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Return Fire
Soldier files a racism complaint about his superiors
Adam Jarrell has wanted to be in the military since he was a kid. So his treatment in Afghanistan came as quite a shock, he says. During his yearlong deployment, he was subject to racial slurs and threats of physical violence, according to a complaint. Jarrell says someone even hung a noose outside his sleeping quarters.
Answer Me This
What do you know about last week?
- The Monsoon Approaches But the Drought Persists by Laura Paskus via NM Political Report (7/12/2018)
- New Mexico News: Forest Closures, Fireworks Bans and a Very Hot Planet by August March (6/14/2018)
- Healthy Plants, Healthy Kids by Robin Babb (4/19/2018)
- Brave New World Vulture by Maggie Grimason (4/19/2018)
- Kirtland Jet Fuel Spill Update: New Plans and Protests in Process by August March (3/29/2018)
- More Oil, More Gas, Please by Laura Paskus via NM Political Report (2/15/2018)
Elizabeth W. Hughes
Get Out!
To the North Country
When the hazy Albuquerque skyline started to look like a yellowed Polaroid print, the Alibi’s travel writer decided to head for cooler climes beneath the pines at Heron Lake State Park.
Odds & Ends
Funny because it happens to someone else.
- Odds & Ends by Joshua Lee (7/19/2018)
- Odds & Ends by Joshua Lee (7/12/2018)
- Odds & Ends by Joshua Lee (7/5/2018)
- Odds & Ends by Joshua Lee (6/28/2018)
- Odds & Ends by Joshua Lee (6/21/2018)
- Odds & Ends by Joshua Lee (6/14/2018)
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The Movement of Revolution
Ghanaian Dance Classes
Learn traditional Ghanaian dance from a master of the genre.
Image via Pixabay
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Hearing is Believing
The Science of Sound
Learn about the science of recorded sounds. Record a voice straight to vinyl with a restored record cutter and make a record player from paper and a cactus needle. For ages 13 to 17.
Courtesy of El Vado ABQ
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New Kicks on 66
El Vado ABQ Grand Re-Opening
Drive down Route 66 and you're bound to see the countless historic motels that have gone by the wayside in one way or another. El Vado Motor Court Motel refused to be one of them, and holy shit have they had a comeuppance. Originally opening their doors in 1937, shifting through several owners and narrowly avoiding demolition, the city of Albuquerque stepped in knowing there was an opportunity for something unique. Come by their grand re-opening on Friday, July 20 from 6 to 10pm of the historic motel with the opening ceremony beginning at 8:30pm. The new spaces are apartments, guest rooms, event space, shops and restaurant pods. The small restaurant spaces are offered to up-and-coming restauranteurs to get their footing in the industry. No shortage of beer, food, giveaways, room tours, shopping, live music and more, this space is a new beginning and much needed rehab for the city. El Vado promises to “STAY UNIQUE.”
Photo by Jim Gale
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Time for Summerfest!
Route 66 Summerfest
See headliner Irma Thomas as well as The Memphis P.Tails, Max Gomez, Silver String Band and more as well as a kids' zone, brews and plenty of vendors.
Image via Pixabay
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Roller Derby Saves the Day
Albuquerque Roller Derby Mashup Game
Watch the The Unicorns in a mashup game of heroes vs. villains with face painting, local artists, a bounce house for the kids, local vendors, libations and snacks.
Image via Pixabay
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If It Ain't Baroque, Don't Fix It
Ballet of the Seven Planets Workshop
Learn traditional Baroque ballet from the time of Louis the XIV sponsored by the Dance Preservation Fund.
Image via Pixabay
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Like They Do in Havana—Ooh Na Na
¡Baile!: Rueda de Casino (Cuban Salsa) Dance Classes
Instructors Evelyn Mora and Norma Quiñones offer a chance for families and friends to learn the history, culture and basic movements for salsa, bachata, merengue and more.
