Fun Outings

Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: March 10, 2025

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Martin Cooper of White Rock receiving his American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) Life Master status, Courtesy photo

Bridge News:

This game was a special game to congratulate Martin Cooper from White Rock, who recently achieved American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) Life Master status.

This is a notable achievement that requires both skill and perseverance. To help make this event special, local bridge players feted Martin at a lunch in his honor at the White Rock Senior Activity Center.

Here is a very competitive hand from the March 10 game. This is board #16. West is the dealer, and E/W are vulnerable. Read More

Los Alamos Historical Society’s March Lecture To Feature Dr. Timothy Koeth

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COMMUNITY News:

The Los Alamos Historical Society announces its upcoming lecture, a free event 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, will be held at Fuller Lodge in the Pajarito Room. Dr. Timothy Koeth’s lecture, Taking the Enigma out of the Enigma– How did it work? is sure to engage the historians, scientists and code breakers.

Everyone knows the Enigma! It has been said that the invention of radar won the war, the atomic bomb ended the war, and breaking the Enigma code shortened the war – by two years or more.  In this lecture, Koeth will take a deep dive into the inner workings of the Enigma machine, and help Read More

New Pipeline To Make Pajarito Ski Area New Mexico’s Snowmaking Capital

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PAJARITO News:

Los Alamos County announced the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project, a groundbreaking public-private collaboration that will revolutionize snowmaking at Pajarito Mountain while enhancing fire suppression efforts in the Jemez.

The project includes the construction of a pipeline from Los Alamos to Pajarito, as well as upgraded electric and fiber optic utilities along Camp May Road.

Scheduled to begin April 1, 2025, the pipeline will deliver water to a 250,000-gallon tank at the base of the ski area, ensuring consistent, season-long snowmaking. This infrastructure Read More

Step Up Gallery To Host 29th Annual Los Alamos Photographers’ Show March 22 Through April 30

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STEP UP GALLERY News:

The Los Alamos Photo Club is hosting its 29th Annual Show opening to the public Saturday in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. The public is invited to attend the opening reception 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, March 24. Additionally, the public is invited to attend a guided tour 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 15. Photographers will guide visitors through the exhibit and discuss techniques, equipment and subjects, as well as answer questions.

In recognition of Pajarito Environmental Education Center’s (PEEC) 25th anniversary, there will be a special section of the show for nature Read More

Los Alamos History Museum Presents New Exhibit: ‘Michnovicz: Life Through His Lens’

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LAHM News:

The Los Alamos History Museum (LAHM) presents the photographic exhibition, “Michnovicz: Life Through His Lens,” featuring the work of Manhattan Project photographer John ‘Mike’ Michnovicz. This unique collection showcases everyday life in Los Alamos during one of the most pivotal periods in history.

Michnovicz, a skilled photographer assigned to document the people, places, and work of Los Alamos during the Manhattan Project, captured rare images of the town “on both sides of the fence”. His photographs provide an intimate look at the scientists and workers who played critical Read More

Atomic Follies Cabaret Performs March 29 At Posse Lodge

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Atomic Follies Cabaret takes the stage March 29 at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Get ready for an unforgettable night of talent, glamour and community spirit at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge. The highly anticipated Atomic Follies Cabaret is back, bringing together a spectacular lineup of performers to dazzle audiences while supporting a vital cause.

This event takes place 7 p.m. Saturday, March 29. There will be a suggested $20 donation; funds are being raised for the Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico (TGRCNM) and Heather McCulloch.

The Follies Cabaret Read More

Get Jump On Spring Planting At Jemez Historic Site March 30

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NMDCA News:

Jemez Historic Site to hold the first event of its spring series exploring agriculture and food as medicine, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 30.

“Gardens at Gisewa: Cooking, Eating and Growing Together” will dig into traditional ways of growing food. It starts with a shared meal of corn, bean and squash stew.

Ranger Casey will provide an overview of the season’s programming – highlighting the connection between ancestral agricultural practices and modern well-being.

Guests will take part in a hands-on seed planting station and receive seeds, soil and containers to take home their Read More

PEEC To Host 25th Annual Earth Day Festival April 26

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PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environment Center (PEEC) invites the community to celebrate Earth Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road. Admission is free.

Festivities include entertainment, food, activities, informational booths and more:  

  • Entertainment – Recycle Man will be back for more creative music using recycled objects as instruments! The Hill Stompers will play at noon;
  • Food – Delicious snack and lunch options from Manko: Native American Fusion;
  • Informational booths – fun games and hands-on activities; and
  • Special films – in the
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