Krispy Kreme free doughnuts June 1st only!!!

Celebrate one of the sweetest days of the year by commemorating National Doughnut Day with a one-of-a-kind complimentary treat from Krispy Kreme®. On Friday, June 1 stop in to any participating Krispy Kreme US shops for a FREE doughnut of any variety. No purchase necessary. On Friday, June 1, Krispy Kreme is helping its fans across the country pay homage on this delectable holiday by offering every guest one FREE doughnut of any variety at participating Krispy Kreme US locations. The offer is good for one free doughnut of any variety per customer on Friday, June 1 only. Visit http://KrispyKreme.com/ for store locations. This year marks 75 years of sharing delicious tastes, and creating fond memories and shared special moments through the joy that is Krispy Kreme® Doughnuts. In celebration of 75 years of love for its one-of-a-kind doughnuts, including the world-famous Original Glazed® doughnut- Krispy Kreme is inviting its fans around the globe to join the celebration. Post your Happy 75th Birthday message on a virtual Birthday Card, interact with the Time Machine of Joy, and share your sweetest Krispy Kreme memories at www.CelebrateKrispyKreme.c​om.

Free/Inexpensive Summer Activities

My goal this summer is to have a ton of fun without spending a ton of money.  I thought I would share what I found and hope that others will share as well. Please post anything else you find on the blog!

Free breakfast and/or lunch courtesy of Bernalillo County. These are first come first serve and are free for anyone who comes.
The closest sights are:
VR apartments  Lunch from 11:30 - 1  (starts 6/4)
Paradise Hills Comm. Center  Breakfast from 7:30 - 8:30  and Lunch from 10:30 - 1 (starts 6/11)
Paradise Hills Pool from 12-2 (starts 6/4)

Regal Summer Movie Express (Cottonwood Stadium)
Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard the Summer Movie Express to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, participating Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only a dollar on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10:00. A portion of proceeds from the Summer Movie Express will be donated to the Will Rogers Institute.   See schedule at:        
http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress
(starts 6/5)

Dions Club Read
http://www.dions.com/community/club-read-program/
pick up a "scorecard" at any Dions location. Return to any locations and receive the second "scorecard," return to Isotopes Park and receive:

• Official Dion’s Club Read t-shirt
• One ticket voucher for an Isotopes game

Coupon for a small drink at Isotopes Park

A certificate of achievement

One entry for the Grand Prize Drawing

Grand Prize Includes:

• Four (4) tickets to be Orbit's guest at the August 19th game
• Honorary ceremonial first pitch
• An autographed baseball
• One large Dion’s pizza to enjoy during the game in Club Level seats
• A $20.00 gift card to use at any Dion’s location

Albuquerque Isotopes
BOGO free through PNM
http://www.ticketmaster.com/pnm12
password PNM12

for games on
6/19 7:05pm
7/16 7:05pm
8/21 6:35pm

Albuquerque BioPark
http://www.bioparksociety.org/memberships
If you are a fan of the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanical Gardens I would suggest a BioPark membership.
Your Membership entitles you to:

• FREE UNLIMITED Admission* to all ABQ BioPark Facilities:
  
  • Zoo
  • Botanic Garden
  • Aquarium
• FREE Admission to Zoo Boo and the Mothers' Day Symphony Concert
• HALF PRICE Admission to the Summer Nights and Zoo Music Concert series
• FREE or discounted admission to over 150 reciprocal zoos and aquariums throughout the nation
• DISCOUNTS at all BioPark giftshops, special events like Run for the Zoo, our exciting education classes and train passes
• FREE Subscription to BioScape, our members-only quarterly publication featuring special insider information, upcoming events and updates on animal developments
• INVITATIONS to our wildly popular and exclusive members-only picnic "Feast With the Beasts", annual meeting, and events

*during regular operating hours 

Memberships start at $49, but I suggest purchasing a family plan and sharing it with a friend or family member. For example, my pass is for 3 adults and 4 kids, the adults are named, but the kids are not.  My name, my mom and my sister-in-law are on the pass. The pass is $95, we each pay $32 and we can all go as much as we want for an entire year. 

