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For advertising information, call 622-7710 Correspondence: Vision Magazine welcomes correspondence, constructive criticism and suggestions for future topics. Mail correspondence to Vision Magazine, P.O. Drawer 1897, Roswell, N.M. 88202-1897 or vision@rdrnews.com Submissions: Call 622-7710, ext. 309, for writers’ guidelines. Vision Magazine is not responsible for loss or damage to unsolicited materials. Vision Magazine is published twice a month at 2301 N. Main St., Roswell, N.M. The contents of the publication are Copyright 2016 by the Roswell Daily Record and may not be reprinted in whole or part without written permission of the publisher. All rights reserved. One copy of each edition is provided to 13,000 weekday subscribers to the Roswell Daily Record in the first and third Friday newspaper of each month. An additional 3,000 to 5,000 copies are made available free of charge to county residents and visitors and select site newsstands, and direct mailed to non-subscribers in the retail trade zone. Subscriptions are available by mail for $2 a month or free through subscription to the Roswell Daily Record. The Roswell Daily Record and Vision Magazine are represented nationally by Paper Companies Inc.

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Thursday, March 3, 2016 Volume 21, Issue 5

UFOlogy Looking Up

Art by Josie Powell, 8th grade, Berrendo Middle School

Submitted Photo Jus Rope’n Kreations Paul and Jane Nevarez horseshoe cross with metal rose.

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Annual Artfaire The first art and crafts show of the year promises something for everybody. By Christina Stock Vision Editor

pring is in the air and how much better to start the season than with finding that special decorative and functional item missing in one’s home or garden. Time to get out and come to the Roswell Convention and Civic Center, 912 N. Main St., for the annual Artfaire that takes place on March 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on March 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $1 and children under 12 years old may enter for free. The event includes a silent auction to benefit Embrace Inc., the

non-profit organization that provides guidance programs for youths which includes events at the Unity Center, youth outreach programs for teenagers. Embrace Inc. supports also the Roadrunner Food Bank, local elementary schools and the car seat program “Safer New Mexico.” All items in the silent auction are donated by the artists for the cause. The organizers of the Artfaire are Jane and Paul Nevarez. They have been artists for 19 years. Their specialty are horse shoe wind chimes, horse shoe crosses and rope clocks. “Last year we

had 35 vendors,” said Jane Nevarez. “We hope for more this year.” Every item in this fair is made in the U.S. Most artists are also the vendors and come from New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma. “There will be something for everybody, we have a large array of artists and even Native American jewelry,” said Nevarez. “Chef Toddzilla is going to cater inside and we have also other food vendors.” One of the artists is Kelly Allen from Carlsbad. He makes birdhouses out of colorful license plates and is going to demonstrate how to make them. This art show is also one of the few that jewelry maker Pat Lilley attends. Her timeless pieces of jewelry present the colors of the Southwest with light and modern designs. Some of the arts and crafts which will be available for sale at the Artfaire will be edible, such as candy, baked goods, soup and spice mixes, others are clothes, jewelry, woodworking, pottery and pine needle baskets. For more information about the Artfaire call 575-208-2864.

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Submitted Photos Top: The Yarbrough Band in Concert. Bottom right: Bogle Ltd. Co. Sign in Dexter

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Denim & Diamonds bash rides into town

The dinner and dance benefits the Historical Foundation for Southeast New Mexico. By Christina Stock Vision Editor nce a year the Historical Foundation for Southeast New Mexico invites the public for its “Denim & Diamonds” event on March 18 at 6 p.m. at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center, 912 N. Main St. “This is our only event to raise funds,” said organizer Bonnie Montgomery. “We are so excited. The Yarbrough Band is going to perform again. It (the band) is a family out of Las Cruces. They have been so popular and entertain us every year.” Catering will be provided by Peppers Grill & Bar and there will be a cash bar. Reservations are required. Individual tickets are

$75. A table for eight can be reserved for $600. Seating is limited, so don’t hesitate. The Historical Foundation of Southeast New Mexico is located at 200 N. Lea Ave. For more information, call 910-1303 or visit hfsenm.com. This year is going to be Montgomery’s last year of organizing the event. <z186667>The Historical Foundation for Southeast New Mexico was incorporated in 1978, originally as Chaves County Historical Foundation. <z186667>From the beginning, the sole purpose of the HFSENM has been to receive and administer property and funds exclusively for

educational and charitable purposes and to make distributions for the operation, maintenance, and preservation of the Historical Center for Southeast New Mexico. “We support the museum and building up the archives,” said Montgomery. “The archives are updated into the digital age to be able to easier search.” Each year, the Historical Foundation for Southeast New Mexico honors a family in Chaves County whose history is tied to agriculture. This year they have chosen the Bogles for this esteemed honor. The Bogles own and operate Bogle Farms Ltd. on Cherokee Road in Dexter.

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“They were stewards of the land and left it better than it was,” said Montgomery. During the event, a historical tribute to Bogle Farms will be presented. It will share about the fascinating history of this family that has brought so much to the community. The story is a true American tale of hardship and strength. The Bogles’ story is one of pioneers; brave men and women whose roots go back to Scotland and colonial Pennsylvania. The Bogles came to New Mexico and Arizona when, in 1918, 21-yearold Hal Bogle relocated to a drier climate due to a diagnosis of tuberculoses. With an uncanny wit,

will and ability to trade honestly with hardened cattlemen, Bogle traveled back home to Tennessee until recurring tuberculosis forced him to remain in a dry climate. He found a wife and brought his young fa m ily to Ro swe ll in 1919. Shortly thereafter they moved to Dexter and, in 1931, moved to the Felix Ranch. This became Hal Bogle’s personal and legal residence for the rest of his life. The family stood firm, through drought and the Great Depression. They managed to feed the family and help others. When times became better, they expanded their family and their ranches. In 1947, the Bogles bought the Turkey Track Ranch, which was part of the Old Diamond A Ranch. The Turkey Track Ranch has a famous history with former owners cattle baron John Chisum and Cap Mossman. The Corona Ranch in Lincoln County was purchased next.This is where it is believed that Billy the Kid spent most of his life. Additionally, the Bogles started the Ranch Remuda to breed h o rse s. In 1972, th e Bogle family was introduced into the world of horse racing with their horse Jet Twist Deck. Hal Bogle was an example of hard work and dedication for his family. He taught them that any business deal should be profitable to both sides, with one qualification: any experienced horse and mule trader is fair game. Hal Bogle was a builder, innovator, conservationist and an environmentalist. Respect for the land was his creed, he believed one should

