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Historical information on the Capitan Library 2014-2019. What a great place to be during those years!
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
13 books to read before they become movies in 2017
Kelly Lawler , USA TODAYPublished 5:17 p.m. ET March 30, 2017 | Updated 2:37 p.m. ET April 4, 2017
Summer movie season is almost upon us, which means you have some homework.
2017 has already had a handful of book-to-movie adaptations and there are a host more coming, featuring stars like Emma Watson, Idris Elba and Jacob Tremblay. But don’t worry, you still have time to head to the library, turn on your Kindle or audiobook and catch up. Here are 13 books that you’ll be hearing more about as they head to the screen this year.
1. The Zookeeper’s Wife by Diane Ackerman
The Holocaust drama already has hit the big screen, but there's plenty of time to catch up before it leaves theaters. The book tells the true story of the Warsaw Zoo owners who saved hundreds of Jewish people from the Nazis in occupied Poland by hiding them in their villa and empty cages. The adaptation stars Jessica Chastain and Daniel Brühl.
2. The Lost City of Z by David Grann
Journalist David Grann tells the true story of British explorer Percy Fawcett, who disappeared while searching for a fabled civilization in the Amazon in 1925. The film version (in theaters April 14) will star Tom Holland, Charlie Hunnam, Sienna Miller and Robert Pattinson.
3. The Circle by Dave Eggers
A young woman takes a job at a Google-like tech conglomerate, which is great until things start to get a little scary. The film (in theaters April 28) puts together big stars Emma Watson, Tom Hanks and John Boyega.
4. The Dinner by Herman Koch
This dark and intense novel follows two sets of parents grappling with the horrible crime their teenage sons have committed. The couples in the film (in theaters May 5) are played by Laura Linney, Steve Coogan, Richard Gere and Rebecca Hall.
5. Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon
This young-adult novel is about a girl with a rare condition that makes her allergic to almost everything, leading to a life in quarantine. Then she meets the boy next door. Amandla Stenberg, Nick Robinson and Anika Noni Rose star (in theaters May 19).
6. My Cousin Rachel by Daphne du Maurier
The classic novel follows a young Englishman and his beautiful, mysterious cousin, who may or may not have been involved in a murder. Playing the titular Rachel in the movie (in theaters June 9) is a real-life Rachel: Ms. Weisz.
7. The Dark Tower I: The Gunslinger by Stephen King
Stephen King’s sci-fi epic follows "gunslinger" Roland Deschain as he searches for the dark tower, hoping it will preserve his dying world. Idris Elba is leading the movie (in theaters Aug. 4) as Roland.
8. Tulip Fever by Deborah Moggach
This period piece (in theaters Aug. 25) follows an artist who falls in love with the young married woman he is commissioned to paint during the tulip maniaof 16th-century Amsterdam. Alicia Vikander, Christoph Waltz and Cara Delevingne are a part of the star-studded cast.
9. It by Stephen King
The master is on a roll with adaptations this year. It (in theaters Sept. 8) follows seven adults who return to their hometown to confront an evil from their childhoods. And, yes, it has that clown, who will be played by Bill Skarsgård.
10. The Mountain Between Us by Charles Martin
Two strangers live through a plane crash and must survive in the wilderness together. The movie (in theaters Oct. 20) casts Idris Elba and Kate Winslet as these very beautiful crash survivors.
11. Thank You for Your Service by David Finkel
This non-fiction book follows the lives of soldiers as they adjust to life back home after serving overseas. Miles Teller and Amy Schumer are set to star in the adaptation (in theaters Oct. 27).
12. Wonder by R.J. Palacio
The novel follows Auggie, a young boy with a serious facial deformity struggling to be accepted in a new school. Jacob Tremblay and Julia Roberts star in the film (in theaters Nov. 17).
13. Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
The classic Agatha Christie mystery follows detective Hercule Poirot as he attempts to solve a murder on the famous train. The adaptation (in theaters Nov. 22) is directed by and starring Kenneth Branagh, along with big names including Johnny Depp, Daisy Ridley and Judi Dench.
