Albuquerque, NM May 2024

Richard Lakin, editor Albuquerque City Lifestyle magazine

I want to take the opportunity to introduce myself to our readers. I moved from Baltimore, MD to Albuquerque in 2017, when my wife was recruited for an IT position at Kirtland. Before that, I spent 17 years producing media for education and non-profits. Much of my work was for global organizations, so I spent a lot of time traveling internationally. I've lived in Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, and Switzerland.

Like most people who move here, I've grown to love New Mexico. There are always lots of interesting local people who make great stories for our monthly editorials. This month is our Ladies' issue and we are featuring women who contribute to our culture, economy, and health.

We're featuring Eva Encinias who is the matriarch of New Mexico-style Flamenco. She and her family have made Albuquerque a hot spot for the Spanish art form.

We're talking to Dr. Rachel Rose (our cover), a full-time psychiatric resident at UNM Hospital who produces fine restored furniture in her spare time.

We visited Allison Hendricks-Smith, who runs the Pink Warrior House Foundation which provides support for breast cancer patients.

And we met Albuquerque Film Liaison Cyndy McCrossen, who facilitates film and TV production in the city, contributing significantly to the local economy.

I hope you find these ladies as engaging as we did, and we welcome the opportunity to feature them in this edition.

RICHARD LAKIN, EDITOR @ABQCITYLIFESTYLE

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May 2024

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SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Alexandria Gonzalez

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Andrea Jacquin, Kalena Chan, Richard Lakin, Shana Steedman

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Denise Husted, Alexandria Gonzalez, Ale Padilla, Rafael Manjavacas, Richard Lakin, Scott Moore

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Josh Klein

AD DESIGNER Whitney Lockhart

LAYOUT DESIGNER Andi Foster

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1: The Bougie Brie Grand Opening: Colleen Weidner, The Bougie Brie, Amanda Getchell Stevenson, Middle Manda Marketing, Cassandria Rose Cooper, Kamryn DeWig, The Bougie Brie 2: La Noche Encantada: Bradley Tomlin, Business Development Officer from Community Engagement, Lydia Romero-Sudler, AVP of Treasury Management, Michelle Dearholt, EVP of Operations, Ana Trujillo, SVP of Support Services, Sara Keller, SVP of Community Engagem 3: Black and Yellow Bash: Jade and Kenny Ryden 4: La Noche Encantada: Dara Romero, Kristen Olguin, Lalaine Diapo Stone, Evelyn Rosado, Shannon Jacques 5: 2024 UNM Valencia Scholarship Gala: Bradley Tomlin, Business Development Officer from Community Engagement, Cheryl Tomlin, Digital Content Editor from Marketing and Communications at CNM 6: Fiery Food Show at the Sam Sa’house Booth: Mark Weissman, Johnny Scoville 7: Fiery Food Show: Big Red’s Hot Sauce Photography by Alexandria Gonzalez

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Alexandria Gonzalez

I’m an 8th generation Burqueña and I take pride in knowing the city like the back of my hand. I’ve spent most of my adulthood immersing myself within the community, which opened my eyes to everything Albuquerque has to offer. However, I realized that even though I was born and raised here, if I was blind to so much in the city, I knew others could be too. So I started creating social media content that highlights aspects of Albuquerque.

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Eva Encinias, Award-winning Flamenco Artist

ARTICLE BY BY RICHARD LAKIN AND ANDREA JACQUIN

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Eva (seated right) performing at the Tablao Flamenco, Hotel Albuquerque

Flamenco, comprising of baile (dance), cante (singing), and toque (guitar playing), is rooted in Andalucía, the southernmost autonomous region of Peninsular Spain. This expressive art form often involves improvisation and theatricality in its dance. Its origins can be traced back to the 15th century when gypsies migrated from India, Egypt, and Iran, blending their Roma, Sephardic Jewish, and Moorish influences with local cultures. This fusion of traditions brought forth Flamenco’s rich music, dance, and cultural tapestry, which continues to captivate audiences today, primarily in Spain. However, its presence may not be expected in places like Albuquerque.

