DAYS OF SUMMER. Programming Guide GET OUT. GET ACTIVE.

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1 100 DAYS OF SUMMER Programming Guide GET OUT. GET ACTIVE.

2 KICK-OFF EVENT FRIDAY, MAY 26TH Memorial Day Weekend Summer Concert SUNSET EVENT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH Summer Concert after Labor Day Weekend 2 Participate in programs throughout the summer, and be entered to WIN a Los Alamos Staycation package. For more information, look for the Community Services 100 DAYS OF SUMMER table!

3 Bucket List Program Card Participation A fun way to track your summer activities and A-Ha moments. Use the ideas listed on the Bucket List Ideas card, or add your own. Once your Program Card is full, drop it off at any Los Alamos County facility to enter the Los Alamos Staycation drawing at the 100 Days of Summer Sunset Event. Sunset Event & Drawing Friday, September 8, 7:00-10:00pm Drawing will be held at intermission. Need not be present to win. Pick up a program card, and start checking off your summer bucket list! Available at any County facility, or stop by the Community Services 100 DAYS OF SUMMER tent during a Summer Concert. Photo Contest #100AHA Moments Photo Contest Capture and share your A-Ha moments as you get out and about this summer, then post them on Instagram with the hashtag #100AHAMoments, and watch to see if your photos are featured. Los Alamos County will post a series of weekly favorites on their Instagram page - throughout the summer. For more information, visit the 100 DAYS OF SUMMER table during a Summer Concert. All featured photos will be entered to win a Los Alamos Staycation in a drawing at the 100 Days of Summer Sunset Event. Sunset Event & Drawing Friday, September 8, 7:00-10:00pm Drawing will be held at intermission. Need not be present to win. Pick up your phone and start snapping! Don t forget to add the hashtag: #100AHAMoments 3

4 DISCOVER THESE Summer Events The events and programs listed in this booklet include Los Alamos County facilities, programs, assets and contracts. Many local businesses have special summer calendars as well, so watch for details about additional events and programs throughout the summer! and Activities SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Every Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm Ashley Pond Park FREE Concert Series for the Public Each year thousands of residents and visitors take advantage of our beautiful Ashley Pond Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an eclectic variety of talent from rock to blues, jazz, country, Latin, Americana, African & World rhythms and more. At the Pond each week you ll find a variety of hot and cold food and drinks provided by our many vendors. Don t miss it! If you are a VENDOR interested in setting up at the Summer Concerts, contact the PROS Division at or lacrec@lacnm.us June 2 - Coral Creek Band June 9 - Western Centuries June 16 - Igor & The Red Elvises June 23 - Big Sam s Funky Nation June 30 - Grayson Capps Band July 7 - Ian Moore Band July 14 - The Peterson Brothers Band July 21 - Michael Hearne & Shake Russell with Jimmy Stadler July 28 - Eddy & The Nomads & DK & The Affordables August 4 - Jim Lauderdale August 11 - Dale Watson August 18 - Diego Figuerido August 25 - Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys September 1 - The Paladins September 8 - M5-The Mexican Brass 4

5 Creative District On Tap Series Science On Tap EVERY 3RD THURSDAY Nature On Tap ROTATES EVERY 1ST THURSDAY History On Tap ROTATES EVERY 1ST THURSDAY Art On Tap ROTATES EVERY 1ST THURSDAY A series of discussions and libations, featuring rotating themes of science, history, nature and art. Los Alamos Farmers Market Every Thursday May - October Purchase locally grown/raised foods, direct from the farmers. Picked or made fresh, you can find fruit, vegetables, baked goods, body products, honey, Grade A cheeses, butter, ungraded eggs, apple cider, jams and jellies, organic seeds, locally raised meat, herbs and vegetable starts, and plants for the indoors and outdoors. Every Thursday, 7:00am-12:30pm Mesa Public Library Overflow Parking Lot White Rock Artist Market First Saturday of the Month June - September Kick-off Event May 27th An outdoor artist market featuring local and Northern New Mexico artists and artisans, featuring art, jewelry, photography, crafts and many handmade items. First Saturday of the Month - 10:00am-3:00pm White Rock Visitor Center Every 1st & 3rd Thursday, 5:30-7:00pm UnQuarked - The Wine Room FREE for the Public - creativelosalamos.com FREE Movies in the Park June 7 - Minions (PG) ASHLEY POND PARK June 21 - The Secret Life of Pets (PG) URBAN PARK July 5 - Home (PG) ROVER PARK July 12 - Back to the Future 3 (PG) ASHLEY POND PARK - SCIENCEFEST KICK-OFF July 19 - Finding Dory (PG) URBAN PARK August 2 - Zootopia (PG) ASHLEY POND PARK LAPD/LAFD - EMERGENCY SERVICES NIGHT Enjoy a summer evening in the park with a fun, family oriented movie. Bring your blankets, pajamas and snacks to watch a movie under the stars. Weather cancellation is made 1-hour before show time. Typically show time is at dusk (around 8:15-8:30pm). June Rain-Check: June 28th at Ashley Pond Park July/August Rain-Check: August 16th at Ashley Pond Park FREE for the Public Creative District Tuesdays at the Pond Every Tuesday June 6 - August 8 Bring a picnic and enjoy evening entertainment and performances every Tuesday during the summer. Every Tuesday, 7:00pm, Ashley Pond Park FREE for the Public - creativelosalamos.com 5

