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What’s in this issue for you! March/April 2021
Vol. 30 No. 2
REGULAR FEATURES
STORIES & SPECIAL FEATURES
Let’s Read! pg 14
Rockhound State Park pg 8
Kids! Calendar pg 20
Kids Can Take Home What They Dig Up at Southern NM Park
Young Scientist pg 24
Taos Ski Valley pg 12
Great Kids! pg 25
Mountain Adapts To COVID To Provide Safe Family Fun
Kids Art pg 26, 28
Earth Day 2021 pg 16
Kids’ Crossword pg 27
How To Celebrate With Your Kids During Covid
Let’s Draw! pg 29
Summer Fun! Activities Directory pg 30
Cover Story My name is Luciana Engleman. I am 5 years old, born in September, in Elgin, IL. I moved with my family (Dad, Mom, Brother and two Dogs, Luna & Leo) to Rio Rancho in June. I like the mountains and the sunshine here! For fun I like to paint, go to the park with my family, play with my dogs, go to gymnastics practice and take piano lessons. Thank you for choosing my art. A little bit about my art (written by mom): Luciana and I love art, we paint together for fun. In March, there was a stay-at-home order in place. About a month in, we decided to pick up our paint brushes and start painting. When Luciana had completed her painting, I asked her what she had painted. She explained to me that it was a "Rainbow Church." I asked her what was the symbol in the air. She told me it was the "germ." I answered, “Yes! That looks like a perfect Covid Symbol!” As we continued to talk, we were reminded that we can trust in God during any challenging time. Following our talk, to complete the painting, together we added a few more symbols (the heart, peace sign and some birds). We really appreciate New Mexico Kids! for choosing Luciana's art and displaying it on the cover of their wonderful magazine. Art is a beautiful way for kids to express themselves and we will always treasure this piece.
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Rockhound State Park
Kids Can Take Home What They Dig Up at Southern NM Park By TANIA SOUSSAN Kids who visit Rockhound State Park might have to unlearn the usual lesson that state and national parks are places where you can take only pictures. “We’re one of only two state parks in the United States where you can take something,” said Manager Robert Apodaca. “That’s a very
Leonardo, 12, of Deming balances rocks at Rockhound State Park. Courtesy photo.
unique opportunity.” (The other is Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas: arkansasstateparks.com/parks/crater-diamonds-state-park) Visitors are encouraged to put a rock or two in their pockets as a souvenir from the park’s rocks and minerals. The most common is jasper, but rockhounds also find geodes and thunder eggs, pearlite and quartz, Apodaca said. Onyx, agate, crystalline rhyolite (which looks like petrified wood) and obsidian also are among the common rocks and minerals found in the park, according to the New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources. Set in the rugged, steep slopes of the Big and Little Florida Mountains near Deming, the southern New Mexico park is popular with campers and day-trippers. The intense summer heat makes spring and fall more comfortable times to visit. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, Rockhound has been open for day use only and only to New Mexico residents. Hours have been 7 am to 4 pm Thursday through Sunday in the main unit of the park and 8 am to 4 pm daily in the nearby Spring Canyon unit. The visitor center has been closed. Check with the park for current conditions. “I love the park. It’s beautiful place,” said Sally Allen, president of Friends of Rockhound State Park. In addition to rock collecting, the park offers four trails, a labyrinth to walk, a native plant garden and bird watching. Once restrictions ease,
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Spring at Rockhound State Park. Courtesy photo.
visitors can enjoy stunning sunsets, magnificent night skies, a peaceful campground and a range of programs. Just two miles south of the main unit of the park in the Big Florida Mountains is Spring Canyon. “There are some beautiful, scenic trails,” Apodaca said. The 1.5-mile round trip Spring Canyon Trail takes hikers to an ephemeral stream that flows for 100 to 150 feet after precipitation but is reduced to residual moss in drier times. The more intense 1.8-mile round trip Lovers Leap Trail switchbacks from 5,200 feet to 6,000 feet, Apodaca said. Spring Canyon is a popular area for birding and the best spot to look for Persian ibex, mountain goats from Iran that were introduced to the park in the 1970s. They can be seen on the hillsides. “They’re all around,” said Allen who recommends listening for falling rock and then scanning the hills with binoculars for the best chance to see one, particularly at dawn or dusk when they are most active. Other wildlife includes coatimundis, deer, antelope, mountain lions, snakes and many species of birds as well as small mammals such as prairie dogs, rabbits and badgers. A variety of cactus and other plants also thrive in the arid environment. But the prime attraction is the rocks, and the best place to look for them is in the main unit of the park. Many people start out from the visitor center on the half-mile Jasper Trail. It intersects with the Thunder Egg Trail, which follows the slope of the Little Floridas for about a mile and is the best place to search for rocks. Allen said the geodes are “just the coolest things” and her favorite finds. Digging geodes out of the hillside is tough but rewarding, according to Ruta Vaskys and Martin Iris, 9, and Quentin, 6, of Deming hike at Rockhound State Park. Photo by Heather Kelly. Freed, authors of continued on page 10
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A view from one of the steep trails at Rockhound State Park. Courtesy photo.
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“Rockhounding New Mexico: A Guide to 140 of the State’s Best Rockhounding Sites.” “The interiors are beautiful,” they write. “Many have hollow centers with quartz and/or calcite or other species of crystals surrounded by agate. Even the solid nodules have beautiful agate interiors.” Geodes are hollow or near-hollow with crystal-lined cavities and are found in igneous and sedimentary rocks, while thundereggs are solid or near-solid nodules formed by magmatic and volcanic processes, according to the Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources. You can’t tell which you’ve got until you break open the hard, rough-textured outer shell to reveal the beauty locked inside. Although the park has been open since 1966, there still are treasures to be found. “Jasper is very plentiful. If you turn your head, you’ll trip over one,” Apodaca said. Jasper can be tan, red, bronze or yellow. Washes and ravines off the trails are among the best places to look, especially after a good rain, because erosion exposes the minerals, he said. There are two ways to go about finding treasures once you’ve Cooper, 5, of Deming “holds up” a boulder on Spring picked a spot to look – Canyon Trail. Courtesy photo. digging and simply looking on the surface. Taking along a hammer and chisel is a good idea, but no tools over 12 inches are allowed at Rockhound. Rangers on duty and park volunteers are practicing social distancing and limiting interactions with the public, but they can answer questions about rocks that visitors find. For more information visit emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD.
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Mountain Adapts To COVID To Provide Safe Family Fun By EFRAIN VILLA
As we soar higher and higher, suspended above the fluffy snow gleaming on the mountain slope beneath us, I listen to my snowboarding instructor, Jake Wilkes, philosophize on the beauty of snow sports. He interrupts himself to point to a nimble skier far beneath our chairlift deftly maneuvering through moguls. I glimpse him right before he disappears behind a patch of trees, leaving a wispy trail of white powder floating in his wake. “That looked like a comet,” I tell Jake. “That’s Burt Skall, the ski school director,” he says. “He’s an amazing skier and snowboarder, and an even better instructor and coach.” To be fair, saying Burt is an amazing skier is not so much flattery as it is stating the obvious. The surprising part is how well his knees have kept
A toddler learns to snowboard with a family member in the Pioneer Beginner’s Area. Courtesy photos.
up with his four decades of coaching. Then again, he knows how to treat them well, and teaching others how to treat their own bodies and minds well happens to be one of his passions. “We prioritize people skills in all of our instructors,” says Burt. “People think instructors spend a lot of time learning how to teach technique, but we actually spend a lot of time working on how to relate to people and build relationships, so we understand motivations and cognitive and behavioral abilities. That’s why we have kids who have been coming here since they were five and now that they’re teenagers, they are still skiing with the same instructor.” The Perfect Time to Go: The pandemic has reminded humanity how fast life can change, but for the moment, this might be the best time to visit. “If you’re looking to really get out and enjoy the mountain and time with your family, there’s probably no better year to do it, because there are no other distractions,” says CEO David Norden. “There are also no big crowds and we are taking COVID precautions very seriously.” Pandemic countermeasures Taos instated to become New Mexico Safe Certified include having employees work in pods to minimize potential transmissions along with contact tracing, temperature checks, enforcing the mask requirement and eliminating nightlife activities. The cozy restaurants with roaring fireplaces are also closed. If you’re staying at The Blake, the flagship hotel at Taos Ski Valley, food can be ordered at restaurants and hotel staff will deliver it directly to your room. “It’s our version of Uber Eats,” says David. “We are trying to do our part so restaurants in our community stay in business.”
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A father and daughter ski the Highline Ridge, where more advanced skiers and riders can hike to select terrain.
The pandemic has forced many children to be cooped up due to school closures and many parents are tired of living life through a Zoom frame. Without the worry of overcrowding, right now might be the best time to try snowboarding or skiing as a family. Springtime can yield excellent snow conditions. The Rio Hondo Learning Center: The center was renovated three years ago and turned into an interactive wonderland. Architectural elements were integrated into streamlined, kid-friendly registration processes and equipment fitting. The building’s concrete support pillars, for example, were painted to look like aspen trunks with markings denoting height, so young skiers can be outfitted easily with the right size skis or snowboards. The scale is a repurposed chairlift that gets kids immediately used to the concept of sitting in open air transportation. There is also a small climbing wall with plenty of padding and the bathrooms have miniaturized everything, including tiny toilets and miniscule sinks for handwashing. Even the signs and artwork are placed low to the ground. Having the building’s form follow its function means less time engaged in the more tedious aspects of snow sports lessons and more time learning to ski or snowboard. For now, most of the registration and fitting process is done outside until it is safe to gather indoors once again. And the ski school is only conducting private and small group lessons. The Perfect Progression: The topography of the beginner slopes has recently been reshaped to create what instructors call “the perfect progression.” The contours of the hill are designed to support the foundational techniques all snowboarders and skiers must learn. “The whole idea behind the perfect progression park is we want to teach the idea of ‘go’ versus the idea of ‘stop,’” says Burt. “It's about flow. Snowboarding and skiing become fun once you can start moving instead of worrying about stopping. Gravity slows you down. If you drop a beachball on this terrain, you wouldn't have to worry about slowing it down; it would naturally do what it's going to do. It’s the same for people. The first time you go down, even if you lose it and don't have control, the landscape will put you back where you're supposed to be. It's like you have natural bumper guards.” On Equal Footing: Learning skiing or snowboarding as a family upends that typical family hierarchy in fun, safe and fascinating ways. “It's a bonding process when families learn together,” says Burt. “It's sort of a chance for a little bit of role reversal, where the parents are glad the children are learning something new and then the kids are glad that mom and dad are also finally getting it. Everybody is going through the same experience while having some of the same challenges and successes.” Puppy Love: One of the biggest attractions at Taos Ski Valley has little to do with snow sports. The avalanche dogs have become celebrities. “A lot of parents will tell their kids, ‘Let’s go meet the avi dogs,’” says David. “We have even had demonstrations where we bury something, and the dogs have to find it in the snow to show how they could find a skier lost in an avalanche. Everybody loves the dogs.” Although the dogs may not always be available to interact with guests, since they are on the clock, people are welcome to ask about opportunities to see them at work, David says.
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Let’s Read Let’s Read Let’s Read These book reviews were written by Christine Laffler’s 4th grade students at Manzano Day school.
