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PUBLISHER Richard Coltharp Contents 575-524-8061 [email protected] 6 GUEST 16 MUSIC SCENE • Smooth Sounds 29 CYCLES OF LIFE • Committed to Commuting COMMENTARY • An Classical guitarist opens school in Las Starting a new year of cycling by Fr. Gabriel EDITOR Unattended Death Cruces by Billy Huntsman Rochelle Elva K. Österreich Writing contest win- 575-680-1978 ner gets closure from 16 ARTS FAIR • Original Work 29 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT • Minimalism [email protected] surprising source Las Cruces venue opens in All the Rage March Asking for a spark of joy by Suzanne Barteau ADVERTISING 6 POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE COORDINATOR • Journeying 17 CHROMATIC SCALE • 30 TUMBLEWEEDS • To Standing Rock Pam Rossi 575-635-6614 A visit to Arizona Ruidoso DAPL issue still in limbo by Morgan Smith [email protected] Strumming on Sacred Ground 6 LETTERS • Musical Moments by Marty Racine 30 PIPELINE UPDATE • Is it Over? DISTRIBUTION An encouraging moment in Standing Rock Sioux wait COORDINATOR New Mexico 18 ARTS EXPOSURE • by Suzanne Barteau Teresa Tolonen 575-680-1841 Gallery Guide [email protected] 7 EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK • Area arts venues listed 31 GHOST ADVENTURES • Show Visits All the Little Lies Las Cruces ADVERTISING SALES Growing relationships 19 ON SCREEN • World War I Travel Channel lms in Old Mesilla Silver City by Elva K. Östereich Turns 100 Ilene Wignall 575-313-0002 Fort Bayard spring lm series 32 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT • Grant County Events [email protected] 7 DESERT DIARY • begins Weekly happenings in Grant County My Valentine LAYOUT AND DESIGN How one man is many things 19 BUSINESS IN BUSINESS • 33 POLLUTION PREVENTION • Energy Work Stacey Neal, Cary J. Howard, by Patricia Skillingstad Morning Star NMSU engineering staff helps small Ryan Galloway Serving Silver City for 25 years businesses in T or C 8 MANEUVERING ELDERDOM • WEB DESIGNER They (heart) Animals 20 BORDERLINES • Gas Prices in Mexico 33 SUPPORTING ONE ANOTHER • Ryan Galloway Artists reveal comfort of creatures Protests over rising costs by Marjorie Lilly Crochet for Kids by Vivian Savitt Foster children reap benets of program COLUMNISTS 21 PUBLISHER’S NOTEBOOK • The Greening Marjorie Lilly, Sheila Sowder, 9 TALKING HORSES • I’m Talking to Myself of the State 34 HIGH PLACES • It’s a Bumpy World Scott Thomson, Bert Stevens, Jim The power of private speech Legislature looking at marijuana legalization Rock house mine hike in the Organs Duchene, Vivian Savitt Jennifer by Scott Thomson by Richard Coletharp by Gabrielle Teich Gruger and Fr. Gabriel Rochelle

10 SWEET TIME • Chocolate Fantasia 22 EXPLORING HERITAGE • Catholic or Jew? 35 BRONCO SUE • 2017 Best Western 1740-A Calle de Mercado Wild West Days, new kick-off time Finding Sephardic tradition in New Hat Maker Las Cruces, NM 88005 Mexico by Lisa Maue Custom headwear team creates 575-524-8061 11 LAS CRUCES FILM FESTIVAL • classics www.desertexposure.com Writer Comes Home 24 MAKING CONNECTIONS • by Jennifer Gruger Medoff student to receive award Human Systems Research by Elva K. Österreich Archeology in New Mexico 36 TABLE TALK • Caution by Elva K. Österreich A little salsa goes a long 12 TERRITORIAL CHARTER • way by Billy Huntsman Stepping Back in Time 26 RANDOM ACTS OF NONSENSE Sliver City celebrates a beginning • Granpa, P.I. 37 RED OR GREEN • Desert Exposure is published monthly by Lucy Whitmarsh Revisiting raising dad and distributed free of charge at choice Dining Guide establishments throughout Southern by Jim Duchene Restaurants in south- New Mexico. Mail subscriptions are $54 13 FOR THE LOVE OF ART • west New Mexico for 12 issues. Single copies by mail $4. Month of Celebration 26 GUEST COLUMN • All contents © 2017 OPC News, LLC. Twenty years of February love Wheelchair Rants 41 40 DAYS AND 40 All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced without by Mike Cook The view from a seated position by NIGHTS • Events Guide written permission. Cathy Ward For February and a All rights to material by outside 14 ON THE WALLS • Border Images little beyond contributors revert to the author. Views The convergence of borders and minds on 27 THE STARRY DOME • expressed in articles, advertisements, display graphics and/or photos appearing in Horologium, the Clock 46 ON THE TRAIL • Desert Exposure do not necessarily re ect Hostages in time Improvement Partners the views of the editors or advertisers. 14 ON STAGE • Directing Workshop by Bert Stevens Trail advocates get together to Desert Exposure is not responsible Community theater holds classes make plans for unsolicited submissions of articles or in Silver City 28 SUBORBITAL • artwork. Submissions by mail must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for Along El Camino Real 51 LIVING ON WHEELS • reply or return. It will be assumed that all 15 ARTS EXPOSURE • Arts Scene On foot from El Paso to the Saving Amazon submissions, including email letters, are Latest area arts happenings spaceport Getting out of your comfort intended for publication. All submissions, by Elva K. Österreich zone by Sheila Sowder including letters to the editor, may be edited for length, style and content. Welcome to the community! As the chill fills the air... Alphonse Aversa, MD Dr. Aversa and his wife moved to Silver City to be near their daughter and to enjoy the slower pace and sunny climate. Dr. Aversa practiced and taught internal medicine We’vefor many years got in New York.you He looks covered forward to serving his new community. • Flu Shots Main Clinic Bayard Clinic Heather Schmidt, MD 1600 E 32 St 608 Winifred St Dr. Schmidt specializes in family• Medicare medicine.Wellness Originally Visits from Michigan,Silver City, she NM Bayard, NM recently moved here with her• Mentalpartner from Health Cranberry Lake, a small town in NY. She is happy to be back in a big city ... The Family Clinic Deming Clinic • Podiatry Meredith Moss,1380 HWY 180 E PA-C 1511 S Lime St Meredith practices family• medicine.Urgent CARE- She mostwalk recently in lived inSilver Tucson, City, NM Deming, NM AZ but is originally from Wisconsin.clinic She moved here with her beloved • Imagingdogs and to lab enjoy in thehouse Gila Wilderness. Accepting Silver City Deming 1600 East 32nd Street 1511 South Lime Street New See our website 1380for Highway more services 180 East Bayard and information www.silverhealthcare.org For All Clinics or Call 608 Winifred 5755382981 Street Patients! www.silverhealthcare.org CALL (575)538-2981 6 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com GUEST COMMENTARY Writing Contest Follow-up

n November, 2016, Prinnie ceased. Female was dressed in years old, from a remote village “Prinnie,” he wrote. “Thank birth certi cate in the clothing of McCourt received an Hon- camo.” in Honduras. Her native language you for your response to my the girl. ICE contacted the Hon- Iorable Mention award in McCourt received something was Mayan. Her family was noti- communication about the UDA duran Consulate and was able the Desert Exposure’s writing even more important to her in ed and she is now back in Hon- in the desert. Your composition to obtain the next of kin infor- contest for her poem, “An Un- December, a reader’s response duras. There are photographs of got to me as this death did and mation. As to who pays for all of attended Death.” The poem was offering closure. A eld deputy her short life. There was closure. I wanted to ll in the blanks as this, it depends. In many cases inspired by a police report from medical investigator for Grant, It is a sad event, that is true, but, I felt that you needed closure. the United States taxpayers pay June, 2016, in the Deming Head- Hidalgo and Luna counties, life goes on.” — Mike Like you I have posted articles the full freight. light, “The body of a female, age responded to the poem in an Grati ed at receiving his email, in the local papers and there are “In our area, we typically have 13 to 17, was discovered by the email. McCourt wrote back to thank no responses. It seems to be a one or two UDA’s a year. I per- US Border Horse Patrol in the “The girl did not die alone,” him and received more informa- one-way ticket to the dark side sonally do not have any statis- desert east of Columbus, N.M. he wrote. “She was with others, tion and response. She told him of the moon.” — Mike tics on UDA deaths in our area No identi cation for the de- who left her there. She was 18 she had imagined the girl would So, encouraged, McCourt or their age or gender nor do I remain unidenti ed and be bur- wrote back with more questions, know how the decedent trav- ied in an unmarked grave and the which he graciously answered. eled from Honduras to Palomas. family would never know what “First of all, I work from My main response area is Grant Happy New Year! happened. She said she was in- home,” he wrote. “I am on call County and have occasional cas- debted to Mike for letting the and respond when there is an es in Luna, Hidalgo, and Sierra Year of the Rooster readers know what happened. unattended death. There was a county.” — Mike Beginning on Jan. 28, it is now the year of the Rooster per the Chinese zodiac. Postcards From the Edge People born in a year of the Rooster are Desert Exposure Travels considered obser- vant, hardworking, resourceful, coura- If you have guests geous, talented and from out of town con dent in them- who are having a selves. 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(Photo by Jen Thomsen) DRIVEWAYS - GRADING - UTILITY TRENCHES DEMOLITION - RETAINING WALLS STUMP REMOVAL EROSION CONTROL Letter to the Editor TREE CLEARING TOP SOIL - FERTILIZER According to the news story, vir- not look WASP, Albuquerque and ahiahok.com An encouraging ahi@gmail.com tually every customer and employ- New Mexico have risen to the oc- ner omini al-reine moment ee in the store came to the support casion. of the assaulted woman, and the as- We have our problems – as we in New Mexico sailant was escorted from the store. who live here know better than You don’t have to be obsessed anyone – but still there is a spirit Dear Editor, with the Holocaust (as I am), nor of kindness and community and Many New Mexicans may not be well-versed in any such dark chap- diversity in New Mexico which I aware of an incident in Albuquer- ters of history, to appreciate how think is extraordinary, and shows que (reported Nov. 24, 2016) about encouraging this is. Even in the itself in this and many other ways. a (presumably Muslim) woman current atmosphere of bullying Let’s cherish and encourage this wearing a hijab (scarf) in a super- and racism stirred up even beyond and perhaps be an example for the market, who was verbally assault- “normal” by some politicians and rest of the country in these trou- ed by a hysterical woman telling “opinion makers,” which has result- bled times. her to go back where she came ed in sharply increased incidents of Jim Terr from, etc. harassment of anybody who does Las Vegas, N.M. 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EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK • ELVA K. ÖSTERREICH All the Little Lies Growing a relationship by knowing when to be honest

n a society with more and will call you later, or a million er one looks, the further back ndings is that to increase the ings are there at the foundation. more oversight, people trust other things about appearance it goes. The truth is there is so likelihood of honest behavior in There are times when a part- Ieach other less and less ev- and connection and wanting. The much to lie about that lies have business or personal settings, it is ner wants to know everything ery day. Some workplaces are problem getting worse are the always been used by people to important not push a person into about how you are feeling, but requiring satellite tracking on bigger, more important issues. protect themselves, to protect a corner but rather to give him sometimes all they need is reas- their employees, others have For example, you’re depressed others, because it’s easier to lie or her time. People usually know surance. “I’m ne,” is enough as reams of quali cations they de- and can’t get out of the funk, than to explain, to get what they it is wrong to lie, they just need protective buffering when inse- mand. you know there is help avail- want and any number of other time to do the right thing.” curity is behind the question. The problem is, the more re- able through various programs reasons. It’s not worse at all, it’s When in a loving relationship, “I understand,” demonstrates stricted our lives become and but to get that help, maybe you the same as its always been. lying becomes a trickier busi- care and concern, even if nuanc- the more rules are set up, the have to be suicidal. You make As usual, I have lost track of ness. There is a ne line between es don’t add up all the time. harder it becomes to be honest. that call and say, “I am thinking the point. Maybe it is just “think damaging yourself and others To me, Stone’s lies aren’t real- Following that, once you tell a about killing myself.” You get before you lie.” with lies and promoting trust. ly lies but details of empathy and little lie, it gets easier to lie, and the help you need but then you Research reported by the As- Readers Digest writer Chel- connection. It’s all in the thought there you are. The most honest are stigmatized and people treat sociation for Psychological Sci- sea Stone suggests sometimes and time and tolerance. If you person in the world has been you with kid gloves. They watch ence, found that people lie the honesty isn’t the best policy. She behave honestly, your words will sucked in to the lie machine. you, and sometimes might take most when they are pressed for lists ve lies that are okay to tell follow. Trust is at risk here, and every your rights away by having you time, when they don’t have time a partner. little lie degrades the connec- committed. to think about their answer and Shut down a ght by saying Elva K. tions between human beings. Or, you work for an insurance the need for truth-telling. “you’re right,” even if you don’t Österreich is For example, the popular habit company as an intermediary, “When people act quickly, they agree. editor of Desert of blaming the phone/Internet you have a client who is getting may attempt to do all they can Say “you look great,” imme- Exposure and connection/email for miscom- the services and care he needs in to secure a pro t — including diately so you don’t broadcast delighted to be munication both makes people the way he needs it. But as the bending ethical rules and lying,” negative thoughts when asked holding of ce feel technology is unreliable rules the company has get more University of Amsterdam psy- about potential negative quali- hours in Silver while at the same time makes and more constricted, you must chology researcher Shaul Shalvi ties like “do I look fat?” City. In 2017 the day changes legitimate technology failures nd creative ways to serve both said. “Having more time to delib- Deceptive affection can ll in and I will be there on the third seem like lies. client and insurance company erate leads people to restrict the even if you don’t feel a certain Thursday of the month (Feb. 16) But the little things have al- which sometimes involve lies. amount of lying and refrain from way at a given time. It’s OK to from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at ways been there, the white lies to But my hypothesis breaks cheating. say “I love you more than any- the Yankie Creek Coffee House. tell people they look great or they down here because the deep- “One implication of the current thing,” as long as the true feel- Please drop by and say hello.

DESERT DIARY • PATRICIA MCKAY SKILLINGSTAD My Valentine How one man is many things and love never gets old

orty years ago, I put in Retired Ernie has learned how a singles ad seeking an to relax for the rst time in his F“Appolonian/Dionesian life whether it is lying in the sun, X-Breed.” or learning how to play ping Thirty years later, to quote a pong with a grandchild. friend’s letter, “a gentle widower Domestic Ernie washes the observed Patricia’s ne quali- dishes for me, vacuums the ties,” and we found one another. oors and does all the RV dirty Since then, my life has been in- work. ordinately enriched: He cooks an occasional meal, Appolonian Ernie shares helps with the laundry, drives books and ideas with me. We me to innumerable errands with- have studied western history out complaint, and is learning and indian cultures together. Af- to sew so we can make crafts ter less than a year, I feel I have together. He even paints my toe- been happily RVing forever. nails! Dionesian Ernie has eyebrows Wonderful Ernie treats me like like Jack Nicholson. With his lit- a cherished equal, on the one tle forehead wiggle and a special hand I feel safe and protected, glint in the eye, he makes me and on the other we are strong feel like the most desirable of partners sharing a new life. He women. will do everything with me un- Strongman Ernie can break less I want some private space rocks apart with a mighty lunge and that, too, is granted with a Ernie and Patricia Skillingstad share a moment, holding their marriage together with humor and if they are in my path, and leap air. We can spend a day or eve- love. (Courtesy Photo) on a maddening bull to protect ning together in silent harmony. me when needed. He can (and ing to try all kinds of new things. tried out dreads. feline next to him. (Not me – I’m After a very long wait for does) x anything, usually with- He has braved the jumping chol- Animal Lover Ernie has on the other side - but he won’t prince charming, my life has out so much as a “honey-do” im- la at Joshua Tree, driven a tank searched all night for a missing disturb me either.) He worries become a fairytale romance petus. at the Patton Museum, gotten kitty, goes out at all hours to get about the welfare of the pets left thanks to the existence of one Adventurous Ernie, who had weighed on the huge scale at a fresh food and won’t turn over in at home and asks about them in very special valentine, Ernie never before left his farm, is will- morgue, grown his hair long, and bed lest he disturb the sleeping his calls. Skillingstad. 8 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

MANEUVERING ELDERDOM • VIVIAN SAVITT They Animals Two artists reveal the comforts of creatures

et’s relinquish those swiftly unravelling New driving a nail was a challenge. But fair or not, I ac- Year’s resolutions to Valentine’s Day sen- cepted it.” Ltiments and our ageless love of creatures. McDaniel’s life also involves challenge. Every Their allure, beauty, majesty and delightfulness summer, she participates in the Colorado Rocky — appearing in art since prehistoric times — are Mountain Bike Tour, a 400-mile trek with 40,000 feet present in the uplifting work of Silver City artists of climbing. Jan Fell and Chris McDaniel, both sexagenarians. She has spent the last four decades biking, hiking Fell, who has owned the Copper Quail Gallery for and camping with her husband Larry, a retired vet- eight years, describes the 17 other artists whose erinarian. work shows in the space as “true friends” and col- “We have a great life, but realize there isn’t that leagues in elderdom. much time left,” McDaniel said. “We want to make it Prior to moving to Silver City, she spent 20 years all count. And we also worry about the state of the living in Arizona’s White Mountains and recalls hap- world and do a fair amount of public service.” pily cutting wood with a chainsaw, bringing up her “Prior to our marriage, Larry handed me a copy of daughter, and observing and raising animals that James Herriot’s ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ and she would “never dream of eating.” It was there in said ‘this is how I want to live.’” rural Show Low that she taught herself to paint. Long before the couple moved to Silver City, they Beginning with traditional pen and ink drawings, had made several forays into the Gila Wilderness — over time Fell progressed to paint. eventually with their two children in tow. “I kept at it because it was so enjoyable,” she said. A Stephens College art graduate who also taught The nooks and crannies of Fell’s life allow ample in an inner-city school in St. Louis, McDaniel ab- space for her stunning wildlife paintings. Her acryl- sorbs the outdoors as a palette for her textiles. She ic miniatures — ranging from frogs and birds to por- began drawing, carving and stamping her cloth im- cupines and bats — are widely collected. Outside ages 10 years ago with painter Elli Sorenson serving the gallery, Fell’s home and studio also serve as res- as a mentor. idence to her two shelter dogs, John Doe and Clyde. “Elli taught me production and also to trust my “Animals,” Fell said, “are pure and each creature own instincts about design and color,” she said. plays its perfect part in balance with nature. As I fell McDaniel’s photography, along with illustrations in love with animals my spirituality increased.” from books and magazines, provides resource ma- Fell does not attend church, but “leans on God, terial for her art. and reads the Bible every day.” She photographed an Orsini’s viper during a cy- Both Fell, 69, and McDaniel, 63, express their cling trip through the French Pyrenees and was concerns about longevity and living life fully. Hav- amused to encounter snakes in France. However, ing spent the previous year caring for a sister who it is local ora and fauna that appear foremost in has Alzheimer’s Disease, Fell ponders her own mor- her work. tality. Like many elders, her approach to life has tak- On the Continental Divide Trail near Sapello en on more immediacy. Campground, McDaniel photographed agave in “It both propels and worries me. I’ve always been bloom to capture the extraordinary hues of its ow- a hard worker, but not an optimist. Now I treasure ers. They materialized on a tablecloth — a commis- — not just love — things that I never treasured be- sioned piece. fore: my time, my family and my pets.” Shortly before Christmas, McDaniel ventured “Also,” Fell said, “I don’t feel like I t in this world into Copper Quail Gallery seeking a gift for her son. Jan Fell at her Copper Quail Gallery, 211 N. Texas St. Although — I’m not a modern person. I am probably one of She felt an immediate connection with Fell’s work the eyepatch lends her a buccaneer aura, it serves as an aid against double-vision. (Photos by Vivian Savitt) the last two people in the world who loves to write and chose an owl painting for him. It is now part of letters. a small collection of Fell’s wildlife art that “sits on “I have a great deal of respect for elders, especial- his mantle in Durham, North Carolina,” McDaniel ly those that struggle with a cane or a walker and said. Desert Willow Stable still manage to smile and carry on with courage. Although the two artists do not know one anoth- Exclusive Care & Boarding The will to thrive — in people who have a lot going er, their mutual appreciation for animals and the against them — inspires me to be like that.” natural world serves as a bond and an anchor for 25 Years Experience Due to a weakening eye muscle, Fell suffers from them both. double-vision. 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Motifs from a recent tablecloth design. Chris McDaniel’s ber art, usually stamped on linen, Chris McDaniel and her dog, Kip, with a wintry includes potholders, throw pillows and napkins. agave in the background. In vet-speak, Kip is a An array of her work is at Blue Dome Gallery in mixed-breed with “hybrid vigor.” the Arts District and Bear Mountain Lodge. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 9

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FILM FESTIVAL • ELVA K. ÖSTERREICH Event Brings Writer Home to New Mexico Medoff student to receive award in Las Cruces

eturning for another writers and learning experience. LCIFF is cosponsored by editing and technology. year, the Las Cruces crew pull to- “Learning how to do im- New Mexico State University An acting seminar featuring RInternational Film Fes- gether during prove comedy gave me the and features both a lm-mak- casting directors is being of- tival is bringing lm commu- the week, con dence and the skill set to ing contest for independent fered with the intent of pro- nity from across the country rehearsing. write comedy weekly for a na- lms both local and interna- viding area actors a chance together for a fabulous affair Then, the tional audience,” he said. tional participants, and show- to hear what it takes to break from March 8 to 12. show is shot “I am proud of him as a for- ings of contemporary lms. into the business and what Hollywood comedy writer/ in one day, mer student,” Medoff said of This year free industry work- casting directors are looking producer will return to New sometimes in Foster. “And as an adult, I am shops include acting, screen- for in an audition. Mexico where he attended Don Foster front of a live respectful of him as a creative writing, make-up, special ef- For information and tickets, high school and went on to be audience. force in the universe.” fects, app development, lm visit www.lciffest.com. a theater student with Mark “You make changes all the Medoff at New Mexico State while, throw new lines at University in Las Cruces from them,” Foster said. “The au- 1978-81. dience is the test audience. If Foster is traveling to Las they laugh, you know it’s going Cruces in the company of one well.” of the stars he worked exten- Foster said he has the best sively with, Johnny Galecki, of job in the world. SAVE THE DATE! “Big Bang Theory” fame. “I haven’t had all the jobs in Galecki and Foster will be the world,” he said. participating in the LCIFF in “But I would be hard pressed a panel discussion together. to imagine a job that was bet- Foster will be accepting the ter than this. It’s about smart, Las Cruces Home Builders Association Mark Medoff Outstanding creative, interesting people Achievement in Entertainment creating the best possible Writing Award. production. Long hours are a “Writing is my passion,” small price to pay for the best Foster said. “It’s what drives job in the world.” everything else I do in the tele- But he also writes for him- vision business.” self every day, by himself. He He said comedy television has a lot of projects he does is different from lm in that it for himself, he said. One of the is the writers who create the things he has his focus on is shots and are called executive a project featuring the desert producers. in lm, the director Southwest prominently. calls the shots. In television, “I grew up primarily in the the writer gets to make all the desert Southwest, which is decisions. The buck stops at why I still think of New Mex- the writing executive produc- ico as my home even though er.” I’ve been in LA for 26 years,” In 1990, Foster, coming from Foster said. “It is without a an improv culture, had the doubt a factor in who I am.” opportunity to write for the When he watched television “Rosanne” show. He found as a child, observing and learn- with the improv theater ex- ing, everything was set in Los perience, he ourished in the Angeles or New York or some March 4th March 5th writing team situation come- ctitious Midwest town. The dies are created in. 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TERRITORIAL CHARTER • LUCY WHITMARSH TALKING HORSES continued from page 9 In this column, the author dressing or commenting on their Silver City Celebrates talked about one of the most mistakes or incompetence. What obvious uses of out-loud private I’m suggesting here is focus on speech, the times when you can the steps or movements of the see or hear an athlete having a techniques and the positives to a Beginning conversation with himself prior teach yourself and improve your to or during a competition, or skills. n Saturday, Feb. 18, during an intense workout when Notice I’m not telling anybody Silver City will cele- trying to learn a new play or per- to talk to their horse to improve Obrate the 139th Anni- fect a movement or stroke. It the horse’s behavior or perfor- versary of the signing of the would appear this is part of our mance. That’s still a waste of Town of Silver City Territo- DNA and plays an important role time in my book. But, if we’re rial Charter by Gov. Samuel in the way we learn, think and hard-wired to talk to ourselves Axtell on Feb. 15, 1878. Silver perform. to help us learn faster, gain con- City is the oldest, continuous- When I think back to my early dence, stay focused or improve ly incorporated municipality days with horses, I realize I drew movement, then by all means in New Mexico. a lot of my approach to learning use this to improve your horse- On Jan. 26, 2016, the Town this new activity from my days manship. If you’re in a group Council of Silver City adopt- as an athlete. Yep, I talked to my- or there are other people in the ed a resolution designating self a lot. I had a continuous con- arena you may want to keep the Saturday closest to Feb. versation going on about where those conversations to yourself 15 as Territorial Charter Day. to stand, how to hold a rope, or you’ll probably nd the other The day has been set aside to where to put my leg, how and horse owners wondering about celebrate the unique histori- when to apply an aid. If I was your sanity. But, when you’re cal evolution that has helped alone, this conversation would alone with your horse, see if shape Silver City into the turn from internal to external. some self-dialogue, you to you, community that it is today. I understood the goal of good helps improve your skills and This year’s celebration be- horsemanship was to have most con dence. gins with an opening ceremo- of this become instinctive, hap- It can’t hurt. And, unless your ny at the Silver City Museum, pening from “feel” rather than horse puts his hooves up to his 312 W. Broadway Ave. at 10:30 thought, but I was nervous, a bit ears because you’re talking too a.m. Feb. 18, followed by a tion of Doña Ana County. Af- dwellings, ve smelting fur- scared at times, and this was all much, he probably doesn’t care program of traditional mu- ter silver was discovered in naces, two hotels, two print- new to me. Maybe this self-talk, and will actually appreciate your sic from the late 1800s. At 1 1870, the town site was laid ing of ces, a livery stable, a when added to the enormous efforts to improve your skills. p.m., there will be a two-hour out and the name for edgling jewelry shop, a watchmaker’s number of hours I put in and the hike through the historic min- community selected. In 1871, shop, two shoemakers, six great teachers I had, helped me Scott Thomson ing sites on Boston Hill. At 4 Silver City was designated as quartz mills, 10 retail shops, progress as quickly as I did. lives in Silver p.m. there will be a biscocho the Grant County Seat. At the three bakeries, three meat I often do hear people talking City and baking contest judging and time, Silver City was a silver markets, a brewery, four to themselves when they work teaches natural bake sale at JavaLina Coffee mining town with a popula- carpenter shops, two black- with their horses, but it seems to horsemanship House at 117 W. Market St. in tion of 70 in 1870. By 1872, smiths, a lumber yard and a be more along the lines of com- and foundation Silver City. the population had grown to ments like “you dummy” or “why training. You Grant County was formed 1,000, and in 1873, an inven- BEGINNING did you do that” or “I can’t believe can contact him at hsthomson@ in 1868 from the western por- tory of buildings included 284 continued on page 20 you did that”. In other words, ad- msn.com of 575-388-1830.

