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March

3/4/2008 - 3/4/2008

Planetarium- Echoes of the Night [more info]

This program features a selection of Native American stories. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe,NM 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

3/12/2008 - 3/12/2008

Planetarium-Backyard Astronomy [more info]

Enjoy a live presentation in the planetarium followed by an outdoor viewing of the night sky, if weather permits. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

3/13/2008 - 3/13/2008

Planetarium-Our Solar System [more info]

Learn about our natural satelite, the Sun and the planets.* The Moon and the Sun, eclipses and occultations * The Planets and others objects (asteroids and comets) * Astrophotos 6401 Richards Ave. Santa Fe, NM 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1711

3/20/2008 - 3/20/2008

Planetarium- Our Solar System [more info]

Learn about our natural satelite, the Sun and the planets. * The Moon and the Sun, eclipses and occultations * The Planets and others objects (asteroids and comets) * Astrophotos 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

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April

4/1/2008 - 4/1/2008

Planetarium-Echoes of the Night [more info]

This program features a selection of Native American stories. 8:00 p.m , Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)248-1744

4/9/2008 - 4/9/2008

Planetarium-Backyard Astronomy [more info]

Enjoy a live presentation in the planetarium followed by an outdoor viewing of the night sky, if weather permits. 8:00 p.m. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

4/10/2008 - 4/10/2008

Planetarium-The Deep Sky [more info]

Put observation in a framework of personal adventure. * Nebulae, double stars and variable stars * Astrophotos, 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

4/17/2008 - 4/17/2008

Planetarium-The Deep Sky [more info]

Put observation in a framework of personal adventure. * Nebulae, double stars and variable stars * Astrophotos , 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

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May

5/3/2008 - 5/3/2008

Candelight Tours [more info]

To enhance your daytime experience at the ranch, you will have a unique opportunity to come back on Saturday evening to participate in a candlelight tour that will take you back to the days of the Civil War in the New Mexico! You will view several "vignettes," depicting everyday life of soldiers and civilians in 1862. Tours will be given by New Mexico Civil War Congress and the Friends of Fort Selden. After the tour, you will have an opportunity to chat with re-enactors by the campfire, while enjoying hot chocolate and cookies! Candlelight tours will be given every 20 minutes, starting at 8 pm, on May 3rd.

Contact: El Rancho de las Golondrinas, (505)471-2261

5/3/2008 - 5/4/2008

Battlefield New Mexico: Civil War and More [more info]

El Rancho de las Golondrinas 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Military drills, skirmishes and cannon fire will highlight two action-filled days, including reenactments of the battles of Glorieta Pass and Apache Canyon fought near Santa Fe during the War Between the States. Visit Confederate and Union camps, talk to Spanish soldados, learn about the history of Buffalo Soldiers in New Mexico and more.

Contact: El Rancho de las Golondrinas, (505)417-2261

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June

6/3/2008 - 6/3/2008

Planetarium- Echoes of the Night [more info]

This program features a selection of native american stories. ,6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe . 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

6/5/2008 - 6/5/2008

Planetarium-A Month with the Moon [more info]

With the smallest telescope we can climb its mountains. The Moon viewing follows the planetarium presentation on the College grounds; if weather permits.8:00 p.m. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

6/7/2008 - 6/8/2008

Spring Festival and Animal Fair [more info]

El Rancho de las Golondrinas 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Learn about New Mexico’s history the fun way! Costumed villagers will tell you – and show you - about life on a Spanish colonial ranch. Sheep sheering, blacksmithing and candle making are just some of the activities your family will enjoy. You may also participate in an outdoor Mass and procession for San Isidro, patron saint of farmers. Enjoy music and dancing on our entertainment platform and buy arts and crafts directly from the artisans.

Contact: El Rancho de las Golondrinas, (505)471-2261

6/12/2008 - 6/12/2008

Planetarium-A Month with the Moon [more info]

With the smallest telescope we can climb its mountains. The moon viewing follows the planetarium presentation on the College grounds; if weather permits. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

6/13/2008 - 6/13/2008

Feast Day

St. Anthony's Day

Contact: Santa Clara Pueblo, (505)753-7326 or (505)753-7330

6/18/2008 - 6/21/2008

59th Annual Rodeo de Santa Fe [more info]

Santa Fe Rodeo Grounds 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. and a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Saturday A family oriented high-quality PRCA Rodeo. 3237 Rodeo Road between Richards Avenue and Paseo de los Pueblos Santa Fe

Contact: Santa Fe Rodeo Grounds, (505)471-4300

6/19/2008 - 6/19/2008

Planetarium-A Month with the Moon [more info]

With the smallest telescope we can climb its mountains. The Moon viewing follows the planetarium r=presenttion on the College ground; if weather permits. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)248-1744

6/27/2008 - 6/27/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

6/28/2008 - 6/28/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

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July

7/1/2008 - 7/1/2008

Planetarium- Echoes of the Night [more info]

