D e s e r t E x p o s u r e 
January
2008
JANUARY
Silver City/Grant County
Vespers in the Eastern Orthodox Tradition — 6 p.m. Vespers for the First Day of the Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ. All-Holy Theotokos Retreat Center, 5202 Hwy. 152, Santa Clara. 537-4839, theotokos@zianet.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
10 Questions for the Dalai Lama — Through Jan. 3. How do you reconcile a commitment to non-violence when faced with violence? Why do the poor often seem happier than the rich? Must a society lose its traditions in order to move into the future? These are some of the questions posed to His Holiness the Dalai Lama by filmmaker and explorer Rick Ray. $6, $5 seniors/students, $4 members/children, Wednesday $4. 7:30 p.m. nightly, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287, www.fountaintheatre.org
Silver City/Grant County
Paradigm Salon — 6 p.m. Screening of Fastwalkers (NORAD code for UFOs), a film with testimony by researchers and contactees. Discussion follows. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard. 534-0123, www.paradigmsalon.net
Silver City/Grant County
Steve Reynolds — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
NMSU Aggies Women's Basketball vs. Idaho — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Live Music — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
Silver City/Grant County
Gypsy Feet — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Navajo Code Talkers of World War II — Through Jan 26. 5-7 p.m. Opening reception for the largest, most comprehensive exhibition on the Navajo Code Talkers. Special guest Zonnie Gorman, daughter of the late Dr. Carl Gorman, a Navajo Code Talker, and youngest sister of renowned Navajo artist R.C. Gorman, will be welcomed at the reception. Branigan Cultural Center, 541-2154, museums.las-cruces.org
Near and Far: Images from the Dona Ana Camera Club — Through Jan. 26. Branigan Cultural Center. 541-2155.
The Assassination of Jesse James — Through Jan. 10. Robert Ford, who's idolized Jesse James since childhood, tries hard to join the reforming gang of the Missouri outlaw, but gradually becomes resentful of the bandit leader. $6, $5 seniors/students, $4 members/children, Wednesday $4. 7:30 p.m. nightly, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287, www.fountaintheatre.org
Silver City/Grant County
12th Night Dance With Bayou Seco — $6. 7:30-10:30 p.m. A benefit for the Silver Nights Concert series. See story in Tumbleweeds section. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall, 3845 N. Swan St. 534-0298, bayouseco@aol.com
Live Music — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Vespers in the Eastern Orthodox Tradition — 5 p.m. Sunday before the Nativity of Christ. All-Holy Theotokos Retreat Center, 5202 Hwy. 152, Santa Clara. 537-4839, theotokos@zianet.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
12 Steps to Health — Through Feb. 9. $12, $7. 10 a.m.-12 noon. "Your Child's Health." Health classes at Mountain View Market, provided by Infinite Insights. Designed to empower individuals to take charge of their health and well-being by teaching important skills and information about living in tune with nature, body, mind and spirit. Mountain View Market, 1300 El Paseo, Suite M, 523-0436.
Mario Mattelli — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
Milwaukee, Minnesota — $4, free for Mesilla Valley Film Society members. 1:30 p.m. Albert is mentally challenged but has a unique gift: He can "hear" the fish talking below the ice. This has made him a champion ice fisher, and throughout the years, he has won every contest he ever entered and thus has a little fortune hidden away in prize money. Money that some people would do anything to get their hands on. When his overprotective and dominating mother is killed in a hit-and-run accident, some new people suddenly show Albert much kindness. The grafter, Tuey, and her hypochondriac brother, Stan, are moving in on Albert, as is the traveling salesman, Jerry, who pretends to be Albert's long-lost father. Troy Garity portrays Albert with the strength and gentleness that is needed for the role and the film also boasts strong supporting acting by veterans Randy Quaid and Bruce Dern. Rated R. CineMatinee. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287/522-0286.
