Taos Magazine Fall 2021

Arts . Community . Culture

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THE QUARTERLY MAGA ZINE FOR TAOS & NORTHERN NEW ME XICO

ARE YOU A TAOS WOODCARVER OR ARTIST WHO WORKS IN WOOD? It has been two years since our beloved plaza tree was cut down, and the wood has been curing, waiting for the proper time.

Now it is ready to be transformed by local artists into something beautiful and remarkable. If this sounds like your project, or to learn more about the Taos Roots Project, please contact Ruthann at ruthanntaosroots@yahoo.com.

T-shirt artwork

(T-shirts will be available in time for the holidays!)

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Celebrating 30 years in Taos

VOLUME XXXVIII NUMBER 2 FALL 2021

EDITOR’S NOTE AS I GET READY to publish the holiday issue this year, I

A publication of The Ascher Group, LLC PO Box 2328 Taos, NM 87571-2328

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can’t help but look back a year, to 2020, the year that had no real celebration of the season for so many of us. This year, though we are still living with uncertainty, it seems that we will once again join our families and our friends for a bigger, better holiday. Perhaps all the sweeter for having lost a year.

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Here in Taos the bustle of preparations for winter are in full swing. Trucks full of cut wood are going here and there. The faint chill in the air hints at changing leaves, falling leaves, the first snow, and the appearance of Christmas lights.

Designer Anna Magruder

This issue has the annual gift guide, some good stories, and a look at some of the biggest events of the year. We at Taos Magazine wish you a magical season, a time to make beautiful memories, prosperity, and, above all, good health.

Be on the lookout for the next issue, early in 2022. And Happy Holidays to you all!

ANNABEL ASCHER

Publisher Editor in Chief Annabel Ascher

Copy Editor Ginger Hentz Contributors Lenny Foster Geraint Smith Bernadine de Herrera Annabel Ascher Jane Archer Jim O'Donnell Stephen Plyler Andrea Lawrence Mike Lewinski Randy Scheller

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ON THE COVER: Rio Grande Gorge Winter Light; photo by Geraint Smith

06 GOES GREEN TAOSFOLK

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THE FRANK MORGAN JAZZ FESTIVAL RETURNS! GIFT GUIDE: THE GIFT OF SUPPLIES GIFT GUIDE: THE GIFT OF ADORNMENT GIFT GUIDE: THE GIFT OF ART GIFT GUIDE: UNIQUELY TAOS WHAT IS FOOD WITHOUT FARMS? INDEPENDENT FOOD MARKETS OF TAOS GIFT GUIDE: THE GIFT OF BOOKS & MUSIC CALENDAR BEAUTIFUL TAOS

TAOS ROOTS: THE FELLING OF A BELOVED TREE SPARKS A MOVEMENT AS GENEROUS AS TAOS

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A GREAT CUP OF COFFEE—WITH TAOS ATMOSPHERE

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Supplies— for the Artist, Artisan, or Crafter

THE FRANK MORGAN JAZZ FESTIVAL RETURNS! NOVEMBER 10 THROUGH 14

TAOS JAZZ BEBOP SOCIETY is back with the annual Frank Morgan Taos Jazz Festival. The festival is inspired by the memory of Frank Morgan, the late, great alto jazz saxophonist who called Taos home. Taos went deep with Frank—his ashes are buried in the quiet garden of the Taos Inn.

For the past several years, Taos Jazz Bebop Society has assembled four nights of jazz and jazz-related events featuring world-class talents, many of whom were associated with Frank Morgan. The November Festival has become the premier fall jazz event in northern New Mexico, attracting capacity crowds and visitors from around the state and beyond.

Taos Jazz Bebop Society has presented world-class jazz events throughout the year. Their mission is to keep jazz alive and thriving in Northern New Mexico—and to that end they have sponsored an enormous variety of jazz genres: from Bebop to modern blues, from New Orleans jazz to funk, from Latin big bands to poetry with jazz accompaniment.

