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Child Abuse Victims Get Help From Assistance Dogs

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UNM Students Help Refugee Children and their Families

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Santa Fe Organization Prepares ‘At-Risk’ Youth for Productive Adult Life

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Courthouse Dogs

Child Abuse Victims Get Help From Assistance Dogs

By TANIA SOUSSAN

When a three-year-old girl who had been abused as a baby and was suffering nightmares started acting out her abuse in play therapy, she turned to Zia for support.

Zia, a black lab who is one of three courthouse dogs assisting child victims in the Chaves County court system, had been at the girl’s side throughout her therapy sessions. On the day she started reliving and processing what had happened to her years earlier, she turned to Zia and said, “You’re crying, too. Will you cry with me?” and then lay down with the dog and sobbed.

That story is but one of many powerful examples that Carrie-Leigh Cloutier can relate to show how these highly trained dogs are making a profound difference for victims, witnesses, workers and others in the judicial system.

“The dogs can help to settle children down so they can talk about their crisis,” said Cloutier, executive director of Chaves County CASA in Roswell, part of a nationwide network of court-appointed special advocates who work to help child victims of abuse and neglect in the judicial system.

Courthouse dogs are there for children to pet during forensic interviews when they are asked about what they experienced or witnessed. They accompany children to play therapy and sit with them in the witness box.

Emma comforts a young boy in court. Courtesy photos.

Chaves County sees roughly 1,400 referrals of child abuse to social service agencies and hundreds of temporary restraining orders in cases of domestic violence involving children each year.

“There are criminals who are behind bars now because of these dogs,” Cloutier said, explaining that the dogs’ presence can make the difference between someone being able to voice his or her story or not.

In another instance, Zia was at Cloutier’s side while a therapist was talking with a woman in another office. Zia was able to hear how upset the woman was and ran off on her own to comfort the woman.

“It’s just amazing how intuitive these dogs are, how empathetic,”

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Emma and Moose, who is now retired, sit with children on the courthouse steps.

Cloutier said. “The dogs relax everyone from the sheriff’s deputies to the bailiffs to the judges.”

A third dog joined the Roswell team in January specifically to work with high-risk youth.

The dogs also can help facilitate parent-child interaction during supervised visitation, support courthouse staff through rough times, greet people as they arrive at the courthouse and even assist defendants in court, added Linda Milanesi, executive director of Santa Fe-based Assistance Dogs of the West, which trains dogs for the courthouse program.

Just looking at a dog at rest lowers blood pressure, heart rate and levels of the fight-or-flight hormone cortisol, Milanesi said. Gazing into a dog’s eyes can increase oxytocin, helping to reduce anxiety, she added.

Assistance Dogs of the West, which also trains dogs for other roles, embarked on the courthouse dog program because of the impact one dog can have on many people.

“We realized we could make a greater impact, reach more people,” Milanesi said.

The organization placed its first dog in the 8th Judicial District in Taos in 2010 and has gone on to place dogs in Roswell, Tucson, San Bernardino, Calif., and other locations. In the Albuquerque CASA program, black lab Cassie works with handler Veronica Montaño-Pilch.

“All of our dogs undergo a very complex training methodology. They actually begin their training from the moment they’re born,” Milanesi said.

Each dog learns a minimum of 90 cues such as “visit,” an instruction to put its head in a child’s lap and keep it there.

Part of their training is done in schools in Santa Fe, where dogs work with students under the supervision of a professional trainer. “The dogs are exposed to kids their entire lives,” Milanesi said, adding that the school program also provides benefits for the student trainers.

Courthouse dogs must be patient, resilient, able to work with several people and able to take care of themselves in highly charged situations.

Of course, their handlers also are on the lookout for any signs of stress in the dogs.

The dogs live with their primary handlers. For Zia and Ben, a chocolate lab and the newest addition to CASA’s program, that means home is with Cloutier.

“They are big dorks at home,” she said. “Zia refuses to sleep in late.

