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In 1540, Francisco Vásquez de Coronado—with 500

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A short drive from Albuquerque and Bernalillo, the

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5: School of Dreams Academy, A Short Ride Away6: Riding the Rail for Fall and Winter Fun9: Film Industry All Aboard the Rail Runner Express11: Full Steam Ahead: Rail Runner Supports Engine 2926 Restoration13: Oh Baby! ‘Rail Runner Was There For Us’

14: Farmington Equals Fun For The Whole Family!

16: Enchanting Socorro: A Treasure Among NM Destinations

18: New Mexico Tech: Honoring Its Storied History

20: Hotel Cascada: The Ideal Staycation!

21: The Candy Lady Has a New Location In Old Town!

23: Enjoyable and Relaxing Patio Dining at Backstreet Grill in Old Town

24: It’s the Perfect Time of Year for Patio Dining at the Church Street Cafe!

25: Feel New Mexico’s Culture at Genuine Southwest Art & Gifts

26: Out of the Driver’s Seat and Loves it

28: Santa Fe’s Violet Crown Cinema Changes Movie Going Experience

30: Rail Runner Weekday Schedule

31: Rail Runner Weekend Schedule

32: Rail & Bus Connections Guide

34: Rail Runner Holiday Schedule, Fares

35: Rail Runner Q & A

36: Schedule of Events

39: Santa Claran Hotel Casino’s Playing in the Big Leagues Now

40: Bien Mur Indian Market Center: Be Dazzled!

45: Los Lunas: Its Roots Are on the Route

46: Harvey House History Preserved

50: Chama: New Mexico’s Mecca for Year-Round Fun!

51: Friends of the Cumbres Preserve Rail History

52: The Glories of Nature Are Found at Vermejo Park

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Students from Albuquerque are discovering that they can take the Rail Runner Express to and from Los Lunas, 20 miles to the south, to take advantage of a rare academic opportunity. School of Dreams Academy, a charter school serving students in grades 7-12 from throughout the area, is right on Main Street. The academy is deemed an early-college high school, one of few in the state. Students in grades 9-12 can take college classes, with tuition waived, through the Valencia County branch of the University of New Mexico. This allows them to graduate from high school equipped not only with a diploma, but also with an associate’s degree or vocational certificate, as well as a head start on their futures. One highly motivated individual graduated this year with associate’s degrees in general science and pre-engineering, in addition to a high school diploma. “The mission and vision of School of Dreams Academy Early College High School is to graduate students of the Rio Grande Valley who embrace the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math) model while focusing on developing well-rounded individuals with good character ready for post-secondary success. The vision of SODA is to stand as the Rio Grande Valley’s pillar of student achievement, character and success,” says early-college liaison Rita Garcia. “The program is super user-friendly for kids who have

ambition and also for kids that have a vocational ambition, granting them certificates that can take them into the workforce,” she adds. “We offer training in IT and platforms that give certificates in general media, science, technology, pre-engineering, arts and math.” There are classes available in fine art, including a dance program that has won national awards, brass band and advanced guitar. Students in the robotics program have traveled across the country, sponsored through grants and corporate donations. The academy is not a private school but a public charter high school with a unique program. For more information, go to sodacharter.net.

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Sherry Piperno with her son, Ivan Piperno, in 2000. Piperno has been a launch director, “zebra,” for 25 years at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. In 2000, the field was dirt. Today the launch field is grassy, making it much more diserable for pilots and spectators.

Albuquerque tourists spend a lot of time in October doing what New York tourists do all time - they look up. And instead of skyscrapers, they see balloons, sometimes hundreds, of them, dotting the sky. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a world-renowned attraction that is more than four decades old. This year, the event takes place October 3-11, and attracts guests from near and far.

“I’ve been volunteering with the fiesta since 1972 and I still go out there every year and view those balloons with childlike eyes,” said Sherry Piperno, one of the hundreds of volunteers who make the fiesta a success each year. Piperno, 62, is a launch director, affectionately called a “zebra,” because of the black and white striped uniforms they wear on the field. A Zebra’s job is to ensure successful launches each day of the fiesta, to answer questions about the event, and to make sure the pilots, crew members and spectators are safe and happy.

“I’ve met pilots and spectators from around the world,” Piperno said. “They tell us just how unique we are and how much they love our hospitality.”

This year, the New Mexico Rail Runner Express has partnered with the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on a special Balloon Fiesta and Rail Pass. The Pass, which is available for both weekends of the event, includes an all-zone, all-day pass on the train, a shuttle to and from the Los Ranchos/Journal Center Rail Runner Station, and admission to a morning or afternoon Balloon Fiesta Session. See the special insert in this magazine for the Balloon Fiesta and Rail Pass schedule and more information.

Piperno said there are a few things everyone must do when they visit the Balloon Fiesta. First and foremost, she said, “Get there early.” Early means 5 a.m. for a morning mass ascension.

Other must-dos for event attendees include: • Walk vendor row, at least once. There you will find food from all over the world and shops with distinct novelties and clothing. One of Piperno’s favorites is the Russian shop, because she adopted her son, Ivan, from Russia 17 years ago.• Talk to the pilots when there is down time. They offer a unique perspective on their hobby and can be a wealth of knowledge.• Work on a crew, either a launch crew or a chase crew. “You won’t have a better time in your life unless you are actually up in a balloon.”• That said, “Take a ride in a balloon,” said Piperno. “It’s the best experience.”

Scott Appelman, longtime balloon pilot and owner of the balloon ride company Rainbow Ryders in Albuquerque, said ballooning is now part of what New Mexico is known for. “People get hooked,”said Appleman. “Whether you are a pilot, rider or someone who just loves seeing them in the sky, balloons are now part of our history, our culture and our landscape. It’s a great symbol of New Mexico.”

For more information on the fiesta visit balloonfiesta.com. The Balloon Fiesta is definitely the star of the show in the fall, but there are plenty of other New Mexico attractions in the winter as well. Here are a few other events accessible by taking the train:

Bugg Lights Display, Belen, NM Albuquerque’s Bugg family believed in the true beauty of Christmas. To them, that meant lights, lights, and more lights. Norman and Joyce Bugg of Albuquerque started a holiday light display at their home in the 1970s. Because of the incredible traffic it generated in their neighborhood over the

years, the collection of animated figures, such as Snoopy skating on an ice rink and a Ferris wheel, were donated to the New Mexico Multicultural Foundation in 2002.

The display was continued at ¡Traditions! off Interstate 25 at the Budaghers exit for a few more years. But when that property was sold, a statewide search began in 2007 for a new home for the Bugg Lights. With requests from cities across the state, in addition to a few from outside New Mexico, Albuquerque’s Menaul School was selected to receive the Bugg Lights. The Menaul School kept it for a few years until the display moved to Belen, where it has been the last two years.

“We are pleased to have the lights,” said Ronnie Torres, museum technician at Belen’s Harvey House Museum, which hosts the Bugg Lights. “This display generates hundreds of spectators each night of the holiday season, and it draws more people into our town and into the Harvey House Museum.”

For more information on the display, dates and hours of operation for the Harvey House Museum, visit belen-nm.gov.

Santa Fe Railyard One of Santa Fe’s growing commercial and social districts is the Santa Fe Railyard, which takes up 50 acres in downtown Santa Fe. It’s just steps from the Santa Fe Depot, the northernmost Rail Runner stop.

One of the most popular sections of the Railyard is the large Farmers Market, where visitors can shop for fresh, local produce, homemade goods, and enjoy live entertainment. The Farmers Market is open year-round, and offers warmth during the winter months with an indoor facility.

The Railyard also includes a variety of cultural, culinary and shopping destinations. A youth art and cultural center, REI, and Second Street Brewery are all located within the Railyard. They are complemented by contemporary art galleries and shops. At the south end, there is a plaza and pedestrian promenade, as well as children’s play areas and plantings.

The newest addition to the Railyard is the trendy Violet Crown Theater, where patrons can watch a movie, order food and beverages, including beer and wine, and have them delivered to their seats.

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Can’t Get Enough Art Winter doesn’t slow down the arts scene in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. At Winter Spanish Market, November 27-28 in Albuquerque, more than 100 of the finest artists participate who embrace the traditional Spanish Colonial arts. Visitors can expect to see santos, tinwork, straw appliqué, weaving, pottery, precious metal, colcha, bone carving, furniture, woodcarving and utilitarian objects, all traditions endorsed by Spanish Colonial Arts of New Mexico. Several live demonstrations by some of the artists will be offered, and visitors will have the opportunity to meet and talk with the artists throughout the event. spanishcolonialblog.org.

The Annual Winter Indian Market® is held every Thanksgiving weekend at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center in Santa Fe. A smaller, more intimate version of summer Santa Fe Indian Market®, Winter Indian Market is held during Santa Fe’s magical winter season. It takes place November 27-28, and gives visitors an opportunity to spend time interacting with their favorite artists and the opportunity to discover new ones. swaia.org

For more events this fall and winter that are easy to access from various Rail Runner stations, please see the calendar listing on page 36.


Riding the Rail for Fall and Winter Fun

The motorcycle Santa is part of the Bugg Light display at the Belen Harvey House Museum. Photo courtesy of Donald Woodman.

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The television and film industry discovered New Mexico, and now it has found the commuter train cuts a mighty fine figure on screen as well. The Rail Runner appeared in the background of several episodes of the Emmy Award winning series Breaking Bad. The show’s spin-off, Better Call Saul, also took a shine to the train and was highlighted in an episode in the first season. It seems that trains, at least the one in New Mexico with its modern look and roadrunner design, looks quite fetching to producers and directors. “There is something special about a train on the big screen,” said Jim Graebner, a production specialist who has been part of New Mexico’s film industry growth since the beginning. He also is the director of the film technicians training program for Central New Mexico Community College. “I think the Rail Runner has a streamlined 1930s look to it with futuristic Art Deco lines,” he said. “That makes it a good fit for film and TV hearkening back to the movies like ‘20th Century’ with John Barrymore and Carole Lombard spending most of their time in the flick on a train.” Last August, crews with Better Call Saul reserved the train for an eight-hour shoot in Downtown Albuquerque. The new series debuted in February 2015. The episode with the Rail Runner showed aerial footage of the train traveling through Waldo Canyon, south of Santa Fe. But most of the scene takes place onboard the train and at the Alvarado Transportation Center in Albuquerque. One of the show’s major characters, Mike Ehrmantraut, played by Jonathan Banks, appears in the scene. There are even a few Rail Runner employees in the scene who were cast as extras. Catch it online- it’s worth the look back. There was an additional scene filmed inside the ABQ RIDE lobby at the Alvarado Transportation Center. Since the show is a prequel to Breaking Bad, the Rail Runner staff supplied the Better Call Saul production crew with posters and ads of the New Mexico Rail Runner to cover up dated materials on the flat screen LED panels inside the lobby. “While we are very excited about the opportunity to

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The largest steam engine passenger train in the world may soon grace the New Mexico railway system before the end of 2015, and the Rail Runner Express supports the efforts. The New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society is spearheading the restoration of Engine 2926. It was built in 1944, and is one of the last 30 left in the world. This engine was once parked at Coronado Park in the downtown Albuquerque area. It has since been moved to its reconditioning home near 8th Street and I-40. “Many of us old guys worried about the engine,” said Steven Bradford, community liaison for the society. “In 1999, the mayor sold us the engine for $1. We moved it out of the park and it cost us $165,000 to move. But we did it because it is so important.” The restoration project has cost about $1.9 million dollars, and those who believe in it hope others will be able to see the value in keeping this piece of history alive. “We could conceivably be back in steam in 2015, for the

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get operational, and that is ongoing. “We’ve been hiding in plain sight,” Bradford said. “It’s ironic that people helping us are either war birds (war veterans) or they are the ’57 Chevy types. What they have in common is that they have an appreciation of where things came from and they want to help us restore them.”

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The engine’s home was in Albuquerque’s Coronado Park for years before the restoration project began. Photo courtesy of The New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society.

