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Ei Paso Times Suncay, May 29, 2005 3f 1 Kim ffr-r Roedl i Denim Diamonds Luncheon few- Historical play to take stage indoors Downtown 3E3 fir I Models Zee Baltrus, fLr I It right, and Liliana Hn Sanchez, far right. and 1 7 i i KJ rr -He Victor Calzada El Paso Times Uane Vane, left, and Maura Mc-Cabe at the Denim and Diamonds Luncheon. Photos by Yasmin A. Aboytes El Paso Times Brenda Rodriguez struts along the catwalk during Avida Salon and Spa's Fire and Ice runway show. Liane Vane and Maura McCabe were the guests of honor at the Denim and Diamonds Luncheon, a special afternoon affair hosted May 19 by the Fort Bliss Officers, Civilians and Spouses Association.

Vane is the wife of outgoing Fort Bliss commander Gen. Michael Vane. McCabe is the wife of Brig. Gen. Rick McCabe.

Club members thanked both women for their dedication to the organization, Fort Bliss and the El Paso community. Vane also helped the organization install and welcome its new board members. Munoz, international artistic director for Avida Salon and Spa, performed a three-minute makeover during the show. Marzioli is the vice president of TIGIBedhead and a style educator. It was a whirlwind of beauty and fash- Bassett's opening of a new entrance on ion May 21 as Avida Salon presented its the east side of the mall.

The event Fire and Ice runway show at Bassett showcased hair and clothing fashions. Place. Two special guests, Marcel Munoz and The show was part of a celebration of Paul Joseph Marzioli, also participated. Fans of the long-running "Viva El Paso!" will have the chance to see the musical revue once again this summer. But this time, it won't be in McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre, which is closed for renovations.

Instead, the show will be staged in the Abraham Chavez Theatre. Being fairly new to the area, I've only heard stories about this El Paso staple, which will be in its 28th year. The production has survived controversies, including the abrupt resignations of artistic director Hector Serrano and executive director David Mills in 2002 (the two had been with the production since its inception) and new directors changing the format of the show and then changing it back. "Viva El Paso!" tells the story of El Paso, from prehistoric times through the cultures of Native Americans, the Spanish, the mestizo and the cowboy. The story is told through dance and song.

Productions are presented by the El Paso Association of the Performing Arts. Tentative dates for this year's show are July 29-31 and Aug. 5-7. Ticket prices and information numbers are not yet available. The success of the show in a different venue remains to be seen.

Many El Pasoans enjoy "Viva!" for the magnificent canyon as well as the show. So, now that it will be staged indoors, will it be successful? We'll be curious to find out. I'm so interested in this production because I love learning about history. The history of this area is especially rich, so I'd like to see the adaptation on stage. "Viva El Paso!" has a long history in the city, though its attendance has been flagging in recent years.

It would be a shame not to support such a positive cultural event. Support of the arts is vital in any community. It's also important to remember that everything suffers ups and downs; nothing is perfect. The message and lesson behind "Viva" is a good one. We all should know a thing or two about El Paso's history- This will be a fun way to get a history lesson while also supporting a production that has survived more than 20 years.

Kim Roedl may be reached at kroedlelpasotimes.com; 546-6397. Polo with a Purpose 0 More than $75,000 was raised May 22 for the American Cancer Society during the annual Polo with Purpose. Spectators braved 105 degree heat to enjoy a match between the San Saba Polo team and the Tarahumara Polo Team at the Tarahumara Polo Field in La Union, N.M. Organizers said about 1,000 people attended the match. The afternoon event featured polo, a catered meal and a silent auction.

Two days before the game, guests gathered at Jaguar of El Paso to enjoy a VIP party. imh -1' -u ilia. SJJ Debra Gulbas El Paso Times Katie Miles, 15, right, tries to stay cool while watching Polo with a Purpose with friend Jessica Gomez, 16. I -'9 A if mi MARKYOUR CALENDAR This week Art exhibit An opening reception for the exhibit "African American Art: Journey through the 20th Century" will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the McCall Neighborhood Center, 3231 E.

