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photos from today via Indivisible ABQ FB

#PeoplesForumABQ #mutualaid #humanrights
Photo of a canopy set up at Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque. There is a large banner off to one side that says "People's Forum" Large red banner with a list of demands written in black
November 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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"It's a beautiful day to support your local encampment!

Biggest request is bodies bodies bodies to hold space!

Otherwise bring supplies or Venmo freewheel-abq and we'll do it for you"

- People's Forum Albuquerque
a photo of a flyer version of the quoted post with text overlayed via Instagram that reads: It's a beautiful day to support your local encampment! Biggest request is bodies bodies bodies to hold space! Otherwise bring supplies or Venmo freewheel-abq and we'll do it for you
November 4, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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more info on the ongoing encampment action at Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque via www.instagram.com/freewheelmob...

Show Up & Show Out!

#GovtShutdown #SNAPcuts #PeoplesForum
PEOPLE'S FORUM - CIVIC PLAZA COMMUNITY NORMS: 1. We keep us safe and free from violence. Lead with love, protest with peace, and carefor our community. 2. People talk, politicians listen. 3. Bring your own table. Pack in, pack out, and leave our plaza cleaner than you found it. 4. Masks are encouraged to avoid super-spreading illness. 5. Create consent culture, especially before recording anyone. 6. The People's Forum can only succeed with the People working together. Ask how you can help, and come be People before organizations. 7. No "illegal substances" or uncontained fires; LICE/ICE free zone. NOVEMBER 8 AM 10 PM, DAILY Inviting one and all to join us as speakers, poets, singers, and artists of all kinds! Mutual aid! Bring food, clothes, and supplies to share or find what you need in donations. Join The Peoples Forum today and every day at ABQ Civic Plaza from 8 am to 10 pm. We gather in solidarity with our neighbors to share a safe space together. We provide food, clothing, and medical supplies, free to all. All Burqueños welcome. THE PEOPLE DEMAND No Secret Police! Unmask all officers of the law in our city. State of Emergency for Albuquerque Re-task national guard to humanitarian relief efforts Devote unused building space to humanitarian aid and emergency winter housing Rent freeze on all properties Moratorium on evictions and encampment sweeps Moratorium on utilities shut-off City-wide food and essentials distribution A return to pre-COVID funding for human services programs SIGN UP TO SPEAK! COME JOIN US OR ARRANGE A DONATION: ABQHOMELESSUNION@GMAIL.COM URGENT CALL FOR SPEAKERS People speak, politicians listen at the People's Forum. Similar to a filibuster in Congress, we will takeover the microphone until the government shutdown that is harming New Mexicans comes to an end. This political action invites everyone to share their voice in Civic Plaza, sharing readings, poems, personal stories, song... Whatever you choose to fill the space. We have set up an impromptu open-mic, welcome to all, but we are also hoping for folks who can commit to 2-hour blocks of time (you do not need to be on mic for the whole time). Whatever time you have to spare is welcome and appreciated! Our goal is a continuous stream of voices through this action! The People's voices must be heard! Exercise your First Amendment Right to Free Speach! NOVEMBER 8 AM 10 PM, DAILY SIGN UP TO SPEAK! COME JOIN US OR ARRANGE A DONATION: ABQHOMELESSUNION@GMAIL.COM PEOPLE'S FORUM-CIVIC PLAZA MATERIAL SUPPORT ⚫ poster board/canvas/cardboard paint/markers/art supplies folding tables paper plates/cups/bowls/utensils Large water storage containers water and water bottles dog food people food and utensils flashlights/batteries paper towels/toilet paper wipes trash cans/trash bags big stew pots/crock pots power strips/extension cords refrigeration/coolers/ice/ice packs porta-potty rental tarps/tents/canopies ⚫ blankets/sleeping bags portable chargers generator propane and propane accessories microphones/bullhorns tape/zip ties/cordage (rope, twine) help with overnight storage and transportation Show up show out
November 4, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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just seen this via southwestsolidaritynetwork and abqmutualaid on instagram

Full post with link to get involved via signal: www.instagram.com/p/DQklw_MDFp...

