Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:52 AM
Kids will be home for the summer soon, and it is time to find them something to do in the summer. Entertainment that is cheap and fun for the whole family can be hard to find, but thanks to two movie theaters in Albuquerque this challenge just became a little easier. Two mornings every week there will be $1.00 movies that are rated either G or PG for the entire family.
Who doesn’t love taking the kids to see a movie? Here’s another way
to watch movies on the cheap, thanks to Regal Entertainment’s Summer
Movie Express Family Film Festival 2012 with tickets at $1 each!
In Albuquerque the movies start on June 5th, 2012 and run every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am for nine weeks, showing G and PG rated movies for a dollar a ticket. The Summer Movie Express Family Film Festival
The Summer Movie Express Family Film Festival has two participating Regal cinemas in Albuquerque: the Four Hills 10 and Cottonwood Stadium 16.
Just pick up the $1 movie tickets at the box office window the
morning of the show. Of course, seating is limited, based on the
theatre’s capacity, and tickets are first-come, first-served.
Plan to stand in line for tickets, but it’s probably well worth the
effort. And you can spend your saved dollars on popcorn! A portion of
the $1 ticket fee will be donated to the Will Rogers Institute.
The Four Hills 10 is located at 13120A Central SE. The Cottonwood Mall Stadium 16 is at 10000 Coors Blvd NW .
For more information check out Albuquerque on the Cheap.
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:39 AM
The most popular exhibit at the Albuquerque Zoo is the Butterfly Pavilion. This exhibit will open on May 25th to the public and run until mid October depending on weather. This exhibit is full of vibrant colorful butterflies that is an extra bonus for photographers looking to get the perfect shot.
The PNM Butterfly Pavilion, the most popular seasonal exhibit
at the Albuquerque Biopark, is a collaborative effort between
PNM and the City of Albuquerque. PNM joined forces with the
biopark on the project as part of our commitment to the environment,
the quality of life in the community and the education of
our young people.
The PNM Butterfly Pavilion is home to more than 500 North
American butterflies and the exhibit features a "brooder"
room (a sort of nursery), where visitors can watch butterflies
emerge from their chrysalides. Information about the different
butterfly species is available at the pavilion, as well as
ideas about which plants can attract butterflies to your yard.
The hundreds of butterflies in the pavilion also offer many
opportunities for great shots for amateur photographers.
PNM donated more than 40 new wooden poles, as well as equipment
and supplies, to create the Butterfly Pavilion frame. PNM
linemen donated their labor to install the poles. PNM has
made additional donations to the biopark to fund ongoing programs
at the facility.
For more information please check out the
PNM Butterfly Pavilion or
http://www.cabq.gov.
Posted by Larimer Associates on 12:23 PM
Come to the Albuquerque Biopark Aquarium on June 7th for the Rock the Boat Sustainable Seafood Festival. Come sample some delicious seafood while being educated on the best seafood to eat and what seafood to avoid. You will also learn about ways to acquire seafood that also protects the ocean and its habitat.
Rock the Boat Sustainable Seafood Festival
Satisfy your appetite for seafood while protecting the world’s oceans.
Description
Rock the Boat Sustainable Seafood Festival 2012 is presented by the New Mexico BioPark Society
- Sample delicious seafood obtained in ways that protect the ocean from some of Albuquerque’s premier restaurants!
- Satisfy your appetite for seafood while learning about the best seafood choices to make and which to avoid.
- Enjoy live music, wine sampling, dessert stations, cooking demos, an auction and more.
Participating
restaurants include: Zinc Wine Bar & Bistro, Savoy Bar &
Grill, Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, Pelican’s Restaurants, Marcello’s
Chophouse, The Ranchers Club, Taste of the Wild Catering, and more. - Tickets only $30.
Benefits the ABQ BioPark Aquarium.
For more information go to the Albuquerque City Website
Posted by Larimer Associates on 2:53 PM
An array of teams are set to take to the kicking fields on Saturday for the 3rd annual Kickball 4 The Kids tournament.
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On Saturday, May 12, 2012, teams from around the Southwest will take part in the 3rd annual Kickball 4 The Kids (K4TK) kickball tournament presented by CenturyLink. "We're expecting some of the top 10 kickball teams in the country to attend, including teams from Texas, Arizona, California, Colorado and New Mexico," said Matt Kemph, founder of Kickball365.
K4TK features pool play for all registered teams. Following pool play, teams will compete in either the competitive or recreational tournament.