always leave the land better than how it was found. His business lesson was very simple: “Don’t follow the crowd!” When everyone is selling — buy! When everyone wants to buy — sell!” He was what we now call a contrarian. Carrying on the family business now are partners Stuart, Donald, Scott, Aaron, Joe, Martin, Bridgette and Beverly. Eldest of the five is Mary Lynn, consulting the family on business legal matters and a few personal matters. Bogle Limited was selected as the 19992000 American Quarter Horse Association Best Remuda recipient. Donald and his wife Terry Bogle started “Reins for Life” — a riding therapy program out of Dexter. “Reins For Life” has been serving the disabled in southeastern New Mexico for 20 years. Hal Bogle had a lasting impression on his family. And to this day, three generations of the Bogles are still good stewards of the land.

Calendar Ongoing Events Roswell Every first Wednesday of the month Pecos Valley Quilting Guild business meeting The meeting is at 10 a.m. at the Roswell Adult Center in room #22. PVQG offer classes, the block of the month, and they make quilts from the heart. Visitors are always welcome. For more information call Sue Carter 575-624-1854. Roswell Every first Thursday of the month Meeting of the Sand Diver Scuba Club at 6:30 p.m.

Roswell

Every third Tuesday of the month

Every Week, Mon

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 Every Wednesday — all season Men’s Senior Golf tournament

The location changes. For details call the Scuba Shop at 575-973-8773 or visit scubashoproswell. com.

The tournament takes place in the morning for Spring River Men’s Senior Golf at the Spring River Golf Course. Call the golf course at 575-622-9506 for additional information.

Roswell

Every first Friday of the month

Every second Wednesday of the month

Pecos Valley Steam Society Social

Roswell Woman’s Club Meeting

This group is not only for Steampunk fans. Everybody is invited, Goth, Cyber, Emu etc. No dress code. The meeting is usually at Stella Coffee Co., 315 N Main St. at 6 p.m. For more information follow them on Facebook.

The Roswell Woman’s Club usually meets at Los Cerritos Restaurant, 2103 N. Main St. at noon. The RWC support the community with scholarships and the arts. For more information about the club “like” their new Facebook page or call Rhonda Borque Johnson at 505-917-1292.

8 Ball Pool League Attention all pool players! Roswell Ball Busters is Roswell’s own local BCA sanctioned 8 ball pool league. They are accepting new teams. They play every Monday night at 7. 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 575650-2591 or email ballbusters@outlook.com. Roswell Every Week, Mon - Sat Lest We Forget: Roswell Army Airfield The Early Years This Walker Aviation Museum 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 Strength

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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

Roswell

Every Week, Thu

Every Week, Fri

Bingo at the Elks Lodge

Tina at El Toro Bravo

Doors open at 5 p.m. for dinner service. Games start at 6:30 p.m. Open for the public. 1720 N. Montana Ave. 575-6221560.

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 6229280.

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Games at Pair-A-Dice

Every Week - Thu

Pair-A-Dice game shack, located at 309 N. Main St., holds weekly gaming events. For more information, call 575623-4263, or email vbriseno@pairadicegameshack.com.

Dart Tournament at the Eagles

Ongoing March

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

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. Roswell Every Week, Thu T-Tones at El Toro Bravo The T-Tones play at El Toro Bravo at 102 S. Main St. from 6 - 8 p.m. For more information, call El Toro Bravo at 622-9280.

Open for the public. Just ring the bell and the members of the Pecos Valley Dart Association will let you in. 3201 S. Sunset Boulevard. For more information call Mike and Donna Ramey at 575-910-5895 or Leigh Humble at 575-627-7350 or visit roswelldarts.com or email roswelldarts@ roswelldarts.com. Roswell

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Art classes at The Gallery at Main Street Arts The Gallery at Main Street Arts, 223 N. Main St., is offering various classes and activities throughout the month of March. For more information, call 575-6255263 or 575-623-3213. Roswell Ongoing March

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Roswell Young rines Program

Every Week, Thu, Sat Live music at Cattleman’s Kountry Kitchen Tom Blake performs at Cattleman’s Kountry Kitchen, 2010 S. Main St., 575-208-0543.

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years of age and through the completion of high school. This youth will represent the best of Roswell’s youth and consists of eight weeks of bootcamp (only Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) after which the youth returns home with their parents until the following Saturday. The Mission of the Young Marines is to positively impact America’s future by providing quality youth development programs for boys and girls that nurtures and develops its members into responsible citizens who enjoy and promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.The Unit can only start when approved by its headquarters in Washington, D.C. The organizers are looking for an executive officer (2nd in command and also responsible for running the youth program), adjutant (an officer who acts as an administrative assistant to a senior officer), an unit parent liaison (facilitates parent-program trust and communication, also fosters to community and media relations), pay master (calculate, key, total and balanced substitute and handle voluntary and involuntary deductions) and drill instructors (a non-

commissioned officer, responsible for giving recruits their basic training). Interested parties do not have to be veterans and veterans do not have to be Marine to apply. The program is involved in honoring our nations veterans and helping out with community events. For more information email BXCsg@yahoo.com, attention Sergio Gonzalez, Unit Commander or visit youngmarines.com. Roswell Ongoing until March 18 Chaves County Senior Olympic Local Game Registration Cost per athlete (age 50+ by Dec. 31, 2016) is $10. Each athlete may participate in 10 sports on the local level. Sports offered are: air gun, archery, badminton, basketball, bowling, cycling, dance, disc golf, 8 ball pool, track & field, golf, horseshoes, huachas, pickleball, frisbee distance and accuracy, race walk, racquetball, road race, shuffleboard, soccer kick, softball throw, swimming, table tennis and tennis. Athletes must compete at the local level to qualify for the state games. The state games will be held in Roswell on July 13-16. For a com-

