🌱 Mayor Day Of Volunteer Recognition + APS Vaccination Clinic

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First, today's weather:

Sunny and very warm. High: 82 Low: 54.

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Here are the top three stories today in Albuquerque:

1. The Albuquerque Volunteer Advisory Board is currently accepting nominations for its seventh annual Mayor Day of Volunteer Recognition event. The ceremony will be held at the Albuquerque Museum on Jun. 23. Attendance at the actual event will be limited but the board will be live streaming the event to the public. Nominations will be accepted until May 13. (KRQE News 13)
2. The Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is searching for more volunteers to help with the increased spring animal populations. The shelters become packed with kittens and puppies as the birthing season continues into mid-October. Click the link to sign up as a foster parent, volunteer, or donate. (KRQE News 13)
3. Albuquerque Public Schools will be providing vaccinations for employees, students, and families at Berna Facio on Apr. 27. The vaccination clinic will be from noon until 4:00 p.m. at the Louisiana Boulevard NE professional development complex. Appointments will not be necessary to receive a vaccine. (Albuquerque Public Schools)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Thursday Birders At Central New Mexico Audubon Society (8:25 AM)
• Virtual CNMAS Monthly Meeting At The Central New Mexico Audubon Society (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• ABQ BioPark is the perfect location to celebrate Mother's Day. Local bands will be providing the soundtrack to the day at the Zoo on Sunday, May 8. (Instagram)
• Have you ever wondered what a shark or a stingray feels like? ABQ BioPark has a touchpool for you to find your answer. (Instagram)
• Albuquerque Animal Welfare showcases Tony Bologna. If you're interested in this adorable dog, visit the Animal Welfare website for more information. (Facebook)

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— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.