Navajo Code Talkers of World War II — 10 a.m. Zonnie Gorman, daughter of the late Dr. Carl Gorman, a Navajo Code Talker, and youngest sister of renowned Navajo artist R.C. Gorman, will present a lecture, "Growing Up with Heroes — The Navajo Code Talkers of World War II, A Daughter's Journey." Branigan Cultural Center, Shannon Gallery. 541-2154, museums.las-cruces.org
New Telescope Owner's Clinic — 3-5 p.m. Learn how to use your telescope. Knowledgeable volunteers will assist attendees with set-up, operation and maintenance of their telescopes. Dress warmly, hang around as it gets dark and partake of an open observing session and do some actual stargazing. (Jan. 12 back-up date in case of inclement weather.) Veterans Park (on Roadrunner Pkwy.). Astronomical Society of Las Cruces. 522-1456, nils_a@comcast.net, aslc-nm.org
NMSU Aggies Men's Basketball vs. Fresno State — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
NMSU Aggies Women's Basketball vs. Utah Valley — 2 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Saturday Science — Through Jan. 26. 11 a.m. "Earth Science and Geology." The Saturday Science series is geared to bring elementary-school children an experience of fun and learning. Go beyond your textbooks in this hands-on class. Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
Silver City/Grant County
Vespers in the Eastern Orthodox Tradition — 7 p.m. All-Holy Theotokos Retreat Center, 5202 Hwy. 152, Santa Clara. 537-4839, theotokos@zianet.com
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Las Cruces/Mesilla
Branigan Friends' Book Review — 1:30 p.m. Author Joan Jensen will offer insights into three of her own historical works about American frontier women. Refreshments. Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. sschmugge@aol.com
Angel Card Readings — $10. 1-3 p.m. With Sharon Gaskill. Funky Karma, 207 Avenida de Mesilla, 635-2275.
Harvest Cooking Class — $20. 2-4 p.m. Learn easy ways to prepare foods grown and harvested in New Mexico, with chef Carol Koenig. Pre-registration required. Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, 522-4100.
NMSU Aggies Swimming & Diving Team vs. Texas Permian Basin & Grand Canyon — 2 p.m. NMSU Natatorium. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Sweetheart Days — Farmers and crafts market. Local and in-state growers sell produce in season as well as honey, herbs, baked goods, spices, salsa, chile ristras and landscape plants. Crafters from Dona Ana County sell a variety of handcrafted items including jewelry, woodwork, candles, pottery, fine art, needlework, furniture, leather works, clothing, birdhouses, knives, photography and gourds. Downtown Mall. 541-2288.
Truth or Consequences
Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway Public Input Meeting — 12-1:30 p.m. The Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway was established in 1996, and officially recognized as a Scenic Byway in 2005. The purpose of this meeting is to invite public input, particularly from those living or owning businesses along the route. Lunch will be served. 740-6078, aspenni@myway.com, www.geronimotrail.com
Silver City/Grant County
Paradigm Salon — 6 p.m. Screening of The Secret, a film by Robert and Ryan Woods on leaked government documents and the forensic evidence proving a government cover-up regarding UFOs and the first crash in Missouri, in 1941. Discussion follows. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard. 534-0123, www.paradigmsalon.net
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Metro State College — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Metro State College — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
Annual Chili Competition — 6 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Dan Lambert — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
NMSU Aggies Women's Basketball vs. Boise State — 7:05 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Winter Lecture Series — 7 p.m. "El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro and the Butterfield Overland Mail." Presentation by Dr. George Torok, a historian, author and television host. Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, 522-4100.
Silver City/Grant County
Terri Hendrix — $15, $20. 7:30 p.m. In the 10 years since she self-released her debut CD, Terri Hendrix has bloomed from the Texas hill country's best-kept secret into one of the folk world's most original voices. MRAC Folk Series at the Opera House in Pinos Altos. 538-2505. www.mimbresarts.org
Live Music — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Before the Devil Knows You're Dead — Through Jan. 17. When two brothers organize the robbery of their parents' jewelry store, the job goes horribly wrong, triggering a series of events that sends them, their father and one brother's wife hurtling towards a shattering climax. $6, $5 seniors/students, $4 members/children, Wednesday $4. 7:30 p.m. nightly, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287, www.fountaintheatre.org
One-Act Plays — Through Jan. 20. $5, free to season-ticket holders. An evening of family-oriented short plays: The Ghost of Moonlit Cove, written by Debra Boyd and directed by Mark Niclas; Sisyphus Waiting, written and directed by Harley Swink; The Philadelphia, written by David Ives and directed by Saundra Bouchie; Madam President, written by Wallace Acton and directed by Deane Bailey; and Who's on First, written by Harry Gilles and directed by Les Boyse. Both Debra Boyd and Harley Swink are local playwrights. Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Las Cruces Community Theater, Downtown Mall, 523-1200, lcctnm.org
Tea Tasting — Also Jan. 12. $15. 2-4 p.m. Escape the winter chill with a tea tasting. Sample green and black teas that have been fortified with super fruits, such as blueberry, pomegranate and others. Learn tips for brewing tea. Each of four teas will be paired with a flavorful treat. Reservations required. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, 524-1886/525-2782.
