Free Bolero Dancing And Lessons At BESC Starting Aug. 5
COMMUNITY News:
Every Monday (except County holidays) from 7-9 p.m. everyone is welcome to free ballroom dancing and lessons at the Betty Ehart Senior Center Center.
This is a Los Alamos County Activity organized by Terry Goodwin and Selmo Jaramillo. Every month they focus on a particular ballroom dance, and in August the focus is bolero.
This “Cuban Dance of Love” blends the Tango’s dramatic moves, Rumba’s rhythm and the Waltz’s rise and fall. Bolero has a certain grace and athleticism, but is also teeming with dramatic tension! Sometimes this dance is seen as an artful styling of the movements Read More
LAPS Shares Back To School Safety Tips
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools would like to remind all drivers that the first day of school is Wednesday, Aug. 7. This means that more than 3,700 students will be walking, biking or riding the school bus.
Drivers are reminded that it is against the law to pass a school bus when the red lights are flashing and the stop arm is out.
“Last year we recorded over 190 incidents of cars passing school buses when the red lights were flashing and the stop arm extended,” LAPS Transportation Director Keith Rosenbaum said. “While this is a decrease from the previous year, even one incident is one too many. We Read More
LAHS Graduate Kaya Loy Earns Girl Scouts Gold Award
Los Alamos High School 2024 graduate Kaya Loy earns USA Gold Award Scholarship for her project addressing youth mental health. Courtesy/NMGS
Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails announced Wednesday that Los Alamos High School 2024 graduate Kaya Loy has been awarded a Girl Scouts of the USA Gold Award Scholarship for her project addressing youth mental health.
Loy is a Girl Scout and created a database of mental health resources for her high school’s website. The project, titled “It’s Okay to Get Help” provides students with easy access to national, Read More
SFCC: English As A Second Language Classes Start Aug. 19
SFCC News:
Do you or someone you know want to learn English as a Second Language? Whether you speak no English at all, only a little, or even a lot, Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) has classes for you.
SFCC will offer a 14-week English as a Second Language (ESL) session Aug. 19 to Nov. 21 to any adult who wants to learn English.
New students must attend an orientation session to register for classes. The orientation session will include testing and placement as well as registration for the courses. The $25 registration fee is waived for the Fall 2024 term. The classes are free. Classes will be in person Read More
UNM Alums Donate $252,500 To Support Nurse Residency Scholarships; Strengthen New Mexico Rural Workforce
UNM News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The UNM Foundation has announced a significant donation of $252,500 from UNM alums and philanthropists Arishanda and Doug Campbell. This generous contribution will enhance nurse residency scholarships at Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) and support the nursing workforce in rural New Mexico through the UNM College of Nursing.
The Campbells’ donation includes a non-endowed gift of $126,250 to create a vital nurse residency scholarship fund. This fund aims to recruit and retain top nursing talent, recognizing nurses’ essential role in bridging health equity Read More
Walls Are Going Up On New Chamisa School In White Rock
The walls are going up this morning on the new Chamisa Elementary School under construction in White Rock. Construction began in March with completion slated for August 2025. Photo by Shari Mills Read More
2024 June And Harry Ettinger Memorial Scholarship Awarded To Los Alamos High School Graduate Maya Carpenter
LAPS Foundation News:
The Friends of the Los Alamos County Libraries, in partnership with the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation, have awarded the 2024 June and Harry Ettinger Memorial Scholarship to Maya Carpenter for her review of the book Wild Bird, by Wendelin Van Draanen.
The scholarship was created to honor those who love books. Graduating seniors who apply are asked to write a personal narrative concerning an age-appropriate book that was not required for school and Read More
Los Alamos County Environmental Services Closed July 31 For Quarterly Employee Training And Certification
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services will be closed today, July 31, for employee development, safety training and certification compliance. This includes operations at the Eco Station and Overlook Convenience Center.
Residential service will not be impacted; however, commercial trash and recycling collection service will also be suspended today. Commercial collection and all other services will resume Aug. 1.
Environmental Services will hold one training and certification day per quarter to ensure all employees remain compliant. The quarterly closure is to minimize Read More
Rep. Leger Fernández Introduces Campus Prevention And Recovery Services For Students Act Of 2024
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03), David Trone (MD-06), Chris Pappas (NH-01) and Lucy McBath (GA-07) on Tuesday introduced the Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act to help higher education institutions implement programs to prevent alcohol and substance misuse on campus and support those with substance use disorders.
If passed, the bill would fund college prevention and recovery services at $75 million over five years.
The bill is part of the Read More
United Church To Host Sunday Compassion Camp In August
United Church News:
Scripture-based, active, fun and LUNCH: Compassion Camp at The United Church at 2525 Canyon Road is for everyone. The camp is held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., every Sunday in August.
Learning compassion is for humans of all ages, so kids and adults will become a community of caring.
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact ucoffice@unitedchurchla.org, or 505.662.2791. Check out the church website. Read More
Teens And Young Adults Invited To Compete In Local Snapchat Video Contest … Submission Deadline Is Aug. 16
Courtesy/LAC
Community Conversation Series News:
Representatives from Los Alamos County Social Services, Courts, Los Alamos Public Schools and JJAB invite teens and young adults to submit a 10-minute video explaining the “Ins and outs of Snapchat for parents”.