6 Lunchtime TED Talk Tuesdays Every Tuesday Bring your lunch, watch a TED Talk, and discuss afterwards! TED Talks are devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks. Each week s topic is different. Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00pm, projecty cowork FREE for the Public projectylosalamos.com Tuff Riders Weekly Meets Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday A community mountain bike club trying hard to maintain an atmosphere that is fun for all skill levels. Ride categories: Easy, Slow intermediate, Intermediate, Advanced. Every Tuesday & Thursday, 5:30pm, Sullivan Field Every Saturday, 9:00am, Near the Roundabout FREE for the Public - tuffriders.losalamos.com Taiji in the Park Every Tuesday & Saturday Taiji is slow, flowing, dance-like, exercise for health, balance and vitality. Every Tuesday & Saturday, 10:00-11:00am Ashley Pond Park FREE for the Public Sitting Qigong Every Tuesday Qigong is an ancient Chinese healthcare system that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Every Tuesday, 10:00-11:00am Unitarian Church of Los Alamos FREE for the Public Family Strengths Network Family Resource Center & Programs Social Time Tuesdays & Thursdays Family Yoga Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15am Birth Talks 1st Monday of the Month, 6:30-8:00pm Chit Chat & (Change) Diapers Discussion Tuesdays, 10:30am-12:00pm Toddler Crafts 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 10:30am-12:00pm FSN provides education, support groups, and activities to all types of families, parents, teens, and children Orange Street, Los Alamos lafsn.org - FSN is CLOSED in July LA Daily Post Champions of Youth Ambitions 100 Youth Making a Difference All Summer Long Know any youth doing great work in the community? Let us know! Our goal is to recognize 100 youth making a difference. All Summer Long - cya-nm.org Atomic City Spy Tour Self-Guided Where there are secrets, there are spies. Visit historic sites around Los Alamos where the atomic spies lived, worked and played. This self-guided tour can be taken at your own pace. Spy Tour Guides available at the Los Alamos Visitor Center. 6

7 Bike & Outdoor Gear Swap June 10 Including all sorts of equipment: camping, hiking, running, home exercise equipment, sports gear, bicycles and cycling-related items, and much more. Saturday, June 10, 8:00am-12:00pm 170 Central Park Square tuffriders.losalamos.com Los Alamos Pub Crawl June 1 Boogie through downtown with the Los Alamos Hill Stompers: 5:30 Pajarito Brewpub 6:15 Smith s Marketplace 7:20 UnQuarked - The Wine Room 9:10 Bathtub Row Brewery Coop Thursday, June 1, 5:30-10:00pm Splash-n-Dash June 7 & 21 / July 5 & 19 Swimmers, runners, beginning multi-sport athletes, seasoned triathletes, or anyone interested can participate in this group training event. There is no course support, so participants assume all risk and responsibility. Please exercise good judgment, watch out for cars at all times, and have fun! Registration begins at 6:30pm and closes at 6:55pm. First swimmer is sent off at 7:00pm. Event is limited to the first 75 registrants. Participants under the age of 18 must come prepared with a waiver signed by a parent. Categories: 400 yard pool swim, 5K run along Canyon Road 200 yard pool swim, 3K run along Canyon Road Wednesdays, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19 Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center, 7:00-8:00pm Contact: Mike Engelhardt FREE for all ages and skill levels Los Alamos ChamberFest June 10 Annual event featuring Chamber Members, to showcase products and services for visitors and locals. Live music, a car show, pet activity area, kids activity area, and much more! Saturday, June 10, 10:00am-2:00pm Downtown Los Alamos losalamoschamber.com Great American Backyard Campout June 10 Spend a fun night camping out under the stars at Overlook Park. Enjoy the great outdoors with fun activities, like frisbee, glow-in-the-dark ring toss, a nature scavenger hunt, campfire songs and more. FREE for the Public Saturday, June 10 - Sunday, June 11 Overlook Park, 6:00pm-9:00am 100 Days in the Garden Lecture Series June 10 - Potted Pleasures July 8 - Gopher Madness August 19 - Floral Fun 10:00-11:00am, Los Alamos Demo Garden losalamosextension.nmsu.edu Artist Reception Katherine Pacheco Gauntt June 10 Los Alamos Native and daughter to Connie Pacheco, specializing in watercolor and oil paintings. Saturday, June 10, 1:00-4:30pm Mesa Public Library Art Gallery 7

8 Champions of Youth Ambitions Cookies & Conversations June 12, July10 A chance for middle and high school students to do a fun activity and have a lighthearted conversation with local senior citizens. June 12 & July 10, 1:30pm, Betty Ehart Senior Center cya-nm.org Authors Speak June 15 - Claude Phipps June 22 - Lenton Malry Thursdays, June 15 & 22, 7:00-8:30pm Mesa Public Library Walkup Line Dance Party June 17 A perfect opportunity to rev up your day. The Aquatic instructors will feature simple line dance steps with all genres of music and water fitness. Come dance like no one is watching! Saturday, June 17, 9:00-10:00am Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center $5 per person, or bring in non-perishable items of equal value to help LA Cares and the Los Alamos Animal Shelter. Ages 13 and up - Doors open at 8:45am. Warm Water Weekends June 17 & 18 July 15 & 16 August 5 & 6 Come make a splash! The Olympic pool temperature is raised to F for the weekend. The inflatable obstacle course is also set up for everyone to enjoy. Family Strengths Network Special Saturdays Check the website for our summer dates! Special Saturdays is for children with developmental or physical special needs. The program provides fun activities for kids and a break for parents. Each session includes activities and snacks. Enrollment is limited. Different Saturdays may be appropriate for different children. Visit lafsn.org for more information. Atomic Man Duathlon June 25 Fat Man (Olympic Duathlon): 5K Run, 40K Bike, 10K run Little Boy (Sprint Duathlon): 4K Run, 12K Bike, 4K Run Sunday, June 25, 6:00am, Piñon Elementary School newmexicosportsonline.com Family Strengths Network Outdoor Water Day June 30 Join FSN for a summer celebration with games and water play. This is a community potluck, so bring your favorite food to share! Friday, June 30, 10:30am-1:00pm 3540 Orange Street, Los Alamos - lafsn.org Kiwanis Independence Day Celebration July 4 Festivities include your favorite bouncy toys, live broadcasting from Outlaw 107.5, Los Alamos Community Winds, food and brews from a variety of vendors, live music from Sim Balkey and the Honky-Tonk Crew, and the annual firework show. Atomic City Transit buses begin shuttle services between Los Alamos and White Rock at 4:00pm. Tuesday, July 4, 2:00-10:00pm, Overlook Park $5 per person donation is suggested 8

