Lifestyles

Community Messiah Sing-A-Long Dec. 13

COMMUNITY News:

The Collaborative Artists of Los Alamos and White Rock invite the community to its first Annual Community Messiah Sing-A-Long.

Sing along at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13 with an orchestra and chorus, the music of Handel’s famous oratorio “The Messiah.” Those who are not singers are invited to listen as the LDS Church in Los Alamos at 1967 18th St., is filled with the music of this amazing work, which highlights the ever-popular “Hallelujah Chorus.”

Enjoy soloists Heather Bingham, Olivia Hakel, Daniel Torres and Devon McCleskey. Conducted by Tjett Read More

Smart Design With Suzette: Holiday Decorating

A color coordinated holiday dining room. Courtesy photo
 

By SUZETTE FOX
Los Alamos

I can’t believe it’s been a year since I’ve begun writing these columns.

I have thoroughly enjoyed sharing my design philosophy with you. I have heard positive feedback regarding my columns and I truly appreciate it.

The holidays are already upon us. I thought I would share some ideas about decorating for the holidays that might inspire you this season.

 

 

A unique Hanukkah color scheme. Courtesy photo
 

Design Tips

  • Embrace different color schemes. Holiday decorating isn’t restricted
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More Scenes From 2015 Creche Show

A guide in period costume checks out the display of creches at the 2015 LDS Church Creche Show. The annual event always draws a big crowd. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
An elegant manger scene. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Needlepoint creche. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Manger scenes inside snow globes. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Food from the time of Jesus was the fare at Saturday’s annual Creche Show. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
A Lego creche with some interesting guests at
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Scenes From Los Alamos Creche Show 2015

This nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger is part of this year’s International Creche Show at the Los Alamos LDS Church. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

This nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger is part of this year’s International Creche Show at the Los Alamos LDS Church. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

This nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger is part of this year’s International Creche Show at the Los Alamos LDS Church. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

COMMUNITY News:

The LDS Church hosted its annual Los Alamos Creche Show Friday Read More

Pastor Granillo: Love.

By Pastor RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
 
Love.

It can be frustrating to hear a Christian’s response to a tragedy to be only, “My prayers are with you.”

It can be frustrating because many do not believe in the power of prayer and so they feel as if no real help is being offered, and nothing else will be done. But to be fair, for many Christians, prayer is an act that relieves them of the responsibility to get further involved in what may be happening. Prayer is important—it has the power to change the world; but it should never be an excuse for inaction.

James wrote, “Suppose a brother or sister is without Read More

Mrs. Beadsley’s Jewel Box: Holiday Gift Ideas

By DEBRA LOWENSTEIN
Mrs. Beadsely’s Vintage Jewelry

It’s that time of year again. We are all racking our brains to come up with that unique and relevant gift idea for family and friends. Vintage and antique things are definitely unique; that’s the easy part. But what about something that’s really relevant to a particular person? How about a gift that will actually thrill someone; that they will truly love? Great gifting isn’t easy and it takes time. But maybe it doesn’t need to be that hard.

Guys can be hard to shop for. Here’s a few ideas you might not Read More

Benefits Of HOAs In New Mexico Touted

ASSOCIA News:
 
SANTA FE  Associa, the industry’s leading community association management company, promoted the benefits of homeowners’ associations and New Mexico’s HOA Act during a hearing of the Interim Committee on Courts, Corrections and Justice Dec. 1 in Santa Fe.
 
According to Community Associations Institute, approximately 260,000 New Mexicans live in 160,000 homes in nearly 2,000 community associations across the state. 
 
These residents pay $300 million each year in dues that go toward maintenance of their communities and various
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Latter Day Saints Church Invites Community To Creche Show Dec. 4-5

COMMUNITY News:
 
The LDS Church invites the community to the annual Los Alamos Creche Show 2-7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4 and again 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5.
 
Different from years past, this show “It All Began in Bethlehem” will highlight not just international Creches, but attendees will be personally guided through events of Christ’s life and enjoy foods specific to Biblical times and culture.
 
Come and enjoy an experience that promises to bring peace and comfort to your holidays!
 
All ages and denominations welcome!
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Heinrich Cosponsors Bill To Strengthen Security Of Visa Waiver Program

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and Senate Armed Services Committee, is an original cosponsor of bipartisan legislation introduced today to tighten the Visa Waiver Program to help prevent terrorists from entering the United States.

