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JANUARY 2012

Jan 06

New Mexico Centennial Event
Hotel Eklund in association with the Clayton-Union County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the state of New Mexico. Storytelling & readings from 4-5:10pm with traditional music by Audrey Davis Trio of Taos, NM. Buffet banquet featuring Northern NM dishes from 5:15-7:30pm. Contact the Eklund for dinner reservations. Traditional games and crafts from 7:30-10pm.

Jan 13

A Night at the Herzstein Museum
Friday the Thirteenth from 6:30-8pm tour the museum with a flashlight as it comes alive in the dark. Refreshments will be served. $7 per person, family of 4-$20, family of 5-$25. Hear Black Jack tell his story in his own words, just after his decapitation.

Jan 23

Annual Legislative Luncheon
Barbeque in January held in Santa Fe, NM from 11am-1:30pm. This luncheon is a great opportunity to discuss important issues regarding our rural area and hearing views on these topics from our legislators.

Jan 24

High Tea at Hotel Eklund
Enjoy an assortment of mini sandwiches and desserts, choose from a variety of teas. 2:00pm, $15 per person, call to reserve your tea date (575) 374-2551.

Jan 28

St. Francis Xavier Building Campaign Fundraiser
Held at St. Francis Xavier parish hall from 11am-2pm and 5pm-8pm. Menu includes stuffed sopapilla, sopapilla burger, hamburger, homemade desserts and drinks. For to go orders call (575) 207-7839.

FEBRUARY 2012

Feb 07

Meet and Greet Your Candidates
Herzstein Memorial Museum will host a meet and greet at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to come and listen to those running for Town Council and Municipal Judge.

Feb 11

Afternoon Tea at the Hotel Eklund
Enjoy an assortment of mini sandwiches and desserts, choose from a variety of teas. 2pm-4pm. $15/person. Reservation required. Call (575) 374-2551

Feb 13 – 14

Valentine's Day Dinner at Crossroads Coffee
Prime rib dinner, call (575) 374-JAVA to make reservations.

Feb 14

A 'Fare' of the heart at Hotel Eklund
Enjoy our regular menu, plus two Valentine's Day Specials. Dinner 4pm-9pm. Fine wine and beers available. Roses upon request. Call (575) 374-2551 for more info.

Feb 16

Business After Hours at Clayton Arts
Join us for Business After Hours from 5-7pm at Clayton Arts, 5 Main Street. A great way to stay connected to the community and a good networking opportunity, sponsored by the Clayton-Union County Chamber of Commerce. Bring $1 for a chance to win the 50/50 raffle drawing. Refreshments will be provided.

Feb 24

Music Night at Crossroads Coffee
Friday night at 6pm.

Feb 25

Clayton National Guard Chili Cook-off
Held at the National Guard Armory from 11am-6pm. $20 entry per chili, $2 admission donation. For more information or to get an entry packet, call (575) 770-4854. Concessions provided by CHS Senior Class.

Feb 29

Heart Health Event at Union County General Hospital
Join us at the Union County General Hospital Lobby for discounts on EKG;s, LDL/HDL cholesterol and triglycerides. Free vital signs, blood pressure checks, body mass index measurements, blood sugar checks. Heart healthy recipes and more. Free heart healthy lunch from 11am-1pm.

MARCH 2012

Mar 02

Comedy Night at the Hotel Eklund
The Fine Gentleman's Club, four stand up comics from Denver, have agreed to stop in at the Eklund tonight, on their way to Oklahoma City. Show starts at 7pm and is free to the public.

Mar 04

St. Francis Xavier Building Campaign Fundraiser
At the Parish Hall from 11am-2pm. Menu includes enchilada dinner with sopapillas, bowl of beans, chili dog, hot dog, coffee or tea included. For to go orders call (575) 207-7839.

APRIL 2012

Apr 17

60th Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet
60th Annual Chamber banquet to be held at the Clayton Civic Center at 6pm. Featured speaker: Dr. Lowell Catlett. Contact the Chamber office for tickets or more information at (575) 374-9253 or (800) 390-7858.

Apr 20 – 22

Clergy Marriage Enrichment Weekend
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Apr 20 – 22

Spring Renewal Retreat Weekend
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Apr 25

Union County Health Fair
Discounts on lab tests, various exhibits with FREE health screenings, blood drive,concession stand. It is held at the National Guard Armory from 8am-4pm. Call (575) 374-9361 for more information.

Apr 25 – 26

Plateau YOUniversity Free Internet & Smartphone Roadshow
Tips and tricks for protecting your computer, using your internet service and getting the most out of your Android smartphone. Space is limited, so call or drop by your local Plateau store today to register.

