Unless otherwise noted, events are in Truth or Consequences; events for which no price is given are free of charge.
8:30am-9:30am
TAI CHI PRACTICE @ Studio de La Luz
Presented by Master Wilson. Learn how to gain, restore and balance natural healing energies, with beautiful, smooth, relaxing movements of Master Dao Yin’s Tai Chi. Originally designed as part of a morning class for students of acupuncture, massage and physical therapy, this excellent practice will keep you rejuvenated. 308 S. Pershing. 894-5508.
 
9am-12pm
RECYCLED SPA, HOME, & GARDEN TOUR
A rare opportunity for an intimate view of T or C’s architectural, artistic and cultural heritage. This self-guided tour focuses on re-use, and includes: Dam Site housing trucked to T or C in the Depression Era (1919); hand-built adobes in the predominantly hispanic community of La Vista; fabulous restorations of commercial bath houses, and a tour of Green Acre, the newest permutation in T or C’s recycling history. Pick up a map at Picture Perfect (322 N. Broadway) or Varuna (406 N. Broadway). $10.
9am-4pm
THE SIERRA COUNTY FAIR ART SHOW
Fair Grounds - 1357 Hyde (@ Broadway). The Sierra County Fair is open to children of Sierra County and encourages them to raise animals, care for them, and be rewarded for their efforts. The art section is also open to children. A booklet may be obtained of all events, judging of animals, and rodeos from the County Agricultural Agent (2101 South Broadway, TorC). 894-2375.
9am-4pm
OPEN - Pioneer Store Museum & Monte Cristo gift Shop & Gallery in Chloride
Located just past the hanging tree in the middle of Main Street, in buildings that were constructed in the 1880s. The museum is chock-full of artifacts and relics; the gift shop and gallery offer items made by local artists and artisans. Info - 505-743-2736, or email pioneerstoremuseum@windstream.net
9am-7pm
OPEN - Museums, Galleries & Studios in Hillsboro and Kingston
10am-11:00am
HEALING RHYTHMS: ESSENTIAL SOUND & MOVEMENT @ Studio de la Luz
Presented by Wendy Sager Evanson and Paul Bjorgan. 308 S. Pershing. 894-5508.
10am-2pm “FACIALS FROM YOUR KITCHEN” @ the Ivory Spa, Elephant Butte Inn
Learn to make skin care products from ingredients found in your kitchen. There will also be a smoothie bar and chair massages. 401 Hwy. 195, Elephant Butte. For more information, please see www.elephantbutteinn.com. Free.
11am-noon
BALNEOLOGY:THE EUROPEAN APPROACH TO HEALING WITH WATER @ Studio de La Luz
Presented by Joann Love, MD. 308 S. Pershing. 894-5508.
11am-4pm
FIBER ARTS DEMONSTRATIONS @ Grasshopper Silk Studio, Elephant Butte
See how hand-painted silk is steamed, and learn the tips and techniques used to complete a silk painting. Plus Kat Right - spinning/weaving; Peggy Czacki - beading; Jean Smith - quilting; Sandy Hopper - silk painting.509 Bass Rd., Hot Springs Landing, Elephant Butte Lake. 740-4958.
11am-4pm
2007 SAFARI OF PAINTED ELEPHANTS & TURTLES @ Geronimo Springs Museum
The Museum is a major repository for Sierra County History, both in artifacts and in archival materials. Each of four Elephants and Turtles creatively hand-painted by an artist from New Mexico will be on display. Tickets to win are $10 each. All proceeds go toward the Geronimo Springs Museum Roofing Fund. The drawing will be held in late February, 2008 at the Annual Historical Society Dinner. Ticket holders need not be present to win. 211 Main. 894-6600.
11:30am-1:30pm
FREE "MYCHELLE DERMACEUTICALS" FACIAL DEMONSTRATIONS at Little Sprout Market and Juice Bar
April Heather, owner & spa director of Good Medicine Spa, Boutique & Gallery, will demonstrate free facials using MyChelle Dermaceuticals. Volunteers (men and women) are needed to receive free facials; call to sign up! A special after-demo sale will be offered through the end of the month by Little Sprout and Good Medicine. Contact: April Heather, 894-4663 / aschmidlapp@zianet.com or Little Sprout: 894-4114. More info: goodmedicinespa.tripod.com
11:30am-2pm
OUTDOOR CONCERT WITH BAYOU SECO at the Cuchillo Creek Cafe
Music by world renowned Bayou Seco; includes lunch. Ken Keppeler and Jeanie McLerie from Silver City, NM are masters at cross-cultural music of the Southwest. They play a very unique Chilegumbo, multilingual, true community music. Attendees should dress warmly, bring a chair to sit on and an umbrella to shade the great Southwest Sun. You probably won't be sitting still for long as the music will draw you to stomping before long. Food and drinks are included in the price; the menu is to be determined - but you won't be disappointed! Call for more information and reservations. Tickets can be delivered to T or C, or picked up at the Cafe. Limited space, so call early to reserve. In addition to the great music and food, there will be door prizes as well. $12.50 per person. Contact Cuchillo Creek Cafe/Lydia Torres: 505-743-2233 or lydia@cuchillocreekcafe.com. For more info visit cuchillocreekcafe.com.
12pm-2pm
CHAMPAGNE LUNCH @ Sierra Grande Lodge & Spa
Contemporary folk music from Fast Heart Mart. $20 per person. Reservations: 894-6976. 501 McAdoo.
2pm-4pm
INTRO TO THAI MASSAGE: WORKSHOP @ Studio De La Luz
Presented by Ova Luethye. Thai massage is more energizing and rigorous than more classic forms of massage. Many people say Thai massage is like doing yoga without any work. 308 S. Pershing. 894-5508.
2pm-4:30pm
PUNCHED NEW MEXICAN TINWORK CLASS @ the Josh Bond Studio, Cuchillo
With Josh Bond. Class is limited to 5 people. Students will make a small punched retablo and are encouraged to bring a photo of their own liking to make into a small tin shrine. $45 includes all materials. Hwy. 42 from Exit #83 on I-25 (15 min. from TorC). 571-0157
2:30pm-4:30pm
NEW EYES: SIERRA COUNTY SEEN THROUGH THE LENSES OF LOCAL FILMMAKERS @ The Vera
A collection of short, locally-produced videos. 500 Main (behind the Sierra Grande Lodge). 894-6976.
4:30pm-6pm
HELP YOURSELF: MEET YOUR INNER PHYSICIAN @ Studio de La Luz
Presented by Catherine McLean LMT. Discover how self-treatment using acupressure, tennis balls and gentle stretching can improve energy flow and soothe aches and pains. 308 S. Pershing. 894-5508.
5-10 pm
21st CENTURY UNIVERSE: AN EXHIBIT OF OUTSIDER, VISIONARY, FOLK, AND NEO-MODERN ART at the Elks Lodge
An art exhibit related to space travel, astrophysics and cosmology. Cash bar (beer and wine only). Brought to you by New Mexico Art & Space. 703 Broadway. Contact: tamarariley@mac.com
5pm-on
MUSIC @ Firebox Pottery & Hotspring Lodge
400 Mims. 740-1931. Donation. www.hotspringslodge.com
PICK-UP TICKETS AND INFORMATION AT
Picture Perfect 322 N. Broadway 894-9200
Varuna 406 N. Broadway 894-3342
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