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New Mexico Kids! is published bimonthly by Plevin Kids Inc., 9100 Galaxia Way NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Phone 505-797-2708. Email kids@newmexico-kids.com. Copyright 2022/2023 by Plevin Kids Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Paid advertisements are not an endorsement by New Mexico Kids! About 30,000 copies are distributed in New Mexico at about 400 locations. SUBSCRIPTIONS to New Mexico Kids! are $24 a year for 6 issues prepaid by credit card, check or money order. DEADLINES for the November/December 2022 issue are Sept. 16 for Editorial, Oct. 7 for the Directory of Schools and Academic Support Programs and Oct. 12 for ads, classifieds and calendar. Publisher: Plevin Kids Inc. Editor/Advertising: Nancy Plevin, kids@newmexico-kids.com, 505-797-2708 Distribution/Advertising: Josh Plevin, joshplevin@comcast.net, 505-797-2708, 505-800-3309 Calendar Editor: Francine Hopper, nmkidscal@gmail.com Proofreader: Deborah Begel, begel@windstream.net Cover Design: Pat Carr of Carr Imaging, 505-880-8124 Printed by the Santa Fe New Mexican with soy-based recyclable inks. STORIES & SPECIAL FEATURES Phone Museum pg 8 Museum In ABQ Explores History Of Telephones And Comunication In NM ABQ Open Space pg 12 Programs and Events Benefit All Ages Reflexology For Kids pg 26 Afterschool Activities Directory pg 34 What’s in this issue for you! September/October 2022 Vol. 31 No. 5 REGULAR FEATURES Let’s Read! pg 16 Albuquerque Kids! Calendar pg 18 Santa Fe Kids! Calendar pg 24 Young Scientist pg 28 Guest Column pg 30 Kid’s Crossword pg 31 Let’s Draw pg 33 Cover Story Hi, my name is Htee Waso. I am 8 years old and going into the 3rd grade. I attend Rio Rancho Elementary School. I love drawing, painting and doing Legos. I paint using my imagination, like this painting. In this painting are mountains, birds, stars, sunshine, elements and water. It is about New Mexico. If you would like to submit art to be considered for a New Mexico Kids! cover, please email a copy to kids@newmexico­kids.com or send a snapshot of the work to New Mexico Kids!, 9100 Galaxia Way NE, Alb. NM 87111. Don’t forget to include your phone number! Check out our “ONLINE DIRECTORY of FAMILY RESOURCES” newmexico-kids.com!at September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 7 Amaya, 13

A little-known museum in downtown Albuquerque displays the history of telecommunications in the state and beyond. The Telephone Museum of New Mexico opened its doors to the public on June 29, Before1997.that, there was only a “Museum Room” located in what was once the AT&T building, built in 1906 to house Bell System operators who connected calls between New Mexico and the rest of the United States. The Museum Room had showcased a modest but noteworthy slice of telephone history. With the acquisition of the four-story dedicated museum space came the need to enlarge the collection of telephone memorabilia. Sixty-five museum volunteers reached out to former telephone workers, who swiftly responded. “We put out feelers to old telephone workers and voilá, things started coming out of garages and sheds,” said Susie Turner, museum volunteer, treasurer and publicist.Uponentering the museum on 4th Street just north of Central Avenue, visitors find the greeter’s desk, where volunteers offer a cheery welcome and a polite request for a signature in the museum guest book. The museum does not charge an entry fee, but instead suggests a donation of $4 to support upkeep and operation. Funding also comes from the sale of inscribed brass plaques for a wall of tribute. The museum averages about 3,000 visitors a year. Guests can choose to leisurely walk around and experience the museum’s displays or they may enjoy an educational, in-depth exploration with a volunteer docent – included with their $4 Toursdonation.beginto the right of the greeter’s desk where two 20thcentury phone booths stand as if waiting for a youngster from an earlier time to deposit two coins and tell their mother what time they’ll be home. Across from the phone booth display continued on page 10

New Mexico cowboys used this 5coin slot payphone to call home. Each slot makes a unique sound that corresponds with the coin deposited. Operators would listen for the sound of a silver dollar, half dollar, quarter, dime or nickel, then allow the long-distance call to connect. Photo by Wendy Kaplar. Authentic pole climbers used by telephone linemen. Photo by Wendy Kaplar.

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“I tell them to practice observation skills while standing in line at the store,” Turner said. “Try to look at all the details within their environment, where they are and what the space looks and sounds like around them. Think and try to recall what you observed.”

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propsphonesingensuringasAndnexttionandphoneknowledgepassingaremuseumTelephonevolunteersdedicatedtoontheiroftele-operationscommunica-systemstothegeneration.theyarejustcommittedtothelearn-processisfun.Oldrotaryactasforchildrenlearning to answer an incoming call, connect a call or dial 911 for emergency assistance. Volunteers instruct children how to best assist a 911 operator in an emergency by calmly recalling and describing as many details as possible.

Children are also allowed hands-on exploration of a 1970s video phone, classic pay phone, wall phone and a Magneto United States Army Field Phone. Children’s groups from schools, clubs and community associations can contact the museum for a tour that includes the Learning Resource Room.

An attention-grabbing life-size display is another stop on the journey through yesteryear. An audio recording transports the listener to the home of telephone operator Susan Parks, who used her telephone operating skills to warn the U.S. Calvary of an impending raid by Poncho Villa and his army on March 9, 1916, in Columbus, N.M. On the way to the next installation, halls are lined with old switchboards and antique portable testing kits used by former telephone workers to ensure lines of communication remained open and uninterrupted.

A glass display case of various telephone communications memorabilia, including fiberoptic cable, vintage ammeters, and a portable telephone line test kit. Photo by Wendy Kaplar.

is an extensive installation of late 19th century and early 20th century wall phones. Visitors are encouraged to stretch their imagination and consider what it must have been like to operate one of these early pioneering forms of telephone communication. Signs and photos detail where each wall phone was acquired, who used it and for what intent. The wall phones’ histories are as unique as their design and purpose. Many museum volunteers are former telephone operators and workers or are affiliated with telephone communications. They have firsthand experience and expertise using some of the museum’s assortment of telephones and switchboards. They are living encapsulations of history and contribute to making the museum’s Learning Resource Room a highlight of the facility.

Phone Museum In ABQ Explores History Of Telephones And Communication In NM

The System Room offers a timeline detailing the history of telecommunication innovations using full-scale mannequins and recorded narrations.

A collection of fun phones from the past. Photo by Maia Plevin-Robledo.

Topics include the history of inventor Alexander Graham Bell, the invention of the U.S. Army teletype machine, the advancement of the transistor, the silicon wafer, the installation of the undersea transatlantic telegraph cable, the launch of the first Telstar satellite and the

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September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 9 Santa Fe Santa FeSanta Fe 5050CELEBRATINGYEARSWITHEVENTS 50 events through2022October Details golondrinas.orgat 505-471-2261 golondrinas.org 334 Los Pinos Road, Santa Fe El Rancho de Las Golondrinas is 50 years old in 2022 — celebrate with exciting events all year long. PARTIALLY FUNDED BY THE CITY OF SANTA FE ARTS COMMISSION AND THE 1% LODGERS’ TAX, COUNTY OF SANTA FE LODGERS’ TAX, AND NEW MEXICO ARTS 310 West Zia Road • 505.820.3188 Tuition assistance available OpenAdmissionsHouse October 16th 3 pm 4th & 5th grade families welcome! www.santafegirlsschool.orgRSVP: M ERRY G O R OUND Family fun found here! Games l LEGO Science Kits l Puzzles Wooden Toys Clothing Infant to 14 We offer expert advice and free gi wrapping! 150 Washington Avenue 1/2 block north of the Santa Fe Plaza www.toyopolissantafe.com505.988.5422 Santa Fe

and contribute to our community ofrenda while you enjoy music and dance traditions of Día de los Muertos! Early Childhood Programs Arte Poquito Music, art, and movement for infants ages 0 to 18 months and caregivers Second Thursdays at 10 am Explorar Las Artes Music, art, and movement for toddlers ages 18 months to 4 years and caregivers First Tuesdays at 10 am Explorar Las Artes Early Childhood Bilingual Storytime Third Tuesdays at 10 am All events are free! Register at nhcchnm.org/events GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY NATIONAL HISPANIC CULTURAL CENTER 1701 4th Street SW | Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505)nhccnm.org246-2261 DíadeFamilia:Díade losMuertos Fun, Free, Fall Family Programs at the NHCC! Noche de Familia: Coco NHCC Campus | Friday, October 21 from 5:00 to

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separation of AT&T Corporation into seven Regional Bell Companies.OperatingThemuseum also exhibits mementos from the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles and past

depictHistoricallectibleBalloonAlbuquerqueatorch.sionmemoratedesignedthemedposters,OlympicObjectsBalloonAlbuquerqueFiestas.includeGamesOlympics-telephonestocom-theocca-andevenaTherealsoisdisplayofFiestacol-pins.photostheearlyevolution of the telephone industry by illustrating the work of linemen, operators and telephone workers throughout New Mexico.Thebasement houses a telephone exchange ringing machine. The machine’s motor-generators converted the backup battery supply into the AC supply required to ring a city’s telephones. Switchboards from well-known New Mexico landmarks, including Presbyterian Hospital and the Belen Harvey House, are included. Also exhibited are linemen’s telephone pole climbing stirrups, a wall of office telephone computer machines and a glass case filled with miscellaneous telephone industryrelated items. It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a Superman Booth? A city telephone booth adorned with Daily Planet newspapers is the final exhibit. Clark Kent’s familiar black glasses rest upon the phone booth’s shelf, signaling that the mild-mannered reporter has recently transformed into the Man of Steel. Young superhero enthusiasts are sure to be thrilled with this display. What a return on a $4 investment.

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Telephone Museum of New Mexico 110 4th St. NW, Albuquerque Open505-842-293710a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and by Aappointment.donationof $4 for adults and $3 for kids 12 and under is suggested. The museum also has a gift shop. Virtual Tour: unlimiteddronesolutions.com/telephonemuseumnm

Employed by U.S. soldiers in France during World War II, this Magneto Army Field Phone is one of the many hands-on exhibits used to educate children about the history of telephone communications. Photo Credit by Wendy Kaplar. Vintage telephone switchboards. Photo by Wendy Kaplar.

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• In-hospital schooling, so children can keep up with schoolwork during their hospital stay

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Albuquerque’s Open Space events and educational programs are a great way to get the family outside to experience nature. Open Space neighborhood nature festivals, neighborhood community concerts and monthly family nature club hikes are free. Other programs charge small fees.“We have early childhood programs for children ages 3 to 5 to come with a grown up, and then something for all ages, all the way up to our adult programs,” said Jessica Sapunar-Jursich, Open Space Coordinator/Education Supervisor. “Most of these are free. Those that do charge are a very low cost like $5 or $10 for the program.”

ABQ Open Space Programs and Events Benefit All Ages

• Care in our NICU for premature and seriously ill newborns and infants

There are many ways life for children in this generation’s differs from that of the last generation, especially in the amount of time spent indoors interacting with electronic devices. Playing outside gives young children the opportunity to develop strong motor skills, coordination, balance and agility. They learn to move in ways that challenge their muscles, bones and physical endurance.

• Pediatric intensive care (PICU) to care for sick children who need a higher level of medical care

• Specialized inpatient care for pediatric cancer and heart conditions

Neighborhood Nature Festival, Sept. 24, 9 a.m. to noon. The free park pop-up celebrates nature in your neighborhood at Alamosa Park (behind Ted M. Gallegos Community Center), 1100 Bataan Dr. SW. Listen continued on page 14 phs.org/childrens | (844) 505-PRES Give better health a better chance. Our pediatric care starts with you. We’re dedicated to making care for illnesses and injuries less stressful – for kids and their parents. Along with a wide variety of outpatient pediatric primary and specialty care services, we also offer:

“Recycleman” (Kevin Kinane), who teaches percussion entirely on used household items, leads a drumming circle at a free neighborhood nature festival. Photos courtesy City of Albuquerque. Here are some upcoming Albuquerque Open Space Events: Jimmy Climbs Community Concert, Sept.17, 6:15 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic dinner to enjoy this outdoor family friendly event highlighting music with Jimmy Climbs and Opening Act by Conservation Carnivale. Neighborhood Open Space at the Tijeras BioZone Open Space, 15600 Central Ave. SE. This free event features paletas, face painting, the bosque traveling exhibit truck, a rock-climbing wall and hands-on nature activities.

By GWYNNE ANN UNRUH A day outside in New Mexico’s fresh air, sunshine and trees can be magical for the body and mind. Nature’s strong healing powers can improve the physical and mental health of all ages.