This year’s line up includes Grace Kelly, George Cables, and the Django Festival Allstars. Tickets are limited. For more information visit www.taosjazz.org

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Mooncat Fiber 120 Bent St # B, Taos Open Daily 10 AM-6 PM This sweet little store in the John Dunn Shops, specializing in local, hand-dyed, hand-spun yarns, will have everything you need for the one who can’t get enough yarn. Some of the available yarns include Buffalo, Yak, Alpaca, Llama, and Targhee. They also carry some felted clothing and knitting and crochet accessories.

Bead Creations 124 Bent Street, Unit C, Taos 575-758-3093 This is the place for bead artists to get everything they need. If you have someone who does beadwork on your holiday gift list, you will strike gold at this shop. And if you are a bead artist, you will be in heaven.

Taos Art Supply 208 Ranchitos Rd, Ste C, Taos 575-770-4824 www.facebook.com/taosartsupply Whether you are looking for paints, canvas, or pastels, this store has it all. If you love an artist, start your holiday shopping here!

“Looking Straight Into the Sun”, acrylic on linen, 18" x 24"

GALL ERY • SCULPTURE GARDEN • GUEST HOUSES

Inger Jirby Gallery, 207 Ledoux Street, Taos, NM 87571 575.758.7333 jirby@newmex.com www.jirby.com

Inger Jirby Solo Show through December

Kirk Buchanan TAOS ARTIST

Painting the enchanting landscapes of Northern New Mexico and the American Southwest

www.kirkbuchanan.com Taos Artist Collective: 106 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571

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TAOSFOLK GOES GREEN

TAOS’ FAMOUS HOLIDAY POP-UP STORE IS BACK! THIS YEAR, TaosFolk is called GLOBAL GREEN TAOSFOLK to honor our commitment to the “greening“ of the world. TaosFolk designers and artists will focus on using “green“ materials and recycled materials as much as possible. We have almost 30 new-to-TAOSFOLK artists this year and are very excited with the work that they will present using found, rescued, recycled, reused and repurposed ingredients.

Exciting new products include: • Aprons repurposed from men’s shirts—truly charming and innovative designs, perfect for cooking Christmas dinner

• Gorgeous stained glass ornaments and hanging window designs using colored glass scraps • Paper bags, complete with handles—crafted from Taos News pages to hold your eco-friendly gifts • Small boxes covered in colorful and unusual papers • Soap from goat’s milk and honey—what better way to use nature’s bounty?

• The Re-Store (the ultimate green experience) will have a space for the first time in TaosFolk—selling everything that is literally “green:“ books, linens, tableware

• Wooden boxes made from reclaimed fence posts— • Dolls made of paper, fabric, wire and gold scraps complete with knots as small handles, and inside from large-scale theater design projects is a surprise cutout of a heart design to hide small • Snowflakes cut from recycled materials and layered gifts—a ring from TaosFolk perhaps? to make fascinating, colorful shapes and designs for nightlights, cufflinks and more 6

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• Repurposed kid’s clothes with mismatched buttons and patches of calico • Cool new Taos design on great T-shirts in all sizes • Novels, books on aging properly, books of poetry, magnificent books on Taos history, and books for kids—all by Taos authors • Felted hats and scarves

• Exquisite glass flowers in unusual vases • Handcrafted one-of-a-kind knives • Unusual jewelry—such as bolo ties and rings—using stones from the Taos area • Knitted hats and gloves for the return to the ski slopes

• Mosaics with designs which remind us of the seashore

• New, fantastical crowns—with themes of flowers, Christmas, the sea, animals and other whimsies for the princesses in your life

• Drawstring bags with beaded string straps

• CDs by Taos musicians.

• Calendars with gorgeous photos and paintings of Taos

This year for the first time, TaosFolk will have a visiting international artist from Athens, Greece showing silver jewelry never seen in the USA before.

• Gift cards with children’s art, flowers and snow scenes of Taos • Creams and salves made by Taos artists • Vintage hats, bags and jewelry • Innovative pottery with ravens and cactus • Mugs with rabbits frolicking • Beautiful masks to address our ongoing concern for others

TaosFolk will wrap your gift beautifully at no charge and send you on your way—all your shopping needs met for a true one-stop shop.

TaosFolk will follow all COVID-19 protocol guidelines, including requesting that all customers wear masks.

Hand sanitizers and social distancing will prevail.