9 High Mountain MudFest Mud Volleyball Tournament July 8 Have a mud-slinging good time at our round-robin mud volleyball tournament. Footwear is required, and the use of duct tape is highly suggested to keep them on! Saturday, July 8th - North Mesa Park, 8:30am $130 per team - Ages 18+ Registration Deadline: July 6th Adult Coed Competitive: 6 to10 teams of 6 to12 players Must have at least 3 women and 3 men per team Limited to 10 Teams Los Alamos County Horse Show July 22 Come and strut your horsemanship at the County Horse Show! This event is for all riders to showcase their horse and equestrian talents. Winners receive prizes such as t-shirts, buckles, and ribbons. Western and English riding categories. Saturday, July 22 - Brewer Arena, 9:00am Age Groups: 9 & Under years years Adult $5 per youth class entry participant $8 per adult class entry participant $30 per family: Families with four or more participants in the horse show (immediate family living in the same household). Visit losalamosnm.us, and click on Recreation Tour de Los Alamos Bike Race July 30 Join the Oldest Bicycle Race in the Southwest! 1/2/3 lap race - Laps are 27 miles with approximately a 2,000 foot elevation change. USA Cycling Permit # Part of the 2016 NMBRA Road Series. Sunday, July 30, 8:00am, Trinity Drive & 20th Street tdlabikerace.org National Friendship Day August 6 Enjoy this Warm Water Weekend special event with your friends! Two admissions for the price of one! Sunday, August 6 - Aquatic Center, 1:00-5:00pm Buy one, admit one for free For all ages Missoula Children s Theater August 12 A one week residency for professional performers to work with children resulting in a musical play performed at the end of the week. This year s show is Aladdin. Enrichment workshops are available. For students entering grades Casting Call - Monday, August 7, 9:30am Performance - Saturday, August 12, 7:00pm Crossroads Bible Church losalamosartscouncil.org/missoula-childrens-theatre Fiesta Los Alamos! August 26 Fiesta-goers enjoy traditional Mexican food, music and dancing, activities for all ages, exciting auction items and more. Tickets are $40 in advance/$50 at the door, $20/$25 for ages 13-17, and children 12 and under are free! Saturday, August 26 - Fuller Lodge, 5:00-9:00pm 9

10 Family Storytime Every Wednesday Books, stories, and songs from ages 18 months to 4 years. It s a family story time, so we start with simple, easy stories for crawlers and transition into longer picture books for older kids. Every Wednesday, 10:10-10:30am White Rock Branch Library Visit losalamosnm.us, and click on Library for information. Music & Movement Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday Music and Movement is a fun program for ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. Using songs, instruments, stories and body movements, staff and patrons have fun and reinforce emergent reading skills through talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, 9:30-10:00am Mesa Public Library Wednesdays, 9:30-10:00am White Rock Branch Library Ready, Set, Read June 14 - July 26 Storytime for older kids to build school readiness with longer stories and games. Open to ages 5-8. Every Wednesday, 1:00-2:00pm Mesa Public Library Build-it! 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Hear a story, then build with our legos & amazing blocks. Open to ages nd & 4th Tuesday of the Month, 2:00-3:00pm White Rock Branch Library Babytime/Toddler Time Every Tuesday & Thursday Emphasis is on connecting with our children, holding our children and sharing for twenty minutes of songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for our very youngest patrons. Open to ages 0-24 months old. Toddler Time is a half an hour of stories, songs, and play designed to strengthen the development of early literacy skills. Suggested for 2 and 3 year olds. Babytime - Every Tuesday, 10:10-10:30am Toddler Time - Every Thursday, 10:30-11:00am Mesa Public Library 10

11 Gaming Geekout Every Wednesday Every Wednesday, 5:30-8:30pm - Mesa Public Library Open to all ages. FREE Film Series June 1, July 6, August 3 Join us for this free show in the third floor meeting rooms at Mesa Public Library. We provide the refreshments - all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the show! Thursdays, June 1, July 6, August 3, 6:30-8:30pm Mesa Public Library Clan Tynker at the Pond June 5 Kick off the summer with everyone s favorite family circus Clan Tynker! The show goes on, rain or shine. Monday, June 5, 6:00-7:00pm Ashley Pond Park Stage FREE Family Film Series June 8, July 13, August 10 Join us for a free family friendly film in the multipurpose room at the White Rock Branch Library. We provide the refreshments - all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the show! CREATE, BUILD, WATCH! Come for an activity before the film! Thursdays, June 8, July 13, August 10 Pre-Film Activity 6:00pm, Film Begins 7:00pm White Rock Branch Library Teen Advisory Group June 15, July 20, August 15 Middle school and high school-aged youth - join us in The Zone. Be the first to see and checkout the new teen books. Free books from the YS stash! Food! Other humans! Sometimes we have a book club book and Skype with the author. Thursdays, June 15, July 20, August 15, 3:45-5:00pm Mesa Public Library Stuffed Animal Sleepover June 28 Bring your stuffed animal for a fun sleepover at the library and for a breakfast storytime the next morning. Drop-off: Wednesday, June 28, 5:00pm Breakfast Storytime: Thursday, June 29, 10:00am Pick-up: Thursday, June 29, 2:00pm Mesa Public Library Throwback Thursday June 29 Travel back in time to a different historical era. Learn games, songs, crafts and more. Open to ages Thursday, June 29, 2:00-3:00pm Mesa Public Library Nifty June 29 We re watching DIY videos, and seeing if we can re-create the magic. Open to ages Thursday, June 29, 2:00-2:45pm Mesa Public Library Games, Crafts & Discussions June 12 - Captain Underpants June 17 - Paw Patrol June 19 - Wings of Fire Book Club June 22 - Garfield June 28 - Fairy Tale Ball (White Rock) Check the website for the July schedule. Games, crafts and stories all about some of your favorite characters and tales. Open to ages :00-3:00pm, Mesa Public Library (unless WR indicated) 11

12 LOS ALAMOS RANCH SCHOOL Celebrating 100 Years Visit the Los Alamos History Museum Campus Nestled in the heart of downtown, the Los Alamos History Museum presents the stories of Los Alamos from multiple perspectives via indoor and outdoor venues, historic buildings, artifacts, documents, photographs, audio and video recordings of personal stories, and interactive visitor experiences. The Museum Campus is ADA compatible. 12

