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December 8, 2023
Weekly WeatherIn GratitudeWe thank Dolores and Emery Maez for renewing their sponsorship. View the Maez group listings on our website or online at
Dolores and Emery Maez - Maez RealtyDolores and Emery have been married for 48 years. They have lived in Abiquiu for 33 years. They have two sons and four grandchildren. One son lives in state and the other lives out of state.
Dolores and Emery both had successful, previous careers, prior to Real Estate. Both career experiences facilitate their current career, in Real Estate, providing so many additional skills to assist their clients. Emery graduated from New Mexico State University, from the College of Engineering, with a degree in Civil Engineering. He worked 28 years in management for electrical distribution cooperatives. This career provided much experience in surveying, working with staff, and his constituents. He served on boards that worked for the good of their constituents. Having lived and worked in Northern New Mexico, provided much knowledge of the different communities, from Santa Fe north to the Colorado border. Emery knows the land, the communities, and processes involved in acquiring the essential resources related to rural home and land ownership. Dolores graduated from New Mexico State University, from the College of Education, with a degree in Elementary Education, with a focus in Early Childhood Education. As an Educator she taught many students in the Espanola Public Schools, Cuba Independent Schools, and Jemez Mountain School Districts. This career has provided Dolores the skills to guide home buyers and home sellers through the the real estate process, as well as facilitate newcomers to the community resources available. Together Emery and Dolores are a wealth of knowledge for their clients. They know the different communities. They know how to communicate with people in a professional and friendly manner. They have been Realtors for about 15 years and are part of The Maez Group, a Real Estate Group founded by their son, Joe Maez. The Maez Group, for the past six years, has been the number 1 Real Estate Team in the state of New Mexico, based on sales. This accomplishment has been earned by providing the best real estate services to their clients, and establishing long lasting relationships with the people they serve. Real Estate, to Emery and Dolores, is an opportunity to share, with pride, the communities they know and love with people who want the quality of life Northern New Mexico has to offer. Welcome to the 571st edition of the Abiquiu News. Begun in January 2013 as a weekly newsletter to keep our community informed of events and a lost dog or two, we've grown exponentially and never missed a Friday. Not a day goes by that we aren't thanked for those efforts.
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NewsPresbyterian Espanola Hospital Honored for Care of Patients with Alcohol Use DisorderESPAÑOLA, N.M. – This fall, Presbyterian Española Hospital received the 2023 Quest for Excellence Award for general acute care hospitals from the New Mexico Hospital Association for its continuing work to reduce stigma and enhance treatment for patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD).
Through this project, the Presbyterian Española Hospital team took a hospital-wide approach to addressing alcohol use disorder, with an emphasis on connecting patients and families to peer support resources. “We are proud of our work to improve care for patients facing addiction, including those individuals in our community living with alcohol use disorder,” said Brenda Romero, hospital chief executive at Presbyterian Española Hospital. “Our entire team has come together to increase the use of lifesaving medications and provide wraparound support for patients.”Learn more about how Presbyterian Española Hospital is supporting its community through care for people with substance use disorder in this video. “We’ve made a tremendous difference,” says Dr. Eric Ketcham, Emergency Department physician and addiction medicine specialist, in the video. “From a statistical standpoint, we’ve reduced the rate of repeated visits to the emergency department and reduced readmissions to the hospital, but more important than that, we’re really helping a lot of people get their lives back.” In addition to the Quest for Excellence Award, Ben Gerke, rehabilitation services manager at Presbyterian Española Hospital, was one of 14 people honored with a Distinguished Healthcare Worker Award from the New Mexico Hospital Association. Gerke was honored as a leader who supports and engages his team to improve patient outcomes. North Central Solid Waste to Penalize the Community for Recycling
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Then the bills for 2024 went out with the announcement on the back of the bill that there would be a $5 charge for recycling. We called for clarification. This charge would be applied each time a resident brings in recycling. You will have to purchase a '4 punch card' at the NCSWA authority in advance for $20. According to their website: Our facilities accept the recycling of oil, cardboard, plastics, paper, tires, metal, and aluminum. They do not accept glass.
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While reduce and reuse are always good suggestions, the likely result of this is that recyclables will go to the landfill. In a community already strapped for cash this is unacceptable. (Oh, and our El Prado Transfer Station hasn't accepted oil or tires for a while. Brian)
Write your commissioners, legislators and NCSWA Board
Make your voice heard
Attend the next board meeting of NCSWA
Meeting Information
Meetings are at 10 AM every third Thursday of the month.
