New Youth Resource Advocates At LAHS And LAMS
Youth Resource Advocates William High Eagle Sandoval, Elena Berliner and Santina Shije. Courtesy photoChamisa Hosts Fourth Annual Glow Run Saturday
COMMUNITY News:UNM-Los Alamos Invites Community To 2016 Commencement Convocation Thursday, May 12
Previous UNM-LA graduation. Photo by Vint Miller
UNM-LA News:
The University of New Mexico – Los Alamos will host its commencement ceremony Thursday, May 12 to recognize students earning degrees.
Approximately 100 students completed a recognized level of study this spring. Fifty-eight earned Associate of Arts, Associate of Science or Associate of Applied Science degrees at UNM-Los Alamos. In addition, 11 students completed Doctorate, Master’s, or Bachelor’s Degrees with UNM Extended Learning. Through the Adult Basic Education Program, 32 students earned their High School Equivalency,
PEEC: Mysteries Of The Unseen World Saturday
An aphid, up close and personal from Mysteries of the Unseen World. Courtesy/PEECNew Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation Taps John Grassham For Interim Executive Director
John Grassham
Lunch With A Leader: State League President Dr. Meredith Machen May 17
Dr. Meredith Machen
LWVLA News:
The League of Women Voter’s community event, Lunch with a Leader, features State League President Dr. Meredith Machen, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, at Mesa Public Library.
Dr. Machen graduated from Boston University with degrees in English and Sociology/Anthropology, and earned a PhD in English from UNM. Teaching while working on dissertations, she and her husband Stephen decided to stay in New Mexico and raise their daughter rather than pursue academic research and university teaching careers. Read More
Robotics Presentation For 6th Graders May 11
LAMS News:
The Los Alamos Middle School Beta Hawks Robotics Team will describe their activities and plans for next school year during a presentation, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the gymnasium at Barranca Elementary School.
While everyone interested in viewing the LAMS robots are welcome, the presentation is ‘geared’ to answer 6th graders’ and their parents’ questions about the robotics program. The Beta Hawks will bring their robot, Epic, to demonstrate and are preparing their presentation to let 6th graders know what they need to know to be on a First Technical Challenge team.
Note: Participation Read More
XQ: The Super School Bus Visits Los Alamos Today
EDUCATION News:
- Community Event Features Interactive School Bus and XQ Project Applicants
Today the XQ: The Super School Bus will be in Los Alamos, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Ashley Pond Park – its fourth stop on a multi-city national bus tour.
For the first time, XQ: The Super School Project is providing communities the tools to source innovative ideas from the community and take a community based approach to rethink and redesign high school from the ground up. The Super School Bus Tour is a continuation of efforts to engage and excite local communities around this effort and will serve as a mobile
Just 10 Minutes A Week To Reimagine Education!
By Dr. Kurt SteinhausThere will be a link to a video, podcast or article sent out each week for people to watch, share and talk about. Plus:
Every Wednesday at 4 p.m., a group of folks who have watched the video will host a conversation at a Coffee Klatch held in the Smith’s Starbucks and they hope you will join them to chat, listen, discuss, and share. Educators, parents, students, community members are all invited.
Our first meeting’s topic is personalized learning.
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Guided Hike To Cave Of The Winds May 14
Cave of the Winds. Photo by Craig Martin
PEEC News:
Trail expert Craig Martin will lead a hike to the local Cave of the Winds Saturday, May 14. The two-mile hike includes 500 feet of elevation gain and a bit of a scramble to reach the cave entrance. This hike, organized by the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is one of many events to help people get outside and enjoy nature.
To visit the Cave of the Winds with Martin, register online at www.peecnature.org. Meet Martin and other hikers at 10:15 a.m. Saturday, May 14. Bring water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, and good hiking shoes or boots.
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Ingenious Donation Box Arrives At PEEC
Steven Trujillo, Samantha Trujillo, and their children Ellie, 4, and Seth, 2, have fun with PEEC’s new donation box. The Acorn Woodpecker, Abert’s squirrel, bobcat, and pika will do their tricks when bills go in the box. Photo by Felicia Orth
By REBECCA SHANKLAND
PEEC
Gordon McDonough, well known artist and educator at the Bradbury Science Museum, offered to create a donation box for the new Los Alamos County Nature Center—and it has now arrived, ready to enchant all donors.