plete listing of events and registration forms come by 807 North Missouri Ave. or visit roswell-nm.gov. For more information call Sara at 624-6719. Roswell Ongoing until March 31 Feed the Seniors From Feb. 15 until March 31 Comfort Keepers partners with businesses in town for a food-drive. There will be boxes to drop off non-perishable food donations to help stop senior hunger. In conjunction, Comfort Keepers, the Chaves County J.O.Y. Center and Main Street Arts will be selling paper shopping bags for $10 to be decorated and filled with non-perishable food. For more information about the program or to become active, call Comfort Keepers at 575-9999 or the J.O.Y. Center at 575-623-4866. Artesia Ongoing until April 9 “ReDress: Upcycled Style by Nancy Judd” Now showing at the Artesia Historical Museum and Art Center: A collection of high-fashion outfits made entirely from recycled materials. The Artesia Historical Museum and Art Center is

luxury recliners in all theaters! 4501 N. Main Roswell, NM 88202 Movie Hotline (575) 623-1010

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located at 505 W. Richardson Ave. For more information visit artesianm.gov or call 575748-2390.

Calendar Roswell March 3 Concert at the Unity Center Shattard Sun, Darkness Divided, Amy’s not Breathing, Undoing Ruin and So it Begins perform at the Unity Center at 6 p.m. The Unity Center is located at 108 E. Bland St. San Antonio quartet DARKNESS DIVIDED are not your typical metalcore act, blending elements of past and present American heavy metal against the anthem-loving, sing-along roots of hardcore, while keeping true to their spiritual conviction. The thunderous attack of razor sharp riffs alongside a crushing rhythmic backbone prove this band is a tour-de-force newcomer to the metal landscape. For more information visit their event page on Facebook. Roswell March 4 Live entertainment at Pecos Flavors Winery Jacob Furr entertains for an evening of folk and rock at Pecos Flavors Winery, 113 E. Third St. at 6 p.m. Ticket is $5. For reservations and information call 575-6276265.

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March 5

Seussical The Musical

Bowl For Kid’s Sake

Way Way Off Broadway Theatre Company presents “Seussical The Musical” with Friday and Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday performances at 2:30 p.m. at the Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available at the door or online at waywayoffbroadway. com or by calling 575317-0157. Group tickets are available for groups of 10 or more. For more information, check them out on their website or find them on Facebook at WWWOBRoswell.

Form a bowling team to help raise funds for the Artesia Big Brothers Big Sisters program or be a corporate sponsor or donor. There will be lots of free bowling and prizes. The event is going to be held at Artesia Lanes, 1701 Tumbleweed Road. To register call 575-627.2227 or visit bbbssenm.org.

Alamogordo March 5 March Night Sky Program — Jupiter at Opposition The AAG’s telescopes will be featuring the planetary king of the solar system. Hear stories from ancient mythology to how studying Jupiter’s storms help us understand weather here on Earth. Jupiter will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. This is the best time to view and photograph Jupiter and its moons along with of the details in Jupiter’s cloud bands. If you own a good pair of binoculars, bring them along to see Jupiter’s four largest moons appearing as bright dots on either side of the planet. The event is held at the Oliver Lee Memorial state Park, 409 Dog Canyon Road from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Call 575-4378284 for reservations and details.

Artesia March 5 Terri Clark in concert Country star Terri Clark is going to perform at 7 p.m. at the Artesia Horse Council Arena. Clark is a true country music icon hailing from Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. Clark is a passionate, spirited entertainer and every bit her own woman. She’s an 8-time Canadian Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year has also taken home the CCMA Female Vocalist of the Year award five times. Her most recognizable hits include “Better Things To Do,” “Poor Poor Pitiful Me,” “Girls Lie Too” and “I Just Wanna Be Mad.” Tickets start at $45 and are available at artesiaartscouncil. com. For more information call 575-746-4212.

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Carlsbad March 5 Desert Sky Barrel Racing “The Thunder Run” Free admittance for onlookers at the Eddy County Sheriff’s Posse, 1601 E. Greene St. Carlsbad. This is DSBR’s Added Money JackPot Race Membership Drive. 4D Open - $ 1,200 Added Money and 1D Champion Buckle. 4D 12 & Youth $ 600 Added Money and 1D Champion Buckle. Books and expos open at 9 a.m. The race starts at 11 a.m. Members meeting held immediately following the end of the race. For more information visit their Facebook event page. Hobbs March 5 Frame Sale The Lea County Commission for the Arts is having a sale. A various assortment of frames, donated to LCCA will be on sale for low prices on Saturday, March 5th during regular hours, 10-4pm at the Center for the Arts in Downtown Hobbs. Custom and standard frames will be available in all shapes, sizes and colors. Frame prices range from $ 5 and up. Whether you’re an artist, photographer, interior designer or stay at home mom, just looking for the right frame for your home and/or business, come see what’s available at the Center for the Arts, 122 W. Broadway. Frames will be sold on a first-come/first serve basis. For more information, please contact the Center for the Arts at

575-397-ARTS anytime during regular business hours Tues.-Fri. (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.), Sat. (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.).

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The first arts & crafts show “Artfaire” of the year takes place on March 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on March 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Roswell Convention Center, 912 N. Main St. Local and national artists from Texas and Oklahoma are presenting their original work. There will be art for the entire family and also food booths. The event is catered by award-winning Chef Toddzilla. There will be also a silent auction benefiting EMBRACE, Inc. (Helping the unfortunate of Roswell). Every participating artist donates one of their art items with a value of at least $25 to the silent auction. Admission is $1, 12 years old and under are free. For more information or to sign up as a vendor call Paul or Jane at 575208-2864.

