The Alamogordo Daily News appreciates your input to the Community Calendar. To make sure items can receive proper attention, all information should be received by the newspaper at least five business days prior to the event. All coming events print on a space available basis and in chronological order. Events can be e-mailed to communitynews@alamogordonews.com. All the information must be available: contact number, location including address and not just a place name. Do not assume everyone knows. The person you wish to reach may be new to the area. Also note: it is impossible for the Daily News to answer all the e-mails received in a single day.
FRIDAY, JAN. 2
Zach Trak and Fastest Kid in Town: This day is the deadline for packet pickup and late registration AlamoShape, 700 E. First St., Suite 765, from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fee is $35. For more information email info@alamoshape.com.
Launch Pad Lecture: The lecture will cover those who died for the exploration of space. The Launch Pad Lecture is free to the public and starts at 9 a.m. on the first floor of the museum. Coffee and donuts are compliments of the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation. For more information, call 437-2840 or toll free 1-877-333-6589 or visit the website at www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at: www.facebook/NMspacemuseum.
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The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Singles of Otero County: Dinner at Tulie Cafe, 313 Granado St., in Tularosa at 5:30 p.m. For information, call Shirley, 434-1144.
Alamogordo Senior Center: Selmo will play from 6 – 9 p.m. Admission is $4 per person. For more information, please call 439-4150.
SATURDAY, JAN. 3
Curb your tree: The City of Alamogordo Community Services Department and Keep Alamogordo Beautiful will recycle Christmas trees for residents who place live tree at curbside by 7 a.m. Remember to remove all decorations. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Zach Trak and Fastest Kid in Town: The Race will be start at 8:45 a.m. at AlamoShape, 700 E. First St., Suite 765. All proceeds will go to Zia Therapy Center for children and adults with developmental disabilities. For more information email info@alamoshape.com.
Cultural History Programs: Territorial New Mexico and the Lincoln County War is presenting a review of history during the Billy the Kid era, starting at 1 p.m. The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West. For more information, call 479-6124.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
SUNDAY, JAN. 4
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
MONDAY, JAN. 5
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Indian Well Road closure: Starts today and could last up to 60 days. The City of Alamogordo Public Works Department will be closing Washington Avenue from Indian Wells Road to Dewey Avenue for the widening of the Indian Wells to Washington turn lane. For more information, call 439-4203.
Free English Classes: Offered from 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday at the Mountain Valley Baptist Building, 1328 Scenic Drive. Lessons are free. For more information, call 437-9987 or 682-3411.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Serenity Meeting: A faith-based recovery group meets on Mondays, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., at New Beginnings, 817 N. Scenic Ave. Use the north door. For more information, call Lorin at 921-6764.
TUESDAY, JAN. 6
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Otero County Health Council/ Behavioral Health Local Collaborative: Holds regular meetings on the first Tuesday of every month, starting at noon, at La Frontera,1900 10th St. All are welcome. For more information, call Maureen at 437-9340.
Alamogordo Kiwanis Club: Meets at noon at Pepper’s Grill, 3200 N. White Sands Blvd., on the first, second and third Tuesday of every month. For more information, call 434-2814.
Huff n Puff: The Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (C.O.P.D.) support group meets 1-3 p.m.. The speaker will be Kim Peter, PharmD, CGP presenting COPD medications. The place is the Alamogordo Senior Center, 2201 Puerto Rico, Alamogordo. Family, caregivers and guests are welcome. For more information, call Marilyn at 443-2746 or Sharon at 430-1557.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Desert Basin Toastmasters: Meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at Alamogordo Physical Therapy, 2351 Indian Wells Road, from 5:45-6:45 p.m. Guests are welcome. For more Information, call Sharon 575-430-1557.
The Alamogordo Downtown Lions Club: Holds in regular business meeting on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The group will meet at 6 p.m. at the Twice Blest Thrift Store, 2920 N. White Sands Blvd. All interested parties are invited. For more information, please call Ruth Wilkes at 430-3367, Jim Rogers at 443-3265, or Stet Reid at 415-3494.