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FOR THE LOVE OF ART • MIKE COOK Month of Celebration Las Cruces artists have 20 years of February love

or the Love of Art Month, ors, paintings, fractals, jewelry, nity Theatre, 313 N. Main St., always in February, is photography, silk art, ceramics, will present its three nal per- Fcelebrating its 20th year mixed media and much more.” formances of Edward Albee’s in Las Cruces. There also will be art exhi- award-winning play “Who’s In 1997, ArtForms Art Asso- bitions and performing arts Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” on ciation, a nonpro t, was found- events throughout the month. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, ed. Local entertainer Chris Wag- Feb. 2 through 5. “February nds ArtForms goner (he and his wife, Liza, The 2017 ArtForms Member members drawing our mem- own Boba Café and Caba- Show will open during the rst bership, other arts organiza- ret) will be performing his Friday Ramble on Friday, Feb. tions and the community into much-heralded Neil Diamond 3 and continue through Satur- Mike Stephens’ “Oh What a Night” melds romance and the love of the ArtForms organized and tribute at the Rio Grande The- day, Feb. 27. It will be held at art for a Love of Art Month presentation. promoted For Love of Art cel- atre, 211 N. Main St. downtown Mas Art Frame & Art Supply, ebration,” according to www. on Saturday, Feb. 11. The Black 126 N. Main St., the El Paso artformsnm.org. Box Theatre, 430 N. Main St., Electric Gallery inside Rio “Following the Las Cruces will present Deborah Zoe Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main Happy Valentine’s Day City Council proclamation de- Laufer ‘s “Out of Sterno” con- St., and Mesquite Art Gallery, claring arts an important com- tinuing through Feb. 12. Black 340 N. Mesquite St. The show ponent of a community’s qual- Box Theatre will present the will be juried with award rib- ity of life, galleries, museums, Mesilla Valley Dance Collective bons going to rst-, second- Please JOIN US for non-traditional venues and art- performance of “A Reimagin- and third-place entries, plus an ists’ studios welcome the public ing of Pandora’s Box” on Sat- honorable mention award. ALLARTIST CHOCOLATE to exhibits reecting the vibran- urday and Sunday, Feb. 25 and For more information, visit GROUP cy, diversity, history and culture 26. The Las Cruces Commu- www.artformsnm.org. FANTASIA of art in southern New Mexico” SHOW throughout the month, the web- FEB 727 FEB 11 site continues. “Special activi- ties include studio and gallery tours, a member art show and art venues all around the town.” Copper Quail Gallery 211 A N. Texas-Corner of Texas and Yankie in Silver City • OPEN TUES-SUN 11–4 • 575-388-2646 The Founders Exhibit will be held throughout the month of February at The Gallery at Big Picture, 311 N. Main St. in downtown Las Cruces, right next to Las Cruces Community Theatre. Event guides for the 2017 Love of Art Month are available at locations throughout Las Cruces and Mesilla, including the Las Cruces Art Museum, 491 N. Main St. downtown. The event guide lists the studio tours and arts events that will be going on during the month, along with a map. For the Love of Art Month will include artist studio tours every weekend in February. Studios will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. “A total of 28 artists’ studios will be open this year, often with more than one artist displaying their work,” accord- ing to ArtForms. Check the event guide to nd out when each gallery is open. “You will This zebra by Milette Lanphere embodies some of the joy and nd local artists displaying excitement of For the Love of Art Month in Las Cruces. (Courtesy sculpture, ber arts, watercol- Photo) Blackwell’s Antiques & Gi s PRACTICE ART FOR SOMETHING SPECIAL... Studio Art Classes at the FOR THAT SOMEONE Las Cruces Museum of Art SPECIAL...

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Mountain Music CHECK US OUT ON CRAIG’S LIST A look at the border wall in Nogales, Arizona during “Border Convergence.” New & Used Musical Instruments ON THE WALLS Consignments Trade-Ins FeVa Fotos Presents 2330 S. Valley Drive 523-0603 M-F 10AM - 6PM • SAT 10AM - 5PM • SUN 10AM - 2PM Border Images

onvergence - of Bor- A large ORIGINALS ders and Minds” is image from MOLLY the name of the new the Mexico PRINTS “C side, as seen exhibit of original photography through the SCULPTURES by FeVa Fotos, photographers RAMOLLA border wall at HANDCRAFTED Sandy Feutz and Tom Vaughan, Nogales, Ari- GALLERY UNIQUE GIFTS that is up at the Mimbres Re- zona. (Pho- gion Art Council Gallery for the tos by FeVa month of February. Photos) The exhibit is based on the 203 N Bullard St unique and intriguing event that Silver City NM the photographers attended and photographed this last October 575-538-5538 in the Arizona border town of Nogales. “The Border Conver- OPEN Tues. - Sat., 10 - 5 gence” was sponsored by nu- merous regional and national organizations and drew approxi- mately 1,200 people from across the United States who gathered G A L in peaceful demonstration of N ’ Son the corner of L E I N Yankie & Arizona in R Y concern for Mexico/United F Downtown Silver City States border issues. Come celebrate with FeVa Fotos intent with this exhibit is to capture the beauty, wall where music and speeches MRAC gallery located in the us in February! passion and emotion of the gath- were being held on both sides of Wells Fargo Bank Building. The ering and share it with the Silver the wall during two days of the exhibit is available for viewing Join us Feb. 10 •4 to 6pm City community through their three-day event. from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Tues- WESTERN ART SHOW photography. Of particular inter- “Convergence - of Borders day through Friday, during Feb- featuring REBECKA SASICH est was the march to the border and Minds” is on display at the ruary. Finn’s Gallery Open Thurs. - Sat. 10-5 ON STAGE Sunday Noon - 3 FOR 406-790-0573 INFO Directing Workshop Offered by Silver City Community Theatre

Open for ChocolateFeb. 11, 2017 Fantasia he Silver City Commu- duction Manager for WNMU’s for residents of southwest New nity Theatre (SCCT) is Fine Arts Theater and taught Mexico in all aspects of theater Toffering a workshop on technical classes as well as mask — stage work, publicity, acting the basics of stage directing. making, makeup for the stage, and costuming. The objective Taught by Ann-Marie Elder, as- and introduction to theatrical of this young theater company sociate professor of theater at design. She has been directing is to enrich, educate and enter- Western New Mexico University, shows at WNMU since 2006 in tain with a vibrant range of live this workshop consists of two cooperation with Theatre Group theater experiences year-round. 3-hour sessions, 4 to 7 p.m. Fri- New Mexico, which she helped The group draws on the commu- day, March 3, and 2 to 5 p.m. Sat- to found. nity for directors, stage manag- urday, March 4. It is designed for Her most recent professional ers, set design and construction, potential or somewhat experi- credits include serving as the technical support, costuming, enced directors in theaters, and sound designer and production makeup, programs, ticket man- deals with the creative process: stage manager for Mark Medoff’s agement, and volunteer coordi- what it is and how it is used in new play, “Marilee and Baby nation. theater. The fee is $60, and the Lamb: The assignation of an For further information on 211-C N. Texas St., Silver City class requires a minimum of ve American Goddess” at the Rio either or both classes or SCCT, students. Deadline for registra- Grande Theatre in Las Cruces. contact Ted Presler at 575-519- www.loisduffystudio.com 575-313-9631 tion is Feb. 17. The Silver City Community 8375 or [email protected], or Studio open to the public Saturdays from 10 to 4pm or by calling 575-313-9631 Elder has been teaching since Theatre (SCCT) promotes com- write to SCCT, PO Box 402, Sil- 2002. She rst served as the Pro- munity theater opportunities ver City, NM 88062. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 15

ARTS EXPOSURE Arts Scene Upcoming area art happenings ALASKA AD PO HE TTE D R Letha Cress Woolf U Y Silver City Month. Watercolorist Joe Thompson, a member M of the American Society of Marine Artists, brings Artist-Potter S M the oceans to the New Mexico desert through his IL N V E R C I T Y, depiction of the sea as well as aspects of man’s life 907-783-2780 on the sea. Generations of his family made their NOW SHOWING AT “THE PLACE AT THE PALACE” livelihood from the sea, and Joe is a retired U.S. Coast Guard of cer who was ultimately in com- CORNER OF BROADWAY AND BULLARD IN HISTORIC mand of a cutter. DOWNTOWN SILVER CITY. Immersed in the nautical world since childhood, email: [email protected] his goal is to give you the view from a seaman’s eyes. Meet Joe and see his watercolors during the February Ramble, from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 3 and stop CI I F in during the month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Jan Fell’s owl is on display at the Copper Quail Thursday and Friday or from 8:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. Beck s Gallery, part of the all-arteis celebration show at Saturdays. Quillin-Stephens Gallery is located at the Silver City gallery Feb. 7-27. 317 N. Main behind COAS Books. Guitar Academy Teaching all facets of guitar and usic, including Copper Quail Gallery invites art lovers to en- Blue Gate Gallery’s Love of technical sills, theory, reading and ore. joy its all-artist show Feb. 7 - 27. Featuring clay Art Studio Tours are scheduled art, paintings, metal and wood creations, glass, for the second and third week- Welcoing all ages, levels and styles. photography, jewelry, mosaics, decorative gourds, ends of Feb. 11-12 and 18-19. achelors and Masters egree in uitar – and weavings, this is a multi-media fest. The entire Flo Hosa Dougherty will fea- 0 years teaching eerience gallery is lled with an impressive variety of ne art ture a closeout sale of original REE Introductory Session ..11 and quality hand-crafted pieces, all by local artists. illustrations used in the book, The Copper Quail can be found at 211-A N. Texas St. “The Man Who Set The Town in Silver City. New gallery hours at the Copper Quail Dancing,” about Jose Tena’s Seedboat Gallery •• Flower & Flourish are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Folklorical dance group. Las Cruces Also, works pertaining to Come Join Deming artist Flo Hosa music and dance will be shown Us for Deming na- Dougherty with through March and can be tive, David Vega one of the piec- viewed by appointment by Chocolate Chavez of Albu- es of original art calling 575-523-2950 or blue- Fantasia querque and Ralph she created for gate[email protected] during the book “The Roybal of Santa those two months. Man Who Set Fe, are the two the Town Danc- The home gallery is located at featured artists for ing,” (Photo by the intersection of Valley Drive February the Deming Art Mike Cook) and Taylor Road. Center February Born in Deming the work 11, 2017 show. Chavez, who of David Vega Chavez has was born in Dem- been shown across the 214 W. Yankie St. 575.534.1136 ing, began drawing U.S. and is features at her Cowboys in Tandem • Jean Bohlender seedboatgallery.com and painting in high Deming Art Center February show. school but eventu- ally moved in another direction spending much of his early life involved in choreography, directing CHIRICAHUA GALLERY and dancing in the motion picture industry, televi- sion and the Las Vegas nightclub scene. Pine Street & Hwy 80 Roybal began his career Rodeo, New Mexico in bronze sculpting as an ap- Open Thursday - Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. prentice in some of the lead- Chiricahua Gallery Presents ing bronze foundries of the 575-557-2225 Dr. Eduardo Minozzi Costa chiricahuagallery.org southwest. It was at Santa Inspired by his love for farming, photographer Brazilian Classical Guitarist, Concert & Dinner Fe Bronze under the famous Jay Hill shares his enthusiasm for the beauty of sculptor Ernest Berke that the element with his images at the New Mexico Dr. Eduardo Minozzi Costa Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. Brazilian Classical Guitarist Roybal realized his potential “Eduardo is a Brazilian musician of outstanding in bronze work. Farming in the Mesilla Valley is featured in a Saturday, March facility4th and musical insight. @ the Rodeo TavernHe plays with an enthusiasm The show runs through new exhibit at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch and energy that captures his $30 per ticket–Dinner includesaudience’s imagination and Feb. 24. The center is locat- Heritage Museum in Las Cruces. draws them into a world of entrée, salad, dessert & beveragespontaneous and creative ed at 100 S. Gold St., Deming The exhibit “Jay Hill: Our Wholesome Val- wonder.” Also featured at Advance tickets only the Deming Art and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 ley,” features photography inspired by Jay Hill’s Contact Linda at [email protected] p.m. Monday through Satur- life as a farmer in the Las Cruces area. Saturday, March 4th 2017or @557-0229 the Rodeo Tavern Gallery is the $30 per ticket—Dinner includes entrée, salad, dessert & beverage. work of Santa day. Visit the website, at www. “For so many, the thought of modern agriculture Cash bar available. Fe artist Ralph demingarts.org, Facebook or removes the beauty of the profession,” Hill said. Advanced Mail Order Ticket Sales Only Use the order form below or pick one up at the Portal or Rodeo Post Office Roybal. call 575-546-3663 for more in- “We have traded the horse and mule for tractors OrFriday, contact Linda at [email protected] February or 557-0229 10* March ”Having heard Dr. Eduardo Minozzi Costa play for formation. and precision equipment. My journey into agri- Chiricahua Gallery 5 Pine Street several years I am pleased to see how he is now a P. O. Box 235 consummate artist on the guitar. His technique is culture found me wanting to show the world the Rodeo, NM 88056 3–6 pm refined and at the service of his musicality, making Phone: 575-557-2225 it a great pleasure to listen to his performances.” Las Cruces beauty that exists in modern agriculture. Website: chiricahuagallery.org Email:Tad [email protected] J. Van Der Weele's David Russell Quillin-Stephens Gallery transports the high The exhibit will be on display in the Museum’s (GRAMMY Award Winner) seas to Las Cruces for February For Love of Art Arts Corridor through April 2. hidden cache of work. " Works on Paper". Downstairs Blue Dome, we will have a series of encaustic mixed me- Michael Berman's new dia pieces. Upstairs at work on the grasslands Ursa Minor will have of Wyoming and the X-Rated work: sites of his trip to Adults Only. Mongolia.

The Quilin-Stephens Bear 575-538-2538 Mountain Gallery features work Lodge by Joe Thompson for February, Love of Art 60 Bear Mountain Ranch Road Month, in Las Cruces. www.bearmountainlodge.com 16 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

MUSIC SCENE • BILLY HUNTSMAN Smooth Sounds Classical guitarist opens school in Las Cruces

as Cruces has a new clas- sical guitarist available Lfor performances, as well as private lessons. In November Hunter Beck moved south from Santa Fe, where he’d lived for the past 30 years performing weekly at art shows and teaching privately. He said he decided to move to Las Cruces after visiting several other small cities and nding he liked Las Cruces’ “mellow vibe” the most. Beck was rst introduced to classical guitar when he was 18, when he had a roommate who had a classical, a steel-string and an electric guitar. After picking up the classical guitar and awk- ARTS FAIR wardly strumming, Beck said his interest was sparked. When he had enough money, he bought a classical guitar for himself. Original Work “Classical guitars feel better to me,” Beck said. Las Cruces Arts Fair Beck received his master’s degree in classical guitar from shines in March Arizona State University, where he taught for a number of years. Though he specializes in clas- he Las Cruces Arts Fair sical, Beck teaches theory, his- opens on Friday, March tory and technique for all styles T17 at 6 p.m. at the Las of guitar. Cruces Convention Center. In its “I love the process of discov- seventh year, the Arts Fair fea- ering and nurturing each indi- tures original work by ne art- vidual’s unique talents,” Beck ists from throughout the United said. Hunter Beck strums his classical guitar outside in Las States and Mexico. This year the Beck can be reached at 575- Cruces. Beck is opening a guitar school for southern New Arts Fair lls the entire Conven- 522-5181. Mexico residents. (Photo by Elva K. Österreich) tion Center, utilizing both ball rooms. It is a showcase of work from Saturday, February 11, 20172017 94 artists who were selected by 12 - 5 pm a jury of local arts profession- als. There are many returning artists, even more new artists, and emerging student artists. Patrons who purchase opening night tickets are free to return on Saturday or Sunday. Opening night festivities begin at 6 p.m. Patrons may visit the others may register in advance cantina, browse the silent auc- by contacting the Dona Ana Arts tion tables, visit with the artists, Council at [email protected] or and listen to live entertainment. 575-523-6403. New this year will be a “Quick The Las Cruces Arts Fair con- Draw” contest with cash prizes. tinues 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Participating Quick Draw artists March 18, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 20 will draw, paint and compose be- Sunday, March 19. Artists pro- chocolateses tween 6 -7:30 p.m. while patrons vide continuous demon- for $25 TICKETSTICKETS ONON SALESALE NOW!NOW! have the opportunity to strations on Saturday . . . Buy early, they sell out quickly view the working artists. and Sunday. At 7:45 p.m., the art work For more informa- www.chocolatefantasia.org will be auctioned by a tion about the Las live auctioneer. Pro- Cruces Arts Fair, ceeds of each sale will including a com- be split between the plete list of par- artist and the Doña ticipating artists, Ana Arts Coun- and other Doña cil. Cash prizes Ana Arts Coun- will be award- cil programs ed for Best of call 575-523- Show ($150), 6403 or vis- Second it www. Place ($50), DAArts.org and Pop- 7:00 PM ular Vote SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 ($100). All BUCKHORN OPERA HOUSE artists are welcome. Artists par- ticipating in the Las Cruces Arts Fair may reg- ister for free; all DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 17

THE CHROMATIC SCALE • MARTY RACINE Ruidoso: Strumming on Sacred Ground

he tourism draw of Lincoln The Jones and Cagle has built a state-of-the-art Sacred Grounds Coffee & Tea County is a small town with Miles Band studio on top of a mountain. Cagle House, which has offered an open no musical identity or in- prides itself moved here from Houston, where mic on Fridays for about six years, T for its merging dustry, as viewed through any na- he had been a singer with his own is still operating. However, owner form of blue- tional or regional lens. grass, punk, band, The Voodoo Choir. “Acid Will Ponder announced recently Yet, the evergreen hills sur- blues and blues-rock,” Poston said. “His that “all music offerings are be- rounding Ruidoso harbor plenty of Irish/Celtic backing Houston musicians are ing re-evaluated. Sometimes we’ll talent. music inu- superb, the real blues.” have them, sometimes not.” “Ruidoso has not dozens but ences. (Cour- That said, the Ruidoso infra- Rich Chorne’s Annual Birth- maybe 200 guitarists who seeming- tesy Photo) structure is not really conducive to day Band Bash is held at Sacred ly appear out of the woodwork, or its talent. Years ago, Dream Catch- Grounds, bringing up old buddies woods, as it were,” said Ray Pos- of the Mescalero Apache tribe ple through the peaks and valleys er café had a running feud with the from El Paso. “Leads to an all-out ton, a drummer at open mics and appeared on “The Voice” in 2016. of music,” Callie Sioux explains. village over decibel levels after 9 jam and is the party of the year,” jam sessions around town. “So, a Kimberlie, who speaks uent “I’m a storyteller and it takes a lot p.m. And though a few songsters said Poston. El Paso jazzbos are lot of excellent music gets created Apache, joined a choir after sing- of elements to create a good story.” appear on sidewalks from time to exceptional players.” on the spur of the moment, ad-lib- ing in a 5th-grade talent show and Gleewood has performed more time, the village has restrictions Guitarist Dan Rivera hosts a bing all the way.” now performs at local bene ts for than 800 shows, including multiple against street musicians. twice-monthly open jam Sunday Among the axe-slingers are women affected by domestic vio- tours to Idaho, Utah and Wyoming. “Also, the advertising and pro- afternoons at Ruidoso Art Gallery Mark Kashmar, Tradd Tidwell, lence. They appear in Las Cruces at High motion of bands need drastic im- on Sudderth Drive. “The group is Rich Chorne, Tim McCaslin, David Singer/songwriter Julia Jones Desert Brewery on Feb. 16. provement,” Poston said. “There is smaller, but there seems to be a Millsap, Tyler Jones, Jhett Schia- Cozby and Mike Montoya, both Jones and Miles, who played entirely too much misinformation core forming,” said guitarist Doug vone and Jack Lobb. from down the hill in Tularosa, High Desert in early January, have in the media and on posters: wrong Hunsicker. “Ruidoso is developing a broth- play Ruidoso fairly regularly. Coz- recorded a number of songs at Se- starting times, incorrect dates, no er/sisterhood of dedicated mu- by’s song “Lincoln County Line” cret Circus and have a 12:56 min- phone numbers given, bad direc- Marty Racine sicians who are getting the job “has ‘hit’ written all over it, once ute live “Full Session” on YouTube. tions. You have to sometimes dig spent 22 years done,” Poston said. “They ex- she gets it recorded,” Poston said. Brothers Tyler and Cody Jones, like archaeologists for pertinent as a music critic change ideas, sometimes turn cov- “The best news,” he said, “stems Chris Miles and Donnie Marling information.” for the Houston er songs inside-out, practice their from the younger generation. Sure, “push the limits of traditional blue- And, Ruidoso has few venues. Chronicle. After craft, show up on time, put on a they might have their ever-present grass and folk,” according to their O’Malley’s Irish pub, which fea- leaving the ne show. There is a real camara- smart phone in one hand...but in bio. “Incorporating elements of tured an open mic on Thursday Ruidoso News derie.” the other is a guitar. Ella and Grant rock, reggae, jazz, and punk they nights, has closed. Anaheim Jack’s in 2011, he fell back in love There’s a drummer who has Miller, ages 11 and 14, respective- have created a unique original no longer has live music. Casa with the guitar. Today he serves played in Paris, France, with blues ly, are already seasoned road dogs sound that provides for one of the Blanca Mexican restaurant, which as managing editor of the Las legends Lightnin’ Hopkins, Willie (puppies?) and put their own spin most entertaining live shows in the hosted weekend shows in its Cruces Bulletin. Racine can Dixon and Sonny Terry. on today’s songs by the likes of Southwest.” downtown bar, is quiet after new be contacted at martyracine@ There’s a rancher from north of Shovels & Rope and Katy Perry. On the recording front, Richard ownership took over. hotmail.com; 575-973-4644. town who looks like Wyatt Earp And, yes, a few acts are making and blazes Led Zeppelin licks on a name for themselves throughout his black Stratocaster. the state and parts of the West. There’s a petite, ginger-haired Gleewood, “a musky Ameri- Yankie-Texas ART DISTRICT songstress who can eld-dress an cana act that swaggers through at the crossroads of Yankie & Texas Streets in Historic Downtown Silver City elk by day and sing by night like blues, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll,” has Nancy Sinatra. dropped their new, and second, al- There’s a 6-foot-5, blond who bum, Sweet, Sweet Time, recorded dresses like Cochise and sings like at Secret Circus Studio in Roswell a 70-year-old bluesman on a front (gleewoodmusic.com; gleewood- porch in Clarksdale, Mississippi. bandcamp.com). One of the cuts, LOIS DUFFY STUDIO Blue Dome Gallery * There’s a new resident who the 7-minute “Whiskey Sue,” plus 211-C N. Texas St., Silver City Seedboat Gallery Copper Quail Gallery 575-538-2538 www.loisduffy.com played guitar for Fort Worth road- their 16:46 “Live Session,” rocks a 214 W. Yankie 211A N. Texas Downtown: urs – Sat & Mon, 11-5 at 307 N. Texas St. 575-313-9631 house warrior Delbert McClinton video on YouTube. 534-1136 388-2646 e Lodge: Daily 9-5 Wed-Sat 11am-5pm or by appt Open Tues. – Sun., 11 to 4 at 60 Bear Mt. Ranch Rd. OPEN SATURDAYS OR BY APPOINTMENT for 20 years. Gleewood is the husband/wife There’s a guitarist retired from team of Jhett and Callie Sioux the legendary Flying J Wranglers Schiavone. The two met when who can turn every country lick Jhett moved back to New Mexico To advertise here, known to Chet Atkins. from Hawaii, and they occasional- please contact: There’s a harmonica player who ly bloom into a trio or quartet by Ilene Wignall learned his craft playing every adding drums and other instru- 575-313-0002 blues club on Maxwell Street in ments to the mix. e Makery 108 W. Yankie [email protected] Chicago. “We call ourselves mountain 590-1263 In addition, Khaliya Kimberlie music because we like to take peo- www.makerysvc.com

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203 N. Bullard, 538- 5538. www. 523-0685. Azure Cherry Gallery & ARTS EXPOSURE ramollaart.com. Boutique, 330 E. Lohman Ave., 291- Ruidoso Moonstruck Art Gallery, 110 W. 3595. Wednesday to Thursday 12-5 Art Ruidoso Gallery, 575-808- Yankie St., featuring ber, mixed p.m., Friday to Saturday, noon-8 1133, www.artruidoso.com, 2809 media, pottery, and jewelry. 575- p.m. Sudderth Drive. Gallery Guide Blue Gate Gallery, 4901 Chagar 654-5316. The Adobe, 2905 Sudderth Dr., 257- Ol’ West Gallery & Mercantile, 104 (intersection of Valley and and Taylor 5795. Monday through Saturday 10 Silver City Cow Trail Art Studio, 119 Cow Trail W. Broadway, 388- 1811/313-2595. roads), open by calling 523-2950. a.m.-5 p.m. Alaska Mudhead Studio-Gallery, in Arenas Valley. Monday, 12-3 p.m. Daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Casa Blanka Home Décor & More, Dizzy Lizard Tile, 254 Hwy. 532, 336- 371 Camino de Vento in Wind or by appointment, (706) 533-1897, The Place@108, 108 Yankie Street. 1615 N. Solano, Ste. C, 575-526- 4061. Hand sculpted and painted Canyon. By appointment, Letha www. victoriachick.com. Seedboat Gallery, 214 W. Yankie St., 5272. tile. Call rst. Cress Woolf, potter, 907-783-2780. Dragony Studio, 508 W 6th St., 534- 1136. Wednesday to Saturday, Charles Inc., 1885 W Boutz Rd, 523- DJ’s Jewelry, 618 Carrizo Ann Simonsen Studio-Gallery, 104 388-8646. By appointment. . 11 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment. 1888, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 Canyon Rd., 630-1514. Monday W. Yankie St., 654- 5727. Francis McCray Gallery, 1000 info@ seedboatgallery.com. p.m. through Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cottonwood Gallery, 275 N. [a]SP.“A”©E, 110 W. Seventh St., College Ave., WNMU, 538-6517. Studio Behind the Mountain, Specializing in turquoise, Native Downtown Mall (Southwest 538-3333, aspace.studiogallery@ Monday to Friday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 23 Wagon Wheel Lane, 388- American traditional, New Mexican 3277. By appointment. www. Environmental Center), 522-5552. gmail.com. The Glasserie Studio and Store, 106 contemporary and estate jewelry. jimpalmerbronze.com. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Azurite Gallery, 110 W. Broadway, E. College, Monday to Saturday 11 Earth-N-Stone, 2117 Sudderth Dr., The StudioSpace, 109 N. Bullard St., Cutter Gallery, 2640 El 538-9048, Wednesday to Saturday, a.m.-6 p.m. Ste. 14, 257-2768., 808-1157. Guadalupe’s, 505 N. Bullard, 535- 534-9291. www.jessgorell.com. Paseo,541-0658. Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.azuritegallery. Pottery studio/gallery of Alan Miner. 2624. Thursday to Saturday, 10 Studio Upstairs, 109 N. Bullard St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. com. Gazebo Potters, 2117 Sudderth a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 574-2493. By appointment. Galerie Accents, 344 S. San Pedro Barbara Nance Gallery & Dr. #7, 808-1157. Pottery classes, Leyba & Ingalls Arts, 315 N. Bullard 21 Latigo Trail, 388-4557. Works by #3, 522-3567. Monday to Saturday, Stonewalker Studio, 105 workshops, wheel time, kiln ring, Country Road, 534-0530. By St., 388-5725. Monday to Saturday, Barbara Harrison and others. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. works by local potters. appointment. Stone, steel, wood 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Contemporary Soul River Gallery, 200 N. Bullard St., Griggs & Reymond, 504 W. Griggs Josie’s Framery, 2917 Sudderth and paint. Sculpture path. www. art ranging from realism to 707-490-4367. Ave., 524-8450, Tuesday to Dr., 257-4156. Framing, gallery barbaraNanceArt.com. abstraction in a variety of media. Tree Spirit Gallery, 206 N. Bullard St., Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. representing regional artists and Blue Dome Gallery, 307 N. Texas, www. LeybaIngallsARTS.com, 303-888-1358. Justus Wright Galeria, 266 W. 534-8671. Monday to Saturday, 11 [email protected]. Vibrations Gallery, 106 W. Yankie St., Court Ave., 526-6101, jud@ photographers. a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Lois Duffy Art Studio, 211C N. 654-4384, starxr@ usa.net. delvalleprintinglc.com. LongCoat Fine Art, 2825 Sudderth www.bluedomegallery.com. Texas, 534-0822. Saturday, 10 Wild West Weaving, 211-D N. Texas, Las Cruces Arts Association, Dr. (at Mechem), 257-9102. Monday The Cliffs Studio & Gallery, 205 N. a.m.-4 p.m. Original paintings, cards 313-1032, www.wildwestweaving. Community Enterprise Center through Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Lyon St. and Yankie, (520) 622- and prints. www.loisduffy. com, com. Wednesday to Saturday 10 Building, 125 N. Main St. www. Contemporary Masters and 0251. [email protected]. a.m.-5 p.m. lacrucesarts.org. historical works of art. Burnett Diane Kleiss’ encaustic multimedia Lumiere Editions, 108 W. Wind Canyon Studio, 11 Quail Run Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 Interiors showroom. art. By appointment. doart2@yahoo. Broadway, 956-6369. Vintage off Hwy. 180 mile marker 107, N. Main St., 541-2137. Tuesday to Mountain Arts, 2530 Sudderth Dr., com, www.dianealdrichkleiss.com. and contemporary photography. 574- 2308, 619-933-8034. Louise Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.- 257-9748, www.mountainartsgallery. Common Ground, 102 W. Kelly, Monday to Friday. Sackett. Monday and Wednesday, 9 4:30 p.m. com. Daily, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 534-2087. Open by chance or Mary’s Fine Art, 414 E. 21st St., 956- a.m.-4 p.m. and by appointment. Main Street Gallery, 311 N. Tanner Tradition, 624 Sudderth appointment. 7315. Mary A. Gravelle. Wynnegate Gallery & Studio, 1105 Downtown Mall, 647-0508. Tuesday Dr., 257-8675. Monday through Copper Quail Gallery, 211-A Texas Mimbres Region Arts Council W. Market St., (214) 957-3688. to Friday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9:30 Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Quality a.m.-1 p.m. St., corner of Yankie and Texas Gallery, Wells Fargo Bank Bldg., Monday and Thursday to Saturday Native American art and jewelry. Mesquite Art Gallery, 340 N. streets, 388-2646. Open Tuesday to 1201 N. Pope St. www.mimbresarts. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11:45 a.m.- Thunder Horse Gallery, 200 Mechem Mesquite St., 640-3502. Thursday Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Fine arts and org. 4 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday by Dr., Ste. 1, 257-3989. info@ appointment. to Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 2-5 DE_4x2crafts. Molly Ramolla Gallery & Framing, thunderhorsegallery.com. Tuesday Yankie St. Artist Studios, 103 p.m. through Saturday 11 a.m.-5p.m. M. Phillip’s Fine Art Gallery, 221 N. File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help W. Yankie St., 519-0615. By Bronze sculpture by Rory Combs, Main St., 525-1367. appointment. Sarinova Glass and ne art. M www.tmatelsonwordpress.com MVS Studios, 535 N. Main, Stull Zoe’s Gallery, 305 N. Cooper St., The White Dove, 2825 Sudderth Dr. 654-4910. Bldg., 635-5015, www. mvsstudios. M Website Design and Development com. #A (at Mechem), 866-257-6609, Pinos Altos www.thewhitedove2825.com. Daily, design • content • construction • support Pinos Altos Art Gallery-Hearst New Dimension Art Works, 615 E. 9:30 a.m-4 p.m. Authentic Native Church Gallery, 14 Golden Ave. Piñon, 373-0043. American jewelry and artifacts. Pinos Altos, 574-2831. Open New Mexico Art, 121 Wyatt Dr., Suite Kenneth Wyatt Galleries of late-April to early October. Friday, 1, 525-8292/649- 4876. Wednesday Ruidoso, 2205 Sudderth Dr., 257- Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 10 1-6 p.m., Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. a.m.-6 p.m. 1529, www.kennethwyatt.com. Fine NMSU Art Gallery, Williams Hall, art by the Wyatt family. www.tmatelsonwordpress.com Mimbres University Ave. east of Solano, 646- [email protected] | 575.313.1388 Chamomile Connection, 3918 2545. Tuesday to Sunday Ruidoso Downs Pinon Pottery, MM. 26465 Hwy. Highway 35N, 536-9845. Lynnae Nopalito’s Galeria, 326 S. Mesquite. 70, 937-0873, 937-1822, www. McConaha. By appointment. Friday to Sunday, 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. SEWING MACHINE Kate Brown Pottery and Tile, HC Ouida Touchön Studio, 1200 pinonpottery.com. Pottery by Vicki SERVICES & REPAIRS... 15 Box 1335, San Lorenzo, 536- N. Reymond St., 635-7899. Conley and other area artists, ne LONG ARM QUILTING SERVICES TOO!!!! 9935, [email protected], By appointment. ouida@ art by Anita Keegan and Virgil www.katebrownpottery.com. By ouidatouchon.com, www. Stephens. VISIT OUR NEW WEB STORE AT appointment. ouidatouchon. com. Narrie Toole, Estudio de La Montura, Quillin Studio and Gallery, behind Alamogordo sneezeweedsstudio.patternbyetsy.com Creative Designs Custom Framing 313-7390, www.narrietoole.com. downtown Coas Books, 312-1064. 575-538-2284 Contemporary western oils, giclées Monday to Thursday and Saturday. & Gallery, 575-434-4420, 917 New CALL ANY TIME!! and art prints. By appointment. Tombaugh Gallery, Unitarian York Ave. Patron’s Hall/Flickinger Center for Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano, Bayard 522-7281. Wednesday to Friday 10 Performing Arts, 575-434-2202, CALL CINDY FOR INFORMATION AND APPOINTMENTS Kathryn Allen Clay Studio, 601 Erie a.m.-2 p.m. or by appointment. 1110 New York Ave. 575-538-2284 [email protected] St., 537-3332. By appointment. Unsettled Gallery & Studio, 905 N. Mesquite, 635-2285. Tularosa Cliff Virginia Maria Romero Studio, Red Door Gallery and Gifts, 575- Gila River Artisans Gallery, 8409 4636 Maxim Court, 644-0214. By 491-5100, 1201 St. Francis Drive. Hwy. 180. Eclectic collection of local appointment. agzromero@zianet. Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. artists. Friday to Sunday 10 a.m.-3 com, www. virginiamariaromero. p.m. com. Carrizozo S YYZYGYZYGY Heart of the Raven, 415 Twelfth St., Deming Handmade in America Northern Grant County & 937-7459, www.JudyPekelsmacom. Catron County Deming Arts Center, 100 S. Gold St., Functional and decorative pottery, Tl 546-3663. Tuesday to Saturday 10 classes. Casitas de Gila, 50 Casita Flats a.m.-4 p.m. Road, Gila, 535-4455. Saturday Gold Street Gallery, 112-116 S. Gold and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. or by Lincoln St., 546-8200. Open Monday to appointment. gallery@casitasdegila. Old Lincoln Gallery, across from Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Call rst to com, www.galleryatthecasitas.com. Visitor’s Center in Lincoln, 653-4045. be sure they are open. Coffee bar featuring 45 New Mexico Chocolate Fantasia Orona Art Studio, 546-4650. By artists. Tuesday through Saturday 10 Mesilla appointment. lyntheoilpainter@ Adobe Patio Gallery, 1765 Avenida a.m.-4:30 p.m. gmail.com, www.lynorona.com. at de Mercado (in the Mesilla Reader’s Cove Used Books & Mercado), 532-9310. Tuesday to San Patricio Gallery, 200 S. Copper, 544-2512. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Hurd La Rinconada, MM 281 Hwy. Monday to Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Syzygy Tile Galeri Azul, Old Mesilla Plaza, 523- 70, 653-4331, www.wyethartists. Photography by Daniel Gauss. 8783. Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.- com. Monday through Saturday 9 Studio LeMarbe, 4025 Chaparral SE, 6 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. a.m.-5 p.m. Works by Peter Hurd, 544-7708. Galeria on the Plaza, 2310 Calle de Henriette Wyeth, Andrew Wyeth, Principal, 526-9771. Daily 10 am.-6 Rodeo N.C. Wyeth and resident artist, p.m. Galería Tepín, 2220 Calle de Chiricahua Gallery, 5 Pine St., Michael Hurd. February 11, 2017 Parian, 523-3988. Thursday to 557-2225. Open daily except Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. White Oaks Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery, White Oaks Pottery, 445 Jicarilla Rd. 2470 Calle de Guadalupe, 522- Hillsboro (3 miles past White Oaks), 648- 2933. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Barbara Massengill Gallery, 894- 2985. Daily 10 a.m-5 p.m. Porcelain 106 N. Bullard St. Silver City The Potteries, 2260 Calle de 9511/895-3377, open weekends pottery by Ivy Heymann. Santiago, 524-0538. Rokoko, 1785 and by appointment. 575-388-5472 Avenida de Mercado, 405-8877. Chloride Submit gallery information to Monte Cristo, Wall St., 734-0493, Desert Exposure, 1740-A Calle de www.SyzygyTile.com Las Cruces [email protected]. Mercado, Las Cruces, NM, 88005, Alegre Gallery, 920 N Alameda Blvd., Daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m. email editor@ desertexposure. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 19