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Bianca Gachupin started having problems with her pregnancy nearly three months before her due date. Her stress and worry about her baby’s health came full circle when she delivered baby Haiden Braylee in March, nearly 13 weeks premature. “She weighed less than two pounds and we were really scared,” Gachupin said. “They told me she was going to have to be in the hospital for a very long time. I knew it was not going to be easy, but we just knew she was a fighter.” Having her baby in the hospital was difficult, and made more so because Gachupin and her boyfriend, Julian Shije, are from Zia Pueblo and do not have a car. For three months, they relied on the New Mexico Rail Runner Express to get them to the hospital and back home. They took the Rio Metro Route 204 bus from Zia Pueblo and caught the Rail Runner at the Sandoval/US 550 Station to Downtown ABQ. From there they boarded a city bus to Presbyterian Hospital, where Haiden was in the neo-natal intensive care unit. Gachupin and Shije had this routine nearly every day for three straight months while their baby fought for her life. “The Rail Runner was there for us when we needed it most,” Gachupin said. “It was transportation that we didn’t have. But with the train, we were able to be there to watch her grow and get healthy. We didn’t have to stay away very long at all, and that was how we wanted it. This was my newborn and I didn’t want to miss a minute without her.” The couple would set out to Albuquerque by 7 a.m. They would return on the final train for the evening and usually be back at

Zia Pueblo by 10:30 p.m. “I wouldn’t say it was the easiest thing we have ever done,” said Shije. “But it was necessary, and we were glad the Rail Runner was a convenience we would have not had to see our baby.” The couple is happy to see Haiden thriving. Today, four months old, the baby weighs in at a healthy 8 pounds and has stretched from just 13 inches long at birth to 22 inches long today. She is a feisty, happy, chubby little girl with long eyelashes, said momma. “We still love the train,” Gachupin said. “But now we ride it with smiles on our faces.” And baby on board!

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There is no shortage of activities for all in the family in Farmington. The variety creates a virtual playground for adults and children alike. Outdoor activities? Definitely. What’s your greatest pleasure? Nature photography, hiking, mountain biking, off-roading, fly-fishing in a riverine wonderland, golfing in high-desert beauty, or maybe exploring the mysterious Bisti Badlands? Farmington is surrounded with fascinating national parks and monuments. Visit the Aztec Ruins and Salmon Ruins nearby or take a day trip to the grandest ruins of all at Chaco Canyon. Let your children—and their imaginations—wander among the remains of earlier civilizations. Stay in town and visit the Farmington Museum to learn more about the history of this intriguing area. You’ll discover why Farmington was named “The Official Best Family Getaway in New Mexico – 2013” by www.officialbestof.com. Incorporated in 1901, with a population of 546, Farmington today is a city of about 45,000 people. Its main industries are oil and gas extraction and coal mining. Farmington is also the home of San Juan College, a two-year institution. It is located at the juncture of the Animas, La Plata and San Juan rivers, and is a commercial center for four states. As such, Farmington is the gateway to the Four Corners, a geographic spot where New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado meet in 90-degree angles. Visit the commemorative installation and stand in four states at once! The Four Corners area is the traditional homeland to the Navajo Nation, the largest Indian tribe in the United States, with roughly one-third of its population living in New Mexico. The Navajo reservation covers more than 27,000 square miles throughout Utah, Arizona and New Mexico, and its lands border Farmington. Navajo and other Native American arts can be found in trading posts and galleries in Farmington, and the Navajo culture has added to the fabric of life in the city. Farmington also has a number of signature events each year that add to the excitement of visiting this charming city.

Upcoming events include:

Road Apple Rally – Oct. 3, Lions Wilderness Park. The Road Apple Rally is the longest-running annual mountain bike race in the U.S.

Four Corners Storytelling Festival – Oct. 9-10, Berg Park and Totah Theater. Kick back and listen to traditional tales told by some of the very best national and local storytellers. This festival features stories of all varieties: ghost stories, family stories, folklore and myths will delight all ages.

Riverglo – 6 p.m. Dec. 4, Berg Park. Luminarias, bell choirs, carolers and a live nativity transform Berg Park for this holiday celebration.

San Juan College Luminarias – 6 p.m. Dec. 5, San Juan College campus. Each year, San Juan College thanks the community for its support by displaying more than 40,000 luminarias on the campus grounds and buildings.

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Enchanting Socorro—the small city with a wonderful name—is a treasure among New Mexico destinations that lies just south of Albuquerque. Socorro means “help,” derived from the word ‘succor.’ That is precisely what Spanish settlers led by pioneer Don Juan de Onate in 1598 received from the Pire Indians in the region. They had traversed a section of the Nuevo Medico Trail so arid and mean that the conquistadores had given it the name Jornado del Muerte, Journey of the Death. Besides being the home of New Mexico Tech, one of American education’s best-kept secrets, Socorro is an outdoor recreation haven. Escondido Lake and Park offers fishing and camping, RV hookups, tent sites, bathrooms and potable water. Box Canyon Recreation Area is a popular site for camping, hiking and rock climbing. Elephant Butte Dam and its recreation sites are to the south. Locales for less strenuous nature walking also exist. In Socorro’s historic district, beautiful Elfego Baca Heritage Park is where you’ll

learn about one of New Mexico’s legendary lawmen, and serene Isidro Baca Park honors Socorroans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. There is also a thriving contemporary arts scene in downtown Socorro. The annual downtown Art Stroll is scheduled for Dec. 5. The historic Hammel Museum is open from 9 a.m. to noon the 1st Saturday of each month. According to its website, the museum started as a beer garden and, in the intervening century, became successively a brewery, an ice plant, a soda bottling plant, and finally ended as an active industry still making ice. The ice plant closed in the mid-1950s and is now preserved and managed by the Socorro County Historical Society as a museum. The national Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array, one of the world’s premier astronomical radio observatories, is located on the Plains of San Agustin 50 miles west of Socorro. It consists of twenty-seven 25-meter-diameter radio antennas in a Y-shaped configuration. Guided tours are conducted at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month. The VLA site and Visitor Center are open daily from 8:30 a.m. until sunset.

Enchanting Socorro: A Treasure Among NM Destinations


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Socorro Events1ST SATURDAY EVENTS

The first Saturday of each month our historic Hammel Museum is open to the Public from 9 am - noon Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array conducts guided tours from 11 am – 5 pmNew Mexico Tech hosts 1st Saturday Star Party at Etscorn Observatory at 8 pm

SAN MIGUEL FIESTA - Sept. 25th – Sept. 27th. This decades long annual tradition is always a hit. Enjoy excellent music, delicious food, arts & crafts and much more!

13TH ANNUAL SOCORROFEST- Oct.10th-Oct 11th in Socorro’s historic Plaza. Arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, live music all day, spirits tent, childrens activities.

22ND ANNUAL ENCHANTED SKIES STAR PARTY- Oct. 14th- Oct. 17th in Magdalena, NM. Family friendly star viewing by night with daytime activities. Knowledgeable astronomers on hand for fascinating programs.

SOCORRO OCTOBERFEST- Oct. 24th- Oct. 25th All Day in Sedillo Park- Come enjoy live music, great food, arts and crafts vendors and lots of fun!

28TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE CRANES-Nov.17th- Nov.22 at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. The winter migration of the Sandhill Cranes attracts birders from around the world. Come experience this spectacular annual event that is both fun and interesting.

FESTIVAL OF THE CRANES ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR- Nov. 20th – Nov. 22nd- All day in Socorro at the historic Garcia Opera House. Regional artists display and sell their wide variety of extraordinary arts and crafts. Enjoy local music talent as well.

LUMINARIAS ON THE PLAZA AND CHRISTMAS ELECTRIC LIGHT PARADE- Dec. 5th in Socorro’s Historic Plaza and Sedillo Park. The Christmas spirit comes alive in a spectacular arts & crafts stroll from shop to shop. Enjoy food, beverages and entertainment as well as a magical evening of lights and color with the parade.

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New Mexico Tech, widely considered one of the best bargains in the competitive world of STEM universities, is honoring its storied history by opening a new Minerals Museum at its Socorro main campus this fall in the new Bureau of Geology building. Noted for its undergraduate and graduate school opportunities, New Mexico Tech offers more than 30 bachelor of science degrees in technology, the sciences, engineering, mathematics, and technical communication, as well as graduate degrees at the master’s and doctoral levels. New Mexico Tech is considered one of the best small STEM universities in North America. Tech has been ranked #2 in The Wall Street Journal as “Best Public University for Return on Investment.” USA Today ranks Tech #2 as a “Best Value College” and the #8 spot for the “Top 10 Engineering Programs, Nationally,” and it is ranked # 3 by U.S. News & World Report in the “Best Value Colleges” category. The National Science Foundation’s Baccalaureate Origins of Science and Engineering Doctorate Recipients ranked New Mexico Tech as the top public university in the nation in percentage of students receiving a bachelor’s degree who go on to receive a Ph.D. As for the museum, its transition has been going on all summer. The mineral museum will double its mineral

display from 2,500 specimens to more than 5,000 as the museum relocates to

the newly constructed New Mexico Bureau of Geology Building, otherwise known as

the Charles and Jessie Headen Center. May 1 marked the beginning of the transition from the old mineral museum location in the Gold Building to the new, New Mexico Bureau of Geology on the northeast corner of the New Mexico Tech campus. According to a history compiled by Robert Eveleth, the Bureau’s Senior Mining Engineer (retired), the museum was established in 1899 and has since been one of the largest and most luminous collections in the world. The original mineral collection, in fact, won an award in the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. Originally designed for educational use, the collection has become a public archive of mineral history. On July 5, 1928, the entire original museum collection was destroyed when the Old Main Building caught fire. Everything except a few vital records in a fire-proof safe was lost to the flames. Edgar H. Wells, the school president in 1925 and the first Bureau of Mines director, commenced rebuilding the museum, relocating it to Brown Hall, Old Main’s replacement. The collection continued its growth over the ensuing decades, and was cataloged on a computerized

system around 1970. The complete collection now totals more than 15,000 specimens. Even with so many specimens

in the collection, the museum’s new location in the new Bureau of Geology

Building accommodates the collection’s increasing

size. Overall, the new mineral museum is sure to become another amazing reason to visit Socorro and New Mexico Tech once it reopens this fall.

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Mineral MuseumNOW OPEN!

The new 85,000 square foot building on the New Mexico Tech Campus houses a collection of 15,000 mineral specimans. Geologic maps and publications are available for sale in the Publications Office.

A Silent Auction, sponsored by the Albuquerque Gem and Mineral Club for the benefit of the Mineral Museum, will be held on Sunday afternoon, November 15, 2015. The auction will be open to the public.

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If you’re wishing you could stretch the pleasures of summer into fall’s cooler months, you’d do well to check out Albuquerque’s new Hotel Cascada, home of New Mexico’s only indoor water park. Cascada means “cascade” in Spanish, and that could be describing the Flowrider, a fast-moving, double interactive wave rider (think surfing), pumping 32,000 gallons of water per minute into the hotel’s ABQ Surf n’ Slide Waterpark. It will get your heart pumping, too. Conveniently located at Menaul and Carlisle in midtown just off Interstate 40, and only 10 minutes from Albuquerque’s International Sunport, Hotel Cascada is accurately termed an urban

resort. It has everything you would expect in an upscale hotel: 295 guest rooms furnished in contemporary comfort, fitness facilities, indoor and outdoor meeting space, an indoor pool and atrium, and for the young at heart, the waterpark.

It took three years and $18.3 million to build this fantasia of 175,000 gallons of water flowing through lazy river rides, fast-twisting water slides, and calm, relaxing wading pools – in addition to the Flowrider. The ABQ Surf n’ Slide Waterpark is open to guests, non-guests and local residents. For times and rates, check www.thehotelcascada.com, or call (505) 888-3311 for more information about Cascada’s Surf School. The hotel also offers Altitude Sports Grill, featuring wide screens in addition to elevated food and bar drinks. Hotel Cascada is a great local asset, a place to enjoy a visit to New Mexico, and an ideal spot for a weekend getaway or staycation. It’s your resort!