#DirectAction #ABQ
BREAKING: People's Forum Albuquerque establishes Unsheltered Encampment on Civic Plaza, taking the fight for affordable housing and access to services to the doorsteps of City Hall via southwestsolidaritynetwork and abqmutualaid How Dare They Let Us Starve Our Demands: A Formal Declaration of a STATE OF EMERGENCY for ABQ & NM NO SECRET POLICE! Require all city departments and federal forces to be unmasked and clearly identifiable RE-PURPOSE THE NM NATIONAL GUARD FOR HUMANITARIAN AID. City-wide DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD AND ESSENTIALS. Sweeping PRICE CAPS on food, hygienic products, and other essential goods. Return to precovid services An immediate RENT FREEZE and an END TO ALL EVICTIONS until the end of the government shutdown. END ENCAMPMENT SWEEPS! Rapid repurposing of abandoned and empty properties across ABQ into EMERGENCY HOUSING.
November 3, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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get involved in local mutual aid efforts!

"Swing by make some sandwiches, pack some wound care supplies, fill some flashlights with batteries. A cases of water is always welcomed!"

Sunday November 9th

111 Hermosa Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

11AM-2PM or until we run out of stuff to do
Screenshot from freewheelmobileaid on IG. Flyer for their Supplies Packing Event, next Sunday November 9th. Address: 111 Hermosa Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Time: 11AM-2PM or until we run out of stuff to do. Soo Bak is supporting us by providing space for our first community event since the big change, please join us in reconnecting and showing support to community
November 3, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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JOHN BROWN BREAKFAST CLUB - COAT DRIVE

DONATE YOUR...

Winter coats
Warm hats
Gloves
Socks
Scarves

WHEN & WHERE

Zendo Coffee - 413 2nd St SW.
Differential Brewing Co. - 500 Yale Blvd SE

October 30-April 30

WE KEEP US SAFE!

www.instagram.com/johnbrownbre...
JOHN BROWN BREAKFAST CLUB - COAT DRIVE DONATE YOUR... Winter coats Warm hats Gloves Socks Scarves WHEN & WHERE Zendo Coffee - 413 2nd St SW. Differential Brewing Co. - 500 Yale Blvd SE October 30-April 30 WE KEEP US SAFE!
October 31, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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via Albuqueerque FB community: "join MPower as we hold our annual Big Gay BBQ! MPower ABQ will be providing all the meats for grilling so we encourage folks to bring sides, water and sodas and spend time with your community!"

9.7.25 1-4PM, Morningside Park. Music, food games. Bring a side dish!
image of a grill with a variety of meats on it next to a picnic blanket with even more food. There is a rainbow banner at the top that reads "Big Gay BBQ" and text below the image says "9.7.25 1-4 Morningside Park. Music, food games. Bring a side dish"
September 6, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Clothing Swap and Donation Drive supporting @tgrcnm.bsky.social

International Library 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque

TODAY! Saturday September 6, 1:45-4:15PM

Bring what you can - take what you want - FREE!

All sizes, all genders
International Library 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque. Saturday September 6, 1:45 - 4:15. Bring what you can, take what you want. FREE! All sizes, all genders. Clothing Swap and donation drive. Please bring: Travel shampoo, tampons, wipes, soap, pads. Whatever is left from the clothing swap will be donated to Transgender Resource Center. New Mexico TGRCNM
September 6, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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🌹✨ ABQ TEA DANCE PRESENTS: SAPPHO TEA DANCE ✨🌹

"On Sunday, September 21st, we step into the temple of sapphic joy at InsideOut for a very special Tea Dance Presents edition. This one is all about centering women, femmes, non-binary, & trans folks in the spirit of community, ritual, & celebration."
a goddess sits at the center of this flyer surrounded by pillars and flowers. Text reads "Sappho Tea Dance. DJ Oona, DJ Miss K, DJ Justic Christopher. Steven J. Westman. New Mexico Stripper. Tasha Heart. Drag performers Jack Lope, Contact Mike, Kitty Bush. Sept 21st, Insideout, 222 Central Ave SW, ABQ 3PM - 9PM
September 6, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Renters' Rights Workshop

