Art Binational ? 2008 ? Binacional de Arte Exhibition
The El Paso Museum of Art (EPMA) and the Museo de Arte Ciudad Juarez (INBA) announce Art Binational ? 2008 ? Binacional de Arte , the first binational juried exhibition which will be hosted by EPMA and INBA from June 8 though August 24, 2008 . Two artworks by each selected artist will be included in this exhibition. One artwork will be exhibited at EPMA and the other will be exhibited at INBA. This exhibition was curated by Christian Gerstheimer, EPMA Curator and Katherine Smith, EPMA Assistant Curator.
The exhibition will be juried by Ruth Fine and Luis-Martin Lozano.
On Wednesdays from June 18 ? August 20, 2008 at 12:15 pm EPMA will be offering Artists on Art , a forum that will give some of the featured artists an opportunity to discuss their work in the Art Binational 2008 Exhibition. Spanish/English translation will be provided.
“Elemental Realms” a collective exhibition
Date: Saturday, July 26th, 2008 – Saturday, September 27th, 2008
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Cutter Aviation Terminal
Phone: 9155948424
Email: al@elpasoartcalendar.com
Event Description: “Elemental Realms” A Collective Exhibition features 10 of El Paso’s Top Artists- Carmen Navar, Jeniffer Stapher-Thomas, Fr Vincent Peterson, Carmen Rodriquez, Erica Contreras, Bassel Wolfe, Lyuba Titovets, Bill Herring, John McKenzie and Reggie Watterson. Exhibit runs July 26 ? September 27, 2008. Opening Reception on Saturday July 26, from 6-8pm in the presence of the artists at the Cutter Aviation Terminal, 1771 Shuttle Columbia Dr, at the El Paso International Airport. Info 915-779-0270 Gallery Hours: Open 24hrs daily.
5th Annual Faces of Diabetes Conference: Diabetes and its Consequences
October 17, 2008
Wyndham El Paso Airport Hotel
El Paso, Texas
Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Physician Assistants, Medical Residents, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Dieticians, Social Workers, Certified Diabetes Educators, Health Educators, Promotoras, and other medical professionals who work with patients with diabetes.
Contact the El Paso Diabetes Association for registration information as it becomes available at www.epdiabetes.org.
El Paso Chopin Music Festival
The 2008 fall series of piano concerts is sponsored by El Paso Community College and the El Paso Chopin Festival Society. Performances are at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, Sept. 20 and Oct. 4. at the Chamizal National Memorial, 800 S. San Marcial. Admission is free, but people are advised to arrive early because the concerts are almost always standing room only.
More Information: 584-1595 or chopinfest@sbcglobal.net. Web: elpaso-chopin.com.
Fairs, Festivals & Food
October 18?19, 2008 ? Hueco Tanks SHS ? 14th Annual Interpretive Fair ? See history and culture come alive at one of El Paso’s most unique natural areas! Attractions of the two-day event will include Native American dancing and drumming, a Buffalo Soldier encampment, Folklorico dancers, pictograph and birding tours, climbing demonstrations, environmental and cultural information booths, an evening campfire storytelling program, and food, music, art, gifts and books for sale. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday; free admission, but donations in support of the site through volunteerism and contributions to our Lone Star Legacy endowment fund encouraged (915) 857-1135.
Amigo Airshow
El Paso, Texas, USA
October 04 – October 05, 2008
Description:
This two-day airshow features flying and static civilian and military aircraft, ground activities including a KidSho, a WheelSho and TradeSho, corporate chalets, and more.
Performers:
The Canadian Snowbirds, the US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, the Super Shockwave Jet Truck, Rocky Hill-AOL, Starfighters, Air Combat Canada, Bulldog Airshows, Silent Wings Sailplane, USAS F-15 Demo, Col. Frank Borman – P51 Heritage Flight
Location: Biggs Army Airfield
Directions: Ft. Bliss Air Defense Center
Times: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission & Parking: Parking free.
Tickets at the Gate
Adults $12
Children $8
Website: http://www.amigoairsho.org
Telephone: 915.562.6446
Email: amigoairsho@aol.com
Employment in El Paso, Texas
Education in El Paso is the largest single employer in the city with government jobs running a close second. Both the El Paso Independent School District and the Ysleta Independent School District hire more people than any private entity. The University of Texas at El Paso, Socorro Independent School District and the El Paso Community College also contribute significantly to the economic stability of the area. Fort Bliss civilian employees accounts for the second-largest employment opportunity in El Paso, with city and county governments combining to round out the majority of the top ten employers.
Wal-Mart is also a major economic factor in the area, as is tourism and service industries.
Dining of El Paso, Texas
Traditional Mexican food ? from tacos and refried beans to margaritas ? are the staples of this border town. Naturally, the proximity to Mexico plays an important role in the city?s restaurants and visitors spend countless dollars sampling the native fare. But it?s not all about Mexico, even in this metropolitan area that reaches on both sides of the border.
You?ll find plenty of options for fine dining, fast foods and other cultural eating places. Pizza, Chinese and other ethnic restaurants are available, as are some of the more traditional ?western? foods ? hearty steak and eggs. While you?re probably not going to visit El Paso without sampling some of the Mexican food being offered, you aren?t going to be forced to eat tortillas during your entire visit.
Arts of El Paso, Texas
Considering the idea that many people hold about El Paso as a ?rough and rowdy? cowboy town, visitors may be surprised to find a large number of cultural activities available. Take a look at a few of the offerings.
El Paso Arts and Cultural Department
The ACD presents a number of artistic and cultural events for the community each year. Ranging from music, dance and theatre productions to educational events, you?ll find something here for everyone.
El Paso Museum of Art
More than just a museum, you?ll find everything from art collections to educational classes here. Displays change regularly so you?ll always have a chance to see something new.
Natural History Museum of El Paso
From the dawn of life to the dawn of space travel, you?ll find an impressive array of displays here. Fossil collections, tomb artifacts and cosmic photos provide information on topics that the whole family will find fun and informative.
Philadelphia Museum of Arts
It was founded in 1876 and is now considered one of the most important art museums in the world. There?s a variety of continuous and special exhibits and some 800,000 visitors tour the museum annually.
Spencer Theatre for the Performing Arts
Professional performances in theatre, music and dance in an awesome setting. The Spencer Building is almost as impressive as the performances.
You?ll find lots more galleries and events in the El Paso area. There are museums for firefighters, anthropology, history, medicine and more. Set aside an evening for opera, symphony or art collections. Whatever holds your attention, you?ll find it in El Paso.
Housing of El Paso, Texas
Housing in El Paso is typically adequate for the number of people seeking houses, but there?s not a great number of units for sale at any given time. According to information from area real estate agents, the number of rental units available is typical of the rest of the United States.
The El Paso Housing Authority plays an important role in providing housing for the poorer residents of the area. The proximity to the Mexican border also impacts the housing situation, giving many people the option of whether to live in Mexico or the US, and the option to work in the other country.
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