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The Candy Lady has moved to a new location at 424 San Felipe NW. Albuquerque’s popular sweet shop is still in Old Town, just east of its former location that dates back to 1980. The Candy Lady’s business is firmly based on two things: great candy and great service. “We make several kinds of fudge, with and without chile; bonbons and truffles with caramel and nuts, chocolate-dipped strawberries and we have 60 varieties of licorice,” she says. “When people come in, we greet them and give them samples and visit with them to see what they’d like. I don’t think anybody can beat us for customer service. That’s why people come back.” Most recently, The Candy Lady has gained fame as a one-stop shop for “Breaking Bad” items, including crushed blue crystal candy, T-shirts, coffee cups, the Heisenburg hat, custom PEZ dispensers, lapel pins and more. And as always, The Candy Lady retains its X-rated confections that earned the shop widespread media coverage in its early years. (Remember when North Valley churchgoers expressed their objections by picketing in front of the store in the early 80’s?) Debbie Ball is still owner of The Candy Lady and is usually working at the store while giving customers her special perspectives on life and chocolate. Stop and say “hi” when you get a chance!


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Albuquerque so they could enter the witness protection program. In Plain Sight was picked up for five seasons on USA. In the final

season, the train was again part of the show as Mary and Marshall, the show’s main characters, were putting someone on the train at the Sandia Pueblo Station.

Films/Shows Featuring the New Mexico Rail Runner Express

• Breaking Bad – Television series on the AMC Network starring Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn and Aaron Paul.• In Plain Sight – Television series on the USA Network starring Mary MacCormack and Frederick Weller.• Better Call Saul – Television series appearing on the AMC Network starring Bob Odenkirk.• Crash – Television series on the Starz Network starring Dennis Hopper.• The Messengers- Television series appearing on the CW Network starring Mario Moreno.• Killer Women – Television series on ABC starring Tricia Helfer.• MacGruber – Major motion film starring Will Forte.• Wild Hogs – Major motion film starring Tim Allen, Martin Lawrence and John Travolta.• The Great Food Truck Race – Reality TV series on the Food Network. • Documentaries – Several programs and documentaries have featured the Rail Runner, including international programs from France, Japan and London.

Film Industry All Aboard the Rail Runner Expresscontinued from page 9

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Some of the best aspects of living or visiting New Mexico are the unfettered vistas possible from various locations around the state. That makes for great road trips and great al fresco dining. Backstreet Grill and Tap Room in Old Town has come on strong in the Albuquerque patio restaurant scene.

The restaurant is all about Baja inspired recipes. The menu is hot and the brews are cold and when the weather is warm the patio is where you want to be. With its friendly restaurant management and staff, Backstreet is gaining popularity and lately, its patio is generating kudos from patrons posting on local online dining sites. “Backstreet Grill is a classy place and we chose to enjoy our meal on the patio,” posted one customer. “As we enjoyed

the fantastic tacos and great beer the day slowly gave way to the twilight of the evening. A storm was quietly blowing in and the light rain pelted the overly large umbrella that covers our table and chairs. It was a perfect example of New Mexican hospitality by both the restaurant and the land itself. As lightening streaked the sky we sat back and enjoyed the closing darkness and could not think of a better place to be.” Backstreet first opened in 2012. In June 2014, owner Joyce Battaglia moved the restaurant into a bigger space adjacent to the Albuquerque Museum on the north side of Old Town that allowed for this type of large patio. The relocation was a good move for chef Christopher James Cordova who expanded the menu to include food that makes for great outdoor eating. With the Sandia Mountains in the background, diners certainly have more than cars and people to look at while they eat. “We know how special this space is,” Cordova said. “Our goal all along has been to combine delicious food and drinks that compliment a lovely evening or afternoon outside on the patio. Our customers are telling us that we are doing a great job meeting our goal.” Cordova said the patio has been generating a lot of excitement. To add to it, the restaurant has a happy hour Sunday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., which includes discounted appetizers and $2 draft beers. We stopped by for happy hour just to take it all in. Tableside guacamole is made for the patio, and this one doesn’t disappoint. It has a non-traditional twist of citrus that is delicious. We also opted for the adult mac n cheese, adding both bacon and green chile. My dinner companion had one of the many brews on tap, and I had a glass of pinot grigio. It was a perfect happy hour and it made us want to stay for dinner. Backstreet may always be known for its selection of tacos, but there are plenty of other options to satisfy various tastes, including specialty gourmet pizza, burgers and sandwiches. The tap room portion of Backstreet offers local craft beers, with an emphasis on those from Albuquerque’s La Cumbre Brewing Co. Wine and spirits are also offered. Backstreet Grill is now found at 1919 Old Town Road NW, Suite 6. The phone number is 842-5434.

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Visitors to Church Street Café in Old Town find it difficult to say which they find more enjoyable—the ambiance of a 305-year-old authentic New Mexican adobe house or the sumptuous smells and tastes of fourth-generation New Mexico comidas. The café’s welcoming garden patio - previously the back yard for generations of family and a few chickens - invites relaxation beneath a grand old cottonwood. In these pleasant surroundings, you can treat yourself to food made by recipes handed down for four generations on the Spanish side of owner Marie Emily Coleman’s family. Dishes include calabacitas (squash, onions and chiles), quelites (spinach), carne adovado (baked pork marinated in red chile), posole (a hominy-corn specialty), contemporary-style chiles rellenos (chiles stuffed with cheese) and old-fashion rellenos (shredded pork and cheese battered and fried), plus of course the ubiquitous sopaipillas. Coleman acquired the property in 1993. Built in 1709, the house and land had been in the same family for the previous 284 years. “It was melting into the earth,” she says. Restoring

it, she adds, was “probably the most fun I’ve ever had.” A doorknob became the handle on the chimney damper. Wood removed from the old ceilings was used to build the bathroom stalls. Coleman added a glassed atrium that looks out on her lovely back “secret garden.” The restoration evolved into a treasure hunt—a nicho in the adobe wall displays trove-like an old baby shoe, newspapers from the 1920s and a Valentine with a 2-cent stamp. Church Street Café is a natural for tourists, as well as locals who enjoy its evocative surroundings and delicious menu. Coleman says she welcomes a new influx of visitors from the train. “It’s good for us,” she says gratefully – “and we’re good for its passengers.”

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The gallery vibe at Genuine Southwest Art & Gifts shop is no coincidence. Owners Valerie Isenhower and Charlene Kalbfell have worked over the last two years to create one of the most unique and comfortable local artist-owned shops in the Old Town area. Isenhower is a photographer who captures the culture of New Mexico, and Kalbfell makes jewelry using natural stones and crystals. An additional 30 local artists are represented at the shop, which features eclectic work reflective of the New Mexico culture. Patrons will find hand-punched tin work, tapestries, hand-painted ceramics and wine glasses, paintings, pottery, copper artwork, stained glass and blown glass, bolo ties, stone and glass jewelry, photographs capturing the landscape as well as the culture, Micaceous clay pottery, purses, recycled glass cheese boards and more. The wood work includes everything from hand-turned bowls to bottle stoppers and rolling pins, as well as crosses. Genuine Southwest, which opened in 2013 with 1,000 square feet, added another 500 square feet in February. The rustic space has high wooden beamed tin ceilings and open rafters where tapestries hang. “We wanted to create a space that encouraged our customers to visualize how a beautiful piece of New Mexican art from our store would fit into their lives,” Isenhower said. “The open, comfortable feel allows our customers to browse and see everything we have to offer.” The shop shares a parking lot with the Albuquerque Museum and Backstreet Grill at 1919 Old Town Road in the Hacienda Plaza. For more information on Genuine Southwest Art and Gifts, visit www.genuinesouthwest.com. The store is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays.

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On the evening of each first Saturday, “Night Sky observing” is offered at Etscorn Observatory beginning at dusk on the campus of NM Tech in Socorro. The Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is an ornithologists’ paradise, where thousands of sandhill cranes (and the occasional whoopers), snow geese, bald eagles and other birds overwinter in fields and marshes each year. The Festival of the Cranes, just before Thanksgiving in November, celebrates the arrival of the “birds of heaven” with guided tours, unparalleled photography opportunities and lectures. Bosque del Apache is a true conservation success story.

Other upcoming Socorro events include:• NM Tech President’s Golf Tournament, Thursday, Sept. 17– Friday, Sept. 18.• San Miguel Mission Fiesta, Friday, Sept. 25 – Sunday, Sept. 27. • Captain Laura S. Haines M Mountain Fly-In, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26.• Socorrofest, noon-10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10 –Sunday, Oct. 11.• Octoberfest, Saturday, Oct. 24th – Sunday, Oct. 25th, all day.• Festival of the Cranes, Tuesday, Nov. 17 – Sunday, Nov. 22, all day; Festival of the Cranes Crafts Fair, at Garcia Opera House, Friday, Nov. 20 – Sunday, Nov. 22, all day.• Luminarias on the Plaza, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5; Christmas Electric Light Parade, 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5.• St. Patrick’s Blues Festival, 2-10 p.m., Saturday, March 12, 2016.• Community Youth Fishing Derby, 7 a.m. Saturday, March 19, 2016.

City of Socorro, (575) 835-0240; www.socorronm.gov; www.facebook.com/socorronm

Enchanting Socorro: A Treasure Among NM Destinationscontinued from page 16

San Lorenzo Canyon, known for its beautiful and interesting rock formations, is an area used for outdoor recreation such as rock climbing, hiking, and camping.

As a conductor and engineer at Amtrak for 20 years, Phillis Worthy said she almost felt invisible to train riders. These days, as a transportation supervisor, Worthy is out there, front and center, as the smiling happy face of the Rail Runner Express. She greets patrons, talks to the crew and listens to riders who have mostly wonderful things to say about New Mexico’s 9-year-old commuter train line. “I just love it,” said Worthy, who is in her seventh year with the Rail Runner. “It’s really great to be in the train, talking to people and getting the chance to see our train in action. I like greeting the riders and they seem to appreciate that we are there too, making sure things run smoothly.” Worthy said riders are happy to tell her what they think of the train. “And I would say that I never hear anything negative,” she said. “They always offer some constructive ideas, and usually they want more trains. That’s a great thing. I’ve never heard anyone say they wish the train would just go away.” As a transportation supervisor, Worthy’s duties include overseeing the conductors and engineers, operational testing, ensuring compliance to all federal and local rules and regulations, and generally making sure the trains are running smoothly. By far, the favorite aspect of her job is meeting the riders. Worthy, who lives in Rio Rancho with her husband, Ferdinand Dawson, was semi-retired when she moved to New Mexico to help her husband run his trucking company. Something about being semi-retired didn’t quite sit well with Worthy.

“Shoot, I’ve been working since I was 12 years old,” said Worthy, 55. “I wasn’t going to be happy semi-retired. And the fact that I could work for a train company again really made my day.” When she was hired seven years ago, she started where she left off in Los Angeles – as a conductor and engineer. She quickly ascended the ranks and was promoted to transportation supervisor about two years ago. Leaving the driver’s seat was a good decision for Worthy. “I’m just looking forward to more wonderful years on this train,” she said. “New Mexico should be very proud of what it has here in the Rail Runner. I know I’m very proud of it.”

