• Unearthing New Mexico with New Mexico Museum of Natural History – South Valley Library

    South Valley Public Library 3904 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    Have you ever wondered how scientists know what the planet looked like in the past? Come learn about what New Mexico looked like 90 million years ago. This program includes a giant map of New Mexico and over twenty fossils found throughout the state that kids can analyze. For ages 13-18. Registration is required. Limited […]

    Free
  • Ancient Replicas Teen Workshop: DIY Silicone Molds – Loma Colorado

    Loma Colorado Library 755 Loma Colorado Blvd, Rio Rancho, NM, United States

    Make the past reusable! Teens will learn how to create flexible silicone molds using an ancient coin as inspiration, and then explore how molds can recreate objects again and again. This hands-on maker program blends archaeology, creativity, and Do-It-Yourself skills that teens can use for future art and crafting projects.

    Free
  • Fantastic Fossil Craft – Ernie Pyle Library

    Ernie Pyle Library 900 Girard Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    Discover an exciting Animal Crossing fossil to add to your treasure hunt collection. Unearth the mystery and excitement by crafting your own unassessed fossil!  AC cosplay is encouraged!  For ages 13-17. Registration is required. Limited to 8 participants. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library The Ernie Pyle Library is not ADA […]

    Free
  • Dino Magic with John Polinko – Los Griegos Library

    Los Griegos Library 1000 Griegos Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    Take a magical adventure at your local library with Magician John Polinko. Watch him perform mystifying illusions to around the theme of dinosaurs to encourage children to read.

    Free
  • Summer Reading Concert: No Strings Attached

    Tony Hillerman Library 8205 Apache Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    No Strings Attached Bluegrass is a collaboration of 5 friends with a shared love of bluegrass music. Their goal is to share the joy of Bluegrass music with others.  They strive to present the music with a blend of harmony singing and tasteful instrumentation. The members of the band are John Hickey (banjo), Barry Weiss […]

    Free
  • String Art Dinos – Lomas Tramway

    Lomas Tramway Library 908 Eastridge Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    Swing on in and make a unique Dino Art piece to display! For ages 9-12. Registration Required.

    Free
  • Be a Rock Star at Martha Liebert Public Library

    Martha Liebert Public Library 124 Calle Malinche, Bernalillo, NM, United States

    This isn’t about music; it’s about geology! Use microscopes and magnifying loupes to discover the main types of rocks, model the rock cycle, and perform a series of tests to unearth a mystery mineral.

    Free
  • Skulls: What Are They Good for? – Rudolfo Anaya Library

    Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library 7704 2nd St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    Teams will have a chance to study a real skull and learn about the form and function of different animal skulls in this interactive program. Presented by Mike Sanchez.

    Free
  • ABQ Mom Park Hop: Mariposa Basin Park

    Mariposa Basin Park 4900 Kachina St NW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    School is out, and summer is here. Therefore, it’s the perfect time to get outside and make new friends! We’d love for you to join us and our ABQ Mom Club for Summer Park Hops: A Series of Summer Playdates. A snack provided by ABQ Mom A book exchange by ABQ Mom’s Book Club Bring […]

    Free
  • Reading is Magic with Cody Landstrom – Lomas Tramway

    Lomas Tramway Library 908 Eastridge Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    A well, experienced and versatile performer, Cody combines the skills of comedy magic, astonishing sleight of hand, and masterful juggling into a custom tailored, family performance. Come experience a memorable time filled with laughter, mystery, and fun!

    Free
  • Dino Magic with John Polinko – South Valley Library

    South Valley Public Library 3904 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    Take a magical adventure at your local library with Magician John Polinko. Watch him perform mystifying illusions to around the theme of dinosaurs to encourage children to read.

    Free
  • A World Without Flowers: How an Evolutionary Shift Sparked a Co-evolutionary Process That Led to the Colorful World We Know Today.

    Special Collections Library 423 Central NE, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    This presentation gives an overview of how insects, animals, and plants evolved together to transfer pollen, including the origin of flowers. It covers key pollinator types, a short local note on Rio Grande Valley pollinators (native vs. non‑native), what it means for our global food supply, and simple stewardship tips. Presented by Lance Capaldi.

    Free
  • Reading is Magic with Cody Landstrom – San Pedro Library

    San Pedro Library 5600 Trumbull SE, Albuquerque, NM, United States

    A well, experienced and versatile performer, Cody combines the skills of comedy magic, astonishing sleight of hand, and masterful juggling into a custom tailored, family performance. Come experience a memorable time filled with laughter, mystery, and fun!

    Free