This program features a selection of Native American stories. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

7/2/2008 - 7/2/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/4/2008 - 7/4/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera, seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/5/2008 - 7/5/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera, seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/5/2008 - 7/6/2008

Santa Fe Wine Festival [more info]

El Rancho de las Golondrinas 12 noon - 6 p.m. Did you know that New Mexico was the first wine-making state? Discover the delicious blends of today’s vintners at the Santa Fe Wine Festival. More than a dozen New Mexico wineries will be present, so you can taste all that you want, and then buy your favorites directly from the makers. All this in a festive atmosphere with live music, food and traditional agricultural products and handmade arts and crafts for sale. Museum exhibits will also be open. Co-sponsored by the New Mexico Wine Growers' Association

Contact: El Rancho de las Golondrinas , (505)471-2261

7/9/2008 - 7/9/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/10/2008 - 7/10/2008

Planetarium-Dark Matter [more info]

There are many reasons to believe that the universe is full of "dark matter", matter that influences the evolution of the universe gravitationally, but is not seen directly in our present observations.6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

7/11/2008 - 7/11/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/12/2008 - 7/12/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/16/2008 - 7/16/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/17/2008 - 7/17/2008

Planetarium-The Sun:Our Closest Star [more info]

The Greeks called it Helios and the Romans called it Sol. Solar Flares, Sunspots, Coronal Mass Ejections, and Auroras. Learn about our closest star. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1711

7/18/2008 - 7/18/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/19/2008 - 7/19/2008

Radamisto [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/23/2008 - 7/23/2008

Radamisto [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/25/2008 - 7/25/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/26/2008 - 7/26/2008

Adriana Mater [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 9:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/26/2008 - 7/27/2008

57th Annual Traditional Spanish Market [more info]

Historic Santa Fe Plaza 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The rich Hispanic culture of Northern New Mexico will be celebrated at the oldest and largest exhibition and sale of regional Spanish colonial artforms in the United States. The 2005 Market will feature 200 traditional Hispanic artists, continuous live music and dance performances, demonstrations and regional foods. It is a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy a taste of New Mexico's vibrant Spanish culture, both past and present. Admission is free to the public.

Contact: Museum of Spanish Colonial Art, (505)986-2226

7/28/2008 - 7/28/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/29/2008 - 7/29/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/30/2008 - 7/30/2008

Adriana Mater [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

7/31/2008 - 7/31/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

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August

8/1/2008 - 8/3/2008

Summer Festival, Frontier Days [more info]

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. El Ranhco de las Golondrinas Meet the colorful characters who put the “wild” in “wild west!” Mountain men and women will demonstrate their skills and spin tales of the past at encampments throughout the ranch. Flint knapping, panning for gold, hide tanning and bow making are just some of the activities your family will be able to observe and participate in. Enjoy music and dancing on our entertainment platform and buy arts and crafts directly from the artisans. Limited activities on Friday.

Contact: El Rancho de las Golodrinas, (505)471-2261

8/2/2008 - 8/2/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/4/2008 - 8/4/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/5/2008 - 8/5/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/5/2008 - 8/5/2008

Planetarium- Echoes of the Night [more info]

This program features a selection of Native American stories. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

8/6/2008 - 8/6/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/7/2008 - 8/7/2008

Radamisto [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/7/2008 - 8/7/2008

PlanetariumThe Hubble Space Telescope [more info]

Hubble's spectacular bisual images make a stunnin backdrop throughout the presentation, bringing an immediacy and vitality as the narrative reveals the new insights Hubble has inspired in all fields of astronomy from exoplanets to black holes. from 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

8/8/2008 - 8/8/2008

Adriana Mater [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/9/2008 - 8/9/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/10/2008 - 8/10/2008

Apprentice Scenes [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/11/2008 - 8/11/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/12/2008 - 8/12/2008

Adriana Mater [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/12/2008 - 8/12/2008

Feast Day

St. Claire's Day

Contact: Santa Clara Pueblo, (505)753-7326

8/13/2008 - 8/13/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/14/2008 - 8/14/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/14/2008 - 8/14/2008

Planetarium-The Hubble Space Telescope [more info]

Hubble's specatcular visual images make a stunning bakcdrop throughout the presentation, bringing an immediacy and vitality as the narrative reveals the new insights Hubble has inspired in all fieldsof astronomy from exoplanets to black holes.6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

8/15/2008 - 8/15/2008

Radamisto [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/16/2008 - 8/16/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/16/2008 - 8/17/2008

87th Annual Indian Market [more info]

Historic Santa Fe Plaza /Indian Market includes 1,200 artists from about 100 tribes who show their work in over 600 booths. Buyers, collectors and gallery owners come to Indian Market to take advantage of the opportunity to buy directly from the artists. For many visitors, this is a rare opportunity to meet the artists and learn about contemporary Indian arts and cultures. Admission is free to the public.

