Entertainment

Some of the members of the Los Alamos Scottish Country Dancers. Courtesy photo

Some of the members of the Los Alamos Scottish Country Dancers. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

“Come to the Ceilidh!” (pronounced KAY-lee) from 3-5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22 at Fuller Lodge, Los Alamos.

You may ask, “Well, what is a Ceilidh?” followed closely by “Why should I come to the Ceilidh”?

Ceilidhs are a lot of fun! A Ceilidh is a traditional Scottish/Irish/Celtic social event or party that typically features family-friendly live music performances, dancing, storytelling, jokes, “sing-alongs” – you name Read More

Bridge News:

Here is a very interesting hand from our Education Foundation Game Feb. 3.

This is board #12. West is the dealer, and N/S are vulnerable.

 

 

 

Distributional hands can create a lot of action, as is the case here. West should open the bidding with 1♣. North has a sound overcall of 1♥. Assuming East now bids 2♦, there is an excellent chance that East/West will ultimately play in 5 or 6 diamonds. Both 6♣ and 6♦ are laydown slams, as the cards lie. Unless South comes up with a spade lead (unlikely), declarer will make 7!

When this hand was played locally, one pair played in 3♣ making Read More

WEP News:

SKYLIGHT runs 3 weekends, from March 28 – April 13, at 7.30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m., Sundays at North Fourth Theatre, 4904 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM.

SKYLIGHT was written by English playwright David Hare and premiered in May 1995 at the National Theatre and was transferred to a theatre in London’s West End in 1996. Later that year it transferred to Broadway. The play, its director and actors garnered UK’s Olivier Awards, were nominated for Broadway’s Tony Awards, and won a New York Drama Critics’ Circle award. The play also won the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Read More

LAFCF News:

The second annual Los Alamos Film and Culture Festival is just around the corner and there’s still time to be a part of the movie magic.

The Feb 21-23 festivities debuted in 2024. Last year, the local non-profit partnered with the fantastic folks of the Santa Fe Film Festival to guide them through the process.

“This year we are standing on our own,” Sandy Jones, President of the LAFCF said. “It is truly our festival. This year the films were submitted to us and judged by us.” 

The attendees of the first year really enjoyed the festival, but they were exhausted after 7 days of fun. So, 2025 will Read More

SALA News:

SALA Event Center is thrilled to announce an action-packed week filled with community events, film screenings, and the launch of an exciting new program. From philanthropic gatherings to indie game launches, classic films, and fundraisers, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on these engaging activities happening this week:

Thursday, Feb. 6

• 100+ Women Who Care Los Alamos – 5:30 p.m.

Join this impactful philanthropic gathering where local women unite to support meaningful non-profit initiatives. A chance to connect, give back, and make a difference in the community. Read More