Santa Fe
Dance
NEW BALLET CLASSES
Classical ballet classes taught by former principal dancer Craig Srebnik. Classes include a complete barre exercise routine; stretching and floor combinations, turns and jumps; the mechanics of ballet movements and proper alignment; musicality; and artistic expression. Through the barre exercises and dance combinations, students also build strength, stamina, suppleness, balance, coordination, grace and poise.
Open to dancers of all levels, including beginners.
505-990-6417--please dial the 505 prefix
Location: Studio East 332 Camino Del Monte Sol Santa Fe, NM
Date: February 16 to December 20
Time: 07:45 pm to 09:15 pm
www.SantaFeBallet.com
Art
Georgia O‘Keeffe Museum Extends Summer Hours for Acclaimed ‘Abstraction’ Exhibit
Between May 29 and Sept. 11, 2010, the museum will remain open until 8 pm on Thursday through Saturday evenings. Abstraction features over 100 abstract works by Georgia O’Keeffe, who is considered by many to be one of the prime abstract artists of the 20th century.
Location: Georgia O\'Keeffe Museum 217 Johnson Street
Date: May 29 to September 11
www.okeeffemuseum.org
Workshops
Bus the Change/Youth Sustainable Empowerment
May through Oct 2010. Rolling admission. An empowerment leadership seminar and NM statewide pilot road tour designed to educate, inspire and catalyze young adults in areas ranging from: ecological stewardship, social justice, nonviolent communication, indigenous ceremony and local foodshed safety. Participants will co-creatively learn these skills and then apply their learning on a 2-3 month pilot service tour. Training modules located at Hummingbird Living School in Mora; service project tour travels throughout NM. (505) 231-5180.
Location: Hummingbird Living School
Date: May 29 to October 29
Time: 09:00 am to 05:00 pm
www.busthechange.org
Theater
Santa Fe Opera/Backstage Tours
The popular behind-the-scenes tours resume. The tours begin at the Box Office and reservations are not needed. The charge for the one hour tour is $5, free for children ages 6-17. Please Note: The Guilds of The Santa Fe Opera will sponsor Opera Insiders, free backstage tours, every Saturday in June, July, and August. There will be entertainment and refreshments on the theater patio at 8:30 AM with tours beginning at 9:00 AM. Information,
Location: Santa Fe Opera
Date: May 31 to August 28
Time: 09:00 am to 11:00 am
www.santafeopera.org
Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company 2010 Summer Season
“A must see!” Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company returns with its unique artistry for its third summer season. Presenting world-class and unparalleled traditional and innovative flamenco live music, song and dance, this young, dynamic company has toured Europe, the Middle East and the United States earning bravo reviews. Recently, some of the companyʼs repertory has been nominated for the Isadora Duncan awards (IZZIES). Artistic Director Juan Siddi presents new stage repertories, costumes, and casts some of the finest flamenco artists from Spain and the US. See website for schedule.
Location: The Lodge at Santa Fe 750 North St. Francis Drive Santa Fe
www.juansiddiflamenco.com
Workshops
How to Transfigure
This one word creates a huge word tree. It is the basis for the 20 years of research about to be released in 4 e-books We Are All Egyptians.
This one word appears only 4 times in all of scripture. The word tree that it forms, tells us exactly what, where, how to transfigure because we, the human kingdom is being transfigured. If we understand and cooperate with the tree the transfiguration goes more smoothly and much quicker. Held on Saturdays. Information, (505) 473-3442.
Location: Daystar of Aldea 58 Avenida Aldea
Date: August 14 to September 11
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
mailto:daystarofaldea@gmail.com
Art
Retro Pets Gallery “Adobe Dogs” Opening
Santa Fe artist Krista Brooks announces the opening of Retro Pets Gallery. The gallery will showcase her vintage graphic inspired artwork, including handmade paintings, framed print multiples, designer handbags, and custom jewelry. Retro Pets began twelve years ago when the artist set up a booth at the Tesuque Flea Market, and has since expanded to be carried by over 350 shops in the U.S. and abroad. Summer Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11:30-5:30. (505) 983-2898. The “Adobe Dogs" show runs August 20 - September 16.
