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THINGS TO DO AROUND TAOS DURING THE WEEK OF APRIL 11 - 17, 2024 SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS AT TAOSNEWS.COM/EVENTS

Thursday, April 11

5 p.m. | Ping Pong. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. Free. 505-423-4915.

5-9 p.m. | Ceramic Cafe. Open studio with clay, tools, glazes, inspiration and community. Questa Public Library, 10 Municipal Park Drive, Questa. Donations suggested. 402-525-7485.

5-9 p.m. | Live Music. During dinner service at La Luna. Hotel La Fonda de Taos, 108 S Plaza, Taos. Free. 505-550-1119. 6-8 p.m. | Jack Lorang. Rolling Still Lounge, 110 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-613-0326.

6-8 p.m. | Open Mic Nite. Barra Vino, 241 Ledoux St, Taos. Free. 575-240-8534. 6-9 p.m. | Brent Berry. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233.

6-9 p.m. | Gray Charles. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

7-9 p.m. | Movies on The Big Screen: Love Lies Bleeding. 2024, Thriller/ Romance. Starring Kristen Stewart, Ed Harris, and Katy O’Brian. 1h 44m. Rated R. Taos Center for the Arts, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. $5 -10. 575-758-2052. 7-9:30 p.m. | Cullen Winter’s Blue Boomerang. Rhythm and Blues, soulful goodness. Soldado’s,1351 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur C, Taos. Free. 949-701-2655. 7-10 p.m. | Jueves de Baile. Latin dance lesson and DJ and discounted drinks. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. $5-15. 575-423-4915.

Friday, April 12

4-6 p.m. | “Strong Women of the Southwest” Opening Reception for Elizabeth Jose. Sage Fine Art, 115 E Plaza, Taos. Free. 575-758-9396.

4-6 p.m. | Percy Jackson Screening. Weekly episode viewing and activity. Snacks and drinks provided for this teen and tweens event. Taos Public Library, 402 Camino de la Placita, Taos. Free. 575-7372590.

4-6 p.m. | Movies on the Big Screen: Problemista. 2023, Comedy. Directed by Julio Torres, Starring Julio Torres and Tilda

Swinton. 1h 38m. Rated R. Taos Center for the Arts, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. $5-10. 575-758-2052.

4:30-8:30 p.m. | Taos Pop-Up. Local vendors with crafts, services and goodies. Hotel La Fonda, 108 South Plaza, Taos. Free. 575-249-2322.

5-7 p.m. | Charlie Marvin featuring Suitcase Ray. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

5-9 p.m. | Live Music. During dinner service at La Luna. Hotel La Fonda de Taos, 108 S Plaza, Taos. Free. 505-550-1119. 5:30-7 p.m. | SOMOS Writer’s Showcase presents: Martín Espada. SOMOS Writer’s Showcase presents a reading by twenty-book poet, editor, essayist and translator. Now via Zoom due to a family matter. SOMOS Salon & Bookshop, 108 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos. $8-10. 575-7580081.

6-9 p.m. | Michael Burke. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233.

8-11 p.m. | Shannon & Southern Soul. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

Saturday, April 13

9 a.m.-12 p.m. | SOMOS Writer’s Showcase presents Martín Espada Workshop. SOMOS Writer’s Showcase presents: “My Last Name” - A SOMOS generative poetry workshop with Martin Espada. Now via Zoom due to a family matter. SOMOS Salon & Bookshop, 108 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos. $75-85. 575-7580081.

9-10 a.m. | Mommy & Me Dance. Dance, move, burn, stretch, strengthen, all while wearing your baby! Babies too big to wear welcome to dance as well! Taos Dance Academy, 1027 Salazar Rd, Taos. $12-20. 575-240-9557.

10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Stitchers Anonymous. Coffee and company for fiber artists to crochet, knit, embroider, cross stitch, spin and more.

12-4 p.m. | Twirl’s 7th Annual Invent Event! A free community event with over 30 fun hands-on activities. Enos Garcia Elementary Gym, 305 Don Fernando Street, Taos. Free. 575-751-1402.

