Celebrate 10 Years Of Pig & Fig 4 PM Wednesday!
The community is invited to Pig & Fig Cafe at 4 p.m. Wednesday to join in celebrating the popular eatery’s 10 years of serving White Rock, along with the opening of its newly renovated outdoor patio, the return of dinner hours, and a new happy hour menu. Courtesy/Pig & Fig Cafe
Another view of the newly renovated outdoor patio at Pig & Fig Cafe. Courtesy/Pig & Fig Cafe
Pig & Fig Café News:
Pig & Fig Cafe is inviting the community to join in celebrating 10 years of serving White Rock, along with the opening of its newly renovated outdoor patio, the return of dinner hours, and a Read More
Atomic City Transit Expands Trip-Planning Across Los Alamos And The Region With ACT MyCommute
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) has announced the expansion of trip-planning across Los Alamos and the region with the all-in-one “ACT MyCommute” app, which launches Monday, June 8.
The launch of ACT MyCommute brings together real-time information from nearby public transit agencies (Park & Ride, Blue Bus, Santa Fe Trails, and Rio Metro Rail Runner) so that riders can plan regional transit connections to destinations including Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Española, Albuquerque, and more all from a single app.
While the current ACT MyRide app allows riders to book on-demand and paratransit Read More
Los Alamos County’s Art In Public Places Board Seeks Input On Artwork Theme For Fire Station #4
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Art in Public Places Board (APPB) invites you to take a quick survey on the proposed theme for the public artwork planned for the new Fire Station #4: https://lacnm.com/FS4_survey.
The survey will be open until midnight on June 21.
The APPB—partnering with the Los Alamos Fire Department and the Public Works Department—is developing a theme that will guide the selection of an artist for the project. The proposed theme centers on the community’s relationship with wildfire and highlights how Los Alamos prepares for, lives with, and recovers from fire.
Proposed Read More
Life After 50: CommUNITY Giveback
Patriotic cards donated by Cathy Walters for C’YA’s ‘Mail for Troops’ and ‘Vets with Pets’ programs. Community members can drop off cards or coloring pages at C’YA’s ChamberFest booth on Saturday. Courtesy/ C’YA
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions
Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) will celebrate 12 years this week, with what expects to be a momentous year ahead … well 18 months is more like it. We’ll start with an appearance at Los Alamos ChamberFest with a celebratory CommUNITY Giveback this Saturday!
Our June 6 debut is called the CommUNITY GIVEback, Read More
Library Bookstore To Hold Bag Sale Saturday During ChamberFest
FLACL News:
The Friends Bookstore will be holding a $5 bag sale from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, June 6 in the lobby at Mesa Public Library!
This is in cooperation with our county Chamberfest, we’ll have several bookcarts filled with fiction, nonfiction, and young adult genres for you to choose from and even provide you with a bag.
The Friends of Los Alamos County Libraries (FLACL) is a 501(c)3, providing essential funding for our community libraries since 1978 and scholarships going to high school seniors since 1995. We’re open 7 days a week and staffed entirely by volunteers, stop by, pick up some Read More
SummerFest At Pajarito Mountain June 6
PAJARITO News:
SummerFest is this weekend at Pajarito. The band Sunbender will be playing and beer from Boxing Bear and Blu Dragon Breweries will be flowing. Food will be available for purchase at the cafe and event goers can take the shuttle from Sullivan Field.
Come take advantage of one of the few opportunities to enjoy the ski hill during the summer amid the construction! Read More
Many Offerings At Los Alamos Farmers Market June 4
Library Announces 2026 Summer Reading Program: ‘Plant A Seed, Read!’
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Public Library invites readers of all ages to participate in the annual Summer Reading Program, which launches Monday, June 1, and runs through July 26. The free, incentive-based program offers flexible participation options for all reading levels, interests and schedules. Participants can track reading and activities through Beanstack, an online platform that helps readers stay motivated. This year, adult readers can also record progress in a paper log.
Participants may register in one of four age categories: adults, teens (7th to 12th grades) or youth (early Read More
Daily Postcard: First Hollyhocks Of The Season
Daily Postcard: The first Hollyhocks of the season blossomed May 25 in Velarde. Photo by Johnnie Martinez Read More
Chappel: Taking A Moment To Thank Community
By JASON CHAPPEL
Candidate
Los Alamos County Council
As we head into tomorrow’s primary election, I want to take a moment to thank the people of Los Alamos and White Rock.
Over the last several months, I’ve had the opportunity to attend events, answer questions, and have conversations with residents from across our communities. Whether you support me, support another candidate, or are still deciding, I am grateful to everyone who has taken the time to engage in the process.
When I decided to run for County Council, I did so because I believe local government works best when it stays focused on the Read More
‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Opens Friday At Elks Lodge
Los Alamos Elks Lodge News:
As anyone who’s ever gone to a live shadow-cast performance of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” can attest, it’s much more than entertainment. It’s way beyond a night at the movies.
Whether considering going for the first time or a long-time fan with props and costume, here’s a chance to “don’t dream it — be it.”
