Prepare to tap your toes and sing along at an evening of the blues!
Kansas-born Albuquerque singer Casey Lafferty will be joined by a four-part ensemble for this FREE night of music and fun.
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Let’s Talk African-American Gardens: Reconnect to Nature (Indoors!)
Join Mignon Hemsley and Danuelle Doswell to learn about our ancestral ties to houseplants in this free webinar. Embrace indoor greenery to enhance your mental and physical well-being!
Hemsley and Doswell are founders of Grounded in Washington DC, and are dedicated to rekindling the bond between people and nature by bringing the energy of the outdoors into our homes. They’ll share stories, scientific evidence, and practical tips to bring you into this healthy, connected lifestyle.
Register HERE for Zoom link.
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Caring for Your Crown Workshop
Don’t miss this FREE workshop on caring for textured hair! Black youth and caregivers will learn the skills and techniques needed to care for and maintain their natural hair at home.
Plus, the first 30 folks to register (for in-person workshop) will receive free products from Trendz Beauty Supply! Registration form HERE.
This workshop will also be available by Zoom. Contact Mercedes Egbe (505.280.7365 or mercedes.turner@oaaa.nm.gov
) or Brennan Bowman (505.418.5407 or brennanl.bowman@oaaa.nm.gov ) for login information. -
Humanity Matters: Henrietta Lacks’ Impact on Science
Professor Deleso A. Alford presents information on Henrietta Lacks’ cancer cells and her impact on scientific research, health, and equity. Free lunch will be served while supplies last.
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Ask a Public Defender
Have legal questions? Speak with a public defender for FREE at the International District Library! Public defense attorneys and social workers will be available to answer questions and help with legal issues.
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Interview with the Cast of Jitney
Enjoy a scene performed by the all-Black cast of the Vortex’s production of Jitney, followed by an interview with the cast!
Free Parking Available under Civic Plaza; bring your slip for validation.
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Hubby Jenkins for AfroMundo Festival
The 3rd annual AfroMundo Festival 2024 brings you talented multi-instrumentalist Hubby Jenkins, a specialist in blues and old-time music. Jenkins has been nominated for Grammy and Americana awards, and has performed with the Carolina Chocolate Drops and Rhiannon Giddens.
Tickets are free, but reservations required. Make yours HERE!
Do you play the banjo? Don’t miss Hubby’s workshop in the afternoon! Event listing here.
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Art of Jazz with Tracey Whitney
Don’t miss this special free concert with Tracey Whitney, an Albuquerque jazz luminary!
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9th Annual FIFA Seed Share
Celebrate Food Is Free Albuquerque’s tenth anniversary at the ninth annual seed share! Get free seeds and plants for your garden.
In 2023 more than 10,000 seeds and 8,000 plants were shared at the Seed Share. You can’t afford to miss it!
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Stories from Africa to America
Come on out for Stories from Africa to America by Ms. Marley’s House of Colors (internationally acclaimed storyteller Brenda Hollingsworth-Marley). The event includes storytime & signup for Libro’s Imagination Library, a free monthly book program by mail for Black children (birth to age 5).
Black/African American Families, let’s create & build community through storytelling and create courageous spaces together! Bring your favorite blanket & snuggly pillow!
(Free parking available under Civic Plaza: Just bring your validation slip.)