Bosque Chile Festival – A celebration of food, art, and culture on the Rio Grande
Join in the celebration of the chile harvest on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Admission is $5. Children 5 and under are free.
This event will offer entertainment, kids’ activities, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, beer, wine, agricultural workshops, chef demonstrations and more.
Chef Demo Schedule – Fountain Courtyard
11 a.m. – Thomas Dollahite, Europa Bakery and Peculiar Farms
1 p.m. – Izz Rivera, The Shop Breakfast + Lunch and The Nightshift
3 p.m.: – Luis Valdovinos, Last Call
Educational Sessions – Well Fargo Theatre
Noon – What to do with all that chile, ways to preserve the treasure,
Cindy Davies, Program Director NMSU, Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension Service
2 p.m.– Growing chile in NM: tips and tricks,
John Garlisch, Bernalillo County Agriculture Agent
4 p.m. – A Primer on New Mexican Green Chile, 2018
Catherine Baca, Bueno Foods
Tips for Summer Watering
The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA) reminds everyone that despite the recent rain, we remain in extreme drought and should irrigate our yards, trees, and flowers with care.
- Follow the “Water by the Numbers” program and water your turf and plants just three times per week in June, July and August. Trees appreciate a deep watering every two to three weeks during the summer.
- If it rains, count that as one of your watering days and shut off automatic sprinkler systems when it rains. You can also install a Smart Irrigation Controller.
- Do not water or use your sprinkler between 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Water early in the morning or in the later evening to reduce water loss to wind and evaporation.
- Troubleshoot your sprinkler system for leaks, broken heads and emitters, and poorly angled/aimed heads. A broken sprinkler head can waste as much as 16 gallons of water per minute – and irrigation water should never end up in the street or on others’ property.
- Consider replacing thirsty turf with xeriscaping. There are hundreds of regionally adapted plants, trees and shrubs that can fill your yard with color while saving you money on water.Visit http://www.abcwua.org for more information
2018 Albuquerque Goals Summit Encourages Community Input
Public Libraries Don’t Just Offer Books for Checkout!
Did you know that our public libraries don’t just offer books to check out? It’s true! They also offer a wide range of CDs, DVDs, e-Books, and – this is the best part! – you can also check out ukuleles and cake pans! So if you’ve been wanting to learn this musical instrument but don’t have one, or expand your baking skills and make a cake in the shape of a heart, the library is your starting point! Visit: www.abqlibrary.org for a complete catalog of free items for checking out!
Library Branches Offer Storytime for Babies, Toddlers and Pre-Schoolers
Many of our city libraries offer terrific resources for parents, and the Storytime events are among the favorites. The weekly Storytime dates and times vary, but you can find one each week at nearly every branch. To learn more about Storytime for your little one, visit: www.abqlibrary.org
Local NMDOT Road Project Information Available Online for Commuter Planning
Did you know that the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has an interactive road construction map showing all active road projects in the Albuquerque area? It makes planning your commute much easier. To access the interactive map, visit: https://nmroads.com and zoom in on Albuquerque. The City of Albuquerque also has an interactive local road project interactive map available, at: http://www.cabq.gov/ municipaldevelopment/maps/ traffic-report
ABQMomsBlog Offers Resources for Families and Kids
Have you had a chance to check out the ABQMomsBlog yet? This community-oriented website features articles written by local parents, ideas for fun with the family, community involvement ideas, suggestions for kids during Spring Break, events going on throughout the city, and it’s not just for moms! If you know of a parent or family who is looking for something new to do, see, or experience, this innovative blog may be just the ticket. Take a look at:https://albuquerque. citymomsblog.com/
Serve on a City Board and Learn About Local Government Processes!
There are over 60 boards and panels in the City, all made of up of citizens just like you. These boards and panels provide citizen feedback and oversight for a wide variety of community-based initiatives that include: police oversight, public arts, environmental planning, senior services, impact fees, economic development, and much more. If you’re interested in expanding your civic involvement and want to serve on a board, visit:http://www.cabq.gov/clerk/boards-commissions for information on how to apply.
The U.S. 2020 Census is a couple of years away, but the Census Bureau is doing preemptive research nationwide to ensure everyone is counted and the Census is fair and accurate. Some of the more challenging communities to map will be a focus of the upcoming census, and this website offers information about “Hard to Count” Communities. To learn more, visit:http://www.censushardtocountmaps2020.us/
