New Mexico Rail Express Fall 2018

RAIL RUNNER EXPRESS

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Saturday November 17th and Saturday December 15th

GARRISON PROGRAM HOLIDAY EDITION FORT STANTON HISTORIC SITE Create historic holiday crafts and interact with living historians to discover what life was like at a frontier fort during the holiday season.

Saturday, December 8th • 5–9 pm

LIGHT AMONG THE RUINS JEMEZ HISTORIC SITE Hundreds of farolitos, music, dances, bonfires, and an arts and crafts fair.

Saturday, December 15th • 6–9 pm

LAS NOCHES DE LAS LUMINARIAS FORT SELDEN HISTORIC SITE Lighting of over 800 luminarias, holiday music, a cozy campfire, refreshments, and fun for the whole family.

Sunday, December 16th • 1–4 pm

NACIMIENTO OPEN HOUSE TAYLOR-MESILLA HISTORIC PROPERTY More than 175 nacimientos (nativity scenes) on display in the Taylor family home on the Old Mesilla Plaza. Admission $5.

Monday, December 24th

LUMINARIAS IN LINCOLN LINCOLN HISTORIC SITE Luminarias, Santa arrives on a longhorn steer, and hot chocolate.

Wednesday, December 29th • 4:30–7 pm

CHRISTMAS AT THE BOSQUE FORT SUMNER HISTORIC SITE/ BOSQUE REDONDO MEMORIAL Listen to history unfold with December Letters from the Reservation, including supper and refreshments.

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INDEX 5: A Message from the Director

29: Schedule of Events

7: Alamogordo, New Mexico

32: Taos Pueblo’s Living Community Has

8: Beer and Chile – A Perfect Pair

Much to be Admired

14: Socorro - You’ve Got to See It!

34: Museum Showcases History & Culture

16: Rio Metro’s Website Got an Upgrade

of Los Lunas

18: Meet Melissa Mackel, NM Rail Runner Express Engineer

for Winter Fun

20: W!ld Moon Couture... 23 Year

40: Santa’s Village: A Holiday Event for

Anniversary

Kids of All Ages

23: Question & Answer

41: National Museum of Nuclear Science

24: Rail & Bus Connections Guide

& History

26: Weekday Schedule

42: Balloon Fiesta Events Calendar 2018

27: Weekend Schedule

45: Train Games

28: Holiday Schedule

46: Route 66 Casino • Hotel

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The New Mexico Rail Runner Express Magazine is published three times a year by Moon Dog Publishing and the Rio Metro Regional Transit District. The Publisher and Rio Metro Regional Transit District do not take responsibility for the accuracy or legitimacy of the advertiser’s message or that of the guest writer/columnists (including photos) or any aspect of the business operation or conduct of the advertisers in the magazine. Moon Dog Publishing reserves the right to edit all articles for accuracy and style. For more information and advertising rates, call (505) 350-8695 or (505) 259-7969.

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A Message from the Director

The New Mexico Rail Runner Express has been carrying passengers from Belen to Santa Fe and all destinations in between for twelve years. Rio Metro’s leadership and employees are dedicated to delivering on our promise of safe, reliable, and customer-focused transportation services, and we continue to strive for excellence.

Delivering you safely to your destination is our number one priority at Rio Metro, and the New Mexico Rail Runner Express is already an extremely safe way to travel in central New Mexico. In fact, based on an evaluation of accident data between 2008 and 2018, Rail Runner is nearly 7 times safer than traveling on Interstate 25 in Valencia, Bernalillo, Sandoval and Santa Fe Counties.

While the New Mexico Rail Runner Express is already extremely safe, Rio Metro will be implementing additional safety measures on the territory over the next two years. These measures, known as “Positive Train Control” will monitor train operations across the territory to prevent certain types of accidents like train to train collisions and high-speed train derailments on low speed curves. While The New Mexico Rail Runner Express has never experienced any “Positive Train Control” (PTC) preventable accidents, the implementation of PTC will provide an additional layer of safety to our operation.

The system will not only protect the New Mexico Rail Runner Express, but it will also protect Burlington Northern Santa Fe freight trains and Amtrak passenger trains that operate on the territory.

We are proud of our safety record over our first twelve years, and as we move forward, we honor our commitment to you, our customers, and welcome your ideas for how we can serve you better. Please contact us at 1-866-795-7245 if you have suggestions or comments.

Thank you for riding Rio Metro!

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Welcome To Alamogordo Visitors to Alamogordo will find the birthplace of space exploration at the New Mexico Museum of Space History, a thriving performing arts center, surprising restaurants and top-flight golf. With incredible weather, outdoor enthusiasts will love White Sands National Monument and hiking, biking & camping throughout Lincoln National Forest, only minutes from Alamogordo. Stay in Alamogordo, the center for beautiful vistas, adventures, sand, and space.

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isit the Alameda Park Zoo, home to nearly 300 animals representing 90 species, the 12-acre zoo offers an education center, picnic area, playground, and gift shop that’s perfect for families and visitors of all ages. With a mission to promote education in the environmental fields of study, conservation, recreation and biological research, the zoo connects humans with animals through audio, visual and tactical experiences. Visit a Species Survival Plan Captive Facility for the Mexican Gray Wolf, take a guided tour, enroll in a docent program, or attend a lecture. Check the calendar for the annual Earth Day celebration, concerts, and other events.

Then explore the Tularosa Basin Museum of History, this muesem preserves and promotes the local history of Alamogordo, Tularosa, La Luz, Cloudcroft, and other Sacramento communities.View exhibits that focus on the history of the Tularosa Basin. Learn about the early Native Americans who lived in the area, White Sands National Monument, the local railroad, La Luz pottery, ranching, scouting and more. View artifacts and stories from the days of early man to Alamogordo’s role in the atomic and space ages.

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Beer and Chile – A Perfect Pair Chile breathers are not new in New Mexico; the state’s love for green and red is well documented. However, there are those among us who believe the pepper passion is part of the reason the state’s craft beer brewing industry has expanded so widely and quickly.

“New Mexicans were relatively early to embrace craft beer and breweries, at least compared to neighboring states such as Arizona and Texas,” says John Gozigian, executive director of the New Mexico Brewers’ Guild. “There are many theories that try to explain New Mexican’s love of robust, hop-forward craft ales, but the one that rings most true is that our palette is already accustomed to the intense flavors of our local cuisine.”

Gozigian says every brewery along the New Mexico Rail Runner Express route from Santa Fe to Belen will have beers that can be paired with chile dishes. “Depending upon the time of year and the dish, I would recommend anything from a light lager to an imperial stout.”

There are 71 brewery members in the Guild, and if you don’t know where to start coolin’ your taste buds with flavorful suds, the following might give you some ideas.

SECOND STREET Santa Fe’s Second Street Brewery is very popular with devoted beer drinkers, and why not? They brew and serve German-style beer (Agua Fria Pilsner), Vienna-style beer (Rufina Amber), Belgian beer (Diablo Canyon Pale Ale) and American beer (Coffee Porter).

The list goes on for something like 60 craft beers, and Second Street was voted as having the Best Beer Brewed in Santa Fe and Best Taproom in Santa Fe as recently as 2015.

New Mexican taste buds also can be rewarded with some very familiar flavors. “We do sell a lot of green-chile cheeseburgers here,” says Jack Rosser, the front-of-house manager, “but when it comes to enchiladas, more people do Christmas.”

Ah yes, Christmas, that spicy combination of red and green chiles that makes everyone think of December’s decorations.

Like chile itself, Second Street is a New Mexico success story. The brewery opened in 1996, with the objective of providing fresh beer to loyal local beer drinkers. In 2003 the brewery at the original location – 1814 Second Street – needed to expand and additional brewing Second Street Brewery in Santa Fe capacity was added. The offers red, green and Christmas to restaurant expanded in 2004. go with beers like the Coffee Porter. In 2010, additional restaurant Photo by Martin Frentzel capacity was created at the 8

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Railyard location, and in 2017 a taproom and beer hall fermented at 2920 Rufina St. Rosser recommends teaming the Coffee Porter with a redchile lunch. It’s a combination that’s hard to argue with if you appreciate full-flavored porters and stouts. It is a delicious blend of two popular drinks that deserves your full attention. Whether you order the enchiladas, the New Mexico Farmer’s Plate appetizer, or a Philly Cheesesteak with red, the porter will make it a meal to remember.

