Just a bit of a holiday concert
Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
International Peace
Holiday treasures…more than shopping
Thursday, December 6th, 2007
Yesterday while driving in the twilight I saw a few men carrying a big Chanuekah inflatable sign down the road. Yes the holidays (holy days) are starting. I am glad that we still have freedom of religion in the United States. Listening to world news, I sometimes forget all the countries that DO NOT have freedom of religion, or many human rights either.
If you want more information on the celebration of Jewish holidays in New Mexico, you can start by visiting www.chabadsantafe.com
Below is an article that I copied from that site.
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Lighting Souls
A Chanukah Insight
By Elana Mizrahi
I was sitting on a park bench talking with another mother as we watched our toddlers’ play. The two boys were enjoying each other’s company, and so were we. The other mother turned to me and said, “My son is so difficult. I have a really difficult child.” I know this mother and I know her son. I don’t see her everyday and we share no living spaces together, but I’ve spoken with her frequently.
“The situation is difficult, the age is difficult. Your child isn’t difficult.”"Hmmmm,” I sighed. “You really think that?” My heart weighed heavy in my chest. I’m sure every mother, at one time or another, has these thoughts. What is so sad is that we do this over healthy, “normal” children who do what healthy, normal children do - cry and throw tantrums and act defiantly. I wanted to empathize with her, I wanted to be tactful, but I also wanted to express my disagreement with her. “I know it’s difficult, but the situation is difficult, the age is difficult. Your child isn’t difficult.” I held my breath not knowing how she would respond.
“You mean your son throws tantrums too?”
“Almost every day,” I smiled.
I’ve recently started attending a parenting class, and in the past three weeks, I’ve noticed incredible differences in my son’s behavior and in our relationship. While I give much credit to the strategies I’m learning, the one point I’ve learned most is that I’m not alone! Everyone has difficult moments. I’m not a failure as a mother if my son misbehaves, and he’s also not a failure when he misbehaves. He’s just a child and I’m just a parent. With this in mind, my whole attitude has changed. I find myself more patient and able to take things in stride. He mirrors my behavior and cooperates with joy. Instead of feeling relief when he falls asleep at night, I feel fulfillment for the beautiful day we spent together.
A great man in history, Noah lived in a generation where the population rebelled against G‑d. He was given a task to influence the people to change their ways, but couldn’t. Noah prophesized the flood, warning the people of their doom. No one listened.
One explanation given is that the reason behind his failure was in his tactic. He told the people that they were doomed, and the people fulfilled these words, living up to his expectations. Perhaps, if instead of telling the people of their wickedness, he would have told them of their great potential, his words would have brought about a positive change, instead of their self-destruction. I was once told, “Never tell your children that they are going to fall, because they will. Instead tell them, ‘Careful, you could fall.’” Our words, just as much as our actions, have the power to make things happen.
When the High Priest would light the menorah, he had to place the fire by the wick until it was alight on its own. He didn’t just light it and step back to see if the flame would catch, but made sure it would light. During Chanukah, we do the same. We stay with the wick until we see that it ignites and then we step back holding the candle that lit the flame. Not only that, but on Chanukah, we’re required to provide enough oil or wax for the candle to burn for at least a half an hour, the flames have to be in a straight line, and no two flames can touch.
We imagine ourselves lighting our child’s soulIn Jewish literature, the soul is often referred to as a candle. When my husband and I light the menorah, we imagine ourselves lighting our child’s soul. The measurements are difficult. First there needs to be sufficient oil or wax to feed the flame. If we don’t encourage our children, and give them enough physical and spiritual nourishment, even if lit, their wicks will quickly burn out. Secondly, we need to stay with the wick, making sure it catches, but once it does catch, we need to stand back. This is comparable to giving our children space to stand on their own and illuminate the world with their light, not ours. Lastly, too much fire is dangerous. If we pour oil on the actual flame with our negative prophesies, the fire will rage and burn uncontrollably.
Every night after we light the menorah, we stay with the flickering flames for at least a half hour and sing and dance by its light. I whisper petitions to G‑d by the Menorah’s glowing light, praying for my family, asking Him to guide me as a mother and illuminate me with the wisdom I so need to be a good mommy.
It’s hard to be a parent. It’s more than a profession or occupation; it’s all-encompassing and never-ending, but it’s easier to find the goodness when you see it through joyous eyes. You also have more chance for positive results when you predict positive outcomes. The foundation of the self-esteem and self-confidence of our children lies in our hands. If we perceive them as good and beautiful beings, then we are giving them the basis to, not only believe in themselves, but to fulfill these constructive prophesies of goodness.
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There were other articles and links there too. There’s also information about Chabad Alburquerque too.
I start here about holiday treasures, because sometimes the traditions and personal celebrations are where people connect with one another, where hearts open, and for some even a desire for peace is born. Jesus from the start was called the king of peace. He started no wars, and if we take time to remember: Jesus was born as a Hebrew child. He brought healing for us all.
Many traditions have a winter celebration, a celebration of lights and births. In my youth I marveled at the stars, the sparkling snow, the crisp air and the quiet rthyms of the earth. The silence, the call to pause between breath and thought. The silent magic. I also loved the warm fires at the skating ponds, the laughter of friends, and our adventures together. At church I always had some part in the celebrations over the years from being an angel, to being Mary (how many times?), to singing in choirs.
I often dreamed about Peace on Earth and longed for that to become an earth reality.
As a woman, I grew to welcome the time of darkeness knowing that here in the void comes inspiration, wonder, creativity, and finally birth and light. In darkness we can move beyond all limits and confinement, we can stretch and grow comfortable within our soul, and rejoice at the miracles expressed in life. In darkness faith flies freely comforting all those that she meets. From this inner world, we emerge renewed to celebrate the light. Bring cedar, drink, song, dance and fire and celebrate!
