WEEKEND PREVIEW
Weekend Preview - Learn about upcoming weekend events in Ruidoso involving the Parks and Recreation department.
Hosts: Matthew Baird and David ‘T-Bone’ Tetreault of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation
Every other Thursday at 8:00 AM
Latest Episodes
January 22, 2026: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew and Melissa spotlight winter youth activities and share a look ahead at upcoming events happening around the Village over the next couple of months—offering a timely guide to what’s on and what’s next.
January 8, 2026: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew welcomes Eddie Ryan, Village of Ruidoso Manager of Events & Strategic Partnerships, for a look ahead at a big year for endurance sports in the Village. They preview the upcoming Ironman and XTERRA Ruidoso events, explore their impact on the community, and share how residents and visitors alike can prepare for a season filled with athletes, energy, and momentum.
December 18, 2025: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew and Melissa welcome listeners to a special holiday episode focused on Christmas in the Village, sharing highlights from seasonal events, community traditions, and ways to enjoy the festive spirit around Ruidoso.
December 4, 2025: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew and TBone are joined by Jimmy and Alex from Parks and Rec to preview tonight’s Christmas in the Park tree lighting at Wingfield Park and the upcoming Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday evening. They also share updates on youth basketball and essential registration deadlines.
November 20, 2025: This week, Matthew Baird, T-Bone, and Jimmy Triplett recap the close of the volleyball season and look ahead to the start of youth basketball. They also highlight the Thanksgiving and Christmas activities planned through Parks & Recreation, offering a glimpse at the festive weeks to come.
November 6, 2025: Hosts Matthew Baird and T-Bone welcome Jimmy Triplett, the new Sports Supervisor for Ruidoso Parks & Recreation. They discuss the setup of the Wingfield Park Ice Rink, the festive Christmas lighting being installed around the Village, and the upcoming Parks and Recreation fall and winter sports programs for the community.
October 23, 2025: Host Matthew Baird welcomes Pastors Todd Sullins and Tim Ebert to preview the Halloween night Trunk-or-Treat at the Convention Center. He also talks with Ruidoso Midtown Association Director Tim Duckworth about the Midtown Trick-or-Treat happening on Wednesday, October 29, at 3 p.m.
October 9, 2025: Hosts TBone and Chris Camacho share updates on Ruidoso Parks and Recreation fall sports programs and preview the upcoming Toss No Mas Cleanup happening Sunday, October 19.
September 25, 2025: Hosts Matthew Baird and TBone welcome Mary Maxson from the Lincoln County Community Theatre to preview their upcoming performances of Love Letters at Downshift Riverside, October 2 and 5.
August 28, 2025: Hosts Matthew Baird and TBone share a recap of this year’s XTERRA Race Weekend and give listeners a sneak peek at next year’s Iron Man and XTERRA events.