Good morning, Albuquerque.

UNM Facility Services worked with Lobo Energy Inc. to run a Winter Break Setback Program that reduced heating and cooling in unoccupied spaces across campus from Dec.

24 to Jan. 2. The initiative aimed to cut energy use when campus buildings were closed.

Albuquerque installed speed humps on 22 streets in 2025 near community parks to slow traffic, including on Avenida del Sol near Twin Parks.

NMDOT is collecting input on bicycle and pedestrian safety via its survey closing Jan. 15 (the agency will complete a transportation blueprint by early spring).

Albuquerque veterinary behaviorist Dr. Jeff Nichol advises that a territorial 13-year-old indoor cat may be less stressed if a stray Community Cat named Baby stays outdoors, with a cat tree or elevated feeding station (to help prevent conflicts), while he offers pet behavior tips online.

Albuquerque Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North — Free entry — Meet live with hiring employers and explore career opportunities.

Gene Simmons Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Backstage at Revel — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable live performance by the legendary Gene Simmons.

International District Book Group

5-6:30 p.m. — International District Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions about inclusive YA books with diverse characters and themes.

Giant Kaleidoscope Experience

10 AM – 5 PM — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning visual patterns with various items.

Visit the Giant Kaleidoscope

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning patterns with your chosen items.

Functional Programming Through Construction

6-8 p.m. — CG Infinity, Inc. — Free entry — Explore functional programming concepts like pure functions and immutability while enjoying dinner and insights from Cameron Presley.

The Children's Hour

7:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Little Theatre — Cost varies — Experience a powerful live performance exploring themes of trust and friendship.

Stop.Drop.Rewind Concert

7-10 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets starting at $51 — Experience a live performance by Stop.Drop.Rewind in an energetic atmosphere.

Southwest Indoor Sectionals 2026

8 a.m. — Hit or Miss Archery Center — Early registration fee required — Compete in the NFAA 300 rounds and aim for high scores to improve your national ranking.