El Paso Magazine

Calendar of Events 11.06.09

EPMG staff — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:29:07 -0700

From the Christmas Fair to the Renaissance Faire, there's plenty to do in the Sun City this weekend.

March of Dimes Signature Chef Auction

EPMG staff — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:12:34 -0700

This year will mark the 5th Annual Signature Chefs Auction at the Camino Real Hotel on November 12. Various chefs from the El Paso area will be on hand to present their signature dishes and offer their gourmet packets to auction off, such as dinners for ten.

La Boheme running now until Nov. 15

EPMG staff — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:32:49 -0700

In the spirit of the guerilla performances of Opera Attacks in area restaurants and of the accessible nature of Opera for All, the El Paso Opera has launched a series of performances of Puccini’s “La Vie de La Boheme”.

La Vie de La Boheme opens tonight

EPMG Staff — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:39:53 -0700

Today marks the opening of the El Paso Opera's production of Giacomo Puccini's "La Vie de La Boheme."

World Series boom for Chubby's Bronx Deli

David Pacheco — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:09:23 -0700

The Fall Classic has arrived once again, although living in the Sun City, it can be difficult to tell whether or not fall has officially arrived. Local deli owner Mike Annabi, has seen a recent surge in business the past few weeks thanks to the arrival of the World Series.

Calendar of Events 10.30.09

EPMG Staff — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:23:56 -0600

From corn mazes to haunted houses, there's a lot going on this Halloween weekend.

I am a Paranormal Investigator

Elisa Terrazas — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:21:29 -0600

With Halloween just around the corner, many people have begun their yearly ritual of decorating their homes in preparation for the much anticipated batch of trick-or-treaters. Haunted Houses have popped up all over the city, attracting those who, in light of the upcoming holiday, feel daring enough this time of year to seek out the local thrills.

Literary El Paso series: Robert Selzer

EPMG Staff — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:34:43 -0600

Robert Selzer reads "The Old Man" from Literary El Paso.

Rio Grande Adelante presents the Matthew Shepard Scholarship

Elisa Terrazas — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:13:09 -0600

Eleven years ago, a young man was brutally beaten to death in a vicious hate crime that shook our nation. His name was Matthew Shepard, a gay student at the University of Wyoming. By all accounts, Shepard was described as accepting, optimistic, gentle, and overall, a strong believer in the power of education.

Calendar of Events 10.16.09

EPMG Staff — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:08:37 -0600

From outdoor markets to "Rent", there's a lot going on in El Paso this weekend. Sign up for our free e-newsletter on the homepage and receive this listing in your inbox on Fridays.

Literary El Paso series: Sergio Troncoso

EPMG Staff — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:56:37 -0600

Sergio Troncoso reads "The Abuelita" from Literary El Paso.

3rd Annual Dog Fair

EPMG Staff — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:28:46 -0600

El Paso Saddleblanket hosted its 3rd annual dog lovers fair with proceeds from the event going to the Humane Society.

Meet Brandy: an El Paso female football player

David Pacheco — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:20:11 -0600

Brandy hopes that what she has accomplished will encourage other girls throughout the country to play football, “If one girl can do it, then every girl can do it.”

Calendar of Events 10.9.09

EPMG Staff — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:19:44 -0600

Enjoy all kinds of Fall fun this weekend to include movie festivals, bazaars, haunted houses, mazes and more. And be sure to visit www.newspapertree.com for news that matters to you!

I am a fashion designer

Natalia Aguilar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:58:12 -0600

Fashion designer Adrian Correa works on his line “Two Movements” to bring an innovative style to El Paso’s fashion scene.

Rubin Center opening reception: Snagged, Love Without Contact, Warhol

EPMG Staff — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:23:05 -0600

Several exhibitions will open tonight at the Rubin Center, including Snagged by the Tom Leader Studio, Love Without Contact by Ruben Verdu, and Celebrity, a collection of photos by Andy Warhol. Each will be on display until Dec. 12.

Rubin Center Director's Circle Fundraiser

EPMG Staff — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:30:10 -0600

Bi-annual soirees hosted by the Director's Circle, give visiting artists the chance to mingle with El Pasoans interested in the arts and for the Director's Circle to raise funds for the Rubin Center of Visual Arts.

Unique Boutique: El Paso Museum of Archeology Gift Store

Cassandra Davisson — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:26:28 -0600

This unique boutique is situated on the northeast side of Transmountain, and the view is glorious. Explore the fascinating exhibits, traverse the hiking trials and just appreciate our desert southwest landscape in the shadow of our beautiful mountains.

Literary El Paso series: Lee Byrd

EPMG Staff — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:41:11 -0600

Lee Byrd reads from her story "When He is 37" from Literary El Paso.

Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament

EPMG Staff — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:46:26 -0600

This is the third annual golf tournament in honor of the Boys & Girls Clubs of El Paso. The proceeds from the day's event go to the Boys & Girls Clubs.

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Crime Victims Memorial Reading Garden

EPMG Staff — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:37:16 -0600

The City of El Paso Public Art Program along with the Crime Victims Rights Council celebrated the unveiling of "Remembrance," a memorial monument commemorating local victims of crime by Colorado artist, Ken Bernstein.

Literary El Paso series: Bobby Byrd

EPMG Staff — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:05:53 -0600

Bobby Byrd reads "Gabachos in the Photograph" from Literary El Paso, which will be published on Oct. 15.

Literary El Paso series: Anthology showcases range of writing talent

EPMG Staff — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:34:57 -0600

TCU Press started it’s Literary Cities series with Literary Fort Worth published in 2002. It has since created series for Dallas and Austin. Now, El Paso is joining the ranks of cities with their own anthology, which will released Oct. 15.

Up and away at the Amigo Airsho

Cassandra Davisson — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:01:52 -0600

When I woke up and went to work this morning, I had no clue that later in the day I would be outfitted with a parachute, but at EPMG, I have learned to never be surprised.

Annabel Livermore opening reception

EPMG Staff — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:17:53 -0600

El Paso art lovers attended the opening reception celebrating new paintings by Annabel Livermore at the Adair Margo Gallery.