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Hi all!
On a personal note -
Many of you know that Dallas and Nancy's daughter, Amy is a Navy Nurse stationed in Spain. On Oct. 20, she and her husband Craig had a beautiful baby girl who was 9 lb. 13 oz and was 22 � inches long - yes, she was a big girl. The proud grandparents were thrilled to be in Spain to welcome their newest grandchild - Lachlyn Catherine!! We're looking forward to having a new playmate when she moves back to the states.
Romeo
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Waiting to meet Lachlyn
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Tent Rocks National Monument, the Corrales Bosque Preserve, the
Sandia Mountain hiking trails and parts of Bandelier National Monument have reopened for hiking and bird watching. They were closed temporarily when the fire danger was high earlier in the summer.
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Tent Rocks National Monument
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Dear (Contact First Name),
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!
 We just received notice that the Chocolate Turtle B&B has been selected as a Top Ten U.S. B&B in the seventh annual Best of BedandBreakfast.com™ Awards, 2011-2012. Since this Award is based on guest reviews, we have many of you to thank for taking the time to write the reviews regarding your stay at the Chocolate Turtle. Without your participation, we could not have received this very special recognition.
In the press release, BedandBreakfast.com stated that "...Award winners are selected based on the quality and quantity of the traveler reviews from the past year on BedandBreakfast.com, as well as the quality of inns' photos, listing descriptions and overall online customer experience on BedandBreakfast.com." Thus, you played a very important role in this recognition and we truly appreciate your input.
We are very excited to win this award for it not only recognizes our accomplishments, but it also draws attention to our wonderful Village of Corrales and the state of New Mexico . As you will see in the list of winners, most of the other award winners were from the east coast so we are delighted to bring attention to our special corner of the Southwest. For a complete list of Best of BedandBreakfast.com Award winners, please click here.
Thank you again for your important role in this recognition process,
Nancy & Dallas
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Thanksgiving in Corrales
4th ANNUAL CORRALES HOLIDAY ART FESTIVAL!
Th e Corrales Holiday Art Festival, sponsored by the Corrales Society of Artists, will be held on Friday, November 25th, Saturday, November 26th from 10AM to 5PM and Sunday, November 27th from 10AM to 4PM. This event features approximately 40 artisans presenting high-quality fine art for sale to holiday shoppers and all lovers of fine art. It will be held on the front field at the Corrales Recreational Center in a large, heated tent for comfortable browsing. The high standards applying to their members will ensure the best arts available in the area for holiday gift giving! Parking and admission will be free! B ring your shopping list and get ready for a real holiday treat!
Corrales Community Holiday Book Fair
Corrales has a long and magical history of attracting creative people nurtured by our fertile land along the river. For a unique opportunity to meet and talk with a diverse and richly talented gathering of local authors, come to the second annual Corrales Community Holiday Book Fair on Saturday, November 26 from 1-5 pm in the beautiful setting of the Old San Ysidro Church. Meet dozens of local authors to discuss their works, purchase their books, and enjoy several readings in the Old Church's intimate sacristy room throughout the afternoon. Works cover a wide range of fiction, nonfiction, memoir, photography, mystery, local history and intrigue, science fiction and poetry. This free event is sponsored by the Corrales Historical Society and Friends of the Corrales Library. Contact: Stacia Spragg-Braude 449-7783.
Thanksgiving Dinner
For a unique Thanksgiving dining experience, try the Pueblo Harvest Caf� at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, just a short drive from the Turtle. Click here for details and reservations
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Holiday Spirit in Corrales
 Get in the holiday spirit and begin your holiday shopping in Corrales. On December 2, 3 and 4, Friday through Sunday, from 10am-4pm enjoy the 23rd Old Church Fine Crafts Show, sponsored by the Corrales Historical Society. Set in the beauty of the Old San Ysidro Church, this is one of Nancy's favorite shows, a perfect place to start or finish your holiday shopping with truly unique gift items. Or pick up a little something for yourself. You'll enjoy traditional and contemporary artists who will be showcasing a wide array of art forms. Contact: Debbie Clemente 505-899-2772 Experience Corrales Jolly Holidays throughout the Village during December. Magical, holiday gifts including Gourmet New Mexican food gift items, earrings from antique buttons, local wines, original, affordable art, jewelry, pottery, rugs, textiles, Folk art, and fragrant candles are available at shops throughout Corrales. Gift certificates for a favorite restaurant, quilting or knitt ing supplies, pet grooming or even the Chocolate Turtle make perfect holiday gifts. The galleries and many shops are open from 10-5 daily.
To get a good viewing spot, come early on Saturday night, December 3, for the Starlight Parade sponsored by Corrales MainStreet. The parade begins at 5:30 at Wagners Farm and runs down Corrales road to the recreation center.
Noche de Luces is from 5 - 8 p.m at Casa SanYsidro. Celebrate the holiday season during the Open House at this historic home that will be decorated with farolitos and holiday greens, plus all ages can participate in ornament making and singing carols around an open bonfire. Admission is free, click here for more information.
Corrales Winter Market, Sunday December 4 from 10am - 1pm featuring winter vegetables, herbs, soaps, breads, holiday decorations and more. Corrales Road by the Recreation Center. (505) 898-7927
There's still room at the Turtle for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Call us at 505-898-1800 or go to our website to make your reservations.
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Holidays at the Chocolate Turtle
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This has been a wonderful year at the Turtle and for our family.
Best wishes for a special holiday season. Thank you again for your support.
Dallas and Nancy Renner
Your Innkeepers
Chocolate Turtle Bed & Breakfast
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Romeo and his friends
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