Fun Outings

Summer Star Party At Jemez Historic Site July 13

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JHS News:

Co-presented with New Mexico Arts and The Albuquerque Astronomical Society (TAAS), Bryan Crawford, TAAS member, will give a 45-minute presentation, “Fabulous 50 Summer Stars and Constellations,” followed by a laser constellation tour 8–11 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024, Jemez Historic Site. Participants will be able to look through TAAS telescopes.

Joining the program will be special guest Lauren Camp, New Mexico Poet Laureate, who will lead visitors along the trail for a poetry recital and invite them to recite poems related to the stars. Make it a weekend trip and come back the Read More

Meow Wolf And Dion’s Join Forces For Summer Promo

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Meow Wolf News:

SANTA FE –  Two local companies are joining forces to launch an exciting promotion to celebrate iconic New Mexican locations. Meow Wolf Santa Fe and Dion’s Pizza announce “Sips of Enchantment”. 

The promotion begins with a collectable, color-changing cup designed by Meow Wolf that features New Mexican imagery and iconography, which is available at all New Mexico Dion’s locations.

It’s followed by weekly giveaways for family tickets to various local attractions and activities such as the International UFO Museum in Roswell, an Albuquerque Isotopes game, a New Mexico United Read More

PEEC To Host Solar Car Racing And Electric Vehicle Show During 2024 Los Alamos ScienceFest July 13

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Solar car races are 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Saturday, July 13. Pick up a solar car kit from the Nature Center during open hours between July 8-12, or pick up and build a kit at the EV Show. Courtesy photo

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will celebrate Los Alamos ScienceFest with its  annual Electric Vehicle Show and Solar Car Racing.

The event is Saturday, July 13 in the lot across Central between the Demo Garden and Los Alamos Police Station, northwest from Ashley Pond Park. 

Event Highlights:

  • Electric Vehicles Display: Explore a variety of electric-powered vehicles
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New Mexico Angels To Host Social Gathering In Los Alamos

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By DAVID CREMER
Los Alamos

The New Mexico Angels is hosting an informational social hour in Los Alamos at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 17. If you are currently interested in Angel investing, or are interested in learning more, please join us for a glass of wine and hors d’oeuvres.

Drew Tulchin, President of NM Angels and General Partner of the NM Vintage Funds will provide details about New Mexico’s investment ecosystem, what’s happening with New Mexico start-up/high-growth companies, and upcoming opportunities with the NM Vintage Fund. For additional information, visit nmangels.com and Read More

2024 SAN Exceeds Expectations Thanks To Community!

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Scene from 2024 Senior Appreciation Night. Courtesy/YMCA

Scene from 2024 Senior Appreciation Night. Courtesy/YMCA

By VERONIKA MAGNELIND
The Family YMCA

Senior Appreciation Night 2024 (SAN) happened on May 25, 2024 in Los Alamos. This year was its 40th anniversary since the inception in 1984. Then Acting Police Chief Gary Bequette found a way to help the community by organizing that first ever SAN.

“He got tired of seeing the kids go up to the Dome (Forest Service property) after graduation; inevitably there would be three or four accidents each year, resulting in injuries that were maiming Read More

Meow Wolf 2024 Monster Battle Friday At Santa Fe Railyard

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Courtesy/Meow Wolf

MEOW WOLF News:

SANTA FE — Locals are invited to the Railyard in Santa Fe for Meow Wolf’s 2024 Monster Battle, the friendly-freaky dance party where fantastical creatures from otherworldly realms meet.

Produced in partnership with Lensic360, the clash takes place at 6 p.m., Friday, June 28 when monsters, mutants and freaks of nature descend upon the Santa Fe Railyard to battle for the best dance moves. Community members are encouraged to wear their cutest, scariest, DIY-est creature attire, and enter to win out-of-this-world prizes.

Joining the weirdest dance party in Read More

Happenings At SALA June 25-30

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SALA News:

SALA has announced the lineup of films and events for this week, offering something for everyone in the community. From new movie premieres to classic films and enriching community events, SALA is the place to be.

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Inside Out 2 continues its captivating run at SALA

  • 1 p.m. &  6 p.m. Thursday & Friday
  • 1 p.m., Saturday.
  • 2 p.m., Sunday

Join teenager Riley and her emotions—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust—as they navigate a sudden upheaval in her mind’s headquarters. With the arrival of new emotions like Anxiety, this sequel promises a rollercoaster of feelings and Read More

PEEC Suds & Shows: The Sandlot At Nature Center June 27

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PEEC News:

Get ready for an evening of nostalgia and fun with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at the Los Alamos Nature Center with the kickoff of its summer movie and beer series, Suds & Shows.  Join PEEC 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, June 27 in the planetarium for a screening of the classic film “The Sandlot”.

Event Highlights:

  • Movie Screening: Enjoy the beloved summer movie “The Sandlot” on the big screen.
  • Beer on Tap: Savor craft beer from Pajarito Brewpub available at the cash bar.
  • Pre-Movie Fun: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.—bring a picnic dinner, enjoy some drinks, and hang out before
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‘Stars And Sweets’ Night Sky Event At Valles Caldera July 5

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A night sky viewing, ‘Stars and Sweets’ is 7-11:45 p.m. July 5 at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/NPS

NPS News:

The National Park Service (NPS) invites everyone to visit Valles Caldera National Preserve on the evening of July 5 for a special night sky viewing event, “Stars and Sweets”.

The event runs 7-11:45 p.m. and includes special ranger programs, cultural performances from local pueblo communities, telescope viewing thanks to local astronomy clubs, and pastries and night sky items for sale.

“As an International Dark Sky Park, Valles Caldera has some of the best dark skies in Read More