Local Community Art Tunnel Project Garners State Award
County employees inside the Community Art Tunnel. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services Department received the Arts and Humanities Award from the New Mexico Recreation and Park Association for the Community Art Tunnel, at its annual conference.
The award is presented to agency’s that have achieved excellence in providing the most innovative and effective arts and humanities program in the state.
The Community Art Tunnel was a simple idea that was brought for the by a Los Alamos County employee who saw a construction space and potentially dull space, as a placemaking Read More
Compañia Chuscales, Mina Fajardo & Teatro Paraguas Present Holiday Flamenco Dec. 20-21
Mina Fajardo. Courtesy/Teatro Paraguas
TEATRO PARAGUAS News:
Compañia Chuscales & Mina Fajardo and Teatro Paraguas present Holiday Flamenco, a seasonal celebration with music and dance, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20 & 21 at Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe.
TICKETS: $25 General Admission; $20 Seniors and students
Online Tickets: ChuscalesHolidayFlamenco.bpt.
Reservations: (purchase tickets at door): 505.424.1601
Information: teatroparaguasnm.org
Compañia Chuscales and Mina Fajardo return to Teatro Paraguas with an original and exciting flamenco extravaganza Read More
Chamber Of Commerce To Host Grand Opening Of SALA Los Alamos Event Center Dec. 1
Courtesy/Chamber
CHAMBER News:
New Los Alamos business SALA Los Alamos Event Center is officially opening Thursday, Dec. 1. The community is invited to help celebrate SALA’s opening in the former Reel Deal Theater at 2551 Central Ave., with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony and many other activities 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1.
Allan Saenz announced the purchase of the Reel Deal building in August. Saenz and co-owner Sammi Owens started an LLC called LA Angels Investment Co. to buy the building. The SALA Los Alamos Events Center will keep its former use while also making some changes.
“The theater is reopening Read More
Daily Postcard: Fall Scene At Fuller Lodge
Daily Postcard: Fall scene of Historic Fuller Lodge Friday. Photo by Connor Hoch/ladailypost.com Read More
Night Begins To Fall Tuesday Over Trinity Drive
Night begins to fall Tuesday over Trinity Drive. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Daily Postcard: Metal Dragon Standing Guard In CPS
Daily Postcard: Los Alamos metal artist Richard Swenson’s sculpture of a dragon is spotted standing guard Friday in Central Park Square (CPS). Photo by Connor Hoch/ladailypost.com Read More
Y Announces Holiday Movie Night Friday Dec. 9
Courtesy/Family YMCA
The Family YMCA News:
Enjoy the holidays and spread good will by attending the Y’s Holiday Movie Night Dec. 9 at SALA, 2551 Central Ave.
This is the Y’s final fundraising “wrap” for the year; ticket proceeds support our scholarship program that is helping 100 people! They still need to raise $5,000 to meet this year’s need for assistance.
Purchase tickets in advance at Eventbrite.com/Y Holiday Movie Night. Sponsorship levels also are available: be a Director, Producer or Screenwriter with tickets included, or be a “Cast Member” donor if you can’t make the show but want to Read More
Santa Fe Community College Glass Club Sale Dec. 7-8
SFCC glass show Bullseye glass platter by Jayne Nordstroms. Courtesy photo
SFCC glass show Bullseye glass platter by Jayne Nordstroms. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) will hold a Glass Club Sale celebrating the International Year of Glass offering ornaments, platters, bowls, sculpture, jewelry and functional and non-functional pieces.
Attendees may enjoy a refreshing drink while shopping and learning about glassmaking 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dec. 7-8, at Main Hallway at SFCC, 6401 Richards Ave. Prices range from $15 to $500. Cost is free and open to the public and Read More
Daily Postcard: Buck Scratches Antlers On North Mesa
Daily Postcard: A buck is spotted scratching its antlers on a tree Friday on North Mesa. Photo by Laura Woodring Read More
Daily Postcard: View Of Sunset Falling Over Los Alamos
Daily Postcard: View near the airport Tuesday of the sunset falling over Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Get Into The Holiday Spirit At WinterFest Weekend Dec. 2-4
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos, New Mexico—known as the gateway to three National Parks and the home of groundbreaking scientific discovery—invites locals and visitors to experience the wonder of the holidays in Northern New Mexico Dec. 2–4 at the three-day WinterFest Weekend celebration.
Featuring a holiday light parade, arts and crafts fairs, visits with Santa Claus and Santa Paws, and holiday fun for all ages, WinterFest showcases the friendly charm of Los Alamos, as well as the vibrant community spirit and thriving local arts scene.