March 5 An Irish Festival Maciolek School of Dance presents “An Irish Festival” at 7 p.m. at Nelson Tydings Auditorium, 800 N. Jefferson St. Tickets are available at Maciolek School of Dance, 1849 N. Jefferson St., the Shoe Choo Train, 212 W. Bender St., and Center for the Arts, 122 W. Broadway Ave. All tickets general seating, $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For more information visit maciolekschoolofdance.com. Ruidoso March 5 Dr. Seuss Day at the Inn of the Mountain Gods You would not, could not, must not miss, a day filled with fun, just like this! Bring the whole family to Dr. Seuss day and enjoy: from 9-10 a.m. Breakfast including pancakes, green eggs and ham, apple juice and orange juice From 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Jumping balloons, an obstacle course and reading circles.Tickets are $ 7 and available at innofthemountaingods.com. And one last thing, don’t forget— bring a blanket or pillow on which you can sit! Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

March 5 - 6 Artfaire

Carlsbad March 6 O’Keeffe: Up Close and Faraway in 12 Paintings Deborah Blanche gives a Chautauqua performance about the life and art of Georgia O’Keeffe at 2 p.m. at the Carlsbad Museum and Art Center, 418 W. Fox St. For more information call 575-8870276 or visit cityofcarlsbadnm.com. Roswell March 8 Live entertainment at Pecos Flavors Winery Preapocalyptic blues Americana Band of

Brothers, Folk Family revival and the Cerny Brothers perform at Pecos Flavors Winery, 113 E. Third St. at 6 p.m. Ticket is $10. For reservations and information call 575-627-6265. Alamogordo March 11 White Sands Regional Airport Social Tour Participants will be able to mingle amongst the planes, speak with agency dispatchers and local officials. The tour is sponsored by Neptune Aviation and includes food and drinks. Other participants are the U.S. Forest Service Tanker Base, Multi-Agency Fire Dispatch and the Alamogordo Airport Advisory Board. R.S.V.P. is required at smwa-cloudcroft.com. Hobbs March 11-12 The Kicker Monster Truck Mania The Kicker Monster Truck Mania will be in Hobbs at the Lea County Event Center, 5101 N. Lovington Hwy. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $18. For more information or to purchase tickets visit stubwire. com. Roswell March 11 Live entertainment at Pecos Flavors Winery Join Larry Hooper for a night of folk/Americana music at Pecos Flavors Winery, 113 E. Third St. at 6 p.m. Ticket is $5. For reservations and information call 575-6276265.

Roswell March 11 Live entertainment at The Liberty Bart Crow Band with Flatland Calvary are going to perform at The Liberty Club, 312 N. Virginia Ave. This show is available to members and their guests only. For more information call 575-627-2121 or visit thelibertyinc.com. Artesia March 12 “Pint Sized Pirate” The Ocotillo Performing Arts Center presents “Pint Sized Pirate”. It is the story of a small pirate with big dreams. The “Pint Sized Pirate” goes on a quest to save the pirates who have been captured by a sea monster. This program is performed by the beginning theatre class. Ocotillo Performing Arts Center is located at 310 W. Main St. For tickets or more information visit artesiaartscouncil.com or call 575-746-4212.

dedicated to women in New Mexico’s history). The authors will have books on hand for sale after the presentation. The event takes place at 2 p.m. at the Carlsbad Museum and Art Center, 418 W. Fox St. For more information call 575-8870276 or visit cityofcarlsbadnm.com. Roswell March 12 Second Saturday at the Roswell Museum and Art Center Dietta Hitchcock teaches students in grades 3 through 12 about the art of colcha, a colorful New Mexico wool-onwool embroidery tradition that dates back to the Spanish colonial era. The class takes place at RMAC, 100 W. 11th St., from 10 a.m.-noon. For more details or to register, call Curator of Education Claudia Gonzalez at 575-624-6744, ext. 22. Registration opens two weeks before the session. Space is limited.

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Not another Irish dance show “Women of Ireland” Show comes to the Spencer Theater. By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he unique “Women of Ireland” Show at the Spencer Theater brings a company of 20 in a full-stage performance of Celtic music

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er of “Riverdance.” The theater is located at 108 Spencer Road in Alto, near Ruidoso. Tickets start at $39 and are now available by visiting spencertheater.com or calling 888-818-7872 or 575-336-4800. The Spencer Theater offers a 20 percent discount to all active military. Take a look on Saint Patrick’s Day around town and you will know that many Roswellians feel close to the Emerald Island and have strong roots to the country that took party time to an entire new level and introduced green beer, green rivers and lots of original music into the culture of the United States. While green beer might be

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overrated, the show that comes to the Spencer Theater on March 19 is certainly not. “Women of Ireland” is an innovative full stage concert production which showcases the next generation of Ireland’s leading female performers. This isn’t just another Irish dance show, it is a production which brings together all that is great about the traditions of music, song and dance in Ireland and is unique in the way these genres are intertwined with external influences to give rise to a kaleidoscopic entertainment experience. Layered with Celtic singing, dancing and fiddling, “Women of

Ireland,” named for the beloved traditional Irish tune “Mná na hÉireann,” is an enchanting journey into the land of St. Paddy. The fulsome production is also the only Irish and Celtic show in the world that incorporates daring, awe-inspiring feats of an aerialist choreographed to the show’s richly textured music. In this acclaimed production, three stunning Irish vocalists (Karen Tynan, Sarah Vaughan & Úna Pedreschi) will perform Irish classics like “Danny Boy” and “Carrickfergus” as well as contemporary favorites that sparkle with unique Irish and Celtic treatment in tunes like “You Raise Me Up” and “Let It Be.” Producer Eric Cunningham’s “Women of

Ireland” brings together a stellar cast representing Ireland with pride. Several in this mix of talents previously appeared in “Riverdance,” Michael Flatley’s “Lord of the Dance” and “Celtic Woman.” The show’s creative team has entertained royalty and dignitaries throughout the world; at the White House, the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Radio City Music Hall, and venues such as the Beijing and Sydney Opera Houses.

