Lady Warriors Keep Racking Up The Wins

By Nicky Romero
For the Mountain Mail

The No. 4 Socorro Lady Warriors (10-3) racked up three wins in four days last week, beating Bernalillo, Ruidoso and Tohatchi. In the Ruidoso game, Socorro coach Joseph Garcia picked up his 350th career victory.
On Jan. 6, Socorro won at Bernalillo 79-37 as Roxanne Silva came within two points of setting the school record for points in a game. Silva had 31 points at halftime and finished with 45.
“Roxanne had another one of her stellar games,” Garcia said. “The school record si 47 points, but she ended with 45. I told her she missed five free throws and 13 shots so if you make one free throw and one of those shots, there’s your school record.”
Garcia was quick to add the other girls contributed in other ways.
“Brittany McDaniel had seven assists. Tristen peralta had six assists. Jaden Jones had 11 points and seven rebounds. Kianna Gonzales had five assists and four rebounds. Samantha Sedillo had four steals, three assists and six rebounds. So the core of all the girls are contributing and bringing something to the table. Overall, we played really well.”
At halftime, Socorro led 45-27, giving up only 11 points in the first quarter. Socorro’s defense got even stingier in the second halftime, allowing just 10 points.
On Jan. 8, Socorro was back home and defeated Ruidoso 64-54. Ruidoso’s size and height posted a challenge for Socorro. Four of Ruidoso’s starters were taller than Silva, who stands at 5-foot-9.
Silva and Gonzales, though, proved no match for Ruidoso. Gonzales made four three-point shots in the first half to open up things inside for Silva. With its press and hot shooting, Socorro led 34-21 at halftime.
Silva carried the team offensively in the second half, scoring 17 of her game-high 28 points. Gonzales finished with six three-pointers for 18 points and point guard Tristen Peralta had 12 assists, one off the school record.
“Ruidoso was real tough anda big team to match up with,” Garcia said. “We didn’t turn the ball over too much. It was a good test and victory for us.”
Gabby Smith led Ruidoso with 11 points and Abrianna Herrera added 10.
On Jan 9, Socorro defeated Tohatchi 77-52 at home. Silva and Gonzalez provided the majority of the scoring for the Lady Warriors. Silva scored 37 points, 21 rebounds and eight steals and was 17 of 24 from the field. Gonzales added 21 points and Brittany McDaniel contributed nine points and nine assists.
Jasmine Begay led Tohatchi with 19 points and Trinity Largie added 10 points.
“We shot 53 percent,” Garcia said. “Kianna is playing real well right now and Brittany had another game too.”
Silva broke the school career rebounding record, breaking Audra Major’s mark of 1,175 rebounds. Silva now has 1,194 rebounds. She also holds the school mark for points and steals.
“Roxanne still has a half a season left to make these records almost unreachable,” Garcia said.
And what of his 350th victory?
“It proves over time we are a good road team,” Garcia said. “We’re consistent. We have good players and good assistant coaches who are dedicated to the program. I’ve been fortunate to have this for 20 years of coaching.”
Socorro, which played Ruidoso Wednesday night, will travel to Albuquerque to play in the Hope Tournament Jan. 14-16. Socorro plays at 3 p.m. against Mora High School. If they will play, they will play at 3 p.m. on Jan. 15 against the winner of the third-ranked Santa Fe Indian School and Tohatchi.

