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Funding available for green jobs Eugene Heathman Editor New Mexico Junior College in partnership with ENMU campuses and Workforce Connection now offer premier building performance programs designed to prepare students to enter the renewable energy workforce or transition into a new green job. The courses are offered online. Principles of Green Buildings (PGB) and Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments (PCBA) are offered individually, or as a bundle program titled Building Analyst Quick Start. All three programs lead to industry certification. The Building Analyst Quick Start class is a 60-hour building performance program that combines two premier programs, Principles of Green Buildings and Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments, for an extensive overview of green building. Funding for interested and qualified applicants is available through the State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) grant. Certified Lead remediation courses are also being offered.

The Principles of Green Building course teaches individuals in the building, remodeling or trade industry the principles of making buildings perform more efficiently. Students learn the

major sub-systems that affect the way the entire structure system performs and how to optimize buildings to provide the best energy efficiency and a healthy environment for its occupants. Completion of this program is recognized by both BPI (Building Performance Institute) and NATE (North American Technician Excellence) for 28 hours of continuing education units applicable to several BPI and NATE certifications.

The Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments course is an intermediate program geared toward conducting visual building inspections, performing diagnostic testing, and determining residential building improvement opportunities in the field, then documenting a home’s performance, prioritizing improvements, and preparing a work scope that will guide the homeowner’s decision making process.

Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments helps prepare students for BPI Building Analyst Certification and NATE, HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) Efficiency Analyst Certification (Senior Level).

For more information and registration, contact Jai Oyler, Eastern Plains Council of Government, 575-749-1094; joyler@epcog.org.

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Wind Sub-Industry Council Vice-Chair Phillip Roybal, New Mexico Junior College – Hobbs pictured right and instructor Randy Cook demonstrate a solar/wind technology electronics training station for certified renewable energy courses offered through Workforce Connection and funded by the SESP.

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SEASON from pg. 1 Memorial Day and every year the openOn the way to the All American Futurity the top prospects will be trying to ing day is dedicated to the trials to the race in the Grade 1, $700,000 Rainbow Grade 1 Ruidoso Futurity. This upcomFuturity on July 21. ing Friday the two-year-old Quarter A year ago, Ochoa won his first Horses will be racing to become one of ALAMOGORDO • CLOUDCROFT TULAROSA start in the •Ruidoso Futurity trials and the 10 horses with the 10-fastest qualifying times that race for $600,000 in the then went on to dominate the All American Futurity and was honored as the Ruidoso Futurity on June 9. champion two-year-old and champion Many of those young racehorses two-year-old gelding. will be starting their careers in the RuThe Sleepy Gilbreath-trained Ochoa idoso Futurity trials. is expected to make his 2012 debut on The ultimate goal for all of the Saturday at Ruidoso Downs in the trials two-year-old quarter horses at Ruidoso to the Grade 1 Ruidoso Derby which Downs this summer is to race in the could have a record purse exceeding Grade 1, $2,400,000 All American $800,000. The gelding has rested since Futurity on Labor Day, closing day of his All American Futurity win and the season. The 440-yard All Ameriprepared for his possible Ruidoso Derby can Futurity is the iconic quarter horse trial debut with a strong work over 220 race and its purse is the largest for any yards at Ruidoso Downs last week.

Quarter Horse race and the largest for Feature Mr Bojangles, the 2011 any horse race, regardless of breed, for champion two-year-old colt, is also two-year-olds in North America.

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The Zine is published every Tuesday by the Ruidoso Free Press, 1086 Mechem, Ruidoso, New Mexico 88345. The circulation of The Zine exceeds 11,000 printed copies weekly, with almost 8,000 papers delivered via direct mail to homes and post office boxes located exclusively within Lincoln County. Over 3,000 papers are available for purchase at newsstands, stores and hotels throughout Lincoln, Lea, Eddy, Chaves, and Otero Counties. First class subscriptions to the Ruidoso Free Press are available for $80 by calling 575-258-9922. Classifieds, legals, obituaries, wedding announcements, birth announcements and thank-you ads are available by calling the classified department at 575-258-9922. For all advertising opportunities, call 575-258-9922. For submission of all editorial copy, press releases or letters to the editor, please email eugene@ruidosofreepress.com, or call 575-258-9922.

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Early summer racing schedule

May 22 Opening at track (5.25)

Ruidoso Futurity trials (5.25) Ruidoso Derby trials (5.26) May 29 Free Spirit Handicap (6.2) June 5 Ruidoso Futurity and

expected to make his first 2012 start in the Ruidoso Derby trials. The superbly conformed colt won last year’s Rainbow Futurity for the most important win on his championship resume.

Ochoa and Feature Mr Bojangles each list the Grade 1, $2,300,000 (est.)

All American Derby as their premier goal this summer at Ruidoso Downs.

The 440-yard All American Derby on the Sunday before Labor Day will be

Ruidoso Derby (6.9) June 12 Mountain Top Quarter Horse Futurity (6.16)

Norgor Thoroughbred Derby (6.17)

the richest race ever held for three-yearold or older Quarter Horses. The All American Futurity is the only Quarter Horse race with a purse higher than the All American Derby.

Ruidoso Downs racing runs on a Friday through Monday schedule.

More information can be found at www.raceruidoso.com and follow the racing action on Twitter at Ruidoso Press Box (@RuiPressBox).

People pleasing “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

— Luke 6:31 Today it is popular to call someone, whose behaviors involve putting others ahead of ourselves, “people pleasers.” Usually it is said as something derogatory. This begs the question, ‘What’s wrong with pleasing others and trying to make them happy?’ Conversely, isn’t it a virtue to sacrifice for others?

I guess the answer would be ‘yes’ sometimes we can choose to sacrifice what we want or need for someone else. Sometimes we can try to please others. The key word here is sometimes – but not all the time. Most ‘people-pleasers’ are involved in chronic activities of taking care of others. The problem is they have never learned to do the same activities for themselves.

In the western model we have learned to focus on the ‘Do unto others’ part, but usually neglect to put this phrase into context with the second half of this saying. Again begging the question: How do we know what we would want them to do for us if we are not aware of our own needs and wants? Most people-pleasers focus all their energy on giving and have no awareness of what they want or need for themselves. It’s as if they are hoping others will ‘read their

minds’ and know the right thing to do for them. In other words, peoplepleasers give to get back and their presents always have strings attached.

Therefore, people-pleasing is a modern term for ‘martyring.’ And a martyr can be very difficult to live with. The results from all this peoplepleasing are resentments, hurts, and misunderstandings.

The bottom line is this: pure Social Interest can only be practiced after one has learned to practice selfesteem. Know that you have worth, that you have great value and that your uniqueness is innate. No amount of pleasing others will ever increase the value you already have as a human being. The saints of old were practicing self-esteem at a higher dimension. They were never concerned about their saintliness or a return on their ‘giving.’ They gave out of an understanding of their own needs and acted accordingly (‘just as you want others to do for you…’).

James D. Martin is the program manager of the Heritage Program for Senior Adults at the Lincoln County Medical Center. Heritage is a program designed to improve the quality of life for the older adult. Confidential screenings are available by appointment. If interested please call 575-257-6283.

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By Eugene Heathman Editor State and federal agencies have reacted by clarifying hunting classifications and hosting feral hog symposiums throughout New Mexico. Recent sessions covered the history and proliferation of wild pigs. Feral swine are considered a destructive, hardy and adaptable mammal with a growing population in central and southeastern New Mexico.

Pete Gnatkowski, a Lincoln County Extension agricultural agent, addressed the problem to promote awareness of the problem. “We are hoping that through this program, participants will become aware of the extent of the problem. The pigs devastate crops and rangeland. They also spread disease to domestic livestock,”Gnatkowski said.