Director Alexandra DiBranco will present “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays June 5, 6, 19, and 20 at the Los Alamos Elks Lodge, 1601 Trinity Drive.
Doors will open at 8 p.m., with the movie starting at 8:55 p.m. The show Read More
LAHS Class Of ’81 Seeks Classmate Info For 45th Reunion
COMMUNITY News:
The Los Alamos High School (LAHS) Class of 1981 reunion committee is seeking contact information for individuals who identify as members of the Class of 81.
This contact information will be used for the 45th reunion this year and the 50th reunion in 2031.
The Class of ‘81 45th reunion will be Sept. 17-20 in Los Alamos, and the reunion committee would like to get registration information into the hands of its missing classmates.
Classmates can update their contact information on the class reunion google doc:
- lahs2001reunioncontactinfo.xls
x, which they can access through the
Elks Lodge To Host Annual Flag Day Celebration June 14
Elks Lodge 2083 to host its annual Flag Day Celebration June 14 at 1601 Trinity Drive. Courtesy photo
Elks Lodge 2083 News:
On Sunday, June 14, Elks Lodge 2083 will host its annual Flag Day Celebration. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. and conclude with a light lunch. All are welcome to attend.
Damaged flags may also be brought to the lodge for proper disposal. Prior to Flag Day, flags can be placed in the labeled can outside the south entrance of the lodge.
The history of Flag Day:
On June 14, 1885, in a one-room schoolhouse in Waubeka, Wisc., schoolteacher Bernard Cigrand asked his students to write Read More
IHM To Host Eucharistic Procession To Ashley Pond Park
Scene from the Eucharistic Procession crossing Central Avenue on its way to Ashley Pond Park on the Feast of Corpus Christi in 2025. Courtesy/IHM
Scene from Benediction at an Altar of Adoration at Ashley Pond Park during the Feast of Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession event in 2025. Courtesy/IHM
IHM Community News:
The Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (IHM) will host its third annual Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi to be held this year on Sunday, June 7.
The procession will begin at IHM at 3700 Canyon Road immediately following the 9 a.m. Mass, proceed up Canyon Read More
Chamber Of Commerce Announces ChamberFest June 6
LACOC News:
It’s time for ChamberFest 2026! The event will run from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., June 6 in White Rock and in Los Alamos! It will be a year to beat with new things and outreach to connect to all members in and around the community.
There are also other fun events in Los Alamos, including the mosaic project, and the bag book sale by the Friends of Los Alamos Library at the Mesa Library. Plus, after ChamberFest, you can head up to Pajarito Mountain for Summerfest (https://www.pajarito.ski/)!
ChamberFest is one of many benefits to all Chamber of Commerce members. It is a low-cost showcase, (free this Read More
Los Alamos Makers Announces Introductory Creative Technology Workshop Series Open To Public
Examples of products created using the tools and techniques taught during the Los Alamos Makers Creative Workshop series. Courtesy photo
Examples of products created using the tools and techniques taught during the Los Alamos Makers Creative Workshop series. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Los Alamos Makers is announcing a series of introductory creative technology workshops designed to help community members, makers, artists, entrepreneurs, and Creative Workforce Development cohort members gain hands-on familiarity with digital design and fabrication tools.
The workshop series Read More
LAYSL Launches Important New Fundraising Campaign
From Los Alamos Youth Soccer League:
The Los Alamos Youth Soccer League is excited to announce a new fundraising campaign aimed at improving our soccer fields and supporting the hundreds of local kids who play each year.
Right now, our volunteer coaches spend hours every week painting field lines by hand so our athletes have a safe and enjoyable place to play. While we’re grateful for their dedication, we’d love to give them more time to focus on what matters most: coaching and developing our players.
We’re raising funds to purchase professional field painting equipment that will improve Read More
Public Encouraged To Listen To NMED’s Presentation On Hexavalent Chromium Plume
COUNTY News:
The public is encouraged to hear a presentation from the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) regarding the hexavalent chromium plume at the Board of Public Utilities meeting at 5:30 p.m., June 3, 2026.
Hexavalent chromium was used by the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) from the 1950s–1970s. Contaminated water was periodically released into Sandia Canyon and Mortandad Canyon during this time frame. LANL contracts N3B to remediate contaminated groundwater, and N3B must work with NMED’s regulations for contamination levels.
The Department of Public Utilities Read More
Scenes From Summer Concert Friday Night At Ashley Pond
Scene from the Summer Concert Friday Night at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Crowd fills the hillside in front of stage during Friday’s concert. Photo by VaLynn Purvis
Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Four LAHS Seniors Awarded 2026 LASO Scholarships
By JOYCE ANN GUZIK
Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra
The Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra awarded four scholarships to Los Alamos High School Seniors in 2026. These scholarships recognize seniors who have demonstrated exceptional interest and accomplishments in music. The student must attend Los Alamos High School or live in Los Alamos County. The scholarships are intended to encourage the recipients to continue their musical activities, regardless of whether they pursue music as a career. Three of these scholarships were made possible by donations in memory of LASO members who have passed Read More