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28 Out & About

6 Choosing Silver City

SNAPSHOT OF LOCAL EVENTS Business, political and social personalities turn out for town’s activities.

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Academy Awards are still part of his life, but Silver City is the big winner from David’s local community involvement.

30 Libraries A CHANGING ROLE Grant County’s library systems offer access to the electronic world of information as well as exceptional book collections and programs for all age groups.

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32 Legislative Update A REPORT FROM THE STATE CAPITOL Political and economic leaders share their thoughts.

11Relocators Making a Difference HIGH ENERGY VOLUNTEERISM People who move to Silver City for its diverse attributes are making significant contributions of their own to the local quality of life.

22 Art & Culture MUSEUMS, THE ARTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT A look at Silver City’s cultural aspects.

36 New Home Preview A GLANCE AT RECENT CONSTRUCTION Excellent locations and options are available.

About the Cover Silver City blossoms in the spring, but seemingly explodes with color when the midsummer monsoons arrive. Nothing rejuvenates the soul like a well-kept garden or a mountain stream full of wildflowers.

42 St. Mary Theodikas A UNIQUE AND HISTORIC SETTING A former clinic and chapel are being restored.

48 Historic Renovation LADNER HOME COMPLETION Ken Ladner finishes his Victorian masterpiece.

SILVER CITYLIFE Terri Menges PRESIDENT & MANAGING DIRECTOR Joseph Burgess VICE-PRESIDENT EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Arlyn Cooley STAFF ACCOUNTANT Amy Eaton Terri Menges Karen Porter DESIGNERS Ted Lynn EDITOR North Johnson Jim Madsen Karen Porter COPY EDITORS Joseph Burgess Ted Lynn Tim Matthes Mary Alice Murphy Ed Teja Valdeen Wooten CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Nancy Oliver DIRECTOR OF SALES Mary Catherine Meek ADVERTISING SALES Joseph Burgess Jean-Raul Curry for Habitat Russ Mott for Eklektikas Ted Lynn Mike Ray for MRAC PHOTOGRAPHY Joseph Burgess DISTRIBUTION Graham Dodd DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR Erin Owens EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Monica Jaramillo Angela Vega ART INTERNS © Zia Publishing Inc., 2003 This issue of Silver City Life is copyright under the laws of the United States of America. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without permission of the publisher prohibited. For permission to use any portion of this publication email: All submissions of editorial or photography are only accepted without risk to the publisher for loss or damage. Every effort was made to ensure accuracy in the information provided. The publisher assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions.

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David Gershenson

Touching the LIVES of Many

by Mary Alice Murphy

Lights, camera, action! David Gershenson, agent and personal manager to the stars and active in the production of films, TV and theater, chose to move out of Los Angeles because "with young children, I found a smaller community very attractive. The relocation was made possible by the technological age, phones and faxes," he said. "I've been in the entertainment business forever. And I've just signed on as co-author for 'Chicken Soup for the Divorced Soul.' " People often yearn to live where they can breathe clean air. David lives that dream, although he keeps a home in Los Angeles and travels. He's sticking closer to his Silver City home more and more. As a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, he is probably the only person in Grant County who can vote to determine the winners of Academy Awards.

He first rented a place in Gila while deciding whether to relocate to Silver City. "While living in Gila, I closed a huge deal," he said. "That deal convinced me that I could successfully conduct long-range business from anywhere as a 'lone eagle.' " David touches the lives of many in Silver City. As president of the Public Library Foundation, he oversees the $500,000+ bequest of Lennie Merle Besse-Forward for library capital expenditure.

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Recently appointed by Mayor Terry Fortenberry to represent the Extra-Territorial Zone on the Comprehensive

School and has been a soccer coach for three years with the American Youth Soccer Organization.

Plan Task Force, David will help create an overall plan for

David’s greatest contribution to Silver City is perhaps his

future growth of the area. The ETZ consists of land outside

efforts to advance the arts. Although no longer a board

city limits, but within three miles of its boundaries.

member of Mimbres Region Arts Council, he still plays an

The Board of Directors for Silver City Grant County

active role in arts activities. He funded the after-school

Economic Development (SIGRED) welcomes David's

drama programs at the elementary schools for three

business acumen. A member of Rotary, he also was a team

consecutive years. As chair of the support committee he

captain for El Refugio's fund-raising in 2001.

raised funds to pay for the National Dance Institute of New

An involved parent with his two children, Joanna, 13, and

Mexico to come to Silver City annually. This busy volunteer

Darin, 12, David is an active volunteer at La Plata Middle

underwrote the MRAC folk series in Pinos Altos, and he helped bring the Children's Theater from Las Cruces to perform at the Fine Arts Center Theater at Western New Mexico University.

(Previous pages) David Gershenson, standing at the entrance of the WNMU Fine Arts Center Theater, has been a major force in strengthening Silver City’s cultural development. A flock of Cecilia Stanford’s winged artistic creations graces the exterior of David’s home and a metal sculpture from Santa Fe accentuates the landscaping.

(Above) Joanna and Darin Gershenson, students at La Plata Junior High School, are the primary reasons for the Gershensons’ move from Southern California to Silver City.

(Left) David provided the original funding and direction for a program bringing regional performers to the Opera House in Pinos Altos.

(Opposite Top) David is president of the Public Library Foundation.

(Opposite Bottom) Serving as a board member of SIGRED is among David’s many activities that contribute to the economic diversity and overall stability of the region.

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"I find it very empowering living in a small town and being able to make a difference doing small things," David said. "Things that can impact your children and the quality of life in our community."

"It's easy being outspoken here because it doesn't affect me economically, but I have a huge stake in the future of Silver City because of my children," he said. "I feel the future is in being a cultural center. The Arts need to be nurtured."

He wishes that somehow he could convince local people to foster the arts. David feels that diversification is critical to offset copper market swings, and the arts can be a significant economic contributor.

"How many small towns have a university?" he asked. "We do. The quality of art has risen greatly in the eight years since I've been here, but I feel the marketing has not been on the level it needs to be."

With his skill and dedication, David will succeed, and Silver City, local arts and the surrounding community will be better off for his presence in our midst.

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Silver City Area Association of Realtors

this assessment of the new home building

president, Jerry Thomas, are opting to build new

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Photo by Mary-Catherine Meek

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ACCSSC Inc. Senior Citizens Programs . 505-388-2523 Boy Scouts Claude Smith . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-4106 Cliff, Gila, Grant County Fair Assn. . . . . .505-388-1599 Copper Country Kruizers . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-537-3740 El Refugio Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2125 Elks Lodge No. 413 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3081 GIFTTT. Gila Institute for Tots to Teens . 505-534-0261 Girl Scouts Annette Toney . . . . . . . . . .505-538-2481 Grant County Humane Society . . . . . . . 505-538-9261 Habitat for Humanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-9540 International Film Society . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-5142 Kiwanis Alma Carson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-3363 Knights of Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-2100 La Familia Resource Center . . . . . . . . . 505-538-6483 Literacy Link - Leamos . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3672 Mimbres Regional Arts Council . . . . . . . 505-538-2505 Nature Conservancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-9700 Old West County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2825 Rotary - Mark Erikson . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-1839 Laura Howell . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-2993 San Vincente Artists of Silver City . . . . .505-388-4854 Above: A 2800 sq. ft. southwestern style Shiloh Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2454 home with 360º views on ten acres with Silver City Grant Co. Home Builders Assn. 505-388-5878 trees in Wind Canyon Estates. #10 Quail Silver City Lions Club Run built by Holray Construction.

Mark Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-534-1223 Phone: 388-1524.

Silver City Little League . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-5121 Left: A 1400 sq. ft. one-of-a-kind Victorian Silver City MainStreet Project . . . . . . . . .505-534-6344 home close to the university. 1300 Kentucky offered by Century 21 Thompson Silver City Masonic Lodge . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-9561 Silver City Moose Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-4951 Realty. Phone: 538-0021.

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DIFFERENCE Photography By Joe Burgess

Contributing their time to building a stronger and more vibrant community.

People from across the nation are discovering and choosing Silver City as their permanent home. Stars indicate each locale that lost a bit of its cultural and business expertise to the benefit of Silver City.

Fresh outlooks and a lot of energy have rumbled and tumbled into Silver City in the past decade, supplied by a group of people who have relocated from across the nation. Their suitcases have bulged with technical knowledge, art supplies, business expertise and a desire to contribute their spare time to building a stronger and more vibrant community.