Albuquerque holds the title of the Flamenco Capital of North America and is home to the prestigious National Institute of Flamenco. Annually, the institute holds “Festival Flamenco Albuquerque,” recognized as the largest flamenco festival outside of Spain. Eva Encinias, the founding director of the National Institute of Flamenco, emphasizes the organization’s commitment to

early photo of Eva

Yjastros Dancers

Eva Encinias

preserving this ancient art form. She says, “We’re so fortunate to have a lot of really good Flamenco in this state, and I am proud of that – that wasn’t the case when I was a young girl.” Since Encinias initiated the concentrated dance program at the University of New Mexico through the National Institute of Flamenco, numerous students have studied the art of Flamenco. Encinias, who has performed, taught dance, and served on the faculty for 43 years, has been instrumental in inspiring aspiring Flamenco dancers to master Flamenco. She says, “We have an extensive Flamenco dance program.” Her daughter, Marisol, followed in her footsteps, teaching and running the Flamenco Institute.

The National Institute of Flamenco delivers captivating weekly performances at Tablao Flamenco inside the Hotel Albuquerque. Artists from Spain and the United States enthrall audiences with narratives of heartbreak, passion, and joy, showcasing mesmerizing hand clapping, intricate arm movements, and rhythmic footwork. The venue hosts dinner shows on Friday and Saturday nights, along with popular Sunday matinees, all designed to immerse guests in an intimate and authentic “tablao” experience, meticulously crafted with attention to every detail, including lighting. Among the performers is Albuquerque’s own Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company, renowned for their group performances and innovative choreography that brings a fresh perspective to Flamenco.

Encinias is also a performer at Tablao Flamenco. She says everything in Flamenco is heavily laced with rhythm. “The basis of that is the palmas (hand clapping). You look at the guitar and it’s the blending of a melodic instrument but also a percussive instrument. The dancing, of course, also has a lot of lyricism, but always has an underlying presence of rhythm.”

“We’re so fortunate to have a lot of really good Flamenco in this state and I’m proud of that. It wasn’t the case when I was a young girl.”

New Mexican Flamenco is unique because it melds together the diverse cultures and influences of the people who live here. Encinias says, “The Native American, Anglo, Spanish, and Mexican influences…all of those things have an inspiration to and influence on the art form.” She says Albuquerque’s Flamenco community is well-known and respected, even within Spain.

Flamenco has been preserved across generations and sustained through family gatherings, beyond formal performances in theaters and tablaos. Encinias says, “It’s in that format that you get much of the greatest improvisation because they’re completely free to just explore and respond to each other as musicians and dancers.”

Today, “tablao” venues can be found across Spain and in a coveted hotspot in Albuquerque. Encinias says, “All of this rhythm comes together to create such a dynamic between the performers, and that’s exciting!” Visit https://www.tablaoflamenco.org to learn more.

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ARTICLE BY RICHARD LAKIN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICHARD LAKIN AND THE PINK WARRIOR HOUSE FOUNDATION

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““It’s blossomed into a beautiful community. I can’t say enough about the value of anecdotal support from people who have been there and can answer your questions. They know and have walked that mile.”

Allison Hendricks-Smith experienced a profound shift in her life in March 2018 upon receiving a breast cancer diagnosis. This diagnosis came as a shock since she lacked any lifestyle factors or family history that typically contribute to such illnesses. Although she found local medical treatment readily accessible, there was a notable absence of support for the emotional challenges she faced. Allison told us, “What I found was that, while we had really strong medical options with the hospitals in Albuquerque, we were woefully underserved as a community in specific breast cancer support.”

While serving as an executive director for a non-profit at the time of her diagnosis, she made the decision to resign from her position. Instead, she began arranging support groups for breast cancer patients. In 2019, she established the Pink Warrior House Foundation, providing a space where patients could come together to offer each other support and camaraderie during their treatment journeys.

