Fun Outings

Line Dance Class With Artist Angela Ellsworth April 14, 16

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NMMA News:

Immerse yourself in the world of New Mexico Museum of Art (NMMA) Vladem Contemporary’s second Artist in Residence Angela Ellsworth.

Experience a unique glimpse into Angela Ellsworth’s studio practice through dance. Dance instructor Jocelynn Hooper will lead a line-dancing class for all ages. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating opportunity noon to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 14 and Tuesday April 16 at the New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary, 404 Montezuma Ave., in Santa Fe.

This is a free event. Gallery admission is not included. The artist-in-residence program is generously Read More

Friends Of Folk Art Seeking Gently Used Donations

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FOFA News:

The Museum of International Folk Art’s Friends of Folk Art (FOFA) group is seeking folk art donations of gently used textiles, clothing, ceramics, masks, wood carvings, paintings, sculpture, jewelry and folk art décor items to be sold at the 2024 Folk Art Flea.

Anyone with folk, tribal, fine art, decorative art, clothing with an ethnic or folk art look, or art books ready to recycle to other art lovers is invited join FOFA for their spring donation days. All folk art donations are tax deductible.

Anyone can donate … let friends know who are spring cleaning, downsizing or holding an estate Read More

NMDCA: Wonders On Wheels RV In Taos Noon-4PM Today

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NMDCA News:

The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) Wonders on Wheels (WoW) RV will be in Taos noon to 4 p.m. today, April 13 with an “invent” event for families at Enos Garcia Elementary Gymnasium, 305 Don Fernando St.

The WoW Mobile Museum is a 38-foot RV featuring 300 square feet of arts, culture, history, science exhibits and curriculum-based programming.

The WoW mobile museum brings exhibits from one of the Department of Cultural Affairs’ eight state-run museums to public schools (pre-K to 12th grade) and libraries across New Mexico.

This free community event brings more Read More

Daily Postcard: Pajarito Mountain Ski Area End Of Season

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Daily Postcard: View of Pajarito Mountain Ski Area where the community is invited to an ‘End Of Ski Season Party’ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, April 13. Wear throwback 80s Ski Gear as Pajarito is celebrating a fantastic, long ski season with live music and Bathtub Row will be pouring. There will be a barbecue on the deck and prizes for the best outfits. Click here. Courtesy/Pajarito Mountain Read More

Taos Lifestyle To Present Musician Paula Cole April 27

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ARTS News:

TAOS — Taos Lifestyle is bringing renowned musician Paula Cole to the Taos Center for the Arts, at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 133 Paseo del Pueblo Norte in Taos.

In 1996, Paula Cole released her self-produced, second album This Fire. It was incendiary, a double-platinum smash. The first single, “Where Have All The Cowboys Gone?” catapulted to the Top 10. Her songwriting was loved by traditionalists, feminists, the LGBTQIA community, the whole world.

Cole was nominated for seven Grammy awards and was the first woman to be nominated as Producer of the Year with no collaborators. Her second Read More

Jemez Historic Site: Earth Day Hike, Gisewa History

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News:

Celebrate Earth Day Saturday, April 20 with a guided hike up Oak Canyon (a.k.a. Church Canyon).

This is a moderate hike over rough terrain (approximately 1.5 miles)—hikers should bring water, sturdy shoes, sunscreen and a sack lunch. Rangers will do their best to identify the species of flora and fauna encountered. Participation is free.

Sunday, April 21, explore the ways of Pueblo life during Funday at Gisewa through cooking, art demonstrations, dances, and more. Visitors are invited to re-plaster the site’s horno, so bring old clothes for this muddy activity. Funday at Gisewa is included Read More

Concert At United Church Of Los Alamos Sunday

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Elaine Heltman (Principal Oboe)

COMMUNITY News:

Three local residents invite the community to a free concert, April 14, with the Santa Fe Symphony Musician’s Chamber Concert. The event is compliments of Bill and Kathy Landschulz and Chuck Tallman, and will take place at 4 p.m. at the United Church of Los Alamos.

This is the first of three planned chamber concerts featuring Santa Fe Symphony musicians, April 14, April 28 and May 5, all at 4 p.m. in the United Church sanctuary. April 28 will feature Rebecca Ray, oboe and Stefanie Przybylska, principal bassoon. The May 5 concert will feature Anne Read More

Earth Day Festival At Los Alamos Nature Center April 20

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Scene from a previous Earth Day Festival at the Los Alamos Nature Center, which this year is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 20 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC

Scene from a previous Earth Day Festival at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center’s (PEEC) signature event, the annual Earth Day Festival, is  10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road. “The festivities include delicious food, tons of information about local businesses and organizations, fun activities and exciting entertainment.” Read More

Folk Art Flea At Santa Fe County Rodeo Fairgrounds May 4

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Flea jewelry pinwheel necklace. Courtesy/FOFA

Flea native dancer painting. Courtesy/FOFA

FOFA News:

The much-anticipated annual Folk Art Flea returns to the Santa Fe County Rodeo Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 4. Shop a vast selection of folk art pieces from around the world. An enticing array of textiles, jewelry, clothing and fabulous folk art for one’s home will be available at flea market prices.

Public admission is free 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and members of Friends of Folk Art (FOFA) enjoy early access to the Flea 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., so come shop early to get the best selection!

Both an active Museum Read More