Santa Fe Opera Presents: Wagner Symposium July 28
SFO News:
Join our invited speakers at the Santa Fe Opera Campus from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday, July 28, for a Symposium to hear about the thought-provoking and controversial genius, Richard Wagner. Whether you are new to Wagner or an experienced aficionado, this day-long event will be both enlightening and entertaining.
Desirée Mays, lecturer and storyteller, asks Why Wagner? She will open the morning with the sounds and images of Die Walküre, discuss the mythic story, and introduce the speakers.
Mary Springfels, Co-Director of Severall Friends Early Music Ensemble will present Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: July 11-17, 2025
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, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for July 11–17, 2025:
Friday, July 11, 2025
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 7-08–25
- 4 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Coexisting With Cougars: Protecting Wildlife While Reducing Conflict
- 7 p.m. — Cerro Grande Fire
White Rock Branch Library Celebrating 10th Anniversary With Upcoming Street Fair, Author Talk By Hampton Sides
Ribbon cutting ceremony on July 31, 2015, of the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy/New Mexico State Library
The crowd gathered July 31, 2015, for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Scene of the crane sculpture as night falls over White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Leslie Bucklin/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Library is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the White Rock Branch Library this month with a series of community events, including a lively street fair and a return visit from bestselling author Hampton Sides.
On Read More
Russian Sage Brings Line Of Lavender To Bryce Avenue
Russian Sage brings a beautiful line of lavender color to Bryce Avenue on Sunday in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Practice Wuthering In Red Monday July 14
COMMUNITY News:
Are your wuthering Skills out of date? Have you never wuthered? Would you like to learn more about Los Alamos’ “The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever” (TMWHDE)? Join us as we practice our wuthering skills at the Mesa Public Library and White Rock Library from 5:30–6:30 p.m., Monday, July 14.
Whether you join us for any of these optional informational practices or not, you are welcome to join us for Los Alamos’ first ever TMWHDE on Saturday, July 19th, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at Ashley Pond. Event is free and open to all—all genders, all ages, and all dancing abilities. We ask that you Read More
Happening This Week At SALA: July 7–13
SALA News:
SALA Event Center invites the community to a full week of programming from July 7 through July 13, including a film classic, virtual reality experiences, and new movie premieres. This week offers something for everyone—families, film enthusiasts, sports fans, and curious minds alike.
Tuesday Mystery Movie
- 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 8
Movie & Dinner Night – Pulp Fiction
LAFC hosts its monthly movie and dinner, featuring Quentin Tarantino’s iconic Pulp Fiction.
- 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 8
FIFA World Cup
- 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 8 – Semi-Final Match 61: Fluminense FC VS Chelsea
Dramatic Baritone Michael Chioldi To Perform Title Role In Rigoletto Opening July 12 At Santa Fe Opera
Michael Chioldi as Rigoletto, Irish National Opera. Photo by Patrick Redmond
SFO News:
SANTA FE — The Santa Fe Opera announces dramatic baritone and former Santa Fe Opera Apprentice singer Michael Chioldi will sing the title role in Rigoletto, replacing Spanish baritone Gerardo Bullón, who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
The production opens July 12 and runs for seven performances through Aug. 20. A co-production with Irish National Opera and Opera Zuid, Chioldi recently performed the role at the Irish National Opera to critical acclaim.
“Baritone Michael Chioldi made for a terrifically Read More
David Zimmerman Comedy Shows At Senior Activity Centers
David Zimmermann
LALT News:
Regardless of what life throws at us, it usually feels better to laugh about it.
With that in mind, David Zimmerman will present what he calls “The Lighter Side of MS: A Comedic Take on Diminishing Capabilities” at 1 p.m. Thursday in the classroom at the Los Alamos Senior Activity Center.
He will also present the same show at 1 p.m. Friday in the studio at the White Rock Senior Activity Center.
Admittance is free. There will be a talk-back session after each performance.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disorder in which the body’s immune system attacks the protective Read More
White Rock Family Films – Mufasa: The Lion King July 12
COUNTY News:
Every second Saturday of the month, the White Rock Branch Library is showing a family-friendly film. This Saturday, July 12, families are invited to participate in crafts, eat popcorn and watch Mufasa: The Lion King.
Arrive at the library at 2 p.m. with the whole family to get started on a movie-themed craft. The movie runs 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the meeting room.
Note: Crafts are best suited for ages 4 to 10, but the whole family can join in. Children 5 and under need a grownup to help them. Read More
PEEC Suds & Shows: Game Night At Nature Center July 10
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Education Center (PEEC) Suds & Shows: Game Night is 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road.
