Downtown Renewal • Aug 21-Sep 3, 2014 by Local iQ Magazine

INside F E AT UR E iQ writers spotlight 10 renovation projects that are poised to change the face of Downtown Albuquerque.

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University of New Mexico President Robert Frank discusses Innovate ABQ and its potential for boosting Downtown.

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Acclaimed environmental sculptor Christo to conduct lecture spotlighting upcoming works in Colorado and Abu Dhabi.

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ON THE COVER

FO O D Chef Josh Gerwin handcrafts a stripmall kitchen on Cerrillos Road into a culinary anchor.

ILLUSTRATION BY KEVIN HOPPER

CONTRIBUTORS EDITORIAL

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Abinash Achrekar Kyle Mullin Nelle Bauer Bill Nevins Mateo Coffman Nathan New Eric Francis Katherine Oostman Logan Greely Tish Resnik Randy Kolesky Todd Rohde Kristin Kurens David Steinberg Ana Loiselle Ben Tuasig Jim & Linda Maher Lisa VanDyke Brown Jordan Mahoney Steven J. Westman Dan Majewski Chloe WinegarSam Melada Garrett

Versatile North Carolina act The Avett Brothers’ star keeps rising with the release of ‘Magpie and the Dandelion.’

20 A R TS NM-raised Niki Johnson makes an art-world splash with evocative use of materials and cultural themes.

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Arts Events .........................26

1+1 ............................................ 11

Community Events .......... 32

Backyard Plot .................... 12

Live Music............................20

Curious Townie ....................6

F E AT UR E S Places To Be ..........................4 Marquee .................................. 5 Road Trip .............................. 21 Smart Music........................ 24 Smart Arts........................... 29 Crossword/Horoscope .... 31

Earth Talk .......................... 30 Film Reel ............................ 30 Key Ingredient .....................9 Small Bites ........................... 8 Stir It Up ..............................10 The Good Doctor ............ 13

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NOTHNG FOREVR Takeover

Manzano Hawk Watch

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FESTIVAL Santa Fe Indian Market 7a-5p, Sat.; 8a-5p, Sun.; Aug. 23-24 Santa Fe Plaza, 505.983.5220

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014 marks the 93rd annual Indian Market and festival in Santa Fe. Every year this event draws over 1,100 Native artists and 175,000 attendees from around the world on the common ground of art representing heritage, making it the largest Native arts market in existence. Throughout the week, events such as film screenings, book signings, artist tributes, concerts, supply and fashion shows, art symposiums, cultural dances, children’s activities, auctions and much more offer a chance to interact with the evolution of Native American heritage into contemporary identities. The week culminates in a two-day market that takes place in the heart of Santa Fe and spreads outward down the streets, filling the city with colors, textures, music and life. —KO

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READING Hampton Sides 7p, Thu., Aug. 28 Bookworks 4022 Rio Grande NW, 505.344.8139

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anta Fe historian Hampton Sides’ new book, In the Kingdom of Ice: The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette, is a thrilling story of an expedition gone horribly wrong. The Jeannette left San Francisco in July 1879, bound for the North Pole. But the ship became trapped in ice and the hull was breached. The crew was forced to abandon ship, marooning the men about a thousand miles north of Siberia. Most died of starvation and exposure. A handful were rescued and lived to tell the tale of their harrowing adventure. Sides will make an appearance at Bookwork to discuss this story of courage, comradeship and sacrifice. He’s also the author of Blood and Thunder, about Kit Carson and the conquest of the American West, and Hellhound on His Trail, about James Earl Ray’s stalking of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. —DS

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he fall migration of raptors along the Manzano Mountains has been a significant data collection point for HawkWatch International since 1985, when the organization first started tracking annual migration counts along this New Mexico range. In the years since, annual counts of 5,000 to 7,000 raptors of 18 different species — from Cooper’s hawks to northern goshawks to ospreys and golden eagles — have been tallied by observers who man Capilla Peak, notebook in hand, for two months every fall. The public is invited to observe this migration of raptors going south for the winter. See hawks, falcons and eagles up close before they are returned to the wild after banding. Bring food, water, extra clothing, sunscreen and a camera. There are few things more majestic than a raptor in flight. —ME

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OTHNG FOREVR is a recently formed collective aiming to touch your brain. The musical and visual artist collective comprises electronic bass producers Reighnbeau, BK Beats, The 1960 Sci-Fi Era and Nathan New. Visual artist Ethnograph rounds out the crew with psychedelic projections that play behind the musicians during performance. Local futurist propaganda scion James Swagerty designs for the group, creating a dark, chromed vision of blood and oil. The point of a collective is to further the individual’s efforts through collaboration. To that end, the members of NOTHNG FOREVR have arranged their first official showcase, or takeover, for this Saturday at Burt’s Tiki Lounge. Come ye mighty, come ye meek, and feel the bass, and drink and rejoice. For the time is now, for we are young at heart, and nothing lasts forever. —JT

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Burt’s Tiki Lounge 313 Gold SW, 505.247.2878

VSA N4th Theater 4904 4th NW, 505.345.2872

ooks have the power to transport a reader’s mind. But what if a book had the power to transport all of us into its pages? Siblings Jack and Annie can do just that, visiting their magic tree house filled with books that have the power to whisk them away to different worlds. Reading about medieval times, Annie becomes captivated by the Black Knight and the quest one must complete to become a knight. Through their adventure, these siblings learn about heart, trust and what being chivalrous means. Based on Mary Pope Osborne’s book, with story by Jenny Laird and lyrics by Randy Courts and Will Osborne, this family-friendly adaptation is sure to delight as you’re shipped off to the Dark Ages. Take note of the special opening-night performance and reception on Thu., Aug. 21, at 6:30p, when all proceeds benefit the New Mexico Make-A-Wish Foundation. —MC

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The where to go and what to do from Aug. 21 to Sep. 3

LECTURE Urban Renewal with Tony Hsieh 6p, Wed., Sep. 3 James A. Little Theater 1060 Cerrillos, Santa Fe, 505.988.1234

$20/$5 (Stu.) ticketssantafe.org

any New Mexico downtowns are in need of an overhaul. Entrepreneur Tony Hsieh, CEO of the Las Vegas, Nev.-based online clothing retailer Zappos.com, knows something about messy overhauls — he’s currently funding a five-year, $350 million project focused on the growth and revitalization of Las Vegas’ deteriorating downtown. He’ll take the stage in Santa Fe to discuss the failures, challenges and successes that he has been met with so far. Focusing on connection, collaboration and commitment, Hsieh’s ideal of a thriving and open downtown may just be the jolt of life that cities like Santa Fe need. Joining Hsieh will be Santa Fe Institute professor Geoffrey West, who will discuss what research tells us about urban growth and cities, and what the implications for Santa Fe might be. —MC

MARQUEE

Christo uncovered Acclaimed environmental sculptor Christo to conduct lecture spotlighting upcoming works in Colorado and Abu Dhabi BY KATHERINE OOSTMAN

ot many artists could make a career out of draping natural attractions, yet Christo and his late wife Jeanne-Claude certainly did. For more than 50 years the couple enchanted and provoked the minds of many by integrating textiles into natural and architectural structures in order to create an interesting visual piece. Their work spanned the globe, featuring urban and rural LECTURE installments in New York City, Paris, Berlin, Japan, California Christo and Colorado. 6-8p, Fri., Aug. 22 ALBUQUERQUE MUSEUM Architects of perspective, Christo 2000 MOUNTAIN NW, and Jeanne-Claude often spent 505.242.4600 SOLD OUT decades working their projects albuquerquemuseum.org to completion. “We never work on only one project because we never know if we will get permission for a project,” Christo once explained in an interview with Time. Because their installations often took place on land owned by others, their work was inherit everything that is inherent in the temporary, leaving sketches and conceptual space to become part of the work of art. All art as the remnants of masterpieces. Those our projects are like fabulous expeditions. sketches and conceptual renderings are the The story of each project is unique. Our basis of the Christo & Jeanne-Claude: The Tom projects have no precedent.” Golden Collection exhibit currently on display They recognized their creations were not at the Albuquerque Museum, and it is work necessarily a catalyst for change, and they that Christo has continued after Jeannedid not even acknowledge that their work Claude’s death in 2009. was important. Christo told Time, “The most “When the project starts, we don’t really important part to grasp is that all of these know what it is. Even visually, we don’t have projects are originated by us. … Jeannethe idea,” Christo explained in the same Claude always said that these projects exist interview. “But all of this is an adventure. simply because we want to see them. They’re I think it would be absolutely boring to totally irrational and absolutely unnecessary. work the way many artists do. Because we They cannot be bought, you can’t charge for don’t know what will happen, it’s extremely tickets. The world can exist without them. invigorating. And we get to deal with so And this carries a kind of absolute freedom.” many people outside the art world. The art No matter what landmark was transformed world is boring!” by the couples’ unstoppable imagination, Born on the same day in June 1935, Christo one thing was apparent in every piece and Jeanne-Claude were destined to be life produced. With 20 projects completed partners. They met in Paris when Christo and scores more still in various stages initiated his vision by wrapping cans in of planning, Christo and Jeanne-Claude fabric. They married and moved to New understood the meaning of dedication. The York, where their collaboration blossomed duo’s loyalty and perseverance to their work into a world-renowned career. reflected their relationship with each other. The art of Christo and Jeanne-Claude Christo’s sold-out lecture at the Albuquerque represents a kind of freedom of expression Museum will focus on, among other things, not often found in traditional art circles. his upcoming projects — Over the River, Their canvas was the world and their Project for the Arkansas River, State of Colorado material the matter of their own minds. and Abu Dhabi Mastaba (Project for United In an interview with National Geographic, Arab Emirates). The museum’s exhibit on Christo stated, “We borrow space and create the career of Christo and Jeanne-Claude gentle disturbances for a few days. We runs through Sep. 14. Christo, 79, stands in front of a sketch of the Abu Dhabi Mastaba project for the United Arab Emirates (above, center). At right is his sketch of the Over the River project in Colorado. An exhibit on the his career and that of his late wife Jeanne-Claude runs through Sep. 14 at the Albuquerque Museum.

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

CULTURE

Rebel Donut Dash strives to alleviate hunger in New Mexico

hat! Really? When I was first invited to run, walk, jog and dash my way through an exciting course that weaves over, under, around and through a donut wonderland — where I can stop at a water station and grab a mini donut from Rebel Donuts or keep on running to win fantastic prizes, then stay all day and enjoy donut-themed activities for the whole family (a food-truck alley, beer garden and great music), all with costumes encouraged — I thought to myself that I must have dreamt this scenario, as it’s too Wonkaesque to really be happening. But it’s true. And how incredibly fun does this sound? Albuquerque’s very own Rebel Donut is sponsoring this event to benefit The Storehouse, New Mexico’s largest food pantry

(more about the Storehouse later on). Rebel has also teamed up with my friend Tiffany Ficklin, who runs Bravo Alpha Events. Tiffany is known for making a splash with a sense of humor, whimsy and panache. I cannot wait to see what is going to happen! Taking place at Balloon Fiesta Park on Sat., Aug. 30, the first annual Rebel Donut Dash is sure to be visually cool as well as a hoot to participate in. And just imagine the specially

themed donuts for this day! Things kick off at 8a. You will be assigned a specific heat, so watch your email for details. Packet pickup will be at ABQ Running Shop on the day prior (6550 Holly NE, 505.293.2786, abqrunningshop. com) — again, watch your email for details. Kids are welcome, but not pets. Parking is $10, while price per participant is $60 (see facebook. com/rebeldonutdash) and includes a T-shirt. If that price is prohibitive for you, hurry up and check Groupon, where signup is $35. Now, if you are not familiar with The Storehouse (106 Broadway SE, thestorehouseabq.org), let me fill you in on what they do. For the past several decades, this organization has been one of the largest foodshare nonprofits in New Mexico. In 2013, The Storehouse provided 3 million meals to well over 50,000 New Mexicans. Tragically, we have the second highest rate of childhood poverty in the United States and rank first out of 50 states in childhood food insecurity, with nearly 30 percent of New Mexico children suffering from food insecurity. Storehouse customers go “shopping” for food and clothing once a month, but not on the same day. A valid New Mexico ID card or driver’s license is required for all adults in the

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Think "donuts" and "fun run” can’t go together? Think again as Rebel Donut (one of which is pictured above) will hold its inaugural Rebel Donut Dash on Aug. 30 at Balloon Fiesta Park.

household, and a birth certificate or school registration card is required for all minor children in the home. You can contribute donations of unexpired nonperishable food, gently used clothing and small household items. Or see if they have volunteer shifts available. Giving money is a help as well. Or just go down and be part of the Rebel Donut Dash on Aug. 30! Steven J. Westman writes about the people and events of his hometown Albuquerque. He can be reached at steven@local-iQ.com.

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

FOOD

SMALL BITES BY MIKE ENGLISH

Parquito concept a possible urban jewel

PHOTOS BY WES NAMAN

Though the creative and lively menu of Chef Josh Gerwin (pictured) is no longer just a short drive to Corrales’ Casa Vieja, his Santa Fe location on Cerrilos Road is not far at all considering the quality of his food. Whether it is inventive, carefully crafted sandwiches, like the Goat Torta (bottom right) or the El Pato Loco (duck confit, bottom middle), or wood-fired pizzas like the Pizza de Gallo, this casual eatery is fast becoming a Santa Fe favorite.

Fields so good Chef Josh Gerwin (formerly of Casa Vieja) handcrafts a strip-mall kitchen on Cerrillos Road into a culinary anchor Needless to say, space is tight here. It’s even tighter when Dr. Field Goods is full he first commercial kitchen that of patrons, which is quite often. This shouldn’t Josh Gerwin worked in was that of be a popular place, due to its location in an a popular sandwich chain, located otherwise nondescript, somewhat hidden on Cerrillos in Santa Fe. Since then, strip mall. The secret? Really, really good food Gerwin has gone on to work at kitchens in happily served up by an obviously tight-knit California and Arizona, graduate with honors crew of energetic 20-somethings. from the New England Culinary Institute, open the standout Corrales restaurant Casa Vieja Those who remember (and (now defunct), start a food truck yearn for) the menu at Casa and collect a large stockpot full of Vieja will be downright giddy R E V I E W awards and accolades. at the thought of once again diving into Gerwin’s signature So it may come as a surprise that Dr. Field bowl (yes, bowl) of baked-toGerwin is back in the very same Goods order enchiladas ($14-$16). kitchen he started in. 2860 CERRILLOS, STE. A1, Served as vegetarian, green SANTA FE, 505.471.0043 Only this time, the Blimpie sign HOURS: chile chicken, red chile buffalo, is gone, and in its place is the 11a-9p, Sun.-Thu.; or both green and red, this name of Gerwin’s own restaurant, 11a-10p, Fri.-Sat. plate alone is enough to entice Dr. Field Goods, a clever riff on drfieldgoods.com A-town foodies into a long drive Mötley Crüe’s 1989 LP. Fitting, for dinner. Add an egg on top since the tattoo-clad Gerwin has and you will be over the moon. always taken a very rock ’n’ roll Other dishes that made the trip from Corrales approach to food. are the succulent mushroom soup ($7/bowl, Dr. Field Goods, along with a few more $4/cup) and the famous (in foodie circles) New Gerwin-backed eateries to arrive in the near Mexican ($13), a sandwich that Gerwin created future, is no different. Rock music is piped to pay homage to his home state — green chileinto the speakers while flat-screen TVs display rubbed, smoked pulled pork topped with sharp baseball games (sound off). The wrap-around cheddar and a crunchy apple-jicama slaw. bar, lined with an impressive row of craft beer Sandwiches and burgers constitute most of taps, anchors the center of the relatively small the menu here, which lends even more of restaurant. Behind the bar is a wood-burning an approachable air to the eatery. My favorite pizza oven, handmade by Gerwin. Next to that is his “walk-in” cooler, which is really just a has always been the New Mexican, but after reach-in. tasting the Goat Torta ($15), I am torn. For this BY KEVIN HOPPER

sandwich, Gerwin expertly combines local goat barbacoa, refried beans and a confounding texture element in soft apples, plus a spicy goat cheese spread on house-made bread. Goat also appears on the menu in the form of bratwurst ($15), served on a bun slathered with green chile and sauerkraut. Other highlights from Gerwin’s kitchen enjoyed by my dining companions included the vegetable arancini appetizer (a deep fried risotto ball stuffed with roasted vegetables and topped with house-made mozzarella and marinara, $7) and chips and queso, $6. There was also an out-of-this-world pork chop special served with a small, comforting bowl of warm cubed apples and Gerwin’s signature patatas bravas, topped with green or red chile aioli. The chop was the perfect temperature and paired extremely well with the still slightly crunchy apples. There was so much on the menu that I didn’t get to try, I’m already planning another trip north. The handcrafted pizza, for one, and the pork and duck confit, for two. The third reason is just to witness the boyish exuberance of Chef Gerwin, who has obviously arrived at his happy place. It’s going to keep getting happier as Gerwin’s plans for a Jewish-style bakery are well underway (to open a few doors down in the coming months), along with a charcuterie in the same complex. And, possibly, there could be another concept right here in Albuquerque (fingers crossed). Stay tuned, but do so with a craft beer in one hand and a goat torta in the other.

