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In stock at Computer Corner on JIT - Epson Stylus Photo 2200 printers - 2880 dpi, cut sheet and sroll stock capable up to 13"x44" printing, USB, Firwire and Parallel standard - $633; Sony Clie SJ33 Handheld - 66Mhz, 6.1 oz, Hi Rez Color - $284; Epson Perfection 1260 Scanners - Flatbed Color, 48 bit, USB, 1200x2400 - $47; CDRW Drives 52x24x52 - $47. For more products and information, go to http://www.compcorner.com/ online, call Dennis Barnes at 228-2005 or write to dbarnes@compcorner.com by electronic mail. Updated 4/24/03
A retirement party/service award celebration for Harold Sullivan, Nuclear Design and Risk Analysis (D-5), is from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on May 7 at the Otowi Cafeteria Siderooms. RSVP to Valerie Lopez at 7-3901 or write to valopez@lanl.gov by electronic mail. If you would like to contribute toward the party and gift, call Lopez or Stephanie Vigil of D-5 at 7-0914. Updated 4/24/03
Work Wear New Mexico, a Laboratory safety shoe and protective clothing subcontractor, will provide shoe mobile service from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 5 p.m. today at the Los Alamos Inn parking lot. For questions contact James Bennett of Work Wear New Mexico at 888-687-6215 or Louella Lopez of BUS-5 at 7-8545. Updated 4/24/03
Are you getting feedback from people around you that you need to learn to relax? Biofeedback may be a great tool to help you learn valuable techniques for relaxation, improved health and enhanced work performance. Introduction to Biofeedback will help you learn some of the basic biofeedback techniques and how to put them to use immediately in your life. Noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 29 Stress Proofing is a free, half-day investment in learning skills to better manage your stress. Includes relaxation techniques, humorobics, thinking your way through stress and much more. Co-facilitated by the Employee Assistance Program and the Wellness Center. 8 a.m. to noon, Thursday, May 1 Classes are held in Wellness Center Room 106. No fee, but pre-registration is required. For related classes and online registration, go to http://www.wellness.lanl.gov/svc/classes/hp/hp_sch.htm online. The entire Laboratory workforce is invited to attend these health promotion classes. For more information, call the Wellness Center at 7-7166. Updated 4/24/03 Research Library's annual "State of the Library" is today The Research Library (STB-RL) will hold its annual "State of the Library" from 1 to 2:30 p.m. today in the J. Robert Oppenheimer Study Center at Technical Area 3. Rick Luce, STB-RL group leader, will talk about the library's past, its entrance into the digital arena, world leadership in digital services and about future challenges and possibilities. Laboratory researchers will share their experiences and the role that the library has played in their scientific success. For more information, contact the Research Library at 7-4448. Updated 4/23/03 Laboratory Records Management classes Basic Records and Information Management Class, Course # 22477 - In response to the recent issuance of LIR-308-00-02.0, Laboratory Records Management, the Information and Records Management (IM-5) is offering a half day course on Basic Records and Information Management from 8:30 a.m. to noon on May 15. The course is at Canyon School, Room 172. Other course dates will be scheduled as needed. This course will be presented in five short modules: Overview of Records Management and What is a Record; Records Management Drivers; What Is an Office of Record; What Are Retention Schedules; and Records Disposition -- Transfer and Destruction. The course will provide interested employees with the basic tools needed to continue to implement this LIR and to answer questions regarding its requirements. Two sessions for Laboratory Records Management Point of Contacts are on May 22 at Canyon School, Room 172. These sessions are the same sessions offered last fiscal year and are meant for those POCs who did not take the prior training. The Mandatory Training (No. 24182) will be held from 8 to 9:30 a.m. This session concentrates on the POC responsibilities as listed in LIR 308-00-02.0, Laboratory Records Management, and is a mandatory requirement for all POCs. The Expanded POC Training (No. 24212) will be held from 9:45 a.m. to noon. This session will expand into some records management topics and is not mandatory. There is no cost for these sessions and registration can be done through Virtual Training on the Lab's home page. The sessions will provide interested employees with the basic tools needed to continue to implement this LIR and answers to questions regarding its requirements. For more information, contact Dolores Salazar at dolores@lanl.gov by electronic mail. Updated 4/23/03 Earth Day activities hosted by the Los Alamos Master Gardeners on Saturday The Los Alamos Master Gardeners, a Laboratory sanctioned organization, invites the public to attend the Earth Day activities on Saturday.
