LAPS Announces Temporary Student Parking Lot For LAHS
View of the temporary parking lot for LAHS students and safe, convenient drop-off/pick-up lane for parents, directly across from the Duane Smith Auditorium parking lot. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) has announced the future opening of a temporary parking lot for Los Alamos High School (LAHS) students at the corner of Diamond Drive and Sandia Drive, directly across from the Duane Smith Auditorium parking lot.
The new lot will expand student parking capacity and provide parents with a safe and convenient drop-off and pick-up lane.
Signs will be posted to direct Read More
‘7 Principles For Making Marriage Work’ Begins Sept. 15
COMMUNITY News:
Couples are invited to participate in an 8-week workshop titled “7 Principles For Making Marriage Work” led by Michelle Wilde, LPCC, LMT, CST, of Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute in Los Alamos.
The workshop is 4:30-6 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 15 and runs through Nov. 3.
The workshop is targeted to couples seeking to improve:
- Communication;
- Emotional Connection; and
- Relational Skills.
“The Seven Principles class this Fall and make a difference in your committed relationship. A study exploring the benefits of the class versus just reading the book showed couples attending Read More
District Music Competition Open For Submissions
LAMTA News:
The Los Alamos Music Teachers Association opens the invitation for serious music students to compete in the annual District Honors Auditions held by the Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico.
The Northeast-I District Competition, which is open to all students in Santa Fe, Taos, Los Alamos, Espanola, and Las Vegas and surrounding areas, will be held Saturday, Oct. 18 at UNM-Los Alamos.
The first-place winners of each age category will compete at the state finals, which will be held in Albuquerque Saturday Nov. 8. Annually, the honors auditions have seen students of the highest Read More
Bears vs. Mountain Lions: Encounter Differences
COUNTY News:
When encountering a bear vs. a mountain lion, remember bears are typically omnivores that are curious and attracted to human food, while mountain lions are elusive ambush predators that are not interested in human food but may see smaller individuals as prey.
If You Meet a BEAR, Stay Calm…
- NEVER RUN. Running can make a bear chase you.
- Keep your distance. Back slowly away facing the bear. Avoid direct eye contact.
- Slowly and calmly leave the area. Talk aloud so the bear will become aware of you.
- Be extra careful around a female with cubs. Never approach a cub.
- Never throw food to
SFCC: ‘Hispanic Heritage: Looking Back To The Future’ Oct.1
Yolanda Nava
SFCC News:
The community is invited to attend the Santa Fe Community College lecture, “Hispanic Heritage: Looking Back to the Future” by national speaker Yolanda Nava in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
The presentation is 10-11:30 a.m., followed by Q & A until noon, Wednesday, Oct. 1.
Nava is a civil rights and media pioneer. The author published the transformational memoir, “Through the Dark”, and the groundbreaking book of Latino virtues, “It’s All in the Frijoles: Nourish the heart, mind and soul”.
This is a free event at the SFCC, Biowall in the lobby of SFCC Health Read More
Wags, Whines And Whispers: Local Trainer Teaches Hidden Language Of Dogs
Mary Torrano, canine behavior consultant and dog trainer. Courtesy photo
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
If you think your dog is “just being a dog”, local trainer Mary Torrano wants you to look again. Dogs are constantly talking to us, even if not in words.
“The real question is whether we’re listening,” she said.
“Dogs are always communicating,” Torrano explained. “We often don’t notice until they bark, growl, or whine. But by the time a dog makes noise, that’s already high up the ladder of communication. They’ve been trying to tell us something long before Read More
Wonders On Wheels Hits NM State Fair And Fall Festivals
NMDCA News:
The Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum, a division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, is touring the exhibit, “Eight Sites, One History: Explore the Past at New Mexico Historic Sites” to a variety of community events throughout the state.
Visitors can explore the exhibit “Eight Sites, One History,” sponsored by New Mexico Historic Sites, at the New Mexico State Fair, fall festivals, and community events. The exhibit highlights the distinctive stories revealed at each of the state’s eight sites, from Indigenous lifeways to Spanish settlement Read More
Ten LAHS Seniors Named Semifinalists In 2026 National Merit® Scholarship Program
High school and district administrators were on hand to congratulate Los Alamos High School seniors named 2026 National Merit Semifinalists. Pictured are (back, left to right, Assistant Superintendent Carter Payne, James Thomas, Henry Gans, James Ito, Jasper Carpenter and Principal Eric Ziegler; (front, left to right) Assistant Principal Stan Maschal, Assistant Principal Suzanne Montoya, Alyssa Sun, Anya Seet, Emily Xu, John Kang, Galina Nelson, and Assistant Principal Ryan Finn. (Not pictured, Helena Welch). Courtesy photo
LAPS News:
Ten Los Alamos High School seniors have been Read More
Little Forest Playschool Fall Fiesta Sept. 20
Connect With The Sun And Moon At Jemez Historic Site’s Astronomy Programs Saturday Sept. 20
Learn about NASA’s PUNCH program Sept. 20 at Jemez Historic Site. Courtesy/NMDCA
NMDCA News:
Learn about NASA’s PUNCH program, along with past and modern perspectives of astronomy at Jemez Historic Site during two programs held Saturday, Sept. 20.
