Carol A. Clark

DALA’s ‘Hansel & Gretel’ Coming Winterfest Weekend!

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Isaac Gao, 7, trying on his skunk costume is assisted by DALA Director and Choreographer Christin Severini. Courtesy/DALA

DALA News:

Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) presents an original ballet production, “Hansel & Gretel” Winterfest Weekend in celebration of DALA’s 20th Anniversary.

This playful and spirited version of the beloved fairytale is an enchanting ballet with magical fairies, colorful Lollipops and adorable woodland creatures.

The ballet features world class choreography by former American Ballet Theatre dancer, Christin Severini, who also returns to the stage in a cameo Read More

Pet of the Week: Ralphie the Cat

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SHELTER News:

Ralphie, 3, is a DSH spayed, female tabby/tortie, given for adoption with her friend Mo.

Shy at first, Ralphie has come out of her shell and now lets shelter volunteers pet and admire her, however, she reportedly does not care for dogs.

The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of on-site adoptable pets waiting for a home. Others reside off-campus in foster homes.

“Thank you, Los Alamos! We have had a really good week for cat adoptions,” said Sylvia of Friends of the Shelter. “We are hoping for an equally good week for dog Read More

Plazas of New Mexico Exhibit Reception Dec. 6

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Courtesy/LAPL

LIBRARY News:

Sunday, Dec. 9, 1:30-3:30 p.m. – Authors Speak with Chris Wilson and José Zelaya in the Upstairs Meeting Rooms at Mesa Public Library.

The “Plazas of New Mexico Exhibit” Opening Reception is set for 2:30 p.m. in the Upstairs Art Gallery at Mesa Public Library.

The Plazas of New Mexico: a Book & Exhibit from the Historic Preservation and Regionalism Program at the School of Architecture and Planning, UNM, Albuquerque, runs through Jan. 11, 2013.

Mesa Public Library is offering a lively Sunday afternoon of events as part of the downtown Los Read More

The Hive Launches Crowdfunding Campaign

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By Dave Jones

The Hive Steward

 

The Los Alamos County Council voted 7-0 on a resolution directing the County staff to work with us to develop a path for possible County support for The Hive.

 

We are now working on a proposal that will go through County staff and then back to the Council.

 

I’m very grateful to those of you that attended the meeting and to those of you who spoke on our behalf.

 

Photo: The Hive, 134 N.M. 4.

 

In an attempt to keep The Hive open while we work through this proposal to the County and other possible funding mechanisms, we have set up a crowdfunding

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Sarah Worley Wins Logo Contest

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Sarah Worley with her award winning design. Courtesy photo
 
Staff Report
 
Sarah Worley, 10, of Piñon Elementary School, has won the 2012 CROP Hunger Walk/Turkey Trot logo contest. 
 
The following young artists submitted logos to the contest:
  • Second place: Alexis Garcia
  • Third place: Katie Laintz
  • Fourth place: Janessa Gonzales
  • Honorable mentions include Dara Armstrong, Allegra Dougherty, Karin Ebey, Makenna Ellsworth, Duncan Fuehne, Koya Fuke, Eva Gerrish and Kalen Melton.

To participate in the CROP Hunger Walk/Turkey Trot, arrive between 1:15-1:45 p.m this Read More

Festival of Trees at Betty Ehart Saturday

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Photo by Chad Lauritzen

By Bernadette Laurizen

The place to be this Saturday is right in the heart of downtown as Los Alamos MainStreet hosts the 10th annual Festival of Trees at the Betty Ehart Senior Center.

The four-hour festival of fun is just the thing to get into the holiday spirit. The day holds a bevy of holiday trees, decorations, wreaths and more all available by silent auction.

A bake sale and holiday poinsettias will add to the mini mall experience – allowing for one stop shopping. A craft fair will feature jewelry vendors and so much more.

“Also available are holiday decor items, Read More

School Board Moves Projects Forward

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By Kirsten Laskey

President Kevin Honnell

During its regular meeting Tuesday night, the Los Alamos School Board approved hiring two companies to move projects forward in the district.

With the board’s nod to contract with Brian McPartlon Roofing, Pinon Elementary School’s roof replacement project will soon start.

Chief Financial Officer John Wolfe explained that the district received funds from the Public Schools Facilities Authority (PSFA) to rebuild a portion of the roof at the elementary school.

Vice President Dawn Venhaus

However, the roof must be completely built Read More

Saturday’s Holiday Arts and Craft Fair Offers Unique Shopping Opportunities

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LAAC News:

The Los Alamos Arts Council is presenting its annual Holiday Arts and Craft Fair 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17.

The new venue for this year’s fair is the Crossroads Bible Church, Hwy 502, East Entry to Los Alamos, between Hilltop House Hotel and the Airport, south side of road.

Community members are invited to seize this opportunity to do all of their holiday shopping at this event, plus benefit an organization that brings to town numerous events throughout the year, such as Brown Bag Concerts, Kite Festival, Pumpkin Glow and Coffeehouse.

The Los Alamos Arts Council has Read More