The Cone Zone: Week of July 15
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
For more information about the projects listed below, please e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 662-8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us. Please slow down and use caution as you travel through these construction areas.
White Rock Paving Preservation:
Milling will start on Bryce between east of Verbena to Meadow Lane Monday, July 15 followed by milling on Louise. As work progresses next week, milling operations will move to Kayenta, then Joya Loop Meadow to Meadow, followed by the Joya Loop cul-de-sac. Flyers will be distributed to residents Read More
Solo Traveler: Free Lodging, Part II
Solo Traveler: Free Lodging Part IIIn the previous column, I talked about people swapping their homes for free lodging on trips.
But for those who don’t yet own a home, and/or are still energetic and adventurous, there are more interesting alternatives: WWOOF, WorkAway, and volunteer programs.
WWOOF stands for World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms and WorkAway gives you a chance to work away from your comfort zone.
On both websites people who need some help with a farm, business, or home, advertise room and board in exchange for about twenty hours of work per week. Read More
Udall Statement on Historic Gridlock in Washington
Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. Senate News:
WASHINGTON–U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-NM, issued the following statement on the need to end gridlock in Washington:
“I have said for a long time: the Senate is a graveyard for good ideas. Gridlock, hyper-partisanship, delay, obstruction – it all adds up to one thing: broken.
“I have been calling for changes in the Senate rules since I was elected to the Senate – for a simple reason: the Senate is not serving the American people. It’s not serving the people of my home state of New Mexico.
“What we’re seeing is historic abuse of the filibuster and Read More
Local Band Seeks Support As Online Voting Begins
The Renegade Mountain Band. Courtesy photo
Staff Report:
Online voting has begun for the Clint Black Country Cares Competition.
Local country band The Renegade Mountain Band, is set to battle it out against three other New Mexico bands in the live finals of the competition at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 14 at The Dirty Bourbon Dance Hall and Saloon in Albuquerque.
The winner will open for Clint Black Aug. 3 at Sandia Resort. In addition to crowd applause the night of the competition, an online voting component will help determine the winner. Fans wishing to cast their support for the local band can vote once Read More
Beer Fiesta at Pajarito Ski Mountain One of Highest-Elevation Microbrew Events in U.S.
Beer Co-op members sign up recruits at the Ski Hill. Courtesy photoStaff Report:
The Los Alamos Beer Co-op is brewing up one of the highest-elevation events in the country for beer lovers with the first ever Beer Fiesta Saturday, July 27 at Pajarito Ski Mountain.
Because Pajarito Ski Mountain sits at an altitude above 9,000 feet, this is one of the highest elevation beer fiestas in the nation and sure to be a high-spirited one, at that.
The family-friendly “Beer Fiesta” is sponsored by the Los Alamos Beer Co-op, which now has more than 140 members. The fiesta celebrates the group’s first anniversary. Read More
We Are The Champions: LA All Stars Take District One Championship!
LA All Stars team members Jacob Benelli, Logan Bishop, Robbie Carter, Jakob Castille, Walker Eaton, Sam Fisher, Antonio Gonzales, Luke Kirkland, Jason Manzanares, James Neal, Niccolo Snyder, Arthur Steinkamp and Hunter Swavely. Courtesy photo
LAAS News:
The Los Alamos All Stars (11 and 12-year-olds) won the District One Championship Wednesday.
The team, consisting of players from Los Alamos and White Rock Little Leagues, went undefeated throughout the tournament.
The first game saw Los Alamos score nine runs in the first inning against Pojoaque to take a commanding lead. Los Alamos Read More
5-Steps To A Clutter Free House
5-Steps To A Clutter Free House (that’s easier to sell)Decluttering is one of the first things to do before you list your home, but the process of decluttering can be frustrating for many.
Follow these five clutter-tackling steps to increase the value of your home (and enjoy your space.)
- Start with a small area.
Closet, shelves and cupboards are good starting points. By marking of a small and well-defined area you make it possible to finish the job in less than a half-hour and gain the satisfaction of seeing your results.
If you get frustrated with, put off dealing with or simply Read More
Highway Maintenance Near Española Monday
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE–The New Mexico Department of Transportation will begin a month-long pavement preservation project next week just north of Española.
The maintenance work will begin Monday, July 15 on N.M. 68 between mile markers 6 and 12. Mile marker 6 is approximately one mile north of the junction of N.M. 68 and N.M. 74.
Two private contractors will be doing the work, which is estimated to be completed on or before Aug. 31, pending good weather and no equipment or material supplier problems. Motorists can expect to encounter lane closures and minor delays.
For more information, Read More
Local Author Cary Neeper Recounts American Library Association Conference
Cary Neeper signs copies of ‘The Webs of Varok’ at the ALA Conference. Courtesy photo
By CARY NEEPER
About 26,000 people attended the June 28-July 1 American Library Association Annual Conference and Exhibition at Chicago’s McCormick Place.
At this huge gathering of librarians and teachers, book publishers and authors saw many roller carts filled with books pack the checkout stand near the front entrance of McCormick Place before the weekend came to a close. Some were giveaways, some half price and most probably destined for community and school libraries.
