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SITE Santa Fe presents a talk with artist couple McCallum & Tarry, whose work is featured in SITE's current exhibition, One on One. Bradley McCallum and Jacqueline Tarry raise questions of race and social justice in the context of both history and contemporary society. SITE’s Janet Dees will interview the couple. The discussion will include a variety of topics related to their practice including how the works in One on One fit into their larger oeuvre and the process of working collaboratively. — SITE Santa Fe

The Wedding Planning Certification Course is perfect for the individual looking to get started as a professional wedding planner right away. In partnership with The Wedding Planning Institute, UNM Continuing Education is offering this 40-hour hands-on comprehensive program starting on February 9, 2010, ending April 1, 2010 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30pm. Classes cover everything an aspiring wedding planner needs to know to get started in the business. It will provide all the tools necessary to work as a professional wedding planner either running your own wedding planning business or working for existing wedding vendors. A $995 fee includes textbook, online library and a national certification from the Wedding Planning Institute. For more information visit dce.unm.edu or call 277-0723. — UNM Continuing Education

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

The regularly scheduled February 9, 2010 meeting of the Village of Los Ranchos Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be March 9, 2010 at 7:00 pm Village Hall 6718 Rio Grande Blvd. — Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

Step Afrika! is the first professional company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Stepping is a unique dance tradition that grew out of the song and dance rituals practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities in the early 1900s. In stepping, the body is used as an instrument to create intricate rhythms and sounds through a combination of footsteps, claps and spoken word. African-based communities have a long and rich tradition of using movement, words and sounds to communicate their allegiance to a group. Step Afrika! reaches tens of thousands of Americans each year and has performed on many stages in North & South America, Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. Step Afrika!’s performance on the evening of February 9th will trace the roots of stepping from it’s origins in African tribal and mining communities to it’s current form today. February 9th, 2010 at 7:30 PM in the University of New Mexico’s Popejoy Hall. 2 Free tickets per valid UNM ID (at bookstore box office only) or public tickets are $7.50 and on sale now at the UNM Bookstore Ticket Office or www.unmtickets.com. Call 277-5602 for more information. — ASUNM Student Special Events

Charles Stephen & Company, Inc. and the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce are excited to host a special breakfast for business owners! Are you a business owner that lies awake at 2am worrying about the "what ifs"? -What if I don't want to do this anymore? -What if something happens to me? -What if I lose a key employee? -What if I don't improve cash flow? Join your fellow Hispano Chamber members at this exclusive event to learn more about this remarkable program. This program will help you learn: -How to structure your company for either outside sale, inside transition or passive ownership -What you need to do to protect your business and family in the event of death or disability -How to lock in your key people -How to improve cash flow Seating is limited. Please RSVP to atciepiela@charlesstephen.com or (505) 884-0451. — Charles Stephen & Company

201 Highland Park Circle SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States Meeting Time: 6:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. Open to all, visitors and new members welcome!! Please join us to improve your speaking skills! email: Drifty@aol.com — Toastmasters International Meeting

DESCRIPTION: Can’t wait for spring? Rudy Benavidez of the award-winning Master Gardeners of Sandoval County will show you how to prepare your garden for success with soil know-how! ADMISSION: Free; no ticket or registration required INFORMATION: Call 505-891-5013, Ext. 3033 — Loma Colorado Main Library (Rio Rancho Public Library)

For children ages 0-6 and their adult companions Wednesdays, 9:30-10:15am FREE Admission Families are welcome to experience the entire Balloon Museum before or after the program. For more information: 768-6020 www.cabq.gov/balloon Our families are raving! "We love coming!" "Fantastic program, thank you!" Discover our weekly hidden gem of FREE educational fun for little ones. Filled with movement, song, hands-on art, sign language, and stories, Stories in the Sky, is facilitated by our Curator of Education, Laurie Magovern. Laurie, a storyteller and teacher, is described as "very inviting and enchanting," and "is so energetic, she makes everything fun for the children." Families come back again and again because of "great variety," "creative and fun activities," and "a lovely relaxed atmosphere." Many families bring multiple generations as one grandmother wrote us, "not many 'good' things are free and this is a 'great' one." We hope you join us. — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x110. — East Mountain High School

"KLEZMERQUERQUE" Albuquerque New Mexico's annual Klezmer music and dance festival celebrates its 8th year from February 11-14, 2010 (Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon over Presidents Day weekend). Nahalat Shalom, its Community Klezmer Band and Rikud Yiddish dance troupe present 'Living Yiddish at KlezmerQuerque' with the internationally celebrated Strauss/Warschauer Duo, Deborah Strauss (violin, accordion, voice, dance) and Jeff Warschauer (guitar, mandolin, voice). The duo, brought back for a second year by popular demand perform Klezmer music which is the exciting traditional dance & instrumental music of the Eastern European Jewish people. KlezmerQuerque 2010 is honored to present Strauss and Warschauer who are two of the most astonishing and popular performers and teachers in the international klezmer and Yiddish music scene. They were both long-time members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and have performed with violinist Itzhak Perlman on film and in concert. As the Strauss/Warschauer Duo, they have performed to overwhelming acclaim in such diverse venues as the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Jewish Culture Festival in Cracow, the National Yiddish Theater in New York City, and the Art of Yiddish in Los Angeles with Theodore Bikel. Deborah is an award-winning Yiddish children's educator. Jeff is on the faculty of Columbia University and is Founding Artistic Director of the KlezKanada Institute for Yiddish/Jewish Culture and the Arts. KlezmerQuerque begins on Thursday evening, February 11th at 7pm, with a "hands-on" workshop taught by the Strauss/Warschauer Duo that will prepare participants, singers & musicians to lead a joyous and creative musical Shabbat service in an old Eastern European style on the following evening. The $20.00 price for this class includes admission to Friday evening's service, performances and dance party. — Congregation Nahalat Shalom

A live presentation of the history of the local League will be featured at the monthly luncheon. Sarah Cady Sarotoris, a direct descendant of Elizabeth Cady Stanton (a founder of the League of Women Voters in 1920), will be also speaking. Cost is $17.00 and the deadline for reservations is Monday, February 8 by calling the League office at 505-884-8441. Everyone is welcome. — League of Women Voters of Central New Mexico

North Edith Corridor will host a meeting to introduce Dan Serrano, a candidate for County Commissioner on Thursday February 11, 2010. Our meetings are held the second Thursday of every month at the Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center, 9800 4th NW, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. We will have a different guest candidate for the next several months. All meetings are open to the public. — North Edith Corridor Association

The 4th Annual Southwest Burlesque Showcase A special 2 day burlesque spectacular, featuring the best of burlesque beauties from New Mexico, Arizona, California, Colorado, and Texas. We have so many amazing performers this year, that we have packed TWO NIGHTS with TWO COMPLETELY DIFFERENT SHOWS! Tickets are $15 & $17, available online and at the box office. JUST IN TIME FOR VALENTINES DAY! There's no better way to share a romantic weekend with your loved ones than to experience real old-fashioned burlesque! Hoot! Holler! Laugh! And enjoy all the beauties this amazing show has to offer. This year's show will be hosted by the beautiful and amazing CORA VETTA with a little help from the one and only Devin D O'Leary Friday Night: Bobbie Burlesque Sophia Sirena Fanny Spankings Orchid Mae Scarlet Grace Flame Cynders Burlesque Noir Sasha Dahl SaturdayNight: SeptemberSmith RiRi SynCyr VivienneVaVoom Ruby Joule Coco Lectric Cookie Fortune Scarlett Letter Lolita Haze Kitty Irreverent and Vivian MirAnn NEW THIS YEAR! BURLESQUE CLASSES!! Have you ever wanted to learn to bump and grind like the girls you see at SWBS? Wanted to master the art of seductively removing your stockings or sauntering across your living room in shoes you never dreamed you could walk in?! Here is your chance to take lessons from some of the best performers in the business!! Vivienne VaVoom and Scarlett Letter will be teaching the tricks of the trade on Saturday Feb 13th! Class info is below. If you are interested in taking a class please email showcaseinfo@earthlink.net for registration information and class time and location. Payments for your class are cash only and payment must be made at the START of the class. Classes Taught By Vivienne VaVoom: $15.00/ Each Class Gloves 'n' Garters: Learn tips and tricks for taking off gloves and stockings. Bring a pair of stockings (NO FISHNETS), a garter belt and long gloves (I'll have extra gloves and a couple of garter belts on hand, if you don't have your own). Hula Hands and Flirting Eyes: How to use your eyes and hands for a more effective and graceful striptease, or to help with your everyday gracefulness! Drawing attention, highlighting movement and entrancing a room with your eyes and hands! Classic Moves: What makes an act look 'classic'? Vivienne VaVoom will explain the costume pieces, movements and attitude that won her the 'Most Classic' award at The Boston Burlesque Expo and has made her a favorite among burlesque legends and classic burlesque aficionados. Class Taught By Scarlett Letter: Dancing in Shoes You Shouldn't Be Walking In: Bring high heels and comfortable clothes, Scarlett will demonstrate the art of performing in shoes you probably have no business even walking in. Class lasts about an hour and a half. $25/student — Burque Burlesque Presents

