SALA Happenings: March 22-26, 2023
Courtesy/SALA
SALA News:
SALA Los Alamos Event Center announces a week of fun-filled events that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. From Wednesday through Sunday, SALA will host a range of programs and movies, with something for everyone.
Today the After School Program will take place 1-5 p.m., providing kids with a chance to enjoy games on the big screen and arcade games. The talent contest, “Los Alamos Got Talent” will also be held at the same time, and we encourage all elementary students to participate. In addition, the first-run movie “Shazam” will be screened at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. today. Read More
PAC 8’s Spring Fundraiser Has Begun!
Sitting Fairy donated by Petree Garden Center & Florist. Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8’s spring fundraiser, an on-line auction has begun.
PAC 8 thanks the local businesses for the large assortment of generous donations. Auction items include a $250 wine dinner from Pig & Fig, 2 tickets to an O’Keeffe landscape tour at Ghost Ranch, lift tickets to Pajarito Mountain, 2 bags of “everything Oppie” from the Los Alamos Historical Society and a box full of bagged, jarred and packaged foods grown by local writer Liddie Martinez along with her autographed cookbook. There also is jewelry, puzzles, Read More
Verus® Research Hires Melissa Sisneros As New Technical Director For Nuclear Test Environments
Melissa Sisneros
VERUS RESEARCH News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Verus® Research, a New Mexico-based team of scientists and engineers specializing in advanced research and technology development, announces the appointment of Melissa Sisneros as the company’s technical director for nuclear test environments.
A major focus of Sisneros’ work will be the successful fielding of the Orthrus neutron and gamma test capability on behalf of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division. Sisneros joins Verus Research after a successful career at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) as a senior technical Read More
Los Alamos High School Senior Yunseo Kim Named 2023 Coca-Cola Scholar, Includes $20,000 College Scholarship
LAHS senior Yunseo Kim was named a 2023 Coca-Cola Scholar and presented with a $20,000 check in a surprise visit attended by representatives from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, her parents Yongho Kim and Hyunjoo Kang, LAHS administration and members of the Hilltalkers. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School senior Yunseo Kim has been named a 2023 Coca-Cola Scholar and awarded a $20,000 college scholarship.
As a member of the 35th class of Coca-Cola Scholars, Kim not only exemplifies superior leadership, service and academics – she is a change agent, positively affecting others Read More
Season Passes Now On Sale At Pajarito Mountain Providing Access To More Than 5,000 Acres Of Skiing
Guests can receive the guaranteed lowest price of the season now through May 5 at Pajarito. Courtesy/pajarito
Pajarito Mountain News:
Starting today, guests can lock in the guaranteed lowest price on 2023/2024 season passes at Pajarito and other Power Pass mountains, all while enjoying powder turns this spring and some of the best conditions in years.
Pajarito opened Jan. 21, and has received 114” of snow so far this season, with fantastic conditions all season long.
With products starting as low as $249 for adults (and FREE for kids ages 12 and younger), the Power Pass is the season pass for Read More
Nominations Are Open Through March 31 For 2023 Los Alamos Chamber Business Awards
Local businesses receiving their awards on stage during a 2022 summer concert at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy photo
CHAMBER News:
Every year the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce invites the community to participate in two rounds of online voting to name the best Chamber Member businesses and organizations in Los Alamos and White Rock.
Nominations are open through Friday, March 31. Join in recognizing great Los Alamos Chamber businesses and organizations by nominating your favorites now (link).
Nominating and voting are open to the public, but only Chamber members are eligible to be nominated. Read More
New Mexico LEEP Host Webinar 3 PM Tuesday March 21
New Mexico LEEP News:
Upcoming Webinar 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 21.
Join New Mexico LEEP Tuesday for a 30-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute live Q&A session.
Learn how to submit a strong application, what’s included in the rigorous evaluation process, and the selection timeline.
Discover what types of technology align with Los Alamos National Laboratory’s capabilities, expertise and resources.
Registration is required: Register Now. Read More
Green Chile Stew At Los Alamos Winter Market Thursday
Zia Credit Union Celebrates 68th Anniversary!
Zia Credit Union staff dress in 1950s attire Wednesday in celebration of Zia’s 68th anniversary. Courtesy/Zia
Zia Credit Union staff dress in 1970s attire Tuesday in celebration of Zia’s 68th anniversary. Courtesy/Zia
Zia Credit Union News:
Zia Credit Union, headquartered in Los Alamos and established on March 15, 1955, celebrates its 68th anniversary all week with different themes each day to celebrate its decades of service to northern New Mexico.
On Monday, staff dressed in 80’s attire, Tuesday was 70’s and Wednesday was 50’s theme!
Visit Zia CU at www.ziacu.org.
Zia Credit Union staff Read More
On The Job In White Rock: Working Around Major Remodel
On the job in White Rock is Customer Service Representative Michael Clark assisting a person in need of lightbulbs Tuesday at Metzger’s Do It Best hardware store at 128 N.M. 4. Clark has worked at Metzger’s since Feb. 28, 2023. The store has been undergoing a major remodel and anticipates hosting a grand re-opening celebration for the community in about three weeks. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By the time the major remodel is complete at Metzger’s in White Rock the store will have an expansive new shopping space, new heating and air condition units, a new roof and more. A grand re-opening Read More
