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CONTENTS
7 TAX HELP • Free Preparation State programs help aging, low-income 8 WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH • Soldier Girl Woman served with Buffalo Soldiers by Joni Kay Rose 8 TWO TEAMS • Surviving Prematurity Raising money for research by Elva K. Österreich
11 RANDOM ACTS OF NONSENSE • Easter at the White House Politics mix with everything else by Jim Duchene 12 ARTS EXPOSURE • Arts Scene Latest area arts happenings 13 ON SCREEN • Film Festival Actor Danny Trejo featured by Tracy Roy 14 ON REVIEW • Novelesque Reminiscences “Turaco County” by Zimmerman reviewed by Teri Matelson 14 ON STAGE • Chiricahua Gallery Classical guitar dinner concert at the Tavern 15 ARTS FAIR • Showing Off Las Cruces event includes Silver City artists by Kathleen Albers
23 PUBLISHER’S NOTEBOOK • Pancho and Billy Sorting out the good guys and the bad guys by Richard Coltharp 25 WATCH YOUR FEET • Twisted Fun at the Ancient Library An encounter at Three Rivers Petroglyph Park by Joan E. Price 26 GETTING WARMED UP • The Christmas Storm of 2015 Snow, moisture envelope the world by Russell Dobkins 28 ORGANIC BYTES • Strange World Post time-space compression by Steve Chiang 28 CYCLES OF LIFE • Attention to Safety Cars and bicycles should follow a few simple rules by Fr. Gabriel Rochelle 29 INTEGRATING HEALTH • New Center Opening Wellness begins with the whole body 30 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT • Grant County Events Weekly happenings in Grant County
34 TABLE TALK • Connoley Creates Curious Kumquat owner/chef still busy by Lucy Whitmarsh
17 WNMU REACHING OUT • Professor’s Art in NY Abbot wants to show students what they can do
39 40 DAYS AND 40 NIGHTS • Events Guide For October and a little beyond
19 TALKING HORSES • Choosing Where to Live A look at shelter preferences by Scott Thomson
45 SUBORBITAL • Educators Honored Shinabery and Killebrew receive special recognition by Cathy Harper 45 SUBORBITAL • New Mexico Hero Mourned Apollo 14 astronaut passes away by Cathy Harper
20 BORDERLINES • 100 Years Remembering the Pancho Villa raid in Columbus by Marjorie Lilly
46 LIVING ON WHEELS • You Want me to do What? Tips for finding jobs on the road for would-be RVers by Sheila Sowder
21 BATAAN DEATH MARCH • Who Will You March For? Annual commemoration honors survivors
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10 MOVING FORWARD • Growing Business Tularosa becoming Frontier Community by Jennifer Gruger
22 THE STARRY DOME • Monoceros, the Unicorn A constellation made up of mostly empty sky by Bert Stevens
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7 EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK • Hoping for Safety Children take their lives in hand by Elva K. Österreich
The cover was created using a variety of processes by Asst. Professor Peter Bill at Western New Mexico University. The tiny planet shot is from a drone above Pancho Villa State Park in Columbus. The three figures floating above are: on the left General Jack Pershing, in the center Pancho Villa and on the right, a youthful Lieutenant Patton. Bill invoked these figures to honor the ghosts of Columbus and the victims of the raid, 100 years ago. Patton and Pershing chased Pancho Villa for months following the raid, but never caught him. Pancho Villa, once a hero of the Mexican revolution, was assassinated six years later by his own countrymen. The Invasion Film Competition invites editors from around the country to tell the story of Pancho’s raid and its implications for today. For competition details see Page 20.
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Keeping Your Eyes Open on the Road NOT A TROJAN HORSE Terza Rima shares a little warning with us. Nineteenth century English explorers, adventurers, and amateur archaeologists were obsessed with ancient Greece. They unearthed, collected, and shipped home artifacts such as statuary, vases, tableware, decorations, and other assorted items. The ancient Greeks
exalted the human body, and nude figures of many forms, engaged in many activities, appeared in their art. Victorian England, however, was far more prudish about such things, and many recipients of these artifacts in the home country were scandalized by what they confronted. A sense of anticipatory caution developed, giving rise to the maxim, “Beware of gifts baring Greeks!”
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MY SAT NAV The Packrat Out Back found a ditty to share with Desert Diary. I have a little sat nav, it sits there in my car. A sat nav is a driver’s friend it tells you where you are. I have a little sat nav, I’ve had it all my life. It’s better than the normal ones, this Satnav’s my wife. It gives me full instructions, especially how to drive. “It’s 60 miles an hour,” it says, “You’re doing 65.” It tells me when to stop and start, and when to use the brake. And tells me that it’s never ever, safe to overtake. It tells me when a light is red, and when it goes to green. It seems to know instinctively, just when to intervene. It lists the vehicles just in front, and all those to the rear. And taking this into account, it specifies my gear. I’m sure no other driver, has so helpful a device. For when we leave and lock the car, it still gives its advice. It fills me up with counselling, each journey’s pretty fraught. So why don’t I exchange it, and get a quieter sort? Ah well, you see, it cleans the house and makes sure I’m properly fed. It washes all my shirts and things, and keeps me warm in bed! Despite all these advantages, and my tendency to scoff. I only wish that now and then… I COULD TURN THE BUGGER OFF!
WATCHING OUT FOR GRANDMA
P.A. Charlie is taking care of his family. My grandma always says that she never gets any phone calls. So, for her birthday, I put one of those “How’s my driving?” bumper stickers on her car. The phone’s pretty much ringing off the hook now.
Just Ask the Wife Jess Hosinaround in Arenas Valley might just have a little Irish twinkle backing her up when she sent us this little story. An Irish painter by the name of Murphy, while not a brilliant scholar, was a gifted portrait artist. Over a short number of years, his fame grew and soon people from all over Ireland were coming to the town of Doolin in County Clare, to get him to paint their likenesses. One day, a beautiful young English woman arrived at his house in a stretch limo and asked if
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he would paint her in the nude. This being the first time anyone had made such a request, he was a bit perturbed, particularly when the woman told him money was no object; in fact she was willing to pay up to $10,000. Not wanting to get into any marital strife, he asked her to wait while he went into the house to confer with Mary, his wife. In a few minutes he returned. “T’would be me pleasure to paint yer portrait, missus,” he said. “The wife says it’s okay. I’ll paint you in the nude all right; but I have to at least leave me socks on, so I have a place to wipe me brushes.”
RAISING MY FATHER Henry Duchene has his father telling the stories now. “Did I tell you I almost got a speeding ticket the other day?” My father hasn’t driven in years, so I knew this was his introduction to a joke he wanted to tell me. “Really, Dad?” I asked him. “What happened?” “Well,” he began, “I was going 65 in a 40-mph zone when a police officer pulled me over. ‘Can I see your license?’ he wanted to know. “‘I’m sorry, officer,’ I told him, ‘but it was revoked two years ago when I got busted for drunk driving. “‘Well,’ he said, ‘then can you show me your car registration?’ “‘I’m afraid not,’ I said. ‘You see, I stole the car and killed the driver.’” “‘YOU KILLED THE DRIVER?’ “‘Yes, and I put him in the trunk.’ “‘Don’t move and keep your hands where I can see them,’ he ordered, putting his hand on the butt of his gun.I’m calling for backup.’ “Five minutes later, half the police force showed up. The Chief of Police himself walked over to my window. He was surprised to see I was an old man. I guess he was expecting El Chapo. “‘Let me see your license and registration!’ he ordered. “‘Of course, officer,’ I said politely and handed them over. “‘Open your trunk!’ “‘Yes, sir,’ and I did. “He looked inside and found it empty. “‘I... I don’t understand,” the police chief said, and then filled me in on what the police officer who had pulled me over had reported. “So I told him, ‘and I bet that liar told you I was speeding too!’” I laughed. “Good one, dad,” I said. And it was.
A FEW GOOD SIGNS
California Cutie has been reading the signs on the walls lately. A sign in a shoe repair store in Vancouver that read:
We will heel you We will save your sole We will even dye for you. Sign over a gynacologist’s office: “Dr. Jones, at your cervix.” On a septic tank truck: “Yesterday’s Meals on Wheels.” At an optometrist’s office: “If you don’t see what you’re looking for, You’ve come to the right place.” On a plumber’s truck: “We repair what your husband fixed.” On another plumber’s truck: “Don’t sleep with a drip. Call your plumber.” At a tire shop in Milwaukee: “Invite us to your next blowout.” On an electrician’s truck: “Let us remove your shorts.” In a non-smoking area: “If we see smoke, we will assume you are on fire and will take appropriate action.” On a maternity room door: “Push. Push. Push.” At a car dealership: “The best way to get back on your feet - miss a car payment.” Outside a muffler Shop: “No appointment necessary. We hear you coming.” In a veterinarian’s waiting room: “Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! Stay!” At the electric company: “We would be delighted if you send in your payment on time. However, if you don’t, YOU will be de-lighted.” In a restaurant window: “Don’t stand there and be hungry; come on in and get fed up.” In the front yard of a funeral home: “Drive carefully. We’ll wait.” At a propane filling station: “Thank Heaven for little grills.” In a Chicago radiator shop: “Best place in town to take a leak.” And the best one for last… Sign on the back of another septic tank truck: “Caution - This Truck is full of Political Promises.”
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Hoping for Safety
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Thousands of children cross the border to escape gang violence
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hey come in a variety of ways. They walk, climb on the top of freight trains and take busses. Somehow more than 20,000 unaccompanied children, ages 17 and under, have crossed the border from Mexico into the United States since Oct. 1, 2015. Some of those children are now finding themselves, via the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), at Alamogordo’s Holloman Air Force Base. Most of those children come from Central American countries, Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala where fear of gangs drives families and children to take desperate measures. “It’s an arduous journey and not very safe,” said Megan McKenna, communications director for Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), a national advocacy organization. “It can happen in a variety of ways. Often the children are targeted by gangs. In many cases the family will say, ‘You’ve got to go, we can’t protect you.’” But children sometimes go on their own too, McKenna said. “We have heard time and time again from the kids we work with that it’s the only choice they had,” she said. “It’s incredibly dangerous. Some parents are forced to put their children in the hands of smugglers because they are safer to risk that journey than to be raped or killed by gangs. It’s a very difficult choice.” Most of the children, she said, are apprehended by the Department of Homeland Security at the border or very close to it. They are seeking protection in the U.S. – not trying to hide. McKenna said there is no straightforward route across Mexico for the children and it is hard to know what happens to them on the way. She said KIND regards the issue as not one of law enforcement but rather a child-protection issue. “We need to send the message we need to protect these children,” she said. “It’s our responsibility to protect them.” At Holloman Air Force Base, HHS is making an effort to do just that. Although the children being housed at HAFB are just some of those who have identified relatives or sponsors in the United States and who are waiting to be placed with those individuals. “The (HHS) shelters are overflowing with children,” said Michael Espiritu, Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce director and point of contact for the Holloman operation. “HHS partnered with DOD (Department of Defense) to find them a temporary shelter location. The goal is to give the kids a bed and reunite them with family members ASAP. “Currently there are about 250 children at Holloman, averaging stays of 32 days,” he said. Comprehensive Health Services is the organization contracted by HHS to manage the employment opportunities at the facility, Espiritu said. Holloman is just the landlord,
HHS is the managing agency and has its own contractors. The shelter is planning for a 700800 child capacity and chsmedical. com is the lead staffing agency, he said. “We have received hundreds of calls from people volunteering to help and offering donations,” Espiritu said. “All the offers are appreciated but there is no need for all those things. HHS is taking care of it. I think the kids are very well taken of.” Toby Merkt, HHS spokesman said in 2014, HHS got referrals of 58,000 of these children who crossed the border without parent or legal guardian. In 2015 there were 34,000. “So we have been watching the numbers very carefully and starting seeing an uptick so we started enlarging facilities,” he said. “We run about 100 permanent facilities with 250 miles of borders to cover. We had 7,900 beds which increased to 8,400 in November. In the last few months we saw an increase in the number of kids coming in.” The location at Holloman has been repurposed to accommodate the children and includes dorm rooms, with girls and boys in separate locations, rest rooms, dining room, kitchen and a full medical clinic on-site, Merkt said. Children arriving there have already been processed by HHS, where they are not supposed to stay for more than 72 hours and have already been to HHS shelters where they received medical screenings, ID badges and initial contact with sponsors has already been put in process. When they arrive at the HAFB facility they receive another medical screening and have access to medical practitioners including doctors, nurses and mental health clinicians with whom they have weekly appointments. The children, while they cannot be deported immediately because they are not from countries adjoining the United States, are still slated to face immigration hearings in front of immigration judges, but the sys-
tem is currently so backlogged that process could take years. According to DOD press information, most of them eventually will be deported to their country of origin. Postcards from the edge: Hosting travelers? Take them to your favorite place in southern New Mexico and catch them with a copy of Desert Exposure and send it to us. Traveling? Whether you’re going to Nebraska, New England or Nepal, snap a photo of yourself holding a copy of “Desert Exposure” and send it to editor@desertexposure.com or stick it in the mail to: Desert Exposure, 840 N. Telshor Blvd., Suite E, Las Cruces, NM, 88011. Office Hours: Normally I visit Silver City on the second Thursday of the month, but in March I intend to be in Columbus at the 100-year remembrance of the Pancho Villa raid so if you want to catch me at my Yankie Creek Coffee House meet-up, you will have to come on Wednesday, March 2 instead. If I don’t see you there, hope to see you in Columbus on March 9 or March 12, where history will come alive and be remembered. Elva K. Österreich is editor of Desert Exposure and delighted to be holding “office hours” in Silver City on March 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Yankie Creek Coffee House. Please drop by and say hello.
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an IRS-certified volunteer to help guide you through the process. This option is only available at locations that list “Self-Prep” in the site listing. Western New Mexico has offered the program in partnership with the state for more than 30 years as a free service to low income filers. Students work as volunteers at the WNMU site, one of the states’ 48 locations. All students are accounting or business majors that can also use their experience as a three-credit course. Student volunteers are required to pass an exam testing their knowledge of tax preparation prior to working for Tax Help. The free service is available for people with annual family incomes of $54,000 or less, with an exception for people who earn more than that due to Social Security income. To have a tax return prepared, individuals must have an original Social Security card, a picture ID, W-2s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit. Housed in Light Hall Room 120, tax preparation is offered Mondays and Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The service will be unavailable during Spring Break, March 7-11. For more information, contact 575-5386321.
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or many centuries women have disguised themselves as men to fight in battle. By the time of the American Civil War, hundreds of women are believed to have fought undercover on both sides. For instance Sarah Emma Edmonds served in the Union Army as Frank Thompson, while Cuban-born Loreta Janeta Velázquez fought for the Confederacy as Lieutenant Harry Buford. Cathay Williams, on the other hand, was born into slavery in Missouri in 1844 and impressed into civilian support service for the Union Army during the Civil War. Evidently she adapted to military life over time, as in 1866, after the war, she disguised herself as “William Cathay” to enlist in the Army and join the Buffalo Soldiers. Her military service brought her to Fort Union in northeastern New Mexico in 1867, later that year to Fort Cummings near Cooke’s Spring in Luna County, and finally to Fort Bayard in June 1868. Unfortunately her military career was not as glorious as others such as Edmonds and Velázquez. Shortly after she enlisted it’s believed she contracted smallpox. Though she recovered and was able to travel with her unit to New Mexico, the illness may have weakened her permanently. By the time she arrived at Fort Bayard she found herself hospitalized with various aliments including rheumatism, neuralgia and probably diabetes. Eventually, when she was found to be female, she was discharged in late 1868. After being discharged, Cathay Williams resumed feminine dress. Her health deteriorated after her discharge and a move to Trinidad, Colorado. Her application for a military disability pension was denied in 1892. By the Census of 1900 she was no longer in Trinidad. Some accounts suggest she may have been dead by then. Others say she moved to Raton, and died there in 1924. All we know for sure is the first, and seemingly only, female Buffalo Soldier died disabled, poor and forgotten. While Williams, Edmonds, Velasquez, and many other women in the military resumed female dress and identity after being discharged, other soldiers did not. For instance Albert D. J. Cashier (born Jennie Irene Hodges, 1843) not only fought as a man in the Union Army during the Civil War, but continued to live and even vote as a man after the war until she died in 1915 and her secret was discovered.
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Surviving Prematurity
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ane Silva turned 8 years old in November, something no one expected to happen. When, eight years ago, a perfect pregnancy turned into a nightmare, his parents faced a train wreck, Zane’s father, Jeffery Silva said. “He decided to come early (10 weeks), struggled, they brought him back to life,” Jeffery said. “The first four weeks he was in critical condition. The chances were he wouldn’t survive. He had multiple surgeries. It was surreal to me because there were other babies that just did not make it.” Jeffery said he made a promise to God that if Zane lived, Jeffery would do what he could for the community. “Zane’s first three years were very tender,” Jeffery said. “He was always in the hospital in the first three years. It was so scary.” In the second year of Zane’s life the March of Dimes asked the Silva family if they would be the ambassador family for the organization and Zane became the face of the Celebrity Waiter event held in Las Cruces. Team Zane threw themselves into the event and produced it for six years. “We became one of the largest fundraisers for March of Dimes in New Mexico,” Jeffery said. Then, this past summer Zane asked his
father if they could help other people too. So Team Zane has shifted gears and is organizing an Urban Cowboy Celebrity Waiter evening to benefit a local nonprofit, Jardin de los Niños. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 9 at the Las Cruces Convention Center. The event includes a Dolly Parton lookalike contest, a swing dance competition and rides on a mechanical bull. Tickets are $50 per person.
“We decided a good transition would be Jardin de los Niños,” Jeffery said. “The funds stay in the community. It broke my heart. I was looking at Zane and these other kids and thinking he gets to come home to a warm meal and a bed and some of these other kids don’t have that.” Jeffery said there are no hard feelings toward the March of Dimes. The family earned more than $160,000 for the March of Dimes and it was time to change the commitment. “I am the fortunate one, I get to hug my little boy almost every day,” Jeffrey said. “I am very thankful to the March of Dimes, their research saved his life. Now he’s in a regular firstgrade class. It’s been a long road for us. I want to show Zane that there are other needs in this community.” Jeffery and Audrey Hartley, executive director of Jardin de los Niños, will serve as co-chairpersons for the event. “I am over the moon w i t h
the prospect of the Team Zane event benefitting our kids at Jardin,” Hartley said. “My husband, John, and I have been involved in the Team Zane Event as waiters for the last four years, and believe in what Jeffrey is trying to teach Zane. This is a dream come true for me. The Team Zane event will definitely help Jardin to forward our mission of creating new possibilities for homeless and near-homeless children and their families through loving childcare, education, and the use of community resources.” For more information about the Team Zane Celebrity Waiter event, or to purchase tickets, call Hartley at 575-650-0768. The March of Dimes has chosen a new ambassador family and Team Ryder will be holding its fundraising event, the Wee Warrior’s Western Gala, at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum on April 8, the night before the Celebrity Waiter event. Team Ryder has been organized by Camille and Dustin Plant, whose 2-year-old son, Ryder, was also premature at birth. This will be the second March of Dimes event Team Ryder has organized. The Team Zane event can be found on Facebook by searching “Team Zane Celebrity Waiter” and Team Ryder is at “Team Ryder, the Wee Warrior.”
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Growing Business Frontier Communities Initiative to market Tularosa
“We have to think of Granado Street as where the ‘heart’ of Tularosa is. If you have a healthy heart, the life that flows out into the arteries around it will ensure that health spreads outward.” Robyne Beaubien, Promotions Program Associate, Frontier Communities Initiative
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he next steps toward the realization of the vision for the revitalization of Tularosa’s main business district, Granado Street, are under way. The buzz is starting with the help of a team of marketing, branding and community development experts from a program known as the Frontier Communities Initiative. The Frontier Communities Initiative was established by the New Mexico Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Susana Martinez in 2013 for communities under 7,500 in population. Administered by the New Mexico MainStreet program, the initiative is a community economic development partnership for qualifying, catalytic community economic development projects within a traditional or historic commercial district (i.e. court house square, town center or village plaza) or historic commercial corridor. In July 2015, the Greater Tularosa Foundation and the village of Tularosa submitted a joint application to Frontier Communities to get assistance with Tularosa’s marketing, branding, and event design strategies to help foster economic activity in Tularosa. The Village of Tularosa government, the Greater Tularosa Foundation, and Granado Street stakeholders worked with Frontier last year (fall 2014 to summer 2015) to get help with the designs for the Tularosa Visitor Center and for the Granado streetscape improvements. On Feb. 15, this effort began with a meeting of stakeholders from Granado Street businesses and the folks from Frontier Communities, led by Robyne Beaubien, lead program associate. Business owners, village officials and representatives of other local groups such as the Red Brick Building Restoration Foundation, Inc. gathered to share ideas about downtown Tularosa’s future. Event ideas, local culture, tradition, the rich history of the area and the challenges to small businesses on Granado Street specifically were just some of the topics discussed. “We need to get signage up (on St. Francis). We just need to get them to turn the corner” suggested Don Powell, owner of La Tienda Vieja at 210 Granado Street. Powell’s shop features an expansive offering of antiques and beautiful hand-crafted wooden bowls made by Powell. “We’ll be getting out into surrounding communities and finding opportunities to cater small
On Granado Street outside of Tg Jewelry Designs, Keith Kjelstrom, economic positioning program associate; Robyne Beubien, promotions program associate; Amy Barnhart, special projects program associate with Frontier Communities Initiative, administered by the New Mexico MainStreet program; and Terri Bilke, artist and owner of Tg Jewelry Designs; seated, Rocket, Granado Street shop dog. (Photo by Jennifer Gruger) events so people can get a taste of our unique menu even before we open,” said Eric Gutierrez, owner of the new Grill 49, a tap room and steakhouse opening soon at the corner of Granado Street and St. Francis. “Tularosa has a tremendous amount of historical, cultural and economic assets and the potential to harness these assets and really revitalize Granado Street and the greater Tularosa area,” Amy Barnhart, Special Projects Program Associate from Frontier Communities said. “For myself, as an organization development specialist, I can really see the potential for creating an organization of some sort among the businesses and other stakeholder to harness those assets.” Keith Kjelstom, a specialist in economic positioning with the Frontier program, polled the group asking, among other questions, “What other businesses should be encouraged to come to Granado Street?” Among the suggestions: a women’s clothing boutique, coffee and ice cream shop (with internet!), and a barber/beauty shop. At the close of their visit, Keith shared that he “…felt a real genuine commitment by the people in attendance (at the meeting) to put in the effort needed here.” Feedback from the meeting and subsequent site tours will be used to create a plan for marketing Tularosa and will help stakeholders to create events that will draw visitors from other areas. Additional meetings and conversations will occur going forward. For more information on the Granado Street revitalization and all of the Greater Tularosa Initiatives and how to get involved or give your feedback, go to www. thegreatertularosafoundation.org.
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RANDOM ACTS OF NONSENSE • JIM DUCHENE
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Easter at the White House
hen Obama calls, I jump. It’s the least I can do for the man who once saved my life in ‘Nam. This time, however, I was pleasantly surprised when the call turned out to be social, not business. Overthrowing governments is hard work. Don’t believe me? Just ask Gaddafi. I had just spent the holidays vetting Syrian refugees. It was an easy job, just boring. “Are you a terrorist?” I’d ask one refugee. “No,” they’d answer. So I’d ask another. Can you believe that not one Syrian refugee was a terrorist? What are the odds of that? After the first thousand refugees were cleared, I came up with an easier way to accomplish the task. Using Reverend Al Sharpton’s bullhorn, I addressed all the refugees at once. “Are any of you terrorists?” I yelled out. “No!” they yelled back. So I let them in. All 65,000 of them. Thank goodness for you, the hard-working American tax-payer. Who else would be dumb enough to support all these new Democrats? Job done, I joined the Secret Service for New Year’s Eve. Borrowing Air Force One, we flew to Columbia and stayed at the Hotel Caribe in Cartagena where the Secret Service has a line of credit. We rang in the New Year vetting potential White House interns, if you get my drift. The reason the president was calling, to get back to my original point, was he wanted to invite me to the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. I’ve spent every Easter at the White House since Vice-President Johnson and the Military Industrial Complex sent me to Dallas in 1963 to prevent President Kennedy from starting a nuclear war with Russia. First, I would go to these affairs as part of an undercover black-ops security team. After I had kids, I became a guest. A guest with responsibilities, you could say. It’s always an honor to be invited, and this year was no different. Well, that’s not exactly true. There was one difference. With a swipe of his pen, Obama had signed an Executive Order changing the traditional egg roll to an egg hunt. When Obama promised
to transform American, he wasn’t kidding. Once there, my kids immediately began running across the beautiful White House lawn. They were ready for a good time. I walked over to grab a drink and ran into my old comradein-arms. “Mr. President,” I addressed him, respectfully. “Jim,” the President greeted me warmly, “I’m glad you made it. Can I get you something? Bartender, water. For both of us.” “Yes, sir,” the vice-president said. Water? That was it? I couldn’t believe it. Disbelief turned to shock when I saw Biden fill our glasses using the water hose. My old friend could see the surprise on my face. “Blame the economy,” he explained. “Everybody’s cutting back.” I could smell something delicious in the air, so all was forgiven. I didn’t know what they were grilling, but I sure wanted some. That is, until I saw what it was. “Baloney?” I complained. “You’re serving baloney?” “Blame George Bush. He left us with nothing but debts and deficits. I’m trying hard to turn things around, especially with the 2016 elections just around the corner, but, no matter how much money I spend, I just can’t seem to get our fiscal house in order.” Hmm... eight years later, and he’s still blaming Bush. Fortunately, it was time for the egg hunt. The children all ran to the starting line and were jumping up and down excitedly. After they were frisked by moonlighting TSA agents – a little too enthusiastically in my opinion – the President was ready to begin the countdown to get them started. “I’ll do it,” Michelle said, shouldering him out of the way. I looked around the lawn. I could see that some of the eggs would be more easily found than others. Aw, who am I kidding? They were all out in the open! It seems the White House wanted an even playing field. They didn’t want one child having an unfair advantage over another by virtue of their ability or intellect. “Look, daddy!” my daughter squealed, proudly. “I found an egg!” She looked inside. “Hey, it’s empty!” “Of course it is,” Obama ex-
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head. One of her front teeth was blacked out. Devil horns were drawn on her head. Not one child wanted to go near it. They had to be bribed. Just like Congress. When the celebration, if you could call it that, finally started to wind down. Obama shook hands with each and every one of us as we left. “Vote early and vote often,” he joked. “It’s the Chicago way.” The First Lady had a big smile on her face as she handed out Easter bas-
kets to the departing children. They were empty, too. “Sorry,” Obama apologized. “Blame the national debt. At 19 trillion dollars, I barely have enough money for my next vacation.” Born in the Southwest, Jim Duchene is proud to make it his home. You can visit him at jimduchene.blogspot.com, RaisingMyFather.blogspot.com, or @JimDuchene.
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Silver City During the month of March, Copper Quail Gallery will feature re-purposed metal art by ChonAnna. This creative artist uses old wrenches and pliers, rebar, parts of garden tools, railroad ties, and all sorts of other metal objects and transforms them into remarkable art pieces for your home and yard. From zias to hoot owls, from door knockers and crosses to flamingos and alligators, you’re going to enjoy ChonAnna’s art. The Copper Quail Gallery can be found at 211-A N. Texas St. in Silver City.
hibition of work from full- and part-time New Mexico State University faculty members Glenn Schwaiger, Bree Lamb, Abby Osborne and Cheryl Fallstead. The exhibit opens with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 4, during the First Friday Downtown Art Ramble, and will continue through the end of the month. Every month the Doña Ana Arts Council welcomes local artists to exhibit in the El Paso Electric
The Grant County Art Guild’s third annual Southwest Birds Art Show will open at Bear Mountain Lodge with a reception from 4 to 6 p.m. on March 18. There will also be refreshments and live music. The public is cordially invited. The show will then be available for viewing daily through May 20. Bear Mountain Lodge is located at 60 Bear Mountain Ranch Road in Silver City.
