Ongoing :

Modern Over 50 at Keshet Dance Studio, Wednesdays, 1-2:30 pm, 214 Coal Ave. Modern Dance class for those with age-related problems (mobility, joint pain, injuries). No dance experience necessary.  Call 224.9808 or visit keshetdance.org.

Breast Cancer Resource Center is looking for volunteers to help New Mexicans connect to resources and information about breast and other cancers. Orientations held monthly. Call Deborah Openden, volunteer coordinator, 554.3625 or dopenden@nmcrc.org, 316 Central Ave. SE. Open Monday-Friday, 9 AM-4:30 PM.

Crazy Eights Square Dance Club Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 PM. Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 4909 Hawkins St. NE. No partner or experience required. Register for March class with Bill, 881.0137.

Albuquerque Newcomers Club Welcome Coffee first Tuesday of every month, 10 AM. Offers new residents, the recently divorced, retired or bereaved an opportunity to make friends during activities, luncheons, dining experiences, book and movie groups, bridge, bunco, mah jongg, and wine tastings. Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte. Call 321.6970,

Through February 7

Dial ‘M’ for Murder at the Albuquerque Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale Ave. SW. Evening performances 8 PM; matinees 2 PM. Tony Wendice has married his wife, Margot, for her money and now plans to murder her for the same reason. Tickets: adults $22; seniors $20; students $18; children 12 and under $10. Purchase by phone or at albuquerquelittletheatre.org. Also available at ALT Box Office, open Monday-Friday 10 AM-6 PM. Call, 242.4750.

Through February 18

Conscious Living – Healing Our Environment and Our World with Gen Kelsang Gomlam,7-8:30 PM. All society’s problems, such as war, crime, pollution, drugs and poverty, are the result of self-centered states of mind. These tendencies are often encouraged in our culture, but they’re not part of our true nature.  $10. Kadampa Meditation Center New Mexico, 8701 Comanche NE, 292.5293, meditationinnewmexico.org.

Through February 20

20th Annual Spring Gardening Seminar Series by Santa Fe Greenhouses. The seven-part seminar series titled “Plant Together: Food, Flowers and Fun” will focus on the best practices for gardening in New Mexico. Topics will range from planning your landscape to soil amendment. Admission $7.50 per person. 2904 Rufina St., Santa Fe. 1.877.811.2700 or santafegreenhouses.com.

Museums in the 21st Century: Concepts, Projects, Buildings The museum interiors and exteriors modeled in this exhibition reflect a range of responses to the new and expanded visions of museums in the 21st century. New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 West Palace Ave., Santa Fe. Tuesday-Sunday, 10 AM-5 PM. Admission: $6 for NM residents, $9 for non-residents; children under 16 free. 476.5072 or nmartmuseum.org.

Through April 25

Time Exposures: A Photographic History of Isleta Pueblo in the 19th Century at Albuquerque Museum, 9 AM-5 PM, Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Mondays. Isleta Pueblo exhibit of rare photos tells the story of life on the Isleta Indian Reservation in the 19th century and its lasting effects on life today. Admission: $3 NM residents; $4 non-residents; $2 seniors; $1 children. 2000 Mountain Road NW. 243-7255.

Through March 6

The Nature Center 2901 Candelaria NW, will offer prospective volunteers the opportunity to delve into nature and the green future in their own community on Saturdays through March 6, from 9 AM-1 PM. Focusing on the ecology of the Rio Grande Valley, educators will review the history of our great river and consider the impact of human activities as well as restoration measures currently underway. $25 plus membership; $15 for seniors, students, teachers, and the disabled; $30 for others. Karen Herzenberg, 344.7240.

The Power of Listening is a four-week course on the healing potential of interpersonal communication. Learn to listen effectively through instruction, discussion and role-play. Free. Tuesdays at Meadowlark Senior Center, at 1 PM. Class limited to 12. Lynn Huxtable, 243.2551, ext. 107, or Meadowlark, 891.5018.

February 10

Albuquerque Genealogical Society, meeting at the Albuquerque Public Library, 423 Central Ave. NE, 10:30 AM. Speaker Pat Eker, genealogist. Topic, “Military records – Past and Present.” Free Admission. Learn how to access military records, where much can be found. 848.1376 or abqgen.org

February 11

La línea recta directed by José María Orbe (2006, 95 minutes), part of The Óperas Primeras film series highlighting Spanish cinema and presented by the National Hispanic Cultural Center and Cervantes Institute, at Bank of America Film Theatre at 7 PM. Free admission. Spanish and English subtitles. The National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St. SW. 246.2261 or nhccnm.org.