They are like normal dogs.”

The pups run around the house and yard, getting the decompression they need after a hard day of work.

After helping children through two or three forensic interviews, Zia will tell Cloutier she’s had enough with a snort or by picking up her leash and bringing it to her to signal it’s time to go home.

The dogs were put to the test after a shooting at Roswell’s Berrendo Middle School in January 2014 when they became a crisis team to aid the traumatized children. They made a big difference over several days, but “that was incredibly exhausting on the handlers as well as the dogs,” Cloutier said.

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Refugee Families UNM Students Help Refugee Children and their Families

By KATHERINE MAST

On a chilly January night, a group of about 50 people gather in a meeting room at a community center in northeast Albuquerque, settling into an oval of chairs that fills nearly the entire room. A mix of languages — English, Arabic and Kinyarwanda — fills the air as families from Iraq and the Democratic Republic of Congo sit down with students from the University of New Mexico. As part of UNM’s Refugee Well-Being Project, the group is meeting for a weekly “learning circle,” and tonight, they’re discussing the history of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Civil Rights Movement and the realities of racism in current-day United States.

Since 2006, Dr. Jessica Goodkind, founder of the Refugee Well-Being Project, has been leading a two-semester course at UNM, pairing students with refugees from East Africa, Iraq and Afghanistan as the families adjust to a new life in Albuquerque. In addition to the weekly learning circle, the students act as liaisons and friends, helping children with their homework and assisting parents in any number of day-to-day activities.

Group discussions are very helpful, says Mohammed Alobaidi, who fled Iraq with his family several years ago and arrived in Albuquerque in 2014. “It adds so much to our knowledge,” he says through his interpreter, Sam Ali, who has translated for the Project since 2009. While some of the families Goodkind works with say they miss Iraq, they also appreciate the safety and freedom they experience here, she says.

Tami, 7, and Amir, 6, do homework during a meeting of the Refugee Well-Being Project. Photos by Katherine Mast.

Mostly, Goodkind says, they appreciate being treated as humans.

Hussam Amer, a senior at Sandia High School, also volunteers as an Arabic translator. He left Iraq with his family at age 10, living for two years in Syria before settling in Albuquerque. As his family got involved in the Refugee Well-Being Project, Hussam says, he learned a lot about American culture through the student participants. But more than that, “I learned a lot about African cultures and even Iraqi culture,” he says. Now on track to graduate with an International Baccalaureate diploma this spring, Hussam stays involved with the Project, volunteering as an interpreter. He feels it’s one way he can give back. “I know what it’s like,” he says.

The same is true for Eric Ndaheba, who moved to New Mexico eight years ago from Congo and participated in the project with his family.

Now a senior at UNM, studying community health, he is a full-time student and holds a full-time job in machine tooling. It’s a heavy load, but he still finds time to interpret for the four interviews each family continued on page 12

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conducts as part of the project. “I understand how hard it is and how important to have someone who speaks your language,” he says.

The two students who worked with his family have become like family members themMohammed Alobaidi talks through his interpreter, selves, he adds.

Sam Ali, with Emily Czajkowski, a UNM sophomore and student in the Refugee Well-Being Project, and Hussam Sitting in the Amer, a volunteer Arabic translator and Sandia High community center School senior. lobby, Alobaidi’s two oldest children, ages six and seven, do homework with help from a UNM student. In Iraq, Alobaidi worked as a police officer. But because of his connection to the government, “we had to leave right away,” he says. The family has become accustomed to moving, he says. Over five years, their journey took them first to Malaysia and then to Turkey, where they began the arduous process of applying to the United Nations for refugee status.

Two years and seven months later, they arrived in Albuquerque.

In 2014, New Mexico resettled 163 refugees, a small percentage of the nearly 70,000, from 79 different countries, accepted into the United States that year. The year before, the state accepted nearly 300. When refugees arrive in the U.S., they have just 90 days of government assistance before they are expected to be on their feet, functioning in a country where they may not know the language, where customs, etiquette and laws are unfamiliar, and where finding adequate work can be difficult. Nine agencies headquartered in Washington, D.C., work with the U.S. State Department to relocate new refugees across the country.

