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Catch up on City news from last week! ➡️Uptown Connect Secures More than $30 Million in New Funding ➡️Harvest Festival Blooms at ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden & Aquarium ➡️Mayor Keller Keeps Luminaria Bus Tour for Christmas Eve Check out cabq.gov/news to read about these topics and more. #OneAlbuquerque

Rustic autumn display with pumpkins, dried corn stalks, and fall flowers.

Rows of glowing luminaria bags line a dark pathway.

A digital rendering of the Uptown Connect development featuring housing, access to transit, commercial spaces, and entertainment.

Teen playing ping pong at community center.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 20h

Happy National Walk Your Dog Week! Did you know you can volunteer for a Doggie Day Out? Give a shelter dog the best day with a walk, pup cup, or just a relaxing time in a park. You can also volunteer to be an adoption counselor, help in the pet food pantry, & more. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Happy brown dog with a blue collar standing on a dirt trail in a mountainous, grassy landscape.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 03/10/2026

Happy Bat Appreciation Month! Did you know New Mexico is home to over two dozen species of bats, like this big brown bat? Most of these bat species eat insects (including mosquitos). Learn more about our amazing urban wildlife at cabq.gov/urbanwildlife! #OneAlbuquerque

Close-up of a brown bat resting between two reddish wooden planks in a dark crevice.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 02/10/2026

We're doing our part to keep Albuquerque beautiful! Earlier this week, City employees showed their One Albuquerque pride by helping to clean up our parks, bike paths, parking lots, & more. Want to help? We have volunteer opportunities all year long! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 02/10/2026

Today is the International Day of Nonviolence. To celebrate, we're taking a look back at just a few of the events from our Seasons of Nonviolence initiative (with @cabqacs.bsky.social & Bernalillo County) this year. cabq.gov/sonv. #OneAlbuquerque

Smiling young girl with face paint sits on a bearded man's shoulders outdoors.

Young baseball player in black uniform and red cap preparing to throw a pitch on a sunny field.

Teen boy with curly hair dribbling a basketball during a gym class game with other kids in white shirts.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 01/10/2026

Just a few more days, Albuquerque! Are you excited to see the sky full of balloons again? Don't forget, our Balloon Museum has a bunch of events and happenings in store for both visitors and locals alike! Video Description: A series of short clips featuring hot air balloons. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 01/10/2026

Are you in the spooky season zone yet? We sure are! If you're not, perhaps these local critters, spotted at our Open Space areas, can help? We're especially fond of the marbled orbweaver spider! Photos by Bill Pentler, retired Open Space employee. #OneAlbuquerque

Close-up of a round orange spider with a face-like pattern on its back hanging on a web outdoors.

A small owl perched in a dark shadowy area, its eyes reflecting faint light as it looks toward the camera.

Silhouette of a porcupine perched on a bare tree branch against a gray, overcast sky.

Silhouette of a bird perched on a tree branch against a dim, cloudy sky with surrounding pine needles.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 30/09/2026

Save the date! New Mexico Free Day at the Balloon Museum is Oct. 5. NM residents get free admission (with proof of residency). Enjoy live music, explore our newest exhibit, & more! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Two women smiling inside a hot air balloon basket with colorful balloons floating in the cloudy sky above.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 30/09/2026

Don't miss the New Mexico premiere of Route 66: The Main Street of America! Join us on Oct. 1 at the KiMo Theatre at 7 pm for this immersive, heartfelt portrait of an American icon that’s full of humor, warmth, and discovery. Get your tickets now! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Vintage convertible car with license plate 100 in front of a colorful map of Route 66 states and text 'The Main Street of America'.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 29/09/2026

Looking to do business with the City? Keep an eye on cabq.gov/bid! ➡️Balloon Museum Gift Shop ➡️Fuel Site Services ➡️Window Coverings/Blinds ➡️& more Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Nighttime cityscape of Albuquerque with illuminated buildings promoting business opportunities at cabq.gov/bid.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 29/09/2026

Don't forget, our Balloon Museum is pulling out all the stops for Fiesta season! Daily public group tours of the Balloon Museum will be led by our team during Balloon Fiesta® week. Two sessions are offered each day starting Oct. 3. Included with general admission! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Group of people gathered indoors listening to a guide near large yellow and red hot air balloon baskets on display.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 28/09/2026

Catch up on City news from last week! ➡️Marie Morra Named One Albuquerque Volunteer of the Month ➡️Dreamy Upgrades Underway at Botanic Garden ➡️City Celebrates Recovery Through Art This September Check out cabq.gov/news to read about these topics and more. #OneAlbuquerque

The gathered crowd sends rainbow colored smoke into the air to symbolize groundbreaking on the Children's Fantasy Garden renovation.

