We’re Hiring: Library Technician II – Youth & Outreach Services

The City of Belen is accepting applications for one full-time Library Technician II – Youth & Outreach Services. The starting annual salary is $33,280 ($16/hr). A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Requirements You may read the full job description and apply online at www.belen-nm.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/. Please attach resume, diploma, degree, and any certifications … Read More

Whistle Stop Cafe Valentine Lunch

The Whistle Stop Cafe is open tomorrow to celebrate Valentine’s Day with you! We’ve made plenty extra, and we hope not to run out! Our Lunch Special will be Chicken and Dumplings, Corn on the Cob and a petite French Roll for dunking! Plus, so many things CHOCOLATE! We open at 12:00 Noon!

Women and the Heart of Belen

From its humble beginnings to present-day, the small City of Belen, New Mexico has weathered hundreds of years of challenges and growth. Told from the perspective of some of the women who live there, “Women and the Heart of Belen” is a monumental documentary film achievement from first-time filmmaker and U.S. Air Force Veteran Tina Raven-Kingson. There will be a … Read More

Whistle Stop Cafe Open for Lunch 2/8 & 2/9

The Whistle Stop Cafe at the @Belen Harvey House Museum will open for lunch tomorrow, Thursday, 2/8 & Friday, 2/9. They have been busy in the kitchen cooking up a Beef Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes, Chicken & Dumplings, Peach Orange Custard Bread Pudding, Mixed Berry Cobbler, Carrot Cake & Cinnamon Rolls! Stop on by from 12:00 to 4:00 PM!

Valentine’s Lovers Afternoon Special Concert

Come and enjoy the amazing music from Debra Dockens. The feeling and emotion Debra communicates through her music will be an inspiration for your holiday celebration! This special concert is FREE and will be held at the Belen Public Library on Saturday, February 10th from 12pm – 2pm.

Making it Public – Creative Industries Presentation

Join renowned Belen sculptor and arts educator Paula Castillo in an exploration of the possibilities of public art. This two-hour training is designed for audiences from different backgrounds and professions who want to learn about public art and community placemaking. The intensive workshop will give participants an overview of the different forms public art and funding can take and the … Read More

Belen Public Library Open House

The Belen Public Library Open House is coming soon! Join us for an evening of fun on May 1st from 4 – 6pm at the Library. There will be:

Student Art Exhibition

The Belen Creative Industries Initiative presents a Student Art Exhibition. This special show is brought to you by Student Curators Natalie Morales and Sophia Jaramillo. It will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 1 – 3pm at the Belen Public Library.

Belen Neighborhood Watch Meeting

The City of Belen Police Department remains committed to lowering crime rates and to working with the community to help keep citizens safe. One way to do that is by establishing Neighborhood Watch Groups. Join the Belen PD on Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Learn about: For more information call 505-966-2680.

Branding Your Business for the Marketplace – Presentation

Creative entrepreneurs of Belen, please join us on Saturday, February 3rd at 10 am in the Belen Public Library meeting room. We will be learning about branding your business. This event is sponsored by the City of Belen and the Belen Public Library and made possible by a grant from the Creative Industries Division of the NM Economic Development Department. … Read More