AUDITIONS

Casting Call,

albuquerque Albuquerque Boys Choir seeking new members; all boys ages 6 to 16 are welcome to audition. Call Mark Schultz at 604-6497 or email ABQboychoir.org.

singers wanted for four-part women’s a cappella chorus, our new a cappella group for women, Rio A Cappella Chorus, is about helping women find their voice. We’re learning all new music. For your first time, come early to check in and get set up. 6:30 p.m. Thursday at All Saints Lutheran Church, 4800 All Saints NW, 898-3932. Free.

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 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.

Rehearsals Begin for Spring Concerts,

open rehearsals for new members of the Albuquerque Civic Chorus. No auditions necessary. If you love to sing, come try us out. 7 p.m. Tuesday at First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery NE, abqchorus.org. Free.

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Downtown Walking Tour,

The Albuquerque Historical Society, founded in 1947, offers Downtown Tours from the first Saturday in February through the last Saturday in November. During these months, you will meet your guide at First and Central at 10am every Saturday. We also encourage special requests for tours all year round! This interesting tour that covers the arrival of the ATSF Railroad and the diverse settlers who came with it, can be arranged by calling 289-0586. Wear comfortable shoes, allow 2 hours and bring water. No pets please. Albuqhistsoc.org. Free.

DynaTheater at the NM Museum of Natural History and Science,

“Museum Alive 3-D” 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m.; “Volcanoes: The Fires of Creation 3-D,” 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.; Ticket sales close 10 minutes before show; no late seating. Accessible to all visitors. DynaTheater is located in the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain NW. 8412800 or nmnaturalhistory.org. $5-$7.

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, N-120. $10-$20.

Old Town Walking

Tours, take a walk with us and explore historic Old Town. Docent-guided Old Town tours leave from the Albuquerque Museum lobby at 11 a.m. Open to the public. No reservations necessary. A self-guided walking tour brochure of Old Town is available by request at the Museum’s admission desk. Today, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday at the Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 2437255. $3-$6.

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

“The Little Star that Could,” 11 a.m.; “Incoming!,” 12 p.m.; “Earth, Moon & Sun,” 3 p.m.; “Black Holes,” 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, 841-2800. $4-$7.

Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest,

a festival dedicated to chocolate, coffee, and gourmet foods. Live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, and a dedicated Kids Zone with free activities. 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at Expo New Mexico - Manuel Lujan Exhibit Complex, 300 San Pedro NE, exponm. com. $3-$12.

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. los alamos

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.

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Time, each week we will have a themed reading time for youngsters, and make a craft too. Programs designed for pre-school age, everyone welcome. 11 a.m. today at Johnsons of Madrid, 2843 N.M. 14, 4711054. Free.

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Garden Sprouts, a hands-on program designed for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. Listen to a book and participate in interactive nature-related activities in the outdoor classroom, weather permitting. 10-11 a.m. today at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. By museum admission.

COMMUNITY

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Winter Market, local produce, products, plants, flowers, art, music and more. Accessible, family and pet friendly. 10 a.m.noon Saturday at the Village of Los Ranchos, 6718 Rio Grande NW, losranchosgrowersmarket.com, 610-9591. Free.

OTHER

albuquerque Empire’s Enchanted Card Coloring Society,

create your own greeting card using colored pencils, matchless designs and your imagination, you’ll discover how easy it is to create your own collection of personal greeting cards. Sandwiches, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase. Doors open at 6 p.m. Monday at the Empire Board Game Library, 3503 Central NE, 232-4263. $5.

Rose Pruning Demonstrations,

The Albuquerque Rose Society is offering rose pruning demonstrations. Bring gloves and pruners. 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache NE, 291-6264. Free.

Seasons of Growth

Garden Series, a Native elder will speak about their relationship with traditional agriculture. Attendees will plant wildflower seeds to create a living art exhibit, as well as make some of their own to take home and plant. Reserve your spot in advance by emailing learn@indianpueblo.org. 9 a.m. Sunday at the Pueblo Harvest Cafe, 2401 Twelfth NW. Suggested Donation $5.

TAAS Star Party,

The Albuquerque Astronomical Society and the Open Space Visitor Center will co-host this family-friendly event, which includes craft-making activities, an astronomy talk at 7 p.m., and night sky viewing with a variety of telescopes on the back patio. 5 p.m. Saturday at the Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW, 897-8831, cabq.gov. Free.

Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Expo,

mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood, tools, equipment. Door prizes, raffle, silent auctions, junior table, displays. 10 a.m. today, Saturday, and Sunday at EXPO New Mexico, 300 San Pedro NE, 850-7524, agmc.info. $3.

SINGLES

albuquerque ABQ Singles: A Seniors Group (55+ 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,

come join the Solo Club Singles club, for our live band dances, Karaoke and meeting new friends. Solo Club, 2500 Candelaria NE, 884-0220.