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ARTS & CRAFTS Mother’s Day Craft Fair.

with over 20 vendors, a food truck, live band, a carnival for the kids and much more. 10 a.m. Saturday at Temple Lodge 6, 3801 Osuna NE, templelodge6.com. Free.

CONCERTS Albuquerque Chamber Soloists: Dvorak and Schubert with Guillermo Figueroa,

featuring two Romantic blockbusters: Dvorak’s String Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 97, and Schubert’s monumental Octet for Winds and Strings in F Major. 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School NE, 242-5942. $5-$15.

Albuquerque Concert Band Ensemble Concert,

each ensemble chooses its music, so you may hear anything from Bach to the Beatles. 3 p.m. Sunday at Eldorado High School Performing Arts Center, 11300 Montgomery NE, 296-4871. Free.

Bailen, Bailen Pajaritos,

join the UNM Music Prep School for the world premiere of 11 arrangements of New Mexico folk songs by composers Raven Chacon, Peter Gilbert, Judith Herrington, Annie Merrill and Hilda Paredes, featuring the UNM Music Prep School’s Children’s Chorus, and special guests Lone Piñon and Dolores Gonzales Elementary School Bailen Folklorico. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth SW, nhccnm. org. Free.

“Good News! A Celebration of American Gospel,”

The Albuquerque Civic Chorus presents “Good News! A Celebration of American Gospel,” featuring the gospel Mass by Robert Ray and a selection of gospel songs and spirituals. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul NE, stlukeabq.org. $15.

John Raymond & Real Feels,

is a unique band that includes Gilad Hekselman, guitar; and Colin Stranahan, drums. With a unique flugelhorn/guitar/drums instrumentation, the group combines indierock and folk-influenced original music. 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Outpost Performance Space, 210 Yale SE, 232-9868. $20-$25.

NM Symphonic Chorus Presents “Mystical Vaughan Williams” Concert,

meaningful and beautiful music from Ralph Vaughan Williams will be performed by the New Mexico Symphonic Chorus with the NMPhil and soloists soprano, Natalie Barrens, and baritone, Stephen Lewis. Maestro Roger Melone will conduct this concert. 3 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, nmschorus. org, fumconline.org. $15-$45.

Quintessence: Roots & Wings,

will perform foottapping music with a distinctly American flavor, including Carol Barnett’s ‘The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass’. With special guests Stephanie Bettman and Luke Halpin. 7 p.m. Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, 6728863. $10-$20.

What Halley Heard,

Música Antigua de Albuquerque will perform a concert of music heard by Halley’s Comet on the occasion of its periodic appearances in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The program will highlight works from 1066 to 1682. 4:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, 601 Montano, 573-6513. $10-$20.

Songs of Strength and Inspiration,

in times of difficulty, women’s voices can bear witness to the courage needed to face lifes challenges and push forward to conquer them. This concert features incredibly moving music including one of our favorite commissioned works, Dean Roush’s Stabat Mater, with cellist Dana Winograd. 3 p.m. Sunday at First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant, fpcsantafe. org. $25.

Nina Tolentino with Trio Romance,

featuring Nina Tolentino, la Dama Romantica de Mexico, the internationally known female vocalist will perform with Trio Romance. Reservations recommended. 7 p.m. Saturday at Warehouse 1-10, 110 North Main St., warehouse110. com. Suggested donation $8.

DANCE “Food for Thought … Feast in Dance,”

this banquet of original contemporary ballets will include new works by Celia Dale, Katherine Giese, Beth Griffin and Alex Ossadnik. The menu features six courses of unique choreographic reflections. This year’s title and theme for Ballet Repertory Theatre’s annual contemporary concert. The evening’s main course is the premiere of Ossadnik’s one-act ballet “Like Water for Chocolate;” loosely based on the novel of the same name by Laura Esquivel. 7 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at the KiMo Theatre, 423 W. Central, kimotickets. com, 768-3522. $17-$30.

Performing Arts Showcase,

SFCC dance and music students will present their work at this years Performance Arts Showcase. For more information contact the School of Arts, Design, and Media Arts, 4281731. 7 p.m. Sunday at El Museo Cultural, 555 Camino de La Familia, elmuseocultural.org. Free.

THEATER “Black Coffee”

by Agatha Christie, one of Christie’s most gripping country house murders, a superbly crafted whodunit with endless red herrings, subplots of infamous spies and an astonishingly prophetic storyline about weapons created through bombarding the atom. 7:30 tonight and Saturday at Adobe Theater 9813 Fourth NW, adobetheater.org, 898-9222. $15-$20.

