NMPW Announces 2014 Zia Book Winners
NMPW News:
New Mexico Press Women’s 2014 Zia Book Awards honored four writers at the organization’s annual meeting April 26 in Las Cruces. Their books rose to the top of the pool of 14 submissions entered this year for children’s books by female New Mexico authors.
The 2014 Zia Award judges selected one winner and one honorable mention in each of two categories: Picture Books and Youth Books.
Winning Books and their Authors:
Kitten Caboodle by Paige Grant (illustrated by Lisa Williams; Azro Press)
After retiring as a hydrologist, Paige Grant, along with her husband, became an active volunteer Read More
Opening of ‘Things with Wings’ Flies High Friday
A large crowd packed the opening of ‘Things with Wings’ Friday at the Fuller Lodge Art Center. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
A volunteer from the Wildlife Center shows a red tailed hawk to visitors at the opening of ‘Things with Wings.’ Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Artist Lily Schlien, right, speaks with gallery-goers about her solo show in the Portal Gallery. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Gymnists from High Flyers Gymnastics show off their skills outside the Fuller Lodge Art Center Friday. Photo by BonnieLeslie Bucklin Displays Her Photographs at Manhattan Project Restaurant
Photographer Leslie Bucklin of Quaking Aspen Fine Art held an open house Friday for her show, on display in the walkway outside the Manhattan Project Restaurant in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comDerby Dames Host Regional Mashup 6 p.m. Today
The Los Alamos Derby Dames will host a Regional Mashup at 6 p.m., today at the Ice Rink. The event is free and will conclude with an after-party at the Manhattan Project Restaurant. The Dames were on hand at the opening of ‘Things with Wings’ Friday at Fuller Lodge Art Center. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com ‘Our Favorite Quilts’ Opens at Mesa Public Library
The Los Alamos Piecemakers Quilt Guild Show, ‘Our Favorite Quilts,’ opened with a reception Friday in the Upstairs Gallery at Mesa Public Library. The show continues through May 31. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Quilts of all shapes and sizes grace the walls of the Upstairs Gallery in Mesa Public Library. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Visitors check out the many quilts by members of the Los Alamos Piecemakers Quilt Guild on display at Friday’s opening reception for ‘Our Favorite Quilts.’ Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comAquatic Center Closes For In-service Day May 17
COUNTY News:
The Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center at 2760 Canyon Road in Los Alamos will be closed Saturday, May 17 for its annual staff in-service training.
This year, the staff will re-certify in the American Red Cross Lifeguard certification and Bloodborne Pathogens Training and thanks the community for its patience during this closure time.
The pool will re-open Sunday, May 18. For information, call 505.662.8170. Read More
Van Drives Into 18 Wheeler Flatbed Trailer Parked on Bryce Street in White Rock
Los Alamos police and firefighters rushed to the scene of an accident around 7:15 p.m. today in which a van ran into the back of a 18 wheeler with flatbed trailer parked on Bryce Street in front of Pinon Park Pool. EMTs checked out the driver and his passenger and released both at the scene. Officers said the driver was going about 20 miles per hour heading west on Bryce when the glaring sun impaired his ability to see the parked rig in front of him. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos firefighters assess the situation. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A Los Alamos firefighter Read More
Pink Canopy at Smith’s Gas Station Helping Fight Breast Cancer
The pink canopy at Smith’s gas station on the corner of Trinity Drive and Knecht Street is set up to sell cans of foam cleaner in an effort to raise money to fight breast cancer. Workers said the cans cost two for $25 and each can will shine an average size car six times including windows, mirrors, lights and paint. The sale will continue tomorrow while supplies last. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Twenty Two Los Alamos Businesses Opening Under One Large Roof Today!
Co-owners Keith and Barbara Lindsay of Nu 2 U Consignments. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Keith Lindsay/Atomic City Designs LLC
Twenty two Los Alamos businesses are opening their doors at 10 a.m. today under one large roof at 1460 Trinity Dr., Suite 1. Nu 2 U Consignments is a division of Atomic City Designs, LLC, which is focused on offering affordable, quality items to the Northern New Mexico community through a team of forward-thinking entrepreneurs.
