People & Community

Family YMCA, Kiwanis Invite Community To Free 4th Of July Celebration To Honor America’s 250th Birthday Party

COMMUNITY News:

You don’t have to run the Firecracker 5K to join the fun!

Following the morning race festivities, The Family YMCA and Kiwanis of Los Alamos invite the entire community to gather for a free Independence Day celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday.

Beginning at 10 a.m., families are encouraged to bring bicycles, wagons, strollers, furry friends, and plenty of patriotic spirit to The Family YMCA for a community decorating party. Participants can decorate themselves, their pets, and their rides before taking part in a festive parade celebration. 

The morning Read More

Live Storytelling Event ‘The Spill’ At Samizdat June 22

COMMUNITY News:

Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse and Jillian Rubio invite the community to The Spill, an evening of live storytelling, at 6 p.m., Monday, June 22. The Spill will feature a lineup of local residents sharing true stories drawn from their own lives, bringing together a diverse group of voices for a night of reflection, humor, and connection.

Presented alongside the bookstore’s popular Monday Supper Club (known to regulars as “Bean Night”) which takes place at 5 p.m., The Spill will feature a curated lineup of storytellers whose experiences span a wide range of backgrounds, Read More

Op-Ed: Celebrating Our 236th

By JOHN PAWLAK
Los Alamos

Back in high school, several math-nerd friends of mine and I were in the Debate Club. To tell the truth, we didn’t really like formal debating. Being fans of axiomatic thinking, we just liked to argue!

One year, we tackled the question of “When did the United States of America become a country?” Having battled many math problems in my life, I learned that the declaration of a propositional “truth” was not considered complete until the final victory flag was waved with a QED.

And so we declared the Declaration of Independence to be just that, a declaration, a proposition, a Read More

Los Alamos Commerce And Development Corporation Board Of Directors Elects Officers And Two New Members

The Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation Board of Directors at its meeting Monday at the Small Business Center re-elected Executive Committee Officers, from left, Vice Chair Craig Wehner who co-owns Los Alamos Landscaping and More, Secretary David Cremer of New Mexico Angels, Chair Carol A. Clark the owner and publisher of the Los Alamos Daily Post, Treasurer Ryan Tatro the Vice President and Relationship Manager at Enterprise Bank & Trust and elected Executive Committee Member at Large Denise Derkacs a former County Councilor. The Board also elected two new members on Tuesday, Read More

Sandia Area Federal Credit Union Partners With Food Depot To Expand Food Access In Northern NM

Inside the Mobile Food Depot. Courtesy photo

The Food Depot Food Mobile at Sandia Area Santa Fe Branch. Courtesy photo

Food Depot News:

SANTA FE — Sandia Area Federal Credit Union is proud to announce a new partnership with The Food Depot to support access to nutritious, no-cost food for families in need across Northern New Mexico, with initiatives that include the sponsorship of the Food Mobile program.

Food insecurity remains a significant challenge across New Mexico, with more than 350,000 individuals experiencing food insecurity statewide. Across Northern New Mexico, The Food Depot Read More

Beso Jewels To Be At Village Arts June 19 & 20

Top left: Vintage men’s watches, top right: Moonstone, Pearl & Alexandrite, Bottom: Coin collection. Courtesy photo

BUSINESS News:

Okay June babies, choose Alexandrite, Moonstone or Pearl for a birthstone. Or choose all three! Visit Beso Jewels at Village Arts from 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Friday, June 19, and 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, June 20.

Father’s Day is June 21, and this weekend would be a good time to pick up a gift. Village Arts has a wide selection of art and craft supplies for all ages, and gifts for Dad.

Beso Jewels Services:

  • Repairs of all types
  • Custom design
  • Gold and Silver jewelry
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More Scenes From Fun At Ashley Pond Park Friday

Rainbow fills the sky over the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Syzygy performing at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Fans of Syzygy show support at Friday Night Concert. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Syzygy performing at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Syzygy performing at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com

Cotton candy stand Read More

Rob & Charlie’s Bicycle Shop Celebrates Anniversary With Fundraiser For Española Humane

Española Humane News:

SANTA FE — Rob & Charlie’s Bicycle Shop will celebrate its anniversary with a community fundraiser benefiting Española Humane from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at the shop, 1632 St. Michael’s Drive in Santa Fe.

The event will feature raffle prizes, lunch, and adoptable pets, with all raffle proceeds supporting Española Humane’s lifesaving programs for animals and families across northern New Mexico.