The Farmer’s Plate has lamb sausage, New Mexico cheeses and chutney made by the Bosque Brewing’s new Bernalillo Second Street staff. The Chicken location offers great views.

Cobb Salad is another option Photo by Martin Frentzel which includes Chimayo Chile Pecans. It’s great.

Second Street’s Railyard location, 1607 Paseo de Peralta, is adjacent to the Rail Runner tracks and just steps from the Santa Fe Depot Station. The location is as popular as the beer.

“We have a decent amount of people coming here, and many people who fly into Albuquerque take the train to Santa Fe,” Rosser says.

BREW WITH A VIEW The Sandia Mountains rest against the eastern horizon and the Rio Grande flows south past massive cottonwoods. There are two levels of seating at Bosque Brewing Company’s newest brewery – the old Jackalope Pottery in Bernalillo – and both indoor and outdoor tables make this a lovely spot to enjoy a cold craft beer, food, and the golden scenery of cottonwoods in the fall.

Ernesto Caballero, one of the store managers at Bosque’s Bernalillo brew palace, says its popularity is keeping him and all the Bosque employees very busy. “We were packed from top to bottom the day we opened,” he says.

Craft beer enthusiasts visiting the Bernalillo location have shown a preference for Elephants on Parade, Caballero says.

“It’s a wheat ale brewed with cherries and raspberries, a good summer beer.” The beer is one of six year-round offerings. The others are Bosque Lager (a German Pilsner), Pistol Pete’s 1888 Ale (a thirst-quenching blond ale that’s a tribute to Bosque’s NMSU fans in Las Cruces), an earthy Brewery Boot Amber Ale, Bosque IPA, and the ever-popular Scotia Scotch Ale that packs a punch.

Bosque is a great example of the growth in New Mexico’s brewing industry. The company started in 2012 and reported producing a total of 350 barrels in 2013. Since then, it expanded to two locations in Albuquerque, two in Las Cruces and the new Bernalillo location. Bosque brewed 10,168 barrels in 2017.

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Beer and Chile – A Perfect Pair (continued from previous page)

Other Bosque locations have served Carne Adovada (pork braised in red chile) but on the second day of business in Bernalillo fish tacos with green chile were available and a welcome Nexus Brewery has a unique menu, including Frito departure from the Pie, that caters to New Mexican’s taste buds. ubiquitous green Photo by Martin Frentzel. chile cheeseburger.

Bosque Brewing is on the north side of US 550, by the Rio Grande. The Sandoval County/US 550 Rail Runner Station is a couple miles east, close to I25. Consider taking the train and using a shared ride service such as Uber or Lyft to get you to and from the location safely.

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SOUL BEER Red Beans and Rice, Southern Fried Chicken, and Chicken and Waffles probably don’t sound like the kind of fare one should expect at Oktoberfest in Germany or New Mexico, but they are on the menu at Nexus Brewery & Restaurant, 4730 Pan American Freeway NE. This soul food menu regularly receives high marks and honors from Albuquerque’s craft beer drinkers, and is regularly voted one of Albuquerque’s Top Five bar food establishments.

Owner Ken Carson, a member of the Brewer’s Guild boards of directors, started out as a banking executive. When he branched out into brewing he developed a menu for the New Mexico palette: New Mexico Hot Chicken with red chile, cayenne pepper and habanero spices, and the New Mexico Soul Burger with red chile barbeque sauce.

Nexus also has taken the guess work out of which beer to pair with your meal. The Scottish Ale goes with the Soul Burger as well as Chicken and Waffles. The Red Ale complements Red Beans and Rice and Nachos, and the India Pale Ale can be matched with spicy food like Enchiladas and Frito Pie. Ask your server.

The original Nexus location on Pan American Freeway may be a long stroll from the Rail Runner, but that is about to change. The Nexus Blue Smokehouse & Brewery is scheduled to open at 1521 Broadway SE, just minutes from the Rail Runner’s Downtown ABQ Station.

ON THE HORIZON The Canteen Brewhouse, serving craft beer since 1994 under the name Il Vicino, will be the site of the Beer Premiere on Oct. 27. Neverbefore-released beers from New Mexico breweries will debut.

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The annual WinterBrew is scheduled for Jan. 11, 2019, at the Santa Fe Farmer’s Market pavilion. Watch the Brewers’ Guild website, nmbeer.org, for details.

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Socorro - You've got Saddle up and head south, partner. The new rodeo arena and sports complex opened last year in the little city that offers something to love for everyone - Socorro.

The complex is part of a larger, long-term vision that Socorro city leaders hope will attract athletes, rodeo cowboys and patrons, concert-goers, and others to the area.

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Funding for the complex came from a loan from the Lodgers’ Tax, and the other half came from the State Legislature. A future civic center near the Rodeo and Sports Complex is also in the works. Many events are planned for the new facility, including concerts, horse shows and clinics, and rugby tournaments, as well as rodeos and barrel races.

Socorro Rodeo and Sports Complex Amenities: Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array The Very Large Array [VLA] is comprised of 27 radio telescopes in a “Y” pattern spread across the plains of San Augustin 50 miles west of Socorro. The VLA has been used by more astronomers and has been mentioned in more scientific papers than any other radio telescope in the world.

Each antenna is an 82-foot diameter dish that weighs 230 tons.

The on-site visitor center and gift shop offers displays and videos that educate about radio astronomy and the VLA telescope, and are open all year from 8:30 am to sunset.

A self-guided tour lets visitors explore the antennas up close.

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Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge The Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge offers unique bird and wildlife viewing opportunities. Peak visitation occurs in winter when bald eagles and thousands of sandhill cranes and snow geese flock to the fields and marshes. Plan to visit the weekend before Thanksgiving during the annual Festival of the Cranes. This world-famous event includes speakers, special tours and arts and wildlife displays.

The 12-mile auto tour loop takes visitors through a full range of wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities. Visitors can take the self-guided tour and nature trails, which range in length from one to nine miles.

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October 5 - 6 • Socorro’s Historic Plaza

Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles, Gonzalo, Jeez Laweez, Blue Monday & more Spirits Tent Fri., 6-10pm • Sat., 12-10pm

Locally grown chile fundraiser for the Socorro Storehouse 5-7pm

Classic cars, bikes, hopper & DJs. Registration open

Music, Food & Brews at the Hammel Museum 11am-3pm

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Rio Metro’s Website Got an Upgrade The Rio Metro Regional Transit District debuted a new, mobile-friendly website in September 2018. The website, which was under development for several months, includes a variety of updated features, making it convenient for passengers to use from either a desktop or mobile device. Some of the updated features include: • Language Translation – Translate the website into more than 100 languages • Metro Spotlight – View upcoming events and important announcements on this new portion of the homepage • Interactive Events Calendar – View events by day, week or month

Rio Metro recently debuted a new, mobile responsive website.

• Social Quick Links – Quickly follow Rio Metro on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more • Alert Center – In the event of an emergency or closure, alert notifications will appear at the top of the homepage and all pages within the site

In addition to these and other great updates, Rio Metro is working with a developer to create an interactive train schedule.

The interactive schedule will allow passengers to select their travel starting point and destination, and will quickly generate train times and information based on the selections made. Look for this feature to go live in the next few months.

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Meet Melissa Mackel, NM Rail Runner Express Engineer Melissa Mackel is a woman who loves watching wildlife, especially along the New Mexico Rail Runner Express tracks between Santo Domingo Pueblo and the Santa Fe Co./NM599 Station outside Santa Fe. Mackel is an Engineer on the Rail Runner, so she gets to see this part of the rail corridor often.

“I am a wildlife and nature lover,” she says. “I have seen eagles and peregrine falcons and a bobcat along those tracks. My father is an avid hunter and farmer, so I grew up with that pretty much in my nature.”

Mackel’s father, Ernest, is also a chess player, she says. While raising Melissa at Zuni he taught her to think four and five moves in advance, good training for a 38-year-old engineer who commands Rail Runner trains from Belen to Santa Fe.

