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This Christmas, may your blessings be many, your worries few, and days spent with those who mean the most to you.

Happy holidays from Sandi Pressley and her team!

HOT ALBUQUERQUE LISTING OF THE WEEK

2109 Palenque Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Lots of entertaining spaces in this beautiful 4BDR/3BA/3CG home! Open floor plan features a large living room with wet bar, cabinets & wine rack, formal dining room plus a huge loft/recreation room! One bedroom or office on the main level! Huge primary suite with room for sitting area, large walk-in closet, dual sink vanity, garden tub & separate shower! Spacious kitchen features lots of cabinets, large island, breakfast bar & nook with bay windows. Outdoor living space with pergola to relax, unwind and entertain family & friends. In the heart of Rio Rancho, excellent location close to parks, schools, shopping, Intel, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center, Cottonwood Mall!!

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It's time to get into the spirit of the Irish this coming week in Albuquerque. If you haven't scheduled time to enjoy the holiday, here are a few events to plan for this St. Patrick's Day!

Albuquerque Official St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl

Fri, Mar 17, 4 PM
Albuquerque, NM

Time to shine those shiny shamrocks all day long for the luckiest day in Albuquerque. You better be wearing green and ready to search for the golden pot of good times while we search for the end of the rainbow in Albuquerque. Our annual Albuquerque Official St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl, when we turn up like no other in the best bars.

Join the St Paddy's celebration on March 17, 2023 you will not want to miss out of the greenest and biggest event of the year in Albuquerque.

St. Patrick's Day Event

Fri, Mar 17, 9 AM – 6 PM
Osuna Nursery
501 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with us Friday, March 17th! Complimentary light bites.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Fri, Mar 17, 9 AM
Wheels Museum Inc
1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Wheels. Movie, Tours, Train Ride and Food Celebration.

Annual St. Patrick's Day Party!

Sat, Mar 18, 12 – 4 PM
Edelweiss Am Rio Grande - German American Club
4821 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM

$10 Adults; $5 Children (5 to 12 years); free for under 5 years
(The entry fee is used to pay the performers and the GAC hall rental.) Tickets may be purchased in advance at
www.irishamericansociety-nm.com (scroll down under membership)
or at the door with cash, check, or credit card.

Featured Entertainment
12:30 PM: Duke City Ceili Band
Audience Participation Ceili Dancing with Norita
2:00 PM: Brightburn Academy Irish Step Dancers
2:30 PM: Highland Piper Suzanne (Aden) Kemp
3:00 PM: Celtic Band Jug O’Punch

Silent Auction with Lots of Cool Celtic Things!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

HOT ALBUQUERQUE LISTING OF THE WEEK

5336 Jessie Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111

Freshly updated home located in the desirable El Dorado HS district. Paint, LV flooring, quartz countertops in kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, newer furnace. Roof replacement in 2020. Double entry doors welcome you into this bright and cheery home. Open floor plan with kitchen, dining room flowing into the great room with a gas fireplace. Spacious primary suite with room for sitting area, new carpet and remodel bath/spa. Two more bedrooms with new carpet and good sized closets. Wonderful outdoor space with mature plantings and trees(apple tree & evergreens). Enjoy al fresco dining under the covered patio. Near nature trails, restaurants, shopping and markets. Visit this must see GEM.

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Get ready to top off the holiday season in Albuquerque with these beautiful display of lights and music.

Trolley of Lights

Dec 15 – 23
ABQ Trolley Co.

'Tis the Season for Christmas trees, luminarias, nutcrackers, egg nog and holiday lights! ABQ Trolley Co. presents: Trolley of Lights - a holiday lights tour! Join ABQ Trolley Co. this December as we head out to see Albuquerque's holiday lights aglow. The Trolley of Lights departs from Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town.

Tours last approximately 75-minutes. December evenings in Albuquerque are quite brisk; please dress for 30 degree weather as we will be riding in an open sleigh, er Trolley (blankets, long underwear, mittens, knit caps, wool socks, etc will be necessary).

