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January 2004 arts & entertainment listings. Last month.
Austin
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ALAN DERSHOWITZUT campus, Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, 2313 Red River (512-475-9021) |
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KLRU's Distinguished Speaker Series presents the civil rights defender discussing global perspectives on justice and civil liberties. Jan 15 at 7. $30. |
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ARTHOUSE AT THE JONES CENTER700 Congress Ave (512-453-5312) |
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This modish downtown gallery is run by the organization formerly known as the Texas Fine Arts Association. Thru Jan 11: Sydney Philen Yeager: Little Mysteries 1992-2003. Open Tue, Wed & Fri 11-7; Thur 11-9; Sat 10-5; Sun 1-5. Free. |
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AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM201 Colorado (512-472-2499) |
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Thru Jan 10: My Family/En Mi Familia—an exploration in Mexican American culture via the work of Carmen Lomas Garza. Open Tue-Sat 10-5, Sun noon-5. Gen adm $4.50 (free Wed 5-8 & Sun 4-5), children 12-23 months $2.50, 11 months & under free. |
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AUSTIN ICE BATSTravis County Exposition Center, 7311 Decker Ln (512-927-7825) |
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Jan 3: Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees. Jan 9: Corpus Christi Rayz. Jan 11 at 3: Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees. Jan 17: Lubbock Cotton Kings. Jan 23: Laredo Bucks. Jan 25 at 3: Fort Worth Brahmas. Jan 30: Corpus Christi Rayz. Jan 31: Indianapolis Ice. At 7:30 unless otherwise noted. $10-$30. |
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AUSTIN MUSEUM OF ART823 Congress Ave (512-495-9224) |
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Thru Feb 1: Terry Allen: Dugout—the West Texas native's latest series, which is based on the lives of his parents, a baseball player and a ragtime piano player. Open Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat 10-6; Thur 10-8; Sun noon-5. Gen adm $5 ($1 on Tue), senior citizens & students $4 ($1 on Tue), children 12 & under free. |
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BOB BULLOCK TEXAS STATE HISTORY MUSEUM1800 N. Congress Ave (512-936-8746) |
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This museum, which is named for the former Texas lieutenant governor, houses three floors of exhibits that trace the history of Texas. Thru Jan 4: Play Ball! Texas Baseball—original uniforms and equipment, stadium details, and other memorabilia celebrate the excitement of the sport. Also check out the IMAX theater (shows daily; call for times & prices). Open Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun noon-6. Gen adm $5.50, senior citizens $4.50, children 18 & under free. |
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FRONTERAFEST 2004Hyde Park Theater, 511 W. 43rd and the Blue Theater, 816 Springdale (512-479-7529) |
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This unjuried "fringe festival" celebrates its eleventh anniversary and features more than 800 local and national thespians. Jan 13-Feb 14. Call for schedule. $10-$14. |
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HARRY RANSOM HUMANITIES RESEARCH CENTERUT campus, 21st & Guadalupe (512-471-8944) |
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Items in the center's collection range from a Gutenberg Bible to the world's first photograph (taken in 1826). The center also houses some 36 million literary manuscripts including those by James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway, and Tennessee Williams. Thru Mar 7: Make It New: The Rise of Modernism—artifacts that represent the modernist movement of the first half of the twentieth century. Open Tue, Wed & Fri 10-5; Thur 10-7; Sat & Sun noon-5. Free. |
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JACK S BLANTON MUSEUM OF ARTUT campus, UT Art Bldg, 23rd & San Jacinto (512-471-7324) |
