Business

Bilingual Montessori Students Given ‘Undeniable Advantage’

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Courtesy/Montessori

By Kirsten Laskey

The Bilingual Montessori School is on a roll. Since opening its doors in 2008, enrollment has escalated, the location has changed and expanded and Owner Odalys González Fernández has earned a Success Client Award from the Small Business Development Center in 2008

Just what are the secrets behind the school’s success?

“We are known for having a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and nurturing environment,” Fernández said. “What we give parents foremost is peace of mind. We work with parent’s needs, wants, fears and desires. We operate Read More

‘EVERYTHING Matters’ Talk is Thursday at The Hive

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THE HIVE News:

James Glover will present at talk at 6:30 p.m. at The Hive in White Rock.

Glover is the founding partner of The Idea Group and is a branding, marketing and media expert.

Over the past 10 years, Glover has worked with many New Mexico clients to develop strategic plans and branding initiatives. He recently launched “Once a Day Marketing,” his daily video blog featured on SantaFe.com to provide knowledge, strategy and inspiration for companies to market every day.

When it comes to branding, everything matters.

In today’s competitive world, a brand matters even more as consumers Read More

Youth Set Record for Business Grant Applications

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LACDC News:

Youth interested in starting a summer business this year have set a record for the Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation’s annual Youth Business Grant Program (YBGP.)

This year, 25 youth have submitted applications to the program, including 14 applicants from Los Alamos, nine from Espanola and two from Pojoaque.

The YBGP provides grants of up to $400 to youth, ages 13-19, who want to experience the rewards of starting a summer business.

The program has provided more than 240 young entrepreneurs with grants since 1985.

Past participants report learning valuable Read More

Legendary Black Hole is Liquidating Inventory

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The Black Hole/Courtesy

The Black Hole of Los Alamos is holding a liquidation sale. The legendary enterprise has the world’s most diverse stock of used scientific equipment, electronics, lab supplies, nuclear by-products, surplus items and materials.

Located at 4015 Arkansas St., the Black Hole has more than 17,000-square-feet of pre-owned test equipment and laboratory supplies.

The Black Hole has provided materials to more than 500 Universities and Research Institutions around the world as well as technical props for eight major motion pictures.

Average Annual Sales the past Read More

Youth Entrepreneur Program Seeks Mentors

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LACDC News:

Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC) in conjunction with UNM-LA Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is providing a unique opportunity to youth in the communities of Los Alamos, Jemez Springs, Espanola and Pojoaque to experience the rewards of starting a business.

The Youth Business Grant Program will provide up to $400 to enterprising young business people, ages 13-19, who want to start a business this summer.

Will You Support the Youth Business Grant Program? This program relies on the support of local business people. We are seeking volunteers to support Read More

Pilates Helps Local Woman Eliminate Pain

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Photo by Minesh Bacrania

By Mandy Marksteiner

Gloria Cordova was rear-ended while driving her car, giving her whiplash. Every morning since the accident, she has suffered from a severe headache and pain radiating from the back of her head, down her neck and into her back.

Although the soreness usually dissipated by the middle of the day, she would experience vertigo whenever she looked up or down, and she could never fully relax. 

“When I was at rest I would realize that my neck was killing me and my headache was still there,” she said. “It really did affect my entire day.”

Cordova, 73, was afraid Read More

Players Compete in Chamber’s Charity Tournament

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The gross first place foursome was that of Raichert, Binger, Rodriguez and Quartieri in this year’s Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament held Friday at Black Mesa. Proceeds from the event go to support United Way of Northern New Mexico. Photo by Katy Korkos
 
Golf scores indicate some skilled players participated in Friday’s charitable tournament. Photo by Katy Korkos
Second place in the tournament went to the team of Bouman, Fox, Howze and Montoya. Photo by Katy Korkos
Linda Deck won a prize for “closest to the pin” on hole number 8 and E. Maez got closest
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Pajarito Brewpub & Grill to Open in Mari-Mac!

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Exterior rendering of the Pajarito Brewpub & Grill opening later this year in the former Blockbuster space in Mari-Mac Shopping Center. Courtesy/PB&G

By Carol A. Clark
Los Alamos Daily Post

The Jemez Mountains are the inspiration for a new restaurant coming to the Mari-Mac Shopping Center that is designed to blend the rustic and rugged outdoors with a clean modern edge.

Patrick Mockler-Wood and Catherine Mockler have partnered with Pawel and Dorota Listwan, all local entrepreneurs, to establish the Pajarito Brewpub & Grill in the former Blockbuster space at 614 Trinity Dr. Read More

Bestsellers at Otowi Station Bookstore the week of April 29-May 5, 2012

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Bestsellers at Otowi Station Bookstore the week of April 29-May 5, 2012
 
  1. Crow, Barbara Wright*
  2. Enigma and Light, David Mutschlecner*
  3. 109 East Palace, Jennet Conant
  4. Mockingjay, Suzanne Collins
  5. Tracks, Scats, and Signs of the Southern Rocky Mountains, James C. Halfpenny
  6. Wildflowers of the Southern Rocky Mountains, Janis Lindsey Huggins
  7. Butterflies of the Southern Rocky Mountains, Ronald Wauer
  8. Birds of the Southern Rocky Mountains, Greg R. Homel
  9. Catching Fire, Suzanne Collins
  10. The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins
*local or regional author
 
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Planning and Zoning Approves Site Plan for Bandelier Shuttle Service Facility

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Site Plan for a shuttle service facility for a shuttle to Bandelier National Monument. Source: Los Alamos County.

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a site plan for a shuttle service facility for shuttles to Bandelier National Monument. The shuttle service facility will be located at the corner of State Road 4 and Rover across the street from the White Rock Visitor’s Center and Conoco gas station, on what is now a vacant lot. Areas for up to two food vendors will be reserved on the commercial zoned lot at 40 Rover Blvd. The vendors would have a cart, trailer or Read More