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Summer Reading Concert: Basilaris
2026-07-06 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Cherry Hills Library
Basilaris performs original jazz fusion music all over New Mexico as well as the surrounding states. They have three full-length albums available on all the major streaming platforms. Their influences include Return to Forever, Weather Report, Miles Davis, and the Head Hunters as blending elements from rock, country, hip-hop, and classical music.

Sketchasaurus Rex with Meghan Casey - Central & Unser
2026-07-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87121, United States
Meghan and Aidan have REALLY done it this time… because apparently a normal jungle hike was just too boring. When they stumble across an abandoned prehistoric-looking science lab (which is already a red flag), Aidan finds a pencil labeled “DO NOT USE.” So naturally… he uses it. One innocent Pterodactyl drawing later, a machine startup later — BOOM!— Terry the Pterodactyl bursts out, flapping, squawking, and declaring that anyone who isn’t a dinosaur has got to go! Now Meghan and Aidan must outsmart their own flying mistake before the island becomes “Dino-Only Property.” Think you can help? Good. Because they are absolutely not qualified to handle this alone…

Discover the Wonders of Nature with ¡Explora! - East Mountain Library
2026-07-07 11:00 - 12:00 | East Mountain Library
w is a beak’s shape related to its function? Can you tie your shoes without your thumbs? We’ll use our greatest survival tool—our brains—to discover how adaptations help us survive and make us who we are. We’ll also spend time up close and personal with some of Explora’s educational animals. For ages 9-12. Registration is required. Limited to 20 participants.

Family Movies: Quest for Camelot - International District Library
2026-07-07 11:30 - 13:30 | International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
Variation of the legend in which the daughter of a slain Knight of the Round Table yearns to be a knight herself, and searches for the stolen Excalibur.
Rated G

Dino Kit Cards - Erna Fergusson Library
2026-07-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Erna Fergusson Library
Get ready to bring dinosaurs back to life! These fun, hands-on kits come as flat cards filled with pop-out pieces that you can assemble into your very own dinosaur. Perfect for teens who love creativity, building, and a little prehistoric adventure. Register online.

Neon Dinosaur Paintings - Tony Hillerman Library
2026-07-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110, United States
Like the look of neon but not the idea of working with electricity? We have the program for you! Join us to paint Neon inspired art of Dinosaurs. We will have some stencils or get creative and paint your own design! For ages 13-17. Limited to 15 participants. Register online.

Sketchasaurus Rex with Meghan Casey - Alamosa Library
2026-07-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Alamosa Library

Unearthing New Mexico with New Mexico Museum of Natural History - Westgate Library
2026-07-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Westgate Library, 1300 Delgado Dr SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87121, 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 to 20 participants.

LEGO Club - San Pedro Library
2026-07-07 15:00 - 17:00 | San Pedro Library, 5600 Trumbull SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
Join us to create dynamic and fun LEGO creations. Display your art in the library!
Ages 4-18

Mosaic Sticker Art - Taylor Ranch Library
2026-07-07 16:30 - 18:00 | Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87120, United States
Using one foam sticker at a tie, join us to create fun and unique mosaic designs. All supplies will be provided. For ages 9 to 12. Limited to 15 participants. Registration is required. Please call 505-897-8816 or stop by the Taylor Ranch Library to register. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library.

International District Library Art Studio
2026-07-07 17:00 - 19:00 | International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
Join us every month to create your own work of art at our drop in art studio. Start from scratch or bring something from home to work on. Basic supplies will be provided based on availability.

Bookmobile at A Park Above
2026-07-08 10:00 - 12:00 | A Park Above, 2441 Westside Ct SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124, United States
Our Bookmobile is an ADA-accessible mobile library!
Come aboard to get a library card and check out FREE books, audiobooks, movies, and more!

Collage College at Color Wheel Toys
2026-07-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Color Wheel Toys, 6855 4th St NW, Building D, Los Ranchos, NM, 87107, United States
July 8th-19th during business hours (Wed-Sat 10-5, Sun 11-3): Collage College! Follow 3 steps to graduate: choose a board, tear out pics from vintage encyclopedias, trim them up and glue them on. Your artwork is your thesis and you’ll leave with honors. This free project is best for people ages 3 – 103; you’re never too old to self-educate.

A Visit From R4 - Esther Bone Memorial Library
2026-07-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree Rd, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124, United States
Join us for a fun and engaging STEM activity from R4 Creating! R4’s mission is to cultivate learners into leaders by empowering youth through purposeful learning, leadership development, and career readiness in STEM fields in order to foster innovation, equity, and future-ready skills.

Digging It with Science Heroes - South Broadway Library
2026-07-08 10:30 - 11:30 | South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
The audience helps the performer act out the tale, as we use the events in the story to explore several exciting science concepts such as air pressure, energy transfer, and more! Volunteers help conduct each experiment and the whole audience gets involved in changing variables, making predictions, and comparing results! We’ll even bring some experiments out into the crowd for all to see. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library.

