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How To Help Your Children Kick Off A Great School Year
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The Enchanted Circle 13 Cool Summer Family Fun In Northeastern NM
Summer Music 28 SF Bandstand/South Side Offers Family Fun
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Cover Story My name is Joseph Han and I am a 4th grader at North Star Elementary School. My art teacher is Young-Sook Park. The title of my drawing is “Dog Gets Cat, Cat Gets Mouse.” I drew it with pastels. Before drawing, I enjoy the time when I think of what to draw. I thought it would be interesting to draw how a dog chases a cat and a cat chases a mouse. I am very excited that my work appears on the New Mexico Kids! magazine as a cover art.
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How To Help Your Children Kick Off A Great School Year By KAY SNYDER It’s the time of year when store shelves fill up with school supplies and children begin to count down the days until the first day of school. For parents and guardians, back-to-school time may bring dread or relief, or a mixture of both. A new school year brings new beginnings, new teachers, new friends – and sometimes new problems and anxieties. But, according to local teachers, there are several ways families can help their children – and their children’s teachers – transition into a successful new school year. 1. Help prepare students. Children don’t like being thrown into new situations any more than adults do. Some simple preparations can go a long way to ease children’s back-to-school jitters. Preschool teacher Karla Holck, who has taught preschool- age children in New Mexico for almost a decade, advises families to talk to young children so they know what to expect the first few days of school. “It is so much more beneficial to the child and the teacher to prepare ahead of time. Let [the child] know what will happen,” she says. Many preschools and
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elementary schools offer an open house so children can meet their teachers before the first day of school. Parents and guardians also can discuss the daily class schedule with their children so they know when to expect events such as lunch, play time, nap time, and especially, what time their parents or guardians will return. Families of older children can prepare students by purchasing necessary school supplies, picking up class schedules and studying school maps to help students find classes. Steven Hegmann, a history teacher at Capital High School in Santa Fe, says that although high school students often don’t receive their supply lists until school starts, families can still equip students by helping them arrive on time on the first day with pens and paper. 2. Help prepare teachers…but not necessarily on the first day. Cathy Bell, a New Mexico elementary school teacher for 41 years, stresses the importance of sharing necessary information, such as health issues and food allergies, with teachers as soon as possible. But she advises waiting to share the non-essential information until the teacher has had time to adjust to the new class. She suggests writing a letter or an email so the teacher can read it at a convenient time. Information about the family also is important to share with teachers, especially in a state that is as rich in cultural diversity as New Mexico is. Specifics about family holidays, traditions, taboos and celebrations can give teachers an understanding of how to help each child find a place of belonging in the classroom. Holck says knowing each child’s background ahead of time helps her appreciate and celebrate each child and family. “Every family is its own culture; every family is unique,” she says. And, she says, knowing the unique culture of each family helps her create a classroom where children feel like important members of a shared community. 3. Form a good relationship with teachers. Perhaps one of the best way to help children flourish in school is for parents and teachers to work together as a team. Personality differences and misunderstandings can sometimes make this difficult, but Bell suggests the effort is worth it. “Establishing a good working relationship builds a supportive environment,” she says. Bell reminds families that teachers are human too; they make mistakes and they have bad days. But speaking badly about teachers, especially in front of their students, won’t help children thrive in their new classrooms. Bell suggests parents try to be supportive of their children’s teachers, even if they don’t agree with them all the time. Respectful and honest communication between school and home is key to children’s success at school. Holck says it isn’t always perfect in a preschool setting either. “There will be issues,” she says, “but we are here to work with you. Teachers want to collaborate with families to make the classroom a healthy, safe and educational place for each student.”
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Three ‘Dreamers’ Share Their Stories By EFRAIN VILLA
“We’ve worked so hard to be a beneficial part of this country and we will not stop protecting our communities,” says Karla Molinar, a spokesperson for the New Mexico Dream Team, a youth immigrant advocacy organization with 23 affiliates statewide. “Even though the abrupt decision to end DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) created chaos and we started hearing about many people wanting to end their lives because of the stress and uncertainty, it helps when we see that there are ways to keep fighting, ways to make our voices heard.” On June 15, 2012, President Barack Obama issued an executive order creating DACA, which grants young immigrants a temporary reprieve from the threat of deportation. Since then, about 800,000 undocumented youths, known as Dreamers, have enrolled in the program. The Migration Policy Institute, a non-partisan think tank, estimates about 1.3 million young people are eligible for DACA. In New Mexico, about 60 percent of the 10,000 DACA-qualified immigrants are currently enrolled. “Originally, a lot of people reasonably feared that handing over their personal information to the federal government with no guarantee that the program would stay intact would put them at risk,” says Kristin Greer Love, a staff attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico. “Unfortunately, that is exactly what people are facing now under the Trump administration.” On Sept. 5, 2017, President Donald Trump used executive action to announce the end of DACA in what was ostensibly a move to get Congress to enact a permanent Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act, legislation that has repeatedly failed to pass since 2001. The executive order called for halting the processing of DACA applications and all protections for Dreamers by March 5, 2018, unless a DREAM Act was passed. That deadline came and went, with Congress failing to act even after political confrontations shut down the government for three days. On Jan. 9, 2018, a federal judge blocked Trump’s executive order and directed the administration to immediately continue processing DACA’s renewal applications. The processing of new applications continues to be suspended. The case may be heard before the Supreme Court as soon as October, after federal appeals courts issue rulings sometime this summer. “It’s a really difficult situation and a crisis that the Trump administration itself manufactured,” says Greer Love. “More than 100 law professors and scholars wrote to Trump in August of 2017 to explain why the DACA program is constitutional, and Trump decided to end it anyway.” Dreamers and their allies worry that deported young immigrants would not fare well in their respective countries. The average age of Dreamers when they were brought to the United States is six and a half and many do not speak the language of the country in which they were born. And many have become integral members of their American communities. More than 90 percent of DACA recipients are either employed or in school, including institutions of higher learning. Those who live in “tuition equity” states, like New Mexico, have taken advantage of policies that allow them to pay in-state tuition. Prior to the passage of DACA, young immigrants lived in the shadows, working under the table and trying to not draw attention to themselves. For DACA recipients, that is no longer an option. The government knows where they live, their place of employment and their family members’ legal statuses, so many have turned their visibility into action. Through activism, their goal is to draw as much attention as possible to their plight in hopes of gaining support from politicians, business leaders and international institutions.
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Hugo Medina – 33 years old “I was brought to the United States in 2000 when I was 15 years old. When I first arrived in Santa Fe from Mexico City, I was put into high school here and pretty much from the year 2000 to 2012, I was working full-time under the table. After high school, I tried to go to college right away but I couldn't pay for tuition. I had a really high GPA and was eligible for scholarships that I wasn't able to claim because I didn't have a Social Security number. I was able to go back to school in 2011 by paying for it on my own. I'm still going to school for accounting and business administration and I also want to finish my master’s degree and get my CPA certification. When my mother and I first came here, the original idea was to save money and go back to Mexico and pay for a franchise license we owed on my family’s business. Then my father was kidnapped in Mexico City and told that either he leaves and shuts down the business or he would be killed. So my mom, dad, younger sister and brother, we all came here to stay. When President Obama announced DACA in June 2012, that pretty much opened a whole new world for me. I applied as soon as I could, even though my siblings and I were worried about giving the government our information. Many of us who apply for DACA have illegal parents who we live with, so that is a concern. For me, the benefits of being able to work legally, get a higher-education and build credit, those things outweighed the risks. After I got DACA, I started working at the Santa Fe Community College in the financing department. So I got to know the students here in Santa Fe and what they were going through, not just in terms of immigration status but in terms of how they were paying for tuition. I started getting more involved with community organizing and New Mexico Dreamers in Action (NM DIA), sending in letters and calling politicians, working with radio stations to get our message out, working with Earth Care and encouraging people to go out and vote. DACA being rescinded represents a lot of sadness for me and my family because after these five years, we've accomplished so much. I am scared to speak sometimes but eventually you get tired of just watching and feeling powerless. I think there is value in letting people know that we’re not bad and that we're here to work, and provide for our family. I also do it for my mom and my dad. Even though they are undocumented, they tried to do things right, along with my grandfather. They requested to become legal permanent residents in 2001. It's been years since that original petition, and nothing has advanced. I have thought about giving up on activism, but I've never thought about going back to Mexico. I don't deny my roots. But my life, my friends, my family – they’re all here. I still believe that if you work hard in this country, you can have a really good life. Right now the only thing that keeps me up at night is the safety of my parents. They are in their 60s and they're still working here. If they are taken back to Mexico, they would not be able to get a job there at that age. I think a lot about ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) showing up at my house and taking my parents.” Oriandi de la Rosa – 25 years old “I came to the United States at the age of 10 from Durango, Mexico. When we left, my parents told me and my three younger siblings that we were coming for a vacation to visit family, but the reality was that my dad got laid-off. He came here looking for work. I haven’t been to Durango in 17 years. Practically anything from my childhood there is gone or changed. I could never go to the old Mexico that I remember. continued on page 10
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I was tested into Middle School when I came here, so I entered the sixth grade. I didn’t speak English at all. I was very isolated. I was frustrated with my parents, and although I was a kid who loved school and my grades had always been high, I just let everything go. I didn’t want to do well here because I was so upset that I was forced into a life change that I didn’t want. Things changed when I met people who were like me. I started involving myself in extra-curricular activities and doing my best in English. I had played soccer in Mexico on my dad’s team, so I started playing here. I asked my parents to change my classes to all English. I got through middle school and raised my grades so that I was top of everything. I started helping out other students in my same situation. My goal was to change the way children feel when things like this happen to them. I graduated from Rio Grande High School in 2010 and at the time I didn’t know what it meant to be “undocumented.” I didn’t know the actual process of going to college without a legal status, so graduation was a wake-up call for me. I had earned scholarships because of my high GPA. I was offered admission into out-ofstate schools, and I had all the dreams that every student has after high school. But because of my status, I wasn’t able to take those opportunities. I had worked so hard and I couldn’t believe that it was just being taken away from me after proving that I was the right person for all of those opportunities. It changed me completely. I was very upset with my parents. I asked them why they did this to me. I have a dad who has always been very supportive. He and my mom became involved with the community to get me enrolled at CNM (Central New Mexico Community College), knowing that we couldn’t afford other colleges. My mother and I spent the whole month, every day, just trying to register. My old principal worked to get my books sponsored. Some community organizations that I volunteered for helped out with tuition. I started school full-time that summer and got a full-time job at a fast-food restaurant to get money to pay for tuition. I found a small group of students organizing a co-op to gather resources and information for immigrant students trying to go to college. It was called NM DIA. We organized to put pressure on Obama to pass DACA, but then when it happened, I felt like this wasn’t the right opportunity for me. My parents had had another baby and I felt it would expose me and them, so it took me a while to sign up. After college, I became a family intervention specialist. I work with families and students in crises or with behavioral issues at APS (Albuquerque Public Schools). I love the kids and have always had a passion for education. So now I might lose my job because my renewal application was rejected when Trump rescinded DACA. It’s scary. I’m glad my siblings got their renewals, though. My sister is going to medical school and my brother is studying engineering. I have family members in Mexico who are also nurses and engineers, and I’ve asked them if we would do well there, and although they want to tell us ‘yes,’ the answer is ‘no.’ In order to improve my English I had to basically stop my Spanish, so it’s not at the professional level I would need to thrive there. I think we would basically be foreigners. Now that I’m out, as far as my legal status, there are many parents of my students who don’t like the fact that I showed who I really was. They think I am dangerous or that I am not capable of doing my job. One of them told me to go back (to Mexico) and requested that my principal let me go. It’s hard, because I’m the same person I was before I was vocal about my status. I’m doing my best in a situation that I did not choose. I’m just constantly trying to prove that I deserve to be here.
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All of this is especially troubling because I have a one-year-old daughter with my husband, who is in grad school. It’s so stressful that I now get sick and have stress-related health issues. I’m not the only one like me. We are educators, doctors, lawyers. I work hard to improve my community. My daughter’s future should not be affected by my past. I should not be worried that one day, I’ll just be missing – that I don’t come home or that my parents won’t be here. This is where I live. This is what I know and love. And yes, I do feel like an American. I just wasn’t born here.” Udell Calzadillas – 24 years old “I came here when I was a little child, at age three or four, for a brief period of time. Then I left to Chihuahua for six years and was brought back in 2004 and have been here since. When I was a senior in high school, I went through the typical senioritis moments, but it was a little bit more intense because I wanted to study back in Mexico with a plan of not coming back. This was before DACA, because DACA was announced in June of 2012 and I was making my college plans around March of that year. So I planned to go to el Tec de Monterrey. I bought a bus ticket to Monterrey City. I think it was for the 20th of June, and DACA was announced on the 15th. So my plans changed and I ended up not leaving. I had applied to UNM (University of New Mexico), but it was my dream to go to Columbia (University). I got accepted there, but they categorized me as an international student and they did not provide a lot of financial aid. So I thought, ‘I can’t pay this and be living in New York.’ Realistically, I had a higher possibility of getting aid in el Tec de Monterrey. So I went through this process online, through an organization called Dream in Mexico, which was founded by a former Dreamer who left the country, I think in 2010, from South Carolina. Dream in Mexico presented their non-profit in one of the United We Dream congresses I attended in 2011, and so we just kept in touch. I applied to become a Mexican consul last December. At this point, the end game for me is to work as an ambassador or something like that, as a Mexican. I went to school in Mexico first- through fourthgrade. I can speak Spanish. I teach Spanish. I’d be open to the possibility of becoming an American citizen, but I’m not going to sacrifice and beg the government to give me that opportunity. One thing that I learned from being able to travel is that Americans are not seen in a good light. When I was in Turkey and Western Europe, I traveled with U.S. paperwork, but everywhere else I would identify myself as a Mexican and I would have a better experience. The state of this country right now is very precarious, but we are in an election year, so it might change. Worst case scenario is that we go back to square one. We’ve been undocumented before and so that’s nothing different. I guess the difference is that now we’re out and about. I think the activism we see is about Dreamers speaking out not just for themselves but being a voice for those who have even more to risk, like their parents. Sometimes activism is not for everyone, because they have too much to lose. Anonymity has its luxuries, but at the same time, Dreamers now have education, networks, access to resources and can leverage those things. Plus, New Mexico is a unique place. I think the narrative would be different, maybe worse, if you go to other places like South Carolina or Georgia. I’m in a very privileged position here in which I can openly express my Mexicanness or speak in Spanish. I think in New Mexico there is less pressure to assimilate.
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The Enchanted Circle
Cool Summer Family Fun In Northeastern New Mexico By BILL NEVINS While all of New Mexico is The Land of Enchantment, one of the literally and figuratively “coolest� parts of our state is The Enchanted Circle, an 83-mile route through mountains, valleys, mesas and national forest that connects Taos, Questa, Red River, Eagle Nest and Angel Fire. The area offers lower temperatures, uncrowded natural landscapes and plenty of fun for families. Activities include hiking, swimming, boating, sight-seeing, music and sports. Just about anything you may like to do outdoors – you can do here.
everybody — young or old – to learn how to ‘cowboy up’ and have fun doing it,� says Eagle Nest Cowboy Poet Rocky Sullivan. East of Eagle Nest, a bit outside The Enchanted Circle and past the scenic and hiking-friendly Cimarron Canyon, lies the Old West town of Cimarron, once the haunt of gun-slingers whose photos and bullet-holes can still be seen on the walls of the town’s St. James Hotel. There are Old West museums, Philmont Scout Ranch and the Cimarron Cowboy Music & Poetry Gathering slated Cowboy poet Rocky Sullivan. for Aug. 24 through Aug. 26, which is Photo by Ron McGinnis. sure to please kids and families who enjoy rhymes, songs, jokes and campfire tales. (cimarroncowboygathering.com) Red River is the longtime stomping grounds of famed Western recording artists such as Ray Wylie Hubbard and Michael Martin Murphy, both of whom frequently give family friendly outdoor shows here in the summer months. In addition, says Shelby Werley of the Red River Chamber of Commerce, “We have our 4th of July parade and celebration as well as our High Mountain Half Marathon & 5K in July and our Hot Chili Days Cool Mountain Nights in mid-August.� (redriverchamber.org) The quiet village of Questa provides access to the river-winding hiking trails of the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. South of Questa, Taos has fine restaurants, music concerts, art galleries and museums and the awesome Taos Gorge. When the heat rises, New Mexico families can visit the cool, funfilled Enchanted Circle.