Two of those agencies — Lutheran Family Services and Catholic Charities — have branch offices in New Mexico.

Both agencies offer many of the same services. They’re usually given a week or two warning before a new individual or family arrives. In that time, they get to work finding a suitable, affordable apartment and furnishing the space. Then, they help new arrivals get set up with health care and vaccinations, a Social Security number, and basic government assistance programs. They also help enroll children in school, connect adults with English as a Second Language (ESL) courses and help them look for work.

Catholic Charities helps resettle around 50 people a year. “That number gives us time to work with individuals intensely,” says Beatrice Villegas, program director for the Center for Refugee Settlement and Support for Catholic Charities. But 90 days of help isn’t enough, she says, and kids’ needs often are overlooked. “We always have to be aware that kids pick up English more quickly than their parents,” says Villegas. This can strain family relationships as children become default translators, taking on adult responsibilities, and parents can feel isolated from their children’s lives. For the past two years, Catholic Charities has sought volunteers to work as mentors for the young people. “A mentor can help them feel that there is another caring adult,” says Villegas.

Lutheran Family Services also has programs specifically for young people, including ESL-trained tutors to help with language skills, twice-aweek afterschool homework help sessions, and summer activities with academics as well as fun field trips. Helping parents learn to navigate American public schools is another area of focus.

Adjusting to life in another culture is difficult, but, Burnett says, “these are some of the most courageous people I’ve ever met. Refugees are survivors.”

In the time Alobaidi has lived in Albuquerque, he’s taken work at a Panda Express, first as a dishwasher and now as a cook. He laughs as he explains his first failed attempts at tossing vegetables in a wok. At night, he works as a security guard, a job he enjoys because it reminds him of his career as a police officer in Iraq. Two months ago, he and his wife celebrated the birth of their fourth child, and they hope to buy a house one day in a quiet part of Albuquerque.

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¡YouthWorks!

Santa Fe Organization Prepares ‘At-Risk’ Youth for Productive Adult Life

By KATHERINE MAST

On an icy day in mid-December, three young men stand over a metal island table in the spacious industrial kitchen at Santa Fe’s Scottish Rite Temple. As holiday tunes stream through a sound system, they roll out sheets of sugar cookie dough, stamping out shapes of Christmas trees and stars. Under the direction of Scott Eastburn, a chef and culinary training coordinator, the trio is preparing lunch for a team of about 40 people at a Habitat for Humanity construction site.

The young cooks are members of YouthWorks, an organization that, since 2001, has provided GED test preparation, counseling, jobs and job training for “at-risk” youth in Santa Fe. Fifteen years in, YouthWorks’ programs continue to expand and mature, winning accolades from both local and national governments. In September, the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence recognized YouthWorks with its “Bright Spot in Hispanic Education” award, and in February, Santa Fe Mayor Javier Gonzales was slated to honor YouthWorks at the annual Mayor’s Ball benefit.

When Melynn Schuyler founded YouthWorks, there were few afterschool programs and no alternative education paths for high school

drop-outs in Santa Fe, she says. “There was no rescue system.” The program started small but grew quickly. These days, Schuyler, who is the organization’s executive director, Jon Lamb, 22, and Ricky Foreman, 18, make layered enchiladas sees roughly 550 for YouthWorks participants. Photos by Katherine Mast. young people participate in YouthWorks programs each year and estimates she has contact with nearly 1,200 youth across the city.

Some YouthWorks participants get involved through mandatory community service, fulfilling their hours in river restoration projects, caring for community parks and other hands-on outdoor work. Others stop by to see if it might be a good fit. Many YouthWorks participants have dropped out of traditional high schools or are considering leaving. “We try to encourage kids to stay in school, but for those who can’t, we’re here,” says Michael Santillanes, associate director. “This is a hard path — being out on your own, trying to re-engage.”