Write your commissioners, legislators and NCSWA Board
Make your voice heard
Attend the next board meeting of NCSWA
Meeting Information
Meetings are at 10 AM every third Thursday of the month.
Contact our Commissioners and County Manager
Commissioner Alex Naranjo
alex.naranjo@rio-arriba.org Rio Arriba County Seat: Phone: (575) 588-7254 Rio Arriba County Annex Building: Phone: (505) 753-2992 Commissioner Brandon Bustos brandon.bustos@rio-arriba.org Rio Arriba County Seat: Phone: (575) 588-7254 Rio Arriba County Annex Building: Phone: (505) 753-2992 |
Commissioner Moises Morales (Commissioner for Abiquiu Area) mmorales@rio-arriba.org Office: 505-753-2992/575-588-7254 County Manager Jeremy Maestas jgmaestas@rio-arriba.org Tierra Amarilla 575-588-7254 Española 505-753-2 |
Contact the Chairman and Vice Chairman of NCSWA
Contact our Legislators
See Below for a Timely Event
Northern New Mexico College Basketball: Century Bank Classic is this weekend!
Two former NBA players coaching in the tournament will be honored at halftime Dec. 8
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) hosts the three-day “Century Bank Classic” Tournament this weekend, Dec. 8 – 10. Century Bank underwrote the tournament between Northern, University of Lincoln-OK and Navajo Technical University with a $5,000 donation.
“Century Bank is one of the last community banks in the state. We are locally owned,” said Century Bank SVP/Market President Thomas Martinez. “We love investing into our Valley through donations and sponsorships to events such as this, which bring out our community to come and support our NNMC students.”
The highlight will be a halftime ceremony on Dec. 8 to honor Lincoln Coach Gary Payton, a legendary former NBA player who is in the Hall of Fame, and Northern’s own Coach Terry Tyler, who played 15 years in the NBA. Martinez and NNMC President Hector Balderas will present plaques to the coaches during halftime.
“It’s really interesting that we’re going to have these two big NBA legends in our home. We will honor their work for so many years playing in the NBA and the work that they did as role models,” said NNMC Athletic Director/Head Coach Jesus Aragon. “So the communities can’t miss these games. They have to be part of this and part of the tournament.”
Century Bank Classic Tournament:
Northern New Mexico College Eagle Gymnasium
921 North Paseo De Onate, Española, NM
Schedule:
Friday, Dec. 8: NNMC vs. University of Lincoln-OK. Women’s teams at 5 p.m.; men’s teams at 7 p.m. (with half-time honoring ceremony)
Saturday, Dec. 9: NNMC vs. Navajo Technical University. Women at 4 p.m.; men at 6 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 10: Lincoln vs. Navajo Tech. women at 1 p.m., men at 3 p.m.
Tickets at https://nnmceagles.com/news/2023/10/19/mens-basketball-ticket-purchase-qr-code.aspx.
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) hosts the three-day “Century Bank Classic” Tournament this weekend, Dec. 8 – 10. Century Bank underwrote the tournament between Northern, University of Lincoln-OK and Navajo Technical University with a $5,000 donation.
“Century Bank is one of the last community banks in the state. We are locally owned,” said Century Bank SVP/Market President Thomas Martinez. “We love investing into our Valley through donations and sponsorships to events such as this, which bring out our community to come and support our NNMC students.”
The highlight will be a halftime ceremony on Dec. 8 to honor Lincoln Coach Gary Payton, a legendary former NBA player who is in the Hall of Fame, and Northern’s own Coach Terry Tyler, who played 15 years in the NBA. Martinez and NNMC President Hector Balderas will present plaques to the coaches during halftime.
“It’s really interesting that we’re going to have these two big NBA legends in our home. We will honor their work for so many years playing in the NBA and the work that they did as role models,” said NNMC Athletic Director/Head Coach Jesus Aragon. “So the communities can’t miss these games. They have to be part of this and part of the tournament.”
Century Bank Classic Tournament:
Northern New Mexico College Eagle Gymnasium
921 North Paseo De Onate, Española, NM
Schedule:
Friday, Dec. 8: NNMC vs. University of Lincoln-OK. Women’s teams at 5 p.m.; men’s teams at 7 p.m. (with half-time honoring ceremony)
Saturday, Dec. 9: NNMC vs. Navajo Technical University. Women at 4 p.m.; men at 6 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 10: Lincoln vs. Navajo Tech. women at 1 p.m., men at 3 p.m.