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March 2016 at the Deming Art Center is the annual Luna County Student Art Show. March 1 through 12 will feature the elementary schools, with an artist reception on Saturday, March 5 from 1-3 p.m. March 14 through 30 will feature the Intermediate and high school student art entries, with an artist reception on Saturday, March 19 from 1-3 p.m. The public is welcome and encouraged to come by. March 11 and 12 the center will be hosting the Guatemalan Mercado which is offered at the gallery twice a year. It provides a wonderful opportunity to shop for unique gift items, clothing, fabric, jewelry and much more. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. The Mercado hours will be Friday, noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.to 3 p.m. For more information call 575-546-3663 or visit www.demingarts.org
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“To Know Through Movement,” is an art exhibition featuring work by Las Cruces-based artists Michael Poncé, Deret Roberts, Sydnie Roper, Saba and Lea WiseSurguy-Sophiliazo. This show, which will be in place through March 26, is about the artist’s journey of making a work, as both a way of being and series of movements to understand his/her questions about life. Curated by Michelle Lanteri. Camino Tattoo & Fine Art, 501 E. Hadley Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88001. For information call 575-523-1012. For the month of March, El Paso Electric Gallery features “Inspiring Vision,” an ex-
Sydnie Roper’s, “Untitled,” is part of the show, “To Know Through Movement” in Las Cruces as is the film, “Self-Burial,” by Lea WiseSurguy-Sophiliazo.
Gallery in the lobby of the Rio Grande Theatre. Regular exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 5p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, or to book an exhibit, call the Arts Council offices during regular working hours. The Rio Grande Theatre is located at 211 N. Main, in Las Cruces and is managed by the Doña Ana Arts Council. For clarification, photos or additional information, visit www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or contact the Doña Ana Arts Council, 575-523-6403, located on the secnd floor of the Rio Grande Theatre. “Graphicanos: Contemporary Latino Prints from the Serie Project” features works from the archives of the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Fort Wayne, Texas, which brings a variety of socio-political topics to the forefront. The exhibition continues through Saturday, April 2. The Serie Project, a non-profit organization founded by Sam Coronado in 1993 in Aus-
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ON SCREEN • TRACY ROY
‘Machete’ Comes
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ou may recognize Danny Trejo from the “Bad Ass” films, “From Dusk Till Dawn” trilogy and “Once Upon a Time in Mexico,” or even as Tortuga from “Breaking Bad,” but he’s done so much more. And it all started with a chance meeting. “I had never even dreamed of being an actor,” he said. “That happened by accident.” He landed his first role while trying to help someone stay off cocaine, he said. He ended up at the set of “Runaway Train” (1985) during a meeting with a man who had reached out for his support to stay off drugs. Through a series of fortuitous events, he landed a role as a boxer in the film. The rest is history. Since then, he has appeared in a multitude of films, television series, commercials, video games and music videos. Now Trejo will make an appearance during the Las Cruces International Film Festival (LCIFF) as he accepts the festival’s “Outstanding Achievement in Entertainment” award. His film “Machete” (2010), directed by Robert Rodriguez and Ethan Maniquis, will be screening at 7 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March
3 at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. followed by a Q&A session with Trejo. A reception party for VIP ticket holders will be from 9 to 11 p.m. at Hotel Encanto, 705 S. Telshor Blvd. “My first choice was Danny Trejo,” said Ross Marks LCIFF executive director. “I felt he really represented what the festival is all about, kind of a working class festival. We live in a fabulous community culturally and I feel like Danny embraces that and represents our community culturally. So I am incredibly excited for the inaugural year, to get him as my first choice. He really represented everything I wanted the festival to be.” Marks said he sees LCIFF as a larger platform than just a film festival. “We want to grow television and short works – that form of entertainment is huge,” he said. “We’re trying to grow entertainment, not just film. He’s got his hand as an actor in a number of different elements as an entertainer, from commercials to television to film to online platforms, so we want to recognize people — not just film people, but television, people who are behind the scenes, people who
Trejo trivia He is one of the most prolific of American actors, having usually done at least four films a year since the 1990s. In 2002 alone, he did nine. His character’s name in “Heat” (1995) was Trejo. Is the only actor to appear in all three of the “From Dusk Till Dawn” trilogy. Trejo spent much of the 1960s in California prisons He and director Robert Rodriguez are second cousins. The character of Octavio in the “King Of The Hill” cartoon was based on his likeness. Source: Internet Movie Database, IMDB.com
are writers.” These days, Trejo is expanding his horizons again, as a movie producer and restaurant owner. His restaurant, Trejo’s Tacos, is on La Brea Avenue in Los Angeles with a second location opening soon in Hollywood, Trejo said. It serves a variety of tacos, including vegan and vegetarian options, and the crew is conjuring up specialty beer and coffee to be included on the menu. “My mother always had a dream of having a restaurant and she was a great cook,” Trejo said. His mother never realized that dream, although she spoke of it to Trejo often. Its creation was sparked by a conversation after her death between Trejo and “Bad Ass” producer Ash Shah. Trejo said all of the restaurant’s ingredients are sourced locally, organic and cagefree. Despite a hectic-as-you-probably-imagined schedule, Trejo said he’s looking forward to his upcoming visit to Las Cruces. He said he’d be bringing along some family from Bernalillo. While in town, he has plans to do something near and dear to his heart. Instill hope in the incarcerated.
Las Cruces International Film Festival When: March 2-6, 2016 Where: Films screened at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. and events at various locations in Las Cruces. How much: All-access pass, $75; “Machete” film screening, $30; Student all-access pass, $25; Individual screenings, $8; Student individual screenings, $5; VIP pass, $150 Learn more: www.lciffest.com
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continued from page 33 tin, Texas, promotes the fine art of serigraphy. The museum is located at 491 N. Main Street and is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information, visit the website at las-cruces.org/museums or call 575-541-2137. The Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery located at 2470A Calle de Guadalupe, Mesilla, across from the Fountain Theatre, will feature two local artists Patricia Burnett and Rayma Claessen. Patricia holds a BFA and MPA from Wichita State University. She currently finds inspiration in the works of the old masters and three-dimensional subjects on Masonite. Rayma, a local artist, who is noted for her beautiful landscapes, describes the thought process as well as the painting process in depicting her subject matter. She also will exhibit miniature collections of the local organ mountains. The First American Bank, Mesilla, is well represented by gallery members who continue to rotate their artwork on a monthly basis. In addition, the 30 artists of the Gallery offer art in many medias, which include original paintings, acrylics,
Paintings by Pat Burnett and Rayma Claessen make up the show at the Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery in March. pastels, fused glass art jewelry, unique one-of-a-kind woodturning objects, stained glass, photography, mixed media, unusual decorated gourds, handmade textile weavings, art tile, affordable natural quality gems stone jewelry, prints, cards, miniature paintings and handcrafted basket weavings. Gallery hours are Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, call 575-522-2933 or visit www.mesillavalleyfinearts.com. The Branigan Cultural Center presents “Reflections: African American Life” from the Myrna Colley-Lee Collection. The exhibition will be on view at The Branigan Cultural Center from Feb. 5 through April 2. “Reflections” tells a story of community and place through a selection of paintings, photographs, textile pieces, and works on paper from the collection of renowned costume designer and arts patron, Myrna Colley-Lee. The museum is located at 501 North Main Street and is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit the website at: http:// las-cruces.org/museums or call 575-541-2154.
Danny Trejo in “Machete.” (Courtesy Photo) “I’m speaking to kids in juvenile hall while I’m in town,” he said. “I like to talk to at-risk youth and guys in the penitentiary — whatever I can do to let them know there is hope.”
He’s been to Cruces before, but has never spent any time in the city. “I’ll be seeing it, that’s for sure,” he said. “I love traveling. I’m going to love Las Cruces; I already know that.”
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Novelesque Reminiscences
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‘Turaco Country: Reminiscences of East African Birding,’ by Dale A. Zimmerman
e promptly looked up the wood-hoopoe in a copy of ‘Roberts’ that he had brought along, and the weighty 7 X 50 binocular that had ridden on the seat beside him all morning was now around his neck.” Evidently, Dr. Dale Zimmerman’s travel guide – Robert A. Lowis, Kenya, July 1963 – with decades of experience in the African bush couldn’t evade his first-time visitor’s astonished wonder through every moment of the voyage, “. . . my enthusiasm for birds was clearly rubbing off on him.” Zimmerman’s enthralled reminiscence of his East African adventures rubs off, transcending story and memoir. Our guide, Dr. Dale Zimmerman, Professor Emeritus at Western New Mexico University in Silver City, lends his eyes, ears and astonishment of discovery – geographical, ecological, cultural and political – of an amazing part of planet Earth, East Africa. The impact of the landscape, birds and the people on Zimmerman clearly burned images and details into his mind so that the memoir he shares sounds as if he is there at this very moment. We are there, too. These wonders of
Dale Zimmerman (Courtesy Photo) the world ought to change us and become part of our DNA. Zimmerman’s novelesque reminiscences paired with stunning photographs goes quite deep and is indelible. We have to be grateful to Zimmerman for his Turaco Country reminiscences. Beautifully written, intricate detail of East Africa during three decades will have to stand the test of time, reminding us of what was in the face of continuing decline of animal and bird populations, and further erosion, or even erasure of cultures. A monumental task considering
the roughest terrain, deep dust and mud, the Range Rover embedded in a packed herd of zebras, clouds of tsetse flies, tropical disease, warring factions, and heavy equipment shouldered for vast expanses of land and time. His efforts allow us to experience and feel the place in our own minds, and none too soon because it will be gone. Even a few decades ago, 1961 to 1992, our voyager testifies, “Sadly, Narok has changed …” The Kodachromes helped pay for the trip. Time Life Books used one as a double-page spread in their Land and Wildlife of Africa, and Hutchinson of London later selected a sister image for the jacket cover of Elisabeth Ayrton’s unusual novel, Day Eight. With impartiality, and sometimes a heavy heart, Zimmerman absorbs sights and sounds and internalizes the evolution, often degradation and destruction, of long-evolved
landscape and life forms. Inevitably, along the way Zimmerman notes his “fall” from the “high” of the wonderment, a witness to the diminishing abundance of habitat and birds. Traveling from Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Lake Manyara he notes the disappearance of once extensive forest, now “forlorn” with few birds and forest being felled all around the Sykes’ monkeys – “a depressing sight.” Pink flamingos, once a carpet of pink, diminished in width and breadth brings tears to his eyes. Traveling for knowledge and good causes is no protection from cultural and political complications lurking on the planet, and discovery is occasionally interrupted by trouble. “Late in July our Kivulini activities were interrupted by a necessary trip to our embassy in Nairobi following some unpleasantness we’d
experienced in Uganda. A large unruly mob bristling with spears … surrounded our vehicle and demanded money. They dragged David from the back seat, bound his hands and whisked him away …” Intrepid. Not to worry. “All this afforded an excuse to visit Lake Naivasha …” Once again we’re grateful to Zimmerman for his calm, unimpeded stride in the investigation of East Africa. Now a participant in that life zone. Yes danger, and yes co-existence. Zimmerman, observant and interactive. Sharing bird books and information with local Masai women with flaring red and blue necklaces, “… whose presence and activity alarmed neither birds nor zebras.” In any case, dangers known and unknown are not unexpected by any East African inhabitant – a Pearl-spotted owl stoically perched, elephants tugging on acacia branches, wildebeest gliding past the Jeep – sudden scrambling from deep underbrush, explosive lightening, instantaneous deluge, percussive peals of lightening ... then sudden calm. The dynamic routine of intricately evolved nature is astonishing – Zimmerman’s portrayal of his voyages are scholarly and poetical. Ah, but the best part! The mere words, Green Woodhoopoes, Gray-backed Fiscal, Red-fronted Barbet, Sulphur-breasted BushShrike, and certainly Yellow-rumped Tinker Bird make any birder’s heart take flight – or, catch a flight to a miraculous place, such as East Africa.
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Exhibit March 1 through March 9 Elementary Students of Luna County, Reception, Saturday March 5, 1pm – 3pm Exhibit March 14 through March 30 Intermediate and High School Students of Luna County, Receptiom Saturday March 19, 1pm – 3 pm Guatemalan Mercado Friday March 11, 12 pm to 4 pm and Saturday March 12, 9 am – 3pm Handmade jewelry, clothing, fabric, purses, bags, wonderful items for gift giving made by people from Guatemala. Deming Arts Center, 100 S Gold St, Deming NM 88030
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he Chiricahua Gallery in Rodeo, New Mexico will sponsor its fourth annual Eduardo Costa Classical Guitar Dinner Concert on Saturday, March 5, at the Rodeo Tavern. Costa plays with the enthusiasm and energy that captures his audiences’ imagination and draws them into a world of spontaneous and creative wonder. He has been invited to perform concerts in major cities such as New York, Dallas, Portland, Houston, Boston, Austin, St. Joseph, Knoxville, San Jose, Yuma, Sao Paulo, Curitiba and Brasilia, among others. He performed at Carnegie Hall in 2011, and was invited to play at the Guitar Foundation of America last year. Eduardo is the first prize winner in 10 international competitions. The Tavern will be serving a dinner of lasagna, salad, garlic
Eduardo Costa bread, dessert and a non-alcoholic beverage. There will be a no host bar. The tickets are $30 per person. Tickets must be purchased in ad-
vance by contacting JoAnn Julian at 520-558-1098 or julian@vtc.net. All profits will go to the Chiricahua Gallery’s Scholarship Fund.
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UPCOMING EVENTS INDIE / FOLK SERIES
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ARTS FAIR • KATHLEEN ALBERS
Pottery, Jewelry, Weaving, more Las Cruces event includes Silver City artists
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he Las Cruces Arts Fair opens on Friday, March 18 at 5 p.m. at the Las Cruces Convention Center. In its 6th year, the Arts Fair features original work by fine artists from throughout the United States and Mexico. Several of this year’s artists come from the town of Silver City. Showing their work in Las Cruces are Jeff and Debbie Kuhns, Mary Giardina, Ginny Wolf and Donna Foley. Jeff and Debbie Kuhns make functional and decorative stoneware pottery. With careful attention to detail the Kuhns produce largescale sculptural pieces plus an extensive line of dinnerware featuring unique southwestern designs. Mary Giardina of Wild Crafted Clay Pottery combines awareness of form, color, native plants and function to create her own beautiful pottery. Incorporated into each piece are hand-carved colorfully glazed images of native wild flowers. Ginny Wolf incorporates her love of the natural world and a deep respect for cultural differences in the fascinating jewelry and art she creates. She has exhibited and sold her work at festivals and galleries across the United States and Europe for more than 30 years. Drawing upon weaving traditions from around the world, Donna Foley of the Four Directions Weaving Studio creates intricate hand-woven tapestries and wearable art. She uses wool from her own Lincoln sheep (a heritage breed) and natural dyes from local plants that are collected near her home in the Gila Wilderness of southern New Mexico. For those who need to take a break from shopping, artists will
provide continuous demonstrations on Saturday and S u n d a y. Don’t miss this chance to meet the artists and learn more about their creative process. Be sure take the time to visit the silent auction. The auction features works of art donated by participating artists and other generous supporters. Proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction benefit the Doña Ana Arts Council and provide funding for its numerous art education programs. And for those who do not want to shop at all, there will be a “Sports Den” right off the entrance with a big screen TV tuned to a March Madness game – a perfect escape for non-shopping spouses. The Friday night kick-off event for the fair will feature live music by the guitar ensemble Euterpe of El Paso/Juarez. Patrons who purchase Friday night tickets, and arrive at the event between 5 and 6:30 p.m., will receive a complimentary beverage of their choice from the Cantina (beer, wine or soft drink). Friday night ticket-holders also are welcome to come back, free of charge, either Saturday or Sunday. Live music by Euterpe and Trio Romantico, plus artist demonstrations will be offered throughout the event. Admission to the Las Cruces Arts Fair is $6 per person. Children under the age of 12 are admitted free of charge. Hours are Friday, March 18, 5 to 8 p.m., Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, March 20, 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. The Las Cruces Arts Fair will be held at the Las Cruces Convention Center, located at 680 E. University Avenue in Las Cruces. For more information about the Las Cruces Arts Fair, to purchase advance tickets, or to view sample art work of participating artists please visit www.DAArts.org or call 575-523-6403.
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he Silver City Community Theatre is looking for directors for its plays for the 2016 season. Anyone interested in directing can email sccommunitytheatre@gmail. com or call Phyllis at 575-654-0196. The group was founded in 2014 as a forum for providing excellent theatrical entertainment to the en-
tire community, while also offering an opportunity to participate to anyone with an interest in play production, whether as an actor or director, or helping with sets, staging, promotion, or in any of the other numerous roles that support a performance. The group schedules four productions each year.
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Gallery Guide Silver City
Ann Simonsen Studio-Gallery, 104 W. Yankie St., 654- 5727. [a]SP.“A”©E, 110 W. Seventh St., 5383333, aspace.studiogallery@gmail. com. Azurite Gallery, 110 W. Broadway, 5389048, Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.5 p.m. www.azuritegallery.com. Barbara Nance Gallery & Stonewalker Studio, 105 Country Road, 534-0530. By appointment. Stone, steel, wood and paint. Sculpture path. www. barbaraNanceArt.com. Blue Dome Gallery, 307 N. Texas, 534-8671. Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. www. bluedomegallery.com. The Cliffs Studio & Gallery, 205 N. Lyon St. and Yankie, (520) 622-0251. Diane Kleiss’ encaustic multimedia art. By appointment. doart2@yahoo.com, www.dianealdrichkleiss.com. Common Ground, 102 W. Kelly, 5342087. Open by chance or appointment. Copper Quail Gallery, 211-A Texas St., corner of Yankie and Texas streets, 388-2646. Tuesday to Sunday, 11 a.m.4 p.m. Fine arts and crafts. Cow Trail Art Studio, 119 Cow Trail in Arenas Valley. Monday, 12-3 p.m. or by appointment, (706) 533-1897, www. victoriachick.com. Creations & Adornments, 108 N. Bullard, 534-4269. Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Work by Diane Reid. Dragonfly Studio, 508 W 6th St., 3888646. By appointment. Four Directions Weaving, 106 W. Yankie St. Monday, Wednesday, Saturday. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday. noon-3 p.m. 263-3830. Francis McCray Gallery, 1000 College Ave., WNMU, 538-6517. Monday to Friday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The Glasserie Studio and Store, 106 E. College, Monday to Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Guadalupe’s, 505 N. Bullard, 535-2624. Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Hutchings Fine Art, 406 B N. Bullard, Downtown Silver City. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 313-6939. Leyba & Ingalls Arts, 315 N. Bullard St., 388-5725. Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Contemporary art ranging from realism to abstraction in a variety of media. www. LeybaIngallsARTS. com, LeybaIngallsART@zianet.com. Lois Duffy Art Studio, 211C N. Texas, 534-0822. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Original paintings, cards and prints. www.loisduffy. com, loisduffy@ signalpeak.net. Lumiere Editions, 108 W. Broadway, 956-6369. Vintage and contemporary photography. Monday to Friday. Mary’s Fine Art, 414 E. 21st St., 9567315. Mary A. Gravelle. Mimbres Region Arts Council Gallery, Wells Fargo Bank Bldg., 1201 N. Pope St. www.mimbresarts.org. Molly Ramolla Gallery & Framing, 203 N. Bullard, 538- 5538. www.ramollaart. com. Ol’ West Gallery & Mercantile, 104 W. Broadway, 388- 1811/313-2595. Daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The Place@108, 108 Yankie Street. Seedboat Gallery, 214 W. Yankie St., 534- 1136. Wednesday to Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment. info@ seedboatgallery.com. Studio Behind the Mountain, 23 Wagon Wheel Lane, 388- 3277. By appointment. www.jimpalmerbronze. com. The StudioSpace, 109 N. Bullard St., 534-9291. www. jessgorell.com. Studio Upstairs, 109 N. Bullard St., 5742493. By appointment. 21 Latigo Trail, 388-4557. Works by Barbara Harrison and others. Tree Spirit Gallery, 206 N. Bullard St., 303-888-1358. Vibrations Gallery, 106 W. Yankie St., 654-4384, starxr@ usa.net. Wild West Weaving, 211-D N. Texas, 313-1032, www.wildwestweaving.com.
Wednesday to Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wind Canyon Studio, 11 Quail Run off Hwy. 180 mile marker 107, 5742308, 619-933-8034. Louise Sackett. Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and by appointment. Wynnegate Gallery & Studio, 1105 W. Market St., (214) 957-3688. Monday and Thursday to Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday by appointment. Yankie St. Artist Studios, 103 W. Yankie St., 519-0615. By appointment. Zoe’s Gallery, 305 N. Cooper St., 6544910.
Pinos Altos
Pinos Altos Art Gallery-Hearst Church Gallery, 14 Golden Ave. Pinos Altos, 574-2831. Open late-April to early October. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mimbres
Chamomile Connection, 3918 Highway 35N, 536-9845. Lynnae McConaha. By appointment. Kate Brown Pottery and Tile, HC 15 Box 1335, San Lorenzo, 5369935, katebrown@gilanet.com, www.katebrownpottery.com. By appointment. Narrie Toole, Estudio de La Montura, 313-7390, www.narrietoole.com. Contemporary western oils, giclées and art prints. By appointment.
Bayard
Kathryn Allen Clay Studio, 601 Erie St., 537-3332. By appointment.
Cliff
Gila River Artisans Gallery, 8409 Hwy. 180. Eclectic collection of local artists. Friday to Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Northern Grant County & Catron County
Casitas de Gila, 50 Casita Flats Road, Gila, 535-4455. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. or by appointment. gallery@casitasdegila. com, www. galleryatthecasitas.com.
Mesilla
Adobe Patio Gallery, 1765 Avenida de Mercado (in the Mesilla Mercado), 532-9310. Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Galeri Azul, Old Mesilla Plaza, 523-8783. Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Galeria on the Plaza, 2310 Calle de Principal, 526-9771. Daily 10 am.-6 p.m. Galería Tepín, 2220 Calle de Parian, 523-3988. Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery, 2470 Calle de Guadalupe, 522-2933. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Potteries, 2260 Calle de Santiago, 524-0538. Rokoko, 1785 Avenida de Mercado, 405-8877.
Las Cruces
Alegre Gallery, 920 N Alameda Blvd., 523-0685. Azure Cherry Gallery & Boutique, 330 E. Lohman Ave., 2913595. Wednesday to Thursday 12-5 p.m., Friday to Saturday, noon-8 p.m. Blue Gate Gallery, 4901 Chagar (intersection of Valley and and Taylor roads), open by calling 523-2950. Casa Blanka Home Décor & More, 1615 N. Solano, Ste. C, 575-526-5272. Charles Inc., 1885 W Boutz Rd, 5231888, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cottonwood Gallery, 275 N. Downtown Mall (Southwest Environmental Center), 522-5552. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cutter Gallery, 2640 El Paseo,541-0658. Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Galerie Accents, 344 S. San Pedro #3, 522-3567. Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Griggs & Reymond, 504 W. Griggs Ave., 524-8450, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Justus Wright Galeria, 266 W. Court Ave., 526-6101, jud@delvalleprintinglc. com. Las Cruces Arts Association, Community Enterprise Center Building, 125 N. Main St. www.lacrucesarts.org. Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 N. Main St., 541-2137. Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Main Street Gallery, 311 N. Downtown Mall, 647-0508. Tuesday to Friday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Mesquite Art Gallery, 340 N. Mesquite St., 640-3502. Thursday to Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 2-5 p.m. M. Phillip’s Fine Art Gallery, 221 N. Main St., 525-1367. MVS Studios, 535 N. Main, Stull Bldg., 635-5015, www. mvsstudios.com. New Dimension Art Works, 615 E. Piñon, 373-0043. New Mexico Art, 121 Wyatt Dr., Suite 1, 525-8292/649- 4876. Wednesday 1-6 p.m., Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. NMSU Art Gallery, Williams Hall, University Ave. east of Solano, 6462545. Tuesday to Sunday Nopalito’s Galeria, 326 S. Mesquite. Friday to Sunday, 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Ouida Touchön Studio, 1200 N. Reymond St., 635-7899. By appointment. ouida@ouidatouchon. com, www.ouidatouchon. com. Quillin Studio and Gallery, behind downtown Coas Books, 312-1064. Monday to Thursday and Saturday. Tombaugh Gallery, Unitarian Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano, 522-7281. Wednesday to Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or by appointment. Unsettled Gallery & Studio, 905 N. Mesquite, 635-2285. Virginia Maria Romero Studio, 4636 Maxim Court, 644-0214. By appointment. agzromero@zianet.com, www. virginiamariaromero.com.
Deming
Deming Arts Center, 100 S. Gold St., 546-3663. Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Gold Street Gallery, 112-116 S. Gold St., 546-8200. Open Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Call first to be sure they are open. Orona Art Studio, 546-4650. By appointment. lyntheoilpainter@gmail. com, www.lynorona.com. Reader’s Cove Used Books & Gallery, 200 S. Copper, 544-2512. Monday to Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Photography by Daniel Gauss. Studio LeMarbe, 4025 Chaparral SE, 544-7708.
Rodeo
Chiricahua Gallery, 5 Pine St., 557-2225. Open daily except Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hillsboro
Barbara Massengill Gallery, 8949511/895-3377, open weekends and by appointment.
Chloride
Monte Cristo, Wall St., 734-0493, montecristogallery@windstream.net. Daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ruidoso
Art Ruidoso Gallery, 575-808-1133, www.artruidoso.com, 2809 Sudderth Drive.
Alamogordo
Creative Designs Custom Framing & Gallery, 575-434-4420, 917 New York Ave. Patron’s Hall/Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, 575-434-2202, 1110 New York Ave.
Tularosa
Red Door Gallery and Gifts, 575-4915100, 1201 St. Francis Drive. Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Submit gallery information to editor@ desertexposure.com.
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WNMU REACHING OUT • ABE VILLAREAL
Professor Displays Art in New York, Chicago Abbott wants to show students they can reach for the world
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ohn Abbott has been crisscrossing the country, sizing up wall space and sharing his perspective through text-based painting, in two new solo exhibitions in New York and Chicago. “I am interested in the relationships between reading and looking,” said Abbott, assistant professor of painting and drawing at Western New Mexico University. The exhibits recently opened in two American cities known for art, architecture and powerful messages. Abbott jumped at the opportunity to showcase his work, which he believes can be inspirational to students attending WNMU. “I would like WNMU students
to be empowered so that they can go on from here and accomplish whatever they want,” Abbott said. “It is my aim to bring the excitement and openness of my studio practice into the classroom.” Abbott earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from WNMU in 2002. He returned to Silver City as a professor, more than a decade after graduating. Abbott earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin and taught art at several universities before choosing to work for his alma mater. “My artwork is diaristic in nature,” Abbott said. “The content of the work is pulled from my experiences.”
Abbott’s pieces range from small to large canvases with simple messages. Words like “Cosmos,” “Pontiac,” and “Sunday” are intended to give an insight into Abbott’s life experiences. “I want the words I choose to have meaning to me but be open-ended enough for poetic ruminations,” explained Abbott. “I may reference a specific moment but the words chosen are intended to have multiple reads and points of access for the viewer.” Abbot’s artwork is on display at Pierogi Gallery in Brooklyn, New York, and Devening Projects gallery in Chicago, Illinois. For more information, visit johnphillipabbott.com.
