Posts From The Road: Stepping Back In Time In Lowell, Ariz.
Strayhound: An old Greyhound Bus sits near the Bus Stop on Erie Street in Lowell, Ariz. However the bus has been renamed the Strayhound by those who have volunteered their time to save this business district in Lowell. A view up the street gives a glimpse of what the area was like decades ago. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Shell: A Shell gas station sits at the top end of Erie Street in Lowell. This was the first building restored and repainted to look as it did in the 1950s. The old Chevy sits out in front of the garage to add an additional nostalgia to the scene. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com Read More
Cloudy Skies Viewed From Main Hill Road
Cloudy skies viewed from Main Hill Road. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Music Teachers Association To Present First Musicale Of 2025 At 2PM Sunday Feb. 23 At Fuller Lodge
Students pose after a successful musicale performance in April 2024. Courtesy/LAMTA
LAMTA News:
The Los Alamos Music Teachers Association (LAMTA) invites the community to attend its first Musicale concert of the year at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at Fuller Lodge. The concert is free to attend.
Every spring the LAMTA holds two Musicale recitals to showcase the hard work of its young musicians in Los Alamos. This particular Musicale will also feature the first-place winners of the 2025 Sonata Contest as guest artists.
Students will be showcased from the studios of:
- Aejin Chang;
- Wendy Ge;
- Janna Warren;
NMSA To Present ‘The Crucible’ In Santa Fe Feb. 21-23
NMSA News:
More than 30 Theatre students—24 on stage and a dedicated crew of 8 behind the scenes— are bringing Arthur Miller’s story to life in a bold, unforgettable production directed by New Mexico School for the Art’s (NMSA) Theatre Chair Barbara Hatch.
Rehearsals are in full swing at NMSA for this classic and timely play written in 1952 towards the beginning of the McCarthy hearings – the “witch hunt” of that era.
Set in 1692 in Salem, Mass., the hysteria engendered by the extreme Puritanism of the people struggling to survive in this harsh new world, and the illicit desires of some girls and other Read More
LAAC To Open ‘IN/MOTION’ Exhibit Friday Feb. 21
LAAC News:
Ever seen something that appears to be moving but is actually standing still? From drawn motion studies to sculptures of birds in flight to crochet running socks, the Los Alamos Arts Council’s (LAAC) IN/MOTION exhibit encouraged artists to submit works that evoke motion and/or celebrate the moving image.
The community is invited to join LAAC for the opening of its newest exhibit 5-7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 in the Fuller Lodge Art Center, 2132 Central Ave. Light refreshments will be served.
IN/MOTION features 25 New Mexican artists, including 14 based in Los Alamos County and includes Read More
LAPS Art Teachers Find Joy In Helping Students Shine
Front row from left, Jessie Ross, Mountain Elementary; Claire Stewart, LAMS; Stephanie Rittner, Pinon Elementary. Back row from left, Dottie Lopez, LAHS; Britt Williams, Aspen Elementary; Andrea Lynch, Chamisa Elementary; Mary Grace, LAHS and Elizabeth Fisher, LAMS. Not pictured, Libbi Lovejoy, LAHS. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
STEP UP GALLERY News:
The much anticipated 2025 All Schools Student Art Show showcases the work of hundreds of Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) students in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. Step Up Gallery hosts this exhibit, which runs Feb. 20 to March 12. Read More
Daily Postcard: Sunrise Casts Glow Above Sangre de Cristos
Daily Postcard: Today’s sunrise casts a fiery glow above the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Photo by DW Decker Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Enhancing Beauty At Venusto
On the job in Los Alamos Receptionist Ariana Hernandez is getting a touch up from Owner/Stylist Diana Rascon Friday afternoon at Venusto Salon in the 555 Oppenheimer Building. In 2013, Rascon founded Venusto Salon, which means to beautify, adorn and make lovely. She graduated from Los Alamos High School and attended Olympian University of Cosmetology in Albuquerque. She excels in colors and use of new and innovative products to give her clients the best in vibrant colors and styles. Hernandez has worked for Rascon since September 2024. Learn more about Venusto Salon at https://www.facebook.com/deevenustosalon/ Read More
Art In Public Places Advisory Board January Meeting Update
Courtesy/LAC
By STEPHANIE HAASER
Chair
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
This is an update from the Jan. 23 meeting of the Art in Public Places Advisory Board.