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x110. — East Mountain High School

“KLEZMERQUERQUE” Albuquerque New Mexico’s annual Klezmer music and dance festival celebrates its 8th year from February 11-14, 2010 (Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon over Presidents Day weekend). Nahalat Shalom, its Community Klezmer Band and Rikud Yiddish dance troupe present ‘Living Yiddish at KlezmerQuerque’ with the internationally celebrated Strauss/Warschauer Duo, Deborah Strauss (violin, accordion, voice, dance) and Jeff Warschauer (guitar, mandolin, voice). The duo, brought back for a second year by popular demand, perform Klezmer which is the exciting traditional dance & instrumental music of the Eastern European Jewish people. KlezmerQuerque 2010 is honored to present Deborah Strauss and Jeff Warschauer who are two of the most astonishing and popular performers and teachers in the international klezmer and Yiddish music scene. They were both long-time members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and have performed with violinist Itzhak Perlman on film and in concert. As the Strauss/Warschauer Duo, they have performed to overwhelming acclaim in such diverse venues as the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Jewish Culture Festival in Cracow, the National Yiddish Theater in New York City, and the Art of Yiddish in Los Angeles with Theodore Bikel. Deborah is an award-winning Yiddish children's educator. Jeff is on the faculty of Columbia University and is Founding Artistic Director of the KlezKanada Institute for Yiddish/Jewish Culture and the Arts. Friday’s events will begin at 6:30pm with the Old World Shabbat service, followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner at 7pm. From 7:45-10:00pm there will be dancing led by Rikud Yiddish dance troupe and Deborah Strauss. Music will be provided by the 25-piece intergenerational Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer Band, The Rebbe’s Orkestra - the popular Albuquerque-based klezmer & Judaic ensemble, and The Strauss/Warschauer Duo. Deborah Strauss dancing while playing her violin is a spectacular and uplifting performance. The price for Friday alone is a $15-$18 suggested donation. — Congregation Nahalat Shalom

A celebration of Klezmer music and dance. A 4-day festival of concerts, dance parties, workshops and more. A detailed schedule of events and prices is posted on www.nahalatshalom.org. — Congregation Nahalat Shalom

Come sing your favorite opera arias, duets and/or Broadway tunes in a fun environment where mistakes are the norm, confusion is common, lyrics are a mystery and high notes of any quality are considered gifts from heaven. You'll hear singers at all different skill levels trying out new rep or belting out the tunes they know will bring down the house. We even provide an accompanist playing a TUNED acoustic piano! Bring your music or dig through ours to find something you want to sing...or even make a request. After the singing join us for live Tango music at 10 with Erskine Maytorena (voice), Natalia Tikhovidova (piano) and other musicians, in an intimate Buenos Aires-style milonga until midnight. For those of you too shy to sing or dance, the Bean has food to munch and drinks to sip while you enjoy us singing some of the best music ever composed for the glorious human voice. Admission is free but tips won't be refused. —

On Feb 12th, 2010 at Lakind Fine Art Gallery, Canyon Road, Santa Fe will get its first taste of an emerging voice from the South through Sloane Bibb’s latest collection, The Heart of Dixie. The show will premier at 662 Canyon Road at Lakind Fine Art Gallery on February 9th through the 23rd, with the artist in attendance at a reception on Friday, February 12th from 5 to 7:30PM. Part painting, part assemblage, part cultural tableau, the eclectic grouping is quirky, profoundly moving, and heartbreaking. Like all his work, the soul of The Heart of Dixie is texture. “I began doing this multi-layered style on canvas, using mainly paint, old paper and beeswax. I then added wood canvases, and incorporated metal and found objects, to become more 3D.” The result is a thought-provoking collection that captures all the cultural complexity and duality of his native Alabama. “There’s a constant push-pull between romance and reality in my life,” said Bibb. “Life, art, family, work, creation, commerce. I think that tension is always present in my art. But with Valentine’s Day coming, and frankly with everything that’s going on the world, I really pushed myself to explore the interplay of happiness tinged with sadness in this collection,” Bibb said. “Plus, I just love that it’s sharing my heart—my love and connection and understanding of this place I call home—with the heart of the Southwest.” The show will be held at 662 Canyon Road at Lakind Fine Art Gallery on February 9th through the 23rd, with the artist in attendance at a reception on Friday, February 12th from 5 to 7:30PM. Contact Lisa Linch at Lakind Fine Art, 505-982-3221, info@lakindfineart.com www.lakindfineart.com — Lakind Fine Art

Plan now to attend a seminar entitled “SPIRITUAL FEAST II”, hosted by the Albuquerque Branch of The Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. This seminar will be held in the conference room of the Sandia Courtyard Hotel, 10300 Hotel Ave Ne, from Friday February 12th thru Sunday February 14th, 2010. It will consist of free public lectures and will present uncommon facts concerning the Creator and His purpose, pattern and plan for salvation. For more information please contact Michael Franklin @505-974-0876. — Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research

Grandparents who are raising their grandchildren are encouraged to attend the Grandparent Health Fair at Outcomes, Inc. Our theme is "Staying Healthy and Happy in 2010". There will be a variety of healthcare professionals who will offer screenings and information. Come enjoy healthy snacks as well as a chance to socialize with other grandparents raising grandchildren. Childcare is available for those who register - call Debbie Trujillo at 243-2551. — Outcomes, Inc. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program

Come meet local birth doulas and postpartum doulas and get your questions about doulas answered on Saturday, February 13th from 10 - 11. Learn all about the benefits of having a doula. Free of charge. Dads/Partners and children on laps are welcome! for more info. about Doulas of the Southwest check our website at www.doulasofthesouthwest.com. — Doulas of the Southwest

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x110. — East Mountain High School

"KLEZMERQUERQUE" Albuquerque New Mexico's annual Klezmer music and dance festival celebrates its 8th year from February 11-14, 2010 (Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon over Presidents Day weekend). Nahalat Shalom, its Community Klezmer Band and Rikud Yiddish dance troupe present ‘Living Yiddish at KlezmerQuerque’ with the internationally celebrated Strauss/Warschauer Duo, Deborah Strauss (violin, accordion, voice, dance) and Jeff Warschauer (guitar, mandolin, voice). The duo, brought back for a second year by popular demand, perform Klezmer music which is the exciting traditional dance & instrumental music of the Eastern European Jewish people. KlezmerQuerque 2010 is honored to present Deborah Strauss and Jeff Warschauer who are two of the most astonishing and popular performers and teachers in the international klezmer and Yiddish music scene. They were both long-time members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and have performed with violinist Itzhak Perlman on film and in concert. As the Strauss/Warschauer Duo, they have performed to overwhelming acclaim in such diverse venues as the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Jewish Culture Festival in Cracow, the National Yiddish Theater in New York City, and the Art of Yiddish in Los Angeles with Theodore Bikel. Deborah is an award-winning Yiddish children's educator. Jeff is on the faculty of Columbia University and is Founding Artistic Director of the KlezKanada Institute for Yiddish/Jewish Culture and the Arts. On Saturday, February 13th from 9:30-11:00am the Strauss/Warschauer Duo will lead "Shabbos, Music & Yiddish," a hands-on workshop of Hassidic Nigunim (melodies) & Yiddish Sabbath songs for singers, instrumentalists and dancers. No previous experience is necessary and all ages, levels & backgrounds welcome. Classes will begin together, and then break into specific sessions for instrumentalists, singers and dancers. The cost is: $20-general, $16-seniors/fixed income/under 18. From noon-2pm there will be a catered ‘Lunch ‘n Learn.’ For an $8-$15 suggested donation enjoy a delicious catered lunch (NO meat / YES: fish, eggs, dairy & lots of veggie foods). After the catered luncheon, the Duo will lead, "Kiddish Yiddish," (for kids of all ages!) a special Shabbes introduction to Yiddish language through songs and movement. No previous Yiddish knowledge necessary. From 2:15pm-3:45pm the Klezmer Duo will lead "Making your instrument sing in Yiddish", a hands-on workshop for everyone: $20-general admission/ $16 for seniors, students & fixed income. — Congregation Nahalat Shalom

