Friday, January 31st
Multi-level Scholarship Oratorical Contest Registration – Rio Communities Optimist Club – The Rio Communities Optimist Club is sponsoring an oratorical contest to be held on February 27th at Rio Communities City Hall. The registration deadline for this event is February 21st. The winning prize is a $500 college scholarship. (More Info)
Walk-in Computer Assistance – 10am – 5pm – Belen Public Library – Walk-in Computer Assistance is available for anyone that needs help with their computer or smart phone! All help is free. Book a 30-minute appointment with the circulation desk.
One-on-One Basic IT and Tech Assistance
- Smartphones
- Computers
- Tablets
Teen Parent Support Group – 3pm – 4:30pm – Belen Public Library – Join our new Teen Parenting Group at Belen Public Library for a fun and supportive environment to bond with your baby and nuture a love of reading for both of you. Connect with other teen parents and participate in reading sessions, workshops, and parent-child activities.
Saturday, February 1st
Free Admission to the NM Museum of Natural History and Science – 9am – 6pm – NM Museum of Natural History and Science – The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science has announced free attendance for Valencia County residents and Isleta Pueblo members is returning throughout February, with the generous support of Meta’s Los Lunas Data Center. There will be a full slate of family-friendly events, exhibition openings and new Planetarium shows that Valencia County residents and Isleta Pueblo members can enjoy free of charge. Take a driver’s license or any other proof of residency to the museum’s front desk to participate.
Valentine’s Craft Bizarre – 9am – 3pm – La Merced Moose Lodge – Fantastic Designs will be exhibiting. Currently vendor space is sold out.
Guitar Lessons for Kids – 10am – 12pm – Belen Public Library – Guitar lessons are offered at 10 a.m. every Saturday at the Belen Public Library. Lessons are also free and open to the public, ages 5-15. Guitars are available for children to use during the lessons, and to check-out so they can practice at home.
Valentine’s Craft Fair – 10am – 3pm – Tierra del Sol Golf Club – Come shop before Valentine’s Day! Saturday, February 1st, 2025, 10am – 3pm.
Specials
- $5 Green Chile Stew
- $5 Mimosas and Bloody Marys
- $2 Love Shots
Sunday, February 2nd
Free Admission to the NM Museum of Natural History and Science – 9am – 6pm – NM Museum of Natural History and Science – The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science has announced free attendance for Valencia County residents and Isleta Pueblo members is returning throughout February, with the generous support of Meta’s Los Lunas Data Center. There will be a full slate of family-friendly events, exhibition openings and new Planetarium shows that Valencia County residents and Isleta Pueblo members can enjoy free of charge. Take a driver’s license or any other proof of residency to the museum’s front desk to participate.
Historic Tomé Jail and Casita Open to the Public – 11am – 3pm – Historic Tomé Jail and Casita – The town of Tomé Land Grant invites the public to visit the historic jail and casita at the Tomé Church Plaza, 18 Church Loop. Visitors are welcomed from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Sunday.
