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November 29, 2024
We are honor to participate in the 4th Annual New Mexico Local News Matching campaign. Each newsroom will receive up to $7,500, in a dollar-for-dollar match for donations received between December 1st and December 31st. Learn more about NM Local news and the newsrooms they support.
Local news is in a crisis around the country, and in New Mexico in particular. New Mexico has 4 counties with no newspapers and 22 counties with only one newspaper, according to “news deserts” research at the University of North Carolina. When communities lack trusted news sources, they are less civically engaged, which is a threat to democracy. You’ve told us this year
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One thing I particularly like about interviewing people is the fact that I learn so much about individuals I’ve known for a long time. Jaye Buros is a case in point; I first met her shortly after I moved to Abiquiú in 2000 and have run into her countless times thereafter. I knew she was a painter, that she was married to Bill Page, and that the two of them were running the Rising Moon Gallery for several years. But I had no idea that she was a TWA flight attendant for a while, or better: a stewardess, as they were called then. Read More
All five members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation are urging the federal government to “quickly resolve” a decade-old lawsuit from Texas over water rights from the Rio Grande. Read More
Thanksgiving is the one pure North American holiday, free of politics of commercialism of historical accuracy. Most people like to celebrate the warm-and-fuzzy animal sacrifice side of Thanksgiving. And that’s fine; America is nothing if not a nation of moderation, so we should be allowed one single meal of overindulgence each year. Read More
Nine of Northern New Mexico’s finest youth rodeo competitors will be competing in the upcoming 2024 Vegas Tuffest Jr. World Championship to be held at THE EXPO at the World Market Center in downtown Las Vegas Nevada. This year’s event will see more than 1,300 entries with competitors coming from across the United States and Canada, for the event spanning Dec. 3-10. Read More
Experience the magic of theater and the power of community at this free performance in Española
This December, New Mexico School for the Arts-Art Institute (NMSA-Art Institute) is partnering with Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) to bring the Española community a spellbinding theatrical experience. Join us for “Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic & Magic,” a heartwarming and hilarious story about courage, friendship and finding your own kind of magic—even if you feel like a side character. Read More
One of the best things about our traditional American Thanksgiving dinner is the choice of leftovers and the creative uses to which such leftovers can be put. Thanksgiving evening, shortly after we think, “I can’t eat another thing,” we may find ourselves heading to the kitchen and opening the fridge to see what would make a quick snack. For me, that is usually a leftover biscuit split in half, dabbed with mayo, and filled with a small piece of cold turkey and topped with a spoonful of cranberry sauce. Read More
"How do I upgrade my computers?" Read more for Brian's suggestions.
Previous News and Features
Giving TuesdayIt's the time again where we thank and support the nonprofits in our area and serving our area by featuring them in this Giving Tuesday issue. Consider making a year end donation to these worthy 501c3 organizations. No donation is too small.
Abiquiú Arts Council 501(c)(3)
The Abiquiú Arts Council is a volunteer-run organization at the heart of a vibrant and creative community, championing the arts in all forms. Our mission is to inspire artists of every age and background through education, events, and opportunities to showcase their work. From organizing the beloved annual Studio Tour to hosting workshops, sponsoring art education in local schools, and partnering with other area nonprofits, we’re committed to enriching lives and fostering creativity in Abiquiú. With your support, we can continue to nurture the arts and uplift our community. Donations help us expand programs, bring new events to life, and sustain the creative spirit that makes Abiquiú unique. Join us in making a difference this Giving Tuesday by clicking here to donate online. Checks can be sent to Abiquiu Arts Council, PO Box 906, Abiquiú, NM 87510. Together, we can keep the arts thriving in our community. Thank you for your generosity! Learn more: abiquiustudiotour.org 
Chama Peak Land Alliance.
To practice and promote responsible land stewardship. The Chama Peak Land Alliance is a diverse group of conservation-minded land stewards committed to embracing, practicing and sharing responsible land, water and wildlife stewardship in Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico for the benefit of our diverse cultural heritage and for generations to come. Donate online or send a check to Chama Peak Land Alliance, PO Box 5701 Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 
Chama Valley Arts
Support Chama Valley Arts in 2025! Donate online or mail a check to Chama Valley Arts, PO Box 95, Chama, NM 87520, We are a tiny nonprofit with a huge impact. Every dollar makes a difference. We produce youth and adult programs, summer camps, the Chama Valley Art Festival and much more! Support the arts in the Northern Chama Valley, to improve lives throughout our many communities. Our Year-End Fundraiser ensures our sustainability in the coming year. Visit us online to get on our mailing list and get involved. Our deepest gratitude for your support. 
