{"id":82521,"date":"2023-05-03T16:29:43","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T22:29:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/best-bets-key-events-in-farmington-bloomfield-and-aztec-2\/"},"modified":"2023-05-03T16:29:43","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T22:29:43","slug":"best-bets-key-events-in-farmington-bloomfield-and-aztec-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/best-bets-key-events-in-farmington-bloomfield-and-aztec-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\"Anne
Anne Hillerman will speak at Farmington Civic Center on May 3. (Courtesy of Kitty Leaken)<\/span>du1-i-syn<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>
Anne Hillerman talk<\/div>\n

San Juan County Historical Society will present an author talk with Anne Hillerman at 6 p.m. May 3 at Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St.<\/p>\n

Hillerman will speak on using historical landscapes in writing. She will discuss her newest book in the Leaphorn, Chee and Manuelito series, \u201cThe Way of the Bear,\u201d which delves into the topics of fossil harvesting, ancient lore, greed, rejected love and murder.<\/p>\n

The event will also pay tribute to historical society member and author Marilu Waybourn.<\/p>\n

After the event, Hillerman will sign copies of her book. Copies of \u201cThe Way of the Bear\u201d are available for purchase by Amy\u2019s Bookcase. The historical society\u2019s books, including those written by Marilu Waybourn, will also be for sale.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit www.sanjuancountyhistoricalsociety.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

San Juan College Orchestra performance<\/div>\n

The San Juan College orchestra will perform at 7 p.m., Friday, May 5, at Henderson Fine Arts Performance Hall, 4601 College Blvd.<\/p>\n

The orchestra, conducted by Teun Fetz, will perform a variety of styles and eras, including \u201cArabian Dances\u201d by Brian Balmages, \u201cAshokan Farewell\u201d by Jay Unger and \u201cEspa\u00f1a Ca\u00f1i\u201d by Pascual Marquina.<\/p>\n

The orchestra will also present a special performance of \u201cThe Romance of Violin\u201d and \u201cOrchestra No. 2\u201c by Ludwig van Beethoven, featuring Aubrey Harmon as the violin soloist.<\/p>\n

The orchestra will also perform \u201cMimosa Shower\u201d by Yukiko Nishimura and \u201cSicilienne\u201d from \u201cPell\u00e9as et M\u00e9lisande\u201d by Gabriel Faur\u00e9.<\/p>\n

Tickets are $6 for seniors, $8 for adults and free for children and students free. Tickets may be purchased at the SJC bookstore, at the door or online at www.sanjuancollege.edu\/news-and-events.<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Locke
Locke Street Eats hosts movie nights every Thursday night. (Courtesy photo)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>
Movie Night at Locke Street Eats<\/div>\n

The community is invited to watch a movie night under the stars at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 4, at Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke Ave.<\/p>\n

This week\u2019s movie will be \u201cMrs. Doubtfire.\u201d Picnic tables are available, but attendees are invited to bring their own chairs or blankets as well. On-site food trucks offer a variety of dining and drink options to enjoy during the movie.<\/p>\n

No outside food or drinks are allowed, but s\u2019mores kits will be available for purchase for $3. Fire pits will be available for roasting s\u2019mores. All ages are welcome to attend, and this is a dog-friendly event.<\/p>\n

Movie nights are held every Thursday night. For more information, visit www.facebook.com\/LockeStEats<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Red
Red handprint decal on car window signifying the MMIWG movement for victimized Indigenous women and girls many of whom end up missing or murdered.<\/span>TERESA OTTO<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>
National Day of Awareness event<\/div>\n

National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People event will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, May 5, at Berg Park, 400 Scott Ave.<\/p>\n

The event is hosted by Vangie Randall-Shorty, director of the northwest branch of New Mexico Crusaders for Justice, and the law offices of Darlene Gomez. The event will raise awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous people and will accept donations for families affected by missing or murdered relatives.<\/p>\n

Community groups and organizations are invited to set up booths and community members are invited to attend and learn more about the families and investigations into missing and murdered relatives.<\/p>\n

For more information or to participate, email dargomezlaw@gmail.com<\/a>, vangie0620@yahoo.com<\/a> or tlbruss@yahoo.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Engineer Meadow hike<\/div>\n

San Juan College will host a student and community hike to Engineer Meadow from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6. Participants will meet at the Outdoor Equipment Rental Center, 4601 College Blvd, and travel together to the hike location.<\/p>\n

The hike is 4.4 miles round-trip and features moderate switchbacks. Hikers should bring water and wear clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather and location.<\/p>\n

The hike is free for SJC students and $20 for nonstudents. To register, call (505) 566-3221 or outdoor@sanjuancollege.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For a full listing of events, check out the Farmington Community Calendar.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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