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Altrusa Park

A New Park in Town By Dylanne Petros Vistas Editor

New park to open Saturday The Altrusa Park will open for “business” starting June 6. The park is located across the street from Missouri Avenue Elementary School. The Altrusa Club has teamed up with the library to host the park’s opening, which will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. “One of (Altrusa’s) main focuses is literacy and so this event at the park will also be emphasizing literacy,” said Betty Long, library director. The event is the first event since dedicating the park, said Judy Armstrong, board member of Friends of the Roswell Library.

“It was quite an effort to get the park named,” she said. The park was named after the Altrusa Club because they supported the plan Friends of the Roswell Library brought to them. The Altrusa Club is also a big group in the community, Long said. “One of the reasons we wanted to have the park named after Altrusa is we’re one of the longest, among the oldest, service organizations in the community,” Long said. When Altrusa and Friends of the Roswell Library got involved with the project, the Roswell Independent School District and the city recently traded land. RISD gave the city money to turn the empty land into the park, said Deborah Goluska, Dusty

Gavels president. The two groups got involved with the project, Armstrong said, because the members grew up in Roswell and wanted to save the park. “We just loved that park,” Armstrong said. “It meant a lot to a lot of people.” The Altrusa Club and Friends of the Roswell Library teamed up with the parks committee to get the park together. The parks committee, Goluska said, received some money from RISD, but it did not cover the complete costs. “Altrusa raised the funds to put in tables, benches, barbecue grills, ashcans and we plan on doing more as needed for the park,” she said. “We provided those extra funds needed to make it comfortable to make it interest-

ing.” At the event, people may sign up for the library’s summer reading event and receive bookmarks and books from the Books Again bookstore. Also at the event will be Healthy Kids, the Parks and Recreation Department, Neighborhood Watch, the Roswell Fire Department and the Roswell Police Department, Long said. “The police department is going to have its command center set up so people can look at that so they can see what it looks like,” she said. Along with the command center, the fire department will have a combat course for people to participate in, Armstrong said.

“We’ll also have a lot of games,” she said. A Jolly Jump, cartoon characters and face painting will also be at the event. Sponsors for the opening of the Altrusa Park include Altrusa International of Roswell, New Mexico, Inc., Friends of the Roswell Library and Xcel Energy. Other sponsors are: City of Roswell Parks and Recreation Department, Farmer’s Country Market, Lawrence Bros., Peter Piper Pizza, Roswell Public Library, O’Reilly Auto Parts and Sandhill Sign. “We’re hoping to have a great day,” Armstrong said.

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Smokin’ Spurs Barrel Race

Fast, Furious and Fun By Christina Stock Vision Editor

rtesia’s fourth annual Smokin’ Spurs Fast & Furious Barrel Race has a new challenge this year — the first Team Barrel Race. For city slickers or newbies to our area, Roswell, Dexter, Hagerman, Lake Arthur and Artesia combines a unique lifestyle, that is in a lot of parts of the country almost lost. In the Pecos Valley it is well and thriving, from authentic 4H kids, to the real cowboys and cowgirls, this is where you can see the authentic modern ranching lifestyle. The rodeo is the highlight showing what the young ranchers, cowboys and cowgirls can do with a saddle, spurs and a fast horse. What is barrel racing? Fans think that it

belongs to the most unique rodeo event in the world. While during regular rodeos cowboys have to hold down bucking broncs and spinning bulls, participants in the barrel races show the speed, agility and technique of their horses and themselves, attempting to complete a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. The best of the best sometimes seem almost horizontal to the ground, taking the barrels at breathtaking speed. It is believed that competitive barrel racing was first held in Texas by the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association in 1948. It was developed in an oil-rich area. Women wanted to find a fair way to compete against

each other. They used empty oil barrels to race. Today competitive barrel racing is more diverse. Artesia’s Smokin’ Spurs Barrel Race brings many from all over New Mexico and Texas. “There is still time to join in and participate,” said event coordinator and organizer Larissa Jackson. Pre-entry was over on May 27, but later entries are still being accepted. Processing fee is $20 and the late fee is an additional $20. There are many, many prizes to be won. $5,000 and added open 4D, $250 added eight and under. $250 added youth 4D. Winners in each D of the group 14 and under youth 4D will receive champion sad-

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dles. Open 4D winner of each D of this group will receive champion buckles. The top three teams get prizes, too. There will be also many vendors who sell authentic tack, over and unders, quirts, reins, rope baskets, painted skulls, food and more. The event is sponsored, but Jackson says, “We can always use more ...” They also sell T-shirts and caps to support the races and buy awards. The races will take place June 12-14. Event schedule: Friday, June 12, kicks off with a warm up race. Books open at 3 p.m., exhibits are open 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. First races start at 7 p.m. for 8 and under, 14 and under youth 4D, $500 added open 4D with 50 and over senior 3D Incentive. Saturday, June 13, books open at 8:30 a.m. Exhibitions are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Races start at 1 p.m with 8 and under 3D followed by 14 and under youth 4D, open 4D with 50 and over senior 3D Incentive. Big drag after runner number 50. Sunday, June 14, with books opening at 10 a.m., exhibits open from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and at noon the first Team Barrel Race will take place. “This is going to be fun, many teams will be dressed up to go with their team names,” Jackson said. “The event is free for spectators,” she continued. “Everybody is welcome.” The event takes place at the Artesia Horse Council Arena, indoors, 3402 S. 13th St. in Artesia. For more information contact Larissa Jackson at 575-365-5733.

