Dragons converge at the Library

Ruidoso artist, Carla Morrow, a.k.a. the Dragon Lady., is the current artist displaying prints of her paintings at the library.  She has provided coloring sheets for the kids, too.   (Coloring pages located on the bookshelf below the prints on the wall.)   Prints of her paintings are available for purchase at her website: www.dragonladyart.com   The prints will be on display through June 30th.

Carla explains her magical attraction to dragons.  "Dragons hold a unique position in my heart.   They are one of the few truly universal icons and images for all mankind.  Dragons existed in every culture as far back as I could find in my research.  Religion, philosophy, myth and even history all carried allusions of the dragon. 
"Even today, the dragon still has a firm grip on our waking and sleeping minds.  Through the written word, games movies and advertisements, dragons fly through our imaginations and sing in our hearts."

 

Baby dragons or young Dragonlings started finding their way out of the Fairyrelm through Carls's paintings in 2013.  She calls this group  Little Wings Dragons™.  Her future project involves crowd funding for a dragonling plush and coloring books.

Plant & Garden Sale a Success - - A lot of green to be seen!

Plants in the Library - SO pretty!

Buyers swarm the check out station

Flowers in the library -ahhhh

The plant MUST match the shirt

Not 2 Shabby Shoppe in the Smokey Bear Parade May 2

Book Club book for Thursday, May 7

The book club meets the first Thursday of every month at 10:00 a.m. at the library.  On May 7, they will be discussing The Son by Phillip Meyer.  Everyone is welcome to come to the library and join in the discussion.

June Book: Catching Genius by Kristy Kiernan

REMEMBER: May 2 Plant & Garden Sale

AND bake sale AND Mom's day gifts AND, as always on the first Saturday of the month, $5-a-bag Book Sale.

Come early for the best selection 8am - 2 pm

FYI- Announcement from our new neighbor library to the WEST

Annual Plant & Garden Sale: May 2

8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come early to get the best selection!

April brings great things to your library

April is Amnesty Month.  Bring back your overdue books and no overdue fines will be charged.  This is a good time to check your book cases, under the kid's beds, your DVD storage area, etc.

$1 a bag book sale every Saturday in April.  Enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies as you peruse the sale books.  Library is open 10am to 2pm on Saturdays.

SAVE THE DATE - MAY 2, Smokey Bear Days and the Capitan Library fantastic ANNUAL PLANT SALE!  (You know it will be more than plants.)

Don't forget First Friday Event: April 3rd

Gary Cozzens will show photos and talk about his new book, Tres Ritos, at 7 p.m.   You can read more about the event on the blog at http://capitanlibrary.blogspot.com/2015/03/april-first-friday-april-3-at-7-pm.html

As always, refreshments will be served after the presentation and Gary will have his books available for you to purchase.

SPECIAL COMMUNITY MEETING AT CAPITAN SCHOOLS ON THURSDAY, APRIL 16 AT 6 PM

To be held at the Traylor Gym at the Capitan Schools.   Sponsored by the Capitan Conservation Group.

FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING  AT CAPITAN SCHOOLS,  HOW IT AFFECTS YOU.

 There will be a presentation on the forthcoming Bond issue to be voted upon May 12 and what the funds would be used for. How does this affect you? Also, hear information about the present construction, followed by a Question and Answer forum.

Also, introducing Ms. Amber Watts, the new Nurse Practitioner from the Capitan Clinic with a presentation on Wellness with Medicare and information on the Lincoln County Community Assistance Program.

INFORMATION YOU MAY NOT BE AWARE OF REGARDING WELLNESS SERVICES AVAILABLE TO YOU.

April First Friday - April 3 at 7 p.m.

Discover the Three Rivers Area with Gary Cozzens

Join us at the Capitan Public Library on Friday, April 3, at 7 p.m. for the April First Friday event: local historian and author, Gary Cozzens, introducing and discussing his latest book, Tres Ritos.     

In Tres Ritos, Cozzens tells the stories of a small but intriguing place in New Mexico history.  He will share with the audience snippets and photographs from his book to intrigue us to further discover the one-thousand years of fascinating history flowing from the Three Rivers Valley in New Mexico. 

