The event will be centered next to Doctor Wood’s home, across the street from the Historic Courthouse.

Lincoln – Plan now to enjoy the fruits of the orchard and the fruits of labor at the 12th annual Arts in the Orchard the weekend of Sept. 12 and 13. It’s the perfect opportunity to get away with the entire family in the beauty of the mountains and enjoy delicious pies, beautifully crafted arts and crafts and some great music and socializing as well.

This year, the event will be centered next to Doctor Wood’s home, just across the street from the Courthouse. There’ll be lots going on from 1-5 on Saturday and 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday.

Try your hand at baking the best pie, with separate contests for adults and juniors.

Or just stroll around to see and purchase any number of fine art gifts. Artists include Zoë de Negri and Rebecca Swallows of Zoë/Swallows Jewelry in Tularosa; Mary Jane Tate, Adobe Soapworks, Capitan; Leroy Anderson, of Nogal sterling silver jewelry; Marcia Bizeau and "Bear" Tiews, Ruidoso Downs, gemstone jewelry, handpainted silk scarves and photographs; and Capitan artist Jeannie Adams, handpainted red clay work.

Also, Wanda Hood of Carlsbad, handmade baby quilts and baby pillows plus wooden mission churches and pueblos; and Beverly Ford, Bev's Crafts, of Alamogordo, crocheted blankets, potholders, and handprinted note cards;.

Plus Carol (Pat) Salas of Albuquerque will join us this year with her stained glass art and needle work tablecloths, purses.

Also from Capitan is Linda Caperton with her water color note cards and her hand painted colorful silk scarves.

Cheryl Sullivan of Lincoln will be on hand to help attending children create their own work of art.

Ruidoso's Mark Remington and Amanda Byer from Capitan are among those who will lend their musical talent to enhance the event.

Admission to Arts in the Orchard is $2.00 per each adult, children 12 and under are admitted free. Bring your receipt from any Lincoln County lodging establishment and receive a free gift. For more information please contact Sue Harkness Soden by calling 575. 336-2155 in Ruidoso or call Frances Gallegos 575.653.4340 in Lincoln.

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