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Authors: Angie and Alli Simpson Illustrator: Lucy Fleming Publisher: Aladdin Ages: 4-8 This book is all about the stories that can be found in the clouds. It tells the story of a girl who is grow-
ing up. Her mom sees the past in the clouds above. This is the best book when you need some comfort. The illustrations are beautiful and the words are soothing. This is a book that brings me peace and joy. I really recommend this book; it’s beautiful! Maggie A., 10
Author: Rebecca Robinson Illustrator: Emanuela Ntamack Publisher: Rebecca Robinson Ages: 4-8 This book shows that even the bravest people cry. It is specifically for younger kids, but I think it’s great for every age group. In this book, Clay’s dad tells him not to hold his feelings in and that it is brave to cry. Clay learns all about the many people who cry. He visits firemen, window washers and even his teacher and they all tell him the same thing: that crying is brave. If you're
wanting a book that explains feelings, then this is the book for you. This book makes people realize that holding your emotions in doesn't make you brave at all. Miles E., 10
No Voice Too Small: Fourteen Young Americans Making History Editors: Lindsay H. Metcalf, Keila V. Dawson & Jeanette Bradley Publisher: Charlesbridge Ages: 5-9 “You’re never too young or too small to change the world,” says youth activist Mari Copeny. I think you should read this book because you can see that even the tiniest voices or people can change the world. This book introduces us to so many amazing young people. From Jasilyn Charger, a water protector, to Viridiana Sanchez Santos, who speaks out against anti-immigration attitudes,
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From the Desk of Zoe Washington Author: Janae Marks Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books Ages: 8-12 This book is about a girl named Zoe who receives a letter on her birthday from her father, Marcus, who is in jail. Zoe doesn't know much about Marcus, but she starts to write letters back to him -- letters she has to keep secret from her mom. Zoe also starts making a new cupcake flavor to get a spot on the “Kids Bake Challenge!” show. Meanwhile,
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Marcus writes to Zoe saying he is innocent. Zoe decides to investigate on her own, but she is struggling with the burden she has taken on. Can she prove Marcus innocent? Will she get on the show? Will her mom find out about her letters to Marcus? This book is amazing and we couldn’t put it down! Read “From the Desk of Zoe Washington” for a roller coaster ride! By Iris K., Kate S. & Sarah H., 10 Author: Jewell Parker Rhodes Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Ages: 8-11 This is a really important book. In this story, Donte and his brother Trey move to a new school, Middle Field Prep. At this school, there are only a few black students. Some of the white students bully Donte because of his dark skin. They don’t bully his brother because he has lighter brown skin. It is this bullying that leads Donte to want to learn how to fence. You should read this book because it shows you not to treat people differently just because of their skin color and to treat others equally. Black Brother, Black Brother is about not giving up when things get hard and believing in yourself even when you are being bullied or treated differently. We give this book a 5-star rating! By Laasya T., 9, & Sara H., 10
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Earth Day 2021 How To Celebrate With Your Kids During Covid
Earth Day celebrates the beginning of the modern environmental movement starting in 1970. U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin pitched the idea and the holiday immediately resonated with Americans, especially politically active youth. In December 1970, a few months after the first Earth Day celebration, Congress created the Environmental Protection Agency, thanks in part to the efforts of Earth Day activists. Earth Day falls on April 22nd, a Thursday this year. While large in-person gatherings are suspended for now because of COVID, families can celebrate by visiting a nearby park to breathe in the fresh spring air and
Families visit The Santa Fe Botanical Garden. Photo by Cristina Salvador, collections manager, Santa Fe Botanical Garden.
explore our beautiful natural world. By showing your children the wonders of the natural world, you will inspire them to be more invested in respecting and saving it. If you don’t want to go far, parks along the Albuquerque bosque, the Petroglyphs in Albuquerque or the Santa Fe National Forest are easily accessible. If you’re craving a more immersive experience, you could drive a little farther and visit one of New Mexico’s many state or national parks. Entrance to national parks is free on Saturday, April 17, the first day of National Park Week. New Mexico has 15 national parks, including Chaco Canyon National Historical Park, Bandelier National Monument and White Sands National Park. Families also can visit one of the state’s numerous wilderness areas. These are often isolated, with no facilities or established trails, but they can provide the opportunity for adventurous families to explore. The Ojito Wilderness is accessible for both Albuquerque and Santa Fe residents. The Dome Wilderness is closer to Santa Fe and the Manzano Mountain Wilderness is closer to Albuquerque. When visiting a wilderness area, make sure to use a car with high clearance if possible, as the roads are often unpaved and bumpy. Pack all the supplies you'll need, even toilet paper and a shovel, as there are no facilities . The Santa Fe Botanical Garden, which generally opens on April 1, should be open on Earth Day. April is the best month to see and smell the flowering trees in the garden. Once a month, the garden hosts a “community day,” with free entrance to New Mexico residents. The garden’s upcoming community days are on March 10 and April 23. Under COVID rules, groups of up to five can visit and everyone must wear masks.
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The garden also hosts a “Garden Sprouts” program. "Normally, without COVID, it is a hands-on program for kids 3 to 5 years old,” said Communications Manager Kathy Haq. “During COVID, it is set up from 10:30 to 11:30 am every Friday. There is a virtual program, often involving reading by parents and caretakers of the children. It is all being done via Zoom right now.” “In terms of safe activities,” she added, “any time a parent can spend with a child outdoors and really give the child unhurried time in nature, that is a wonderful way to celebrate Earth Day. Because the child can explore and ask questions and get excited about being outdoors." In Albuquerque, the Botanic Garden at the ABQ BioPark remains open for visitors from New Mexico. Advanced tickets are sold on a time slot basis. The Botanic Garden spans 32 acres of beautiful gardens and exhibits, with plants from around the Southwest and the world. Visitors can wander through thick bamboo forests on the fringe of a pond teeming with colorful koi fish or explore an authentic homestead and grape farm. It is no secret that meat — beef in particular — harms the environment. From the land and water costs to grow animals for consumption to the practice of destroying natural areas for cattle grazing, like in the Amazon Rainforest, even slightly decreasing your family’s meat consumption will reduce your environmental impact. After a long day of hiking, a healthy, earth-conscious meal with plenty of veggies is a great way to wind down and refuel. To go a step further, you could turn Earth Day into a Meatless Monday (even though it falls on a Thursday) and experiment with cooking vegan staple proteins like tofu or seitan. Or you can avoid the hassle and visit a delicious local veggie eatery like Thai Vegan and Green Genes in Albuquerque or Root 66 Cafe in Santa Fe. Families can also take direct action to help the planet this Earth Day. Learn about native plant species and plant some in your yard to help the native ecosystem. Some of the most common New Mexico native plants are creosote bush, mesquite and piñon pine. Before planting any native plants, ensure that they are local to your specific area. Check with the Native Plant Society of New Mexico for location-specific guidance. Parents also can read books with their children that focus on nature like “The Lorax” by Dr. Seuss, “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein, “Here We Are” by Oliver Jeffers or “Heal the Earth” by Julian Lennon. Or get the whole family together and watch a nature documentary like “Planet Earth” or “The Blue Planet” with David Attenborough. Several environmental organizations in New Mexico accept volunteers, including the Albuquerque BioPark, Wildlife Rescue New Mexico, La Montanita Co-op, Trails Alliance of Santa Fe and the Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary. Additionally, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History offers a Junior Docent program. Teenagers can volunteer at the museum and learn about science from staff, scientists and curators while also practicing customer service skills. The Albuquerque Wildlife Federation is a volunteer-run organization that has been active in conserving New Mexico’s wildlife and wilderness for 105 years. The group welcomes families to volunteer on their conservation trips, including in-the-field restoration service projects. This Earth Day may be quieter than normal, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be filled with moments of learning, connection and mindfulness. After all, appreciating and giving back to the Earth, even in small ways, aligns more with the ethos of Earth Day than a big parade ever could. For more information: National Park Week: nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/national-park-week.html Santa Fe Botanical Garden: santafebotanicalgarden.org Botanic Garden at ABQ BioPark: cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/garden Native Plant Society of New Mexico: npsnm.org
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A Butterfly of Hope A poem by Abigail Lipsitz, 12
I sit at a park bench Birds flying freely, children playing so innocently I can’t help wondering What are the seeds of a legacy that we are planting into this nation? I watched the people of America obliterate our Capitol. I was frozen to my couch, petrified with fear The flag of division marched through the halls Our leaders both red and blue franticly ushered to safety Death and destruction surrounding them What has become of our free country? We fly our flags half-mast as the bald eagles cry in their nests, embarrassed to be the symbol of our divided nation. I wonder why is it just now that we have the first female vice president of the United States? Why is it that this country has been on a hiatus for so long, that people hate us? The truth is that We have hit the lowest of lows, the bottom of the murky waters. We can’t breath We are trapped in our cages, Torn apart from the people we love The abyss, the darkness has swallowed us whole. We are falling through the sky, our parachutes broken. This rollercoaster of ups and downs has taken us on the ride of our lives. Yet we prevail We spend our lives complaining, arguing, fighting, regretting. We bury our love in the dark nooks and crannies of our souls. If the whole world was kind, think of how open our hearts could truly be. People would no longer be taught to have those dark holes on their souls because they would no longer be needed. Hate would have no home there. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said that we must meet hate with love. But so lately we have been meeting love with hate. But wait! I can see it, fluttering down from the sun, like a butterfly, wrapping its wings around the world. Glistening in the sunshine. Hope. It’s everywhere, surrounding everyone No matter who you are, Black, Brown, Asian, Jewish, Christian, Muslim, LGBTQ. You matter. Together, we have climbed this mountain Together we have fought the beast
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Who cares if you are right or left a bit in between? We may believe different things, but we all have the same blood pumping through our veins. We have to embrace who we truly are inside and BE the rainbow in someone’s storm. My mom told me that she likes to think that no one is a bad person, just good people making bad choices. Sometimes I find that hard to believe, but we have to cease this battle from within to truly find peace. Lacking a kind rightful leader, our country has fallen, democracy almost failed, but we prevailed. We just have to remember that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. Hope has not just yet flown away from us. We must rise up from our graves of solitude and loneliness and rise up together as one nation connected. United not divided. When we can finally put the pieces of this broken puzzle together, we can work towards ending the racism, the violence, the hate. Ending the anger, the loneliness, the lies. We can open our hearts to the world and be vulnerable in a way that makes us all stronger together. We must lift our heads up and look forward, Not back or down, but forward, To new opportunities, friends and love. Forward to peace, kindness, and hope. Forward to what makes us different, but yet connects us. So, take a moment to step in someone else’s shoes. Find your butterfly and embrace it. Close the hole in your heart. Swim out of your murky waters. And breathe. We must plant the seeds of our legacy together. We must keep being the change. Some say that the next generation is our only hope, but they are wrong. We can’t afford to wait Anyone can make a difference. Together we can pave a new path forward. I smile. I know what seed I want to plant. One of a legacy of kindness, love, and unity. I take a deep breath, Satisfied with my answer, I walk off towards the setting sun A butterfly of hope on my shoulder. Abigail is a 6th grade student at Albuquerque Public Schools’ eCademy K-8 magnet school. She wrote this poem for a Works of Wonder competition through the APS Gifted Department.
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New Mexico Kids! Calendar & Virtual Activities In addition to in-person events, we have compiled a list of virtual events, activities and resources for parents and children to turn to in March, April and beyond. Most businesses, schools, organizations and programs have Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts as well as YouTube channels that are easy to find by searching the organization name. As of press time, these events and links were up to date, but as things are changing rapidly, sometimes daily, schedules and listings are subject to change. Fingers crossed, the usual calendar will return for our May/June issue. To have your events listed for free in that issue, fill out our calendar form at newmexico-kids.com, or send date, time, place, cost, description of activity, sponsoring organization and contact phone to kids@newmexico-kids.com. The deadline is April 14. Calendar listings are not guaranteed due to space limitations. All phone numbers have a 505 area code unless otherwise noted.
tory workshop designed for families. Some parental supervision suggested and a free kit will be provided for the first 16 families to pre-register. See link for full details, explora.us/programs. Mar 12, Apr 9, Colcha Community Stitch-Along via Zoom, 1pm. This workshop is open to all levels of experience in an informal setting, wherever participants are. There will be demonstrations and a Q&A; share what you are working on. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, nhccnm.org. Apr 9 & 16, Explora Maker in Residence Program Virtual Workshop: “Sculpt a Jackalope,” 3:30-4:30pm. This is a two-part series that will teach how to use polymer clay in an introductory workshop designed for families. Some parental supervision suggested and a free kit will be provided for the first 16 families to pre-register. See link for full details, explora.us/programs.
