First West Kids is holding a Christmas camp at First Baptist Church of West Albuquerque Friday. The free camp is for kids from age 4 through sixth grade and will run from 5:30-8 p.m. Campers will be served pizza for dinner and cupcakes for dessert and enjoy crafts, games and the story of Christmas. Registration is open. For more information, contact Becki Henderson, Children’s Ministry director, at 505-217-4648.
Author: Kevin Hendricks
Kevin Hendricks
Kevin, also known as Steak Sauce, is a reporter for the Neighborhood Journal with a focus on the Ventana Ranch area. He has over 14 years of journalism experience, including reporting, editing and page design.
School ratings are a major factor for prospective homeowners trying to decide what neighborhood to buy in. The Neighborhood Journal will feature a different school in the Northeast and Northwest Albuquerque each week to help you understand how schools in those neighborhoods are performing. Below you will find stats and rankings from Greatschools.org that will help you navigate the school scores in your neighborhood. James Monroe Middle School James Monroe Middle School was established in 2001 in northwest Albuquerque. GreatSchool Ratings James Monroe Middle School has a 5/10 rating, and 12 reviewers have given the school two out of five stars. JMMS…
M’Tucci’s Moderno offers great views, food and drinks for people in northwest Albuquerque. Moderno, a sister restaurant of M’Tucci’s Italian on Coors and Montaño, has a large menu and plenty of tasty drinks. The star of the restaurant, however, is the stunning view of the Sandia Mountains. There are four M’Tucci’s locations in the Metro area, but these are hardly chain restaurants. The general manager and chef at each location is encouraged to tweak the menu to their liking and put their own spin on what their restaurant provides. Robin Dibble, the GM at M’Tucci’s Moderno, has 25 years of…
The beginning and advanced orchestras from Tony Hillerman Middle School performed their Winter Concert 2022 Tuesday night in front of a packed house of beaming parents, friends and family. Josh Osborne directed both orchestras. The beginning orchestra performed “Maiden’s Rescue,” “The Red Lion” and “St. Nick’s Canon on the Housetop.” The advanced group played “Adirondack Sleighride,” “Sweet Petite Winter Suite” and “Sleigh Ride Jingles.” The THMS band will put on a performance at 6 p.m. Thursday in the gym. Previous Next
Petroglyph Elementary School is inviting the entire family out Wednesday for a night of painting fun. The school will be hosting a Family Paint Night event at 6 p.m. Wednesday at in the cafeteria. There will be snacks, games and, of course, painting. Students and kids are free, and it’s $2 for adults. Petroglyph is asking everyone to register before the event to make sure there are enough painting supplies.
Tony Hillerman Middle School and Volcano Vista High School have teamed up with Blue Star Mothers of America for a donation drive. Blue Star Mothers of America is an organization of mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers and female legal guardians who have children serving in the military or who are veterans that was formed in 1942 in Michigan. The group provides support for active-duty service personnel, promotes patriotism and assists veterans’ organizations with 188 chapters across America. The New Mexico chapter is asking for donations, which will be sent to New Mexico soldiers serving overseas. Requested donations Peanut butter packs…
It’s almost time for Spirit Week at Ventana Ranch Elementary School. Students will close out 2022 with themed days beginning Wednesday. Spirit Week themes Wednesday, Dec. 14: What Not To Wear (wear ugly sweaters and crazy hats, headbands and socks) Thursday, Dec. 15: Winter Character Day (dress up as your favorite winter character) Friday, Dec. 16: Santa’s Workshop Imposters (dress up as someone from the North Pole) Monday, Dec. 19: Merry Monday (dress in fun and festive red and green) Tuesday, Dec. 20: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (wear comfy and cozy pajamas) The first semester of the 2022-23 school…
Winter musical performances are coming to Tony Hillerman Middle School. Students at THMS will put on three shows this week for friends and family. Choir: 6 p.m.Monday at the Volcano Vista High School Performing Arts Center Orchestra: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the THMS gym Band: 6 p.m.Thursday in the THMS gym
Here’s our Monday rundown of everything you need to know for the week of Dec. 12-16. The weather: Albuquerque is expected to get a little colder as Christmas nears. Monday could see some rain during the evening. Tuesday and Friday are both forecasted to have a high of 41. Here’s what is happening in Albuquerque this week There is a Finance and Government Operations meeting from 6-9 p.m. Monday that is open to the public. The meeting will take place via Zoom and the public is asked to sign up to comment on the meeting’s agenda. There will be a…
Josh Earp is working to help heal his Ventana Ranch neighbors. Earp, a masseuse with nearly 14 years of experience, recently opened Indigo Healing Massage. Indigo Healing Massage, located on the second floor of Demi’s Salon Boutiques at 10124 Coors NW, opened on April 2. Since then, Earp has been offering a variety of services for his clients. “It’s based around massage obviously, and then you can kind of make it your own massage,” Earp said. “We offer different things like hot stone, hot towels, aromatherapy. We have a hypervolt machine, which is basically a percussion gun. That is great…