Three smiling women stand together celebrating Marie Morra (center) as One Albuquerque Volunteer of the Month.

Art piece available for purchase at the Recovery Art Show. It's a large, landscape-oriented painting of a woman wearing a blue mask with elaborate, fantasy-style makeup.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 27/09/2026

A new gallery is coming to the Open Space Visitor Center! Join us for the opening reception of A Parliament of Trees, with artist Brian Stinson, on Oct. 2 from 5 to 7 pm. Explore works inspired by the Bosque & the cottonwood trees that define this vital ecosystem. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Parliament of Trees, a drawing by artist Brian Stinson, featuring grayscale illustration of a leafless tree.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 26/09/2026

Our Balloon Museum has so much Fiesta fun in store for you! Don't miss tours, early childhood programs, STEAM Night, lecture series, & so much more. A favorite is also returning this year: Virtual Reality Balloon Rides! The fun starts Oct. 2. See you there! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Woman wearing VR headset experiencing a virtual hot air balloon ride against a clear blue sky.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 25/09/2026

No one will actually stop you if you want to keep pretending it's summer. We sure won't! ICYMI: Our @cabqparks.bsky.social recently opened the new Vista Beach area of Vista del Norte Park. Build your very own sandcastle! #OneAlbuquerque

Young girl in a pastel rainbow dress playing with sand and a yellow shovel near a sandcastle at the beach-like play area.

Vista Beach Zone sign listing rules: no glass, dogs, or sharp objects, with a caution about hot sand and encouragement to bring sand toys.

Two children playing in the sand, one building sandcastles with a green bucket, the other pushing a toy truck.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 24/09/2026

Looking to do business with the City? Keep an eye on cabq.gov/bid! ➡️Fiduciary Municipal Advisory Services ➡️Food Truck Vendors – (SONV) Community Events ➡️Material Recovery Facility ➡️& more #OneAlbuquerque

Nighttime cityscape of Albuquerque with promotional text for business opportunities (RFPs) with the City.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 24/09/2026

Don't miss this fall favorite! Join us for Casa San Ysidro's Harvest Festival! This two-day celebration showcases our living traditions through demonstrations by local artists on Sept. 26 & 27. Enjoy live music, dance, delicious food, & more. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Blacksmith wearing a straw hat and apron tending to a smoky forge inside a rustic workshop.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 23/09/2026

Work for the City you love! Be part of what makes Albuquerque great. We're looking for key leadership roles: ✅Deputy Director Youth and Family Services ✅Deputy Director for Development Review (Planning) ✅Deputy Executive/Budget Officer (Mayor's Office) Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Smiling toddler running on grass beside a job hiring announcement for Deputy Director of Youth & Family Services in Albuquerque.

City skyline with text announcing hiring for Deputy Director of Development Review in Albuquerque's Planning Department.

A view of downtown Albuquerque as seen from a golf course on a clear, sunny day.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 23/09/2026

Did you know September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month? Scoot on over to your nearest Public Library Albuquerque Bernalillo County & sign up for free! Video Description: A library card pulses atop a table with a jigsaw puzzle of hot air balloons & a stack of library cards. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 22/09/2026

Happy first day of fall, Albuquerque! Who's ready for a walk through the Bosque? Or a trip to the upcoming @abqbiopark.bsky.social Harvest Festival? Drop your favorite autumn activities in the comments! Video Description: A walk down a path through the Bosque during fall. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 21/09/2026

Join us for the Safer Community Places Ordinance Webinar! Learn what's changing, why it matters, and how new safety guidelines can support our community. It all starts at 6 pm on Sept. 22. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Flyer for Albuquerque's Safer Community Places Ordinance webinar on Sept 22, 2026, with Mayor Tim Keller's welcome remarks and Zoom link.