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All Ages: Family Art from Home. Download a different art project each week from ABQ Museum. Free, cabq.gov/museum-school. Birdhouse Craft for Kids. Find a list of materials and instructions to create a backyard birdhouse, cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/biopark-connect/citizen-science. Family Art from Home and Downloadable Coloring Pages can be found at ABQ Museum’s “Trending@abqmuseum” page, cabq.gov/culturalservices/albuquerque-museum/trending. Folk Art for You by Museum of International Folk Art offers DIY projects to make at home including “Corn Husk Dolls/Figures,” “Clay Animals” and “Amate Paintings.” Check for lesson plans, exhibits, blogs and virtual tours. Visit the Facebook page for virtual “Family Mornings @ Folk Art” and other videos & activities and check out the new YouTube channel,moifa.org/visit/online.html. Virtual Visiting Artist Series: Vital Spaces. This YouTube channel offers something creative to do at home with a child or inner child. It features video art workshops created by artists living and working in and around Santa Fe. Search for Vital Spaces and ARTsmart Virtual Visiting Artist Series.
Classes & Workshops Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 & Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, Kadampa Center Meditation for Kids Online, 10-11:30am. In this lighthearted and fun class, children will build inner strength and confidence by developing good qualities with a short meditation, teaching and activities to help increase patience, respect, giving and kindness; ages 4-13. Free, meditationinnewmexico.org/calendar. Mar 11 & 18, Explora Maker in Residence Program Virtual Workshop: “Sculpt a Roadrunner,” 3:30-4:30pm. This is a two-part series that will teach how to use polymer clay in an introduc-
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ABQ BioPark Zoo and Tingley Beach are open. The zoo is open 9am-5pm Weds-Suns; Tingley Beach is open daily sunrise until sunset. Timed tickets must be purchased online and are limited. Choose a time and date and arrive within 30 minutes of that time; the BioPark is open to in-state visitors only, 903 10th St SW, holdmyticket.com, abq.gov. ABQ Museum Online has family activities including art projects made from materials around the house, coloring pages, art collections and podcasts as well as and family friendly activities on Facebook, cabq.gov/museumtrending. Albuquerque Museum is currently open to NM residents only and tickets must be purchased online. The tickets are sold for a limited number of people to arrive within each 1/2 hour. $10 adults/$5 members/free 12 and under, 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, 877-4663404 (online ticket help), holdmyticket.com, cabq.gov/culturalservices/ albuquerque-museum. Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum is open but restricted to NM residents only. In order to visit the museum, timed tickets must be booked in advance at holdmyticket.com, cabq.gov/culturalservices/balloonmuseum. Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe is now streaming. CCA celebrates creativity across the arts, humanities and sciences with virtual programming, ccasantafe.org. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas has added to its website trivia questions and profiles of famous faces in NM history, hands-on history activities, cultural crafts and traditional NM recipes, golondrinas.org. Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Creative Activities Online offers artistic and compositional techniques with family activities like “Abstract Watercolors” and “Friends and Family Tree,” okeeffemuseum.org/education/creative-activities. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Vir-
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tual Culture Guide offers a selection of resources including videos of the center’s cultural Native dance performances, suggested reading and a short feature on the exhibits, indianpueblo.org/category/virtual-pueblo-culture-guide. Museum of International Folk Art is now open 10am-4pm, Tues-Suns, 706 Camino Lejo, On Museum Hill, SF, 4761200, internationalfolkart.org, moifa.org. National Hispanic Cultural Center offers virtual experiences including online building visits on its website, social media and YouTube channel. The Visual Arts Museum is currently open TueSun, 10am-4pm, while the remaining facilities continued to be closed, 1701 4th SW, 246-2261, nhccnm.org. NM Dept of Cultural Affairs has links with information like reopenings for museums, historic sites and other institutions that have resources, activities and exhibits online. This includes info for Museum of Space History, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, NM Museum of Art, NM History Museum, NM Historic Sites, NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, NM Art Museum, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Museum of International Folk Art, Museum of Indian Arts & Culture, Libraries, Historic Preservation and Archaeology, newmexicoculture.org. NM Museum of Natural History & Science website has resources and educational material as well as a storytime, an online version of “Mineral Monday,”coloring sheets and online exhibits. Check for content on social media, nmnaturalhistory.org/ education/sections/youthand-family-programs. NM Museum of Space History offers the International Space Hall of Fame, an exhibit that recognizes the imagination, efforts and achievement of those who have endeavored to advance our knowledge of the universe and the ability to explore space, nmspacemuseum.org/theinternational-space-hall-of-fame/. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History is open to the public allowing up to 75 guests at one time. Visit the nation’s only congressionally chartered museum in its field, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, 601 Eubank SE, 245-2137, nuclearmuseum.org. The Santa Fe Botanical Garden is now open 10am-4pm, Fri-Sat, credit cards only, 725 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. The Searchable Art Museum (SAM) is a database that provides virtual access to nearly 4,000 items from the collection of the NM Art Museum, sam.nmartmuseum.org/collections.
Dance International Folk Dancing offers Zoom Dance Parties on Sats, 7-10pm, $2, abqfolkdance.org. Keshet Dance & Center for the Arts has a YouTube channel for online dance classes for kids ranging from fitness to hip-hop and jazz, keshetarts.org.
Education and Tutoring APS@Home supports at-home learning for grades K-5 and their families by broadcasting a weekday morning schedule of televised APS classes on their YouTube channel, newmexicopbs.org/what-wedo/education/aps-at-home. Free Online Classes Led by Live Instructors for K-12 can be found at frogtutoring.com/elessons. NM Educational Resources can be found at websites that include activities, facts, coloring pages, games, printables & trivia all centered around NM, apples4theteacher.com/usa-states/newmexico, learninggamesforkids.com/usstate-games/new-mexico.html. PBS Learning Media provides free, standards-aligned videos, interactives and lesson plans in areas like social studies, science, preschool and the arts broken down by subject and grade, pbslearningmedia.org. Read & Learn with Simon Kids offers social media posts and a YouTube channel with resources for parents and educators to help navigate distance learning at home. These include live read-alouds, videos with singalongs, Pinterest activities, activity sheets and guides for parents, simonandschusterpublishing.com/readan dlearn. Rio Grande Learning Solutions has an online 1-on-1 reading program to help students gain confidence, self-esteem and jump ahead in reading with support training for parents on Facebook, RioGrandeLearningSolutions.com, 321-4486. Tutor-Me, The Homework Place and More has online Zoom classes with help in math, English, science, reading comprehension, phonics, ACT and SAT test prep for grades K-12, mytutorme.com, facebook.com/mytutorme.
Exhibits Mar 1-Apr 17, “Atmospheric Proximity,” 9am-5pm. Acrylic and mixed-media explore a connection to the earth, sky and waters which are powered by the life force of the sun working towards a personal interior peace. Free, Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW, 897-8831, cabq.gov. Albuquerque Museum Online Exhibition Page has links to the Sculpture Gardens, West Atrium and Lobby, East Atrium and Patio, Cuarto Centenario, Amphitheater and a comment book, cabq.gov/culturalservices/albuquerquemuseum/exhibitions/. Museum of International Folk Art’s Online Experiences lists links to their YouTube channel, virtual tours, online collection of objects. online exhibits, DIY folk art projects, lesson plans and blogs, moifa.org/visit/online.html.Ω OffCenter Community Arts is open noon-3pm, Tues & Weds for art kit and box pickup, donations and to shop the mini gallery. Free art kits and boxes will be taped to the window for contactless pickup. OffCenter Community Arts, 808 Park SW, 247-1172, offcenterarts.org. “Time Exposures:” Picturing Isleta
New Mexico Kids! Calendar & Virtual Activities Pueblo in the 19th Century, 9am5pm. History told by Isleta Pueblo about the time and effects on their life today with more than 300 historic photos and an array of artifacts. Visit, read, interact and explore. Free, Isleta Resort & Casino, 11000 Broadway SE, 724-3800, isleta.com/time-exposures.aspx.
Fairs & Festivals Apr 15-18, NHCC Children’s Bilingual Book Festival, Virtual, 9am-5pm. 4 days of author readings, book events & workshops, featuring children’s bilingual books in Spanish & English, and Native languages & English. Free, nhccbookfest.com. Apr 23-24, Gathering of the Nations Powwow - Streaming will feature a hybrid of live & prerecorded performances of traditional Native American singing and dancing, bringing together tribes from across North America. The Indian Traders market will also be online. Free the first day, $9.99 pay per view the second and will feature live competition dancing, gatheringofnations.com.
Libraries Authors Everywhere! is a YouTube Channel created and run by children’s book writers and illustrators; find workshops, readings, activities, art projects and writing games & advice. ABQ and Bernalillo County Public
Libraries: Most libraries are open with new hours and guidelines. There are lists on websites with links for book fans, homework help, exercise games & indoor activities. There is also a YouTube channel with do-it-yourself crafts and story times, abqlibrary.org. Binge Bags are themed sets of books in a bag ready to go; ask a SF Library staff member for the bag you want to check out. Current children’s themes are Space, Newberry Award Winners and Social Media (family). Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, Santa Fe, 466-7323, vglibrary.org. Placitas Community Library offers material for pick-up during special operating hours as well as limited meeting room hours. Reserve items via the library catalog, email, phone or in person; “Children’s Virtual Programs” can be found on their site, 453 Hwy 165, Placitas, 867-3355, placitaslibrary.com/programs/childrensvirtual-programs-at-the-library. Rio Rancho Libraries hours are now Mon, Wed-Fri, 9am-3pm; Tues noon-6pm. Loma Colorado Library, 891-5013, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, 896-8818, rrnm.gov/4217/Library-Information-Services. Santa Fe Public Libraries now offer curbside pickup of library materials and print jobs at all three locations - request children’s personalized book bundles based on topics for your child. The website offers home and online learning, eresources, links for card holders, webinars, live stream “Garden Sprouts at Home,” “Bilingual Books and Babies,” “Music
Movement” videos & other activities on Facebook, santafelibrary.org/library-services-during-our-closure, santafelibrary.org/e-resources. Vista Grande Santa Fe Public Library Amazon Wish List includes books, comics and DVDs that the library is unable to purchase due to the financial strains of the pandemic. Donations can be mailed directly to the library, vglibrary.org. Vista Grande Public Library has programs for children and families including stories and online resources and free Kids Activity Grab Bags have a new theme every two weeks with crafts and ideas for family fun. It is open for pickup service 11am-4pm, Tue-Sat; return items to outside drop box, free WiFi 8am-8pm daily in parking lot, Santa Fe, vglibrary.org. What Do You Want To Learn? Is a resource offered by Albuquerque and Bernalillo County Libraries. Find links and information about STEM activities, arts & crafts, history & geography, computing, home & garden DIY, new languages, food & cooking and inspiration, abqlibrary.org/whatdoyouwanttolearn.
Music Mar 13, We Banjo 3 Livestream Concert, 3-5pm. WB3 converge traditions of Americana, Bluegrass and Celtic music with pop-sensible songcraft to create a unique sound. $20, ampconcerts.org. Mar 16-21, Ireland with Michael,
Virtual Concert. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Irish Concert Orchestra and Irish performers. The virtual show explores Ireland’s countryside. Reserve a free ticket for the performance streaming online. Free, popejoypresents.com. Mar 18-20, Las Flores Del Valle Virtual Third Thursday with ABQ Museum. This NM women’s duet showcases their forte of preserving cultural traditions and SW history through arts. Donations accepted, ampconcerts.org. Mar 21, SF Symphony Spring Virtual Concert Kick Off, 4pm. The series kicks off at Meow Wolf with “Bach in the House - of Eternal Return.” Experience the Symphony players performing in this multi-dimensional mystery house with secret passages & surreal art exhibits. Free, santafesymphony.org/event/2021spring-virtual-concert-series-meow-wolf. Apr 18, SF Symphony Virtual Concert, 4pm. The Concert Series filmed at the Int’l Museum of Folk Art and NM Museum of art are high-definition films show with multiple drones and cameras, santafesymphony.org/event/2021-springvirtual-concert-series-moifa-and-nmma. City of ABQ Virtual Cultural Experiences Webpage offers playlists packed with ABQ musicians, livestream concerts from past performances at the BioPark and DIY video media, cabq.gov.culturalservices/special-events-festivals/virtual-cultural-experiences.
