New Mexico Black Leadership Council

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  • Meet the Author: Deborah Jackson Taffa

    Meet the Author: Deborah Jackson Taffa

    Discuss the acclaimed memoir Whiskey Tender with the author, Deborah Jackson Taffa. The book has been featured on many “best” lists including Esquire, Oprah Daily, ELLE, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.

    “Indeed, while some reviewers have already qualified her book as a “Native memoir,” Taffa’s story is in fact distinctly American, full stop, and one that a country afraid of its own history needs to hear.” — Washington Post

  • CiQlovia Open Streets Festival

    CiQlovia Open Streets Festival

    CiQlovia is ABQ’s version of ciclovia – open streets. The 2024 CiQlovia route spans Kathryn Ave from Louisiana to San Pedro and will feature all kinds of activities, info, art, pop-up parks and playgrounds, a health hub – and a climbing wall!

  • CiQlovia Build Week

    CiQlovia Build Week

    Sign up HERE to prepare the International District for CiQlovia! Design and build temporary amenities to get the neighborhood looking its best for the event. Check schedule below for project details.

  • Learn to Photograph Wildlife at Erna Fergusson Library

    Learn to Photograph Wildlife at Erna Fergusson Library

    Join Open Space staff to learn about wildlife photography, from the ethical guidelines of taking pictures of wildlife to how to best tweak your camera’s settings to take advantage of the best lighting.

    Free, but registration required HERE. (Place free tickets in cart by clicking “Get Tickets,” then “Add to Selection List,” and signing into/up for web account.)

    Registration Instructions

  • Learn to Photograph Wildlife at South Broadway Library

    Learn to Photograph Wildlife at South Broadway Library

    Join Open Space staff to learn about wildlife photography, from the ethical guidelines of taking pictures of wildlife to how to best tweak your camera’s settings to take advantage of the best lighting.

    Free, but registration required HERE. (Place free tickets in cart by clicking “Get Tickets,” then “Add to Selection List,” and signing into/up for web account.)

    Registration Instructions

  • 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.

  • International District Choice Neighborhood Meeting

    International District Choice Neighborhood Meeting

    Help shape a collective vision and enjoy food, raffle prizes, and kids activities! Share your ideas on improving community well-being, including housing and neighborhood services, and learn about the ongoing International District Choice Neighborhood Initiative project.

     

    This meeting will focus on:

    • Current AHA resident and neighborhood surveys

    • Activities to shape a vision for Wainwright Manor, Grove, and Pennsylvania

    • Identifying physical investments for the International District
  • Old Town Holiday Stroll

    Old Town Holiday Stroll

    Kick off the holiday season with this Albuquerque tradition. Enjoy performers in Plaza Don Luis and the gazebo, shopping, and of course – the tree lighting ceremony!

  • Twinkle Light Parade

    Twinkle Light Parade

    Cheer on your favorite businesses, school groups, non-profits, and neighbors, all dressed up in their twinkly best! This Albuquerque favorite features a parade of all kinds of vehicles festooned in little lights, plus food vendors, shopping kiosks, and tons of fun for the whole family.

  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration

    Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration

    Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day at Tiguex Park with Native food trucks, a food sovereignty market, live music, youth activities, door prizes, and more!

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