We can start planting most seasonal vegetables now, maybe a few could wait like okra and zucchini. Some old farmers say wait until after the 4th of July for zucchini, let someone else deal with the squash bugs. They do seem to hit the early plantings hard. I really do miss those fresh home-grown tomatoes. Their flavor is so distinctive when compared to the off-season varieties we see in the grocery stores.
This weekend is the Village of Corrales' FREE spring clean-up of green waste and household trash. This is a great opportunity to get rid of dead brush and leaves on your property while reducing the risk of fire in our community. Follow the signs to 500 Jones Road on Saturday from 8am-12pm.
There is going to be another presentation to the Village Council on 5/23/2023 on an alternative plan for renovation of the administration’s parking lot. Perhaps you would like to zoom in to see the presentation of another way to design a parking lot. The problem is there may be less parking on the administration’s campus. The administration continues to look for ways to provide safer parking in the business and administrative areas.
With this good weather everyone should be out and about participating in the activities going on in the Village. Go to the Village website and search the events calendar. There is a lot to do this weekend throughout the Village with great events like Cinco de Mayo, the Growers’ Market, the Corrales Arts Studio Tour, the Bike and Wine Tour and First Sunday Arts in the Village, make a plan, invite your friends and have some fun!
In addition to Cinco de Mayo, May 5th is also “Cartoonist Day” and for you Star Wars fans “Revenge of the Fifth Day” and May 6th is “National Tourist Appreciation Day”, “International No Diet Day”, “No Homework Day” and “National Beverage Day”. Want to find out more? Check it out here: www.daysoftheyear.com .
CRIME & SAFETY UPDATE:
Shortly after 6:00AM on Monday 4/24, police were called regarding an unwanted subject who had returned to a residence on West Valverde Road from which she had been issued a Trespass warning. The 34-year-old Rio Rancho woman was arrested for Trespassing and Resisting or Obstructing an Officer.
On Friday 4/28, two citizens reported cases of Identity Theft, one involving the filing of a fraudulent tax return and the other pertaining to unauthorized accounts. Neither complainant knew how, when or where their data had been compromised. Remember to safeguard your personal and financial information both on paper and online, and review the helpful information concerning Identity Theft at this link:
https://www.justice.gov/criminal-fraud/identity-theft/identity-theft-and-identity-fraud
One of the alleged Identity Theft victims also reported that he is unable to account for four firearms, which may have been taken from his former place of residence on the 900 block of W. La Entrada DR at an unknown time between July 2022 and April 2023. Always properly secure firearms so that they don’t end up in the wrong hands.
If you’re celebrating Cinco De Mayo this Friday, please do so responsibly and don’t drink and drive or let someone you care about do so. - SEE IT, HEAR IT, REPORT IT!
HEALTH & SAFETY UPDATE:
COVID vaccine update: Every person 6 months of age and older is eligible for at least one bivalent omicron vaccine. People 65 and older are eligible for a second, as long as it has been 4 months since first bivalent omicron vaccine. People 6 and older with certain immune compromising conditions or medications also may be eligible for a second bivalent omicron vaccination. Corrales Fire Department is holding vaccine drive through events; registration is available at: https://goodtimes.vaccinenm.org/stay-ahead-nm/. Please call Fire Commander, Tanya Lattin at 505-702-4182 with any questions or if you need assistance with registration.
As a reminder, FREE Covid home test kits are still available at Village Hall, Corrales Fire Station, and the Corrales Library. As always, remember to wear a mask indoors (especially in crowds), social distance, wash your hands frequently and please stay home if you are feeling sick.
The wildfire season is upon us and the Spring winds this time of year do not help! We have information on ways to protect your home.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Friday, May 5th – “Cinco de Mayo”
Sat. & Sun. 5/6 & 5/7 – “25th Annual Corrales Art Studio Tour” which will include 93 local artists, galleries and 50 elementary student artists. They will showcase their artwork throughout the Village of Corrales from 10am – 5pm both days. For more information, please visit: https://corralessocietyofartists.org/studio-tour/ .
Sat. & Sun. 5/6 & 5/7 – “Corrales Bike and Wine Tour” enjoy a beautiful bike ride through the historic Village of Corrales while tasting wine from three local wineries (Acequia Winery, Corrales Winery & Pasando Tiempo Winery) for tickets & information, please visit: https://www.un-17.org/corrales_bike_wine_tour
Saturday 5/6 – “Spring Clean-up Day in the Village” from 8am-12pm! Bring your household trash and green waste to 500 Jones Road for FREE disposal. No hazardous materials will be accepted.
Sunday 5/7 – “First Sunday in the Village” sponsored by Corrales MainStreet, throughout the Village business corridor.
Sunday 5/7 – “Corrales Growers’ Market” from 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday 5/9 – Regular Village Council Meeting @ 6:30pm
Friday 5/12 – “Coffee with a Cop” join your neighbors and Corrales police officers for coffee and conversation at The Farm Stand 4206 Corrales Road from 9:00am – 11:00am. NO agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.
Saturday 5/13 – “¡VIVA CORRALES!” This event is FREE to the public and will take place throughout the Village from 10am – 4pm. This event is a celebration and showcase of the unique mix of cultural, artistic, and agricultural activities and functions that make Corrales special. Volunteers needed, please go to this link: https://app.donorview.com/w3q0V .
Please contact Corrales MainStreet for more information @ 505-350-3955 or email visitcorrales [at] gmail.com ().
Saturday 5/13 – “Heritage Days” at Historic Old San Ysidro Church, 966 Old Church Road, 10:00am – 4:00pm. FREE family fun for everyone! Photo exhibition featuring the history of horses in the Village, children’s craft activities and much more!
Monday 5/15 – “Exploring Artful Places” sponsored by Corrales Art Center presents The Architectural Legacy of John Gaw Meem on the UNM Campus from 10am-1:00pm. Parking and catered box lunch included. For tickets and information or to consider becoming a member of CAC and have access to unique and enriching art experiences please visit: https://www.corralesartscenter.org/ .
Join VILLAGE in the Village (ViV), in partnership with Project Heart Start, by attending a CPR class in the Gymnasium at the Corrales Rec Center (500 Jones Road) during ¡Viva Corrales! on Saturday, May 13. Stop by the info table at the same location to learn more about how ViV helps Corrales seniors thrive in their homes and how you can volunteer to help continue their mission! Visit www.villageinthevillage.org to reserve your time slot for the CPR class.
We have a new exhibit up in the Village Hall lobby! Stop by and see the “Our Village, Our Heritage” exhibit of archived historical photographs of Corrales buildings and families. This is sponsored by the Corrales Historical Society. This exhibit coincides perfectly with the ¡VIVA Corrales! And Heritage Days events coming on May 13th.
The Corrales Historical Society invites you to view more historic photographs of Village of Corrales in the online collection of archives at: https://econtent.unm.edu/digital/collection/chs . If you would like to become a member of the Corrales Historical Society, please go to their website at: https://www.corraleshistory.org/ for more information.
Please check out our Village of Corrales website to find out more about what is going on in the Village of Corrales. You can also print important forms, view our Village Ordinances, see the calendar of events and much, much more!
If you know someone who would like to receive the weekly mayor’s message electronically, please email the Village Clerk, Melanie Romero at mromero [at] corrales-nm.org () or by phone at: 505-897-0502 ext. 208.
Enjoy all the activities going on in the Village, time with your family and friends, and the great weather. Stay safe. If you’re concerned about crowds, wear a mask, space yourself from others or just stay outside and don’t forget to wear sunscreen!
Jim Fahey
Corrales Mayor