13 Los Alamos History Museum Programs Flight of the Cranes Before July 20 At the History Museum, create YOUR origami crane to send to museums in Japan. The Museum staff and volunteers will deliver Los Alamos cranes to Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August. Visit losalamoshistory.org for detailed information. Volunteer Docent Training June 12 & 15 The training includes engaging discussions on Los Alamos, covering the homestead era on the Pajarito Plateau, the Los Alamos Ranch School, the Manhattan Project, and post-war Los Alamos. There is also an emphasis on visitor engagement and customer service throughout. Training is open to the public, registration is not required, and anyone high school-age and above is encouraged to attend. Monday, June 12, 1:00-2:00pm Thursday, June 15, 1:00-5:00pm Fuller Lodge Nambe Room History Adventures Tuesdays, June - July History Adventures is the Los Alamos Historical Society s summer children s program. Join us for a hands-on history activity. Activities are aimed at children in grades K 3. Tuesday Mornings, June - July, 10:00am and 11:00am Fuller Lodge East Lawn (No meeting July 4th) This summer s adventures will include: The Aparejo burro packers A presentation from the Jemez Historic Site A Sec Sandoval-inspired activity by Fuller Lodge Art Center A celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Ranch School...and more! Check the History Museum Facebook page for the upcoming week s activities throughout the summer. Parents/guardians are encouraged to explore History Adventures together with their children. FREE for the Public - No registration required. Guided Walking Tours Every Monday - Saturday The 1.5-hour guided tours include information on the Ancestral Pueblo people, homesteading, the Los Alamos Ranch School, the Manhattan Project, and post-war Los Alamos, as well as visits to Fuller Lodge, the homestead-era Romero Cabin and, of course, the sculptures of General Leslie Groves and Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer for a photo opportunity. Mondays - Saturdays, Daily at 11:00am Los Alamos History Museum Guest Cottage $15 per person - 18 and under are FREE Homestead Tour Self-Guided Driving Tour Imagine yourself back in a time of isolated log buildings, fields planted with pinto beans, wagons laden with produce everyday life for the homesteaders who lived here before the dawn of the nuclear age that brought Los Alamos to international attention. This driving tour will introduce you to seven sites that indicate where 17 of the homestead families established their farms. Maps are available at the Los Alamos History Museum, the Visitor Centers and Los Alamos County Municipal Building, or download one at losalamosnm.us. Historic Downtown Walking Tour Self-Guided Walking Tour Journey through time from the days of the Ancestral Pueblo people through the atomic age on a newly revised walking tour. Learn about the buildings in the Los Alamos Historic District as well as people who lived in them and made history that changed the world. Maps are available at the Los Alamos History Museum, the Visitor Centers and Los Alamos County Municipal Building, or download one at losalamoshistory.org. 13

14 Fuller Lodge Art Center Programs Visit fullerlodgeartcenter.com for detailed information. Field Trip to Taos June 9 Includes a visit to the Earthship World Headquarters, the Fechin Museum, and the Taos Art Scene. Sign ups required. Friday, June 9, 8:00am-4:00pm Meet at Fuller Lodge Art Center Get Your Kicks Opening Reception June 16 Help us celebrate the 90th anniversary of Route 66! Whether it s a road trip, a trip around the world, or a trip down memory lane, the fun is in the journey. The show continues on through July 29. Friday, June 16, 5:00-7:00pm Field Trip to Canyon Road in Santa Fe June 23 Join the Art Center for a stroll down Canyon Road in Santa Fe to meet the artists for the 4th Friday openings at many of the galleries. End the evening with a group meal at the Teahouse. Sign up at the Art Center to carpool, or connect with the coordinator. Friday, June 23, 4:00-9:30pm Field Trip to Museum Hill in Santa Fe July 15 Join the Art Center on Museum Hill in Santa Fe to explore the variety of museums, botanical gardens, and rotating exhibitions. This is a self-led field trip with plenty of time to hop from museum to museum, and a mid-day gathering for a group lunch. Sign up at the Art Center to carpool, or connect with the coordinator. Saturday, July 15, 9:00am-2:00pm 14

15 Field Trip to Origin Cave July 29 Join the Art Center in exploring an area wonder, the Origin Cave. World-renowned cave digger Ra Paulette has created a one-of-a-kind art-lined chamber, bored into the center of a sandstone butte that towers majestically above the high desert floor near Ojo Caliente, New Mexico. We ll meet for a group lunch in Ojo Caliente before returning home. Sign up at the Art Center to carpool and reserve a spot. Saturday, July 29, 8:00am-1:00pm Meet at Fuller Lodge Art Center Summer Art Camp Showcase August 1-5 A celebration of artwork created during our 20th summer of Art Camp! Stop by and view the work our Summer Art Camp students have created. On Saturday the 5th, we will have an artists reception with cookies and Kool-Aid. Tuesday, August 1 to Saturday, August 5 Artist Reception, August 5, 1:00-3:00pm Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch Opening Reception August 11 Help us celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Ranch School the American West, and why we re Home on the Range. The ranch evokes a sense of place, homecoming, and safety. Friday, August 11, 5:00-7:00pm Field Trip to O Keeffe Country August 19 Join the Art Center to see where Georgia O Keeffe worked and lived, and be inspired! We ll plan on a group lunch in Abiquiu before returning home. Sign up at the Art Center to carpool, or connect with the coordinator. Saturday, August 19, 9:00am-2:00pm 15

16 Manhattan Project National Historical Park One of the few National Parks that focuses on American science, technology and industry during WWII, the Manhattan Project sites interpret the social and cultural life of the individuals and families that lived and worked in the secret cities, as well as the structures associated with the research and production of the atomic bomb. Visit the Manhattan Project National Historical Park online at NPS.GOV/MAPR Bandelier National Monument Bandelier provides an opportunity to explore Ancestral Pueblo dwellings, broad mesas and steep-walled canyons where ladders provide access to small-carved dwellings built in natural recesses, as well as 33,000 acres of designated wilderness ranging from 5,000 feet to 10,000 feet above sea level, including a wide variety of outdoor activities. You can also explore the Bandelier Museum Exhibit, where Ancestral Pueblo pottery, tools and artifacts of daily life can be seen. Visit Bandelier National Monument online at NPS.GOV/BAND Valles Caldera National Preserve The Valles Caldera offers 54+ miles of trails and 30 miles of trout streams. There is managed public access for many activities, including elk and turkey hunting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, biking, van tours, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, environmental education, and photographic adventures. Visit the Valles Caldera National Preserve online at NPS.GOV/VALL 16 Find Los Alamos visitor information online at VISITLOSALAMOS.ORG