Summer Reading Program @ the Public Library
 • A free 7 week program at your library that encourages children, teens and adults to read throughout the summer.
• Everyone can register, read, and be eligible for fun incentives (prizes).
• There are free programs and workshops in our libraries all summer long.
See All Events http://library.cabq.gov/summerreadingprogram
Events at Taylor Ranch Library 

5700 Bogart NW 87120 897-8816

Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.

June 5 Impossible Possibilities and Tall Tales with Ramona King

June 12 Stories & Songs by Sean Etigson

June 19 Magic with Animals with John Polinko

July 3 Drumfest, A Celebration of Drums! with Kevin Kinane

July 10 Sleeptalkin': Stories about Dreamin' with Elaine Muray

July 17 Shouts & Whispers: Songs and Stories to Use Your Voice

Additional Family Fun!

June 26 10:30 a.m. Solar Telescope Viewing

Renee's Fancy Mac and Cheese Correction
I apologize if you tried this and your sauce didn't thicken!  Sorry, I really just dumped ingredients in, messed with it til I liked it and guessed later.  Start with 4 cups of milk and and wait til it thickens, you'll probably need more, maybe up to six cups, to make it a nice creamy consistency.  It will thicken a little as you bake it.  I will test it myself and re-post my findings. Darn, more mac' n' cheese in my future:-) 

waffle iron

Does anyone have this kind of waffle iron I can borrow next weekend? Please email me at bnljustice (at) gmail (dot) com or call 4.4.9 7871 if you're willing to lend it out for the day bnljustice (at) gmail (dot) com. I would appreciate it so much!!

Power Washer

Hi There!

I am in need of a power washer to clean some old barn wood and thought I would first ask here (before I go rent one) to see if anyone had one that they would be willing to lend out...??  I wouldn't need it for too long, just a day or so, and it doesn't need to be a huge fancy one.  I just want to make sure this old wood is clean before it goes up in my home.  If you have any info or know of someone who might have a connection to one-please let me know! I really appreciate it!

-Cami Fairbanks

zcfairbanks(at)gmail(dot)com

Free Class! Photoshop Top 5

Hi everyone! I wanted to let you know about a free class that will be happening June 18- June 23rd to celebrate the 5th birthday of JessicaSprague.com. If you have ever been intimidated by Photoshop or maybe you want to pick up a few new Photoshop skills, then this is the class for you. Photoshop Top 5 will teach you 5 skills that everyone needs to know. Here is a sneak peak at the topics being covered:

• Quick tricks on how to edit photos
• How to use a digital quickpage
• How to add frames and textures to photos
• How to use Photoshop brushes
• How to make a card

Once you register for a class at JessicaSprague.com, it is yours to keep forever. So even if you don't have time to do the class during the birthday celebration, you can come back at any time and work through it at your own pace. Click here to learn more about the class and to register. 

So Long...Farewell...

So many wonderful women have left or will be leaving ABQ for great adventures! I thought it would be fun to have one last party with them before they are gone! Come to my house for a GNO to eat yummy food and hang out with good friends. Wednesday @ 7:00 :)Bring your beautiful self and a treat to share. You can email me at hatch(dot)amy(at)gmail(dot)com if you have any questions.

Patio Chairs

Before I put these on craigslist, I thought I would offer them here.  set of 6 matching patio chairs, all in great shape.  (the colors are dark green and white)  Asking $60 for the set, or make me an offer.  contact michechapman(at)gmail(dot)com or in Ventana Ward directory.

Essentials Oil Class

If you are interested in learning how to use essential oils, please join me for a workshop at my home. Children are welcome (in fact, the class will be based on treating childhood bumps, bruises and so forth!) The first 10 people to R.S.V.P and come will receive a 5mL bottle of Wild Orange oil. A light luncheon will be served. Let me know if you can attend.

June 15

10:30-12:30

6927 Hawkwatch Rd NW

girlpowerjedi at hotmail dot com

Good-Bye Lunch for Anneliese McCracken

Didn't know if you all got this...

 

Hey ABQ friends! We are going to have a so-sad-you-are-leaving-us lunch/playdate at the park for the lovely Anneliese McCracken this Thursday at Tuscarora Park (the park in VRW with swings) at 11:00 a.m. Just bring yourself and your kiddos and something yummy to share as we say good-bye to an awesome friend!!

Boxes for moving

If anyone wants moving boxes, we have quite a few.  Call me if you want some before I get rid of them.  My number is in the ward directory.

--Renee W.