“KLEZMERQUERQUE” Albuquerque New Mexico’s annual Klezmer music and dance festival celebrates its 8th year from February 11-14, 2010 (Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon over Presidents Day weekend). Nahalat Shalom, its Community Klezmer Band and Rikud Yiddish dance troupe present ‘Living Yiddish at KlezmerQuerque’ with the internationally celebrated Strauss/Warschauer Duo, Deborah Strauss (violin, accordion, voice, dance) and Jeff Warschauer (guitar, mandolin, voice). The duo, brought back for a second year by popular demand, perform Klezmer music which is the exciting traditional dance & instrumental music of the Eastern European Jewish people. KlezmerQuerque 2010 is honored to present Deborah Strauss and Jeff Warschauer who are two of the most astonishing and popular performers and teachers in the international klezmer and Yiddish music scene. They were both long-time members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and have performed with violinist Itzhak Perlman on film and in concert. As the Strauss/Warschauer Duo, they have performed to overwhelming acclaim in such diverse venues as the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Jewish Culture Festival in Cracow, the National Yiddish Theater in New York City, and the Art of Yiddish in Los Angeles with Theodore Bikel. Deborah is an award-winning Yiddish children's educator. Jeff is on the faculty of Columbia University and is Founding Artistic Director of the KlezKanada Institute for Yiddish/Jewish Culture and the Arts. Featured performances, concert and dance party on Saturday will begin at 7:30pm (doors at 7:00pm). The Rebbe’s Orkestra will open the event performing Klezmer and Sephardic music from the band’s new CD “Klezmer y Mas”. The evening culminates with a concert by the Strauss/Warschauer Duo "In My Garden: Yiddish Songs and Music of Love and Rejoicing," which will be followed by a dance party with live music and dance instruction. All are welcome and no experience is necessary. Members of The Rebbe’s Orkestra and The Nahalat Shalom Community Klezmer Band & Rikud dance troupe will join Jeff & Deborah in the latter part of the Duo’s dance party. Tickets for this event are $18-in advance and are available at Bookworks (4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW, 505-344-8139), & at Natural Sound (3422 Central Ave. SE, 505-255-8295). Tickets at the door are $20-general and $18-seniors/students/fixed income. — Congregation Nahalat Shalom

Plan now to attend a seminar entitled “SPIRITUAL FEAST II”, hosted by the Albuquerque Branch of The Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. This seminar will be held in the conference room of the Sandia Courtyard Hotel, 10300 Hotel Ave Ne, from Friday February 12th thru Sunday February 14th, 2010. It will consist of free public lectures and will present uncommon facts concerning the Creator and His purpose, pattern and plan for salvation. For more information please contact Michael Franklin @505-974-0876. — Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research

Plan now to attend a seminar entitled “SPIRITUAL FEAST II”, hosted by the Albuquerque Branch of The Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. This seminar will be held in the conference room of the Sandia Courtyard Hotel, 10300 Hotel Ave Ne, from Friday February 12th thru Sunday February 14th, 2010. It will consist of free public lectures and will present uncommon facts concerning the Creator and His purpose, pattern and plan for salvation. For more information please contact Michael Franklin @505-974-0876. — Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research

1st ANNUAL CUT-A-THON TO BENEFIT ARCA “Arté for ARCA…Opening Doors. Opening Hearts.” January 18, 2010 Albuquerque, NM – Arté de la Mano will host the1st Annual Cut-A-Thon with all proceeds benefiting ARCA. The event will be Sunday, February 14 from 12pm- 5:00pm and held at the Arté de la Mano Aveda Salon, 3600 NM Hwy 528. Guests can enjoy stylish and trendy haircuts with a $20 minimum donation along with great entertainment and activities centered around Valentine’s Day. “The folks at ARCA make it their mission to ensure that members of the community they they serve are partaking, benefitting and contributing to society as a whole. It is their “Year of the Family,” owner Monica M’Danat shares. “It should be our everyday mission to bring the focus back to healing the earth by fostering that feeling of family and love for every one of its inhabitants. Valentine’s Day seems a perfect time to support others who believe in the same principles.” Several local businesses have agreed to collaborate. There will be love themed art and tee-shirts created with love, of course, by ARCA individuals. Visitors will have the opportunity to participate in a silent auction with many items provided by local participating businesses and artists. All proceeds will benefit ARCA. Arté de la Mano is an Aveda Salon that believes in nurturing the body and soul. Talented stylists are available to provide all manner of salon and spa services, including massage and skin treatments. Recently they added Pearl Bright, offering affordable and revolutionary teeth cleaning. Owner Monica M’Danat believes all guests should be treated as family in a relaxed atmosphere with respect and abundant positive energy. Clients are invited to call Arté de la Mano Aveda Salon at 505/898-1105 to enquire about weekly specials and to make appointments. Log on to www.artedelamano.com today! ### — Arte de la Mano

Bill Haley’s Comets with Al Rappa will perform in the Showroom on Sunday February 14, 2010. Doors will open at 6:00PM and show will begin at 7:00PM. Tickets will be on sale at the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office or at www.tickets.com. Ticket prices will be $10.00, $20.00 or $30.00. — Isleta Casino & Resort

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x110. — East Mountain High School

This workshop will give you a global perspective of why you have lower back pain and provide new information on the success of resistance training and stretching routine for lower back pain. The workshop covers the most common treatment processes for lower back pain from chiropractic to acupuncture to physical therapy. It will also cover a new treatment process called functional training and corrective exercise. Where: Upward Motion Personal Training, 336 Adams Street SE FREE: Call 268-1231 or email luis@upwardmotionpt.com to register — Upward Motion Personal Training

“KLEZMERQUERQUE” Albuquerque New Mexico’s annual Klezmer music and dance festival celebrates its 8th year from February 11-14, 2010 (Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon over Presidents Day weekend). Nahalat Shalom, its Community Klezmer Band and Rikud Yiddish dance troupe present ‘Living Yiddish at KlezmerQuerque’ with the internationally celebrated Strauss/Warschauer Duo, Deborah Strauss (violin, accordion, voice, dance) and Jeff Warschauer (guitar, mandolin, voice). The duo, brought back for a second year by popular demand, perform Klezmer music which is the exciting traditional dance & instrumental music of the Eastern European Jewish people. KlezmerQuerque 2010 is honored to present Deborah Strauss and Jeff Warschauer who are two of the most astonishing and popular performers and teachers in the international klezmer and Yiddish music scene. They were both long-time members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and have performed with violinist Itzhak Perlman on film and in concert. As the Strauss/Warschauer Duo, they have performed to overwhelming acclaim in such diverse venues as the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Jewish Culture Festival in Cracow, the National Yiddish Theater in New York City, and the Art of Yiddish in Los Angeles with Theodore Bikel. Deborah is an award-winning Yiddish children's educator. Jeff is on the faculty of Columbia University and is Founding Artistic Director of the KlezKanada Institute for Yiddish/Jewish Culture and the Arts. On Sunday, February 14th from 11am-12:30pm WARSCHAUER will lead a klezmer instrumental and song workshop and STRAUSS will lead a dance workshop. The groups will join together at the end for a heartfelt “zayt gezunt” (goodbye) in music and dance. ($20-general, $16-fixed income/under 18). — Congregation Nahalat Shalom

Plan now to attend a seminar entitled “SPIRITUAL FEAST II”, hosted by the Albuquerque Branch of The Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. This seminar will be held in the conference room of the Sandia Courtyard Hotel, 10300 Hotel Ave Ne, from Friday February 12th thru Sunday February 14th, 2010. It will consist of free public lectures and will present uncommon facts concerning the Creator and His purpose, pattern and plan for salvation. For more information please contact Michael Franklin @505-974-0876. — Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research

Plan now to attend a seminar entitled “SPIRITUAL FEAST II”, hosted by the Albuquerque Branch of The Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research. This seminar will be held in the conference room of the Sandia Courtyard Hotel, 10300 Hotel Ave Ne, from Friday February 12th thru Sunday February 14th, 2010. It will consist of free public lectures and will present uncommon facts concerning the Creator and His purpose, pattern and plan for salvation. For more information please contact Michael Franklin @505-974-0876. — Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research

The 7th Annual Sweetheart Run is a family favorite and a must for any runner or walker ready to kick start their new year's resolution. This year's event is held on Valentines Day so don't forget to bring your sweetheart! Register early and be one of the hundreds of runners at the start. A proceeds from the event benefit RunFit - After School Running program for youth and families. — RunFit

The Albuquerque Business Education Compact (ABEC) is hosting its annual Children’s Book Drive. Bring your new or gently used children’s books to any area Borders, or John Brooks Grocery Store from February 15-March 31. The book drive benefits children from low-income families in the Albuquerque area. For more information call (505) 767-5849. — Albuquerque Business Education Compact

This seminar is designed to introduce the participants to the basics of planning a successful business by creating a Business Plan. A Business Plan defines the business, identifies goals, and serves as a firm's resume. The basic components include a current and pro forma balance sheet, an income statement, and a cash flow analysis. It helps allocate resources properly, handle unforeseen complications, and make good business decisions. Because it provides specific and organized information about the company and how you will repay borrowed money, a good business plan is a crucial part of any loan application. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

