Rumor Brewing Co. and East Mountain Food Pantry are teaming up for a fall food drive to support families in need during the holiday season. The drive will run throughout November, with donors able to drop off non-perishable items at Rumor Brewing Co., located next to the Cedar Crest Post Office. Top requested items include […]
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Sandoval County restaurants offer free meals amid federal SNAP benefit halt
Editor’s note: This is not a complete list. If you know of any restaurants stepping up to help people in the community, please email the information to kevin@newmexico.news. Restaurants across the Sandoval County area are stepping up to help as community members face a potential halt to federal food aid. The U.S. Department of Agriculture […]
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East Mountains restaurants offer free meals amid federal SNAP benefit halt
Editor’s note: This is not a complete list. If you know of any restaurants stepping up to help people in the community, please email the information to kevin@newmexico.news. Restaurants and food pantries across New Mexico’s East Mountains region are stepping up to provide free meals and food assistance as federal SNAP benefits are set to […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Sandoval County
Sandoval County to honor Native American artists at November reception
Sandoval County will celebrate Native American Heritage Month with an artists’ reception honoring two artists whose work has reached millions worldwide. The reception, scheduled for Nov. 12 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at 1500 Idalia Road, Building D, will feature Mateo Romero of the Pueblo of Cochiti and Jason D. Valencia of the Pueblo of […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho to host Dia de Los Muertos-themed pet adoption event
Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services will host a Dia de Los Muertos-themed pet festival and adoption event Saturday at Cabezon Park. The “Dia De Los Perros (Y Gatos)” Pet Fiesta & Adopt-A-Thon runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 1 at the park. The event combines traditional Day of the Dead celebrations […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Placitas
Glass artists showcase fused and stained works at Placitas gallery
Wild Hearts Gallery will feature “Glass Inspirations,” an exhibition of fused and stained glass by three artists blending ancient techniques with contemporary design, from Oct. 28 through Nov. 30. The show features work by Lisa Chernoff, who creates kiln-fused glass pieces, and Nancy and Jon Couch, who specialize in stained glass and interactive light installations. […]
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Cedar Crest gallery celebrates first anniversary, launches fall art exhibition
A Cedar Crest art gallery marked its first year of operation with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in October and the opening of a new exhibition featuring regional artists. Enchanted Soul Art | Creatives’ Gallery & Shop, located along the Turquoise Trail, hosted community leaders and business advocates for the anniversary celebration before launching “Nocturnal Buffet,” a […]
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Sandoval County treasurer launches food drive
Thanksgiving dinner isn’t a guarantee for everyone, but the Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office is trying to make it possible for some of the area’s neediest residents. The treasurer’s office is running its annual Thanksgiving food drive, partnering with Nacimiento Community Foundation and St. Felix Pantry. “For several wonderful years, our office has come together to […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo to host free music and cultural festival saturday
The Town of Bernalillo will host its annual Fiesta de Música y Cultura on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Recreation Center. The free community event will feature live performances by Guillermo Calderon and Baila! Baila!, along with food and entertainment for attendees of all ages, organizers said. “Join us […]
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Bernalillo to host Mountain West Fall Fest this weekend
The Mountain West Fall Fest 2025 will bring craft beer, live music and family activities to Bernalillo on Saturday, featuring local breweries and food vendors. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 4 at Loretto Park. “This is a fun family event with kids area, food, music, and beer,” organizers said in […]