Silver City/Grant County
Gourmet Chocolate-Making Class — 9 a.m.-3 p.m. World-renowned chocolatier Kerry Beal will teach genache making, chocolate tempering, bonbon molding and snobinette cup technique. The workshop is free for anyone making chocolates for the Chocolate Fantasia event or $50 for all others. Curious Kumquat, 534-0337.
Poetry Slam—7 p.m. Open mic at 6:30 p.m. Featuring John Survivor Blake. See story in this issue. Javalina’s, 208 Bullard St. www.myspace.com/youthslam.
Nutcracker Ballet—2 and 7 p.m. $5 adults, $3 11 and under, seniors. Conservatory of Dance presentation. WNMU Fine Arts Center Theatre. 538-5865 / 534-4324, ConvsDance@aol.com.
Rhythm Mystic — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Vespers in the Eastern Orthodox Tradition — 5 p.m. All-Holy Theotokos Retreat Center, 5202 Highway 152, Santa Clara. 537-4839, theotokos@zianet.com
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Colorado Christian University — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Colorado Christian University — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
"POPS" Motown Magic — Also Jan. 13. Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 3 p.m. Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra. Music of The Temptations, The Miracles, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Jackie Wilson and Marvin Gaye. NMSU Music Center Recital Hall. 646-3709.
12 Steps to Health — $12, $7. 10 a.m.-12 noon. "Environmental Health." Mountain View Market, 1300 El Paseo, Suite M, 523-0436.
Las Cruces Farmers & Crafts Market "Cold Chile Days" — Farmers and Crafts Market. Farmers and crafts market. Local and in-state growers sell produce in season as well as honey, herbs, baked goods, spices, salsa, chile ristras and landscape plants. Crafters from Dona Ana County sell a variety of handcrafted items including jewelry, woodwork, candles, pottery, fine art, needlework, furniture, leather works, clothing, birdhouses, knives, photography and gourds. Downtown Mall. 541-2288.
NMSU Aggies Women's Basketball vs. Utah State — 7:05 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
One-Act Plays — Through Jan. 20. See. Jan. 11. $5, free to season ticket holders. 8 p.m. Las Cruces Community Theater, 523-1200, lcctnm.org
Qigong Demonstration — 1-2 p.m. With Crystal Klein. Qigong is an ancient Chinese system of gentle movement designed to increase vitality and longevity. Funky Karma, 207 Avenida de Mesilla, 635-2275.
Saturday Science — Through Jan. 26. See Jan 5. 11 a.m. "Earth Science and Geology." Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
Sky Safari — 7 p.m. View the night sky at La Llorona Park, with high-powered telescopes and expert guidance provided by the NMSU Astronomy Department. Museum of Natural History, 522-3120.
Soulshine — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
Tea Tasting — See Jan. 11. $15. 2-4 p.m. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, 524-1886/525-2782.
The Hired Hand — $4, free for Mesilla Valley Film Society members. 1:30 p.m. Peter Fonda's powerful directorial debut from 1971, made in New Mexico, has been resurrected, restored and at last given a proper release. It tells a simple, almost fable-like story set in the late 1800s. Harry Collings (Fonda) and Arch Harris (Warren Oates) are headed west with the young, innocent Dan (Robert Pratt). Arch and Dan are excited about their plans to make it all the way to California. Then Harry reveals his own plan: to return home to the wife, Hannah (Verna Bloom), he abandoned seven years earlier and possibly make amends. Rated R. CineMatinee. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287/522-0286.
Volksmarch Fitness Walking — Through Jan. 13. 8-11 a.m. Easy trail follows city sidewalks through neighborhoods near a hospital, NMSU, two malls and a bike path. Moderate inclines. Suitable for strollers. Meet at Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces. 525-3990.
Deming
Roughstring — $6. 2 p.m. Harmony that will leave you smilin'. Group is from the Bootheel section of New Mexico. Deming Performing Arts Theater. Morgan Hall, 109 E Pine St.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
"POPS" Motown Magic — See Jan. 12. 3 p.m. Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra. NMSU Music Center Recital Hall. 646-3709.
