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Cibola and Nearby Events

Below are all upcoming college calendar events taking place in Cibola, in neighboring counties, or online. You can also see only events specifically for Cibola and not from neighboring counties or online events.

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June 2025
Jun 26
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Online
Intro to Hydroponcis and Aquaponics

The last session of the Intro to Hydroponcis and Aquaponics will be held June 26, 6 p.m., online via Zoom.

Please join us for this free webinar. Rossana Sallenave and R. Charlie Shultz will lead the series. Classes will be recorded.

For more information, contact John Garlisch at 505-243-1386.
Jun 28
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Albuquerque
Demystifying Kombucha Workshop

The Demystifying Kombucha Workshop will be held June 28, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Bernalillo County CES, 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

This class delves into the basics of understanding Kombucha, its history, and why it is such a healthy drink. Online registration available! Fee is $25, payable with a credit card only. Deadline: June 20.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
July 2025
Jul 8
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Rio Rancho
Pest Prevention in the Garden

The Pest Prevention in the Garden Workshop will be held July 8, 1 p.m., Esther Bone Memorial Library 950 Pinetree Road SE.

Join Sandoval CES to discover strategies to control pests in your garden and learn about common pests with Agent Bethany Abrahamson. Attendance is limited.

For more information, contact Bethany Abrahamson at 505-595-2992.
Jul 9
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Albuquerque
From Smoke to Science Workshop

The From Smoke to Science Workshop will be held July 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Bernalillo County CES, 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

In this engaging and empowering class, you'll learn not only how people have kept food safe for millennia, but also how to interpret and apply modern food safety science to your own kitchen. Online registration available! Fee is $15, payable with a credit card only. Deadline: July 4.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Jul 14
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Tomato Bonanza: Can, Dry, and Savor Summer’s Finest!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Jul 16-Dec 17
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Online
Ready, Set, GROW! Webinar Series

The Ready, Set, GROW! Webinar Series for the year will be held every 3rd Wednesday, 3 p.m., via Zoom.

With a surge in gardening questions and requests for gardening presentations the free gardening series is available to the public.

Schedule: July 16; Aug. 20; Sep. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 19; Dec. 17

For more information, contact Marisa Thompson at 505-865-7340.
Jul 19
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Albuquerque
Know Your Recipes Workshop

The Know Your Recipes Workshop will be held July 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bernalillo County CES 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

We are what we eat! Family recipes are family history. Have you tried duplicating your abuela’s recipes? Then this class is for you! Online registration available! Fee is $25, payable with a credit card only. Deadline: July 11.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Jul 24-25
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Gallup
Eastern Navajo Fair

The Eastern Navajo Fair will be held July 24 - 25.

Please see McKinley County website for more information.

For more information, contact Kathy Landers at 505-863-3432.
Jul 25-Aug 1
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Albuquerque
Bernalillo County Fair

The Bernalillo County Fair will be held July 25 - Aug. 1.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Taylor Roggow at 505-243-1386.
Jul 28-Aug 3
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Bernalillo
Sandoval County Fair

The Sandoval County Fair will be held July 28 – Aug. 3.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Hackett at 505-867-2582.
August 2025
Aug 1
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Albuquerque
Water Bath Canning Jam Workshop

The Water Bath Canning Jam Workshop will be held Aug. 1, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bernalillo CES Office, 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

This hands-on workshop dives into the science and safety behind today’s best practices for making and preserving jam and jelly at home. Online registration available! Fee is $25; payable with credit card only! Deadline: July 25.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Aug 2
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Albuquerque
Water Bath Canning Tomatoes and Green Chile Salsa Workshop

The Water Bath Canning Tomatoes and Green Chile Salsa Workshop will be held Aug. 2, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bernalillo CES Office, 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the latest, research-based methods for safely preserving tomatoes and tomato-based salsa at home. Online registration available! Fee is $25; payable with credit card only! Deadline: July 25.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Aug 6
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Albuquerque
Wild Fermentation Workshop

The Wild Fermentation Workshop will be held Aug. 6, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bernalillo CES, 1510 Menaul Blvd Ext NW.

Unlock the transformative power of microbes in this hands-on workshop focused on wild fermentation. Online registration available! Fee is $25, payable with a credit card only. Deadline: Aug. 1.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Aug 7
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Albuquerque
Making Sauerkraut Workshop

The Making Sauerkraut Workshop will be held Aug. 7, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Bernalillo County CES 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

Students will learn about the history of sauerkraut, how to safely use salt as a preserving ingredient, and how to properly store sauerkraut using food safety research. Online registration available! Fee is $25, payable with a credit card only. Deadline: Aug. 1.

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Aug 11
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Spice It Up: Chile Preservation for Bold Flavors!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Aug 17-24
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Los Lunas
Valencia County Fair

The Valencia County Fair will be held Aug. 17 - 24.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Brenda Velasquez at 505-565-3002.
Aug 20-23
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Reserve
Catron County Fair

The Catron County Fair will be held Aug. 20 - 23.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Kayla Drummond at 575-533-6430.
Aug 27-31
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Socorro
Socorro County Fair

The Socorro County Fair will be held Aug. 27 – 31.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Janice Bernal at 575-835-0610.
Aug 28
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Los Lunas
Los Lunas ASC Field Day

The Los Lunas ASC Field Day will be held Aug. 28.

More information coming soon!

For more information, contact Claire Montoya at 575-646-1123.
Aug 28-31
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Grants
Cibola and McKinley Fair

The Cibola and McKinley County Fair will be held Aug. 28 – 31.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Delaney Gonzales-Garcia at 505-287-9266.
Aug 28-31
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Gallup
McKinley and Cibola Fair

The McKinley and Cibola County Fair will be held Aug. 28 – 31.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Kathy Landers at 505-863-3432.
September 2025
Sep 4-14
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Albuquerque
NM State Fair

The NM State Fair will be held Sep. 4 – 14.

Please see website for more information.

For more information, contact New Mexico State Fair at 505-222-9700.
Sep 8
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Bean Bonanza: Preserve the Protein-Packed Harvest!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
October 2025
Oct 13
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Pumpkin Party: Preserve Fall’s Favorite Squash Safely!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
November 2025
Nov 10
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Cranberry Craze: Tart, Tangy, and Timeless Sauce!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
December 2025
Dec 8
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Sauerkraut Showdown: Fermenting Made Easy!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.