An Interview With Our New Yoga Teacher: Fernanda "Nanda" Savedra

 

Do you have a nickname that you like to be called? 

Most people call me Nanda, and I love it. It's short, easy to say, and, I hope, easy to remember!

What will you be teaching with Arts Connections?

I will be teaching Yoga. Together, we will practice movement, mindfulness, and breath work.

Do you like to dance? What kind?

I love to dance and will find a groove to almost any type of music! You can even find me with an imaginary guitar or drums moving to rock n' roll!

What kind of music do you like? Do you have a favorite musician or band? 

My taste in music is very broad and it varies with my mood, so I can't say I have a favorite. Nat King Cole, Paramore, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Ben Howard showcase the variety of musicians and bands I listen to. 

Where are you from? Where do you live? Have you lived in other places?

I was born in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil. I have lived in New Mexico for almost 16 years. Los Lunas has been my home for about 8 of those years. I have also lived in Chile for three and a half years when I was 9 years old. A lot of moving!

Do you like to travel? What's your favorite place that you've ever been? 

I love to travel, but haven't traveled much in years. Of all the places that I have been to, I miss Itajubá in Brazil. It is a beautiful town with lots of green trees and plants all around. It rains for several weeks at a time there, but the weather will remain warm and pleasant. It's a beautiful place. 

What do you like about yoga? Do you follow a certain yoga philosophy? How long have you been practicing yoga?

I love how yoga brings you inward and helps you to not only get to know yourself, but to become friends with yourself. This helps you to achieve an internal balance and peace that is otherwise lost in such a busy and often chaotic world. I have been practicing yoga for about nine years. When I first came to yoga, I was in a deep state of need. I can't emphasize how much it has helped me. I really wish that I had known yoga all of my life! Aside from the asana practice, I hold the eight limbs of yoga close to my heart and my life. Self-discipline (Tapas) and self-study (Svadhyaya) are essential to me. All the limbs are interwoven within each other and some of them are already embedded in our beings innately! 

What do you like about teaching?

Teaching allows me to share precious treasures with others. Guiding others towards a healthier and happier life brings me great joy. I have had to learn so much in my personal life, and I am still learning. But the freedom that I have found so far not only motivates me to keep going, but also inspires me to assist others into finding the same peace and freedom in their lives. Teaching is also a perfect way to self-study and a perfect way to keep learning. 

Do you have a favorite actor or actress? TV show? Movie?

I really admire Liam Neeson. He's a great actor and I have loved every movie that I watched with him in it. I also LOVE the show Frasier. I have seriously watched the entire show over 20 times. 

Do you like to cook? What are some of your favorite foods?

I love to cook and cook every single day! Rice, lentil salad, roti bread, pasta, fried tempeh, and salads are on the top of my list of favorite foods. 

What's your favorite color? 

For the past couple of months I have been drawn to the color yellow. Light yellow and mustard yellow specifically. I love the color so much that I even bought a yellow sleeve for my favorite reusable water bottle!

What do you do for fun? What are your hobbies?

I love knitting and reading. In the rare moments that I have free and quiet time, you will find me knitting or reading something. I also love to go camping!

Can you tell us about your family? Do you have any pets? What are their names?

My husband Aaron and I have been married for almost 13 years. Together we have a 12 year old daughter, Emma-Jayde. We also have an 8 year old maltese dog named Richie. We love him so much, we call him our son! We call ourselves the Three Musketeers plus One.