Location: Stables Gallery—behind the Taos Inn and Donabe Restaurant Open November 19 - December 24 11am - 5pm, Sat-Thurs; 11am - 7pm, Friday www.taosfolk.com • 773-595-8065

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Adornment together an everyday outfit or dress up for an evening out. These versatile shawls complement any fashion style and can be worn as a large scarf or draped over your shoulders. Printed on soft, lightweight modal fabric, it’s perfect for transitioning between the warmer and cooler seasons. WhethAndean Software has been the er heading out to a fancy dinner or place to go for the softest and most taking a cool evening walk, Gazelle beautiful holiday gifts for years! shawls will help you stay warm and feel elegant at the same time.”

Clothing is an evergreen favorite when it comes to holiday gift giving, and for good reason. From coats to sweaters to scarfs, clothing gifts are personal, beautiful and practical. Give these local stores a visit this season.

Andean Software This winter in one unique location: Taos Ski Valley Resort Center Next to the Blake Hotel 575-776-2508 www.andeansoftware.com Andean Software has located everything in one place for your ease of shopping. The Taos Ski Valley store is chock full for all your holiday needs from the smallest stocking stuffers like llamas, alpaca socks, ceramics, finger puppets, to the finest in alpaca coats, capes, fur vests and hats and scarves. Andean Software is celebrating 39 years in Taos Ski Valley this winter! Come on up and see the beautiful new resort center and enjoy some holiday cheer.

Boxie Tees

103B Bent St, Taos 575-758-4480

Shawls are just one of many discoveries you will make at Gail Russell Art and Apparel Studio.

Boxie Tees is a women's apparel collection of designer basics born and bred in Los Angeles, CA and living Brick and Mortar in Taos, NM. Boxie Tees has a rainbow of colors for a polished but kicked-back vibe.

Boxie originals collection is available year-round. 100% organic cotton fabric creates our best-selling soft, opaque, smooth textured tee Moxie with a relaxed fit. Trust us, you can't have just one.

216 B Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos 575-758-1256 www.taosmoxie.com Gail Russell Art

and Apparel Studio

A Fair Trade & Handmade Taos shopping destination with unique North Star Plaza gifts, clothing, home decor, and so 65 RT 522 Suite 4A, El Prado much more. Moxie enables eco575-770-1507 nomic independence of artisans by gailrussellartandapparel.com purchasing from organizations that “My beautiful modal shawl is a are fully committed to the practice of fashion go-to! This shawl works with fair-trade principles. Moxie supports almost anything in your closet—tie the local economy by purchasing 8

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locally, supporting nonprofit organizations, and being a responsible citizen.

Earth and Spirit 132 Bent St., Taos www.earthandspirit.net There is plenty to love in this gallery on the edge of Bent Street, owned by Shari Ubechel. There is a large counter full of beautiful and affordable jewelry, featuring semi-precious stones. And Shari can tell you what each of them is helpful for—besides making lovely earrings, bracelets, pendants, and rings. But that is not all. The gallery is full of stocking stuffers such as small whimsical bags and small ceramic pieces. Earth and Spirit is also an art gallery, filled with Shari’s famous 3-D paintings.

Jackies Trading Post 129 North Plaza Dr., Taos 575-758-4828 www.jackiestradingpost.com Jackies Trading Post has the largest collection of fine vintage southwestern jewelry in Taos. For over 35 years they have been known for providing the best in Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, and Pueblo made jewelry, arts, crafts, and pottery. Take home a piece of southwest tradition for the holidays.

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SHOP FOR AN ENCHANTING HOLIDAY SEASON

Taos' Foremost Western Art Gallery

Heritage Fine Arts One Location ­– Worldwide

PRESENTING: • Roberto Ugalde • Anderson Kee • Malcolm Furlow • Robin Lieske • Tatiana Koch • Roger Williams

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OUR ESTATE SALESROOM PRESENTS THE FINEST IN AFTERMARKET COLLECTIBLES

“Spring Morning” Roberto Ugalde, Oil, 48x48

“Last Of The Water” Andersen Kee, Oil, 48 x 36

OPEN DAILY 10-6PM

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NEW MEXICO LANDSCAPES IN OIL “La Junta” 16" x 18" Edition of 10 Limited Edition • Hand Carved • Wood Block Prints 117A Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM 87571 ANGIECOLEMANFINEARTS.COM | 575.779.4658

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Art

Art is at the heart of Taos, and these galleries have some very special items for the people on your holiday list. Get out and explore to find the treasures of Taos.