El Rito Arts Association
Please consider donating to the El Rito Art Association. Our mission is to nurture El Rito area artists, artisans, and art students. We sponsor arts programming at the El Rito campus of the Northern New Mexico College campus, including a weekly ceramics studio and a monthly movie night, both of which are free of charge and open to the public. Our annual Arts Festival includes a Studio Tour and a Mercado where community artists and artisans can offer their artwork for sale. We aspire to expand our programming to include working more closely with local schools, and your donation will help us to do so. Donate Here or mail a check to ERAA, PO Box 143, El Rito NM 87530 
El Rito Public Library
In 2024 El Rito Library will be celebrating 38 years as a vital force in our community. We have grown into a fully accredited non-profit library occupying an old adobe schoolhouse filled with some 16,000 books and DVDs. Nearly 85% of our income comes from donations from individuals and foundations. This year our fundraising efforts have received a big boost with a Challenge Grant of $15,000 to encourage our supporters to remember us with checks, cash, and credit card donations. Please help us match this generous, anonymous benefactor’s pledge of support. Free and public libraries are more important today than they have ever been! Make donations online or send checks payable to El Rito Library, PO Box 5, El Rito NM, 87530. We also take cash. You can also attend our Dec. 7 Silent Auction, make donations, and enjoy our festive Holiday Party too. 
Espanola Shelter
We keep pets and people together by creating a healthy environment for pets, their families, and our neighbors. For more than 30 years, our focus has been on free spay/neuter (with more than 7,000 every year), vaccines, and more love per paw. Help us transform the lives of animals most in need of your love. DONATE. ADOPT. VOLUNTEER. Learn more online or visit Espanola Humane, 108 Hamm Pkwy, Española, NM, 87532.
Food Depot`
Our vision is simple: Healthy, hunger-free communities in Northern New Mexico. We work toward that vision by engaging a network of partners to develop solutions to create a hunger-free New Mexico. Supporting The Food Depot means supporting a hunger-relief network of more than 75 nonprofit partner organizations distributing food at 150 locations in nine counties. The Food Depot’s opportunity to access donated food and food in bulk allows every dollar donated to provide up to four meals to our neighbors. Learn more about the impact of your gift at www.thefooddepot.org. Make a donation online or send a check to: The Food Depot, 1222 A Siler Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87507
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
Support Creativity, Education, & Community Since 1997, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum has celebrated the art, life, and independent spirit of Georgia O'Keeffe with visitors from around the world. Your support makes our work possible—from presenting our collections in Santa Fe and Abiquiú to creating free and low-cost art programs that inspire young and old. This season of giving, please make consider making a year-end gift today! Give onlinewww.okeeffemuseum.org/join-give/ or call 505-946-1022. All donations are 100% tax deductible. 
Ghost Ranch
This year, you, your family, or your workplace can embrace the spirit of generosity on #GivingTuesday and make a meaningful impact by helping us reach our year-end fundraising goal. Together, as a community, we can truly make a difference. Our goal is to raise $10K by Tuesday, December 3rd, to steward the sacred lands of Ghost Ranch. Please join our #GivingTuesday fundraising journey and donate today! Every contribution is an act of stewardship in a place that has touched so many lives. Join us this Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, to continue the legacy of Ghost Ranch. Give online or mail a check to Ghost Ranch. 
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch
Horseshoe Canyon Rescue Ranch in Youngsville provides shelter, love, care and rehabilitation for abused and neglected horses, donkeys, dogs, cats and more. Learn more online at www.horseshoecanyonrescueranch.org Go online to make a donation or send a check to Horseshoe Canyon Rescue Ranch c/o Mike and Tina Kleckner, PO Box 125, Youngsville, NM 87064 
Inside Out Recovery Center
Inside Out is a 501c3 which has served the Espanola Valley and surrounding communities for over 16 years. Our population of service are the most indigent members of our community, including the homeless. We offer hot lunches, clothing, extreme weather sleeping bags and tents, hygiene kits, mail services, computer use and ID acquisition at no charge. We also offer groups focusing on trauma and life skills as well as relapse prevention. Individual peer support is the core foundation of our services, offered by Certified Peer Support Workers. Send a check to Inside out, 908 N Riverside Dr. #6, Espanola NM 87532 
Luciente
During this Giving Time of the year, we are hoping that you will consider a donation to Luciente, Abiquiu’s own “small but mighty” non-profit. Your contribution will support our two school food pantries and our wonderful Abqiuiu Farmer’s Market. 100% of your gift will go to our programs and is fully tax deductible. Luciente is determined to keep the pantries and market alive into the foreseeable future. Please help us make that happen. It’s been a tough year, but working together, taking care of each other, we will persist, and we will thrive. With gratitude for your continued encouragement and support. Donate online or send a check to Luciente, Inc, PO Box 607, Abiquiu NM 87510 
Moving Arts
Your support this Giving Tuesday will profoundly impact Moving Arts and the community we serve. With your help, we can provide children, youth and young adults access to creative and experiential learning in a holistic environment. Together, we can open new pathways for young people to explore opportunities, express themselves, and expand their dreams. Click to donate 
New Mexico Rural Library Initiative
The mission of the New Mexico Rural Library Initiative is to secure a $1 million state funded endowment for each of 55 rural and pueblo libraries. The endowment also provides support for communities that want to establish libraries. New Mexico Rural Library Initiative is a 501c3. Donations can be made New Mexico Rural Library Initiative and mailed to: PO Box 25, Embudo, NM 87531 
New Mexico Wildlife Center
“New Mexico Wildlife Center (NMWC) connects people and wildlife through conservation education and rehabilitation because a world with wildlife is a better world. NMWC’s wildlife hospital takes in 800-1000 injured, orphaned, and sick wildlife from all over New Mexico each year with the goal of rehabilitation and release back into the wild. With around 30 non-releasable Ambassador Animals living onsite, visitors can experience up-close encounters to develop a greater appreciation for the native wildlife found in New Mexico. These Ambassador Animals also travel offsite with NMWC’s educators to schools, community groups, and other organizations to spread the word about local wildlife conservation concerns. You can donate online, by phone (505-753-9505) or by mail - 19 Wheat St., Espanola, NM 87532. 