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John Snyder, a Kids in Arts Program student, is our artist to watch for this edition. He has been selected, along with fellow student Lauren Amos, to attend the New Mexico Charter School for the Arts in Santa Fe. Snyder says, “One day I was driving with my mom, I had no sports or anything planned, and she said, ‘we are driving to the Roswell Community Little Theatre’. I said, ‘I am not an actor,’ but mom said to try it.” Snyder got the role of the father in “Beauty in the Beast” and started his career in the world of the arts. That was four years ago in 2011. After overcoming his nervousness to perform, Snyder said, “It just flowed when I was on stage.” He thanks his mentor and first director, Lynetta Zuber of the Roswell Community Little Theatre, who helped him a lot in that first play. Many plays followed, at KAPS and RCLT, his favorite being “On Golden Pond” in which he played Billy, and the difficult piece “Family Secrets.” Recently he performed in “And a Child Shall Lead” at the RCLT. Snyder comes from a family that was big on sports. His late father Dan had been a hockey player at the Junior Olympics in 1975 in Canada and Semi Pro at Albuquerque’s Chaparrals Six Guns. Snyder’s fondest memories are going with his dad to Disney World, where they rode all the “little kid” together. see

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Calendar Ongoing Events Roswell Every First Friday of the Month Pecos Valley Steam Society Social This is not only for Steampunk fans. Everybody is invited, Goth, Cyber, Emu etc. No dress code. The meeting is at Stella Coffee Co., 315 N Main St. at 6 p.m. For more information follow them on Facebook. The group is active at the Cosmicon / Film Festival. Roswell Every third Tuesday of the month Sgt. Moses D. Rocha Marine Corps League Detachment 1287 Meeting Marine Corps League Meeting at 1506 E. 19th St. at 7 p.m. One of the Marine Corps League’s major events is Toys for Tots, providing toys for kids who would otherwise not have any presents on Christmas. For more information call 575-578-4689. Roswell Month of June Featured Artist at The Gallery Master photographer, metal worker and wood turner Bobby Goode is featured artist at The Gallery. The Gallery is located at Main Street Arts, 223 N. Main St. For more information call 625-5263 or check rfal.org. Roswell Every Friday in June Free Concert in the Park All concerts start at 7 p.m. The audience is asked to bring their own chairs. The concerts kick off at Cahoon Park on June 5 with Frank Castro, June 12 Retro Fit (classic rock), June 19 Groupo Maldad (Tejano) and on June 26 Saul & Cuic. In case of bad weather, the concerts may

be cancelled. More information at Roswell’s Park & Recreation at 575-6246720. Roswell Every Week, Mon 8 Ball Pool League Attention all pool players! Roswell Ball Busters is Roswell’s own local BCA sanctioned 8 ball pool league and they are looking to expand. They have openings on teams now and will be accepting new teams this year. They play every Monday night at 7. Five person coed teams, each team member plays three games. Venues are Farleys, Variety, Fraternal Order of Eagles and Center City bowling alley. Play there and get a chance to play BCA national in Las Vegas, Nevada all expenses paid. For more information call 575-650-2591 or email ballbusters@outlook.com. Roswell Every Week, Mon - Sat Lest We Forget: Roswell Army Airfield - The Early Years This Walker Aviation Museum display will remain through the end of the year. This exhibit features a short history of the base and many items from the WWII era, as well as information about the planes that flew at Roswell Army Airfield from 1941-1945. The museum is open from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 347-2464 or visit wafbmuseum.org. Roswell Every Week, Mon - Sat Peace Through Strength This Walker Aviation Museum exhibit is a tribute to the 579th Strategic Missile Squadron assigned to Walker Air Force Base during the early 1960s. The squadron was responsible for operating and maintaining 12 Atlas missile silos around

the greater Roswell area. The exhibit was funded through a grant from the Association of Air Force Missileers. The museum is open from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 347-2464 or visit wafbmuseum.org. Roswell Every Week, Tue, Wed, Thu Games at Pair-A-Dice Pair-A-Dice game shack, located at 309 N. Main St., holds weekly gaming events. Tuesday from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. is Trading Card Game night, featuring free play of games like Pokemon, Yu Gi-Oh!, Card Wars, My Little Pony and collectible card games. Wednesday from 5 - 7 p.m. is board game night. Thursday is Miniature Night, featuring paint and play for games like Warhammer from 5 - 7 p.m. Friday nights feature Magic: The Gathering from 5 - 7 p.m. Saturday afternoons have special featured games, which change weekly. For more information, call 575-6234263, or email vbriseno@ p a i ra d i c e ga m e s h a c k . com.

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None of his siblings want to be actors. “My siblings,” Snyder explains, “have also their thing ... My sister Katie is a dancer, my brother Tom is a golfer.” Snyder’s mother Susie admits, “It is very hard to let him go, but I know it is the best for him. — Many do not know that the New Mexico School for the Arts is a charter school... public education. I believe the structure of this school is better for John, he is already used to a similar structure at the Sidney Gutierrez School. It is a dorm structure and family-like, with a married couple as dorm parents, who we met when we visited. His school day starts a little later, but he has daily two-hour art classes, and after dinner study. This school fits to John’s personality. Structure is good for him to keep and grow his talent. Hard for mom, but a great opportunity. And, I get him every weekend home.” Another positive decision-maker is that the kids can try out a different discipline and switch one time during the four-year program. If they switch, they can’t go back to their first choice. Snyder had been showing talent in graphics and video arts, which is taught there too. Fifteen-year-old Snyder has many plans for the future. His biggest goal right now is to do well in Santa Fe, and then continue his artistic education at the Juilliard School. Snyder’s other passion is soccer. Information on the New Mexico Charter School can be found at nmschoolforthearts.org. To learn about the KAPS program, visit roswellkaps.org. If you are a teacher or mentor of a talented child or young adult, email us at vision@rdrnews.com for details or call 575-622-7710, ext. 309.

Roswell Every Week, Wed Weekly Knockout The Roswell Fighting Game Community presents Weekly Knockout at The Unity Center located at 108 E. Bland St. every Wednesday from 7 p.m. - midnight. Dragonpunch with Ken, slash with Sabrewulf and smash with Kirby all night long without disturbing your neighbors. Casual and competitive gamers are welcome. Bring your favorite games and set up. All games are welcome. For more information, visit facebook.com/RoswellFGC.