Lady Warriors Keep Racking Up The Wins

Socorro Boys Come Home To Beat Robertson

By Michael Olguin Jr.
For the Mountain Mail

SOCORRO -- After nine straight games on the road, the Socorro boys basketball team garnered its first victory at home in 2010. The Warriors defeated the fourth-ranked Robertson Cardinals 69-63 Tuesday night in the Warrior Dome. The win came on the heels of a 61-58 victory against the 10th ranked Portales Rams and a 66-50 loss to the Artesia Bulldogs last weekend in the Ram Shootout in Portales.
The Warriors will travel to Chapparal on Friday, Jan. 15 to take on the Lobos. Socorro will be back at home Saturday Jan. 16 and will host the Wingate Bears.
Coming off two big wins against two top 10 teams in the last week, the Warriors look as if they are starting to gel as a unit three weeks before opening up district play.
“I think we are starting to gel and we are starting to believe in one another,” Head Coach Lawrence Baca said. “We are starting to show that we are the team I know we can be.”
Against the Bulldogs (7-6), the Warriors trailed 30-26 at halftime.
“Even though we were down four at halftime we were still not playing very well,” said Baca. “We came out very lethargic. We just could not buy a shot and we got frustrated then they (Artesia) just pulled away.”
Artesia remained consistent throughout the second half, outscoring the Warriors by six points in both the third and fourth quarter to give the Bulldogs a 66-50 win.
Three-point machine Jared Marquez was held to just 2 of 7 from the three point line and was held to 8 points, well behind his 18.3 points per game.
Senior Erik Garcia led the Warriors with 10 points.
On Saturday against the Rams, the Warriors scored the game’s first 12 points and maintained the lead the entire game. The Warriors led 31-23 at halftime before Portales tried to make a run. Portales cut the lead to just three points with a minute left in the game. After some key Warrior free throws and a couple baskets by the Rams, Portales found themselves down three with the final possession and a chance to tie the game. The Rams failed to tie the game giving the Warriors a 61-58 win.
“Going into the game I knew it was going to be a tough game looking at their (Portales) schedule. We came out ready to play with a lot of energy. Jared, Zach, and Michael made some key free throws at the end that helped us get the win”
Marquez was 5 of 8 from three point land, scoring a game high 20 points. Garcia shot 60 percent from the floor and made 5 of 8 free throws for 17 points as well as seven assists. Michael Contreras only missed two attempts from the floor scoring 11 points.
On Tuesday night the Cardinals came to Socorro riding a 10 game winning streak and had only 1 loss all season. The Warriors refused to let Robertson leave town with their 11th straight victory.
The game was a back and fourth battle from the opening tip. There were 6 lead changes and five ties in the first half alone. Socorro held a 19-15 lead after the first quarter.
Socorro held the lead in the second quarter until the Cardinals made a 6-1 run the final two minutes of the half, taking the lead going into halftime 32-31.
“This is a game that can change our season. This could be the game that puts us on the right path. The most important part of this game is the first three minutes of the third quarter that would determine the game.
Junior Zach Esquivel scored 10 of the Warrior first 12 points in the second half helping them to their largest lead of the game at 43-36. Robertson came roaring back, regaining the lead at 51-50 before a technical foul was called on the Robertson coach. Two free throws by Marquez and a basket on the following possession by Andrew Contreras gave the Warriors a 54-51 lead after three quarters.
Socorro never relinquished the lead the remainder of the game. Robertson was able to cut the Warrior lead to 65-63 just under a minute to play, however, Socorro made four out of five free throws to secure a 69-63 win.
“Any time you give up points to a technical foul it hurts,” said Baca. “One of the biggest keys to the game was three guys stepping up and playing big. Once we are full strength we will be alright.”

Socorro Boys Come Home To Beat Robertson

New Courses To Be Offered At Tech Community College

By John Larson

SOCORRO - New courses have opened up for New Mexico Tech’s Community College for the spring semester, beginning Tuesday, Jan. 19.
School Coordinator Lillian Armijo said registration has already begun.
“Classes are already filling up,” Armijo said. “Besides our regularly offered courses, we have four new classes that are all about keeping fit.”
New classes include Physical Conditioning, Salsa Aerobics, Water Aerobics, and Indoor Cycling.
The cost for these courses is $165 plus lab fees. Classes meet for 16 weeks.
“This comes out to a little more than $10 a week for excellent courses and dynamic instructors,” she said. “If you’ve ever wanted to get into shape, now is the time.”
The four fitness courses are:

Physical Conditioning, a one credit course is taught by Damien Ocampo, Socorro High’s Football coach, who led the Warriors to the State Championship game this past fall. The class will provide the necessary knowledge of physical fitness, stress management, weight management, nutrition and muscular strength and endurance. This class meets Tuesdays from 6 - 7 p.m.

Salsa Aerobics is being taught by Peggy Lopez. She works for the Socorro Consolidated schools by day and teaches Salsa Aerobics by night. “If you want to workout and dance at the same time, then this class is for you, ” Lopez said. “This fun class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:05 p.m. to 5:55 p.m., right after work.” Lopez has substituted for Melissa Zimmerman’s Step/Kick Aerobics and is no stranger to aerobic exercising.

Camille Scielzi is teaching the popular Indoor Cycling class on two different days and times. The “early bird” class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and the evening class is Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:25 p.m.

The Water Aerobics class is easy on the joints, and challenging because of water resistance. Certified instructor Annine Gabaldon will teach the excellent class. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:05 p.m. to 1:55 p.m. The tuition for this class has been reduced to $100.

