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Scenes From Annual Holi Festival At Fuller Lodge

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 17, 2019

Sirphey hosted the annual Holi festival Sunday at Fuller Lodge with lots of color, music, food and drinks for all ages. Holi is the most colorful festival on earth, wherein communities come together for food, music, and of course, a color fight. And Unquarked hosted a beer garden with wines and brews from New Mexico breweries and wineries. At the event, Dance Arts Los Alamos instructor Neslihan Caren-Zeytun leads the crowd in dances. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene from the color fight during the Holi festival Sunday behind Fuller Lodge. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
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SFCC: Information Night/Talent Show April 25

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 17, 2019
SFCC News:
 
SANTA FE ― Santa Fe Community College will present a student talent show accompanied by information tables for prospective students to learn about SFCC programs and resources 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 25 in the main hallway and Campus Center on campus at 6401 Richards Ave.
 
Meet with representatives from many SFCC departments while current students show off their talents. Also learn about student support services, including financial aid.
 
Along with traditional fields of study, SFCC offers a wide range of classes including those in biofuels, game design, culinary
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Funding Secured For State Poet Laureate Program

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 17, 2019
Sen. Bill O’Neill
 
STATE News:
 
SANTA FE ― Landmark Legislation. 282 bills signed into law. A $7 billion budget. Unprecedented capital outlay dollars for statewide infrastructure spending.
 
The 2019 session was one for the books. But among the marquee accomplishments of the legislature were several measures that, while receiving fewer headlines, also will have a lasting impact on the state. One such accomplishment was securing the funding to establish a state Poet Laureate program.
 
The idea to establish a state Poet Laureate program dates back several years. During
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Artist Petr Jandacek Displays Stations Of The Cross

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 17, 2019
Local artist Petr Jandacek is opening his home to the community 5-7:30 p.m. today for an outdoor display of his uniquely crafted Stations of the Cross. Photo by Lynn Finnegan
 
Created by local artist Petr Jandacek, the station ‘Jesus falls for the first time’ is depicted by a pavement stone marred with a bloodied handprint. Photo by Lynn Finnegan
 
By LYNN FINNEGAN
Los Alamos

Longtime Los Alamos resident and local artist Petr Jandacek is opening his home to the community 5-7:30 p.m. today, April 17, for an outdoor display of his uniquely crafted Stations of the Cross.

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Daily Postcard: Red-Naped Sapsucker At Bandelier

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 17, 2019

Daily Postcard: A red-naped sapsucker is spotted at Bandelier. The bird has a 16-inch wingspan and is uncommon but can be seen mostly in spring and fall in Frijoles Canyon. Photo by Sally King/NPS Read More

NMHU Receives Indigenous Pottery, Basket Donation

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 16, 2019
Victor Ramirez, a Highlands anthropology graduate student, examines a Hopi pottery piece that was donated to Highlands. Photo by Rick Loffredo/University Relations
 
NMHU News:
 
LAS VEGAS, NM ― Anthropology students at New Mexico Highlands are learning first-hand about Indigenous Southwest pottery and baskets, thanks to the generosity of two sisters.
 
Margaret Hermann and Kathleen Walz have donated their mother’s collection of Southwest Native American pottery and baskets as well as Guatemalan Mayan huipiles, embroidered women’s blouses, to the Highlands anthropology
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Plein Air Painters Host ‘Jemez Spring Paintout & Show’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 16, 2019
ART News:
 
JEMEZ SPRINGS — For the second year, the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico (PAPNM) will host a “Spring Paintout and Show” April 26-May 1 at various locations in and around the beautiful Village of Jemez Springs.
 
An exhibition will follow, May 4-23 with an opening reception and awards ceremony.
 
Plein air painting is a French word which literally translates “open air.” New Mexico’s love affair with plein air painting began with the Taos Masters, Santa Fe Cinco Pintores, Georgia O’Keefe and many more artists. There are 370 PAPNM members in the state.
 
“The
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SF Chamber Music Festival Presents 47th Season

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 16, 2019
SFCMF News:
 
It’s a summer of several exciting firsts for the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival, which presents its 47th season July 14–August 19, 2019.
 
From a brand-new series and highly anticipated artist debuts to premieres of Festival-commissioned works, this season’s 40-plus concerts are filled with can’t-miss musical moments that reflect the dynamic programming of the Festival’s Artistic Director, the composer and pianist Marc Neikrug.
 