Hosted by PROJECT FEED THE HOOD

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28th 5:30-7pm

3400 ROSS AVE. SE 87106

Join fellow community members for a workshop on tenant/renters' rights followed by an open Q&A. hosted by UNM Law Professor Serge Martinez and graduates of the UNM School of Law
RENTERS' RIGHTS WORKSHOP Know your rights!!! RSVP WITH QR CODE!! Hosted by: PROJECT FEED THE HOOD THURSDAY, AUGUST 28th 5:30-7pm 3400 ROSS AVE. SE 87106 Speakers: UNM School of Law Professor & National Lawyer's Guild Members Join fellow community members for a workshop on tenant/renters' rights followed by an open Q&A. hosted by UNM Law Professor Serge Martinez and graduates of the UNM School of Law TALLER SOBRE DERECHOS DE LOS INQUILINOS RSVP CON QR CODE!! A CARGO DE: PROJECT FEED THE HOOD EL JUEVES, 28 DE AGOSTO DE 2025 5:30-7pm 3400 ROSS AVE. SE 87106 LOS ORADORES: Profesor de la Facultad de Derecho de la UNM y Miembros del Gremio Nacional de Abogados Únanse a otros miembros de la comunidad para un taller sobre los derechos de los inquilinos y arrendatarios, seguido de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas. El taller será impartido por el profesor de derecho de la UNM, Serge Martinez, y graduados de la Facultad de Derecho de la UNM
August 22, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Workers Over Billionaires - Labor Day 2025

Sept 1st 9am-11am, Civic Plaza

via instagram.com/abqmutualaid
Sept 1st 9am - 11am, Civic Plaza. Workers Over Billionaires - Labor Day 2025.
August 19, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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ABQ Mutual Aid DONATION DRIVE!

upcoming event August 17th, 3pm-5pm

Nahalat Shalom, 3606 Rio Grande Blvd NW 87107

💸💕 linktr.ee/abqmutualaid

✊🏽🖤 www.instagram.com/abqmutualaid
ABQ Mutual Aid DONATION DRIVE! August 2nd, 9am-12pm August 9th, 1pm-3pm August 17th, 3pm-7pm Nahalat Shalom, 3606 Rio Grande Blvd NW 87107 abqmutualaid EDIT: AUGUST 17 IS FROM 3:00PM TO 5:00PM We're outreaching to invite you to support ABQ Mutual Aid's ongoing effort of sharing food with community. Weekly, we deliver care packages and meals to approximately 60 families and 150 unsheltered community members. This is all made possible through collective care and generosity of the community. Currently, we are seeking donations to continue this grassroots community care. You can support by making a monetary contribution through the link in our bio. You can donate food items to the Food Drives this month at Nahalat Shalom. Thank you in advance for being part of this community wide effort. Together we can continue to show up for one another. #abqmutualaid #albuquerque #mutualaid #solidaritynotcharity
August 11, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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ABOLISH ICE - A Benefit Show

Benefitting: THE SUNBELT EMERGENCY WORKER LEGAL DEFENSE FUND

ORGANIZED POWER IN NUMBERS

18+ ALMOST ALWAYS NEVER | CATCALLING CANINES | TWIST OF FATE NM | DESERT COAST $10 COVER | ONE DRINK MINIMUM

Gaia's Kava Root doors 6:00 PM | show 7:00 PM

Sat Aug 16th 2025
Screenshot of southwestsolidaritynetwork Instagram that was shared by 3 others 2 days ago. Music featured on the post is Vq - Fuck ICE ABOLISH ICE A BENEFIT SHOW BENEFITING: THE SUNBELT EMERGENCY WORKER LEGAL DEFENSE FUND ORGANIZED POWER IN NUMBERS 18+ WITH PERFORMANCES BY ALMOST ALWAYS NEVER | CATCALLING CANINES | TWIST OF FATE NM | DESERT COAST $10 COVER | ONE DRINK MINIMUM GAIA'S KAVA ROOT DOORS AT 6:00 PM | SHOW AT 7:00 PM Saturday, August 16th 2025
August 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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ART IN THE PARK