 

Mark's Movie of the Week #3: Titanic

 

Titanic (Lightstorm Entertainment; Paramount Pictures/20th Century Fox; December 19, 1997; 195 minutes)

Produced by James Cameron and Jon Landau 

Written and Directed by James Cameron 

Titanic is a 1997 American epic romance and disaster film, based on accounts of the sinking of the RMS Titanic, and stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as members of different social classes who fall in love aboard the ship during its ill-fated maiden voyage.  In 1996, aboard the research vessel Akademik Mstislay Keldysh, Brock Lovett and his team searched the wreck of RMS Titanic.  They recovered a safe they hoped contained a necklace with a large diamond known as the Heart of the Ocean.  Instead, they only found a drawing of a young nude woman wearing the necklace.  The sketch was dated April 14, 1912, the same day the Titanic struck the iceberg that caused it to sink.  Rose Dawson Calvert, the woman in the drawing, was brought aboard Keldysh.  She recounted her experience aboard the Titanic.  In 1912 Southampton, 17 -year old Rose DeWitt Bukster, her wealthy fiancé Caledon "Cal" Hockley, and Rose's widowed mother, Ruth, boarded the Titanic.  Meanwhile, Jack Dawson, a poor young artist, won a third-class Titanic ticket in a poker game.  After setting sail, Rose, distraught over her loveless engagement, climbed over the stern railing, intending to jump overboard.  Jack appeared and coaxed her back onto the deck.  The two developed a tentative friendship, but when Cal and Ruth strongly objected, Rose acquiesced and discouraged Jack's attentions.  She soon realized she had feelings for Jack.  On the forward deck, they witnessed the ship's collision with an iceberg and overheard its officers and builder discussing the serious situation.  With the ship sinking, Rose fled Cal and her mother, who boarded a lifeboat.  Jack and Rose returned to the boat deck.  The lifeboats departed and the ship's stern rose as its flooded bow sank.  As passengers fell to their deaths, Jack and Rose desperately clung to the stern rail.  The upended ship broke and the bow section dove downward.

The remaining stern slammed back on to the ocean, then upended again before it, too, sank.  In the freezing water, Jack helped Rose onto a wooden panel buoyant enough for only one person and made her promise to survive.  Rose was saved by a returning lifeboat, keeping her promise, and Jack died of hypothermia.  The RMS Carpathia rescued the survivors; Rose avoided Cal by hiding among the steerage passengers and gave her name as Rose Dawson.  In the present, Rose says she later heard that Cal committed suicide after losing his fortune in the Wall Street Crash of 1929.  Lovett abandons his search after hearing Rose's story.  Alone on the stern of Keldysh, Rose takes out the Heart of the Ocean, which has been in her possession all along, and drops it into the sea over the wreck site.  While she is seemingly asleep in her bed, her photos on the dresser depict a life of  freedom and adventure inspired by her early conversations with Jack.  A young Rose reunites with Jack at Titanic's Grand Staircase, applauded by those who died on the ship.  Titanic also stars Billy Zane, Frances Fisher, Gloria Stuart, Bill Paxton, Suzy Amis, Danny Nucci, David Warner, Jason Berry, Kathy Bates, Victor Garber, Bernard Hill, Jonathan Hyde, Eric Braeden, Charlotte Chatton, Bernard Fox, Michael Ensign, Jonathan Evans-Jones, Mark Lindsey Chapman, Ewan Stewart, Jonathan Phillips, Simon Crane, Ioan Gruffudd, Edward Fletcher, James Lancaster, Lew Palter, Elsa Raven, Martin East, Gregory Cooke, Craig Kelly, Liam Tuohy and Terry Forrestal, and known for his famous line: "I'm the king of the world!"  Titanic was nominated for 14 Academy Awards and won a record 11 Oscars including Best Picture (James Cameron and Jon Landau), Best Director (James Cameron), Best Art Direction (Peter Lamont and Michael D. Ford), Cinematography (Russell Carpenter), Best Costume Design (Debroah L. Scott), Best Film Editing (Conrad Buff, James Cameron and Richard A. Harris), Best Original Dramatic Score (James Horner), Best Original Song (James Horner and Will Jennings for "My Heart Will Go On "), Best Sound (Gary Rydstorm, Tom Johnson, Gary Summers and Mark Ulana), Best Sound Effects Editing (Tom Bellfort and Christopher Boyes), and Best Visual Effects (Robert Legato, Mark A. Lasoff, Thomas L. Fisher and Michael Kanfer). With over $2.202 billion dollars worldwide at the box office Titanic was king of the world.