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Tina Williams performs at El Toro Bravo at 102 S. Main St. from 6 - 8 p.m. For more information, call El Toro Bravo at 622-9280. Roswell Every Week, Sat Open Jam at Dragon and Rose Open Jam Every Saturday from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. at Dragon and Rose music studio located at 4504 W. Second St. For more information, call 575-840-5744. Roswell Until August 9 ENMU-R Swimming Pool The Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell swimming pool is open for the summer. The pool will be open to the public daily, Sunday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pool hours may vary occasionally due to adverse weather conditions or to accommodate private parties. Regular daily admission is $3 for adults and children. ENMU-Roswell students and personnel with a validated I.D. card pay $1.50. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Family Swim Nights will be held every Tuesday from May 26 through August 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Each family member pays only $2 on Family Swim Nights. The pool can also be reserved for special events and season passes are also available. For season pass information, call Eva Watley at (575) 6247191 or (575) 624-7195.

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For private pool party reservations, contact Frances Dubiel at (575) 624-7250 or by email at frances.dubiel@roswell.enmu.edu. Roswell Until August 7 Vacation Fun Program at the Yucca Recreation Center For children between the ages of 5 and 12. Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 5:15 p.m. Program cost is $395 for summer, $140 per month, $60 per week or $12 daily. Open to boys and girls. There will be special events and topics, a reading program, sports, arts and crafts, music and games. There will also be Karate classes with additional fees of $35, Aerobic class for additional $15 per month. For more information and details call the Yucca Recreation center at 624-6719.

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Roswell June 3-6 New Mexico Senior Olympics 2015 Summer Games The Summer Senior Olympic games are a family-friendly event and dedicated to provide adults 50-plus with opportunities for a healthy, active lifestyle. For details and further information go to nmseniorolympics.org or call the New Mexico Senior Summer Olympics State headquarters at 6235777, toll-free phone is 1-888-623-NMSO (6676). Artesia June 4 Free Summer Thursdays

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The Artesia Arts Council presents their Summer Movie Thursdays, starting with “Karate Kid.” Movies start at sundown. Free

admission, popcorn provided All guests need to bring are soft drinks and chairs. Movies are provided by Artesia Public Library. Location is the Heritage Walkway, 320 W. Main St. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 575-7464212 Roswell June 5 Live music at Peppers Grill & Bar Andy Mason Music with Don Thomas are performing on the Patio at 6 p.m. at Peppers Grill & Bar, 500 N. Main St. For more information call 575-623-1700 or check their website at peppers-grill.com. Other performances of Mason in the area are listed on bandsintown.com. Ruidoso June 5 Thomas Rhett Concert Thomas Rhett is performing at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. To purchase tickets go to ticketmaster.com or call the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino at 800-545-9011. Roswell June 5-7 An Evening of Culture Encore Storm and rain in the midnight hours on Friday, May 29, caused an electrical outage at the Roswell Community Little Theatre and the second evening showing had to be postponed. Director Patti Stacy and the cast and crew of “An Evening of Culture” has decided to add a special performance on Saturday at 2 p.m. to make up for having to cancel. The play “An Evening of Culture” makes fun of a community little theater mishaps. Other showings are Friday, June 5 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, June 6th at

Calendar 2:00 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. Last performance is on Sunday, June 7 at 2:00 p.m. For the extra performance, call 622-1982 for reservations. You can buy tickets online at roswellcommunitylittletheatre.com for all the other shows, or call for reservations. Artesia - Roswell June 6 Cruz’n for Vets The fun run for car enthusiasts and motorcycle riders will raise funds for the American Legion Post 28 to kickstart a scholarship fund for the children and youth pillar. Start is at the Peñasco Valley Telephone corporate headquarters in Artesia with registration at 7:30 a.m. and final destination is P’Nut’s at the American Legion Post 28, located at 1620 N. Montana Ave. in Roswell. Those wishing to preregister can drop their registration forms off at either the PVT headquarters, located at 4011 W. Main St. in Artesia, or the American Legion Post 28, located at 1620 N. Montana Ave. in Roswell. For more information on the fun run, call Michelle Wood at 575-703-6157. For more information on the American Legion, call Jimmy Montoya at 575-914-3787. Roswell June 6 Seniors Got Talent Entertainment Show New Mexico Senior Olympics present Seniors Got Talent Entertainment Show at the Pueblo Auditorium, 300 N. Kentucky Ave. in Roswell at 1 p.m. Entry is free to spectators. It is held in conjunction with the 37th annual Senior Olympics State Games.

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Calendar Roswell June 6 Seniors Got Talent Entertainment Show New Mexico Senior Olympics present Seniors Got Talent Entertainment Show at the Pueblo Auditorium, 300 N. Kentucky Ave. in Roswell at 1 p.m. Entry is free to spectators. It is held in conjunction with the 37th annual Senior Olympics State Games. Roswell June 6 MainStreet Roswell Presents Free Summer Movies Big Hero 6 shows at Cielo Grande Recreation Area. All movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.) There is no seating, please bring chairs and blankets. There will be concessions available, or viewers can bring their own food and soft drinks. This is an alcohol, pet and smoke free event. Bug spray is recommended. Movies are subject to change. If there is inclement weather, the movie might be cancelled or postponed. Partner is the City of Roswell Parks and Recreation Department and many other sponsors. To stay updat-

ed on movie status follow MainStreet Roswell on Facebook or Twitter, check mainstreetroswell. org or call 575-914-8018. Roswell June 6 Dedication of the new Altrusa Park The community is invited to celebrate the dedication of the new Altrusa Park, 800 block of S. Washington Ave., near Missouri Avenue Elementary School. The celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event will include food, breast cancer and safety information and activities for children and families. Roswell June 6 Cahoon Pool Opening Change Grand opening of the Cahoon Pool will be on June 6 from 1-6 p.m. Everybody swims for free that day. Regular swim time will be daily from 1-6 p.m. Cost is $3 for individuals 12 and older. $2 for kids between the ages of 5-11. Adult and senior lap swim will be held Monday - Friday 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and is $1 per visit. Family swim begins June 8 and will run from 5:30-6:45 p.m. for half the cost. Learn to swim classes will start mid-June and rentals are also being taken. There are also season