12-3 p.m. | Discover Nature’s Bounty: Urban Foraging Class. Guided stroll around the farm, fields and acequia. Learn to identify medicinal and edible plants in your surroundings. Gain insights into sustainable foraging practices. Partnered with UNM-Taos and Zia Energetics. Not Forgotten Outreach, 610 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. $20. 575-737-6215.

12-5 p.m. | Gus and Ron and Larry, a pop-up exhibition. Taos artists

Gus Foster, Ron Cooper and Larry Bell collaborate on an installation of new work and old favorites in an alternative art space. Cooper’s Garage in Taos, 200-B Bendix Drive, Taos. Free. 575-770-6392. 2-4 p.m. | Hampton Sides, “Wide, Wide Sea” Book Reading and Signing. Sponsored by SOMOS and op. cit. Books. SOMOS Salon & Bookshop, 108 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos. Free. 575-751-1999.

4-9 p.m. | Rolling Still 5th Anniversary Celebration + Pecan Whiskey Release. Live music, raffle prizes, drink specials, and pop-up tacos by Suchness. Rolling Still Lounge, 110 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-613-0326.

5-9 p.m. | Live Music. During dinner service at La Luna. Hotel La Fonda de Taos, 108 S Plaza, Taos. Free. 505-550-1119. 6-9 p.m. | Chris, Tom, Charlie and Gray. Rock ‘n roll, country, blues and dancing tunes by four of Taos’ best. Adobe Bar at the Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233.

6-10 p.m. | Daily Winter Crow. With Chas M. Williams. Soldado’s, 1351 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. $10. 949-701-2655. 7-11 p.m. | Time Machine. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

Sunday, April 14

10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Carson Sunday Market Season Opening Party! Featuring live music by local favorite Last to Know! Vendors, art, good food and games, kids’ corner, clothing swap and more. Interested vendors, contact Jen (magtail88@yahoo.com) or drop in day-of for $5. Carson Cafe & Grocery, 509

12-5 p.m. | Gus and Ron and Larry, a pop-up exhibition. Taos artists

Gus Foster, Ron Cooper and Larry Bell collaborate on an installation of new work and old favorites in an alternative art space. Cooper’s Garage in Taos, 200-B Bendix Drive, Taos. Free. 575-770-6392. 4-9 p.m. | Taos Mountain Bike Association presents: 2nd Annual MTB Film Festival. Kick off the 2024 riding season with a double-feature movie fest featuring “In the Dirt” and “The Engine Inside.” Featuring Q&A and mountain bike raffle. Taos Center for the Arts, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 505-2046211.

4:30-5:30 p.m. | 2-steppin’ dance lessons. With Linda and Jerry. Dance band at 6 p.m. The Pavillion, KTAOS, 9 NM 150, Taos. $10. 575-770-2207.

6-9 p.m. | Charley Solito. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233.

6-9 p.m. | David and Jeanie. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

6-10 p.m. | The Rifters. For 2-step Sunday. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. $10. 505-423-4915.

7-9 p.m. | Jazz Night with Christine Autumn. The Alley Cantina, 121 Teresina Lane, Taos. Free. 575-758-2121.

7:30 p.m. | CocoRosie with DJ Miss Ginger. Sister duo celebrates 20 years of globally-beloved masterful poetry and timeless harmonies accompanied by lo-fi toy folly, classical instrumentation and genre-defying rhythms. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. $35-40. 575-423-4915. Monday, April 15

5-7 p.m. | Poetry Slam. Open to all to attend and perform. To sign up, email unmtlib@unm.edu or call 575-737-6242. Located in Padre Martinez Hall, Klauer Campus, UNM-Taos, 1157 County Road 110, Ranchos de Taos. Free. 575-737-6242. 6-9 p.m. | James McConnon. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

6-9 p.m. | Jeremiah Glauser. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233. 7-9 p.m. | Movies on the Big Screen: Problemista. 2023, Comedy. Directed by Julio Torres, Starring Julio Torres and Tilda

Swinton. 1h 38m. Rated R. Taos Center for the Arts, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. $5-10. 575-758-2052.

7-8:30 p.m. | SPiFFY SQUiRREL StandUp Comedy Showcase. Soldado’s, 1351 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. $5. 949-7012655.

