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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Save the Date: Sunday, March 31, 2 pm We're going to Shanghai with Carl and Toni Stubbs

Capitan Public Library invites you to take a tour of Shanghai with Carl and Toni Stubbs on Sunday, March 31 at 2 pm

Shanghai literally means "on the sea". Elevation is 4 meters

This past year, the Stubbs traveled to Shanghai to visit their son, Evan and his wife, Jennifer. Formerly a librarian at both Ruidoso & Albuquerque Public Libraries, Jennifer took a job with the New York University, Shanghai campus in 2017, opening the opportunity for the Stubbs to travel halfway across the world to this city of 26.32 million

Shanghai is also called the Oriental Paris

Carl and Toni share photos and the logistics of traveling to and touring around Shanghai. They walked (a lot), rode the magnetic levitation train, subways, taxis, scooters and bicycles to negotiate the streets to visit museums, art galleries, gardens and parks, temples, markets, a Communist memorial, an ancient walled city and an ancient water town.

Qibao ancient water town

Come learn all about their world-wind trip with a unique insider's view from their kids living there.

Both Carl and Toni are Capitan Library volunteers.
Refreshments afterwards.
For more information call Capitan Public Library at 575-354-3035.
The library is located at 101 E. 2nd Street, Capitan, NM.

Jade Buddha Temple

Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Final clearing out of Winter to make room for Spring

At the Not 2 Shabby Shop, an enterprise of the Capitan Public Library

For the next two weeks, March 21 - 30

ALL CLOTHING FREE!

Located at 217 Lincoln Ave, near the library 575-354-0149

HOURS: Thursday 10 am to 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am to 4 pm
Saturday 10 am to 4 pm

ATTN: Homeschoolers - Spencer Theater Class Acts on April 2

Call & reserve your $5 tickets for the April 2 show. Two showtimes to choose: 10:30 am & 12:30 pm

Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts •
108 Spencer Road • Alto, New Mexico
(888) 818-7872 & (575) 336-4800 • Email boxoffice@spencertheater.com

Warning! Important Drug Recall Notice

*B/P drug Losartan has been recalled. Contact Pharmacy to see if your Rx is involved.
Lynne Jeffrey thought it was important to get the word out to all of you

Synopsis of Lynne Jeffrey's program at Creative Aging

Lynne is a volunteer with CPL/N2SS. Her talk at Creative Aging on Holistic Pain Management was insightful and informative.

CREATIVE AGING MEETING

March 18, 2019

CONTACT PERSON: CLARA FARAH

ARTICLE WRITER: HOLLY BRADEN (braden_holly@yahoo.com)

Creative Aging’s March meeting at Eastern New Mexico University –Ruidoso was a discussion of Holistic Pain Management presented by Lynne Jeffrey, a registered

nurse with a license in holistic medicine. She presented the Holistic Circle, which divided

people’s lives into three parts: mental, physical, and emotional. All parts are equally important,

and if people concentrate on the parts of the circle that are strongest, the weakest parts of the

circle will repair themselves. Jeffrey suggested that we all journal every day. This journal should

include our medications, our pain levels, our energy levels, our exercise times, our food & drink

intake, and our social times. It is a way of comparing and identifying the weaknesses in our

holistic circle. Chronic pain is increased or decreased by diet, hydration, social interaction,

depression, exercise, faith, rest, and cleanliness. Ms. Jeffrey suggested to the group of 50

participants that we could manage and control chronic pain by taking charge of our lives and

discussing alternatives to the sole use of prescription drugs with our medical providers.

The next Creative Aging program will be a panel discussion of Domestic Abuse. The group will

meet at ENMU-Ruidoso on March 22, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.

All meetings are open to the public and refreshments are served.

Monday, March 18, 2019

Capitan Library at Mountain Living Home & Garden Show

This past weekend at Mountain Living Home and Garden Show, CPL & N2SS had a very successful exhibit booth to spread the word about our CPL garden sale in May, our summer reading program, in addition to telling people about all the programs & services CPL and N2SS offers for all our communities.

We were also able to share many books & give away all sorts of children’s books. See’s candy was a real eye catcher. Raffle tickets were available to win the 3ft Smokey Bear Piñata given away at a drawing just prior to the closing of the show!

We thank all our wonderful volunteers who manned the booth: Paulette Arnone, Debbie Myers, Alice Burnett, Lynne Jeffrey & Pearl Tippin.

Library Director Paulette Arnone presenting
Smokey Bear Piñata to raffle winner, John Eilert

John Eilert, from the Hubbard Museum, immediately gave the
Smokey Bear Piñata
to a woman who wanted it for her grandchildren

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.

Selena topic of Women’s History Talk

ENMU Ruidoso history professor Dr. Cynthia E. Orozco

will give a presentation on Selena commemorating

Women’s History Month on Thursday March 21.

