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over the Net.Carlsbad, NM is home to one of the world's seven natural wonders, the Carlsbad Caverns. Enjoy a day trip to the Caverns, hiking miles under ground to witness one of mother nature's greatest accomplishments. Then return to town and fall in love with the Pecos River by taking a stroll along it's shady, peaceful banks. Rather not walk? Take a ride aboard the historic paddle wheeler the George Washington, or in style on the Bella Notte. Be sure to save an afternoon for the Living Desert State Park where you can experience the true beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert. And don't forget to save some room in your suitcase! You'll find fabulous assortment of treats and gifts in the Trinity gift shop and other boutiques in Carlsbad's historic Mainstreet area.
Official collection of over
15,000 local historic photographs online.
by the
Fueled by Jed Howard and
designed by Paul Derby.
Elevator renovations at Carlsbad Caverns continues through Who knows When ;o). The park begins extended summer hours with the last time to enter by the Natural Entrance at 3:30 p.m. and to enter by elevator at 4 p.m. Visitor center hours will remain 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Slaughter Canyon Cave tours will only be offered at 10 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Info: (575) 785-2232 or www.nps.gov/cave.
Noah's Ark Animal Shelter is looking for
foster families to
care for mothers with litters until they are fully vaccinated, animals
waiting for transport to rescue organizations and puppies and kittens
too young to place with the general population, as well as transport to
rescues. Info: 200-8536.
The first National Nuclear Fuel Cycle Summit will be held in Carlsbad, NM April 2-5, 2012 (Read Holy Week) including experts from the various nuclear-related industries from across the country. Info: 887-6562 or developcarlsbad.org
1709
West Church Street
Carlsbad, NM 80220
575-706-2433
Monthly
passes:
Hustle only $20
Turbokick only - $30
Zumba only - $40
Hustle/Turbokick/Zumba - $60
Jazzercise/Aumba Mega pass - $60
All inclusive unlimited classes - $75
Ask about our babysitter service
Winter
Jazzercise Schedule
1709 West
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The Carlsbad Public Library offers weekly classes in the children’s department starting in September.
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New Mexico Centennial - 1912-2012
Carlsbad SUMMARY OF EVENTS
1. May 3 – 6, 2012 – Mescal Roast & Mountain Spirit Dances – 2012 marks the 26th Annual Mescal Roast and Mountain Spirit Dances at Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park. This inspiring Mescalero Apache interpretive and ceremonial event begins on Thursday at 10:00 AM with the Mescal Pit Blessing. Friday and Saturday feature a Native American Arts and Crafts show and sale all day, an Interpretive Roundtable at 2:00 PM, the Apache Feast Dinner at 6:00 PM followed by the Apache War Dances and Dance of the Mountain Spirits. The event concludes Sunday morning with the Mescal Pit Opening at 11:00 AM and the Mescal Tasting Ceremony.
2. May 9 – 12, 2012 – Cattle Drive. This is a re-enactment of a 1912 cattle drive featuring 100 head of longhorn cattle bearing the special New Mexico Centennial brand. The drive starts on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 in Lea County at the Delaware Basin Road and the Carlsbad Hwy (NM 128), and ends Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Eddy County at the Sheriff’s Posse Arena in Carlsbad. Each evening, ticket-holders may hop aboard a bus in either Hobbs or Carlsbad and ride out to the night’s campsite, to sample a savory chuck wagon dinner and listen to cowboy music by Michael Martin Murphy and others.
3. May 12, 2012 – End of the Trail: Cattle Drive Round-Up Festival. The cattle will be auctioned at the Eddy County Sheriff’s Posse Arena, in Carlsbad New Mexico on May 12, where Carlsbad will celebrate with an End of the Trail cowboy festival. There will be vendors, re-enactors, music, children’s area, junior rodeo and lots of food.
