CALENDAR
HOT READS FOR COLD NIGHTS: AN ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM:
Read or listen to good books and submit book reviews, and we’ll give you a wintry treat for each review and every review will be entered into a weekly drawing for prizes that will warm you up during these cold months. For extra fun and more chances at winning prizes, participate in Reading Bingo or a word challenge. Through Feb. 2, Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, or Loma Colorado Main Library, 750 Loma Colorado NE. 891-5013 or riorancholibraries.org.
SANDOVAL MASTER GARDENERS PRESENT:
Urban Horticulture Class Series: First Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Sandoval County Extension Office, 811 Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo. Gardening with the Masters Class Series: First Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Meadowlark Senior Center, 4330 Meadowlark Ln. SE. 4 Seasons Gardening Class Series: Third Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Sabana Grande Recreation Center, 4110 Sabana Grande Ave SE. All classes are free and open to the public; walk-ins welcome. sandovalmastergardeners.org/gardeningclasses.
ART EXHIBITIONS/MUSEUM
CRITTERS!: Animals, in many mediums, will be migrating to the Collin Room Gallery of the Placitas Community Library in 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. 867-3355 or placitaslibrary.com.
UP ON THE WALLS: JERRY FOSHEE’S COLLAGE ART:
Featuring Foshee’s paper collage art, including some of the many ways of creating a collage, from torn hand-textured papers to magazine cut-outs. Jan. 7 through Feb. 23, Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE. 891-5012 or riorancholibraries.org.
REGISTER NOW AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASS:
Feb. 7, West Mesa Professional Building, 4801 McMahon NW, Suite 145, Albuquerque. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Cash not accepted; make checks payable to AARP. Registration: 892-0754.
B-17 FLYING FORTRESS FLIGHTS:
Experience the might of this magnificent reminder of WWII history, the “Aluminum Overcast.” Book a flight for $475, or climb aboard for a ground tour, tickets onsite, for $10 (families $20, free for veterans/ active military). Space is limited. Hosted by Chapter 179 of the Experimental Aircraft Association. Jan. 6-8, Double Eagle II Airport, 7401 Atrisco Vista NW, Albuquerque. Call the onsite crew at 920-371-2244 or go to b17.org or http:// eaa179.org/aluminum-overcast/.
BERNCO EXTENSION MASTER COMPOSTER VOLUNTEERS TRAINING:
Applications are now being accepted for the spring 2017 training classes. http://bernalilloextension.nmsu.edu/ mastercomposter/.
HOME COMPOSTING BASICS CLASS:
Presented by the Bernalillo County Extension Master composters. Jan. 14, 10 a.m.-noon, Open Space Visitors Center, 6500 Coors NW, Albuquerque. Free. Registration/information: 897-8831.
SANDOVAL COUNTY MASTER GARDENER TRAINING 2017:
Jan. 10-May 9. Applications now being accepted. Open to the public. Information/application: 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. Reservations for an individual appointment are available for either 9:30 a.m. or 10 a.m. Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE. Registration/information: 891-5012, online Calendar of Events, riorancholibraries.org or facebook.com/RioRanchoPublicLibraries.
URBAN HORTICULTURE CLASS SERIES:
Presented by the Sandoval County Master Gardeners. Free. Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Sandoval County Extension Office, 711 S. Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo. Registration/ information: sandovalmastergardeners.org/ gardening-classes.
TODAY LIFERING:
Free, abstinence-based alternative to the 12-step approach. Saturdays, 5 p.m., Rust Medical Center, Room 0401, 2400 Unser SE. Mary, 448-2157.
RIO RANCHO DAV CHAPTER 5:
Monthly meeting. All members are encouraged to attend and any new disabled veterans and/or visitors are welcome. 10 a.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1022 Veranda SE. Larry Johnson, adjutant, 217-8531 or rioranchodav@hotmail.com.
SANDOVAL COUNTY NEW MEXICO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY (SCNMGS):
Whether you are just beginning or are an experienced family researcher, you are welcome to attend the monthly meetings of the Sandoval County New Mexico Genealogical Society (SCNMGS). First Saturdays, 10:30 a.m., Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado Blvd. NE. Michael Barger, 803-5225 or mebarger@cableone.net.
TODAY-SUNDAY BIRD WALK:
Saturdays and Sundays, 8:30 a.m., Rio Grande Nature Center, 2901 Candelaria NW, Albuquerque. Free; parking $3; $15 bus. 344-7240.
SUNDAY NO EVENTS LISTED. MONDAY MEETINGS SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE LOSS:
A support group for those who have lost someone they love by suicide. Second and fourth Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m., Presbyterian Rust Medical Center, 2400 Unser SE. Al or Linda Vigil, 792-7461 or sharingnhealing.com.
TUESDAY RIO RAMBLERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB:
Multilevel club for singles and couples. Tuesdays, 7 p.m., VFW Hall, 76 Unser SE. Jim or Lynne Martel, 892-5086.
MODERN BUDDHISM MEDITATION:
Learn and train in positive habits of mind that make life happy and meaningful. Everyone welcome. Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., 1101 Golf Course Road SE, Suite 101. $10 per class. Kadampa Meditation Center, 292-5293 or meditationinnewmexico.org.