17 National Parks Programs Visit nps.gov for detailed information. National Park Service Founders Day August 25 No entry fee at NPS Sites Nation-wide Manhattan Project National Historical Park Guided Ranger Talks & Tours Stop at the Park s Visitor Center for a free Ranger talk and film, a Park Service Passport stamp, tour maps to Park assets, including Ashley Pond Park, the Los Alamos History Museum Campus, and Bradbury Science Museum. Ranger-guided walking tours of downtown Los Alamos historic sites are available daily. Virtual Tour App and Game Take a virtual tour by downloading the Los Alamos: the Secret City of the Manhattan Project free app. The app has an augmented reality feature to use at locations in the historic downtown, as well as an interactive experience that places the user in the shoes of Los Alamos first scientists. The app provides a virtual tour of the assets of the Manhattan Project, including those behind the fence at the Los Alamos National Laboratory! Bandelier National Monument Night Sky Programs Thursday Nights Juniper Campground Amphitheater Night Sky Festival June Hubbel Trading Post s Navajo Rug Show August Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing August 21 Visit nps.gov/band for more detailed information. Valles Caldera National Preserve Los Amigos de Valles Caldera 10th Anniversary Celebration Come help us celebrate, and be a part of the Grand Opening of our Park Bookstore! Enjoy music, refreshments, artist demonstrations, face painting, wildlife encounters, and more! All who attend will be entered into a drawing, and will receive souvenirs and a 10% discount at the bookstore. Visitors will also have access to the Preserve for the day to enjoy hiking, fishing, and other recreational opportunities. Saturday, June 24, 11:00am-2:00pm Valles Caldera National Preserve Visitor Contact Station Youth/Adult Fly Fishing Clinics Participants spend a half day learning about equipment, tackle, knots, stream insect sampling and identification. Participants also have time to practice their casting in the morning before heading out to the stream in the afternoon. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the stream and be prepared for weather. Youth - Saturday, June 10 & July 8 Adult - Saturday, August 12 9:00am-5:00pm Valles Caldera National Preserve Visitor Contact Station Pre-registration is preferred. Please us with name, clinic date, phone number, and number attending. Preserve Birthday Bash It s our 17th Birthday! On July 25th, 2000, President Bill Clinton signed the Valles Caldera Preservation Act, which created the Valles Caldera National Preserve. To celebrate that occasion and the many accomplishments of past and present staff, volunteers, and contributors, we will host special activities, including: Earth Skills Gathering - Watch primitive skills demonstrations such as flintknapping, stone tool making, and atlatl throwing. Meet the Staff - Come see and chat with staff as they share information about their current research projects. Photo Booths - Express your wild, photogenic side at one of our photo booths stationed around the Valle Grande district Saturday, July 22, 10:00am-3:00pm Valles Caldera National Preserve Visitor Contact Station 17

18 SPEND YOUR SUMMER AT THE NATURE CENTER Los Alamos Nature Center Programs Visit losalamosnature.org for detailed information and more programs in July and August. 100 Days of Summer Get Out. Get Active. Participate in these fun 100 Days of Summer activities: 100 Birds of Summer 100 Wildflowers Visit the nature center to get more information on how you can participate! Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Passport to the Pajarito Plateau Part I and II A fun program to get people outside, exploring our beautiful trails. Pick up your passport at the Los Alamos Nature Center and start hiking! Make a crayon rubbing from the special post on each trail to stamp your passport, then bring it back after you ve completed 2, 5, 8, 12, and all 16 hikes for great prizes you can use on your next adventure. Regular Weekly Programs Nature Up Close Reptiles - Mondays & Fridays, 2:30-3:30pm Plants - Tuesdays, 12:00-4:30pm Birds - Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm Nature Yoga & Trail Run Sundays, 10:30am - 12:45pm Nature Playtimes for Ages 0-5 Mondays, 10:00-11:00am Gentle Walks Fridays, 9:30am Summer Family Evenings, Wednesdays at 6:30pm Sponsored by Del Norte Credit Union Always FREE for PEEC Members! $5 per family for non-members June 7: Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Meet animals from the shelter and learn about this rescue organization. June 14: Rattlesnakes. See scaly creatures from the International Rattlesnake Museum in Albuquerque. June 21: Orienteering. Learn to find your way with a map and compass and take a journey by following clues along the path. June 28: Explora. Design, build, and explore with fun, hands-on activities from the Explora Museum. July 5: Santa Fe Botanical Gardens. Learn about gardening and take a plant home to watch it grow! July 12: Burro Packers. Discover how burros helped people travel the land. Meet burros and learn about the old Spanish-style Aparajo Packing System. July 19: New Mexico Wildlife Center. Meet wild animals and learn how this center cares for injured animals and releases them back into the wild when they are again able to care for themselves. July 26: Eclipse Night. See the sun through a solar telescope and learn about the upcoming eclipse. 18

