Self Help Inc. Thanks Gillian Sutton
From left, Michaelle Sutton, Gillian Sutton, David Sutton, Ellen Morris Bond and Walter Barkley as Self Help, Inc. board members and staff present Gillian Sutton with a gift to thank her for the many hours given to make the Empty Bowls Project a successful event. The 2013 Empty Bowl raised $12,000 to support the programs of Self Help, Inc. Gillian Sutton and KRSN will continue to sponsor and coordinate the annual event, which has become one of Los Alamos’ favorite spring fundraisers. Courtesy photo
Free Business Development Breakfast & Workshop Thursday for Military Veterans
NMDVA News:
Military veterans who want to start their own business or expand an existing operation are invited to attend a free Business Development Breakfast and Workshop in Los Alamos from 7:30-9 a.m. Thursday, April 4.
The event is at UNM-Los Alamos, 4000 University Dr., in the Lecture Hall – Room 230.
The workshop is presented by the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services, the New Mexico Veterans’ Business Outreach Center (VBOC), the U.S. Small Business Administration, The New Mexico Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the SBDC’s Procurement Technical Assistance Read More
Test Drive New Commuter Plane at County Airport Open House Friday
Courtesy/Cessna
COUNTY News:
Come check out the plane that could be your next ride to Albuquerque!
The Los Alamos County Airport is hosting an open house 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 5.
The open house will feature tours of the Cessna Caravan, a nine-seat turbopropaircraft—one of the New Mexico Airlines’ fleet that will be providing commercial air service between Los Alamos and Albuquerque beginning Monday, April 8.
“Once people see the plane and gain an understanding of how reliable it is, they will not be able to resist choosing a $49, 20-minute flight to the Sunport over a two-hour drive and Read More
Sprout Technological Shoots and Tame Your Smart Phone
UNM-LA News:
Does your smart phone still emit unsolicited squeaks before dawn?
Are you envious of friends who get driving directions from their Droid?
No need to worry. This month, UNM-Los Alamos Community Education offers a series of classes on smart phones that will help you eliminate unwanted settings and take advantage of the phone’s best features.
Topics covered include synching calendars, setting up media, using the Internet and downloading and installing apps.
Classes begin April 10 and meet 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday mornings for three weeks. Read More
The Pain Free Athlete: Does it Hurt to Run and Play?
Jessica Kisiel
Sports and exercise shouldn’t hurt. For many of us, though, moving our bodies creates symptoms of pain.
It is common to blame the activity for the pain. Running is the most common culprit. I recall my doctor telling me to never run again after my first knee surgery,
Pace Race Series Begins 40th Season
Despite cool temperatures, the Atomic City Road Runners kicked off its 40th season Tuesday. Courtesy photoLos Alamos Historical Sculptures Master Plan – The Details
Oppenheimer and Groves statues on Central Avenue in front of Fuller Lodge adorned with flowers during the 2012 County Fair. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
By Greg Kendall
Los Alamos Daily Post
The Historical Sculptures Master Plan
The Historical Sculptures “Master Plan” proposes 18 bronze lifelike statues representing five eras of Los Alamos History be placed in multiple locations in the downtown Los Alamos area.
The historical eras are the Manhattan Project, Ranch School, Homestead, Cold War and Ancestral Pueblo.
Nancy Bartlit, a former county councilor and past Read More
Beer and Movie About Beer April 18
LABC News:
Beer and a movie? Why the heck not?
Join the Los Alamos Beer Co-op at 6:45 p.m. Thursday, April 18 for beer and a movie about beer. (Does it get any better?)
Seating is limited, so get tickets early.
‘Lunch with a Leader’ Features Tom Ribe April 11
Tom RibeMusic and Memories of Scott ‘Dreddlokk’ Irving April 6
Your Money: Your Portfolio Has To Match Your Financial Plan
Your Money: Your Portfolio Has To Match Your Financial PlanSeveral years ago, when I was teaching people how to trade growth stocks, I was teaching a seminar in Dallas. Or Denver. Or San Diego. I really don’t remember, but one attendee stands out, even to this day.
He was a friendly enough guy, sitting in the first or second row. I liked to walk around and introduce myself to attendees before the seminar got under way, so I found myself talking to this gentleman and his friend. Turned out he was a postal worker, and he had a question for me.
He asked whether the seminar would cover Read More
New Mexico Performance Excellence Awards Ceremony April 22-23
QUALITY NEW MEXICO News:
- David Barger, JetBlue President/CEO and Dr. Terry Holliday, keynote event
ALBUQUERQUE – Registration is underway for the 2013 Quality New Mexico Learning Summit and New Mexico Performance Excellence Awards Ceremony scheduled for April 22-23 at the Hyatt Regency Albuquerque.
Keynote speakers for the event are David Barger, President/CEO, JetBlue and Dr. Terry Holliday, Commissioner of Kentucky Department of Education.
The two-day Learning Summit will feature “best practice” sessions on the “7 Keys to Performance Excellence” by outstanding Read More
Liz Lockhart Takes Gold at Level 6 State Championship
Liz Lockhart takes the gold in the all-around competition. Photo by Kristen Lockhart
Liz Lockhart earns the gold on bars with an 8.95. Photo by Kristen Lockhart
LASG News:
Liz Lockhart of the Los Alamos School of Gymnastics Atomic Tumblers became the New Mexico State Level 6 All-around Champion in her division for her performance at the Level 6 State Gymnastics Meet in Albuquerque March 2.
Lockhart scored a 35.75 all-around, her highest score of the season. She also earned the New Mexico State Champion titles on bars (8.95) and floor (8.6), and took silver on beam (9.25) and bronze on vault Read More
Zombie Costume Contest at Research Park April 4
Experience Santa Fe Landscapes by Artist Bonnie Binkert in Portal Gallery at Fuller Lodge Art Center
June Equinox by Bonnie Binkert
Staff Report
Mixed media work by Santa Fe artist Bonnie Binkert is on display through April 20 in the Portal Gallery at Fuller Lodge Art Center.
The Santa Fe landscapes in “Celebrating the Seasons “ compliment “We Who Are Clay” in the main gallery.
“In these latest mixed media works – all done in 2012-13 – I’ve tried to capture the land’s rhythmic and dynamic qualities,” Binkert said. “I’ve incorporated watercolor washes and accents of gouache and acrylic to create a series of atmospheric landscapes celebrating the seasons and senses of New Mexico.” Read More
Summer Concert Series Benefit Dance April 12
Food on the Hill: Scalloped Potatoes with Ham and Bacon
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Real Estate Round Table: Navigating Obstacles in the Home Buying Process
Real Estate Round Table: Navigating Obstacles in the Home Buying ProcessThe road to buying a home can be both exciting and stressful. While buyers and sellers are generally motivated to make the deal go smoothly, challenges can arise.
It’s wise to be prepared and find professionals who you can trust. Your Realtor and mortgage loan officer will be your greatest allies throughout this process.
Loan Obstacles – The tight financial climate has led to many changes in the mortgage.
There are a number of things you can do to be prepared:
- Get your finances in order
Tom Schuch as Einstein this Weekend in Santa Fe
Staff Report
The year is 1946, the Bomb has been dropped, the world has forever changed, and Albert Einstein has invited the audience over to his home to set the record straight about his life.
Einstein will pay a visit to Santa Fe at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
Tom Schuch will present his award-winning, one-man show, Einstein: A Stage Portrait, by Willard Simms.
Each performance will be followed immediately by a conversation with Schuch.
The performance is at Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie in Santa Fe (near Home Depot.)
Tickets are $16 ($12 for seniors and students) and are Read More