Treecycling Starting This Wednesday

The Solid Waste Management Department, Parks and Recreation, and PNM will recycle Christmas Trees for FREE at three separate locations in Albuquerque beginning Wednesday, Jan. 2 through Thursday, Jan. 13. Click here for more info.

Humanities Council Hosts “Matters of the Heart – Black Art Speaks” Exhibit in January

The New Mexico Humanities Council cordially invites the public to attend “Matters of the Heart – Black Art Speaks,” an exhibit showcasing a wide range of artistic expressions and impressions from life on the African continent, through market slavery in the world, to contemporary manifestations. The opening reception is Friday, Jan. 10, 6:00 p.m., and the exhibit will show through the end of March. To learn more, visit: www.nmhumanities.org

RBdigital Magazine Service Offers Wide Variety of Online Publications

Have you heard of RBDigital Magazine service yet? It’s a really awesome, free service that offers the latest digital editions of magazines and other publications from a wide array of resources. These digital publications can be checked out using your ABQ Library card! Visit:  https://albuquerquenm.rbdigital.com and get caught up on the latest magazines from around the world today!

Neighborhood Association Meetings Around Town

·       West Old Town, Wednesday, Jan. 2 at 6:00 p.m., Los Duranes Community Center. E-mail: bengpl150@comcast.net for more information.

·       Victory Hills, Wednesday, Jan. 2 at 6:30 p.m., Loma Linda Community Center. E-mail: eebrecht@yahoo.com for more information.

·       Downtown Neighborhoods, Wednesday, Jan. 2 at 6:45 p.m., Lew Wallace Elementary. E-mail: holly.siebert@gmail.com for more information.

·       West Side Coalition, Wednesday, Jan. 2 at 7:00 p.m., Don Newton Taylor Ranch Community Center. E-mail: jfworrall@comcast.net for more information.

·       Silver Platinum Downtown, Thursday, Jan. 3 at 5:30 p.m., Imperial Building Community room. E-mail: rc@silverplatinumdowntown.org for more information.

·       Raynolds Addition, Thursday, Jan. 3 at 7:00 p.m., Washington Middle School Library. E-mail: silverlopez@aol.com for more information.

Regional Long-Range Transportation Plan Seeking Public Input

Did you know the region’s long-range transportation plan is currently being updated? The Connections 2040 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), looks at what our transportation needs will be over the next 20 years in response to expected population and employment growth. The Mid-Region Metropolitan Planning Organization seeks opportunities to present information about Connections 2040 MTP to interested neighborhood and community groups. If you would like a presentation to be given to your group, contact Tara Cok at: tcok@mrcog-nm.gov or 505-724-3627.

Tips for Calling 911 vs. 242-COPS (2677)

We may all need to call 911 to report an emergency at some point, but oftentimes, we don’t realize what’s considered an emergency and what’s not. Below are examples of emergencies that should be reported to 911, and examples of non-emergencies that should be reported to 242-COPS.

Emergency 911 – A situation where someone’s life or property is in danger or being threatened, or an in-progress crime.

·       Accident with injuries

·       Attempted suicide

·       Ambulance and/or rescue calls

·       Person injured or bleeding

·       All fire calls

·       Strangers forcibly entering a neighbor’s house or car

·       Strangers carrying appliances, luggage, etc., from a neighbor’s house

·       People with visible weapons preparing to fight

·       If your home has been broken into while you were gone. Note: DO NOT ENTER THE HOUSE ALONE!

·       Shootings, stabbings, armed robberies, and rape

Non-Emergency 242-COPS – a situation where a person’s life or property are not in immediate danger, or where there have been no injuries.

·       Smashed doors or windows in unoccupied house or stores

·       Abandoned car on street

·       People loitering near schools

·       Information or rumors about impending or past crimes

·       “Late” discovery about crimes against people or properties

You can also report a non-emergency crime using the APDMobile app or online at: www.cabq.gov/police/file-a-police-report-online

Senior Centers Offer a Wide Variety of Activities For Those Over 62

Know of a senior citizen who wants to meet new people and learn new things? Our Senior Centers offer a wide variety of fun and educational classes and activities, from men’s basketball to computer literacy, knitting and crocheting to traditional New Mexico wood carving, and much more. To learn about all the activities on offer, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/seniors/events

Cherry Hills Library Offers Great Resources, Fun Events and Educational Programs

Have you visited the Cherry Hills Library lately? If not, you’re missing out on some fun programs for kids, adults, and families alike! There is a weekly “Itch to Stitch” class, a Mystery Book Group each month, Let’s LEGO playgroup, Pre-School Storytime for the little ones, and a monthly college workshop for students and their parents. To learn more about the programs and amenities of the Cherry Hills Library, e-mail: tschwander@cabq.gov

Food Pantry Program Accepting Donations of Non-Perishable Food

Especially during the cold winter months, those in need in our community depend on our City Food Pantry program, and you can help by donating food! The Alamosa, East Central, John Marshall, and Los Griegos Health and Social Service Centers all offer a Food Pantry 5 days a week, for those in our community in need of food. No one is turned away. The Food Pantry program is always looking for donations of non-perishable food items, so if you would like to give, contact: Mayan Armijo at: marmijo@cabq.gov for more information.

Vanessa Baca

Neighborhood Communication Liaison, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)

City Council Department

(505) 768-3331 Office

Website: www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods