On Sunday, January 20th at 8:30 p.m., El Morro National Monument invites you to enjoy an evening of moon viewing during the lunar eclipse. Hosted in collaboration with the El Morro Area Arts Council (EMAAC), this unique astronomical event will be held at the Old School Gallery, located on Hwy. 53 at Mile Marker 46, 43 miles southwest of Grants, and one mile east of El Morro National Monument. Join Park Rangers for a 45-minute program to explore the cultural and scientific interpretations of the lunar eclipse. Experience the “blood red moon” with your own eyes and through the lens of several high powered telescopes. Program will end at approximately 9:30 p.m. and moon viewing will begin shortly after. Although the lunar eclipse will give the moon a reddish appearance for several hours, totality runs from 9:41 p.m. - 10:43 p.m. with the height of the eclipse happening at 10:12 p.m. This is a special event, the next total lunar eclipse will not happen again until the year 2021. Telescope viewing may be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Participants should bring a red flashlight and extra layers for warmth for the outdoor portion of the program. The remainder of the program will be held indoors. Parking is available in front of the Old School Gallery. This event is free to the public. For more information, please call the El Morro Visitor Center at 505-783-4226 (ext. 801).

On Monday, January 21, the 13th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will be held at the Cibola County Complex/Convention Room, 515 W. High St., Grants. A breakfast will be held from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. with the event beginning at 9:30 a.m. The committee is requesting monetary donations for the scholarships, continental breakfast, and prizes for the contests, and other expenses. If you have additional questions or concerns, call Dorothy Pouges at (505) 285-5388 or Angela Woods at (505) 385-4163.

Hug -A-Tree program consists of an animated CD video that lasts 17 minutes. The video is designed for children between the ages of 7 and 11 but can be effective for slightly younger or older children. The program consists of a trained presenter-usually a search and rescue volunteer. Following the video the presenter offers demonstrations and practical information to help the child deal with the situation until helps arrive. Also training in: How not to get lost in the woods , What to do if they do become lost, How to stay safe, How they can help searchers find them. This program should last a total of about 40 minutes. To schedule a presentation call Cheryl Morris (505) 290-0753 or Rick Buhite (714) 488-0382.

Coyote del Malpais Golf Course is offering a fun day for all ladies. Come to enjoy 18 holes of golf with a cart, hot dog and medium soft drink for $25.00 every Tuesday. Want to find out more about the course visit their website at www.cityofgrants.net or call (505) 285-5544.