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MARIA CHABOT. GEORGIA O’KEEFFE HITCHING A RIDE TO ABIQUIU, 1944. PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINT. GIFT OF THE MARIA CHABOT LITERARY TRUST.

INTERESTING FOLKS Herzog Transit Services, Inc., the contractor hired to operate the Rail Runner, is Melissa’s employer.

“When running the train, you always have to be vigilant and looking ahead at the whole landscape,” she says. “But I like the challenges that arise when we are delayed; making sure I deliver a smooth but speedy arrival at our destination.”

Mackel started working on the Rail Runner in 2006, the year the service started. Her first job “right off the street” was as a conductor assisting passengers, during which she met some pretty interesting riders and colleagues. The elderly riders and the military veterans are among her favorites, including a Navy veteran named Phil who worked around planes during his years of service to the

New Mexico Rail Runner Express Engineer, Melissa Mackel, enjoys the challenge of safely and quickly keeping the trains on schedule.

Photo by Martin Frentzel

country. She finds inspiration in his stories of deployment around the world.

“I would love to get my aviators license,” she says. “I would love to be a pilot.”

As long as she is grounded and held in the engineer’s cab, however, dealing with the people she shuttles along the tracks is rewarding. “I like to think the long-haul commuters are the ones who benefit the most from the Rail Runner. Maybe they stayed up late the night before, and they can rest during the trip.”

“But I also think that taking people off the interstate helps to reduce the incidence of road rage. I used to work banker’s hours and I would see people totally lose their composure. It is as if patience, common sense and courtesy are not taught anymore,” Mackel says. She worked retail before being hired by Herzog.

Her father instilled those qualities in her and her siblings. “If we wanted something, or needed attention, he taught us we had to wait our turn,” she says. “He was old school; children are seen but not heard, and treat others the way you want to be treated.”

LOBO LEAGUE, TOO Melissa has deep respect for her father. “He likes to call himself a jack-of-all-trades and master of none, but he is talented artistically and mechanically. He has civil engineering skills. He has built things from the ground up that would stump most people, but he breezes right through.”

Mackel loved growing up at Zuni, watching her father farm, watching the wildlife and enjoying the success of his hunting. Most of her high school years were spent at Zuni, but she transferred to Gallup for her senior year. “I was also taking classes at UNM,” she says.

She is a competitor and played basketball, softball and volleyball when she was in school. She even competed in debate, and continues to compete in volleyball through the Lobo League.

Despite the competitive spirit, Melissa Mackle appreciates her colleagues at Herzog, and their willingness to help each other through low periods. “The camaraderie with my co-workers is what boosts your moral and helps you get through.”

That, and the lessons she learned from a farming father who thinks four or five moves ahead.

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Question & Answer How do I buy tickets?

Tickets can be purchased online at riometro.org, onboard the train from the ticket agents, or on the Rio Ticketing app. 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 disabilities. Children 9 and under and veterans with a VA medical card ride free. See the fare information listed in this magazine for details and a list of acceptable ID cards.

Do you offer a discount for group travel?

Discounted rates are available for groups of 25 or more. Contact Rio Metro’s Customer Service office at 866-795-7245 prior to travel date for details and pricing.

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 from our online ticketing (riometro.org). 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.

Overnight parking is at your own risk.

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. Food and beverages are not available for purchase on the train.

Can I charge my mobile device 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.

Can I bring my bicycle/sports equipment on the train?

Bicycles, skis and other sporting equipment are welcome on the train at no charge. Each train car has designated space for up to 8 bicycles. During the winter months, the train also provides storage containers for ski equipment. Please store your equipment in the designated storage areas.

Are pets allowed on the train?

Pets are not allowed onboard, only service animals. Service animals can be guide dogs for the blind or visually impaired, signal dogs for the hearing impaired, or other types of animals that can be individually trained to work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. Learn more about riding with a service animal at riometro.org.

Can I use my train ticket to get on area buses?

Yes. Your train ticket or VA medical card allows free bus connections on ABQ RIDE, Rio Metro, Santa Fe Trails, and most NCRTD buses on the same day of travel. Additional bus connections are available for a nominal fee.

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 Customer Service at 505-245-7245. Lost items can be picked up at Herzog Transit Services, 100 Iron SE, Albuquerque, 87102, Monday-Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Non-essential items are held for 30 days. Essential items, such as keys, IDs, wallets, phones, purses, etc. will be held for 90 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 Rio Metro website, riometro.org. You can also sign up on the website to receive text alerts for specific train routes and be notified of delays longer than 10 minutes.

Follow us on Facebook and 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 Rail Runner using ABQ RIDE buses. Look for the bus stop signs at the airport. Connections are available Monday-Saturday. Visit riometro.org or call 505-245-RAIL (7245) or 866-795-7245 for a list of airport connections.

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Santa Fe Trails Route 4 (Southside) - To the Santa Fe Convention Center, City and County offices, Santa Fe High School and Santa Fe Place Mall.

South Capitol Shuttle - Weekdays to St. Vincent Hospital, the Rodeo Business Park and the District 5 DOT office.

NM Park & Ride Blue Route Weekdays to Santa Fe, Pojoaque and Los Alamos.

NM Park & Ride Red Route Weekdays to Espanola, Pojoaque and Santa Fe. NM Park & Ride Orange Route Weekdays between Las Vegas and Santa Fe. NCRTD Route 160 - Weekdays between Santa Fe, Española and

Santa Fe Trails Route 2 (Cerrillos Road) To the West Capitol Complex, the New Mexico School for the Deaf and Santa Fe Place Mall. (connect here to SF Outlet Mall (Route 26).

South Capitol Station

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Santa Fe Trails Route M (Museum Hill) Access to the Museum of Spanish Art, Museum of Indian Arts & Culture, Museum of International Folk Art and the Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian.

NCRTD Taos Express - To Española and the Town of Taos.

Saturdays and Sundays only.

Santa Fe Trails Route 4 (Southside) To the Santa Fe Convention Center, City and County offices, Santa Fe Place Mall and Santa Fe High School.

Santa Fe Pick Up - To the Santa Fe Plaza, Downtown Santa Fe, Canyon Road and Museum Hill. Operates daily. Turn left when exiting the train to the shuttle and look for the red truck sign.

Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino Shuttle Shuttle stops on Guadalupe right next to Tomasita’s Restaurant.

Shuttle meets train daily.

Santa Fe Trails Route 2 (Cerrillos Road) To the West Capitol Complex, the New Mexico School for the Deaf and Santa Fe Place Mall. (connect here to SF Outlet Mall (Route 26).

Santa Fe Depot Station

All our bus connections are FREE unless otherwise noted

Sandia Resort & Casino Shuttle Meets every train, seven days a week.

Sandia Pueblo Station

Rio Metro Route 204 - Weekdays to Bernalillo, northern Rio Rancho, Zia Pueblo, San Ysidro, Jemez Pueblo and Jemez Springs.

Route 505 - Weekday express service to Downtown Albuquerque before the first southbound train of the morning.

Santa Ana Star Casino Shuttle Meets every train, seven days a week.

Rio Metro Route 201 - Weekdays to Bernalillo and Enchanted Hills.

Rio Metro Route 202 - Weekedays to Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Ana Pueblo, Algodones, Santo Domingo Pueblo, Cochiti Pueblo and the Town of Cohiti Lake.

Sandoval County/US 550 Station

Rio Metro Route 202 - Weekdays to Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Santa Ana Pueblo, Algodones, Santo Domingo Pueblo, Cochiti Pueblo and the town of Cochiti Lake.

Kewa Station at Santo Domingo Pueblo

Ride Purple Bus Route to the South Capitol & Santa Fe Depot Stations. Weekday departure at 5:11 a.m.

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Kewa Pueblo

Santa Fe Co. NM 599

Zia Road

South Capitol

Santa Fe Depot

SYSTEM MAP

Rio Metro Route 206 - Weekday service for Belen residents to connect to the Rail Runner station and other nearby work centers during peak commute times.

Rio Metro Dial-A-Ride - Weekday curb-to-curb service in Valencia County. Rides must be requested by 12 NOON one business day prior.

Call 505-352-3595. $1 each way.

Socorro Shuttle - Service to Socorro Weekdays and Sundays.