A handful of those individuals who have made a difference in our town through efforts associated with various social, civic and cultural organizations are featured on the following pages. Help us recognize these individuals for what they have accomplished, and more importantly, take a little time from your own busy schedule to contribute to a worthy cause in some special way.

We expect to discover that we have barely scratched the surface.

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Photo courtresy Don and Karen Hamlin

DON & KAREN Hamlin Getting Into The Arts…and a Whole Lot More

By Mary Alice Murphy "I am learning how to say no," Karen laughed. "But when we arrived in Silver City in 1995, I got right into my art.

Don took a position as treasurer of San Vicente Artists of Silver City for three years, then served as president of Mimbres Region Arts Council for a year. The arts gave us an entré into the community."

Don chaired the first committee for Weekend at the Galleries at the behest of a few artists and gallery owners. As a Silver City Grant County Economic Development (SIGRED) board member, Don serves as head of the Quality of Life Committee. Now in the first year of his second threeyear appointment to the Gila Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees, Don is the secretary-treasurer. He also has been involved with the Copper Crest Country Club, and as

treasurer for three years, he oversaw the recent remodel.

Karen and Don exceeded their goal as the working chairs of the first fund-raising campaign for El Refugio. She was secretary of the Board of Directors when the new home of the shelter was under construction.

They both help with select local political campaigns. "My first activity outside of art was as a 'Bag Lady' with the MainStreet Streetscape Committee with Lee Gruber," Karen said.

"We picked up trash and coordinated the medians."

A a member of Prospectors, the legislative arm of the Chamber of Commerce, Karen lobbied on behalf of Silver City.

She now serves on the Board of Directors of Life Quest and contributes to the fund-raising activities of the Humane Society.

Both are active members of their church, Calvary Chapel.

Location: W Mountain Relocated From: Arlington,Texas Date Relocated: 1995 Community Involvement: San Vicente Artists of Silver City, Mimbres Region Arts Council, Weekend at the Galleries, SIGRED, Gila Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees, Copper Crest Country Club, El Refugio Board of Trustees, Mainstreet Streetscape Committee, Prospectors, Life Quest Board of Directors, Humane Society Fundraising Committee, Governors Commission Status appointment and Calvary Chapel.

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Their Focus Has Been on Organization “Silver City had artistic potential that just needed to be celebrated,” says Jim Madsen. “There were several people who came into the community during the early 1990s and late 1980s with a long-range vision for growth and diversity. North Johnson and I joined that effort in 1993 and are proud of our contribution to the development of Silver City as an arts destination.”

For years, Jim and North had distributed Mexican folk art to outlets and galleries in tourism destinations like Scottsdale, Santa Fe and San Antonio, but whatever remained unsold went to storage. “We needed our own outlet for the unsold art,” continued North, “and chose Silver City for its central location and its potential for artistic growth. Now we represent 22 artists and deal more with fine art than folk art.”

Jim and North helped develop Evening at the Galleries that evolved into the highly successful Weekend at the Galleries and they served on the Arts and Aesthetics Committee for the hospital. Jim was appointed Commissioner by former Governor Gary Johnson to serve on the New Mexico Arts Commission. Jim also served on the Mimbres Regional Arts Council board and North has served on the MainStreet board, the Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee and the and the Community Concert Board.

Location: Historic District Relocated From: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Date Relocated: 1993 Community Involvement: Weekend at the Galleries, Gila Regional Medical Center, New Mexico Arts Commission, Mimbres Region Arts Council, Mainstreet USA, Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee, and Community Concert Association Board.

JIM Madsen NORTH Johnson

By Joe Burgess

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SKIP & NAN Thacker

By Joe Burgess

A Balance of Gardening and Service “It was the view from Dos Griegos that sealed our coming to Silver City,” stated Skip Thacker. “Nan and I found Silver City to be less pretentious and more affordable than other places. It has that small town ambience and the weather is gorgeous.”

The Thackers moved to Silver City from Cincinnati in the fall of 1998. They joined Copper Crest Country Club and the Wellness Center and have been volunteers for Tour of the Gila. Nan served as vice president of the Town and Country Garden Club and she is in the Weaving Guild. She participates in Literacy Link and sings with High Low Silvers. They were previously Barbershop and Sweet Adeline singers.

Skip was Showcase Chairman for two years and has been in charge of Gough Park booths for the July 4th Celebration. He belongs to Gila Rangers, a cowboy action-shooting group and was involved in publicity for the 2002 Women’s Air Race Classic. He is currently president of Dos Griegos Homeowners Association.

Nan was a participant in this year’s Chocolate Fantasia and Skip is a volunteer fireman for the Pinos Altos Fire Department. Nan continues to be a Pen Pal and nurtures flowers, seeds, four beautiful cats and a previously homeless pooch named Freckles.

Location: Dos Griegos Relocated From: Cincinnati, Ohio Date Relocated: 1998 Community Involvement: Copper Crest Country Club, Wellness Center, Tour of the Gila, Town & Country Garden Club, Literacy Link, Hi - Low Silvers, Showcase, July 4th Celebration, Gila Rangers, 2002 Women’s Air Race Classic, Dos Griegos Homeowners Association, Chocolate Fantasia, Pinos Altos Fire Department.

ARLYN Cooley

By Ted Lynn She Ministers to Her Community In the summer of 1989, Arlyn Cooley journeyed from Upper Black Eddy, Pennsylvania just north of Philadelphia to explore America with her sons, Mike and Tom. They visited more than 20 states.

"I fell in love with the West, especially New Mexico, with its shining sun and wide-open spaces."

After completing her excursion, her frequent rave reviews prompted her friends, Holly and Ray Sytch, to pore over literature and maps of New Mexico. Silver City stood out.

The Sytch family moved here first, and Arlyn visited. It took a few more years to clear out of the East, but in 1998 Arlyn arrived in her new home.

Bringing her accounting skills, Arlyn began employment at Zia Publishing, and in keeping with her penchant for volunteering at her former locale, Arlyn pitched in here. Soon she was involved with St. Vincent de Paul Parish, the Humane Society calendar committee, a puppet-show fund-raiser for the library's summer reading program for kids, and the Business and Professional Women. At St. Vincent’s, she became a Eucharistic Minister and is the Director of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults Program. "Relocating to Silver City was one of my better decisions," she concluded.

Location: Wind Canyon Relocated From: Upper Black Eddy, Penn. originally New York Date Relocated: 1998 Community Involvement: St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Grant County Humane Society, Friends of the Library, Silver City Business & Professional Women.

MIKE Trumbull

By Joe Burgess

Finding a Familiar Market in a Milder Climate “Silver City had no triple digit and no single digit temperatures over a period of several years…that got our attention,” stated Mike Trumbull, owner of Holiday Inn Express. “We wanted to relocate to a small town with a mild climate, a university and a regional airport. Owning a hotel in Silver Bay, Minnesota, we were familiar with markets like Silver City that depend on mining and tourism, so we knew Silver City would be a good fit. Our bonus was that Silver City also has a regional hospital.”

“When we moved to Silver City in 1993, we found a church, joined the Chamber of Commerce, and began working with the Lodger’s Tax Board.” Mike had served on a lodger’s tax committee in Minnesota, and had developed an understanding of how the taxes should be spent in order to generate more business for the community.

Mike has served nine years on the Lodger’s Tax Advisory Committee in Silver City, two separate terms as president of the Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce and he was treasurer for MainStreet. For the Tourism Association of New Mexico (TANM), he served on the board for nine years, holding every office including president.

Location: Little Walnut Road Relocated From: Silver Bay, Minnesota Date Relocated: 1993 Community Involvement: Lodger’s Tax Advisory Committee, Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce, MainStreet Project, Tourism Association of New Mexico, Old West Country, Methodist Men’s Group, Tour of the Gila, Silver City Blues Festival,Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway, Showcase.

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FROST McGahey

By Ted Lynn

HENRY Cwieka Meeting Her Adopted Community When she retired from running her own insurance agency, Frost McGahey scouted for a small town with a university, preferably in warmer environs than Breckenridge, high up in Colorado's ski country.

In 1997, Frost and her husband, Mark, moved south, and soon thereafter she was volunteering for several organizations.

She started filing for the Mimbres Region Arts Council, and eventually gained the confidence of her peers and was elected president in 1999. The following year members of the Friends of the Library elected her president, a position she held during the succeeding year as well. She was also a member of the Garden Club, the Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, and the Board of Directors of the Public Library Foundation.

"I've met many terrific people," she said, "and it's a great way for people new to the community to meet their neighbors. I've also been able to meet some celebrities, like Michael Martin Murphy, learned to write grants, and much, much more."

Despite her heavy volunteer workload, Frost will be completing her MBA from Western New Mexico University this year, and when she's done, she plans to resume her volunteer work in support of our community.

Location: Dos Griegos Relocated From: Breckenridge, Colorado Date Relocated: 1997 Community Involvement: Mimbres Region Arts Council, Friends of the Library, Garden Club, Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, Public Library Foundation

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By Ted Lynn

He Returned Home— For the First Time He's lived all over the world, in service with the U.S. Marines and as a salesman with an international company, yet his home of record since the 1960s has been Silver City. "I've always loved this place and visited many times over the years, and knew that we'd eventually move here." He and his wife, Miriam Anita, finally arrived for good on July 4, 1997. They purchased three historic properties at 803, 805, and 807 Black Street.

In addition to his work as a realtor, Henry has organized the July 4th Parade for the past four years. He's also on the boards of directors of the Gila Regional Medical Center Foundation, Silver City/Grant County Chamber of Commerce, Silver City Rotary Club, and MainStreet. In addition, he works with the Brownfields Committee, formed for the renovation of Boston Hill, and two committees of the Mimbres Region Arts Council, Chocolate Fantasia and the Blues Festival.

"Working on all those projects," he explained, "is very rewarding.

I've come in contact with many different sectors of our community.

The people here are the best. When they make a commitment, they keep it. Not only are they friendly, but the new people bring with them such varying cultures and backgrounds. It really helps to diversify the ambience of the area."

Location: Historic District Relocated From: Los Angeles, California Date Relocated: 1997 Community Involvement: July 4th Celebration, Gila Regional Medical Center Foundation Board, Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, MainStreet, Boston Hill, Mimbres Region Arts Council, Chocolate Fantasia, Blues Festival, Brown’s Field Committee, Trails and Open Space Committee

LEONARD & GENEVA

Pritikin

Dedication to Community Participation “Silver City is very responsive to newcomers, and now there are so many people of totally different interests here,” exclaims Geneva Pritikin “It creates a wonderful diversity.” Geneva and Leonard moved from Chicago to Santa Fe in 1987. “We enjoyed Santa Fe,” says Leonard, “but in 1991, we were ready to move on. We were looking for a smaller community and a friend had told us about Silver City.”

“We came here not knowing anyone,” interjected Geneva, “and so with input from our realtor, we threw a party. We met lots of wonderful people and we have loved participating in community functions.” Geneva and Leonard have been active with Mimbres Region Arts Council and served as docents for the Silver City Museum. Leonard continues to serve as a docent for the Western New Mexico University Museum. Geneva and Leonard have served on the board of the Community Concert Association and helped raise money to relocate El Refugio. Geneva is a volunteer at the hospital, she helps with fundraisers for the Humane Society, and she enjoys the Book Club. Leonard was Lion of the Year for 2002 and has served as president and as a director for the club. He is also a past Commander of the Silver City/Bayard VFW Post # 3347.

The Pritikins were chosen by the Chamber of Commerce as Citizens of the Year for 2003.

Location: Burro Mountains Relocated From: Chicago Date Relocated: 1991 Community Involvement: Mimbres Region Arts Council, Silver City Museum, WNMU Museum, Community Concert Assn., Gila Regional Medical Center, Grant County Humane Society, El Refugio, Book Club, Lions Club,VFW Post 3347.

By Joe Burgess

A Passion for Community Involvement “It was 105º and humid when we left Dallas to scout New Mexico for a place to relocate,” states Sam Redford. We had dinner in Pinos Altos one evening, and following an afternoon shower, it was about 55º, and smelled like Christmas. It took everything Jim had to drag me back to Dallas. Jim had been raised in Lordsburg, but I had only lived in St. Louis and Dallas. There was no doubt that Silver City was to be our next home.”

The Redfords moved to Silver City in 1989 and in addition to her partnership role in Redford Associates, Architecture & Planning, Sam has served on the Chamber of Commerce board six of the last seven years, she was president in 1999, chaired the Tourism Committee four years, chaired the Showcase Committee three years and has served on numerous other Chamber committees, including the 2003 Awards Banquet Committee.

Sam served as executive officer for the Home Builders Association from 1994-1999 and again from 2002 to the present. She was also selected for a second term as co-chair of the Grant County Community Health Council and has served on the Steering Committee since 1999. She is a member of SIGRED and of the Silver City Business & Professional Women.

Location: Bear Mountain Relocated From: Dallas, Texas Date Relocated: 1989 Community Involvement: Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce, Southwest New Mexico Home Builders Association, Grant County Community Health Council, SIGRED, Silver City Business & Professional Women

SAM Redford

By Joe Burgess

Friend to Our Best Friends While reading a book more than a decade ago in her home in Lake Odessa, Michican, Carol Jean Auffrey was enraptured by an account of man journeying cross-country on horseback. The author’s description of Grant County captured her imagination, and in 1994, Carol and her husband Mike Ritter set out for Silver City. "Here I'm able to ride my horses every day. It's wonderful."

After settling down in the White Signal area, she dove headlong into activities most dear to her. As a member of the Board of Directors of the Humane Society she developed the idea to place books about the humane treatment of animals in local elementary schools, and will talk about her pet project, the Spay-Neuter Awareness Program at the drop of a dog biscuit. "It's always rewarding when a pet is adopted. It fills my heart with gladness," she said. She cares for her own diverse group of friends, including her two senior citizen horses, Smoke and Trax, both 23 years old, three dogs, all Lab mixes, three "great" cats, and a Chinese Beta fish. If that's not enough, she provides a pet care service, going into the owners’ homes to care for their beloved pets "While You're Away."

In addition to all that, she's been a member of Business and Professional Women, Friends of the Library, and she actively supports the Mimbres Region Arts Council's Community Concert Series. "I can't think of a more perfect place to live," she said with a smile.

CAROL Auffrey

Location: Burro Mountains Relocated From: Lake Odessa, Michigan Date Relocated: 1994 Community Involvement: Grant County Humane Society, Silver City Business & Professional Women, Friends of the Library, Mimbres Region Arts Council, Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce, Community Concert Association.

By Ted Lynn People being Themselves “We appreciated that people in Silver City were allowed to be who they are,” stated artist Linda Brewer. “We loved the weather, topography, the forest and the quaint downtown area…we always knew we would end up here. About fifteen years ago, we realized that Silver City was starting to grow and quickly bought a home with a studio. In 1994 we finally decided that the time was right for John to leave his research and development position at Oregon State University, and that we would move to Silver City to focus on my art work.”

Linda joined San Vicente Artists and initially sold her animal sculptures locally through Yankie Creek Cooperative and Eklektikas Galleries. She and John are currently owners of Blue Dome Gallery in Silver City, and Linda continues to exhibit her work in galleries throughout the United States. She has won numerous awards locally and nationally.

Linda has volunteered her work for the Grant County Humane Society and been commissioned by the New Mexico Arts Division for projects in Las Cruces and Roswell. She is a member of the New Mexico and the Las Cruces Potter’s Guilds. John Rohovec, Linda’s husband and partner, was appointed this year by Governor Richardson to serve on the New Mexico Arts Commission.

Location: Cedar Hills Relocated From: Corvallis, Oregon Date Relocated: 1994 Community Involvement: San Vicente Artists, Grant County Humane Society, New Mexico and Las Cruces Potter’s Guilds, Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce.

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LINDA Brewer

By Joe Burgess

A Business and Fiesta Connection “Fiesta de la Olla is my primary focus this year in Silver City,” says Robin Hogan, coowner of Cienega Spa. “It is going to be a wonderful festival in July at Gough Park.

There will be Mariachi music, food, art and, of course, pottery demonstrations. I am excited that local ceramic artists will be included this year as well as the folks from Mata Ortiz. It will be a great opportunity to learn from each other and to have a great time.” Robin will partner with Mimbres Region Arts Council to develop the fiesta.

Robin and Pam came to Silver City in 1996 from Stillwater, Oklahoma, and previously South Padre Island, Texas. “I had made trips to the Gila since the 1960s. Pam and I knew we would return to New Mexico, and the natural beauty, weather and the small town atmosphere of Silver City determined the final destination. We arrived in time for our children to start high school here.”

Robin and Pam and their partner Mari King moved the business to their new location on Cooper Street early in 2002. “It was absolutely the right decision,” says Robin. “We are opening a restaurant this spring and plan to add a hydra-therapy facility in the fall. Robin also conducts Copper Canyon Tours in Mexico.

Location: Historic District Relocated From: Stillwater, Oklahoma Date Relocated: 1996 Community Involvement: Fiesta de la Olla (previously Mimbres Paquime Experience), Mimbres Region Arts Council Board Member.

ROBIN Hogan

By Joe Burgess

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" Two roads diverged... and I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference." —Robert Frost

Commitment, energy and attention to fine detail

Photo courtesy Ken Ladner

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By Mary Alice Murphy

Dr. Ken Ladner Completes Renovation Project Enter an earlier world of 10-foot ceilings and hand-crafted

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Ken Ladner, professor at Western New Mexico University, and his two sons, David, 25, and Bryan, 21, began the renovation three years ago.

Working during summers and weekends, they completed the overhaul of the historic structure on the corner of Pinos Altos and 8th streets in two years.

have led to the remarkable renovation of this historic Silver City landmark.

"We tried to keep as much of the original as (Opposite, inset) Ken Ladner’s attention to detail is expressed in his pastime of building violins and mandolins from scratch.

(Above) The backside of the completed home reveals the grounds work that was also part of the project.

(Left) Different phases of the renovation show the extensive brickwork required, including numbering and reusing the existing brick.

possible or duplicate the parts we couldn't save," Ken said. "The fireplaces, most of the floors and the staircase are original." They did all of the pine woodwork,

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The team took every brick out of that wall, numbered each, and rebuilt the entire wall as it was originally constructed.

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The FACES of BAYBEE BOUTIQUE BROADWAY BOUTIQUE 116 North Bullard Street • 534-1114

Broadway Boutique specializes in custom floral arrangements and carries silk and dried florals for most any home décor, including Southwest, French country or contemporary. They offer beautiful fresh roses at the lowest price in town with delivery anywhere in the Silver City area.

This unique store, owned by the mother and

daughter team of Diana Andrews and Stevi Sippy, offers fine gifts for any occasion including gift baskets, turquoise and sterling jewelry, Southwest home décor items, pottery, vases, candles and kitchen items. You will also find a large selection of Village and Root candles and Crabtree & Evelyn bath and body products.

Broadway Boutique also offers a tanning salon where you can perfect that summer tan.

305 North Bullard Street • 534-9138 www.baybeeboutique.com

BayBee Boutique specializes in upscale children's apparel and nursery accessories. They create custom gift baskets and handmade keepsake boxes that are "one of a kind" made for a specific theme or

occasion. Ask Julie about Baby Shower ideas!

BayBee Boutique carries Burt's Bees, Russ, Mary Engelbriet and Robeez washable fun leather footwear, shoes that stay on little feet. 10am-5pm Monday-Friday, Saturday 10am-3pm MST. Call us toll-free at 1-866-775-BABY (866-775-2229) or fax us at 505-534-4256.

SOUTHWEST SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS 414 North Bullard Street • 534-4861 sw-systems@zianet.com

Southwest Systems & Solutions is Grant County's newest solution for all your computer needs. Located across from the old Gila Theatre in Downtown Silver City, owners Ronnie and Jackie Chavez specialize in Dell, HP and customized computers. Both in-house and

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on-site services are available. Networking and computer setup is available on-site. Print cartridges are available at a fraction of competitor’s prices. They carry computer parts, software, printers, and accessories. If you're ready to purchase a new or used computer or upgrade your existing computer, let their friendly staff help you meet all your computer needs.

SILVER CITY MUSEUM STORE 312 West Broadway • 538-5921

The Silver City Museum Store is operated by the Silver City Museum Society. The proceeds from the store sales go directly to support the museum’s programming, including special exhibits, speakers events

such as the Fourth of July ice cream social and the Victorian Christmas evening. The Society hires a manager/buyer to handle the store operations. The sales people are much-appreciated volunteers. All sales items are chosen to further the museum’s educational mission.

Downtown Silver City portrait of a business community Photography By Joe Burgess

MARLEY’S FRAME SHOP 208 West Broadway • 534-1008

Marleys Frame Shop has been providing a variety of framing services for 7 years. They offer custom and archival framing, ready-made frames, frame repair and decorative mat cutting. Trust them with your wedding bouquet, family heirlooms, or

fine needle art, or choose from a selection of framed and unframed posters, antique maps and prints. If they don’t have the image you’re looking for they’ll find it. Let their 14 years of combined experience work for you. Marley’s is open Tuesday-Friday 10-5:30 and Saturday 10-4; closed Sunday-Monday.

VICKI’S EATERY 107 West Yankie Street • 388-5430

Hearty, wholesome, a little extraordinary, and fresh! These words best describe a dining experience at Vicki's. Located in the heart of the artists' district, on the corner of Texas and colorful Yankie Street, the fare includes a full breakfast

DIANE’S 510 North Bullard Street • 538-8722

Bodhi Werber and Diane Holloway, owners of Diane’s Restaurant in the heart of the Historic District, have both had extensive culinary training - Diane in baking and pastries, and Bodhi in Continental and Pacific Rim cuisine.

Together they offer the finest freshly prepared food available. Diane’s always offers a variety of desserts, daily lunches, and weekend brunches, as well as casual fine dining in the evenings and a selection of beer and wines. Diane’s has been a downtown favorite since its opening in 1996.

WESTERN STATIONERS 703 North Bullard Street • 538-5324

Western Stationers has been in business for over 28 years in Historic Downtown Silver City. They are truly a full-line office supply, offering furniture and machines

menu, specialty sandwiches, soups, specials, salads, vegetarian selections, and decadent desserts, all prepared with locally obtained and organic ingredients when available. Join them for breakfast 7:30-11:00 daily, lunch 11:00- 4:00 daily, or dinner Friday and Saturday 5:00-8:00 (summer hours). Dine inside or on the patio.

as well as fax and photocopy services. They carry Hallmark cards in addition to gifts, t-shirts, postcards, art supplies, hobby materials, rubber stamps, and scrapbook supplies. You can also find a large selection of Ty Beanie Babies and other plush toys.

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F E S T I VA L S & S P E C I A L E V E N T S

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o many affairs to remember are staged in Silver City that folks come visiting and locals are loathe to leave town. A vacation hardly seems necessary when so much is happening at home.

From the Blues Festival on Memorial Day Weekend to the Fiesta de la Olla Event in July, when potters from Casas Grandes, Mexico will be in Silver City to teach their ancient art at workshops, the Mimbres Region Arts Council has a prominent presence as sponsor of a high percentage of these affairs.

An annual visit by the Santa Fe Opera Artist Apprentice Tour is a treat for opera buffs as well as students involved in their workshops. With PNM Foundation sponsorship, MRAC coordinates a corps of performers for Fine Arts Friday, which offers a diversity of artistic experience to elementary school children in Silver City, Cliff and Deming.

The Community Concert Association, a major contributor to Silver City's quality performance choices, brings symphony orchestras, vocal and instrumental ensembles, dance companies, and individuals, all with remarkable credentials from the national and international arenas.

More than half of these acts appear in area schools, exposing students to opportunities in the performing arts.

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Fiesta de la Olla

Promoting all the arts in their richness to people of all ages.

• Performance series September thru May • Weekend at the Galleries (Columbus Day Weekend)

Showcasing over 20 galleries & new work from numerous artists Downtown Silver City, lined with historic buildings, is the back drop for several celebrations, beginning with a fling for spring that starts early and culminates in an after dark street dance.

Special days at Gough Park, paired with parades for the Fourth of July and Wild, Wild West Day, are family affairs.

Pinos Altos hosts Grant County Art Guild's juried invitational and summer shows in the Hearst Church as well as two art fairs. It is also where frivolity and merriment abound on weekends in the Melodrama Theater.

Shakespeare's Twelfth Night at the Webb Theater, a reception for Max Evans, the Holiday Inn Express Tour of the Gila, Billy Casper Golf Tournament, Farmer's Market, Big Ditch Art Fair, and Tall Pines Horseback Ride illustrate the assortment of affairs that add enjoyment to living in or visiting Silver City.

Exhibits at Silver City and WNMU Museums display unequaled glimpses into southwest New Mexico and Silver City's past. Commercial and cooperative galleries represent the creative genius of a growing number of visual artists who call Silver City home. Now in its sixth year, October's Weekend at the Galleries is one more affair to remember. The combination of original art, music, food, children's activities, and unparalleled autumn weather is topnotch.

For information on season schedule and membership opportunities, please call:

505-538-2505 • 888-758-7289 Mimbres Region Arts Council P.O. Box 1830 Silver City, NM 88062 www.mrac.cc • e-mail: arts@mrac.cc

Silver City Blues Festival Memorial Day Weekend Premier Sponsor: Wells Fargo Featuring national and regional performers including Deborah Coleman, “Philadelphia” Jerry Ricks, and Sistah Blue, Acoustic Showcase and kick off events.

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Now Serving Beer and Wine Other Specialties: Prime Rib • Steaks • Chicken Fried Steak

O P E N I N G S PERFORMANCES & SPECIAL EVENTS ONGOING SHOWS OR EXHIBITS - Farmer's Market, late May through frost, 8:30am-Noon, every Saturday. The pick of local produce, plants and baked goods are available at 6th and Bullard. 534-1700 or 536-9681 - Grant County Art Guild, Hearst Church, Pinos Altos.

10:00 am-5:00 pm every weekend and holiday from May 3 to October 4. 538-8216 - Grey Feathers Lodge, Junction of NM 15 & 35.

Information about hummingbirds and varied feathered friends. Events with Joan Day-Martin and other experts are scheduled every month except May, from March through Labor Day weekend. 536-3206 or stay@greyfeathers.com or http://www.greyfeathers.com - Pinos Altos Melodrama, every Friday and Saturday, 8:00 pm, February through November. Unexpected plot twists and down home humor await audiences who participate in the unique ambience of the Opera House in Pinos Altos. 388-3848 - San Vicente Artists, daily self-guided art walks. 3884854 - Silver City Museum 9:00 am-4:30 pm Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Saturday-Sunday. Normally closed on Monday, the museum is open from 10:00 am-4:00 pm on Memorial Day and Labor Day. Free Admission. In addition to special exhibits, the museum houses continuing exhibits about the southwest, mining, and Silver City. 538-5921 or http://www.silvercitymuseum.org - WNMU Museum 9:00-4:30 pm Monday-Friday, 10:00 am4:00 pm Saturday-Sunday, closed on university holidays.

Free admission. The largest permanent display of Mimbres pottery and culture in the world is housed in the museum. 538-6386 - Yankee Street Gallery features three artists at an open house, with refreshments, the 3rd Saturday of every month. 388-4854 or 800-286-3661 APRIL - April 3, 4:00-6:00 pm. Wells Fargo/Mimbres Region Art Council Gallery reception for opening of show by Harry Benjamin, painter. 538-2505 - April 4, 5, and 10, 11, 12, 7:30 p.m., and April 6, 2:30 p.m. Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night," Webb Theater on the WNMU Campus. 538-6502 - April 4-6. Lions International District Convention, Holiday Motor Hotel. 534-2038 or Sclion1@cybermesa.com - April 6, 3:00 p.m. "Two by Two," a recital of vocal and instrumental duets at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. 538-3578 - April 12, 9:00 a.m. - 2nd Annual Southwest Golf Tournament, Scott Park Golf Course. 538-0289 or dottom@zianet.com - April 12, 7:30 p.m. Outstanding opera apprentices from the Sante Fe Opera Company will perform classic operatic music at Cobre Performing Arts Theater. These musicians, selected from hundreds of applicants, annually travel to schools in rural and small communities. 538-2505 - April 12. Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce Showcase of Business at the Silver City Recreation Center. 538-3785 or info@silvercity.org - April 17, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Galleri Urbane opening reception for "Fresh," featuring new work and new artists in all media. 534-3043 or http://www.galleriurbane.com - April 18, 7:30 p.m. Josh Bogin combines traditional folk music by Woody Guthrie and others with a personal flair, the Opera House in Pinos Altos. 538-2505 - April 25, 4:00-7:00 p.m. WNMU McCray Gallery opening reception, "Student Exhibition 2003." Awards announcement at 6:00 p.m. 538-6614 - April 25, 7:00 p.m. WNMU University Choirs in Parotti Recital Hall. 538-6614 -April 25 - 27 Greyfeathers Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-3206 - April 26, 8:00 a.m.-Noon. The Community Built Park is the meeting place for young and old to help with the Great American Cleanup Trek for Trash. Workers

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have a picnic lunch at the park. 534-1700 - April 26, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The Earth Day Celebration at the Community Built Park will include the annual penny collection tabulation. Visitors can listen to music, check out the booths, buy a plant from the Native Plant Society, and discover environmentally friendly foods. 534-0261 - April 27, 3:00 p.m. WNMU Band and Jazz Ensemble in WNMU's Fine Arts Concert Theater. 538-6614 - April 27, 4:00 p.m. WNMU International Film Society presents Pedro Almodovar's 2003 Golden Globe winner "Talk To Her," Real West Cinema II. 538-5142 - April 30-May 4. 17th Annual Holiday Inn Express Tour of the Gila. This premiere European style event brings teams and fans from all over the world. The crowd increases every year to see former Olympians and world champions compete. 388-2222 or www.tourofthegila.com MAY - May 10, 9:00 am-9:00 pm. Silver City MainStreet stages the 6th Annual Celebration of Spring with arts and crafts vendors, demonstrations, live music, and food in the Big Ditch Park until 4:30 pm. A volleyball game and Beach Party is scheduled from 4:30 pm. until dark in the Visitor Center parking lot, followed by a street dance until 9:00 pm.

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- May 11. Mother's Day - May TBA. Grant County Community Orchestra Concert. 538-6226 or 538-6614.

- May 15. Opening reception for "Silver City Blues Festival Commemorative Print." Time and gallery TBA. 538-2505.

- May 23, 4:00-7:00 p.m. -Blue Dome Gallery: raku ceramist Kathryn Allen, sculptor Barry Namm, and collage artist Rhonda Dore. 538-8671 or bluedome@zianet.com or http://www.bluedomegallery.com -Christine's Art Gallery for artist TBA. 388-3414 or http://www.christinesartgallery.com -Eklektikas II:" Light & Transformation," featuring the contemporary, abstract work in oils of John Gary Brown and the contemporary, magic realism, also in oils, of his son Aaron Morgan Brown. 538-8081 - May 23-25. 8th Annual Silver City Blues Festival at Gough Park. This extravaganza dictates early motel reservations. The line up of performers runs the gamut from local bright stars to top names in the industry. 5382505 or 888-758-7289.

- May 24, 9:00-11:30 a.m. Silver City MainStreet's Annual Blues Berry Pancake Brunch, a delicious prelude to a day at the Blues Festival. Location TBA. 534-1700 - May 24-26. Grey Feathers Lodge hosts a Memorial Weekend Mountain Craft Fair. Booth rentals and donations benefit Hospice. 536-3206 or stay@greyfeathers.com - May 25. Blues Festival Gallery Tour. 538-2505.

- May 28-31. Wells Fargo Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo at Southwest Horseman's Arena. Feel the grit of the cowboys in the dust they raise. Crowds watch nationally ranked riders and ropers demonstrate traditional skills of the old west. 538-3785 or 800-548-9378 - May 31. 5th Annual Wild Wild West Day. 7:00 a.m.Cowboy Breakfast in Gough Park. 10:00 a.m., an oldfashioned equestrian, non-motorized parade through downtown. Afterward, old west activities, music and exhibits will reign in Gough Park, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum Outreach will offer a chuck wagon lunch at noon. 535-2567 or depedro@gilanet.com.

JUNE - June 5, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Wells Fargo/Mimbres Region Art Council Gallery opening reception for Philip Parotti show. 538-2505 -June 6-8 Spirit Canyon Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-9459 - June 14, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. 5th Annual Pinos Altos Art Fair. Historic mining town surrounds the outdoor juried original fine arts and crafts fair. 388-5202 or info@silverwindsgallery.com or http://www.pinosaltos.org/artfair/

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- June 15. Father's Day. - June 21. The first day of summer. A 100 mile recreational road bicycle ride, the First Annual Grant County Orthopedic Associates Sterling Silver City Century presented by Velo Promotions will begin and end at Gough Park. There will be food, beverages, and a Bicycle Expo, including cycling products, massages, and a raffle. 538-3388 - June 28,29. 10:00 am-5:00 pm. Grant County Art Guild's annual Members Judged Art Show at Hearst Church, Pinos Altos. 538-8216 -June 28-29 Greyfeathers Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-3206 JULY - July 4, 10:00 am. Annual Fourth of July Parade in downtown Silver City. The celebration continues in Gough Park, where booths will be open after the parade. 538-3785 - July 4, 11:00 am-4:00 pm Fourth of July Ice Cream Social and Car Show at the Silver City Museum.

Admission to the old fashioned party is free. Game tickets and refreshments may be purchased. 538-3785 - July 11-13 Greyfeathers Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-3206 - July 16-17 Spirit Canyon Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-9459 - July 19 Cattle Guard Restaurant will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-3066 - July 18-19. Fiesta de la Olla, a celebration of traditional pottery, music, and dance. 538-2505 or http://www.mrac.cc/ - July TBA. Monster Truck Show at Horseman's Arena in Arenas Valley. 520-744-3773 or jdcevents@msn.com - July 20, 3:00 p.m. "Bach Plus," solo organ recital by Adele Giusto, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. 5383578 - July 25, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Galleri Urbane opening reception for a show featuring two and three dimensional work by Cecilia Stanford and new artists. 534-3043 or http://www.galleriurbane.com AUGUST - August 9, 10. 25th Annual Gila Fish & Gun Show at the Santa Clara National Guard Armory hosts fifty plus dealers and exhibits. 388-2360 - August 9,10. First Annual Grant County Orthopedic Associates Festival de la Llanta Gorda presented by Velo Promotions. This fat tire adventure will cover up to 100 kilometers of trails in the Gila National Forest.

Options are planned for mountain bikes and all fitness levels. 538-3388 - August 9-10. Spirit Canyon Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-9459 - August 11-13. Greyfeathers Lodge will have hummingbird banding presentation by Joan Day-Martin. 536-3206 August 15-17. The Run to Copper Country Car Show is from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. on Saturday in James Stadium, followed by an escorted parade through downtown Silver City. 538-5340 or http://www.zianet.com/cruizers - August 16, 4:00-7:00 p.m. -Blue Dome Gallery, "Out of Africa" by potter Lesley Lent. 534-8671 or bluedome@zianet.com or http://www.bluedomegallery.com - Christine's Art Gallery for artist TBA. 388-3414 or http://www.christinesartgallery.com - August 16,17. Annual St. Vincent de Paul Fiesta provides two days of family entertainment in Gough Park.

538-9373 - August 22, 4:00-6:00 p.m. WNMU McCray Gallery opening reception "Installation Exhibition." 538-6614 - August 28, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Galleri Urbane opening reception for new encaustic paintings by Jason Willaford. 534-3043 or http://www.galleriurbane.com - August 30, 31. 11th Annual San Vicente Art Fair in Big Ditch Park. The cool atmosphere of the park is the perfect spot to enjoy the end of summer. Local and visiting artisans offer a mix of juried original fine art and hand crafted objects. 388-4269 or art fair@silvercityartists.org or http://www.silvercityartists.org/artfair/

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- August 30-September 1. 20th Annual Gem and Mineral Show at the Silver City Recreation Center. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Saturday-Sunday; 10:00 am-5:00 pm Monday. Dealers and experts from a wide area are ready to sell and/or share information about a staggering array of rocks. 538-3216 - August 30-September 1 and September 6,7, 10:00 am5:00 pm. Grant County Art Guild Purchase Prize Show at Hearst Church in Pinos Altos. Competition is open to oil, watercolor, acrylic and pastel artists who live in New Mexico. Call 538-8216 to receive a prospectus.

- August 31. 23rd Annual Tall Pines Ride, an endurance test of skilled riders and their horses, draws entries from several states for 25 and 55 mile courses. 388-1722 SEPTEMBER - September, a Saturday TBA. Taste of Downtown Silver City, sponsored by Silver City MainStreet Project. Live music sets the tone for tantalizing aromas and tempting flavors prepared by the city's commercial chefs and cooks. 534-1700 - September 5-7. The Annual Billy Casper Golf Tournament at Scott Park Golf Course is a benefit for Gila Regional Medical Center. Bingo, bridge, breakfast, dinner and more make this PGA-Sanctioned Pro-AM tournament unforgettable. 538-4067.

- September 5-7. 4th Annual Gila Thunder Bike Run. Get the scoop on the rumbling of bikes through town at 388-2427.

- September 12, 7:30 pm. Mimbres Region Arts Council brings The Lisa Otey Band, featuring The Netherlands "Mr. Boogie Woogie," to the Buffalo Bar. 538-2505 - September 13,14. The Gila Inner Loop Bicycle Tour, hosted by Silver Spokes Bicycle Club. Moderately fit cyclists are invited to tour the Gila Inner Loop Scenic Byway. Starting and ending in Silver City, the group travels 43 miles the first, and 35, the second day. Optional side trips are available. 538-3388 - September 19. School Day at Fort Bayard. Living history centers invite children from area counties to experience life as it was a century ago. 388-4477 or cecilialjb@aol.com.

- September 20-21 Fort Bayard Days. The story of the only female Buffalo Soldier kicks off the weekend. Dozens of reenacters will immerse visitors in fort activities, including a band concert, ice cream social, military ball and church service. 388-4477 or cecilialjb@aol.com.

- September 25, 5:00-8:00 pm. Galleri Urbane opening reception for "The Intimate Landscape," featuring photographs and paintings by nationally known artist, Michael Berman. Berman will hold a workshop while he is here. 534-3043 or http://www.galleriurbane.com - September 25-28. Annual Grant County Gila-Cliff Fair in Cliff, New Mexico. Amateur rodeo, a profusion of exhibits, an auction of show animals, plus food and entertainment showcase the best of rural Grant County. 388-1559 - September 26, 4:00-6:00 pm. WNMU McCray Gallery opening reception for a WNMU Faculty Exhibition. 538-6614 - October TBA. Drama in the Webb Theater on the WNMU Campus. 538-6502 OCTOBER - October TBA. Drama in the Webb Theater on the WNMU Campus. 538-6502 - October 4, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. The 5th Annual Pinos Altos October Fiesta is a "roll up your sleeves" effort to benefit the Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire and Rescue Dept.

Great food, entertainment and vendors of all types make the day a delight. 538-0204 or octfiesta@pinosaltos.org or http://www.pinosaltos.org/octfiesta/ - October 9, 7:30 pm. WNMU Jazz Ensemble in Parotti Recital Hall on the WNMU Campus. 538-6226 or 538-6614 - October 10-12. 7th Annual Weekend at the Galleries.

A wine tasting gala, glittering receptions and new art by 100 plus artists at more than 20 galleries entice artists and visitors from far and wide. The quality of original fine art, sculpture, and pottery to be found in Silver City is not a secret anymore. 538-2505 or 888-758-7289 - October 11, 7:30 p.m., WNMU Fine Arts Concert Theater.

The Joffrey Ballet will open the Community Concert Association fall season. 538-6310 - October TBA. Silver City MainStreet Project will host a special downtown event near Halloween. Bring the whole family for face painting, games and a the scare of your life, to be shared with as many as a thousand others. 534-1700

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Prior to a ballet performance of the Hollywood Nutcracker, John and Barbara Counts sponsored a party at the Student Union building. Joining the Counts in a photo were Debbie Siebel, Faye McCalmont, Barbara Shepherd visiting from the Kennedy Center, and artist Fred Barraza. Also enjoying the festivities were Jan Sherman, Cissy McAndrew, Christy Miller, Linda Brewer and John Rahovec, Dr. Neil

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Eklektikas convinced May Britt to bring her art to Silver City for a fur, diamond and black tie extravaganza to raise funds for MRAC. May was married to the late actor, singer and performer, Sammy Davis, Jr. Russ Mott photographed Jim Madsen, Faye McCalmont and North Johnson with May Britt and also included her with Larry and Joan DeBickish and Al and Betty Davis. Jay Pinkerton and Liz and Wayne Baxter joined the party. Mary Jo Callender, Gretchen Bryan, Lindy Poe and Lauris Olson were there. Russ also photographed Sue Sherman with Jim and North, Mary O’Loughlin, Cynthia Bettison, Anne and Rod Veenstra, Armand Silva, Karen Stern, Vivian Davidson and Leonard, Neysa and Geneva Pritikin.

