Parks and Recreation Department table of contents Mayor
A Message From The Director There is no better place to be than Albuquerque. The Bosque is in its glory, the sky is filled with beautiful balloons, and children are laughing and cheering in parks. I am so proud to be part of this wonderful community and to be able to share with each of you our new Parks & Recreation Program Guide. Inside you will find information about sports, recreation, swimming pools, golf, open space, and cultural events. This comprehensive Guide is a one-stop-shop for park and recreation programs and resources specially made for you! The Guide will be published three times a year (August/December/April) so keep your eyes out for future publications. In the mean time I hope to see you out recreating!
Barbara Baca Director
Richard J. Berry
Council District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 District 7 District 8 District 9
Ken Sanchez Debbie O’ Malley Issac Benton Brad Winter Dan Lewis Rey Garduno, Vice President Micheal D. Cook Trudy Jones Don Harris, President
parks and recreation Advisory Board Jerry Worrall, Chair Amy Elrod-Lahti, Vice-Chair William Kraemer Kelly Gossett Margaret Coombs Carmen Garcia Rebecca Tays Dan Wilkinson Janet Harrington
Department Contacts
Whats inside! Aquatics..............................................3 Outdoor/Youth Recreation...................4 Tennis..................................................8 Sports..................................................1 Golf Pgs.............................................12 Balloon Fiest Park/G.T.C...................14 Open Space.......................................15 Community Centers...........................16 Cultural Services...............................17
Parks and Recreation Barbara Baca, Director (505) 768-5300-TTY # 505.768.5334 http://www.cabq.gov/parks Family & Community Services Robin Dozier Otten, Director (505) 768-2860 http://www.cabq/family Cultural Services Department Beatriz (Betty) Rivera, Director 505.768.3556 http://www.cabq.gov/cultural-services
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Parks and Recreation Department aQUATICS Early bird swimming Early morning open lanes available for swimmers of all ages to swim laps. *Monday-Friday all year *6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. All indoor City pools (West Mesa Aquatic Center, Highland, Los Altos, Sandia, Valley) *Cost of admission There is no registration date for early bird swimming n/a
Noon Swim Daily Admission Rates (monthly) 5 years and younger - $.25 ($3.00) 6-12 - $1.50 ($13.00) 13-17 - $2.00 ($19.00) 18-54 - $2.25 ($23.00) 55+ - $0.75 ($9.00) Spectator - $0.75 Family (2 adult, up to 6 children) - ($45.00) West Mesa Aquatic Center Daily Admission Rates (monthly) 5 years and younger - $.50 ($5.00) 6-12 - $2.00 ($20.00) 13-17 - $2.50 ($25.00) 18-54 - $3.00 ($30.00) 55+ - $1.00 ($10.00) Spectator - $1.00 Family - ($50.00) East San Jose Daily Admission Rates (monthly) 5 years and younger - $25 6-12 - $0.50 13-17 - $1.00 18-54 - $1.50 55+ - $1.50 Spectator - $0.50 Family - $0.50
Mid-day open lanes available for swimmers of all ages to swim laps Monday-Friday mid-August – late May 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. (Highland) 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Los Altos) Highland and Los Altos *Cost of Admission There is no registration date for noon-swim n/a
recreational swimming Open swin for swimmers for all ages Monday-Friday 6:00p.m-8:00p.m (West Mesa Aquatic Center, Sandia, Highland) 7:00p.m-8:00p.m (Los Altos,Valley) Cost of Admission No Registration Necessary
Annual Pass (All Facilities) 5 years and younger - $20.00 6-12 - $90.00 13-17 - $130.00 18-54 - $160.00 55+ - $60.00 Spectator - $0.50 Family - (2 adult, up to 6 children) - ($250.00)
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Parks and Recreation Department Aquatics Fall Swin Lessons
Water Aerobics
A fun safe way for children to learn to swim.
Low impact aerobic exercise done completely in the water. This program focuses on cardio and muscle strengthening.
West Mesa Aquatic Center (505)836-8718
Highland (505)256-2906 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. $2.50/class No registration is necessary
August 23rd - September 15th Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. Cost: $25.00/child Registration: Opens Monday July 25 September 20th - October 13th Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.