Feral swine are omnivores, devouring almost any available food high in energy and protein. Rooting and feeding habits of feral swine can destroy planted crops in a short period of time, often overnight. The damage created can cause overgrowth of noxious weeds and reduce forage for livestock. “Each feral pig causes a minimum of $200 in direct property damage amounting to approximately $800 million annually,”

said Justin Stevenson, USDA Wildlife Services Disease biologist and Feral Hog coordinator.

“This figure does not include the spread of disease and damage to the native ecosystem.”

Although hunting swine has become increasingly popular, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish do not regulate the harvesting of feral pigs since they are not a native species. A hunting license is not required to hunt feral pigs. However, it is unlawful for individuals to import feral swine for release on private property to sell hunts.

Feral swine are both scavengers and predators known to feed on carrion and even the young offspring of livestock and fawns of deer. Sows can reach maturity as early as six months of age and have litters of up to 12 offspring. Feral swine populations in a given area can double in as little as 4-6 months.

Animal health for livestock producers is a big issue. “Feral swine are known to carry viruses and bacteria infectious to domestic livestock (and wildlife),

Open Season on feral hog management

particularly brucellosis, pseudorabies and bovine tuberculosis,” Stevenson said. Swine brucellosis is a bacterial disease which causes abortion and stillbirth. There is no cure for brucellosis and once infected, an animal becomes a carrier and potential shedder for life.

Swine brucellosis is also transmissible to man.

Psuedorabies is an often fatal viral disease affecting the nervous and reproductive systems. Symptoms include anorexia, agitation and frequent, intense itching. The disease can cause significant financial impact through reproductive loss and livestock mortality. It is not transferrable to humans but affects most livestock, dogs and cats in addition to many species of small mammals.

The animals can also be a vector for the spread of influenza viruses. Ron Jones, USDA Wildlife Services said, “If you don’t have feral hogs now, just wait awhile.” Landowners and people with questions about feral hogs should contact Justin Stevenson, USDA Wildlife Services, 505-346-2640.

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Roswell Runner’s Club hosts Annual Alien Chase June 30 The 18th annual Lovelace Regional Hospital-Roswell Alien Chase 10k and 5k will be held Saturday June 30. The races begin at 7 a.m. at the Civic Center and end at DeBremmond Stadium. Entry fee is $15 until June 25, and after that date and including race day the cost is $20. The event is a benefit for the Roswell Humane Society. Awards will be presented to the overall winners in each race, male and female, and age group winners from 10 and under through 70+ will receive a ceramic commemorative alien.

Costumes are encouraged, and awards will be given for the best male and female alien runner or walker.

Call 575-624-6720 for more information.

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You can register for this event online at www.active. com/running/ roswell-nm/ alien-chase10k5k-runwalk-2011 or visit the Roswell Runner’s Club, http://sites. google.com/site/roswellruns/raceschedule.

Roswell’s annual Alien costume contest is out of this world Every year the Alien Costume Contest grows and the competition gets tougher. With this world renowned event, you are guaranteed a great time! All ages and costumes are invited to enter. There is no charge to enter! This year’s contest is Saturday, June 30 at 3 p.m. at the Roswell Civic Center. Pet Contest is at 10 a.m. at a location TBA. Please plan on arriving early to find good seating. This event is always packed.

With a costume for pets in the morning and the adults in the early evening - it’s a great day of fun and entertainment! Pets are required to be restrained in some way and owners must clean up after their pets. All contestants are welcome to travel the festival and will be surprised at how many people will stop you just to take a photo!

Cash prizes!!!

• Humans: The two top aliens in each category and age division will receive awards. First place in each will receive $50 and a trophy, second place will receive a trophy. First place contestants should remain until the end of the contest to compete for Best Alien of 2012. The Best Alien will be awarded a trophy and $250.

• Pets: The top three pets will be awarded trophies. First place will also receive $50.

Categories are: Most creative, TV/ movie personalities, scariest For more information, call the Roswell Museum and Art Center at 575-624-6744, ext. 10 or visit www. roswellmuseum.org.

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LINCOLN The Anderson Museum of SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS Contemporary Art holds an eclectic collection OTERO of all forms of art WHITE SANDS / TULAROSA BASIN RUIDOSO • RUIDOSO DOWNS • HWY 380

ALAMOGORDO • CLOUDCROFT • TULAROSA to create any art while in Roswell. The

By Todd Fuqua point of the program is to get artists out Reporter of a high-pressure urban setting and ROSWELL – Most visits to Rogive them a chance to experiment and swell will likely include a trip to the expand.

UFO Museum, but located near the “A residency isn’t a new phenomrailroad tracks – specifically at 409 East enon. It’s not uncommon to have one, College Boulevard – is a museum that but they’re mostly in large urban areas,” most tourists might not expect in this Fleming said. “Making this residency southeastern New Mexico city.

The Anderson Museum of Contem- for a full year gives the artists a chance to get away from city life and reflect on porary Art holds an eclectic collection their work. of all forms of art and a wide array of “You can experiment, you can fail, mediums, all thanks to the vision of or not come out of your house for a Donald B. Anderson. month,” she added. “You’re free to exAnderson, an oilman and artist, plore your creativity, and that’s a luxury opened the place in 1994 mainly as a many artists don’t have. They’re supportway of sharing a lot of his personal art collection with the public. The museum ed whether they sell anything or not.”

This creative freedom obviously also gets many of its pieces from the makes the residency a popular one, and Roswell Artist-in-Residence program, the selection process – which occurs started by Anderson in 1967.

Nancy Fleming, a woman who does about once a year – involves hundreds of applications from around the world. “a little bit of everything,” is usually The residency has supported artists found at the museum, while her husfrom Japan, Australia, Europe, Argenband, Stephen, has run the residency tina and all across the United States. program since 1991.

There have been graduate art students “We have more than 400 works of and veterans of the business in their 80s. art here, and have had 200 artists in 42 “The jurors pore over the appliyears of the residency,” Fleming said. cations and decide which art has the The residency can support six artmost staying power,” Fleming said. “It ists at one time, living in a complex on depends on the range of the artwork the north side of town. Artists chosen submitted, and that’s why there’s such for the program get a house, studio and monthly stipend to create – or not create an eclectic bunch of artists.”

There are also works of art of all – on their terms. different styles and mediums throughout “They’re also offered a one-person the museum. Fleming said there’s really show at the Roswell Museum,” Fleming said. “They’re not obligated to do a no grouping of particular artists or time show, but usually they do it.” frames. The art is just there for people The artists are also not obligated to see in no particular order.

“It’s different than the typical museum,” Fleming said. “There’s something for everyone, and it feels comfortable.

Everyone is bound to like something.”

The eclectic nature of the museum means surprises around every corner, even though the collection isn’t updated

on a regular basis.

“We’ve had people revisit and swear up and down that there was a piece that wasn’t here before,” Fleming said. “It’s a permanent collection, and we don’t have a staff to constantly rearrange the art. There’s just that much

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Luis Jimenez portrait of Donald G. Anderson, founder of the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art and the Roswell Artist-in-Residence program. Jimenez was an RAIR resident in 1972-1973. Below, Anderson Museum director Nancy Fleming looks at a work by the museum’s founder – Donald B. Anderson. to see here.”

Admission to the museum is donation only, and despite it’s out-of-the way location, Fleming said the number of visitors each year is quite high.

“A lot of people will bring their families and out of town guests here,” Fleming said.

“There are more visitors than you might expect. We don’t do a lot of advertising, because most of our money goes straight to the residency.”

For more information on the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art or its

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figures enter the circle, similarly dressed with varied markings on the bodies and The Native Americans who live skirts. These are of another clan. They today on the Mescalero Apache Resercircle the fire, charge into the flames; vation areCARRIZOZO descendants of•bands known• LINCOLN CAPITAN • HONDO VALLEY thrust their staves at each other and the earlier as Mescalero, Chiricahuas and crowd. Then still another group joins in Lipan. with the other groups.

The Mescalero took their name Together they dance for the wellfrom the “mescal cactus.” The mescal, a being of the People and the crowd. This desert plant, in earlier days supplied the is the “Dance of the Mountain Gods.”