Renee's Fancy Mac 'N Cheese

   * 8 Tb butter
   * 6 Tb flour
   * 8 c. milk
   * 7 t. salt (or to taste)
   * 1/8 t. ground pepper
   * 1/2 lb Velveeta (cut into 1" cubes)
   * 4-6c shredded cheese
   * 8 bacon slices cooked and chopped
   * 24 ritz crackers crushed
   * 1 lb elbow macaroni

Preheat oven to 350.  Heat water for pasta, cook until done, then drain and let sit. Stir in a tablespoon of butter to prevent clumping. Melt butter in a large saucepan.  Whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute.  Whisk in milk and heat until thickens.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Add more milk if too thick.  Add Velveeta, and heat back to boiling.  Turn off heat and stir in shredded cheese .  Spray a 9x13 with nonstick spray.  Fill pan 3/4 full with pasta and stir in sauce, mixing in 1/2 of the chopped bacon.  Sprinkle the crushed crackers over the pasta.  Top with the rest of the bacon.  Bake 25-30 minutes until topping is crispy.

Photography Class

Just a reminder that we are having the intro to photography class at Rochelle D.'s house tomorrow night (Thursday, May 24th) at her house. Remember to bring you camera as well as the manual that goes with it. Hope to see you there!

Before this baby is born, I need to get a camera, and not just use my cell phone.  I know a lot of people have upgraded to knew cameras with all you good bloggers, and are great photographers.  I was wondering if anyone had a decent camera, maybe a few years old, I could buy from them, before I run to Target and pay retail. I'm totally good with a used one.  I haven't had a camera in a few years, since my last one stopped working.  :)Thanks!

Andrea R.  rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com

Also. DO YOUR KIDS LOVE TO SING AND DANCE...OR WATCH OTHERS SING AND DANCE?   TONIGHT (WEDNESDAY) MAY 23RD 5:30-6:30 SUNSHINE GENERATION PERFORMANCE AT THE 7-BAR LDS STAKE CENTER.  FUN, UPLIFTING MUSIC ALL THE KIDS WILL ENJOY. 

Just a friendly reminder ...June 4th is the last day to register for my summer art classes

I am excited to announce my lineup of art classes for this summer. I am holding 3 classes. Here are the details:

To register, send me an email to confirm that your child will be attending. (Rachael Boyle - rachaelboyle(at)gmail(dot)com) Please include their name and age and which class they will attend.  A $30 NONREFUNDABLE deposit (per child per camp) will need to be mailed to me (please email me if you need my home address) OR delivered to my house within a WEEK after registering. The $30 will be applied to the total cost of the class, the remainder of the total cost will be due on the first day of class.

The deadline to register for ALL classes is June 4th! Don't miss out, register early!

There needs to be a minimum of 6 children registered per class otherwise I will likely cancel that particular class. So invite your friends!

On the other hand, if a camp becomes too full, I will split it and create a second group.

If your child would like to participate in one of these camps but your schedule does not allow it, please let me know. If I have enough interested children I will hold another camp at a different date.

As a side note, I will begin teaching semi-private art classes in the fall. If you are interested, please let me know.

And here's the summer camp lineup ...!

Skillful Drawing and Painting - Training The Artist's Eye

I am going to tell you a secret. Shhhh. To more easily paint/draw a beautiful masterpiece of something, you need to break it up and look at it in terms of colors, shapes, and lines! Wa la! Instant success, and that's what I want to teach you in this class. What "really" makes a picture? Training the artist's eye!

Acrylic paints on canvass, watercolors on cold pressed paper, and black and white charcoal/chalk on black and white drawing paper will be our tools to create our 3 masterpieces. 

If you attended last year, our approach will be similar to the approach we used when we painted the picture of the boat docked on the beach with the shimmering sunset.  (It won't be the same photo again, but it was very helpful for the children to reference a photo.) I taught the group what to look for, then I walked around and helped each child individually. It was very successful and each child was VERY proud of their work.

This class is appropriate for children 7 years of age and older.

June 11, 13, and 15th, 3 days

10am - 12am each day

Cost is $75 per child. Includes all materials. Child is responsible for bringing their own cover-up.

Window Splashes: Promotional Signs and Holiday Art on Home and Business Windows

You know those cute holiday pictures or those neon promotional signs you see on business windows? Well I am going to show you how they're done. 