Phillips is a noted author, landscape designer and horticulturist focused on native and arid-adapted plants. She will speak on the process of creating water conservative gardens on undeveloped sites and renovating existing landscaped to be more water wise. A book signing and sales will follow the presentation. The seedlings intended for distribution as part of Earth Day Celebration
will not arrive on time. The tree and shrub seedling give-away has been
rescheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday (May 3), at the Demonstration Garden
(southeast corner of Oppenheimer and Central). For more information, contact Janine Fales a 5-2222. Updated 4/23/03 Family Strengths Network news
All activities take place at the Family Resource Center, unless otherwise specified. For more information or to register, call 662-4515. Updated 4/22/03 Wellness Center offers Change of Habit class Change of Habit is a one hour commitment for a lifetime of effective health behavior change strategies. Participants will complete self-assessments for determining their readiness for change and learn techniques for achieving individual health goals. Class is from noon to 1 p.m., Thursday (April 24), at the Wellness Center Room 106. Fee: $13, to cover purchase of required course book: Changing for Good. (Bring check payable to Wellness Center on the day of class.) Health Promotion classes are open to the entire Laboratory work force. Register online at http://www.wellness.lanl.gov/svc/classes/hp/hp_sch.htm or call the Wellness Center at 7-7166. Updated 4/17/03 "Marketing for Program Development" scheduled June 11-12 Training and Development (HR-TD) is conducting a marketing course June 11 and 12. The course addresses key marketing issues of budget trends; identifying opportunities; establishing credibility; finding champions; and reducing the risk of unexpected negative reactions from within the bureaucracy. The workshop is designed to deal with the unique marketing environment, perspectives and politics of the government arena. The course provides a simple and efficient, step-by-step process to minimize the time and effort of developing proposals. Finally, there is a six-hour segment on creating winning marketing plans. For more information and registration, go to http://www.hr.lanl.gov/TIOCourses/TIOSession.asp?CourseSession=250190002 or call Harry Thomas of HR-TD at 7-4002. Updated 4/17/03 FLIR Systems open house on April 30 FLIR Systems will be holding an open house from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 30 at the Los Alamos Inn. On display will be equipment used for research and development as well as systems and software used in Predictive and Preventative Maintenance applications. FLIR's open house provides an excellent venue to keep current with the latest in IR camera advancements and application trends. A representative of Karl Storz Optical Systems will be demonstrating and displaying the latest remote visual inspection and evaluation equipment To register or for more information, call Steven Oberstein of FLIR Systems at 1-866-837-3242 or write to steve.oberstein@flir.com by electronic mail. Updated 4/17/03 CNM North Mesa Riders needs volunteers The Challenge New Mexcico North Mesa Riders is looking for people who would like to volunteer in the horseback riding for the handicapped program. Volunteer activities include walking beside riders to support them on the horse, leading the horse and helping with general program activities and administration. CNM North Mesa Riders provides equine-oriented activities, in conformance with guidelines established by the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, to make a positive contribution to Los Alamos County and northern New Mexico community members who face physical, emotional, social and mental challenges. The program also strives to provide students, volunteers and community with a better understanding and appreciation of how horses and all animals contribute to the well being of people. Volunteers are required to attend a two-hour training session. The next training sessions is at 10 a.m., Saturday (April 26) at the north mesa stables. Additional training programs may be scheduled. Volunteers choose to serve in one or two hour riding sessions at 4 or 6 p.m. on Tuesday's or Thursday's (actual times still being developed) or also possibly on Wednesday's at the same times. To sign up or for more information, contact Sue Bargeloh at 7-8036. Updated 4/24/03 Sangre de Cristo Chorale closes its 25th concert season with Spinning Silver into Gold The 40-voice Sangre