The 4th annual benefit for the Gila Wildlife Rescue was held on Sunday at The Twisted Vine. With 6 bands donating their time and musical talents, auctions, raffles, food and of course wine the town of Silver City came out in abundance to support Dennis and Denise Miller’s Gila Wildlife Rescue.
They have been rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing New Mexico wildlife for 27 years. The Wildlife Rescue is one of only two rehab centers in New Mexico licensed for all species of wildlife. They are a non-profit that gets no outside funding other than private donations. With donations going directly for the care of the animals. They work with between 200 to 400 animals each year.
On Saturday afternoon Patricia Helgert married Abraham Martinez in an intimate ceremony at Gallery 400. Everyone in attendance was full of joy and love for the happy couple the groom even complained about how much his checks hurt because he could not stop smiling. With an amazing dinner and the cake catered by Diane’s the wedding party ate, toasted champagne, and dance into the night. Congratulations and good luck to the happy couple as they start their lives together.
“An Enchanted Evening”
Friday, October 24 at Gallery 400
On Friday, Gallery 400 hosted “An Enchanted Evening” with Mike Moutoux. The evening started off with cocktails then a four course before Mike came in to entertain everyone. With a cowboy inspired meal catered by Veralee Burg and the smell of a campfire burning outside to help with the mood the event was a great success.
Mike Moutoux has entertained audiences at ranches and festivals across the US with his own blend of music and poetry and is always an audience favorite. Calling himself, “New Mexico’s Most Enchanted Cowboy,” he says, “The poems and songs give me a chance to take people to a place or a feeling we may not get to any other way; to take their imaginations on a ride. There’ll be wild rides and cattle drives, beautiful country and clear blue skies – I’ll take you there as close as words and music will allow.”
Mike’s third CD, Headin’ Home, was nominated in 2007 for Cowboy Poetry CD of the Year by the Western Music Association. His newest CD, Spirit Still Remain, offers more of Mike’s funny stories and 4 of his newest songs.
Mural Dedication
October 18 at the Silver City Daily Press
On Saturday afternoon a street party was held on the south side of the Silver City Daily Press for the dedication of the new mural that has been placed on the side of the Daily Press. The mural was designed and painted by the art students at Cobre High School under the supervision of lead artist Marilyn Gendron and Kate Brown. The mural is part of the Mimbres Region Arts Council Youth Mural Program. Speeches of thanks were given by Faye McCalmont (MRAC executive director), Diana Ingalls Leyba (youth mural coordinator), Tina Ely (SCDP editor-in-chief), both lead artist and State Sen. Howie Morales. After the dedication and speeches where over a street dance was held with catering by Diane’s and music performed by Melanie Zipin & Jeff LeBlanc and Amistad.
Weekend at the Galleries
October 10 – 13 in Downtown Silver City
Mimbres Region Art Councils “Weekend at the Galleries” (4 days of nonstop art) that is held annually on Columbus Day weekend every year as come and gone. The art this year was the best that it has been, the weather was predictably unpredictable and the town of Silver City was taken over by tourist and locals alike. The weekend started off with it’s wine gala held Friday night at Gallery 400. On Saturday the Phantom Gallery was held once again at the Old Elks Lodge, where 10 artist had 8 hours to start and finish a piece of artwork (while spectators watched) before the pieces where taken across the street to Gallery 400 to be auctioned off to the highest bidder. With Marcia Smith catering the fabulous deserts and Ward Rudick as the “Phantom of the Action” the action was a success in raising money for the Art Council.
Picasso
October 10 – 12 at the Gila Theatre
The play “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”, a comedy written by Steve Martin, directed by Scott Knight and presented by Virus Theater, Theatre Group New Mexico and WNMU Expressive Arts was held for three days at the Gila Theatre. “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” set in Paris in the early 1900’s this play is an account of the ever changing 20th century. Everyone one laughed out loud at Jay Glickman who played Einstein and Buck Burns, as the Singer (Elvis) was hilarious. They closed Sunday night to a satisfied and happy packed house.
Silver City Film Festival
October 10 – 12 in downtown Silver City
The 2008 Silver City Film Festival started on Friday night at the Silco Theater with the opening film: Diego Rivera: I Paint What I See. Continuing on to Saturday and Sunday showing films through out the day at the Silco Theater and the Fine Arts Theater at WNMU with film categories in: narrative, documentary, animation and junior filmmakers there seemed to be something for everyone to see.
Weekend at the Galleries Wine Gala
Friday, October 10 at Gallery 400
The Mimbres Region Art Councils 4 day event “Weekend at the Galleries” started off on Friday night at Gallery 400 with their Wine Tasting and More reception. With St Clair Winery having wine tasting at three different stations and another station for purchasing wine by the bottle, the party flowed extremely well and their where also raves about how great the hors d'oeuvres where.
Congratulations to Mia & Mike Davies
Saturday, October 4 at Gallery 400
Mia & Mike Davies renewed their wedding vows on Saturday night in the sculpture garden at Gallery 400. Reading vows that they had written themselves the ceremony was heartfelt and filled with tears from the couple and their guest. After the ceremony the guest moved inside where the buffet dinner and cake were both catered by Diane’s. With toast made by friends and dancing into the night this was truly a magical event for the couple and everyone who attended.
Casa Blanca
Friday, Sept 19 at Casa Blanca Bar
The bill clammed “Relive the Fabulous 40s” and many people did at the Casa Blanca Bar Friday night. Everyone was encuraged to dress up in their best 1940's outfits for the event and to bring a Moroccan potluck dish. Jazz Orgy was in town from Wisconsin to provide the music and there was a special appearance by belly dancer Zorina and the girls. Everyone got a kick out of how everyone else dresses and they danced the night away. A big thanks to Harry for setting the party up!
1st Annual PICKAMANIA!
Saturday & Sunday, September 13 & 14 at Gough Park
The Mimbres Region Art Council put on the first annual Pickamania, held this weekend at Gough Park. Celebrating bluegrass, folk & Americana acoustic musical traditions. With a great line-up of Hill Billy Voodoo, Bayou Seco, A Band Scramble, Boulder Acoustic Society and Chatham County Line playing on Saturday. The band scramble contest was open to everyone, any one could sign up then they formed groups that had 30 minutes to practice together before performing and being judged. Acoustic Society played an encore by getting off the stage and playing unplugged standing in the crowd. After all of the bands had finished for the night they held Pickin’ in the Park were all pickers were welcome.
Then on Sunday The Silver City String Beans, Gypsy Feet, Ana Egge (a local favorite that has started to hit it big), Steve Smith & Hard Road, Red Molly and Robin & Linda Williams played. Red Molly was interrupted by a rainstorm but after 20 minutes or so of no lightning they came back on stage to a crowd of raingear and umbrellas. Laughing they commented “In New York (where they are from) they would call you guys hard core.” The festival ended late Sunday afternoon and even with the rain it was a great success that will grow bigger every year.
ST. FRANCIS FIESTA
Sunday, September 7, Gough Park
St. Francis Church held it’s annual St. Francis Fiesta at Gough Park on Sunday. Starting off with Holy Mass at 9 am then food, fun games and entertainment for the whole family lasted throughout the day.
