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HOT READS FOR COLD NIGHTS: AN ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM:

Until Feb. 2, read or listen to good books and submit book reviews at either Esther Bone Memorial Library or Loma Colorado Main Library. We’ll give you a wintry treat for each book you review and every book review will be entered into a weekly drawing for prizes. For extra fun and more chances at winning prizes, participate in Reading Bingo or a word challenge. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, or Loma Colorado Main Library, 750 Loma Colorado NE. Information: 891-5013 or riorancholibraries.org.

SANDOVAL MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT:

Urban Horticulture Class Series is held the first Wednesdays of the month, 1-3 p.m. at the Sandoval County Extension Office, 811 Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo. Gardening with the Masters Class Series is held the first Tuesdays of the month, 7-8:30 p.m., Meadowlark Senior Center, 4330 Meadowlark SE, Rio Rancho. 4 Seasons Gardening Class Series is held the third Tuesdays of the month, 7-8:30 p.m., Sabana Grande Recreation Center, 4110 Sabana Grande SE, Rio Rancho. All classes are free and open to the public. Walk-ins welcome. Information: SandovalMasterGardeners.org/ gardening classes.

ART EXHIBITIONS/MUSEUM CRITTERS!:

Animals, in many mediums, will be migrating to the Collin Room Gallery of the Placitas Community Library during January. Artists sharing their work are: Carol Ordogne, Judith Roderick, Steve McKibben, Erica Wendle-Oglesby, Michael Stoy, David Cramer and Amy Hautman. The Critters! exhibit is free as is the public reception honoring the artists on Friday, Jan. 13, from 5-7 p.m. Placitas Community Library, 453 Highway 165, 5 miles east of I-25, exit 242. www.placitaslibrary. come or 867-3355.

UP ON THE WALLS: IN MEMORIAM: CECELIA MCROBERTS:

A tribute to McRoberts who was a student of the visual arts for decades. McRoberts used mixed media to convey movement, contrasting color and value. The show will run through Jan. 3. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE. Information: 891-5012 or www.riorancholibraries.org.

REGISTER NOW AARP SMART DRIVER:

Learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new traffic laws. The class will be held on Thursday, Jan. 5, 12:30-4:30 p.m. AARP members $15, non-members $20. Registration is required. Register by calling the library, stop by in person, or sign up online. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE. Information: 8915012 or www.riorancholibraries. org.

B-17 FLYING FORTRESS FLIGHTS:

Experience the might of this magnificent reminder of WWII history, the “Aluminum Overcast.” Jan. 6-8. Book a flight, $449 in advance, or climb aboard for a ground tour, tickets onsite, $10, family $20, veterans/active military, free. Space is limited, reserve now at www. b17.org. Hosted by Chapter 179 of the Experimental Aircraft Association. Double Eagle II Airport, 7401 Atrisco Vista NW, Albuquerque. Information: 800-359-6217.

BUTTON PICTURE FRAME CRAFTS:

You will design and create a one of a kind button frame. The class is free and materials are provided. Register online at riorancholibraries. org, call 891-5013, ext. 3033 or stop by the Information Desk. Adults and teens, registered with an adult are welcome. Jan. 4, 6-7:30 p.m. Loma Colorado Main Library, 750 Loma Colorado NE. Information: 891-5013 or riorancholibraries.org.

INTRODUCTION TO GOODREADS:

Goodreads is a website where you can track what you’ve read and what you want to read. You can see what others are reading, as well as post your own reviews and read others’ reviews. You can talk to other readers online and contact authors. Basic computer skills and an email address are needed. Spots are limited, so registration is requested. Register online at riorancholibraries.org, call 891-5013, ext. 3033 or stop by the Information Desk. The introductory class will be held at 1 p.m., Jan. 5, Loma Colorado Main Library, 750 Loma Colorado NE. Information: 891-5013 or riorancholibraries.org.

SANDOVAL COUNTY MASTER GARDENER TRAINING 2017:

Applications are now being accepted. Jan. 10-May 9. Open to the public. Complete information and application at: How to Become a Master Gardener — Sandoval Master Gardeners, sandovalmastergardeners.org.

TECHNOLOGY TOOLBOX ONE-ON-ONE:

Bring your tablet, eReader, or smartphone and learn how to download books from our library products, such as Hoopla, 3M, Overdrive, etc. Reservations for an individual appointment are available for either 9:30 a.m. or 10 a.m. To register, call, stop by or sign up through the online Calendar of Events. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, Rio Rancho. Information: 8915012, www.riorancholibraries. org or www.facebook.com/ RioRanchoPublicLibraries.

URBAN HORTICULTURE CLASS SERIES:

Presented by the Sandoval County Master Gardeners. Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. Free to the public, registration preferred. Sandoval County Extension Office, 711 S. Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo. Registration and information: sandovalmastergardeners.org/ gardening-classes.

TODAY ACTIVITIES FAMILY STORY TIME:

to celebrate the beginning of the New Year. Stories, songs and snacks. 11 a.m., Bookworks, 4022 Rio Grande NW. Information: 3448139 or events@bkwrks.com. Deadline for submission of Rio West Calendar listings is 5 p.m. Monday for Saturday publication. Include brief description of the event, time, date, address, phone number, and web address, if applicable. Email accompanying photographs as JPG attachments. For art exhibitions, include opening and closing dates. Send to lists@ abqjournal.com or mail to Lists, Albuquerque Journal, P.O. Drawer J, Albuquerque, NM 87103, and include name and telephone number of contact person. Questions? Call 823-3800. Note: It is important to notify the Journal if a listing is to be changed or canceled.