Traditions most often contain song. Sing. Be glad that we can join together and share song.
The celebrations of light symbolize just the beginning of holy days. More on this later.
Thus we each can start accumulating rituals of wonder as create new experiences too. Wait not for the big celebration: start now creating wonder moments to nourish your spirit daily. Pray, dance, collect photos, notice the gleam in a child’s eye. Create a positive mindset full of gratitude. Visit with God often. Meditate. Bathe. Talk to friend or family member. Tell stoires of old. Have a cup of tea with an elder. Sing at nursing homes. Go to concerts. Read spiritual stories. Our treasures are many, do not hide these gifts that we can freely give away. Make each day holy, and honor all life.
We need miracles today too.
End of Part 1. Be the shining light….
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AL GORE wins again! AL GORE gets the NOBEL PEACE PRIZE
Friday, October 12th, 2007
NM Photos by Mary MacIntyre
The news is already buzzing, and AL GORE will be talked about a lot! I am most glad that his longstanding efforts in environmental issues has been recognized. More and more activists are joining together worldwide to work together to promote reduction in carbon foot prints. We didn’t use those terms in the seventies. Yet many young students of the environment and simply what was going on in our own neighborhoods saw the handwriting on the wall. I helped organize the first Earth Day in my high school. The entire day was devoted to projects students researched about the environment. AN entire day of the school schedule was devoted to this event.
Ironically, soon after, a group of most conservative parents, American Legionaires, and business people picked up the ball and got the Salmon Falls River in NH USA cleaned up! I had left town and gone off to college. The river had been polluted all my life. A few years later I came home to see a big new park, families swimming and fishing. I asked my Dad what happened and he told me the story.
These words are only important now to demonstrate what can happen when people from different views come together! No business man would have listened to me then. However A group of AMerican Legioners dedicated to community work convinced some big factory types to stop dumping in the river. Ditto local towns and their sewerage.
If a few small towns in the early seventies can organize, imagine what is possible now. We have more communication venues, more people, great films, media, and of course: the internet and bloggers! Global warming is no small matter. Doing our personal share will be important and getting the big polluters to change fast is monumental!
Three ways to get their attentiion:
1) Keep your old car, very effective for people without a lot of money. Let auto makers know you want cleaner fuel efficient cars that are AFFORDABLE.
2) Tell the politicians and energy producers no more coal plants, no more nuclear plants. We have enough technolgy to create a massive amount of solar and wind power just to name a few. If you have money and land: create your own small co-operative solar generator and wind plant. Help others get off the matrix!
3)Think big! Fund projects that help save the earth, our eco-systems, and other species. Let me tell you in the earth’s history this disaster is a bleep in time. She doesn’t care if we ruin paradise and lose the human population. God also doesn’t care: Gee, I gave you guys enough to last you a long time and if you do not take stewardship responsibility, then you’ll face the consequences.
What’s really important is the earth is resilant with the correct nuturing. Resources can be pooled together. My 88 yr old Mom says if we can spend billions on a little go nowhere war, then we can spend billions on the earth! And fund health insurance for children. This from a generally conservative woman!
So I say YEAH to the world and Al Gore! The human race is beginning to understand. Politics, local organizations, and actions are needed fast. We have 10 years to make a differnce (less if you are a country with a big seacoast. Ten years of action may give us another 10 years to complete bigger projects. Step by step we can help the earth heal. Don’t let the naysayers stop you. Work hard, play hard, and have fun.
A few interesting links: www.ksfr.org
Diego Radio has a special on-going Tuesday program called: SUstainable Tuesday and he has a lot of famous people that he interviews! www.getyournewstoday.blogspot.com where you can read related articles. www.makinart.herhangout.com
women, you can also create your own free blog, www.podcasrsfreq.com where you can learn and really start making your own podcasts!
NOt so related, and different opinions (FRESS PRESS IS IMPORTANT, as is diversity) www.environmentaltalk.com and just ofr the fun of it: www.lezkeepitreal.com
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Let’s take a look at the upcoming ART events….inc MUSIC
Friday, October 12th, 2007
Photo by Mary MacIntyre, little town in NM. Little towns ROCK!
This is grass roots education! I don’t know if the garden club’s demographic has changed dramatically, they used to be mostly old ladies. I am impressed that they are taking time to consider such heavy environmental information. In fact there could be a great short story here. Imagine the impact if garden clubs across the USA started educating their extended families and networks about global warming! Gardeners unite! Keep those beautiful gardens and public work projects going too! Small town garden club in NH launches national campaign to stop GLOBAL WARMING…. . Also never underestimate the power of elders in politics and community work.
So here in New Mexico I have another famous list of events: Look there are calls for artists etc. too.
weekly supplement to albuquerqueARTS Magazine
October 13-21, 2007
In This Issue
Art Shows
Performances
Music and more performing arts
Workshops, calls for entry and more opportunities
Dia de los Muertos background
Art links
albuquerqueARTS magazine’s home page : www.abqarts.com
Albuquerque’s gallery scene
Arts Alliance - resources for artists and arts organizations
Collectors Guide searchable Calendar
(If you go to ABQ arts, the other links will be active)
Quick Links
Southwest Writers - resources for writers
Albuquerque Music Assn. - resources for musicians
Albuquerque Theatre Guild
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Welcome to undergroundARTS, a weekly newsletter of happenings and opportunities in the arts in the Albuquerque area.
Art Shows
Visual Art Exhibits, Studio Tours, and more visual arts
Mariposa’s Annual Day of the Dead Show
We couldn’t make it to the opening, but stopped by today to check out this show and weren’t disappointed. Some of our favorite artists are participating including Jeff Sipe, Cynthia Cook, and Maria Moya. The image is “Conjunto Calvera” by Jeff Sipe - priced at a very reasonable $350. There are pieces priced higher and lower - and a wide variety of styles and mediums. Cynthia Cook’s “Astral Debris a Da Da” is thought provoking while “Death as a Clown” by Nancy Corrigan will make you smile. This show will be up all month so don’t miss it. While you’re there, check out the work of Jaci Fischer, Fred Yost and Erin Dengler downstairs.
October 5-31, Mon-Sat 11-6, Sun noon-5
Mariposa Gallery
3500 Central SE
(505) 268-6828
mariposa- gallery.com
Wright’s Indian Art 100th Anniversary ceremony Opening Friday, the ceremony includes a silent auction to benefit Institute of American Indian Arts, Artists of Indian America, and Morning Star House. Music by Adrian Wall on flute. Saturday and Sunday will see a this-time-only, outdoor Indian Art Market. The public and dozens of Wright’s fabulous artists will be able to do business directly with each other, as a thank you to all for their loyalty over the past century. There will also be Navajo and Pueblo food, Navajo dances and a Women’s Blessing Dance, fun and festivity.
Opening Reception Friday, Oct. 12, 5-9pm
Wright’s Indian Art
1100 San Mateo NE - Suite 21 lower level
(505) 266-0120
wrightsgallery.co m
Total Confidence, New Life at Donkey Gallery
Total Confidence, New Life features the photography of Mark Geil. Geil has conducted a visual inquiry over the past two years into man-made utopian spaces including Biosphere 2 in Arizona. The show will be up through October 28. He is a native of New Mexico and a current MFA Photography candidate at UNM.
Reception Friday, October 12, 6-9pm
Donkey Gallery
1415 4th St. SW (across from Barelas Coffee House)
(505) 242-7504
donkeygallery.org
Dead Ahead II at OFFCenter
This second artistic exploration of the themes of death and transformation at OFFCenter Arts Studio features and art of Jude Pacheco and community artists interested in Day of the Dead art.
Reception Friday, Oct. 19, 5-9pm
OFFCenter Community Arts Studio
808 Park Avenue SW
(505) 247-1172
offcenterarts.org
Art Beyond Sight at Albuquerque Museum Renowned sculptor, Michael Naranjo, will talk about his life’s work, focusing on The Dancer which is in the museum’s permanent collection, on Sunday, Oct. 21st. The program is in celebration of Art Beyond Sight Awareness Month, an international initiative to promote art and culture by and for people with sight loss. Naranjo of Santa Clara Pueblo lost his sight in Vietnam. Touch tours of the museum’s sculpture garden will follow Naranjo’s talk. Limited space is available so registration is required. Don’t forget that museum admission is free every first Wednesday of the month and every Sunday morning from 9am- 1pm.
Sunday, October 21, 2pm
The Albuquerque Museum
19th and Mountain Road NW
(505) 243-7255
cabq.gov/museu m
Next week we’ll cover the annual Dia de Los Muertos Celebration and Marigold Parade, NHCC’s presentation of internationally-known cut-paper artist Catalina Delgado-Trunk and other artists in it’s annual “Ofrenda Exhibit” of El Dia alters, and the South Broadway Cultural Center’s annual Dia de los Muertos art show. To learn more about Dia de los Muertos and find out to make Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), go to the last section of this newsletter.
Performances
Theater, Dance, Film, Poetry and more performing arts
The Magic Gloves at NHCC
With director Martin Rejtman in person, The Magic Gloves screens at National Hispanic Cultural Center as part of a 3-month regional partnership program. The Disappeared Collaborative Project presents exhibitions, films, lectures, readings, workshops and discussions with artists whose lives have been profoundly affected by political upheavals in Latin America over the last 30 years. For more information go to the website.
Film/Video Saturday, October 13, 5:30pm
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 Fourth St. SW
(505) 246-2261
thedisap pearedsantafe.org
Confessions of a Berlitz-Tape Chicana
Demetria Martinez will hold a lecture and book signing in the Salon Ortega at National Hispanic Cultural Center.
Reception Wednesday, October 17, 6pm
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 Fourth St. SW
(505) 246-2261
nhccnm.org
Jessica Helen Lopez at Hardback Coffee Cafe
This two-time Albuquerque city slam team member is an accomplished poet and performer. An activist, feminist, student and mother, Lopez is actively aware of the world around her while very much rooted in her community. With a voice like silk, she manages to lift poetry to a new level. This is a woman with something to say!
Saturday, October 20, 7pm
Hardback Coffee Cafe
Juan Tabo at Lomas NE
¡SALUD! at the Guild Cinema
A timely examination of human values and the health issues that affect us all, ¡SALUD! looks at the curious case of Cuba, a cash-strapped country with what the BBC calls “one of the world’s best health systems.” From the shores of Africa to the Americas, the film hits the road with some of the 28,000 Cuban health professionals serving in 68 countries, and explores the hearts and minds of international medical students. Dir. Connie Field - 2006 - 93m - video - In English and Spanish with English Subtitles.
Fri-Sat Oct. 19-20, 4, 6 and 8pm
Guild Cinema
3405 Central NE
(505) 255-1848
guildcinema.com
Music and more performing arts
Yuri Yunakov’s Romani Wedding Band
Saxophonist Yuri Yunakov, along with clarinetist Ivo Papsov and accordionist Neshko Neshev (Trakija Band) is regarded as one of the popularizers of the Bulgarian Romani (Gypsy) Wedding music which gained international renown in the 70s. This thrilling music is characterized by virtuosic technique, electrifying improvisation, rapid tempos, daring key changes and eclectic musical literacy.