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Allison explained, “I started compiling a list of local resources that I thought were important on a patient’s journey. We started with three programs: All Ages and Stages, a discussion support group; the Battle Buddy Network, a program that partners newly diagnosed patients with someone who has already gone through treatment and can provide mentorship; and our Warrior Bags, a gift bag of make-up and skin care products to promote self-esteem.”

Allison says, “There are 30 programs including individual counseling, support for caregivers, art therapy, education sessions with guest speakers, yoga, guided meditation, make-up & skincare, and wig styling for chemo patients. Our activities are offered at no cost to the participants. We’ve had patients from ages 23 to 97 and have given support to over 500 people.”

Due to New Mexico’s vast size and the considerable distances between towns and cities, numerous sessions are conducted virtually, enabling patients from all corners of the state to participate online.

Pink Warrior House benefits from the support of dedicated volunteers and mentors who are deeply committed to the cause. Allison said, “It’s blossomed into a beautiful community. I can’t say enough about the value of anecdotal support from people who have been there and can answer your questions. They know and have walked that mile.”

The Pink Warrior House Foundation is located at 1106 Bellamah Avenue NW in Albuquerque. You can contact them by telephone at 505.577.5284 or by email at allison@pinkwarriorhouse.org.

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Rachel Refurbish

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BY RICHARD LAKIN

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Warren Buffett famously remarked, “Whatever you like to do, make it a hobby, and whatever the world likes to do, make it a business.” Dr. Rachel Rose, a resident of Albuquerque, has exemplified this philosophy by merging her personal enjoyment with an entrepreneurial endeavor. She indulges in her passion for restoring elegant furniture while simultaneously satisfying clients who appreciate her craftsmanship and seek out her refined restorations.

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Dr. Rose achieves this impressive feat while maintaining a full-time role as a psychiatric resident at UNM Hospital. She told us, “I work a busy schedule helping patients during the week and am sometimes on-call on the weekends, so the small business part of my life…the refurbishing of fine old furniture…is done when I have time off.”

Rachel embarked on her journey of refurbishing furniture as a hobby when she received a wooden chair as a gift. She says, “I sanded and stained it, but I really had no idea what I was doing, so I researched it on YouTube. I found that I loved refurbishing old furniture…making it new again…then it has a new home.”

She tells us that she often finds herself fielding the same question from both colleagues at UNM and her clientele in furniture refurbishing: where does she summon the energy to juggle two demanding and fulfilling pursuits? She says, “Each thing gives me energy for the other thing. After a long week at the hospital, I am absolutely refreshed by expressing my creative side and working with my hands. I can turn off my science brain and turn on my creative arts brain. It’s an amazing outlet.”

Rachel meticulously considers the aesthetics of her restoration work. She says, “I gravitate to country modern. I like the clean lines and the natural, earthy tones. I’ve been developing my techniques for restoring the natural wood of the pieces.”

Dr. Rose has cultivated a high-end clientele for her restoration projects and has sold her furniture across New Mexico. While she enjoys a significant business in Albuquerque, she has also garnered a following in Santa Fe. Contact her on Instagram: @rachelrefurbish.

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BRINGING HOLLYWOOD TO ALBUQUERQUE

ALBUQUERQUE FILM LIAISON CYNDY MCCROSSEN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DENISE

The ABQ film liaison team: Rebecca Cavalier, Cyndy McCrossen, and Gabriella Garcia

“Do you have filmable locations?” “How many stages are available?” “What’s the labor pool?” These are just a few questions movie producers ask before filming in a location. Financial incentives, a strong labor pool, and a variety of location “looks” help bring movies to

“PRODUCTIONS NEED LABOR. WE HELP YOUNG PEOPLE ACCESS THE INDUSTRY.”