John Abbott with acclaimed artist Cary Smith at Pierogi art gallery. (Courtesy Photo)
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to life through demonstrations, indoor and outdoor exhibits, livestock, special programs and activities. The campus includes livestock barns, a greenhouse, the Historic Green Bridge, a theater, gift shop, snack bar and more. Some of the other open-air museums and colonial villages that made the list include Colonial Williamsburg, Lincoln Log Cabin Historical Site, and Greenfield Village. The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum welcomed visitors from 46 states and 11 foreign countries during a sixmonth period last year, according to a sampling from the lobby’s registry. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Museum is located at 4100 Dripping Springs Road in Las Cruces. Formerly known as the Pecos River Bridge and the Rio Hondo Bridge, New Mexico’s second-oldest highway bridge is the Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum’s largest artifact. (Courtesy Photo)
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TALKING HORSES • SCOTT THOMSON
Choosing Where to Live Observe your horse to understand shelter preferences
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t times over the past five years I’ve used this column to talk about issues where there is a debate about what a horse does in the wild naturally vs. what they do in domesticated life. Things like diet, shoes or barefoot, vaccinate or not, exercise levels, physical and mental development, how they learn, or the need for a herd are all areas where a horse in the wild takes care of its needs quite well on its own, but where domestication, use and human values can lead to different care. That care can be in direct conflict with what is natural and comfortable for the horse. This past winter I thought a lot about something else that often brings a lively debate – do horses need shelter from the elements? There seem to be plenty of horses that thrive without shelter. Certainly, horses living in the wild don’t head for a barn when the weather gets miserable. There are horses that have access to a shelter and search it out for whatever reasons are important to them. Some horses live their entire lives in a barn and only come out for exercise. On the surface most of those horses seem to be OK, although we know this is not the way they should live. Do you have to provide shelter for your horses to be a good, caring owner? If you don’t, are you a bad, thoughtless owner, practically guilty of abuse? Don’t be too quick to judge either side of this argument. My horses serve as good models for this confusing issue. Our Morgan horse was born and raised in Pt. Reyes National Seashore in northern California. He’d never seen a barn or shelter in his life when we bought him as a green 5 year old. In fact, he wouldn’t even go in the barn where we were going to board him, choosing instead to stand out in a paddock no matter what the weather. He’s now 19 and still chooses to stand in the wind, rain or snow, even when he has access to a covered area or a stall in our barn. He may go in at night for a brief nap, but when I show up in the morning he’s soaked or covered in snow or mud and just plain happy about it. On the other hand, my big old quarter horse Cody heads for cover if he even hears a bad weather forecast. I’m convinced he’s got a weather app on a phone hidden in his stall. Cody went right into a show barn early in life and lived his first 10 years pretty much in a stall and paddock. He would stay in all day during bad weather if I let him. During the worst weather this past winter when I came down in the morning, the only place where he might be wet or have a little snow on his body would be his forehead, the only part he would dare stick out from under the roof. Now 21 and having the option to be in or out, he has never changed his preference
for the indoor cushy life when the clouds roll in. Two horses are a small sample size, but it makes you wonder if this is a nature/nurture issue. Two animals of the same species, where one virtually grew up in shelter and still prefers it regardless of the season, and the other never had shelter and still prefers that option, could argue the need for shelter is a learned trait. A larger sample group would be the horses at End of the Road Equine Rescue and Sanctuary. We have been struggling to raise the funds necessary to build enough simple shelters so every horse at the ranch has access to shelter. This certainly makes emotional sense as these horses have been dealt the worst hands in life, horses nobody wanted and horses that have rarely seen any kindness much less shelter from the elements. I observed these horses all winter long, about 35 of them in a number of different groups and small herds, all different breeds and ages. All but a few of the horses have access to some basic shelter, in some cases just a roof overhead and for others more substantial three sided structures. Interestingly, even during the worst winter weather we had, with howling winds and rain or snow coming sideways, very few of the horses chose to seek shelter. Most did what horses do, stand with their butts to the wind in a group with their heads down. I’d be sitting in my truck with the heat blasting with a hot drink trying to stay warm, shaking my head at what appears to a human to be a very dumb choice. I’d see the same kind of “odd” choices even during the hot and dry periods that we live with here during much of the year. Fortunately, there are much smarter people than me looking at this issue and they have published some of their findings (“Shelter use during summer” in the February 2015 Journal of Animal Science and “Preferences for shelter” in the October 2015 Equine Veterinary Journal). One of these studies was done in Sweden and one in Norway, both countries with some pretty extreme weather season to season. The format of each study was similar in that test horses were offered options for various kinds of shelter or no shelter at all and could choose on their own. Observations of behavior were recorded at regular intervals, as well as weather conditions and insect activity throughout the test. There was also regular and systematic testing so the researchers could record evidence of any physiological changes internally or externally, or any signs of distress. Both studies produced some interesting findings, much more than I can go into in this column. But some broad summaries are help-
ful. In the warm weather study, researchers found no correlation between sun, heat and humidity, and the use of shelters. What did seem to drive the horses to a shelter was insect activity. When it was high the horses looked for shelter and preferred a three sided shelter rather than a shelter with just a roof. Insect activity was less in the three sided shelter and insect “defense activity” by the horses was much less (tail swishing, etc). Interestingly, when the wind was up, the horses were not as likely to seek shelter as the wind acted as a natural defense against the insects. So, the move to shelter seemed driven more by the desire to escape insects rather than the elements. In the cold weather study, researchers observed that in general cold, windy but dry weather did not drive a horse to shelter. When the conditions became windy, cold and wet, they were much more likely to seek shelter, but interestingly showed no preference for a shelter option that was actually heated. Clearly wet and windy conditions affect the horse’s ability to use its natural insulation because of what happens to the coat. What seemed to be the most interesting finding was that the desire for shelter even in the most extreme conditions was really an individual preference based on body type and coat quality rather than breed. The researchers were surprised to see certain horses that were cold-blooded breeds considered to be hearty heading for the shelters while some of the hot blooded horses stood outside in tough conditions. Now I understand my own horses better. My big, bulky cold blooded quarter horses has the body type to handle the elements, but has a fine soft coat that offers little insulation. Our more finely bred, smaller and warm blooded Morgan has a dense tough coat that really insulates and sheds the water. Their shelter choices make sense, and one isn’t tougher or more of a weenie than the other. As usual this argument comes down to the basics of good horsemanship – observation and understanding the needs of each particular horse. Providing shelter or not doesn’t make you a good or bad horse owner as long as the options make sense for your horses. If possible, I would always give them the option, but wouldn’t take it personally if they choose not to use it. They know what they want and need far better than we do. Scott Thomson lives in Silver City and teaches natural horsemanship and foundation training. You can contact him at hsthomson@ msn.com of 575-388-1830.
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nother centennial commemoration of the Pancho Villa raid on Columbus won’t happen for many years, it’s safe to say. So you’d better mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 9 and Saturday, March 12. At 4:11 a.m. on March 9, 1916, Villa’s elite Dorados galloped into downtown Columbus in the dark and slaughtered 18 people – eight soldiers from Camp Furlong and 10 innocent civilians. Between 80 and 200 Mexicans were captured and killed by Americans. Six Mexicans who took part in the raid were hung at a gallows in Deming during June, next to the jail on Platinum Street. This bitter act of war has deftly been turned into a hands-acrossthe-border celebration by Columbus residents and their Mexican counterparts. For years it’s had different names, formally or informally: Fiesta de Amistad, Raid Day, Pancho Villa Day, or Camp Furlong Day. The horseback riders coming
up from Mexico have called it the Cabalgata Binacional for 17 years. “It’s a great opportunity to bond with our neighbors,” said July McClure, the PR person for the event. “It’s a peaceful reuniting of two countries.”
Memorial service planned The Columbus Historical Society always sponsors a memorial service for the American victims on the actual date of the raid, March 9. This year they’ll have more events than usual, and will stay a few days. The organizers have tried to bring all the descendants of the victims of Villa’s attack they can. Richard Dean, great-grandson of one of the Americans killed in the raid, said all visitors are welcome. There will be vendors of food and non-edible items in the Columbus plaza. A large crowd is expected to come. McClure remembers the 75th anniversary celebration, when “a couple thousand people” came.
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The Cabalgata Binacional arrives in Columbus during a previous Pancho Villa raid commemoration. (Photo by Marjorie Lilly)
All-volunteer entertainment for Saturday With amazing magnanimity, all of the re-enactors, singers, and dancers on March 12 will be performing on a volunteer basis. “It’s a godsend. We’ve been blessed,” said Norma Gomez, the main organizer. “We’re operating on a shoestring budget.” “People are really excited to participate in the 100th anniversary,” McClure said. One group of 20 re-enactors is coming from the capital of Durango, Mexico, almost 500 miles south of Columbus. They’re a sophisticated troupe called Grupo Mezcal, and they act, sing, and stomp out revolutionary dances in period clothes. They’ve performed at the commemoration before and are coming because of their love of the event. A group of retired men in the U.S. are going to be re-enacting a Camp Furlong campground in the morning at Pancho Villa State Park. “They’re coming from places like Lubbock, Texas, Riverside,
California, Michigan and South Carolina,” Gomez said. “They always watched from the sidelines before. Now they’re contributing.” A major ballet folklorico group called Grupo Fuego is coming from the Phoenix area. A lot of local musical groups will also appear. There’s such a crowd of performance groups lining up to play in the Columbus plaza that the organizers have decided to give each group only 15 minutes to do their act, except for the most important ones, who will get 30 to 45 minutes. For kids (yay!), there will be pony rides and a petting zoo.
Cabalgata riders ride up from Mexico The Cosses are ranchers in the ejido of Seis de Enero, half an hour south of Columbus. Their kitchen is uncomfortably hot from the woodstove. Elias and a few others sitting around the table have ridden horseback several times to the Columbus celebration from the town of Guerrero. The town is 200 miles south of the border – halfway
through the state of Chihuahua. It takes two weeks to ride up. “For seven years I’ve gone on the cabalgata,” Elias said. About 30 of the riders among hundreds in the entire cabalgata begin in Guerrero. They believe this is the longest stretch of road that anybody rides during the event. This year’s ride will be the 17th year in a row that Mexican riders have officially gone on the Cabalgata Binacional. Elias will be riding with a daughter, a son, and his friend. Coss’ wife Lety has been making a traditional asado of pork with chile sauce for her children and their spouses or beaus. She offers some to me and Miguel Marquez, who brought me there. Marquez, who is part Warm Springs Apache, has ridden from Guerrero for three years. Several other years he rode from Zaragoza, where he has a brother-in-law, and from Madera. He has lived and worked for years as an electrical
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Pancho Villa Raid Film festival offers $500 awards for Pancho Villa-related productions
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he Rotary Club of Silver City, in conjunction with Western New Mexico University and Silver Screen Society, have launched a film competition for the documentation of the invasion of Columbus by Pancho Villa. The film documentation will take place March 9 and 12 during centennial events in Columbus. A unique feature of the competition is the opportunity to create a film remotely without visiting the village of Columbus at all. A video “pool” will be created from the centennial events and other field documentation. The “pool” will be accessible via the Internet, al-
lowing filmmakers far and wide to produce a submission. The final editing can be finished the following weekend at WNMU (optional). There are three filmmaker entry categories: High school students, university students and Independents. Prizes of $500 for each category will be awarded. Scholarships at WNMU will also be awarded. Maximum film length 15 minutes. Film submission deadline is April 15. For more information contact assistant professor Peter Bill at pbill23@gmail. com, or visit the website www.peterbill.us/invasion.html.
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BATAAN MEMORIAL DEATH MARCH
Who Will You March For? Annual commemoration honors survivors
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he 27th annual Bataan Memorial Death March is gearing up to step into another record-breaking year March 20 at White Sands Missile Range. Considered one of the hardest marathon-length routes in the U.S., participants come from all over the world to honor the Bataan fallen and World War II survivors. “They stand as a living testament to the memory of Bataan,” said WSMR Commander Brig. Gen. Timothy Coffin during the 2015 opening ceremony. “They faced physical and spiritual hardships that for many were too great to bear. The legacy of the march, which has brought us here today, keeps its history alive and ensures the sacrifices made and lessons learned are not forgotten.” The story of the Bataan Death March began April 9, 1942, when around 75,000 Filipino and U.S. soldiers were surrendered to the Japanese forces. The Americans were Army, Army Air Corp, Navy and Marines. Among those seized were members of the 200th Coast Artillery, New Mexico National Guard. The prisoners were forced to march approximately 100 kilometers north to Nueva Ecija to Camp O’Donnell, a prison camp, in the scorching heat through the Philippine jungles. One of those brave men who survived the march is retired Col. Ben Skardon, a 97-year-old Bataan survivor who has marched 8.5 miles for the last eight years during the Bataan Memorial Death March. “Coming to WSMR is now my pilgrimage,” Skardon said. “I’m privileged to be able to make my eighth trip to White Sands. I learned how easy it is to die when you lose the will to live.” Skardon was 24 years old and weighed 90 pounds at the time of rescue. He attributes his survival to two fellow soldiers and Clemson graduates, Henry Leitner and Otis Morgan, who cared for him when he fell ill during the march. Before
Bataan survivors shake hands with participants at the start and finish lines during the 2015 Bataan Memorial Death March. (Photo by Luciano Vera) they were forced to march, Skardon said he hid away a can of condensed milk and his Clemson ring in a piece of cloth. He would take sips of the condensed milk during the march and traded his ring for a chicken and a can of ham. In his honor, every year some of the participants carry cans of condensed milk signed by Skardon. The prisoners of war were randomly beaten and denied food and water for days. Thousands died and those who fell behind were executed. Those who survived the march faced the hardships of a prisoner of war camp. The march became known as the Bataan Death March. Since its inception in 1989, the Bataan Memorial Death March has
grown from about 100 to more than 12,000 marchers, spectators and volunteers from around the world. The march is a military event, but many civilians and athletes come to WSMR to take the challenge or volunteer. The 2015 Bataan Memorial Death March also raised 21,679 pounds of non-perishable food donated by marchers in the heavy category who carried the non-perishable food in their packs. Every year the food is donated to the Las Cruces Roadrunner Food Bank. Marchers can select between two routes, the full 26.2 miles or 14.2 miles. Participants can choose to participate in the heavy category, which requires you to carry a pack
ery. It’s why we have our lands. He got us out of the haciendas.” There isn’t any particular anger against the Americans among the riders. I asked Elias if he is proud of Villa. “They did some bad things there (in Columbus),” he admits. “They didn’t have the right.” Toward the end of the dinner, the Cosses’ daughter Araceli arrives home from Colorado. She is 29 and has various jobs in the U.S., from being a mechanic to making ceramic tiles. For six years she’s taken a vacation to go ride in the cabalgata. “I like to do it because it’s a challenge,” she said. “Since I was three years old, I rode at the ranch.” Araceli estimates that 10 percent to 20 percent of the riders are women.
“They go in trucks or go drink with the guys,” she said. Elias’ 23-year-old son Manuel currently rides horses daily in his work with the 90 cattle on the ranch. They’ve been preparing four of their horses for months to go on the cabalgata. It will all be worth it when they arrive in Columbus. The horses stride up from the Port of Entry to the applause and cheers of people from both sides of the border. Then they’ll start making more plans. Borderlines columnist Marjorie Lilly lives in Deming.
that weighs more than 35 pounds, or the light category which has no weight requirements. Participants in the runners category state every year how much of an endurance test the 1,400-foot elevation climb and the “Sand Pit” are to accomplish. Military or civilian teams of five can also take on the challenge. Staff Sgt. David Esquivel, Army Combat Engineer, participated in the 2015 Bataan March with his 13-year-old son Andrew. “He just asked me one day if he could do it and I started training him up for it,” said Esquivel. “My wife was on board, so my family is fully supportive. I’m proud of him that at such a young age he wants to do something like this.”
The 2016 Bataan Memorial Death March will feature a new timing system that will allow marchers and their family members to receive accurate times throughout the course of the Bataan Memorial Death March through the use of a mobile application. Participants can download the “ITS YOUR RACE” application for mobile devices. For more information, training tips, and how to register, visit www.bataanmarch.com. Choose who you will march for during the 2016 Bataan Memorial Death March by visiting the official WSMR PAO Facebook page at www.facebook.com/WSMRPublicAffairs/.
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he brilliant stars of winter dominate our March evenings. Many of these young, hot stars are newly formed out of the dust and gas of the Orion interstellar gas cloud. While some of the winter stars are not products of this cloud, most of the constellations in this area have these stars as conerstones in their shapes. Our constellation for this month, Monoceros, The Unicorn, does not. Found just east of Orion and southwest of Canis Major, this constellation is mostly empty sky. It was created by Flemish astronomer and cartographer Petrus Plancius on a 10-inch celestial globe that he published in 1612 with the Dutch publisher and globe maker Pieter van der Keere. Monoceros was one of eight new constellations that appeared on this globe. Of these eight, Monoceros and Camelopardalis are the only two constellations to become part of the official eight – eight constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union. Monoceros’ brightest stars are a faint fourth magnitude. The second brightest, Alpha Monocerotis, is magnitude +3.9 and the third brightest is Gamma Monocerotis at magnitude +4.0 The brightest star in this constellation is Beta Monocerotis, which is actually a beautiful triple star system. These three stars are all about 690 light-years distant and about 34 million years old. Beta Monocerotis B and C are just 2.8 seconds-of-arc apart and orbit around each other every 4,200 years. Beta Monocerotis A is 7.4 seconds-of-arc from the other pair and it makes a wide orbit around them every 14,000 years. Beta Monocerotis A is the largest and brightest of the three at magnitude 4.7, weighing in at seven times the mass of our Sun and 3,200 times its brightness. The next star in the triplet is Beta Monocerotis B shining
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Last Quarter Moon Jupiter at opposition New Moon-Total Solar Eclipse Daylight Savings Time begins First Quarter Moon March Equinox Full Moon-penumbral lunar eclipse Saturn stationary Last Quarter Moon
at magnitude 5.2 and it is 6.2 time the mass of our Sun and 1,600 times more luminous. Its companion, Beta Monocerotis C, is magnitude 6.1 and it is six times the mass of our Sun and 1,300 times its luminosity. All three of these stars are B-class stars, but in addition to the normal characteristics of the B-class spectrum, they also have emission lines. To mark this distinction, they are listed as Be-type stars, the “e� stands for emission. These bright lines in their spectrum come not from the stars themselves, but from discs of dust and gas that absorb energy from the star and re-emit as these emission lines. While we can put energy into a gas here on Earth and get emission lines, the lines from these stars are forbidden lines. These forbidden lines can only be emitted from gasses that have a very low density like the gas in the vacuum of space around these stars. While all the Christmas trees have been taken down here on Earth, there is still one up in the sky. Monoceros is home to the open cluster NGC 2264 and an associated cloud of gas and dust. Part of NGC 2264 has been named the Christmas Tree Cluster because of its vague resemblance to the holiday bush. This cluster is 2,700 light-years away from us. The shape of the Christmas Tree cluster is a “V� shape of brighter stars among the many fainter cluster members. At the open end of the “V� is the 4.7-magnitude star S Monocer-
otis that marks the base of the tree. The “tree-topper� is a star near the point of the related Cone Nebula. The Cone Nebula is the other official part of NGC 2264. These two were discovered by William Herschel, with the Cluster being discovered on January 18, 1784 and the Cone Nebula on December 26, 1785. A cloud of dust and gas surrounds and fills the Christmas Tree Cluster. This gas is lit up by S Monocerotis and the other stars of the cluster, causing the hydrogen atoms to glow with a reddish color. In front of the southern end of this gas cloud, there is another cloud of molecular hydrogen that is not lit up. This dark intruder cloud gives the Cone Nebula its shape. In addition to the two official parts of NGC 2264, you can also find the Fox Fur Nebula and the Snowflake cluster. The Snowflake cluster is composed of protostars that are barely 100,000 years old, mere babies. Many of the stars in this area are very young, probably formed out of the gas and dust cloud whose remains still cast its reddish glow in this area of the sky.
The Planets for March 2016
Jupiter is low in the eastern sky as it starts to get dark. Moving slowly westward in eastern Leo, the King of the Gods shines at magnitude -2.5.
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PUBLISHER’S NOTEBOOK • RICHARD COLTHARP
Pancho and Billy
Trying to sort out the good guys and bad guys in the West
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ew Mexico loves its anti-heroes. Our most famous resident remains, 135 after his death, the boy bandit king William H. Bonney, aka Billy the Kid. Our most famous invader remains, a century after his invasion, Francisco “Pancho” Villa. In case you didn’t know, neither were ever nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. I’m sure there are scholars and fans of these two who would dispute me – and go right ahead; I’m definitely in the dark on the details of their lives — but basically, they were a pair of scoundrels. Rogues and rebels, maybe, but scoundrels for sure. Of course, the view of Villa changes depending on which side of the border you’re standing. It is too much of a stretch to say Pancho and Billy are beloved in New Mexico, but many certainly find them fascinating. You can thank our Western culture. The American West was settled by individuals, iconoclasts, rogues and rebels. Cowboys, ranchers and other Western figures have earned a mostly deserved icon status for their toughness and roughness in taming a wild land. We like the good guys (and in the West, seldom are the good guys all good), but we kinda like the bad guys too. Think of the Clint Eastwood characters in “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly;” “The Outlaw Josey Wales;” and “High Plains Drifter.” Those characters all register a pretty high degree of nasty. But they’re definitively Western. They answer to no one. They move to their own rattlesnake beat. They don’t suffer fools, and they have no problem befriending the ostracized. As we commemorate the centennial of Pancho Villa’s raid into Columbus, New Mexico, here are some thoughts about the man and his actions. A few years before he led his band of marauders across the U.S. border in 1916, he joined with fellow revolutionary Emiliano Zapata in an effort to take Mexico City. He was evidently a solid and successful strategist as a leader on the battlefield, which, is often the case, lent him some political credibility, leading to his tenure as governor of Chihuahua. Villa, or at least his legend, combines qualities of Robin Hood, Don Quixote and, yes, even a little Donald Trump. Villa loved the camera and worked the media as few knew how back then. He epitomized the attitude “There’s no such thing as bad publicity.” Looking at it today, Villa’s raid seems a quaint little thumb in the nose to the U.S.A. Almost as if he and his men crossed the border, said, “Neh, neh, neh, neh neh,” and went back. It must have been more
than that at the time, however. President Woodrow Wilson ordered 5,000 soldiers to respond. Despite the Army’s foray into Mexico hunting Villa, he was not captured. Certainly that puffed Villa’s chest up even more. An interesting sidelight of the Villa raid was the introduction of military technology. There’s classic photograph of Villa with an Indian motorcycle. I can’t find any evidence the motorcycle was used in the raid, but it illustrates Villa’s interest in technology as well as his penchant for hamming for the camera. On the U.S. side, however, the raid and Villa hunt served as a live practice round for three important technologies: trucks, machine guns and airplanes. In the hunt for Villa, the Pancho Villa Expedition, the U.S. Army employed all three. They killed almost 200 of Villa’s men, many with machine guns, and they gained ground using gas-powered trucks. The airplane excursions have always fascinated me. It’s one of those classic, unexpected pieces of American history born in New Mexico. A question guaranteed to win a bar bet if you ask it anywhere outside New Mexico (and probably almost anywhere inside New Mexico): “Where and when did the U.S. Army first employ aircraft in combat conditions?” You’ll be hard-pressed to find anyone equipped to answer correctly: “In Columbus, New Mexico, 191617.” In that same bar, you could make a decent case the experience served the U.S. well just a few months later when The Great War exploded. Indeed, General Black Jack Pershing, perhaps the greatest hero of The Great War (World War I), cut some teeth in Columbus. Pershing had been serving in Fort Bliss since 1914, and Wilson called on him to lead the Pancho Villa Expedition. Most of the photos we see of Villa show him smiling, a contrast to most poses during the early era of photography, in which subjects look serious as a heart attack. It indicates a bold charisma Villa likely possessed, as many revolutionary leaders do. He even convinced Hollywood to let him play himself in some films. The Villa raid may be a small footnote in American history. But it’s our small footnote, and the centennial should be a trigger for us to learn more about this event and this intriguing anti-hero. Richard Coltharp is publisher of Desert Exposure and the Las Cruces Bulletin. He can be reached at richard@ lascrucesbulletin.com.
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continued from page 22 Its disc will be 44.3 seconds-of-arc across at midmonth. Jupiter reaches opposition on March 8 and it sets just after 6 a.m. A few hours latter, Mars rises around 11:15 p.m. and is visible the rest of the night. Moving eastward from eastern Libra into Scorpius, Mars reaches the border with Ophiuchus as the month ends. The Red Planet shines at magnitude -0.1 with a disc that is 10.0 seconds-of-arc across. Saturn rises just an hour later in the east-southeast. Shining at magnitude +0.5, Saturn has a disc that is 16.9 seconds-of-arc across while the Rings are 38.2 seconds-of-arc across. They are tilted down 26.3 degrees with the northern face showing. Saturn is moving very slowly eastward in southern Ophiuchus at the beginning of the month, but comes to a halt on March 25 and then turns back westward. The Ringed Planet will be
34 degrees up in the south as it starts to gets light. Venus has been chasing Mercury downward toward the Sun for the last two months and this month Mercury wins the race and disappears into the Sun’s glare during the first week of the month. Venus will slow its plunge toward the horizon going from seven degrees above the east-southeastern horizon in early March to being on the horizon at the end of the month, ending its appearance in the morning sky. Shining at magnitude -3.9, the Goddess of Love moves from central Capricornus to northeastern Aquarius during the month. Venus rises thirty minutes before Mercury, which comes up at 5:50 a.m. The Messenger of the Gods moves eastward from eastern Capricornus, through Aquarius and into Pisces. On March 1, Mercury’s disc is 87% illuminated and its disc is 5.2 seconds-ofarc across.
The March Equinox occurs on March 19 at 10:30 p.m. when the Sun passes over the Earth’s equator on its way north. This marks the beginning of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere. There is also a total solar eclipse visible over the western Pacific Ocean and Indonesia and a penumbral lunar eclipse will be visible over the Pacific Ocean as well. You might be able to catch a glimpse of the lunar eclipse as the Moon is setting on the morning of March 23, so take a peak just before moonset and “keep watching the sky! An amateur astronomer for more than 45 years, Bert Stevens is co-director of Desert Moon Observatory in Las Cruces.