Lap-sitters under 5 years old are free.

River of Lights: A Holiday Light Show

Tue, Dec 20, 5 PM
ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden
2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM

Get into the holiday spirit at River of Lights, New Mexico’s original and largest walk-through holiday attraction! Purchase your timed ticket to view over 700 light displays, animated and 3D sculptures, and millions of twinkling lights while strolling on the one-way path!

Christmas Eve in Old Town

Sat, Dec 24, 6 – 8 PM
Old Town Plaza
200 N Plaza St NW, Albuquerque, NM

The holiday celebrations continue throughout the month. Free performances by local talent will take place every weekend in December to entertain shoppers as they support local stores and restaurants in Historic Old Town. See the full December schedule here.

Winter Wonderland

Fri, Dec 23, 6 – 9 PM
Flea Market at Expo New Mexico
6699 Domingo Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM

Winter Wonderland is a drive thru winter holiday experience, combining the holiday spirit and New Mexico culture into a safe, family-friendly winter attraction.

HOT ALBUQUERQUE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK!

9909 ARTEMSIA Avenue SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121

Welcome to this wonderful home, 4 years young to make it your own. Well maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bath home that is move in ready. All bedrooms are on the second level including the laundry room. Primary bedroom included, garden tub, separate shower, WC and a spacious walk in closet. Light filled home with an open floorplan. Flowing great room transition with Kitchen and dining room. Great location within the Desert Sands community. Near shopping and easy access to I40.

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Are you ready to get spooky this weekend in Albuquerque? Here are some goulish events coming up that are perfect for any age! 

Ghouls on Parade: Halloween Festival & Parade 2022

Sat, Oct 29, 10 PM – Sun, Oct 30, 1 AM
Morningside Park, 3901 Lead Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Welcome to Ghouls on Parade presented by New Mexico Entertainment Magazine. Ghouls on Parade is a festival and costume parade celebrating the spirit of Halloween.

The festival section of the event will take place at Morningside Park (between Aliso and Morningside and Silver and Lead) from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. The festival will include a kiddie carnival corner with jumpers, face painting, local performers, and businesses sharing their goods and products.

At roughly 6:15 pm, we will have a costume parade down Silver Avenue between Morningside Dr. and Washington St. During that time kids will be provided candy, adding to their Ghouls on Parade experience.

Boo at the Zoo

Sat, Oct 29, 9 AM – 5 PM
ABQ BioPark Zoo
899 12th St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Presented by After Hours Pediatrics, Boo at the Zoo is back, and we hope you’re ready for a howling good time at the Zoo and trick-or-treating, too! We welcome you to eat, drink, and be scary as we turn our Zoo into a menagerie macabre for one day only. Lift your spirits with fun education activities, a craft and pumpkin-painting enrichment station, boo-riffic games and more!

This fun family event is a New Mexico BioPark Society fundraiser in support of the ABQ BioPark, so we invite you to come out and have a wicked good time for a ghoul-ishly good cause!

Great Pumpkin Chase

Sat, Oct 29, 8 – 10 AM
Rio Grande Park
1744 Kit Carson Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM

Yes, Charlie, there is a Great Pumpkin Chase! Register today for the 16th Annual Great Pumpkin Chase: 10K, 5K and Kids K. Enjoy hundreds of participants as they make their way through the scenic Albuquerque Country Club Neighborhood on a flat and fast loop course. Whether you come dressed in your costume as many do or just want to join in on the fun with Linus and his friends, this race is for you! We also feature a Pumpkin Dash Kids K! Great shirts, age group and overall awards including Best Costume Awards.