The Business Legal Structure Workshop is designed to assist entrepreneurs to choose the specific type of business organization that fits their needs. The following is the list of the topics we will cover: Guidelines on how to develop a business plan. Types of business organizations: Sole Proprietorship General Partnership Limited Partnership Corporation General (c) S Corporation Foreign Corporation Professional Corporation Not-for-Profit Corporation Cooperative Associations Limited Liability Companies (LLC) Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Corporate Formalities Checklist of what forms to file. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Glenda Deyloff will give a presentation entitled "LA2 - Excavations at a Large Coalition-Classic Pueblo on the Santa Fe River LA2, the Agua Fria School House site, in the Village of Agua Fria has been the focus of excavations resulting from the Santa Fe County Public Works road and utility improvement project. Southwest Archaeological Consultants, Inc. has completed three years of work and recorded 99 features that include 1 pit structures, 3 extramural activity surfaces, 2 middens, and dozens of pits. Over 100,000 artifacts are being analyzed and compared with data from similar pueblos such as Pindi, Santa Fe, and Arroyo Hondo to provide insights into community formation in the Coalition period. Glenda Deyloff, the project director, is an expert in southwest archaeology and has broad experience in both prehistoric and historic archaeology. — Albuquerque Archaeological Society

Everyone is invited to enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake supper FREE. This humble meal is a traditional way to usher in the Lenten season. A friendly, comfortable time for adults and children. A TAIZE HEALING SERVICE will follow at 7:30 p.m. This one-hour service offers a quiet time for prayer and meditation, with laying-on of hands if desired. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

"Taize" (tah-ZAY) is a style of music similar to chant that invites the body to quiet and the mind to meditate. Taize music, Scripture and prayer comprise this one-hour service for those seeking physical, mental, or emotional healing. Laying-on of hands is available for those who want private and personal annointing. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist. Visitors are welcome. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist. Visitors are welcome. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

Join Russ Sype, a Gilbert and Sullivan enthusiast and collector, for an entertaining talk about Gilbert and Sullivan. Mr. Sype is currently displaying items from his collection at the Main Library. He will talk about some of the memorabilia and collectibles and the various operas and other Gilbert and Sullivan works that they represent. 12:00-1:00 p.m. on the second floor of the Main Library. Bring your lunch and listen! For more information call (505) 768-5141. — Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries

The first hour of this two hour discussion will focus on answering the fundamental questions related to successfully marketing of a product or service. We will answer each question in the context of the business proposed or related to the class participants. In the second hour we will develop specific marketing strategies and tactics suited to the success of the business under discussion. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

A live presentation of the history of the local League will be featured at this monthly meeting. Free and everyone, especially those interested in learning about the League's work, is welcome. — League of Women Voters of Central New Mexico

For children ages 0-6 and their adult companions Wednesdays, 9:30-10:15am FREE Admission Families are welcome to experience the entire Balloon Museum before or after the program. For more information: 768-6020 www.cabq.gov/balloon Our families are raving! "We love coming!" "Fantastic program, thank you!" Discover our weekly hidden gem of FREE educational fun for little ones. Filled with movement, song, hands-on art, sign language, and stories, Stories in the Sky, is facilitated by our Curator of Education, Laurie Magovern. Laurie, a storyteller and teacher, is described as "very inviting and enchanting," and "is so energetic, she makes everything fun for the children." Families come back again and again because of "great variety," "creative and fun activities," and "a lovely relaxed atmosphere." Many families bring multiple generations as one grandmother wrote us, "not many 'good' things are free and this is a 'great' one." We hope you join us. — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

What is your true core? What techniques improve your core? Learn the answers to these along with the affects of core training, the importance of core training and the myths of scientific core training. Where: Upward Motion Personal Training, 336 Adams Street SE FREE: Call 268-1231 or email luis@upwardmotionpt.com to register — Upward Motion Personal Training

The New Mexico Chapter of the American Marketing Association (NMAMA) hosts “Balloon Fiesta – Bringing the World to Albuquerque.” Kathie Leyendeck, Media Relations Director at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, will present the topic at the upcoming networking luncheon on Thursday, February 18, 2010, at the Embassy Suites from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Admission is $25 for members and students, $40 for non-members. Call 505.277.6433 or email info@nmama.org. Please RSVP by noon on Monday, February 15, 2010. Presentation: The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the premier ballooning event promoting the sport of ballooning, the City of Albuquerque, and the State of New Mexico across the nation and around the world. Since the first modest ascension on a chilly September morning 39 years ago, people have been gathering to watch and be a part of this spectacular event that has made Albuquerque the ballooning capital of the world. A professional full-time staff works throughout the year to produce Balloon Fiesta, and serve in six primary areas: event production, merchandising, marketing, field maintenance, communications and administration. What You Will Learn: • Best practices for world-class event marketing -- relevant to organizations of any size • How to successfully plan and execute a large-scale event • How to utilize social media to generate buzz for your event • How event marketing can increase awareness of your organization and its offerings — New Mexio American Marketing Association

This two hour session focuses on establishing a relationship with a banker that fits YOUR style and needs. Learn what questions to ask, what areas of your business plan your banker will focus on and why, and how to do your presentation so the banker will be more receptive to you. Attendees will find out what NOT to say to the banker and why. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x110. — East Mountain High School

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x110. — East Mountain High School

The New Mexico Chapter of International Coaching Federation (NMICF) has scheduled events to coincide with other coaching events around the world. On February 19, 2010 NMICF will present a workshop to members of the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce. The facilitated interactive sessions titled Coaching for Business Leaders and Managers will focus on tools and strategies coaches use to optimize personal, organizational and team effectiveness. For additional information on NMICF and these events contact Eric Tonningsen at (505) 890-1363 or visit www.nmcoaches.com/. The members of the New Mexico Chapter of the International Federation of Coaches (NMICF) are local professional coaches, coaches-in-training, and those interested in becoming coaches. The organization was formed to further the profession of coaching and to educate the public about the role coaches can play in personal and organizational development. — New Mexico Chapter of International Coaching Federation (NMICF)

This fabulous musical is based on the comic strip by Al Capp. The hillbilly town of Dogpatch has been declared the "most unnecessary town" in the US, and is set to be turned into a nuclear testing site. The show runs February 19th - 28th, 2010 in the Black Box - Peggie Ann Findlay Performing Arts Center on the Bosque School Campus. Friday, February 19th at 7pm Saturday, February 20th at 7pm Sunday, February 21st at 2pm Friday, February 26th at 7pm Saturday, February 27th at 7pm Sunday, February 28th at 2pm Call (505) 898-6388 for tickets Adults - $10 Students and Senior Citizens - $7.50 All seats reserved (Photograph attached taken by Adrian Panaro - 2010) — Bosque School

The Village of Los Ranchos 2020 Master Plan committee will have an open meeting on February 20, 2010 at 9:00 am, 6718 Rio Grande Blvd. NW to discuss Chapter 9 Transportation (including formal bike lanes and pedestrian walkways. — Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque

Join us for a very special program in celebration of Black History Month. Dina Reid and her dance troupe De Da’ De will perform African Dance. Watch and participate! 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the Los Griegos Library. For more information call (505) 761-4020. — Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries

Just after Valentine's Day, get all the romance and fun of Broadway and the movies with singers Susan Egan and Gary Mauer as they perform your favorites from Titanic, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Chicago, West Side Story and much more! — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

Just after Valentine's Day, get all the romance and fun of Broadway and the movies with singers Susan Egan and Gary Mauer as they perform your favorites from Titanic, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Chicago, West Side Story and much more! — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

Autograph signing featuring Fitness Universe Pageant Champion Brooke Griffin — Isleta Casino & Resort

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

Explore the richness of Byzantine Catholic spirituality on a Lenten Day Retreat with Fr. Christopher Zugger of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. We will be focusing on God's self-giving love, using the famous Rublev Icon of the Trinity, and how we can imitate this through Jesus Christ We will also look at the Virgin Mary, as Theotokos, the God-bearer who gave life and birth to God incarnate. Foster your own Lenten transformation through icons, prayer, silent time, and the beautiful closing service to Jesus, Lover of Mankind. Cost of $35 per person includes program and lunch. Space is limited. Call the Spiritual Renewal Center for your reservation today. (505) 877-4211. — Spiritual Renewal Center

Just after Valentine's Day, get all the romance and fun of Broadway and the movies with singers Anne Runolfsson and Gary Mauer as they perform your favorites from Titanic, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Chicago, West Side Story and much more! — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

Just after Valentine's Day, get all the romance and fun of Broadway and the movies with singers Anne Runolfsson and Gary Mauer as they perform your favorites from Titanic, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Chicago, West Side Story and much more! — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