To help smooth that path, YouthWorks offers counseling and case management services for whatever obstacles a person is facing, from finding housing and paying utility bills to securing childcare or addressing legal issues. “If you’re going to hold down a job, you need these other things,” says Schuyler. “You need stability.”

YouthWorks summarized some of its major accomplishments in a recent report, stating that the organization had placed 395 participants in apprenticeships in more than 185 local businesses, helped 195 youth complete their GEDs, and encouraged 114 to enroll full-time in community college.

One of YouthWorks’ highly successful programs, YouthBuild, has continued on page 17

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offered construction experience and industry certification to 134 young people. In partnership with Habitat for Humanity, YouthBuild participants built 15 new homes over the past four years. In the fall, YouthWorks received a $1.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor for the program, which will allow them to expand their culinary training program as well.

As the trio of bakers rolled out cookie dough in December, Scott Eastburn stirred a sizzling pan of ground beef and onions, preparing the filling for the stacked enchiladas the team would assemble later in the morning. He’s got big plans to expand the culinary certification program as well as offer smaller, healthy cooking classes to other YouthWorks participants, and he hopes that one day he can expand the program’s entrepreneurship enterprise to include catering and a food truck business. Right now, his culinary crew numbers fluctuate day to day, but once the YouthBuild culinary program gets off the ground in early 2016, Eastburn expects to have a stable handful of workers who will be earning Santa Fe’s living wage while also obtaining their ServSafe certification — a program run by the National Restaurant Association — and learning what would be expected of them in a commercial kitchen.

“I know what it takes,” says Eastburn, who managed restaurants in New York City before moving to Santa Fe in 2008, where he contin- Cory Sulivan, 19, and Jon Lamb, 22, decorate sugar cookies as ued to work in part of YouthWorks' culinary program. local restaurants.

Watching the participants grow in their skills and in their confidence is one of the biggest rewards of his current job, says Eastburn, gesturing toward Ricky Foreman, who had finished the cookies and was packaging pans of steaming Spanish rice, as a prime example.

Foreman, 18, joined YouthWorks after dropping out in tenth grade and credits the organization with major changes in his life. “Working through YouthWorks has helped me a lot. I got my GED, and I actually learned responsibility thanks to YouthWorks,” he says. “I used to be very irresponsible.” While he used to take pride in cutting classes, now he is proud to say he shows up for work every day. After graduating from the YouthBuild program with a Home Builders Institute PACT certification and two educational scholarships to put toward school, Foreman joined the culinary crew and has begun classes at Santa Fe Community College.

Despite his successes in YouthWorks, returning to the classroom hasn’t been easy for Foreman. “College took me back to high school,” he says.

“I learn differently than most people. Going to college, it’s kind of hard to do that because the teachers are, every single day, trying to teach you something new.” But he says he has a new set of skills and a renewed motivation to help him stick to it as he settles on a major. “Part of me wants to join the police force. Part of me wants to be a psychologist and join the police force that way. And part of me wants to do what YouthWorks does – one day, be a case manager at YouthWorks or a youth shelter,” he says.

As he works toward that, he’s helping to fulfill an important part of the daily needs of YouthWork’s operations. Schuyler says she started the culinary program primarily to feed her crew. “I was tired of seeing kids go hungry,” she says.

With the ground beef cooked and the red chile sauce prepared, Eastburn calls his crew together around the steel island, giving assignments to layer the corn tortillas, enchilada filling, and shredded cheese.

Orange flecks of carrots dot the chile sauce — an addition that Eastburn knows won’t thrill everyone, but are one way he can help provide a little extra veggie nutrition. For some participants, this lunch will be their only meal of the day. “We try to make it as good as we can,” he says.

