August in New Mexico is a great time to come visit: the rainy season is in full swing and the land is lush, green and absolutely beautiful! Here’s a list of some ongoing happenings throughout the state. For a great detailed calendar of events, visit our friends at Forever Frontier.
Socorro Farmer’s Market
Main Plaza, Socorro, NM
Each Saturday morning, June to October
575-835-8927
Monte Cristo Gift Shop & Gallery
Chloride, NM, just 35 miles west of Truth or Consequences via Hwy 52.
Open daily from 10 AM to 4 PM
505-743-0493 or montecristo@zianet.com
Las Cruces Farmers Market, downtown mall
Every Wednesday & Saturday
Growers and vendors selling locally grown produce and homemade crafts. www.lascrucescvb.org
Mesilla Mercado
Every Thursday & Sunday
Old Mesilla Plaza, Mesilla, NM.
Growers and vendors selling locally grown produce and homemade crafts. www.lascrucescvb.org
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
Las Cruces, NM
Explore farming, ranching, and rural life in New Mexico!
Museum Tours, Seminars and Exhibits.
www.nmfarmandranchmuseum.org
575-522-4100
Deming Livestock Auction
Every Wednesday, 9:30 am
575-546-8851
Summer Chairlift Rides
Taos Ski Valley
From late June through September, enjoy the majestic views of Taos Ski Valley from our lift #1. Once you arrive at the top off load and hike around. Ride the lift or hike down to the base area.
$10 for adults and $6 for juniors. Group rates available. If you have a Taos season pass from last season or for the upcoming season there’s no charge. (You must present pass).
Hours 10am – 4:30pm, Thursdays through Mondays until September 1st, then Saturdays and Sundays from September 6-28, 2008.
Taos, NM
www.taosskivalley.com
Crownpoint Rug Auction
Crownpoint,, NM (east of Gallup)
300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00 pm and runs until 6:00 pm. Auction begins at 7:00 pm.
Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, Call for dates: 505-786-5302, 505-786-7386 www.crownpointrugauction.com
Hiking Season in Taos Ski Valley
May through October are ideal months to hike our surrounding trails. Trail maps available at the Visitor Center or on-line at www.taosskivalley.com
Call for more information (575) 776-1413 or 800-517-9817.
Taos, NM.