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Los Alamos Co-op to Host Health & Wellness Fair Saturday

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CO-OP News:

The Los Alamos Cooperative Market is hosting its second Health and Wellness Fair 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 at the Co-op, 95 Entrada Dr., next to the Holiday Inn Express.

The Health and Wellness Fair includes massage therapists, naturopaths, chiropractors, acupuncturists, physical therapists, mental balance coaches, Krav Maga & Z-Health instructors, local artists and other wellness vendors.

The public will have access to samples, consultations, and demonstrations, all provided free. 

As part of the Co-op’s on-going community outreach program, the Health Read More

Downtown Buzzed with Activities Friday Before Today’s Next Big Idea Festival

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Engineers from Proctor & Gamble give a preview of the CHeAPARRAL 2J-2 Corvette Friday evening as part of today‘s Next Big Idea festival. The Corvette will be on display 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today in the Mesa Public Library parking lot during. Photo by Sal Zapien/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council candidate Steve Girrens, right, got a tour under the hood of the CHeAPARRAL 2J-2 Corvette. Photo by Sal Zapien/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Councilor Sharon Stover got to sit behind the wheel of the CHeAPARRAL 2J-2 Corvette and rev its engine. Photo by Sal Zapien/ladailypost.com Read More

Los Alamos Family Council Marks 50 Years of Service

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Joy Beery, left, and Cheryl Pongratz. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By Carol A. Clark

Today marks a 50-year milestone for Los Alamos Family Council, Inc.

The behavioral health agency at 1505 15th St., Suite C, incorporated Sept. 14, 1962 as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation.

Today the agency is launching a year-long campaign, to thank the community for its support and to focus attention on the importance of personal and community wellness.

“We want community members, organizations and Los Alamos County to know how much we appreciate their support,” Executive Director Read More

Rotary Club Holds Bulb Sale Near CB FOX

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Brian Newnam, right, and Mike Lippiatt of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos volunteer at the Club’s annual bulb sale in front of CB FOX in downtown Los Alamos today. Proceeds from the bulb sale benefit educational efforts for youth. Contact the Rotary Club to purchase bulbs at 505-662-7950. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com

Beverly Forker purchases a bag of each type of flower bulb from Rotarians Mike Lippiatt, left, and Brian Newnam during today’s annual bulb sale in front of CB FOX in downtown Los Alamos. Carol A. Clark /ladailypost.com

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Among the Nicest Gifts…

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Delta Kappa Gamma member Eileen Trujillo and Los Alamos Medical Center Unit Supervisor Denise Martinez unpack the newest collection of children’s books given to the families welcoming a new member. Courtesy photo

Among the Nicest Gifts
By Judy Crocker

Down the street, the painting job went smoothly, and there were loads of boxes arriving. Family friends came last weekend for a baby shower, and the crib had arrived on time.

The local members of Delta Kappa Gamma – Rho Chapter were especially pleased to add a valuable gift to the baby’s new room – a specially-selected book for the start of the baby’s Read More

Next Big Idea: A Festival of Discovery Invention and Innovation Set for Saturday

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Courtesy/LACDC

LACDC News:

The September edition of New Mexico Centennial eNewsletter features Los Alamos’ own Next Big Idea Festival.

The Next Big Idea Festival Day runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 at Fuller Lodge and around downtown Los Alamos.

The annual festival is a family-friendly event, highlighting Los Alamos’ unique, creative and scientific heritage.

Designed to inspire, illuminate and educate through science, technology, arts, food and music, the event is FREE!

In addition to exhibitors, this year we have also designated a Kid’s Activity Area with hands-on science Read More

LANB Hosts United Way 2013 Campaign Kick Off

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Los Alamos National Bank President Steve Wells presents a $50,000 donation from the bank to United Way, accepted by United Way Executive Director Kristy Ortega during Wednesday’s 2013 campaign kick off event hosted by LANB. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Katy Korkos, left, of the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce presents a $8,200 donation to United Way Executive Director Kristy Ortega from money raised at the Chamber’s annual charity golf tournament. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Director Liddie Martinez of Community and Government Relations for SOC, Read More

Los Alamos Community Winds takes Second in The American Prize Competition

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The Los Alamos Community Winds. Courtesy/LACW

By Bonnie J. Gordon

The American Prize in Band/Wind Ensemble Performance, 2012 winners were announced Sept. 11, 2012. The Los Alamos Community Winds achieved second place in the Community Division.

The American Prize is a series of non-profit national competitions providing cash awards, professional adjudication and regional, national and international recognition for the best recorded performances of music by ensembles and individuals each year. Administered by Hat City Music Theater, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Danbury, Read More

Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview Sept. 14, 2012

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Courtesy/NBI
This week’s preview is sponsored by www.fyila.com

Beowulf: Special film presentation of the heroic, epic poem 
5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 Upstairs Rotunda at Mesa Public Library
https://ladailypost.comcontent/special-poetry-gathering-film-performance-beowulf

STEM Student Day 4-7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14 (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics)
Kids 13–17 years old
Locations:
4 p.m. at Little Theater Madame Curie Performance
5 p.m. at Bradbury Science Museum (pizza for all! Presentation from Mars Rover Scientists, Fire Science Read More