19 Special Events & Programs Family Nights sponsored by Kiwanis Club Join us for s mores, games, and songs by the campfire! 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 5:30pm Drawing and Painting Natural Forms Thursday, June 1, 10:30am-4:00pm Bird Walk: Upper Water Canyon Saturday, June 3, 7:00am-12:00pm Meet at the Los Alamos Nature Center Book Talk & Signing: Wild Lives by Janie Chodosh Tuesday, June 6, 7:00pm Geology Tour of the Mt. Taylor Region Saturday, June 17 - Sunday, June 18, 6:00am-7:00pm Meet at the Los Alamos Nature Center Science of Solstice Tuesday, June 20, 7:00pm A Mountaineer s Story Tuesday, June 27, 7:00pm Planetarium Shows Enjoy 360 degrees of immersive entertainment that offers a sensory experience unlike any other. Admission $6/adult, $4/child Feature Film: Sea Monsters May 27 & 28, June 24 & 25, 2:00pm June Night Sky Show Friday, June 2, 7:00pm Feature Film: Phantom of the Universe June 3 & 4, 2:00pm Feature Film & Talk: Incoming! Talk & Film - Friday, June 9, 7:00pm Film Only - June 10-11, 2:00pm Black Holes, Gravitational Waves, & Quasars Friday, June 16, 7:00pm Feature Film: Exploding Universe June 17 & 18, 2:00pm, Friday, June 30, 7:00pm Summer Constellations Friday, June 23, 7:00pm More shows are coming in July & August. Check the website regularly for updates and new information! July & August Sneak Peek! More special events & programs are coming! Check the website regularly for updates and new information! Wildflower Walks Monday, July 3 & July 24, 5:30pm PBS Science Cafe Invisible Universe Revealed Wednesday, July 5, 10:00am How to Photograph the Eclipse Tuesday, August 1, 7:00pm Minesh Bacrania 19

20 JULY RANCH SCHOOL DAYS losalamossciencefestival.com Los Alamos Sciencefest July Celebrate the history and science of Los Alamos through engaging activities and events for people of all ages. This signature event of Los Alamos is well attended and draws visitors across the state of New Mexico and beyond. Live music and entertainment STEM activities and demonstrations for children and teens Historical tours and hikes Regional exhibitors and vendors Beer garden (Open until 6:00pm) Festival food, fun, and more! This major event celebrates the science in everyday life with hands-on, interactive experiences. Great for families and kids, ScienceFest provides a pleasant experience as the public mingles with scientists and connects with science, art, history, and culture. Events are held throughout the week, with Festival Day Saturday, July 15, 10:00am-3:00pm 20

21 Bradbury Science Museum Programs Visit lanl.gov/museum for detailed information. General Hours & Information Open Every Day Approximately 60 interactive exhibits trace the history of the WWII Manhattan Project, highlight the Laboratory s current and historic research projects related to defense and technology, and focus on Laboratory research related to national and international economic, environmental, political, and social concerns. Open daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year s Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday & Monday, 1:00-5:00pm FREE admission Gadgets Gift Shop The Bradbury Science Museum Association (a nonprofit organization) opened a gift kiosk in early December of While its operations are still ramping up, items such as T-shirts, hats, postcards, mugs, and other LANL logo d items are on sale. Kiosk hours vary, based on volunteer availability. All proceeds support educational outreach in Northern New Mexico. Scientists in the Spotlight Every 2nd Saturday Local scientists are available at the Museum to talk about your favorite science, technology, engineering and math topics. Every 2nd Saturday, June-August, 11:00am Bradbury Science Museum Robotics the Bradbury August 25 Local robotics teams showcase their latest creations. Friday, August 25, 5:00-8:00pm Bradbury Science Museum 21

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23 Pajarito Mountain Programs Visit skipajarito.com for detailed information. Bike & Hike Pajarito Mountain May - September Enjoy lift served access to biking and hiking. Day tickets for bikers cost $25. Day tickets for hikers cost $10. Bike & Hike Summer 2017 Dates May 27 Special Hours 1:00-6:00pm June SummerFest June 21 Special Hours 4:00-7:00pm July 1-2 July July August August September 9-10 September 22 Special Hours 1:00-6:00pm September UllrFest Lift turns from 9:00am - 3:00pm, unless otherwise noted Pajarito Mountain Cafe is open for lunch 11:00am - 2:00pm Summerfest & Mountain Bike Poker Run June Enjoy lift served access to biking and hiking, a downhill mountain bike race, the New Mexico Craft BrewFest, and live music. Saturday, June 10 & Sunday, June 11 9:00am - 6:00pm Pajarito Mountain Cafe Summer 2017 The Cafe will serve lunch Wednesdays through Fridays from 11:00am - 2:00pm. The Cafe is always open on Bike & Hike dates, too. 23

24 2017 Triathlons Visit losalamosnm.us for detailed information. 43rd Annual Los Alamos Triathlon July 29 Participate in one of the oldest, continuously running triathlons. This is a sprint triathlon with a unique format of Bike, Swim, Run and is held at a starting elevation of 7,400. The course is challenging with a rolling bike course that starts in town and takes you along an open course surrounded by forest and mountain vistas; return to the Walkup Aquatic Center for a 400 meter pool swim, and a slightly hilly run completes the course. For more information and maps, visit racesonline.com and losalamosnm.us. Start Time: 7:30am - Time Trial Bike start: 20 second intervals, Elites 7:40am 1st Wave - Individuals/Teams Waves determined Friday, July 28 Individual $50 2-Person Team $90 / 3-Person Team $120 $15 Late Registration Fee after Tuesday, July 25 (All entry fees are non-refundable) Individual Race Categories: Elite: Male & Female, No Age Category Athena: Women 165+ pounds (Weigh-in by 6:30am) Clydesdale: Men 220+ pounds (Weigh-in by 6:30am) Individual Age Categories: Team Race Categories: All Male Female Coed Team Age Categories: 19 & Under Race Distances & Race Order: 1. Bike - 20 Kilometers (12.4 miles) 2. Pool Swim meters 3 Run - 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) These races are not USAT sanctioned. Bicycle helmets required for all participants. 24

25 JR Triathlon July 29 This is an abbreviated sprint triathlon course which allows our junior competitors to transition from the Kids Triathlon into a competitive and timed triathlon. $30 per participant $35 after Tuesday, July 25 (All entry fees are non-refundable) Start Time: 7:00am Group Start Limited to 75 competitors Ages: Race Distances & Race Order: 1. Bike - 6 Kilometers (3.7 miles) 2. Pool Swim meters 3. Run - 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) Kids Triathlon July 29 A fun introduction to the multi-sport world for children and youth with an emphasis on fun and fitness, not competition. All participants receive a finishers medal. This is a continuous and non-timed event. Kickboards and lifejackets are available and may be used. $25 per participant $30 after Tuesday, July 25 (All entry fees are non-refundable) Start Time: 11:00am Limited to 100 competitors Pee-Wees: Ages 3-4 and Ages 5-6 1/4 Mile Bike / 100 Yard Run / 25 Yard Swim Juniors: Ages 7-8 1/2 Mile Bike / 1/4 Mile Run / 50 Yard Swim Juniors: Ages Mile Bike / 1/2 Mile Run / 50 Yard Swim Triathlon Registration No race day registration Online: In Person: Deadline: racesonline.com Register at the Walkup Aquatic Center Thursday, July 27 at 7:00pm Packet Pick-Up: Aquatic Center - Friday, July 28, Noon - 6:00pm Race Day Packet & Chip Pick Up: LA Triathlon & JR Triathlon - Saturday, July 29, 5:30-6:30am Kids Triathlon - Saturday, July 29, 10-11am 25

