Column: Avoid These Three Mistakes When Setting New Year’s Resolutions
The Pain Free AthletePolls show that one quarter of people who set New Year’s Resolutions drop their efforts by the end of the first week. This figure rises to a third by the end of the first month and is over half at the conclusion of six months. Not very promising statistics, especially since many resolutions are set to improve health. Losing weight tops the list as the most common resolution almost every year.
As a wellness coach, I work with clients to make positive lifestyle and behavior changes Read More
This Week at the Reel Deal
Column by JIM O’DONNELLWe finally got a print of American Hustle which we will open Friday. It has a stellar cast and is getting great reviews, and has seven Golden Globe nominations. Do check out the trailer on one of the websites.
Guess what film is number two in the nation this week – Frozen. That’s kind of strange after it’s been out for six or seven weeks. Well I’m not going to argue with the numbers and we are still getting requests. So guess what? We’re bringing it back for a one week run this Friday.
For those of you who do not like 3D, you’re in luck. All shows will be 2D Read More
Millicent Rogers Museum Receives New Donations to Permanent Collection
Courtest/MRMSlavery and Science Fiction
By TOM KINGScience fiction usually tells tales of galactic daring-do as Humans engage in competition or conflict with mysterious Aliens met somewhere in the dark reaches of interstellar space. I love those kinds of stories by writers from the Classic era to the present. The idea of a hopeful interstellar future really appealed to me, a child of the Cold War and the threat of nuclear Armageddon. But then, why have four of my sci-fi novels dealt with the issue of far-future slavery of both Humans and Aliens?
My second novel Ancestor’s World, part of the StarBridge series by A.C. Crispin, Read More
LAAC’s Free Brown Bag Performance Series Presents Black Mesa Brass Quintet
The Black Mesa Brass Quintet performs at noon Jan. 8 at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council’s kicks off its 2014 Brown Bag Performance Series with the Black Mesa Brass Quintet noon Wednesday, Jan. 8 in the Pajarito Room at Fuller Lodge.
The Black Mesa Brass Quintet was formed in 1990 and still has three of the original five members. Their repertoire is an eclectic mix of classical, modern, pop, and jazz tunes. They play a variety of venues including concerts, educational performances at schools, weddings and other special occasions. Jan McDonald, John Hargreaves, Read More
Council, Boards & Commissions Calendar
COUNCIL, BOARDS & COMMISSIONS CALENDAR
Editor’s note: If an AGENDA hyperlink doesn’t work, the agenda is not yet available from the Council, Board or Commission. It will be added as soon as made available.
Los Alamos County Council [Webpage]
Next Meeting: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7 Council Chambers [AGENDA]
Last available minutes: Oct. 22, 2013
Last available video: Jan. 7, 2014
Los Alamos Public Schools Board [Webpage]
Next Meeting: Tuesday, Jan. 14 [NOTICE] [AGENDA]
Last available minutes: Oct. 10, 2013
Last available video: Read More
Los Alamos News Highlights For 2013
Los Alamos County Council Chair Geoff Rodgers and Councilors dedicate the new building as community members look on. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Municipal Building Dedication: Community members turned out as former and current County officials cut the ribbon on the new Los Alamos County Municipal Building June 28 at 1000 Central Ave. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com https://ladailypost.comcontent/ribbons-cut-los-alamos-municipal-building https://ladailypost.comcontent/community-invited-municipal-building-grand-opening-and-tours-june-28 Read More
County Seeks Public Feedback on ‘Nuisances’ and Property Maintenance Standards
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has established a new Open Forum topic asking for public feedback about Ordinance 02-238 regarding Chapter 18 of the County Code for “Nuisances” and property maintenance standards.
Public comment is open until 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6. The public hearing on the proposed Ordinance will take place 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7 at the County Council meeting in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.
The link to Open Forum can be found on the County’s home page at www.losalamosnm.us and contains the current language of Chapter 18, new language being proposed in the Ordinance, Read More
New Year’s Day Marks Deadliest of the Year
MADD News:
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) wants adults to ring in the New Year with a designated driver. New Year’s Day is the deadliest day of the year for drunk driving crashes.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2012, 70 people were killed in drunk driving crashes nationwide on New Year’s Day, after all the midnight toasts, representing more than half of all traffic fatalities.
“This year, as you decide who you are going out with, where you are going and what you are going to wear, make the most important decision – to get home safely Read More
‘Amelie’ Wins You Over With Whimsical Sweetness
Movie poster for ‘Amelie.’
Review by KELLY DOLEISI
The next film in the library’s Free Film Series, while not technically holiday themed, is so buttery rich and honeyed that it belongs in The Nutcracker’s Land of Sweets.