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n the scale of projects changing the face of Downtown Albuquerque, this one, by itself, is barely a blip on the radar. But as a statement about the kind of urban environment people would like to see in the Duke City, it looms large. The “parquito” outside Zendo Art + Espresso (413 2nd SW, 505.926.1636) will create a miniature park or public space directly outside the shop’s door — essentially stealing a car-parking space for some raised planters and a couple of bistro tables, et voila, Zendo gets a patio and pedestrians get a small oasis. The project is being organized by Zendo and Urban ABQ, and is meant to serve as a 60-day pilot project to test the feasibility of the parklet concept in the Duke City. These curbside sidewalk extensions are common in urban areas around the world and provide an affordable way to create comfortable urban public space. Organizers for the Zendo parquito project have created an indiegogo page (indiegogo.com/projects/zendoparquito) in hopes of raising $5,000 for materials, construction and city permits. If the project is a hit, the plan is to create a number of these “little urban jewels,” as the website says. The fundraising deadline is Sep. 10, and donations are welcome.

Ale Republic: beer democracy

here’s no slaking the thirst of craft beer enthusiasts in Albuquerque, and another pub and brewery is eager to add itself to the mix. This one has a 20-to-30something Millennial edge that makes it unique. Ale Republic is the brainchild of Patrick Johnson, Aaron Giombolini and Dylan Wood (and friends). The trio founded a popular monthly “Beer Underground” event at Johnson’s UNM-area house, which features a variety of New Mexico beers as well as Johnson’s own brews. And that’s basically the model for Ale Republic, which is envisioned as a home for 30-plus taps of New Mexico’s seasonal and experimental beers, as well as unique house beers brewed on a state-of-the-art small-batch system. Organizers are developing an Ale Republic app to review and rate beers and vote for what should be served. They also want to offer wine taps, a music stage and a comfortable outdoor patio, possibly in the Downtown area. Ale Republic is in the “build it and they will come” stage, and Johnson et al are seeking funding via a Kickstarter campaign. For more information about Ale Republic and the fundraising effort, which ends Sep. 8, go to kickstarter. com/projects/1965699311/ale-republicthe-capital-of-beer-democracy.

FOOD

Farm-to-table a fine line for eateries

wenty-plus years ago, Wendell Berry penned The Pleasures of Eating, an oft-cited manifesto of eating as an agricultural act. He enumerated how and why consumers should move away from mere consumption of food toward a more involved existence of food production. He suggested growing one’s own food — even if just a simple patio pot of tomatoes — and preparing one’s own food. He emphasized the importance of knowing who is growing the food and where it is coming from, and of shortening the distance that food travels between a farm and a table. Fast-forward to the present day and the tenets are more apparent than ever. Restaurants name farmers on their menus. Farmers’ markets are bustling centers of social activity. Diners are asking questions and showing concern for terms like farm-raised, grass-fed, sustainably harvested and food miles traveled. As a chef and owner of a successful restaurant, it is our daily practice to honor consumers’ curiosity and desire to be part of the food system that feeds them. We wait with baited breath, every Sunday, for texts from our local farmers for the week’s offering of vegetables. We are on tenterhooks for emails from our meat and fish purveyors for the day’s haul and the fresh slaughters. It makes for work that can only be described as unpredictable. Although we practice this unpredictability day-in and day-out with our restaurant, we find that it requires weekly, if not daily, reminders to our diners of what we have done and continue to do. The coming two months at Jennifer James 101 bring a series of Thursday dinners emphasizing the local bounty. These are three-course meals for $25. We ask diners to request the meal when making their reservations so that we can plan for minimal waste and maximum enjoyment. This particular series is, in one of our staff’s words, “Iron Chef-like.” Through the end of September, each of our Thursday dinners is a single-ingredient showcase of Burque’s abundance. We have accomplished meals of carrots, onions, pork and so on. But this series is slightly more ambitious than ever before. This time around, in addition to

the veggie offerings, we are utilizing Gruet wine and Michael Thomas Coffee as ingredients. Our intent is to draw awareness not just to farmers, but to food and beverage artisans: people who, like us, toil every day to impact as minimally as possible the earth from which our food comes, and as maximally as possible the experience a diner gets from consuming what we produce. It is a fine line to walk. Do we wave our big green flag around, yelling, “Look at us! We use local ingredients!” while purchasing our peanut oil for deep frying at food industry giants? Isn’t it somewhat hypocritical of us? Yes. And no. On a recent offering of menu additions, we detailed the names of each farm that grew our arugula, onions, beef and blackberries. And, in our continued efforts to be transparent and honest and thoughtful, we also listed that our heirloom tomatoes came from California. The box said Oxnard, and besides that we couldn’t tell you much about them, other than they were beautiful, large slicing tomatoes of a somewhat bland flavor profile. It’s an interesting bandwagon to be on, but it’s the only bandwagon we have ever known.

There is a practicality to receiving a case of hydroponically grown lettuce, perfectly the same in size and shape, that will keep in our refrigerator for a week. Yet there is also an excitement to receiving a dirty box of Armenian cucumbers all coiled over and around one another, delivered by a somewhat disheveled local farmer. It’s a balance of being able to give diners what they (think they) want, and of what will offer us consistency and quality. Owning a restaurant is a daily effort in being both a business owner and a part of a nourishing food system. A few years ago, Chef Thomas Keller came under heavy fire for saying (and I paraphrase poorly) it wasn’t his job to save the world; it is his job to feed people well. I couldn’t agree and disagree more. What we have maintained, and what has made us successful, is to be part of the conversation. Be honest. Stay off the soapbox. Be excited about beautiful fresh albacore tuna that was in the water yesterday and on our menu today, even if we had to FedEx it from the Pacific Northwest. Pass up the rusty local lettuces that are unappealing to the eye, even though they are grown less than 10 miles from the restaurant. Buy as much local corn as possible so we can shuck and freeze it to use the rest of the year. Splurge on gorgeous cherry tomatoes from Sterling Gardens and skip the ones sold “onthe-vine” at the grocery. We know that a business is only sustainable if it stays in business. We aren’t cooking and serving food to win awards and be named “best of.” We are simple. We make enough money to pay our

PHOTO BY WES NAMAN

No one would argue with the virtue of eating produce from local farms and gardens. But being involved with your food, conscious of where it comes from and thoughtful in its preparation might be more important than a knee-jerk impulse toward “local” food.

rent and our employees. We operate a 12-table restaurant because it is what we love to do. Sometimes the food that we serve can’t come from the local farm, and when it doesn’t, we’ll tell you. In the meantime, right now, when local farms are bursting at the seams, most of it does. And we will do as little as possible to it so that you can see and taste and experience what it means to be close to your food. Nelle Bauer is co-chef/co-owner of Jennifer James 101. She believes in eating slow, tasting all the bites and having good company around the table.

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

DRINK

Ain’t nothin’ sweeter than a Georgia peach

PHOTO BY WES NAMAN

ou may have heard of the bluesman who heads down to the crossroads to secure his six-string prowess by making a pact with the devil. Although I didn’t seek out such a pact, I once was party to a similar scenario. I was on a mixologically inspired search for some Holy Grails of cocktails when my quest landed me deep in the belly of Georgia. Now, one wouldn’t normally associate Georgia with the craft of the cocktail, but there was a buzz on the wire that some high-quality libations were being birthed in the backwoods somewhere south of Macon. Apparently, one had to know someone who knew someone to find the source of these potent potables. I had no leads. Nonetheless, I figured I would just start asking around. Soon enough I had a fistful of bar napkins scribbled with vectors, trajectories, passwords, aliases and “yeah, I reckon tha place is somehow o’re thar down ner tha Daniel’s spread.” I was positive I had the info I needed to find this haven of creative cocktailing, so I donned my finest spirit-swilling threads, jumped into my car and headed into the thick mist of a Southern night. I was driving and flipping through my fistful of bar napkins when I spotted one such napkin I remember not previously reading. In red ink: “iS AiN’T A place for y’all.” My eye caught for a second too long. I see not the bend in the road. BAM. Bam. Bam bam bam. The car stops. It’s jammed into the side of a creek bed. I’m fine. The airbags didn’t even deploy. I hear music and laughter. The radio is off. I get out of the car and plod my way along the creek bed. The fog is thick. The cacophony of music and laughter seems to grow as I slosh through the ankle-deep water. Then there’s the faint throb of a red neon light. How did I not see that from afar? I must be working too hard. I’m thirsty. And the music sounds divine. This must be it. Stan’s Place. In the middle of nowhere. I can’t wait to get me one of them there famous cocktails. A heavenly elixir. I pop inside. I see a spot at the bar and squeeze in. “What’ll you have?” the bartender says, studying me through horn-rimmed glasses. I believe I tell her I want the house specialty. She holds my gaze for a minute, gives me a curt nod, flips her raven mane and glides away. Next thing you know, I have the most beautiful looking cocktail in my hand. I taste it. Outstanding! What is it? May I have the recipe? Yes, but with it a price. I will have to check with Bub, she says. Soon I am in a black room where I’m told I can have the recipe for this most delicious, most outstanding cocktail in exchange for my soul. Ha! I think ‘tis not quite worth the price. Bub tries to make me an offer I can’t refuse. I don’t budge. Bub looks at me and mouths, “Last chance.” I shake my head. “Your loss!” he growls. “Stick around, enjoy the show. BUT, do not ask for any more recipes.” I clink glasses with Bub and walk back out into the Place. I watch a damn good fiddle-cutting session that seems to go on forever. Everyone is so enthralled that I sneak out with my outstanding cocktail in hand. I take it to a lab and have it analyzed. Below is what they told me is in Stan’s Grilled Peach-Basil Margarita. I am taking a huge risk publishing this recipe. The mediums I have consulted tell me only the Taos hum keeps me safe and alive.

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Stan’s Grilled Peach-Basil Margarita Ingredients: 1 ripe peach fresh basil 1 oz. lime juice .5 oz. Luxardo Triple Sec 1.5 oz. Milagro Tequila Reposado Basil salt, recipe follows Method: First, we have to make sure we have a really ripe peach, otherwise the cocktail will have an undesirable bitter taste. Check out La Montañita Co-op or your favorite growers’ market for their in-season, high-quality, readyto-eat peaches. Slice your peach into thick chunks, and place them on a hot barbecue grill just long enough to impart a subtle smoky flavor and leave some grill marks. Remove and let cool. Next, muddle five or six basil leaves in the bottom of a mixing glass. Add half of your grilled peach and muddle well. If your peach is plenty ripe, you will have a nice, sweet basil-peach puree at this point. Add the lime juice to your mixing glass. Pour in the triple sec and tequila. Add ice, shake and strain over fresh ice into your favorite basil-saltrimmed cocktail glass. (I like to double strain as much of the cocktail as my patience allows, so that peach skin and basil leaf pieces are minimal.) Garnish with a slice of grilled peach and a big ol’ basil leaf. Oh man, that smells and looks like heaven in a glass. Get away devil, get away!

Basil Salt Making basil salt is easy and fun. Simply place equal parts basil and coarse kosher salt in a food processor (I used my coffee grinder), and get those blades spinning. You’ll soon have a moist, green salty paste, which you will then spread on a baking pan and put into an oven at a low heat until the paste is dry. I then add a bit more coarse kosher salt, put the mixture into a small jar and shake until I have a homogenized final product perfect for fancy cocktails or sprinkling on fresh heirloom tomatoes. Randy Kolesky is pretty easy to find in the summer months (or any month really) as he tends bar at EDo restaurant anchor Artichoke Cafe.

DRINK

Wrap up your summer in red, white and pink

ummer is winding down with afternoon rainstorms and nights that drop into the 60s. Sure, we still have our blistering high-noon 90s, but the mutable weather makes some folks moody and mercurial when it comes to picking a bottle of wine. Do I want it with food? If so, what kind of food? Am I even hungry anymore? Do I want white because it’s hot outside, or do I want red because I caught a cool breeze getting out of the pool? Well, as I do every month, I have surveyed the local shelves for three simple recommendations to meet your moods in the middle. One white, one rosé and one red.

Pink, Punk, Drink, Drunk I have to begin with a final plea (for this year at least) to give rosé a chance if you haven’t already. The clever and cheeky chaps behind Mouton Noir (French for “Black Sheep”) have produced a real gem of a rosé, and you ought to treat yourself before it disappears. It’s called “Love Drunk,” and the 2013 vintage is here ... for now. The Mouton Noir guys make wine in a very French style (specifically like the Burgundy region) but in Dundee, Ore. This rosé is a classic blend of mostly chardonnay and enough pinot noir to turn it pink and ground it with some earthy flavors. The

pink is almost a Jolly Rancher hue, while the flavor reminds me of watermelon. But make no mistake, this is NOT a sweet wine. It is bursting with fresh fruit (like a crushed strawberry) but very little sugar. Treat yourself to a bottle for around $18 at Quarters Wyoming and Jubilation. You can have it with salmon on the grill or by itself on the porch at sunset. Either way, even the most experienced wine enthusiast will be surprised by its complexity and depth mixed with simple charm.

Marlborough, Man!

Paso Del Noroeste

I tried a number of whites this month, with a focus on approachability and affordability. While the rosé is amazing, it’s not for everyone. For this month’s white recommendation, I chose New Zealand sauvignon blanc. If you haven’t tried sauvignon blanc from this neck of the woods, you should at least taste what it has to offer, then decide whether you like it. Marlborough, New Zealand, is the northernmost part of the South Island, and very little has to be done to the sauvignon blanc that grows

Love Drunk by Oregon’s Mouton Noir Winery, $18

there to create great wine. The flavors are simple and straightforward: bright acidity like limes, pineapple and kiwi matched only by crisp dryness. This wine is bright, accessible and refreshing. And it’s straightforward enough to satisfy even the most staunch red wine enthusiast. Pick up a Marlborough-grown sauvignon blanc at Quarters, Whole Foods or Jubilation for around $15, and share it with friends at the book club, supper club or yarnbombing club. Lastly, I had to find an interesting red to recommend that’s around $16, because I know there are countless wine drinkers out there (mostly dudes) who choose to only drink red wine. That’s fine. “Drink what you like” is the first rule of wine drinking. If you drink mindfully, your palate will guide you (with the aid of a knowledgeable waiter, bartender or even wine writer). This month I thought of light reds that still have some depth, character and nuance, yet won’t break the bank. I settled on

a relative newcomer to the market, the Spanish grape mencía. I have long enjoyed this grape for its mix of dark fruit with a certain spice and aroma all its own. We finally have a good one available in Albuquerque called “Sila” from Bodegas Pazos del Rey, a winemaker from Galicia in Northwest Spain. This mencía is a great introduction to this amazing grape. They age it in French oak just long enough to impart a smoky, resinous quality but without adding too much wood and burying the fruit flavors. You can have it with grilled meats as you hang on to barbecue season for another month or two, or drink it by itself. Just don’t put it up against anything too heavy (like a tenderloin with horseradish or blue cheese) because it doesn’t have the tannic acid to stand up to all that spice or fat. Really, it’s just a nice way to slowly usher in the fall. Find it at Whole Foods, Quarters on Wyoming or Jubilation. As always I welcome your questions or comments, and especially your personal wine drinking experiences. Cheers. Sam Melada is a nurse at UNMH by night (and day) and a wine lover by day (and night). He can be reached at sam@local-iQ.com.

