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Daily Postcard: Bucks Spar At Mesa Public Library
Daily Postcard: Two bucks spar Monday morning in front of Mesa Public Library. Photo by Angelica Gurule Read More
‘Magic Paintbrush: Painting Peace And Healing’ Show Ends Wednesday At Step Up Gallery In Mesa Public Library
Unveiling the Magic by Feather Redfox. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
Step Up Gallery News:
There are only a few days left to see “Magic Paintbrush: Painting Peace and Healing” in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library.
The last day to see this work is Wednesday.
Artist Feather Redfox has created more than 60 large, colorful acrylic paintings for this exhibit. The paintings are heartfelt and thought-provoking. With each painting she explores a topic, a question or a phrase that intrigues her. As she paints, Redfox looks for direction from her spirit guides.
She gave a gallery talk at the opening reception Read More
Daily Postcard: Sandhill Cranes Above White Rock
Daily Postcard: Sandhill cranes on Saturday flying over White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
Sandhill cranes migrating north on Saturday over White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
Another view of sandhill cranes on Saturday flying over White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
Posts From The Road: Water Wonders Large And Small
Colorado River: The setting sun illuminates the cliff formations of the Grand Mesa in Palisade, Colo., as the Colorado River twists and turns as it flows through the area. The last light of day creates a beautiful red color on the cliffs and reflects beautifully in the river. Palisade is known for its rich agriculture and fruit orchards, and more recently, vineyards. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
City Park: This pond sits in a city park in Childress, Texas. The park offers many activities for all ages and even has accommodations for five RVs with hookups. We love finding these parks as they Read More
Imposing Bull Elk Visits Home This Morning On Nickel Street
An imposing bull elk visits a home this morning on Nickel Street in Los Alamos. Photo by Monique Beyerle Read More
NMHED To Unveil New Mexico State University Art Gallery Exhibition Monday Feb. 9
NMHED News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) invites the public and partners to a special opening reception unveiling the New Mexico State University Art Gallery exhibition hosted at the department’s state offices.
The exhibition will showcase a diverse collection of artwork created by NMSU students and alumni.
Details:
- Who: Higher Education Secretary Stephanie Rodriguez, Deputy Secretary Patricia Trujillo, Ph.D., NMHED staff, representatives from NMSU;
- When: 2-5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 9; and
- Where: New Mexico Higher Education Department, 2044 Galisteo
Turnpike Troubadours To Perform At 2026 State Fair
NMSF News:
The New Mexico State Fair (NMSF) has announced that Turnpike Troubadours will kick off the 2026 New Mexico State Fair’s rodeo-concert series Friday, Sept. 11. Turnpike Troubadours’ performance will follow PRCA Xtreme Bulls.
Known for chart-topping hits like “Good Lord Lorrie”, “7&7” and “Diamonds and Gasoline”, Turnpike Troubadours have built a devoted following and earned widespread critical acclaim throughout their career.
Coming off the surprise release of their 2025 album The Price of Admission, Turnpike Troubadours have continued to cement their legacy as one Read More
LAAC Announces Community Events For February 2026
Courtesy/LAAC
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) has a packed schedule for February. Below is a snapshot of what the arts organization has coming up; visit www.LosAlamosArtsCouncil.org/Events-2-1 for updates.
- After school art studios have returned: After School Art Studios are a fun, low-pressure way to get kids’ creative energy flowing. Supported by a grant from the Los Alamos Community Foundation and Anchorum Community Health, these studios let kids and teens explore their own interests with guidance from Studio Coordinator Hannah R. They can bring their own projects, use
Daily Postcard: Waning Moon Under Omega Bridge
Daily Postcard: The stylized view of the waning moon on Feb. 5, under the Omega Bridge. This photo combines two shots within 48 hours (due to the over-exposed moon on the first shooting session). The first shot was of the moon and the second was of the bridge and surroundings (there was still snow on the road). Processed in Affinity Photo. Photo by Steve Bublitz Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of Valle Grande From Entrance Plaza
Daily Postcard: View of Valle Grande on Tuesday from the entrance plaza at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Photo by Corey Lycopolus/NPS Read More
Farmington’s Historic Downtown Earns State Arts & Cultural District Authorization
Art in the Heart Little Cowboy sculpture by Larry Starck. Courtesy/ Brad Ryan
Art in the Alley mural by Tommy A. Singer located behind the Totah Theater. Courtesy photo
EDD News:
SANTA FE — Historic Downtown Farmington has been granted state authorization as an Arts & Cultural District following the successful completion of the Arts & Cultural District start up benchmarks, becoming the 11th NM community to earn state authorization.