The Fifty Shades Male Revue,

The Complex Presents The Fifty Shades Male Revue. 7 tonight at The Historic El Rey Theater, 620-624 Central SW, 242-2353. $19.50.

“From Hair To Eternity,”

based on a Brothers Grimm fairy tale, From Hair to Eternity will have you hankering for radishes, looking for you barber, and laughing the entire time. 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday at North 4th Theatre, 4904 Fourth NW, vsartsnm. org. $6-$8.

International Voices Project Festival 2018,

celebrates the voices of international playwrights with eight premiere concert-style readings. A professional cast performs each play to allow audience members imaginations create the world of the play. After each reading, there is a post-performance discussion with the cast and audience, followed by a reception. 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday at Instituto Cervantes, 1701 Fourth SW, albuquerque.cervantes. es. Free.

“Measure for Measure,”

Shakespeare’s most subversive comedy presented in Duke City Noir mode — a clash of personal freedom and political power. 7:30 tonight and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at Aux Dog Theatre Nob Hill, 3011 Monte Vista NE, auxdogtheatre.org, 596-0607. $5-$20.

“Mynx and Savage,”

winner of AACT NewPlayFest Award, tells the story of Adam, a comic book writer, torn between the superheroes that make him money and a dark, true story that he is afraid to tell. Adam’s publisher sends Ket to assist Adam in making him hit his deadlines and in end, Ket makes Adam realize that his stories — no matter what form they take — will always betray his truth. 7:30 tonight and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at The Vortex Theatre, 2900 Carlisle NE, vortexabq.org. $15-$22.

“Steel Magnolias,”

Truvy Jones runs a successful beauty salon in Chinquapin, La., where all the ladies in the neighborhood have a standing Saturday appointment. 7:30 tonight and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Albuquerque Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale SW, albuquerquelittletheatre. org, 242-4750. $14-$23.

AUDITIONS “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the NightTime,”

looking for actors of all shapes and sizes that move well and can play a variety of characters. For info email Leslee Richards at lesleerich@gmail.com. For an audition appointment and character breakdowns see the Vortex website. 9 a.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday at The Vortex Theatre, 2900 Carlisle NE, vortexabq.org.

Enchanted Mesa Show Chorus,

a women’s a cappella chorus, is seeking singers for its four-part harmony singing. All voice parts are welcome. 7 p.m. Mondays at Netherwood Park Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School NE, enchantedmesa.org, 323-7960.

Enchanters Chorus Invites New Singers,

seeking men and women singers who can carry a harmony part to join a friendly but serious group to sing old favorites, light classics, show tunes, and contemporary music and perform in the Albuquerque area. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Manzano del Sol Good Samaritan Village, 5201 Roma NE, 350-2436. Free

The Liars’ Game,

is looking for storytellers for its once-a-month interactive game show. If you can tell a true or false 3-minute story about something that happened to you. No experience necessary, just a natural way with a story. Call 227-7378 or info@ theliarsgame.com to set up an audition.

The Manoa Project Teen Acting Intensive,

chosen ensemble members will dedicate themselves to their acting practice throughout the month of June. To audition, please register by emailing katy@tricklock. com. Noon Saturday at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth SW, nhccnm.org. Free

The New MexiChords Barbershop Chorus,

a men’s a cappella chorus is seeking singers for its fourpart harmony singing. All voice parts are welcome. 7 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Johns United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, newmexichords.com, 242-4451.

help us restore Bosque habitat, Yerba Mansa, and other native plants. Please RSVP to info@YerbaMansaProject. org with the number in your group so we know how many volunteers to expect. 9 a.m. Saturday at South and West of Tingley Beach in the Bosque. Free.

Bosque Wild: Guided Nature Walk,

this is a moderately strenuous guided hike through one of the largest riverside cottonwood forests in the world and along the banks of the Rio Grande. Participants are encouraged to leave their pets at home. Space is limited, call 8978831 to sign up. 9 a.m. Sunday at the Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW. Free.

Downtown Walking Tour,

The Albuquerque Historical Society offers a downtown tour that explores our very diverse settlers and their contributions to our history. Two hour tour, wear comfortable shoes, no pets please. The tour meets at First and Central, by the Century Theater. 10 a.m. every Saturday, albuqhistsoc.org, 289-0586. Free.

Explora’s Monday Morning Toddler Time,

Explora opens an hour earlier every Monday for you and your toddler, ages 4 and under, to explore early childhood exhibit areas, enjoy story time, and join in a music jam. 9 a.m. Mondays at Explora Science Center, 1701 Mountain NW, explora.us, 224-8300. $4-$8.

