Today's Events

Nov. 21-22, On the week-end before Thanksgiving, warm hospitality and high quality arts and crafts will be found at this juried art show. At 3 central locations in the historic village of Placitas, the show includes 82 artists and artisans from throughout the Southwest. Painters, printmakers, clay and glass artists, wood workers, silk painters, photographers, gourd artists, jewelers, metal workers and more will bring their wonderful art to sell. Free wine tasting at Anasazi Fields Winery, food at all locations, art raffle. Exit 242 from I-25, head east on Hwy 165. Follow the signs for 6 miles. Please visit www.placitasholidaysale.com for more information. — Placitas MountainCrafts & Soiree Society

Come join DXS Dance Company for an evening of high energy hip hop, jazz and lyrical dance along with local, special guest musicians! $15/General Admission — DXS Dance Company

Annual craft fair with food, door prizes and more the 100 vendors. Free admission. — Sandia High Scholl Band Boosters

Please join us as we welcome bestselling fantasy author Obert Skye! Obert is the author of the popular Leven Thumps series including the final volume Leven Thumps and the Ruins of Alder. All attendees will receive an autographed poster! — Deseret Book Albuquerque

Local author Margaret Nava will be signing and selling her books ALONG THE HIGH ROAD, REMEMBERING, and EGRET COVE at the Rio Rancho Arts and Crafts Fair being held at Sabana Grande Recreation Center in Rio Rancho on November 21 from 9am to 4pm. —

Unique and original arts: paintings, photography, and designs in wood, clay, tin, gourds, and jewelry. Refreshments, free admission and parking Event is two days, Saturday 11/21 and Sunday 11/22 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Look for the red signs. Further information at 505.867.2381 or www.clcedar.com — Clear Light the Cedar Company

Start your holiday shopping with great homemade arts and craft items made by our 40+ vendors, enjoy our silent auction, food and many unique items. A great show on the Westside. Find that perfect gift for your family or yourself at this great event. Call 505-239-2371 with any questions. — Cibola Cheerleaders

A great change to get your holiday shopping started with unique items. Candles, Scarfs, Jewlery, photo's, French pastries and dog treats are just a few of the items that will be available at this event. — Cibola High School Cheerleaders

— Sandia Band Boosters

Cottonwood Classical School will be hosting a craft fair and festival. There will be crafts, food, and games. — Cottonwood Classical Prep School

Fun-Up Your Fall Come out to the Idalia Road Marketplace, Rio Rancho’s open air market, for weekend fun. Open from 9 am to 2 pm Saturday and Sunday through the end of November. This Saturday DJ & William will bring their classic Flaminco and Rumba sound to the Marketplace with their dueling guitars. The Sue Cleveland Football Boosters will be at the Community Booth this weekend raising funds for the football program. And, the Bernalillo International Club will be at the School Booth raising funds with candle sales. Magic Matt will also be on hand to dazzle you with his slight of hand and magic personality. We’re located on Idalia Road just one-half mile north of Northern Blvd. Or, Mapquest us at 1320 Idalia Road NE, Rio Rancho, 87174. — Idalia Road Marketplace

I Never Dry Clean – How I Saved Myself $1250 in One Year! November 21, 2009, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM www.gillianarmour.com 505-246-2457 $25/person. Classes are limited to ten participants and fill fast so enroll asap. My mother was a great innovator and creative thinker. She had to come up with solutions to the enormous expenses of managing a family of ten people! I learned many cost-cutting methods from her especially when it came to taking care of clothes. We can all benefit from a mother’s wisdom in this fashion boot camp class! You will discover how • To save a lot of money just by using the “hand wash” cycle of your washing machine • Many “dry clean only” clothes are marked that way to protect the manufacturer from damage • Which fabrics really are “Dry Clean Only” • Home dry cleaning kits – what they can and cannot do • What about difficult stains? — Gillian Armour Image Consulting

Thousands of survivors of suicide loss will gather together around the world on this day of healing, support, and empowerment. If you have lost someone in your life to suicide, please join us. Hundreds of local conference sites will simultaneously watch a 90-minute broadcast produced by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. On this broadcast, a diverse panel of survivors and mental health professionals will address the questions that so many survivors face. “Why did this happen? How can I cope? Where can I find support? — American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Fan Appreciation Day football game against Nevada — New Mexico State Univeristy Football

NEW SOUND IS A CHILDRENS MUSIC MINISTRY DESIGNED TO TEACH CHILDREN AGES 4 THROUGH 5TH GRADE THE JOY OF MUSIC.PRELUDE IS FOR PRE-KINDERGARDEN CHILDREN..FUN MUSICAL ACTIVITIES TO TEACH MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS.. PSALTERY GROUP INCLUDES KINDERGARDEN TO 2ND GRADE THAT CONTINUES TO DEVELOP THEIR MUSICAL FUNDAMENTALS AND EXPLORING INSTRUMENTS..CANTATE IS FOR 3RD TO 5TH GRADE.WE REHEARSE SUNDAY AFTERNOONS AT 4PM..REGISTRATION IS ON GOING ...JOIN US ANYTIME..CALL PAULETA HENDRICKSON AT 883 9717 — ST. JOHNS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