 

Gardening with Lora: Why I Like to Garden

 

In my garden, I grow corn, spinach, green chile and flowers. I like to make watering my garden part of my every day routine. I like how pretty the flowers are. I like to watch the progress over time and see how my garden grows. And, in the end, I like to eat the vegetables. Especially the chile!

Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022)

 

You have probably heard the news that Queen Elizabeth II, England's longest reigning monarch, has died at the age of 96. This set off a week long media campaign leading up to the grand funeral. Like any head of state, there was the good and the bad, especially for one who ruled for so long. We can honor her legacy, while also discussing the harm caused by British colonialism. But in the end, it's important to acknowledge her huge presence and affect on western culture.

Mark's Movie of the Week #2: Jailhouse Rock

 

Jailhouse Rock (Avon Productions; Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; November 8, 1957; 96 minutes)
Screenplay by Guy Trosper
Story by Nedrick Young
Produced by Pandro S. Berman
Directed by Richard Thorpe

Jailhouse Rock was released in 1957 and stars Elvis Presley as Vince Everett, a construction worker who accidentally kills a drunken, belligerent man in a barroom brawl and is sentenced to 10-14 months in the state penitentiary for manslaughter.  Vince's cellmate, a washed-up country singer named Hunk Houghton, in jail for bank robbery, teaches Vince a few guitar chords.  Upon Vince's release 14 months later, he would make an appearance on a TV variety show. The warden gives him withheld fan mail from the TV show.  Hunk promises Vince a singing job at a nightclub owned by a friend, where Vince meets Peggy Van Alden, a promoter for pop singer Mickey Alba.  Vince takes the stage to sing when the house band takes a break, and Vince gets angry, smashes his guitar and leaves the club.  Peggy then persuades Vince to record a demo, and Peggy takes the tape to Geneva Records.  Later, Vince makes arrangements for another television show.  Vince soon becomes a major star.  However, Peggy no longer speaks to Vince, as his success has made him arrogant.  Vince signs a movie deal, and the studio head asks him to spend the day with his conceited co-star, Sherry Wilson for publicity purposes.  Sherry then falls in love with Vince after shooting a kissing scene.  Hunk starts a fight with Vince and strikes him in the throat, endangering Vince's voice and singing ability.  At the hospital, Vince forgives Hunk and realizes that he loves Peggy and that she loves him.  The film also stars Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy, Vaughn Taylor, Jennifer Holden and Dean Jones.  The film also features songs like "One More Day", "Young and Beautiful ", "I Want to Be Free", "Don't Leave Me Now","Treat Me Nice","(You're So Square) Baby I Don't Care", and the film's title song.  Who says Elvis has left the building.

Arts Connections Advice #2

 

Q. I have a new job. How can I make sure I keep it for a long time?

A. First off, to keep a job, you will want to make yourself appear professional and helpful. You should maintain a good relationship with your boss and coworkers by avoiding drama, like gossip and workplace conflicts. Make sure to be a good self advocate, while also stepping up to help and take on additional responsibilities as appropriate. For example, it would not be appropriate for your boss to ask you to run a personal errand for them while you're on the clock. But if they were to ask you to take on an extra work related task that is an extra responsibility, it can be a good idea to make yourself a useful and trusted employee. The other side of things is to make sure that you remain happy and satisfied at your job so that you don't get burned out. This means maintaining a good work/life balance and addressing any issues that come up, so that you don't feel resentful. If you keep those things in mind, you can stick with your job for a long time.