4. May 18-20, 2012 – 7RR Annual of the Seven Rivers Regulators, a SASS affiliate that is home based in Carlsbad. Shooting competition is staged in a unique characterized, "Old West" style where grown men and women dress up as cowboys and cowgirls to take part in one of the best shooting sports in the world competing with firearms typical of those used in the taming of the Old West.
5. May 26, 2012 – Pony Express Ride – Ongoing May activity in Eddy Co. as mail is collected and stamped at the Artesia Historical Museum & Art Center and the Carlsbad Museum & Art Center. Then the NM Centennial Pony Express Rider leaves Carlsbad with the Eddy Co. mail during the End of the Trail event on May 12 to deliver the mail to Hobbs. The Ride will depart Hobbs at the Western Heritage Museum on May 26th at 8:30 AM and arrive in Santa Fe 14 days later. A great chance to mail your grandchildren or special someone a letter by Pony Express!
6. Apr. 30 – Aug 13, 2012 – 100 Years of Art in New Mexico – Special Centennial exhibit at the Carlsbad Museum & Art Center sponsored by the Las Cruces Museum of Art and the NM Humanities Council. Enjoy some of the most significant works done in New Mexico during the past 100 years!
7. June 1-2 OR June 8-9, 2012 (date TBA) – Carlsbad Firefighter Combat Challenge & Centennial Celebration – The Combat Challenge is designed to simulate actual fire ground conditions that are encountered in routine fire suppression/rescue activities. In order to pass the Firefighter Combat Challenge test, the candidate must complete all elements of the course in 7 minutes or less. To celebrate the Centennial, there will be additional activities for the public to enjoy.
8. Sept. 29, 2012 – Statehood Comes to New Mexico: A Chautauqua Program – Extension of the annual Heritage Days event – Chautauqua program held later in the afternoon in Halagueno Arts Park – sponsored by the Carlsbad Museum & Art Center.
Southeast NM Community Action Corporation staff is available for assistance with rent, utilities and prescriptions from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at 1915 San Jose Blvd. You Must meet low income guidelines.
CONSUMER REPORTS WARNS AGAINST RENTAL CAR GIMMICKS
What consumers can do to avoid gotcha
pricing,
aggressive sales pitches and hidden fees
YONKERS, NY—As the weather heats up and fuel prices continuee to rise, the last thing travelers want is to have pay even more when they hit the road this summer. Rental car companies used to try harder to put the consumer in the driver seat with ease, but today's rental car companies are putting the gas on gotcha pricing, pushy pitches and costly extras.
In its June issue, available online at www.ConsumerReports.org and on newsstands May 10, 2011, Consumer Reports outlines some costly and common car-rental hassles and how consumers can fight back.
"It used to be that car-rental companies made it as easy as possible to get you signed up and on the road," said Consumer Reports senior editor Jeff Blyskal. "These days consumers need to slow things down and be more guarded to make sure they don't pay more than necessary."
Common Hassles
Consumers have a choice when it comes to pricey add-on services and liability coverage. Consumer Reports recommends watching out for these gotchas the next time a salesperson puts the pressure on.
1. There is a fee for every extra.Treat a rental car like a hotel mini bar: Don't take any goodies without knowing the price. This includes GPS navigation, satellite radio, and child safety seats. One Consumer Reports reader was charged $9.50 for $2 worth of tolls after he used an EZ-Pass toll payment transponder he found inside his Hertz rental.
Don't take it: Consumers faced with undisclosed surcharges should dispute them with their credit card company. Be sure to ask about these possible hidden fees: late or early return of the car, going through an unmanned, electronic-only toll gate, road service in case the driver runs out of gas or locks keys in the car, and administrative fees related to parking tickets and moving violations.
2. The insurance hard sell. Rental agents might strongly sell renters on a loss damage waiver that limits the renter's liability for damage for $60 to $250 a week.
Don't take it: Consumers may already be covered on their own auto insurance policy if it includes collision and/or comprehensive coverage. Some credit cards also provide protection. Just make sure the personal policy covers rentals and business travel and that it pays the "full value" of a loss, administrative fees, towing and "loss of use." Also check if it's valid abroad and covers a second driver or comprehensive claims (such as fire, theft and vandalism).