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‘Stories in the Sky’ Balloon Museum Entertains, Educates Preschoolers with Innovative Storytime

By CRISTINA OLDS A free program at the Balloon Museum takes storytime to a whole new altitude. “Stories in the Sky” brings tales to life for the under-6 crowd with performance art, live music and hands-on activities.

Started seven years ago by Laurie Magovern, curator of education at the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum (cabq.gov/balloon), “Stories in the Sky” incorporates literacy, arts with movement and music, and science for the young attendees. Magovern, who is originally from Albuquerque, brought her experience in theater education to the Balloon Museum after living in Washington, D.C., where she worked with the Smithsonian Institution, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and regional theater group Arena Stage. “There was a learning curve for me to teach about ballooning topics,” she said, laughing.

“But we get to cover a lot of topics — it’s not always a balloon story!”

Each 45-minute session includes a story with music and movement followed by an art or science project based on different themes, sometimes related to the seasons or holidays. “We follow a similar pattern every week with interactive elements,” Magovern said. “For example, if the theme is kites, we will read a story about kites, learn a little about

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Laurie Magovern with children attending “Stories in the Sky” at the Balloon Museum.

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wind, invite an expert kite-flier for a demo, and make our own kites.

This year, for the first time, we hosted an evening of ‘Halloween Stories in the Night Sky.’ ” Local storytellers, artists and musicians with skills related to the themes are common guests at storytimes. “The mission of the Balloon Museum includes a focus on art, science, history and culture,” Magovern said. Some regular storytime leaders are from New Mexico Pueblos.

Others are originally from Ukraine, Korea, Japan and India. “We like to connect with them and have them tell their traditional stories while we bring in musicians and dancers from their cultures.” Partnerships also have been formed with local theater groups such as Tricklock, who led a presentation recently during their annual Revolutions International Theater Festival.

Magovern uses the stage and themes to showcase such Albuquerque programs as Meals on Wheels, which during the holidays offers in-home gingerbread house-making and catering services as program fundraisers.

“It matched our theme of gingerbread house-building while letting people know about all the good things Meals on Wheels does,” she said.

Many preschools hold field trips at “Stories in the Sky.” Early childhood occupational and physical therapists bring their students. “The families get to see their children work on their fine motor skills or work on being around other people in a group,” Magovern said. Students from the New Mexico School for the Blind come once a month.

The art or science projects are always age-appropriate, and processbased rather than product-based. “We give them an idea of what they can do and we provide all the supplies, but the children can make whatever they want and explore with the materials,” she said. When the theme was “the science of sticky things,” the project involved filling a plastic bucket with torn up tissue papers and dropping in a folded piece of sticky paper to see what it would come out looking like. Another project involves making 3-D balloons from folded and cut paper shapes.

“It can be kind of crazy in here — we have more than 100 people at every storytime, about 50 kids and 50 adults,” Magovern said. More than 11,000 people attend the storytime each year at the museum, located at 9201 Balloon Museum Drive NE. Held in a large room with floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the Sandia Mountains, the area is a safe space for the kids to wander and learn. Often groups bring lunches or snacks to eat on the outdoor patio, or stay to explore the museum and play outside at the park.

During the summer, “Stories in the Night Sky” is presented in conjunction with the Albuquerque Concert Band, an all-volunteer 80-person band, that plays outside after storytime. “We had families asking for an evening program or pajama storytime for older children, so we now offer ‘Stories in the Night Sky’ every other week in summer.” From 5 to 6 p.m., there’s a presentation, a lesson, and an activity outdoors, and from 6 to 7 p.m., the band plays. “People bring their blankets and picnics and we get about 1,000 people at each of these events,” Magovern said. “It’s one of the only free events for families in the city.”

The Balloon Museum is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2016. “Stories in the Sky” will continue to be offered every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.