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New Mexico Kids! Calendar & Virtual Activities Open Houses Mar 31, Santa Fe Girls’ School Virtual Open House, 6-8pm. Parents and families of 4th and 5th grade students can discover the advantages of a small, all-girls middle school designed for this critical period of development by nurturing girls to develop into self-advocating, confident and academically prepared high school students. Meet current students, teachers and alumnae. Register online; financial aid available, Santa Fe Girls’ School, 310 W. Zia, Santa Fe, 8203188, santafegirlsschool.org.
School Break Camps Mar 18-19, 22-26, Explora In-Person Camp, 9am-noon, & 1-4pm. Each of these single, half-day camps is a multi-age collaborative camp experience with topics like black holes, chemistry messes and color-go-round; for grades K-5. In-person classes will meet all health guidelines with small numbers per classroom, all must wear masks and pass a daily COVID19 screening; financial assistance available. $50/$45 members, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us/programs/camps/#explora. Mar 22-26, ABQ BioPark Virtual Spring Break Camps for children preKK, elementary, middle school and families. Topics include “Creepy Crawlers,” “Jr Zoo Keeper,” “Careers: Marine Biology” & “Elephant Families,” cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/campsclasses/spring-break-camps. Mar 22-26, Explora Camp Experience Offsite, “From the Ground Up,” 9am-2pm. This week-long camp is a multi-age, collaborative camp experience. Grades 3-6 can get their hands dirty and investigate soil, compost and plants as well as build a take-home planter. In-person classes will meet all health guidelines with small numbers per classroom, all must wear masks and pass a daily COVID-19 screening; financial assistance available. $275/$250 members, Larry P Abraham Agri-Nature Center in Los Ranchos, 4920 Rio Grande NW, explora.us/programs/camps/#explora. Mar 22-26, Explora Virtual Spring Break Camp, multiple times. This camp program is designed for students to have an in-depth “camp”experience from home. Materials will be available for pickup Mar 19-22; online registration required, details will be emailed; wifienabled device with a camera is needed for the Zoom sessions. Camps are for K5th and include topics like “The Chemistry of Baking,” “Playful Puppets” and “Art in Motion;” financial assistance available. $35/$25 members, explora.us/programs/camps/#explora. Mar 22-26, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History Spring Single Day Camps, 7:30am-5:30pm. Day camps are geared toward grades K-7 and there is a limit of 20 campers per day. Topics include “Surviving Zombies,” “Science in Wonderland” and “Enchanted Engineering.” $70/day, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, 601 Eubank
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SE, 245-2137, nuclearmuseum.org. Mar 22-26, Spring Rio Grande Adventure Camp for Grades 2-6, 8:30am-4pm. Follow the course of the Rio Grande from Colorado to the ocean. Camps limited to 5 campers and 1 instructor and the groups will stay together the entire week. Rain or shine, see full details online. $230 full week/$207 members, ABQ Aquarium and Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/campsclasses/spring-break-camps. Mar 22-26, Spring Wildlife Safari Camp for Grades 2-6, 8:30am-4pm. Camps are limited to 5 campers and 1 instructor and the groups will stay together the entire week. Groups are separated grades 2-3 and 4-6. Discover hippo habits, listen to elephants and have chats with zookeepers. Camps are rain or shine, see full details online. $230 full week/$207 members, ABQ BioPark Zoo, 903 10th SW, 764-6214, cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/campsclasses/spring-break-camps.
Science & Nature Mar 5, 12, SF Botanical Garden Live Streaming Garden Sprouts, 10:30am. A Zoom link will be posted 10 minutes before class starts for this online story time & activity with the family, designed for ages 3-4 and a caregiver (but all are welcome,) santafebotanicalgarden.org. Mar 20 & Apr 23, Community Day at SF Botanical Garden, 9am-5pm. Free admission to the Garden for NM residents and students. Free, SF Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, 4719103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. Audubon Kids is an online, spaceavailable in English and Spanish that provides new, fun activities each week including nature activities, games, quizzes and DIY projects as well as virtual events and activities on social media sites, nm.audubon.org/camp-programs. BioPark Connect has interactive educational resources for parents and teachers about ABQ BioPark’s plants and animals with activities and resources focused on things that can be done at home, cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/biopar k-connect. Dark Sky Parks, Capulin Volcano National Monument offers descriptions, links and a list of State Park, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, nearby attractions for site that are ideal for viewing the stars and galaxies: Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument and Cosmic Campground, newmexico.org/darkskies. Explora’s Virtual Outreach Educational Programs consist of virtual field trips and family nights; classes with hands-on student kits, STEAM demos, family science events and non-digital STEM kits, explora.us/programs. Fractal Fridays Online, some of the same fractal graphics shown under the planetarium dome can be enjoyed on a computer monitor at home. See Facebook and YouTube, nmnaturalhistory.org. Globe at Night, a citizen science pro-
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gram, offers a chance to help astronomers determine the impact of light pollution on NM’s sky while teaching some astronomy, globeatnight.org. Kidsgardening.org has garden-based activities, lesson plans, crafts and a “Growing Ideas” blog. Activities include Kitchen Scrap Gardening, Leaf and Flower Prints and Hydroponics. NASA STEM @ Home gives grades K-4 a chance to build models, solve puzzles, color pages, play games, read books and build a rocket, nasa.gov/stem-at-homefor-students-k-4.html. New Mexico Wildlife Center provides Stay-At-Home Resources and Virtual Visits where viewers can meet animals from home including hawks, falcons, turtles, snakes and owls, newmexicowildlifecenter.org/virtual-visits. NM BioPark Society Amazon Wish Lists have been set up for the Zoo’s residents featuring things like pig-shaped piñatas for large carnivores to rip into to heavy-duty trash containers that can be used to create ice treats for big cats, cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/zoo. Public Library STEM Programs with Mr. Josh. Keep young scientists busy with science experiments and STEM activities including NASA at Home, Nasa Kid’s Club, Science Experiments for Kids, STEM in Libraries and Interactive Simulations, abqlibrary.org/kidsathome/STEM. Sandia Mountain Natural History Center leads ecological science programs to teach about the local ecosystem, hikes and hands-on activities. They have released a series of videos to watch at home, youtube.com/user/smnhc1/videos. Santa Fe Mini Seed Libraries, weekends 10am-5pm. These libraries are 11 selfserve boxes throughout the county. Up to five packs of seeds can be taken home by wearing masks, observing six feet social distancing and hand disinfection, santafelibrary.org/santa-fe-seed-library. Science at Home: While the Natural History Museum is temporarily closed, find videos, experiments & more from home. These range from Natural History Coloring Sheets, Virtual Field Trips & Scavenger Hunts, nmnaturalhistory.org/education/science-home. Science Never Stops is a series of videos with experiments and information from the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, rocketcenter.com/scienceneverstops. Semester Programs by Explora are both virtual and on-site based on health orders. There are programs for several age groups and include the topics: “Growing a Scientist,” “Science to Grow On,” Engineering Investigators” and “Maker Mondays. $160 per child per semester/$140 members, explora.us/programs/semesterprograms/growing-a-scientist. Smithsonian Learning Lab allows access to the institution’s resources and collections online by creating a free account, learninglab.si.edu. Solar System Treks allows exploration of several planets and moons using the highest resolution images available. Create virtual reality environments, 3D images and study the moon (zoom in close enough to see the trails left by Apollo astronauts), trek.nasa.gov/moon.
Spot the Station helps viewers see the Int’l Space Station when it moves through the sky, spotthestation.nasa.gov. Sky Maps, the monthly map usually available outside of the planetarium entrance at the Natural History Museum, can be printed at home and includes a list that points out events happening each night, Skymaps.com. Take It Outside! The Pajarito Environmental Education Center’s online series has daily activities and challenges for all ages, peecnature.org/take-it-outside.
Storytelling Ongoing, SF Library Children’s Chess Club, 5:45-7:45pm, Weds. The Chess Club now meet online at sites.google.com/site/childchesssantafe. Ongoing, SF Library “Zoom Into Storytime!,” 10:30am, Weds. Join Ms. Nicole for interactive stories, rhymes & songs; recommended up to age 6, but all welcome, santafelibrary.org/event/zoominto-storytime-with-ms-nicole. Ongoing, SF Library “Wake Up Story Time” with Walter, 9:30am, Fris. Rise and shine for stories, songs and activities for children up to age 6 (all are welcome). Free, santafelibrary.org/event/wake-upstory-time-with-walter. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten encourages caregivers to read books to newborns, infants and toddlers regularly. Sign up children ages 0-5 for the Beanstack app or ask for a reading log at curbside pickup to earn prizes for reading and raising strong readers, santafelibrary.beanstack.com/reader365. Cuentos Infantiles en Español, Spanish Children’s Stories. Wellknown children’s stories translated into Spanish and spoken by a native Spanish speaker. Great for kids and adults. Read along in Spanish or English stories like “Pollo Tito” (“Chicken Little”) and “Los Tres Cerditos,” (“The Three Little Pigs”), thespanishexperiment.com/stories. Story Time From Space allows children to watch astronauts on the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory read children’s books and perform science demonstrations, storytimefromspace.com. Story Time, NM Museum of Natural History & Science. Museum educator Misty Carty reads weekly story time books and demonstrates related activities on Facebook and YouTube, nmnaturalhistory.org.
Support Groups Adult Support Groups w/Children’s Grief Center to provide hope and healing to grieving families are happening weekday evenings, in English & Spanish via Zoom, 212-0478, childrensgrief.org. Kid Support Family Workshops with Children’s Grief Center, Mon eves, are family workshop that are interactive and cathartic; for ages 5-11 (with a little help from their adults) provide hope and healing to grieving families, 323-0478, childrensgrief.org.
New Mexico Kids! Calendar & Virtual Activities Also of Interest Mar 3-Apr 14, Spring 2021 ABQ Jewish Virtual Book Fest & JCC Author Series. Seven authors represent the best of fiction, nonfiction and memoir, featuring topics of Jewish interest. Find out more at abqjewishbookfest.com. Apr 10, 24, Home Composting Basics, A hands-on discussion of science, art, materials, methods & benefits of homestead composting; outdoors, weather permitting, space limited. Free, Open Space Visitors Ctr, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/openspace/events/home-composting-basics-4. CABQ Youth Connect has links to many different activities and information including BioPark Connect, Citizen Science, Covid Resources and Balloon Museum Activities, yc.cabq.gov. DIG: A New Mexico History Remix on YouTube, features Hakim Bellamy & New Mexico Youth. Search African American Performing Arts Center New Mexico or AAPAC New Mexico. Feedbooks.com offers free children’s and young adult ebooks for download. Free WiFi Hotspots In Community Centers, Neighborhoods and More in ABQ. The city has extended its public access to free WiFi hotspots by providing additional locations in areas where social distancing is possible. WiFi can be accessed from the parking lots listed online, available times and network names vary by locations, no password needed, cabq.gov/wifi, call 311. Kid-Tested Recipes & Videos: Cooking with Kids is a local organization that provides nutrition education to schools across Northern NM and have recipes, video tutorials and eduction tools for free, cookingwithkids.org. Lerners Chess Academy Free 20Minute Assesment with a Coach. Meet with a Learners Chess Coach to determine a membership that best fits your child, lernerschess.org. Mini Comics! is designed for children and families to follow along together and learn how to tell stories with pictures and to start making a comic in any form, Explora, 600-6734, explora.us/events/mini-comics. NM True Virtual Experiences webpage includes links to TRUE 360 YouTube playlists, tours and experiences, online exhibits, live streams and other engaging media, newmexico.org/virtual-tours. NM Ghost Towns are a great way to spend a weekend out of town. Find descriptions and info about 28 of them with a downloadable map at newmexico.org/places-to-visit/ghost-towns. NM Historic Sites Virtual Classroom offers lessons and activities for grades K4, 5-8 and 9-12. Learn about sites like Jemez, Fort Stanton and Colorado, nmhistoricsites.org/virtual-classroom. Petroglyph National Monument Virtual Visit offers videos of the petroglyphs and a park orientation film, nps.gov/petr/learn/photosmultimedia/virtual-visit.htm. Santa Fe Google Treks offers exploration of outdoor destinations in Santa Fe through images captured by new
Google technology filmed with a panoramic camera with 15 lenses, santafe.org/outdoors/santa-fe-googletreks. Santa Fe Jigsaw Puzzles are digital puzzles featuring some of Santa Fe’s iconic location and landscapes, jigsawexplorer.com/online-jigsaw-puzzleplayer.html. The Children’s Hour provides weekly educational and entertaining public radio programing and podcasts for listeners of all ages, created by and for kids and families, ChildrensHour.org, 89.9 fm KUNM. Wonders on Wheels is the mobile museum program of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. The WoW RV travels all over the state bringing museum exhibits to the people of NM. Contact Jamie Brytowski, 476-1171, jamie.brytowski@state.nm.us. Youth Ballooning Resources are listed on the Balloon Fiesta’s website to help young people get involved in local ballooning activities. ABQ Aerostat Ascension Assoc: hotairballooning.org/aboutus/committees/education/youth-ballooning/; Ballooning Federation of America: bfa.net/; Rio Grande Balloon Camp: facebook.com/RGBC2016. VLA Webcam shows a live view of the Very Large Array satellites from a camera that faces the NE and updates every 15 seconds, public.nrao.edu/vla-webcam.