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A night out at the movies looks a little different in Santa Fe now that Violet Crown Santa Fe has entered the picture. Boasting 11 auditoriums, 10 that seat 60, and one 150-seat auditorium, the theater in the Santa Fe Railyard district is getting a lot of positive attention. “It is the most enjoyable time I have had in a long time at the movie theater,” said Francis Richards, 80, of Santa Fe. “I went to the movies at least three times in one month. That was something out of the ordinary for me.” Violet Crown Santa Fe is the sister theater to the Violet Crown Austin, a four-screen cinema with 50-seat auditoriums that opened in 2011. It is owned by Bill Banowsky, a businessman based in Austin and Santa Fe, who thought the movie-going culture needed a paradigm shift. “I’ve been in the cinema business for the past 15 years,” he said. “One of the things I noticed years ago was that seldom are there more than 50 people in an auditorium in any theater anywhere Monday through Thursday, day or night. And that 75 percent of the cinema business occurs on the weekend, and cinema buildings are designed and built large for large weekend business.” That means that during the weekdays, large cinemas have a lot of wasted space. “We decided to change the cinema business model in a couple of ways,” Banowsky said. “First, we wanted to elevate the entire evening-out experience, with great hospitality service, excellent food and drinks, and an inviting and warm atmosphere. Second, we wanted to create a different scale for the cinema experience… - wall-to-wall screens, great sight lines, and a large theatrical experience in a smaller, more intimate and comfortable space. It is much more enjoyable to

watch a film with 20 others in a 60 seat auditorium than in a 400 seat auditorium.” “It comes down to the quality of the overall

experience, including film programming, auditorium presentation, customer service, and food and beverage offerings.” Violet Crown Santa Fe’s restaurant offers entrees with an emphasis on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients when available, all delivered in a fast and casual setting. Chef-prepared entrees include chicken pibil, grilled New York steak, fresh salads and a variety of gourmet pizzas cooked in a stone hearth oven. Top it off, or start it off, with Violet Crown’s beer and wine bar, which has 30 rotating taps of craft beer, plus wine and cider. For the traditionalist, Violet Crown does have buttery popcorn and boxes of candy. Programming is as varied as the food. Patrons can still get their fill of “Ant Man” and the next 3D holiday blockbuster, but they can also choose from a mix of art, independent, foreign language and documentary films. “Partnering with organizations such as SITE Santa Fe, New Mexico Film Foundation and Santa Fe Independent Film Festival, among others, allows us the opportunity to provide a more diverse film program to the Santa Fe community,” Banowsky said. The theater has 60 employees who help to make comfortable the 732 seated patrons. Ticket prices are on average the same as at conventional theaters. It’s not a luxury ticket price, just a luxury seat and experience. In all, whether you live in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, northern New Mexico, or you are just visiting, you owe yourself a visit to the movies at Violet Crown.


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0:00 Train arrives but does not continueTren llega hasta este punto pero no continua

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Designated QUIET CAR ServiceOnly cars nearest to locomotive are Quiet Cars

READING THE SCHEDULE

1. Decide whether you are going north(at top) or south (at bottom).

2. On the left-hand side, find the stationfrom which you are leaving.

3. Read across to find the times the RailRunner departs from that station.

4. From there, read down to find what timethe Rail Runner will arrive at the station to which you are traveling.

COMO LEER EL HORARIO1. Decida si va a ir hacia el norte o hacia el sur

2. A la izquierda, busque la estación de donde va a salir

3. Lea hacia la derecha hasta encontrar la hora que el tren sale de la estación de su preferencia

4. De alli, lea hacia abajo hasta encontrar la hora que el tren llega a la estación de su preferencia

CONTACT/CONTACTO

866-795-RAIL (7245) www.nmrailrunner.comCustomer Service Hrs. Mon.-Fri. 5am-10pmSat. & Sun. 7am-10pm Horas de Servicio al Cliente: lunes a viernes 5am - 10pm, sábado y domingo 7am - 10pm.

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7:52A

7:58A

8:18A

8:39A

8:54A

8:59A

Southbound / Hacia el Sur

TRAIN STATIONS #501 #503 #507 #509 #511 #513 #515 #101EXPRESS #517 #519 #521

Santa Fe Depot

South Capitol

SF County / NM 599

Kewa

Sandoval / US 550

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandia Pueblo

Los Ranchos / JC

Montaño

Downtown ABQ

Bernalillo County

Isleta Pueblo

Los Lunas

Belen

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

4:30P

4:38P

4:45P

4:58P

5:08P

5:39A

5:43A

6:01A

6:19A

6:38A

6:43A

6:52A

6:57A

7:02A

7:10A

7:19A

7:27A

7:39A

7:50A

7:13A

7:18A

7:37A

7:55A

8:14A

8:18A

8:27A

8:32A

8:37A

8:45A

–

–

–

–

1:02P

1:07P

1:26P

1:44P

2:03P

2:07P

2:16P

2:21P

2:26P

2:37P

2:45P

2:52P

3:05P

3:15P

4:15P

4:20P

4:39P

4:57P

5:16P

5:20P

5:29P

5:34P

5:39P

5:50P

5:57P

6:06P

6:22P

6:33P

5:30P

5:35P

5:54P

6:12P

6:31P

6:35P

6:44P

6:49P

6:54P

7:02P

7:09P

7:17P

7:31P

7:42P

6:46P

6:51P

7:10P

7:28P

7:47P

7:51P

8:00P

8:05P

8:10P

8:18P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

4:45A

4:53A

5:01A

5:13A

5:24A

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

5:30A

5:41A

5:49A

6:06A

6:17A

9:00P

9:05P

9:24P

9:42P

10:01P

10:05P

10:14P

10:19P

10:24P

10:32P

–

–

–

–

5:04P

5:09P

5:26P

–

6:02P

–

–

6:14P

–

6:25P

–

–

–

–

/ Hacia el Norte

7:01P

7:12P

7:26P

7:35P

7:42P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

7:57P

8:08P

8:22P

8:31P

8:38P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

8:04A

8:15A

8:27A

8:35A

8:42A

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Shown are departure time unless otherwise noted

Schedule Effective April 7th, 2014 Horario efectivo a partir del 7 de abril del 2014 abril 2014 Shown are departure times, unless otherwise noted.

Horario demuestra tiempos de salida a no ser que se indique lo contrario.

LUNES A VIERNES

Monday through Fridaylunes a viernes

RAIL RUNNER EXPRESS


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Weekday Schedule

0:00 Train arrives but does not continueTren llega hasta este punto pero no continua

Significa el tren no hace parada Means train does not stop

Designated QUIET CAR ServiceOnly cars nearest to locomotive are Quiet Cars

READING THE SCHEDULE

1. Decide whether you are going north(at top) or south (at bottom).

2. On the left-hand side, find the stationfrom which you are leaving.

3. Read across to find the times the RailRunner departs from that station.

4. From there, read down to find what timethe Rail Runner will arrive at the station to which you are traveling.

COMO LEER EL HORARIO1. Decida si va a ir hacia el norte o hacia el sur

2. A la izquierda, busque la estación de donde va a salir

3. Lea hacia la derecha hasta encontrar la hora que el tren sale de la estación de su preferencia

4. De alli, lea hacia abajo hasta encontrar la hora que el tren llega a la estación de su preferencia

CONTACT/CONTACTO

866-795-RAIL (7245) www.nmrailrunner.comCustomer Service Hrs. Mon.-Fri. 5am-10pmSat. & Sun. 7am-10pm Horas de Servicio al Cliente: lunes a viernes 5am - 10pm, sábado y domingo 7am - 10pm.

READ DOWN

ESTACIONES DE TREN

LEA HACIA ABAJO

READ DOWN

ESTACIONES DE TREN

LEA HACIA ABAJO

Northbound

TRAIN STATIONS

–

–

–

–

9:35A

9:44A

9:50A

9:55A

10:03A

10:08A

10:28A

10:51A

11:11A

11:16A

3:40P

3:51P

4:04P

4:11P

4:26P

4:35P

4:41P

4:46P

4:54P

4:59P

5:19P

5:43P

5:58P

6:03P

5:51P

6:01P

6:16P

6:29P

6:48P

6:58P

7:06P

7:12P

7:26P

7:31P

7:50P

8:13P

8:33P

8:38P

–

–

–

–

5:34P

5:43P

5:49P

5:54P

6:07P

6:12P

6:34P

6:57P

7:17P

7:22P

#516 #518 #520#502 #504 #102EXPRESS #506 #508 #510 #514#512

Belen

Los Lunas

Isleta Pueblo

Bernalillo County

Downtown ABQ

Montaño

Los Ranchos / JC

Sandia Pueblo

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandoval / US 550

Kewa

SF County / NM 599

South Capitol

Santa Fe Depot

5:39A

5:49A

6:02A

6:10A

6:22A

–

6:34A

–

–

6:46A

7:05A

7:24A

7:40A

7:45A

–

–

–

–

4:32A

4:41A

4:47A

4:52A

5:01A

5:05A

5:25A

5:48A

6:08A

6:13A

–

–

–

–

5:02A

5:11A

5:17A

5:22A

5:31A

5:35A

5:55A

6:18A

6:38A

6:43A

6:35A

6:46A

6:59A

7:06A

7:19A

7:29A

7:36A

7:42A

7:52A

7:58A

8:18A

8:39A

8:54A

8:59A

Southbound / Hacia el Sur

TRAIN STATIONS #501 #503 #507 #509 #511 #513 #515 #101EXPRESS #517 #519 #521

Santa Fe Depot

South Capitol

SF County / NM 599

Kewa

Sandoval / US 550

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandia Pueblo

Los Ranchos / JC

Montaño

Downtown ABQ

Bernalillo County

Isleta Pueblo

Los Lunas

Belen

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

4:30P

4:38P

4:45P

4:58P

5:08P

5:39A

5:43A

6:01A

6:19A

6:38A

6:43A

6:52A

6:57A

7:02A

7:10A

7:19A

7:27A

7:39A

7:50A

7:13A

7:18A

7:37A

7:55A

8:14A

8:18A

8:27A

8:32A

8:37A

8:45A

–

–

–

–

1:02P

1:07P

1:26P

1:44P

2:03P

2:07P

2:16P

2:21P

2:26P

2:37P

2:45P

2:52P

3:05P

3:15P

4:15P

4:20P

4:39P

4:57P

5:16P

5:20P

5:29P

5:34P

5:39P

5:50P

5:57P

6:06P

6:22P

6:33P

5:30P

5:35P

5:54P

6:12P

6:31P

6:35P

6:44P

6:49P

6:54P

7:02P

7:09P

7:17P

7:31P

7:42P

6:46P

6:51P

7:10P

7:28P

7:47P

7:51P

8:00P

8:05P

8:10P

8:18P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

4:45A

4:53A

5:01A

5:13A

5:24A

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

5:30A

5:41A

5:49A

6:06A

6:17A

9:00P

9:05P

9:24P

9:42P

10:01P

10:05P

10:14P

10:19P

10:24P

10:32P

–

–

–

–

5:04P

5:09P

5:26P

–

6:02P

–

–

6:14P

–

6:25P

–

–

–

–

/ Hacia el Norte

7:01P

7:12P

7:26P

7:35P

7:42P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

7:57P

8:08P

8:22P

8:31P

8:38P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

8:04A

8:15A

8:27A

8:35A

8:42A

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Shown are departure time unless otherwise noted

Schedule Effective April 7th, 2014 Horario efectivo a partir del 7 de abril del 2014 abril 2014 Shown are departure times, unless otherwise noted.

Horario demuestra tiempos de salida a no ser que se indique lo contrario.

LUNES A VIERNES

Monday through Fridaylunes a viernes

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Weekend Schedule

Saturdaysabado

Shown are departure times, unless otherwise noted. Horario demuestra tiempos de salida a no ser que se indique lo contrario.

