Free Sunday Matinee – Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (PG-13)
Central & Unser Library 8081 Central NW, AlbuquerqueFree Sunday Family Movies: All Dogs Go to Heaven
International District Library 7601 Central Ave NE, AlbuquerqueWeek of Events
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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April 19, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 19, 2026 -Free Sunday Matinee – Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (PG-13)
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April 19, 2026 -Free Sunday Family Movies: All Dogs Go to Heaven
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 […]
Free Sunday Matinee – Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (PG-13)
When Abby sneaks out to reconnect with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, it will set into motion a terrifying series of events, revealing dark secrets about the true origin of Freddy’s, and unleashing a long-forgotten horror hidden away for decades. Join us every Sunday for a movie showing. Films range in rating from G to […]
Free Sunday Family Movies: All Dogs Go to Heaven
After a German shepherd is murdered by his pal and goes to heaven, he heads back to earth to seek revenge and ends up befriending a little orphan girl who […]
Monday, April 20, 2026
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April 20, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 20, 2026 -Pickleball at Westgate Library
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April 20, 2026 -Feeling Zine: Community Zine Workshop Series
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April 20, 2026 -Mario Kart Mondays – Loma Colorado Library
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April 20, 2026 -Garden to Table to Pantry: Preparing and Preserving Your Harvest
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April 20, 2026 -Focus & Fun Afterschool at the 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!
Feeling Zine: Community Zine Workshop Series
Come join us this spring for our "Feeling Zine: Community Zine Workshop Series" where participants will all contribute to a unique zine each session. Each workshop session will alternate between focusing on either a particular library program, resource, service, or information that is available for free with (and without) a library card, or a local […]
Mario Kart Mondays – Loma Colorado Library
It's time to get your game on with Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros at the Loma Colorado Library! Mario Monday is the perfect place to make new friends and learn from other players. Players of all experience levels are welcome. No gaming equipment or prior experience necessary.
Garden to Table to Pantry: Preparing and Preserving Your Harvest
Join NMSU Agricultural Agents Madeline Gurney, Bethany Abrahamson, and chile expert Chuck Havlik, for a two-part series on peppers. Each session will focus on a different topic, including how to grow, harvest, prepare, and preserve a variety of peppers. In this session, learn preparation and preservation techniques to extend your pepper harvest. Come for the […]
Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
The Rio Rancho Public Library is offering no-cost homework help and afterschool activities for middle and high schoolers! Teens and tweens are invited to visit afterschool during the '25-'26 school year* to get help with school assignments, play video games, enjoy daily self-guided activities, library programs, and more. Visit the Twilight Zone Teen Room for […]
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 21, 2026 -Jiggle & Jam – Loma Colorado Library
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April 21, 2026 -After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
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April 21, 2026 -Terrific Tuesday – Loma Colorado Library Craft
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April 21, 2026 -Earth Day Slime
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April 21, 2026 -Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
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April 21, 2026 -Junior Foodies: Kids Cooking Club
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 […]
Jiggle & Jam – Loma Colorado Library
Join us for an interactive program with songs, dancing, and instruments! Music and movement help your child practice motor and social skills, build independence, and increase language learning. This program is intended for children to enjoy with an adult caregiver. Please note, Jiggle & Jam can get noisy. Please feel free to bring any sensory […]
After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
Join us ASAP! Our After School Activities Program is designed to give tweens and teens a fun, creative place to unwind after the school day. Each session offers a variety of hands on arts & crafts or engaging science activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and exploration. Whether you're building, experimenting, or creating something totally unique, […]
Terrific Tuesday – Loma Colorado Library Craft
Every week, there's a new creative adventure at Terrific Tuesday! Each activity takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete. Drop in any time during the program to participate!
Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
The Rio Rancho Public Library is offering no-cost homework help and afterschool activities for middle and high schoolers! Teens and tweens are invited to visit afterschool during the '25-'26 school year* to get help with school assignments, play video games, enjoy daily self-guided activities, library programs, and more. Visit the Twilight Zone Teen Room for […]
Junior Foodies: Kids Cooking Club
Let’s get cooking! Families and kids of all ages are welcome to join our kid’s cooking club. We will meet once a month to read about and study a different seasonal, locally-grown food. Then, we’ll head to the children’s activity room and do a food tasting or learn how to prepare a simple, kid-friendly dish […]
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 22, 2026 -Bumblebee Bounce – Loma Colorado Library
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April 22, 2026 -Budding Bookworms Storytime – Loma Colorado Library
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April 22, 2026 -Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (San Pedro Library)
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April 22, 2026 -Craft and Watch: Ferngully Fairy Houses
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April 22, 2026 -After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
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April 22, 2026 -Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
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April 22, 2026 -LEGO Club at Alamosa Library
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April 22, 2026 -Earth Day Seed Bombs at South Broadway Library
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April 22, 2026 -Teen Study Space at International District 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 […]
Bumblebee Bounce – Loma Colorado Library
Bumblebee Bounce is a storytime for children ages 0 - 2 years old to enjoy with a caregiver! We will read a book, sing songs and rhymes, and more. Each storytime shares reading in a fun, social environment and is based on the early literacy principles of Every Child Ready to Read: talk, sing, read, […]
Budding Bookworms Storytime – Loma Colorado Library
Budding Bookworms is a storytime for children ages 3 – 5 years old to enjoy with a caregiver! We’ll be reading books, singing, rhyming, and providing an opportunity for playtime with other children. Each storytime is based on the early literacy principles of Every Child Ready to Read: talk, sing, read, write, and play.
Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (San Pedro Library)
Join an Open Space Educator with your little one (ages 0-6) 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 […]
Craft and Watch: Ferngully Fairy Houses
Celebrate Earth Day, by creating your very own fairy house made with recycled materials! Then we’ll watch Ferngully, a movie about fairies and their quest to save their home – the Rainforest! Supplies limited; first come, first served.
After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
Join us ASAP! Our After School Activities Program is designed to give tweens and teens a fun, creative place to unwind after the school day. Each session offers a variety of hands on arts & crafts or engaging science activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and exploration. Whether you're building, experimenting, or creating something totally unique, […]
Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
The Rio Rancho Public Library is offering no-cost homework help and afterschool activities for middle and high schoolers! Teens and tweens are invited to visit afterschool during the '25-'26 school year* to get help with school assignments, play video games, enjoy daily self-guided activities, library programs, and more. Visit the Twilight Zone Teen Room for […]
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 […]
Earth Day Seed Bombs at South Broadway Library
It’s Earth Day–do you usually do anything? Can you believe that 2026 will be the 56th anniversary of the holiday? Join us at the home of the Seed Library for a fun DIY craft in honor of Earth Day. We will be creating colorful seed bombs, a fun and simple project you can do to […]
Teen Study Space at International District Library
Need a quiet space to study and get homework (or any other quiet work) done? Come on by every Wednesday from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in the International District Library's Young Adult (YA) room. There will be quiet lofi/ study music playing for a relaxing vibe for you to get your homework done in peace. […]
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 23, 2026 -Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (Cherry Hills)
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April 23, 2026 -After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
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April 23, 2026 -Community Puzzle Wall at San Pedro Library
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April 23, 2026 -Family Board Games at Alamosa Library
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April 23, 2026 -Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
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April 23, 2026 -Critter Care 101 (Ages 9-12)
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 (Cherry Hills)
Join an Open Space Educator with your little one (ages 0-6) 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 […]
After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
Join us ASAP! Our After School Activities Program is designed to give tweens and teens a fun, creative place to unwind after the school day. Each session offers a variety of hands on arts & crafts or engaging science activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and exploration. Whether you're building, experimenting, or creating something totally unique, […]
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+
Family Board Games at Alamosa Library
Come and play board games as a family. Enjoy classics such as Candy Land and Sorry with younger children, while older children can practice their math and reading skills with […]
Focus & Fun Afterschool at the Library
The Rio Rancho Public Library is offering no-cost homework help and afterschool activities for middle and high schoolers! Teens and tweens are invited to visit afterschool during the '25-'26 school year* to get help with school assignments, play video games, enjoy daily self-guided activities, library programs, and more. Visit the Twilight Zone Teen Room for […]
Critter Care 101 (Ages 9-12)
Join Natural History Museum educators as they guide tweens in exploring the exciting world of insect, reptile, and amphibian care. The Museum will bring live insects and other critters for […]
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 24, 2026 -Día De Los Niños: Día Scavenger Hunt – Central & Unser
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April 24, 2026 -Magic The Gathering at Westgate Library
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April 24, 2026 -Spaceballs (PG) at South Broadway Library
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April 24, 2026 -After School Activities Program at South Valley 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 […]
Día De Los Niños: Día Scavenger Hunt – Central & Unser
Join us at Central & Unser Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a family friendly Día scavenger hunt, available at the Information Desk. The scavenger hunt celebrates children’s […]
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 play other formats beside Commander like Standard and Modern, anything you wanna play we can accommodate. We also offer deck building help!