Los Altos Pool (505)291-6290 Monday - Friday (morning) Monday Thursday (evening) 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Cost: $2.50 per class No registration is necessary
Cost: $25.00/child Registration: Opens Monday July 25 Sandia Pool (505)291-6279 August 22nd - September 14th Mondays and Wednesdays 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. Cost: $25.00/child Registration: Opens Monday July 25 September 19th - October 12th Mondays and Wednesdays 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.
Valley Pool (505)761-4086 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost: $2.50 per class No registration is necessary
West Mesa Aquatic Center Monday, Wednesday, Friday (morning) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (evening) 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost : $2.50 per class No registration is necessary Low Impact Less strenuous, low impact, therapeutic exercise. This program focuses on joint movement and range of motion.
Cost: $25.00/child Lost Altos Pool Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Cost: $2.50 per class No registration is necessary
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Parks and Recreation Department YOuth Recreation NM(X) @ 508 FALL PROGRAMS Programs start the week of Sept. 6, 2011 Classes Tuesday thru Thursday, 4 -8 p.m., Saturday Noon-6 p.m. All classes $25 for the entire semester. Some classes may have additional costs.
Music * Rockstar 201 (live and recording workshop) w/ Project Music NM – Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. – Clubside space
Theater * Project Love performance workshop w/ Pippa Flemming – Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. – Warehouse space
Visual Arts Fall Program Classes Dance * Ballet Folklorico w/ Caro – Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.; Fridays, 4-6 p.m. – Clubside space * Capoeira (Brazilian dance/martial arts) w/ Victor Murrell – Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.; Saturdays, Noon-2 p.m. – Warehouse space * Urban & Funk Fusion (Girls only) w/ B-Girl Sassy – Wednesdays 6-8 p.m. – Clubside space
Graphic Arts * Intro to Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator & Bridge) – Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. – MacShak computer lab
* FVNM Filmmaking Academy w/ Christopher Roybal – Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m. – MacShak computer lab * Urban Art mural program w/ John Lorne – Saturdays, Noon-3 p.m. – Warehouse art space
want more! * Open Studio – Saturdays, Noon-4 p.m. (by appointment only – schedule at warehouse508.org) * Youth Creative Crew (508’s youth governing group) – Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. (youth 12-20, just show and participate!) * 508 Press open lab (508’s media collective) – Fridays, 4-6 p.m. (contact Valeria Ojeda or Justin Jew to participate) * Thirsty for Breaks (open breakdance night) – Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. (Come out and practice your breakin’ and popin’ moves)
Literary Arts * Sharpening the Pen poetry w/ John “Survivor” Blake – Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.; Saturdays, Noon-2 p.m. – MacShak computer lab
Need More NM(X) @ 508 Information: Visit our website at www. warehouse508. org or contact Kenn Rodriguez at 505.353.2231
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Parks and Recreation Department Daily Rates & Passes Court Fees: $2.00/person/2hrs days $1.50/person/2hrs day (Sr.-60 and over) $1.00/person/2hrs day (Jr.-under 19) Passes: Monthly Fee Adults $30.00 Seniors $20.00 Juniors $15.00
Yearly Fee $150.00 $100.00 $50.00
Fall Lessons Fall tennis lessons for juniors (min. age 5 yrs old) and adults will take place at the Jerry Cline and Sierra Vista Tennis Centers at the days and times listed below. Registration will begin on Monday, August 1st (during normal business hours) at those sites and will continue through the fall. Not all skill and age levels are available every hour.
saturday junior match play Tennis Site
Description
Dates
Times
Cost
Jerry Cline
This is for any player who is able to play matches and able to play matches and keep score on their own. (Call Bob Curtis for more info).
Begins Sept. 10th and continue through the fall
1:30-3:00 p.m
$2.00 daily
Jerry Cline
Quick Start: For young players not yet ready for full tennis, but have some training. Mini nets and foam balls are used. (Call and talk to Bob Curtis).