Location: 621 Old Santa Fe Trail, Suite 10 Santa Fe NM
Date: August 20 to September 16
Time: 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm
www.retropets.com
Music
Dave Anderson Gets Getz/Tribute to Stan Getz: Ballads and Bossas
Dave Anderson, longtime teacher and musician of Santa Fe, performs a tribute to his idol, tenor saxophonist Stan Getz. Dave will perform bossas and ballads along with Paula Eastwood, vocalist, Bert Dalton, piano, Jon Gagan, bass and Cal Haines, drums. Songs like “Girl from Ipanema”, “Desafinado” and “Falling in Love” give the audience the Getz flavor that made him so popular. Tickets at the door $12.
Location: Santa Fe Center for Spiritual Lliving 505 Camino de los Marquez
Date: September 12 to September 12
Time: 04:00 pm to 05:30 pm
Theater
BURST - An Explosive One Woman Show
Sparkling with wit and insight, solo performer, Gray de Young takes a hard look at the unexpected sanity that comes from “being crazy.” de Young embodies characters from her life in CA and Vietnam to present us with humor and tragedy, desperation and salvation, madness & modern life—and asks us whether or not they are different. BURST shows how our losses in life can be divine catalysts for us to embark upon the oldest journey of all: the journey to True Self. September 17, 18 and 24, 25. $15 online, $20 at the door.
Location: Armory for the Arts 1050 Old Pecos Trail
Date: September 17 to September 17
www.grayperforms.com/event
Music
The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus 2010-2011 Season Opener
Featuring the 2009 Van Cliburn Gold Medalist, Van Cliburn Gold Medal Winner, Hoachen Zhang on piano. Enjoy Dukas’ FanFare to La Peri, Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8, and the highly acclaimed Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 3.
Location: The Lensic - 211 San Fancisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: September 19 to September 19
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Workshops
SF Alliance Lunch/JGreen Marketing for your Business
Caroline Parrs of Mind Over Market will give an engaging presentation titled, Kermit is Dead: Effective Messaging in the Maturing Green Market. Carolyn is a Certified Marketing and Business Coach and works one-on-one with entrepreneurs and executives internationally. She is also the co-author of the forthcoming book, The Tao and the How of Green Marketing. Space is limited, call Saro at 989-5362 to RSVP. Members, $15; non $20. Include lunch.
Location: The Cowgirl Mustang Room
Date: September 21 to September 21
Time: 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm
www.SantaFeAlliance.com
Music
Piano Icons/Tribute to Oscar Peterson
The monthly Tribute Trio Concert Series continues with a performance of the original music and arrangements of jazz piano composer icon Oscar Peterson. His incredible technical prowess, and indeed his prodigious abilities at the piano, are the challenge invited by Santa Fe trio pianist John Rangel. The complex arrangements along with their bouncy swing feel and melodic conception also bring out the best in the trio's bassist Michael Glynn and drummer Cal Haines. This is new fare at the delicious La Casa Sena Cantina. $20 ticket. Reservations 988-9232.
Location: La Casa Sena Cantina 125 E. Palace Avenue
Date: September 26 to September 26
Time: 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm
www.tributetrio.com
Art
Native Treasures Collectors’ Sale
“This is a wonderful way for collectors to make room for some new purchases and for people interested in Indian art to come and find some treasures at good prices,” explains Jane Buchsbaum, Co-Chair of the event. “You know that the pieces represent authentic, high quality Native art because we’ve only asked collectors who we’re familiar with to put pieces into the sale.” Featuring: All pieces from known collectors in order to ensure authenticity and quality. Artwork ranging from historic pieces to very contemporary. Jewelry, pottery, rugs, baskets, katsinas and more.
Location: Meem Auditorium, Laboratory of Anthropology 708 Camino Lejo
Date: September 26 to September 26
Time: 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
www.nativetresuressantafe.org
Music
Warm Trombone and Tenor Jazz Sound Brightens An October Afternoon
Trombonist John Leisenring, retired music Professor Emeritus from University of Missouri at Kansas City, has gathered forces with Santa Fe woodwind favorite Dave Anderson and a stellar rhythm section to perform songs by such jazz giants as Golson, Mingus, Mitchell, Monk and others. “The Mighty Quintet” promises a memorable concert of warm trombone-tenor sound, great arrangements and improvisational musician dynamics in the church's light-filled, acoustically pleasing setting. Leisenring is the principal trombonist with Concordia Santa Fe and an international performer. $20 suggested donation.