Currently, the Visa Waiver Program permits visa free travel to the United States for citizens of 38 countries that qualify—an average of 20 million visitors per year. The Visa Waiver Program Security Enhancement Act makes a number of security enhancements Read More

Go Shopping, Hit The Spa, Take A Nap … Leave The Kiddos To Us Dec. 12

COMMUNITY News:
 
Drop your kiddos (ages 3-12) off at La Vista Church, 15 Grand Canyon Dr., in White Rock, for movies, snacks, pizza, games, and a whole lot of fun!
 
Meantime, go shopping, hit the spa, take a nap, or whatever you please.
 
The cost is $40 per child for five hours of worry free child care. Reserve your FIVE HOUR spot TODAY as they are limited and filling up! Time slots are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or 4 to 9 p.m., Saturday Dec. 12.
 
To reserve your slot, email your contact information, names and ages of children, and preferred slot to: lavistanaz@lavistanaz.org
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Franklin Graham Prayer Rally Coming To Santa Fe

BGEA News:
 
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Evangelist Franklin Graham and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) will conduct prayer rallies in all 50 states next year, including Santa Fe March 16, 2016. 
 
“As America’s attention turns to an election year, I do not believe Republicans or Democrats or any other party can turn this nation around—only God can,” Graham said, president of the BGEA. “God hears the prayers of his people, so we’ll be calling on Christians in every state to pray fervently and faithfully for America.”
 
  • WHAT: Called 
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Shop On The Corner Christmas Sale Dec. 2

SOTC News:
 
The Shop on the Corner Thrift Shop is all set up and awaiting its friends and neighbors for its annual big Christmas Sale this year beginning at 8:30 a.m., today, Dec. 2, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church. 
 
The special jewelry section features fine jewels from many parts of the world. Festive clothing, holiday décor, as well as toys and games, stuffed animals, books, and much more are ready and waiting for your Christmas wish list giving needs.

The Shop on the Corner Thrift Shop’s yearly total outreach proceeds provide funding to more than

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More Than 500 Travelers To U.S. Flagged Daily For National Security Concerns

Travelers driving north Saturday on I-10 past Las Cruces are routed through this security checkpoint. The checkpoint is set up year round. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

HSNW News:

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data show that every day, hundreds of travelers going through airports, seaports and land border crossings are flagged for “suspected national security concerns.”

The Boston Herald reports that in 2014, the average daily number of those flagged for national security concerns was 548. CBP officials would not say how many of those flagged were discovered, Read More

Breakfast With Santa 7-11 a.m. Saturday

KIWANIS News:

Enjoy a morning of fun at the annual Breakfast with Santa, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos, with a large contribution from Del Norte Credit Union.

The free breakfast is 7-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. In return, attendees are requested to donate either non-perishable food items or money.

Food collected will be used by LA Cares to feed local families in need. Money donated will be used for the Kiwanis/CYFD Foster Children Christmas party. Any money left over from the Foster Children’s party will be used to make up food baskets that will be distributed Read More

How The Hen House Turns: Animal Oxymorans (1)

How the Hen House Turns

By CAROLYN (CARY) NEEPER Ph.D.
 
Animal Oxymorans (1)

We humans like to oversimplify things. So it is with animals. Too often we think of them as domestic or not, pets or not, dangerous or not, when in fact they are a little bit of this and a lot of that and a smidgen of something else—just like the rest of us.

Take rats, for instance. It’s not fun to find a  rat in one’s backyard, only to be told that they live in the sidewalk ivy bed. I’ll agree, but it doesn’t mean that all rats are nasty. They have been living in or near human habitats for thousands of years. As a result, they Read More

Children’s Christmas Bazaar 9 a.m. To Noon Saturday

Young shoppers at the 2014 Children’s Christmas Bazaar. Courtesy photo

A young shopper at the checkout table at the 2014 Children’s Christmas Bazaar. Courtesy photo

 

TOTH News:

Can you imagine the look on a child’s face as they emerge from shopping at the Children’s Christmas Bazaar? Their anticipation and excitement of giving their gifts is extraordinary! 

Join us 9 a.m. to noon next Saturday, Dec. 5 at Trinity on the Hill Church. This event is for children in kindergarten to 6th grade. They start in Sherrill Hall where they prepare their list of people to shop for, complete their Read More

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