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PEACE ON EARTH NASA composite image - Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Earth from Earth’s Moon - October 12, 2015 IN THIS ISSUE: Feature - “Analog Time” - Escaping the “Digital Age” Tales of the Trails - Gustave Baumann marionettes Community Spotlights - CAP 75th annniversary, etc.

Blinded with Science - Self-contained habitations

From The Editor - Getting back to basics this Holiday season Nature’s Circle - Backyard astronomy in December Holiday Helping Hands - Helping non-profits help us all

Bits & Bites - Pecos NHP event, libraries pass,

Upcoming Events - December events and highlights some of our favorite bites Art & Culture - NM Museum, Baroque Xmas, Moscow Ballet Acorn’s Corner - Kid’s Page Fun

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COMMUNITY NEWS, VIEWS, AND MORE IN THIS ISSUE - December 2016 - VOLUME 2 NUMBER 11 FRONT PAGE 2 From the Editor - Getting back to basics this Holiday season 3 Feature - “Analog Time” - Escaping the “Digital Age” 4 Spotlights - A Veteran SF bookstore finds a new home 5 Community Spotlights - CAP 75th anniversary, The Old Pine Box 6 Holiday Spotlights - Stray cat houses, dog cookies, holiday wreaths 7 Holiday Helping Hands - Helping out with non-profits this Holiday season 8 - 9 Calendar of Events for December 10 Art & Culture - NM Museum open house, Baroque Xmas, Moscow Ballet 11 Tales of the Trails - Gustav Bauman marionettes 12 Blinded With Science - Self-contained habitations 13 Nature’s Circle -Backyard astronomy in December 14 Bits & Bites - Pecos NHP event, libraries pass, our favorite bites 15 Acorn’s Corner - Kid’s Page fun 16 The Corridor Back Page

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Greetings and welcome to the December issue of The Corridor. I am sure that I don’t need to remind our readers of the tumult and upheaval that we have all felt this year, before and after the recent Presidential election, as well as the other issues that our country and the world has faced this year.

In this issue we hope to focus on the good and positive that make our connection with our world special at this time of year. Our feature story is called “Analog Time”. It is a reflection on how we all might become “unplugged” from the technology that surrounds and confounds us. Our children seem entranced and controlled by the technology at their fingertips, while those of us of a more advanced age often find technology bewildering and befuddling.

As an older member of the younger generation that has spawned our Technology Age, with years of experience on the “bleeding edge” of technlogical innovations, I find myself today in much the same state that some of our forefathers felt, men such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, Walt Whitman - even our local celeb Ernest Thompson Seton. These “trancendentalists” from the turn of the previous century were combatting their concerns with what was to become the “Industrial Revolution”. Today we are all victims, willingly or unwittingly, of the “Digital Revolution”.

Please look to the other pages of this issue as we present holiday gift ideas and some pleasant diversions from everyday life as we celebrate our Holiday Season. May the joy and hope that we all keep in our hearts during this season find its way into the lives and dreams of yourself and your families.

Best wishes from all of us at The Corridor!

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COMMUNITY NEWS, VIEWS, AND MORE Make a little “Analog Time:” for yourself and your famly this Holiday Season”

Welcome to the Digital Age . . .

Long Live Analog Time!

by Marc-Paul LaRouche At the turn of the previous century (that would be the 20th century, for those of a more tender age), such luminaries and forwardthinkers as Thoreau, Emerson, Whitman, Seton and many others concerned themselves with the consequences of the Industrial Revolution, to the extent that they founded societies and movements intended to bring sane members of humanity back to the land and back to nature. Today we find ourselves once more on the precipice of 2 worlds.

At the forefront and impending upon our very existence (and perhaps, our nemesis) is the Digital Age. Herein we find every thought and idea known to Man at our fingertips. Entire generations are now able to find the answer to all important questions, contact every known human within their sphere of influence, solve the world’s problems with a few mouse clicks – indeed, presumably the potential to solve all of the world’s problems is within the grasp of everyone with a computer, cell phone or other smart device.

Another piece of taking some “Analog” time is to simply turn off your electronic devices each evening. I know this is a hard choice for most modern Americans, but it has been proven to be very beneficial for the well-being of all humans to ‘un-plug” from their digital devices and re-connect with their analog selves. This can be done as easily as turning off your TV or computer and picking up a book to read. It’s not rocket science, (although you can certainly read about rocket science without a digital device). I highly recommend that you try to unplug yourself during this Holiday season and give yourself and your family some “Analog Time”.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

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Civil Air Patrol Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Civil Air Patrol, a national volunteer organization founded in 1941, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Governor Susana Martinez recently issued a proclamation recognizing the anniversary.

CAP originated as a widespread effort of civilian aviators who contributed their time and aircraft for civil defense. In addition to searching for German submarines along US coasts in 1942-1943, they patrolled inland borders and forests, searched for missing aircraft, and served as couriers.

Today, CAP serves communities and the nation with search and rescue, disaster relief, youth develop-

ment, and aerospace education. New Mexico CAP has over 800 members in 16 squadrons and eight public school programs across the state, and maintains a fleet of 12 Cessna aircraft, two gliders, and a balloon.

CAP’s cadet program includes orientation flights in powered aircraft and gliders as well as leadership training for youth ages 12-18.

In 2015, the Santa Fe Squadron participated in searches for a downed glider near Lamy, a missing treasure hunter on the Rio Grande, a former White House chef near Taos, and a backpacker on the Continental Divide Trail. The squadron trains frequently with

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ground search teams and during the May 2000 Cerro Grande fire was credited with saving the lives of six firefighters by alerting them to an approaching fire front.

“We’re proud of the Santa Fe Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol for the service they provide to this community, including search and emergency support. But more than anything we appreciate their work to connect young people and the community at large to aviation in Santa Fe,” said Mayor Javier M. Gonzales.

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The Old Pine Box was founded in 2004 on the basis of providing families facing the death of a loved one with a choice.

It is a stressful time and something few people research before it is absolutely necessary, if at all.

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fixed in place with wooden lid pins. The Old Pine Box does not use any harsh laminates or varnishes. The interior linings are stuffed with pine shavings to provide a soft, plush bed that is gentle on the earth too. A commissioned artist, Ms. All of their products are made of Corinne, is available to adorn items solid wood. They are crafted with with unique, hand painted or wood panel construction to give them burned art. depth and character while keeping classic simplicity in mind. Hard- The Old Pine Box delivers in and ware is kept to an absolute mini- around New Mexico in as little as mum to keep each vessel as natural 24 hours if necessary and they ship as possible. Their lids slide ever nationwide. As Lynn says, “If the so gently off each end and are af- website says it is in stock, it is”.

