NNMC To Host Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration Oct. 24
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) invites the community to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24. We will honor and recognize the history, culture and contributions of Indigenous peoples through dance, music, poetry, cultural demonstrations and more.
“We are so excited to bring this event to Northern New Mexico College. For me, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a deeply meaningful opportunity to honor the rich history and vibrant cultures of Indigenous peoples. It’s a chance to reflect on the resilience and contributions of these communities, Read More
SALA Reintroduces 3D Movies With Special Screening Of ‘The Wild Robot’ This Weekend
Courtesy/SALA
SALA News:
SALA has announced that 3D movie experiences are now available in the theater once again. As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing entertainment options for the Los Alamos community, SALA has invested in upgrading its facilities and has restored its 3D capabilities.
To celebrate this advancement, SALA is hosting special 3D screenings of the acclaimed film “The Wild Robot” this weekend. This captivating movie has delighted audiences of all ages, and experiencing it in 3D elevates the adventure to a whole new level. This new 3D capability brings enhanced entertainment Read More
Los Alamos Choirs & NJROTC To Host Pumpkin Patch
Whether you’re searching for the perfect pumpkin to carve, photo ops for the family, or looking to enjoy the fall ambiance, Los Alamos Choirs and Los Alamos NJROTC have you covered! Courtesy/NJROTC
By Chief Aron Ayers
NJROTC
October is here, and with it comes a quintessential fall tradition: the Los Alamos Pumpkin Patch. There’s something undeniably magical about wandering through the field by the Canyon Complex filled with those vibrant orange Halloween staples, searching for the perfect pumpkin to carve or decorate.
Why does Los Alamos love this event so much? Perhaps it’s the nostalgic Read More
More Scenes Of LAHS Teacher Lori Thompson’s Class Field Trips To Los Alamos Daily Post To Learn About Journalism
Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Teacher Lori Thompson brought her third class of Sports Lit students on a field trip Thursday, Oct. 4 to the Los Alamos Daily Post to meet the news team and hear about their work. Post government reporter Kirsten Laskey, a news team member for nearly 8 years, is shown here sharing highlights of her work with the students. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
LAHS Teacher Lori Thompson brought another class of Sports Lit students on a field trip, Tuesday, Oct. 1, to the Los Alamos Daily Post to meet the news team and hear about their work. Enterprise Bank & Trust Read More
Los Alamos JJAB Board To Meet Wednesday
Los Alamos JJAB News:
The next meeting of Los Alamos JJAB Board is 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16.
The meeting will be held by video conference.
The agenda is available at www.losalamosjjab.com.
The public is welcome, please contact JJAB at info@losalamosjjab.com or 505.709.8125 for additional information. Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Joins Nationwide Celebration Of Unity Day … Key For National Bullying Prevention Month
LAPS News:
On Oct. 16, Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) will join schools nationwide in celebrating Unity Day, a key event during National Bullying Prevention Month.
Unity Day sends a clear, powerful message: by wearing orange, we stand together in kindness, acceptance and inclusion, helping to create a safer, more supportive environment for every student.
Unity Day also reaffirms our school district’s strategic goal to ensure 100% of students develop the skills and values necessary to be productive, responsible citizens. By uniting against bullying, we are building a culture where students Read More
LACF And UWNNM Announce Fall Training For Nonprofits
LACF News:
The Los Alamos Community Foundation (LACF) and United Way of Northern New Mexico have announced their 2024/25 nonprofit training series: “Managing your NonProfit in a New Era”.
The following training sessions are designed for nonprofit organizations located in or serving Los Alamos and Rio Arriba counties. Thanks to the generous support of TRIAD, LLC and the Community Partnerships Office, sessions are offered at no cost to participants.
Sessions are offered in person with remote/video option as needed. To encourage in person participation and networking, travel will be reimbursed Read More
St. John’s College Santa Fe Awarded Suicide Program Funds
St. John’s College News:
SANTA FE – St. John’s College has been awarded a three-year $306,000 grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to strengthen the college’s behavior health infrastructure especially for suicide prevention efforts on its Santa Fe campus.
The program will support a comprehensive public health and evidence-based approach to behavioral health, including suicide, depression, serious mental illness and substance abuse.
“We know that increasing mental health challenges, including risk of suicide, and, more generally, increased Read More
University Of New Mexico Foundation Appoints Deidre Sandvick Senior Vice President For Development
Deidre Sandvick
UNMF News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The University of New Mexico Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Deidre Sandvick as the new Senior Vice President for Development. Sandvick brings more than 25 years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising and development, with a proven track record in securing major and principal gifts within higher education.
For the past 16 years, Sandvick has been a key member of the University of Oregon’s advancement team, where she served as Associate Vice President of Development. During her tenure, she oversaw the fundraising Read More
SFCC Foundation Hosts National Star Party Event Oct. 19
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College Foundation announces that it will host a National Star Party event 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, in the SFCC Planetarium (Room 215).
The event is a fundraiser to support SFCC’s Planetarium. Those who attend will view an exclusive livestream presentation from the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, Ill. Participants need to pre-register and reserve the $50 tickets. Register or make a donation at https://bit.ly/sfcc_national_
Associate Dean Kelly Trujillo, Ph.D., is coordinating the event with the Santa Fe Stargazers, a local astronomy Read More
Governor Talks Education With Industry Leaders At New Mexico Oil And Gas Association Annual Conference
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
State News:
SANTA FE — During the New Mexico Oil and Gas Association’s (NMOGA) Annual Conference Monday, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined Tracee Bentley, president of the Permian Strategic Partnership, and Missi Currier, president and CEO of NMOGA, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the state’s education system and the important role the oil and gas industry plays in advocating for long-term improvements to the education system.