One-Act Plays — Through Jan. 20. See. Jan. 11. $5, free to season ticket holders. 2 p.m. Las Cruces Community Theater, 523-1200, lcctnm.org
Silver City/Grant County
Women's Lives Book Club — 6-7:30 p.m. Public Library, 515 W. College Ave., 538-3672/313-0284/(602) 430-6924.
Widowed Persons Meeting — $10. 11 a.m. Jim Helgert will speak about his trip aboard the USS Stennis. Lunch included. WNMU Cafeteria. 388-1072.
Silver City/Grant County
Paradigm Salon — 6 p.m. Screening of Jim Marrs' The Secret of Red Gate, a small town's experience of strange events. Discussion follows. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard. 534-0123, www.paradigmsalon.net
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Cooking with Class — $30. 6-8 p.m. Ready for light and healthy cooking for the New Year? Geetha Pai is the chef, preparing foods of East India for the body, the soul and mind. Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, 522-4100.
Magic As Ever — 7 p.m. All-new show by the 2008 World Tour Harlem Globetrotters. Pan American Center, 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Nano What? Innovative Science for the 21st Century — 7 p.m. Lecture by Dr. Boris Kiefer, physics professor at NMSU. Branigan Cultural Center. 522-3120, 541-2155.
New Mexico History Class — Through March 18. Tuesdays. $30. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Dr. Jo Tice Bloom, an accomplished historian and popular speaker, will teach this series of classes tracing the history of New Mexico from its beginnings to the present. Limited enrollment, pre-registration required. Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, 522-4100.
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Silver City/Grant County
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Colorado State University-Pueblo — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Colorado State University-Pueblo — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
BBR Band — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park Annual Meeting — 6:30 p.m. Presentation of the organization's accomplishments and successes of 2007 and plans for the upcoming year. Elections of new board members, silent auction to benefit the park's education programs. NMSU Wooton Hall, Knox and Frenger Streets. 524-3334, www.cdnp.org
Silver City/Grant County
Red Paint Powwow and Indian Market — Through Jan. 20. Grand entries, gourd dancers, drums, vendors. Opens on Friday 9 a.m. with Indian Market and performers. Saturday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Indian Market, gourd dancing, grand entries. Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Indian Market, gourd dancing, grand entry, award and closing. $7, $5/person/day. Sponsored by Red Paint Intertribal Council. Western New Mexico University. 534-1379.
Gila Native Plant Society — 7 p.m. Dr. Richard Spellenberg will present "Charles Wright and the Native Plant Society of New Mexico." Refreshments to follow program. WNMU Harlan Hall 110.
Greg & Charlie — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always, Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. $10, $9 seniors. Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m., Sundays 2:30 p.m., Thursdays 7 p.m. Musical based on a true story about the friendship between famous singer Patsy Cline and her friend Louise Seger, filled with Patsy Cline song favorites. The play stars well-known local performers Janet Mazdra and Rachel Space. No Strings Theatre Company. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Lars and the Real Girl — Through Jan. 24. A delusional young guy strikes up an unconventional relationship with a doll he finds on the Internet. $6, $5 seniors/students, $4 members/children, Wednesday $4. 7:30 p.m. nightly, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287, www.fountaintheatre.org
One-Act Plays — Through Jan. 20. See. Jan. 11. $5, free to season ticket holders. 8 p.m. Las Cruces Community Theater, 523-1200, lcctnm.org
Silver City/Grant County
Red Paint Powwow and Indian Market — Through Jan 20. See Jan. 18. 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Indian Market, gourd dancing, grand entries. $7, $5/person/day. Red Paint Intertribal Council. Western New Mexico University. 534-1379.
Edie & the Silver Blue Roots — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Vespers in the Eastern Orthodox Tradition — 5 p.m. All-Holy Theotokos Retreat Center, 5202 Highway 152, Santa Clara. 537-4839, theotokos@zianet.com
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Adam State College — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Adam State College — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
16th Annual Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally — Through Jan. 20. 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. More than 90 unique and colorful balloons fill the skies over the Mesilla Valley. Mass ascension 7:30 a.m. Balloon glow 5:30-8 p.m. Brown Farm Field. 526-7528, 528-2517, www.mvbr.com
12 Steps to Health — $12, $7. 10 a.m.-12 noon. "Kinesiology Basics." Mountain View Market, 1300 El Paseo, Suite M, 523-0436.
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Dukatt'71 Tye-Dye Explosion — 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Funky Karma, 207 Avenida de Mesilla, 635-2275.