Tickets at https://nnmceagles.com/news/2023/10/19/mens-basketball-ticket-purchase-qr-code.aspx.
Santa Fe – The Food Depot is thrilled to announce their much-anticipated Souper Bowl, the food bank’s signature event that has become a cherished tradition in Northern New Mexico. For 28 years, The Food Depot has united the community in a friendly soup competition, bringing together over 25 local chefs to vie for the coveted title of "Best Soup in Santa Fe."
This family-friendly event promises a delightful experience for attendees of all ages. Children under 12 years old enjoy complimentary admission, making it an ideal outing for families to savor delectable soups crafted by talented local chefs. Every ticket purchase directly supports The Food Depot's essential food security work in Northern New Mexico. Last year, Souper Bowl was a sold-out event with over 1,300 people in attendance. Dr. Field Goods took home the trophy for best overall soup.
Date: January 27, 2024
Time: VIP Entrance 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, General Admission 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Santa Fe Community Convention Center
For those seeking an extra-special experience, VIP ticket holders gain access to a private tasting hour from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, allowing them to savor the flavors before the general admission.
Tickets are now available at thefooddepot.org. Enjoy early bird ticket pricing for VIP and General Admission tickets until December 31st. Tickets make a great holiday gift for the whole family!
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to indulge in a variety of mouthwatering soups while supporting a worthy cause. Secure your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable day of community, camaraderie, and culinary delights at The Food Depot's Souper Bowl.
For ticket purchases and more information, visit thefooddepot.org.
Thank you to our 2024 souper sponsors who make this event possible:
Headline: Enterprise Bank and Trust
Platinum: Financial Partners, Hutton Broadcasting, Santa Fe New Mexican
Gold: Altamira Financial Group, LLC, City of Santa Fe City Councilor Jamie Cassutt, Flow Science, Santa Fe Reporter, Tech Source
Silver: Century Bank, Elevation Wealth Partners, Hal Burns, HUB, Great Ideas!, Guadalupe Credit Union
Bronze: RGC Access, Tom Carr
About The Food Depot:
The Food Depot is a nonprofit organization that aims to make healthy food accessible to every person in every community in New Mexico. As the food bank for nine northern counties, The Food Depot provides resources to over 40,000 New Mexicans across 26,000 square miles. Our innovative programs, resource navigation services, and advocacy work supports individuals in achieving food security. In FY23, The Food Depot’s unique programs, along with our 75 nonprofit partners, provided an average of 660,000 meals each month to those experiencing food insecurity. You are invited to join the food security movement by donating, volunteering, or advocating on their website, thefooddepot.org. The Food Depot operates as an equal opportunity provider.
This family-friendly event promises a delightful experience for attendees of all ages. Children under 12 years old enjoy complimentary admission, making it an ideal outing for families to savor delectable soups crafted by talented local chefs. Every ticket purchase directly supports The Food Depot's essential food security work in Northern New Mexico. Last year, Souper Bowl was a sold-out event with over 1,300 people in attendance. Dr. Field Goods took home the trophy for best overall soup.
Date: January 27, 2024
Time: VIP Entrance 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, General Admission 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Santa Fe Community Convention Center
For those seeking an extra-special experience, VIP ticket holders gain access to a private tasting hour from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, allowing them to savor the flavors before the general admission.
Tickets are now available at thefooddepot.org. Enjoy early bird ticket pricing for VIP and General Admission tickets until December 31st. Tickets make a great holiday gift for the whole family!
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to indulge in a variety of mouthwatering soups while supporting a worthy cause. Secure your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable day of community, camaraderie, and culinary delights at The Food Depot's Souper Bowl.
For ticket purchases and more information, visit thefooddepot.org.
Thank you to our 2024 souper sponsors who make this event possible:
Headline: Enterprise Bank and Trust
Platinum: Financial Partners, Hutton Broadcasting, Santa Fe New Mexican
Gold: Altamira Financial Group, LLC, City of Santa Fe City Councilor Jamie Cassutt, Flow Science, Santa Fe Reporter, Tech Source
Silver: Century Bank, Elevation Wealth Partners, Hal Burns, HUB, Great Ideas!, Guadalupe Credit Union
Bronze: RGC Access, Tom Carr
About The Food Depot:
The Food Depot is a nonprofit organization that aims to make healthy food accessible to every person in every community in New Mexico. As the food bank for nine northern counties, The Food Depot provides resources to over 40,000 New Mexicans across 26,000 square miles. Our innovative programs, resource navigation services, and advocacy work supports individuals in achieving food security. In FY23, The Food Depot’s unique programs, along with our 75 nonprofit partners, provided an average of 660,000 meals each month to those experiencing food insecurity. You are invited to join the food security movement by donating, volunteering, or advocating on their website, thefooddepot.org. The Food Depot operates as an equal opportunity provider.