Commentating on the event, Tournament Manager, Drew Johnson said, "This year's tournament will have over 600 people playing and all of the proceeds will benefit Playworks NM and the For The Kids Fund."
"Our goal is to support the children across New Mexico," says Johnson. "The Kickball 4 The Kids tournament is a new and exciting way to get people involved. We look forward to seeing this event be a total success."
For more information on the Kickball 4 The Kids tournament and The Active 20/30 Club of Albuquerque please visit: http://www.kickball4thekids.com. Follow us on Twitter @ABQActive2030 or Facebook.
Posted by Larimer Associates on 1:34 PM
We stumbled across this gem the other day: ten great tips by Laura Leiva over at
Yahoo.com for organizing your apartment. We've pulled them out here for you:
Tip #1 Since the floor plan may seem small, the best way to add storage as well as décor to your apartment is through wall shelving. By adding shelves, you're able to make use of wall space by storing CD's, books, videos or any other collections on the shelves and off the floor. Wall shelves are also a great way to display framed photographs or other knick-knacks.
Tip #2 As an avid shoe collector, I know that small closet space can be a problem in most apartments. A great way to get shoes off the floor and allow space for other items is to purchase a shoe organizer. They can be found just about anywhere, and are a great low cost alternative to closet clutter. The best ones hang right over your closet door, allowing easy access to your favorite pair of shoes. By organizing your shoes, it also cuts down on time spent looking for them, especially when you're in a hurry!
Tip #3 Another great way to make the most of limited closet space is to buy adding an additional closet rod. This apparatus is simply hung from both sides of your original rod by 'hangers', allowing for a second row of clothing to be added below the first. A great space-saver, this item can be found at Bed, Bath and Beyond for a low price.
Tip #4 Depending on available floor space, a common storage unit can come from the form of a trunk, or chest. These are good for putting away seasonal items or even extra towels for the guests. They're also a great additive to room décor, and can also provide additional seating in a bedroom or be used as a table for pictures or flowers.
Tip #5 In the living room, store books or games in storage furniture like Ottomans or coffee tables with drawers and shelves. Ottomans are essential for living rooms in that they provide a leg rest instead of the coffee table, and they can store things away from sight. You can also use them to store everyday items like the remote controls, or a TV Guide to reduce clutter in the living space.
Tip #6 Another good space for storing items is under the bed. While most people do hide things under the bed, most often they're not stored properly and items can get dusty and sometimes damaged. Plastic bins are an easy way to store winter sweaters, extra bedding or items you just don't know what to do with. There are specially sized plastic bins that are made thin enough to fit right under the bed, allowing for easy accessibility and freshness when particular items are needed.
Tip #7 If you have extra space on your closet floor, adding plastic drawers can organize and reduce clutter from other areas of the house. Organize belts, scarves, ties or anything else in the plastic drawers to make room in your regular drawers for clothing or undergarments. You can also use these drawers to hold gym clothing, extra shoes or slippers, or laundry supplies to keep with the laundry pile. These drawers, as with any size or type of plastic bin, can be found at discount retailers like Target or Wal-Mart for a low price.
Tip #8 Cut down on clutter by adding hanging hooks to the living room, kitchen or bathrooms. These inexpensive items allow for usable wall space to be turned into a storage area for day-to-day items like your cell phone, keys or hats. Use hooks in the bathroom to hang bathrobes or wet towels, or even decorative towels can be used for both display and practicality. In the kitchen, hang dishtowels or spare keys for easy accessibility or organization.
Tip #9 An easy way to store a lot of items is to have a TV entertainment center with lots of drawers and shelves. Since they are usually large, make the most of the space it takes up by storing DVDs, CDs, books or video games. Try to find enough shelves to fit the electronics, and when you're all finished setting everything up, clip together the electrical cords to make it look more neat and clean. By clipping all the cords together, it's also easier to vacuum and reduce the amount of dust buildup behind the furniture.
Tip #10 The last tip is to shop around for furniture that has multiple uses. You have a limited amount of space to work with, so make the most of it. Most bedroom sets offer beds with drawers, so this is a great way to attain additional storage. Ikea is a great store to shop for storage solutions for affordable apartment settings. Coffee tables, end tables, and even miniature bars all have shelves or storage space, so use it wisely!
In Albuquerque the movies start on June 5th, 2012 and run every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am for nine weeks, showing G and PG rated movies for a dollar a ticket. The Summer Movie Express Family Film Festival