LEA HACIA ABAJO

TRAIN STATIONS #701 #703 #705 #709

READ DOWN

Santa Fe Depot

South Capitol

SF County / NM 599

Kewa

Sandoval / US 550

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandia Pueblo

Los Ranchos / JC

Montaño

Downtown ABQ

Bernalillo County

Isleta Pueblo

Los Lunas

Belen

ESTACIONES DE TREN Southbound Sunday / Domingo Hacia el Sur

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

7:28A

7:38A

7:45A

7:56A

8:06A

10:44A

10:49A

11:05A

11:23A

11:41A

11:44A

11:52A

11:57A

12:03P

12:12P

12:22P

12:29P

12:40P

12:50P

3:27P

3:32P

3:48P

4:06P

4:24P

4:27P

4:35P

4:40P

4:46P

4:57P

5:07P

5:14P

5:25P

5:35P

8:12P

8:17P

8:33P

8:51P

9:09P

9:12P

9:20P

9:25P

9:31P

9:40P

–

–

–

–

READ DOWN

TRAIN STATIONS

Belen

Los Lunas

Isleta Pueblo

Bernalillo County

Downtown ABQ

Montaño

Los Ranchos / JC

Sandia Pueblo

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandoval / US 550

Kewa

SF County / NM 599

South Capitol

Santa Fe Depot

#702 #704ESTACIONES DE TREN Northbound Sunday / Domingo Hacia el Norte

8:20A

8:30A

8:41A

8:48A

8:58A

9:07A

9:13A

9:18A

9:26A

9:29A

9:47A

10:08A

10:24A

10:29A

1:04P

1:14P

1:25P

1:32P

1:42P

1:51P

1:57P

2:02P

2:10P

2:13P

2:31P

2:52P

3:08P

3:13P

#706

5:49P

5:59P

6:10P

6:17P

6:27P

6:36P

6:42P

6:47P

6:55P

6:58P

7:16P

7:37P

7:53P

7:58P

LEA HACIA ABAJOREAD DOWN

ESTACIONES DE TREN

TRAIN STATIONS

Belen

Los Lunas

Isleta Pueblo

Bernalillo County

Downtown ABQ

Montaño

Los Ranchos / JC

Sandia Pueblo

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandoval / US 550

Kewa

SF County / NM 599

South Capitol

Santa Fe Depot

#702 #704 #706 #708

Northbound Saturday / Sabado Hacia el Norte

8:20A

8:30A

8:41A

8:48A

8:58A

9:07A

9:13A

9:18A

9:26A

9:29A

9:47A

10:08A

10:24A

10:29A

1:04P

1:14P

1:25P

1:32P

1:42P

1:51P

1:57P

2:02P

2:10P

2:13P

2:31P

2:52P

3:08P

3:13P

5:49P

5:59P

6:10P

6:17P

6:27P

6:36P

6:42P

6:47P

6:55P

6:58P

7:16P

7:37P

7:53P

7:58P

7:44P

7:54P

8:05P

8:12P

8:22P

8:31P

8:37P

8:42P

8:50P

8:53P

9:11P

9:32P

9:48P

9:53P

#710

10:33P

10:43P

10:54P

11:01P

11:09P

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–LEA HACIA ABAJOREAD DOWN

ESTACIONES DE TREN

TRAIN STATIONS #701

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

7:28A

7:38A

7:45A

7:56A

8:06A

#703

10:44A

10:49A

11:05A

11:23A

11:41A

11:44A

11:52A

11:57A

12:03P

12:12P

12:22P

12:29P

12:40P

12:50P

#705

3:27P

3:32P

3:48P

4:06P

4:24P

4:27P

4:35P

4:40P

4:46P

4:57P

5:07P

5:14P

5:25P

5:35P

#707

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

6:48P

6:58P

7:05P

7:16P

7:26P

#709

8:12P

8:17P

8:33P

8:51P

9:09P

9:12P

9:20P

9:25P

9:31P

9:40P

9:50P

9:57P

10:08P

10:18P

#711

10:07P

10:12P

10:28P

10:46P

11:04P

11:07P

11:15P

11:20P

11:26P

11:34P

–

–

–

–

Santa Fe Depot

South Capitol

SF County / NM 599

Kewa

Sandoval / US 550

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandia Pueblo

Los Ranchos / JC

Montaño

Downtown ABQ

Bernalillo County

Isleta Pueblo

Los Lunas

Belen

Southbound Saturday / Sabado Hacia el Sur

FIN DE SEMANA

The Río Metro Regional Transit District is committed to its Title VI obligations. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color or national origin in the delivery of service. To obtain more information on our nondiscrimination obligations or to file a Title VI complaint, contact us at 809 Copper Avenue NW, ABQ, NM 87102.

El Río Metro Regional Transit District esta comprometido a sus obligaciones con Title VI. No discriminamos a base de raza, color o origen nacional al desempeñar nuestro servicio. Para obtener más información sobre nuestra obligación con Title VI o para presentar una queja, favor de contactarnos en 809 Copper NW, ABQ, NM 87102.

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x (Na

tiona

l Gua

rd) a

nd th

e Sa

nta F

e Co

unty

Det

entio

n Ce

nter.

Sant

a Fe

Tra

ils R

oute

22

- Wee

kday

s to

Sant

a Fe

Com

mun

ity

Colle

ge, R

anch

o Vi

ejo an

d IA

IA.

NM

Par

k &

Ride

Pur

ple

Rout

e * - Wee

kday

dire

ct co

nnec

tion

betw

een

the

Rail R

unne

r and

Los A

lamos

.

NM

Par

k &

Ride

Pur

ple

Shut

tle * -

Rout

e to

conn

ect f

rom

the

first

run

of th

e m

ornin

g on

the

NM Pa

rk &

Ride

Purp

le Bu

s Rou

te to

the

Sout

h Ca

pitol

& Sa

nta F

e De

pot

Stat

ions.

Wee

kday

dep

artu

re at

5:1

1 a.m

.

Kewa

Sta

tion

at S

anto

Dom

ingo P

ueblo

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

202

- W

eekd

ays t

o Be

rnali

llo, R

io Ra

ncho

, San

ta

Ana P

ueblo

, Algo

done

s, Sa

nto

Dom

ingo

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lo, C

ochit

i Pue

blo an

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e to

wn

of C

ochit

i Lak

e.

Holly

woo

d Ca

sino

Shu

ttle

at S

an F

elip

e -

Mee

ts so

uthb

ound

train

s 7 d

ays a

wee

k. Ca

ll for

shut

tle ti

mes

.

Sand

oval

Coun

ty/US

550

Sta

tion

Rout

e 50

5-A

- W

eekd

ay ex

pres

s ser

vice t

o Dow

ntow

n Albu

quer

que

befo

re th

e firs

t sou

thbo

und t

rain

of th

e mor

ning.

Sant

a An

a St

ar C

asin

o Sh

uttle

-M

eets

ever

y tra

in, se

ven d

ays a

wee

k.

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sino

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at S

an F

elip

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rthbo

und t

rains

7 da

ys a

week

. Call

for s

huttl

e tim

es.

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

201

- W

eekd

ays t

o Ber

nalill

o and

Ench

ante

d Hills

.

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

204

- W

eekd

ays t

o Ber

nalill

o, no

rther

n Rio

Ranc

ho,

Zia Pu

eblo,

San

Ysid

ro, J

emez

Pueb

lo an

d Jem

ez S

pring

s.

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

202

- W

eeke

days

to B

erna

lillo,

Rio

Ranc

ho, S

anta

An

a Pue

blo, A

lgodo

nes,

Sant

o Do

ming

o Pu

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ueblo

and

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Tow

n of

Coh

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ribal

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nsit

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e - W

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nds t

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rnali

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ia Pu

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Sa

n Ys

idro,

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Jem

ez S

pring

s, La

Que

va an

d Va

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ra N

ation

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ndia

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ort &

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ino

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tleM

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ever

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ays a

wee

k.

Los R

anch

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urna

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ter S

tatio

nAB

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DE R

oute

251

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eekd

ays t

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Jour

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ente

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iness

dis

trict

, Cen

tury

24 Th

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, Cot

tonw

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all, In

tel a

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ncho

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ro R

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505

-B -

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s Lun

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d Be

len be

fore

the f

irst s

outh

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in ru

n.

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oute

157

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all, C

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ente

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town

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town

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quer

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oute

766

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apid

Ride

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ress

rout

e to

acce

ss O

ld To

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he A

BQ B

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he fo

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ar Tr

amwa

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cate

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front

of th

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6 - A

cces

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05-B

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ta Pu

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leav

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6:2

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rd th

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utes

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re ne

arly

40 ot

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us

rout

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at ge

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he ci

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tatio

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e Albu

quer

que I

nter

natio

nal S

unpo

rt fo

r pas

seng

ers

com

ing fr

om an

d goin

g to V

alenc

ia Co

unty.

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ro R

oute

504

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eekd

ays t

o Dow

ntow

n ABQ

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arts

the

stat

ion at

4:4

5 a.m

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is ti

med

to m

eet t

he no

rtbou

nd tr

ain fr

om

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town

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at 5

:02

a.m.

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

505

-B -

Wee

kday

s to L

os Lu

nas a

nd B

elen b

efor

e th

e firs

t sou

thbo

und t

rain.

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a Pue

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tatio

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leta

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tle -

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rain

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n da

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week

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etro

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te 5

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kday

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ownt

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epar

ts th

e st

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at 4

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a.m. B

us is

tim

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mee

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nortb

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train

from

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wnto

wn A

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5:0

2 a.m

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o M

etro

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te 5

05-B

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eekd

ays t

o Los

Luna

s and

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n befo

re

the f

irst s

outh

boun

d trai

n. Bo

ard th

is bu

s at t

he Is

leta C

asino

sout

h pa

rking

lot.

Los L

unas

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

207

- W

eekd

ay se

rvice

for L

os Lu

nas r

eside

nts t

o co

nnec

t to t

he R

ail R

unne

r sta

tion a

nd ot

her n

earb

y wor

k cen

ters

durin

g pea

k com

mut

e tim

es.

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

209

- W

eekd

ays b

etwe

en Lo

s Lun

as Tr

ansp

orta

tion

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er an

d the

UNM

Vale

ncia

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pus.

Rio

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ro D

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e - W

eekd

ay cu

rb-to

-cur

b ser

vice i

n Vale

ncia

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ty. R

ides m

ust b

e req

uest

ed by

12

NOON

one b

usine

ss da

y prio

r. Ca

ll 505

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Met

ro R

oute

504

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ays t

o Dow

ntow

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arts

the

stat

ion at

4:1

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is ti

med

to m

eet t

he no

rtbou

nd tr

ain fr

om

Down

town

ABQ

at 5

:02

a.m.

Rio

Met

ro R

oute

505

-B -

Wee

kday

s to B

elen b

efor

e the

first

so

uthb

ound

train

.

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tion

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Met

ro R

oute

206

- W

eekd

ay se

rvice

for B

elen r

eside

nts t

o co

nnec

t to t

he R

ail R

unne

r sta

tion a

nd ot

her n

earb

y wor

k cen

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g pea

k com

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e tim

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ro D

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rb-to

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12

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one b

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y prio

r. Ca

ll 505

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1 ea

ch w

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Met

ro R

oute

504

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ays t

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stat

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med

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he no

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nd tr

ain fr

om

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town

ABQ

at 5

:02

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the

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oute

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useu

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of I

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&

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useu

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the

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l Com

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the

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choo

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.

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the

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choo

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pito

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lamos

.

NM

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oute

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paño

la.

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oute

280

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ays b

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a Fe,

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tanle

y, M

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d Ed

gew

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oute

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, Ga

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tanle

y, M

oriar

ty an

d Ed

gew

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TD S

anta

Fe

to T

aos

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kday

s bet

wee

n Sa

nta F

e an

d Ta

os.

Sant

a Fe C

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599

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the

New

M

exica

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agua

r, Ca

mino

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rada

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ta Fe

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all.

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ts m

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rains

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TD R

oute

270

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ays t

o th

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nta F

e Co

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n Ce

nter.

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a Fe

Tra

ils R

oute

22

- Wee

kday

s to

Sant

a Fe

Com

mun

ity

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ge, R

anch

o Vi

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d IA

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k &

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ple

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Holiday Schedule

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FaresSanta Fe Depot

Santa Fe Co.NM 599

Zia Road

Sandoval Co. / US 550

Downtown Bernalillo

Kewa Pueblo

Los Lunas

South Capitol

Belen

Downtown Albuquerque

Bernalillo Co.

Isleta Pueblo

Los Ranchos Journal Center

Montaño

Sandia Pueblo

SYSTEM MAP

Station Coming Soon

HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR FAREStep 1: Count the number of zonesCount the number of zones through which you will travel. Step 2: Pick the type of fare you needDo you want a one-way ticket, a day pass, or a monthly orannual pass? Are you eligible for a reduced fare?Step 3: Check the chart below and see how much your fare is

REDUCED FARESARE AVAILABLE TO • Youth ages 10-17 • Students with a valid student ID• Seniors age 62+• Medicare Card holders• People with disabilities who show: - An NM Motor Vehicle Department notification - A letter from doctor indicating the disability (with exp. date) - An ABQ RIDE Honored Citizen Card - A Santa Fe Ride Card or Santa Fe Trails Half Fare Card - A disabled veteran ID card

FULL FARE day monthly annual one-way pass pass pass1 zone $2 $3 $39 $3852 zones $3 $4 $55 $5503 zones $5 $6 $72 $7154 zones $8 $9 $105 $10455 zones $9 $10 $110 $11006 zones $10 $11 $121 $1210

Children9 and under ride free!