ON SCREEN World War I Turns 100 Fort Bayard spring lm series begins Feb. 2

n recognition of the 100th an- niversary of the United States Schedule Ientry into World War I, the Feb. 2 — “World War I: The 100 Year War 1914-2014” Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Feb. 9 — “All Quiet on the Western Front” Society (FBHPS) is sponsoring a Feb. 16 — “Gallipoli” 10-part lm series this spring. Feb. 23 — “Last Voyage of the Lusitania” Showings begin on Thursday, March 2 — “Paths of Glory” March 9 — “Woodrow Wilson” Feb. 2, at the Santa Clara Na- March 16 — “World War I: America and the Great War” tional Guard Armory. All pre- March 23 — “The Lost Battalion” sentations begin at 7 p.m. and March 30 — “World War I: The Complete Story” feature opening remarks by Dr. April 6 — “The Last Voices of World War I” Doug Dinwiddie of the FBHPS. Dinwiddie serves as historian for the group, and is a retired documentaries and Hollywood www.fortbayard.org. We’ve Got your professor of history from New feature length movies, and will Additional events to commem- Mexico State University and Col- run every Thursday evening from orate Grant County’s role in The Windows Covered! orado State University. Feb. 2 through April 6. Among the Great War are being planned, Admission is free and donations titles are classics such as “All Qui- timed to coincide with the

Since are accepted. Concessions will et on the Western Front,” “Gallipo- 100th anniversary of the declara- 1976 be available for purchase at the li,” and “The Lost Battalion.” tion of war on Germany, April 6. showings. A full list of titles may be seen For additional information, call Visit our Showroom to see The lm series consists of both on the organization’s website, 575-388-4862 or 575-388-4477. coplete selection o Custom Window coverings, BUSINESS IN BUSINESS • BILLY HUNTSMAN uers and edding Morning Star Service for 25 years 2310 N. Temple • 526-2880 www.SpringCrestNM.com popular Silver City sporting and outdoor store will cel- Aebrate its 25th anniversary on Feb. 25 and invites the commu- nity to help them celebrate. Morning Star, 809 N. Bullard St., was opened in 1992 by Rocky and Lynn Mondello. “When we rst started out, people called us a T-shirt shop because we only did screen printing at the time,” Lynn said. They had been printing T-shirts on a small scale and selling them Customer service is at the top of mind at Silver City's sporting at local crafts markets before and outdoor store, Morning Star. (Photo by Pam Rossi) this. But after Rocky decided he’d had enough of being an business, Rocky said. and put the business more into electrician, they wanted to open Among the highlights of the the hands of three of their sons, their own business. past 25 years, Rocky said, are who already work there. “We had the opportunity to helping to sponsor the Blues “People sometimes ask me, buy bigger screen printing equip- Fest, coach his sons in soccer ‘How’s business?’ And I say, ‘I’m ment and we took it,” Lynn said. and wrestling, and seeing the able to pay all my bills and have Over the years, as the vari- Silver City High School baseball a little left over, and I’m just ous high school and club sports and softball teams win the state blessed,’” Rocky said. teams came to the store to get championships in the same year. The celebration on the after- uniforms printed and trophies Rocky said they are especially noon of Saturday, Feb. 25, will engraved, they started selling grateful to the Silver City com- include food, music and embroi- sports items, Lynn said. munity for allowing the business dered and printed apparel to be Being part of the community is to prosper. Rocky said he and given away to attendees, Rocky the most rewarding aspect of the Lynn are looking to “semi-retire” said. Turning 65 or older? Have questions about Medicare? ontcalloane CALL YOUR LOCAL AGENTS NOW!!! (575) 956-6394 or 1-888-565-9556 Tom Blanchard & Jessica Hotchkiss Downtown 301 N. Bullard St., Silver City, NM Let a local agent help you get Medicare Ready! 20 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

BORDERLINES • MARJORIE LILLY Gas Prices in Mexico Squeezing Population

bout 60 demonstrators, There was a petition promoted tzinapa disappeared in 2014, mostly from Ascension, by young people in Ascension, a and has swelled with a general AMexico, occupied the “mega-march” planned by wom- increase in murders and disap- Port of Entry between Palomas en in Nuevo Casas Grandes, and pearances. and Columbus on Jan. 4 and 5. a Catholic mass at a toll booth Peña Nieto, in a message to The activists were bringing a in Camargo where some people the public, said getting public nationwide protest right up to kneeled and sang the national funds from gas taxes is a better the northern border in a demon- anthem before massed Feder- solution for the poor than the stration against a sudden rise in al Police who wore formida- drastic cuts to social services gas prices in Mexico that’s being ble-looking metal helmets. he’d have to make if the gas pric- called a “gasolinazo.” es had not increased. The local protesters didn’t Food prices going up Julio Hernandez, a columnist stop traf c, but they prevent- It’s not just the gas prices that for La Jornada, said in an inter- ed Mexican Customs of cers concern people in Mexico, but view on YouTube with journalist from collecting customs fees the expected ripple effect on the Carmen Aristegui that the gaso- from drivers and stopped them price of food and other products linazo was the result of “gallop- from inspecting vehicles. The distributed by trucks. ing ineptitude.” participants waved signs and The rise in prices is already Proceso magazine writer Jena- sometimes wrote “Fuera Peña” felt in Palomas. ro Villamil, in the same program, (“Peña Out”) on vehicles with A man named Javier working complained that Peña Nieto and red and green shoe polish—the at the grocery store “Abarrotes his staff never take the blame for colors of the Mexican ag and ‘Rafa’” estimated on Jan. 9 that anything. of Peña’s PRI party. They slept food prices had already gone up “If nothing is the responsibili- on the street for two nights and 10 percent. ty of Peña, why is there so much didn’t leave till 7 a.m. on Friday The cost of pastries at the La social discontent, why are we the 6th. Favorita Bakery had risen. in such bad shape, why do gas The protesters were most- Valeria Martinez at the “Su- prices continue to grow, and ly from Ascension, but others per Vasquez” said prices had why didn’t the prices go down came from the small towns risen from three to 10 pesos per when international prices were a half-hour south of Palomas item since gas prices rose. She low? There’s no logic,” Villamil and from Janos. A few people guessed prices in general had said. “And what there is, is a ter- in Palomas, including the new already risen 20 percent at the rible political sadism in applying mayor, Ramon Rodriguez, took store. these measures to the people.” part temporarily. A woman selling used clothing In Spanish, a blow with a ham- in the street, Aracely Valtierra, mer is a “martillazo.” Mexicans Activism in Chihuahua said, “It’s hard, in every way. are being hit in their pocket- Mexican President Enrique Valeria Martinez waits on Esperanza Raigoza Rojas at the Super People are working for less, and books by the gasolinazo, which Peña Nieto announced on Dec. Vasquez, in Palomas, where prices are rising quickly. (Photo by the price of food has gone up. is why the protest is so wide- Marjorie Lilly) 28 that the 20 percent increase Everything has gone up — pro- spread. would happen on New Year’s cent. In the junction half an hour There were marches in Juarez, pane and gasoline, tortillas, and It’s impossible to know where Day. south of Palomas and in Ascen- a few of the usual blockades of meat.” all this is going to end. Peña Nie- The price hike was even high- sion, the price change was clos- bridges over the Rio Grande, and The issue of how to control to has one and a half years to go. er in Palomas, apparently. An er to 20 percent. a blockade over a mile long on a the prices is being hotly debated employee at the Pemex gaso- There reportedly were demon- major highway outside the city. in Mexico. Borderlines line station in Palomas said the strations in 25 states in Mexico Another blockade was staged columnist price per gallon rose from $2.49 (and looting in some) and in in Chihuahua City on a highway Opposition politics Marjorie to $3.59 within a week after Jan. many cities and towns in Chi- with vehicles moving slowly and Opposition to Peña Nieto took Lilly lives in 1, a difference of close to 50 per- huahua. honking horns. off when the 43 students at Ayo- Deming.

BEGINNING SNOWDENEXTERMINATING continued from page 12 Serving Southwest New Mexico since 1951 brick yard. movement had been sown. Led sponsor for a bill authorizing In 1872, community leaders by residents of Silver City who a Territorial Charter for Silver proposed a bill to the New had a growing disenchantment City that was introduced to the Deming 575-546-9052 Mexico Legislature authoriz- with New Mexico, Grant Coun- New Mexico Legislature on Silver City 575-388-9300 ing the incorporation of Silver ty petitioned the federal gov- Jan. 31, 1878. Las Cruces 575-526-9300 City. After the bill failed to ernment to become part of the The bill passed unanimous- FAX 575-546-8307 pass, a feeling of unrest start- Arizona Territory. ly and was signed into law on PO Box 230, Deming, NM 88031 ed to grow in the community. The leaders felt that Grant Feb. 15, 1878. With the newly www.snowdenexterminating.com Toll Free 1-800-471-9052 Community leaders felt the County was more economi- granted and hard-won Terri- needs of Silver City were not cally, politically and culturally torial Charter, Silver City res- being recognized by the gov- aligned with Arizona than with idents could elect city of cials ernment of cials in Santa Fe. New Mexico. and participate in self-gover- Making matters worse, the Grant County waited until nance. The charter allowed Republican Administration 1876, the 100th Anniversary for collecting taxes to be used reduced the number of leg- of the founding of the United for public improvements such islative representatives from States, to propose legislation as streets and sidewalks, and the predominantly Democratic that would allow Grant Coun- providing for public safety. counties of Doña Ana, Grant ty to secede from New Mexico. Obtaining the Territorial Char- Corner Florida & Columbus Hwy. and Lincoln from four to two The Arizona Territorial Repre- ter allowed the edgling com- PO Box 191, Deming NM 88031 thus decreasing representa- sentative introduced the bill munity to achieve even greater tion from the area to the Terri- but it died in committee and growth and prosperity. (575) 546-3922 torial Government. was never acted upon. For information, contact Silver City leaders were feel- After the failure of the seces- Silver City MainStreet at 575- ing disenfranchised and thus sion efforts, Silver City lead- 574-8394 or by email at down- the seeds for a succession ers regrouped and obtained a [email protected] Visit us at www.desertexposure.com DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 21

PUBLISHER’S NOTEBOOK • RICHARD COLTHARP The greening of New Mexico? Legislature looking at marijuana legalization. Again.

’m no expert. age and develop health issues, The closest I’ve come to they’re nding more and more Iusing marijuana is listening problems are being helped by to Bob Marley or Willie Nelson. marijuana. I do know almost anyone So, who knows? If pot were in America can readily obtain legalized in New Mexico, we marijuana for recreational use might see another retiree rev- if they want it. My guess is, in olution. New Mexico, it’s probably easi- All of this talk could be moot, er to obtain illegal recreational however. marijuana than legal medicinal Now that both houses of marijuana. New Mexico’s legislature have A downside to that easily a Democratic majority, Mc- obtained, illegal pot, however, Camley’s measure might have is you’re only a few degrees a chance of passing this year, of separation from a hardened after failing the past three criminal, someone who prob- Willie Nelson Bob Marley years. Still, it has to have the ably wouldn’t have a problem signature of Gov. Susana Marti- physically harming you. use. nez, who likely will continue to Another downside is, the When Colorado passed its oppose legalization and retains bulk of the commerce from law legalizing marijuana, peo- the power of the veto. the transactions ultimately ple laughed and made annoy- If that’s the case, many mar- goes to those hardened crim- ingly repetitive jokes about ijuana enthusiasts in our state inals. Sure, you’re not paying “Rocky Mountain High.” will have been, as Marley sang, tax when you buy illegal pot, Well, no one’s laughing much “Waiting in Vain.” but you’re certainly paying for anymore, but the Colorado quite a bit of overhead and mid- state government is certainly Richard dlemen, essentially a tax. smiling, as they’ve created a Coltharp is A bald guy with a partial new, sustainable, substantial publisher of beard who hails from Las Cru- revenue stream and tons of new the Las Cruces ces, and spent a couple of years jobs and economic activity. Bulletin and at Harvard, wants to re-direct The little city of Trinidad, was completely that overhead and middleman Colorado, sits just north of the sober when money. New Mexico border. he sang “Amazing Grace” The bald guy, State Rep. Bill McCamley tells the story of, Bill McCamley with Willie Nelson (and McCamley, wants to play Rob- when legalization came to Col- 5,000 other people) in in Hood, stealing from the rich orado, Trinidad estimated an Many people from govern- who grew up in the 1960s and Albuquerque. He can’t verify (drug dealers) and giving to the increase of $200,000 in revenue ment on down, despite scientif- 70s, the age of marijuana’s big- Willie’s sobriety. Coltharp poor (the state of New Mexico). for the city. ic research to the contrary, still gest rise, are now at retirement can be reached at richard@ It’s a decent amount of mon- The actual result? view it as a dangerous drug. age. Plus, as Baby Boomers lascrucesbulletin.com. ey, too. More than $800,000. Others are concerned there’s McCamley’s Cannabis Reve- Why was their estimate so far no current methodology to de- nue and Freedom Act, co-spon- off? termine if drivers are impaired sored by fellow State Rep. McCamley said the actual by marijuana. Javier Martinez of Albuquer- revenue was four times high- Most of the arguments que, calls for the legalization er (higher, get it? … I’m sor- against marijuana begin to of recreational marijuana in ry) because of New Mexicans. sound hypocritical, however, New Mexico. They quote an Enough people from northern when you realize tobacco and Albuquerque rm, O’Donnell New Mexico, and probably alcohol have long been legal in Economics and Strategy, which tourists as well, made the short America. In almost any com- estimates legalization would trip to Trinidad for marijuana parison, those two drugs have infuse $400 million and 11,400 to give that community an un- a far greater negative effect on jobs the rst year. expected boon. people and society. The plan allows the state to The same phenomenon I used to think marijuana tax that money at 15 percent, could happen in southern New would be just as bad as ciga- and use it for education, health Mexico, where currently nei- rettes, because you’re inhaling care and other designated pur- ther Texas nor Arizona has le- smoke into your lungs. It’s got poses. galized recreational marijuana to be at least as unhealthy as The plan makes it optional (although Arizona has legalized smoking tobacco, right? A New DEMING for municipalities. medicinal marijuana). Mexico doctor, though, cor- ART CENTER “If there’s a city or county in If it were legal in New Mex- rected me. 100 South Gold, Deming, NM New Mexico that really doesn’t ico, McCamley believes, folks The difference is, he said, to- Mon thru Sat 10:00 am to 4:00 pm want this, for whatever reason, would ock from El Paso to bacco smokers will consume we don’t want to force them,” Las Cruces to get their share. 20, 30 or more cigarettes a day, February Exhibit: McCamley said. Lordsburg, similarly, could be- whereas a marijuana smoker Municipalities who adopt come a hub for wayfaring Ari- might take months to smoke David Chavez, water color artist and it, though, can add their own zonans. that many. 5 percent tax for use in their After the November elec- Some worry legal pot will Deming native and Ralph Roybal, communities. tions, there are now eight have a horrible inuence on Back when former New Mex- states, plus the District of Co- our youth. sculptor from Santa Fe ico governor Gary Johnson rst lumbia, where marijuana is That apparently hasn’t been started talking about legalizing legal recreationally. In 20 ad- the case in Colorado, where Exhibit Dates: January 29, 2017 marijuana more than a decade ditional states, medicinal mar- studies show teen use of mar- ago, a lot of people thought he ijuana is legal. ijuana has actually dropped 12 through February 24, 2017 had lost it, and some called him The national tide may be percent since it became legal. a kook. turning toward legalization, Maybe kids nd it less ap- Artists Reception: Turns out, he was just ahead but possession and use remain pealing to use since it’s less re- of his time. federal offenses in non-legal bellious. January 29, 2017, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM There’s a real logic in tak- states, because the FDA still Interestingly, it may be the ing this commodity, which has classi es marijuana as a Sched- older folks who are more inu- been entrenched in American ule 1 narcotic. enced. A Reuters article from Deming Arts Center, 100 S Gold St, Deming NM 88030 society for two or three genera- There also remains a great 2015 described the ight of 575-546-3663 Check us out on Facebook tions, and treating it like every deal of opposition to legalizing many retirees moving to states This project is supported in part by New Mexico Arts, a division of the Department of Cultural A airs other commodity consumers marijuana. with legal marijuana. Folks www.demingarts.org 22 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

EXPLORING HERITAGE • LISA MAUE Catholic or Jew? Some New Mexicans nd Jewish tradition in their pasts

think we are Jews.” The those born of a Jewish mother thought crystallized are considered Jewish. Conver- “Iduring a conference sion requirements typically de- Sonya Loya attended in Glorieta pend on a particular branch of during 1999 where others were Judaism, and recognition is not exploring their Jewish roots. It always guaranteed by other de- was a turning point for the Ru- nominations. Additionally, there idoso resident who was raised are conversos who do not feel Catholic. Looking back on the the need to convert since, af- conference, she remembers ter all, their families have been trying to avoid a woman who practicing for centuries. dogged her, persistently asking DNA testing has been used to questions about her family. Po- uncover Sephardic links. Ben- lite at rst, Loya nally asked: nett Greenspan launched the “Why do you want to know?” Family Tree DNA website that “Because it sounds like you merges genetics and genealogy. are from the Marranos,” she an- Building on the University of swered. Arizona’s research that a certain “I was already annoyed with Y chromosome pattern of mark- her, and now she is calling me a ers was present in many men pig?” Loya said in a recent inter- who could trace their ances- view. “But she explained it was a try to Ashkenazic (Central and historical term referring to those Eastern Europe) and Sephardic who converted to Christianity groups, Family Tree DNA offers from Judaism during the Inqui- genetic testing to the general sition.” Dichroic glass objects at Sonya public. Loya's shop often reects Jew- Spain’s persecution of here- Sonya Loya takes a few moments off her feet at her place in Rui- Loya’s father and brother took ish symbols. tics culminated in 1391 when doso. (Photos by Lisa Maue) the test (only men have Y chro- Jews were given the ultimatum darity, settled in enclaves along writing down the practices of reected the age-old fear of be- mosomes). The genetic link was to become Catholic or be killed. the way. Today their ancestors Crypto-Jews as a sort of eld ing reported to the Inquisition: con rmed, erasing any doubt as Those who converted were still inhabit rural areas including guide for informers, now serve windows were routinely closed to the family’s Jewish ancestry. known as “conversos,” a term small villages north of Santa Fe as a trove of information into and curtains drawn so neighbors Recently Sonya Loya’s story applied to their descendants as and along the borderlands. what went on behind closed could not see in. was part of New Mexico Histo- well. While some Jews turned to According to Frances Hernán- doors centuries ago. When her great grandmother ry Museum’s “Fractured Faiths: Christianity voluntarily, others dez in “The Secret Jews of the “I thought it was normal to was dying, Loya’s grandmother Spanish Judaism, The Inquisi- resisted, observing Jewish be- Southwest,” there may be as light two candles on Shabbat and her two sisters were sent to tion and New World Identities” liefs behind closed doors. The many as 1,500 Hispano families (the period of time just before retrieve the family priest. exhibit. One of the last imag- latter group became known as in New Mexico with legitimate sunset on Friday through Sat- “That is another clue — the es viewers saw was a small Crypto-Jews. Their existence claims to these original conver- urday nightfall). I didn’t know it oldest son in the family was a multi-media sculpture by Loya presented a perceived threat to sos. Given the secretive nature of was a Jewish ritual. I remember priest to keep an eye out for that embodies her journey. An such an extent that in 1479 King those involved and shifting inter- my grandmother covered her the Inquisition and to make the accomplished artist, she contin- Ferdinand and Queen Isabella pretations of what it means to be head and prayed facing the east, Church believe that these fami- ues to create and sell jewelry of Spain enacted the Spanish a converso, however, this num- three times a day. I just thought lies were totally Catholic,” Loya and fused glass pieces, many in- Inquisition with the speci c aim ber is far from absolute. What is Granny was a really holy Catho- said. corporating Jewish symbols, in of eliminating Crypto-Judaism. apparent is that there are families lic,” Loya said, laughing. “My great grandmother re- Hosanna’s, her shop and gallery Torture was used to obtain con- in the area who may not be aware Among other customs she re- quested that her feet be facing in Ruidoso. fessions, and heresy trials were of their Jewish heritage. members were her grandmother the east when she died, which Together with Ashley Perry, held. For those found guilty, Loya returned to Ruidoso teaching Loya’s mother how to is a Jewish custom, and she director general of the Knesset sentences included acquittal from the conference in Glorie- check eggs for blood, her father was buried the next day,” Loya Caucus for the Reconnection (rare), forced labor, con sca- ta and intensi ed her research bleeding meat after butchering said. “My mother said that they with the Descendants of Spanish tion of property and corporal into church history and the In- the animal by slitting its throat in washed her body and said spe- and Portuguese Communities punishment. In cases where the quisition. She found a genealogy a humane way, removing the sci- cial prayers, but she doesn’t and president of Reconectar, an accused had been tried but re- website listing Sephardic (Sep- atic nerve, salting the meat and remember what those prayers organization also advocating for lapsed, the punishment could hard being the Hebrew word for then saying a prayer as the blood were.” Sephardic Jews, Loya is current- mean being burned at the stake. Spanish) surnames, including was buried. Dirt was swept into Loya’s father remembered be- ly focusing on organizing trips Edicts were disseminated across her own and started reading the middle of the oor, never ing taught special prayers by his to Israel for those interested the land encouraging neighbors, about Jewish rituals and tradi- crossing the threshold, in fear grandmother too, but he does in learning about their ances- friends and family members to tions. of desecrating a mezuzah that not remember them either. He tral home. Participants must be report possible Judaizers. Final- Her sources included Vatican might be hanging on the door- was aware, however, of the stig- converts, over 18 years old and ly, in 1492, all Jews were ordered documents. Ironically, the fervor frame. Cleaning often took place ma of being Jewish. When Loya’s must meet the criteria of the into exile. It is estimated that as that took root during the Inqui- on Friday, so there would be no father was six years old, his Law of Return, legislation creat- many as 300,000 Jews were mur- sition, including systematically chores on Saturday. Some rituals uncles came back from World ed allowing Jews to live in and dered, converted to Christianity War II. One of them had been become citizens of Israel. Her or ed Spain. involved in the liberation of the Aliyah tours, named for the goal Many conversos emigrated to concentration camps. He saw of many Jews to return to Israel Portugal and then to Mexico, but Sephardic names and told his permanently, can accommodate the persecution did not end. An family that it was still not safe 20 to 30 people and will last ap- extension of the Inquisition was to be Jewish. Loya’s father was proximately a week. Part of the established in 1571 in New Spain, sworn then and there not to tell trip will be to sites; the rest will which included Mexico, parts of their heritage. It was a secret be spent helping with immigra- of Central America and what is he kept for more than 60 years. tion details and the reality of now the southwestern portion of “The word Crypto-Jew comes day-to-day living. the United States. Twenty seven from the term “encrypted” It is a big step for a woman in years later, Juan de Oñate led which means hidden or secret,” south central New Mexico who an expedition of colonists north Loya said. “My father was a is about to commit to life in a into modern-day New Mexico. Crypto-Jew. I am not. I am not very different part of the world. On the journey were members hiding anything.” But then again, for someone who with the same surnames listed Today in New Mexico, more has unearthed and embraced so as being under investigation by and more Catholic families are much already, the next phase of the Mexican Inquisition. As sub- nding out about their hidden her life may become the most sequent trade routes, including Jewish roots, but their discov- serene and familiar since, nally, El Camino Real, were estab- eries have been met with skep- Sonya Loya will be going home. lished, many families, including ticism by some in the Judaic For more information on the those who were Crypto-Jews, Sonya Loya's Ruidoso shop, Hosanna's carries Simha beads and community. There are religious Aliyah tour, contact Loya at some banding together in soli- other symbolic relaxing items. leaders who believe that only [email protected]. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 23