At 11 a.m., Jim Greenhouse, from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science in Albuquerque, will share images and discuss details of the NASA PUNCH (Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere) mission during the “Looking to the Skies: Modern and Ancient Astronomers” program. He will share images and offer visitors a chance to view Read More
Are We Alone In The Universe? Explore The Search For Life Beyond Earth With PEEC Sept. 19
Courtesy photo
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the public to a thought-provoking evening under the stars with astrophysicist Joyce Guzik. The presentation, Exoplanets and the Search for Life, will take place at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium at 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19.
In the last two decades, astronomers have confirmed the existence of thousands of exoplanets—planets that orbit stars outside our solar system. But what does this mean for the search for life? In this engaging talk, Guzik will explore the frontiers of astrobiology and exoplanet Read More
Have A Corny Time At Coronado Historic Site’s Ranger Read & Learn Sept. 20
NMDCA News:
In a partnership with the Martha Liebert Public Library in Bernalillo, Coronado Historic Site offers a “Ranger Read and Learn” story time that is free and geared toward children ages 3–7 years old.
From 10–11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, we are going to talk about how the Pueblo people who lived at Kuaua Pueblo grew and used corn. A ranger will read the children’s book, “Corn/Maiz” by Doreen Gonzales, and then show children how to grind corn with a metate by hand and make simple piki bread. Children will also have the opportunity to make a beaded corn cob to take home. Read More
C’YA Showcases College & Military Day Sept. 5
The first Friday of September, Champions of Youth Ambitions showcases College & Military day to demonstrate a lifelong path of learning. Here, LACDC team members, including (left to right): Alison Watkins, new Assistant Chamber Director (wearing Colorado School of Mines), Chamber Director Sandy Jones (Tennessee), LACDC Executive Director Lauren McDaniel (Illinois) and Small Business Center Building Manager Clarice Rodriguez (Mines). Courtesy photo
Wildlife Wednesday Free Event: Hibernation And Torpor
Bears rely on torpor and hibernation to get through lean, cold times. Courtesy/NMWF
NMWF News:
While human beings get to reach for a wool blanket when nights get cooler in the fall, many other animals rely on the ability to slow down their metabolism to conserve energy. From the tiniest hummingbird to the largest bear, a wide spectrum of creatures relies on torpor and hibernation to get through lean, cold times.
Shayne Halter, a graduate student at the University of New Mexico, will speak on how animals use torpor and hibernation. He’s the featured speaker at the New Mexico Wildlife Federation’s Read More
National Collaborative Of Small Liberal Arts Colleges Secures $8.5 Million For Student Well-Being Initiative
SJC News:
NEW YORK — The Endeavor Lab Colleges (ELC), a national consortium of 10 small liberal arts colleges, proudly announced today the completion of the first phase of its groundbreaking initiative to enhance student mental health and well-being. Endeavor Foundation has generously invested more than $8.5 million to support the project, including $5.22 million over the next three years for Phase 2.
“We are thrilled to move to the next phase of this vital work,” Dr. Lori Collins-Hall, ELC Project Director said. “Thanks to the dedication of our partner institutions and the confidence and Read More
Fearey: Statement Of Candidacy For UNM-LA Advisory Board
By BRYAN FEAREY
Candidate
UNM-Los Alamos
My name is Bryan Fearey. I am running for a position on the University of New Mexico – Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Advisory Board. I seek your vote so that together we can strengthen UNM-LA as one of our bedrock institutions. I strongly support UNM-LA’s mission of “preparation for transfer … pathways for careers … passion for lifelong learning.”
I am a long-term resident of Los Alamos County, having worked and retired from the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) (>32yrs) in the national security arena (Linkedin). I completed my Chemistry BS at Wichita State Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Credit Union Has Topper Spirit!
Los Alamos Public Schools Credit Union proudly displays its Topper Spirit spotted today on the large front windows of its building at 1010 Central Ave. Go Toppers! Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Palestine Film Series Continues Sept. 9, 10, 11 At SALA
COMMUNITY News:
The community is invited to attend the upcoming Palestine Film Series at SALA Event Center. This is a free event.
Details:
The Promised Land Museum: Dr. Steve Feldman, Tuesday, Sept. 9 at SALA.
- Dr. Feldman works to foster dialogue and understanding by amplifying overlooked perspectives and encouraging thoughtful engagement with one of today’s most pressing human rights issues. Visit https://promisedlandmuseum.org/gateway-to-understanding/.
Palestine Activism Program: Yousef Aljamal. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10 at SALA.
- Aljamal is the Gaza coordinator at the Palestine
Hampton: My Candidacy For UNM-LA Advisory Board
By DAVID HAMPTON
Candidate
UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board
Dear Los Alamos County,
My name is David Hampton. After being appointed to fill a vacancy on the UNM-LA Advisory Board in 2024, I would like to continue the work I’ve done advocating for additional 4-year degrees and certifications, supporting dual credit for high school students, fundraising, and representing you at UNM-LA events such as graduation.
Beyond this, I have participated in the normal processes of budget and tuition endorsement, approving the Operating Agreement with UNM Albuquerque, chancellor and senior staff selection, Read More
LARSO: Register For Older Adult Wellness Summit
By Kiah McConnell
LARSO Marketing & Program Coordinator
Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization is offering a free Older Adult Wellness Summit 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24 at SALA Event Center.
This event is possible thanks to generous sponsorships from the Los Alamos Community Foundation and Anchorum Health Foundation.
This event is for anyone age 55 or older, caregivers, and family members of older adults. Registration is now open. Space is limited, so sign up early. Pick up a registration form at the front desk at the Betty Ehart or White Rock Senior Activity Center or email Read More
