‘Breaking Dawn-Part 2’ Offers Sweet Parting
Bella played by Kristen Stewart. Courtesy photo
Movie Review by Kirsten Laskey
It’s tough to say goodbye to a story that you love. But unlike Bella and Edward, the heroine and hero of the “Twilight” story, it was not love at first sight for me and the Twilight series.
Reading the synopsis of the first book, I thought “Twilight” was juvenile and silly. When my sister lent me her paperback copy of the first book, I grudgingly opened its cover.
Then I tore through the rest book, and then the next one, the one after that and the one after that.
It can’t stand up to the classics of literature but Twilight is such Read More
Unique Holiday Shopping Available Now at Fuller Lodge Art Center’s Affordable Arts Sale
By Kirsten Laskey
It is not the usual scene at the Fuller Lodge Art Center. When walking into the space, there is no definite show being displayed in the gallery.
What visitors are greeted with is the Affordable Arts Sale, a treat that only comes once a year.
The space has been cleared and filled with every type of art available. There isn’t a corner or niche in the place that isn’t displaying a piece of jewelry, a painted pottery bowl, a watercolor painting or other pieces of art.
“Everything from lamps to wall art,” Marketing Director Nancy Coombs said.
It is not just art being celebrated but the holiday Read More
What Lawmakers Face When They Convene at Roundhouse in January
New Mexico House Chambers. Photo by Jim Wayne
New Mexico PBS’ Public Affairs Series “NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS” airs at 7 p.m. today, Nov. 23 on Ch. 5.1 – There is no Sunday repeat this week.
Topics:
- An In-Depth Look At What Lawmakers Face When They Convene At The Roundhouse In January – Plus, Gov. Susana Martinez’s Election Year Political Strategy & What It Means For The Next Legislative Session
- As New Mexico’s Centennial Year Winds Down, David Holtby, Author of “THE 47th STAR,” Talks About Stories & Characters Behind New Mexico’s Struggles For Statehood
- The Film Based on
What Killed Off The Massive Woolly Mammoth & Reshaped The Earth?
Woolly Mammoth. Courtesy/wikipedia.com
PBS News:
CONNECT: Inspired thinking, provocative questions … each month New Mexico PBS connects audiences to great ideas in science, medicine, arts, and history.
• What Killed Off The Massive Woolly Mammoth & Reshaped The Earth?
• What Are The Basic Forces That Have Shaped Our Universe?
• How Are New Molecules Discovered?
CONNECT airs at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29 on New Mexico PBS Ch. 5.1, and is hosted by Augusta Meyers.• What Are The Basic Forces That Have Shaped Our Universe Since The Beginning Of Time?
“One of the things my group is interested Read More
Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: Nov. 21
This week’s preview sponsored by www.fyila.com
Community Turkey Meal 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American Legion 1325 Trinity Drive. The meal is a free, but donations are accepted.
Turkey Day Town Tour 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 22
Pajarito Complex (starting/ending point) 3400 Arizona Ave. Work up an appetite for the traditional holiday feast with this free, fun, no-commitment, low-stress, pre-feast mountain bike ride for all ages and abilities. The ride will use local trails. Participants can ride as much or as little as they like as there are plenty of bailout points along the Read More
Village Arts Unveils Christmas Window
Diana Norwood of Yours Truly Dianas, 208 DP Road Ste. B, recently designed a Christmas scene in the window of Village Arts, 216 DP Road with the creativity to rival Macy’s Department Store. The community is invited to stop by to view and photograph the Christmas scene. Photo by Katy Korkos/LACC
Photo by Katy Korkos/LACC
Photo by Katy Korkos/LACC
Photo by Katy Korkos/LACC
Photo by Katy Korkos/LACC
Artists Join Karen Wray for Ribbon Cutting
Owner Karen Wray is joined by several artists Friday evening as she cuts the ribbon on her new location for Karen Wray Fine Art, 1475 Central Ave., Suite 125. From left, metal sculptor Richard Swenson, David Horpedahl, Wray, watercolor artist Secundino Sandoval, watercolor artist Ruth Tatter, metal sculptor David A. Trujillo and oil painting artist Sheridan Brown. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Julie Collins and David Trujillo. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Community members filled Karen Wray Fine Art Gallery for its grand opening celebration Friday evening. Photo Read More
Los Alamos Opera Guild Hosts Holiday Event
LAOG News:
Los Alamos Opera Guild will hold its membership meeting and holiday party at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2 at the White Rock home of Roland and Anna Caspersen.
The party theme is holiday traditions and cultural heritage and perspective members are encouraged to attend.
Guild members are asked to share something of their tradition or heritage at the meeting through traditional food, drink, dress or memento.
Guild President Stephanie Sydoriak has written a book about her family’s Ukrainian roots and immigration to the United States.
Performers for the Dec. 2 meeting include baritone Read More
Holiday Arts and Craft Fair Draws Hundreds
Lots of shopping took place at Saturday’s Holiday Arts and Craft Fair at Crossroads Bible Church. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon
Jewelry artist MJ Oref, owner of Earth Godess Enterprises, models her work during Saturday’s Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair. http://www.etsy.com/people/earthgoddess1?ref=ls_profile Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon
Staff Report
Hundreds of people shopped the Los Alamos Arts Council’s Holiday Arts and Craft Fair Saturday at Crossroads Bible Church.
The annual Holiday Fair is held indoors the Saturday before Thanksgiving and features more than Read More
Broadway is Calling…
Students perform the mug dance during “Gaston” at their dessert fundraiser Nov. 16. Courtesy photo
LAPS News:
Broadway professionals will be on hand to meet Los Alamos theater students attending the Junior Theater Festival (http://www.itheatrics.com) in Atlanta, Ga., this January.