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There is magic in country

Terri Clark, a true country music icon comes to Artesia for her only concert in New Mexico. By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he Artesia Arts Council has a special treat for New Mexico and tickets will be sold out fast. Canadian/American country legend Terri Clark is going to perform at the Artesia Horse Council Arena on March 5 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45, VIP tickets are $125 and includes entrance into the main concert as well as a private acoustic concert and a meet and greet with Terri Clark immediately following the main event. Tickets are available at artesiaartscouncil.com. Clark’s mother taught her the first three chords on the guitar when she was just a lit-

tle kid and the rest is history. Originally from Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, Clark got her start playing for tips at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, a honky-tonk bar across the alley from Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. She signed with Mercury Records and emerged as a distinctive voice on the country music landscape – driving, passionate, spirited – and every bit her own woman. The 8-time Canadian Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year has also taken home the CCMA Female Vocalist of the Year award five times. She has made her mark on radio with more than 20 singles,

including six number ones in Canada and the USA – hits such as “Better Things To Do,” “Poor Poor Pitiful Me,” “Girls Lie Too,” and “I Just Wanna Be Mad.” Clark has sold over five million albums and achieved Gold, Platinum, Double Platinum, and Triple Platinum status as certified by the Canadian Recording Industry Association and the Recording Industry Association of America. Clark is a dynamic, no-holdsbarred live performer and one of the rare female country artists capable of throwing down some impressive guitar work and has toured with such superstars as Brad Paisley,

cians On Call for our Veterans was one of the most gratifying and joyful experiences I’ve had in my life as a musician,” said Clark. “It’s easy to take for granted what we enjoy and do every day, but moments like these are what it’s really all about. The universal language and a magical moment in time.” Clark is going to bring some of that magic to Artesia. She is going to perform some of her hits including new songs from her latest album, “Some Songs,” which is available now on iTunes and at terriclark.com.

Toby Keith, Brooks & Dunn, Reba McEntire, and George Strait. She has collaborated with the likes of McEntire, Vince Gill, Allison Krauss, Dierks Bentley, Martina McBride, and Jann Arden. Clark also has the honor of being the only Canadian female artist to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Clark has dual citizenship (Canadian and American) and lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Next to her busy life of a musician she is also active in giving back. She is part of the organization Musicians On Call and performed for Veterans at the Nashville VA hospital just recently. Clark serenaded Veterans with her hits including “Now That I Found You” and “No Fear” at MOC’s Bedside Performance Program in January, where volunteer musicians across the country have delivered the healing power of music to nearly half a million patients, families and caregivers. “Being a part of Musi-

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Roswell March 12 “Meat and Greet” with the Sons of the Pioneers and Roy Rogers Jr. A special barbecue dinner takes place the evening before the concert at Cattleman’s Kountry Kitchen, 2010 S. Main St. Tickets are $50 per person, $90 per couple. This price does not include the concert on March 13. For more information call 575-622-8333 or visit mainstreetroswell.org. Ruidoso/Alto March 12 Jack Ingram in Concert Good lovin’ summertime anthems and country ballads are the centerpiece of Texas singer/ songwriter Jack Ingram’s music, marking him as one of the “next generation” to fill the boots of Lone Star legends like Willie and Waylon. With great vocals and hard-hitting lyrics, his swimming hole party tune “Barefoot & Crazy” is a remarkable crowd

pleaser, as is his knockdown “Barbie Doll,” both distinctly different in spirit, but true to Ingram’s honky tonk country vibe. So is Ingram’s wonderfully breezy and uplifting “Free,” his inspiring, head-bopping “That’s A Man,” his textured “Seeing Stars,” and his satisfying ballad “Not Giving Up On Me.” Additional country favorites and Top 40 hit recordings are “Love You,” “Measure of a Man,” “Maybe She’ll Get Lonely,” and his first tune to reach #1 on the Billboard charts, “Wherever You Are.” The Spencer Theater is located at 108 Spencer Rd., Alto. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $32. The theater offers a 20% discount to all active military. For more information or reservation call 888-818-7872 or 575-336-4800 or visit spencertheater.com. Ruidoso March 12 Shinedown in Concert The hard rock band Shinedown from Jacksonville, Florida is going to perform at the Inn of the Mountain Gods. Formed in 2001 this band has released five

albums: Leave a Whisper (2003), Us and Them (2005), The Sound of Madness (2008), Amaryllis (2012), and Threat to Survival (2015). Their latest single, “State Of My Head,” from their album “Threat To Survival” is climbing to the top 10 on mainstream rock outlets. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $30. The Inn of the Mountain Gods is located at 287 Carrizozo Canyon Rd. For tickets and more information call 800-5459011 or visit innofthemountaingods.com. Roswell March 13 Sons of the Pioneers Concert The Sons of the Pioneers Concert featuring special guest, Roy “Dusty” Rogers Jr. will take place at 2 p.m. at the Pueblo Auditorium, 300 N. Kentucky Ave. For more information call the Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico at 575-6228333. Alamogordo March 15 State Street Ballet Presents “Carmen” Inspired by Georgees Bizet’s blazingly popular score, this original full length production has dazzled audiences from coast to coast and around the world. It retells the tale of the magnetically beautiful gypsy and her desperate over in a contemporary ballet style that weaves together both classical and modern influences. A true tour-de-force of theatrical drama. The event takes place at 7 p.m. at the Flickinger Center, 1110 New York Ave. Tick-

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ets start at $20. For more information visit flickingercenter.com or call 575-437-2202. Carlsbad March 15 Carlsbad Concerts Live! presents Svetlana Smolina

information visit roswellmuseum.org or call 575-624-6744. Ruidoso March 18 Randy Houser in concert

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American country singer, Randy Houser, is going to perform at the Inn of the Mountain Gods. While singer-songwriter, Randy Houser, has written numerous hits for artists over the years including “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” by Tace Adkins and “Back That Thing Up” by Justin Moore. Recently, he saw three consecutive number one hits including, “How Country Feels,” “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight” and “Goodnight Kiss.” The star has been nominated for several awards including CMA’s New Artist of the Year, Music Video of the Year and “Song of the Year.” The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $30. The Inn of the Mountain Gods is located at 287 Carrizozo Canyon Rd. For tickets and more information call 800-545-9011 or visit innofthemountaingods. com.