UNM Continuing Education invites you to experience the unique geothermal hot springs at Sierra Grande Mineral Baths on February 20-21, 2010. A $210 fee includes overnight stay, a bath for each day and travel. This region has for centuries been an important place of healing and gathering. Native Americans used these springs as a neutral healing ground after battles referring to them with reverence as “Grandmother” because of the soothing and beneficial properties of the waters. Today people from across the globe arrive in T or C to take part in the natural healing power of these fabulous springs. The spa’s multiple private pools rise in temperature as high as 107 degrees Fahrenheit and have a particularly beneficial (and odorless) combination of over thirty-five minerals, each offering a specific healing property. Extras may be purchased. For more information visit dce.unm.edu or call 277-0563. — UNM Continuing Education

American English will perform a Tribute to the Beatles Live in the Showroom on Sunday February 21, 2010. Doors will open at 6:00PM and show will begin at 7:00PM. Tickets will be on sale at the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office or at www.tickets.com. Ticket prices are $10 or $5 with a Players Club card. Players must come to the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office to receive their discount. — Isleta Casino & Resort

Join us for a very special dramatic reading of passages from the Diary of Anne Frank, followed by an interactive discussion featuring panelists from a variety of backgrounds. The topic of today's conversation is "In spite of everything, I believe that people are really good at heart - Are We?" 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the El Rey Theater, followed by a reception at the Holocaust and Intolerance Museum of New Mexico. For more information call (505) 247-0606. — Holocaust & Intolerance Museum of NM / El Rey Theater

Press Release Bobby Layne Orchestra to Perform in Albuquerque on February 21st, 2010 Hosted by USA Dance North Central NM Attention: Dancers and Music Lovers! On February 21, a very notable event will take place in Albuquerque. The nationally acclaimed Bobby Layne Orchestra will be performing in Albuquerque. Their appearance is sponsored by USA Dance of North Central New Mexico, the premier organization for amateur ballroom dancers in New Mexico. On that evening we will also be treated to elegant hors d’oeuvres and desserts to add to the festivity. Our venue will be the Albuquerque Square Dance Center at 4915 Hawkins Street from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The Bobby Layne Orchestra is celebrating 52 years in the BIG BAND BUSINESS. The group is keeping the traditional music of the 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s alive with “String of Pearls,” “In the Mood,” “Stardust,” and many other great big band favorites. Bobby Layne and his orchestra perform about 200 nights every year throughout the U.S. (including Hawaii), Canada, and the Caribbean. They have had the pleasure of working with many notables in the entertainment business: Bob Hope, Gordon McRae, the Four Aces, the Ink Spots, and the Lawrence Welk cast. Their music bridges the generations, from the 30’s to the present, with waltzes, foxtrots, cha chas, rumbas, tangos, sambas, show tunes and a bit of rock & roll. For dancers and listeners alike, the Bobby Layne Orchestra with featured vocalist, Trudy DuMay, delivers an entertainment experience you will not forget. Mark your calendars and get those dancing shoes ready! Space is limited, so make your reservation today. Go to our website at www.usadancenm.org , download a registration form and mail it and your payment to: USA Dance Chapter 5047, PO 94766, Albuquerque, NM 87199. For more Information Contact Anna Watkins USA Dance New Mexico Chapter President at 505-217-2270 USA Dance is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization — USA Dance New Mexico Chapter 5047

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Learn the easiest ways to control your time and tasks Treveston Elliott Architect 811 12th St NW $97.00 For more information or to register, visit www.morethanorganized.net or call More than Organized: (505) 243-4356. — More than Organized

“Sr. Joan Brown, osf, Director of New Mexico Interfaith Power and Light (NMIPL) will describe her work and results of her trip to the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen in December. The general power point includes pictures and quotes from events and talks at the meeting at which some 50,000 NGO's, Business representatives and World Leaders participated. NMINPL works on concerns of climate change and energy efficiency throughout New Mexico engaging people of all religious traditions. The presentation is not religious but does not the climate justice concerns of the faith community. More info at: www.nm-ipl.org/ " — New Mexico Solar Energy Association

An introduction to Bookkeeping: why it needs to be done proficiently and the operational benefits. Financial statements: their necessity and how they help. Who can and who should do your bookkeeping? Chasing and collecting the paper. IRS and State compliance: it’s not that tough when you have the information. NM gross receipts tax: don’t pay too much! Powerful numbers: gross margins and break-even calculations. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

A humble supper of soup, salad, and bread begins at 6:00 p.m., followed at 7:00 p.m. by a Lenten Teaching by The Rev. Daniel Tuton, Vicar. No charge, but please call the church at 830-0572 to sign up. Visitors welcome. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

A Lifetime Income Strategy free seminar sponsored by Berrenberg Wealth Management, LLC will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, February 24th. Brian Ragle, Regional VP of Clarke Lanzen Skalla Investments, will showcase strategies for using your assets and investments to produce retirement income. Reservations are requested - phone (505) 797-3200 to RSVP. — Berrenberg Wealth Management, LLC

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

201 Highland Park Circle SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States Meeting Time: 6:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. Open to all, visitors and new members welcome!! Please join us to improve your speaking skills! email: Drifty@aol.com — Toastmasters International Meeting

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

SITE Santa Fe presents an evening of live music featuring compositions by Dave Wayne and others, performed by a talented combo of local musicians. Wayne creates music that is fast, melodic, complex, and collaborative, sampling elements of jazz, rock, klezmer, latin, and more. Musicians include Dave Wayne, Paul Bossert, Elliot Ryan, Dan Pearlman, Ross Hamlin, Sean Buckley, and Casey Anderson. $10 for adults; $5 for students, seniors, and SITE members at Friend and Family levels. Free with advance reservation for members at the Supporter level and above. 505-989-1199 — SITE Santa Fe

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

Beethoven's Eroica may have marked the end of the classical era and commenced the romantic period, but Beethoven's third symphony did something even more important for us in celebrating the ideals of liberty, equality and brotherhood. Celebrate those qualities again, but first behold Bernstein's joyful choral masterwork, Chichester Psalms. — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

Join the newest book club in town – the Main Library’s Wide World of Mystery Book Club. This month’s selection is The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith. Noon – 1:00 p.m. Bring an brown bag lunch and discuss. New members are always welcome! For more information call (505) 768-5141. — Albuquerque/Bernaillo County Libraries

“1st & Goal” Gala February 27, 2010 The Boys & Girls Clubs of Albuquerque/Rio Rancho along with University of New Mexico head football coach Mike Locksley would like to invite you to join us in the celebration of our Youth of the Year. There will be NFL celebrities to meet, greet and have your photo taken with, a silent and live auction, presentation of our Youth of the Year awards, and dinner. The gala starts at 6pm at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, 800 Rio Grande Blvd. NW. Tickets are $150 per person. The event will be hosted by Van Tate and Jessica Garate of KRQE-13/KASA-2. All proceeds to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Albuquerque/Rio Rancho. For more information please contact Rene’ Clark or Susan Hoopes at 505-881-0777. — Boys & Girls Clubs of Albuquerqe/Rio Rancho

“1st & Goal” Gala February 27, 2010 The Boys & Girls Clubs of Albuquerque/Rio Rancho along with University of New Mexico head football coach Mike Locksley would like to invite you to join us in the celebration of our Youth of the Year. There will be NFL celebrities to meet, greet and have your photo taken with, a silent and live auction, presentation of our Youth of the Year awards, and dinner. The gala starts at 6pm at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, 800 Rio Grande Blvd. NW. Tickets are $150 per person. The event will be hosted by Van Tate and Jessica Garate of KRQE-13/KASA-2. All proceeds to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Albuquerque/Rio Rancho. For more information please contact Rene’ Clark or Susan Hoopes at 505-881-0777. — Boys & Girls Clubs of Albuquerqe/Rio Rancho

Veteran newspaper reporter Aurelio “Arley” Sanchez will read from his debut book of poetry “Of a Dream Catcher.” In the book’s forward, poet and novelist Jimmy Santiago Baca describes Sanchez as using “a gritty, streetwise, journalistic story-telling style.” Autographed copies will be available for purchase. 2:00-3:30 p.m. at the North Valley Library. For more information call (505) 897-8823. — Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries

Members of Escribiente, Albuquerque’s Calligraphic Society, will be on hand from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Taylor Ranch Library to demonstrate and talk about the fine art of beautiful lettering. For more information call (505) 897-8816. — Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries

BUY or SELL your gently used children's items maternity to children's size 14, equipment, furniture and toys! Thousands of items in one place. Moms To Be get to shop early! $1 admission to benefit The Boys and Girls Club. Sunday Feb 28 is HALF OFF DAY! Visit www.MommysMarkets.com for more information or to sign up to SELL! — Mommy's Markets