“We are a local business in Los Alamos providing opportunities for local entrepreneurs Read More
Lt. Gov. Speaks at LAFRW 60th Anniversary
New Mexico Lt. Gov. John Sanchez speaks to the crowd gathered at Fuller Lodge Thursday to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women. Check back at ladailypost.com later for more photos and details from the event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
New Mexico Lt. Gov. John Sanchez is the featured speaker at Thursday’s 60th anniversary celebration of the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women. Check back at ladailypost.com later for more photos and details from the event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Attendees listen to Lt. Gov. John Read More
Memorial Bench Along ADA Pathway to Ashley Pond Honors June Ryti
Wendy Swanson of LA Walks speaks to the crowd about the legacy of her mother in law ADA advocate June Ryti just before a special ceremony Thursday dedicating a park bench in her honor at Ashley Pond Park. ‘She served as an inspiration to many of us who promote handicap accessibility,’ Swanson said. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Members of LA Walks, friends, family, Transportation Board members and County officials gather for a photo around the park bench dedicated Thursday in honor of ADA advocate June Ryti at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comLos Alamos Residents Vernon and Bettie Kerr Celebrate 60 Years of Marriage
Bettie L. Poe of Dunlap, New Mexico and Vernon N. Kerr of Gallup, New Mexico were joined in holy matrimony on April 22, 1954 in the First Presbyterian Church of Las Vegas, New Mexico by the Reverend Mancini. The couple have three children, David, Leslie (Gurley), Stuart (Deceased), two grandchildren, Crystal (Hicks), Jeremiah and four great grandchildren. Courtesy of Don Taylor’s Photography
Unitarian Forum: Sen. Bill O’Neill Discusses Behavioral Health Audit Sunday, May 4
Sen. Bill O’Neill
UNITARIAN News:
This week’s Unitarian Forum is a talk by Sen. Bill O’Neill, Dist. 13 (Albuquerque North Valley), at 9 a.m. Sunday, May 4 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos, 1738 N Sage Loop. The public is invited to attend.
O’Neill is a member of the Behavioral Health Subcommittee of the New Mexico Legislative Health and Human Services Committee. He will talk about issues concerning the recent behavioral health audit in New Mexico.
This week’s talk is part of the continuing Forum Series at the Unitarian Church.
DPNM Files Public Records Request for Martinez DA Files
STATE News:
Pursuant to the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Sam Bregman submitted a request April 30 for email and written correspondence between then-District Attorney and Gubernatorial candidate Susana Martinez, her campaign staff and the Third Judicial District Attorney’s office in 2009 and/or 2010.
The request follows recent reporting that Martinez’s 2010 campaign utilized the DA’s office for overtly political purposes. According to the Mother Jones report:
“A former [Martinez] staffer recalls the campaign Read More
Pet of the Week: Hero the Black Cat
Hero the cat. Courtesy/FOS
SHELTER News:
Hero is a 10-year-old black male cat recently surrendered with his dog buddy Wriggs when his family moved. He is very mellow and sweet and loves attention – a volunteer noted that he had a hard time standing still at his food bowl because he was so content that he was kneading bread and trying to eat at the same time.
Hero recently had to have some teeth pulled, but now his mouth is nice and clean with no more fish breath. Because he has a few less teeth, he prefers to eat wet food sometimes, but he can still eat dry food.
This lovable guy would do well in a home with Read More
Chick Keller Presents Talk on Climate Control Wednesday
SIERRA CLUB News:
The Sierra Club will present a talk by Chick Keller titled “Climate Contradictions and Complexities” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 in Room 203, Building 2 at UNM-Los Alamos.
It has been well established that human emission of greenhouse gases is warming the world. In the past few years, however, there has been quite a bit of work on trying to tie down just how much warming is to be expected.
In addition, there has grown up quite a literature discussing the seeming lack of global warming over the past 12 years or so.
Finally, an increasing number of studies have been trying Read More
LAHS Listening Post Seeks Treat Donations
LAHS News:
Los Alamos High School is seeking donations of snacks for the Listening Post. The Listening Post is staffed with volunteers to lift student morale by offering snacks prior to testing times. Its motto is “Gab/Granola Bar/Grumble.”
The Listening Post is open during morning sessions throughout AP testing and again during finals week. Those who would like to make donations can drop them by the main office at LAHS.
Suggested items include pre-packaged cookies, crackers or pretzels, juice boxes, fruit snacks, candy, fruit or jerky. These treats can be used for students Read More
Olions Present ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ This Weekend
Katie Downing as Mrs. Meers in last night’s preview performance of ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie.’ Los Alamos High School Olions Thespian Club presents ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ at 7 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2 p.m. (understudy show) and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 3 and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4 in the Duane Smith Auditorium. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students. Photo by Maria Thibodeau. Courtesy/www.mariawritingwithlight.com
Devon McCleskey as Muzzy Van Hossmere, with Joe Singleton and Cody Maggiore. Photo by Maria Thibodeau/www.mariawritingwithlight.comWorld’s Best Crème Brulée Might Just Be Found at Blue Window Bistro in Los Alamos
International travelers visiting Los Alamos from California Wednesday dined at Blue Window Bistro, 813 Central Ave., and described the Crème Brulée they ate for dessert as ‘without question the best in the world.’ The secret may be the fact that Blue Window Bistro infuses fresh rosemary into its classic Crème Brulée. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Letter to the Editor: Opportunity to Enrich Your Life
By BOB and SUSAN FUSELIERFor the past two years, Susan and I have been host parents for two amazing young adults from overseas. It is an understatement to say our lives have been greatly enriched by this opportunity. In addition to the privilege of sharing their lives for almost year, we became members of their families through Skype. The benefits to us are hard to enumerate, but include learning the customs and some of the language of those from another country, discussing our differences (some) and similarities (many), seeing the world from a different perspective, and enjoying the Read More
