Daily Postcard: Sunrise Colors Clouds Above White Rock
Daily Postcard: Sunrise colors clouds Saturday over White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Experience Music, Mountains, And Magic At The Red River Songwriters’ Festival Jan. 30 – Feb. 1
RED RIVER News:
The Red River Songwriters’ Festival is back again this year, offering an unforgettable blend of music, camaraderie, and mountain charm from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2025, in the picturesque town of Red River, New Mexico.
Founded in 2012 by renowned songwriters Drew Kennedy, Josh Grider, Walt Wilkins, Susan Gibson, Brandy Zdan, and Kelley Mickwee, this annual festival has become a haven for music lovers seeking an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience.
Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a fan of songwriting, or someone looking to enjoy the serene beauty of the northern New Mexico Read More
Harwood Museum Of Art Announces ‘Luchita Hurtado: Earth & Sky Interjected’ Exhibit In Taos
Luchita Hurtado, Encounter, 1971. Oil on canvas. 50 x 95 3/4 inches. Courtesy The Estate of Luchita Hurtado and Hauser & Wirth

Luchita Hurtado
UNM News:
“This exhibit unearths an important part of Taos’ art history that has been uncelebrated,” says Harwood Museum’s Curator of Exhibitions and Collections Nicole Dial-Kay. “Taos is part of Luchita Hurtado’s history, which is now internationally known. She will be remembered in the art history canon.”
In 2019, Hurtado received a lifetime achievement award from Americans for the Arts and was acknowledged as one of the year’s most influential Read More
Los Alamos High School Choir Winter Gala Jan. 22

LAHS News:
The Choir Winter Gala, an evening of entertainment featuring the Los Alamos Choirs with special guests Xavier Moore and Coro de Cámara, will take place Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos. Doors open at 6 p.m. Entertainment starts at 7 p.m. The evening also includes a Silent Auction, hors d’oeuvres and desserts.
Jason Rutledge, director of the Los Alamos High School Choirs, who will be traveling with the group to New York City, is excited for the experience the students will have – not only in rehearsals and performance of this classical choral Read More
St. John’s College Announces Spring Formal Lecture Series
Meem Library at St. John’s College. Courtesy photo

Sarah Davis, College Dean
SJC News:
SANTA FE — St. John’s College has announced its Spring formal lecture series on the Santa Fe campus. On Friday evenings, members of the St. John’s College community – alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students and neighbors — gather to hear a lecture or concert from visiting scholars, artists, poets, or faculty. These events are offered free to the community.
Lecturers include members of the St. John’s College faculty — known as tutors — and professors from notable universities across the country. Read More
Santa Fe Pro Musica And New Mexico Museum Of Art Present Organ Recital Series March 19 & April 16 & May 21
SANTA FE — This spring, Santa Fe Pro Musica and New Mexico Museum of Art collaborate in presenting their second annual Organ Recital Series, featuring the museum’s Frederick R. Haas pipe organ.
This free chamber music series presents outstanding local musicians including organist David Solem, violinist David Felberg and flutist Jesse Tatum March 19, April 16 and May 21 at St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art.
About the Artists
David Solem, organ, has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music from the Peabody Conservatory (Baltimore) where he studied Read More
Arts Council Presents Luca Ciarla In Concert Feb. 7
Luca Ciarla. Courtesy photo
LAAC News:
Enjoy an amazing night of music featuring the incredible Italian violinist, Luca Ciarla! Join us for a night you won’t forget from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 7 at the historic Fuller Lodge, where the music will harmonize perfectly with the ambiance of this stunning space.
Grab your tickets here or just pick them up at the Fuller Lodge Art Center Gallery!
About Luca Ciarla
Luca Ciarla is known all over the world for his fresh take on violin playing, mixing classical, jazz, and folk styles in a fun and unforgettable way. His creative twist on traditional tunes and Read More
Exploring Identity Through Art: Off-Center’s Final Chapter Focuses On The Intersection Of Art And Self
Eli Levin, Gay Pride Parade, 1992, screen print on aquatint, 16 x 20 in. Collection of the New Mexico Museum of Art. Courtesy photo
NMMA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Museum of Art invites audiences to immerse themselves in the profound exploration of identity through the final rotation of its groundbreaking exhibition, Off-Center: New Mexico Art, 1970-2000. This comprehensive showcase encapsulates a transformative period in New Mexico’s art history while presenting identity as a central theme in artistic expression.
“Art has always been a powerful medium for exploring and expressing Read More
LAFC Shows ‘Monty Python And The Holy Grail’ Today

LAFC News:
Los Alamos Family Council will show Monty Python and the Holy Grail on the big screen starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, at SALA Event Center. Come watch Graham Chapman, John Cleese and the gang fight fierce battles, savage rodents, and dispense Medieval justice.
This is part of a monthly series of award winning classic movies we will be showing in order to raise funds for LAFC. There is dinner available in the ticket options. Click here to buy your tickets. Read More
Los Alamos Little Theatre Presents 2025 8x10s
LALT News:
It is time again for Los Alamos’ favorite 10-minute play festival: Los Alamos Little Theatre’s (LALT) 8x10s.
Performances of “The 8x10s (Snappy Name to Come)” will be 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Jan. 17-18 and Jan 24-25, as well as 2 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 19 and 26. Please note that there are two matinees.
LALT produces the 8x10s every two years. Preparations for the January show started in August with a solicitation for scripts from local playwrights and finding this year’s group of eight directors.
This year, the production team received a record 29 script submission from playwrights Read More
Exciting Week Of Events At SALA Event Center Jan. 14-18

