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The City manages and provides to the citizens of Albuquerque 24 community centers. Each center provides an assortment of programs and activities that meet community needs and promote community involvement in recreation, cultural activities, education, health and family life activities. Community Centers offer before and after school programs for school age children (from 6 through 12 years old) and youth, but programs and hours of operation of each center will vary. Community Centers offer computers for usage by the general public but users have to abide by the Community Centers Computer Lab Policy . Please contact a specific Community Center for program and registration information.
Community Centers are available for rental to the general public for special events. All events have a rental fee, deposits, insurance requirements, and City permits/licenses for different types of usage. Renters and event attendees are required to comply with City rules and regulations. For more information on renting a facility, call 767-5834 from 8 am-5 pm, Monday through Friday, or fax 767-5863.
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Community Center RFI - The Community Center Division is seeking community-minded instructors who are interested in sharing their art, craft, musical, sport or other expertise with Community Center participants for no charge or at a minimal cost.
The Mayor’s Youth Jobs Initiative (MYJI) is a City Initiative that matches youth between the ages of 16-21 with private sector jobs in their areas of interest.
For additional information please contact:
Joyce Armijo (505) 767-5866 jlarmijo@cabq.gov
Shirley Molina (505) 767-5833 smolina@cabq.gov
Note: The information below is for 2008.
This summer, come check out the "Mayor's Summer Teen Nights" program offered by the City of Albuquerque!
From June 13, 2008, through August 8, 2008, select community centers throughout the City will be open until 11pm every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Teen Nights is a free program for teens 13 to 17 years of age.
Kick-Off Event is on Friday, June 13, 2008, from 6:00pm to 11pm at Wells Park Community Center for 3-on-3 contests, music, entertainment, food and more.
Activities are subject to change due to public response or inclement weather.
Wednesdays Include: Basketball, Volleyball, Team Sports
Thursdays Include: Dance, Art, Xbox, Wii competition, cooking classes, etc.
Fridays Include: Special events for all sites.
June 13, 2008 – Kick-Off Event at Wells Park Community Center - 3-on-3 contests, music, entertainment, food and more.
June 20, 2008 – Skate Night at Alamosa Skate Park and Community Center. Skating, music, demos, etc.
July 11, 2008 – Hip Hop Break Dance, Rap Slam at Mesa Verde Community Center with dance, music, contests and prizes.
July 18, 2008 – Teen Splash Bash at West Mesa Pool. Pool party, music, prizes, water contests and more.
July 25, 2008 – Isotopes Night – Isotopes game. Bring extra money for food.
August 1, 2008 – All Star Friday – End of summer tournament, music, entertainment and sports celebrities.
August 8, 2008 – Skate N Rock – Citywide Teen Event at Los Altos Park from 6am to 11pm. Skate demos, bands, DJ, music, prizes, 3-on-3 basketball, games, good and much more!!
For more information, open the PDF calendars below or contact the Community Centers for specific activities. Or, call the Community Centers Administration Office at 505-767-5800.
Alamosa Community Center
6900 Gonzales Road SW 87121
Coors and Bridge
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/alamosa.html
Phone: 505-836-8760
Contacts: Claudia Rivera, Larry Williams
Cesar Chavez Community Center
7505 Kathryn SE 87108
Louisiana and Zuni
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/cesarchavez.html
Phone: 505-256-2680
Contacts: Tina Otero, Susan Solomon, Edward Edmon
McKinley Community Center
3401 Monroe NE 87110
Comanche and Monroe
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/McKinley.html
Phone: 505-888-8183
Contacts: Anthony Maldonado, Krystal Winklepleck
Mesa Verde Community Center
7900 Marquette NE 87108
Marquette and Tennessee
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/mesaverde.html
Phone: 505-256-2091
Contact: Jesse Martinez, Geraldo Cionelo
Taylor Ranch Community Center
4900 Kachina NW
Montano and Kachina
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/TaylorRanchCommunityCenter.html
Phone: 505-768-6006
Contacts: Dave Pulliam, Patrick VanHorn, Marvin Pohl
West Mesa Community Center
5500 Glenrio NW 87105
Coors and Glenrio
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/westmesa.html
Phone: 505-836-3487
Contacts: Charmaine Gutierrez, Georgia Michael
Wells Park Community Center
Basketball and Volleyball Leagues only
Wednesday and Thursday
500 Mountain Road NW 87102
5th and Mountain
http://www.cabq.gov/communitycenters/wellspark.html
Phone: 505-848-1390
Contact: Melissa Peters