NMSU Aggies Men's Basketball vs. Louisiana Tech — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
One-Act Plays — Through Jan. 20. See. Jan. 11. $5, free to season ticket holders. 8 p.m. Las Cruces Community Theater, 523-1200, lcctnm.org
Pleasantville — $4, free for Mesilla Valley Film Society members. 1:30 p.m. Gary Ross made his directorial debut with this 1998 comedy. The cheerful 1950s TV sitcom "Pleasantville" is revived in the 1990s for a loyal cable audience. One devoted fan is shy suburban teen David Wagner, who has an almost obsessive interest in the series. Living with his divorced mother, David sometimes has disputes with his ultra-hip twin sister Jennifer. She wants to watch MTV just when a "Pleasantville" marathon is about to begin. They struggle over the remote control, and it breaks. A strange TV repairman supplies their new remote, a potent high-tech device that zaps David and Jennifer inside Pleasantville. As "Bud" and "Mary Sue," the teens take up residence in a black-and-white suburbia where sex does not exist and the temperature is always 72 degrees. But repressed desires surface, cracks appear in the 1950s lifestyles, and the Pleasantville populace finds their lives changing in strange, wonderful ways. Nominated for three Academy Awards. CineMatinee. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287/522-0286.
Pruning Trees and Shrubs — $7.50, free to members. 2 p.m. Learn the latest information for pruning blooming shrubs and trees. This workshop will demonstrate pruning cuts, show how to decide what to prune, and answer questions about tree and shrub care. Reservations required. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, 524-1886/525-2782.
Saturday Science — Through Jan. 26. See Jan 5. 11 a.m. "Earth Science and Geology." Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
The Jamburglars — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
True Whispers — 10 a.m. The PBS documentary, "True Whispers: The Story of the Navajo Code Talkers," will be screened. The thought-provoking documentary explores the complex story of the Code Talkers from the Navajo point of view and reveals the pivotal role they played in helping US forces win the Pacific Theater during World War II. Branigan Cultural Center, 541-2154, museums.las-cruces.org
Silver City/Grant County
Red Paint Powwow and Indian Market — See Jan. 18. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Indian Market, gourd dancing, grand entry, award and closing. $7, $5/person/day. Red Paint Intertribal Council. Western New Mexico University. 534-1379.
Vanaja — 4 p.m. This coming-of-age film is set in southern India where caste is everything. Fourteen-year-old Vanaja wants to become a classical dancer, but her caste by birth wouldn't normally allow this. Upon taking a job with a local landlady, Vanaja persuades the woman to give her dance lessons. It is rare for a student film to get commercial distribution nationally, yet this one has done so. Made as part of the director's master thesis at Columbia University, it's been dazzling audiences since it release in late August. The cast are nonprofessionals who trained in an acting workshop. WNMU-Silver City International Film Society. Real West Cinema II, Hwy. 180 E. 538-5659, www.silverfilm.org
Las Cruces/Mesilla
16th Annual Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally — See Jan. 19. 7:30 a.m. mass ascension in two waves. Brown Farm Field. 526-7528, 528-2517, www.mvbr.com
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 2:30 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Glass on Glass Mosaics — 1:30 p.m. Las Cruces Arts Association presents artist Pat Lawrence at its monthly meeting. Lawrence teaches stained-glass technique at the Munson Senior Center. Her art is influenced by her work as a watercolor artist. Dresp Room, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library.
One-Act Plays — See. Jan. 11. $5, free to season ticket holders. 2 p.m. Las Cruces Community Theater, 523-1200, lcctnm.org
Monday 21: Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
No events listed.
