New Mexico Kids! 2023 Summer Fun! Activities Directory!

from New Mexico Kids! May/June 2023

New Mexico Jazz Workshop: Jazz Education for the Family

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. 2023 Session: July 9–15 ($600); 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.

Camp Stoney Summer Program, sponsored by The Episcopal Diocese of the Rio Grande, 7855 Old Santa Fe Trail, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-881-0636; Email: brangel@dioceserg.org; Website: Camp

Contact: Camp Director and Diocesan

Youth Missioner Br. Angel Gabriel. Camp Stoney is a place that will enable the camper to have fun, meet new people, enjoy beautiful surroundings and a wonderful place to relate to God, as an active member of a loving and affirming Christian community that is truly and genuinely open to all. Dates: Family

Camp: Thursday June 15 to Saturday June

17; Camp Stoney #1: Sunday June 18 to Saturday June 24; Camp Stoney #2: Sunday June 25 to Saturday July 1.

Hummingbird Music Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025. Phone: 575-829-3060. Email: hmcjemez@gmail.com. Ages: 8-14

Hummingbird Music Camp, nestled by the river in the Jemez Mountains, is a family owned business celebrating 65 years of nurturing a love for fine arts in the youth of NM. This safe and lovingly structured social environment provides a home away from home in the fresh mountain air where children are occupied with friends, activities, and fine arts enrichment (not electronics). At Hummingbird, we offer three camps: Music, Art, and Chess. Music: Music camp is wonderful for all campers, from those who do not have any music experience, to those who are advanced. Campers receive daily private lessons from professional teachers, participate in large group ensembles, have daily designated practice time, and conclude the week with multiple concert experiences. Hummingbird offers band, orchestra, guitar, piano, and voice. Art: Art campers expand their creativity by undertaking an assortment of projects with diverse media. Campers work with professional art teachers who inspire ingenuity and creativity. Campers get to enjoy art classes in a variety of inspiring environments. All skill levels are welcome! Chess: Chess campers, from beginning to advanced, receive expert instruction and strategies that help them improve their game. Campers benefit from one-on-one chess lessons and play matches in a fun filled environment. With a tournament at the end of the week, chess campers get to see how much their skills have improved! Hummingbird gives children the opportunity to be children. We balance the focus of music, art, or chess with fun filled activities including, campfires with silly songs, storytelling, water walking, fishing, skits, sleeping under the stars, a moonlight hike to the waterfall, a dance and more! Visit hummingbirdmusiccamp.com.

Day Programs

Santa Fe & Surrounding Areas

Art School Santa Fe’s Summer Mini Art Camps, 3600 Cerrillos Rd., Unit 714D (in the Lofts), SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-364-3256; Email: ronny@artschoolsantafe.com; Website: Artschoolsantafe.com; Camp Contact: Ronny, Owner. Calling young passionate artists! Join our camps where you will gain new art skills and explore your imagination, working individually based on level and interest. Ages 7 and up, 9am-1pm, materials provided, sketchbooks recommended. $225 a week, register by May 1 for an early bird discount! June 5-9 Kawaii and Chibi Illustration, June 12 - 16 Watercolors and Acrylics, June 19-23 Studio Ghibli, June 26-30 Fantasy and Creature Illustration, July 10-14 Kawaii and Chibi Illustration, July 17-21 Studio Ghibli, July 24-28 Kaiju, July 31August 4 Watercolors and Acrylics.

Glorieta Day Camp, 11 State Road 50, Glorieta, NM 87535. Phone: 601-954-1427; Email: daycamp@glorieta.org; Website: Glorieta.org; Camp Contact: Mackenzie Bell, Day Camp Manager. Glorieta Day Camp is a 5-day camp experience unlike any other! Kids, ages 6-13, are invited to our fun-filled, action-packed, Christ-centered program loaded with activities and learning experiences. Cost: $275. Optional extras come with additional costs, including transportation from Santa Fe, Eldorado & Albuquerque or our retail bundle "Adventure Packs." For more information and dates, visit Glorieta.org/daycamp.

Learners Summer Chess Camps, 532 Adams NE, abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505681-8951; Email: victor.fs.lopez@gmail.com; Website: learnerschess.org; Camp Contact: Victor Lopez, Camp Director. Every summer, kids from across NM come to Learners Summer Chess Camps to rekindle friendships, make new friends, learn together, study together, challenge each other, compete, mentor each other, be mentored by Learners' Chess Coaches, experience the latest advancements in the Learners Chess curriculum and process, play Capture the Flag and Frisbee and other fun games, earn prizes including more multi-colored chess pieces for their own colored chess set, get a Learners T-shirt, and improve their thinking as chess players, thinkers, social actors and leaders. Open to ages 6 and up, all chess skill and experience levels welcome. Locations: Weeklong Camps (mornings, 8:30am-noon, afternoons 1pm-4:30pm, or full days 8:30am-4:30pm), Before & after care available. Sibling discounts. Need-Based Scholarships. Santa Fe (Rio Grande School) Aug. 7-11 Check website for details.

NDI New Mexico at The Dance Barns/Summer Programs, 1140 Alto St., SF, NM 87501. Phone: 505-795-7088; Contact: Ariana Hatcher, Program Producer. Ages 3-18. Young Children’s Division, Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, Pre-HipHop, Boys Dance Too, Ballet, Jazz, Modern & more. Register online at ndinm.org for more details.