New Mexico. The City of Albuquerque and The Albuquerque Film Office are investing in the future of the film industry by supporting local industry workers. Albuquerque Film Liaison Cyndy McCrossen says, “The Albuquerque Film Office is here to preserve and protect Albuquerque as a viable filming site. We serve a two-sided mission to support the industry and support the community in their access and understanding of the film industry.”

Keeping employees safe while working on movie sets is another big priority for the film office. McCrossen says, “We spend a lot of time visiting the sets that we have permitted to make sure they are adhering to their production guidelines and their permit expectations.”

The state has a large variety of technical and creative film industry jobs. Improving the labor pool is essential for each production’s success. The Albuquerque Film Office partners with CNM and UNM film programs to help students find hands-on experience. Having those qualified workers makes

New Mexico even more appealing to moviemakers. Programs like CNM’s Film Technician Training and UNM’s Film and Digital Arts program help residents get the training they need to work in the industry. CNM’s program is well recognized for its technical training. UNM’s Department of Film and Digital Arts is now one of the fastest-growing programs at the university.

“Albuquerque has a hand in about 85 percent of productions that land in the state.” Santa Fe also has a “lion’s share of productions,” and the rest are scattered throughout the state. Albuquerque “is the main airport hub, and the vast majority of our labor lives in Albuquerque, “says McCrossen.

Production facilities in Albuquerque include Netflix, NBC, and the new Cinelease Studios. Locally, there are a variety of “other swing spaces that can host a production company,” says McCrossen.

Long-running Albuquerque-based shows like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul have helped build the local labor pool. McCrossen says, “What Vince Gilligan did was he built a franchise between the two episodics and a movie that lasted 15 years. Job continuity for 15 years… that builds houses, that births babies, and does spinoff businesses. It’s all this sort of ripple effect of having such a huge, long-lasting franchise.

We don’t always get that as gig workers. It really impacted our labor pool.” With continuous work, employees could hone their skills and even move up the ladder in the film industry. “That’s what our goal is really is to build departments in our labor force here.”

Having worked as a location scout, McCrossen knows firsthand about the film industry. She says, “Productions need labor. We help young people access the industry. We want our citizens to have jobs so they can stay home and they don’t have to go to Hollywood. They can stay here and keep their money at home, visit grandma, and all that fun stuff.”

Film workers are typically contracted to work at least a 60-hour work week. “It’s a volatile industry. It’s a different kind of labor, we don’t go to the office nine to five,” says McCrossen. While the hours are long, the pay can be high. The average is “over 35 dollars an hour in a clean industry.”

The Albuquerque Film Office, the Small Business Office, and the Minority Business Office also work with vendors to get them “film-ready.” McCrossen says, “There are a good handful of labor unions that are represented on any given film,” so the office also works as a labor liaison. For every dollar productions spend on New Mexico goods and services, the state reimburses them 25 cents. She says, “Producers chase money and want as much money on the screen as possible.” With proper training and local support, New Mexicans want to work on as many movies as possible.

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Six Things Your Doctor Did Not Tell You

ADVICE ON RESILIENT MENOPAUSE

ARTICLE BY KALENA CHANG PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MANGOSTANA

Kalena Chan has 30+ years of experience as a physical therapist. She is the owner of Mangostana Pelvic Health and Body Care, and has offered our readers some insightful menopause advice.

Perimenopause and Menopause is one of the critical times in our life cycle that women go through with often not much information of how to make a smooth transition.

1. Bladder dysfunction and frequency is common but it’s not normal

• hormone changes can make symptoms worse

• it’s not just about pelvic muscle weakness - it’s about imbalances with all the neighboring muscles

• dietary triggers like coffee, tea, and carbonated drinks can make the bladder irritated

2. Pelvic Organ Prolapse can often be a problem

• Misconceptions about prolapse

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3. Metabolism and Weight changes can happen almost overnight

• Women health experts say that you need to lift HEAVIER weights, not lighter for longevity

• decreasing hormones in perimenopause contribute to bone loss and loss of muscle mass

• new science shows that women actually need to lift weights and continue HIIT workouts at least 3-4 x a week