Belen Station

* NM Park & Ride Purple Shuttle * Route to connect from the first run of the morning on the NM Park &

NM Park & Ride Purple Route - Weekday direct connection between the Rail Runner and Los Alamos.

Rio Metro Route 207 - Weekday service for Los Lunas residents to connect to the Rail Runner station and other nearby work centers during peak commute times. Connects to Route 209.

Rio Metro Route 209 - Weekdays between Los Lunas Transportation Center and the UNM Valencia Campus. Connects to Route 207.

Rio Metro Dial-A-Ride - Weekday curb-to-curb service in Valencia County. Rides must be requested by 12 NOON one business day prior.

Call 505-352-3595. $1 each way.

NM 599 Station Shuttle - Weekdays to Bisbee Court, the New Mexican Plaza, Jaguar, Camino Entrada, and Santa Fe Place Mall.

Meets most trains.

NCRTD Route 270 - Weekdays to the NM Department of Corrections, Oñate Complex (National Guard) and the Santa Fe County Detention Center.

Santa Fe Trails Route 22 - Weekdays to Santa Fe Community College, Rancho Viejo and IAIA.

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Los Lunas

Santa Fe County/NM 599 Station

Rail & Bus Connections Guide

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Santa Fe Pick Up City of Santa Fe Santa Fe Pick Up (505) 231-2573 City of Santa Fe santafenm.gov (505) 231-2573 Santa Fe Trails santafenm.gov (505) 955-2001 Santa Fe Trails santafenm.gov (505) 955-2001 santafenm.gov

* NM Park & Ride (866) 551-7433 NM Park & Ride nmparkandride.com (866) 551-7433 Taos Express nmparkandride.com (505) 629-4725 Taos Express (866) 206-0754 (505) 629-4725 taosexpress.com (866) 206-0754 ncrtd.org taosexpress.com ncrtd.org

Please contact the connection provider for fares.

Isleta Hotel & Casino Shuttle - A bus meets every train, seven days a week.

Isleta Pueblo Station

ABQ RIDE Route 222 - Weekdays to the South Valley, VA Hospital, Kirtland Air Force Base and the airport business district. Can also be used to access the Albuquerque International Sunport for passengers coming from and going to Valencia County.

Bernalillo County Station

ABQ RIDE Rapid Transit 766 Red Line - Express route to access Old Town, the ABQ BioPark, UNM, Nob Hill and Uptown.

ABQ RIDE Rapid Transit 777 Green Line - Express route to access UNM, Nob Hill, and the foothills near Tramway.

ABQ RIDE Route 66 - Access to locations along Central Ave. including Central & Unser Park & Ride, City and County buildings, UNM and EXPO NM. ABQ RIDE Route 53 - To Isleta Blvd, the Albuquerque Zoo and the National Hispanic Cultural Center.

ABQ RIDE Route 217 - To Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) and Kirtland Air Force Base.

ABQ RIDE Route 250 - Airport Express. Direct route to the Albuquerque International Sunport.

Other ABQ RIDE Routes - There are nearly 40 other ABQ RIDE bus routes that get you just about anywhere in the city.

Downtown Albuquerque Station

ABQ RIDE Route 157 - To Cottonwood Mall, Coronado Center, ABQ Uptown and Kirkland Air Force Base.

Montaño Station

ABQ RIDE Route 251 - Weekdays to the Journal Center business district, Century 24 Theatre, Cottonwood Mall, Intel and Rio Rancho.

Los Ranchos/Journal Center Station

Casino Shuttle Buffalo Thunder Resort & (505) 819-2292 Casino Shuttle buffalothunderresort.com (505) 819-2292 North Central Regional buffalothunderresort.com Transit District (NCRTD) North Central Regional (866) 206-0754 Transit District (NCRTD) (505) 629-4725 (866) 206-0754 ncrtd.org (505) 629-4725 ncrtd.org

Regional Transit District Rio 795-7245 Metro (866) Regional Transit District riometro.org (866) 795-7245 Hollywood Casino Shuttle at riometro.org San Felipe (505) 991-5247 Santa Ana Star Casino Shuttle (877) 529-2946 (505) 771-5336 sanfelipecasino.com (505) 867-0000 santaanastar.com

Shuttle Sandia Resort & Casino (505) 771-5336 Shuttle (505) 867-0000 (505) 796-7500 santaanastar.com sandiacasino.com Sandia Resort & Casino Shuttle ABQ RIDE (505) (505)796-7500 243-7433 sandiacasino.com myabqride.com

Belen

Los Lunas

Isleta Pueblo

Bernalillo Co.

Downtown Albuquerque

Montaño

Los Ranchos Journal Center

Sandia Pueblo

Downtown Bernalillo

Sandoval Co. / US 550

(877)Resort 747-5382 Isleta & Casino Shuttle isleta.com (877) 747-5382 Rio Metro Valencia isleta.com (505) 352-3595 riometro.org

(505) 243-7433 Isleta Resort & Casino myabqride.com Shuttle

Rio Metro Valencia (505) 352-3595 Socorro Shuttle riometro.org (575) 835-1501 Socorro Shuttle socorronm.gov (575) 835-1501 socorronm.gov

Rio Metro Route 208 - Weekday service from Belen to Downtown Albuquerque, with stops in Los Lunas, Peralta, Bosque Farms and the Pueblo of Isleta, during the morning / midday when the Rail Runner does not operate.

For moreBuffalo information, fares&and Rio connections not listed, please these providers: Thunder Resort Metro Santa Anacontact Star Casino ABQ RIDE

Santa Fe Trails Route 6 (Rodeo Road) To Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Rodeo Business Park East, and the Santa Fe Place Mall. Bus stops are located on Zia Road on the east side of St. Francis Drive (no direct service to Zia Rd Station).

Zia Rd Station

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NCRTD Route 280 - Weekdays between Santa Fe, Eldorado, Galisteo, Stanley, Moriarity and Edgewood.

NCRTD Route 290 - Weekdays between Santa Fe, Eldorado, Galisteo, Stanley, Moriarty and Edgewood.

NCRTD Santa Fe to Taos - Weekdays between Santa Fe and Taos.

NCRTD Mountain Trail Route – Daily service to the Santa Fe National Forest and Ski Santa Fe with stops throughout downtown and at 10,000 Waves.

Santa Clara Pueblo.

NCRTD Route 200 - Weekdays between Santa Fe and Española.

NCRTD Route 220 - Weekdays between Santa Fe, Tesuque, Pojoaque and Española.

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Weekday Schedule Monday through Friday

LUNES A VIERNES

Shown are departure times, unless otherwise noted.

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

Schedule Effective April 24th, 2017

Horario efectivo a partir del 24 de abril del 2017

ESTACIONES DE TREN

#502

#504

#102 EXPRESS

#506

#508

#510

#512

#514

#516

#518

#520

Belen

–

–

5:39A

6:35A

8:04A

–

3:40P

–

5:51P

7:01P

7:57P

ESTACIONES DE TREN TRAIN STATIONS

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

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

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

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

COMO LEER EL HORARIO

Shown are departure times unless otherwise noted

Northbound / rumbo norte

Los Lunas

–

–

5:49A

6:46A

8:15A

–

3:51P

–

6:01P

7:12P

8:08P

Isleta Pueblo

–

–

6:02A

6:59A

8:27A

–

4:04P

–

6:16P

7:26P

8:22P

Bernalillo County

–

–

6:10A

7:06A

8:35A

–

4:11P

–

6:29P

7:35P

8:31P

Downtown ABQ

4:32A

5:02A

6:22A

7:19A

8:42A

9:35A

4:26P

5:34P

6:48P

7:42P

8:38P

Montaño

4:41A

5:11A

–

7:29A

–

9:44A

4:35P

5:43P

6:58P

–

–

Los Ranchos / JC

4:47A

5:17A

6:34A

7:36A

–

9:50A

4:41P

5:49P

7:06P

–

–

Sandia Pueblo

4:52A

5:22A

–

7:42A

–

9:55A

4:46P

5:54P

7:12P

–

–

Downtown Bernalillo

5:01A

5:31A

–

7:52A

–

10:03A

4:54P

6:07P

7:26P

–

–

Sandoval / US 550

5:05A

5:35A

6:46A

7:58A

–

10:08A

4:59P

6:12P

7:31P

–

–

Kewa

5:25A

5:55A

7:05A

8:18A

–

10:28A

5:19P

6:34P

7:50P

–

–

SF County / NM 599

5:48A

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

6:18A

7:24A

8:39A

–

10:51A

5:43P

6:57P

8:13P

–

–

Zia Road

5:58A

6:28A

–

8:49A

–

11:01A

5:53P

7:07P

8:23P

–

–

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

South Capitol

6:08A

6:38A

7:40A

8:56A

–

11:11A

6:00P

7:17P

8:33P

–

–

Santa Fe Depot

6:13A

6:43A

7:45A

9:01A

–

11:16A

6:05P

7:22P

8:38P

–

–

1. Decida si va a ir hacia el norte o hacia el sur 2. A la izquierda, busque la estación de donde va a salir

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ESTACIONES DE TREN

CONTACT/CONTACTO

505-245-RAIL(7245) www.riometro.org Customer Service Hrs. Mon.-Fri. 5am-9pm Sat. & Sun. 8am-4pm Horas de Servicio al Cliente: lunes a viernes 5am - 9pm, sábado y domingo 8am - 4pm.