A workshop, “Clarifying Meditative Work – A Fresh Look”, will be held on Saturday, 2/27 , 2 to 5 pm at the Wat Center, at 145 Madison NE, corner of Madison and Copper, east of Washington in Albuquerque. It is also ok to leave at 3:45. $2 donation. Also on 9/26. The workshop will bring together people interested in meditation from any tradition - including Tibetan, Zen, Vipassana, Hindu and Western – as well as people meditating without any traditional context. The spirit of the day should appeal to people who like the writings of Eckhart Tolle, Pema Chodron, Toni Packer, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Krishnamurti, among others. Both experienced sitters and those newly interested in meditation will have a chance to explore directly what meditative work is and how it sheds light on the concerns of our lives. The workshop will not focus on the learning of either techniques or spiritual theory, although it will be fine if these topics come up for discussion. Instead participants can bring up issues and concerns in their lives or issues from or about their meditation. The group will explore the possibility of shedding fresh light on these issues, not theoretically, but from a quiet, meditative listening to each other and to oneself. The day will include quiet sitting, group discussion, a short talk and some time to visit with each other. The facilitator is Jay Cutts, who has attended retreats with Toni Packer for over 35 years. Jay meets from time to time with people from diverse backgrounds to clarify meditative work together. Jay says, “Meditative work is, in its deepest sense, not theoretical, not goal oriented, not a matter of time or progress. It is the direct opening, fully complete in this moment now, to a simple, compassionate, open awareness that allows the myriad fears, clingings, confusions of the mind that we all suffer from to be revealed in a new way and at the same time brings us intimately, undividedly and lovingly in touch with the wide universe in all its profound stillness. I feel that, in our deepest hearts, it is the possibility of this openness that we come together to clarify.” For reservations or more info, or to be on the mailing list for future workshops, please call Jay at 281-0684. Additional workshop on 3/20. There is a seven day silent retreat December, which is conducted in the same tradition-neutral way, on 10 quiet acres in Tijeras. www.cuttsreviews.com/meditation/ — NM Center for Meditative Inquiry and Retreat

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

Barbara Frey, wife of Assisting Bishop William Frey, will lead this Lenten Retreat on "Forgiveness." Mrs. Frey is a nationally known conference speaker and workshop leader. Her presentation will include time for personal reflection and writing. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The first session begins at 9:00 a.m. A light lunch will be serve at Noon. No charge, but donations appreciated. Please RSVP to Deborah Tischler, 323-4098 or 328-0163 to assist in planning for lunch. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

This one-day event for newly married or soon-to-be married couples will be hosted by Joey Belville and will feature national Christian comedian Ron McGehee and the music of Ayiesha Woods. We'll hear from guest speakers on topics including money, family relationships, sex, dealing with conflict, and the languages of love. You'll enjoy booths with offerings for your wedding and new life and lots of prizes, including your chance to win a honeymoon trip! Tickets are $15 per couple or $10 for individuals. The ticket price includes guest speakers and a special lunch time concert. Tickets are available online at www.M88events.org and at Parchments Bookstore (344-2728). For more information, contact Adrianna Duran-Leon at 344-9146. — M88 Radio 88.3 FM/Calvary of Albuquerque

Junction brings folk and bluegrass sounds that are infused with guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, bass and harmonica. This family band will have you tapping your feet! 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the Los Griegos Library. For more information call (505) 761-4020. — Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries

Cristina Ortega, author of Los Ojos del Tejedor: The Eyes of the Weaver, will visit the South Valley Library for a special reading. She will also show weavings made by herself and her grandfather. 10:30 a.m. Recommended for elementary school age children. For more information call (505) 877-5170. — Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries

Beethoven's Eroica may have marked the end of the classical era and commenced the romantic period, but Beethoven's third symphony did something even more important for us in celebrating the ideals of liberty, equality and brotherhood. Celebrate those qualities again, but first behold Bernstein's joyful choral masterwork, Chichester Psalms. — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

The Astronomical Unit (distance from the Earth to the Sun) is the basis for virtually every distance measurement in astronomy. Yet the quest to measure it accurately began with the ancient Greeks and did not end until the 1970’s. Along the way, many astronomers, both famous and not so famous, worked to make this one measurement. Some even died in the attempt. On February 27th at 7:00 PM in UNM’s Regener Hall, Barry Spletzer will present the story of this all-important measurement. For information, visit www.taas.org or call 505-254-TAAS. Barry Spletzer is a long-time TAAS member and avid telescope designer and builder with an interest in the history of astronomy. — The Albuquerque Astronomical Society

Bobby Vinton will perform in the Showroom on Sunday February 28, 2010. Doors will open at 6:00PM and show will begin at 7:00PM. Tickets will be on sale at the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office or at www.tickets.com. Ticket prices will be $30.00, $40.00, or $50.00. — Isleta Casino & Resort

Albuquerque’s First Baptist Church invites you to the Grand Opening of our new facility at 4101 Paseo Del Norte NW (one block west of Eagle Ranch Road) on Sunday, February 28th. You will experience an exciting worship service at either 9:15 or 10:45 a.m. Life Groups for all ages, preschool through senior adult, are held during both hours, and loving childcare is available for babies, birth to two years of age. For more information, please call the church office at 505-247-3611 or visit our website at www.fbcabq.com. — Albuquerque's First Baptist Church

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

Beethoven's Eroica may have marked the end of the classical era and commenced the romantic period, but Beethoven's third symphony did something even more important for us in celebrating the ideals of liberty, equality and brotherhood. Celebrate those qualities again, but first behold Bernstein's joyful choral masterwork, Chichester Psalms. — New Mexico Symphony Orchestra

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Cibola High School’s Communication Skills classes will participate in a mock job interview fair Tuesday, March 2, 2010. In order to make this project work, we need ninety adults to serve as interviewers in two-hour shifts throughout the day. We are asking our parents for help, as well as people from the community. If you would be willing and able to work a two-hour shift or have contacts in the business community who might be able to work a shift, please email Valencia_L@aps.edu or call 897-0110 ext.20322, so we can add you to our list. We will provide interview questions and assessment sheets. Each interview will take approximately 10 minutes. You may use your own questions or choose from our list. We ask that you set an example of business dress on this day by wearing suits or dress pants/skirts and collared shirts. The two-hour shifts will run on the following schedule: Shift 1 - 7:15am-9:15am Shift 2 - 8:30am-10:30am Shift 3 - 10:00am-12:00pm Shift 4 - 12:30pm-2:25pm Thank you for your time and help. Ask your employers if they will spare you or other employees for this endeavor. Many companies promote giving back to schools. We know you will be delighted with our students. When you sign up to interview, we need your name, the time of shift(s) you wish to work, your email address, and your telephone number. — Cibola High School

The Family Transfer of Subdivision Task Force special meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., Village Hall, 6718 Rio Grande Blvd. NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Village Attorney Bill Chappell will be present to discuss legal issues. — Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque

Join us at 6:00 p.m. for a simple supper of soup, salad, and bread. A Lenten teaching by The Rev. Daniel Tuton, Vicar, begins at 7:00 p.m. No charge, but please call the church at 830-0572 to sign up. Visitors welcome. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

"Faded Photographs is a show of mostly new paintings by South Valley artist Corky Frausto. The show is part of a continuing series based on family photographs. The show will hang through March. Opening reception March 5, 6 to 9. Music by Young Edward, 7 to 8. Preview the show at www.corque.net —

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

The Pranakriya Yoga Teacher Training program helps yoga practitioners develop the skills needed to share yoga with students as professional teachers, in nine intensive weekends starting March 5. Students will study anatomy, philosophy and yogic history, plus how to teach 25 yoga postures and five breathing exercises appropriate for beginning level students. They will learn to design and lead three kinds of classes: a workout class, a meditative posture class, and a gentle stretch class. Pranakriya Yoga Teachers are prepared to teach in a variety of settings. According to former student J. Williams, anyone who tries Yoga Teacher Training should “be prepared to leave the world you know behind you with your shoes. Say farewell to comfort zones and limitations. Once inside you will work hard, face many challenges and eventually face yourself. It is not easy work but when you step back out the door for the final time you will be a teacher. Even more importantly, you will know yourself as never before.” — Jacci Reynolds with Yoga del Sol studio

Are you looking to get your foot into the digital door? UNM Continuing Education is holding a Digital Arts Confrence for Youth ages 13-17 on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 9am-3pm. Uncover how to transform your love of digital arts (film, graphic design, web design, animation and digital photography) into career opportunities. Learn new skills and information at breakout sessions which include hands-on workshops and tips on how to develop persuasive portfolios. Gain insight from industry experts at the keynote presentation, panel discussion, breakout sessions, exhibitor tables, showcases, and more. Tuition of $99 includes breakfast, lunch and snacks. Youth and adults alike with an interest in the digital arts will benefit from this information-packed event. — UNM Continuing Education