“New Mexico is the ideal place for a landscape painter like myself.

With its dramatic formations, ancient architecture, and inspirational light,

by RC Gorman, Frank Howell, Earl it is truly a Land of Enchantment.”

Biss, Robert Daughters, Fritz Schold- Inger Jirby's Gallery, Guest Houses er and many other sought-after and Sculpture Garden are open artists. year-round. In addition to her art,

Angie Coleman 117-A Kit Carson Rd, Taos

Angie Coleman’s prints are of the beauty to be found Inger Jirby Gallery in Taos and North- & Guest Houses ern New Mexico.

Her studio is full of 207 Ledoux St, Taos possibilities and 575-758-7333 many of her pieces Jirby.com are very affordable.

Heritage Fine Arts 122 Kit Carson Rd, Taos 575-751-7348 Taos' foremost Western Art Gallery represents acclaimed traditional and contemporary Western and Native American artists. In the main showrooms are seen the latest works of Andersen Kee, Malcom Furlow, Roberto Ugalde, and the amazing watercolors of Gayle Weisfield.

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For many years Inger has been committed to Northern New Mexico.

She has settled in the heart of Taos, a magical place rich in artistic and cultural traditions that has proved to be the perfect environment for her life and her art.

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you will find a fabulous sculpture garden, kachina dolls, and wonderful jewelry.

Michael Gorman Gallery 103 E Plaza, Taos (575) 224-6911 www.michaelgormangallery.com

The nephew of storied Taos artist, RC Gorman, Michael works in ceramic and photography to carry on a legendary Taos art tradition. Don’t Inger Jirby's life has been as rich, miss this sweet little gallery under dramatic and exotic as her art. She the Gorge restaurant. was born in the far north of Sweden, above the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Wilder Nightingale a place of blazing color in the fall.

Her earliest memories are bathed 119 Kit Carson Rd, Taos in a bright palette, the same colors (575) 758-3255 that characterize her passion-filled www.wnightingale.com fauvist paintings. She has honed her skills in Paris, Mykonos, Greece, Rob Nightingale is one of the drivVenice, under Tuscan skies in Italy, ing forces of the art scene on Kit through Jamaica, and the West In- Carson Road and everything about dies. Her work appears in seven his gallery shows why. Stop by this holiday season and enjoy the calm museums in the United States. beauty of this gallery.

SOME GIFTS ARE

Uniquely Taos There are some places that just can’t be categorized. These are places, some of them unexpected, where you can find some very cool things. We recommend you check these stores out and step out of the box to find something extraordinary!

Las Comadres Gallery 120G Bent Street, Taos 575-737-5323 Come visit Las Comadres, the only woman owned and operated gallery in Taos. Our newly renovated space was voted to be a "must see" on trip advisor.

We have an eclectic mix of artwork: paintings to fit your budget, handmade jewelry, glasswork, pottery, dream catchers, painted gourds, beeswax candles, ornaments, cards and beautiful fabric work. Affordable, fun—and all by local women artists. Shop local this holiday season to keep our dollars in Taos! We are located in the John Dunn Shops. Follow the alley from the plaza. Look for the purple sign!

magpie 1405 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, El Prado 781-248-0166 www.magpietaos.com Pottery, jewelry, gifts for the home, and some fascinating art. Gallery owner Georgia Gersh has a different artist on display each month, and an artist’s reception.

These events take place March through November, with a big party to celebrate it all in December.

Taos Folk Taos Folk is the annual holiday pop-up store, at the Stables Gallery throughout the season. For complete information please see the story on page 6 of this issue.

Celebrating our 12th year!

Famous Taos Pop-Up Store The best holiday shopping in Taos!