Tres Ritos was first settled by the Jornada Mogollon in AD 900, and these ancient farmers left their presence in the form of more than twenty-one thousand petroglyphs along a mile-long ridge.   The valley was visited by Spanish explorers in the 1600s and became the homeland of the Mescalero Apache about the same time. 

Patrick Coghlan, the “Cattle King of Tularosa,” built a major ranch here with his cattle being supplied by Billy the Kid.  Susan McSween Barber, the widow of Alexander McSween of Lincoln County War fame, prospered here as the “Cattle Queen of New Mexico".  Albert Fall, infamous for his participation in the Tea Pot Dome scandal, owned Coghlan’s ranch.  There are many more historical tales and photographs to discover  in Tres Rios.   

 A native New Mexican, Gary Cozzens grew up in Portales, graduated from Portales High School and Eastern New Mexico University earning a double major in history and political science.  Following graduation he served in the United States Marine Corps for a total of 24 years, including Operation Desert Storm, and retired as a Major in 1999. 

Cozzens is currently the Manager of Lincoln Historic Site in Lincoln, New Mexico.  He is a member of the Lincoln County Historical Society, the Museum of New Mexico Foundation, the Lincoln County Site Watch program and a member of the Historical Society of New Mexico and the Friends of Historic Lincoln. 

Cozzens is the author of the books The Nogal Mesa and Capitan, published by The History Press. 

Refreshments will be served following the book presentation.  

Tres Ritos books will be available for the audience to purchase and have signed by the author.

For more information call Capitan Public Library at 575-354-3035.  

 The library is located at 101 E. 2nd Street, Capitan, NM.  Visit us online at:  www.capitanlibrary.org  OR www.capitanlibrary.blogspot.com  
   

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John Soden's Photographs currently on display at the Library

 Come see the beautiful photographs of local freelance photographer, John Soden.  See more of his photographs at: www.weaselvideoproductions.com
 If you are interested in purchasing any of the limited edition photographs, contact John at his studio:

Weasel Productions of New Mexico

1086 State Highway 48

Alto, New Mexico  88312 

 (575) 336-2155 or 937-1441

 John Soden captures our local scenery and events with an insightful, natural artistic eye.  Be sure to stop by the library to view his wonderful photographs.

John Soden with Sierra Blanca in Ruidoso, New Mexico

We all live in a watershed. Learn more about your watershed

A Watershed Moment: Stakeholders and Stewardship of Lincoln County Water Basins When Friday March 13, 2015 from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM MDT Add to Calendar Where Ruidoso Convention Center 111 Sierra Blanca Drive Ruidoso, NM 88345 Driving Directions Drought, fire and population growth are just some of the factors affecting the Upper Hondo watershed. In order to address the challenges Lincoln County faces, ENMU-Ruidoso Community Education is focusing on watersheds for its annual Forest Health conference. "A Watershed Moment: Stakeholders and Stewardship of Lincoln County Water Basins" will be held Friday, March 13 at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Several speakers will give presentations on a wide range of topics concerning watersheds beginning at 9:00 am and lasting through 4:30 pm. The talks will be free and open to the public. The Little Bear fire coalesced several groups into working together and towards substantive change. The college's Forest Health series has allowed several local experts to offer myriad perspectives to treatments and plans as well as problems that still need to be addressed. The conference will build on those relationships and public outreach efforts. Sessions will attempt to explain what makes up a watershed, including the definition of aquifer, the dynamics of recharge, ground versus surface water, the health of the Rio Ruidoso, Rio Bonito, Rio Hondo as well as smaller tributaries such as Eagle and Salado Creeks and water restoration projects that are taking place. The conference will also delve into rangeland management. Sid Goodloe is scheduled to speak, and a tour of his ranch is being arranged. Get more information Register Now! I can't make it Register Today! ENMU-Ruidoso Community Education ENMU-Ruidoso coda.omness@enmu.edu 575-257-3012

Armed Services Blood Program and Holloman Blood Drive

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- The Armed Services Blood Program and Holloman will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, March 10, at the Community Activity Center from 10 am until 2 pm.

"The goal for this drive is 50 donations," said Tech. Sgt. Chelsie Davia with the 49th Medical Group. "The past few drives we have reached 45, so we really would like to break 50."

