Fun Outings

Celebrate Last Day Of Season At Pajarito: Skiesta March 29

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Skiesta begins at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 29 at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. Courtesy/PMSA

PAJARITO News:

Wrap up winter at Pajarito with one last hurrah — Skiesta — Saturday, March 29, with the mountain opening at 10:30 a.m.! This will be the final day of the season, and its going out with a party packed with music from Sunbender, beer from Bathtub Row, friends, and memories on the mountain.

This will be the only day open, Pajarito will be closed Thursday, Friday and Sunday.

Presold lift tickets will be valid only on March 29 or can be redeemed for resort credit usable at any MCP resort. Visit the Read More

Get Up Close To Camel Corps At Coronado Historic Site

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Texas Camel Corps will be at Coronado Historic Site for a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Saturday, April 12. Courtesy/CHS

Texas Camel Corps will be at Coronado Historic Site for a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Saturday, April 12. Courtesy/CHS

Coronado Historic Site News:

BERNALILLO – Get up close to camels and learn about the history of the Texas Camel Corps at Coronado Historic Site during a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Saturday, April 12. This special event is presented by New Mexico Historic Sites and The Friends of Coronado and Jemez Historic Sites.

Visitors Read More

Live In Los Alamos Presents Thom Chacon At Fuller Lodge

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Thom Chacon

COMMUNITY News:

Thom Chacon, affectionately referred to by fans as “the Dylan of Durango”, will make his way from Colorado to play for his Los Alamos followers at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Fuller Lodge.

Doors will open at 7 p.m.

Chacon is fresh off his Italian tour in support of his latest album, a collection of songs done live in that country, which has adopted him as a second son. Live in Los Alamos, the music promotion non-profit hosting the musician, is thrilled that Chacon has found time in his schedule to include Los Alamos in his plans. The singer-songwriter’s budding film career has Read More

Gracie Nichols Wins 2025 Dog Jog Logo Contest!

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Artist Gracie Nichols with her winning design and assisted by her Bernedoodle Rosie. Courtesy photo

DOG JOG News:

The winner of the 2025 Dog Jog logo contest is Gracie Nichols, one of the youngest winners ever. This talented Pinon fourth grader produced a clever and imaginative drawing showing a free-spirited dog enjoying nature and the great outdoors. Her drawing will be the official logo for this year’s Dog Jog event and she will receive a free t-shirt featuring her artwork. The winners are chosen on the basis of artistic merit, creativity and originality.

The other young artists recognized Read More

Santa Fe Symphony Jazz Club Event At Los Alamos High School Black Box Theater April 17-18

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LAHS News:

Santa Fe Symphony Jazz Club will perform 6 p.m. Thursday, April 17 and 6 p.m. Friday, April 18 at the Los Alamos High School Black Box Theater.

The event will feature student ensembles from Los Alamos and Santa Fe and highlight advanced and intermediate combos, offering a glimpse into the skills and techniques needed to perform America’s music – jazz.

Tickets are $10 and may be obtained here santafesymphony.org or call 505.983.1414. Read More

Volunteers Make Life Sweet: Community-wide Ice Cream Social Friday April 4

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COMMUNITY News:

Local non-profit organizations are powered by volunteers who serve on boards, fill food boxes, run education programs, help neighbors, enrich life with music and so much more. All local volunteers are invited to join the Los Alamos Community Foundation (LACF) and Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center 3-4 p.m. Friday, April 4, for a community-wide celebration of volunteering. Ice cream with choice of toppings will be served at this free event and registration is not necessary.

Attendees are encouraged to wear a shirt, Read More

Los Alamos County ‘Daddy/Daughter Dance’ March 28

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COUNTY News:

The next Los Alamos County Dessert Dance, Daddy/Daughter Dance, is 6-8 p.m. March 28 at Fuller Lodge.

The cost is $8 per person, $30 per family (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children).

Guests will enjoy light refreshments, crafts, music, dancing and digital photo keepsakes to remember the evening.

Tickets may be purchased at the Aquatic Center or here: https://loom.ly/nbr0DCk

Direct questions to the Recreation Division at 505.662.8170 or email at LACREC@lacnm.us. Read More

Pajarito Astronomers’ ‘Dark Night’ March 29 At Overlook

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View of a Dark Night session at Overlook Park in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The Pajarito Astronomers Club will host a “Dark Night” 7:30-11:59 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at Overlook Park in White Rock.

The Pajarito Astronomers Club hosts County-sponsored Dark Night observing sessions through November. These sessions are open to the public and occur once a month (on a Saturday evening near a new moon) when Los Alamos County turns off all the athletic field lights at the park.

A typical session will have 15-50 people looking through 4-6 telescopes, viewing galaxies, planets, star clusters, Read More

Laboratory Retiree Group First Tuesday Breakfast April 1

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LRG News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LRG) retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the LRG monthly breakfast social, 8:30-10:30 a.m. April 1 (no fooling) at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Dr.

Come hang out and join the conversation with other Lab retirees.

LRG will pay for coffee and tea. Individuals will pay for their breakfast and other drinks.

Contact sgirard@losalamos.com or 505.672.3497 for more information.

All laboratory retirees may join LRG. More information can be found at https://lalrg.org. Read More

The Family YMCA’s Annual Gala Celebrates 70 Years With Platinum Theme

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A couple of young members check out the climbing wall at The Family YMCA. Courtesy/YMCA

Scene from The Family YMCA Annual Gala in 2024 at La Fonda on the Plaza. Courtesy/YMCA

YMCA News:

The Family YMCA invites the community to attend its Annual Gala April 26 at La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe. This special evening marks the YMCA’s 70th anniversary, celebrating seven decades of impact with a platinum-themed night filled with gratitude, fun and community spirit.

Guests will enjoy a delicious dinner, with choice of steak dinner or vegetarian, and have the chance to bid on exciting live and silent Read More