ART VENDING & FUNDRAISER

@ Roosevelt Park for the Transgender Resource Center

COMMUNIY RESOURCE TABLES AND LIVE T-SHIRT PRINTING

JULY 26th, 11-6 pm
ART IN THE PARK ART VENDING & FUNDRAISER AT ROOSEVELT PARK For The Transgender Resource Center COMMUNIY RESOURCE TABLES AND LIVE T-SHIRT PRINTING JULY 26th 11-6 pm
July 26, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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Route 66 Summerfest

Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 5-10 p.m. | Nob Hill

"Celebrate the kick-off of Route 66’s Centennial with this free event featuring multiple stages full of local bands, food trucks, and more!"

www.cabq.gov/artsculture/...
flyer for Route 66 Summerfest featuring a guitar surrounded by various shapes & line art, as well as some Route 66 highway signs
July 18, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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wish I'd seen this earlier!

"LIVE ART & MUSIC MUTUAL AID BASH

MUSICAL PERFORMANCES BY LAMBY, BIG GIRLS, MATT STEVENSON & HATAALII

SATURDAY JULY 12TH, 2025
6 TO 10PM
@ GHOST - 2889 TRADES WEST RD, 87507

PAY WHAT YOU CAN (SUGGESTED $10 DONATION) BENEFITS LOCAL NM COMMUNITIES"
LIVE ART & MUSIC MUTUAL AID BASH BENEFITTING BURRITO BRIGADE & ABQ PUNK SAFETY INITIATIVE FEATURING LIVE ART MAKING & ART AUCTION SPONSORED BY ABSTRACT PICNIC WITH MUSICAL PERFORMANCES BY LAMBY, BIG GIRLS, MATT STEVENSON & HATAALII SATURDAY JULY 12TH, 2025 6 TO 10PM @GHOST, 2889 TRADES WEST RD, 87507 BURRITO BRIG MUTUAL AID + Safety PAY WHAT YOU CAN (SUGGESTED $10 DONATION) BENEFITS LOCAL NM COMMUNITIES
July 13, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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4th of THE LIE - JULY 4TH 12-3 PM

PHIL CHACON PARK

CELEBRATING RESISTANCE TO COLONIALISM, CAPITALISM, AND WHITE SUPREMACY

FREE FOOD

COMMUNITY

SPEAKERS

MUSIC

POLITICAL EDUCATION
4th of THE LIE - JULY 4TH 12-3 PM PHIL CHACON PARK CELEBRATING RESISTANCE TO COLONIALISM, CAPITALISM, AND WHITE SUPREMACY FREE FOOD COMMUNITY SPEAKERS MUSIC POLITICAL EDUCATION
July 1, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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GAZA SOLIDARITY CONCERT

WITH PERFORMANCES BY:

CEE MO AND THE LOVERS | CATCALLING CANINES | ROLLING BITCH FACE | THE SHAME BABIES

$10 SUGGESTED DONATION

BLACK WALL GALLERY - DOORS AT 6PM | SHOW AT 7PM

Saturday, July 5th 2025
GAZA SOLIDARITY CONCERT WITH PERFORMANCES BY: CEE MO AND THE LOVERS | CATCALLING CANINES | ROLLING BITCH FACE | THE SHAME BABIES $10 SUGGESTED DONATION BLACK WALL GALLERY DOORS AT 6:00 PM | SHOW AT 7:00 PM Saturday, July 5th 2025
July 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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John Brown Breakfast Club served up some bomb burritos during the Juneteenth event today... see their informational flyers below for ways to get involved #ForThePeople #ByThePeople
Flyer for the John Brown Breakfast Club, text reads: FREE BURRITOS EVERY SATURDAY 9 AM AT 1ST AND SILVER 1/2 BLOCK FROM ALVARADO TRANSPORTATION JOHN BROWN BREAKFAST CLUB NEEDS DONATIONS! In order to provide tasty burritos and winter care packages to people, JBBC is looking for donations of the following: FOOD: OTHER ITEMS: Rice Foil Beans Gloves (for food prep) Salsa (especially green salsa!) Oil Propane Socks Tortillas Blankets Shredded cheese* Hygiene products (wipes, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet paper, etc.) Frozen potatoes* Gloves/hats/beanies Frozen pork* Backpacks TO DONATE: Drop off non-perishable items every Saturday from 9-11 AM on 1" and silver (by the greyhound station) Contact us on Facebook (john brown breakfast club) or by e-mail jbbc abq@proton.me Don't have time to meet in person? @JBBC-ACAB Donate via venmo @johnbrownbreakfastclub-4 **VENMO DONATIONS WILL GO TOWARD THE PURCHASE OF A VAN TO STORE AND TRANSPORT OUR EQUIPMENT** *FOR PERISHABLE ITEMS, PLEASE CONTACT US AHEAD OF TIME SO WE CAN MAKE SURE WE ARE ABLE TO STORE YOUR DONATIONS
June 22, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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The People's Juneteenth

