Today's Events

49 young pianists from all across New Mexico will participate in the 2nd annual Dennis Alexander Piano Competition. A special awards ceremony and “Winner’s Concert” will be held on Sunday, February 12th, 3:00 pm at Keller Hall, University of New Mexico. Immediately following the “Winner’s Concert”, a grand finale of the competition will include performances by Dennis Alexander, Dena Kay Jones, John Olsen, and Tatiana Vetrinskaya. All events are free.
New Mexico School of Music, 136 Washington SE New Mexico School of Music — New Mexico School of Music

The UNM Parent Association will hold its fourth annual Parent Day at The Pit and Silent Auction on Saturday, February 11th, 2012 at 10:30am. Please join us for a pre‐game reception before the UNM vs. Air Force men’s basketball game. Many local business partners and sponsors are contributing items and gift certificates for the silent auction to benefit the scholarship fund. Steve Stucker from KOB Eyewitness News 4 will be the master of ceremonies for the event. Pre-Game Reception Tickets: $11 Pre-Game Reception Ticket and Basketball Ticket vs. Air Force: $28 (MUST purchase a Pre-Game Reception Ticket to purchase a Basketball Ticket) Any questions or comments please visit our website at parentassociation.unm.edu or to directly contact us: email: parenta@unm.edu phone: (505)277-0506 We hope to see you there!
Student Services & Support Building, 1155 University Blvd. SE - Just north of The Pit UNM Parent Association parentassociation.unm.edu — UNM Parent Association

Grosvenor is the author of Vibration Cooking, also known as The Travel Notes of a Geechee Girl. The cookbook, originally published in 1970, is an autobiographical culinary cookbook, and documents her accession from the dusty roads of South Carolina to the bright lights of Paris, Italy, and other European countries, and later, to the Black Arts Movement of New York City. Through her experiences, Grosvenor uses the universal palate of adventure to introduce the reader to people, places, rituals, and international culinary delights. Immediately following the lecture, there will be a panel discussion with some New Mexico restaurant owners and the winners of the First Annual Sweet Potato Pie contest will be announced and awarded prizes. A dessert reception (featuring all of the sweet potato pies entered into the contest) will follow in the lobby.
Bank of America Theater, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th Street NW New Mexico Black History Month Committee nmblackhistorymonth.com/cusine.html — New Mexico Black History Month Committee

An Inquisitive Eye provides visitors an occasion to view significant prints and printed books from the museum’s permanent collection which numbers over ten thousand, and spans the history of printmaking from 1493 to the present. Prints possess a multi-valent nature—both the subject and technique embodied in an image must be considered on equal footing, one not privileged over the other. The idea expressed on paper depends upon the printer’s abilities and particular materials to realize successfully the artist’s vision. Woodcuts from the Weltchronik (World Chronicle), Albrecht Dürer and Wassily Kandinsky, etchings by Rembrandt van Rijn, Man Ray and William Kentridge, lithographs by Honoré Daumier, George Grosz, and Robert Motherwell and screenprints by Andy Warhol, Agnes Martin and Matthew Barney illustrate the extent of the exhibition and the breadth of the museum’s collection which continues to serve as an important research and teaching resource for the university and the community at-large.
Center of Art Building #62, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131 UNM Art Museum www.unm.edu/~artmuse/ — UNM Art Museum

A group show of Valentine-themed works by the members of the Taos Artist Co-Op will warm your heart. Artists of the Co-Op work in oils, watercolors, encaustic, acrylics, photography, ceramics, fabric and beads. Opening reception on Saturday, February 11, from 4:00-7:00 pm, at the gallery, 226 Paseo del Pueblo Norte in Taos. Join us for hot Mexican chocolate and Valentine cookies!
Taos Artist Co-Op, 226 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos Taos Artist Co-Op www.taosartistco-op.com — Taos Artist Co-Op

A Valentine Cabaret about the physical nature of love; how it can be exciting, sexual, painful, invoke giddiness or any other physical phenomenon we can encounter. Seating is Limited at the North 4th Art Center, so please purchase your tickets online in advance to ensure admission into the concerts. Admission $20 General $15 Seniors (Age 55+) $15 Students $15 Military/Veteran Purchase tickets online at: www.nmgmc.org/tickets Seating is Limited at the North 4th Art Center, so please purchase your tickets online in advance to ensure admission into the concerts.
North 4th Art Center, 4904 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, 87107 New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus www.nmgmc.org/ — New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus

