Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Community Calendar

Wed/June 17

Library Summer Program, 3:30 p.m. — Socorro Public Library. Socorro Fire Department teaches fire safety. Free. For more info, call 575-835-1114.

SGH Self Empowerment Group, 5:30 p.m. — Socorro General Hospital Cafeteria. "The Tears I Couldn't Cry," presentation and booksigning. Patrica Beasley shares her experiences of life as a nun in a Catholic convent and the healing power of writing. Free. For more info, contact Theresa Sanchez at 575-835-1140 or 505-514-5270.

Thu/June 18

Library Summer Program, 2:30 p.m. — Socorro Public Library. Crafts for Grades 106; songs stories and a special craft. Free. For more info, call 575-835-1114.

SCOPE Annual Banquet, 6 p.m. — K-Bob's Steakhouse. Dinner and silent auction. The cost is $12 per person. For more info, contact Bobbi Jo, 575-835-2444, ext. 158.

Tech Amateur Radio Association Net, 7 p.m. — 146.680 MHz, pL 100. All licensed radio amateurs are welcome.

Thu-Fri/June 18-19

Mid Rio Throw Around Passing Tournament — Socorro High School and New Mexico Tech fields. For more info, contact coach Ocamp, 575-835-8614.

Fri-Sat/June 19-20

Gay Pride Celebration — Manzanares Street Coffeehouse, 110 Manzanares Ave. The event features a Creative "Bi" Breakfast, a Safe Lunch, belly dancing, poetry slam, special music by Tom, an art reception and signing with featured artist Dr. Maureen Wilks and open stage for performers. For more info, contact Patty Frisch at 575-838-0809.

Sat/June 20

Socorro Farmers Market, 8-11 a.m. — Historic Socorro Plaza. Fresh produce and more. For more info, call 575-835-8927.

Recycle mixed paper, paperboard and cardboard, 8:30-11:30 a.m. — Historic Plaza. Sponsored by the City of Socorro and the Socorro Chamber of Commerce. For more info, call 575-835-0424. The recycling site will be available the third Saturday of every month.

Socorro General Hospital Fundraiser Golf Tournament — New Mexico Tech Golf Course. For more info, call 575-835-8700 or 575-835-0861.

Acapella Chorus Concert, 4 p.m. — Macey Center. Performances by Harmony Youth Group, a four-part acapella youth chorus, consisting of boys and girls in Grades 8-12; and Duke City Sound. The concert is free and open tot he public.

Enchilada Dinner, 4:30-7 p.m. — Masonic Lodge, 912 Leroy Place. The cost is $6 per plate. For tickets or more info, call 575-496-4328.

Mon/June 22

Summer Science Program Lecture: 2:30 p.m. — Weir 102. Dr. Penelope Boston, director of the Cave and Karst Studies at New Mexico Tech, speaks on "Caves: Exploring Life Underground from Earth to Mars and Beyond."

Air Rifle Practice, 5:30 p.m. — Tech Gym, Basement. Meets every Monday night. Free. Precision air rifles, pellets and targets are provided. For more info, contact Jim at 575-835-5409.

Magical Monday NIght Bingo at the DAV, 7 p.m. — $750 Black Out Jackpot (55 numbers or less; 46 players attending). DAV, 200 N. Fifth St., 575-835-0843.

Tue/June 23

Respect and Manners Academy, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Veguita, location TBA. Sponsored by Operation No Gangs. Topics include how to talk to adults properly, how to disagree agreeably, proper behavior for young ladies and gentlemen, and respect for parents and elders. Those who are interested can contact Richard or Laura at 575-835-8707 for more info.

Socorro Farmers Market, 5-7 p.m. — Historic Socorro Plaza. Fresh produce and more. For more info, call 575-835-8927.

Wed/June 24

Car Seat Safety Class, 10 a.m. — Healthy Family Initiative office, 107 Faulkner St. Learn how to properly install and use a child's car seat. Also learn about the requirements for what type and how long a child must be in a car seat. If any participant is in need of a car seat, a $15 payment will be required in either cash or a money order made out to Safer New Mexico Now. These classes are free and open to the public. For more info, contact Betty Cline at 575-835-8790.

SGH Self Empowerment Group, 5:30 p.m. — Socorro General Hospital Cafeteria. Spa Night! Shelby Schue, reflexology; Lucille Giron, chair massage and ionic foot baths; and lots more. Small fees apply. For more info or to set up an appointment, contact Theresa Sanchez at 575-835-1140 or 505-514-5270.

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