New Mexico Fencing Foundation’s Beginnner Fencing Camps, 1306 Clark Road, SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-660-2440; Email: nmffswords@gmail.com; Website: nmfencing.org; Camp Contact: Jack Stafurik, Director. New Mexico Fencing Foundation is offering day camps for ages 8–13 with or without previous experience. Students learn the fundamentals of fencing, including footwork, offensive and defensive actions, and proper equipment use. Camp attendance is limited to 12. All equipment included. Sessions: June 19–23; July 10–14; August 7–11. Times: 10am–1pm; Location: 1306 Clark Road, Santa Fe; Cost: $250/week (10% sibling discount). To register, visit nmfencing.org.

St. Michael's High School Camp Horsemen, 100 Siringo Rd., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-983-7353; Email: achavez@smhs.me; Website: https://www.stmichaelssf.org/; Camp Contact: Alexa Chavez, Admissions, Communications & Marketing Manager. St. Michael's High School offers one of the best and most affordable summer camps for kids entering grades 1 - 9 Our goal at Camp Horsemen is for every camper to try something different, develop a new skill, increase their confidence, make a new friend, and most importantly have a lot of fun! All of our camps are led by individuals who have years of experience and expertise in their fields. Additionally, St. Michael's students, athletes and artists are involved with all of our camps, a dynamic that camp attendees truly enjoy. Football: June 5-9, 8am-11:30am, Horsemen continued on page 40

Basketball: June 19-23, 9am-2pm. Baseball: July 26-29, 9am-2pm. Lady Horsemen Basketball: July 10-14, 9am-3pm. Volleyball: July 14-15, 9am-4pm. Soccer: July 1720, 9am-noon. Register online at www.stmichaelssf.org.

Santa Fe Climbing Center’s Climbing Summer Camps, 3008 Cielo Ct., SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-986-8944; Email: info@climbsantafe.com; Website: climbsantafe.com/classes-programs/youth-programs/after-school-summer-camps/. Ages 5 – 15. Summer Camps at the Santa Fe Climbing Center create a stimulating environment in which climbers at all levels will push their physical and mental limits while having fun and exploring the world of indoor rock climbing! The challenges and climbing games led by our experienced instructors promote teamwork, confidence, flexibility, balance, problem solving and more. Our weekly Summer Camp sessions are in the morning (8:30-11:30am) or afternoon (12:30-3:30pm) with before and aftercare available and start May 30. The camps are divided in the following age groups, 5-8 year old, 9-13 year old and 12-15 year old climbers, and cost $249 per session.

Santa Fe Girls' School Girls Explore!, 310 W. Zia Rd., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-820-3188; Email: rwilliams@santafegirlsschool.org; Website: santafegirlsschool.org/summer-camp; Camp Contact: Rosie Williams, Co-Director. Girls entering grades 4, 5, or 6 are invited to join us for full-day (8:30-3:30) summer camp as we explore weekly themes through writing, cooking, field trips, art projects, and more!

Santa Fe Playhouse’s Youth Theatre Intensive, 142 East De Vargas St., SF, NM 87501. Phone: 505-9884262; Email: davids@santafeplayhouse.org; Website: santafeplayhouse.org/summer-youth-intensive; Camp Contact: David Stallings, Program Director.

Enrollment is now open for Santa Fe Playhouse's 3week pre-professional Shakespeare and Audition Intensive for ages 12-17. Industry professionals will coach students on audition materials, participate in an audition before a professional panel, and join a production of Shakespeare's “As You Like It” from concept to public presentation. Students receive a digital headshot taken by a professional photographer. June 5-23, Mondays-Fridays, 9am-2pm. Visit santafeplayhouse.org, call 505-988-4262, or email program director David Stallings, davids@santafeplayhouse.org.

Santa Fe Public Libraries’ "All Together Now"

Summer Reading Program, at all 3 Santa Fe Public Library Branches, SF, NM. Phone: 505-955-2817; Email: kasandoval1@santafenm.gov; Website: santafelibrary.org; Camp Contact: Kristen Sandoval, Program Manager. This summer join us for the "All Together Now Summer Reading Program" at your Santa Fe Public Library! We will focus on friendship, community, kindness & expanding our world. Through June and July we will have programs, prizes and events to make your summer reading fun, productive and memorable! Register at any library branch in the Children's Room beginning May 29. All ages welcome and everything is free!

Santa Fe Waldorf School’s Summer Woodworking Classes, 26 Puesta del Sol, SF, NM 87508; Phone: 505-467-6431; Email: jgutierrez@santafewaldorf.org; Website: santafewaldorf.org/summer; Camp Contact: Fletcher Lathrop, Camp Teacher. We offer two weeks of classes: Week 1, June 12-16 is for students in rising 6th through 12th grades only. Week 2, June 19-23, is for both students and adults. Classes are Monday through Friday from noon - 3pm and are open to the community. No experience needed. Depending on your experience and skill level, you can make bowls, spoons, animals, dovetailed cedar pencil boxes, stools and more. There will be ample opportunity for innovation. For cost, details and to register, visit santafewaldorf.org/summer.

Santa Fe Waldorf School’s Wildflower Parent & Child Summer Classes, 26 Puesta del Sol, SF, NM 87508; Phone: 505-467-6431; Email: eoneill@santafewaldorf.org; Website: santafewaldorf.org/parent-and-child; Camp Contact: Erin O'Neill, Summer Program Teacher. Ages: Birth-4 years. At Santa Fe Waldorf School, we offer a warm and gentle welcome to the littlest learners — and their caregivers, too! We have classes for three age groups: Wildflower Babies (ages 1-16 months), Buds (ages 1.5 to 2.5), and Blossoms (ages 2.5 to 4). Classes include creative free play, early socialization, fresh ideas for parenting, plus songs and games that delight children and caregivers alike. These classes are offered throughout the year and are open to all families whether or not they are enrolled at the Santa Fe Waldorf School. For cost, summer dates and to register, visit santafewaldorf.org/parent-and-child.

