AdvertisementGet the newsJazz Fest will reunite teacher, former studentThe ties between jazz musicians Delbert Anderson and Chris Beaty go back many years. Beaty is the guest artist for the 20th annual SJC Jazz...CalendarLibrary opens financial literacy exhibitionEvents CalendarCalendar Theater and symphony events highlight this week's entertainment offerings in the Farmington area. Local | 6 days ago ‘Disaster!’ a mix of calamities, comedy, music "Disaster!" features a cast of 17 actors and more than three dozen well-known 1960s and 1970s pop songs. Local | 6 days ago View All PhotosPHOTOS: ‘Disaster!’ opens Feb. 20 at Civic Center 6 days ago Navajo filmmaker Kody Dayish draws new honor Kody Dayish was a Rising Star honoree at the New Mexico Film and Television Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Santa Fe last weekend. Local View All PhotosPHOTOS: TEA’s “Four Weddings and an Elvis”Comedy opens Theater Ensemble Arts’ 23rd season Melanie Leeson will make her directorial debut with the comedy "Four Weddings and an Elvis." Appropriately, it opens on Valentine's Day. Local Calendar San Juan College will play host to several events this weekend. Local Indie filmmaker seeking actors for latest film Travis Holt Hamilton often uses actors with little or no professional experience in his films, including "More Than Frybread." Local Blanco fly fishing business featured in TV show A crew from History's "MonsterQuest" series visited Majestic Enchantment on Aug. 11, 2019, to shoot footage. Local Calendar Two concerts that will celebrate the work of iconic women artists and four Memphis legends are planned this week in Farmington. Local ‘She Rocks’ revue honors music of female legends Tara Vaughan puts her own stamp on the music of such iconic performers as Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Carly Simon and others in "She Rocks." Local Calendar A volunteer fair at San Juan College highlights this week's events calendar for the Farmington area. Local ARTrageous bringing visual spectacle to city ARTrageous will bring a high-energy mix of live painting, singing, dancing and humor when they perform on Feb. 1 at the Farmington Civic Center. Local Chevel Shepherd recounts busy year, future plans Farmington native Chevel Shepherd had a busy year in 2019 and has an even busier year planned in 2020. Local New Mexico Film Office announces new grant The Senator John Pinto Memorial Filmmakers Fund hopes to advance filmmaking in Native American communities in the state. Navajo Nation Aztec girl celebrates release of debut single Aztec resident Sophia Rhane Dobbs' debut single "Crown" was released Jan. 16 on major streaming platforms. And she's about to turn 12. Local Calendar New York Times sports columnist Michael Powell will sign copies of his book "Canyon Dreams" on Jan. 27 at the Farmington Public Library. Local Tickets go on sale for Chevel Shepherd concert Farmington native Chevel Shepherd will return to her hometown to perform a concert June 19 at the Civic Center. Local ‘Heroine’s Song’ showcases strong women Anne Runolfsson and her daughter Tess Adams will take the stage this weekend at the Farmington Civic Center in a production they crafted themselves. Local Calendar Live music and events highlight local entertainment offerings in the Farmington area this week. Local Author warns of complacency during presentation "The Broken Circle" author Rodney Barker says he detects "a dangerous complacency" in Farmington nearly 50 years after a trio of murders. Local View All PhotosPHOTOS: Author speaks at Rocinante High SchoolFarmington Museum show features satellite images The newest Farmington Museum at Gateway Park show includes images of New York City, San Francisco, the Amazon and McCarty's lava flow in New Mexico. Local Calendar A Pink Floyd laser show, and a pair of art exhibitions top the list of entertainment offerings in the Farmington area this week. Local Calendar Emmy-winning actor Ed Asner will star in a show on Jan. 4 at the Farmington Civic Center, and comedy returns to the SunRay stage. Local Museum changes top list of entertainment stories San Juan County's filmmaking, brewing and performing arts scenes all got good news in 2019. Local Rambler Taproom slated for early 2020 opening The Rambler Taproom will open in a 1,200-square-foot space in the GoTo Plaza at 5100 E. Main St. in Farmington. Local View All PhotosPHOTOS: Cinematica set for New Year’s Eve showRock trio Cinematica ring in new year with show Cinematica's "The Jaguar Priestess" is the middle part of a trilogy of planned albums. The full recording will be released in July. Local Calendar New Year's Eve festivities highlight this week's entertainment calendar for the Farmington area, but there's something for nature-lovers as well. Local Prep hoops on Navajo Nation examined in book New York Times writer Michael Powell moved to Chinle, Arizona, to immerse himself in Navajo culture, learn about its love for high school basketball. Local Mark O’Connor bringing Christmas show to college Mark O'Connor rejects the idea that bluegrass music should exist only within a narrowly defined set of boundaries. Local ‘Elf Jr., the Musical’ opening at Civic Center Paul Arthur Stewart and Melissa Cheffers are co-directing the Heather McGaughey Youth Theatre show "Elf Jr., the Musical" featuring 54 young actors. Local View All PhotosProduction of ‘Elf Jr., the Musical’ set to openCalendar Several holiday-related public events and a winter solstice observance are among the activities on tap in the Farmington area this weekend. Local Desire for edgier museum programming expressed A Dec. 11 meeting at the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park kicked off the process by which a new strategic plan for the facility will be developed. Local How New Mexicans celebrate the holidays With the Land of Enchantment rich with Spanish and Mexican history, here are some traditions that makes New Mexico holidays so special. Entertainment Calendar There are plenty of holiday events on tap this weekend throughout San Juan County, and the Audubon Bird Count is happening, too. Local Brass ensemble reunites for Christmas concert A program of traditional holiday music will be performed entirely on brass instruments Dec. 14 in Sacred Heart Church. Local Festival of Trees lights up the Civic Center The 17th annual Festival of Trees lights up the Farmington Civic Center from Dec. 4 to Dec. 7, and raises money for Presbyterian Medical Services. News Calendar Luminaria displays, Christmas parades and a jazz concert to benefit three charities are among the many activities and events planned this week. Local DDAT plans rare Farmington concert this weekend The Farmington-based jazz quartet DDAT looks forward to a big year in 2020 as more opportunities come its way. Local Anthology by local writers sold in Farmington "Into the West" features 14 short stories by eight Farmington and Aztec authors. The Connie Gotsch Arts Foundation helped with a grant for $2,400. Local Comic finds longtime home as member of 49 Laughs Adrianne Chalepah joined the 49 Laughs comedy troupe nearly 10 years ago and immediately found a home. It was a leap of faith that worked out. Local Share your feedback to help improve our site experience!