Q. I've been done with school for a long time, but I still love to learn. How can I continue my education?

A. Many people have a life long love of learning, and learning doesn't stop once you leave school. There are also many reasons for continued learning, including job and skill development, hobbies and interest or if you plan on making a big life or career change. One way to learn new skills is to hire a tutor or take a professional development class. There are also many opportunities at local colleges and universities to take adult continuing education classes that are a little less formal than regular university classes. Community centers are also a great resource for classes in gardening, art and media classes and exercise programs.

Mark's Movie of the Week #1: Gone with the Wind

 Gone with the Wind 

(Selznick International Pictures; Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; December 15, 1939; 221 minutes; 234-238 minutes)

Screenplay by Sidney Howard 

Based on the novel by Margaret Mitchell 

Produced by David O. Selznick

Directed by Victor Fleming

Gone with the Wind, based on the 1936 novel by Margaret Mitchell, was the greatest film of all time.  Set in the American South against the backdrop of the American Civil War and the Reconstruction era, the film stars Clark Gable as Rhett Butler, Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O'Hara, Leslie Howard as Ashley Wilkes and Olivia de Havilland as Melanie Hamilton.  The film begins in 1861 at Tara, the cotton plantation in Georgia on the eve of the American Civil War, the place where the O'Haras and their many slaves lived.  At Twelve Oaks, Scarlett O'Hara meets Rhett Butter, when Melanie's brother, Charles dies in battle; Scarlett was in trouble.  At the charity bazaar, Dr. Meade tells that Rhett is now a blockade runner for the Confederacy.  This film has such moments as the Battle of Gettysburg, the Atlanta Campaign, Reconstruction, the birth of Rhett and Scarlett's daughter, Bonnie Blue and a miscarriage. 

Gone with the Wind has a list of supporting players including Thomas Mitchell, Barbara O'Neil. Evelyn Keyes, Ann Rutherford, George Reeves, Fred Crane, Hattie McDaniel, Oscar Polk, Butterfly McQueen, Victor Jory, Everett Brown, Howard Hickman, Alicia Rhett, Rand Brooks, Carroll Nye, Laura Hope Crews, Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, Harry Davenport, Leona Roberts, Jane Darwell, Ona Munson, Irving Bacon, Ward Bond and Cliff Edwards.  The film was known for its quotes:  "Fiddle-dee-dee.", "I don't know nothin' bout birthin' babies.", "As God is my witness, I'll never be hungry again.",  "After all, tomorrow is another day!" and "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn." Gone with the Wind was nominated for 13 Academy Awards and won 8 Oscars, including Best Picture (David O.Selznick), Best Director (Victor Fleming), Best Actress (Vivien Leigh), Best Supporting Actress (Hattie McDaniel), Best Screenplay (Sidney Howard), Best Cinematography-Color (Ernest Haller and Ray Rennaham), Best Art Direction (Lyle Wheeler), Best Film Editing (Hal C. Kern and James E. Newcom), a Special Award to William Cameron Menzies and a Technical Achievement Award to Don Musgrave.  The film was rereleased in 1942,1947,1954,1961,1967,1971,1989, and 1998.  This film was received by U.S. television premiere on HBO on June 11, 1976, it made its network television debut in November, 1976 on NBC and on CBS in 1978 and it was launched by two cable channels- Turner Network Television (TNT) in 1988 and Turner Classic Movies (TCM) in 1994.  There never has been a film like Gone with the Wind.

 

Brittania Ranks Her Favorite Friends Characters

 

1. Ross: Brittania defies the haters and says that Ross is her favorite Friends character. Others may find Ross to be insufferable, but Brittania thinks he's cute.  

2. Chandler: Brittania thinks that Chandler is a romantic choice. He's also considered quite funny. 

3. Joey: How you doin? Even though he places 3rd in Brittania's heart, Joey is whole package: nice, funny and charming. He may not be the smartest, but he's a lovable goofball. 