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Kid-friendly hikes dot The Enchanted Circle. Photo courtesy Angel Fire Resort.
Here are some summer attractions for kids and families. The Balloons Over Angel Fire gathering is held each June. This year the event included the first annual Festival Eclectica folk, blues and dance music concert, about 40 hot air balloons and chair lift rides. During the last two weeks of August, the Music from Angel Fire festival offers chamber music in Angel Fire, Taos, Las Vegas, Raton and Eagle Nest, including free ‘Young Artists’ concerts Aug. 29 in Taos and Aug. 30 in Eagle Nest. (musicfromangelfire.org/2018-season) Angel Fire Ski Resort is focused on family fun, says resort publicist Krysty Ronchetti. “Angel Fire prides itself on being a family-friendly allaround resort,� she says. “Two of our ZIP lines now accommodate kids weighing 50 pounds or more, so they can ride with their parents. We call it The Family Flyer.� Other activities available in Angel Fire include free outdoor movies, mountain biking with easier trails for kids, horseback riding, hiking, paddleboarding on the lake and free Friday evening concerts on the town plaza.Eagle Nest features a lake with a large flock of American White Pelicans and on July 21, a Cowboy Fest with free live music all day, an authentic chuck wagon dinner and an evening concert by the Broken Chair Band and friends. “It’s a great opportunity for
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June Highlights 27, High Desert Pipes and Drums, 10:30-11:30am. HDPD promotes Scottish music throughout NM and the SW. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 281-8508, abqlibrary.org. 28-30, Shakespeare on the Plaza, 7:45pm. Experience theatrical lighting, sound and fully-costumed plays that last about two hours; seats are limited, feel free to bring lawn chairs, food available from local food trucks. Free, Civic Plaza, 1 Civic Plaza NW, shakespeareontheplaza.org. 28-30, Tanabata Festival, 9am-5pm. Tanabata is a Japanese summer festival that celebrates the meeting of the deities Hikoboshi and Orihime. It is traditional for people to write their wishes on colorful strips of paper called tanzaku papers and affix them to bamboo branches. Included with admission, ABQ Botanic Garden - ABQ BioPark, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov. 29-30, 15th Annual Pork & Brew, 39pm, Fri; 11am-7pm, Sat. Bringing together barbecue vendors from around the region; beer, live music, cooking demos and interactive family activities. $6/$4 active military, 65+ and ages 3-12/free under 3, Santa Ana Star Center, 3001 Civic Center Cir NE, Rio Rancho, 891-7300, rioranchonm.org.
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Arts and Crafts Ongoing, Family Art Workshop, 12:30pm, Sats. Families create a work of art inspired by something in the museum; projects change weekly. Included with admission, ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain NE, 243-7255, cabq.gov. Perler ‘Band’ Creations, multiple library locations. Using perler beads, participants will design at least one unique perler bead character, this year, with a music twist; staff will help finish each character by using a clothes iron to melt the beads into their final form; ages 9-12. Free, see website for locations and
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schedule, abqlibrary.org. 7, String Art, 2:30-3:30pm. Love music, art and string? Join to make a one-of-akind music themed piece of art; ages 912; registration required and limited to 15. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jugamos Juntos, 10:30amnoon. Families (limited to 25 participants) take a 30-minute museum tour then create artwork; all ages. Free/$5 donations encouraged, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Domenici Education Bldg, 1701 4th SW, 246-2261, nhccnm.org. 17, Rock Star Monster Magnets, 34pm. These colorful monsters will bring smiles to your kitchen; registration required, limited to 15. Free, Alamosa Library, 6900 Gonzales SW, 836-0684, abqlibrary.org. 19, “B-Sharp”-ie Decorated Shells, 11am-noon. Tweens can enjoy the tranquility of zendoodling with permanent marker on a one-of-a-kind shell. Two shells per participant; ages 9-12, registration required, limited to 12. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 2818508, abqlibrary.org. 21, Sheet Music Magnets, 2:30-3:30pm. These cute and easy to make sheet music magnets will help display and keep things organized on the fridge or music stand; ages 9-12, registration required and limited to 15. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. 26, Summer Memories Paper Bag Scrapbook, 11am-noon. Tweens can remember the good times they had over the summer by adding favorite pictures to a paper bag scrapbook collage; participants are encouraged to bring pictures or memorabilia to add their personality to this project. One scrapbook per participant; ages 9-12, registration required, limited to 12. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 281-8508, abqlibrary.org. 28, Kids’ Day at Mama’s Minerals, 10am-4pm. Flint knapping, fossil excavation, learning to pan for gold, geode cracking, jewelry making, coloring station, fluorescent mineral darkroom, free rock & fossil bag for each child; all ages. Free, Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th NW, 266-8443, MamasMinerals.com.
28-29, Footloose Auditions, 10am2pm individual vocal auditions; 3-5pm, group choreography auditions. Strong need for experienced singer/actors, but also opportunities for beginners who wish to gain experience in acting, singing and dancing. Free, Albuquerque Little Theatre, 2nd story rehearsal room, 224 San Pasquale SW, 242-4750, albuquerquelittletheatre.org/ audition/footloose-auditions/.
Classes & Workshops Ongoing, Meditation for Kids, 1011:30am, Suns. A lighthearted and fun class where children learn to build inner
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strength and confidence by developing their good qualities; ages 4-13. $3 per child/free for parents. Kadampa Meditation Center, 142 Monroe NE, 292-5293, meditationinnewmexico.org. SW, 246-2261. ext. 34744, nhccnm.org. 11-12, Hochberg Summer Creative Writing Workshop, 10:30am-3pm; for students entering 6-9th grades. this program is a two-day workshop in which writers will engage with flash fiction and poetry. Free, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th NW, 246-2261, nhccnm.org, nmschoolforthearts.org.
Dance Ongoing, ¡Baile! Family and Friends & Rueda de Casino (Cuban Salsa) Dance Classes, 5-8pm, Weds. Family and Friends Dance Class which fosters an intergenerational learning atmosphere, 5-6pm; Rueda de Casino Dance Class (beginning and intermediate) for teenagers and adults, 6-7pm; Rueda de Casino Dance Class (intermediate and advanced), dancers must know how to keep time, closed position calls, dame, enchufla and outside turn. $5-$10 (pay what you can), National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th NW, 246-2261, nhccnm.org. Ongoing, Contra Dance, 7-10pm, 1st & 3rd Sats, 7pm, lesson; 7:30-10:30pm, dancing. Join the NM Folk Music and Dance Society for a contra dance at the ABQ Square Dance Center. $9/$8/free under 12, students ½ price, locations vary, 2892992, folkmads.org. Ongoing, Elegant English and Contra Dance, 7-9:30pm, 2nd Suns. Live, traditional band and dancing. No partner or experience necessary. $9/$8/free under 12, students ½ price, ABQ Square Dance Club, 4915 Hawkins NE, 289-2992, folkmads.org. Ongoing, Traditional Native American Dances, 2pm, Fris; 11am & 2pm Sats & Suns. A showcase of dance groups from the 19 Pueblos of NM as well as Plains Style, Navajo, Apache and Hopi dancers. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th NW, 843-7270, indianpueblo.org. 13, Ballet Folklorico Fiesta Mexicana Youth Classes Performance, 67pm. The Ballet Folklorico Fiesta Mexicana dance instructors and students have been practicing hard for six weeks to present a special performance while the students dance to Mexican music. $5/$2 child, South Broadway Cultural Center, 1-25 Broadway SE, 848-1320, cabq.gov.
Exhibits Ongoing, 2nd Saturdays at Casa San Ysidro, 1-4pm. Free admission, programming and performances; take a selfpaced tour of this historic property. Free, Casa San Ysidro, 973 Old Church Rd, 898-3915, cabq.gov. Ongoing, 3rd Thursday at ABQ Museum, 5-8:30pm. Live music and performances, hands-on art activities for kids and adults, select galleries open and
food & drink specials. Free from 58:30pm, ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, albuquerquemuseum.org. Ongoing Exhibit, A Promise Fulfilled: The Life and Legacy of Bob Chavez. Chavez is a self-taught artist from the Pueblo of Cochiti; he dedicated his life to teaching and inspiring students passing through St. Catherine’s Indian School in Santa Fe. This exhibit features his artwork as well as work and experiences of the students that passed through his realm of influence. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th NW, 843-7270, indianpueblo.org. Ongoing, Exhibit, American Jewelry from New Mexico. A major exhibition with an accompanying book published by the Museum of New Mexico Press, surveying, through more than 300 objects, all aspect of jewelry adornment from prehistory to the present. ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, albuquerquemuseum.org. Ongoing Exhibit, Da Vinci, The Genius, through July 29. This is the most comprehensive traveling exhibition on Leonardo da Vinci ever assembled. NM Natural History Museum, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org. Ongoing Exhibit, Gun Violence: A Brief Cultural History, through Aug 15. Center Gallery, Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, 500 University NE, 2774405, unm.edu/~maxwell. Ongoing, Free Friday at the Balloon Museum, 9am-5pm, 1st Fris. Explore the history, science, sport and art of ballooning and other innovative forms of flight. Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-6020, cabq.gov. Ongoing, Heritage Park Exhibit. Complete with planes, rockets, missiles, cannons and nuclear sub sail, this exhibit will attract plane buffs and historians alike. The National Museum of Nuclear Science and History, 601 Eubank SE, 2452137, nuclearmuseum.org. Ongoing, Prado on the Plaza. Prado on the Plaza will feature pieces from the Spanish royal family's collection. Free, Civic Plaza Downtown, 768-3956, albuquerquecc.com. Ongoing, XYZT: Abstract Landscapes, Thus-Mons. Step into imaginary territory of lines, dots and letters, and immerse into a virtual playground of four dimensions: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), Z (depth), and T (time). $10-$15, Artechouse, 1904 Bellamah NW, albuquerque.artechouse.com. 1, 27, Sensory-Friendly Hours at Explora, 6:30-8:30pm. In partnership with NM Autism Society, Explora offers sensory-friendly hours for visitors who prefer a less sensory-stimulating visit. Included with admission/free for children under one year and members, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8300, explora.us.
Fairs and Festivals Ongoing, ABQ Uptown Growers’ Markets, 7am-noon, Sats & Tues. A farmers market that features vendors
Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar offering locally grown produce and local crafts. Free, ABQ Uptown, East Parking Lot, 2200 Louisiana NE (Sats); Presbyterian Administration, 9521 San Mateo NE (Tues), 720-07757, abquptowngrowersmarket.org. Ongoing, Corrales Growers’ Market, 9am-noon, Suns. The market operates to support the traditional agricultural economics of the Village of Corrales and to provide community access to sustainable sources of locally grown food. Free, Corrales Growers Market Lot, 500 Jones Rd, Corrales, corralesgrowersmarket.com. Ongoing, Downtown Growers Market, 8am-noon, Sats. Over 50 produce vendors, a variety of artists, live local music and community organizations. Robinson Park, Central and 8th, 243-2230, downtowngrowers.org. Ongoing, Railyards Market, 10am2pm, Suns. Food, art, vendors, music and community. Free, Blacksmith Shop at the ABQ Railyards in Barelas, 777 1st SW, 6001109, railyardsmarket.com. 1, 5-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29, Summertime in Old Town, 7pm, Fris & Sats; 1pm, Suns (noon, Sun July 15). Live music on the gazebo in Old Town. Free, Old Town Plaza, cabq.gov. 1, 15th Annual Pork & Brew, 11am7pm. Bringing together barbecue vendors from around the region, beer, live music, cooking demos and interactive family activities. $6/$4 active military, 65+ and ages 3-12/free under 3, Santa Ana Star Center, 3001 Civic Center Cir NE, Rio Rancho, 891-7300, rioranchonm.org. 1-8, Tanabata Festival, 9am-5pm. Tanabata is a Japanese summer festival that celebrates the meeting of the deities Hikoboshi and Orihime. According to legend, they are only allowed to meet once per year and this meeting occurs on the seventh lunar month of the lunisolar calendar. It is traditional for people to write their wishes on colorful strips of paper called tanzaku papers and affix them to bamboo branches. Included with admission, ABQ Botanic Garden - ABQ BioPark, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov. 4, 10th Annual Rhythm, Blues & BBQ Festival, 11am-5pm. Hosted by African American Museum and Cultural Center of NM. Food, children’s activities and music. $20 plate/$5 children’s plate/$5 GA no food, Mr. Powdrell’s Barbecue House, 5209 4th NW, 345-8086. 4, Corrales 4th of July Parade, 10am. Parade starts at Target Road and goes south through downtown Corrales to La Entrada Road. After, enjoy Family Fun Day in the park where the Fire Department and Boy Scouts will be selling burgers and hot dogs and local community organizations will have info booths. Free, Downtown Corrales, corralesjuly4.com. 4, Freedom 4th, 3-10pm. Celebrate with one of the largest fireworks shows in the state; food vendors, Microbrew Garden, a car show and kids' activities; music headliner is Country star Jo Dee Messina. Free, Balloon Fiesta Park, 5000 Balloon Fiesta Pkwy, 768-5366, cabq.gov. 4, Red, White and Balloons, 5-10pm. Celebrate Independence Day with a fami-
ly-friendly event with the Albuquerque Concert Band, lawn activities, balloon glow and fireworks. $20/$10/free, Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 880-0500, balloonmuseum.com. 7, Lavender in the Village, 9am-4pm. More than 50 vendors of lavender, lavender products, lavender arts, fine wines, food and crafts. A full day of live music, open-air yoga classes, seminars and cooking demos about lavender, sustainable agriculture and a hands-on farm camp for kids. $8/$3 ages 4-12/free under 3, 4920 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos, 933-8650, lavenderinthevillage.com. 11, Salida Circus, 2-3:30pm. The circus is in town: come and experience the art of the circus. Free, Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 8915013, riorancholibraries.org. 14 & 27, Chuckwagon Supper Show, 5pm. Chuckwagon BBQ dinner, free flight raptor show and live music; make reservations by 2pm day of. $27/$25/$12 ages 511/free under age 5, Wildlife West Nature Park, 87 N Frontage Rd, Edgewood, 2817655, wildlifewest.org. 21, Dragonfly Festival, 10am-2pm. Learn about NM’s more than 100 species of dragonflies, their life cycle, habitat food preferences and how they help humans out. Make a craft or hang out and observe. Included with admission, Botanic Garden - ABQ BioPark, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov. 21, Route 66 Summerfest, 3pm. This family-friendly events includes the Old Route 66 Car Show, Mother Road Art Market, Kids Zone & Youth Central, food trucks and live entertainment. Headlining the music lineup is Grammy-Award winning singer Irma Thoma plus Ranky Tanky and 15 local groups on four stages. Central Ave in Nob Hill, cabq.gov. 25, Curanderismo Traditional Health Fair, 12:30-4pm. The health fair will feature well-known traditional healers, known as curanderos, from Mexico City as well as local healers from around N.M. Receive treatments and watch the curanderos practice their techniques outdoors. Free, UNM Duck Pond, University of New Mexico, 277-4296, unmevents.unm.edu. 27-28, Edgewood Music & Arts Festival, 6pm, Fri; 10am, Sat. Annual music festival that brings bluegrass, western swing, Irish and singer/songwriters. Festivities include workshops and open jams. $25/free under 12, Wildlife West Nature Park, 87 N. Frontage Rd, Edgewood, 281-7655, wildlifewest.org.
