Fun Outings

SALA Announces Oppenheimer Festival Explorer Card

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SALA News:

SALA Los Alamos Event Center is introducing the Festival Explorer Card, a fun and engaging way to enhance one’s experience at the Oppenheimer Festival 2024.

Following is everything needed to know about how the card works, point system, rewards that can be earned and the list of participating businesses:

Point System and Rewards:

  • 100 Points: Festival gifts and candy (while supplies last)
  • 150 Points: Oppenheimer movie poster, medium popcorn (while supplies last)
  • 200 Points: Oppenheimer Festival reusable cup, 3 movie passes (while supplies last)
  • 250 Points: Oppenheimer Festival
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Operation Rewind Headlines Summer Concert Tonight!

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Summer Concert headliner Operation Rewind takes the stage at 7 tonight at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions

Sancre Productions News:

Operation Rewind headlines the Los Alamos Summer Concert this evening at Ashley Pond Park. Sponsored by PPC Solar, entertainment begins at 6 p.m. and at 7 p.m. Operation Rewind takes the stage.

“Operation Rewind is a sensational five-piece tribute band hailing from the enchanting High Plains of New Mexico. With a passion for music that transcends time, they embark on a sonic journey through the past five decades, paying homage to the iconic sounds Read More

Village Arts Hosts A Feast!

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Live the artist experience over a table of Ramen with Van Gogh and Gauguin by artist Michael Andryc at the new exhibition ‘Food Glorious Food!’ on display through Sept. 21 at Village Arts at 216 DP Road. Courtesy/VA

‘Nutty Nuthatches’  by artist Bonnie Dickman at the new exhibition ‘Food Glorious Food!’ on display through Sept. 21 at Village Arts at 216 DP Road. Courtesy/VA

Village Arts News:

Village Arts welcomes the public to a feast for the senses with its new exhibition “Food Glorious Food!” on display through Sept. 21. More than 20 artists came to the table with food inspired creations that Read More

Best In Indigenous Film Presented In Smithsonian’s Native Cinema Showcase At New Mexico History Museum

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NMHM News:

A showcase of Indigenous film screenings and lectures will be featured at New Mexico History Museum (NMHM) as part of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian’s Native Cinema Showcase.

The showcase takes place Thursday to Sunday, Aug. 15-18, and is offered concurrently with the SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market.

This year marks the National Museum of the American Indian’s 24th annual celebration of the best in Indigenous film. The showcase provides an unparalleled forum for engagement with Native filmmakers from Indigenous communities throughout the Western Hemisphere Read More

Pajarito Pickleball Club Announces Two Upcoming Skills Clinics For Players Of All Levels

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Pajarito Pickleball Club News:

The Pajarito Pickleball Club announces two upcoming skills clinics for players of all levels. The clinics will be facilitated by three club members who are certified instructors.

Aug. 17, Scott Parkinson will teach a class for beginners and Eddy Stein will lead an advanced clinic. Aug. 24, Scott Parkinson will lead the beginner’s group and Sam Menefee will facilitate a clinic for intermediate players. No experience is necessary to join the beginner’s sessions. Loaner paddles will be available and beginners will learn the rules of the game and be introduced Read More

PEEC Launches ‘Happy Ramblers’ Walking Group

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PEEC has launched its newest walking group, ‘Happy Ramblers’ each Thursday. Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) has announced the launch of its newest walking group, “Happy Ramblers”. This weekly program invites nature enthusiasts to join a relaxed, observational walk, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Thursday at the Los Alamos Nature Center.

Participants will carpool to a nearby trailhead and embark on a relaxing walk focused on immersing themselves in the natural surroundings. With an emphasis on experience over exercise, the group will cover no more Read More

New Mexico State Fair Adds Floor Seating To Increase Capacity For High Demand Becky G Concert Sept. 7

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NMSF News:

Due to unprecedented demand, New Mexico state fair officials have announced that they are releasing 800 additional tickets for the Becky G concert.

By opening floor space for the Sept. 7 concert, hundreds more fairgoers can experience an incredible performance by the multi-platinum singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur and activist.

“Considering Becky G’s show has essentially sold out, we didn’t want anyone to miss out on what promises to be an electrifying concert,” General Manager Dan Mourning said. “Because of that, we have made the decision to open floor seats for an Read More

Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum In Santa Fe Extends Free Admission & Membership To All Visitors

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NMHAM News:

          • In a countdown to its 100th Anniversary, NMHAM embraces a New Museum Model

SANTA FE — The Spanish Colonial Arts Society’s (SCAS) recently renamed Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum (NMHAM) has announce, as of July 31, 2024, the Museum is free to all visitors. Additionally, membership is also free.

“Our board and staff believe strongly in the value of what we have to offer both to our immediate community and to visitors from around the world. We could not have taken this step without the past and ongoing support of our members and donors who share the same belief,” Executive Director Read More

County Fair & Rodeo Pie Baking Winners Announced

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Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Committee member Dianne Wilburn slices up a pie entered in the baking contest. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

COMMUNITY News:

The winners for the 2024 Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo pie baking contest held Saturday at Ashley Pond Park have been announced.

The winners are:

Grand Champion

  • Class 5 Peach Jamie Lattimore

Reserve

  • Class 1 Apple Joan Stockum

Third Place

  • Class 6 Pecan Joan Stockum

Fourth Place

  • Class 7 Berry Luthien Wedel

Class 1 Apple

  • 1st Place Joan Stockum
  • 2nd Place Amanda Leibee
  • 3rd Place Cecilia Eiroa
  • 4th Place Brandon Lattimore

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Bottomless Lakes State Park ‘Best Of Chaves County’

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Southeast Region Manager Kari Richards, left, Plant Operations Specialist Randall Overmier, Park Law Enforcement Superintendent Jonathan McGary and Park Technician Delbert Yandell. Courtesy/NM State Parks

Approximately 360 people attended the Best of Chaves County awards at the Roswell Convention Center. Courtesy/NM State Parks

New Mexico State Parks Division News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico State Parks Division has announced that Bottomless Lakes State Park was recognized by citizens and the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation (RCCEDC) as Chaves County’s Read More