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Awards will be given at the Elks Lodge, 1720 N. Montana Ave., at 1 p.m. Ruidoso - Alto June 6 Always Patsy Cline The Roswell Community Little Theatre ensemble of “Always Patsy Cline” was invited to the Spencer Theater in Alto to present this play on their stage for one night. To make reser-

The Milkman Triathlon, Inc., is a three-sport event, with a 0.5K swim at Lake Van, followed by a 20K bike and finished with a 5K run. This is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. All their competitive rules apply, including good sportsmanship and fair play. Participants are solely responsible for the safe condition of their equipment. Signed up participants are asked to bring photo ID, USA Triathlon License, or have paid their 1 day fee when picking up their race packets on Friday evening, 5:30 - 8 p.m. License check continues on Saturday, June 6 at 6:15 a.m. Race starts at 8 a.m. Award Ceremony will be at 11 a.m. The event coordinator asks participants to wear securely fastened, approved bike helmets. Wetsuits are optional. There will be trophies for all categories and age groups. More information at milkmantriathlon.com or call Larry Marshall at 575-734-5415 or email lmarshall@fbfs.com.

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Roswell June 7 Featured Artist Reception at The Gallery Master photographer, metal worker and wood turner Bobby Goode is featured artist at The Gallery. Artist’s reception and exhibition will take place at The Gallery from 1-2 p.m. The Gallery is located at Main Street Arts, 223 North Main St. Regular hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call 6255263 or check rfal.org. Artesia June 8-12 Vacation Bible School 2015 Ages 4-7th grade. Popcorn, snow cones and more. For more information and to pre-register call 575-748-3678 or 575315-4704, or visit 1711 W. Centre Ave. in Artesia. Roswell June 8-12 Zoo Camp 2015 Spring River Zoo and the Friends of the Roswell Zoo present “Zoo Camp 2015, Mammals - Birds - Reptiles.” This is for children 11-12 years old. $50 for the entire week. It starts daily at 8 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The children learn

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An Invasion of the Musical Kind

By Christina Stock Vision Editor he same organizer of the successful “Fallen Metal Fiasco” music event in 2011 brings another big concert to Roswell. Albert Cruz III and No Budget Productions presents the “Roswell Music Invasion.” Nine of the best local bands on two stages — 6 hours of music with only 5 minutes in between performances. Cruz says, “I was looking for a place that can handle that, there is a lack for big events in Roswell with multiple stages.” Cruz continues, “When the Adult Center had an opening, we took advantage of it. They are big and have good facilities. A lot of open space for our two stages.” Cruz explained, that many of the band members are family members and that it is difficult to find babysitters during their tours. “That is why we wanted to have a family music event,” he said. “Anybody from kids to adults over 60 years and in between are welcome.”

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The low entry fee, Cruz said, covers only the rent. “We are not in it for profit. The bands will have their merchandise available to purchase and tips are welcome.” The bands performing are known, having performed throughout Roswell and beyond, they offer a large variety of music; metal and others. Jeff Cabana from the Dragon and Rose Music Studio in Roswell is in several bands. “Tip-Jah,” Cabana says, specializes in a different style. “We take well-known music, per example from the Beatles and give it a reggae sound. It is going to be great to dance to.” One of the bands looking forward to performing is “AfterThought”, who just released their first EP, covered in the April 16 edition of the Vision Magazine. Belly dancer Marita De La Pena — The Deadly Tarantula Lady is going to perform. Those who have enjoyed her performance know, she might bring her favorite dance partners with her, be it snakes, other reptiles or tarantulas. The music will be inside, there will be vendors and Alianza of New Mexico will have an awareness booth. Roswell’s Marine Corps Recruiters will have a pull-up challenge booth where girls and boys can try out. Cruz said, “We will have also something for the little ones, a Jolly Jumper will be set up. There will be also food and soft drinks available. Badland BBQ has signed up to serve their barbecue specialties. And we will have give-aways and door prizes.” Performers are Amy’s not Breathing, Ascetic, Cosmic Purple Carrot, Kingdoms Fall, Marita De la Pena, Nova Rush, Scream at the Sky, Sooth Sayer and Tip-Jah. “There were other bands, who wanted to sign up,” Cruz said, “but with nine bands we are already tight, with only 5 minutes between the performances.” Cruz asks Roswell’s music fans to be on the look-out for more events to come. The Roswell Music Invasion will open the doors at 5 p.m. on June 27 at the Roswell Adult Center, 807 N. Missouri Ave. General admission is $3, tickets are only available at the door and the event is for all ages. For more information check their event Facebook page.

Culture Magic is in the Air

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Jamie O’Hara

ue that tradition.” Another favorite of O’Hara are his performances at libraries and schools for children. His enthusiasm and motivational performances of programs such as his “Magic of Reading,” teaches children that reading can come in many forms, and shows, that reading to learn is as fun as it is important. O’Hara plans to tour in June through southeast New Mexico and perform at local restaurants, libraries and festivals in Roswell. He will be one of the entertainer at the opening of the new Domino’s Pizza Theater on June 12. For more information and his tour schedule call 1-800-848-4752 or check his webpage themagicguy.com or Facebook.