JTF is a conference for youth, teachers and professionals in the field of musical theater.
The Los Alamos Middle School and Los Alamos High School students also will receive instruction in musical theater and attend a professional performance as part of the program, sponsored by Atomic City Children’s Read More
‘WinterFest’ Kicks Off Holiday Fun Dec. 7-9
An elaborate Neapolitan presepio. Courtesy/wikipedia.com
COUNTY News:
Winterfest 2012 begins Friday, Dec. 7 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 9.
WinterFest begins with the 19th annual Los Alamos Crèche Show, held annually on the first weekend of December.
“Crèches,” or nativity scenes featuring the Christ child, are prominently displayed by Los Alamos residents for all to see.
Because Los Alamos’ residents come from all over the world, there is always a myriad of beautiful crèches on display.
The show takes place 2-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7 and again 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Church Read More
DALA’s ‘Hansel & Gretel’ Coming Winterfest Weekend!
Isaac Gao, 7, trying on his skunk costume is assisted by DALA Director and Choreographer Christin Severini. Courtesy/DALA
DALA News:
Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) presents an original ballet production, “Hansel & Gretel” Winterfest Weekend in celebration of DALA’s 20th Anniversary.
This playful and spirited version of the beloved fairytale is an enchanting ballet with magical fairies, colorful Lollipops and adorable woodland creatures.
The ballet features world class choreography by former American Ballet Theatre dancer, Christin Severini, who also returns to the stage in a cameo Read More
County Holds Ashley Pond 90 Percent Design Information Meeting
Site Construction Plan. Click Image for high resolution view. Slide from Parks Division Presentation
Staff Report
Wednesday evening at Fuller Lodge, Los Alamos County Parks Division held an informational meeting to show the public the 90 percent final design for Ashley Pond Park renovations and to answer questions about the design.
George Radnovich, ASLA, Senior Principal – Landscape Architecture, led the presentation. Radnovich is the founder and partner of Sites Southwest, LLC., the consultant hired by the County to design the pond renovations.
The design has been fleshed out Read More
Sarah Worley Wins Logo Contest
Sarah Worley with her award winning design. Courtesy photo- Second place: Alexis Garcia
- Third place: Katie Laintz
- Fourth place: Janessa Gonzales
- Honorable mentions include Dara Armstrong, Allegra Dougherty, Karin Ebey, Makenna Ellsworth, Duncan Fuehne, Koya Fuke, Eva Gerrish and Kalen Melton.
To participate in the CROP Hunger Walk/Turkey Trot, arrive between 1:15-1:45 p.m this Read More
Festival of Trees at Betty Ehart Saturday
Photo by Chad Lauritzen
By Bernadette Laurizen
The place to be this Saturday is right in the heart of downtown as Los Alamos MainStreet hosts the 10th annual Festival of Trees at the Betty Ehart Senior Center.
The four-hour festival of fun is just the thing to get into the holiday spirit. The day holds a bevy of holiday trees, decorations, wreaths and more all available by silent auction.
A bake sale and holiday poinsettias will add to the mini mall experience – allowing for one stop shopping. A craft fair will feature jewelry vendors and so much more.
“Also available are holiday decor items, Read More
Saturday’s Holiday Arts and Craft Fair Offers Unique Shopping Opportunities
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council is presenting its annual Holiday Arts and Craft Fair 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17.
The new venue for this year’s fair is the Crossroads Bible Church, Hwy 502, East Entry to Los Alamos, between Hilltop House Hotel and the Airport, south side of road.
Community members are invited to seize this opportunity to do all of their holiday shopping at this event, plus benefit an organization that brings to town numerous events throughout the year, such as Brown Bag Concerts, Kite Festival, Pumpkin Glow and Coffeehouse.
The Los Alamos Arts Council has Read More
Plain Geometry: Amish Quilts
Amish Quilt. Courtesy/MIFA
Plain Geometry: Amish Quilts explores the origins and aesthetics of a tradition that has evolved in a changing world.
Opening at the Museum of International Folk Art Sunday, March 3, 2013, 34 quilts will be on view from the museum’s collection and from local collectors.
These remarkably crafted textiles illustrate the influence of religious proscriptions, westward migration, and interaction with “English” neighbors. The exhibition runs through Sept. 1, 2013.
The Amish practice a very conservative form of Protestantism. A set of rules that vary Read More
Mother-Daughter Artists Gear Up For Saturday’s Holiday Fair
Jeanne Robinson, left, and her daughter Elise Koskelo are local fiber artists who will feature their one-of-a-kind work at the Los Alamos Arts Council Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at Crossroads Bible Church Saturday. Courtesy photo Ward’s Beaded Jewelry at Karen Wray Fine Art
Photo: Beaded bracelet by artist Chris Ward
By Mandy Marksteiner
In the mid nineties, Chris Ward attended a craft show in Owatonna, Minn. In one of the craft show booths she saw a fabulous beaded bracelet that she absolutely loved.
She wanted to give it to her mother, but was afraid that the colors weren’t quite right.
Instead of forgetting about the bracelet and buying her mom a gift card, she took a class with the woman who made the bracelet, and fell in love with beading.
Photo: Artist Chris Ward
Ward quickly became an expert at making bracelets, necklaces and earrings using a spiral stitch, and has Read More
Asterman’s Movie Reviews: Wreck-It Ralph, Twilight V – Breaking Dawn Part 2 and Skyfall
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Advisory – Since the film stars Sarah Silverman, obviously there are jokes geared for the parents, but parents need not worry, as each one is carefully crafted to miss the impressionable minds.
The kids will likely be far more scared of the insect monsters, but every good kid’s story has a few things to send the shivers.
It’s downright strange to think a Disney-video game crossover film tapped into my heart more deeply than Pixar’s Celtic phase.
Video game related movies have a worse