The Community College is also introducing a different kind of course this semester.
“If you want to learn something new, try the American Sign Language class offered by Jessica Griffin,” she said. “Jessica received her BS in Sign Language at UNM and is a certified Sign Language Interpreter. Her class meets Mondays and Wednesday from 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.”
Two of the most popular art classes – stained glass, and acrylic painting - are back, and at reduced prices. The normal tuition fees of these two classes is $351.68. This semester they are being offered for $200.
Acrylic Painting is Tuesdays, from 6 to 7:55 p.m. with Ramona Aragon, and Stained Glass is Tuesdays, from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. with Dona Nowicki. Lab fees may apply for supplies. For more information and to register for these and other courses, call 835-6581 or email, Lillian Armijo, larmijo@admin.nmt.edu or log onto www.distance.nmt.edu/cc.

New Courses To Be Offered At Tech Community College

San Antonio School Puts On Show

Mountain Mail Reports

SAN ANTONIO -- The Socorro Consolidated School board meeting was held at the San Antonio School Gymnasium last night, and the turnout was impressive.
There were approximately 60 people in attendance. Although the agenda read short, there were plenty of extracurricular activities for those in attendance.
President Tommy Gonzales opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance which was led by students performing sign language as well.
After covering items on the agenda such as ascertaining a quorum and tabling the proposed signage to acknowledge The City of Socorro’s contribution to SHS Fields, Principal John Dennis gave his assessment on the San Antonio’s schools Improvement and Achievement Data and also gave a review on the great charity work the school and it’s students were doing year round on a monthly basis.

He made it clear that it was important for the students to understand what it is like to give to others and not expect anything in return. It has been hugely successful and the children really enjoy helping others.
Each month they all work to help others with different charity drives such as Books for Babies, $438.00 was raised, Coat Drive, 28 coats were donated, Food Drive 289lbs. was collected for hungry families in the area, Giving Tree, where over 50 gifts and 8 hams were donated and distributed. Future charity drives planned are St. Jude’s Hospital – Habitat for Humanity – Seeing Eye-Dog – Recycle for Chemo (cans and tabs) and RIF Book Drive.
The report was followed by Mike Gurules’ Pre-Kindergarten class singing and performing songs. The songs were incorporated by Gurule with learning tools such as month and day recognition and spelling. The children sung in English and in Spanish as well.
Following the Pre-K kids, everyone was treated to two declamation stories. Autumn Bjorklund who attends Parkview Elementary and Brandon Dennis who attends San Antonio Elementary performed their declamation winning performances. Immediately after, Cynthia Romero’s classes talked about their River Partners experiences with their mentor Alex Rykken, who is a volunteer with Friends of the Bosque and is doing mapping of the area. The program has been in existence for 5 years.
The students have been involved since first grade. They reminisced about their experiences with the River Partners program throughout the years as their photos were displayed by projector next to them. The class has taken over 1,000 photos on their outings.
After the students had completed there presentations the board went into executive session to discuss the evaluation of the Superintendent.
The next School Board meeting is scheduled for Jan. 26 at the Socorro Schools Main Office on Franklin Street in Socorro.

(Photo) Pre-kindergarteners from the San Antonio Elementary School learn the days of the week in English and Spanish during a Socorro School Board meeting Tuesday, Jan. 12.

San Antonio School Puts On Show

Cibola Forest Schedules Vehicle Workshops

Mountain Mail reports

The Cibola National Forest is hosting six community workshops to discuss motorized vehicle use on the Magdalena Ranger District. The USDA Forest Service issued the Travel Management Rule in 2005 that requires each National Forest and Grassland to designate roads, trails, and areas open for motorized use.
When the designation process is completed, a Motor Vehicle Use Map will be published showing the system of roads, trails and/or areas designated for motorized use. Motorized use will then be prohibited outside the designated system.
Workshops will be held in Magdalena, Reserve, Datil, Monticello, Socorro, and Truth or Consequences.

