Noticias

Passion Play troupe

The Companions of Jesus of NM, Valencia County volunteers invite all to join the troupe to “Bring Scripture to Life” by participating in this year’s Passion Play, “Death of the Messiah.” They need both men and women of all ages and talents. They seek those interested in acting, stage assistance, costumes and technical activities. Rehearsals are getting ready to begin so contact Therese Hidalgo, director, at 505-269-7659 if interested in more information.

Spring semester bus service to UNM-Valencia Campus

Rio Metro is offering free bus service to the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus for the spring semester. The Route 209 bus will run Monday through Thursday between the Los Lunas Rail Runner Station and the UNM-Valencia campus from Jan. 20 to May 14, 2026. This special spring schedule offers staff and students a convenient way to get to campus.

History presentation

A presentation by UNM archaeologist, Michael Bletzer, for the Isleta Pueblo on “History of Pueblo Culture: Rivers to mountains: Pottery Mound and the southern Tiwa province, 1300-1600,” will be held from 2-3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Los Lunas Museum of Heritage and Arts in Los Lunas. Bletzer has worked on archaeological and historical projects in Europe, Central America and, over the last 25 years, at a number of sites in the ancestral Piro and Tiwa provinces.

World’s Largest Matanza

The annual Hispano Chamber of Valencia County’s “World’s Largest Matanza” will be held from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, at Eagle Park, 305 Eagle Lane, in Belen. The annual event includes live music, team matanza competition, public food competition, vendors and a beer garden. The public is welcome to enjoy food from team competitors throughout the day. All proceeds from the event are utilized for scholarships for Valencia County students. For more information, visit hispanochambervc.org.

Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series

Roland Penttila will present, “Little Beaver Town,” from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Fred Luna Multi-Generational Center, 197 Don Pasqual, Los Lunas.

Aimee Tang will present, “Chinese Merchants of Albuquerque’s Route 66,” from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Isleta Pueblo Cultural Center, 71 Tribal Road 40, Isleta.

Fiddlers and Musicians

Fiddlers and Musicians of New Mexico will perform Sunday, Jan. 25, at the Bosque Farms Community Center. Music, dancing, snacks and fun! $3 at the door.

ASL for toddlers

The Belen Public Library, 333 Becker Ave., is holding American Sign Language for toddlers from 10:30-11 a.m. on Thursdays.

Lego Club

The Belen Public Library, 333 Becker Ave., is hosting its Lego Club from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Kids of all ages are invited to join and must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.

Adult handi-crafts

The Bosque Farms Public Library, 1455 W. Bosque Loop, is offering adult handi-crafts at 10 a.m. every Monday. The classes are for those 18 and older.

Vajra Kung Fu

The Bosque Farms Public Library, 1455 W. Bosque Loop, is offering Vajra Kung Fu at 11 a.m. every Monday. All ages welcome.

Book Worms Club

The Bosque Farms Public Library, 1455 W. Bosque Loop, is hosting an 18-plus Book Worms Book Club at 12 p.m. on the first Monday of the month.

Valencia County Amateur Radio Club

Learn about ham radio, emergency communication, make new friends, get licensed and have fun. For information, visit www.kc5our.com, or call Ginger 505-869-8525.

Free after-school tutoring at the Moose

The La Merced Moose Lodge is offering free after-school tutoring for students, K-12, from 3:30-5 p.m. on Fridays, at the lodge, 306 Rio Communities Blvd. Certified teachers will provide help in math, reading, science and social studies. For information, contact Cindi at 505-304-4860.