Southbound / rumbo sur

Shown are departure times unless otherwise noted #101 #517 #519 #521 EXPRESS

#501

#503

#507

#509

#511

#513

#515

Santa Fe Depot

–

–

5:39A

7:13A

1:02P

–

4:15P

5:04P

5:30P

6:46P

9:00P

South Capitol

–

–

5:43A

7:18A

1:07P

–

4:20P

5:09P

5:35P

6:51P

9:05P

Zia Road

–

–

5:49A

7:25A

1:14P

–

4:27P

–

5:42P

6:58P

9:12P

7:37A

1:26P

–

4:39P

5:26P

5:54P

7:10P

9:24P

TRAIN STATIONS

SF County / NM 599

–

–

6:01A

Kewa

–

–

6:19A

7:55A

1:44P

–

4:57P

–

6:12P

7:28P

9:42P

Sandoval / US 550

–

–

6:38A

8:14A

2:03P

–

5:16P

6:02P

6:31P

7:47P

10:01P

Downtown Bernalillo

–

–

6:43A

8:18A

2:07P

–

5:20P

–

6:35P

7:51P

10:05P

Sandia Pueblo

–

–

6:52A

8:27A

2:16P

–

5:29P

–

6:44P

8:00P

10:14P

–

6:57A

8:32A

2:21P

–

5:34P

6:14P

6:49P

8:05P

10:19P

Los Ranchos / JC

– –

–

7:02A

8:37A

2:26P

–

5:39P

–

6:54P

8:10P

10:24P

Downtown ABQ

4:45A

5:30A

7:10A

8:45A

2:37P

4:30P

5:50P

6:25P

7:02P

8:18P

10:32P

Bernalillo County

4:53A

5:41A

7:19A

–

2:45P

4:38P

5:57P

–

7:09P

–

–

Isleta Pueblo

5:01A

5:49A

7:27A

–

2:52P

4:45P

6:06P

–

7:17P

–

–

Los Lunas

5:13A

6:06A

7:39A

–

3:05P

4:58P

6:22P

–

7:31P

–

–

Belen

5:24A

6:17A

7:50A

–

3:15P

5:08P

6:33P

–

7:42P

–

–

Montaño

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Designated QUIET CAR Service Only cars nearest to locomotive are Quiet Cars Means train does not stop

Significa el tren no hace parada

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Train arrives but does not continue

Tren llega hasta este punto pero no continua

Weekend Schedule Saturday and Sunday

SABADO Y DOMINGO

Shown are departure times, unless otherwise noted.

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

Schedule Effective April 24th, 2017

Horario efectivo a partir del 24 de abril del 2017

ESTACIONES DE TREN

Saturday

Northbound Saturday / sabado rumbo norte

ESTACIONES DE TREN

TRAIN STATIONS

#702

#704

#706

#708

#710

Belen

7:50A

12:45P

5:40P

7:43P

10:35P

#703

#705

#707

#709

#711

Santa Fe Depot

–

10:20A

3:15P

–

8:10P

10:14P

Los Lunas

8:00A

12:55P

5:50P

7:53P

10:45P

South Capitol

–

10:25A

3:20P

–

8:15P

10:19P

Isleta Pueblo

8:11A

1:06P

6:01P

8:04P

10:56P

Zia Road

–

10:33A

3:28P

–

8:23P

10:27P

Bernalillo County

8:19A

1:14P

6:09P

8:12P

11:03P

SF County / NM 599

–

3:37P

–

8:32P

10:36P

Downtown ABQ

8:30A

1:25P

10:42A

6:20P

8:23P

11:11P

Kewa

3:55P

–

8:50P

10:54P

8:39A

6:29P

8:32P

–

11:00A

Montaño

1:34P

–

Sandoval / US 550

6:35P

8:38P

–

4:13P

–

8:45A

11:18A

9:08P

11:13P

Los Ranchos / JC

1:40P

–

8:43P

–

11:21A

4:16P

–

8:50A

6:40P

–

9:11P

11:16P

Sandia Pueblo

1:45P

Downtown Bernalillo

8:58A

6:48P

8:51P

–

–

11:30A

4:25P

–

9:20P

11:25P

Downtown Bernalillo

1:53P

Sandia Pueblo

9:02A

6:52P

8:55P

–

–

11:35A

4:30P

–

Sandoval / US 550

1:57P

Los Ranchos / JC

9:25P

11:30P

2:15P

7:10P

9:13P

–

–

11:41A

4:36P

–

Kewa

9:20A

Montaño

9:31P

11:36P

SF County / NM 599

9:41A

2:36P

7:31P

9:34P

–

Downtown ABQ

6:56A

11:51A

4:45P

6:51P

9:41P

11:45P

Zia Road

9:52A

2:47P

7:42P

9:45P

–

Bernalillo County

7:06A

12:01P

4:56P

7:01P

9:51P

–

South Capitol

10:00A

2:55P

7:50P

9:53P

–

Isleta Pueblo

7:14A

12:09P

5:04P

7:09P

9:59P

–

Santa Fe Depot

10:05A

3:00P

7:55P

9:58P

–

Los Lunas

7:25A

12:20P

5:15P

7:20P

10:10P

–

Belen

7:35A

12:30P

5:25P

7:30P

10:20P

–

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ESTACIONES DE TREN

LEA HACIA ABAJO

Northbound Sunday / domingo rumbo norte

ESTACIONES DE TREN

Southbound Sunday / domingo rumbo sur

#702

#704

#706

#701

#703

#705

#707

Belen

7:50A

12:45P

5:40P

Santa Fe Depot

–

10:20A

3:15P

8:10P

TRAIN STATIONS

Sunday

Southbound Saturday / sabado rumbo sur

#701

TRAIN STATIONS

TRAIN STATIONS

Los Lunas

8:00A

12:55P

5:50P

South Capitol

–

10:25A

3:20P

8:15P

Isleta Pueblo

8:11A

1:06P

6:01P

Zia Road

–

10:33A

3:28P

8:23P

Bernalillo County

8:19A

1:14P

6:09P

SF County / NM 599

–

10:42A

3:37P

8:32P

Downtown ABQ

8:30A

1:25P

6:20P

Kewa

–

11:00A

3:55P

8:50P

Montaño

8:39A

1:34P

6:29P

Sandoval / US 550

–

11:18A

4:13P

9:08P

Los Ranchos / JC

8:45A

1:40P

6:35P

Downtown Bernalillo

–

11:21A

4:16P

9:11P

Sandia Pueblo

8:50A

1:45P

6:40P

Sandia Pueblo

–

11:30A

4:25P

9:20P

Downtown Bernalillo

8:58A

1:53P

6:48P

Los Ranchos / JC

–

11:35A

4:30P

9:25P

Sandoval / US 550

9:02A

1:57P

6:52P

Montaño

–

11:41A

4:36P

9:31P

Kewa

9:20A

2:15P

7:10P

Downtown ABQ

6:56A

11:51A

4:45P

9:41P

SF County / NM 599

9:41A

2:36P

7:31P

Bernalillo County

7:06A

12:01P

4:56P

–

Zia Road

9:52A

2:47P

7:42P

Isleta Pueblo

7:14A

12:09P

5:04P

–

South Capitol

10:00A

2:55P

7:50P

Los Lunas

7:25A

12:20P

5:15P

–

10:05A

3:00P

7:55P

Belen

7:35A

12:30P

5:25P

–

Santa Fe Depot

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LEA HACIA ABAJO

READ DOWN

LEA HACIA ABAJO

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 Distrito de Tránsito Regional de Río Metro cumple con las obligaciones del Título VI. No discriminamos por raza, color ni origen nacional al brindar nuestros servicios.