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

ALBUQUERQUE- One of New Mexico’s oldest automobile dealerships is celebrating its 49th birthday in March. Rich Ford has been selling new and used vehicles in Albuquerque since 1961 and has earned the ranking of the number one volume Ford dealership in New Mexico for decades. In honor of its 49th birthday, Rich Ford will have special hours of operation during the entire month of March, from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Monday thru Saturday, and 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on Sundays. In addition, in what has become an anniversary tradition, the monster truck Big Foot will be at Rich Ford, jumping and crushing cars on March 6th, 7th, 13th and 14th. The dealer also will be offering exclusive, specially-built anniversary vehicles during its anniversary sales events. At the same time that Rich Ford is celebrating its success, Ford Motor Company is making significant strides in the automobile industry. This year Ford Motor Company was honored at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit early this year. The company’s 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and Transit Connect received North American Car and Truck of the year awards. Also, the next generation 2010 Ford Focus named the, “Most Significant” vehicle at the 2010 auto show. “This may be the most exciting time ever to be a Ford dealer,” said Dennis Snyder at Rich Ford. “The company’s commitment to not taking the government funds as well as Ford’s continued motto to uphold quality, environmental responsibility and to offer vehicles and options that consumers want has never been more evident.” “March is historically one of our biggest sales months, and given vehicles like the Escape Hybrid, Fusion and Focus sedans, and the incredibly popular Edge crossover, we’re expecting that this March will be no different,” continued Dennis Snyder. Rich Ford has over 160 employees, and ranks 55th in the nation in new car and truck sales out of more than 3,600 Ford dealers. The dealership is located at Lomas and Wyoming NE in Albuquerque, or you can visit their web site at www.rich-ford.com. — Rich Ford

Over eating is never about food. Its about our emotions. Learn new relaxation techniques. Eliminate cravings, end negative self-talk and find peace with food - find peace with yourself. Men and women; want to loose 5 or 55 pounds. Cost $125 (Pay before 2/23 $100) Half day-$65. Call 505-270-7105 — Connect to Your True Potential

Rick St. James will perform a Tribute to Rod Stewart Live in the Showroom on Sunday March 7, 2010. Doors will open at 6:00PM and show will begin at 7:00PM. Tickets will be on sale at the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office or at www.tickets.com. Ticket prices are $10 or $5 with a Players Club card. Players must come to the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office to receive their discount. — Isleta Casino & Resort

See the first HGTV Dream Home in the Southwest. Located in San Pedro Overlook, the home features stunning views and fabulous style. Tour proceeds benefit East Mountain High School and depart from the school every 45 minutes Thursday through Sunday. Buy tickets onsite or online at www.eastmountainhigh.net. For information call 505-281-7400 x 110. — East Mountain High School

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Westside affiliate will offer a free 12-week course for family caregivers of people with severe mental illness. The classes will be offered from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. each Monday beginning March 8 in Rio Rancho at the First Baptist Church annex, 1909 Grand Blvd. SE. For reservations call 228-0643 or 990-2292. — National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Westside Affiliate

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

This course is designed to assist the business owner with information on managing the critical element of money. Topics to be covered include, how to read a credit report, how to establish lines of credit, open lines of credit versus secured lines of credit, how to collect receivables, how to get invoices to your customers and confirm they have received them. The participant should come away with a better understanding of how to more effectively manage their money. The class is taught by Barbara Herrera, a certified Credit Business Associate. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

A simple supper of soup, salad, and bread begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Lenten teaching by The Rev. Daniel Tuton, Vicar. No charge, but please call the church at 830-0572 to sign up. Visitors warmly welcomed. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

201 Highland Park Circle SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States Meeting Time: 6:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. Open to all, visitors and new members welcome!! Please join us to improve your speaking skills! email: Drifty@aol.com — Toastmasters International Meeting

*March 11th & 18th* This is a seven hour course in two sessions of three and a half hours. There are two objectives: First, to teach participants how to create invoices and receive payments, enter and pay bills, and reconcile a check register with a bank statement. Second: Practice and use QuickBooks functions including “Items” and “Memorized Transactions”, and create enough confidence in participant’s use of the program they will be able to explore and use unfamiliar functions. Essential to the second objective is an understanding of “double entry” bookkeeping techniques. Two hours of the course are directed to basic bookkeeping. *Note-laptop required for each session including Excel software. 20-30 min. early arrival time required first session--Call (505) 867-5066 for a detailed schedule. — Sandoval County Small Business Development Center

For $75, guests can participate in a fun silent auction and enjoy a delicious meal, while listening to our guest speaker, Mr. John Ashmen, President of the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 228-6536 or 452-0585. Sponsorships are, also, available. — Albuquerque Rescue Mission

Among the most distinctive and powerful voices to emerge from Rock and Top 40 radio, Gramm – the lead vocalist and co-writer of the multi-platinum band Foreigner – as well as a successful solo artist in his own right – remains one of the most recognizable performers in music today. Lou Gramm will perform in the Showroom on Sunday March 14, 2010. Doors will open at 6:00PM and show will begin at 7:00PM. Tickets will be on sale at the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office or at www.tickets.com. Ticket prices will be $20.00, $30.00, or $40.00. — Isleta Casino & Resort

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Come at 6:00 p.m. for a simple supper of soup, salad, and bread. At 7:00 p.m., The Rev. Daniel Tuton, Vicar, will present a Lenten study. No charge, but please call the church at 830-0572 to sign up. Visitors warmly welcomed. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

A workshop, “Clarifying Meditative Work – A Fresh Look”, will be held on Saturday, 3/20 , 2 to 5 pm at the Wat Center, at 145 Madison NE, corner of Madison and Copper, east of Washington in Albuquerque. It is also ok to leave at 3:45. $2 donation. Also on 9/26. The workshop will bring together people interested in meditation from any tradition - including Tibetan, Zen, Vipassana, Hindu and Western – as well as people meditating without any traditional context. The spirit of the day should appeal to people who like the writings of Eckhart Tolle, Pema Chodron, Toni Packer, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Krishnamurti, among others. Both experienced sitters and those newly interested in meditation will have a chance to explore directly what meditative work is and how it sheds light on the concerns of our lives. The workshop will not focus on the learning of either techniques or spiritual theory, although it will be fine if these topics come up for discussion. Instead participants can bring up issues and concerns in their lives or issues from or about their meditation. The group will explore the possibility of shedding fresh light on these issues, not theoretically, but from a quiet, meditative listening to each other and to oneself. The day will include quiet sitting, group discussion, a short talk and some time to visit with each other. The facilitator is Jay Cutts, who has attended retreats with Toni Packer for over 35 years. Jay meets from time to time with people from diverse backgrounds to clarify meditative work together. Jay says, “Meditative work is, in its deepest sense, not theoretical, not goal oriented, not a matter of time or progress. It is the direct opening, fully complete in this moment now, to a simple, compassionate, open awareness that allows the myriad fears, clingings, confusions of the mind that we all suffer from to be revealed in a new way and at the same time brings us intimately, undividedly and lovingly in touch with the wide universe in all its profound stillness. I feel that, in our deepest hearts, it is the possibility of this openness that we come together to clarify.” For reservations or more info, or to be on the mailing list for future workshops, please call Jay at 281-0684. Additional workshop in April. There is a seven day silent retreat December, which is conducted in the same tradition-neutral way, on 10 quiet acres in Tijeras. www.cuttsreviews.com/meditation/ — NM Center for Meditative Inquiry and Retreat

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

In 1980 Loverboy introduced themselves to the world with their self-titled debut album. They quickly became one of America’s and MTV’s most popular rock bands. From 1980 through 1987 Loverboy garnered four multi-platinum albums and numerous international gold albums. Their tours sold out arenas and stadiums worldwide. Their hit singles came one after another and went on to become the anthems and party songs of an entire generation of rock concert going fans. Loverboy will perform in the Showroom on Sunday March 21, 2010. Doors will open at 7:00PM and show will begin at 8:00PM. Tickets will be on sale at the Isleta Casino and Resort Box Office or at www.tickets.com. Ticket prices will be $20.00, $30.00, or $40.00. — Isleta Casino & Resort

Learn the easiest ways to control paper and interesting information Treveston Elliott Architect 811 12th St NW $97.00 For more information or to register, visit www.morethanorganized.net or call More than Organized: (505) 243-4356. — More than Organized

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Come at 6:00 p.m. for a simple supper of soup, salad, and bread. At 7:00 p.m., The Rev. Daniel Tuton, Vicar, will present a Lenten study. No charge, but please call the church at 830-0572 to sign up. Visitors warmly welcomed. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

