Jemez Springs is working to become an arts destination in Sandoval County. National traveling theater troupe, Agile Rascal Bike Theatre, is making New Mexico the focus of their 2023 tour, which will include a stop to Jemez Springs on Sunday, Oct. 8 for a free performance at the Village Plaza. The bicycle-based theatre troupe will […]
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Solo Guitarist Is Placitas Artist Series October Performer
By Sandoval Signpost Staff JIJI is an acclaimed guitarist praised by The Washington Post for her mesmerizing performances and versatile repertoire. An adventurous artist with expertise in both acoustic and electric guitar, she explores traditional and contemporary classical music, as well as free improvisation. JIJI’s impeccable musicianship, captivating stage presence, and dedication to commissioning and performing new […]
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Placitas Library Features “About Women” Exhibition in October
For the October/November exhibition at the Placitas Community Library’s Gracie Lee Community Room, artists were invited to portray women—specific women or imaginary composites—and their extraordinary achievements, physical attributes, historical contributions, and the challenges they face as mother, daughter, wife, partner, friend, dreamer, dancer, scientist, sportswoman, artist, performer, leader, legislator, litigator, adventurer, goddess, warrior, mystic, or […]
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Who, Exactly, is Served by Government Shutdowns?
Ten years ago, during a 16-day shutdown, tourists stood outside locked gates at national parks and monuments. Kirtland and Holloman Air Force bases furloughed nearly 1,500 civilian employees. The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia closed, which delayed training for 350 agents sorely needed by the Border Patrol. The Department of Energy’s 1,000 Waste […]
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Keep Focus on Guns, Gun Violence and Crimes Using Guns
I started the week wishing lawmakers and elected leaders were as concerned about kids killing kids and families being fearful as they were about Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s proposed 30-day ban on guns in public places. There has been a flurry of press conferences, lawsuits, statements by various politicians in office, and by aspiring politicians. […]