Window painting is super fun! But it is also takes planning and can be technical. In this class, you will use acrylic paints at first, BUT once you've practiced, you'll learn how to transfer your design to big windows and use very high quality paints (that are special ordered), expensive brushes, and very smelly chemicals like turpentine and other oil solvents. 

Here's the best part, we will paint Dairy Queen's windows, located on Southern Blvd., for the Fourth of July Rio Rancho parade! Everyone will see it from the road! That's right, you'll be famous! Plus, after our hard work, Dairy Queen is going to treat all of the hot and tired artist to ice-cream!

This class is appropriate for children ages 8 and older and who want to be a part of something BIG!

June 18-22  

Time: 5pm-6:30 pm 

Cost is $100 per child. Includes all materials. Child is responsible for bringing their own cover-up and bottled water.


More details will be emailed to those who register for this class. 

Splatter, Stick, and Stain

This is your get messy, make messy, messy here, messy there, messy EVERYWHERE type of camp for children who like to have fun and create. But before we start, I will read a different book at the beginning of each day that will go along with our project for that day. Your child will enjoy listening to the book and thinking outside of the box while incorporating real art skills and learning about famous artists. Everyday we will create a new piece of artwork for your child to take home and proudly display!

This class is appropriate for children entering kindergarten in the fall to 8 years old. Come get your mess on with us!

June 25-28

2pm-3pm

Cost is $60 per child. Includes all materials. Child is responsible for bringing their own cover-up.


I can't wait! We are going to have super fun and I am looking forward to seeing all of my returning artists and new ones! Here's to splattered paint, black charcoal smudges on our faces, fingers stuck together, colored soaked cover-ups, and messy floors!

lunch & chatting about parenting

Mark your calendars for next Thursday, May 31st from 11:30-1:30 for a fun day at my house. We're going to have a lunch party potluck style and then chat about parenting ideas such as; teaching your kids to work (I have specific ideas for ages 2+), keeping your house clean, allowances, chores, disciplining, etc. Some people asked me some of my tricks and I'd like to hear the same from the rest of you. (I also picked Michelle English's brain many a conversation to see how that amazing woman worked and will happily spill her secrets as well.) Kids are welcome. Hope you can come! Melissa melissa dot lee dot spencer at gmail dot com

Larsen's 4th Annual Summer Activities Camp

LARSEN’S 4th ANNUAL SUMMER ACTIVITIES CAMP …..Calling all boys and girls ages 4-8 Date: June 18th-22nd Mon-Fri 1:45-2:45 July 30th-Aug. 3rd Mon-Fri 1:45-2:45 Location: 10223 Ventana Oeste Dr. (my backyard) Pricing is: $20 ($15 for 1st sibling, $10 for 2nd sibling) Camp Schedule: Monday: Water Games Tuesday: Mini-Olympics Wednesday: Hunting games (such as scavenger hunts) Thursday: Sports Games Friday: Awards and Celebration We will be providing drinks and a cold snack, have your child wear their swimsuit. Contact me Larsen Rogers at sportyrogers1@gmail.com or 715-2841 The camp has filled up quickly the last 3 years, so call quickly to reserve your spot! All profit goes towards my club soccer for next year! Thanks for your support

Boxer needs a good home

We have a 2 1/2 year old female pure-bred boxer that we are looking to place in a good home.  She is up to date on her shots, has been micro-chipped, is fixed, and is good with children.  We love her but don't have the time to walk/play/care for this high-energy dog the way she deserves on top of my three high energy kids.  Email me if you are interested at mammaburk (at) gmail (dot) com. 

LARSEN’S 3rd ANNUAL SOCCER CAMP

LARSEN’S 3rd ANNUAL SOCCER CAMP …..Calling all boys ages 7-9 Date: June 20th-22nd Wed-Fri 3:15-4:15 Location:. (park down the street from our house) 10223 Ventana Oeste Dr. Pricing is: $25 ($15 for 1st sibling, $10 for 2nd sibling) We will be providing drinks and a cold snack. Head Coach: Larsen Rogers Assistant Coach: Brad Rogers Contact me Larsen Rogers at sportyrogers1@gmail.com or 715-2841 The camp has filled up quickly the last 2 years, so call quickly to reserve your spot! *Profit goes towards my club soccer for next year! Thanks for your support!