201 Highland Park Circle SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States Meeting Time: 6:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. Open to all, visitors and new members welcome!! Please join us to improve your speaking skills! email: Drifty@aol.com — Toastmasters International Meeting

The Symphony Ball has been held for more than 50 years. The Ball is the single largest Guild fundraiser and the venue for the presentation of the Señoritas of the Symphony. Families, friends, and Symphony supporters share in the excitement and tradition of this event. In addition to the presentation of the Señoritas, the formal Ball provides an evening of festivities including a silent auction, treasure chest, dinner, and dancing to the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra and The Birds of Paradise, a local dance band. The 2010 Symphony Ball Saturday, March 27, 2010 6:00 p.m. Hyatt Tamaya Resort 1300 Tuyuna Trail Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico Mark your calendar and watch for tickets to be available for sale and opportunities to donate goods, services, and funds to support this wonderful event. — New Mexico Symphony Guild

So you want to be a writer? Whether you are writing short stories or novels, literary or genre fiction, for children, teenagers or adults, fiction comes down to four basic elements: Plot, Character, Setting, and Theme. Plot is the skeleton that provides structure, character the muscles that move the plot, setting the skin that gives a pleasant appearance, and theme the soul that truly brings a story to life. In this full-day workshop, learn how to develop each of these elements and how to weave them together. March 27, 9:30 am to 3:00 pm, $39. To sign up, email chriseboch@gmail.com or send a check with your contact information to Chris Eboch, PO Box 1084, Socorro, NM 87801 — Chris Eboch

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Come at 6:00 p.m. for a simple supper of soup, salad, and bread. At 7:00 p.m., The Rev. Daniel Tuton, Vicar, will present a Lenten study. No charge, but please call the church at 830-0572 to sign up. Visitors warmly welcomed. — Hope+In+The+Desert Episcopal Church

Based in Los Angeles, Hollywood U2 is the World’s leading U2 Tribute Band. No other U2 Tribute Band makes Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr. so proud. This U2 Tribute Band are not simply U2 impersonators who have an uncanny resemblance, but consummate musicians who bring the true heart of U2 to every performance. Hollywood U2 shows bring the respect that U2, their music and their fans deserve through the precision, excitement, and exact emulation of a U2 concert. Hollywood U2 will perform a Tribute to the legendary Rock and Roll band of the 90’s U2 on April 4, 2010 in the Isleta Casino and Resort Showroom. Doors open at 7:00PM and show begins at 8:00PM. Tickets are on sale at the Isleta Casino Resort Box Office for $10 or $5 with a Player’s club card. — Isleta Casino & Resort

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

GRACE CHURCH 6901 San Antonio Drive, NE, Albuq., NM 87109 Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 PM, follow signs January 12 – 6 April, 2010 Or call Roxie, 505-858-1401 or Joe at 505-379-7834 Check us out at www.DivorceCare.org for map and info. You may start the session at any time, and bring a friend! — Divorce Care Support Group

Caravan to Peace will be held at the historic KiMo Theater in downtown Albuquerque on Friday, April 9, 2010. The event features the world premiere screening of an inspiring documentary-Stealing the Light-and a concert by world-renowned oud virtuoso Rahim Al-Haj. For VIP ticket holders, the reception with Afghani food and an opportunity to meet filmmaker Aimie Burns, Rahim Al-Haj and Dr. Mohammad Khan Kharoti starts at 6:00pm. The main event will begin at 7:00pm. Stealing the Light chronicles the work of Dr. Mohammad Khan Kharoti who founded Green Village Schools in 2001 as a means to lasting peace and democracy by providing quality secular education to girls and boys in war-torn Afghanistan. The main compound with more than 1,200 students was reduced to rubble by gunmen in October 2008. The gunmen stole every book, chalkboard, and desk, and tore the school down beam by beam, brick by brick until nothing was left. Founded in 2007, Project PeacePal is an international peace through education organization striving to create the next generation of leaders and peace builders through friendships and the application of peace building skills in daily life. Project PeacePal and Green Village Schools are collaborating to continue Dr. Kharoti's courageous project. A photo exhibit featuring the children of Green Village Schools and a silent auction will round out the evening. Your attendance will help us rebuild the school and restore the light that was stolen from the children of Afghanistan. Learn more about Dr. Kharoti and Green Village schools here: www.greenvillageschools.org. Learn more about the film and the entire Peace Through Education film series here: www.peacethrougheducationfilm.com. — Project PeacePal

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

THe 35th Annual Safety, Health, and Environment (SH&E) Professional Development Conference on April 14, 15, and 16, 2010. A few of the topics to be covered... •Safety Management •Construction Safety •Industrial Hygiene/Environmental •Public Health/Emergency Planning Plus a Post-Conference New Mexico Seminar-Fest on April 16th featuring 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher, 4 Hour Applied Workplace Ergonomics, and 4 Hour Safety Program Writing Seminars! — The New Mexico Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers

The 35th Annual Safety, Health, and Environment (SH&E) Professional Development Conference on April 14, 15, and 16, 2010. A few of the topics to be covered... •Safety Management •Construction Safety •Industrial Hygiene/Environmental •Public Health/Emergency Planning Plus a Post-Conference New Mexico Seminar-Fest on April 16th featuring 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher, 4 Hour Applied Workplace Ergonomics, and 4 Hour Safety Program Writing Seminars! — The New Mexico Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers

The 35th Annual Safety, Health, and Environment (SH&E) Professional Development Conference on April 14, 15, and 16, 2010. A few of the topics to be covered... •Safety Management •Construction Safety •Industrial Hygiene/Environmental •Public Health/Emergency Planning Plus a Post-Conference New Mexico Seminar-Fest on April 16th featuring 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher, 4 Hour Applied Workplace Ergonomics, and 4 Hour Safety Program Writing Seminars! — The New Mexico Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

Albuquerque's Premier Children's Consignment Event featuring 100 sellers and over 20,000 gently used items! Sell your items for up to 100% profit, and enjoy our computerized barcode tagging sysytem! Volunteer to work one shift, and shop the private Friday night pre-sale! Use sponsorship opportunities to promote your business! Shop in a comfortable, store-like environment where all clothing is hung on racks! 50% off sale on Sunday, 4/18, 12-2pm. Each $1 per adult admission at the door receives a Hoots Ultimate Party Zone free admission, an Inspired ReTreat scrapbooking gift certificate, and a coupon for a free Chick-fil-A kid's meal. — The Mother Load Sale

A group supporting those who have lost or anticipate the loss of an animal companion.$20; sliding scale available. Call 265-3087 to register. — Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling

This two-day annual event is held on the first Friday and Saturday of May at Smokey Bear Historical Park. In 2010 it will be on May 7 & 8. The event includes free live music, karaoke, and a street dance, visits from Smokey throughout the event and at the cutting of his birthday cake, vendors marketplace, fun for the kids, chainsaw carving contest, auction and much more. The web site is www.smokeybeardays.org — Smokey Bear's Hometown Association & Smokey Bear Historical Park

Tour the campgrounds, have lunch and have a great time. Three Pines day Camp is held at Starfire Tree Farm 45min east of Albuquerque, south of the Village of Tijeras. Activities include archery, arts and crafts, frisbee golf, hiking, ropes course and more. This is a free event. — Three Pines Day Camp

Local Contemporary & Tradition Art - June 19th & 20th, 2010 - Summer Starts With Us! — Cerro Pedernal Heritage Association

Come out and join us for a fun Halloween Kick Off, including: * A special appearance by Beatlejuice. * 10:00 AM Kids Halloween Costume Contest, Sponsored by Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Rio Rancho and McDonalds. * 10:30 To 12:30 Entertainment by Del Pucket whose original music blurs the lines of jazz, modern rock, and world music. * Big Brothers, Big Sisters will be located in our Community Booth. * The Rio Rancho High School Drama Club will be raising funds in our School Booth today. Fun for the family at the Marketplace every Saturday and Sunday through November. Find us just one-half mile North of Northern on Idalia Road. — Idalia Road Marketplace

— Isleta Casino & Resort

The most important ingredient for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner is great food. Throw in one of the most beautiful and romantic settings in New Mexico and you have a recipe for success. With its roaring fireplaces and stunning architecture, it will be difficult to keep your eye on your date. Los Poblanos has been serving spectacular food to its private dining guests for a year now. With a new beer and wine license in place, they are open to the public for special culinary events and are now taking reservations for the weekend of Valentine's Day, February 12th, 13th, and 14th. Dining will be by candlelight in the Grand Ballroom with a prix-fixe menu, with choices prepared by Executive Chef Jonathan Perno featuring only the finest local ingredients available. Seatings are by reservation only, and start at 6:00pm each night. Tickets are $75 per person, plus tax. Beverages are additional. For more details, please call Molly Ater at (505)344-9297 ext. 33. — Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center