Travel Bug Events
Events are at 5 pm unless specified otherwise
| Subject | Date | Category | Presenter | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herbal Medicine In Your Backyard 10am | Sat Aug 30 | Class | Stefan Link | Explore with us, Plant Medicines that grow in Santa Fe! This 1 1/2 hour stroll, beginning at Travel Bug, will show case; how to identify common herbs that grow nearby, their uses, as well as explore how Herbal Medicine can support Health and Wellness. This walk is led by Lynn Childson and Stefan Link whom have over 50 years of combined experience working with Plant Medicine. When: 10 AM Saturday August 30 Where: Meet at Travel Bug $20 donation suggested For more information call 575-956-8814 |
| A Trombone on the Malecon: On the Road in Cuba | Sat Aug 30 | Slide Show | Carl Moore | "I first visited Cuba in 1999 by biking with 10 others through three Cuban revolutions that all began in the eastern part of the island. I returned to Cuba at Christmas time in 2010, and between then and 2020, the beginning of the Covid pandemic, I made 15 trips, most of them about a month, the amount of time that I as a US citizen was allowed to be there. For this presentation I will select from a large cache of my photos, most of them away from the tourist centers. We will travel from Havana, as far north as you can be in Cuba, to Punta de Maisi, the eastern tip. " - Carl Moore |
| Financial Fridays! 5:00-6:30pm | Fri Sep 05 | SPECIAL | Emily Estes | Join us and Emily Estes (Financial Advisor, Edward Jones) the first Friday of every month for an informal, but informative way to enjoy your evening! From 5:15-5:45pm Emily will cover various financial topics to help you live a life worth living. Stay after the talk until 6:30pm for the Q&A, casual discussion, and a beer! Remember Happy Hour is 5-6pm! Everyone welcome! |
| Exploring New Mexico's Special Places | Sat Sep 06 | Slide Show | David Ryan | With cooler temperatures just around the corner, now is the time to get ready to explore our fantastic state. David Ryan shows us many of the special places that you can only find in New Mexico – places that are compelling and important enough to warrant a trip across the country to check out. David Ryan, who moved to New Mexico in 1998 (after completing the 2180-mile Appalachian Trail), is the author of Wandering in the Clear Light of New Mexico and the coauthor of the most recent edition of 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Albuquerque. Both books are available at Travel Bug. He will be signing books at the conclusion of his talk. |
| Gen X Millennial Book Club | Wed Sep 10 | Book Group | Zoe Michael | The Millennial Gen-X Book Club is a once-a-month fiction book club for anyone in those generations. We skew towards the queer, the tender, and the strange. If you are interested in joining us, drop by on the night of, or direct your interest to Zoe @ themillennialgenxbookclub@gmail.com This month 's book is DEMON COPPERHEAD By Barbara Kinsolver |
| Kennecott Alaska | Sat Sep 13 | Slide Show | Richard Rindone | Richard will take you deep within the Wrangell-St Elias National Park and Preserve, a very large but deserted mine operation that ran between 1911 to 1938 when it closed almost overnight. Everything was left behind including dishes on tables and medical records in the hospital. Richard felt as if he was transported through time wandering through the empty buildings. The Historic Landmark is located about 300 miles from Anchorage. The Kennecott Glacier Lodge operates a very nice hotel for stays while visiting. Guided tours are given daily. The remote location is rich with both history and hiking. |
| Europe and Great Britain | Sat Sep 20 | Slide Show | Suzanne Blazier | Join Suzanne Blazier for a presentation of sites seen across Great Britain and Europe. This was a recent trip, May 2025, and included spending time in Wales, England, Amsterdam, Bruges, and Paris. The journey was 24 days, with two of those spent traveling from Albuquerque there and back. This journey was planned by Suzanne and was not part of a tour group experience. |
| EQUINOCTIAL STORIES | Sun Sep 21 | SPECIAL | Lucinda deLorimier and Regina | Join storytellers Nash Jones, Elaine Muray, Regina Ress and Lucinda deLorimier as they mark the Fall Equinox with tales that celebrate balance. Or warn us about the perils of imbalance! These four polished performers will share some great stories, personal and traditional, that remind us to stay steady, honor the dark and light, and walk in balance. 2-3:30pm |
| Sierra Club: Wild Rivers Trails | Sat Sep 27 | Slide Show | John Buscher | Hiking the lesser-used Wild Rivers Trails Del Dubois will share his extensive knowledge of the trails in the northern section of the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. The talk will be followed with an hike guided by Del to Cerro De La Olla (Pot Mountain) on a weekend day. |