Gov. Lujan Grisham, Bentley and Currier discussed the administration’s education initiatives, Read More
Los Alamos Little Theatre Hosts Sound Workshop Saturday
LALT News:
Los Alamos Little Theatre (LALT) is hosting a live sound workshop open to anyone who wants to learn how to run sound (microphones/mixers/speakers) for any event, with a focus on live theater performance.
The class is 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the PAC, 1670 Nectar St.
The workshop is free and donations to LALT are welcome.
In the first half of the workshop, participants will learn the basics of how to use a mixing console, when and how to use different types of microphones, and how to set up speakers, monitors and recording/streaming devices.
The second half will focus on LALT-specific Read More
National Bullying Awareness Month: 5 Crucial Facts To Know
From ‘Stand for the Silent’:
Oklahoma City – October is National Bullying Prevention Month, making it an ideal time to examine some of the crucial factors surrounding this hot-button issue. Bullying touches families from coast to coast and in all demographic areas. The more we can shed light on it and learn to understand it, the better equipped we will be as a nation to help prevent it from happening.
“Bullying is an issue that most of us have had to deal with at some point, in one way or another,” says Kirk Smalley, co-founder of Stand for the Silent. “We need to learn more about it and do what we can to Read More
SFCC To Close For Indigenous Peoples Day Oct. 14
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SANTA FE – Santa Fe Community College will be closed Monday, Oct 14, in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day. No classes or activities will be held, and no other student services will be available.
The college’s early childhood development center, Kids Campus and the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center also will be closed.
The Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open on Oct. 14.
SFCC and Kids Campus will reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 15. SFCC’s William C. Witter Fitness Education Center Read More
Children Can Learn To Love Rocks At Coronado Historic Site
New Mexico Historic Sites News:
In a partnership with the Martha Liebert Public Library in Bernalillo, Coronado Historic Site is offering a “Ranger Read and Learn” story time that is free and open to all ages.
At Ranger Read and Learn, a ranger from Coronado Historic Site will read a story and offer related conversation and activities. Children can listen to the book I’m Trying to Love Rocks by Bethany Barton to learn about rocks and explore the different types of rocks in New Mexico. Participants will then make a rock-based work of art after listening to the story.
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Workshop Celebrates All Saints’ Day At Los Luceros Today
Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area offers aworkshop today at Los Luceros Historic Site to celebrate All Saints’ Day. Courtesy/NRGNHA
NRGNHS News:
The Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA) is offering a creative workshop 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., today Oct. 5, at Los Luceros Historic Site to celebrate All Saints’ Day.
Presented by NRGNHA, and held at Los Luceros Historic Site, this special class focuses on the creation of miniature life altars, a beautiful tradition that honors and remembers ancestors.
Participants will delve into the significance of the three-day triduum, Read More
LAPS Board Of Education To Meet Oct. 8, 2024
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board of Education will meet 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 in the LAPS Board Room at 2102 Trinity Drive, Suite V.
The meeting is open to the public.
The meeting is also available on Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5056632222?pwd=9ya3XaLGT3DQAVJyauGbYKcsPQ4QWg.1&omn=87288756 446
Meeting ID:
505 663 2222
Passcode:
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If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact the Superintendent Read More
PEEC To Host Spooky Events At Los Alamos Nature Center
The Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
As the leaves turn and the nights grow longer, the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites families and friends to join in a series of spooktacular events this October.
Celebrate the season with adventures under the stars, nostalgic movie nights, and hands-on seasonal activities:
- Night Hike – Oct. 11, 7:30-8:45 p.m., a captivating Night Hike in Acid Canyon led by a PEEC educator. This month, explore the fascinating world of nocturnal creatures and their amazing adaptations through engaging activities
Hampton: Vote YES On UNM-LA Bond
By DAVID HAMPTON
Los Alamos
Can you imagine not having UNM-LA? I can’t, and strongly encourage a YES vote on the UNM-LA General Obligation Bond.
These funds will be used for projects including roof leak repairs, bringing UNM-LA up to ADA standards, modernizing IT, and modernizing energy efficiency of the buildings. Remember, many of UNM-LA’s buildings were constructed in the 1940s. Heck, they’re even older than me!
It is essential that our science based town have an institution of higher learning, and we cannot continue to successfully offer programs, such as our 4 year Mechanical Engineering Read More
Los Alamos Amateur Radio Club To Host October Events
The Los Alamos Amateur Radio Club meeting room is upstairs at 4017 Arkansa. Courtesy/LAARC
LAARC News:
The Los Alamos Amateur Radio Club (LAARC) has announced two events upcoming this October:
- Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Amateur Radio Exam; and
- Friday, Oct. 11 – LAARC Monthly Meeting.
Amateur Radio Exam:
The Los Alamos Volunteer Examiner Group is giving exams for Amateur Radio Licenses. The exam session will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Club Meeting Room upstairs at 4017 Arkansas (the old Fire Barn). Please arrive on time or a few minutes early as late arrivals tend to disturb the flow of the testing process. Read More