• Child Life specialists to help explain medical procedures and medicines to kids and their families in an age-appropriate way

• General inpatient care for children with injuries, illnesses, or after surgery

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OPEN SPACE continued from page 12 THE TOY TRAIN OPERATING SOCIETY (TTOS) NEW MEXICO DIVISION invites you to a TOY TRAIN SWAP MEET BUY*SELL*SWAP For more information or to reserve a vendor table, call Tom

School Break Explorer Camp, Ages 6 to10, Oct. 6-8, 9 a.m. to noon, Fall Bosque Habitats; Dec. 28-30, 9 a.m. to noon: Winter Bosque Habitats. This elementary-age youth program at the Open Space Visitor Center includes hiking and outdoor exploration, hands-on science, literacy and art activities. Each session has a different theme. Children should be prepared to explore the outdoors. The program is taught by two Open Space educators. The cost is $30 per child per camp. Registration is required at play.cabq.gov. Beginning Birding Kits at the Public Library, All Ages. Each library has bilingual (Spanish and English) kits available to borrow as part of the library’s regular collection. The kit contains a pair of binoculars, a “How to Use Binoculars” instruction sheet, a Birding Hotspot Guide for Albuquerque/Bernalillo County, an Open Space Properties map and a resource card to support beginning birding. More information:“Openabqlibrary.org/birdingkits.spaceispubliclandand public land belongs to all of us in the community,” said Sapunar-Jursich. “I encourage everyone to come out to Open Space. We continually offer all sorts of public events and programs for all ages.” More information: cabq.gov/openspace. After scooping up small aquatic animals at a Saturday Explorer Camp at the Open Space Visitor Center wetland, students then learn to identity them and how their presence is an indicator of water quality. at (505) 321-1188. September 24, 2022 Doors open to 9AM to 2PM Park Church of Christ 5101 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM $3.00 / person $5.00 / family to

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Family Nature Club Hikes for All Ages, Saturdays: Sept. 17, Oct. 1, Nov. 25 and Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to noon. Join an Open Space educator on a family friendly hike. Engage in hands-on learning as a family, listen to natural history fun facts and storytelling and observe wildlife. Come prepared to explore the outdoors. Trail will accommodate largewheel strollers. Hikes are free but registration is required play.cabq.gov.at Discovery Days, Ages 3 to 5 with Adult, Saturdays: Sept. 3, 10-11 a.m., Prehistoric Rio Grande; Oct. 1, 2-3:30 p.m., Changing Colors; Nov. 12, 10-11 a.m., Magnificent Migration; Dec.10, 10-11:00 a.m., All About Adaptations. Join your little one at the Open Space Visitor Center to make discoveries about the natural world with hands-on science, story time and an art project. You’ll leave with a packet of ideas and activities to continue discovering at home. The cost is $5 per family with registration required at play.cabq.gov. Saturday Explorer Camp, Ages 6 to10, Sept. 10, Prehistoric Rio Grande; Oct. 22, Changing Colors; Nov. 5, Magnificent Migration; Dec. 17, All About Adaptations. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to -noon. This elementary-age youth program at the Open Space Visitor Center includes hiking and outdoor exploration, hands-on science, literacy and art activities. Topics vary each session and camp is taught by two outdoor educators. Sign up for one or as many sessions as you like. The cost is $10 per child per session. Registration is required at play.cabq.gov.

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14 New Mexico Kids! September/October 2022 to live music by Dos Gatos, interactive music with Kevin Kinane/Recycle-man and bilingual storytelling with Michelle Adam. Enjoy paletas, bilingual nature storytelling, nature-themed carnival performers, the bosque ecosystem exhibit truck, hands-on nature activities and games, an urban wild birds show & tell, Esperanza free bike repair and on-site language (SpanishinterpretersandEnglish).

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16 New Mexico Kids! September/October 2022 Super Cities: Albuquerque

This is a book that tells you all about the great city of Albuquerque. It talks about Albuquerque’s history, people, food, culture, landmarks,climateandspecialevents.Ilovethatthisbookgivesyoualotoffunandinterest-ingfacts.Iwassur-prisedthatAlbuquerquewasnamed after a city in Spain called Alburquerque, but they dropped the first “r” later. I learned a lot from the book and it really grabbed my attention. The most interesting part is why Albuquerque is such a hot spot for cool balloons -- it’s due to the winds that create the ‘Albuquerque Box.’ The book is easy to read and I’m impressed by the details and wonderful pictures. I would definitely rate this book 5 stars because it is an awesome book! I would recommend it to all people who live in Albuquerque and to anyone who wants to visit and learn more about the city. Eren Z., 10 Rebel Girls Climate Warriors: 25 Tales of Women Who Protect the Earth

Author: Michael Burgan

Author: Rosemary Mosco

Publisher: Arcadia Children’s Books Ages: 7-14

Author: Rebel Girls Publisher: Rebel Girls Ages: 7-12 This is a book about 25 rebel girls who helped change the world by helping to stop climate change. In this book there are activists, inventors, film makers, journalists, authors and architects. You might read about women you have heard of and some you have never heard of too. This book is fun and cool. These are ers,teach-andParentsworld.inbetterforchangesmadehavewhowomenofstoriestruetheourthis

These book reviews were written by Christine Laffler’s 4th grade students at Manzano Day school.

Albuquerque

Publisher: Gibbs Smith Ages: Baby-3 years

is a fun way to teach your kids or students about amazing climate warriors! Kids, this book will hopefully make you want to try and help stop climate change. Make sure to check it out.

Publisher: National Geographic Kids Ages: 7-10 This book is about shark stuff. You get many facts and fun activities in the nonfiction text. This book amazes you and gives you some weird facts about sharks. DidgivesIthand?humanadultanbigareteethlodon’smega-thatknowyouasasalso you some practical facts. Did you know that a great white shark’s scientific name is Carcharodon? I like sharks a lot and I think it is a good book for people who like sharks too. Rohit T., 10 Sway Like an Octopus

Authors: Andrea Silen & Kelly Hargrave

Harlow P., 9 Critter Chat

Publisher: National Geographic Kids Ages: 8-12 This book is very funny - and punny! It is full of facts about different animals, but it is full of silliness too. Here’s one of the puns: “I ain’t lion.” This book is written as if animals could use social media. Animals write fictional Instagram style posts and pretend Yelp reviews too. This book has pictures that are vibrant and colorful. It is full of amazing facts that the author, a science writer, chose to teach about each animal. If you like funny nonfiction books, then this is the book for you. Oakley S., 10 Can’t Get Enough Shark Stuff

Author and Illustrator: Nicole LaRue

Let’s Read Let’s Read Let’s Read

This is an amazing book for younger kids. It has many fun pages about animals such as horses, birds and an octopus, too! The author describes how each animal moves and has readers moving, too, with words like, “Gallup like a horse, dashing across a field. Feel the wind in your mane,” or “Bounce around like a lively kangaroo. How high can you hop?” I would suggest reading this book before you get into bed so you can gallop and hop, too! I recommend reading this book. Tatum S., 10

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18 New Mexico Kids! September/October 2022 Our calendar is as accurate as possible but times, places & dates of events can change so be sure to call ahead. Events are age-appropriate to the best of our knowledge but please check to confirm any activity you attend is appropriate for your child. To have your events listed free in our next calendar, fill out our calendar form under Advertise with Us at newmexico-kids.com. The deadline is Oct. 12 for listings in Nov/Dec. Listings are not guaranteed. Phone numbers have a 505 area code unless otherwise noted.

September Arts & Crafts 3, 10, 17, 24, Family Art Workshops, 1-2:30pm. All ages can enjoy projects with a variety of art mediums, all materials supplied; child and grown-up friendly. Included with admission, ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, cabq.gov. Classes & Workshops 17, Pivot Skateboard Deck Art 2022 Native Youth Workshop, 10am-3pm. The two Native co-curators with a few of the artists in the exhibit will demonstrate and talk about painting skateboards. Decks provided by Maize Entities. Focus is Native American middle school ages; space limited, applications required by Sept 12. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th NW, 724-3564, PMirabal@indianpueblo.org.deck-art-2022-native-youth-workshop,anpueblo.org/event/pivot-skateboard-indiCultural Centers & Museums 4, Visual Arts Museum: Free First Sunday NM Residents, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 10am-4pm. 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 4, 11, 18, 25, Free Sunday Mornings at ABQ Museum, 9am-1pm. 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, cabq.gov. 6, Explorar Las Artes, 10am. Music, art and movement for 18 months to 4 years and caregivers. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 7, Free First Wednesday ABQ Museum, 9am-5pm. Free, 2000 Mountain NW, ABQ, 243-7255, holdmyticket.com. 7, 14, 21 28, Toddler Time, 9-10am. Explora opens an hour early for caregivers and toddlers to enjoy early childhood exhibit areas, storytime and a music jam. Included with admission/free for members & under age 1, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us. 8, Arte Poquito, 10am. Music, art and movement for infants up to 18 months and caregivers. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 17, Museum Day. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. To download a ticket go to mag.com/museumday/museum-day-2022.smithsonian-

Dance 9, 2022-2023 Season Auditions for Dancers ages 7 through Professional Level. Festival Ballet ABQ auditions for the season including “Nutcracker in the Land of Enchantment,” “Dracula,” “A Love Story” and “Sacred Journeys IV” with Robert Mirabal and Jock Soto. Call for exact times or check Facebook. $10, 3805 Academy Parkway S, NE, 296-9465, festivalballetabq.org. 10, “Nutcracker” Auditions, 10am. Auditions for the Ballet Repertory Theatre’s production as well as company dancers for the 2022/2023 season. Free, 6913 Natalie NE, 888-1054, brtnm.com. Pueblo/Traditional Dance Groups. Celebrate the seasonal cycles through prayer, song & dance and connect with ancestors, community and traditions. Various dates and times, see website for schedule. Included with admission, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Courtyard, 2401 12th NW, indianpueblo.org/events.843-7270, Exhibits Ongoing, “Mars: Science Culture.” Unforgettable images taken by exploration spacecraft. Included with admission, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org. Ongoing, “Pivot” Skateboard Deck Art features unique art that speaks to the quick transitions many Native people make between their traditional and dayto-day lives using skateboard decks and acrylics. Free under age 5/$8 ages 5-17, student, senior/$10 military, NM Resident/$12 adult, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th NW. 843-7270, indianpueblo.org. 1-24, “Fiestas in our Mountain Villages: Place-Based History by Children.” A community history project by students of 1955 East Mountain schools is accompanied by art from present day South Valley students. Free Gutiérrez Hubbell House, 6029 Isleta SW, gutierrezhubbellhouse.org. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, Sculpture Garden Tour of ABQ Museum, 11amnoon. Take a stroll through the outdoor gardens led by a knowledgeable docent. $3-$6, ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain um/events/sculpture-garden-tours.cabq.gov/artsculture/albuquerque-muse-NW, 24, “Canopy of Color” Exhibit Opening, 9am-5pm. Listen to pilots, crew, vendors and spectators and watch as the “Canopy of Color” lights up like hot air balloons during an “All Burn.” Included with admission, Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-6020, cabq.gov. Fairs & Festivals 3-5, Harvest & Fiber Festival, 10am. Demos of yarn spinning, knitting and lace making; livestock showcase, jewelry and art for sale, workshops, an Old West atmosphere, fresh produce, native wildlife zoo plus food vendors and live

