Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Launches Bilingual English/Spanish Book Collection
JJAB News
Los Alamos JJAB is thrilled to announce the launch of a new bilingual English/Spanish book collection for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. We are particularly excited about this initiative as it paves the way for equitable access to high-quality children’s books for Spanish-speaking families. This addition reflects the Imagination Library’s commitment to inclusivity and the importance of supporting bilingualism in early childhood education.
The updated program launched in New Mexico in June, providing families enrolled in the Imagination Library Read More
ECECD Announces 7% Rate Increase For Early Intervention Services In FY26
NMECECD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) has implemented a 7% reimbursement rate increase for early intervention services to more accurately reflect the cost of care and support a stable workforce.
“We are proud to implement these rate increases, which are a direct result of collaboration with the FIT provider community and the ICC,” ECECD Sec. Elizabeth Groginsky said. “We’re not only recognizing the real costs of providing quality services—we’re strengthening the long-term stability of the early intervention sector. A strong, well-supported Read More
Houck: Inherited Property & Taxes
By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty
Inheriting?
Inherited Property & Taxes: How a Stepped-Up Basis Can Help Minimize Your Tax Burden. Disclaimer: We are not tax advisors. Always consult with a qualified tax professional or tax attorney, as tax laws change frequently and may impact your specific situation.
What Is a “Stepped-Up Basis”?
A stepped-up basis is a provision in the tax code that can significantly reduce the capital gains tax on inherited assets. When a person inherits an asset—like a home—its cost basis is “stepped up” to its fair market value (FMV) as Read More
Register For 2025 Knights Of Columbus Golf Tournament
Knights of Columbus News:
The 25th Annual Knights of Columbus Deacon Don Lucero golf tournament will be held at the Black Mesa Golf Club on Monday, Aug.18.
This is a charity tournament that supports scholarships for seniors in Northern New Mexico.
The annual “Tee it Up for the Future” tournament raised more than $12,000 last year thanks to loyal sponsors and players.
Registration is now open through the Los Alamos Golf Association website at https://www.lagolfassociation.org. Read More
New Mexico Museum Of Space History To Present ‘Sound That Moves You’ At New Horizons Dome Theater
Inside the New Mexico Museum of Space History at 3198 State Route 2001 in Alamogordo. Courtesy photo
New Mexico Museum of Space History News:
ALAMOGORDO — The community is invited to the second floor of the New Mexico Museum of Space History for a high-flying opening day celebration of Skywired, a journey through the history of radio-controlled aviation.
This celebration is a testament to the spirit of collaboration between the museum and the Alamogordo RCers, in partnership with the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), and supported by the Las Cruces and El Paso clubs. This year-long exhibit Read More
Los Alamos Historical Society To Present ‘Oppenheimer & The Next Generation’ July 23 At Fuller Lodge
Los Alamos Historical Society News:
The Los Alamos Historical Society will host “Oppenheimer & The Next Generation: A Conversation with Eric Singer” 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, in Fuller Lodge. This event will feature author and educator Singer, adapter of Oppenheimer and the Atomic Bomb, the young readers edition of Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin’s Pulitzer Prize-winning biography American Prometheus.
Attendees will enjoy an evening of Oppenheimer trivia, a lively conversation with Singer and a book signing of Oppenheimer and the Atomic Bomb. Special guests Susan and Alex Sherwin, Read More
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘Is Earth Exceptional? A Journey Through The Cosmos In Search Of Life’
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘Is Earth Exceptional? A Journey Through the Cosmos in Search of Life’ by Charles “Chick” Keller and Joyce Guzik, Tuesday July 15 at the Los Alamos Unitarian Church.
A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. with the lecture to follow beginning at 6:30 p.m. The presentation will be recorded and streamed to the ZOOM address given at the website: https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org
Is Earth a rare jewel in the vast expanse of the cosmos; or one of many life-bearing worlds? In this talk, Read More
Learn To Bake Bread In Newly Restored Horno At Jemez Historic Site July 20
NMDCA News:
Join us at Jemez Historic Site from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Sunday, July 20, to learn how to bake bread in the newly restored horno, or outdoor adobe oven. Heather Reed will be demonstrating bread baking in the horno. Visitors are welcome to ask questions and will have the opportunity to taste and purchase the bread fresh out of the oven. All ages are welcome!
This is a great way to learn a traditional Pueblo bread-baking technique through a hands-on demonstration. The demonstration is included with admission of $7/adults and free to children 16 and younger, people with Native/Tribal affiliations, Read More
NMDOT Offers Free Virtual NEPA Training
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — Transportation professionals across New Mexico can learn to navigate public engagement requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) through free virtual training sessions offered by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) this summer.
The training series addresses a need for more effective and inclusive community engagement in transportation projects statewide, with a focus on NEPA compliance and best practices. Sessions target agencies, consultants, and professionals involved in transportation planning, projects, and Read More
Universal Light-Touch Home Visiting Program Transitions To Early Childhood Education & Care Department
ECECD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) announced today that Family Connects New Mexico, a nurse-led home visiting program supporting families with newborns, has officially transitioned from the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) to ECECD, effective July 1.
