Best Weekend Bets

Here's hoping you have a safe and wonderful weekend.

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Pick up some bargains this weekend at the National Guard Armory, where you'll find baby clothes, maternity wear, car seats and more. March 23-25.

Southwest Chocolate and Coffee Fest
If you love coffee and/or chocolate, you won't want to miss this festival. Taste free samples, meet vendors, and purchase some of the best local chocolate and coffee around. March 23 - 25 at the Albuquerque Convention Center.

Professional Bull Rider Ty Murray Invitational
The bull riding championships are in town! Head to the Pit March 23 - 25.

Suor Angelica/Gianni Schicchi
Opera Southwest presents two of Puccini's operas, one a drama, the other a comedy. See them at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Saturday, March 24.

Neighborhood Concert by NM Philharmonic
Byron Herrington conducts at the Central United Methodist Church. Features David Schepps on Boccherini's Cello Concerto No. 9 in B flat, Bach's Wachet Auf, and Beethoven's Symphony No. 7. The Central United Church Choir will sing Bach's choral masterpiece. Saturday, March 24.

The Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers
The show features the moves and music of Chicago, via Jake and Ellwood, the Blues Brothers. At Popejoy Hall on Sunday, March 25.

Celebration of Kites
Bookworks has monthly cross cultural crafts workshop, and this month, it's all about kites from around the world. Read about kites, then decorate them at Bookworks on March 24.

The Singing Guthries
KUNM DJ David Dunaway will talk about the Guthrie legacy and will play excerpts he conducted for Arlo and his father, Woody. At Bookworks on March 25.

Major Travanion T. Teel and the Civil War in Albuquerque
Learn more about the Civil War in Albuquerque. There will be Civil War re-enactors in full dress and the descendants of Major Teel will be on hand. Refreshments will be served at this free event, Sunday, March 25.

Cause of the Week

Mayor & First Lady's Dog Ball
Enjoy a Yappy Hour, dinner, live auction, silent auction and a doggie duds costume contest. Proceeds benefit the Animal Welfare Department and its critters. Saturday, March 24.

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