Jemez Historic Site: Horno Corn Roasting Demos Sept. 22
Staff will offer a demonstration on how to roast corn in an adobe horno or oven during Funday at Gisewa 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 at Jemez Historic Site. Courtesy/JHS
Jemez Historic Site News:
Jemez Historic Site offers an engaging day during Funday at Gisewa with a variety of activities and demonstrations, including a corn roast in the adobe horno 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22.
Visitors can explore the ways of Pueblo life through cooking, art demonstrations, dances and much more at Jemez Historic Site.
Staff will offer a demonstration on how to roast corn in the adobe horno or oven. The Read More
Engagement Announcement: Samuel LeDoux & Kiele Nichols
Samuel LeDoux, Adjunct professor at UNM-Los Alamos, proposed to Kiele Nichols Sept. 12, 2024 at Nationals Park Stadium in Washington, D.C. at the Washington Nationals Baseball game against the Miami Marlins. Courtesy/Cindy Kane Photography
Scene from the Nationals Park Stadium in Washington, D.C. at the Sept. 12, 2024 Washington Nationals Baseball game against the Miami Marlins. Courtesy/Cindy Kane Photography
The crowd cheers as Kiele Nichols accepts the proposal of marriage from Samuel LeDoux Sept. 12, 2024 at Nationals Park Stadium in Washington, D.C. Courtesy/Cindy Kane Photography Read More
UNM: Empowering Early Childhood – Effective Interventions & Parent Involvement For Children With Disabilities Sept.18
LWV Lunch With A Leader: Andrea Determan Sept. 19
Andrea Determan
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos’ community event, Lunch with a Leader, is noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 at the Unitarian Church Fellowship Hall on Sage.
Director of Inclusive Schools at Los Alamos Public Schools, Andrea Determan, is the featured speaker.
As a key member of the district’s leadership team, Determan is responsible for overseeing and supporting the district’s work in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging initiatives, as well as ensuring compliance with state, federal and New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) mandates. Determan Read More
SFCC To Close Campus For Microgrid Connection Oct. 4-6
All buildings at Santa Fe Community College at 6401 Richards Ave., will be closed and access denied from 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 6 to enable work on the college’s microgrid connection. Courtesy photo
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College’s Office of Facilities and Operations announces an electrical power shutdown and campus closure from 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 6 to enable SFCC, the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), and SFCC contractor Siemens to work on the college’s microgrid connection.
During this period, all buildings at 6401 Richards Read More
Students Spread ‘Awesome’ For Suicide Prevention Month
Scene from a Suicide Prevention Activity in 2014. Photo by Cody Adams
Another scene from a Suicide Prevention Activity in 2014. Photo by Cody Adams
By BERNADETTE PAURITZEN
Executve Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions
September is Suicide Prevention Month and 10 years ago, Faith Glasco and Elizabeth Hjelvik had a goal to spread “awesome” at Los Alamos High School. Their multi-pronged project took roots spreading to Los Alamos Middle School and their WEB Crew program. Their efforts went on to win them a Spirit of the West Award.
On World Suicide Prevention Day Tuesday, the Los Alamos Youth Read More
Rosh HaShanah & Yom Kippur Classes At Jewish Center
Rabbi
Jack Shlachter with a shofar. Courtesy/LAJC
Los Alamos Jewish Center News:
In preparation for the upcoming Jewish High Holidays of Rosh HaShanah (the Jewish New Year) and Yom Kippur (the Jewish Day of Atonement), Rabbi Jack Shlachter will facilitate a two-part class on the holidays at the Los Alamos Jewish Center, 2400 Canyon Road.
Each session will be free-standing, so participants can attend one or both. No charge.
Part 1 will focus on Rosh HaShanah. It will take place at 8 p.m. today, following the monthly “later time” 7 p.m. Shabbat evening services. All are welcome to join at 6 p.m. for Read More
SALA Shares Results Of Oppenheimer Festival 2024
This year’s Oppenheimer Festival was made possible with the generous support of TechSource, Inc. Gathered for a photo at SALA, from left, TechSource Vice President and Managing Director Los Alamos PMO Curtis Christensen, Deputy Director Los Alamos PMO Frank Tarantello, SALA owner Allan Saenz, TechSource Office Administrator Kella Romero and TechSource Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian D’Andrea. Courtesy/SALA
By ALLAN SEINZ
Owner
SALA Los Alamos Events Center
After two weeks of wrapping up the Second Annual Oppenheimer Festival, I am excited to share the highlights and successes Read More
Community Invited To Tour Khalsa Family Farms Sept. 18
Scenes From C’YA’s 2024 College & Military Day
Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC) staff show off their college colors last Friday during Champions of Youth Ambitions’ (C’YA) 2024 College & Military Day. From left, Chamber Member Services Manager Megan Bucklin, MainStreet and Creative District Event Manager Alison Watkins, LACDC Executive Director Lauren McDaniel, Chamber Director Sandy Jones and LACDC Chief Operating Officer David Jolly. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Chamisa Elementary School staff display their college colors last Friday during C’YA’s 2024 College and Military Day. Photo by Bernadette Read More
Kiwanis Hears From FSN Exec. Director Mitsi Pair Willard
Family Strengths Network Executive Director Mitzi Pair Willard speaks about her non-profit organization during the Sept. 3 Kiwanis Club meeting at Trinity on the Hill Church. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
At their. 3 meeting, The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos was treated to a presentation Sept. 3 by Family Strengths Network (FSN) Executive Director Mitzi Pair Willard. She outlined the history, mission and goals of the organization, and described the programs they provide to the community.