Sila from Bodegas Pazos del Rey in NW Spain, $16

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GARDENING

Bale your way to a garden bounty

ndiana was a family vacation destination, to visit my father’s childhood homestead. It was, in its heyday, a fully functioning farm with the typical farm animals like pigs, cows, chickens and a couple of horses. Crops were grown to sustain the livestock and feed the family. Meals while we visited on farm included fresh-picked corn, tomatoes, cucumbers and squash. The taste and quality of the home-grown food was remarkable, and led to a romanticized notion of farming. The realization of the hard work and effort put into those fresh vegetables did not become apparent until I planted my first vegetable garden at the age of 18. The sustainable gardening trend has increased over the past 10 years, making edible plants the largest growing facet of the gardening industry. But, let’s face it — gardening is a challenge in New Mexico, with undesirable soils and extreme weather. Those who have become successful food growers in our area can tell you many tales of trials and tribulations on their road to a consistent garden bounty. With determination, patience and understanding, anyone can become a successful gardener. One of the newer concepts in gardening is straw-bale gardening, or using bales of straw for planting. This style of gardening benefits gardeners with small spaces, poor soil or limited physical abilities. Weeding is less of a problem and plants seem to thrive under the growing conditions. Let’s take a look at how it’s done. 1. FOR PLACEMENT OF THE BALES, select an area that has full sun and is accessible

to water. Spacing plants in the bales will be the same as in the ground. The number of plants will determine the number of bales for the garden. 2. PLACE LANDSCAPE FABRIC or a few inches of mulch under and around the bales to prevent weeds. Place the cut side of the bale facing up, allowing the hollow tubes of the straw to absorb moisture. The tied side of the bale should be parallel to the ground. Make sure to leave enough space between bales to fit a wheel barrel and for easy access to both sides of the garden. 3. PREPARATION OF THE BALES takes about two weeks prior to planting. The bale of straw should begin composting before planting. This process is done through a series of steps. Refer to www.growandmake.com/ straw_bale_garden for complete instructions on composting the bales. 4. ONCE THE BALES HAVE COMPLETED the cycle of preparation, they are ready for planting. If seeds are to be spread, place a 2- to 3-inch layer of soil for seeding, and water the seeds in well. If transplanting, use a trowel to make a crack or small hole in the bale deep

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enough for the plant’s root ball. Fill the area around the plant with potting soil. Water thoroughly after planting. 5. INSTALL A SOAKER HOSE down the length of the bale to give the garden a gentle and even amount of water. Watering and fertilizing are essential to a bountiful harvest. The bales should not dry out, especially in the beginning stages of the garden. In extreme heat, they may need water twice a day. As the bales begin to decompose, they will hold more water and need less watering. Any annual vegetable, herb or flower should thrive in a straw bale garden, though they do need six to eight hours of full sun and will need to be fertilized about once a week. To enhance the esthetics of the garden, the sides of the bales can be used to plant flowers or trailing herbs. Some straw bale gardeners place a layer of bark mulch along the sides of the bales to help retain moisture. Once the plants start to mature, the bales will have all the beauty of a successful garden. Straw bales will last a season of gardening. The used straw can be thrown in compost bins, used as an addition to soils or to cover a path in next year’s garden. The mystery of gardening in Albuquerque could well be solved with the innovation of strawbale gardening. I may have a vegetable stand in the nursery next year. Check our website for updates! Tish Resnik is the owner of Great Outdoors Nursery. She can be reached at info@greatoutdoorsabq.com.

HEALTH

Seven steps to living a longer, healthier life

Simple, effective ways to prevent stroke and cardiovascular disease

e have all heard claims of products or treatments that will make you live longer, most of which likely have no scientific support. What if I told you there is a way for you to live a long and healthy life that has been thoroughly studied by doctors? Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death in America, and it is almost completely preventable. We already know how to do it, and it just requires a few simple steps. For the first time, the American Heart Association has defined “ideal cardiovascular health” and identified seven health factors and lifestyle behaviors that support heart health, called “Life’s Simple Seven.” Improvements in these seven areas can greatly impact your quality of life and life span. Let me emphasize, these are not just “seven good ideas.” These are THE seven most important things you can do to live a healthy life free from cardiovascular disease and stroke! Let’s look at each more closely.

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is the single most significant risk factor for heart disease. Uncontrolled hypertension can injure or kill you. It’s sometimes called “the silent killer” because

it has no symptoms. One in three adults has hypertension. Check and know your blood pressure regularly and see your doctor about treatment.

The American Heart Association recommends 150 minutes or more of moderate physical activity each week. Just like eating, sleeping and brushing your teeth, physical activity is one of life’s basics; it must be done. Just move in some way that increases your heart rate. I am not talking about marathon training here. Choose activities you can enjoy. A walking program has the best success rate because people stay with it.

Check and control your cholesterol. Some cholesterol is important for good health, but too much cholesterol in your blood puts you at major risk for heart disease and stroke. How do you control cholesterol? First, follow your healthcare provider’s advice, which will likely include making healthy food choices and possible medication. About 25 percent of your cholesterol comes directly from what you eat. Pay attention to your food choices.

Eating for good health means choosing lots of fruits and vegetables, whole-grain carbohydrates, fat-free or low-fat dairy products and training yourself to avoid foods and drinks with high sodium or added sugar. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids like fish should be eaten regularly. It’s great for your heart and your brain. It can be tough to change eating habits, but it’s easier when you have a plan. Take stock of what you have in your kitchen at home. A food journal makes it easy to see the areas where you can make simple improvements. Substitute good choices.

If you’re overweight, don’t waste your energy feeling guilty or bad about it. Instead, do something positive. BMI is key. BMI is a height-to-weight comparison that helps you identify the healthy weight target for your height. If your BMI is higher than 25, you need to bring that number down. Losing weight means changing the balance of calories in to calories out. But remember, there are two sides to weight loss. Often, when we diet, we focus on decreasing our calorie intake, but there’s another, equally important factor — we need to increase the calories we burn.

Even if you’ve smoked for years, your body can start the repair process as soon as you stop smoking. If you’re ready to quit, it’s a good idea to talk with your healthcare provider. Medication can be helpful for some people during the kick-the-habit phase

and research shows combining medical and behavioral therapies can increase success rates.

Reducing blood sugar decreases the development of diabetes. Diabetes is almost always complicated by cardiovascular disease. Our digestion turns all carbohydrates into sugar, which is then carried throughout your bloodstream to give you energy. Simple sugars, like sweets and white bread, are very quickly converted into glucose, which can lead to diabetes. Complex carbohydrates like whole-wheat breads, grains fruits and vegetables take longer to digest, helping to keep your energy supply steady. Remember, “Life’s Simple Seven” work together to help you build a better and stronger life. By improving in one area, like your blood sugar levels, you are likely to improve your weight and nutrition, too. However, without a plan, you’ll be at an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and other illnesses and disabilities. You may see an increased need for surgeries and other medical treatments, and you’ll almost certainly face a diminished quality of life. FOCUS ON YOUR GOAL: to feel your best and live a healthy life. By taking small steps one day at a time, one meal at a time and one walk at a time, you will start to notice a difference in your energy level and your sense of well-being as you choose good health. Dr. Abinash Achrekar is an assistant professor of cardiology, internal medicine and public health at the University of New Mexico. Send comments or questions to abinash@local-iQ.com.

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hen I moved to Albuquerque in 2001, Jim Baca was mayor and there was excitement in the air about a revitalized Downtown. The enthusiasm was understandable. The movie theater complex had just opened at First and Central. The Alvarado Transportation Center, with a design nod to Downtown’s thriving past, was nearing completion. The old Albuquerque High School buildings had been brought back from the dead and converted into condos.

AND HERE WE ARE 13 YEARS LATER. There have been fits and starts toward Downtown revitalization, for sure. Successful restaurants like Farina, The Grove Café, Holy Cow and Standard Diner have joined Artichoke Cafe in sparking a thriving food scene in East Downtown. Hotel Parq Central transformed a derelict hospital into something beautiful. Hotel Andaluz took Albuquerque’s original Hilton Hotel back to its former glory. Marble Brewery opened. Mixed-income apartments went up, including the now almost-completed Silver Moon Lodge. Flying Star breathed new life into an old structure. The Downtown Growers’ Market evolved into a spring-summer-fall Saturday institution. We don’t need to tally the false starts (multimillion dollar sports complex, anyone?) or failures. Let’s just say it’s been a challenging few years for Albuquerque’s economy at large, and Downtown in particular. But there’s reason for hope. The elements for a thriving Downtown Albuquerque are starting to align in a way they haven’t for decades. So check out these 10 projects changing the face of Downtown. Together, we think they represent a unique moment in Albuquerque’s evolution — and a real reason for optimism about our city’s Downtown.

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INTRODUCTION BY

MIKE ENGLISH STORIES BY

DAN MAJEWSKI MATEO COFFMAN MIKE ENGLISH PHOTOGRAPHY BY

WES NAMAN

The Downtown Albuquerque grocery store will inhabit 12,000 square feet on the ground floor of the new Imperial Building, a four-story project being built on Silver Avenue between 2nd and 3rd streets. Construction starts in November. RENDERING COURTESY OF DEKKER/PERICH/ SABATINI

1 IMPERIAL BUILDING/ DOWNTOWN GROCERY STORE IT’S A REFRAIN HEARD FOR YEARS: If Downtown

Albuquerque is truly to come to life, it needs a grocery store to cater to the people who live there. The Imperial Building project, with construction scheduled to start this fall, is designed to fill this longstanding need. Located between 2nd and 3rd on Silver Avenue, the $20 million building is a four-story, mixeduse development that will consist of 74 apartments, a sprawling 12,000-square-foot grocery story, retail shops, eateries and underground off-street parking. The developer of the project is Geltmore, LLC, with Dekker/ Perich/Sabatini handling the design and Jaynes Corp. overseeing the grocery store portion of the building. Plans call for incorporating design elements of such historic Downtown buildings as Hotel Andaluz, the KiMo Theatre, the First National Bank Building and the Sunshine Theater. The Imperial Building is being positioned as somewhat of a catalyst for sustainable design in Downtown, as well, with plans for rooftop gardens and strategically placed cisterns to collect rainwater. The garden will be managed as an urban farm by the Veteran Farmer Project and Amy Biehl High School students, along with Imperial Building residents. The grocery store will be ready for customers in early 2016. —MC

BARELAS RAIL YARDS

INNOVATE ABQ

THE SUMMER OF 2014 has already provided a case study for how ready city residents are to embrace the Rail Yards as a signature Duke City gathering spot. The Rail Yards Market has been a head-turning success in its first year of operation. Lord knows the industrial yard’s 27 acres have been patiently waiting for … someone. It looks like its time has finally arrived. Built in stages by the Santa Fe Railway in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the abandoned Rail Yards site was purchased for $8.8 million by the City of Albuquerque in 2007, and thus started a long master planning process that is only recently coming to fruition. California’s Samitaur Constructs, known for breathing new life into crumbling old commercial and industrial buildings, signed with the city to design and implement the plan. The initial grant funding placed a few restrictions on what can be done at the site, such as a requirement to build workforce housing, include a venue for a transportation museum and rehab the historic buildings. Besides that, the potential for the redevelopment of the site is wide open. Anyone would agree that retention of the steelgirder aesthetic and historic character of the Rail Yards is essential, and rebuilding an old signature smokestack, for example, is part of the master plan. But this doesn’t mean developers aren’t looking to the future. Early design ideas include green roofs, southfacing canopies decked with photovoltaic panels and rainwater retention in cisterns. Meandering walkways through the site would lead to retail shops, cafés, community plazas and commons. Underground parking would minimize the surface space needed for cars. “Mixed-use” serves as the guiding term. The Albuquerque City Council approved the Samitaur Constructs master plan this summer, and financing for the first phase of development is the next big hurdle. Still up in the air are details, details — like a permanent home for the Rail Yards Market, for one. But the redevelopment of the Rail Yards is finally gathering steam. —MC

THE UNIVERSITY CLOSED ON ITS $6.65 million purchase of

the vacant First Baptist Church property at Central Avenue and Broadway on July 11. If the tide does turn toward a thriving Downtown Albuquerque, that moment is sure to be a significant milestone. Innovate ABQ, at its most basic, is a partnership between public agencies — like the University of New Mexico and the City of Albuquerque — and the private sector. The public institutions leverage resources to encourage private-sector investment, with the primary goal of fostering entrepreneurship, job creation and economic growth. As UNM President Robert Frank said (see the interview in this issue), UNM hopes to play the role of “spark plug” at Innovate ABQ. That means running a UNM “Innovation Academy” that teaches entrepreneurial skills to university students at the site. But it also means using the university’s institutional expertise to help create the atmosphere conducive to economic growth. Innovate ABQ is perhaps the biggest-picture effort underway to stimulate Downtown. It ties in closely with the efforts of Central New Mexico Community College (see No. 5), and if it bears fruit, it will draw businesses and infrastructure to Downtown and “change the game.” —ME

4 CENTRAL AVENUE RAILROAD UNDERPASS SOME BARRIERS ARE PHYSICAL; others, psychological.

The railroad underpass between Downtown and East Downtown has long been both — a dark, uninviting path for pedestrians and an unattractive, outdated portal to Downtown for drivers. The city dressed it up with paint and LED lights in 2009, and maintenance workers do their best to keep it clean. But if Downtown is to be invigorated and integrated into EDo and points east, this barrier needs to go. The City of Albuquerque and the Mid-Region Council of Governments (MRCOG) are working together to make that happen. In April the city and MRCOG applied for a $15.2 million Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant. These competitive grants, distributed by the U.S. Department of Transportation, are targeted toward projects that boost livability and show an economic and environmental benefit for the communities in which they are built. TIGER grants require co-investment from state or local governments or private and philanthropic funds. If the grant application is successful and local funds match it, that could mean $30 million for a major reconstruction of the Central Avenue railroad underpass. The precise design of the project is still to be determined. Early artist renderings show expansive, ground-level pedestrian passage over the railroad tracks, while car traffic is still routed through an underpass — albeit a larger, brighter route. Pedestrian tie-ins to the nearby Rapid Ride and Rail Runner stations could also be included. With Central New Mexico Community College operating an education center at the nearby First Plaza Galeria, and with the University of New Mexico’s Innovate ABQ project at the adjacent First Baptist Church site set to bring new educational and economic activity, a pedestrianand-bicycle-friendly passage at Central Avenue and the railroad tracks is an essential element for Downtown. —ME

SUMNER & DENE 517 CENTRAL NW, 505.842.1400 sumnerdene.com Sumner & Dene specializes in the unique-featuring paintings, photography, unusual jewelry, crafts, furniture and gifts. 75 artists 7,000 square feet including Angus Macpherson paintings. Open 7 days a week.

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ESPRESSO FINO 222 GOLD SW

A These spots designate where public art is on display in Downtown Albuquerque. to find more art visit cabq.gov/publicart.

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This downtown gem is a family operated, modern espresso bar excelling in customer service. Each coffee is carefully crafted for your sipping pleasure. Satisfying world class tastes at small town prices seven days a week.

10 CURRENT DOWNTOWN RENOVATION PROJECTS

SQUARE ROOT SALON 800 3RD NW STE. C, 505.508.3274 squarerootsalon.com An ARROJO Flagship Salon utilizing and offering world-class education to enhance our own skills, craftsmanship, and creativity puts us on the cutting-edge of hair design in New Mexico.

CHEZ D’OR SALON & DAY SPA 401 CENTRAL NE, 505.243.6777 chezdor.com

Chez D’or is a unique blend of modern glamour and urban sophistication. Our commitment towards excellence and customer service is among the highest in our industry.

HARTFORD SQUARE 300 BROADWAY NE, STE G, 505 265-4933 hartfordsq.com Hartford Square offers delicious, fresh, seasonal food to eat in or take out. We use as many locally-sourced and organic ingredients as possible. Catering • Baked Goods • Coffee & Tea • Patio

FARINA PIZZERIA 510 CENTRAL SE, 505.243.0130 farinapizzeria.com

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2 Barelas Rail Yards 3 Innovate Albuquerque 4 Railroad Underpass

1 Imperial Building/ Downtown Grocery Store

Artisinal pizza, an affordable, eclectic Italian wine list and local brews, fantastic daily specials featuring seasonal, local flavors with the authenticity of Italy, always a lively crowd and local art shows monthly.

5 CNM STEMulus Center 6 Anthea @ The Granite 7 Lavu, Fat Pipe, Levitated 8 Fourth Street Renovation 9 Walkability

ARTICHOKE CAFE

THE GROVE CAFÉ & MARKET

424 CENTRAL SE, 505.243.0200 artichokecafe.com

600 CENTRAL SE, 505.248.9800 thegrovecafemarket.com

Artichoke Cafe...In the heart of Edo and at the heart of creative cuisine, the Artichoke Cafe has offered four star dining and artisan cocktails in a modern setting since 1989.

