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‘Magic Paintbrush: Painting Peace And Healing’ Show Ends Wednesday At Step Up Gallery In Mesa Public Library

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Unveiling the Magic by Feather Redfox. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery

Step Up Gallery News:

There are only a few days left to see “Magic Paintbrush: Painting Peace and Healing” in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library.

The last day to see this work is Wednesday.

Artist Feather Redfox has created more than 60 large, colorful acrylic paintings for this exhibit. The paintings are heartfelt and thought-provoking. With each painting she explores a topic, a question or a phrase that intrigues her. As she paints, Redfox looks for direction from her spirit guides.

She gave a gallery talk at the opening reception Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: Feb. 8, 2026 

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By GEORGE MORSE 
Sports and Outdoors 
Los Alamos Daily Post 

The frigid temperatures a week ago that got the ice-fishing season started gave way to warmer temperatures last week. Eagle Nest Lake State Park hosted its annual Ice-Fishing Derby Jan. 31, but the warmer temperatures have led to the lake being closed again to ice fishing. 

Cash prizes were awarded after the Derby for the biggest rainbow trout, biggest northern pike and biggest yellow perch. The results of the Fishing Derby are available. Check out the Friends of Eagle Nest Lake and Cimarron Canyon State Parks website this week (link Read More

Posts From The Road: Water Wonders Large And Small

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Colorado River: The setting sun illuminates the cliff formations of the Grand Mesa in Palisade, Colo., as the Colorado River twists and turns as it flows through the area. The last light of day creates a beautiful red color on the cliffs and reflects beautifully in the river. Palisade is known for its rich agriculture and fruit orchards, and more recently, vineyards. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

City Park: This pond sits in a city park in Childress, Texas. The park offers many activities for all ages and even has accommodations for five RVs with hookups. We love finding these parks as they Read More

NMHED To Unveil New Mexico State University Art Gallery Exhibition Monday Feb. 9

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NMHED News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) invites the public and partners to a special opening reception unveiling the New Mexico State University Art Gallery exhibition hosted at the department’s state offices.

The exhibition will showcase a diverse collection of artwork created by NMSU students and alumni.

Details:

  • Who: Higher Education Secretary Stephanie Rodriguez, Deputy Secretary Patricia Trujillo, Ph.D., NMHED staff, representatives from NMSU;
  • When: 2-5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 9; and
  • Where: New Mexico Higher Education Department, 2044 Galisteo
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Turnpike Troubadours To Perform At 2026 State Fair

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NMSF News:

The New Mexico State Fair (NMSF) has announced that Turnpike Troubadours will kick off the 2026 New Mexico State Fair’s rodeo-concert series Friday, Sept. 11. Turnpike Troubadours’ performance will follow PRCA Xtreme Bulls.

Known for chart-topping hits like “Good Lord Lorrie”, “7&7” and “Diamonds and Gasoline”, Turnpike Troubadours have built a devoted following and earned widespread critical acclaim throughout their career.

Coming off the surprise release of their 2025 album The Price of Admission, Turnpike Troubadours have continued to cement their legacy as one Read More

LAAC Announces Community Events For February 2026

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Courtesy/LAAC

LAAC News:

The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) has a packed schedule for February. Below is a snapshot of what the arts organization has coming up; visit www.LosAlamosArtsCouncil.org/Events-2-1 for updates.

  • After school art studios have returned: After School Art Studios are a fun, low-pressure way to get kids’ creative energy flowing. Supported by a grant from the Los Alamos Community Foundation and Anchorum Community Health, these studios let kids and teens explore their own interests with guidance from Studio Coordinator Hannah R. They can bring their own projects, use
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Wondering What To Do This Weekend? Ski At Pajarito!

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Pajarito Mountain Ski Area is open through Sunday with 20 trails ready to explore. Courtesy/Pajarito

PAJARITO News:

Looking for a local adventure? Pajarito Mountain Ski Area is open through Sunday with 20 trails ready to explore.

And here’s something sweet: every lift ticket comes with $10 in Bird Bucks—free daily resort credit to fuel up at the cafe or grab something from the store.

Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project Update

In more good news, the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project hit a major milestone ahead of schedule. As of Jan. 29, Camp May Road and all trails accessible via Read More

100+ Women Who Care Charitable Event Feb. 12 At UNM-LA

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COMMUNITY News:

Volunteer organizers of the 100+ Women Who Care-Los Alamos quarterly philanthropic dinners have announced that their next event is 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Student Center, Building 2 on the UNM-LA Campus at 4000 University Drive.

Enterprise Bank & Trust is sponsoring this first-quarter charitable event.

The event is a call for local women (all are allowed; however, there is also a separate men’s quarterly event) to donate $100 to a local nonprofit organization. At the dinner, three local nonprofits that have applied and been randomly drawn present Read More

County Libraries Kick Off Spring With Seed-sorting Events

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Seed volunteers. Courtesy/Los Alamos County Library

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Public Library System and Los Alamos Community Seed Library are welcoming spring with a volunteer seed-sorting event Saturday, Feb. 7, at the White Rock Branch Library. The event runs 2-4 p.m., and all community members are invited to help clean, sort, and package donated seeds.

This seed-sorting event is the final program in a series of winter seed drive sorting parties. It represents the last community push to stock the seed library cabinets at Mesa Public Library, White Rock Branch Library, and the Pajarito Read More