Library Events Libraries Rock! With Tall Paul, various times/library locations. This is a magic comedy show that includes juggling and puppetry. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. Symbols of Enchantment with Curious Chris, various times/library locations. Curious Chris presents hands-on science songs and skits about the plants, animals and foods of New Mexico. Use
your imagination and acting skills to become a piñon tree, a roadrunner chased by a coyote or pretend to bake biscochitos with Cookie Monster and hear the gooey tale of a tarantula hawk wasp. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. 5, Fun with Food for Tweens, 34:30pm. Create and explore making food that’s fun to play with; for tweens going into 4th-6th grades. Free, Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 8915013, riorancholibraries.org. 6, Aesop’s Fables presented, 10am. Opera Unlimited presents Aesop’s Fables with acting, music, singing, props and costumes. Free Placitas Community Library, 453 Hwy 165, Placitas, 867-3355, placitaslibrary.com. 12, D.I.Y Sound-Boosting Speakers, 11am-noon. These simple, D.I.Y. speakers will boost the sound of your phone, and can be customized to compliment a phone’s color scheme; ages 9-12. Registration required, limited to 20. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 333, 281-8508, abqlibrary.org. 20, Summer Reading Program “Libraries Rock,” 10am. Kevin Kinane, the Recycleman, will bring his international drum collection and teach kids how to play them. Free Placitas Community Library, 453 Hwy 165, Placitas, 8673355, placitaslibrary.com.
Music Ongoing, Children’s Radio Hour, 9am, Sats. Stories and music for all ages on KUNM 89.9 FM. Want to join the KUNM Kids Birthday Club? E-mail a request to kunmkids@kunm.org. Ongoing, Domingos en Arte, 7:30pm, Suns through Aug 19. A family-friendly summer event featuring live music, drinks and Latin cuisine; La Fonda del Bosque will offer themed dinners before each concert. $18/$13, Fountain Courtyard, NHCC, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. Ongoing, High Desert Pipes and Drums, 6:30-9:30pm, Thus. Bagpipe and Highland Drum lessons from beginner to advanced; ages 10+. Lessons and band practice, performance and competition tunes. Free, Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle SE, 715-4189, hdpd.org. Ongoing, Summer Concert Series: Summer Nights, 7-9pm, Thus through Aug 9. The musical concerts highlight local and regional talent in the ABQ BioPark, highlighting folk and Americana sounds including The Railsplitters, Luna Llena, Reviva and The Blue Hornets; rain or shine. $12/$6 seniors and ages 312/free ages 2 and younger, ABQ Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov. Ongoing, Summer Concert Series: Zoo Music, 7-9pm, Fris through Aug 3. The musical concerts highlight local and regional talent, highlighting folk and Americana sounds including Reckless Kelly, Cowboy Junkies, Grace Kelly, Ryan McGarvey and Lisa Loeb; rain or shine. $12/$6 seniors and ages 3-12/free ages 2 and younger, ABQ Zoo, 903 10th SW, 768-
2000, cabq.gov. Ongoing, Old Thyme Music, 11am-1pm, Sats. Americana music at the Heritage Farm. Included with admission, Botanic Garden Heritage Farm, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov. Andy Mason Music, various times/ library locations. Award winning NM musician Andy Mason brings his original, interactive, educational, award-winning, educational, bilingual, interactive, fun with music. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. Drums Around the World with Kevin Kinane, various times, library locations. Drum fun with Kevin Kinane: a chance for kids to get their hands on dozens of percussion instruments and hit, scrape and shake their way through this hour of musical excitement. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. High Desert Pipes and Drums, multiple library locations. High Desert Pipes and Drums is one of NM’s premier teaching and competition bands. HDPD promotes Scottish music throughout NM and the Southwest – striving for authenticity and excellence. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. Joe Daddy & Hoodoo Jeff, various libraries and times. The earthy sound of Joe Daddy & Hoodoo Jeff reflects to a time before overdubbed, overproduced commercialized music stripped the human element from the American music tradition; all ages. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. Ticklefish Kids Rock! With John Grant, multiple library locations/times. Highly energetic and interactive music show with all original kids’ rock-n-roll. Free, see website for list of libraries and schedule, abqlibrary.org. 10, 17, 31, Intro to Ukelele, 6:307:30pm. Learn how to play, tune and get started learning songs on the ukelele. Great for beginners, no knowledge of reading music required. Class runs four weeks, July 10-31. A limited number of instruments available so if you have a ukulele please bring it; ages 10+. Free, Esther Bone Memorial Library, Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, RR, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org. 11, John Lewis Project Youth Jazz Clinic, 9:30am-1:30pm. As part of the NM Jazz Festival and John Lewis Celebration, young jazz students will participate in a day of coaching and workshops which will culminate in a short, after lunch performance; all ages. $5, African American Performing Arts Center, 310 San Pedro NE, 222-0785, lensic.org. 11, Summer Music Series: Chris Livingston, 11am-12:30pm. Livingston will play acoustic classical and jazz on the lawn behind the library. Free, Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, RR, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org. 11-30, NM Jazz Festival. The festival features local as well as world-renowned artists and jazz masters while bringing together Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Times, prices and locations vary, 2680044, outpostspace.org. 13, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Salsa
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Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar Under the Stars, 7-10pm. Now in its 14th year, Spanish Harlem Orchestra is dedicated to the sounds of the barrio. Their music is characterized by the raw, organic and vintage sound defined by the genre. $20-$25, ABQ Museum Amphitheater, 2000 Mountain NE, 2437255, cabq.gov. 13, Summer Reading Concert: Randy Carr, 4-5pm. Randy Carr is a longtime resident of NM and a singer, songwriter and multi- instrumentalist, whose music and songs reflect a stark and sometimes humorous life of a desert dweller. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 281-8508, abqlibrary.org. 18, ABQ Concert Band, 7-8pm. The ABQ Concert Band performs and guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics (no alcohol or glass) and settle in for an evening of music that ranges from patriotic and big band to popular tunes of today. Food trucks will also be on site. Free, Anderson Abruzzo ABQ International Balloon Museum, 9201 Museum NE, 768-6020, cabq.gov/balloon. 18, Summer Reading Concert: Le Chat Lunatique, 5:30-6:30pm. As unpredictable, fearless and entertaining as their namesake, Le Chat Lunatique performs a wide range of genres, blending Western swing, classical, reggae and d00-wop into strikingly original compositions and audaciously reworked standards alike. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. 19, Music to Craft With for Tweens, 3-4:30pm. Rock on and create music-oriented crafts to hang in your room, closet or bathroom; 4th-6th grade. Free, Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org. 28, Classical Guitar Concert, 4-5pm. Solo classical guitar performance by Paul Nielsen; all ages. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org. 28, Jugamos Juntos: Bailando Con Familia, 10:30am-noon. Free, $5 donations encouraged, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Domenici Education Building, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 29, SF Opera Summer Concert, 3pm. Performance featuring Santa Fe Opera artists performing a wide-ranging repertory of vocal and chamber music. Most Summer Concerts are free, no reservations required. First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle NE, 884-1801, santafeopera.org.
Science & Nature Ongoing, Dynatheater Shows. Movies are shown on a five-story white screen with two projectors and digital surround sound. Titles range from Galapagos: Nature’s Wonderland 3D to Humpback Whales; see website for schedule. $7/$6/$5/free ages 2 & under, Lockheed Martin Dynatheater, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org. Ongoing, Family Fun Days, noon5pm, Suns starting July 8. Weekly crafts, outdoor activities and experiments to
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deepen discovery of the world. Each week offers a unique craft that can be taken home. Free, Bachechi Open Space, 9521 Rio Grande NW, 314-0420, bernco.gov. Ongoing, First Friday Fractals & Fractals Rock!, 6-9pm, 1st Fris. First Friday Fractals is an award-winning fulldome planetarium show that takes viewers on a tour of the fractals in nature and zooms through infinitely complex mathematical fractals. Fractals Rock! shows are “less talk, more rock;” the shows usually sell out so buy tickets in advance. $10/$7/$5, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org. Ongoing, FPV Drone Racing, 14:30pm, 3rd Suns. In cooperation with Southwest Pod Racing (SWPR), the Balloon Museum hosts FPV drone racing events, live feeds, hands-on simulators, educational demonstrations and food truck fare; all ages. Included with admission, Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-6020, cabq.gov. Ongoing, Planetarium Shows, The 55-foot full dome theater features education and entertaining multimedia presentations on astronomy and space science. Now showing are Black Holes and Enchanted Skies. See website for schedule. $7/$6/$4/free under 3, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org. Ongoing, Toddler Time, 9-11am, Mons. Explora opens an hour early for caregivers and toddlers 5 and under 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. 7, 14, 21, Master Gardeners, 10am3pm. Drop by to ask the Master Gardeners any gardening questions like, what to plant and how to make flowers grow. Free, Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abqlibrary.org. 9, 23, CoderDojo, 5:30-7:30pm. Join volunteer coding experts and try coding. Bring a laptop if you can, the library has limited supplies for in-library use; ages 7-17. Free, Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org. 10, Be A Rock Star With Explora, 23pm. Students use microscopes and magnifying loupes to discover the main types of rocks, model the rock cycle and perform a series of tests to unearth a mystery mineral; ages 9 -12, registration required. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org. 10, Twilight Tour at the Zoo, 6:308:30pm. Nighttime brings interesting animal behavior that can be seen on a guided tour through the Zoo. (Please note that not all animals are out at night.) Tours will occur, rain or shine. $15/$10 youth and seniors, ABQ BioPark Zoo, 903 10th SW, 764-6214, cabq.gov. 14, Shark Discovery Day, 10am-2pm. Learn about sharks’ amazing adaptations, keen senses and important roles in ocean ecosystems. Included with admission, ABQ BioPark Aquarium, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.
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17, Bosque Moonlight Hike, 6:308:30pm. During this guided tour, travel to the Bosque wetlands to look for bats, hoot for owls and search for other nocturnal animals; bring your flashlight and sense of adventure. $15/$10 youth and seniors. Tingley Beach, 1800 Tingley SW, 848-7180, cabq.gov. 21, Jugamos: Vamos Afuera — Who, Who Was Ultima’s Owl?, 10:30amnoon. Meet different live, non-releasable owls that live in and around the ABQ Bosque. Free, $5 donations encouraged, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Domenici Education Building, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org. 20-21, Aquarium Overnight, 6:30pm, Fri-8am, Sat. Explore the Aquarium at night, learning about ocean animals and their nighttime behavior; visit the touch pool, play a game, get crafty and watch a marine movie during this sleep over; under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $30, Aquarium - ABQ BioPark, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov. 21-22, July Half-Price Weekend, 9am. All single admission tickets will be halfoff to the Zoo or Aquarium and Botanic Garden (children under 3 are always free). ABQ BioPark, 903 10th SW, 7682000, cabq.gov. 24, Night Walks at the Botanic Garden, 6:30-8:30pm. Bring the family and explore the wonders of nightfall during a walk on a guided tour through the Garden in search of night-blooming plants, nocturnal animals and night pollinators. $15/$10 youth and seniors, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 7682000, cabq.gov. 28-29, Science Girl’s Lab, 1:30-2pm & 3:30-4pm Sat; 1:30-2pm, Sun. A presentation where audience members become science heros; all ages. Included with admission, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8300, explora.us.
Sports Ongoing, Yoga for Kids, 10-10:45am. An introduction to yoga for age 5+. An instructor will guide children through traditional poses and end with a simple art project; dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat if you have one, none provided. Free, Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abqlibrary.org. 15, Chunky Monkey Run 10, 5K and Kids K, 8am. Runners and walkers will enjoy the flat and fast course as well as ice cream, House of Bread and more at the finish. $15-$30, Valley High School, 1505 Candelaria NW, active.com. 28, West Down Town Bike Tour, 5pm. A portion of the proceeds from this bike tour will go to Children’s Grief Center of NM’s support groups for ages 5-25 that are grieving the death of a loved one. tcrproductions.com.
Stage Jack and the Beanstalk with Opera Unlimited, multiple library locations/times. The story possesses just the right larger-than-life characters for a
children’s opera. Free, see website for locations and schedule, abqlibrary.org. 1, In The Heights, A New Musical, 2pm. The universal story of a vibrant community in NY’s Washington Heights neighborhood, a community on the brink of change, full of hopes and dreams as well as struggles. Musical Theatre Southwest, 6320-B Domingo NE, 265-9119, MusicalTheatreSW.com. 20-21, 27-28, Peter Pan Jr. Fly away to Neverland with Peter and the Darling children in this adaptation of Disney’s beloved animated film; check website for times. $10, South Broadway Cultural Center, 1025 Broadway SE, 848-1320, cabq.gov. 22, African Children’s Choir Performance, 9:30 & 11am, St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church; 6:30pm, First Christian Church. The choir melts hearts with charming smiles, beautiful voices and lively African songs and dances. The program features well-loved children's songs, traditional Spirituals and Gospel favorites. Performances support African Children's Choir programs, such as education, care and relief and development. Donations accepted, St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, 4601 Juan Tabo NE, 293-9673; First Christian Church, 10101 Montgomery NE, 294-0630, africanchildrenschoir.com.
Storytelling & Books Ongoing, Albuquerque Public Libraries. Albuquerque libraries offer serveral reading and storytelling activities including Spanish and bilingual events. Check abqlibrary.org for the full schedule. Ongoing, Read to the Dogs, 11am-1pm, 3rd Sats. Read to the dogs, children not yet reading can listen while they visit with the dogs; register upon arrival. Free, Esther Bone Library, 950 Pinetree SE, RR, 8915012, riorancholibraries.org. Ongoing, Read to the Dogs, 11am-1pm, 2nd Sats. Read to dogs, children not yet reading can listen while they visit with the dogs; register upon arrival. Free, Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org. Ongoing, Storytime at the Garden, 10:30am, Fris. Relax in the Botanic Garden as volunteers read stories about plants and animals from around the world. Aimed at the youngest gardengoers, this includes tales and educational facts and activities. Each week features a different theme; tour Garden and see story themes come to life. Included with admission, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov.
Support Groups Ongoing, Anaphylactic Food Allergy Support NM, 1st Mons. A group for families who live with severe food allergies and for those who want to learn more (emotional and social peer support, no medical advice); monthly parent meetings and family activities. Call or check
Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar Facebook for location, 414-9377, nmfoodallergy@gmail.com, Facebook NMFoodAllergySupportGroup. Ongoing, Autism/Asperger Peer Support Groups. Open to everyone on the autism spectrum. Free, sign up at grasp.org. Ongoing, Children’s Grief Center of NM. A safe place for families to share their experiences as they grieve. Call for info, 323-0478, childrensgrief.org. Ongoing, Epilepsy Support Groups. Group focuses on studies of epilepsy and the brain, and discusses how to improve lives while living with epilepsy. Call 2439119 or check website for details on when and where groups are held. epilepsysupportnm.org. Ongoing, Foster Parent Information Meeting. Find out what it takes to make a difference in the life of a child through foster and/or adoption. CYFD, 800-4322075, 452-6099. Ongoing, Greater ABQ Family Child Care Assoc. Meetings. Connect with other child care providers; receive support, networking and training. Call 2936380 for details. Ongoing, La Leche League of ABQ, Mother-to-mother support and info to breastfeeding moms and those preparing to breastfeed. Various locations, 821-2511/ help line 886-1223, lllnm.org. Ongoing, Mamas & Babies Group. A fun way to meet other families with little ones; join the Facebook group for updates and locations: Mamas & Babies (Birth Network). 123 Wellesley SE (and other locations like parks). Ongoing, MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers, Christian group for moms w/kids newborn-5 years. Support, fellowship, learning & sharing with guest speakers, crafts/activities & discussions. Groups throughout ABQ, MOPS.org. Ongoing, NM Breastfeeding Task Force, Greater ABQ Area Chapter, 11am-noon, 4th Tues, followed by Free Breastfeeding Support, noon-1pm. Los Griegos Community Ctr, 1231 Candelaria NW, breastfeedingnewmexico.org, Facebook: Mamas & Babies (Birth Network). Ongoing, OCD Support Group, Kids and teens can learn more about this misunderstood diagnosis and gain support and information from others with OCD and related disorders. Free, North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7521 Carmel NE, 350-1849, check Facebook. 14, Family Day Camp, 8am. A fourhour day camp for families grieving the death of a loved one. Families will have an opportunity to work on healing activities as a family, with time to share with others; register by July 11 by calling. Free, Children’s Grief Center, 3001 Trellis NW, 323-0478, childrensgrief.org. 28, Celiac Disease/Gluten Intolerance/Wheat Allergy Support Group Potluck, noon-2pm, 4th Sats. Support for the newly diagnosed and all coping with these issues. Potluck and an educational discussion. Free, Jewish Community Center, 5520 Wyoming NE, glutenfreealbuquerque.com.