The all-too common result is a purchase that wasn’t aligned with the decedent’s desire or values. The Old Pine Box offers an alternative to the status quo casket that many people have come to accept.”

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The feedback that the owners of The Old Pine Box have received from families who have found out about their business has been overwhelming with respect to satisfying their wish of something simple and unique – yet masterfully done. Lynn tells The Corridor “We feel a distinct honor when we are chosen to help people with something that is so personal.”

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Local bookstore owner comes full circle to new location in Santa Fe Santa Fe bookstore owner Leo Romero has finally come full circle back to the same commercial plaza where he started 28 years ago. Tired of the daily commute while working at the labs in Los Alamos, Mr. Romero, who is originally from Las Vegas, New Mexico, opened his first bookstore, “Books and More Books” on Cerrillos Road in Santa Fe, in 1988. Mr. Romero sold that store in 2000 and later opened a succession of bookstores on Montezuma Ave., back on Cerrillos Road near Whole Foods Market, on Aztec Street and finally back to 1333 Cerrillos Road.

His new store is currently called “Books of Interest”, which he opened in September of 2016.

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Leo shares store responsibilities with his wife Elizabeth, a New Jersey native whose former careers include work as an artist and textile designer, as well as an arts writer for Pasatiempo, the weekly magazine supplement to the Santa Fe New Mexican. His current store features used books and music CDs of an eclectic and interesting nature. As Leo tells it, “Books of Interest is a browser’s bookstore. We do not sell online, so our store is not picked over by people shopping online. Our inventory is priced competitively with the internet, but it is reserved for those adventurous enough to browse our shelves. We believe it’s important that those who come into our bookstore have the chance of finding some unexpected gems or at least a lot of good books.”

Over the years Mr. Romero has had the pleasure of meeting and assisting many book lovers, even some famous authors, such as science-fiction writer and former Santa Fe local Roger Zelazny, as well as author, film director and actor John Waters, among many others. He says that one benefit from owning his store comes from the people he meets and the conversations that he may have. “It’s like traveling without having to travel” he says, “I have interesting conversations with people from all over the world”.

Books of Interest is open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for someone special (or for yourself, of course) this holiday season, we recommend a visit to Books of Interest in Santa Fe. 1333 Cerrillos Road (505) 984-9828 www.booksofinterestsf.com

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HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS

Along with ranch

Holiday wreaths are always a fun addition to any home.

Here we present 2 organizations that sell holiday wreaths as a fundraiser.

Bowser Biscuits - Humane Society of the US photo by Thomas Holbrook

This season make some Tasty Treats for your pup with this easy recipe from the Humane Society of the US.

cuddly things for the kids,. Hats and scarves and gloves...oh my.

Have you ever worn alpaca socks? Oh, they are luscious! We also have hand spun and hand dyed yarns, rovings and award

Want to give your dog a special treat?

These cookies can be cut into cute shapes if you like, but your pooch will enjoy them no matter what they look like.

Ingredients

Capital High School in Santa Fe sells wreaths to support their Model Legislature program. Call (505) 467-1154 or (505) 467-1114 to purchase your wreath between December 2nd and December 12th for only $25.

2 cups cooked and cooled carrots 1 ripe banana, peeled, or another cup of cooked, cooled vegetables 1 cup soy milk 1-1/2 cups peanut butter 2 tablespoons molasses 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup nutritional yeast (optional) 2 cups white flour, plus more for dusting Cooking Instructions Preheat the oven to 325° F (160° C).

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Blend the banana and vegetables (you can substitute peas, green beans, or your dog’s favorite vegetable) in a food processor.

Add the soy milk, peanut butter, and molasses and blend again.

Sift together the whole wheat flour and baking powder, then add to the wet mixture and blend well.

Each year, ASPNM sells beautiful, fresh, mixed evergreen wreaths around the holidays to raise funds for the program. In 2015, ASPNM sold out its 1,800 wreaths, raising over $45,000 for the program! Each wreath costs just $25, a tremendous value for the quality of wreath. They make great gifts!

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Pour the batter into a large mixing bowl.

Add the nutritional yeast, if using, and 1 cup of white flour and stir thoroughly.

Knead in the second cup of white four, adding more flour if necessary to make a stiff dough. Divide the dough into four parts.

Roll out a piece of dough on a floured board to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a cookie cutter or a knife to cut it into diamonds or any shape you like. Place the biscuits on an ungreased cookie sheet. It’s okay to put them close together; they won’t spread out.

Bake the biscuits 10 minutes or until they are just starting to brown. Remove the sheet from the oven and turn over the biscuits with a spatula. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes. Turn the biscuits again and bake for another 10 minutes. They should be as crisp as crackers.

Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool completely. Give a few to your dog, who has been waiting impatiently, while they are nice and fresh.

Repeat with the other three parts of the dough, or freeze the remaining dough to bake later.

Store the cooled biscuits in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Recipe courtesy of Catherine Hess

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All you need is a plastic storage tub, foam, and straw to create this simple shelter for feral cats. Mike McFarland/The HSUS

Stray or feral cats in your neighborhood?

Give them shelter this Winter with this simple Cat Shelter Design from the Humane Society of the US MATERIALS: 35-gallon plastic storage tote or bin with lid (approximate dimensions: 32.5 inches long, 19.75 inches wide, 18.5 inches tall) yardstick, utility knife, sheet of 1-inch-thick rigid foam insulation board, 8 feet by 2 feet, straw ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Using the yardstick and utility knife, cut a 6-by-6-inch doorway on both of the long sides of the storage bin toward the corner. To prevent flooding, cut the opening so that the bottom of the doorway is a couple of inches above the ground.

2. Cut a piece of the foam insulation board to fit the floor of the bin, and line the floor with it.

3. In similar fashion, line each of the four interior walls of the bin with a piece of the plastic foam. Perfect cuts aren’t necessary. Leave a uniform gap of at least 3 inches between the top of these wall pieces and the upper lip of the bin.

4. Cut out two doorways in the plastic foam lined up with the doorway in the storage bin. Trace the outline of the doorways on the plastic foam first before cutting.

5. Stuff the bottom of the bin with straw or other insulating material to hold the interior wall pieces in place.

6. Cut out a plastic foam roof to rest on top of the interior wall pieces.

7. Cover the bin with its lid.

TIPS: To clean the shelter, simply remove the lid and the foam roof.

The shelter is lightweight and may need to be weighted down with a large rock or cinder block.

Face the opening away from the direction of the wind, if possible.

To entice cats to check out the shelter, sprinkle catnip inside.

Periodically replace the straw to keep it fresh and dry.

