This Week At Farmers Market: May 28
Los Alamos Farmer’s Market. File photoSolo Traveler: Technology Changes Culture
La Plaza del Chorro y Lavaderos Publicos in San Miguel de Allende. Photo by Sherry Hardage
Public wash basins used to wash clothing in earlier times. Photo by Sherry Hardage
Solo TravelerMany years ago I attended a lecture by an anthropologist who had grown up in Cochiti Pueblo.
When he was a kid, his family lived in a traditional extended family home. Because the only heat in the small adobe house was a wood stove in the kitchen, the family gathered around the kitchen table in the evenings. The kids did their homework and his grandparents told stories. In this way they Read More
Los Alamos Memorial Day Remembrance At Guaje Pines Cemetery 11 A.M. Monday
Courtesy/VFW
COMMUNITY News:
This year’s Los Alamos Memorial Day Remembrance is 11 a.m., Monday at the Guaje Pines Cemetery.
The event is hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and local organizations, and the general public is invited to attend. The local theme is “Where the Fallen Rest.”
Memorial Day is a national holiday in the United States for remembering those who died while serving in the country’s armed forces. The holiday, which is observed every year on the last Monday of May, was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union Read More
Thrift Store Clearance Sale Wednesday
COMMUNITY News:
Shop on the Corner, the thrift store at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, will hold a Spring Clearance Sale Wednesday, May 27.
Customers may fill a thrift store shopping basket for $5. Clerks will also accept “best offers” for goods. The entire contents of the Shop, including children’s and adult’s clothing and accessories, shoes, books, housewares, crafts, games and toys, will be on sale. Included are a number of prom and formal dresses, men’s suits, coats, and the specially-priced clothing racks.
Hours are 8:45-11:45 a.m. Shop on the Corner is on the lower level Read More
Pastor Granillo: Holy Tongues
By Pastor RAUL GRANILLOIt is ironic that in our world, while just about anyone can send information from one side of the planet to the other at the speed of light, we still so desperately lack in actual communication.
We may technically speak the same language, but we interpret things so differently that the intended message is often lost in translation. This is a tragedy that can be seen in every aspect of society; from our governments to our own households, even within the Church.
When we hear about “Pentecost” today, the reference is usually to the first Pentecost after the resurrection Read More
Subway Development Agent Visits Los Alamos Store
Front left, Connie Gemignani, director of operations for development agent for Subway, arrived in town this morning to meet with Los Alamos Subway franchise owner Larry Singh, front right. Singh’s wife Manny and brother-in-law Ricky Chhina are seated in back. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A worker shines the windows this morning at the new Subway on Central Avenue in anticipation of the store’s opening for business sometime next week. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
An opening date for the local Subway Read More
Community Plant Swap May 24 And May 31
Plant swaps coming up May 24 and May 31. Courtesy/UCLA
COMMUNITY News:
The Unitarian Church of Los Alamos is hosting two plant swaps for the community at its temporary home at 195 East Road (TRK building between East Park Pool and Fire Station).
The plant swaps are 9 a.m. to noon Sundays, May 24 and May 31. Bring plants you wish to give away, and take home any you can use. All unclaimed plants after the swap will be donated to PEEC and/or put to good use. Don’t have a plant to swap? No problem. Take some anyway.
Participation is FREE. For more information, contact the Church Office at 505.662.2346 or email Read More
Food On The Hill: Dino Kale Chips
Kale chips. Photo by Felicia Orth
Food On The HillDino Kale Chips
Kale chips are easy and inexpensive to make, and fun to eat. The kale that tastes best as a chip is Lacinato kale, also referred to as “Dino kale” or “Tuscan kale.” Lacinato kale was cultivated in Italy in the 18th century, and grown in Thomas Jefferson’s garden in 1777.
To assure crisp, delicious chips, just observe a few pointers: make sure the kale leaves are dry before oiling. Use very little oil and salt and bake the leaves in a single layer on the baking pan. Store them in an airtight container only after Read More
Two Children From La Vista Church Travel To California To Compete On New Mexico All Star Bible Quiz
Ray Gallegos, 11, Sienna Granillo, 8, and Coach Trina Granillo at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. Photo by Raul GranilloCHURCH News:
Two children from the La Vista Church of the Nazarene in White Rock, traveled to San Diego, Calif., to compete on the New Mexico All Star Bible Quiz Teams.
The three New Mexico teams competed May 16 at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, against 20 other teams from California, Arizona and Las Vegas, Nev.
Sienna Granillo, 8, and Ray Gallegos, 11, earned their spots by memorizing 20 verses from the Bible and by
How The Hen House Turns: Roosters In Danger
How the Hen House TurnsAfter growing up well defended from crows, Peeper took on a masterful air that defied assault. He would watch with indifference as the crows landed within the chicken pen and took a few grains of leftover corn. They were nearly as tall as the hens, but were shaped more like bullets than pears, which made for a strange assortment of silhouettes strutting about the pen.
Eventually, the crows would sidle up to one of the hens and try a few quick swipes with their beaks before the master of the yard, now a handsome game cock, flew Read More
Smart Design With Suzette – Classic Design
Classic kitchen with a wow factor. Courtesy photo
Smart Design With Suzette – Classic Design
I’ve written about how to get started in a kitchen remodel, how to create a budget and touched on schematic design. Next, learn what’s timeless, classic so your remodel won’t look dated in five years.