Apaches with food, beverage and fiber.

To understand it and envision the perHOBBS • LOVINGTON Literally it was their staff of life. formance of long ago, take a long look For this reason, says one Indian ininto the red flames and the shadows. formant, the Apaches of long ago made Picture the old Apache legend of the ceremonial tipi for the “Coming of the first men who ever saw the mounAge” ceremony from mescal stalks. tain ghosts.

Thus tribute was paid to the plant As was told to us in their youth, that meant so much to the people. After were two young men, one crippled •there ARTESIA the Apaches were confined toCARLSBAD this resand the other was blind. Their band had ervation, in mountain rather than desert been attacked and was fleeing from the country, evergreens were used as tipi enemy. For the good of our band, the poles instead of mescal stalks. Use of two handicapped men were left in a the evergreen is not inappropriate for lonely mountain cave so that they would the present-day tribal members because not slow the flight of their tribesmen. the reservation forests are the principal ROSWELLMay days and nights they waited source of tribal income. for their tribesmen to come and rescue them.

The Dance of the Mountain Gods Their food ran out, their bodies Night has come to the ceremonial grew gaunt. They came to fear that they grounds of the Mescalero Apaches. A had been abandoned, that death could small fire burns in the pit of the mediclaim them soon. Then one night as cine tipi on the west.

Small cooking RUIDOSO • RUIDOSO DOWNS • HWY 380 they huddled in the darkness, they heard fires smolder in the arbor of oak brush strange and frightening sounds outside on the south. But most eyes are on the the cave. The sounds became louder and big fire in the center of the ceremonial louder. Finally, into the cave stalked five circle as its flames reach skyward. mysterious figures ... four painted black A group of singers between the with white symbols and with strange and ceremonial tipi and the big fire start mystical headgear and one painted white. an age old chant. Into the circle from A mysterious light illuminated the east stompALAMOGORDO five figures, swaying, • CLOUDCROFT • TULAROSA posturing, and gesticulating. Four of the the cave silhouetting the figures of the figures are masked in black. Their upper strange intruders. The luminous rays bodies each are painted black also ‘’lith somehow became a bonfire. Around the fire the ghostly strangers danced, sacred symbols in white on their chests posturing and chanting, calling up on and backs. Each wears a mysterious headpiece, and a skirt and leggings of the winds and rain and brandishing their buckskin. Each is brandishing a broad staves against the unseen enemy. wooded stave in each hand.

The blind man and the crippled man The fifth figure is masked and cowered at first against the side of the painted in white. Tied to his belt at cave, certain that the ghosts had come the rear is a cowbell that clangs as he to them. They were powerful gods who stomps, prances and jests. The groups of would drive away evil that handicapped five circle the fire. Another group of five them.

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The gods led the blind man and the crippled man from the cave. The white painted god struck a gigantic rock with stick he carried and the rock became divided to form a new passageway.

Through the passageway stepped the blind man and the crippled man.

Suddenly the blind man could see and the crippled man no longer was lame.

Each was clothed in the finest buckskin and each carried the finest bow and arrows ever found.

The mountain gods were gone but the healed men were no longer’ alone.

In the distance a village of camps became clear. As they drew near the village, they learned it was of their own band, recently returned from a long journey. They joined their people and told them of the miracle that had occurred. They performed the dance just as the mountain gods had danced. For many generations hence, the Apaches have performed the “Dance of the Mountain Gods” to drive away sickness and evil bringing good health and good fortune. Each year the dance of the Mountain Gods is performed nightly during the annual Fourth of July Mescalero Apache Ceremonial. The “gahende-dance,” is now great fun for both the dancers and the audience. But look into the fire and the shadows, imagine being lonely and hungry and abandoned in a mountain cave. Then you can understand how the first audience of two must have felt when they first saw the mysterious dancers.

History of Sierra Blanca Mountain The Sierra Blanca/White Mountain, sacred mountain of the Mescalero Apaches, dominates the sun baked landscape of South Central New Mexico.

The White Mountain soars to 12,003 feet above sea level. It rises 8,000 feet and more above the desert sands to the west and the grasslands to the north and east. There are other peaks and other mountain ranges in almost every direction, but Sierra Blanca/White Mountain stands out above them all.

The White Mountain was a landmark for the first Spanish explores who pushed north from Mexico more than four hundred years ago. Later the peak guided the first adventures moving westward from Texas. It gave those early travelers their first sign, after long, dry and dusty miles, that they were nearing a region of tall pines, green grass and live water. The mountain promised respite from harshness of the arid plains.

For centuries before the first Spanish and other explorers moved into Sierra Blanca/White Mountain domain, another people had known the mountain’s power to soothe the thirst of both mind and body. These people were the Apaches.

The Apaches know the secrets of the mountains and the deserts as no other people have known them, before or since the first strangers came. Proud always and fierce when need be, the Apaches bowed to no one except their God. They live off the land and cared for no possession except land.

Far and wide the Apaches roamed over the region known today as the Southwest. They ranged from Texas to central Arizona, from far south in Mexico to the Peaks of Colorado. But they returned often to the Sierra Blanca/ White Mountain to rest from the rigors of the desert life, to refresh their spirits, to learn or relearn the White Mountain’s lesson of serenity and harmony between man and nature.

The Apache band that returned most often, perhaps, was the band that became known as the Mescalero. The Spaniards named them because of the mescal plant served the people as a principle food source.

There came to the Apaches in the last century a time of violence. Before it ended, the Mescalero and other Apache bands had lost most of their southwest empires. But the Mescalero were fortunate than other group Indian groups who also were dispossessed.

They could still live in sight for their sacred mountain, source of wisdom of the Mountain Gods.

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HAPPY HOUR! +++++++++++++++ 50 cents off all Drafts,12oz. Bottles, Well & Call Drinks. $2 off Large Bottled Beers and Appetizer Discounts!

MONDAY NIGHT POOL TOURNAMENT

Upstairs 7:30PM $20 Entry Fee 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Awards Double Elimination

+ WEDNESDAY NIGHT DUBLIN DOUBLES DART TOURNAMENT

For Menu Specials, Live Music Dates and Special Events:

KEEP UP WITH GRACE ON FACEBOOK! KITCHEN HOURS: SUN. -THURS. 11am to 10pm FRI.-SAT. 11am to 11PM

Upstairs 7:30PM Double In/Double Out 301

8PM - KARAOKE!

Potcheen, Highland Way and local musicians will be gracing our stage this summer!

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Here’s a sample of our lunch fare featuring our new sandwiches:

SERVED11am-2pm Crab Sandwich $7.95 One of our Doolin Crab cakes on a corn dusted bun Fish Sliders $7.95 Battered cod on slider buns Grilled Cheese $5.95 Choice of American, cheddar, Mozzarella, Swiss or pepper jack on Texas Toast or Rye Bread BLT $5.95 Choice of cheeses, apple wood smoked bacon, green leaf lettuce, tomato on Texas toast or Rye bread BBQ Chicken Sliders $6.95 Smaller version of our BBQ chicken sandwich, your choice of mild, wild, or volcanic Breakfast Baguette Sandwich $8.95 Baguette sandwich made with over hard eggs, rashers, sausage, served with chips

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Luxury at the Lodge

By Sue Hutchison Reporter suehutch@valornet.com Tucked away at 9,000 feet is The Lodge at Cloudcroft, which, since 1899 has been delivering visitors a unique lodging experience. Clark Gable and Judy Garland used to frequent The Lodge and today, hospitable luxury is still their hallmark.

A family atmosphere, with stellar service offers guests warmth coupled with excellence. A few of The Lodge’s employees have been in service over 20 years, and several have been a part of the workforce family for over ten.

With staff loyalty the norm, guests expect friendliness and familiarity from visit to visit. Some have made The Lodge their home away from home.

The structure today is not original.

In 1909 a fire destroyed The Lodge.

A two year project moved and rebuilt The Lodge in its current location.

