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October 18, 2024
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A complex system of pipes, tunnels and canals carries water around the Western U.S., like this one in Colorado's Fraser Valley. However, policy experts say a cross-country pipeline wouldn't make sense for political, financial and engineering reasons.
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Step into history at Abiquiu Inn on October 25th and 26th, 2024, for Curtis & Cuisine, a two-day event honoring the legacy of Edward S. Curtis, the renowned photographer of Native American peoples. In collaboration with the Curtis Legacy Foundation, this immersive weekend will feature captivating stories, rare photographs, and unforgettable culinary delights. Read More
When folks ask me what advice I have for writers, I often straight-up steal something I gleaned from Pam Houston on (I think) a radio interview: Notice the glimmers—the things that have been snagging your attention recently are doing so for a reason.
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Carson National Forest planners opened a scoping period for two proposed projects related to recreation and special uses today. The projects, as currently proposed, are considered categorical exclusions under the National Environmental Policy Act, and comments are sought to help daylight any unknown issues. Read More
You may have heard of Apples Air Tags. They’ve been in the news this year, for good and sinister reasons both. Read More
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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
Skies Above AbiquiuFor those lucky enough to catch it Abiquiu has had some spectacular skies. Kirt Kempter caught this image of the Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas 10/15 at 7:53PM on CR-156. Tricia Noll managed to capture the night sky over Sierra Negra 10/10 with the Northern Lights.
Courtesy of Kirt Kempter
Courtesy of Tricia Noll
Comet over Pedernal ~ Courtesy of Tim de Noble
Where can I vote on Election Day?
You can look up where to vote on New Mexico's site. Registration deadlines
Absentee ballot deadlines
Voting deadlines
Click for more information, deadlines, ID required if you registered but did not provide ID at that time. Tres Semillas Property Under ContractOur most frequent question this past month has been about the future of the Tres Semillas Property. At this time we can report that according to its listing the property is "under contract".
SANTA FE – Respiratory season is among us, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus immunizations are now available for older adults and pregnant people. RSV antibody is available for infants. Infants are particularly vulnerable to RSV during their first year and RSV is the leading cause of infant hospitalization in New Mexico and the United States.
RSV activity typically starts to increase in the fall and peaks around December and January. “It’s very exciting to have RSV vaccines added to the tools we have to stay healthy during the winter,” said Dr. Miranda Durham, Chief Medical Officer for the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth). “Getting immunized now will reduce the chances of having severe disease that could result in hospitalization or death.” There are two ways to protect infants from RSV:
Nirsevimab is also recommended for children eight-to-24 months old who meet any of the following criteria: • Born premature with chronic lung disease. • Severely immunocompromised. • Severe cystic fibrosis. • American Indians and Alaskan Natives. For these high-risk children, Nirsevimab should be administered immediately. Data from the last respiratory season shows that Nirsevimab was 80-90% effective in preventing babies from being hospitalized with RSV. No shortages of Nirsevimab are anticipated this year. Older New Mexicans are also at high risk of severe RSV. RSV vaccine is recommended for persons 75 years and older and for persons 60 years and older with chronic medical conditions. RSV vaccine for older adults can be given any time and only one dose is currently recommended. If you received an RSV vaccine last year, you do not need to get another one at this time. RSV vaccines are offered in many locations, including healthcare provider offices, pharmacies and hospitals. NMHealth encourages those with health insurance to contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist about getting immunized against RSV. NMHealth offers vaccinations for people without insurance or who are otherwise not able to get vaccinated. Nirsevimab is covered by the federal Vaccines for Children program, so all children in New Mexico, regardless of insurance status, can receive it. Patients can find a location with available RSV vaccine here:
Anyone who needs help finding a vaccine or has questions about the vaccine can call the NMHealth Help Line at 1-833-796-8773 (1-833-SWNURSE). Prescribed Fire Updates
New Mexico Fire Information
Here’s the latest for prescribed fires on the Carson National Forest:
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If you have a story to tell, send it in. If you want, interview your friend, relative, teacher, co-worker. If you think it would be interesting, I bet other people would too. Give it a try and send something in to us.
Carol Bondy Pueblo de Abiquiu Library
Scene Around Town
Image Courtesy of Ann Ellery
In case you missed the Aurora Borealis, shot by Janeen Singer 10/10 between 8 and 9pm MT
Comet from 554 = Image Courtesy of Tim de Noble
Send us your local images. Send to AbiquiuNewsImages@gmail.com Please send images under 1mb. My inbox will thank you. ~Carol
Art, Music, Film and BooksAbiquiu 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
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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. Abiquiu Book Club
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Come join us this Saturday October 19th from 12-2pm! Share a potluck style meal and dig up some perennial plants to take home. Any and all help is much appreciated! We are especially looking for folks with trucks who are willing to volunteer to transport a few things locally! NYP is also seeking assistance in dismantling and transporting some large wooden structures from the garden before 10/31/24. Compensation will be provided. Please contact us if interested. 
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:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/northernyouthproject/ You can also support NYP by taking this brief survey, developed by our interns, to provide a testimonial of why a program like NYP is essential to our community!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDcqHkJTXVpbFUJgBhd4rCqo9h6OqeHnldHytt5-fKSCbKBQ/viewform EventsPlease remember, events will go in for a maximum of three Fridays before the event. Send text, word or publisher file and a separate image, please keep images below 1 mb and send to info@abiquiunews.com. Vertical PDFs or JPGs will be edited for space. Send by Wednesday Noon for inclusion in that Friday's News.
Announcements and Classes
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 Ghost Ranch Workshops |
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Blanco is a reminder that a little love and kindness can heal the deepest wounds and fears - and that the resilience of dogs is nothing short of remarkable. When Blanco arrived, he was so terrified, he just couldn’t even walk - he collapsed on the ground and slithered down the hallways on his belly instead. But look at this brave boy now, standing like Leonardo DiCaprio being the king of the world on the Titanic! Speaking of Leonardo, how handsome is Blanco? He’s a stunner and turns some heads with his unique look, curly tail, and inquisitive eyes. Though he's still a little nervous with his new surroundings, he’s proving just how brave and willing he is to try. Leo …errr Blanco … is 6 years old and 65lbs, and he goes home neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and with six months of free heartworm prevention - and his adoption fee is waived! www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 
Spooky
Meet Spooky, our lovable long-haired 5-month old buff colored kitten! This charming little guy arrived at the shelter with three other cats, and it didn't take long for him to stand out as the most social and outgoing of the bunch - not to mention handsome! Spooky is known for rubbing against the sides of his kennel and purring loudly, making sure everyone knows he's ready for attention and affection. While he has always been an outdoor cat, Spooky has quickly shown us that he's ready to embrace the cozy comforts of indoor life. He clearly prefers lounging inside and being spoiled with love and treats. His friendly nature shines through in his interactions with other cats-he often headbutts and rubs against them, signaling that he's a new friend eager to play. If you're looking for a playful and affectionate companion who would thrive in a loving home, come meet Spooky today! www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 |
