Fun Outings

Moving Arts Presents Multigenerational Performance Honoring Acequias Of New Mexico

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Moving Arts News:

ESPANOLA — El Agua es Vida (Water is Life) is an evening of theater, dance, live music, and visual art created and performed by Moving Arts students and a cast of intergenerational performers in partnership with the New Mexico Acequia Association. Centered on water as a living thread through New Mexican land, culture, and community, the performance honors the generations who have fought to protect it. Through their work, these young artists bring New Mexico’s acequia traditions to the Lensic stage.

More than a performance, this event is an opportunity for young people to connect Read More

Cowboy Breakfast At Sheriff’s Posse Lodge Sunday July 5

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Sheriff’s Posse News:

The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, July 5.

The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables.

The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes:

  • Pancakes – Banana, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip and Plain;
  • Scrambled eggs;
  • Sausage;
  • Bacon; and
  • Coffee, Tea and Orange Juice.

The price for adults is $10, children 4-10 years of age $5 and those 0-3 are free.

Proceeds this month go to benefit the Young Life of Los Alamos, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Read More

Stephanie Hatfield To Headline Summer Concert July 3

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Singer Stephanie Hatfield will headline the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy photo

COUNTY News:

Stephanie Hatfield, an independent singer-songwriter and vocal teacher based in Santa Fe will headline the Summer Concert Friday, July 3 at Ashley Pond Park.

Entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m., with Hatfield taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.

Originally from Detroit, her music is an eclectic blend of Indie Rock, Americana, Folk, and Jazz, often informed by her classical training in opera. Hatfield is known for her expansive vocal range and emotionally raw songwriting. She has released Read More

County: 4th Of July Spectacular-2026 Schedule

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COUNTY News:

The 4th of July is almost here, and Los Alamos County is ready to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. This year’s 4th of July Spectacular will take place 4-10 p.m. Saturday at Overlook Park in White Rock.

Important items to note for this year’s 4th of July Spectacular Event:

The Main event location will be Dara Jones Soccer Field, not Spiro Field;

Spirio Field is closed to pedestrians and spectators;

Only limited Handicapped Parking will be allowed within Overlook Park;

Atomic City Transit Riders will have to walk from the normal bus pick-up/drop-off location at Spirio Field Read More

LAHS Class Of 1986 Is Hosting 40th Reunion July 9-12

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LAHS Class of 1986 News:

The Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Class of 1986 is hosting its 40th reunion July 9-12, and it won’t be the same without every Hilltopper classmate.

The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation has been gracious to host the reunion’s registration on its GiveSmart platform: Topper1986.givesmart.com

Do you know a Hilltopper from the Class of 1986 that’s not aware of the upcoming reunion, please share this information with them!

Have questions regarding the reunion events, booking hotel rooms, or registration? Email lahs1986reunion@gmail.com  or call 505.525.1986. Read More

Posts From The Road: Big Rocks Park In Glen Rose, Texas

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Rocks and River: A view of the Paluxy River seen from the rock field at the Big Rocks Park in Glen Rose, Tex. The water level is controlled by small levees or spillways seen in the center of the photo. The water level at the park is generally shallow, which allows for easy wading or relaxation on hot Texas days. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

View Through the Rocks: Two boulders at Big Rocks Park lean on each other above the rocky shore of the Paluxy River forming a window. A view through the window shows visitors enjoying time in the cool waters of the river on a sunny weekday afternoon. Photo by Read More

Children’s Parade & Carnival To Be Held On 4th Of July In White Rock

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COMMUNITY News:

Announcing the exciting return of the community Independence Day Children’s parade and Carnival in White Rock, NM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Activities begin at 10 a.m. with a flag ceremony performed by the JROTC, and children’s parade around the block, led by the Los Alamos Police and Fire department. Children are invited to festively decorate their bikes, trikes, strollers, wagons, scooters, etc. and join the parade!

A free carnival on the back lawn of the church follows the parade with popcorn, snow cones, and cotton candy for all. There will be carnival Read More

YMCA To Host July 4th Firecracker 5K Family Fun Run, Community Parade, Announces Road Closures

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YMCA News:

The Family YMCA will host its annual Firecracker 5K Family Fun Run and Community Parade on Saturday, July 4. Temporary road closures and traffic control measures will be in place to ensure the safety of participants and spectators.

Canyon Road will be closed from approximately 8-10 a.m., from 15th Street to Central Avenue and continuing to the Los Alamos High School parking lot to Diamond Drive, for the Firecracker 5K Family Fun Run.

Traffic control will also be in place on:

  • 15th Street from Iris Street to Canyon Road; and
  • Canyon Road from Central Avenue to Los Alamos High School.

Following Read More

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition At Fuller Lodge June 25

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Scene from a previous Jigsaw Puzzle Competition at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is back with another Jigsaw Puzzle Competition.

Sign up below for the individual competition to face off against other individual puzzlers for the chance to be crowned the Individual Champion.

Details:

  • Date: Thursday, June 25;
  • Time: 6-7:30 p.m.;
  • Location: Fuller Lodge;
  • Audience: Adults; and
  • Categories: Adults.

Registration is required. There are no seats available, but a waiting list is available. Read More

LRG First-Tuesday Breakfast July 7 At Muy Salsas

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LRG News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory Retiree Group (LRG) invites Lab retirees (and potential retirees) to drop in at the LRG monthly breakfast social between the hours of 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday July 7 at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Drive.

“Come hang out and join the conversation with other Lab retirees. LRG will pay for your coffee and tea! Individuals will pay for their breakfast and other drinks.”

The LRG is a non-profit organization, which seeks to maintain communications with and to serve the needs and interests of all retirees from LANL. All laboratory retirees may join LRG.

For Read More