Unearthing Fossils with New Mexico Museum of Natural History - Westgate Library
2026-07-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Westgate Library, 1300 Delgado Dr SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87121, United States
Join an educator from the Natural History Museum who will share how fossils are discovered through excavation! This program includes a reading from a special book and an excavation box full of various fossils and tools that will allow the kids to feel like a Paleontologist. For ages 0-8

Sketchasaurus Rex with Meghan Casey - East Mountain Library
2026-07-08 11:00 - 12:00 | East Mountain Library

Tiny Dino Terrariums - Main Library
2026-07-08 11:00 - 12:00 | main library, 501 Copper Ave NW, Albuquerque, 87102, United States
Come make your own miniature dinosaur world! Participants will create a prehistoric ecosystem using jars, plants, decorations, and toy dinosaurs. For ages 9-12. Registration is required. Limited to 15 participants. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library.

Colorful Foil Fish - The HUB
2026-07-08 14:00 - 15:00 | The Hub @ Enchanted Hills, 7845 Enchanted Hills Blvd, Ro Rancho, NM, 87144, United States
Create a shimmering fish artwork using cardstock and aluminum foil, then bring it to life with paint! Cut, shape, and add colorful details to make your fish as bold or whimsical as you want. This is a fun, hands-on craft with a bright, shiny finish.
No attendance limit. While supplies last.

Digging It with Science Heroes - Juan Tabo Library
2026-07-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87111, United States
The audience helps the performer act out the tale, as we use the events in the story to explore several exciting science concepts such as air pressure, energy transfer, and more! Volunteers help conduct each experiment and the whole audience gets involved in changing variables, making predictions, and comparing results! We’ll even bring some experiments out into the crowd for all to see.

Teen Dinosaur Bracelets - South Valley Library
2026-07-08 15:00 - 16:00 | South Valley Public Library, 3904 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105, United States
Get ready to dig into a prehistoric adventure! In this hands-on workshop, you will step into the role of an archaeologist as you excavate hidden “artifacts” from sand—just like a real dinosaur dig. Once the discoveries are made, you’ll turn your fossil finds, beads, and dinosaur-inspired charms into your own custom bracelet. Grab your tools, uncover your treasures, and unearth your story!

Mystery Theatre: Secrets of the Bone Hunters - Loma Colorado Library
2026-07-08 15:00 - 16:30 | Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado Blvd, Rio Rancho, NM, 87144, United States
Mischief is afoot—and fossils hold the secret. After an opening skit performed by members of the Teen Advisory Group, participants will scour the library for clues, solve puzzles, and question rival paleontologists to crack the case. Inspired by the real Dinosaur Wars of the 1800s, this immersive mystery blends theatre, history, and sleuthing. Ages 13-18.

Teens Create an Edible Dinosaur Swamp - Ernie Pyle Library
2026-07-08 15:30 - 16:30 | Ernie Pyle Library, 900 Girard Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, United States
Join us for an afternoon of swamp making as we recreate the cretaceous landscape in a cup. Use your imagination to create the most delicious swamp using edible “mud”, “swamp goo”, “bones” and more! 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 accessible because the historic building and grounds include steps, narrow passages, and small spaces. It is a National Historic Landmark and it is on the State, City and National registers of historic places. The closest ADA accessible Libraries include San Pedro Library, South Broadway Library and Erna Fergusson Library.

Read to the Dogs - Central & Unser Library
2026-07-08 15:30 - 16:30 | Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87121, United States
Volunteers therapy dogs are visiting the Central and Unser Library every second and fourth Wednesday! Your child will take turns reading aloud library books of their choice to registered therapy dogs. Our dogs love stories and this is a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading! All ages and skill levels welcome. Please visit https://abqlibrary.org/readtothedogs or call us at (505) 768-4320 for more information.

Sketchasaurus Rex with Meghan Casey - Los Griegos Library
2026-07-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Los Griegos Library, 1000 Griegos Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, United States

Adults Fun at the Beach Paint Along - Tony Hillerman Library
2026-07-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110, United States
Join us to paint a fun little beach scene taught by one of our staffers. All materials provided! All materials will be provided! For ages 18+. Limited to 12 participants. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library.

Chess Club @ The HUB
2026-07-08 16:30 - 17:30 | The Hub @ Enchanted Hills, 7845 Enchanted Hills Blvd, Ro Rancho, NM, 87144, United States
Sharpen your mind and enjoy friendly competition at our Chess Club! Players of all skill levels are welcome to learn, play, and practice strategy. Challenge your family members, make friends, and enjoy the timeless fun of chess!

Tween Be a Rockstar with ¡Explora! - Lomas Tramway Library
2026-07-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Lomas Tramway Library, 908 Eastridge Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87123, 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. For ages 9-12. Registration is required.

Adult Mystery Night - Juan Tabo Library
2026-07-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87111, United States
Are you ready to roleplay? Join to play Masquerade and Murder: Ghosts of Our Past. Take on a role and solve the crime together! Costumes not required… but fun.

Summer Craft Fair & Flea Market
2026-07-09 08:30 - 12:00 | Barelas Senior Center, 714 7th Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Join us at Barelas Senior Center on Thursday, July 9, 2026 for a summer craft fair and flea market! Stop by and discover a variety of unique, locally-made items as well as vintage finds!