26 2017 County Fair & Rodeo Schedule of Events Thursday, August 10th County Fair Exhibits Check-in Mesa Public Library 2:00-6:00pm Friday, August 11th Pool Tournament Betty Ehart Senior Center 8:00am County Fair Exhibits Mesa Public Library Viewing for Handicapped 4:00-5:00pm General Public 5:00-8:00pm Friday Night Summer Concert Series Dale Watson Ashley Pond Park 7:00-10:00pm Saturday, August 12th Festival & Fair Ashley Pond Park 9:00am-3:00pm Summer Arts & Crafts Fair Fuller Lodge East Lawn 9:00am-4:00pm County Fair Parade Central Avenue 10:00am County Fair Exhibits Mesa Public Library 10:00am-3:00pm County Rodeo Including a watermelon eating contest! Brewer Arena 2:00-5:00pm Cowboy Dinner and Dance Los Alamos Sheriff s Posse Lodge 5:00pm & 7:00pm Sunday, August 13th County Rodeo: Tough Enough to Wear Pink Including a watermelon eating contest! Brewer Arena 1:00-5:00pm RODEO ADMISSION PRICES: 2 & under - FREE Youth (3-17) & Seniors (60+) - $5 Adults (18-59) - $8 Family of 4 - $25 VENDORS: Interested vendors must complete and return a vendor permit form by Wednesday, August 9, County Fair & Rodeo SPONSORS KJM Autobody 26 Country Farm Supply mycfsupply.com

27 County Fair & Rodeo Parade! Saturday, August 13th at 10:00am Staging begins at 8:30am in the Canyon Complex parking lot at 4th & Central. To register, visit losalamosmainstreet.com Join us! This year s theme is Legends of the Ranch School For more information, call , or rose@losalamos.org County Fair & Rodeo Contacts: Rodeo, Vendors, Music - Parks, Recreation & Open Space (505) Parade - Los Alamos MainStreet (505) Exhibits - Cooperative Extension Office (505) Arts & Crafts Fair - Fuller Lodge Art Center (505)

28 County Fair Exhibits & Summer Arts & Crafts Fair County Fair Exhibits Book Available at both libraries and the Los Alamos Cooperative Extension Office Address: th Street Phone: Clothing Knitting Crochet Needlework Quilts Baked Goods Preserved Foods Hobbies & Crafts Fine Arts Photography Horticulture 4-H Projects Two Age Categories: YOUTH & ADULT To register online, visit losalamosextension.nmsu.edu Early Registration Deadline July 31, 2017 Fuller Lodge Art Center s Annual Summer Arts & Crafts Fair The Arts & Crafts Fair begins immediately after the Fair & Rodeo Parade. Crowds stroll the east lawn at Fuller Lodge to shop for souvenirs, birthdays, weddings, special occasions, family, and of course, for themselves, finding treasures that can only be discovered once a year, at the Summer Fair. Fuller Lodge East Lawn 9:00am - 4:00pm Shoppers will find a large variety of handmade arts and crafts, with nearly 100 participating artisans. Vendors will be selling everything from jewelry to furnishings, pottery to sculpture, wall art to wind chimes, and, of course, food! To get a sneak peek, visit fullerlodgeartcenter.com 28

29 VISIT WITH YOUR COUNTY COUNCILORS Look for their Tent at Farmer s Market THURSDAYS, JUNE 15 & JULY 20 and at the County Fair SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 Stop by to say hello at the County Fair, ENTER TO WIN a framed photo of Los Alamos, and enjoy cookies & lemonade, while you check out the project displays. Check out our online image gallery! LOSALAMOSCOUNTY IMAGES.SMUGMUG.COM Like us on Facebook at LOS ALAMOS COUNTY Follow us on 29

30 GET INVOLVED IN Recreation Programs Being an active community... The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Division offers youth, teen and adult programs at the Golf Course, Ice Rink, Aquatic Center and other facilities in Los Alamos County. In addition, special events are held throughout the year at various locations in the community. Enjoy programs such as dance, volleyball, basketball, exercise and fitness, martial arts, softball, swimming, running, and much more!...means being a healthy community! Check out the Recreation Programs Summer Guide Find this helpful quick reference tool online, and use it to learn about our extensive Parks, Recreation & Open Space facilities, opportunities and programs! LOSALAMOSNM.US Click on Recreation in the middle of the page. Dance Classes Scottish Country Dance Mountain Mixers Square Dancing Salsa Dance Lessons Flamenco Dance Yoga Classes Kundalani Yoga Prajna Yoga Open Gym Programs Open Basketball Open Badminton Open Gym Volleyball Table Tennis FREE YEAR ROUND! Open Gym programs are not held on holidays, holiday weekends, or snow days, and are subject to cancellations. PROS at (505) , or lacrec@lacnm.us Participants are required to bring their own equipment. Specialty Parks 9-Hole Disc Golf Courses Miniature Golf Skate Parks Dog Parks 30