4. Rachel: She's a strong, single woman, who has a baby on her own and does it all with an iconic hairstyle. 

5. Phoebe: She's a singer who champions smelly cats and a unique spirit.

6. Monica: Monica is a little uptight, which puts her at the bottom of our list, but she has a lot to offer.

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite Live Action Shorts, #2

 

1.  Universal Newsreel (Universal, 1929-1967).

2.  Hearst Metrotone News/News of the Day (Hearst, MGM, 1914-1967).

3.  Fox Movietone News (20th Century Fox, 1928-1963).

4.  Paramount News (Paramount, 1927-1957).

5.  The March of Time (RKO, 20th Century Fox, 1935-1951).

6.  Pete Smith Series (MGM, 1931-1955).

7.  FitzPatrick Traveltalks (MGM, 1931-1953).

8.  True-Life Adventures (Walt Disney, 1948-1960).

9.  John Nesbitt's Passing Parade (MGM,1938-1949).

10.  RKO Sportscope (RKO, 1938-1957).

 

Will's Book Nook: The Rest of the Story Scribblings

 

Paul Harvey, a well respected news anchor during World War II, started The Rest of the Story as a segment of his regular news broadcast. People liked it so much, that it eventually became its own radio series on ABC Radio, premiering in 1976. According to Wikipedia, the show "consisted of stories presented as little-known or forgotten facts on a variety of subjects with some key element of the story (usually the name of some well-known person) held back until the end. The broadcasts always concluded with a variation on the tag line, "And now you know...the rest of the story." I really appreciated his soothing tone of voice, with a very conversational affect. One particular segment, in which he's asked to give a speech at Texas A&M, in which he was quoted as saying: "and on the 8th day, God [...] created the farmer." It really stuck with me, because I grew up in a farming community. I give it 5 out of 5 scribbles. 

Arts Connections Advice

This is a new series we will run from time to time. Write in to mgovoni@artsconnections.org with your burning questions and the Writing Together class shall endeavor to answer.

Q: A issue in the differently abled community is finding accessible places to go and things to do. How do I find this information?

A: One of the best resources for finding accessible attractions are blogs (like this one!), Google Maps and the internet in general. For example, wheelchairtraveling.com has access guides for many destinations around the world. Google Maps has an accessibility category that shows features like wheelchair accessible entrances and accessible parking. This feature is better seen in the app on your phone, so our suggestion to Google is to make this information available on the desktop version as well! Are listening Google?! (Probably). You can also ask questions of different venues and establishments in Google Maps, which are then visible to others. You can also search reviews with keywords like "wheel chair" and "accessible." There are other places to find venue information, like Yelp and many businesses have a website and/or a Facebook page. You can rely on signage, but we would recommend planning ahead as much as possible to make your visit as smooth as possible. 

 

Q: I recently got a new job at a pizza place. How do I make a good impression on the first day?

A:  The first thing is to give yourself plenty of time to get there, since you don't want to show up late on your first day. Leave 20 minutes earlier to make sure you don't get lost or stuck in traffic. You never know what can happen! You also want to make sure that you have practiced good hygiene, like showering, wearing deodorant and clean clothes. A firm handshake and a smile can also give a good impression. And make sure to show up with a good amount of energy (make sure to eat and drink water!) and a positive attitude to start things off on the right foot. Lastly, you will be learning the ropes, so remember to be observant and to ask questions.  

Will's Book Nook: The Collected Adventures of Chick Bowdry

 The Adventures of Chick Bowdrie by Louis l'Amour is a three volume collection with a full cast and great sound effects. These are my favorite western stories. The character of Chick Bowdrie is first introduced in a story about a card game that gets interesting when someone is caught cheating. From the same era of Gunsmoke and Have Gun Will Travel, these radio dramas encouraged audience participation to see if they could guess what would happen. Bullet for A Bad Man is one story that I particularly liked, because it starts off with a flashback from when Chick was just starting out as a Texas Ranger. It tells the tale of an old acquaintance who holds a grudge against Chick. The gun fights make you feel like you're really there. I give this one 4 out of 5 Scribbles.