Alamogordo Music Theatre: Will be conducting auditions for their spring musical, “Into the Woods” at 7 p.m. The place is the Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, 1110 New York Ave. Those who audition should come prepared to sing a short selection of their choosing and do cold readings from the script. Auditions are open to anyone who wishes to take part For further information about the show, character descriptions, vocal ranges and age limits, please visit the Alamogordo Music Theatre website at www.alamogordomusictheatre.org.
Democratic Party of Otero County: Their next meeting will take place at 6 p.m. at Sunset Run Restaurant, 54 McDonald Road. Donna Swanson, running for the school board in District 3, will be our featured speaker. For more information, call Nadia Sikes at 491-7910.
Crocheter’s Guild: All levels of crocheters and knitters are welcome to attend meetings that take place on the first and third Tuesday each month from 6:15-7:45 p.m. at Regency Retirement Community, 3001 Florida Ave. For more information, call 437-3832.
P.E.O., Chapter AO, will meet Tuesday, January 6, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 1100 Vermont Avenue. Helen Richards will present the program on “Membership.” For further information, please call Betty at 437-4841.
New Mexico Gold Prospectors: Hold their monthly meeting at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday, at the 19th Hole Bar and Grill at the Desert Hills Golf Course, 2351 Hamilton Road. There are door prizes and raffles at the meetings. For more information, call Donna Calhoun at 430-4697.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Pre-School Story Time: Takes place at the Alamogordo Public Library, 920 Oregon Ave., from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories and crafts. For more information, call 439-4157.
Republican Women of Otero County: State Senator Bill Burt ( R-Dist. 33) will speak about the upcoming 60-day legislative session during their monthly meeting at the 19th Hole Bar and Grill, 2351 Hamilton Road. The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. Burt will discuss various issues including oil, gas concerns and right to work. Come with questions. For more information, call Pat Trautman 443-3378 or Annette Price 443-3304.
Savvy Caregiver Program: Will begin at the Alamogordo Senior Center. The program will meet once per week for seven consecutive weeks at the Alamogordo Senior Center, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave, Alamogordo from 1-3 p.m. To register, or for further information, call the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter at 1-800-272-3900, visit www.alz.org/newmexico or email msiderisdorame@alz.org.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
The Optimist Club of Alamogordo: Meets on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Pepper’s Grill, 3200 N. White Sands Blvd., at 6 p.m. Dinner service begins at 5:30 p.m. The first Wednesday is a program meeting and the third Wednesday is the Board meeting. For more information please contact John Cowart at bent.tree@yahoo.com.
THURSDAY, JAN. 8
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
The Otero CowBelles: Will meet at 11 a.m. at Pepper’s Restaurant on North White Sands Boulevard. Members and guest can come and meet the newly installed officers. For more information, call Linda 963-2345 or 430-4059.
Lunch and Lapsit: The Alamogordo Public Library, 920 Oregon Ave., holds a parent and child lunchtime adventure, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring food and enjoy bouncy rhymes. For more information, call 439-4157.
Alamogordo Music Theatre: Will be conducting auditions for their spring musical, “Into the Woods” at 7 p.m. The place is the Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, 1110 New York Ave. Those who audition should come prepared to sing a short selection of their choosing and do cold readings from the script. Auditions are open to anyone who wishes to take part For further information about the show, character descriptions, vocal ranges and age limits, please visit the Alamogordo Music Theatre website at www.alamogordomusictheatre.org.
FRIDAY, JAN. 9
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Southeastern New Mexico Economic Development: The Council of Governments will meet at Eastern New Mexico University – Roswell. The Board of Directors quarterly meeting will start at 10 a.m. in the banquet room of the Campus Union Building. The speaker will be Bill Morris. For more information, call 575-624-6134.
6th Annual Prime-Time Business Expo: Will take place from 3-8 p.m. at the Sgt.Willie Estrada Civic Center. For more information, call Tammy Brookbank at the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce 437-6120.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Singles of Otero County: There will be a lunch at Big Daddy’s in Cloudcroft. A carpool will form at Quiznos in White Sands Mall parking lot at 12:30 p.m. For information, call John, 430-8324.
