Fun Outings

Lottery For Manhattan Project National Historical Park ‘Behind-The-Fence’ Guided Tour Opens June 15

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The next round of Manhattan Project National Historical Park ‘behind-the-fence’ guided tours takes place Oct. 14-16, with registration for admittance by random lottery opening June 15. Courtesy/LANL

LANL News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), in collaboration with the National Nuclear Security Administration’s Los Alamos Field Office and the National Park Service, is opening the lottery for its second 2025 series of public “behind-the-fence” tours of Manhattan Project National Historical Park. Tours will take place twice each day Oct. 14, 15 and 16.

How the lottery works:

  • Registration
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Democratic Party Of Los Alamos Announces Summer Events

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DPLA News:

The Democratic Party of Los Alamos (DPLA) has a variety of events planned throughout the summer of 2025.

The community is invited and encouraged to attend each and every one of these events.

Events starting today include:

Los Alamos Pride Festival 2025

          • 3-7 p.m., Friday, June 13
          • Consider volunteering to help staff the booth. Contact David Hampton to volunteer at dehampton@comcast.net

No Kings Day Events

  • 10 a.m., June 14 – Santa Fe at the Roundhouse; and
  • 3 p.m., June 14 – Ashley Pond Park

Anyone can just attend or sign up for information and to get on the mailing list at indivisiblelosalamos@gmail.com Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of June 16, 2025

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COUNTY News:

Public Works Projects:

Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors.

For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.

Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note that the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays. 

Piñon School Access Road Construction Begins

Construction crews with Jaynes Corporation began the Piñon Read More

Guardians Of The Night Star Party June 14

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NMDCA News:

Watch the night sky come alive from 8–10 p.m., Saturday, June 14, 2025, as the Astronomy League and the New Mexico Museum of Space History invite the public to a breathtaking celestial celebration.

Enjoy live views of deep-sky objects, expert astrophotography demonstrations featuring real-time image stacking, and a special talk from a museum educator on light pollution, dark sky preservation, and the science of night sky-friendly lighting.

This free, family-friendly event is suitable for attendees of all ages and interests and will be held at the Museum Observatory Complex Read More

Pig & Fig Hosts 5th Annual Pride On The Patio Celebration June 12

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Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Join us for our annual celebration of love and support for our LGBTQ+ community from 6–8 p.m., Thursday, June 12th on the Patio of Pig & Fig Cafe. Costumes encouraged, inclusiveness mandatory.

We will have music, drink specials, colorful food and a surprise visitor!

The Harvey Milkshake, $12
Cookies and cream ice cream, white rum, whipped cream, caramel syrup, chocolate pearls

The Closet Crusher, $10
Vodka, orange blossom syrup, prickly pear, soda

Pink Paloma, $12
Tequila, grapefruit juice, strawberry syrup, Jarritos soda

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Ancient Skies Meet Modern Eyes In World Built By Stars

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NMMSH News:

ALAMOGORDO — “Ancient Skies, Modern Eyes” invites visitors of all ages to journey from the realm of ancient stargazers to the forefront of modern science at a free, all-day public event co-hosted by the New Mexico Museum of Space History (NMMSH) and the Jornada Research Institute.

The event, taking place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the New Horizons Dome Theater, features an engaging lineup of esteemed researchers and interactive exhibits that highlight humanity’s enduring relationship with celestial bodies, addressing topics such as the construction of structures, Read More

Los Alamos Geological Society To Meet June 17

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Los Alamos Geological Society member Jason Utas will speak at the June 17 meeting. Courtesy/Jason Utas
LAGS News:
The Los Alamos Geological Society’s (LAGS) June meeting is scheduled, 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at the Los Alamos Christian Church at 92 East Road. 
The guest speaker will be LAGS member Jason Utas, who will discuss “All About Meteorites”. His talk will cover where they come from and what they tell about human’s place in the universe. He will also take a look at different types of meteorites, how they formed, and how to find them.

Meteorites are windows into both time and space. The oldest Read More

Night Moves To Rock Summer Concert Friday At The Pond

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Summer Concert headliner Night Moves to play a 3-hour set, 6-9 p.m. this Friday, June 13, at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions

By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions

This week, our featured artist is an Albuquerque-based rock band called Night Moves, and they will play a 3-hour set 6-9 p.m. this Friday, June 13, at Ashley Pond Park. Special thanks to this week’s sponsor, Wheeed LLC.

The Los Alamos Summer Concert Series is free to the public and will continue every Friday night of the summer until Sept. 5.

This is not the first concert for the members of Night Moves. Each has Read More

Father’s Day On The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

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Photo courtesy/C&TSRR

C&TSRR News:

On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, Dads ride for 50% off when accompanied by a full-fare adult or child in coach class. It’s more than a scenic train ride—it’s a chance for dads to slow down, soak up the beauty of the mountains, and make memories with their families that last. This is quality time in motion.

Plus, on the same day, riders can book the Geology Train—a special educational excursion where passengers hop off to explore ancient volcanic fields, glacial deposits, and Jurassic-era rock formations with expert guides (the 50% discount does Read More

Los Alamos Airport Hosts Open House June 28

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COUNTY News:

Come explore aviation up close at the Los Alamos Airport Open House, as part of 2025 Los Alamos ScienceFest. Los Alamos County and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 691 will host a morning of aviation activities, exhibits, and family fun from 9 a.m.–12 p.m., Saturday, June 28, at the Airport (1040 Airport Rd). This event is free and open to the public.

The morning’s events will include paramotor and RC model flying demonstrations, flight simulators, and an exhibit and lecture by photographer and pilot Chris Dahl-Bredine. Attendees can get up close and personal with Read More