‘Joyeux Noel’ Might Be Perfect Christmas Movie
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Movie Review by KELLY DOLEJSI
I watched Christian Carion’s “Joyeux Noel” (2005, rated PG-13) on the day after Thanksgiving. It was bliss.
After reading about all the Black Friday shootings, stabbings, and stampedes that injured and even killed Christmas shoppers across the United States, it was a poignant relief to see the holiday suppressing violence, and even, temporarily, stopping a war.
“Joyeux Noel” (or “Merry Christmas” in French) tells the true story of a brief cease-fire among French, Scottish and German troops on Christmas Eve 1914, in the thick of The Great War. The Read More
Give Children the Gift of Los Alamos History
‘The Strange Disappearance of Uncle Dudley’ by Inez Ross. Courtesy photo
Staff Report
The year was 1943, and the major nations of the world were embroiled in global warfare. Many of the top scientists of the world were being spirited off to a secret place to work on a project that would help end the war and change the world forever.
“The Strange Disappearance of Uncle Dudley” is the story of the wartime absence of loved ones, told from a family perspective in a read-it-to-me book for children. It features archival and modern photos of Los Alamos.
In the early nineties, the Los Alamos Writers Read More
Holiday Gala Designed for Small Groups and Businesses at Buffalo Thunder Dec. 13
HSFB News:
- Gourmet Meal, Cocktails, Live Music and Gift Giveaways
Los Alamos Filmmaker Writes and Directs Adult Fairytale
On the set of ‘Glasses.’ Courtesy photo
Marina Giorgii playing the Gypsy in ‘Glasses.’ Courtesy photoLos Alamos filmmaker Marina Giorgii began making films eight years ago. Giorgi produced a short film a couple of years ago, but was dissatisfied with the way it was directed. She decided the next time she would direct her film herself.
“Making that first film was like going to film school,” Giorgii said.
Giorgii is directing her second short film “Glasses.” Giorgii wrote the screenplay for the film. A writer since Read More
Schwarzkopf and Schepps Perform Dec. 4 Brown Bag
Alexander Schwarzkop. Courtesy/LAAC
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council presents Alexander Schwarzkopf with David Schepps in concert for the noontime Dec. 4 Brown Bag performance at Fuller Lodge. All Brown Bag concerts are free and open to the public.
Currently, Dr. Schwarzkopf is on the piano faculty at the University of New Mexico, where he recently performed a recital of music by Beethoven and Shostakovich for cello and piano with David Schepps and a solo recital and lecture on Steinbach’s “Figures: 17 Choreographic Etudes for Piano,” the latter at the invitation of the composer. Selections Read More
This Week at the Reel Deal
Column By JIM O’DONNELLSorry for the wait and I know many of you have been asking, and we finally got a print of All is Lost starring Robert Redford. It will open Friday for a one week run only. This very fine film is getting the Oscar buzz in a big way. I hope we can have great attendance so we can continue to bring some thoughtful, smart films to our town.
Today, we are opening the much anticipated Disney film, Frozen. The reviews are 9 out of 10 and the 3D reportedly is excellent.
We will of course hold Hunger Games: Catching Fire, which is doing crazy business, and Delivery Man, which Read More
Celebrate Green Friday in Los Alamos!
ART CENTER News:
Feel like shopping a bit on Black Friday, but don’t want to brave the crowds, long drives, and craziness?
Why not shop locally instead and celebrate Green Friday? Of course we encourage you to start with the 2013 Affordable Arts here at Fuller Lodge Art Center, and then move on to explore some of the “hidden” options for local holiday shopping in Los Alamos: the Co+op, PEEC, the Historical Museum gift shop and more.
The Art Center’s Affordable Arts show is a local holiday tradition. The Gallery Gift Shop spreads into the Exhibition Hall to create Read More
Scenes From Girl Scout Holiday Bazaar
The Girl Scout Holiday Bazaar held Saturday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church featured arts and crafts created by local scouts to raise money to support their program. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
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Classical Music World: The Special Joys of Live Performance
Want to see a great live performance? Cellist Joshua Roman will be in concert in Los Alamos Jan. 24. Photo by Tina Su
Classical Music World: The Special Joys of Live PerformanceI don’t listen to recorded music very often. That probably comes as a surprise to people who know that I’m the artistic director of the Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA).
I certainly listen to CDs as part of my work with LACA. I do listen to the radio and sometimes to a CD in the car, but I hardly ever put on a CD at home just for, I guess, fun.
