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Win a Ruidoso ‘Get the Picture’ Getaway

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Two lucky travelers may find themselves winners of a day at the races, dinner with the Flying J Wranglers and a couple of nights at the Lodge at Sierra Blanca – all in Ruidoso – when they register to play the “Get the Picture” photo challenge and upload at least one photo during June or July 2012.

The New Mexico Tourism Department is encouraging its citizens to get out and explore both the familiar and the obscure in its ongoing “Get The Picture” photo challenge and is offering a $10,000 grand prize for the effort.

As an added bonus, new contest registrants who sign up and upload at least one photo between June1 and July 31, 2012, will also be entered in the Ruidoso “Get the Picture” Giveaway, which includes:

  • A two-night stay for two in a spacious King Studio Suite at the Lodge at Sierra Blanca in Ruidoso (blackout dates may apply, reservations required);
  • Full, hot breakfast for two each morning;
  • Two free admissions to the Hubbard Museum of the American West in Ruidoso Downs;
  • An evening for two at the famous Flying “J” Ranch Supper and Western Show, complete with chuckwagon fixins’, Western music, gunfights and much more (reservations required); and;
  • A day at Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino for two, complete with reservations to the Turf Club, race programs and lunch (blackout dates apply).

For official rules and regulations click here.

A random drawing in the Ruidoso “Get the Picture” Giveaway will be conducted from all eligible entries during the last week of July 2012.

Luxury awaits at the Lodge at Sierra Blanca. Guest will enjoy an array of amenities, including Ruidoso’s largest indoor pool, fitness center, on-site massage therapists and suites equipped with a full kitchen, fireplace, whirlpool and private balcony.

The Hubbard Museum of the American West, celebrating 20 years of excellence, is a monument to times and places that are not quite as far off as you may think. It is a living, exciting experience that has something for everyone.

For over 30 years, folks have been stepping back into the legendary era of the Great American Cowboy at the Flying J Ranch. They invite you to experience an evening of great chuck wagon cooking and western music much like cowboys would have enjoyed after a long day on the trail.

Enjoy live horse racing, hot slots, live entertainment, great food and much more at the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino, located on US 70 in Ruidoso Downs. Live racing culminates Labor Day Weekend. The Billy the Kid Casino is open daily and features hot slots plus virtual blackjack and Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em. The Summer Concert Series brings big name entertainers to the mountains while Billy’s Sports Bar & Grill features regional acts all summer.

Ruidoso Downs Race Track: It’s Race Week!

 

Horses

Ruidoso Downs

Special Racing Schedule
Through July 4th
11 a.m. post time for Rainbow trials on Tuesday
1 p.m. first post Monday and July 4th

Catch Billy’s Seafood Buffet every Wednesday
All-you-can-eat crab legs, shrimp cocktail, shrimp diablo,
popcorn shrimp, fried catfish, baked trout and grilled salmon
with soup and salad bar. On Wednesday at 5 p.m.

 

Important Fourth of July week continues
          Six straight days of racing, which began on Friday, continues to build
momentum to the trials for the Grade 1, $700,000 Rainbow Futurity on
Tuesday starting at 11 a.m. and the trials for the Grade 1 Rainbow Derby
on the Fourth of July, Wednesday.  First post time will be 1 p.m. daily, with the exception of Tuesday when there will be an 11 a.m. first post. See story.

Two of top three in Ruidoso Futurity return Tuesday
       The second- and third-place runners in the Grade 1, $600,000 Ruidoso Futurity Krash Cartel and Jesastar return in the 23 trials to the Grade 1, $700,000
Rainbow Futurity on Tuesday afternoon. See story.

 Ochoa, Feature Mr Bojangles in same Rainbow Derby trial
Champion and All American Futurity winner Ochoa meets champion and
Rainbow Futurity winner Feature Mr Bojangles in the fourth of seven trials
to the $903,000 Rainbow Derby on the Fourth of July. See story.

Get fastest Ruidoso racing info on Twitter
        You can get the quickest important news about Ruidoso Downs racing
by following Ruidoso Press Box (@RuiPressBox). Example: the top
three times from each trial race are tweeted within a few minutes
of each trial. This is the quickest way to get trial times.

The End of an Era: Mary Mac’s in Magdalena Bids Farewell July 15, 2012

Good times @ Mary Macs (Photos courtesy of Kelly Gatlin, La Luz Photography)

Direct from the owner, Ann Fillion:

I have made the decision to close Mary Mac’s Cafe in Magdalena next month.   There have been problems with the building and ownership that are not being resolved.  We have a great staff and have been continually building a solid clientele which has made it hard for me to make this decision.

Thank you so much for supporting Mary Mac’s!  We will be open through Sunday, July 15th.  Regular hours, plenty of food through the Old Timer’s weekend. Hope you can stop by!  Daily specials, pies, and cakes.  Not to mention ICE CREAM!

This will be my last restaurant venture.  Everything restaurant related is for sale.  If you would like to see the list of items for sale when it is ready, please email me here. Nothing will leave until Monday, July 16th. This includes the map tables, antique display case, as well as the restaurant equipment and smallwares, both in use at Mary Mac’s and the items stored in Datil.

The list will be available online soon.

Have a wonderful day!

Ann

Good-bye, Mary Mac’s – we’ll miss you!

This Week @ Ponderosa Views

Ponderosa Views Riders

Clear skies

Endless views

Mid 80s by day

Low 50s by night

and…

Even lower prices for land!

