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Toddler Tuesdays at I Scream Ice Cream
2026-10-13 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | NM
We know how much you adore your little ones—but we also know life at home can get a bit chaotic.That’s why we started Toddler Tuesday! Bring your kiddo to explore our toy area while you relax with a well-deserved coffee at a special parent discount. Connect with other parents, share the ups and downs of parenting, and head out stress-free—because we’ll take care of the cleanup.
Play Group and discount offered on Tuesdays from 10:30a – 12:30p

Sensory Storytime for Adults with Special Needs - South Valley
2026-10-13 11:00 - 12:00 | South Valley Public Library, 3904 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105, United States
This is a storytime for adults with special needs. Similar to children’s story times, sensory storytime incorporates adaptive story telling, interactive reading, crafts, and more.

Hillerman Stitch Club
2026-10-13 11:00 - 13:00 | NM
If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or any other stitching type craft—you are invited to join our drop-in stitching club. Tuesdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. All ages and skill levels welcome. Click here for more information.

LEGO Club - San Pedro Library
2026-10-13 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

Let's Lego! - Cherry Hills Library
2026-10-13 15:30 - 17:00 | Cherry Hills Library
Join us for open build time with legos! All legos will be provided, child must be accompanied by an adult. All ages welcome.

DUPLO Club for Preschoolers - South Valley Library
2026-10-14 11:00 - 12:00 | NM
Drop in between 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.to build with LEGO Duplos! This innovative toy from the makers of LEGO encourages younger children to develop their creativity, problem-solving ability and fine motor skills. All blocks are provided! Please bring a camera to remember the creations, as the Legos live at the library and cannot be taken home.
Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Wednesdays • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Bilingual & Preschool Storytime - South Valley Library
2026-10-14 11:00 - 12:00 | South Valley Public Library, 3904 Isleta SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105, United States
Join in the fun with stories in English & Spanish, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program. Ages 3 -5. Bilingual storytime first Wednesday of the month.

Music & Movement at Taylor Ranch Library
2026-10-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87120, United States
Join us for an interactive storytime where children will develop early literacy skills through music, dancing, singing, stories, and the exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0 – 5.

Family Craft at Taylor Ranch Library
2026-10-14 15:30 - 16:30 | NM
Don’t miss our family crafting adventure on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 3:30 – 4:30.

Wednesday Read to the Dogs - Rudolfo Anaya Library
2026-10-14 15:30 - 16:30 | Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library, 7704 2nd St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, United States
Read to the Dogs is a program sponsored by the Public Library, Albuquerque Library Foundation, and Bernalillo County. Handlers bring their registered pet therapy dogs into the library and provide children with an opportunity to read aloud. The registered pet therapy dog sits calmly and quietly for a story, creating a relaxing atmosphere for children. This gives children an opportunity to practice their reading skills without fear or judgment. The adults do not correct a child’s reading. Parents may sit quietly in the room with their child or take this moment to find a book and read just outside the program area.

Staind: Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour
2026-10-14 18:00 - 22:00 | First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater, 5601 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87105

Beauty & the Beast
2026-10-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Popejoy Hall, 203 Cornell Dr, Albuquerque, NM, 87131, United States
Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney’s first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. This enchanting and timeless tale, filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love, has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. The show boasts the Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including the classic songs “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.” Reuniting to create this new production are members of the original Tony Award®-winning artistic team, including composer Alan Menken, lyricist Tim Rice, book writer Linda Woolverton, with direction and choreography by Matt West, scenic design by Stanley A. Meyer, costume design by Ann Hould-Ward and lighting design by Natasha Katz. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is the beloved musical that will fill your heart with joy and Disney magic.

Music and Movement Storytime - Tony Hillerman Library
2026-10-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110, United States
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in your children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts. Ages 0-6.

Music and Movement at Ernie Pyle Library
2026-10-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Ernie Pyle Library, 900 Girard Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, United States
Join us for Music and Movement Storytime outside under the shady sycamore tree at the Ernie Pyle Library!
Enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with music, dancing, singing, stories and exploration of simple musical concepts.
Ages 0-6
Afterwards join us for Stay & Play – a chance to socialize, make friends and play!

Diversity Book Group at Tony Hillerman Library
2026-10-15 14:00 - 17:00 | NM
Looking for something good to read, and a group of friends to share it with? If you like mysteries or diverse books, you’re in luck!
Join one of our book clubs. Check the calendar to find out what we’re reading & discussing.

San Pedro Community Puzzle Wall
2026-10-15 15:00 - 17:00 | NM
Flex your creative muscles every Thursday by decorating your own puzzle piece to add to your jumbo puzzle wall.