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T HE STUDY OF HISTORY • ELVA K. ÖSTERREICH Human Systems Research Archeology making connections across time

uman Systems Research Inc., a nonpro t nding cartridges.” The exploration of Cañada Alamosa that grew out archeological research rm, is celebrating The cartridges led to one of the biggest archeolog- of the Hembrillo exploration turned into a 20-year re- its 45th birthday this year. ic projects in New Mexico when HSR developed the search project. HSR branched out into the Cañada Al- The company is focused on exploring Hembrillo Battle eld nd. Volunteers painstakingly amosa Institute, which found site after archeological the ancient world of New Mexico and went over 900 acres with metal detectors, recovering site in the canyon, and began the work of excavating sustainsH its research projects in part by contracting its on- ground objects, recording every one of them. some of them and trying to determine timelines, as and services to government agencies and other companies. Observing cartridge striations, the archeologic inves- whether they are contiguously connected by one peo- For 21 years HSR served as the archeological contractor tigators were able to isolate individual guns. And using ple or if the place has been occupied and used by a for White Sands Missile Range and still works out on the the ARC view program, they were able to track the guns’ variety of peoples. range for certain jobs. movements on the battle eld and recreate the 1880 bat- The Cañada Alamosa Project systematically tested In 1972, a small group of University of New Mexico tle. four sites, each located less than one mile from the oth- graduate students created the nonpro t, said Deborah “The Buffalo soldiers were blamed for losing the bat- ers. Collectively their temporal components span the Dennis, director of HSR. tle, but archeological evidence proved they were not at time period from circa A.D. 600 to A.D. 1400. These sites “With most of our effort tied up in our own research, fault,” Dennis said. “Victorio fought a rear-guard action. are the Montoya Site, the Kelly Canyon Site, the Victorio we earned the money by working for the feds, the gov- It was his last big battle before his death.” Site and the Pinnacle Site. ernment and others,” she said. “We competed against Today, she said, the Army uses the lessons learned After excavating for 13 years, the company has now huge corporate conglomerates and sustained ourselves.” from Victorio for strategic training. Archeologist Karl been assembling and correlating the research. They will In the Bush years, around 2004, things were tougher Laumbach still goes out to the eld and gives tours to be coming out with two books on the project, Dennis because government entities like WSMR became small visiting generals and of cers. said. business set asides, and only small businesses could be Dennis said all Victorio ever wanted in the rst place “We only began to scratch the surface,” she said. “We on contract with them. was a homeland. President Grant had, in 1874, given the are looking at a series of migrations. Very different pop- “The idea was to give the small businesses a better Warm Springs Apache the Montecello Box Canyon west chance,” Dennis said. “But large corporations fronted of Truth or Consequences as their home. But Victorio’s the small businesses. We were cut out of the work at people were soon uprooted from that homeland by the WSMR, but they would nd ways to sole-source to us Department of the Interior and shufed to Arizona, an anyway.” action which led to Victorio’s ight and ultimately to the HSR was tasked in 1988 by WSMR to monitor the battle at Hembrillo. efforts of Ova Noss, who was searching for a stash of In 1989, the experience at Hembrillo took HSR to ex- gold supposedly hidden in the San Andres Mountains by plore the canyon where Victorio’s people claimed home. Warm Springs Apache Chief Victorio. The Montecello Box is located in an area called Cañada “We were there to keep an eye on them, to preserve Alamosa. cultural resources,” Dennis said. “Then our guys started “We were dumfounded,” Dennis said.

The Building New Mexico had more Civilian Conservation Corps camps than any state in the Union, Dennis said. The building in which Human Systems Research Inc. is housed, 535 S. Melendres St. in Las Cruces, was built in 1937 as a CCC school. The CCC was speci cally created for young men 18 to 21. In 1998 HSR purchased the building and dis- covered old CCC workbooks still in the building. “A lot of them tried to get into the CCC speci cally so they could complete college with engineering degrees by going after work,” she said. “The CCC camp sustained the agricul- ture in the area.” But then the program had been under the Department of War and they made the area into a German/Italian POW camp and the building became the army’s administration headquarters for the camp. When the Germans and Italians didn’t get along, the Italians were moved to a separated camp, located where Young Park Above images are from Cañada Alamosa research sites taken over the 13 years Human is now in Las Cruces. Systems Research Inc. was on scene collect- HSR is working to preserve the historical building and getting it listed on the National Historic Reg- ing and documenting in the Montecello Box ister. Canyon area about 25 miles northwest of Truth or Consequences. (Courtesy Photos) DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 25

Human Systems Research Buffalo Roast On March 11, Human Sys- tems Research Inc. is inviting the community to a fundraising buffalo roast at the New Mexico Archeology making connections across time Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. Funds received by participants ulation came in and used the area.” go to support the The Mimbres were there, she said, with their black Cañada Alamosa and white pottery. The third- and fourth-oldest pottery Project. sherds found in the United States came out of the Caña- The buffalo da Alamosa. Dennis plans two books around the discov- comes from eries at the box canyon. Colorado and HSR Research Inc. and Cañada Alamosa Project raise is cooked by funds to continue their research annually with a Buffalo Las Cruces chef Roast Fundraiser. The event has been moved to March Juan Morales of the Santa Fe Grill. in conjunction with the 45th anniversary. It takes place “We have people who come for March 11 at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage the buffalo, we have our support- Museum ers and volunteers, and some “The event provides a venue for the community to come for the presentation,” said come and hear about the history of the area, which is Deborah Dennis, HSR director. why we are excited about being here.” The 2017 presentation is Dennis feel it is important to the future that people “Amazing Women of the West,” discover their past. a Chautauqua by VanAnn Moore. “If we don’t understand out history, we are doomed to Moore takes on the aspects of keep making the same mistakes over and over again,” three diverse women from the Dennis said. “Our culture seems to make progress by mid-1800s. destroying the past.” Doña Tules owned gambling houses in Santa Fe and estab- lished close relationships with Mexican and American leaders. Susan Shelby Magof n, often billed as the rst Anglo woman down the Santa Fe Trail, re- corded her adventure for future generations. Lydia Spencer Lane, the wife of an army of cer who served at Fort Fillmore and elsewhere in New Mexico, also produced a memoir of her life and times. Moore draws on the wealth of material to offer a look at women’s lives in territorial New Mexico. HSR Projects Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner is HSR Research has worked on sites in the Tularosa Basin HSR was contracted to pick up and document everything at 6 p.m. and the presentation is and across southern New Mexico since its inception. culturally signi cant on El Camino Real where it came at 7 p.m. Dinner is $40 per person Culturally signi cant places it has focused on include the close to potential spaceport construction locations. and tickets are available for pre Alexander McSween home, Lincoln County War history “What we found in terms of quantity was shoe nails,” purchase. The presentation itself and the restoration of the Oliver Lee Ranch House in Dog Dennis said. “Everyone was coming out of their shoes — is also open to the public and part Canyon, Otero County. HSR was founded with a focus on men, women, children, horses, mules.” of the New Mexico Humanities the archaeology of the Tularosa Basin in particular and on HSR still takes on government contracts and other pri- Council Chautauqua program. southern New Mexico in general. vate company work. There are 10 full-time paid employees At one time HSR created a curriculum, “Capture the and numerous others are contracted on an as-needed basis. Past,” for kindergarten through 12th grade to get the youth “We are just always taking on projects,” she said. “El For more out into the eld for hands-on experience with archeology, Paso Electric, Santa Teresa Airport, just for a few.” Dennis said. The organization has always been a training ground for information “We used to spend a lot of time in the schools,” she said. those studying in the eld. www.humansystemsresearch.org/ “The curriculum is still available. Teachers still use it.” “We use a lot of graduate students,” she said. “You can www.canadaalamosaproject.org They had the original spaceport survey in 1994, when look around the state and almost everyone (in the eld) has Spaceport America was but a glimmer in a governor’s eye. been connected with HSR.” 26 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

RANDOM ACTS OF NONSENSE • JIM DUCHENE Grandpa, P.I.

f you’ve read the Raising My known to do. Also, my father is baseball game and all the bas- “Somebody called. They said and watch TV?” he answered, Father stories over at the naturally curious. There is no es are loaded, he’ll say of the you’ve got the job.” shrugging it off. IDesert Diary section of this private conversation I can have batter walking to the plate, “I My son was so excited he “Because it’s good for your ne publication, you know that with my lovely wife that my fa- bet he bunts.” When the batter jumped for joy and got stuck. sex life,” I joked. my much older brother takes ther won’t try to eavesdrop on. then hits a home run, he’ll still “That’s great, grandpa! Who My father thought about that. care of our elderly father. He “Honey,” I’ll say, as I’m whis- insist, “He should have bunt- called?” “Who do I know lives 15 does this without complaint. At pering sweet nothings into her ed.” “What?” was my father’s re- minutes away?” he wanted to least I think he does it without ear, “let’s go take a nap.” With his hearing aids, not sponse. know. complaint. I quit listening to “A NAP?” my father will only can he hear, but he has “Which company called?” It’s this dedicated avoidance him years ago. interject from across the SUPER hearing. “Company?” of exercise that, despite his There are times, however, room, his TV blasting away at If a bad guy he captured “Yes. Which one called?” advanced age, gives him the when my brother and his fam- full volume. “It’s the middle of were to confess, “I admit it, “Don’t you know?” stamina of a much younger ily travel out of town on vaca- the day! Why would you want gumshoe. I assassinated Presi- “How would I know? I didn’t private investigator. As long as tion and are unable to take him to take a nap?” dent Kennedy, kidnaped Jimmy answer the phone. Did they that P.I. is only six days young- along. This is when I’ve had I also have to be careful Hoffa, and put the heartbreak leave their name and number?” er. the pleasure of taking care of where I place my mail because in psoriasis,” my father would “As a matter of fact, they did” After doing something stren- my father. Let me stress that it my father will pick it up and go nod his head knowingly. my father sniffed, offended. uous, like eating lunch, he’ll an- is indeed a pleasure, because, through it as if it’s any of his “What did he say?” a police “What is it?” nounce to no one in particular, if my brother happens to read business, which it usually isn’t. of cer just arriving at the scene “I forgot.” “I’m going to take a nap.” this, I want him to think he got His own mail, however, he has might inquire. And don’t let my father’s fad- My wife and I will look at the better end of the taking- no interest in. My brother tells “I don’t know,” my dad would ing eyesight fool you, nothing each other. care-of-your-aging-parent deal. me he’ll hand it to him and our answer. “I can’t get this dang escapes his notice. Just ask the IN THE MIDDLE OF THE It was during these adven- father will just put it down hearing aid to work. Wait a lady who likes to sunbathe next DAY? tures that I came to the conclu- wherever he’s at. There it will minute!” door. Which reminds me of sion that my father should be stay until my brother brings it “What? WHAT?” the cop a private investigator’s most Born in the southwest, a private investigator, and I’m to his attention. would say, pulling out his gun, valuable skill: womanizing. President Jim Duchene not just saying that because he “Aren’t you going to check ready for anything. Like any P.I. worth his salt, proudly honored the sports a thick mustache, drives your mail, dad?” “My son and his wife are tak- womanizing is just one of my tradition of a peaceful a red Ferrari, and has an old “Why bother?” my father will ing a nap... and it’s The Middle father’s many talents. transfer of power with a war buddy who ies a helicop- say. “It’s nothing but bills.” Of The Day!” “Dad, you should start walk- minimal loss of life. See ter for a living. No, I’m saying We, his children, take care Nothing goes undetected or ing at least 15 minutes every if you survived at that because he has all the of all his other expenses. Like unreported by my father. In day,” my wife, concerned for JimDuchene.BlogSpot.com, qualities it takes to ght crime a true P.I., my father isn’t inter- the brief time he was with us, his health, told him. RaisingMyFather.BlogSpot. and baby kangaroos. ested in paying his bills, so we my son received an important “Why walk when I can sit com, and @JimDuchene. Despite what you see on TV, take care of those, too. phone call on our landline. He private investigating actually My father understands hu- was job hunting, you see, and consists of doing nothing for man behavior and has the un- had applied to several com- GUEST COLUMN • CATHY WARD long periods of time. Heck, my canny ability to anticipate what panies. When he came home, dad can do that standing on his someone is going to do before my father gave him the happy head, which, at times, he’s been they do it. When he watches a news. Wheelchair Rants The view from a seated position not always so pretty

o-called “handicapped” or your chair which could be a real Human Systems Research, Inc. “accessible” bathrooms: handicap! Also, people park in a nonprofit for anthropological research and preservation SAccessible motel bath- the marked wheelchair loading rooms with a bathtub. It doesn't zones which makes it very dif - Presents matter how many safety bars cult-more traveling in the street! there are — and sometimes Equipment: I have decided Amazing Women of the Wild West there are so many that it looks that whoever designed wheel- Presentation by VanAnn Moore like a jail. A person whose legs chairs, scooters and power don't work can't get into or out chairs never sat in them for Beginning at 7 pm of a bathtub safely. more than ve minutes. My little “Accessible” bathroom stalls scooter is great for shopping ex- that have no room for a wheel- cept for the seat which feels like chair and the person in it. On a a block of cement. recent trip, we found one that Try sitting on a block of ce- we managed to squeeze into ment for an hour. It does some- except for two problems. We thing to one's disposition that could not close the door, and isn't nice. Then there are the no matter how many yoga po- cushions. They are designed to sitions we tried, there was no give one a permanent wedgie way I could get on the throne. and a burning behind. I have a Perhaps they meant handicap gel cushion that likes to goose like in golf. What's with the me every time I move. 6th Annual safety bar behind the toilet? Is Power chairs and scooters that to be used for a person to should have rear view mirrors as Buffalo Roast Fundraiser grab and vault himself or her- standard equipment. I have lost self off the toilet and back into friends due to my lack of back- Saturday, March 11, 2017 the wheelchair. Not a pretty ing up skills. However, some of at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Museum picture! them have forgiven me as I can Doors: doors that open out to- park close to stores and carry 4100 Dripping Springs Rd. ward you. Try sitting in a chair bags. Las Cruces, New Mexico and opening a door toward you Prices: For some reason, any- and somehow getting in. This thing with the designation as often leads to painful injuries “handicapped” automatically Doors open at 5 pm (more handicap issues) or wait- adds hundreds of dollars to the with a Cash Bar and Silent Auction ing for some kind soul to hold price. Why is that? Most people the door open. with a handicap don't appear to Buffalo Roast Dinner served at 6 pm Ramps: Who wants to climb be that well off. Mount Everest in a wheelchair? In summary, I am suggesting Advanced Ticket Sales Only Some ramps are so steep they that perhaps actual handicapped look like the streets of San Fran- people should help design wheel- $40 person cisco! Downtown Deming has a chairs and other equipment as To Purchase Tickets Call few ramps from street parking well as doors and ramps. Also, to the sidewalk but this often en- it sure would be nice to see less 575.524.9456 tails traveling in the street to get exorbitant prices for our equip- to a ramp and hoping no one hits ment. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 27

THE STARRY DOME • BERT STEVENS Horologium, the Clock

e are all hostages to face showing. Saturn moves the clock. There is no slowly eastward from eastern Wescape and no relief, Ophiuchus into western Sagit- not even in our sky. Horologium, tarius. the Clock, straddles our south- At the beginning of the month, ern horizon on these February Mercury will be seven degrees evenings. It is the 58th largest above the east-southeastern constellation in the sky. Horolo- horizon as it starts to get light gium is mostly composed of after rising just before 6 a.m. Its faint stars, with only one being disc will be 5.6 seconds-of-arc brighter than magnitude four. across and 81 percent illuminat- This modern constellation ed. Each day will see Mercury was created by the French as- getting lower in the sky until it is tronomer Nicolas Louis de La- no longer visible by midmonth. caille in 1752. Lacaille had spent The Messenger of the Gods trav- two years in South Africa chart- els eastward from central Sagit- ing the southern skies. While he tarius, through Capricornus and was observing there, he used a into central Aquarius. pendulum clock to time his ob- There will be an annular so- servations. Astronomers use a lar eclipse on Feb. 26. The path form of longitude called Right of annularity runs from south- Ascension to record locations in ern South America, across the the sky. Right Ascension is mea- southern Atlantic Ocean and sured in hours, minutes, and sec- into south-central Africa. None onds of time as astronomers like of this eclipse will be visible Lacaille measured a star’s posi- from the desert southwest, but tion by noting the time the star you can still “keep watching the disappears behind a crosshair in sky”! their telescope. Horologium, the Clock, straddles our southern horizon on February evenings. This constellation His new star catalog provid- is mostly composed of faint stars that were grouped to form a clock, ling in this section of the An amateur ed Lacaille the opportunity to southern sky. When we look at Horologium, we are looking southward out of the plane of our Milky astronomer create 14 new constellations Way galaxy, so there is much less gas and dust to obscure our view out of the galaxy than along the for more than in the southern sky. Most were plane of the Milky Way. This gives us a better view of globular clusters outside our galaxy proper. 45 years, Bert technological instruments of the to form our galaxy, isolated areas increasing size of the disc will seconds-of-arc across, while the Stevens is time, including what he called in of the cloud began to collapse, begin to lose out to the disc be- Rings are 35.8 seconds-of-arc co-director of French as l’Horloge à pendule & forming the individual globular coming more of a crescent. across and they are tilted down Desert Moon à secondes (clock with pendu- clusters. Having formed before The sunlit side of Venus will 26.6 degrees with the northern Observatory in Las Cruces. lum and seconds hand), much the rest of the galaxy, globu- cover the maximum amount of like the one he used when mak- lar clusters are not con ned to sky for this apparition, with a ing his observations. Lacaille the plane of the galaxy like the disc that will be 40 percent illu- Latinized the name to Horologi- much younger open clusters. minated and 39.5 seconds-of-arc ADOBE TECHNIQUES, LLC um for his 1763 star chart. There, They travel above and below the across. Concete Pumping & Decorative Gravel, he depicted this constellation plane of the Milky Way, orbiting Venus moves eastward from as a pendulum-controlled wall the center of our galaxy. NGC western Pisces to the central Shotcrete, Slabs, Block Laying, Bobcat, Dirt, Gravel and Pavers clock with a pair or weights that 1261 is currently south of the part of that constellation where provide the power to keep the plane of our galaxy, but it will it comes almost to a stop. The 575-574-5956 clock running. eventually turn northward trav- Goddess of Love is 33 degrees LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED (#367590) Within the boundaries of elling through the plane of the above the west-southwestern FREE ESTIMATES Horologium is the globular clus- Milky Way. It will then turn back horizon as it gets dark and sets ROHAN STITES, OWNER ter NGC 1261. Composed of southward, passing through the around 9 p.m. WWW.ADOBETECHNIQUES.COM mostly faint stars, this globular plane again to return to its cur- The God of War is just above cluster is just over 53,000 light- rent position. Venus as the month begins and years away from us. It is not NGC 1261 is not the only continues eastward during the visible to the naked eye, with a globular cluster in Horologium. month even as Venus slows magnitude of only 8.3, but it is Arp-Madore 1 is one of the most down. Mars is 38 degrees up in easily seen in a telescope. NGC distant globular clusters orbit- the west-southwest as it gets 1261 was discovered by James ing our galaxy. It is named after dark, setting around 9:30 p.m. Its Dunlop on Nov. 24, 1826. Dun- Halton Arp and Barry F. Madore disc is 4.8 seconds-of-arc across lop was a Scottish astronomer who used the United Kingdom and it shines with a reddish glow working at the Paramatta Ob- Schmidt Telescope near Siding at magnitude +1.2. The God of servatory just outside Sidney in Spring, Australia, to classify this War travels from western Pi- New South Wales, Australia, at faint cluster as a globular clus- sces to eastern Pisces during the the time of the discovery. ter. It is the most distant globu- month. Globular clusters appear cir- lar known today, located south Jupiter is stationary in cen- cular in the sky. NGC 1261 is of the Milky Way, about 398,000 tral Virgo at the beginning of the 12.9 minutes-of-arc across, mak- light-years distant. This is more month, turning westward later ing it about a quarter of the area than twice the diameter of the in the month. At midmonth is ris- of the full moon. It is actually a Milky Way, a truly distant glob- es around 10 p.m. in the east and giant sphere of stars, which are ular cluster. it is 48 degrees up in the south loosely packed in the outskirts, The Planets for February 2017. as it gets light. At midmonth, the but become increasingly more Venus reaches its maximum King of the Gods’ disc will be densely packed near the center brightness for the current eve- 34.7 seconds-of-arc across shin- of the cluster. In the center, the ning apparition on Feb. 17, ing at magnitude -2.1. stars are a million times more reaching magnitude -4.63. As Around 5 a.m., Saturn rises densely packed than in our re- Venus comes around the sun, it in the east-southeast, shining gion of space. gets closer to Earth so it appears at magnitude +0.5. It will be 32 None of the observed globu- larger. It is also becoming more degrees above the south-south- lar clusters have any active star of a crescent, so less of the disc eastern horizon as it gets light. forming regions. This means that is illuminated. On that date, the The Ringed Planet’s disc is 15.8 the stars that form these clusters have been in existence for a very Calendar of Events – FEBRUARY 2017 (MST) long time. In fact, globular clus- ters are some of the oldest ob- 03 9:19 p.m. First Quarter Moon 06 12 p.m. Jupiter stationary jects in our neighborhood. They 12 5:33 p.m. Full Moon are even older than the Milky 17 12 a.m. Venus greatest illuminated extent Way galaxy itself. 18 12:33 p.m. Last Quarter Moon Our galaxy was formed from a 26 7:58 a.m. New Moon-Annular Solar Eclipse giant gas cloud. Before it started 28 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

SUBORBITAL • ELVA K. ÖSTERREICH Along El Camino Real Area relay foot race begins in El Paso, ends at Spaceport America

arc and Marianna Heon munities and learn about the his- “With my busy schedule, there have participated in 24 tory not only relevant to the area is no consistent training plan,” Mrelay foot races. Their but to the United States. he said. “I go home (after work) love for the special aspects of While Marc does much of the and do 4-6 miles every night, 10- the format has led them to cre- traveling and networking for MH 18 miles on weekends. It’s about ate their own company, MH En- Enterprises, Marianna is work- spending as much time on your terprises, which specializes in ing hard at home in Surprise, feet as you can. In an ultrarun organizing races, from 5K to 200 Arizona, scheduling, planning sometimes you are on your feet miles, with unique nish lines and making sure all the ducks for 36 hours.” distances. are lined up. During the race she When Atteberry was 8 years Now, the couple is organiz- will be waiting, organizing and old, he did his rst Bataan Me- ing a race, April 8 and 9, from documenting at the nish line morial Death March with his El Paso to Spaceport America. while Marc is out on the course dad. When he was in college he All levels of runners are invited Marianna and Marc Heon of MH Enterprises, organizers of the making sure everything is mov- started running regularly in col- to participate in the Spaceport Spaceport America Realy have done their share of competitive ing smoothly. lege. At 21, his dad asked him if America Relay, from amateur racing across the Southwest. (Courtesy Photo) “We have grassroots ambassa- he would participate in a 50-mile to professional levels, and form els. The exchanges are located ceive an of cial medal for doing dors in multiple states (promot- ultra-marathon. teams from groups of friends to at interesting, culturally signi - so. ing the race),” Marc said. “We “I thought ‘you’ve got be some- company coworkers, including cant and unique locations, Marc Mark and Marianna have been are looking for people who are what dumb to do a 50-miler,’” he participating in the Corporate said. to the race area multiple times looking to try out a new adven- said. But when his dad said they Challenge. “The runners are going to have to scope out the course. They ture.” would do it together, Atteberry What Marc loves best about the best of both worlds, from are excited about the special as- Las Crucen Justin Atteberry is said “yes.” the relay aspect is the teamwork. the conquistadores to space,” pects and history of the area. a 26-year-old runner who will be Not a competitive person, At- “There is something about the he said. “In this type of a race “The nish line at the space- completing the entire 180 miles teberry does long-distance run- team aspect that is pretty amaz- event, we have an overnight run. port is fantastic,” Marc said. by himself. Atteberry said he has ning to challenge himself. He ing,” he said. “It’s something that Along the course we have minor “There is no other race in the done several 100-milers and a likes talking to the other runners is truly a team effort. There is exchanges and major exchang- world that has a spaceport as a number of multi-day endurance and keeps his spirits up that way. always some obstacle that crops es where we have aid stations, nish line. Once we established events. “Running is what I really en- up — you do truly have to come medical support and water sta- the nish line we fell in love “Over the years I went from joy,” he said. “It is about nish- together as a team. This is some- tions. When we mapped out with the region, the Rio Grande from 50-milers to 100-milers ing in a reasonable amount of thing fairly unique in the race course, we highlighted areas of Valley, etc. History is part of the and I have been wanting to do time.” world, not relying on just one history and communities provid- excitement, the idea we are fol- a 200-miler for some time,” he Atteberry said someone once runner.” ing moments you can stop and lowing the whole trail, coming said. “When I saw this event go- told him, “If you have some type The 180-mile race is a point- reect. though the path of the conquis- ing on, it really spurred my inter- of problem, you go on a 4-hour to-point relay with 36 designat- The shortest leg of the race is tadores.” est. I thought it would be really run and if you haven’t gured it ed exchanges — locations to two miles and the longest is 13.1 He said one of the bene ts of cool to actually do.” out by the end, you should give switch out runners/walkers. As miles, Marc said. That is the big the Spaceport America Relay Atteberry is a structural en- up on that problem.” long as the team makes the trip challenge leg for the hardcore Race is that it is an opportuni- gineer working in El Paso and Find out more about the race, in the 40-hour time limit, people runners. All the runners com- ty for people from around the trains for his running daily, extra or register at spaceportameri- can participate at their own lev- pleting the 13.1-mile stretch re- country to experience the com- on weekends. carelayrace.com.