The Summit Christian Development Group, a Christian ministry for individual growth and development, will hold a seminar based on biblical principles in dealing with the issue of Boundaries, what they look like, identifying hidden agendas, and addressing boundaries from a biblical context. The seminar will run on Saturday, February 11th, from 9 a.m. to noon, with check-in starting at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $149. Pre-registration is required, as space is limited. For more information, please contact our office at 275-7478, or visit www.thesummitdevelopment.com.
2901 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Suite 210; ABQ 87112 The Summit Christian Development Group, Inc.¨ www.thesummitdevelopment.com — The Summit Christian Development Group, Inc.¨

A workshop, “Clarifying Meditative Work – A Fresh Look”, will be held on Saturday, 2/11, 2 to 5 pm at the Wat Center, at 145 Madison NE, corner of Madison and Copper, east of Washington in Albuquerque. It is also ok to leave at 3:45. $2 donation. The workshop will bring together people interested in meditation from any tradition - including Tibetan, Zen, Vipassana, Hindu and Western – as well as people meditating without any traditional context. The spirit of the day should appeal to people who like the writings of Eckhart Tolle, Pema Chodron, Toni Packer, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Krishnamurti, among others. Both experienced sitters and those newly interested in meditation will have a chance to explore directly what meditative work is and how it sheds light on the concerns of our lives. The workshop will not focus on the learning of either techniques or spiritual theory, although it will be fine if these topics come up for discussion. Instead participants can bring up issues and concerns in their lives or issues from or about their meditation. The group will explore the possibility of shedding fresh light on these issues, not theoretically, but from a quiet, meditative listening to each other and to oneself. The day will include quiet sitting, group discussion, a short talk and some time to visit with each other. The facilitator is Jay Cutts, who has attended retreats with Toni Packer for over 35 years. Jay meets from time to time with people from diverse backgrounds to clarify meditative work together. Jay says, “Meditative work is, in its deepest sense, not theoretical, not goal oriented, not a matter of time or progress. It is the direct opening, fully complete in this moment now, to a simple, compassionate, open awareness that allows the myriad fears, clingings, confusions of the mind that we all suffer from to be revealed in a new way and at the same time brings us intimately, undividedly and lovingly in touch with the wide universe in all its profound stillness. I feel that, in our deepest hearts, it is the possibility of this openness that we come together to clarify.” For reservations or more info, or to be on the mailing list for future workshops, please call Jay at 281-0684. Additional workshops on 3/17 and 4/21. . There is a seven day silent retreat the first week of December, which is conducted in the same tradition-neutral way, on 10 quiet acres in Tijeras. www.cuttsreviews.com/meditation/
Wat, 145 Madison NE, Albuquerque NM Center for Meditative Inquiry and Retreat www.cuttsreviews.com/meditation/ — NM Center for Meditative Inquiry and Retreat

Join us for a program of magical connections through storytelling, while learning how to create your own personal story. As legends of the past are linked with the present and foretell future possibilities, we will explore ways to create meaningful stories out of our own lives. Led by Marcia Davis, artist. COST: All Family Programs are FREE, for children ages 4–12 accompanied by an adult LOCATION: Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson Street. RESERVATIONS: 505.946.1039 or online at okmuseum.org.
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson Street, Santa Fe Georgia O'Keeffe Museum www.okmuseum.org — Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

February 10-12, 2012 AirDance New Mexico presents Fear of Falling at the AirDance ArtSpace  An evening of aerial dance and theater, featuring works on a climbing wall, aerial fabric, swings, and a triple trapeze. Journey through human emotions and art come to life, from the struggles of people forever falling up and down a wall to the joys of playing on swings at the swimming hole, from the isolation of grief to the highs and lows of love as expressed in a series of aerial tangos. Inspired by artists Auguste Rodin, Georgia O'Keefe, Winslow Homer, Erté, Sharaku, and El Greco. Joining Artistic Director Debra Landau are Katy Bowen, Josh Burgess, Joanna Furgal, Daniel Garcia, Morgan Harris, Megan Jarmosevich, and Missy Juarez. The show also features script and text by Jeff Hartzer and original music by Casey Mraz. Appropriate for all ages. Friday-Saturday February 10-11 @ 8 pm Sunday February 12 @ 2 pm AirDance ArtSpace 3030 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque www.airdanceartspace.com $12 general admission; $8 children (8-18 years of age) Tickets available at the door (cash or check only). Reserve your tickets up to 24 hours before show time by calling (505)842-9418 or sending an e-mail to
AirDance ArtSpace AirDance New Mexico www.airdanceartspace.com — AirDance New Mexico