Performance Thursday, October 18, 7:30pm
Outpost Performance Space
210 Yale SE
(505) 268-0044
outpostspace.org
Rosalie Sorrels comes to the Outpost
Folksinger, songwriter and storyteller legend Rosalie Sorrels has been described as having one of the most wonderful voices in American music, an instrument as mellow and finely aged as an antique viola. If you are into folk music, you know what a treat this will be. If you aren’t - you need to get acquainted with her music. We promise you will be delighted. Listen to a sample on You Tube.
Performance Sunday, October 21, 7:30pm
Outpost Performance Space
210 Yale SE
(505) 268-0044
outpostspace.org
89.9 FM - KUNM - The only station in Albuquerque that regularly plays the kind of music we cover. Plus, they maintain a great arts and culture calendar.
Workshops, calls for entry and more opportunities
A complete listing of auditions and other calls as well as every type of arts event can be referenced at the Arts Alliance website where you can also subscribe to their all new Something to Do Online Newsletter.
www.abqarts.org
Artists - Run for the Zoo wants you!
The NM BioPark Society is looking for original artwork submissions for the 23rd Annual Run for the Zoo. Contest is open to professionals and amateurs of all ages and media. The winner will have their work seen by thousands and showcased on all 2008 Run for the Zoo promotional materials and media. Submission theme should include zoo animals and/or running.
Deadline Friday, Nov. 2, 2007
Details at nmbioparksoc iety.org
Feminist Art Competition and Exhibition
Call for feminist art in all media including digital and video from artists age 18-39 who reside in New Mexico. Works submitted should contain female- centered content or focus on women’s experiences or gender issues. Two winners will receive $500 awards and a solo exhibit at Through the Flower in Belen. Organized by Through the Flower and juried by Judy Chicago.
Deadline December 14, 2007
Details and entry form from info@throughtheflower.org
Dia de los Muertos background
El Dia de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead), a Mexican celebration, is a day to celebrate, remember and prepare special foods in honor of those who have departed. On this day in Mexico, the streets near the cemeteries are filled with decorations of papel picado , flowers, candy calaveras (skeletons and skulls), and parades. In the cities of Mexico and the United States, families build altars in their homes, dedicating them to the dead. They place ofrendas (offerings) of incense and flowers, light candles, play their favorite music and make their favorite food. It is believed that the spirits of the dead visit their families on October 31st and leave on November 2nd. Pan de muertos baked in shapes of skulls and figures is a favorite food for this celebration. You might want to try your hand at making Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead) - recipe below. Or, call a neighborhood bakery such as Golden Crown Panaderia on Mountain Road NW to see when theirs will be available.
Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead)
Ingredients
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup (half a stick) margarine or butter, cut into 8 pieces
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package active dry yeast
1/4 cup very warm water
2 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour, unsifted
1/2 teaspoon anise seed
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons sugar
Bring milk to boil and remove from heat. Stir in margarine or butter, 1/4 cup sugar and salt. In large bowl, mix yeast with warm water until dissolved and let stand 5 minutes. Add the milk mixture. Separate the yolk and white of one egg. Add the yolk to the yeast mixture, but save the white for later. Now add flour to the yeast and egg. Blend well until dough ball is formed. Flour a pastry board or work surface very well and place the dough in center. Knead until smooth. Return to large bowl and cover with dish towel. Let rise in warm place for 90 minutes. Meanwhile, grease a baking sheet and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Knead dough again on floured surface. Now divide the dough into fourths and set one fourth aside. Roll the remaining 3 pieces into “ropes.” On greased baking sheet, pinch 3 rope ends together and braid. Finish by pinching ends together on opposite side. Divide the remaining dough in half and form 2 “bones.” Cross and lay them atop braided loaf. Cover bread with dish towel and let rise for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix anise seed, cinnamon and 2 teaspoons sugar together. In another bowl, beat egg white lightly.
When 30 minutes are up, brush top of bread with egg white and sprinkle with sugar mixture, except on cross bones. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
Makes 8 to 10 servings.
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Support Free Press and the American Constitution!
Thursday, October 11th, 2007This will be a short rant and then I will find some music to listen to: one always needs to find some balance.
Links for diversity among the 451 Press folks: www.iastateuniversity-college.com,
I am playing a little with you here. Have an idea about what each will be about? Click away and see what you think. I listened to Amy Goodman this afternoon, and she was interviewing a guest from Egypt. He had been thrown into jail for an article he wrote questioning the President. He mentioned another man who died in jail because of discussion of gay concerns. Journalists all over the owrld are facing grave danger for reporting what they see or speaking thier minds!
Here at home quiet censorship is rampant. A group of bold writers use the internet and blogs to report on many untold stories. If you show up at the wrong political event, said reporters have also often faced jail time (in the USA).
So be bold and continue to wrtie what you are passionate about and stand up for free press.
While you are at it, review the constitution and stand up for that as well. We are only a free people if we take responsibility to be active in supporting our rights.
Also: start tracking the drumbeat for another war! The democratic candidates might as be the background vocals for King george. Sure George W., you can go and start a war with IRAN. Why not? Add a mess, create subtrefuge. Where are our diplomats? What about working things out before fighting? Peace on Earth? This is a bit absurd: can’t decrease violence at home, or afford health insurance for low income kids at home. But we can help the rest of the world get angrier with us by going on a killing spree oversees. Civilians are maimed and killed. Terrorists seize upon the opportunity to recruit more insurgents. Economies get crushed. What’s the point? VA benefits barely cover our wounded and disabled veterans.
I say roll out the draft and see how long it takes to end wars. What’s the real point anyway?
Music ANYONE?
Ala New Mexico:
We have great local musicians and we also have incredible bands passing through towns. I am always amazed how many new venues I can listen to here around the state of New Mexico.