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A delicate crescent moon with 18 points has been framed with recently added knife slashes at Three Rivers Petroglyph Park. (Photo by Joan E. Price)
This neon red paint appeared to the public around Spring Equinox 2015 to the public eye at the Three Rivers Petroglyph site. What was the person thinking? What was their plan? (Photo by Joan E. Price)
TAKE HEED • JOAN E. PRICE
Twisted Fun at the Ancient Library An encounter at Three Rivers Petroglyph Park
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This comment, ARTIST ATOM, carries the date 2008. When people notice it, after their reaction do they continue to look to see the round eye and horned head of a game animal below or do they shake their head and turn away? (Photo by Joan E. Price)
have been documenting archaeoastronomy on the west knoll of Three Rivers Petroglyph Site as a research associate of Jornada Research Institute, a nonprofit educational organization based in Tularosa, where I live. I had photographs of the Equinox position, the Summer Solstice position, the fall Equinox position and I was documenting (with a new camera) the Winter Solstice light and shadow animation of two very important glyphs — a large, winding spiral and a Mimbres-style jaguar, both of which display alignments for these key dates. As I climbed up the public trail on the well-marked and worn pathway lined with stones, the loud staccato of a number of boys, sounding about high school age, could be heard echoing up the hillside from the east base of the petroglyph-marked ridge. I looked over to the sounds to see them throwing a small, bouncy foam football back and forth, running and dodging creosote bushes and spine-festooned mesquite down below, calling, “Here! Here!” as they moved through an uneven arroyo that must have added to the challenge of throwing the football. I wondered where they were going. The arroyo led to some sublime petroglyph sites, eternal records on stone of Tlaloc Rain Gods, beautiful Mimbres geometrics and other well-composed complex images, some mysteriously abstract, but others recognizable: footprints, handprints, faces, masks, rabbits and deer, the crucial mammal population that became food for the prehistoric residents, reached out to contemporary visitors from more than a thousand years ago. Why and how in the world would these
students calm down when they arrived, exhilarated, at the quiet, intimate sites further along? What a preparation for contemplation of the visual legacy of at least a thousand years if not more: an invigorating football game in the late afternoon of Winter Solstice, which is one of the great planetary events for humanity all over the world who still mark their time on this planet. To my utter consternation, the football game reappeared on the next ridge over. The boys had scaled the steep side of mesquite and cactus to get to the public path beyond the “shed” and were throwing, challenging and playing all around the public trail. The valley between us has a pronounced acoustic curve that carries sound, perfect for filling the intimate valley with archaic songs of long ago. But now it was filled with rapid fire football lingo – a different breed of sound altogether. How they could avoid cactus, mesquite and the numerous petroglyphs on wide, low-lying flat stones, perfect for jumping on for a sure foothold, in their gleeful zig-zagging moves further up the trail, I don’t know. They must have been very agile. It is not believable that they were noticing and carefully not stepping on the innumerable glyphs ¬– hummingbirds, shield images, complex geometrics on the surface level stones facing the sky. I could not make out the ricocheting words and calls except someone got a cactus spine in their shoe and it hurt. A girl’s voice joined the animated shouts. I took a few photographs. The quiet evening’s grand planetary event returned to my senses as they zig-zagged out
of sight over the next ridge into a low hollow beyond. After the sun set, I headed back to the parking lot as I had so many times before. The BLM hosts had closed up for the night. A clean white Suburban sat ready to roll. In the gathering darkness two happy, panting dogs and four teens, talkative and cheerful, followed by an older man, came around the corner of the restroom building. There was the little green bouncy foamy football in the hands of a happy yellow-shirted teen. I took a photograph. I went up to them with my public school teacher persona turned on in a rather “Do you have any idea what you are doing?” sort of way. “Could I ask you a question?” I said as they gathered around. “Why did you come to a major petroglyph site to play football? Can’t you find other places, like football fields?” I asked. They were silent. The older man (the chaperone?) then said, “Because it is fun. We come here all the time. We go all over the place playing football.” “This is the largest petroglyph site in the Southwest and we have to be very careful to protect it,” I said. “We were not stepping on any petroglyphs,” he said. “How could you notice every petroglyph and play like that at the same time?” “Lady, the petroglyphs are all on the sides
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GETTING WARMED UP • RUSSELL DOBKINS
The Christmas Storm of 2015 Snow, moisture, envelope the world
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t began in the warm waters of the equatorial Pacific Ocean, west of Central America, where a vast expanse of 85 degree ocean water is evaporating into the atmosphere. The moisture was picked up by the circulating atmospheric winds and began to flow north-east in what meteorologists are beginning to recognize as “atmospheric rivers.” On the evening of Dec. 22, it started to snow in the mountains of northern New Mexico. My wife and I were going skiing. By morning there was 8 inches of new snow at Sipapu Ski Area. That day it was howling windy. Heavy dark clouds were flying over the mountain tops, going north-east. Enormous quantities of moisture were pouring across the sky. The skiing wasn’t that great, so we decided to drive on up to Wolf Creek Pass Ski Area in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado. Wolf Creek always has the most snow. We made it to Wolf Creek Ski Area at sunup Christmas Eve. We were traveling in an RV, so we have a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, everywhere we go. Christmas Eve morning started out
clear, sunny, blue skies. We had a good breakfast and then started skiing. It was good snow and beautiful weather. We were having a good time. We skied the whole mountain. Then about noon things started to change. Clouds began to come over. The wind picked up. It got dark, hard to see. Then it started to snow. The temperature dropped – fast. The wind with blowing snow was biting cold. Frostbite became a real concern. We took a break for lunch back in the RV. It started snowing harder. We checked the weather report. There was a Severe Winter Storm Warning in effect for all the southern mountains of Colorado. It looked like a real big one building up. We decided to get down off the mountain. The storm hit the mountain hard – 18 inches of snow, 80 m.p.h winds. Avalanches covered and closed four miles of the road that night. The Pagosa Hot Springs were a life saver. The storm was howling. It was
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Russell Dobkins encountered some serious snow on Christmas 2015 in his RV. (Courtesy Photo)
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continued from page 25 of the rocks at the cliffs,” he said. I kept it to myself how untrue that was. I wanted to choose my battles. Secondly,” I said (with some 25 years of visiting this site sacred to Native Americans), “Would you do that at a church?” They stood quietly. “This place, these glyphs are ancestral Puebloan – they come to these places to remember their ancestors. Are you going to come back here?” I turned to the teens. “Would you do me a favor? Go do some research on Pueblo people and their shrine areas, study their culture, please, before you come back here.” They walked away. As they rather quickly got in their white Suburban, the older guy started talking about going shopping. I called the BLM hosts the next day to get their story. Only the man had come in to register. He had refused a trail guide. He told her he did not need it, they had been here before. And he did not collect informational brochures (that could have been given to the teens). Other things she and I discussed matched up though he had told her they were going to “the back 40” because he knew dogs were not allowed on the public trail. I returned to Three Rivers the next day. I would be able to watch for more Winter Solstice shadow castings and see if the football players had stepped on any of the large flat and very important glyphs I knew of. The worst I could imagine was a complete dusty boot print over a 1,000-year-old finely chiseled bare foot on a stone. There was a scattered trail of shoe prints up the arroyo that took a path cleared by the BLM along the fence. There were two different upturned stones. This was hopeless – I am not a profession-
The irony of this text THE END suggests that the time of eternal messages is over. (Photo by Joan E. Price) al tracker. I went on and found a place where the barbed wire had been pulled to create a wider space between the upper and lower runs and slid through. But who but a professional could say any marks were theirs? As soon as I saw the roof of the shed where most visitors rest and turn back and where the football players had appeared again, I headed up the hill of creosote, mesquite and clusters of deep red-black patinated stones on the public trail. As the sun was setting and shadows spread across the vast landscape, twisting down and around sections of stones with glyphs, I stopped still. There at the height of my shoulders was a freshly broken stone big enough to be a hand tool lying on top of a deeply patinated stone, ¬with several fresh white dots randomly punched around it
into the patina. A few weeks earlier, I guided a tour of sharp-eyed petroglyph researchers and I am very sure none of us noticed this. We did meet an elderly gentleman coming down the trail. After exchanging pleasantries, he said he was from Flagstaff. He was deeply disturbed by the amount of “graffiti” here at Three Rivers. The perched stone and dents were a testament to someone copying what has been done on numerous other stones. And there are laws against defacement of this ancient public legacy of works, which are as important as those in the museums of fine art in well-guarded buildings with video cameras and controlled climates, preserving invaluable works of sculpture and paintings, vaults, lecture rooms and research libraries.
I could imagine a teenager finding a convenient nearby hand stone and trying it for a couple of minutes to see how it was done or a chaperone showing his charges how it worked. This is one of a multitude of recent additions that have been done to this vulnerable ancient library beginning with dates, slashes, more dates, initials, crude drawings of Mickey Mouse, Linus of Snoopy fame, the New Mexico state symbol of a Zia Pueblo sun motif, “artist atom” comments gouged into the ancient stones, fresh circle and cross motifs, tiny animal prints, bright red paint poured down the sides of stones and so on that I have documented over several years, disturbing random signatures modern people have been using to put their own marks among the eternal sacred art that others revere. This was evidence of – what? Unless the BLM office, hours away, roused law enforcement immediately and got fingerprints and matched them to some of last night’s football game... But the stone gallery is not like the modern television forensics of today, the metal or glass surfaces that give up the smoking gun. The likelihood of evidence was more than dim. I should have taken a photo. Instead, I just stared at the raw stone and fresh dents. I stared as I stare at plastic bags of trash that have been thrown by the side of the highway and split open, spewing Styrofoam cups, to-go containers of half-eaten food and what all else to the New Mexican winds. Heavy clouds came in, filling the Tularosa Basin valley, piling up against the mountains to wash away dusty prints and fresh dog scat on the trail. The stone rocked gently in the rising cold winds. Only the next morning, I realized
the hand piece was an open invitation to who knows who passing by to take a few exploratory knocks themself to see what would happen, for fun. If I had taken the tool, only the fresh white dots would remain for some future archaeologists to look at and wonder why they had been placed there, though the pure whiteness would have told its recent origin. A BLM officer came to record and remove it. We could not prove a thing, of course. The BLM consults with Native Americans who have indicated a cultural affiliation with Three Rivers and does share tribal interpretations if the consultants are comfortable, but often the response from tribal consultants is of a nature that remains private. “We have a government-to-government relationship with tribes,” said Tom Phillips, a supervisory recreation/cultural resources specialist in the Las Cruces District BLM office when I called years ago. Phillips was aware of at least two to three professional societies that come to Three Rivers each year – rock art tours, archaeoastronomers, archaeological societies or field schools – “because it is an easy site to showcase,” he said, with camping on site or motels nearby to the north or south on U.S. Highway 54. But something is very wrong at this ancient gallery of eternal documents. A destructive undercurrent creeps among the silent stone sentries with their complex symbols that draw more than 20,000 viewers per year to commune with the humanity that came before, a record of those who settled here for a time and then moved on with their carefully gained knowledge of this area and its environmental character of flowers, herbs, weaving materials, game, seeps of water and dragonflies and birds.
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continued from page 26 snowing heavily, and really cold! We were warm and enjoying the pools. In the morning the temperature was six below zero. All the windows were frozen in ice. Fortunately, the heaters worked, and we stayed warm. The roads were closed for two days. After the storm passed we got to go skiing again – good snow. But, the storm went on. We didn’t know it, but this was a huge storm which dumped tremendous amounts of moisture all over the country causing terrible flooding, deadly tornadoes, road closures, killed 30,000 dairy cows in New Mexico and west Texas, and at last count 48 people died. The storm blew in over Mexico and on over the whole continental U.S. and then out into the Atlantic. It carried more flooding rains to northern England and Scotland, along with gale force winds. The storm kept on going north. It blew over Iceland and turned into a cyclonic storm, with the pressure dropping faster than ever seen. It blasted right through the circumpolar vortex of winds and set up
right over the North Pole. This powerful hurricane type storm had so much moisture and heat energy in it that it thawed the North Pole, to a measured 33 degrees Fahrenheit on Dec. 30. Now, that’s a storm! This storm was produced by the warm waters of the tropical Pacific Ocean. A couple of weeks before, another such storm was produced from the equatorial waters of the Atlantic and the Caribbean. The moisture flowed up out of the record warm waters, formed an atmospheric river and flowed north and east up the Atlantic all the way to the British Isles. There it met a cold air mass, and began to unload the moisture. Northern England and Ireland got hit really hard. The wind was howling 100 m.p.h. Rain was pouring, day after day. Rivers overflowed the banks. Cities drowned. Cars were washed away down the streets. Houses were flooded. Farms flooded. The army was called out to rescue people from their homes. It is still a disaster. Then in southern India another great flood happened. The Indian
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ORGANIC BYTES • STEVE CHIANG
A Post Time-Space Compression World
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ime-space compression” is a term that is often used in the discussion of globalization, economics and politics. Here, the term is used according to the Oxford definition: The set of processes that cause the relative distances between places (i.e., as measured in terms of travel time or cost) to contract, effectively making such places grow “closer.” Thirty some years ago, I spent time in a small town called Inverness, along the California coast. There was a very small local newspaper in town. Everybody that wrote for the paper lived in town or communities in close proximity. There was a small print shop in town where the paper was printed. In other words, the small local newspaper is literally “local,” not a thing was done far from town. Fast forward to now, I live in Mimbres, in terms of population, probably not much bigger than Inverness. I get my local news off a fine local news website (grantcountybeat.com, for those that are curious). As near as I can tell, grantcountybeat.com is totally locally owned, no outside affiliation, real small local staff. In other words, a classic local small news outfit, or is it?
Further examination shows that the grantcountybeat.com website is designed by a company in Washington State “powered by” AWS (Amazon Web Services). A very “local” organization these days usually involves a national footprint underneath, a far cry from the “local” paper I read in Inverness decades ago. The idea of what is “local” is getting fuzzy. Expand the concept further: let’s say you shop on the Internet and bought goods from companies all over the country. But did you really? Chances are you browse and bought goods via different company websites, and these days, all these different company websites are likely to be located in a big server farm or even in the same server, the companies’ advertised locations notwithstanding. Similarly, whatever goods you brought from different companies could well be warehoused and “fulfilled” by some big nameless logistics company. These days, when buying on the web, chances are good that you can buy something and not have to interact with anyone in the company at all. An overwhelming number of company websites are designed and maintained by third
parties, ditto payment processing and sometimes order fulfillment. It is getting harder and harder to tell where exactly that gizmo you bought came from. Thus, a post time-space compression world is when the concepts of time and space start to lose meaning. You call your friend at home in the morning, he answers. In a post time-space compression world, you can no longer assume your friend is home, as calls can be forwarded. You can no longer assume your friend is in the same time zone or even the same day, as he may be on the other side of the International Date Line. Conversing with a friend that’s hours or even a day ahead of you, confusing? Mind bending?
If you cannot stand the heat When I started in the business in the early 70s, I worked with mainframe computers. For those that remember the “big irons”, these machines had to be located in special air conditioned rooms as they generated a lot of heat and can only operate within a small temperature range. The rise of PCs from the mid-80s to mid-2000s spelled an end to a lot of these setups. Fast forward to 2016, when cloud computing is all the rage, giant server farms have become a bright growth area in an otherwise dismal traditional computer hardware business. The challenge of operating literally thousands of servers in a warehouse now is how does one keep all these machines cool and within operating temperature? Finding cooling
solutions to machines that generate a lot of heat? Sounds like everything old is new again, right? Not quite. Unlike the past, when more cooling was needed, one simply built bigger air conditioners, we now actually have some interesting and novel ideas. Last year, Facebook disclosed their engineers were experimenting with liquid cooling. Their engineers showed they are running servers (for those that are not so current, a server now is literally just a naked circuit board, the server in a box visual is largely passé) totally immersed in a jell like liquid. They claim their tests have shown a lot of promise as this liquid provides a much better cooling environment than traditional “air” cool. “What is this magic cooling liquid? Is it expensive?” you ask. No, it is cheap. It is the same liquid that are being used by large animal veterinarians as lubricants for rectal exams. How did these engineers discover this lubricant makes a great cooling agent? No idea. One of the two dominant players in the cloud computing market, Microsoft (the other being Amazon), is now experimenting with undersea server farms. These undersea server farms are enclosed in a steel cylindrical enclosure (to better withstand water pressure) and dropped to some 500 feet below sea level. The idea is not only to use water as a natural cooling medium, but also harvest tide and current energy to power these server farms. They also want to “park” these server farms close to undersea fiber optic cables, so as to
have easy access to cross continent information highways. Pretty slick, sounds almost like a plot for a ”Back to the Future with Jules Verne” movie.
Digital Divide Finally, thanks to our editor Elva, I am the proud owner of a 2016 SW New Mexico Legislative Guide (and I highly recommend anybody with interest in our state to get a copy, the only cost is postage). In the publication, there is a reprint of an Education Weekly article, by Todd Dickson. Some of the internet cost for rural schools he cited was “startling,” to put it mildly. For example, between the tiny Datil Elementary and Quemado (kindergarten through 12 grade), two schools with a combined student population of 126 share a 22Mbps internet line at a stunning cost of $3,700 a month (I have not independently verified these numbers). As a comparison of the “haves” and “have nots,” I got a Comcast Business Internet line quote for a Silver City client of mine last month: 50Mbps down and 10Mbps up, $125 a month. Enough said. Until next time. Steve Chiang and wife, Martha, both high technology veterans, live in Mimbres. They are owners of techserviceondemand, mimbresdesign.com and the free community forum http:// mimbres.freeforums.net. They can be contacted at steve@ techserviceondemand.com.
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Attention to Safety
Cars and bicycles should follow a few simple rules
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icyclists and motorists need to attend to attitudes and behaviors that make for road safe for all of us. Here are more thoughts to add to previous columns on this topic. Most of us who cycle also drive cars or trucks. America has a four-wheeled culture. Although we cyclists might pretend we live in Europe, we don’t. Europeans have a long history of equality regarding bicycle use and they grow up with a different consciousness from us in the US. That goes for both cyclists and motor vehicle drivers – whatever vehicles we ride in America we all live in a four-wheeled culture. Adult bicyclists in the USA remain a novelty because the dominant culture assumes that you will learn to drive at sixteen and then primarily use motor vehicles. Most people regard cycling as a hobby or recreation, not a mainstream form of transportation. Cyclists could always improve their behavior. One way
to do so is to use hand signals to telegraph your intended moves to drivers. Left hand up for a right turn – or right hand extended out, if that works as well. Left arm extended if you plan a left turn. In the US, the common indication for stopping is to extend your left arm out and up and drop your left hand, palm facing backward. Bicycle safety instructors say that we should not pull over to the right hand curb when coming to a light or stop sign at an intersection. It’s better to take the lane because often drivers come too close to us, particularly if they intend to turn right at the intersection. Pulling to the curb may confuse drivers because they may think we have stopped to check some bike problem. Motor vehicle drivers could improve their behavior in a few ways that have recently caught my attention again through experiences. These have to do with the paradox one finds with driver behavior. On one hand, motor
vehicle drivers expect bicyclists to obey the traffic laws like a motorist. On the other hand, drivers do not always observe the common courtesies that they would extend to another motor vehicle driver. For instance, you stop at a red light on your bicycle and waiting on the other side of the street is a motorcar. When the light turns green, the driver takes off without signaling you that he is making a left turn. Why not, when a signal would be given to another car driver? A similar experience occurs when a driver, traveling the same direction as you, abruptly turns right in front of you onto a street. Let’s say you are cycling on the right side of the traffic lane. All too often a motorcar driver will turn in front of you. No signal was given as a courtesy to indicate that the driver intends to turn to the right in front
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AARP Chapter No. 1496 — Third Monday. 12:30 p.m. Senior Center, 205 W. Victoria. AARP Widowed and Single Persons of Grant County — Second Monday. 10:30 a.m. Cross Point Assembly of God Church. All singles welcome. Contact Sally, 537-3643. Al-Anon family group, New Hope —12:05 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 1915 Swan, Silver City. Contact: Jerry, 575-534-4866; Matt, 575-3130330; Diana 575-574-2311. Open meeting. Art Class — 9-10:45 a.m. Silver City Senior Citizen Center. Beginners to advanced. Contact Jean 519-2977. Gentle Yoga — 5:30-6:56 p.m. Lotus Center at 211 W. Broadway, Becky Glenn, 404234-5331. Mom & Baby Yoga — 5:30-6:30 p.m. La Clinica Health & Birth Center, 3201 Ridge Loop. 3884251. Free to patients, $5 for non-patients. Republican Party of Grant County — Second Monday at 6 p.m. at 3 Rio de Arenas Road (the old Wrangler restaurant). Silver City Squares — Dancing 7-9 p.m. Presbyterian Church, 1915 N. Swan St. Kay, 3884227, or Linda, 534-4523. Widowed and Single Persons of Grant County — Second Monday10:30 a.m. at Glad Tidings Church, 11600, Highway 180 E. Info: 537-3643.
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Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support — First Tuesday 1:30 p.m. Senior Center. Margaret, 3884539. Bayard Historic Mine Tour — Second Tuesday. Meet at Bayard City Hall, 800 Central Ave., by 9:30 a.m. $5 fee covers twohour bus tour of historic mines plus literature and map; call 5373327 for reservation. A Course in Miracles — 7:15 p.m., 600 N. Hudson. Information, 534-9172 or 5341869. Compassionate Friends — Fourth Tuesday. 7 p.m. Support for those who’ve lost a child. Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, Seventh and Texas St. Mitch Barsh, 534-1134. Figure/Model Drawing — 4-6 p.m. Contact Sam, 388-5583. Gilawriters—2-4 p.m. Silver City Public Library. Trish Heck, trish. heck@gmail.com, 534-0207. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group — First Tuesday. 11:30 a.m. at local restaurant; email for this month’s location: huseworld@yahoo.com. PFLAG Silver City — First Tuesday. 5:30-7 p.m. at the Yankie Creek Coffee House. Confidential support for LGBTQ persons, their families and friends. 575-590-8797.
Slow Flow Yoga — 11:30 a.m.12:45 p.m. Lotus Center at 211 W. Broadway, Becky Glenn, 404234-5331. Southwest New Mexico Quilters Guild – First Tuesday. 9:30 a.m. at the Grant County Extension Office, 2610 N. Silver Street, North Entrance. Newcomers and visitors are welcome. 575-388-8161. Tai Chi for Better Balance — 10:45 a.m., Senior Center. Call Lydia Moncada to register, 575534-0059.
WEDNESDAYS
Al-Anon family group — 6 p.m. at Arenas Valley Church of Christ, 5 Race Track Road, Arenas Valley (the old radio station). Contact: Tom, 575-9568731; Karen 575-313-7094; Dot, 575-654-1643. Open meeting. Archaeology Society — Third Wednesday of every month. October-November, JanuaryApril 7 p.m. Silver City Women’s Club. Summers 6 p.m. location TBA. 536-3092, whudson43@ yahoo.com. Back Country Horsemen — Second Wednesday 6 p.m. Gila Regional Medical Center Conference Room. Subject to change. 574-2888. Bayard Al-Anon — 6 p.m. Bayard Housing Authority, 100 Runnels Drive 313-7094. Curbside Consulting — Free for nonprofits. 9 a.m.-noon. Wellness Coalition, 409 N. Bullard, Lisa Jimenez, 534-0665, ext. 232, lisa@wellnesscoalition. org. Gin Rummy — 1 p.m. Yankie Creek Coffee House. Grant County Democratic Party — Second Wednesday potluck at 5:30 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sen. Howie Morales’ building, 3060 E. Hwy. 180. Ladies Golf Association — 8 a.m. tee time. Silver City Golf Course. Lego Club — Ages 4-9. 4 p.m. Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave., 538-3672. Prenatal Yoga — 5:30-6:30 p.m. at La Clinica Health & Birth Center, 3201 Ridge Loop. 3884251. Free to patients, $5 for non-patients. Prostate Cancer Support Group — Third Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Gila Regional Medical Center Conference Room. 3881198 ext. 10. Storytime — all ages. 10:30 a.m. Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave., 538-3672.
THURSDAYS
ARTS Anonymous — 5:30 p.m. Artists Recovering through the 12 Steps. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 3845 N. Swan St. 534-1329. De-stressing Meditations — 12-12:45 p.m. New Church of the SW Desert, 1302 Bennett St. 313-4087. Grant County Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society — Second Thursday, 6 p.m. Senior Center, 204 W. Victoria St. Kyle, 538-5706. Group Meditation — 5:30-6:15 p.m. with Jeff Goin at the Lotus
Center. 388-4647. Historic Mining District & Tourism Meeting — Second Thursday, 10 a.m. Bayard Community Center, 290 Hurley Ave., Bayard. 537-3327. Tai Chi for Better Balance — 10:45 a.m., Senior Center. Call Lydia Moncada to register, 575534-0059. TOPS — 5 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 1915 Swan, 538-9447. Vinyasa Flow Yoga — 11:30 a.m. Lotus Center at 211 W. Broadway, Becky Glenn, 404234-5331. Yoga class — Free class taught by Colleen Stinar. 1-2 p.m. Episcopal Church fellowship hall, Seventh and Texas.
FRIDAYS
Overeaters Anonymous — 4 p.m. at the Silver City Public Library. 575-654-2067. Silver City Woman’s Club — Second Friday, 10:30 a.m., lunch 12 p.m. 411 Silver Heights Blvd. 538-3452. Taizé — Second Friday. Service of prayer, songs, scripture readings and quiet contemplation. 6:30 p.m. Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 538-2015. Woodcarving Club — Second and Fourth Fridays except holidays. 1 p.m. Senior Center. 313-1518. Youth Space — 5:30-10 p.m. Loud music, video games, chill out. Satellite/Wellness Coalition.
SATURDAYS
Alcoholics Anonymous Beginners — 6 p.m. Lions Club, Eighth & Bullard (entrance at Big Ditch behind Domino’s). Newcomers and seasoned members welcome. Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support — 10 a.m.-noon. Gila Regional Medical Center Conference Room. Margaret, 388-4539. Blooming Lotus Meditation — 12:45 p.m. Lotus Center at 211 W. Broadway, 313-7417, geofarm@pobox.com. Double Feature Blockbuster Mega Hit Movie Night — 5:30-11 pm. Satellite/Wellness Coalition. Evening Prayer in the Eastern Orthodox Tradition — 5 p.m. Theotokos Retreat Center, 5202 Hwy. 152, Santa Clara. 5374839, theotokos@zianet.com. Kids Bike Ride — 10 a.m., Bikeworks, 815 E. 10th St. Dave Baker, 388-1444. Narcotics Anonymous — 6 p.m. New 180 Club, 1661 Hwy. 180 E. Spinning Group — First Saturday 1-3 p.m. Yada Yada Yarn, 614 N. Bullard, 388-3350. Storytime — all ages. 10:30 a.m. Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave., 538-3672. Vinyasa Flow Yoga — 10 a.m. All levels. Lotus Center at 211 W. Broadway, Becky Glenn, 404234-5331. All phone numbers are area code 575 except as noted. Send updates to events@ desertexposure.com.