“Amelie” (2001, rated R for sexuality) tells the life story of Amelie Poulain, beginning with her conception and building to her first cutely quixotic attempt at romantic love.
Amelie has a horrible, but hilariously summarized, childhood. In part because of a mistaken and of course symbolic diagnosis of a heart defect, and in part because of her parents’ undemonstrative Read More
Food on the Hill: Holiday Drinks
This week’s recipe: Holiday Drinks
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
Hot Christmas Punch
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Directions:
Mix all together in a sauce pan and heat and stir until the brown sugar is dissolved. Serve warm.
Champagne Punch
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Mix and serve
Suicide Tea
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Strength Training For 50 and Older Set
Staff Report:
The Strong Women and Men Program will be offered in Los Alamos this winter. The program is a research based strength training program for women and men 50 years of age and older.
Previously called the StrongWomen and Men Growing Stronger programs, this offering allows for both women and men to strength train in the same class.
Scientific research has demonstrated that exercise with weights (strength training) will increase strength, muscle mass, and bone density in middle-aged women and men. Additionally, strength training improves self-confidence, sleep, vitality and reduces Read More
Taos School of Music Application Deadline Jan. 17
TSM News:
Taos School of Music Executive Director Kathleen Anderson Knox has announced auditions for Young Artist positions in the prestigious summer chamber music program.
Approximately 150 of the most accomplished young classically trained musicians will audition for the coveted 19 slots. Robert McDonald will conduct piano interviews in New York City Jan. 25-26; Borromeo String Quartet hears string auditions in New York City Jan. 29-30 and Boston Jan. 27. Applicants will be notified no later than March 15.
This year’s season will run June 22-Aug. 10. Guest artists include Read More
Water Off at Y for Short Periods Today
YMCA News:
The Los Alamos Family YMCA is replacing an old leaky water line in order to avoid future plumbing issues. The water is scheduled to be shut off at the main Y facility at 1450 Iris St., for short periods of time today. The Y will endeavor to provide a one hour notice before a shut-off is required.
In order to complete this project, it may be necessary to schedule another day when the water would be shut off, possibly later this week or early next week. Watch the Y’s website at www.laymca.org for updated information. Call 505.662.3100 Read More
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes Earns Prestigious International Chief Fire Officer Designation
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes has successfully completed the process that awards him the professional designation of “Chief Fire Officer” (CFO.)
The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met Dec. 3 to officially confer the designation upon Hughes. He is one of only 944 CFOs worldwide.
The CPC awards the CFO designation only after an individual successfully meets all of the organization’s stringent criteria. The process includes an assessment of the applicant’s education, experience, professional development, technical Read More
Los Alamos Business Highlights of 2013
As they announced the restaurant’s Aug. 28 closing, De Colores owner Joan Duran, foreground, with longtime manager Sue Dummer said they will treasure the memories of 35.5 years working together at the restaurant. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
A look back at business in Los Alamos in 2013 saw grand openings, final closings and a number of achievements and milestones.
De Colores: The longest running restaurant in Los Alamos, De Colores, closed its doors Aug. 28. Owner Joan Duran explained that her lease at 2470 East Road was up in May and she was thinking about retiring Read More
Manage Chronic Disease with MyCD Workshop
Staff Report
Adults with an ongoing health conditions are invited to join a free 2.5 hour MyCD Workshop being sponsored by the Los Alamos Cooperative Extension Service, Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization and the Family YMCA.
Get needed support, find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment choices, and learn better ways to talk with the doctor and family about your health at this workshop.
For those with conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain or Read More
Taos Habitat for Humanity Holds Trivia Fundraiser
Fitness Column: The Right Way to Lose Weight
Fitness Column: The Right Way to Lose WeightThe resolution season is upon us and many of you are deciding to make this the year you lose those extra pounds. Whether it’s a couple pounds or many, the key to successful weight loss is to do it the right way.
I see people every day who are achieving their goals and shedding those excess pounds by eating right and exercising. This is the right way to lose weight. Crash diets, trendy weight loss methods and expensive gimmicks and supplements might provide some temporary success on the scale. But, invariably, they will fail and leave you right back Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Dec. 19 to Dec. 25, 2013
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.
Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
Dec. 19 at 9:41 p.m. / A 67-year-old woman reported that someone burglarized her vehicle parked on Bathtub Row. The estimated loss is unknown.
DAWN OSBORN
Dec. 19 at 10:19 p.m. / Police arrested Dawn Osborn, 36, of Santa Fe, at 39th Street and Diamond Drive on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
ISAIAH CISNEROS
Dec. 20 at 4:18 p.m. / Police arrested Isaiah Cisneros, Read More