Also check out the Lensic and Outpost for more listings. Or simply go to www.alibi.com
Well here’s quick good night. Visit some older blogs and have an earful of good tunes.
Beyond 9/11
Thursday, September 13th, 2007
9/11 and today. The first part of this blog will focus on some thoughts I am having on 9/12 6:45 AM. Then I am going to look for some stories. For those who were at 9/11 ground zero, in NYC, USA, and perhaps lost loved ones, contracted lung disease, or had other intimate involvement with the attack: moving on may be only a symbolic series of actions, steps in comphrehending and living with an incredible loss. This is also true for those familieis recovering from the polane crash and experiences and death from at the Pentagon.
Their world will always be connected to, and around that event. However they, and even the little children whose parent(s) are gone will continue their lives. There will be some incredibly profound directions a few will take.
The rest of us, too, can consider the steps to take to go beyond 9/11. In reviewing material earlier this week, I was reminded of the blue light reaching up through the sky.It can be about just that light, a healing light. It represented for some that we would not be defeated or cower in the face of terror. A few people may have embraced it as our resilancy, strength, and a visionary beam joining our present and future. However you interpet the light, it meant a positive resugance of energy for each citizen and our country.
When we look at today and we have passed, it is easy to forget that light. We often are surrounded by troubling news, more death, immense fear, less control. Global warming looms as a huge dilema. Political strife, wars, and massacres are common place. Young girls committ suicide more frequently, up 75%. Fewer bluebirds sing. What has happened to the strong, vibrant caring, of America standing up together, creating light?
In each of us, we have our habitual paths for responding to change. Heros often continue to do heroic actions. Farmers continue to plant crops. Ministers preach. Musicans weave songs into our lives. What do you do? How do you embrace change, suffering, and resurragance of life, light, and energy? Our lives are changing quickly and our individual contributions matter now more than ever.
Make a list of small steps that you can do to make changes in your life. Make another list of small steps that you can do to help your family and community. Make another list of things you can do to help the planet and environment: including clean air, water, and energy. Make your lists positive. Make a big list too. Begin the list.
I am good at lists. I am good at small steps. I am good at helping others choose their healing paths. I also am human, and often forget my path. However I am an incessant dreamer. I can create big dreams and ideas. I know the power of energy focused. I call upon you to also envision big, lustrous, positive dreams. Creat a vision of a planet healing. A planet where humans build strong healthy, prosperous communities. Know that is world is possible. Thanks, we need your help. Your contribution provides a wonderful gift to all.
Bluebirds still sing, as if their life depended on it. Musicians still weave melodies into our lives. Heroes make their stand. Farmers gather their crops. Fill in the blank about your life in this weaving. List your contributions. Be glad, for still are full of life!
Seeking stories for….our celebrations….
Thursday, September 13th, 2007
Here’s a chorus of irises beaming light.
Perhaps it’ll take longer to find the type of stories about people’s lives after 9/11; especially this long after of the survivors. Most of what I found is still about politics and strife… so I leave you with ELI’s song:
From the Ashes the Phoenix Rises
Wednesday, September 12th, 2007
Click on the picturs 3X, and then hit a back arrow.
I had a fine blog going which I thought was saved, and boom crash, I think my cat deleted it?
So here i go again. Think 9/11. Think millions of prayers. Think 9/11/2001. Think all round the world the outpouring of love. So much energy….where has it gone? SO…
My pictures won’t go where I want them.
If we would pour out our hearts, and bring love and peace to the world, to our every day lifes: could we get off the train of fear, hate, darkness, and destruction? How many ashes must we co-create? How many more innocent lives need we end or destroy?
How many times in the Bible is the word peace mentioned? Healing? Love? Check other holy books too? 9/11 millions of people prayed again. What were they/you praying asking for?
CAN WE PUT THE POWER OF GOOD AND LIGHT TO WORK? cAN WE ENACT what some refer to as the new commandment, of love your neighbor as yourself? Can we begin with being kind to ourselves?
Can we put this energy to building good? To wiping out poverty, hunger, and fear? To protecting our earth and showing stewardship for an abundant healthly world. The choice is ours: now and every day. My cat returned, so I hit the save button quick. All she wants is to rest nearby me while I work. She meant me no harm.
Look at the picutrs what do you see? What do you find in the different shots? (All photos by Mary MacIntyre 2007) Make a list of how you might feel. Now imagine Iraqi’s, Pakastani’s,
African’s faces on each flower. Add as many faces as you choose. can you see each as a family member? AS a child of GOd? Can you pray for their good and highest well being? As each plant needs minerals, earth, sunlight and rain to blossom: so does the planet and humans need our love and energy.
It’s time in our strength together, to rise up from the ashes and build a strong new world.
9/11 looking back, today, and forward
Tuesday, September 11th, 2007Please go to the bottom. Feel free to return. May wholeness and wellness fill our hearts. We remember in honor of us all and all those who have perished, and in honor of those who carry us on. Bless you all and every one. Mary
Remember:
“Angels….and make it whole.” Namaste.
The missing pieces….9/11 and….
Monday, September 10th, 2007For some reason, the following section did not appear in the 2 previous posts. Yes, I am refecting on the world today and the events of 9/11. They do go together. We will get up to go to work. We may go out with friends, and listen to a band. We may not watch the news. We may be tired of hearing the old story. We may even spend more time thinking about our family member who has died since or…dinner may be macroni and chees because we are too tired to cook. This is all normal. Still, please stop and remember.
Following this should be some events from the alibi. Also the city of Santa Fe and many other organizations are going to build a new building for Santa Fe Teens. Bravo! Read about it in ALbuquerque arts. www.abqarts.com or maybe it was www.alibi.com.
9/11: Let’s take a pause to remember those who died, the few days of unity and world support and mourning, when USA flags sold out, and were waving proudly across the land.
