Chris Clark

Udall, Heinrich Announce $4.39 Million For Tribal Suicide, Drug Abuse And Domestic Violence Prevention

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SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON ― U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich announced that several New Mexico Tribes and organizations will be receiving a total of $4.39 million over five years to prevent suicide, fight drug abuse and combat domestic violence through the Indian Health Service’s Methamphetamine and Suicide Prevention Initiative (MSPI) and Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative (DVPI) programs.
 
The MSPI programprovides support for Tribal communities to develop culturally appropriate prevention and treatment methods for suicide and drug abuse, particularly
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Upcoming Programs For Family Strengths Network

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FSN News:
 
Family Strengths Network is providing an assortment of upcoming events:
 
Early Childhood Parenting Class (age 0-4)

Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.

Dates: Mondays and Fridays, Oct. 19, 23, 26, 30 and Nov. 2
Instructor: Karen Brown
Cost: $40/individual or couple. Financial aid available, please ask!
Child Care: Available on-site at no extra cost. Must be requested at least one week in advance.
Registration Required: Online at lafsn.org

Learn to respond to temper tantrums, set boundaries, and establish healthy control without resorting

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Two Great Art Events Oct. 16-18: Part 10

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Junk-a-licious Art by Gilbert Candelaria. Courtesy photo
 
ART News:
 
Oct. 16-18 is Art Weekend in Los Alamos! Both the 2015 Los Alamos Studio Tour and the Gateway to the Holidays Arts and Crafts Fair will take place that weekend. The Los Alamos Daily Post is featuring artists from both events leading up to the Tour and Fair.
 
The 2015 Studio Tour is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18. There will be an artists’ reception 5-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16. Samples of all artists’ work will be on display throughout the weekend in the Pajarito Room
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October’s White Rock Master Plan Implementation Committee Meeting Canceled

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COUNTY News:
 
The White Rock Master Plan Implementation Committee meeting scheduled for Oct. 12 has been canceled due to the Columbus Day holiday.
 
Note that the next WRMPIC meeting set for Nov. 9 will be held at a new location, the White Rock Branch Library at 10 Sherwood Blvd. The time of the meeting is unchanged; at 6 p.m. The agenda will be posted closer to that meeting date.
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Scenes From Customer Service Week Celebration

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Community members and County employees gather this afternoon in the lobby of the Municipal Building to eat cake and celebrate Customer Service Week. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Community members had an opportunity to brows tables set up with information about various County projects, programs and services. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
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This Week At Farmers Market Oct. 8

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LAFM News:
 
Look and see what’s at the Farmers Market this week:
 
Apples, grapes, pecans, jams, jellies, green chilie, salad mixes, leeks, green onions, kale, chard, spinach, asian greens, squashes, tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, shisito peppers, beef, ungraded eggs, honey and honey sticks, herb breads, fruit breads, corn, cucumbers, apple cider, dried apple chips, gluten free baked products, pumpkins, winter squash, onions of every color, garlic and garlic strings, sage decorations, native plants, weaving, blackberries, sharpening service, kettle
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High Elevation Restaurant Now Open For Business!

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Owner Brian Appell stands in front of his new restaurant High Elevation, at 1789 Central Ave. in downtown Los Alamos, which is now open to the community. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday, but there may be days where they will be closed due to certain renovation activities. Keep an eye out for the official grand opening announcement. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
The newly remodeled waiting area inside High Elevation. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Folks enjoying lunch today at High Elevation. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
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Kent Pegg: Exercising Seniors

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By KENT PEGG
Los Alamos
 
We all know that regular exercise is one of the best ways to stay healthy and active. But is it ever too late to start?
 
And, if you’ve been a regular exerciser, do you need to scale back or eliminate exercise as you age?
 
The answer to both of these questions is a definite “No!” Both new exercisers and seasoned experts can benefit from regular exercise in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond.
 
Whatever your age, if you haven’t been exercising, now is the best time to begin.
 
Today, many people are living well into their nineties. This
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Los Alamos Retirement Community Announces New Liaison & Marketing Director Cynthia Goldblatt

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Cynthia Goldblatt
 
LARC News:
 
Cynthia Goldblatt is the new Community Liaison & Marketing Director for Los Alamos Retirement Community (Aspen Ridge Lodge and Sombrillo Nursing Home).
 
Goldblatt holds a LPCC, MSW, and PhD. in Clinical Counseling and Social Work.
 
Born and raised in Los Alamos, Goldblatt has an understanding of the health needs of the community and said that she truly values helping the individuals and families she assists.
 
She has been a medical social worker in many capacities, including posts with Los Alamos Visiting Nurses,
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