At Ponderosa Views, you and your family will have plenty of room to roam on our 10 – 20 acre parcels starting at a low $19,995. Close to BLM land, the National Forest and Pie Town, you can indulge in long hiking treks and horse back riding surrounded by the rugged beauty of New Mexico.

Don’t Wait – Act Now!

Just click here to and ask for more details or call 888-812-5830.

*Electric and well-maintained gravel roads available to all parcels.

White Apron Society serves up Little Bear Fire benefit

The White Apron Society - Perry Champion, Brendan Gochenour and Curtis Williamson. (Courtesy)

 

Most folks around town know these three guys: Perry Champion, Brendan Gochenour and Curtis Williamson. But what they may not know is that these three chefs have come together to dole out tasty confections, with a hefty side of community service to benefit those affected by the Little Bear Fire.

The trio recently founded the White Apron Society, a newly formed organization of culinary professionals.

Champion, owner of the Café at Mountain Annie’s and a European-trained chef, has a long history of service with The Nest domestic violence shelter in Ruidoso Downs and several other charities in Lincoln County. Like many of us, he was heartbroken over the sudden devastation caused by the Little Bear Fire.

Curtis Williamson, also a chef by training, has made serving the Ruidoso community his mission as the manager of Schlotzsky’s in Ruidoso. He has been heavily involved with a variety of local charities, whether organizing the recent Bunz Run or providing meals to the residents at The Nest. “It’s all about community. Our slogan is Make Ruidoso Lotz Better,” explains William_son.

Brendan Gochenour has been a renowned chef for 24 years. He is one of the featured chefs at the Mountain Annie’s Community Culinary Classes and also serves as a sales representative for Sysco. He explains, “Each of us has a skill. Whatever yours is, find a way to use it for the greater good.”

The quick-thinking partners formed a plan to stimulate donation efforts to benefit the victimsof the Little Bear Fire. “Our plan is to have people deliver their fire donations to Sweet Charity on Highway 70. In appreciation, every person who has donated will have the opportunity to sign up for several amazing prizes,” Champion said.

The clothing and supply drive will end with a drawing for the prizes on July 1. Prizes include various Schlotzky gift cards, personal instruction at two culinary classes with the chefs ($100 value), a fabulous dinner for four with tableside service at the Café at Mountain Annie’s ($500 value) and $1,000 gift certificate to Fusion Medical Spa, offered by Dr. Stephen Rath.

“The dinner prize will include tableside service by all three members of the White Apron Society. We’re pulling out all of the stops,” entices Gochenour.

Donations will be accepted at Sweet Charity from 10 to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For more information, please call Sweet Charity at 378-0041. All items donated in this drive are being distributed for free to the survivors of the Little Bear Fire.

Business Spotlight

The Nest would like to thank Dr. Rath and Fusion Medical Spa for donating a $1,000 gift certificate for the White Apron Society Drive. Dr. Rath also offers scar removal services to Nest Domestic Violence residents. We appreciate your partnership in our campaign to end domestic violence!

Provided by The Nest

The 2012 Roswell UFO Festival is On and Going Strong

City of Roswell More Excited Than Ever to Welcome Visitors for Fun Festival Weekend Celebrating 65th Anniversary of 1947 Incident

In early July, 1947, a mysterious object crashed on a ranch 30 miles north of Roswell.  The Roswell Army Air Field (RAAF) issued a statement claiming to have recovered a crashed “flying disk.”  An article ran on the front page of the Roswell Daily Record and the next day, RAAF changed its statement to say that the object was a weather balloon, not a flying disk as they previously reported.  This revised statement sparked immediate controversy and has continued to be a topic of debate more than 65 years later. Was it just a weather balloon?  Uncover the cover-up and see the mystery and excitement for yourself, June 29-July 1, 2012!

The City of Roswell along with Mainstreet Roswell, Roswell Parks and Recreation, Roswell Museum and Art Center and The Roswell Runners Club are inviting UFO enthusiasts and skeptics alike, to join in the celebration of one of the most debated incidents in history. This year’s three-day event sees the return of several fan favorites, such as featured guest speakers, authors, live entertainment, Alien and Pet Costume Contests and parade, plus, a low-rider and funny car show and contest, more family-friendly activities and a section just for kids!

Lodging options are still available, including many hotels within a two mile radius of the event, as well as a shaded Recreational Vehicle Camp Ground.  Animal Day Care is available locally for your traveling companions.  Roswell also has public bus transportation with Pecos Trails Transit.  Transportation from the parking areas will be furnished by the local Lions Club. The majority of the events will be held downtown, with very few exceptions.  All events are within walking distance.

For more information about the 2012 Roswell UFO Festival, visit www.ufofestivalroswell.com or call 1-888-ROSFEST (767-3378).  You can also follow the festival on Facebook (Amazing Roswell UFO Festival) or on Twitter (www.twitter.com/RosUFOFest ). 

Was it just a weather balloon?  Visit Roswell during the 65th Anniversary and SEE IT FOR YOURSELF!  For more information, call the Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-888-ROSWELL, (575) 624-7704 or visit us online at www.SeeRoswell.com.

North Africa in New Mexico

Barbary sheep run wild in the forest north of Vera Cruz Mountain Ranch. Also known as the aoudad, the Barbary is a horned sheep native to North Africa. They’re still located in very isolated mountainous areas in North Africa, but it was introduced to the United States in the early 1900s, at first only raised in zoos and private sanctuaries. In 1950, the first animals were released into the wild, and they settled in to New Mexico. More were released in Texas around 1957, where they continue to thrive. These animals are indigenous to dry mountain ranges, usually deep in the desert. They are extremely agile, jumping from stone to stone and climbing steep inclines.

 

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