Classic with a hint of AWESOME
When renovating, it’s easy to overlook the details when there are so many decisions to be made. If you want a classic look with a “wow factor” – it’s definitely in the details.
The choice of backsplash, countertop, sink, soft-close hinges and good Read More
Pastor Granillo: Monsters Under The Bed
By Pastor RAUL GRANILLOHaving four kids of my own, I instantly know the cries of a child who has just had a nightmare. My response is instinctive—I don’t even have to think about it. I instantly jump out of bed and run to comfort my child.
Each one of my kids has had that night when they swear there was a monster under the bed. That feeling of terror is one that I myself have not forgotten from my own childhood. I wonder if anyone can ever really forget what it’s like to be absolutely scared of something that may or may not exist.
Even as an adult, my monsters haven’t disappeared, they’ve just Read More
Registration Opens For Iconography Workshop
Icon. Courtesy/St. Dimitri of Rostov Orthodox Church
SPIRITUAL News:
A traditional Byzantine-Russian icon-writing workshop will be held this June in Santa Fe. The workshop, which has been held for more than 25 years is an outreach of the Prosopon School of Iconology, founded by Vladislav Andreyev.
The method taught at the workshop is a revival of the iconography style of Andre Rublev (15th-16th century). The Prosopon School emphasizes the spiritual aspects of the multi-step process of writing the icon.
The workshop is June 15 through 20 and taught by Prosopon School Instructor and Read More
Diners Bid Farewell To Manhattan Project Restaurant
As of 9 p.m. today, the Manhattan Project Restaurant on Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos is closed for good. Owner Victor Medina lost his appeal for a three month extension this afternoon in bankruptcy court. The judge ordered him to cease operations at close of business today. Many diners gathered at the restaurant this evening to say goodbye. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Diners eat their final meal at the Manhattan Project Restaurant this evening shortly before the doors closed for good at 9 p.m. as ordered by a bankruptcy judge. Owner Victor Medina said he was Read More
Team 4-H Hosts Event About Raising Chickens In County
Los Alamos County Animal Control Ofc. Tom Beyer,discusses the rules and regulations for raising chickens within the County. Courtesy photo4-H News:
Team 4-H hosted a Backyard Poultry Tour Saturday at which more than 20 people attended and participated in the self-guided tour.
Speakers included Del Jimenez, NMSU Cooperative Extension Service Agricultural Specialist; Tom Beyer, Los Alamos County Animal Control Officer; and Laural Hardin of Pet Pangea.
Topics included Raising Poultry for Beginning Farmers, Los Alamos County Regulations for Backyard Chickens and Supplies for Raising Read More
Food On The Hill: Fresh Fruit Salad With Spearmint
Food on the Hill
Felicia Orth/ladailypost.comA few things I know about fresh fruit salad:
- Everybody likes it. Really, I’ve never met anyone who didn’t.
- It’s not tricky to prepare. Time-consuming if, like me, you are scrupulous about washing it all carefully and chopping everything into bite-size chunks, but not otherwise challenging.
- It’s always colorful, even if you only pay a little attention to that sort of thing.
No recipe is needed. Just go to
Chef Laura Hamilton Joins Staff At Rosebud Café
Chef Laura Hamilton, left, with Rosebud Café owner Lana Crochet. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comJust in time for spring, the Rosebud Café in White Rock is making changes.
The café’s menu continues to feature organic, raw, whole grain, sugar free and gluten free foods, but since the arrival of Chef Laura Hamilton two weeks ago, the menu has been revised.
“The food is mostly organic and all natural, but it’s also really delicious homemade food,” Hamilton said.
Quiche of the day. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comIn addition to Read More
Living Well Los Alamos: Whole Grains
Living Well Los AlamosHealth experts agree that half of our daily grain serving should come from whole grains. Whole grains may reduce the risk of stroke, diabetes and heart disease.
People who regularly consume three daily servings of whole grains may also have lower rates of obesity and lower cholesterol. Whole grains contain valuable phytochemicals and antioxidants, as well as folic acid, vitamins B and E, iron, fiber, magnesium and selenium.
Grains are composed of the bran, germ and endosperm. A whole grain is one that contains all of its original Read More
New Farmer’s Cooperative Market Starts May 16
From left, Los Alamos Co+op Market’s Interim General Manager Triny Vigil, Agricultural Producer’s Cooperative of New Mexico’s General Manager Greg Nussbaum and Co+op Market’s Produce Manager Leonda Clendenen. Courtesy photoThe Los Alamos Cooperative Market is excited to host a Farmer’s Cooperative Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, starting May 16.
The Farmer’s Cooperative Market presents an opportunity to purchase local food directly from local farmers. This market is comprised of members of the Agricultural Producer’s Cooperative of New Mexico, which is independent Read More
Pastor Granillo: Mom Was Right!
By Pastor RAUL GRANILLOWho are you? Who do you most resemble? Your mom? Your dad? Your best friend? Who influences your life?
I remember rolling my eyes when my mom would try to tell me that “so and so” was a bad influence. I couldn’t understand why she had so little faith in my own judgement and character that she thought I could be influenced. Chalk that up to another one of those things mom was right about—that column on my chalkboard is getting full!
Most parents today realize that their kids are influenced by others, and that who they hang out with really matters. Even as adults, we are influenced Read More