Today’s structure stands proudly on a hilltop overlooking White Sands National Monument in nearby Alamogordo. It still retains the charm of the early 1900’s, with rooms excelling in providing modern amenities.

The Lodge offers a variety of lodging choices to match many budgets.

From the Governor’s Suite to a standard guest room, each is outfitted with luxury. Stand alone lodging, and rooms at the original site in The Pavilion Bed and Breakfast are available year round.

Amenities include a fitness center, swimming, sauna and hot tub, lawn games in the summer and pristine hiking trails tucked away on the grounds, reserved for Lodge guests.

The Lodge’s world class restaurant, Rebecca’s, offers outstanding dining. A legend is repeated of a beautiful red-haired chambermaid whose lover found her in the arms of another. Rebecca soon disappeared and there are those who insist her spirit still inhabits the halls of The Lodge. Regardless of her presence, Rebecca’s restaurant offers a delicious and relaxing dining experience. Charles W. Johnson quietly and with perfection plays the dining room grand piano to accompany evening and brunch meals. He takes requests and provides a memorable experience. The menu is expansive, prepared by internationally trained chefs and dessert is aflame. Peach or cherry

flambé is prepared at guest’s tables and is exceptional. Sunday Brunches are attended by not only locals and guests, but lowlanders from outlying communities of Otero and Lincoln Counties.

Lisa Thomassie, General Manager, along with Chrystal Watters, who is the Administrative Assistant/Marketing Manager frequently visit among the guests, making certain each one receives the superior service for which The Lodge is famous.

An unmatched alpine golf course, one of the highest in the nation, awaits Cloudcroft guests. With pristine air and thinner oxygen, golfers notice

their games improving and golf balls soaring farther than at lower altitudes.

A nine hole, designed with Scottish traditions of playing two tees with separate flags at the hole, make an 18 hole course to challenge all golfing levels. Open from April to November each year, it’s advised to call ahead for tee times.

The resort includes a spa, several meeting spaces, a ballroom for special events and is sought after as a venue for special occasions. For information regarding fees, availability, and reservations, phone 575-682-2566 or 800-395-6343.

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MARK KASHMAR HARD KNOCK BLUES BAND 24/7 BLUES BAND BUZZ & THE SOUL SENDERS THE PLEASURE PILOTS THE KINSEY REPORT

www.ruidosoblues.com

SCHEDULE

Friday June 1 @ The Quarters The Pleasure Pilots • 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

SaTurday, June 2 @ Wingfield Park Mark Kashmar • 12 to 12:45 p.m.

Hard Knock Blues Band • 1 to 2:25 p.m.

24/7 Blues Band w/ Gary Stamper 2:30 to 3:45 p.m.

Buzz & The Soul Senders • 4 to 5:30 p.m.

The Pleasure Pilots • 5:45 to 7:15 p.m.

The Kinsey report • 7:30 to 9 p.m.

SaTurday, June 2 @ The Quarters Festival Musician’s Jam – Buzz & The Soul Senders • 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Sunday June 3 @ The Quarters Sunday Blues & Bar-B-Q • 24/7 Blues Band 3 to 7 p.m.

Tickets $20 in advance $22 at the gate • All Active Military $15 in advance $20 at the gate • Kids 12 & Under FREE advance sales call 866-207-4816 or 575-257-9535 Buy online at www.ruidosoblues.com Or at The Quarters, 2535 Sudderth Beer Tasting Tent presented by Budweiser Food • Beverages • Vendors • Games Ok to bring water. No coolers or pets please.

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The psychling chronicles:

Service

The morning was brisk and windless as I rode one of my favorite rides to Fort Stanton to “pat the mailbox” in remembrance of the US Postal Service’s support of American cycling during Lance Armstrong’s domination of the Tour de France. Lance Armstrong’s athletic integrity has often been challenged but his struggle for Tour dominance was the result of sacrifice and determination to achieve a worthy goal. I sometimes stop to remove an outer layer of clothing for the just over three mile climb back to the airport plateau and know that I will have an interruption of a different kind upon my return leg.

Whether I stop or not at the post office, there have been two moments of appreciation that have caused me to pause and reflect on this particular ride during the last many years. On the way down to the historic site, I stop pedaling, sit upright in the saddle, and salute our fallen heroes as I glide past the Fort Stanton National Cemetery.

America’s Bicentennial was cause for Chris and I to enable her father to journey back to Fall River, Massachusetts to visit the USS Massachusetts battleship of his wartime service in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters.

The trip took about three weeks and 27 states were visited. Some points of sacrificial historical significance were visited along with a number of locations in the National Park system. Without question, the most endearing event was setting foot upon the deck of the battle-

ship with a man who had, like all veterans, helped secure a way of life that is envied in the more than two hundred countries of our political world.

I photographed liberally as Ruben Sandoval told of his near-death experience for the first time. He then touched the 16-inch guns of the turret he manned countless times and he recounted the power of the blasts as the ship moved sideways on the ocean. At that moment we were incidental to his journey into the past.

For some reason, in my fiftieth year, my dad chose to reveal to me his Army, World War II experience as a foot soldier on European soil and I remembered that his only previous war reference was that he had had enough of camping. I listened with the attentiveness of a preschooler being told a spooky campfire story. Why had he chosen now to tell me of his service? I didn’t see him again until Alzheimer’s disease had incapacitated his memory and one of my brothers now sacrifices his time to care of him twenty-four, seven.

As I pedaled up past the Fort Stanton National Cemetery breathing deeply, I paused again, challenged by the incline, and offered a second salute to all the men and women who have served allowing the rest of us the freedoms for which they sacrificed. May this Memorial Day remind us to thank Veterans every day for their service that enables us to live the life too many can only dream to achieve.

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Psychling profile: Galen Farrington (2004) in the Iron I was a New Butt Association York City transplant for endurance in 1967 for college motorcycling and where I met Chris, a have tested my native New Meximotorcycling encan, and we started durance in events our public school ranging from the careers with the 1,000 miles in less Ruidoso Municipal than 24 hours to School District in the 4Corners event August, 1973. Chris which circumnaviretired after 30 gates the contiyears of elementary nental US in fewer teaching and I rethan 21 days (my tired after 35 years Galen Farrington “door to door” was of teaching English rablady@beyondbb.com 12,000 miles in 16 and the psycholriding days). Chris ogy program I was asked to create. We started a bicycle and I motorcycle toured the US, Canada, and Mexico for 10 years club, the Alpine Shifters, which led during the 70’s and 80’s gathering to my work with the US Cycling material for our classes.

Federation from 1984 through 1996 I have been fortunate to have and resulted in the attainment of ridden my bicycle in most parts of a Category Two Olympic Coach the country during my more than 50 status (Category One required me years of road riding. Bicycle riding to terminate my teaching at RHS). has enabled me to commute to work, That same year I reconstructed a chess program that was started in the race with some of the country’s best, tour self-contained with students and 1970’s by a science teacher at that friends, and ride for the health of time, Bill Streeter. At the 1997 US it with friends almost every day in Open (chess), I certified as a chess beautiful Ruidoso. coach through the Chess in EducaI now teach English 102 at tion program and the US Chess ENMU-Ruidoso and am excited to Federation and coached the high be offfered the opportunity to teach school chess team until my retirea new class this spring, Motorcycle ment in 2008.