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CYCLES OF LIFE • FR. GABRIELE ROCHELLE Committed to Commuting Starting a new year of cycling the streets

logged 7,000-plus cycling There is a true increase of joy at the sunshine, the people — and gures: the CO2 emission for a as you begin commuting. Consid- miles in 2016, far more than being alive when you ride more. this enhances your life. You are cyclist is 21 grams per kilome- er joining a local cycling group; II logged with my two cars to- Often it seems that motorists not over against your surround- ter; for an automobile it is 271 there are many across southern gether. Thirty- ve percent of my are frustrated and hassled when ings, but you are in tune with grams, and for a bus 101 grams. New Mexico. rides (roughly 2400 miles) were commuting because they failed them. You are not apart from the Again, no contest. Thanks to my companions on for commuting — to work, to to calculate the time needed environment, you are part of it Number four is safety — yes, the Velo Cruces Board for input school, to church, to meetings, for tasks. Cyclists experience and it feels good. you read that correctly. As you for this column. Next month we to shops and for visits. With time little of this frustration because Number three is the decrease develop street smarts, maintain will consider how to begin as a off for trips without my folding we adjust our expectations and in pollution from fuel emissions your bicycle properly tted with commuter. bike, that averages 50 miles a needs relative to cycling. We and from noise —plus it saves lights and wear helmet and re- week. In 2015 I increased the have to calculate in advance our you money. The money part is ective clothing as protection, Fr. Gabriel miles I was willing to commute commuting needs and timing clear. According to the Ameri- you will be in a safer situation Rochelle is from seven to 10; that commit- each day, but having done so, the can Automobile Association, it than if you drive. pastor of St ment led to enhanced 2016 g- day proceeds at a steady, more costs approximately $8,500 to If you are a commuter, or intend Anthony of ures. leisurely pace. Cycle commuting operate a car each year. My three to be one, join us on the second the Desert All commuting cyclists can also gives you opportunity to bikes cost me $560 to maintain Monday of each month at the Las Orthodox testify that making such a com- gear up for the day and to wind in 2016. I keep accurate budget Cruces Railroad Museum, 351 N. Mission, Las mitment changes your attitude down at day’s end, because you gures so I can testify that my Mesilla Street (north of Amador), Cruces, an avid cyclist and and perception. I experienced are not ghting traf c as you do costs of running a car plummet- at 7:05 a.m. for the Visibility Ride. secretary for Velo Cruces, the a mental shift from “I’m a driv- in a motor vehicle. ed over the course of 2016 by 60 Certi ed bicycle educators reg- local advocacy group; see er who occasionally cycles for Number two is the increased percent (not counting necessary ularly participate in this ride and Velocruces.org. The church is commuting” all the way to “I’m awareness of your surroundings. repairs to both automobiles). are more than willing to assist you at http://stanthonylc.org. a cyclist who occasionally uses When you cycle, you see people The pollution part should a car for commuting.” walking and may take a moment be obvious, but here are a few So what are the bene ts of to interact. You perceive the nat- facts: noise is minimal when you commuting? ural world even in the midst of a ride a bike. Often you hear only Number one is an increase city. You see surroundings — the the sound of your chain circling DATURA in mental and physical health. mountains, the sky, the clouds, the crank. But look at emission Celebrating 15 Years!!!! Facials, Body Treatments, Re exology, BODY, MIND, SPIRIT • SUZANNE BARTEAU Spa Pedicures & Manicures, Aromatherapy, Waxing

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It turns out that noth- really click on. (Just kidding! I to my gut, unless ice cream is in- ing that left my house for good last don’t have one of those. Yet.) I’m volved, and the static is so bad in year was really important to me. saying it because last year, around my house in winter that I shock It also turns out that the carefree this time, I got rid of about 75 per- myself a dozen times a day any- feeling of not being burdened by cent of the contents of my home, way, so I ended up with a lot of excess belongings is so delightfully and it was deeply, incredibly satis- false positives. Fortunately, the - enjoyable that now I try to be vig- fying. A year later, my life does in nal tally was still a lot less clothes ilant about not letting new things fact feel lighter and my house still than I started with. in to ll up the space that was so feels a lot more spacious. Next comes the step most likely painstakingly liberated. Junk mail Marie Kondo was my guide. to trip you up: donate and/or dis- goes in the trash immediately. Kondo is an elegantly slender card all the items that didn’t make Books arrive, but they leave as young Japanese woman who the cut. It can be hard to let go. If soon as they’re read. It was hard wrote a bestselling book that you’re worried there’s something work to free up this inner and out- promises “life-changing magic” to in the discard pile that you might er space, and I don’t want to have anyone willing to do a little ‘tidying regret getting rid of, you can bor- up.’ Her method is to tackle your row from the “Packing Party” idea MINIMALISM belongings by category, rather suggested by Joshua Millburn and continued on page 31 30 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

A teepee at one of the Standing Rock camps keeps those still at the camp warm for the time being.

Jay Smith gets directions from passing Sioux at one of the Standing Rock camps. (Photos by Morgan Smith) TUMBLEWEEDS • MORGAN SMITH To Standing Rock Cold, waiting, DAPL issue still in limbo

hat now?” my son, tinier towns like Mud Butte and just talk — and this is what the Jay asked. It was Flasher and after a day and a Lakota Sioux personify as well “WSunday, Dec. 5, half of blowing snow, beautiful as the volunteers who came and we were just north of Dil- but isolated ranchland, icy nar- from all over the country. ia, New Mexico, where he has row roads and bitter cold, we Our truck was loaded with the a small farm and where we had came across an array of cars and much-needed rewood, propane loaded his Toyota Tundra with trucks stuck in snowbanks and canisters, clothing and boots as A temporary shelter at a Standing Rock camp is destroyed during a winter storm. rewood. We were headed to then the Oceti Sakowin camp. well as a huge freezer full of beef the Standing Rock Sioux Reser- There were no demonstrations, and elk meat donated by a bow MAGGIE KNOX vation in North Dakota but had no police, just dozens of ags hunter here in Santa Fe named Licensed Massage Therapist just heard that the Army Corps whipping in the wind and a hun- Jesse Gries. First, we tried to of Engineers had called a halt kering down for survival. help two young women from to the Dakota Access Pipe Line It was 4 degrees with 50 mile- Missouri jump start their car. Time-Out Massage (DAPL) project that had been per-hour winds. Jay and I have There were people from all over 526 Hwy 180 West • Silver City, NM under protest there. Should experienced cold before; we did and many were unprepared for 575-534-9702 we call it quits or continue the many winter climbs of Colorado this savage weather. Deep Therapeutic Massage 1,000-mile drive? 14ers and once camped at tim- We then distributed the re- “Let’s keep going,” we both berline on Mt. Elbert in January wood, propane and clothing and Swedish and Neuromuscular Therapy said simultaneously. and summited in below-zero later found a friend from San- Gift Certificates Available NM Lic# 4096 After a night at his home in temperature. This, however, was ta Fe, Brian O’Keefe, who had Denver, a stop near Cheyenne a different dimension — intimi- been there for a month and had to leave off our trailer because dating and demoralizing. I came been arrested and banged up in of the intense winds, stops in away with the deepest respect a demonstration. At his request, Lusk, Wyoming, Spear sh and for all those who were there to Faith, South Dakota, Elgin, protest. Real social change re- STANDING ROCK North Dakota, after passing even quires sacri ce and risk — not continued on page 31

PIPELINE UPDATE * SUZANNE BARTEAU Is it Over? Standing Rock Sioux wait to see what COIN COLLECTIONS happens with Dakota Access Pipeline APPRAISED he ght against the Dakota Access Pipeline concern is that when snowmelt begins and the water appeared to achieve victory on Dec. 4, when rises, everything left at Oceti Sakowin will be washed YOU PICK THE PLACE the Army Corps of Engineers announced it down the river. People are being moved to higher IF I BUY — NO!!! FEES T had denied the permit for Energy Transfer Partners ground at the other two camps, but a big concern is FEES ARE NEGOTIABLE to drill underneath Lake Oahe on the Missouri Riv- the dwellings, equipment and other belongings aban- ANA - K3131056 – Call Jim 575-654-2248 er, just north of the Standing Rock Reservation, and doned in place. promised that a full environmental-impact study Many people brought or built shelters and left would be launched. them behind, either hoping to return or for other peo- Many activists and water protectors have left the ple to use. Most of the donated clothing and camping camps, but many remain, and four were arrested equipment has also been left behind, and now must as recently as Dec. 28 while engaged in a peaceful be dealt with. A group called the Indigenous Environ- prayer walk. The pipeline company’s drilling equip- mental Network has committed to do the enormous ment also still remains, although work appears to work of returning the land to its original conditions. have stopped, which may in part be due to the frig- The ght does not end with the closing of Oceti id winter weather and blizzard conditions. Record Sakowin Camp. In fact, it has spread out around the amounts of snow have fallen in North Dakota this country in the form of protests in hundreds of cities winter. Work is now underway to close the Oceti Sakowin OVER Camp because of its location in the oodplain. The continued on page 31 DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 31

MINIMALISM Ghost Adventures continued from page 29 to go through it all again. Just tune out the hundreds of So if you’re getting the urge Facebook groups and Pinterest Travel Channel Films in Old Messilla to try minimalism on for size, I boards cheerfully marketing highly recommend it. You don’t minimalism-branded products have to re-evaluate your life- to people who just want a sim- style, or have an epiphany about pler life with less stuff. The the meaning of your role on the sheer quantity of books being planet, in order to lighten your published on how to become a load by minimizing the number minimalist is absolutely mind- of your belongings. The word boggling. Resist them! You re- “minimalist” may have been ally only need one guide, if that co-opted by bloggers who are many, and you won’t need it for genuinely unclear on the con- long. When you’re done with it, cept or perhaps cynically trying give it to someone you love, or to capitalize on the latest fad to to your local library. Once it has capture some internet traf c, served its purpose let it go. You’ll but no matter. be glad you did.

OVER continued from page 30 by citizens demanding their lo- the NoDAPL effort is unknown, cal governments close accounts some of its water protectors and cut ties with major banks have turned their attention to that are invested in the pipeline. pipeline concerns in other parts Two such demonstrations took of the country. In Florida, at is- place in Albuquerque and Santa sue is the Sabal Trail natural gas Fe on Jan. 10 and 11. pipeline which threatens the Jay Wasley, Aaron Goodwin, Zack Bagans and Billy Tolley doing a take on their introduction Meanwhile, concern is grow- Floridan Acquifer. shot. (Photos by Tabitha Rossman) ing that the promised Environ- In Texas, a Trans Pecos nat- mental Impact Study had not yet ural gas pipeline is slated to be begun as of this writing. Water constructed through the fragile protectors are asking for help Big Bend bioregion and under in putting pressure on the Army the Rio Grande into Mexico. Corps of Engineers to start the And in Louisiana, the same process, amid fears that the new company trying to build DAPL is presidential administration will also trying to push through the prevent the EIS from happening Bayou Bridge pipeline through altogether and cause the denied the Atchafalaya Basin, poten- permit to be issued after all. tially destroying hundreds of While the nal outcome of acres of wetlands.

One of the lm crew waiting to get started.

host Adventures crew visited Las Cruces Gto lm at the Double Eagle, old Court house and the old Jail house on Jan. 10 and stayed until the end of the week lming for their next season that will be airing in a few months. The Ghost Adventures crew had a meet and greet session with local fans of all ages be- fore they went in for the lock down where they stayed the night inside the Double Eagle lming their paranormal en- The Ghost Adventures Nick Goff greeting the fans as he arrives counters. on to the set of their new episode.

STANDING ROCK continued from page 30 we bought more propane, a por- FOUR LEGGED: table heater, food items, bala- clavas, cooking equipment and Adjusting horses & dogs by appointment other necessities in Bismarck the next morning and braved the icy roads once again. We were TWO LEGGED: also able to jump start frozen WALK-IN CLINIC PRIVATE APPT. cars and pull others from snow- T & TH: 9 - 11:30AM & 2-4PM AVAILABLE banks. This was an intense and humbling experience and I have 575-519-2724 nothing but admiration for the Lakota Sioux who are standing ALIGNED JOINTS ARE MORE up to protect their land and wa- COMFORTABLE JOINTS... ter. When the weather is better we plan to go back. • COLD LASER THERAPY • GENTLE SPINAL Morgan Smith is a frequent • MUSCLE TESTING ALIGNMENTS Desert Exposure contributor on • KINESIOLOGY DR.LOUISE CASH, D.C. border issues. He can be reached DAPL protesters take turns maintaining prayer res at the camps to welcome and protect at [email protected]. visitors. (Photo by Morgan Smith) 309 E. COLLEGE AVE • SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO 32 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com Grant County Weekly Events

SUNDAYS Silver City Senior Citizen N. Swan St. Kay, 388-4227, A Course in Miracles — 4 p.m. For children ages Archaeology Society — Center. Beginners to or Linda, 534-4523. 7:15 p.m., 600 N. Hudson. 10+ Space for youth to First Sunday of every advanced. Contact Jean Information, 534-9172 or hang out, experiment, month, eld trip. 536-3092, 519-2977. TUESDAYS 534-1869. create and more. Free, [email protected]. Gentle Yoga — 5:30-6:56 Alzheimer’s/Dementia Curbside Consulting — Free no registration necessary. p.m. Lotus Center at Support — First Tuesday, for nonpro ts. 9 a.m.-noon. Silver City Public Library, MONDAYS 211 W. Broadway, Becky 1:30 p.m. Senior Center. Wellness Coalition, 409 515 W. College Avenue, AARP Widowed and Single Glenn, 404-234-5331. Margaret, 388-4539. N. Bullard, Lisa Jimenez, 575-538-3672 or ref@ Persons of Grant County Mom & Baby Yoga — 5:30- Bayard Historic Mine Tour 534-0665, ext. 232, lisa@ silvercitymail.com. — Second Monday, 10:30 6:30 p.m. La Clinica Health — Second Tuesday, meet wellnesscoalition.org. Yoga class — Free class a.m. Cross Point Assembly & Birth Center, 3201 Ridge at Bayard City Hall, 800 Future Engineers — 4-5 taught by Colleen Stinar. of God Church. All singles Loop. 388-4251. Free Central Ave., by 9:30 a.m. p.m. For children ages 1-2 p.m. Episcopal Church welcome. Contact Sally, to patients, $5 for non- $5 fee covers two-hour bus 6-12. Creative construction fellowship hall, Seventh 537-3643. patients. tour of historic mines plus fun with Lego, K’NEX, and Texas. Al-Anon family group, New Republican Party of literature and map; call and Strawbees! Free, no Hope —12:05 p.m. First Grant County — Second 537-3327 for reservation. registration necessary. FRIDAYS Presbyterian Church, 1915 Monday, 6 p.m. at 3 Rio Compassionate Friends Silver City Public Library, Alzheimer’s Caregivers Swan, Silver City. Contact: de Arenas Road (the old — Fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. 515 W. College Avenue, Support Group — First Jerry, 575-534-4866; Matt, Wrangler restaurant). Support for those who’ve 575-538-3672 or ref@ Friday, 10:20 a.m.-12:30 575-313-0330; Diana 575- Silver City Squares lost a child. Episcopal silvercitymail.com. p.m. at Hidalgo Medical 574-2311. Open meeting. — Dancing 7-9 p.m. Church, Parish Hall, Gilawriters — 2-4 p.m. Center. Ask at the front Art Class — 9-10:45 a.m. Presbyterian Church, 1915 Seventh and Texas St. Silver City Food Co-op’s desk for the room number. Mitch Barsh, 534-1134. Market Café Community 575-388-4539. Free senior Figure/Model Drawing — Room, 615 N. Bullard St. care service available from The Treat for Your Feet Your Whole Body will Love. 4-6 p.m. Contact Sam, Gin Rummy — 1 p.m. Yankie 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Silver 388-5583. Creek Coffee House. City Senior Center. Call Multiple Sclerosis Grant County Democratic Gigi at 575-388-1319 for ReflexologySupport Group — First Party — Second more information. Re exology ProfessionalTuesday, 11:30 Foot a.m. Massage at Wednesday, potluck at Overeaters Anonymous Profound Relaxation localProfound restaurant; Relaxation email 5:30 p.m., meeting at 6:30 — 7 p.m. at First United STRESS IS THE MAIN ISSUE IN ALL ILLNESS! for this month’s location: p.m. Sen. Howie Morales’ Methodist Church. 575- Professional Foot Massage [email protected] Crozier, C.R. building, 3060 E. Hwy. 180. 654-2067. PFLAG Silver City — First Ladies Golf Association — Silver City Woman’s Club — Malika Crozier 575-534-9809 Certified Reflexologist - 23yrs. Tuesday, 5:30-7 p.m. at 8 a.m. tee time. Silver City Second Friday, 10:30 a.m., [email protected] Bythe appointment...Silver Yankie Creek Coffee City, NM Golf Course. lunch is at noon, 411 Silver Silver City – By Appointment 575-534-9809 [email protected] Con dential Prenatal Yoga — 5:30-6:30 Heights Blvd. Kathleen at support for LGBTQ p.m. at La Clinica Health 538-3452. Feet First Young Living Essential Oils Independent Dist. #2107 for Fitness persons,Compliments their all Healingfamilies Modalities and & Birth Center, 3201 Ridge Taizé — Second Friday. friends. 575-590-8797. Loop. 388-4251. Free Service of prayer, songs, Slow Flow Yoga — to patients, $5 for non- scripture readings and La Clinica 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. patients. quiet contemplation. 6:30 Family Health & Birth Center Lotus Center at 211 W. Prostate Cancer p.m. Episcopal Church of (575) 388-4251 3201 Ridge Loop, Silver City Broadway, Becky Glenn, Support Group — Third the Good Shepherd, 538- (on 32nd St up the hill from the Hospital) 404-234-5331. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Gila 2015. • Natural Childbirth, including water birth Southwest New Mexico Regional Medical Center Woodcarving Club — First With prenatal, postpartum & newborn care Quilters Guild – First Conference Room. 388- and third Fridays except • Primary care for the whole family Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. at the 1198 ext. 10. holidays. 1 p.m. Senior Medicaid, Insurance and affordable payments accepted Grant County Extension THURSDAYS Center. 313-1518. Mon-Fri 9-5:30 Walk-Ins Welcome Of ce, 2610 N. Silver ARTS Anonymous — 5:30 Youth Space — 5:30-10 Shauna McCosh CNM, FNP www.laclinicanm.org Street, North Entrance. p.m. Artists Recovering p.m. Loud music, video Newcomers and visitors through the 12 Steps. games, chill out. Satellite/ are welcome. 575-388- Unitarian Universalist Wellness Coalition. Mary Hokom–Counseling 8161. Fellowship, 3845 N. Swan Specializing in Family, Children, and Individual therapies Tai Chi for Better Balance St. 534-1329. SATURDAYS — 10:45 a.m., Senior Blooming Lotus Meditation Alcoholics Anonymous with traditional and playful approaches to healing... Center. Call Lydia Moncada — 5:30 p.m. Lotus Center Beginners — 6 p.m. to register, 575-534-0059. at 211 W. Broadway, 313- Lions Club, Eighth & 575-574-2163 7417, geofarm@pobox. Bullard (entrance at Big [email protected] WEDNESDAYS com. Ditch behind Domino’s). Al-Anon family group — De-stressing Meditations Newcomers and seasoned Located at 301 W. College Ave. Suite #1 6 p.m. at Arenas Valley — 12-12:45 p.m. New members welcome. Silver City, NM Church of Christ, 5 Race Church of the SW Desert, Alcoholics Anonymous Track Road, Arenas Valley 1302 Bennett St. 313- “Black Chip” —11 a.m. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor • Registered Play Therapist • Infant Mental Health – Endorsed (the old radio station). 4087. to noon, at First United Contact: Tom, 575-956- Grant County Rolling Methodist Church. 8731; Karen 575-313-7094; Stones Gem and Mineral Double Feature Dot, 575-654-1643. Open Society — Second Blockbuster Mega Hit meeting. Thursday, 6 p.m. Senior Movie Night — 5:30-11 Archaeology Society Center, 204 W. Victoria St. pm. Satellite/Wellness — Third Wednesday of Kyle, 538-5706. Coalition. every month, October- Historic Mining District Evening Prayer in the November, January-April 7 & Tourism Meeting — Eastern Orthodox p.m. Silver City Women’s Second Thursday, 10 a.m. Tradition — 5 p.m. Club. Summers 6 p.m. Bayard Community Center, Theotokos Retreat location TBA. 536-3092, 290 Hurley Ave., Bayard. Center, 5202 Hwy. 152, [email protected]. 537-3327. Santa Clara. 537-4839, Babytime Sing & Play — Little Artist Club — 10:30- [email protected]. 10:30 a.m. for infants 11:30 a.m. For children Kids Bike Ride — 10 a.m., 0-12 months and their ages 0-5. Creative fun Bikeworks, 815 E. 10th St. caregivers to enj stories, for children. Free, no Dave Baker, 388-1444. songs and rhymes, and registration necessary. Narcotics Anonymous — 6 movement. Free, no Silver City Public Library, p.m. New 180 Club, 1661 registration necessary. 515 W. College Avenue, Hwy. 180 E. NATURAL ‘ HEALING BODY BEAUTY Silver City Public Library, 575-538-3672 or ref@ Spinning Group — First CARE For easy and natural self-confidence & beauty & BATH 515 W. College Avenue, silvercitymail.com. Saturday, 1-3 p.m. Yada 575-538-3672 or ref@ Tai Chi for Better Balance Yada Yarn, 614 N. Bullard, silvercitymail.com. — 10:45 a.m., Senior 388-3350. Back Country Horsemen Center. Call Lydia Moncada Vinyasa Flow Yoga alentine’s — Second Wednesday, 6 to register, 575-534-0059. — 10 a.m. All levels. p.m. Gila Regional Medical TOPS — 5 p.m. First Lotus Center at 211 W. V Center Conference Room. Presbyterian Church, 1915 Broadway, Becky Glenn, Subject to change. 574- Swan, 538-9447. 404-234-5331. Day 2888. Vinyasa Flow Yoga — 11:30 GIFTBOXES Bayard Al-Anon — 6 p.m. a.m. Lotus Center at 211 All phone numbers are area 1330 Grant Street Local Delivery Bayard Housing Authority, W. Broadway, Becky code 575 except as noted. (across from Penny Park) Available 100 Runnels Drive 313- Glenn, 404-234-5331. Send updates to events@ WWW.ZIRYABS.COM 575-519-4704 7094. WildWorks Youth Space — desertexposure.com. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 33

ENERGY WORK • TIFFANY ACOSTA • Banish Back Pain PILATES • Increase Bone Density Pollution Prevention in T or C DANCING STONES STUDIO • Sculpt Abdominal Muscles 109 N. BULLARD • SILVER CITY • Posture and Stride Retraining NMSU College of Engineering staff helps small businesses with energy ef ciency

team from New Mexico tion of windows and most doors, ing uorescent bulbs. Duet Packages and One-on-One Instruction State University has spent equipping lighting xtures with Despite their locations in older, 575-534-1261 Athe past year providing LEDs or energy-saving uores- non-ef cient buildings, the NMSU [email protected] technical assistance to two small cent bulbs, recycling cardboard team was impressed with both Carol L. Watson-Brand businesses in Truth or Conse- via on site pick up, and bene ting the Desert View Inn and R & C Fully Certified Pilates Instructor quences, New Mexico. Funded from other recycling offered at a Sumthins Ice Cream Shop’s adop- under a two-year grant from the city transfer station. tion of good energy best practices Environmental Protection Agen- Enhancements to current prac- and commended the owners for cy, the work has focused on en- tices included recommendations their attempts at energy ef ciency. couraging pollution prevention, to replace appliances such as tele- “Traditionally underserved por- and economic and energy ef - visions, refrigerators and air con- tions of rural New Mexico provide cient practices among rural hos- ditioners with new Energy-star us with wonderful opportunities pitality-based businesses in the models. Additional suggestions to practice pollution prevention southern portion of the state. included installing occupancy and energy ef ciency especial- Through the Engineering New sensors or motion sensors for ly in small businesses that can Mexico Resource Network in lights and appliances, and en- readily bene t from the result- the College of Engineering, Chris hancing recycling of materials at ing cost-savings,” Campbell said. Campbell, senior program manag- the city transfer station. “Recommendations for the two T er, and Jalal Rastegary, research The NMSU team also worked or C businesses, if adopted, could scientist, along with Amirreza with Laurette Towne, owner of result in over $28,000 in savings Barin, a computer sciences gradu- the R & C Sumthins Ice Cream over the next three years. Since ate student, worked with the R & Shop, which is located near down- 1999, NMSU and our partners at Silver City Zen Center C Sumthins Ice Cream Shop and town T or C in a 1930s building. EPA have been able to provide (Ginzan-ji Zen Buddhist Temple) Desert View Inn to assess and rec- Current energy best practices and these services free-of-charge to all ommend pollution prevention and disposal and recycling activities New Mexico communities.” Meditation Practice (Zazen) Monday-Friday 8:00 am energy ef ciency best practices. within the shop include weather- “Engineering New Mexico is Zazen, Kinhin & Dharma Talk Saturday 9:00 am “Our objective was to identify ized windows and doors, unplug- committed to expanding the pol- hospitality-based businesses that ging of electrical devices when lution prevention and econom- Dokusan (interview with teacher) by appointment had an interest in participating in not in use, equipping lighting x- ic energy ef ciency services to the project,” Rastegary said. “The tures with CFLs or energy-saving businesses across the state,” said Resident Priest 506 W. 13th St. (corner of 13th and Virginia) technical assistance we are able uorescent bulbs and recycling Patricia A. Sullivan, associate Rev. Dr. Oryu Paul Stuetzer 575-388-8874 to provide involves a non-regu- cardboard weekly via on site pick dean for outreach. “This upcom- latory assessment that results in up while other recyclables are dis- ing year, we are focused on ex- • We can guide you in making tangible recommendations for posed because recycling is only panding our collaboration with informed decisions about your care cost-savings.” offered at a city transfer station. the New Mexico Manufacturing to maintain your dignity, comfort and The NMSU team met with Hans Following an onsite assess- Extension Partnership to provide quality of life. Townsend, owner and operator ment, the NMSU team recom- a portfolio of business assistance • Our care can be provided in the place of the Desert View Inn, to eval- mended replacing all older freezer services statewide.” you call home. If you experience symptoms that cannot be managed uate the motel, which includes units with Energy-star replace- Businesses interested in learn- at home we can provide 24 hour 11 rooms and was built in the ments, removing a water softener ing more about these services nursing care at our in-patient hospice 1950s. The NMSU team found that unit to increase storage, schedul- are encouraged to contact Camp- care unit, La Posada. Townsend had already taken ini- ing regular trips to the city recy- bell at [email protected] or by • Hospice care in a covered benefit tial steps to adopt energy ef cient cling station, continuing to unplug phone at 505-263-0646 or the En- under Medicare, Medicaid, VA and most insurance. We will inform you if and pollution prevention best devices when not in use, and to gineering New Mexico Resource there are any out of pocket expenses. practices including weatheriza- use only CFL, LED or energy-sav- Network at [email protected]. • Your hospice care benefit includes the care provided by your specialized care team, medications, and durable medical equipment. 299 E. Montana • Las Cruces, NM 88005 Contact us at 575-523-4700 or Supporting Each Other www.mvhospice.org visit our website mvhospice.org ‘Crochet For The Kids’ helps foster children

ccording to Debbie Orona, of ce manager for Hidalgo ACounty Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) Luna, foster children need warm blankets, hats, and mittens this winter. The seniors at the Hi- dalgo Medical Services (HMS) Ena Mitchell Senior Center are committed to helping make such Hot Springs & Spa handmade items for local foster 311 Marr Truth or Consequences, NM 87901 children. The seniors just need the community’s help with collecting 575-894-3148 lapalomahotspringsandspa.com a suf cient amount of yarn and crochet needles to make it hap- Stay 3 Nights in Suites, Third Night is 50% Off pen. 6 Free owing hot mineral baths with “Noble ” water “The seniors who utilize the 6 Last two artesian natural ow bathhouses in T or C Ena Mitchell Senior Center sug- Hidalgo Medical Services’ Ena Mitchell, senior center volunteer, gested this very generous idea,” works with community members who are assisting with the 6 Indoor and outdoor pools said Edith Lee, LMSW, HMS Chief “Crochet for the Kids” program and organizing recently-donated 6 Overnight in rustic historic cabins or contemporary suites crochet materials. From left to right are Lynn Hendley standing in Support Of cer. “HMS is com- front of John Givan, Advisory Council President, Judith Smotts, 6 24-hour access to hot springs for lodging guests mitted to helping to make their Teresa Bravo, Secretary, Maura Rico and Susan Lamb. 6 Spacious contemporary suites with covered parking innovative recommendation a re- 6 Massage, re exology, facials, pedicures ality. Blankets, hats, and mittens tween HMS and CYFD in Hidal- gram are encouraged to contact are the primary items that these go County serves as another op- HMS Family Support Services. 6 Courtyard with hammocks, re pits, gardens and grill Hidalgo County seniors would portunity for the individuals that Hidalgo County drop-off and 6 Holistic support and more…. like to crochet to share with local HMS serves, such as our Hidalgo contact information: Ena Mitch- foster children between the ages County senior population, to help ell Senior Center, 532 E. DeMoss of newborn and 18 years. The make a positive difference in the Street in Lordsburg, 575-542-9414. primary items needed for seniors lives of others,” said Dan Otero, Grant County drop-off and con- at the HMS Ena Mitchell Senior HMS chief executive of cer. tact information: HMS Family Center include yarn and crochet Those interested in donating Support Services Of ce, 110 W. needles.” yarn and crochet needles or who 11th Street in Silver City, 575-534- “Come and take the waters.” “This collaborative effort be- want to participate in this pro- 0248. 34 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

