If you have a child age 5 and under, don’t miss this event dedicated to promoting their health and well-being! Health screenings, workshops, resources and more.
New Mexico United takes on Birmingham Legion on a special evening highlighting the achievements of the Black community, hosted by the NM Black Chamber of Commerce.
Conquer the incredible 25-foot climbing rock! Easy, moderate, and hard routes will challenge you in this free Summer Reading Program activity sponsored by CABQ Parks and Recreation.
Best for 2nd grade and up, at least 43” tall and 40lbs. Please wear pants or shorts (no skirts) and securely attached shoes (nothing that can slip off), and no dangling jewelry. Pull back your hair (but in a way that will be comfortable under the climbing helmet). Climbers under the age of 18 must have an adult guardian present. Adults may climb as well.
Topics covered include accountability and relational repair, Queer/Trans affirming parenting, anti-violent parenting and affirmative consent, non-birthing partners in the birthing process, and labor distribution in parenting. Dates: July 10, 24, 31, August 14, 21. The series is inspired by the NM Healthy Masculinities Community of Practice, feedback from community members, and content in the NM Healthy Masculinities Toolkit.
It’s time to party! Celebrate the richness of Black history and culture with vendors, food trucks, local and national performances, a kids’ corner and Juneteenth History lessons.
NMBLC is a 2024 sponsor and will have a big presence, so stop by our luxurious booth to cool off, grab a drink, and say hi!
This year’s theme is RECLAIMING OUR ROOTS.
Event schedule:
11 AM – 12 PM, Opening Ceremony
The community is encouraged to wear white for this honoring, and to bring a picture, memento, or an offering to your ancestor. All items will be returned to the owner at the end of the ceremony.
1:30 PM – 2 PM, Honoring Black Educational Heritage and Our Youth
Celebrate the importance of education for our people, communities, culture, and heritage as we highlight our NM Black grads and their future endeavors.
5 PM – 5:30 PM, NM Juneteenth History and Community Conversation
Learn about our state’s Juneteenth history in this group conversation with community elders.
Celebrate the start of 2024’s Summer Reading Program with a Pirate Party at the International District Library! Enjoy activity & craft stations, Pirate Picture Portraits, and a scavenger hunt. Sign up for your reading log and start earning prizes just by reading.
And this Summer Reading Program isn’t just for kids – all ages are welcome to participate. So put on your best pirate swagger and head on down!
Gather in Van Buren’s garden open space for a night of family fun! Celebrate diversity, culture, and community with food, haircuts, performances, photobooth, model car competition – and more! Don’t miss it!