Office of Black Community Engagement

05/27/2026

Sawubona Community,

If you haven’t shared this course yet, or registered, please do so. It’s this Saturday ONLY!!! This is a free class and learning the art of canning is such a needed skill for everyone who’d like to preserve their farm to table goods 😊 We provide all supplies!

Great course for anyone wanting to expand their food service retail offerings. Or families who can learn to preserve the shelf life of healthy foods.

Join Ms. Farmer Bev and Ayanna Denise as our featured trainers! Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity!

Register to Attend🎟️🌞🥗🥕👩🏾‍🍳

https://form.jotform.com/261327023295049

🥗Saturday May 30th 2026

👩🏾‍🍳The Art of Canning with Farmer Bev

🍝Farm to Table Canning 101: Marinara Sauce

➡️Indian Pueblo Entrepreneur Complex
2401 12th Street NW, ABQ NM

Class Times😍

👌🏾10am-12pm Canning Class A- Marinara Sauce 101
👌🏾12:00pm -2:00pm Hands on, Create your Product Labels & Marketing (Required for all Participants)
👌🏾2:00pm-4:00pm Canning Class B- Marinara Sauce 101

Bring your Favorite Spices & Wear your Apron!

Join us for an exhilarating celebration with Farmer Bev as she revives the age-old tradition of preserving farm-to-table goodness, uniting our community in the joyous art of sustainable living! Don't miss this chance to learn, taste, and connect with the rich heritage of our food! All participants will leave with their very own Jar of Fresh Home Made Marinara Sauce.

Sponsored By
CABQ Office of Black Community Engagement
Indian Pueblo Entrepreneur Complex
CABQ Open Space
Salud UNM

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05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Applications are being accepted for qualified vendors at this year’s NM Juneteenth Celebration!

Civic Plaza & Convention Center, Albuquerque, NM
Friday, June 19, 2026
5:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Secure your spot and be part of history in Albuquerque.
Scan the QR code on the flyer (tap the image to see it)
Or visit our website (link in bio 🔗) to register

Tag a vendor who needs to be here

05/20/2026

The CABQ Public Art 2026 Juneteenth Exhibit, “(Un)bound to Boundless” explores memory, joy and resistance as the connective threads that honor Black emancipation and expresses in a visceral way what it means to be human in a world that challenges our humanity.

Please join us at our Opening Reception 5-7pm Thursday May 21st for New Mexico artists:

Oneida Brooks
Shirley Edmonson
Jakia Fuller
Karen Hampton
Hana Kostis
Nina Robinson
Mayowa Tomori
Gwen Triay Samuels
and Stephanie J. Woods.

Curated by Angie Chandler.

Selected works will be chosen for acquisition to the City of Albuquerque Public Art Collection.

For more info: CABQ.gov/artsculture/public-art/enewsletter

🖼️: “Seeds of Love”, Nina Robinson Giclee Print on Archival Paper 2025

05/20/2026

Give your student a strong start this summer with APS’ FREE Summer Reading Program!  

This incredible opportunity is designed to help students build confidence, strengthen literacy skills, and prepare for success in the classroom — whether they need extra support or want to get ahead in reading.  

✅ Small-group instruction (4 students to 1 teacher)  
✅ Free transportation  
✅ Free breakfast & lunch  
✅ Child care available at most sites from 12–6 PM  

June 8 – July 17, 2026  
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 12 PM  
(No session June 19 or June 29–July 3)

Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Register today at APS.edu/summer and help your student make the most of their summer learning experience.  

05/20/2026

NOW HIRING: Health Advocacy Coordinator

The New Mexico Office of African American Affairs is seeking a passionate and community-driven Health Advocacy Coordinator to help advance health equity for Black/African American communities across New Mexico.

This position will:
Lead culturally responsive health initiatives
Organize statewide health-focused events and resource fairs
Conduct presentations and community outreach
Represent OAAA at conferences and community forums statewide.

If you are passionate about advocacy, outreach, education, and creating meaningful impact in our communities, we encourage you to apply today!

Apply Now: careers.share.nm.gov
Search for: OAAA

02/10/2026

Don't miss these events! See you there New Mexico 💖

02/10/2026

Go check out in their new space for a Black History / Futures Celebration centering Black creativity, culture, and community. This evening is about honoring our history and imagining what’s possible when we come together.

📅 February 13
⏰ 5–8 PM
📍 Vital Spaces | 3140 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe

Build, break bread, and celebrate Black history in motion.

Power to the people. ✊🏾✨