Just for Teens Ongoing, Code Club, 4-5:30pm, 4th Thus. Learn how to program computers; ages 12-17. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Friday Teen Nights, 6:309:30pm, 1st & last Fris. Video games, open gym, game room and music; for ages 1317. Free, Raymond G Sanchez Community Center, 9800 4th NW, 468-7800, bernco.gov. Ongoing, Nerdy Crafting for Teens and Tweens, 4pm, 1st Fris. All skill levels welcome, learn a new craft each month, each with a delightfully nerdy theme like Pokemon shrinky-dinks and Star Wars, ages 12+. Free, Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Role-Playing Games for Teens, 3:30-5:30pm, 2nd Weds. Test your luck and strategic skills while creating characters and work through imaginary worlds; ages 13-19. Free, Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Teen Advisory Group, 56pm, 4th Weds. This is a chance for teens to recommend books, magazines, audio books, DVDs and other material; ages 13+. Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org. Ongoing, Teen Game Night, 5:307:30pm. Board games, card games, Nintendo and Wii among others; ages 13-18, Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Young Adult Group Meeting, 3rd Weds, 3:30-5pm. Book inspired discussion, snacks and craft; ages 13-18. Free, Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, 897-8816, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Youth Radio: Generation Justice, 7pm, Suns. The voices of NM teens via news, commentary, interviews, music. KUNM 89.9 FM, kunm.org. Colorful Washer Wind Chimes, Multiple library locations/times. Dress up ordinary hardware to make a colorful toy for the wind; registration required, limited to 12. Free, see website for schedule, abqlibrary.org. Play the Harmonica with Kevin Kinane, various times, library locations. Get a free harmonica and everything needed to get started with this instrument; ages 13-17, registration required. Free, see website for locations and schedule, abqlibrary.org. The Science of Sound, multiple library locations/times. An interactive presentation about the history and science of recorded sounds. Includes several hands-on activities including recording voice straight to a vinyl record using a restored 1940’s record cutter. Musicians, feel free to bring your instrument and record your own vinyl single to take home for free (time permitting); ages 1317; registration required; limited to 20. Free, see website for locations and schedule, abqlibrary.org. 11, Fandemonium for Teens: My Little Pony, 5:30-6:30pm. Join other teens at Fandemonium and explore new worlds; new fandom each month; ages
13-19. July’s theme is My Little Pony. Free, Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org. 11, Fluid Painting, 2-3pm. Learn how to pour, drip and run paint across a canvas to create abstract art; ages 13-17, registration required; limited to 20. Free, Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abqlibrary.org. 12, Face Masks for Teens, 3-4:30pm. Using plaster bandages and their own faces, teens will create and decorate masks to bring out their inner Rock Star; ages 13-17; registration required, limited to 10 participants. Free, San Pedro Library, 5600 Truman SE, 256-2067, abqlibrary.org. 12, “Permanently Yours” Decorated Mugs, noon-1pm. Teens will use permanent markers to design and create colorful mugs. One mug per participant; ages 13-17, registration required, limited to eight participants. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 281-8508, abqlibrary.org. 16, 24, Escape Room, 2-2:30pm & 2:303:30pm. Teams solve puzzles, figure out clues and escape the room while the clock is ticking; ages 13-17, registration required, 10 participants per time slot. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org. 19, 25, International Candy Tasting. Sample candies from around the world and try to guess where they're from, winner gets a prize; ages 13-17; registration required; limited to 30. Free, Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 8888100, abqlibrary.org. 26, Code Club for Teens, 2-3pm. Do your children love video games? Would you rather have them learning useful skills and exercising their mind? Come join and learn how to program computers. Teens will love being able to create their own video games and websites, and in the process they will gain useful skills; ages 13-17, registration required. Free Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abqlibrary.org. 26, D.I.Y Duct Tape Fidget Spinner, noon-1pm. learn how to make a simple spinner; ages 13-17, registration required, limited to 12. Free, East Mountain Library, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 281-8508, abqlibrary.org.
Especially for Parents Ongoing, Adult Art Time, 4th Suns. Join and express creativity: drop in and paint, draw, color or sketch; materials provided. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Adult Zentangle Club, 23pm, 2nd & 4th Sat. The Zentangle Method is an easy to learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns; supplies provided. Lomas Tramway Library, 908 Eastridge NE, 291-6295, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Adult Sensory Storytime: Libraries for Everyone, 10:45-11:45am, 2nd & 4th Tues. This is a story time, for adults with special needs, that incorporates adaptive storytelling, interactive
reading, crafts, social stories and more. The story times provide special need adults access to multi-modal learning and opportunities to develop sensory processing skills needed in everyday life. Free, South Valley Library, 3904 Isleta NW, 877-5170, abqlibrary.org. 20, Adult Night at Explora, 6:3010pm. Live music, exhibit exploration and activities. Details on website; ages 18+. $8/$5/free explora members, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us. 24, Beer for a Beer for a Better Burque, 3-10pm. Tonight at all ABQ Tractor locations, for each beer purchased, choose which 2018 beneficiary non-profits receive $1: Explora, Equality for NM, Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network or Cancer Services of NM. ABQ Tractor Brewing locations, getplowed.com.
Also of Interest Ongoing, Monthly Teen and Tween Movie Showing: 4:30-6pm, 2nd Mons. Relax and watch your favorite movies; ages 9-18. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. Ongoing, Movies on the Plaza, dusk, Weds & Fris. An open-air series of family-friendly movies in the heart of the city. Some seating available but bring portable seats, blankets and lawn chairs. Mobile concession stand available; this event is dog and bike friendly. Free, Civic Plaza, 401 2nd NW, 768-4575, albuquerquecc.com. Family Movies, multiple library locations and times; all ages. Free, see website for full schedule abqlibrary.org. 2, The Great American Read - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (PG), 5:15-7:15pm. The Great American Read explores the power of books through the lens of American’s 100 bestloved novels as voted by the public. This movie showing is for all ages. Free, Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abqlibrary.org. 11, Jailhouse Rock (1957), Summer Reading Movie, 7-9pm. Vince Everett is serving a one-year jail sentence for manslaughter. While in the big house, his cell mate, a former country singer, introduces him to the record business; starring Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler and Mickey Shaughnessy. Free, KiMo Theatre, 423 Central NW, 768-3544, kimotickets.com. 14, Second Saturday at Casa San Ysidro: Simon Ortiz Poetry Slam, 14pm. Explore the importance of Simon Ortiz’s work on Native American Literature. Free, Casa San Ysidro, 973 Old Church, Corrales, 898-3915, cabq.gov. 15, Ice Cream Social with Girl Scouts, 1-3pm. Join Girl Scouts of NM Trails and make “I s’CREAM for Girl Scouts.” Learn about what makes Girl Scouts a choice for girl leadership opportunities and programs to build girls of courage, confidence and character. Free, 4000 Jefferson Plaza NE, 343-1040, nmgirlscouts.org. 18-22, Volunteers Needed for NM Senior Olympics State Summer
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Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar Games. The games are in need of 500 volunteers to help this year with every aspect of supporting the different games and events; people over the age of 16 are welcome to help. Call the volunteer coordinator at 897-8860 or visit 18nmstatesummergamesvols.my-trs.com. 21, Open House/Clothing Drive at Thriftique, 10am-6pm. Celebrate SAFE House’s independent thrift store, Thriftique’s, one year anniversary with a clothing drive celebration; bring donations; donuts, coffee and snacks provided. Free, 6001 Lomas NE, Suite Q, 2659233, safehousenm.wixsite.com. 21, Parent’s Night Out, 6-10pm. Drop the kids off for laser tag, pizza and a movie while you enjoy a nice break. $20/$10 siblings, Bates Premier Taekwondo & Jiu Jitsu, 3880 Menaul NE, 9859091, batespremiertkd.com. 26, Water Balloon Toss, noon-1pm. Played like a traditional egg toss; ages 912, limited to 20. Free, Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abqlibrary.org.
August See July for More Ongoing Activities
Arts and Crafts 4, 11, Jugamos Juntos, 10:30am-noon. Families (limited to 25 participants ) take a 30-minute museum tour then create artwork; all ages. Free/$5 donations encouraged, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Domenici Education Bldg, 1701 4th SW, 246-2261, nhccnm.org.
Auditions 24-25, Auditions for Nutcracker in the Land of Enchantment and Regional Dance America SW Festival 2019, 6pm. More than 100 roles cast from ages 7-professional level dancers including 1st act party parents and children. Professional level dancer parts are paid. $10, Dance Theater SW, 3805 Academy Pkwy South, NE, 296-9465, festivalballetabq.org. 25, Auditions for Ballet Repertory Theatre’s The Nutcracker and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 10-11am, 9-12 years old; 11:15am-12:15pm, 12-14 years; 12:30-2pm, 14 years - professional; 2-2:30pm, adult characters. Audition for company dancers for the 2018/2019 BRT Season. Free, Ballet Repertory Theatre, 6913 Natalie NE, 888-1054, brtnm.com.
Mountain NW, 224-8300, explora.us. 12, Meet a Scientist at Explora, 14pm. Drop in and meet local scientists as they share their work with visitors through activities and conversation. Included with admission, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8300, explora.us. 24-26, Bubonicon 50 Art Show. Bubonicon focuses on science fiction and fantasy literature. It also features an art how, film screenings, gaming, a costume contest, auctions, science talks and audience participation events. This year’s Friday auction proceeds will benefit the Jack Williamson Library Collection at Eastern NM University and the local Roadrunner Food Bank. $15-$45, Marriott Uptown, 2101 Louisiana NE, bubonicon.com.
Fairs & Festivals 4, African American Performing Arts Center’s 10 Years on the Block (Block Party), 4-10pm. 310 San Pedro NE, 222-0785, aapacnm.org. 4, Downtown Summerfest, 4-10pm. This family-friendly event includes an artisan market, microbrew garden, food trucks, children’s activities and live entertainment from local and national acts; Robert Randolf & the Family Band headline. Free, Civic Plaza, Downtown ABQ, cabq.gov. 16, Obon Festival at Japanese Garden, 7-8:30pm. An annual Japanese tradition, which commemorates one’s ancestors; make paper lanterns. Included with admission, Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 848-7172, cabq.gov. 18, Westside Summerfest, 4-10pm. Food trucks, Microbrew Garden, artisan market, children’s activities and live entertainment from local and national acts; national headliner: Ozomatli. Free, Cottonwood Mall, cabq.gov. 26, 2018 Albuquerque Tomato Fiesta, 11am-3pm. Tomato Fiesta features heirloom tomato tastings, a Garden Trade Fair, free plant clinics, tomato sales, cooking demonstrations and free activities for kids. $5/free under 12, Albuquerque Garden Center, 10120 Lomas NE, 263-9066, albuquerquetomatofiesta.com.
Library Events 1, How to Use a Telescope, 6-7pm. A member of the Rio Rancho Astronomical Society will introduce astronomy basics and how to use and borrow one of the library’s Orion Starblast 4.5 Telescope Kits; all ages. Free, Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, RR, 8915013, riorancholibraries.org.
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1Ω , ABQ Concert Band, 7-8pm. The ABQ Concert Band performs. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics (no alcohol or glass) and settle in for an evening of music that ranges from patriotic and big band to popular tunes of today. Food trucks will also be on site.
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Free, Anderson Abruzzo ABQ International Balloon Museum, 9201 Museum NE, 768-6020, cabq.gov/balloon. 2, 9, 16, 23, Chatter Summer Concert Series, 6-7pm. Chatter revolutionizes the audience experience of classical music at intimate, informal venues. Free, ABQ Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 2437255, cabq.gov. 8, Summer Music Series, Diane Richardson, 11am-12:30pm. Diane Richardson will perform contemporary vocal jazz on the lawn behind the library (bring sunscreen). Free, Esther Bone Library, Esther Bone Memorial Library, 950 Pinetree SE, RR, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org. 25, Dulcimers: Sweet Sounds of History, 1-2pm. Mountain and Hammered Dulcimers have earned a place in American musical heritage. Be introduced to these instruments through a variety of music styles, from traditional to contemporary. Free, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abqlibrary.org.
Openhouses 23, Monte Vista Christian Church, 56:30pm. Open house for Fall Semester. Free, Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus NE, 934-7409, albuquerquegirlchoir.org.
Science & Nature Ongoing, Pop-up STEAM Room Makerspace. Get creative with a cardboard construction prototype area and explore the fascinating intersections between Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Included with admission, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us. 7, Twilight Tour at the Zoo, 6:308:30pm. Observe interesting animal behavior while taking a tour of the Zoo in a small group led by a guide. (Please note that not all animals are out at night.) Tours will occur, rain or shine. $15/$10 youth and seniors, ABQ BioPark, 903 10th SW, 764-6214, cabq.gov. 14, Bosque Moonlight Hikes, 6:308:30pm. During this guided tour, travel to the Bosque wetlands to look for bats, hoot for owls and search for other nocturnal animals. Bring a flashlight and a sense of adventure while hiking through the woods. $15/$10 youth, seniors. ABQ BioPark, 848-7180, cabq.gov. 17-18, Aquarium Overnight, 6:30pm, Fri-8am, Sat. Explore the Aquarium at night, learning about ocean animals and their nighttime behavior; visit the touch pool, play a game, get crafty and watch a marine movie during this sleep over; under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $30, Aquarium - ABQ BioPark, 2601 Central NW, 768-2000, cabq.gov. 28, Night Walks at the Botanic Garden, 6:30-8:30pm. Bring the family and explore the wonders of nightfall during a walk on a guided tour through the Garden in search of night-blooming plants, nocturnal animals and night pollinators. $15/$10 youth and seniors, ABQ BioPark
Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 7682000, cabq.gov.
Sports 19, Dirty Dash Mud Run 9am. Wildlife West Nature Park, 9am. The Dirty Dash proves that anyone can “play dirty.” This filthy 5K empowers couch potatoes and athletes alike to put on their running shoes. You don't have to be tough to play dirty; for ages 12+. $45/$20 kids 12 and under, 87 W Frontage Road, Edgewood, albuquerque.thedirtydash.com.
Especially for Parents 14, Beer for a Beer for a Better Burque, 6-8pm. Tonight at all ABQ Tractor locations, for each beer purchased, choose which 2018 beneficiary non-profits receive $1: Explora, Equality for NM, Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network or Cancer Services of NM. ABQ Tractor Brewing locations, getplowed.com. 17, Parents’ Night Out at Explora, 610pm. Enjoy an evening out, or in, while your child has fun at Explora, with staffled exhibit exploration and activities; dinner included; registration closes noon Aug 14 or when full. Call for fees, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8341, explora.us.
Support Groups 7, Back to School Bootcamp, 6pm. The Children’s Grief Center will be hosting a one hour and 45-minute workshop for young people and their guardians to help prepare students for the new school year after the death of a loved one; register by Aug 3. Free, Children’s Grief Center, 3001 Trellis NW, 323-0478, childrensgrief.org. 25, Celiac Disease/Gluten Intolerance/Wheat Allergy Support Group Potluck, noon-2pm, 4th Sats. Support for the newly diagnosed and all coping with these issues. Potluck and an educational discussion. Free, Jewish Community Center, 5520 Wyoming NE, glutenfreealbuquerque.com.
