New Mexico Black Leadership Council

Category: New Mexico Black Leadership Council

  • Sister to Sister: Women’s Empowerment Brunch

    Sister to Sister: Women’s Empowerment Brunch

    Let’s connect with each other and share our stories of triumph over adversity!

    Black women are often referred to as “the canary in the coalmine”: What does that mean? and what steps are being or could be taken—locally and nationally—to correct course?

    Brunch will be served, and a panel of four amazing women—including Cathy McGill and Sonya Bellafant (Executive Director of New Mexico Legal Aid)—will share their thoughts about moving through these times. Plus, Kristin Carmichael & Estella Swain will present on their housing stability project, as they wrap up the planning phase of this important initiative.

    This gathering is about connection, empowerment, and action. Register now, as only a few seats remain! We hope to see you there!

  • Jazz & Jingle Holiday Market

    Jazz & Jingle Holiday Market

    Shop at local, BIPOC-owned vendors for all your holiday desires! NMBLC will lead a winter supply drive (coats, scarves, gloves, etc). M’Tucci’s and Tractor Brewing will provide food and drink. There’ll be art from the NMTrue cohort, music, and a Skin Lab from Ayanna Denise Skin (RSVP required). It’s gonna be a great time!

    RSVP HERE for a free drink ticket (must RSVP individually). No RSVP or supply drive donation is necessary to attend, but both are highly encouraged!

  • True NM 2024 Exhibition Artist Showcase

    True NM 2024 Exhibition Artist Showcase

    Did you miss the True NM Sawubona exhibit in May, or wish you’d had more time to explore it? Now’s your chance! The 2024 cohort of Black and AAPINH youth artists is gathering again to show their art at Explora, with a showcase from 4:00 to 5:00 pm and works on display from October 12 through 20.

    Attendees coming to view the exhibit on the 19th need not pay admission – just need to tell the front desk you are there for the True NM exhibit. 

    A collaboration between NMAFC and NMBLC, working to combat New Mexico’s tricultural myth. More information HERE.

  • IDEAS Press Conference

    IDEAS Press Conference

    Please join NMBLC on National Night Out as we launch our International District Engagement and Support (IDEAS) Network with a press conference! The IDEAS Network will highlight the strength, vibrancy, and resilience of 200 businesses in Albuquerque’s International District.

  • Last day to RSVP for Roots Camp Harambee

    Last day to RSVP for Roots Camp Harambee

    RSVP TODAY to let us know you’ll be at this years RSLA Harambee Celebration!

    This end-of camp showcase features a live student performance, a showcase of their camp activities, an awards ceremony, and lunch – all to celebrate what they’ve accomplished together this summer. (Harambee is Swahili for “all pull together.”)

    Schedule:

    Live Student Performance 11:30 am-12:30 pm
    Delicious Catered Lunch 12:30-1:50 pm

    RSVP by clicking the graphic below!

  • Roots Camp Harambee!

    Roots Camp Harambee!

    Join us at the rollicking Harambee Celebration, where the students of Roots Academy share their talents and all they’ve learned! This end-of camp showcase features a live student performance, a showcase of their camp activities, an awards ceremony, and lunch – all to celebrate what they’ve accomplished together this summer. (Harambee is Swahili for “all pull together.”)

    RSVP by July 19th to let us know if you can attend!

    Schedule:

    Live Student Performance 11:30 am-12:30 pm
    Delicious Catered Lunch 12:30-1:50 pm

    Parking:
    You’ll find parking inside the First Unitarian Church lot at the corner of Carlisle and Comanche.

    You’ll also find parking by heading south on Carlisle and making the first right turn past the church (look for a sign that says Vanguard Behavioral Health.

    RSVP by clicking the graphic below!

  • ROOTS Summer Leadership Camp

    ROOTS Summer Leadership Camp

    We are so excited to offer our signature positive youth development program again in 2024! It’s going to be another great year at RSLA.

     

    This free three-week program features field trips, performances, STEM activities, and tons of opportunities for self-exploration, leadership development, and FUN! Plus, it includes before- and aftercare, breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

     

    We can’t wait to see you there!

  • First Annual B L O O M Fiesta

    First Annual B L O O M Fiesta

    Join us for FUN at NMBLC’s first annual BLOOM fiesta!

    Outside the building, we’ll have carnival fun for the kid in all of us – cotton candy, a bouncy house, tie-dye, a videogame bus, silent disco, and lots more!

    The fun continues inside: eat finger food, meet the acting superintendent of APS, learn about the library’s kaleidoscope of free opportunities, and get to know the NMBLC and local caregivers like yourself.

    This event is free and open to all! Sign up on our form HERE!

    Parking details:

    (Tram will consistently cycle each lot to bring individuals to event)

    Limited handicap parking at NMBLC 
    1314 Madeira Dr SE
    Albuquerque, NM 87108

    Cesar Chavez Community School
    1325 Palomas Dr SE
    Albuquerque, NM 87108

    Gateway Center at Gibson Health Hub
    5400 Gibson Blvd SE
    Albuquerque, NM 87108

    999 Seafood Supermarket
    5325 Gibson Blvd SE

    Eastern Child Development Center
    Eastern Ave SE
    Albuquerque, NM 87108

    Note: Street parking is of course an option, but won’t be monitored like the other parking options.

  • NMBLC Open House and Building Dedication

    NMBLC Open House and Building Dedication

    This house is your house! RSVP HERE for an open house and celebration of our updated digs. We want to see you there!

    We are so proud and excited to share them with you. Join us to celebrate all that we (all of us, including you!) are becoming. There’ll be finger food and cake, a participatory building dedication, and a chance to get to know each other as we build this community together.

    Let us know you’re coming (and invite a friend if you want) at our RSVP form HERE. It’ll help us know how much cake to buy. Can’t wait to see you!

    Park at Cesar Chavez Community School, 1325 Palomas Dr SE, and we’ll have a tram coming by every few minutes to bring you on over!

    Note: Street parking is of course an option, but won’t be monitored like the other parking options. VERY limited handicap parking at the building. 

  • One New Mexico Gospel Concert feat. Aria Gaston

    One New Mexico Gospel Concert feat. Aria Gaston

    Don’t miss the premier gospel event of the year! The OneNM Gospel Concert will get you up on your feet and singing along. This year’s headliner is award-winning Las Vegas NV performer Aria Gaston, with beloved local talent onstage as well!

     

    Did we mention this amazing show is FREE? Come together with people of all faiths to celebrate the history and power of gospel music. You won’t regret it!

    Let us know you’re coming! Register HERE. Doors open at 2:30, show starts at 3:00.

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