Truth Through Traditions … Bold New Exhibition Set To Open At Museum Of International Folk Art
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NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — Truths Be Told: Artists Activate Traditions, a groundbreaking new exhibition, opens Dec. 5, 2025, through Jan. 20, 2027. Museum of International Folk Art proudly presents the timely show bringing together more than a dozen contemporary artists who draw on folk traditions from their own communities to address urgent social issues, reclaim erased histories, and accelerate a transformation through art.
Truths Be Told highlights how traditional art forms—ranging from quilt-making, ceramics, and regalia to basketry and video—are being reimagined Read More
LAHS Art Students Receive State Recognition
‘The Ripped Paper Project’ by Sage Scott. Courtesy/LAPS
The artists (left to right) Sage Scott, Catherine Price and Lilja Swanson. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Three Los Alamos High School art students recently received statewide recognition for their artwork.
Junior Sage Scott placed second for her artwork, “The Ripped Paper Project” in the New Mexico Art Education Association’s high school division at this year’s State Fair.
Senior Catherine Price and junior Lilja Swanson’s artworks entitled “CowBoy Dog” and “4 Shades of Value”, respectively, were selected for display Read More
Unveiling Of New Mural: ‘Turning The Corner In Espanola’
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RACHC News:
The Espanola Pathways Shelter, Bridge to Health NM, and the Rio Arriba Community Health Council extends an invite to the community for the unveiling of a new mural.
The unveiling will be held from 2-4 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7, located at 628 Riverside Dr in Espanola. Painted by the established muralist Alejandro Lopez and his team of artists. The artist, Alejandro Lopez, says about the mural “It’s all about having a voice… our old cultures have pretty much been buried under a pile of stuff and we need to unbury, rediscover and give a new voice.”
This mural provides Read More
Festive Dahlia Brightens Waiting Room At MANNM
A festive dahlia brightens the mood for patients in the waiting room at Medical Associates of Northern New Mexico (MANNM) Tuesday at Los Alamos Medical Center. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
International Folk Art Market Expands Leadership Team – Strengthens Global Impact
Jacci Gruninger
IFAM News:
SANTA FE — The International Folk Art Market (IFAM) announces the appointment of two new staff members. Jacci Gruninger (former LARSO executuve director) joins IFAM as the organization’s Chief Operating Officer (COO). Gruninger is a passionate leader with extensive management and community engagement experience. The newly created COO position will place increased emphasis on overall market operations, the customer and artist experience(s), and stewardship of partnerships with the city, State, and market partners.
Craig Garcia is IFAM’s new Director of Read More
Sandhill Cranes Seasonal Migration Over White Rock
Sandhill cranes during their seasonal migration Tuesday over White Rock. Photo by Nancy Hibbs Read More
Daily Postcard: Is That Bright Streak In The Sky Really The C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) Comet Above Mesa Public Library?!
Daily Postcard: Not really … it is a photo of the C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) Comet captured on camera Saturday, Oct. 25 from the mesa above Anderson Overlook and artistically superimposed above this shot of Mesa Public Library. Photo by Steve Bublitz Read More
World Of Treasures Silent Auction & Cocktail Party To Be Held At Museum Of International Folk Art Nov. 15
MOIFA News:
The Museum of International Folk Art’s second World of Treasures Silent Auction & Party brings together hundreds of items from around the world that represent the very best of those donated to the Museum’s Friends of Folk Art and gives partygoers the chance to bid or buy-now in the auction, as well as to purchase beautiful, but less costly, items in the boutique.
The cocktail party, held from 6–8 p.m., Nov. 15, will feature a New Mexico-themed menu catered by Weldon’s Museum Hill Café. Tickets, at $75 each, are expected to sell out again, so purchase early at Read More
Los Alamos JJAB: Teen Movie Nights November Lineup
Los Alamos JJAB News:
Los Alamos JJAB has some great movies lined up in November for Teen Movie Nights at SALA.
Upcoming films:
- Nov. 1 – Kubo and the Two Strings
- Nov. 8 – Back to the Future (free VR night)
- Nov. 15 – Now You See Me, Now You Don’t (new release)
- Nov. 22 – Princess Bride
- Nov. 29 – Stranger Things Final Season Episode 1 and 2 (new release)
Additional information can be found on the Los Alamos JJAB website. Read More
13th Annual ¡Cine Magnífico! Film Festival Brings Spanish-Language Feature Films To NHCC Nov. 7-9
NHCC News:
The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and Instituto Cervantes of Albuquerque are proud to bring the annual ¡Cine Magnífico! Spanish-Language Film Festival back to the Center for its 13th year. Starting Nov. 7 through Nov. 9, enjoy six dramatic feature films, exploring themes of love, friendship, grief, and the pain and joy of family.
¡Cine Magnífico!, Annual Festival of Cinema in Spanish. This year’s festival showcases bold new directorial voices from Spain, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, and Argentina.
All screenings are in Spanish with English subtitles. A full list of films Read More
Live In Los Alamos Presents Texas Singer-Songwriter Darden Smith In Concert Friday Nov. 7 At Fuller Lodge
Singer-songwriter Darden Smith will perform at 7 p.m., Friday Nov. 7 at Fuller Lodge as part of the Live in Los Alamos concert series. Photo by Jeff Wilson
COMMUNITY News:
Live in Los Alamos is excited to welcome Texas singer-songwriter Darden Smith back Friday, Nov. 7 to Fuller Lodge.
Smith last played the lodge in March 2024 and was invited as a favor to his agent, who represents a number of artists who have made stops in Los Alamos and loved their time here.
“I’d never heard of him before I was asked to book him with a promise that we wouldn’t be let down, and we most certainly were not let down,” Live Read More
LAHS Topper Marching Band Named 4A State Champions
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LAPS News:
The Los Alamos High School Topper Marching Band took top honors in 4A at the 2025 New Mexico State Marching Band Championships held over the weekend.
Their score of 68.3 overall in the finals bested marching bands from Lovington, Portales and Goddard. They also received the award for high musical achievement.
The band is under the direction of Steve Iliff. He is assisted by Zane Meek, Deanna Teague and Christine Subratie.
“The students have been working very hard since the middle of July, and the group has really come together to reach for higher levels of excellence Read More
Community Invited To Celebrate The Season At PEEC’s Holiday Eco Ornament Drop-In Event Nov. 11
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PEEC News:
Looking for a fun way to celebrate the season with your family and friends? The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites community members of all ages to the Holiday Eco Ornament Drop-In 1-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road. Admission is free, no registration required.
This festive, family-friendly craft day offers everything you need to design unique, New Mexico–themed ornaments and eco-friendly holiday decorations. PEEC will provide a wide variety of recycled and repurposed supplies, along with plenty Read More
Los Alamos Ski Club To Host Annual Premier Of Warren Miller Movie At Duane Smith Auditorium Nov. 21
Los Alamos Ski Club News:New Mexico School For The Arts Percussion Ensemble Joins All State Conference Honor Ensemble
NMSA Music students and Music Department Chair, Jesse Parker at the All State competition in 2025. Courtesy photo
NMSA News:
The New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA) Percussion Ensemble has been selected as an Honor Ensemble for the New Mexico Music Educators Association (NMMEA) All-State Conference.
Chosen through a highly competitive audition process from ensembles across the state, the NMSA Percussion Ensemble earned this distinction for its exceptional artistry and performance.
The ensemble will perform at Popejoy Hall during the conference, representing the NMSA music program Read More
SFCC’s Clay Club Ceramics Sale To Be Held Nov. 19 & 20
SFCC Clay Club Sale Flower Vase by Debbie Dale. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College’s Clay Club will hold their ceramics sale from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, and Thursday, Nov. 20, in the SFCC Main Hallway.
Discover the fine work by talented student artists, purchase one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts. Bid on items in the Silent Auction. One hundred percent of the Clay Club Silent Auction proceeds benefit Campus Cupboard, the college’s food pantry that supports students and employees experiencing food insecurity.
SFCC Clay Club Sale Sea Pieces by Debbie Finn. Read More
Santa Fe Concert Band With Members Of Santa Fe Symphony Chorus To Honor Veterans With Concert Nov. 11
SFCB News:
The Santa Fe Concert Band will present a concert in conjunction with the City of Santa Fe official observance of Veterans Day at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11 in the Santa Fe Convention Center, 201 W. Marcy St.
The Santa Fe Concert Band along with members of the Santa Fe Symphony Chorus invite the public to join in a tribute to honor our veterans and to show our gratitude and respect for their service. The inspiring, patriotic concert serves as a prelude to the City of Santa Fe official program in observance of Veterans Day. Musical selections include America the Beautiful, Hymn to the Fallen, Read More
Scenes From 2025 Pumpkin Glow On Fuller Lodge Lawn
The Los Alamos Arts Council 2025 Pumpkin Glow draws a crowd to view all of the creativity displayed on the lawn Saturday night behind Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Scene from the annual Pumpkin Glow Saturday night on the lawn behind Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Scene from the annual Pumpkin Glow event Saturday night on the lawn behind Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Scene from the annual Pumpkin Glow event Saturday night on the lawn at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Scene from the annual Read More
Los Alamos Concert Association Announces Acclaimed Pianist Avery Gagliano To Perform At Duane Smith Auditorium Nov. 23
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LACA News:
Los Alamos Concert Association announces the acclaimed rising young pianist Avery Gagliano will perform an afternoon of music at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, in the Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos.
Celebrated as “a distinctive young talent” (International Piano), pianist Avery Gagliano is recognized for interpretations with great emotional depth and a “distinctly narrative approach” (Miami International Piano Festival). Having first risen to international acclaim as the winner of the first prize and best concerto prize at the 2020 National Read More
Vibrant Sunrise Decorates Sky Today Over Pajarito Acres
A vibrant sunrise decorates the sky today over Pajarito Acres in White Rock. Photo by Jim Gourdoux Read More