Magdalena
January 25, 3 - 5:30 p.m.
Magdalena Municipal Schools Fine Arts Center
901 Duggins Street

Reserve
January 26, 3 - 5:30 p.m.
Reserve Ranger District Office Conference Room
5 Smokey Bear Circle

Datil
January 27, 3 - 5:30 p.m.
NRCS Field Office
West Highway 60

Monticello
January 28, 3 - 5:30 p.m.
Monticello/Placita Volunteer Fire Department
State Road 142

Socorro
January 30, 9:30 a.m. - Noon
Socorro County Fairgrounds Administration

Cibola Forest Schedules Vehicle Workshops

Sylvia Says This Is No Winter for Old Horses

Sylvia
By Anne Sullivan

After we came into the house, brushed the snow off onto the floor, and blotted the floor with old newspapers, Sylvia asked me for paper and a pen. She settled onto the rug in front of the fireplace, completely ignoring the ten dollar dog rug I’d bought just for her. She wrote silently for some time before she handed the result to me. This is what she wrote:
We didn’t walk down to the barn today,
We’ve always walked down to the barn
Every day.
We didn’t walk down to the barn today,
I’ve never not walked down to the barn
Every day.
There’s no one at the barn today.
Brandy is gone.
Brandy fell down in the snow.
Brandy is gone.
Brandy could not get up.
Brandy was down.
Brandy will never get up.
Brandy is gone.
Does the spirit of Brandy live in the barn?
The barn she called home for 23 years?
I wonder.
“What do you think?” Sylvia asked after I’d read her paper.
“I think it’s the best poem you’ve ever written, Sylvia.”
“I hope it’s good,” she said. “I don’t know if I really liked Brandy but I was used to her grouchy ways. I know she didn’t like me. Sometime I barked at her just to irritate her. But I’m kind of sad that she’s gone.”
“I’m sad too.” I said. “And I know she never liked me. Whenever she came close to me, it wasn’t to show affection; it was to bite. But she was part of our family and she was what she was.”
“How old was Brandy?” Sylvia asked. “I know she’s been here forever but I never knew exactly how old she was.”
“Since horses have a birthday on January 1st, Brandy was 33.”
”Is that in people years or dog years or horse years?”
“In people years. Brandy was born in Lemitar while I was working in Chicago. That was in the winter of 1977. So if my math is correct, that was 33 years ago. I don’t even know what horse years are.”
“That’s old, isn’t it?”
“Yes, 33 is old for a horse.”
“And with all this snow and cold, this is no winter for old horses.”
“No, it’s not.”
“Do you think she’s in a better place?”
“Oh, I expect so. Bound to be. She’s probably in a spotless barn with central heating and an endless supply of Equine Senior.”
“She’d like that,” Sylvia said. “I imagine she’s even stopped being grouchy.”

Sylvia Says This Is No Winter for Old Horses

Trampas, Yarborough entertain at Datil’s Eagle Guest Ranch

By Anne Sullivan

The walls of the Eagle Guest Ranch in Datil reverberated with the sound of music on Friday afternoon, Jan. 8. The occasion was a performance of singing by Jacy Yarbrough of Winston and Datil’s Trampas McWhorter’s singing and recitation of. his cowboy poetry.
A long row of pickups were parked outside in the leftover snow and ice while the applause resounded throughout the cafe.
Listening to such local talent was a pleasure I hope will soon be repeated.
If Trampas has his way, it will.
The son of Mike McWhorter of Datil and Carol Lee of Hondo, Texas, Trampas said, “There’s nothing I like more than cowboying unless it’s writing cowboy poetry. This is something I enjoy and I hope to keep the experience alive because a lot of people don’t do this anymore.” Trampas describes himself as “formerly of Datil and now of the road. You could say I’m living in the front seat of the pickup.”
He’s written a book of his poetry which can be purchased on his website - www.mcwhorterpoetry. com - plus all the poetry he’s written.
To show how serious he is about this career, he’s applied to go to the National Cowboy Poets gathering in Elko, Nevada next year.
This was the first time Jacy Yarbrough had performed with Trampas. Jacy lives on a ranch back of beyond between Winston and Beaverhead but she said, “I’ve been on trips all over the U.S. singing with the family band.”
Logically it’s called the Yarbrough Band and they play what Jacy describes as “old country music, good dancing music.” Jacy’s been singing “ever since I was little and I always wanted to do this;” ‘this’ being singing and writing her own songs. The multi-talented Jacy also plays drums, fiddle and guitar and declares, “I like ‘em all.”
And everyone really liked her singing.
This is just the beginning. Trampas and Jacy plan to do repeat performances. Meanwhile you’ll soon be able to catch them on YouTube.

(Photo) Winston’s Jacy Yarbourgh and Datil’s Trampas McWhorter perform at the Eagle Guest Ranch in Datil on Jan. 8.

