CALENDAR

ART EXHIBITIONS/ MUSEUM

MIKKI ROTH ART: Celebrate December by enjoying Mikki Roth’s multi-media art. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho. 891-5013 ext. 3033. NATIVE AMERICAN EASEL

ART: “The Development of Native American Easel Art in New Mexico: The Dorothy Dunn Collection.” In the early 20th century, a group of Native Americans began producing a new genre of paintings. Depicting traditional cultural practices and life experiences, the paintings became known as “easel paintings.” Dorothy Dunn, an art teacher at the Santa Fe Indian School beginning in 1932, encouraged art as a realistic and rewarding vocational choice for students and many Native American artists adopted the distinctive “Dunn Style.” Through February 2016 at the Coronado Historic Site located on U.S. 550 in Bernalillo. The site is open Wednesdays through Mondays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults; children are always free. Free to New Mexico seniors on Wednesdays and all New Mexico residents on Sundays. 867-5351, kuaua.com or nmhistoricsites.org.

RALPH WILLIAMS: The Placitas Community Library will feature the photographs Placitas resident Ralph Williams has taken while exploring the environment of western North America will be on display Jan. 3 through Jan. 28. These include nearly all of the western National Parks, Monuments and designated Wilderness Areas. An artists reception will take place Jan. 8 from 5-7 p.m. The public is invited and there is no admission fee for the exhibit or reception. Placitas Community Library, 453 N.M. 165, Placitas (5 miles east of I-25, exit 242). 867-3355 or placitaslibrary.com.

ROBERT PIVONKA: “A Window in Time” photography exhibit features Pivonka’s classic New Mexico images, including his macrocosmic flower photographs exploding with form and color. Jan. 1 through Feb. 27. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho. 891-5013 ext. 3033.

REGISTER NOW

AARP SAFE DRIVER CLASS: The January AARP Safe Driver class (Jan. 5) is now open for registration. Class is limited to 18 participants. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members (payable by check only, cash or credit cards not accepted.) Class is held at West Mesa Professional Building, 4801 McMahon NW, Suite 145, Albuquerque. Registration: Vic, 892-0754. BOOK ANGEL CRAFT: Create an angel from an old book. The class is free and materials are provided. Jan. 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho. Registration: Library information desk, 8915013 ext. 3033 or riorancholibraries.org.

IPAD BASICS: Bring your iPad and learn the basics of how to use it. Jan. 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho. Registration: Library information desk, 891-5013 ext. 3033 or riorancholibraries.org. FICTION WRITING WORKSHOP: Author Robin Perini will show how to wield the power of turning points, not just as a plotting tool to create an anchor for your book, but also to intertwine character, conflict, and plot and story arcs, and not have a sagging middle. Ages 16 and up. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Jan. 16, 1-3 p.m., Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, Rio Rancho. Registration: Library information desk, 8915012 ext. 3128 or riorancholibraries.org. CREATE WITH LEDA THE DIY CRAFTS COACH: Beading: Anyone 16 and up can learn how to securely string beads on a wire for use in jewelry and decoration. Leda will discuss and show examples of beaded objects for information and demonstration. Students will plan and execute a beaded project that will be finished and ready to take home. Jan. 9, 10-11:30 a.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, Rio Rancho. Registration: Library information desk, 891-5012 ext. 3128 or riorancholibraries.org. PAINT AND PLAY: Beginning

Acrylics: Annette Kingman of the Rio Rancho Art Association offers this art program for ages 13 and up. During this session, participants will paint a small canvas. All materials will be provided. Jan. 23, 10 a.m.noon. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, Rio Rancho. Registration: Library information desk, 891-5012 ext. 3128 or riorancholibraries.org.

TECHNOLOGY TOOLBOX: Looking for help downloading free library eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, music or videos to your device? Perhaps you want to try a new device, like an iPad, Kindle, Nook or Android tablet. Learn about our devices or bring yours. Jan. 4, 1 or 1:30 p.m., Jan. 20, 6 or 6:30 p.m. and Jan. 25, 10:30 or 11 a.m. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho. Registration: Library information desk, 8915013 ext. 3033 or riorancholibraries.org.

CLASSES/ WORKSHOPS

MASTER GARDENER TRAINING: The Sandoval County Master Gardeners are taking applications for the 2016 Master Gardener Training course. The program is designed to train volunteers to educate and inform members of their communities about appropriate, sustainable and environmentally friendly gardening techniques. The 16-week course will begin in January and end in April. Classes will be held every Tuesday from 1 - 5 p.m. at the DeLavy House in Bernalillo. Information and application: sandovalmastergardeners.org.

