Soccer, mermaids and more: 7 activities for this weekend

Beth Trujillo, Albuquerque Journal, N.M.
Updated ·2 min read

Apr. 12—Look at this stuff. Isn't is neat? Lots of events to make your weekend complete. Don't be a poor unfortunate soul. Check them out and be a part of their world.Got an event we should know about? Reach out to features@abqjournal.com.

'Fathoms Below'

Head under the sea and to the KiMo Theatre for "The Little Mermaid Jr." Join Ariel and friends at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15, and Sunday, April 16. Tickets are $10-$12, plus fees, at abqtickets.com. KiMo Theatre is located at 423 Central Ave. NW.

Squad goals

The New Mexico United home opener kicks off at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15. The boys in gold and black will take on the San Diego Loyal SC at Isotopes Park, 1601 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE. Tickets start at $19, plus fees, at newmexicoutd.com.

Making prints

The Tamarind Institute is hosting a free open house from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Visitors will be treated to workshop demonstrations, a gallery tour and a courtyard reception. The Tamarind Institute is located at 2500 Central Ave. SE.

Visit tamarind.unm.edu for more information.

Vibrant violets

The Albuquerque African Violet Club is hosting its annual show and sale 2-5 p.m. Saturday, April 15, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, April 16. The theme for this year is "Violets Celebrate the USA." The free event, held at the Albuquerque Garden Center, 10120 Lomas Blvd. NE, will feature violets and streptocarpus for sale, along with demos and growing tips.

A learning experience

The Rotary Club of Rio Rancho is hosting a career day event for local eighth graders.

From 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 15, students and their parents are invited to the Rio Rancho High School Auxiliary Gym, 301 Loma Colorado Dr. NE, in Rio Rancho.

Professionals in a array of fields, including computer science, education, engineering, health services, science and more, will be on hand to answer questions and distribute resources. The event is free and open to the public.

Gone country

Singer Ashley McBryde is coming to Isleta Resort and Casino's The Showroom concert venue.

The 21+ show starts at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 15. Tickets start at $50, plus fees, at holdmyticket.com. Isleta Resort is located at 11000 Broadway Blvd. SE.

Tunes and talent

Singer Amy Faithe will take you on a musical journey of pop, jazz, Disney and Broadway classics.

The concert kicks-off at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at the JCC of Greater Albuquerque, 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Tickets are $25, plus fees, at holdmyticket.com.