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Guadalupe Mountains National The plan and environmental asPark Superintendent Dennis A. Vásquez sessment will take into consideration announced that the National Park ideas, issues, concerns and visions of Service (NPS) is initiating a plan to park staff and the public for the Salt RUIDOSO • RUIDOSO DOWNS • HWY 380 enhance visitor use at the Salt Basin Basin Dunes. Visitor access to the Salt Dunes area on the west side of the park. Basin Dunes has been addressed in The NPS is seeking public input on a the park’s Draft General Management proposal to improve trail head facilities Plan/Environmental Impact Statement in an area of the park that includes the (February 2008). second largest gypsum dune field in the Vásquez stated, “We would like to United States, as well as cultural sites, hear from the public about our proposal wildlife and plant life. to improve•the visitor access and experiALAMOGORDO • CLOUDCROFT TULAROSA ence in the Salt Basin Dunes area. Once The area was added to the national we have a complete list of issues, we park in 1998 and has been accessible to will define planning alternatives and the public on a limited basis. The NPS prepare a Development Concept Plan/ proposes to improve public access by Environmental Assessment for public improving road access and providing review and comment.” facilities to include parking for up to 10 The National Park Service cares for vehicles, restrooms, and a shaded picnic special places saved by the American shelter. The public is invited to review a draft document, which outlines the back- people so that all may experience local heritage. ground and possible alternatives. The Public comments may be submitdocument can be found at the NPS planted from May 9 through June 7, via the ning site, www.parkplanning.nps.gov/. electronic public comment form on the The NPS will complete an enviNational Park Service Planning, Environmental analysis consistent with the ronment and Public Comment (PEPC) National Environmental Policy Act System at www.parkplanning.nps.gov/, (NEPA) and National Historic Preservawhich is the preferred method, however tion Act (NHPA). It is anticipated that comments may also be hand-delivered this process will take approximately 90 or mailed to Superintendent, Guadalupe days to complete and this is the first of Mountains National Park, 400 Pine two points in the process where public Canyon Drive, Salt Flat, Texas 79847. comments will be invited.

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Museum Lea County Cowboy Hall of Governor Susana Martinez and Fame at New Mexico Junior College. the New Mexico Arts Commission have announced who will be recipiThe Governor’s Arts Awards ents of the Centennial 2012 Gover-ROSWELL were established in 1974 by Governor nor’s Awards for Excellence in the Bruce King and First Lady Alice King Arts. to celebrate the extensive roles - both “Arts and culture have played economic and cultural - that artists, such an important role in New Mexcraftspeople and arts supporters play in ico’s history, it is only fitting that we the life of New Mexico. A diverse and honor these amazing artists and supprestigious list of painters, weavers, porters for their contributions during sculptors, dancers, storytellRUIDOSO • RUIDOSO DOWNS • HWYmusicians, 380 our State Centennial year,” said Govers, poets, actors, playwrights and poternor Martinez. “We applaud these ters have been honored by the govertalented artists and arts contributors nor’s arts awards, now in its 39th year. who do so much to enrich our lives, Past awardees include Maria Martinez, educate our children and improve the Bill Mauldin, Glenna Goodacre, Tony quality of life in our great state.”

HiIlerman, Georgia O’Keeffe, Patrick “The Centennial 2012 Governor’s Oliphant, N. Scott Momaday, Tammy CLOUDCROFT • TULAROSA Arts AwardsALAMOGORDO ceremonies will be •held Garcia, Luis Jimenez, Pop Chalee and on Friday evening, Sept. 14, 5:15 - 7 Robert Redford. p.m. at the St. Francis Auditorium, Nominations for the awards are New Mexico Museum of Art in Santa invited each year from arts groups and Fe. interested New Mexicans. All nomiThe J. F. Maddox “Foundation nations are reviewed by a committee of Hobbs was established in 1963 of the New Mexico Arts Commission,

by Jack and Mabel Maddox to serve which sends its recommendations the residents of southeastern New to the full commission and to the GovMexico. The foundation has played ernor. The Centennial 2012 Awards an important role in funding the arts Selection Committee was chaired by in Lea County, supporting many arts Arts Commissioner Terri Salazar of organizations, events, education, and Los Ranchos, and included Arts Comcommunity development initiatives. mission Chair Sherry Davis of Santa The foundation gave approximately Fe, and Arts Commissioners Charmay $426,000 to arts and culture projects Allred of Santa Fe, JoAnn Balzer of and events in Lea County in 2011. Ten Santa Fe, Glenn Cutter of Mesilla, years ago, the foundation granted $1.5 and John Rohovec of Silver City, as million to fund the establishment of well as Chuck Zimmer, manager of the CORE Knowledge curriculum in the state public art program for New the Hobbs Municipal Schools which Mexico Arts. Loie Fecteau, execuincluded principles in teaching liberal tive director of New Mexico Arts, arts, with emphasis on visual arts and served on the committee in a nonvotmusic. The foundation has been a ing capacity, and Virginia Castellano, longtime supporter of organizations a program manager for New Mexico such as the New Western Heritage Arts, provided technical support.

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Hobbs selected for Center for Innovation, Testing & Evaluation (CITE)

Pegasus Global Holdings has proposed to locate a privately financed owned & operated Center for Innovation, Testing & Evaluation (CITE) in the State of New Mexico.

With the support of New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez, Pegasus has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the state’s Department of Economic Development.

CITE will serve as an open operating test, evaluation and commercialization facility for next-generation innovations and technologies. It will provide

a proving ground for technologies arising from the federal laboratories, universities, notfor-profit technology centers, federal departments and agencies, and the private sector. The facility will be designed to allow new technologies to integrate into the nation’s urban, suburban and rural “legacy infrastructure,” and provide detailed measurable results on their impact to the economy and its many sectors, e.g., energy, transportation, telecommunications, security, and agriculture.

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ed physical facility modeled on a medium-sized American city, including its urban, suburban, and rural areas, built with standard roads, buildings, power, water, telecommunications and operating systems. Representative of today’s modern cities, CITE will allow clients to test the benefits and costs of their proposed next-generation innovations and technologies, hardware and software. Development, construction, and operating costs of CITE will be funded by the private sector. CITE will create 350 new direct jobs and it is expected to create more than 3,500 new indirect jobs through construction of the facility, supporting industry, and contractors. Due to the large impact that this facility will have on the economy of the State of New Mexico, Pegasus Global has built strong relationships with local and state government representatives, state universities, and federal laboratory leadership to help develop efforts to create a strong sustainable workforce.

CITE Benchmark test and evaluation facilities: Green energy

One of the fastest growing segments in energy production is focused on green technologies, but challenges still exist in the integration of these technologies into existing out-dated infrastructure. CITE will provide unique opportunities to drill down into the cost of introducing solar, wind, and Smart Grid technologies in a real

world setting to help determine the next steps to success.

Intelligent transportation systems

CITE will be home to a transportation highway/road network consisting of both high-speed, urban canyon, suburban and rural roads permitting testing and demonstration of new Intelligent Transportation System technologies, which are advancing rapidly in Europe and Asia. CITE will provide a highway infrastructure that will allow clients to test and evaluate unmanned vehicle technologies, traffic management systems, and vehiclebased applications without endangering other drivers.

Homeland security

Homeland security is a key component of the plan for CITE, which will include a secure testing area for first responder technology with the benefit of proximity to the civil and commercial infrastructure.

Next generation wireless infrastructure

A next-generation wireless infrastructure - terrestrial and satellite - is planned to serve CITE, permitting the development, installation, testing and commercialization of high speed broadband technologies across all sectors of our economy, e.g. energy, transportation and security, as well as extension of such services to underserved communities.

Roadrunner Mudboggs Season Schedule 2012 June 2 July 7 August 4 Sept. 1 Oct. 6 Nov. 3

Pointsrace @ nadine, racestarts 2 Pm, PAYouT Out of Town, Roscoe TX. Points race @ nadine, race starts 2 Pm, PAY ouT Points race @ nadine, race starts 2 Pm, PAYouT “Bogg for a cause” nadine race starts 2 Pm ** All proceeds go to Breast Cancer/ Cure for Autism charities** Points race FinALe @nadine, race starts 12 noon, PAY ouT ** Points race season champions for ALL classes ** drivers meeting half hour before race, gates open one hour before race for inspections; Location: south of hobbs, NM, 1.4 miles East on Nadine Rd., on south side of road.; spectators: 13 and over $5. 12 and under are Free racer Fee: $40 per truck and driver + one pit crew member. Call 575-397-5115 for more info.

