PEEC News:
March 2020 events at the Los Alamos Nature Center, operated by Pajarito Environmental Education Center:
Monday, March 2
Nature Playtime
Join local families for fun, hands-on activities, hikes, games, and stories in nature. 10-11 a.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 6
Gentle Walk
A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 6
A Safe Travel Guide to Black Holes: Mysteries & Myths
Get ready to plan your next vacation to a black hole with Hyun Lim! Learn what astrophysicists know and don’t know about black holes, clear up some common myths, and find out how to stay safe on your journey. 7 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Saturday, March 7
Feature Film: Black Holes
Voyage through the galaxies in search of answers to explain the riddles of black holes! 2 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $4/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Sunday, March 8
Nature Yoga and Trail Run
Practice yoga with Christa Tyson at the nature center, where you have a great view of nature. Optional: Arrive at 10:30 a.m. to join Christa for a pre-yoga run. 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Admission: yoga or run for $7/$5 for members; yoga and run for $12/$8 for members. More information at peecnature.org.
Monday, March 9
Nature Playtime
Join local families for fun, hands-on activities, hikes, games, and stories in nature. 10-11 a.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Tuesday, March 10
Family Star Party, Sponsored by New Mexico Bank & Trust
Join PEEC for a Family Star Party! A PEEC educator will help the group explore space in an informal setting to learn more about constellations, planets, and more! 5:30-6 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Tuesday, March 10
Family Night, Sponsored by Kiwanis Club
Come to the nature center to enjoy songs, games, and crafts with the Mesa Public Library’s Melissa Mackey. Family Nights are sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos. 6-7 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 13
Gentle Walk
A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 13
The Universe in Six Strings
Back by popular demand! Join classical guitarist and physicist Mohit Dubey for a one-of-a-kind performance in the planetarium. Listeners will go on a journey throughout the universe using music as a vehicle. 7 p.m. Admission: $10/adult, $6/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Saturday, March 14
Feature Film: National Parks Adventure
Enjoy incredible footage and stories from America’s national parks. This film is brought to Los Alamos by our sponsors: CB Fox, Metzger’s Hardware, and the Delle Foundation with additional funding from the Manhattan Project National Historical Park. 2 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $4/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Sunday, March 15
Nature Yoga and Trail Run
Practice yoga with Christa Tyson at the nature center, where you have a great view of nature. Optional: Arrive at 10:30 a.m. to join Christa for a pre-yoga run. 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Admission: yoga or run for $7/$5 for members; yoga and run for $12/$8 for members. More information at peecnature.org.
Monday, March 16
Nature Playtime
Join local families for fun, hands-on activities, hikes, games, and stories in nature. 10-11 a.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Tuesday, March 17
Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Take Over the Nature Center
Enjoy an evening of fun games from the Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Division. 6-7:30 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 20
Gentle Walk
A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 20
Cepheid Pulsating Variable Stars
Join Joyce Guzik to hear about the latest discoveries related to cepheid variable stars — the yard sticks of our universe! 7 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $4/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Saturday, March 21
March Pajarito Plateau Bird Walk
Join PEEC for our monthly birding walk. This is a perfect outing for both people who already enjoy birding or those who are just beginning. 7:30 a.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Saturday, March 21
Feature Film: We are Stars
This exciting, family-friendly film connects us to the evolution of the Universe and explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry. 2 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $4/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Sunday, March 22
Nature Yoga and Trail Run
Practice yoga with Christa Tyson at the nature center, where you have a great view of nature. Optional: Arrive at 10:30 a.m. to join Christa for a pre-yoga run. 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Admission: yoga or run for $7/$5 for members; yoga and run for $12/$8 for members. More information at peecnature.org.
Tuesday, March 24
Visiting the Polar Bear Capital of the World
Hear about Jean Dewart’s journey to the Polar Bear Capital of the World at the March Los Alamos Mountaineers meeting. 7 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 27
Gentle Walk
A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org.
Friday, March 27
The Age of the Earth and How We Know It
Explore how people have been able to reach a consensus regarding the Earth’s age at this planetarium talk with Galen Gisler. 7 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $4/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Saturday, March 28
Feature Film: Superpower Dogs
Join an immersive adventure to experience the life-saving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs. This film is locally sponsored by Pet Pangaea LLC. 2 p.m. Admission: $6/adult, $4/child. More information at peecnature.org.
Monday, March 30
Nature Playtime
Join local families for fun, hands-on activities, hikes, games, and stories in nature. 10-11 a.m. Admission: Free. More information at peecnature.org