SATURDAY, JAN. 10
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
SUNDAY, JAN. 11
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
MONDAY, JAN. 12
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Free English Classes: Offered from 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday at the Mountain Valley Baptist Building, 1328 Scenic Drive. Lessons are free. For more information, call 437-9987 or 682-3411.
Pre-School Story Time: Takes place at the Alamogordo Public Library, 920 Oregon Ave., from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories and crafts. For more information, call 439-4157.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Serenity Meeting: A faith-based recovery group meets on Mondays, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., at New Beginnings, 817 N. Scenic Ave. Use the north door. For more information, call Lorin at 921-6764.
TUESDAY, JAN. 13
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Earth Day 2015 Planning Committee: The Committee will hold its planning meeting for the April 25, 2015, Earth Day Fair at 8:30 a.m. in the Alameda Park Zoo Education Center/Office, 1321 N. White Sands Blvd., at the north end of the Zoo. For more information, call Stet Reid at 415-3494 or via e-mail at stetreid@aol.com.
Chamber of Commerce: Their membership class will take place at Alamogordo Chamber conference room, 1301 N. White Sands Blvd., from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information, call 437-6120.
Alamogordo Kiwanis Club: Meets at noon at Pepper’s Grill, 3200 N. White Sands Blvd., on the first, second and third Tuesday of every month. For more information, call 434-2814.
Needlework Group: Meets on every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Alamogordo Public Library conference room, from 1-3 p.m. For more information, call 439-1179.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Alamogordo Writers’ Group: Meet on the second and fourth Tuesday, every month, at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1114 Indiana Ave. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. in the church library. All aspiring and published writers and poets are welcome. For more information please call 434-2309 or 434-8970.
Alamogordo City Commission: The regular meeting will be hold at 7 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers, City Hall, 1376 E. Ninth St. For more information, call Renee Cantin, city clerk, at 439-4205.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 14
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Pre-School Story Time: Takes place at the Alamogordo Public Library, 920 Oregon Ave., from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories and crafts. For more information, call 439-4157.
Savvy Caregiver Program: The program will meet at the Alamogordo Senior Center, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave, Alamogordo from 1-3 p.m. To register or for further information, call the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter at 1-800-272-3900, visit www.alz.org/newmexico or email msiderisdorame@alz.org.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
The Tularosa Board of Education: Will meet in regular session, at 5 p.m. in the Board Conference Room at the Administration Building located at 504 First Street, Tularosa. For more information, call the Superintendent’s Office at 585–8800.
THURSDAY, JAN. 15
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Lunch and Lapsit: The Alamogordo Public Library, 920 Oregon Ave., holds a parent and child lunchtime adventure, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring food and enjoy bouncy rhymes. For more information, call 439-4157.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
Business After Hours: Will take place at Vision Ford Lincoln, Inc., 1500 S. White Sands Blvd., from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 437-6120.
FRIDAY, JAN. 16
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
36th Annual Legislative Prayer Breakfast: Starts at 7 a.m. The place is the Alamogordo Senior Center, 2201 Puerto Rico. People need to reserve a spot. For reservations call: Grace Gonzales 430-4141, Chandall Gill 430-0627 or Pat Trautman 443 3378.
Health Fair: The place is Mountain View Middle School, 500 S. Canyon Rd., from 8 a.m. to noon. It is open to the public, and Alamogordo public school staff and students. Area health and safety professionals will participate. The fair will be located in the gym and outdoors as weather permits. It is free of charge. Community members need to check in at the front office. For information, call Brenda Guin at 812-6404.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:15 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
SATURDAY, JAN. 17
Curb your tree: Those people who are not prepared for the January-3 event Curb your tree event should take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
Singles of Otero County: Will hold a breakfast at 8:30 a.m. in the 19th Hole Restaurant, Hamilton Road and Desert Lakes. For information, call John, 430-8324.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.
SUNDAY, JAN. 18
Curb your tree: Last day to take Christmas trees to the Sgt. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, 800 E. First St. or the Alamogordo Senior Center parking lot, 2201 Puerto Rico Ave. Contact Jason Richards with the Keep Alamogordo Beautiful office at 439-4250 with any questions regarding the program.
The Sunset Stroll: The location is White Sands National Monument, 19955 Highway 70 West, starting at 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 479-6124.