For us, by us, with us!

Saturday, June 21st, 4PM to 8PM at Roosevelt Park

Speakers, music, poetry, dance, free food, children's area

Nobody's free until everybody's free!

www.facebook.com/share/19bKUj...
image of fists raised in red, yellow and green. Text reads: The People's Juneteenth. For us, by us, with us! Saturday, June 21st, 4PM to 8PM at Roosevelt Park. Speakers, music, poetry, dance, free food, children's area. Nobody's free until everybody's free!
June 16, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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HANDS OFF NEW MEXICO

MARCH AND PROTEST

MEET AT CIVIC PLAZA!

JUNE 20TH 2025, 5PM-9PM

call to ACTION

via ABQ SURJ
HANDS OFF NEW MEXICO MARCH AND PROTEST MEET AT CIVIC PLAZA! JUNE 20TH 2025 5PM-9PM I.C.E call to ACTION INHUMANE CALLOUS EVIL STAND UP AND PROTECT YOUR NEIGHBORS
June 15, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Juneteenth 2025 @ Civic Plaza, June 14 11AM-11PM

Local Acts - Healing/Mental health area - Vendors - Food trucks - Gospel - Educational activities - Teen/youth areas

www.instagram.com/nmjuneteenth
Juneteenth 2025 flyer in red. Text: @ Civic Plaza. June 14 11AM-11PM. NM Juneteenth. Bobby V. Local Acts. Healing/mental health area. Vendors. Food trucks. Gospel. Educational activities. Teen/youth areas.
June 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Bomb Lomas is BACK!

Celebrate the spirit of skating with Bomb Lomas and the Go Skate Day Skate Jam!

Jun 21, 2025 5PM - 10PM

NW Corner of Lomas & Juan Tabo

Los Altos Skate Park
9930 Lomas NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112
BOMB LOMAS JUNE 21 5:00 p.m. NW CORNER OF LOMAS & JUAN TABO "Bomb Lomas" is a grassroots skateboarding event in Albuquerque traditionally held on National Go Skateboarding Day. The event involves closing a 1.5-mile stretch of Lomas Boulevard from the top of the hill near Los Altos Skate Park, allowing hundreds of skaters to "bomb" down the hill together in a high-energy, community-driven ride. This event will conclude with the Go Skateboarding Day Skate Jam at Los Altos that is open & free to the public. Go Skateboarding Day SKATE JAM JUNE 21 LOS ALTOS 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
June 12, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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PRIDE In Old Town

Supporting Community!

June 14, 2025 9am - 8pm

Entertainment

- On plaza 9-2pm

- Drag shows around Old Town 3-8pm

Shop Old Town - Music - Local resources - Food
Image of multicolored chiles. Text reads: PRIDE In Old Town Supporting Community! June 14, 2025 9am - 8pm Entertainment - On plaza 9-2pm Drag shows around Old Town 3-8pm Shop Old Town Music Local resources Food For more info 505.975.3969
June 9, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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"Albuquerque's first annual Rad Pride!

Saturday 6/7/25 @ Tiguex Park, 2-6PM

Political education - free food - mutual aid distribution - drag performances

Dress for the weather (masks requested + provided). Bring water to share (cases requested)"
Albuquerque's first annual Rad Pride. Saturday 6/7/25 Tiguex Park, 2-6PM. Political education, free food, mutual aid distribution, drag performances. Dress for the weather (masks requested and provided). Bring water to share (cases requested)
June 4, 2025 at 2:25 PM