Sunday, May 7, 2017
$5 tickets available to kids show at the Spencer Theater
From: Spencer Theater Box Office <boxoffice@spencertheater.com>
Subject: Spencer Theater 2017 Class Acts ticket availability
Spencer Theater currently have availability in these final performances for the Class Act 2017 season for $5.00 tickets. Home schooled children and adults are welcomed:
Box Office
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts
108 Spencer Rd, Airport Highway 220
Alto, NM 88312-9559
Direct 575-336-4800
Fax 575-336-0055
Toll Free 888-818-7872
a 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity organization
www.spencertheater.com
Subject: Spencer Theater 2017 Class Acts ticket availability
Spencer Theater currently have availability in these final performances for the Class Act 2017 season for $5.00 tickets. Home schooled children and adults are welcomed:
Ballet Folklorico 10:30AM Tuesday, May 9, 2017. (40 seats available)
Ballet Folklorico 12:30PM Tuesday, May 9, 2017. (300 seats available)
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts
108 Spencer Rd, Airport Highway 220
Alto, NM 88312-9559
Direct 575-336-4800
Fax 575-336-0055
Toll Free 888-818-7872
a 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity organization
www.spencertheater.com
Saturday, May 6, 2017
Friday, May 5, 2017
Don't forget the BIG Plant & Garden Sale this Saturday at CPL!
The ever popular and much anticipated Capitan Public Library's Plant & Garden Sale is happening from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 6.
This is a don't miss event..
The spectacular assortment of house plants, cacti, succulents, bedding plants, seeds, vegetables, flowers, shrubs and other outdoor plants available makes gardeners feel ready to get outside, get their hands dirty and enjoy the beautiful days.
Home decorations, yard goods, yard art, furniture, jewelry, art and more are available, and with Mother's Day coming up, it's the perfect opportunity to find that unique item or plant for mom.
Bake sale items are homemade and include pies, scones, cookies, candy, quick breads and other delights made by the volunteers of the library. Go early for the best selection. A silent auction of an assortment of donated items will be ongoing till 1:30 p.m. Need not be present to win.
The Capitan Public Library is run by volunteers. Friends of the Library is a 501C non-profit that raises the money to run the library. The Plant & Garden Sale is one of the library's main fund raisers.
For more information call Capitan Public Library at 575-354-3035
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Smokey Bear Days
Meet Smokey Bear while in Capitan! |
9 am: Vendor Setup on Smokey Bear Blvd. open all day
9 am -3pm: Smokey Memorabilia Collectables and Plant Sale (P)
11 am- All Day: Music by Nathan Chavez (P)
11 am- All Day: Educators (C)
12:00pm- 3:00pm: Flying Cloud Productions -
Corn Husk Dolls ~ Make and Take (C)
3 pm- 5 pm: Bicycle Safety Course (C)
9 am -3pm: Smokey Memorabilia Collectables and Plant Sale (P)
11 am- All Day: Music by Nathan Chavez (P)
11 am- All Day: Educators (C)
12:00pm- 3:00pm: Flying Cloud Productions -
Corn Husk Dolls ~ Make and Take (C)
3 pm- 5 pm: Bicycle Safety Course (C)
SCHEDULE - Saturday May 6, 2017:
NOTE: Schedule Is Subject to Change
7:30am-9:00am: Pancake Breakfast ~ Smokey Bear Park Picnic Area
• Sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Eagles #4301
9:00am-All Day: Smokey Bear Market Place (S)
9:00am-All Day:Chainsaw Carving Competition (SR)
• Smokey Bear Memorabilia and Collectables on Sale (SR)
10:00am Parade ~ Smokey Bear Blvd.
11:00am-All Day: Car Show (NR)
11:00am-All Day: Firefighters Challenge ~ Location TBA
11:00-All Day: Music by Nathan Chavez (P)
11:30am-All Day: Educators (C)
11:45am-12:45pm: Flying Cloud Productions
• Dr. Bob’s Medicine Show ~Music and Fun Galore (P)
1:00pm: Smokey Cuts and Shares his Birthday Cake… PLUS ~ Button Contest Winner (P)
2:00pm-2:45pm: Flying Cloud Productions
• A Walk through History Fashion Show (P)
3:00pm-4:00pm: Flying Cloud Productions (P)
• Corn Husk Dolls ~ Make and Take
4:00pm: Chainsaw Carving Judging ~ Auction of Chainsaw Carvings,
Smokey Bear Memorabilia and 2 Separate Raffle’s (SR)
• A one night stay at the Elegante Hotel in Ruidoso, New Mexico
• A two night stay at the Pinecliff Village Condominiums in Ruidoso, New Mexico
7:00pm-11:00pm:"Get your Smokey On" at the Street Dance ~ Bring the whole Family (P)
• Dance to the impressive sound of the “Longhorn Dance Band”
or just come and sit a spell, relax and enjoy the great atmosphere. • Come and share a piece of Smokey’s second Birthday cake
• Sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Eagles #4301
9:00am-All Day: Smokey Bear Market Place (S)
9:00am-All Day:Chainsaw Carving Competition (SR)
• Smokey Bear Memorabilia and Collectables on Sale (SR)
10:00am Parade ~ Smokey Bear Blvd.
