Pet of the Week: Ralphie the Cat
SHELTER News:
Ralphie, 3, is a DSH spayed, female tabby/tortie, given for adoption with her friend Mo.
Shy at first, Ralphie has come out of her shell and now lets shelter volunteers pet and admire her, however, she reportedly does not care for dogs.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of on-site adoptable pets waiting for a home. Others reside off-campus in foster homes.
“Thank you, Los Alamos! We have had a really good week for cat adoptions,” said Sylvia of Friends of the Shelter. “We are hoping for an equally good week for dog Read More
Plazas of New Mexico Exhibit Reception Dec. 6
Courtesy/LAPL
LIBRARY News:
Sunday, Dec. 9, 1:30-3:30 p.m. – Authors Speak with Chris Wilson and José Zelaya in the Upstairs Meeting Rooms at Mesa Public Library.
The “Plazas of New Mexico Exhibit” Opening Reception is set for 2:30 p.m. in the Upstairs Art Gallery at Mesa Public Library.
The Plazas of New Mexico: a Book & Exhibit from the Historic Preservation and Regionalism Program at the School of Architecture and Planning, UNM, Albuquerque, runs through Jan. 11, 2013.
Mesa Public Library is offering a lively Sunday afternoon of events as part of the downtown Los Read More
The Hive Launches Crowdfunding Campaign
By Dave Jones
The Hive Steward
The Los Alamos County Council voted 7-0 on a resolution directing the County staff to work with us to develop a path for possible County support for The Hive.
We are now working on a proposal that will go through County staff and then back to the Council.
I’m very grateful to those of you that attended the meeting and to those of you who spoke on our behalf.
Photo: The Hive, 134 N.M. 4.
In an attempt to keep The Hive open while we work through this proposal to the County and other possible funding mechanisms, we have set up a crowdfunding
County Holds Ashley Pond 90 Percent Design Information Meeting
Site Construction Plan. Click Image for high resolution view. Slide from Parks Division Presentation
Staff Report
Wednesday evening at Fuller Lodge, Los Alamos County Parks Division held an informational meeting to show the public the 90 percent final design for Ashley Pond Park renovations and to answer questions about the design.
George Radnovich, ASLA, Senior Principal – Landscape Architecture, led the presentation. Radnovich is the founder and partner of Sites Southwest, LLC., the consultant hired by the County to design the pond renovations.
The design has been fleshed out Read More
County Line: Turkey Bowling Anyone?
COUNTY News:
EVENTS:
Turkey Bowling, Anyone?
Celebrate the season opener of the Los Alamos County Ice Rink 3-5 p.m. this Sunday, Nov. 18 with some Thanksgiving fun for the whole family.
Find out more here https:////www.losalamosnm.us/rec/rink/Lists/Ice_RinkEvents/DispForm.aspx?ID=10&RootFolder=%2Frec%2Frink%2FLists%2FIce%5FRinkEvents
No Holiday Trash Collection…
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be No trash or recycling collection Thursday, Nov. 22 or Friday, Nov. 23. If either of those days is your normal trash day, Read More
Valles Caldera Announces Winter Recreation Schedule
VCT News:
Jemez Springs – Snowshoeing, cross country skiing and sleigh rides highlight a full calendar of winter activities announced by the Valles Caldera National Preserve today. The schedule also includes two free snowshoeing and skiing access days.
Winter hours are 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at the Valle Grande Staging Area. An expanded holiday schedule will run 9 a.m.–5 p.m., every day from Dec. 26 through Jan. 6.
New this season, the preserve will remain open for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, Jan. 21 and President’s Day, Feb. 18.
Skiing and snowshoeing open the Read More
‘Voices of the Manhattan Project’ Website Launched
Manhattan Project Insignia. Courtesy/Atomic Heritage Foundation
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Arno Roensch, a glass
Sarah Worley Wins Logo Contest
Sarah Worley with her award winning design. Courtesy photo- Second place: Alexis Garcia
- Third place: Katie Laintz
- Fourth place: Janessa Gonzales
- Honorable mentions include Dara Armstrong, Allegra Dougherty, Karin Ebey, Makenna Ellsworth, Duncan Fuehne, Koya Fuke, Eva Gerrish and Kalen Melton.
To participate in the CROP Hunger Walk/Turkey Trot, arrive between 1:15-1:45 p.m this Read More
Festival of Trees at Betty Ehart Saturday
Photo by Chad Lauritzen
By Bernadette Laurizen
The place to be this Saturday is right in the heart of downtown as Los Alamos MainStreet hosts the 10th annual Festival of Trees at the Betty Ehart Senior Center.
The four-hour festival of fun is just the thing to get into the holiday spirit. The day holds a bevy of holiday trees, decorations, wreaths and more all available by silent auction.
A bake sale and holiday poinsettias will add to the mini mall experience – allowing for one stop shopping. A craft fair will feature jewelry vendors and so much more.
“Also available are holiday decor items, Read More
Los Alamos Canyon Bridge Work Begins Nov. 17
Omega Bridge in Los Alamos. Courtesy/LANL
COUNTY News:
A damaged expansion joint on the south end of the Los Alamos Canyon Bridge, known as Omega Bridge, is being replaced beginning Saturday, Nov. 17.
Los Alamos National Laboratory plans to do the work on weekends when vehicle traffic is reduced. Planned workdays include Nov. 17, Nov. 18, Dec. 1 and Dec. 2.
