august 2016 - Socorro County Chamber of Commerce

Chamber News
AUGUST 2016
P.O. Box 743, Socorro, NM 87801
575-835-0424 www.socorrochamber.org
www.facebook.com/SocorroChamber
Spirit of Socorro
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restaurants and attractions
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Socorro … the Cultural Crossroads of New Mexico
The votes are in!!
Chamber of Commerce
Welcomes New Board Members!
Board President-Linda Wilson is a vibrant force in the Socorro community. As
pastor of Epiphany Episcopal Church, Linda brings wisdom, education and service to
not only her congregation, but extends her generosity to the community at large.
Linda has teamed with the Chamber in promoting Socorro events.
Lillian Armijo is the Director of Community Education at New Mexico Tech.
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SOCORRO FARMER’S MARKET
Welcomes ART IN THE PARK
Saturday August 6,2016 9am-2pm
Please come and support local
Artists and Farmers!
Lillian’s presence is quite visible in Socorro, both in promoting Tech events and as
liaison between the City of Socorro and NM Tech. Lillian consistently demonstrates
an eagerness to spur Socorro forward, while working closely with the Chamber in creating a cohesiveness between the Town and Tech.
William Baker is a local businessman in the software industry. William is actively
working with the Chamber both within the Broadband group and helping the Chamber
with website and software goals. William hopes to bring to Socorro solutions for
greater service, higher speeds and much lower rates for internet service.
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Michael Olguin, Jr. is well known as a City of Socorro Councilman and, with his
father, operates Michael Olguin Insurance Company. Michael’s local roots go back
generations. Through his work as councilman for the City and other community entities, Michael demonstrates a passionate commitment to the growth of Socorro.
Len Truesdell has a background in engineering, physics and chemistry. After retir-
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Colleen Gino, born in El Monte, California, first started her photography
while working at an observatory in Los Angeles. Her first photos were of the dome
being transported in by helicopter, at the Mt. Wilson Observatory. After her photo
was published by the New York Times, in 1999, Colleen relocated to New Mexico
where she continued her career as a telescope operator at the Very Large Array.
Colleen is intrigued by the broad range of New Mexico, and continues to photograph the landscape, horizon, sunset, and likes to focus on the sky. “Whatever opportunity there is, wherever I am? I turn that into photography!” says Colleen.
Now located in Polvadera, she is inspired by the day and night sky. Colleen’s photography will be displayed at the Chamber of Commerce, all month long in August.
We will be hosting a reception august 19th from 5:30-6:30pm Please join us!
ing from Shell Oil, Len turned his talents to teaching, first in Colorado, then at New
Mexico Tech, from which he retired in 2003. Len is a past president and still active
member of the Rotary Club.
Jon Morrison is a retired chemist and very active volunteer. His keen ability to understand and act upon situations in a positive manner makes Jon a valued member of
our community. Many people know Jon for his baking skills, as he operated a local
bakery. Jon is a member of the Broadband Group as well as other organizations in
service for Socorro.
Congratulations to you all!
We’ve been helping businesses thrive since 1958
and we’d love to help your business, too!
Chamber of
Commerce
Board Members
August 2016
Lillian Armijo
William Baker
Nick Keller
Penny Lommen
Jon Morrison
Michael Olguin, Jr.
Veronica Pound
Len Truesdell
Zooila Armijo
Board President
Linda Wilson
Admin Assistant
Community Relations
Anthony Valdivia
New Summer Hours
Monday-Wednesday-Friday
9am-5pm
Greetings to all the Chamber Members,
Unexpected changes in administration take us by surprise and we likely ask,
"What happens now?" As the acting president, I want to assure you that the Board with its new
members has responded quickly to continue the everyday business of the Chamber. Everyone is
working as a team to move forward with confidence as we search for a new executive director.
We will continue to keep you informed about our activity on behalf of the members. Please feel
free to call me with your questions or concerns.
Linda Wilson
All August
Socorro Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays & Saturdays, Historic Plaza
August 6
Recycle NEWSPAPERS & ALUMINUM Cans
8:30-11:30 pm, Empty Lot South of Ace Hardware, (575) 835-0424
August 6
Hammel Museum OPEN to the Public
9:00 am-12:00 noon, 500 6th St. N., (575) 835-3183
August 6
The Friends of the Socorro Public Library Book Sale
10:00 am-1:00 pm, Finley Gym Book Sorting Room, (575) 835-1114
August 6
Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array Guided Tours
11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm, 50 Miles West on Hwy. 60 (575) 835-7243
**No Reservations Required
August 6
First Saturday Star Party
1hour after dusk, NM Tech Etscorn Observatory
** No reservations required
August 12
4th Annual Back to School Health Fair
12:00-4:00 pm, Finley Gym, (575) 838-7537
August 13
Hot August Community Yard Sale
8:00 am–12:00pm, Historic Plaza, Socorro Heritage & Visitors Center, (575) 835-8927
August 20
Recycle MIXED PAPER & CARDBOARD
8:30-11:30 am, Historic Plaza, (575) 835-0424
August 20
Toy Train Show & Swap Meet
9:00 am-4:00 pm, Best Western Conference Room, (575) 418-7534
August 20-21
Hot August Nights
12:00 pm– 10:00 pm, Historic Plaza, Socorro Heritage and Visitors Center for info:
(575) 835-8927
2nd Annual Hot August Nights 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Historic Plaza, Socorro Heritage and Visitors Center (575) 835-8927
August 31
Socorro County Fair Begins
Socorro County Fair Grounds, (575) 835-1256
Distributed by the City of Socorro Tourism Department
(575) 835-8927
www.socorronm.org
Its chile harvest time in Socorro County, that special time of year when roasters char the skins of those precious peppers and New Mexicans stock up for the
year. When I asked a local farmer here in Socorro how this year’s crop was
going he replied“The Heat is more heavy this year, so this means more watering!” Also more leg work for the workers because the water is absorbed quicker! However, the crop is going well! We should be ready to start harvest Aug
15th, says the owners of Gerardo’s Farm on La Vega Rd.
So stay tuned to your Local Farmers Market and your favorite road side stands
for the Best flavor of Socorro’s Chile!
Special thanks to our non-profit organizations for cleaning up our town!
*Socorro County Community Alternatives Program
*Socorro Junior Golf Association
*Family Christian Center Youth Group
(remember to schedule a date for your non-profit group to earn $$)