11:00am-All Day: Car Show (NR)
11:00am-All Day: Firefighters Challenge ~ Location TBA
11:00-All Day: Music by Nathan Chavez (P)
11:30am-All Day: Educators (C)
11:45am-12:45pm: Flying Cloud Productions
• Dr. Bob’s Medicine Show ~Music and Fun Galore (P)
1:00pm: Smokey Cuts and Shares his Birthday Cake… PLUS ~ Button Contest Winner (P)
2:00pm-2:45pm: Flying Cloud Productions
• A Walk through History Fashion Show (P)
3:00pm-4:00pm: Flying Cloud Productions (P)
• Corn Husk Dolls ~ Make and Take
4:00pm: Chainsaw Carving Judging ~ Auction of Chainsaw Carvings,
Smokey Bear Memorabilia and 2 Separate Raffle’s (SR)
• A one night stay at the Elegante Hotel in Ruidoso, New Mexico
• A two night stay at the Pinecliff Village Condominiums in Ruidoso, New Mexico
7:00pm-11:00pm:"Get your Smokey On" at the Street Dance ~ Bring the whole Family (P)
• Dance to the impressive sound of the “Longhorn Dance Band”
or just come and sit a spell, relax and enjoy the great atmosphere. • Come and share a piece of Smokey’s second Birthday cake
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Saturday, April 29, 2017
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Is it April Fool's MONTH?
Ha-ha on me, I got fooled. I told you Saturday, April 22, was the last day to buy a bag of books for $1. WELL, there are FIVE (5) Saturdays in April - so one more Saturday left to get a bag of books for $1. Did it make you run out to the library and buy a bag of books? If so, it was a dollar well spent - for both you AND the library.
SATURDAY, April29, the absolute last day to get a bag of books for $1.
SATURDAY, April29, the absolute last day to get a bag of books for $1.
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Mark your calendar! The BIGGEST and BESTEST plant sale in the county happens MAY 6.
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Learning about Mason Bees last Sunday
16 people attended to learn about Mason bees and made a beehive to attract the bees to their yards and gardens. Getting ready to have beehives in place for all those plants we plan to buy on May 6th at the CPL Plant & Garden Sale on May 6th!
Imelda Horne sharing her Mason bee knowledge with attendees at Make a Beehive Program |
Monday, April 24, 2017
Plant donations - Yard art, pretty pots, birdhouses, etc. ALL DONATIONS WELCOMED
Got anything you want to donated for the library plant & garden sale on May 6th? Hustle it down to the library. Too big? No vehicle? Debbie Myers & crew will pick it up. Just leave a message at the library for her. 575.354.3035
Sunday, April 23, 2017
Mark your calendar for a special concert of Western songs. Yee-haw! Yippy ki-yay! Grab your hat and git on down there on May 7, y'all hear?
ENMU-Ruidoso Community Choir's Western Songbook concert will be
Sunday, May 7, 3 PM,
at the Flying J Ranch, 1070 State Hwy 48, Alto.
A choral concert with a Western theme: from traditional songs like
Home on the Range and Billy the Kid
to songs like Tumbling Tumbleweeds and Ghost Riders in the Sky
from the golden age of Western movies and TV.
These songs represent not only Western style, but also tango (O Fair New Mexico),
spiritual, jazz (Route 66), Broadway (Anything You Can Do), even classical!
Tickets are $5 at ENMU-Ruidoso, 709 Mechem Dr., or at the door.
More info: 512-458-4412.
Whoopie ti yi yo - Git along, little dogies
to the Flying J Ranch on May 7 @ 3pm
See y'all there!
Whoopie ti yi yo - Git along, little dogies
to the Flying J Ranch on May 7 @ 3pm
See y'all there!
Friday, April 21, 2017
This weekend: April 22 & 23
Saturday, April 22 10am -2pm: LAST SATURDAY to take advantage of the EVERY-SATURDAY-IN-APRIL BAG-OF-BOOKS sale.