Just for Teens Mar 8, 22 & Apr 5, 19, Virtual Dungeons & Dragons, 6-9pm. Brave a mysterious haunted house in this D&D minicampaign. Ages 14+, all skill levels (if you have never played, let them know and they will contact players ahead of time to go over everything). A computer with a microphone is needed, riorancholibraries.evanced.info/signup/calendar. Mar 10, 17, 31, Teen Science Cafe Comics, Part 1, 2, and 3, 4-5pm. A three-part workshop that covers mainly comic and graphic novel art but will discuss the similarities and entry point to animation and storyboard art as well; grades 6-12, reigstration limited, explora.us/events/teen-science-cafecomics-part-1-2. ABQ Teen Corner is a resource for teen artists offered to expand art making abilities or to try something new. Browse video lessons that explore a variety of techniques, artist designed color pages and creative exercises, cabq.gov/culturalservices/albuquerque-museum/education/teen-corner-1/teen-corner. Career Online High School partners with SF Libraries & NM State Library to provide limited number of scholarships for a free, online diploma and career certificate. SF County residents in the SF Library service area who are 19 years old or older and have a SF Library Card, citizenship not required, santafelibrary.org/career-online-highschool. Teen Recommend through Santa Fe Libraries asks teens to write about library materials they would recommend
others check out and become a published reviewer. Reviews can be seen on the website, FaceBook and blogs, santafelibrary.org/teens/. Teen Science Cafe: Meet a Comic Book Artist Virtual Event, explora.us/events/teen-science-cafecomics-part-1. Tween + Teen Support from Children’s Grief Center to provide hope and healing to grieving families happens via Zoom, early evenings, weekdays, 3230478, childrensgrief.org. Youth Intern Program at Explora involves high school students in a threeyear internship where they will experience an engaging approach to learning and become educators. This is a mix of in-person and virtual engagements, explora.us/programs.
For Teachers Mar 5, Virtual Teacher Workshop: “Identity and Representation Through the Lens of Mexican Modernism,” 3:30-6pm. ABQ Museum and Latin American and Iberian Institute team up to present workshops exploring the exhibition, “Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera,” and “Mexican Modernism,” on view at the Museum. The workshops are designed for grades K-12 and will provide classroom resources for addressing topics such as women artists, identity and representation. Free, bit.lu/38Y1Wnf. Mar 6, Annual Early Childhood Conference. More than 50 live virtual sessions to choose from with free access to all sessions for one year plus networking opportunities. $65/$55 members, Virtual Exhibit Hall, nmaeyc.org. Apr 15, Story Frames for Teaching Literacy Book Zoom Discussion, 6pm. A discussion about the use of story frames as an effective way to teach writing. Analyzing and creating stories can boost critical literacy skills for all learners — and this comprehensive resource will show teachers and Speech Language Pathologists how; register in advance to receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free, May Center for Learning, 983-7407, maycenter.org. ABQ Public Library has a resource area on its website for teachers and educators. Find “Teach This From Home” projects like “BioPark Connect: African Serval,” from the ABQ BioPark, “Ecosystems: Producers, consumers & Decomposers” from the Sandia Mountain Natural History Center and “Adinkra Banners” from the Museum of International Folk Art, abqlibrary.org/teachers. Folk Art lesson Plans can be found at the Museum of International Folk Art website. Topics include Day of the Dead/Ofrenda Nicho Box, Dolls from Around the World, Flamenco, Castanets and Cut Paper Banners, moifa.org/learn/lesson-plans/. Museum of International Folk Art offers tools and resources for educators on its website. This virtual classroom school program offers topics for Pre-K through 8th grade that include Animals
in Folk Art, The Art of Recycling and Japanese Folklore & Pop Culture, moifa.org/learn/for-educators.html. Balloon Museum offers Virtual School Field Trips until students can visit in person. Tues & Thus, 9:30am and lasts about 40 minutes. They cover the history of early ballooning, the anatomy of a balloon, the science behind space flight and a short history of Fiesta. The lesson covers NM State Standards and is geared toward grades 1-5; lesson plan available by request, a digital activity will be emailed to the teacher to share, cabq.gov/culturalservices/balloonmuseum/field-trips-group-tours-volunteering/school-year-field-trips. Virtual Classroom Visits: DCA Educates is a new website devoted to the “Invite a DCA Educator program.” This online portal simplifies the process of welcoming an expert from one of the divisions of the Dept of Cultural Affairs into a virtual classroom setting, newmexicoculture.org/libraries/invite-a-dca-educator.
Especially for Parents Mar 4, Apr 1, Virtual ¡Happy Arte Hour!, 6:30pm. This is an adult-only art making program and social gathering. Please register and prior to the classes you will receive an email with the Zoom link and items/supplies to gather from around your house. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, nhccnm.org. Mar 10, Ways to Help Your Struggling Student, Zoom, 6:30-7:30pm. Join for practical advice on how to help struggling students. This community seminar will cover everything from ways parents can help build academic and executive functioning skills to what to do if you suspect a learning difference. Register in advance for information about how to join the meeting. Free, May Center, maycenter.org/community-seminars. APS Grab and Go Meals, Mons, Weds, Fris, 11am-1pm. are distributed three days a week at all APS elementary schools and Manzano, Rio Grande and West Mesa High Schools. Families can pick up 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on Mons & Weds & 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches on Fris. Please wear a mask, practice social distancing and have car trunk open, please no animals, even in cars. Free, aps.edu/schools/aps-reentry-plan/reentry-plan-news/grab-and-go-meals. The City of ABQ info regarding COVID health, status of City Services and community resources can be found on the website and briefings and updates can be found on YouTube under One Albuquerque Media Gov-TV 16, cabq.gov/coronavirus-information/ coronavirus-updates. The City of SF and Bernalillo County offer Covid-19 updates and information regarding playgrounds, cancellations and other info regarding city closures, santafenm.gov, bernco.gov/coronavirus.
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On May 21, 2021, the 15th annual Endangered Species Day (endangered.org) will take place to raise awareness of endangered species and how to protect them. Because of the pandemic, the day will be celebrated mainly through online events. To help celebrate, there will be a variety of “15 Lists” highlighted, such as “15 Ways to Help Protect Endangered Species” and “15 Ways to Help Protect the Endangered Species Act.” Endangered Species Day is administered by the Endangered Species Coalition, a network of scientific, conservation, educational, sporting and outdoor recreational organizations as well as hundreds of thousands of individual supporters. The coalition works to strengthen the Endangered Species Act (ESA), which passed in the United States in 1973. The ESA recognizes that some of the nation’s native plants and animals are in danger of becoming extinct, which means they disappear forever. The ESA is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Concerns for endangered species exists the world over, not just in the United States. Some of the most vocal advocates for saving endangered species are today’s youth, who are taking matters into their own hands to raise awareness about endangered plants and animals. The youth-created program, The Extinction Diaries (extinctiondiaries.com), is a oneminute youth narrated radio program that brings information about an extinction or nearing extinction to listeners. Some of the program’s recent episodes featured the Doomsday Seed Vault, the Red Wolf and
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Coral Reefs. Kids can hear the program on the New Mexico-based public radio program, The Children’s Hour (childrenshour.org) which airs on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. on KUNM (89.9 FM, KUNM.org). In New Mexico, young scientists interested in endangered species can get involved in protecting the animals and plants of the state. One of New Mexico’s most well-known endangered mammals is the Mexican Gray Wolf. To help these animals and find out more about them, visit New Mexico Wilderness Alliance at nmwild.org. The gray wolf is a keystone species, meaning it is a top predator, and if its numbers increased to a more normal size, the overall ecosystem would benefit by helping to maintain healthy herds of elk and deer. Sadly, the gray wolf in New Mexico is threatened by hostile humans who illegally kill these silver beauties. Another endangered mammal is the black-footed ferret, the rarest mammal in North America. This ferret is also known as the American polecat or prairie dog hunter and it has not been viewed in New Mexico in many years. It once was found near prairie dog colonies, as its diet consisted mainly of prairie dogs. The black-footed ferret has become endangered because of habitat loss, diseases introduced by humans and prairie dog control measures. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (wildlife.state.nm.us) is responsible for developing recovery plans for species that are threatened or endangered in the state. Recovery plans are put in place to try to bring numbers of endangered species back to more normal levels. New Mexico’s endangered plants include the Mancos milk-vetch and Knowlton’s cactus. Threatened birds include the Mexican spotted owl and whooping crane, while endangered birds include the Southwestern willow flycatcher. Endangered fish include the Rio Grande silvery minnow, the Pecos gambusia, the Zuni bluehead sucker and the White Sands pupfish. There are many things young scientists can do to help endangered species. As climate activist Greta Thunberg says, “You are never too small to make a difference. Imagine what we could all do together if we really wanted to.” Some actions to protect endangered species: 1. Take a virtual tour of a national park. Take a virtual hike at one of the 31 U.S. National parks on Endangered Species Day. 2. Start a quest with Project Hero, a free online program (herofortheplanet.org). Quests are focused on topics such as pollinators, soil and soil health and wolf reintroduction.
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Naomy Ruiz, 12, from Las Vegas, N.M., wants to give a voice to children in our state. Naomy is one of 45 Kid Reporters in Scholastic Kids Press, an international program that gives children ages 10 to 14 the opportunity to report “news for kids by kids.” The 45 Kid Reporters are from all parts of the United States and some are even from other parts of the world, such as Singapore and China. Naomy is the only Kids Reporter from New Mexico this year. Her stories will be featured on the Scholastic Kids Press website (scholastic.com/kidspress) and in select issues of Scholastic Classroom Magazines, which has a readership of more than 25 million students worldwide. It’s not easy to become a Scholastic Kids Reporter. Applicants are judged on their writing and interviewing skills and their attention to detail. To be a part of the program, children must complete an application, which includes a completed news article, an essay about why they want to be a Kids Reporter and two ideas for future articles about their community. For her news article, Naomy wrote about how the COVID-19 pandemic affected pet adoptions at the Animal Welfare Coalition Pet Center in Las Vegas. Her plans for upcoming articles include stories about drive-in movie theaters, Native American Pueblos and, hopefully, the 2021 International Balloon Fiesta. She also wants to focus future articles on the environment. “I’d like to learn more about plants, animals and coral reefs,” she said. Naomy was pleased when she found out she had been chosen for the program. What she’s most excited about is the opportunity to get to know others. “I’m really looking forward to meeting and interviewing new and interesting people from my community,” she said. Even though she’s happy to be a part of the Scholastic Kids Press program, Naomy’s future goal is to be a neurologist. “I’ve always wanted to be a doctor, and as I got older, I wanted to learn more about the brain,” she said. Meantime, Naomy plans to use her writing and interviewing skills to tell the world about New Mexico and to encourage other children to do the same. “I would be glad to know that I was an inspiration to other kids,” she said.