9-11:30 p.m. | Taos has Talent. Taos’ renowned open mic night. Bring your talent, your voice instrument band or ?? The Alley Cantina, 121 Teresina Lane, Taos. Free. 575-758-2121.

Tuesday, April 16

6-8 p.m. | Jess Wayne and Jupiter Skyfish. Rolling Still Lounge, 110 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-613-0326. 6-9 p.m. | Michael Burke. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233.

6-9 p.m. | David Spalding. Sagebrush Inn & Suites, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-758-2254.

7-9 p.m. | Irish Session. Traditional Irish music from the Emerald Isle: live acoustic jigs, reels and hornpipes. Taos Ale House/ Burger Stand, 401 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-776-5226. 7-10 p.m. | TCA Presents Movies on The Big Screen: Oppenheimer w/ Open Captions. 2023, Drama/Biography/War. Starring Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon. Directed by Christopher Nolan. 3h 0m. PG-13. Taos Center for the Arts, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. $5-10. 575-758-2052.

Wednesday, April 17

12-1:30 p.m. | James Wilson discusses “Pecos Reckoning.” Part of op. cit. books Mystery Book Club. Please RSVP at 575751-1999. Martyrs Steakhouse, 146 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-751-1999.

4:15-6:15 p.m. | Modern Dance Technique Master Dance Class. In collaboration with choreographer Yvonne Montoya, a 23rd-generation Nuevomexicana, and an all-Mexican American cast of dancers celebrate the power of heritage, resilience and the transformative force of dance. Email theater@wildflowerplayhouse.org to register. Wildflower Playhouse, 1339 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-770-3252.

5-8 p.m. | Youth Heartline Bingo Night with Silent Auction and Live Music. In honor of April being Child Abuse Prevention Month. Silent auction from local vendors, businesses and artists. Live music by Roe Ziccarello and guests. Food for purchase. Dona Luz Social Club, 112 Dona Luz St., Taos. Free. 575-758-0106. 6-9:30 p.m. | Singles Mixing Bowl Happy Hour. Mix it up! Bring friends or roll solo and make new friends! Prizes and discounted beer and pizza. Gutters Taos Bowling , 520 Plaza Cañon Dr, Taos. Free. 575-770-1416.

6-9 p.m. | Trivia with Earl. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. Free. 505-423-4915. 6-9 p.m. | Ry Taylor. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233.

6-9 p.m. | Jess Wayne. Sagebrush Cantina, 1508 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-770-2943.

6-9 p.m. | Bob Andrews. Adobe Bar at the Historic Taos Inn, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-758-2233. 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Taos Trivia Night with Gabby and Daniela. Fun prizes for winners! Rolling Still Lounge, 110 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-613-0326. 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Jimmy Stadler. Sabroso Restaurant & Bar, 470 State Road 150, Arroyo Seco. Free. 575-776-3333. 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Taos Bluegrass Jam. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. Free. 505-423-4915.

6:30-8:00 p.m. | Writing Workshop: “Stories from Home.” Part of choreographer Yvonne Montoya’s dancetheatre work embodying untold stories of the American Southwest. Email theater@ wildflowerplayhouse.org to register. Wildflower Playhouse, 1339 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. Free. 575-770-3252. 7-9 p.m. | Original Songs Open Mic. Soldado’s,1351 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur C, Taos. $5-10. 949-701-2655.

7-9 p.m. | Movies on the Big Screen: Problemista. 2023, Comedy. Directed by Julio Torres, Starring Julio Torres and Tilda Swinton. 1h 38m. Rated R. Taos Center for the Arts, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos. $5-10. 575-758-2052.

8-9:30 p.m. | Billy Wayne Davis & Matt Davis Make Julia Roberts Laugh. TaosComedy stand-up comedy show. 1351 Paseo del Pueblo Sur #C, Taos. $12-15. 575-414-8844.

8-10 p.m. | TaosComedy standup comedy open mic. 1st and 3rd

Wednesdays of every month. The Burger Stand, 401 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Free. 575-414-8844.

