Education

International Folk Art Market Series: Folk Art Connections Cartonería Workshop, Pop-up Sale Ololo Diseño Mexicano

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A Mexican cartonería — the centuries-old art of sculpting with paper and paste. Courtesy/IFAM

IFAM News:

International Folk Art Market (IFAM) Series: Folk Art Connections – experience the tradition of Mexican cartonería — the centuries-old art of sculpting with paper and paste — in an immersive workshop led by a master artist, Christian Godoy Rodríguez from Silao, Guanajuato.

This is a chance to create a cartonería figure while learning the history, symbolism, and techniques behind one of Mexico’s most colorful folk art forms.

What to Expect:

  • Over the 4-hour-long workshop, participants
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Historical Society Lecture Series Kicks Off Sept. 9

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LAHS News:

The Los Alamos Historical Society’s 2025–2026 Lecture Series kicks off with Collisions: The Life and Mind of Luis W. Alvarez. From 7–9 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 9, Author Alec Nevala-Lee will explore Alvarez’s remarkable life and far-reaching impact.

Nobel Prize–winning physicist Luis W. Alvarez made groundbreaking contributions across fields ranging from radar and particle physics to the theory of dinosaur extinction.

A book signing will follow the lecture in the Pajarito Room at Fuller Lodge. Don’t miss the chance to meet the author and have your copy signed!

This event is free Read More

Governor Proclaims Academic Year 2025–2026: ‘New Mexico Year Of The Arts In Education’

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STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — To launch the statewide celebration of the New Mexico Year of the Arts in Education, the official kickoff event will be held at the New Mexico State Fair EXPO in Albuquerque during the School Arts Exhibition Preview Night and Awards Ceremony, organized by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED), from 6–8 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025 in the School Arts Building, on Heritage Ave. west of Main St. This free public event will feature an actor’s dramatic reading of the proclamation, students’ artwork, music, and dance performances from schools around the state, Read More

Business Scholar Luncheon ‘Beyond Expectations: Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences’ Sept. 18

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UNM-LA News:

The UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Title V PASE grant, Small Business Development Center at UNM-LA and Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Business Scholar Luncheon. 

The topic is Beyond Expectations: Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences presented by Beverly Hughes, professional certified coach and business consultant, and owner of Empowered Pathways Coaching from 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Sept. 18, at the SALA Event Center. Lunch will be provided.

Learn crucial elements to creating outstanding customer experiences that go above and beyond simple customer satisfaction. Read More

Stephens: Statement Of Candidacy For School Board

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By JASMINE STEPHENS
White Rock

Hello, Los Alamos!

My name is Jasmine Stephens and I am running for LAPS School Board – DIstrict 2.

I grew up in White Rock. I attended Pinon Elementary, Los Alamos Middle School, and graduated from Los Alamos High School in 2012. I moved away from Los Alamos right after high school to pursue a career in entertainment but moved back when I met my husband in Santa Fe in We have 2 kids who are Chamisa Cheetahs. Though Chamisa was never “my school”, I have grown to love Chamisa and all the staff, students, and parents that make the school great.

I first wanted to run Read More

Los Alamos County Social Services Department Announces 2025 In-Person Evening Office Hours At Mesa Public Library

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the Mesa Public Library to better assist people who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.

Community members in need of assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the County are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.

No appointment is necessary.

The Social Services staff will be available monthly on Wednesday evening in a study room at the Mesa Public Library. Read More

UNM-Los Alamos Releases Comprehensive Fall Schedule For Adult Learning Center

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UNMLA News:

The UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) Adult Learning Center is now enrolling students for its fall session. Classes begin Monday, Sept. 8, and run through Friday, Dec. 12, offering opportunities for adult learners to advance their education and language skills.

This fall’s courses include:

  • High School Equivalency (HSE)
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) – Beginning, intermediate and advanced levels

Whether you’re working toward a high school equivalency certificate or looking to improve your English proficiency, UNM-LA provides a supportive learning environment tailored Read More

Legislative Education Study Committee To Meet Sept. 3-5

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LESC News:

GALLUP — The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet in Gallup at the Gallup-McKinley School District (GMCS) Central Office Sept. 3-5.

On Wednesday, Sept. 3, Public Education Department (PED) Secretary, Mariana Padilla, will present the department’s public school support request (PSSR) for the upcoming legislative session. PED staff will also present the rollout of a statewide student information system.

GMCS will facilitate a community welcome, and LESC will host superintendents from the region in a Q&A panel. The committee will also hear an update on Read More

Los Alamos Master Gardeners Club Invites Community To Celebrate 3 Decades Of Stewardship Of Garden Sept. 4

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The Demonstration Garden at the southeast corner of Oppenheimer and Central, near the Justice Center. Courtesy/LAMGC

By JANINE FALES
President
LAMGA 

The Los Alamos Master Gardeners Club (LAMGC) invites the community to help celebrate its 3 decades of stewardship of the garden, with a bit of food and to appreciate this County gem, 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 4 at the Demonstration Garden.

When the Los Alamos Master Gardeners Club formed in the summer of 1994, no one could have predicted the breadth or length of service to the community. Coming together as newly minted graduates of the NMSU Read More