Week of Events
Sunday, April 5, 2026
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April 5, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 5, 2026 -Sunday Matinee – Zootopia 2 (PG)
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
Sunday Matinee – Zootopia 2 (PG)
Join us every Sunday for a movie showing. Films range in rating from G to PG-13. Note: Movies are subject to change without notice, please see our website for the […]
Monday, April 6, 2026
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April 6, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 6, 2026 -Pickleball at Westgate Library
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
Pickleball at Westgate Library
Grab a paddle! Join us at the library to play pickle ball every Monday. All ages and skill levels welcome. Equipment provided courtesy of The Pickler!
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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April 7, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 7, 2026 -Animal Tales with the ABQ BioPark
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April 7, 2026 -Family Storytime at Rudolfo Anaya Library
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
Animal Tales with the ABQ BioPark
Come join the BioPark for “Animal Tales” and enjoy a reading of an animal related book. The BioPark will bring animals and biofacts that represent the animals in the story for the kids to meet.
Family Storytime at Rudolfo Anaya Library
At family storytime we will learn new songs, nursery rhymes and enjoy hands-on activities to develop pre-reading skills. We will share new authors and titles of children’s books to inspire your family’s love of reading. Family Storytime is a great way to meet other parents in your community and for children to socialize with other […]
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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April 8, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 8, 2026 -LEGO Club at Alamosa Library
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
LEGO Club at Alamosa Library
Join us each Wednesday afternoon to build with our large collection of Legos! Work individually or as part of a group to build something awesome. We'll put selected creations on display. All ages welcome. Learn more about Lego Club ... Please leave your own Legos at home. We don't want you to loose your favorite […]
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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April 9, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 9, 2026 -Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (Westgate)
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April 9, 2026 -Community Puzzle Wall at San Pedro Library
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April 9, 2026 -STEAM/STEM 2nd and 4th Thursday of the Month
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (Westgate)
Join an Open Space Educator with your little one at an Albuquerque Public Library and have fun together making discoveries about the natural world with hands-on science, story time, and an art project. Afterward, you’ll leave with a packet of ideas and activities to continue discovering at home. Powerful Pollinators: Families will learn to love the […]
Community Puzzle Wall at San Pedro Library
Flex your creative muscles every Thursday by decorating your own puzzle piece to add to your jumbo puzzle wall. Ages 5+
STEAM/STEM 2nd and 4th Thursday of the Month
In this class we will make a simple Kirigami window decoration, Watch how simple lines and strategic cuts transform into beautiful geometric designs. For ages 8-Adult. **Registration Required Come join us for unique activities involving STEAM/STEM concepts. Everything from engineering your own vessel to learning binary code maneuvering a robot in battle.
Friday, April 10, 2026
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April 10, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 10, 2026 -Magic The Gathering at Westgate Library
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April 10, 2026 -Earth Day Seed Bombs
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
Magic The Gathering at Westgate Library
Commander Night! Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. All skill levels welcome. New player friendly! We technically start playing at 2:30pm and end at 5:45pm. We also […]
Earth Day Seed Bombs
Celebrate Earth Day with us! We will be using different materials to create a fun way to plant flowers specifically for bees and butterflies!
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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April 11, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 11, 2026 -Friends of the Public Library Book Sale
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April 11, 2026 -Reading Room Rumble at the Library
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April 11, 2026 -Ask a Gardener!
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April 11, 2026 -Saturday Shake & Shimmy – South Valley Library
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April 11, 2026 -Juggling with Jeremy
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April 11, 2026 -Second Saturday Arts Workshop – Layered Bookmark
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April 11, 2026 -Virtual Reality Gaming at the International District Library!
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April 11, 2026 -Snail Mail Social
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April 11, 2026 -Origami Adventures at Ernie Pyle Library
Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
In collaboration with Lawrence Charles Vargas' memorial non-profit organization, Shoes-for-Kids & Acts of Compassion, Central Unser Library will be a drop off location for NEW shoes of all sizes throughout the whole month of April. In the spirit of giving and caring, bring NEW shoes to donate to those who need them most - any […]
Friends of the Public Library Book Sale
APRIL SPECIAL FEATURES: - Build a box of records for $5 - Military history: hundreds of books Join us Saturday, April 11th from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm in the […]
Reading Room Rumble at the Library
Calling all Gamers! Reading Room Rumble is an Albuquerque Esports tournament series, hosted in collaboration with ABQ Parks and Recreation. Register today solo or with a team and enter events […]
Ask a Gardener!
Have a plant that is struggling? Not sure why? Want to start a Garden, not sure where to begin? Do you have gardening questions? Your local Master Gardeners are community volunteers trained in basic horticulture by NMSU and the Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension Service, and they are here to help you. You can also visit Master […]
Saturday Shake & Shimmy – South Valley Library
Music and movement for the whole family. This weekly literacy program is designed to enhance coordination, spatial awareness, and motor skills. Join us for a little dance, a little singing, some really good music, maybe an adventure and a good story or two. Bring everyone!
Juggling with Jeremy
Do you want to learn how to juggle? Do you already know how to juggle and want to practice your skills? Come join us and form a new hobby or […]
Second Saturday Arts Workshop – Layered Bookmark
Turn layers of ordinary paper into a bookmark. Worthy of your favorite read.
Virtual Reality Gaming at the International District Library!
Calling all gamers of varied ages and skill levels! Show your virtual reality gaming skills. We have a variety of fun games to play on our VR system, including Beat Saber, Racket NX, and more! For ages 13+. Warning: Virtual reality can be unpredictable and can trigger physical, mental, and other health related problems. By […]
Snail Mail Social
Last year was the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service. Come learn about USA’s postal history and make your own postcard featuring images from the history of the USPS, or just write letters and cards from our stationery collection. Check out our Snail Mail guide for more letter writing events, an epistolary fiction […]
Origami Adventures at Ernie Pyle Library
Come explore the world of Japanese paper folding! Each month we will learn to fold two new shapes. All materials will be provided Recommended for ages 6 to adult; younger children will need a helper. Limit 8 participants