Wyoming. The exhibit will run through June 20. 747-8650. Bridge and canasta: The Newcomers Club will have games of canasta and bridge at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Fort Bliss' Underwood Golf Complex.

Admission is $1. 751-9705. Coffee: The Westside Welcome Club will have its monthly coffee at 10 a.m. Thursday at 309 Dream Spirit in Santa Teresa. 589-2459.

Meeting: The Society of Military Widows, Sun Chapter 30, will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Fort Bliss Officers Club for its monthly dinner. Reservations are needed by Monday. 591-9180. Workshop: A three-day watercolor workshop will be presented at the International Museum of Art Thursday through Saturday.

The cost for Rio Bravo Watercolorists members is $175, and the cost for others is $200. 584-2676. Workshop: An acrylic workshop taught by painter Bob Adams will be from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at the Hal Marcus Gallery, 800 N.

Mesa. The cost is $20. 533-9090. Make plans Luncheon: The Westside Welcome Club will have its monthly luncheon at 11:15 a.m. June 8 at Radford School, 2001 Radford.

The cost is $15. Reservations are required by Thursday. 584-9873 or 585-2491. Meeting: The Junior Woman's Club of El Paso will have its first meeting of the year at 10:30 a.m. June 11 at the Woman's Clubhouse, 1400 N.

Mesa. Anyone interested in joining the club or obtaining more information about it is welcome. 497-5646. Dance: A big band dance with Mike Caranda and his 12-piece swing orchestra will be from 2 to 4 p.m. June 12 at the Alamo Ballroom, 820 Raynor.

Admission is $9 a person. 584-8623. Art summer camps: The Hal Marcus Gallery, 800 N. Mesa, will have summer art camps June 7-10, June 21-24, July 5-8 and July 19-22. The cost is $95.

533-9090. Luncheon: The Newcomers Club will have its monthly luncheon and meeting at 11:30 a.m. June 15 at the Rancher's Grill, 9530 Viscount. 778-8641. To have a community event published In Mark Your Calendar, send items at least 10 days before the event to Kim Roedl, Community News Editor, P.O.

Box 20, El Paso, TX 79999, or fax items to 546-6415. For more Information, call 546-6397. Debra Gulbat El Paso Times Allyson Holland, 11, takes part in an age-old tradition the stomping of the divots. Yasmin Aboytes El Paso Times From left, event chairwoman Teresita Gonzalez, sponsor Dr. Teresa Reed and co-chairwoman Barbara Armendariz at the Jaguar of El Paso VIP party.

Nine Lives Fashbn Show Phillis Wheatley club anniversary -Is 1 ,1 1. ii it 1 jiirfiiifcii iiJihisWiri'jiii''1''ii Yasmlna A. Aboytes El Paso Times Betty L. MacRay, left, and Helen Richardson talk during the Phillis Wheatley Civic Club's 90th anniversary celebration. Kim Roedl El Paso Times Commentator Joann Kirkland helps model Jeryl Lynn Marcus adjust the brim of her hat.

A fashion show wasn't for the birds on May 16 it was for the cats. More than 150 people attended the Insights Science Museum and Tres Mariposas Nine Lives Fashion Show and Luncheon. Models strutted along the catwalk wearing clothing including evening wear and outfits perfect for a day at the park. Joann Kirkland of Tres Mariposas was the commentator and helped models backstage. The fashion show helped to promote the museum's current traveling exhibit, "Cats Wild to Mild." civic clubs in El Paso.

The event featured entertainment and recognition of life members. Life members include Helen Mitchell, Hattie DesBoine, Juliet Hart, Iola Crumady, Dorothy Gosey and Anna Stanback. 'S Some things get better with age. Members of the Phillis Wheatley Civic Club celebrated the organization's 90th anniversary May 22 with an afternoon affair at the Airport Hilton. Members said the organization is one of the oldest Model Laura Davis..