Para obtener más información sobre nuestros deberes antidiscriminatorios o para presentar un reclamo del Título VI, contáctenos en 809 Copper Ave. NW, ABQ, NM 87102. www.riometro.org | www.travelnewmex.com | FALL/WINTER 2018

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Holiday Schedule Indigenous People's Day

Monday, October 8, 2018 - Regular Weekday Schedule

Veterans Day

New Year's Day

Veterans Day (observed)

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Thanksgiving Day

Presidents' Day

Sunday, November 11, 2018 - Sunday Schedule

Tuesday, January 1, 2019 - No Service

Monday, November 12, 2018 - Sunday Schedule

Monday, January 21, 2019 - Sunday Schedule

Thursday, November 22, 2018 - No Service

Monday, February 18, 2019 - Regular Weekday Schedule

Day After Thanksgiving

Friday, November 23, 2018 - Sunday Schedule

3 Ways to Purchase Your Ticket

Christmas Day

SYSTEM MAP Santa Fe Depot

Tuesday, December 25, 2018 - No Service

Mobile APP (NMRX) For Apple and Android.

Fares

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HOW TO CALCULATE YOUR FARE Step 1: Count the number of zones Count the number of zones through which you will travel.

Step 2: Pick the type of fare you need Do you want a one-way ticket, a day pass, a monthly or annual pass? Are you eligible for a reduced fare?

Step 3: Check the chart below and see how much your fare is

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Santa Fe Co. NM 599

Kewa Pueblo

Downtown Bernalillo

day pass $3 $4 $6 $9 $10 $11

monthly pass $39 $55 $72 $105 $110 $121

annual pass $385 $550 $715 $1045 $1100 $1210

REDUCED FARE one-way $1 $1 $2 $4 $4 $5

Zia Road

Sandoval Co. / US 550

FULL FARE one-way $2 $3 $5 $8 $9 $10

South Capitol

day pass $2 $2 $3 $6 $7 $8

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REDUCED FARES ARE 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 a 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

Sandia Pueblo Los Ranchos Journal Center Montaño Downtown Albuquerque Bernalillo Co. Isleta Pueblo

FREE FARES Veterans with a VA Medical Card Children 9 and under

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Schedule of Events ONGOING EVENTS Santa Fe Farmers Market Santa Fe Railyard Every Saturday year-round 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.

(505) 983-4098 santafefarmersmarket.com Railyard Artisan Market Santa Fe Railyard Every Sunday year-round 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.

(505) 983-4098 artmarketsantafe.com Santa Fe Artists Market Santa Fe Railyard Saturdays through December 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.

(505) 310-8766 santafeartistsmarket.com Downtown Growers’ Market Robinson Park, Albuquerque Saturdays through November 3 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and walk to 8th & Central.

(505) 252-2959 downtowngrowers.com Rail Yards Market Albuquerque Rail Yard Sundays through October 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and walk south to 1st & Hazeldine.

(505) 600-1109 railyardsmarket.org OCTOBER October 5-7 ABQ Gem & Mineral Show EXPO NM, Albuquerque 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 222-9700 exponm.com

October 5-7 Albuquerque Grecian Festival St. George Greek Orthodox Church,

Albuquerque 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. FridaySaturday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & Edith, then take a short walk south to High St. (505) 247-9411 abqgreekfest.com October 6-28 NM Water Color Society Show EXPO NM, Albuquerque 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 222-9700 exponm.com October 6-14 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque Park & Ride is available from Cottonwood Mall, Intel, Coronado Center & Hoffmantown Church.

(505) 821-1000 balloonfiesta.com October 8 Santa Fe Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration Santa Fe Plaza 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and walk or take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle to E. San Francisco & Lincoln Ave. santafe.org October 13 New Mexico Brew Fest EXPO NM, Albuquerque 1 - 6 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 362-4848 nmbrewfest.com

October 19-20 Quilt Fiesta Santa Fe Santa Fe Community Convention Center 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 Grant & Marcy. nnmqg.org NOVEMBER

November 23-25 Rio Grande Arts and Crafts Festival Expo NM, Albuquerque 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. FridaySaturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 292-7457 riograndefestivals.com

November 2-4 Fred Harvey History Weekend NM History Museum, Santa Fe Call for event times Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle or walk to Lincoln & E. Palace.

(505) 476-5100 nmhistorymuseum.org

November 24 Christmas Tree Lighting on the Plaza Santa Fe Plaza 3 - 8 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and walk or take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle to E. San Francisco & Lincoln Ave. santafe.org

November 5-25 NM Veterans Art Show EXPO NM, Albuquerque Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 222-9700 exponm.com

November 30 Pueblo Shop & Stroll Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Albuquerque 5 - 8 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 10 north to 12th & Indian School.

(505) 843-7270 indianpueblo.org

November 16 Colcha Community StitchAlong National Hispanic Cultural Center, Albuquerque 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 54 to 4th & Bridge.

(505) 246-2261 nhccnm.org

November 30 – December 2 Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival Santa Fe Community Convention Center Call for times Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle or a short walk to Grant & Marcy.

(505) 603-0558 recyclesantafe.org

November 16-18 5th Annual Pueblo Film Fest Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Albuquerque Call for times Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 10 north to 12th & Indian School.

(505) 843-7270 indianpueblo.org

DECEMBER December 1-2 Winter Spanish Market National Hispanic Cultural Center, Albuquerque 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 54 to 4th & Bridge.

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December 15-16 Santa Fe Winter Indian Market La Fonda on the Plaza, Santa Fe Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and walk or take the Santa Fe Trails Route 255 bus to W. San Francisco St. & Cathedral Pl. Call for times (505) 983-5220 swaia.org

January 26 – September 30 Drugs: Costs & Consequences NM Museum of Natural History & Science 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 or 766 west to Central & Rio Grande, then walk north to Mountain Rd. & 18th St. (505) 841-2800 nmnaturalhistory.org

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All Month Seniors Ride Free NM Rail Runner Express Seniors 62+ can ride any train for free on Wednesdays.

(505) 245-7245 (RAIL) riometro.org

All Month Seniors Ride Free NM Rail Runner Express Seniors 62+ can ride any train for free on Wednesdays.

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Schedule of Events December 1-2 Young Native Artists Winter Show NM History Museum, Santa Fe 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle or walk to Lincoln & E. Palace.

(505) 476-5100 nmhistorymuseum.org December 7 Christmas at the Palace Palace of the Governors, Santa Fe 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle or walk to Lincoln & E. Palace.

(505) 476-5100 palaceofthegovernors.org December 9 Las Posadas NM History Museum, Santa Fe 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle or walk to Lincoln & E. Palace.

(505) 476-5200 nmhistorymuseum.org December 15 Santa’s Village Santa Fe Railyard 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot.

(505) 245-7245 (RAIL) riometro.org December 14-16 Rail Yards Holiday Market Albuquerque Rail Yard Call for times Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and walk south to 1st & Hazeldine.

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All Month From Calder to Chicago: Sculptors on Paper Albuquerque Museum of Art and History 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. TuesdaySunday Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 west to Central & Rio Grande.

(505) 243-7255 cabq.gov All Month Exhibit: Beadwork Adorns the World Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. TuesdaySunday Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle to Museum Hill.

(505) 476-1200 internationalfolkart.org January 18-20 Albuquerque Comic Con Albuquerque Convention Center Visit the website for times Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and walk north to 2nd & Tijeras. albuquerquecomiccon.com

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All Month Exhibit: A Gathering of Voices Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. TuesdaySunday Exit the train at the Santa Fe Depot and take the Santa Fe Pick-Up Shuttle to Museum Hill.