Victorian Halloween Cemetery Picnic

Sun, Oct 30, 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Fairview Memorial Park
700 Yale Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM

Historic Fairview Cemetery is holding a Victorian-style picnic on Sunday, October 30 from 11:00 a.m. until dark. Bring your own picnic foods and drinks, folding chairs, tables and decor, and wear your Steampunk finery! Activities include a scavenger hunt with prizes, sugar skull T-shirt painting, and on-site vendors of Muerto-themed items. Other surprises are in store. A participation fee of $15 will help cover the port-a-potty and T-shirts. Cash only at the event. Please RSVP to Lisa Roberts by October 24. Call or text to 505-331-2888. Your response will help us plan how many T-shirts to purchase. See you at this fun event in the cemetery!

HOT ALBUQUERQUE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK!

374 W MEADOWLARK Lane, Corrales, NM 87048

Welcome home to this Almost-New Townhome in the heart of Volterra Village! This precious LGI home features a beautiful kitchen with gas range, granite countertops, pantry and plenty of counter space, plus a water softener and reverse osmosis system! The open floorplan downstairs features a well-sized living area, dining area plus a convenient half bath. Enjoy the mountain views from your backyard with a covered patio and easy-to-maintain xeriscaping plus gorgeous views off the master bedroom balcony. WIth a 2-car garage, 3 bedrooms, and 2 1/2 baths, this has everything you need. For easy living, with close access to I-40, shopping, and Kirkland AFB, make this one home today.

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Still looking for the perfect way to say thanks to mom this Mother's Day weekend? Brunch is always a great way to spend quality time with mom. And of course, Albuquerque has plenty of outstanding restaurants where you can enjoy a lovely meal with her. Here are some of the best places to find Sunday brunch in Albuquerque.

Level 5

2000 Bellamah Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

Join us for Mother's Day Brunch, reservations required. Please call LEVEL 5 to book 505-318-3998. Our Level 5 rooftop restaurant and lounge team is proud to serve culturally alive, community-fused and environmentally sound cuisine that showcases local and regional ingredients. 

Slate Street Cafe

515 Slate Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Hip eatery with an urban vibe features modern comfort cuisine along with an upstairs wine loft.

Seared Bistro Albuquerque

119 San Pasquale Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

Warm, white-tablecloth eatery offering American seafood & meat standards, plus a hearty wine list.

D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro

901 Rio Grande Blvd NW B-100, Albuquerque, NM 87104

Casual bistro with a sun-drenched patio features French country cuisine, local wine & live jazz. Our winemaking team collaborated with our chef and the Lescombes family to create an extensive, epicurean-style menu that easily pairs with our wines. 

Mimi's Cafe

4316 The 25 Way, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

Dave's Valley Grill

6601 4th St NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM 87107

Easygoing American kitchen offering homestyle brunch, sandwiches & mains, plus beer & wine. Award-winning food: gourmet burgers, Artisan salads, delectable brunch items, craft beers, local-wines, mimosas, beef, chicken, fish and something for the kids.

Happy Mother's Day

HOT ALBUQUERQUE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK!

7408 KRISTA Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Come and view this beautiful corner lot in the NE Heights! Home has 4 bedrooms (possible 6), + 2 remodeled bathrooms. There so many updates on this home including: NEW roof and skylight on front patio (2020), Exterior painted (2020), Interior painted (2021), NEW kitchen flooring (2022), NEW wood laminate flooring (2022), NEW dishwasher (2022), NEW stove (2021), NEW fixtures (2021), NEW bedroom carpet (2021), Both bathrooms were remodeled in 2018! This home will not last long - schedule an appointment today!

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Easter fun is not just for the kids. Albuquerque is host to a number of Easter events that will cater to all ages. Here's a few of the main Easter events happening over the next week.

Easter Bunny Photos at Coronado Center

Sat, Apr 9, 11 AM – 7 PM
Coronado Center
6600 Menaul Blvd NE Suite 1, Albuquerque, NM

Pictures with The Bunny at Upper Level Sephora Court. Don’t miss out on making eggs-tra-special memories with everyone’s favorite fluffy friend.