Begins Sept. 10th and continue through the fall
1:30-3:00 p.m
$2.00 daily
Jerry Cline Morning Drop-in Days: Monday through Friday. Time: Players sign in between 8:05 and 8:20 a.m. (May through September), and at 8.30 a.m. October through April. The last to arrive may have to begin with singles or the ball machine, so one should arrive on the early side if possible. Players have a choice of playing one, two, or three rounds. Jerry Cline Evening Drop-in: Monday and Wednesdays. (6:00 p.m.) Start Time: 1st round begins as players arrive shortly before 6 to about 6:15 p.m. Players have a choice to play one round until 6:40, Two rounds to 7:15, or three rounds until 8:00 p.m. Sierra Vista Sunday morning Drop In: Start Time: 8:30 a.m. (arrive early to insure a spot). Call Sierra Vista for more information at 897-8815. For more information on the City of Albuquerque Tennis Program, please call 764-510 TTY 768-2475.
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Parks and Recreation Department Adult drop-in Adult Drop In is a (primarily) doubles, non-competitive league for the 3.0 level and above player (see the days and times listed below). Players can choose to play on, tow, or three rounds (balls included). One should arrive to insure a spot. Please call Jerry Cline at (505)848-1381 or Sierra Vista at (505)897-8815 for information. Dates/Descriptio
Days Held
Times
Jerry Cline
May-September
Monday-Friday a.m.
8:05-10:30 a.m.
$3.00 daily
Jerry Cline
October-April
Monday-Friday a.m.
8:30-11:00 a.m.
$3.00 daily
Jerry Cline
Year Round
6:00-8:00 p.m.
$3.00 daily
8:30-10:30 a.m.
$3.00 daily
Tennis Site
Sierra Vista
Monday-Wednesday a.m.
Year Round Limited Courts: Please arrive early if possible
Sundays
Cost
ball machine Both Sierra Vista and The Jerry Cline Tennis Center have a ball machine rentals. The cost is $8.00 per hour. Please call first to reserve your time
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Parks and Recreation Department SPorts Adult Sports leagues Registration for three sports to be held in the fall: Fall Adult Softball (July11 to July 29 2011) Flag Adult Football (July 11 to July 29 2011) Adult basketball (August 29 to Sept. 23 2011) Registration for Spring Adult Softball (Jan 9 to Feb 3 2012) Spring Adult Flag Football (Jan 9 to Feb 3 2012) Summer Adult Softball ( Jan 30 to Mar 2 2012) Ask us about Senior Softball! Registration and information: Call 291-6239 or 311
WAKA Co-ed Adult Kickball Mesa League plays Thursday 6-8PM at Vietnam Vets Softball Fields Sandia League plays Sunday 1-3PM at Bullhead Park You can register as an individual, small group, or full team. K. Hans Frohreich hans@kickball.com www.kickball.com/nmmesa 505-553-4800
Zia Futbol Youth Soccer: Children 4-13 2011 is our 5 year anniversary of providing kids the opportunity to have fun. For more info or to register online, please visit www.ziafc.net or 505-263-1312
Community Contacts Stars Soccer League P.O. Box 66746, Albuquerque, NM 87193 505-899-1666 www.allstaryouth.com All-Star Youth P.O. Box 9942, Albuquerque, NM 87119 505-899-1666 www.allstaryouth.com Offering: Youth ages 4 to 15 classes in Karate, Cheerleading, Hip Hop Dancing SportsMix.org ph: (505) 999.1037 email: admin@sportsmixnm.com web: www.SportsMix.org
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Parks and Recreation Department Balloon fiesta park Reserving Balloon Fiesta Park For gatherings large and small, Balloon Fiesta Park is a great venue! Much of the park has excellent access to utilities and parking is plentiful. Use of the park is restricted in August; approval can be granted on a case-by-case basis. The park is closed September and October of each year for the annual Balloon Fiesta. www.cabq.gov/parks/balloonfiesta Rental Details For events with anticipated of up to 3,000 people, there is a $35 non-refundable application fee for reserving the park. For events of more than 3,000 participants, there is a $100 non-refundable fee. Insurance may also be required. Rental applications must be received at least 45 days before your event or 30 days for a small events. An expeditated application fee maybe charged. Some events require additional review and approval by other City departments or the Balloon Fiesta Park Commission. Staff can schedule an appointment with the City Special Event Permit Committee and the Balloon Fiesta Park Commission. To reserve the Park or for additional information call (505)768-5353 or 311
golf training center The Golf Training Center is located at the Balloon Fiesta Park has a lit driving range, a Par 3 Course, and Pro Shop Where you can take lessons or brush up on your skills. The Training Center will reopen November 1st with youth camps, lessons and weekly specials. For additional information call (505)897-8497 or 311. November - December Events: *Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday - Sunday (times depend upon weather/temperature). Weekend Summer Youth Camps (dates and times T.B.D.) *weekend golf lessons for home school kids. *Wednesday golf lessons for home school kids. *Wednesday is Senior Day- Buy one small bucket of balls recieved one small bucket free. *Individual golf lessons are avaible upon request by calling A.G.T.C. @ (505)857-8437. *Fall golf packages for Middle and High Schools from 4:00-6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
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Parks and Recreation Department OPen Space Upcoming Events Geocache event for National Public Lands Day on September 24 at the Route 66 Open Space. This event will be a "Cache in Trash Out" event which combines geocaching with a trash cleanup. Dia del Rio on October 15. This is a volunteer focused on the Rio Grande Bosque. We will be working with volunteers to build trails and cleanup trash.