Location: United Church of Santa Fe 1804 Arroyo Chamiso near St. Michael's Dr.
Date: October 03 to October 03
Time: 04:00 pm to 05:30 pm
www.calhaines.com
Chakra Rhythm Drumming and Dancing - an Experiential Event
The Santa Fe Harmony Center drum choir will perform seven rhythms that resonate with each of the chakras. Audience members will be encouraged to dance or accompany the drummers with rattles and other percussive instruments. Additional music will feature Jim Kinney on Native Flutes. $10/adult and $5/under 18 years. All proceeds will be donated to the Center for Spiritual Living for upgrading the Center's audio-visual equipment.
Location: Santa Fe Center for Spiritual Living 505 Camino De Los Marquez
Date: October 09 to October 09
Time: 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm
www.santafeharmonycenter.com
Piano Icons/Free Concert of the Music of Bebopper Thelonious Monk
St. John’s College presents the next in the Tribute Trio Concert Series, music of jazz piano composer icon Thelonious Monk. Pieces like “Trinkle Tinkle” and “Evidence” have the same harmonic boldness and rhythmic complexity as his playing, while works like "Round Midnight" demonstrate that Monk could write in a typically beautiful style when the mood struck him. John Rangel, piano, Michael Glynn, bass, and Cal Haines, drums perform entire concerts of a single composer's original compositions for audiences of all ages to experience this fantastic music and learn more about jazz history. Free!
Location: St. John’s College 1160 Camino Cruz Blanca Great Hall
Date: October 10 to October 10
Time: 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm
www.tributetrio.com
Experience the African Djembe Drum
Djembe Drummin Workshop at the Santa Fe Harmony Center! Learn basic hand drumming techniques and how to play a 4-part rhythm. Experience the fun of a drum circle! Watch a demonstration on how to tune and make a djembe. No prior drumming experience necessary. You can bring your own drum or use one of ours. Cost is $20.
Location: 27 Two Trails Road Santa Fe NM
Date: October 16 to October 16
Time: 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm
www.santafeharmonycenter.com
Santa Fe Symphony Family Adventure - Voyages of Discovery: The Planets
Approximately one-hour long, enjoy this unique presentation of Hols’s The Planets, accompanied by stunning projection images of the Solar System and preceded by a brief introduction by Dr. José Francisco Salgado of Chicago’s Adler Planetarium. Lose yourself in acoustic ruminations of the universe while delighting in the magical views. This amazing concert will also feature Debussy’s Nocturnes.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: October 30 to October 30
Time: 04:00 pm to 05:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony Family Adventure - Voyages of Discovery: The Planets
A unique performance of Holst’s The Planets accompanied by stunning projection images of the Solar System, choreographed by Dr. José Francisco Salgado of Chicago’s Adler Planetarium. Lose yourself in acoustic ruminations of the universe while delighting in the magical views. This amazing concert will also feature Debussy’s Nocturnes.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: October 31 to October 31
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony Musical Feast: Handel’s Messiah
Don’t miss the Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus’ acclaimed annual performance of Handel’s Messiah, featuring the full symphony and chorus, with Guest Conductor Tom Hall, Choral Director Linda Raney, and acclaimed guest soloists: Martha Guth, soprano, Katherine Drago, mezzo-soprano, Jorge Prego, tenor, and Stephen Morscheck, bass-baritone.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: November 21 to November 21
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony Christmas Delights
Bring the family and add a jolly spring to your step this holiday season as you join the Santa Fe Symphony for a wonderful afternoon of Christmas favorites! This special performance will feature Yon’s Jesu Bambino, Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, Anderson’s A Christmas Festival, Arnold’s The Holly and the Ivy: Carol Fantasy, and Gossec’s Christmas Suite.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St. Santa Fe NM
Date: December 19 to December 19
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony / Berlioz, Barber and Brahms
The best things come in three! The Santa Fe Symphony is proud to present an evening of BERLIOZ; Rob Roy Overture; BARBER; Violin Concerto; and BRAHMS; Symphony No. 4, performed by acclaimed violinist Michael Ludwig.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: January 23 to January 23
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony / Jazz Meets the Classics
One of the most dynamic and influential musicians of our time, Danilo Pérez, joins the Santa Fe Symphony along with the Grammy Award Winning Danilo Pérez Trio. Enjoy music from Pérez’s CD “Across the Crystal Sea,” such as If I Forget You on a theme by Rachmaninov, Purple Color on a theme by de Falla, and the Brazilian influenced Le boeuf sur le toit by Darius Milhaud. Following this spectacular evening, is a dinner/dance party…not to be missed!
