Children and Families

10/8: 20th Annual Barrett Foundation Fundraiser at Hotel Albuquerque/Casa Esencia

October 8, 2011 by Democracy for N...

From the Barrett Foundation:
Our annual fundraising event, Swing into the 20th Gala/After Party, is set for Friday, October 8, at Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, as well as Casa Esencia –- Albuquerque’s most exclusive cocktail lounge and dance club. This year’s fundraiser is different from all others, because the pubic can attend both the Gala and After Party: Clubbing for a Cause, or just the After Party, so people of varying interests and demographics can participate. This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of the ever-growing population of homeless women and children right here in Albuquerque.

10/1: Third Annual ABQ International Festival

October 1, 2011 by Democracy for N...

From the ABQ International Festival:
You're invited to the Third Annual Albuquerque International Festival, which will be held in the Talin Market  parking lot on the SE corner of Lousiana and Central in Albuquerque's International Distrcit on Saturday, Ocober 1, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The free event will showcase a sampling of the food, music, dance and art that the melting-pot International District has to offer.

Saturday at ABQ Balloon Fiesta: Working Families to Launch Hot Air Balloon Calling for Congress to Take Action on Jobs Crisis

September 30, 2011 by Democracy for N...

From New Mexico labor unions, the Central New Mexico Labor Council and Working America: Jobless New Mexicans and working families from across the state will launch a hot air balloon starting Saturday, October 1, at 7:00 AM at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta calling for lawmakers to focus on fixing the growing jobs crisis affecting the country.

Tonight: NM Voices for Children's Annual Spirit of Hope Celebration at ABQ BioPark Zoo

September 24, 2011 by Democracy for N...

From NM Voices for Children:
The 2011 Spirit of Hope Celebration is here! We are brimming with excitement as we complete the final preparations for today's event. The awards are ready for our 2011 Spirit of Hope Award Winners, the programs are printed and the linens are pressed. All we need is YOU!!

Enjoy great food, live music by Wagogo, face painting, raffle prizes and fun while helping us honor New Mexicans for their volunteer work, advocacy and public service on behalf of vulnerable children and families. This year’s family-friendly event is Saturday, September 24, 2011, 5:30-8:30 PM at the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo. Tickets are $75 and admit one adult and one child. Additional children’s tickets are $25.