KRZA Community Radio

01/22/2025

Tune in to Blues Time in the Rockies this morning from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm with your host Pat Stanford. You can listen on line at www.krza.org or on the Tune in Radio App. Thank You for listening and supporting KRZA Community Radio in the San Luis Valley, Colorado, and Northern New Mexico

KRZA is a community radio station serving the Upper Rio Grande Region featuring culturally relevant music, news, and entertainment since 1985.

01/22/2025

Get ready to vote in our annual Cutest Pet Photo Contest!

We will choose five winners from January 30 to February 27. Each will receive a $25 gift certificate to the Burger Stand.

On February 27, OUR READERS WILL SELECT THESE WINNERS:
• One Second prize winner will be selected to win a $150 gift certificate to 10,000 Wags.
• One First prize winner will be selected to win a Studio Zanne $250 gift certificate for a 12” x 12” pastel pet portrait.
• One Grand Prize Winner will be selected to win a $350 gift certificate to Taos Tack and Pet Supply!

Pick up this week's paper for more details and how to submit your favorite photos!

01/22/2025

"Nicholas Herrera: El Rito Santero"
September 21, 2024–June 1, 2025

The Virgin of Guadalupe is a recurring motif in Nicholas Herrera’s art, symbolizing multicultural pride and the fusion of different cultural traditions. Herrera’s vibrant depictions of the Virgin reflect his deep spiritual connection and artistic heritage. Explore these pieces in "Nicholas Herrera: El Rito Santero."

Read more about Nicholas Herrera and this exhibition in the October 23, 2024 feature story entitled "Once a Bad Boy, Now a Saint Maker With a Major Solo Museum Show," in The New York Times.

Join us at one of the following events to meet Nicholas himself:

Artist Tour with Nicholas Herrera - February 13, 2025, 10:00–11:00 am
Nicholas Herrera in Conversation with Carmella Padilla - April 24, 2025, 6:00–7:00 pm
Artist Tour with Nicholas Herrera-May 15, 2025, 10:00–11:00 am
Artist Tour with Nicholas Herrera - May 18, 2025, 2:00–3:00 pm

Reserve your spot at https://bit.ly/3SYdWe7

"Nicholas Herrera: El Rito Santero," September 21, 2024–June 1, 2025, Harwood Museum of Art. Photo: Brad Trone.

Albuquerque Museum EVOKE Contemporary New Mexico True Visit Taos 203 FINE ART New Mexico Arts Smithsonian Nicholas Herrera

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01/22/2025

‼️WINTER GEAR DRIVE‼️
As winter temps plummet, those in need require our help more than ever. If you have gently used jackets, sleeping bags, gloves, winter hats, or neck gaiters, please drop them off at TMO!

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01/22/2025

The temperature on the valley floor this morning was -14 F, with a slightly warmer temperature of -8 at the visitor center. In most years, the valley floor will drop into the -20s F at some point during the winter, and occasionally into the -30s F. The average low in January on the valley floor is -2 F. The record low temperature for the valley is -50 F in 1948.

Photo: NPS/Patrick Myers

Image description: Fresh snow blankets rounded forms of the dunes and 13,297’ (4,053 m) Mt. Herard at sunrise. Snowy grasslands and piñon trees are in the foreground.

01/22/2025

TONIGHT TAOS!

See you there at the Liberation Ball - 7-10pm in The Encore Gallery.

Pre-sale tix still available online at our website.

01/22/2025

Freddie Records proudly presents and shares this Sneak Peek 👀 of the cover art for the brand new upcoming single from Tejano Roots Hall Of Famer, Rene Ramirez y Maduro, “En La Parranda”. This highly anticipated release will be impacting radio tomorrow January 22nd. Get ready and hyped for this upcoming party 🎉! You don’t want to miss it! It’s going to be 🔥 ! Maduro style! 🎊🎈🎉🍾🍺🍻🎤🎧🎼🥁🪘🪗🎸

01/22/2025

Applications for Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area 2025 Youth Walking Tours are now open for youth participants. Program will be held on Fridays beginning April 4, 2025 and ending June 6, 2025. Students will be trained in the following: self defense, public speaking, CPR/First Aid, and interviewing. Training sessions are mandatory and 75% attendance is required. Stipends will be based on attendance and participation. Applications are due March 3, 2025.
Program details and applications can be found: https://www.sangreheritage.org/education/

01/21/2025

For Immediate Release
Friday, January 10, 2025
Rio Frio Ice Festival Begins Friday, January 24th

Alamosa, CO – Roar into the new year with a wild weekend of winter fun at the annual Rio Frio Ice Fest! This year's "Welcome to the Jungle" theme transforms Alamosa into a frosty paradise with exhilarating activities for adventurers of all ages.

Here's what awaits you:
Friday, January 24th:
Packet pickup at Knee Knockers Bar and Grill
A mesmerizing cross-country ski through a twinkling luminaria-lit trail at Blanca Vista Pond

Saturday, January 25th:
The legendary Rio Frio 5k race on the frozen Rio Grande
Disc golf tournament to test your aim
Electrifying live music to warm you up
Vibrant local vendor market with unique treasures
Dazzling ice sculpting demonstrations
Magical "Fire and Ice" bonfire under the stars

Sunday, January 26th:
Invigorating Polar Plunge for the brave at Blanca Vista Pond
Whimsical whirl on the enchanting Ice Carousel

Don't miss this epic celebration of winter wonder! For a complete schedule of events, locations, and registration information, visit https://rioraces.com/rio-frio-home
For questions, contact the Alamosa Parks and Recreation Department at 719-589-2105.

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