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Masterpieces of European Painting, a permanent exhibit, displays more than 40 works from the museum's Suida-Manning Collection, one of the country's largest collections of Italian paintings from the Renaissance and Baroque periods by such masters as Rubens, Veronese, and Parmigianino. Thru Jan 4: Prints From the Leo Steinberg Collection: Part II—more selections from the recent acquisition of 3,200 prints by Marcantonio Raimondi, Albrecht Durer, Matisse, Picasso, et al; also, Lo feo de este mundo: Images of the Grotesque—pieces of 20th-century Latin American art that explore the humanism behind abnormal works; also, Transgressive Women—works by Yayoi Kusama, Lee Lozano, Ana Mendieta, and Joan Semmel. Open Mon-Wed & Fri 9-5, Thur 9-9, Sat & Sun 1-5. Free. |
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JAN 23 & 24: AUSTIN SYMPHONYUT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr (512-476-6064 or 888-462-3787) |
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Wagner: Overture to Rienzi. Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Dvorak: Symphony No 6 in D Major. Jon Kimura Parker, piano. Peter Bay, conductor. At 8. $19-$35. |
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JAN 23: GAELIC STORMParamount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave (512-469-7469) |
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The Celtic group blows into the Capital City. At 8. $17-$29. |
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JAN 24: SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCKUT campus, Hogg Aud, 24th & Whitis (512-471-1444) |
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This a cappella ensemble of African American women singers, who add shades of blues, early 20th-century gospel, community quartet, and jazz choral vocalizations to their harmonies, has built a solid international reputation. Toshi Reagon, the daughter of the group's founder, Bernice Johnson Reagon, and her band, Big Lovely, join in the festivities. At 8. $20-$42. |
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JAN 3 & 4: TERRY ALLEN AND LLOYD MAINESState Theater, 719 Congress Ave (512-469-7469 or 888-597-7827) |
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There must be something in that Lubbock water. And Allen and Maines, two of West Texas's finest musical products, sure must have drunken a lot of it. At 8. $20. |
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JAN 9, 11, 15 & 17: AUSTIN LYRIC OPERAUT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr (512-472-5992 or 800-316-7372) |
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Mozart: Così Fan Tutte. Fri at 8, Sun at 3, Thur at 7, Sat at 8. $15-$104. |
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LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON LIBRARY AND MUSEUMUT campus, 2313 Red River (512-721-0200) |
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Items from Johnson's personal life and his presidency include photos and videos relating to the Kennedy assassination and the Vietnam War. Thru Feb 16: Seasons Greetings: Christmas From the White House—holiday cards and gifts from James Madison to George W Bush; also White House in Miniature—a one-of-a-kind, 60-foot-long scale model replica of the White House. Open daily 9-5. Free. |
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ONE WORLD THEATRE7701 Bee Caves Rd (512-329-6753) |
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Jan 4 at 4:30 & 7:30: Tangokinesis; $40-$70. Jan 16 at 7 & 9:30: Jerry Jeff Walker; $29-$70. Jan 18 at 4:30 & 7: Dee Dee Bridgewater; $31-$72. Jan 25 at 4:30 & 7: R Carlos Nakai; $29-$70. |
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PARAMOUNT THEATRE713 Congress Ave (512-472-5470) |
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Dec 26-Jan 4: A Tuna Christmas—cap off the holiday season with the residents of Tuna, Texas, in this comedy written by and starring Joe Sears and Jaston Williams. Call for schedule. $17-$42. Jan 6-18: Menopause: The Musical—oh, times they are a changin' in this musical featuring four sophisticated women parodying that special time in a female's life. Tue-Fri at 8, Sat at 3 & 8, Sun at 3 & 7:30. $20-$38. |
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TEXAS SUPERHERO AND SCI-FI COLLECTOR'S EXPOCrockett Center, 6301 Hwy 290E (512-396-2845 or 512-757-1148) |
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Holy television icons, Batman, it's Adam West and Burt Ward making guest appearances at this weekend event packed with vendors selling everything from comic books to Star Wars figurines. Jan 9 & 10: Fri from noon to 7, Sat from 9 to 6 (Fri dinner with the original Batman and Robin at 8; $100). $8.50. |
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THE CAPITOL11th & Congress Ave (512-463-0063) |