Skate School Skateboarding School, 825 Early St. #H, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-474-0074; Contact: Joe Lehm; Email: skateschoolsantafe@gmail.com; Website: skateboardsafety.com. Skateboard Ramps and Bowls Camps: Young riders will get expert instruction, mornings at Public Skate Parks and afternoons at our Indoor Skate Park. Ages 8 and up, 9am to 4pm. May 29-June 2, June 5-9, June 19-23, July 10-14, July 17-21. Cost $330 plus tax. Long Board Camps: Ride our school's long boards and learn to turn, stop and slide while riding local bike paths and at our Indoor Skate Park. Ages 9 and up. 9am to 4pm. June 12-14, July 3-5, July 24-26. Cost $200 plus tax.

Wise Fool New Mexico, 1131 Siler Rd., SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-992-2588; Email: kristen@wisefoolnm.org; Camp Contact: Kristen Woods, Youth Camps Coordinator. Website: wisefoolnewmexico.org/classes/youth-programs-2/; Ages: 5 years to entering 12th grade. Wise Fool's kids programs allow your kiddos to run away with the circus, without leaving home! Students learn stilt-walking, unicycling, aerial fabric, trapeze, juggling, puppet-making, clowning and more, all in a safe, non-competitive environment. All Levels: July 3-14, 9am-3:30pm, Ages 7-12, Cost $660. All levels, no experience necessary. July 17-28, 9am-3:30pm, Cost $660. Suitable for students ages 8-13 who have taken at least one session of summer camp or a session of afterschool classes, or have other previous circus experience. Wee Kids Camp: June 19-23, 9am-12:30pm, Cost $280. Wee Kids camp is a half-day camp for 5-7 years old. Teen Circus Camp: June 19-30. 1:30-5pm, Monday-Friday, $400. For youth entering 7th-12th grades. No experience necessary, suitable for all levels! Students will get to explore all the circus arts and then pick a couple of disciplines to focus on to perform in a showcase for friends and family at the end of the two weeks. The camp will also include a focus on conditioning, flexibility and performance skills. Tuition assistance available! Programs fill up quickly, email kristen@wisefoolnm.org to get on our mailing list or with questions.

YMCA of Central New Mexico Summer Camps, 4901 Indian School Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505595-1515; Email: aramirez@ymcacnm.org; Website: ymcacnm.org; Camp Contact: Ty McNary, School-Age Childcare Director. YMCA Summer Camps are designed to keep your child active and safe. Character development plays a big role in our camps. Respect, responsibility, honesty, caring, and faith are values used on a daily basis. You can rest assured that your child will be in a safe and nurturing environment that offers a different activity for him/her to participate in every hour of the day. Sign up today for the following YMCA camps: Day Camp, ages 5-12 With locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, our curriculum is based on weekly themes and includes arts & humanities, health, wellness & fitness, literacy, STEAM, character development, service-learning, and social competence & conflict resolution. Specialty Camps, ages 6-12. Fit & Fun, Archery, Yoga, Art, Top Chef, Outdoor Adventure, Performing Arts, Coding, Kids Gone Crafty. Athletic Performance Camp, ages 10-16. Improve overall strength, conditioning, speed, agility–includes stretching, yoga, and nutrition education. Youth Sports Camps, ages 6-13. These one week camps include Basketball, Volleyball and Soccer.

Albuquerque and Surrounding Areas

1st Class Learning Center, 5111 Homestead Circle NW, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-898-5702; Email: 1stclasslearningcenter@gmail.com; Website: 1stclasslearningcenter.com; Contact: Leann C. Gordinier, Owner/Director. We are now enrolling! We have affordable prices and available discounts. No state tax. We accept ECECD. Ages 6 Weeks To School Age. Stop by to have a tour of the center. Open Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6pm. Our Mission Statement: To provide a learning environment that is safe, enjoyable, interesting and peaceful for all children, their families and community. Philosophy: We believe each child develops according to age and capacity, having the freedom to develop physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually without any pressure. We also believe children learn best when rules and limits are clear and consistent. Most importantly, we believe that children learn best by staff members who create an atmosphere that is loving, warm, caring and friendly by which all children feel accepted, safe, and a part of 1st Class Learning Center.

Abq Childcare Summer Program, 10111 Constitution Ave NE, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-299-0633; Email: natalie@abqchildcare.com; Website: abqchildcare.com; Camp Contact: Shelly Gutierrez, Director. ABQ Childcare has 4 convient locations. We serve kids ages 6 weeks-12 years. We have NM Free continued on page 42

Pre-k for ages 3-5. Four free meals daily for all kids! Daily Summer Program field trips for ages 5-12, Monday-Friday. Albuquerque The Magazine's Best of the City Daycare 2022.

Albuquerque Museum School, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-764-6515; Email: ebecker@cabq.gov; Website: albuquerquemuseum.org; Camp Contact: Elizabeth Becker, Curator of Education. Make the Museum your classroom! Weeklong classes for ages 6-10. Morning or afternoon sessions in June and July. $100 per week.

