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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: RACHEL HAYES, ROSWELL ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE ALSO INSIDE: SENIOR OLYMPICS, SENIORS GOT TALENT, RACE FOR THE ZOO, TRAP SHOOTING, TURTLEFEST 6.5, JESSE ANDRUS & MIKE HILLMAN MEMORIAL PRO RODEO, EVENT CALENDAR, INTRODUCTION TO STEAMPUNK, ARTIST TO WATCH AND MORE

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that was a lot of fun.” Fresques enjoyed tossing horseshoes so much, he built a pit in his back yard. Talent participant Theresa Barncastle’s has a stressful job as the emergency manager for the town of Dexter, Hagerman and Lake Arthur. Pursuing the art of tap dance gave her an outlet and recreation. She makes adjustments to her work schedule to take lessons at the Roswell Adult and Senior Center. Line dancing is another sport she competes in – she has won several medals. Ivan Hall, a 76-year-old Senior Olympics competitor, is energized about the 2015 games. Typically he is engaged in the basketball 3-point shot and would do it all again, except for a struggle with a torn rotator cuff. “I am ulture a.. sort of … a competitor, but I like it on a friendly basis,” he says about his efforts at the Senior and dads, friends and Olympics. Sports have always neighbors. Who will be been part of his life. He the better athlete? There will be ranchers and city states, “I always played folks, everybody has a in the intramurals in college basketball, hand fair chance to win. Senior Olympics Sum- ball and tennis. I also mer Games provide an enjoy meeting people economic boost for Ros- y o u w o u l d n ’ t u s u a l l y well with 300-plus book- meet.” Participants come ings of hotel nights. Par- from all parts of New ticipants and visiting fam- Mexico. Jack Batso n , 67, is ilies of the athletes and a busy participant. He spectators go out to local competes in badminton, restaurants during their stay, they shop and buy pickleball, basketball free throw and his most fuel. The games utilize 400 favorite sport, tennis. He dedicated community has won four times in singles/doubles at state and volunteers. Here are testimonies of two times at nationals. He senior athletes and talent works hard as an ambassador for the Senior participants: Kenneth Fresquez, 56, Olympics. too. He tells racewalker, has been anyone who will listen, competing in racewalk- “If you’re old enough, get ing for 10 years. He says, involved – we’re playing “The sport helps me stay for the fun of it.” Besides in shape”. At the Senior the excitement of the Olympics in 2014 he also competition, Jack enjoys participated in horse- the people he meets, shoes and says, “and whom he looks forward

to seeing every year. The Summer Senior Olympic games are a family-friendly event and dedicated to provide adults 50-plus with opportunities for a healthy active lifestyle. Their mission is to promote physical fitness for seniors statewide. The games provide yearround opportunities and motivation for adults 50-plus to participate in local, state and national games. There are new

rules for the event. Check them out online at nmseniorolympics.org or call the New Mexico Senior Summer Olympics State headquarter at 623-5777, toll-free phone is 1-888623-NMSO (6676). Coming up is the 22nd Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day on May 27 at the Cahoon Park. The New Mexico Senior Olympics will host a free Fun Walk starting at 7 until 11 a.m. at the Parks & Recreation Build-

ing on 1101 W. 4 St. All walkers are encouraged. A poker walk will be held during the walk with prizes being awarded. Afterwards activities as horseshoes, croquet and volleyball will follow. For more information contact Terry at New Mexico Senior Olympics office: 623-5777. For more events and information check nmseniorolympics. org.

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Senior Summer Olympics

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his is not a new song or movie. The New Mexico Senior Summer Olympics are coming again to Roswell. There are going to be winners, but nobody looses. Everybody wins at the end, if it is by being healthy, having fun or winning medals. The games will be held June 3 to 6 and the senior athletes are always known to go for the gold. The games attract from 800 to 1,200 active older adults, depending if it’s a qualifying year for Nationals. The competition is held in five-year age divisions from 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, and so on. Spectators are encouraged to come out and watch the events, to cheer on grandfathers and grandmothers, moms

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22nd Annual Spring River Race for the Zoo

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Seniors Got Talent By Christina Stock Vision Editor

round 800 active adults, 50 and older, from all parts of New Mexico are anticipated to compete in the four day event at the 37th Annual Senior Olympics Summer Games, June 3-6, at the New Mexico Military Institute and venues throughout the city of Roswell. There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes to plan and organize an event of this caliber; which is the largest multi-sport event in New Mexico for older adults. The plans for the games start early each year with 27 individual sporting events happening in four days. The local steering committee, co-chaired by Sean Davis and Ceci Acosta, has enlisted more than 400 community volunteers to run the various sporting events. The New Mexico Senior Olympics Board of Directors voted that the Talent Show part of the games for 2015 and 2016 would be conducted to promote Senior 50+ talent in its finest this year. Instead of a seven hour talent show at the games, and in the hope of attracting a larger audience, the 2015 games will showcase senior talent in a two hour talent production as an entertainment show. To compete, entertainers had to

he Roswell Runners Club and Roswell Parks and Recreation, with their sponsors Friends of the Roswell Zoo and Chaves County Veterinarian Association are inviting the public for their annual Spring River Race for the Zoo. The crapshoot race is now in its 22nd year and benefits the zoo for upkeep, food and exhibits. Runners have the choice to run 10K or 5K, join the 10K-competition walk or the 2-mile walk. Participants packets include colorful T-shirts and may be picked up at the north parking lot of the zoo, Friday, May 8, between the hours of 4-6 p.m. Late registration on race day will be from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at the zoo. Start and finish is May 9 at 8 a.m. at the Spring River Park & Zoo, at College and Atkinson Street. There will be awards for the first overall female and male in each event and for every male and female finishers in each of the nine age divisions. All age groups are welcome. Last year best times for the 5K run were 23:41 minutes for the ladies and 17:31 minutes for the men; 10K winner made it in 48:37 minutes for the ladies and 42 minutes for the men. Several hundert participants join in the race and walk at the zoo every year. The Roswell Runners Club is organizing this event and many other races benefiting various organizations throughout the year, such as the Multiple Sclerosis and Breast Cancer awareness, Humane Society, Youth Challenge, Altrusa club and various food

submit an audition tape and only the final acts selected for the show will register and pay the entry fee of $50. Some 30 auditions have been received, from dancers, comedy, vocal group and vocal solo acts sure to entertain. The “Seniors Got Talent” production will be held at the Pueblo Auditorium, Saturday June 6 at 1 p.m. and is free for spectators to watch. The top three acts will receive medals; the gold medal act will perform that evening at the “Sports Banquet” at the Roswell Civic Center. The gold medal act will also take their winning act on the road with three appearances to help promote Senior Talent scheduled by the New Mexico Senior Olympics. Mark your calendars to see New Mexico’s finest 50 and older talent, on Saturday ulture June 6 at 1 p.m. For a complete Summer Olympic Games spectator schedule visit By Christina Stock their website at nmse- Vision Editor niorolympics.org or he Pecos Valley Trap club will host Saturday, stop by the Roswell CivMay 23 at 8 a.m. a free clinic consisting of inic Center during game struction on how to shoot trap, shotgun mountweek – June 1-6 or call ing and trap shooting procedures and safety at their their office at 623-5777. club, located 3.3 miles northeast of Roswell off highway 70. A certified NRA firearms instructor will conduct classroom training on all the aspects how to successfully shoot trap. Instruction on safe handling of shotguns, matching ammunition to shotguns, stance and proper mount, shooting rotation and all other information needed to shoot successfully trap. This clinic is also for those who have never shot a shotgun be-

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pantries. Spring River Park & Zoo is the only free zoo in New Mexico. The animals kept are either orphaned or had been severely injured and would not have survived on their own in the wild. For more information call Parks & Recreation at 575-624-6720. Online registration is available at active.com.