music on Sept 4, 4:30 and 7pm. Free ages 4 & under/$5 children & students/$7 seniors/free dry camping & parking, Wildlife West Nature Park, 87 N. Frontage, Edgewood, 281-7655, wildlifewest.org. 8-18, NM State Fair, 10am-9pm, SunThu; 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat; Midway opens 2pm, Mon-Fri; 10am, Sat-Sun; Kiddie Land opens noon, Mon-Fri; 10am, Sat-Sun. PRCA rodeo, country stars, Indian and Spanish villages. Explore art, agriculture, animals, entertainment, food, carnival rides, exhibits and shopping. $10/$7/free under age 6/$10-$35/$29 online megapass, Expo NM, 300 San Pedro NE, 265-3976, statefair.exponm.com. 17, Festival del Cultura Hispana, 11am-1pm. Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with crafts, music and games. For families with children ages 318. Free, Main Library, 501 Copper NW, 768-5141, abqlibrary.org. 17, Hero in All of Us, 2022, 2-8pm. Take a stand against bullying with heroes, princesses, raffles, costume contests, vendors, food and drinks; all ages, photos welcome. $20, La Luna Eatery and Events, 7600 Jefferson NE, 737-1903, facebook.com/events/1711274162565589. 23-24, ¡Globalquerque!, 4pm. NM’s 18th Annual Celebration of World Music and Culture with a Village of Craft, Culture and Cuisine, workshops, demos, family activities and performances. Various prices, NHCC Campus, 1701 4th SW, nhccnm.org/events, globalquerque.org. 24, ¡Globalquerque!: Free Daytime Family Global Fiesta, 10am-4pm. A fun-filled international journey packed with educational workshops, interactivities, film, panels, food demos, performances with offerings for all ages. Free, NHCC Campus, 1701 4th SW, nhccnm.org/event, globalquerque.org. 24, 4th Annual NM Prickly Pear Festival, 10am-4pm. Food, drinks and art celebrating this desert fruit. A market, demos, music, art and games. $6 child & student/$10 adult, Gutiérrez-Hubbell House Alliance, 6029 Isleta SW, nmpricklypearfest.com. 24, Neighborhood Nature Festival, 9am-noon. Live music by Dos Gatos (10:30am), bilingual nature storytelling and puppet show, hands-on science activities and games, nature-themed carnival performers and bosque ecosystem traveling exhibit truck; all ages. Free, Alamosa Park, 1100 Bataan SW, ampconcerts.org. 24, NM Steam Locomotive & Railroad Historical Society’s Annual Open House, 9am-4pm. Tour the locomotive and model train layouts. Complimentary hot dogs and drinks, historical vehicles on display and live music. Free, 1833 8th NW, 246-2926, 2926.us. 24-25, Corrales Harvest Festival, 10am-4pm. Takes place throughout the village with a Kids’ Korner, hay rides, mercantile, arts & crafts show, bounce houses, vote for pet mayor, rock climbing and face painting. Casa San Ysidro will host music and heritage craft demos from traditional artists. Corrales Village, corralesharvestfestival.com. 25, East Mountain Celebration, noon-5pm. The theme is “County Fair” with live music, zip line, kids’ activities, car show, agriculture exhibits. Free, Los Vecinos Comm Ctr, 478 NM-333, facebook.com/events/1111068649617270.Tijeras, 25, Japanese Fall Festival, Aki Matsuri 2022: Tsuru, The way of the Crane, 10am-5pm. Live music, dance art, Japanese food, vendors, performances, Japanese Art Exhibit; all ages. Free under age 12/$5, NM Veterans Park, 1100 Louisiana SE, 565-2185, nmjacl.org. 25, Pagan Pride Day, 10am-6pm. Workshops, kids korner, merchants, performers, rituals, healers, intel on paganism, raffle, food. Admission: non-perishable food to benefit the First Unitarian Food Pantry. Free, Bataan Park, 748 Tulane facebook.com/events/3853916934732070.NE, Library Events Area Libraries offer activities like Lego Club, Book Groups, Read to the Dogs, Storytimes, Crafts, Movies and Knitting Clubs. Check websites for calendars and details: abqlibrary.org, riorancholibraries.org, placitaslibrary.com Harry Potter Escape Room. Find a long lost spell to set The Grey Lady free of Hogwarts Castle - but you’ve been given detention. Find the way out in one hour. Ages 10+, registration required, limited to 8. Free, various dates, time and libraries, abqlibraries.org. Microworld Scavenger Hunt. Roam libraries looking at everyday objects from a different perspective; registration not required, recommended ages 5-10. Free, various dates, times and libraries, abqlibrary.org. 2-3, “Twice Read Tales” Bookstore Fall Sale, 9am-1pm. Books, DVDs, CDs and more from $1-$5. Free, Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org. 27, Puzzle Swap, 4-6:30pm. Leave a puzzle, take a puzzle. Free, Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache NE, 291-6264, abqlibrary.org. Music 3, Family Music Festival, 4:30pm. Raptor Show and zoo visits between bands, second band at 7:30pm; food. Tickets include entrance into the wildlife zoo. Free 17 & under/$20 adult, Wildlife West Nature Park, 87 N. Frontage, Edgewood, 281-7655, wildlifewest.org. 3, Music Under the Stars, 7pm. NM Philharmonic performs; bring blanket and picnic dinner, food trucks. Free, Campus Park & Sky Room, 2516 King NE, Rio Rancho ,891-5015, rrnm.gov.

6, Explorar Las Artes: Canta Conmigo, 10am. Children 10 months to four years can explore the arts through singing bilingual Spanish/English songs using rhythm instruments and a floor piano pad keyboard; register online. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org/events. 7, Sound is All Around, 10:30-11:30am. Preschoolers will explore sound using a variety of musical instruments and other objects possessing unique tonal qualities. Free, South Broadway Library, 1025

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Especially for Parents 13, Grieving Children, Grieving Families Webinar, noon. Simple strategies to help parents connect with their families during the difficult and time when someone in the family dies. Free, register grieving-families-workshop.griefnm.org/events/grieving-children-online, 16, Explora Adult Night: “Feel the Beat,” 6-9pm. An adult-only evening featuring theme-related activities from performances and guest lectures to installations to hands-on experiments, 18+. Free for members/$10, Explora, 1801 Mountain NW, 600-6072, explora.us. 24-25, Mommy’s Market ABQ In-Person Fall Event. Thousands of gently used maternity, baby and kids items. Local families are selling their maternity to kids size 14/16 clothing, furniture, books, toys and equipment; many items 50% off. 3800 Eubank NE, danielle@MommysMarkets.com, mommysmarkets.com. For Teachers 3, 3D Mania: Printers and Pens!, 10am-noon. Explore unconventional possibilities of filaments using simple tools and software and how to incorporate them into everyday activities, call for details Free, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us. 15, Supporting Grieving Students, 8:30am & 4pm. Join Grief Center staff to learn how to support students grieving a death in the school setting and about free resources available to assist in responding to death compassionately. Register online, porting-grieving-students.griefnm.org/events/supAlso of Interest

Open Houses 3, Dance Theatre Southwest Meet and Greet, 12:30-1:30pm. Faculty will be on hand to teach various styles to various ages: anyone can participate, ask questions, register and have fun; drop in. Free, 3805 Academy Parkway S, NE, 2969465, dtsw.com.

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20, Early Childhood Bilingual Storytime: “Don Gato,” 10am. The poem and traditional Spanish song “Don Gato” comes to life as children and caregivers explore the story by acting out the characters, singing the song, making a cat puppet & meeting the Don Gato puppet itself; ages 3-5. Free, NHCC Library, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org/events. Just for Teens 10, Dictionary Dahlias, 2-4pm. Make an autumn flower out of old dictionary pages. Materials provided; ages 13+, registration required. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. 10, Teen Volunteer Orientation, 10am-noon. Meet new people, learn about the natural environment and make a difference volunteering at the BioPark on weekends during the school year. For ages 14+. Free, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden Education Building, 2601 Central NW, 848-7172, cabq.gov. 10, ‘80s Trivia, 2-3pm. Sink into nostalgia and get quizzed on the 1980s. Play alone or with friends, winners leave with prizes. Ages 16+, up to five members per team, registration required. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org.

20 New Mexico Kids! September/October 2022 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abqlibrary.org. 17, Neighborhood Open Space Community Concert, 6pm. Opening act by Conservation Carnivale, musical performance by Jimmy Climbs at 6:15pm. Bring blanket or chair, picnic dinner and enjoy paletas, face painting, science circus truck and a hands-on activity. Free, Tijeras Biozone Open Space, 15600 Central SE, 768-4959, cabq.gov/naturefest. 22, Benefit Concert for the Grief Center, with Nathaniel Krantz and band, 6-8:30pm. Dance to country music, food and drink. $25, Revel, 4720 Alexander NE, 323-0478, griefnm.org/events/concert.

Science & Nature 3, Discovery Days, “Prehistoric Rio Grande,” 10-11am. Ages 3-5 and their adults make discoveries about the natural world with hands-on science, storytime and art projects, reg. required. $5/family, Open Space, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov/openspace.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30, La Familia Growers Market, 4:30-7:30pm. Farmers, arts and crafts, poetry and food trucks, Mexican bands. Free, Dolores Huerta Gateway Park, 100 Isleta SW, bernco.gov. 3, 10, 17, 24, South Valley Growers’ Market, 8am-noon. 3907 Isleta SW, 8774044, ersMarket.facebook.com/SouthValleyGrow10, 24, Chess in the Park, 8:3011:30am. Enjoy fun casual chess and live music; no RSVP required. Free, Downtown Growers Market, 810 Copper NW, learnerschess.org. 18, U.S. Naval Service Day at the Aquarium, 10am-2pm. Explore the world of the Navy with a display of equipment and opportunity to chat with divers. Included with admission, ABQ BioPark Aquarium, 2601 Central NW, 8487180, cabq.gov. 24, Toy Train Swap Meet, 9am-2pm. Buy, sell, swap; raffle drawing every 30 minutes from 10am-1pm, see a Modular “O” Gauge Train Layout. Free TTOS members/$5 family/$3 person, Netherwood Park Church of Christ, 5101 Indian School NE, ttosnmd.org. 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. October Arts &Crafts 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Family Art Workshops, 1-2:30pm. All ages enjoy projects with variety of art mediums, all materials supplied; child and grown-up friendly. Included with admission, ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, cabq.gov. 5, Wands for All Occasions: Intro to Wand Making, 4-5pm. Get measured for a wand and then craft it to fit your style. Space and supplies limited; ages 6+ registration required. Free, Tony Hillerman Library, 8205 Apache NE, 291-6264, abqlibrary.org. 25, Franken-Toys, 3:30-5:30pm. Embrace the inner mad-scientist and create a toy creature. Supplies and toys provided, bring a special toy to resurrect. Ages 3-18, first come, first served. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8801 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. 28, Spooky Craft!, 3-5pm. Create house decor for Fall, ages 10+. younger ones may need adult help. Free, South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abqlibrary.org. 29, Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Masks, 11am-noon. Materials provided, ages 6+ and family, registration required. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. 29, Spooky Macramé Ghosts, 2-3pm. Join for a hair-raising Halloween art project creating a wicked wall hanging. Free, Lomas Tramway Library, 908 Eastridge NE, 291-6295, abqlibrary.org.

3, International Vulture Awareness Day, 10am-2pm. Learn about vultures, nature’s clean up crew. Visit discovery stations and learn how to help with vulture conservation. Included with admission, ABQ BioPark Aquarium, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov. 3 & 4, 10 & 11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25, Saturday & Sunday Guided Bird Walks, 8:30-10am. Join volunteer naturalist and fellow birders for a guided walk; limited to 12, please register. $3 parking/day use fee, Rio Grande Nature Center State Park, 2901 Candelaria NW, rgnc.org. 10, Saturday Explorer Camp, “Prehistoric Rio Grande,” 9am-noon. Elementary-age program with hiking and exploration, hands-on science, literacy and art activity; reg. required. $10/child/ session, Open Space, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov/openspace. 17, Family Nature Club Hike for All Ages, 10am-noon. Join an Open Space Educator for learning, history, storytelling and wildlife seeking. Be prepared to explore outdoors, trail will fit largerwheeled strollers; registration required. Free, Open Space, 6500 Coors NW, 7684950, cabq.gov/openspace. 22, “The Force is With You” Workshop, 11am-12:30pm. This workshop invites children and families to have fun exploring the “magic” of magnetic forces using common household objects. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. State Parks Free Entrance Days: details can be found at ourvisit/fee-free-parks-state.htm.nps.gov/plany-

Sports 9, 10, Girls Try Hockey for Free, 6:45pm. NM Mustangs Girls Hockey Assn. program for girls ages 6-14 includes skating instruction and hockey skills by USA Hockey certified coaches. New players can skate alongside Mustang players; equipment provided. Free, Outpost Ice Arenas, 9530 Tramway NE. nmmustangsgirlshockey.org/tryhockey.856-7595, Stage 2-4, 8-11, “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare,” various times. All 37 plays in 97 minutes. 3 madcap men in tights weave their way through all of Shakespeare's comedies, histories and tragedies in one ride that will leave viewers in laughter. $17, ages 12 and under/$21/$23/$25, ABQ Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale albuquerquelittletheatre.org.SW,242-4750, 3, NM Shakespeare Festival, 7:30pm. “King Lear” and “As You Like It” on stage outdoors, bring lawn chairs, cushions, blankets, picnics, dogs on leashes, no alcohol, there is plenty of room for wheelchairs. Free, NM Veterans Memorial Park, 1100 Louisiana SE, newmexicoshakespearefest.org.#5009, Storytelling 3, Animal Tales with the BioPark, 34pm. Enjoy the reading of an animal related book. The BioPark will bring animals and biofacts that represent the animals in the story for kids to meet. Free, San Pedro Library, 5600 Trumbull SE, 256-2067, abqlibrary.org. 10, “The Garden Wall,” 1-3pm. Donna Salamoff reads this book written by her friend Phyllis Limbacher Tildes; a story about friendship between a hearing child and a deaf child. After the story, children can learn signing. Free, Placitas Community Library, 453 Highway 165, 867-3355 placitaslibrary.com. 13, Animal Tales with the BioPark, 10:30-11:30am. Enjoy the reading of an animal related book. The BioPark will bring animals and biofacts that represent the animals in the story for kids to meet. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. 13, Kids Yoga Storytime, 10:30-11am. Put on stretchy pants and read yoga stories. Review some beginning yoga poses together. Ages 5+. Free, International District Library, 7601 Central NE, 768-4970, abqlibrary.org. 17, Storytelling Under the Cottonwood, 10:30am-noon. Hear wisdom tales told by storyteller Dianne Rossbach. $3 parking/day use, Rio Grande Nature Center State Park, 2901 Candelaria NW, rgnc.org.