Webinar announcement in Spanish about new community safety ordinances in Albuquerque, featuring Mayor Tim Keller and Zoom details for September 22, 2026.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 21/09/2026

Farewell, summer! Did you miss any of these wins? ☀️City’s Summer Programs Win Best-of-City Award 🌳Renovated Playground at Embudo Hills Park ♫Route 66 Summerfest ✚ more! Video Description: Clips including splash pads, walk through the Bosque, a bike pump track, & the sun. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 20/09/2026

Happy World Cleanup Day! Did you know our One Albuquerque Volunteers have dozens of volunteer opportunities? You can do everything from walk a shelter dog to help with a local clean up. Looking for something a little bigger? Adopt a whole park! Check out oneabqvolunteers.com. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 19/09/2026

ICYMI: We recently celebrated the completion of a major resurfacing project at the Sierra Vista West Tennis Complex! We resurfaced all 10 tennis courts at Sierra Vista for the first time since 2005. #OneAlbuquerque

Group of people gathered around a tennis court sign reading 'Joe Felice Court' on a sunny day with blue skies.

Group of people gathered behind a fence with a green sign reading 'Joe Felice Court' on a sunny day with blue sky and clouds.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 18/09/2026

Get ready, Albuquerque! The balloons are almost here! What you most excited for? Mass ascension? The balloon glow? Special shapes? Let us know! Video Description: A series of clips of hot air balloons. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 17/09/2026

There's so much to love about the Route 66 Visitor Center! Did you know there is a fall concert series? Join us for a free, new performance every week. Next up on Sept. 19 from noon to 4 pm is Tejano Legends Meet the New Mexico Allstars! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Route 66 Visitor Center Fall Centennial Concert Series announcement with a clean white background and soft beige cloud shapes.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 16/09/2026

Take a journey with us as we experience the new Gallery One public art project, PASSAGE. Video Description: Short clips and stills featuring a table with a book on it with handwritten messages, a wall with backlit cassette tapes, and backlit tree branches sticking upwards. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 15/09/2026

The City strives to be a bike-friendly community where people can bicycle for recreation and essential transportation. Did you know we have over 500 miles of bikeways, including on-street bike lanes and off-street multi-use trails? Find bike maps, resources, & more at cabq.gov/bike. #OneAlbuquerque

Cyclist wearing a yellow jersey with a red Zia sun symbol rides on a paved path beside dry grass under a cloudy sky.

Children wearing helmets navigate bicycles through an orange cone obstacle course on a sunny day with an instructor guiding them near a white tent.

Two cyclists ride in a bright green bike lane on a city street under a green traffic light.

Person wearing a helmet rides a bicycle on a marked bike lane along a sunny street with trees overhead.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 14/09/2026

Catch up on City news from last week! ➡️City’s Summer Programs Win Best-of-City Award ➡️Inclusive Swim Is Back! ➡️New Mural Brings More Color to Balloon Fiesta Park Check out cabq.gov/news to read about these topics and more. #OneAlbuquerque

A colorful Public Art mural by Molly Mendenhall features hot air balloons, birds, flowers, and other nature-inspired imagery against a bright blue sky. The balloons and surrounding elements are rendered in vibrant reds, oranges, greens, blues, and purples, creating a whimsical, playful composition. The mural is painted on the exterior wall of a building.

Two participants enjoying Inclusive Swim time at Highland Pool.

Group of children sitting in a circle on grass enjoying a summer program outdoors in Albuquerque.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 13/09/2026

Celebrate The Other Route 66 with an evening of art, performance, and storytelling! The Albuquerque Museum's Third Thursday is this week on Sept. 17 from 5 to 8:30 pm. As always, enjoy free entry! Don't miss live music, a poetry reading, & more. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Shiny red classic car displayed in the Albuquerque Museum with a family viewing a wall with text information about The Other Route 66 exhibition in the background.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 12/09/2026

ICYMI: Guests may have noticed a new fuzzy face at @abqbiopark.bsky.social Running Wild recently and wondered what exactly am I looking at? A bear? A cat? How about both! Meet Poppy. She is a binturong, also known as a bearcat, who is new to the BioPark Zoo. #OneAlbuquerque

