JAKAMUSIC + WILD MARIMBAS ENSEMBLE March 18, 2007 • 1:30 pm High energy dance music combining modern instruments and styles with African mbiras & marimbas.
On the second Saturday of each month, Lowe's hosts a building workshop for children, free of charge. I believe it starts at 10 a.m. and lasts one-hour.
On the first Saturday of each month, Home Depot offers the same sort of workshop between 9 a.m. and noon. (It only lasts that long if there's enough interest.)
These are free programs and great for both genders. Free aprons and eye protection are usually included and available for take-home. Certificates are personalized and offered at the end for successful completion of the project. Lowe's gives a patch and a sticker. Home Depot gives a pin for clothing. These are fun to collect and/or scrapbook. Take your camera . . . it's a hoot!
The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center is an environmental education center located in Cedar Crest. The center teaches over 10,000 students a year about the Sandia Mountains, ecology and conservation.
Sandia Mountain Natural History Center's First Saturday Series The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center will be opening its doors to the public the first Saturday of every month between March and September. All Saturdays will include self-guided hikes, two hands-on exhibit rooms (Eco-Casa and Explorer's Center), and a bird viewing deck. Every month will have specific themes such as birding, guided hikes, and family days. Education sessions begin at 10:00 a.m. Special equipment such as GPS units, field guides, and binoculars will be available in limited numbers for check-out from the SMNHC staff.
For more information and directions, contact the SMNHC at 281-5259 or email chris.modelski@state.nm.us
March 3, 9:00am-3:00pm Animal Tracking: Determine what animals live in the Sandia Mountains by identifying their tracks, scat, and other signs.
Come join us for a great week of camp activities. We will be doing as many of our regular summer activities as possible, enjoying the outdoors, and having a great time. Boys and Girls ages 5 - 13 for campers. Our leadership program is for ages 14 - 17. To request information on our Spring, Summer, and Fall camp programs, please send an e-mail to director@starfiredaycamp.com giving us your name, address, and zip. We'll mail you a brochure right away.
The museum is open to the public and will be open daily 9am-4pm or by appointment. What's the purpose of the U.S. Southwest Soaring Museum?
Preserves and presents the history and legacy of soaring
Promotes an increased understanding of mathematics and the physical sciences through educational exhibits and programs
Sponsors aeronautical research programs relating to solar-powered flight
Communicates an inspirational story of innovation and discovery for the New Mexico schoolchildren, the citizens of NM and visitors passing through the state
Motivates others to experience the wonder of flight
Homeschoolers are eligible for this event which only happens twice-a-year!
Thursday, March 22 THROUGH Tuesday, March 27. EDUCATOR SAVINGS WEEK at Borders Bookstore!
"Borders, Borders Express, and Waldenbooks stores nationwide will honor educators for their commitment to spreading knowledge and encouraging lifelong learning during our Educator Savings Week,
To help educators fill their classrooms with the tools they need, during this week, educators enjoy a 25% discount on books, CDs, DVDs, gifts & stationary, cafe and more on classroom and personal items.*
We welcome current and retired educators, librarians, principals, homeschoolers, professors, religious teachers, and other teachers to enjoy these six days of savings. Simply bring your current Classroom Discount Card, or state issued accreditation.
Don't miss our Special Reception of food, fun, and prizes, Friday, March 23 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at Borders stores nationwide. While you're in store, enter to win Seattle 's Best Coffee for a year!** Every store will have a winner!
Additional event information can be found at http://www.bordersstores.com/educator Please feel free to share this information with the educators in your life.
We look forward to welcoming you to our stores on March 22 - 27. To locate a store near you, please click on "Store Locator" at http://www.bordersstores.com or call toll-free 888.81.BOOKS
First Friday Fractals -- View a dazzling presentation at the LodeStar Planetarium at 6 and 7:30 pm. $7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 ages 3-12. http://www.fractalfoundation.org.
Brown Bag Lectures at the Zoo -- Learn about climate change at the Rio Grande Zoo from 9 am-5 pm in the Zoo Education Barn. http://www.cabq.gov/biopark.
Albuquerque Contra Dance -- First and third Saturday of every month at Heights Community Center (823 Buena Vista SE) from 7-10:30 pm. $6 for members, $7 for nonmembers. Call 345-8041 or visit http://www.folkmads.org for more information.
Camino Real Cat Fanciers Cat Show - at EXPO New Mexico in the School Arts Building from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Purebred, house cats, ribbons and hair balls are sure to be in abundance. Grab your cat nip and head over. It's only $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for children. Don't forget to cheer for Fluffy!
African Dance Party! -- If you've ever been to an African dance performance, then you understand how awesome it is that Maple Street DanceSpace (111 Maple SE) is putting on an African drumming and dancing party tonight. If you haven't ever been, now's your chance. Starting with dinner at 7:30 p.m. ($6 per plate with a vegetarian option), the dancing will start at 8:30 p.m. and go until midnight. There's a $10 requested donation, but all funds will go to a Gala African Ballet Production in April, featuring Assane Kouyate of the National Ballet de Senegal. For more information, call 342-1556.
Reading Rainbow 13th Annual Young Writers & Illustrators Contest -- Attend a free writing workshop at the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History (2000 Mountain NW) from 1-3 pm for help and input on the contest; open to kids in kindergarten thru third grade. For more information, call 277-4087 or visit http://www.knmetv.org.
Ándale Posse Skateboard Tour -- Featuring Steve Caballero, Danny Gonzalez and Patrick Melcher from noon-3 pm at the Los Altos Skatepark (10140 Lomas NE). 857-8640.
All-Ages Swing Dance -- Every Tuesday from 7-10:30 pm at the Heights Community Center (823 Buena Vista SE). Beginning jitterbug and Lindy lessons at 7:15 pm. $3. For more information, call 256-0668.
Would your child like a patient, attentive friend to read to? Read to the Dogs provides an opportunity for your child to read to registered therapy dogs in a relaxed atmosphere.
Southwest Canine Corps of Volunteers bring registered therapy dogs who sit calmly and quietly for a story. Children can practice reading out loud without fear of judgement. It's a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading.
Please register in advance. Reading sessions will be first come, first served.
Participating Libraries
Cherry Hills Library, 857-8321 Dogs are available on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month @ 1 PM
East Mountain Library, 281-8508 Dogs are available on the 2nd Saturday of every month @ 1 PM
Main Library , 768-5136 Dogs are available on the 2nd Saturday of every month @ 1 PM
North Valley Library , 897-8823 Dogs are available on the 4th Saturday of every month @ 1 PM
March 3, 2007 Quintessence presents “Masters of Song” A spring concert spotlighting the masters of 19th and 20th century German lieder and French Chansons. Program features the choral works of Schubert, Schumann, Debussy, Ravel, and more. 7:30 pm. Faith Lutheran Church. 10000 Spain Road NE. Admission: general $12, senior $10, student $5. 294-1690. http://www.quintessence-abq.com
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