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Turning NO to ON New Mexico Author Offers Tools to Support Successful Parenting

By CAROLYN KUEHN

As parents, we all want to improve our relationships with our children. Dr. Beth Gineris wants to help. Her book, Turning NO to ON: The Art of Parenting with Mindfulness, is a support book for parents. It is not a how-to manual or secret recipe to transform you into the perfect parent – an impossible task Beth Gineris and her daughter, Kate. anyway – but a practical guide with Courtesy photo. useful techniques to help you avoid the inevitable power struggles that all parents face, whether your children are toddlers or teens. It offers a new way of looking at life so you can parent with more confidence and insight.

“The use of the phrase ‘NO to ON’ in the title means changing obstructive and negative interactions with your child into opportunities for learning and growth,” states Gineris. “It means being present with your child and interacting with her in a loving, trusting, and faithful way.”

What is mindfulness? Gineris explains, “It means you are not thinking about

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the future, you’re not thinking about the past. Your attention is focused on the present moment. Mindfulness allows you to move back to your center and encourage your best self to come out.”

Although the term is often attributed to Eastern philosophies, all the world’s religions practice some form of mindfulness, such as prayer, meditation, chanting or visualization. The benefits of mindfulness are well known: stress reduction, increased memory, better concentration, more self-knowledge and greater compassion for others.

Another way to view mindfulness, says Gineris, is simply as critical thinking – carefully and thoughtfully observing what is happening between you and your child right now, and then making a well-informed decision. By increasing your awareness of your own thoughts and feelings, you can take the focus off yourself and react to your child with patience, understanding and loving-kindness.

One of the best techniques for developing mindfulness, according to Gineris, is to stop, look and listen. It is a simple, direct and unambiguous phrase that helps pull you into the present moment. It allows for the process of interaction to slow down or even stop, so you can observe your child’s behavior and body language, listen to his voice, its tone, what he’s saying and what it may mean.

The most difficult aspect of mindfulness is remaining neutral and not reacting. “The use of stop, look and listen can help get a parent centered when responding to a child and focus on the communication rather than reacting in a negative or angry way,” states Gineris.

Throughout the book, Gineris emphasizes that parental mindfulness must come first and must be an everyday practice. Only then, can you teach or model mindfulness for your children. One simple way to develop mindfulness is to take some time at the start of each day for quiet contemplation. Some people use prayer, some use yoga, others use meditation or mantras (repeated positive words or phrases). These practices help you relax, reduce anxiety and stay in the present moment, rather than obsessing over events in the past or future.

“Understand that your child is watching to see how you negotiate the waters of life,” says Gineris. “You are teaching all the time. You are a role model for your child. You must practice mindfulness so your child can, too. The ultimate goal is to help your child feel competent, selfconfident, at peace with themselves, and strong enough to deal with adversity.” Developing and maintaining a strong emotional connection and good communication with your child is paramount for working through the major developmental stages of childhood and adolescence.

In her professional practice, Gineris offers therapy for families and individuals, life coaching, acupuncture and Oriental medicine. “The parenting book really came from my work with families,” says Gineris. “I noticed that communication broke down when parents were tired or stressed or there was some sort of crisis. The parents had lost their way and, unfortunately, they and their children suffered.”

The book is organized such that you can simply open it, scan the Table of Contents, and go directly to the chapter that addresses the specific issue with which you are struggling, such as impatience, anger, insecurity, even bullying. Each chapter is a complete “story,” with a beginning, middle and end, with tools you can use in the midst of a communication breakdown or crisis.

To exemplify these tools and explain concepts in the book, Gineris integrates a variety of approaches and philosophies, just as she does every day in her practice. She includes vignettes from her personal life and also pulls information from a variety of sources: self-help, pop culture, novelists, poets, scholars, psychologists and scientists.

There is no perfect parent. There is no magic wand. “Parenting is the most powerful job a person has,” Gineris says. “It is the most rewarding job a person has, and it’s the hardest job a person has. It’s like a maze, a mystery, a puzzle.” With her book, Gineris hopes to provide parents with a toolbox of strategies to help them navigate this maze.