Take time to pray again.
So Wednesday night’s line-up would make most of younger co-workers say ALbuquerque is an oldsters town. (That’s a big complaint about Santa Fe). There’s lots of open mikes, jams, and DJ’s playing their normal gigs. I try to include a variety of events and music. Lots of people are back to school, and Wednesday now takes a new color: work.
Please notice Trish Yearwood is playing at the Sandia Casino, please come give a warm welcome.
One incredible newsbite is: Studio 21 will have a new expanded 2 story building built for teen programs in the creative arts in Santa Fe. This is an amazing program supported by many organizations: including the city of Santa Fe! BRAVO! Read about it in the alibil.com (Every city should have a program like this!)
Ending thought: How many innocent people more since 9/11 have died? Are we safer now than then? Are we a stronger more peaceful country than then? Is the world safer? Are the terrorists stronger? Are there more terrorists than then?
However you respond, can we build peace with honor, and create unity in our homeland? How? On these days, especially this week, gather your prayers and love and share with one another.
Pars Cuisine — Abel Lemons · Romantic/classic guitar (6-8:30 p.m.)
Pranzo Italian Grill, Santa Fe — The Geist of Broadway (6-9 p.m.)
Q Bar, Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town — Contemporary jazz with Kari Simmons and Todd Lowry (6-9 p.m.)
Rancher’s Club, Hilton — Ben Martinez Project · Jazz (6-9 p.m.) · FREE
Sandia Casino Amphitheater — Trisha Yearwood (8:30 p.m.)
Santa Fe Brewing Co., Santa Fe — Open Mic Night hosted by Frank Palumbo (6 p.m.) · FREE · ALL-AGES!
Santa Fe Opera — Lee Ann Womack · Michael Martin Murphey (7:30 p.m.)
Savoy Bar and Grill — Chris Dracup and Tommy Elskes (6:30-9:30 p.m.)
Sunshine Theater — Common (8 p.m.) · $35
Wild Pony, Los Lunas — Rhythm · Country (7-11 p.m.)
Remembering 9/11, and Albuquerque Entertainment
Monday, September 10th, 2007This week I will combine remember 9/11. As it is with contemporary culture we are bombarded with images and often incongruent experiences. There is no connection with the listings and remembering 9/11. Our lives continue, full of their own complexities. Still, for a short time our country stopped. We gathered together. Many came together in prayer. More sent cards and provided support to those in need. The world cried with us. Perhaps, we need to remember again.
Yes the world has changed. We have gone on. Still let us not forget.
My first version seemed to have some technical difficulties. Let’s hope this one is more complete. Mary
It’s Sunday night and some things prove challenging. I’ve been surfing and wiping out a little. There’s a great review on a new ballet program (performance) in the www.albarts.com Ok something strange is going on! It’s been a long strange day and I guess I’ll just let things go on.
I went to readfive.com anticipating a new issue: not there yet. Monday nights list of entertainment seemed dry and short, and I copied half of the Albibi’s list: www.alibi.com
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It’s almost Fall and the MUSIC just keeps playing…
Tuesday, September 4th, 2007This was a long newsletter…so I chopped it up some, and yes certain events are being repeated to keep fresh in your mind! This weeks’ information also includes many great sites to visit: try KSFR.org for a great variety of shows, music, news, and interviews. See there are many resources here: play and use them. Also go to the end of the page, because they jumped around on dates and there’s a famous SF event on Sept 6th that if you are in town you MUST know about! PRESENTING FROM SFBC’s weekly newsletter:
Friday, September 7, 2007
JULIE STEWART & the
MOTOR KINGS
Simply stated, this five-piece Santa Fe, New Mexico-based Rockin’ Blues band lays it down! The Motor Kings are recognized nationally for their electrifying high energy performances and powerful delivery. If you like the blues with a little edge, this band is for you. The band is considered by fans everywhere as one of the “most dynamic and critically acclaimed groups performing on the concert stage today.” After experiencing this band’s blistering presentation, the fans and music critics agree that Julie Stewart and the Motor Kings deliver the goods!
Julie Stewart from Dallas Texas, and The Motor Kings: Gregg Woodfin ~ Los Angeles California, Rob Heineman ~ Flint, Michigan, Roddy Welles ~ Boston, Massachusetts, and Tom Briggs ~ Dayton, Ohio, deliver strong vocals, blended harmonies, and searing solos that punctuate their unique style and powerful delivery. The band projects a talent and professional edge that can only be attributed to their combined years of experience, dedication to detail and love for live music.
Each member of the Motor Kings has a tremendous musical background, performing with many nationally recognized world-class musicians. In the past few years, this highly regarded act has shared the stage with notable international artists, including The Doobie Brothers, Cheap Trick, Government Mule, The Black Crowes, Savoy Brown, John Lee Hooker Jr., Tinsley Ellis, Lonnie Brooks, and Delbert McClinton to name a few. With touring dates for 2007 filling rapidly, Julie Stewart & the Motor Kings is already slated to be among the headline performers at several major National and International Jazz/Blues/Rock Festivals, nightclubs, and music events.
8 PM, ALL AGES, $7 COVER.
www.motorkings.com
Saturday, September 8, 2007
T H E H O O D O O S
The HooDoos are considered by many to be one the best roots/blues based rock bands in the Southwest, featuring excellent original material, high caliber slide guitar and guitar work, passionate vocals, and one of the strongest, most solid rhythm sections you will ever have the pleasure to feel. Dress up, and bring your dancin’ shoes and your best moves, and get ready to Rockdablu!