1st meeting of the Nicholas Roerich Discussion Group. Organized by Ruth A. Drayer, author of "Nicholas & Helena Roerich, The Spiritual Journey of Two Great Artists and Peacemakers" For further information, contact 505-820-1420. —

Join Ruth Drayer as she speaks on Numerology, from the Luo Shui Square of ancient China to Pythagorus, father of numerology. Numerology is one of the cosmic languages that speaks to your heart and explains your individual path and purpose in life, and Ruth is masterful in her presentation. —

Come visit a working alpaca ranch. Feed and interact with gentle, friendly animals. Unique gift items. Visit the on-site store full of luxuries end products, both Peruvian Imports and one of a kind items made from the fleece of our animals. (Cash and Check only) TOYS, RUGS, SWEATERS, SOCKS, SHAWLS, SCARVES, YARN AND MORE! Call 505-269-6733 for more information. PLEASE PARK ON THE STREET. Can't make it these weekends? Call for an appointment. — Albuquerque Alpacas

A support group for those grieving the loss of an animal companion. $20; sliding scale available; 265-3087 to register or petlosscounselor@aol.com — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

Show Me The Fashion – Creating a 15 Piece Working Wardrobe for Under $500 December 5, 2009, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM www.gillianarmour.com 505-246-2457 $25/person. Classes are limited to ten participants and fill fast so enroll asap. Sound impossible? Not in my book. As a professional shopper it’s my job to work within the budget limitations of my clients so I have learnt to shop at all levels of a fashion budget. • Find out that you don’t have to limit your budget shopping to department and specialty shops. • Discover how to catalog shop, planning coordinates as you peruse your options • Discover how to hunt and pick from the sales racks for “bang for buck” merchandise • Plan out a 15 piece wardrobe graph to mix-n-match and extend your wearable choices • Choose accessories that upgrade, embellish and extend plain looks • Put your personal spin on classic sportswear and look like a million — Gillian Armour Image Consulting

Admission: Pre-registration is $15. On-site registration is $20. Financial assistance is available by calling TCOYD at (800) 998-2693. Contact: (800) 998-2693 or www.tcoyd.org or info@tcoyd.org. About: Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD), a non-profit diabetes education organization, is hosting a conference, lunch and health fair November 21 that will feature national and local medical experts offering informative and motivational programs in diabetes care for people with all types of diabetes, those at risk for diabetes, and their loved ones. -- In partnership with the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Presbyterian Medical Group, Lovelace, Diabetes Network, Inc., American Diabetes Association, and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. -- Lunch, materials, all conference activities are included in registration fee. -- Health fair with 50 informational exhibits from national and local diabetes-related companies and organizations. -- Featuring Charlie Kimball, IndyLight race car driver; Darryl Tonemah, PhD (Kiowa/Comanche/Tuscarora); Urban Miyares, Veteran, Entrepreneur; Dr. Steven V. Edelman, Founder and Director of TCOYD awarded 2009 ‘Educator of The Year’ by the American Diabetes Association and Kim Lyons, former trainer on The Biggest Loser. -- More than 1500 people are expected to attend. To register or get more information, call (800) 998-2693 or visit www.tcoyd.org. Faculty: Medical professionals from UNM, Presbyterian Health, Behavioral Diabetes Institute, Diabetes Network, IHS, Podiatry Associates of NM, Lovelace, Indian Health Service, Diabetes Self Management Center and many local and national clinics and institutions. — Taking Control of Your Diabetes

Tellabration 2009! An evening of storytelling, where people around the world gather together in large and small venues to celebrate the art of storytelling and the oral tradition. Featured tellers: Scott & Johanna Hongell-Darsee, Terry Foxx, Bob Kanegis, David Mraz, Steven Pla. Suggested for adults, and families with children age 6 and up. Free Admission. For more info contact: Liz Mangual, 505-890-7075. — Storytellers of New Mexico

Former member of the Native Rock band "Redbone". Thunderhand Joe employs a wealth of talent,and personality to his performances which offers his own blend of Rock & Roll, Rhythm & Blues, and a country mix. In his program, He will perform a tribute to Redbone —

Come experience the 22nd Annual Festival of the Cranes at Bosque del Apache and the Holiday Festival of the Cranes Crafts Show in Socorro. This is the largest event held in Socorro County each year and UNM Continuing Education has organized a trip on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 8am-7pm to expeirence it. An $82 course fee includes a boxed lunch, tour guide (expert, Steve Cox), and transportation. Come prepared to do some holiday shopping bring your cameras to capture the cranes. — UNM Continuing Education

Schedule:TBA MC: Otis Half Moon Arena Director: Leonard Atticity Head Man Dancer : Anthony Parker Head Lady Dancer: Cece Comestaviah Head Gourd Dancer: Ronn Two Feathers Head Southern Singer: Matt Taptto Head Northern Singer: Desert Noise All dancers, drums and public are welcome! Tables $25.00 plus a donation for Veterans raffle For table reservations contact Cecilia Haldane 505-340-1850 cis_130@yahoo.com Address; 9169 Coors Blvd. Albuquerque NM 87184 — SIPI Veterans Club

A Nancy Drew ghostwriter shares what she learned while writing about the famous sleuth—and how you can use these techniques to make any story or book better. — SouthWest Writers