2nd Annual Ekphrastic Poetry Contest showcases wider variety of art to inspire New Mexico poets

Santa Fe, NM – Following its inaugural success earlier this year, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) is proud to announce that the 2nd Annual Ekphrastic Poetry Contest has launched, with even more works of art from across New Mexico to serve as inspiration for poets and writers.

Community Schedule

October 4thWhat? Art Activities with Dungarvin group – When? Fridays, 1:30pm Where? Double Six Art Gallery at 1040 W. Santa Fe Ave.October 5thWhat? Art camp for all where you’ll make handmade animal ears.When? This Saturday, October 5 at 1 pm Where? Double Six Gallery on Route 66/1001 W.

Community Schedule

September 26 What? Cibola Arts Council will be holding a reception for James and Blake Emory, Mural Artists.When? September 26th from 5pm to 8pm Where? Double Six Gallery, 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave.September 27 What? PBS Great Performances/ Now Hear This presents “Becoming Mozart “w/Scott Yoo When?

Community Schedule

September 21 What? Exhibit “ShadowsWane” & receptionWhen? Saturday, 9/21/2024 @ 1-5pm Where? Double Six Art Gallery at 1040 W. Santa Fe Ave.September 27 What? PBS Great Performances/ Now Hear This presents “Becoming Mozart “w/Scott Yoo When? Friday, 9/27/2024 @ 4pm Where?

What was the Cause?

GRANTS, NM – On the evening of September 11, at about 9 p.m., Grants resident, Ian Smith, drove east on Santa Fe Avenue. All appeared to be normal. However, when he returned about one hour later, at approximately 10 p.m.

Cibola Trail Days featuring Rugged West Adventures Success

Grants Fire and Rescue Chief Mike Maes takes the plunge during a dunk tank fundraiser for Operation Wounded Warrior. Thanks to the incredible turnout from the community, the event raised $1,515 for the cause.

Legacy Church Donates Advanced Thermal Imaging Camera to Grants Fire & Rescue

Grants, NM — In a heartwarming display of community support, Legacy Church Grants campus has donated a state-of-theart thermal imaging camera to Grants Fire & Rescue.

Jack Nixon Announces Retirement

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – NM State fans learned today that the upcoming athletics year will be the final year on the air for long-time radio broadcaster Jack Nixon. Colloquially known as 'The Voice of the Aggies', Nixon is entering his 45th years on the air and in the ears of Aggie fans nationwide.

NMCGA Scholarship Applications Open for Fall 2024

MORIARITY, NM— The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association (NMCGA), in partnership with Purina Mills and Depot Farm and Ranch Agency, is thrilled to announce the fall scholarship applications are open with a goal to support the educational pursuits of young individuals from agricultural backgrounds.

Art is in Robert Gallegos Blood

MILAN, NM – Robert Gallegos never set out to be an artist. He didn’t dream of being one someday. He never took an art class. But now he is prolific, his yard is a garden of metal sculptures, and his imagination is blooming with new ways to express itself.