8 PM, ALL AGES, $7 COVER
www.thehoodoos.com
Sunday, September 9, 2007
SYD MASTERS
& the SWING RIDERS
Syd Masters & The Swing Riders are a talented and humorous musical group specializing in what Syd refers to as Vintage Western Cowboy Swing! Recently they received the 2004 “Best Humorous Song” award for the track “My Dog,” as well as the 2003 “Country Song of the Year” MIC Award for Syd’s original tune, “Out In The Country.” Other accomplishments include winning the Western Music Association “Best Western Swing Band” international nomination during each of the last three years, as well as wrangling in the New Mexico Music Industry’s “Best Vocal Performance” award for singing and yodeling on recorded works. The boys can also be seen on television and on posters throughout the West as the new “Singing Cowboys” for the Powerball Lottery advertising campaign. Alibi Music magazine named “Cowboys on the Moon” one of it’s top ten best albums for 2003. This CD, which was nominated for best album by The Western Music Association, The Academy of Western Artists, and the New Mexico Music Industry, features all original music and is played on the air in at least 15 countries around the world!
6:30 PM, ALL AGES, $5 COVER.
www.sydmasters.com
UPCOMING SHOWS AT THE SFBC PUB & GRILL
THURSDAY OCTOBER 4
THE FABULOUS
THUNDERBIRDS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5
THE SOUL DEACONS
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12
ERIC TESSMER
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14
MICHAEL HEARNE
& SXSW
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16
THE GINN SISTERS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19
TYRONE VAUGHN
With special guests
The RYAN McGARVEY BAND
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23
SOUTHERN CULTURE
ON THE SKIDS
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24
I A N M O O R E
With special guests
The RYAN McGARVEY BAND
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25
MARCH FOURTH
MARCHING BAND
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9
TIM REYNOLDS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
JOHNETTE NAPOLITANO
OTHER NOTEWORTHY EVENTS!
Thursday, September 6, 2007
VIVA LA FIESTA!
THE 83RD ANNUAL BURNING OF WILL SHUSTER’S ZOZOBRA!
FT. MARCY BALLPARK DOWNTOWN SANTA FE, NM
GATES OPEN AT 2 PM-MUSIC STARTS AT 3 PM
ALL AGES-$5 ADVANCE/$10 AT THE DOOR
Bands scheduled to perform this year are:
The Soul Deacons, Hundred Year Flood,
Mariachi Buenaventura
Rubixzu, and Samba Fe!
www.zozobra.com
MICHAEL HEARNE’S
5TH ANNUAL
BIG BARN DANCE WEEKEND
Be sure to make arrangements right now to attend Michael Hearne’s 5th Annual Big Barn Dance Weekend, on September 6th, 7th, and 8th, 2007, in beautiful Taos, NM! Great food and drink will be available at the Old Blinking Light, so all you have to do is buy a ticket and show up for some of the best music you’ll ever experience anywhere, right here in beautiful northern New Mexico! For more info,go to:
http://www.bigbarndance.com/ or
www.michaelhearne.com
Be sure to pick up your favorite local newspaper to see what’s happening in the local music scene, including The Santa Fe Reporter, The Santa Fe New Mexican,The Albuquerque Journal/North, The Albuquerque Tribune,The Alibi, local IQ, and the Rio Grande Sun, which all publish extensive information about the local music scene!
Our thanks go out to our great local radio stations that play such wonderful music,and play such an important role in our community! Be sure to tune into 98.1 KBAC Radio Free Santa Fe, Project 101.5, KUNM 89.9, and KSFR Public Radio at 90.7 FM!
ADIOS TO INDIE 101.5………ON THE RADIO………for now!
We’ve been big fans of Indie 101.5, and believe in the concept of independent radio. Indie will continue to stream on the internet while they search for another signal; in the meantime, be sure to check them out at www.indie1015.com!
THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR SUPPORTING LIVE MUSIC IN SANTA FE!
WE WILL CONTINUE TO STRIVE TO BRING YOU
THE BEST IN LOCAL, REGIONAL, NATIONAL, AND INTERNATIONAL MUSIC!
We realize there’s a lot of live music to choose from out there; we thank you all for your continued patronage and support, and look forward to seeing you soon at the SFBC Pub & Grill!
FOR MORE INFO ON OTHER FINE LIVE MUSIC EVENTS IN NEW MEXICO, PLEASE CHECK OUT:
www.abqmusic.com-www.elpaseobar.com-www.elreytheatre.com
www.fanmanproductions.com
www.frogvilleplanet.com-www.gigsantafe.com
www.gordonsconcerts.com-www.highmayhem.com-www.lensic.com
www.newmexicomusic.org-www.nmjazz.org-www.outpostspace.org
www.outsideinproductions.org-www.santafemuzikfest.com-www.solarmusicfest.com
www.southwestpickers.org- www.ticketssantafe.org-www.thirstyearfestival.com
For more information on us, please check out our web site at:
www.santafebrewing.com
VOTED #1 BAR FOR LIVE MUSIC IN THE SF REPORTER’S BEST OF SANTA FE ISSUE-THANK YOU SANTA FE! SERVING TASTY BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND DINNER 7 DAYS AWEEK-COLD CRAFT SFBC BEERS ON TAP-NM WINES-TAOS COW ICE CREAM-AIR CONDITIONED-FREE PARKING-COLOR TV-SUNSET PATIO-KID FREINDLY-WI-FI HOTSPOT-INDOOR AND OUTDOOR STAGES-ALL ACTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE-CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL-CHECK OUT THE SFBC WEB SITE; WE’RE ALWAYS ADDING GREAT SHOWS AND CANCELING BAD ONES!
SEE YOU SOON AT THE
SANTA FE BREWING COMPANY!
Mary Youngblood and a time for recollection
Wednesday, August 29th, 2007Early morning, looking for some hot moving music before I go to bed. Well this is a quieter tone. She does play here in NM every so often. And you can find her on the web, and Cd’s in the museum shops etc. Here are 2 clips:
Ok take a moment to think of…prayers and peace….of your loved ones…
and….