HIGH PLACES • GABRIELE TEICH It’s a Bumpy World Rock house mine hike in the Organ Mountains f you take Baylor Canyon deep these mining tunnels go. will come and GET you!” He Road from the south side For an even bigger (and much meant well. I(Dripping Springs Road) for longer) adventure you can con- At the bottom of the trail by about three miles, about 1,000 tinue from the top of the mine our car we met the police of - feet after the road changes and follow the ridge trail to- cer and later we found out that from dirt to paved, a road turns wards the mountains, which lat- the climbers had been brought off sharply to the right and you er curves left (north) and leads to safety. Too-cold ngers had cross a cattle guard. Immedi- up to a canyon full of giant boul- made it impossible for them to ately, the road turns rocky. You ders and, eventually, the Rabbit get either up or down, but once might dare continue if you have Ears Plateau. off the wall they were able to The rock house at the Mine House Spring in Baylor Canyon, once a high clearance old Jeep. Oth- On one of our outings a few walk out. provided shelter for miners in the canyon. (Photos by Gabriele erwise pull over and follow the years back we had to call the This is no news, but the moun- Teich) road on foot. Search and Rescue Team to aid tains can be dangerous if you The way leads to an old rock some rock climbers who got don’t come prepared. So, as al- house (Google Maps calls it stuck on a cliff face there. We ways, go out, have fun, enjoy the Mine House Spring), which had heard them earlier, gleefully outdoors, but remember your sheltered miners who worked hollering, but were too far away sunscreen, hat and sturdy shoes! the mine farther up the trail. to actually see them (note to self: Hubby has taken to bringing a One corner still shows signs of bring binoculars next time!) and hiking stick along for additional open-pit res, which might stem the afternoon was getting windy stability and support. from more recent times. Behind and cold, so we turned around. They make collapsible ones the house you can make out the That’s when their cries suddenly now that can be easily stashed in remnants of a garden or proba- sounded more frantic and with a your backpack. ble pasture for animals. A big lot of yelling back and forth we tree offering shade completes nally determined that they in- Of German the idyllic scene. deed needed rescuing. We called origin, Follow the trail farther and it 911 and gave them our coordi- Gabriele Teich will lead you to the mine. It is a nates (it’s good to have a GPS has called Las fun site to explore with kids but or smart phone with you). They Cruces her keep a close eye on them. While connected us to the State Police home for the some entrances below have been who sent out an of cer and also last 18 years — closed with metal doors, on top informed the Search and Rescue and loved every minute of it, of the hill are several wide-open Team. We still chuckle at how hiking the mountains in the pits without rails. Throw a rock our son yelled to the climbers: immediate surrounding and Old mining equipment can still be found in the area of Baylor in to see (or rather hear) how “We called the police and they all over this beautiful state. Canyon Road. Silver Smiles Dr. Caytlyn Foy Bonura We are pleased • Family Dentistry • Teeth Whitening to welcome Dr. Joseph • Root Canal treatment • Extractions Dylan Everett • Children’s Dentistry • Dental Crowns & Fillings DDS, MS to Silver • Replacement Teeth • Porcelain Veneers Smiles. • Accepts most PPO Dental Ins. Call today for an Silver Smiles appointment. Dr. Bonura, DDS 575-534-3699 Dr. Everett earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry. He also Mon. - Fri., 8AM - 5PM, completed a Master’s Degree in Oral Biology and Peri- CLOSED WED. odontics at Texas A&M University. Originally from fur- Silversmilesdental.com ther north in the Texas Panhandle, Dr. Everett was born in Amarillo to a great family of ranchers and farmers, [email protected] and called the nearby town of Stratford, Texas his home. 1608 N. Bennett St., Silver City, NM Caytlyn Bonura, DDS We are pleased to welcome Dr. Everett to Silver Smiles. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 35

BRONCO SUE • JENNIFER GRUGER ‘2017 Best Western Hat Maker’ Custom headwear team creates classics

t rst blush, Kenny and car to drive down to pick up two Lou Lynn Bratcher are custom hats for her rodeo queen Aabout as laid back and daughter,” she said. relaxed a couple as you could When asked about the pro- imagine. Sitting in their shop in cess for creating a custom hat, Tularosa, you would think they Kenny said people will often say, had just returned from a stroll “I want a hat like so and so wore through the 49 blocks and were in such and such movie.” Most considering whether to have of the time they know exactly lunch or read the paper rst. what they want. When you sit with them for a Sometimes there are new cus- bit however, what you discov- tomers who’ve never owned a er is con dence and humility hat before, so the Bratchers of- based on years and years of fer advice based on the intended experience as business owners, use of the hat and the personal community members, and most habits of the customer. A cus- importantly of course, very busy tom t requires measurements hat makers in their business, to be taken and then a special Bronco Sue. form is created, just for that The couple started out by person, called a “retainer.” The Blocking machine made in Kenny and Lou Lynn Bratcher standing in their shop at 907 St. selling palm leaf hats (think retainer is used to shape the hat 1890’s, used to make every felt Francis Drive in Tularosa. Kenny was named “2017 Best Western traditional working cowboy and then goes home with the hat hat in the shop. This is the rst Hat Maker” by readers of True West magazine. (Photos by Jenni- hat made from what you might for storage so the shape can be step where a hat block is set fer Gruger) have thought was a straw mate- maintained over time. Many of into the hat body to start to Kenny Bratch- er holding a rial.) They started out just man- their customers make repeat or- form the shape of the crown of the hat. fuzzy, oppy aging the business from their ders so the Bratchers keep a log “hat body” on home in Radium Springs, New of the measurements taken or the left, which Mexico. They did well advertis- the customer will send or bring If You Go is the starting ing through magazines and go- in the retainer to reuse for the Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., point of a cus- ing to Western events and trade next hat. Tuesday through Friday, 10 tom hat and a shows. Once the size and shape are a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday nished hat on Kenny developed a curiosity determined, a hat body, made 907 St. Francis Drive, the right. Tularosa 575-630-1912 about felt hats, but discovered from 100 percent animal fur www.broncosue.com quickly it wasn’t going to be (beaver is the best) is selected. On Facebook: Bronco Sue easy to break into the realm of The hat bodies themselves are Custom Hats custom felt hat making. Equip- only made in a handful of places ment was hard to nd. Plus, the in the world and the Bratchers knowledge he needed to devel- only buy from one factory in Services op the skill was held closely by Tennessee. All components are medications delivered the successful hat makers he made in the U.S. in fact. medical equipment knew. Over time however, he The sweatbands (one of the gained the trust of his mentors most important parts of the hat) emotional support and began to acquire the equip- are made from sheep skin and respite ment needed piece by piece. are vegetable tanned using a spe- Today there are only about 60 cial process just for sweatbands 24-hour availability people in the United States who in a tannery in New York. (Even ADL assistance make felt hats in large part be- the sheep are from the U.S.) cause the equipment is no lon- This attention to the quality of bereavement support ger made. One piece, still used the sweatbands is one of the ma- experience daily in the Bronco Sue facili- jor selling points for Bronco Sue ty, was made in the 1890’s. The customers. Using the equipment compassion “newest” pieces are 65 years old. and years of experience, the hat medical supplies Bratcher said this is because comes to life and is nished with after World War II, most people a hand-creased brim by Kenny confidential stopped wearing hats; plus the himself. volunteers equipment was so well made. These are not your average Irma Santiago, MD He can maintain the equipment dime-store hat obviously. Prices local cultural heritage himself and has a source in St. start from the $300’s up to thou- music therapy Louis for the sewing machines sands depending on the require- and parts. He also continues to ments, materials and detail. The spiritual support stay in touch with his mentors. quality results that meet Kenny’s Originally from Tucumcari, standards are not cheap. the Bratchers ended up in Tu- “If I could sell a hat for $50 larosa because they “just liked that I could live with, I would,” it!” Kenny said, passing through Kenny said. Columbus Animal Rescue to visit his grandparents in Piñon The Bratchers have made Rescued, Abandoned and Abused Animals need loving homes. All are spayed or neutered and have current vaccinations. and had fond memories of it. In hats for Dale Robertson, George 1997 they took over the old used Montgomery, Lynn Anderson, My name is Elf. I am a four year truck lot, located at 907 St. Fran- Marty Cove, Frank Stallone, cis Drive, “Bell Boy’s Trucks and Kenny Vaughn. Hank Williams Stuff” owned by Monty Bell at Jr. bought one from the guy Ken- old male house cat. I am very the time. ny originally made it for. They had a retail presence in Whether you’re in the mar- affectionate, calm and well Ruidoso for a time, but are now ket for a new hat or not, a visit exclusively producing and sell- to Bronco Sue Custom Hats is behaved. I like to be with people ing hats from this location in Tu- worth the stop. The Bratchers larosa. Bronco Sue has shipped are happy to tour you through and other cats. Please get me hats to 15 countries and to all 50 the vintage equipment and share states. Lou Lynn said they have their love of quality hat making. away from all these dogs and quite a clientele of Texans and Be sure to ask about why they tourists passing through as well chose the name Bronco Sue! give me a home of my own. as loyal repeat customers. You can also visit their website “We had a lady a few months for a little history about this ago who ew from Yoakum, Tex- gun-totin’, cattle stealing, heart- as, to Albuquerque and rented a breaker of a cowgirl. Call Pat at 575-649-7644 36 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

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n 1914, Fabian Garcia, a professor of horticul- burritos and melts, and of course we put the green- ture and the director of the Agricultural Exper- chile salsa in everything we make.” Iiment Station at New Mexico State University, They also make the New Mexico sandwich, bred the rst pod-type chile pepper. To commem- which is a grilled cheese compressing salsa-in- orate and continue his research, the university es- fused green-chile salsa with bacon crumbles. tablished the Chile Pepper Institute in 1992. “People love it,” Payne said. New Mexico is the land of red and green chile, Though the green-chile salsa is the food truck’s so it stands to reason that it’s also the land of 1,000 foundation, Patrick also makes a variety of other salsas. And as we await word of when/if the ninth salsas. Bear annual Las Cruces Salsa Fest will take place, here’s “One day he made this apple-cinnamon-gin- Mountain a rundown of some of the best (hottest and sa- ger-habañero salsa and it was just to die for, it was vory-est) salsas around town. so good,” Payne said. Lodge Rotary Wine Dinner bene ting “We started off doing jams and jellies,” said Jus- He’s also made a strawberry-jalapeño salsa and Café Oso Azul The High Desert Humane Society tin Hawman, co-owner, along with his father, of the a mango-habanero, all made exclusively with pro- February 11th 6:30 at The Lodge Truck Farm. “Then we decided to move into mak- duce from the Paynes’ own home garden, Payne Call 575 538 2538 or Tuesday, February 14th, 5-7 pm 575 534 1135 for ing salsas.” said. Reservations only must-have reservations. The Truck Farm offers salsas premade and The idea to open the food truck started when a Ventine’shearty appetizerMen MENU ON WEBSITE Tomato Soup with homemade croutons jarred, as well as salsa packets, which can be friend recommended they enter Patrick’s salsa in Sweetheart entrees poured into tomato sauce. the 2014 Las Cruces Salsa Fest. They won fourth Beef Shanks slow roasted in red wine and served with rice and roasted veggies Hawman said their most popular salsa is Cannon place, which gave them con dence in the idea of OR Chicken Jambalaya served with rice and roasted veggies Fire. selling to the public, Payne said. OR Eggplant Parmesan- roasted eggplant with layers of mozzarella and “It comes in medium and hot,” he said. “We are always at the Food Truck Fiesta events ricotta cheese and a fresh tomato sauce served with roasted veggies Hawman said he and his father get ideas for new on the rst and third Wednesdays of the month,” All entrees are served with: a mixed green salad with local pistachios, carrots, tomatoes, and recipes from their customers. Payne said. dried cranberries with Bear Mountain Lodge’s Orange Sesame Rice “They tell us what they like and we try to give it The Food Truck Fiesta’s calendar can be found Vinegar Dressing and homemade cracker Homemade bread to them,” he said. on its Facebook page, as can the Green Chile Pad- heart breaker Dessert! Once they begin experimenting with different in- dy Wagon. Though they do not regularly sell their Chocolate Raspberry Cake or gredients, Hawman said it takes a couple months salsas, Payne said special orders can be made. Ca- English Pudding with fresh berries to the get the recipe right. tering is also available. Payne can be reached at COFFEE OR TEA COST IS $42.00 PER PERSON Other popular salsas at the Truck Farm include 575-571-5399. PLEASE CHOOSE ENTRÉE WHEN MAKING YOUR RESERVATION Besito Caliente, a sweet-spicy salsa with half a Of course, no article about salsas would be com- Reservations a must! 575-538-2538 or [email protected] pound of blackberries in each bottle, and though plete without elucidating on the Chile Pepper Insti- ASK YOUR SERVER ABOUT OUR WINE AND BEER SELECTION not a salsa, Cherry A’More, which has the avors tute’s products. 60 Bear Mountain Ranch Road of cherry and chipotle chiles, and can be used as On its website, the CPI sells a variety of products 575-538-2538 • www.bearmountainlodge.com a marinade, salad dressing or ice cream topping. in addition to salsas: mustards, ketchups, dry rubs, The Truck Farm is located at 645 S. Alameda powders, purees, wings and taco sauces, as well as Blvd. and can be reached by phone at 575-523-1447. seeds for growing your own peppers at home. Online shopping is available at sweethots.com Many of these salsas and other products are Rachel Schneider has owned the Ol’ Gringo Chile based on one or a mix of peppers, among them: Company, which is an offshoot of Ándele Restau- bhut jolokia (a.k.a. ghost pepper), Trinidad scorpi- rant owned by Schneider’s family since 2014. on, chocolate 7 pot, and the hottest chile pepper in “We had been looking for several years to bot- the world, Trinidad Moruga scorpion. Be My tle our salsas because that’s what the restaurant is For comparison, chile pepper heat is rated in known for,” Schneider said. Scoville heat units. Your garden-variety jalapeño Ol’ Gringo packages and sells Ándele’s ranges from 2,500 SHU to Valentine famous salsas. 10,000. “We have 18 different types of Ánde- Ghost peppers start at one le’s products,” Schneider said. million SHU, Trinidad scor- The most popular is Ol’ Gringo New pions at 1.5 million SHU, Mexico Gold, as is Ándele Traditional, chocolate 7s at 1.8 million new Schneider said. SHU, and Trinidad Moruga Ol’ Gringo is located in Building scorpions at two million Training 1-A, 1447 Certi ed Place, and can be SHU. classes reached at 575-525-1542. Online shop- The institute’s best (melt- We have a Rally Obedience ping is available at olgringo.com. your-face) salsa has to be Class & a Nose Work Class. Janet Beatty-Payne is the president the Sancto Scorpio, a blend of the Las Cruces Community Theatre. of the two Trinidad peppers. On Fridays audiences can attend a per- And scientists at the insti- Boarding - Day Care - Grooming - Training formance, then on Saturday mornings tute are constantly research- 11745 HWY 180 E head to the Farmers’ and Crafts Mar- ing how to up the ante and 3 miles east of Silver City ket, where Payne and her husband, create hotter varieties. 575-388-4101 or 1-888-388-4101 Patrick, serve green-chile-sauce-cov- “We’ll probably see some- Visit our Facebook page— ered ambrosia out of their food truck, one get a three million or Mis Amigos Pet Care the Green Chile Paddy Wagon. four million SHU fruit down and see our customers having fun! or by dropping by Mis Amigos “Our entire truck is themed around the road,” said Paul Bosland, www.misamigospetcare.com my husband’s green-chile salsa,” Payne NMSU Regents Professor and said. “Our bestsellers are our brisket director of institute. DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 37

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GRANT COUNTY LITTLE TOAD CREEK menudo (takeout only): B. L D. Espina, 524-GAME. Sports bar and Silver City BREWERY & DISTILLERY, SUGAR SHACK, 1102 Tom Foy CHILITOS, 2405 S. Valley Dr., 526- grill: L D. 1ZERO6, 106 N. Texas St., 575- 200 N. Bullard St., 956- Blvd., 537-0500. Mexican: Sunday to 4184. Mexican: Monday to Saturday GARDUÑO’S, 705 S. Telshor (Hotel 313-4418. Paci c Rim, South East Friday B L. B L D. Encanto), 532-4277. Mexican: B L D. 6144. Burgers, wings, sal- CHILITOS, 3850 Foothills Rd. Ste. GIROS MEXICAN RESTAURANT, Asian, Oaxacan and Italian: Friday to ads, sh, pasta, craft beers Sunday D, by reservation only. Cliff 10, 532-0141. Mexican: B L D. 160 W. Picacho Ave., 541-0341. ADOBE SPRINGS CAFÉ, 1617 Silver and cocktails: Monday to D’S CAFÉ, 8409 Hwy 180. Breakfast CRAVINGS CAFÉ, 3115 N. Main Mexican: B L D. Heights Blvd., 538-3665. Breakfast Sunday L D. dishes, burritos, burgers, weekend St., 323-3353. Burgers, sandwiches, items, burgers, sandwiches: Sunday smoked meats and ribs: Thursday to wraps, egg dishes, salads: B L. GO BURGER DRIVE-IN, MARKET CAFÉ, 614 Bullard St., B L, all week B L D. Sunday B L. DAY’S HAMBURGERS, Water and Home of the Texas Size 956-6487. Organic and vegetarian BURGERS & BROWNIES & BEER, PARKEY’S, 8414 Hwy. 180W, Las Cruces streets, 523-8665. Burg- Burrito, 1008 E. Lohman deli food. Wednesday to Monday OH MY! 619 N. Bullard St., 575-597- 535-4000. Coffee shop: Monday to ers: Monday to Saturday L D. Ave. , Las Cruces, NM (closed Tuesday) B L. 6469. Saturday. PECAN GRILL & BREWERY, 500 88005, 575-524-9251. MEXICO VIEJO, Hwy. 90 and Broad- S. Telshor Blvd., 521-1099. Pe- way Mexican food stand: Monday to Monday - Saturday, 7 CAFÉ OSO AZUL AT BEAR Mimbres can-smoked meats, sandwiches, a.m. – 3 p.m. Specializing MOUNTAIN LODGE, 60 Saturday B L early D. ELK X-ING CAFÉ, (352) 212-0448. steaks, seafood, craft beers: L D. MI CASITA, 2340 Bosworth Dr., 538- Home-style meals, sandwiches and DELICIAS DEL MAR, 1401 El Paseo, in Relleno Burritos and Bear Mountain Ranch Road, 5533. New Mexican cuisine: Monday Other Mexican Food 538-2538. B L, special D by desserts: B L. 524-2396. Mexican, seafood: B L D. to Thursday L, Friday L D. RESTAURANT DEL SOL, 2676 Hwy. DICK’S CAFÉ, 2305 S. Valley Dr., GOLDEN STAR CHINESE FAST reservation only. MILLIE’S BAKE HOUSE, 602 N. 35, San Lorenzo. Breakfasts, burgers, 524-1360. Mexican, burgers: Sunday FOOD, 1420 El Paseo, 523-2828. Bullard St., 597-2253. Soup, salads, sandwiches, Mexican: Daily B L early B L, Monday to Saturday B L D. CHINESE PALACE, 1010 Highway Chinese: L D. sandwiches, baked goods and now D. DION’S PIZZA, 3950 E. Lohman, 180E, 538-9300. Chinese: Monday to serving barbecue on Saturdays: Tues- 521-3434. Pizza: L D. GRANDY’S COUNTRY COOKING, Friday L D. day to Saturday. DOUBLE EAGLE, 2355 Calle De 1345 El Paseo Rd., 526-4803. Amer- COURTYARD CAFÉ, Gila Regional Pinos Altos NANCY’S SILVER CAFÉ, 514 N. Bul- Guadalupe, 523-6700. Southwestern, ican: B L D. Medical Center, 538-4094. American: BUCKHORN SALOON AND OPERA lard St., 388-3480. Mexican: Monday steaks, seafood: L D, Sun. cham- HABANERO’S 600 E. Amador Ave., B L, with special brunch Sundays. HOUSE, Main Street, 538-9911. to Saturday B L D. pagne brunch buffet. 524-1829. Fresh Mexican: B L D. DIANE’S RESTAURANT, 510 N. Steakhouse, pasta, burgers: Monday THE PARLOR AT DIANE’S, 510 N. DUBLIN STREET PUB, 1745 E. Bullard St., 538-8722. Fine dining (D), to Saturday D. Bullard St., 538-8722. Burgers, sand- University Ave., 522-0932. Irish, HIGH DESERT BREWING steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches wiches, homemade pizzas, paninis: American: L D. COMPANY, 1201 W. Hadley (L), salads: Tuesday to Saturday L D, DOÑA ANA COUNTY Tuesday to Sunday L D. EL SOMBRERO PATIO CAFÉ, 363 Ave., 525-6752. Brew pub: Sunday D only (family-style), week- Las Cruces & Mesilla PRETTY SWEET EMPORIUM, 312 S. Espina St., 524-9911. Mexican: L D. end brunch. ABRAHAM’S BANK TOWER N. Bullard St., 388-8600. Dessert, ice L D. DIANE’S BAKERY & DELI, The Hub, RESTAURANT, 500 S. Main St. 434, cream: Monday to Saturday. EMILIA’S, 2290 Calle de Parian, INTERNATIONAL DELIGHTS, 1245 Suite A, Bullard St., 534-9229. Artisan 523-5911. American: Monday to Q’S SOUTHERN BISTRO AND 652-3007. Burgers, Mexican, soup, El Paseo Rd., 647-5956. Greek and breads, pastries, sandwiches, deli: Friday B L. BREWERY, 101 E. College Ave., 534- sandwiches, pastry, juices, smooth- International: B L D. Monday to Saturday B L early D, ANDELE’S DOG HOUSE, 1983 Calle 4401. American, steaks, barbecue, ies: Tuesday to Sunday L D. J.C. TORTAS, 1196 W. Picacho Ave., Sunday L. del Norte, 526-1271. Mexican plus brewpub: Monday to Saturday L D. ENRIQUE’S MEXICAN FOOD, 830 647-1408. Mexican: L D. DON JUAN’S BURRITOS, 418 Silver hot dogs, burgers, quesadillas: B L D. SILVER BOWLING CENTER CAFÉ, W. Picacho, 647-0240. Mexican: B JOSE MURPHY’S, 1201 E. Amador Heights Blvd., 538-5440. Mexican: ANDELE RESTAURANTE, 1950 2020 Memory Lane, 538-3612. Amer- L D. (inside Ten Pin Alley), 526-8855. Mex- B L. Calle del Norte, 526-9631. Mexican: ican, Mexican, hamburgers: L D. FARLEY’S, 3499 Foothills Rd., ican, American: L D. DRIFTER PANCAKE HOUSE, 711 Monday B L, Tuesday to Sunday B 522-0466. Pizza, burgers, American, JOSEFINA’S OLD GATE CAFÉ, Silver Heights Blvd., 538-2916. L D. SUNRISE ESPRESSO, Mexican: L D. 2261 Calle de Guadalupe, 525-2620. Breakfast, American: B L, breakfast AQUA REEF, 900-B S. Telshor, 522- 1530 N. Hudson, 388-2027. FIDENCIO’S, 800 S. Telshor, 532- Pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches: served throughout. 7333. Asian, sushi: D. Coffee shop: Monday to 5624. Mexican: B L D. Monday to Thursday L, Friday to EL GALLO PINTO, 901 N. Hudson THE BEAN, 2011 Avenida de Mesilla, THE GAME BAR & GRILL, 2605 S. Sunday B L. St., 597-4559. Mexican: Tuesday, Saturday B L, early D. 527-5155. Coffeehouse. Wednesday and Sunday B L Thurs- SUNRISE ESPRESSO, day to Saturday B L D. 1212 E. 32nd St., 534-9565. A BITE OF BELGIUM, 741 FORREST’S PIZZA, 601 N. Bullard Coffee shop, bakery: Mon- N. Alameda St. No. 16, St. Unit J. 388-1225. Tuesday to Fri- day to Friday B L, early D, 527-2483, www.abiteof- day L D, Slices only at lunch time. Saturday B L only. belgium.com. Belgium and FRY HOUSE, 601 N. Bullard St. Suite American food: Daily B L. C. 388-1964. TAPAS TREE, 601 N. Bullard St. in GIL-A BEANS, 1304 N. Bennett St. The Hub, Wednesday to Sunday L, BOBA CAFÉ, 1900 S. Espina, Ste. Coffeeshop. Fridays L D. 8, 647-5900. Sandwiches, salads, GOLDEN STAR, 1602 Silver Heights TERRY’S ORIGINAL BARBEQUE, casual fare, espresso: Monday to Blvd., 388-2323. Chinese: L D. Hwy. 180 and Ranch Club Road. Saturday L D. GRANDMA’S CAFÉ, 900 Silver Barbeque to go: L D. BRAVO’S CAFÉ, 3205 S. Main St., Heights Blvd., 388-2627. American, TRE ROSAT CAFÉ, 304 N. Bullard 526-8604. Mexican: Tuesday to LIVE MUSIC FEBRUARY 2017 • NEVER A COVER! Mexican: B L. St., 654-4919. International eclectic: Sunday B L. Every Thursday & Saturday Night • 8-11pm GRINDER MILL, 403 W. College Monday to Saturday L, D. BURGER NOOK, 1204 E. Madrid Ave., 538-3366. Mexican: B L D. VICKI’S EATERY, 315 N. Texas, 388- Ave., 523-9806. Outstanding green- FEBRUARY 2 SOULSHINE (ACOUSTIC SOUTHERN ROCK) HEALTHY EATS, 303 E. 13th St., 5430. American: Monday to Friday L, chile cheeseburgers. Tuesday to 534-9404. Sandwiches, burritos, Saturday B L, Sunday B L (to 2 p.m.). Saturday L D. FEBRUARY 4 BAYOU SECO (ZYDECO & ECLECTIC FOLK) salads, smoothies: L. WRANGLER’S BAR & GRILL, 2005 BURRITOS VICTORIA, 1295 El JALISCO CAFÉ, 100 S. Bullard St., Hwy. 180E, 538-4387. Steak, burgers, Paseo Road, 541-5534. Burritos: B L FEBRUARY 9 DERRICK LEE JAZZ TRIO 388-2060. Mexican. Monday to Sat- appetizers, salads: L D. D. Now serving beer. urday L D Sunday B. YANKIE CREEK COFFEE HOUSE, FEBRUARY 11 DAVID VIDAL (LOS ANGELES BLUES & AMERICANA) JAVALINA COFFEE HOUSE, 117 112 W. Yankie St. Coffee shop, CAFÉ A GO GO, 1120 Market St., 388-1350. Coffeehouse. coffee, home-made pastries and ice Commerce Drive, Suite FEBRUARY 16 GLEEWOOD (COUNTRY/ROCK DUO FROM RUIDOSO) JUMPING CACTUS, 503 N. Bullard cream, fresh fruit smoothies. A, 522-0383, www.cafea- St. Coffeeshop, baked goods, sand- FEBRUARY 18 MEDIC (ELECTRONICA FROM DENVER) wiches, wraps: B L. Bayard gogonm.com. Bistro with an KOUNTRY KITCHEN, 1700 Moun- FIDENCIO’S TACO SHOP, 1108 Tom eclectic menu. “We have a FEBRUARY 19 BETH LEE AND THE BREAKUPS tain View Road, 388-4512. Mexican: Foy Blvd. Mexican: B L D. passion for delicious food Monday to Sunday B L D. LITTLE NISHA’S, 1101 Tom Foy and it reects in our dishes:” (AUSTIN HONKY-TONK) LA COCINA RESTAURANT, 201 W. Blvd., 537-3526. Mexican: Wednes- Monday to Saturday L D. College Ave., 388-8687. Mexican: day to Sunday B L D. FEBRUARY 25 C.W. AYON (ONE-MAN BLUES BAND) L D. LOS COMPAS, 1203 Tom Foy Blvd, CARILLO’S CAFÉ, 330 S. Church, LA FAMILIA, 503 N. Hudson St., 654-4109. Sonoran-style Mexican, 523-9913. Mexican, American: Mon- 388-4600. Mexican: Tuesday to hot dogs, portas, menudo: L D. day to Saturday L D. Sunday B L D. M & A BAYARD CAFÉ, 1101 N. CATTLEMAN’S STEAKHOUSE, LA MEXICANA, Hwy. 180E and Central Ave., 537-2251. Mexican and 3375 Bataan Memorial Hwy., 382- Memory Lane, 534-0142. Mexican American: Monday to Friday B L D. 9051. Steakhouse: D. and American: B L. SPANISH CAFÉ, 106 Central Ave., CHA CHI’S RESTAURANT, 2460 S. 537-2640. Mexican, tamales and Locust St.-A, 522-7322. Mexican: B 38 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

KATANA TEPPANYAKI GRILL, METROPOLITAN DELI, 1001 E. University Ave., 522-0526. 1001 University Ave., 522- Meals created before your very 3354, www.metropolitan- eyes. Japanese: Monday to Friday L D, Saturday D. deli.com. Sandwiches and KEVA JUICE, 1001 E. Universi- catering: L D. ty, 522-4133. Smoothies, frozen MIGUEL’S, 1140 E. Amador Ave., yogurt: B L D. 647-4262. Mexican: B L D. LA GUADALUPANA, 930 El Paseo Get your MI PUEBLITO, 1355 E. Idaho Ave., Road. 523-5954. Mexican: Tues- 524-3009. Mexican: Monday to Friday day to Saturday B L D. Sunday B L D, Saturday and Sunday B L. B L. MILAGRO COFFEE Y ESPRESSO, LA MEXICANA TORTILLERIA, 1733 E. University Ave., 532-1042. 1300 N. Solano Dr, 541-9617. Coffeehouse: B L D. Mexican: L D. MIX PACIFIC RIM CUISINE AND red&green on! LA NUEVA CASITA CAFÉ, 195 N. MIX EXPRESS, 1001 E. University Mesquite, 523-5434. Mexican and Ave. D3, 532-2042. Asian, Paci c: American: B L. Monday to Saturday L D. Restaurateurs: LA POSTA RESTAURANT DE ME- MOONGATE CAFÉ, 9345 Bataan SILLA, 2410 Calle De San Albino, Memorial, 382-5744. Coffee shop, 524-3524Mexican, steakhouse: L Lock in your local listing Mexican, American: B L. D, Saturday, Sunday and holidays MOUNTAIN VIEW MARKET KITCH- also B. Basic listings with essential EN, 1300 El Paseo Road, 523-0436. LAS TRANCAS, 1008 S. Solano Sandwiches, bagels, wraps, salads Dr., 524-1430. Mexican, steaks, information will be $36 per and other healthy fare: Monday to burgers, fried chicken: L D, Satur- Saturday: B L early D. day and Sunday also B. year. Expanded listings NELLIE’S CAFÉ, 1226 W. Hadley LE RENDEZ-VOUS CAFÉ, 2701 W. Ave., 524-9982. Mexican: Tuesday to up to 10 lines will be $48 Picacho Ave. #1, 527-0098. French Saturday B L. pastry, deli, sandwiches: Tuesday NOPALITO RESTAURANT, 2605 per year. Only paid to Sunday B L. Missouri Ave., 522-0440. Mexican: LET THEM EAT CAKE, 1001 E. L D. listings will be University Ave. Suite D4, 680-5998. NOPALITO RESTAURANT, 310 S. Cupcakes: Tuesday to Saturday. Mesquite St., 524-0003. Mexican: in the March LORENZO’S PAN AM, 1753 E. Sunday to Tuesday, Thursday to University Ave., 521-3505. Italian, Saturday. L D. issue! pizza: L D. OLD TOWN RESTAURANT, 1155 Restaurant advertisers already on LOS COMPAS CAFÉ, 6335 Bataan S. Valley Dr., 523-4586. Mexican, a retail contract with Desert Exposure get Memorial W., 382-2025. Mexican: American: B L. a free listing. B L D. ORIENTAL PALACE, 225 E. Idaho, LOS COMPAS CAFÉ, 603 S. Neva- 526-4864. Chinese: L D. rez St., 523-1778. Mexican: B L D. PAISANO CAFÉ, 1740 Calle de Mer- LOS COMPAS, 1120 Commerce cado, 524-0211. Mexican: B L D. Dr., 521-6228. Mexican: B L D. PEPE’S, 1405 W. Picacho, 541-0277. LOS MARIACHIS, 754 N. Motel Mexican: B L D. Blvd., 523-7058. Mexican: B L D. To get your updated listing in the PHO A DONG, 504 E. Amador Ave., MESILLA VALLEY KITCHEN, 2001 527-9248. Vietnamese: L D. E. Lohman Ave. #103, 523-9311. guide, contact Melissa Atencio at PHO SAIGON, 1160 El Paseo Road, American, Mexican: B L. 652-4326. Vietnamese: L D. [email protected] N.M. GRILLE & BAR, 1803 Aveni- da de Mesilla, 652-4953. Steaks, PICACHO PEAK BREW- or 575-680-1980. barbecue, seafood, sandwiches, salads, pasta: L D. ING CO., 3900 W. Picacho, 575-680-6394.