About Open Space Division Open Space works to acquire and protect the natural character of land designated as major public Open Space in the 1988 revised City of Albuquerque Comprehensive Plan. These lands, which are more than 28,000 acres in and around Albuquerque, are managed to conserve natural and archaeological resources, provide opportunities for outdoor education, provide a place for high and low impact recreation, and define the edges of the urban environment. Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department patrol Open Space areas by foot, vehicle, horseback, and mountain bicycle. These fully commissioned law enforcement officers make contact with the public to educate and oversee compliance with rules and regulations. Their dual mission is to protect the Open Space lands and resources while ensuring a safe and enjoyable visit. In addition to these officers, Open Space lands are regularly monitored by volunteers, who are trained to observe and protect the natural characteristics of the environment.
Need More Information For a list of Open Space events for the remainder of the year. Join us at our webpage with the events at our Open Space Visitor Center: http://www.cabq.gov/openspace/calendarofevents.html
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Parks and Recreation Department comunity centers Herman Sanchez Community Center (S.E) Formerly East San Jose Community Center 1830 William St. SE 87102 Trumbull Ave. & William St. Phone: (505) 848-1336 FAX: (505) 764-1787 Alamosa Community Center (S.W) 6900 Gonzales Rd. SW 87121 Coors Blvd. & Bridge St. Phone: (505) 836-8760 FAX: (505) 836-8761 Barelas Community Center (S.W) 801 Barelas Rd. SW 87102 Atlantic Ave. & 8th St. Phone: (505) 848-1343 FAX: (505) 764-1536 Cesar Chavez Community Center (S.E) 7505 Kathryn SE 87108 Louisiana Blvd. & Kathryn Ave. Phone: (505) 256-2680 FAX: (505) 256-2686 Dennis Chavez Community Center (S.E) 715 Kathryn SE 87102 Kathryn Ave. & Walter St. Phone: (505) 848-1341 FAX: (505) 764-6817 Don Newton/Taylor Ranch Community Center (N.W) 4900 Kachina St. NW 87120 Montano Rd. & Kachina St. Phone: (505) 768-6006 FAX: (505) 768-6009 Heights Community Center (S>E) 823 Buena Vista Dr. SE 87106 Coal Ave. & Buena Vista Dr. Phone: (505) 848-1334 FAX: (505) 764-6827 Herman Sanchez Community Center (S.E) Formerly East San Jose Community Center 1830 William St. SE 87102 Trumbull Ave. & William St. Phone: (505) 848-1336 FAX: (505) 764-1787 Herman Sanchez Community Center (S.E) Formerly East San Jose Community Center 1830 William St. SE 87102 Trumbull Ave. & William St. Phone: (505) 848-1336 FAX: (505) 764-1787
Holiday Park Center (N.E) 11710 Comanche Rd. NE 87111 Juan Tabo Blvd. & Comanche Rd. Phone: (505) 291-6289 FAX: (505) 291-6202 Isshin Ryu Karate (S.E) 1314 Gibson Blvd. SE 87106 I-25 & Gibson Blvd. Phone: (505) 764-1721 FAX: (505) 244-6636 Jack Candelaria Community Center (S.E) 400 San Jose Ave. SE 87102 San Jose Ave. & Broadway Blvd. Center: (505) 848-1325 Boxing Gym: (505) 848-1324 FAX: (505) 244-6613 Jeanne Bellamah Center (N.E) 11516 Summer Ave. NE 87112 Tomasita St. & Lomas Blvd. Phone: (505) 291-6253 FAX: (505) 291-6273 Loma Linda Community Center/Therapeutic Recreation Program (S.E) 1700 Yale Blvd. SE 87106 Yale Blvd. & Gibson Blvd. Phone: (505) 764-1525 FAX: (505) 764-1579 Los Duranes Community Center (N.W) 2920 Leopoldo Rd. NW 87104 Rio Grande Blvd. & Rice Ave. Phone: (505) 848-1338 FAX: (505) 764-1753 McKinley Community Center (N.E) 3401 Monroe St. NE 87110 Comanche Rd. & Monroe St. Phone: (505) 888-8183 FAX: (505) 880-2804 Mesa Verde Community Center (N.E) 7900 Marquette Ave. NE 87108 Marquette Ave. & Tennessee St. Phone: (505) 256-2091 FAX: (505) 256-2087
