Coro de Cámara To Perform In Concert ‘Connections: Sharing Our Mental Health Stories’ Oct. 16, 18, 19
Coro de Cámara ensemble at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy⁄Coro de Cámara
Coro de Cámara News:
With the goal of creating connections, raising mental health awareness, and fostering mental well-being, the Coro de Cámara chamber chorus offers three unique performances of “Connections: Sharing Our Mental Health Stories” Oct. 16, 18, 19 in Los Alamos and Santa Fe.
The program includes inspiring pop, Broadway, and choral music; dance, drama, and real-life stories; a Q&A with mental health professionals and free resources.
Coro Artistic Director Nylea Butler-Moore, who has long considered Read More
Colorful Mums Bloom In White Rock Garden
Colorful Mums are blooming recently in a garden in White Rock. Photo by Annette Maes-Livermore Read More
Young Life Los Alamos To Host Annual ‘Fun’draiser Oct. 2
YLLA News:
Young Life Los Alamos (YLLA) is hosting its annual “fun”draiser at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, at Crossroads Bible Church. Dove award-winning artist Brandon Heath will share his music as well as his own Young Life story. It is sure to be an amazing evening.
The community is invited to attend and be blessed by Christ’s story in Brandon’s life, eat some good desserts, hear about the vision of Young Life, and consider taking the opportunity to invest in this ministry during this very fun evening.
Young Life has been in Los Alamos for nearly 50 years, “introducing adolescents to Jesus and helping Read More
REVEL To Host First-Ever ‘Love Life ALS Stunt Carnival’
REVEL News:
ALBUQUERQUE — REVEL will host the first-ever “Love Life ALS Stunt Carnival” Saturday, Oct. 4, at 4720 Alexander Blvd. NE in Albuquerque, bringing together stunts, live entertainment, and community activities to raise awareness and support for families impacted by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
The event will feature Glenn Allen Love Jr., a former UCLA and Canadian Football League player turned Hollywood stunt performer. All proceeds from the event will go to the Love Life ALS Foundation.
In July 2024, the day after celebrating his daughter’s first birthday, Love — then Read More
Ribbon Cutting For Leisure Lagoon Art Installation Oct. 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Arts in Public Places Board (APPB) invites the public to attend the official ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of a new public art installation by artist Amanda Jaffe at the Leisure Lagoon in Los Alamos.
Details:
- When: 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7; and
- Where: Leisure Lagoon, 2760 Canyon Road.
This five-panel porcelain tile installation explores the calming and transformative qualities of water through rich textures, flowing patterns, and natural imagery. With panel titles such as “Night Snow / Pool” and “Blue Rain / Calm Pool”, the series Read More
Community Film Screening Of ‘The Wanted 18’ Oct. 3
COMMUNITY News:
At 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 3, the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos will host a free community screening of The Wanted 18, an internationally acclaimed documentary that blends animation, interviews, and archival footage to tell one of the most unusual stories of nonviolent resistance in recent history.
The film follows the true events of a small Palestinian town during the First Intifada, where residents set out to produce their own milk as an act of independence and defiance. When 18 cows became the target of the occupying military, the villagers’ determination turned into a remarkable—and Read More
Fr. Theophan Mackey: Struggle To Center
Courtesy photo
By Fr. Theophan
Rector
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
My first beginning throwing class at the Los Alamos Arts Council/Fuller Lodge has finished. I had a great time helping the students work through the mechanics of making their first pottery on the potter’s wheel, centering, trimming, and pulling handles. I hope they feel the same way.
A person I taught before called me an “earthbender”. I’ll take that. We’re making earthbenders!
What I have found is that each person needs a different approach in learning. Some need diagrams, some need verbal instruction, and some just Read More
Vote For Favorite Self Portrait In Step Up Gallery
‘A Pattern of Habits’ by Tony Borek. Courtesy photo
‘All Color is Accidental’ by Britton Donharl. Courtesy photo
STEP UP GALLERY News:
“Projection and Confession: Self-Portraits” is showing in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. The exhibit displays nearly 50 self-portraits of regional artists, many of which were created just for this show over the last four months.
Visitors to the gallery are asked to vote for the self-portrait they like best after viewing the show. In lieu of an opening reception, there will be a closing reception 2-3:30 p.m. on the last day of the exhibit, Saturday, Oct. Read More
Santa Fe Pro Musica Announces Financial Momentum, Applauds 2024-25 Performance Excellence And Looks Ahead To Powerful 2025-26 Season
SFPM News:
Santa Fe Pro Musica today announced strong financial results in the last fiscal year, powered by 23% growth in ticket sales and a 34% increase in contributions over the prior year—momentum that prevailed against broader headwinds across the arts. “The artistic growth and financial stability achieved in the 2024–25 season go hand-in-hand,” stressed Thomas O’Connor, Co-Founder and Executive Director.
Guided by “momentum with meaning,” the organization will translate its gratifying financial results into sustained artistic investment, audience development, and community Read More
Museum Of International Folk Art And Friends Of Folk Art Present World Of Treasures Silent Auction & Party, Nov. 15
NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — The Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) and the Friends of Folk Art (FOFA) will host the World of Treasures Silent Auction and Party on Saturday, November 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. at MOIFA, 706 Camino Lejo, Museum Hill, in Santa Fe. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on 100 rare and unique folk and fine art treasures from around the world, and shop an array of ethnic / traditional clothing, jewelry and folk art décor at the event’s design boutique.
