Daily Postcard: Mammatus Clouds Cover Western Area
Daily Postcard: Mammatus clouds fill the sky early Thursday evening over Western Area. Contrary to popular conspiracy theories, mammatus (mammary) clouds are not a recent phenomenon and were first described in 1894 by William Clement Ley. These clouds are pouch-like structures protruding from the underside of a thunderstorm anvil. They are caused by sinking cool air and may persist for tens of minutes. While they can be associated with severe thunderstorms, they are not a direct sign of impending severe weather. Source: learnweather.com. Photo by Terry Goldman Read More
Scenes From ‘Perspective’ Solar-Powered Stone Fountain Dedication Ceremony At White Rock Community Garden
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti shares opening remarks at the dedication ceremony today of ‘Perspective’, a solar-powered stone fountain created by Santa Fe artist Greg Robertson. The dedication was held at the White Rock Community Garden. The hand-carved and hand-polished piece was installed in 2021 but the dedication ceremony was postponed due to the pandemic. The Summit Garden Club presented a request to the Arts in Public Places Board for the art piece. The White Rock Community Garden is one of the Summit Garden Club’s projects. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Hermit Creek/Calf Canyon Fire Plume Viewed From Trinity
View Tuesday from Trinity Drive of the smoke plume filling the sky from the Hermit Creek/Calf Canyon Fire that as of Wednesday had consumed 335,069 acres and was 70 percent contained. The Hermits Peak Fire ignited April 6 from a prescribed burn and the Calf Canyon Fire began April 19 and was caused by a holdover fire from a prescribed pile burn. The two fires eventually merged and continue to burn near Gallinas Canyon. Photo by Dave Lannen Read More
Daily Postcard: Summertime View Of Ashley Pond Park
Summertime view Wednesday afternoon of Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Scenes From Los Alamos County Airport Art Dedication
Los Alamos Photographer Don Taylor, second from right, stands with his in-laws after the dedication ceremony of his photograph Tuesday morning at the Los Alamos County Airport. Taylor’s in-laws include sister-in-law Teresa Vazquez, left, father-in-law Charles Pacheco and mother-in-law Connie Pacheco. The photograph was taken by Taylor while on assignment with Bandelier National Monument to photograph Pajarito Plateau from San Ildefonso. A friend took Taylor up in his airplane and Taylor decided to snap this shot of Los Alamos as they were flying into town. It was purchased by Los Alamos Read More
Beso Jewels At Village Arts June 17 & 18
Bolo ties in time for Father’s Day. Courtesy/Beso Jewels
By TERESA STARR
Beso Jewels
Beso Jewels will be at Village Arts 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, June 17 and 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 18.
Happy Father’s Day to all the men who are fathers or have been a father-figure to us. Call or email with any special requests or questions.
Services:
- Repairs of all types;
- Custom design;
- Gold and Silver finished jewelry, including chain in Sterling and Gold;
- Silver Coins;
- Appraisals;
- Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds; and
- I BUY Gold, Silver, Jewelry in any condition, coins, gemstones and diamonds.
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Daily Postcard: Deer Head For Tennis Courts
Daily Postcard: Deer spotted Tuesday morning heading for the tennis courts in the Western Area. Photo by Brint Perera Read More
The Sweet Lillies Headline Summer Concert Friday
The Sweet Lillies perform Friday at the Los Alamos Summer Concert at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions
Summer Concert News:
The Sweet Lillies’ music is first and foremost, heartfelt and collaborative. Those defining traits are given life by the trio of musicians who make up the Lillies, Julie Gussaroff, Becca Bisque and Dustin Rohleder, who have combined their individual strengths together to deliver powerful narratives of life in song.
With their acoustic string-band lineup of guitar, viola, and upright bass given flight by ethereal, vocal harmonies that float like a dream, Read More
New Mexico Participates In Sixth National, Most Comprehensive Study Of Nonprofit Arts & Culture Industry
NMA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Arts (NMA) announces that a new study is underway to gauge the economic impact of America’s nonprofit arts and culture industry, including New Mexico’s.
The past five studies by Americans for the Arts (conducted every five years) have shown significant economic activity, with the 2017 survey documenting that the nonprofit arts industry generated $166.3 billion in spending by organizations and audience spending.
In New Mexico, the creative sector contributes about $5.9 billion to the state’s economy each year.
This year’s survey of patrons of the arts and Read More
New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs Announces Interim Leadership At Santa Fe Museums
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) Monday announced interim leadership appointments at two of its museums in Santa Fe.
Kate Macuen will serve as interim director at Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) and Phil Karshis will serve a six-month appointment as administrative director at Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (MIAC), both effective immediately.
