Victory Hills Neighborhood Invites Community to Kick Off Summer Reading with an Ice Cream Social!

Join the Victory Hills Neighborhood as they kick off the summer months and the Summer Reading Program with an ice-cream social this Saturday, June 1, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the Ernie Pyle Library, 900 Girard SE. The Summer Reading Program is for all ages, and participants can earn lots of great prizes for all the books they read. To learn more, contact the Victory Hills Neighborhood Association at: victoryhillsabq@gmail.com

Free Community Safety Training Focuses on Personal Safety, Calling 911, Graffiti Reporting and Needle/Syringe Disposal

The West Central Community Development Group (WCCDG) is hosting a free, 2-hour community training on Thursday, May 30, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., WCCDG Offices, 5921 Central NW, in conjunction with the APD Southwest Area Command and Solid Waste Management. Attendees will learn about personal safety, calling 911 and reporting emergencies vs. non-emergencies, how to report graffiti, proper trash and recycling disposal, and how to safely get rid of needles and syringes. This training is free, but space is limited, so you are encouraged to register soon. Contact Nancy Montaño at nancymontano@gmail.com or (505) 681-3552 to learn more.

“Exploring Neighborhood Data with Online Tools and Maps” Free Workshops Invite Community and Neighborhoods to Participate

Have you registered yet for this great free class coming up? Four separate workshops, starting Thursday, May 30 and continuing through Wednesday, June 26, will teach residents, neighborhoods and community planners how to study and use online neighborhood data, maps and other tools. To register for one of these workshops, visit: https://form.jotform.com/91285549392165. Please note that each workshop is limited to 15 attendees each.

YDI Early Childhood Education Job Fair Open to the Public

Are you interested in working with early childhood education? Drop by the YDI Early Childhood Division Job Fair and Open Enrollment Walk-In Event this Friday, May 31, between 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., at 518 1^st St. NW and learn about opportunities in this great industry. To learn more, call (505) 212-7239 or visit: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/ydi-job-fair/200017316795835

Neighborhood Association Meetings Across Town

·       Palomas Park, Tuesday, May 28 at 7:00 p.m., Church of the Risen Savior. E-mail: palomasparkna@gmail.com for more information.

·       Historic Old Town Property Owners, Wednesday, May 29 at 3:30 p.m., APD Old Town Substation. E-mail: historicoldtown@gmail.com for more information.

·       District 6 Coalition Annual Meeting, Thursday, May 30 at 6:00 p.m., Loma Linda Community Center. E-mail: ginafornm@gmail.com for more information.

·       Eastridge, Saturday, June 1 at 2:00 p.m., Los Altos Christian Church Education Building. E-mail: tgrasmussen@msn.com for more information.

Farmer’s Markets Kick into Summer High Gear

Don’t you love all the fresh produce, great food and beautiful arts and crafts found at our local farmer’s markets across town? Knowing where all the markets are located can be a big help if you’re planning your food shopping for the week. This list, courtesy of the Albuquerque Mom’s Blog, shares locations and hours and makes it easy for you to find one in your area! Visit: http://farmersmarketsnm.org/find-a-market/

“Food Truck Fest” Takes Place Every Thursday at Alvarado Park

Join in the fun each Thursday evening at Alvarado Park when you come to one of the weekly “Food Truck Fest” events happening there through the summer. Enjoy a variety of food from local food truck vendors, listen to free music, bring your kids and dogs and enjoy the park’s recent improvements, and connect with your community! To learn more about this event, visit: http://www.cabq.gov/council/find-your-councilor/district-7/events/thursday-food-truck-fest-at-alvarado-park

Needle Pickup Events Invite Volunteers to Safely Learn to Dispose of Syringes

The Bernalillo County Health Council has put together a listing of ongoing safe pickup events for needles and syringes citywide, and are looking for interested volunteers to participate in learning how to safely dispose of these items. Here are the ongoing needle pickup events across Albuquerque:

·       MATS Program, times and dates vary but usually Monday – Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Contact Joelle Jacobs at: jjacobs@bernco.gov

·       Volunteer-led program, Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Coronado Park. Contact Robert Nelson at: robertforabq@gmail.com

·       D.O.P.E. Services, times and dates vary but usually Tuesdays – Sundays between 1:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Contact Evan Hoessel at: dopeservicesnm@gmail.com

·       NMDOH Public Health, Mondays between 3:30 and 4:30 p.m., International District. Contact Mark Clark at: mark.clark@state.nm.us

·       Albuquerque Healthcare for the Homeless, usually Monday – Friday between 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., locations vary. Contact Kim Abrahams at: kimberlyabrams@abqhch.org

For general information about Bernalillo County Health Council needle pickup initiatives, contact Pelatia Trujillo, Program Specialist, at (505) 246-1638 or: pelatia@bchealthcouncil.org

Volunteers Needed for 2019 National Senior Games Presented by Humana

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer experience? The 2019 National Senior Games, presented by Humana, are coming to Albuquerque June 14 – 25, and volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks. If you want to be part of this exciting opportunity, visit: www.nsga.com/volunteer or e-mail: volunteer@nsga.com

City Online Services Offer Numerous Convenient Services

Do you need to find your trash pick-up day, report graffiti, find a lost pet or adopt a new one, or even pay a parking ticket? You can do all of this online! The City offers numerous online services to make interacting with your civic government much easier! Visit: www.cabq.gov/online-services to see all of the resources available to you!

ONC Online Resources Available for Neighborhoods

Want to learn about applying for neighborhood grants? Need help in dealing with conflicts between neighbors or association board members? Just want some new ideas about how to recruit members or have a fun neighborhood meeting or event? We have you covered with our Neighborhood Toolbox, which offers numerous online ideas and resources to help you and your neighborhood. Visit: http://www.cabq.gov/office-of-neighborhood-coordination/neighborhood-toolbox and see what’s on offer!

Vanessa Baca

Neighborhood Communication Liaison, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)

City Council Department

(505) 768-3331 Office

Website: www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods