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October 11, 2024
In GratitudeWe are grateful to the Abiquiu Arts Council for renewing their sponsorship. It looks like a glorious fall weekend in Abiquiu. Take the tour this year and help celebrate the 30th Abiquiu Studio Tour!
Abiquiú Arts Council: Celebrating Art, Community, and the 30th Annual Abiquiú Studio Tour
At the Abiquiú Arts Council, we believe in the power of art to connect, inspire, and uplift our community. For years, we’ve proudly supported local artists, ensuring that the rich creative spirit of Abiquiú is accessible to all. Through our programming, we aim to foster a vibrant art scene, offering opportunities for artists to showcase their talents and for the public to experience the beauty that grows from the land and culture of this special place.
As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of our sponsors and donors to make this possible. Your support allows us to bring events like the Abiquiú Studio Tour to life, which, as many know, is our biggest event of the year. Now in its 30th year, the Studio Tour will take place on October 12 & 13 from 10am-5pm, providing a rare opportunity to explore the creative spaces of almost 60 local artists. From painters and sculptors to ceramicists and jewelers, there is something everyone can enjoy. We invite you to come out and experience the magic for yourself. Wander the breathtaking landscapes of Abiquiú, meet the talented artists, and take home a one-of-a-kind treasure. Your participation not only celebrates the arts but also helps us continue our mission of supporting artists and enriching the cultural fabric of our community. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s tour and thank you for being part of the Abiquiú Arts Council family. To learn more or make a donation, visit: abiquiustudiotour.org Thank you Contributors and Paid SubscribersRobert S
Karen C
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There are few creatures I find more fascinating than bees living in a colony. A large community of beings that act almost like a single organism: each individual member of the collective acts to further the wellbeing of the whole. Doesn’t this sound like something we humans should emulate a little? Read More
The debate over banning single-use plastic bags is not just a matter of environmental concern—it’s a practical, necessary step to combat the growing litter issue in our Valley. Read More
I can think of no human creation as ungodly as the waiting room.
And yes, I considered the iron maiden, but I ruled it out because, in one of those, you at least know with certainty you’re not going anywhere. I also considered the guillotine—the worst part of which is waiting your turn. This, kiddos, is how revolutionary France invented the concept of the waiting room. Read More
I have been contemplating a big change to my Wi-Fi and finally pulled the plugs on my Eeros. It was a pretty good mesh router which I have used for the past few years.
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Last week, you may recall, we had a nationwide Verizon outage. So we went into T-Mobile that day and switched our phones to T-Mobile, and additionally, we signed up for their Wi-Fi hotspot. Read More
Previous Features
Espanola, NM – Moving Arts Española is excited to announce the launch of the Mars
Odyssey Project, an innovative initiative designed to revolutionize Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education with a special focus on cybersecurity. Read More
Here comes Studio Tour season.
It's October, which around here means it’s time for our most hallowed annual tradition—cramming to get ready for the Abiquiú Studio Tour. Read More
The Fed Has Finally Cut Interest Rates—Now What?
For over two years, investors have been enjoying over 5% returns on their Money Market funds. It’s been like the financial version of a never-ending happy hour—easy access to cash and decent income. But, like all good things, this party is winding down now that the Fed has cut, and will continue to cut, interest rates. So, where does all that money go next? Read More
Well, the account cloning epidemic on Facebook is showing no signs of letting up. In fact, it seems to be getting worse.
Every day I see frantic posts from several of my friends saying they've been hacked and not to accept a new friend request from them. Read More
When you think of books and art, you might think of Nobel-prize winning authors such as John Steinbeck or Thomas Mann, or of books of poetry where every word is carefully crafted and positioned. But one rarely thinks of the physical book itself – the paper, or the way the words are printed. Not so for long-time Abiquiú resident Pam Smith: she belongs to a relatively small group of people who dedicate their art to the way the book looks. Everything is done by hand: the printing, the binding, even the paper. Read More
Prescribed Fire Updates
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Leonard was a devoted teacher and worked for several schools within Rio Arriba County. He touched the lives of his students and truly made an impact. Anyone that knew Leonard knew that he had a passion for helping others by sharing his life experiences and knowledge. Following his career in education, he worked security for the Georgia O’Keeffe Foundation for 10 years.
Leonard was a free spirit and enjoyed an unconventional life. He enjoyed listening to Rock n Roll and loved Pink Floyd. His favorite television shows were MASH, Hogan’s Heroes and Mission Impossible. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting arrow heads and spending time with his daughter, Anastasia. He was an avid animal lover and especially his cats that he loved so dearly. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle. His favorite thing to do was to facetime with his only granddaughter, Piper Jo. She was the apple of his eye. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Joe, cousins Augustine and Merlinda Garcia whom he had a special bond with, as well as his sister-in-law Arla Ferran. He is survived by his daughter Anastasia Ferran, granddaughter Piper Jo Gillam-Ferran, brother Gilbert (Roberta) Ferran, two nieces Rebecca Cottone (Mike) and Megan Horn-Molett(Mitchell), and several great nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. The family of Leonard Ferran has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Española Valley 505-747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com Join Us in Supporting a Heartfelt Farewell
JoePaul Garcia passed away suddenly on October 3, 2024. JoePaul was the son of Leopoldo Garcia and grandson of Napoleon Garcia, long-time residents of Abiquiu. JoePaul ran a modern day "Dad-Cab", always available to provide transportation for his four children to their games, appointments and jobs. JoePaul was always a willing handyman in the community with his skills of landscaping and construction. He was truly the backbone of his family and much loved by his wife, four children and his siblings. His gentle nature was evident in his love of his many animals.
The family is unprepared for the funeral costs and would appreciate any amount that can be donated. Donate Pueblo de Abiquiu Library
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Art, Music, Film and Books
Be sure to visit all our artist sponsors and thank them for supporting the Abiquiu News
Abiquiu News Photography ExhibitCome see the photography that has been featured in the Abiquiu News. A portion of each image will support the Abiquiu News. Support the News and our photographers. Read Jessica Rath's article "The Art of Photography" about our photographers ~Carol
Tickets available at. https://www.montagemusicsociety.com/tickets.html
The El Rito Art Association will be meeting Sunday, Oct 13,2024, 10:30 AM at the Student Center on Northern New Mexico College campus - El Rito. Park at the round-a-bout and towards the back of the campus and to the left.
If you would like to socialize, we will have tea, etc. at 10:00 before the meeting. Hope to see you, elritoartassociation@gmail.com with any questions. 
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TAROT CARD CLASS
FOR BEGINNERS AND THOSE WITH TAROT EXPERIENCE We will begin with detailed analysis of the cards. Then we will use the cards for divination, sharing our understanding to deepen our discernment. If interested call or text Goldie at (505) 927-8432 
You are invited to stop by at Hebé García’s Fine Art Studio from October 11- 13, 10 AM to 4 PM. If you need directions please text me to 505-690-9888, and I will gladly provide you with a Map and Instructions.
The Locals’ Picks Book List
Zach Hively Casa Urraca Press has created a place for locals in our area to recommend books to each other, and a place to find book suggestions with a personal touch.
Have a book to recommend? Send it to Zach at casaurracaltd@gmail.com – title, author, and the reason you suggest it.
The full Locals’ Picks list is available to view here on Bookshop. A purchase from Casa Urraca's link helps support independent bookstores. Abiquiu’s Casa Urraca Press earns a commission from every shopping trip that starts with the above Bookshop link—you can shop the entire Bookshop site in addition to the locals' picks. Plus, a percentage of every book (at least 10%) goes straight to independent bookstores. This is an opportunity to support small businesses with the same convenience as large online retailers.
Karen Chrappa, an Abiquiu resident is a physical therapist with Presbyterian who has been serving Rio Arriba County making home visits for the past ten years.
Her latest book, “Beyond Fear: A Woman’s Path to Enlightenment” is now available for order on Amazon. "Beyond Fear: A Woman's Path To Enlightenment" is a thought-provoking, gripping, inspiring, beautiful, and fascinating read! This memoir is incredibly encouraging. The reader learns of Chrappa's traumatic childhood, experience in a life or death situation, and transformative moments which changed her. Due to the unique writing style readers become personally invested in her journey towards enlightenment while simultaneously feeling inspired to look within and outside themselves for their own enlightenment. Written with immense vulnerability this book is a gem! It challenged and inspired me!” Brooke Young Available now for pre-order on Amazon with release date set for October 15th. Stay tuned for Karen's upcoming community event and book launch along with Zach Hively, author of “Call Me Zach Hively Because That Is My Name”, at the Abiquiu Inn on November 10th. Abiquiu Book Club
Reoccurring donations make all the difference for the health and sustainability of our programs! We encourage you to consider becoming a reoccurring donor to NYP today:
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Open This Saturday 10/12 from 12-2pm
42 Private Drive in Abiquiu. 
Announcements and Classes
This is a multi-week course for anyone who is curious about meditation but does not know where to begin. The course offers an introduction to different meditation techniques with a focus on practicing and discussing those techniques together for better understanding. This course will address:
INSTRUCTOR INFO: Originally from Louisiana, Felicity Strachan first came to New Mexico for college in 1994, and moved to Northern NM for good in 2014. She has been practicing meditation for about 10 years, studying various techniques, and completed a 10-day Vipassana course in England in 2022. *The Student Center is behind the cafeteria and in front of the old weaving building. If you come from the back road it is the first building on the right. INFO / REGISTER: (505) 747-5477 • virginia_c@nnmc.edu https://nnmc.edu/community/continuing-education.html Note to recipient: To protect sensitive information, please refrain from sending Social Security numbers, credit card details, or other confidential data through email. Consider alternative communication methods for such information. 
Kernel to Tortilla: A Workshop on Nixtamalization and Masa
October 19, 2024 • Saturday • 10:00am - 2:00pm El Rito Campus, Cafeteria • Fee: $100 Hands-on cooking class. Take all the recipes home with you! Instructor Andrew Fleisher will walk you through:
For more info, contact Virginia Cata, virginia_c@nnmc.edu (505) 747-5477 
Introduction to Tai Chi
Fall classes! October 18-November 22 Fridays, 10 am-12 pm, El Rito Campus, Alumni Hall 6 week class, $40 The Chinese art of Tai Chi is a moving meditation and whole-body exercise for maintaining and building the health of mind and body. This class will introduce the long-form Tai Chi set as taught by Master May Lin-Sin, with a focus on basic principles. Intended for people who are new to Tai Chi; no experience is required. It is also appropriate for those who have completed this course before and wish further practice. Instructor Chris Ng is certified by the non-profit American Tai Chi Academy with more than 30 years of teaching Tai Chi. INFO / REGISTER: (505) 747-5477 • virginia_c@nnmc.edu https://nnmc.edu/home/community-gateway/continuing-education/ A small community, a world of experience @Northern New Mexico College Española: 921 Paseo de Oñate, Española, NM 87532 El Rito: PO Box 160, El Rito, NM 87530 (505) 747.2100 • www.nnmc.edu 
If you have a child (3-12 years old) who is going to join Dance FUNdamentals this Fall we still have some space. Please register them here. Classes start this Saturday!
Chama Schools is inviting homeschooled students to attend enrichment activities on district scheduled Fridays at the Chama unit. Homeschooled students will get to spend the day with their age group, walk over to the arts center for an hour and a half of arts and crafts (next week it will be bean mosaics), and dive into the 3-D printing lab, music and more with the Northern NM ROC Foundation. For inquiries contact us, or call either elementary school. Lastly, after 3 years of being open and always having a little more on our plates than we could really manage, we have decided to spend this Fall cleaning and organizing so that we can start programs this winter utilizing all of our space to the fullest. We need shelving at the arts center. We will be ordering a couple different kinds this week. If you have some shelves you can donate, email, call, or text right away. Also, if you can lend a hand in October or November, let us know. Ghost Ranch Workshops October
Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching of Plants with Robin Wall Kimmerer | October 11-13 Celebrating Women with Susan Weber and Lynn Motley | October 13-18 Practically Painting with O’Keeffe with Anna Koster | October 13-18 Making Poems, Making Books with Anita Skeen and Cindy Hunter Morgan | October 13-18 Writing and Healing: Beginner’s Mind, Deep Play with Joan Logge | October 13-18 Fly Fishing around Ghost Ranch with Davud Kadlec and Tom Nichols | October 13-18 Connecting with Eyes, Heart, Hand: Plein Air with Natasha Isenhower | October 28-Nov 3 November Navigating Paths if Change on Life’s Journey with Jeannie Bowman | November 18-23 Christian Perspectives on Dementia Diagnoses and Care with Dr. Carl Greiner | November 22-24 |
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Nova
Nova is a cosmic superstar ready to light up your life! This almost-two-year-old 65lbs shepherd/husky mix has eyes that sparkle like stardust, the curliest tail that is its own constellation, and a smile like the Milky Way stretching across the night sky - Nova is ready to orbit your world with boundless love and loyalty! Whether you’re chasing sunsets or lounging under the stars, Nova will be by your side, lighting the way. This galaxy girl is friendly, sweet, and good on leash, she also knows some basics, including "sit" and "lie down", and she even does well with other dogs. Nova likes to go for walks where she can explore and sniff around, and would likely make a great companion for someone looking for a hiking partner of the four legged variety. Sound like a good match? Her adoption fee is waived and she goes home spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and with six months of heartworm prevention! We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm. www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 
Griffin
Griffin is a guy who knows himself. This hunk of orange dreamsicle is funny and full of personality, and he loves to wrap his arms around yours … and give a little love nibble. Griffin was found dashing away from a pack of dogs in hot pursuit, and he has some residual fear of other animals, so he would be best in a home when he can be the only king of your castle! Griffin is one year old, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, and his adoption fee is waived! www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 
Lost Dog: Mayzee, black and white elderly rat terrier, about 18 pounds. Wandered from home on 156. Last seen about 2 pm Wednesday.
call 312.733.6061 |