Also of Interest 10, S’mores Day with Girl Scouts, 58pm. Join Girl Scouts of NM Trails as they add excitement to National S’mores Day and learn “s’more about Girl Scouts.” Learn about what makes Girl Scouts a choice for girl leadership opportunities and programs to build girls of courage, confidence and character. Free, 4000 Jefferson Plaza NE, 343-1040nmgirlscouts.org.
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Let’s Read Let’s Read Let’s Read These book reviews were written by 4th graders in Shari Stewart’s class at Manzano Day school.
Rory the Dinosaur Needs a Christmas Tree Author & Illustrator: Liz Climo Publisher: Little, Brown & Company Ages: 3-6 Rory is a dinosaur that lives with his dad on an island. It’s Christmastime and everybody is setting up, but Rory and his dad are setting up the most. They hang their stockings over the fire, get cookies for Santa, and even hang a wreath on their door. But then they realize that they don’t have a tree, so they go out to find one. They look all over, but they just can’t find one. Then
when they get home, Rory realizes that Christmas isn’t about the tree. It’s about celebrating with family and friends, and spending time with the ones you love. I like this book because it shows you that Christmas isn’t about the tree or gifts you get, it’s about spending time with family. I also like this book because Rory’s dad helps Rory as much as he can to make his son happy, and in the end Rory’s dad does make Rory happy. Rio C., 10
Far Apart, Close in Heart Author: Becky Birtha Illustrator: Maja Kastelic Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company Ages: 4-8 This book is about kids whose parents have gone to jail. The parents have to go to jail and the kids feel different emotions inside. Lots of the kids write letters to their parents. One even writes to her mom,” Why are you there, is it my fault, when are you coming home, do you
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still love me?” All the kids have been acting really weird. One kid feels mad at her mom because her mom just came back from jail and broke another law and had to go back to jail. One kid feels happy in the day time but at night she feels lonely and scared. But in the end, they forgive their parents. I really liked this book. It explains a lot about character and feeling. I recommend this book to younger kids. I would probably feel the same if my parent or parents went to jail. You will probably like this book if you are interested in what happens if you break the law. Nartey B., 10
so her grandma can remember that every day. This book made me feel nice inside and thankful that my grandma can still remember me and my name. I really like the illustrations because they are very colorful and descriptive. I’d recommend this book to younger kids. I think this book is a little sad because the grandma loses her memory. I also think that this book is relatable because so many people have grandparents who lose their memory. Zoey S.,10
Professional Crocodile Author: Giovanna Zoboli Illustrator: Mariachiara Di Giorgio Publisher:Chronicle Books Ages: 4-6 This story is about a crocodile who gets up every day, brushes his teeth, gets dressed and goes to work. He travels over roads and does every-
Grandma Forgets Author: Paul Russell Illustrator: Nicky Johnston Publisher: EK Books Ages: 5-8 It’s always sad when your grandma starts forgetting. It’s even more upsetting when she can’t remember you or your name. This story starts out with a little girl and her grandma, and every time she sees
thing a normal human would do.He goes down into a subway, and gets food and flowers.He finally gets to his job at the zoo. This book has no words. You can interpret the story in your own way. It has beautiful pictures. It’s a great story, and the crocodile has human characteristics. Spencer B., 9
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her grandma, it’s like meeting her for the first time. The grandma even forgets simple things like the rules of a game, but they make the most of it and make up new rules for the games. The little girl remembers her grandma’s sky blue car taking old ladies to bingo night but grandma doesn’t remember any of it. Even though grandma can’t remember, the little girl always says, “I love you,”
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June Highlights June 26, Arts Alive! Hands-On Workshop: International Mud Day, 10am-2pm on the hour. Free, SF Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, mollie@santafebotanicalgarden.org, santafebotanicalgarden.org. June 30, Mural Demonstration, 6pm. Peruvian printmakers collaborate with local artists to create a mural at the museum. Enjoy live screen printing (paper provided, bring tshirts or bandanas too), live music by La Chamba, pop-up artists market and food trucks. Free, Santa Fe Railyard, 332 Read, 9823373, museumfoundation.org.
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Ongoing, First Friday Art Activity, 5-7pm, 1st Fris. Create drawings while exploring the use of color in modern artwork; all ages. Included with admission/ free to NM residents with ID and under 18 years, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson, 946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org. Ongoing, Fun Art Friday, 2:30-4:30pm, Fris. Explore a variety of artistic processes during Open Art Studio, Included with admission/free members, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 9898359 ext 115, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Ongoing, Sand Day Saturday, 10amnoon, Sats through Aug 11. Play and learn in the outdoor science classroom for toddlers; explore sand and water through digging, castle building and “cooking;” toys, tools and equipment provided. Free, Santa Fe Railyard Park’s Children’s Play Area, 740 Cerrillos, 3163596, railyardpark.org. 1, Artists Talks, Live Screen Printing, Pop Up Artist Market, 1pm. Peruvian printmakers collaborate with local artists to create a mural. Hear artists speak, enjoy live screen printing, paper will be provided (bring a tshirt or bandana too) and attend a pop up artist Market. Free, Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, On Museum
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Hill, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org, museumfoundation.org. 1, Families Make History Workshop, Computer Generated Music, 1:303:30pm. What does computer generated music look like? What is an Arduino? Learn the answers, make your own, and meet accomplished composer and performer of computer-assisted music, Dr. Panaiotis, Assistant Professor of Music and Electrical & Computer Engineering at the UNM, who will bring with him several of his invented instruments along with computer apps which replicate musical sounds. Included with admission, NM History Museum/ Palace of the Governors, 113 Lincoln, 476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org. 10, Backyard Beautification Craft, 3:30-4:30pm. Ages 6-12 years old create objects for the garden. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org. 11, Backyard Beautification Craft, 3:30-4:30pm. Ages 6-12 years old create objects for the garden. Free, Santa Fe Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org. 12, Backyard Beautification Craft, 3:30-4:30pm. Ages 6-12 years old create objects for the garden. Free, La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org. 17, Superb Sands Craft, 3:30-4:30pm. Ages 6-12 create with sand. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar, 9552828, santafelibrary.org. 18, Superb Sands Craft, 3:30-4:30pm. Ages 6-12 create with sand. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org. 19, Superb Sands Craft, 3:30-4:30pm. Ages 6-12 create with sand. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.
Ongoing, Jewish Kids Club, 3:30-5pm, Weds. Give your child a fun and exciting Jewish experience; give them a chance to learn Hebrew - conversational and reading - Jewish songs, art, cooking and Krav Maga; bring Jewish heritage alive with fun activities. Santa Fe Jewish Center Chabad, 230 W Manhattan, 983-2000, santafejcc.com. 9-10, Hochberg Summer Creative Writing Workshop, 10:30am-3pm. For students entering 6-9th grades. this program is a two-day workshop in which writers will engage with flash fiction and poetry. Free, New Mexico School for the Arts, 275 E Alameda, 310-4194, nmschoolforthearts.org. 10, Arts Alive! 10am-2pm, every hour, on the hour. Hands-on workshop for ages 3-103: Flower Art. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden entrance free for participants during workshop hours. Free, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. 24, Arts Alive! 10am-2pm, every hour, on the hour. Hands-on workshop for ages 3-103: Nature Sculpture. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden entrance free for participants during workshop hours. Free, Santa Fe Botanical
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Dance Ongoing, Contra Dances, 7-10:30pm 2nd & 4th Sats. NM Folk Music & Dance Society presents a live, traditional band and dancing. $8 members/$9 non-members/½ off for students w/ID. Locations vary, 345-8041, folkmads.org. Ongoing, Free Children’s Outreach Flamenco Class, 4:30-5:30pm, MonsThus. A flamenco dance class and percussion class for ages 6-12. Free, El Flamenco de Santa Fe, 135 W Palace Ave, 209-1302, entreflamenco.com. 14, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, 8pm. An evening of contemporary ballet feature a world premier by choreographer Bryan Arias. $54-$94, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W. San Francisco, 984-8759, lensic.org. 20, Arte Flamenco Society, Juan Siddi Flamenco, 8pm. This ensemble delivers a bold theatrical flamenco experience with authentic flair directly from Spain. 425$65, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W. San Francisco, 984-8759, lensic.org. 24, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Pilobolus, 8pm. Part Darwinian investigation, part love story, Symbiosis sweeps views away with an emothional duet. $36-$94, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W. San Francisco, 984-8759, lensic.org.
Exhibits Ongoing, Crafting Memory: The Art of Community in Peru. This exhibition explores the new directions taken by current Peruvian folk artists during the recent decades of social and political upheaval and economic change. The exhibition will highlight the biographies and social histories of contemporary artists along with examples of work that preserve family tradition, reimagine older art forms, reclaim pre-Columbian techniques and styles, and forge new directions for arte popular in the 21st century. Museum of International Folk
Art, 706 Camino Lejo, On Museum Hill, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org. Ongoing, Second Sundays, 10am-8pm. As a show of appreciation for New Mexicans, entry fees are discounted every second Sat. In July guests can join staff, interdimensional tourists, dancers, musicians and aerialists in an immersive and participatory experience. Kids pick up a Passportal at the front desk and collect stamps from performers to win prizes; all ages. $8.50/$11/$12, Meow Wolf, 1352 Rufina Circle, 780-4458, meowwolf.com. Ongoing, The Black Place: Georgia O’Keeffe and Michael Namingha. An installation of the photographically based work of Michael Namingha in conversation with Georgia O’Keeffe’s paintings and drawings of a western NM landscape she called The Black Place. Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 946-1000, 217 Johnson, okeeffemuseum.org. Ongoing, Thursdays are Yours, 46:30pm, Thus. The museum thanks Santa Fe and NM with free admission for children under the age of 16. Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Ongoing, Wee Wednesdays, 9-11am, Weds. The Santa Fe Children’s Museum opens an hour early with a special exploration, activities and storytime. Included with admission, $7.50/$5 child/free members, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org.
Fairs & Festivals Ongoing, Market Fresh Cooking, 9:30-11:30am, every other Tues, Railyard; Mercado del Sur, every other Tues starting July 10; 3:30-5:30pm every other Weds starting July 11. Extension Nutrition Educators, Santa Fe chefs and market vendors lead informal, on-site cooking demonstrations teaching tips, tricks and simple recipes using local ingredients. Free, Railyard, 332 Read, 982-3373, FarmersMarketInstitute.org. 4, Pancakes on the Plaza, 7am-5pm. Pancake breakfast, children’s activities, silent auction, car show, arts & crafts and live musical entertainment. $8 advance/$10 day of/$30 for four, Santa Fe Plaza, 670-1406, pancakesontheplaza.com. 7-8, Young Native Artists Summer Show & Sales, 10am. Begin collecting art, jewelry, pottery and more from the next generation of Native American artists and craftspeople. Children and grandchildren of artists associated with the Palace of the Governors’ Portal Program will demonstrate and sell their own arts and crafts in the Courtyard of the Palace of the Governors; enter at the historic blue gate on Lincoln. Free, NM History Museum, 113 Lincoln Ave, 476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org.. 10-31, POP Club!, 9:30-11:30am, Tues, Railyard; Mercado del Sur, 3:30-5:30pm, Tues; 3:30-5:30pm, Railyard, Weds. During this five-week program, families can get creative with hands-on activities, talk to farmers, try new food and win prizes. Every participant ages 3-17 gets $2 worth of tokens to spend each week-day mar-
Santa Fe Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar ket they visit. Free, FarmersMarketInstitute.org. 12, Community Celebration for the International Folk Art Market, 28:45pm. Folk artists demonstrations and walking tour 2-4pm Downtown Santa Fe; Artist procession and musical performance, 6-8:45pm, Santa Fe Plaza. Free, folkartmarket.org. 13-15, 2018 International Folk Art Market. A mecca for master folk artists and catalyst for social change across continents. More than 150 artists participate, trekking to the US from 60 different countries. Prices vary, free for ages 16 and under 10am-5:30pm Sat, 9am-5pm Sun, Museum Hill, folkartmuseum.org. 14, Healthy Kids Celebration & Family Fun Day, 10am-2pm. Activities and wellness for the family that include free fitness classes, a magician, face painting, hands on activities, healthy snacks, free bike helmets and a dunk tank. Free, Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3321 Rodeo, stvin.org/healthy-kids. 15, Community & Family Day: Children’s Passport Program, 9am-5pm. Follow the yellow footsteps to the book to interact with artists, learn about other countries and receive the country’s flag sticker for their passport - when they have explore the world, children earn a badge celebrating their travels. Create Wish Flags, Yucca Bracelets and a chalk Mural at Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 10am-noon; performance by Meow Wolf the Dragons of the World, Market stage 1pm; hands-on art activities, MOIFA Atrium 1-3pm; music workshop, MOIFA Auditorium, 3pm. $15 adults/free 16 and under, folkartmuseum.org. 21-22, ¡Viva México! Fiesta, 10am4pm. Celebrate the music, culture, food and art of Mexico; listen to mariachis, shop in the mercado and eat local food. $8/$6/free, El Rancho de las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261, golondrinas.org.
Music 5, Sunset in the Garden Concert Series, 5pm-sunset. OrnEtc Jazz Band with raucous originals that are melodydriven and played without traditional chordal instruments to emphasize the interplay between melody, improvisation and the rhythm section. $10/$7 members/$2 ages 6-15/free under age 6, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. 6, Music at the Museum, 5-7pm. Local musicians perform live while the entire museum is open. Included with admission, NM Museum of Art, 107 W Palace, 476-5072, nmartmuseum.org. 16, Summer 2018 Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival Youth Concert, Flute, Harp & Strings, 10am. Enlightening, appealing and fun for kids: Tara Helen O’Connor, flute; June Han, harp; Orion String Quartet. Free, St. Francis Auditorium, 107 W. Palace, 983-2075, ext 113, sfcmf.org. 16, 23, 30, Youth Concert, 10-11am. The NM Museum of Art and SF Chamber Music partner on this series providing a variety of experiences with artists engag-
ing children (and their accompanying adults) through storytelling, musical instruments and styles. Free, NM Museum of Art, 107 W Palace Ave, 476-5072, nmartmuseum.org. 19, SF Opera Summer Concert, 7pm. Performance featuring Santa Fe Opera artists performing a wide-ranging repertory of vocal and chamber music. Most Summer Concerts are free, no reservations required. Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assis, 131 Cathedral Place, 9825619, santafeopera.org. 23, Summer 2018 Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival Youth Concert, Piano & Winds, 10am. Enlightening, appealing and fun for kids: Soyeon Kate Lee, piano; Robert Ingliss, oboe; Todd Levy, clarinet; Julia Harguindey, bassoon; Jennifer Montone, horn. Free, St. Francis Auditorium, 107 W. Palace, 983-2075, ext 113, sfcmf.org. 26, SF Opera Summer Concert: Cabaret, 8:30pm. Performance featuring Santa Fe Opera artists performing a wide-ranging repertory of vocal and chamber music. Most Summer Concerts are free, no reservations required. Meow Wolf, Meow Wolf, 1352 Rufina Cir, 3956369, santafeopera.org. 30, Summer 2018 Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival Youth Concert, Bach Father & Son, 10am. Enlightening, appealing and fun for kids: Bart Feller, flute; Robert Ingliss, oboe; Mark Kosower, cello; Julia Harguindey, bassoon; Kathleen McIntosh, harpsichord. Free, St. Francis Auditorium, 107 W. Palace, 9832075, ext 113, sfcmf.org.
2:30pm, Suns. Join in for hands-on gardening and nature crafts projects in the Earthworks Garden (weather permitting). Included with admission/free members, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Ongoing, Train Club, 10am-2pm, 2nd & 4th Sats. Members of the Santa Fe Model Railroad Club host activities and do demonstrations with the train sets at the museum. Included with admission, $7/$5 child/free members, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org.