February 11-14

‘KlezmerQuerque’ Klezmer music and dance festival celebrates its 8th year, beginning Thursday evening, at 7 PM, with a hands-on workshop; Friday’s events will begin at 6:30 PM with the Old World Shabbat service, followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner at 7 PM; Saturday events begin at 9:30 AM with the Strauss/Warschauer Duo leading “Shabbos, Music & Yiddish,” a hands-on workshop of Hassidic Nigunim (melodies) & Yiddish Sabbath songs for singers, instrumentalists and dancers; and Sunday’s event at 11 AM features Warschauer leading a klezmer instrumental and song workshop and Strauss will lead a dance workshop. Advanced registration is $90 or $75 for seniors, students and fixed income. Registration by Feb. 11. Beth Cohen, coordinator 243.6276 or cohenedumundsr@netzero.net

February 12-13

The 4th Annual Southwest Burlesque Showcase at KiMo Theatre. Both shows at 8 PM. An evening featuring the finest Burlesque performers from New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Texas. A night filled with beautiful ladies, raucous good humor and plenty of retro-style bump and grind. Tickets: $15 and $17. 423 Central NW, Tuesday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, and Saturdays 11 AM-5 PM. Call 768.3544.

February 14-12

Italian Film Festival The greatest stars, directors and contemporary Italian films will be featured in the fourth annual Italian Film Festival in Albuquerque. A benefit for the UNM Children’s Hospital, the festival will feature a line-up of 10 films that have garnered more than 100 international prizes and nominations. Managing Director Ronaldo Patrizio-Steiner, 856-9501 or rsteiner@swcp.com. For complete line-up of activities, www.italianfilmfest.org.

February 13

Howard Arthur Tibbs Lecture by Philip A. Tibbs, 1-3:30 PM, at the African American Performing Arts Center, 310 San Pedro NE. Free admission. Tibbs memorializes his father, Howard A. Tibbs, a member of the US Army Air Corps during World War II and a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first African American aviation groups and squadrons, in a project that includes photos, commentary and music. Call 222.9405.

February 14

Eric Bibb & Ruthie Foster jazz and blues at KiMo Theatre, 8-10 PM. Bibb’s father, Leon Bibb, was a fixture in the 1960s New York folk scene. From the time Eric was given his first guitar at age 7 he was hooked. His performance and songwriting talents have been recognized with a Grammy nomination and five W. C. Handy Award nominations. Ruthie Foster, a songwriter/performer, debuted as a soloist in a choir that her uncle conducted. With Southern blues in her groove, rock in her rhythm, a blend of gospel redemption, country poetry and jazz elegance in her singing, Ruthie “brings it” every time. Tickets: $25/$30. Ticket office, 768.3544 or Ticketmaster.com.

February 18

‘My Active Life with Osteoporosis’ will be the topic by Leona Rubin, MA, of the Osteoporosis Foundation’s Educational Presentation, 1:30-3 PM, the Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center, 501 Elizabeth St. SE. $1 fee. Space limited. RSVP at 275.8731.

February 19

Howie Mandel at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, 8 PM. Long-time stand-up comedian, actor and TV host Howie Mandel makes his way to stage. Join the fun and catch the host of NBC’s television show Deal or No Deal. Tickets: $25, 800.545.9011 or Ticketmaster.com.

February 20

El Camino Real International Heritage Center Socorro, N.M., Historic Forts’ Day, 11 AM-4 PM. Discover forts along the ancient Camino Real. Event includes living history re-enactments of soldier camp activities. 575.854.3600 or elcaminoreal.org.

February 27-March 7

Cinderella presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre at KiMo Theatre, Feb. 27 and March 6, 7 PM; Feb. 28 and March 7, 2 PM. An award-winning production of this classic fairytale has all of the elements: a handsome prince, two haughty stepsisters, a pair of glass slippers, and don’t forget the happily ever after. Adults $15/$20/$25; discounts for seniors, students, children 12 and under, and groups. 423 Central NW, Tuesday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, and Saturdays 11 AM-5 PM.

Sunday March 7
Albuquerque Philharmonic Orchestra Free concert
2:00 pm National Hispanic Cultural Center, 4th and Cesar Chavez SW
For more info www.nmapo.org or 271-4592
David Felberg Conductor, Kathleen Clawson Mezzo-Soprano

March 13

The Friends of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center A one-day information day to inform the public about rules & regulations, pitfalls and pleasures, with speakers and resources about buying and selling Indian Arts & Crafts. Chaco Rooms at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th St. NW, 10 AM-3 PM. Clare Canfield, 843.7270.

February 2010/02-10