BY MAIRE O’NEILL
maire@losalamosreporter.com
A murder mystery event in Los Alamos is quite a novelty, but the “Murder on the Hill” murder mystery silent auction event being presented by Los Alamos High School NJROTC at 7 p.m. this evening, Saturday, July 27 at Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center promises something unique and entertaining.
Hors d’oeuvres, from La Cantina in Los Alamos, promise a tasty variety with something for everyone. Beverages will be provided by NJROTC.
The list of Items to bid on for the silent auction sound like a cut above the usual types of items offered. Donors include:
Four Seasons Resort, Santa Fe
https://www.fourseasons.com/santafe/
Ryan Finn Jazz Band
Todd Winters Gallery
https://www.wintersgallery.com/
LAHS Auto Shop
Meow Wolf
https://meowwolf.com/visit/santa-fe
Teca Tu – A Pawsworthy Pet Emporium
https://www.tecatu.com/
Items from various restaurants and breweries
Jewelry
Tickets may be ordered by using the QR codes above or purchased at the door. Cost is $41 for one person and $74 for two people.
LAHS NJROTC is raising money to donate to Mission22 to support the prevention of veteran suicide. Proceeds from this event will be added to funds raised during their 2nd Annual Til Valhalla 5K and Fun Run on Sept. 14. Last year, the unit made a $7500 donation to Mission22. The link to sign up for the run go to https://runsignup.com/Race/NM/LosAlamos/tilValhalla5kandFunRun
Veteran suicide is a well-known national crisis. It is estimated that an average of 22 veterans commit suicide each day. Please consider donating to this fundraiser even if you are unable to attending this evening’s event. For more information, email a.ayers@laschools.net.
Betty Ehart Senior Center is located at 1101 Bathtub Row in Los Alamos.