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Free Trap Shooting Clinic fore. The class starts with the very basics and at the end of the clinic participants will be able to shoot a full round of trap. Participants need a shotgun and at least 100 rounds of shotgun shells, eye and ear protection and a shooting vest or pouch. There is no lunch or soft drinks provided. The length of class depends on how many register. For more information call John Thoesen at 575623-3629. The Pecos Valley Trap Club is open every Sunday afternoon at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

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. 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. For more information call 575-578-4689. Month of May Featured Artist at The Gallery Local favorite Judy Scharmer is featured artist at The Gallery. Her sensitive paintings capture the warmth and light of our southwest surroundings. The Gallery is located at Main Street Arts, 223 North Main St. For more information call 625-5263 or check rfal.org. Roswell Every Week, Mon 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, NV all expense paid. For more information call 575-650-2591 or email ballbusters@outlook.com

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. 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 www.wafbmuseum.org. 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 p.m. - 7 p.m. is board game night. Thursday is Miniature Night, featuring paint and play for games like Warhammer from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Friday nights feature Magic: The Gathering from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday afternoons have special featured games, which change weekly. For more information, call 575-623-4263, or email v b r i s e n o @ p a i ra d i c e gameshack.com

Every Week, Wed Weekly Knockout The Roswell Fighting Game Community presents Weekly Knockout at The Unity Center located at 108 E. Bland 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. Every Week, Thu T-Tones at El Toro Bravo The T-Tones play at El Toro Bravo at 102 S. Main St. from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. For more information, call El Toro Bravo at 622-9280. Every Week, Thu Bingo at the Elks Lodge Doors open at 5 pm for dinner service. Games start at 6:30 p.m. Open for the public. 1720 N. Montana Ave. 575-622-1560.

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Jesse Andrus & Mike Hillman Memorial Pro Rodeo

astern New Mexico State Fairgrounds Bob Crosby Arena is the place to be on May 15 and 16 for the 6th annual memorial event. Performances start nightly at 7:30 p.m. and gates open at 6 p.m. This year’s event features cowboys from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and cowgirls from the Woman’s Professional Rodeo Association competing for more than $20,000 in prize money. Money earned at the Jesse Andrus & Mike Hillman Memorial Pro Rodeo counts toward earnings that qualify contestants to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas in December. This year’s memorial will feature all seven events in Pro Rodeo. Jesse and

Mike were seniors at Goddard High School when they both died of carbon monoxide on their way back from a Pro Rodeo in Cave Creek, Arizona, in April of 2010. Their lives have touched many people throughout not only Roswell, but the entire nation. Proceeds from this event this year will go to CASA of Roswell in the memory of Jesse Andrus and Mike Hillman. Tickets are on sale now at jesseandmikememorial.com, or you can visit Roswell Livestock and Farm Supply and the Roswell Chamber of Commerce. Ticket prices are $20 for adults and $10 child (6 to 12).

Every Week, Fri Tina at El Toro Bravo Tina Williams performs at El Toro Bravo at 102 S. Main St. from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. For more information, call El Toro Bravo at 622-9280. Every Week, Sat Cuic Gonzales at El Tapatio Cuic Gonzales plays Latin Pop and Country music at El Tapatio at 3012 N. Main from 6 p.m - 9 p.m. For more information, call El Tapatio at 578-1915. Every Week, Sat Open Mic at Ginsberg Music Ginsberg Music opens up the stage every Saturday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. P.A. system and drums are provided, all other instruments must be brought by the musician. >> 6

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are $16 for adults and for children $10. With each purchased adult ticket, a children’s ticket is free. For tickets and more information call the Artesia chamber at 575-746-2744. Artesia May 8 Live Music at the Adobe Rose Singer/Song writer from Lubbock, Texas is going to perform at the Adobe Rose Restaurant on 1614, N 13 St. West Texas and Lubbock are no strangers to songwriters, storytellers and musicians. Dave Martinez follows in that tradition, entering the plentiful songwriting scene in Lubbock, Texas in 2011, Martinez has slowly began to leave a mark with his brand of Folk Americana songwriting. His most recent EP “Two Wolves” received favorable reviews in his home state and overseas. Traveling the state of Texas for the past 4 years and now the Midwest and New Mexico. Martinez is home in any setting, a man, his music and his guitar. For more information call 575746-6157 or check adoberoserestaurant.com. Roswell May 8 Dragonfly Poster Contest Bitter Lake National Wildlife refuge is now accepting artwork for the 2015 Dragonfly Poster Contest. Rules and information about the contest can be found on their website at fws.gov/refuge/bitter_ lake or call the refuge at 625-4011. Roswell May 8 Live Music at Peppers Grill & Bar Jon Gomez is going to play in the evening on the Patio. His music ranges from the 70’s to Hip-Hop, depending on the taste of his audience. He does also original songs which combine Hip-Hop with guitar. You find Peppers

Grill & Bar on 500 N Main. for more information call 623-1700, follow them on Facebook or check peppers-grill.com. Roswell May 8 Spring Movie Nights All feature film series will be held in the Goddard Planetarium unless otherwise noted. Front doors open at 6:45 p.m. There will be snacks and drinks available. This is a free event. First show is Disney’s 101 Dalmatians. For more information call 624-6744 check roswellmuseum.org. Roswell May 8 and May 9 Pirates! Thea Thud and the Quest for Weird Beard The Roswell Community Little Theatre presents Roswell KAPS (Kids’ Arts ProgramS) short comedy by Joshua Mikel, directed by Alethea Hartwell. Play times are May 8 at 7 p.m. and May 9 at 3 p.m. at the Roswell Community Little Theatre on 1717 S. Union Ave. The play is about a friendly game of pirates that becomes all too real when Overzealous Theodore accidentally falls into a giant sinkhole and wakes up to find himself amongst real high sea swashbucklers. Before getting back to the real world, he is forced on an epic journey with his companion Harriet the Ghost in a quest to find the notorious pirate Weird Beard and foil the mutinous Mr. Clunky Bones. Will Theodore be able to save Captain Cramp Hand’s ship from falling into evil clutches and return to his friends in time for ice cream? For more information and to reserve tickets call 575-622-4910. Ruidoso May 8-10 New Mexico Square & Round Dance Festival Over three days at the Ruidoso Convention center there will be several workshops and programs