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BODY, MIND, SPIRIT • RON LEVY
Interacting With Illness
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Seeing disease in a different light
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t might be beneficial to approach the way we think about interacting with illness and disease in general in an alternative way. The rhetoric of war and battle in reference to how we deal with illness and disease is a disservice to both ourselves and the conditions that inhabit us. The inflammation and pain we experience are the body’s natural healing responses. These are not things that can or should be “battled” and it is highly unlikely that we will ever “conquer” things like cancer, Parkinson’s, MS, Alzheimer’s and the like. As author Christopher Hitchens so aptly puts it, “People don’t have cancer: they are reported to be battling cancer. No well-wisher omits this combative image: You can beat this. It’s even in obituaries for cancer losers, as if one might reasonably say of someone that they died after a long and brave struggle with mortality.” Another similarity between the conventional western medical approach and the pseudo-alternative methodology is the staunch tendency to focus treatment directly on the diseased, deficient, damaged organ or system. If there is deficient liver function stimulate it; if the immune system is lethargic, awaken it, rudely if necessary. If blood pressure is too high, thin the blood, even to the point that the body cannot contain it. Cholesterol is lowered regardless if it impinges on brain and motor function. Inflammation must be silenced and exiled even at the cost of liver function. A truly alternative avenue favors supporting and toning damaged and/or deficient organs and systems, not stimulating them. Reason suggests to us that the cure for a high fever with diarrhea and vomiting is not to go back to work and just work harder but rather to go to bed and have a nice hot bowl of chicken soup. Afflictions to our internal workings deserve a no less
reasoned, compassionate and supportive treatment. So if, for example, we are dealing with deficient liver function, treatments that stimulate liver function are likely to put added stress on the liver. Tonics that support liver function (dandelion, burdock, yellowdock) without stimulating it are appropriate and may work well along with attempts at improving digestive function. Improving digestive function can reduce the work the liver (and other organs) is required to do and reduce stress on the organ giving it the time and space required to perhaps regain lost footing on its own. And speaking of stress – or rather stress response – probably the most critical factor in achieving and maintaining a tolerable level of health is to modify our stress response. There is no “stress” unless we perceive a given situation in that way. When we respond to perceived stress and go into “fight or flight mode” as we are hard wired to do as an effective survival strategy, all our energy, blood and attention are focused on overcoming or escaping a mortal threat. Once there is no longer a threat we can resume our normal lives and go back to digesting food, making babies, managing, maintaining and monitoring fluid dynamics and organ and system function. However, many people enjoy the rush produced by this response (while not actually having to deal with any truly life-threatening situation) so much that they remain in a constant state of stress response, the result of which is deficient parasympathetic autonomic nervous system function which can take many forms; everything from dry skin, mouth and hair to deficient function of digestive, adrenals, liver and naughty bits. The most effective way to avoid this is to modify stress response. The process of modification is simple, if not entirely easy. • Become aware of times when
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of you. Worse, the driver may miscalculate your speed on the bike and not give you enough leeway. You may be forced to swerve into the traffic lane in order to avoid hitting the rear end of the car. Lastly, we have all approached an intersection only to have drivers turn right onto the road we are traveling. This is fine if there is enough time, but often the driver ignores us and does not give opportunity to pass before he enters the lane. You wouldn’t do this if it were a car approaching. Treat us, again, as if we are genuine vehicles. We all have a right to the
you are in stress response mode. • Take a step back and lower it a notch. • Repeat as necessary. Once you free your mind and begin to modify your stress response other functions will begin to improve. Free your mind and your guts will follow. Free your guts and your bowels will follow. Seek to become one (or perhaps two) with regularity. Studies have shown that a leading cause of death in this country is the tragic irony of H.O.D. or Health Obsessive Disorder. People become so obsessed with attaining optimum health that the stress of the undertaking (pun intended) literally kills them. Of course if these same people were told to stop stressing out, enjoy life, relax, maybe even meditate, they would likely stress out about that as well. For some there is, sadly, no easy answer. For now the best we can do is to try to increase awareness and the mind-body connection, work on formulating our own unique, personal equation and modify stress response. Plants can be our guides and our teachers as we learn to be our own healers. One question (in an ever growing inventory of questions) that continues to puzzle me however, is that while humans have used plants as medicine from the beginning of our time on this earth and animals have also been observed using plants as medicine – what do plants take? Ron Levy has lived in New Mexico for over 40 years and continues to study its natural treasures. He can be contacted at levrat@earthlink.net.
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continued from page 28 roads. We also have a responsibility to be as courteous as we can in order to minimize risk and danger to everyone on those roads. Be safe out there! Fr. Gabriel Rochelle is pastor of St Anthony of the Desert Orthodox Mission, Las Cruces, an avid cyclist and secretary for Velo Cruces, our local advocacy committee. The church web site is http:// stanthonylc.org. Velo Cruces web site is: www. velocruces.org.
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ed or Green? is Desert Exposure’s guide to dining in southwest New Mexico. The listings here—a sampling of our complete and recently completely updated guide online at www.desertexposure.com—include some of our favorites and restaurants we’ve recently reviewed. We emphasize non-national-chain restaurants with sit-down, table service . With each listing, we include a brief categorization of the type of cuisine plus what meals are served: B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner. Unless otherwise noted, restaurants are open seven days a week. Call for exact hours, which change frequently. All phone numbers are area code 575 except as specified. We also note with a star (*) restaurants where you can pick up copies of Desert Exposure. If we’ve recently reviewed a restaurant, you’ll find a brief capsule of our re-
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Silver City 1ZERO6, 106 N. Texas St., 575-3134418. Pacific Rim, South East Asian, Oaxacan and Italian: Friday to Sunday D, by reservation only. ADOBE SPRINGS CAFÉ, 1617 Silver Heights Blvd., 538-3665. Breakfast items, burgers, sandwiches: Sunday B L, all week B L D.* CAFÉ OSO AZUL AT BEAR MOUNTAIN LODGE, 60 Bear Mountain Ranch Road, 538-2538. B L, special D by reservation only.* CHINESE PALACE, 1010 Highway 180E, 538-9300. “All the food is cooked to order. This means that not only does every dish arrive at the table freshly cooked and steaming, but also that you can tailor any dish to suit your taste.” (October 2012) Chinese: Monday to Friday L D. COURTYARD CAFÉ, Gila Regional Medical Center, 538-4094. American: B L, with special brunch Sundays.* CURIOUS KUMQUAT, 111 E. College Ave., 534-0337. Contemporary: Monday L, Tuesday to Saturday L D.* DIANE’S RESTAURANT, 510 N. Bullard St., 538-8722. “Always evolving, always interesting, Diane’s has it all.” (Sept. 2013) Fine dining (D), steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches (L), salads: Tuesday to Saturday L D, Sunday D only (familystyle), weekend brunch. DIANE’S BAKERY & DELI, The Hub, Suite A, Bullard St., 534-9229. “Always evolving, always interesting, Diane’s has it all.” (Sept. 2013) Artisan breads, pastries, sandwiches, deli: Monday to Saturday B L early D, Sunday L.* DON JUAN’S BURRITOS, 418 Silver Heights Blvd., 538-5440. Mexican: B L. DRIFTER PANCAKE HOUSE, 711 Silver Heights Blvd., 538-2916. Breakfast, American: B L, breakfast served throughout. EL GALLO PINTO, 901 N. Hudson St., 597-4559. “Breakfast dishes are served all day, along with all the other traditional Mexican favorites like burritos (with a long list of filling options)… plus a vertical grill cooks sizzling chicken and carne al pastor.” (October 2013) Mexican: Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday B L Thursday to Saturday B L D. FORREST’S PIZZA, 601 N. Bullard St. Unit J. 388-1225. Tuesday to Friday L D, Slices only at lunch time. FRY HOUSE, 601 N. Bullard St. Suite C. 388-1964. GIL-A BEANS, 1304 N. Bennett St. Coffeeshop.* GOLDEN STAR, 1602 Silver Heights Blvd., 388-2323. Chinese: L D. GRANDMA’S CAFÉ, 900 Silver Heights Blvd., 388-2627. American, Mexican: B L.* TOPAS TREE, 601 N. Bullard St. in The Hub, Wednesday to Sunday L, Fridays L D. GRINDER MILL, 403 W. College Ave., 538-3366. Mexican: B L D.* HEALTHY EATS, 303 E. 13th St., 5349404. Sandwiches, burritos, salads,
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smoothies: L. JALISCO CAFÉ, 100 S. Bullard St., 388-2060. “Four generations of the Mesa family who have been involved in a restaurant that remains family-friendly.” (June 2014) Mexican: Monday to Saturday L D. JAVALINA COFFEE HOUSE, 117 Market St., 388-1350. Coffeehouse.* JUMPING CACTUS, 503 N. Bullard St. Coffeeshop, baked goods, sandwiches, wraps: B L.* KOUNTRY KITCHEN, 1700 Mountain View Road, 388-4512. “Since 1978, Kountry Kitchen has been serving up Mexican food that is considered to be some of the best that can be found in the area. All the dishes are tasty, unpretentious, attractively presented and reasonably priced.” (February 2013) Mexican: Tuesday to Saturday B L D.* LA COCINA RESTAURANT, 201 W. College Ave., 388-8687. Mexican: L D. LA FAMILIA, 503 N. Hudson St., 3884600. Mexican: Tuesday to Sunday B L D.* LA MEXICANA, Hwy. 180E and Memory Lane, 534-0142. “Carrying on the legacy of unpretentious but tasty and authentic Mexican food established many years ago at the family’s restaurant in Chihuahua.” (April 2013) Mexican and American: B L. LION’S DEN, 208 W. Yankie, 654-0353. Coffee shop. LITTLE TOAD CREEK BREWERY & DISTILLERY, 200 N. Bullard St., 9566144. “The menu offers what they call ‘pub food’—but always with a bit of a twist.” (March 2014) Burgers, wings, salads, fish, pasta, craft beers and cocktails: Wednesday to Monday L D. * MARKET CAFÉ, 614 Bullard St., 9566487. Organic and vegetarian deli food. Wednesday to Monday (closed Tuesday) B L. MEXICO VIEJO, Hwy. 90 and Broadway. “A remarkably extensive menu for a small roadside food vending stand, and the dishes are not what one normally finds in other Mexican restaurants.” (July 2013) Mexican food stand: Monday to Saturday B L early D. MI CASITA, 2340 Bosworth Dr., 5385533. New Mexican cuisine: Monday to Thursday L, Friday L D. MILLIE’S BAKE HOUSE, 602 N. Bullard St., 597-2253. “The food is oven-fresh and innovative.” (November 2012) Soup, salads, sandwiches, baked goods: Tuesday to Saturday. * NANCY’S SILVER CAFÉ, 514 N. Bullard St., 388-3480. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D. THE PARLOR AT DIANE’S, 510 N. Bullard St., 538-8722. “Always evolving, always interesting, Diane’s has it all.” (Sept. 2013) Burgers, sandwiches, homemade pizzas, paninis: Tuesday to Sunday L D. PRETTY SWEET EMPORIUM, 312 N. Bullard St., 388-8600. Dessert, ice cream: Monday to Saturday.* Q’S SOUTHERN BISTRO AND BREWERY, 101 E. College Ave., 534-
4401. “Q’s Southern Bistro has found its niche and honed its ‘elevated pub’ menu to excellence to serve its fun-loving, casual dining crowd.” (October 2010) American, steaks, barbecue, brewpub: Monday to Saturday L D. SILVER BOWLING CENTER CAFÉ, 2020 Memory Lane, 538-3612. American, Mexican, hamburgers: L D.* SUNRISE ESPRESSO, 1530 N. Hudson, 388-2027. Coffee shop: Monday to Saturday B L, early D. SUNRISE ESPRESSO, 1212 E. 32nd St., 534-9565. Coffee shop, bakery: Monday to Friday B L, early D, Saturday B L only.* TERRY’S ORIGINAL BARBEQUE, Hwy. 180 and Ranch Club Road. Barbeque to go: L D. TRE ROSAT CAFÉ, 304 N. Bullard St., 654-4919. “The menu ranges from humbler (but not humdrum) fare like burgers, pizzas (at lunch and happy hour) and pastas to seasonal specials like duck confit, rabbit blanquette and Elk osso buco.” (August 2012) International eclectic: Monday to Saturday L, D.* VICKI’S EATERY, 315 N. Texas, 3885430. American: Monday to Friday L, Saturday B L, Sunday B L (to 2 p.m.). * WRANGLER’S BAR & GRILL, 2005 Hwy. 180E, 538-4387. Steak, burgers, appetizers, salads: L D.* YANKIE CREEK COFFEE HOUSE, 112 W. Yankie St. Coffee shop, coffee, homemade pastries and ice cream, fresh fruit smoothies.* Bayard FIDENCIO’S TACO SHOP, 1108 Tom Foy Blvd. Mexican: B L D. LITTLE NISHA’S, 1101 Tom Foy Blvd., 537-3526. Mexican: Wednesday to Sunday B L D. LOS COMPAS, 1203 Tom Foy Blvd, 654-4109. Sonoran-style Mexican, hot dogs, portas, menudo: L D. M & A BAYARD CAFÉ, 1101 N. Central Ave., 537-2251. “A down-to-earth, friendly, unpretentious place—kind of a cross between a Mexican cantina and a 1950s home-style diner, serving tasty, no-frills Mexican and American food at reasonable prices.” (October 2011) Mexican and American: Monday to Friday B L D. SPANISH CAFÉ, 106 Central Ave., 5372640. Mexican, tamales and menudo (takeout only): B. SUGAR SHACK, 1102 Tom Foy Blvd., 537-0500. Mexican: Sunday to Friday B L. Cliff D’S CAFÉ, 8409 Hwy 180. Breakfast dishes, burritos, burgers, weekend smoked meats and ribs: Thursday to Sunday B L. PARKEY’S, 8414 Hwy. 180W, 535-4000. Coffee shop: Monday to Saturday. Lake Roberts LITTLE TOAD CREEK INN & TAVERN, 1122 Hwy. 35, 536-9649. “‘Rustic gourmet’… designed to appeal to the eyes as well as the taste buds. And this is true of the items on the brunch menu,
as well as those on the very different dinner menu.” (June 2012). Steaks, sandwiches, American: Thursday to Friday D, Saturday and Sunday brunch and D. Tavern with soups, sandwiches, Scotch eggs: Daily L D. SPIRIT CANYON LODGE & CAFÉ, 684 Hwy. 35, 536-9459. “For the German sampler, café customers can choose two meat options from a revolving selection that may include on any given day three or four of the following: bratwurst, roast pork, schnitzel (a thin breaded and fried pork chop), sauerbraten (marinated roast of beef), stuffed cabbage leaves, or roladen (rolled beef with a sausage and onion filling).” (July 2011) German specialties, American lunch and dinner entrées: Saturday D. Mimbres ELK X-ING CAFÉ, (352) 212-0448. Home-style meals, sandwiches and desserts: B L. MIMBRES VALLEY CAFÉ, 2964 Hwy. 35, 536-2857. Mexican, American, burgers: Monday and Tuesday B L, Wednesday to Sunday B L D, with Japanese tempura Wednesday D. RESTAURANT DEL SOL, 2676 Hwy. 35, San Lorenzo. “Popular and unpretentious food, powered by a huge solar system.” (April 2014) Breakfasts, burgers, sandwiches, Mexican: Daily B L early D. 3 QUESTIONS COFFEE HOUSE, Hwy. 35, 536-3267. “Consistently good food based on the success of the family’s Living Harvest Bakery.” (December 2013) Buffet: Tuesday to Saturday B. Pinos Altos BUCKHORN SALOON AND OPERA HOUSE, Main Street, 538-9911. Steakhouse, pasta, burgers: Monday to Saturday D.
D.* BRAVO’S CAFÉ, 3205 S. Main St., 5268604. Mexican: Tuesday to Sunday B L. BURGER NOOK, 1204 E. Madrid Ave., 523-9806. Outstanding greenchile cheeseburgers. Note: Good food takes time: Tuesday to Saturday L D. BURRITOS VICTORIA, 1295 El Paseo Road, 541-5534. Burritos: B L D. Now serving beer. Café Agogo, 1120 Commerce Dr., Suite A, 636-4580. Asian, American, sandwich, salad, rice bowl: Monday to Saturday L D. CAFÉ DE MESILLA EN LA PLAZA, 2051 Calle de Santiago, 652-3019. Coffeehouse, deli, pastries, soups, sandwiches: B L early D. CARILLO’S CAFÉ, 330 S. Church, 523-9913. Don’t miss the chicken taco special on Thursday. Mexican, American: Monday to Saturday L D. CATTLEMAN’S STEAKHOUSE, 2375 Bataan Memorial Hwy., 382-9051. Steakhouse: D. CHA CHI’S RESTAURANT, 2460 S. Locust St #A, 522-7322. Mexican: B L D. CHILITOS, 2405 S. Valley Dr., 526-4184. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D. CHILITOS, 3850 Foothills Rd. Ste. 10, 532-0141. Mexican: B L D. CHINA EXPRESS, 2443 N. Main St., 525-9411. Chinese, Vietnamese: L D. GIROS MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 160 W. Picacho Ave., 541-0341. Mexican: B L D. CRAVINGS CAFÉ, 3115 N. Main St., 323-3353. Burgers, sandwiches, wraps, egg dishes, salads: B L. DAY’S HAMBURGERS, WATER & Las Cruces St., 523-8665. Burgers: Monday to Saturday L D. PECAN GRILL & BREWERY, 500 S. Telshor Blvd., 521-1099. “The restaurant uses local produce whenever possible, including the pecan wood pellets used in the smoking and grilling. A lot of the foods and drinks are infused with pecans, and also with green chiles from Hatch, processed on site. They even serve green chile vodka and green chile beer.” (February 2010) Pecan-smoked meats, sandwiches, steaks, seafood, craft beers: L D. DELICIAS DEL MAR, 1401 El Paseo, 524-2396. Mexican, seafood: B L D. DG’S UNIVERSITY DELI, 1305 E. University Ave., 522-8409. Deli: B L D. DICK’S CAFÉ, 2305 S. Valley Dr., 5241360. Mexican, burgers: Sunday B L, Monday to Saturday B L D. DION’S PIZZA, 3950 E. Lohman, 5213434. Pizza: L D. DOUBLE EAGLE, 2355 Calle De Guadalupe, 523-6700. “All the steaks are aged on the premises in the restaurant’s own dedicated beef aging room … An array of award-winning margaritas and deliciously decadent desserts.” (March 2012) Southwestern, steaks, seafood: L D, Sun. champagne brunch buffet. * DUBLIN STREET PUB, 1745 E. University Ave., 522-0932. Irish, American: L D. EL PATRON CAFÉ, 1103 S. Solano Dr. Mexican: Tuesday and Thursday,
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Las Cruces & Mesilla ABRAHAM’S BANK TOWER RESTAURANT, 500 S. Main St. #434, 523-5911. Sometimes they even have RC Cola! American: Monday to Friday B L. A DONG, 504 E. Amador Ave., 5279248. Vietnamese: L D. ANDELE’S DOG HOUSE, 2184 Avenida de Mesilla, 526-1271. Mexican plus hot dogs, burgers, quesadillas: B L D. ANDELE RESTAURANTE, 1950 Calle del Norte, 526-9631. Mexican: Monday B L, Tuesday to Sunday B L D. ANTONIO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA, 5195 Bataan Memorial West, 373-0222. Pizza, Italian, Mexican: Tuesday to Sunday L D. AQUA REEF, 900-B S. Telshor, 5227333. Asian, sushi: D. THE BEAN, 2011 Avenida de Mesilla, 523-0560. Coffeehouse. A BITE OF BELGIUM, 741 N. Alameda St., 527-2483. Belgian food: Monday to Friday B L. BOBA CAFÉ, 1900 S. Espina, Ste. 8, 647-5900. Sandwiches, salads, casual fare, espresso: Monday to Saturday L
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kitchen. Connoley is self-taught. He believes that he should do what he knows and what he loves but since eating is not a profession, he is doing the next best thing by cooking professionally. He did his undergraduate work at Loyola University in New Orleans, earning a degree in marketing. Attending a university in a city that is famous for numerous culinary delights, Connoley developed a taste for Cajun cooking. He had grown up eating fish sticks, corn dogs, and pop tarts but soon learned that there is more to life than pre-packaged foods. He has developed recipes that include foraged and locally grown ingredients. He loves to experiment with food preparation and he is a perfectionist. His chocolates are so beautiful you don’t want to eat them. Connoley developed the following recipe for pop tarts. He experimented until he developed the taste and texture of a pop tart that does not include the preservatives found in pre-packaged pop tarts.
BROWN SUGAR CINNAMON POP-TARTS Makes 8 regular sized pop-tarts
Crust Ingredients 13 oz. butter, unsalted at room temperature 1/3 C & 1 Tbsp. milk 1 egg yolk 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp salt 3 ½ C flour In a bowl whisk the sugar, salt and flour. In a mixer or on the kitchen counter combine all of the ingredients until they come together – no flour left dry. Use the heel of your hand to knead the dough for 30 seconds (smear the dough to remove any lumps.) Cut the dough in half. Place parchment paper or waxed paper on a baking sheet and roll out half of the dough until it is 1/8” thick, trying to keep it square. Repeat with the second half of the dough. Cut each sheet into pop-tart shapes and chill both sheets for 10 minutes. Filling Ingredients 1 egg white ¾ C powdered sugar ¼ C almonds
¼ C brown sugar 1 Tbsp. cinnamon Combine all ingredients in a food processor and grind until smooth. Assembly Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each of the pop-tart bottoms. Dip your finger in water and run it around the edge of the pop-tart. Press the top dough over the bottom and seal the edges. Chill pop-tarts for a few minutes. Preheat the oven to 350º. Bake for 18 minutes. Put a cup of powdered sugar in a bowl and add just enough milk to make is spreadable. Once pop-tarts are cooled, spread the frosting on top. For Cherry filling ½ C dried cherries ½ C almonds 1 egg white ¼ C powdered sugar
DESERT EXPOSURE Sunday B L, Friday and Saturday B L early D. EL SOMBRERO PATIO CAFĂ&#x2030;, 363 S. Espina St., 524-9911. Mexican: L D. EMILIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 2290 Calle de Parian, 652-3007. Burgers, Mexican, soup, sandwiches, pastry, juices, smoothies: L D. ENRIQUEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 830 W. Picacho, 647-0240. Mexican: B L D. FARLEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 3499 Foothills Rd., 5220466. Pizza, burgers, American, Mexican: L D. FIDENCIOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 800 S. Telshor, 532-5624. Mexican: B L D. FOOD FOR THOUGHT, 920 N. Alameda Ave., 635-7857. Health food, soup, sandwiches, juices, smoothies: Monday to Friday B L, early D. Saturday B L. FORK IN THE ROAD, 202 N. Motel Blvd., 527-7400. Buffet: B L D 24 hrs. THE GAME BAR & GRILL, 2605 S. Espina, 524-GAME. Sports bar and grill: L D. GARDUĂ&#x2018;Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 705 S. Telshor (Hotel Encanto), 522-4300. Mexican: B L D. GO BURGER DRIVE-IN, 1008 E. Lohman, 524-9251. Burgers, Mexican: Monday to Friday B L. GOLDEN STAR CHINESE FAST FOOD, 1420 El Paseo, 523-2828. Chinese: L D. GRANDYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COUNTRY COOKING, 1345 El Paseo Rd., 526-4803. American: B L D. HABANEROâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 600 E. Amador Ave., 524-1829. Fresh Mexican, Because good food shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be bad for you: B L D. HIGH DESERT BREWING COMPANY, 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752. Lifechanging nachos and more. Brew pub: L D.* INTERNATIONAL DELIGHTS, 1245 El Paseo Rd., 647-5956. Greek and International: B L D. J.C. TORTAS, 1196 W. Picacho Ave., 647-1408. Mexican: L D. JOSE MURPHYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 1201 E. Amador (inside Ten Pin Alley), 541-4064. Mexican, American: L D. JOSEFINAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OLD GATE CAFĂ&#x2030;, 2261 Calle de Guadalupe, 525-2620. Pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches: Monday to Thursday L, Friday to Sunday B L. KATANA TEPPANYAKI GRILL, 1001 E. University Ave., 522-0526. Meals created before your very eyes. Japanese: Monday to Friday L D, Saturday D. KEVA JUICE, 1001 E. University, 5224133. Smoothies, frozen yogurt: B L D. LA COCINA, 204 E. Conway Ave., 5243909. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L. LA GUADALUPANA, 930 El Paseo Road. 523-5954. Mexican: Tuesday to Saturday B L D. Sunday B L. LA MEXICANA TORTILLERIA, 1300 N. Solano Dr, 541-9617. Mexican: L D. LA NUEVA CASITA CAFĂ&#x2030;, 195 N. Mesquite, 523-5434. The Tacos Estrella are the bomb. Mexican and American: B L. LA POSTA RESTAURANT DE MESILLA, 2410 Calle De San Albino, 524-3524. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A restaurant with history hard-wired into the fiber of its being. Through building, menu and ownership, its roots extend all the way back to the 1840s.â&#x20AC;? (September 2011) Mexican, steakhouse: L D, Saturday, Sunday and holidays also B. LAS TRANCAS, 1008 S. Solano Dr., 524-1430. Mexican, steaks, burgers, fried chicken: L D, Saturday and Sunday also B. LE RENDEZ-VOUS CAFĂ&#x2030;, 2701 W. Picacho Ave. #1, 527-0098. French pastry, deli, sandwiches: Monday to Saturday B L. LET THEM EAT CAKE, 141 N. Roadrunner Parkway, 649-8965. Cupcakes: Tuesday to Saturday LORENZOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAN AM, 1753 E. University Ave., 521-3505. Italian, pizza: L D. LOS COMPAS CAFĂ&#x2030;, 6335 Bataan Memorial W., 382-2025. Mexican: B L D. LOS COMPAS CAFĂ&#x2030;, 603 S. Nevarez St., 523-1778. Mexican: B L D.
MARCH 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ 35 LOS COMPAS, 1120 Commerce Dr., 521-6228. Mexican: B L D.* LOS MARIACHIS, 754 N. Motel Blvd., 523-7058. Mexican: B L D. MESILLA VALLEY KITCHEN, 2001 E. Lohman Ave. #103, 523-9311. American, Mexican: B L.* MESON DE MESILLA, 1803 Avenida de Mesilla, 652-4953. Steaks, barbecue, seafood, sandwiches, salads, pasta: L D. METROPOLITAN DELI, 1001 University Ave., 522-3354. Sandwiches: L D. MIGUELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 1140 E. Amador Ave., 6474262. Mexican: B L D. MI PUEBLITO, 1355 E. Idaho Ave., 524-3009. Some of the hottest salsa in town. Mexican: Monday to Friday B L D, Saturday and Sunday B L. MILAGRO COFFEE Y ESPRESSO, 1733 E. University Ave., 532-1042. Go for the Kenya coffee, stay for the green chile bagels. Coffeehouse: B L D.* MIX PACIFIC RIM CUISINE AND MIX EXPRESS, 1001 E. University Ave. #D4, 532-2042. Asian, Pacific: Monday to Saturday L D. MOONGATE CAFĂ&#x2030;, 9395 Bataan Memorial, 382-5744. Can you say delicious fried egg sandwich? Coffee shop, Mexican, American: B L. MOUNTAIN VIEW MARKET KITCHEN, 1300 El Paseo Road, 523-0436. Sandwiches, bagels, wraps, salads and other healthy fare: Monday to Saturday: B L early D. * MY BROTHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PLACE, 334 S. Main St., 523-7681. Mexican: Monday to Saturday L D. NELLIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAFĂ&#x2030;, 1226 W. Hadley Ave., 524-9982. Mexican: Tuesday to Saturday B L. NOPALITO RESTAURANT, 2605 Missouri Ave., 522-0440. Mexican: L D. NOPALITO RESTAURANT, 310 S. Mesquite St., 524-0003. Mexican: Sunday to Tuesday, Thursday to Saturday. L D.* OLD TOWN RESTAURANT, 1155 S. Valley Dr., 523-4586. Mexican, American: B L.* ORIENTAL PALACE, 225 E. Idaho, 5264864. Chinese: L D. PAISANO CAFĂ&#x2030;, 1740 Calle de Mercado, 524-0211. Mexican: B L D.* PANCAKE ALLEY DINER, 2146 W. Picacho Ave., 647-4836. American: B L, early D. PEPEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 1405 W. Picacho, 541-0277. Mexican: B L D. PEPPERS CAFĂ&#x2030; ON THE PLAZA (in the Double Eagle Restaurant), 2355 Calle De Guadalupe, 523-6700. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Creative handling of traditional Southwestern dishesâ&#x20AC;Ś. (plus) such nonMexican entrĂŠes as Salmon Crepes and Beer Braised Beef Carbonnade.â&#x20AC;? (March 2012). Southwestern: L D. * PHO SAIGON, 1160 El Paseo Road, 652-4326. Vietnamese: L D. PICACHO PEAK BREWING CO., 3900 W. Picacho, 575-680-6394. PLAYERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GRILL, 3000 Champions Dr. (NMSU golf course clubhouse), 6462457. American: B L D. PULLAROâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, 901 W. Picacho Ave., 523-6801. Italian: L D. RANCHWAY BARBECUE, 604 N. Valley Dr., 523-7361. Barbecue, Mexican: Monday to Friday B L D, Saturday D. RASCOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BBQ, 125 S. Campo St., 5267926. Barbecued brisket, pulled pork, smoked sausage, ribs. RED BRICK PIZZA, 2808 N. Telshor Blvd., 521-7300. Pizzas, sandwiches, salads: L D. RENOOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S THAI RESTAURANT, 1445 W. Picacho Ave., 373-3000. Thai: Monday to Friday L D, Saturday D. ROBERTOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MEXICAN FOOD, 908 E. Amador Ave., 523-1851. Mexican: B L D.* ROSIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAFĂ&#x2030; DE MESILLA, 300 N. Main St., 526-1256. Breakfast, Mexican, burgers: Saturday to Thursday B L, Friday B L D. SAENZ GORDITAS, 1700 N. Solano Dr., 527-4212. Excellent, gorditas, of course, but also amazing chicken tacos. Mexican: Monday to Saturday L D.
SANTORINIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 1001 E. University Ave., 521-9270. â&#x20AC;&#x153;An eclectic blend of Greek and Mediterranean dishesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;gyros with different meats, such as lamb or chicken, hummus with pita, Greek saladsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;plus sampler plates and less-familiar items such as keftedes and pork shawarma. Vegetarian options are numerous.â&#x20AC;? (July 2010) Greek, Mediterranean: Monday to Saturday L D. SAVOY DE MESILLA, 1800-B Avenida de Mesilla, 527-2869. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you are adventurous with food and enjoy a fine-dining experience that is genuinely sophisticated, without pretension or snobbishness, you definitely need to check out Savoy de Mesilla. The added attraction is that you can do this without spending a weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salary on any of the mealsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all of which are entertainingly and delectably upscale.â&#x20AC;? (March 2013) American, Continental: B L D. THE SHED, 810 S. Valley Dr., 525-2636. American, pizza, Mexican, desserts: Wednesday to Sunday B L.* SI ITALIAN BISTRO, 523 E. Idaho, 523-1572. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The restaurant radiates homespun charm and the kind of quality that is neither snobbish nor flamboyant. The menu ranges from classic Italian entrĂŠes like Chicken Piccatta, Chicken Marsala, Frutti de Mare alla Provençal, and Chicken or Melanzane Parmesan to burgers, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and pastasâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all tweaked creatively in subtle and satisfying ways. Dessert offers an amazing variety of cakes, pies, cream puffs, brownies and cheesecakes.â&#x20AC;? (October 2014) Italian: Monday L, Tuesday to Saturday L D. SIMPLY TOASTED CAFĂ&#x2030;, 1702 El Paseo Road, 526-1920. Sandwiches, soups, salads: B L. SI SEĂ&#x2018;OR, 1551 E. Amador Ave., 5270817. Mexican: L D. SPANISH KITCHEN, 2960 N. Main St., 526-4275. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D. SPIRIT WINDS COFFEE BAR, 2260 S. Locust St., 521-1222. Sandwiches, coffee, bakery: B L D.* ST. CLAIR WINERY & BISTRO, 1720 Avenida de Mesilla, 524-0390. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A showcase for St. Clair winesâ&#x20AC;Ś rooted in the same attention to detail, insistence on quality and customer-friendly attitude as the winery.â&#x20AC;? (July 2012) Wine tasting, bistro: L D. SUNSET GRILL, 1274 Golf Club Road (Sonoma Ranch Golf Course clubhouse), 521-1826. American, Southwest, steak, burgers, seafood, pasta: B L D. TERIYAKI CHICKEN HOUSE, 805 El Paseo Rd., 541-1696. Japanese: Monday to Friday L D. THAI DELIGHT DE MESILLA, 2184 Avenida de Mesilla, 525-1900. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For the adventurous, there are traditional Thai curries, soups and appetizers to choose from, all of which can be ordered in the degree of heat that suits you.â&#x20AC;Ś The restaurant is clean, comfortable, casual in a classy sort of way, and totally unpretentious.â&#x20AC;? (January 2011) Thai, salads, sandwiches, seafood, steaks, German: L D.* TIFFANYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZA & GREEK AMERICAN CUISINE, 755 S. Telshor Blvd #G1, 532-5002. Pizza, Greek, deli: Tuesday to Saturday B L D.* VINTAGE WINES, 2461 Calle de Principal, 523-WINE. Wine and cigar bar, tapas: L D. WOK-N-WORLD, 5192 E. Boutz, 5260010. Chinese: Monday to Saturday L D. ZEFFIRO PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA, 136 N. Water St., 525-6757. Pizza, pasta, also sandwiches at adjoining Popular Artisan Bakery: Monday to Saturday L D. ZEFFIRO NEW YORK PIZZERIA, 101 E. University Ave., 525-6770. Pizza: L D. Anthony ERNESTOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MEXICAN FOOD, 200 Anthony Dr., 882-3641. Mexican: B L. LA COCINITA, 908 W. Main Dr., 5891468. Mexican: L. Chapparal EL BAYO STEAK HOUSE, 417 Chaparral Dr., 824-4749. Steakhouse:
Tuesday to Sunday B L D. TORTILLERIA SUSY, 661 Paloma Blanca Dr., 824-9377. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D, Sunday B L. DoĂąa Ana BIG MIKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAFĂ&#x2030;, Thorpe Road. Mexican, breakfasts, burgers: B L D. Santa Teresa BILLY CREWS, 1200 Country Club Road, 589-2071. Steak, seafood: L D.
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Deming ADOBE DELI, 3970 Lewis Flats Road SE, 546-0361. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lunch menu features traditional deli-style sandwiches... The dinner menu is much grander, though some sandwiches are available then, too. Dinner options include filet mignon, flat iron steak, T-bone, ribeye, New York strip, Porterhouse, barbequed pork ribs, Duck Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Orange, Alaska King Crab legs, broiled salmon steak, shrimp scampi, pork chops, osso buco, beef kabobs.â&#x20AC;? (March 2010) Bar, deli, steaks: L D.* BALBOA MOTEL & RESTAURANT, 708 W. Pine St., 546-6473. Mexican, American: Sunday to Friday L D. BELSHORE RESTAURANT, 1030 E. Pine St., 546-6289. Mexican, American: Tuesday to Sunday B L. CAMPOS RESTAURANT, 105 S. Silver, 546-0095. Mexican, American, Southwestern: L D.* CHINA RESTAURANT, 110 E. Pine St., 546-4146. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Refreshingly different from most of the Chinese restaurants you find these days in this country. Chef William Chu, who owns the restaurant and does the cooking, is committed to offering what he calls the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fresh and authentic flavors of Chinese food.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? (August 2014) Chinese: Tuesday to Sunday L D. EL CAMINO REAL, 900 W. Pine St., 546-7421. Mexican, American: B L D. ELISAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOUSE OF PIES AND RESTAURANT, 208 1/2 S. Silver Alley, 494-4639. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The southern-style fare is a savory prelude to 35 flavors of pie.â&#x20AC;? (April 2012) American, barbecue, sandwiches, pies: Monday to Saturday L D. * EL MIRADOR, 510 E. Pine St., 5447340. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D. â&#x20AC;&#x153;FORGHEDABOUDITâ&#x20AC;? pizza & wings, 115 N. Silver Ave., 275-3881. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Direct from New York City, Bob Yacone and his wife, Kim Duncan, have recreated an authentic-style New York pizza parlor.â&#x20AC;? (June 2013) Italian, pizza, wings: Monday to Saturday L D, Sunday D. GRAND MOTOR INN & LOUNGE, 1721 E. Pine, 546-2632. Mexican, steak, seafood: B L D. IRMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 123 S. Silver Ave., 544-4580. Mexican, American, seafood: B L D. LA FONDA, 601 E. Pine St., 546-0465.
Mexican: B L D.* LAS CAZUELAS, 108 N. Platinum Ave. (inside El Rey meat market), 544-8432. Steaks, seafood, Mexican: Tuesday to Saturday L D.* MANGO MADDIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, 722 E. Florida St., 546-3345. Salads, sandwiches, juice bar, coffee drinks. MANOLOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAFĂ&#x2030;, 120 N. Granite St., 546-0405. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The menu offers breakfast, lunch and dinner choices, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s difficult to convey the immense range of food options available. In every section of the menu, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a mixture of American-style â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;comfortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; food items and Southwest-style Mexican dishes which no doubt qualify as Hispanic â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;comfortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; food. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing particularly fancy about the food, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fresh and tasty. And the prices are reasonable.â&#x20AC;? (February 2012) Mexican, American: Monday to Saturday B L D, Sunday B L. PATIO CAFĂ&#x2030;, 1521 Columbus Road, 546-5990. Burgers, American: Monday to Saturday L D.* PRIME RIB GRILL (inside Holiday Inn), I-10 exit 85, 546-2661. Steak, seafood, Mexican: B D. RANCHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GRILL, 316 E. Cedar St., 546-8883. Steakhouse, burgers: L D.* SI SEĂ&#x2018;OR, 200 E. Pine St., 546-3938. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D, Sunday B L. SUNRISE KITCHEN, 1409 S. Columbus Road, 544-7795. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Good-quality comfort food. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing on the menu that is really exotic. But all the familiar dishes, both American and Mexican, are done well, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that care in preparation that lifts the food above the ordinary. This is not a freezer-to-fryer type of restaurant.â&#x20AC;? (September 2012) American, Mexican, breakfasts: Monday to Thursday B L, Friday B L D. TACOS MIRASOL, 323 E. Pine St., 5440646. Mexican: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday B L D, Tuesday B L. TOCAYOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 1601 E. Pine St., 567-1963. Mexican, dine in or take out: Monday to Saturday B L D, Sunday B L. Akela APACHE HOMELANDS RESTAURANT, I-10. Burgers, ribs, â&#x20AC;&#x153;casino-styleâ&#x20AC;? food: B L D.* Columbus IRMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S KITCHEN, B L D, Highway 11, 575-694-4026, Mexican food. LA CASITA, 309 Taft, 575-531-2371. B L D, Mexican food. PATIO CAFĂ&#x2030;, 23 Broadway, 531-2495. Burgers, American: B L.*
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FIDENCIO’S, 604 E. Motel Dr., 5428989. Mexican: B L early D. KRANBERRY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT, 1405 Main St., 5429400. Mexican, American: B L D. MAMA ROSA’S PIZZA, 1312 Main St., 542-8400. Pizza, subs, calzones, salads, chicken wings, cheeseburgers, shrimp baskets: L D. RAMONA’S CAFÉ, 904 E. Motel Dr., 542-3030. “Lordsburg’s quit Mexican food treasure offers some unusual takes on traditional recipes.” (December 2012) Mexican, American: Tuesday to Friday B L D, Sunday B mid-day D.
533-6369. Pizza: Monday to Saturday L D. Glenwood ALMA GRILL, Hwy. 180, 539-2233. Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, Mexican: Sunday to Wednesday, Friday to Saturday B L. GOLDEN GIRLS CAFÉ, Hwy. 180, 5392457. Breakfast: B. MARIO’S PIZZA, Hwy. 180, 539-2316. Italian: Monday to Saturday D. Other Catron County SNUFFY’S STEAKHOUSE AND SALOON, Quemado Lake, 773-4672. Steakhouse: D
PANTHER TRACKS CAFÉ, Hwy. 338, 548-2444. Burgers, Mexican, American: Monday to Friday B L D Rodeo RODEO STORE AND CAFÉ. 195 Hwy. 80, 557-2295. Coffee shop food: Monday to Saturday B L. RODEO TAVERN, 557-2229. Shrimp, fried chicken, steaks, burgers, seafood: Wednesday to Saturday D.
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Reserve ADOBE CAFÉ, Hwy. 12 & Hwy. 180, 533-6146. Deli, American, Mon. pizza, Sunday BBQ ribs: Sun.-Mon. B L D, Wed.-Fri. B L. BLACK GOLD, 98 Main St., 533-6538. Coffeehouse, pastries. CARMEN’S, 101 Main St., 533-6990. Mexican, American: B L D. ELLA’S CAFÉ, 533-6111. American: B L D. UNCLE BILL’S BAR, 230 N. Main St.,
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Held in the Gymnasium of Western New Mexico University Between College Ave & 12th St, below the Fine Arts Bldg - Look for Signs Gila Native Plant Society Native Plant Sale “Focus on Local Food Shed” Gardening Demos & Info: • Gardening in the desert • Non-toxic insect management • Enhancing soil microbes for health • Genetically engineered crops and your health • Community and school gardens • Mastergardeners • Permaculture • KIDS ACTIVITIES
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Arrey ARREY CAFÉ, Hwy 187 Arrey, 575-2674436, Mexican, American, Vegetarian, B L D. Chloride CHLORIDE BANK CAFÉ, 300, Wall Street, 575-743-0414, American, Thursday-Saturday L D, Sunday L. Elephant Butte BIG FOOD EXPRESS, 212 Warm Springs Blvd., 575-744-4896, American, Asian, Seafood, B L. CASA TACO, 704, Hwy 195, 575-7444859, American, Mexican, Vegetarian, L D. HODGES CORNER, 915 NM 195, American, Mexican, B L. IVORY TUSK TAVERN & RESTAURANT, 401 Hwy 195, 575-7445431, American, Mexican, Vegetarian, Seafood, Daily L D, Sunday Buffet. THE CLUB RESTAURANT, 101 Club House Drive, 575-744-7100, American, Seafood, L D. Hatch B & E BURRITOS, 303 Franklin, 575267-5191, Mexican, B L. PEPPER POT, 207 W Hall, 575-2673822, Mexican, B L. SPARKY’S, 115 Franklin, 575-267-4222, American, Mexican, Thursday-Sunday L D. VALLEY CAFÉ, 335 W. Hall St. 575-2674798, Mexican, American, B L. Hillsboro HILLSBORO GENERAL STORE, 10697 Hwy 152, American, Southwestern, Vegetarian, Friday-Wednesday B L. BARBER SHOP CAFÉ, Main Street, 575-895-5283, American, Mediterranean, sandwiches, Monday-Saturday L. Truth or Consequences A & B DRIVE-IN, 211 Broadway, 575-894-9294, Mexican, American, Vegetarian, B L D. BAR-B-QUE ON BROADWAY, 308 Broadway, 575-894-7047, American, Mexican, B L. BRAZEN FOX, 313 North Broadway, 575-297-0070, Mexican, Vegetarian,
Wednesday-Sunday, L D. CAFÉ BELLA LUCA, 301 S. Jones, 575894-9866, Italian, American, Vegetarian, Seafood, D. CARMEN’S KITCHEN, 1806 S. Broadway, 575-894-0006, American, Mexican, Vegetarian, Monday-Friday B L D, Saturday, B L. EL FARO, 315 N. Broadway, 575-8942886, American, Mexican, Vegetarian, Monday-Friday B L D, Saturday, B L. GRAPEVINE BISTRO, 413 Broadway, 575-894-0404, American, Vegetarian, B L. JOHNNY B’S, 2260 N. Date Street, (575894-0147, American, Mexican, B L D. LA COCINA/HOT STUFF, 1 Lakeway Drive, 575-894-6499, American, Mexican, Vegetarian, L D. LATITUDE 33, 304 S. Pershing, 575740-7804, American, Vegetarian, Asian, L D. LOS ARCOS STEAK & LOBSTER, 1400 N. Date Street, 575-894-6200, American, Seafood, D. LOS FIDENCIOS, 1615 S. Broadway, 575-894-3737, Mexican, MondaySaturday B L D, Sunday, B L. MARIAS, 1990 S. Broadway, 575-8949047, American, Mexican, Vegetarian, Monday-Saturday B L D. PACIFIC GRILL, 800 N. Date St., 575894-7687, Italian, American, Vegetarian, Asian, Seafood, Tuesday-ThursdayFriday L D, Saturday D, Sunday L. PASSION PIE CAFÉ, 406 Main, 575894-0008, American, Vegetarian, B L. R & C SUMTHINS, 902 Date St. 575894-1040, American, Tuesday-Sunday L . STONE AGE CAFÉ & POINT BLANC WINERY, 165 E. Ninth St., (575)8942582, American, L D. SUNSET GRILL, 1301 N. Date, 575-8948904, American, Mexican, ThursdayMonday B L D. THE RESTAURANT AT SIERRA GRANDE LODGE, 501 McAdoo, 575894-6976, American, Seafood, B L D. TURTLEBACK OASIS MARKETPLACE, 520 Broadway, 575-894-0179, American, Vegetarian, Monday-Saturday B L. YOUR PLACE, 400 Date St., 575-7401544, American, Monday-Saturday L D, Sunday L. Williamsburg MEXICAN GRILL, Shell Gas Station 719 S. Broadway, 575-894-0713, Mexican, Monday-Saturday B L. Note—Restaurant hours and meals served vary by day of the week and change frequently; call ahead to make sure. Key to abbreviations: B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner.*=Find copies of Desert Exposure here. Send updates, additions and corrections to: editor@ desertexposure.com.
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IS IT LEGAL? • JONATHAN DIENER
Adverse Possession When your property is not your property
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ou have heard the saying “possession is nine-tenths of the law?” Well – not when the property is land and that land is in New Mexico. I was living in Placitas, New Mexico, north of Albuquerque in the 1980s. Placitas had been the home of some famous hippie communes in the 60s, most notably “Drop City” where the residents built dome homes from cartops. By the 80s, the communes were pretty much gone, but there was Tawapa. A few miles outside of Placitas proper, Tawapa consisted of about 20 acres of beautiful high desert terrain with a creek running through it. The people who lived there had no legal title to the property, but had built earthen hobbit-type houses, some of them underground or partially underground. There was Jesus (pronounced as Jesus is pronounced in English) Morrison, who was half Gypsy and half Jewish and actually looked very much like Jesus Christ. Jesus had recently gotten out of prison where he had been serving time for manslaughter. He had lived in Tawapa for most of the past 20 years. There was also Russ, his wife Jeannie, and their two kids who went to Placitas elementary school. There was one-armed Mike who made moonshine from potatoes and various other sundry characters living there, some for just a while and some for
years. There were two residents who had dug out of a hillside above the creek something like large rabbit warrens and lived in them. Tawapa was a place where people who did not take well to the nine-tofive workaday “straight” world could find some refuge. Then one day four lawyers showed up saying they owned Tawapa. They filed a lawsuit to get the “squatters” off and establish a “quiet title” to the property, meaning that a court would declare them as the rightful owners. The Tawapans asked me to represent them and so I did. They did a little landscaping and adobe work for me in trade, but it was one of those cases that you take because you want to, not to make a profit from. Does 20 years of possession give the possessors rights to land? The legal answer is called the law of “adverse possession” which differs somewhat from state to state. In some states, if you openly and notoriously possess land for seven years you acquire legal rights to it. In New Mexico, you must live on the land for 10 years, but you must also have paid taxes on it and have “color of title,” that is, some document which purports to convey the property to you, even if it turns out to be invalid. The Tawapans had not paid taxes nor did they have any good “color of title.” They tried to dig up some writing
someone had gotten from a deceased old-timer named Shorty, who had actually owned the land at one time, which gave them permission to live there. The lawyers had gotten their supposed rights to the property because Shorty had hired one of their firms to do a quiet title suit and allegedly never paid them. This seemed to me the height of inequity. Four well-off lawyers getting rights to the property that was probably worth more than $150,000 by doing a quiet title suit for Shorty who couldn´t afford their fees, fees which shouldn´t have been more than $5,000 or so. Meanwhile, my clients, who had lived there for 10 to 20 years, had truly loved the land, grown crops on it, built homes on it, raised kids on it and kept it in pristine condition, appeared to have no rights to it at all. I remembered a class in law school that explored the underlying principles of ownership: what exactly it means to own property. I remembered the idea of one legal thinker that one gains an ownership right in something when he invests a certain amount of his personhood into that property. Under that theory, the Tawapans had a lot more right to the property than the lawyers. I got busy in the law library. In those days you actually went to a library with real books with paper pages to research the law. I looked at numerous New Mexico cases on
the subject going back to when New Mexico was just a territory not a state. After days of research, I found a very old case which said, contrary to some later cases, that a person could assert the defense of “laches” against a person trying to quiet title to land you were also claiming. “Laches” is a potential defense to certain kinds of lawsuits where a defendant claims the person suing has slept on his rights, i.e. waited so long that it is inequitable to provide relief. One of the four lawyers representing himself and his three partners made an unsuccessful attempt to get a quick pretrial decision in their favor. Then they hired another lawyer who made a motion for summary judgment, that is, he asked for a judgment without a trial based on an undisputed set of facts and the applicable law. The hearing on that motion was a major showdown. The courtroom was packed with all the Tawapa residents and their friends and supporters, maybe 50 colorful, ragtag hippies. I had honed my argument, sharpening it like a knife. I actually practiced it in front of a mirror, something I never had done before. I knew that I was fighting an uphill battle and that my clients´ homes were at stake. It was a tense moment and the courtroom was hushed when I rose and made my argument to the judge. There were several legal principles and various facts that had to be inter-
woven and explained just right if we were going to prevail. To my surprise and delight, it all came pouring out of me with a clarity and eloquence that I had never before nor have since experienced in court. After I sat down and the judge was about to make his decision, you could hear a pin drop. The judge said simply, “You can go ahead with your laches defense,” meaning we would get a trial and could win if we had the facts for laches. The whole courtroom erupted with shouts of joy and people were literally dancing around. The judge attempted unsuccessfully to retain order. It was a great moment, but sadly it was short-lived. I won´t tell you the rest of the story, but the lawyers ended up with the property. When it comes to land in New Mexico, possession is only one tenth of the law. Jonathan Diener has lived in Pine Cienega (population 9) south of Mule Creek, New Mexico for 20 years. He has had a general practice law office in Silver City for most of that time, recently having come back from a four-year stay in Ecuador. He now enjoys practicing law more than he used to and also enjoys playing guitar and singing, farming, armchair travel and trying to answer life´s big questions. He can be reached at jonmdiener@gmail.com.
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What’s Going On in March TUESDAY, MARCH 1
Silver City/Grant County Open Technology Lab — 10 a.m.noon at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Info: 575-5383672. Las Cruces/Mesilla Rudy Wood at the Rio Grande Theatre — 6:30-7:30 p.m. at 211 N. Main St. Performing original acoustic numbers and billing himself as “New Mexico’s Favorite Texas Songwriter,” Wood brings Texas style country in the style of Robert Earl Keen, Towns Van Zandt, Guy Clark or Jerry Jeff Walker. Doors open at 6 p.m. Info: 575-523-6403. Ireland, a Travelogue — 7 p.m. presented by Paul Bosselait and Jim Rodgers will share his current portfolios for the Doña Ana Photography Club meeting at the SW Environmental Center, 275 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Everyone is welcome and the event is free. Info: www.daphotoclub.org.
the museum to read a story relating to one of the many exhibits in our museum, followed by a topic-related activity. No registration required and the event is free. Info: las-cruces.org/ museums or call 575-522-3120. Las Cruces International Film Festival Screenings — 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. at Film Screenings at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor. Info: www.lciffest.com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Workshop — 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor. “Doing Business with Show Business’ workshop: Do you have a business and want to support the film industry right here in Las Cruces?” Info: www.lciffest.com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Screening of “Machete” — One begins at 7 p.m. and one at
Usui Reiki l — 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Rock Center, 413 N. Bullard St. Cost is $99 and requires pre-registration. Info: 575-956-5200. Southwest New Mexico Audubon Society meeting — 7 p.m. in Harlan Hall, WNMU campus, 1000 W. College Ave. Guest speaker Myles Traphagen will talk about the endangered White-sided Jackrabbit that lives in the grasslands along the Mexico-New Mexico border. The meeting is free and open to the public. Info: 575-388-2386 or www. swnmaudubon.org. Silver City Library Concert Series “Hungrytown” — 6 p.m. at 515 W. College Ave. Hungrytown is the musical and married duo of Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson. Performances are free and open to the public. Space is limited and
Silver City/Grant County Film Auditioning Workshop I — 5 – 9 p.m. in the 3rd floor Seminar Room in the Student Memorial Building at Western New Mexico University, 1000 W. College Ave. Faith HibbsClark, casting director, CSA of Good Faith Casting, has over 16 years’ experience in Hollywood and around the U.S. Info: ronneesue@aol.com. Trivia Night at the Toad — 7 p.m. every Wednesday night at Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, 200 North Bullard St. Join quizmaster Josh White for bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes of gift certificates for $25 and $15. Bring yourself or a team. Info: silvercitytrivia@gmail.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 3
Silver City/Grant County Explora Family Science Event — 3-5 p.m. at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Info: 575-538-3672. Las Cruces/Mesilla Grandma Mona’s Science Story Time — 9 a.m. at the Las Cruces Museum of Nature and Science at 411 N. Main Street. For children 3 to 5 on the first Thursday of each month, Grandma Mona comes to
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Las Cruces/Mesilla Children’s story time at Tutti Bambini — 10:45 a.m. at 300 El Molino St. Parents can shop for children’s clothes at half price while the kids enjoy a story. Tutti Bambini is a non-profit resale shop that raises funds for at-risk children in the area. The program, which occurs every Wednedsay, is in collaboration with The Children’s Reading Foundation of Doña Ana County which provides free books for the children. Info: 5269752. Live music — 7-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-680-6394. Las Cruces International Film Festival Opening Night—7:30 p.m. at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor. Opening night film: “The Night is Young.” Info: www.lciffest. com.
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Faith Hibbs-Clark, a casting director, will be offering a film auditioning workshop in Silver City on March 2. (Courtesy Photo) 7:30 p.m. at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Ave. Actor Danny Trejo, star of the film, will attend the screening followed by a Q&A. Info: www.lciffest.com. The Big Band Dance CD dance — 8-10 p.m. at Alma de Artes School, 402 West Court St. Group dance lesson taught by John Guisto at 7-7:45 p.m. $8 for all on CD nights except $5 for students with student ID. Information: 526-6504. Las Cruces International Film Festival VIP Danny Trejo Reception — 9–11 p.m. at Hotel Encanto, 705 S. Telshor Blvd. Trejo will receive the “Outstanding Achievement in Entertainment” award. Info: www. lciffest.com. Truth or Consequences/Sierra County Sierra Twirlers Square Dance Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Mainstream dancing every Thursday evening. Cost is $3 per person; no charge to come and watch. Visitors always welcome. Info: 575-894-0083 or 575-313-9971.
