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Building Community: Women’s Coffee and Conversation
You are invited to join us on Sunday, January 29 at 2pm for a coffee and some great conversation. This event is facilitated by Christine Wagner and Karen Hodges and will take place at Destiny Allison Fine Art. Read on to understand why this coffee is happening and what it is about:
Dear Destiny,
Congratulations to you in the achievement of the 2011 Businesswoman of the Year award!
We are especially intrigued by your comment about your contribution – “I do what I do because it is the Work I do that feeds my soul.” Far too many women do not have an inkling what that may be for them. Women’s work sometimes can seem very far from the “capital W” Work that refers to a life calling or purpose. Our strengths, our talents, the gifts that light us up seem to remain dormant in the face of the “shoulds” – no, the “musts” – that represent our world. Why?
We are the mothers, the daughters, the housewives, the caretakers. We bring groceries and meals to neighbors who are ill or unable to prepare meals for themselves. This is our work, and perhaps we also do “work” that helps pay the bills…but how much of this work is respected in today’s society?
We are creating the 21st century roadmap for all women. And there is no roadmap to adulthood for our daughters to follow.
What can we do to trust our unique voice as women and see its importance to the business community and the world at large? What are the gifts and talents that women bring to the table both in business and in our communities? How can we discern our voice as women, individually and collectively?
What message is the media transmitting to our daughters? Feminist thinking is clear that women are much more than one-dimensionally defined sex symbols. Our daughters see images of scantily clad women flaunting their bodies. The message is consistent and repetitive, but untrue. A woman’s sexual self is NOT the only real power women have.
What can we do as women to claim our powers of collaboration; authentic and reflective listening; responsiveness and attunement? The virtues of feminist thinking are widely known and appreciated. At the world peace summit in Vancouver in 2009, the Dalai Lama proclaimed that the world will be saved by the Western woman. How can claiming our own voices and power have world impact? And how can we include our young girls and teenagers to sustain it?
We are energized by the opening your award and response have created — and find the dialogue rich and multi-faceted. We welcome being part of this conversation, hearing the voices and insights of women in our community.
FREE SCREENING OF “THRIVE — WHAT ON EARTH WILL IT TAKE”
If you stayed home because of the storm, just couldn’t make it, or there simply were no seats left – this second showing is for you!
In spite of the snowstorm and icy roads the December showing had a full house.
Join Karen “Tallkat” Conley on Saturday January 7, 2011 at 1:00 PM for a really cool combination event at no charge at The Performance Space at La Tienda:
1) See Thrive: What on Earth Will it Take? The movie produced by Foster Gamble. Enjoy a creative group discussion on the Thrive subject matter following the film.
2) After the discussion, Occupy Santa Fe will present “We Are The 99%.
ARE YOU IN THE 99%
(This event will begin at approximately 4 pm for those who are not attending the film)
If you make less than 2.5 million a year you probably are in the 99%
Members of Occupy Santa Fe who live in Eldorado will be having an informational meeting at La Tienda on Saturday January 7th at 4 pm. (You could drop by after the free screening of THRIVE in the Performance Space)
OSF is not affiliated with any political party so all Republicans and Democrats and everyone to the right and left of them is welcome.
The top one percent of Americans controls 42% of the wealth in our country and the gap between rich and poor is the largest in history. What has happened to the Middle Class? Two women who will speak have homes now in the foreclosure process here in Eldorado The Occupy Santa Fe movement has been “The Movement different”: no violence … no rioting … great cooperation with the Police and mayor’s office. There are many plans for Occupy 2012 and, there are other people and other movements which are beginning to address the issues of greed, corruption and wealth buying the justice and political systems. You will be able to ask questions, offer comments (good or bad) and find out some way to stand-up for your beliefs. For information contact cscot@comcast.net
Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 17
Literary and Performing Arts come to La Tienda
As part of our ongoing efforts to support artists and promote a gathering rich with creative juices, we are beginning to incorporate the arts across multiple disciplines.
On November 15 at 10 am in The Performance Space, we welcome Santa Fe Improv at La Tienda. Santa Fe Improv is offering a free class for seniors (55 and above) who want to try their hand at this incredibly fun and creative expression. The free class will be followed by a regular class schedule.
On November 16 at 6:30pm in The Performance Space, join us for a reading by published poets and fiction writers. There is a suggested entrance fee of $2 (but if you can’t afford it, it’s ok).
On December 1 at 5:30 pm at Destiny Allison Fine Art, photographer and publisher Eric Swanson will present a free talk on creative economy and how artists can create an income stream in this challenging time.
Coming soon, La Tienda will launch it’s independent film series. Some good people have stepped forward to steer this initiative but could use some help. If you are interested in helping to support independent film makers and their films, call Destiny at (505) 428-0024.
La Tienda is committed to being more than a shopping center. It’s goals are to build community and to promote artists as well as the work they produce. Emerging artists and established artists need a place where they are valued as much as the work they do. Santa Fe is home to thousands of artists but there are few places where they can get together, learn from each other, and participate in an environment that is engaging, stimulating and diverse. La Tienda is that place!
Dixon Apple Orchard Benefit
As you may be aware, on the morning of June 27, 2011, Dixon’s Apple Orchard, exclusive growers of the Champagne Apple, and a beloved New Mexico tradition since 1944, was devastated by the Los Conchas Wildfire. The family home, storage facilities and essential equipment were destroyed.