Science & Nature Ongoing, Daily Animal Feedings. The animals kept here are cold blooded which means they do not need to eat as often as warm blooded creatures and most do not eat every day but a group of animals is fed every day at this popular event. $7-$4/free ages two and under. Harrel House Bug Museum, 542 N. Guadalupe, 695-8569, harrellhouse.com. Ongoing, Garden Sprouts Pre-K Activities, 9am, Fris (except Jul 20). A hands-on program for 3-5 year olds and their caregiver. Listen to a book and participate in interactive nature and garden related activities. $5 suggested donation/free members and under 12, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo. 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. Ongoing, Meet Cornelius, 3-4pm, Suns. Say “Hi” to the museum’s corn snake, Cornelius. Watch him eat his weekly dinner; please be aware that Cornelius will not be able to come out when he is shedding or not feeling well. Included with admission, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Ongoing, Science Saturdays, 1-3pm, Sats. Scientists and STEM instructors visit the museum to conduct experiments, explorations and demonstrations. Included with admission/free members, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. Ongoing, Seeds and Sprouts, 12:30-
4, Community Day at the Garden, 9am-4pm. Free admission for NM residents and students (please provide NM ID or school ID); no pets please. Free, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 4719103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. 11, Solar Astronomy, 11am-1pm. See solar activity on the surface of the sun with special telescopes. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org. 13, Solar Astronomy, 11am-1pm. See solar activity on the surface of the sun with special telescopes. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org. 13, Peace Pets, 3:30-4:30pm. Exotic animal rescue where kids can meet some local wild life; all ages. Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org. 13 & 27, Stargazer Planetarium Night, 6-8pm. See the new portable planetarium and enjoy a full night of activities. Included with admission/free members, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. 14, Peace Pets, 1:30-2:30pm. Exotic animal rescue where kids can meet some local wild life; all ages. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org. 15, Peace Pets, 1:30-2:30pm. Exotic animal rescue where kids can meet some local wild life; all ages. Free, Santa Fe Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafe-
library.org. 18, Solar Astronomy, 11am-1pm. See solar activity on the surface of the sun with special telescopes. Free, La Farge Library, 1730 Llano, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.
Stage Ongoing, Backstage Tours, Santa Fe Opera, 9am, Mons-Fris, through Aug 24. Discover how an opera comes together; a one-hour tour - comfortable dress and shoes are recommended; all ages. $10/$8 seniors/free up to age 22, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, SantaFeOpera.org. 2-Aug 25, Opera Insiders, 8:30am, Sats. Begin with a light breakfast followed by a lively talk at 8:45am by an opera insider, concluding with a backstage tour. Free, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, SantaFeOpera.org. 13, Family Night at Santa Fe Opera: Candide, 8:30pm. Sung in English, select performance evenings featuring special pricing for families. $50/$30 first two adults/$15 children, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, santafeopera.org. 13-15 & 20-22, Grease, 7pm, Fris & Sats; 2pm, Suns. Rock out with the ‘greasers’ and the Pink Ladies in the classic 1950s musical Grease, performed by Pandemonium Productions’ Youth Theatre. $10/$6 ages under 12, The James A. Little Theatre, 1060 Cerrillos, 982-3327, pandemoniumprod.org. 13-15, 20-22, 27-29, A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, 6pm. Enjoy one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies; bring blankets or lawn chairs and maybe umbrellas. By donation, Courtyard of Monte del Charter School, 4158 Walking Rain, 490.6271, SFshakespeare.org. 20, Family Night at Santa Fe Opera: Madame Butterfly, 8:30pm. Sung in Italian, select performance evenings featuring special pricing for families. $50/$30 first two adults/$15 children, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, santafeopera.org. 26, St. Elizabeth Shelter Jammin’ for the Homeless, 7pm. Enjoy an evening of local music while raising awareness and doing a part to end homelessness in Santa Fe. All proceeds to benefit St Elizabeth Shelters & Supportive Housing. $25$75, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W. San Francisco, 984-8759, lensic.org. 28, Family Night at Santa Fe Opera: Ariadne Auf Naxos, 8:30pm. Sung in German, select performance evenings featuring special pricing for families. $50/$30 first two adults/$15 children, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, santafeopera.org.
Storytelling & Books Ongoing, Santa Fe Public Libraries. Santa Fe libraries offer serveral reading and storytelling activities including Spanish and bilingual events. Check santafelibrary.org for the full schedule. 11, 18, 25, Summer Reading Program, Libraries Rock!, 2pm. Children are
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sion, speakers, discuss the joys and challenges of being a primary caregiver as a grandparent. 1911 5th, suite 100, RSVP and check for updates by calling 703-8645789, lascumbres-NM.org. Ongoing, La Leche League Meeting, 2nd Thus, 1pm. All mothers and mothersto-be are welcome. Encouragement, support and discussions on various topics of breastfeeding. Free, Indigo Baby, 185 Paseo De Peralta, 466-2738, llli.org. Ongoing, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group, 2nd Mons, noon; 4th Mons, 6pm. Meetings for families, friends and caregivers. Always open to new members. Dragonstone Building, 313 Camino Alire, room 307, 395-6204, namisantafe.org. Ongoing, Santa Fe Chapter of the NM Autism Society, 6:30-8pm, 3rd Fris. Holy Family Episcopal Church, OA Bisbee Court, 424-0095, holyfamilysantafe.org.
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Ongoing, Railyard Artisans Market, 10am-4pm, Suns. This market represents a wide array of NM artists and craftspeople. Free, Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Pavillion, santafefarmersmarket.com. Ongoing, Santa Fe Artists Market, 8am-2pm, Sats. Fine art and crafts from local juried artists. Free, The Railyards north of the water tower, santafeartistsmarket.com. Ongoing, Saturday Farmers’ Market, 7am-1pm, Sats. Santa Fe Farmers Market at the Railyard with veggies, meats, crafts and body care products among many others. Free, 1607 Paseo de Peralta, 983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com. Ongoing, Tuesday Market, 7am-1pm, Tues. Load up on farm fresh goodies, enjoy music and food. Free, 1607 Paseo de Peralta, 983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com. Ongoing Wednesday Market, 3-6pm. Market with pottery, jewelry, live music and sculpture among others. Free, 1607 Paseo de Peralta, 983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com. 14, Family Movie Matinee, 2:30-4pm. Family-oriented movies for all ages. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2828. santafelibrary.org. 21, Dog Days of Summer, noon. Learn about therapy dogs, assistance dogs and other pups with jobs. Please do NOT bring your own dog to the library, but please come meet the ones visiting. Free, Vista Grande Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, 4667323, vglibrary.org.
20-21, Cody Landstrom Summer Reading Party, 10:45-11:45am, Fri; 2:303:30pm, Sat. Magic, magic, magic! Free, Southside Library, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org. 22, Cody Landstrom Summer Reading Party, 1:30-2:30pm. Magic, magic, magic! Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.
Ongoing, Young Adult Book Club, 45:30pm, last Suns. Ages 14-18 meet to discuss the month’s book; participants receive a 15 percent discount if the book is purchased from Collected Works. July Book: A Million Junes by Emily Henry. Free, Collected Works Bookstore & Coffeehouse, 202 Galisteo, 988-4226, cwbookstore.com. 13-14, Smart Device Filmmaking Workshop for Kids, 6-9pm. Ages 13-17 are invited to make a movie. Learn basic shooting techniques, how to light a scene, record sound and edit film using just a smart device. All levels welcome, must be able to attend both sessions; proceeds will be donated to NM Women in Film. $35, Meow Wolf, 1352 Rufina Cir, 395-6369, meowwolf.com.
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Ongoing, Adoption Triad Support Group of Santa Fe, 1st Weds, 6pm. For birth parents, adoptees, women who have lost a child through adoption and adoptive parents. Call for details. Free, 1600 Lena Street, Building C, 466-3839, asgsf.org. Ongoing, Anaphylactic Food Allergy Support NM. A group for families who live with severe food allergies and for those who want to learn more (emotional and social peer support, no medical advice); monthly parent meetings and family activities in ABQ with occasional meetings in Santa Fe. Call for more information, 414-9377, or on Facebook at NMFoodAllergySupportGroup. Ongoing, Epilepsy Support Groups, Group focuses on studies of epilepsy and the brain, and discusses how to improve lives while living with epilepsy. Call 2439119 or check website for details on when and where groups are held, epilepsysupportnm.org. Ongoing, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group, 2nd Thus, 4:30-6:30pm. The first hour is social time which includes, dinner; the 2nd hour child care, adults group discus-
Ongoing, El Mercado del Sur, 3-6pm Tues. Guests can get health screenings, view food demos, try samples of healthy, low-cost meals and live music. Free, Plaza Contenta, 6009 Jaguar, 983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com. Ongoing Family Movie Matinee, 7pm, Tues in July. Different film each week, all moves rated (G); all ages. Free, Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, 466-7323, vglibrary.org. Ongoing, Ghostwalker, 5:30pm, Tues, Fris & Sats, from Hilton Santa Fe; 5:45pm from Eldorado Hotel. Take a journey back in time where you'll hear the legendary folk tales of the Pueblos, Spanish and Wild West; bring a camera as "ghostly" sightings have been reported. $15, 986-8388, historicwalksofsantafe.com. Ongoing, Kid-Friendly Canyon Road Tour, Thus-Sats by Request. For families with children ages 5-9 (older children would enjoy the standard Canyon Road Tour and those with younger children can request a special tour). Visit three Canyon Road Galleries and take part in closelooking activities, meet an artist and explore materials. $25+tax/$15+tax children, $75 minimum. Art House, 231 Delgado, 985-5298, santafearttours.com.
2, Arts Alive!, 10am-2pm, on the hour. Hands-on workshop for ages 3-103: Make a Weaving with Trash. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum entrance free for participants during workshop hours. Free, Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, On Museum Hill, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org. 5, Families Make History Workshop, Navajo e-Jewelry, 1:30-3:30pm. Join in for a jewelry demonstration integrating Navajo traditional patterns with electrical source materials, crafting something that is quintessentially 21st century NM. Included with admission, NM History Museum/Palace of the Governors, 113 Lincoln Ave, 476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org. 7 & 9, Arts Alive!, 10am-2pm, on the hour. Hands-on workshop for ages 3-103: Glass Bead Design. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Museum entrance free for participants during workshop hours. Free, Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, On Museum Hill, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.
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Fairs & Festivals 1-8, POP Club!, 9:30-11:30am, Tues, Railyard; Mercado del Sur, 3:30-5:30pm, Tues; 3:30-5:30pm, Railyard, Weds. During this five-week program, families can get creative with hands-on activities, talk to farmers, try new food and win prizes. Every participant ages 3-17 gets $2 worth of tokens to spend each week-day market they visit. Free, FarmersMarketInstitute.org. 1-4, Santa Fe County Fair. Enter arts, crafts, baking and photography; enjoy animals, games exhibits food and entertainment. Family Day is Aug 4 with Barnyard Olympics, live music and Meet A Mule. Fairgrounds on Rodeo Road, 4714711, santafecounty.nm.gov. 4-5, 46th Annual Arts and Crafts Show, 9am-6pm, Sat; 9am-4pm, Sun. A juried show that features the work of more than 160 national, local and professional artists. Proceeds from the booth fees benefit Girls Inc. of Santa Fe. Historic Santa Fe Plaza, girlsincofsantafe.org/arts-crafts. 4-5, The 2nd Annual Pamza Llena, Corazón Contento: NM Food and Beer Festival, noon-6pm. Experience historic methods of food preparation, lear from food historians, attend demonstrations, shop and see live music. $8/$6 ages 1318/free 12 and under, El Rancho de las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261, golondrinas.org. 18-19, Santa Fe Indian Market, 7am5pm Sat; 8am-5pm, Sun. This market attracts more than 100,000 visitors from around the world to buy art directly from roughly 1,000 artists from more than 200 federally recognized tribes from the U.S. and Canada. Sat schedule: Market on the Plaza, 7am-5pm; Market Stages music & dance Performances, 9am-4pm; Live Auction and Gala, 6pm; Native Cinema Showcase Family Night: Coco, 8-10:30pm (food trucks on site). Sun schedule: Market on the Plaza, 8am5pm; Fashion Challenge/Native American Clothing Contest, 9am-noon; Market Stages music & dance Performances 94pm; Indian Market Haute Couture Fashion Show, 2-3pm. See website for prices and locations, swaia.org.
Music 2, Sunset in the Garden Concert Series, 5pm-sunset. Musical guest: The Gruve. $10/$7 members/$2 ages 6-15/free under age 6, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. 6, Summer 2018 Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival Youth Concert, Mozart Piano Trio, 10am. Enlightening, appealing and fun for kids: Simon Crawford-Phillips, piano; Harvey de Souza, violin; Kaisa William-Olsson, cello. Free, St. Francis Auditorium, 107 W. Palace, 983-2075, ext 113, sfcmf.org. 6, Youth Concert, 10-11am. The NM Museum of Art and SF Chamber Music partner on this series providing a variety of experiences with artists engaging children (and their accompanying adults)
Santa Fe Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar through storytelling, musical instruments and styles. Free, NM Museum of Art, 107 W Palace Ave, 476-5072, nmartmuseum.org. 17, Indian Market Concert, 6-7pm. The NM Museum of Art and Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival are presenting a free concert of Roberto Capocchi during Indian Market weekend. NM Museum of Art, 107 W Palace Ave, 476-5072, nmartmuseum.org.
Science & Nature 10 & 24, Stargazer Plantarium Night, 6-8pm. See the portable planetarium and enjoy a night of activities. Included with admission, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. 12, Stellar Summer Celebration, 11am-4pm. Celebrate the stellar summer season. Included with admission, Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359, santafechildrensmuseum.org. 25, Bird Walk, 8-10am. Spend a morning in the unique wetland habitat and learn about the diversity of birds from Rocky Tucker, volunteer bird guide. Free, Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org. 31, Community Day at the Garden, 9am-4pm. Free admission for NM residents and students (please provide NM ID or school ID); no pets please. Free, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 4719103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Stage 2, Family Night at Santa Fe Opera: Doctor Atomic, 8:30pm. Sung in English, select performance evenings featuring special pricing for families. $50/$30 first two adults/$15 children, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, santafeopera.org. 3-5, A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, 6pm. Enjoy one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies; bring blankets or lawnchairs and maybe umbrellas. By donation, Courtyard of Monte del Charter School, 4158 Walking Rain, 490.6271, SFshakespeare.org. 17, Family Night at Santa Fe Opera: The Italian Girl Algiers, 8:30pm. Sung in Italian, select performance evenings featuring special pricing for families. $50/$30 first two adults/$15 children, Santa Fe Opera, 301 Opera, 986-5900, santafeopera.org. 18-19, 21-26, 28-31, 2018 Shakespeare in the Garden: Midsummer Night’s Dream, 7:30pm. This is a a collaboration with the SF Botanical Garden, Shakespeare in SF and the Shakespeare Guild; gates will open at 6pm for picknicking and pre-show renaissance music. $45/$35/$10 ages 16 and under, Santa Fe Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 4719103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.
Also of Interest 4, Conquer Heights. Empower Girls.
9am-6pm. Fundraiser for Girls Inc of Santa Fe. Fundraisers who raise a minimum of $1,000 will earn a spot to go Over the Edge (spaces limited) off the roof of the La Fonda. Girls Inc. of Santa Fe, 301 Hillside, 982-2042, girlsincofsantafe.org. 10, Ice Cream Social, 5-6:30pm. Ice cream on the museum’s patio, courtesy of Häagen-Dazs, then enjoy the summer exhibitions. Served from 5pm til it’s gone. Included with admission, NM Museum of Art, 107 W Palace Ave, 476-5072, nmartmuseum.org. 11, Family Movie Matinee, 2:30-4pm. Family-oriented movies for all ages. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar, 955-2828. santafelibrary.org. 12, Summer Fling VGPL Fundraiser, Ice Cream Social, 1-4:30pm. Children’s activities, chess, silent auction, live auction, fruit crisps, ice cream, rootbeer floats and live music. $8/$5/free ages 5 and under, Eldorado Community Center, 1 Hacienda Loop, vglibrary.org.