September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 21 Albuquerque Clever, Curious and Kind! Sure, Sunset Mesa students have super test scores but they also get an A+ for kindness and character. Sunset Mesa School Excellence in Preschool & K-5 Education sunset-mesa.com505-298-7626 NE MorrisHeights&Candelaria Come visit us and get a personal tour! A few spots available in all grades Preschool & Grades K-5

Exhibits 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 9, 22, 26, 29, Sculpture Garden Tour of ABQ Museum, 11amnoon. Led by a knowledgeable docent. $3-$6, 2000 Mountain NW, cabq.gov/artsmuseum/events/sculpture-garden-tours.culture/albuquerqueFairs & Festivals 1-2, Harvest Festival. Live music and artisans in the garden. Included with admission, ABQ Biopark Zoo, 903 10th SW, 764-6214, cabq.gov. 1-9, ABQ International Balloon Fiesta. World-renowned attraction and destination for kids of all ages. Multiple events, see website. Balloon Fiesta Park, 5000 Balloon Fiesta Park, 821-1000, balloonfiesta.com. 9, The ABQ Folk Festival, 10am-10pm. More than 100 events with five performance stages, seven workshop venues (including music and dance), three jam venues, musical-instruments, petting zoo, kids’ tent, storytelling tent and vendors. Free 11 and younger/$25 with discounts, NHCC, 1701 4th NW, nhccnmorg.events. 21, Noche de Familia: “Coco,” 5-9pm. Trick-or-treating, art making, music and a free screening of “Coco.” Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center Campus, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org/events. 26, CiQlovía, 10am-3pm. CiQlovía is the ABQ version of the global phenomenon known as ciclovía, or open streets, where city streets are closed to cars and opened up to people on foot and on bike; outdoor exercise classes, shopping, live music and other activities. Free, International District, abqciqlovia.org. 28, Fall Festival at Manzano Multigenerational Center, 5:30-8pm. Come dressed in a favorite costume, free games and prizes, fall craft activities and snack; all ages. Free, Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center, 501 Elizabeth SE, 275-8731, cabq.gov. 29, Ghouls on Parade, 4-7pm. A family friendly trick-or-treating event with local vendors, performers and parade. Free, Morningside Park in Nob Hill, 3901 Lead SE; parade: Silver between Aliso and Washington, 450-4706, NMEntertains.com. Library Events 11, Percy Jackson Trivia Night: Camp Juniper Edition, 6-7:30pm. Show off knowledge of all things Olympian and Roman, play alone or with a team; prizes; ages 9+, up to 5 members per team, registration required. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow, NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org. 22, Halloween Bingo for Kids, 2-3pm. Play Halloween-themed Bingo and try to win spooktacular prizes; ages 6+. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. 29, Escape Room, 10am-4pm. A spooky escape room adventure; sessions begin at the top of the hour, 6 people per session; sign up in person or by phone. Free, Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library, 7704-B 2nd NW, 897-8823, abqlibrary.org. Music 29, Guitar NM: Genevieve Leitner, 23pm. Music from around the world and across time periods. Free, Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library, 7704B 2nd NW, 8978823, abqlibrary.org.

15, Book Page Pumpkins, 2-4pm. Make pumpkins out of old paperback books to make a festival centerpiece. All materials provided, ages 13+, registration required. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. 19, 26 Teen NaNoWriMo, 3-5pm. Teen writers, join for word sprints, brainstorming and write-ins; ages 13-18. Free, International District Library, 7601 Central NE, 76804970, abqlibrary.org. 29, Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Dolls, 2-3:30pm. Celebrate the Day of the Dead with a sugar skull doll that is easy and fun to make. All materials provided; ages 13-adult, registration required. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org.

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Science & Nature 1, Discovery Days, “Changing Colors,” 2-3:30pm. Ages 3-5 and their adults can make discoveries about the natural world with hands-on science, storytime and art projects, registration required. $5 per family, Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov. 1, Family Nature Club Hike for All Ages, 10am-noon. Join an Open Space educator for learning, history, storytelling and wildlife seeking. Be prepared to explore outdoors, trail will fit largerwheeled strollers; registration required. Free, Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov. 1 & 2, 8 & 9, 15 & 16, 22 & 23, 28 & 29, Guided Bird Walks, 8:30-10am. Join a volunteer naturalist and fellow birders for a guided walk; limited to 12, please register. $3 parking/day use fee, Rio Grande Nature Center State Park, 2901 Candelaria NW, rgnc.org. 6, S.T.E.A.M Night at the Balloon Museum, 5:30-7:30pm. Explore the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math of ballooning. Live music, food trucks, all ages. Included with admission, Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum, NE, 768-6020, cabq.gov. 22, Saturday Explorer Camp, “Changing Colors,” 9am-noon. Elementary-age program with hiking and exploration, hands-on science, literacy and art activity; registration required. $10/child/session, Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov. Sports 30, Safari Run, 8:30am. Free kids running clinic, 1K Kids Run, 8K race and 5K Fun Run/Walk to support global health partnerships’ work in rural Kenya. $10/$35, UNM North Golf Course, 2201 Tucker NE, safarirun.org. Storytelling 8, Animal Tales with the BioPark, 11am-noon & 2-3pm. Enjoy a reading of an animal related book. The BioPark will bring animals and biofacts that represent the animals in the story. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo, NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. 12, Animal Tales with the BioPark, 3-4pm. Enjoy a reading of an animal related book. The BioPark will bring animals and biofacts that represent the animals in the story. Free, Main Library, 501 Copper NW, 768-5141, abqlibrary.org. 15, Storytelling Under the Cottonwood, 10:30am-noon. Hear wisdom tales told by storyteller Dianne Rossbach. $3 parking/day use, Rio Grande Nature Center State Park, 2901 Candelaria NW, rgnc.org. 18, Explorar Las Artes, 10am. Early childhood bilingual storytime. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 27, Spooky Storytime, 11:15am-12:15pm. Join for a spooky storytime, craft and trick-or-treating around the library. Costumes not required but greatly appreciated. Free, Los Griegos Library, 1000 Griegos NW, 761-4020, abqlibrary.org.

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Especially for Parents 22, Community Baby Shower, 1-3pm. For new and expecting moms and dads and their families; a community info fair featuring representatives from health, social service and cultural agencies that have a focus on the health and wellbeing of young families. Free, International District Library, 7601 Central, NE, 768-4970, abqlibrary.org. Also of Interest 1, 8, 15, South Valley Growers’ Market, 8am-noon. 3907 Isleta SW, facebook.com/SouthValleyGrowersMarket.877-4044, 7, 14, 21 , 28, La Familia Growers Market, 4:30-7:30pm. Farmers, arts and crafts, poetry and food trucks plus Mexican bands. Free, Dolores Huerta Gateway Park, 100 Isleta SW, bernco.gov. 15, Chess in the Park, 8:30-11:30am. Enjoy some casual chess and live music; no RSVP required. Free, Downtown Growers Market, 810 Copper NW, learnerschess.org. 22, Make A Difference Day, 8:30amnoon. National day of community service for all ages, prize for the weirdest piece of trash. Projects include trash cleanup, trail maintenance, graffiti removal and shrub and cactus planting; register online. Piedra Lisa Open Space in the Sandia Foothills, south of the east end of Candelaria, 768-4960, play.cabq.gov. 23, Day of the Tread, 8am-5pm. Family-oriented Halloween/Day of the Dead bike ride/walk benefits Carrie Tingley Hospital and NM Family and Children charities, costumes, motivating music and food. $25-$100, 20th St (Sawmill Market), dayofthetread.com. 29, El Dia de Los Muertos, 11am-3pm. This tradition is celebrated by the creation of Ofrendas (altars) decorated with items that reflect loved ones passions & memories. Free, Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, cabq.gov.

Open Houses 16, Open House Sandia Prep, 2pm. Sandia Preparatory School is an independent college preparatory school serving students in 6th through 12th grade. Free, 532 Osuna NE, 338-3000, sandiaprep.org. 23, Albuquerque Academy Admission Open House, 2-4pm. Explore the campus; meet faculty, students and parents; learn about student organizations; enjoy performances and get details about admission and tuition assistance for 2023-24 school year; grades 6-12. Apply for fall 2023 between Sept 1 and Feb 1. 828-3208, aa.edu/admission/meetthe-academy. School Break Camp 6-8, Explorer Camp, “Fall Bosque Habitats,” 9am-noon. Elementary age program includes hiking, outdoor exploration, hands-on science, literacy and art activities; registration required. $30 per child, per camp, Open Space Visitors Center, 6500 Coors NW, 768-4950, play.cabq.gov.

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September/October 2022 Cultural Centers & Museums 2, Visual Arts Museum: First Sunday Free Admission NM Residents, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 10am-4pm. 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Free Sunday Mornings at ABQ Museum, 9am-1pm. 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, cabq.gov. 4, Explorar Las Artes, 10am. Music, art and movement for toddlers ages 18 months-4 years and caregivers. Free, NHCC, 1701 4th SW, nhccnm.org/events.724-4771, 5, Free First Wednesday ABQ Museum, 9am-5pm. 2000 Mountain NW, ABQ, 243-7255, holdmyticket.com. 5, 12, 19, 26, Toddler Time, 9-10am. Explora opens an hour early for caregivers and toddlers to enjoy early childhood exhibit areas, storytime and a music jam. Included with admission/free for members & under age 1, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us. 13, Arte Poquito, 10am. Music, art and movement for infants to 18 months and caregivers. Free, NHCC, 1701 4th SW, 7244771, nhccnm.org/events.

September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 23 Albuquerque OPEN April 1-Nov LocatedLastFridays-Mondays110am-4pmticketsoldat3:30pmtinkertown.com505-281-5233ontheroadtoSandiaCrest Tinkertown MUSEUM Sandia Park GLOBALQUERQUE !! New Mexico’s 18th Annual Celebration of World Music & Culture September 22 - 24 National Hispanic Cultural Center | Albuquerque, NM Join us for the FREE DAYTIME FAMILY GLOBAL FIESTA SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES! A WORLD OF MUSIC, DANCE, ART, CULTURE Full schedule on-line! Thursday September 22: FREE Opening Dance Party + Concert Friday & Saturday September 23 & 24: 20 PERFORMANCES | 18 ACTS | 3 STAGES | 1 UNIQUE EVENT! Global Village of Craft Culture & Cuisine! Open throughout all parts of the festival! TICKETS | LINEUP | INFO: GLOBALQUERQUE.ORGG SAT Albuquerque 5111 Homestead Circle NW Albuquerque, NM 87120 1st Class Learning Center is a childcare center licensed by the State of New Mexico. • Quality childcare 6 weeks to 12 years. • ECECD subsidized care available, no sales tax charged. • Reasonable prices & discounts. • FOCUS Pre-K Available. • Age appropriate curriculum through FOCUS. • Nutritional meals mandated by CACFP, included in the price. • All staff are CPR/First Aid certified and background cleared. • Staff also takes childcare training mandated by ECECD. COVID-19 safe practices! Please feel free to visit our newly renovated center in Taylor Ranch, across the street from LBJ Middle School. (505) 898-5702 1stclasslearningcenter@gmail.com 1stclasslearningcenter.com facebook.com/1stClassLearningCenter Albuquerque

Fairs & Festivals 2, Burning of Zozobra, 4-9pm. Say goodbye to summer with the Burning of Zozobra, a 50-foot high marionette signifying the darkness and despair created due to all of the woeful deeds done throughout the year. Watch as Old Man Gloom is burned to restore balance to the city; see website for full details and schedule of events. Fort Marcy burnzozobra.com/event-information.Park, 3-4, Santa Fe Fiesta de los Niños, 10am-4pm. Games, music and food trucks; all ages. Advance reservations suggested; no pets. Free 12 and under/$6 ages 13-18 & 62+/$8 adults, El Ranchos de las Golondrinas, 471-2261, 334 Los Pinos, golondrinas.org. 3-5, 9-11, Fiesta Fine Arts and Crafts Market, 9am-5pm. An open-air arts and crafts market featuring one-of-a-kind treasures that line the plaza. Hand-fashioned jewelry, pottery, clothing and local food. Free, Santa Fe santafefiesta.org/schedule-of-events.Plaza, 3-11, 310th Annual Fiesta de Santa Fe. Arts and crafts booths, music, dancing, entertainment and santafe.com/fiesta-de-santa-fe.food, 9, “Pregón de la Fiesta,” 6-7am. Fiesta officially begins at 6am when the mayor issues the formal proclamation declaring the start of festivities. Chocolate and biscochitos are enjoyed by everyone immediately after the Pregón. Free, Rosario Chapel, 540 Rosario, 984-3203, santafefiesta.org. 10, “Desfile de los Niños,” 9-10:45am. An annual commemoration of the Pet Parade. About 2,000 children in costumes participate in the parade with thousands of supporters and tourists looking on; the event culminates with an awards ceremony on the Plaza. Free, NM School for the Arts, 275 E. Alameda, santafefiesta.org. 11, “Desfile de la Gente:” Historical Parade, 1-3pm. A popular event that features local marching bands, mariachi, sports teams, queens, floats and politicians of every color, all of whom make their way to the Plaza. Also called the Historical/Hysterical Parade, anything and everything goes at this lively event. Free, Santa Fe Plaza, santafefiesta.org/schedule-of-events. 17-18, Santa Fe Renaissance Faire, 10am-5pm. A royal court, festive food, entertainment and games; advance tickets required; no pets. Free 12 and under/$6 ages 13-18 & 62+/$8 adults, El Ranchos de las Golondrinas, 471-2261, 334 Los Pinos, golondrinas.org. 17-18, 24-25, The Turquoise Trail Studio Tour, 10am-5pm. Thirty eight studios with 45 artists open their doors between Santa Fe and Cedar Crest/Sandia Park Hwy 14 to feature a range of art, turquoisetrailstudiotour.info/artists-2022.html.

Science & Nature 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Seeds & Sprouts, 10:3011:30am. Kids explore nature: from fun in the backyard to in-house programming, children learn about seasonal growing cycles and other gardening-related practices. Included with admission/free 17 and under 4-6pm, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 3, 10, 17, 24, Meet Cornelius the Snake, 1pm. The beloved corn snake gets to socialize with children during this informal meet and greet. Included with admission, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 3, 10, 17, 24, Science Saturday, 2-4pm. Science fun for all ages with experiments and activities. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 4, NM Outdoor Pass: Insects!, 9am4pm. Enjoy a tour of the grounds, guided walks and arts & crafts. Free, Los Luceros History Site, Los Alamos, peecnature.org. 16, The Night Sky in September, 7pm. Join Steve Becker for a planetarium tour of the autumn night sky. Free members/$5 non-member family, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon, Los Alamos, peecnature.org. 18, Community Day on Museum Hill, 9am. Free admission to the Garden for NM residents and students with ID. Free, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, SF, santafebotanicalgarden.org.471-9103, 24, Kids Singalong in the Nature Discovery Area, 10:30-11:15am. Free, Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary, 1800 Upper Canyon, randalldavey.audubon.org/events. 29, Bug Bash, 4:30-5:30pm. Join Wade Harrell from Harrell Bug Museum to learn about and have fun with crawling creatures. Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, Sports 16, Girls Try Hockey for Free, 6:45pm. The NM Mustangs Girls Hockey Association hosts a program for girls only, ages 6-14 that includes skating instruction and hockey skills development by USA Hockey certified coaches. Skate alongside Mustang players; equipment provided. Free, Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3221 Rodeo, nmmustangsgirlshockey.org/tryhockey.920-7916,

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24 New Mexico Kids! September/October 2022 Our calendar is as accurate as possible but times, places & dates of events can change so be sure to call ahead. Events are age-appropriate to the best of our knowledge but please check to confirm any activity you attend is appropriate for your child. To have your events listed free in our next calendar, fill out our calendar form under Advertise with Us at newmexico-kids.com. The deadline is Oct. 12 for listings in Nov/Dec. Listings are not guaranteed. Phone numbers have a 505 area code unless otherwise noted.

Area Libraries offer activities like Lego Club, Book Groups, Read to the Dogs, Game Time, Storytime, Movies and Knitting Clubs. Check websites for calendars and details: santafelibrary.org, vglibrary.org. 1, 8, 15, 22, Family Game Time, 45:30pm. All ages game playing; bring a game or play one provided. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4860, santafelibrary.org. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Yoga and Movement for Kids, 10:3oam. Join for children’s yoga, joyful movement and kinesthetic creativity; children of all ages have fun getting bodies moving; must be accompanied by an adult, mats provided but bring one if you have one. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4862, santafelibrary.org. 3, 17, Parent and Tot Creative Movement, 10am. Preschool-age children can use music and stories to exercise their minds and bodies in a relaxed environment with a chosen adult. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 7, 14, 21, 28, Youth Chess Club, 5:45pm. Play, practice and have fun. In person at the library, virtually sites.google.com/site/childchesssantefe.atFree,MainLibrary,145Washington,955-6780,santafelibrary.org.

10, Baby and Toddler Play Hour, 10am. Unstructured play where children can explore and interact with other children and new educational toys. Make learning and social connections along with toddlers. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, santafelibrary.org.955-2820, 22, Nostalgia Movie Nights @ La Farge, ‘80s Nights, “Back to the Future,” 1985 [PG], 5pm. All ages, ‘80s attire strongly encouraged; all ages. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 9554862, santafelibrary.org. Music 1, Nuestra Musica: Mariachi Sonidos del Monte, 6pm. Driven by love and passion for Mariachi music, this band has performed throughout NM and southern Colorado entertaining thousands per year. Free, Santa Fe Plaza, ampconcerts.org. 7, Dana Cooper: Sunset Concert Series, 5-7pm. Indie folk/Americana songwriter from Nashville; bring a picnic and a portable chair. Free ages 12 & under/$5 members/$7 non-members, SF Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 4719103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. 9, Concierto de Mariachi Matinee, 24pm. Enjoy a concert featuring performances by well-known mariachi groups, dancers and alumni of the SF Fiesta Council’s Youth Mariachi Workshow. Lensic PAC, 211 W. San Francisco, 9881234, lensic.org. 10, 11, Bandstand on the Plaza, 10:45am-10pm. The Gazebo is transformed into a concert venue featuring NM artists: dances by Pueblo Indians, Aztec dancers, Folklorico Dancers and ritual drama, Free, Santa Fe santafefiesta.org/schedule-of-events.Plaza, 11, Bluegrass and Bagels, 10am-noon. Meet in the Community Room for a bluegrass jam where folks are encouraged to share GospelGrass, TradGrass and NewGrass tunes through a typical jam. Tips/donations encouraged for bagels and coffee, Railyard Park, 1612 Alcaldesa, 316-3596, railyardpark.org.

September Arts & Crafts 2, First Friday Art Activity, 5-7pm. Create a masterpiece with supplies from the monthly Art Cart. Included with admission, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson, 946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Fine Art Fridays, 24pm. Exploration into the arts with guest facilitators and hands-on activities that encourage children to explore their creativity. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Cultural Centers & Museums 4, NM Residents Free First Sunday at Museum of International Folk Art, 10am-5pm. Ages 16 and under & foundation members are always free, 706 Camino Lejo, internationalfolkart.org.476-1200, 4, NM Residents Free First Sunday at NM History Museum, 10am-5pm. Ages 16 and under, NM foster parents and foster children as well as foundation members are always free, 113 Lincoln, 4765200, nmhistorymuseum.org. 4, NM Residents Free First Sunday at NM Museum of Art, 10am-5pm. NM foster parents and children; ages 16 and under always free, 107 W Palace, 4765072, nmartmuseum.org. 7, 14, 21, 28, Wee Wednesdays, 10:30am. Parents and toddlers enjoy discovery with story time and play. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 7, 14, 21, 28, NM Residents’ Special at El Rancho de los Golondrinas. Free admission on Weds, special events not included, 471-2261, 334 Los Pinos, golondrinas.org. 17, Museum Day. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. To download a ticket go to mag.com/museumday/museum-day-2022.smithsonian18, Museum Hill Community Day, 10am-4pm. Free music, storytelling, hands-on activities, art demos and food. Explore family-friendly events all over the hill at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Museum of International Folk Art, Museum of Spanish Colonial Art, Santa Fe Bontanical Art and the Wheelwright museum, museumhill.net. NM Dept of Cultural Affairs has links with information about NM museums, historic sites and other institutions. The “Visit Virtually” section includes links to NM museums, cultural centers and libraries, newmexicoculture.org.

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6, Rio Grande School 7th Grade Options Night, 6pm. Meet students and administrators from dynamic secondary schools in Santa Fe. A brief forum and opportunity to engage in personal conversations with school reps and students; for ages 3-grade 6. Free, riograndeschool.org. 16, Santa Fe Girls’ School Open House, 3pm. Dedicated to middle school girls, 4th and 5th grade families welcome, tuition assistance available. RSVP online, 310 West Zia Road, 820-3188, santafegirlsschool.org. 20, Santa Fe Waldorf Open House, 9am-noon. Preschool-highschool. Free, 467-6431, santafewaldorf.org.visit. Science & Nature 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Meet Cornelius the Snake, 1pm. The beloved corn snake gets to socialize with children during this informal meet and greet. Included with admission, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Science Saturday, 24pm. Science fun for all ages with exciting experiments and activities. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 6, 13, 20, 27, Seeds & Sprouts, 10:3011:30am. Kids explore nature: from fun in the backyard to in-house programming, children learn about seasonal growing cycles and other gardening-related practices. Included with admission/free 17 and under 4-6pm, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 27, Bug Bash, 4:30-5:30pm. Join Wade Harrell from Harrell Bug Museum to learn about and have fun with crawling creatures. Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 31, Community Day at the Garden, 10am-4pm. Free admission to the Garden for NM residents and students with ID. Free, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, SF, santafebotanicalgarden.org.471-9103, Storytelling Bilingual Books and Babies, various dates, times and libraries. Books, songs and finger games for children ages 6 months-2 years. Free, santafelibrary.org. Storytime and Craft, various dates, times and libraries. Enjoy stories and a crafts with different themes. Free, santafelibrary.org 4, 11, 18, 25, Wags and Words, 6-7pm Children can practice reading skills by sharing a story with a furry friend; for early school-aged children. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 5, 12, 19, 26, Pajama Storytime, 6pm. A social storytime where parents can receive parenting information and chat with other young parents of preschool children. Free, Southside Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-6780, santafelibrary.org. 6, Fun with Firefighters, 1-2pm. The Museum partners with the SF Fire Department to bring a storytime where firefighters read some of their favorite books and everyone can go outside to see the firetruck. Included with admission, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Also of Interest 2, Pop-Up Playground, 11am-3pm. Kids of all ages are invited to build their own playground out of recycled materials and make epic forts, fairy homes and towers of power. Free, The Railyard Park, 740 Cerrillos, 316-3596, railyardpark.org. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Saturday Farmers Market, 8am-1pm. Shop fresh produce, crafts and body care products. Free, Santa Fe Railyard Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo De Peralta, railyardsantafe.com.983-7726,

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October Arts & Crafts 7, First Friday Art Activity, 5-7pm. Create a masterpiece with supplies from the monthly Art Cart. Included with admission, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson, 946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org. 7, 14, 21, 28, Fine Art Fridays, 2-4pm. Exploration into the arts with guest facilitators and hands-on activities that encourage children to explore their creativity and to be artistic. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359,

Storytelling Bilingual Books and Babies, various dates, times and libraries. Books, songs and finger games for children ages 6 mo2 years. Free, santafelibrary.org. Storytime and Craft, various dates, times and libraries. Enjoy stories and a crafts with different themes. Free, santafelibrary.org.

