Fusion Tryouts Set for Nov. 18
NNMFV News:
NNM Fusion Volleyball, Northern New Mexico’s premier girls Junior Olympic Volleyball program, is hosting their annual Tryouts on Nov. 18 at the Los Alamos High School Auxiliary Gym.
Players ages 11-18 are welcome, 11-13 year olds will tryout from 1-3 p.m. and 14-18 year olds will tryout from 3-5 p.m.
NNM Fusion is a non-profit organization, participating in the Sun Country Region of USA Volleyball.
The Sun Country Region includes member club programs in Texas, New Mexico, and southwest Colorado. Club volleyball is financially supported by the parents of the athletes.
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Students Selling Poinsettias and Coffee to Raise Money for Summer Trip to Europe
STUDENT News:
Twenty-two area seniors who want to see the world and develop skills and global-mindedness are planning to travel to Berlin, Prague, the Alps and Paris this summer.
Educator Lynn Ovaska will lead the students on their 13-day educational trip, which includes visiting historic Checkpoint Charlie, the concentration camp Dachau, the famous Mona Lisa and much more.
With hopes to reduce the financial burden of the program fees, students have organized their efforts to raise funds for this life-changing experience.
Europe 2013 travelers are selling florist-quality poinsettias Read More
Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting at Title Guaranty Today
CHAMBER News:
The community is invited to join the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce in welcoming Denise Terrazas and her business Title Guaranty, LLC, with a Ribbon Cutting at 5 p.m. today, Nov. 8.
Also, Terrazas will host an Open House 4-6:30 p.m. today with refreshments catered by the Blue Window and drinks catered by the Hilltop House.
Stop by the Los Alamos National Bank branch at 1200 Trinity Dr. to congratulate her and enjoy the hospitality. Read More
The Right Kind of Help
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TOTH News:
We live in a country today where diversity is highly esteemed, all opinions are equally true, and all religions are teaching a very similar theme.
Photo: Father Colin Kelly
It is also valued that to help others or yourself, you have to do it all on your own strength. This week at Generations, we will explore the uniqueness of Jesus Christ and the Christian faith, as well as how to share this uniqueness with other people.
We will discuss God’s original design for us to help others/ourselves, as well as how Jesus Christ made it possible for humans to fulfill that original purpose. Read More
‘UNM-LA on Display’ Takes Place Nov. 15
By Bernadette Lauritzen
The professors of UNM-LA welcome the public to take part in their “UNM-LA on Display” event Nov. 15.
The community is invited to attend two sessions at the UNM-LA campus, next Thursday to view the showcase of student projects from the current semester.
The sessions will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.-8 p.m. providing the viewing public with a chance to query current students about their projects.
The community will see how students utilized their education and applied it to real life applications, while noshing on some tasty treats.
Professor Dawn Read More
Join PAC 8 for Holiday Wine and Cheese Nov. 16
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 is holding their annual Holiday Wine and Cheese – Silent Auction and Fundraiser at 7 p.m., Nov. 16 at historic Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos.
Do your Holiday shopping in one evening while you taste delicious wines and cheeses from around the world.
Original items such as sushi making lessons with sushi dinner, ski passes from Pajarito Mountain, a 12 lb. organic turkey from Los Alamos Coop, bagels and cream cheese for a year from Ruby K’s, artwork, jewelry, many gift certificates and much, much more will be available for bidding.
Live music will be by Rumelia – a Balkan/Folk/ World Read More
Community Invited Family Council’s First Wellness Seminar Nov. 15
LAFC News:
The Los Alamos Family Council is hosting its first wellness seminar from noon to 1 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 15.
This event is part of the year-long slate of activities commemorating the community behavioral health agency’s 50-year anniversary.
Dr. Christine Hazard is presenting the seminar titled “Emotional Wellness” at Trinity on the Hill Church.
The seminar is open to anyone and applicable to everyone.
A light lunch will be provided to those who attend.
For more information, contact the Los Alamos Family Council at 662-4160. Read More
Festival of Chocolate Coming to Betty Ehart Senior Center Saturday
The Festival of Chocolate formally launches the weeklong event called, Festival of Trees. This year more than 50 items are available for silent auction. Those attending the Festival of Chocolate get the first glance at the many offerings.Courtesy photo
By Bernadette Lauritzen
The Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) and Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) will host the eighth annual Festival of Chocolate at the Betty Ehart Senior Center.
The Los Alamos MainStreet sponsored event will take place from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. Tickets are $20.
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Forest Waives Fees in Honor of Veterans Day
The Frey Trail switchbacks out of Frijoles Canyon and leads to Juniper Campground. NPS Photo/Sally King
SFNF News:
The Santa Fe National Forest announces “Fee-Free Days” over Veterans Day weekend, Nov. 10-12.
We invite the public, veterans, active members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families to take advantage of the beautiful fall weather and enjoy the great outdoors.
