Fall colors begin to emerge on the Jemez Mountains. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
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Nature On Tap: Bandelier Bird Banding Thursday
A banded Flicker takes off after contributing to Bandelier’s research efforts. Photo by Daniel DorantesPEEC News:
Join in a discussion about the 2017 bird banding experience with Bandelier biologist Sarah Milligan and bird banding interns Daniel Dorantes and Kim Geissler 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 at UnQuarked Wine Bar at 145 Central Park Square.
This program offers a way to hear about the avian research going on in Bandelier and ask any questions about bird species that live in and visit our local national monument. The bird banding team will describe
Read More Compass Rose Painting Completed On Runway At Los Alamos County Airport
Members of the Rio Grande Norte Chapter of the 99’s organization have completed their project of painting a compass rose on the runway of the Los Alamos County Airport. They explained that the compass is used by pilots to calibrate their aircrafts. This particular compass is 42 feet in diameter. The 99’s is an international organization of women aviators. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
The compass rose painting is now completed on the runway of the Los Alamos County Airport. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
CIR: Special Cuba Briefing Oct. 10
CIR News:Hear Amb. Vicki Huddleston offer CIR members a special briefing on Cuba at 12-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, in the CIR Conference Room at 413 Grant Ave., Suite D in Santa Fe.
The talk is free to CIR members and $5 for nonmembers. Parking is available on the west side of the Wells Fargo building.
What exactly is happening in the famed island nation these days? From Friday’s NY Times: “Just when it seemed that Cuba was on track to become something of a routine destination for Americans, tensions
Read More Bandelier Celebrates Fall Fiesta Saturday
Caroline Lovato, jewelry maker, Santo Domingo Pueblo. Courtesy/NPS
Toyas, potters from Jemez Pueblo. Courtesy/NPS
BANDELIER News:
This Saturday, Oct. 7, visitors are invited to spend a fine autumn day in Frijoles Canyon at Bandelier’s annual Fall Fiesta, 11-3 at the park Visitor Center.
Each weekend through the summer, Pueblo cultural demonstrators showcase their work at the park. For the Fall Fiesta, all these artists are invited to come on the one day, sell their crafts, and talk with visitors. In addition, it’s also a chance for the artists to visit with each other.
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County Libraries Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month
Courtesy/LAC
LIBRARY News:
It’s a fiesta! Join Los Alamos County Libraries to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month starting Tuesday.
Observed annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as a way to celebrate the heritage and culture of Hispanic and Latinx Americans, the libraries will celebrate with a week of bilingual programs for children.
This includes music and movement programs and storytimes in Spanish and English for children 0-6 and a special afterschool event for kids 6-12 with a story and activity in Spanish and English.
Programs will happen in White Rock and Los Alamos and there will be lots Read More
State Archaeology Fair In Taos Oct. 14
NMHPD News:SANTA FE — Would-be archaeologists can be part of a mock excavation at the Oct. 14 New Mexico Archaeology Fair held this year in Taos at the Millicent Rogers Museum.
Presented by the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division, Department of Cultural Affairs, the fair is a chance for children and adults to experience activities associated with cultures that trace their origins back thousands of years. At the same time, they can learn techniques developed over the last 150 years that have helped us better understand the lives of some of New Mexico’s
Read More Daily Postcard: Evening Sky From Anderson Overlook
Daily Postcard: Layers of color decorate the sky Sunday evening from Anderson Overlook. Photo by Josh Smith Read More
Letter To The Editor: Thank You For Attending Memorial Service For Nancy Bearss
By SARAH and ANNETTE FOXLos Alamos
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who attended the memorial service for Nancy Bearss Saturday, Sept. 30.
Your attendance, thoughts, and well wishes are truly appreciated. While we still hold her deep in our hearts, the memories from the service will help us carry on.
We would especially like to thank Linda Daly and the staff of the YMCA. You went above and beyond and provided the perfect venue for Nancy! Thank you!
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