Pat Hurley Center (N>E) 3928 Rincon Rd. NW 87105 Rincon Rd. & Bluewater Rd. Phone: (505) 836-8810 FAX: (505) 836-8813 Singing Arrow Community Center (S>E) 13001 Singing Arrow Rd. SE 87123 Dorado Pl. & Singing Arrow Rd. Phone: (505) 291-6200 FAX: (505) 291-6229 Snow Park Center (N.E) 9501 Indian School Rd. NE 87112 Eubank Blvd. & Indian School Rd. Phone: (505) 332-5250 FAX: (505) 332-5252 Thomas Bell Community Center (S.E) 3001 University Blvd. SE 87106 University Blvd. & Gibson Blvd. Phone: (505) 848-1332 FAX: (505) 244-6632 Valle del Norte Community Center (N,W) 1812 Candelaria Rd. NW 87105 Candelaria Rd. & Rio Grande Blvd. Phone: (505) 342-1322 FAX: (505) 342-1312 Wells Park Community Center (N.W) 500 Mountain Rd. NW 87102 5th St. & Mountain Rd. Phone: (505) 848-1390 FAX: (505) 848-1357 Westgate Community Center (S.W) 1400 Snow Vista Blvd. SW 87121 98th St. & Benavides Ave. Phone: (505) 836-8723 FAX: (505) 836-8721 West Mesa Community Center (N.W) 5500 Glenrio Rd. NW 87105 Coors Blvd. & Glenrio Rd. Phone: (505) 836-3487 FAX: (505) 836-3056 Whittier Center (S.Et) 1100 Quincy St. SE 87108 Kathryn Ave. & San Mateo Blvd. Phone: (505) 256-2093 FAX: (505) 256-2018
More information please contact: cabq.gov/commuity centers
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Parks and Recreation Department cultural services PUBLIC ART The Arts Board (the appointed body that makes the majority of the decisions for the Public Art Program) meets every second Wednesday of the month at 4pm in room 7026 on the 7th floor of old city hall. The public is welcome to attend. The link to our arts board and staff info is http://www.cabq.gov/publicart/board-staff
Hillerman Library Stitch Club If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or any other stitching type craft you are invited to join our drop-in stitching club at Tony Hillerman Library every Tuesday, 11 a.m. Date: July 5th. Mystery Book Club at Cherry Hills Library Join us on the first Tuesday of every month at the Cherry Hills Library 6-7:30pm. For more information call (505) 857-8321. Date: July 5th.
Subscribe to the Public Art Urban Enhancement E-Newsletter to get the latest on public art and other city supported cultural programs. http://www.cabq.gov/publicart/e-newsletter-archive
Master Gardeners @ Cherry Hills Have a gardening question? Master Gardeners will be at Cherry Hills Library twice a month from 10-3pm. Date: July 9th.
Schedule an informative Public Art Slide Show and talk during your club’s meeting or program. Once a month the Public Art Program offers civic clubs and organizations a 1 hour slide show and lecture about public art in Albuquerque. Schedule a public art presentation for your group by calling Becky Holtzman at 505-768-3676.
Taylor Ranch Branch Reading Group The Taylor Ranch Branch Reading Group meets on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 2-3:30pm. Check out what we are reading at http://libguides/cabq.gov/tr. Date: July 9th.
Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries Preschool Passport at Juan Tabo Library Passport is a traditional storytime for 3-5 year olds every Friday at 11am. Juan Tabo Library Children’s Area. A Good Yarn at Taylor Ranch Library If you enjoy knitting, crocheting or other needle craft, join our weekly drop in stitch group. All ages and skill levels. The 1st Fridays of every month. 2-3:30pm. Chess Club at Cherry Hills Library Learn chess with coach Rod Avery 1-3pm. All ages welcome, no sign up required. For more info call (505) 857-8321. Date: July 2nd. Location: Cherry Hills Community Meeting Room. Sandia Stitch 'n Time at East Mountain Library An afternoon of needlework group at the East Mountain Library. 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month. 1-3pm. An Itch to Stitch at Cherry Hills Library Do you have an itch to knit, crochet, embroider, or needle craft? All ages & skill levels welcome! For more information call (505) 857-8321. Date July 5th. Time: 10-12pm. Location: Cherry Hills Library. For adults.
Bookworms: Eleanor Roosevelt BiographyChoose any biography of Eleanor Roosevelt to discuss! July 12th. 1:30-2:30pm. Juan Tabo Library Children’s area. July 13, 2011Family Fun @ the KiMo Theater TBA 10 a.m. $5.00 Early Birds at Los Griegos Library (ages 0-3) Early Birds helps develop children’s early literacy skills in a fun environment using books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. Every Wednesday at 11:15am at Los Griegos Library. For more information call (505) 761-4020. Date: July 13th. Erna Fergusson Book Club Book Club meets the 3rd Monday of every month from 6-7:30pm. Date: July 18th. Family Movie Matinee at East Mountain Library Join us for a family movie on the 4th Thursday of every month. Please call (5050) 281-8508 for movie titles. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Date: July 28th. Lomas Tramway Library Book Club Read and discuss a variety of fiction and non fiction books. Call (505) 2916295 for current book title. Date: August 3rd. 2-3:25pm. Meets the 1st Wednesday of every month. Stitch Along at East Mountain Library Ages 5-15 explore the world of embroidery. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call (505) 281-8508. Date: August 6th. 10:30-12:30pm. East Mountain Children’s Area.
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Parks and Recreation Department cultural services CONT’D Art Through the Ages: Don't be a square! Try out your skills as modern geometric painter Piet Mondrian! Art Through the Ages takes place on the 1st Saturday of every month. 1-3pm. Juan Tabo Library. Date: August 6th. Xeriscape and Landscape Conversion Seminars at Cherry Hills Library Learn about xeriscape principles, plant selection, design strategies, drip irrigation. August 13th. 11-12pm. Cherry Hills Library. Adult Storytime at Lomas Tramway Library Who says storytime is just for children? Join us quarterly on the 3rd Friday of every month as a library staff member reads aloud to an adult audience. Date: August 16th. 10:30-11:30am. Poetry Circle @ Cherry Hills Library The Poetry Circle is a poetry discussion group that meets quarterly at the Cherry Hills Libarary. Date: October 19th. 3-4:30pm.