Elsewhere in the Region Pueblo Feast Days 1st or 2nd Weekend in July, Annual Taos Pueblo Pow-Wow: Taos, 575758-1028, taospueblo.com, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. July 4, Celebration at the Waterfall: Nambe, 455-4400, nambepueblo.org, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. July 14, St. Bonaventure Feast Day: Cochicti Pueblo, Annual Feast Day, Corn Dance. Cochiti, 465-2244, pueblodocochiti.org, indianpueblo.org/19pueblos/feast-days. July 25, Santiago Feast Day: Taos & San Ildefonso Pueblos, Corn Dance, Taos, 575-758-1028, taospueblo.com; San Ildefonso, 455-3549, sanipueblo.org, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. July 26, St. Anne Feast Day: Santa Ana Pueblo, Annual Feast Day; Taos Pueblo: various dances; Laguna Pueblo: Harvest & various dances at Seama Village. Santa Ana, 867-3301, santaana.org; Taos, 575-578-1028, taospueblo.com; Laguna, 552-6654, lagunapueblo-nsn.gov, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 2, Persingula Feast Day: Jemez Pueblo, Annual Feast Day. Jemez, 575834-7235, jemezpueblo.com, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 4, St Dominic Feast Day: Santo Domingo Pueblo, Annual Feast Day, Corn Dances. Santa Domingo, 465-2214, santodomingotribe.org, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 9, Picuris Pueblo: San Lorenzo Mass & Sunset Dances. Picuris, 575-5872519, picurispueblo.org, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 10, Anniversary of Pueblo Revolt of 1680: San Lorenzo Feast Day; Picuris Pueblo: Annual Feast Day, Ceremonial Foot Race, Pole Climb & Traditional Dances; Acoma Pueblo: various dances, Acomita Village. Picuris, 575-5872519, picurispueblo.org; Acoma, 800-747-
0181, acomaskycity.org, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 12, Santa Clara Feast Day: Santa Clara Pueblo, Annual Feast Day, Buffalo, Corn Dance. Santa Clara, 753-7326, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 15, The Assumption of Our Blessed Mother Feast Day: Zia Pueblo: Annual Feast Day, Corn Dances; Zia Pueblo: Harvest & Other Dances, Mesita Village. Zia, 867-3304, zia.com, indianpueblo.org/19-pueblos/feast-days. Aug 28, St. Augustine Feast Day: Isleta Pueblo: Annual Feast Day; Morning Mass, Procession, Dances. Isleta, 869-3111, isletapueblo.com, indianpueblo.org/19pueblos/feast-days.
Aug 25, Bear Festival, 10am-2pm. Learn about the bears that share our space and better understand what people can do to make sure both humans and bears stay safe. Free, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Rd, 6620460, peecnature.org.
LOS LUNAS July 18, Music Guild of New Mexico, 10:30-11:30am. Using music from Peter & the Wolf, the Music Guild of NM will introduce us to how musical instruments can be used to create characters and tell stories. Free, Los Lunas Library, 460 Main NE, 839-3850, loslunaspubliclibrary.org.
LOS ALAMOS Ongoing, Autism Support Group, 67:30pm, 3rd Mons. This is an informal support group for parents, friends and family of autistic children and adults. Share challenges and successes. Free, Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange St, 662-4515, lafsn.org. Ongoing, La Leche League Meeting, 3rd Tues, 6pm. All mothers and mothersto-be are welcome. Encouragement, support and discussions on various topics of breastfeeding. Free, Unitarian Church, Classroom 2, 1738 North Sage Loop, 4120862, llli.org. Jul 11, Summer Family Evenings: Learn about DNA Barcoding with Los Alamos Makers, 6:30pm. Staff from Los Alamos Makers will make an introduction to DNA Barcoding and demonstrate how to extract DNA from most organisms and start testing plants, food and yourself! $5 non-member family/free member family. Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Rd, 6620460, peecnature.org. July 14, Discovery Day at Science Fest. A family-fun day where attendees enjoy interactive science demonstrations, a kids activity area, music, food, beverages and performances. Ashley Pond Par, Trinity Drive and 20th St, losalamossciencefestival.com. July 14, Electric Vehicle Show, 10am1pm. The center’s parking lot will be filled with an array of electric-powered vehicles including models from Tesla, Chevy, Nissan, Toyota, Audi and iZip bikes. Free, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Rd, 662-0460, peecnature.org. July 15, Culture and Nature Community Picnic: Water Brings Life, 11am3pm. Enjoy the Cottonwoods, historic homes, view of the river and more at Los Luceros Historic Site during a community picnic. Free, Los Luceros Historic Site, Off State Route 68, peecnature.org. July 25, Summer Family Evenings: Harrell House Bug Museum, 6:30pm. The Harrell House of Natural Oddities will bring a selection of live critters including tarantulas, scorpions, insects and centipedes, crabs and Wade Harrell will be on hand to answer questions and share amazing facts about these unusual animals. $5 non-member family/free member family, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Rd, peecnature.org.
TAOS Ongoing, Music & Movies On The Green, 6-11pm, Weds through Aug 8. Special entertainment before each movie; family friendly, bring chairs, blankets and a picnic, concessions available. Free, Kit Carson Park, 575-751-2037, taoschamber.com. Ongoing, Taos Plaza Live, 5:30pm, Thus through Aug 23. Live music and family entertainment. Free, Historic Taos Plaza, taoschamber.com. Ongoing, Taos Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group, 1st Wed, 5:30-7:30pm. The first hour is social time which includes, dinner; the 2nd hour child care, adults group discussion, speakers, discuss the joys and challenges of being a primary caregiver as a grandparent. Enos Garcia Elementary School, 305 Don Fernando, RSVP and check for updates by calling 703-864-5789, lascumbres-NM.org. Ongoing, Taos Farmers Market First Day, 8am-12:30pm, Sats. Fresh local vegetables and fruits, cheese and dairy products, baked goods, honey, grass fed meats, eggs, jams, flowers and plants; live music and entertainment. Free, Taos Town Plaza, taosfarmersmarket.org. July 4, 4th of July Celebration, noon. Live music and duck races, lunch, explore. taosskivalley.com. July 6-8, Freedom from Violence Arts and Crafts Fair, 10am-5pm. Event This is a unique event during the summer tourist season that blends the incredible artistry of Taos with a deeply important cause and call to action. Free, Kit Carson Park, taoscav.org. July 20-22, Fiestas de Taos. Honoring the culture, traditions and all things Taos for generations. Enjoy cuisine, traditional music and fellowship. Historic Taos Plaza, fiestasdetaos.com Aug 11, Dog Days of Summer, 4-10pm. Back for its 9th year, the beloved Dog Days of Summer Concert will feature topnotch talent and will benefit Stray Hearts Animal Shelter in Taos — an organization dedicated to ensuring a life free of suffering and pain for animals through education, spaying and neutering and sheltering animals needing a home. $20, KTAO Solar Centera Pavillion, 575-7706033, holdmyticket.com.
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“We’re hoping to shed light on narratives that don’t get heard, like those of the people of the South Valley,” said 14-year-old artist Hawthorn BolgerWitherspoon about South Valley, a book she hopes will reach marginalized communities and that she had an integral part in creating. Bolger-Witherspoon lives in the South Valley near Albuquerque and is of Jicarilla Apache, Mexican and Chichimeco descent. She teamed up with Jimmy Santiago Baca, a local awardwinning poet, to create South Valley. The book features a poem from Santiago Baca about a reformed street gang member who works as a janitor and fights for civil rights. Using family friends as models, Bolger-Witherspoon took the photographs for South Valley, many of which she then stylized to look like paintings. Bolger-Witherspoon said she hopes that South Valley will not only inspire those who feel under-represented but also will increase literacy in New Mexico. Bolger-Witherspoon plans to give away copies from a truck, along with others involved in its making and La Plazita Institute in the South Valley, an organization dedicated to gang intervention and the rehabilitation of incarcerated youth. “We’re hoping this will get more books into houses that usually don’t (have books),” said Bolger-Witherspoon. South Valley is not the only place to find Bolger-Witherspoon’s artwork. The Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., has placed two of her photographs of the South Valley in an educational video. A mural she contributed to can be seen from I-25 in Albuquerque. She said that in addition to photography and painting, she also enjoys writing poetry. In the future, she said she wants to publish another book with more of her artwork. Bolger-Witherspoon said she hopes her art motivates “people who come from backgrounds where they feel like it is impossible to become anything. Hopefully, they will see themselves as represented, get out of the cycle and help the next generation.”
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Summer Music SF Bandstand/South Side Series Offers Family Fun By BILL NEVINS Summer in New Mexico means music and dancing, and one of the best places for families with kids to dance and listen to tunes is in Santa Fe. And it’s free! Santa Fe Bandstand is a summer music festival on the Santa Fe Plaza running from late June through Aug. 10, with several shows each week. The festival is presented by the nonprofit, community-based organization Outside In Productions, which has worked since 1995 to bring free live entertainment and educational presentations into such institutions as shelters, treatment residences, nursing homes and correctional facilities. Mike Dellheim, Executive Director of Outside In, said this year the organization will offer performances at both the Santa Fe Plaza bandstand — where all ages are welcome – and on the South Side, which is aimed specifically at kids and their families. “This is our 16th year of the Families dance at Swan Park during a South Side Bandstand,” concert. Photo by Stefano Fortunati. Dellheim said. “Santa Fe is a very warm and supportive community for the kind of work we do, and we are very happy to continue to bring free shows by top-shelf performers to the public here.” All Bandstand shows run from 7:15 p.m. to 8:45 pm. Performers on the Plaza include R&B funksters Josh Hoyer and Soul Colossal on June 26; Joe West on June 27; songwriter Boris McCutcheon on June 28; Billy D and the Hoodoos on June 29; the beloved Western music Bill Hearne Trio on July 5; The Sticky on July 6; Afro-dance Wagogo on July 10; rockabilly Dale Watson on July 11; Chilean singer Pascuala Iliabaca on July 12; Chicano rockers Lumbre del Sol on July 13; Alex Maryol on July 17; Peruvian dance band Baracutanga on July 18; Louisiana singer and piano player Marcia Ball on July 19; The Pleasure Pilots on July 20; poet Hakim Bellamy with guitarist John Maestas on July 24; Irish traditional group I Draw Slow on July 25; Cajun-style Bayou Seco and conjunto band Lone Pinon on July 26; bluesy rockers JJ and the Hooligans on July 31; Santa Fe Opera Apprentices and New Mexico singer Nacho Mendez on Aug. 1; Flamenco-rock Manzanares on Aug. 2; bluegrass duo Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley on Aug. 7; songwriter Jono Manson on Aug. 8; Taos Pueblo artist Robert Mirabal on Aug. 9. The season ends with a costumed Meow Wolf Monster Battle Party on Aug. 10. The South Side Series will take place at Swan Park on Jaguar Drive near Cerrillos Road every Saturday in July, starting with a concert by salsa/cumbia sensations Nosotros on July 7, and including shows by the Tyler Brandon country band on July 14, female quartet Ley Line plus Spanish rockers Jenny and the MexiCats on July 21, and Afro-beat band Changui Majadero on July 28. The South Side Series is designed for kids and their families, “with plenty of grassy lawn space for picnics, and some really fun kids’ events,” Dellheim said. No reservations are needed for any of the performances. Just show up! For details visit santafebandstand.org.
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The Young Scientist By AILEEN O’CATHERINE
Did you ever think that something as common as the dirt beneath your feet could be important? Some scientists say that soil is the most important part of the planet. Some call it the skin of the Earth. We need soil to grow our food. Soil also stores water. But did you know that soil cleans the air as well? In the future, that capacity to scrub the air may be soil’s most important job. As our planet’s climate changes from the effects of global warming, scientists are hard at work to find solutions to that problem, and soil may play a key role. Soil is made up of the decomposing remains of plants and animals and contains many microbes. Soil that is permanently frozen is called permafrost. This frozen soil is at or below the freezing point of water, which is 32 degrees Fahrenheit. It covers a large part of the Earth’s Arctic, which lies at the Earth’s northernmost pole. The amount of land covered in permafrost is enormous. It takes up about one-fourth of all the land in the Northern Hemisphere. The word permafrost is made up of two parts: perma and frost. It was long thought the permafrost would always be frozen. That’s the reason for the perma part of the word. But the Earth’s temperature has been rising. This is because excess carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases have been put into the atmosphere in modern times. Most of these gases are a result of human activities. The gases act like heat traps close to the planet’s surface, which causes global temperatures to rise — even in the Arctic, which has always been cold. The rising temperatures could cause the permafrost to melt, which would create problems. Permafrost is made up of soil, rock and sediment. It sometimes is
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covered in ice, sometimes not. In the far north, there is a zone of vegetation called the tundra. This treeless zone sits above permafrost soils that hold one-third of all the carbon that exists in the Earth’s soils. If the permafrost were to melt, it would cause a chain reaction. The dead plant matter in the soil would begin to decay and release the carbon that was in the plants. That would result in more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. That would lead to accelerated global warming. The microbes (bacteria) in the soil may speed the thawing of permafrost, but some scientists think certain microbes might delay that process. Janet Jansson is a microbiologist at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland, Wash. Jansson has a New Mexico connection. She received her undergraduate degree in biology and soil science from New Mexico State University. One of Jansson’s fields of study is the microbes Scientists dig in the permafrost. Photo by Nick Bonzey. found in soils from the Arctic. Jansson wants to know what bacteria are in the soil, and what they are doing. A teaspoon of soil can contain up to about a billion bacteria, which makes it difficult to see what bacteria are there. But Jansson uses a special process called ‘metagenomics’ that enables her to analyze the genes of the bacteria. Knowing the bacterias and how they play a key role in the cycling of carbon and other nutrients may help scientists find ways to reduce carbon dioxide levels. Knowing them would also help scientists make more accurate predictions about the release of carbon gases, which would help them understand the progression of climate change. What Jansson ultimately hopes to find are permafrost bacteria that can suck carbon dioxide out of the air and put it back into the soil. This would help reduce carbon dioxide levels and greenhouse gases. It could be that the air scrubbing properties of soil may play an important part in Earth’s future.
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New Mexico Kids! 2018/2019 Preview Guide to Afterschool Activities Santa Fe Area Acting Pandemonium Productions’ Musical Theatre After School Program, SF, NM. Phone: 505-920-0704; Web site: pandemoniumprod.org. Lights! Camera! Action! Pandemonium Productions presents its musical theatre after school program for students ages 6 to 16, Aug. 22 through Nov. 18. Students study acting, singing and dancing and perform in a Broadway Style Musical like Newsies! Into the Woods! or Annie! at the James A. Little Theatre. Rehearsals take place at El Museo de Cultural, Mon, Wed, & Fri from 3:45-5:45. Space is limited; scholarships available. Tuition is $695 if paid in advance, $710 with a payment plan. A deposit of $100 is required with registration.
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Grades: Kindergarten through 5th grade; Monday–Friday, 7am–6pm. The YMCA of Central NM is the state’s largest child care provider, with 11 early learning, preschool and after-school centers in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable child care that nurtures children’s healthy social, physical and mental development. In addition to supplementing what children learn in school, they will also participate in interactive learning models that engage critical thinking skills; get assistance with their homework from trained Y staff; and form long-lasting friendships that enhance their development, growth and self-confidence. Registration form available at ymcacnm.org with 1st week’s payment or copy of CYFD contract and current copy of your child’s shot records. Financial aid available. Cost of program and number of maximum attendees depend on site program chosen.
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Santa Fe Climbing Center, 3008 Cielo Court, SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-9868944; After school, Home school & Youth Classes: After school classes are designed for ages 5-12. These programs emphasize fun and games while introducing your child to climbing with a qualified instructor. They are a fun way to get your child moving after school! Monday 3:30-5, Ages 5-10. Tuesday 3:305, Ages 9-12. Wednesday 3:30-5, Ages 510. Thursday 3:30-5, Ages 7-10. Saturday 10-11:30, Ages 5-12. These classes are once a week and $180/9 weeks (or 2 payments of $100). Session is Aug. 18 Oct. 19. Two classes can combine to come twice a week for $300/9 weeks. Friday 2-3pm, Ages 5-7. These classes are once a week and $80/4 weeks. Sessions are every first Friday of the month. Rec Team: Wednesday & Friday 4-6pm, 2x/week, $130/month (6 month commitment), Six months paid in advance $625. Seasons are Aug. 15-Feb. 14 & Feb. 15-Aug 14. Competitive Team: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 4:30-6:30, 3x/week $180/month (6 month commitment) Six months paid in advance $900. Seasons Students from Pandemonium Productions in Santa Fe perform in The LIttle are Aug. 15 – Feb 14 & Feb 15 – Aug 14. Mermaid. Courtesy photo.