When you slide your dollar bill into the slot, a light flashes to check that it’s a bill, not a piece of paper. Then the fun begins: Read More
‘XQ: The Super School Project’ Bus Stalls On Main Hill
The ‘XQ: The Super School Project’ bus is stalled this morning on the Main Hill Road. Courtesy photo Read More
Experts Offer Hiking Workshop May 11
Hiking trail near Los Alamos. Courtesy photoPEEC News:
Los Alamos is surrounded by an extensive trail network that can be both inviting and intimidating.
Trail expert Craig Martin and wildlife veterinarian Dr. Kathleen Ramsay are holding a workshop at the Los Alamos Nature Center to teach people how to best prepare for hiking local trails 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 11. This workshop is great for adults who want to know more about what the Los Alamos trails have to offer.
During this Hiking 101 workshop, Craig Martin will cover safety and comfort on the trail. He will also teach map-reading Read More
Registration Opens For UNM-LA Summer Classes For Adults And Kids
Thomas Peña leads a fly-fishing class. Courtesy/Thomas Peña UNM-LA News:
Los Alamos Community Education has released its summer schedule of classes for adults and children. The print schedules, which were mailed to area households, also are available on campus, in stands around Los Alamos and White Rock, and online at losalamos.unm.edu/community-education.
Adults will find a a variety of fitness classes to energize their summer, from yoga to solo salsa. There are jewelry making and painting classes, interior decorating, personal finance, and writing classes, and a variety of Read More
Book Signing By Craig Martin And Terry Foxx Tuesday
Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News
Craig Martin and Terry Foxx will be at the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road in Los Alamos 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10 to sign copies of their new book Plants of the Jemez Mountains Volume 1.
The book, the first in a three-volume series, will be available for purchase in the nature center gift shop.
Plants of the Jemez Mountains Volume 1 contains clear and informative drawings, color photos, and descriptions of the trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, and horsetails found in the Jemez Mountains. The book also includes helpful guides for the novice naturalist.
For more Read More
Arborist Laural Hardin Gives Pruning Workshop May 15
Arborist Laural Hardin. Courtesy photoPEEC News:
Tree pruning can keep trees healthy and beautiful, but improper pruning can leave a tree weak and detract from the landscape. Join Laural Hardin at the Los Alamos Nature Center 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, May 15, to learn the basics of pruning ornamental and fruit trees. She also will cover important questions to ask professionals before they prune one’s trees.
Laural Hardin is a certified arborist and integrated pest management specialist who specializes in diagnosing and solving tree and garden problems. With an interest in helping Read More
Food, Fun, Demonstrations And Discounts: Y Hosts Super Saturday Sign-up Event May 14
Activities at the Family YMCA. Courtesy/YMCA
Family YMCA outdoor activities. Courtesy/YMCA
YMCA News:
The Family YMCA is hosting a Super Saturday Sign-up Day, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 14, featuring food, fun, free demonstration classes and discounts for several programs during this open-house time.
Everyone who comes in to the YMCA at 1450 Iris Street will get a chance to spin a Prize Wheel for a gift.
The public is welcome to join demonstration classes for free, classes and times detailed below but the classes are first come, first served as space is limited. Families who Read More
LAFD Unveils Fire Prevention Education Trailer
LAFD’s Fire Prevention Education Truck and Trailer get new looks. Courtesy/LAFD
LAFD’s Fire Prevention Education Truck and Trailer get new looks. Courtesy/LAFD
LAFD News:
Los Alamos County Fire Department (LAFD) is proud to unveil the new look of the Fire Prevention Education Trailer. The 24-foot trailer is an educational tool used throughout Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico to educate children on the importance of fire safety and steps that can be taken in case of an emergency.
The LAFD will have the trailer on display for the community to see Saturday May 7 at the Los Alamos Read More
Quilting Nature Class With Terry Foxx And Katy Korkos
Sample wildflower portraits. Courtesy/Terry Foxx and Katy Korkos
Thistle. Courtesy/Terry Foxx and Katy Korkos