for dancers of all levels. John and Karen Herr will be sharing some of their expertise in the workshops. Caller Jerry Junck will be also sharing some of his expertise. For a full schedule of the festival go to festival.nmsrda.org. Alto May 9 Starship at the Spencer Theater Starship featuring Mickey Thomas are known for Pop and Rock anthems as “We Built This City,” “Sara,” “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” and more. There will be a beef pot roast buffet before the performance. For tickets or further information call Spencer Theater at 336-4800 or check spencertheater.com. Artesia May 9 Live Music at the Adobe Rose The Band Purple and Green is going to perform at the Adobe Rose Restaurant on 1614, N 13 St. The Carlsbad band is known for Jazz and Folk. The drummer, Pablo Mendoza, played with Rick James in the past, and band member Peter McWain has played with the band Little Joe y La Familia. The band will feature regional and local musicians. For more information call 575-7466157 or check adoberoserestaurant.com. Carlsbad May 9 Second Annual Microbrew Festival on the Pecos Carlsbad’s second annual Microbrew Festival on the Pecos will have seven microbreweries from New Mexico - Abbey Brewing Co, The Wellhead Brewery, Cottonwood Wine & Brewing Co, Santa Fe Brewing Co and Little Toad Creek. The event is on the grounds of the Pecos River Village Conference Center, 711 Muscatel Ave. from 3 to 9 p.m. Live music by Carlsbad’s “Don’t Quit Your Day Job

Band!” There will be also food booths. Seating is limited, guests can bring lawn chairs. There will be no alcohol sold after 8 p.m. This is an over-21-event. ID’s will be checked. $20 in advance or $25 at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce at carlsbadchamber.com. May 9 Fort Stanton “The First Dragoons and Fort Stanton Cave” to be hosted The Lincoln county Historical Society will present Mike Bilbo and “The First Dragoons and Fort Stanton Cave” at 9:30 a.m. at the 1883 Officers’ Quarters of Fort Stanton. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. For details about Fort Stanton and to get directions check nmhistoricsites.org. Midway May 9 Midway Jackpot Team Roping New Uniform Corriente Steers. Books open at 2 p.m., Roping starts at 3 p.m. There will be a jackpot barrel race following the roping. For more information call 347-5309 or 626-0770. Roswell May 9 41st Annual Valley Vintage Car Show Open to all years, makes and models of vehicles. Set up is at 7-9 a.m. at the Roswell Civic Center. Judging starts at 9 a.m. Awards will be handed out at 3 p.m. Chef Toddzilla will be selling breakfast and lunch. For more information call Rita at 627-8292 or Nancy at 6224350.

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Roswell May 9 Xcel Energy Mentoring Program at the Roswell Museum and Art Center The Roswell Museum and Art Center will strive to help the youth of the community work with their peers and industry mentors to achieve their creative and career goals in the art world. Steve Ackerman is going to hold the program Art Education: Pathways to Becoming an Art Ambassador in the Classroom from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Roswell Museum and Art Center classrooms. To register or for more information email letter of interest to education@roswellmuseum.org, or call 624-6744, ext. 22. Roswell May 9 All Saints Catholic School 5th Annual Golf Tournament Each team must have a minimum total handicap of 35 or higher. Committee has final approval on eligibility of teams. $60 per golfer. Entry fee includes: Golf cart, green fees, two Mulligans and lunch. Location is the Nancy Lopez Golf Course at Spring River, 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Shotgun starts. Many

prizes are donated, including a car from Desert Sun. For more information and to sign up call 6275744 or facebook.com/ AllSaintsCatholicSchool. Roswell May 9 Fifth Annual Walker Aviation Museum Golf Tournament Registration at the New Mexico Military Institute at 7 a.m., tee-off is at 8 a.m./shotgun start. Team Entry forms must be submitted to the NMMI Golf Course Club house by Wednesday, May 6. Cost for a four person scramble is $60 per player and includes entry into all events, 18 holes of golf, cart, breakfast, lunch and chance to win various prizes. All proceeds benefit the ongoing development and support of Walker Aviation Museum. For more information go to wafbmuseum.org or call Jim Landfair at 626-4322, Bob Pottle at 420-9664 or Bob Donnell at 317-0873. Roswell May 9 22nd Annual Spring River Race for the Zoo Friends of the Roswell Zoo, Chaves County Veterinarian Association, Roswell Runners Club and Roswell Parks & Recreation Department present the 22nd Annual Spring River Race for the zoo. Participants packets may

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Raining Plaster Cats and Dogs free art class is for 3rd grade children (8 years) until 12 graders at the Roswell Museum and Art Center, at 10 a.m. until noon. Students will work with art educators Steven Ackerman and Gretchen Phillips, exploring the art galleries in search of furry friends. These discoveries will be recreated into 3-D sculptures out of various materials. Space is limited, please call the curator of education, Claudia Gonzalez, to reserve a spot and for further information 575-6246744 extension 22.

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May 15 and 16 The band Gleewood is performing May 15 and 16 at Adobe Rose Restaurant on 1614, N 13 St. in Artesia. The acoustic rock songwriting style of Jhett Schiavone (guitar and vocals) meets western and folk tradition of New Mexican cowgirl Callie Sioux (bass and vocals) to bring an unlikely, and at-once recognizable sound to the folk/rock scene. Gleewood blends cowboy and hippie to create a kind and laid-back stage presence sure to be remembered. Since November 2013 their converse and cowboy boots have taken them to over 60 different venues and 200 shows deep into five different states. For more information call 575-746-6157 or check adoberoserestaurant. com. be picked up at the north parking lot of the Zoo, Friday, May 8, between the hours of 4-6 p.m. Race day pick-up from 6:30 to 7:30 am at the zoo. Start at 8 a.m. and finish at the Spring River Park & Zoo, on College and Atkinson Street. Events are 10K and 5K run, 2-mile walk,

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Carrizozo May 10-11 Mother’s Day Melodies Enchantment Trio Concert Free concert at 3 p.m. to hear the Enchantment Trio at Trinity United Methodist Church. Their will also be a Carrizozo Outreach concert at the Carrizozo Schools on May 11 at 10 am. For more information call Eileen Brannen at 648-2757.

Carlsbad May 9 and 10 Native American Heritage Day to be recognized Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park will be hosting events on both days in honor of Native American Heritage Day. On May 9 there will be Native American vendors at Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park and speakers including Steve West, Lynda Sanchez and Ray Chapler. On May 10 there will be Native American vendors. For more information call 887-5516. Roswell May 9 and May 16 The Art of Cinematography The Roswell Museum and Art Center presents two classic film presentation

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llis Paul is a gifted singer/songwriter. Though some may refer to him as a folksinger, he is more. For lack of a better word, he is a singular storyteller, a musician whose words reach out from inside and yet also express the feelings, thoughts and sensibilities that most people can relate to in one way or another regardless of age or upbringing. His music has been shared with a wider audience as well, through commercials, documentaries, TV shows and in the soundtracks of several blockbuster films, among them three by the Farrelly Brothers “Hall Pass” (starring Owen Wilson and Alyssa Milano), “Me, Myself, & Irene” (starring Jim Carrey) and “Shallow Hal” (starring Jack Black and Gwyneth Paltrow). Peter Farrelly summed up the sentiments of all those who have come to know and appreciate Paul’s music by referring to him as “a national treasure.” One of Paul’s greatest inspirations is Woody Guthrie. There’s likely no greater evidence of how Guthrie’s insights and humanity have rubbed off on Paul than in this particularly telling tribute from Nora Guthrie. “A singer songwriter is only as good as the times he reflects,” she said in praise of Paul. “In times like these, when so many nuts are running the show, it’s comforting