“The goal of the event is to raise funds to help MOIFA share its own ‘world of treasures’ with a wider audience throughout New Read More
Labor Of Love: National Hispanic Cultural Center, Opera Southwest Bring Life Of Labor Leader Dolores Huerta To The Stage Oct. 26
NMDCA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — In collaboration with Opera Southwest, the National Hispanic Cultural Center is proud to present an opera based on the remarkable life of labor icon and New Mexico native Dolores Huerta. Dolores takes the stage starting Sunday, Oct. 26.
“This play goes to the core of our pride as New Mexicans and gente, Dolores is an icon for standing together with all people demanding dignity and access to justice,” said National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) Executive Director Zack Quintero. “This production also showcases New Mexicans at its center, as the writer, the inspiration, Read More
Community Invited To Movie On The Mesa Oct. 3
COMMUNITY News:
Los Alamos Recreation and Barranca Mesa PTO is once again teaming up to bring the community Movie on the Mesa—a free community event at 5:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 3. This is a fun, family event to bring the community together
Event details:
- Movie: The new Lilo & Stitch movie
- Friday, Oct. 3, 2025 | Doors open at 5:30 p.m. | Movie begins at 6 p.m.
- Barranca Mesa Elementary School track (behind the elementary school)
Concessions will be available for purchase, cash or credit card accepted—all proceeds will go towards Los Alamos Recreation Scholarships.
Bring your own blankets/chairs Read More
Daily Postcard: Spectacular Sunrise Above Golf Course
Daily Postcard: Spectacular sunrise, ‘Star of Autumn’ Monday at Los Alamos Golf Course. Photo by Pat Soran Read More
Emory Paul Dahlia Steals Center Stage In Morning Bouquet
An enormous and lovely Emory Paul Dahlia steals center stage in a morning bouquet today at a home in the beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie Martinez Read More
Happening This Week At SALA Sept. 22–28
SALA News:
The SALA Los Alamos Event Center is proud to present a diverse lineup of community events, theatre screenings, and film showings for the week of September 22–28. From a free educational summit to National Theatre Live, independent films, and teen-focused programming, this week offers something for everyone.
Older Adult Scam Prevention Summit
This free summit includes 11 presentations on older adult wellness and features two keynote speakers. Attendees will also enjoy lunch and a complimentary swag bag. Registration is required and can be completed by scanning the event QR code, Read More
Catch ‘Baumannia’ During Free Community Event At New Mexico Museum Of Art And History Sept. 28
NMDCA News:
The New Mexico Museum of Art and New Mexico History Museum co-present “Baumannia,” a series of programs and special events in honor of the life and legacy of artist Gustave Baumann on 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 28 at their Santa Fe Plaza campuses.
Baumannia Community Day, hosted at both museums, will include hands-on activities, a marionette presentation, a variety of mini lectures and presentations, a Craft in America television episode screening, block printing activities, tours of Gustave Baumann’s re-created studio at the History Museum’s Palace Press, Read More
‘Moving Arts | Setting Hearts Ablaze’ Documentary Nominated For 2025 Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmy
MOVING ARTS – Setting Hearts Ablaze official cinematic poster. Courtesy/MAE
MAE News:
ESPANOLA — Moving Arts Española is proud to announce that its documentary, Moving Arts | Setting Hearts Ablaze, has been nominated for a 2025 Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmy Award. This recognition honors the powerful storytelling and impact of Moving Arts’ mission to uplift Northern New Mexico youth and families through arts, culture, and community.
Produced in collaboration with Docufilms, Moving Arts | Setting Hearts Ablaze captures the heart of the organization’s journey, its students’ creativity, Read More
Daily Postcard: Northern Flicker Finds A Fall Feast
Daily Postcard: A Northern Flicker eating berries recently at Overlook Park in White Rock. Northern Flickers are large woodpeckers that live year-round in much of the US. In fact, they are among the most commonly seen woodpeckers in northern New Mexico. According to ‘All About Birds’ they generally nest in holes in trees. They mainly eat ants and beetles, for which you can see them digging on the ground. However, they can also be seen eating berries, as this Flicker was doing at Overlook Park. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
The Mad Hatter Gallery In Las Cruces Opens New Exhibit ‘Eleos – Acknowledgement Of Others’ Oct. 3
Artistic piece by Chris Kemler. Courtesy photo
ART News:
The Mad Hatter Gallery’s upcoming exhibit, “Eleos – Acknowledgement of Others”, showcases new and exclusive work by Las Cruces Artist Chris Kemler, on view Oct. 3 through Nov. 22.
Inspired by the Goddess Eleos, who in Greek mythology symbolizes mercy and compassion, “Eleos – Acknowledgement of Others” includes several never-before-seen works by Chris Kemler, including work that was exclusively created for the exhibit.
“In this exhibit, Kemler invites viewers to explore the theme of acknowledgement of others, emphasizing Read More
Daily Postcard: Pair Of Elk Pose Perfectly For The Camera
A pair of elk pose perfectly for the camera this week in a burn area on the eastern edge of Valles Caldera National Preserve above N.M. 4. Photo by Jim Cobble
An elk spotted this week at 9,700 ft. elevation and half a mile south of Cerro Grande. Photo by Jim Cobble Read More
