MEDIA ADVISORY: HAPPENING SATURDAY: Community cleanup planned in Albuquerque as part of "Breaking Bad Habits" litter prevention campaign

FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY

MEDIA ADVISORY

Contact:

Office of the Governor

Dara Romero, dara.romero@exec.nm.gov

November 19, 2025

HAPPENING SATURDAY: Community cleanup planned in Albuquerque as part of "Breaking Bad Habits" litter prevention campaign

ALBUQUERQUE – The state of New Mexico's litter prevention campaign, Breaking Bad Habits , will partner with Albuquerque Citizens’ Council and Imagine ABQ to host a community cleanup event on Saturday, Nov. 22, as part of their mission to #KEEPLITTEROUT of New Mexico.

This continued push to engage New Mexico residents in beautifying their state follows the launch of the newest installment of the “Breaking Bad Habits” advertising campaign , this time featuring the fearsome Salamanca Cousins, reminding New Mexicans to take care of their environment.

We would greatly appreciate your sharing information about this important event with your readers, viewers and/or social media followers to help drive turnout.

WHAT: Breaking Bad Habits community cleanup event in Albuquerque's International District. Participants will meet at Albuquerque Fire Rescue Station 5, 123 Dallas St NE. Gloves, trash bags, water and free “Breaking Bad Habits” T-shirts will be provided while supplies last. Attendees are encouraged to wear old, comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, a hat, sunglasses and to bring their own sunscreen, grabbers and a bucket (optional).

WHO: Individuals, families and groups are invited to join this effort to keep local neighborhoods as well as its natural spaces beautiful and healthy. State employees, Albuquerque Citizens’ Council and Imagine ABQ will participate in the event.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE: International District at Albuquerque Fire & Rescue Station 5, 123 Dallas St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Credentialed members of the media may RSVP to dara.romero@exec.nm.gov . Please include the names of those expected to be in attendance.

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