Los Alamos Post Office Clerk Claire Martinez speaks with Aspen teacher Mrs. Padilla and her 2nd grade students Friday during their field trip to learn about post office operations. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

While waiting for their turn Friday to tour the Los Alamos Post Office and learn about its operations, students from Mrs. Padilla’s 2nd grade class at Aspen Elementary School are treated to a snack at Sugar & Cream Cafe on Central Avenue. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com