An artisan café serving breakfast all day, brunch and lunch with coffee, tea and wine. Featuring local and organic foods and a specialty market.

10 Convention Center

and Civic Plaza

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CNM recently craned in three refurbished shipping containers as part of its establishment of an accelerator program in Downtown Albuquerque.

ANTHEA @ THE GRANITE

DECADES AGO, ALBUQUERQUE’S 4TH STREET

5 CNM STEMULUS CENTER CENTRAL NEW MEXICO COMMUNITY COLLEGE, under

the leadership of President Kathy Winograd, has stepped up to do its part to foster the growth and development of Downtown. The CNM STEMulus Center at the First Plaza Galeria will bring as many as 2,000 STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) students Downtown for classes and a “business accelerator” program. The accelerator program will take small groups of about 10 to 15 students/entrepreneurs and give them a 12-week course on the ins and outs of the challenges they’ll face when starting a business. It’s designed to be an intensive, short program that takes a person through testing, marketing and selling their products. CNM isn’t looking for your run-of-the-mill entrepreneurs, though. They want the artist, the coder, the glass-blower, the brewer and the jewelrymaker. They’re looking for talented people who are underemployed and hungry to get a nontraditional degree. CNM’s Downtown center isn’t a campus, it’s a site. Conventional classrooms are replaced with “boot camps” on coding applications and editing movies. They’ll have weekend classes and smaller class sizes. Just recently, three containers dubbed the “PNM Pop-Up Pavilion” were plopped down on the courtyard of the STEMulus Center. Two of these containers have space that will used for things like drop-in classes, yoga gatherings and 3-D printing demonstrations, while the third is covered in solar panels and batteries, with the eventual hope of the container being able to produce some electricity for the site. —MC

was part of the original Historic Route 66. Now, Anthea @ The Granite is trying to capture some of that nostalgic magic. The major three-story building project will bring executive suites and a coffee-and-craftbeer market to an area that hasn’t seen this kind of private development in years. Spearheaded by Bill and Anna Smith of Construct Southwest, the $6 million project broke ground in August. Brycon Construction is acting as general contractor. The 33,000-squarefoot building is set to offer 23 high-end, extended-stay “condotels” on its top two floors — suites geared toward members of the film industry and executives looking to stay in the reviving “NoLo” (North of Lomas) district. Not merely a glorified hotel, this multifunctional building will also feature a market on its main floor. Pony Jo’s Urban Market, as it will be called, is a 5,000-square-foot partnership between Eric Garcia, owner of EFG Creative, and Matt DiGregory, owner of Standard Diner and the Range Cafés in Albuquerque and Bernalillo. The market will rely heavily on local commodities to stock its shelves, selling things like coffee, beer, wine, pastries and grocery-store sundries. Pony Jo’s won’t be your average cornerstore market, however — plans call for an urban coffee house, cafeteria-style dining, a stage for live entertainment, a patio and 16 local brews on tap. If that’s not a perfect spot for any young professional to chill at, I don’t know what is. —MC

WHAT IF RESTRIPING OUR STREETS COULD LEAD TO increased economic

INNOVATIVE BUSINESSES COMMIT TO DOWNTOWN

A CRUCIAL PART OF THE DOWNTOWN PUZZLE

is a thriving economic scene driven by young, educated workers whose jobs are in the Downtown core and whose social lives happen there, too. A handful of innovative businesses are already making a commitment to help make that a reality. Here are three: LAVU is a homegrown Albuquerque software startup launched in 2010 by CEO Andy Lim. His company’s iPad pointof-sale system for restaurants and food trucks has quickly become an industry standard. This summer, the company launched similar software for use by hotels and other hospitality businesses. At the same time, Lavu made a deep commitment to Downtown Albuquerque, moving into offices near 2nd and Central Avenue, where it plans to grow from 40 employees to 100. FAT PIPE, founded by Stuart Rose and Lisa Adkins, has set up shop in the old Albuquerque High School complex, where it operates as both its own business and an incubator for other businesses. At its most basic, Fat Pipe offers a “fat pipe” to the Internet, with 105 desks and ridiculously fast Internet connections for lease. Early tenants are software firms and a startup business lawyer. LEVITATED’S Jared and Laurie Tarbell bought the nondescript building at Silver Avenue and 7th in 2013 and transformed it into a model of sustainable design, complete with photovoltaic panels and extensive daylighting. It will be home to a toy and digital fabrication company that utilizes 3-D printing technology. The grand opening is scheduled for Sept. 9. (See the Sept. 4 issue of Local iQ for full story on Levitated.) —ME

Ground was recently broken on Anthea @ The Granite, a 3-story multiuse building to house an urban market, extended stay housing, a coffee shop and a tap room located at 4th and Granite.

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

A WALKING, BIKING HAVEN

OPENING FOURTH STREET THERE WAS A MOMENT IN URBAN PLANNING in the

United States when closing downtown streets for sole use by pedestrians seemed like a good idea. In Albuquerque, that moment came in the early 1980s, when 4th between Central Avenue and Civic Plaza was blocked off. But that turned out to be akin to cutting off one of Albuquerque’s arteries. The result was a loss of street life and nothing to show for it but a blighted two-block stretch in the heart of Downtown. That’s changing as we speak. The City of Albuquerque started a $1.3 million reconstruction of the 4th Street Mall in June. The project will return two-way traffic to the street, as well as adding a 7-foot bike lane and 15-foot sidewalks lined with trees. The city hired Wilson & Co. Engineers and Architects for the design work, with general contractor RMCI Inc. executing the plan. Work is expected to be completed in December. The logic behind getting rid of Albuquerque’s 4th Street Mall is hard to dispute. According to a recent study by the city of Fresno, Calif., for example — where a failed pedestrian mall is also being removed — downtown streets that once carried vehicle traffic but have been closed for pedestrian-only use have an 89 percent rate of failure in the U.S. Conversely, 90 percent of cities that remove these malls see significant improvements in occupancy rates, retail sales, property values and private-sector investment. There are some city residents who feel removing the 4th Street Mall is a mistake, or that the design of the project is not ambitious or creative enough. But we think restoring life to a crucial street is a benefit to Downtown. —ME

development in Downtown Albuquerque? This was the premise delivered by Jeff Speck at the Albuquerque Convention Center on July 31. Speck, a respected city planner and urban designer based in Washington, D.C., was contracted by the City of Albuquerque to study the walkability and bikeability of Downtown. His recent presentation was based on the information he gathered in his months of walking the city’s streets and talking to its residents. There were many takeaways from Speck’s presentation, but in summary, there is plenty to be optimistic about. For starters, the Development Process Manual (or DPM, the document that guides development in Albuquerque) is about to be shredded and transformed into the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). This is a great opportunity to revise outdated rules. The essence of his presentation boiled down to this: Engineering codes recommend lane widths between 10 to 12 feet. For a variety of reasons, lane widths in most of Downtown Albuquerque are 12-plus feet. As a result, speeds are high and streets are dangerous. If lane widths are reduced to 10 feet, while some are converted to parking or bicycling, in most instances the same amount of traffic can flow through while making Downtown vastly more pedestrian and bicycle friendly. And if we activate the streets with people, suddenly the atmosphere for economic activity becomes more lively. What’s next? Speck recommends that we focus on streets that already have a pedestrian presence, then prioritize restripes and fill in the gaps. These streets include Central Avenue, 2nd, 4th, 6th and Lead/ Coal. By narrowing the lanes on these streets and adding onstreet parking and bike lanes, our Downtown will be transformed into a friendlier place for walking and biking. These changes will attract development. For more information, videos and specifics, visit bit.ly/Vg9GYD. If you like these ideas, contact your city councilor. Without our feedback, it is difficult for them to make good decisions. —DM

‘A spark plug for ideas and vision’ University of New Mexico President Robert Frank discusses Innovate ABQ and its potential for boosting Downtown and building Albuquerque’s economy BY MIKE ENGLISH

10 CONVENTION CENTER & CIVIC PLAZA GO DOWNTOWN AND YOU WILL SEE CONSTRUCTION at the Convention

Center. Go inside and you will realize how significant these changes are. With new windows letting in welcome natural light, you can now see our iconic sunsets from inside the center. This $25 million renovation is more than just lipstick on a pig. The inside of the Convention Center has been retrofitted with new carpet, energyefficient lighting, fresh paint and more. The western entrance now has a large atrium, and the Civic Plaza edge will receive trees and an improved crossing between the center and the plaza. Civic Plaza, meanwhile, has struggled for a variety of reasons. Due to structural issues, vehicles cannot traverse it. As a result, the plaza, which is the roof of the parking garage for City Hall, has limitations. Respected urban planner Jeff Speck considers it unfixable and says we need to look toward a rebuild. However, there are improvements being made right now. SMG, the corporation managing the center, has been contracted to manage the Civic Plaza. While this seems insignificant, it is a game changer. For example, if a convention visits Albuquerque and wants to be outside, it can. No longer will groups or individuals need to go through the painful CABQ permitting process to use the plaza. The first tangible result of this new management is the Civic Plaza Growers’ Market. Visit Wednesdays, 11a-2p, and marvel at the sight of people walking around Civic Plaza eating local food. The hope is that new management, combined with a glassy façade and other improvements, will increase the number of locals and visitors using the area. Based on the success of the new market, it appears to be working. —DM

This is a rendering of the remodeled 3rd Street entrance to the Albuquerque Convention Center, including new trees and a large glass facade. As the side of the facility that faces Civic Plaza, the remodel is designed to make these two downtown assets “communicate” with each other. To that end, the same firm is now managing both the convention center and the plaza, and the hope is that more events will soon utilize both. IMAGE COURTESY OF DEKKER/PERICH/SABATINI

EFORE HE BECAME THE 21ST PRESIDENT of the University of New Mexico in 2012, Robert Frank served as a dean of the College of Public Health & Health Professions at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fla., which has led, in a way, to Innovate ABQ. The University of Florida is a driving force for the Florida Innovation Hub, a project that broke ground in 2010 and is designed to serve as a catalyst for startup companies with university ties. In 2012, Frank led a delegation of 20 Albuquerque officials — ranging from Mayor Richard Berry to Chamber of Commerce President Terri Cole Frank — to his old stomping grounds in Gainesville to witness the economic development model he thought could work here. Since that trip, Frank, Berry and a team of city leaders have worked to implement a similar model of economic development in Albuquerque. Specifically, UNM closed on a $6.65 million purchase of the vacant First Baptist Church property at Central Avenue and Broadway on July 11, where the Innovate ABQ effort will be centered. Local iQ recently spoke with President Frank in his UNM office to learn more about Innovate ABQ and how it might change Downtown Albuquerque. Local iQ: How do you see UNM’s role in fostering the economic health and development of Albuquerque and Downtown? Robert Frank: We see the University of New Mexico as part of the community we live in, so the economic welfare of the community is part and parcel of us. To the degree that we can facilitate the economic welfare of the community, we want to. But we also know that our graduates are going to be part of this community, and any way we can help make a better community for them to graduate into, we want to facilitate. Internships and jobs are important to our graduates, and where we can use the power of our faculty and our institution to create new opportunities, we want to do that.

iQ: How did the concept for Innovate ABQ come to life? RF: When I first became president, Mark Lautman (an economic development expert) was talking to me about his interest in creating more jobs in New Mexico. I was keenly aware of the lack of jobs for New Mexico graduates. It made sense as I came in that this is one of the things we needed to do. It became clear that one of the opportunities is the presence of the labs — Sandia, Los Alamos and the Air Force Research Lab — and the university’s relationship with the labs. We took a group of business leaders and the mayor down to the University of Florida, where I was a dean for 12 years, and we looked at a research district that they had created there that has a lot of the same characteristics of what we’re creating with Innovate ABQ. Mayor Berry, Terri Cole, Jon Barela (New Mexico Economic Development Department), Dale Dekker (architect and planner with Dekker/Perich/Sabatini), Jamie Cook (UNM regent), Terry Laudick (CEO of New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union), who ended up making a major gift — it was a serendipitous group of smart, key people from New Mexico and we all came away thinking, “Well, we could do that here.” Certainly the university has a big role in this. That’s our job, to be a spark plug for ideas and vision. If you look at what Innovate ABQ is, it’s a platform, and the university will own that piece of land where the platform is based; but we want private investment to come in and work on the platform. If we try to do that ourselves, it won’t work. First of all, we don’t have the money, and second, it’s a public-private partnership. That’s critical. Drive it, innovate it and let the partnerships synergize it, and so far that’s what is taking place.

iQ: How long do you expect the planning phase to take? RF: From now until Christmas. We have Perkins+Will coming in. They’re a planning group out of Atlanta that handled the Gainesville project. We hope to bring the regents a rough draft in November. But this is a long-term thing. It doesn’t happen in a day. We need private investors to come in and build buildings. Hopefully Innovate ABQ itself is just a small part of what happens down there, and we’re seeing that already, with businesses like Fat Pipe and projects like the Rail Yards. If that spreads up and down Broadway and we get it to reach up toward the university, it will be a new day for Albuquerque.

iQ: Some people are wondering if UNM has tenants committed, or exactly where this is headed. RF: I know some people in the community don’t get what this is about — they think we’re going to build a campus down here, but we’re not. What we’re doing at Innovate ABQ is developing a community. There might be restaurants, incubators, dorms, classrooms, labs. A big part will be the Innovation Academy. There’s the science side, but New Mexico is also about the arts, and we hope the Innovation Academy will bring those kind of students together, and they can be entrepreneurs together. We don’t plan to be a landlord down there. Even if we build dorms for the students, we might say to a developer, “OK, you build the dorm.” It’s a different way of doing things.

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

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Versatile North Carolina act The Avett Brothers’ star keeps rising with the release of ‘Magpie and the Dandelion’ BY KYLE MULLIN

eth and Scott Avett have been hailed as folk rock revivalists ever since they released I and Love and You in 2009, which pulls in influences from country, folk, rock pop and beyond. But the pair’s bassist, Bob Crawford, also had the spotlight thrust upon him. After extensive touring to support their breakthrough album, he learned that his daughter had suffered a seizure due to a brain tumor. From then on it was apparent that there weren’t just two brothers in the band, but an extended family. The musicians rallied around Crawford, even as the band was playing festivals and earning Grammy nominations. After

all, Crawford had been there with the Avetts since the beginning, back when the band was a trio — he on bass, Seth on guitar and Scott on banjo. In a 2012 interview with Creative Loafing Charlotte, Scott Avett recalled those early days with his biological brother and Crawford, his adopted road brother. “When we used to play the Wine Vault in Charlotte, we were toting our own PA and playing three-hour sets. We were just doing what was natural. It wasn’t a five-member band because we couldn’t afford to be five people,” he said. “Now, there’s a lot more space to fill and you want to make a live show be a better representation of what you are. It

Since forming as the Avett Brothers in 2000, Scott Avett (right) and Seth Avett, along with bassist Bob Crawford, have gained critical and popular acclaim, enough to get them billing at the Santa Fe Opera.

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takes more hands.” So cellist Joe Kwon and drummer Jacob Edwards joined The Avett Brothers. (Edwards has since left the band, with Mike Marsh stepping behind the kit this year.) With that expanded lineup, better received albums and higher grossing shows, the band embarked on a European tour in 2011. The euphoria of that success came crashing down when Crawford returned home. “My wife found Hallie in her crib having a seizure,” he said. “She called Dolph (Ramseur), our manager, who met us at the airport. He, Scott and I drove to Chapel Hill and Scott was with me all night. I remember sleeping on the floor of a grieving room and Joe Kwon sleeping in a chair. They were all there until the band had to go on tour again. “As I look back on that horrible time,” Crawford continued, “the amount and quality of support that came from our organization — that really taught me the true meaning of serving somebody, and these guys exemplified it.” Though the bassist was forced to take a hiatus from the band, his daughter’s condition improved eventually. Crawford rejoined his bandmates on the 53rd Grammy Awards stage, jamming with Bob Dylan and Mumford & Sons on a rollicking rendition of their own hits and Dylan’s “Maggie’s Farm.” In 2012, the band released The Carpenter, then quickly unveiled another LP called Magpie and the Dandelion a year later. That disc cracked the Billboard chart’s top five. In a positive review, a critic for Under the Radar wrote: “North Carolina’s Avett Brothers have filled Magpie and the Dandelion with taut, unaffected verses that dredge the past, weigh damage against possibility, and seek emergence through selflessness and emotional responsibility.” The current record is the third Avett album produced by legendary studio wizard Rick Rubin (Johnny Cash, Beastie Boys). At this point, Rubin has also become an integral part of the band, and the producer is every bit as passionate and supportive as his folk rock protégés. As Rubin said in a 2012 Vanity Fair article: “Don’t let the banjo fool you. The Avett Brothers transcend any genre.”

