Let the Countdown Begin For “Bike Thru ‘Burque” Week!

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Bike Thru ‘Burque Week is a weeklong celebration of bicycling in Albuquerque. Join us from October 20-27 in biking around your neighborhood, going to a nearby trail, visiting local businesses, or traveling to and from work. Win prizes by participating in biking activities throughout the week such as committing to ride, participating in the team, individual, or kids’ riding challenge, or photo scavenger hunt. We’ll kick off the week by riding at the upcoming ABQ CiQlovía on Sunday, October 20 and close out the festivities at Day of the Tread the following weekend. Learn more and commit to ride at www.bikethruburque.com

Westside Coalition of Neighborhood Associations Hosting Capital Outlay Funding Seminar

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The Westside Coalition of Neighborhood Associations (WSCONA) is hosting a Capital Outlay Funding seminar on Saturday, September 28 at 9:00 a.m. at the West Mesa Community Center, 5500 Glenrio NW, and all neighborhoods are invited and encouraged to attend. This non-partisan seminar will provide an overview of how capital outlay funding works, how neighborhoods can request such funding through their elected officials, and an opportunity to ask questions of the elected officials who will be in attendance. Refreshments will be served. For more information, e-mail Becky Davis at: beedee3@lawyer.com.

Open Space Visitor’s Center Celebrates 40 Years This Saturday

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The public is cordially invited to come out to the Open Space Visitor’s Center at 6500 Coors NW this Saturday, September 14 between 12:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to celebrate its 40th anniversary! There will be many events for the entire family, including guided hikes, a panel discussion about the Past, Present, and Future of Open Space, live music from the High Desert Playboys and Open Space musicians Dogs on Leash, information booths, commemorative giveaways, cake, a short film on the history of Open Space, and more. For more information, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/events/open-space-division-40th-anniversary-a-celebration

“Coffee With A Cop” on Tuesday, September 10 Promotes Citywide Safety and Community Outreach

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The public is cordially invited to join the officers of the Albuquerque Police Department for a large-scale “Coffee with a Cop” on Tuesday, September 10 at the University Substation, 1009 Bradbury SE, between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. There will be complimentary coffee and refreshments courtesy of Dunkin’ Donuts. This is a great opportunity to meet the officers, share concerns and ask questions, and enjoy that great cup of Dunkin’ Donuts joe! For more information, contact Angelina Navarro, Community Engagement Manager, at: angelinanavarro@cabq.gov.

Alvarado Street Fair This Weekend

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The public is invited to come downtown to the Alvarado Transportation Center, 100 1st St SW this Saturday, August 31 for a morning of music, vendors, education, nonprofits, local shops, entertainment, and food and drinks. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, you can enjoy this free community event. Parking is free at the 1st and Gold parking structure. A QR code will be provided at the event to waive the parking fee. For more information, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/transit/events/summer-at-the-alvarado-street-fair-aug