The video must be uploaded using Google forms at lacnm.com/Video-Contest by Aug. 16. The winner will receive a $100 gift card, and their video will be showcased and discussed in an educational workshop for parents and adults.
The video should be geared to educate parents and adults who are unfamiliar with Snapchat about the social Read More
Artist-in-residence Talk At Noon Today In Jemez Springs
Artist-in-residence Dr. Heather Heckel shown here with some of her latest works inspired by the historic cabins at Valles Caldera National Preserve. She has been awarded 22 artist residencies at national parks and public lands across the country. Dr. Heckel will present a talk at noon today at Jemez Fine Art about her experience as a traveling artist and the inspiration she draws from America’s public lands. She will also unveil some of her works in progress from Valles Caldera National Preserve. Learn more here. Photo by Irene Owsley/NPS Read More
Final PEEC Summer Family Evening Of Season Wednesday
Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The community is invited to stop by the Los Alamos Nature Center 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31 for a rescheduled Summer Family Evening, the final one of the season.
The community is invited to join the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) for its final Summer Family Evening program of the season, 6 p.m. Wednesday at Los Alamos Nature Center. In collaboration with the Los Alamos Arts Council, this special event offers creativity and fun for the entire family. Engage in exciting nature crafts that will inspire and entertain both kids and adults, providing a unique Read More
Chamber Business Breakfast Featured Seminar On QPR Institute Programming By Bernadette Lauritzen At SALA
Bernadette Lauritzen teaches a seminar about the importance of recognizing signs of mental health struggles when interacting with coworkers, friends, family members and others during the July 18 Business Breakfast at SALA. Courtesy/Chamber
Incoming Chamber Director Sandy Jones speaks at the July 18 Business Breakfast at SALA. Courtesy/Chamber
CHAMBER News:
The Chamber of Commerce held a Business Breakfast Thursday, July 18 with QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Institute programming from Bernadette Lauritzen at SALA Event Center.
Lauritzen taught a 1-hour seminar about the importance Read More
New Mexico Public Education Department Announces Return Of Level Up Reading Challenge For 2024–25 School Year
Public Education Secretary Arsenio Romero
PED News:
The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has announced the return of the Level Up Reading Challenge for the 2024-25 school year. This initiative aims to build on last year’s success, where schools saw significant improvements in students’ reading skills.
The Level Up Reading Challenge inspires K-5 students across New Mexico to develop a love for reading and improve their literacy. Throughout the 2024-25 challenge, dedicated teachers will use data-driven methods to help students enhance their reading abilities.
Ralph the Reader Read More
ENMU Announces Naming Decision For Stadium And Arena
A dedication ceremony for the Steve Loy Family Foundation football stadium and basketball arena will be held Saturday, Oct. 19, at the annual Wagon Wheel Rivalry Game vs. West Texas A&M. Courtesy/ENMU
ENMU News:
PORTALES – The Steve Loy Family Foundation announced today the new names for the Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) football stadium and basketball arena.
The Steve Loy Family Foundation has chosen to rename the on-campus football stadium and basketball arena after their family foundation. ENMU’s football stadium will be renamed the Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium. Read More
Los Luceros Historic Site: Plein Air Workshop Aug. 17-18
En plein air painting class at Los Luceros Historic Site, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Aug. 17 and Sunday Aug.18. Courtesy/LLHS
Los Luceros Historic Site News:
The community is invited to join Santa Fe impressionistic artist Michele Byrne for a plein air painting workshop where the summer beauty of Los Luceros will inspire participants to express their creativity.
Byrne will guide participants in capturing the very essence of light on canvas. Each day will begin with demonstrations and discussions on how to craft a strong composition. She will guide students every step of the way in their painting Read More
Op-Ed: Homage To Educators
By MARVIN BLAIR
Los Alamos
As we approach the first week of school, we must pause and recognize the educators, assistants, custodians, and administrators who wholeheartedly dedicate themselves to caring for our children. While we go about our daily routines—it is work, errands, rest, or family responsibilities—they tirelessly nurture young minds. Teaching children gratitude and appreciation is a precious gift that transcends ethnicity, values, gender, and socioeconomic status. Although we often hear about combating racism, promoting justice, and ensuring equity, we sometimes Read More
LAPS Foundation: 2024 Memorial Scholarship Recipients
Larry Baca Memorial Scholarship recipients Anna Wetteland and Grafton Urbatsch. Courtesy photo
LAPS Foundation News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation administers several memorial scholarships to graduating seniors each year.
The following are the recipients from the Class of 2024:
- Grafton Urbatsch and Anna Wetteland are the winners of the Larry Baca Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has participated in track or cross country at Los Alamos High School. The scholarship is named for Larry Baca, a renowned coach in Los Alamos for 30 years and member
SFCC Reception: ‘The Las Vegas Project: Contemporary Life On The Historic Santa Fe Trail In New Mexico’
‘Roy Maestas at Mike’s Paint and Body, Mora, New Mexico 2021.’ Photograph by Ann Carreón, archival ink-jet print by Greg Root. Courtes/SFCC
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College’s (SFCC) Visual Arts Gallery will host an opening reception for “The Las Vegas Project: Contemporary Life on the Historic Santa Fe Trail in New Mexico,” a contemporary black and white photo exhibition, from 3 to 5 p.m. Aug. 20 in the Main Hallway.
The travelling exhibition features 52 archival photographs and oral histories by the project organizer Peter Schreyer and eight master class students from the Crealdé Read More