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“Helping Hands”

Helping Hands for the Holidays

These community organizations offer year-round assistance to those in need - they are always looking for volunteers and donations to continue their important work.

Santa Fe Adelante Cash and clothing donations accepted (SFPS Homeless youth and families services) 610 Alta Vista, Santa Fe, NM www.adelantesantafe.org Bienvenidos Outreach This organization provides food boxes to those in need 1511 5th Street Santa Fe, NM 505-986-0583 http://www.bienvenidosfoodpantry.org/ Esperanza Shelter for Battered Families 3130 Rufina St, Santa Fe, NM 87502 (505) 474-5536 http://www.esperanzashelter.org/ Interfaith Community Shelter 505-795-7494 2801 Cerrillos Rd. – Shelter location http://www.interfaithsheltersf.org/ Kitchen Angels Kitchen Angels prepares and delivers free, nutritious meals to Northern New Mexicans who are homebound and facing life challenging illnesses and conditions.

1222 Siler Rd. Santa Fe, NM 505-471-7780 http://www.kitchenangels.org/ St. Elizabeth Shelter 804 Alarid St. Santa Fe, NM (505) 982-6611 http://www.steshelter.org/ The Food Depot “Why do volunteers matter? Every hour of time that is given by volunteers means that more financial resources can be directed towards providing meals to people in need! Last year’s volunteer hours saved The Food Depot over $250,000 — enough to provide a MILLION meals!”

1222 Siler Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87507 505 471-1633 http://thefooddepot.org/volunteer/ The Salvation Army 525 W. Alameda, Santa Fe, NM 87501 505-988-8055 www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/www_usn_2.nsf Las Vegas Las Vegas Food Pantry 715 National Las Vegas, NM 505 425-7883

To Benefit our Furry and Feathered Friends: Consider these shops when looking for gifts this Holiday season: Santa Fe

The Barkin’ Attic 851 Saint Michaels Drive Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 428-0223 https://www.facebook.com/BarkinAttic/

The Barkin’ Boutique 510 North Guadalupe, Suite N (next to Jinja Bar & Bistro) Santa Fe, NM 87501 505 986-0699 https://www.facebook.com/BarkinBoutiqueInc/

Look What The Cat Dragged In Stores 2570 Camino Entrada. Santa Fe & 541 W. Cordova Road, Santa Fe Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society 100 Caja del Rio Rd Santa Fe, NM 87507 505 983-4309 www.sfhumanesociety.org Rio Rancho

Watermelon Mountain Ranch Going to the Dogs (and Cats) Thrift Store 4405 Jaguar Drive NW Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (505) 867-5347 http://www.wmranch.org/ Cedar Crest Talking Talons The Talking Talons Thrift Store is located at 12159 State Highway North 14, Cedar Crest, NM http://www.talkingtalons.com/ These organizations work year-round to help animals.

Consider a donation as part of your gift-giving plans.

Espanola Valley Humane Society 108 Hamm Parkway Espanola, NM 87532 (505) 470-1278 http://www.evalleyshelter.org/ The Horse Shelter Phone: 471-6179 info@thehorseshelter.org http://thehorseshelter.org The Heart and Soul Animal Sanctuary 505-757-6817 http://www.animal-sanctuary.org/ People for Animal Welfare 505-466-1525 http://www.pawsnm.org/ Animal Welfare Coalition of Northeastern New Mexico 1680 N. Grand Avenue Las Vegas, NM 505 426-3289. www.animalwelfarenewmexico.org

Moriarty Bethel Community Store House “We provide services to our low-income neighbors in need. We help with food, clothing, furniture, household goods, seasonal help and referrals to other agencies for additional help.”

1719 4th St. Moriarty, NM 87035 http://bethelstorehouse.org/ Taos Taos Men’s Shelter http://www.taosmensshelter.org/

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DECEMBER 2016 Calendar of Events

FIND OUT MORE online at http://thecorridornm.com/calendar/ Taos Saturday Dec 10 - 12-4pm - Santa Paw - John Dunn Shops, Bent Street, Taos. Santa Paws is a benefit for Stray Hearts Animal Shelter. Santa will find out what your pet wants for Christmas, and pose for a photo with your pet. Pets available for adoption will also be present. And there will be hot beverages and snacks.

Saturday Dec 10 - 9am-7pm - Bonfires on Bent Street – Taos. John Dunn Shops and Bent Street Bonfires to warm you, farolitos, luminarias, Aztec Dancers, carolers, and in addition to snacks in the shops serving posole, green chile, enchiladas and cookies for everyone.

Friday, December 16 – 7pm - 25th Annual Robert Mirabal Holiday Performance - Taos Community Auditorium, 145 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos. Robert Mirabal presents his music and stories in “Mythos, a Musical Journey Through Time” .

Saturday & Sunday Dec 17 & 18 - 5:30pm - Taos Chamber Music Group Schubert for the Season - Harwood Museum of Art, 238 Ledoux St, Taos. Now a Taos favorite, virtuoso pianist Gleb Ivanov will return for an all-Schubert program.

Saturday Dec 24 at Sunset - Christmas Eve Procession at Taos Pueblo - Nowhere else on Earth can you experience this magical event. A stunning contrast between massive bonfires and the Procession of the Virgin with rifle salutes from the rooftops of the 1000-year-old adobe pueblo buildings. A pageant of beauty, heritage, and awe inspiring imagery.

Saturday Dec 24 – 6pm - Christmas Eve Torchlight Parades - A great way to kick-off your Christmas Eve celebrations! Watch as skiers make their way down the mountain in the dark with flares as their only means of light. All the area ski resorts – Taos Ski Valley, Angel Fire, Sipapu, Enchanted Forest, and Red River – have torchlight parades and fireworks during the holiday season.

Sunday Dec 25 – 2pm - Taos Pueblo Deer or Matachines Dance - Taos Pueblo Plaza. Witness this ancient Native American ceremonial dance honoring the depths of winter, as danced and drummed by the people of Taos Pueblo. No cameras, cell phones, or video cameras allowed. For details visit taospueblo.com Sunday Dec 25 – 6:30-9:30pm - Luminaria Ski Tour Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area, 29 Sangre de Cristo Drive, Red River. Quite possible the most beautiful cross country ski experience in North America. New this year, the trail will wind its way to our new warming yurt at Sven Wiik and Little John! Complimentary posole, cookies and hot drinks! $15.00, $10.00 Child (12 and under), $5.00 Rental Skis or Snowshoes.