There is a potential to accept 60 donors over the four-hour drive with all units collected going directly to benefit active duty servicemembers and their families. Donations ensure life-saving blood products are available whenever and wherever servicemembers and their families are in need.

"With all the military operations going on in the world today, there is an increased need for blood," Davia said. "This program provides an opportunity for servicemembers, their families and civilians to support our military in a definitive, meaningful way."

The ASBP is the official U.S. military blood program and collects a list from units deployed overseas of what types and how much blood is needed. Once they've sent the requested amount, the remaining blood goes into a pool that is then distributed as needed to different military treatment facilities throughout the Armed Forces.

"You have what it takes to save three lives with a single donation," Davia said. "By giving a little of yourself, your donation gives sick or injured troops and their families a second chance at life."

All Team Holloman members are encouraged to donate and possibly save the life of a servicemember serving their country. Additionally, anyone with a United States government identification card and access to Holloman is invited to take part. ID card holders may escort friends, neighbors or family members to the blood drive.
Eligibility requirements can be found at www.militaryblood.dod.mil/Donors/can_i_donate.aspx.

Most healthy adults are eligible to give blood, however, there are some reasons a person may be deferred from donating temporarily, indefinitely or permanently. Deferral criteria have been established for the protection of those donating and for those receiving transfusions in accordance with the Food and Drug Administration regulatory requirements, AABB standards and Department of Defense policies.

Walk-ins are welcome for the blood drive; however, appointments can be made on the Armed Services Blood Program website, www.militaryblood.dod.mil. The website also contains information on requirements to donate and a list of upcoming drives.

For additional information and photos, please visit the Holloman Web site at www.holloman.af.mil.

CORRECTION - NOT 2 Shabby Shop MARCH SALE

The Half Price sale the first two weeks of MARCH is ONLY ADULT CLOTHING.

And the FREE clothing the last two weeks of March is ALL Clothing.

Not 2 Shabby Shop - MARCH MADNESS!

At least it appears they've gone mad.  Their March sale is:

 EVERYTHING HALF OFF during the first two weeks of March. 










Then, CHECK THIS OUT, the last two weeks of March ALL clothing is free, free, FREE!. Jackets, shirts, pants, suits, shoes, bags, sleepwear, dresses, skirts, blouses.

ALL CLOTHING.

You definitely can't miss this.

First Friday, March 6 - A review from University of N.M. Press on Caffey's book

...

Chasing the Santa Fe Ring: Power and Privilege in Territorial New Mexico  David L. Caffey

Winner of the 2014 Southwest Book Award from the Border Regional Library Association
 
Anyone who has even a casual acquaintance with the history of New Mexico in the nineteenth century has heard of the Santa Fe Ring—seekers of power and wealth in the post–Civil War period famous for public corruption and for dispossessing landholders. Surprisingly, however, scholars have alluded to the Ring but never really described this shadowy entity, which to this day remains a kind of black hole in New Mexico’s territorial history. David Caffey looks beyond myth and symbol to explore its history. Who were its supposed members, and what did they do to deserve their unsavory reputation? Were their actions illegal or unethical? What were the roles of leading figures like Stephen B. Elkins and Thomas B. Catron? What was their influence on New Mexico’s struggle for statehood? Caffey’s book tells the story of the rise and fall of this remarkably durable alliance.

ACCLAIM:

“Caffey offers a thorough study of one of the most notorious political machines of the nineteenth-century American West.”

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Choice

$5-a-Bag BOOK SALE- Saturday, March 7

On Saturdays, we're open 10 am to 2 pm.  Come get some great books.

Discount Alert for older adults

Every month Walgreen's has a "Seniors Day" offering 20% off regular-priced merchandise.  For March, the date is March 3rd.  A senior is anyone 55+ or an AARP member. You must have their Balance Reward Card to take advantage of this discount..

Learn more about Immunizations at the Ruidoso Community Center on Wednesday, Feb 25 @ 11am

Walgreens Pharmacy Manager Sheri Schramm and Store Manager David Bustamante will be doing a presentation here at the Ruidoso Community Center.  The presentation will be to discuss some facts about immunizations and need-to-know information on today's vaccines.             