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Summer Fun! Activities Directory! Residential Camps & Overnight Expeditions Black Range Horsemanship Camp, PO Box 152, Winston, NM 87943. Phone: 575-743-1602 or 575-740-1778; Website: zianet.com/4jranch; Contact: Greg Evans, Camp Director; Email: 4jranch@zianet.com. A residential camp for boys & girls ages 8-18. 2021 Session: July 11–17 ($500); On the beautiful Chihenne Ranch, our program includes: horseback riding for all levels, hiking, arts & crafts, Indian lore, sports & games, rifle shooting, archery, cave and mine exploring, field trips, drama, skits and dancing. Hike at the Gila National Forest. Visit a turn of the century mine. Explore Ghost Towns. Serving boys & girls since 1991. Hummingbird Art Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025. Phone: 575-829-3060, Email: hmcjemez@gmail.com; Website: hummingbirdmusiccamp.com. Contact: Secretaries. Hummingbird Art Camp is nestled in the Jemez Mountains where nature, friends, and experienced instructors inspire creativity and fun. Six weeks of overnight Art Camp are offered in June and July. Campers, ages 8-14, explore a variety of art projects in different media, and contribute to installations or murals at the camp. The fun of summer camp in the mountains include fishing, water-walking, overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to a waterfall. Skits & storytelling with a fun dance on Saturday night celebrating friendships that can last a life time. Campers stay in clean, comfortable dormitories, gather for meals in the dining hall, create art in studios and outdoors, and sing in the choir in the band shell. Explore the website and register online, view photos on facebook/hummingbird Art Camp or call for more info. Tuition is $685 +tax,and additional art supplies fee of $37.60.
tories, gather for meals in the dining hall. A new camp begins every Sunday, June 6 to Aug. 1. Camp tuition is $685 + tax. YMCA Camp Shaver, 22900 Highway 4, Jemez Springs, NM 87025. Phone: 505 595-1515; Email: pbeam@ymcacnm.org; Website: ymcacnm.org; Contact: Phil Beam, Camp Director. Located in the beautiful Jemez mountains YMCA Camp Shaver offers 1 and 2 week sleepaway camp sessions for boys and girls ages 714. First session starts June 6 last session ends Aug. 7. Cost of $550 per week includes all meals, activities, and unlimited fun. Activities include Archery, Climbing, Hiking, Riflery, Outdoor Cooking, Football, Soccer, Fishing, Basketball, Yoga, Arts & Crafts, High Ropes and much more. Join for a safe and fun summer filled with adventure.
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Architecture + Design Summer Academy, organized by University of New Mexico School of Architecture + Planning, in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, NM. Venues: George Pearl Hall, UNM campus, and Santa Fe (venue TBD. Phone: 505-277-2903; Email: adsa@unm.edu; Website: https://saap.unm.edu/academics/adsa.html; Contact: adsa@unm.edu. Are you a High School Junior or Senior interested in the design of buildings, landscapes, cities and historic structures? Architecture + Design Summer Academy (ADSA) is for you! This Hummingbird Chess year's inaugural ADSA will Camp, 104 Hummingbird offer sessions in SPACING Rd., Jemez Springs, NM (Architecture), SCAPING 87025. Phone: 575-829-3060, (Landscape Architecture), Email: hmcjemez@gmail.com; URBING (Urban Design and Website: hummingbirdmusic- Fencing Foil: Gavin H. (left) attacks with a lunge trying to score a point by hitting his opponent on the chest with City Planning) and ZERVcamp.com. Contact: the tip of his foil. David W. (right) blocks the attack with his blade by making a parry. Gavin fences in college and ING (Historic Secretaries. Hummingbird comes back to his home club, Duke City Fencing, to fence each summer. David, a student at AMES, has been fenc- Preservation). This dayChess Camp is nestled in the ing since he was 6 years old and trains and coaches at Duke City Fencing. Photo by Sarah Loeppke. program will run Monday Jemez Mountains. Children, to Friday, 9am to 4pm, in ages 8-14, have expert two sessions: Session 1 in instructors and tournaAlbuquerque from June 21ments. Chess Camp is Sunday to Sunday, week 3, June 20 through June 27. Other July 2, then Session 2 in Santa Fe, from July 12-July 23. Each session will include activities include fishing, water-walking, overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight real-world design exercises led by renowned guest instructors and SA+P faculty hike to a waterfall. Skits & storytelling with a fun dance on Saturday night. members, as well as lectures on diverse topics in architecture and design, field Campers stay in clean, comfortable dormitories, gather for meals in the dining trips, and a Rail Runner excursion from each city to the other, to explore their hall. Camp fee is $685 + tax. contrasting urban design. You will have the opportunity to study with various instructors during each two-week session, and to get feedback on your work Hummingbird Music Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025. from local professionals and community leaders during a final review. In Phone: 575-829-3060, Email: hmcjemez@gmail.com; Website: hummingbirdmusicSeptember, a public exhibition at UNM's George Pearl Hall will showcase stucamp.com. Contact: Secretaries. Hummingbird Music Camp is nestled in the dent work produced at ADSA. UNM follows COVID-19 protocols based on State Jemez Mountains. The Camp is family owned and operated and celebrated its and University mandates. Cost: $300 per session, Deposit $150, fully refundable 60th year in 2018. Children, ages 8-14, receive private and group lessons, from until start of Session. new beginner to advanced musicians in band, orchestra, piano, guitar or voice. In addition to recitals and concerts, activities include fishing, water-walking, May Center for Learning's Summer LEAP, 1200 Old Pecos Trail, SF, NM overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to a waterfall. Skits & storytelling 87501. Phone: 505-983-7407; Email: amy@maycenter.org; Website: maycenter.org; with a fun dance on Saturday night. Campers stay in clean, comfortable dormi-
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Contact: Amy Miller, Executive Director. Literacy, Empowerment, Advocacy and Principles! Help your child make a LEAP this summer! Summer LEAP is an intensive, individualized skill-building program targeting essential reading, writing, and mathematic skills in a small group setting. Appropriate for students with diagnosed learning differences, those students who want to make gains in their academic skills over the summer, and those transitioning to a new school or program in 1st through 8th grades, Summer LEAP empowers students to learn more about how they learn best, and explicitly teaches students the skills to ask for what they need in the classroom. July 6—July 30 (8:30 am to noon daily). In order to target instruction for each student’s individual needs, May Center requires an admissions assessment to be completed before Summer LEAP begins. Once you submit your application materials and pay your deposit, May Center personnel will contact you to set up a time for the admissions assessment. Our Santa Fe campus is also offering our PEAK Program for high schoolers and our Summer Early Childhood Program for students in pre-K and entering kindergarten. To schedule an appointment to discuss our summer programming, contact Amy Miller at amy@maycenter.org or visit maycenter.org
June 14 and ending July 23. Our camp is available to children entering PreKinder (4 years old) through 6th grade only. Our mission is to provide a program with a variety of learning and fun that nurture curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. We are committed to offering our campers an enjoyable and enriching summer experience in a physically safe, emotionally supportive, and fun-filled environment. We believe our high-quality instruction and cheerful faculty create the perfect environment for exploration, growth, and most of all the fun. Whether it’s for a few weeks, or full-time, Santo Niño’s summer program is sure to provide just what you need. Children may be dropped off between 8-8:30am. Camp will begin each morning 8:30am and will end promptly at 4pm. There is a non-refundable deposit of $50 per student. The cost is $150 per week, per child. A late fee of $15 will be charged for late pick-ups. All fees MUST be paid prior to the week your child will be attending.
YMCA of Central New Mexico Summer Camps, 7 locations in Albuquerque & Santa Fe. Phone: 505-595-1515; Email: pbeam@ymcacnm.org; Website: ymcacnm.org; Contact: Phil Beam, Program Director. The YMCA Knows Camp...We practically invented it! Summer Camp has been a long established YMCA program, encompassing many NDI New Mexico’s Dance skill areas such as academic Barns Summer Programs, education to prevent summer 1140 Alto St., SF, NM 87501. learning loss, leadership, Phone: 505-795-7088; Contact: team-building, and physical Elizabeth Young, Program activity. They explore. They Producer. Ages 3-18. Young grow. And they have fun. And Children’s Division, Creative isn’t that what being a kid is Movement, Pre-Ballet, Preall about? Open enrollment Hip-Hop, Ballet, Jazz, & begins March 1, online and in Modern. Check ndi-nm.org for person. Ages 5–12; Open June more details on summer pro1–Aug. 6; Monday–Friday from grams. Zoom session during Childrens' Grief Center of New Mexico’s 2020 Camp Corazon. The camp, for bereaved 7am–6pm; $120/week. CYFD children, went online in response to Covid-19 creating a “Camp-in-a-Box”. Courtesy photo. contracts accepted at some Queen Bee Music locations. Financial assistance Association’s Kids Summer available at all locations. Camps, SF, NM 87505. Phone: Specialty & Sports Camps available: Basketball, Volleyball, Cooking, Archery, 505-287-0012; Email: hello@queenbeemusicassociation.org; Website: queenCoding, Nature, Fishing and many more. beemusicassociation.org; Contact: Lindsay Taylor, Executive Director. Kids unleash their musical curiosity in a fun environment with Queen Bee Music Association's week-long summer camps in Santa Fe. Day camps include our Kids Bluegrass Camp (ages 7-14), Impact Music Camp (ages 5-9), and Summer Jam Camp (ages 8-12). Check our website for dates, COVID-19 restrictions, and regis1st Class Learning Center, 5111 Homestead Circle NW, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: tration information! 505-898-5702; Email: 1stclasslearningcenter@gmail.com; Website: 1stclasslearningcenter.com; Contact: Leann C. Gordinier, Owner/Director. We are now Rio Grande School Summer Camp, 715 Camino Cabra, SF, NM 87505-5964. enrolling! We have affordable prices and available discounts. No state tax. We Phone: 505-983-1621; Email: summer@riograndeschool.org; Website: accept CYFD. Ages 6 Weeks To School Age. Please feel free to stop by to riograndeschool.org/summer/; Contact: Rachel Gantt- Associate Head of School. have a tour of the center. Open Monday-Friday 6:30am-6pm. Our Mission Rio Grande School Summer Camp is available for children ages 3 through Statement: To provide a learning environment that is safe, enjoyable, interestsixth grade. We offer daily outdoor and indoor activities such as cooking, art, ing and peaceful for all children, their families and community. Philosophy: We yoga, water play, hiking, and more. Rio Grande School Summer Camp runs from believe each child develops according to age and capacity, having the freedom 9am-4pm with extended care hours from 8:30am and until 5:30pm. We offer full to develop physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually without any presand half day options. Summer Camp runs from June 14–Aug. 13. Check us out at sure. We also believe children learn best when rules and limits are clear and riograndeschool.org/summer/. consistent. Most importantly, we believe that children learn best by staff members who create an atmosphere that is loving, warm, caring and friendly by Santa Fe Waldorf School, 26 Puesta del Sol, SF, NM 87508. Phone: 505-983which all children feel accepted, safe, and a part of 1st Class Learning Center. 9727; Website: santafewaldorf.org/camps; Juliana Werner, Administrative Assistant. Sunflower Summer Camps, for children ages 5-7, offer eight fun-filled ABC Wellness, 324 Adams SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-266-6039; Website: weeks. Explore, dig, plant a garden, climb trees, hike, look for bugs and rocks, abcwellness.com; Contact: Mae Lynn Spahr, MA, Owner/Counselor. Ages: 18 play with friends and enjoy the freedom of sunny summer days! Each week is 4 months–adult. Mae Lynn Spahr, MA, provides a drug-free treatment alternadays, Monday through Thursday only, 9am to 3pm. Waldorf Discovery Camps, tive for children & adults who have ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, autism, for children grades 2 through 7, offer eight week-long themed sessions sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, headache/migraine & chronic pain. Monday through Friday, 9am to 3pm, pre- and after-care available for an additional charge. For cost and details please visit santafewaldorf.org/camps. ABQ BioPark’s Camp BioPark, 903 10th St. SW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505764-6214; Email: bioparkeducation@cabq.gov; Website: cabq.gov/culturalserSanto Niño Regional Catholic School’s Summer Day Camp, 23 College vices/biopark/camps-classes/camp-biopark; Contact: Robert Mares, Education Ave., SF, NM 87508. Phone: 505-424-1766; Email: Dept. Camp BioPark is for preK - grade 12. Learn science through hands-on rapodaca@santoninoregional.org; Website: Santoninoregional.org; Contact: activities, games and art. Join us to explore the fascinating world of plants and Robert Apodaca, Program Director. We here at Santo Niño are pleased to offer animals! your child a unique and memorable summer day camp experience beginning continued on page 34
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Albuquerque Museum School Summer Art Classes, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-7255; Website: cabq.gov/museum-school; Contact: Elizabeth Becker. The Museum School offers a wide range of learning experiences for children of all ages. Visit our website to learn about virtual, take home, and in-person opportunities over the summer. Architecture + Design Summer Academy, organized by University of New Mexico School of Architecture + Planning, in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, NM. Venues George Pearl Hall, UNM campus, and Santa Fe (venue TBD). Phone: 505-277-2903; Email: adsa@unm.edu; Website: https://saap.unm.edu/academics/adsa.html; Contact: adsa@unm.edu. Are you a High School Junior or Senior interested in the design of buildings, landscapes, cities and historic structures? Architecture + Design Summer Academy (ADSA) is for you! This year's inaugural ADSA will offer sessions in SPACING (Architecture), SCAPING (Landscape Architecture), URBING (Urban Design and City Planning) and ZERVING (Historic Preservation). This dayprogram will run Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, in two sessions: Session 1 in Albuquerque from June 21-July 2, then Session 2 in Santa Fe, from July 12-July 23. Each session will include real-world design exercises led by renowned guest instructors and SA+P faculty members, as well as lectures on diverse topics in architecture and design, field trips, and a Rail Runner excursion from each city to the other, to explore their contrasting urban design. You will have the opportunity to study with various instructors during each two-week session, and to get feedback on your work from local professionals and community leaders during a final review. In September, a public exhibition at UNM's George Pearl Hall will showcase student work produced at ADSA. UNM follows COVID19 protocols based on State and University mandates. Cost: $300 per session, Deposit $150, fully refundable until start of Session.
