Los Alamos CES 4-H Agent Desaree Jimenez Retires
Desaree Jimenez, left, with students Ally Booton and Derek Rodriguez who were two of eight state winners of the 4-H Portfolio competition. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos
“Movement is Magic and Motion is the Potion” is what I came up with when asked to help name a statewide program on engaging people to exercise. Part of the reason was due to Strong Senior, Strong Bones work with Desaree Jimenez, Los Alamos’ former County Program Director of Family and Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Agent for the Los Alamos Cooperative Extension Service.
Jimenez retired last month and there’s nothing Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation Announces Funding For Career Technical Education At LAPS
LAPS Foundation News:
Since its inception in 2006, the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation has successfully worked to raise money within the community for the benefit of LAPS teachers and students. Now, LAPS Foundation has announced an exciting initiative to benefit the school district’s career technical education (CTE) programs.
Jennifer Guy, LAPS Superintendent and LAPS Foundation Board Member, is enthusiastic about the Foundation’s plans to invest resources in Los Alamos Public Schools’ CTE programs, stating, “We’re excited to be partnering with the Foundation to help so many Read More
Northern New Mexico College Welcomes New Regents Ron Lovato And Dolores Gurule
Northern New Mexico College Board of Regents (from left): NNMC President Hector Balderas, Vice-Chair Erica Rita Velarde, Secretary/Treasurer Ruben Archuleta, outgoing Regent Porter Swentzell, outgoing Regent Casandra Batista Dauz, Regent Ron Lovato, Regent Dolores Gurule and Chair Michael Martin. Courtesy photo
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board of Regents members, Ron Lovato and Dolores Gurule, and the reappointment of Vice-Chair Erica Rita Velarde. All three were confirmed by the New Mexico State Senate Read More
New Mexico Poetry Out Loud 2025 Champion Kaitlyn Lubega Headed To National Competition In Washington, DC
Kaitlyn Lubega is the 2025 New Mexico Poetry Out Loud Champion and will represent the state at the National Finals in Washington, DC. Courtesy/Photo by Cousineau Studios
NMA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Poetry Out Loud champion, Kaitlyn Lubega, a 12th grader attending United World College (UWC-USA) in Montezuma, NM, is headed to the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, DC, May 5 – 7, 2025.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, this poetry recitation competition for high school students is a partnership of the National Endowment for the Arts, Poetry Foundation, and New Mexico Read More
Author Talk/Writing Workshop: Diné Poet Loley April 5
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Public Library will host New Mexico-born Diné poet and novelist, Manny Loley Saturday, April 5 at Mesa Public Library.
Loley will begin an author talk at 1 p.m. sharing his work, his path as a writer, and the role of storytelling in the region. Following the author talk, Loley will lead a free writing workshop 2-4 p.m. for wordsmiths of all experience levels.
Loley holds a Ph.D. in English and literary arts from the University of Denver, and an M.F.A. in fiction from the Institute of American Indian Arts. Loley is an inaugural In-Na-Po Fellow, and a member of Saad Bee Hózhǫ́: Read More
LAPD: 2025 Safety Town Starts June 2!
LAPD News:
Safety Town is returning! This free program is for all children entering kindergarten in Fall 2025. It will be held 8 a.m. to noon Monday, June 2, 2025, through Friday, June 6, 2025, at Barranca Elementary School.
Participating children will engage in hands-on activities, arts and crafts projects, public safety interaction and controlled safety situations they may encounter at school, home and/or in the community.
Safety Town guides young children through:
- Bicycle and helmet safety;
- Traffic safety while on a bicycle;
- Intersection safety;
- Wild and domestic animal safety;
- Who
AIA President To Lead Design Centric Activities, Discussions At Barranca Mesa & Los Alamos High School April 2
Evelyn Lee
AIA News:
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2025 President, Evelyn Lee, FAIA, will visit her alma mater, Barranca Mesa Elementary and Los Alamos High School April 2 to share her experience on becoming an architect and to listen to students present about their architecture and design classwork.
Lee’s visit, in conjunction with AIA Albuquerque, will provide the younger students with an opportunity to learn about the many ways architecture improves life, while the older students will have the opportunity to hear about the path Lee took from Los Alamos County to leading the Read More
Dance Arts Los Alamos ‘DALA’ Advances To International Finals At Youth America Grand Prix!
Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) 12 Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) participants top row from left, Coaches Rachel Zervakos and Jonathan Guise. Second row from left, Jane Mocko, Jana Gauss, Emily Huang and Jasper Lee. Third row from left, Ariana Kimball, Anabel Irving and Olivia Haroz. Front row from left, Sierra Esquibel, Luisa Schmitz, Ciara Hinrichs, Margaret Kelley and Hannah Lee. Courtesy/DALA
Margaret Kelley performs her classical variation onstage at the YAGP Regional Semi-Final competition in Denver, Colo. Courtesy/DALA
DALA News:
Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) attended the Youth Read More
Get Up Close To Camel Corps At Coronado Historic Site
Texas Camel Corps will be at Coronado Historic Site for a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Courtesy/CHS
Texas Camel Corps will be at Coronado Historic Site for a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Courtesy/CHS
Coronado Historic Site News:
BERNALILLO – Get up close to camels and learn about the history of the Texas Camel Corps at Coronado Historic Site during a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12. This special event is presented by New Mexico Historic Sites and The Friends of Coronado and Jemez Historic Sites.