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Music

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merican rockabilly band Reverend Horton Heat will play a show at The Liberty, 312 N Virginia Ave., on Sunday, May 17. The Reverend Horton Heat hails from Dallas, Texas, and the band’s sound is described as “country-fed punkabilly.” The band began its journey in 1985 and has never looked back. Well known for its high-energy and often humorous lyrics,

Courtesy Photo to know that Ellis Paul is actually holding our sanity on his own stage! Wise, tender, brilliant and biting, Ellis is one of our best human compasses, marking in melodies and poems where we’ve been and where we might go if we so choose to. Personally Ellis, I’m goin’ where you’re goin’!” Where Paul is “goin’” is to practically every place a microphone beckons and a crowd of the folk faithful awaits. In this case, to Roswell, New Mexico. Ellis Paul is going to perform at Pecos Flavors Winery on May 15, 7-9 p.m. For more information call 627-6265.

the band has gained recognition in the mainstream with songs in films, television, commercials and video games. More than 25 years later, the band is headlining about 150 shows a year with band leader Jim Heath tearing up the stage for a loyal fan base. “We’ve been able to travel all over the world and play shows with music icons in historic venues. We’ve headlined so many sold out shows in some of the world’s most famous venues,” says Jim Heath, founder of the band. “We’ve appeared on major network TV shows and had our music used in countless films and TV shows. We’ve played some of the biggest festivals in the world and got to hang around with some of the biggest stars in history. Not too long after some major label A&R lady told us that we were not right for a major label – we got a major label deal. People used to laugh at rockabilly. They don’t laugh anymore.” Reverend Horton Heat signed with Victory Records in 2012 and an album titled “Rev” was released in January 2014. The band’s music has made appearances in video games such as “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3”, “Guitar Hero II” and in a number of TV shows and movies. They are currently on a touring schedule across the US and recently performed in the major music festival, Coachella. Jim Heath holds the status as one of the best rock guitarists at work today and confirms — he is one heck of a showman, who is not about to let an audience go home disappointed. Reservations start at $25. For more information on The Liberty, to become a member, or how to attend an event, visit thelibertyinc.com or call 575-627-2121.

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This is not your grandpa’s metal - TurtleFEST 6.5 By Christina Stock Vision Editor

he times of heavy metal being part of a wild and unhealthy lifestyle are over. Well, the unhealthy part at least. TurtleFEST 6.5 attracts a new kind of heavy metal fan and a new generation. Unity Center’s Bobby Garcia is excited to host Roswell’s biggest music festival on May 15 at the Unity Center again. Garcia says, “We wanted to have it earlier, but we could not get bands who were up to par, so we rescheduled and have now two touring packages that are playing that night. I am happy how much it has grown this year, I had over 20 bands hit me up to open for this show and that’s really amazing, since the majority of them were from El Paso, Albuquerque, Lubbock and a lot of small towns in between.” Garcia says, “TurtleFEST started as The Unity Center’s biggest show, the name came from my brother Matt Garcia and me. We were trying to make something gimmicky that will catch peoples attention and Matt said “TurtleFEST” ‘cause everyone loves the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and they are just like us outcast teens, who are seen by others as weird or don’t belong.” The kids Garcia mentions are those who are Christian and give back to society and love the new Christian Punk/Heavy Metal style that developed in the past years. Bands performing are War of Ages from Erie, Pennsylvania, Phinehas, The Death of an Era, Mouth of the South, The Animal in Me, Like Monroe, Darkness Divided, So it Begins, Rivalry and Amy’s not Breathing. Mike Butler from the band Mouth of the South says, “Our band just started for fun in 2007, but now we see it as a full time ministry with music. We are foremost missionaries before being musicians or a business.” The band has been blazing trails with their fiery metalcore riffs and tenacious southern attitude. Though the band has evolved almost entirely from the original lineup and sound in 2007, the fervor is still there as is evidenced by their three self-released albums and well-established touring schedule. The bands release “Transparency” in 2013, which debuted at No. 10 on the iTunes metal chart, put Mouth of the South on the map as a groove-filled metalcore up-and-comer. The band has also become known for their relatable song writing and empathetic lyricism. Mouth of the South “bleeds” their music. Gerard Mora of the Band Darkness Divided says, “Our band has been together since high school. In 2013, after graduating, we concentrated full time on our music. This is what we wanted to do, after getting more recognition in 2012, with the releases of our singles “Redeemer” and “Voyager.” Darkness Divided is an American Christian metalcore band from San Antonio, Texas. The band name is based on the Bible verse of Genesis 1:4, which reads “God saw that the light was good, and he separated the light from the darkness.” Combining elements from traditional metal bands and modern-day metalcore acts, the band offers an original and exciting sound in a rapidly flourishing metal scene. With more than 150 shows under their belts, Darkness Divided has developed an intense, high-energy live performance that has intrigued fans from clubs to festival stages across the United States, and has shared the stage with bands such as Haste the Day, Underoath, and For Today.” The band has released 3 EPs, and their first full-length album came out on Aug. 19 on Victory Records. Tickets are available online at holdmyticket.com, presale tickets are being sold from the local bands Rivalry, Amy’s not Breathing and also at the door on the event day, May 15 at 5 p.m. Garcia says, that every TurtleFEST is part of a drive, volunteers who help out or participate can get discounts on the event or get in for free. This year it is going to be a food drive. If guests bring five cans of food for local food pantries, they get $5 off of the regular ticket price of $16.

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Calendar Ruidoso May 14-17 AspenCash Motorcycle Rally, Inn of the Mountain Gods The AspenCash Motorcycle Rally is a cycle jam with live music and stunt rider, $10,000 Poker Run, large four-day trade show with 33,000 sq ft of Vendors. For more information call Patric Pearson at 973-4977 or check motorcyclerallye.com. Carlsbad Mai 15 Desert Sky Barrel Racing Desert Sky Barrel Racing will be running on the 3rd Friday of each month. Books open at 6 p.m., Race starts at 7 p.m. The season will run through September with awards ceremony in November. Location is the Eddy County Sheriffs Posse in Carlsbad. for more information call 7061971 or email desertskybarrelracing@gmail.com. Roswell Mai 15 Reception of Roswell Artist-in-Residence Rachel Hayes The Roswell Museum and Art Center, 100 W 11 St, is the host for the Roswell Artist-in-Residence Lecture of Rachel Hayes at 5:30 p.m. The lecture

is free. Hayes work embraces exquisite beauty, converses boldly with architectural spaces, and responds to radiant light, becoming anything from a minimalistic sculpture to an abstract painting to a massive stained glass patchwork quilt. The lecture is followed by a reception. For more information call 575-624-6744 or check roswellmuseum. org. Roswell May 15 TurtleFEST 6.5 at the Unity Center - This is not your grandpa’s Metal Bands performing are War of Ages from Erie, Pennsylvania, Phinehas, The Death of an Era, Mouth of the South, The Animal in Me, Like Monroe, Darkness Divided, So it Begins, Rivalry and Amy’s not Breathing. Tickets are available online at holdmyticket.com and also at the door on the event day at 5 p.m. Bring 5 cans of food for local food pantries, get $5 off of the regular ticket price of $16. The Unity Center is at 108 E Bland. Roswell May 15 Ellis at Pecos Flavors Winery Singer/Songwriter Ellis Paul is going to perform at Pecos Flavors Winery on May 15, 7-9 p.m. For more information call 627-6265.

