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Three Generations Construct School Float Structure

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Newly elected County Councilor Steven Girrens, left, works in the garage of his White Rock home Friday, Nov. 23 with his son Craig Girrens – home on Thanksgiving break from college in Colorado and father Paul Girrens – visiting from Kansas for the Thanksgiving holiday. The three generations engineered and constructed the base structure for the Los Alamos Public Schools float for next month’s Parade of Lights in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

From left, float builders Steve Girrens, Paul Girrens and Craig Girrens move their project from the Read More

Earth Treasure Show Set for Winterfest Weekend

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Smithsonite, New Mexico State Mineral, Kelly Mine, Magdalena, N.M. Courtesy/LAGS

LAGS News:

Don’t miss the 44th annual Earth Treasure Show sponsored by the Los Alamos Geological Society. The show will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 at the Masonic Temple at the corner of 15th Street and Canyon Road. 

The show has been moved one week later than usual to coincide with Winterfest activities around town.

This year’s theme is “Collecting New Mexico.” Activities include unique exhibits, a silent auction, geode sawing, a wheel of fortune and delicious Read More

Letter to the Editor: Thank You Community for Letter Carrier-Boy Scout Fall Food Drive Success

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By Bill Blumenthal, Boy Scout Coordinator
Jim Evans, Letter Carriers (NALC-4112) Coordinator
Robert MacFarland/Jean Butler, LA Cares Coordinators
Cheryl Sedlacek, San Martin de Porres Coordinator

First, a big “Thank You” to all the citizens of Los Alamos County who gave generously to the recent Letter Carrier-Boy Scout Fall Food Drive Saturday Nov. 17.

An estimated 18,000 lbs of food and supplies were collected with about 1,000 pounds sent to the San Martin de Porres Soup Kitchen in Espanola.

The remainder was donated to LA Cares for distribution to those in need within our Read More

Jack Richardson to Address SanJuan/Chama Utilization Project

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Test drilling in 2002. Photo by Tim Glasco/DPU

SIERRA CLUB News:

The public is invited to hear a talk on the SanJuan/Chama Utilization Project at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5 in the upstairs meeting rooms at Mesa Public Library.

Project Manager Jack Richardson of the SanJuan/Chama Utilization Project will address Los Alamos County’s plans to divert the water from the San Juan/Chama for use in Los Alamos.

The event is a joint presentation by the Sierra Club and League of Women Voters. Read More

Tiger Trot Raises Nearly $10,000 for Aspen Elementary

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Duncan Fuehne and Thomas Chadwick. Courtesy Photo
 
ASPEN PTO News:
Final results are in for Aspen Elementary School’s Tiger Trot fundraiser held in October – the event raised early $10,000 for the school.
 
The Aspen Elementary School PTO would like to thank the local businesses who provided prizes and incentives for the top fundraising kids and staff. 

“Thanks to Los Alamos National Bank, Charla Glasco, CB Fox, Home Run Pizza, Bob’s Bodacious BBQ, The Coffee House, Papa Murphy’s Pizza, Reel Deal Cinema, REMAX, Metzger’s, Pyramid

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First of its Kind Northern New Mexico Birth Summit Nov. 30 – Dec. 2

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NNMBS News:

The Northern New Mexico Birth Summit and related events are this weekend, Nov. 30 through Dec. 2.

This first-ever event of its kind will offer a unique opportunity to explore birth and early parenting issues affecting Northern New Mexican birthing families and those who work with them from cultural, social and policy perspectives.

The public is invited to be a part of this unique experience and enjoy an inspiring and informative weekend. Be part of the change you want and hope to see.

Space is limited. Pre-registration for the Summit itself is strongly encouraged to save your spot Read More

Everything Christmas Sale Dec. 5

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UNITED CHURCH News:

An Everything Christmas Sale is set for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5.

The WCSS of the United Church is sponsoring the holiday event in Graves Hall on Rose Street.

Items available for purchase include:

  • Christmas lights;
  • Christmas trees;
  • Decorations;
  • Wreaths;
  • Cookie Cutters; and
  • Ornaments;
  • Trash to Treasures gently used items donated specifically for holiday giving; and
  • Bake Sale full of yummy Christmas goodies.
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Christkindlmarket at Winterfest Dec. 8

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DWM News:

Denver Wealth Management is hosting a Christkindlmarket in conjunction with Winterfest in the parking lot at Central Avenue and 15th Street.

The Christkindlmarket will run 5-9 p.m. Saturday Dec. 8 with vendors from all over Northern New Mexico showcasing a wide array of products available for purchase..

There will be several different styles of artists and jewelers, jams and jellies, craft foods, wood and metal works, clothing and accessories, arts and crafts and German style food and drink.

Everyone is welcome to come enjoy a brisk evening of festive atmosphere. There will be door Read More

Rotary Club Student of the Month: Marcus Gutierrez

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Marcus Gutierrez. Courtesy photo

Marcus Gutierrez, a senior at Los Alamos High School (LAHS), was honored as Rotary Student of the Month for October.  

Gutierrez is the son of Melinda and Joaquin Gutierrez and brother of Deanna and James Gutierrez.

The Rotary Club of Los Alamos selects one student each month of the school year to honor as a Student of the Month. 

In addition to high school seniors, high school juniors are now eligible for the recognition. Students are nominated by their teachers and chosen on the basis of their academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and, Read More