REDUCED FARE day monthly annual one-way pass pass pass1 zone $1 $2 $19 $1872 zones $1 $2 $28 $2753 zones $2 $3 $36 $3524 zones $4 $6 $52 $5175 zones $4 $7 $55 $5506 zones $5 $8 $61 $605

(Receive Discount Online)

Columbus Day Monday, October 12, 2015 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Veterans DayWednesday, November 11, 2015 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2015 - NO SERVICE

Day After ThanksgivingFriday, November 27, 2015 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2015 - REGULAR WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2015 - NO SERVICE

New Year’s EveThursday, December 31, 2015 - REGULAR WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

New Year's Day Friday, January 1, 2016 - NO SERVICE

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 18, 2016 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Presidents’ Day Monday, February 15, 2016 - REGULAR WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

Memorial Day Monday, May 30, 2016 - No Service

Independence DayMonday, July 4, 2016 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Labor Day WeekendSaturday, Sept. 3 to Monday, Sept. 5, 2016 - TBD

RAIL RUNNER EXPRESS


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Holiday Schedule

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FaresSanta Fe Depot

Santa Fe Co.NM 599

Zia Road

Sandoval Co. / US 550

Downtown Bernalillo

Kewa Pueblo

Los Lunas

South Capitol

Belen

Downtown Albuquerque

Bernalillo Co.

Isleta Pueblo

Los Ranchos Journal Center

Montaño

Sandia Pueblo

SYSTEM MAP

Station Coming Soon

HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR FAREStep 1: Count the number of zonesCount the number of zones through which you will travel. Step 2: Pick the type of fare you needDo you want a one-way ticket, a day pass, or a monthly orannual pass? Are you eligible for a reduced fare?Step 3: Check the chart below and see how much your fare is

REDUCED FARESARE AVAILABLE TO • Youth ages 10-17 • Students with a valid student ID• Seniors age 62+• Medicare Card holders• People with disabilities who show: - An NM Motor Vehicle Department notification - A letter from doctor indicating the disability (with exp. date) - An ABQ RIDE Honored Citizen Card - A Santa Fe Ride Card or Santa Fe Trails Half Fare Card - A disabled veteran ID card

FULL FARE day monthly annual one-way pass pass pass1 zone $2 $3 $39 $3852 zones $3 $4 $55 $5503 zones $5 $6 $72 $7154 zones $8 $9 $105 $10455 zones $9 $10 $110 $11006 zones $10 $11 $121 $1210

Children9 and under ride free!

REDUCED FARE day monthly annual one-way pass pass pass1 zone $1 $2 $19 $1872 zones $1 $2 $28 $2753 zones $2 $3 $36 $3524 zones $4 $6 $52 $5175 zones $4 $7 $55 $5506 zones $5 $8 $61 $605

(Receive Discount Online)

Columbus Day Monday, October 12, 2015 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Veterans DayWednesday, November 11, 2015 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2015 - NO SERVICE

Day After ThanksgivingFriday, November 27, 2015 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24, 2015 - REGULAR WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2015 - NO SERVICE

New Year’s EveThursday, December 31, 2015 - REGULAR WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

New Year's Day Friday, January 1, 2016 - NO SERVICE

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 18, 2016 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Presidents’ Day Monday, February 15, 2016 - REGULAR WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

Memorial Day Monday, May 30, 2016 - No Service

Independence DayMonday, July 4, 2016 - SATURDAY SCHEDULE

Labor Day WeekendSaturday, Sept. 3 to Monday, Sept. 5, 2016 - TBD

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Questions & Answers

How do I buy tickets?Tickets can be purchased online at nmrailrunner.com or onboard the train from the ticket agents wearing yellow vests. We accept cash, debit and credit cards (except American Express).

Are discounted tickets available?Reduced fares are available to youth ages 10-17, students with a valid ID, seniors age 62+, and people with disabili-ties. Children 9 and under ride free. Please see the fare information listed in this magazine for details and a list of acceptable ID cards. Discounted tickets are also available to groups of 25 or more through the Customer Service Department. Call 866-795-RAIL (7245) for information about group travel.

Is my ticket refundable if I don’t use it?Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Can I buy a ticket for someone else?Yes, you may purchase a ticket for another person. You will need to email the ticket to the person you are buying it for; they can either print it out or show it to the ticket agent on their mobile device.

Is there parking available at the train stations?Free onsite parking is available at all of the Rail Runner stations with the exception of Downtown ABQ and the Santa Fe Depot. Parking at Downtown ABQ and the Santa Fe Depot is available for a fee at adjacent parking facilities.

Which door do I use to board and exit the train?You can use any open door to board or exit the train. Please allow all passengers to exit the train first before boarding.

Are there restrooms on the train?At least one restroom is available on every New Mexico Rail Runner Express train. Longer trains will have more than one restroom.

Can I bring or buy food on the train?Passengers are welcome to bring and consume food and beverages (excluding alcohol) on the train. Each train car is equipped with tables on the mezzanine and upper levels. Food and beverages are not available for purchase on the train.

Can I charge my cell phone/laptop/tablet on the train?Electrical outlets are available for passenger use at each of the tables on the train. Tables are located on the mezzanine and upper levels only.

How do I store my luggage or packages on the train?Passengers may store luggage or packages under the seat or in the overhead racks. Please do not block an aisle or take up an extra seat with luggage or packages.

Can I take my bicycle on the train? Is there a charge?Bicycles are welcome on the train. Each New Mexico Rail Runner Express train car has space for up to 8 bicycles. Please store your bike in the designated storage area marked with a bicycle symbol. There is no charge – this is a free service offered to bicyclists.

Are pets allowed on the train?Pets are not allowed onboard, only service animals.

Can I take a stroller on the train?Strollers are welcome on the train. Please store large strollers in the bicycle storage area marked with a bicycle symbol.

How old do children need to be to ride alone?Children must be at least 10 years old to ride the train without a supervising adult.

What happens if I leave something on the train?If you leave an item on the train, please contact our Customer Service office at 866-795-RAIL (7245), Monday-Friday 8 a.m – 5 p.m. Lost items are turned in to the Customer Service office and are held for 60 days. If you find an item on the train, please turn it in to a ticket agent or conductor.

How can I find out if the train is delayed?There are several options for passengers to stay informed about the status of the train. Rider Alerts are posted on the home page of the Rail Runner website. You can sign up to receive text alerts for specific train routes and be notified of any delays longer than 10 minutes. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to receive updates about train delays and other information.

Can I use the train to get to the airport? Passengers can travel between the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and the New Mexico Rail Runner Express using ABQ RIDE buses. Connections are available Monday-Saturday. Visit nmrailrunner.com or call (866) 795-RAIL (7245) for a complete list of airport connections.


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Schedule of Events

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Schedule of EventsONGOING EVENTS

Santa Fe Farmers MarketSanta Fe RailyardEvery Saturday year-roundTuesdays thru November 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.(505) 983-4098santafefarmersmarket.com

Railyard Artisan MarketSanta Fe RailyardEvery Sunday year-round 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.(505) 983-4098artmarketsantafe.com

Santa Fe Artists MarketSanta Fe RailyardSaturdays through December8 a.m. – 1 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.(505) 414-8544santafeartistsmarket.com

Downtown Growers MarketRobinson Park, AlbuquerqueSaturdays through November 78 a.m. – 12 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and walk to 8th & Central.(505) 252-2959downtowngrowers.com

Rail Yards MarketAlbuquerque Rail Yard1st – 4th Sunday of each month through October 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and walk south to 1st & Hazeldine.(505) 600-1109railyardsmarket.org

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September 10-20New Mexico State FairThe State Fairgrounds at Expo NMSun-Thurs: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Rapid Ride Red Line, Green Line or Route 66 bus to Central & Louisiana.(505) 222-9700exponm.com

September 26¡Globalquerque!National Hispanic Cultural CenterFree Global Fiesta, 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Route 53 or 54 to 8th & Bridge.globalquerque.org

September 26Rio Abajo Becker Street FestivalBecker Street, BelenExit the train at the Belen Station and walk over the pedestrian overpass to downtown Belen.(505) 864-8091belenchamber.com

September 26-27Santa Fe Society of Artists Art ShowsSanta Fe, West of the Plaza 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-up or a short walk to San Francisco and Don Gaspar.santafesocietyofartists.com

OCTOBER

October 7Career FairNM Workforce Connection 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 5 to Mountain & Edith.(866) 795-7245nmrailrunner.com

October 2-4Albuquerque Grecian FestivalSt. George Greek Orthodox ChurchFri-Sat: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Rapid Ride Red, Green Line or Route 66 to Central & Edith, then take a short walk to 308 High St. SE. 505-247-9411abqgreekfest.com

October 3-11Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Balloon Fiesta ParkSpecial Balloon Fiesta & Rail Pass available for each weekend. Includes train pass, shuttle connection and admission to one session of Fiesta.(505) 821-1000balloonfiesta.comnmrailrunner.com

October 14-18Santa Fe Independent Film FestivalLocations across Santa FeExit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take a short walk to different venues. (505) 349-1414santafeindependentfilmfestival.com

October 31Zoo BooAlbuquerque BioPark Zoo11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Route 53 to 8th & Atlantic.(505) 768-2000cabq.gov

NOVEMBER

November 7Art in the AfternoonAlbuquerque Museum 2-5 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 or Rapid Ride Red Line to Central & Rio Grande.(505) 243-7255cabq.govNovember 20-22Recycle Santa Fe Art FestivalSanta Fe Community Convention CenterFri: 5-9 p.m., Sat-Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-up Shuttle or a short walk to the convention center.recyclesantafe.orgNovember 27-29Rio Grande Arts and Crafts FestivalExpo NM 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Rapid Ride Red Line, Green Line or Route 66 to EXPO NM to Central & San Pedro.riograndefestivals.com

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Schedule of EventsNovember 28 – January 4River of LightsAlbuquerque BioPark Botanic GardenExit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Route 66, Rapid Ride Red Line or Blue Line to Central & Tingley.(505) 768-2000cabq.gov

DECEMBER

All MonthRiver of LightsAlbuquerque BioPark Botanic GardenExit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Route 66, Rapid Ride Red Line or Blue Line to Central & Tingley.(505) 768-2000cabq.gov

All MonthBugg Lights DisplayBelen Harvey House MuseumSun-Thurs: 5:30-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 5:30-10 p.m.Exit the train at the Belen Station and walk over the pedestrian overpass to the Harvey House Museum.(505) 861-0581belen-nm.gov

December 6Old Town Holiday StrollOld Town Albuquerque 5-9 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Route 66 or Rapid Ride Red Line to Central & Rio Grande.(505) 768-2000albuquerqueoldtown.com

December 11Christmas at the PalacePalace of the Governors 5:30-8 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take a short walk to Palace Ave.(505) 476-5100nmhistorymuseum.org

December 13Las PosadasNew Mexico History Museum 5:30-7 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and a short walk to Lincoln and W. Palace.(505) 476-5200nmhistorymuseum.org

JANUARY

January 1-10Poetics of Light: Pinhole PhotographyNM History MuseumTues-Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-up Shuttle or a short walk to to Lincoln & W. Palace.(505) 476-5200nmhistorymuseum.org

January 8-10Albuquerque Comic ConAlbuquerque Convention CenterFri: 4-9 p.m.; Sat: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sun: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take a short walk to Tijeras & 3rd. albuquerquecomiccon.com

January 13Quilting DemonstrationsABQ BioPark Botanic Garden 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and board ABQ RIDE Route 66 or Rapid Ride Red Line to Central & Tingley.(505) 768-2000cabq.gov

FEBRUARY

All MonthExhibition: Only in AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque MuseumTues-Sun: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take the ABQ RIDE Route 66 or Rapid Ride Red Line to Central & Rio Grande.(505) 243-7255cabq.gov

All MonthExhibition: Visionary ConceptsIndian Pueblo Cultural CenterDaily: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 8 to 12th & Indian School.(505) 724-3539indianpueblo.org

All MonthExhibition: Painting the DivineNM History MuseumTues-Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-up Shuttle or a short walk to the museum.(505) 476-5200nmhistorymuseum.org

MARCH

All MonthExhibition: Along the PecosNM History MuseumTues-Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-up Shuttle or a short walk to Lincoln & W. Palace.(505) 476-5200nmhistorymuseum.org