Macuen will serve in her role until a new executive director is named at MOIFA, and Karshis will focus on MIAC administration and remain through the leadership transition. The Board of Regents Read More
New Mexico Author Anne Hillerman’s Book ‘The Sacred Bridge’ Is A NYT Best-Seller!
Anne Hillerman’s Book ‘The Sacred Bridge’. Courtesy/Anne Hillerman
COMMUNITY News:
Award winning author Anne Hillerman of New Mexico has announced that her new book ‘The Sacred Bridge’ Debuts at Number 6 on The New York Times Best-Seller List!
Opening at Number 6 is Anne’s highest listing ever! She would like to say a big thanks to all her readers.
Get Ready To Unwrap ‘Chocolate: The Exhibition’ Friday
Courtesy photo
NMMNHS News:
“Chocolate: The Exhibition” is nearly ready to open at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) and will have a few new treats to explore once it does.
“Chocolate: The Exhibition,” is a traveling multimedia exhibition that engages the senses and traces the evolution of chocolate from a small, bitter seed found deep in the rainforest to the continent-spanning delicacy it is today. Visitors will be able to learn the biology behind cacao – the tropical seed that chocolate is derived from – while standing under a life-sized cacao tree, explore Read More
New Mexico Arts Extends Public Call For Purchase For Agriculture Department Courtyard On NMSU Campus
NMDCA News:
The Art in Public Places Program of New Mexico Arts, a division of the NM Department of Cultural Affairs (DMCA), the Local Selection Committee at New Mexico State University (NMSU), and the New Mexico Department of Agriculture seek to purchase public artworks to be displayed on the NMSU campus.
WHAT: Call for Purchase of one to three exterior public artworks for display. Professional artists working in the Southwest (AZ, UT, CO, OK, TX, and NM) are invited to submit outdoor-friendly artworks ready for purchase that embody the spirit, history, importance, and impact of agriculture Read More
View Of Clouded Moon Over White Rock
View of a clouded moon looking east Monday evening from White Rock. Photo by Doug Lannen Read More
Daily Postcard: American Robin Makes A Splash!
Daily Postcard: An American Robin enthusiastically splashes and drinks from this water tray Friday at a residence in White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: June 17-23, 2022
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 June 17-23:
Friday, June 17, 2022
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Tom Hartman Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 6-14-22
- 2:45 p.m. — Spring Break Drone video – The Footage Locker of Davy Jones
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m.
SWAIA Performances Presents Experimental Fiddler Sage Cornelius At Santa Fe Playhouse Wednesday June 22
Multi-instrumentalist musician Sage Cornelius. Courtesy/SWAIA
SANTA FE PLAYHOUSE News:
Santa Fe Playhouse and Southwestern Association of Indian Arts (SWAIA) Performances presents multi-instrumentalist musician Sage Cornelius at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 at Santa Fe Playhouse, 142 E. De Vargas St.
COST: $20; 505.988.4262, santafeplayhouse.org (Tickets also available at the door.)
DETAILS: Sage Cornelius (Oneida, Navajo, Potowatomi) is a multi-instrumentalist musician from Topeka, Kansas. He learned honky-tonk/Irish fiddle as well as classical violin when he was Read More
Santa Fe Desert Chorale Offers Free Virtual Concert Program Lectures July 14, 21, 28
Santa Fe Desert Chorale group photo. Photo by Tira Howard
SFDC News:
SANTA FE — The Santa Fe Desert Chorale (SFDC) announces that its traditional pre-concert lectures are now virtual and free to the public.
Sponsored generously by the New Mexico Humanities Council, the Desert Chorale’s 2022 lecture series will feature three experts as they illuminate the history and significance of the repertoire chosen for this year’s summer festival.
These programs explore the diverse musical treasures of the Mediterranean basin, the powerful impact of women composers and innovators from the ninth century Read More
Daily Postcard: Sunrise Emerges Over Canyon Rim Trail
Daily Postcard: Sunrise emerging early Sunday morning over the Canyon Rim Trail. Photo by Skip Robertson Sweet Moment At Summer Concert As Vegas McGraw Sings With One Of His Favorite Fans
Summer Concert Series headliner Vegas McGraw sat down to sing with one of his favorite fans from Hernandez, Ida Villarreal, during his performance Friday evening at Ashley Pond Park. Her husband Ken, left, and Los Alamos resident Priscilla Lepsch, right, joined in to sing with Vegas McGraw. ‘The weather was perfect and the very large crowd had an enjoyable evening,’ local resident Don Lepsch said. Photo by Don Lepsch Read More
