The Librarians Film Screening & Panel
NMPBS and your public library present a film examining the effects of book bans on our country, our communities… and our kids. From PBS: “When lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection […]
Craft Supply Exchange
Clean out your craft room and help other creatives in your community at this free craft exchange! Bring your excess craft supplies to swap or donate. Then discover untold treasures released into the wild by others, and take them home! All ages welcome.
Indigenize Your Mind Book Club: Indian Burial Ground by Nick Medina
Join the conversation about Indigenous cultural themes, values, and community as we read works by Indigenous authors. Book Club leader Desiderya Costello is from To’Hajiilee, New Mexico. Desiderya is a member of the Navajo Nation and her clans are the Mexican Clan, Waters Edge, Big Water, and Within His Cover.
MonÁxi free concert
Prepare yourself for a unique concert experience that will cleanse you and allow you to reset your vibration. MonÁxi’s name means “Daughter of the Earth” in the Kimbundo dialect. Her music, a unique combination of soulful vocals and rhythms from the Djembé drum, is deeply grounded in her Angolan Motherland.
ArtStreet Community Art Studio at the Library
Use ArtStreet’s supplies or bring your own! Let your imagination take the lead at monthly community art studios at the downtown public 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 […]
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 […]
How a Bike Stays Upright STEM Workshop
Join Esperanza Bicycle Safety for a STEM bike workshop and activity. You’ll learn the science behind bicycles! For ages 11-16.
Rock Climbing Wall
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 […]
Library $6 Fill-a-Bag Book Sale
Fill a bag with all kinds of books, CDs, DVDs, and more for just $6! $2 entry before noon, free entry after noon. Main Library, lower level. Proceeds directly support library services and programs. Two-hour free parking available in the Very Special Arts Parking Garage on the SE corner of Copper Ave. […]