Tejana musician Selena was a cross-over star from

Tejano music and died tragically.

Room 102 at ENMU at noon. Refreshments will be served.

Creative Aging March 22

Come at 9am, this Friday, March 22, for breakfast and 10 am for a interactive talk on understanding domestic abuse in later life.

Two speakers from COPE will help us evaluate this problem in Lincoln County and to address how critical it is to our county residents.

See flyer attached and bring friends.

Weather may be tricky, but breakfast will have a warm dish!

Looking for a job?

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Art exhibit at library by Jeannie Adams

display at the library until May 7 (see close up views below)

Jeannie Adams move to Capitan in 2002 from

Southern California. An artist all her life, she readily adapted to the Southwest - the scenes, colors, styles, and history all inspired her. The ancient artists' petroglyphs particularly influenced her painted rocks.

Formally trained in Art at LA Art Institute and LA City College, Adams continued her art education at NMSU and ENMU after moving to New Mexico. She taught a class in sketching at this library in 2016.

Jeanie paints in many mediums: oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastel and also sketches in pencil. The canvas, rock and tin paintings at the library are painted with acrylics. Not at the library are her painted branch snakes. Below find some photos of her snakes at Old Lincoln Gallery.

Jeannie started painting Santos art about five years ago. More Santos are available at Old Lincoln Gallery plus images of Guadalupe in small fish cans heavily bejeweled - so cute!

For many years Adams showed in Art Loop of Lincoln County so perhaps you visited her studio in previous years.

Jeannie's art is currently on display at Old Lincoln Gallery & Annie's Little Sure Shot in Lincoln, Hubbard Museum Gift shop and Conley Studio Pottery in Madrid on the Turquoise Trail - Hwy 13.

at Old Lincoln Gallery & Annie's Little Sure Shot in Lincoln

at Old Lincoln Gallery

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Library Director Pat Garrett retires

Pat Garrett

Receiving the NMLA Communitay Achievement award in 2016

After a lengthy career as director of Capitan Public Library, Pat Garrett retired as of

December 31, 2018. She reluctantly took on the job in 2000, following the unexpected

death of the director. Having had no experience in running a library, she confesses that

there were a few hills and a lot of valleys the first few years.

One major accomplishment was acquiring the current building that houses the library.

This came about with a large donation from a patron. With the help of community,

staff and patrons the structure was renovated in a few months and the library moved

from a 1000 sq. foot building to the current 2400 sq. foot property.

In 2005-2007, Garrett oversaw a fund raising project that raised the money for a

2400 square foot addition. This addition opened in 2008. She once again credits

the dedication and hard work of staff, patrons and community in the completion of

this endeavor.

“Our library differs from most other public libraries because it is a non-profit and

receives little government funding. We keep our doors open with extensive fund

raising, grants and donations,” says Garrett.

The library is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, which includes Pat Garrett.

“The staff is dedicated to the success of the library and many spend hours over and

above their 4-hour shifts,” Garrett notes.

In 2016, Pat was awarded the esteemed Community Achievement Award by New Mexico

Library Association. This award is given to librarians for outstanding library service or

achievement at the local level.

"My years as director have been rewarding,” says Garrett.

With the help of many unwavering staff, the library has become not only a gem
in this small community but a place where all can come and enjoy reading,
using the public computers, attend a multitude of programs, bring their children to
a safe environment, receive assistance in technology and much more. It is a
community center and a place of information for visitors and tourists.

“The library has been an important part of my life and I know it will continue to

be instrumental to Capitan and Lincoln County," Garrett concludes.

Meet the New Library Director

Pat Garrett hands over the reins to new library director, Paulette Arnone

The Friends of the Capitan Public Library Board announces the appointment of Paulette Arnone as Library Director to replace Pat Garret, recently retired as Library Director after 18 years of service to the library and community.

Paulette Arnone moved to Capitan 17 years ago. While still new in town, the first organization she joined as a volunteer was the Capitan Public Library.

Arnone looks forward to becoming involved with a larger part of the community by joining CPL as incoming director.

"I'm going to give CPL all I've got and follow in Pat's great path, perhaps adding a new step ot two along the way!"

She is excited to work with all the great volunteers at both the library and Not 2 Shabby Shoppe, an enterprise of CPL that provides much needed income to fund the library's expenses, which as a non-profit, the library must raise itself.

Paulette Arnone was born in Wichita, KS, but raised in Orange County in Southern CA. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science from National University, LaJolla, CA. Arnone proceeded to worked 33 years with American Airlines, retiring in 2011.