Northern Youth Project
Northern Youth Project collaborates with organizations to touch the lives of more than 200 youth from New Mexico and around the country each year. The program runs part-time during the school year and full-time in the summer. 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/ Donate or send a check to Northern Youth Project, PO Box 1332 Abiquiu, New Mexico 87510 
The Pueblo de Abiquiu Library
The Pueblo de Abiquiú Library )PALCC) is in its 26th year. Our mission is to be a source for educational, cultural, and historical information; provide community support services; promote learning and literacy; host programs and events; and be a safe space to collaborate, create, and engage with Abiquiu and the far reaching community. We rely on grants and the generosity of our donors. You can mail a check to PALCC, PO Box 838, Abiquiu, 87510 OR donate online . 
Rio Arriba Adult Literacy Program
This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join a global day of giving and support adult literacy right here in Rio Arriba County. Every dollar you give empowers adult learners with the skills they need to improve their lives and strengthen our community. When you support the Rio Arriba Adult Literacy Program (RAALP), you’re investing in critical resources—such as tutoring services, books and resources, and technology—that help learners build reading, writing, and English language skills. Donate online or send a check to Rio Arriba Adult Literacy Program, P.O. Box 1113 Española, N.M. 87532 
Rio Arriba Concerned Citizens
We are a grassroots organization that defends against Oil and Gas development in the Rio Chama Watershed, NM while educating and advocating for sustainable, safe energy and income sources in our region. Support our efforts this Giving Tuesday – Donate online or mail a check to Rio Arriba Concerned Citizens, PO Box 12, Abiquiu NM 87510 
St Thomas the Apostle
21.8% of the population in Rio Arriba County, NM live below the poverty line, a number that is higher than the national average of 12.5%. It is getting harder each year to service and maintain this historical parish within the Santa Fe Archdiocese. Your contribution to help continue this Parish’s vital service to the community and our historical traditions will be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made by check to St Thomas the Apostle, PO Box 117, Abiquiu, NM 87510 St. Vincent De Paul
St Vincent De Paul is a Catholic lay, non-profit organization offering person-to-person service to those in need and suffering… Services funded by donations include: Home visits, Disaster relief, Food Baskets, Wood & propane for heating homes, Assistance with utilities, Immediate needs, Advocacy and more Call St. Thomas the Apostle Office for assistance at 505-685-1153. Donations to SVDP may be made directly to: SVDP c/o St. Thomas, P.O. Box 117, Abiquiu, NM 87510-0117 Shop Local this Small Business SaturdaySupport our local businesses this Saturday and all year long.
Small Business Saturday starts now at Casa Urraca Press. 10%-50% off EVERYTHING in the store - including our 2025 book subscription. Come browse our shelves now. Click to Shop
Holidays in Abiquiu
Celebrate the season with festive cheer at Abiquiú Dome’s Holiday Opening & Twilight Twinkle Gatherings!
Join us for two special weekends, Nov 29 – Dec 1 and Dec 6 – 8, from 12pm to 6pm. Enjoy complimentary hot cider, biscochitos, and a holiday light & farolito display at dusk, all while supporting local art. Discover unique gifts, cozy up in our outdoor seating, and soak in the magical atmosphere. Embrace the season with us and experience the artistry, warmth, and magic that make Abiquiú Dome a special holiday destination! 🎄 Connect with us at www.abiquiudome.com or FB & IG: @abiquiudome Free event - donations welcome but not necessary. The Bond House Museum
Northern New Mexico College announces Thanksgiving break closureEspañola and El Rito campuses will close Nov. 27 – Dec. 1
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. — The Northern New Mexico College Española and El Rito campuses will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. There will be no classes, activities or student services available during the holiday. NNMC Campus Security may be contacted at 505-747-2158. All of us at Northern wish you a very happy Thanksgiving! We get letters
We are also looking towards what comes next for the Abiquiu News. Abiquiu News is in its 12th year. We've grown, have a good readership and support base and want to see it continue once we retire. If you are interested in being part of this dialog email us. We look forward to hearing from you.