Affordable gifts by Taos hands

OPEN NOVEMBER 19 TO DECEMBER 24 11AM-5PM EVERY DAY FRIDAYS UNTIL 7PM

STABLES GALLERY Behind the Taos Inn & Donabe Restaurant 773.595.8065

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Taos Roots

THE FELLING OF A BELOVED TREE SPARKS A MOVEMENT AS GENEROUS AS TAOS

Jane Archer

TREES ARE AN integral part of a community, but they are more than that. They are an ancient symbol of life. They have branches and roots, the branches symbolizing the many connections between the people in a community, and the roots the deep history and traditions that define a community's very nature. And the roots in Taos go very deep indeed.

Sometimes the natural world speaks to us in a way we cannot ignore. That was the case with this special tree.

And thus, Taos Roots was born.

Daniel Barela speaks of his involvement in the project: “Taos Roots is important because it gives back to an important cause that improves the lives of those at risk or most vulnerable in our community.

When the town of Taos took it upon itself to suddenly and without notice cut a cottonwood tree that had “The unique part about Taos Roots is that we are trystood like a sentinel on our plaza for generations, many ing to raise money from an iconic tree that stood in the plaza for decades and was removed from the Taos were upset. None more so than the McCarthy family.

Plaza and tossed in the landfill. My role was retrieving Ruthann McCarthy was able to rescue most of the the tree because I believed it was worth saving. wood from the tree with the help of Luis and Daniel Barela and others, and the wood is cured and ready “In addition, because I am a third-generation woodto be assigned to the artists. It will be used for several carver, I knew I could play a significant role in inspiring pieces of public art made by Taos artists. But she soon other woodworkers and helping to create some beautiful artwork. Taos Roots provides an extraordinary found that this project was much bigger than that.

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opportunity for people to purchase a piece of wood from an iconic Taos tree. My life’s mission is to volunteer my time to support causes that positively impact our community and preserve history.”

Native Taoseña Bernadine DeHerrera echoes those sentiments. She states: “I have been fortunate to grow up here. I left to gain an education but was blessed to be able to return to my beloved Taos to work and live. In my heart I hold a lifetime of memories, golden treasures. Culture, tradition, family, neighbors, and friends are the combination of influences that have shaped who I am. These are also the reasons I have been excited to be involved in the formation of the Taos Roots Project.

Luis Barela taking bark off wood. It is dry and ready to assign to carvers and artists.

“Our community is changing. Change is always inevitable, but positive and kind change is important. More important is the inclusion of our history and love for each other as we move forward into the future. Traditions should and must continue.

“I am one person willing and hoping to be part of this special group of Taoseños who share my desire.

“It is important to me to give back to the community, serve and keep our historic Taos beautiful. The Taos Roots Project invites individuals to become part of this movement of caring for the community.”

Ruthann McCarthy shares this about the mission of Taos Roots: “Whether you are a native local, a 30-year local, just moved to Taos, or just visiting, when you understand the roots of our culture, of our history, our ancestry, our life in Taos, you understand the significance of OUR Tree.

“100% of the proceeds will go back into the community for those in need in Taos.”

Join Taos Roots to keep our ROOTS strong and make a difference for the people in our community. Please contact Ruthann at ruthanntaosroots@yahoo.com.

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WHAT IS FOOD WITHOUT FARMS?

Food Security in Uncertain Times Annabel Ascher

If this past 18 months has taught us anything, it is that we cannot count on “business as usual.”

And besides the scramble for toilet paper, one thing we all scrambled for was food. But what if it were worse? What if the delivery system breaks completely? Or, what if the factory food system fails and there is nothing to ship? This is not farfetched in the early 2020s.

The obvious solution is local grown food, which means farms. One young farmer explained to me how far Taos County is from being “self-fed”. We grow about .001 percent of what is needed to feed a hungry county. We are essentially 100% food insecure. What is grown is mostly gardens for personal consumption, and then only half the year.

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The solution is to encourage more farming. A lot more. But it’s a tough job, even for the young and strong. If we want more local food, we need to make it as easy as possible. We need to make it attractive. It is a complex issue, but the concepts of agricultural parity go a long way to giving that help, so they will be there for us when hard times come.