(505) 476-1200 internationalfolkart.org February 15-24 Santa Fe Restaurant Week Various Restaurants, Santa Fe Visit the website for locations and menus. nmrestaurantweek.com February 22 – June 23 Brain: The Inside Story NM Museum of Natural History & Science 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 or 766 west to Central & Rio Grande, then walk north to Mountain Rd. & 18th St. (505) 841-2800 nmnaturalhistory.org February 24 – March 3 Taos Restaurant Week Various Restaurants, Taos Visit the website for locations and menus. nmrestaurantweek.com

MARCH All Month Seniors 62+ Ride Free NM Rail Runner Express Seniors 62+ can ride any train for free on Wednesdays.

(505) 245-7245 (RAIL) riometro.org March 1-3 Fiery Foods and Barbeque Show Sandia Resort and Casino 4 - 8 p.m. Friday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday Exit the train at the Sandia Pueblo Station and take the free shuttle to the casino.

(505) 873-8680 fieryfoodsshow.com March 3-11 Albuquerque Restaurant Week Various Restaurants, Albuqueque Visit the website for locations and menus. nmrestaurantweek.com March 8-10 Rio Grande Arts and Crafts Festival Expo NM, Albuquerque 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. FridaySaturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 292-7457 riograndefestivals.com March 16-17 Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest Expo NM, Albuquerque 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Exit the train at Downtown ABQ and take ABQ RIDE Route 66 east to Central & San Pedro.

(505) 510-1312 chocolateandcoffeefest.com

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“After the Rain” (Photo Credit: Taos Pueblo Tourism)

Taos Pueblo’s Living Community Has Much to be Admired

Taos Pueblo welcomes visitors

from all over the world. It’s considered the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States by archaeologists who say ancestors of Micaceous Pottery the Taos Indians lived in the valley Photo Credit: Taos Pueblo Tourism long before Columbus discovered America and even hundreds of years before Europe emerged from the Dark Ages.

And the people of Taos Pueblo are happy to share their storied history with tourists. It’s something the Pueblo has been sharing openly since the 1920s.

“Take a tour of the pueblo, if possible,” says Ilona Spruce, tourism director for Taos Pueblo. “Some of our guides are college students who were born and raised here and come back to share their perspective of the pueblo. There’s something very special about this because they are truly proud of where they came from and who we are as a people.”

Parts of this Northern New Mexico pueblo remain much like they were when the first Spanish explorers arrived in New Mexico in 1540. Those explorers were looking for the fabled Cities of Gold and believed Taos was one of them.

Architecture is a big draw of the Pueblo. The structures are made entirely of adobe — earth mixed with water and straw, made into sun-dried bricks. Roofs of each of the five stories are supported by large timbers (vigas) hauled down from the

mountain forests. Smaller pieces of wood, pine or aspen latillas, are placed on top of the vigas. The roof is then covered with packed dirt.

The outside surfaces of the pueblo are continuously maintained by “Taking a Tour” plastering with thick layers of mud.

Photo Credit: Rima Krisst Interior walls are carefully coated with thin washes of white earth to keep them clean and bright. The pueblo is actually many individual homes, built side-by-side and in layers, with common walls but no connecting doorways. In earlier days there were no doors or windows, and entry was gained only from the top.

Today, about 150 people live at the pueblo full time, and another 1,500 or so other families own more modern homes to the north or south of the oldest two structures.

“When people visit for the first time, I like to remind them to be mindful that our pueblo is a living community,” Spruce says.

“Even though we openly welcome our visitors, we also need to let them know that these are people’s homes and some of the most beautiful and architecturally unique spaces.”

Taos Pueblo is a World Heritage Site as well. The pueblo is open to visitors daily from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except during tribal ritual days that require closing the Pueblo. Late winter to early spring, the pueblo closes for about 10 weeks. Visit www.taospueblo.com for more information and to view events open to the public.

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Museum Showcases History & Culture of Los Lunas The Los Lunas Museum of Heritage and Arts interprets the rich history of the people and events of Valencia County. The museum is housed in a renovated building that was constructed during the Thirties as a Works Progress Administration project, and in the intervening years it has served many purposes, including as a community center, farm administration offices, fire department, police station, municipal court, and public library. In 2008, the Village of Los Lunas re-dedicated the building on the occasion of opening the Museum of Heritage and Arts to honor long-serving Clerk-Treasurer Agustin Archuleta. For a decade, visitors to Los Lunas have been stopping by the Museum to learn the stories of the Rio Abajo, and we encourage you to visit us during your stay in Los Lunas!

Located one-half mile north of the Los Lunas Transportation Center, the Museum is within convenient walking distance when passengers disembark the Rail Runner.

The Museum is located beneath the landmark water tower in Los Lunas.

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The Los Lunas Museum of Heritage and Arts

Stretching along the east side of NM Highway 314 is a paved walking path suitable for pedestrians and bicyclists to walk and ride from the train center north to Main Street.

A historical marker honoring the memory of Captain Maximiliano Luna (1870-1899) stands near the path’s halfway point, and as you continue toward Main Street on your right is the site where the original San Clemente Catholic Church was erected in 1894. From the intersection of Main Street and Highway 314, the Museum is located two blocks to the east.

Ninety years ago when Los Lunas incorporated as a village, Main Street was a stretch of U.S. Route 66, “the Mother Road” linking Chicago to Santa Monica, California, and the Museum stands alongside that historic roadway. Located at 251 Main Street SE and open on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the Museum is most recognizable as the building beneath the water tower at Luna Avenue and Main Street. For information about our events calendar, please call us at 505-352-7720, or visit www. facebook.com/loslunasmuseum.

“Our roots are on the route,” as we like to say, and we welcome you to Los Lunas!

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Chama: New Mexico’s Mecca for Winter Fun One of the best-kept secrets in New Mexico is the enchanting little village of Chama at the top of the state. It is the western home of the Cumbres & Toltec steam railroad, the home of great trout fishing and horseback riding in its summer meadows.

Oh yeah, and it’s an absolute mecca for winter sports, too!

Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snow-shoeing—everything but downhill skiing is abundantly available in Chama’s gorgeous natural open country. Every Martin Luther King weekend, in January, Chama hosts the Chama Chile Ski Classic, a cross-country ski event.

There are races and special events occurring all weekend. There’s also a fabulous hot air balloon rally the last weekend in February.

Chama, with its lively Western-style business district, several hotels and cozy dining establishments, is located on U.S. 84 (take the “Chama Highway” out of Española) in the beautiful and diverse Chama Valley near the Colorado border. The valley, created and traversed by the Rio Chama, is situated in the southern Rockies at 7,860 feet elevation, with nearby Brazos Peaks offering mountain vistas and scenic gorges.

The valley’s human history is rich with stories of toil and innovation, from the indigenous Indian people to Hispanic settlers to trappers and latter-day business people attracted by the varied

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resources. Winter especially offers breathtaking beauty in the Rio Chama Valley. Days are sunny; nights are clear and Photo courtesy of Chama Valley Chamber filled with stars. In the valley, of Commerce. the combination of bright sunshine and lack of humidity make for surprisingly comfortable days.

In the surrounding mountain passes, you’ll find a reliable base of snow. The gentle terrain of the mesas makes for perfect crosscountry skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Groomed trails and marked tracks crisscross easily accessible public lands. This area has five yurts available for those wishing to spend the night. In colder years, visitors and residents gather for fine ice fishing on Heron Reservoir.

For your safety and comfort, Chama locals warn to always check with the appropriate ranger district before heading out; never travel alone, and make sure you are adequately prepared.

For more information go to Chama Valley Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-477-0149. For yurt information go to www.skichama.com.

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Santa’s Village: A Holiday Event for Kids of All Ages Jolly old St. Nick is scheduled to visit the Santa Fe Railyard on Saturday, December 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the 6th Annual Santa’s Village, sponsored by the Rio Metro Regional Transit District.

You don’t have to be a youngster to enjoy the event and visit with Santa - you just have to believe.

“We usually get between four thousand and six thousand guests,” says Coryn Kiefer Helmken, owner of KH Creative Group and coordinator of the event. “Although one year we had a crazy snow storm and attendance was down, but it was still busy.”