This is, in part, because I can’t multi-task where music Read More
Scenes from LAHS Olians Student-Directed One-Acts
Mateo Cardiel and Rose Vigil in ‘This Property is Condemned.’ Photo courtesy of http://www.mariawritingwithlight.com/
Charlotte Berg and Megan Pimentel in ‘Chemistry.’ Photo courtesy of http://www.mariawritingwithlight.com/Winterfest 2013 Celebrates the Season
Light Parade 2012. Photo by Salvador Zapien/ladailypost.comThe Affordable Art Sale at the Fuller Lodge Art Center takes place Nov. 22–Jan. 4. This is a great opportunity to start holiday shopping, with art created by local and regional artists and affordably priced at $250 and under. Call 505.662.1735 Read More
Linda Lomahaftewa Exhibit Opens at Than Povi
Ancestral Bird # 6, monotype, Chine Colle, mixed media by Linda Lomahaftewa. Courtesy photoARTS News:
Than Povi Fine Art Gallery will inaugurate today a new series of one-person exhibitions of historical and contemporary importance. The inaugural exhibition features monotypes by artist and teacher, Linda Lomahaftewa.The exhibition will be on view through Jan. 10.
A reception for the artist is 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. This event is fre and is open to the public. The prints on view are selected from four distinct portfolios inspired by the artist’s travels, social and political Read More
Holiday Events in Taos
Staff Report
TAOS—Many people are opting to reduce stress associated with the holidays and spend them at a new destination such as Taos, New Mexico especially with the Town’s unique “Yuletide in Taos” events taking place Nov. 29–Dec. 31.
Taos was named one of Yahoo’s! top five “Best Destinations for Your Christmas Vacation” in the U.S. (November 2013) and one of Travel and Leisure’s top picks for “Best Places to Spend Christmas” (October 2013).
Beginning Nov. 23, shoppers can start their holiday shopping while saving on sales tax with tax free shopping at participating downtown stores. Tax Read More
UNM-LA Ceramic Artists Go to the Dogs
Lara Sandling Bennett displays the 2014 Los Alamos Friends of the Shelter calendar along with her ‘pots for pets.’ Courtesy photo
UNM-LA psychology professor Carol Furchner displays her ‘petroglyphs for pets’ to be sold to benefit progams of the Los Alamos Friends of the Shelter. Courtesy photo By TORI LEE
UNM-Los Alamos ceramic artists have gone to the dogs ─ at least their pottery and ceramic artwork goes to the Los Alamos Friends of the Shelter for the benefit of dogs and cats in need of homes.
UNM-LA ceramics instructor Barb Yarnell and her students Read More
Atomic City’s Got Talent Showcases Locals
UWNNM News:
It is no surprise that our community is full of talented people. Are they entertaining? You betcha! The United Way of Northern New Mexico Youth Team invites you to see for yourself.
At 7 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 23, Crossroads Bible Church hosts Atomic City’s Got Talent, a night of music, skits, and performances sure to bring laughter and smiles to your face. Acts include vocalists,a jump rope team, and a dance group and audience members are in for a special treat. This year’s event features a pianist who made it to the third round of America’s Got Talent. The former
Experience Magic of Disney ‘Aladdin Jr.’
Actors from the upcoming production of Disney ‘Aladdin Jr.’ Courtesy photo
ACCT News:
Atomic City Children’s Theater proudly presents its production of Disney “Aladdin Jr.”; a musical adventure at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday at Duane Smith Auditorium.
Filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides, Disney “Aladdin Jr.” is based upon the 1992 Disney film “Aladdin” and features many of the songs from the movie, as well as some new songs written especially for this show. All of your favorite characters from the hit Disney film are here – Aladdin, Jasmine, Read More
Arts Council’s Holiday Fair a 46-Year Tradition
Raku turtle by Renee Wiley. Courtesy photo
Messenger bag by Erika Eckerstrand. Courtesy photo
What makes Eckerstrand’s bags unique is that they are made from an industrial woven vinyl, similar to what is used for outdoor furniture.
“It’s different,” she said. “It’s not your traditional kind Read More
This Week at the Reel Deal
Column By JIM O’DONNELLAt 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 the Reel Deal Theater will open “Hunger Games: Catching Fire.” Tickets are now on sale at the Box Office. There will be limited seating so get your tickets early.
I saw “Enough Said” last night, starring Julia Louis Dreyfuss, and the late James Gandolfini in his last film. It’s a thoughtful, funny, and endearing film. The dialogue is quick and smart, the acting is stellar, and by the end you’ll understand the title. You better hurry though, as it ends Nov. 21. The reviews for this film are 9 out of 10. To sweeten the deal, just Read More
Bid on Backstage Access at LACA’s March Concert
Classical guitarist Jason Vieaux will perform with Grammy nominated harpist Yolanda Kondonassis in Los Alamos March 16. Courtesy/LACALACA News:
Have you ever dreamed of schmoozing with a star backstage before a performance?
Classical guitar and harp fans can make that dream come true by bidding on a special experience offered by the Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA) in public radio station KUNM’s fundraising auction, which ends Thursday.
KUNM will be auctioning two tickets to hear classical guitarist Jason Vieaux perform with Grammy nominated harpist Yolanda Kondonassis at the Read More