4. Heart Health can be highly impacted during this time due to the drop in estrogen levels

• Research suggests that women who experience frequent or severe hot flashes may be at higher risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and stroke

5.  Women will lose about 1% of their lean muscle mass during perimenopause and beyond due to the loss of estrogen if they do not exercise. (jiggly arms anyone?) Strength training exercises and an adequate intake of protein can help dramatically slow down this process

6.  Joint pain and stiffness is common yet often overlooked symptoms of Perimenopause and menopause. Yet hormonal changes can contribute to inflammation and joint discomfort. Regular movement practice and exercise with a protein-centric diet can help alleviate this progression.

Of course, there are so many more symptoms that are related to this big transition time like brain fog, loss of mojo or motivation, skin changes, etc. However, a well-informed health team like a pelvic health therapist, gynecologist, functional medicine practitioner, and acupuncturist can all help make this transition smoother. Mangostana is located at 1020 Coal Avenue SE in ABQ. Their number is 505.221.6475 and the website is mangostana.net .

“However, a well-informed health team like a pelvic health therapist, gynecologist, functional medicine practitioner, and acupuncturist can all help make this transition smoother.”

SAVOR LIFE & FIND YOUR True Wealth

ARTICLE BY SHEENA STEEDMAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY SCOTT MOORE

Indulge in Tuscan serenity, savor life’s richness, and rediscover yourself

The soft morning light filters through the curtains as you awake to birdsong and a gentle breeze. Stepping onto the balcony, you behold endless vineyards rippling in the Tuscan hills and can’t believe this paradise is real.

Walking downstairs, you’re greeted by many new faces of people smiling and excited to see you, new friends, gathered around a long wooden table immaculately set with steaming quiche, luscious fruit, warm bread, and Italian cappuccino.

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SWAIA Native Fashion Week

Various locations throughout Santa Fe

SWAIA Indigenous Fashion Week provides space for Native North American designers and artists who had previously been overshadowed by the American fashion empire. Long-term goals include the city of Santa Fe becoming the global place to view, experience and create connections with the Indigenous fashion industry.

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Albuquerque Turkish Festival

Raindrop Foundation, 7901 Mountain Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 | 11:00 AM

Albuquerque Turkish Food & Culture Fair will feature exquisite samples of Turkish- Turkish-Mediterranean cuisine (Doner Gyro Kebab, Baklava, Turkish Coffee and more), cultural exhibits, whirling dervish, children's area, arts & crafts and more!

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Albuquerque Burger Festival

Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery 8420 Firestone Lane Northeast Albuquerque, NM 87113 | 12:00 PM

The Inaugural Burger Fest is coming to ABQ!!! Join us as we find out who has the Best Burger in ABQ. The winner of the event will receive a WWE style Championship Belt to show off. LIVE MUSIC | VENDORS | LOTS & LOTS OF HAMBURGERS

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CloudTop Comedy Festival

Santa Fe Railyard

CloudTop Comedy Festival is an annual event featuring over 60 comedians from across the country, including national headliners, rising stars, and New Mexico’s finest locals. CloudTop is a 501c3 nonprofit and as part of its mission, offers free shows for the community, a volunteer/pass exchange, and professional development for aspiring comedians.

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Rise and Vibes Music Festival

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Rise and Vibes Music Festival is an annual music and camping festival that unfolds within the natural beauty of the Animas River Valley. Located between Aztec, NM and Durango, CO, this carefully curated music festival is in the heart of one of the most breathtaking parts of Colorado and New Mexico.

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Learn to Garden

Cherry Hills Public Library 6901 Barstow Street Northeast Albuquerque 87111 | 11:00 AM

Learn about the basics of gardening and the history of Albuquerque agriculture. Want to grow your own fruits, vegetables, or herbs, but don’t know where to start? Join an Open Space Educator to learn the basics of gardening and the history of Albuquerque agriculture along the way. For ages 18+.

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