Dance Belisama Irish Dance, Santa Fe & Los Alamos, NM 87505. Phone: 505-670-2152; Contact: Adrienne Bellis; Email: info@belisamadance.com; Web site: belisamairishdance.com. Ages: 5 and up. Belisama Irish Dance offers classes for the whole family to enjoy. Community performances, competition opportunities and fun choreography classes make this a great home for your young dancer. Classes in Santa Fe and Los Alamos. NDI New Mexico at The Dance Barns, 1140 Alto Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501. Phone: 505-795-7088; Email: dsilver@ndi-nm.org; Website: ndi-nm.org. NDI New Mexico’s Dance Barns Program provides high quality technical training and performance opportunities for children ages 3 to 18. Children receive joyfully focused and disciplined training by dance and theater professionals in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Musical Theater and Voice.
Multi-Activity/Enrichment YMCA of Central New Mexico’s Before and After School Care, 4901 Indian School NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-265-6971. Web site: ymcacnm.org.
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New Mexico Young Actors Drama I, 2701 San Pedro Dr. NE, Ste. 21, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-821-8055; Contact: Paul Bower; Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Web site: nmyoungactors.org; Ages 9–19; Enrollment: 14; Cost: $90/month; Mondays, 6–8pm; Wednesdays, 6:45–8:45pm; or Fridays, 5:30–7:30pm. New Mexico Young Actors has been training children and youth in the theater arts since 1979. Our Drama I classes introduce students to acting basics such as characterization, improvisation, stage stunts, and more. Each class offers a public performance at the end of the semester. Students who complete Drama I may enroll in Advanced Drama and audition for our plays and musicals. Financial Aid Available. Register by July 27 and save $20!
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Albuquerque Museum School Art Classes, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-7255; Contact: Theresa; Email: tasedillo@cabq.gov; Web site: cabq.gov/museum; Ages: 4 – 15; Cost: $60 – $70. Albuquerque Museum is our inspiration. Fall art classes begin Sept. 13. Preschool Adventures in Art (ages 4 – 5) $60 Thursdays, 10 – 11:30am or 1 – 2:30pm. Youth Studios (ages 6 – 15) $70 Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30am (ages 10 – 15) or 1 – 3 pm (ages 6 – 9) Saturdays, 9:30 – 11:30am (ages 6 – 10). Painted Iguana Art Classes, 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-796-0601; Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Web site: paintediguana.com; Ages: 6-18 years; Enrollment: average class size - 8 students; Tuition: $100 monthly for 4 classes. ALL supplies included. Monday through Thursday afternoons (choose a day). 1 1/2 hour long classes. Small classes in the scenic Sandia Heights area, where students receive expert instruction on the use of quality art materials, & create in a studio setting. We work with watercolors, acrylics, clay, pastels & more. Come learn sketching skills, paint on canvas, create on fabric, and make pottery in our kiln. For the young explorers to the experienced young artists, each student receives a high quality art experience - in a creative & nurturing environment. Art classes encompass a complete & comprehensive art program that students really enjoy. Join us for our fun Fall session, and see why students never want class to end each day! Call or check the website in August for the Fall 2018 schedule. After-school classes begin in September.
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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; Web site: brtnm.com. Ages: 18 months - Adults. Variety of classes available Mon - Sat. At Ballet Repertory Theatre, our professionally trained teachers guide each student using a well-developed syllabus based on classical ballet. 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 On-going Year-Round Classes, 3805 Academy Parkway South NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-296-9465; Contact: Patricia Dickinson Wells or Jordan Slocum; Email: dancetheatresouthwest@gmail.com; continued on page 34
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NDI New Mexico at The Hiland, 4800 Central Ave SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-340-0200; Email: lgarcia@ndi-nm.org; Website: ndi-nm.org; Contact: Lizeth Garcia, Hiland Program Producer. NDI New Mexico’s Hiland Program provides high quality technical training and performance opportunities for children ages 3 to 18. Children receive joyfully focused and disciplined training by dance and theater professionals in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Musical Theater and Voice.
Fencing Duke City Fencing Afterschool Fencing Lessons, 2840 Girard Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-872-0048; Contact: Toby Tolley; Email: info@dukecityfencing.net; Web site: dukecityfencing.net; Ages: 6 and up. Cost: $76 - $151 per month. Monday - Friday/4pm - 7:30pm, Saturday 10am noon. is a fast and athletic individual sport. It rewards concentration and precision and teaches confidence and respect. Duke City Fencing is Albuquerque’s dedicated club to the Olympic sport of fencing. We offer beginner classes for children as young as 6 as well as for adults, and everyone's first class with us is free! If you have questions, please let us know by phone or email. We will respond as soon as possible.
Horseback Riding Liz Sanchez Stables’ Riding Lessons, 7622 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos de Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-898-1810; Contact: Liz Sanchez. Web site: lizsanchezstables.com. Ages: 6-86; Tues-Sun, 8am-5pm; closed Mon. 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 continued on page 36
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YMCA of Central New Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Before and After School Care, 4901 Indian School NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-265-6971. Web site: ymcacnm.org. Grades: Kindergarten â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5th grade; Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Friday, 7amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;6pm. The YMCA of Central NM is the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest child care provider, with 11 early learning, preschool and after-school centers in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable child care that nurtures childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s healthy social, physical and mental development. In addition to supplementing what children learn in school, they will also participate in interactive learning models that engage critical thinking skills; get assistance with their homework from trained Y staff; and form long-lasting friendships that enhance their development, growth and self-confidence. Registration form available at ymcacnm.org with 1st weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s payment or copy of CYFD contract and current copy of your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shot records. Financial aid available.
Music Albuquerque Girl Choir, P.O. Box 91441, Abq, NM 87199. Phone: 505-934-7409; Contact: Janet McIlwain; Email: abqgirlchoir@yahoo.com; Web site: albuquerquegirlchoir.org. Ages: 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;18; Cost: $250/semester plus $100 one-time costuming fee. Thursday 5-6pm Prep Choir. Thursday 5-6:30pm Main Choir. Advanced Choir also meets Tuesdays from 4-5pm (by invitation). Founded in 1991, the mission of the Albuquerque Girl Choir is to provide a positive musical experience for girls as they learn music fundamentals through vocal training and performance in an upbeat, encouraging atmosphere. As members learn to continued on page 38
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Fall Session Aug. 13-Nov. 10 $16.50/class or $14.50/class paid in full Classes are at the International Indoor Soccer Arena in Albuquerque NEWâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Classes also offered at The McDermott Athletic Center (The MAC) in Rio Rancho!
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express their joy in music, they experience personal growth and increased selfconfidence. AGC is comprised of three groups that teach music fundamentals according to age and ability. As girls progress, they gain increasing competence with a variety of musical styles and vocal abilities. AGC is open to enrollment for any girl, grades K-12, who loves to sing…no auditions required. We strive to schedule at least four performances per semester, including concerts at nursing homes, end of the semester concert, and singing the National Anthem at different sporting events. We also participate in a community service project each semester. Girls in the Main and Advanced Choirs go on a weekend retreat to Hummingbird Music Camp. Many of our girls sing in the All-State Choirs, too. Some partial and full scholarships are available. KinderGuitar New Mexico Guitar Curriculum for Children Ages 5-10+, PO Box 93236, Abq, NM 87199. Phone: 505-304-0528; Contact: Rod Burr, Instructor; Email: rod@kinderguitarnm.com; Web site: kinderguitarnm.com; Grades: K-12. KinderGuitar is a nationally recognized music education program designed to start children between the ages of 5-10 on the guitar. KinderGuitar classes are structured into small, age-specific group lessons (2-3 children in a class), and each class is one half hour long. The KinderGuitar curriculum emphasizes music’s social side even though they will learn solo skills. Group guitar playing leads children to develop musicianship skills, listening skills, and enables children to become integrated into a Musical Community. Further, playing part music as a group enables students to learn from each other, and ultimately develop life skills. Join us! The Voice Studio of Hannah Stephens, Rhein Drive, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Phone: 505-221-6464; Contact: Hannah Stephens; Email: hannah@hannahstephens.com; Web site: hannahstephens.com. All ages; Cost: $20-$30. Voice lessons, and/or beginning piano! Half hour of piano for $20 per lesson. Voice lessons are usually 45 minutes, for $30. Located in SE Rio Rancho, discounts available.
Religious School Congregation Albert School of Jewish Studies, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-883-1818; Contact: Rachel Sternheim, M.A. Ed Education Director; Email: education@congregationalbert.org; Web site: congregationalbert.org/learning/religious-school. Grades: Preschool–12th; Sundays 9:30-noon, Wednesdays 5:30-7pm. Congregation Albert School of Jewish Studies is committed to Jewish Learning at every phase of life. Our teachers and teen assistants work to create a rich array of Jewish educational opportunities for our students and families. Our "learn and do" approach combines student participation in social action, mitzvot and ritual/holiday experiences with the study of the Torah, other sacred texts, history and tradition. Student learning is enhanced by small group instruction, hands-on projects, field trips and celebrating as a community! Our goal is to welcome students and families to an environment that encourages spiritual and academic growth. Financial Aid Available. Youth program includes many opportunities for adult learning.
Science Explora's After-School and Saturday Clubs, 1701 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-224-8341; Email: reservations@explora.us: Website: explora.us; Contact: Edwina Andrade, Reservations Manager. Grades: Preschool – 8th. Engaging activity-based, semester-long programs to enrich your child's out-of-school time. Explore science, engineering, technology and more: Growing a Scientist for ages 2 1/2 - 5 years with their adult companion(s); Science to Grow On for grades K-3; Engineering Investigators for grades 3-5; NEW: Tinker Lab (Join the maker movement!) for grades 3-6; Home School Classes for grades K-8. Classes are now open for enrollment! Some classes begin in late Aug., others in Sept. Become a member and get fall program discounts, plus admission for an entire year! Details on Explora's Web site, explora.us. Mama's Minerals, 800 20th St NW at Rio Grande & I-40, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-266-8443; Email: info@MamasMinerals.com. Web site: MamasMinerals.com/KidsClasses for a full class schedule. - Free. NEW now age specific for ages 6 & under and 7 & up: Kids Rock! Geology with Geologist David Mueller. Hold and examine dozens of rock, mineral & fossil specimens as you learn about them during this entertaining and informative one hour presentation. Parents welcome. - Field Trips – Hop into your magical school bus and travel back in time when you visit Mama's Minerals for your group's next field trip. Each trip starts with a geology presentation that introduces basic concepts such as the rock cycle & Moh's hardness scale. Handle rocks & fossils throughout this one-hour presentation. Field Trip Includes geology presentation, guided tour of the store, visit to our fluorescent minerals area, cracking
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open geodes, free 24 million-year-old shark tooth & 15% discount card. Watch for Mama’s Spring Break Camp on our website & Facebook.
Soccer Lil’ Kickers at International Indoor Soccer Arena, 1311 Cuesta Arriba Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505-266-3653; Contact: Oscar; Email: oscar@internationalindoor.com; Web site: internationalindoor.com. Ages: 18 months to 12 years old; Days/Hours: Monday - Saturday. Lil' Kickers, a strong foundation… for life. Lil’ Kickers is more than just a great soccer program for kids. Our balanced and creative approach to coaching will have a positive impact on your child that goes far beyond the soccer field. Our high-energy soccer classes are carefully designed to enhance your child’s overall growth and well-being. The result? Kids with strong physical skills, who are well-balanced and confident. And, we do all this while your child has the time of their life. Our enrollment of more than 237,000 children nationwide have a blast when they come through our doors. Find out why.
Swimming Kay's All Swim School, 9737 4th St. NW, Abq NM 87114. Web site: KaysAllSwimSchool.com. Kay's All Swim School provides excellent personalized swim instruction for infants, children & adults. The water is always warm in an enclosed, chlorine-free, 100 percent UV-protected pool. When your children are ready to receive the best in swim instruction take them to Kay's! Swim Lessons Save Lives! Lobo Aquatic Club, University of New Mexico: Seidler Natatorium, Abq, NM 87131. Phone: 505-417-7807; Email: coachdforbes@aol.com; Web site: swimlobo.com; Contact: Doug Forbes, Head Coach. New Mexico's most notable competitive swim team has been promoting and developing swimming for all ages and abilities for over a quarter century. The club currently has an agegroup division (ages: 6-18) and a masters division. Swimmers from the age of 6 to 85 years-old swim with us. We are sponsored by the University of New Mexico Swim Team and are a member of USA Swimming.
Tutoring/Therapy ABC Wellness Clinic, 324 Adams SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-266-6039; Contact: Mae Lynn Spahr; Web site: abcwellness.com. A safe alternative to Ritalin: Audio/Visual Stimulation is a drug-free treatment that can help persons with ADD/ADHD, as well as those suffering from headaches, migraines, head injury, some neurological disorders, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, insomnia and many other stress-related disorders. Huntington Learning Center, 8201 Golf Course Rd. NW, Ste B-3, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-797-3073; Contact: Sohale Mufti; Web site: huntingtonlearning.com. Grades: K-12; Days/Hours: Monday to Saturday. Year after year we continue to offer children, ages 5-17, supplemental instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, study skills, phonics and related areas, as well as SAT/ACT test preparation. The positive encouragement of our staff and certified teachers combined with individualized instruction based on our diagnostic testing, is what we believe sets us apart and continues to make our program a success. Karma Tutoring, 2404 San Mateo Place NE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-2569559; Contact: Sherri Hutchins; Email: SHutch1990@aol.com; Web site: KarmaTutoring.org; Ages: K-adult. Sign up now at The Karma Center (pay what you can afford). After school classes, all ages, Monday – Saturday. In a new location! “Sing, Spell, Read and Write” is a nationally acclaimed, phonics based, total language arts program. Our program is affordable, fun, predictable and parent training is always included. Registration fee includes materials and testing. Fees can be paid monthly or weekly, and Home School Assistance is also available. Every child deserves to know how to read. Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-307-4170; Contact: Sandra Akkad, Founder. Web site: mytutorme.com. Tutor-Me is a premier learning center that offers a hands-on approach when helping students. We stimulate & motivate while enriching and helping our students. Tutor-Me provides a safe, conducive, and nurturing environment. We specialize in grades K–12. We offer classes in Math, 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.
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“Back to School” is Around the Corner Make sure your family stays healthy by keeping upto-date with your health care appointments. Whether getting shots, scheduling sports physicals and routine check-ups, or if you need to be seen quickly — we are your convenient resource for health care. Well-child visits, sports physicals and immunizations should be scheduled in advance.
Entrada Contenta Health Center and Urgent Care 5501 Herrera Dr. Santa Fe, NM 87507 Provider Offices: (505) 913-3233 Laboratory: (505) 913-4160 Urgent Care: (505) 913-4180 DeVargas Health Center and Urgent Care 510 N. Guadalupe St., Suite C Santa Fe, NM 87501 Provider Offices: (505) 913-4660 Urgent Care: (505) 913-4664
Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics 2025 S. Galisteo St. Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 913-4901 Family Medicine Center 435 St. Michael’s Dr., Suite B-104 Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 913-3450 Pojoaque Primary Care 5 Petroglyph Circle, Suite A Pojoaque, NM 87506 (505) 455-1962 Rodeo Family Medicine 4001 Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87507 (505) 471-8994 St. Michael’s Family Medicine 433 St. Michael’s Dr. Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 988-1232
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Introduce your child to Albuquerque Academy
Fun and exciting learning for grades 1-5 Open to the greater-Albuquerque community Spring and summer breaks Vibrant active-learning experiences
Visit aa.edu/thinkit for more information.
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