Contact: Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, Inc. (SWAIA), (505)983-5220

8/17/2008 - 8/17/2008

Apprentice Scenes [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:30 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/18/2008 - 8/18/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/19/2008 - 8/19/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/20/2008 - 8/20/2008

Radamisto [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-5654

8/21/2008 - 8/21/2008

Billy Budd [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/22/2008 - 8/22/2008

The Marriage of Figaro [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North.8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/23/2008 - 8/23/2008

Falstaff [more info]

Santa Fe Opera seven miles north of Santa Fe off US 84/285 North. 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Opera, (800)280-4654

8/29/2008 - 8/31/2008

9th Annual Thirsty Ear Festival [more info]

New Mexico's premier roots music festival features three stages of folk, blues, Cajun, zydeco, roots rock, bluegrass & alt-country artists. Plus camping, kids' activities, arts & crafts, educational demonstrations, solar & sustainable energy exhibits. Local food, microbrews & wine. Eaves Movie Ranch near Santa Fe.

Contact: Thirsty Ear Festival, (505)473-5723

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October

10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008

St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day

Nambé Pueblo/This annual event honors San Francisco de Assisi, who is also the patron saint of Santa Fe and provide visitors a special and awe-inspiring look into Native culture. Buffalo and Deer Dances will be held. (Those interested in attending should contact the Governor's office at 505-455-2036.) NM-503 off US 84/285 North, 18 miles north of Santa Fe

Contact: Nambé Pueblo, (505)455-2036

10/4/2008 - 10/5/2008

Harvest Festival [more info]

Our most popular event! Bring in the harvest with the villagers of El Rancho de las Golondrinas;crushing grapes for wine by foot, watching burros grind sorghum to make molasses, stringing colorful chile ristras, and much, much more. Enjoy bizcochitos fresh from the horno and tortillas hot off the comal. You may also participate in an outdoor Mass and procession for San Isidro, led by the Archbishop of Santa Fe Enjoy music and dancing on our entertainment platform and buy arts and crafts directly from the artisans. You will never look at history the same way again! 10 am to 4 pm

Contact: El Rancho de las Golondrinas , (505)471-2261

10/9/2008 - 10/9/2008

Planetarium-Comet Hunters [more info]

Spend the night on Kitt Peak with the Space watch project stalking the flying mountains that could destroy us..or save us . 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

10/16/2008 - 10/16/2008

PlanetariumSearching for Superstars [more info]

Private and professional astronomers bag the biggest blasts the Universe has to offer.Novas, Supernovas, Black Holes and Colliding Stars. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

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November

11/12/2008 - 11/12/2008

San Diego Feast Day

Tesuque Pueblo/Various dances will be held on the Pueblo immediately following the Morning Mass, which begins at 8 a.m US 84/285, 9 miles north of Santa Fe

Contact: Tesuque Pueblo , (505)983-2667

11/23/2008 - 11/23/2008

Planetatrium-Moonwitch [more info]

Diana who fears sheis being followed by the full moon, learns about the moon's phases, its dark side, earthshine and the different faces that other cultures see in the moon.6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe. 7:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

11/27/2008 - 11/27/2008

Ski Santa Fe [more info]

Scheduled Opening

Contact: Ski Santa Fe, (505)982-4429

11/29/2008 - 11/30/2008

Annual Year End Museum Shop Sale [more info]

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas /10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Peruse the living history museum's shop for great holiday gifts!

Contact: El Rancho de Las Golondrinas , (505)471-2261

11/29/2008 - 11/30/2008

La Cienega Studio Tour [more info]

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The 32nd Annual La Cienega Studio Tour makes this event the oldest studio tour in New Mexico. Visit with over 30 artists in their studios working in pottery, glass, fiber, painting, photography, jewelry and more. Demonstrations, refreshments and fun. Maps and information are available at El Rancho de Las Golondrinas.

Contact: El Rancho de Las Golondrinas , (505)471-2261

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December

12/4/2008 - 12/7/2008

8th Annual Santa Fe Film Festival [more info]

Seven festivals in one - presenting important world cinema in a non-commercial context that represents aesthetic, critical and entertainment standards, premiers local New Mexican films, new American and foreign films including revivals, retrospectives, independent productions and mini-festivals.

Contact: Santa Fe Film Festival, (505)988-5225

12/11/2008 - 12/11/2008

Planetatrium-December Special: 'Tis the Season [more info]

Come and hear various theories of the Christmas Star, ranging from meteors and comets to exploding stars and conjunctions of the planets. 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe 8:00 p.m.

Contact: Santa Fe Community College, (505)428-1744

12/12/2008 - 12/12/2008

Guadalupe Feast Day Celebration [more info]

Pojoaque Pueblo/Vespers and a procession at approximately 6 p.m. on the 10th. Mass at 10 a.m. to be followed by various dances on the 11th. US 285 N/US 84 North in Pojoaque, approximately 15 miles north of Santa Fe

Contact: Pojoaque Pueblo, (505)455-2278

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