Kirsten Laskey (ladp admin)

LALT’s Myths And The Mystery Of Moonbows Opens Friday

Scene from ‘Myths & Moonbows’ opening March 7 at Los Alamos Little Theatre. Courtesy/LALT

Scene from ‘Myths & Moonbows’ opening March 7 at Los Alamos Little Theatre. Courtesy/LALT

LALT News:

The Los Alamos Little Theatre (LALT) invites the community to Myths & Moonbows, two one-act plays for two weekends of whimsical fun and heartfelt storytelling. The show opens on March 7 and runs through March 16, with performances at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays March 7, 8, 14 and 15, and matinees at 2 p.m. Sundays March 9 and 16. Please note the early start time for the evening performances.

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LALT To Host Reading For ‘Copenhagen’ Tuesday Feb. 4

LALT News:

The Los Alamos Little Theatre (LALT) announces a table read and auditions for its May production, Copenhagen. This show is an exploration of historical characters from the Manhattan Project era.

A table read begins 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, in the Green Room of the Performing Arts Center (a.k.a. Little Theatre, 1670 Nectar St.). The reading is a chance to become familiar with the show and characters. Light refreshments will be provided.

Auditions are 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 and 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Performing Arts Center. For more information, or to schedule an alternative audition Read More

Council Tackles Small Business Issues At Work Session

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Again, and again, people have voiced their displeasure at the small business environment in Los Alamos. Fingers are pointed at the County government for its treatment of local entrepreneurs, rent prices for commercial buildings and Los Alamos National Laboratory for usurping all the available spaces.

It is easy to compile a list of grievances but figuring out a solution is much more difficult.

Los Alamos County Council tackled this issue of finding the most effective way to bolster the local business environment during its Read More

Los Alamos Police Department Investigates Plane Crash

The Los Alamos Police Department is investigating a plane crash that occurred this afternoon at the Los Alamos County Airport. Courtesy/LAPD

The Los Alamos Fire Department responded to a plane crash that occurred this afternoon at the Los Alamos County  Airport. Courtesy/LAPD

LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is on the scene and actively investigating a plane crash that occurred just before 1:24 p.m. today, Dec. 31, 2024, at the Los Alamos County Airport.

“According to the pilot, he took off from Los Alamos Airport, circled the area a few times, and returned to the airport. Read More

Chamber: Rural Business Development Grants Open

CHAMBER News:

The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce would like to meet with anyone in the community planning a redevelopment project that will result in helping or creating multiple businesses and/or jobs.

Below is a grant that could possibly be applied for:

Rural Business Development Grants

Application Window:
Open

Program Application Period:
Complete applications may be submitted in paper or electronic format and must be received by 4:30 p.m. local time on February 28, 2025, in the USDA RD State Office for the State where the project is located.

What does this program do?
The purpose of the program Read More

Los Alamos County Council Recognizes Election Officials

Los Alamos County Councilor Keith Lepsch, center, holds a certificate recognizing election officials as the cornerstone of democracy and playing a vital role in ensuring a free and fair election in the County of Los Alamos. Honored for their service, County Clerk Naomi Maestas, left of Lepsh, her staff and local election workers. The recognition took place during Tuesday’s council meeting. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Council honored County election officials during its meeting Tuesday night.

Councilor Keith Lepsch read the recognition:

WHEREAS, election officials Read More

Los Alamos Golf Is Closed For Season But Golf Shop Offers Winter Hours And Holiday Sale

COUNTY News:

As the colder months approach, the Los Alamos Golf Course will be closed for the season starting Dec. 9. However, the golf shop will remain open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, allowing visitors to purchase merchandise or handle any golf-related needs. The golf shop will be closed on weekends.

In addition, the golf shop will host its annual Holiday Sale on Dec. 7, offering great deals on golf gear and merchandise, just in time for holiday shopping.

This schedule will remain in effect through March 7, 2025, pending weather conditions and course maintenance requirements. Any Read More

Los Alamos Geological Society To Host Annual Earth Treasure Show Saturday & Sunday

Current Board President Patrick Rowe at the 2023 Earth Treasure Show. Courtesy/LAGS
Ammonite fossils at the 2023 Earth Treasure Show. Courtesy/LAGS
LAGS News:
The Los Alamos Geological Society will host its 55th annual Earth Treasure Show Saturday and Sunday at the Pajarito Masonic Lodge, 1400 North Sage Loop.
The show will be held 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Admission and parking are free at this family friendly event. There will be many dealers selling minerals, fossils, jewelry, and much more.

There will have a children’s craft table and the Wheel of Fortune
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LASO Hosts Holiday Pops Concert Saturday

LASO News:

Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra presents their annual Holiday Concert, 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at Crossroads Bible Church.

Celebrate the holiday season with the Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra’s annual Holiday Concert! This free event, a gift to the community, includes cherished traditions like a holiday sing-along and a chance to win the opportunity to conduct Jingle Bells. Enjoy delightful performances, including ballet dancers from The Ratcracker on the Hill, and share in the joy of the season with a post-concert reception alongside the musicians.

Music has a special way of bringing Read More

Ornitherapy Presentation Nov. 14 Cancelled Due To Illness

Friends of Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge News:

Ornitherapy: the Power of Bird Watching, presentation by Holly Merker, hosted by Friends of Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center (BESC) is cancelled due to illness.

The event will be rescheduled at a later date. Read More