Calendar of Events

April 19, 2008

Albuquerque Bio Park

Aquarium-Botanic Garden-Zoo

 Earth Day

In concert with zoos and aquariums across the nation, the Albuquerque Biological Park will celebrate Earth Day in a BIG way with a Party for the Planet on Saturday, April 19, from 10:00am-2:00pm.  Visitors to each of the BioPark’s facilities – Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach – will learn how to lessen their impact on the Earth and protect animals, plants and habitats.

At each facility, Celebra la Ciencia stations will feature family-focused, hands-on science activities taught by bilingual instructors.  All Earth Day activities are included with regular admission.

At the Zoo, visitors will learn about endangered animals from around the world and how to protect them.  Children can celebrate the “Year of the Frog” as they learn to identify frog calls and study tadpoles.  The New Mexico Solar Energy Association will install a photovoltaic panel on the Zoo’s gift shop during the event and will provide information about solar energy.

At the Aquarium, visitors will follow a drop of water from the Rio Grande to the sea as they learn about amazing aquatic animals and how to protect marine ecosystems.  Children will be able to make their own “mini-aquarium” to take home (while supplies last).

At the Botanic Garden, visitors will learn about plants for water-wise gardens and will be able to plant seeds to take home for their own garden.  Local landscape architects will compete in a chalk art competition in the Aquarium/Botanic Garden plaza and will install temporary xeric landscapes near the parking lot. 

At Tingley Beach, the BioVan will showcase plants and animals found along the Rio Grande.  Guided wildlife-watching hikes through the nearby bosque will take place at 11:00am, 12:00pm and 1:00pm.  Fishing lessons and pond life studies will take place at the Tingley Beach fishing lakes.

Celebra la Ciencia is a coalition of local science education institutions dedicated to engaging families in informal, hands-on science programs and increasing awareness about science career opportunities

April 29, 2008

Balloon Museum and APS Department of Indian Education

9201 Balloon museum Road NW

This event is closed to the public and is a joint collaboration with APS Indian Education Department, the Balloon Museum, the Balloon Explorium and Celebra la Ciencia.  1,400 guests are expected to attend.  Celebra, UNM, ENLACE and a nano-science activity with Stefi (UNM) with share three tables.  You are welcome to have brochures, fliers etc. out and/or attend this event. 

May 10, 2008

Fossils Through Time

New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science

1801 Mountain Rd NW

Come and investigate the fascinating world of fossils!

Contact: Carolyn Gregory at carolyn.gregory@state.nm.us

or 505-841-2814.

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