| Neighborhood Pollinator Initiative Seeks to Increase Bee Population with Native Pollinator Plants
The Nob Hill, Spruce Park and Pueblo Alto Neighborhoods are teaming up to create a Neighborhood Pollinator project, and you're invited to participate! The project aims to increase the planting of pollinator plants and flowers, preferably native plants, and as a result, also increase the bee and butterfly populations in the city of Albuquerque. Throughout 2022, a variety of trainings and activities, including cooking classes, drought-tolerant planting classes, and neighborhood plant giveaways are planned. If you are interested in participating as a neighborhood resident, or want to start your own neighborhood pollinator program in your area, contact Anita Amstutz at: afasinger@gmail.com or visit: http://thinklikeabee.org/. |
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| Central and Yale Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Public Meeting Coming Up in February
The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) is considering designating the Central and Yale corridors of the University and Silver Hill neighborhoods as a Metropolitan Redevelopment Area. We are inviting community members, business owners, and other stakeholders to attend our first Public Meeting on Wednesday, February 2 at 5:30 p.m. to review the Draft Designation Report and provide feedback on the proposed boundaries. Register for the Zoom here: https://cabq.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkde2trDgjGNYUGGWe1W1mdR8cx35K050k. For more information, visit cabq.gov/universitymra. |
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| First Free Wednesday Coming Up at Albuquerque Museum
Did you know that the first Wednesday of every month is free at the Albuquerque Museum between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.? This Wednesday, February 2 is a great opportunity to check out the current and permanent art exhibits, see what's in the gift shop, and enjoy the sculpture garden. Timed entry, online ticket purchases and masks are required. To learn more about First Free Wednesday at the Museum, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/artsculture/albuquerque-museum/events/free-first-wednesday |
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| COVID Rapid Test Request Form Available Online
The New Mexico Department of Health has an online form that can be used to request rapid COVID tests for individuals, families, large organizations, clinics, shelters, or other community-focused groups. To order free COVID tests online, visit: https://findatestnm.org/test-order-form.html |
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| Neighborhood Cleanups Offered through Solid Waste Management Department
Did you know that your neighborhood association can sign up for two (2) free neighborhood cleanups per year? Just call 311 and let them know you want to schedule a neighborhood cleanup. Solid Waste will get back to you to find out where you live, how many people will be participating in the clean up, and get you scheduled. Trash bags, gloves and litter grabbers will be provided free of charge, and a Solid Waste truck will pick up all the trash and litter your group collects. Call 311 to schedule your cleanup today. To learn more about Solid Waste programs, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/clean-city-programs |
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| Travel Training Program for Kids K-12 Available Through ABQ RIDE
Kids in Motion is a hands-on educational program and travel training aimed at teaching children grades K-12 about public transportation and its effect on the environment, as well as the economic benefits of using public transit. If you're a parent, caregiver or teacher who is interested in learning more about this program, contact Nick Manole at: nmanole@cabq.gov or visit: www.cabq.gov/transit/transit-programs-projects/travel-training. |
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| Children's Grief Center Offering Free Webinar on Helping Families Through Grief
The Children's Grief Center, a local non-profit organization that offers free counseling and other resources to kids and families who have lost a parent, is offering a free webinar Saturday, February 26th, at 10:00 AM via Zoom. The Grieving Children, Grieving Families webinar will offer help for families and parents who are experiencing grief while helping their children go through the grieving process as well. With simple strategies to help connect with your family during this difficult and painful time, Parenting Through Grief provides the comfort of knowing you can still parent with confidence and love. To register for this free webinar, visit: https://childrensgrief.org/events-page/grieving-children-grieving-families-workshop/ |
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| John Adams Middle School Hosting Career Day and Seeking Small Business Owners to Participate
Next month, John Adams Middle School will host a Career Day event and is seeking participants. On Wednesday March 16, teachers will bring students to the school gym with their prepared questions and a pen or pencil on hand. Participants from a variety of professional backgrounds, including small business owners, are sought to share their experiences with the students. The following are particularly asked to consider participation: - Small Business Owners
- Colleges
- Film
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Military
- Trade Schools
- Lawyer
- Government Workers
- Culinary Arts
- Hair and Makeup
- Real Estate
- Medical
- Construction
- Tech/Media
- Arts
- Video Game design
If you or someone you know is interested in being part of this fun and educational event, contact
Anamagarita Otero, Community School Coordinator, at: ana.otero@aps.edu. |
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| ONC Lunch and Learn on
I-25/Comanche Project Available on YouTube
The Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)'s Lunch and Learn with the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) on the upcoming I-25/Comanche Improvement Project is now available online at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLOnnh3kVSo. The discussion covered an overview of the project, and potential impacts on traffic and adjacent neighborhoods. The public is encouraged to sign up early for construction updates at: https://www.i25improved.com/. |
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