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Cultural Centers & Museums 2, NM Residents Free First Sunday at NM History Museum, 10am-5pm. Ages 16 and under, NM foster parents and foster children as well as foundation members are always free, 113 Lincoln, 4765200, nmhistorymuseum.org. 2, NM Residents Free First Sunday at NM Museum of Art, 10am-5pm. NM foster parents and children, ages 16 and under always free, 107 W Palace, 4765072, nmartmuseum.org. 2, NM Residents Free First Sunday at Museum of International Folk Art, 10am-5pm. Ages 16 and under and foundation members are always free, 706 Camino Lejo, internationalfolkart.org.476-1200, 5, 12, 19, 26, Wee Wednesdays, 10:30am. Parents and toddlers enjoy discovery with story-time and play. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 30, Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos Community Celebration, 14pm. Make sugar skulls, eat traditional Day of Dead treats and view Oferendas. Included with admission, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.

Also of Interest 3, 10, 17, 24 , Saturday Farmers Market, 8am-1pm. Shop fresh produce, crafts and body care among others. Free, Santa Fe Railyard Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo De Peralta, 983-7726, railyardsantafe.com.

Library Events Area Libraries offer activities like Lego Club, Book Groups, Storytime, Read to the Dogs, Game Time, Movies and Knitting Clubs. Check websites for calendars and details: santafelibrary.org, vglibrary.org. Kids Sing-Along with Queen Bee Music Association, various dates, times and library locations. Have fun singing along with one of the Queen Bee instructors. santafelibrary.org. 1, 15, Parent and Tot Creative Movement, 10am. Preschool aged children use fun music and stories to exercise their minds and bodies in a relaxed environment with a chosen adult. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 5, 12, 19, 26, Youth Chess Club, 5:45pm. Play, practice and have fun. In person at the library, virtually Free,sites.google.com/site/childchesssantefe.atMainLibrary,145Washington,955-

1, Fun with Firefighters, 1-2pm. The Museum partners with the SF Fire Department to bring a storytime where firefighters read some of their favorite books and everyone can go outside to see the firetruck. Included with admission, SF Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, santafechildrensmuseum.org.989-8359, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Read to Maple the Therapy Dog, 11am. Free, Southside Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 6, 13, 20, 27, Wags and Words, 6-7pm. Children can practice reading skills by sharing a story with a furry friend; for early school-aged children. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 7, 14, 21, 28, Pajama Storytime, 6pm. A social storytime where parents can receive parenting information and chat with other young parents of preschool children. Free, Southside Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-6780, santafelibrary.org.

September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 25 Stage 17, 18, Opera in the Park, “Carmen” (Sat) & “The Barber of Seville” (Sun), 6pm. Entertainment by local artists begins at 5:30pm. Attendees can bring a picnic. Free, SWAN Park, off Jaguar and Veterans Memorial Highway 599, santafeopera.org.

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6780, santafelibrary.org. 6, 13, 20, 27, Yoga and Movement for Kids, 10:3oam. Join for children’s yoga, joyful movement and kinesthetic creativity; children of all ages have fun getting bodies moving. All children must be accompanied by an adult, mats provided but if you have one, bring it. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4862, santafelibrary.org. 7, 14, 21, 28, Read to Maple the Therapy Dog, 11am. Free, Southside Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 8, Baby and Toddler Play Hour, 10am. Unstructured play where children can explore and interact with each other and new educational toys. Make learning and social connections together with your toddler. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-2820, santafelibrary.org. 13, Family Game Time, 4-5:30pm. All ages game playing; bring a game or use one provided. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4860, santafelibrary.org. 27, Nostalgia Movie Nights @ La Farge, ‘80s Nights, “The Princess Bride,” 1987 [PG], 5pm. All ages, ‘80s attire strongly encouraged; all ages. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 9554860, santafelibrary.org.

Fairs & Festivals 1-2, 50th Annual Santa Fe Harvest Festival, 10am-4pm. Celebrate harvest with a pumpkin patch, live entertainment and food trucks; advance reservations highly suggested; no pets. Free 12 and under, $6 ages 13-17 & 62+./$8 adults, El Rancho de las Golondrinas, 471-2261, 334 Los Pinos, golondrinas.org. 22, Santa Fe Spirits of NM, 5-9pm. Spooky stories, S’more stations and a fun experience; advance reservations suggested, no pets. Free 12 and under, $6 ages 13-17 & 62+/$8 adults, El Rancho de la Golondrinas, 471-2261, 334 Los Pinos, golondrinas.org.

Some days our children never seem happy or satisfied, which can be exhausting and frustrating. On days when kids are fussy, demanding and difficult, a Reflexology session can change the mood for you and them. Follow it with a spa oatmeal foot scrub and a little deep breathing, and your young child’s nasty day will melt away. After they have felt the relaxation Reflexologya session can give them, don’t be surprised if they want to grab your feet and work on Reflexologyyou! is an ancient andorgans,spondhandsthe"reflex"thatReflexologytheoryTheareasfeetminiaturereflectedofthatontechniquehealingbasedtheprincipletheanatomythebodyisinontheandotherofthebody.underlyingbehindisthereareareasonfeetandthatcorre-tospecificglandsotherpartsof the body.

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This is a fun Spa Scrub you and your kids can make for after their Reflexology. An oatmeal scrub is like having a spa day at home and can help your children feel relaxed and relieved from stress. The scrub helps exfoliate their feet and remove dead skin cells that are present.

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Reflexology is the application of pressure to areas on the feet (or the hands) to bring balance back to the body and mind. The therapy helps to clear away the stress and turmoil of everyday life, gradually increasing mental and physical clarity. Reflexology can help children relax and calm down after a day of playing or school. Actually, anyone of any age can enjoy the benefits of Reflexology, even Reflexologybabies. helps to improve sleeping patterns by providing a natural way to balance and relax the body. A gentle pressing on a baby's foot using thumbs and fingertips can settle an irritable baby and relax them to help induce sleep. It can help with colic too. The feet have thousands of nerve endings, which explains why foot rubs feel so good. Our feet are complex anatomical structures that include 42 muscles, 26 bones, 33 joints, 250,000 sweat glands, 50 ligaments and tendons and 15,000 nerve endings. History of ReflexologyReflexologyhasancient origins. On an Egyptian tomb of a medical doctor found in Saqqara, Egypt, a pictograph shows Reflexology being performed on the hands and feet. Knowledge of Reflexology traveled from Egypt to Greece and Arabia and then to Europe through the Roman Empire. The history of Reflexology in the East can be traced from India, China and Japan. In India, a painting of the God Vishnu's feet has Sanskrit that may actually show Reflexology points.

Deep Breathing Exercises Just Before Sleep

Gwynne Ann Unruh was founder and director of New Mexico College of Natural Healing.

lHave them inhale very slowly for 5 seconds (3 seconds for younger children): Count 1-2-3-4-5. Exhale very slowly through their nose or mouth for 5 seconds: 1-2-3-4-5. Wait for 5 seconds: 1-2-3-4-5. Repeat the process three more times (1 minute total). Have fun playing with these relaxation techniques with your children. You’ll be amazed how Reflexology, foot scrubs and deep breathing can calm you and your child at the end of the day. Encourage your children to work with each other and on you after they have received these natural Healthytherapies.touchbuilds a solid foundation for love, respect and health throughout their lives.

maps out various pressure points on the foot that are energetically connected to other areas in the body. There are several inexpensive ones available online. The very process of touching the feet sends messages to the rest of the body to relax. The basic belief is that applying pressure to these reflex areas can open energetic pathways to those areas of the body and bring them back into balance. The areas of the foot include the following:

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Thepressure.Reflexology youtube video, Positive Touch for Children with Mary Atkinson, shows the author demonstrating additional Reflexology techniques for you to enjoy with your child. Atkinson’s book “Healing Touch for Children” contains additional concepts.

Research studies in Reflexology conducted around the world are validating the effectiveness of Reflexology on a wide variety of conditions.

knowledge into a usable therapy, calling it Foot Reflexology. She took it to the public by traveling around the country starting in the late 1930s, teaching groups of people her method.

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So how can you use Reflexology to support the health and well-being of your family? Many of our health problems can be linked to stress. Stress can be mentally, emotionally, physically or environmentally induced. Reflexology can help negate the effects of stress while it helps the body relax and

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To start a foot Reflexology massage, hold your child’s heel in one hand and begin with the toes. Massage with a rotating thumb technique. Using your thumbs, press in, rotate, lift and then move, focusing on covering only small areas of the foot at a time. You also can perform thumb and finger walking on the tops and sides of the foot. Work with your child to find out what pressure feels good. Some like a feather touch until they get used to what you are doing, others like deeper

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By AILEEN O’CATHERINE New Mexico’s largest wildfire to date, the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fire north and east of Santa Fe, made its mark on the state this year. New Mexico’s wildfire season always causes great concern, but in 2022, conditions had changed just enough to cause fire destruction of a degree not seen in the past. The Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fire has burned (as of this writing) 341,736 acres, destroying in its blaze trees, houses, outbuildings and wildlife. The fire is being managed as one fire, although it is two. The Calf Canyon fire was caused by a pile burn holdover from January that remained dormant and reemerged in April. It began on April 6 during a prescribed burn on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District in the Santa Fe National Forest. It is reported that the weather forecast for the prescribed burn called for conditions that allowed for a fire to burn without problem. However, sudden, unexpected winds created multiple spot fires, which, coupled with years of drought, caused the fire to spread to the point where it was uncontained and unmanageable.A good scientific question to ask might be: Were the burns being managed with the consideration of all the latest information on climate science, drought conditions and other factors? Most importantly, scientists might ask: How long has it been since our methods for executing prescribed burns have been updated to consider new and rapidly changing conditions? What is a prescribed fire or burn? Prescribed burning is applying a controlled application of fire to natural areas to keep them healthy. Rangers and workers use fire management techniques to set fires to natural areas and then contain those fires so that old vegetation can be cleared. This helps to lessen the chances of larger, more destructive fires. In their natural state, forests burn from time to time when lightning strikes a tree and sets it aflame. Ecosystems rely on these periodic fires to remain healthy. The fire ignites and burns out the old wood and underbrush, allowing more sunlight to enter and hit the forest floor, encouraging growth. Seedlings appear, trees grow again and birds and wildlife repopulate the area. Ponderosa pines are particularly suited for these kinds of natural conditions, shedding their outer bark layers durAlbuquerque

For decades, fire suppression was the standard method for rangers to manage forests. Smokey Bear became a national symbol for the policy of fire suppression. “Only you can prevent forest fires,” said the bear who pointed his finger at you from a poster. Years of aggressive levels of fire suppression have led to overgrown wilderness areas that are prone to burn. To counter the mindset of fire suppression, natural resource directors have begun in recent decades to push for the use of prescribed fires to manage areas through a more natural cycle of burn and regeneration. The result, it was reasoned, would be fewer wildfires, less destruction and less loss of life.

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To find out more about the prescribed burn policy of New Mexico: A prescribed burn in a Ponderosa forest. Photo courtesy U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

ing a fire, then falling to the forest floor and creating a fertile bed where seedlings form. But even Ponderosa pines cannot withstand the temperatures of extreme fires.

In New Mexico, prescribed burning has been in place for some years. In 2021, the New Mexico Legislature passed the Prescribed Burning Act, joining 21 other states in implementing prescribed burning as part of law and policy. In theory, prescribed burns cost less than other methods of reducing overgrowth, such as cutting trees. Because they are planned, prescribed burns can have less effect on air quality. Wildfires result in soot and ash in the air that lead to a decrease in air quality and an increase in illness. Since the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fire began when a prescribed burn took place, it is important to discover whether it should have gone forward given the conditions that day. It is important to make not only a comprehensively informed decision about burns, but also the right one given ongoing changes in conditions. It would be a mistake to say prescribed burns are of little use, but it would also be a mistake to say prescribed burns as they currently take place are the total answer. As with all science, data is key. Updating data in a constantly shifting world of climate change, a world where weather no longer holds to old norms, will take the work of many different scientists. Collaborations with communities and landowners become not just important when so much is at stake, but also vital in maintaining life for forests, the wildlife and the people around them.

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30 New Mexico Kids! September/October 2022 Guest Column: Visit Albuquerque Museum with your family and watch the magic happen!

“Our role is nurturing young people’s passion for art,” says Albuquerque Museum Curator of Education Elizabeth Becker. “If they have that passion, we want to give them tools to make art and learn about it. And when the family comes too, we are thrilled!”