Las Vegas & Pecos Monday Dec 19 – 5:30-8pm - Las Posadas - Pecos National Historical Park, A cherished holiday tradition is returning to Pecos National Historical Park with the generous help of the Friends of Pecos NHP and St. Anthony’s Parish. Join us for posadas, farolitos, horsedrawn wagon rides, carols, refreshments, and a piñata!

Santa Fe Ongoing Tuesday – Friday – 10am-5pm - Kitchenality Holiday Boutique – Kitchen Angels’, 1222 Siler Rd # A, Santa Fe. Kitchen Angels’ resale thrift store, Kitchenality, has opened a holiday boutique of gently used, and some new, holiday kitchen and entertaining wares.

Ongoing Monday to Friday - Dec 12-30 - 9:30am4pm - Tree And Train Display - First National Santa Fe, 62 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe. The Santa Fe Model Railroad Club will run their annual model train display in the bank’s lobby. Free.

Ongoing - Dec 16 - Jan 1 - 5-8pm - GLOW—A Winter Lights Event In The Garden - Join us for one of the most unique lighting shows in Santa Fe! GLOW features thousands of lights all aglow throughout the Botanical Garden. Open Nightly (closed Dec 24 & 25).

Wednesday Dec 7 - 5:50-7:30pm - Santa Fe Public Schools 2016 State of the Schools Address – Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 West Marcy Street, Santa Fe. Join Dr Veronica C Garcia SFPS Superintendent to look back at the past year and a look forward to 2017. Entertainment provided by our talented SFPS students. Enjoy appetizers and desserts.

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Wednesday - Sunday - Dec 7-11 - 16th Annual Santa Fe Film Festival - A five-day celebration of the best in cinematic arts, the 16th Annual Santa Fe Film Festival with a program of over 80 films, panels, juried awards, workshops and parties.

Friday Dec 9 - 5:30-8pm - Christmas at the Palace Palace of the Governors, 105 W Palace Ave, Santa Fe. A free, family event. (Donations of non-perishable food welcomed.) .

Saturday Dec 10 - 5-9pm - String of Lights: A Holiday Market - The Farmers Market Pavilion in the Santa Fe Railyard. An evening of Holiday Magic. There will be alcohol available for 21+ from New Mexico Hard Cider Tap Room & Santa Fe Spirits, a special appearance from Santa Claus, and onsite dinner options. 50+ local makers selling unique handcrafted gifts, perfect for everyone on your holiday list; have a drink, see your friends, and get all your shopping done!

Saturday & Sunday Dec 10 & 11- 9am-5pm - SFHS & CHS Stuff the Bus - Walmart Supercenter, 5701 Herrera Drive, Santa Fe. Santa Fe High and Capital High clubs, teams and organizations taking donations of non-perishable food, clothing, and toys for children in our community in need.

Saturday & Sunday Dec 10 & 11 - 9am-3pm - Young Native Artists Winter Show - Palace of the Governors, 105 W Palace Ave, Santa Fe. Begin collecting art, jewelry, pottery and more from the next generation of Native American artists and craftspeople. Children and grandchildren of artists associated with the Palace of the Governors’ Portal Program will demonstrate and sell their own arts and crafts in the Meem Community Room. Free.

Saturday Dec 10 - 10am-4pm - Eldorado Holiday Showcase Popup Sale – Agora Marketplace, 7 Ave Vista Grande, Eldorado at Santa Fe. Thirty-five talented artists from the Eldorado Arts and Crafts Association are bringing their art to the Eldorado Holiday Showcase Popup at the Agora Shopping Center. A wide range of media will be for sale including painting, jewelry, ceramics, textile, recycled, and folk art, photography and accessories.

Saturday Dec 10 - 4-7pm – Holiday Celebration – Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary, 3749-A State Road 14, Santa Fe. The event is a Holiday Celebration to include the traditional lighting of our live tree, an opportunity to visit with new and old friends, along with our senior dogs, horses, and poultry. It is a free event for family and friends.

Sunday Dec 11 - 5:30-7pm - Las Posadas - Santa Fe Plaza - The annual candle-lit procession of Las Posadas travels around the Santa Fe Plaza and concludes in the Palace Courtyard. This version of an old Hispanic tradition recreates Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to give birth to the Baby Jesus—and throws in a few devils for good measure. Stay for carols, cookies, and hot cider in the Palace Courtyard. Free.

Monday Dec 12 - 9am-5pm - Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe Feast Day - Pojoaque Pueblo. Pueblo Dances.

Vespers held Friday night. Pueblo of Pojoaque Feast Day begin at 9am with Mass in the Chapel & dances will follow. Public is welcome. Please no photos or videos including cellphones.

Friday Dec 16 - 7:30pm - Aza - Music From Morocco - GiG Performance Space, 1808 2nd St, Santa Fe AZA unites traditional Tamazight (Berber) music, indigenous to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, with the global influences of its diverse members. $20 Friday - Tuesday Dec 16-20 - 8-10pm - Northern Light - Cristo Rey Church, 1120 Canyon Road, Santa Fe. Santa Fe Desert Chorale presents lullabies and carols from around the world. $20-$80 Saturday & Sunday Dec 17-18 – Aspen Santa Fe Ballet The Nutcracker – Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, Santa Fe. Children of all ages will marvel at this whimsical interpretation of a seasonal classic. With ballet, flamenco, a Chinese ribbon dance, and even an aerialist, allow the cast of 60 dancers, actors, and circus artists to create lifelong memories for you and your loved ones. Saturday 2pm & 7:30pm, Sunday 1pm & 5pm.

Saturday & Sunday Dec 17-18 – 2016 Winter Indian Market – La Fonda on the Plaza - 100 E San Francisco St, Santa Fe. Do your holiday shopping with Native artists, in a festive environment at a downtown Santa Fe landmark, La Fonda on the Plaza! One Day Pass $10, Weekend Pass $15. Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-3pm.

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Saturday Dec 24 - 1-3pm - Christmas Eve Family Concert - Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, Santa Fe. The dazzling pianist Claire Huangci joins Maestro Joseph Illick and the Performance Santa Fe Orchestra in this all-Russian program of Rimsky-Korsakov’s blazing Scheherazade and Prokofiev’s powerful and brilliant Piano Concerto No. 2. Adult- $20, Children (18 & under)- $5 Saturday Dec 24 – 5-7pm - Christmas Eve Orchestra Concert - Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, Santa Fe. The dazzling pianist Claire Huangci joins Maestro Joe Illick and the Performance Santa Fe Orchestra in this all-Russian program of Rimsky-Korsakov’s blazing Scheherazade and Prokofiev’s powerful and brilliant Piano Concerto No. 2.