Feb 3rd - Groove Session Yeah, its the middle of the week funk rock n’ roll but it only happens once a year!! Feb 4th - Missy Andersen soul, blues, r & b good beer last chance to sin “one of the truly great voices of our times” RHYTHMdancing mystery Feb 5th - DiTrani Brothers laughing ragtime, swing, gypsy jazz Feb 13th - Marbin MYSTIC masks jazz rock fusion like you’ve never heard mayhem Feb 21st - Amanda Kitchens wild accordanista - jazz nouveau - folk cocktails be a king Valentine’s Day beads Special Menu & Live Music by MARDI GRAS Chicago Gypsy Jazz All Stars February 14th cajun feast & It’s Always Hoppin’ at the Toad dance party Little Toad Creek gumbo. crawfish boil. ettouffee. king cake. & so much more. Brewery & Distillery Tuesday, February 28th Downtown Silver City cajun menu 5-10pm open seven days a week live music & dancing 7:30pm DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 39

PLAYER’S GRILL, 3000 Herb Wim- LUNA COUNTY 0465. Mexican: B L D. Akela shop food: Monday to Saturday B L. berly Drive. (NMSU golf course club- Deming LAS CAZUELAS, 108 N. Platinum APACHE HOMELANDS RESTAU- RODEO TAVERN, 209 U.S. High- house), 646-2457. American: B L D. ADOBE DELI, 3970 Lewis Flats Road Ave. (inside El Rey meat market), RANT, I-10. Burgers, ribs, etc.: B L D. way 80, 557-2229. Shrimp, fried RANCHWAY BARBECUE, 604 N. SE, 546-0361. Bar, deli, steaks: L D. 544-8432. Steaks, seafood, Mexican: Columbus chicken, steaks, burgers, seafood: Valley Dr., 523-7361. Barbecue, BALBOA MOTEL & RESTAURANT, Tuesday to Saturday L D. IRMA’S KITCHEN, B L D, Highway 11, Wednesday to Saturday D. Mexican: Monday to Friday B L D, 708 W. Pine St., 546-6473. Mexican, MANGO MADDIE’S, 722 E. Florida 575-694-4026, Mexican food. Saturday D. American: Monday to Friday L D, St., 546-3345. Salads, sandwiches, LA CASITA, 309 Taft, 575-531-2371. B CATRON COUNTY RASCO’S BBQ, 125 S. Campo St., Sunday B. juice bar, coffee drinks. L D, Mexican food. Reserve 526-7926. Barbecued brisket, pulled BELSHORE RESTAURANT, 1030 E. MANOLO’S CAFÉ, 120 N. Granite PATIO CAFÉ, 23 Broadway, 531-2495. ADOBE CAFÉ, Hwy. 12 and Hwy. pork, smoked sausage, ribs. Pine St., 546-6289. Mexican, Ameri- St., 546-0405. Mexican, American: Burgers, American: B L. 180, 533-6146. Deli, American, RED BRICK PIZZA, 2808 N. Telshor can: Tuesday to Sunday B L. Monday to Saturday B L D, Sunday Mon. pizza, Sunday BBQ ribs: Sun.- Blvd., 521-7300. Pizzas, sandwiches, CAMPOS RESTAURANT, 105 S. B L. HIDALGO COUNTY Mon. B L D, Wed.-Fri. B L. salads: L D. Silver, 546-0095. Mexican, American, PATIO CAFÉ, 1521 Columbus Road, Lordsburg BLACK GOLD, 102 Main St., 533- RENOO’S THAI RESTAURANT, 1445 546-5990. Burgers, American: Mon- Southwestern: L D. EL CHARRO RESTAURANT, 209 S. P 6538. Coffeehouse, pastries. W. Picacho Ave., 373-3000. Thai: day to Saturday L D. CHINA RESTAURANT, 110 E. Pine Blvd., 542-3400. Mexican: B L D. CARMEN’S, 101 Main St., 533- Monday to Friday L D, Saturday D. PRIME RIB GRILL (inside Quality St., 546-4146. Chinese: Tuesday to FIDENCIO’S, 604 E. Motel Dr., 542- 6990. Mexican, American: B L D. ROBERTO’S MEXICAN FOOD, 908 Inn), I-10 exit 85, 546-2661. Steak, Sunday L D. 8989. Mexican: B L early D. ELLA’S CAFÉ, 96 Main St., 533- E. Amador Ave., 523-1851. Mexican: seafood, Mexican: B D. EL CAMINO REAL, 900 W. Pine St., KRANBERRY’S FAMILY RESTAU- 6111. American: B L D. B L D. RANCHER’S GRILL, 316 E. Cedar 546-7421. Mexican, American: B L D. RANT, 1405 Main St., 542-9400. UNCLE BILL’S BAR, 230 N. Main ROSIE’S CAFÉ DE MESILLA, 300 N. St., 546-8883. Steakhouse, burgers: ELISA’S HOUSE OF PIES AND Mexican, American: B L D. St., 533-6369. Pizza: Monday to Main St., 526-1256. Breakfast, Mexi- L D. RESTAURANT, 208 1/2 S. Silver MAMA ROSA’S PIZZA, 1312 Main Saturday L D. can, burgers: Saturday to Thursday B SI SEÑOR, 200 E. Pine St., 546- Alley, 494-4639. Southern soul food: St., 542-8400. Pizza, subs, calzones, L, Friday B L D. 3938. Mexican: Monday to Saturday Tuesday to Sunday L D. salads, chicken wings, cheeseburgers, Glenwood SAENZ GORDITAS, 1700 N. Solano B L D, Sunday B L. EL MIRADOR, 510 E. Pine St., 544- shrimp baskets: L D. ALMA GRILL, Hwy. 180, 539-2233. Dr., 527-4212. Excellent, gorditas, SUNRISE KITCHEN, 1409 S. Colum- 7340. Mexican: Monday to Saturday RAMONA’S CAFÉ, 904 E. Motel Dr., Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, of course, but also amazing chicken bus Road, 544-7795American, Mexi- B L D. 542-3030. Mexican, American: Tuesday Mexican: Sunday to Wednesday, tacos. Mexican: Monday to Saturday can, breakfasts: Monday to Thursday “FORGHEDABOUDIT” pizza & to Friday B L D, Sunday B mid-day D. Friday to Saturday B L. L D. B L, Friday B L D. wings, 115 N. Silver Ave., 275-3881. GOLDEN GIRLS CAFÉ, Hwy. 180, SANTORINI’S, 1001 E. University TACOS MIRASOL, 323 E. Pine Italian, pizza, wings: Monday to Animas 539-2457. Breakfast: B. Ave., 521-9270. Greek, Mediterra- St., 544-0646. Mexican: Monday, Sunday L D. PANTHER TRACKS CAFÉ, Hwy. 338, MARIO’S PIZZA, Hwy. 180, 539- nean: Monday to Saturday L D. Wednesday, Saturday B L D, Tuesday GRAND MOTOR INN & LOUNGE, 548-2444. Burgers, Mexican, Ameri- 2316. Italian: Closed Friday, Mon- SALUD DE MESILLA, 1800 Avenida B L. 1721 E. Pine, 546-2632. Mexican, can: Monday to Friday B L D. day and Wednesday. de Mesilla B, 323-3548. American, TOCAYO’S MEXICAN RESTAU- steak, seafood: B L D. Continental: B L D. RANT, 1601 E. Pine St., 567-1963. IRMA’S, 123 S. Silver Ave., 544-4580. Rodeo Other Catron County THE SHED, 810 S. Valley Dr., 525- Mexican, dine in or take out: Monday Mexican, American, seafood: B L D. RODEO STORE AND CAFÉ, 195 PIE TOWN CAFÉ, Pie Town, NM, 575- 2636. American, pizza, Mexican, to Saturday B L D, Sunday B L. LA FONDA, 601 E. Pine St., 546- U.S. Highway 80, 557-2295. Coffee 772-2700, Open Friday to Monday. desserts: Wednesday to Sunday B L. SI SEÑOR, 1551 E. Amador Ave., 527-0817. 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, 524-2408. 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: Valentine’s Day Monday to Friday L D. THAI DELIGHT DE MESILLA, 2184 Avenida de Mesilla, 525-1900. Thai, salads, sandwiches, seafood, Tuesday steaks, German: L D. TIFFANY’S PIZZA & GREEK AMERICAN CUISINE, 755 S. Telshor Blvd No. G1, 532-5002. Piz- Feb. 14th za, Greek, deli: Tuesday to Saturday B L D. VINTAGE WINES, 2461 Calle de Principal, 523-WINE. Wine and cigar 4 course Dinner bar, tapas: L D. WOK-N-WORLD, 519 E. Boutz, 526-0010. Chinese: Monday to Glass of Wine / Beer Saturday L D. ZEFFIRO PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA, 136 N. Water St., 525-6757. Pizza, Live Music pasta, also sandwiches at adjoining Popular Artisan Bakery: Monday to Saturday L D. complimentary Rose ZEFFIRO NEW YORK PIZZERIA, 901 E. University Ave., 525-6770. Pizza: L D. Doors Open 5pm Anthony ERNESTO’S MEXICAN FOOD, 200 Dinner 6pm Anthony Dr., 882-3641. Mexican: B L. LA COCINITA, 908 W. Main Dr., 589- Dance 7:30-9pm 1468. Mexican: L. Tickets: Chapparal EL BAYO STEAK HOUSE, 300 Palo- Single $60 ALTEN ma Blanca Drive, 824-4749. Steak- house: Tuesday to Sunday B L D. TORTILLERIA SUSY, 661 Paloma Couple $80 Blanca Dr., 824-9377. Mexican: Monday to Saturday B L D, Sunday B L. Doña Ana Vince BIG MIKE’S CAFÉ, Thorpe Road. Mexican, breakfasts, burgers: B L D. 3900 W. Picacho Santa Teresa Las Cruces NM BILLY CREWS, 1200 Country Club Road, 589-2071. Steak, seafood: 575-680-6394 L D. 40 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

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WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1 rhythm and blues from “one of The Black Silver City/Grant County the great voices of our times.” Box The- Hot Cross Buns and Spotted Info: 575-956-6144. atre in Las Dick: Why English Food Isn’t Cruces One of the World’s Great Cui- Las Cruces/Mesilla features sines — Noon at the Western Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts the coming New Mexico University Global Market — 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on of age play Resource Center Auditorium, Downtown Main Street in Las “Out of 12th and Kentucky in Silver City. Cruces. Info: www.lascrucesfarm- Sterno,” on Feb. 3. The Western Institute of Lifelong ersmarket.org. Learning’s rst Lunch and Learn Bayou Seco — 8-11 p.m. at High of the year. Info: 575-538-6835. Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Silver City Photo Club — 7 p.m. Hadley, Las Cruces. at the Unitarian Universalist Meet- “Out of Sterno” — 8 p.m. at the ing House, 3845 North Swan, in Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Main Silver City. Joe Butts talks about St. in Las Cruces. A coming of determining a subject’s best side On Feb. 3 Cipriano Vigil, the liv- age play in an Alice in Wonderland or angle and how to best light the ing embodiment of nuevomex- world explores growing up and the subject’s face to create the most icano ritual music, plays at the contradictory societal pressures attering portrait. Info: 860-670- Silver City Public Library. women face just trying to make it across town. Info: 575-523-1223. 4543. Las Cruces/Mesilla Artist reception for ArtForms Truth or Consequences/ Deming/Luna County Member Show — 7 p.m. at the Sierra County Hump Day Academy: Microsoft Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main Open Your Mind Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Outlook — 10-noon and 1-3 p.m. St. in Las Cruces. Info: 575-523- Join with us for Night Dance — 7-9 p.m. at 710 at the Mimbres Valley Learning 6403. our Sunday morning service Elm Street in Truth or Conse- Center, 2300 E. Pine St. Space “Moon Mouse: A Space Od- 10:00 AM quences. Info 575-744-9137. is limited, RSVP to Jessica_etch- yssey,” live theater by Kid’s [email protected]. Free Enjoy Fellowship Entertainment — 7 p.m. at the & Stimulating Topics event, free lunch. Info: 575-543- Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main SUNDAY, FEB. 5 6643. St. in Las Cruces. Info: 575-523- Silver City/Grant County Unitarian Universalist 6403. DiTrani Brothers — 7 p.m. at Lit- Fellowship of Silver City THURSDAY, FEB. 2 tle Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard St. “Out of Sterno” — 8 p.m. at the 3845 North Swan Questions: (575) 538-0101 Silver City/Grant County Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Main in Silver City. Ragtime and gypsy Continental Divide Trail Green- St. in Las Cruces. A coming of jazz. Info: 575-956-6144. ways meeting — 3 p.m. at the age play in an Alice in Wonder- Western New Mexico Universi- land world explores growing up Ruidoso/Lincoln County ty Third Floor Seminar Room, and the contradictory societal Music Improv at Art Ruidoso Beauty on Broadway Student Memorial Building. Info: pressures women face just trying Gallery — 2-5 p.m. at Art Rui- a skin care salon 575-313-3750. to make it across town. Info: 575- doso, 2809 Sudderth Drive. Info: “World War I: The 100 Year 523-1223. 469-363-7066. War 1914-2014” — 7 p.m. at Specializing in anti-aging facials the Santa Clara National Guard Alamogordo/Otero County TUESDAY, FEB. 7 • Microdermabrasion Armory. This is a lm with the Launch Pad Lecture: John Silver City/Grant County Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Glenn’s famous mission — 9 Tech Workshop: Microsoft Society spring lm series and a.m. at the New Mexico Museum Excel — 4-5:45 p.m., at the • AHA Peels is accompanied with opening of Space History rst oor. Glenn Silver City Public Library, 515 W. remarks by historian Dr. Doug steps into the history books with College Ave. Free workshop on • Dr. Grandel Skin Care Products Dinwiddie. Info: 575-388-4862 or the ight of Mercury-Atlas 6 and how to use Excel for personal and 575-388-4477. Friendship 7. Info: 575-437-2840. business accounting. Info: 575- The Launch Pad Lectures are 538-3672. Gift Certificates are available Truth or Consequences/ streamed live on Periscope and Trivia Night — 6:30 p.m. at Burg- Sierra County are available on the museum’s ers & Brownies & Beer Oh My! At Anette Wuensch Sierra Twirlers Square Dance YouTube channel: https://www. 619 N. Bullard St. Gift certi cate LICENSED ESTHETICIAN Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New youtube.com/channel/UC2Sirh- prizes for top three teams. Info: 107 East Broadway, Suite #5 Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Play- gX3NsxcREfOVLjHeA. 575-597-6469. house, 710 Elm St. Mainstream Silver City, New Mexico George Winston — 7 p.m. at Phone: 310.488.3167 dancing every Thursday evening. SATURDAY, FEB. 4 Light Hall, Western New Mexico Cost is $3 per person; no charge Silver City/Grant County University. Solo pianist will be Please call for an appointment to come and watch. Visitors Co-op Explorers Craft — 1-2 playing the new Steinway piano, always welcome. Info: 505-804- p.m. at the Market Café, 614 Grammy Award winner. Info: 575- 3842 or 575-313-9971. N. Bullard St. in Silver City. For 538-6469. children 12 and under. Info: 575- Las Cruces/Mesilla 388-2343. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 Calling Ukulele Players and Missy Anderson — 7:30 p.m. at Silver City/Grant County Dreamers — 5:15-6:16 p.m. Little Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard Savvy Shopper Co-op Tour strum for fun group, 6:30-8 p.m. St. in Silver City. Blues, soul, — 10-11 a.m. at the Silver City performance group practice at Good Samaritan-Las Cruces Village in the Social Center arts and crafts room, 3011 Buena Vida Circle in Las Cruces. Info: 575-405-7133.

FRIDAY, FEB. 3 Silver City/Grant County Popcorn Fridays — all day at 614 N. Bullard St. Free popcorn and food samples. Info: 575-388- 2343. Spring Concert Series: Cipriano Vigil — 6 p.m., at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Ave. Vigil is the living embodi- ment of nuevomexicano ritual music. Info: 575-538-3672. Groove Session — 8 p.m. at Little Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard With the help of technicians, astronaut John Glenn enters the St. in Silver City. Rock and blues Friendship 7 capsule for his historic ight on Feb. 20, 1962. Learn with a funky are. Info: 575-956- more about the ight and the man during the free Launch Pad 6144. Lecture at 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 3 at the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo. (Photo courtesy NASA.) 42 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

Co-op, 520 N. Bullard St. Info: Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Silver 575-388-2343. City. Jazz-rock fusion on tour Not So Easy: Images of Middle from Chicago. Info: 575-956- Class Men Accosting Unchap- 6144. eroned Women on the Streets of Paris circa 1840s-1890s — TUESDAY, FEB. 14 Noon at the Western New Mexico Silver City/Grant County University Global Resource Cen- NOVA Science Film Series: The ter Auditorium, 12th and Ken- Pluto Files — 4:30-5:45 p.m., tucky in Silver City. The Western at the Silver City Public Library, Institute of Lifelong Learning 515 W. College Ave. Film hosted Lunch and Learn presented by by Neil deGrasse Tyson. Also Carmen Vendelin. Info: 575-538- will view historic photographs of 6835. Pluto discoverer Clyde Tombaugh Trivia Night at the Little Toad and photos from the recent New Creek Brewery & Distillery — 7 Horizons mission. Info: 575-538- p.m. at 200 N. Bullard St. Info: 3672. 575-956-6144. Trivia Night — 6:30 p.m. at Burg- Chris Waggoner sings tribute ers & Brownies & Beer Oh My! At Deming/Luna County The Fiddling Friends are featured at the Hub with live music while to Neil Diamond at the Rio 619 N. Bullard St. Gift certi cate Hump Day Academy: Microsoft visitors browse downtown Silver City for the Chocolate Fantasia Grande Theatre in Las Cruces prizes for top three teams. Info: Word — 10-noon and 1-3 p.m. event Feb. 11. on Feb. 11. 575-597-6469. at the Mimbres Valley Learning From Russia with Love: The is a free lm with the Fort Bayard and crafts room, 3011 Buena Ruidoso/Lincoln County Center, 2300 E. Pine St. Space Kat Trio — 7 p.m. at the Western Historic Preservation Society Vida Circle in Las Cruces. Info: Vines in the Pines Wine Festival is limited, RSVP to Jessica_etch- New Mexico University Fine Arts spring lm series and is accom- 575-405-7133. — Noon-6 p.m., at the Ruidoso [email protected]. Free Theater. Three friends from the panied with opening remarks by Convention Center, 111 Sierra event, free lunch. Info: 575-543- Ural Sate Music Conservatory historian Dr. Doug Dinwiddie. Info: FRIDAY, FEB. 10 Blanca Drive, Ruidoso. Valentine 6643. play in Silver City. Educational 575-388-4862 or 575-388-4477. Silver City/Grant County shopping with more than 30 local Outreach programs are available Open Technology Lab — 10 vendors. Info: 575-257-7395. THURSDAY, FEB. 9 at 10:30 a.m. for grades 1-5. Info: Truth or Consequences/ a.m.-noon at the Silver City Carpenters Tribute — 7-9 p.m. Silver City/Grant County 575-388-2386. Sierra County Public Library, 515 W. College at the Spencer Theater for the The Universality of the New Chicago Gypsy Jazz All Stars — Sierra Twirlers Square Dance Ave. Try out the library’s tablets Performing Arts, 108 Spencer Mexico Colcha Stitch — noon-2 7 p.m. at Little Toad Creek, 200 N Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New or bring you own laptop or mobile Road, Alto. Info: 575-336-4800. p.m. at the Silver City Muse- Bullard St. in Silver City. Swing, Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Play- device for troubleshooting. Info: Tyler Farr, country star — 8-10 um Annex, 302 W. Broadway. jazz and blues. Info: 575-956- house, 710 Elm St. Mainstream 575-538-3672. p.m. at the Inn of the Mountain Presented by Monique Durham 6144. dancing every Thursday evening. Gods, 287 Carrizo Canyon Road, and cosponsored by the Western Cost is $3 per person; no charge Ruidoso/Lincoln County Mescalero. Info: 575-464-7777. Institute of Lifelong Learning. Ruidoso/Lincoln County to come and watch. Visitors Sawyer Brown — 8-10 p.m. at Limited seats. Info and registra- Art Jam Party at Art Ruidoso always welcome. Info: 505-804- the Inn of the Mountain Gods, tion: 575-538-5921. SUNDAY, FEB. 12 Gallery — 6-8 p.m. at Art Rui- 3842 or 575-313-9971. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mes- Suzanne Donazetti, artist lec- Silver City/Grant County doso, 2809 Sudderth Drive. Info: calero. Info: 575-464-7777. Live performance — 1-3 p.m. at ture — 5:30 p.m. meet the artist, Las Cruces/Mesilla 469-363-7066. the Yankie Creek Coffee House, 6:30 lecture at Light Hall, Western Calling Ukulele Players and SATURDAY, FEB. 11 112 West Yankie St. in Silver City. New Mexico University. Solo pia- Dreamers — 5:15-6:16 p.m. Las Cruces/Mesilla Silver City/Grant County nist, Grammy Award winner. Info: strum for fun group, 6:30-8 p.m. Rhythm of the Dance (National Artisan Market — 1-2 p.m. at Alamogordo/Otero County 575-538-6469. performance group practice at Tour Series 3)— 7:30 p.m. at the the Market Café, 614 N. Bullard The Art of Wine — 1-4 p.m. at “All Quiet on the Western Good Samaritan-Las Cruces Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main St. in Silver City. Info: 575-388- the Heart of the Desert, 7288 U.S. Front” — 7 p.m. at the Santa Village in the Social Center arts St. in Las Cruces. Info: 575-523- Clara National Guard Armory. This 2343. Highway 54/70, between Tularosa 6403. Chocolate Fantasia — Noon- and Alamogordo. Enjoy a day 5 p.m. in Downtown Silver City of instructor supervised acrylic WEDNESDAY, FEB. 15 features Chocolate tasting at painting on canvas while enjoying Silver City/Grant County many businesses and live music Heart of the Desert Wine. Info: Virtual WNMU and YOU: at the Hub. 575-464-0035. Cutting Edge Online Courses Rhythm Mystic — 8 p.m. at Little Offered through WNMU — Noon VACATION TIME FOR YOU? Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Ruidoso/Lincoln County at the Western New Mexico Uni- Silver City. Soul, funk, rock-n-roll Vines in the Pines Wine Festival CALL ME TO PET SIT. ALOHA!! versity Global Resource Center dance party. Info: 575-956-6144. — Noon-6 p.m., at the Ruidoso Auditorium, 12th and Kentucky Convention Center, 111 Sierra in Silver City. A Western Institute Las Cruces/Mesilla Blanca Drive, Ruidoso. Valentines of Lifelong Learning Lunch and Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts shopping with more than 30 local Learn with Jennifer Coleman and Market — 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on vendors. Info: 575-257-7395. Deborah Heller speaking. Info: Downtown Main Street in Las 575-538-6835. Cruces. Info: www.lascrucesfarm- MONDAY, FEB. 13 Gila Back County Horsemen — ersmarket.org. Silver City/Grant County 6 p.m. at Western New Mexico Fountain Theatre Southwest New Age Expo — 10 Featuring the best independent, foreign and documentary films in the southwest! Widowed and Single Persons University’s Watts Hall, Room a.m.-6 p.m. at the Center for Spir- February 2016 of Grant County — 10:30 a.m. 224, corner of U.S. Highway 180 itual Living, 575 N. Main St., Las Feb. 3-9: Loving at Cross Point Assembly of God and Swan Street. Info: evideo@ Feb. 10-16: Lion Cruces. Info: 979-255-9736. Church, 11600 U.S. Highway 180 mymacmail.com. Feb. 17-23: 2017 Oscar Nominated Short Films Chris Waggoner’s Tribute to Live Action: Fri, Mon, Wed at 7:30. Sun at 2:30 E. Jeanine Jenks will talk about Trivia Night at the Little Toad Animation: Sat, Sun, Tues at 7:30. Thurs at 1:30 Neil Diamond Play Me — 7:30 her trip to China. Info: 575-537- Visit** ThursdayOld Feb. 23 1:30 Mesil matinee; no evening screeningla , NM Creek Brewery & Distillery — 7 p.m. at the Rio Grande Theatre, Feb. 18: Van Gogh: A New Way of Seeing ** 1:30 only! 3643. p.m. at 200 N. Bullard St. Info: • Antiques • Banks & ATMs • Books • Candy, Coffee & Snacks 211 N. Main St. in Las Cruces. Feb. 24-Mar. 2: The Brand New Testament Spiritual Discussion Group — 575-956-6144. • Clothing & ApparelFrench &• GermanGalleries w/ subtitles & Fine Art • Gifts, Curios Info: 575-523-6403. 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the Center for ** NOTE: Saturday, Feb. 25 No matinee WWE Live: Road to Wrestle- Crafts • Furniture & Decor • Health & Personal Care Healing Arts, 300 W. Yankie St., Deming/Luna County 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, Mesilla • www.mesillavalleyfilm.org • (575) 524-8287 mania — 7:30 p.m. at the Pan • Jewelry • Museums • Pottery • Real Estate • Wineries Silver City. Info: 575-956-5038. Hump Day Academy: Income American Center in Las Cruces. Marbin — 8 p.m. at Little Toad Taxes and Cash Flow — 10- Mesilla Book Center Olive Oils Info: 800-745-3000. • Books about the West, Mexico, horses, Vinegars cowboys, Native Americans & More Truth or Consequences/Sierra Visit Old• Children’s books & Toys Mesilla, NMGourmet County • Antiques • Banks & ATMs• Gifts &• more Books • Candy, Coffee & Snacks Foods Second Saturday Art Hop — 6-9 ‘Some• Clothing of the best &books Apparel never make • Galleriesthe bestseller lists’& Fine Art • Gifts, Curios p.m. in downtown Truth or Con- On the Plaza • (575) 526-6220 2411 Calle de San Albino Crafts • Furniture & Decor • Health & Personal Care sequences. Info: promotions@ Tue-Sat 11 am-5:30 pm (575) 525-3100 torcmainstreet.org. • Jewelry • Museums • Pottery • Real Estate • Wineries Sun 1 pm-5 pm, Closed Mon www.therusticolivedemesilla.com Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7-9 p.m. at 710 Olive Oils Mesilla Book Center Elm Street in Truth or Conse- • Books about the West, Mexico, horses, Vinegars cowboys, Native Americans & More quences. Info 575-744-9137. • Children’s books & Toys Gourmet • Gifts & more Foods Alamogordo/Otero County ‘Some of the best books never make the bestseller lists’ Galaxy Gala — 6:30 p.m.-12:30 On the Plaza • (575)2470 526-6220 Calle de San2411 Albino Calle de San Albino a.m. at the New Mexico Museum Tue-Sat 11 am-5:30(575) pm 524-3524(575) 525-3100 of Space History in Alamogordo. Sun 1 pm-5 pm, ClosedMon-Thur Mon & Sun www11 am.therusticolivedemesilla.com -9 pm Formal and fun affair with live Fri & Sat 11 am -9:30 pm music and a silent auction. A fundraiser for Chinlren in Need of Want your business to be seen here? Services. Info: 575-434-3011. A Carpenters Tribute begins at 7 p.m. on Feb. 11 at the Spencer Call Claire at 575.680.1844 • [email protected] Theater in Alto.

