Entertainment

PAC 8 Community Media Center: April 11-17, 2025

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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 April 11-17, 2025:

Friday, April 11, 2025

  • 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 4-08-25
  • 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. — Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast – “Importance
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Happening This Week At SALA Event Center

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SALA News:

SALA Los Alamos Event Center is bringing another exciting week of entertainment, community engagement, and innovation to the heart of Los Alamos.

From classic films and family-friendly screenings to interactive discussions and wellness activities, there is something for everyone. Guests can also enjoy SALA VR, an immersive virtual reality experience that transports visitors into digital worlds of entertainment and exploration.

Experience SALA VR

SALA Los Alamos continues to offer SALA VR, a cutting-edge virtual reality experience that allows guests to explore new worlds, Read More

Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble To Present ‘Connect! Springscapes’ & World Premiere Of New Commission

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Members of the Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble and beloved collaborative pianist Bill Epstein. Courtesy/SFWE

Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble News:

Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11 at First Presbyterian Church in Santa Fe.

Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble will present “Connect! Springscapes” – music about connecting through nature, families and life partners, as well as being bold about trying new things.

Also, a new commission by renowned contemporary composer Joan Szymko, “Perhaps I Shall Be”, will receive its world premiere at this event. Szymko Read More

The 1878 Newspaper’s April Fools’ Day Hoax That Claimed Thomas Edison Could Turn Dirt Into Food

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This machine made music, not meat. Courtesy/nostri-imago

A recreation of Thomas Edison’s laboratory, now at the Henry Ford Museum. Photo by Andrew Balet

By ANNE EWBANK
Gastro Obscura

  • Newspapers worldwide printed that Thomas Edison had invented a miraculous machine

Even in 1878, readers of The New York Graphic should have known better than to trust a fantastical-sounding article published on April Fool’s Day.

The paper had a scoop: Noted inventor Thomas Edison had accomplished a task straight out of a fairy tale. He had invented a machine that could turn dirt from his basement into meat, fruit Read More

SALA Event Center’s Exciting Lineup For April

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SALA News:

SALA Los Alamos Event Center unveils its action-packed April lineup, featuring an exciting mix of classic films, interactive events, and community workshops. Designed to entertain, inspire, and bring people together, this month’s offerings promise something for everyone.

April’s Must-See Films Include:

  • A Minecraft Movie – A thrilling adventure in the blocky universe.
  • The King of Kings – A powerful retelling of the life of Jesus.
  • Rule Breakers – An inspiring story of determination and resilience.
  • The Legend of Ochi – A visually stunning fantasy tale.
  • The Elephant Man – A moving
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New Mexico Actors Lab Announces 2025 Season

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NMAL News:

SANTA FE — Incoming Artistic Director Emily Rankin is excited to announce NMAL’s 2025 Season featuring five engaging and compelling plays by award-winning playwrights: Bike America by Mike Lew (May 1–18), the premiere of local playwright Dale Dunn’s A Subtle Kind of Murder (June 5-22), Cowboy Mouth by Sam Shepard and Pa\ Smith (Sept. 11 – 28), Paula Vogel’s Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive (Oct. 16 – Nov. 2), and The Half Life of Marie Curie by Lauren Gunderson (Nov. 20 – Dec. 7).

Tickets are now on sale at the NMAL website, www.nmactorslab.com. Season tickets are Read More

Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra And Dance Arts Los Alamos To Present Captivating Evening Of Symphonic Music And Dance April 12

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LASO News:

The Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra (LASO) and Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) will  present a captivating evening of symphonic music and dance, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at Duane Smith Auditorium in Los Alamos. Admission is free, and all are welcome to experience this dynamic artistic collaboration.

This special performance will offer audiences a preview of La Lune de Bleu, an all-new three-act ballet written by DALA Artistic Director Jonathan Guise. The concert will feature selected excerpts, including the dance of Apollo, Polyhymnia, Terpsichore, and Calliope; solos by Hera, Read More

First-Of-Its-Kind NHCC Production Lion Island Debuts In April

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NHCC News:

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce the premiere of Lion Island: Cuba’s Warrior of Words, an original play adapted from Margarita Engle’s award-winning young adult novel. This first-of-its-kind adaptation debuts at the NHCC Wells Fargo Auditorium April 3.

Set in 1870’s Cuba, Lion Island delves into the complexities of racial, ethnic, linguistic, and national identities. The story centers on historical figure Antonio Chuffat, a young man of Chinese, African, and Cuban descent. Through dynamic elements of dance, puppetry, and music, the play explores Read More

Happening This Week At SALA March 31 – April 6

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SALA News:

SALA Los Alamos Event Center continues to bring the community together with a dynamic mix of movies, wellness activities, and immersive experiences.

From beloved classics to family-friendly fun, SALA has something for everyone this week.

Featured Events & Screenings

  • Feldenkrais – Movement for Better Living
    At 11 a.m. Monday, March 31 & at 6:30 a.m., Friday, April 4
    This gentle movement class helps improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being.
  • Thursday, April 3 – Date Night: “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (6 p.m.)
    Sponsored by: Larissa Baker,
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PEEC Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Special Events Throughout April

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Courtesy/Pajarito Environmental Education Center

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is thrilled to announce a month-long celebration in honor of its 25th anniversary, culminating in the highly anticipated 25th Annual Earth Day Festival Saturday, April 26, 2025. The festival, a beloved community tradition, will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. MT at Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend!

The Earth Day Festival promises a fun-filled day with entertainment, food, hands-on activities, and informational Read More