Saturday Dec 24 - 5-10pm - Canyon Road Farolito Walk – Canyon Road, Santa Fe. One of Santa Fe’s most beloved holiday traditions, the Canyon Road Farolito Walk, lights up the hearts and souls of thousands who promenade this famous path on Christmas Eve. Saturday & Sunday Dec 24 & 25 – Christmas Matachines Dance – Ohkay Owingeh A chance to see the Matachines Dance is a rare opportunityǃ Ohkay Owingeh offers this only hybrid Native and Spanish dance to the community both on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Dance opens with a mass at St. John’s Cathedral on the Pueblo at 4 pm.

Sunday Dec 25 - Christmas Day Pueblo Celebrations And Dances - The Christmas celebrations at the Pueblos continue through Christmas Day and for days afterward. Contact local Pueblos for schedules.

Monday Dec 26 - 10am-5pm - Turtle Dance - Ohkay Owingeh (formerly San Juan Pueblo) For many, the beloved Turtle Dance ushers in the New Year. The songs and dances are ancient, and hundreds of Pueblo members often dance in the cold and snow.

Thursday Dec 29 - 7-9pm - Rhapsody In Blue - Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, Santa Fe. As 2016 comes to a close, what better way to send it off than with an evening of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with the Santa Fe Pro Musica Orchestra, conducted by Thomas O’Connor and featuring guest pianist Melissa Marse. The evening also includes favorite works by Copland, Barber and Michael Daugherty.

Albuquerque Area Ongoing Nov 26-Dec 30 – 6-9:30pm - River of Lights - Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Garden, 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque. Experience millions of glowing, sparkling lights and over 150 dazzling light displays, animated sculptures and synchronized music light show at New Mexico’s largest walk-through holiday production. Closed December 24, 25. Adults (13+): $12, Children (3-12): $6, Babies (under 3): Free.

Ongoing Nov 25-Dec 31 - Holiday Ice Qube Ice Skating – Albuquerque Civic Plaza, 1 Civic Plaza NW, Albuquerque - The holiday ICE QUBE skating season has begun! The skating rink times are: Wed-Thu: 4-8pm, Fri-Sun: 12-8pm. Closed Mon and Tue (open till midnight for New Year’s Eve). Skating is FREE. Skate rentals: $3. Bring friends and family. Everyone welcome! See you on the plaza!

Ongoing – Dec 5 - Jan 8 - 8th Annual Pueblo Gingerbread House Contest - Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - The Annual Pueblo Gingerbread House is a favorite holiday tradition with gingerbread houses inspired by Pueblo villages, houses, churches, and historic buildings This annual holiday event is a unique way to share and enjoy Pueblo culture with your family.

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DECEMBER 2016 Calendar of Events (Cont’d)

Be sure to check out all the events online at http://thecorridornm.com/calendar/ Sandoval County Blessings Day and your Ongoing Wed, Thur, Fri & Sat until Dec 11 Turquoise Trail, East Mountains and Route camera. Celebrating Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, – 7:30pm - Twentieth Annual Nutcracker on 66 and Christmas. the Rocks - Keshet Center for the Arts, 4121 Cutler Ave NE, Albuquerque. A rock n’ roll Friday Dec 9 – 7:30pm - East Mountain Center Saturday Dec 10 - 12-7pm - Rio Rancho re-telling of the Nutcracker story, Nutcracker for Theatre presents Simon Gronowski - Vista Winterfest Celebration - City Center Rio on the Rocks brings a mix of contemporary Grande Community Center, 15 LaMadera Rancho. A fun way to kick off the holidays. dance styles with rock and roll music classics Road (off of North Highway 14), Sandia Park.

There will be a parade, including a visit from to this fun, energetic holiday story.

Holocaust survivor Simon Gronowski. Special Santa & Mrs. Claus, ice skating and a craft lecture and piano performance by acclaimed show at the Santa Ana Star Center.

Ongoing Fri, Sat & Sun through Dec 19 – Belgian author ann Holocaust survivor.

5-7pm - The Real Nut: The True Story of the Adults: $15, Seniors: $12.00 (65 and older), Saturday Dec 10 5-8:30pm Light Among Nutcracker - Aux Dog Theatre, 3011 Monte Students: $12.00 the Ruins – Jemez Historic Site, 18160 NM-4, Vista Blvd NE, Albuquerque See an adaptation Jemez Springs.

Thousands of farolitos outline from the fantastical story by E.T.A. Hoffmann Saturday Dec 10 - 11am-1pm - Winter Hike the historic ruins of “Gisewa” Pueblo and San filled with amazing masks, imaginative Cerrillos Hills State Park, CR 59, Cerrillos. Mild José de los Jemez Mission Church. Traditional shadow puppets, original music, a master daytime temperatures and soft light make it Jemez song and dance performed, delicious storyteller, a timid nutcracker, a fearless girl the perfect time to explore the park on this Pueblo food and art. There are free wagon and the ferocious Mouse King. guided hike. Meet in the main parking lot, ½ rides from Jemez Spring Park and from the mile north of Cerrillos village on County Road site.

Thursday, Friday & Saturday Dec 7-10 – 59. $5 exact change cash or check per vehicle 6-9pm - Ginger Bread House Decorating or free with a valid New Mexico State Parks Sunday Dec 11 3pm and 7pm Moscow Workshops - Moonlight Market, 3421 Stanford pass.

Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker – Kiva Dr. NE, Albuquerque. Each participant will Auditorium, 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque receive a small gingerbread house, a glass Direct from Russia to Albuquerque, the classic bowl to display your masterpiece, and all the Great Russian Nutcracker will entertain the icing, candy, and sugar you will need. Each whole family this Christmas. event will include free hot chocolate! Get your Santa hat on and join us for a great time!

Saturday Dec 17 - 12-3 - Gildan New Mexico $15 Bowl Football Game – UNM University Stadium, Albuquerque. NCAA-sanctioned Saturday Dec 10 - 10am-12:30pm - Placitas post-season college football bowl game that Holiday Open House - Placitas Community has been played annually since 2006.

Library 453 Hwy 165, Placitas, NM. Come celebrate the winter holidays at the library.

Saturday Dec 24 - 5-9pm - Old Town Moscow Ballet in Albuquerque Special Guest Andy Mason presents a musical Luminarias Christmas Eve – Old Town Plaza, program of holiday songs. Join the sing“The Nutcracker” Albuquerque – Annual luminaria display along at 11am. Santa arrives at noon! Please along the streets and walks of the historic Old

by PetetrIllyich Tchaikovsky bring a new children’s book to donate to the Town Plaza.