3. Scratch-and-dent claims. Always pay by credit card so any inaccurate charges can be disputed. One Consumer Reports reader was billed $304 for "damage" after he dropped off an Avis Rental in Lyon, France, at the locked return lot before business hours.
Don't take it: Fully inspect the car at pick up time, noting any damages in the paperwork and request a signed, dated copy. Do the same at drop off. If it's before or after business hours, take photos to document the car's condition.
4. Return the car with gas. If not, expect to pay as much as $8 per gallon to have the rental agency fill the tank. Other gas overpricing might not be so obvious. For example, Hertz's fuel purchase option—buy a full tank at the prevailing loccal per-gallon price—might seem like a good deal, but the renterr pays for a whole tank even if they only use a fraction of it.
Don't take it. Always fill it up before returning the car.
5. Decline the upgrade pitch.In good economic years, agencies had more cars than they could rent. Now inventories are tighter, so don't expect to be offered a roomier car at no extra cost. Worse, agents might try to convince the renter into taking a costlier car.
Don't take it. If the agent talks down a specific model, ask about other cars in the same group.
Consumer Reports also suggests looking for deals on websites like Travelocity and Expedia and then calling a specific location to negotiate the cheapest rate. Also check off-brand companies like Ace Rent a Car, Pay Less, and Midway. Groups like AAA, AARP, Costco, labor unions and other groups might offer discounts. For more tips on how to get the best deal on car rentals log on to www.ConsumerReports.org.
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January Healthy
Habits Class
Southeast NM Medical Cannabis Alliance. This is a support group for all interested in and supportive of NM medical cannabis. Info: medicansenm@yahoo.com or (831) 917-5314.
The Guadalupe Mountains National Park Visitor Center at Pine Springs is now open daily from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through May. Access to McKittrick Canyon will be open until 6 p.m. through Nov. 1. Info: (915) 828-3251.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park will return to its normal operating hours on Tuesday, September 8. Beginning on September 8, the park’s visitor center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MDT) and will continue to offer a variety of self-guided and guided cave tours. The self-guided Natural Entrance route will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The self-guided Big Room route will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The ranger-guided Kings Palace tour will be offered at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. Tour times are established to allow ample time for visitors to complete their tour before the visitor center closes at 5 p.m.
For visitors looking for a bit more adventure, ranger-guided trips are offered in undeveloped areas of Carlsbad Cavern and in other park caves. Flashlight trips through Slaughter Canyon Cave are led on Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. Lantern tours of Left Hand Tunnel are available daily at 9 a.m. Lower Cave tours are offered Monday through Friday at 1 p.m. Two strenuous wild caving trips, Hall of the White Giant and Spider Cave, are offered on Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. respectively.
There are no group size limits or reservations needed for the self-guided tours; however, there are limits and restrictions for guided tours. Reservations are required for guided tours and can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877.444.6777. The entrance fee, which allows access into the self-guided portions of Carlsbad Cavern, is $6 for adults. Children 15 and under are free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Ranger-guided tour fees range from $7 to $20 for adults and $3.50 to $10 for children depending on the tour.
For additional information, call 575.785.2232, or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/cave.
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park will be returning to its winter hours beginning next Tuesday, September 8th. The Visitor Center will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the last entrance into the zoo at 3:30 p.m. The gift shop will open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 4:00 p.m. These hours will be in effect until Memorial Day weekend next May. For additional information about the Living Desert and its many programs, please call the Visitor Center at (575) 887-5516.Court Appointed Special Advocates is seeking volunteer citizens to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children living in foster care. CASA will be training new volunteers in the fall. For more information, call 887-5966 or visit 118 W. Mermod St.
Preschool story time for children 3-5 meets each Thursday at Carlsbad Public Library, from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Library staff will help children explore books, sing songs, make simple crafts and learn about the world around them. Parents should plan to stay with their children during story time. For more information, please call 885-6776.