AN OPEN LETTER TO TAOS COUNTY To Taos County Officials and Citizens: Surplus purchase guarantees (SPG) serve as an inspiration to grow as much food as possible and ensure that those on the receiving end of redistribution programs have locally grown, micro-nutrient-dense food.

We aren’t paid an hourly rate as small family farms.

Every aspect of the work has to be a labor of love.

We have bumper crops and crop failures. When a crop fails, we swallow our losses and replant. We see farmer fatigue amongst small farmers working for nothing and ending up with wasted product.

Taos is one of the hungriest counties. It would behoove the town to invest tax dollars into connecting hungry people with local farm surplus. Paying industry standard prices would see farmers earning more liveable wages. We believe a town casually spending $50 million on an airport, can afford $150,000 for local farm surplus.

Purchased surplus would be distributed amongst the residential non-profits preparing meals daily for youth and the elderly.

SPG and tax-free farming are two principles of agricultural parity, they “level the economic playing field” for farms, specifically small organic family farms, so that they are “on par” with industrial megafarms. Thank you for you consideration.

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Independent Food Markets of Taos—

The Best Places to Stock Up on Holiday Foods WHETHER YOU ARE doing holiday baking, hosting a party, or preparing a big holiday meal for family and friends, these are the places to get your ingredients. You can also put together a wonderful gift box.

In the age of factory farms and big box stores, Taos is blessed with a number of independent alternatives.

Locally owned markets can more easily stock local foods and they keep the money right here in Taos, where it benefits all of us.

Cid’s Food Market 623 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos 575-758-1148 Facebook: Cids-Food-Market www.cidsfoodmarket.com Cid’s Food Market opened in 1986.

As the largest independent grocery store in Taos, Cid’s provides a complete selection of high quality produce, much of it organic, a meat counter with knowledgeable butchers, a take-out food section, and just about everything you will need to stock your pantry.

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The Cellar 623 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos 575-758-7445 www.thecellartaos.com This family-owned boutique fine wine, beer, and craft spirits store has everything you need. For holiday entertaining and enjoyment.

Looking for something special? This is the place!

don’t forget to grab a coffee drink or snack at the café.

The Taos Food Coop 314 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos 575-758-3840 Facebook: TaosFoodCoop www.taosfoodcoop.com

Open since 2012, the Coop Is run entirely by volunteers and is owned by the members. Members receive a 10% discount on purchases, and The Sol Food volunteers receive a 20% discount.

Market and Cafe If you are interested in volunteering, 591 Arroyo Hondo Arroyo Seco Rd, contact the store for more informaArroyo Seco tion. A true community space, they 575-776-5765 offer classes and workshops on www.solfoodnm.com many food and health related subwww.facebook.com/solfoodnm jects throughout the year.

The Sol Food Market packs a lot into the space. From the great selection of staple foods to the produce section, there is a commitment to local food and people. Whether you are just popping in to get one item or you are bringing out the cloth bags for a week’s worth of groceries, you can get it done at Sol Food. And

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If you are shopping for a music or book lover your job is easy, as long as you know their tastes. Taos has several possibilities for you audiophile or big reader. Go into these stores and you may lose track of time.

op.cit. Books Taos 124 Bent St, Taos 575-751-1999 Here you will find new books, including a decent section on this area, cookbooks, history, art, fiction and non-fiction. There are plenty of books packed into this small store at the corner of the John Dunn Shops. They have used books too.

Brodsky Bookshop 107 Plaza Garcia, Ste. B, Taos 575-758-9468 brodsky@newmex.com The legendary Brodsky Bookshop is the oldest bookshop in Taos. It was founded in 1977 by the late Lee Brodsky. They have an eclectic selection of used books, including some real treasures.

Head’s Up Music 216 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte C, Taos 575-770-6165 This is more than a CD store—it is a classic record store with all kinds of authentic vinyl and even turn tables and other equipment for the vintage audiophile!

Ennui Gallery 134 Bent St, Taos 575-758-4655 Ennui Gallery is a cooperative space for art, records and gifts, as well as live music. They have lots of small gifts as well as a great collection of music.

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A Great Cup of Coffee— WITH TAOS ATMOSPHERE ONE THING MANY of us can’t live without is a good cup of coffee in the morning. But cafés do more than that. They provide a comfortable place to meet our friends and sometimes to make new ones. Taos is lucky to have a slew of completely independent coffee places—each with its own character.