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The statehouse, dedicated in 1888, was completely restored in 1994. Open Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat & Sun 9-8. Free tours Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30, Sat 9:30-3:30, Sun noon-3:30 (call ahead for groups of 10 or more). |
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THE CAPITOL VISITORS CENTER11th & Brazos. Parking at 12th & San Jacinto (first 2 hours free) (512-305-8400) |
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The Center, located in the 1857 General Land Office Bldg, houses historical exhibits. Open Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun noon-5. Free. Parking at 12th & San Jacinto (first 2 hours free). |
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VORTEX REPERTORY THEATRE2307 Manor Rd (512-478-5282) |
Theater |
12 Steps to a More Dysfunctional Christmas—Rob Nash's one-man show that proves the holidays are never easy. Dec 25-Jan 3. At 8. Gen adm $17 (Thur pay what you wish; Sun $8.50 with donation of 2 cans of food). |
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WALTER CUNNINGHAMBookPeople, 603 N. Lamar (512-472-5050) |
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The author of The All-American Boys joins moderator and Texas Monthly writer-at-large Mike Shea for the monthly meeting of the Texas Monthly Book Group. Jan 29 at 7. Free. |
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ZACHARY SCOTT THEATRE1510 Toomey Rd (512-476-0541) |
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Thru Jan 4: The Flaming Idiots—Austin's own juggling, flame-throwing vaudevillian troupe. Thur-Sat at 8, Sun at 2:30. $28-$40. Thru Jan 4: Santaland Diaries—David Sedaris's NPR hit comedy. Thur-Sat at 8, Sun at 2:30. $28-$35. |
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Odessa Convention & Visitors Bureau
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City of Bryan
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Hotel Granduca
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Commemorative Air Force
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Kerrville Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Austin
Welcome to The Live Music Capital of the World®. We have tour guides ready to show you our city. Check out all the places to catch a show, eat, shop, and find out what really makes Austin weird and more in this big city meets laid-back college town.
Hilton Buffalo Thunder
Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino combines the magic and mysticism of Native American culture with world-renowned Hilton hospitality to create the most magnificent resort in Santa Fe.
Vineyard Court Designer Suites Hotel
Escape to our Garden Getaway. The Vineyard Court is an oasis in the heart of College Station. The courtyard beckons, and guests are drawn to make new friends, or quietly rest with a good book beside the sparkling waters of the Tuscan-inspired pool.
Hotel Contessa
Voted “Top 100” Hotels in the World by Condé Nast Traveler, Hotel Contessa embodies a true reflection of the state’s most popular destination city. This Spanish inspired, contemporary, world class all-luxury suite property on the Riverwalk captures both the historic and cultural essence of San Antonio.
Bishop's Lodge
This Santa Fe resort offers a tranquil retreat with the award-winning SháNah Spa, luxurious ranch-style accommodations, outdoor heated pool, horseback riding, trap and skeet, kid’s camp, workout facility, hiking trails, and more! Celebrate 90 years of hospitality with us!
Inn and Spa at Loretto
An exquisite Santa Fe boutique hotel located in the heart of the city, the Inn and Spa at Loretto features 134 guestrooms, a full-service spa, casual fine dining, three art galleries and a tranquil sculpture garden.
Balcones Heights CVB
San Antonio Central is Balcones Heights! Located at the intersection of I-10 and Loop 410, Balcones Heights puts you minutes from San Antonio’s most popular tourist attractions – Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the River Walk, Alamo, South Texas Medical Center, and San Antonio’s finest shopping.
Angel Fire Resort
With our cool summer temperatures, colorful alpine meadows and brilliant autumn foliage, Angel Fire makes a beautiful year-round destination. Come up for world-class mountain biking, a round of golf—and a whole lot more. 800-633-7463 angelfireresort.co
Northshore - St. Tammany Parish Tourist Commission
Feast on life in St. Tammany Parish. Great fun, great food, and the great outdoors await you on Louisiana’s Northshore. Bike the Tammany Trace. Pet a giraffe and ravish a pile of crawfish. Play hard and rest easy in St. Tammany Parish.