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Going back to Weekend at the Galleries and that wonderful Wine Tasting Gala, we photographed Arlene Schadel and Sam Weston representing sponsor First New Mexico Bank. We also photographed Richard Earnheart at his Arthaus Gallery.

Carolyn O’Bagy Davis recently autographed her new book, Mogollon Mountain Man, an intriguing work about Nat Straw and his life along the Gila River. She also gave a slide show and lecture at the Silver City Museum and was introduced by Susan Berry.

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Volunteerism was highly visible with the Habitat for Humanity group. Out on the construction scene, President Don Trammell was photographed with Bill Grotefend.

Jean-Raul Curry photographed Therese Higgins with her daughter Amanda and John Hostetler, and also with Ora Rede.

Shannon and Finn, a father and son team, were captured on the digital disc taking advantage of Penny Park, an impressive facility by anyone’s standards, built entirely by volunteer efforts.

The Besse-Forward Global Resource Center at WNMU is a new economic contributor to the city…and it also provides one more stage for local presentations. Shown here are two groups from Guadalupe Montessori School giving a holiday performance.

North Johnson was photographed hanging a Pat Clayton painting at Diane’s Restaurant.

Eklektikas and Diane’s have an on-going agreement for displaying art and conducting art openings. It is just one of those many details that contributes to Silver City’s image as a vibrant arts community!

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The Silver City Public Library currently faces the challenge of determining the best uses for the half million-dollar Besse-Forward Endowment. Foundation President David Gershenson stated the vision for the library must be defined and that the relocation or renovation decisions reached should be the result of thought and input. “There is no time limit, and so we want to ensure that what we do is right.”

Lucile Gray, Ruth Curtis and Frank Light opened the original building in 1953 with 1200 books. Library Director Bonnie Taylor reports that the current facility, a gift from Mr. and Mrs. John S. Hamilton, was completed in 1960 and now houses 50,000 titles. Utilizing monies separate from the endowment, the library will grow its

needs and projects. Volunteers also chair the program that takes books to homebound residents, and Assistant Director Cheryl Ward says the library acts as a resource for home-schooled students. The Children’s wing is host for a variety of educational programs.

The J. Cloyd Miller Library at Western New Mexico University was remodeled, expanded and upgraded in 1997 and connected to the Student Memorial Building.

The 62,000 square foot facility carries 120,000 titles and provides 18 research terminals with access to 60 databases. It is a partial federal depository library and the facility is available to WNMU students and Grant County residents.

A passport system allows students to check out books in other New Mexico university libraries, and Public Services Library Manager David Kent states that an Inter-Library Loan system allows access to 50 million titles in over 400 languages. The library carries 900 print subscriptions and has access to a rolling collection of major newspaper articles from the last ten years. Full articles from leading journals are also accessible. Miller Library services are available at the school’s remote education centers in Deming, Truth or Consequences and Gallup, and programs of general interest to the public are

“Not only books... computers offer internet access collection to over 80,000 volumes.

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The Bayard Public Library was started by the Bayard Professional Women’s Association in the 1980s and

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St. Mary Theodikas An Act of Congress was required to preserve the historic clinic and chapel of the innovative Fr. Roger Aull.

By Joe Burgess Treatment of respiratory ailments with a measured dose of “mine gas,” a period of meditation and perhaps a few hours work on the buildings and grounds surrounding the clinic appeared to cure those who flocked to Fr. Roger Aull for respiratory treatments in the 1930s and ‘40s.

The restoration of the buildings at St. Mary Theodikas Retreat Center is the preservation of a truly unique segment of Grant County history. Fr. Rod Nichols, Pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Silver City, petitioned the Bureau of Land Management in 1996 for ownership of the federal property near Santa Clara that had served as Fr. Aull’s respiratory clinic.

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Act was obtained and ownership of 44 acres surrounding the remains of the former clinic and chapel was transferred to the Parish and Diocese of Las Cruces. Fr. Nichols could then begin his monumental restoration project. Proceeding with donated money, materials, and help, including cleanup crews from the City of Silver City, grottos and gardens have been recovered and a beautiful chapel restored, but the major reconstruction of the two-story clinic and accommodations building still remains.

A World War I chaplain and Passionist Priest with a background in chemistry, homeopathic medicine and dietetics, Fr. Aull noted that local underground miners in Grant County had few respiratory problems. In fact, trips into

(Opposite) Fr. Rod Nichols, in the renovated chapel at St Mary Theodikas, has championed the preservation and restoration project.

(Opposite, below) Zeke Gonzales donated the carved artwork on the chapel door.

(Top) Fr. Nichols relates the history of St. Mary Theodikas to cousin Annie, visiting from England, and strokes his widely recognized dachshund companion, Elizabeth.

the mines seemed to benefit Fr. Aull’s own lung disorders. Working with a local engineer, Fr. Aull developed a machine that simulated the underground mine gases and used them to treat respiratory ailments for years until his death in August of 1948.

Following the priest’s death, the buildings and gardens fell into disrepair. One of his “miraculous” machines can be seen by appointment at the Silver City Museum. The secluded and historic healing and spiritual grounds utilized by Fr. Aull are now being developed by Fr. Nichols as a Center for Specialized and Private Retreats. All faiths will be allowed to utilize the facility.

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The Silver City Gospel Mission. Offering hot meals, a medical clinic, free clothing and food baskets, showers for those who cannot afford them, as well as Bible classes and church services . Under the guiding hand of Marsha Bowman, the mission is now expanding its services by starting a literacy group.

Last year Habitat For Humanity partnered with a family to complete a house they wouldn’t have been able to obtain through traditional lending sources. This year they have acquired a lot to build on and have chosen another family. Volunteers assist the family build a home that gives them stability, security and status in the community. A new database system will help the group ensure

that volunteers are informed when phases of the work they would like to be involved in are scheduled. Volunteers are always needed, regardless of whether or not they have housebuilding skills, and there is a continuing need for lots for future homes.

Cyclophilic Sprockids de Cobre helps kids of all ages learn safe and healthy bicycling habits. They distribute helmets as symbols of membership in the club which promotes a sense of responsibility by focusing on obeying traffic laws, behaving safely, and in being courteous to motor vehicles and pedestrians. The core of the program is the Juvenile Probation and Parole Office, which is allows the group to give young offenders community service credit for helping repair bikes and encouraging healthy behavior in their siblings and friends. Saturdays the group repairs bikes in Silver City; on the weekdays there are programs in the outlying communities. Volunteers are needed to help young children learn to ride without training wheels, to help make objects de' art with bike parts, for developing bike-based appropriate technology, for helping with registration, and for fitting the kids with helmets.

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(Opposite) A few of the many volunteers donating time and work to provide affordable housing for deserving individuals are shown at a recent construction project.

(Above) Finn excitedly tries out all the playground facilities at Penny Park, a project completed totally by volunteer efforts and no public funding.

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Photo by Laura Howell

Legislative Update

Ben Altamirano - State Senator

Dianne Hamilton - State Representative

Manny Herrera - State Representative

Linda Kay Jones - SIGRED

Ben Altamirano – State Senator

Manny Herrera – State Representative

“This is a great and productive session that we are in now. The productivity is due to the fact that we are in constant communication with the Governor. There is congenial cooperation between the legislative and executive branches. We are also ‘welcoming’ the flow of information to the legislature from state agencies.

“Three of the most important issues from my perspective are the budget, the tax decrease and education funding. The money supply, however, is extremely short this year, and I want my constituents in Catron, Grant and Socorro Counties to know that many programs will have to be cut or not added. Coupled with the Governor’s tax break, the cost of Medicaid and opening doors in higher education and the public school systems are causing funding to be very tight.”

“I cannot believe that the legislative and executive branches are finally working together. Our honeymoon is progressing well. For eight years we have walked in the wilderness, but now that we have achieved a workable relationship among the branches of government, it is time to give 110%. This session has been exceptional with both Republicans and Democrats truly representing New Mexicans.

“I believe that our most important legislative issues are the education bills, including raises for teachers, better education and better schools, collective bargaining, water issues and the health bills.