2470 Calle de San Albino (575) 524-3524 Mon-Thur & Sun 11 am -9 pm Fri & Sat 11 am -9:30 pm Want your business to be seen here? Call Claire at 575.680.1844 • [email protected] DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 43 noon and 1-3 p.m. at the Mim- Inn of the Mountain Gods, 287 Ruidoso/Lincoln County Granger bres Valley Learning Center, 2300 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero. Music Improv at Art Ruidoso Smith plays E. Pine St. Free event, free lunch. Info: 575-464-7777. Gallery — 2-5 p.m. at Art Rui- the Inn of Info: 575-543-6643. doso, 2809 Sudderth Drive. Info: the Moun- Las Cruces/Mesilla 469-363-7066. tain Gods in Las Cruces/Mesilla Wiley Ramey and the Big O Mescalero Beginner Bird Walks — 7:45 Band present Roy Orbison TUESDAY, FEB. 21 on Feb. 17. a.m. at the entrance to Tellbrook Returns — 7:30 p.m. at the Rio Silver City/Grant County Park to walk with the Mesilla Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main St. Black Reconstruction and the Valley Audubon Society. Info: in Las Cruces. Info: 575-523- New Fusion Politics — 3:30- [email protected]. 6403. 5:30 p.m., at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College THURSDAY, FEB. 16 SATURDAY, FEB. 18 Ave. Exploration of the concept Silver City/Grant County Silver City/Grant County of “Reconstruction” in American Tech Workshop: Microsoft Territorial Charter Day — 10:30 history, led by Jeffrey Scott. Info: Word — 10 a.m.-noon., at the a.m. at the Silver City Museum 575-538-3672. Silver City Public Library, 515 W. Courtyard, 312 W. Broadway. Trivia Night — 6:30 p.m. at Burg- College Ave. Free workshop on Celebrate the enactment of the ers & Brownies & Beer Oh My! At how to use Microsoft Word to Territorial Charter in 1878. Open- create documents, including how ing remarks by the mayor. Info: t use the templates and ribbon 575-538-5921. THE SILCO – YOUR HOMETOWN THEATER functions. Info: 575-538-3672. Sample Saturday — 11 a.m.-2 YES!! WE ARE OPEN “Gallipoli” — 7 p.m. at the Santa p.m. at the Market Co-op, 520 N. Clara National Guard Armory. This Bullard St. in Silver City. Drop by is a free lm with the Fort Bayard for dinner samples and recipes. Historic Preservation Society Info: 575-388-2343. spring lm series and is accom- Mini-Retablo Workshop panied with opening remarks by — 1:30-3:30 p.m., Silver City historian Dr. Doug Dinwiddie. Info: Museum Annex, 302 W. Broad- 575-388-4862 or 575-388-4477. way. Join Las Cruces based artist DESERT EXPOSURE ADS.qxp_Layout 1 7/1/16 8:05 AM Page 1 Pamela Enriquez-Courts to create CALL 575-956-6185 FOR SHOWTIMES - VISIT US: WWW.THESILCO.COM Truth or Consequences/ a miniature wooden retablo. Sierra County Registration is required. Info and Sierra Twirlers Square Dance Registration: 575-538-5921. Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New Stars-n-parks program — 7:05 Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Play- p.m. at City of Rocks State Parks. house, 710 Elm St. Mainstream Neptune, Mars and Venus in the dancing every Thursday evening. west. Orion and Canopus are Cost is $3 per person; no charge near the meridian. Info: 575-496- to come and watch. Visitors 1735.DJs Mr. Anderson and always welcome. Info: 505-804- Curtis Pink — 9 p.m. at Little 555 W. Amador Ave 575.526.6891 3842 or 575-313-9971. Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Silver City. Black light dance Direct Cremation: $995 • Cremation with Viewing: $2,705 Las Cruces/Mesilla party. Info: 575-956-6144. Calling Ukulele Players and Complete Funeral Package: $2.965 (At-Need Price) • Funeral Preplanning Dreamers — 5:15-6:16 p.m. Truth or Consequences/ Transfers to Anywhere in Mexico • Ship-Outs Worldwide • 24-HOUR SERVICE strum for fun group, 6:30-8 p.m. Sierra County performance group practice at Battle eld Archaeology: Some • Best Service • Best Staff • Best Facility Good Samaritan-Las Cruces New Insights into Custer’s Village in the Social Center arts Last Stand — 5:30-8 p.m. at www.lapaz-grahams.com and crafts room, 3011 Buena Vida the Truth or Consequences Civic Circle in Las Cruces. Info: 575- Center/Ralph Edwards Audito- 405-7133. rium, 400 W. Fourth St. Sierra Alina Kiryayeva pianist — 7:30 County Historical Society Dinner p.m. at the Rio Grande Theatre, and Fundraiser presented by 211 N. Main St. in Las Cruces. Dr. Douglas D. Scott, visiting Performing light-classical music, research scientist at Colorado Kiryayeva is known for her pow- Mesa University. Brisket dinner, erful command of the instrument, music and silent auction. Info: unique interpretations and clarity. 575-894-6600. Info: 575-523-6403. Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Night Dance — 7-9 p.m. at 710 FRIDAY, FEB. 17 Elm Street in Truth or Conse- Silver City/Grant County quences. Info 575-744-9137. Wait for What? — 8 p.m. at Little Las Cruces/Mesilla Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Pancho Villa State Park will host its 14th Annual Camp Furlong Day event on Silver City. Rock-n-roll. Info: 575- Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts 956-6144. Market — 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the park’s exhibit hall with three special guest speakers providing Downtown Main Street in Las historical presentaons & slide-shows. Las Cruces/Mesilla Cruces. Info: www.lascrucesfarm- v 1:00 p.m., U.S. Army historian Dr. Robert Bouilly will provide a pictorial history of the Camp Bayou Seco, Mardi Gras Theme ersmarket.org. at Columbus/Camp Furlong from 1908 to its close in 1924. These historic photos will bring Contra Dance — 7:30-10:30 the story of the U.S. military camp in Columbus to life. p.m. in La Mesilla. Info: 575-534- SUNDAY, FEB. 19 v 2:00 p.m., the President of the 1st Aero Squadron Foundaon, Ric Lambart, will give a 0298. Silver City/Grant County presentaon and slide-show about the “re-birth” of American civil aviaon in 1917. Live performance — 1-3 p.m. at v 3:00 p.m., Mr. Florian L. Waitl is a military historian and leadership development specialist Ruidoso/Lincoln County Yankie Creek Coffee House, 112 with Human Dimension Leadership Consung (HDLC) based out of Kansas City, Missouri. Granger Smith — 8-10 p.m. at the West Yankie St. in Silver City. He will discuss some of the eless leadership lessons and insights that can be gained from the study of Pancho Villa’s Raid on Columbus and the subsequent "Punive Expedion" into Mexico. At Pancho Villa State Park, regular day-use and camping fees apply. For more informaon about Camp Furlong Day, call 575-531-2711, or visit www.PanchoVillaStateParkFriendsGroup.org.

The Village of Columbus Chamber of Commerce will welcome the annual Cabalgata Binacional into the village plaza at around 11:00 a.m. Riders on horseback from Mexico will cross into the United States at Palomas, Mexico and join with riders from the U.S. to make the three-mile trek to Columbus as a gesture of peace and goodwill between the two naons. Folklorico Fuego De Phoenix dancers and Mariachi Encanto will entertain in the village plaza. For more informaon about the Cabalgata Binacional and plaza events, please contact 575-343-0147. How to get there: From Deming, head south on Hwy 11 for 30 miles to the intersecon of Hwys 9 and 11. From El Paso, take the Artcra Road exit o I-10 to Hwy 9. Head west on Hwy 9 for 75 miles to Columbus. All the day’s acvies will be within easy walking distance from the intersecon of Hwys 9 and 11.

On Thursday, March 9, the Columbus Historical Society will hold its annual Memorial Service at the Depot Museum at 10 a.m. in remembrance of the Americans whose lives were lost during From Russia with Love, the Kat Trio play classical music at West- the 1916 raid on Columbus. For info call 575-531-2620. ern New Mexico University Feb. 14. 44 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

619 N. Bullard St. Gift certi cate Getting Your prizes for top three teams. Info: Camera off Auto 575-597-6469. Mode is the sub- Amanda Kitchens and Garner ject at the Feb. Sloan — 8 p.m. at Little Toad 25 Photo Boot Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Silver Camp with the Doña Ana Pho- City. Kitchen is singer/songwriter/ tography Club. accordionista and Sloan if a folk/ rock master from Austin, Texas. Info: 575-956-6144.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 22 Silver City/Grant County Giardia, Laughing Frogs and Bi-parental Care in the Peruvian Amazon— Noon at the Western New Mexico University Global Legends of the Celtic Harp bring their ancient tunes to Las Cru- Resource Center Auditorium, ces on Feb. 22. 12th and Kentucky in Silver City. A Western Institute of Lifelong and 1-3 p.m. at the Mimbres Val- chester Road in the Las Alturas Learning Lunch and Learn with ley Learning Center, 2300 E. Pine area. Walks guided by members Lynn Haugen speaking. Info: 575- St. Free event, free lunch. Info: of the Mesilla Valley Audubon 538-6835. 575-543-6643. Society to help birders observe the ever-changing birdlife that Deming/Luna County Las Cruces/Mesilla lives and visits. Info: way1mike@ Hump Day Academy: Public Beginner bird walk — 7:45 a.m. yahoo.com. Relations and Media — 10-noon at Tellbrook Park, 4290E. Win- Legends of the Celtic Harp — 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist features locally made quilts, in- Photo Boot Camp: Getting Church of Las Cruces, 2000 S. cludes vendors, a quilt rafe and Your Camera Off Auto Mode Solano. Info: 575-522-7281. appraisals. Info: 575-894-2959. — 9 a.m.-noon at the Southwest Environmental Center, 275 Main Alamogordo/Otero County Ruidoso/Lincoln County St, Las Cruces with the Doña Ana Wine Down Wednesday — 6-9 Art Jam Party at Art Ruidoso Photography Club. Info: educa- p.m. at the Heart of the Desert, Gallery — 6-8 p.m. at Art Rui- [email protected]. 7288 U.S. Highway 54/70 be- doso, 2809 Sudderth Drive. Info: “Awakening in Taos: The Mabel tween Alamogordo and Tularosa. 469-363-7066. Dodge Lujan Story” — 7:30 p.m. Music and libations with live folk lm at the Rio Grande Theatre, and soul music by Delaney Davis. 505-469-7505 Las Cruces/Mesilla 211 N. Main St. in Las Cruces. A Info: 575-434-0035. [email protected] The Mesilla Valley Jazz & Blues Gala precedes the screening at Society presents the Black 6:30 p.m. for a pre-party at Film THURSDAY, FEB. 23 Market Trust with Gypsy Jazz Las Cruces Headquarters, 340 Silver City/Grant County — 7:30 p.m. at the Rio Grande Reymond St. Info: 575-523-6403. “Last Voyage of the Lusitania” Theatre, 211 N. Main St. in Las — 7 p.m. at the Santa Clara Na- Cruces. Info: 575-523-6403. Truth or Consequences/ tional Guard Armory. This is a free Sierra County lm with the Fort Bayard Historic SATURDAY, FEB. 25 Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Valentine’sDay Preservation Society spring lm Silver City/Grant County Night Dance — 7-9 p.m. at 710 series and is accompanied with Sam Madan — 8 p.m. at Little Elm Street in Truth or Conse- opening remarks by historian Dr. Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard St. quences. Info 575-744-9137. Doug Dinwiddie. Info: 575-388- in Silver City. Country and rock. Come ?get 4862 or 575-388-4477. Ruidoso/Lincoln County Info: 575-956-6144. The Five Irish Tenors — 7-9 a gift for Truth or Consequences/ Deming/Luna County p.m. at the Spencer Theater for Sierra County Stars-n-parks program — 7:05 the Performing Arts, 108 Spencer your bike Sierra Twirlers Square Dance p.m. at Rockbound State Park. Road, Alto. Info: 575-336-4800. Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New Neptune, Mars and Venus in the crush. Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Play- west. Orion and Canopus are SUNDAY, FEB. 26 house, 710 Elm St. Mainstream near the meridian. Info: 575-496- Silver City/Grant County dancing every Thursday evening. 1735. Live Performance — 1-3 p.m. at Cost is $3 per person; no charge the Yankie Creek Coffee House, to come and watch. Visitors Truth or Consequences/ 112 West Yankie St. in Silver always welcome. Info: 505-804- Sierra County City. 3842 or 575-313-9971. Annual Gathering of Quilts Mardi Gras history program — GILA HIKE & BIKE — 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Truth 10 a.m. at the Unitarian Univer- CORNER OF COLLEGE & BULLARD Las Cruces/Mesilla or Consequences Civic Center/ salist Fellowship. Bayou Seco WWW.GILAHIKEANDBIKE.COM 575-388-3222 Calling Ukulele Players and Ralph Edwards Auditorium, 400 presents the program including Dreamers — 5:15-6:16 p.m. W. Fourth St. Large quilt show Mardi Gras music, customs and strum for fun group, 6:30-8 p.m. features locally made quilts, in- history. Info: 575-538-0101. performance group practice at cludes vendors, a quilt rafe and Earth Matters Good Samaritan-Las Cruces appraisals. Info: 575-894-2959. Truth or Consequences/ A show about earthly matters that impact us all! Village in the Social Center arts Sierra County and crafts room, 3011 Buena Las Cruces/Mesilla The Role of Venice in the Vida Circle in Las Cruces. Info: Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts History of Art — 1-2 p.m. at 89.1 575-405-7133. Market — 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on RioBravo Fine Art Gallery, 110 N. RU F African Guitar Summit (National Downtown Main Street in Las Broadway, Truth or Consequenc- U M Tour Series 4) — 7:30 p.m. at Cruces. Info: www.lascrucesfarm- es. An Art Talks Lecture with John K the Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. ersmarket.org. Rawlings. Info: 575-894-0615. Main St. in Las Cruces. Info: 575- 523-6403.

FRIDAY, FEB. 24 Silver City/Grant County a n g Popcorn Fridays — all day at d r 614 N. Bullard St. Free popcorn o s . and food samples. Info: 575-388- t r r c 2343. e m a g Black Teas — 8 p.m. at Little m t in g live a Toad Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Brought to you by Silver City. Local rock duo. Info: Gila/Mimbres Community Radio Gila Resources Information Project 575-956-6144. New Mexico Wilderness Alliance Upper Gila Watershed Alliance Truth or Consequences/ EVERY Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 10am, Sierra County Annual Gathering of Quilts Thursday evenings at 8pm Gila/Mimbres — 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Truth Community or Consequences Civic Center/ Radio Podcasts available:  ­ € Ralph Edwards Auditorium, 400 Black Market Trust plays with Gypsy Jazz at the Rio Grande The- http://gmcr.org/category/earth-matters FaceBook! W. Fourth St. Large quilt show atre in Las Cruces on Feb. 24 DESERT EXPOSURE FEBRUARY 2017 • 45

IN CONCERT George Winston Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album, Forest, in 1995 Tues., Feb. 7, 2017 7:00p | Performance Light Hall Auditorium $25 Admission | Canned Food Drive to benefit the Grant County Food Pantry

Co-Sponsor: AMP CONCERTS, WILL & WNMU OFFICE OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS

Edwina & Charles Milner Women in the Arts Suzanne Donazetti A master of the process of painting and weaving copper Thurs., Feb. 9, 2017 6:30p | Lecture Light Hall Auditorium FREE Admission | Seating for the event is limited and advanced Truth or Consequences holds a huge quilters event every Febru- ary, this year it is on the 26th. tickets are encouraged. Free Tickets are available in the Office of Cultural Affairs, located in Hunter Hall, WNMU campus. Alamogordo/Otero County 575-388-4477. Classy Glass Hearts in Bloom Co-Sponsor: WESTERN INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING (WILL) — 1-4 p.m. at the Heart of the Truth or Consequences/ Desert, 7288 U.S. Highway 54/70, Sierra County between Tularosa and Alamogor- Sierra Twirlers Square Dance do. A day of instructor supervised Club dance — 6-8 p.m. at New McCray Gallery Opening Reception enamel painting on a wind glass Mexico Old Time Fiddler’s Play- WNMU Juried Student while enjoying Heart of the Desert house, 710 Elm St. Mainstream Wine. Info: 575-464-0035. dancing every Thursday evening. Exhibit Cost is $3 per person; no charge Thurs., Feb. 23, 2017 Las Cruces/Mesilla to come and watch. Visitors 4:30p - 7:00p | McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art “Awakening in Taos: The Mabel always welcome. Info: 505-804- FREE Admission Dodge Lujan Story” — 11 a.m. 3842 or 575-313-9971.

lm screening and student work- Co-Sponsor: EXPESSIVE ARTS DEPARTMENT shop at the Rio Grande Theatre, Las Cruces/Mesilla 211 N. Main St. in Las Cruces. Calling Ukulele Players and Info: 575-523-6403. Dreamers — 5:15-6:16 p.m. Online Calendar “Awakening in Taos: The Mabel strum for fun group, 6:30-8 p.m. wnmu.edu/culture Dodge Lujan Story” — 6:30 p.m. performance group practice at Purchase Tickets Online or Call: lm at the Rio Grande Theatre, Good Samaritan-Las Cruces Cultural Affairs 575-538-6469 211 N. Main St. in Las Cruces. Village in the Social Center arts Info: 575-523-6403. and crafts room, 3011 Buena Vida Limited seating. Ensure your seat with Advance Tickets. Contact us for details or go online. Circle in Las Cruces. Info: 575- TUESDAY, FEB. 28 405-7133. Silver City/Grant County Mardi Gras Cajun Feast — 5-10 FRIDAY, MARCH 3 p.m. at Little Toad Creek, 200 N Silver City/Grant County Bullard St. in Silver City. Cos- Popcorn Fridays — all day at tumes and masks encouraged. 614 N. Bullard St. Free popcorn Info: 575-956-6144. and food samples. Info: 575-388- 680 E. University Ave. Trivia Night — 6:30 p.m. at Burg- 2343. ers & Brownies & Beer Oh My! At 619 N. Bullard St. Gift certi cate Alamogordo/Otero County prizes for top three teams. Info: Say Cheese: The First Photo 575-597-6469. From Space — 9 a.m. at the New Mardi Gras Cajun Dance Party Mexico Museum of Space History — 7:30-11 p.m. at Little Toad rst oor. Info: 575-437-2840. Creek, 200 N Bullard St. in Silver The Launch Pad Lectures are City. Rhythm Mystic plays, cos- streamed live on Periscope and tumes and masks encouraged. are available on the museum’s Drawing Info: 575-956-6144. YouTube channel: https://www. youtube.com/channel/UC2Sirh- Painting Ruidoso/Lincoln County gX3NsxcREfOVLjHeA. Fat Tuesday at Ski Apache — 10 Sculpture a.m.-3 p.m. at Ski Apache, 1286 SATURDAY, MARCH 4 Ski Run Road. Info: 800-545- Las Cruces/Mesilla Photography 9011. Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts Market — 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 Downtown Main Street in Las Printmaking Deming/Luna County Cruces. Info: www.lascrucesfarm- Hump Day Academy: Advertis- ersmarket.org. Jewelry ing/Internet Marketing — 10- noon and 1-3 p.m. at the Mimbres Truth or Consequences/ Valley Learning Center, 2300 E. Sierra County Fabric Pine St. Free event, free lunch. Old Time Fiddlers Saturday Info: 575-543-6643. Night Dance — 7-9 p.m. at 710 Leather Elm Street in Truth or Conse- THURSDAY, MARCH 2 quences. Info 575-744-9137. Metal Silver City/Grant County Joy Harjo, poet — 5:30 meet the Ruidoso/Lincoln County Glass artist, 6:30 lecture in Light Hall Big Mountain Challenge — 10 Theater at Western New Mexico a.m.-3 p.m. at Ski Apache, 1286 University. Info: 575-538-6469. Ski Run Road. Info: 800-545- Ceramic “Paths of Glory” — 7 p.m. at 9011. the Santa Clara National Guard Furniture Armory. This is a free lm with SUNDAY, MARCH 5 the Fort Bayard Historic Preser- Silver City/Grant County D OÑA A NA Arts Decor vation Society spring lm series Live Performance — 1-3 p.m. COUNCIL and is accompanied with opening at the Yankie Creek Coffee remarks by historian Dr. Doug House, 112 West Yankie St. in Tickets at the door or online at DAArts.org Dinwiddie. Info: 575-388-4862 or Silver City. Adults $8 • Children 12 and under FREE 46 • FEBRUARY 2017 www.desertexposure.com

ON THE TRAIL City, Boston Hill Partner for Improvements Trail advocates get together to make plans

oston Hill Open Space trail advocates of our open spaces here in Silver City.” Bob Schiowitz and Joseph Gendron There are nearly 20 miles of publicly Brecently took a walk with Silver City owned trails in Grant County, all of which Mayor Ken Ladner to discuss the upcoming need regular care and maintenance, in addi- improvements at both the Cheyenne and tion to other informal trails within Silver City Market Street trail head entrances. Both town limits. have seen drainage and grading improve- Collaboration is key, Marshall said, given ments to reverse damage from heavy rains in the trails pass through lands owned by vari- 2016, making the trails less steep and more ous governmental entities, including the fed- accessible to a diverse group of users, said eral Bureau of Land Management. James Marshall, assistant town manager. The Market Street trail entrance improve- “Most people don’t understand that the ments are a collaborative effort of Silver Town of Silver City doesn’t have staff dedi- City, Grant County, Western New Mexico cated to maintaining our local trail system — University and trail advocates like Schiow- we just don’t have the resources,” Marshall itz, Gendron and others who will help im- said. prove trail head aesthetics once the grading “That’s why we are so appreciative of lo- work is completed. cal trail and open space advocates who bring In 1999, trail advocates convinced town maintenance needs to our attention, and who leaders to purchase Boston Hill for recreation- are willing to get out there and help us actu- Boston Hill Trail is seeing improvement after Silver City administration ally do the work. This partnership makes all IMPROVEMENTS and other groups come together to work on the area. (Photo by Brook the difference in the quality and accessibility continued on page 47 Stockberger)

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LIVING ON WHEELS • SHEILA SOWDER How RVers Saved the Day for Amazon “Life begins at the end of able for seasonal jobs around a.m. happy hours held in the Bags of candy and chips par- ment to distract us. your comfort zone.” the country. park’s laundry room gave us tially consumed and replaced, We did manage to earn our — Merle Donald Walsch The 50 or so they’d hired something fun to look forward discreetly-wrapped “adult” souvenir t-shirts from the Ken- had been so dependable and to at the end of our shift and toys taken out of their packag- tucky tourism bureau by tour- ost fulltime RVers responsible that their goal also helped us relax enough to ing (yes, you can buy anything ing six bourbon distilleries, love Amazon.com al- was to hire at least 500 for the sleep until time to go back to from Amazon). And then there several of which ironically Mmost as much as we current season, dubbing them work. was the young couple actually were in dry counties. love our cell phones and our their “Camperforce.” And make no mistake, the having some “adult” recreation For the record, there’s only laptops and telephone banking That year Amazon was offer- jobs are horrid. As pickers we behind a tall stack of Kindles one way to make bourbon, and mail forwarding services. ing around $11 an hour with scurried around a warehouse — to relieve the boredom, per- and by the time I’d been on six But I have reason to love them overtime pay and an end bo- the size of three football elds haps? tours I could have given the for the glimpse into a world nus, free RV sites with utilities interspersed with four-story We have to give Amazon lecture myself. that was completely outside and Wi-Fi, and your choice of high sections, carrying hand- credit for doing its absolute For some reason that I can’t my experience. the jobs. Jimmy and I went held computers that not only best to make our workday as fathom now, we went back to My husband Jimmy and with “picker: must be able to gave us the exact location of pleasant as possible. They cut Campbellsville a second year, I were working at a camp- walk 10-15 miles a shift on con- the next item to “pick,” but us workampers some slack on insisting to ourselves that it ground in inland Maine, suffer- crete oors, climb three ights which also timed us for ef - our ef ciency requirements, “hadn’t been all that bad.” ing through the muggy, muddy of stairs, lift 40 pounds.” ciency. occasionally brought in good Well, it had been, even aftermath of a hurricane that Eleven-hour shifts began at We were robots with two catered meals, provided us though it gave us a great ap- had traveled all the way up the either 6 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. — breaks and a half-hour dinner with plenty of fresh fruit and preciation for those who work East Coast, when the phone again, our choice. We’re not period, robots who lled bas- water. year-round to make it possible call came from a personnel morning people, so we chose kets with products and loaded We had mandatory stretch- for us to shop from the com- representative at the Amazon the overnight shift. Now, nei- them onto conveyor belts. We ing session twice a shift, per- fort of our RVs. distribution center in Camp- ther of us had ever worked at left the parking lot in the dark sonnel reps were always avail- And as we nally drove our bellsville, Kentucky. a warehouse or worked over- and came back in the dark to able for problem solving and motor home out of the park “We read your resume on night shifts, or had to walk do it all over again. management was visible and and headed for a much-de- the Workamper Magazine 15 miles a day on concrete, The other positions sounded supportive. served couple of months laz- site,” she said. “Would you be but what the hell? Adventure, even worse — stowers plac- After a few weeks, Jimmy ing on a Florida beach, we interested in applying for one right? ing each item in its exact bin, was reassigned to the position told each other it had been a of our holiday seasonal jobs?” In mid-October we headed to packagers and wrappers mak- of trouble-shooting the vast great experience but we never, All Amazon distribution cen- Kentucky in our motor home. ing the same motions over and network of conveyor belts that ever wanted to work that hard ters must up their staff during Seven RV parks had recently over. At least we got aerobic surrealistically crisscrossed again. And that’s a vow we in- November and December, and been built speci cally for Am- exercise. the heavens of the warehouse, tend to keep! for those located in small com- azon’s Camperforce, giving us For the rst few days, just carrying bins of products from munities like Campbellsville, our rst clue to how import- nding the correct product in the pods to packaging. Sheila and that means getting creative to ant Amazon is to this region of the correct bin on the correct “It gures!” I griped every husband nd enough temporary work- chronic unemployment. oor in the correct section time I passed him just hanging Jimmy Sowder ers. An even more impressive (pod) of the warehouse was out, chatting up all the pass- have lived at One year that facility con- reminder of Amazon’s inu- my biggest challenge, along ersby. Of course, he did have Rose Valley tracted with a nearby prison; ence was the recent addition with working through the to climb a precarious ladder RV Ranch in another year involved refugees of alcoholic beverages to the dreaded energy slump that hit occasionally to unjam a con- Silver City from Hurricane Katrina. Both menus of several town restau- me around 2 a.m. veyor. for four years following four plans opped. Then the previ- rants in this historically dry I did occasionally make dis- On our days off, we still years of wandering the US ous year they’d hit on the idea county. coveries in the product bins had to keep our upside-down from Maine to California. of hiring workampers, mostly Our lives quickly turned up- that gave me food for thought schedule, but fortunately the She can be contacted at retired RVers who were avail- side down. Fortunately, the 5 during my tedious travels. town offered little entertain- [email protected].

IMPROVEMENTS continued from page 46 al use, and negotiated a portion have help from local trail en- Schiowitz added trail advo- maintain the Boston Hill trail er. These trails are a great nat- of the land to be donated. thusiasts, youth from Aldo Leo- cates are currently evaluating system, but that’s just not the ural resource close to where “Now the challenge is to pold High School as well as the the Spring Street trailhead for case, and we all need to help,” many people live, and they re- nd funding to manage and International Mountain Biking maintenance needs. He encour- he said. ally improve the quality of life maintain our local trails,” said Association to develop the aged trail users to pitch in and “If you see trash, pick it up. for Silver City residents.” Schiowitz, who is considering trail heads and kiosks. Hidalgo help maintain the trails for ev- Anyone can pitch in an hour For more information or to creating a nonpro t organiza- Medical Services funded all of eryone. or two of their time. You’d be volunteer, contact James Mar- tion to do just that. the signage —it’s been a real “People assume that there surprised what you can accom- shall, assistant town manager, “We’ve been fortunate to community effort over time.” is someone getting paid to plish when we all work togeth- at 575-597-6340.

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