Albuquerque Bernalillo County Public Libaries’ Summer Reading Program, 501 Copper NW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-768-5141; Email: library@cabq.gov; Website: abqlibrary.org; Camp Contact: Cody Wesner-Ellis. The Public Library of Albuquerque-Bernalillo County invites everyone to join us for our 2023 Summer Reading Program, a celebration of reading, learning, and fun for children, tweens, teens, and adults! Read books, attend events, earn prizes, and more. All for free! This 8 week program kicks off June 3 and runs through July 29. Register online beginning May 12 or in person at one of our 19 locations beginning June 3.

Archaeology Summer Camp, ‘Want To Be A Junior Archaeologist?’ 11776 Hwy 337 (Museum behind the Ranger Station), Tijeras, NM 87059. Phone: 505385-6218, 915-329-3479, 505-281-3304. Email: pmichel9@comcast.net; Website: friendsoftijeraspueblo.org/home. Camp Contact: Paula Michel, Board Director, Education and Volunteer Coordinator. Sponsored by Friends of Tijeras Pueblo and the Cibola National Forest. Spend a week outdoors with professional and avocational archaeologists learning excavation and survey methods, local history, and how to record sites and artifacts. June 26-30 (9am - noon) Ages: 9-13 (parents welcome to attend with your child) Suggested Donation: $100, limited to 20 students, closes on June 5. Please contact: Paula Michel 505-385-6218, Greg Busse 915-329-3479, or the Sandia Ranger District 505-281-3304.

Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico BRT's Academy, 6913 Natalie Ave NE, Abq, NM 87110, Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Website: brtnm.com; Camp Contact: Katherine Giese, Executive/Artistic Director. Ballet Repertory Theatre’s Academy has ballet, modern, and special classes offered throughout the summer. Monthly tuition ranges from $50-$78 for one class per week. Please email brt@brtnm.com if you are interested and check our website www.brtnm.com for more information.

Bates Taekwondo, 2820 Richmond Blvd NE, Abq, NM 87107, Phone: 505-9859091; Email: batestkd@gmail.com; Website: batestkd.com; Contact: Master Chee Bates. Taekwondo & fitness ages 3-adult, no contracts, unlimited classes.

Be Greater Than Average Steam: Expedition Summer Camps, 4311 Sara Rd., Ste 106, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Phone: 505-715-7732; Email: info@begreaterthanaverage.org Website: BeGreaterThanAverage.org; Camp Contact: Shelly Gruenig. Join us this summer for a STEAM Expedition! We will be exploring everything from 3D printing and engineering to stop motion animation and robotics. We have classes for students ages 6-18 across the Greater Albuquerque area including the Balloon Museum, Electric Playhouse, Explora and our center in Rio Rancho. Explore More this Summer!

Bosque School Summer, 4000 Bosque School Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-898-6388; Email: bosqueschool@bosqueschool.org; Website: bosqueschool.org/bosque-summer; Camp Contact: Phoebe Cooper, Summer Program Coordinator. Discover why Bosque Summer has been chosen as the best summer camp in Albuquerque for five years in a row by voters in the Albuquerque Journal Readers’ Choice Awards! With Bosque Summer, your child can build their own adventure with the flexibility of our weeklong, half-day and full-day programs for students entering grades K–12. Our diverse selection of courses is designed to spark your child’s curiosity and encourage them to explore new interests. Whether you seek academic enrichment, creative adventures, skill development, meaningful movement or just plain fun, Bosque Summer will keep your child active, engaged and excited about learning.

Camp Invention, Various locations throughout New Mexico, Phone: 800-9684332; Email: campinvention@invent.org; Website: invent.org/local; Camp Contact: Sabreena Riley - Customer Relations Department. Spark your child’s curiosity and creativity with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Wonder! Campers in grades K-6 will collaborate with friends to take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. From building a mini skate park to launching a pop-up shop to transforming a robot into a stuffie, each experience adds up to an imaginationstretching, confidence-boosting summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Dates: various weeks throughout the summer.

Cottonwood Montessori School’s “Summers Should Be Spent in the Country!” 3896 Corrales Rd., Corrales, NM 87048. Phone: 505-897-8375; Email: j.martin@cottonwoodschool.org; Website: cottonwoodschool.org; Camp Contact: Julianna Martin, Principal. This summer’s offerings are a mix of our most popular activities such as Drama, Art, Music, Cooking, Literature, Oceanography and Sports! We invite you to join us this summer for covid safe, joyful learning and creative expression through dynamic adventures in hands-on learning for children ages 2-12. Your children will have the opportunity to explore exciting learning environments enhanced by a culturally rich curriculum which involve both physical, social and creative challenges. Our elementary summer programs will include sports and visiting artists which will showcase our adventures. Your children will be engaged in activities with our masterful teaching staff that will foster confidence, independence and positive peer interactions while leaving them feeling enriched and entertained like never before. Learning was never this fun! (no camp the week of July 3) Schedule and Fees per weekly camp: 8:3011:30 costs $225; 8:30-3 costs $260; 7-6 costs $300. Note: some camps may require a supply fee. *Bring A Sack Lunch and Water Bottle.

Crystal Boyack Music Studio’s Ready, Set, Violin! 4407 Menaul Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 435-232-1335; Email: crystalboyack@gmail.com; Website: crystalboyackmusicstudio.com/readysetviolin; Camp Contact: Crystal Boyack, director. Interested in violin, but not sure you're ready for the commitment of lessons? Join us in a week long minicamp for students 3-6 years old. 1 hour a day, July 17-22, multiple times to choose from. All materials included (no instruments needed). Learn more at crystalboyackmusicstudio.com/readysetviolin.