By Christina Stock Vision Editor

amie O’Hara is a full-time magician and musician traveling the roads of New Mexico and beyond for over a quarter of a century. O’Hara’s wife, Felicia, a children’s pastor, has been with him all along. “Music and Magic is a big part of our lives,” O’Hara said. “My three children, Jessie, Hannah and Nico, all are string students, and I play guitar and mandolin.” O’Hara continued, “My quarter century as a full-time magician and speaker has been amazing, too. I’m a three time finalist in the International Brotherhood of Magicians Close-Up Magic contest, winner of first place and best all around for the IBM strolling magic Olympics in Norfolk, Virgin-

ia, 1996. I also served for nine years as head judge for the IBM stage and close-up magic contests at their annual convention held each summer in a different North American City.” “Our lives are fairly normal, I just have a unique job. That goes along with a unique and special family and I am very blessed to have all that I do.” O’Hara comes from a very interesting family. His father worked as a professional musician and comedian in New York with the Harmonica Rogues in the ‘50s. He passed very young. His mother then went on to run the family business, a costume rental shop in Yonkers, New York, which was started by her mother. They

had also a magic shop with the costume business. O’Hara explains, “My interest in magic began at age 7 with Queenie, The Magicienne, who performed at my birthday party. I have done this for over 1,000 kids myself in our region.” He moved at the age of 18 to New Mexico and in 1987 his professional life started as a performer and shortly thereafter as a musician in a contemporary praise and worship setting. “I love performing at different venues, “ O’Hara said, “especially at festivals and fairs. Magicians have a very long history as showmen, buskers and featured entertainers at fairs throughout history. It is wonderful to contin-

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Calendar about the zoo and its animals, the animal world around, zoo diets, medical and animal safety. Activities include learning about animal habitats and special animal visits. Friends of the Roswell Zoo will furnish snacks. Limited space. Call the zoo for details today at 575-624-6760. Artesia June 8-20 Missoula Children’s Theatre performs Cinderella Missoula Children’s Theatre is returning to Artesia. Missoula Children’s Theatre is an acting experience for local children where two professionals from Montana appear on a Sunday in June, audition and rehearse through the week and present a complete play with a cast of

40 to 60 on the following Saturday. This program has been encouraging local children for over thirty years to perform. Participation fee is $40 and includes a t-shirt, love note and one free performance ticket. It is open to all school age children. Registration begins on June 8, rehearsals start on June 15 - 20. For more information contact Lauran Austin at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center at 575-746-4212 or by email at education@artesiaartscouncil.com. Artesia June 8-22 with performance July 18 Fourth Annual Rising Stars Summer Musical Participation fee is $40 and includes a T-shirt, love note and one free performance ticket. It is open to kids 7 and up. Registration begins on June 8, rehearsals start on June 22 and the perfor-

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mance will be on July 18. For more information contact Lauran Austin at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center at 575-746-4212 or by email at education@ artesiaartscouncil.com. Roswell June 9 Free Summer Kid Shows at Galaxy 8 The Sponge Bob Movie is showing at Galaxy 8, 4501 N. Main St., behind the roswell mall. Seating is limited to theatre capacity. Tickets issued on first come, first served basis. Films and schedules subject to change without notice. More information at allentheatresinc.com. Artesia June 11 Free Summer Movies The Artesia Arts Council presents “Casablanca” as part of their Summer Movie Thursdays. Movies start at sundown. Free admission, popcorn provided. Guests are asked to bring soft drinks and chairs. Movies are provided by Artesia Public Library. Heritage Walkway, 320 W. Main St. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 575-7464212.

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Roswell June 12 Live music at Peppers Grill & Bar

exhibits open from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and at noon is the first annual Team Barrel Race.

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Jim Dixon is performing on the Patio at 6 p.m. at Peppers Grill & Bar, 500 N. Main St. Jim’s live performance is an entertaining blend of iconic singer songwriters and his own works. For more information call 575-623-1700 or check their website at peppers-grill.com.

The event takes place at the Artesia Horse Council Arena, indoors, 3402 S. 13th St. in Artesia. For more information contact Larissa Jackson at 575365-5733.

Roswell June 12 Courtney Patton at Pecos Flavors Winery

Way Way Off-Broadway Theatre Company presents their summer 2015 production of Les Misérables at Eastern New Mexico - University Roswell’s Performing Arts Center. Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at showtix4u.com in advance and can also be purchased at the door the days of performances. Tickets are already selling so make sure and don’t miss your chance to see some amazing talent from Roswell and the surrounding area as they perform one of the most beloved musicals of all time. For more information check their webpage at waywayoffbroadway.com.

Event schedule: Friday, June 12, kicks off with a warm up race. Books open at 3 p.m., exhibits are open 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. First races start at 7 p.m. for 8 and under, 14 and under youth 4D, $500 added open 4D with 50 and over senior 3D Incentive. Saturday, June 13, books open at 8:30 a.m. Exhibitions are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Races start at 1 p.m with 8 and under 3D followed by 14 and under youth 4D, open 4D with 50 and over senior 3D Incentive. Big drag after runner number 50. Sunday, June 14, with books opening at 10 a.m., exhibits open from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and at noon the first Team Barrel Race will take place. The event is free for spectators and takes place at the Artesia Horse Council Arena, indoors, 3402 S. 13th St. in Artesia. For more information contact Larissa Jackson at 575365-5733.

Americana/Country singer and songwriter Courtney Patton is performing at 7-10 p.m. at Pecos Flavors Winery on 305 N. Main St. Entry is $10 per person. Patton is a welcome discovery for listeners with her sweet, soulful, and subtle approach to classic country music. She played with the likes of Mike McClure, The Trishas, and Jason Eady. For more information and reservations call Pecos Flavors Winery at 575-6265. Artesia June 12-14 Fourth annual Smokin’ Spurs Fast & Furious Barrel Race and first Team Barrel Race Event schedule: Friday, June 12 kicks off with a warm up race. Books open at 3 p.m., exhibits are open from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. First races start at 7 p.m. for 8 and under, 14 and under youth 4D, $500 added open 4D with 50 and over senior 3D Incentive. On Saturday, June 13, books open at 8:30 a.m. Exhibitions are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Races start at 1 p.m with 8 and under 3D followed by 14 and under youth 4D, open 4D with 50 and over senior 3D Incentive. Big drag after runner #50. Last day is Sunday, June 14, with books opening at 10 a.m.,

Roswell June 12-14, June 19-21 Les Misérables

Ruidoso - Alto June 12-13 Dali’ Ballet Company’s “Momentary Lapse of Reason” at the Spencer Theater The Spencer Theater presents: Original contemporary dance spectacular featuring the music and lighting of Pink Floyd’s progressive rock masterpiece. Proceeds benefit the Dali’ Ballet Company. Performances are Friday, June 12 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 13 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Cost is $35. For more information or to get tickets check spencertheater.com.

