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Los Alamos County Holiday Tree Arrives Today

A 23-foot Douglas fir arrives this afternoon at the Los Alamos County Muncipal Building. The tree came from the northern part of the Jemez and soon will be bedecked in festive holiday fare in the Municipal Building’s lobby. The community is invited to check out the tree during the County’s holiday tree lighting event at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Los Alamos County Named Bicycle Friendly!

COUNTY News:

Today, the League of American Bicyclists recognized Los Alamos County with a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly CommunitySM (BFC) award, joining more than 400 visionary communities from across the country.

With the announcement of 65 new and renewing BFCs today, Los Alamos County joins a leading group of communities, in all 50 states, that are transforming our neighborhoods.

“We applaud these communities for making bicycling a safe and convenient option for transportation and recreation,” said Bill Nesper, executive director at the League of American Bicyclists. “We are encouraged Read More

Pig + Fig Café Remains Open During Renovations

Beef bourguignon on the menu at Pig + Fig Café includes beef tenderloin tips, smoked bacon, carrots, pearl onions and potatoes braised in red wine. Courtesy/Laura Crucet

A latte on the menu at Pig + Fig Café. Courtesy/ Laura Crucet

BUSINESS News:

The Pig + Fig Café will remain open in its regular location in the plaza at 35 Rover Blvd. while the new and improved location at 11 Sherwood Blvd., undergoes renovations. 

Pig + Fig Café co-owners Laura and Fernando Crucet signed a lease to move into the building that was formerly home to the Bandelier Grill. They are working with building owner James Read More

Los Alamos County Chaplain Training Jan. 15-19

IFOC News:

The Los Alamos County Chaplain Corp (a non-sectarian service organization supporting the Fire and Police) is hosting an International Federation of Chaplain (IFOC) training Jan. 15-19 at the White Rock Fire Station #3 at 129 N.M. 4.

This training is for anyone who has ever been interested in Chaplain service.

It is a 45-hour accredited course awarding a certificate of completion and 4.7 Continuing Education Units of credit (CEU) also are available.

This training includes but is not limited to:

  • Chaplaincy and the Law;
  • Stress Management;
  • Critical Incident Stress Management;
  • Post-Traumatic
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Jewelry Sale Benefits Blue Star Mothers

Blue Star Mother Marilyn Peabody is selling her jewelry and other items today and Friday at First National Bank at 1910 Trinity Dr. in Los Alamos. Peabody will donate a portion of sales to the Blue Star Mothers to assist military men and women. Her display is next to the bank’s Christmas tree decorated with handmade angels. Courtesy photo
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UC Representatives Discuss LANL Bid With RCLC

University of California representatives listen to members of the Regional Coalition of LANL Communities during a meeting Wednesday morning in Espanola. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

Former U.S. Rep. Ellen Tauscher, University of California Regent for National Laboratories and Gary Valle of the UC Federal Government Relations Office at a Wednesday breakfast meeting with the Regional Coalition of LANL Communities. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com 

By MAIRE O’NEILL
Los Alamos Daily Post

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North Mesa Stables Magic For The Holidays Sunday

Sunset falls on North Mesa Stables. Photo by Trisha Ancell
 
By GEORGIA STRICKFADEN
Los Alamos

Feeling already the pressures of the Holiday Season? Bundle up and take the kids and relatives for an evening stroll on the country roads of Los Alamos’ unique North Mesa Stables Park.

Many stable owners decorate in the spirit of the Holidays. The barnyard residents munch hay in their corrals and are bedding down for the night. Horses, goats, sheep, cows — you may even see a turkey that escaped Thanksgiving. It is truly a peaceful, unhurried and hassle-free way to unwind.

Don’t be rushed—this Read More

Experience Holiday Magic At Newly-Refurbished New Mexico Museum Of Art

Warts and Freckles Flying in the Air. Courtesy/NMMA
 
NMMA News:
 
SANTA FE  Make this holiday season one to remember by joining in the festivities at the newly refurbished New Mexico Museum of Art as it launches its second century. 
 
Special hours and activities at New Mexico’s oldest museum:
  • Friday, Dec. 1, the museum is open until 7 p.m.
  • Sunday Dec. 3, Museum admission is free for New Mexico residents with ID.
  • Saturday, Dec. 9, Museum of Art patrons will be treated to the sounds of the Desert Harp Ensemble playing holiday music in the museum
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