COFFEE APOTHECARY

ELEVATION COFFEE

616 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos 575-779-8706

1110 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, El Prado 575- 758-3068

This has become the go-to spot on the south-side for a great cup of coffee or chai, high speed internet, and conversation with friends. Whether you are meeting for business or just reading a book you will enjoy the atmosphere.

Elevation Coffee is a light, airy, and comfortable café on the north end of town. It has internet, a selection of pastries and light food choices such as breakfast burritos and bagels. But the thing that will really catch your eye is the revolving art show. The arVisit coffeeapothecarytaos.com or tistic quality extends to the espresso find them on Facebook. drinks. Elevation is the only place in town with coffee art.

Visit elevationcoffeeshoppe.com or find them on Facebook THE ESPRESSO BAR AT TAOS VALLEY LODGE 615 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos 575-751-1131

CECE’S BEAN

COFFEE SPOT

124F Bent Street, Taos 575-758-0606

900 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos 575-758-8556

With its enclosed historical sunporch, adobe fireplace, and free WiFi the café is well worth a stop when you visit the John Dunn shops.

Find them on Facebook.

Besides excellent coffee, the Coffee Spot also has a full breakfast and lunch menu, food prepared to order, everything from scratch, and hand-made pastries. They have gluten-free and vegan options if you need them. Find them on Facebook.

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This light and spacious newcomer to the Taos Cafe scene is located inside the lodge just below the plaza to the south. They serve Peet's Coffee and have all your favorite drinks to enjoy sitting at the bar or in one of the comfortable seating choices. They also have a coffee flight if you want to taste a few varieties. Light food and snacks available.

NOULA’S 108 S Plaza, Taos 575-758-2211 Tucked into the corner of the Hotel La Fonda on the plaza, Noula’s is the go-to café for many of the downtown crowd. They have pastries and Seattle’s Best coffee. This is a Starbuck’s brand, but Noula’s is not a Starbucks by any means. Find them on Facebook.

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102 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte A, Taos 575-737-5299 The World Cup is located on the northeast edge of the Plaza, and it is pure Taos. Stop by for an Americano or an organic pastry, and if the weather permits, grab a seat on the bench in front to people-watch or enjoy some conversation.

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For more information about Taos events, go to LIVETAOS.com or check the local paper for complete listings.

LIVE MUSIC

THE FRANK MORGAN JAZZ FESTIVAL

THE ADOBE BAR

NOVEMBER 10-14

Five nights a week from 5-7pm, Thursdays. Please call 575758-2233 for information on who is playing.

Presented by the Taos Bebop Society

OCTOBER

Since 2015 this annual festival has showcased some of the finest names in Jazz.

For more information and full lineup visit taosjazz.org TAOS FOLK OPENING DAY NOVEMBER 19

This yearly and much loved Christmas pop-up store is back! It will run through December 24.

THE TAOS BALLOON RALLY OCTOBER 29, 30, 31

DECEMBER:

For more information visit www.taosballoonrally.com

36TH ANNUAL YULETIDE TREE LIGHTING DECEMBER 3 4 PM TO 7 PM

The 2021 Taos Holiday Season officially kicks off with the annual lighting of the Town Christmas tree during the 36th Annual

DIXON STUDIO TOUR NOVEMBER 6-7

For more information, visit dixonarts.org

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LIGHTING OF LEDOUX STREET DECEMBER 4

Several locations on Ledoux Street, Taos Any evening full of blessings, caroling, entertainment, food and hot beverages.

For more info visit taosfolk.com and see the story on page 6.

The rally returns to take to the skies on Halloween Weekend!

NOVEMBER:

Yuletide Tree Lighting at the Taos Plaza. Join our Mayor Dan Barrone and community. For more information contact Judy Esquibel at 575-751-2037 or e-mail jesquibel@taosgov.com.

BONFIRES ON BENT STREET SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11 4:00PM – 7:00PM

Hosted by the John Dunn Shops and Bent Street merchants.

Bonfires and farolitos will warm

SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! you up and light the way.