March 4-6Fiery Foods and Barbeque ShowSandia Resort and CasinoFri: 4-8 p.m.; Sat: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Exit the train at the Sandia Pueblo Station and take the free shuttle to the casino.(505) 873-8680fieryfoodsshow.com

March 19-20Southwest Coffee & Chocolate FestExpo NM10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and board the ABQ RIDE Rapid Ride Red Line, Green Line or Route 66 to Central & San Pedro. (505) 510-1312chocolateandcoffeefest.com


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There’s a diamond in the rough in New Mexico’s hotel/casino world, and it is shining brightly in Northern New Mexico’s Española Valley. The Santa Claran Hotel and Casino has shaped up to be a destination resort that meets the needs of both locals and visitors far and wide. The pueblo’s Santa Clara Development Company, is the driving force behind the Santa Claran’s unique concept. The hotel and casino, combined with a nearby championship golf course, historic Puye Cliff Dwellings, a bowling center and the pueblo’s cultural events make the Santa Claran a place for families to reconnect or romance to be rekindled. There’s enough to do in the hotel and casino or just outside its doors. The total southwest experience from the Santa Claran includes New Mexico historical attractions, great dining on site and nearby, gaming, shopping, a round of golf at the Black Mesa Golf Club in La Mesilla, N.M. All this and it is a 30-minute drive to Santa Fe and about 40 minutes to Taos. “We envisioned that the hotel would be the home base for people to get out there and enjoy an authentic New Mexico vacation,” said Adelmo Lopez, brand supervisor for the Santa Claran. “Setting out to offer a lot of outside opportunities, in addition to big-time casino gaming, was no easy task, but thanks to our partners at the Pueblo and the golf course, we think we have a lot to offer our guests.” First opened as the Big Rock Casino in 2001, there was an expansion in 2007 that led to the final remodel of the hotel/casino, which was completed in 2009. With that, the Santa Claran was born and has grown to be one of the most hospitable and beautiful destinations in New Mexico, despite the fact that it isn’t always mentioned in the same breath as the bigger venues. But look out: The Santa Claran might not be such a hidden gem anymore. Locals flock there, and thanks to New Mexico’s booming movie industry, word is spreading. The Netflix hit “Longmire,” used the Santa Claran for various scenes it taped over the summer. The attention it brought was welcome, said Lopez. “We really hope other TV and movie productions will consider us. We really convey an authentic setting and we are large enough to accommodate the needs of their production staff.” The Santa Clara Pueblo surrounds the welcoming hotel, which sits in the center of Española. The seven story hotel is 124 rooms with 21 suites, a seventh floor event space with panoramic views that will take your breath away. While the hotel is family friendly, its 16,000 square feet of meeting and event space, also makes it perfect for corporate meetings and events. The architecture and the inside décor is a perfect mix of traditional pueblo and New Mexico style, and modern amenities that make it luxurious. There are balconies, a large indoor pool with sun deck and

a 24-hour fitness center. The bowling center is the only part of the original Big Rock that remains, and it is the only amenity that still carries the Big R name. It is a 24-lane center that hosts leagues and parties and is open seven days a week. Places to eat and drink inside the Santa Claran includes Burgers, Wings and Brews, a sports bar with plenty of specialty beers on tap; The Casino Café, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; the Center Bar, serving tapas and cocktails and the Java Lounge, brewing Starbucks coffee. Perhaps one of the most beautiful attractions, and one that the Santa Claran promotes through self-guided and guided tours from the hotel, is the Puye Cliff Dwellings, once the ancestral home of the Santa Claran people. This national historic landmark, features early pueblo architecture, an 1800s Harvey House and an awe-inspiring panoramic view of northern New Mexico. Getting back into the swing of things from the adventures at the Puye might include golf at the Baxter Spann-designed 18-hole golf course, which is ranked among America’s top 50 by Golf Magazine. The sandstone ridges and mountain vistas are truly something to behold. In all, the once hidden treasure is now part of New Mexico’s big leagues for hospitality and tourism. As its motto suggests, when you stay and play at the Santa Claran you “Escape to the beauty of the Southwest, experience the hospitality of Santa Clara Pueblo and discover more than you expected to find.” For more information on any of the attractions, the hotel reservations and casino gaming at the Santa Claran, visit santaclaran.com.

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Walk into the dazzle that is Bien Mur Indian Market Center, and experience Indian art, traditional and contemporary, in all of its diversity and beauty. Bien Mur – the name means “Big Mountain” in the Tiwa language – has been an Albuquerque-area landmark for 40 years, since 1975. It was named for the majestic Sandia Mountains that also gave their name to the Pueblo and its Sandia Resort and Casino. Known for exceptional customer service, Bien Mur is a world-class destination for tourists and locals alike who are looking for high-quality, authentic, handmade Native American arts and crafts. Bien Mur is the retail marketing arm of Sandia Pueblo and its nearby resort, located north of Albuquerque on the Sandia reservation. Take I-25 north to Exit 234 and turn east on Tramway Road, then

turn right on Rainbow Road. The market is in the circular building next to the Bien

Mur Travel Center. Or take the Rail Runner to the Sandia Pueblo Station

and catch the shuttle.

Those buffalo on the foothills prairieland outside? They’re also part of Sandia Pueblo:

specifically, the 107-acre Sandia Buffalo Herd, a project

established to help restore populations of this once-threatened animal. Indian tribes across the country are cooperating in

the resurgence of the American bison, nearly exterminated in the mass

slaughters in the 19th century. Still, it is rare to have a buffalo preserve so close to

an urban environment. You are encouraged to experience this magnificent animal in its natural setting. The herd’s westernmost rangeland boundary is near the parking lot east of the center. Photography is allowed from the parking lot without any special permits. Meanwhile, feast your senses on the grandeur inside Bien Mur Market’s lavish, light-filled, kiva-shaped showroom. Bien Mur Indian Market Center is a charter member of the Indian Arts & Crafts Association, a national organization of craftspeople, traders, dealers, museums and collectors concerned with the accurate imaging and marketing of Native American arts and crafts. The association’s members subscribe to a code of ethical business practices and are knowledgeable about the products they sell. That means you can be confident that you are buying genuine, Native American creations at honest prices. Many are extraordinary, one-of-a-kind pieces. All items have reliable quality. In the inventory at Bien Mur, you’ll find Hopi, Navajo, Zuni and Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo jewelry; pottery; storytellers; Navajo rugs; Zuni fetishes; sand paintings; flutes, rattles and drums; war bonnets; moccasins; Pendleton blankets; Zapotec rugs, and American Indian books and music. For more information about Bien Mur, call (505) 821-5400.

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You are invited to learn, to imagine, to think and to draw your own conclusions at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History – an intriguing place to learn the story of the Atomic Age, from early research of nuclear development through today’s peaceful uses of nuclear technology. Formerly known as the National Atomic Museum, which opened in 1969 and was charted by Congress in 1991, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History serves as America’s resource for nuclear history and science through exhibits and educational programs that explore the diversity of individuals and events that shape the historical and technical context of the nuclear age. This nationally accredited, Smithsonian Affiliate is located at 601 Eubank Blvd SE in Albuquerque, and it welcomes visitors to explore temporary and permanent exhibits such as “Pioneers of the Atom,” “Manhattan Project,” “Nuclear Medicine,” “Energy Encounter” and more. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History also hosts “Little Albert’s Lab,” an area where young, inquisitive minds can explore hands-on science activities, as well as the nine-acre outdoor exhibit area, “Heritage Park,” where guests can walk up to such historic artifacts as a B-29 Superfortress, an F-16 Fighting Falcon and a fully restored nuclear submarine sail. Visit New Mexico’s only national Museum, and learn what is happing at the cutting edge of energy, nanotechnology and medicine. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more about this not-for-profit, educational entity, please visit nuclearmuseum.org.

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Formerly known as the National Atomic Museum, which opened in 1969 and was charted by Congress in 1991, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History serves as America’s resource for nuclear history and science through exhibits and educational programs that explore the diversity

This nationally accredited, Smithsonian Affiliate is located at 601 Eubank Blvd SE in Albuquerque, and it welcomes visitors to explore temporary and permanent exhibits such as “Pioneers of the Atom,”

The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History also hosts “Little Albert’s Lab,” an area where young, inquisitive minds can explore hands-on science activities, as well as the nine-acre outdoor exhibit area, “Heritage Park,” where guests can walk up to such historic artifacts as a B-29

Visit New Mexico’s only national Museum, and learn what is happing at the cutting edge of energy,

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The Village of Los Lunas, 20 miles south of Albuquerque, serves as the cultural and economic hub for the more than 76,000 residents of Valencia County. Los Lunas, conveniently located along the Rail Runner corridor, is being discovered by various economic interests, with more than 100 new jobs added just this summer. Los Lunas traces its history back to 1808 when the descendants of Don Domingo de Luna assumed legal possession of the San Clemente Grant and founded a settlement along the Camino Real, or “Royal Road.” In 1880, Don Domingo’s direct descendantnegotiated with the Santa Fe Railroad to have them build a new house because the preferred route ran through the family’s hacienda. In 1881, Luna’s one of a kind mansion was completed. It still stands today as a reminder of the notable New Mexicans that made an impact on the history of the state such as: Solomon Luna, drafter of the state Constitution; Captain Maximiliano Luna, Roughrider; Tranquilino Luna, first delegate for the Territory of New Mexico, and more. One of Los Lunas most vibrant community assets is the Museum of Heritage & Arts, just a short walk north of the train station. The museum itself is a Works Progress Administration (WPA) building on Pre-1937 Route 66. Under the leadership of Director Cynthia Shetter, the Museum has taken a lead role in educating Los Lunas’ citizens and visitors about the area’s fascinating history in ways that are fun as well as informative. A primary delight is the annual “Saints and Sinners” Tour in September and October, highlighting notable churches, featuring lunch at the museum and finishing up with a cool glass

of wine at the county’s only wine tasting room at Camino Real Winery. “Valencia County was once known for its vineyards and orchards, and for its wines and brandies,” Shetter says. The museum is one of 25 sites in the nation that will be hosting “Dust, Drought and Dreams Gone Dry” an exhibit based on Ken Burn’s documentary “The Dust Bowl” sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities; Oklahoma State University; and Mount Holyoke College. “The exhibit opening in January 2016 is designed to help public audiences engage in discussions about human and ecological consequences of one of America’s most disastrous environmental experiences,” says Shetter. The Museum of Heritage & Arts at 521 Main St. SE is an ideal way to become better acquainted with the history of this vibrant community. For more information on upcoming events, contact the Museum at 505-352-7720.

The Luna Mansion, once the home of the Luna and Otero Families, was built in 1881. It is the only known Victorian Southern Colonial structure constructed of adobe and terrón bricks. It is now one of Valencia County’s culinary crown jewels.

Los Lunas: Its Roots Are on the Route

Residents from Los Lunas and Belen utilize the Rail Runner to commute to work in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.


If the walls could talk – and some people say they do -- at the Harvey House in Belen, New Mexico, they might be saying plenty about the good old days and the happy times shared inside the building that for decades rolled out the welcome mat daily for rail passengers. The Harvey House mystique has been around since 1910, when the railroad built a restaurant near the tracks for passengers to get a good meal. And these days, museum technician and former Belen mayor, Ronnie Torres, has vowed to preserve its history and share it with as many visitors as possible.Two upcoming events that are sure to draw in visitors are the Paranormal Walking Tour on Oct. 30, and the Bugg Light Holiday Display, which opens Nov. 28, 2015 and remains bright through Dec. 31, 2015. “These two events will be a good draw for us,” Torres said. “What excites me most about them is that it is a chance for us to teach more people about the Harvey House and to accomplish our mission of preserving this very special place in history.” The Paranormal tour is new. Paranormal investigators have come to the Harvey House over the past year, and they have determined there are paranormal hot spots in the building. They video tape and record sights and sounds within the walls. “They tell us these are very happy activities, nothing scary,” he said. “They hear women laughing or friendly conversations. We have experienced some of the same things over the years. We see a shadow or we hear voices.”