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ABQ Museum

Chatter @ Museum 3-6p, FREE

Blackbird Buvette

Denise Marie & Marcel Koster EURO AMERICANA 7p KGB Club DJ GOTH DARK WAVE 10p, FREE

Low Life DJ Caterwaul 6p, FREE Taking Cover 8-9p, FREE

Burt’s Tiki Lounge

Tele Novela, Train Conductor, ¡Pancho! 10p, FREE

Casa Esencia

DJ 9p-1:30a, $10-$20

Cool Water Fusion

Matt Jones 6-8p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery Roger Jameson 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe Gerry Carthy IRISH 5-7:30p Gary Farmer & the Troublemakers 8:30p, FREE

Dirty Bourbon Asphalt Cowboys 9p-2a, $5

Effex Nighclub Ilan Bluestone LONDON DJ 9p-2a, $8 DJ Stitch, Josh Burg 9p, TBD

El Farol, Santa Fe

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Robert Mirabel 5:30p, $25 Flamenco Dinner 6:30p, $25 Little Leroy 9p, $5

Dirty Bourbon

Desert Soul 8p, FREE

Effex Nightclub

Beer Bust Thu. Chris de Jesus DJ 9p, FREE

Wet N Wild Foam Party 3 DJ Chill HIP HOP ELECTRO 8p, $10

El Farol, Santa Fe

Hotel Andaluz

Corrales Bistro Brewery Claystone 6p, FREE

Stanlie Kee & Step In BLUES JAZZ 8p, FREE Asphalt Cowboys 9p-2a, $5

Flamenco Dinner 6:30, $25 Guitarras Con Sabor 8p, FREE

Embers Steakhouse, Isleta Casino Eryn Bent 6p, FREE

Embers Steakhouse, Isleta Casino Envy Nightlife, Rt. 66 Casino

Bob Andrews 7p, FREE

Imbibe

The Woohabs & DJ 9p, FREE

Launchpad

First Turn Lounge, The Downs Casino

The Big Spank, Mondo, Vibrations, Lola Rising 9:30p, TBD

Hotel Andaluz

Eryn Taylor 7:30-10:30p, FREE

Sin Thurs: DJ Mr. E 9p-1a, FREE Jesus Bas 7p, FREE

Imbibe

Throwback Thu. DJ Flo Fader 9p, FREE

Lensic, Santa Fe

Beethoven Archduke Trio & SNTA 6p, $12-$70

Lemoni Lounge

Lensic, Santa Fe

Mark O’Connor String Quartet 8p, $12-$42

Lotus

DJ A.I., Dan San EDM 10p, TBD

Low Spirits

Lotus

Raging ’80s Live: Endless Agenda, Youngsville 9p, $5

Low Spirits

Marble Brewery

Marcello’s Chophouse

DJ Shatta, Sharp, Kid Official HIP HOP 10p, TBD Horse Thief 9p, $5 Karl Richardson LOUNGE 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Marble Brewery

The Surf Lords 7-10p, FREE

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras

Three Hole Punch 6-10p, FREE

Reviva ACOUSTIC 6-8:30p, FREE

Q Bar

Latin Gold: DJ Quico 9p, TBD

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Ned’s Bar and Grill GLEANING ITS SOUND FROM CLASSIC R&B and soul, with a bit of rock swagger thrown in for good measure, Bay Area act The Soft White Sixties is sure to light up the Low Spirits stage, then take the act to the Taos Solar Stage two days later.

Taos Inn

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Savoy

Scalo Il Bar Wildewood INDIE AMERICANA 9p, FREE

Porter Draw 8-11p, FREE Karl Richardson Duo 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Malarky’s

Primal Panic Music: Metal U Night Showcase 9p-1:30a, $5

Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid DJ Zac 8p, FREE

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras

Cowboy Scott 1:30-5p Rudy Boy Experiment 6-10p, FREE

Monte Vista Firestation Chris Dracup 9:30p, FREE

Ned’s Bar and Grill

Double Plow, Sour Puss 6-9p, FREE

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L I V E MUSI C Pueblo Harvest Café & Bakery

Corrales Bistro Brewery Partners N Crime 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid

Le Chat Lunatique 6-9p, FREE

Nacha Mendez LATIN SOUL 3-7p Denise Marie w/ Pete Amahl 7p, FREE

Q Bar

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras

Old School House Party: DJ Mike T & Big Phill ’80S/ ’90S 9p-1:30a, FREE

Nite Wolf 1:30-5p Burning Bridges 6-10p, FREE

Scalo Il Bar

The Rudy Boy Experiment 9:30p, FREE

Charlie Christian Project JAZZ 8p, FREE

Sister Bar

Monte Vista Firestation Outpost Performance Space

The Krown ALBUM RELEASE 9p-12a, $10

Rahim Alhaj CD RELEASE 7:30p, TBD

The Stage, Santa Ana Star Casino

Q Bar

Vegas Nights DJ C.L.A. 9p, $5-$10

The Showroom, Isleta Casino

Los Lonely Boys 8p, $35-$45

St. Clair Winery

DCN Project 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Taos Inn

Gary Reynolds 4-6p Kim & the Caballeros TWANG COUNTRY 7-10p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Todd Tijerina 6-9p Chava & the Paid My Dues 7:30p, FREE

SAT

Blackbird Buvette

The Ghost Movement HORROR ROCK 10p, FREE

Burt’s Tiki Lounge

DJ TOP 40 9p-1:30a, $10

Savoy

The Real Matt Jones 6-9p, FREE

Scalo Il Bar Jade Masque LATIN FUNK 9p, FREE

Seasons

Last Call Jazz 6:309:30p, FREE

Sister Bar

Corrosion of Conformity, Bl’ast, Brant Bjork 8:30p12a, $15

The Stage, Santa Ana Star Casino Luxe: DJ Automatic 9p, $5-$10

St. Clair Winery

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Taos Inn The 14ers ACOUSTIC ROCK 7-10p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Nothing Forevr Takeover 9p, FREE

Oscar Butler 6-9p The DCN Trio 7:30p, FREE

Cooperage

Zinc Cellar Bar

DJ SALSA 9:30p, $5

Corrales Bistro Brewery

Jacocha POP ROCK 9:30p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

SUN

Pawn Drive 6p, FREE

Kenny Skywolf Band 2-5p Broomdust Caravan 8:30p, FREE

Dirty Bourbon

Asphalt Cowboys 9p-2a, $5

Effex Nighclub

Elevate Sat. DJ Devin, Chris de Jesus, Greg Garcia 9p, TBD

El Farol, Santa Fe

Flamenco Dinner 6:30p, $25 Gary Farmer & theTroublemakers 9p, $5

El Rey Theater Pandamonium III 8:30p-1a, $5

Hotel Andaluz

Chris Dracup 7p, FREE

Blackbird Buvette

Sexy Sunday Wae Fonky 7p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery Groove Time 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Cowgirl Brunch w/ Bottom Dollar String Band 123p Rick Mena 8p, FREE

El Farol, Santa Fe

Nacha Mendez & Co. 7-10p, FREE

Hotel Andaluz

Chatter Cabaret: James de Leon PIANO 5p, $25

Ryan Shea 10p, FREE

Chatter Sunday Bach & Reich VIOLIN CLARINET 10:30a, $5-$15

Isleta Amphitheater

Low Spirits

Launchpad

Lensic, Santa Fe

Beethoven Trio Brahms Sextet 6p, $12-$75

Legends Theater, Rt. 66 Casino

Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid

Entourage Jazz 7:30-10:30p, FREE

The Barbwires SOUL BLUES 3-7p Havana en Madrid! CUBAN STREET MUSIC 6p, TBD Eryn Bent FOLK ROCK 3-7p, FREE

Lensic, Santa Fe

Old Town Gazebo

Brandenburg Concerto 1-2-6 6p, $35-$45

Jazz Brasiliero BRAZIL JAZZ 2-4p, FREE

Loma Colorado Main Library

O’Niell’s Heights

Lemoni Lounge

O’Niell’s Nob Hill

Lotus DJ Shatta, Xes HIP HOP HOUSE 10p, TBD

Amauta, Desert Darlings Belly Dance Troupe, Nick Voges 9a-3p, FREE

Low Spirits

Seasons

Marcello’s Chophouse

Sister Bar

Tony Rodriguez Duo LOUNGE 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Effex Nighclub

Taos Inn

Beer Bust Thu. Chris de Jesus DJ 9p, FREE

Smooth Hound Smith AMERICANA 7-10p, FREE

El Farol, Santa Fe

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Guitarras Con Sabor 8p, FREE

Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

MON

Embers Steakhouse, Isleta Casino

Omar Villanueva 6p, FREE

First Turn Lounge, The Downs Casino

Blackbird Buvette

Sin Thurs: DJ Mr. E 9p-1a, FREE

Whiskey Business Karaoke! 9p, FREE

Hotel Andaluz

Corrales Bistro Brewery

Jesus Bas 7p, FREE

Lenin & McCarthy 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Cowgirl Karaoke 9p, FREE

Launchpad

v Kings 7p, $20

Lensic, Santa Fe

Festival Finale 6p, $12-$75

Marcello’s Chophouse Open Piano Night 6:309:30p, FREE

Taos Inn

Open Mic w/ Kate Mann 7-10p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

TUE

Blackbird Buvette Try Vs. Try OPEN MIC 10p, FREE

Brickyard Pizza

Open Mic w/ Chris Dracup 8p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery Joel Martin 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Tom Whall & Emily Earle 8p, FREE

Effex Nightclub

Summer Daze Josh Burg DJ 9p, Reseve

El Farol, Santa Fe Canyon Road BLUES 8:30p, FREE

Imbibe

DJ Automatic & Drummer Camilio Quiõnes 9p, FREE

Launchpad

Black Market Research, Cowboys & Indians, The Lymbs 9p-12:30a, TBD

Embers Steakhouse, Isleta Casino

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras

Lensic, Santa Fe

Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

Low Spirits

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Timbo Jam 7p, FREE Tequila Mockingbird COUNTRY ROCK 6-10p, FREE

Taos Inn Deerfield Bobby ALT AMERICANA 7-10p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge Bob Tate PIANO 6p, FREE

Zinc Cellar Bar

Jeremiah Sammartano AMERICANA BLUES 8p, FREE

WED

Blackbird Buvette

Last Call 6p, FREE

Lila Downs 7:30p, $39-$69 The Soft White Sixties 9p, $7

Marcello’s Chophouse

ABQ Museum

Larry Friedman LOUNGE 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Chatter @ The ABQ Museum 4 GUSTAV MAHLER 6p, FREE

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras

Blackbird Buvette

Skip Batchelor 6-10p, FREE

Taos Inn

Jeremiah Sammartano NATIVE BLUES

7-10p, FREE

Fractal Frequencies w/ Kate Star Cherry TRANCE DANCE 10p, FREE

Burt’s Tiki Lounge

Technicolor Hearts, No Body, Lindy Vision 9p, FREE

Certified Organic 6-9p, FREE

Taos Inn

Bitter Sweet Highway 4-6p Brent Berry AFRO AMERICANA 7-10p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge TK Duel 6p, FREE

Zinc Cellar Bar

Kevin Herig & Kyle Ruggles FOLK ROCK 9:30p, FREE

FRI

Launchpad

ABQ Balloon Park

Lotus

Blackbird Buvette

Mic Club 22 8p, $10 DJ Shatta, Sharp, Kid Official 10p, TBD

Low Spirits Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid

St. Clair Winery

Imbibe

Throwback Thu. DJ Flo Fader 9p, FREE

Fresh on the heels of its latest release, Revelation, blues rock trio Los Lonely Boys are set to perform at Isleta Casino (11000 Broadway SE, 505.724.3800, isleta.com) on Fri., Aug. 22. Show at 8p. Tickets are $35-$45, available atholdmyticket.com.

Froth, Corners, Mr. Elevator & the Brain Hotel 9p-1a, $5

The Octanes, Mr. Right & the Leftovers 9p, $5

Marble Brewery

Markland 7-10p, FREE

Marcello’s Chophouse Karl Richardson LOUNGE 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras Steve Maase Project 6-10p, FREE

Paint & Foam Party 6p, $10 One Night Only: Sophisticated Boom Boom 10p, FREE

Broken Bottle Brewery Johnny International 8-9p, FREE

Casa Esencia

DJ 9p-1:30a, $10-$20

Cool Water Fusion Willy J 6-8p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery

The Tumbleweeds 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Monte Vista Firestation

Bill Hearne 5-7p Jono Manson 8:30p, FREE

Q Bar

Dirty Bourbon

Latin Gold: DJ Quico 9p-1:30a, TBD

Effex Nightclub

Alex Maryol 8:30p, FREE

Savoy

Chava & the Paid My Dues 6-9p, FREE

Desert Dixie 9p-2a, $5 DJ Stitch, Josh Burg 9p, TBD

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Marshall McLean Band, Joseph AMERICANA ROCK 9p, FREE

Corrales Bistro brewery Jeez La Weez 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Alto Street 8p, FREE

Dirty Bourbon

Latin Sin Weds. DJ Louie 6p-12a, FREE

Effex Nightclub

Phenox: Nihil, K. Oss DJ GOTH INDUSTRIAL 9p, FREE

El Farol, Santa Fe

Nacha Mendez 6:30p, $25 John Kurzweg 8:30p, FREE

Curio Cowboys 4-7p, FREE

The High Desert Pipes & Drums BAGPIPE 2-3:30p, FREE

KGB & Thee Sanctuary 8:45p, $10

Desert Dixie 9p-2a, $5

Sister Bar

Three Bad Jacks, DK & the Affordables, Mr. Right 8p, $8

The Music Lab CD RELEASE 8p, $5

Huey Lewis & the News 8p, $35-$75

Dirty Bourbon

Queensryche FAREWELL TOUR 8p, $25

Fabulous Martini Tones SURF LOUNGE 9p, FREE

The Kosmos

Imbibe

Edgefest: The Offspring, Sublime, Bad Religion 1p, $40-$432

Locust Honey 8p, FREE

Sunshine Theater

Scalo Il Bar

Rye Creek 4-7p, FREE

Rail Yards Market

Chris Dracup 6:30-9:30p, FREE Upstarts Art Show: Shoggoth & the Horned God 8-11p, FREE

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LI VE MUSIC

Savoy

The Bus Tapes 6-9p, FREE

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Sister Bar

El Farol, Santa Fe

The Stage, Santa Ana Star Casino

Sean Healan 9p, $5

First Turn Lounge, The Downs Casino

Gonzalo 9p-1a, FREE

Hotel Andaluz

Taos Inn

Lemoni Lounge

Le Chat Lunatique 8-11p, FREE

Lotus

DJ A.I., Dan Sen EDM 10p, TBD

Low Spirits

Rodney Branigan, Kimo, Chad Barela 9p, $5

Marcello’s Chophouse Karl Richardson Duo 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid

Paw & Erik 5p, FREE Carrie Nation & the Speakeasy ACOUSTIC BRASS & GRASS 8p, $5

Molly’s Bar, Tijeras

Doug Muchmore 1:30-5p The Replicators 6-10p, FREE

Monte Vista Firestation

Nu Methods 9:30p, FREE

Old Town Gazebo Animal Opera AFRO DANCE 6-8p, FREE

Q Bar

Old School House Party: DJ Mike T & Big Phill 9p-1:30a, FREE

Scalo Il Bar Todd & the Fox INDIE FOLK 9p, FREE

Falcons B2B Hoodboi 9p-1a, TBD

St. Clair Winery

Last Call 6:30-9:30p, FREE

St. Clair Winery

Imbibe

Nickel Creek 8p, $39-$55

Sister Bar

Vegas Nights: DJ Ms. Joy 9p, $5-$10 Ravin Hill Band 6:309:30p, FREE

Kimo Theatre

Le Chat Lunatique 6:309:30p, FREE

Black Cobra 9p-1a, $5

Calvin Appleberry 7p, FREE DJ 10p, FREE

Taos Inn Kitty Jo Creek Band BLUEGRASS JAZZ 7-10p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Gary Yamane 4-6p Carter Sampson Trio 7-10p, FREE

Matt Jones 6-9p Toney Rocks 7:30p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Zinc Cellar Bar

The Rudy Boy Experiment 6-9p Bob Andrews 7:30p, FREE

SAT

ROAD TRIP

Seasons

Karl Simmons POP ROCK SOUL 9:30p, FREE

SUN

ABQ Marriott Pyramid

ABQ Museum of Art & History

2nd Annual Oasis Labor Day Escape Euge Groove SAX 7p, $40

Jazz Brasiliero BRAZIL JAZZ 2-5p, FREE

Cooperage Café Mocha SALSA 9:30p, $7

Corrales Bistro Brewery Lightning Hall 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Texas singer-songwriter Susan Gibson will perform at Cowgirl in Santa Fe (319 S Guadalupe, 505.982.2565, cowgirlsantafe.com) on Sep. 3. Show at 8p. No cover.