Read to the Dogs - Tony Hillerman Library
2026-10-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110, United States
Your child can read to registered therapy dogs in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story while children practice reading out loud without fear of judgment. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading. Registered dogs are provided by Delta Society Pet Program, Southwest Canine Corps of Volunteers, Therapy Dogs, Inc.
Please call us at 505-291-6264 to confirm after 12:00pm on the day of the program. Dogs, like children, sometimes have health conditions that may prevent them from being available. Thank you for your understanding.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Tony Hillerman Library
2026-10-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87110, United States
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays and body movement. Ages 0 – 2.

Bernalillo Farmers Market
2026-10-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Rotary Park, 370 Rotary Park Rd, Bernalillo, NM, 87004, United States
We are a June thru October outdoor Farmers Market geared toward families in the Bernalillo area. SNAP and WIC accepted. Double Up Food Bucks offered!

La Familia Growers Market
2026-10-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Dolores Huerta Gateway Park, 100 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105, United States
The La Familia Growers Market is a community-based farmers market in the South Valley along the Rio Grande located at the Dolores Huerta Gateway Park. Our vision is to highlight the culture, traditions, and history of the South Valley. We aspire to provide a mercado like experience from locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, food trucks, music, a children’s playground, open space, arts-n-crafts, and other products with the goal of creating a space for community building and gathering in the South Valley while supporting the local bricks and mortar small businesses in the area.

Live Music at The Block
2026-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | The BLOCK, 7805 Enchanted Hills Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87144, United States
Join us most Friday and Saturday nights at 7 PM for our outdoor live music series at THE BLOCK. Settle in beneath the New Mexico sky, grab your favorite drink, and enjoy incredible local talent as the night comes alive. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend – good vibes, great music, and the stars overhead. Blankets and chairs always welcome.

View the full line-up here.

Los Ranchos Growers Market
2026-10-17 08:00 - 11:00 | 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW, 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos, NM, 87107, United States
The Market is open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., from May 2nd through November 14th, and the second Saturday from December-April from 10:00 am-12:00 noon. Produce, local product information, special markets, and pictures can be found on our Facebook page: Los Ranchos Growers’ Market.

Downtown Growers' Market
2026-10-17 08:00 - 12:00 | Robinson Park
The 2026 market season starts April 4th and runs through November 7th. It will feature fresh local produce, handcrafted wellness products, unique art, hot prepared foods, music, and entertainment as we typically do! AND we will also be asking for you to help us celebrate our 30th anniversary in a variety of ways.

Street Cars & Cable Cars
2026-10-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Sandia Peak Tram, 30 Tramway Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87122, United States
The Street Cars and Cable Car Shows will be held in the Tram parking lot the third Saturday of the month: May 16, June 20, July 18 and Aug 15 from 9am – 12pm. If you are planning to bring your car as a participant, please arrive between 8:30 and 9am. Parking is first come, first serve. The event is FREE to attend as a car owner or car spectator.

Stories Under the Cottonwood
2026-10-17 10:30 - 11:30 | NM
Join us for Stories Under the Cottonwood at The Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.
Stories Under the Cottonwood is offered at 10:30am on the third Saturday of each month.
This is a participatory story session filled with fun natural history facts, songs, poems, and stories for the tall and the small, especially for those aged 5 to 10 years old. Children should always bring their own adult, so they can enjoy the fun, too!
Aside from the Parking Fee, there is no additional charge for this program. The Parking Fee is $5.00 per vehicle exact cash (Friends of the RGNC permit holders enter free with valid permit displayed).

LEGO Club - Juan Tabo Library
2026-10-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87111, United States
Join us for building adventures with LEGO Club! Let your imaginations run wild with your designs.
Library LEGOs are provided, please leave your own favorite LEGO pieces at home.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 5+. Registration required.

Family Art Workshops at Albuquerque Museum
2026-10-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, 87104, United States
Stop by the Albuquerque Museum School during your visit to make an art project. We welcome families to the Museum with opportunities to get creative together.

Workshops are included with paid admission. General admission: $3–$6.

Third Saturday Read to the Dogs - Cherry Hills Library
2026-10-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Cherry Hills Library
Your child can read to registered therapy dogs in a relaxed atmosphere. The dogs sit calmly and quietly for a story while children practice reading out loud without fear of judgment. It’s a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading. Registered dogs are provided by Alliance of Therapy Dogs, Southwest Canine Corps of Volunteers, Warm Hearts Network, and High Desert Therapy Dogs.

Saturday Read to the Dogs - Rudolfo Anaya Library
2026-10-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library, 7704 2nd St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, United States
Children are invited to join our specially-trained therapy dogs to practice reading aloud. Our dogs love to listen!

Corrales Growers' Market
2026-10-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Corrales Growers Market, 500 Jones Rd., Corrales, NM, 87048, United States
The Corrales Growers’ Market operates to support the traditional agricultural economics of the Village of Corrales and to provide community access to sustainable sources of locally grown food. We support the preservation of farmland, the sustainability of family farms and local agricultural production by providing agricultural producers a marketing facility for the sale of their products directly to consumers.