ABQ BioPark August 27 – Elephant Conservation Day at Zoo, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. August 27/28 – African Violet Show & Sale at Botanic Garden Sept 3 – International Vulture Awareness Day at Zoo, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Sept 8 – Brown Bag Seminar at Zoo, 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. Sept 9 – Touchpool Volunteer Training at Aquarium, 9:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Sept 10 – Brown Bag Seminar at Zoo 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. Sept 13 – Greeter Training at Aquarium/Botanic Garden, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sept 26 – Destination Dinner: Australian Walkabout at Zoo, 7 – 9 p.m. $ Sept 30/Oct1 – Overnight at Aquarium, 7 p.m. - 8 a.m., $ Oct 1 – Brown Bag Seminar at Botanic Garden, 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. Oct 6 – Brown Bag Seminar at Botanic Garden, 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. Oct 8 - 9 – Harvest Festival at Botanic Garden, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. daily Oct 14/15 – Overnight at Aquarium, 7 p.m. - 8 a.m., $ Oct 15/16 – Train Tracks in your garden Train Show Oct 19 – Horticulture Volunteer Orientation at Botanic Garden, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Arts in the Park Arts in the Park features a variety of music, dance, theater and arts in neighborhood parks on Sundays. Take a blanket and the family and enjoy the activities and show. Art and food is on site to purchase. Time: 1 – 5 p.m. Admission: Free Sept. 11 – NM Veterans Memorial Park, 1100 Louisiana *Arts in the Park Sept. 18 – Balloon Museum Park, 9201 Balloon Museum Drive NE Featuring: The Real Matt Jones, Asper Kourt, and Sage Harrington. *Arts in the Park Sept. 25 – Carlos Rey Park, 10601 Benavides Rd SW Featuring Mezcla Latina and The Electric Edric Project *Arts in the Park Oct. 2 – El Oso Grande Park, 10600 Osuna Rd NE. Featuring: The Chuck Hawley Group and Rhythm and 53rd SE Program TBD
Four Centuries: A History of Albuquerque Albuquerque Museum of Art & History Lower Gallery Through December 2011 This on-going exhibit depicts the history of Albuquerque and its surrounding region. Topics to explore include early maps, arms and armor, Spanish weaving, colonial life, vaqueros, and trade routes such as El Camino Real and the Santa Fe Trail. This comprehensive exhibition allows students to “walk through history.” Four Centuries is a portrayal of Albuquerque history that supports district standards in social studies and promotes appreciation of our cultural heritage.
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Parks and Recreation Department cultural services Hispanic Arts of New Mexico Albuquerque Museum of Art & History North Gallery September 18, 2011 - January 8, 2012 Featuring items from one of the finest collections of Spanish Colonial arts, this exhibit will include santos (Catholic folk images of saints), textiles, straw appliqué, furniture and wood carving, and tinwork. The exhibit will include a history and objects from the 18th and 19th centuries to works by contemporary artists.
Miniatures & More 2011 Albuquerque Museum of Art & History West Gallery October 23, 2011 – December 4, 2011
Icons of Albuquerque History Albuquerque Museum of Art & History December 23, 2011-January 2013 This exhibit features more than fifty of Albuquerque's iconic artifacts representing more than 700 years of history in the Central Rio Grande Valley. Icons also tells the story of the Civil War in Albuquerque, which was occupied by the Confederates 150 years ago, between February and April, 1862.
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum May 2011-January 2012- Special Centennial Exhibit: A Century of High Flying: Science, Space and Sport. This new special exhibition will explore the many interesting roles lighter than air craft have played in the State of New Mexico -in tourism, top secret projects, stratospheric research, aerospace medicine, fine art and popular culture. Oct 1-9 LighterThan Air Fair: Lots of Fun & Interactive activities will be located at the Balloon Museum during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The museum opens at 6am during the Fiesta.
South Broadway Cultural Center
The South Broadway Cultural Center has two longstanding annual art exhibits: La Guadalupana and Dia de los Muertos. Our Lady of Guadalupe Fiesta will start on December 10, 2011 after the evening mass with at artists’ reception at the South Broadway Cultural center from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Day of the Dead (Spanish: Dia de los Muertos) This years Dia De Los Muertos exhibit runs from October 30th –November 23rd, 2011 with an artist reception on Sunday, October 30th from 2 p.m. –5 p.m.
Old Town/New Fun May-October Old Town Artscrawl has been a staple of the Albuquerque art scene since 1990 and now takes place beginning at 5pm every First Friday throughout the city and on the third Friday in select neighborhoods. Upcoming Old Town Artscrawls are scheduled for these dates: September 16, 2011 The 7th Annual Old Town Salsa Fiesta, dubbed A Hot Time in Old Town, is moving from its usual early-to-mid-August date to Saturday, September 24th this year. 10th Annual Santero Market at San Felipe de Neri Parish October 1-2, 2011. Santero Market is an entertaining and fun filled public event. This year’s market will feature 40 artists from throughout New Mexico, showcasing primarily traditional Spanish religious art. This year’s market will include an Artist Lecture at 2:00pm on Sunday October 2rd. Market hours are Saturday 8am – 6pm and Sunday 8am – 5 pm. Additional information is available at www.sanfelipedeneri.org (special events), or by contacting the San Felipe de Neri parish office at 243-4628.
www.cabq.gov/cultural-services
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Parks and Recreation Department
www.cabq.gov/recreation