Fun Outings

Compania Chuscales & Mina Fajardo Present Flamenco Fiesta 2024: Guitar And Tree May 23-26

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Compania Chuscales & Mina Fajardo. Courtesy/TA

TEATRO PARAGUAS News:

Compania Chuscales & Mina Fajardo bring their unique flamenco experience once again to Teatro Paraguas with Flamenco Fiesta 2024, and a special concert entitled Guitar and Tree.

Guitarist Chuscales, who grew up in the gypsy caves of Sacromonte in Spain imbibing the duende of flamenco, explains the inspiration for the concert: “Recently, we have had so many wildfires worldwide. We want to emphasize through my guitar and Mina’s choreography how important trees are for all of us …”

According to Mina, flamenco Read More

County Aquatic Center Shares Fitness Schedule For March

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COUNTY News:

During the month of March the Aquatic Center at 2760 Canyon Road will not offer long course set up. Long course set up will return 6-10:30 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays in April.

The aerobics classes resume normal schedule in March as follows:

Monday & Wednesday:

  • 9-10 a.m.: Deep Water Fun & Fitness
  • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Therapy Fun & Fitness
  • 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Shallow Water Aerobics

Monday:

  • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: SUP Yoga

Tuesday:

  • 9-9:45 a.m.: WaterWorks!

Thursday:

  • 9-9:45 a.m.: Zumba

Friday:

  • 9-10 a.m.: Deep Water Fun & Fitness
  • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Therapy Fun & Fitness
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Plan Unforgettable Spring Break Around Skiesta At Pajarito

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COUNTY News:

Skiesta—Pajarito Mountain’s iconic annual Spring Break celebration—returns Saturday, March 16 to Los Alamos.

The highly anticipated event will once again feature exhilarating ski races, live music from local bands, local craft beer, and a vibrant, quirky atmosphere unique to Northern New Mexico.

“Whether you’re planning a family Spring Break vacation, or you’re looking for a fun weekend getaway, Skiesta is a must-attend event,” County Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider said. ­“With lively costumes, outdoor recreation, local craft beer, and music from Read More

New Mexico Actors Lab On 10th Anniversary Season

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NMAL News:

SANTA FE — Artistic Directors Nicholas Ballas and Robert Benedetti are excited to announce New Mexico Actors Lab’s (NMAL) 10th Anniversary 2024 Season featuring six compelling and thought-provoking plays by award-winning playwrights:

  • Eleanor Burgess’ The Niceties (May 8 to June 16) in rep with David Mamet’s Oleanna (May 15 to June 16);
  • the world premiere staged reading of Carolyn Gage’s Georgia and the Butch (Aug. 9 to 18);
  • Lanford Wilson’s Burn This (Sept. 4 to 22);
  • Will Arbery’s Heroes of the Fourth Turning (Oct. 9 to 27); and
  • Eden Prairie, 1971 by Mat Smart (Nov. 13 to Dec. 1).

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‘Live in Los Alamos’ Presents Darden Smith Concert March 9

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Darden Smith will perform March 9 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Jeff Wilson

COMMUNITY News:

Over the course of his remarkable three-and-a-half decade career, Darden Smith has released 15 critically lauded studio albums, landed singles on both the country and pop charts (including the Top 10 hit “Loving Arms”), penned a symphony, scored works for theater and dance, published a widely celebrated book on creativity, exhibited works of visual art, and co-founded the non-profit SongwritingWith:Soldiers program, which pairs veterans with musicians to tap into the transformational possibilities Read More

Village Arts Latest Show ‘Where The Wild Things Are’ Features 40+ Artists From Across Northern New Mexico

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‘Thicket’ by Gloria Sharp

Village Arts News:

Village Arts hosts “Where the Wild Things Are” through the end of March to mark the 60 year anniversary of Maurice Sendak’s classic children’s book winning the Caldecott Medal. Everyone is invited to step through the doors to where the walls have turned into forests and strange and wild things peer out from between the leaves.

“When we first sketched ideas for shows in 2024, ‘Where the Wild Things Are’ was definitely the favorite with the community,” owner Ken Nebel said. With over 40 pieces from artists all over Northern New Mexico it’s easy to see that Read More

SALA Event Center: Weekend Movie Lineup

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SALA News:

This weekend, SALA Event Center announces a captivating lineup of films sure to delight movie enthusiasts of all ages. From iconic documentaries to blockbuster premieres, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Thursday marks the final opportunity to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of “Bob Marley: One Love.” Audiences can catch this compelling film at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., offering a unique glimpse into the life and legacy of the legendary musician.

As we transition into the weekend, the anticipation builds for the premiere of “Dune Part 2” at SALA. Moviegoers can experience Read More

‘Valles Caldera Winter Fest’ March 9, 2024

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A snowy Valle Grande. Photo by Corey Lycopolus/NPS

VCNP News:

Whether one prefers to be warm and cozy by the fire or outside playing in the snow, there will be plenty of winter wonderment and fun to discover at Valles Caldera Winter Fest.

This event, which is geared toward children and families, takes place Saturday, March 9, at the Ranger Station at the VallesCaldera National Preserve.

Schedule of Events in and around Ranger Station: 

  • 10 a.m. – Snowflakes (ages 4+)
  • 11 a.m. – Winter Soundscapes Ski Tour (ages 16+)
  • 11 a.m. – Reading with a Ranger (all ages)
  • 11 a.m. – Snowman
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Scenes From Los Alamos Rotary’s 16th Annual Crab Fest!

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Gathered at the Los Alamos Daily Post table Saturday evening for the Rotary Club’s 16th annual Crab Fest fundraiser at the Columbian Club on DP Road, from left, Rick Martinez, Enterprise Bank & Trust Los Alamos President Liddie Martinez, Deputy County Manager Anne Laurent, Los Alamos Community Foundation Executive Director Steve Laurent, NMDOT Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna, Post reporter Kirsten Laskey, County Assessor George Chandler, State Rep. Christine Chandler and Monique Serna. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Gathered at the Los Alamos Police Department table, Read More