| Travel Bug Book Discussion 5:30 pm | Tue Sep 30 | Book Group | Aimee Gwynne Franklyn | Yael van der Wouden 's "The Safekeep " Set in the Netherlands after the war, The Safekeep is a compelling tale of obsession and secrets, exploring the stories that are kept from us as children, and the stories that we tell to ourselves about our own hidden desires. Fifteen years from the end of the Second World War and the rural Dutch province of Overijssel is quiet. Bomb craters have been filled, buildings reconstructed, and the conflict is well and truly over. Isabel lives alone in her late mother 's country home, and her life is led by routine and discipline. But all is upended when her brother Louis delivers his graceless new girlfriend, Eva, at Isabel 's doorstep as a guest, there to stay for the season. Eva is Isabel 's antithesis: she sleeps late, wakes late, walks loudly through the house and touches things she shouldn 't. In response, Isabel develops a fury-fuelled obsession, and when things start disappearing around the house her suspicions spiral out of control. In the sweltering heat of summer, Isabel 's desperate desire for order transforms into infatuation – leading to a discovery that unravels all she has ever known. The war might not be well and truly over after all, and neither Eva – nor the house – are what they seem. Everyone welcome |
| Financial Fridays! 5:00-6:30pm | Fri Oct 03 | SPECIAL | Emily Estes | Join us and Emily Estes (Financial Advisor, Edward Jones) the first Friday of every month for an informal, but informative way to enjoy your evening! From 5:15-5:45pm Emily will cover various financial topics to help you live a life worth living. Stay after the talk until 6:30pm for the Q&A, casual discussion, and a beer! Remember Happy Hour is 5-6pm! Everyone welcome! |
| Two Sticks, One Path | Sat Oct 04 | Booksigning | Darrow Kirkpatrick | Two Sticks, One Path: A Journey Beyond Fear on the Colorado Trail Stunning photos and moving narration from the memoir about a six-year-long section hike of the highest long trail in the country... on crutches! Two Sticks, One Path is a heartfelt memoir that chronicles a journey of resilience and determination. The narrative unfolds against the majestic but stricken Rocky Mountains, tracing the author 's evolution from a young boy enamored with the wilderness to a man grappling with physical disability and crippling anxiety. The author 's boyhood dream is put to the ultimate test as he battles injuries, self-doubt, and the unforgiving elements of nature. Armed with crutches and commitment, he embarks on a journey that is as much about self-discovery as it is about survival. |
| GUATEMALA: Traditions, Textiles and Evolving Culture | Sat Oct 11 | Slide Show | Judith Haden | The long history of endemic poverty, a horrific civil war, and sudden computerization are all colliding to create much adaptation within the ancient, mystical Guatemalan indigenous culture. But all is not lost! Join Judith for an informative presentation accompanied by her stunning photography. |
| Beer Hiking | Sat Oct 18 | Booksigning | Kevin Holsapple | Join New Mexico author Kevin Holsapple for a unique and captivating presentation on the niche pursuit of "beer hiking. " In this special booksigning event, Kevin will take you on a journey around the world with a stunning slideshow of images from his global beer hiking adventures, including some of the best from his new book, Beer Hiking Southern Rockies. The presentation will delve into the art of combining breathtaking hikes with visits to local breweries, sharing the stories behind the trails and the craft beer scenes that define these communities. Following the slideshow, Kevin will host a Q&A session, followed by a booksigning. A drawing will be held for a custom Beer Hiker 's Kit designed by Kevin. Come for the adventure, stay for the stories, and enjoy a cold beer from Travelbug. It 's the perfect evening for outdoor enthusiasts and craft beer lovers alike! |
| How to Tell a Story | Fri Oct 24 | SPECIAL | Nancy King | |
| The Road: An American Love Story | Sat Oct 25 | Slide Show | Andrew Singer and Sarah May | Life has a lot of speed bumps, and many of us have hit a proverbial detour or two, leading us to the tarmac and the 'for spacious skies ' of the American West. From remote public lands to overcrowded national parks, from solo self-reflection to a culture consumed with selfies—the road still calls us, teaches us, and ultimately changes us. Join van-lifers and authors Andrew Singer and Sarah May for a journey across the American West, and a dynamic discussion of the road 's place in love, healing, and exploration. Married and full-time nomads, Andrew is the author of the travel memoir Now Is the Time: A Van Life Road Trip, and Sarah is the author of She Journeys: A Memoir of Heartbreak and Homecoming. Both books are available to purchase at Travel Bug, and available at the event. Tour Andrew & Sarah 's self-built campervan from 4:00-4:45pm. Presentation at 5:00pm, followed by Q&A. |
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