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Our Lady of the Woods Hosts Two Events

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OLW News:

Dec. 7 (Friday) 6 p.m. – First Friday Pagan Dinner: Anyone interested in paganism, Wicca, or learning about OLW is welcome to join OLW members for an informal dinner on the first Friday of each month. Whether you are a beginner, advanced practitioner, or just curious, you are welcome. We meet at the Pyramid Cafe in Los Alamos (click on link to read directions).
The Pyramid Cafe, Los Alamos

Dec. 16 (Sunday) 6 p.m. – Yule (Winter Solstice) Sabbat: The light returns! The new sun king is reborn! The Holly King gives way to the Oak King and we rejoice. Yule is one of the oldest festivals,

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‘A Separation’ Screens Thursday at Mesa Library

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“A Separation.” Courtesy/IMDb

Review by Kelly Dolejsi

The Iranian film “A Separation” (2011) is one of the best films I’ve seen in awhile. It purports to be about putting a child through divorce, and the difficulties of caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s disease. I suppose it is. But it begins and ends in an Iranian court house, and for me the focus really became how people tell their sides, and the fact that there is no truth, or at least no single truth.

Simin (Leila Hatami) and Nader (Payman Maadi) certainly have what in America we call “irreconcilable differences.” Viewers Read More

Community Winds Holiday Prism Concert Sheds Light on Local Talent

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By Bonnie J. Gordon

The Los Alamos Community Winds started a new holiday tradition last year with the Community Holiday Prism Concert.

This year, the second annual Holiday Prism Concert will take place directly after the Holiday Lights Parade at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec 8 at the Crossroads Bible Church. The concert is free, but donations will be accepted.

The Winds have invited a number of local musicians to perform with them at this concert.

“This concert is a celebration of the variety of performers in White Rock and Los Alamos,” Winds Musical Director Ted Vives said. “The idea is that Read More

Community Atheists Discuss Winter Holidays

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ATHEIST News:

The Los Alamos Community of Atheists will host a special winter holiday discussion from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12 at Mesa Public Library in meeting room 3.

This month we will talk about the winter holidays and how we as atheists spend our time – do you celebrate a secular version of the holiday(s) you were raised with?

Is there a Festivus pole in your house? How do you feel about being wished a Merry Christmas? Please join us – all are welcome.

We can be reached at losalamoscommunityofatheists@gmail.com with any questions. Read More

YMCA Folkstyle Wrestling Registration Now Open

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YMCA News:

Registration is now open for the YMCA Folkstyle Wrestling Program for Boys and Girls ages 6-18.

This scholastic wrestling program focuses on development of agility, strength, flexibility, and self-confidence in a fun, yet challenging environment.

Folkstyle wrestling is based on controlling an opponent with a series of holds, takedowns, throws, and body position.

Season: December and January

Times: 4-6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday / 5:30-6:30 p.m. Friday

Location: The Family YMCA at 1450 Iris St.

Cost per Month: $65 / $50 for Y members (Scholarships available thanks the United Read More

Con Alma Awards $20K to Espanola Teen Center

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YMCA News:

Española – Con Alma’s Northern New Mexico Health Grant Group has awarded $20,000 to the Española YMCA Teen Center in support of student achievement and to address risky behaviors.

Los Alamos Family YMCA Executive Director Linda Daly said NNMHGG’s award signifies a commitment to improving health outcomes for youth in northern New Mexico.

“Multi-agency partnering within communities is proving to be one of the most effective means of improving educational outcomes for youth and thus positively affect their health outcomes,” Daly said. “The skill building classes Read More

Consider Giving Books This Holiday Season

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YMCA News:

Scholastic books are for sale 8 a.m.-8 p.m. through Thursday, Dec. 6 at The Family YMCA.

The public is welcome to stop by the Y at 15th Street and Iris and shop for family, friends and co-workers.

A variety of picture books to young adult novels are available. Partial proceeds will benefit the Y’s annual campaign, which supports scholarships for individuals in need of financial assistance.

Clifford the Big Red Dog spends time with kids at the Family YMCA. Courtesy/YMCA Read More

LADOC Teaches Kids Dog Ownership Skills

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Kayleen Lederman demonstrates ‘jump’ in agility with her dog Owen. Courtesy/LADOC

LADOC News:

This fall Los Alamos Dog Obedience Club (LADOC) has been offering a special class called the paRENT Free Club or “RENT” free club for children.

Local youth were instructed in responsible dog ownership and how to train their dogs in the class especially designed for them.

Parents of youth attending the paRENT Free Club arrived at the end to watch a demonstration of what their child and dog learned each week.

Saturday, Dec. 1, the fall session ended with a demonstration of skills Read More

Los Alamos Daily Post Thanks Community for Immense Support

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Los Alamos Daily Post news team  from left, Photographer Sal Zapien, Columnist/Reporter Kirsten Laskey, Columnist/Reporter/Webmaster Greg Kendall, Publisher Carol A. Clark, Columnist Bonnie J. Gordon and Bookkeeper Karen Kendall. Courtesy photo

Staff Report

The Los Alamos Daily Post news team toasts the community for its tremendous support in helping the online newspaper grow to surpass 200,000 pageviews in November alone.

Publisher Carol A. Clark expressed gratitude to the community during a celebration Thursday night at the Dixie Girl Restaurant in downtown Los Alamos. Read More

Dec. 5 Brown Bag Performance: Pianist Frances Meier

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Frances Meier. Courtesy photo

LAAC News:

Los Alamos Arts Council presents for its Dec. 5 Brown Bag Performance – Pianist Frances Meier.
 
Meier is well known around Los Alamos as a performer, composer and music teacher. She has played numerous times at Fuller Lodge and plays organ for the United Church.
 
Her compositions have been performed by the Los Alamos Choral Society, the Black Mesa Brass Quintet and the Los Alamos High School choir, as well as other performing ensembles.
 
Meier also plays piano for private parties and public openings and teaches piano, organ and
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