The fee waiver applies to all picnic/day-use areas and campgrounds on the Santa Fe National Forest, except for those individual and group campgrounds that are reserved through the Recreation.gov reservation Read More
PBS Commemorates Native American Heritage Month
Racing The Rez – a documentary about Navajo and Hopi cross-country runners at two rival Arizona schools. Courtesy/NMPBS
NMPBS News:
New Mexico PBS commemorates Native American Month with programs airing Nov. 8-22.
Many of this month’s programs focus directly on various Native peoples living in New Mexico or the American Southwest. For ease in highlighting, the various shows are profiled below in chronological order.
RACING THE REZ – New!
7 p.m. Thursday Nov. 8
For the Navajo and Hopi, running is much more than a sport, it is woven into the cultural fabric of their Read More
Educational Opportunity at Santa Fe Opera Guild
Photo: John Webber
SFOG News:
“When Opera Goes to the Movies” presented byJohn Webber at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14 at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 107 W. Barcelona St.
We’re all familiar with the Met Opera’s (and other opera companies’) video transmissions of productions on the big screen which view the action through the “fourth wall” of the stage.
Here, the focus will be to define what makes a filmed version of an opera different from a video presentation of a live, on-stage opera performance.
While many opera directors have also been Read More
Column: Hannemann’s Music Corner – Practice
Hannemann’s Music CornerWelcome to a variety of columns on Music. Not entertainment, nor Happenings, nor Events, but Music.
Some columns are answers to questions people ask, and I invite you to add fuel to the fire by firing off any questions you may have.
Topics will cover the full spectrum: music history, music theory, music as a business, music performance, instrument playing tips.
Some will be short, some not so. Some will have notation (so early on will be some columns about reading notation.)
First up: Practice.
I am absurdly
Dorothy Hoard Shares History With Hikers
Historian Dorothy Hoard, red vest, speaks to 35 people and two dogs who gathered at Guaje Cemetery before leading them on a hike into Rendija Canyon and the Beanfield Mesa Oct. 27. Woodpeckers and red-tailed hawks kept the hikers company on a day filled with gorious weather and lots of interesting history. Hiker Joyce Nickols, wearing sunglasses, stands next to Hoard. Photo by Felicia Orth
Ascending the Cabra Trail up to Beanfield Mesa with her 35 hikers, Living Treasure, author and local historian Dorothy Hoard led participants around the mesa top, past historic locations and to spectacular Read More
Youth Hockey Registration Underway
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LAHA News:
Online registration is open for children and teens interested in playing ice hockey this winter through the Los Alamos Hockey Association.
Children as young as three can learn to play the fastest game on Earth through LAHA’s programs, which include ATOMS for the youngest beginners, co-ed teams through high school, and two girls-only teams.
The season will officially start with the opening of the Los Alamos County rink, anticipated to occur next week.
LAHA has a large inventory of rental equipment available for players of all ages. A gear rental session will occur Read More
Seeking New Living Treasures Nominations
LIVING TREASURES News:
Nominations for new Living Treasures for the April 2013 ceremony are now being accepted.
Only residents of Los Alamos County are eligible to be nominated and elected as Treasures.
Include as much information as possible about the nominee and how the person has contributed to making Los Alamos a great place to live.
Guidelines for writing nominations are available at www.livingtreasureslosalamos.org.
Email and the completed nomination to rosalieheller88@gmail.com by Nov. 30. Read More
LAHS Students Hold Mock Election
From left, Los Alamos High School senior Nicholas Hill cast his ballot as “election workers” Isabelle Coons, senior, and Grace Montano, junior, participate in the LAHS Presidential Mock Election. Photo by Maire O’NeillElection 2012 Wrap Up
Robert Gibson, Bonnie J. Gordon, JoAnn Johnson and Karen Kendall review poll results. Photo by Salvador Zapien/ladailypost.comOn the Mesa Facing North: A Big Night for Local Democrats
ON THE MESA FACING NORTH
Money IQ: Avoid Holiday Shopping Surprises – Know Your Debit Card Daily Purchase Limit
Money IQAvoid Holiday Shopping Surprises – Know Your Debit Card Daily Purchase Limit
During the holiday season, it is not uncommon to spend more on a daily basis than usual.
If you are planning on using your debit card to pay for purchases, it is a good idea to be familiar with your financial institutions daily debit card purchase transaction limit.
You have probably witnessed (or have experienced it yourself), a shopper’s debit card being declined at the check-out stand.
The shopper insists that they have money in their checking account but the cashier is unable to get authorization Read More
No Trash or Recycling Collection Monday Nov. 12
COUNTY News:
In observance of Veterans Day, there will be no trash or recycling collection Monday, Nov. 12.
If Monday is your normal pickup day – please put out trash and recycling by 8 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14 for collection.
For questions, contact Tom Nagawiecki, Environmental Services Specialist at 662-8383. Read More