Apr 27

Old Western Dance
Children K-6 compete in this western dance competition held at the Clayton Civic Center. Prizes given for best costumes and dancers. Public dance held after the competition. Call (575) 374-3393 for more information.

MAY 2012

May 04 – 06

Dreamwork in Action
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May 25 – 28

Gladstone Memorial Day Flea Market
8am-5pm in Gladstone, New Mexico. Anyone is welcome to set up. There will be BBQ and burgers. Contact Shelly Wilson at Gladstone Mercantile (575) 485-2467 for more information.

JUNE 2012

Jun 09 – 10

12th Annual Clayton Lake Trout Derby
2 days of fun with adults and children prize categories given for trout. Prizes given for biggest channel cat, bass and walleye. Kids sand dig, door prizes awarded throughout the derby, grand prize of a boat and $1,000. Held at Clayton Lake State Park. Call (800) 390-7858 or (575) 374-9253 to enter. You can also visit the Clayton Lake page on this website and print out a registration form to send in.

Jun 22 – 24

Women's Wellness Weekend
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Jun 23 – 24

33rd Annual Cimarron Days
Cimarron Village Park, Cimarron, NM. Artisans, crafters, fun, food & games. Call (575) 376-2614 for more information.

Jun 29 – 30

54th Annual Clayton High School Reunion

Jun 30

Lawrence J. Montoya Memorial Scholarship Dance
At the Civic Center from 8pm-Midnight. Concession stand will be available.

JULY 2012

Jul 03

4th of July Street Dance
Free 4th of July Street Dance. 8pm-12am. Live band, food booths, vendors welcome. Held on Main Street in downtown Clayton. Call (800)390-7858 or (575) 374-9253 for more information. The Chamber is having a fundraiser raffle, PRIZE: 46" LED FLAT SCREEN TV to be given away at the Street Dance! Contact the chamber to buy a ticket.

Jul 03 – 04

70th Annual Rabbit Ear Roundup Rodeo & Celebration
Rodeo performances both days at 7pm. Pokey the Clown's Junior & Senior Ranch Rodeos, prizes awarded. Held at Union County Fairgrounds. Call (575)374-9323 for more information.

Jul 04

4th of July Parade and BBQ & Lawrence J. Montoya Memorial Scholarship Softball Tournament
Parade route through downtown Clayton begins at 10am. Barbeque at Centennial Park held right after parade. One pitch tournament held at Centennial Park. Public fireworks display held after dark at the Union County Fairgrounds. Call (800)390-7858 or (575) 374-9253 to enter parade or for more information.

Jul 12 – 15

The Black Madonna
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Jul 21

3rd Annual Viva New Mexico Music Festival
Concert and dance featuring some of New Mexico's greatest musicians! Tobias Rene, Darren Cordova Y Calor plus Mariachi Calor, Darren Lee Cordova, Dynette Marie Cordova, Matthew Martinez & Matthew Martinez Jr., and Tanya Griego. Outdoor event held in downtown Clayton from 7:30pm-12 Midnight. Contact the Clayton-Union County Chamber of Commerce to purchase tickets at (800) 390-7858 or (575) 374-9253.

Jul 25 – 29

Morning Mandalas
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AUGUST 2012

Aug 08 – 11

Union County Fair
4-H, FFA livestock judging, various booths and exhibits including photography, quilting, leather crafts, baking, etc. Call (575) 374-9361 for more info.

Aug 08 – 12

Svastha Yoga Immersion
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Aug 18

Old West Days
1pm-Midnight sponsored by the Herzstein Memorial Museum located at 22 South Second St. Lots of booths, drinks, food, music, and games. Horseshoe Tournament, cowboy gunfights throughout the day. Steak and Bake from 6-8pm. Free Street Dance featuring Sweetwater from 8pm-Midnight.

Aug 23 – 26

Transforming Deep Loss
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SEPTEMBER 2012

Sep 20 – 23

Creating Balance in Times of Change
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Sep 27 – 30

Your Untold Story: The Art of Spiritual Memoir
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OCTOBER 2012

Oct 04 – 07

Archetypes of the Masculine & Feminine
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Oct 06 – 07

Annual Clayton Arts Festival
It’s time to mark your calendar for the 39th Annual Clayton Arts Festival; a juried festival of 40 booths of handcrafted items and hundreds of original art pieces from exceptional artists, both local and out of state. Admission and parking is FREE. You’ll enjoy good hot food, snacks, fun entertainment and door prizes. We’re one block off Hwy 87 on East Broadway, behind St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, at the Clayton Civic Center. For more information, call 575-374-9810 Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.

Oct 25 – 28

Autumn Reflection Retreat
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