Silver City/Grant County
Harry James Orchestra — $15 or membership. 7:30 p.m. Enjoy the Big Band sound of the Harry James Orchestra, now under the direction of Harry James' lead trumpet virtuoso, Fred Radke. He continues the tradition of mellow arrangements and fine rhythmic playing that made the Harry James band famous. Grant County Community Concert Association. WNMU Fine Arts Theater. 388-2004. www.gcconcerts.org
Silver City/Grant County
Paradigm Salon — 6 p.m. 2006 conference keynote by Paul Hellyer, former Defense Minister of Canada, on the government cover-up of UFOs. Discussion follows. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard. 534-0123, www.paradigmsalon.net
Silver City/Grant County
Sign-up Social — 5-6:30 p.m. Presentations, refreshments, sign-ups for Western Institute for Lifelong Learning. Classes posted Jan. 10. WNMU Graham Hall. 538-6835, www.will-learning.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 7 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Bayou Seco — 8 p.m. See story in Tumbleweeds section. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
Calling All Teachers — 4-5:30 p.m. Have you ever wondered what your students will see on a visit to the museum? Come find out during this tour and reception designed especially for educators. Demonstrations, food and fun. Registration required. Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, 522-4100, leslie.bergloff@state.nm.us
NMSU Aggies Men's Basketball vs. Nevada — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Science Cafe — 5:30 p.m. Got questions? Ask them here. A monthly roundtable discussion. Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
The Comedy of Errors — Through Jan. 26. $2, $5, $7. Thursday 9:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m. Evening shows include coffee and dessert. Mayfield High School Theatre Department. MHS Cafeteria Theatre. 527-9415, mmunoz@lcps.k12.nm.us
Silver City/Grant County
Go Organic Short Films — $5. 7 p.m. You are what you eat — so you'd better start paying attention to what exactly that is. The Silver City Food Coop brings you a group of films that provide a refreshing education on the current state of agriculture. Six short films by seven directors. Ladies of the Land, a film about the wave of women farmers leading an agriculture revolution, won an Oscar for Best Student Documentary. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard St.
Jean Chandanais Bohlender — 5-6:30 p.m. Opening reception for the artist at the MRAC gallery. See story in Arts Exposure section. Wells Fargo Bank building, Pope St. 538-2505. www.jeanbohlender.com
Low-Bid Quartet — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Silver Nights Concert Series — $10, 7:30 p.m. Jane Voss and Hoyle Osborne performing folk, blues, original songs and ragtime piano. 534-0298, www.janevoss.net
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Lust, Caution — Through Jan. 31. An espionage thriller set in WWII-era Shanghai, in which a young woman, Wang Jiazhi, gets swept up in a dangerous game of emotional intrigue with a powerful political figure, Mr. Yee. $6, $5 seniors/students, $4 members/children, Wednesday $4. 7:30 p.m. nightly, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287, www.fountaintheatre.org
Pattern Wizardry — Through May 11. 8 p.m. Opening reception. This exhibit encourages children's inquiry into how patterns organize and enrich their lives. With playful open-ended activities focusing on spiral, branch, tessellation and linear patterns, Pattern Wizardry incorporates a range of beautiful and evocative collections, objects that underscore the links between the cultural and scientific context of patterns. Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
The Comedy of Errors — Through Jan. 26. See Jan 24. $5, $7. 7:30 p.m. Includes coffee and dessert. MHS Cafeteria Theatre. 527.9415, mmunoz@lcps.k12.nm.us
Deming
Grand Ol' Opry-Deming Style — Also Jan. 26. $6. 7 p.m. Interpretations of well-known country stars, past and present, such as Roger Miller, Merle Haggard and more, by the Deming Performing Arts Theater. Morgan Hall, 109 E Pine St.
Silver City/Grant County
Second Annual Mining District Fine Arts Exhibit/Sale & Auction — 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Casa de la Cultura en Santa Clara. 100 N. Prescott. 538-6526/307-6678, metrillo2002@yahoo.com
Rigid Heddle Weaving Class — 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Renowned fiber artist Tina Salmon will instruct. Participants will go home with a scarf. Presented by the Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective. Register at The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, or call 538-5733. www.fiberartscollective.org
Rhythm Mystic — 7 p.m. Twisted Vine, 108 E. Broadway, 388-2828.
Poetry Slam—7 p.m. Open mic at 6:30 p.m. See story in this issue. Javalina’s, 208 Bullard St. www.myspace.com/ youthslam.
Solar Oven Workshop — 12-2 p.m. See story in Body, Mind & Spirit section. 806 W. Market St. 534-0123, jean7eisenhower@peacemail.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
12 Steps to Health — $12, $7. 10 a.m.-12 noon. "Mastery of the Mind." Mountain View Market, 1300 El Paseo, Suite M, 523-0436.
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Animal Encounters — 4 p.m. Nature Center Staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions about the animals and will also have Nature Center residents on hand for your first snake experience or turtle adventure. Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
Beautiful Boots — $25. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Transform a cowboy boot into a unique and useable purse. All materials provided. For ages 15 to adult. Pre-registration required. Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road, 522-4100.