Pollo Frito 2-5p Chango 8:30p, FREE

Dirty Bourbon

Desert Dixie 9p-2a, $5

Effex Nightclub

Elevate: DJ Devin, Chris de Jesus 9p, TBD

El Farol, Santa Fe

Flamenco Dinner 6:30p, $25 Girls Night Out 9p, $5

First Turn Lounge, The Downs Casino

Gonzalo 9p-1a, FREE

Hotel Andaluz ’80s Prom Celebration 7p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery

Beautific Breath 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Boris & the Salt Licks 12-3p Robby Overfield 8p, FREE

El Farol, Santa Fe Imbibe

Marcello’s Chophouse

Launchpad

Tony Rodriguez Duo 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Lotus

Drastic Andrew 3-7p Todd Tijerina BLUES 8p, FREE

Ryan Shea 10p, FREE Nik Turner’s Hawkwind, Witch Mountain, Hedersleben 9p-1a, $12 DJ Shatta, Xes HIP HOP HOUSE 10p, TBD

Low Spirits

Everything Goes Cold, Crashfaster, Diverje 9p, $8

Marble Brewery

Moonhat 8-11p, FREE

Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid

Molly’s Bar Tijeras

Nacha Mendez & Co. 7-10p, FREE

The Kosmos

Chatter Sunday: All American! VIOLIN PIANO 10:30a, $5-$15

Lensic, Santa Fe

Opening Orchestra Concert 1, 4p , $25-$100

Atomic Balm 1:30-5p Memphis P-Tails 6-10p, FREE

Low Spirits

Monte Vista Firestation

Mineshaft Tavern, Madrid

Felix y Los Gatos 9:30p, FREE

Eric Lindell & Co. 8p, $15

Q Bar

Gene Corbin AMERICANA 3-7p, FREE

DJ TOP 40 9p-1:30a, $10

Ned’s Bar and Grill

Live Jazz 11a-2p, FREE

O’Niell’s Heights

Watermelon Mountain Jug Band 4-7p, FREE

O’Niell’s Nob Hill

Los Radiators 4-7p, FREE

Rail Yards Market

Faye Lynn Richards,Seth Hoffman, Goddess of Arno 9a-3p, FREE

ou might not feel it yet, but the end of summer is just around the corner. For those unwilling to accept that, there is nearby respite offering to extend the summer heat and fun just a bit longer. Take the quick seven-hour trip to beautiful and bustling Tempe, Ariz. — currently undergoing a complete, more urban transformation — for the debut of the three-day Summer Ends Music Festival. Staged at the sprawling waterside Tempe Beach Park, the venue is a walk away from a host of nightlife and hotel options in the adjacent Mill Avenue District and Summer Ends the biggest university in the Music Festival country in ASU. The festival Fri.-Sun., Sep. 26-28 features a well-rounded lineup Tempe Beach Park, Tempe, Ariz. including the white-hot Fitz 1-day pass: $65; 3-day and The Tantrums and Foster pass: $150 the People, electronic pop duo summerendsmusicfestival.info Capital Cities and throwback acts The Replacements, Descendents, Violent Femmes and a newly invigorated Luscious Jackson (pictured), among many others. For a full lineup and tickets, visit summerendsmusicfestival.info, and don’t let us or anyone tell you when summer officially ends. —Kevin Hopper

Seasons

Bus Tapes 6:30-9:30p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

MON

Blackbird Buvette Johnny Delaware AMERICANA FOLK 6p Whiskey Business Karaoke! 9p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery

TUE

Blackbird Buvette

Groove the Dig w/ Old School John DJ GARAGE GLAM 10p, FREE

Brickyard Pizza

Open Mic Night w/ Chris Dracup 8p, FREE

Cooperage

Last Call 6p, FREE

ABQ Jazz Orchestra 7:30p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Corrales Bistro Brewery

Cowgirl Karaoke 9p, FREE

Marcello’s Chop House Open Piano Night 6:309:30p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge

Karl Zink 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Toney Rocks 8p, FREE

Effex Nightclub

Summer Daze: Josh Burg DJ 9p, Reserve

Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

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El Rey Theater

Feed Me Psychedelic Journey: Le Castle Vania & Zeros 8p-1a, $15-$20

Imbibe

DJ Automatic & Drummer Camilio Quiñones 9p, FREE

Ned’s Bar and Grill Picosso 6-8p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

Zinc Cellar Bar Aaron Markland FUNK FOLK 8p, FREE

WED

Monte Vista Firestation

Memphis P-Tails 7p, FREE

Corrales Bistro Brewery Gleewood 6p, FREE

Cowgirl, Santa Fe

Susan Gibson 8p, FREE

Dirty Bourbon

Latin Sin Weds. DJ Louie 7:30p, FREE

Effex Nighclub

Phenox: Nihil, K. Oss DJ GOTH INDUSTRIAL 9p, FREE

Launchpad

Stick Figure, Pacific Dub, Hirie 8p, $13

Lensic, Santa Fe

Mariachi Matinee 10a & 2p, $7-$10

Marble Brewery

Skip Batchelor 6-9p, FREE

Vernon’s Black Diamond Lounge Bob Tate PIANO MAN 6p, FREE

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smart MUSIC CD RELEASE FEATURING CHATTER ENSEMBLE

he life of Rahim AlHaj is a journey, one of departing and ever-returning. The homing pigeons that roost 7:30p, Sat., Aug. 23 Outpost Performance Space, happily in his Albuquerque 210 Yale SE, 505.268.0044 backyard may travel a distance $25 of 200 miles or more, as the brownpapertickets.com celebrated oud player told Local rahimalhaj.com iQ during a recent visit, “but they always return, and I have loved them and kept them all my life, since I was a little boy.” If these traveling birds seem like a metaphor for AlHaj’s own wanderings — arriving in the U.S. from Iraq as a political refugee in 2000, settling in New Mexico and frequently returning to visit his home country (both physically and spiritually) — so are his musical travels. “My family is living hour to hour now in Baghdad; I phone them often,” he said. Fittingly, a new retrospective of his music is titled Journey and reflects how AlHaj’s music expanded from its classical Arab roots to more Western influences. That phenomenal journey can be traced in this stunning work, which also includes a new recorded piece, “Do You Know That I Love You.” His compositions elicit the experience of exile from his homeland and of new beginnings in his adopted country. AlHaj became a U.S. citizen in 2008, and throughout his career, he has maintained his unwavering mission to speak out against oppression — as he puts it, to “give voice to the voiceless.” —Bill Nevins

Rahim AlHaj

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o many casual listeners, heavy Corrosion of metal and hardcore punk rock Conformity are one and the same, in that WITH BL’AST!, BRANT both genres are loud and aggressive. BJORK, LORD DYING But to those who came up in either 8:30p, Sat., Aug. 23 Sister Bar scene, they are polar opposites. At 407 Central NW, least until the mid-’80s, when punk 505.242.4900 and metal began to fuse into a catch$15 all genre called “thrash.” One band at holdmyticket.com the helm of it all was North Carolina’s sisterthebar.com coc.com Corrosion of Conformity (COC). The music kicked up the tempo of standard metal dramatically, and a fan base of skaters began to grow. Of all the thrash/crossover bands, COC is often cited as the most important act of the era, one that effectively transformed the metal genre and influenced many bands after that. The original members of the group — Reed Mullin, Woody Weatherman and Mike Dean — reunited to record and release an eponymous LP in 2012 and is currently on tour in support of this year’s IX. The band will make a stop at Sister Bar on Aug. 23 with three phenomenal acts in tow: Bl’ast!, featuring Nick Oliveri and Joey Castillo (ex-Queens of the Stone Age), Brant Bjork (exKyuss) and Portland metal act Lord Dying. —Logan Greely

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

High Mountain Hideout hen people think of a weekend MUSIC, ART, AND CAMPING AT getaway to Taos, 10,200 FEET most immediately picture Fri.-Sun., Aug. 29-Aug. 31 The Bavarian Lodge snow-kissed days filled with 100 Kachina, Taos Ski Valley, skiing and snowboarding 575.776.8020 at one of New Mexico’s $35 (3-day pass)/$40 best ski valleys. Barring an (3-day pass w/ camping) unseasonable snow storm, All Ages visitors in Taos this Labor highmountainhideoutfestival.com Day weekend will get to indulge in one of the most eclectic mixes of musicians and DJs in the area. Joining New Mexico acts such as Mondo Vibrations, The Squash Blossom Boys, DJ Brendangerous, 2bers and D Numbers is Colorado’s genre-blending Euforquestra. And that’s just a drop in the musical bucket. Located at the Bavarian Lodge and Restaurant in the Taos Ski Valley, the High Mountain Hideout festival boasts not only some of the best established and up-and-coming music acts west of the Mississippi, but killer food, art and camping. The music may be representative of the Southwest, but the Bavarian is anything but — lederhosen- and dirndl-clad wait staff help create an atmosphere that will make you feel like a tourist in Munich. This mountain festival is perfect storm for music and art lovers, campers and foodies looking to fill their Labor Day weekend. —Todd Rohde

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ONGOING THROUGH SEP. 30: EXHIBIT

Indian Summer Niki Johnson created the above installation for a Milwaukee, Wis., exhibit called Movers — one of many art exhibits the former Albuquerque resident has done across the country in recent years. Her art piece “Eggs Benedict,” right, a portrait of Pope Benedict composed of colored condoms, brought Johnson international attention.

Re-seeing the world New Mexico-raised Niki Johnson makes an art-world splash with evocative use of materials and cultural themes BY MATEO COFFMAN

eticulously stuffing and folding 17,000 condoms, Niki Johnson cooked up “Eggs Benedict,” a mosaic portrait of Pope Benedict made out of condoms. She’s an artist, after all, and the 2012 piece was her response to the former pope’s controversial claim that using condoms could increase the spread AIDS. Never one to shy away from sticky situations, Johnson isn’t afraid to create artworks that may be thought of as controversial. “I never worry about the potential controversy a piece could make,” she recently told Local iQ. “I am more focused on bringing together material and form to instigate conversation about the complexities of contemporary life.” Raised all around New Mexico, Johnson, 36, is currently posted in Wisconsin, where she’s Johnson serving a stint as the esteemed Pfister Hotel artist in residence in Milwaukee. And yes, she’s making waves with her fun, contemporary spin on hot-button issues in society. Johnson has the ability to transmogrify an object’s existence — a talent to detect possibilities in things most people wouldn’t take a second look at. She’s experimented with woven embroidery floss to make a portrait of Paris Hilton, aptly named “Le Tart,” and undertaken a fastidious composition of plastic grocery bags to resemble Amy Winehouse, called “Corner Drug.” In a sculpture titled “A

Vision in White,” she sculpted arms, à la Michelle Obama’s, in response to the media’s constant objectification of women. And she’s taken pictures of discarded bookends to PROFILE reveal their secret architectural artistry in “Bookends.” Niki “I suppose re-seeing the world around Johnson Johnson saw Benedict’s comments as me is a big part of my practice,” she a call to arms, and she wanted to create nikijohnson.com said. Using whatever so happens to a piece that would start a dialogue and inspire her, she consciously creates art make people think. Boy did she ever. that is conversation raising and thought “Eggs Benedict” went viral and stirred provoking. conversations all over the globe. In the winter of 1978, Johnson’s parents packed “I feel fortunate for the community that found up then-six-week-old Niki and her sister in Green my work through that experience,” Johnson said. Bay, Wis., and headed for Albuquerque. The next 17 years were spent bouncing around New Mexico with “While all of the conversation the portrait continues her family — from the Duke City’s student ghetto to to create is wonderful, working to broaden people’s understanding of my practice as an artist beyond cracked-adobe neighborhoods and even a commune the piece that put me on the map has been a job in Placitas. The Johnson clan never stayed one place within itself.” for too long. During her Pfister residency in Milwaukee, Johnson Johnson’s transient upbringing sculpted and is sculpting six child-sized bathtubs from clay, molded her into a person who is constantly depicting different heroines from fairytales by Hans changing, moving and transforming. Her art Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm. She can be political, at times evocative and intently will also be doing a solo show and artist talk at New conscientious. Johnson aims to make people think Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, N.M., with her art. where she once studied. The show is entitled The In the same vein as Johnson’s constant journey with Heart and the Home and runs through Sep. 18. Her change, the materials she uses for each piece are talk is scheduled for 5p, Sep. 12. different — one medium can’t hold the expression Niki Johnson’s eclectic spin on current culture and of her talent. “I suppose what shapes my practice is the range of materials she chooses to use aren’t the an intense material curiosity,” Johnson admitted. only things that make her a force in the art word. Her Pope Benedict portrait garnered the most She’s able to create works of art that help to move notoriety and was featured in publications like past conventions and reconstruct thinking, edifying The Huffington Post and the New York Daily News. the world with each piece she creates.

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19th Century Americana by Karl Bodbmer, George Caitlin and Mckenny Hall as well as art from others will be shared. 9:30a-5:30p, Mon.-Sat., FREE WILLIAM R. TALBOT FINE ART, ANTIQUE MAPS & PRINTS 129 W. SAN FRANCISCO, SANTA FE, 505.982.1559

williamtalbot.com

THU

Serenity of Light (no end date given) Artist Rebecca Massey shares her photos of senior citizens. 4p, FREE NORTH VALLEY SENIOR CENTER, 3825 4TH NW, 505.242.9261

workingclassroom.org RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

Native American Contemporary Jewelry New works by Yazzie Johnson and Gail Bird will be up for view. 4-6p, FREE ZANE BENNETT CONTEMPORARY ART 435 S GUADALUPE, SANTA FE, 505.982.8111

zanebennettgallery.com THROUGH DEC. 31: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

GROUP SHOW Ric Gendron, Courtney Leonard, Da-ka-xeen Mehner and Mario Martinez display their works. 5-7p, FREE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY NATIVE ARTS, 108 CATHEDRAL PLACE, SANTA FE, 505.983.8900

iaia.edu/museum THROUGH SEP. 26: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

Landmarks Indigenous Australian and Native America artists explore connections to the land. 5:30p-7p, FREE TAMARIND INSTITUTE 2500 CENTRAL SE, 505.277.3901

tamarind.unm.edu

ARTS

ARTS E V E NTS FRI

PERFORMANCE: THROUGH AUG. 24

The Adventures of the Green Feiry This is a musical for all ages. 8p, Fri., Sat.; 2p, Sun., $10