THE Free Bat Flight Programs are offered nightly at The Carlsbad Caverns NP through mid-October. Every evening, just before hundreds of thousands of bats fly out of the cave, a park ranger presents a talk at the Bat Flight Amphitheater. The starting time of the talk varies with sunset, so it is best to call the park at 505.785.3012 or check at the visitor center for the exact time. Programs may be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
United Blood Services - 2402 W. Pierce St., Suite 6A Hours ARE Mondays 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.To sign up as a blood donor or to schedule a specific time, visit unitedbloodservices.org
Carlsbad Public Library offerers Preschool Storytimes each Thursday morning for children ages 3-5 years. Sessions times are 10:00 – 10:45 am and 11:00 – 11:45 am. Each session features stories, songs, fingerplays, crafts, and activities. The program is free. Phone 885-6776 for more information
The Eddy County Search and Rescue Team is looking for volunteers. The team meets at 7 p.m. every second Tuesday at the Permian Basin Regional Training Center. For more information, call 885-2191, 628-8891 or 302-6765.
The MONTHLY MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE IS HELD THE Third THURSDAY of every month, AT 11:00 AM, IN THE 2ND FLOOR PLANNING ROOM OF CITY HALL.
Certified
Instructors David Moody and Bill Daniels provide the professional
training
required by the State of New Mexico to legally carry a concealed
weapon. Exercise your right to carry and attend this two day training
seminar.
Visit Noah's Ark Animal Shelter to see the animals currently available at Noah's Ark Animal Shelter. The site is updated weekly. There are many animals available, including purebreds. For information, call 885-5769.
Noah's Ark offers 100 spay/neuter certificates THE FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH at the Cat's Meow, 124 S. Canyon St. The certificates are for Carlsbad and the surrounding area and animals must go to a Carlsbad veterinarian. Proof of residence will be required. One certificate per family. First come, first served. A $20 donation is requested. The certificates are for people who need financial help.
The monthly meeting for the Carlsbad Amateur Radio Club is held the first Thursday of every month on the second floor of the River Walk Recreation Center. The meeting starts at seven o'clock, and is open to the public. For more information call 887-1575. or 146.88
The Pecos Valley Grotto (caving group) meeting falls on the third Thursday of each month, usually at NCKRI. There is also a Caving in Carlsbad, NM Blog on the Caving in Carlsbad, NM Carlsbad Current Argus web site.
The Downtown Lions Club will place a United States of America flag at your business location during the holidays. For more information, call 628-8248.
To report graffiti or for help in removing it from private property, call 311 or Keep Carlsbad Beautiful at 887-0483 and leave a message.
Carlsbad Taverns Brewery Bar-B-Que is located in the the heart of Carlsbad,NM, Main Street District, just thirty minutes from the World famous Carlsbad Caverns National Park. This restaurant and tasting room is also the home of our microbrewery where we bottle and keg all of our great fresh ales for off premise sales. Come by for some awesome bar-b-que, fresh beer and a tour of our brew house.
Carlsbad Taverns Brewery and Bar-B-Que opened in April of 2001 and was voted one of the best brewpubs in Carlsbad, NM in 2003. The Bar-B-Que offers some of the best bar-b-que in Southeastern NM. Our menu features hickory smoked pork ribs, 16-hour smoked pulled pork, beef brisket, juicy chicken, breast of turkey and heart stopper sausage. The menu offers some great appetizers, soups & salads, sandwiches and full platters, all made fresh daily by our skilled kitchen staff.
The Carlsbad two meter net meets on air on the 146.28/88 repeater at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday.
Chandler Avation, FBO, Caverns City Air Terminal, 575-887-1500.United Blood Services HAS OPENED UP A NEW location AT 2402 W. Pierce St., Suite 6A Hours ARE Mondays 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.; and Thursdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.To sign up as a blood donor or to schedule a specific time, visit unitedbloodservices.org