The presentation is on Wednesday February 25, 2015 at 11:00am.  Please try to attend this presentation to get the most up-to-date information on immunizations. 

The Ruidoso Community Center is located at 501 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso.  For more information call

Phone: (575)257-4565   Fax: (575)257-9756

First Friday March 6 at 7 pm

David L. Caffey is the author of Chasing the Santa Fe Ring: Power and Privilege in Territorial New Mexico, a ground­breaking study of the noted political and business combination that dominated New Mexico during much of the last half of the nineteenth century. Published by the University of New Mexico Press, the book is a recipient of the 2014 Southwest Book Award presented by the Border Regional Library Association.

A native of West Texas, Caffey has spent the last thirty­-three years in New Mexico as a college and university administrator and a writer and researcher specializing in regional history and culture. He is the author of five books, including Land of Enchantment, Land of Conflict: New Mexico in English ­Language Fiction and Frank Springer and New Mexico: From the Colfax County War to the Emergence of Modern Santa Fe, both from Texas A&M University Press.

Caffey was introduced to the history and outdoors of New Mexico as a Scout and later a
twelve ­year staff member at Philmont Scout Ranch, including four summers as Philmont’s Chief Ranger. He later served as Director of the University of New Mexico’s Harwood Library and Museum in Taos, and as an administrator at San Juan College in Farmington, and at Clovis Community College. He is currently chair of the New Mexico State Library Commission and a member of the board of the Historical Society of New Mexico. Caffey lives with his wife, Mary, in Clovis.

Caffey’s presentation at the Capitan Public Library will focus on the varied political and
business activities of men commonly associated with the Santa Fe Ring, including involvement
of alleged Ring members in the Lincoln County War.

Please join us at the library at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6.  Refreshments will follow the event.

Valentine's Day gift items available

Come find something nice for your sweetie 

and support the library!

AARP Free Tax Assistance at the Library on Monday, Feb. 23

      You need to call or come in to make an appointment BEFORE Monday, Feb. 23. There is a form you need to fill out and bring with you the day of the appointment, as well as all your other important forms, tax documents, etc. The AARP assistants will at the Library 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  

$5-a-Bag BOOK SALE-- Saturday, Feb. 7

We're open 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday.

Medicare Seminar Monday, Feb 2 at 10 am at the Capitan Library

 Now is the time to make changes in your plan.  Attend & learn.

Now until February 14 is the time to make changes in your Medicare plan.  Free seminars are being held at Capitan Public Library, Monday, February 2 at 10:00 am, and at the Alamogordo Senior Center, Tuesday, February 3, at 10:00 a.m.  Free information is available by phone or in person by calling Fran Altieri, Licensed Insurance Agent, at 575-973-0571.  Fran will also be available from 11 am to 1 pm Saturday, January 24, at 407 Central Ave (Dark Horse/Soul of the West Shop) with free information.

Investment Fraud Prevention presentation Friday, Jan. 9 at Ruidoso Community Center

New Mexico Regulations and Licensing Department- Securities Division will be doing a presentation at the Ruidoso Community Center on Friday, January 9, 2015, at 9:00am.  This presentation is to educate people how to avoid financial predators.  This presentation will give the community info on fraud prevention, identity theft, and how to protect investments.  This presentation is free to anyone that wants to attend, so please take the time to come to the Center to find out more information on how to protect you and your loved ones from financial fraud.

 For more information you can visit the website at www.redflagsnm.com or call 1-800-704-5533. 

 See you all Friday!

Anthony Montes

Community Center Supervisor

501 Sudderth Drive

Ruidoso NM 88345

Phone: (575)257-4565

Fax: (575)257-9756

College math class offered in Carrizozo

ENMU-Ruidoso to Offer Math Class in Carrizozo

Preparatory Algebra, a four-credit college class, will be given in Carrizozo this

 spring semester. 

The class will be taught by John Hemphill and will take place Monday evenings

 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm  in Carrizozo schools classroom 407. 

Spring semester begins January 19 and ends May 15.

The last day to register is January 21. Tuition depends on residency. 