Here are just a few highlights of the Festival’s 2019 season:
  • Violinist Ida Kavafian and pianist Peter Serkin perform—for the
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Daily Postcard: Pasque Flowers Bloom In Rendija

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 16, 2019

Daily Postcard: The Pasque flowers have returned to upper Rendija Canyon … harbingers of spring; as reliable as the Masters in Augusta. The flowers were spotted while mountain biking Thursday, April 11. Photo by Jonathan Dowell Read More

Daily Postcard: Rabbit Conducts Recon Ahead Of Easter

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 15, 2019

Daily Postcard: A rabbit dressed in camo to blend in with his surroundings is none the less spotted early Saturday morning in White Rock. It became quite clear that he was conducting reconnaissance to gain logistical information ahead of his annual Easter Sunday egg and candy drop operation. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs 

The rabbit is spotted once again as he attempts to hide in plain sight among a pile of rocks during his ‘Operation Easter’ recon mission early Saturday morning in White Rock. Read More

Serenata Concert: Red Tango May 5

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 14, 2019
SSF News:
 
The chamber music of Rachmaninov, Brey, Karmanov, Stravinsky, Schnittke and Piazzolla will be performed 3 p.m. Sunday, May 5 at First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave, in Santa Fe.
 
Musicians include:
  • David Felberg and Ruxandra Marquardt, violins  
  • Dana Winograd, cello
  • Judith Gordon, piano
 
Reserve tickets here.
 
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Scenes From Ashley Pond Saturday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 14, 2019
Feeding time for the ducks and pigeons Saturday at Ashley Pond. Photo by Ken Hanson
 
The horse sculpture Friday at Ashley Pond Park with the ski hill in the background. Photo by Ken Hanson
 
A view of Ashley Pond Saturday. Photo by Ken Hanson
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Mayfair Festival Brings Art & Family Fun To Cloudcroft

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 14, 2019
ART News:
 
CLOUDCROFT ― This Memorial Weekend, Cloudcroft becomes an art lover’s paradise with the 47th Annual Mayfair Juried Art Show.
 
Set in the scenic Sacramento Mountains of New Mexico, the two-day festival features one-of-kind art across a variety of mediums from artists nationwide, as well as food, interactive children’s activities, and vendors.
 
“Cloudcroft is a destination chosen time and again by those looking to unwind in our mountains, shop and stroll in our historic Burro Avenue, and get back to nature,” Cloudcroft Chamber President Larry Evans said. “In
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Historic Santa Fe Foundation Presents Lecture May 10

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 14, 2019
HSFF News: 
 
Historic Santa Fe Foundation presents the May Salon El Zaguán monthly lecture series with Don Usner on Lowriders of Northern New Mexico at 3 p.m. Friday, May 10 at Historic Santa Fe Foundation’s El Zaguán, 545 Canyon Road, Ste 2 in Santa Fe.
 
There is no charge for admission for HSFF members and a non-members entry fee is $10. For the Salon El Zaguán talk, HSFF members and non-members, pre-sold or pre-reserved tickets are required to attend: Reserve member tickets or purchase non-member tickets here AFTER APRIL 19.
 
The talk will be held in conjunction
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LA Photo Club Show Walkthrough April 16

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 14, 2019
LAPC News:
 
The Los Alamos Photo Club invites the public to attend the walkthrough of the Club’s annual photo show Tuesday, April 16, in the upstairs gallery of the Mesa Public Library. The walkthrough is 7-9 p.m.
 
Participating photographers will be available to discuss and comment on their work with the attendees.
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Daily Postcard: Sunset From Anderson Overlook

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 13, 2019

Daily Postcard: Sunset viewed early Thursday evening from Anderson Overlook. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com

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White Rock Branch Library Features One-Of-A-Kind Art

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 12, 2019
Los Alamos County Art in Public Places Board Member Pete Carson stands in front of the fireplace at the White Rock Branch Library where the glass woven kites will be installed. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
 
A rendition of the new artwork being installed at the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy image
 
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Right now, the fire place at the White Rock Branch Library is just a blank space but soon it will feature artwork that is truly one-of-a-kind.

In October, Los Alamos County Council approved to purchase eight Read More

SFCC Hosts ‘One World. Many Cultures!’ April 16

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on April 12, 2019
SFCC News:
 
Santa Fe Community College hosts “One World. Many Cultures!” multicultural event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 16 in the main hallway and SFCC Courtyard.
 
This free event is sponsored by the President’s Diversity Advisory Council in conjunction with the Student Government Association, Student Activities, Student Ambassadors and Enlace.
 
The resource fair will include entertainment, booths and information. Call for 505.428.1686 information.
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