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: February 20 to February 20
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony / Spring Inspiration
Luigi Cherubini was regarded by Beethoven as the greatest of his contemporaries. On March 27th, the Santa Fe Symphony along with the full Symphony Chorus, is thrilled to present “Spring Inspiration” featuring Cherubini’s Requiem Mass, directed by Linda Raney. The Symphony will also perform one of Beethoven’s greatest musical works—Symphony No. 5. This will be an absolutely brilliant performance, one not to be missed!
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
Date: March 27 to March 27
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony / Beethoven Marathon
Join the Santa Fe Symphony for part one of a Beethoven Marathon this weekend featuring internationally renowned pianist Anton Kuerti, quoted by The Boston Globe as being “…one of the best interpreters of Beethoven around.” For Saturday’s concert, Mr. Kuerti will be performing Piano Concerti 3, 2, and 4 along with the full Symphony orchestra.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St. Santa Fe NM
Date: May 21 to May 21
Time: 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
Santa Fe Symphony / Beethoven Marathon
Our season finale! Join the Santa Fe Symphony for part two of a Beethoven Marathon featuring famed pianist Anton Kuerti, quoted by The Boston Globe as being “…one of the best interpreters of Beethoven around.” For this final performance of the Symphony’s wonderful 27th season, Mr. Kuerti will bring you Piano Concerti No. 1 and 5.
Location: The Lensic 211 San Francisco St. Santa Fe NM
Date: May 22 to May 22
Time: 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
www.santafesymphony.org
North of Santa Fe
Dance
Buffalo Thunder Resort/ All Summer CALQL8RZ Fridays and Saturdays
Get your geek on. Presenting Buffalo Thunder’s newest house band, The Calql8trs: it’s 80s pop—with pocket protectors. Flashback to the days of parachute pants and leg warmers while you jam out with these fun, fashionless geeks with guitars. Rock out with Iggy, the computer nerd with a secret passion for music, and Landon Debonair, the tie-dyed, peace-loving activist with a heart for music and no sense of style. These geeks are ready to have you dancing (and rolling) in the aisles! Catch The Calql8trs at the Blue Tower Lounge and the Turquoise Trail this summer.
Location: Buffalo Thunder Resort
Time: 09:00 pm to 12:00 am
www.buffalothunderresort.com
Eldorado
Music
Friday Markets & Music at The Agora
Join us every Friday afternoon/evening in the courtyard of the Agora Market at Rt 285 & Avenida Vista Grande for live music and an art market. Starting at 4pm with over 15 artists exhibiting their work--everything from furniture to jewelry, pottery to animal portraiture--and at 5pm live music with food and drink for all untill 9pm under the portal. Great energy for the whole family!!! Music acts vary each week with monthly themed nights featuring the super high energy of DJ Donna Every.
Check out The Agora market website for current details.
Location: Rt 285 & Avenida Vista Grande Eldorado, Santa Fe
Date: July 23 to October 01
Time: 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm
Animals/Pets
New Dog Training Center in Eldorado!
TOTALLY AWESOME DOGS!, LLC will be moving to its permanent location in La Tienda (across from the Agora) sometime in early September. Many types of classes are offered including manners, agility, CGC and dancing with your dog. You don’t need to know how to dance to participate. In the future there will be workshops and events. Check our website often for the latest schedules, information, and upcoming events. We’re currently in our temporary space across from Gene's Sandwich Shop in La Tienda.
Location: Next to Spin Doc Bicycles Suite B3 in La Tienda
Date: August 21 to December 31
www.totallyawesomedogs.com
Workshops
Vista Grande Public Library/Creative Writing for Teens
Led by published young-adult novelist Alexandra Diaz. Saturdays throughout September. Information, (505) 466-7323.