Gineris, a licensed professional clinical counselor and doctor of Oriental medicine, also is the author of Turning ME to WE: The Art of Partnering with Mindfulness.

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Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar Our calendar is as accurate as possible, but times, places & dates of events can change, so be sure to call ahead. To have your events listed free in our next calendar, fill out our calendar form at newmexico-kids.com, or send date, time, place, cost, description of activity, sponsoring organization and contact phone to kids@newmexico-kids.com. The deadline is Apr 13 for listings in May and June. Calendar listings are not guaranteed because of space limitations. All phone numbers have a 505 area code unless otherwise noted.

February Highlights 25, Tour St. Mark’s Montessori School, 5-8pm. Preschool for 18 months to 6 years old, building on the gifts and strengths inherent in each child. St. Mark’s Montessori School, 431 Richmond Pl NE, 262-2484, stmarksschoolabq.org.

26-Mar 20, APS Metro Youth Art Exhibit, gallery hours 3-6pm, Tue-Fri; 15pm, Sat & Sun. Free, Fine Arts Building, Expo NM, 300 San Pedro NE, aps.edu/fine-arts.

27, 28, The Little Mermaid, 7pm, Sat; 2pm, Sun. Join the world premier for Ballet Repertory Theatre with this fulllength ballet joining Little Mermaid on

her journey exploring the world above the ocean. $25-$30, KiMo Theatre, 421 Central NW, 768-3544, KiMOTickets.com.

March Arts & Crafts 1, 16, Make Lab: Sew Club, 4:305:30pm. Children ages 8-12 will learn the basics of measuring, cutting using sewing tools and completing a project. Free, Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

2, Cactus Rock Garden Craft, 67:30pm. Create a cactus rock garden, materials are provided; register in person, online or call. For ages 13+, registered with an adult are welcome. Free, Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

2, Kids’ Craft: Tulip Potato Prints, 35pm. Create tulip art using potato prints.

South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abclibrary.org/southbroadway.

5, Create with Leda: Weaving, 10am12pm. A workshop where the art of weaving will be discussed and demonstrated.

Create a small wall hanging to take home. For ages 13+. Esther Bone Library,

Join our FOCUS 4 Star school and Learn, Play & Grow With Us!

*Creating joyful learners since 1982* Register for Fall 2016 School Year by 4.15.16 to receive $25.00 Off Registration PLUS a Chance to Win a FREE 90 Day Family Membership at the JCC!* *restrictions apply

THE OUTDOOR CLASSROOM SUMMER CAMP Bringing Learning Outside for children ages 2-7!

Session I: May 31 – June 24, Session II: June 27— July 22

M/W/F or Mon-Fri, 9-1 or 9-3

Congrega on Albert ECC 3800 Louisiana Boulevard NE Albuquerque, NM 87110

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950 Pinetree SE. Rio Rancho, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org.

5, Encompass: 25 Years, 5-8pm. A community celebration of 25 years which features four gallery exhibitions, 40 open artist studios, collaborative art making projects, activities for all ages, live music and food trucks. Free, Harwood Art Center, 1114 7th NW, 242-6367, harwoodartcenter.org.

5, ¡Vamos al Museo!, 10:30am-noon.

Celebrating Women & Creativity with artist Jocelyn Salaz (graphite drawings, cochinilla and oil paintings of santos), the NHCC invites families to an artist lead hands-on experience creating an art piece to take home. National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

12, The Makerstate Initiative Spring Tour 2016/3D Printing & Scanning, 10am-2pm. A hands-on intro to 3D printing and scanning. Leave with a digitally constructed 3D model of yourself. Limited to 12 participants ages 7-17 (sign up at library info desk) - adults and non-participants are welcome to observe. Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, 897-8816, abclibrary.org/taylorranch0.

19, LEGO Club, 3-4:30pm. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

30, Kids’ Craft: Paper Spinners, 35pm. Make springtime paper spinners for children 7+. South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abclibrary.org/southbroadway.