Art in public places helps to create beautiful public spaces and the Art in Public Places Advisory Board values community input.
The latest ongoing work being pursued by the Board includes:
- The Board is accepting applications for new members;
- The Board is continuing to assess remaining indoor art and working toward identifying indoor artwork in need of repair;
- Finalized request for artwork proposals from J. Muzacz for south facing
Daily Postcard: Sunset Falls Over Sangre de Cristos
Daily Postcard: The Sangre de Cristo Mountains viewed at sunset Friday from White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
LAPS Foundation: ‘It’s Time To Shower Teachers With Love’
A Kindergarten student works on an ‘escape room adventure’ relating to insects, funded by a ‘Shower with Love’ donation. Courtesy/LAPS Foundation
LAPS Foundation News:
Does anyone wish they could show a particular teacher a little extra love? Starting today, they can! The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation is sponsoring a community-wide campaign to “Shower” LAPS teachers with things they need for their classrooms.
From Feb. 14 through March 14, readers can go to https://showerlove25.givesmart.com and donate any amount towards a teacher’s wish list. LAPS Foundation will purchase Read More
To My Beautiful Valentine Amy!
By STAN KOSIEWICZ
Los Alamos
Amy, I keep coming back for more.
Because it is you that I adore.
Please be my valentine
Because that would be divine
Alas my gorgeous miss I look forward to your sweet kiss
Your formally tall
Formally dark
But still handsome man Stan. Read More
Daily Postcard: Moon Shines Above White Rock
Daily Postcard: Moon shines early Wednesday morning above White Rock. Photo by John Purvis Read More
Los Alamos Little Theatre Seeks Clarity On Renovations
Los Alamos Little Theatre Board President Seona Zimmermann stands outside the Performing Arts Center Wednesday morning at 1670 Nectar St. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
It is understood that the Performing Arts Center, 1670 Nectar St., needs work but that is where the general understanding ends.
The Los Alamos Little Theatre (LALT) Board, which operates the center, has a different view of a project than what Los Alamos County Public Works intends.
LALT Board Members shared their interpretation of the project and Read More
PAC 8 To Host Annual Auction Fundraiser March 20-31
By JEAN GINDREAU
Executive Director
PAC 8
PAC 8 is your local community media center and television station. We have been part of Los Alamos for almost 50 years! We are holding our annual on-line spring auction March 20-31, 2025. This is a fundraiser and we are looking for donations from the community. The auction will be seen at pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 has been an asset to the community over the years. We have a great summer education program. Every year, around 100 students ages 7 to 17 enjoy learning video production skills at PAC 8. In 2021, PAC 8 teamed up with the Los Alamos Teen Center and we started Read More
New Mexico Museum Of Art Welcomes New Deputy Director With Extensive Museum Experience
Stacy Hasselbacher. Courtesy/NMMA
NMMA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Museum of Art is pleased to announce Stacy Hasselbacher has been named the museum’s Deputy Director. Hasselbacher will oversee all aspects of museum operations, including human, financial, and physical resources. Her leadership will directly impact the museum’s mission through strategic planning, budget management, visitor services, collections access, and facilities maintenance. Additionally, she will represent the museum in the director’s absence and collaborate with various constituencies to advance Read More
Master The Palos This Summer: 35+ Flamenco Workshops
Daily Postcard: Moonrise Over Beautiful Española Valley
Daily Postcard: Moonrise shines early Monday evening over the beautiful Española Valley. Photo by Liddie MartinezAn Evening Of Music & Community Featuring World-Renowned Russian Pianist Katya Grineva March 1
Katya Grineva, Russian Pianist who recently completed her 22nd season at Carnegie Hall. Katya, is a proud supporter of Moving Arts and inspires others through her work as a pianist. Courtesy photo
MOVING ARTS News:
ESPANOLA – Prepare for an inspiring night of music and community! Moving Arts, in partnership with the Los Alamos Arts Council, invites you to a magical celebration featuring the breathtaking talent of world-renowned Russian pianist Katya Grineva. Fresh from her 22nd season at Carnegie Hall, Katya’s spellbinding performance will leave you in awe.
Enjoy delicious appetizers Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Feb. 14-20, 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, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Feb. 14-20, 2025:
Friday, Feb. 14, 2025
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 2-04–25
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast – Los Alamos County