SALA News:
SALA Event Center announces an exciting lineup of events this week, offering something for everyone—from engaging discussions to timeless classics and the latest blockbuster films.
LAFC Monthly Movie & Dinner: Monty Python and the Holy Grail
5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 14
Enjoy an evening of laughter and delicious dining as SALA presents the cult classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Follow King Arthur and his knights in this hilariously absurd quest for the Holy Grail. Dinner is included in this delightful evening hosted by the Los Alamos Family Council.
Tickets now available Read More
Daily Postcard: Wolf Moon Illuminates Sky Over White Rock
The Wolf Moon illuminates the dark sky Monday over White Rock. The first full moon of 2025, known as the Wolf Moon, is on its way, marking a bright start to the new year. Source: ABC News. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
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Teatro Paraguas Presents Three Cats Café Jan. 24-26
Backcountry Film Festival Returns To Los Alamos Jan. 30
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and SALA Event Center have announced that they are bringing the Backcountry Film Festival to New Mexico for its exclusive screening at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30 at SALA.
Presented by the Winter Wildlands Alliance, this event celebrates the spirit of human-powered winter exploration and environmental stewardship.
Guests will enjoy an evening of captivating backcountry-themed films, have the opportunity to purchase beer and wine, and participate in a raffle featuring fantastic prizes from local businesses.
Doors will open Read More
LALT To Host Auditions For ‘Myths’ And ‘Moonbows’
LALT News:
The Los Alamos Little Theatre (LALT) has announced auditions for its March production of two one-act vignette plays, “The Myths at the Edge of the World” by Matthew Webster and “Moonbow Miraculous” by Kirk Shimano.
A diverse and intergenerational all-ages cast is sought for this family-friendly show. Children should be old enough to “sit still, pay attention, and take direction,” Director Mimi Adams said.
Auditions are 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 and 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19 in the main auditorium of the Performing Arts Center, 1670 Nectar St.
Those interested in auditions should prepare Read More
The Zia Singers Concert To Honor Dr. Martin Luther King
The Zia Singers rehearse for ‘I Have A Dream’ concert Jan. 18-19 in Santa Fe. Courtesy/Zia Singers
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
To commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, The Zia Singers women’s chorale is presenting a concert titled “I Have A Dream” – 7 p.m. Jan. 18 and 3 p.m. Jan. 19 at the Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 1107 Cristo Rey St. in Santa Fe.
Artistic Director John Tiranno explained that many of the program’s songs center on the life and work of King. In fact, some pieces contain excerpts from his sermons. Also, Tiranno said the ensemble will Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Jan. 17-23, 2025
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Jan. 17-23, 2025:
Friday, Jan. 17, 2025
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 1-07–25
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m.— Living Treasures Ceremony
- 7:30 p.m. — Basslines
- 8 p.m. — Hot Topics
- 12 a.m. — Free Speech TV
Daily Postcard: Great Blue Heron Visits Española Farm
Daily Postcard: A Great Blue Heron visits a farm Sunday in the beautiful Española Valley. Whether poised at a river bend or cruising the coastline with slow, deep wingbeats, the Great Blue Heron is a majestic sight. This stately heron with its subtle blue-gray plumage often stands motionless as it scans for prey or wades belly deep with long, deliberate steps. They may move slowly, but Great Blue Herons can strike like lightning to grab a fish or snap up a gopher. In flight, look for this widespread heron’s tucked-in neck and long legs trailing out behind. Source: www.allaboutbirds.org. Photo Read More
Posts From The Road: Seeing More In Less…
Wide Open Spaces: This photo was made in the panhandle of Texas. While the panhandle does have several unique features, it also has a lot of wide open spaces. This is ranch land which is not very picturesque but I believe the photo works because of the great contrast between the greens and browns of the land and the beautiful blue skies. There is a windmill seen on the horizon in the center of the photo and the simple arrangement of the few puffy clouds creates a pleasing scene. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Straight Ahead: The lines created by the straight highway in this photo make nice landscape Read More
Pajarito Mountain Groomed & Opening To Skiers At 9 Today
Pajarito Mountain Ski Area is all groomed and awaiting skiers when it opens at 9 a.m. today. Hours of operation at Pajarito are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 15-20 Thursday-Monday (Martin Luther King Day), Jan. 22-Feb. 9 Thursday-Sunday, Feb. 12-17 Thursday-Monday (Presidents Day), Feb. 19-March 9 Thursday-Sunday, March 10-16 Open Daily for Spring Break, March 19-23 Thursday-Sunday and March 28-30 Friday-Sunday. Courtesy/webcam
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