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One of the best-kept secrets in New Mexico is the enchanting Village of Chama. Sitting at an elevation of 7,860 feet, Chama is nestled high in the Southern Rockies, just a few miles from the Colorado border. The historic Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad steam trains leave the Chama depot daily from Memorial Day weekend to mid-October. Riding the railroad is a day trip of exhilarating mountain views and fall colors. Fishing local trout streams and lakes is a leisurely pleasure, and

for a real experience, try salmon sagging in November and ice fishing during the winter. Hikers and mountain bikers find many trails, including the Continental Divide Trail nearby. The Sargent’s Wildlife Area surrounds Chama with meadows and trails for hiking and horseback riding. Hunting adventures with reliable guides are close to town. Chama has a lively Western-style business district with lodging, RV parks and cozy dining establishments. Located at the junction of Highway 17 and U.S. 84 (take the “Chama Highway” out of Española), the Village of Chama is the perfect destination for anyone seeking scenic outdoor recreation.

Cool times in cool pines are the epitome of summer fun in Chama’s cabins and vacation ranches. Crowds gather in Chama for the famous Fourth of July fireworks display. The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad offers a fireworks train in the evening. Chama Days, the second weekend of August, is always fun with a softball tournament, NMPRC rodeo, dances and parade. Surrounding mountain passes have a reliable base of snow all winter. The varied terrain of the mesas and mountains make the area around Chama ideal for winter recreation. Groomed trails and marked tracks crisscross easily accessible public lands. Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snow-shoeing, everything but downhill skiing, are abundantly available in Chama’s gorgeous mountains. Every January, on Martin Luther King weekend, Chama hosts the Chama Chile Ski Classic races. Over the holiday weekend, cross-country ski and snowshoe races offer fun for experienced and novice racers. The Sno-ball Hot Air Balloon Rally fills the sky over Chama the last weekend in February. For your safety and comfort, bring layered clothing and check with the local ranger district before heading out to hike or ski. Never travel alone and make sure you are adequately prepared. At these altitudes, the weather can sneak up on you.

Chama: New Mexico’s Mecca for Year-Round Fun!

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If you’re looking for a new friend to add to your posse, you could do worse than the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. Not surprisingly, that’s the opinion of the Friends of the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, a non-profit corporation that shares with the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Commission the stewardship of this unique and historic railroad property. Built in 1880, and little has changed since, the railroad is among the finest and most spectacular examples of steam-era mountain railroading in North America. Its equipment, structures and vast landscape exist as if frozen in the first half of the 20th century. The Friends are largely responsible for the preservation. “Our mission is to preserve and interpret the railroad and to support its operation for the people of Colorado and New Mexico who own it, and the tens of thousands of visitors who come to be transported back in time through the beauty of the San Juan Mountains,” says Tim Tennant, president and CEO of the Friends. “We are the museum arm of the railroad, so we are stewards over all its historic assets. We encourage railroad enthusiasts and casual visitors to become a member of the Friends. We have more than 2,500 members worldwide. The Cumbres & Toltec is a National Historic Landmark and it is right here in our backyard.” The train leaves from Chama, near the Colorado border, and travels to Antonito, Colo., and back. Trips during the fall leave visitors breathless with the beauty of the foliage along the route.

The Friends also have fundraising events such as the annual Moonlight & Wine Tasting Train on the Cumbres & Toltec, scheduled for July 15, 2016. For more information, visit cumbrestoltec.org

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Enjoy the beauty of the San Juan Mountains at ourworld-renowned National Historic Landmark.u Skilled volunteers will mentor you.u Summer work sessions—

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The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho stands out from other communities by its commitment to residents wellness. It is a LifeCare community offering an active, independent lifestyle with the peace of mind of long-term care protection. Enjoy living in the private residence with the services and amenities you desire plus a plan for long-term care, if needed. There are also many reasons to call the fast-growing city of Rio Rancho your home. The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho is one of numerous new developments underway; it is a high-end LifeCare retirement community. The Neighborhood is minutes away from a brand new hospital and medical center, public libraries, shopping center, concert halls, and event venues. Rio Rancho, the City of Vision, is perfect for those who want to be in the middle of all the action! Visit The Neighborhood Information Center where we can show you more reasons you’ll love it here. We believe a full life should include longevity and well-being. There is no better option than The Neighborhood. See a complete 3D model of the entire complex and explore all our floor plans at our information center. Call Ashley for directions and schedule a personal tour today at 505-994-2296 Tomorrow never looked so good! Live the life you want today, with no worries tomorrow. That’s the promise of LifeCare.

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Parents and grandparents looking for a way to bring the children together with the glories of nature can look no further than Vermejo Park Ranch, where such encounters are commonplace throughout the summer season. “To take a Wildlife Tour at Vermejo Park Ranch is to have one of the extraordinary experiences in life!” gushed a recent visitor. “We went on a photo tour as well and the kids were entranced. What a way to immerse our kids in the glories of nature.” Vermejo Park is one of the treasures of New Mexico. Owned by Ted Turner Enterprises, the 585,000-acre park began as a part of the huge Maxwell Land Grant in the late 19th century. It subsequently was owned

privately and corporately until the cable television mogul purchased it in 1996 from Pennzoil. As befits a man famed for championing stewardship of conservation, Turner has created a ranch that features exhaustive management of wildlife. He uses much of the former cattle pasturage for 1,200 bison, often called buffalo in North America, but a mammal more properly called bison. Ralphie V, mascot of the University of Colorado Buffaloes, was born at Vermejo Park. The black-footed ferret was declared extinct in 1979, but a remnant population was found in Wyoming. In cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Vermejo Park Ranch introduced ferrets to the ranch in 2008. The goal is to establish a population of 120 ferrets. More than 10,000 acres of short grass prairie on the ranch is occupied by prairie dogs , the chief prey of ferrets. Vermejo Park ranch also has an

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New Mexico is home to many people of Hispanic heritage, a good percentage of them from families that have been here for 400 years or more. So it should be no surprise that the Hispanic culture has not only influenced, but in many cases also driven, both the business and cultural aspects of Albuquerque. In fact, there are enough Hispanic business people in the city to form the very large and well-respected Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce - ranked the best Hispanic chamber in the country by a national organization of Hispanic chambers. Why is this important to travelers in New Mexico? Because the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce has its own Convention and Tourism Department. It is funded by the City of Albuquerque Lodgers Tax and operated under the chamber’s administrative umbrella. Tourism and travel form one of the most critical economic development drivers for Albuquerque and make up New Mexico’s number two private sector industry. The chamber’s Convention and Tourism Department promotes Albuquerque as a destination to tourists, to Hispanic and Native American conventions, and to big events that help draw visitors to Albuquerque and make them want to return. Albuquerque’s rich and diverse culture is evident in its art, found in an impressive collection of museums, public spaces, traditional and contemporary adobe architecture, and authentic restaurants. A must see is Albuquerque’s Historic Old Town. This cultural heart of the city unfolds around a tree-shaded plaza at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, which was built in 1793. With 22 Native American tribes, including 19 pueblos, New Mexico is a mecca for rich Native American culture. Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center where you can explore the history and traditions of each one. There is also native music, dancing and wonderful Southwestern cuisine. Explore an extensive collection of contemporary Hispanic art, experience traditional dance performances, or see Spanish films at the incredible National Hispanic Cultural Center. While there, don’t miss the 4,000-square-foot Torreon fresco. It celebrates 3,000 years of Hispanic history and is North America’s largest concave fresco. Many events throughout the city of Albuquerque occur during national Hispanic Heritage month. During this time - September 15 to October 15 - people recognize the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States and celebrate the group’s heritage and culture. “Globalquerque,” a world music celebration, celebrates its 10th anniversary and includes artists from as far away as Honduras and Tunisia. This exciting event is set for September 25-26 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center.

If you plan to attend the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in early October, make time to visit the American Indian Arts & Crafts Festival October 3-4. See www.indianpueblo.org. The 26th annual Winter Spanish Market returns to Albuquerque on November 28 and 29 with a greatly expanded show at Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town. It is anticipated to be close to 50 percent larger than last year. With well over 100 of the finest artists who embrace the traditional Spanish Colonial arts participating, visitors can expect to see santos, tinwork, straw appliqué, weaving, pottery, precious metal, colcha, bone carving, furniture, woodcarving and utilitarian objects, all traditions endorsed by Spanish Colonial Arts of New Mexico. Then, in November, the 20th annual Dual Language Education of New Mexico/La Cosecha Conference will occur. This national dual language conference brings together educators, parents, researchers and practitioners who support dual language enrichment programs in New Mexico and across the United States. On February 13, the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce presents “La Noche Encantada,” New Mexico’s premier gala and the black-tie event of the year. The theme for the 2016 event is “Havana Nights.” Come and join 1,800 beautifully dressed people for a wonderful dinner and dance at the newly renovated Albuquerque Convention Center. April 18-24 are the dates for the Albuquerque Film and Music Experience where you can view domestic and international movies, listen to engaging industry panelists, and enjoy live music and poetry. In 2015, 77 movies with 12 world premieres and 60 filmmakers from 13 countries were in attendance. One of the bigger events in Albuquerque is the Gathering of Nations Pow-Wow, which occurs annually in Albuquerque in late April. With more than 3,000 participants and 112,000 spectators from around the world attending, it is among the largest Native American festivals in North America. This remarkable presentation highlights the way of powwow life and teachings, which are handed down from the elders to the younger generations.

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set like a jewel in a mountain setting of accessible adventure. It is a small town full of friendly, knowledgeable people who enjoy helping visitors have a good time. Visitors can delight in the Raton Museum, the Shuler Theater, and a walking tour of historic buildings and locales. Exceptional beauty and fun activities can be found in nearby Sugarite Canyon State Park, Philmont Scout Ranch, the Whittington NRA Center, Capulin Volcano National Monument and Vermejo Park Ranch. Raton (pronounced Rah-tone) is named for the Raton Ridge, a geologic formation, and the natural Raton Pass in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, part of the Rockies chain. The name is an abbreviation of the Spanish word ratoncito,

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they encountered. Indians and Spanish used the pass for centuries but it was too narrow for the Santa Fe Trail that opened New Mexico to Anglo-American mercantile trade. The Atcheson, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, however, found it a natural passageway for the first train to reach the New Mexico Territory, in 1880, and a town grew up around the railroad just south of the pass. Throughout the 20th century, Raton alternately boomed and busted with cycles of coal mining and railroading. Today, it has a population of about 6,600, roughly the same as its altitude, and serves as a commercial center for the parks and the ranching industry around it. Raton is the county seat of Colfax County. The Raton Downtown Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district covers about 200 acres and contains 95 significant buildings. The district was enlarged in 2015. Twenty-seven of the buildings are listed on a walking tour published by the Raton Visitors Bureau. One of the most active and intriguing is the old Shuler Theater. The historic Shuler Theater in downtown Raton is a state landmark and the center for performing arts in northeastern New Mexico. The historic Shuler Theater is the permanent home for the Santa Fe Trail School for the Performing Arts, and the site of performances by local and touring artists. Located at 131 North

Second Street, the building originally housed an opera house, the fire station, and city offices. It was named for James Jackson Shuler, a medical doctor who was mayor of Raton from 1899 to 1902 and again from 1910 to 1919. The first production in the Shuler Theater was a national touring company show of “The Red Rose,” a Victorian musical comedy that opened April 27, 1915. The lobby of the theater contains WPA murals of local history painted by artist Manville Chapman. The Shuler was listed on the State Landmarks Register in March 1970. Upcoming events at the Shuler include an appearance by Link Union at 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 5. Since 2002 this eight-member multi-award-winning band has performed in more than 2,000 venues across the United States and Canada with a fusion of old-time musical instruments, stunning vocals and modern beats.

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complete with diner-style seating and oldies music will have you flashing back to the good ol’ days. If you’re looking to simply wet your whistle, swing by the 360 Lounge, Poker Pub, or Main Street Bar, and ask about the drink specials. Route 66 proudly presents Albuquerque with some of the best names in entertainment. Legends Theater, a 2,800-seat venue, offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience intimate performances from top performers including comedians, rock legends, country superstars and premier tribute bands. Coming to the Legends Theater in October is the multi-platinum musician Meatloaf. In November, catch American magicians and entertainers Penn & Teller,

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