CHANCE TO WIN $1,000 grand prize and/or $350 for the organization with the most entries to the contest. This is your opportunity to show off your culinary skills, build community and receive not only bragging rights for you, but for your organization. Cash prizes for you and for the organization that has the most entries. Registration begins January 15 - February 8, 2012. Go www.nmblackhistorymonth.com for all details or email us at: nmsweetpotatopiecontest@gmail.com. Awards Ceremony during Dr. Vertamae Grosvenor Lecture at 2:00pm. Must be present to win.
New Mexico Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 Fourth Street SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 New Mexico Black History Month Committee nmblackhistorymonth.com/sweet_pie.html — New Mexico Black History Month Committee

Come meet the doulas in our group and learn about all the benefits of having a birth or postpartum doula at our free monthly tea. Second Saturday of every month from 10 - 11. Check out our website at www.doulasofthesouthwest.com.Hope to see you!
4916 4th St. NW, 2 blocks N. of Griegos, in the offices of Rio Grande Midwifery, across from Garcia's Rest. Doulas of the Southwest www.doulasofthesouthwest.com — Doulas of the Southwest

There is simply no more important spiritual practice than the love relationship. Join Jessica Maxwell, author of the award-winning spiritual adventure, “Roll Around Heaven,” and the story’s romantic lead, Tom Andersen, her hard-driving, loquacious trial-attorney husband, in this joyful exploration of the most challenging and rewarding relationship of all. Love as a Spiritual Practice: RAH! For Couples Retreat is at Ghost Ranch February 11-15, 2012, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Sign up now for 32% discount on registration. Call 505-685-4333 for more information or to register.
Ghost Ranch Ghost Ranch www.ghostranch.org — Ghost Ranch

The World’s Greatest Musical. Big League Productions Inc. presents a sparkling new production of the musical by which all others are measured. Based on Shaw’s “Pygmalion,” with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe, MY FAIR LADY is triumphant. With “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?,” “The Rain in Spain,” “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “On the Street Where You Live” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” It’s no wonder everyone–not just Henry Higgins–falls in love with Eliza Doolittle. The original Broadway production set a record for the longest run of any musical in history. It was followed by a hit London production, a popular film version starring Audrey Hepburn–which won 8 Academy Awards–and numerous revivals. It has been called “the perfect musical.” Tickets are available at the UNM Ticket Offices and select Albertson’s locations, by phone at (877) 664-8661 or (505) 925-5858, and online at unmtickets.com. For groups of 20+, call (505) 344-1779 or email groups@popejoypresents.com.
Popejoy Hall Popejoy Presents www.popejoypresents.com/myfairlady — Popejoy Presents

The World’s Greatest Musical. Big League Productions Inc. presents a sparkling new production of the musical by which all others are measured. Based on Shaw’s “Pygmalion,” with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe, MY FAIR LADY is triumphant. With “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?,” “The Rain in Spain,” “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “On the Street Where You Live” and “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” It’s no wonder everyone–not just Henry Higgins–falls in love with Eliza Doolittle. The original Broadway production set a record for the longest run of any musical in history. It was followed by a hit London production, a popular film version starring Audrey Hepburn–which won 8 Academy Awards–and numerous revivals. It has been called “the perfect musical.” Tickets are available at the UNM Ticket Offices and select Albertson’s locations, by phone at (877) 664-8661 or (505) 925-5858, and online at unmtickets.com. For groups of 20+, call (505) 344-1779 or email groups@popejoypresents.com.
Popejoy Hall Popejoy Presents www.popejoypresents.com/myfairlady — Popejoy Presents

