Editor’s Note: The one thing some students can look forward to at the beginning of the semester is a financial aid deposit. On the other hand, if you spent it all covering credit card expenses, shopping or if you aren’t one of the lucky ones getting a return, then this guide is for you.
WEDNESDAY: “Easy Rider” screening
“Lord have mercy! Is that what that is?” In the 21st century, it’s hard to believe drugs were ever a shock to see on the silver screen. As they say, seeing is believing, and you can experience this wonder at the free screening of the original “Easy Rider” at the KiMo Theatre, part of its New Mexico centennial celebration. Or you could rent the latest remake, all dressed up with explosions and sex. It’s a tough call; if you opt for the old-school flick, the theater is located at 423 Central Ave. S.E., and the screening starts at 7 p.m.
THURSDAY: Yoga and meditation
After a long day of classes, it’s hard to shut off your mind and unwind for a peaceful night’s rest. At least once a week, you can count on rest after a session of Vinyasa flow yoga and Kundalini meditation. Don’t let the technical names scare you off; there isn’t much you can do to complicate relaxation. Expect the poses to flow together into something akin to a dance and be sure to wear something comfortable. Revel in the boundlessness rarely found in the hectic lives we lead. The session begins at 7:30 p.m. and is located at the Maple Street Dance Space inside of PeaceCraft, located at 3215 Central Ave. N.E.; the entrance is in the alleyway.
THURSDAY: “The Dawn of Mesoamerica”
This film is the first installment of the Mexican film series at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, “The Soul of Mexico.” It is focused on the cultural history of the Olmec people, particularly their art. Like other ancient civilizations, Olmec artistic expressions dealt with natural forces that came to be viewed as gods in their culture. The film is in Spanish with English subtitles, and if you’re not so into reading your films, you could have a lot of fun making up your own dialogue with a friend. The film will be shown in the Bank of America Theatre at 7 p.m. The free tickets are available one hour before it starts. The center is located at 1701 Fourth St. S.W.
FRIDAY: Occupy the Courts
The 99 percent of Albuquerque and more than 100 other cities are participating in this national event. You can make your mark at the Pete V. Domenici Federal Courthouse located at 333 Lomas Blvd. NW. Albuquerque Area Move to Amend, the local affiliate of the national Occupy the Courts movement, is organizing the event. According to the event listing on kunm.org, the event is from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., and anyone interested in participating can contact Tom Dent at 505.450.1268 or 505.266.9139.
SATURDAY: January Tail Date
They say a dog is a man’s (or woman’s) best friend, but if your pooch is your only pal, you may want to consider the monthly meet-up for dogs and their owners at Los Altos Dog Park. Don’t feel abandoned when the love of your life goes bounding off toward members of its own species, for you can make Fido just as jealous by mingling with other owners. At least you know humans won’t bite — most of them at least. The date is part of an Animal Humane Society club, the members of which support the society and advocate for homeless animals. For more information, visit AnimalHumaneNM.org. The date goes from 10:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. and the park is located at 821 Eubank Blvd. NE.
Computer Classes
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The world of technology is advancing so rapidly that anyone without a rudimentary knowledge of the basics as a jumping-off point is all but lost. The folks at the Tony Hillerman Library are there to help you with classes throughout the weeks, touching on computer basics like how to use Microsoft Word, how to use a flash drive, how to connect to WiFi, and how to search the internet effectively, to name a few. Pre-registration is required, so if you’re interested, search the cabq.gov site for the library, click on the link taking you to the library’s new page, and select the “Computer Classes” tab. This may be asking a lot of someone who needs to learn the basics, so you can always call a friend or librarian there at 505.291.6264 for help or more information. The library is located at 8205 Apache Ave. N.E.
