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Crownpoint Auction - a unique event open to all

I'm on the two lane road from Thoreau to the little town of Crownpoint to once again visit the now famous Navajo rug auction put on monthly by the Crownpoint Weavers Association, writes Robert Painter. Read more of his article at Crownpoint Auction

New Mexico History Museum

It’s a story filled with the stuff of legends. Of the early native people who populated the area, the Spanish explorers searching for gold, of missionaries so compelled to convert the native population that in the process they lost sight of the humanity of the people they sought to convert. Read more at New Mexico History Museum


Photo courtesy of Edward CardonaAlbuquerque trolley tour: one of Albuquerque’s best attractions

If you haven't heard, it's probably because ABQ Trolley Co. just opened. They call it the best first thing to do and they're right. Read about the tour at Albuquerque Trolley Tour

New ABQ Trolley Tour Announced

Geared toward local Albuquerqueans, this is going to be a fun, interactive tour with ABQ trivia and some really cool prizes! The tour will be offered on the fourth Friday of every month during season.
ABQ Trolley Co. introduces Fourth Friday $10 Sunset Tour for ABQ Locals Friday, June 26th, 2009 7:30pm - 9:00pm (approx.) Best of ABQ city tour departs from Historic Old Town - Plaza Don Luis (303 Romero St. NW) All tickets just $10 (over 50% savings off normal price)
Please direct any questions to info@ABQTROLLEY.com or 505-240-8000.

Albuquerque Rocks in the Summer - 2009

It may not be the capital of the state, but it is the capital of Summer Fun. So, make your plans and enjoy!
Read about Sizzlin' Summer in Albuquerque

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July 4th activities around the southwest - a nice roundup at GoSW - July 4th


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Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary Offers Unique Adventure The Sanctuary – a New Mexico non-profit organization - provides habitat and shelter for more than 60 abused and abandoned wolves and wolf-dogs. Come for a tour. Read more at Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary

Santa Clara Pueblo Reopens Puye Cliffs National Historic Landmark is now open Read more at Puye Cliffs Opens

Hummingbird Festival Attracts Birds-of-a-Feather to Lake Roberts July 25th through 26th Even experienced birders toting binoculars and spotting scopes with checklists a mile long find fauna-filled New Mexico exciting, offering some of the finest bird-watching spots in the world, featuring hundreds of resident and migrating species. Read more at Hummingbird Festival

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