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VSA arts 
of New Mexico
4904 4th N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone 505-345-2872
Fax: 505-345-2896
NM Relay Network:
1-800-659-8331
[email protected]

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May 21, 2001
Words and Pictures: Poetry, Prose and Paintings

Musica d' Antiqua will entertain visitors at the opening reception for Words and Pictures, an eclectic selection of writing and visual art by the Blue Lava Writing Group.  The opening will take place on Friday, June 1st from 2 - 5 PM at the Very Special Arts Gallery, 4904 Fourth Street, NW.

The Blue Lava Writing Group is composed of nine apprentice artists from VSA arts of New Mexico's studio arts program under the direction of poet-in-residence Dara McLaughlin.  Blue Lava, a recently published anthology of their work, will be available during the opening.  In her introduction to Blue Lava, Ms. McLaughlin writes, "Within these pages you will discover different language, expression at its purist, and layer upon layer of unusual perspectives that can only be revealed by a minority of human beings." 

The artists and writers represented in this exhibit will share a diverse selection of their work, including perspectives on disability, life, time, relationships and the weather.  As contributor Cindy Brannon put it, "We told stories, some of which were true."  VSA arts of New Mexico invites everyone to join the artists for this truly unique exhibit.

  Words and Pictures will run through Saturday, June 30.  Gallery hours are Wednesday - Saturday from 11 am - 4 pm and by appointment.   For more information contact VSA arts of New Mexico at 345-2872.

From: National Organization on Disability
The City of Las Cruces Awarded for Community Efforts for Citizens with Disabilities

Washington, DC, February 12, 2001-Among the seven cities and three countries receiving this year's total of $30,000 in cash prizes in the N.O.D./United Parcel Service (UPS) Year 2001 Community Awards Competition, Las Cruces, N.M. is a winner.

Las Cruces is recognized for its year-long commitment to celebrating disability and diversity during the year 2000, commemorating the tenth birthday of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The city's efforts resulted in events and celebrations with participation from art, literature and theater organizations, the disability community, the ADA Advisory Board and City Departments. These events helped to increase the participation and integration of person with disabilities into existing programs and helped create grater awareness of the value of including all citizens in the community.