NMSU Aggies Men's Basketball vs. Utah State — 4 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Rose Pruning — $7.50, free to members. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. This workshop will demonstrate pruning cuts, show how to decide what to prune, and answer questions about rose care. Reservations required. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla. 524-1886/525-2782.
Saturday Science — See Jan 5. 11 a.m. "Earth Science and Geology." Museum of Natural History, Mesilla Valley Mall, 522-3120.
Tarot Readings — $20. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. With LaRissa. Funky Karma, 207 Avenida de Mesilla, 635-2275.
The Comedy of Errors — See Jan 24. $5, $7. 7:30 p.m. Includes coffee and dessert. MHS Cafeteria Theatre. 527.9415, mmunoz@lcps.k12.nm.us
Two-Lane Blacktop — $4, free for Mesilla Valley Film Society members. 1:30 p.m. Decidedly not for all tastes, this is a sometimes puzzling film that may not reveal all its intricacies on first viewing, but Warren Oates' superb performance provides the incentive (and all the reward) you'll need to stick it out to the end. James Taylor is The Driver, a car-obsessed racer with stringy hair and a concentration that precludes conversation. He travels the back roads of rural America with his buddy, The Mechanic (Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys), an equally obsessed lost soul at home only in the car or under the hood. They have no names, only designations, and no life outside of their gypsy existence, riding the unending highway in their souped-up 1955 Chevy from race to race. After picking up a hitchhiking Girl (Laurie Bird), whose presence breaks the tunnel-vision focus of the two men, they challenge a middle-aged hotshot, the garrulous "GTO" (Oates) to a cross-country race. Rated R, partially shot in New Mexico. CineMatinee. Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, 524-8287/522-0286.
Zia's Soul — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
Columbus
Deming Writing Club Anniversary Celebration — Potluck and social get-together. Art on the Western Edge Gallery, Windwalker Guest Ranch B&B, Hwy. 11 north, mile marker 7, 642-3641,www.awe-88029.com
Deming
Grand Ol' Opry-Deming Style — See Jan. 25. $6. 2 p.m., 7 p.m.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 2:30 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
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Las Cruces/Mesilla
Davide Cabassi — $25 adults, $10 students. 7:30 p.m. A 2005 Van Cliburn Competition finalist, Davide Cabassi made his orchestral debut at the age of 13 with Rai Symphony Orchestra in Milan. Since then, he has played rousing concerts in Austria, China, France, Germany, Japan, Portugal, Russia, Scandinavia and Switzerland, highlighted by appearances in Salzburg's Mozarteum, the Gasteig in Munich and Rachmaninoff Hall in Moscow. He is prominently featured in the current documentary, "In the Heart of Music." Las Cruces Civic Concert Association. Oñate High School. 521-4051.
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Silver City/Grant County
Greg Brown — $20 members, $25 non-members, $25 at the door. Also Feb. 1. Local favorite funky, gritty singer songwriter. Special performance at the Opera House in Pinos Altos. MRAC. 538-2505. www.mimbresarts.org
Paradigm Salon — 6 p.m. Film (TBD) on extra-dimensional subjects. Discussion follows. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard. 534-0123, www.paradigmsalon.net
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 7 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Deming Fusiliers — 8 p.m. High Desert Brewing Co., 1201 W. Hadley Ave., 525-6752.
NMSU Aggies Women's Basketball vs. Hawaii — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
FEBRUARY
Silver City/Grant County
Greg Brown — $20 members, $25 non-members, $25 at the door. See Jan. 31. Special performance at the Opera House in Pinos Altos. MRAC. 538-2505. www.mimbresarts.org
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Opening Reception — 5-7 p.m. Art inspired by Patsy Cline songs, on display in the gallery in the Black Box Theatre lobby. 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
TEXTile Messaging — 5-7 p.m. Opening reception for an art quilt exhibition running through March 1 at the Branigan Cultural Center.
Home Energy Efficiency and Grid-Tied Solar Electricity — 6 p.m. Southwest Energy Alliance new quarterly speaker series. Talk by Mark Westbrock of Positive Energy, Inc. Southwest Environmental Center, 275 N. Downtown Mall, 635-9582.
Silver City/Grant County
3rd Annual Peak Oil and Climate Change Conference — 9:15 a.m.-8 p.m. See story and complete schedule in Tumbleweeds section. Silco Theatre, 311 N. Bullard St. 538-8078 / 538-5892, www.gilaresources.info.