Oedipus isn't just a Greek tragedy - it's the Greek tragedy. It also happens to be one of the earliest examples of the human preoccupation with juicy dysfunction. The “City’s Best Theatre Troupe” brings to you this six person adaptation of one man’s struggle between willpower and fate. It will blow your mind and challenge your sensibilities. Brace yourself for a rebellious take on an age old tale; this ain’t your momma’s Sophocles. February 9th-12th, 16th-19th (Thur-Sat at 8pm and Sun at 2pm) Buy tickets online at www.dukecityrep.com. Call 797-7081 for reservations. $5 Kids 17 & under $12 Students/Seniors/Military $20 Adults $10 tickets for groups of 8 or more (Enter code GROUP when purchasing online) All Thursday performances: $10 *Due to the nature of this venue and production, latecomers will not be seated. Reserved tickets will be released at 10 minutes before curtain.*
The Filling Station 1024 4th St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 Duke CIty Repertory Theatre www.dukecityrep.com — Duke CIty Repertory Theatre

The sweeping exhibition, RECONSIDERING THE PHOTOGRAPHIC MASTERPIECE, curated by Michele Penhall, will present approximately 100 works chosen from the museum’s permanent collection—some on view for the first time—that encompasses the history of photography from 1843 to 2011. The exhibition centers upon the idea of an artist's signature or iconic image from an evolving and changed, historical perspective. Works from the 19th century to the present day by William Henry Fox Talbot, Julia Margaret Cameron, Edward Weston, August Sander, Diane Arbus, Gary Winnogrand, Hilla and Bernd Becher, Flor Garduńo, and Vik Muniz with recent gifts and acquisitions of works by Alfred Stieglitz, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Jayne Hinds Bidaut, John Coplans, Tamas Deszo, Danny Lyon, Alec Soth, and Martin Parr will be included in this important exhibition.
UNM Art Museum in Center of Art Builiding #62, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131 UNM Art Museum www.unm.edu/~artmuse/ — UNM Art Museum

During the second Saturday in February the Scouts from the Great Southwest Council host an annual food drive to benefit Roadrunner Food Bank. Scouts will leave information about the food drive at homes throughout the Albuquerque community the first Saturday in February, and will pick up any food left out at homes the second Saturday in February. Scouts bring all the food they collected directly to the Food Bank. For information about Scouting for Food contact the Great Southwest Council of Boy Scouts of America at 340.6244 or andrew.goldstein@scouting.org.
Albuquerque Roadrunner Food Bank www.rrfb.org/giving-societies-events/annual-events/scouting-for-food/ — Roadrunner Food Bank

Sinners and Saints is a visual feast of religious painting from 15th century Renaissance through 19th century neoclassical period in Europe and the New World, drawn entirely from the museum’s collections. These paintings give us portraits of saints Jerome, Agnes and Anne, alongside the likes of Cain and other ill-starred souls, such as Mary Magdalen.
UNM Art Museum in Center of Art Builiding #62, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131 UNM Art Museum www.unm.edu/~artmuse/ — UNM Art Museum

Come skate with the UNM Figure Skating Team and Hockey team! Watch a short performance and then skate with the teams for free. Bring your own skates or rent them at the rink. This is a fun event for all ages.
Outpost Ice Arena 9530 Tramway Boulevard Northeast Albuquerque, NM 87122-2244 UNM Figure Skating Team — UNM Figure Skating Team

HIROSHI SUGIMOTO is the first one-person exhibition in New Mexico of this internationally acclaimed master of photography. Organized by museum director, E. Luanne McKinnon, the show provides a focused overview of five of Mr. Sugimoto’s (b. 1948, Tokyo, Japan) best-known projects which emphasize the characteristics of time, light, space, movement + form – the very nature of reality itself. Selected works will be on view in the Van Deren Coke Gallery including the “Dioramas,” photographed in exquisite life-like detail at natural history and other museums; “Seascapes”, timeless vistas of air and water photographed at oceans from around the world; “Theatres,” for which he set the exposure time of his camera to the entire length of the film that was being shown; “Lightning Fields,” produced in the studio from experiments with electricity; and, “Mechanical Forms,” exquisitely detailed 19th century tools, the choice of which was highly influenced by the artist’s interest in Marcel Duchamp’s The Large Glass (1915-1923). The exhibition has been organized with the generous cooperation of the Fraenkel Gallery, San Francisco and courtesy of the artist.
UNM Art Museum in Center of Art Builiding #62, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131 UNM Art Museum www.unm.edu/~artmuse/ — UNM Art Museum