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Roswell May 15 Live Music at Peppers Grill and Bar Well-known local musician Robin Scott is going to perform in the evening on the Patio of Peppers Grill and Bar, 500 N Main Street. For more information call 623-1700. Roswell May 15 Walk for Hope All funds benefit Chaves County Residents needing assistance during Cancer treatment. Kickoff is at 6 pm at the Cielo Grande Recreation Area. For registration details or sponsorship information contact Julie Morrow 6379550 or Crystal Hester at 420-2253. Artesia May 15 and 16 Gleewood performs at the Adobe Rose The rock/folk band Gleewood are going to perform at Adobe Rose Restaurant on 1614, N 13 St. Their uplifting original material is evoked with instrumental ingenuity and lyrics, reflecting day-today dilemmas. For more information call 575-7466157 or check adoberoserestaurant.com. Roswell May 15 and 16 And A Child Shall Lead The Roswell Community Little Theatre presents Roswell KAPS (Kids’ Arts

ProgramS) drama “And A Child Shall Lead” by Michael Slade, directed by Lynetta Zuber and Philip Folts. Play times are May 15 at 7 p.m. and May 16 at 3 p.m. at the Roswell Community Little Theatre at 1717 S. Union Ave. The play is the heroic and true story of children coming of age in Terezin, the “jewish city” established by the Nazis near Prague as a way station before the death camps. In the face of unspeakable horror, these children use their determination and creativity to build lives filled with hope and beauty — playing, studying, making art, and writing an underground newspaper — all at the peril of being caught and executed. Their actual poems and stories are woven into a fast-paced drama, evoking the universality of children caught in the insanity of war. For more information and to reserve tickets call 575-622-4910. May 16 Carlsbad VFW Post 8703 50th Year Vietnam War Commemoration Program The 50th Year Vietnam War Commemoration Program, Carlsbad “Welcomes Home” our Vietnam Veterans kicks off at 10 a.m. at the Edwards School on Church St. and ending at the Courthouse. Food and Entertainment follows immediately at the VFW Post 8703. All Veterans are welcome. The event is free of charge and open to the public. The VFW Post 8703 is located at 1916 San Jose Blvd. For more information call Debby at 302-4194 or Sal at 302-7021. Hondo May 16 Annual Fiesta de Hondo The guests can enjoy an enchilada dinner and Hispanic dances from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Hondo School Gym. Adults pay $6 per plate, children up to age $12. General ad-

mission for adults and students is $7. For more information call Hondo Schools at 653-4411. Roswell May 16 National Kids to Park Day Entertainment, activities and prizes await children and their families at the Spring River Zoo and Park at 1306 E. College Blvd. from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. For more information call 62406720 ext. 211. Ruidoso May 16 Meet author Anne Hillerman Anne Hillerman presents her latest novel continuing the tradition of her father, Tony Hillerman, New Mexico author of detective novels that take place around Santa Fe and the Navajo reservation. The free event is held from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the Ruidoso Public Library, 107 Kansas City Rd. For more information call 258-3704. Artesia May 22 School’s Out Summer Splash Join 7024U Youth Outreach Center to celebrate the summer vacation. The School’s Out Summer Splash is for all school aged children and families. There will be food, music and other activities. The splash pad and a mud pit will be open during the event. For more information call 736-7024 or check 7024u.webs.com. Artesia May 22 and 23 Live music at the Adobe Rose Restaurant Wait for What is performing at the Adobe Rose Restaurant in the Patio at 1614 N. 13 St. For more information or reservations call 746-6157 or check a d o b e ro s e re s t a u ra n t . com.

Ruidoso Downs May 22-25 Ruidoso Downs Racetrack Opening Weekend Ruidoso Downs Racetrack hosts annual live racing from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Summer races take place Friday through Monday with a 1 p.m. post time, exception are some holidays, special meetings and horse sales. Opening weekend is 10 a.m. Friday only. For more information call Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Billy the Kid Casino at 378-4431. Roswell May 22-24 20th annual Roswell Hike It & Spike It 4-on4 Charity Flag Football Tournament Roswell, New Mexico will welcome players of all ages and playing experience. The three day festival will once again be Memorial Day Weekend. Proceeds will benefit the United Way of Chaves County. Show me the money pays $15,000. To register or for more information check roswellgridiron.com or call 627-2398. There will be also a special tab on May 22 by the Roswell Daily Record with all details of the event. Lincoln May 23 Lincoln Cemetery Tour Ranger Talks begin Memorial Day weekend. Times and topics will vary; information posted at locations throughout the historic town of Lincoln. Kick-off is in honor of Memorial Day a ranger guided free tour of the Lincoln cemetery at 2 p.m. This cemetery is the resting place of the “Pal of Billy the Kid” and “The Father of Lincoln”, along with other former residents of the Lincoln community. Call 653-4025 for more information on these events. >> 11

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a different world, a world where the past and future mix? If you did, you are either an artist or a fan of Victorian steam-powered futurism, called Steampunk. Many will hear the world Steampunk and think of the movie “Wild Wild West” with Will Smith or the Disney movie “Treasure Planet.” As Tony Gage, a member of the Roswell Steampunk community said, Steampunk is “the intersection of science and romance.” Steampunk has made a huge impact in the international art world combining pictures with stories. The local radio show called Threnody airs on Sundays and covers Steampunk. The show, created by Tony Gage, Peter Powell, Christina Powell, and Michael Christopher, takes listeners on an adventure into the world of Steampunk. Steampunk has appeared in many shows such as “Firefly,” the Japanese manga show “Fullmetal Alchemist” and more. If steam power isn’t your choice for an alternate energy power then maybe Dieselpunk is for you. Dieselpunk tends to take place in the Apocalyptic realm. The 2015 Roswell Filmfest & Cosmicon will have Steampunk celebrations all day long July 3. There will be classes on how to dance and look like a Steampunk fan, how to create a Steampunk character, the history of Steampunk, music and lifestyle. For first impressions check out filmroswell.com and its Facebook page Roswell Filmiest & Cosmicon. To be continued. >> 10 May 23 Ruidoso/Alto Spencer Theater presents “Sing It From The Mountain Top - a Night of Gospel Music” This three part concert starts at 8 p.m. and features headliner Susie

McEntire, an inspirational country star; the oldtime gospel music of Jack & Deb Stone and the top shelf band and southern traditional gospel musician Jimmy Burson’s Texas in the Swing band. For reservations and details call 336-4800 or check spencertheater.com.

Cloudcroft May 23 and 24 Annual Mayfair Juried Art Show The outdoor show has been a Cloudcroft tradition for 38 years, and is a favorite stop for many artists from around the country. It includes pottery, jewelry, photography, wood art, glass, sculpture and paintings. Food from non-profit groups provided and live music. It takes place at the Zenith park. For more information contact the Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce at 6822733. Mayfair Juried Ruidoso/Alto May 23 Flying J Ranch Opens The Flying J Ranch stays open for the season from May to September with stage shows. Reservations are strongly suggested. The Flying J Ranch are now open some 30 years. There are pony rides for kids, an “old west town”, pistol range, and gold panning. For tickets and other information call 1-888-458-3595 or 575336-4330 or check flyingjranch.com. Roswell May 26 - 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, 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.

