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Eventually, the sun warms up the sky and the balloons come down, but there are plenty of ways to fill the rest of the day and experience Albuquerque's culture this weekend.
Santero Market
St. Felipe de Neri Catholic Church presents its sixth annual Santero Market, showcasing traditional New Mexico arts and craft and a juried arts show. Expect to see the carved or painted religious figures known as santos, plus straw appliqué, hide paintings, tinwork, carved bone — the work of more than 40 santeros. Also on tap: a vintage car show, food, music and dancing, including the dance group Matachines de Guadalupe.
Today and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Old Town Plaza, free. More Info: 768-3531 or St. Felipe de Neri.
Big Read Celebration
Rudolfo Anaya will be present as the National Endowment for the Arts hosts a celebration of the award-winning Chicano author and his novel "Bless Me, Ultima." Free copies of the book will be handed out in hard copy and audio format. Refreshments will be served.
The free event starts at 6 p.m. today at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth St. N.W. Contact: 246-2261 or National Hispanic Cultural Center.
Bosque Bird Walk
Bring binoculars and enjoy watching the avian life along the Rio Grande.
Today, 2 p.m., Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors Blvd. N.W., free. Contact 897-8856 or City of Albuquerque.
Come out, come out, wherever you are
This 19th annual performance of celebrity impersonators aims to teach people to accept diversity through entertainment. Proceeds benefit Albuquerque Pride, the AIDS Emergency Fund and the Anita Salas Memorial Fund.
Today, 7 p.m., National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth St. N.W., $15 to $25. Contact: 246-2261 or National Hispanic Cultural Center.
Greek Festival
Greek traditions come alive with an abundance of food, dance and art.
The festival runs 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. today and noon-5 p.m. Sunday at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St. S.E., $4 adults; $2 children 12 and under; free to active duty military. Contact: 268-1920 or Greek Festival.
Sandia Motorcycle Road Racing
American Motorcyclist Association-sanctioned championships and prize racing, including the Formula Fem female-only race. The races feature competitors from New Mexico, Texas, Arizona and Colorado.
Today and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sandia Motor Speedway, 100 Speedway Blvd. S.W.; Cost is $5; kids are free. More info: 275-5978 or Sandia Motor Speedway.