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite Live Action Shorts #1

 1.  The Three Stooges (Columbia,1934-1958).

2.  ZaSu Pitts, Thelma Todd, Patsy Kelly, Pert Kelton and Lyda Roberti (Hal Roach, 1933-1936).

3.  Robert Benchley Comedies (Fox, MGM, Paramount, 1928-1945).

4.  Our Gang (Hal Roach, MGM,1927-1944).

5.  Laurel and Hardy (Hal Roach, 1927-1935). 

6.  Broadway Brevities (Warner Bros., 1931-1943).

7.  Charley Chase (Hal Roach, MGM, Columbia,1924-1940).

8.  Andy Clyde (Columbia,1935-1956).

9.  Joe McDoakes (Warner Bros., 1942-1956).

10.  Harry Langdon (Hal Roach, MGM, Educational, Paramount, Columbia, RKO, 1928-1945).

 

Disability Pride

 

July is Disability Pride Month, which celebrates the very important passage of The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 32 years ago today, on July 26, 1990. People with Disabilities makes up 15 percent of the world's population. Disability Pride Month celebrates people with disabilities, their identities, culture, contributions to society, and end the stigma of disability, because disability is a natural part of human diversity and should be celebrated. We wanted to share some ways that you can uplift the disability community. 

Take part in a Disability Pride parade or celebrate. Come out and support disabled members of your community by showing up for them and honoring them. There are many parades and events celebrated annually in cities such as New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and many more. 

Support Disability Representation by consuming content made by, for and featuring people with disabilities, like this year's Oscar winner, CODA or the YouTube channel Six Blind Kids. Or pick up a book, like The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (It's also a stage play!).  

Advocate, Donate or Volunteer with an organization (like us!) that supports people with disabilities. Arts Connections is celebrating our 2 year anniversary this month as well. Click here to donate to our program and support people of all abilities making connections through the arts!

 

Will's Book Nook: The Rivals Scribblings

 

The Rivals, a BBC anthology series showcasing different detectives in literature in the style of Sherlock Holmes, is introduced by the fictional detective Inspector Le Strade from the notes for his supposed memoir. It introduced a lot of characters that I wasn't familiar with, read by a bunch of really good British actors that I wasn't familiar with. The first episode, for example, was an adaptation of Edgar Allen Poe's "Murders on the Rue Morgue," which was first published in British magazine, The Strand. I particularly liked the stories featuring blind detective, Max Carrados, who loses his eyesight in an accident, because despite his disability he's still an effective investigator. This anthology series showed me that Sherlock Holmes isn't the only smart detective in literature. The twists were shocking and the sound effects were also great. I give if 5 out of 5 spyglasses (scribbles). 

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite TV's Fierce Women of the 90s & 00s

 

1.  Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) The Vampire Diaries.
2.  Annie Wilson (Shenae Grimes) 90210.
3.  Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively) Gossip Girl.
4.  Catherine Willows (Marg Helgenberger) CSI:Crime Scene Investigation.
5.  Lorelei & Rory Gilmore (Lauren Graham & Alexis Bledel) Gilmore Girls.
6.  Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
7.  Felicity Porter (Keri Russell) Felicity.
8.  Ally McBeal (Calista Flockhart) Ally McBeal.
9.  Amanda Woodward (Heather Locklear) Melrose Place.
10.  Brenda Walsh (Shannen Doherty) Beverly Hills, 90210.

Brittania's Top 5 Wrestlers

 Britannia enjoys watching professional wrestling in her spare time. Here are her top 5 favorite stars:

1. John Cena: John Cena is both cute and funny. He's now a major star of film and television, in which he often play humorous roles as the hero or a complicated villain. He's also done a couple of Disney movies.   