Roswell May 27 Walk in the Park to Celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day New Mexico Senior Olympics will join an estimated 1,000 local groups to celebrate the 22nd Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day (NSHFD) in Roswell with aFun Walk at Cahoon Park. Free event. For more information contact Terry Delgado at 575-623-623-5777, terry@ nmseniorolympics.org. Roswell May 29, 30 and June 5, 7 An Evening of Culture The Roswell Community Little Theatre presents the comedy “An Evening of Culture” by Mark Landon Smith, directed by Patti Stacy and assistant director Megan Owens. Play times are May 29, 30 and June 5, 7 at 7:30 p.m., May 31 and June 7 at 2 p.m. at the Roswell Community Little Theatre at 1717 S. Union Ave. The Community Theatre of Mineola County is producing Romeo and Juliet - badly... Cast members don’t have their lines memorized, the set isn’t finished, and a dog keeps barking offstage, but that does not stop production at this community theatre. The actors, who are playing the young cast, are all over 50, lead by Mildred Carson (who doesn’t look fifty) as Juliet. And there is great chemistry between her and Bubba Bedford, who is cast as Romeo. Naomi Farkle Carson took some liberty with Shakespeare’s play and added some additional dialogue. For more information and to reserve tickets call 575622-1982 or visit roswelltheatre.com. Roswell May 27 22nd Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day Walk The Fitness Day will include a one mile or two mile fun walk and activities in the Cahoon Park,

starting at the Parks and Recreation Office. First walk starts at 7 a.m. with registration at 6:30 a.m. Second walk starts at 9 a.m. with registration at 8:30 a.m. Walkers will participate in a Poker Walk and can win prizes. A light breakfast will be provided. Following the Poker Walk, lawn games, such as horseshoes, volleyball or croquet will be available. The event is free and open to anyone. Over 50 preferred. For more information contact Terry Delgado at 623-5777 or email ter r y@nmseniorolympics.org. 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 about the zoo and its animals, the animal world around, zoo diets, medical and animal safety. Activities include learning about animal habitats, special animal visits. Friends of the Roswell Zoo will furnish snacks. Limited space. Call the zoo for details today at 575-624-6760.

Calendar 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, 2015 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.A.). 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 Street. 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.

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revious articles have recalled downtown Roswell on Main Street. The next two in the series will recall the numerous businesses that were on the “side streets.” These include primarily First, Second, Third and Fourth streets, plus Richardson and Virginia. There were very few businesses on the eastwest streets, south of First and north of Fifth, although there were a few. Let’s start with First Street — here we find Ace Barber Shop, Louie’s Pool Hall, the Cut Rate Grocery and Roswell Rug and Upholstery Cleaners. Across Virginia was the (then) Southwestern Public Service Electrical Generating Plant. Many mornings in the winter, coming through town, there were columns of steam rising above that old plant. Sadly, it has

been completely removed. It was uniquely Roswell’s. Now, crossing Main to the west, we find many more. The City Sewing Machine Exchange, Jay Grear Accoustics, the New Mexico State Employment Service, Ellett Motor Co’s used car lot, (Hudson Cars and Diamond T Trucks). The Roswell Fire Department, a couple of residences and at the end, on the south side, Magnolia Petroleum Co Land and Geological Department. I am reasonably sure that building still exists and is still the office of oil people. Second Street going east from Main Street, we find the Roswell Barber Shop, the Arvil Johnson Boot and Shoe Hospital, Ed Hubbard’s Tailorfine Clothes (I graduated from the Roswell High School with the daughter of Ed Hubbard, Glynelle).

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Then there is the Central Barber Shop, Burton’s Shoe Repair, the Tepee Café, the Furniture Mart, Bragg Furniture Co, Joe Shamas Food Market, Furniture Mart warehouse, Smith Auto Repair, Independent Key Shop, Pat Baldinell Loans, the Blancet Hotel (building still there), Ritz Barber Shop the Paul Carrigan’s Sheet Metal Shop. Carrigan’s building is still there with part of the sign visible. The northwest corner was a service station with C.C. Holley listed as owner. — That building is now being restored. Crossing Virginia was the Del Rio Hotel with it’s Top Hat Cocktail Lounge and Coffee Shop, Levers Brothers Wholesale Liquors, Charles Ilfeld beer distributors, Herring Produce and the Roswell Trading Company. Now to West Second, which like the east side, being the highway, was heavily stocked with businesses. Firestone

Stores was on the south side, behind the Roswell Drug Store on the corner, with the hotel upstairs. I remember seeing a Diesel Electric train on display in Firestone’s window before Christmas one year. How badly I wanted that cool setup. Across the alley was the American Café (owned by the Metaralis’) Gamble’s Hardware Store, Western Union, Claude Forster Furniture, Elk Barber Shop, Roswell Auto Company, Roswell’s Ford dealer. Also graduated from RHS with the owner of Roswell Auto-Sue Farnsworth. Across on the north side was Falconi Electrical Service, Supreme Radio. Yes, the Roger’s family made a good living repairing those old tube radio sets AND car radios. Car radios, also being tube sets, were not very reliable in those days. They quit rather regularly, and who remembers the big, tall console radios we all sat

and listened to “Amos n Andy”, “Your Hit Parade”, the “Jack Benny show,” the “Bob Hope show?” We listened, but we were all staring at the radio while doing that! Ironic that now we do stare at the “tube.” West of Supreme was Hinkle Motor Supply, where the Roswell Chamber building is now). The Elks Lodge was across Richardson to the alley and the La Vone Beauty Shoppe, Rodden’s “Kidograph” Photography, U S Army and Air Force Recruiting Station, Ward’s Upholstery Shop, and Roswell Ice Co. (Not the main plant – we’ll get to that.) On the south side, First 200 block was Bill Deane’s Conoco No 2. Bill Deane also was the second building south of First on South Main, before he took over the entire corner. Lowrey Auto Co., (Chrysler-Plymouth), Bill’s Café, Berkey Bowling Alley (where George’s Carpet is now), Mead’s Fine Bread and Tad Platt’s Auto Service and

George Miller Auto Repair. As pointed out earlier, in addition to having quite a few dry cleaners, Roswell had many barber and beauty shops, scattered all over town, but primarily on the primary streets downtown. Most of the barber shops had shoe shine stands, also. Lots of memories watching those “shoe shine” boys rub the polish onto the shoes, then snapping the shine cloths when finishing them off. Another one of those things one never forgets. A unique sound, to be sure. This series is about downtown Roswell, the main business district, so I will stop here. Businesses went much further east and west from Main back in those days. Perhaps that can be for another article, after we covered Third, Fourth, Fifth streets, Richardson and Virginia.