What should I eat?

the beneficial carboThe health and hydrates needed. wellness industry is Proteins are imbooming as we see portant for our bodbillions of dollars ies as they provide spent annually in the energy and are essearch for a healthy sential in the manubalance. Unfortufacturing of hornately not everyone mones, antibodies, agrees on what enzymes and tissues. healthy eating is.

It is suggested we There are more than consume 50 grams 70 food pyramids of protein a day for available and each optimum health. one varies. We also Angie Fernandez Protein can be found experience differVeggie.gurl09@gmail.com in both animal and ing opinions from experts, and the ever popular fad diets plant sources, but plant based proteins are easier for the body to break down. can confuse us even more. So what A few excellent sources of protein should we eat? include garbanzo beans (chick peas), The human body is of immaculate design and has the ability to work lentils, nuts and quinoa.

Fats also provide energy and perfectly in all of its functions necescontribute to several functions of the sary to sustain life; all we have to do body including brain development. is give it the proper “fuels” to keep The three types of fats are saturated, it functioning properly. For optimum polyunsaturated and monounsatuhealth, the human body needs water, rated. Saturated fats, which should carbohydrates, proteins and fats, be 10 percent or less of our caloric along with a variety of vitamins and intake, can be found in meat and dairy minerals. products, but easier to digest options Water plays a major role in all would include plant based sources, functions of the body’s processes, such as coconut oils and vegetable which includes carrying nutrients to shortening. Excellent monounsaturatdesignated areas and carrying toxins ed sources would include avocados, out through urination and sweat. It is suggested that we consume 80 ounces nuts, olive oil and canola oil. Polyunsaturated fats can be found in nuts, of water each day, but that could be seeds and fish. less if you are achieving a proper Along with these four basic balance of fresh fruits and vegetables nutrients our bodies also needs an which contain water. Some of the array of vitamins and minerals. If one most H2O-dense foods are watermelon, apples, blueberries and grapefruit. consumes a variety of colors when consuming fresh fruits or vegetables, Cucumbers, broccoli, celery and a diverse variety of vitamins and cabbage also contain a good amount minerals shall be received. If you are of water. unsure if you are receiving the proper Carbohydrates play an imporamount of vitamins and minerals, it is tant role in supplying the body with suggested to take supplements which energy. Carbohydrates can be found may help you obtain a proper balance. primarily in plant based foods, such Consuming these nutrients in as fruits, vegetables and legumes, but their most natural form is best for may also be found in dairy products. maximum nutrient uptake by the Some excellent and easy to digest sources of carbohydrates are broccoli, body. In the wise words of Aristotle, “If one way be better than another, spinach, carrots, tomatoes and zucchini. A majority of fruits also contain that you may be sure is nature’s way.”

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Gregg Rollie Band Together with Carlos Santana’s searing electric guitar work, it was Gregg Rolie’s compelling baritone and keyboards in “Black Magic Woman” that sent the historic tune’s intoxicating rhythms to the tops of music charts around the world.

That was in 1968, just one year after Rolie & Santana co-founded the Santana Blues Band, a wave-cutting formation that seized the massive Woodstock crowd with its epic sound.

The music world was never quite the same. Prior to Rolie & Santana joining forces, there had never been such a Latin-Blues infused rock & roll sound on the airwaves. The band, which thereafter shortened its name to Santana, carved the way.

Rolie was also the writer and arranger, lead singer, keyboardist & organist of the equally definitive Santana masterworks “Evil Ways,” “Oye Como Va” and “No One To Depend On.” His amazing vocals and extensive riffs — together with Santana’s mind-blowing guitar and fellow band members’ percussion, timbales & congas — thrust melodies like “Soul Savor” “Jingo” and “Europa” into the realm of musical perfection.

Indeed, Rolie, whose storied career includes founding and performing as lead singer and keyboardist in five multi-platinum, critically acclaimed rock bands of the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s (Santana, Journey, The Storm & Abraxas Pool), was a key component in the success of Santana during its hit making years of 19681971, a feat that helped prompt his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1996.

Rolie’s latest incarnation, The Gregg Rolie Band, which he formed in 2006, is yet another incredible brew of industry greats. The group is kind of like a Who’s Who of the rock world: bassist Gary Brown, a fellow Santana alumni who has also toured & recorded with Steve Windwood, Dianne Reeves, & Lou Rawles; timbalist Adrian Areas (son of original Santana percussionist Jose Chepito Areas); drummer Ron Wikso (who was also in The Storm) and whose career includes performances with Cher, Foreigner and David Lee Roth; keyboardist Wally Minko, who’s toured & recorded with Jean Luc Ponty, The Chieftains, Pink, Barry

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Manilow & Tom Jones; guitar virtuoso Rocket Ritchotte, who recorded & toured with Steppenwolf, Rick Springfield & Foreigner, and who can be heard on hit TV show soundtracks “Friends” & “Promised Land;” percussionist (drums, congas) Elliot “Toby” Borrero, a highly accomplished percussionist who has played the full spectrum of Afro-Caribbean music, and Rolie’s stellar vocals & keyboards.

The Gregg Rolie Band kicks-off the Spencer Theater’s 15th Summer Season of shows on Saturday, May 26 at 8 p.m. Packed with festival feel, this will be an outdoor concert packed with Santana hits and hefty riffs of era favorites. Enjoy lawn seating ($49) and table seating ($59). Outdoor cash bar service will be available, as will a pre-show Enchilada Buffet ($20) starting at 6 p.m. Please bring blankets or chairs. Excellent seats are available! Call the Box Office at 575-336-4800 or go to www. spencertheater.com for tickets.

Summer Season 2012 is sponsored in part by The Hugh Bancroft Jr. Foundation, The Lodge at Sierra Blanca, Inn of the Mountain Gods, Ruidoso Ford-Lincoln, R.D. & Joan Dale Hubbard Foundation, Ventanas, The Enjoyment of Fine Southwestern Living, Rainmakers, New Mexico Magazine, Walton Stations of New Mexico, KWES 93.5 FM, KBUY 1360 AM & 94.7 FM and KWES 1450 AM Fox Sports; KEDU 102.3 FM, KOBR Channel 8, Burt Broadcasting in Alamogordo KZZX 105.3 FM, MTD Media radio stations KRUI-1490 AM, KIDX 101.5 FM, KNMB–96.7 FM, KTUM 107.1 FM, and the publicity support of Ruidoso News, Ruidoso Free Press, Ruidoso.net and Ruidosoattractions.com.

Spencer Theater is a world-class performance hall located in the Sacramento Mountain settlement of Alto, about 12 miles north of downtown Ruidoso. Unique architecture, outstanding acoustics, intimate seating, and excellent artistry are the Spencer’s celebrated features. The elegant, award-winning hall, which first raised its curtains in 1997, seats 514, with no seats farther than 67 feet from the 4,770 square-foot stage.

The Spencer also has a 964 square-foot outdoor stage that can seat 1,500. From its Spanish micaflecked limestone face to the crystal lobby, the building itself is a work of art. Free public tours are offered at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the year.

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United Way 2-1-1 FanFare drive provides fans to needy families Hobbs – The United Way 2-1-1 Help Line is commencing the 5th annual FanFare drive for 2012, a project that helps the poor and elderly to obtain safe, new fans to help battle the summer heat. Fans are obtained through the generous donations of individuals and companies, who are asked to contribute new fans or funds to be used to purchase fans.

Every year, thousands of heat related deaths are reported in the United States, a staggering number of which are senior citizens. Between 1999 and 2003, more than 3,400 heat related deaths were reported in the United States and 40 percent of those were senior citizens over the age of 65. Summer temperatures present unique challenges to many people, depending upon circumstances. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control, heat waves are the most deadly weather events in the United States. A heat wave is defined as three or more days of temperatures over

90 degrees and more people die as a result of heat waves than hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes combined.

Children and older adults are at greatest risk for heat-related injury, as are those who live alone, lack air conditioning, use certain types of medications and suffer from certain chronic illnesses, such as cardiac diseases.