Location: Vista Grande Public Library 2 Avenida Torreon
Date: September 04 to September 25
Time: 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm
www.vglibrary.org
Art
Art Show and Opening Reception at La Tienda Exhibit Space
A multi-media art show entitled "Four Directions" will be held at The La Tienda Exhibit Space. This exhibit features four New Mexican artists working in diverse styles. Works include silk paintings by Sande Anderson, oil paintings and monotypes by Maureen Howles, mixed media abstractions by Mary Ann Jackson, and large scale acrylic works and sculpture by Kathamann. Opening Reception: September 11 from 5-7 pm. Hours: Fridays, 2 to 7 pm, Saturdays, 12 to 5 pm, By Appointment: (505) 466-2206.
Location: 7 Caliente Road at the corner of Vista Grande and Highway 285 Eldorado, NM
Date: September 11 to October 12
latiendaeldorado.com
Public
Vista Grande Public Library/Book Donation Day
Bring your used books to the Library.
Location: Vista Grande Public Library 2 Avenida Torreon
Date: September 11 to September 11
Time: 09:00 am to 12:00 pm
www.vglibrary.org
Taos
Art
Taos Artist, Ginger Mongiello, Exhibiting New Paintings and Photography at Stables Gallery
Taos artist, Ginger Mongiello, will be exhibiting new paintings and photography at the Stables Art Center, in Taos, from September 14 through September 21, 2010. Her paintings are charged with bold gesture and color, while her recent photography reflects the dynamic movement and patterns of plants and flowers captured in water. There will be an artist’s reception on Saturday, September 18, 5–7pm, followed by the artist’s gallery talk on Sunday, September 19, 4-5pm at the Stables Center. More info at gingermo@taosnet.com or call the TCA at (575) 758-2052.
Location: The Stables Art Center 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM
Date: September 14 to September 21
www.gingermongiello.com
Eldorado
Business
Vista Grande Public Library/Volunteers Meeting
Your Library needs you. This is a great way to get started as a VGPL volunteer.
Location: Vista Grande Public Library 2 Avenida Torreon
Date: September 14 to September 14
Time: 09:00 am to 10:00 am
www.vglibrary.org
Art
Vista Grande Public Library/Book Artist Joy Campbell Speaks
Through cutting, tearing, folding, burning, drilling, gluing or painting, she transforms ordinary, well-worn, loved books into dynamic sculptural forms. She works only with old books that have deteriorated until they are no longer readable. “I transform the remains and give the book a new purpose, a new soul, an authentic artistic new life.” Campbell has studied at University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, and at Santa Fe Community College. All library programs are free, and are held at VGPL unless otherwise noted. Information, (505) 466-7323.
Location: Vista Grande Public Library 2 Avenida Torreon
Date: September 23 to September 23
Time: 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm
www.vglibrary.org
North of Santa Fe
Festivals
Santa Fe Concorso for the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Fe
Premier automotive gathering of exotic and rare cars, will be held at the Pueblo of Pojoaque’s legendary La Mesita property. Weekend events include a Friday night welcome reception for entrants, judges and VIPs; an optional Saturday road tour on the High Road to Taos; and the Sunday Concorso with VIP lunch poolside. The Sunday, September 26 event will include judging and awards for the field of 50 juried cars. Displays of specialty car clubs with vendor booths. All events are free to show entrants. General admission is $45.
Location: La Mesita
Date: September 24 to September 26
www.santafeconcorso.com
Eldorado
Movies
Vista Grande Public Library/Family Movie Night presents “Earth”
Walt Disney Studios’ “Earth,” is the Family Movie Night presentation on September 24 at 7 p.m. A feature-length version of the BBC’s dazzling “Planet Earth” documentary series, its breathtaking images include whales cavorting in the oceans, rivers crashing down mountain-high falls, migration patterns of various animal species, and much more. Always underlying these stunning images is an awareness of the damage Man has inflicted on this beauty. James Earl Jones narrates.
Location: Vista Grande Public Library 2 Avenida Torreon
Date: September 24 to September 24
Time: 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm
www.vglibrary.org
