Community Invited To Celebrate Birth Of Jesus At Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints In Los Alamos Dec. 15
‘Shepherds were the first to hear of the birth of Jesus Christ. An angel appeared, announcing, ‘For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord (Luke 2:11). Wise men saw a star in the east and came to worship Jesus after His birth.’ Courtesy image
By MATTHEW KENYON
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Dear friends and neighbors of Los Alamos, please come gather and unite with us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, 9-10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1967 18th St.
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New Mexico State Police Participate In C.A.R.E. Operation Across Roadways Statewide Over Thanksgiving Weekend
NMSP’s C.A.R.E. operation led to more than 4,000 traffic citations – 140 for failure to wear seat belts, 22 arrests for impaired driving, 48 crash investigations, four of which involved alcohol. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
During Thanksgiving weekend, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) participated in the Combined Accident Reduction Effort (C.A.R.E.) operation, which was implemented across all roadways in the state.
The initiative aims to enhance motorist safety and decrease the number of crashes by maintaining a strong law enforcement presence.
Due to the increased volume of traffic Read More
Launch Pad Lecture: ‘0 To 632 X 10 In 5 Seconds’ Dec. 6
New Mexico Space History Museum News:
Commemorate the 70th anniversary of Dr. John Stapp’s record-setting rocket sled ride on Dec. 10, 1954 at Holloman Air Force Base.
Dr. Stapp, known as “The Fastest Man on Earth”, achieved a land speed record of 632 mph in just five seconds, subjecting himself to forces up to 46.2 Gs.
This Launch Pad Lecture, “0 to 632 x 10 in 5 Seconds”, is 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6 on the second floor of the Main Museum at the New Mexico Space History Museum, 3198 State Road 2001 in Alamogordo.
For information, visit www.nmspacemuseum.org or call 575.437.2840. Read More
Freedom Church Christmas Eve Service At Ashley Pond
Scene of a previous Christmas Eve Candlelight Service hosted by Freedom Church at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Freedom Church
Freedom Church News:
New Mexico Department Of Transportation Launches Legislative Appropriation Project Dashboard
NMDOT Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is proud to announce the launch of a new interactive dashboard to track legislative appropriation projects across New Mexico.
The dashboard displays projects funded from three 2024 appropriations:
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- House Bill 2 Section 11, item 3;
- House Bill 2 Section 11, item 5; and
- Severance Tax Bonds (SB 275).
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“This dashboard allows users to track the allocation of the 2024 Legislative resources by project, funding source, and district,” NMDOT Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna said. “Transportation Read More
FUNDrive Underway To Raise $2,500 For Los Alamos Choirs To Travel To NYC To Perform At Carnegie Hall
Los Alamos County Transportation Board Meeting Dec. 5
State Police To Conduct Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In December 2024
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols and registration, insurance and driver’s license checkpoints during December 2024 in all New Mexico counties.
NMSP is bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage to make the right decision Read More
Travel: Giverny Is All About Monet
Claude Monet. Photo by Debbie Stone
Famed Japanese Bridge. Photo by Debbie Stone
By DEBBIE STONE
Santa Fe
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
It wasn’t enough for me to stare in awe and drink in the beauty of Claude Monet’s ravishing paintings of water lilies in Paris’ wonderful Musee de l’Orangerie – which by the way, is a must visit attraction for art lovers in the City of Lights. I needed to make the trip to Giverny, where the renowned Impressionist had lived and worked, and created over 250 paintings of said water lilies in his garden.
Widely regarded as the poster boy for Impressionism, Monet strived to Read More
Las Posadas On The Santa Fe Plaza Sunday Dec. 8
The 48th ‘Las Posadas’, free public event, is Dec. 8 on the Santa Fe Plaza. Courtesy/NMHM
NMHM News:
The community is invited to attend the 48th annual candle-lit procession of “Las Posadas”, 5:30-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 on the Santa Fe Plaza.
“Las Posadas” is presented by the Holy Cross Catholic Church of Española, Coro Agua de Fria and Santa Fe Fiesta, Inc. with participation from New Mexico History Museum (NMHM).
Note: The Museum will close at 3 p.m. to prepare for this free public event.
- What: NMHM will serve cookies and hot apple cider outside under the Palace of the Governors’ Portal as part of
Fr. Glenn: Beginning At The End
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! After the hectic beginning of another school year, coupled with the cooler weather, it’s always a favorite holiday as we begin to slide into the winter season and the dreariness which often accompanies it. However, of course, now we look forward to December and the joys of the Christmas season and its gatherings and holidays before the real depths of winter begin.