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In partnership with the New Mexico Music commission, Lincoln Historic Site will host a concert of traditional western music by Jim Jones (Cowboy Way) at the amphitheater, next to the Visitor Center, from 11 a.m. to noon. From noon to 1 p.m. Lincoln staff will talk about the colorful history of Lincoln. From 1 to 2 p.m. modern western music will be performed by the Flying J Wranglers in a second concert in the amphitheater. There will be food vendors on site. The event is free. Call 653-4025 for more information.

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Calendar Roswell June 13 MainStreet Roswell Presents Free Summer Movies Dolphin Tale 2 shows at Cielo Grande Recreation Area. All movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.) There is no seating, please bring chairs and blankets. There will be concessions available, or viewers can bring their own food and soft drinks. This is an alcohol, pet and smoke free event. Bug spray is recommended. Movies are subject to change. If there is inclement weather, the movie might be cancelled or postponed. Partner is the City of Roswell Parks and Recreation Department and many other sponsors. To stay updated on movie status follow MainStreet Roswell on Facebook or Twitter, check mainstreetroswell.org or call 575-914-8018. Roswell June 13 Unity Center presents PALISADES The Unity Center at 108 E. Bland St. present the Group PALISADES. By teaming up with producer Cameron Mizell at Chanbo Studios, PALISADES has taken full advantage of the solid foundation built with the EP and used it as a launch pad to take it to the next level. The band was joined in the studio by Andy from Crown the Empire, Chris from Like Moths To Flames and Tyler Carter of Issues who lent guest vocals to the new album. Also performing is Grace the Ocean, Youth in Revolt, Crafting The Conspiracy, the new group Aflame from Las Cruces and more. Doors open at 5 p.m. More details and updates are available on their Facebook page.

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Join Michael Hurd and staff for an in-depth 5-day workshop to improve your ability to draw and learn techniques in watercolor. This is for beginners or experienced students. For more information and reservations call 1-800-6586912 or email info@hurdlegacyworkshops.com. Roswell June 15 Calling All Artists! The Roswell Fine Arts League, RFAL/NM, Miniature Arts Society 32nd Annual Juried Art Show and Competition will be held August 13-23 at the Roswell Museum and Art Center. The league is accepting entries until June 15. The event will be open to artists from all 50 states and to all RFAL members wherever they live (also outside the U.S.). The art show is open to all mediums in the categories of 3-D, standard 2-D, photography/digital and miniatures. For a prospectus and entry form, send a SASE to RFAL/NMMAS, Box 2928, Roswell, NM 88202, download from rfal.org, email phathittle@hotmail.com, call 575-622-4985 or stop by The Gallery’s new location at Main Street Arts, 223 N. Main St. Local students can pick up a prospectus at The Gallery at Main Street Arts for a special exhibit of their work. No entry fee for students. Roswell June 15-19-20 Children’s Summer Art Classes at the Roswell Museum and Art Center There are several classes for kids of all ages, beginners and up. From clay to multimedia arts. Kids 6-8 years, beginners and up. The Roswell Museum and Art Center is located at 100 W. 11 St. For further in-

Roswell June 17 Red River Songwriters at the Liberty

June 19 Roswell Jerry West — The Alchemy of Memory

For members of the Liberty and their guests only. Drew Kennedy, Josh Grider, Walt Wilkins, Brandy Zdan, Kelley Mcwee and Susan Gibson are performing from 8-10:30 p.m. This is an adult only event. For more information call 575-627-2121. The Liberty is located on 312 N. Virginia Ave.

The Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art presents Jerry West: The Alchemy of Memory, which is the long-awaited retrospective of one of New Mexico’s most prominent artists. From 5 - 7 p.m. join the artist for a mini-exhibition of works not previously shown in Roswell, followed by a Book signing, a reception for the artist and a video presentation. Music by Joe West. For more information or to reserve a book, call 575623-5600. The Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art is located at 409 E. College Blvd.

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Friday June 5

On Tour

Award-winning New Mexico children’s musician Andy Mason brings his educational interactive and fun musical performance to Roswell, southern New Mexico and West Texas in June. His repertoire is in English and Spanish and includes music for all ages. His music is played on radio stations around the world including the newest children’s radio station “Funky Kids” in Australia. Mason’s music was nominated this year for a New Mexico Music Award. It is his third nomination. Mason currently performs regularly in 15 local preschools in Eastern New Mexico and Texas. Mason tours throughout the Southwest every summer visiting libraries in New Mexico, Texas, Colorado and Wyoming. Mason has toured in the United Kingdom and Iceland. Mason is going to perform June 4 at the Hobbs Library, on June 5 he will be at Peppers Bar and Grill. Mason’s family-friendly music keeps the attention of children and adults alike. For more information contact him at 575-693-9641, or check his tour dates at bandsintown.com. His webpage has has more information about his program to educate children. formation and to sign up, call 575-624-6744. Roswell June 17 My Land is the Southwest Join Roswell Museum and Art Center Exhibits Technician Brittany Porter from the Hubbard Museum as she discusses New Mexico artists Peter and Henriette Wyeth Hurd’s artistic style and their contributions to Southwest art and landscape. The event will be at the Roswell Muse-

um and Art Center, 100 W. 11 St., from 1 to 2 p.m. The lecture is free to the public. For more information call 575-624-6744 or check roswellmuseum. org.