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The Roswell Museum and Art Center hosts the event at 5:30 p.m., 100 W. 11th St. For more than five decades, artist Signe Stuart has been investigating the dynamic between material nature and immaterial ideas through her abstract paintings, paper works and constructions. Join the RMAC as Stuart shares insights behind her beautiful, provocative work. For more

Roswell Community Little Theatre presents, “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”

The mesmerizing, international piano sensation, Svetlana Smolina, gives a traditional classical program in a top notch concert experience. The concert will take place at the PR Leyva School Auditorium, 800 W. Church St. at 7:30 p.m. Svetlana has earned top honors at Citta di Senigalia International Piano Competition in Italy and has appeared with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra at Avery Fisher Hall and the Mariinsky Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. She is also a recording artist for Decca and Deutche Grammaphone. Svetlana delivers a traditional classical program in a top-notch concert experience. For more information or tickets call 575-200-0120 or visit carlsbadconcerts.com.

The hilarious musical comedy about everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws, but were afraid to admit. The Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2

p.m. The theater is located at 1717 S. Union Ave. For more information or tickets call 575-622-1982 or visit roswelltheatre. com. Alamogordo March 19 Second Annual Spring Fling The Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Second Annual Spring Fling Event in historic downtown Alamogordo, New York Ave from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be an antique car show, motorcycle show, food and crafts vendors. To sign up as a vendor or for more information call Tammy at 575-437-6120 or email cpd@alamogordo.com. Alamogordo March 19 2016 World Natural Bodybuilding Federation — Desert Heat Classic The 2016 WNBF — Desert heat Classic — Natural Body Building competition takes place at the Flickinger Center from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pre judging begins at 11 a.m., finals begin at 5 p.m. For more information or to register visit http://liftevans1.wix. com/desertheatalamo or call Jason Evans at 575-921-1784.

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Roswell March 19 NEW Date: Free Lecture and Reception for Roswell Artist-in-Residence: Kenny Rivero Kenny Rivero is born and raised in Washington Heights, New York City. He considers himself a story teller with paintings, drawings, sculptures and installations as medium. The lecture and reception takes place at the Roswell Museum and Art Center, 100 W 11th St. at 5:30 p.m. For more information call 5756744 or visit roswellmuseum.org. Roswell March 19 The Color Dash 5K Down Syndrome Foundation of Southeast New Mexico is partnering again this year with Color Dash. 50% of the profit from every Color Dash ticket goes to DSF of SENM. Registration has started. To save a spot visit http://newcolordash5k.ticketmob.com/ event.cfm. The dash starts at 10:30 a.m. For more information visit the DSF of SENM office at 308, N. Richardson Ave., their webpage at dsfsenm.org or call 575622-1099. Ruidoso/Alto March 19 “Women of Ireland” in Concert A company of 20 in a full-stage performance of Celtic Music featuring singers, dancers, musicians and aerial artistry

with special guest, Anthony Fallon a four-time world champion and long-time lead dancer of “Riverdance.” “Women of Ireland” is comprised of 20 singers, dancers and musicians made up of the best female performers within the Irish musical tradition. This full-scale stage production has been described as “mesmerizing” by the Irish Examiner and “superhuman at times” by the Sarasota Herald Tribune. Layered with Celtic singing, dancing and fiddling, “Women of Ireland,” named for the beloved traditional Irish tune “Mná na hÉireann,” is an enchanting journey into the land of St. Paddy. The fulsome production is also the only Irish & Celtic show in the world that incorporates daring, awe-inspiring feats of an aerialist choreographed to the show’s richly textured music. In this acclaimed production, three stunning Irish vocalists (Karen Tynan, Sarah Vaughan & Úna Pedreschi) will perform Irish classics like “Danny Boy” and “Carrickfergus” as well as contemporary favorites that sparkle with unique Irish and Celtic treatment in tunes like “You Raise Me Up” and “Let It Be.” Producer Eric Cunningham’s “Women of Ireland” brings together a stellar cast representing Ireland with pride. Several in this mix of talents previously appeared in “Riverdance,” Michael Flatley’s “Lord of the Dance” and “Celtic Woman.” The show’s creative team has entertained royalty and dignitaries throughout the world; at the White House, the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Radio City Music Hall, and venues such as the Beijing and Sydney Opera Houses. The Spen-

cer Theater is located at 108 Spencer Rd., Alto. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $39. The theater offers a 20% discount to all active military. For more information or reservation call 888-818-7872 or 575336-4800 or visit spencertheater.com. Ruidoso March 19 “Kansas” in Concert The Inn of the Mountain Gods presents the band Kansas in concert. The legendary band has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-platinum albums (Leftoverture, Point of Know Return, The Best of Kansas), one platinum live album (Two for the Show) and a million-selling single, “Dust in the Wind”. The band will perform all of their greatest hits including, “Dust in the Wind,” “Carry on Wayward Son” and “Point of Known Return.” The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $30. The Inn of the Mountain Gods is located at 287 Carrizozo Canyon Rd. For tickets and more information call 800-545-9011 or visit innofthemountaingods. com.

Session 1: 1 PM- 3:30 PM Saturday, March 19 Session 2: 9 AM-11:30 AM Sunday, March 20 Session 3: 1 PM- 3:30 PM Sunday, March 20 The lessons will be held at the Eddy County Shooting Range, 131 N. Firehouse Road. Participants pay only for targets and shells. Participants must have a shotgun (or ask about a loaner), shotgun shells, protective glasses and ear protection (There are ear plugs at the Eddy County Shooting Range Club). Novice and beginning shooters highly preferred. Interested participants must call to register in order to reserve a spot. To reserve a space call John Bain at 575.725.0797 or email at johnbain@pvtn.net.