regardless of the platform. To hold your spot, please send an email to info@childrensgrief.org. Congregation Albert Early Childhood Center Outdoor Camp, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-883-0306; Email: ecc@congregtionalbert.org; Website: congregationalbert.org; Contact: Dale S. Cooperman, Director of Early Childhood Education. Explore and discover the world around us at our Outdoor Camp for ages 2-7. We bring learning outside! Explore and discover environmental themes through science, art and literacy. Garden, play, explore and discover with old and new friends in the warm New Mexico sun and learn about ourselves, our families, our community and our world. Stringent COVID guidance is followed in our efforts to provide a safe space for you and your children. Includes pools and water play, too! Session I: June 1 – June 25, Session 2: June 28 – July 23. Hours: 9am – 1pm or 9am – 3pm. Three or Five day options available. $50 non-refundable registration/materials fee per child, per session. Call or check our website to learn more about our camp and our FOCUS 5 Star preschool and kindergarten. All faiths and families welcome. Bring lunch and snack. Ask about our sibling discount. Duke City Fencing’s Introduction to Sport of Olympic Fencing, 2840 Girard Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-872-0048; Email: info@dukecityfencing.net; Website: dukecityfencing.net; Contact: Toby Tolley, owner Duke City Fencing. Our camp teaches new fencers the basics of Olympic style epee fencing. Ages 9 – 15. Half day program with all gear included. Duke City Fencing in an accredited club within the USA Fencing Association.
Explora Virtual & In-Person Summer Camps, 1701 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM. 87104. Phone: 505-600-6734; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: Bates Premier Taekwondo Ages explora.us; Contact: Reservations 2-Adult, 3880 Menaul Blvd. NE: Just Manager, email: east of Carlisle on the south side of reservations@explora.us. Weekly Menaul between Thrifttown and virtual summer camps include all Sonic. Phone: 505-985-9091; Email: the materials needed to participate; batespremiertaekwondo@gmail.com; parents can pick up the materials Website: batespremiertkd.com; curbside or have them shipped Contact: Coach Chee. Ages 2-adult, directly to their homes. In addition Mon-Sat, 4-8pm, competitive travelto the virtual option, Explora is Bosque Summer counselor/Bosque School alumni Thalia Fort (Class of 2018) and a summer ing competition team. continuing to offer its more tradicamper during a "River Kids" class exploring the Rio Grande and playing in the mud. Courtesy tional in-person camps, with a limphoto. Bosque School Summer, 4000 ited number of students. These Bosque School Rd. NW, Abq, NM five-day programs provide a robust 87120. Phone: 505-898-6388; Email: bosquesummer@bosqueschool.org; Website: curriculum and allow the students to safely interact with educators, classmates, bosqueschool.org/community-engagement/bosque-summer; Contact: Zach Lang, and the materials in a face-to-face setting. Summer Program Director. We are excited to offer in-person summer programs! With Bosque Summer, your child can build their own adventure with the flexiHarwood Art Center’s Summer Art Camp, 1114 7th St. NW, Abq, NM 87102. bility of our half-day and full-day programs for students entering grades K– Phone: 505-242-6367; Email: artcamp@harwoodartcenter.org; Website: har12. Our small, dynamic and immersive programs will let imaginations soar while woodartcenter.org; Contact: Dani Belvin, Director of Education. Summer Art maintaining COVID-safer practices. Whether you seek academic enrichment, creCamp offers in-depth skill building as well as opportunities for both individual ative adventures, skill development, meaningful movement or just plain fun, and collaborative creative exploration for campers ages 6 – 14. Given the Bosque Summer has your child covered. Voted Readers’ Choice winner for extraordinary circumstances of now, Harwood Art Center staff and teaching Summer Camp in the Albuquerque Journal for three years running. artists adapted to create 6 weeks of Summer Art Camp programming to engage campers online in a range of visual and performing arts activities. We are makChildrens' Grief Center of New Mexico’s Camp Corazon, NM. Phone: 505ing this modified distance program available to families with a contribute what 323-0478; Email: mia.mendoza@childrensgrief.org; Web site: childrensgrief.org; you can option. Contact: Mia Mendoza, Program Director. Since 2013, the Children's Grief Center has offered our Camp Corazon to over 200 bereaved children across the state of Huntington Learning Center, 8201 Golf Course Rd. NW, Ste. B-3, Abq, NM New Mexico, and beyond! In 2020, responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, our 87120. Phone: 505-797-3073; Contact: Sohale Mufti; Website: huntingtonhelps.com. camp went online, and we offered our first ever "Camp-in-a-Box!" allowing us Grades: K-12; Days/Hours: Monday to Saturday. Year after year we continue to to serve young people in their own homes. In 2021, CGC is paying close attenoffer children, ages 5-17, supplemental instruction in reading, writing, mathetion to the ever-changing pandemic situation and public health orders, and we matics, study skills, phonics and related areas, as well as SAT/ACT test preparahave yet to determine if this camp will be virtual or in-person. We anticipate tion. The positive encouragement of our staff and certified teachers combined holding camp October, 2021 and space will be limited to about 50 campers continued on page 36
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with individualized instruction based on our diagnostic testing, is what we believe sets us apart and continues to make our program a success. Kay's All Swim School, 9737 4th St. NW, Abq NM 87114. Website: KaysAllSwimSchool.com. Kay's All Swim School provides excellent personalized swim instruction for infants, children & adults. The water is always warm in an enclosed, 100 percent UV-protected pool. When your children are ready to receive the best in swim instruction take them to Kay's! Swim Lessons Save Lives! Keshet Dance & Center for the Arts Summer Dance, 4121 Cutler Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Email: info@keshetarts.org; Web site: https://keshetarts.org/dance/dance-education/; Contact: Sadie Gelb, Community Education Director. Keshet's Summer Dance session runs June 7-July 31, with community classes, speciality workshops, pop up events, and more! Dance opportunities and experiences for all ages and levels. Sliding scale pricing / scholarships available for all.
July 5-16 Afternoon program 1pm-5pm; July 19-30, 2021 Afternoon 1pm-5pm. Ages: 4-5 year olds; K-3; 4-6 (elementary).Online or in person; Limited capacity of 10 students per class. Cost: $12 registration plus $150 per week. Manzano Day School Summer Discovery, 1801 Central Ave. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-6659; Website: manzanodayschool.org; The Summer Discovery program ignites joy in learning! Manzano Day School’s summer program stimulates critical and creative thinking in its participants. It is a 6-week program offering experiences with math, reading, writing, science, movement and games, music, and more! Children are guided through exploring, experimenting and problem-solving by highly qualified teachers, providing them with many opportunities to gain confidence and experience success. Manzano Day School’s educational philosophy inspires excitement for self-discovery and the development of life-long learners. The academic focus of our Summer Discovery program is to further prepare children for the grade they will be entering for the upcoming school year. Summer Discovery is open to all children ages 3 1/2 to 11 years old from the Albuquerque area. Children enrolled in the Apple Seeds program must be at least 3 ½ years old and potty-trained by March 31. Other classes are available for students rising into the first through fifth grades for the 20212022 school year. The 2021 summer program will be presented from June 7 – July 16. Program hours are 9am – 3pm, Monday through Friday. Before- and after-care may be available for an additional charge depending on current health orders for the State of NM and Bernalillo County and CDC guidelines during the program session.