Guests can enjoy lunch from Anthony’s Grill while entering to win dozens of raffle prizes, including gift baskets, Oakley sunglasses, Read More

Santa Fe Desert Chorale Releases ‘Roots & Rivers’ Album


SANTA FE DESERT CHORALE News:

The nationally recognized chamber choir Santa Fe Desert Chorale, one of the longest-running professional music organizations in New Mexico, led by Artistic Director Joshua Habermann, released its new album, Roots & Rivers, Friday via Navona Records. It is available on major streaming platforms.

In Roots & Rivers, Habermann and the Desert Chorale present commissioned works by Reena Esmail, Jocelyn Hagen, Kile Smith, and Shawn Okpebholo, and a special arrangement of Shawn Kirchner’s Sweet Rivers.

These works bring together stories and music Read More

Co-Op Summer Showcase Featuring Terry Jansen June 19

Co-op Summer Showcase Series News:

Terry Jansen has played guitar since she was 13. She has performed at breweries, bars, open mics, and at many parties and campfires. Her influences include Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Raitt, Neil Young, Grateful Dead and many more.

Terry will grace the Co-op stage with her guitar at 5:45 p.m., June 19, at Co-op Park at 1010 Central Ave. Read More

Zephyr Stage Presents ‘The Deepest Yes: Stieglitz & O’Keefe’ At Teatro Paraguas Aug. 28–30

Courtesy photo

THEATER News:

Zephyr Stage, hometown Fruita, Colorado, is heading to Santa Fe with their new show, “The Deepest Yes: Stieglitz & O’Keeffe.” Recently performed to two full houses at the Orbit Artspace & Gallery, the new work will see three performances at the Teatro Paraguas, Aug. 28, 29 and 30. Teatro Paraguas is located at 3205 Calle Marie, Suite B, in Santa Fe. Tickets will be available at teatroparaguasnm.org.

“The Deepest Yes: Stieglitz & O’Keeffe” was written and is performed by ZS Executive Director Valerie Nuzzo and Resident Actor Kim Nuzzo. Inspired by the Read More

Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: June 10, 2026

BRIDGE News:

In the June 8 District 117 Sectional Tournament at Clubs (STaC), Jerry Morzinsku and Joy Green were 1st in Flight A, Mary Courtright and Ann-Marie Graves were 2nd in A, Neill Goltz and Bev Cooper were 3rd in A and 1st in Flights B&C, Jennifer Young and Steve Kemic were 4th in A, Jerry Fleming and Martin Coooper were 4th in B, and Tom Alexander and Al Pratt were 2nc in C.

In the June 10 District 117 Sectional Tournament at Clubs (STaC), Jerry Morzinsku and Joy Green were 1st in Flight A, Mary Courtright and Ann-Marie Graves were 2nd in A, Norm Worth and Bobby Haynes were 3rd in Aand 1st in Flight Read More

County: Safer Driving Starts With You…

From Los Alamos County:

Safer Driving Starts With You…

Let’s make SAFE decisions behind the wheel:

            • Buckle up
            • Follow the speed limit
            • Don’t drive distracted
            • Drive sober
            • Maybe even Drive Less Los Alamos!

Whether you commute to Los Alamos from Santa Fe, Española, or live here locally, Los Alamos County asks you to change your driving habits.

Why not consider walking, biking, taking the bus, or carpooling instead of driving alone? You’ll save money, reduce air pollution, and minimize traffic congestion. Added benefits include making new friends and improving your health if you’re walking Read More

Scenes From Friday Night Summer Concert With Glitter P!NK

Scene from the Summer Concert featuring Michelle Cottrell performing as P!NK in Glitter in the Air Friday at Ashley Pond Park, presented by Sancre Productions and Los Alamos County and sponsored by EXIT Realty Advantage NM, Title Guaranty and Bell Bank Mortgage. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene from the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Michelle Cottrell performing as P!NK in Glitter in the Air Friday at the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

Scene from the Summer Concert Friday at Ashley Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: June 19-25, 2026

PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for June 19-25, 2026:

Friday, June 19, 2026

  • 06:00 AM Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10:00 AM The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11:00 AM County Council Replay 6-09–26
  • 04:00 PM Democracy Now!
  • 05:00 PM PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 06:00 PM Understanding Homelessness
  • 08:00 PM LARSO Town Hall Meeting
  • 12:00 AM Free Speech TV

Saturday, Read More

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