New Year’s Eve Events

Albuquerque New Year’s Eve on the Plaza! Ring in the New Year with the City of Albuquerque on the Plaza From 9 p.m. - midnight, the community will come together to reminisce about the past year and welcome the New Year. Enjoy food trucks and a cash bar, and of course toast in the new year with a glass of champagne. Bring the kids to celebrate the new year with free children’s activities including dancing, face painting and more.

New Year’s Eve on the Plaza is free for the public. Pets are welcome on leashes. This is a rain or shine event.

Manhattan on the Mesa Celebrate New Year’s Eve in high style at the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum. Dine, dance and sip to the flavor and sounds of New York City. Enjoy a delicious New York style dinner, great live music by the Bad Katz Band for dancing then celebrate the New Year while watching the ball drop in New York City. 6-11pm New Year’s Eve at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - Ring in the New Year with a night of delicious cuisine, live music, dancing, and a champagne toast at midnight. From 5 to 10 pm the Pueblo Harvest Cafe will offer a special one-night dinner menu; after you’ve dined, head over to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center ballrooms to dance the night away.

A tapas menu, full bar, and party favors will keep the celebration going until the countdown and champagne toast at midnight. For dinner reservations call 505-7423510.

New Year’s with the Opera - A fun variety show featuring a quartet of Opera Southwest’s most beloved recent performers, including Alyssa Anderson, Jeffrey Beruan, Josh Kohl, Sarah Asmar, and the Opera Southwest Chamber Orchestra.

With a variety of opera favorites and light classics, there is something for everyone to ring in the New Year.

Join us after the performance in the Ortega Ballroom for a Champagne Reception to ring in the New Year Nob Hill New Year’s Eve Chile Drop - Join us in Nob Hill to celebrate the New Year! Sip on a craft beer from Kaktus Brewing Co. while enjoying live jazz music, dance performances and a “chile drop” at midnight to round out 2016 (Nob Hill’s 100th anniversary).

Kick off 2017 with family and friends in Albuquerque’s quirkiest neighborhood.

Santa Fe Glow: Children’s New Year’s Eve Party at the Santa Fe Botanical Garden - Special family theme night at GLOW Winter Lights event.

Visit the Botanical Garden’s special holiday lighting display and ring in the New Year with special activities and entertainment geared towards

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family. Free, 5–8 pm Light Up A Life For Hospice on the Santa Fe Plaza - Hundreds of farolitos are lit around the Plaza in memory of or in tribute to a loved one to raise funds for The Hospice Center of Santa Fe. Order a farolito at pmsnm.org or at the event for $20 each. The event is free. 5–6:30 pm New Year’s Eve Orchestra Concert: Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony at the Lensic Performing Arts Center.

- Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, an epic of suffering, protest, freedom and joy, has been called a hymn for all humanity. It is crowned by the celebrated “Ode to Joy.” Soloists and a chorus join Joe Illick and the PSF Orchestra to ring in the New Year. 5-6:30pm A City Different New Year’s Eve on the Santa Fe Plaza - Round up your family and friends to lift your spirits in welcoming a new year to the City Differentǃ Festivities begin at 9:30 p.m. with bonfires lining the Plaza and hot chocolate available for a donation to a non-profit benefiting Santa Fe kids. At the stroke of midnight, a City Different New Year’s surprise will kick off 2017 in a uplifting and family-friendly. Come say Bienvenidos and Prospero Año Nuevo to 2017 on the Santa Fe Plaza. Free.

Meow Wolf Presents Galactic Jungle: New Year’s Eve 2017!

Come celebrate the New Year with superb sound, gorgeous lights, immersive art, ridiculously fun DJs, and thousands of New Years revelers at the Shellaberger Tennis Center! 8pm – 1:30am.

21+ Purchase tickets at Meow Wolf. Rosemarie Shellaberger Tennis Center is located at 1600 St. Michael’s Drive. Access it from Siringo Road. It’s on Alumni Dr. Taos & Enchanted Circle New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parades & Fireworks - Watch the trails of light as skiers with torches in hand glide down the famous Taos Ski Valley mountain under the starry skies. Firework displays light the winter sky in celebration of the new year. All the area ski resorts – Angel Fire, Sipapu, Enchanted Forest, and Red River – have torchlight parades and fireworks during the holiday season.

Old Fashioned New Year’s Eve Party at the Red River Community House. Enjoy pizza, music, and games. A countdown ball drops at midnight Eastern time (10 p.m. in New Mexico) allowing even the youngest celebrants to ring in the new year before heading to bed!

Annual New Year’s Eve Potluck at Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area with lighted skiing and sledding at the base area.

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Art & Culture

New Mexico Museum of Art Annual Holiday Open House

Sunday, December 18, 12-5pm The Holiday Open House is a round-robin of puppet plays, art making projects, photos with Santa Claus, and other activities.

• Marionette plays “A Party for Papa Gus” at 1-1:30pm and 3-3:30pm St. Francis Auditorium - Teatro Duende presents a little skit by the Marionettes: Juan, Rosina and Miguelito try very hard to get ready for a party, but rascally Warts keeps causing trouble! Puppeteers Joy Ginther, Danielle Reddick, Warren Houghteling, Melissa Heiman and Westin McDowell. Directed

by Barbara Hatch.

• Make Your Own Stick Puppet 12-4pm Main Lobby - Roni Rohr and friends help children of all ages create their own puppet character.

• Puppet Theater Playhouse 12-4pm (Women’s Board Room) 2nd Floor - Bring the puppet you’ve made with Roni Rohr upstairs to perform in the puppet theater playhouse. Led by Master of Ceremonies Shawna Yambire.

• Find Freckles 12-4pm Rear Lobby - Freckles the marionette is hiding somewhere in the museum. As you go through the galleries looking for Freckles, pick up clues that will lead you to find him and win a prize!

• A Little Chat with the Marionettes 1:302pm St. Francis Auditorium - Museum Educator Sara Van Note takes children’s questions for the marionettes, and for the puppeteers too!

• Selfies with Santa! 1:30-2:15pm and 3:304:00pm St. Francis Auditorium - Parents, have your camera ready for this photo opportunity! Get your picture taken with Santa on your lap! It’s a photo opportunity with the Baumann Santa Claus marionette, for children of all ages. Led by Puppeteer Danielle Reddick.

• Say Goodnight to the Marionettes 3:30pm4pm St. Francis Auditorium - Help tuck the marionettes into their boxes.

• Holiday music performed by acapella group, Barbershop Sounds - Formerly members of the Sweet Adelines International, Barbershop Sounds consists of four Santa Fe-based singers for whom entertaining is their “other life” passion, as well as their avocation. Masako Drugan is the “lead”, singing the “melody”; while Terese Sanchez (tenor), Bess Harris (baritone), and Jo Snyder (bass) provide the “flavor”, rounding out the familiar songs. “ Singing along” is not only welcome, but encouraged!