Trampas, Yarborough entertain at Datil’s Eagle Guest Ranch

Mexican Wolf Released in Gila Wilderness

Mountain Mail Reports

A wild-born Mexican wolf - No. 1154 – was released in the Gila Wilderness at an approved site on Sunday, Jan. 10, according to a press release from New Mexico Game and Fish.
The 1.5-year-old female wolf was captured in Arizona and temporarily has been in captivity awaiting release. The wolf has no history of livestock depredation, but was trapped because it left the boundaries of the Blue Range Wolf Recovery Area.
This wolf is considered to be a good release candidate because it exhibits a fear of people, demonstrated by its behavior in captivity, the announcement stated.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service participated in the release with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.

Mexican Wolf Released in Gila Wilderness

Quemado has busy schedule for homecoming

By Debbie Leschner
For the Mountain Mail

QUEMADO -- Quemado's homecoming is celebrated this week with a different theme for each day: Monday is Hat Day; Tuesday is Fake An Injury Day; Wednesday is Imitate A Staff Member Day; and Thursday is Spirit day, when everyone wears the school colors.
This year’s candidates are: Freshman class - Amanda Sirman and Cole McKinley; Sophomore class – Arissa Klumker and Juan Flores; Junior class – Randa Armstrong and Garret Williams; and Senior class – Mia Cauzza, Janessa Larrabee, Manuel Garcia and Nikolas Legarreta.
The crowning of King and Queen along with the Prince and Princess will be during half time of the boys varsity game with Mountainair on Saturday. The game is at 2 p.m. Everyone come and cheer the teams on. The boys varsity, junior varsity and girls varsity basketball teams will play in Truth or Consequences at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 22 at Hot Springs High School.

The Datil and Quemado schools’ grades 1 through 8 Spelling Bee will be Thursday, Jan. 21. Please call the schools for time. The regional spelling bee will be held in Reserve on Wednesday, Jan. 27.

The Quemado Senior Center is holding a special “clean out the closet crafts” day Friday, Jan. 22. Come find out what projects can be made with the various supplies that are in the center's craft closet. This would be a good time to donate any extra craft supplies you aren't using any longer to the center.

The Senior Center will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18.
Lunch for the rest of the week will be: Tuesday – pork posole, Wednesday – king ranch chicken, Thursday – chicken fried steak and Friday – baked cod. Please call the center at 773-4820 before 9 a.m. for lunch reservations.

A Women's Fellowship Luncheon will be held Tuesday, Jan. 19 at noon in the Cowboy Church located off Highway 32 near Quemado. The luncheon will be a potato, salad and soup bar with the topic, “You are Fearfully and Wonderfully Made,” to follow. The Men's Fellowship Breakfast will be Saturday, Jan. 23 at 8 a.m., also in the Cowboy Church.

The Western New Mexico Veterans Group will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Jan. 21 at 6 p.m. in the Veterans' Hall located at the corner of Baca and Church Street in Quemado. This will be a Mexican theme potluck. Commander Rick Sharp invites all veterans and their families to come. Please call Carol Baker or Sonja Sharp and let them know what dish you are bringing.

Quemado has busy schedule for homecoming

‘Arts Party For Adults’

By John Larson

SOCORRO - As a result of the overwhelming success of the annual Arts Party at Finley Gym, a similar event - this time as a fundraiser - has been planned by Performing Arts Series at Macey Center.
The afternoon’s events will include food and music, silent and live auctions of original art items donated by area artists, and workshops from ballroom dancing to pottery.
“We saw how many parents were getting involved in their kids’ project, we thought it would be nice to have an Arts Party for Adults,” PAS Director Ronna Kalish said. “This way us older people can have fun and learn new ways to make art, and also help out the Performing Arts Series.”
Workshops offered include water color, mixed media, ballroom and belly dancing, corn husk dolls, and even beaded flip flops.
Kalish said several of New Mexico Tech’s Community College art teachers will be conducting the arts workshops.
“People will get a chance to meet the art teachers and see what they do,” Kalish said. “And if people are interested, they can enroll in one of their college classes.”
Several instructor from the Community College will be participating, as well as artists from the general area.
Laurie Gregg of Magdalena will be demonstrating print making, and offer hands-on instruction.
“I have a small press I’m going to be bringing,” Gregg said. “It’s an interesting way to do print making at home without the expense.”
The inexpensive factor is not having to buy specialized equipment, Gregg said.
“It’s a pasta maker. But I will have a real press there, too,” she said. “I like making art like this more accessible; taking the mystique out of doing art. Letting the general public say ‘I can do that’.”
Artist Kellilynn Hann of Magdalena and Leau Phillips of Albuquerque will be making artist trading cards, small format artworks “about the same size of baseball cards.”
“They are called Artist Trading Cards or ACEOs (Art Cards, Editions and Originals),” Hann said. “The difference between them, traditionally, is that ATCs are for trade and ACEOs are for sale. A lot of people use the terms interchangeably now.”
She said the cards are a standard 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches and can be on any medium, watercolor paper, wood, metal, or anything else, as long as it is that size.
“On terms of making them, they’re helpful for experimenting. You’re doing something on a really small scale so you don’t spend a lot on art supplies.
“People use them for collecting, the same way you would baseball cards,” Hann said. “Some actually do increase in value if an artist becomes more famous. A lot of people stick to the trading thing and do swaps.
Hann said all supplies will be furnished at the Arts Party.
“We will have examples for inspiration and also demonstrate techniques,” she said. “Participants keep their artwork or can trade it with fellow participants.”
Among the workshop teachers are:

Liz Alvarez - Tiles
Theresa Apodaca - Wycinanki Polish Paper Cutting
Nicole Beaudoin/Dancing Rainbows - Tie Dye
Toshiko Bosworth - Origami
Dave Burleigh - Wire Mobiles
Karyn Debont - Gourd Decorating
Vicky Gonzales - Punched Tin
Laurie Gregg - Print-Making
Georgette Evans Grey - Watercolor Painting
Kelly Hann and Leau Phillips - Artist Trading Cards
Carol Kroyer - Fruit Sushi
Skeeter Leard - Pastel Painting
Loretta Lohman - Henri Moore Sock Sculpture
Yvonne Magener - Egg Decorating
Karla Moore - Pot Holders
Dona Nowicki - Mosaic on Glass
Elise Renault - Sunglasses Decorating
Emma Lujan Rison - Clay Name Plates
Crysan Spreng - Pottery Wheel
Deborah Treder - Pin Art
Hannah Treder - Bookmaking
Nadine Ulibarri Keller - Corn Husk Dolls
Laurie Ware - Soap Making
Susie Welch - Flower Pens

Arts Demonstrations:
Dan Klinglesmith - Weaving
Rosemary McClure - Beaded Flip Flops

Dance Workshops:
Julie Johnson - Belly Dancing
Juston Moore - Country Western

The Arts Party for Adults takes place on the Macey Center stage and will run from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23. The cost of admission is $10.
There will actually three separate events going on at Macey – the arts party, a social hour, and a silent auction.
“In addition to the arts party we will be hosting a simultaneous event, a Social Hour, beginning at five o’clock in the Macey lobby. It goes until seven,” Kalish said. “We’ll have entertainment by Saudade, who play wonderful Brazilian music, and people can enjoy gourmet, tapas-style snacks and one courtesy drink, all part of the entrance price of $15.”
She said the band will continue playing until 8 p.m.
The Silent Auction will also be set up in the upper lobby of Macey.
“People will be able to view the art and make bids right away. The bidding will close at seven o’clock, Saturday, Jan. 23,” Kalish said.
Among the artists donating works are Theresa Boracci, Karyn DeBont, Addie Draper, Robert Enders, Denise Elvrum, Sharon Fullingim, Ed Gangemi, Natasha Isenhour, Dona Nowicki, Georgia Raymond, Estelle Roberge, Mary Schultz, Crysan Spreng, Jana Svobodova, Becky Titus, Barbara Versluis, and Maureen Wilks.
“You can also contribute to the event by donating from your private collection,” Kalish said. “It’s like clearing your closets to make room for new things. We can even arrange to pick up the artwork.”
The Arts Party for Adults and Silent Art Auction Jan. 23 is sponsored in part by Club Macey and the New Mexico Tech Club. Tickets are $15 for the social hour and additional $10 for the adult arts party.

(Photo by John Larson) Artist Elise Renault holds a pelican sculpture while helping to arrange the display of art for the Arts Party for Adults silent auction. Elise is the daughter of Jacques Renault, one of the founding members of the Performing Arts Series. She returns to Socorro every year with her workshop on making “fun, artsy” sunglasses. All items for the silent auction can be viewed and bid on now through Jan. 23 in Macey Center’s upper lobby.

‘Arts Party For Adults’