Fun Outings

2025 County Fair & Rodeo Indoor Exhibits Award Winners

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Culinary arts entries at the 2025 Los Alamos County Fair. Courtesy/LAC

4-H entries at the 2025 Los Alamos County Fair. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The 2025 Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Indoor Exhibits competition showcased an impressive array of talent across multiple categories, celebrating the creative achievements of participants from a wide range of ages. Congratulations to all of the award winners for their outstanding contributions!

Horticulture

  • Adult
    • Grand Champion: Janine Fales (Hummingbird Mint)
    • Reserve Grand Champion: Betsy Comly (Agastache rupestris)

Creative Arts Read More

Guns Vs. Hoses To ‘Battle’ For Special Olympics Aug. 22

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LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) and Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) will be playing a softball game at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, on Lovato Field at Overlook Park in White Rock.

This “Guns” (LAPD) and “Hoses” (LAFD) fun battle is being held to raise money for the Special Olympics. It has been a long tradition for LAPD and LAFD to come together to support local Special Olympic athletes.  

Police and Fire members paid $25 per person to put on this game for the public; the game is free to watch, but donations will go to support this cause.

For more information, contact Det. Cindy Garcia Read More

Scenes From 2025 Los Alamos County Rodeo Events

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The 2025 Los Alamos County Rodeo was held in Brewer Arena on North Mesa Saturday. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Rodeo Royalty was presented with flowers at the arena center during opening ceremonies. From left, Princess Bonnie Gallegos, Queen Johni Gallegos and Sweetheart Jennifier Miera. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Bronco busting. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Calf roping. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Mutton busting. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Bull riding. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Barrel racing. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Los Alamos Tuff Riders To bring ‘RITUAL Mountain Bike Film Tour’ To Los Alamos Thursday Aug. 14 At SALA

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Tuff Riders News:

The Los Alamos Tuff Riders is bringing the RITUAL Mountain Bike Film Tour to Los Alamos on Thursday, Aug. 14. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:30 p.m. at SALA Event Center.

The RITUAL Mountain Bike Film tour is a nationwide celebration of unforgettable film-going experiences that only the big screen can provide.

The film tour highlights incredible athletes, creative filmmakers, engaging storylines and stunning cinematography; bringing riders together in 23 of mountain biking’s greatest cities and venues across the country while RITUAL sponsors will be providing Read More

Scenes From Beef & Leaf’s First Anniversary Celebration

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Celebrating the first anniversary of Beef & Leaf Cafe with a ribbon cutting Thursday, from left, Owner Laura Crucet’s son William Hamilton, her father Fernando Crucet, Owner/Executive Chef Laura Crucet, Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Director Sandy Jones and Crucet’s son Julian Hamilton, at 3801 Arkansas Ave. Suite G. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Diners gather on the patio of Beef & Leaf Cafe to celebrate the first anniversary of the eatery on Thursday at 3801 Arkansas Ave. Suite G. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Owner/Executive Chef Laura Crucet chats with diners Read More

Scenes From Summer Concert With Brandon Saiz Band

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Despite a rain delay, The Brandon Saiz Band packed the Summer Concert at Ashley Pond Park Friday, a country and Spanish music-filled evening to kick off the 2025 Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Weekend. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Drummer Sonny Garcia of The Brandon Saiz Band. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Bass Guitarist and vocalist Daniel Herrera of The Brandon Saiz Band. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

The Brandon Saiz Band is kicking out the tunes at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Brandon Saiz fires up Read More

Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo Weekend Is Underway!

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo got underway Friday and continues through Sunday. Events kicked off with the Summer Concert Friday night and this morning’s parade down Central Avenue.

The remainder of today and Sunday are filled with exhibits, the rodeo, and the Sheriff’s Cowboy Dinner & Dance this evening at the Posse Lodge.

Events Schedule:

Saturday Aug. 2

  • Festival & Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ashley Pond Park
  • County Fair Exhibits, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mesa Public Library
  • Pie Baking Contest, judging until 1 p.m. at Ashley Pond Park
  • County Rodeo, including watermelon
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Los Alamos Arts Council Announces August Events

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Scene from LAAC’s spring arts and crafts fair. Courtesy/LAAC

LAAC News:

As summer winds down, the Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) is wrapping up its seasonal programming and preparing for a busy fall, filled with community arts events.

One of the highlights of the August calendar is the Annual Summer Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, on the lawn at Fuller Lodge. This free, family-friendly event attracts vendors from across New Mexico, offering handmade arts and crafts, food, cosmetics, jewelry, clothing, decor, and more.

Set against the historic backdrop of Fuller Lodge Read More

California Coastal Wine Dinner At Pig & Fig Café Aug. 9

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Courtesy image/P&F

COMMUNITY News:

Owner, Executive Chef & Sommelier, Laura Crucet, will host a California Coastal Wine Dinner starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 at Pig & Fig Café at 11 Sherwood Blvd. in White Rock.

Menu:

Aperitif Cocktail

  • San Francisco Smash
  • botanical gin | shiso leaf | ginger-yuzu syrup

First Plate

“Apricot Burrata”

  • poached apricot | burrata | basil-tomato confit | crostini
  • 2023 Bedrock Wine Company “Ode to Lulu” Rose, Sonoma County

Second Plate

“Baja Ceviche”

  • lime-marinated shrimp | smashed avocado | pickled jalapeño | blue corn tostada
  • 2023 Ridge Vineyards
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