Dining

Trinity On The Hill Hosting Free Pancake Supper Feb. 13

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Mardi Gras masks at 2023 Shrove Tuesday Pancake supper. Courtesy/TOTH

TOTH News:

The community is invited to join Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, 3900 Trinity Dr., for its free Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13. Enjoy good food and fellowship while listening to Jan McDonald and his brass quintet 6-7 p.m. playing live jazz.

Ash Wednesday is always immediately preceded by Shrove Tuesday, also known as Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras. The tradition of a pancake supper comes from the old English custom of using up the fattening ingredients in the house to prepare for fasting Read More

United Church To Host Shrove Tuesday Event Feb. 13

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United Church News:

Shrove Tuesday, or Mardi Gras, is celebrated the evening before Lent begins. It’s a time to let go of the past and be ready for reflection and new Christian discipleship in Lent.

Headed up by the fun-loving Director of Children’s Ministries, the Reverend Ms. Laura Loving, the congregation of The United Church invites the community to a gathering 5:30-7 p.m., in Graves Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 13, for pancakes, mask making, games and merriment.

All ages, families, and solos are welcome!

The United Church’s elevator accessible Graves Hall can be found at 2525 Canyon Road across Read More

Española Valley Opera Guild Hosts ‘Posole Mio’ Feb. 18

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EVOG News:

The Española Valley Opera Guild (EVOG) invites the public to their annual winter gathering, POSOLE MIO 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18. 

This festive event is a fundraiser for EVOG that features homemade posole and desserts and a wine and cider cash bar by Black Mesa Winery. Guests will also be able to enter a fun raffle and bid on silent auction items which will include original art and gift certificates to area restaurants and resorts.

Entertainment will include live mariachi music by Mariachi Euforia during the food and drink service between 1 and 2 p.m. At 2 p.m. guests will move into the theater Read More

Posts From The Road: La Posada Hotel Winslow, Ariz.

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La Posada Hotel: Spring leaves were popping out during a previous visit in March a couple of years ago to the La Posada Hotel in Winslow, Ariz. The hotel features many southwestern design elements throughout the facility. Architect Mary Colter designed the hotel to resemble a southwestern hacienda. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

La Posada Garden Entrance: A decorative wrought iron arch welcomes visitors to the garden area at the La Posada Hotel in Winslow, Ariz. A walk through the garden leads visitors to the main entrance of the hotel. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com 

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Los Alamos VFW Veterans Appreciation Lunch Feb. 3

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VFW News:

Los Alamos VFW Post 8874 is hosting a Veterans Appreciation Lunch Saturday Feb. 3 at the VFW, 1793 Deacon St.

All veterans and families are welcome.

Pulled pork sandwiches, carne adovada and sides will be available.

All veterans (VFW members and non-members) and their families are welcome.

The following Rules are here to keep the Canteen safe and enjoyable for all its members and guests.

Entry and use of the Post’s Canteen is for VFW Members and Auxiliary members who are in Good Standing.

All VFW members and Auxiliary members must have a valid membership card with them and are required Read More

Liddie’s Traditional New Mexican Dishes: Queso Fundido

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How to make queso fundido. Video by Liddie Martinez

By LIDDIE MARTINEZ
Española Valley

On a beautiful evening in Valencia, Spain as we watched the setting sun, Rick and I celebrated our 39th wedding anniversary with some Cava (local champagne), and a beautiful presentation of queso fundido. The appetizer was prepared with local cheeses in complementing flavors showcasing nuttiness, herbal undertones and a delightful sweetness from the roasted cherry tomatoes that decorated the rim of a small cast iron pan. I was surprised to see it on the menu and even more surprised to see it executed well Read More

Love Is In The Air: A Sunset Glow Cocktail Party Feb. 10

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Balloon Museum Foundation News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum Foundation is thrilled to announce its enchanting event, Love Is In the Air: A Sunset Glow Cocktail Party set to captivate hearts Saturday, Feb. 10. This unique event celebrates love set to an evening sunset dotted with hot air balloons, whimsy and wonder. Patrons may show their love of one another, balloons, Albuquerque and the Balloon Museum at this fundraising event. 

Guests are invited to indulge in the magic of museum love as they stroll through the historic museum. The event features live Read More

Enjoy Monthly Dinner And Movie While Helping LAFC

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LAFC News:

The community is invited to Los Alamos Family Council’s (LAFC) first monthly dinner and a movie fundraiser Tuesday, Feb. 13. The event includes frito pie and a movie at SALA Event Center.

Every month on the Second Tuesday of the month, LAFC will host this dinner and a movie fundraiser. Proceeds will support the programs at the Counseling Center and Youth Activity Centers.

Make the Second Tuesday Movie Night a monthly night on the town!

Dinner will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m. The movie will start at 6 p.m.

Tickets are limited – so buy yours now by clicking here. Read More

Wolf And Mermaid Now Offering Catering Options

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Wolf and Mermaid is now offering catering options including fresh roasted specialty coffee, sandwiches, breakfast burritos, croissants and streusel muffins. Couresy photo

Business News:

Effective immediately, Wolf and Mermaid Enchanted Roasters is now offering catering. 

“With our extensive experience serving food to thousands of discerning customers in outdoor festivals and farmers markets, it is a logical next step to bring our specialty coffee and fresh food offerings to customers at their location,” Partner/Co-founder Kate Kudynska said. 

Catering options include Wolf and Read More

Cowboy Breakfast At Sherriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday Feb. 4

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By LAURA TRYBOSKI
Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse

The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast Sunday, Feb. 4 at the lodge.

Sheriff’s Posse are stewards of the historical lodge at 650 North Mesa Road.

We host a monthly charity breakfast that supports local Los Alamos County non-profit organizations. Profits from our breakfasts are given to the charity being hosted.

Our breakfast is 7-11 a.m. and being hosted this month by Young Life (https://losalamos.younglife.org/).

Our price for adults is $10, children 6-10 years of age is $5 and those 0-5 are free.

As always, Read More