“Bills of concern are all the local district bills, including jail, county halls, debt forgiveness and capital outlay. We are working hard to find the funding for these important local issues.”

Dianne Hamilton – State Representative “The first session of the 46th Legislature has been the busiest of my tenure. Over 1,000 bills have been entered in the House and there have been over 1500 Capital Outlay bills. To my mind, the most important piece of legislation passed was the governor's tax relief bill. It will provide great economic stimulus to the state. We also passed an omnibus bill for education that provides real reform, instead of the band-aid approaches of previous years.

“Of my bills, "PERA Retirees Earning Cap" will allow public employees to go back to work in the public sector and make up to $25,000.00 before paying back into the fund. The previous cap was $15,000.00. I presented a memorial entitled ‘Veteran-owned Small Business Growth Plan.’ The Veterans Corporation has been formed to aid veterans in opening small businesses, helping them to obtain low interest loans and appropriate counseling. The corporation is headquartered in Washington, D.C., but has chosen New Mexico to be the first state to participate in the program!”

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Linda Kay Jones – SIGRED Everyone at the State Capitol seems to be communicating and the Governor and cabinet secretaries are bending over backwards to work with Grant County.

Economic development bills are receiving a lot of attention. The tax cut will not only help small businesses, it will send a positive message to the rest of the country about New Mexico’s intention to attract jobs.

Funding for the Economic Development Department is important, especially for rural communities. Tax credits for higher wage jobs and startups for research and development companies are important bills, as is the funding of in-plant training that helped attract Stream. Funds for Community College training and retraining programs would benefit WNMU and Grant County.

Representative Hamilton introduced scholarship funding for all New Mexicans to attend economic development courses. Senator Altamirano requested funding for an international trade incubator

Tony Trujillo- Prospectors pilot project that would be administered by SIGRED/SBDC through WNMU. Governor Richardson is pulling $150,000 from his budget to assist Grant County’s economic development efforts.

Tony Trujillo — Prospectors Chamber of Commerce In Governor Bill Richardson’s first session, general business interests appear to have fared well. A personal income tax cut was signed; an unemployment rate reduction totaling $26.2 million awaits his signature; there is a comprehensive education reform measure; and there is legislation for a major statewide strategic water plan.

The Grant County Coalition for Progress focused on a bill, providing $150,000 for economic development purposes in Grant County. With the assistance of the Economic Development Cabinet Secretary Rick Homan, the Governor has already pledged about $125,000 from his budget for Grant County's economic needs. This money is being matched by $25,000 donations each from Phelps Dodge, Stream, Town of Silver City, Bayard and Grant County. With attention on our area right now, this unified community effort will help Silver City and our men, women and families as we work our way through this difficult economic climate.

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Apostolic Assembly of the Faith in Jesus Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-534-8608 BAHAI Faith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3335 Berean New Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . 505-544-8536 Bible Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-1223 Brewer Hill Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . 505-534-0048 Calvary Chapel . . . . . . . 505-538–0474 or 505-388-1031 Calvary Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-4708 Church of Nazarene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-5257 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter - Day Saints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-5033 Ecclesia Pentecostal Apostolic Church . . 505-537-2429 Episcopal Church of the Good Shepard . . 505-538-2015 First Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-1582 First United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2371 First Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3513 First Christian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-4773 Glad Tiding Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-1584 Grace Bible Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-5428 Harvest Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3619 Immanuel Lutheran Church-ELCA . . . . . . 505-534-2899 Indian Hills Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3558 Jewish Sabbath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-9557 Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses Messiah Lutheran Church-LCMS . . . . . . . 505-538-9446 New Life Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-3256 Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery . . . . . . 505-388-9279 Primera Iglesia Bautista Hispana . . . . . . . 505-388-5425 Promise Land Church of God . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-0483 Religious Science (Science of Mind) . . . 505-534-0300 Religious Society of Friends - Quakers . . 505-538-3596 Shiloh Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2454 Silver City Zen Center Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-8874 Silver City Gospel Mission Fellowship . . . 505-388-5071 Silver City Seventh-Day Adventist . . . . . . .505-538-3882 Silver Christian Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-388-1859 St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church . . . . .505-538-9373 St. Francis Newman Center Parish . . . . .505-538-3662 The Potter’s House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-0319 Tyrone Community Worship . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-8216 Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Silver City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2358 Valley Community Church UCC . . . . . . . . 505-537-3062 Word of Life Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505-538-2177

BUSINESS BRIEFS Pam Archibald Sr. Vice President Western Bank Pam Archibald has the responsibility of opening a new branch of Western Bank in Silver City in the coming months. She is a 30-year resident of Silver City, and her husband, Bill owns Finishing Touches. A 25-year veteran of banking, she'll have the title of Senior Vice President. After commuting to Lordsburg for a year and a half, she is looking forward to the move, which will let Western Bank better serve existing customers in Silver City.

John Francis Exec. Vice President Western Telephone John Francis came to Silver City in 2000 when Jack Keen, for whom he had done consulting work, suggested that he could put his 34 years of telephone company expertise to good use at Western New Mexico Telephone Company. "He was right," John says. He settled in the area with his wife Debra, and as Executive VP works to ensure smooth and controlled growth of the company's service to people in five counties.

Kevin McCauley President, McCauley Broadcasting The Ranch Kevin McCauley started KWNM 105.5FM "The Ranch" in October to broadcast traditional country music. Having lived in Grant county his entire life, he passed up opportunities in bigger markets in favor of staying in the area. His wife Vicky works at the Gila Regional Medical Center and daughter Taylor attends Harrison Schmidt school.

It's always hard starting a business, but Kevin says: "People have been really good to us so far."

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GRANT COUNTY ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY Brian Robinson MD Christopher Hanosh MD Sports Medicine • Fracture Care • Hand & Foot Surgery Adult & Pediatric • Arthroscopy Most Insurances • Medicare Assignment

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BUSINESS UPDATE

by Ted Lynn

Camille Clark, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, states that efforts to promote tourism and retirement have produced numerous inquiries about starting businesses here. Every month, the Visitor Center gets 2,000 visitors, and the Chamber mails out 800 information packages.

Judy Ward at SIGRED reports that the city has developed close ties to the State Economic Development Department, which assists businesses interested in locating in New Mexico.

The Army Reserves' 471st Transportation Detachment presented Jack Keen, president of Western Interactive, with a Certificate for Contributions to National Security for supporting employee participation. Western Interactive employee David Beem, a Sergeant with 17 years of service in the Reserves, presented the certificate.

Satellite Solutions ranked number one in statewide sales of Pegasus Direct TV systems for the second consecutive year, and during an August promotion ranked third in the country, according to owners Albert and Pam Madrigal.

Gila Regional Medical Center recently completed a $5.5 million construction and renovation project. The upgrade streamlined its outpatient services and more than doubled the size of the emergency and imaging departments.

2003

Billy Casper Benefit Golf Classic

Experience one of Silver City’s favorite spectator events:

The Billy Casper Shoot-out Thursday, September 4, 2003 Golf pros and their amateur partners from all over the Southwest will participate in this brutal elimination.

Sign up now for these exciting golfing events at Silver City’s Scott Park Golf Course:

The PGA-Sanctioned Billy Casper ProAm Tourney Friday, September 5, 2003 all proceeds benefit

The Billy Casper Scramble Saturday, September 6, 2003

1313 East 32nd Street, Silver City • 505/538-4067

Contact Jim Smith at Scott Park Golf Course, 505/538-5041 SILVER CITYLIFE – 51

MUSIC EXPRESS Quality Musical Instruments and Accessories

LETTER from the EDITOR Silver City has been blessed over the years with people who not only kept the spirit alive that created the town, but also have the capacity to focus on the future. That is precisely why it is one of nation’s best small towns for a full and diverse lifestyle.

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highlights a cross section of those who have come to town in recent years. We talk about where they lived, why they chose to come to Silver City, what newcomers look for in a lifestyle, and their commitments to community

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You will no doubt think of many other people…newcomers, old timers and natives, who have given this town all that they have. Silver City has enough talented and dedicated individuals to fill the pages of this magazine for years to come. Help us keep the momentum rolling for a richer, more meaningful life.

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New Mexico

University Museum

Most surprising and awe-inspiring about the WNMU Museum in Silver City, NM is that it houses the largest permanent display of Mimbres pottery and culture in the world.

Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00-4:30 • Saturday & Sunday 10:00-4:00

Free Admission • Handicap Accessible

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