“Each year, Los Alamos MainStreet works to bring the magic, Read More
Fiber Artist Valentina Devine Hosts Trunk Show Nov. 19-20
Los Alamos fiber artist Valentina Devine in her studio. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bonnie@ladailypost.com
Valentina Devine, internationally known fabric artist and designer, will present her annual trunk show 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20 in conjunction with the Los Alamos Arts Council Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair. The trunk show will be held at Devine’s studio at 1222 Big Rock Loop on North Mesa.
Devine has just returned from Taos where she sold her wares at the On Higher Ground fiber arts event. Devine Read More
‘Nutcracker In The Land Of Enchantment’ Brings Christmas Cheer To National Hispanic Cultural Center Dec. 16-18
NHCC News:
Experience the traditional Nutcracker story with a Nuevomexicano twist this holiday season, as the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and Festival Ballet Albuquerque present Nutcracker in the Land of Enchantment.
Nutcracker in the Land of Enchantment is choreographed by Patricia Dickinson Wells. The beloved holiday classic The Nutcracker is transported to territorial New Mexico in the late 1800s, with elements of the state’s heritage and traditions added to the story.
These New Mexican touches include Spanish dancers, and characters that include Southwestern snakes,
NPS: 100 Years Of National Christmas Tree Lighting
The community may start the 2022 holiday season with the National Christmas Tree Lighting. This beloved tradition, presented by National Park Foundation (NPF) and National Park Service (NPS), features musical performances and the official lighting of the National Christmas Tree in President’s Park. In partnership with NPF, CBS will broadcast the 2022 ceremony at 8 p.m. (ET) and 9 p.m. (PT) Sunday, Dec. 11 on the CBS Television Network, and have it available to stream live and on demand on cbs.com. Courtesy/Liz Marco, NPS Read More
Affordable Arts At Fuller Lodge Art Center Nov. 25-Jan. 5
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) announces Affordable Arts 2022. An annual favorite, shoppers will find gifts to fit their budget from a variety of artists from around Northern New Mexico. With 27 new artists in the shop as well as returning favorites, ‘you’re sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list’. Affordable Arts opens Black Friday with special hours 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and then returns 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Shop Small Saturday. There will be door prizes, special guests and events throughout the weekend so be sure to stop in. Affordable Arts continues until Jan. 5 with holiday hours Read More
Teatro Paraguas: State Poet Laureate Lauren Camp Dec. 4
State Poet Laureate Lauren Camp
TEATRO PARAGUAS News:
Teatro Paraguas presents a poetry reading with New Mexico State Poet Laureate Lauren Camp and K. Iver, at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4.
Camp is the author of five books, most recently Took House (Tupelo Press). Two new books—Worn Smooth Between Devourings (NYQ Books) and An Eye in Each Square (River River Books)—are forthcoming in 2023.
Honors include a Dorset Prize and finalist citations for the Arab American Book Award and Adrienne Rich Award for Poetry.
Her poems have appeared in Kenyon Review, Prairie Schooner, Witness, The Common, and Read More
The Family YMCA Hosts Vendor Pop-Up Sale Nov. 26 In Support Of Shop Local, Shop Small Movement
Courtesy/Family YMCA
Featured vendors: Claire Spring and Shelley Brown ‘Lights in the Woods’ will be at the Family YMCA vendor sale Saturday, Nov. 26. Courtesy/Family YMCA
The Family YMCA News:
In support of the shop local, shop small movement as advocated by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce and Small Business Saturday, The Family YMCA is hosting a vendor sale to enhance shopping options.
The sale, along with a food truck, will take place the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 26.
At the event, and now, the Y is selling raffle tickets for a Holiday Bag stuffed with goodies and Aggies Basketball Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Nov. 18-24
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, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Nov 18 – 24:
Friday, Nov. 18, 2022:
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live;
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program;
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 11-15-22;
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!;
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates;
- 6 p.m. — PAC 8 Summer Media Classes;
- 7 p.m. — The Whitehouse Chronicles;
Daily Postcard: Snow And Icy Waters At Valles Caldera
Daily Postcard: Snow and icy waters at the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Visit www.nps.gov/vall. Courtesy/VCNP Read More
Buck Relaxes Near Roses Blooming On Barranca Mesa
A buck relaxes peacefully near yellow roses blooming in the front yard of a home Sunday on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Clay Funkhouser Read More
