PSA: Be advised that Monsoon Season has begun and heavy rains are expected, this afternoon (6/17/2022) through early next week (6/21/2022). Please prepare for flash flooding early. Empty Sand Bags (Limit 10) are available for pickup at Belen City Hall and the Belen Fire Department. Free Sand is available for pick up at the following locations: Vivian Fields – 1112 … Read More
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Valencia County
New Mexico residents can now visit with FEMA and SBA specialists at the Jarales Community Center in Valencia County from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday. Residents can get help with their disaster assistance applications, upload documents, and find answers to questions about federal disaster assistance. There is no appointment needed to visit the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). If you … Read More
Stolen Flag – Information Needed
**Update** The individuals were arrested due to a tip. The individual donated the reward money to replace the flags that had to be burned according to Flag Code. Thank you to everyone who shared and assisted. **Update** Our Mayor, Robert Noblin, is offering a $250 reward for information that leads to the arrest of these individuals. Our Chief of Police, … Read More
You’re Invited, “Operation Never Forget”
You are cordially invited to honor our Veterans this Memorial Day. Monday, May 30, 2022 – Please arrive by 9:30am Activities will commence at 10am and will finish at noon. Belen’s Eagle Park Veterans’ Memorial.
Calling All Artists!
Hello Belen! We are looking for artists who want to display their work in our lecture hall during our Open House on May 25th. If you would like to have your art displayed, please bring it to the Library before May 24th. We are so excited to see what our amazing Belen artists have to share with the community! If … Read More
Summer Kick-Off Open House
Wednesday, May 25th from 4-7pm we are throwing an Open House to kick of summer and welcome our patrons back in! Live music, food trucks, door prizes, author reading, VR and Arcade games, Adult Makerspace preview, Video Booth (show off YOUR star quality!), snacks, sign up for Summer reading, an amazing Art Show, and reconnect with your library all in … Read More
Spring Clean Dumpster for May 7th & 8th Canceled
Unfortunately our Spring Clean dumpster planned for this weekend has had to be canceled. The dumpster last weekend was overly filled and the park was then utilized as a place to throw trash and that was not the intent of this outreach. We are working to come up with another way to help residents dispose of unwanted items and will … Read More
Saturday Mornings on Becker Ave
We would love to see you Saturday mornings on Becker Ave! It is not only a wonderful time to pick up local crafts and farm-fresh goods but to see your friends and neighbors. We are out every Saturday from 8am until 1pm. Saturday Mornings on Becker is an outdoor market for local artists, artisans, and farmers. You don’t want to … Read More
New Fire Alert Near Jarales
**Update**Valencia County Fire Department responded to a field fire with structures threatened this afternoon.Crews responded quickly and were assisted by State crews on the Simona Fire.Fire is under control, and contained. Units were able to protect the threatened structures.It appears that this fire was the result of a downed power line.Jarales Rd near Maestas is currently shut down while crews … Read More
Urgent Reminder: County Wide Burn Ban
Valencia County is currently under a county wide burn ban that includes ALL municipalities. to the extreme winds, ongoing drought, and severe fire danger. With the Big Hole and Simona fires happening back to back and other major fires throughout New Mexico we have a lack of available resources in the event of another major fire. Please remain diligent and … Read More