"I love my husband and family, friends, all animals, but especially my horses! I totally enjoy Southwestern art, music, and food. Come get involved at CPL. We'd love to see ya!" Arnone invites.

movie at Carrizozo Library on March 10th

Next Sunday's movie is on March 10^th starting at 2 pm at the Carrizozo Library free of charge. Off the Map Bo is a young girl, living in rural New Mexico, who yearns to feel a connection to the world she perceives as beginning outside the lines of her tiny town. Her father is depressed; her mother is the archetype of an earth mother. Bo meanwhile writes to various snack-cake manufacturers describing the ailments their products have given her and requesting replacements. But the family grows its own food and has a stockpile of firewood that will last for years. That sets the stage for the visit from the IRS, sent to see why the family hasn't filed any income taxes.

Monday, March 4, 2019

Out with Winter to make room for Spring

At the Not 2 Shabby Shop, an enterprise of the Capitan Public Library

For the next two weeks, March 7 - 16

ALL CLOTHING 1/2 off

Located at 217 Lincoln Ave, near the library 575-354-0149
HOURS: Thursday 10 am to 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am to 4 pm
Saturday 10 am to 4 pm

Support your library Summer Reading Program!

Writers group meets at Capitan Library

Monday,
March 11 @ 9:45 am

Creative Aging

Please refer to the attached flyer and spread the word.

What you say? Another talk on pain management?

Yes, and this one is interactive and focuses on making individual plans to manage pain.

"Holistic Pain Management: Mapping Your Personal Interventions."

Everyone approaches pain symptoms differently. Let's help each other to find ways to lessen the pain factor while making improvements in our lives.

Remember potluck breakfast.

Friday, March 8 at 10, Breakfast, if anyone remembers to bring something, at 9am.

Call or write with questions. Lynne Jeffrey is a retired nurse and skilled in holistic practices surrounding health concerns. Bring your questions! Clara Farah

Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Saturday, MARCH 2 - BAG of BOOKS $5!

Books will just fly into your bag begging you to take them home!

First Saturday of the month Book Sale. Come by & get your bag of books for $5.

Library Saturday Hours: 10 am to 2 pm

Items at Library for sale

the sale of these items will go towards funding the 2019 Summer Reading program. Your help is appreciated!

$100

Wrought Iron & glass table $100

Gerald Garrett photo

Plus, through the first week of March, Gerald Garrett photos still available. Seen sitting on the table here and also on wall behind musicians in previous post.

Several framed and unframed Peter Hurd prints for sale!

Peter Hurd print

IF you didn't come to our Social Sunday afternoon program February 24...

then you missed a whole lot of good music, refreshments and fun!

Try to make the next Social Sunday program on March 31@ 2 pm. We'll be traveling to China with Carl Stubbs. Stay tuned to this blog to learn more later.

Even the library mascot sat on the mic for a song or two

Friday, February 22, 2019

meet the muscians

John Soden Photography Studio

On Sunday, February 24 at 2 pm, the Capitan Public Library presents an enjoyable afternoon of music at the library with Flute and Fret Boys. Listen to an eclectic assortment of music genres, as well as partake of refreshments. And dance to your heart's delight to some great songs!

Flute and Fret Boys consists of musicians Debbie Myers, Jim Helms and Fred Kinnan. Their music tends toward an mixture of oldies and favorites, because each musician has a style of music that forged them in their youth: Jim Helms's forte is Country & Western, but enjoys playing and singing all genres of music. Fred Kinnan started playing guitar with his high school Rock & Roll band. Debbie Myers hails from a mainly classical music background.

So let's meet these local musicians:

Jim Helms built his home in Alto 18 years ago. During the ensuing years, he spent part of his time in Puerto Rico designing and managing a championship golf resort located at Durado Beach. Jim now serves as President and General Manager of Rainmakers Resort and Club, adjacent to the Spencer Theater in Alto. In his spare time, Jim enjoys playing rhythm guitar and singing. He teamed-up with Fred and Debbie six years ago and the three have entertained people throughout Lincoln County ever since.

Fred Kinnan spent twenty years with his Army career before retiring to Alto 25 years ago. For the local orchestra in Ruidoso, Fred picked up the violin and learned to play this different string instrument. When the orchestra disbanded, the late Rondell Turner asked Fred to play lead guitar and Fred has been playing his guitars ever since. Many local musicians jam with Fred at musical evening sat his home. He and Debbie started as a duo 10 years ago.

Debbie Myers has lived in Lincoln County for 36 years. She retired from Ruidoso Schools, putting in 25 years teaching elementary children. In 2005, even before she retired, Debbie started volunteering to conduct the children's programs at the Capitan Public Library offering after-school programs and summer reading programs. She also heads up the wildly popular December Holiday Bazaar and May plant sale at the library to raise money. Like Fred, Debbie played with the local Ruidoso orchestra that existed here in the late 1990's to 2005. She currently plays with a flute quartet as well with the Fret Boys. Debbie recently won the 2018 New Mexico Library Association's Amigo Award for her work on behalf the library resulting in achievement for the library.

Now you've met the musicians. Come Sunday to the FREE performance to hear their music