A about a month ago we recieved a call from someone that wanted to help, to do something to help this family. That call started what seems like another wild fire. Individuals, community groups and businesses are coming together to create a fundraising benefit to help a really wonderful family.
Come join us Saturday, August 27th from 12pm to 6 pm at La Tienda for the Benefit for the Mullane Family, owners of the Dixon’s Apple Orchard. Click Here for a google map to La Tienda.
This will be a fun family day for everyone. There will be a Raffle and Silent Auction, put-put golf, horseshoes, games, classic cars, bike rodeo, horse rides for the littler kids, food and drink, music, clowns, yoga, spinning classes, and so much more.
The MC for the event is Steve Stucker from KOB TV
& his fiddle player
Suzanne
and Jack Brant – bluesy folk
Sid
Hausman – cowboy music
Syd
Masters – western swing
The
Outciders (get it?) & Jill Dixon Erickson (children and members of the
Dixon/Mullane family, owners of the orchard)
More
performers TBA!
Woodstock Anniversary Patio Dance
La Tienda at Eldorado
celebrates the
42nd Anniversary
of Woodstock
1969-2011
…and everywhere there was song & celebration…
Saturday, August 13 on the patio 7-10 PM
FREE!
and far out…
DJ Donna Every spins Your favorite ’60s tunes
Dress In Costume If You Wish
Wear beads, flowers, Tie-Dye
BRING a gentle spirit
Food & drink available from local merchants & vendors
July 4 at La Tienda
Join La Tienda on Monday, July
4th for a fun community celebration.
From 8 am to 10 am, SERA will be
offering a pancake breakfast. $5 gets pancakes, fruit, juice and great
coffee!
Then, from 1 pm to 5 pm, join us for live music on the patio. The Rattlerz, Santa Fe’s premiere
rockabilly, pop and blues band will be playing those unforgettable songs of the 60s and 70s from Elvis to the Beatles, Jackson Browne and more as well as the
band’s groovin’ original tunes.
In addition to the live music, Diego the alpaca, who took part in a children’s program which aired on public television, and his friends Romeo and Juliet
(miniature mules!) will join us. You can meet them and their owners from Blue Mesa Alpacas and learn about the many things that go on at Blue Mesa where they
raise and train Rocky Mountain gaited horses as well as breed alpacas. Diego in particular loves children and is hoping to make
new friends on July 4th.
Horseshoes and miniature golf will be part of the celebration.
This event is free.
Save the Date — Saturday, June 25 Art Openings
Join us on Saturday, June 25 from 5 – 8 pm in celebration of the arts. Three great openings, one convenient time.
The La Tienda Exhibit Space is proud to present
“Eye of the Storm”
Featuring the award winning art of Pablo
Perea, Sean Healen, Linda Storm and Mike Grabarek
Destiny Allison Fine Art
Grand Opening Reception
“Works in Steel”
Internationally renowned sculptor, Destiny
Allison, launches her newest works, paintings on steel. These are not really
paintings. They are created through a controlled oxidation of the metal and
enhanced with acrylics.
La Tienda at Eldorado
presents
“Summer Art
Walk”
featuring the photography, oil painting and
sculptures of 9 local artists.
Eldorado Area Gardening Tour
Whet your appetite for gardening, learn how to make things grow in desert soil, and get inspired to start a project of your own – at the 2nd Annual Eldorado Area Gardening Tour, Saturday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This year’s self-guided tour includes seven private residential gardens and the Eldorado School Community Garden and Outdoor Classroom.
What sets the Eldorado Area Gardening Tour apart from other tours is its focus on education. Gardeners, Master Gardeners and homeowners act as docents at each garden to answer questions.
Topics to explore include hardscapes, xeriscapes, cactus, native grasses, perennials, water management, planting strategies, trees, shrubs, vegetables and herbs for high desert gardening. A plant list will be available at each location.
Starting point for the tour is the La Tienda shopping center, just off 285 on Avenida Vista Grande, where visitors can pick up a free tour map. New this year, for a $5.00 donation, is a goody bag full of seeds, fact sheets and a color brochure that details water use per square foot for each garden. Proceeds from donations benefit the Eldorado School Community Garden and Outdoor Classroom.
Wild West Day at La Tienda Saturday, May 14
Join us Saturday, May 14 from 11 am to 5 pm for a full day of fun and festivities!
Featuring:
The 100 piece installation of “Buffalo Bill and the Indians” by artist Thom Ross. This installation attracted more than 40,000 visitors when it was last displayed in San Francisco in 2008.
Opening Reception for “Over El Dorado” in the La Tienda Exhibit Space
Eldorado Studio Tour Preview Gallery
Plus:
Stage Coach Rides
Horseback Rides
Lasso Demonstrations
Live Music from 11 am to 5 pm
Horseshoe Tournament to benefit Benevintos (sponsored by City Different Events)
SFBC Beer Garden
Black Smith demonstrations
And much, much more…..













Destiny Allison Fine Art Gallery
Eclectics Art Gallery
Eldorado Community Church
Enchanted Leaf
Just Cuts
La Plancha de Eldorado
Mi Amor Cafe and Chocolate House
Santa Fe Brewing Company – Tap Room
The Performance Space
The School of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
Yoga with Jacci and Friends
Zia Financial Group
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