Are you on a quest for a princess in a castle? Do you dream of speeding down the rainbow road on your way to VICTORY? Can you and your friends dominate a trivia board game? Here’s your chance to flex your gaming muscles!
Thanks to partners at The Family YMCA, PEEC will have a variety of games to choose from, including console games on Switch and Xbox, plus board games and party games from Mesa Top Games. Oh, and of course, a cash bar courtesy of Pajarito Read More
4th Of July Spectacular Drone Show Highlights
Photo by Tevi Funaki
Photo by Tevi Funaki
Photo by Tevi Funaki
Photo by Tevi Funaki
Photo by Tevi Funaki
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Scenes From Ashley Pond 4th Of July Celebration
Los Alamos’ community enjoying music at Ashley Pond on Friday. Photo by Dixon Wolf
Photo by Dixon Wolf
The crowd at Ashley Pond on July 4th. Photo by Dixon Wolf
Looking across the pond at the stage and large crowd gathered for July 4th. Photo by Dixon Wolf Read More
Daily Postcard: Century Plant Blooms On Meadow Lane
Daily Postcard: A century plant blooms Sunday in the yard of a residence on Meadow Lane in White Rock. A century plant or agave actually blooms more like 10 to 30 or perhaps 40 years, according to botanists. As it approaches the end of its life, the plant produces a tall stalk containing yellow blossoms and dies. Photo by Carol A. Clark@ladailypost.com Read More
Tuesdays @ The Square: High Desert Rangers July 8
Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District News:
This week’s Tuesdays @ the Square, presented by Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District, will feature High Desert Rangers, 6-8 p.m. July 8 on the lawn in the Central Park Square next to Boese Bros.
High Desert Rangers are New Mexico’s premier bluegrass band, made up of the top players in the state. They offer killer three-part harmonies, top-level musicianship, and a great catalog of songs. This is live music at its zenith.
There is a beer garden and opportunities for picnicking at this event.
Tuesdays @ the Square is generously sponsored Read More
Posts From The Road: Beautiful & Diverse Pacific Grove
Magic Carpet: Ice plant ground cover is seen throughout the Monterey Peninsula and Pacific Grove, Calif. The plant blooms from late April until early June, producing fluorescent pink and purple blooms. Shown is a popular area in Perkins Park on the shores of Monterey Bay in Pacific Grove. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Coastal Trail: A Coastal Recreation Trail follows the shoreline around the end of Monterey Peninsula in Pacific Grove. Shown is the trail as it passes through Perkins Park on the shores of Monterey Bay. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
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Rock In White Rock Reflects 4th Of July Patriotism
The rock in White Rock painted to reflect patriotism on the 4th of July. Photo by Lil Ortega Read More
Watch Movies In The Park: Elemental @ Ashley Pond July 9
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to enjoy a summer evening in the park with a fun, family-oriented movie. Bring your blankets, pajamas and snacks to watch a movie under the stars!
The Movies in the Park program utilizes various parks throughout Los Alamos County.
Weather cancellations are made one hour before show time.
Schedule:
- July 9: Elemental @ Ashley Pond
- July 23: The Garfield Movie @ Urban Park
- Aug. 6: A Minecraft Movie @ Ashley Pond
Scenes From 4th Of July Summer Concert & Drone Show
Rocking the 4th of July Summer Concert is drummer Dennis Edwards and fellow members of Fortunate Son, a Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
The crowd dances and sings to their favorite songs at the 4th of July Summer Concert. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Faces in the crowd at the 4th of July Summer Concert at the pond. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from the 4th of July Summer Concert at the pond. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Five hundred drones prepare to create 28 scenes for 22 minutes at the 4th of Read More
Daily Postcard: Pink Lilies Beautify Kilby Street
Daily Postcard: Pink lilies beautify the landscape on the fourth of July along Kilby Street in White Rock. Photo by Annette Maes-Livermore Read More
Award-winning Book Artist And Palace Press Curator Explores Artist Books And Historic Letterpress
Courtesy/Keri Miki-Lani Schroeder
Museum News:
The community is invited to join Palace Press Curator Keri Miki-Lani Schroeder for an artist talk and tour of the Palace Press at New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe.
What: Keri Miki-Lani Schroeder is an award-winning book artist and the new curator of the Palace Press. This hybrid artist talk, and Press tour will include an introduction of Schroeder’s artist books and fine press projects followed by a presentation about the new evolving plans for the Palace Press.
Guests will be able to view limited-edition books and prints and take a tour of Read More
