1 See works by unhoused artists.

In partnership with ArtStreet, a branch of Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless, the Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque unveils a new exhibition, Entwined, with a reception on Saturday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The 29th annual show features more than 20 artists whose work deals with issues such a mental health challenges, class, privilege, and identity. “A lot of people who use the studio have experienced homelessness, but ArtStreet is open to anyone,” says Helen Atkins, director of opportunity at the Harwood Art Center, of the nonprofit, which provides art supplies, art classes, and access to an art studio. “It’s a reminder of our shared humanity and the necessity for agency and creativity. It’s really inspiring to see the resilience of artists who are dealing with a lot and remain dedicated to their practice.” See the exhibition through February 21.

See Lance McGoldrick's "I Love You, New Mexico, Te Quiero, Nuevo México" in the Window Box at Vladem Contemporary. Courtesy of New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary.

2 Get a window into creation.

When Lance McGoldrick creates a work of art, he uses light, found objects, textures, and geometry to create pieces ranging from immersive environments to small sculptural works. Catch McGoldrick, whose I Love You, New Mexico, Te Quiero, Nuevo México is on view in the Window Box at the New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary, discussing his process and material choices, at the museum on Friday at 5:30 p.m.

See if you can spot a Woodhouse's scrub-jay on the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society's bird walk. Photograph courtesy of the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society.

3 Take a bird walk.

On Saturday, the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society hosts a bird walk at Leasburg Dam State Park. Group leader Daniel Horton guides birders of every level along the Mogollon Trail for about a mile before returning to the picnic area. The riparian area is rich with bird life, including red-tailed hawks, prairie falcons, songbirds, and desert birds such as mourning doves and roadrunners. Meet at the visitor center at 8 a.m.

Catch "Where the Mountains Remember" at the Murray Ryan Visitor Center in Silver City. Photograph courtesy of the Friends of the Chiricahua Apache Nation.

4 Learn about one of New Mexico’s Indigenous cultures.

Dive into Chiricahua Apache culture at the celebration of Where the Mountains Remember at the Murray Ryan Visitor Center in Silver City. The exhibition includes artworks by Chiricahua Apache artists Delia DeVur and Joe Saenz, photographs, and a collection of cultural objects. “The Chiricahua Apache are the original peoples of this territory,” says DeVur. “Our goal in the community is to raise awareness and educate the community while diversifying the represented cultures.”

The exhibition comes alive at the Hub from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday with live performances from a Native flutist and drummers, plus Native-inspired refreshments. “It’s a great opportunity to engage with us,” says DeVur, who also has a large-scale work inspired by traditional burden baskets on display at Silver City’s Light Art Space.

More programming, including a cultural gathering on February 28, is planned during the exhibition’s run through March 31.  “We want to educate the public on what the Chiricahua Apache Nation is doing here in New Mexico,” says DeVur, “and inspire people to help support our goals as we work to establish a permanent headquarters and eventually a cultural center.”

JD Nash will be among the performances screened at the "Bands of Enchantment" season 5 premeire. Courtesy of JD Nash.

5 Strut on the red carpet.

Attend the red carpet premiere for season 5 of the Emmy-winning Bands of Enchantment at the KiMo Theatre in Albuquerque on Saturday. The musical bash includes screenings of this season’s performances by La Vida Bohème and JD Nash and the Rash of Cash, and acoustic sessions by Sgt. Splendor and Adrian Quezada. Doors open at 6 p.m. and screenings start at 7 p.m.

For more things to do, check out our online calendar of events.