Dance Theatre Southwest, 3805 Academy Parkway South NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-296-9465; Email: dancetheatresouthwest@gmail.com; Website: dtsw.com; Contact: Patricia Dickinson Wells. All ages. We provide summer classes to everyone interested in building better dance skills over the summer months! Looking For An Alternative? Look no further! Advanced/Intermediate levels of ongoing 6 weeks of classes, Young Dancers Intensives, and Kidz Dance Kamps. Three distinctly different programs for dancers of all ages: 1) 6 weeks of evening and weekend ongoing summer classes for Advanced/Intermediate levels and adults includes Classical Ballet, Pointe, Modern/Contemporary, Jazz, and Pilates. 2) Young Dancers Workshop for ages 8-14 includes Classical Ballet, Pointe/Pre-Pointe, Modern/Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Pilates. 3) Two weeks of fun Kidz Kamps for ages 3-7 with different themes each week in June/July. Find us on Facebook and Instagram!

Explora Summer Camps, 1701 Mountain Rd., Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-6006072; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us/summer-camps-2023. Camp Contact: Tara Henderson, thenderson@explora.us. Camps start June 5. Registration open. Join us for investigation, discovery and hands-on summer fun! Explora offers weeklong summer camps that inspire PreK-12th grade learners to get excited about science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Campers get engaged and keep their brain cells buzzing by exploring STEAM topics in materials-rich and creative environments. Financial aid available, contact reservations@explora.us. Each weeklong, half-day camp costs $150/$170 non-members. All camp options available with supervised lunchtime.

Glorieta Day Camp, 11 State Road 50, Glorieta, NM 87535. Phone: 601-954-1427; Email: daycamp@glorieta.org; Website: Glorieta.org; Camp Contact: Mackenzie Bell, Day Camp Manager. Glorieta Day Camp is a 5-day camp experience unlike any other! Kids, ages 6-13, are invited to our fun-filled, action-packed, Christcentered program that’s loaded with activities and learning experiences. Cost: $275. Optional extras with additional costs. These include transportation from Santa Fe, Eldorado and Albuquerque or our retail bundle "Adventure Packs." For more information and dates, please visit www.Glorieta.org/daycamp.

Harwood Art Center’s Summer Art Camp, 1114 7th St. NW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-242-6367; Email: artcamp@harwoodartcenter.org. Website: harwoodartcenter.org/summer-art-camp; Camp Contact: Ruby Rodriguez, Arts Education Coordinator. Summer Art Camp offers multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural experiences for youth in grades 1-9. Since 1996, Harwood’s summer programing has fostered creativity and curiosity in young artists of all skill levels. Art Camp provides fun skill building projects as well as opportunities for both individual and collaborative creative exploration. Summer Art Camp runs over four two-week sessions throughout June 5 through July 28 with full and half day options for students.

HOPE Christian School’s HOPE Engage, 6721 Palomas Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Email: summerprograms@hcsnm.org; Website: HCSNM.org/summer; Ages: 1st – 9th grades. Camp Contact: Samantha Duran, Director of Summer Programs. Day Camp for rising 1st - 5th graders. Half Day Workshops for 1st9th graders. Academic offerings for rising 1st graders. Sports camps for all ages. All details at HCSNM.org/summer.

Huntington Learning Center, 8201 Golf Course Rd. NW, Ste. B-3, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-797-3073; Contact: Sohale Mufti; Website: huntingtonhelps.com. Grades: K-12; Days/Hours: Monday to Saturday. Year after year we continue to offer children, ages 5-17, supplemental instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, study skills, phonics and related areas, as well as SAT/ACT test preparation. The positive encouragement of our staff and certified teachers combined with individualized instruction based on our diagnostic testing, is what we believe sets us apart and continues to make our program a success.

Immanuel Lutheran School 2023 Summer Program, 300 Gold Ave. SE, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-243-2589, opt 4; Website: immanuelabq.org; Camp Contact: Vivian Rindone, Preschool Director. Immanuel Lutheran Schools 2023 Summer Program begins May 30 and runs through August 4, we will be closed on July 4. Our 10-week program is open to preschool age children to 9 years. It runs Monday through Friday, 7am-5:30pm. Choose your preferred days, daily and monthly rates are available. Being out in the community is a big part of our program, 3-4 days a week we are on the move. We go to the library, swimming, the movies, the Bio-Park, museums, parks and many more fun places. Art, science, cooking and tumbling are all taught at school. The students will also attend our Vacation Bible School program, Keepers of the Kingdom, the week of June 26–30. We will visit the Unser Library on Tuesdays for story, music and entertainment hour. On Thursdays, we visit the Valley Park and Pool and Fridays, we visit the West Mesa Pool. We are still in the process of scheduling dates for museums, parks, Bio-Park, bowling, and many other exciting places to have fun and learn while doing it!