Spaceballs (PG) at South Broadway Library
Visit us at the South Broadway Library Friday afternoons to watch specially themed movies each month. In April, Fridays are all about the spoofs. Today we are screening Spaceballs (PG). A rogue pilot and his best friend team with a princess to help her save her planet when an evil space commander wants to steal all […]
After School Activities Program at South Valley Library
Join us ASAP! Our After School Activities Program is designed to give tweens and teens a fun, creative place to unwind after the school day. Each session offers a variety of hands on arts & crafts or engaging science activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and exploration. Whether you're building, experimenting, or creating something totally unique, […]
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Shoes-for-Kids Donation Drive
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April 25, 2026 -Día De Los Niños: Día Scavenger Hunt – Central & Unser
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April 25, 2026 -Star Wars Fest at Loma Colorado Library
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April 25, 2026 -Día de los Niños: Bring-Your-Own-Blanket Picnic Storytime – Juan Tabo
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April 25, 2026 -Friends of the Library Taylor Ranch Pop-Up Book Sale
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April 25, 2026 -Saturday Shake & Shimmy – South Valley Library
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April 25, 2026 -Ask a Gardener!
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April 25, 2026 -Grow Your Own Garden Club
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April 25, 2026 -Virtual Reality Gaming at the International District Library!
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April 25, 2026 -Bring-Your-Own-Game Social at Juan Tabo 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 […]
Día De Los Niños: Día Scavenger Hunt – Central & Unser
Join us at Central & Unser Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a family friendly Día scavenger hunt, available at the Information Desk. The scavenger hunt celebrates children’s literacy and will send families through a challenging (but not too challenging!) search. Participating children will receive a free book, courtesy of the Friends for […]
Star Wars Fest at Loma Colorado Library
Mark your calendars for Star Wars Fest 2026 on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Loma Colorado Library. Meet your favorite Star Wars characters courtesy of the 501st and Rebel Legions, complete your Mandalorian training by collecting sigils at our different activity stations, test your skills at the Mandalorian Training […]
Día de los Niños: Bring-Your-Own-Blanket Picnic Storytime – Juan Tabo
Join us at Juan Tabo Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a bring your own blanket family picnic storytime. The storytime will be held outside in front of the library under the big shady tree, weather permitting. Children of all ages and their families will enjoy stories from around the world. Bring your […]
Friends of the Library Taylor Ranch Pop-Up Book Sale
You’re invited to a special pop-up sale at the Taylor Ranch Library on Saturday, April 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.! We’ll be bringing our best adult fiction & non fiction, kid's books, puzzles, CDs, DVDs, vintage finds, and a few surprises. As always, all items will be available at 70–90% off the original […]
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!
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 […]
Grow Your Own Garden Club
Are you interested in increasing your self-sufficiency and living more sustainably while you grow your own vegetables, herbs and fruit at home? Come join our Grow Your Own Garden Club! We meet monthly to exchange ideas, support each other in our attempts at urban homesteading, share progress on projects and learn new topics each month […]
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 […]
Bring-Your-Own-Game Social at Juan Tabo Library
Do you find yourself wanting to play your favorite board or card game, dominoes, checkers, chess, Go, Mahjong, RPG, you name it, and never having enough players to make it happen? Join us […]