A Baroque Christmas

A Santa Fe Tradition at Loretto Chapel Monday, December 19 6pm and Tuesday, December 20 through Saturday, December 24 6pm and 8pm each evening.

Santa Fe Pro Musica Baroque Ensemble - Deborah Domanski, mezzo-soprano, Avery Amereau, mezzo-soprano. Music by Vivaldi, Telemann And Traditional Carols. Single Tickets are available

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through the Lensic Box Office or the Santa Fe Pro Musica Box Office.505.988.4640, ext. 1000

Moscow Ballet’s celebrated Great Russian Nutcracker in Albuquerque at Kiva Auditorium Sunday December 11, 3:00 and 7:00pm.

Direct from Russia to Albuquerque, the classic Great Russian Nutcracker will entertain the whole family this Christmas. Experience the exceptional dancing of award-winning principal artists and a company of nearly 40 classically trained dancers. With a 60-foot growing Christmas tree; hand-made costumes by Resident Designer Arthur Oliver; stunning, hand-painted sets designed by Academy Award nominee Carl Sprague, Albuquerque audiences are sure to be delighted. Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nutcracker” receives critical acclaim in the over 100 cities they perform, from New York to Los Angeles, Miami to Albuquerque.

The production is dedicated to achieving world peace. Act II is named “Land of Peace and Harmony” and features a rose-shooting cannon and stunning two-person “Dove of Peace” with a 20 foot wingspan.

Tickets in Albuquerque start at $30. Groups of 10 or more receive a special discount and benefits to the Great Russian Nutcracker, and local New Mexico Girl Scout troops receive a special interactive program. Contact smi@nutcracker. com or more information. Seniors, Military and MotorClub members are eligible for discounts at the theater box office.

For Platinum Experience featuring a Meet N Greet; Gold Circle Gift Package; and single tickets call Ticketmaster 800-745-3000 or go to www.nutcracker.com/buy-tickets.

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COMMUNITY NEWS, VIEWS, AND MORE A Century of Delight http://bit.ly/2fLHDzM none of the anguish and despair of Expressionism, none of the exotic, “decadent” themes of Art Nouveau. From the start, he depicted peaceful, familiar scenes with simplicity and directness.

Article: Juliet Currie Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Gustave Baumann, ingenious master of the color woodcut, was born one hundred years ago [1881] in Magdeburg, Germany. Once he said, “Given a free choice in the matter, I would have selected the Southwest as the place to be born. I would then have learned Spanish, along with riding a horse and predicting the weather.”

But had he not had his German heritage, he might not have developed such a reverence for fine craftsmanship, nor discovered all he could do with his gifted hands. Though he moved to Chicago at the young age of ten, his imagination was steeped in images from German folk tradition.

At sixteen, Baumann began to study at the Chicago Art Institute and to work in the world of commercial art.

By 1905, he returned to Germany for a year of study at Munich’s Koenigliche Kunstgewerbeschule. It was fashionable at that time for American artists to study in Europe, but Baumann, like many of the others, did not seem to be much influenced by the then current styles of painting. His work showed

His early drawings were technical and precise, with structure blocked out in areas of light and dark. This way of seeing was natural to him, and easily lent itself to the requirements of printmaking. His temperament, also, was ideally suited.

He loved carving in wood. Immensely patient and meticulous, he thrilled at the challenge of a demanding medium. Although he first worked in oils and had an astonishing array of talents, he threw most of his energy into his woodcuts. “Aside from an adaptability for the woodcut, I thought it a better outlet than painting. There are too damn many painters and not enough artists.”

The early prints were monochromatic, with a dark, heavy quality.

Baumann was pioneering on two fronts. He was one of the originators of the illustrational style that we have come to think of as so typically American. It is a style that honors ordinary folk and the farms and towns that they call home.

Subdued colors crept into his palette: pale and cool and soft.

He was one of the first westerners to fully develop the use of color in woodblock printing and unlike the Ukiyo-e artists of Japan, he did all the sketching, carving and printing himself.

After seven years in Indiana, Baumann moved between rural New York, New York City and Provincetown. His restlessness brought him to New Mexico in 1918. Santa Fe took such a hold on his spirit that he made it his home for the rest of his long life.

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Something happened to Baumann when he hit New Mexico. His work tells the story. In Indiana he had begun to use touches of bright color, but his efforts were timid. His shyness dissolved in the purifying New Mexico sunlight. His color went wild. An electrifying explosion of hot golds, magentas and greens spilled in ecstasy, straight from his heart. Gone were the limits and the illustrational style befitting Indiana. A new spontaneity and painterly quality emerged. His shapes went molten, alive in shimmering light. Form and detail were created by color alone, as in Spring Tesuque Valley, done all in luminous shades of green and purple. He mastered luminosity and with it captured the mystery of the Southwest. Clear light sings in Cholla and Saguaro. Its intensity shocks the eye. Rain in the Mountains, with its mustard slopes flowing golden beneath a purple sky, is permeated by the shimmering ultraviolet of Baumann’s favorite storm light.

Baumann worked from color sketches done in gouache, an opaque watercolor. The gouaches are interesting, both in their own right and as part of the long, painstaking process of completing a color print. The gouaches are done on heavy brown paper and are textured by pencil sketching. They are the foundation from which Baumann worked. His concern in most of them was with composition and form; what his eye must have seen first. The color appears naturalistic in the beginning, before it is transformed and enriched by his imagination in second gouaches and endless trial proofs. Some of the gouaches are richer and more carefully crafted than others.

Watch by the Gate is particularly beautiful and finished.

quality of Baumann’s woodcuts begins in the gouache. The forms remain solid in the final print, but by then they are overlaid with translucent color and light.Baumann’s talent breathes new joy and new life into scenes as extraordinary as the Grand Canyon or as commonplace as one’s backyard. His wonder was inexhaustible, infectious, and ever light-hearted.

“Art is its own reward,” he once said. “When it ceases to be fun, it is a good idea to find something else that is.” Along with this attitude came a special love for folk art, and for dolls and toys in particular. Gustave Baumann scoffed at the distinction between fine art and folk art. His attitudes were far too humorous and down to earth to worry about such ponderous and pedantic judgments. He valued fine handwork and the time spent creating it. “Time was meant to be used and not saved.”

In his own art, Baumann took as much care and delight in carving a toy village or a crowd of gnomish marionettes as he did in his “serious” work as a painter and printmaker. He collected Pueblo kachina figures, and when he included them in works such as Cochiti Ensemble or Hopi Kachinas, they became living characters interacting with one another.