FRIDAY, MARCH 4
Silver City/Grant County Popcorn Fridays — all day at 614 N. Bullard St. Free popcorn and food samples. Info: 575-388-2343.
seating is on a first come, first seated basis. Doors open 30 minutes before performance time. Info: 575-5383672. Las Cruces/Mesilla Las Cruces International Film Festival Film Screening — 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Film Screenings at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Ave. Info: http://www.lciffest.com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Screenwriter’s Workshop — 10 a.m.-noon at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Ave. Learn screenwriting fundamentals from experienced writers Mark Medoff, Alvaro Rodriguez, and Bill True Info: http://www.lciffest.com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Location Scout Tour — 12:30 – 4 p.m. Filmmaker Location Scout Filmmaker’s tour of Las Cruces. Info: http://www.lciffest.com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Panel and Q&A — 4- 5:30 p.m. at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Filmmakers Panel - Q&A on Independent filmmaking. Info: http://www.lciffest. com. 3-Dimensional Journey Opening Reception — 5-7 p.m. at Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main St. Cubiform paintings by Lois Duffy will be on display March 4-April 2. Info:
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Brown Bag Lunch: The Morenci Mine Strike Thursday, March 3, 12pm to 1pm in the Silver City Museum Annex. David Rose will present an informative talk on the Morenci, Arizona Copper Strike of 1983 & 1984. He will discuss the cause of the strike and how it all turned out. Mr. Rose is a former Park Ranger and Game Warden Leprechauns and Bunny Jars Saturday, March 12, 10:30 am to 12:00 noon at the Silver City Museum. Come make a cute leprechaun or a bunny jar to put Easter candy in or to use as a bank. This activity is free and open to “kids” of all ages. Current Exhibits at the Museum: Built to Change: The Evolving History of the Historic Ailman House Flood Season: How Silver City’s Main Street Became the Big Ditch The Ailman Family Parlor: An Interactive, Family Friendly Experience! FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT THE MUSEUM’S WEBSITE AT WWW.SILVERCITYMUSEUM.ORG OR CONTACT THE MUSEUM AT (575) 538-5921, INFO@SILVERCITYMUSEUM.ORG.
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Photographer Paul Bosselait will share “Ireland, a Travelogue,” March 1 at the Southwest Environmental Center in Las Cruces. (Courtesy Photo) 575-313-9631 or loisduggy@live. com. Beaux Peep Show — 8-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575680-6394. The Birthday Party — 8 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223. Ruidoso/Lincoln County Dr. Suess Day at Inn of the Mountain Gods — 9 .m. - 1 p.m. at the Inn of the Mountain Gods. Breakfast with green eggs and ham, jumping balloons, an obstacle course and reading circles. Info: innofthemountaingods.com/ events/dr-seuss-day/.
SATURDAY, MARCH 5
Silver City/Grant County Roots & Branches radio show — 8-10 a.m. every Saturday on gmcr. org or KURU 89.1 FM. Info: 575534-0298. Usui Reiki ll — 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Rock Center, 413 N. Bullard St. Cost is $250 and requires preregistration. $50 discount if Reiki l and ll are taken together. Info: 575956-5200.
Alamogordo/Otero County White Sands National Monument Tent Talks — 10-11 a.m. at the Interdune Boardwalk, at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Offered on weekends from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Info: 575-4796124 or email whsa_interpretation@ nps.gov. White Sands National Monument Skins and Skulls program — 3-3:30 p.m. on the Visitor Center Patio at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Join rangers for a 20-minute talk about these amazing animals. Rangers will have pelts, skulls, and other props to provide you an up-close look and feel of the elusive wildlife of White Sands. Info: 575-479-6124 or email whsa_ interpretation@nps.gov. The Kramers — 6 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1212 Washington. Info thekramersmusic. com. Truth or Consequences/Sierra County Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7-9 p.m. every Saturday at
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the New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Playhouse, 710 Elm Street T or C. Info: 575-744-9137. Rodeo/Hidalgo County Classical Guitar Dinner Concert with Eduardo Costa — A Chiricahua Gallery benefit in Rodeo. At the Rodeo Tavern. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Info: 520558-1098. Las Cruces/Mesilla 17th-Annual Cowboy Days at New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum — 9 a.m-5 p.m. at 4100 Dripping Springs Road. The Museum’s largest event of the year pays tribute to the state’s ranching traditions. Enjoy two full days of cowboy demonstrations, chuck wagon cooking, children’s activities, cowboy music, gunfight re-enactments, stagecoach and pony rides, and much more. Info: 575-522-4100. Las Cruces International Film Festival Film Screenings — 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Film Screenings at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Info: http://www.lciffest.com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Make Up and Special Effects Workshop — 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at NMSU’s Creative Media Theatre. Learn about movie makeup and special effects. Info: http:// www.lciffest.com. Jennie Curry Story Fest — 2-3 p.m. in the Roadrunner Room at Branigan Library, 200 E. Picacho. The public is invited to a fun, free program of stories and entertainment at the Jennie Curry Story Fest hosted by the Storytellers of Las Cruces in honor of their founder Jennie Curry. Refreshments will be served. Coupons for free books at COAS Book Store will be given to children who attend the event. Info: 575-526-8377. Las Cruces International Film Festival Car Casting — 2 – 4 p.m. at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Have a car you’d like to see in movies? Get a picture of your car for the Film New Mexico database. Info: http://www.lciffest. com. Las Cruces International Film Festival Comedy Workshop — 3-4:30 p.m. at the Mark and Stephanie Medoff Theatre, University and Espina Streets. Comedy Workshop presented by two time Emmy award winner Robert Wuhl. Info: http://www.
El Paso Red Sands Patrol for El Paso Children’s Hospital Star Wars event — 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. at the El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 E. Piasano Dr. A family-friendly fundraiser with video gaming stations, Star Wars themed board games, card games, and others, movie marathon, characters in costume, costume contest and door prizes to benefit El Paso Children’s Hospital. Info: 269-830-4331. TorC/Sierra County New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7 p.m. at the New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Live music provided by NMOTFA Fiddlers and Friends. Cost: $4 Info: 575-7449137.
SUNDAY, MARCH 6
Las Cruces/Mesilla 17th-Annual Cowboy Days at New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum — 9 a.m-5 p.m. at 4100 Dripping Springs Road. The Museum’s largest event of the year pays tribute to the state’s ranching traditions. Enjoy two full days of cowboy demonstrations,
chuck wagon cooking, children’s activities, cowboy music, gunfight re-enactments, stagecoach and pony rides, and much more. Info: 575-522-4100. Las Cruces International Film Festival Winners Screenings — 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at Allen Theatres Cineport 10, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Info: http://www.lciffest.com. The Birthday Party — 2:30 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223.
MONDAY, MARCH 7
Las Cruces/Mesilla Genealogy Course at DACC — online through Dona Ana Community College. Learn how to trace your family history. If you are new to genealogy and/or the internet, the instructor will patiently lead you through the internet one-on-one. Those who prefer a faster pace are able to do so, as this course is self-paced. Cost is $49 for the course which runs March 7 through April 6. Info: email commed@dacc.nmsu.edu or call 575-527-7527.
TUESDAY, MARCH 8
Las Cruces/Mesilla The Las Cruces Railroad Museum Brown Bag Lecture — noon at 351 N. Mesilla St. The museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Info: 575-6474480. Luke Bryant in concert—7:30 p.m. at NMSU’s Pan American Center. Joining Luke will be country-fan favorites Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch. Tickets are on sale at the Pan American Center Ticket Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, 800-7453000, and Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $39.75 and $74.75. Additional fees may apply. Please note that a six-ticket limit has been placed on purchases. Info: 6467696.
Texas singer-songwriter Jack Ingram appears at the Spencer Theatre in Alto March 12. (Courtesy Photo)
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p.m. at Christ Community Church, 2960 N. Scenic Drive. Info: 575-4374241.
Silver City/Grant County Technology workshop, email basics — 1-3 p.m. at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Info: 575-538-3672. Trivia Night at the Toad — 7 p.m. every Wednesday night at Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, 200 North Bullard St. Join quizmaster Josh White for bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes of gift certificates for $25 and $15. Info: silvercitytrivia@gmail.com. Las Cruces/Mesilla Children’s story time at Tutti Bambini — 10:45 a.m. at 300 El Molino St. Parents can shop for children’s clothes at half price while the kids enjoy a story. Tutti Bambini is a non-profit resale shop that raises funds for at-risk children in the area. The program, which occurs every Wednesday, is in collaboration with The Children’s Reading Foundation of Doña Ana County which provides free books for the children. Info: 526-9752. Live music — 7-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-680-6394. Alamogordo/Otero County Wine Down Wednesday — 5:308 p.m. at Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wines, 7288 Highway 54/70 between Alamogordo and Tularosa. Live music with Selmo Rael performing classic rock and country. Info: 575-434-0035.
THURSDAY, MARCH 10
Silver City/Grant County Community Forum, New Mexico Organic Farming Conference Round-up — noon-1 p.m. at 614 N. Bullard St. Info: 575-388-2343. Wildworks — 3-5 p.m. space for youth to hang out, experiment, create and more. Ages 10 and up at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Info: 575-538-3672. Truth or Consequences/Sierra County Sierra Twirlers Square Dance Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Mainstream dancing every Thursday evening. Cost is $3 per person; no charge to come and watch. Visitors always welcome. Info: 575-894-0083 or 575-313-9971. Las Cruces/Mesilla New Mexico Women’s History & Historical Markers — 7 p.m. at
SATURDAY, MARCH 12
The Women of Ireland stepdance across the stage at the Spencer Theatre in Alto March 19. (Courtesy Photo) 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Authors Rosanne Roberts Archuletta and Phil Archuletta will discuss their book, “Women Marked for Hisotry. Info: 575-522-4100.
FRIDAY, MARCH 11
Las Cruces/Mesilla CPR with Heartsaver First Aid — 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Doña Ana Community College Community Education and Customized Training, 2345 E. Nevada. Learn when CPR is needed, how to give CPR to an adult, child, and infant, and how to use an AED. A two-year certification from the American Heart Association will be awarded for the course. Cost is $50. Info: 575-527-7776 or ctp@nmsu. edu. Coloring Club for adults at the Las Cruces Railroad Museum — 10 a.m. – noon at 351 N. Mesilla St. Countless people are discovering that this is a fun way to recapture one of the joys of childhood in a safe and relaxing environment. Enjoy the companionship of other women who want to release their inner artist. Gentlemen are welcome but no children, please. Info: http:// las-cruces.org/museums or call 575647-4480. The Birthday Party — 8 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223. Alamogordo/Otero County Sons of the Pioneers feat — 7-9 p.m. the Flickinger Center, 1110 New York Ave. Info: 575-437-2202. Tenth Avenue North on the “All The Earth is Holy Ground” Tour — 7
Silver City/Grant County Roots & Branches radio show — 8-10 a.m. every Saturday on gmcr. org or KURU 89.1 FM. Info: 575-5340298. High Desert Gun Show — 9 a.m.5 p.m. at Santa Clara Armory, 2 blocks west of Ft. Bayard access road, Highway 180 East. Admission: $4 adults; under 12 free with adult admission; military/law enforcement in uniform free. Info: 575-313-6277. Artisan Market — 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 614 N. Bullard St. Info: 575-3882343. 2016 Archangels 7 day Iconography Workshop begins — 9 a.m.-4 p.m. every day for seven days at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 15 Texas St. Total fee is $340. Scholarships are available. Info 727-459-7809. Love Your Library Day — 10 a.m.1 p.m. at the Silver City Library, activities, games, prizes, music, food, and of course books. At least 200 people will come through the doors. Info: Director@literacylinkleamos.org, www.literacylinkleamos.org or 575388-0892. Friends of the Silver City Library Spring Book Sale — 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1510 Market Street. Money raises funds for books, concerts and reading programs. Info: folsilvercitynm@gmail.com. Las Cruces/Mesilla Mesilla Valley Stamp Club Show — 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 E. University Ave. Info: 575-202-1937. Crafts for Kids — 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Children are invited to the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum to create their own St. Patrick’s Day craft to take home. Info: 575-522-4100. The Birthday Party — 8 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223. Columbus/Deming/Luna County 100th anniversary of Pancho Villa’s Attack — 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in downtown Columbus. 17th Binacional Cabalgata (Trail Remembrance Ride) and Raid Day Centennial commemoration, a once-in-alifetime event. Info: 575-343-0147;
575-494-1912 or 575-494-0009 or columbuschamberofcommerce@ yahoo.com. Pancho Villa State Park “Camp Furlong” Days — all day at the State Park, Corner of Highway 9 and 11, Columbus. The Columbus Chamber of Commerce will post information as the event unfolds. Info: 575-343-0147; 575494-1912 or 575-494-0009 or columbuschamberofcommerce@ yahoo.com. Alaska String Band — 2 p.m. at Morgan Hall, 109 E Pine in Deming playing American-roots music. Info: 575-548-8872.
Alamogordo/Otero County White Sands National Monument Tent Talks — 10-11 a.m. at the Interdune Boardwalk, at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Offered on weekends from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Info: 575-479-6124 or email whsa_interpretation@nps. gov. White Sands National Monument Skins and Skulls program — 3-3:30 p.m. on the Visitor Center Patio at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Rangers will have pelts, skulls, and
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other props to provide an up-close look and feel of the elusive wildlife of White Sands. Info: 575-479-6124 or email whsa_interpretation@nps.gov. Alto/Lincoln County Jack Ingram in concert — 7 p.m. at the Spencer Theatre, 108 Spencer Rd. Airport Highway 220. This Texas singer-songwriter shares his hit country ballads like “Barefoot & Crazy,” “Barbie Doll,” “Free” and “Measure of a Man.” Ingram is joined by his three-man-band. Pre-show fried chicken buffet in lobby ($20) at 5 p.m. Tickets: $32-$49. Info: www. spencertheater.com. TorC/Sierra County New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7 p.m. at the New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Live music provided by NMOTFA Fiddlers and Friends. Cost: $4 Info: 575-7449137.
SUNDAY, MARCH 13
Silver City/Mesilla High Desert Gun Show — 9 a.m.3 p.m. at Santa Clara Armory, 2 blocks west of Ft. Bayard access road, Highway 180 East. Admission: $4 adults; under 12 free with adult admission; military/law enforcement in uniform free. Info: 575-313-6277. Las Cruces/Mesilla The Birthday Party — 2:30 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223.
MONDAY, MARCH 14
Silver City/Grant County New Hope Al-Anon Family Group — 12:05-1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 20th and Swan. This group meets every Monday. AlAnon Family Groups are for family and friends of alcoholics. This is an open meeting. Info: Jerry: 575-5344866; Matt: 575-313-0330; Diana: 575-574-2311. Las Cruces/Mesilla Foundation Center Workshop
SATURDAY, MARCH 19
“Guide to Online Grant Seeker Resources” — 1-2 p.m. at Branigan Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave. Learn to navigate and use the wide range of resources available on the Foundation Center’s newest web site, GrantSpace.org. Info: 575-5412393 or email at kpartin@las-cruces. org.
Silver City/Grant County Roots & Branches radio show — 8-10 a.m. every Saturday on gmcr. org or KURU 89.1 FM. Info: 575-5340298. MAD Fun Day and Coop Membership Drive — 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 520 N. Bullard St. Info: 575-3882343. Friends of Clay Pottery Sale — 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 208 N Bullard St, next door to the Pink Store. Proceeds benefit WNMU clay program and the work is by WNMU students and faculty. Info: 575-313-7278 or 575388-5202. Silver City Woman’s Club Community Outreach Day — 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 411 Silver Heights Blvd. This free event is a resource and health fair which includes information and services from many local health and resource agencies. The entire community is invited to attend. Our motto is: “Join usEveryone can reach someone.” Info: Vera MacGregor at 575-534-0505.
TUESDAY, MARCH 15
Las Cruces/Mesilla 19th Century Post-Mortem Photography — 7 p.m. presented by Karen Conley sharing history of Victorian era photography where professional photos were taken of those who passed away making them appear still living for the Doña Ana Photography Club meeting at the SW Environmental Center, 275 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Everyone is welcome and the event is free. Info: www.daphotoclub.org. Alamogordo/Otero County State Street Ballet Presents “Carmen” — 7-9 p.m. the Flickinger Center, 1110 New York Ave. Info: 575-437-2202.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
Silver City/Grant County Trivia Night at the Toad — 7 p.m. every Wednesday night at Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, 200 North Bullard St. Join quizmaster Josh White for bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes of gift certificates for $25 and $15. Bring yourself or a team. Info: silvercitytrivia@gmail.com. Las Cruces/Mesilla Children’s story time at Tutti Bambini — 10:45 a.m. at 300 El Molino St. Parents can shop for children’s clothes at half price while the kids enjoy a story. Tutti Bambini is a non-profit resale shop that raises funds for at-risk children in the area. The program, which occurs every Wednedsay, is in collaboration with The Children’s Reading Foundation of Doña Ana County which provides free books for the children. Info: 5269752. Rail Readers Book Club at the Las
Johanna and Scott Hongell-Darsee present ballads and songs from Scandinavia, the British Isles, France, the U.S. and India March 18 at the Silver City Public Library. (Courtesy Photo) Cruces Railroad Museum — 11 a.m. at 351 N. Mesilla St. Join us on Feb. 16. Info: http://las-cruces.org/ museums or call 575-647-4480. Live music — 7-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-680-6394.
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
Silver City/Grant County Technology workshop, Microsoft PowerPoint — 4-5:45 p.m. at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Info: 575-538-3672. Las Cruces/Mesilla Friends of the German Language meeting — 7 p.m. in room 173-A, Breland Hall, on the New Mexico State University campus. “Freunde der Deutschen Sprache” (Friends of the German Language) meet every third Thursday of the month during the school year. Info: 522-5393. The Birthday Party — 7 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223.
“Johanna & Scott Hongell-Darsee” — 6 p.m. at 515 W. College Ave. Johanna & Scott Hongell-Darsee present ballads and songs from Scandinavia, the British Isles, France, the U.S. and India together with the stories behind these songs that have wandered through centuries and over continents. Performances are free and open to the public. Space is limited and seating is on a first come, first seated basis. Doors open 30 minutes before performance time. Info: 575-538-3672. Field botanist Jim McGrath on rare plants in New Mexico — 7 p.m. at Western New Mexico University Harlan Hall, second floor. The presentation, “Adventures of a New Mexico Rare Plant Botanist,” is presented by the Gila Chapter of the Native Plant Society of New Mexico. Info: www.gilanps.org. Las Cruces/Mesilla Steven Shelby — 7-9 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-6806394.
Las Cruces/Mesilla Southern New Mexico N Scalers Model Railroad Club meeting — 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the club layout at the Southern New Mexico Fair Grounds in the White Quonset Hut. Enter from the far west gate. Info: Mike Fifer at 575-526-8834. The Birthday Party — 8 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223. Alamogordo/Otero County White Sands National Monument Tent Talks — 10-11 a.m. at the Interdune Boardwalk, at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Offered on weekends from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Info: 575-479-6124 or email whsa_interpretation@nps. gov. White Sands National Monument Skins and Skulls program — 3-3:30 p.m. on the Visitor Center Patio at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Join rangers for a 20-minute talk about these amazing animals. Rangers will have pelts, skulls, and other props to provide you an up-close look and feel of
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Truth or Consequences/Sierra County Sierra Twirlers Square Dance Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Mainstream dancing every Thursday evening. Cost is $3 per person; no charge to come and watch. Visitors always welcome. Info: 575-894-0083 or 575-313-9971.
FRIDAY, MARCH 18
Silver City/Grant County Silver City Library Concert Series
The Birthday Party — 8 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223. Ruidoso/Lincoln County Randy Houser in concert — 8 p.m. at the Inn of the Mountain Gods. Singer-songwriter Houser has been writing hits for years for other performers, now he performs his own. Info: innofthemountaingods. com/events/.
the elusive wildlife of White Sands. Info: 575-479-6124 or email whsa_ interpretation@nps.gov. Crushed at the Mr. Cloudcroft Pageant — 6:30 p.m., a melodrama performed by the Cloudcroft Light Opera Company, held at the Cloudcroft High School Gym. For $20 guests are fed by the culinary class and get wrapped up in a murder. Info: www.facebook.com/ CloudcroftLightOperaCo/.
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Ruidoso/Lincoln County The Spencer Theatre presents Women of Ireland — 7 p.m. at 108 Spencer Rd. Airport Highway 220. Tickets: $32-$49. An Irish company of 20 perform a night of Celtic music, song and step-dance with aerial artistry and special guest Anthony Fallon, the former lead of “Riverdance.” Pre-show lemon piccata white fish buffet in lobby ($20) at 6 p.m. Tickets $39$79. Info: www.spencertheater. com. Kansas in concert — 8 p.m. at the Inn of the Mountain Gods. Info: innofthemountaingods.com/events/.
Las Cruces/Mesilla Children’s story time at Tutti Bambini — 10:45 a.m. at 300 El Molino St. Parents can shop for children’s clothes at half price while the kids enjoy a story. Tutti Bambini is a non-profit resale shop that raises funds for at-risk children in the area. The program, which occurs every Wednedsay, is in collaboration with The Children’s Reading Foundation of Doña Ana County which provides free books for the children. Info: 5269752. Live music — 7-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-680-6394.
TorC/Sierra County New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7 p.m. at the New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Live music provided by NMOTFA Fiddlers and Friends. Cost: $4 Info: 575-7449137.
Alamogordo/Otero County Wine Down Wednesday — 5:30-8 p.m. at Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wines, 7288 Highway 54/70 between Alamogordo and Tularosa. Live music with Wait for What? performing folk, rock and blues. Info: 575-434-0035.
SUNDAY, MARCH 20
Las Cruces/Mesilla The Birthday Party — 2:30 p.m., a Harold Pinter play produced at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Main, Las Cruces. Info575-523-1223. The Havana Quartet — 7 p.m., a Mesilla Valley Jazz & Blues Society concert. Info: mvjazzblues.net.
TUESDAY, MARCH 22
Silver City/Grant County Last of the Red Hot Lovers — Cancellation - The Silver City Community Theatre’s production of Last of the Red Hot Lovers has been canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the organization.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23
Silver City/Grant County Trivia Night at the Toad — 7 p.m. every Wednesday night at Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, 200 North Bullard St. Join quizmaster Josh White for bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes of gift certificates for $25 and $15. Bring yourself or a team. Info: silvercitytrivia@gmail.com. Last of the Red Hot Lovers — Cancellation - The Silver City Community Theatre’s production of Last of the Red Hot Lovers has been canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the organization.
THURSDAY, MARCH 24
Silver City/Grant County Wildworks — 3-5 p.m. space for youth to hang out, experiment, create and more. Ages 10 and up at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Info: 575-538-3672. Trivia Night at the Toad — 7 p.m. every Wednesday night at Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, 200 North Bullard St. Join quizmaster Josh White for bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes of gift certificates for $25 and $15. Bring yourself or a team. Info: silvercitytrivia@gmail.com. Las Cruces/Mesilla Coloring Club for adults at the Las Cruces Railroad Museum — 10 a.m. – noon at 351 N. Mesilla St. Countless people are discovering that this is a fun way to recapture one of the joys of childhood in a safe and relaxing environment. Enjoy the companionship of other women who want to release their inner artist. Gentlemen are welcome but no children, please. Info: http:// las-cruces.org/museums or call 575647-4480. Truth or Consequences/Sierra County Sierra Twirlers Square Dance Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Mainstream dancing every Thursday evening. Cost is $3 per person; no charge to come and
Josh White for bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes of gift certificates for $25 and $15. Bring yourself or a team. Info: silvercitytrivia@gmail.com. Last of the Red Hot Lovers — Cancellation - The Silver City Community Theatre’s production of Last of the Red Hot Lovers has been canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the organization.
“Wait for What?” plays for Wine Down Wednesday at Heart of the Desert, March 23, on Highway 54/70 in between Tularosa and Alamogordo. (Courtesy Photo) watch. Visitors always welcome. Info: 575-894-0083 or 575-313-9971.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25
Las Cruces/Mesilla Sage Gentlewing — 7-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-6806394
SATURDAY, MARCH 26
Silver City/Grant County Roots & Branches radio show — 8-10 a.m. every Saturday on gmcr. org or KURU 89.1 FM. Info: 575534-0298. Community Flea Market — 9 a.m.2 p.m. at 614 N. Bullard St. Info: 575-388-2343. Alamogordo/Otero County White Sands National Monument Tent Talks — 10-11 a.m. at the Interdune Boardwalk, at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Offered on weekends from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Info: 575-4796124 or email whsa_interpretation@ nps.gov. White Sands National Monument Skins and Skulls program — 3-3:30 p.m. on the Visitor Center Patio at the Monument, located at 19955 Highway 70 West (between the cities of Alamogordo and Las Cruces.) Join rangers for a 20-minute talk about these amazing animals. Rangers will have pelts, skulls, and other props to provide you an up-close look and feel of the elusive wildlife of White Sands. Info: 575-479-6124.
TorC/Sierra County New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7 p.m. at the New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Live music provided by NMOTFA Fiddlers and Friends. Cost: $4 Info: 575-7449137.
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
Silver City/Grant County Last of the Red Hot Lovers — Cancellation - The Silver City Community Theatre’s production of Last of the Red Hot Lovers has been canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the organization.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
Silver City/Grant County Trivia Night at the Toad — 7 p.m. every Wednesday night at Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery, 200 North Bullard St. Join quizmaster
Las Cruces/Mesilla Live music — 7-10 p.m. at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho, Las Cruces. Info: 575-680-6394 Children’s story time at Tutti Bambini — 10:45 a.m. at 300 El Molino St. Parents can shop for children’s clothes at half price while the kids enjoy a story. Tutti Bambini is a non-profit resale shop that raises funds for at-risk children in the area. The program, which occurs every Wednedsay, is in collaboration with The Children’s Reading Foundation of Doña Ana County which provides free books for the children. Info: 5269752.
THURSDAY, MARCH 31
El Paso Chihuahuas Foundation First Pitch Luncheon — 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Judson F. Williams Convention Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, El Paso. Doors open at 11 a.m. for an up close and personal opportunity to dine with players and coaches of the 2016 Chihuahuas and San Diego Padres. Net proceeds from the luncheon will benefit the YMCA of El Paso and the Chihuahuas Foundation. Luncheon will include question and answer segments featuring El Paso Chihuahuas
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SATURDAY, APRIL 2
Glenwood/Grant County Whitewater Mesa Fun Kite Flying Picnic — noon to dusk at Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths (3rd house on the left after mile marker 3 on Route 159 off Hwy 180 between Glenwood and Alma. There are usually 100+ people and plenty of space without fences to tangle your kite strings and room to park for your tailgate picnic. Admission is free and there will be a free raffle drawing for a kite. For a completely different experience, walk one or all five of the labyrinths at Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths. We provide water, kite mending supplies, portapottie and loaner kites. Info: http://www.wmlabyrinths.com/ glenwood.shtml, Cordelia Rose 575-313-1002, 575-539-2868 or visit info@wmlabyrinths.com.
Alamogordo/Otero County Trinity Site Tour — 7:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. at White Sands Missile Range, line-up for caravan begins at 7 a.m. at Tularosa High School. Info: 575-437-6120. TorC/Sierra County New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7 p.m. at the New Mexico Old Time Fiddlers Playhouse, 710 Elm St. Live music provided by NMOTFA Fiddlers and Friends. Cost: $4 Info: 575-744-9137.
SUNDAY, APRIL 3
Alto/Lincoln County The Spencer Theatre presents “Saturday Night Fever”— 2 p.m. at 108 Spencer Rd. Airport Highway 220. The iconic musical returns in a story of personal redemption and success against all odds in 1970s Brooklyn. Featuring a cast of 30 singers, dancers, actors and musicians in a stage production by Columbia Artists Theatricals. Pre-show southwest shrimp & pasta primavera buffet at noon ($20). Tickets $39-$75. Info: www. spencertheater.com.
