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PEEC Offers Discussion Course To Explore Creating Climate Change Solutions

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

PEEC brings another Northwest Earth Institute discussion course, Change is our Choice, to Los Alamos. Courtesy photo

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is bringing another discussion course developed by the Northwest Earth Institute to Los Alamos.

Change is our Choice: Creating Climate Solutions is a five-week discussion course where participants will learn about climate change and how to take action to mitigate its causes and effects in their own lives, our community, and our world.

This course meets at the

Bandelier Hosting Sixth Annual Naturalization Ceremony On Fourth Of July

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

A previous year’s Naturalization Ceremony at Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/NPS

NPS News:

For Americans, July 4th is traditionally a day to celebrate freedom and independence.

For the sixth year, Bandelier National Monument is proud to partner with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services to host a naturalization ceremony at the park on that day. Sixteen candidates, after working for years to fulfill their requirements, will be taking the oath and becoming the newest citizens of the United States.

Los Alamos Farmers Market Hums With Activity

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Kirsten Laskey (ladp admin)

Patrick Montoya of Velarde mixes up an apple cider slushee for some youngsters at the Los Alamos Farmers Market. Montoya Family Orchards was selling fresh fruits, james and jellies along with apple cider. They also produce fruit wines. Photo by George Morse/ladailypost.com

By GEORGE MORSE

Los Alamos Daily Post

Thanks to a bounty of fruit ripening in the orchards of the nearby Espanola Valley, the Los Alamos Farmers Market hummed with activity Thursday at Fuller Lodge. Fresh cherries, peaches and plums, along with early season vegetables like peas, beets, carrots, radishes Read More

Celebrate Fourth Of July On Santa Fe National Forest But ‘Know Before You Go’

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

SFNF News:

SANTA FE ― The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) is ready to welcome the large number of visitors who traditionally celebrate Independence Day weekend in the great outdoors.

But if you decide to take advantage of the recreational opportunities on the SFNF, it’s always good to “Know Before You Go” (https://www.fs.fed.us/visit/know-before-you-go).

The SFNF remains in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Campfires are allowed only in developed campgrounds and picnic areas with established fire rings and grills. Smoking is restricted to enclosed

Los Alamos Nature Center’s Summer Holiday Hours

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

Water Canyon is one of the beautiful hikes that is part of the second Passport to the Pajarito Plateau. Photo by Beth Cortright

PEEC News:

The Los Alamos Nature Center will be closed Tuesday, July 4, which is a great time to use the free Los Alamos Trails App to find a fun hike.

Take your Passport to the Pajarito Plateau with you, find the rubbing plates, and get even closer to your next prize. There are different prizes for hiking two, five, eight, 12 and 16 trails in the passport booklet. It is fun for all ages.

The Los Alamos Nature

Transportation Board Meeting July 6

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Kirsten Laskey (ladp admin)

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board meets at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6 in Room # 110 at the Municipal Building.

The meeting is open to the public.

Agenda

1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

3. PUBLIC COMMENT This section of the agenda is reserved for comments from the public on items that are not otherwise included in this agenda.
Please Limit Public Comment to 3 Minutes.

4. LIAISONS’ REPORTS

5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the June 1, 2017 Transportation Board Minutes
Presenters: Brian O’Neil DRAFT

Governor Touts NM True Adventures Over July 4th

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

Eagle Nest Lake State Park. Courtesy photo

STATE News:

SANTA FE ― In honor of Independence Day, Gov. Susana Martinez touted several New Mexico True adventures for New Mexicans and visitors alike to enjoy over the Fourth of July holiday.

“There are so many incredible New Mexico True adventures that are just waiting for you and your family to enjoy,” Martinez said. “New Mexico is the best place in the country to enjoy Independence Day – with events at Elephant Butte Lake, Balloon Fiesta Park, and a variety of festivals around the state – there are so

Tom Joyce: ‘Everything At Hand’ Opens July 28

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

Courtesy/Center for Contemporary Arts

CCA News:

SANTA FE — The Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA) announces Tom Joyce: Everything at Hand, exhibition opening Friday, July 28 with a CCA VIP and Members’ Preview 5-7 p.m. Thursday, July 27, followed by a public reception 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 28.

There will be an exhibition walkthrough with the artist and CCA Executive Director Stuart Ashman 2-3 p.m., Saturday, July 29. The exhibition is on view July 28 through Dec. 31.

About the Exhibition:

Internationally renowned sculptor Tom Joyce,

RTD Holiday Closure July 4

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Chris Clark

NCRTD News:

The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) has announced that the RTD “Blue Buses,” RTD Chile Line and the RTD Mountain Trail buses will not be in service Tuesday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

Regular service will resume Wednesday, July 5.

The North Central Regional Transit District provides free bus service Monday through Friday to a service area that encompasses over 10,000 square miles of north central New Mexico including the counties of Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos; the Cities

On The Job In Los Alamos: At Bliss

June 30, 2017 by Submitted by Carol A. Clark

On the Job in Los Alamos is owner David Tinkham at his shop, Bliss, Thursday in the MVD Plaza at 919 Central Ave. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com