Free Virtual Learning On Digital Literacy For New Mexicans Through GetSetUp Initiative
A GetSetUp team member visits Corrales Public Library to help older adults learn digital literacy skills. Courtesy/New Mexico State Library and GetSetUp© 2025SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Library has announced a new statewide initiative that expands access to lifelong learning through a partnership with GetSetUp, a leading virtual learning platform designed for older adults.
The initiative, funded by a USDA Rural Utilities Service Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant, supports the State Library’s mission to close the digital divide and promote
Moving Day Underway At Chamisa Elementary School!
They say many hands make light work, and bright and early this morning, the team from Delancy Street arrived at Chamisa Elementary Day to help with the transition to the next era in the school’s history. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Kiwanis Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients
At the recent Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos 2025 scholarship presentation, from left, Kiwanis Scholarship Chair Sharon Allen with 2025 recipients, Zoe Bent, Jonathan Chen, Joy Mei Lincoln, Hayden Kim, Uxue Sansinena and Sofia West. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos is proud to present our 2025 scholarship recipients. These six outstanding students have shown a commitment to working to bring people together through their community service volunteer activities.
Zoe Bent has worked with the PEEC and Fuller Lodge art camps and also volunteered Read More
Read With A Garbage Truck Driver In-Person June 25
COUNTY News:
It’s back! Every Wednesday through July 23, White Rock Branch Library will host its second annual Read with a Ranger series.
Special guests from the community – physicists and firefighters, police officers and garbage truck drivers, a nurse and a construction worker, a fish hatchery manager and an animal control officer – will read picture books and lead activities focused on their areas of expertise. Some will even bring their specialized vehicles.
Kids age 4 to 4th grade are invited to enjoy an afternoon getting to know more about the community and all the wonderful people who Read More
Additional Scenes From ScienceFest 2025
The ScienceFest 2025 booth powered by Los Alamos MainStreet Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. The popular annual event featured more than 54 booths and 19 vendors this year, offering exciting things to see and do. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Recardo Lambert of Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities mans the Sewage Disposal education booth ‘Don’t Flush That’ demonstration Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Even the turtles in the pond turned out in force for ScienceFest 2025 on Saturday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos OEM & LACDC To Host Virtual LEPC Meeting To Help Businesses Prepare For Emergencies 9 AM Monday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Office of Emergency Management (OEM), in partnership with Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC), will host a virtual Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting focused on business preparedness and continuity planning, 9-10 a.m. Monday, June 23, via Zoom.
This interactive session is designed to equip local business owners with practical tools and guidance to help them prepare for and respond to potential disruptions. The presentation will walk participants through the fundamentals of creating a Business Continuity Plan, Read More
Embudo Valley Tutoring Association Seeks Retired Professionals To Uplift Students In 2025-26 School Year
EVTA News:
The Embudo Valley Tutoring Association (EVTA) is seeking tutors in reading and math for high-need elementary school students in the Española Independent School District
EVTA is seeking committed, retired professionals interested in helping uplift local students, many of whom are a year or two behind their class.
Tutoring for 2025-26 School Year:
- EVTA is seeking people with education or tutoring experience are encouraged to apply; however, EVTA is interested in talking with any degree-holding person who desires to work with students. EVTA provides training.
- The best, long-term
Senior Activity Centers To Close For Staff Development
LARSO News:
The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers will be closed on Tuesday, June 24, for a scheduled Staff Development Day.
All regular activities and congregate meal services will be canceled for the day. Home Delivered Meal recipients will receive a frozen meal in advance of the closure.
LARSO staff appreciate the community’s understanding as the team takes this time for training and continued service improvement.
Direct questions to the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center at 505.662.8920.
The Los Alamos and White Rock Senior Activity Centers offer classes, workshops, Read More
Students Reported Safe After Unauthorized Man Enters Stage Area Of National Speech And Debate Tournament
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Students from Los Alamos and around the world are reported to be safe after an unauthorized man entered the stage area during event activities on Thursday, at the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Des Moines, Iowa.
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Jennifer Guy addressed the incident, saying, “All of our students are safe. I am grateful for the coach, Mr. Poston, and the wonderful chaperones who were with our students. They were able to account for them quickly, make sure parents were notified, and provide support Read More
LARSO, Y & Samizdat To Host Science Of Tea Sunday
LARSO News:
In celebration of ScienceFest 2025, the Los Alamos Retired & Senior Organization (LARSO), Los Alamos Teen Center, and Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse will present the “Science of Tea”, 2-4 p.m. Sunday, June 22, at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center.
This year’s theme is “Boston Tea Party” and explores the connections between science and history! Savor five unique teas carefully selected by Samizdat staff. Each tea is paired with a delicious refreshment prepared by LARSO chefs. These small bites range from savory to sweet and are made to highlight the distinct flavor profile Read More
McQuiston: Does Insurance Cover Your Home If Evacuated?
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
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If you’ve lived in New Mexico for a while, especially in areas like Los Alamos, the foothills, or near forested canyons, you know that wildfire season is no joke.
And while we hope we’ll never have to evacuate, those emergency alerts can come fast. You grab your family, your pets, maybe a few important papers — and go.
