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New Art Museum to Be Named After Patagonia Artist
By Charlotte Lowe
A former cigar factory in Nogales is the future site of the Wittner Museum, named for celebrated Patagonia painter Paula Wittner. Opening next year, it’s the beginning of gallerist Evan Kory’s vision for a true arts district on Morley Avenue.
Halloween 2022: Patagonia Trunk or Treat
By Robert Gay
A photo gallery of the wildly varied costumes from this year’s event.
End of the Line for Local Gas Station
By Sarah Klingenstein
Patagonia’s PIGS, the Politically Incorrect Gas Station, has emptied its tanks and is being offered for sale by owner Charlie Montoy. The station has been a hangout spot for locals for decades.
New Manager Takes on a Big Job at Conservancy
By Sarah Klingenstein
The challenges of stewarding the Nature Conservancy’s Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve are significant. But Wisconsin-born Aaron Mrotek won’t be facing them alone.
Artist Launches New Gallery
By Pat McNamara
In past lives Kat Cudney was a singer, barmaid and stuntwoman. Now she’s an award-winning artist who’s landed on her feet in a popular new studio/gallery space in Patagonia.
Winemaker Carries on Family Tradition
By Dottie Farrar
The Elgin-based Najar Cellars winery is inspired by the vintner Alan Sanchez’s winemaking grandfather—and an underlying philosophy of biodynamic viticulture.
New Amenities at Doc Mock Park to Be Celebrated Nov. 12 at Public Gathering
By patagoniaregionaltimes
Come celebrate our CommUNITY on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 2p.m. and experience the “new” Doc Mock Park.
Sign Says
By Cassina Farley
My house has become an IQ test, identifying the dumbest of the dumb.
Letters to the Editor – Nov. 2022
By patagoniaregionaltimes
The food bank is a lifeline for many, writes James Staudacher, president of the East Santa Cruz County Community Food Bank; plus correspondence from Chris Gore, Gary Andrews, and Ron Ochoa.
Starstruck: A Wide-Angle View
By Harold Meckler
People have asked me if I have a specific object or two in mind when preparing for a night under the stars. Sometimes. But serendipitous stargazing always seems to lead to something better.
Ode to the Heart
By Patra Kelly and Rhonda Brew
A poem by Patra Kelly, with artwork by Rhonda Brew.