 

2. Dominik Mysterio: Otherwise known as Brittania's boyfriend. The son of Rey Mysterio, he has been performing with his father since he was a kid. He's grown up to be quite good looking.

3. Kane: His mask is creepy, but I still think he's cute. He is the younger half-brother of The Undertaker, and a villain in the WWE. His alter ego, Glenn Thomas Jacobs was the mayor of Knox County, Tennessee.

 

4. The Undertaker: His outfit is classic, and I like his hat. He is the older brother of Kane, who are called The Brothers of Destruction. He retired from the WWE in 2020 and was inducted into their Hall of Fame this year.

5. The Rock: Also known as Dwayne Johnson, he has a nice smile and is a goofy guy. Like John Cena, he is now a major movie star, including The Fast and the Furious franchise. Back in his wrestling days he was known for his raised eyebrow and his famous, nonsensical catchphrase, "Can you smell what the Rock is cookin?"

Honorable Mention: Hulk Hogan is the OG Superstar of the Professional Wrestling world. He was known for his bandana, blonde mullet and mustache and for ripping off his bright yellow shirt. 

Will's Book Nook: Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes

 

The first volume of the Peter Nimble books by Jonathan Auxier, Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes tells the story of a blind orphan who is forced into a life of crime by his brutal master Mr. Seamus. It's uncommon to see disability representation in the YA fantasy genre, so I was happy to see that in Peter Nimble. Plus the characters are really relatable, especially the relationship between Peter and Mr. Seamus, which has an Oliver Twist/Artful Dodger feel to it. Mr. Seamus ends up stealing something that Peter really needs, and on Peter's journey to retrieve it. He learns a lot about himself along the way--including his destiny. I give it 5 out of 5 Scribbles, because it held my attention and I was interested in where the story was going. 

Top Ten: Mark's Favorite TV's Fierce Women of the 70s & 80s

 

1.  Murphy Brown (Candice Bergen) Murphy Brown.
2.  Sergeant Judith "Judy" Hoffs (Holly Robinson) 21 Jump Street.
3.  Julia Sugarbaker (Dixie Carter) Designing Women.
4.  Christine Cagney (Meg Foster, Sharon Gless)& Mary Beth Lacey (Tyne Daly) Cagney & Lacey.
5.  Officer Lucille "Lucy" Bates (Betty Thomas) Hill Street Blues.
6.  Sabrina Duncan (Kate Jackson), Jill Munroe (Farrah Fawcett-Majors), Kelly Garrett (Jaclyn Smith), Kris Munroe (Cheryl Ladd), Tiffany Wells (Shelley Hack) & Julie Rogers (Tanya Roberts) Charlie's Angels.
7.  Diana Prince/Wonder Woman (Lynda Carter) The New Adventures of Wonder Woman.
8.  Sergeant Suzanne "Pepper" Anderson (Angie  Dickinson) Police Woman.
9.  "Aunt" Esther Anderson (LaWanda Page) Sanford and Son.
10.  Maude Findlay (Beatrice Arthur) Maude.
 

Arts Connections 2nd Anniversary

Will makes a funny face.

 

This month marks the 2nd anniversary of our program, Arts Connections. We launched our free sample classes in July 2020, with the official launch in September. We started as a program of local Albuquerque nonprofit, OT Circus, and branched off on our own in September 2021. "It's been the best thing to happen for me, because I missed hanging with my friends during the first few months of the pandemic," says Will Schnurnberger, who has been participating since the beginning. "I love the program," says student Mark Jones, who has also been with Arts Connections since 2020, "because it's THE place to learn." Lora Jaramillo started classes in 2021, and loves "Book Club and painting." Joseph Tenorio likes seeing his friends on Zoom. Arts Connections is primarily a virtual arts program, but this year an in person monthly crafting workshop was launched with the help of local organization, Working Classroom. As we approach our third year, we are looking forward to making more friends, more art and the possibility of adding more classes.    

 

Lora shows off a drawing.