Fans will be collected through Aug. 1 at the United Way office, 320 N. Shipp, Suite B in Hobbs. One stipulation is that fans must be brand new. Used fans won’t be accepted for liability reasons.

Those wishing to obtain a fan through the FanFare program will be required to complete a short application and meet income guidelines. Fans will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis to those who qualify.

For more information on FanFare 2012, contact United Way at 2-1-1 or 393-8203 or email kim@unitedwayofleacounty.org.

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ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR • 5-22 thru 5-28

TUESDAY MAY 22 Live Music at WPs in midtown ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY MAY 23 Farmer’s Market at sBs Wood shavings in Glencoe from 9 to 11 a.m.

The Sterilizers perform at Casa Blanca restaurant on mechem drive from 6 to 9 p.m.

Live Music at WPs in midtown ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

THURSDAY MAY 24 Spencer Theater Annual Benefit Golf Tournament, inn of the mountain Gods championship Golf course, 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. 1 p.m. shotgun start. 18 hole scramble. Awards handed out and hors d’oeuvres served after the tournament. For more information, contact shana: 575-336-4800. $125 per Player. $250 to sponsor a hole.

Live Music with TomTom and friends at sanctuary on the river, 207 eagle drive, 12 - 1:30 p.m.

Enjoy hearty soups and salads at chopchop inspired salads and have some lunch-time fun with live music performed by TomTom and friends every Thursday. For more information, call 575-6301111.

Mark Kashmar, country blues, cafe rio, Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30.

Karaoke with DJ Pete! Cree Meadows Lounge, 6 - 11 p.m., every Thursday, evening, including all-you-can-eat taco bar from 6 - 9 p.m. Pass the word, the Cree Meadows lounge is open to the public!

Mark Remington performs at the swiss chalet inn, mechem drive, 6 p.m.

Live music at WPs in midtown ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

FRIDAY MAY 25 Ruidoso Downs Racetrack OPENING WEEKEND, runs thru 5/28, 12 - 5 p.m. ruidoso downs Race Track hosts exciting annual live racing from memorial day weekend through Labor day. our spectacular summer races take place Friday through Monday with a 1 p.m. post time, with the exception of some holidays, like Opening Weekend - post time is 12 p.m.

Come and watch history in the making at ruidoso downs race Track and Casino. For more information, call 575-378-4140; www.

raceruidoso.com. Free.

G. Harvey Print Kickoff for the Ruidoso Federated Women’s club, Lawrence Brothers iGA, 721 mechem dr. This is the kick off for the annual raffle that the Ruidoso Federated Women’s Club has to raise money for the club. They are raffling off a G. harvey print. Tickets are $1. The drawing takes place Labor day weekend. For more information, call the Ruidoso Federated Women’s club: 575-257-2309.

The Rascal Fair and White Oaks Community Market, 5 p.m. to dark. Produce, plants, flowers, crafts and unique entertainment.

Every Friday through the summer.

Mike Sanjku performs in Wendell’s restaurant at the inn of the mountain Gods resort & casino from 5 to 10 p.m.

Doug Fuqua performs in Wendell’s Lounge at the inn of the mountain Gods resort & casino from 5 to 11 p.m.

Cree Meadows Country Club is hosting a fish fry and live band.

Cantina Night at Laughing sheep Farm, 1 mile west of Lincoln, Hwy 380, mm 96, from 5 to 9 p.m. Live music with guitar and fiddle playing Western swing.

Tomas Vigil performs at Landlocked Restaurant on Mechem drive from 6 to 9 p.m.

Mark Remington performs at the swiss chalet inn, mechem drive, 6 p.m.

Susan Kolb performs at the No Name Café 6 - 9 p.m. during Prime Time Fridays. 522 sudderth, 575257-2253. Friday evening dinners are by reservation.

The Eliminators perform at casa Blanca restaurant, mechem drive, 6 p.m.

Lincoln Co. Community Theatre: “The Day They Kidnapped the Pope,” enmu Annex at 203 White mountain dr., 7 p.m. “The day They Kidnapped the Pope” is by Joao Bethencourt. This delightful comedy tells the story of how cab driver sam Liebowitz from New York City ends up with an unlikely passenger - the Pope!

The message of peace and hope for the world underlies an adventurous and hilarious story of sam’s family having to handle having the Pope staying in their small apartment! For more information, go to www.lcct-nm.com. Admission: $10 per person.

Levi & The Plateros at Mountain Annie’s Center For The Arts, 2710 sudderth dr., 7 - 9 p.m. The Plateros have performed over 400 shows since 2005 and are considered one of the most exciting bands to watch live. Their perfor-

Things to do every day Ruidoso River Museum - Open at 101 Mechem Drive in the building which previously housed Rush Ski Shop. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Monday. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

Smokey Bear Park is open in Capitan. The Smokey Bear Historical Park is located on highway 380 (better known as 118 Smokey Bear Blvd.) in the heart of the Village of Capitan and is open everyday of the year except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s day. Entrance fees into the park are $2 for adults, $1 for children 7-12.

Children 6 and under are free. Smokey Bear Historical Park is operated by EMNRDForestry Division.

Simulcast Horse Racing at Billy the Kid’s Race Book at Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino. Simulcast races are shown live from across the country and betting windows are open to place your wager.

Billy’s Race Book also serves delicious food and has a full bar. If you love horse racing, it is the place to go.

Hubbard Museum of the American

West, Ruidoso Downs - the �irst New Mexico museum to be granted “af�iliate” status with the Smithsonian Institution. The Museum is home to an extensive permanent collection of magni�icent carriages, wagons, saddles, �irearms and Indian artifacts, as well as ever-changing traveling exhibits. Located just east of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track on Highway 70, the entrance to the Museum features the landmark bronze “Free Spirits of Noisy Water,” one of the largest equine sculptures in the U.S. with eight larger-thanlife horses, representing seven different breeds. The Museum is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission begins at $6 for adults with discounts available for seniors, military and youth. The Hubbard Museum of the American West is owned and operated by the City of Ruidoso Downs. To �ind more information on the Hubbard Museum of the American West, please visit www.hubbardmuseum.org or call 575-378-4142.

“Biennale Grande” juried art show and exhibit, Hubbard Museum, 26301 Hwy 70, Ruidoso Downs, runs through July 15.

The 2nd “Biennale Grande” art show and exhibit is in the Museum’s Green Tree Gal-

formation, call the Ruidoso Federated Women’s club: 575-257-2309.

Ruidoso Valley Noon Lions Gun & Collectible Show, Ruidoso Convention Center, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Explore aisles and aisles of booths filled with all sorts of treasure. For more information, contact Kitty 575-258-1345 or Bill Allen 575257-2776. Admission is $5 for adults & kids get in free when accompanied by an adult.

Mercado Del Artisan Outdoor Fair at river rendezvous, 524 sudderth dr., 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. runs through memorial day. come enjoy live music & wonderful fine art; including, gourd art, pottery, mosaics, jewelry, metal art, photography, and much, much, more!

Vendors wanted! For more information, call 575-257-2997. Free admission.

Memorial Day service, Fort stanton, 11 a.m. remembering those who served in defense of our country.

Doug Fuqua performs in Wendell’s Lounge at the inn of the SATURDAY mountain Gods resort & casino MAY 26 from 5 to 11 p.m.

Mike Sanjku performs in WenG. Harvey Print Kickoff for the Ruidoso Federated Women’s dell’s restaurant at the inn of the club, Lawrence Brothers iGA, 721 mountain Gods resort & casino mechem dr. This is the kick off for from 5 to 10 p.m.