The Artesia Arts Council presents “Back to the Future II” as part of their Summer Movie Thursdays. Movies start at sundown. Free admission, popcorn provided. Guests are asked to bring soft drinks and chairs. Movies are provided by Artesia Public Library. Heritage Walkway, 320 W. Main St. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 575-746-4212.

Roswell June 19 Western Invasion Tour The Western Invasion tour features metal bands from El Paso, Texas, Ocean Lies Ahead, Within Patterns, and more at The Unity Center at 108 E. Bland St. Doors open at 5 p.m. More details and updates are available on their Facebook page.

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Culture

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He remembers the first piece he made was a tiny metal flower. Goode recently participated in the 2015 Soup ‘n Bowl event benefiting the Remembering Roswell public art component of the Reischman Park renovation. Goode’s art covers a wide variety of subjects. He also embraces modern technology, adding his art to everyday items. Samples can be seen on his Facebook page “Southeastern Magic By Bobby Goode” and by visiting society6.com.

Artist Bobby Goode is at The Gallery By Christina Stock Vision Editor

aster photographer, metal worker and wood turner, Bobby Goode, is the featured artist for the month of June at The Gallery. A third generation welder, Bobby Goode has been perfecting his trade since he was six years old. Bobby is a renowned metal artist who has expanded his art genres to include wood turning and photography. A soft-spo-

Artist’s reception and exhibition will take place at The Gallery from 1-2 p.m. The Gallery is located at Main

ken man, Bobby is more about doing than talking about what he is creating. Often, he will complete a piece of work that showcases skills and surprises his audience. Goode first started producing metal art using the scraps he found around his family’s shop at Goode’s Welding, 926 E. McGaffey St., first established by his grandfather in 1951.

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Culture

Photos Christina Stock Advanced Student Estrella Chacon is practising at S.O.Y. Mariachi

S.O.Y. Mariachi Music is Saving Our Youth By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he Save Our Youth organization, abbreviated to S.O.Y., which means “I am” in Spanish, is a scholarship-based music program that encourages children from the age five to 18 to learn to play an instrument and to sing the traditional tunes of Mariachi. Mariachi’s history and origin is entwined in legend, from university students in Cortez times performing at marriages to earn money for their study in Madrid, to the platform on which the Mexican performers would sing and play the songs of courtship at a time, when men and women were strictly kept apart.

Although the roots of Mariachi go back more than 100 years, its popularity began in the 1930s starting in Jalisco, Mexico, with more modern tunes that we know today as mariachi and who belong to the New Mexican heritage just as much as roasted green chile. Founder of Roswell’s S.O.Y. Mariachi R.G. “Bobby” Villegas is proud of his seven teachers. Some have been with S.O.Y. for now 19 years, teaching generations not only music, but a way of life. Their mariachi program is meant to help today’s youth and to encourage the six pillars of Character Counts adopted in Roswell’s School system. S.O.Y. Mariachi is not a school sponsored

program, but they do follow the basic rules and guidelines with a zero tolerance policy for discipline in order to support the youth in a professional and caring way. The free classes that are taught cover traditional mariachi instruments, including violins, trumpets, guitars, vihuela and guitarron. If the child can’t afford an instrument, one will be provided. Each child receives also voice training. All teacher give their services completely free, not only for the students but also for their parents, if they want to join their kids. Anybody who is interested, does not need any prior knowledge, there are beginner classes in

how to read notes, to how to properly hold the instrument, to tune it and how to identify, if a note is off. Villegas said, that the children get their first experience by performing at local events and restaurants. Per example Los Cerritos, who have been very supportive of the program. There is a local fee when the group performs for weddings, quinceaneras and other occasions. The monies donated for their performance is then divided by the students and that money goes to their scholarship fund. When a student learns 20-25 songs, they become members of the performing group and are eligible for the scholarship program. The children come from all kinds of different backgrounds, which actually belongs to the S.O.Y. mariachi mission statement. Their goal is to establish within the community, without regard to ethnicity or gender, a positive

S.O.Y. Mariachi Advanced Class

cultural arts program and multicultural youth role models, who can demonstrate unity, discipline, commitment, inter-age cooperation and the desire to learn. S.O.Y. Mariachi is encouraging visitors to come by on their practice days Tuesdays and Thursdays between 5:30 and 7 p.m. Visitors can walk from one room where a kid is taught how to identify higher and lower notes and to sit and listen to the

advanced class. There are always parents, siblings and other guests enjoying the classes and rehearsals. S.O.Y. Mariachi is located at 1120 S. Grand Ave. For more information call 6252886.

Derek Palacios and Raelynn Romero are part of the advanced class at S.O.Y. Mariachi. Parents and friends are welcome guests during practise.

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Annual UFO-Festival Readers Contest for Emerging Writer 2015 Sixty-eight years ago Roswell was catapulted into a new era that would put the remote Air Force town and the Roswell Daily Record into the headlines worldwide. Since 1947 stories were written, movies and TV series produced. In honor of those early journalists and creative writers, we are calling all emerging writers to submit their best alien, extraterrestial, cosmicon, steampunk- or UFO-themed story.

Categories Creative: Only your imagination is the limit. First Encounter: You really saw a UFO? You were abducted? Tell us all about it. Only in Roswell: Tell us about passed UFO Festivals, Cosmicon or Filmfestivals. Encounters with tourists, artists, stars. Anything goes. Age-groups: 10-15, 15-21, 21-10,000 From every age group, one winner is going to be chosen by the staff and reporters of the Roswell Daily Record. The three winning stories will be published in the upcoming Vision Magazine covering our UFO Festival, Cosmicon and Filmfestival. Story details: Between 300 and 1,000 word count. The story must be original and never published. Do not make our staff and reporter blush; No indecent or racist stories. Handwritten is only permitted if you write in blockletters. The published story will not be edited, only checked for grammar and typos. If you have a picture to go with your story, please mention it. Deadline: June 18, 2015. Send or bring in your story:

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‘Cactus Dancer’ By Barbara Latham, Part 2