Kay's All Swim School, 9737 4th St. NW, Abq NM 87114. Website: KaysAllSwimSchool.com. Celebrating 50 years of excellent personalized swim instruction for infants, children & adults! Warm Water Walking for adultsgentle on joints! The water is always warm in an enclosed, chlorine-free, 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 Camp Series, 4121 Cutler Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Email: eveningstar@KeshetArts.org; Website: KeshetArts.org; Camp Contact: Ana Lopes Aréchiga. For ages 4-18, a range of levels and schedules. Dancers will perform short pieces that they have learned for their family and friends at the conclusion of camps. Little Movers: Ages 6-8, July 17-21. Half-day camp for the youngest dancers. Contemporary, Ballet and Creative Movement. 9am-noon, $100-$200 sliding scale or $45/day. Dance Sampler: Ages 6-8, July 17-21. Half-day camp for our growing dancers to sample Contemporary, Ballet and Improvisation. No experience necessary. 1pm to 4pm. $100-$200 sliding scale, or $45/day. Contemporary, Ballet, Choreography: ages 9-12, July 24-28. Build the foundations of dance with classes in Contemporary and Ballet. Includes learning basic improvisational skills and choreography techniques. No experience necessary. July 24-July 28. 9am to 4pm. $150-$300 sliding scale, or $75/day. Contemporary, Ballet, Choreography: Two week experience for dancers ages 13-18, July 17-28, Mondays through Fridays. Contemporary and Ballet. Basic improvisational skills and choreography techniques, as well as exploring collaborations with others. No experience necessary. July 21-28, 2023, two weeks, 9am-4pm. $300-$500 sliding scale, or $75/day. Pre-Professional Program Immersion: ages 10-18, June 1923. For motivated and experienced dancers. Daily classes in contemporary, ballet and more, refining technique while broadening understanding of various dance styles. Dancers must have significant prior training in contemporary and/or ballet to attend. Placement auditions on first day in ballet class. Monday, 9:30am-3pm. $150-$300 sliding scale, 0r $75/day, For registration information: kp3@KeshetArts.org.

Learners Summer Chess Camps, 532 Adams NE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505681-8951; Email: victor.fs.lopez@gmail.com; Website: learnerschess.org; Camp

Contact: Victor Lopez, Camp Director. Every summer, kids from all across NM come together at Learners Summer Chess Camps to rekindle friendships, make new friends, learn together, study together, challenge each other, compete, mentor each other, be mentored by Learners' Chess Coaches, experience the latest advancements in the Learners Chess curriculum and process, play Capture the Flag and Frisbee and other fun games, earn prizes including more multi-colored chess pieces for their own colored chess set, get a Learners T-shirt, and improve their thinking as chess players, thinkers, social actors, and leaders. Open to ages 6 and up, all chess skill and experience levels welcome.

Locations: Weeklong Camps (mornings, 8:30am to noon, afternoons 1pm to 4:30pm, or full days 8:30am to 4:30pm), Before and after care available. Sibling discounts available. Need-Based Scholarships Available. Central ABQ (532 Adams NE): June 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, Aug. 7-11. North Valley (MRGCC): June 5-9. NE Heights (SY Jackson Elementary): July 17-21, 24-28. Rio Rancho (First Baptist Church): June 12-16, July 10-14. See website for details.

Liz Sanchez Stables Horse Camp, 7622 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Phone: 505-898-1810; Website: lizsanchezstables.com; Contact: Liz Sanchez. Weekly Trot to the Top Summer Riding Camp sessions–better than ever! Sessions are Mon-Thurs. Ages 7-15. Come for a week or for the summer! Camps start June 5. Liz says, “It’s all about kids. They learn to be the best they can be.” Campers receive T-shirts. Thursday is Photo Day. Campers get a Photo and Video virtual album as a history of their horse riding. Graduate certificates are passed out. Kids can give the horses a bubble 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 at skill level. All credit cards accepted. “We are the farm where people dream and horses fly.” Always COVID-compliant.

LSG & Associates Inc. Summer Therapy Program, 10320 Cottonwood Park NW, Suite A, Abq, NM 87114. Phone: 505-366-3342; Email: info@lsg4schools.org; Website: lsg4schools.com; Camp Contact: Erin White-Canales MS CCC-SLP, Therapy Supervisor. Summer therapy sessions available at LSG! We offer speech, OT, ABA, and social groups for ALL ages. Session(s) availability runs from June 1 through July 31. Visit website or email info@lsg4schools.org for more info.

LSG & Associates Inc & Explora Museum’s Mad Scientist Camp for Neurodiverse Children, at Explora, 1701 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-250-5204; Email: info@lsg4schools.org; Website: lsg4schools.com; Camp Contact: Maria Merino Gomez, LSG Camp Coordinator. LSG Inc. and Explora Museum are hosting a summer "Mad Scientist" Camp for neurodiverse children ages 8-12 years of age. The theme is all about chemistry, reactions and the periodic elements. Two different sessions to sign up for: July 17-21 from 1-4pm or July 24-28 from 9-12pm. Cost: $175 per child or $300 for 2 children.

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 2023-2024 school year. The 2023 summer program will be presented from June 5 – July 14. 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.

MST Adventures LLC, Full Send Grom Mountain Bike Camp, 6808 Academy Parkway East, NE, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-717-2526; Email: info@mstadventures.com; Website: mstadventures.com; Camp Contact: Corey Spoores, Owner. Ages: 17-3. During this 5 day clinic we will build the skills needed for successful trail riding. We will follow the BICP Level 1 & Level 2 curriculum for the fundamentals of braking and cornering to shifting, steering, and riding challenging terrain. Riding the trails is fun, especially once you have learned some new skills. We will ride the local single track applying the newly minted skills and learn a lot more along the way in a safe and enjoyable manner. Half Day Camps for our beginner riders. 7-9 years. Full Day Camps for our more experienced rider. 10-13 years. Dates: Half Day Camp: June 12-16, July 1-29 (Saturdays). Full Day Camp: June 19-23.