Out of hundreds of Read More
Ping Pong Balls Simulate Neutrons in Chain Reaction at Bradbury Science Museum
During ‘Downtown Friday Nights’ at the Bradbury Science Musesum Friday, Ian Aeby demonstrates his Pinocchio 2.0, a complex network of sensors and mechanics that uses ping pong balls to simulate what happens to neutrons in a chain reaction. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Audience member Aidan Monteith, 12, agrees to assist Aeby during the demonstration. Museum marketing coordinator Jessica Privitte, center, looks on. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report:
Audience members viewed “Pinocchio Reanimated!” during the Downtown Friday Night event Read More
Hundreds Affected By Friday’s Power Outages
DPU News:
Friday’s noon lightning storm caused hundreds of Los Alamos customers around the townsite to temporarily lose power.
North Community, Quemazon, Ponderosa Estates, the ski hill, several homes in both the Fairway and Villa neighborhoods as well as Aspen School all lost power about the same time. Linemen with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities were busy restoring power to the various locations.
Estimated restoration times:
- 12:18 p.m. to North Community, Quemazon and Ponderosa Estates;
- 12:30
Fun Flies at Friday’s Summer Concert
Community members waved balloons and kids to the music of the West Africa Highlife Band at Friday’s summer concert at Ashley Pond. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com 
The music of the West Africa Highlife Band drew audience members to dance at Friday’s summer concert at Ashley Pond. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
West Africa Highlife Band. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
West African bass player. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Kids play with light sticks at the concert. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comEnvironmental Sustainability Board Seeks Applicants
The Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board is looking for applicants to fill a vacancy. The Environmental Sustainability Board provides and gathers public input on environmental sustainability issues. Applications for this board position will be accepted through July 19. Contact Tom Nagawiecki at 505-662-8383 or tom.nagawiecki@lacnm.us for more information. Courtesy/LAC
Second Splash ‘n Dash Results Announced
A Triatomics Club member waiting for the Go command from the swim timer. Courtesy photo
Mike Englehardt sprinting for the finish line. Courtesy photo
A young swimmer just finishing his swim. Courtesy photo
TRIATOMICS News:
Here are the results from Wednesday’s Splash n Dash. There will be two more Splash n Dashes this summer. The next is July 24 and the last is Aug. 7. There will be prizes at the Aug. 7 Splash n Dash for anyone who participates in three or more.
The events are free and open to ages 6 and up. There are three courses this year: a 400M swim and 5K run, a 200M swim and Read More
Pet of the Week: Cassidy the Dog
Cassidy the Dog. Courtesy photo
SHELTER News:
Cassidy is a young spayed female fawn/white hound mix, about a year old. She is a total sweetie and a quick learner. She is good with people and other dogs. Cassidy loves to go for walks and is leash trained. She also knows “sit.”
All adoptable pets are microchipped, spayed or neutered, and brought up-to-date on vaccinations. Dogs are checked for heartworm.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of adoptable pets.
Visit the Friends of the Shelter’s new website at www.lafos.org for information about
Stacia Lewandowski Speaks on Early Artists of Santa Fe
Stacia Lewandowski, author of ‘Light, Landscape and the Creative Quest: Early Artists of Santa Fe’ will speak July 25. Courtesy photoNew Mexico is fortunate to attract and foster many artists of all kinds.
In her intriguing book on some of the visual artists who found the high desert light and landscape of Santa Fe irrestible and inspiring, Stacia Lewandowski explores their lives and art through photographs and personal stories. The book is actually a two volume set which includes a separate walking tour booklet of many artists’ homes and sites in Santa Fe.
As July’s Read More
Luján Opposes Bill That Deletes Nutrition Programs
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
CONGRESSIONAL News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement Thursday after voting against a Republican Farm Bill that stripped out provisions to fund nutrition programs under the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program.
“Last month, House Republicans brought a Farm Bill up for a vote that slashed $20 billion from food assistance programs that help families and their children from going hungry when they fall on hard times,” Luján said.
“Today, House Republicans went one step Read More
Sumo Robots Rumble at the Hive Saturday
Staff Report
The Hive is holding its first ever Mini-Sumo Robot Rumble starting at noon Saturday, July 13 and continuing until there is a winner. The public is invited to visit the Hive and watch the competition. The Hive is at 134 N.M. 4, in White Rock just east of Metzger's Do it Best Hardware.
Mini-Sumo Robots are electronic gadgets that are fun to build and program without extensive technical knowledge. The Hive plans to offer more Mini-Sumo Robot building classes along with Arduino Microprocessor instruction. The Hive will periodically hold Mini-Sumo Robot battle competitions, Read More
Importance of Science Education to National Security will be Los Alamos Director’s Topic at TEDxABQ
Charles McMillan
Importance of Science Education to National Security will be Los Alamos Director’s Topic at TEDxABQ
- Physicist Charles McMillan to provide unique perspective
Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Charlie McMillan will be one of 17 speakers at this year’s TEDxABQ, event organizers announced this week. TEDxABQ, scheduled for Saturday, September 7 at Popejoy Hall, is an independently organized event in Albuquerque affiliated with the popular TED Talks series.
McMillan will discuss the linkage between early education in science, technology, Read More
Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: July 12
Sponsored by www.fyila.com
Summer Concert Series – West African Highlife Band 7 p.m. Friday, July 12 at Ashley Pond Park
Los Alamos Downtown Friday Night July 12
- Exhibit until 9 p.m. Fuller Lodge Art Center
- Retro Game Night 4:30 to 7 p.m. Mesa Public Library. Do you remember Mister Rogers? Romper Room? Hodge Podge Lodge? Come to Mesa Public Library and relive those 60’s, 70’s and 80’s with ‘vintage’ games and crafts you grew up with.
- Medieval Living Demos until 8 p.m. Historical SocietySociety for Creative Anachronism Medieval-era living history demonstrations