From the Vault

Roswell Museum and Art Center By Sara Woodbury RMAC Curator of Collections and Exhibitions

ast month, I began describing a group of mystery works at the Roswell Museum, a trio of prints and a watercolor collectively called Untitled, but now known as “Cactus Dancer.” Today, I’ll conclude this story by telling you about the research I recently did on these pieces. Like many American artists, Barbara Latham donated her personal papers to the Archives of American Art in Washington, D.C., which is the largest collection of primary resources dedicated to the history of the visual arts in the United States. Many of these documents, moreover, have been converted to microfilm, so any library with a working microfilm reader can request documents from the archives. When I learned that Latham’s papers were available on microfilm, I had the Roswell Public Library request the documents so that I could peruse them. It was while I was going through this microfilm that I learned about a print called “Cactus Dancer.” I found an exhibit announcement from the 1950s that featured an image of the untitled print in the RMAC vault. I recognized it immediately, and read the

announcement in order to learn more about the print. Aside from uncovering the piece’s true name, “Cactus Dancer,” I learned that the print wasn’t actually a lithograph as had been described in the database, but a block print combined with stenciling. Additionally, it was exhibited publicly in Santa Fe at the Museum of New Mexico Art Gallery in 1954 — now the New Mexico Museum of Art. It was shown there as part of an exhibit on graphic arts, and even received honors in the color print category, suggesting that it was critically admired at the time. When I returned to the museum, I decided to pull out the “Cactus Dancer” works to see for myself whether they really were block prints with stenciling. Printmaking essentially involves pressing an inked surface onto a piece of paper to transfer an image, but each printmaking technique leaves a different kind of impression, or indentation, on the paper. Lithographs generally don’t leave indentations, because the paper is being pressed against a smooth, flat, stone. Block prints, by contrast, are created by carving out a design from materials such as wood or linoleum, which leaves a raised surface. This raised surface then presses into the paper during printing, leaving an inden-

tation. One way to distinguish a block print from other printmaking techniques, is to see whether there are any raised surfaces on the back of the paper that mirror the actual design on the front. When I checked “Cactus Dancer,” I saw these raised surfaces immediately, so I knew it was a block print, as the announcement had said. Taking a closer look at the layers of ink, I also saw that six different colors were used for the block print: light brown, light pink, dark pink, green, dark brown, and black. These colors overlapped one another, which indicates that Latham printed her work in stages, with each new color adding depth and visual interest. Evidence of block printing, however, wasn’t the only thing I was trying to detect. The lacy blue border surrounding the cactus skeleton and its cast shadows was achieved through a different process called stenciling. Stenciling is a relative of block printing, but instead of carving out deep gouges in wood or linoleum, you take a piece of stencil paper or similar material and cut away the areas you want filled with ink. You then place the stencil over the area you wish to print, apply ink to it with a sponge or other tool, remove the stencil, and voila! You’ve printed your design, and are

Photo courtesy Roswell Museum and Art Center ready to begin again. Taking another look at “Cactus Dancer,” I observed four different lace patterns, which implies that Latham used at least four different stencils for the work. I also noticed that the stencils overlapped in several areas, which suggests that Latham probably worked in sections, moving each stencil around the piece

to create the finished work. No wonder “Cactus Dancer” received honors. It was a complicated print to make, from its initial design to the alignment of its different sections. Like much of Latham’s work, “Cactus Dancer” underscores her technical prowess as an artist, and while there are still many things we don’t know

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about these particular works, we can nonetheless appreciate these prints for their visual complexity. “Cactus Dancer” required a great deal of planning, time, and patience to execute, an effort that merits admiration.

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UFOlogy

Shared markings on two UFOs: important implications

Looking Up

n April 30, 1964 a strange a i r b o r n e object landed at Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo, New Mexico, setting down in the desert north of the base proper. We know this because a teenage shortwave listener in town heard the radio exchange between Holloman ground control and a B-57 pilot flying a routine mission in the area. The pilot first reported a whitish, eggshaped object, then followed up by saying it was on the ground. Someone was heard ordering a photo crew to stand by, and then

By Donald Burleson

radio silence ensued, a cloak of secrecy. The teenage boy went to the local media with an account of what he had heard, and although military officials promptly denied that anything of the sort had happened, the news did spread sufficiently to arouse the interest of UFO investigator Coral Lorenzen, who fortunately interviewed crucial witnesses before the authorities got to them with threats to keep silent. If not for Coral and her determination to get at the truth, we might now know little or nothing at all about the matter.

As it happens, though, one of her witnesses testified that when Holloman ground control asked the pilot whether the object he saw had any markings on it, he replied, “Same as Socorro.” And in my view this is an exceedingly important revelation. The pilot’s remark refers to another wellknown UFO landing incident that happened on April 24, 1964, just six days before Holloman and about ninety miles away to the northwest. On that date Socorro police patrolman Lonnie Zamora saw a white, oval object on

the ground in an arroyo just south of town, with diminutive figures standing near it. Before long, the object lofted noisily and flew away down the arroyo and out of sight, but not before Zamora noted that it bore a red insignia on its surface, about eighteen inches high, looking like an inverted “V” on top of three horizontal lines. Government and military officials persuaded Zamora not to speak further about the symbol, and arranged to publish an alternative version of it (an arch with a kind of crow’s foot and horizontal line beneath) to

be able to distinguish between “copycat” reports and possible further genuine reports. But one can be sure that military pilots in the area were given a classified briefing on the real insignia and told to watch out for any reappearances, hence the Holloman pilot’s remark about the insignia on his observed object being the “same as Socorro.” This commonality of the markings has powerful implications. I doubt that the Socorro and Holloman UFOs were the same object, because Zamora’s was about the size of a car, while one gathers that

the Holloman object was larger. But at the very least the two objects quite likely had the same origin, wherever and whatever that might be. And since there is powerful evidence that the Socorro object was extraterrestrial, it follows that the Holloman object was equally likely to have come from the Great Outside.

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