One lane of the bridge will be closed in each direction and there may be brief periods when traffic is stopped while material is being moved, said Vince Sing of Project Management.
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School Board Moves Projects Forward
By Kirsten Laskey
President Kevin Honnell
During its regular meeting Tuesday night, the Los Alamos School Board approved hiring two companies to move projects forward in the district.
With the board’s nod to contract with Brian McPartlon Roofing, Pinon Elementary School’s roof replacement project will soon start.
Chief Financial Officer John Wolfe explained that the district received funds from the Public Schools Facilities Authority (PSFA) to rebuild a portion of the roof at the elementary school.
Vice President Dawn Venhaus
However, the roof must be completely built Read More
Saturday’s Holiday Arts and Craft Fair Offers Unique Shopping Opportunities
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council is presenting its annual Holiday Arts and Craft Fair 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17.
The new venue for this year’s fair is the Crossroads Bible Church, Hwy 502, East Entry to Los Alamos, between Hilltop House Hotel and the Airport, south side of road.
Community members are invited to seize this opportunity to do all of their holiday shopping at this event, plus benefit an organization that brings to town numerous events throughout the year, such as Brown Bag Concerts, Kite Festival, Pumpkin Glow and Coffeehouse.
The Los Alamos Arts Council has Read More
Hilltoppers Beat Farmington 3-0 in 1st Round Bracket Play at State Tournament, Play Roswell Today
Erin Kirk and Claire Stewart Block at net. Photo by Alan Kirk
Samantha Fenner with block. Photo by Alan Kirk
Savannah Romero with block. Photo by Alan Kirk
Brianna Montano with kill shot. Photo by Alan Kirk Read More
Hilltopper Volleyball Finishes 2nd in State Pool Play
Savannah Romero setting Samantha Fenner against Piedra Vista. Photo by Alan Kirk
Allyssa Tedder sets at net. Photo by Alan Kirk
Danielle Ortiz digs serve and pass for set. Photo by Alan Kirk
Samantha Fenner with kill shot at net. Photo by Alan Kirk Read More
OBITUARY: Robert E. Shafer June 2, 1936–Nov. 11, 2012
ROBERT E. SHAFER June 2, 1936–Nov. 11, 2012
Robert E. Shafer died suddenly at his home Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012. Born in Berkeley, Calif., June 2, 1936, he was 76 years old.
He is survived by his wife Ann Shafer, his sister Gretchen Simpkins, and his beloved Scottish terrier Rosie. He was preceded in death by his brother Paul and by his parents Margaret Shafer and Eugene Shafer.
Robert Shafer was a recognized expert in beam instrumentation for charged-particle accelerators. He is best known for his world-class expertise on Beam Position Monitors.
Following undergraduate study Read More
Plain Geometry: Amish Quilts
Amish Quilt. Courtesy/MIFA
Plain Geometry: Amish Quilts explores the origins and aesthetics of a tradition that has evolved in a changing world.
Opening at the Museum of International Folk Art Sunday, March 3, 2013, 34 quilts will be on view from the museum’s collection and from local collectors.
These remarkably crafted textiles illustrate the influence of religious proscriptions, westward migration, and interaction with “English” neighbors. The exhibition runs through Sept. 1, 2013.
The Amish practice a very conservative form of Protestantism. A set of rules that vary Read More
Four U.S. Organizations Receive 2012 Baldrige National Quality Award
BALDRIGE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank Thursday named four U.S. organizations as recipients of the 2012 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation’s highest Presidential honor for performance excellence through innovation, improvement and visionary leadership.
The winners in this, the 25th anniversary year of the award, represent four different sectors, one repeat recipient and a health network recognized for the same honor earned previously by its flagship hospital.
The 2012 Baldrige Award recipients—listed with their Read More
Community Packs Dixie Girl During First Happy Hour
A crowd fills the bar and dining areas at Dixie Girl Restaurant in downtown Los Alamos Thursday as the eatery hosted its first Happy Hour since receiving its liquor license earlier in the day. So many people turned out for Happy Hour that there was a short wait to be seated. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
The Dixie Girl Restaurant received its liquor license Thursday and the evening was filled with diners and people sampling the alcoholic beverages in the bar area. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com Read More
De Colores Hosts Benefit For Hurricane Sandy Victims
Sue Dummer of De Colores Restaurant sings a song Thursday evening during a benefit for Hurricane Sandy victims. Dummer is originally from New York and has family and friends who still live there. She and De Colores owner Joan Duran hosted the event. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladalypost.com
Local police officers and firefighters including Firefighter Brian Hanson, center, and Police Commander Jason Wardlow-Hererra, participated in arm wrestling competitions Thursday evening at De Colores Restaurant to help raise money, which will be given to the Red Cross to aid Hurricane Sandy victims. Wardlow-Hererra Read More
Eastern Star Selling Holiday Cakes
OES News:
Los Alamos Chapter #63, Order of Eastern Star, is selling fruitcakes, apricot pecan and pineapple pecan cakes from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16 in the Los Alamos National Bank lobby on Trinity Drive.
Future sale dates include all Fridays: Nov. 30 and Dec. 7, 14 and 21.
Contact Judy Goldie, 662-3797 goldienm@comcast.net; Nina Laird, 662-7580; or Betty Robertson, 662-5185, for more information.
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