Summer Kick Off Party at the annual raffle that the Ruidoso Federated Women’s Club has to Cloud Nine - Business After raise money for the club. They are Hours, 2801 sudderth dr., ruraffling off a G. harvey print. Tick- idoso, 5 - 7 p.m. Join Cloud Nine ets are $1. The drawing takes place for a Memorial Weekend CelebraLabor day weekend. For more in- tion! There will be jewelry and art-

mance is filled with some amazing energy bringing a mixture of blues, rock, funk, and gospel. in 2009, they won “Best Blues” at the New Mexico Music Awards from their 2nd album “hang on.” in 2010 they won Best music Video at the dreamspeaker Film Festival in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. For more information, contact Mountain Annie’s: 575-257-7982; www. mountainannies.com. Tickets are $20.

Michael Beyer performs older songs and jazz at Kokopeli country Club in Alto from 7 to 10 p.m.

Karaoke at The Elks Lodge on Highway 70, next to the Ruidoso Emporium, at 7 p.m. with All For Fun Karaoke.

Johnny & the Crashers (Classic rock) perform in club 49 at inn of the mountain Gods, 8 p.m.

Live music at WPs in midtown ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Live music downstairs at Lucy’s Cantina in Midtown Ruidoso from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

lery. Original art from some of New Mexico’s best artists will be on display. The Biennale Grande is a juried �ine arts competition that seeks to recognize and honor excellence in the contemporary visual arts of the American West. Thirty-nine artists, representing 54 pieces of original art, were selected as �inalists for the show. These artists and their works will bene�it from regional recognition and exposure through New Mexico’s �irst Smithsonian af�iliate museum, as well as the opportunity to sell their work(s). The Hubbard Museum is open 7 days a week 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 575378-4142, or visit www.hubbardmuseum. org. Free with admission to the museum.

Pillow’s Funtrackers - Open weekends and most holidays throughout the year.

101 Carrizo Canyon Road just off Sudderth.

Pillow’s Funtrackers is the premier family fun center in New Mexico. We have been providing fun to thousands of families for over twenty years. Our park includes three go-kart tracks, miniature golf, arcade, Mountain Maze, and seasonal attractions such as Bumper Boats, Panning for Gemstones, Rock Climbing Wall, Extreme Air and Kiddie Bounce House.

ist demonstrations. Catered with wine and lots of goodies. Lots of door prizes and drawings for some really great art and fine jewelry. This takes place after hours so there will be plenty of parking. For more information, call 575-6301933.

Book Signing: “Hard Country”

by Michael McGarrity at Books etc., 2340 sudderth dr., 6 - 7:30 p.m. “A tale of love and loss, survival and sacrifice, lawlessness and virtue, “hard country” is a rare and extraordinary story of one family’s struggle to settle and endure in the vast, untamed territory of New mexico.” - MichaelMcGarrity.com.

For nformation, call 575-257-1594.

Acoustic Open Mic, Cree Meadows Country Club, 6 - 9 p.m.

Everyone gets 15 minutes or 3 songs whichever comes first. They bring their own instruments and are encouraged to bring all their friends. hosted by the band “second nature,” which has been performing in Ruidoso and surrounding areas for the past 20 years. For more information, call ile Boren, 257-0872.

Tomas Vigil performs at Landlocked restaurant & Bar on Mechem from 6 to 9 p.m.

Mark Remington performs at the swiss chalet inn, mechem drive, 6 p.m.

Free Movie at Sacred Grounds: “Mrs. Miniver,” 2825 sudderth dr., 6:30 - 9 p.m. “mrs.

Miniver “won seven Oscars includ-

ing, Best Picture and Best director.

Greer Garson, who won for Best Actress, commands the screen as mrs. miniver, a middle-class British housewife whose strength holds her family together as World War ii literally hits their home. Walter Pidgeon, as her architect husband, seems to be the prototype for future TV dads in this affecting portrait of love - familial and romantic - during war. The 1942 film is filled with colorful characters, snappy dialogue, and sensational plot twists. For more information, call 575-257-2273; www.sacredgroundscoffeeshop.com.

FLYING J RANCH OPENS! hwy 48 n, Alto, 6:50 - 9 p.m. enjoy a great cowboy dinner, then sing along with the after-dinner performance – a Western stage show featuring the Flying J Wranglers!

For more information, call 1-888458-3595 or 575-336-4330; www. flyingjranch.com. $24 for adults (13 years and older). $14 for children. Children 3 and under do not require a ticket or reservation. Reservations are strongly suggested.

Lincoln Co. Community Theatre: “The Day They Kidnapped the Pope,” enmu Annex at 203 White mountain dr., 7 p.m. “The day They Kidnapped the Pope” is

by Joao Bethencourt. This delightful comedy tells the story of how cab driver sam Liebowitz from New York City ends up with an unlikely passenger - the Pope! The message of peace and hope for

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Sponges are not appliances Copyright © 2012 Jay McKittrick

…and sponges…It ain’t make no sense!

Ladies and gentlemen, sponges are not appliances. You don’t have to keep them for seven years to get your money’s worth out of them.

Use them for seven days, or a couple of weeks, and then throw them away. It’s ok! They’ll make more.

In fact, it’s a little known trade secret, but sponges are designed to be disposable. Spread the word.

And people, this is America, so you can own more than one sponge.

For example: You could use one to clean your dishes, and another for the tub, and yet another for the toilet. Buy a case of sponges, and tell your friends that you’re becoming a sponge hoarder. They’ll think you’re rich and eccentric like a movie star.

But guys are the worst spongers, I think – especially bachelors – because a bachelor will date seven

the world underlies this adventurous and hilarious story. For more information, go to www.lcct-nm. com. Admission: $10 per person.

The Eliminators perform at casa Blanca restaurant and cantina on mechem drive from 7 to 9 p.m.

Michael Beyer performs older songs and jazz at Kokopeli country Club in Alto from 7 to 10 p.m.

The Gregg Rolie Band, spencer Theater, 108 spencer rd., Alto, 8 - 10 p.m. Together with Carlos santana’s Latin blues-based electric guitar work, it was Gregg Rolie’s compelling baritone and keyboards in “Black magic Woman” that sent the tune’s intoxicating rhythms to the tops of music charts around the world. Rolie was also the writer and arranger of “Black magic Woman,”, “evil Ways,” “oye como Va” and “no one To depend on.” There will be a preshow buffet at 6 p.m. For more information, call 575-336-4800; www.spencertheater.com. This is

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girls a year, yet buy one sponge for life. What does that say about our loyalties?

But ladies, you allow it. Don’t you?

So the next time you go over to your boyfriend’s apartment, pound on the door, and when he opens it say to him: “Look…we’ve gone out for two weeks, and I don’t care about the other women, but tonight it’s me or that sponge.

Guys love it when you yell about inane things like sponges.

Lincoln Co. Community Theatre: “The Day They Kidnapped the Pope,” enmu Annex at 203 White mountain dr., 2 p.m. “The day They Kidnapped the Pope” is

by Joao Bethencourt. This delightful comedy tells the story of how cab driver sam Liebowitz from New York City ends up with an unlikely passenger - the Pope! The message of peace and hope for the world underlies this adventurous and hilarious story. For more information, go to www.lcct-nm. com. Admission: $10 per person.

SK Band (classic rock & counSUNDAY try) perform in club 49 at inn of MAY 27 the mountain Gods, 8 p.m.

Ruidoso Valley Noon Lions Live music at WPs in midtown Gun & Collectible Show, Ruidoso ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 Convention Center, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. a.m.

Explore aisles and aisles of booths MONDAY filled with all sorts of treasure. For MAY 28 more information, contact Kitty 575-258-1345 or Bill Allen 575MEMORIAL DAY 257-2776. Admission is $5 for Live music at WPs in midtown adults & kids get in free when ac- ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 companied by an adult. a.m. an outdoor performance. The buffet is also outdoors and costs $20.

General admission is $49. Bring your chair or your blanket. Table seats are available for $59 for the buffet and the performance.

Johnny & the Crashers (Classic rock) perform in club 49 at inn of the mountain Gods, 8 p.m.

Live music at WPs in midtown ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Live music downstairs at Lucy’s Cantina in Midtown Ruidoso from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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