National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Arte Poquito, 1701 4th St. SW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-246-2261; Website: nhccnm.org/events; Camp Contact: Rosalia Pacheco, Education Program Manager. Arte Poquito is a free, monthly, 45-minute program for babies and toddlers ages 0 months to 4 years and their caregivers that cultivates creativity and self-expression through the exploration of Hispanic/Latine arts and culture. Participants explore the NHCC Museum, Performing Arts Center, and engage in artmaking, music, movement, dance, drama, and bilingual story time. NHCC instructors model age-appropriate arts techniques that celebrate self-expression, build vocabulary, and strengthen both fine-motor and gross-motor skills in a fun environment.

National Institute of Flamenco’s Kids Camp at Festival Flamenco, 1771 Bellamah Ave. NW, Suite A, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-242-7600; Email: Education@nifnm.org; Website: ffiabq.org/kids-camp; Camp Contact: Rebecca Huppenthal, education manager. Dates: June 12-16. As a program of the National Institute of Flamenco, Flamenco Kids Camp is a day camp introducing children ages 6-12 to the full range of flamenco arts and culture. Flamenco Kids Camp is a fun, creative outlet featuring classes in dance, cajón (percussion), cante (singing), palmas (hand percussion), Spanish language, and literacy. What’s included? Students receive a Kids Camp T-Shirt, snacks, and in-camp performance demonstrations from artists. The camp concludes with a free performance on Saturday, June 17 for friends and family at the Albuquerque Museum, where students demonstrate all they have learned during the course of the camp. Flamenco Kids Camp is open to absolute beginners, new students and children with beginning to intermediate level flamenco dance experience. Please feel free to contact us regarding questions about student placement. A limited number of scholarships are available.

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History’s Summer Camp 2023, 601 Eubank Blvd. SE, Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-245-2137; Email: brobin@nuclearmuseum.org; Website: nuclearmuseum.org; Contact: Lisa Guida, Director of Education. Weeklong, "Science is Everywhere" Summer Camps, May 30-Aug. 4. Students Pre-K – 6th grade can enroll in one, two, or all week-long camps, and they will experience exciting science and fun activities at the museum from 7:30am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. Please note the two camps held after Memorial Day and July 4th are 4-day camps, hosted Tuesday through Friday, that will be held at a lower fee. Five-day camps are $330 per child/per week Four-day camps are $264 per child/per week Our education team will divide camp topics into week-long camps that are multi-age collaborative camper experiences. The full-day camp programs run from 8:30am-3:30pm. Before-care is available from 7:30-8:30am and after-care from 3:30-5:30pm. There is no additional cost for before-and after-care, and they are available regardless of the camper's use. We are thrilled to offer a $5 sibling discount starting on Feb. 18, as well as a museum member discount of 10%. Please contact our Development Associate at mthomas@nuclearmuseum.org for your member discount code. For more information on our "Science is Everywhere" Summer Camps, please email our Director of Education at lguida@nuclearmuseum.org. Please note, if you register after May 13, your child may not receive a summer camp T-shirt.

NDI New Mexico at The Hiland Theater/Summer Programs, 4800 Central Ave. SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-430-0200; Contact: Wendy Barker, Program Producer. Ages 3-18. Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, Pre-Hip-Hop, Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Urban Street Dance, Musical Theater Camp, Teacher and Pre-professional classes & more. Register online at ndi-nm.org for details.

New Mexico Ballet Company School Classes & Workshops, 6207 Pan American Fwy NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-659-8253, Email: continued on page 46 art. history. people.

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Students, ages 6–14, choose from a variety of art-making processes and themes to make it a creative summer.

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Year-round offerings for youth ages 9 anna.nmbc@gmail.com; Website: newmexicoballetcompany.com; Camp Contact: Anna Bridge, NMBC Artistic & School Director. New Mexico Ballet Company School provides affordable dance classes year-round for ages 3 and up. We offer a variety of styles including creative movement, pre-ballet, classical ballet technique, pointe, jazz, lyrical, tap, hip hop and more. Our professional faculty are ready to encourage, challenge and inspire the budding artist in every student. From improving physical fitness to gaining confidence and self-awareness, dancing is a creative and physical outlet with endless benefits for students of all ages. Join an ongoing class (weekday afternoons, evenings and Saturday mornings) or check out one of our upcoming daytime workshops in July 2023. Your first trial class is FREE! Registration fee: $30 per family. Tuition rates start at $50–$65 per month for introductory classes. Register today at newmexicoballetcompany.com/registration-2 or call 505-659-8523 for more information.

New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s Creative Arts Camp, at Public Academy for Performing Arts, 11800 Princess Jeanne Ave. NE and Albuquerque School of Excellence, 13201 Lomas Blvd. NE, Abq, NM. Phone: 505-255-9798, ext. 1; Email: mara@nmjazz.org; Website: nmjazz.org; Camp Contact: Mara Starr-Newman. Ages: kids entering grades 1-6. A popular and engaging arts-based day camp that includes pre-assigned morning classes (by age) that are developed to give each camper a balance of music, art, drama and movement. Afternoon classes are mixed ages and include electives where campers can focus on different areas of interest. The classes range from high-energy to quiet and calm with each highly qualified instructor bringing a unique and skilled approach. A final performance for family and friends is held on the last Friday of camp to show off new skills. Session 1: June 5-16 @ Albuquerque School of Excellence Session. 2: June 19-30 @ Public Academy for Performing Arts. 9am-3pm.