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Western State College — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Western State College — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
12 Steps to Health — $12, $7. 10 a.m.-12 noon. "Energy Systems." Mountain View Market, 1300 El Paseo, Suite M, 523-0436.
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
NMSU Aggies Women's Basketball vs. San Jose State — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Columbus
How to Get Published, How to Get Paid — Writing class offered by Larry Miller, focusing on Internet opportunities for freelance writers and photographers. Windwalker Guest Ranch B&B, Hwy. 11 north, mile marker 7, 642-3641,www.awe-88029.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 2:30 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
NMSU Aggies Women's Tennis vs. UNM — 7 p.m. NMSU Tennis Courts. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
NMSU Aggies Men's Basketball vs. Idaho — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
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New Mexico Presidential Caucus/Primary
No events listed.
Silver City/Grant County
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Fort Lewis College — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Fort Lewis College — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 7 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Orchid Ensemble — $10, $12.50. Part of the 2007-2008 Cultural Series. The Orchid Ensemble blends ancient musical instruments and traditions from China and beyond, creating a beautiful new sound that is both creative and distinct, ranging from the traditional and contemporary music of China, World Music and New Music to jazz and creative improvisation. NMSU Music Center Recital Hall. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
NMSU Aggies Swimming & Diving Team vs. Texas Permian Basin and Grand Canyon — 2 p.m. NMSU Natatorium. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Silver City/Grant County
Navigating Cultural Differences — Participants learn practical tools to increase their effectiveness as service providers in a multicultural work environment. Presenter Susana Rinderle. Wellness Coalition, 1311 N. Grant St., 534-0665, ext. 815, events@wellnesscoalition.org
San Vicente Artists — 5-7 p.m. Opening reception for the artists in the Teleperformance lobby gallery. Hwy. 180 E.
Las Cruces/Mesilla
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
NMSU Aggies Men's Tennis vs. Utah State — 10 a.m. NMSU Tennis Courts. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
NMSU Aggies Women's Tennis vs. Utah State — 9 a.m. NMSU Tennis Courts. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Silver City/Grant County
Chocolate Fantasia — $20. 12-4 p.m. Stroll galleries and shops while sampling gourmet chocolate creations made by local chocolatiers. Local musicians will perform at many locations. Get 20 handmade pieces of gourmet chocolate per ticket. Advance tickets only, at MRAC office, Gila Hike & Bike, Alotta Gelato, Leyba & Ingalls Arts, 1st New Mexico Bank in Wal-Mart. Reception for top three award winners at Isaac's Bar & Grill immediately following event. Mimbres Region Arts Council. 538-2505, www.mimbresarts.org
Poetry Slam—7 p.m. Open mic at 6:30 p.m. See story in this issue. Javalina’s, 208 Bullard St. www.myspace.com/ youthslam.
Tours at Mule Creek Adobe — 9 a.m. "Adobe Soils and Sites." Mule Creek Adobe, Mule Creek, 535-2973.
WNMU Men's Basketball vs. Mesa State College — 8 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Men's Golf-Cactus Thaw — 8:30 a.m. www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Basketball vs. Mesa State College — 6 p.m. WNMU Field House, www.wnmumustangs.com
WNMU Women's Golf-Cactus Thaw — 8 a.m. www.wnmumustangs.com
Las Cruces/Mesilla
12 Steps to Health — $12, $7. 10 a.m.-12 noon. "Spiritual Health, Spiritual Wealth." Mountain View Market, 1300 El Paseo, Suite M, 523-0436.
Always Patsy Cline — Through Feb. 10. See Jan. 18. $10, $9 seniors. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall, 523-1223, www.no-strings.org
Echoes of the Rio Grande — Through Feb. 10. $5. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Las Colcheras Quilt Show, with workshops, demonstrations, hourly door prizes and more. 526-1094/522-1361, ritah505@comcast.net
For the Love of Art — 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Live music. Old Mesilla Plaza. Exhibit runs through Feb. 29 at various locations throughout town. 541-4353/522-2933.
NMSU Aggies Men's Basketball vs. Boise State — 7 p.m. Pan American Center. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
NMSU Aggies Men's Tennis vs. Northern Arizona — 1:30 p.m. NMSU Tennis Courts. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
NMSU Aggies Women's Tennis vs. Northern Arizona — 9 a.m. NMSU Tennis Courts. 646-1420/532-2060/(915) 544-8444.
Nostalgia Winter Antique Show — Through Feb. 10. St. Genevieve's Church. 526-8624.
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