Bay Area Houston CVB
From the fascinating high-tech wonder of space to the casual atmosphere and natural beauty of the waterfront, Bay Area Houston offers endless opportunities for a relaxing weekend getaway for two or a fun-filled adventure for the entire family.
Great Wolf Lodge, Grapevine
Make a splash in your scrapbook with a family vacation to Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, Texas, conveniently located between Dallas and Ft. Worth. Plunge, splash and float in Texas largest indoor water park, reserved exclusively for our guests. Or unwind in any of our spacious suites.
Bastrop Economic Development Corporation
Established in 1832, Bastrop is the second oldest incorporated city in Texas. You can see more than 140 homes and sites on the National Register of Historic Places. Old Town Bastrop, the Heart of the Colorado River, is where the present meets the past.
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Located on I20/59, Tuscaloosa is the perfect stop for great Southern cuisine, contemporary and folk art galleries, and unique attractions. So next time you’re headed this way, make sure Tuscaloosa is one of your stops. And remember, your table is always ready for you in Tuscaloosa.
La Fonda On The Plaza
Historic La Fonda on the Plaza introduces the Texas 2-Fold Package: 2-night stay and dinner for 2 in La Plazuela Restaurant starting at $449! 2-step to live music nightly in our lounge. Sip a margarita in our Bell Tower Bar with the best sunset views in town.
Historic Royal Gorge Route Railroad
Climb aboard Colorado’s oldest scenic railroad and cruise through the scenery of the Royal Gorge. Built in 1879, the train provides passengers the ultimate experience of this spectacular canyon. Choose from Coach, Vista Dome, Lunch, Dinner, Murder Mystery, and Wine Trains. Located in Canon City, Colorado.
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce
Nestled on the banks of the Colorado River, the historic district of Bastrop is filled with a variety of shops and restaurants. Visit beautiful Bastrop and discover why we’re known as the “Heart of the Colorado”.
Fredericksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau
Your closest friends, distinctive shopping, regional cuisine, winery tours, spa treatments, and live Texas music. This is Fredericksburg. The ultimate destination for a girls’ getaway weekend. So much fun, you’ll almost feel guilty . . . almost.
Lake Conroe
Welcome to the Lake Conroe Area—Lake, Links and Lone Star! Relax on beautiful Lake Conroe with a lunch or dinner cruise on the Southern Empress. Tee up on our challenging golf courses or take in a show at the Crighton Theatre.
New Mexico
Unsurpassed in natural beauty, New Mexico is a state of fascination, where scenic grandeur, exotic cuisine and unleashed spirit provide an endless flow of experiences; and the sweet scent of piñon, the enticing aroma of roasting green chili and brightly-colored balloons linger in the dazzling blue skies.
Waxahachie CVB
The picture-perfect place for your next visit! Experience the charm of historic downtown with unique restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment venues. Beautiful historic lodging and motels will complete your visit! Upcoming Events: SCREAMS Halloween Park and Texas Country Reporter Festival.
Grand Junction
Awe-inspiring natural beauty and a dramatic red rock landscape. Exhilarating outdoor adventures and stunning golf courses. Peaceful places to reflect and unwind and a charming downtown full of great shops, restaurants, galleries and more. This is Grand Junction, Colorado’s Wine Country.
Alpine Chamber Of Commerce
Our city draws visitors from all over the world to enjoy our unique setting, rich history and enjoyable climate. Throughout the year Alpine offers a variety of events and activities. Come find out for yourself why Alpine is considered one of Texas’s BEST KEPT SECRETS.
Silver City / Grant Chamber of Commerce
Escape to Silver City, New Mexico, where there is always something unusual to enjoy! We have art galleries, museums, unique shops, fine restaurants, friendly people, beautiful scenery, and a touch of old west history. 800-548-9378 • www.silvercity.org
Arkansas Parks & Tourism
The six distinct regions of The Natural State provide travelers with many unique destinations—from thermal spas along Hot Springs National Park’s famous bathhouse row, to the charming Victorian village of Eureka Springs.