9-11 p.m. | Karaoke with Kennedy. Every Wednesday after trivia. Daleee KTAOS, 9 NM 150, El Prado. Free. 505-423-4915.

KID'S STUFF

“The Butterfly’s Magic Spell” calls you! Audition for the Butterfly, Grandmother Wisdom Beetle, scrappy Scorpy, the dreamy Boy Beetle Jose, or the Gossipy Ant. Everyone is an insect in this world of “The Butterfly’s Magic Spell,” adapted from Frederico Garcia Lorca’s first play. All actors ages 7-17 are invited, plus aspiring adult performers. Karen Thibodeau directs. Auditions for this Taos Children’s Theatre summer production are on zoom through May 10. Text 575-758-0027 to make your appointment.

Girl Scouts of New Mexico Summer Camp registration is open! Girls K-5th grade across the Enchanted Circle are in for an exciting and enriching summer with this free summer day camp program where they can hike, camp, problem-solve, pratice STEM skills and arts and crafts and engage with friends in a fun-filled environment. The camp will run four consecutive weeks in June at Camp Elliott Barker in Angel Fire. Families are eligible to receive one week of day camp per girl at no cost. Spaces are limited to 25 girls per week and transportation to and from Taos will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. Campers are not required to be registered Girl Scouts. To register, visit NMGirlScouts.org/BarkerDayCamp or contact Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails at 505-343-1040.

SOMOS Young Writers Camp registration is open! June 24-28 for grades 5-8, exploring fiction, poetry, playwriting, spoken word and more with local author, poet, playwright and theater teacher John Biscello. Will culminate in a reading at SOMOS Salon for friends and family. For more information and to register, contact SOMOS at somos@somostaos.org or John Biscello at johnbiscello@gmail.com.

TrueKids1 Summer Camps registration is open! Ages 10-14 are welcome to join any of our five week-long camps from June 3 to July 12. Topics include photo and 3D printmaking, action photography and video, the magic of animation, the one-week film festival, and coding robots and drones. Full cost is $125 per camper per week, with partial and full scholarships available courtesy the LANL Foundation. For more information, email admin@truekids1.org.

Taos Youth Ensemble Theater Camp registration is open! June 10-21 at Anansi Charter School and July 22-Aug. 2 at Wildflower Playhouse. Join John Biscello and Amber Vasquez for two-week program filled with theater games, improv, pantomime, dance and a dramatic journey into the world of pure imagination. Limited number of partial scholarships available courtesy of Taos Education Collaborative. For more information and to register, contact John Biscello at johnbiscello@gmail.com.

Bilingual Storytime every Monday at 2 p.m. Storytime, songs and crafts at Taos Public Library, 402 Camino de La Placita. 575-737-2596.

Storytime every Thursday from 10:3011:30 a.m. at the Taos Public Library, 402 Camino de La Placita. Kids are welcome to enjoy songs, stories and crafts. 575-7372596.

Sewing Classes for kids aged 7-12 on Mondays 1:30-3 p.m. and for teens aged 13-19 on Wednesdays 1:30-3 p.m. Wholly Rags, 1337 Gusdorf Rd, Suite L. 575-7519862.

Kids Yoga on Mondays from 4-5 p.m. Here, physical activity is used for advancing a child’s balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, dexterity and confidence. High Frequency Loft, 1335 Gusdorf Road, Suite Q, Taos. 575-4250709.

Kids Craft Club on Fridays from 4-5 p.m. A craft club for kids K-6. Snacks provided. Free. Taos First Baptist Church, 220 Paseo del Pueblo Norte. taoschildren@gmail.com.

Kids Club on Sundays, 10:30 a.m. to noon at Taos First Baptist Church, 220 Paseo del Pueblo Norte. This free weekly event includes Bible-learning, crafts and more. For children K-6. taoschildren@gmail.com.

TWIRL Weekly classes for kids ages 0-6, featuring Family Music (Tuesdays 11-11:30 a.m.), Little Twirlers (Wednesdays 11 a.m.noon), and Ballet for preschoolers (Fridays 11-11:45 a.m.). Class fee is $5 per family. Twirltaos.org.

Talpa Library Storytime and Artwork on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Fun projects first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon. 575-751-1014.