de Cristo Chorale, under the direction of Sheldon Kalberg and accompanied by Cindy Little, will close its t25th anniversary concert season with Spinning Silver into Gold. These concerts will present classic masterpieces and favorites, including works by Duruflé, Bach, Busto and others, and featuring Maurice Duruflé's Requiem with organ, harp and cello. The concerts will also feature Randall Thompson's Frostiana, six pieces that showcase the celebrated poetry of Robert Frost. The performances are at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 3, at the United Church in Los Alamos and at 3 p.m., Sunday, May 4 at the Saint Francis Auditorium in Santa Fe. Tickets are available at $15 for regular admission and $10 for senior
citizens and will be available at the door. Advance tickets will also
be available at Brownell's in Los Alamos and at Joni's Hallmark Shop and
Nicholas Potter Bookseller in Santa Fe. Project Management Overview course May 6 at Canyon School complex A one-day project management orientation for Lab workers who supervise project managers or project team members, and for those who sponsor and fund projects is scheduled for May 6 at the Canyon School complex. Participants will learn about the processes and necessary sequence of events that lead to successful projects. They also will learn effective methods for communicating about project status, problems, and adjustments to project schedules, scope and budgets. To register for the class, go to http://www.hr.lanl.gov/TIOCourses/TIOSession.asp?CourseSession=72570020 online. For more information, contact Harry Thomas of Training and Development (HR-TD) at 7-4002 or write to hthomas@lanl.gov by electronic mail. Updated 4/3/03 Family YMCA registering children from afternoon adventures, summer camp programs The Los Alamos Family YMCA, a Laboratory sanctioned organization, is now registering children from its Afternoon Adventures and Summer Camp 2003 programs. Registration begins April 7 and ends May 2. During this time period only, the Family YMCA will waive the regular registration fee for the programs. After this time period, the $25 registration fee is in effect. The Afternoon Adventures program provides children a fun, safe, supervised environment for activities. It is offered at every elementary school in Los Alamos and White Rock. Summer Camp 2003 is from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at Aspen Elementary School, beginning June 2 and ending Aug. 27. Camp includes two snacks per day, field trips, guest speakers, arts and crafts, hiking, swimming, indoor rock climbing and other activities. Registration forms are available at the Los Alamos Family YMCA located at 1450 Iris St. downtown. For more information, contact Michelle Hennigar at 662-3100. Updated 4/2/03 YMCA bench press contest registration underway The Los Alamos Family YMCA is now registering contestants for its 13th annual bench press contest on May 3. Ribbons will be awarded to the first, second and third place finishers in male and female weight and age categories. Trophies also will be awarded to the top male and female lifters. The cost to enter is $10 for YMCA members, $14 for nonmembers. The first 40 people to sign up will receive a official bench press contest T-shirt. The Los Alamos Family YMCA is a Laboratory sanctioned organization. It is located at 1450 Iris St. downtown. For more information, contact John Marble at 662-3100. Updated 3/28/03 Dog Jog 2003 is on Saturday Family discounts are available. Registration forms are available at http://ladoc.dogbits.com/DogJog/ online or at many local Los Alamos businesses, including Otowi Veterinary Clinic, LA Fitness, Smiths in White Rock, YMCA, Pete's Pets, Animal Clinic of Los Alamos, Curves, Los Alamos National Bank, Hill Diner and many more. For additional information, call 661-9619 or go to http://ladoc.dogbits.com/DogJog/ online. The Dog Jog is a fundraising event for the Friends of the Shelter, a Laboratory sanctioned organization. Updated 3/12/03 Los Alamos Relay For Life is May 16-17 The American Cancer Society will host the seventh annual Relay For Life at Ashley Pond on May 16 and 17. Relay for Life celebrates cancer survivors, remembers those who have lost their battle with cancer, is a way for everyone to fight back against cancer and is a celebration of life. The event starts at 6 p.m. Friday, May 16, with a Survivors' Lap followed by the Angels' Lap for family and care givers. The Luminaria ceremony is scheduled for 9 p.m. The music, contests and entertainment will continue throughout the night and will