Sunday, April 23 @ 2 pm: Learn about the pollinating bees - Mason Bees and make a beehive to attract them to your yard/garden. Imelda Horne with the Lincoln County Garden Club will be presenting the program. We've got enough supplies for at least 30 people. Not to late to join in the fun. Don't forget to bring your favorite snack!
We're not making a beehive this fancy, but you can at home, once you know all about Mason bees |
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Two free audiobooks every week available starting April 27
Free Summer Listening
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Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Creative Aging Friday, April 21 @ 10am
Please review the attached flyer and plan to attend our next monthly meeting, Friday, April 21. It will start at 10am and will go to 12 noon with three different subjects and speakers, room 115.
Come early, socialize and enjoy the refreshments.
At the break we will take a tour of the computer lab so all of us can know where to find these brave souls on Thursday mornings and Thursday afternoons.
Remember "who you gonna call?" They are the guys and gals and can answer your questions on aging issues and will work closely with our own local Creative Aging Resource Center.
Saturday, April 15, 2017
Serenity in Solitude--solo sojourns seeking silent, soulful spaces
(With permission to reprint from the Desert Exposures Publisher’s Notebook of Richard Coltharp)
Serenity in Solitude
Solo sojourns seeking silent, soulful spaces
“I’m not alone in being alone.” — The Police, Message in a Bottle, 1979
There is a big difference between solitude and loneliness.
Where loneliness can be painful and heartbreaking, solitude can be renewing and
enlightening.
No matter how much of a people person you are, there can be peace and comfort in your alone time.
Southern New Mexico seems created ideally for optimum solitude. The big skies,
the majestic peaks, the forests and deserts each have their way of communicating
awe and humility.
You don’t want to have a candlelight dinner alone, or ride a bicycle built for two by
yourself, but have you ever spent time all by yourself in an empty church? There can
be a spiritual healing, regardless of your religious persuasion. If the church is a
300-plus-year-old adobe sanctuary, such as the San Miguel Mission in Socorro,
even better.
Outdoor activities require a measure of caution if you’re going it alone, but the
rewards routinely outweigh any risk. When visiting the Gila Cliff Dwellings by
yourself, you can sense a communion with the peoples who inhabited them
so long ago.
One autumn, I hiked a mile or so into White Sounds National Monument and
encountered a cottonwood tree with its leaves changing from green to gold.
Its trunk, and probably half its height, were buried in a white gypsum dune.
As I walked among the top 15-20 feet of this beautiful tree, I realized its leaves were
shading me from a hot afternoon sun. Why not take a nap? So I lay down and enjoyed
the quiet, with the gypsum sucking out all of the stress.
Hiking in the Lincoln National Forest, traipsing across the Sacramento Mountains,
you can receive mixed signals. Particularly in the summer, when the aspens are full,
the wind can blow in such a way the leaves mimic exactly the sound of ocean waves.
It’s a great sensation with or without company, but alone, it feels like the wind and
waves envelop and surround your soul.
Riding a bicycle, whether mountain biking or on the road, can be a cathartic individual
exercise, especially with our diverse scenery.
And while it distances you further from nature’s realm, there’s nothing like a good solo
drive to calm your nerves and give you some think time. My friend and former colleague
Darrell Pehr, who used to commute from Artesia to Alamogordo, and now commutes
from Alamogordo to Las Cruces, often found striking images in rock and mountain
formations, the way many people look for them in the clouds. The Land of
Enchantment, of course, is also great for finding cloud creatures, too.
Our part of the world blessed with small towns and friendly communities, as well as
lots of great “third places.” If your first place of comfort is your home, and your
lots of great “third places.” If your first place of comfort is your home, and your
second place is where you work, third places are where you feel home away from
home, those comfortable spots where “everybody knows your name,” and you’re
equally at peace by yourself or in a group.
equally at peace by yourself or in a group.
Places like COAS Books in Las Cruces, Little Toad Creek Brewery in Silver City, Plateau
Espresso coffee shop in Alamogordo, or any of our local libraries can be great third
places. You may show up alone, but unless you want to, you won’t be by yourself
very long.
Richard Coltharp is publisher of Desert Exposure and the Las Cruces Bulletin.
He can eat a green chile cheeseburger all by himself.
He can be reached at richard@lascrucesbulletin.com.
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