12/4/23
As contractors move their dive barge into position, Rangers are working to open up the boat ramp section of the Cerrito Recreation Area. We anticipate full public access by this evening. We will be posting updates about the work being performed as it progresses, but would like to dispell a few rumors about the operation.
1. Abiquiu Dam is in good physical condition and is not having major repairs done. The operation underway is part of a normal inspection of part of the dam.
2. Abiquiu Lake will not be drained the way El Vado lake was for construction. The lake is still over 100 feet deep at the current water level, and no major changes are anticipated for the rest of the winter.
3. Water was released over the last few months to make it easier for high altitude divers to work on the project. The movement of water was not to satisfy Texas or other compact obligations. For future water forecasts, please keep an eye on our page for the annual spring open house and forecast meeting.
As contractors move their dive barge into position, Rangers are working to open up the boat ramp section of the Cerrito Recreation Area. We anticipate full public access by this evening. We will be posting updates about the work being performed as it progresses, but would like to dispell a few rumors about the operation.
1. Abiquiu Dam is in good physical condition and is not having major repairs done. The operation underway is part of a normal inspection of part of the dam.
2. Abiquiu Lake will not be drained the way El Vado lake was for construction. The lake is still over 100 feet deep at the current water level, and no major changes are anticipated for the rest of the winter.
3. Water was released over the last few months to make it easier for high altitude divers to work on the project. The movement of water was not to satisfy Texas or other compact obligations. For future water forecasts, please keep an eye on our page for the annual spring open house and forecast meeting.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Are you aware that there are some in our community who cannot afford to buy a Holiday dinner for their families? The St Vincent de Paul Society (SVdP) puts together boxes of staples for a nice dinner that includes a ham or a turkey.
These boxes make a huge difference and are so gratefully received. A donation of $20 will give a family a fine Holiday dinner, and is so appreciated.
You can make your check out to SVdP - Santo Tomas Conference and mail to Erma Crim, PO Box 1009, Abiquiu, NM 87510
These boxes make a huge difference and are so gratefully received. A donation of $20 will give a family a fine Holiday dinner, and is so appreciated.
You can make your check out to SVdP - Santo Tomas Conference and mail to Erma Crim, PO Box 1009, Abiquiu, NM 87510
In Memory - Rosalia Triana
We are sad to report that our friend Rosalia Triana passed away. You might know her for her signature color PURPLE!
Her friend Melissa White provided this tribute. Rosalia will be missed by many.
I met Rosalía Triana in 2008 at the New Mexico Filmmakers Intensive. We were both in the screenwriting track. When her film, “Epi’s Dilemma” was made, she asked me to design the postcard. When I got my first job as a script supervisor, she taught me how to score a script in two hours in a little cafe in Española. When I made my short film, “Wastewater,” she was my scripty. She encouraged me to start a writing class and she came every Sunday for two years, only missing those days when her students were performing. Over the last 15 years, we would help each other on as many film and writing projects as possible. Her voice was always full of laughter and generosity.
Rosalía often spoke of synchronicity—she would defend its existence, I would defy it, all in good fun. On the last Monday she was in hospice, I bought a small, hand-made, electric birch tree with lights on the branches. I added AA batteries and placed it on her altar to brighten it. Each night it would light at 7:01 pm and turn off six hours later. That Friday night, one of her caregivers was in her room when the tree lit up. Minutes later, Rosalía took her last earthly breath. I could have added batteries and turned on that tree any time on Monday, yet I did it exactly four days before she died. There are 1440 minutes in a day—you do the math.
Rosalía believed in synchronicity, but I believe she was the embodiment of it herself by connecting people at exactly the right time in their lives to the thing that they love. The birch tree is now on my altar reminding me of Rosalía's magic at 7:01 pm every evening.
–Melissa J White
melissajwhite@gmail.com
Facing-pages.com
Read Rosalia's Obituary
A Celebration of Life Event will be held Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 4 to 6 pm at Moving Arts Española. The public is invited. Please RSVP to info@movingartsespanola.org.
The family requested that in lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in Rosalía’s name to Scott’s House Community Hospice and Respite, or Moving Arts Española, or any other organization that you think is doing work to better the human condition.