“Saturday Night Fever” comes back to life April 3 at the Spencer Theatre in Lincoln County. (Courtesy Photo)
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New Mexico Hero Mourned
Apollo 14 Astronaut Edgar Mitchell Passes Away at 85
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he last surviving member of the Apollo 14 crew, Astronaut Edgar Dean Mitchell, passed away Feb. 4, at 9:30 p.m., in West Palm Beach from a sudden illness. Although Mitchell was born in Hereford, Texas, he always considered Artesia his home because he spent most of his childhood there. A 1948 graduate of Artesia High School, the Navy veteran also held degrees in Industrial Management, Aeronautical Engineering, and Aeronautics and Astronautics. He held an honorary doctorate from New Mexico State University and several other universities. Mitchell was the sixth man to walk on the moon. The Apollo 14 mission launched on January 31, 1971, landed on the moon on Feb. 5, and returned safely to the Earth on Feb. 9. Mitchell was the lunar module pilot and performed two lunar EVAs along with Mission Commander Alan Shepard. Command Module Pilot Stuart Roosa passed away from pancreatitis in 1994. Shepard succumbed to leukemia in 1998. “How fitting that Ed passed away within hours of the 45th anniversary of his landing on the
moon,” said Museum Executive Director Chris Orwoll. “New Mexico is privileged to have been home to two Apollo era moonwalkers and we are all saddened for the loss of this amazing man.” Mitchell was inducted into the International Space Hall of Fame at the New Mexico Museum of Space History in 1979. He authored several books, essays and articles. One of his better known quotes, from his book “The Way of the Explorer,” said, in regards to how his mission to space affected him, “you develop an instant global consciousness, a people orientation, an intense dissatisfaction with the state of the world, and a compulsion to do something about it. From out there on the moon, international politics look so petty. You want to grab a politician by the scruff of the neck and drag him a quarter of a million miles out and say, ‘Look at that, you (censored).’” The New Mexico Museum of Space History, a Smithsonian Affiliate is a division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information, call 575-437-2840 or toll free 1-877-333-6589 or visit www.nmspacemuseum.org.
New Mexico Speaker of the House Don L. Tripp, left, Michael Shinabery, Jeffrey Killebrew and Rep. Yvette Herrell pose for a photo during a short break of the Legislature. Shinabery and Killebrew are holding the legislative proclamation they just received. (Courtesy photo)
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Educators Honored by Legislature Shinabery and Killebrew receive special recognition
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ew Mexico Museum of Space History Educator Michael Shinabery and New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired science teacher Jeffrey Killebrew were honored with a special proclamation by the New Mexico House of Representatives on Feb. 1, in recognition of their work with NASA’s SOFIA program. Shinabery and Killebrew were the first New Mexicans to be chosen to fly on SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy) which is a joint project between NASA and the German Aerospace Center (DLR). According to the NASA website, SOFIA is the largest airborne observatory in the world, capable of making observations that are impossible for even the largest and highest ground-based telescopes. The flying observatory is a Boeing 747SP retrofitted with a 2.5 meter reflecting telescope along with a host of other instrumentation. The legislative proclamation, introduced by Rep. Yvette Herrell, cites the “outstanding achievement and exceptional accomplishment”
of both men and directs that “this official expression of its gratitude and pride be forthwith proclaimed on behalf of the People of the State of New Mexico.” “I really appreciate Representative Herrell recognizing how important our experience was, not only for us as individuals but also for the knowledge that we can now share with visitors and youth who come to our museum, as well as the recognition it brings to what truly is a world class institution right here in Alamogordo,” Shinabery said. “It is also a privilege to be able to partner with Jeff and his school to create hands on learning tools that will help the visually impaired experience what we see, and sometimes don’t see, in space.” “It is a great honor to be recognized by Representative Herrell and our Legislature, it was totally unexpected,” said Killebrew. “I am proud to be able to work with Michael to represent both our community and respective organizations as we share the tremendous work SOFIA engages in.” The New Mexico Museum of
Space History, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is a division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information, call 575-437-2840 or toll free 1-877-3336589 or visit www.nmspacemuseum.org.
Apollo 14 Astronaut Edgar Mitchell, the last surviving member of the crew, passed away on Feb. 4, just hours away from the 45th anniversary of his touchdown on the moon.
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y husband Jimmy and I hit the road as fulltime RVers about nine years ago after applying to work for the winter months at Furnace Creek Ranch and Resort in Death Valley. The deal sounded good: pay for all hours worked, free RV site, even free meals. Surely they’d want us, we assured each other, with my background in marketing and sales, and Jimmy’s professional driving, carpentry, and mechanical experience. “Come on out in October,” they had responded. So we naively headed west in our motor home, pulling up to the Furnace Creek personnel office a couple of weeks later. “Housekeeping?” I said to the placement guy behind the desk. “You mean, like cleaning? Both of us?” “It’s all we have left.” “But what about all the jobs listed on that wall out there?” Jimmy said. “Promised to other workers,” he lied. But we’d just driven 2,400 miles, so we signed the contract, picked up our ugly uniforms and learned how to clean hotel rooms.
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We’re looking for the right home for Joe. He’s a well-trained hunter/jumper show gelding who needs to find a loving home. He has a lot of dressage flat work, knows how to long line, has jumped around a cross country course (in a plain snaffle) and has spent time on the trail. He’s a kind horse with no vices (he gets a little grumpy when you brush his tickly areas, but that’s all.) Joe is being marketed for an experienced rider, due to the fact that he can be a handful to ride when he’s been standing around. He does best when he’s in steady work. The worst thing he does is crow-hop and bounce around if he’s being ridden for the first time in several days. He’s not spooky or aggressive. He recently was a school horse for William Woods University and has taught two summer camps with young riders. We inject his right front coffin joint two times a year to keep him sound for jumping, but he may need much less if he’s doing lighter work or trail riding. Because a good home is our top priority, he’s reasonably priced at $3,500. He can still be shown with the right maintenance and good shoeing, and he is a legitimate 3’6 hunter (in a plain snaffle) or jumper (in a Pelham) with both flying lead changes. Joe is located in Las Cruces.
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If the pay basis is hours traded for site only, are the number of hours per month fair? If wages are paid for every hour worked, will your site be free or are you expected to pay for it? Are a certain number of hours guaranteed, and is overtime pay available? Are you offered a bonus for staying through the season? And a big question: is this a clothing optional resort? That’s one surprise you don’t want! Employers often leave out those details that can make the difference between a happy workamper and a disgruntled one. Tip No. 2: Ask questions. The more you find out beforehand, the more satisfying and enjoyable your workamping experience will be. You’ll find workamper jobs listed for resorts, RV parks, national and state parks; amusement parks; lighthouses; storage facilities; excursion trains; NASCAR tracks; Christmas tree, pumpkin and fireworks lot; traveling circuses and carnivals; summer camps; and private farms and ranches. They include every possible position that would be needed by those facilities. But in addition, don’t discount some of the more unique positions
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continued from page 46 that might suit your particular skills and interest ¬– I’ve seen ads for a couple to care for a herd of llamas, and for someone to dress as an old prospector and sit by a fire with a dog, telling tall tales. My sister and her husband were in great demand by large RV resorts for teaching line dancing and staging karaoke shows. I’ve worked with horse wranglers and pastry chefs and bartenders and hair stylists and masseurs. Experienced shuttle-bus drivers and entertainers are needed at larger resorts, and at Furnace Creek there was a young woman who did nothing but plan day trips and activity evenings for employees, and a seamstress that spent her days mending uniforms for the 500+ employees. And Jimmy once spent a whole summer at a Maine family camp tearing apart an old fire engine and rebuilding it into a hayless hayride for guests. Tip No. 3: If you have a special skill or talent, highlight it in your resume. And don’t be shy about suggesting to workamper employers that they need to incorporate that skill or talent into a position within their operation. A word of warning: Some people take off on their fulltime RV adventure without having any additional financial resources and thus, find it necessary to workamp year round. Be aware that, even if you go from job to job seasonally, you’ll never have the leisure time available to just wander, as do those RVers that limit their workamping to part of the year. And while you’re on a job, you’ll probably be required to work weekends and holidays, thus miss-
ing out on the special regional celebrations that take place at those times. In addition, a workamper contract rarely accommodates time off for special family events or vacations, so if you need a week in July for your son’s wedding, you should set it up with your employer before you accept the job. One last point—expect the job to be demanding. It’s not a game, it’s a job, and even those that pay minimum wage are often physically and mentally exhausting. Tip No. 4: Don’t start your fulltimer RV adventure until you have a financial plan firmly in place. Rather than working year round for minimum wage, it might be better to stay home and work your regular job a few years longer. Jimmy and I spent five years workamping part of each year. We met many fascinating people, and got to know the areas well. But probably the biggest lessons we learned were these: you can personally gain something from the most odious job if you approach it with a sense of humor, and you can tolerate almost any job as long as it has an end date.
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Outdoor Venues Offer Up a Backdrop of Beauty mong the mountains and valleys of southern New Mexico are secrets awaiting those looking for the perfect wedding experience. A haunted lodge, a soak in mineral waters, a natural healing haven and a hidden corner of the world all can be found right here, close to home, as venues for affordable but luxurious wedding experiences. And, if comfortable settings in the land of beauty aren’t quite the right thing, natural places abound where
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tying the knot can be exciting and adventurous. At the Lodge in Cloudcroft weddings are a specialty. With facilities of all sizes to accommodate anything from hundreds of guests to an intimate few both inside and out including a garden gazebo and two pavilion halls, the Lodge welcomes weddings with wide open arms. Even if those arms are sometimes those of the infamous Rebecca, a ghost who reportedly can sometimes be heard, the Lodge is a comfortable place to wed and stay.
For a different amazing mountain experience, Sanctuary on the River in Ruidoso is designed as a wedding venue. An open-air pavilion on the bank of Rio Ruidoso allows for the fresh mountain scents and sounds to backdrop events of all sizes. The Sanctuary offers wedding planning, hosting and facilitation services. Holistic services include massage, salon and facial experiences on site. Winding into the hill country of the Black Range, just south of the town of Hillsboro in Sierra County, the Black Range Lodge nestles into the tiny historical mining town of Kingston, New Mexico which is just beside the Gila National Forest. Billed as a bed and breakfast and retreat center, this lodge is a meticulously rebuilt historic building with a cozy space for weddings. Weddings are special to Black Range Lodge Owner Catherine Wanek. Facilities include the lodge and a house across the street with six bedrooms “perfect for the families of the couple,” she said, and the “guest house,” which gives the couple their own house as the bridal suite. “The weather in Kingston is beautiful year-round,” Wanek said. “There is a creek, lots of green trees and mountains. And we have an orchard where sometimes people like to get married in the spring with blossoms all around.” The town of Truth or Consequences is a popular wedding destination because who doesn’t want to see the words, “Truth or Consequences” on their wedding certificate? Celeste Rich, aka Reverend Celeste, has been officiating weddings since 2002 and moved to the T or C area in 2006. She said she once married a couple who flew to New Mexico from England to get married at White Sands National Monument. She has also done weddings on the water at Elephant Butte, at various hot springs spas and many other outdoor venues. “The most popular location for couples who want their license to say
Truth or Consequences on is it Ralph Edwards Park,” she said. “It’s right on the banks of the river and within city limits.” Other popular places near but outside of T or C include Healing Waters Trail; Rotary Park, which is right next to the Rio Grande; and, one of Rich’s favorites, Winding Roads Day Use Area at Elephant Butte State Park dam site. “The dam site area overlooks the lake, is grassy and has trees,” she said. “It’s probably the most popular site for locals.” Also at Elephant Butte, she said, she has done weddings right on the Marina del Sur, at Longpoint and once on a rental houseboat with the couple in swimsuits. Rich can be found at her website new-mexico-weddings. info and performs both traditional and not-so-traditional ceremonies like hand fasting, unity candle, ribbons of hopes and wishes, and Native American blanket rituals. Rich’s email is havepodiumwilltravel@gmail.com and she has officiated in Carlsbad, Roswell, Ruidoso, Gila, City of Rocks, Las Cruces and El Paso. Couples should always check into the rules when looking at getting married on public lands. Some have few extra guidelines, but others, like White Sands, can be quite stringent. For example, Rich said, at Elephant Butte State Park all participants need to do is pay the entrance fee. At White Sands the environment is more fragile and weddings require special permits, a $25 fee and rules to follow. Wherever one goes in the southwestern part of the state, the variety and excitement of the area will infuse wedding plans with hope. Whether brilliant blue or black with millions of stars, New Mexico skies provide the perfect backdrop for those planning to spend their lives together. “Southern New Mexico has wonderful weather,” Wanek said. “You can anticipate sunny, pleasant days anywhere in southern New Mexico.”
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Larry McLaud and Carol Morrison are married at the Big Ditch in Silver City as officiant Azaima Anderson performs a song. (Courtesy Photo)
ELDER VOWS • VIVIAN SAVITT
Working on it Together Works at Any Age wo years ago, the thermometer read 70 degrees on a mid-February Sunday at the Big Ditch where wedding guests gathered in good cheer awaiting the venerable ceremony’s commencement. Beckoned to the site only a few days earlier by e-mail – not a thick, double-enveloped invitation inscribed in calligraphy – 60 invitees now heard Azaima Anderson perform rites and song, and Howard Schwartzman play violin. On the previous day, the bride had thought it prudent to purchase something new to wear. She got to Encore at 4 p.m., in time to find a dress adorned with braid and shimmering coins encircling the bodice. It was not a white gown. Overall, the blessed event – with reception following at Tres Rosat – came off quite well, and the bride’s ensemble melded nicely with the groom’s dapper blue shirt and dark slacks. Sound like the betrothal of two millennials? Not exactly. Carol Morrison (bride) and Larry McLaud (groom) were sexagenarians when they tied the knot at that al fresco ceremony. Now, having recently celebrated their second wedding anniversary, they live in a 140-year-old adobe house in downtown Silver City, where both continue to ponder wedlock and the nature of human relationships. “Why in the world do you want to get married” their attorney had queried – insinuating marriage to be a nonsensical exertion in one’s golden years. But as ev-
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eryone knows, matters of the heart are rarely sensible. Larry and Carol met as volunteers for food security at “the first Food Pantry distribution.” When they recall the way that “they smiled at each other” – they smile once again. Although Carol was married twice, she had lived alone for 30 years. Larry never took the plunge. Neither had children nor living parents and siblings. They admit that “we didn’t think things were going to be easy when we got married.” To this end, they dutifully read Marshall Rosenberg’s “Nonviolent Communication.” They always had recognized that they were different types. Carol, who describes herself as “hyper-social” and Larry as “contemplative,” wishes they were “more of a two-zy couple.” Instead, she does many things “on her own” and sees herself as “a doer involved with lots of projects just like my mother was.” Two of the couple’s “together” pastimes include hiking and early morning meditation at the Lotus Center. “Also we are both ‘enviros’.” Carol said, referring to a mutual interest in the natural environment. Larry had worked as both a professional environmentalist and as a fire lookout. These days he keeps tabs on U.S. Forest Service projects. His solo time transpires mainly on Yankie Street, where he keeps a hobby space for photography and video. Carol’s concern for cats – she has defrayed veterinarian bills for spaying and neutering the local strays for almost a decade – has resulted in a noticeable drop in kitty propagation, an effort she also undertook “for the neighborhood.” Larry shares her love of felines. In the realm of household tasks, Larry is fond of cooking, has collected “a pile of cookbooks” – and also enjoys gardening and grocery shopping. Carol serves as laundress and housekeeper. Although both healthy specimens, they still experience occasional “achy knees and ankles.” Nonetheless, they ardently truck and tent camp, but have stopped long-distance backpacking. Arizona’s Mt. Baldy Wilderness served as destination for a recent adventure. Even when living the treats of the good life, couples still face ups and downs. Carol and Larry acknowledge that “when we blow up, we then settle down.” They strive to keep things steady at 70 degrees.
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At a quinceañera, the birthday girl becomes a woman and is expected to treat her guests with the utmost grace. young lady. At the church ceremony, a special Kneeling Pillow, sometimes personalized with the Quinceañera’s name, is placed in position for the young girl to kneel on during the ceremony. And, a touch of elegance is added with smaller decorated pillows for the presentation of the Quinceañera’s ceremony gifts, such as the tiara, the scepter and the shoes. At the reception, there is always the toast to the Quinceañera, known as the brindis. With decorated champagne glasses, the guests are invited to offer their congratulations and best wishes. The Last Doll is used in the ceremony as decoration and keepsake. The Quinceañera doll represents the last things of a child now that the Quince will focus on the things of a young lady. In some Hispanic cultures, the cápias (printed ribbons with the Quinceañera’s name and date) are pinned to the doll, and the Quinceañera circulates among her guests, thanking them for their presence and presenting them with a cápia memento taken from the doll. To symbolize leaving childhood things behind, the Quinceañera passes on her Last Doll to a younger sister.
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ridal gowns come in many styles, materials, colors, lengths and prices. Shopping for a dress that is suitable to the bride’s figure, budget and wedding style is not an easy task. Following are some dress styles, and how they mesh with various body types. Professionals at bridal shops are experts at helping women find that perfect fit. Be flexible and let them help you. A-Line: A fitted bodice that flares out to the hem creating an A shape. This flatters women who are larger and want to hide their tummy. Ball gown: A fitted top and a full skirt. This is ideal for women who want an elegant look and may want to hide below-thewaist problem areas. Basque Waist: The waistline begins below the waist, forming a U or V shape. It’s slenderizing and a good choice for brides with wide hips. Draped A-Line: Similar in design to the traditional A-Line, the draped version has layered folds along the skirt. It is not for women who are short or thick, but works well on thin or long-legged women. Empire: Cropped body, high waist, slightly flared skirt; it’s generally not a good choice for brides who are large-busted.
Fit and flare: An hourglass style that highlights a trim waistline. It is good for women, tall and short, who have curves and want to show them off.
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Mini-skirt: The hem is above the knee, and typically has a train either short or leg. Good choice for showing off legs. Princess: A fitted top and a flared,
vertically seamed skirt. This type is flattering for tall, slender women. Shirtwaist: A woman’s blouse or bodice styled like a tailored shirt, a blouse with buttons down the front. Slip dress: Also called sheath, this style features fabric that continues down the body from the shoulders to the ankles for a close-fitting look. This is a good choice for small or informal weddings, and it looks best on tall, trim women.
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Videography Captures Emotions Unique to the Occasion o longer limited to stiffly posed wedding photographs of the past, couples today can have an album of beautiful, creative still photographs and, additionally, an opportunity to revisit the action and sensations of the big day through professional-quality videography. “Wedding videography can capture emotions that are very intense,” said Nathan Taylor, videographer of Taylor’d Photography and Videography. “It’s more important than anything playing in a movie theater.” Isaac Palafox and Marco Olvera of Palamora Productions enjoy how wedding videography can capture very personal moments, like separate interviews with the bride and groom edited into the final production. Inevitably, these “reveal the depth of the love they have for each other,” Palafox said. “We haven’t done a single wedding video that hasn’t brought the bride to tears of
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joy.” Taylor confesses that creating a wedding video is sentimental for him. One of his favorite parts of the production is introducing a narrative of how the couple met, fell in love and decided to marry. “It’s all about telling a story. Our style is primarily cinematic, telling their love story in a compelling way, with some elements of documentary,” Taylor said. Working as a team, photographer and videographer capture the preparation, wedding and reception, highlighting interactions between wedding party, family and guests. Many seeing the finished production are often surprised with views of tender moments they might not have realized were being filmed. Palafox recalls an emotional scene of a bride gifting her new husband with cufflinks showing the image of his deceased father. Taylor describes moments amazingly captured in video, a bride and groom dancing, surrounded by friends and family lifting sparklers into a stormy night sky. Another poignant moment caught on film, a father and daughter dance, the father singing to the bride, his eyes sparkling with tears. Both Taylor’d and Palamora insist upon extensive planning leading up to the event and skillful editing afterward. “As soon as a couple says they want us to be there on their wedding
day, we give them all of ourselves,” Elise Taylor, owner of Taylor’d Photography and Videography, said. “We help them plan the day’s timeline, working toward the most photogenic wedding possible.” She suggests engaging photography and videography services anywhere from six months to a year in advance, making availability more likely for a specific date. “We have frequent contact in the months prior to the wedding. Building that relationship is a key, as the couple becomes part of our team,” Olvera said. “And every wedding is unique and important to us. We give our very best to each event, large or small, lavish or on a more conserva-
tive budget.” Palamora’s video equipment is cutting edge, and both bride and groom have microphones, making the audio track as effective as the visual portion of the film. “They have to be completely comfortable, with no worries on their wedding day,” Olveras said. Is videography affordable? “It’s probably considered a luxury service, but affordability is all in the eyes of the beholder,” Nathan Taylor said. “People make what they value a priority in their wedding budget, and for an increasing number, it’s a wedding video. We’re creating an heirloom, not only for the couple, but also for their descendants.”
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Flower Arrangements Accentuate the Beauty of the Occasion L Photos Courtesy of Taylor’d Photography and Videography
oretta Anderson of family-owned Flowerama has spent more than 30 years designing bridal bouquets and wedding floral arrangements. Likewise, designer Marie Huffmyer of Friendly Flowers and Tuxedos, a business inherited from her mother Estelle Vipond, loves helping brides select perfect flowers for the special day. Both have experience with weddings of all sizes and offer excellent advice for brides selecting flowers while staying within a budget. Huffmyer suggests three to six months ahead of the wedding date is a good time to have a consultation with a florist to plan flowers for the event. Any-
thing less can be more difficult, depending on what type of flowers are chosen. “Start with the flowers and colors of the bridal bouquet,” Anderson said, “then selections for other members of the wedding party and any additional flowers for the event.” She advises brides to visit online wedding planning websites, but not be overly influenced, because they may show flowers that are out of season, very expensive or just unavailable. “Don’t get stuck on a color — be flexible,” Huffmyer said. “Some color schemes are easy to match, but others, including a number of blues, are harder. If a bride is open to a variety of colors, sometimes mixed together in her bouquet, she might be delightfully surprised at the contrast and beauty of the total effect.” Some flower choices are traditional, others reflect newer trends. In the traditional category, brides want to carry something “old” or “borrowed,” and a family member’s keepsake broche or ribbon may be included in her bouquet. A newer economical trend finds both brides’ and attendants’ bouquets of fresh flowers with stems left unwrapped for later placement in a vase at the reception. Another contemporary trend is for brides to have two bouquets – one to carry at the wedding and keep, and another to “toss” at the reception. Both florists say roses and carnations are beautiful flowers that are popular, economical and almost always available. But don’t opt for too many roses during February or May when, due to the high demand on Valentines Day and Mothers Day, they are more expensive. However, a few roses mixed with other flowers can be budget-friendly. Request tulips for winter weddings, but not in July when they are out of season. Choosing silk flowers, or adding a few
Flower Symbolism
• Red – passion and desire, beauty and courage. Think red roses, carnations, tulips, red protea, peonies. • White – modesty and elegance, humility and reverence, and pure beauty. Think white roses, gardenias, lilies, baby’s breath, chrysanthemums. • Lavender – femininity, refinement and grace. Think lavender roses, waxflower, statice (sea lavender), snapdragons, lavender matsumoto asters, lavender stock • Blue – peace, calm, and serenity. Think blue hydrangea, delphinium, iris, larkspur, blue stock. to a fresh bouquet, is also an economical option. It’s possible to save money on delivery charges by transporting flowers yourself if the order is small. But large orders should be professionally delivered to keep blooms fresh, especially white flowers that bruise easily. Bringing homegrown flowers to a florist to arrange to save money is not an option. Flowers arranged by a florist must be guaranteed bug and disease-free, with a stamp of approval from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Both Anderson and Huffmyer assure brides it is definitely possible to work within the demands of a budget. “The simplest weddings are often the prettiest,” Anderson said. Look for monthly specials at Flowerama, www.floweramaoflascruces. com. Friendly Flowers & Tuxedos, www. friendlyflowerslascruces.com, gives a discount on flowers purchased together with a tux rental order, Huffmyer said.
• Pink – happiness, gentility and grace. Think pick rosebuds, longstemmed roses, camellia, carnations, alstroemeria, blushing lilies, tulips, pink stargazer lilies. • Yellow – happiness, joyful new beginnings. Think yellow roses, daffodils, chrysanthemums, lilies, gerbera daisies, alstroemeria, cymbidium orchids, tulips. • Purple – royalty and dignity. Think purple alstroemeria, violets, purple carnations and tulips. • Orange – passion and confidence. Think orange Asiatic lilies, gerbera daisies, carnations, bi-color orange roses, rust chrysanthemums, fiery lilies, birds of paradise. • Green – nature, optimism and renewal, and can complement every other bloom. Think green carnations, button spray chrysanthemums, green viburnum, cybidium orchids, and assorted greens, including lily grass, bupleurum, philodendron and calathea leaves.
ENCHANTED HONEYMOONS • CASSIE MCCLURE
New Mexico Offers Luxury and Simplicity hroughout New Mexico, there are different climates, varied landscapes and a touch of all seasons. The nuptials have been set in stone and you’re off to celebrate. You won’t have to go far to bring a little TLC to your honeymoon in the Land of Enchantment.
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North: Ghost Ranch Be alone with your love after the busy bustle of your nuptials at Ghost Ranch. About 15 minutes north of Abiqiu – which is about an hour north of Santa Fe – is the location that inspired artist Georgia O’Keeffe with its dramatic vistas. The rooms are sparse and Wi-Fi and cell reception are spotty, so it’s a great location to unplug and unwind by hiking through the cliffs or sitting in the retreat’s library. Learn more: www.ghostranch. org.
West: El Malpais National Conservation Area If you want to go for even more rustic, go camping at the El Malpais
Charm and privacy can be found in New Mexico honeymoon locations. (Taylor’d Photography and Videography) National Conservation Area. About an hour and a half west of Albuquerque, El Malpais (“the badlands” in Spanish) has La Ventana Natural Arch, the Cian of the Crater Back Country Byway, and a the Narrows Picnic Area. Tribes including the Acoma, Laguna, Zuni and Ramah Navajo use the area to gather plants and keep their spiritual practices alive. Learn more: www.nps.gov/elma/ index.htm
South: Truth or Consequences Hot Springs Soak in some hot springs and melt the stress away before you tackle the world as a married power duo. Truth or Consequences is located right on a hot springs aquifer which outputs hot water, with has special mineral content, to the surface. T or C is located near Elephant Butte, the largest body of water in New Mexico, where you can spend time after a mineral soak on a rented
boat to fish, or just relax. Some options for soaking are La Paloma Hot Springs and Spa and Blackstone Hot Springs. La Paloma Hot Springs has two locations. A half-hour soak is $6 per person and $10 per hour. It is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Blackstone Hot Springs offers luxurious themed suites with in-room soaking tubs, a kitchenette, private patio and other amenities. It also boasts a wet room, with a waterfall and steps and ledges to allow you to customize the depth of your soak. It is $25 per 50 minutes for one or two people, and one soak may be included in the price of the room for lodgers. It is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Learn more: www.lapalomahotspringsandspa.com and www. blackstonehotsprings.com.
East: Carlsbad Caverns and the Trinity Hotel In the southwest region of the state lies Carlsbad Caverns, which lets you enjoy the best of both active and relaxed worlds. At the caverns, an elevator takes guests down to
hike into the belly of the Earth. The Big Room is roughly the size of six football fields. A one-mile self-guided tour shows you the highlights: the Bottomless Pit, the Giant Dome, the Rock of Ages and the Painted Grotto. After your leisurely hand-in-hand stroll, head back to Carlsbad about 25 minutes away and lodge at Trinity Hotel. The historic building was constructed in 1892 as the First National Bank and then housed the city’s first newspaper. The Trinity building was renovated in 2007 into a hotel and Italian fine dining restaurant. “It’s special in how they managed to save the building,” said Donna Hernandez, head server at the hotel, who mentioned that the hotel is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. “Most of the doors and windows still are all original.” Hernandez recommends the unique Safe Room for traveling honeymooners. It’s a 1,100 square-foot room with an open-air Jacuzzi and the previous bank’s safe converted into an extra bedroom, which runs $239 a night. Learn more: www.thetrinityhotel.com.