New Mexico’s Arts & Cultural Districts make a positive impact by working with artists, entrepreneurs, arts organizations/institutions and cultural/historic Read More
State Fair Announces Ian Munsick To Perform At 2026 Fair
NMSF News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Rising country star Ian Munsick will bring his high-energy, Western-inspired sound to the 2026 New Mexico State Fair, adding a must-see concert to this year’s fair lineup. Ian Munsick will take the stage following PRCA Xtreme Bulls Saturday, Sept. 12.
Known for blending modern country with the spirit of the American West, Munsick has quickly made a name for himself with fan-favorite hits, powerful live performances and a style that honors his Wyoming roots. His appearance at the New Mexico State Fair promises an unforgettable night of music for country fans of all ages. Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of Orion’s Belt Spotted In Night Sky
Daily Postcard: View of the night sky over Velarde on Jan. 21 with a little line of three bright stars in the center of trees that form Orion’s Belt. Photo by Johnnie Martinez Read More
Bobcat Saunters Across Central Avenue
A bobcat saunters across Central Avenue on Tuesday. Photo by Teresa Resende Read More
Post’s Kirsten Laskey & Nate Limback Win State Awards
Nate Limback and Kirsten Laskey hold their state photography and review writing awards, recently in the newsroom at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Daily Post’s Kirsten Laskey and Nate Limback were honored with state writing and photography awards by the New Mexico Press Association. The announcement was made during the New Mexico Press Association’s annual convention in November in Albuquerque.
Laskey was honored for her review of the Los Alamos Little Theatre’s production Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Feb. 6-12, 2026
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring 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 Feb. 6-12, 2026:
Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 1-27-26
- 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce “Los Alamos County Manager Update”
- 7 p.m. — PAC 8 Summer Media Classes
- 8 p.m.
Samizdat Bookstore Teahouse Offers Monthly Memberships
Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse, 174 Central Park Square, is offering monthly memberships. Courtesy photo
Business News:
Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse is launching a new membership program. Members will get one book every month. For $20 per month, members of the Sonnet Society get a book of their choice from all in-store books (up to a $30 list price).
They can also join the Sonnet Society by choosing to give one free book to the community every month, thanks to the help of a local social service organization. For $50 per month, members of the Codex Consortium get a monthly book as well as 10 percent Read More
SFCC Announces Opening Reception For ‘Visions From The Constructed Mind’ Feb. 26
Stairway to Heaven – acrylic gouache on canvas 60”x 30”. Courtesy photo
The Hours – acrylic gouache and micaceous iron oxide on 36” diameter canvas. Courtesy photo
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College announces an opening reception for Visions from the Constructed Mind from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 26 in the Dean’s Gallery in the Fine Arts Center, 6401 Richards Ave. 87508. The exhibition features the abstract art of Atma Bernardi, an alum of SFCC’s Fine Arts program. The reception is free. Refreshments will be served. The exhibition continues through Friday, March 27.
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Katherine Porter: Works On Paper, LewAllen Galleries, Feb. 27 – March 7
Morocco Noon, 2000, oil on paper, 29.25 x 25 in. Courtesy photo
Untitled, 1979, mixed media on paper, 30 x 22.5 in. Courtesy photo
ART News:
SANTA FE — LewAllen Galleries is pleased to present Katherine Porter: Works on Paper, an exhibition of mixed media and oils on paper by the acclaimed artist Katherine Porter (1941–2024). Opening Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, the exhibition highlights Porter’s extraordinary ability to channel the complexities, discords, and dissonances of her times into powerful aesthetic statements.
As noted art scholar Irving Sandler once wrote that Jackson Pollock invented Read More