While the course material may seem daunting, the impetus to holding an algebra class in Carrizozo is to allow students contemplating college to experience representative content and what a course load in addition to working entails. 

A previous class taught by Hemphill resulted in a high success rate; one that it is hoped will be repeated this semester. 

There are no math prerequisites, but students should be prepared to dedicate the time and effort necessary both in and outside of the classroom in order to pass this course.

First-time, degree-seeking college students will need to make an appointment with an advisor at the 709 Mechem campus location in Ruidoso.

 Returning students may register online.

 For more information, please call ENMU-Ruidoso at 575 257-2120.

Employment Services in Capitan

WHERE: Capitan Public Library
WHEN: Every 2nd Thursday of the month from 3pm to 5pm.
DATES:  January 08, 2015
                Future dates TBA

BRANDIE YOXALL
Employment Specialist
Lincoln County Work Force Connection
201 White Mountain Dr.
Ruidoso, NM  88345
575-258-1730

We are here to help you!

Holiday schedule for the Library and N2SS

So all the volunteers can enjoy the holidays with their families, the Library will be CLOSED Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, December 24-26.  We will be open Saturday, December 27, 10am to 2pm.  For New Year's, the Library will be closed: Wednesday, December 31 & Thursday, January 1, 2015.

Not 2 Shabby Shop will be closed Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, December 24-27.

  BUT....the days before Christmas, N2SS WILL be OPEN Monday & Tuesday,  December 22 & 23, -  with a BLOW OUT SALE to get all those last minute Christmas gifts!

Happy Holidays to all!

Count down to Christmas - BLOW OUT SALE!

N2SS WILL be OPEN Monday & Tuesday,  December 22 & 23 -  with a BLOW OUT SALE  so you can get all those last minute Christmas gifts!  The shop will be closed the rest of the week.

Cowboy Santa came to town!

Photos taken by Gerald Garrett of the Saturday, December 13, Capitan Cowboy Santa parade. 

Santa's headed for the Library!  He's riding in the rig furnished by Linda Pirtle and driven by driver, Ernest.

$100 prize for best entry went to the Capitan School Band under the direction of Dwayne Shaver. 

Capitan Library Book Club with banner carried by Linda Oxsheer (L) and Nadetter Welterlin-Hugg (R)

Hummer Family visiting with Santa

Cowboy Santa Parade

A Wonderful Holiday Bazaar

Checking out

 Even if you missed the Holiday Bazaar last Saturday, there are still many wonderful items and See's Candy available for purchase until Christmas.  Thank you everyone making this a successful day of fund raising for the Library.

legs for wreath cost extra

Santa corner

Beautiful scarves

Always popular jewelry table

The selection of goodies was awesome.

Holiday Bazaar - don't miss it!

Cowboy Santa Parade Saturday, Dec. 13 at 12:30

Entry forms available at the library.  $100 prize for best entry.

Don't miss the Cowboy Santa Parade on Saturday, Dec. 13 @ 12:30

Winter Hours

The Not Too Shabby Shop will close at 5:30 p.m. (instead of  6) on Thursdays through the winter.

The library will go to winter hours of closing at 5:30 p.m. starting December 2.

Book Club meeting Dec. 4 @ 10:30 AM

Thursday, December 4, @ 10:30 a.m. Book Club members bring a list of recommended books that might make good gifts. Give your list to Joyce Davies as you come in, and she will make copies for the group.  Nadette volunteered to bring refreshments for the meeting.    

Christmas Tree Permits Available

Holiday Bazaar is almost here!

Capitan Library Holiday Bazaar - Saturday, December 6 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Come find something unique and special for your Christmas presents.  You will be pleased with the variety of hand-made gifts, ornaments, knitted items and jewelry.  Also available will be the ever-popular See's candy and delicious baked goods.  Come early for the best selection.  All proceeds support the Capitan Public Library.

Employment Services in Capitan

WHERE: Capitan Public Library
WHEN: Every 2nd Thursday of the month from 3pm to 5pm.
DATES:  December 11, 2014
                January 08, 2015
                Future dates TBA

BRANDIE YOXALL
Employment Specialist
Lincoln County Work Force Connection
201 White Mountain Dr.
Ruidoso, NM  88345
575-258-1730

We are here to help you!