Fun Outings

TGIF Concert To Feature Pianist Luke Raffanti At First Presbyterian Church In Santa Fe Jan. 5, 2026

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Pianist Luke Raffanti

COMMUNITY News:

The community is invited to enjoy the upcoming TGIF Concert featuring pianist Luke Raffanti at the First Presbyterian Church in Santa Fe.

First Presbyterian offers weekly recitals 5:30-6 p.m. on Fridays. These concerts are free and open to all.

A freewill offering for the recital fund will be received.

Details:

  • Date: Jan 5, 2026
  • Time: 5:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:15 p.m.)
  • What: Luke Raffanti, piano
  • Music: Leontovich, Ravel, Schubert, Rachmaninoff, Faure, Brahms and Scarlatti
  • Where: First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave. in Santa Fe
  • Admission: Freewill
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Tour ‘Palace Through Time’ Exhibit At NM History Museum

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NMHM News:

The community is invited to join a fast-paced, story-rich tour of the exhibit “Palace Through Time” at the New Mexico History Museum (NMHM) and see how the Palace of the Governors has been rebuilt, repurposed, and reimagined since 1610.

What: Museum educator Neil Dodge will lead a tour of the History Museum’s “Palace Through Time” exhibition during Palace Avenue First Friday Art Walk. Drop in between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, to learn more about the Palace as a structure, site, setting, and symbol.

The tour shows how public places carry layered meanings and why careful interpretation Read More

Los Alamos Shines Bright On Christmas Eve At Ashley Pond

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Families, friends, and community members gathered at Ashley Pond to share in the beauty and joy of Christmas. Courtesy/Freedom Church

FREEDOM CHURCH News:

Christmas Eve at Ashley Pond became a night to remember as Los Alamos residents gathered for Freedom Church’s annual Candlelight Service. The scene came alive with families coming together for a night that blended tradition, hope, and fun for all ages.

The peaceful atmosphere and warmer than usual temperatures set the stage for an evening that many say captured the heart of Christmas in Los Alamos.

Before the first song began, children Read More

Scenes Of Celebration At Santa Fe Opera’s 2025 Winter Gala

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Attending the Santa Fe Opera’s 2025 Winter Gala on Dec. 20, from left, Manny Cordova (Governor’s husband), U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, guest, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, guest, Gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland, and Santa Fe Opera Board Member and 2025 Gala Chair Henry R. Muñoz III. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Also attending the 2025 Winter Gala, from left, Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area Executive Director Eric Vasquez, his wife New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard, Rick Martinez, his wife Santa Fe Opera Board Member and Enterprise Read More

Families Gather For Farolito Making On Barranca Mesa

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Families gathered early Christmas Eve to make farolitos on Barranca Mesa. Made from sand-filled paper bags with a candle inside, farolitos create a warm glow for holiday celebrations and processions. These simple, handmade lanterns traditionally line pathways, windows, and churches, symbolizing the shepherds’ fires guiding the way for the Christ child. Photo by Evan Reitzell

Scene from families gathered early Christmas Eve to make farolitos on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Evan Reitzell

Gathering sand early Christmas Eve to make farolitos on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Evan Reitzell

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Skier Shuttle Returns To Purgatory With 5 Pick-Up Locations

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SKI News:

Purgatory Resort resumed its skier shuttle service Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, offering a convenient way to reach the mountain during the 2025–26 season. The shuttle runs Friday–Sunday (with additional service during peak periods) and operates as a daily round trip.

“We’re proud to offer shuttle services to both our guests and employees as part of our commitment to being good stewards of the resources that make this place special,” said Matt Ericksen, marketing director at Purgatory Resort. “During the season we see many cars arriving with one or two people, so we’re asking guests to Read More

PEEC Launches ‘Nature At Night’ Weekly Evening Series

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PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is excited to announce Nature at Night, a new weekly evening program inviting community members of all ages to explore the natural world after dark.

Beginning Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, the nature center will stay open late from 4 to 6 p.m. MT with themed activities, crafts, games, and outdoor exploration. Admission is free, and all are welcome.

Held at the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, this new series offers families, individuals, and curious learners a chance to experience nature in a fresh way during the quieter winter Read More

Daily Postcard: Elk Herd Crosses Valle Grande

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Daily Postcard: A herd of elk crosses the Valle Grande on Sunday at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Registration is now open for a Wildlife Photography program on Sunday, Jan. 4 at VCNP. Learn the basics of wildlife photography and compositional recommendations. Participants need to bring their own camera for this program (Mirrorless, DSLR, SLR, or mobile). Hiking distance varies from 1 to 5 miles. Learn more and register at https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm…. Photo by Corey Lycopolus/NPS

 

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LAPD Cmdr. Brent Hudspeth Gives Advice To LAHS Students

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Cmdr. Brent Hudspeth with LAHS Teacher Lori Thompson’s Sports Literature students. Courtesy/LAPS

By Rylee Gramer and Peyton Labonty
Los Alamos High School
Sports Literature Students

A few weeks ago, we interviewed Los Alamos Police Department Cmdr. Brent Hudspeth at the Los Alamos County Courthouse. Hudspeth is a tall man with brown eyes. We learned that he has a wife and a baby boy named Sebastian.

During the interview, we also found out more about his life and how he came to be a police commander in Los Alamos.

He grew up in Farmington but later moved to Los Alamos. According to him, his childhood Read More

Daily Postcard: Solstice Walk Today At Bandelier

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Daily Postcard: A ranger-led solstice walk begins at 7 a.m. today at the Visitor Center at Bandelier National Monument. A park ranger will lead attendees on a half-mile guided walk to watch the sunrise in alignment with the entrance of Tyuonyi Pueblo. Be sure to dress in plenty of layers as early mornings in Frijoles Canyon can be quite chilly. The solstice walk is free, but standard park entrance fees still apply. Courtesy/BNM Read More