Natural Bridge Caverns
Located in the beautiful scenic Texas Hill Country, the caverns began forming around 12 million years ago. Visitors are treated to a fascinating trip back in time.
Albuquerque CVB
The true Southwest awaits you in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Come immerse yourself in our rich culture and heritage, rooted in centuries of history. Breathe in the high desert air scented with sage and piñon, and you’ll understand why Albuquerque, NM is a destination like no other.
Plano CVB
Plano, Texas—close to everything, far from ordinary. Just minutes north of Dallas, Plano offers something for everyone—great accommodations, world-class shopping, fantastic cuisine, a historical downtown district, and many attractions such as the world famous Southfork Ranch and the Plano Balloon Festival held in September.
Hot Springs CVB
Soak away the day in thermal waters followed by shopping and sightseeing. Explore a woodland garden, art galleries, and lakes. Wind down with dining and gaming. Hot Springs has so much to do—all year long.
Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Lafayette is a flavorful combination of spirited festivals, savory cuisine, outdoor activities, breath-taking scenery, and a rich history. Our culture, like our dialect, is seasoned with a taste of Cajun French and Creole. Experience the distinct joie de vivre that is Lafayette.
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
Once the palatial home of a Texas cotton magnate, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek has received such honors as the top U.S. hotel by Zagat and the top hotel for service in the world and top U.S. hotel restaurant by Travel + Leisure.
La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa
La Posada’s $6 million restoration brings you a more lavish RockResorts Spa; a redesigned AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Fuego restaurant; and enhanced guestrooms and public spaces. Visit the new La Posada and discover all the magic and charm of Santa Fe.
League City
League City, in Houston’s Bay Area, is home to the luxurious South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center. Enjoy Clear Lake dinner cruises, water activities, golf, festivals, the Kemah Boardwalk, NASA, and Galveston, only five to fifteen minutes away.
El Monte Sagrado
The AAA four-diamond El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa® in Taos, New Mexico, boasts luxurious accommodations, an array of spa services, exquisite gourmet cuisine at De la Tierra, and an exceptional art gallery. Enjoy outdoor activities and area attractions.
AAA
With a AAA membership, you’ll have access to services such as 24-hour Roadside Assistance, special member discounts, professional travel services, and access to insurance at great rates.
Beaver Creek/Vail Resorts
Beaver Creek Resort, the ultimate family ski vacation. A luxurious village with award winning dining, perfectly groomed runs and exceptional guest service. It’s a place where the staff are trained to not just provide what guests want, but to anticipate it.
Gobierno del Estado Michoacan
Michoacan is located in Mexico’s southwestern region, an area known for its cultural wealth and abundant natural beauty. Handcrafts, history, villages full of lively customs, dance and arts are just some of the reasons Michoiacan is deservedly known as “The Soul of Mexico”.
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa/Destination Bastrop
Escape to infinite comfort at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa. This expansive, 405-acre Texas hotel resort welcomes you with distinctively approachable luxury in the midst of rugged wilderness, where jeans and business suits intermingle with ease.
El Dorado Hotel & Spa
Every great city has its premier place to stay. Discover the Four Diamond landmark just off the historic Plaza . . . with pampering treatments at Nidah spa, elegantly appointed guest rooms, and dining at the city’s most celebrated restaurant, The Old House.
Downtown Bryan Economic Association
Our members include a broad array of supporters including community members in the Bryan-College Station area, business owners, Downtown property owners and merchants, and professionals who call Historic Downtown Bryan their home.
Village Of Ruidoso
Ruidoso, New Mexico; the high-altitude sanctuary in the Sacramento Mountains welcomes you with casual sophistication, world-class gaming, and exhilarating outdoor adventures. Seasonal highlights include Ski Apache, Spencer Theater, Boutique shopping. 877-784-3676 • MyHighGround.com