AND AUG. 24: PERFORMANCE

Driving Miss Daisy Staged readings of this classic drama by Alfred Uhry. 8p, Fri.; 2p, Sun., $10 ADOBE THEATER 9813 4TH NW, 505.898.9222

adobetheater.com THROUGH AUG. 31: PERFORMANCE

Magic Tree House: The Knight at Dawn KIDS A family friendly musical following a brother and sister who travel to medieval times through a magic treehouse. 7p, Fri.; 2, 7p, Sat.; 2p, Sun., $10 CARDBOARD PLAYHOUSE THEATER COMPANY N4 THEATER, 4904 4TH NW, 505.510.1389

cardboard-playhouse.org SCREENING

Life Itself A documentary about the life of worldrenowned film critic Roger Ebert. 7p, $6-8 HARWOOD ART MUSEUM 238 LEDOUX, TAOS, 575.758.9826

harwoodmuseum.org PERFORMANCE: THROUGH AUG. 24

An Iliad A modern twist based on Robert Fagle’s translation of Homer’s epic. 8p, Fri.-Sat.; 6p, Sun., $20 THE CELL THEATRE 700 1ST NW, PHONE

liveathecell.com RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

20 X 20 Celebrating 20 years with 20 artists and sales. 5p, FREE 4684 CORRALES ROAD, 505.898.7203

corralesbosquegallery. com

THROUGH SEP. 20: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

New Works for Indian Market

A$$holes on Cellphones

Artist John Nieto art work is on display. 5-7p, FREE

Images by ink and more by artist Marc Dennis will be on display. 5-7p, FREE

VENTANA FINE ART 400 CANYON, SANTA FE, 505.983.8815

TRICKLOCK PERFORMANCE LAB 1705 MESA VERDE NE, 505.254.8393

tricklock.com

THROUGH SEP. 1: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

ventanafineart.com RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

“Kansas Gold,” by Chris Pappan, 2013, is one of the many works displayed in Tamarind Institute’s newest exhibit titled Landmarks: Indigenous Australian Artists and Native American Artists Explore Connections to the Land, running through Sep. 26. An opening reception will be held on Thu., Aug. 21 from 5:30-7p at Tamarind (2500 Central SE, 505.277.3901). THROUGH SEP. 7: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

New Perspectives & Messages from Wounded Healers Two shows in the same spot, not to be missed. 6-8p, FREE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS 1050 OLD PECOS TRAIL, SANTA FE, 505.982.1338

ccasantafe.org

WED

Comedy Matt Knudsen is a stand up comedian coming though ABQ for one night only. Check him out for the laughs! 8p THE BOX PERFORMANCE SPACE AND IMPROV THEATER 100 GOLD SW, 505.404.1578

theboxabq.com

The Power of a Woman

FRI

Nocona Burgess acrylic works will be on display. 4-7p, FREE

THROUGH SEP. 12: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

GIACOBBE-FRITZ FINE ART, 702 CANYON, SANTA FE, 505.986.1156

giacobbefritz.com RECEPTION/EXHIBT

Indian Market Group Exhibition Fifteen gallery artists gather for the annual market. 5-8p, FREE GALLERY 822 822 CANYON, SANTA FE, 505.989.1700

gallery822.com THROUGH SEP.: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

Ted Gall and Michael Madzo These artists creations in bronze steel and mixedmedia collage will be shared. 5-7p, FREE HUNTER KIRKLAND CONTEMPORARY 200 B-CANYON, SANTA FE, 505.984.2111

hunterkirkland contemporary.com

At First Sight UNM’s incoming Masters of Fine Arts graduates will introduce their work to the community. 6-8p, FREE SCA CONTEMPORARY ART ARTLAB STUDIOS 524 HAINES NW, 505.228.3749

scacontemporary.com THROUGH SEP. 23: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

Women in Cultural Context A diverse group of artists works explore how women respond and adapt to cultural adaptations and norms. 5-7p, FREE TANSEY CONTEMPORARY 652 CANYON, SANTA FE, 505.995.8513

tanseycontemporary. com

ZANE BENNETT 435 S GUADALUPE, SANTA FE, 505.982.8111

zanebennettgallery.com

FRI

THROUGH SEP. 14: PERFORMANCE

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest The story of McMurphy and his enduring fight and survival from Nurse Ratched. 7:30p, Fri., Sat., 2p, Sun., $12-$22 ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATER 224 SAN PASQUALE SW, 505.242.4750

albuquerquelittle theatre.org SCREENING

The House of Frankenstein The classic spooky tale with Dracula, the Wolf Man and Dr. Frankenstein’s monster. 7p, $5-$7 KIMO THEATRE 421 CENTRAL NW, 505.768.3522

kimotickets.com

TUE

THROUGH SEP.29: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

Visions of Nature Tricia Love, James Janis and Carol Lopez are the featured artists. 5-8p, FREE THE GALLERY ABQ 8210 MENAUL NE, 505.293.9333

thegalleryabq.com

WED

THROUGH NOV. 4: RECEPTION/EXHIBIT

Celebration A group show by a number of artists who work in different mediums. 5p, FREE CORRALES BOSQUE GALLERY, 4685 CORRALES, 505.898.7203

corralesbosquegallery. com

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

BOOKS

Of war, peace, humor and heartbreak BY STEVEN J. WESTMAN

ill Nevins is one of our city’s wellknown and well-loved writers. Call him journalist, teacher, poet or friend. I call him a friend, having worked with him for over a decade at two publications, and have come to admire him as someone who was often my mentor and protector — always generous and always full of talent. With roots in New York and New England, Nevins made his home in New Mexico in 1996. Father of three children, his son Sgt. Liam J. Nevins died in combat in Afghanistan on Sept. 21, 2013. Heartbreaking. It is still hard to fathom what a father must be going through after something like this crashes into his existence. But Nevins writes. And his latest work is Heartbreak Ridge — what Albuquerque bookstore Bookworks refers to as “a collection of poetry spanning decades from Nevins’ New York City youth to reflections on war, peace and life in New Mexico.” When asked to review this book of poems, my own heart skipped a beat, hoping I could do Nevins justice. As I sat down and began to read the 34 offerings through the pages, I sensed his love and anguish and anger. It’s relevant to this time we are

Heartbreak Ridge By Bill Nevins Swimming with Elephants Publications July 2014, 52 pp.

living in right now. There are also moments that make you smile. His love of music and verse is apparent on almost every page. (I’m still smiling over the poems “Hair of the Dog” and “Sonny Rollins.”) But turn to page 30, and there it is — Nevins’ “Heartbreak Ridge.” It begins with part of “My Boy Jack,” a poem by Rudyard Kipling: Have you news of my boy Jack? Not this tide. When d’you think that he’ll come back? Not with this wind blowing, and this tide. And then you read from Nevins’ heart. And yours breaks. Poetry is meant to stir emotion; these two pages wiped me out. His way of honoring and showing love for his lost son is a graceful gift. I’ve reread all 34 poems several times now, and I come away feeling different and changed each time. This book is wonderful and sweet and bittersweet. If you know Bill Nevins, you will fall in love a little bit more. If this is your introduction, be prepared to fall hard.

LOCAL iQ | ALBUQUERQUE’S INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE | AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

On Tue., Sep. 2, at 7p, Nevins will be sharing his new work at Bookworks (4022 Rio Grande NW, bkwrks.com). Those who know him are already aware of what a presence he can be in a public forum. If he is new to you, come down and introduce yourself and make a new friend. He’s a good one.

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One Flew Over the andle P. McMurphy Cuckoo’s Nest couldn’t possibly do hard labor in prison. Finding 7:30p, Fri.-Sat.; 2p, Sun.; himself in trouble with the Aug. 29-Sep. 14 Albuquerque Little Theatre law yet again, he concocts a 224 San Pasquale SW, plan to fake his insanity in 505.242.4750 order to avoid jail time. That’s $22/$20 (Sen.)/$18(Stu.) when things really start getting albuquerquelittletheatre.org batty. McMurphy is placed in a mental ward, bearing witness to horrid abuse and humiliation from the harrowing Nurse Ratched, who gains power through the degradation of McMurphy’s fellow inmates. Banding together, McMurphy and his posse of patients plan a rebellion to gain back their dignity. Based on Ken Kesey’s novel, Albuquerque Little Theatre (celebrating its 85th anniversary!) is opening the new season with this enthralling look at mental illness and the effects that institutions have on humanity and sanity. The result of the insurgencies led by McMurphy can at times be humorous, while others take a more tragic turn. This emotional rollercoaster of a production may just give you a craving to devour the book or give the film adaptation another looksee. —Mateo Coffman

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t’s amazing that stories written thousands of years ago can speak volumes in this modern day, as if no time has passed at all. Homer’s Iliad is an epic tale of the long-lasting effects of war on families, warriors and gods during the time of the Trojan War. The drama between soldiers and their god/goddess parents unveils a complicated and engaging plot that’s ideal for the stage. Theatrical actor Algernon D’Ammassa has toured professionally as a performer and An Iliad teacher. He also founded the Los 8p, Fri.-Sat.; 6p, Sun.; Angeles Theatre Dojo project, Aug. 22-24 which combines community, The Cell Theatre yoga, meditation, martial arts and 700 1st NW, 505.766.9412 theater — a unique experience for $20, $15 sen., $10 audiences and participants alike. stu. He has recently resided at the liveatthecell.com Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University, and he’ll perform this production of the ancient Greek tale for one weekend only in Albuquerque. Based on Robert Fagles’ translation and retold by playwrights Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare, An Illiad opens with a homeless man singing an ancient Greek song and embarking on a story that feels as old as mankind. Randy Granger accompanies D’Ammassa with percussion. Chloë Winegar-Garrett

MPACTS! is a collaboration between Zane Bennett Contemporary Art in Santa Fe and the Mizuma Art Gallery in Tokyo. Featuring over 15 emerging and established artists from throughout Japan who are making waves with their artwork, the focus is to help facilitate a dialogue about Japan and the contemporary art scene. From sculptures to paintings, watercolors to moldings, monochrome to outlandishly vibrant, there’s a piece of art for IMPACTS! everyone in this collection. The public opening begins at OPENING RECEPTION: 5p, but be sure to make it by 4-7p, Fri., Aug. 22 Zane Bennett Contemporary Art 4p to witness a live painting 435 S. Guadalupe, Santa Fe, by featured artist Kato Ai. 505.982.8111 Never one to skimp out on FREE special events that help bring zanebennettgallery.com you closer to the artists, Zane Bennett is hosting workshops in the days leading up to the public opening that are related to Japanese contemporary art and culture. On Thu., Aug. 21, listen to painter Ikeda Manabu and Director of the Japan Society Gallery Miwako Tezuka as they talk about contemporary art in Japan and how it’s affecting the art world today. —Mateo Coffman

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ENVIRONMENT

A chunk of Antarctica the size of Texas is slowly melting away

FI L M R E E L By Jordan Mahoney

DEAR EARTHTALK: To what extent is Antarctica really melting and what impact might it have on coastlines around the world? —Andrea Hutchinson, Cary, N.C. The Antarctic continent, roughly the size of the United States and Mexico combined, is composed of rock covered by glaciers some 16,000 feet thick. The glaciers form from fallen snow compacting into successive layers of ice, and they eventually move downhill toward the coasts and “calve” into the ocean as icebergs and eventually melt out into the sea. Antarctica and Greenland combined hold about 99 percent of the globe’s freshwater ice.

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According to the National Snow & Ice Data Center, the result of the entire Antarctic continent melting out completely would be sea level rise of about 200 feet around the world, which could in turn lead to untold devastation. While no one can be sure how hot things will get as a result of global warming, most climate models don’t forecast conditions hot enough to cause the wholesale melt-out of Antarctica. In fact, the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) reports that the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, which constitutes about two-thirds of the world’s southernmost and iciest continent, is remaining relatively stable, with some slight melting that is balanced out by new winter snows. Because East Antarctica rests on rock that is higher than sea level, it is unlikely to collapse. In fact, East Antarctica’s ice cover may thicken moving forward due to predicted increases in snowfall amounts over the coming decades. But on the west side of Antarctica, ice across an area roughly the size of Texas called the Amundsen Sea Embayment (ASE) is already thinning rapidly in large part as a result of surrounding waters warming up due to changing ocean circulation patterns. Many scientists believe that these ocean changes are happening as a result of human-induced global warming as well as thinning of the stratospheric ozone layer. “This is an area that has always caused glaciologists concern, because here the bedrock beneath the ice is a long way below sea-level and the ice is only kept in place because it is thick enough to rest on the bed,” reports BAS. “Thinning of the ice around the coast could lead to glacier acceleration and further thinning of the ice sheet. Essentially, the ice sheet may be unstable, and the recent pattern of thinning could be a precursor to wholesale loss of the ASE ice sheet.” Meanwhile, researchers from NASA and UC Irvine studying the ASE ice sheet

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A Ice across the Amundsen Sea Embayment (ASE), located on the western coast of Antartica, is thinning rapidly in large part as a result of the warming of surrounding waters due to changing ocean circulation patterns.

report a “continuous and rapid retreat” of glaciers there and think that there is “no [major] obstacle that would prevent the glaciers from further retreat.” They worry that within a millennium and perhaps as soon as two centuries, the ASE could melt out entirely — leading to between four and 10 feet of sea level rise around the world — if moderate warming models prove to be correct. Of course, we can all play a role in preventing such scenarios by reducing our carbon footprints. Take fewer airplane trips. Buy organic food. Walk, bike or take public transit to work. If you must drive, get a hybrid or electric car. Wear a sweater instead of turning up the heat. And urge legislators to push new laws that limit greenhouse gas emissions by industry, utilities and other big polluters. It may be now or never.

DEAR EARTHTALK: Is it true that fuel cell cars aren’t really any greener than conventional gas-powered internal combustion cars? —Michelle Adamo, Portland, Ore. A decade ago cars powered by fuel cells seemed like the future of green automotive travel, but many analysts now think otherwise. These futuristic cars run on hydrogen fuel and emit only heat and water vapor. Their engines mix hydrogen, stored on-board in fuel tanks much like gas tanks, with oxygen in the air to produce electricity that powers the drive train. Environmentalists love the idea of fuel cell cars given their lack of greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on a renewable fuel that can be produced domestically. Despite these benefits, fuel cell cars have not caught on and skeptics wonder if they

ever will. One big hurdle is that creating hydrogen fuel turns out to be highly inefficient compared to other readily available fuels. According to Richard Gilbert, co-author of Transport Revolutions: Moving People and Freight Without Oil, the creation of hydrogen gas uses about half the energy it creates. Half of this resulting energy then goes to the conversion of hydrogen back into electricity within fuel cells. The result is that “only a quarter of the initially available energy reaches the electric motor.” In fact, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles’ efficiency varies between 18 and 20 percent, while battery electric vehicles have 77-80 percent efficiency. Not only are fuel cells less efficient than internal combustion engines, their implementation on a wide scale would create enormous infrastructure costs. New infrastructure would be required from “wells to wheels” and fuel cell motors wear out five times faster than internal combustion engines, thereby resulting in a shorter car life and more maintenance. But many still consider fuel cell cars a viable option. “Hydrogen is the key to sustainable transportation because it can be produced in virtually unlimited quantities from renewable resources and because its use is nearly pollution-free,” says the non-profit INFORM. A significant financial commitment to hydrogen research, says the group, could result in a variety of vehicles fueled by hydrogen that perform as well or better than gasoline vehicles, with a fraction of the environmental impact. EarthTalk is written and edited by Roddy Scheer and Doug Moss and is a registered trademark of E: The Environmental Magazine (emagazine.com). Send questions to: earthtalk@emagazine.com.

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mong talented artists and unique minds, there are a few yet who transcend further, who seem cut from another cloth. Fela Kuti, the Nigerian composer, activist and counter-culturist, was certainly one of them. With a painted face, Fela paces the stage, taut and wiry, sometimes puffing on a comically large joint, while his harem of dancers shake and shimmy around him. His polygamist, misogynist ways

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he term “mumblecore” is being tossed around quite a bit lately, in reference to indie dramas that adhere to strict realism, simple set design and bumbling, unpolished dialogue. Joe Swanberg seems to be a frontrunner of the movement, and his latest, Happy Christmas, is a fine example — a modest flick in which everything feels natural. Anna Kendrick (who appeared in his last, the largely improvised Drinking Buddies) stars as Jenny, an

alienate him from loved ones, give him shades of grey. His music is “the weapon,” songs nearly 30 minutes long that attack the military and government, which result in raids, beatings and even the death of his mother. Despite his setbacks, Fela was unrelenting, and this documentary, although spread thin at times, portrays him as such. “I have death in my pouch,” he states with certainty, “they can’t kill me.” Experts, listeners and scenes from a stage play take us through his life. Old footage takes us further, with often shocking clips of both Nigerian strife and Fela’s rebuttal: his music, his spiritualism, his fury.

aimless 20-something who has moved from Chicago and into the life of her brother’s family. Instead of shifting gears into the positive, she continues to shirk duties and avoid adulthood. She seems too immature even for Kevin, the pot-dealing, babysitting “noise” musician who looks after her nephew, Jude (the director’s impossibly cute baby). Jenny rarely impresses, and she only gets along with her writerly sister-in-law when they collaborate on a smutty Fifty Shades-type novel. The Christmas setting is merely a backdrop, and the title mostly ironic, as the film is less about merriment, more about personal and familial change, and the rifts in between.