Frequently, Mom or Dad or Grandma will call us because their child came to the museum with their class and wants to come back and bring the family. When that happens, Albuquerque Museum has ways to foster inspiration — at the museum and online — at a very low cost, and often for free. never been to the museum, dropping in on a Saturday Family Art Workshop is an opportunity as a family — children, parent, grandparent — to create original works of art inspired by the Visit the museum on a third Thursday, when the galleries stay open late with music, artmaking and special programs that are fun and free for the whole family. Or visit on the first Wednesday of the month or a Sunday morning when admission is free. If your child is ready to learn new techniques and work with exciting art materials, the Museum School offers classes for children 3 to 14 years old. If you can’t get to the museum, check out our online resources. Art Matters is geared to teens and includes video art lessons and creative zines. Or download a coloring page that features a work of art from the museum’sAlbuquerquecollection.Museum strives to make programs available to as many people as possible. “Our goal is to have high quality programming accessible to everyone who wants it, says Becker. “Sharing and nurturing the passions our children have, those are truly powerful experiences.”

By DENISE CROUSE

Every year, thousands of children first learn about Albuquerque Museum because they come on a bus with their classmates. Teachers schedule their elementary classes to visit and have an in-person tour led by a docent, and the kids may work on an art activity in the museum inspired by what they see. The museum calls the school program the “Magic Bus” and can schedule free bus transportation. Admission to the museum and the activity also are free, thanks to donations from community members through the Albuquerque Museum Foundation. Today, the scope of the “Magic Bus” has broadened to be more than just the bus and tours. Today, the museum’s educational outreach program includes a library of pre-recorded videos on topics related to New Mexico art and history and live virtual programs that teachers can schedule for their classes. These resources are available to any school in New Mexico — and beyond.

Albuquerque Museum is located in Old Town at 2000 Mountain Rd. NW. Parking is free if you are visiting the museum. For more information, visit our website at albuquerquemuseum.org or call 505-243-7255.

Denise Crouse is the communications director for Albuquerque Museum. Albuquerque

Albuquerque Kids’ Crossword “States” By MYLES MELLOR for ages 8-15 1.AcrossState that is cold with a lot of snow 4. Salt Lake city is the capital of this state 7. Movie channel 8. Phoenix is the capital of this state 9. Short way of saying West Virginia 11. In tennis you hit the ball over it 12. State where Little Rock is the capital 16. Old west lady ____ Oakley 18. State known for its potatoes 19. There are 50 of them in the US 20. You tie it with a rope 22. Trendy 23. Book that shows the states and cities 1.DownThis state is next to Georgia 2. Great boxer from the 60s and 70s 3. Famous 4. __ 40 rock group 5. It's smaller than a city 6. Miami basketball team 7. State where the Pro Bowl is played 10. Doc for doggies 13. Topeka is its capital 14. State next to New Hampshire 15. ____ Dakota 17. Vote for 19. Go down a mountain in the snow 21. Short for the state famous for the Tea Party Solution on page 38 Math - Reading - Reading Comprehension Phonics - Science - English & More! WORKINGHAND IN HAND TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE The Homework place and more Fall Registration Open Now! Enrichment in All Math: (Algebra I & II l Geometry Trigonometry l Calculus Chemistry) l English l Science ACT, SAT, PSAT Focusing on K-12 Homework Help COVID-Safe Environment Online Classes Available 505-307-4170 Corrales Amina, 8

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September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 33 Let’s Draw! Let’s Draw Become a published artist! Create your own drawing here and send it to: New Mexico Kids!, 9100 Galaxia Way NE, Abq, NM 87111. Or you can scan your drawing and email it to kids@newmexico-kids.com. Some drawings will be selected to illustrate future issues of New Mexico Kids! Please include your name, age and hometown. Let’s A page for kids’ party places, entertainers, services and supplies! “Let’s Party” ads cost $90 plus tax for each 2-inch by 2-inch space. Color is an additional $60 plus tax. To place your ad in our next issue, ad and payment are due by Oct.12. For more information call 505-797-2708 505.293.3636abcballoondecorating.comYouwillbedelighted! POTTERY P P O O T T T T E E R R Y Y PAINTING P P A AIIN N T TIIN N G G PARTIES P P A A R R T TIIE E S S BIRTHDAYS,OFFICEPARTIES, GIRL'SNIGHTSOUTANDMORE! CREATIVITYWAREHOUSE We'vegot partiesdownto ascience! 505-600-7603 birthdayparties@explora.us G e n e s i s C a s p i a t R o c k i t H a i r S t u d i o ! Genesis is skilled in Kid’s, Women’s & Men’s cuts as well as color & styling services. Get 10% off your first service when you text the code #NMkids to 505-250-4570. (valid until November 1, 2022 ) 204 Dartmouth Dr NE, ABQ, NM 87106 (Nob Hill) facebook.com/the.hair.bruja @the hair bruja 505-250-4570 Albuquerque

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Santa Fe Area Art Art School Santa Fe, 3600 Cerrillos Rd., Ste. 714D, SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505364-3256. Contact: Ronny Beeman; Email: Website:ronny@artschoolsantafe.com;Artschoolsantafe.com;Ages: 5 and up; Enrollment: 8 students per class; Cost: one month tuition $115 or two months at $216 with $14 savings and $30 one-time per year materials fee. Days/Hours: Tuesday 4-5:05pm, Wednesday 3:30-4:35pm, 4:50-5:55pm, Thursday 3:45-4:50pm, Friday 3:454:50pm. Teen class Fridays ages 12 and up 5-6:15pm, Saturday 10-11:05am. Art School Santa Fe’s program director Ronny (she, her) is currently the main elementary grades art teacher at Santa Fe School for Arts and Sciences. With several decades of experience, Ronny has developed her own art curriculum integrating classical fine art methods with current themes. Students work on their own projects based on the individual's interest, age and skill level. Classes focus on a variety of artistic genres ranging from anime, portraiture, cartoon, painting, fantasy and portfolio preparedness. Financial aid available with portfolio review.

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Climbing AFTER SCHOOL @ClimbSantaFe, 3008 Cielo Court, SF, NM. Phone: 505-9868944; Email: info@climbsantafe.com; Website: theirwhichcreatesgramsummer-camps.programs/youth-programs/after-school-climbsantafe.com/classes-TheAfterSchoolpro-attheSantaFeClimbingCenterastimulatingenvironmentinclimbersatalllevelswillpushphysicalandmentallimitswhilehaving

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 After School programs meet once a week for 8-9 weeks from 3:305pm and begin the week of Aug. 22. The After School Classes are divided in the following age groups, 5-8 year old and 9-13 year old climbers and cost $180 for 9 weeks. Dance Belisama Irish Dance & Rhythm Sol, Santa Fe & Los Alamos, NM. Phone: 505-795-5424; Contact: Celia Bassett; Email: celiabassettbelisama@gmail.com; Website: belisamadance.com. Ages: 3 and up. Belisama Irish Dance & Rhythm Sol is a program for kids and adults. Creative Movement (ages 3+) and Parent & Me (ages 18 mo+) classes. Irish Dance classes for ages 5 and up. Dance for fun, perform, and/or compete if you choose. Classes in Santa Fe and Los Alamos. Small class sizes. NDI New Mexico at The Dance Barns in Santa Fe, Phone: 505-983-7646; Website: ndi-nm.org. Children ages 3-18 (and adults) join inspiring professional instructors each week to participate in high-quality dance and performance training in creative movement, ballet, modern dance, jazz, tap and hiphop. Classes range from beginner to pre-professional levels. Open to all children in the community! Tuition is offered on a sliding scale ensuring that every child has the opportunity for an enriching experience and a sense of a achievement in a nurturing and noncompetitive atmosphere.

Sam Italiano Tap & Jazz Dance Combo Classes, 3209A Calle Marie, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 303-946-4578; Contact: Sam Italiano; sitaliano317@gmail.com;Email: Website: bit.ly/3zDbro4. Ages: 5-11 yrs old; Cost: Varies; discounts & financial aid available!; Days/Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays. Jazz & tap dance combo classes, starting the week of Sept. 12. Ages 5-7 yrs old: Wednesdays @ 4:305:30 pm; Ages 8-11 yrs old: Mondays @ 56:30 pm. Students will learn the fundamentals of both jazz and tap dance, including technique, musicality, improvisation, and performance skills, all in a fun and inclusive environment. All levels welcome. Financial Aid Available. These are brand new classes-- be part of the first crew to build a community through dance. Contact Sam with questions: sitaliano317@gmail.com. Hockey New Mexico Mustangs Girls Hockey Association, SF, NM. Phone: 505-9207916; Contact: Sara Martinez; Email: thurgoodsara94@gmail.com; Website: nmmustangsgirlshockey.org; Ages: 6 (birth year 2016) to 14 (birth year 2008); Enrollment: 30 per session (3 sessions, 90 total); Cost: Free. The New Mexico Mustangs Girls Hockey Association is hosting a try-hockey-forfree program for girls only. The program will include skating instruction and hockey skills development by USA Hockey certified coaches. New players will have the opportunity to skate alongside current Mustangs hockey players. There are three "Girls Try Hockey for Free" weekends. Registration is required for each weekend. Feel free to register for more than one weekend. The Mustangs will provide hockey equipment for loan for the Girls Try Hockey Free Program sessions, and we will do gear fitting prior to the first session of each weekend. We have a limited amount of gear, so registration is limited to 30 players per weekend. Locations of the ice rinks: Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3221 Rodeo Rd., SF; Outpost Ice Arena, 9530 Tramway Blvd. NE, Abq. Skateboarding 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. Ages: 3 and up. Indoor ramps for year-round fun! After School/Home School Programs start in September. Sessions and lessons for all abilities, ages 3 and up. Use our school boards and gear to get started. We also have a complete shop to help students gear up. Curriculum includes skateboard homework and exploring the history of skateboarding using our museum and video library. Birthdays, parent's night out, monthly events. continued on page 36 Team Altitude climbing @ClimbSantaFe. Courtesy photo.

September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 35 Santa Albuquerque/SantaFe Fe Albuquerque/Santa Fe 1701MountainRd.NW,Albuquerque,NM87104|505-600-6072|www.explora.us School isbackinsession, andsoareour semester programsandschools-outcamps! Weofferavarietyofafter-schoolandweekendprogramstokeepyour littleonesengagedintheirSTEAMlearning.Wealsohaveschools-out campsfordaysAPSisnotinsession,suchasOctober6,7,and10! Enrichyour child'slearning! Visitourwebsite explora.us tolearnmoreandregister! Whataboutteens?Ourteencenter,XStudio,isalmosthere!Stay tunedforupcomingteenprogramsinaspacebuiltjustforthem! LearnmoreaboutXStudioat explora.us/xstudio/ Exploraalsooffersa varietyof home schoolprograms for grades K-9th!Visitour website, or giveusacalltolearn more. Albuquerque

New Mexico Ballet Company, 6207 Pan American Fwy NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-659-8523; Contact: Anna Bridge; Email: anna.nmbc@gmail.com; Website: newmexicoballetcompany.com. Ages: 3 and up; The New Mexico Ballet Company School provides affordable year-round dance classes and performance opportunities for ages 3 and up. Offering 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. New students are welcome and registration is ongoing for weekday afternoon, evening, and Saturday morning classes. Your first trial class is FREE! Registration fee: $30 per family. Tuition rates start at $50 – $65 per month for introductory classes. Visit the Registration page on our website or call 505-659-8523 for more information.

Hockey New Mexico Mustangs Girls Hockey Association, ABQ, NM. Phone: 505920-7916; Contact: Sara Martinez; Email: thurgoodsara94@gmail.com; Website: nmmustangsgirlshockey.org; Ages: 6 (birth year 2016) to 14 (birth year 2008); Enrollment: 30 per session (3 sessions, 90 total); Cost: Free. The New Mexico Mustangs Girls Hockey Association is hosting a try-hockey-for-free program for girls only. The program will include skating instruction and hockey skills development by USA Hockey certified coaches. New players will have the opportunity to skate alongside current Mustangs hockey players. There are three "Girls Try Hockey for Free" weekends. Registration is required for each

Duke City Fencing, 2840 Girard Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-8720048; Contact: Evandro Duarte Oliveira; Email: info@dukecityfencing.net; Website: dukecityfencing.net; Ages: 6 and up. Cost: $100-$200/month; Monday-Friday afternoons/evenings, Saturday mornings. Duke City Fencing is a full-time facility dedicated to the sport of fencing. We offer classes for children and adults. Your first class with us is free for first-time fencers. All equipment is provided, and no experience is required. Come join us and learn the unique sport of fencing! Sibling and military discounts.