New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s Jazz Camp, at Public Academy for Performing Arts, 11800 Princess Jeanne Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-255-9798; Email: mara@nmjazz.org; Website: nmjazz.org; Camp Contact: Mara Starr-Newman, Education Coordinator. Ages: 12-18. Build your jazz playing & improvisation skills in a supportive, engaging environment! To be eligible, you need a minimum of 1 year experience playing an instrument, and proficiency with scales (or keeping rhythm if you are a percussionist). Previous experience playing jazz is not required. Hone your skills & confidence in soloing and small combo work. This program is taught by professional musicians, the program also includes guest clinicians and speakers. Classes divided by skill level.

New Mexico Young Actors Summer Theater Workshops, Uptown Church, 1613 Arizona St. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-821-8055; Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Website: nmyoungactors.org; Camp Contact: Rachel Ribeiro, Executive Director. Learn the basics of stage acting with emphasis on movement, improv and character development in our Summer Drama I class! Dive into Shakespeare with no fear in our First Annual NMYA Shakespeare Summer Fest! Classes June 5-June 29, Mon-Thurs; 1-3pm and 3-5:30pm. For youth ages 9 to 19. For more info and registration, go to www.nmyoungactors.org.

Nose to Toes Summer Yoga & Art Camps, 1918 Washington St. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-414-0801; Email: nosetotoesyoga@gmail.com; Website: Facebook Nose to Toes Yoga; Contact: Liz Fitzgerald, Studio Owner/Instructor. Summer Yoga and Art Camp runs Monday-Friday from 9am to noon for ages 48 (June 5-9 and June 12-16) and 1pm to 4pm for ages 9-13 (June 19-23 and June 26-30). Cost: $215/week. We teach fun poses, breathing practices and cool arts & crafts. We also offer small group and private classes. Request brochure at 505414-0801 or nosetotoesyoga@gmail.com. Making Yoga Accessible for all!

Painted Iguana Art Classes, 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906 Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Website: paintediguana.com; Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator. Paint parties designed just for kids! Bring out the Van Gogh when children go to the studio. Foster a love of art in your child & fill your home with acrylic creations this summer. Choose from up to THREE sessions/paintings during June & July. Each session lasts two weeks. Students attend ONCE a week during these two weeks. Each class is two hours long. Choose to attend Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday. Afternoon class times for busy summer families - 3-5pm. All supplies are furnished - brushes, acrylic paint, & canvas. Students receive instruction on brush use, color mixing, & sketching. Which all new paintings will you choose? Session I - Ice Cream, You Scream, Session II - Fantastic Fireworks, Session III - Turtle Time. Call for new session dates & painting details, or check website. Cost: $65 (tax included) per session. Always customized & encouraging art instruction for each artist ages 6-16. Come see why art is the adventure children never want to end!

SpringStone Montessori School, 7940 Carmel Avenue NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-587-5192; Email: Hello@springstonekids.com; Website: springstonekids.com; Camp Contact: Dylan Abbott, Enrollment Coordinator. SpringStone Montessori Schools is nationally accredited; Ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Mon-Fri, 6:30am to 6pm; 4 Locations: University, Paradise Hills, NE Heights, Rio Rancho. SpringStone Montessori School is not a typical preschool, daycare or childcare center. SpringStone is an early learning, private school utilizing the Montessori Method as its curriculum. We believe that children will learn best by exploring their natural curiosities at their own pace. The learning is hands-on and interactive. The emphasis is on our children becoming whole, balanced and healthy individuals.

SummerPrep at Sandia Preparatory School, 532 Osuna Road NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505-338-3045; Email: summerprep@sandiaprep.org; Website: summerprep.org; Camp Contact: Melissa Adams, Director of SummerPrep. Better Than Ever! SummerPrep, Sandia Prep's summer program, runs from June 5 - July 14 for students from any school in grades Pre-K through high school. New this year: Three 2-week sessions, plus more than 100 classes! New and expanded offerings include the wildly popular Minecraft trilogy, swimming at Fish Factory, Black Box Theater, fencing, architectural endeavors, stage combat, Kids Cook!, freestyle dance and so much more. SummerPrep offers a truly customized experience –and an opportunity to learn new skills or build on existing talents in a safe and supportive environment. View classes and register at summerprep.org.

Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505307-4170; Contact: Sandra family magazine’s July/August 2023 issue, featuring the Afterschool Activities Directory

Akkad, Founder. Web site: mytutorme.com. Register now for summer classes! Covid-safe Environment. 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. Classes in Spanish, French and Arabic. We offer a free trial. Check us out on Facebook at facebook.com/mytutorme.

YMCA of Central New Mexico Summer Camps, 4901 Indian School Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-595-1515; Email: aramirez@ymcacnm.org; Website: ymcacnm.org; Camp Contact: Ty McNary, School-Age Childcare Director. YMCA Summer Camps are designed to keep your child active and safe throughout the summer. Character development plays a big role in our camps. Respect, responsibility, honesty, caring, and faith are values used on a daily basis with our campers. You can rest assured that your child will be in a safe and nurturing environment that offers a different activity for him/her to participate in every hour of the day. Sign up today for the following YMCA camps: Day Camp, ages 512. With locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, our curriculum is based on weekly themes and includes arts & humanities, health, wellness & fitness, literacy, STEAM, character development, service-learning, and social competence & conflict resolution. Specialty Camps, ages 6-12. Fit & Fun, Archery, Yoga, Art, Top Chef, Outdoor Adventure, Performing Arts, Coding, Kids Gone Crafty. Athletic Performance Camp, ages 10-16. Improve overall strength, conditioning, speed, agility–includes stretching, yoga, and nutrition education. Youth Sports Camps, ages 6-13. These one week camps include Basketball, Volleyball and Soccer.

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