Hide & Peep: Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza

Sat, Apr 16, 12 – 2 PM MDT
Cottonwood Mall
10000 Coors Bypass NW, Albuquerque, NM

Visit Cottonwood on Saturday, April 16th for fun and family friendly event from 12PM - 2PM.
Come celebrate the season with us! The first 150 attendees that bring a school supply donation to support local students will receive a free goodie bag for the Egg Scavenger Hunt!

This Side of Easter

Sat, Apr 9, 8 AM
Los Ranchos Art Market
6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM

If you're looking for a relaxed outdoor shop and stroll experience then The Los Ranchos Art Market is just the thing. Right next to Hartnett Park in the heart of the Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, there is plenty of space for kids and dogs to run and use up all that energy. All our vendors make the art and items they are selling right here in New Mexico and can answer all your questions about them.

Bring your friends, your family, your kids, your dogs. We look forward to seeing you there.

10th Annual Egg Hunt & Barbecue

Sun, Apr 17, 10:30 PM – Mon, Apr 18, 2:30
715 Kathryn Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

We are ecstatic that this year we will host our 10th annual egg hunt and barbecue. There will be money eggs, candy eggs, special raffle eggs, multiple giveaways! Extra egg baskets and buckets for any child in need. Free food and drinks. Live music and games. We will have 3 egg hunts. Hunt 1 will be Ages 1-5. Hunt 2 will be 6-10. 3 hunt will be 11&up. Anyone that would like to sponsor or help with anything for this event please send me a personal message. We are looking forward to seeing everyone out this year. Lastly we will be practicing Covid-19 guidelines. Mask are segregated and we will have multiple hand washing stations throughout the park.

Have a Happy Easter in Albuquerque!

HOT ALBUQUERQUE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK!

3015 SOUTHERN Boulevard SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Immaculately clean like-new JEWELBOX! Must see to believe! Hurry before its gone! NEW since 2020: Roof, skylights, flooring, baseboards, paint, exterior and interior doors, windows, water heater, ceiling fans, light fixtures, garbage disposal. New stove being installed 3/29: stainless appliances. Comes with washer and dryer. 2 beds, 1 bath, 2 car garage with outdoor patio. Wheelchair accessible, near shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and local services. A quiet respite in the heart of the city: make it yours today!

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Warmest wishes for a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year! May peace, love, and prosperity follow you always.

The Sandi Pressley Team wishes you peace, joy, and prosperity throughout the coming year. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Happy Holidays!

The holiday season is rounding out for 2021. Its been a very special season for many Albuquerque residents. Let's keep it that way. Will you be traveling over the upcoming holidays? If so, there are some safety steps you should take.

TAKING TO THE HIGHWAY

1. Make sure your car is in good condition for a road trip.
2. Pack an emergency preparedness kit, supplies and a first aid kit in your vehicle.
3. Share travel plans with a family member or friend.
4. Check the weather before departing and along your route. Plan for travel around any storms that may be coming.
5. Be well rested and alert.
6. Buckle up, slow down and don’t drive impaired.
7. Follow the rules of the road and use caution in work zones.
8. Give your full attention to the road. Avoid distractions such as cell phones.
9. Make frequent stops. During long trips, rotate drivers. If you’re too tired to drive, stop and get some rest.
10. If you have car trouble, pull off the road as far as possible.

COVID-19 AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

1. Face masks are mandatory for everyone while using public transportation. This requirement is extended in the U.S. through March 18, 2022. Those who are exempt include children under age 2, someone whose disability prevents them from safely wearing a mask, or someone for whom a mask may create a risk to their workplace safety.
2. Plan ahead. Check the current coronavirus situation at your destination and follow all restrictions in that area. You can find that information here.
3. If traveling by air, check if the airline requires any testing, vaccination or other documents.
4. Don’t travel if you are sick, have been exposed to COVID-19, tested positive for the virus, or are waiting for your test results. More information is available here.
5. If you are traveling internationally, you need to get a COVID-19 viral test no more than 24 hours before you fly into the U.S., whether you are vaccinated and regardless of your citizenship status. Full information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can be found here COVID-19 travel recommendations by destination are available here.

Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!

HOT PROPERTY OF THE WEEK!

4100 SKYVIEW CREST Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

Price reflects $248,000 in upgrades in the past 7 months! Seller has invested in upgrading & improving this home with the best of the best. This property is exclusive and exquisite. Upgrades include: New (TPO ROOF) 50 year industrial grade 80mil TPO Carlise Syntec roof system. New (PAID SOLAR) 30 year low profile solar array not visible from ground level provides enough energy to waive off future energy bills -- $4000 to $5000 annual savings. New (SWIM SPA) premier Marque aquatic training vessel for endless swimming with a number of other aquatic fitness features. New (HOT TUB) premier Marque seven seat therapeutic spa. See MLS Features & Updates List for a full list of many more updates. 3 minutes from Intel & easy access to shopping, restaurants, schools, and major thoroughfares.

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It's time to put on your scary face and have some good old fashioned Halloween fun this weekend in Albuquerque!

Here are a few tips to keep your family safe:

• Keep activities outdoor
• Adults who are supervising the children should be vaccinated and also wear masks
• All children should wear a cloth mask (or appropriate mask; costume related masks are not recommended)
• Do not wear a costume mask over the cloth/surgical mask
• Have a small group go trick or treating together, for example the families you had your quarantine 'bubble' with
• Carry hand sanitizer and use it often

If you're looking for some ways to make your Halloween unique, here are some events planned for the weekend in the Albuquerque area.

Dragons House of Horror

Oct 1 – Nov 5
405 Central Ave NW

Food , Entertainment and Fun For The Whole Family! Currently the record holder for the longest haunted house in the world, certified by Guinness World Records. 

McCall’s Haunted Farm

Every Friday & Saturday in October
2 McCall Lane, Moriarty

The McCall's old cattle barn and meat processing facility have been closed for years.... however, the rumor is that neighbors have seen activity around the barn late into the night and have heard strange sounds coming from animal, human???

Pumpkin Swim

Oct 29
Rio Grande Indoor Pool

Costume contest, face painting, music, pumpkins, games, and a haunted house. What more could a kid at Halloween ask for?

Boo at the Zoo

Oct 30
ABQ BioParkZoo

Boo at the Zoo is back and ready to lift your spirits! We welcome you back to eat, drink, and be scary as we turn our menagerie macabre for one day only! There will be costumes and candy, family and friends, and tricks and treats!

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!

HOT PROPERTY OF THE WEEK!

7804 AVENIDA VISTA VENTANA NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

Welcome home to this GEM in Ventana Ranch! Meticulously cared for, this 4 Bedroom + Office stunner is full of upgrades. Enjoy the oversized corner lot while swimming in your NEW heated, gunite pool with automatic cover. This home also boasts 2 living areas, gas fireplace, open kitchen with SS gas appliances, one downstairs bedroom, a large office/gym, plus 3 FULL bathrooms. With 3 additional bedrooms upstairs, this home is move-in ready. Close to trail access, and convenient to grocery stores, schools and more, enjoy the Ventana Ranch lifestyle today!

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Halloween is almost here, and no doubt your kids have already picked out the costumes and making arrangements to get the most out of the holiday. But as a parent, of course you want to keep them safe as they go out into the streets. Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Here's a few reminders to keep your kids safe in Albuquerque this Halloween.

Costume Safety

• All costumes, wigs and accessories should be fire-resistant
• Avoid masks, which can obstruct vision
• If children are allowed out after dark, fasten reflective tape to their costumes and bags, or give them glow sticks
• When buying Halloween makeup, make sure it is nontoxic and always test it in a small area first
• Remove all makeup before children go to bed to prevent skin and eye irritation