Abiquiu News needs you. If you are interested in providing local news for the Abiquiu News on a regular basis, drop us a line. Let's talk! 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 Scene Around Town
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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 Books
Are you interested in participating in the 2025 El Rito Arts Festival? Are you interested in having your work featured in pre-festival promotions like newspaper ads and articles? Do you have an opinion about how the festival could be improved? More profitable? More inclusive?
We want to hear from you! We’re looking to include new artists and such diverse organizations as the El Rito Library and the Raptor Center. Please join us on Sunday, December 1 at 3pm at the El Rito Public Library for snacks and discussion. We are getting a jump on 2025! Studio Tour Artists and Mercado vendors who sign up early will be eligible to appear in pre-festival marketing and promotions Give the gift of Abiquiu this Holiday Season. Each purchase from our photographers at the Abiquiu Inn Exhibit supports the Abiquiu News.
Come 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
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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
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.
Gritty, authentic, and timeless, this follow-up to Bubriski’s best-selling, Look Into My Eyes: nuevo mexicanos por vida expands the lens to include portraits of Native Americans and Anglos in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and parts north, engaging in ceremonies, pilgrimages, and just living.
PÓE TSÁWÄ COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 232 Popay Avenue, Ohkay Owingeh, NM (formerly San Juan Pueblo), 4 miles north of Española, NM 63, then 1 mile west on NM 74. Monday, December 9, 2024, 6:00 pm 
Announcements and Classes
✨Yoga Balance Clinic: Find Your Center✨
Find stability, strength, and confidence on and off the mat. In this workshop, we’ll explore poses and techniques to improve your physical balance, increase body awareness, and enhance mental focus. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, this clinic offers practical tools to support greater equilibrium—both in your yoga practice and in life. Studio or Zoom Date: December 6 Time: 9-10:30 am $15 register with payment by Nov. 29 ✨ Usui Holy Fire Reiki Level 1 & 2 ✨ Now offering 1:1 Holy Fire Reiki Level 1 and 2 attunements and practitioner training. If you’ve been feeling drawn to this powerful healing modality, or if your curiosity is sparked, connect with Joy to explore the possibilities. Full details can be found on her Reiki Training page—here’s the link. https://soulfireyogawithjoy.com/reiki-training/ For more details on classes and offerings, reach out to Joy Nagle: Call/text: 802-855-3003 Email: joyousom@gmail.com Visit: https://soulfireyogawithjoy.com/ |
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LaylaLayla is a beautiful 2-year-old short-haired tabby with a heart full of potential. Once a spirited outdoor cat, she would sprint away at the sight of her handlers, reveling in her freedom. However, everything changed when her caregivers found her lying down one day, seemingly unwell and in need of help. Concerned for her well-being, they brought Layla to Española Humane where she could receive the care she so desperately needed. Upon arrival, Layla faced some health challenges, including a severe upper respiratory infection and a stubborn blade of grass lodged in her nose. It took her a few days to recover and start feeling comfortable in her new environment. Although she is still a bit nervous and doesn't actively seek out human interaction, Layla is expected to blossom into the affectionate companion she was meant to be. We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm and closed on Thanksgiving!
www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 
FrankieFrankie is fixin’ to paw-role from prison - she will soon graduate from our Paws in the Pen program at the Penitentiary of New Mexico and we are now accepting applications. Frankie is a rare breed: a New Mexico Brown Dog. Bred from the pairing of green chile and dust devils, a sprinkle of moonlit mesas and a whisper of coyote howl, these tumbleweeds with paws are known for their zia-kissed sienna fur and sagebrush spirit.
Frankie has done very well in her 8-week 24/7 training with her inmate handlers. She is polite and always wants to listen, and she’s playful and carefree too. Frankie loves to love - more amor is her motto. Zoomies are her superpower and she would be in heaven in a yard with space to run and play and then a couch to cuddle up next to her family. Apply for Frankie on our website and we will reach out to schedule a meet up! www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 
Sita's owner and best friend recently moved into a Memory Care facility and she needs a new home. Sita is a 10+ year old Great Pyrenees mix, soft and huggable! She is not as big as a pure bred but she has the same sweet and protective personality. She is gentle, good on a leash and easy to live with. She is comfortable with kids, other dogs, cats, livestock and even free range chickens! If you could give her a safe home for her golden years please call Jim at 505/927-7943.
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