PAC 8 Community Media Center: Week Of June 28, 2024
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 June 28 – July 4, 2024:
Friday, June 28, 2024
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live;
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program;
- 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 6-25–24;
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates;
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Historical Society – Imperial Japan: Conflicted Surrender;
Meow Wolf 2024 Monster Battle Friday At Santa Fe Railyard
Courtesy/Meow Wolf
MEOW WOLF News:
SANTA FE — Locals are invited to the Railyard in Santa Fe for Meow Wolf’s 2024 Monster Battle, the friendly-freaky dance party where fantastical creatures from otherworldly realms meet.
Produced in partnership with Lensic360, the clash takes place at 6 p.m., Friday, June 28 when monsters, mutants and freaks of nature descend upon the Santa Fe Railyard to battle for the best dance moves. Community members are encouraged to wear their cutest, scariest, DIY-est creature attire, and enter to win out-of-this-world prizes.
Joining the weirdest dance party in Read More
Daily Postcard: Tangerine Colored Sunrise Over White Rock
Daily Postcard: A tangerine colored sunrise fills the sky early this morning over White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Atomic City Quilts To Host Kids Summer Quilt Camps
A Revisable Fabric Basket partipants enolled in the Kids Summer Quilt Camp. Courtesy photo
Atomic City Quilts News:
Atomic City Quilts is hosting a Kids Summer Quilt Camp again this year, which includes two camps.
Schedule:
- Camp 1 – July 15, 16, 17 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. (only 2 spots left); and
- Camp 2 – July 22, 23, 24 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- Location: Atomic City Quilts atb1247 C Central Ave.
- Cost: $99 + $11 Kit
Camp participants will create 2-3 projects including a Revisable Fabric Basket and a Pillow Cover.
To register:
- Stop by Atomic City Quilts during business hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through
County Art In Public Places Board To Meet June 27
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Art in Public Places Board will meet at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, June 27 in Room 110 at the Municipal Building,1000 Central Ave., and via Zoom.
Click here for details. Read More
Happenings At SALA June 25-30
SALA News:
SALA has announced the lineup of films and events for this week, offering something for everyone in the community. From new movie premieres to classic films and enriching community events, SALA is the place to be.
New Reels
Inside Out 2 continues its captivating run at SALA
- 1 p.m. & 6 p.m. Thursday & Friday
- 1 p.m., Saturday.
- 2 p.m., Sunday
Join teenager Riley and her emotions—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust—as they navigate a sudden upheaval in her mind’s headquarters. With the arrival of new emotions like Anxiety, this sequel promises a rollercoaster of feelings and Read More
PEEC Suds & Shows: The Sandlot At Nature Center June 27
PEEC News:
Get ready for an evening of nostalgia and fun with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at the Los Alamos Nature Center with the kickoff of its summer movie and beer series, Suds & Shows. Join PEEC 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, June 27 in the planetarium for a screening of the classic film “The Sandlot”.
Event Highlights:
- Movie Screening: Enjoy the beloved summer movie “The Sandlot” on the big screen.
- Beer on Tap: Savor craft beer from Pajarito Brewpub available at the cash bar.
- Pre-Movie Fun: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.—bring a picnic dinner, enjoy some drinks, and hang out before
Daily Postcard: View Of Rainbow And Clouds Filling The Sky
Daily Postcard: View from Smith’s Marketplace patio following Monday’s rain shower. Photo by Ron Roybal Read More
Rare Hooded Warbler Found Along Reservoir Road
A rare (in Los Alamos anyway) Hooded Warbler discovered Saturday along Reservoir Road continued to stay in the area through Sunday. The nearest breeding area for this species is about 1,000 miles away in east Texas, so a midsummer record like this is extra special. Many folks came out to see it. Reminder that Reservoir Road is closed for construction on weekdays for a while. Photo by Michael Smith
Another view of the Hooded Warbler discovered Saturday along Reservoir Road. Photo by Michael Smith
Another view of the Hooded Warbler discovered Saturday along Reservoir Road. Photo by Michael Smith Read More
Daily Postcard: Lush Grape Vine In Pinon Trails
Daily Postcard: A lush grape vine spills over from one backyard to another Friday in the Pinon Trails neighborhood in White Rock. Photo by Joyce Wolfe Read More
Posts From The Road: Chapel Of The Holy Cross – Sedona
Exterior: The Chapel of the Holy Cross is one of the most recognizable and popular landmarks in Sedona, Ariz. The chapel is built into red rock buttes and is anchored by a 90 foot tall cross with a backdrop of a red sandstone cliff. This exterior view shows the front of the building as it faces toward the southwest. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Walkway: A long curved walkway leads visitors from street level up the hillside to the entrance doors to the chapel which face the red sandstone cliff and boulders. The facility also has drivers in golf carts which can assist visitors up the hill. Photo Read More
Op-Ed: Historic Signs In Our Historic District
By GEORGIA STRICKFADEN
Los Alamos
Our summer tourist season is in full swing, yet ALL of our Historic Walking Tour signs have been missing for months, mostly due to construction of the new Urban Trail and pending refurbishment of the walking tour signs?