Her friend Melissa White provided this tribute. Rosalia will be missed by many.
I met Rosalía Triana in 2008 at the New Mexico Filmmakers Intensive. We were both in the screenwriting track. When her film, “Epi’s Dilemma” was made, she asked me to design the postcard. When I got my first job as a script supervisor, she taught me how to score a script in two hours in a little cafe in Española. When I made my short film, “Wastewater,” she was my scripty. She encouraged me to start a writing class and she came every Sunday for two years, only missing those days when her students were performing. Over the last 15 years, we would help each other on as many film and writing projects as possible. Her voice was always full of laughter and generosity.
Rosalía often spoke of synchronicity—she would defend its existence, I would defy it, all in good fun. On the last Monday she was in hospice, I bought a small, hand-made, electric birch tree with lights on the branches. I added AA batteries and placed it on her altar to brighten it. Each night it would light at 7:01 pm and turn off six hours later. That Friday night, one of her caregivers was in her room when the tree lit up. Minutes later, Rosalía took her last earthly breath. I could have added batteries and turned on that tree any time on Monday, yet I did it exactly four days before she died. There are 1440 minutes in a day—you do the math.
Rosalía believed in synchronicity, but I believe she was the embodiment of it herself by connecting people at exactly the right time in their lives to the thing that they love. The birch tree is now on my altar reminding me of Rosalía's magic at 7:01 pm every evening.
–Melissa J White
melissajwhite@gmail.com
Facing-pages.com
Read Rosalia's Obituary
A Celebration of Life Event will be held Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 4 to 6 pm at Moving Arts Española. The public is invited. Please RSVP to info@movingartsespanola.org.
The family requested that in lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in Rosalía’s name to Scott’s House Community Hospice and Respite, or Moving Arts Española, or any other organization that you think is doing work to better the human condition.
Shop Local for the Holidays
Greg Lewendowski, Photographer
Self taught landscape photographer for the last 15years. We have been living in Medanales for the last 20 years. I love to hike and photo in the mountains along with some night photography. I have an excellent printer and love to print. My prices are very reasonable. View More of my work online and email to order.
www.flickr/photos/kenshophotos.com
www.flickr/photos/kenshophotos.com
2023 USPS Holiday Shipping and Mailing Deadlines
Within the Lower 48 (excludes Alaska and Hawaii)
- USPS Ground Advantage — Dec. 16
- First-Class Mail (including greeting cards) — Dec. 16
- Priority Mail — Dec. 18
- Priority Mail Express — Dec. 20
- USPS Ground Advantage — Dec. 16
- First-Class Mail — Dec. 16
- Priority Mail — Dec. 18
- Priority Mail Express — Dec. 20
- USPS Ground Advantage — Dec. 16
- First-Class Mail — Dec. 16
- Priority Mail — Dec. 16
- Priority Mail Express — Dec. 20
For the Birds
Area Factoids
Did you know that in 1935, Mr. Gonzales owned 60% of the farmland in Abiquiu and rented it on a sharecropper basis to local farmers who gave back to the landowner one third of all crops produced?
Have you heard through the community grapevine that in 2024 our recycling will be done with punch cards? And that those punch cards will allow us four -- 4 -- recycling drops A YEAR?!!!
~ Reader
We reached out to NCSWA and they said they were not providing punch cards for recycling. Bills will go out next week. Punch cards will be available the beginning of January for pick up at the office.
Correction. NCSWA is charging $5 for recycling. Cards with 4 punches can be purchased at the office for $20. Insanity strikes again. See above article.
~ Reader
We reached out to NCSWA and they said they were not providing punch cards for recycling. Bills will go out next week. Punch cards will be available the beginning of January for pick up at the office.
Correction. NCSWA is charging $5 for recycling. Cards with 4 punches can be purchased at the office for $20. Insanity strikes again. See above article.
Scene Around Town
Send us your local images. Send to AbiquiuNewsImages@gmail.com Please send images under 1mb. My inbox will thank you. ~Carol
Art, Music and Books
The Locals’ Picks Book List
Zach Hively
Casa Urraca Press has created a place for locals in our area to recommend books to each other, and a place to find book suggestions with a personal touch.
Zach Hively
Casa Urraca Press has created a place for locals in our area to recommend books to each other, and a place to find book suggestions with a personal touch.