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he Roswell Museum and Art Center is the host for the Roswell Artist-In-Residence lecture of Rachel Hayes at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 15. The lecture is free of charge and a reception follows afterward. Hayes received a BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute in fiber and an MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University in painting. She has attended the Marie Walsh Sharpe Space Program in Brooklyn, New York, the Roswell Artist-In-Residence Program in Roswell, the Sculpture Space Residency, in Utica, New York, and the Art Omi, International Artists’ Residency in Omi, New York. Hayes is the recipient of the Augustus SaintGaudens Memorial Fellowship in Sculpture, a Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Professional Fellowship in Sculpture and a Charlotte Street Fund Award.

She has shown her work at the Sculpture Center, New York; Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, Kansas; Roswell Museum of Art; Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indiana; SaintGaudens National Historic Site, New Hampshire and in Lower Manhattan New York City, New York with BravinLee Programs. Hayes completed a large outdoor commissions for the Rosslyn Business Improvement District in Rosslyn, Virginia, near Washington D.C., and for Artsbeat in Columbus, Georgia. Hayes is in Roswell with her husband Eric and two children Wyatt and Shea for the 2014/15 Roswell-Artist-In-Residence program. Walking into her studio is like walking into a rainbow of colors. There is a deep feminine aerial spirit in Hayes’ art. The seemingly chaotic blend of material and colors, looms in the corner of a

studio and a dominant sewing machine show the creative artists work in the moment. Hayes says she had a calling since she was 5 years old, “Art was the only thing I was good at. I could be competitive, strive to achieve more.” Hayes says that her

mother was friends with a local art teacher who had graduated from the Kansas Art Institute. The family knew it was a good school with a great liberal arts program and they supported her to attend. Hayes had planned first to leave her class in the fiber department for a sculpture class, but her teacher encouraged her instead to use her sewing machine from her work with fiber to create sculptures of abstract art in cloth. Hayes says, “I was hooked and didn’t look back.” One of her art pieces has lace curtains from her grandmother incorporated, others intriguing Indian cloth with mirrors and embroidery. She says, “When I was younger, my style was more minimalistic/geometric. Maturity changed me and having children. I am opening up to new structures, material and design.” Hayes’ exhibit at the Roswell Museum and Art Center will incorporate also print-outs of her art in the landscape of Southeast New Mexico. The photos show the connection between her art and earth and sky. Hayes Art is a joining of individual segments creating something new out of some-

Hayes with her newest project.

Hayes with past outdoor projects and the model of the future project for the Taubman Studio in Roanoke, Virginia. thing that had a different purpose. It bounces and flows, flutters and sways, even bundled up waiting for the transport to the museum to be unfolded — her projects show life and energy. Hays says her upcoming exhibit will mirror this: “I will set it up, so the entire exhibit will talk to the viewer, just as much as the individual work.” Some of Hayes art pieces are meant to be environmental art – their canvas is the vastness of the open desert of White Sands and the arid high desert of the Pecos Valley captured on photos. Others are small and clear, at home in the bounds of frames on the walls of the studio and gallery. Hayes steps with her art on a bridge that leads from the known to the airspace of materialized art that interacts with wind, sun, clouds, light and shadow. Hayes sees a big change in her since she became a mother. “I do try new things now, that I would have not done before. I do not dwell on the small, but focus on the big picture. Maturity is freedom.” One day she was walking and found a large branch she wanted to use for her outdoor projects. Instead, she decided to bring the branch indoors. She says, “A couple years

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ago, I would have not done that. But now, I try new ideas.” Hayes is looking forward to explore the area around Roswell in her spare time. She says, her own hometown, in similar size to Roswell, hasn’t such a unique history. She has many projects on the horizon, but needs to find space to create. She says that the town feels to be open for the arts. Hayes finds inspiration not only in nature, but also in the displays of the Roswell Museum and Art Center. Living and working for the last year in Roswell, Hayes says, that her and her husband enjoyed visiting family friendly fiestas and parties. “In Brooklyn everything started at 10 p.m., we would go out after work which was great. But with the kids, it is so nice to have those earlier times in Roswell.” Hayes has already a new project planned after her exhibit at the Taubman Studio in Roanoke, Virginia. It will encompass over 30 feet. Hays says, “Visitors of this exhibit will walk through a kaleidoscope of colors, almost as if they were in a rainbow.” For more information call 575-624-6744 or check roswellmuseum. org.

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Music

New Mexico Independent Music taking back Sundance

New New Mexico Sounds By Klas Åhman

t’s been a busy spring. Since my last report I’ve been on adventures far and beyond, abandoning the “real world” to go on another tour with my band Secret Circus. We started our adventure meeting up with our good old friends Gleewood from Ruidoso to co-host and co-produce a weeklong event on Main Street, Park City, Utah, at the heart of Sundance Film Festival. We called our event “Atticus Indie Fresh Brew” in honor of the coffee shop/ bookshop that donated the use of their space to our cause, and pushed the hashtag #TakingBackSundance — using the # is the multi-media technology for linking up and categorizing things on social media like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, etc. It started with a weekend full of music. Secret Circus, which for this tour

Artist

By Christina Stock Vision Editor

consisted of only myself and my twin brother Joel, played five shows, and we ran the sound for more then 20 shows for a long list of bands and artists, and dealt with the endless amount of work producing and hosting an event this ambitious. For some reason I also felt inspired to stay up all night Saturday writing music with a bottle of local “High West” Whiskey and my guitar in the RV. I wrote a new song called “Too Late To Die Young.” To those who say we musicians are lazy people who should get haircuts and jobs, let me describe Monday! We’d planned for an afternoon break in the tight live music schedule to all (Secret Circus + Gleewood) meet and shoot some video. So the day started with me running sound for four artists, with much needed help of the best coffee

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his editions artist to watch is Alia Guzman, a 15-year-old student at Hagerman Municipal Schools. The soft-spoken young artist says she used to sketch until her father gave her paints. She is inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, with whom she connects on a deeper level. She says, just like him, she has had a rough start in life. Her art is a way of communicating. Guzman says, “When I get a connection, I draw it and make it my own.” Even if others made fun of her painting it didn’t matter, she said, because painting and expressing herself meant more.

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in Utah. One of the artists performing that day was a fantastic local talent named Robyn Cage. I decided to include her in our plans. So Robyn and I walked up to the bus station and met up with Joel, who’d taken the morning off to glue the headstock of his Gibson for the second time of the tour and Jhett and Callie. We set up cameras and mics around a brightly painted, old grand piano that sits quietly in a corner of the bus station. We then captured a fantastic, sultry performance of her original song “Theatre Noir” (YouTube.com/SecretCircusVideo). The video ends with an epic opera style note that gives me goose bumps every time I see it. After setting up, shooting, wrapping, and packing up that indie guerrilla shoot in 30 minutes flat, we hopped on the bus that head down Main Street,

Guzman has two distinct styles she is leaning toward. One uses the splatter and drip technic, shown in her tree painting. This style was made famous by Jackson Pollock, the leading figure in the abstract expressionistic movement of the early 20th century. What is impressive is that she takes the art of Anime of the 21st century and makes it her own in a similar abstract version. Her other style has an airy feather-like nature that in its softness is misleading. Precision and love for details is shown in both of Guzman’s styles.