But before we get into Christmas, we traverse the Christian Advent season—this year beginning on December 1. Advent is a time of anticipation for celebration of the remembrance Read More
Posts From The Road: Texas Highway 207
Highway and Canyon View: Texas Highway 207 weaves its way through the rugged landscape of Palo Duro Canyon in the Texas Panhandle. This route allows travelers a view of the mid-section of the canyon which is privately owned ranch land. The canyon stretches for more than 100 miles and varies in width from six to 20 miles wide. The depth of Palo Duro Canyon varies but is about 800-1,000 feet deep in most areas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Palo Duro Canyon: A rest area and view point on the southern side of Palo Duro Canyon gives viewers a nice wide view of the canyon and the north rim in the distance. Read More
All Shall Be Well: Advent A Time To Seek Light In The Darkness
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, The Rev. Lynn Finnegan, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry and Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By DEACON AMY SCHMUCK
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
I grew up in a secular home, that is to say, we did not practice faith in any way, and my limited knowledge of God and Christian faith and Jesus and prayer came solely from my paternal grandmother, an Irish Catholic “Granny” who taught me the Lord’s prayer, and the bedtime prayer for children, “Now I lay me down to sleep…” and she told me Jesus lived Read More
Serenity Of Guaje Pines Cemetery On Thanksgiving Morning
The serenity of Guaje Pines Cemetery on Thanksgiving morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Another view of Guaje Pines Cemetery on Thanksgiving morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Farewell To Pastor Nicole’ Ferry As She Begins New Ministry
A shepherd and her flock, Pastor Nicole’ Ferry and husband Ray meet with friends recently for a final goodbye before beginning her new ministry in Monument, Colo. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
Pastor Nicole’ Ferry holds her children’s moment for a final time on Nov. 3 at Bethlehem Lutheran Evangelical Church. She begins her new ministry as pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church on Dec. 1 in Monument, Colo. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
By BERNADETTE LAURETZEN
Los Alamos
When our town loses a great person because they relocate, it is an incredibly sad day. However, when you realize the profound Read More
Help Bring A Smile To A Child, Teen Or Senior In Need
Catholic Charities News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The Center for Community Involvement at Catholic Charities has launched the Annual Giving Tree program through Dec. 9, bringing the joy of the holiday season to children, teens and seniors facing homelessness, displacement and isolation.
This year, Catholic Charities is committed to providing more than 400 toys and gifts, ensuring everyone—regardless of circumstances, beliefs or backgrounds—feels the love, joy and hope that the holidays bring.
Here’s how to help:
- Host a Toy Drive (Now through Dec. 9) – Organize a toy drive in one’s neighborhood,
India House On Wheels Opens For Business On Trinity Drive!
India House on Wheels owner Gurpal (Paul) Singh in front of his new eatery situated in the parking area between Sirphey and LA Liquor & Indian Groceries on Trinity Drive. He spoke Monday afternoon about his new venture and what motivated him to expand to Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Gurpal (Paul) Singh opened his India House on Wheels Tuesday, Nov. 19 in the parking area between Sirphey and LA Liquor & Indian Groceries on Trinity Drive.
“People from here come to eat at my India House restaurant in Santa Read More
Los Alamos High School Cheerleaders To Perform In Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade In December In Hawaii
LAHS Varsity Cheerleaders selected to perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in December in Honolulu, Hawaii, from left, Sophia Sisneros, Jazmyne Gray, Ashley Casados and Alessandra Valencia. Courtesy photo
LAHS Varsity Cheerleader News:
Los Alamos High School Cheerleaders Ashley Casados, Jazmyne Gray, Sophia Sisneros and Alessandra Valencia have been selected to perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in December in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Cheerleaders and dancers invited to perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade are part of a select group of All-Americans identified at Read More
Los Alamos Elks Lodge To Host Thanksgiving Dinner!
Elks Lodge News:
Looking for a place to go for Thanksgiving dinner? The Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083 is hosting a “Community Thanksgiving with the Elks”, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28.
The menu will feature turkey and all the fixings.
Guests are asked to enter through the side door of the Elks Lodge (15th Street side of building) at 1601 Trinity Drive.
Donations are welcome and appreciated. Read More
Unitarian Church To Host Bizarre Bazaar & Frito Pie Lunch
Susan Dryja shows off her recipe for Frito pie in preparation for the Unitarian Church’s Bizarre Bazaar taking place 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1738 North Sage St. Courtesy/Unitarian Church
Unitarian Church Of Los Alamos News:
The community is invited to attend the Bizarre Bazaar and Frito Pie Lunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos at 1738 North Sage St.
The Frito pies feature both meat and vegetarian versions and a choice of toppings including cheese, cilantro and sour cream. The event also includes a bake sale, popcorn and cotton candy. Crafts and Read More
