Press Release-DailyPost

CONE ZONE: Week of Oct. 15

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COUNTY News:

Public Works Projects:

For more information about the projects listed below, e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 662-8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us.

Eastern Area 2 Concrete, Paving & Utility Project – Phase 1:

Fifth Street between Myrtle and Canyon remains closed.

Roadway prep work continues on Myrtle between 9th Street and 15th Street. This section of Myrtle is closed to through traffic with flagging operations during the day and two-way traffic at night.

Paving from the middle of the Myrtle Green to 9th Street should occur the week of Oct. 22.

Minor delays Read More

County Line: Apply for Creative District Advisory Committee

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COUNTY News:

Editor’s Note: Due to the rain and hailstorm after lunch Friday, the groundbreaking for the new Multi Purpose Covered Arena had to be cancelled. Staff will be working with the project sponsors to see if it can be rescheduled in the near future. Watch for updates next week.

Council Work Session Tuesday

They’ll be meeting in White Rock Fire Station #3 at 7 p.m. – what’s on the agenda? The “Master Career Plan” for the Police Department is likely to garner the most discussion. Download the full agenda here:  https:////www.losalamosnm.us/gov/council/Pages/default.aspx Read More

Pet of the Week: Houdini

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Houdini. Courtesy photo

FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER News:

Houdini is Pet of the Week. Houdini is not a magician, but an adorable black and white spaniel/BC mix.

He recently got a bath and is ready to show off his black and white coat. He is affectionate and sweet with both dogs and people, and would love to accompany his new person everywhere.

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

Visitor Guides: Friday afternoons 4-6 p.m., volunteers will be at the shelter to give potential

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Get Ready for the Big Picture: New Patron Internet Computers at Mesa Public Library Coming Soon!

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MESA PUBLIC LIBRARY News:
 
One of the most used services at Mesa Public Library for locals and visitors alike is the free access to online computers in the Reference and Youth areas.
 
Coming in mid October, this service will be upgraded to provide an even better experience.
 
Why are the computers being upgraded? According to Gwen Kalavaza, Electronic Services Manager for Los Alamos County Library System, “The new computers will be faster, monitors will have larger screens, there will be enhanced security features, the computers are flash drive compatible, and a brand new
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San Juan Prescribed Burn Scheduled in Jemez Ranger District

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SFNF News:

Next week if conditions are favorable, fire managers plan to begin the 7,300 acre San Juan prescribed burn 3-5 miles northeast of Jemez Springs. 

Approximately 2,500 acres are expected to be treated each day.

Prescribed burning is the managed application of fire to wildland fuels (woody material) under specified conditions, within predetermined boundaries in an effort to reduce hazardous fuels, provide community protection and restore forest health.

The burn area is 4-8 miles northwest of the community of Ponderosa.

During the three to five day burning period, 7,300 acres Read More

PEECnic to Thank Community Oct. 14

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PEEC News:

The community is invited 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14 for the 12 annual PEECnic at the Pajarito Environmental Education Center.

The event is PEEC’s yearly meeting for members and friends with activities, talks and cider filling the air.

PEEC traditionally holds its annual meeting in the fall, when Bandelier’s Park Flight ornithologist interns are still in town, to learn about the birds they’ve found across the Americas. 

The PEECnic features illustrated talks by the interns, kids’ activities and light refreshments. 

It’s the perfect place to catch up with other Read More

Authors Speak Features ‘O’Keefe Stories’ Oct. 25

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Author Margaret Wood. Courtesy Photo

MESA PUBLIC LIBRARY News:

Authors Speak Series presents “A New Mexico Centennial” Event with Margaret Wood – O’Keeffe Stories, 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 Mesa Public Library Upstairs Rotunda.

Georgia O’Keeffe is one of the world’s most well-known and beloved artists.

In 1977, Margaret Wood began a five-year stay as companion and caretaker to then 89-year-old Georgia O’Keeffe.

There were no sign posts in the village in those years, and few markers for a young woman managing the complex role as companion to a woman of O’Keeffe’s Read More

Additional Tickets Available for Sold-Out Amy Goodman Talk

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Courtesy/PAC 8

PAC 8 News:

Additional tickets have come available for sale for the Amy Goodman talk Oct. 11 as Fuller Lodge has an overflow area where people may be seated.

Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 10 at the PAC 8 Studio, 475 20th St. and are expected to sell out quickly.

Denis Moynihan will introduce Goodman at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 11 at Fuller Lodge.

There will be a book signing starting at 1 p.m., at Fuller Lodge Art Center, 2132 Central Ave., which is sponsored by Otowi Station Bookstore.

Goodman’s is a fundraiser for PAC 8. For more information, contact PAC 8 at 662-7228.

 
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Herbal Remedies for Children at PEEC Oct. 13

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Herbalist Kristi Beguin. Courtesy photo

PEEC News:

Visit PEEC from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 to learn about effective herbal remedies for children. 

Kristi Beguin, an experienced herbalist, will give a talk on how to use herbal medicines to treat common childhood illnesses and enhance children’s immunity.

Participants in the class will learn how they can be in charge of their family’s health and wellness concerns using common herbal remedies.  

They’ll also learn to tune in to their intuition about health and wellness, and learn how to quickly respond to those Read More

Get Answers to Charter Questions at Farmer’s Market

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Chris Chandler, left, discusses charter amendments with Heather McClenahan at a recent Farmer’s Market. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com

LOS ALAMOS CITIZENS FOR GOOD GOVERNMENT News:

Members of the Charter Review Committee will be available 9:30-11:30 a.m Thursday at the Farmer’s Market to answer questions about the proposed Charter Amendments that will be on the fall ballot. 

Committee members plan to meet with voters at the Farmer’s Market every Thursday through the Nov. 6 election day. Read More