end at noon on Saturday, May 17. Cancer survivors are invited to a Survivors' Reception. For more information, contact Wynona Holton at 845-0699 or write to wdholto@sandia.gov by electronic mail or Kelly Armijo at kellyarmijo320@hotmail.com by electronic mail Updated 4/16/03 Plutonium Futures conference in July Registration costs $350 if received before June 5. After June 5, the cost is $450. For American Nuclear Society members, the cost is $300 for early registration and $400 after June 5. A call for papers brochure is available at the conference Web site at www.lanl.gov/pu2003 online. For more information, contact Kathy DeLucas of Communication Arts and Services (IM-1) at 5-3618 or write to duke@lanl.gov by electronic mail. Updated 1/9/03 Employees leaving Lab must attend termination presentation Employees who are leaving the Laboratory or changing to casual status must attend a benefits termination presentation held by Benefits (HR-B). The termination presentations are held every Laboratory pay day for University of California Lab employees. Employees who are retiring aren't required to attend a presentation, but rather, they should schedule a meeting with their designated benefits specialist. The presentations begin at 8:30 a.m. in room P280 on the second floor of the Otowi Building at Technical Area 3. Pre-registration is required. Employees should register on line at http://hrcluster.lanl.gov/TIOCourses/TIOAha.asp?CourseNumber=21013 one to two weeks prior to their last scheduled work day to sign up for a benefits termination presentation. Employees also must obtain a departure processing form from Staffing (HR-S) before the presentation. This form is available at http://www.hr.lanl.gov/hrstaffing/Terminations/index.stm online. At the presentation, employees will receive a packet of information about their benefits and savings balances. They will learn about options to continue or convert insurance plans and distribution options for savings funds. Employees who require a sign language interpreter should write to benefits@lanl.gov by e-mail three days in advance of the presentation they plan to attend. Or call the benefits office at 5-3842 (TDD). Because of limited parking, employees should plan to arrive early and/or make alternative transportation arrangements, such as using Johnson Controls Northern New Mexico's ride service. Updated 10/25/02 Found: prescription glasses, gold/violet frame on April 21 between Ad Bldg. and Badge Office. Call 5-6592 to claim. Found: black sweatshirt that reads "In Loving Memory of Richard Ortiz Cricket" at TA-54/1009/101. Contact Dennis at 7-7635 or write to torraco@lanl.gov by electronic mail. Lost: gold bracelet with an xoxoxoxo pattern, with little diamonds in the o's. Very sentimental. If found, please call 7-2738 or write to crandall@lanl.gov by electronic mail. Found: gold earring in Otowi Basement Southeast side Women’s bathroom. Please contact Si West 5-4615 to claim. Lost: prescription glasses at either TA-3, SM-39 or fitness trail area on March 26. No-line bi-focals, silver frame in a black soft case. Please call Phil at 5-7523 if found. Found: bifocal glasses in green case at HSR-2. Call 7-7890. Found: Kwikset key (appears to be a house key) at edge of parking lot next to EES-11, TA-3, Bldg. 467, in the vicinity of the Physics Auditorium. There are no markings on the key. Call the S-10 Group office at 5-5237 to claim. Found: keys on March 17 in TA-3 north-east parking lot (east of Diamond Drive); two keys on a key ring, one for a Toyota car. Claim at the Badge Office. Found: prescription glasses in case in parking lot at Central Park Square. To claim, contact Kim at 7-7000. Lost: gold link bracelet with about 7 links. Each link is about 1" in length and has been engraved with a name or initials (Dott, CP, etc.). Bracelet has deep sentimental value. If found, please call Pam at 7-2537 or write to ppoo@lanl.gov by electronic mail. Found: case with drivers license and credit cards at TA-3, Bldg. 38. Please call 7-5658 to identify. Lost: set of keys, five to seven keys including a VW key. If found, call Gail at 5-1291. Lost: keys on Feb. 28, in or around TA-55, Bldg. 66, TA-55 parking lots, north shoulder of Pajarito Road or sidewalk on west side of Diamond Drive. If found, please contact Leslie at 5-5529. Found: Government issued cell phone on Pajarito road. To claim, contact Vince at 5-0383. Found: men's black bolo tie, near Physics Auditorium. Contact Diana at 5-0012. Found: scarf in A-wing of SM-43. To claim, contact 5-1259. 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