Poppy the binturong pokes her face out into the sunlight. She has black shaggy fur on her body and lighter-colored speckled fur on her face with long whiskers and brown eyes.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 11/09/2026

ICYMI: The City is stepping up for Little Leagues! We recently made major improvements to youth baseball and softball facilities throughout town, with nearly $6 million in upgrades completed and another $1.3 million underway. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Youth baseball team posing together on a dusty field with mountains in the background under a chain-link fence.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 10/09/2026

Time is running out! Registration closes for the Fiesta Fanatics cleanup event on Sept. 18. This exciting community-driven event takes place one week ahead of Balloon Fiesta and represents one of our largest neighborhood cleanup initiatives of the year. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Colorful hot air balloons of various patterns floating against a clear blue sky during a sunny day.

Crowd of people, including children and adults, gathered outdoors on a sunny day, some wearing bright green vests and casual clothing.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 09/09/2026

Catch up on City news from last week! ➡️Safer Roads in a Flash ➡️PASSAGE Opens at Gallery One ➡️City, APS Expand School-Based Violence Intervention Program to 11 Schools Check out cabq.gov/news to read about these topics and more. #OneAlbuquerque

Press conference speakers ACS Director Jodie Esquibel, Mayor Tim Keller, APS Superintendent Dr. Gabriella Durán Blakey, ACS Deputy Director of Violence Intervention Program Dr. Jasmine Desiderio posing.

Irene the Asian elephant is pictured in a head-on closeup with her ears spread out to the sides. There is green foliage and two tree trunks in the background.

Margaret Lucero standing in the aisle where buses park at the Alvarado Transportation Center.

An immersive gallery installation featuring clusters of bare tree branches arranged around chairs, rugs, and small tables, with dramatic lighting casting branch-like shadows across the walls.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 08/09/2026

We invite you to Civic Plaza this Friday to commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001 & remember the lives lost that day. Join the City & Bernalillo County at 11 am as we honor the courage & sacrifice of all those who answered the call to serve. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Large group of firefighters gathered in front Civic Plaza with a giant American flag suspended between two fire truck ladders for a September 11 memorial event. The APD, AFR, BernCo Fire, and Bernalillo County Sheriff appears at the top.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 08/09/2026

It's National Dog Walker Appreciation Day! Did you know you can volunteer with Animal Welfare to walk the dogs? Talk about a win/win! We have many volunteer opportunities if being out and about is your thing. Connect with our community today! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Woman wearing sunglasses and a black cap kneeling on grass while holding a tan dog on a leash at a park with colorful inflatable slides in the background.

Black and white dog wearing a green bandana and an 'Adopt Me' tag drinks from a person's hand outdoors.

Two women pet a happy dog wearing a purple 'Adopt Me' bandana at an outdoor event with people in the background.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day, Albuquerque! ➡️ Closed: 311, ABQ RIDE & Sun Van, museums, animal shelters, libraries, community & senior centers, City offices ➡️ Open: ABQ BioPark, golf courses, indoor swimming pools, trash & recycling pickup Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 07/09/2026

If you're not used to spending time in nature, it can feel a bit like a pigeon pretending to be a duck. 🦆 But don't worry, nature doesn't judge. We have thousands of acres of Open Space lands ready and waiting for you. Not sure where to start? Visit our Open Space Visitor Center! #OneAlbuquerque

A pigeon floating calmly on still water with its reflection clearly visible beneath it.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 05/09/2026

ICYMI: There's a new park at the Route 66 Visitor Center, and it's dazzling! Visit Neon @ Nine Mile Hill, featuring a collection of vintage roadside signs that reflect the style and culture of the Mother Road. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Neon signs glowing brightly at night in a desert setting with benches and small trees nearby.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 04/09/2026

Happy National Wildlife day! 🦎 We're so fortunate to have thousands of acres of Open Space lands. Over the years, our Open Space team members have captured incredible photos of wildlife. What critters have you seen at our parks or Open Space areas? #OneAlbuquerque

A small lizard basking on a sunlit rocky surface in a natural outdoor setting.

A roadrunner bird standing among dry twigs and beige plants.

A hawk with outstretched wings perched on a rocky surface, preparing to take flight in a sunlit natural setting.

