Council Tentatively Oks Manager’s Office FY25 Budget
Los Alamos County Deputy Manager Linda Matteson, right, presents the County Manager’s Office FY 2025 budget to council while Deputy Clerk Marie Pruitt, left, listens during the budget hearing Monday night in Council Chambers. Council voted 6-1, with Councilor David Reagor opposed, to tentatively approve the approximately $15.3 million budget, with several budget options. These budget options include $80,000 for education, marketing and outreach services for greenhouse gas reduction, $100,000 for energy audit services, $500,000 for electric vehicle infrastructure plan and fleet Read More
Review: ‘Fun Home’ Shares An Important Story
Review by KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Despite the name, there isn’t a lot of “fun” in the musical “Fun Home”. The play, which is based on a graphic novel by Alison Bechdel, focuses on memories from Alison’s childhood and early adulthood that mainly center on her father, Bruce Bechdel.
Bruce was an English teacher, home renovator and funeral parlor director – hence the name of the play. The family nicknames the funeral business “fun home”.
But Bruce harbors a secret – he is gay. Living in a time when gay marriage, rights and acceptance was pretty much nonexistent, Read More
Council Tentatively Approves Its $428,753 FY 2025 Budget
Los Alamos County Council voted unanimously to tentatively approve its FY 2025 budget of $428,753 during the budget hearing Monday night in Council Chambers. Screenshot/LADP Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Charming And Chicka
Charming wants to be someone’s prince, and he deserves to live in a castle: he was one of the 98 chihuahuas rescued from a hoarding case near Socorro. Española Humane opened its doors to as many as they could, and after vetting, major dental work, surgeries and big love, are now available for adoption. These dogs have lived a lifetime of neglect, and they are ready for laps and love in their own throne of a home. Española Humane are open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday at 108 Hamm Pkwy in Española. Visit https://www.espanolahumane.org/. Courtesy/EH
This tiny 5 lb., Read More
New Mexico State Aging Department Celebrates Impact Of Older Adult Volunteers During Appreciation Month
NMALTSD News:
SANTA FE — During the month of April, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) proudly celebrates the contributions of senior volunteers across the state.
Based on the national value of each volunteer hour in New Mexico, the financial impact of senior volunteers across the state is estimated at over $13 million. Over this last year, the 1,369 senior volunteers serving with initiatives that include Foster Grandparents, Senior Companion and the Retired Senior Volunteer Programs provided over 498,000 hours of service.
“We are tremendously grateful for Read More
Daily Postcard: In-between Seasons In Valles Grande
Daily Postcard: The view in-between seasons Saturday in Valles Grande at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Photo by Corey Lycopolus/NPS Read More
Film Prize Junior New Mexico 2024 Voting Ends Today!
LAPS News:
Voting for Film Prize Junior New Mexico 2024 ends today, Monday April 22, with the winner to be announced on Tuesday, April 23.
The Los Alamos High School has two films produced by the Director’s Cut Film Club: SEE JUSTIS (https://www.filmprizenm.com/video/see-justis/) and A Nightmare (https://www.filmprizenm.com/video/a-nightmare/).
The Los Alamos Teen Center entries, also made by students, include one middle school production, Sunday Morning Apocalypse (https://www.filmprizenm.com/video/saturday-morning-apocalypse/) and one high school production, 7:06 Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Board To Meet April 25
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25 at Chamisa Elementary School.
The meeting is open to the public.
Virtual Meeting URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5056632222?pwd=9ya3XaLGT3DQAVJyauGbYKcsPQ4QWg.1&omn=87234389521
Virtual Meeting Password: j45K8H Read More
Los Alamos Municipal Court To Host Law Day Open House
Los Alamos Municipal Court staff from left, Adrienne Orozco, Sara Martinez, Monica Schwiner, Judge Elizabeth Allen, Juanita McNiel and Lauren Tomko. Courtesy/LAC
COURT News:
Los Alamos Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Allen and her staff invite the public to an open house to celebrate Law Day, a national day set aside to honor the rule of law.