But once you’ve left your home behind, the question starts creeping in:
“Am I covered if something happens while I’m gone? What if we never get to go
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents ‘Free Lunch Or Free Will?: The Jewish Texts And Modern Biology Address Voluntary Choice’ June 24
Rabbi Jack Shlachter
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2025 Summer Lecture Series Presents “Free Lunch or Free Will?: The Jewish Texts and Modern Biology Address Voluntary Choice” by Rabbi Jack Shlachter, Tuesday June 24 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 presentations will be recorded and streamed to the ZOOM address given at the website. The ZOOM link issues are corrected.
https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org
It appears that we can choose between several Read More
Bugs, Bots, & Baby Goats: PEEC’s Summer Family Evenings Are Happening, Rain Or Shine!
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is excited to welcome families back for its beloved Summer Family Evenings series, made possible thanks to the generous support of the Del Norte LOV Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Del Norte Credit Union.
At 6 p.m., every Wednesday evening from June 4–July 23, families can enjoy affordable, hands-on programs that bring science, nature, and animals to life at the Los Alamos Nature Center. With engaging guests from around the region, these events are perfect for curious kids and their grown-ups looking for summer fun.
Here’s Read More
Love NM To Host Free One-Day Outreach To Serve New Mexico Families In Need June 27 At Tingley Coliseum
LOVENM News:
ALBUQUERQUE — In response to widespread need across New Mexico, Love NM will host Love Day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, June 27, at Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, in conjunction with OneABQ and several local churches.
This free event will connect individuals and families with a variety of goods, services, and targeted resources focused on health, wellness, and child development. Community members may register to attend at lovenm.org/#events.
Love Day is an outreach event designed to support New Mexicans with dignity by providing essential services and resources in a joyful Read More
Traffic Impact Alert For ScienceFest Events June 20-21
LAMSCD News:
The Los Alamos MainStreet and Creative District (LAMSCD) reminds the public of road closures taking place today, June 20, and Saturday, 21, due to ScienceFest events.
There will be traffic impacts during the Los Alamos ScienceFest, particularly during the Night Market and Discovery Day events on both days.
Key Traffic Impacts:
- Today’s Road Closure – Central Avenue from 20th Street to Oppenheimer Drive will be closed 4-9 p.m. during the ScienceFest Night Market.
- Today’s Night Market – (North side of Ashley Pond): 5-9 p.m., featuring more than 30 vendors and taking place during
Los Alamos County Airport Open House Set For June 28
KLAM/EAA News:
Saturday, June 28, will be a big day for aviation enthusiasts, young and old, in northern New Mexico. The Los Alamos County Airport (KLAM), in cooperation with Chapter 691 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), and Los Alamos ScienceFest, will host an Open House, 9 a.m. to noon, at KLAM Airport with a morning of aviation activities, exhibits, and fun.
This event is free and open to the public. The open house will feature displays of certified and experimental aircraft, paramotor and ultralight flying, RC aircraft, flight simulators, and an exhibition and presentation Read More
Go Behind The Scenes At Bandelier With Natural Resource Interns’ PEEC Presentation July 1
Bandelier National Monument’s Natural Resource Management interns, Vanessa Luviano and Mykah Gallher. Photo by Kristen O’Hara
PEEC News:
Discover what it’s like to work behind the scenes in one of New Mexico’s most iconic landscapes at a special event hosted by the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at the Los Alamos Nature Center. At 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 1, Bandelier National Monument’s Natural Resource Management interns, Vanessa Luviano and Mykah Gallher, will present an engaging talk about their experiences as emerging conservation scientists.
This unique Read More
Discover The Secret Lives Of Pollinators In ‘My Garden Of A Thousand Bees’ Screening At PEEC June 23
Martin Dohrn filming a bumblebee hovering over a dandelion. Photo by Martin Dohrn Passion Planet
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), in partnership with Bee City Los Alamos, invites the community to a special free screening of the acclaimed documentary My Garden of a Thousand Bees from 6–7 p.m., Monday, June 23, 2025, at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium.
This event is generously sponsored by Los Alamos Technical Associates (LATA), a longtime supporter of community education and environmental stewardship. Admission is free, and families are welcome Read More
SFCC Announces Winners Of 2025 Student Art Awards
Public viewing the work at SFCC’s May 2025 Student Art Show exhibition. Courtesy/SFCC
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College’s Art on Campus announces the winners of the 2025 Student Art Awards. “The awards recognize outstanding creativity and artistic skill seen in artwork created by students in SFCC art classes,” Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel said. The cash awards are supported in part by Santa Fe Community College Foundation.
Dean of the school of Liberal Arts and the School of Arts, Design and Media Arts James (Jim) Wysong, Ed.D., announced the award winners at student Read More
New Mexico History Museum: Southwest History Research Grant Opportunity Now Open
NMHM News:
The New Mexico History Museum’s (NMHM) Fray Angélico Chávez History Library (FACHL) is looking to support research into Southwest history in the fourth year of its Steve Wimmer Southwestern Historical Research Fund.
The fund will provide the selected scholar with a $1,500 stipend, four nights of lodging at the La Fonda Hotel in Santa Fe and use of FACHL’s collections to conduct their research.
What: Applicants for the Steve Wimmer Southwestern Historical Research Fund should prepare a letter of interest detailing the questions guiding their research and at least one collection Read More