The move aligns with the state’s broader strategy to streamline and strengthen early childhood services under one agency. The transition will not interrupt services for families—current and future participants can expect the same high-quality care and support they’ve always Read More
Santa Fe Opera Presents: Wagner Symposium July 28
SFO News:
Join our invited speakers at the Santa Fe Opera Campus from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday, July 28, for a Symposium to hear about the thought-provoking and controversial genius, Richard Wagner. Whether you are new to Wagner or an experienced aficionado, this day-long event will be both enlightening and entertaining.
Desirée Mays, lecturer and storyteller, asks Why Wagner? She will open the morning with the sounds and images of Die Walküre, discuss the mythic story, and introduce the speakers.
Mary Springfels, Co-Director of Severall Friends Early Music Ensemble will present Read More
Join Los Alamos JJAB In Making A Difference: Annual School Supply Drive Needs Your Support!
Students receiving supplies last year. Courtesy photo
School Shopping Baskets. Courtesy photo
JJAB News:
Los Alamos JJAB is thrilled to announce the kickoff of its annual school supply drive, a vital initiative dedicated to helping LAPS students prepare for a successful school year.
This year, we are reaching out to our community for financial donations to ensure that every child has the essential supplies they need to excel in their education.
JJAB is committed to easing this burden by collecting funds to purchase essential school supplies, including backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, Read More
White Rock Branch Library Celebrating 10th Anniversary With Upcoming Street Fair, Author Talk By Hampton Sides
Ribbon cutting ceremony on July 31, 2015, of the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy/New Mexico State Library
The crowd gathered July 31, 2015, for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the White Rock Branch Library. Courtesy/Los Alamos Public Library
Scene of the crane sculpture as night falls over White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Leslie Bucklin/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Library is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the White Rock Branch Library this month with a series of community events, including a lively street fair and a return visit from bestselling author Hampton Sides.
On Read More
Keep Your Eyes On The Stars And Feet On The Ground At Jemez Historic Site July 19
NMDCA News:
Learn about NASA’s PUNCH program, along with past and modern perspectives of astronomy at Jemez Historic Site during two programs held on Saturday, July 19.
From 11 a.m.–1 p.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 the sun using a solar telescope.
From 8 p.m.–11 p.m., visitors can spend Read More
Canes & Canines To Meet July 9 At Violas
COMMUNITY News:
Canes & Canines, the support group for blind and low-vision people, will host its monthly meeting at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Viola’s Restaurant at 1360 Trinity Drive.
Everyone is invited to attend. Read More
Hilltopper Football Camp Happening July 7 and 8
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project Equips 20 Young Adults With Counselor Training For Summer Camp Serving 120 Children
ZUNI News:
ZUNI, N.M. — Ahead of its Wellness Week and 17th Annual Summer Camp serving 120 Zuni children, the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project provided an intensive counselor training and retreat experience for 20 young adults, June 9-20. Wellness Week took place June 23-26, and Summer Camp started June 30 and will run through July 25.
The counselors participated in five days of training with ZYEP and community partners, a three-day retreat at Cottonwood Gulch Basecamp and Mt. Taylor, and four additional training days at ZYEP. The training included a significant focus on Zuni language.
“This Read More
Aquatic Center Closing 8am-3pm July 29 For Training
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Aquatic Center’s Olympic Pool and Therapy Pool will be temporarily closed, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, for a scheduled in-service training.
During this time, Aquatic Center staff and community members will receive training on the new Colorado Timing System, which will be used for hosting swim meets and other timed events.
The Leisure Lagoon will remain open during normal hours on July 29.
The Aquatic Center’s Olympic Pool and Therapy Pool will reopen and resume normal operations after 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29.
Direct questions to the Aquatic Center Read More
PEEC Suds & Shows: Game Night At Nature Center July 10
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Education Center (PEEC) Suds & Shows: Game Night is 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road.
Are you on a quest for a princess in a castle? Do you dream of speeding down the rainbow road on your way to VICTORY? Can you and your friends dominate a trivia board game? Here’s your chance to flex your gaming muscles!
Thanks to partners at The Family YMCA, PEEC will have a variety of games to choose from, including console games on Switch and Xbox, plus board games and party games from Mesa Top Games. Oh, and of course, a cash bar courtesy of Pajarito Read More
Heinmiller: Clever And Dishonest Plans For Making Money
By BILL HEINMILLER
Los Alamos
I start with a love story. Not long ago, I met the love of my life, a beautiful princess, online. She lived in Nigeria. She emailed her picture to me and said she loved me. It was love at first sight! All I needed to do to win her heart, she wrote, was wire her $10,000 to help her get her sizeable inheritance through the Nigerian bureaucracy. Then she would come to the US and give me not only her hand in marriage but also a reward of trunks filled with gems and diamonds for helping her out. What a deal! So, I promptly wired her the funds and began preparing our matrimonial home and nursery. Read More
