Upcoming Events for August 25, 2025
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Federal Government
Department of Veterans Affairs
Monthly Food Distribution with Roadrunner Food Bank
- Every Fourth Thursday of the Month, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM or until food is gone.
- Veterans Memorial Park, 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
SAVE Run Motorcycle Ride
- September 6-7, 2025
- Will travel from Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center, 1501 San Pedro Drive Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87108, to the Angel Fire Veterans Memorial, 34 Country Club Rd, Angel Fire, NM 87710
- Click here for additional details
Pecos National Historical Park
Ancestral Sites Trail Guided Walk
- Every day until November 1, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM
- Pecos National Historical Park, 1 Peach Drive, Pecos, NM 87552
Battle of Glorieta Pass Talk
- Every week on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday until October 28, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 2:15 PM
- Pecos National Historical Park, 1 Peach Drive, Pecos, NM 87552
Forked Lightning Ranch House Caravan Tour
- Every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, until November 1, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
- Pecos National Historical Park, 1 Peach Drive, Pecos, NM 87552
Cultural Demonstrations: Jewelry-Making and Flintknapping
- August 30, 2025, and August 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM
- Join Harvey Abeyta and Priscilla Nieto of Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo on Saturday or Sunday to learn more about their work as artisans. Stop by the visitor center either day between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM to learn about traditional flintknapping and jewelry-making processes, and see the beautiful results. No reservations/registration required.
- Pecos National Historical Park, 1 Peach Drive, Pecos, NM 87552
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
Quarai Guided Hike
- Every Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 AM until October 31, 2025 (except for September 06, 2025, September 20, 2025, and October 18, 2025)
- Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Quarai Unit, 122 Manzano Quarai Rd, Mountainair, NM 87036
Basics of Outdoor Photography
- September 6, 2025, at 8:30 AM
- To sign up for the workshop, please contact Mountainair Headquarters at 505.847.2585. Maximum number of participants is 15 individuals.
- Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Quarai Unit, 122 Manzano Quarai Road, Mountainair, NM 87036
Omar Villanueva with José Luis Ferero – Live at Quarai!
- September 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- A multifaceted guitarist, Omar Villanueva performs classical, Spanish and popular music from Latin America ranging from the renaissance, baroque, classical, and romantic eras to pop and Latin music arrangements for guitar. Come early to join the best seating.
- In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Manzano Mountains Art Council, 101 East Broadway
- Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Quarai Unit, 122 Manzano Quarai Road, Mountainair, NM 87036
Dark Skies, Bright Stars!
- September 19, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
- To commence the evening, participants will enjoy a ranger-led hike that introduces them to the Ancestral Pueblo and Spanish Mission site of Abó. This hike will provide insight into the tapestry of cultures associated with the Salinas Pueblo Missions and illustrate how their interconnectedness continues to influence New Mexico’s central region. Following the hike, attendees can spend time appreciating the park’s dark skies at the telescope viewing activity station. Alternatively, they may explore the dark sky photography activity station, where they can learn tips and techniques for capturing images of the dark skies, including with their phones. Participants are encouraged to select their best photo of the night, which park rangers and volunteers will print for them to take home as a souvenir.
- Special Note: An astronomer will be present with a powerful telescope for the September 2025 Dark Skies event, according to NPS Park Ranger Natalia Sanchez Hernandez, Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Chief of Interpretation and Visitor Services
- Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Abó Unit, 69 Ruins Road, Mountainair, NM 87036
BARK in the Park
- Every third Saturday of the month (September 20, 2025) at 9:30 AM
- Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument Quarai Unit, 122 Manzano Quarai Rd, Mountainair, NM 87036 (travel through the visitor center breezeway, then take a right on the paved trail toward the picnic tables)
State Government
New Mexico Department of Veterans' Services
Weekly DVS Veterans' Benefits Outreach
- Monday and Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at the Santa Fe Vet Center, 2209 Brothers Road, Santa Fe, NM
- Wednesday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the State Veterans' Home, 992 South Broadway, Truth or Consequences, NM
Veterans Bricklaying Ceremony, David Westphall Veterans Foundation
- August 30, 2025, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 34 Country Club Road, Angel Fire, NM
Military and Veterans Day at the New Mexico State Fair
- September 9, 2025
- Veterans, active-duty personnel, National Guard, and Reserve members receive free admission with a valid military ID or by wearing their uniform. Accepted IDs include military retiree card, veterans-designation driver’s license, VA Veterans Health ID Card, or a DD-214. Free admission applies only to the service members; family members and guests must pay the regular admission fee, and parking fees still apply.