TODAY

ACTIVITIES

ADULT QUIET COLORING: We will open the program room for coloring, and listening to peaceful music of waterfalls and nature. Turn off the technology, loud voices and noise for this session, and take art home with you. 10 a.m.noon, Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, Rio Rancho. 891-5012 ext. 3128.

ALL-AGES BOARD GAMES: It is all fun and games with games for all ages, as well as coloring pages and cards! 12:30-2 p.m. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree Road SE, Rio Rancho. 8915012 ext. 3128.

ALL-AGES BINGO: Gambling in the Library! Winners receive a voucher for a free book from the Friends of the Library Friendshop. 2:30-3:30 p.m., Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, Rio Rancho. 8915012 ext. 3128.

MEETINGS

LIFERING: Free, abstinencebased alternative to the 12-step approach. 5 p.m. Saturdays, Rust Medical Center, Room 0401, 2400 Unser SE, Rio Rancho. Mary, 448-2157.

TODAY-SUNDAY

ACTIVITIES

BIRD WALK: 8:30 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Rio Grande Nature Center, 2901 Candelaria NW, Albuquerque. Free; parking $3; $15 bus. 344-7240.

SUNDAY

No events listed

MONDAY

MEETINGS

AUSTIN PROJECT BOOK

CLUB: We will have cake and tea in honor of Jane Austen’s Dec. 16 birthday and discuss “The Letters of Jane Austen.”

7 p.m., Bookworks, 4022 Rio Grande NW. 344-8139 or events@bkwrks.com. RIO RANCHO TOASTMASTERS: 7 p.m., Mondays. Dale Burch, 404-0551 or dalesburch@gmail.com. SIERRA VISTA CIVITAN

CLUB: Meets for one hour, beginning at noon, second and fourth Mondays, Lovelace Westside Hospital, 10501 Golf Course Road at McMahon in the Mesa Grande Conference Room. Eloise Gift, 363-5156.

TUESDAY

ACTIVITIES

RIO RAMBLERS SQUARE

DANCE CLUB: Multilevel club for singles and couples. 7 p.m. Tuesdays, VFW Hall, 76 Unser SE, Rio Rancho. Jim or Lynne

Martel, 892-5086.

CLASSES/ WORKSHOPS

MODERN BUDDHISM MEDITATION: Learn and train in positive habits of mind that make life happy and meaningful. Everyone welcome. 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 1101 Golf Course SE, Suite 101, Rio Rancho. $10 per class. Kadampa Meditation Center, 292-5293 or meditationinnewmexico.org.

MEETINGS

NEESHA ARTER: “Controlled: The Worst Night Of My Life And Its Aftermath.” In her debut memoir, Arter shares the year of her life that followed a harrowing crime. Ten years later, she is able to look back with healing insight about the importance of speaking uncomfortable truths. 7 p.m., Bookworks, 4022 Rio Grande NW. 344-8139 or events@ bkwrks.com. RIO RANCHO ROTARY CLUB: Noon Tuesdays, Club Rio Rancho, 500 Country Club SE, Rio Rancho. Neil Wetsch, 245-2811. TAYLOR RANCH TOASTMASTERS: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Don Newton Taylor Ranch Community Center, 4900 Kachina NW, Albuquerque. Larry Buelow, 205-5228.

WEDNESDAY

KIDS

DOCTOR WHO FANDOM

PARTY FOR TEENS: With food, crafts, activities and more, enjoy a night out where the impossible can happen. For teens in grades 7-12. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho. 891-5013 ext. 3033. READ TO THE DOGS: Children practice reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener — a trained therapy dog. 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Los Griegos Library, 1000 Griegos NW, Albuquerque. 761-4020.

THURSDAY

KIDS

STORY TIME: Our Favorites. Joins us for our weekly free story time where we’ll read some old time favorites and some that are brand new. 10:30 a.m., Bookworks, 4022 Rio Grande NW. Information: 3448139 or kids@bkwrks.com.

MEETINGS

WESTSIDE TIPS CLUB: Business networking and referral group, 7 a.m. Thursdays, Flying Star Cafe Hospitality Room, 10700 Corrales Road, Corrales. Information: Kathleen Martinez, 235-8878, kmframemasters1@aol.com or www.westsidetipsgroup.com.