Ghost Tour of Old Town,

legends, folklore, ghost stories and history come to life as you depart on an intriguing excursion through 306 years of haunted history around Old Town. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Reservations must be made and tickets purchased prior to 6 p.m. the day you wish to attend, toursofoldtown.com, 2468687. Ghost Tours are held at 8 p.m. daily beginning at History & Ghost Tours of Old Town, 303 Romero NW, Plaza Don Luis N120. $10-$20.

¡Hora de Cuentos! Bilingual Preschool Storytime,

bring your children ages 1 through preschool to the National Hispanic Cultural Centers beautiful and historic library for bilingual story reading. Parents or caregivers must remain with their child. 10 a.m. Thursdays at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, History and Literary Arts Bldg., 1701 Fourth SW, nhccnm.org. Free.. Lockheed Martin DynaTheater,

“National Parks Adventure 3-D,” 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m.; “Humpback Whales 3-D,” 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; “Galapagos: Nature’s Wonderland,” 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily. Ticket sales close 10 minutes before show; no late seating. Accessible to all visitors. Lockheed Martin DynaTheater in the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain NW. 841-2800 or nmnaturalhistory.org.

Planetarium at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science,

“Earth’s Wild Ride,” 11 a.m.; “From Earth to the Universe,” noon; “Enchanted Skies,” 2 p.m.; “The Little Star that Could,” 3 p.m.; “To Space & Back,” 4 p.m. daily. Ticket sales close 10 minutes before show; no late seating. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain NW, nmnaturalhistory.org, 8412800. $4-$7.

Stories in the Sky/ Music in the Sky,

free early childhood classes at the Balloon Museum. Four sessions every Wednesday with different themes and activities. Crafts included with interactive lessons. Stories in the Sky: 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Music in the Sky: 12:15 and 1:30 p.m. Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, balloonmuseum.com. Free.

Nature’s Playtimes,

join local families for fun in nature. 10 a.m. Mondays at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road, losalamosnature.org, 6620460. Free. Art Walking Tours, explore the art of Santa Fe in the open air. Guided by the museums docents, the tours highlight the rich art and architectural history of downtown Santa Fe. The tour departs at 10 a.m. Mondays, through Nov. 27 at the New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W. Palace Ave., nmartmuseum.org, 505476-5072. $10. Garden Sprouts Pre-K Activities,

a hands-on program for 3-5-yearolds and their caregivers. Listen to a book and participate in interactive nature and garden related activities. 10 a.m. today, weather permitting, at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden on Museum Hill, 715 Camino Lejo, santafebotanicalgarden. org. $5. LEAP into Science Workshop: Magnet Magic,

magnets have forces that allow things to pull together, or push apart. For ages six and up. 3:30 p.m. today at the East Mountain Library, 1 Old Tijeras, 281-8508. Free. Public Tours,

The Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project is now offering Public Tours. 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays at Wells Petroglyph Preserve Mesa Prieta North of Espanola, mesaprietapetroglyphs.org. $35. COMMUNITY Albuquerque Rail Yards Market,

Albuquerque Rail Yards Market occurs Sundays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., May through October, celebrating New Mexico’s finest food, farm, artisan, and healing vendors, with live music, educational demos, and family fun in the historic Barelas neighborhood. Rail Yards Market, 777 First SW, railyardsmarket.org. Free. Downtown Growers’ Market,

runs every Saturday morning from April 14th-Nov. 3rd at historic Robinson Park. 8 a.m.-Noon, Saturday at Robinson Park, 810 Copper NW, downtowngrowers. org , 252-2959 or market@ abqmainstreet.org . Free. 13th Annual Running of the Tractors & Car Show,

featuring as many as 80 Vintage Tractors and more than 200 Classic Cars, Trucks and Military Vehicles. Hayrides every half hour starting at 9:30 a.m.. Arrive hungry, there will be food trucks. United Blood Services on site. Look for the Bloodmobile. 9 a.m. Saturday at the Corrales Recreation Center, 500 Jones, corrales-nm.org. Free. Kite Festival, SINGLES ABQ Classy Singles: A Seniors Group (60+ male and female),

tired of eating alone? Join us for dinner twice a month, first and third Tuesdays at 5 p.m. at El Patron Restaurant, 10551 Montgomery NE. Betty at 293-1997. The Solo Club,

a private singles club, is looking for new members. The club has been in existence for 51 years in the Albuquerque area, 884-0220.