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Dance Ballet Repertory Theatre of NM's Ballet Academy, 6913 Natalie Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Website: brtnm.com. Ages: 3 years - Adults. Variety of classes available MondaySaturday. BRT's focus is on the training of classical ballet which is paired with a Modern Dance program. At Ballet Repertory Theatre, our professionally trained teachers guide each student using a well-developed syllabus. Ballet Repertory Theatre’s goal is to create an environment that is challenging, disciplined and rigorous while, at the same time, safe, healthy and nurturing...providing a welcoming environment where every student is valued while pursuing excellence in dance.

Dance Theatre Southwest: Moving Forward!! 3805 Academy Parkway South, NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-296-9465; Contact: Patricia Dickinson Wells; Email: dancetheatresouthwest@gmail.com; Website: dtsw.com. Dance Education for All Ages: Toddler through Professional Level with strong Adult and Mature Adult programs also. Days/Hours: M-F: 4pm-7:30pm, Sat: 9:30am1:45pm. DTSW offers all levels of Ballet with Pointe and Pre-Pointe, Adv. and Int. Partnering/Pas de Deux training along with Toddler classes, Discovering

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Classes start after Labor Day in September. Before/After School Care City of Albuquerque’s Play+, Albuquerque, NM. Phone: 505-767-5885; Ages: 5-13; Cost: $15 a week, $20 for two children, $25 for 3 or more; Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am to 6pm. Play+ is the City of Albuquerque’s before and after school program available for elementary school kids. What makes Play+ unique is that these programs are offered right at the school, meaning no need to stress about shuttling and shuffling your kids back and forth from school to before or after care centers. Play+ is offered year round at 28 locations conveniently located in each quadrant of Albuquerque. Play+ is offered by the City at a fraction of other early childhood education and care center costs - just $15$25 per week depending on the number of kids you enroll. Play+ is your family’s link to education. Play+ is affordable and convenient before and after school programming offered right on-site at your child’s elementary school. Play+ before school links adventure and learning to get your child ready for the school day. Play+ after school allows kids a space for homework assistance and extra play time with their friends.

Scholarships available for families who cannot afford to pay full tuition. Dance Theatre Southwest is the home of Festival Ballet Albuquerque which produces “Nutcracker in the Land of Enchantment,” “Dracula, A Love Story” and “Sacred Journeys” in collaboration with Robert Mirabal and Jock Soto, with 3 to 4 major productions each year. Looking For An Alternative? DTSW has won many national accolades and is always a safe place for dance arts education. Ongoing classes with new fall schedule available. Find us on Facebook And Instagram. Keshet Dance + Center for the Arts Community Dance Classes, 4121 Cutler Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Contact: frontdesk@keshetarts.org; Website: keshetarts.org/dance-education. Ages 2 thru Adult. Cost: $0-$15 per class. Keshet Community Dance Classes: Fall Session (Aug-Dec) - Ballet, contemporary, creative movement and contact improvisation classes. All abilities welcome. Mixed Ability/Adaptive Dance and Fine Wine Dance (ages 55+) are also available. Unlimited non-competitive scholarships/sliding scale payments for ALL classes. Registration is ongoing.

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Dance for younger 3–4-year-olds, all levels of Modern/Contemporary and Jazz. Under the direction of Patricia Dickinson Wells, DTSW has always valued quality over quantity. Patricia and Faculty adhere to safe kinesthetically sound dance instruction in a nurturing environment. Many students have gone on to professional careers in dance companies around the world, on Broadway, in academia, and many alumni have found successful fields outside of dance thanks to the discipline they learned through dance education. DTSW will continue to provide all students with regular Full Curriculum through hybrid classes – in-studio as well as online so families have choices. DTSW continues to bring the best in dance arts education to everyone, be it in-studio or on ZOOM.

NDI New Mexico at The Hiland in ABQ, Phone: 505-872-1800; Website: ndinm.org. Children ages 3-18 (and adults) join inspiring professional instructors each week to participate in high-quality dance and performance training in creative movement, ballet, modern dance, jazz, tap and hip-hop. Classes range from beginner to pre-professional levels. Open to all children in the community! Tuition is offered on a sliding scale ensuring that every child has the opportunity for an enriching experience and a sense of a achievement in a nurturing and noncompetitive atmosphere.

Albuquerque Area Acting New Mexico Young Actors, Inc. Drama Classes, 7001 San Antonio Dr. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-821-8055; Contact: Joel Gelpe, Executive Director; Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Web site: nmyoungactors.org. Ages: 9-19; Cost: $405/semester. Join us in our 43rd season of drama classes and productions of plays and musicals for children by children. Financial aid available. Art Albuquerque Museum School, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-7255; Contact: Elizabeth Becker; Email: ebecker@cabq.gov; Website: albuquerquemuseum.org; Cost: $60/$70/$75. Make the Museum your classroom! Art classes for children ages 3–14, including Preschool Adventures in Art and Youth Studios. Painted Iguana Art Classes, 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906. Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Website: paintediguana.com; Ages: 6-18 years. Small group classes; Tuition: $105 monthly. ALL supplies included. Weekday afternoons – 1 1/2 hour long classes. Small classes in NE Albuquerque where students receive expert instruction on the use of quality art materials, & create in a studio setting. We work with watercolors, acrylics, clay, pastels, metals & more. Come learn new sketching skills, sculpt or create pottery to be fired in our kiln. For the young explorers to the experienced young artists, students receive a high quality art experience in a creative, fun, nurturing environment. Our classes encompass a complete comprehensive art program that students really enjoy. Art appreciation & creative thinking skills are developed in class. We learn about famous artists throughout history, while creating our own unique masterpieces. Join us & see why students never want their art adventure to end each day! Call or check the website for the after-school schedule.

September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 37 AlbuquerqueAlbuquerqueAlbuquerque’s only training facility offering competitive Taekwondo BATES PREMIER TAEKWONDO 505-985-9091 3880 Menaul Blvd. NE (Just east of Carlisle between Thriftown & Sonic) batespremiertkd.com • batespremiertaekwondo@gmail.com TOP RANKED ATHLETES IN THEOlympicNATIONstylesparringTravelingcompetitionteamAges3-adultNocontractsUnlimitedclassesGetfit,stayhealthy,learnself-defenseAlbuquerqueAlbuquerque

National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Explorar Las Artes, 1701 4th St. SW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-246-2261; Contact: Stephen Hamway; Website: nhccnm.org/events. Ages: Toddlers and young children, plus their caregivers; Cost: Free; Days/Hours: First and third Tuesday of each month, 45 minutes each. Explorar las Artes is a free, bi-monthly 45-minute program for toddlers and young children and their caregivers that cultivates creativity and self-expression through the exploration of Hispanic/Latine arts and culture. Participants explore the NHCC museum 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. Science Explora, 1701 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-600-6072; Contact: Reservations office, 505-600-6734; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us. Cost: Explora Members $150, Non-members $170 for most programs. Financial assistance available. In-person classes will meet CDC guidelines for COVID-19 safety. Explora has 4 programs: 1. Growing a Scientist for preschoolers ages 2½ – 5 with their adults (required). Aug. 24-Dec. 3. Meets every other week. Participants make discoveries about science by questioning, experiencing and investigating. Early childhood educators engage children and their adults in science and engineering activities that incorporate art, literature and fun! Each session focuses on a different theme. Select one session: Wednesday 9:30–11am, Thursday 9:30–11am, Friday 9:30–11am, Saturday 9:30–11am. 2. Bricks 4 Kidz After School, Grades K-5; Sept. 21-Oct. 26. Meets every Wednesday 45pm. Bricks 4 Kidz After School is an interactive, hands-on, STEM focused program that allows students to explore their inner engineering skills. We build motorized LEGO® models, each one designed with your students' skill and learning level in mind! Students have fun building while you know they are engaging those important math and engineering skills! Explora members $95 per child per semester. Non-members $110. 3. Engineering Investigators, Grades: 3-5. Aug. 24-Dec. 3. Saturdays 9:30am. Participants investigate how things move and use that knowledge to build a series of connected actions! Meets every other week. Adults welcome but not required or recommended. 4. Home School Explorations Series, sessions available for grades K-9. Explora members: $105; Non-members $120. Sept. 19-Dec. 6. Explora’s Home School Explorations Series offers your child a semester of weekly, hourlong experiential science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) programs. These are materials-rich classes that actively engage every child in inquiry activities. In these classes, children will make discoveries in STEAM through questioning, experiencing and investigating. Youth will be encouraged to build their own

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Martial Arts Bates Premier Taekwondo Ages 3-Adult, 3880 Menaul Blvd. NE: Just east of Carlisle on the south side of Menaul between Thrifttown and Sonic. Phone: 505-985-9091; Email: batespremiertaekwondo@gmail.com; Website: batespremiertkd.com; Contact: Coach Chee. Ages 3-adult, Mon-Sat. Unlimited classes, No contracts, Competitive traveling competition team.

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Tutoring/Therapy ABC Wellness, 324 Adams SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-266-6039; Website: abcwellness.com; Contact: Mae Lynn Spahr, MA, Owner/Counselor. Ages: 18 months–adult. Mae Lynn Spahr, MA, provides a drug-free treatment alternative for children and adults who have ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, autism, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, headache/migraine and chronic pain. 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; 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.

Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-307-4170; Contact: Sandra Akkad, Founder. Website: mytutorme.com. Register now for fall classes! Covid-safe Environment. Ongoing online and in-person tutoring. Focusing on K12. Homework Help. Tutor-Me is a premier learning center that offers a handson 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.

Yoga Nose to Toes Yoga Studio, 1918 Washington St. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-414-0801. Contact: Liz Fitzgerald, studio owner; Email: nosetotoesyoga@gmail.com; Website: find us on FB: Nose to Toes Yoga; Ages 416. Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 2–5:30pm. Nose to Toes Yoga is a fun and innovative yoga studio that enrolls kids from ages 4-16 yrs. old. Our studio welcomes neuro-diverse and neuro-typical kids as we teach them tools to self-regulate and build resilience and confidence. After school programs offer both private and small group classes. Kids will learn fun yoga poses, breathing strategies and meditation and mindfulness. They create art and make new friends. Our Kids Yoga program weaves fun into everything we do. Yoga builds strength, flexibility & balance fun. Call today to see what yoga can do for your child. Information for this directory comes from the advertisers and does not constitute an endorsement by New Mexico K ids!

AFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITIES continued from page 36 weekend. Feel free to register for more than one weekend. The Mustangs will provide hockey equipment for loan for the Girls Try Hockey Free Program sessions, and we will do gear fitting prior to the first session of each weekend. We have a limited amount of gear, so registration is limited to 30 players per weekend. Locations of the ice rinks: Outpost Ice Arena, 9530 Tramway Blvd. NE, Abq; Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3221 Rodeo Rd., SF. Horseback Riding Liz Sanchez Stables Riding Lessons, 7622 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos de Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-898-1810; Contact: Liz Sanchez. Website: lizsanchezstables.com. Ages: 7-86; Tues-Sun, 8am-5pm; closed Mon. We are COVID compliant. Afterschool and weekend Academy riding lesson program in a covered arena. Also, full-day horse and pony camps on all APS holidays. Tax deductible. Lessons suitable for the first-time rider to the advanced student. Group & private riding lessons also available all year. Learn how to care, groom, communicate and ride your horse. All disciplines as well as English & Western. Also bareback for balance. Riders progress at own pace and are placed in groups according to skill level. Check out our Child, Family & Adult Specials!! Visa and Mastercard accepted. “This is the place where people dream and horses fly.” Call the Stables for pricing and reservations.

September/October 2022 New Mexico Kids! 39 Make the Museum your classroom! art. history. people. Preschool Adventures in Art $60 Printmaking, sculpture, and painting. Albuquerque Museum 2000 Mountain Road NW (in Old Town) 505-243-7255 Albuquerque Youth Studios $70/$75 Kinetic sculpture, printmaking and watercolor, mixed media. Register at cabq.gov/museum-school Classes for ages 3-14 AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque

CHRISTUS ST. VINCENT PRIMARY CARE Make sure your family stays healthy by keeping up-to-date with your health care appointments. We are your convenient resource for routine check-ups, immunizations, scheduling sports physicals or caring for you when you are sick or hurt. Well-child visits, sports physicals and immunizations should be scheduled in advance. Call (505) 913-DOCS (3627) to schedule your primary care appointment at one of our five locations today. Get a Healthy Start Back to School Adult & Family Care 465 St. Michael’s Dr., Suite 240 Santa Fe, NM 87505 Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics 465 St. Michael’s Dr., Suite 200 Santa Fe, NM 87505 Entrada Contenta Health Center and Urgent Care 5501 Herrera Dr. Santa Fe, NM 87507 Family Medicine Center 2025 S. Galisteo St. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Pojoaque Primary Care 5 Petroglyph Circle, Suite A Pojoaque, NM 87506