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Ye Olde Pumpkin Patch Is Open For Business

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 16, 2015
 
Los Alamos High School Choirs October Pumpkin Patch at 4th Street and Central Avenue. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Los Alamos High School Choirs October Pumpkin Patch at 4th Street and Central Avenue. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
LAHS News:
 
The 2015 Los Alamos High School Choirs October Pumpkin Patch at 4th Street and Central Avenue runs through Oct. 31.
 
HOURS: 
M, Tu, Th, F – 3:30-6 p.m.
Wed – 12:30-6 p.m.
Sat & Sun – 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Columbus Day 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m 
 
LOCATION:
Canyon
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NMSA Hosts Tribute Concert For Mara Robinson

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 16, 2015
NMSA News:
 
SANTA FE ― New Mexico School for the Arts will celebrate one of its long-time supporters, Mara Robinson, with an evening of Classical, Romantic, and Baroque music, honoring Mara for her unending contributions to the music program at NMSA, as well as music education in Santa Fe and throughout the Southwest.
 
Robinson and her late husband Charles were long-time patrons of the arts, arts education, and the well-being of children and youth in New Mexico. In January 2014, they were memorialized as “Living New Mexico Treasures” by the New Mexico House of Representatives.
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THANK YOU! ‘Ride The Bus’ Is Huge Success

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 16, 2015
By Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus
Los Alamos Public Schools

To the Los Alamos Community,

Thank you for helping with Wednesday’s ride the bus initiative. 

Our busses were packed with students and the energy was positive.  We had so many riders in White Rock, an extra bus had to be deployed to handle the extra load.

From everyone in the Los Alamos Schools — thank you students, parents, teachers, bus drivers, staff, principals and community members.  

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Governor Announcing Plans To Bring High-Speed Internet To Every Classroom

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 15, 2015

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

BERNALILLO — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez will announce plans to bring high-speed Internet access to every school in New Mexico.

Currently, more than 30 percent of New Mexico’s schools do not have access to high-speed Internet.

Details of the Governor’s plan will be revealed later today. Read More

Panel Discussion On Women In Science Thursday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 14, 2015

LIBRARY News:

Are women in science achieving their goals in careers and research today? Attend the panel discussion at 7 p.m., Thursday, October 15, at Mesa Public Library and hear what three women who work in science and engineering have to say about the topic.

The program is held in conjunction with Ada Lovelace Day celebrations at the Los Alamos County Library System. Ada Lovelace is considered the first computer programmer because of her work with Charles Babbage on an analytical machine.

The three panelists for Thursday’s discussion are Sandy Frost, Nicole Lloyd-Ronning and Teri Roberts. Read More

Registration Still Open For Parenting University

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 14, 2015

Parenting University: Tool Up For Parenting is the third parenting workshop put on by JJAB and UNM-LA. Courtesy/UNM-LA

UNM-LA News:

There are still seats available for Parenting University: Tool Up For Parenting, the free workshop put on by the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) and the Juvenile Justice Advisory Board (JJAB).

The workshop is designed for parents and caregivers who are looking to equip themselves with the tools and skills necessary to raise healthy, well-balanced children.

The workshop is 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in Building 2 on the UNM-LA campus. Read More

NNMC Awarded NIH BUILD Grant; Partners With UTEP

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 14, 2015
NNMC News:
 
ESPANOLA ― Northern New Mexico College has been awarded a National Institutes of Health grant in partnership with University of Texas-El Paso (UTEP) to offer students biomedical research opportunities in the field of neurophysiology — the study of how the nervous system functions. 

The funding will allow for laboratory training, mentoring and professional development, as well as housing and travel to study with fellow students and faculty at UTEP.

 
Students will learn core concepts using hands-on techniques in a rich science environment, and
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Science On Tap At UnQuarked Thursday Oct. 15

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 14, 2015
 
LACDC News:
 
Thomas Leitner will speak at Science on Tap beginning at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, at the UnQuarked Wine Room at 145 Central Park Square in downtown Los Alamos.
 
Leitner works in LANL’s Theoretical Biology and Biophysics Group and has been tracking phylogenetics and epidemics. He leads a team of researchers at the Lab who are investigating the complex relationships between the spread of the HIV virus in a population (epidemiology) and the actual, rapid evolution of the virus
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Meru Mountaineering Film At Reel Deal Thursday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 14, 2015

Meru film poster

PEEC News:

Need a dose of inspiration and stunning views of the Himalayas? Meru, an inspiring film showing vibrant images 21,000 feet above the Ganges River, is coming to town at 7. p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15 thanks to the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and the Reel Deal Theater.

The story of Meru follows three climbers on their second attempt to ascend the Shark’s Fin on Mount Meru, one of the most challenging big-walls in the Himalayas. Proceeds from this special feature film support local businesses, PEEC and the Reel Deal Theater.