Visitors Read More
Discover The Fascinating Wonders Of Seasonal Community Science With PEEC At Los Alamos Nature Center
Craig Martin
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites community members to explore the fascinating world of seasonal community science at a special event, 7-8 p.m. Friday, March 28 at the Los Alamos Nature Center a 2600 Canyon Road.
The event is free to the public and will feature naturalist and writer Craig Martin and PEEC education staff as they showcase a variety of ways for individuals to get involved in community science projects.
About the Event:
Community science offers something for everyone, no matter their interests. From local wildlife to the farthest Read More
119 New Mexico Workers Stand To Benefit From State Job Training Funds
Photo of lab. Courtesy/Pajarito Powder LLC
EDD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that it approved $1.6 million in funds to assist nine companies in training up to 119 employees through the Job Training Incentive Program.
The Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) board approves funds monthly in support of hiring, training, and upskilling New Mexico workers. Companies that applied in March are located in Albuquerque, Artesia, Moriarty, Roswell, and Santa Teresa. JTIP releases funds to the companies as cost reimbursement to cover a minimum of Read More
Enjoy The Magic Of Eight Foods Native Peoples Share With Chefs Lois Ellen Frank And Walter Whitewater April 5
Food Photo © Lois Ellen Frank; Lois/Walter Photo © Vlad Foto
NMHM News:
The New Mexico History Museum invites the public to a special presentation 2-4 p.m., Saturday, April 5, with chefs Lois Ellen Frank, Ph.D., and Walter Whitewater (Diné/Navajo) based on their book “Seed to Plate, Soil to Sky: Modern Plant-Based Recipes Using Native American Ingredients.” The event is part of the History Museum’s food lecture series “New Mexico on a Plate with Chef Johnny Vee and Friends.”
This insightful talk will offer a unique opportunity to delve into the “Seed to Plate” philosophy, Read More
Los Alamos High School Ski Racers Dominate Podium At Angel Fire And Strike Gold At Breckenridge!
Los Alamos High School ski racers dominate the podium! Logan Swickely (freshman, TAF, left) celebrates his 1st place victory, while Jack Harris (sophomore, LASRC) claims 2nd place in a thrilling race. Photo by Stephani Swickley
Focused and ready! Los Alamos Ski Racing Club racers inspect the course alongside Coach Alex Ames, left, strategizing for the race ahead, from left, Mathilda Long, Katherine Achuleta, Francis Archuleta, Madelinn Honig, Bridger Dickman, Max Hanson and Tallie Dickman. Photo by Stephanie Archuleta
By KEVIN MERTES
Los Alamos Ski Racing Club
Speed, skill, and sheer Read More
Deep Dive Into Grief: Community Event On Building Empathy And Connection Friday At Mesa Public Library
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos community is invited to a unique and powerful event designed to foster empathy, connection, and understanding through personal stories of grief.
Only a few spots remain for pre-registration for the Deep Dive into Grief.
Hosted in collaboration with Los Alamos Library, Los Alamos Community Services Department, Los Alamos Courts and Los Alamos JJAB, this event will take place 5:45-8 p.m. Friday, March 28, at Mesa Public Library in Los Alamos. Read More
Papa Murphy’s Pizza Fundraiser For LAMS PTO April 23
Santa Fe Symphony Jazz Club Event At Los Alamos High School Black Box Theater April 17-18
LAHS News:
Santa Fe Symphony Jazz Club will perform 6 p.m. Thursday, April 17 and 6 p.m. Friday, April 18 at the Los Alamos High School Black Box Theater.
The event will feature student ensembles from Los Alamos and Santa Fe and highlight advanced and intermediate combos, offering a glimpse into the skills and techniques needed to perform America’s music – jazz.
Tickets are $10 and may be obtained here santafesymphony.org or call 505.983.1414. Read More
Paleontologist From NM Museum Of Natural History & Science Part Of Team Naming New Species Of Clawed Dinosaur
Bones and diagram of newly discovered dinosaur Duonychus tsogtbaatari. The dinosaur was identified by a group of researchers that includes New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science Executive Director Dr. Anthony Fiorillo. Courtesy/NMMNHS
A rendering of Duonychus tsogtbaatari, a newly identified dinosaur identified by an international research team. Courtesy/NMMNHS
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE – A new species of dinosaur notable for its long, distinctive claws has been discovered in Mongolia by an international research team that included New Mexico Museum of Natural History Read More
Jemez Mountain Brewhouse Collects Donations For Suicide Prevention
C’YA Executive Director Bernadette Lauritzen with Jemez Mountain Brewhouse Co-owner Scott Johnson. The Brewery collected change for the C’YA launch of suicide prevention training. Johnson handed over donations while serving pizza on many Monday nights at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op in Los Alamos. Courtesy/C’YA
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA)
Scott Johnson, aka Mr. Johnson, will always be the most astounding first grade teacher to many. His classroom was an active place of kindness and respect, as he built a love of learning in the lives of Read More
State Summer Reading Program Registration Is Now Open
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — Monday, state education agencies announce that registration is open for the 2025 Summer Reading Program, a free initiative designed to serve 15,000 students from incoming kindergarteners to outgoing eighth graders with focused reading instruction in small groups with trained literacy instructors.
The 2025 Summer Reading Program will run in June and July and is a collaboration between the New Mexico Public Education Department, Higher Education Department and Early Childhood Education and Care Department. Families can sign up for the program on the Summer Reading Read More