Shops will be decorated for the festivities and offer snacks and specials all day.

An evening full of blessings, caroling, entertainment, food, and hot beverages.

A HOLIDAY GATHERING OF CELEBRATION AND GRATITUDE AT THE STUDIO OF TAOS PHOTO ARTIST GAIL RUSSELL SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11 AND 12 10 AM TO 5 PM

North Star Plaza, 65 RT 522 Suite 4A, El Prado Come meet a true Taos original and enjoy the fellowship of friends.

We welcome our community of neighbors, friends and family

for a gathering of holiday warmth and cheer. Featuring the book launch and signing of Spirit in Form; the human form in nature and other places, Gail Russell’s newly released book of sensual poems and intimate photographs from her early works. Guests will enjoy treats and drinks, and find unique gift ideas including photo printed Gazelle Shawls of silk/cashmere, Kangaroo scarves with pockets, leg warmers, notecards and inspiring photographs. gailrussellartandapparel.com gailrussellphotoartist.com Further information: 575-770-1507

When you shop local it keeps the money in our community and directly supports

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KIT CARSON ROAD ANNUAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION DECEMBER 18

Just the good feeling of spreading cheer in this season of joy.

3 PM TO 6:30 PM

Join the Merchants, Galleries and Museums for Holiday Cheer. Farolitos, Luminarias, Hot Beverages and More!

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BEAUTIFULTaos : FALL 2021 A SIX YEAR RETROSPECTIVE: FIVE IMAGES THAT CAPTURE THE BEAUTY OF THIS ENCHANTING PLACE

Fall Foliage, Randy Scheller

Jackrabbit, Mike Lewinski

Fog, Stephen Plyler

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Apples Fall, Jim O'Donnell

Taos Plaza Overhead, Andrea Lawrence FALL 2021

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Deborah Lujan of Taos Pueblo has created a gorgeous 11"x17", 12-MONTH CALENDAR with her original photographs.

This is the first large format calendar of TAOS PUEBLO images done by a TAOS PUEBLO TRIBAL MEMBER.

Each calendar is $35. Payment is required before the order is placed & will be delivered in December. Shipping & handing costs are not included.

These will be produced in limited quantities so place your order by email at djlujan@gmail.com.

BETR AYED Why has the Taos Regional Airport received $2,000,000 from the CARES Act for infrastructure while zero dollars went to addressing our affordable housing crisis?

Because Bellis, Barrone, and the TSV Billionaire do not care about Taoseños.

Our leaders tell us the airport is important to the Taos tourist industry. But the airport brings in a tiny fraction of the people who visit Taos.

The Taos housing crisis is the kind of emergency the CARES Act funds were meant to address. Our leaders are betraying the people they were elected to serve.

Even if every visitor to Taos flew into the airport, they could not bring in enough money to support working Taoseños. Tourism is essential for some of our small businesses, but they cannot afford to pay the wages required to live in Taos, and during the long offseason, they suffer, too.

LA COALICIÓN is a grassroots organization of working people, farmers, water protectors, climate activists, and those who respect and support the people who have called Taos home for generations.

Our first panel, on gentrification, attracted a packed house at Talpa Community Center.

Due to Covid, our second panel will most likely be on Zoom only.

The sad truth is workers in Taos can’t make enough money to live in their own hometown!

Our leaders know this. Their own report on the housing crisis* concludes Taos County has the greatest disparity between incomes and housing costs in the entire state.

Our panelists will discuss the housing crisis and how it affects Taoseños. *Taos Affordable Housing Plan, June 2020.

ACTIONS you can take right now: 1. Get involved with the work of La Coalición. Sign up to receive more information and updates at www.lacoalicióndetaos.com. We promise to keep you informed.

2. We will hold panel discussions every six weeks in person or via Zoom. Get educated about the issues and what’s really happening in your town.

3. Write or call the Taos town council and county commissioners and let them know you’re paying attention.

Sign up to receive more information and updates at www.lacoalicióndetaos.com.

JOIN WITH US. BECAUSE WORKING TOGETHER, WE CAN SAVE OUR TOWN.

TAOS MAGAZINE wishes you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous 2022!

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