FSN is a non-profit established in 1989 to address child abuse through prevention. Since then, the Read More
MIAC To Host ‘Here, Now And Always’ Saturday Sept. 28
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture News:
The community is invited to join Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (MIAC) for the September installment of the Native Narratives Speaker Series for a discussion on the importance of Native language and culture.
Here, Now and Always, Native Narratives Speaker Series will feature:
- Dr. Christine Sims (Acoma Pueblo), chair of the Indian Advisory Panel for Museum of Indian Arts & Culture. She is an associate professor in the Department of Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Studies in the College of Education & Human Sciences at the University
New Mexico State Fair: ‘Pathway To College & Career Day’
HED News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department (HED) has announced the annual Pathway to College and Career Day at the New Mexico State Fair will take place Wednesday, Sept. 11, in the Main Street area of the Expo New Mexico fairgrounds.
Pathway to College and Career Day is a day-long opportunity for New Mexico students of all ages to explore the offerings of the different institutions of higher education spread throughout our state. Students can learn about various financial aid opportunities — including the Opportunity and Lottery scholarships, which provide for tuition-free Read More
EAA To Host Young Eagles Flight Rally At Los Alamos Airport
EAA Chapter 691 News:
EAA Chapter 691 of the Experimental Aircraft Association is hosting a Young Eagles Rally, 9-11 a.m. Sept. 21 at the Los Alamos Airport.
They will be giving free airplane rides to kids 8-17 years old. Beginning Wednesday evening, parents can register online for the rally by going to https://youngeaglesday.org and looking for the Los Alamos Young Eagles Day there (zip code 87544). Parents will need to sign a waiver as well as be present on the day of the event for kids to participate.
It’s a first come first served registration process and once filled, kids can be placed on a waitlist Read More
Silent Auction Is Open For LAPS Foundation’s Taste Of Knowledge Event … Tickets Still Available!
LAPS Foundation News:
The online silent auction for the LAPS Foundation’s Taste of Knowledge event is now live! More than 30 silent auction items were generously donated by local businesses, organizations and community members.
Even those not attending the event can place their bids on auction items at https://TOK24.givesmart.com (click on Register to Participate). Check it out and see what you’d like to bid on! The silent auction will close at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15.
Taste of Knowledge is a fundraiser for the Los Alamos Public Schools. Proceeds will benefit teachers, staff, students Read More
LAPS Notice Of Possible Quorum: JJAB 20th Anniversary
LAPS Public Notice:
Members of the Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board may attend the Los Alamos JJAB 20th Anniversary event at Ashley Pond Park, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.
A quorum may be present; however no action will be taken. Read More
Governor Appoints Mariana Padilla PED Cabinet Secretary
Mariana Padilla
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Mariana Padilla as Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Public Education Department.
Padilla has served as the Director of the New Mexico Children’s Cabinet since the start of the administration, leading the Governor’s child and family well-being agenda. She also serves as the Governor’s senior education policy advisor, overseeing early childhood, K-12, and higher education. In this role, Padilla has shaped program, policy, and budget priorities, and worked across state agencies to implement Read More
MIAC: A Journey Through Native America By Zig Jackson
Falls Prevention Awareness Week Is Sept. 23-27
LARSO News:
Did you know that one in four Americans older than age of 65 falls each year? Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans, and falling once doubles the risk of falling again. Even falls that do not result in injury can deeply impact the quality of life for older adults. A fear of falling can cause seniors to limit their activities and social engagements, which can result in physical decline, depression and isolation.
The good news is that falls can be prevented. Exercise, good nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and fall-proofing one’s residence or Read More
Los Alamos National Laboratory, NNSA And Northern New Mexico College To Establish Center For Information Technology And Cybersecurity
Los Alamos National Laboratory’s (LANL) Crossroads supercomputer is in a room roughly the size of a football field. At the Laboratory, more than 1,200 employees work with supercomputers or in another aspect of computing — all of which require cybersecurity professionals to keep operations running. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
- Collaboration creates the region’s first cybersecurity education program
LANL, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and Northern New Mexico College (Northern) are joining forces to develop a new cybersecurity training center through the Lab’s Read More