Fun Outings

Los Alamos Duplicate Bridge Club: Oct. 30 Game

Bridge News:

Here is an extremely interesting hand that showed up on the Oct. 30 ACBL-wide Instant Matchpoint game.

Before reviewing the bidding and play, try to visualize how the bidding might proceed, and then how the hand should be played.

Board 5: North was the dealer; North/South were vulnerable.

Granted this is a pretty sophisticated auction, but the great players, and many good players, are almost always able to find a cold slam like this. North’s 1NT opening shows 15-17 high card points (HCP) and a balanced hand.

*Showing at least 5 spades

**Showing spades and diamonds, and a good hand, Read More

FSN Marks 20 Years Building Gingerbread Houses

FSN News:

Family Strengths Network (FSN) is holding its annual Gingerbread House Building event  Dec.  11, 13 and 14!

This has been a favorite community holiday event for 20 years. Families can purchase a gingerbread house kit and build it with other families at FSN (no mess at home!).

FSN provides plenty of homemade royal icing and yummy decorations with a candy buffet.

Toddlers will be provided with plenty of graham crackers to build a simplified “gingerbread” house (toddler kits are $15).

Regular kits will include a house-building kit with gingerbread pieces and are available for the family/school-aged Read More

Los Alamos Ice Rink Opens For 2024-25 Season Friday!

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County has announced that the Los Alamos Ice Rink will officially open its doors at 11:30 a.m. this Friday, Nov. 15 for the 2024-25 season.

Skaters of all ages and skill levels are invited to skate at the rink.

For more information, please visit the Los Alamos County website or contact the Ice Rink at 505.662.4500. Read More

Keith Tschohl To Present ‘The Ins And Outs Of Air Traffic Control Surveillance Technologies’

Presenter Keith Tschohl installing an ADS-B transceiver into an RV-7A kitplane in 2019. Courtesy/Keith Tschohl

Experimental Aircraft Association News:

Los Alamos Chapter 691 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) will meet Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Los Alamos Airport Terminal, and will feature an educational presentation by Keith Tschohl entitled “The Ins and Outs of Air Traffic Control Surveillance Technologies”. 

The meeting, open to all interested, will begin at 9:30 a.m. with coffee, pastries and informal discussion, followed by a short business meeting at 10 a.m. followed Read More

National Theatre Live’s Vanya Screening Coming To SALA

SALA News:

SALA Los Alamos Event Center is thrilled to announce a unique cultural experience for the Los Alamos community, as it hosts the acclaimed production of Vanya, a one-man adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya starring celebrated actor Andrew Scott. This exclusive screening, captured live from London’s West End, will take place at 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21 at SALA.

This event marks the beginning of SALA’s partnership with National Theatre Live, a groundbreaking initiative bringing the best of British theatre to cinemas around the world. Since its inception, National Theatre Live Read More

LAPD To Host ‘Coffee With A Cop’ Friday Morning

LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) invites community members to join them for “Coffee with a Cop”, a unique opportunity to connect with local law enforcement.

The event is 9-10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Sugar and Cream Café, 1789 Central Ave.  #1.

Coffee With a Cop offers a casual setting for citizens, business owners and visitors to engage in meaningful conversations with police officers. This initiative aims to build bridges and foster trust between law enforcement and the community by discussing issues and learning from one another.

“We look forward to meeting with our Read More

Teatro Paraguas Presents Holiday Flamenco 2024 – Memories of Grenada

Teatro Paraguas News:

WHAT: 

  • Holiday Flamenco 2024 – Memories of Grenada 

WHEN: 

  • Tuesday December 17 at 7:00 p.m.,
  • Wednesday December 18 at 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday December 27 at 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday December 28 at 2:00 p.m.
  • Sunday December 29 at 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: 

  • Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe NM

TICKETS:

  •  $25 General Admission, $23 for Seniors & Students

https://teatro-paraguas.ticketleap.com/holiday-flamenco-2024-memories-of-granada/ Reservations (pay at door)  505.424.1601

INFO:       

A seasonal celebration with music and dance Read More

Pianist Dmytro Choni To Perform In Los Alamos Nov. 24

Dmytro Choni. Courtesy photo

LACA News:

Dmytro Choni, who took home bronze at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in June 2022, will perform a program presented by the Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA) at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at Duane Smith Auditorium.

Choni is only the second Ukrainian pianist to medal at the prestigious Cliburn contest. He won hearts and accolades with a compelling and colorful musicality combined with a genuine, engaging stage presence. As one critic noted: “Each time he strode onstage, it was with winning confidence and a big smile. He’s clearly an accomplished, Read More

This Week At SALA Event Center: Nov. 12-16, 2024

SALA News:

SALA Event Center has announced its lineup of diverse and engaging events this week, catering to movie lovers, community supporters and families alike. From a beloved classic hosted by a local nonprofit to exciting new film releases and a special community giving event, there’s something for everyone at SALA.

Tuesday, Nov. 12
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington – 5:30 p.m.
Hosted by Los Alamos Family Council, this special showing of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington offers audiences a chance to revisit the timeless classic starring James Stewart. Watch as one man’s journey to the nation’s capital
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