Artesia March 25-26 19th Annual Main Event Show and Cruise Registration is on March 25 from 1 - 6 p.m., Cruise Down Main Street at 6:30 p.m. Registration and set-up is on March 26 from 7 - 11 a.m. Car show is from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. ending with the awards ceremony. For more information and to register visit their event page on Facebook or call Frank or Dorothy Hammond at 575-746-9477 or Gene and Dolores McCaskill at 575-746-4796. Roswell March 26 The Invasion 2! Live at the Unity Center

Native Remedies, Dope Dylan, Sikone and Solo Cortez, Dmize, Trouble Loc, Sev, Shovelo, Highly Intalksickhated, Emceesexyhair, Lyrical Mindz, Kross & The Martian Gang, Gravedog, sepsis, Deranged, Krypto, Tha Wolf, Lethal Uprising, Cray-Doxe perform at the Unity Center. Doors open at 3 p.m., concert starts at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 The Unity Center is located at 108 E. Bland St. For more information visit their event page on Facebook. If you would like your event listed on the entertainment calendar, please email vision@ rdrnews.com or call 6227710 ext. 309.

Sick Theory, Roach Joka, Dysphunktional Clique,

Artesia March 19-20 Free Shotgun Lessons Don Currie, NSCA Chief Instructor, will be leading and teaching an NSCA Level 1 Instructor Certification Course and they are in need of novice students for the candidates being considered to teach in order to earn their certification. If interested, sign up for one or more of the following time slots

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Way Way Off Broadway presents ‘Seussical The Musical’

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go...” — Dr. Seuss By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he place you can go is to the Eastern New Mexico-Roswell Performing Arts Center, 52 University Blvd., where Way Way Off-Broadway Theatre Company presents “Seussical The Musical” on March 4-6 and March 11-13. Friday and Saturday performances will be at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday performances at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or online at waywayoffbroadway.com or by calling, 575-317-0157. Group tickets are available for groups of 10 or more. For more information, visit their website or find them on Facebook at WWOBRoswell. The beloved characters of Dr. Seuss come to life in this colorful musical presented by the talented cast of WWOB under the artistic guidance of director Summer Souza. Music director is Devon Bullock and Tony Souza is the managing director. “Come see it, it is a great show for all ages and

we have included lots of surprises,” said Summer Souza. “It teaches life lessons. We picked the performance date to fall close to the celebration of Dr. Seuss’ Birthday in schools nationwide on March 2. We are going to have a special performance for the Roswell Independent Schools.” Isaac Palmer, who is The Cat in the Hat, has been performing since he was a little boy. “It was a play at church, I don’t remember the name but I had five lines and ended the show. I fell in love with performing,” said Palmer. “Seussical is so dramatic, so fun in terms of the script. It is chaotic, fun, messes up. It’s not perfect. That makes it perfect.” Palmer went to artistic schools and high school in Chicago. He is studying nursing at ENMU-R. “I plan to continue acting as a passion, not as a career.” Cydni Vandiver plays the shy bird Gertrude McFuzz, who suffers of having only one tail feather. Vandiver has been acting in her high school at

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Continued from Page 12 her home in Muleshoe, Texas. She studied music and history and is a history teacher at the New Mexico Military Institute. “‘Seussical’ is my third time performing with WWOB,” Vandiver said. She recently performed in “Les Misérables” and was the assistant musical director in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” “I love Gertrude,” said Vandiver. “She is so awkward, so shy. She develops her character during the play with a great message, to try new things, to be happy with yourself. It is a central understanding, you do not have to be different to be beautiful.” Vandiver is going to be the music director in WWOB’s next musical, “Mary Poppins.” “Summer and Tony created something amazing,” Vandiver said about WWOB. “They are able to bring people from around the area together to do something that everybody can enjoy.” “Seussical” is a musical by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty based on the books of Dr. Seuss, including “Horton Hears a Who!”, “Horton Hatches the Egg” and “Miss Gertrude McFuzz,” which debuted on Broadway in 2000. The play’s story is a combination of many of Seuss’s most famous books. After a Broadway run, the production spawned two US national tours and a UK tour. It has become a loved classic for schools, communities and regional theaters. The Cat in the Hat (played by Isaac Palma) is the host and emcee —and all-around mischief-maker — in this romp through the Seuss classics. When the sweet, good-natured elephant Horton (played by John Bitner) hears a small cry for help coming from a small speck of dust, he promises to

rescue and guard it, because “a person’s a person, no matter how small.” On that small speck of dust lives JoJo, an imaginative young Who. JoJo, who is double cast by Keaton Hartwell and Jachin Argo, has astounding “thinks,” in which anything’s possible, but his parents believe this creativity is inappropriate for the son of the Mayor of Whoville. Meanwhile, the one-feathered bird, Miss Gertrude McFuzz (played by Cydni Vandiver), desperately wants Horton to notice her. Maybe, she thinks, she just needs a more impressive tail. At the same time, the amazingly lazy Maysie La Bird (played by Julie Washichek) connives, cajoles and convinces Horton to sit on her egg while she goes off on a spree. Will the planet of Who survive? Will Horton pay attention to Gertrude? Will Maysie ever return for her egg? Dr. Seuss’s beloved classic characters find themselves intertwined in an incredible crazy-quilt adventure, in which the power of imagination and the most miraculous “think” ever save the day. And after the show, remember, “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” — Dr. Seuss

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Culture

‘Bring What You Made, Take What You Love.’

On the Horizon

Young Professionals for the Arts Collective By Ben Mattice YPAC Freelance Writer Imagine you have walked into an art gallery in Santa Fe, and you are a budding artist hoping to make your mark on the world. You have one of your own precious paintings under your arm, and you found a piece of art by a local artist whom you idolize. You stand in awe of the composition. The color and the irony behind a myriad of possible themes strike you to the core, touching something primal and previously quiescent. As you linger before this magnum opus, you

slip into a momentary trance and see the work hanging in your office. Then you are back, nested again in reality. The price-tag sits below the painting, its backing some sort of high quality foam. It is a price you couldn’t afford, even if you saved for two years straight and ate beans and rice for every meal. The curator of the gallery walks up behind you and says, “It’s magnificent isn’t it?” “That’s an understatement,” you reply, wondering why the curator would even approach you. Isn’t it obvious you could never afford the painting?