Rest. Mary
The Endless Knot
Thursday, August 9th, 2007In my last blog when I talked about the Santa Fe Muzik Fest happening at the Santa Fe Downs this weekend: starting 3 PM to 11:30 PM….through the 11th…I mentioned that I met a lady who will be there selling ORGANIC T-shirts. So I tried out her link and was delighted to find: (the following is copied from her web page):
WE ARE ALL CONNECTED
Once in a Millennium a symbol emerges and moves us in mysterious ways. The Endless Knot represents the interconnectedness of all beings, bringing a message essential for global transformation and sustainability.
The Endless Knot Project began in 1991 as a fundraising effort for the Tibetan Resettlement Initiative. The symbol was so well received and cherished that it was decided to take the project global. I have created a line of jewelry and organic cotton t-shirts that reflect this powerful symbol and all that it embodies.
“I am writing in support of the Endless Knot Project. We can all wear the Endless Knot to remind us of our humanity and connection.” Richard Gere
“Namgyal Monastery, the personal Monastery of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, wholeheartedly supports and endorses the Endless Knot Project. We feel that the meaning and symbolism of this image is especially appropriate in trying to emphasize our common human nature and the need for a shared compassion and understanding of ourselves as one human family on this precious planet.” The monks and staff of Namgyal Monastery
“The International Campaign for Tibet recognizes the value of the Endless Knot Project and its effort to support the people of Tibet.” The International Campaign for Tibet
The original 1000 Tibetans from the Initiative were eventually reunited with their families and formed their own Tibetan Associations in over 25 cities in the United States. I have continued fundraising through my designs and currently a portion of all sales is donated to The Students for a Free Tibet.
I copied this because it reflect the deeper side of her work. The link: www.WE ARE ALL CONNECTED
Once in a Millennium a symbol emerges and moves us in mysterious ways. The Endless Knot represents the interconnectedness of all beings, bringing a message essential for global transformation and sustainability.
The Endless Knot Project began in 1991 as a fundraising effort for the Tibetan Resettlement Initiative. The symbol was so well received and cherished that it was decided to take the project global. I have created a line of jewelry and organic cotton t-shirts that reflect this powerful symbol and all that it embodies.
“I am writing in support of the Endless Knot Project. We can all wear the Endless Knot to remind us of our humanity and connection.” Richard Gere
“Namgyal Monastery, the personal Monastery of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, wholeheartedly supports and endorses the Endless Knot Project. We feel that the meaning and symbolism of this image is especially appropriate in trying to emphasize our common human nature and the need for a shared compassion and understanding of ourselves as one human family on this precious planet.” The monks and staff of Namgyal Monastery
“The International Campaign for Tibet recognizes the value of the Endless Knot Project and its effort to support the people of Tibet.” The International Campaign for Tibet
The original 1000 Tibetans from the Initiative were eventually reunited with their families and formed their own Tibetan Associations in over 25 cities in the United States. I have continued fundraising through my designs and currently a portion of all sales is donated to The Students for a Free Tibet.
WE ARE ALL CONNECTED
Once in a Millennium a symbol emerges and moves us in mysterious ways. The Endless Knot represents the interconnectedness of all beings, bringing a message essential for global transformation and sustainability.
The Endless Knot Project began in 1991 as a fundraising effort for the Tibetan Resettlement Initiative. The symbol was so well received and cherished that it was decided to take the project global. I have created a line of jewelry and organic cotton t-shirts that reflect this powerful symbol and all that it embodies.
“I am writing in support of the Endless Knot Project. We can all wear the Endless Knot to remind us of our humanity and connection.” Richard Gere
“Namgyal Monastery, the personal Monastery of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, wholeheartedly supports and endorses the Endless Knot Project. We feel that the meaning and symbolism of this image is especially appropriate in trying to emphasize our common human nature and the need for a shared compassion and understanding of ourselves as one human family on this precious planet.” The monks and staff of Namgyal Monastery
“The International Campaign for Tibet recognizes the value of the Endless Knot Project and its effort to support the people of Tibet.” The International Campaign for Tibet
The original 1000 Tibetans from the Initiative were eventually reunited with their families and formed their own Tibetan Associations in over 25 cities in the United States. I have continued fundraising through my designs and currently a portion of all sales is donated to The Students for a Free Tibet.
I copied this because it reflects the deeper side of her work. It’s wonderful when one’s work can integrate so many values, projects and community work! Here’s the link: www.endlessknot.org
ROCK SQUAWK . COM and info on the rezfest
Thursday, August 2nd, 2007Here I go again…copy copy copy…this time from www.rocksquawk.com
After a very hectic day, though productive and interesting, I began thinking what is new (for me) and different for my readers. Here’s agreat way to start AUGUST off for music, variety, and great entertainment, and it has some of my best words admissionis free! Read details below, and for lots more information: participate in Rocksquawk.com.
Come down for a great music event at the ABQ Museum Amphitheater “August 5th” from Noon til 4:00 PM. Along with my band “Ishen Tree” reuniting again for this event there will be Native American Icon artists like “The Platero’s”, “Ira Wilson”, “Shawn Michael Perry” and “Robert Mirabal”"…Free Admission and Free Grub! The music will showcase Native American music from Folk, Traditional, Pop, Rock, Reggae and Metal! So come on down!
Alcala Project
KUNM is sponsoring this event at the Albuquerque Museum amiphitheatre ( go to site for more information. Did I mention free food? Look at the vast variety of music. Spread the word and
bring at least 5 friends! Also bring $2.00 to pledge to KUNM …they’ll be surprized and it’ll help them keep up the good work.
About Albuquerque, NM
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