Visitors may drop in between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at the Municipal Justice Center, 2500 Trinity Drive to enjoy treats, tour the courthouse and learn about the various services and resources.
The court provides both in-person and online Read More
‘Balanced Momtality Women’s Health & Wellness’ To Host Pelvic Floor 101 Workshops April 25 And April 30
BUSINESS News:
Dr. Desiree Cassell, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and owner of The Balanced Momtality Women’s Health and Wellness has announced a partnership with two local organizations to bring the women in the Los Alamos community two free chances to learn about healing and restoring their pelvic floor, core and more.
The first free Pelvic Floor 101 workshop is 10-11 a.m. Thursday, April 25 at The Family Strengths Network at 3540 Orange St. During this lecture style class, participants will learn what the pelvic floor is, how it is supposed to function, and how to identify when it’s not Read More
Happening This Week At SALA: April 23-28, 2024
SALA News:
SALA Los Alamos Event Center announces an action-packed week filled with engaging events for the community. From educational experiences to captivating film screenings and fun-filled activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Tuesday, April 23:
Kickstarting the week is Coderdojo at 4 p.m. This event offers an opportunity for participants to delve into the world of coding and unleash their creativity.
Thursday & Friday, April 25 & 26:
Experience the gripping drama of “Civil War”, the new 2024 film, with screenings at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Dive into history Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: April 26-May 2, 2024
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for April 26-May 2, 2024:
Friday, April 26, 2024
- 06:00 AM Deocracy Now! – Live
- 10:00 AM The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11:00 AM County Council Meeting Replay 4-23–24
- 03:00 PM Democracy Now!
- 05:00 PM PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 06:00 PM A Chat with Glendora
- 06:30 PM White House Chronicles
Chamisa & Pinon Host 11th Annual Multicultural Fair April 24
Pets Of The Week: Meet Jito And Cheesepuff
Jito is a bit of a sour-patch kid, meaning he reels you in by being incredibly loving and inviting, but when he’s had enough, he’ll hiss so you can give him his space! Jito has been roaming the Española Humane’s offices for the past two weeks because the staff all adore him – they understand his boundaries (and could probably learn a thing or two from him about establishing their own). Staff give him all the love he’s willing to accept before he draws a line in the sand, and they respect his wishes. Jito is an 8 lb., 2-year-old tabby who will go to his forever home neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Read More
Los Alamos Family Council Monthly Dinner And Movie Fundraiser Features Breakfast At Tiffany’s May 14
Courtesy/LAFC
SALA News:
The community is invited to attend the Los Alamos Family Council (LAFC) monthly dinner and movie fundraiser that includes frito pie at SALA Event Center.
The next dinner and movie fundraiser night is 5:30-9 p.m., May 14, 2024 and features the classic Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
On the second Tuesday of every month, LAFC will host a dinner and movie fundraiser. Proceeds will support its programs at the Counseling Center and Youth Activity Centers.
The community is encouraged to make the Second Tuesday Movie Night a monthly night on the town.
Dinner will be available beginning Read More
Braille Enrichment For Literacy Program Runs June 3-14
The Family YMCA Y Earth Service Corps June 10-July 19
Live In Los Alamos: Richard Smith At Fuller Lodge April 26
Live in Los Alamos presents guitarist Richard Smith April 26 at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Live in Los Alamos presents guitarist Richard Smith April 26 at Fuller Lodge.
The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the show will start at 7 p.m. and Bathtub Row Brewing will provide refreshments.
Smith, who is from Britain but resides in Nashville, is a multi-genre guitar virtuoso and national fingerpicking champion. He preformed last year in Los Alamos.
In addition to the concert, Smith will offer coaching/jam sessions 11 a.m. to noon April 27 at Mesa Public Library.
Tickets for the April Read More
Final Curbside Farmers Market For 2024 Thursday
Daily Postcard: Red Garden Tulip Blooms In Jemez Springs
Daily Postcard: A red garden tulip blooming recently outside the Los Ojos Restaurant in Jemez Springs. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