“You know what,” the curator says, turning to you. “I’ll trade it.” “Trade it? For what?” “Your painting. I’ll trade this painting for yours. And I’ll hang yours in its place.” How would you feel? Are you worthy of such grace? At Stellar Coffee Company, February 18 to March 18, no matter how you feel about your art, you are now worthy to experience exactly such grace, no middleman curator involved, no stuffy gallery. The art exhibit “Bring What You Made, Take What You Love,” brought to you by The

Young Professionals for the Arts Collective (YPAC) and situated to the right of Stellar’s back door as you walk in, is an interactive art show where artists from around Roswell and the surrounding area have hung their art. You may take any piece you like. The only rule: you have to fill the space with your own piece of art. The piece must be two dimensional, no size limit. If you take a mural, you can leave a “9 by 5.” Even word art is welcome. You might be able to trade your drawing for an original Roswell screenplay or poem. Who knows, per-

haps someone will hang their novel? At the opening of “Bring What You Made, Take What You Love,” on February 18, about 30 people over the course of three hours created art or brought their own, perused what hung on old whitewashed doors placed together like a victorian lady’s dressing screen, chose their favorite piece, and replaced it with their own. YPAC provided the pens, pencils, paper, the fruit, cheese, and crackers. Stellar Coffee Company provided the coffee. People from all walks of Roswell participated.

Young Professionals for the Arts Collective previously hosted three art creation events to contribute to the exhibit. So, stay tuned to the YPAC Facebook page for the next event attached to this unique YPAC exhibit.

Do you know a young artist? We are looking for nominations for young, unknown artists in our area to feature. If you are a mentor or teacher you can nominate the artist by emailing vision@rdrnews.com with samples of the artist’s work and a short message with details about the artist and contact information. For more information call Christina Stock at 575-622-7710, ext. 309.

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Roswell Daily Record turns 125 years Celebrating a milestone and everybody is invited. By Christina Stock Vision Editor

hen on March 6, 1891, the Roswell Daily Record officially started to run its press, Billy the Kid had been dead only for 10 years, New Mexico was still a territory and Roswell was just a small settlement. In todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fast-paced world it is not often that companies last more than a couple decades, to make it to 125 years is special. This longevity is thanks to many hardworking employees and leadership throughout the history of the Roswell Daily Record, and above all thanks to our readers, who through wars, natural catastrophes, drought and yes, supposed UFO crashes, kept reading their local newspaper. The new Millenia brought its share of changes, such as now being available online with an interactive social-media presence. The essence of RDR and with it the Vision Magazine remains, serving the community,

and listening to what our readers want to be informed about. For this special occasion, we had a cover contest published in the last two editions. It was open for all professional and amateur artists. The winner is Josie Powell with the bright and cheerful design that is featured on the front page. Powell is a eighth grader and goes to Berrendo Middle School. Second place is the work of Cathy Everitt of Roswell and third place goes to Hunter Beene, also an eighth grader at Berrendo Middle School. We want to thank everybody who participated. We hope you will be able to visit us for our celebration on Tuesday, March 8, 5-7 p.m. at RDR, 2301 N. Main St.

Second place winner in the Cover Contest.

Third place winner Hunter Beene.

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UFOlogy

In Ufology as elsewhere, newspapers are vital!

Looking Up

he momentous occasion of the Roswell Daily Record’s 125th birthday moves me to reflect upon the value of newspapers from the viewpoint of the field of UFO studies. On July 4, 1947 (“Roswell Night”) when I was five years old, I had my own UFO sighting, some 300 miles east of Roswell in Breckenridge, Texas, where my parents and I were visiting my grandparents. I saw a peculiar object glide across the sky, and I would be haunted for years by the memory. As an adult, I came to wonder whether my experience was real-

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ly anomalous or just a child’s misperception. Several years ago my wife Mollie and I made a trip to Breckenridge to try to find out. Our first stop? The newspaper office. They had back issues kept on an old microfiche system, and we searched these to see if other people had seen (and reported) my remembered UFO. Sure enough, there it was, a newspaper article revealing that about a dozen people at a dinner party down the street had seen the thing too. It struck me with considerable force that without a smalltown newspaper, this

event could have been lost in the mists of time. Meanwhile, that July night and during the days that followed, a remarkable story was unfolding in Roswell, and the newspapers (both the Daily Record and the Morning Dispatch) were smack in the middle of it. The headlines are now historic. On July 8 they proclaimed: RAAF CAPTURES FLYING SAUCER ON RANCH IN ROSWELL REGION. But the next day the excitement was declared to be unjustified: GEN. RAMEY EMPTIES ROSWELL SAUCER. The story went on to say the mysterious object

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was really “a harmless high-altitude weather balloon.” This second headline story was the beginning of a government cover-up of the whole UFO incident. At that point, military and federal people were calling the shots and feeding the press the version they wanted the public to believe. But here we have one of the greatest ironies of the whole affair. Given that subsequent research has shown the Roswell UFO crash to be factual, even the second newspaper story (denying, at government insistence, that any UFO had crashed) stands

as a record, in print, of exactly what happened: a UFO fell to earth in the desert and the government lied about it to the press and the public! Even when a cover-up has been taking place, newspapers ultimately provide an archival source of truth, in retrospect. Thomas Jefferson said: “Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.” And he was right. There are still countries today where newspa-

per publishers could be severely punished, even killed, for printing inconvenient truths. Our own Founding Fathers showed profound wisdom in guaranteeing the Constitutional right to freedom of the press. Happy birthday, Roswell Daily Record, and may you continue this work for countless years to come!