He made a print called Night after Christmas in which nightmare-huge toys loom over a child whose hair is standing on end. The marionettes, too, are alive with that combined sense of humor and horror so integral to the German folk tale.

[Baumann’s woodcuts and marionettes are shown regularly at the Santa Fe Museum of Art.]

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Self-contained Habitations In an ongoing effort to preserve our lives on this planet, many are looking for ways to go "off the grid". Many are moving from larger spaces to smaller ones in order to save money, gain energy efficiency, and have more flexibility in life.

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New Mexico’s Winter Stars Dazzle.

of the year. Unfortunately, the shower peak on the night of December 13-14 coincides with the full moon, so faint meteors will be rendered invisible. This moon will be a ‘supermoon,’ a full moon occurring when it’s closest to Earth in its slightly elliptical orbit, making it appear a little larger than normal. However, only a photographic comparison with non-supermoons will bear this out.

December and January are known for their long, chilly nights and starry skies. There are more bright stars at this time of year because we’re facing away from the center of our galaxy, instead, peering into the spiral arm of the Milky Way that our solar system inhabits. Therefore, many of the winter stars are closer to us and, hence, brighter than stars seen in oth- The winter solstice, representing the loner seasons. gest night of the year, If you go out on a clear, occurs on December moonless evening this 21. Wiccans and pawinter, you’ll see the gans celebrated this Milky Way span the occasion as ‘Yule,’ a sky from the Northern time in which darkCross standing up- ness relinquishes its right above the WNW power to the growing horizon, up through light of day. On this Cassiopeia and Per- first day of winter, seus, then down into the Earth’s 23.5 deTaurus, Orion, and, gree tilt is oriented in finally, Canis Major. such a way that the The constellation Ca- northern hemisphere nis Major (Big Dog) is farthest away from contains Sirius, the the sun, making the brightest star in the sun appear to be at sky other than the its lowest point in our sun. Sirius rises like sky. a blue-white diamond in the ESE about 8pm Venus graces the southwestern sky afat year’s end. ter sunset, shining like December marks the Christmas Star. As the annual return of you probably know, the Geminid meteor the Christmas Star, shower, one of the also known as the Star most active showers of Bethlehem, was a

light in the sky that led the three Magi to Jesus’ house. Some say they followed a comet, others suggest that they saw a close grouping of bright planets or an exploding star, called a nova.

While nobody knows what the three Wisemen supposedly saw, splendid Venus offers a good facsimile after sunset on Christmas Eve. January opens with another meteor shower, the Quadrantids.

The Quadrantids are named for a faint constellation near the end of the Big Dipper’s handle, known as Quadrans Muralis.

This constellation is no longer recognized, now considered part of the constellation Bootes, but the meteor shower continues to bear the old name.

The shower peaks on the night of January 3-4 with about 40 meteors per hour visible.

However, the shower could increase to 100 or so meteors an hour for a brief period of time. Since the moon will be in the waxing crescent phase, it won’t interfere with viewing. The best time to watch for Quadrantid meteors is between midnight and dawn on January 4.

Constellation Orion in November, 2016 southwest of Eldorado Photo by Eric Saltmarsh

Here is a summary of in- December 21: teresting night sky events Winter solstice occurs -in December and January: the first day of winter and longest night of the year.

December 11: The planet Mercury is vis- January 1-5: ible for a few days before The Quadrantid meteor and after this date, low in shower peaks on the night the southwest, just after of January 3-4. sunset.

January 12: The night of the full Wolf Moon.

December 13-14: The Geminid meteor shower peaks on this January 19: night.

For a few days around this date, speedy Mercury can now be seen low in the December 14: The night of the Full Cold east at dawn.

Moon, named by Native Americans for the frigid January 31: Venus, Mars, and the cresnight temperatures. cent moon make a nice grouping in the southwest, after sunset.

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The Department of Cultural Affairs’ FamilyPass, a partnership with local libraries throughout New Mexico, provides free admission (up to 6 people) to 15 state museums and historic sites. Passes are available at Public Libraries throughout the state for checkout. Patrons may borrow the pass, which circulates like other library materials, for up to one week. The FamilyPass may be used at the following locations: • 7 New Mexico Historic Sites, Statewide • New Mexico History Museum/Palace of the Governors, Santa Fe • New Mexico Museum of Art, Santa Fe • Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe • Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Santa Fe • New Mexico Museum of Space History, Alamogordo • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque • New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, Las Cruces • National Hispanic Cultural Center, Albuquerque

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Pecos National Historical years. In Spanish, las posadas Park - Las Posadas means “inns” or “shelters,” and represents the journey of JoPecos National Historical Park seph and Mary to Bethlehem and the Friends of Pecos Na- and their search for shelter. St. tional Historical Park will host Anthony’s Parish in Pecos carLas Posadas festivities on Mon- ries on this northern New Mexday, December 19th. The free ico tradition every December. event will begin at 5:30 p.m. Pecos National Historical Park with the traditional procession will be just one stop during this starting at 6:00 p.m. from the novena, or nine-day event. headquarters parking lot. The procession will begin at the Friends Group president Bill remnants of the 18th century Zunkel notes that, “After 5 church and convent and wind years without hosting the event, down the Ruins Trail with the Park Superintendent Karl Corgroup singing traditional hymns dova and the Friends of Pecos and holiday songs in both En- National Historical Park have glish and Spanish. More than taken steps to reinstate this 3000 farolitos will illuminate long-time community Christthe trail down to the visitor mas event. We are pleased that center. Free hot beverages and the community will be coming biscochitos will be served at together to help make this event the Visitor Center following the a success.” procession. There will also be a festive piñata breaking for the Visitors should assemble in the children.

Headquarters Parking Lot between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. on Pecos National Historical Park Monday the 19th. For those and its Friends Group are excit- who are interested, a horseed for the park to host the fes- drawn wagon will be available tivities after an absence of many to convey visitors from the visi-

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Appropriate winter clothing and flashlights are highly recommended.

For more information, contact Pecos NHP at (505) 757-7241 or visit our website at www. nps.gov/peco. You will also find our listings on the New Mexico True website (newmexico.org) and Tourism Santa Fe (santafe. org). Please like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook. com/PecosNHPnps or follow us on Twitter (https://twitter. com/pecosnhp) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ pecos_nps).

From North I-25: Take the Pecos/Glorieta Exit, #299. Left onto overpass, right onto Route 50; proceed on Route 50 for eight miles. At the village of Pecos, take a right at the fourway stop onto Route 63. In two miles, the park will be on your right. From South I-25: Take the Rowe Exit, #307. Follow signs. From Highway 63, the park will be on your left.

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