and shot a video of Gleewood performing their song “Whiskey Sue” live on the bus. In the video, you’ll see Gleewood finishing their performance just in time to get off the bus outside Atticus Coffee to go in and set up their instruments for their headline show, which Joel and I also ran sound for and filmed! The later video was released on April 20 on Secret Circus video. This was all one Monday, and I had three broken ribs — different story, related to previously mentioned bottle of High West Whiskey celebration of the birth of mentioned new song. Anyway, my point is, #indielife doesn’t only mean Instagram pictures of beer in the sun and selfies at late night parties (@der_klabautermann), but also passion and dedication to our art, and we do work very hard! That, and subscribe to my YouTube channel YouTube.

com/SecretCircusVideo! ;-) Recently, and soon to be released videos include performances by Dustin Hamman, Silver City, Robin Scott, Roswell, Magpie, Denver, Jim Dixon, Hobbs, Jones & Miles, Ruidoso, Joel of Secret Circus, etc. Our video season will end with a Secret Circus duo performance of our new song “The Excuses We Make.” We shot it on a loft above Stellar Coffee in downtown Roswell. We couldn’t have done it without the help of Keith Jones, 4K Media, local artist Robin Scott, Stellar Coffee baristas Joel and Rachel Cederberg. The video will be released on our YouTube channel May 25. Sharing is caring. I’m happy to report that the community Facebook Page “Roswell Music Scene” has turned into a great thing! The

page quickly become the posting wall for band members and musicians looking for new collaborations, a channel for indie promotion, local discussions like “should local bands get payed to play” — the answer is yes. Yes, they should. Otherwise many of us won’t be able to afford to practice our art. It’s also become a great calendar and guide for local music events. People from all over our community have responded and added to the page and even the city government noticed some discussions and have invited select ambassadors to continue the discussions in city hall, in an attempt to nurture and promote the Roswell music scene and incorporate it into our blossoming art scene.

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Barbara Latham’s ‘Cactus Dancer’

History

From the Vault

Roswell Museum and Art Center By Sara Woodbury RMAC Curator of

Collections and Exhibitions

very museum has its curatorial mysteries, whether it’s not knowing the original title of a particular work, the artist who made it, or even exactly when it was acquired. Today, we’ll begin looking at one of these mystery works, Cactus Dancer by Barbara Latham (1896-1989). Unlike most of these articles, this story is a twopart adventure, so be sure to stay tuned for the second half next month. Originally from Walpole, Massachusetts, Latham moved with her family to Norwich, Connecticut as a child. She studied art at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn and at the Arts Student League Summer School in Woodstock, New York, where her teachers included modernist Andrew Dasburg. In 1925, she visited Taos for the first time while on a trip to Colorado and New Mexico. She moved to Taos in 1926, where she worked as a designer for Vancil Foster Greeting Cards. During her stay out there, she met and married fellow artist

Howard Cook (19011980). Over the next several years, they traveled around Europe, Mexico, Africa, and other places, eventually settling in Talpa, near Taos. Throughout her career, Latham worked as both an independent artist and as an illustrator for greeting cards and children’s books. As a painter, she worked in mediums as varied as watercolor, egg tempera, and oil. She was also a skilled printmaker, creating block prints and lithographs. Stylistically, Latham alternated between a highly detailed, naturalistic-looking style and more a simplified, abstract mode, depending on the nature of the medium and the work itself. Regardless of whether she was making a print or a children’s illustration, Latham’s work is often recognized for its sense of fluidity, color, and humor. Cactus Dancer is actually one of four works in the Museum collection. Three of these works are prints, while the fourth is a watercolor study. They each depict a fragment of a cactus skeleton with a

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lipstick-stained cloth behind it. The cactus skeleton has a vaguely human-like shape, and appears to be leaping or dancing across the page. The background consists of abstracted, cast shadows in different colors, with several hues overlapping one another. In both subject and style, the works closely resemble a group of paintings that Latham did in the 1940s that feature anthropomorphic pieces of wood and other objects such as

lipstick-stained lace, flowers, and crosses. Dreamlike in quality, these paintings have always intrigued me, so naturally I became very interested in the Cactus Dancer prints. I first saw these prints while I was perusing the Museum’s computer database several months ago. I immediately became interested in the works, but found that we had little information on them. At that time, they were all called Untitled, and classified as

lithographs. The actual dates for the pieces were also unknown, but that wasn’t altogether surprising, as Latham rarely dated her works. According to the object files, they were all found in the collection during a general inventory made in 2009, but there was no documentation describing how or when they first arrived at the Museum. Both Howard Cook and Barbara Latham made several large donations of their works to the Vision Magazine |

RMAC in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, so it seems likely that the four pieces were part of these substantial gifts. Aside from these few facts and assumptions, little was known about the prints, so it was time to do some research. Next month, I’ll tell you about what I’ve learned, and reveal how some microfilm from Washington D.C. helped to illuminate a couple of mysteries.

Thursday, May 7, 2015 /

UFOlogy

How varied might alien life forms be ?

Looking Up

By Donald Burleson

y definition, the phenomenon of life is self-replicating chemistry. A rock isn’t alive and can’t make copies of itself. A bacterium is alive and can. In any given planetary setting, all it takes for life to appear is the eventual formation (even if this may take hundreds of millions of years to occur) of a single self-copying molecule, which, in a predation-free environment, readily leads to billions of other such molecules. On our planet, this has happened by way of complex hydrocarbon compounds, in which the chief ingredient is carbon and the bond-

ing element is hydrogen. These compounds are the essential building blocks of DNA, the basis for all known life on Planet Earth. But it’s a very large and very old universe, and given countless billions of places where chemistry complex enough to form self-replicating molecules may exist, one has to suppose that a vast number of possibilities exist also, as to what evolving life could look like, conceivably taking forms greatly different from anything we’ve ever seen. For example, on some strange planet somewhere, the chemistry of

life might be based on silicon rather than carbon. Silicon has many of the same properties as carbon, including a capacity for forming many different kinds of strong chemical bonds. Exit the “carbon” in “hydrocarbon.” And maybe exit the “hydro” too, because chemical bonds can form by way of fluorine as the connecting ion instead of hydrogen. For all we know, self-copying molecules might just as well be fluoro-silicons as hydrocarbons. Who knows what such life forms might be like? Many scientists, however, have a long-standing and thoughtfully

derived “carbon bias.” They have reason to think the complexities of DNA or something similar to DNA would more likely form spontaneously from carbon atoms than from silicon. They may well be right, especially considering that, as we all know in the field of UFO studies, the alien life forms appearing in UFO reports are generally somewhat similar in form to humans. By all accounts, for example, the Roswell UFO crash bodies were symmetrically arranged biological entities having two arms, two legs, and one head with two eyes. This suggests not only

that these creatures are probably made of cells containing hydrocarbon DNA, but that in fact they most likely share a great number of genes and overall genetic organization with us. It’s anybody’s guess what this might imply. (Do aliens and we have some common genetic past?) My strong suspicion is that by now our government, acting in great secrecy, has extracted DNA from alien bodies and sequenced it to find how genetically different these creatures are, or aren’t, from us. Indeed it would be negligent not to have done this. Someone some-

where is sitting on the greatest scientific discovery of all time, one that might help clarify our own place in the cosmic scheme of things. We all have a right to know about this. But over the years government has bred a culture of excessive and counter-productive keeping of secrets.

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