Old or bent signs are better than no markers. Even if visitors are using printed or online walking tour guides, it often is not entirely clear to them where they are and why.
I am especially disturbed that there is no sign of any kind of labeling for the statues of Oppenheimer and Groves. The damaged bronze sign was removed months ago with no temporary Read More
Daily Postcard: Hawk On Brighton Drive In White Rock
Daily Postcard: A hawk is spotted Saturday on Brighton Drive in White Rock. Photo by John Purvis Read More
Zozobra To Host Auditions To Sing National Anthem
ZOZOBRA News:
The Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe invites community members to audition to be part of the historic, once-in-a-century Burning of Zozobra.
This is a chance to perform before a live crowd of 65,000 Zozobra fans in person and a global television and webcast audience of hundreds of thousands for the 100th Annual Burning of Zozobra Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 at Fort Marcy Park in Santa Fe.
Love hitting those high notes? A meaningful part of this annual tradition is the singing of the National Anthem, and auditions are open to performers of all ages and all genres. The winner will be welcomed to perform Read More
‘Stars And Sweets’ Night Sky Event At Valles Caldera July 5
A night sky viewing, ‘Stars and Sweets’ is 7-11:45 p.m. July 5 at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/NPS
NPS News:
The National Park Service (NPS) invites everyone to visit Valles Caldera National Preserve on the evening of July 5 for a special night sky viewing event, “Stars and Sweets”.
The event runs 7-11:45 p.m. and includes special ranger programs, cultural performances from local pueblo communities, telescope viewing thanks to local astronomy clubs, and pastries and night sky items for sale.
“As an International Dark Sky Park, Valles Caldera has some of the best dark skies in Read More
New Mexico’s Acequia Heritage Online Lecture July 3
Book Cover. Courtesy/UNM Press, 2023
NMHM News:
Friends of History First Wednesday Lecture Series will feature professors and co-authors Enrique R. Lamadrid and José A. Rivera online noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 3.
They will discuss their 2023 edited book Water for the People, which features 25 essays by world-renowned acequia scholars and community members that highlight acequia culture, use and history in New Mexico, northern Mexico, Chile, Peru, Argentina, Spain, the Middle East, Nepal and the Philippines, situating New Mexico’s acequia heritage and its inherent sustainable design Read More
Daily Postcard: Hail Falls During Storm Near White Rock
Daily Postcard: Hail falls during storm Wednesday near White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Free Concert Series: Songs Of Summer With Hummingbird Camp Students At Jemez Historic Site
Jemez Historic Site News:
Jemez Historic Site is partnering with Hummingbird Music Camp to offer summer youth concerts on Saturday evenings through July 27.
What: Enjoy a free concert series performed by campers from Hummingbird Music Camp every Saturday evening through July 27 at Jemez Historic Site. This event is free and open to the public, as well as to campers’ family members.
Hummingbird Music Camp is a week-long summer sleep-away camp in Jemez Springs for children 8-14 years old. Campers receive daily private lessons on an instrument and participate in group rehearsals and concerts. Read More
County Announces 4th Of July Spectacular At Overlook Park
COUNTY News:
The 4th of July is right around the corner and Los Alamos County is gearing up for the big event! The 4th of July Spectacular will be held 4-10 p.m. Thursday, July 4th at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The entertainment begins with the Los Alamos Community Winds, which has been a staple at 4th of July events and feature many of the area’s best classically trained musicians.
Then DJ Optamystic will fill the rest of the afternoon with music. Headliner Prince Again will take the stage at 7 p.m. to bring the house down and get attendees dancing and singing to their favorite songs in the huge open Read More
APPB Calls For Art Survey & Public Feedback On Proposed Mosaic Glass Art Installation For Golf Cart Staging Wall
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Art in Public Places Board (APP) invites community feedback on a proposed mosaic glass art installation for the golf cart staging wall at the Los Alamos County Golf Course.
Community members can share their input through an online survey, available at the Golf Course, Summer Concert Series, and at the upcoming June APP public board meeting.
The online survey for the proposed art project can be accessed through the Golf Course Art Survey link. Both paper and electronic surveys, via QR code, will also be available at the Community Services Department booth during Read More