P LA N E T WAVES ARIES (MAR. 20-APR. 19) You may be thinking you're having too much fun, when it seems you have so much work to do. What I suggest is that you keep the fun going, then connect that frame of mind to the work you have to do. If work is not fun, it's drudgery, and that is life-depleting. Your long-term mission is to choose situations specifically for their ability to integrate productivity and pleasure. It's true that every minute of fun is not necessarily productive, nor is every minute of productivity a hoot, though in an integrated reality there is enough to create a mutual presence most of the time. It's becoming apparent that you will benefit from setting specific goals, then reassessing every time you reach one of them. The central concept here is specific. It's important to set a goal to a degree of clarity that you actually know when you've met the goal. Sometimes you must aim high, and sometimes you must stick to the basics.

LEO (JUL. 22-AUG. 23) You don’t have to push yourself so hard, especially around financial or family issues. And you don’t have to worry, even though that would seem to be one of your “natural” inclinations. Worry is like driving with the brakes on; energy that could go into momentum is put into heat and unnecessary wear and tear. Focus on your resources, and on your ability to manifest more if you need them. Focus on the fact that people care about you, which has a magnetic and otherwise attractive quality. But that won’t work if you have yourself under undue pressure. If you want to use your mind, focus on ideas and putting them into action. Once you get past the thin, barely existent layer of self-critique, you will find that you are a wealth of ideas, which will go well with having the drive and the energy into using them well.

by Eric Francis • planetwaves.net contact with both sides of this equation, and to get swept away by neither of them. Your fears speak of an emotional issue that you’re trying to resolve. It’s something that prevents you from fully expressing your freedom of choice. The feeling may be some shade of, “If I do what I want, the worst thing will happen.” That is not true, but it is a feeling. On the other side of the equation, you can feel your horizons opening up and you know that much more is possible than you’ve dreamed of any time lately. There is substance to your desires, which can take on structure and form as real experiences. That is a workable tool rather than a promise or a guarantee. Therefore, stay true to your vision for yourself.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 20) You do not have to conform to what someone else wants or says is right for VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEP. 22) You seem to be straining with the need you. You do, however, have the option to express yourself in some way, though to agree with someone’s opinion, or to tailor what you’re doing to what you for whatever reason you cannot bring TAURUS (APR.19-MAY 20) yourself to do it. I think you know exactly think would be socially appropriate. Pay attention to a situation in your life But is that really going to help you what you want to say, and you may that gradually seems to be coming to succeed? My take is that you will cover even be ready to commit to your point a head. It's true that you or someone the most ground by tuning into what of view. But something seems to be close to you is reaching a natural limit, you know you want to express, and stopping you. What you’re likely to be though that limit does not mean the saying (or doing) it in your own way. feeling is a blockage that’s been there end. Rather, it appears as a conscious True, you might make mistakes. You change in your relationship to structure. for a while, but now it’s being matched by a new depth of intensity and urgency, might rub some people the wrong way. Usually, structure is experienced as an You might transgress a few boundaries. unconscious element; it would probably most of which is emotional. What you And what if you do? It’s necessary to not occur to you to reorient your house, are yearning for is expression on the level of visceral need rather than on the experiment with the edge in order to or to move a hillside. Where the mind figure out where it is, and to determine level of intellect. Remember that when and feelings are concerned, structure you make the choice to express yourself your relationship to it. This is never is conceptual and therefore flexible. It usually exists due to prior programming, — it’s not necessary to prove anything, mastered by considering the theory or to be right, or even to be precise. It’s alone. Experience is the key, and while though it can be raised to the level of only necessary to “go there” — to go experience is its own reward, you can be a conscious understanding. One thing where you want and need to go, and to sure that there will be others. is clear — you need to conduct your get your feelings out and onto paper as AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 19) affairs in a wider field of reality, where best you can. The temptation to analyze, You may be feeling a call to take there is more space to move around, dissect and disprove may be strong. Be to experience your feelings, and to authority over certain areas of your life. stronger. express your desire. With that in mind, If you run an organization, you may be you consider visiting an actual field and LIBRA (SEP. 22-OCT. 23) feeling the calling to get a grip and make noticing how that feels, or working in a What exactly are you struggling with? sure things happen right. I suggest you place where you have plenty of room. What is the nature of your inner conflict? proceed gently, though I would caution Is it about what you want, or what you GEMINI (MAY 20-JUN. 21) that your astrology may be guiding want but you’re denying yourself? What you in the direction of being bossy. You seem ready to put the pieces are those two factors involved, the desire Keep the whole situation in mind, and together. That is, the pieces of yourself and the denial? There’s another angle of spend plenty of time considering where — which may be different interests, approach to your life that will feel much other people are coming from before opinions, inner voices, plans or ideas. more fruitful. It can start with not trying you make any additional demands on They are not separate and therefore to prove, deny or disprove that you’re they don’t need to compete. Yet you them. Your key to success is avoiding worthy of love, no matter how you feel. may first have to go through a tight confrontation. It will help to have clear Rather, you can take the leap to loving spot where you decide that everything goals, then present those to people — that is, loving everyone. This may in your mind is irrelevant, which might in a low-energy format and see if they sound crazy, or like nostalgic 1960s jive. feel like a crisis. If you persist, you will are interested in signing on. This is pop through to the other side where you It is anything but jive, especially for you, leadership by agreement, which is right now (if astrology means anything). may notice that your ideas are indeed a form of consensus-building. With Widen your world. Expand your sense of irrelevant if you don’t relate them to consensus, the underlying values are the yourself by encountering more people one another. Once you start to make in more places. Take a breath and notice thing to focus on. Establish common the connections, meaning will emerge. ground, which will lead to common how alive the people around you are, Said another way, meaning is always goals and the mutual desire to fulfill and count yourself as one of them. If contextual. The same astrology chart them. This is easier, more fun and more you cannot quite get there, take every can apply to a child born in a birthing humane than the usual top-down school opportunity to learn from example — center, and a car running a stop sign of management offered by the world. outside the birthing center. The meaning especially from people who know how to forgive themselves as a way of life. This PISCES (FEB. 19-MAR. 20) of astrology, or of ideas, is revealed by is the key, to nearly everything. One of the most intriguing things about the context in which they are set. The this world, as opposed to many other first context is you; the second is their SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 22) worlds, is the diversity of experience interrelationship. How honest with yourself can you be? If there is some limit, what is the hang- that is possible here. You really can CANCER (JUN. 21-JUL. 22) up? Your life story for the next couple of go anywhere right from where you’re This is the time to experience what sitting right now. In actual fact, anything weeks will be about working your way it means to feel good about yourself. is possible, which means that many to that boundary or limit. Many times Venus and Jupiter are forming a seemingly conflicting possibilities are in your life, you’ve found it easy to be conjunction in Leo, your solar 2nd in denial. Now, between your own inner available at the same time. There’s also house. This is a way of saying that you a huge diversity of potential in human have full access to your inner resources, pressure and the lurking sensation nature, which leads to some amazing that you cannot respond to your own and you have everything going for you. experiences, some dismal ones and needs, denial will verge on impossible. Now your goal is to actually experience Incidentally, there seems to be a wide variety in between. For all of that. I don’t mean analyze it, or prove something here about your mom. The these reasons, it’s essential that you that it’s true, or look for the ways it reason she did not respond to her own always keep in mind what you want. may not be true. I mean experience as needs was not because she didn’t want What you want is the only guiding force a direct reality, like looking at the sky to — by my estimation, it was because that you, personally, can use to guide and noticing that it’s blue. One other element of this astrology is that you can at key times she was not flexible enough your own life through such a maze of possibilities. That does not mean you afford to be real. Try it for a few days — to change when she needed to. That is the name of the tune — flexibility. The will get what you want all the time, but say only what is true for you. Express more conscious the better. what it does mean is that you have what you want. Do nothing to conceal an organizing principle you can apply your reality. Wear the clothes you want SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 22) when making choices about people and to wear, skip the makeup if you want, God loves you, but what do you fear? circumstances. It’s fair to say that the and go only to events and functions Your charts describe a scenario where freedom to choose is your only freedom that actually suit your fancy. Take some your darkest ideas of what is possible at all, which is a good reason to stay meet your most faithful expectations. notes on the experiment and see what awake and alert. I think it will be necessary to stay in you learn.

THE AMERICAN VALUES CLUB CROSSWORD “State of the Union Address” By by Byron Walden, edited by Ben Tausig • Difficulty 4/5 ACROSS 1 “61*” subject 6 Band with a lightning bolt in its logo 10 Roughly 70% of all email 14 Mouse Trap part 15 2013 WNBA finals MVP Moore 16 Wear out the carpet 17 Talk show host who won on “Press Your Luck” 19 Giant Italian smoker 20 Frequent scapegoat for the Beatles’ breakup 21 Horse hair 22 Made less heart-healthy 24 Industry in recent crisis 26 Actress and poker player Jennifer 27 Tap choice 28 With 44-Across, “Bridesmaids” director who won on “The $25,000 Pyramid” 29 ___ of sin 32 Dieters’ targets, say 36 Currency in recent crisis 37 Buttons it, with “up” 38 Bastard 39 Callus site, frequently

40 Je ne sais quoi 41 2013 film featuring a whole lot of destroyed buildings 43 Name on a Chinese menu 44 See 28-Across 45 Middle name in 2012 summer jams 46 Joint military venture between the U.S. and Canada 48 Vocal quavering 52 Like settled debts 54 “Later,” to the jet set 55 Beginning of many a modern, masculine portmanteau 56 “Pity” 57 “The Office” actor who lost on “Match Game” (the lamer ’90s one) 60 Swing 61 Musical duo that broke up in 2012 62 “I’ll do whatever you need” 63 Buds on the playground 64 Abstinencepromoting org. 65 Cold ones? DOWN 1 Hardly a sinecure 2 Place for fans 3 Just kept going and going and going

and going and going 4 Place to stop for the night 5 Delta accrual 6 Surrounded by 7 Support for the elderly 8 Punk rocker’s bottleful 9 Character with “a lean and hungry look” 10 Amount to, as doom 11 Actress who won on “The $64,000 Question” (but she cheated!) 12 Condition in some gawky school pictures 13 Beverage for Beowulf 18 Justin’s partner in the original “wardrobe malfunction” 23 ___-hands (company-wide meeting) 25 It’s a bitch, they say 26 Workout system involving martial arts 28 Pitchfork part 30 First name in Perry Mason–creating 31 Christmas, to the French 32 “Bugger off” 33 Asset

34 Actor who lost the Showcase Showdown on “The Price Is Right” 35 Start of a response to “What?” 36 Start working in, as politics 39 “But that’s not all ...” 41 Tim who was the Ladies’ Man on “Saturday Night Live” 42 Carmelite, for one 44 Occasion for HS football games, usually 47 Pockets of sanity 48 Something to eat 49 Doubleday who almost certainly didn’t invent baseball 50 John Goodman series on HBO 51 Has out the wazoo 52 Not sound smooth 53 Singer who recorded for Verve, casually 54 Looped in, in a way 58 It makes waves 59 Gp. Louis C.K. toured with in Iraq and Afghanistan

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CO M M U N IT Y EVEN TS THU

SUN

Drawing Class

THROUGH NOV.: MARKET

All levels open drawing class with Dave Blecha. 1-3p, FREE

Rail Yards Market

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SAT

Westside Summerfest Enjoy an evening out with food, people and music by Morris Day & The Time. 5-10p, FREE COTTONWOOD DR. BETWEEN OLD AIRPORT ROAD & ELLISON DRIVE 505.768.3452

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Mr. Peabody and Sherman Beat the dog days of summer with a flick, indoors! 1:30p, free OPEN SPACE VISITOR CENTER 6500 COORS NW, 505.897.8831

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The Dynasty of Lawrence Burke Author Bill Christy will read from and sign his book. 3p, FREE BOOKWORKS 4022 RIO GRANDE NW, 505.344.8139

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Idalia Road Marketplace This market includes vendors, music, food, and more. 9a-2p, FREE 1320 IDALIA ROAD, RIO RANCHO, 505.553.5591

FESTIVAL

Mountainair Sunflower Festival Arts & crafts, food vendors, live entertainment and more, rain or shine! 10a-4p, FREE MANZANO MOUNTAIN ART COUNCIL N. ROOSEVELT, OFF BROADWAY, MOUNTAINAIR, 505.847.2205

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Stop by and take in artists, food, vendors, educators and more. 9a-3p, FREE RAIL YARDS MARKET THE RAIL YARDS IN BARELAS, 771 1ST SW, 505.203.6200

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Four-One Acts Former UNM President Richard Peck reads from and signs a collection of works. 1p, FREE TREASURE HOUSE BOOKS & GIFTS 2012 SOUTH PLAZA NW, 505.242.7204

WED

Writer’s Group This is an open class for anyone interested in writing. 3-4p, FREE OFFCENTER ARTS 808 PARK SW, 505.247.1172

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Pueblerina As part of the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema series, this classic film about a man just released from jail and trying to build a new life will be shown. In spanish with subtitles. 7p, free SOUTH BROADWAY CULTURAL CENTER, 1025 BROADWAY SE, 505.848.1320

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THU

Party on the Patio Enjoy live music under the stars and all you can eat horno-baked pizza and more. 6-9:30p, $10 PUEBLO HARVEST CAFE 2401 12TH NW, 505.724.3510

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Karen’s Card Committee Create cards for yourself or as gifts. 3p, FREE OFFCENTER ARTS 808 PARK SW, 505.247.1172

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FRI

SCREENING

Pandas: The Journey Home Filmmakers of Pandas: The Journey Home were granted unprecedented access to the Wolong Panda Center in China. Meet all of the pandas at the center as they get ready for their new lives in various parts of the world. 4p, Price TBA NM MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, 1801 MOUNTAIN NW, 505.841.2889

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SAT

BOOK SIGNING

The Proud Little Burro Author Lisa Goldman and illustrator Patrice Schooley sign their children’s book. 1p, FREE TREASURE HOUSE BOOKS & GIFTS 2012 SOUTH PLAZA NW, 505.242.7204

Rebel Donut Dash A donut themed 5k fun run. Prizes will be awarded. 8a, $35 BALLOON FIESTA PARK 5000 BALLOON FIESTA PKWY, 505.768.5366

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NM Black Expo Entertainment Show Enjoy workshops, a kids activity corner, college resource booth and much more. 10a-10p,FREE ABQ CIVIC PLAZA, 400 MARQUETTE NW, 505.768.3186

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Salud y Sabor

Home Composting Basics

This event includes food, art, entertainment aimed at providing families an opportunity to connect with community and culture. 5-7p, FREE

Learn the science, materials and methods of drought-proofing your garden soil to grow fruits and vegetables. 10a-12p, free

NATIONAL HISPANIC CULTURAL CENTER 1701 4TH SW, 505.246.2261

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LOS VOLCANES SENIOR CENTER 6500 LOS VOLCANES NW, 505.836.8745

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NM Wine Festival Taste several varieties from throughout the state. Daily, $5$31 NORTH CAMINO DEL PUEBLO, BERNALILLO 243 S. CAMINO DEL PUEBLO

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Birthday Event Western writer Max Evans celebrates his 90th birthday with a bash. 3p, FREE BOOKWORKS 4022 RIO GRANDE NW, 505.344.8139

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SUN

BOOK SIGNING

Guest Bedroom: Collected Stories Author Dennis Herrick reads from and signs his book. 1p, FREE TREASURE HOUSE BOOKS & GIFTS 2012 SOUTH PLAZA NW, 505.242.7204

SCREENING

Manchurian Candidate A psychological thriller in which a career soldier grows suspicious about his experiences in Desert Storm after Squad Sergeant Raymond Shaw becomes a candidate for Vice President. Part of the Magnificent Meryl series. 2p, $5-$7 KIMO THEATRE 421 CENTRAL NW, 505.768.3522

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Umbrellas Part of a series,t his film takes a poignant, in-depth look at the concept and realization of the project by Christo and JeanneClaude: The Golden Collection. 11a, FREE ALBUQUERQUE MUSEUM 2000 MOUNTAIN NW, 505.243.7255

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TUE

BOOK SIGNING Heartbreak Ridge NM teacher and poet Bill Nevins presents a new collection of work. 7p, FREE BOOKWORKS 4022 RIO GRANDE NW, 505.344.8139

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Kids Summer Open Studio The studio is open and loaded with art supplies for kids only, under 12 must have a guardian present. 10a, FREE OFFCENTER ARTS 808 PARK SW, 505.247.1172

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