Woodpecker with a red crown pecking at a tree branch covered in orange sap.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 03/09/2026

Don't forget to slow down and stay alert! Help crossing guards protect our kids. With thousands of students back in school, we're reminding drivers to obey bus laws, eliminate distractions, and exercise patience. Thank you, Albuquerque! #OneAlbuquerque

An illustration of a crossing guard holding stop sign while children cross street, with safety tips on respecting guards and driving cautiously near crosswalks.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 02/09/2026

Did you miss the first @cabqparks.bsky.social Doggy Paddle? Don't worry, there's still one more! Registration opens at Sept. 10 at 10 am (the event is Sept. 12 with various time slots at Rio Grande Pool). Space is limited & fills fast! Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

A black dog wearing a red life jacket swimming in a pool with a green tennis ball in its mouth.

Golden retriever swimming in a clear blue pool while holding a green tennis ball in its mouth.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 01/09/2026

The cottage development design competition has officially kicked off! The City was awarded an AARP Community Challenge grant to hold a design competition for design professionals and UNM students to create a cottage development project as age-friendly housing. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Poster announcing AARP Design Competition kickoff event on September 11 in Albuquerque, focusing on housing innovation.

Man in a hat browsing items at a table covered with a black cloth labeled 'One Albuquerque Departments' inside a warmly lit event space.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 01/09/2026

Labor Day is Monday, September 7! ➡️ Closed: 311, ABQ RIDE & Sun Van, museums, animal shelters, libraries, community & senior centers, City offices ➡️ Open: ABQ BioPark, golf courses, indoor swimming pools, trash & recycling pickup Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 31/08/2026

Catch up on City news from last week! ➡️Brightening the Metro: Hundreds of Lights Installed ➡️State of the City 2026: Mayor Charts a Path From Scarcity to Abundance ➡️City Offers Its Unused Properties to Public Check out cabq.gov/news to read about these topics and more. #OneAlbuquerque

Mayor of Albuquerque, Tim Keller, speaking outdoors with an American flag in the background during the 2026 State of the City address.

Map of the light projects that DMD has worked from 2025 through August 2026.

Three young girls playing together outdoors on a green table.

Downtown Albuquerque skyline with a parking lot full of cars in the foreground.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 30/08/2026

The Cactus and Succulent Show returns to the @abqbiopark.bsky.social Botanic Garden! Join us this weekend (Sept. 5 & 6) from 10 am to 4 pm. Enjoy demonstrations from the Cactus and Succulent Society of New Mexico, an exhibition of prize-winning plants, and more. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Potted succulents in shades of green and pink at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 29/08/2026

The next Family Nature Club is next Saturday! Explore the Cottonwood Springs Trail on a one-mile walk with an Open Space Educator at the Elena Gallegos Open Space at 10 am on Sept. 5. Engage in hands-on learning together as a family. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

Wooden boardwalk winding through dry grassland with short trees and mist-covered mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 28/08/2026

Don't forget, Free First Wednesday at the Albuquerque Museum is just around the corner! Get free general admission from 9 am to 5 pm. Experience our current exhibitions, including The Woods Before Sunrise: Environment and Place in New Mexico's Black Contemporary. Link in the bio. #OneAlbuquerque

A painting of oranges hanging from leafy branches with two people sitting on dry grass near a road under a cloudy sky. Artwork Details: Karsten Creightney, Outskirts, 2018, collage, acrylic, oil and wax on wood, 66 x 78 in.

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 27/08/2026

It's (finally) about to be a little bit cooler! Join us for the next Bosque Wild Guided Hike on Sept. 5 from 8:30 to 11 am at the Open Space Visitor Center. Our Open Space Nature Guides & Trail Watch Volunteer Stewards lead this adventure into one of the gems of our Open Space lands. #OneAlbuquerque

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City of Albuquerque @cabq.gov · 26/08/2026

Looking to do business with the City? Keep an eye on cabq.gov/bid! ➡️Material Recovery Facility ➡️Event Cleaning Services ➡️Request for Expressions of Interest Rt. 66 Visitor Center Tap Room ➡️& more #OneAlbuquerque

Nighttime cityscape of Albuquerque with illuminated buildings.

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