Recipe club change

Due to illness Recipe club will be at Susan Turners home today at 12:30. Thanks!!!

Air Mattress

I was wondering if anyone has an air mattress we can borrow this weekend? Twin, queen--it doesn't matter. We have family coming into town and one of our has a whole in it. email jennifer dot childers at gmail dot com. Thanks!

Jon Barrie for Senate

Dear Patriots, LDS Members, Friends & Neighbors, In this critical election year, as New Mexico goes so goes the nation. My campaign for U.S. Senate is fast approaching the extraordinary goal of securing the required voter names on the petition to get on the ballot. It is an unfair roadblock for those offering an alternative voice to the duopoly of political parties. That may be election business as usual, but New Mexico—America—can no longer afford a closed shop when it comes to the way government is run. Independents must be on the front lines. That’s why I need your help. If the power elites are to be beaten at their own game, then I hope all Patriots will invest in my grass roots campaign as a commitment to liberty. Consider where I stand … There are no candidates who will say that the state and individual freedoms and sovereign rights must comply with the Bill of Rights. The First Presidency acknowledged that wisdom when they gave us the guideline a few years ago of supporting political candidates “who are truly dedicated to the Constitution in the tradition of our Founding Fathers.” (Deseret News, November 2, 1964.) My campaign for U.S. Senate depends on help from all righteous people like you. The campaign needs additional petition signatures for me to be on the ballot in November. We are also in need of donations, no matter how small. This is a grassroots campaign and requires all of the support we can get from people like you. I will offer true Christian constitutional representation in the senate. This principle of allegiance to the Constitution is basic to our freedom. It is one of the great principles that distinguishes this ‘land of liberty’ from other countries.” (Improvement Era, July 1940, p. 444.) I am asking for your time and donations in this effort to prevent established politicians that do not have our interests at heart from being elected. Please visit my website at www.jonbarrieforsenate.com and print out a copy of the petitions and if you have time have your friends and neighbors sign. Even if you have only one signature that is okay, you can mail them to me, or hand deliver them to either Andrea Rogers or Melanie Hyland (Ventana Ward.) My chief motivation for public service is my grandchildren. My 11 year old twin Granddaughters’ developed a slogan that is very true “He loves the USA just like he loves his granddaughters” I want a better life for them. I was a parent of a special needs child and will donate ½ of my senatorial salary to children with disabilities in New Mexico. The warning of the President Joseph Fielding Smith is most timely: “Now I tell you it is the people of the United States were waking up with the understanding that if they don’t save the Constitution from the dangers that threaten it, we will have a change of government.” (Conference Report, April 1950, p. 159.) In my opinion, 2012 is the most important election year any of us have ever seen. I urge you to get involved in any way you can including forwarding this message Patriots, friends and family. “There is nothing which I dread so much as a division of the republic into two great parties, each arranged under its leader, and concerting measures in opposition to each other. This, in my humble apprehension, is to be dreaded as the greatest political evil under our Constitution.” John Adams ~ October 2, 1780 Thanks and God Bless, Jon Barrie

Hunger Games Trilogy for sale

We went down to that scholastic book club sale that was 25- 50% off books......loved it! Only problem, the kids got lots of book, there was a set that I didn't filter. It is above Larsen, our 12 yr.old son. The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mocking Jay by Suzanne Collins. I think I can go get my money back, but I don't want to drive across town. We got them as a set for $16.99. If you buy them individually anywhere they are $9.99 each. So, if you want them, let me know. Larsen bought them with his own money, and hasn't even opened them up. Thanks, Andrea rogersareblessed(at)gmail(dot)com

Keva Juice Deal

Who doesn't love Keva juice? Pay $5 to get $10 of yogurt and smoothies and slushies. You can take your family for the summer for a treat for cheap..cheap! You can get it as gifts too! :) Check it out here. Thanks! Andrea R.

Up for Grabs - Free

I have a couple things I'm getting rid of in preparation for our move. 

12 x 12 scrapbook paper organizer. This is awesome and holds a lot of paper but I don't have room for it at my new house

 wooden play kitchen. Needs a little TLC (cleaning up/painting) but it is still in really good condition

Please call if you're interested in either. Items need to be gone before Friday when the packers show up.

Monique F.
623-six eight seven-4307