KIDS JIGGLE AND JAM AT LOMA COLORADO:
Join us for songs and movement activities that build motor and social skills, increase independence and enhance language ability in your child. We’ll use shakers, beanbags, streamer and other items to move to the music and keep the beat. For ages 0-5 with their adult caregivers. 10:30 a.m., Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE. Registration/information: 891-5013 ext 3032 or riorancholibraries.org.
CODERDOJO:
Coderdojo is a global network of free computer programming clubs for ages 7-17. The club is run in conjunction with the library by Brian Montoya in Inquiry Facilitators. Second and fourth Tuesdays, except on school holidays, 5:307:30 p.m., Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE. 891-5013 ext. 3032 or riorancholibraries.org.
MEETINGS KNIT CLIQUE:
A knitting club for beginning and experienced knitters — bring your crochet hooks, too. This multi-generation program is for anyone and everyone grades 5 and up. Beginners, bring US size 7 needles and a skein of 4 ply 3 oz. acrylic yarn. 4-6 p.m., Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE. 891-5012 ext. 3131.
TAYLOR RANCH TOASTMASTERS:
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Don Newton Taylor Ranch Community Center, 4900 Kachina NW, Albuquerque. Larry Buelow, 2055228 or taylorranch.freetoasthost.info.
WEDNESDAY KIDS STORYTIME AT LOMA COLORADO:
Join us for stories, rhymes, songs and activities for children ages 2-5 and their adult caregivers. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE. Registration/information: 891-5013 ext. 3032 or riorancholibraries.org. WACKY WEDNESDAY AT LOMA COLORADO: Join us for a different adventure each week. Crafts, hands-on science, maker activities, shows, games, or other activities for children in grades K-6. Families welcome. This program will be held in a variety of locations within the library — look for directional signs the day of the program. 3-4:30 p.m., Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE. Registration/information: 891-5013 ext. 3032 or riorancholibraries.org.
MIDDAY RIO RANCHO TOASTMASTERS:
Wednesdays, Noon-1 p.m., New Mexico Bank & Trust building, 4001 Southern SE. 238-2942.
NEEDLE ARTS GROUP:
Open to anyone over 21 who knits, crochets and does any other type of needlework. Wednesdays, 1-3:30 p.m., Don Newton Taylor Ranch Community Center, 4900 Kachina NW, Albuquerque. 768-6006.
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE DETACHMENT 1316 :
Social hour, 6 p.m.; meeting, 7 p.m., second Wednesdays, American Legion Post 118, 1500 Barbara Loop SE. Paul Caputo, 975-2033.
NAMI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS) WESTSIDE SUPPORT GROUP:
Family support group is open to the public and is for family, friends, and care givers. 10-11:30 a.m., second and fourth Wednesdays, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Religious Education Building, Room 11, 1502 Sara SE, Rio Rancho.
NAMI WESTSIDE (NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS) SUPPORT GROUP:
Connection Recovery Support Group for adults living with mental illness. A place that offers respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. Confidential and no charge. Is open to anyone with a mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m., St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Religious Education Building, Room 10, 1502 Sara SE.
ANI-MANGA CLUB:
New anime and manga topics every month, plus food and activities. Teens 13-19, are invited to join other anime and manga fans at the Ani-Manga Club. Second Wednesdays, 6 p.m., Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE. Registration/information: 891-5013 ext. 3032 or riorancholibraries.org. THURSDAY WESTSIDE TIPS CLUB: Business networking and referral group. Thursdays, 7 a.m., Flying Star Cafe Hospitality Room, 10700 Corrales Road, Corrales. Kathleen Martinez, 2358878, kmframemasters1@ aol.com or westsidetipsgroup.com.
PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP:
For patients and their caregivers. Sponsored by the New Mexico Parkinson’s Disease Coalition. Second Thursdays, 1:30 p.m., St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 1101 Golf Course SE. Karen Wingrove, 205-1002. FRIDAY
CELEBRATE RECOVERY:
For those suffering from pain or dependency. Dinner and child care provided. Donations accepted. Fridays, 6:15 p.m., Grace Outreach Center, 2900 Southern SE. Miles Melton, 228-0579.
NEEDLE CRAFTERS OF RIO RANCHO VOLUNTEERS:
Group makes knitted and crocheted items for the needy of Sandoval County, and blankets for animal shelters. All with knitting, crocheting or quilting skills welcome. Donations of yarn appreciated. Fridays, 1 p.m., Vista Grande Retirement Center, 4101 Meadowlark Lane SE. Patti Vandever, 269-5968.
REFORMERS UNANIMOUS:
Faith-based program for those with addictions. Fridays, 7 p.m., Gospel Light Baptist Church, 1500 Southern SE. 892-9463.
SANDOVAL COUNTY STROKE SUPPORT GROUP:
Great people, helpful topics, discussion, socialization and social supports. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Geri, 620-8802.
WEST SIDE GOP BREAKFAST MEETING:
Join other GOP West Siders for an informative social meeting to discuss current issues. Order off the menu with separate checks. No RSVPs required. Speaker will change monthly. The speaker for January will be Carla Sonntag, president of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), representing businesses. Second Fridays, 7:30-9 a.m., Weck’s restaurant, 6311 Riverside Plaza Lane NW, Albuquerque. Joe or Nancy Loisel, 839-0969, 264-0928 or email joeloisel@aol.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.