This week, Logan recommends Revan: The Old Republic, by Drew Karpyshyn: "Another Star Wars recommendation for you! There is so much speculation that the Star Wars shows will dip into this era, long before any of the movies, and Keanu Reeves is a fan favorite to play Revan. Anyway: imagine a Jedi who has fallen to the dark side, and has come back again, but has no memory of any of it. I like how this book blends the ideas of 'dark' and 'light,' 'good' and 'bad' in a way that Star Wars isn't usually known for. Great classic book. Definitely recommend if you're into the franchise."
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Have a book to recommend? Send it to Zach at casaurracaltd@gmail.com – title, author, and the reason you suggest it.
The full Locals’ Picks list is available to view here on Bookshop.
A purchase from Casa Urraca's link helps support independent bookstores.
Abiquiu’s Casa Urraca Press earns a commission from every shopping trip that starts with the above Bookshop link—you can shop the entire Bookshop site in addition to the locals' picks. Plus, a percentage of every book (at least 10%) goes straight to independent bookstores. This is an opportunity to support small businesses with the same convenience as large online retailers.
The full Locals’ Picks list is available to view here on Bookshop.
A purchase from Casa Urraca's link helps support independent bookstores.
Abiquiu’s Casa Urraca Press earns a commission from every shopping trip that starts with the above Bookshop link—you can shop the entire Bookshop site in addition to the locals' picks. Plus, a percentage of every book (at least 10%) goes straight to independent bookstores. This is an opportunity to support small businesses with the same convenience as large online retailers.
The Home Remedies Handbook
How to Cook Everything
Stories behind Everyday Things
To purchase a book the Library asks for a contribution to the Library. The purchase may be paid for and picked up at the Library during the Library hours
The Abiquiu Library & Cultural Center has received a large quantity of Audio Books. Please come in to the Library and take a look!”
How to Cook Everything
Stories behind Everyday Things
To purchase a book the Library asks for a contribution to the Library. The purchase may be paid for and picked up at the Library during the Library hours
The Abiquiu Library & Cultural Center has received a large quantity of Audio Books. Please come in to the Library and take a look!”
Abiquiu Book Club
The Abiquiu Book Club will be reading March, by Geraldine Brooks, for the December meeting. The group will meet Tuesday, December 26, 5pm at Elena Garcia’s home in Abiquiu. The group meets the last Tuesday of each month. Books are recommended by the members. All are welcome to join. Please call Analinda 927-6220 if you have questions. |
Events
Please remember, events will go in for a maximum of three Fridays before the event. Send text, word or publisher file and a separate image, please keep images below 1 mb and send to info@abiquiunews.com. Vertical PDFs or JPGs will be edited for space. Send by Wednesday Noon for inclusion in that Friday's News.
Brilla! Ilumina La Noche at the Abiquiu Inn - the fun begins at 11A
Join us for arts, crafts, activities, shopping, entertainment and lots of fun!
12N "Home Alone" at the O'Keeffe Visitor Center
2P "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" at the O'Keeffe Visitor Center
3P "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" at the O'Keeffe Visitor Center
12N - 3P Make holiday cards at the O'Keeffe Art Van
1P-3P Visit Santa at BODES General Store up the road!
1P - 4P Library hosts Storytelling and Letters to Santa
2:30P Guest Author & Speaker, Melissa Marie McEwan "Marty Makes His Way"
3:30P Guest Author & Speaker, Melissa Marie McEwan "Marty Makes His Way"
2P-4P Face Painting
3P - 4:30P Entertainment with David Manzanares, Maximiño Manzanares, Ryan Dominguez, Peter Black and more!
4P Pueblo de Abiquiú Carol Singers - Join in on the fun!
AVFD arrives!
5P Tree Lighting
Chef Rey has create a menu with amazing food to eat while you enjoy the event, including posole, bratwurst and hot dogs available to purchase on the Patio.
Make a wish and put it on the tree!
Do some holiday shopping with an amazing group of artists!
Find Marty the Moose's friend! There are 10 stuffed moose hidden throughout the Abiquiu Inn. If you find one - you win!
Join in on the fun and submit a gingerbread house to win a prize!
Fun and fabulous coffee, hot cocoa, latte's and more!
Make a somemor's in front of the fireplace!
Gather with community and light up the night!
Join us for arts, crafts, activities, shopping, entertainment and lots of fun!
12N "Home Alone" at the O'Keeffe Visitor Center
2P "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" at the O'Keeffe Visitor Center
3P "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" at the O'Keeffe Visitor Center
12N - 3P Make holiday cards at the O'Keeffe Art Van
1P-3P Visit Santa at BODES General Store up the road!
1P - 4P Library hosts Storytelling and Letters to Santa
2:30P Guest Author & Speaker, Melissa Marie McEwan "Marty Makes His Way"
3:30P Guest Author & Speaker, Melissa Marie McEwan "Marty Makes His Way"
2P-4P Face Painting
3P - 4:30P Entertainment with David Manzanares, Maximiño Manzanares, Ryan Dominguez, Peter Black and more!
4P Pueblo de Abiquiú Carol Singers - Join in on the fun!
AVFD arrives!
5P Tree Lighting
Chef Rey has create a menu with amazing food to eat while you enjoy the event, including posole, bratwurst and hot dogs available to purchase on the Patio.
Make a wish and put it on the tree!
Do some holiday shopping with an amazing group of artists!
Find Marty the Moose's friend! There are 10 stuffed moose hidden throughout the Abiquiu Inn. If you find one - you win!
Join in on the fun and submit a gingerbread house to win a prize!
Fun and fabulous coffee, hot cocoa, latte's and more!
Make a somemor's in front of the fireplace!
Gather with community and light up the night!
Sunday December 10 - 1 PM - 3 PM
Kirt Kempter Presents A Geologic Year in New Mexico of Life and Land in 365 days
Thursday, Dec. 14th. 10 am. A Geologic Year in New Mexico: Evolution of Life and Land in 365 Days. Oasis Lifelong Adventure Zoom presentation
SFCC Spring Outings: Click here to download the spring catalog • Registration info • or call 505-428-1676
SFCC Spring Outings: Click here to download the spring catalog • Registration info • or call 505-428-1676
NNMC Board of Regents Meeting Scheduled for December 15th
The NNMC Board of Regents (BOR) scheduled its December, 2023 monthly meeting on Friday, 12/15/23, at 9:"00 am at the NNMC Española campus, main administration building.
The TENTATIVE agenda for that meeting may be viewed at the following link. https://webmail.windstream.net/service/home/~/?auth=co&loc=en_US&id=77766&part=2
Those wishing to Zoom.
Please be advised that the final agenda for the 12/15/23 NNMC BOR meeting will be posted by Tuesday, 12/12/23. The final agenda may vary from those listed on the tentative agenda.
The final agenda will also be posted in the 12/15/23 edition of the Abiquiu News.
Later in the day on 12/15/23 NNMC BOR President Mike Martin and NNMC President Hector Balderas are hosting a special holiday event at the NNMC home campus in El Rito--4-6:00 p.m. All college students/faculty/staff, the entire El Rito community and other friends of NMMC are invited.
Join Zoom Meeting https://nnmc.zoom.us/j/93884181987
Meeting ID: 938 8418 1987
One tap mobile +16694449171,,93884181987# US +16699006833,,93884181987# US (San Jose)
Please see the following invitation/description of that event.
The TENTATIVE agenda for that meeting may be viewed at the following link. https://webmail.windstream.net/service/home/~/?auth=co&loc=en_US&id=77766&part=2
Those wishing to Zoom.
Please be advised that the final agenda for the 12/15/23 NNMC BOR meeting will be posted by Tuesday, 12/12/23. The final agenda may vary from those listed on the tentative agenda.
The final agenda will also be posted in the 12/15/23 edition of the Abiquiu News.
Later in the day on 12/15/23 NNMC BOR President Mike Martin and NNMC President Hector Balderas are hosting a special holiday event at the NNMC home campus in El Rito--4-6:00 p.m. All college students/faculty/staff, the entire El Rito community and other friends of NMMC are invited.
Join Zoom Meeting https://nnmc.zoom.us/j/93884181987
Meeting ID: 938 8418 1987
One tap mobile +16694449171,,93884181987# US +16699006833,,93884181987# US (San Jose)
Please see the following invitation/description of that event.
Larry Sparks at Café Sierra Negra
Painting Exhibition
December 5 through January 13
Artist Reception
Saturday December 16th
4 PM to 6 PM
December 5 through January 13
Artist Reception
Saturday December 16th
4 PM to 6 PM
The Pueblo de Abiquiú Library & Cultural Center has a fun December scheduled.
Check out these events on December 16 & 21.
Go to the website for more information:
http://www.abiquiulibrary.com
Check out these events on December 16 & 21.
Go to the website for more information:
http://www.abiquiulibrary.com
Announcements and Classes
Jan 07 – 21 2024
In this two or three week course we will follow the entire ceramics process from “mud” to “marvel”, placing a great deal of focus on the internal creative process. Where it comes from and how we manifest it in the studio. In the atmosphere and beauty of Ghost Ranch we can talk about how our surroundings inspire and ignite the creative spirit and how it can be incorporated in the materials we use.