31 MAKE A SPLASH AT THE Aquatic Center A world-class, Olympic-size, high-altitude facility... The Aquatic Center offers diverse activities for citizens and visitors of all ages, income levels, fitness levels, and interests, in safe and affordable recreation, instruction, fitness, competitive and therapeutic programs. The Aquatic Center is known internationally as an excellent training facility for teams from around the United States and the world, including Japan, Belgium, New Zealand, Germany, and many more. Locally the Center supports private swim teams and the Los Alamos High School Swimming and Diving teams....located at 7,240 feet above sea level! Hours of Operation Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday 6:00am - 7:00pm 10:00am - 5:00pm Closed June-August Except Warm Water Weekends Aquatic Center Closures May 29 June 23 June July 4 July 29 August 19 - September 4 Memorial Day Early Closure at 6:30pm Nick Nogar Swim Meet Independence Day Los Alamos Triathlon Annual Maintenance General Information The pool is open to all during regular hours, unless otherwise noted. Everyone is welcome to all fitness classes. Consult with your doctor before starting an exercise program Main Pool Schedule SUNDAY POOL CLOSED - Except on Warm Water Weekends: June 17-18, July 15-16, Aug 5-6 1:00-5:00pm Short Course & Open Swim MONDAY - FRIDAY 6:00am-10:30am Long Course 10:30AM-11:00AM POOL CLOSED 11:00am-7:00pm Short Course & Open Swim SATURDAY 10:00am-5:00pm Short Course & Open Swim Visit losalamosnm.us, and click on Recreation for the full schedule, including the Therapy Pool. 31

32 2017 SEASON AT THE Golf Course Los Alamos County offers a course that s both fun and challenging to play... Nestled at the base of the Jemez Mountains atop the Pajarito Plateau, the Los Alamos County Golf Course offers a challenging 6,500 yard, par 72, 18 hole layout. The golf course, built in 1947 by the Atomic Energy Commission, is one of the oldest 18 hole golf courses in New Mexico. Playing through Ponderosa Pines and Cottonwoods, the sloping fairways and small greens provide a challenge to players of all skill levels. Panoramic vistas and clear, fresh mountain air at an elevation of 7,400 feet, provide a beautiful setting to enjoy the summer and have an enjoyable golf experience....at a great price! Hours of Operation Open daily, weather and course conditions permitting. The Golf Shop Hours Monday-Sunday 7:00am - 7:00pm A full line of quality golf merchandise, equipment, and limited club repair is available at the Golf Shop. New vendors for 2017 include Ahead, Kate Lord, and Bobby Jones. Tee Time Reservations Los Alamos Golf Course has moved into the new millennium with an online tee time system. Reservations may be made up to ten days in advance online, or up to three days in advance by calling the Golf Shop at Driving Range Hours: M, Tu, Fri, Sa, Su 8:00am - 7:30pm Wednesday 8:00am - 5:30pm Thursday Open after Mowing to 7:30pm 2017 Daily Fee Schedule January 1, December 31, Fees subject to change. Green Fees M-Th & Holidays F, Sa, Su 18 Holes $31.50 $ Holes $19.00 $ Junior $14.70 $ Junior $9.45 $9.45 Senior Rates 55 and Over 10:00am - 1:00pm M, T, W, Th Friday-Sunday & Holidays Excluded 18 Holes $34.50 with cart 18 Holes $24.00 without cart 9 Holes $20.00 with cart 9 Holes $14.00 without cart Carts, Clubs & Driving Range 9 Holes/Player 18 Holes/Player Golf Cart $9.00 $15.00 Pull Cart $3.00 $6.00 Rental Clubs $19.00 $ Driving Range $2.00 per token

33 STROLL THROUGH Parks & With an abundance of parks and playgrounds... Open Space Individuals, families, organizations and businesses are able to readily enjoy the outdoors in Los Alamos County. Whether for an afternoon stroll, office party, soccer game, weekend hike, tennis match, athletic training, or family birthday party......you are provided a beautiful backdrop for a wide variety of activities! Open Space & Trails Lying on the eastern flank of the Jemez Mountains, Los Alamos enjoys a mountain backdrop amid the orange cliffs of the Pajarito Plateau. The town spans three miles of the plateau, interrupted by deeply incised canyons that offer natural escapes within the town s limits. White Rock lies on the edge of the 1,000-foot deep White Rock Canyon, carved by the Rio Grande. The canyons and mesas in and around the county are linked by a 100 mile network of trails. Hikers and runners, horseback riders, mountain bikers, and other trail users delight in the variety of trails from which to choose. The trails offer a quick escape from the busy pace in town, a way to commute to work, an easy stroll or a physical challenge, and a chance to observe wildlife or soak in the views. Looking for a Trailhead? Watch for the Trailhead signs along major roads throughout the county. Download a copy of the Los Alamos County Trail Network Map at: losalamosnm.us - Click on Recreation in the middle of the page. Using Open Space & Trails Los Alamos County Open Space is open to non-motorized use only. Hiking, running, horse travel, and mountain biking are permitted on County trails. Resource Protection: All cultural resources such as Ancestral Pueblo room blocks, pot sherds, petroglyphs, and historical artifacts are protected by Federal and State law. Let all cultural resources lie undisturbed. Share the Trail: These are multi-use trails for pedestrians, equestrians, and bicyclists. Bicyclists should yield to all other users. Dogs in Los Alamos Country Open Space: All dogs must be on a leash within 100 yards of a trailhead. Dogs must be under voice and sight control at all times. Safety: When exploring trails, always carry water, sunscreen, a hat, extra clothing, a flashlight, and a navigational aid. 33

34 FIND MORE RESOURCES AT THE Local Visitor Centers Whether a local or a visitor... Located on the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway, Los Alamos is at the heart of New Mexico recreation, with added cultural & historical significance. Come in to find everything you need to enjoy the area - things to do, places to stay, where to eat, and local shopping. Find maps, local and regional information, and more at each of our three Visitor Centers....find out more about what you can do in Los Alamos! Discover Los Alamos operates two Visitor Centers in Los Alamos County staffed by friendly, knowledgeable people who will help you with maps, guides, brochures, and invaluable advice to help you make the most of your visit. Los Alamos Visitor Center Central Park Square Los Alamos, New Mexico Monday Friday: 9:00am 5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am 4:00pm Sunday: 10:00am 3:00pm White Rock Visitor Center NM-4 White Rock, New Mexico Monday Friday: 9:00am 5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am 4:00pm Sunday: 10:00am 3:00pm Manhattan Project National Historical Park Visitor Center th Street Los Alamos, NM Summer Hours (May 1 to Oct. 15): 9:00 4:00 Daily Find us online at visitlosalamos.org! 34