La Esperanza, two locations: 5740 Night Whisper Rd. NW, Ste. 200, Abq, NM 87114 (505-896 6764) and 1721 Wellspring Ave. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505891-2755). Website: laesperanzacdc.com; Email: info@laesperanzapreschool.com. La Esperanza CDC is a 5-star nationally accredited Bilingual & Christian education program. We provide highquality care, and well planned and developmentally appropriate activities, in COVID safety practices and a healthy environMay Center for Learning and ment. We employ qualified proAlbuquerque Academy's fessionals to provide that care Summer LEAP, 6400 Wyoming and teach and use the most Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87109 effective research-based curricu(Albuquerque Academy Campus). lum in early childhood educaPhone: 505-983-7407; Email: tion. We specialize in Spanishamy@maycenter.org; Website: Immersion for children from 6 maycenter.org; Contact: Amy weeks to 5 years of age. We Miller, Executive Director. May also provide a Bilingual BeforeCenter for Learning’s Summer and After-School and Summer LEAP Program now in Program for children up to 12 Albuquerque through a partneryears old. La Esperanza nurship with Albuquerque Academy. tures children in a loving enviLiteracy, Empowerment, ronment allowing them to grow Advocacy, and Principles! Help both in faith and learning. We your child make a LEAP this sumare a year-round program open mer! Summer LEAP is an intenMonday through Friday from sive, individualized skill-building 7:30am to 5:30pm. We offer fullprogram targeting essential readtime care and participate in the ing, writing, and mathematic NM Early PreK, NM PreK, ECECD, Liz Fitzgerald, Nose to Toes Studio Owner, perfecting boat pose with her student Lexi. skills in a small group setting. CNM and Military child care Photo by Bruce Roach. Appropriate for students with assistance programs. Now diagnosed learning differences, enrolling for 2021-2022 School those students who want to make gains in their academic skills over the sumYear. Please call to schedule your tour today. mer, and those transitioning to a new school or program in grades 3 through Liz Sanchez Stables Horse Camp, 7622 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107. 8, Summer LEAP empowers students to learn more about how they learn best, and explicitly teaches students the skills to ask for what they need in the classPhone: 505-898-1810; Website: lizsanchezstables.com; Contact: Liz Sanchez. room. June 7—July 16 (8:10am to 12:05pm daily) on the Albuquerque Academy Weekly Trot to the Top Summer Riding Camp sessions–better than ever! campus. In order to target instruction for each student’s individual needs, May Sessions are Mon-Fri, June 7 to Aug. 9. Children ages 7-15 come for a week or Center requires an admissions assessment to be completed before Summer LEAP for the summer! Liz says, “It’s all about kids. They learn to be the best they can begins. Once you submit your application materials and pay your deposit, May be.” Monday is Registration Day. Campers receive T-shirts. Thursday is Photo Center personnel will contact you to set up a time for the admissions assessDay. We are starting a Photo and Video virtual album as a history of their horse ment. To schedule an appointment to discuss our summer programming, contact riding. Graduate certificates are passed out. Kids can give the horses a bubble Amy Miller at amy@maycenter.org or visit maycenter.org bath! Group & private riding lessons available year round for all ages. Learn how to care, groom, communicate & ride. English & Western style available. Also bareback for balance. Riders progress at own pace and are placed accordNDI New Mexico’s Hiland Summer Programs, 4800 Central Ave. SE, Abq, ing to skill level. All credit cards accepted. “We are the farm where people NM 87108. Phone: 505-430-0200; Contact: Wendy Barker, Program Producer. dream and horses fly.” Always COVID-compliant. Ages 3-18. Young Children’s Division, Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, Pre-HipHop, Ballet, Jazz, & Modern. Check ndi-nm.org for details on summer programs. Mad Hatter School of Music’s Exploring Music with The Mad Hatter!, 5405 White Reserve Ave. SW, Abq, NM 87105-5959. Phone: 505-544-6950; Email: National Inventors Hall of Fame Camp Invention, Multiple Locations: Rio instrumentlady24@gmail.com; Website: thumbtack.com; Contact: Director Anna Rancho, Albuquerque, Roswell, Las Cruces, Carlsbad, NM. Phone: 800-968-4332; Luthi. An in-depth program focused on your choice of Piano, Violin, or Guitar Email: campinvention@invent.org; Website: invent.org/camp; Contact: Customer from June 7-18 Afternoon program 1pm - 5pm; June 21-July 2 Afternoon 1pm-5pm; continued on page 38
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Service. Energize your kid’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention® program, Recharge! When this nationally acclaimed program returns to New Mexico, campers in grades K-6 will collaborate with friends in handson, open-ended STEM challenges. They’ll take apart a microphone to explore its inner workings, build and test a device to launch rubber ducks, and design morphing vehicles for the Super Road Rally! Each activity is designed to inspire curiosity, spark imaginations and give your young innovator the best summer ever. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot and save! National Museum of Nuclear Science & History’s “Science is Everywhere" Summer Camp, 601 Eubank Blvd. SE, Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-245-2137; Email: lguida@nuclearmuseum.org; Website: nuclearmuseum.org; Contact: Lisa Guida, Director of Education. For grades Pre-K and Kindergarten to 7th grade. These themed, week-long camps will take place June 1–July 30, and they are designed to be both highly educational and fun for all. Sessions include "Hogwerts," "Sabers, Wookies, and Padewans," "Surviving Zombies," "Rockets," and many more! These multi-age collaborative camper experiences include before- and after-care at no additional cost, starting at 7:30am and ending at 5:30pm, and camp programming will take place from 9am to 4pm. Each in-person camp will maintain strict CDC safety protocols, with small camp ratios. All campers and staff must wear a mask and pass a daily COVID-19 screening. Campers will need to bring a lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle. Each weeklong camp is $300, and discounts may be available, as listed on the museum's website. Learn more at nuclearmuseum.org. New Mexico School of Music, 136-J Washington St. SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-266-3474; Email: music@nmschoolofmusic.com; Website: nmschoolofmusic.com; Contact: Tatiana Vetrinskaya. Ages: 2-adult. New Mexico School of Music offers exciting music lessons on all instruments and voice. We have music summer camps for children K-12 as well as an early childhood program, Music FunTime, for children 2-5 years old. New Mexico Young Actors, Inc. Summer Theater Workshop, 2701 San Pedro Dr. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-821-8055; Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Web site: nmyoungactors.org; Contact: Paul Bower, Executive Director. New Mexico Young Actors will offer its popular summer theater workshop, June 7–July 1, featuring our Drama I class and the Musical Theater Workshop. Whether in-person or online has yet to be determined. Classes meet Monday–Thursday. Times: TBD. Cost: Drama I–$330, Musical Theater Workshop–$410, or register for both–$590. Registration opens in March. Nose to Toes Yoga, 1918 Washington St. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-4140801; Email: nosetotoesyoga@gmail.com; Website: Face Book Nose to Toes Yoga; Contact: Liz Fitzgerald, Studio Owner and Instructor. We offer small group and private yoga classes for kids ages 2-18. Day programs run Monday-Friday from 9am to 3pm. We teach fun poses, breathing practices and cool arts & crafts. Request brochure at 505-414-0801 or nosetotoesyoga@gmail.com. Making Yoga Accessible for all! Our Montessori School, 1111 Eubank Blvd NE, Alb, NM 87112. Phone: 505-2756111; Email: roxanne@ourmontessori.com; Website: ourmontessori.com; Contact: Lisa Seider - Administrative Assistant. Our Montessori School provides an authentic Montessori education for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. We also welcome Alumni students and children up to age 8 during the summer program. During the designated Summer School session we will provide specialized activities such as reading, P.E., music, Spanish, cooking, science, gardening, arts and crafts and water play. Painted Iguana Art Classes: Summer Painting for Kids! 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906 & 505-796-0601; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Website: paintediguana.com; Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator. Paint parties designed just for kids! Bring out the Van Gogh when your children go to the studio. Foster a love of the arts in your child & fill your home with acrylic creations this summer. Choose from up to four painting sessions during the months of June & July. Each session lasts for two weeks. Students attend once a week during the two week session. Each class is two hours long. Choose to attend Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday. Afternoon class times, 3-5pm, for busy families. All supplies are furnished brushes, acrylic paint, & canvas. Students receive instruction on brush use, color mixing, and sketching. Which paintings will you choose? I. Watermelon Art - a refreshingly fun intro to acrylic painting. II. This Little Piggy - a popular favorite to paint, a sweet swine! III. Roasting Marshmallows - bringing a campfire vacation to you. V. Sunflowers & Bees - end the summer with flowers & bees that won't sting! Call for session dates, or check the website. Cost: $60 plus tax for each two week session. Always customized & encouraging art instruction for ages 6-16. Come see why art is the adventure children never want to end! Implementing small class sizes & Covid safety for our students.
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Rio Grande Learning Solutions Dyslexia Bootcamp, 10401 Montgomery Parkway NE, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-321-4486; Email: riograndelearningsolutions@gmail.com; Website: riograndelearningsolutions.com; Contact: Melanie Overbay Owner/Facilitator. Do you want to spend your entire summer with tutoring, just to maintain/not lose reading gains? Or do you want to spend one week and jump ahead? One-on-one, multi-sensory, strength-based, & confidence-boosting program! Ages 6 and up. Sandia Prep’s SummerPrep, 532 Osuna Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505338-3045; Email: summerprep@sandiaprep.org; Website: summerprep.org; Contact: Andrew O'Cleireachain, SummerPrep Director. SummerPrep offers small and safe summer camp classes for students from any school in Pre-K through high school. With over 50 tech, art, academic, and athletic classes, students learn new skills and build on existing talents. We foster discovery and exploration in a safe, supportive environment. Classes include App & Video Game Design, Weird & Wacky Science, Archery, Clay Studio, Geometry, Princesses & Fairy Tales, and Outdoor Adventurer. Register and learn about our COVID safe practices, class offerings, and more at summerprep.org. SpringStone Montessori Schools, Abq and Rio Rancho, NM. Website: springstonekids.com. Nationally accredited schools accepting children infant–6 years. Schools are open Mon-Fri, 6:30am–6pm. Four state-of-the-art facilities: N. Abq Acres–7940 Carmel Ave NE, 505-821-8181; UNM Area–1615 Randolph Ct. SE, 505-242-1234; Paradise Hills–4598 Paradise Blvd. NW, 505-897-8111; Rio Rancho– 2441 Grande SE, 505-994-8111. Enrichment Programs. Sunset Mesa Preschool Summer Zone, 2900 Morris St. NE, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-298-7626; Website: sunset-mesa.com; Contacts: Renee Humphrey or Nicole Maxwell, Preschool Office Assistants. Join the magic and adventure of our Preschool Summer Zone for children ages 2½-6. Exciting full and half day programs. Enter our "Summer Zone" for preschoolers, with class choices such as: Creative Kids, Gardening, The ABC’s of STEM, and Summer Bookworms. Preschool Summer Zone runs four weeks, June 7 through July 1, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Children enrolled for a full day should bring a morning and afternoon snack, water bottle, lunch, and a drink. For more information, please visit our website or contact our Preschool Office at 505-298-7626. Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-307-4170; Contact: Sandra Akkad, Founder. Web site: mytutorme.com. Register now for summer classes. Covid-safe live in-house sessions. Ongoing online tutoring. Focusing on K-12. Homework Help. Tutor-Me is a premier learning center that offers a hands-on approach when helping students. We stimulate & motivate while enriching and helping our students. Tutor-Me provides a safe, conducive, and nurturing environment. We offer classes in all Math, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Phonics, English, Science, standardized testing, PSAT, ACT, SAT and more. We also have classes in Spanish, French and Arabic. We offer a free trial. Check us out on Facebook at facebook.com/mytutorme. Youth Development Inc. Head Start, 3451 Candelaria Rd. NE, Ste. A, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-212-7239; Email: epadilla@ydinm.org; Website: ydinm.org; Contact: Ernestine Padilla. Early Head Start/Head Start are two of the most successful federally funded childhood education programs ever created. It promotes the school readiness of children ages 6 weeks-5 years from lowincome families by enhancing their cognitive, social, and emotional development. YDI has more than 30 centers throughout New Mexico and is completely free. YMCA of Central New Mexico Summer Camps, 7 locations in Albuquerque & Santa Fe. Phone: 505-595-1515; Email: pbeam@ymcacnm.org; Website: ymcacnm.org; Contact: Phil Beam, Program Director. The YMCA Knows Camp...We practically invented it! Summer Camp has been a long established YMCA program, encompassing many skill areas such as academic education to prevent summer learning loss, leadership, team-building, and physical activity. They explore. They grow. And they have fun. And isn’t that what being a kid is all about? Open enrollment begins March 1, online and in person. Ages 5 – 12; Open June 1 – Aug. 6; Monday – Friday from 7am – 6pm; $120/week. CYFD contracts accepted at some locations. Financial assistance available at all locations. Specialty & Sports Camps available: Basketball, Volleyball Cooking, Archery, Coding, Nature, Fishing and many more. Information for this directory comes from the advertisers and does not constitute an endorsement by New Mexico Kids!
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CHRISTUS ST. VINCENT PRIMARY CARE
Keep Them Healthy At CHRISTUS St. Vincent, we are always committed to providing the best and safest health care to you and your family. From routine check-ups or vaccinations to acute illnesses – we are taking every precaution necessary to deliver safe and secure care in a COVID-free environment. Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics Accepting Virtual Visits Offering Pediatric Care for newborns through18 years of age 465 St. Michael’s Dr., Suite 200 Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 913-4901
Family Medicine Center Accepting Virtual Visits Offering Family Medicine for newborns, children, adults and seniors 2025 Galisteo St. Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 913-3450
Entrada Contenta Health Center Accepting Virtual Visits Offering Pediatrics, Family Medicine, and Urgent Care 5501 Herrera Dr. Santa Fe, NM 87507 Provider Offices: (505) 913-3233 Urgent Care: (505) 913-4180
Adult & Family Care Accepting Virtual Visits Offering Family Medicine for newborns, children, adults and seniors 465 St. Michael’s Dr. Suite 230 Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 913-4710
We accept most health insurance plans. For your safety, everyone is REQUIRED to wear a mask at ALL CHRISTUS St. Vincent facilities.
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