- NMDVS will have its new Mobile Unit on site to assist Veterans and eligible unmarried widows or widowers with a wide range of services. NMDVS staff can assist with applying for property tax waivers and exemptions, obtaining the New Mexico State Parks Lifetime Veteran Pass, filing VA benefits, compensation claims, and answering questions about VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment.
- Documents needed to verify eligibility:
- A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
- VA Award Letter showing percentage of disability and any other VA correspondence related to claiming benefits
- NM Driver's License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return
- Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates
- Gates open at 10:00 AM, with displays and information tables available until 3:00 PM. A special ceremony will take place at 11:00 AM under the Pavilion Stage in the food court. The fairgrounds will close at 9:00 PM.
Forgotten Heroes Burial Ceremony
- The cremated remains of 38 unclaimed military veterans will be laid to rest with military honors.
- September 18, 2025, with a memorial service beginning at 9:00 AM at Legacy Church, 4701 Wyoming Boulevard NE, Albuquerque. Following the ceremony, the remains of the unclaimed veterans will be escorted by law enforcement, service agencies, and the New Mexico American Legion Riders to the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 North Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe. A ceremony will take place at 11:00 AM at the cemetery.
- The public is invited to attend and serve as family to provide a final salute for those veterans not claimed by their biological families.
NM American Gold Star Mothers/Families Picnic
- September 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Please RSVP to departmentofnm@americangoldstarmothers.org; questions call 505-980-8787
- New Mexico Veterans Memorial Park, 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE #5009, Albuquerque, NM 87108
New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service
No events scheduled at this time.
Torrance County
Torrance County Local Emergency Planning Committee
- August 26, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Torrance County Administrative Offices, 205 South 9th Street, Estancia, NM 87016, and online
Torrance County Commissioners
- August 27, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Torrance County Administrative Offices, 205 South 9th Street, Estancia, NM 87016, and online
Torrance County Planning and Zoning Board
- September 3, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Torrance County Administrative Offices, 205 South 9th Street, Estancia, NM 87016, and online
DWI Planning Council
- September 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Online and at the DWI Memorial of Perpetual Tears, 600 N Broadway, Moriarty, NM 87035
Torrance County Commissioners
- September 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Torrance County Administrative Offices, 205 South 9th Street, Estancia, NM 87016, and online
Estancia
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
- Every first and third Monday of the month, at 6:15 PM (September 1, 2025)
- Online and Estancia Town Hall, 513 Williams St, Estancia, NM 87016
NM Memorial Rides 5th Annual Salt Missions Trail Memorial Ride
- September 13, 2025, 8:00 AM at the Wells Fargo Bank, 503 NM-333, Tijeras, NM 87059; $30 per vehicle
Estancia Municipal School District
APAX Community Educator Class
- September 10, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
- For location, please contact the Estancia School District Superintendent's Office at 505-384-2006
Board of Education
- 2nd Monday of the Month (September 15, 2025), at 6:00 PM
- Van Stone School, 809 W Joseph, Estancia, NM 87016.
Mountainair
Mountainair Town Council
- 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:00 PM (September 2, 2025)
- Mountainair Town Council Building, 107 1/2 North Roosevelt Avenue, Mountainair, NM 87036
- Call-in info: 346-248-7799
- Access code: 856-052-5813
- Passcode: 888-888
Mountainair Public Schools
Board of Education
- August 26, 2025, at 6:00 PM
- MPS Central Office, north of the high school and shop buildings, 901 West 3rd Street, Mountainair, NM 87036
Homecoming Events
- Parade: September 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM, on US-60
- Community Bonfire: Bonfire starts at 8:00 PM (the Town of Mountainair recommends attendees arrive between 7:00 PM and 7:30 PM), September 11, 2025, Mountainair Municipal Airport
- Mustang Tailgate Party: September 12, 2025, at 4:30 PM
- Note: Mountainair is seeking donations for the fireworks associated with Homecoming. Donations can be made online using Cashapp, Paypal, and Venmo (please contact Mayor Peter Nieto for details), or in person at Mountainair Town Hall, Mountainair High School Central Office, and the Office of the Mountainair Public Schools Superintendent.
Willard
Willard Village Council
- 2nd Monday of every month at 5:30 PM (September 8, 2025)
- 720 North Dunlavy Avenue, Willard, NM 87063
Other Organizations
Mountainair Rotary Club
- 12:00 PM every Thursday
- Claunch-Pinto SWCD Conservation Center, 1206 NM-55, Mountainair, NM 87036
- Attendees should bring lunch.
Mountainair Clothing Bank/Free Store
- There will be a 20-item limit on donations taken.
- All dates are Fridays
- September 26, 2025
- October 24, 2025
- November 21, 2025
- Dr. Saul Community Center, 111 N Roosevelt Ave, Mountainair, NM 87036