The climbers, Conrad Anker, Jimmy Read More

UNM-LA Pauses To Remember Umpqua Community College

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 13, 2015

UNM-LA students, faculty and staff paused for a moment of silence last Thursday to remember their friends and colleagues at Umpqua Community College in Roesburg, Ore. This was part of a national effort among community colleges across the country to recognize those lives forever changed by the tragedy there. Courtesy/UNM-LA Read More

LAHS Students Thank Metzger’s Mobile Employees

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 13, 2015
LAHS students thank Metzger’s employees. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
 
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
 
“Help one person at a time, and always start with the person nearest you.” –Mother Teresa 
 
Sometimes we think that teenagers today don’t notice the little things, but recently the students of Los Alamos High School, not only noticed, but took the time to say thank you, in a variety of ways.
 
As Metzger’s employees wrapped up their time across the street from LAHS, the students sent them off with a thank you card, small token of their appreciation and a fond
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Santa Fe Community College Halloween Fest Oct. 29

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 13, 2015
SFCC News:
 
SANTA FE ― Santa Fe Community College‘s annual Halloween Festival is 3:30-6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 29, on campus, 6401 Richards Ave. in Santa Fe.
 
This safe and fun event includes free trick-or-treating, music, games and more.
 
The campus comes alive with trick-or-treating, spooky decorations, games, face painting and cakewalks – all in the Main Hallway and Campus Center. The SFCC Dental Program will provide free toothbrushes.
 
The afternoon’s activities are sponsored by SFCC’s Student Government Association, Student Clubs,
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Questioning Science Of Gender Difference… Oct. 14

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 13, 2015
Cordelia Fine, ARC Future Fellow in Psychological Sciences, Associate Professor at Melbourne Business School, University of Melbourne
 
SFI News:
 
The Santa Fe Institute (SFI) hosts a community lecture on “Questioning the Science of Gender Difference: A New Perspective” with Cordelia Fine, at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday Oct. 14, at James A. Little Theater, 1060 Cerrillos Road.
 
For decades, science has told us that biology defines gender differences. But what if the scientists – and popular culture – have got it wrong?
 
Fine explores the literature,
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Dig The Past: Celebrate National Fossil Day Oct. 14

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 13, 2015
NPS News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― Explore the world of ancient creatures that once roamed the Earth at one of the many programs taking place across the country for National Fossil Day Oct. 14.
 
The National Park Service and partners across the country will host events and programs throughout the week that promote public awareness and stewardship of fossils.
 
“Fossils not only offer clues to the history of life, past climates, and ancient landscapes, but also spark our curiosity and discovery,” National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis said.
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Family Night At Nature Center Tuesday

Submitted by Chris Clark on October 13, 2015
This bunting is teaching biologists about its migration. Courtesy/PEEC
 
PEEC News:
 
Starting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 13 is Family Night at Los Alamos Nature Center. Bandelier biologists will lead activities to simulate how they catch, measure, band, and release birds in the field.
 
Don’t worry, no real birds will be inconvenienced. Kids will also have the chance to make their own bird bands. Family Nights at the Nature Center are free thanks to generous sponsorship by the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos.
 
Every Tuesday, the
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UNM-LA Participates In Los Alamos Art Studio Tour

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 12, 2015

Barbara Yarnell, left, and advanced student Sufong Milonni hard at work in the UNM-LA ceramics studio. Courtesy/UNM-LA

UNM-LA News:

For the first year ever, UNM-LA will be stop #6 along the Los Alamos Artist Studio Tour (LAAST). Fine art students’ drawings, paintings, and ceramics will be on display and for sale to the public.

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, with 20 artists’ studios open across the city.

Instructors and students will host an all-day reception Saturday serving snacks and drinks in the Jeanette O. Wallace Hall at UNM-Los Read More

Ride The Bus Wednesday … Help LAPS

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 12, 2015

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools is once again asking the community for help.

Oct. 14 is the 40th day of school and this means that the Public Education Department counts for all eligible students who are on the bus that day to calculate  transportation funding for LAPS for the year.

All eligible students who ride at least once Oct 14 will be given a certificate for a free ice cream cone. Last year students helped to increase LAPS funding for transportation by $122,000 dollars!! 

Please help to encourage all eligible students to ride the bus Oct. 14. Read More

Mountain PTA Halloween Carnival Friday Oct. 16

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 12, 2015

The Mountain PTA annual Halloween Carnival scares up some spooky fun. Courtesy photo

MOUNTAIN News:

Ghosts, goblins and other Halloween creatures of all shapes and sizes will appear at Mountain Elementary School 4:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16.

The carnival began in the 1970’s as a safe and fun alternative to trick-or-treating. This 40 plus year-old tradition is a community event. Students, staff and parents created many of the original games and activities, and some are still in use. Look for the Star Wars bean bag toss, silent auction, cake walk, and the updated haunted house, which is still Read More

LAHS Choirs October Pumpkin Patch Opens Sunday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 11, 2015

The Los Alamos High School Choirs October Pumpkin Patch OPENS SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Columbus Day 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 3:30-6 p.m., Wednesday 12:30-6 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Canyon School southeast parking lot at 1100 4th St. Find the perfect pumpkin and participate in Gourds and Wee Bees, Coloring Corner, Halloween Coloring Books, photo opportunities and more. Photo by Leslie Bucklin

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