“We will have arts and crafts materials available,” Kiefer Helmken says. “There will also be opportunities to write a letter to Santa and decorate Christmas cookies.”

These are just a few of the activities visitors will experience. Face painting is also on the agenda, she says, and a caricature artist will be on hand. “The artist does really good family drawings, and that’s very popular at Christmas.”

“Santa’s Village has become a marquee event for Rio Metro and we continue to be amazed at the response”, says Allyne Clarke, marketing director for Rio Metro. This year’s event also coincides with the 10th anniversary of the opening of the Santa Fe Depot Train Station, the last stop along the rail’s 100-mile corridor, and we are planning something special to celebrate.

Those interested in history will be able to listen to the Fanfare Victorian Carolers, who stroll through the Depot and surrounding area dressed in full Victorian apparel. That’s something kids don’t see very often. “The carolers take you back into a time when things were a little easier,” says Kiefer Helmken. Victorians are credited with creating many of today’s favorite carols, including “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”, “Deck the Halls”, “O Come All Ye Faithful”, and “Jingle Bells”.

Reservations are not necessary - people can just show up. And they do from Belen to Albuquerque, and right there in Santa Fe.

Guests from south of Santa Fe are encouraged to take the New Mexico Rail Runner Express to the event. There will be a special Santa’s Village train schedule on that day, with additional trains to accommodate passengers. For more information, a schedule of activities, and to view the special train schedule, visit riometro.org.

Information will become available mid-November.

There are lots of fun photo opportunities throughout the event.

The interactive model railroad is always a big hit.

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Meet and take pictures with Santa during this year’s Santa’s Village event.

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Balloon Fiesta Events Calendar 2018 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5

7:00am - Albuquerque Aloft (at local elementary schools)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6

5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol Show 6:30am - Morning Glow 6:45am - Opening Ceremonies 7:00am - Mass Ascension, presented by Canon 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 1:30pm - 5:00pm - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 2:00pm - America’s Challenge Gas Balloon Race Inflation 6:00pm - Twilight Twinkle Glow™ 6:00pm - America’s Challenge Gas Balloon Race Launch 7:45pm - Laser Light Show 8:00pm* - AfterGlow™ Fireworks Show

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7

5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol Show 6:30am - Morning Glow 7:00am - Mass Ascension 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 9:00am - Fiesta of Wheels Car Show (Located on north end of launch field) 11:00am - Balloon Fiesta Pin Trading (Group Tour Tent, north end of Main Street) 1:30pm - 5:00pm - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 6:00pm - Balloon Glow 7:45pm - Laser Light Show 8:00pm* - AfterGlow™ Fireworks Show

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8

PROPANE DAY presented by Airgas, an Air Liquide company 5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol Show 7:00am - Balloons Launch 8:00am - Competition Flying Begins 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Demonstrations

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9

COCA-COLA DAY 5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol Show 7:00am - Balloons Launch 8:00am - Competition Flying Begins 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Demonstrations *AfterGlow™ fireworks shows will begin as soon as the launch field is clear of balloons, thus the starting times are approximate and subject to change without notice. Additionally, local police will modify traffic flows to utilize all traffic lanes for outbound traffic only at the conclusion of each Glow event. So if you want to watch the AfterGlow™ fireworks shows from the Park, plan to arrive at the Park in time for that evening’s glow event. *Event list courtesy of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, www.balloonfiesta.com

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Balloon Fiesta Events Calendar 2018 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10

5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol Show 6:30am - Morning Glow 7:00am - Flight of the Nations Mass Ascension 8:00am - Competition Flying Begins 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Demonstrations

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11

KID’S DAY presented by KOB-TV 5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol 7:00am - Special Shape Rodeo™ 8:00am - Competition Flying Begins 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 1:30pm - 5:00pm - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 6:00pm - Special Shape Glowdeo™ 7:45pm - Laser Light Show 8:00pm* - AfterGlow™ Fireworks Show

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12

5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol 7:00am - Special Shape Rodeo™ 8:00am - Competition Flying Begins 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 1:30pm - 5:00pm - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 6:00pm - Special Shape Glowdeo™ 7:45pm - Laser Light Show 8:00pm* - AfterGlow™ Fireworks Show

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13

5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol 6:30am - Morning Glow 7:00am - Mass Ascension 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 11:00am - Balloon Fiesta Pin Trading (Group Tour Tent, north end of Main Street) 1:00pm - 5:00pm - Music Fiesta™ 1:30pm - 5:00pm - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Invitational 6:00pm - Night Magic™ Glow, presented by Canon 7:45pm - Laser Light Show 8:00pm* - AfterGlow™ Fireworks Show

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14

5:45am - Laser Light Show 6:00am - Dawn Patrol 6:30am - Morning Glow 7:00am - Farewell Mass Ascension 8:30am - 11:30am - AIBF Chainsaw Carving Q&A *AfterGlow™ fireworks shows will begin as soon as the launch field is clear of balloons, thus the starting times are approximate and subject to change without notice. Additionally, local police will modify traffic flows to utilize all traffic lanes for outbound traffic only at the conclusion of each Glow event. So if you want to watch the AfterGlow™ fireworks shows from the Park, plan to arrive at the Park in time for that evening’s glow event. *Event list courtesy of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, www.balloonfiesta.com

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The open road to excitement is at Route 66 Casino Hotel. Rev it up with thrilling casino action featuring over 1,300 slot games and 15 action-packed table games.

Fill up with delicious dining options, including New Mexico’s best casino buffet.

Switch gears with top-notch, toe-tapping entertainment. Coast into indulgence and stay the night in our classy and comfortable hotel.

Have an out-of-this-world experience.

An unidentified flying object has landed in the center of the Route 66 Casino Hotel gaming floor, and its alien presence has drawn the newest slot games in the country. The larger-than-life flying saucer draws inspiration from both Area 51 and Route 66. Slot machines within the Area 66 realm will be regularly replaced with brand new exclusive machines, making Route 66 Casino first-tomarket with 18 new games every 90 days!

Experience world-class quality, service and value at one of our award-winning restaurants and three lounges.

Tempt your taste buds at Thunder Road Steakhouse and Cantina. Located in the heart of the casino, this multilevel restaurant serves up sizzling steaks, spicy tacos and specialty drinks from the tequila bar. Enjoy free entertainment by the best local bands every weekend on the bar-top stage. Voted best buffet many times over, Buffet 66 is a world of fresh choices all in one place, with an array of international flavors on the menu. When it comes to All-American comfort foods and cocktails, we’ve got it all! Flashback to the good ol’ days in the newly renovated Johnny Rockets restaurant. Swing by the '50s-inspired diner for an All-American burger, onion rings, and milkshake. Main Street Restaurant & Bar is the perfect place for breakfast, or order a home-style special. Grab an

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indoor patio table and watch all of the casino excitement. 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.

Let us entertain you. With 2,800 plush theater-style seats in Legends Theater, every seat is a good seat. Experience performances from some of the best comedians, rock legends, country superstars, and premier tribute bands in the business. Legends Theater features more than 20 headliner performances every year.

The fun doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down.

Relax in one of the 154 newly renovated rooms at Route 66 Hotel. Refreshed from floor to ceiling, a recent $2 million remodel features an inviting ambiance of lively designs, modern furnishings and many upgrades to make your stay comfortable. Re-energize with in-room amenities from top brands like Simmons Beautyrest®, Starbucks®, and Bath & Body Works®. Hotel reservations are available now.

For rates, member discounts and reservations, please call 866-711-STAY (7829).

The entire family can get their kicks at Route 66 at Kids Quest and Cyber Quest, the on-site hourly child care and a non-violent game arcade. Route 66 Casino Hotel is the only casino property in New Mexico to offer this children's program. Open seven days a week, Kids Quest accepts children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

The best gaming, dining and entertainment is just a hop, skip and short 18-minute drive west of Albuquerque, exit 140 on Interstate 40. Get all the latest Route 66 Casino Hotel news and announcements at www.rt66casino.com.

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Get away from the everyday and head toward excitement. Enjoy thrilling casino action, delicious dining options, top-notch entertainment and then stay the night in our classy and comfortable hotel.

866-352-RT66 (7866) • RT66CASINO.COM

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