Our first two weeks will be spent with various types of clay with firings toward the end of the time.
For those of you who opt for the three weeks, we will delve into at least one other type of firing and finishing. While this third week is open to new participants, we cannot take beginners. If you have enough experience to join in this advanced creative ceramic process, you will be most welcome. We will touch lightly on glaze chemistry- why things happen the way they do when clay and surface finishes are subjected to intense heat.
This is a fluid course so things can progress in a way that allows for individual creative expression. I look forward to a joyful and fulfilling winter clay fest with you all.
For More information and to Register
In this two or three week course we will follow the entire ceramics process from “mud” to “marvel”, placing a great deal of focus on the internal creative process. Where it comes from and how we manifest it in the studio. In the atmosphere and beauty of Ghost Ranch we can talk about how our surroundings inspire and ignite the creative spirit and how it can be incorporated in the materials we use.
Our first two weeks will be spent with various types of clay with firings toward the end of the time.
For those of you who opt for the three weeks, we will delve into at least one other type of firing and finishing. While this third week is open to new participants, we cannot take beginners. If you have enough experience to join in this advanced creative ceramic process, you will be most welcome. We will touch lightly on glaze chemistry- why things happen the way they do when clay and surface finishes are subjected to intense heat.
This is a fluid course so things can progress in a way that allows for individual creative expression. I look forward to a joyful and fulfilling winter clay fest with you all.
For More information and to Register
Las Clinicas in El Rito is open for medical services
The new days/hours for Las Clinicas Del Norte El Rito (all medical services) are Tuesday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-5:00 pm
Patients are advised to make an appointment in advance if they need to see a provider during those hours.
The new days/hours for Las Clinicas Del Norte El Rito (all medical services) are Tuesday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-5:00 pm
Patients are advised to make an appointment in advance if they need to see a provider during those hours.
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Lost and found pets. Pets available for adoption are now listed on our Classifieds page.
Blaze
Blaze is like the common denominator of dogs: everyone loves him and he loves everyone! This 11-month-old 59lb bright-eyed beaut of a boy isn’t just the cutest guy in the room (Those ears! That smile! That silly swagger!), he’s also a Parvo survivor. Blaze is everyone’s best buddy - he has made so many new doggo and people friends, loves his treats and toys and is happy to share, and he’s learning basic commands. He’s perfect perfect perfect! We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm, and there’s no better time to adopt than during our Empty the Shelters event with BISSELL Pet Foundation: all adoption fees are reduced or waived.
www.espanolahumane.org
505-753-8662
Blaze is like the common denominator of dogs: everyone loves him and he loves everyone! This 11-month-old 59lb bright-eyed beaut of a boy isn’t just the cutest guy in the room (Those ears! That smile! That silly swagger!), he’s also a Parvo survivor. Blaze is everyone’s best buddy - he has made so many new doggo and people friends, loves his treats and toys and is happy to share, and he’s learning basic commands. He’s perfect perfect perfect! We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm, and there’s no better time to adopt than during our Empty the Shelters event with BISSELL Pet Foundation: all adoption fees are reduced or waived.
www.espanolahumane.org
505-753-8662
Macy
The shelter life is beginning to wear on marvelous Macy - this charming gal has been with us since us August (!) and she’s beginning to lose her spark. She’s gained a bit of weight and spends a lot of time sleeping because let’s face it: there’s no place like home. If she could click some ruby red slippers together and magic herself home, she would … but she needs help to find her way. Sweet as pie Macy is unique looking with her fabulous facial markings and her necklace of white fur, she has white whiskers for daaaaaays, and her white-tipped toes are twinkling! Macy’s adoption fee is waived during our #EmptyTheShelters event with BISSELL Pet Foundation! We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday, and 2yo 10lb Macy goes home spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662
The shelter life is beginning to wear on marvelous Macy - this charming gal has been with us since us August (!) and she’s beginning to lose her spark. She’s gained a bit of weight and spends a lot of time sleeping because let’s face it: there’s no place like home. If she could click some ruby red slippers together and magic herself home, she would … but she needs help to find her way. Sweet as pie Macy is unique looking with her fabulous facial markings and her necklace of white fur, she has white whiskers for daaaaaays, and her white-tipped toes are twinkling! Macy’s adoption fee is waived during our #EmptyTheShelters event with BISSELL Pet Foundation! We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday, and 2yo 10lb Macy goes home spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662
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