Classes & Workshops Ongoing, City of Abq Bike Safety Programs, bike safety education for public & private/homeschool or any civic organization. Minimum 12 kids, city provides equipment, instruction. Free. Contact Chuck Malagodi 768-BIKE, 768-5328.

Ongoing, Meditation for Kids, 1011:30am, Suns. A simple introduction to Buddha’s teachings emphasizing kindness, respect for others and keeping a happy heart, ages 4-13. $3/child, parents free, Kadampa Meditation Center, 142 Monroe NE, 292-5293, meditationinnewmexico.org.

5, Kids’ Rock Geology Class, 10am.

This class introduces basic concepts of geological time, the rock cycle, types of rocks and offers a chance to see and learn about crystals, minerals and stones. Ages 4+ (parents are welcome to stay). Free (please call ahead to reserve seating), Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th St. NW, 266-8443, mamasminerals.com/classes 8, CoderDojo, 5:30-7:30pm. For ages 717, join coding experts and try coding; bring a laptop or tablet if you are able, the library has limited supplies. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

12, Kids’ Future Paleontologists Class, 10am. Learn about fossil formation and types in this hand-on, one-hour presentation and build a “fossil” mold.

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19, Kids’ Jewelry Making Class, 11am.

Design and assemble a beaded necklace and bracelet. For ages 8+, all materials and tools are provided. Limited space. $15+$5 materials, Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th NW, 255-8443, mamasminerals.com.

Dance Ongoing, Contra Dance, 7-10pm, 2nd and 4th Sats. Contra is American folk dance for all ages with live music. Beginners’ lessons at 7pm recommended but not required. No partner or experience necessary. Under 12 free, members $8, non-members $9, students ½ price, Oddfellows Hall, 4915 Hawkins NE, 289-2992, folkmads.org.

Ongoing, Indian Dances, 12pm, Sats & Suns. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th NW, 843-7270, indianpueblo.org.

1, 3, Creative Movement for Children, 11-11:45am, Tue; 11:30am-12:15pm Thu. A creative movement workshop where children ages 2-4 will learn basic dance concepts such as rhythm, balance, shape and imagination co-presented by Keshet Dance Co. Central and Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abclibrary.org/centralunser.

3, 4, Public Academy for Performing Arts Presents Language of Dance: Spring Dance Concert 2016, 7pm.

Annual spring dance concert featuring beginning to pre-professional ballet, contemporary, flamenco, hip-hop and jazz dance students grades 6-12. $7/$12/$17, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

5, 6, The Little Mermaid, 7pm, Sat; 2pm, Sun. presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre. This is a ballet in two acts inspired by the fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson. $25-$30, KiMo Theatre, 423 Central NW, 768-3544, kimotickets.com.

6, Chispa: Orchestra of New Spain, Iphigenia en Tracia, A Zarzuela, 3pm. With brilliant arias, Baroque Spanish dance and sumptuous sets and costumes, this rarely seen work features Carla López Speziale, Eugenia Ramírez, Anna Fredericka Popova, and Leslie Hochman. $17/$22/$27/$32/$5 discount for students, seniors and NCHH members, ABQ Journal Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

12, 13, Aliento: State Street Ballet’s Carmen, Sat, 7:30, Sun, 2pm. The tale of the beautiful gypsy and her desperate lover in a contemporary ballet style that weaves together both classical and modern influences. $12/$17/$22, $2 discount for students, seniors and NHCC members.

ABQ Journal Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

19, 20, How Love Wins, 2pm. Inspired by the Gospel and expressed through dance, the story of How Love Wins is filled with meaningful and engaging choreography. $30, $2 discount for students, seniors and NHCC members. ABQ Journal

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Exhibits Ongoing, Albuquerque Art Museum, Only in Albuquerque. A permanent history exhibit that is an interactive, funfilled presentation of the history and culture of the central Rio Grande Valley.

Make your own family coat of arms, electronically send a Route 66 postcard to a friend, create a personal “quilt” of museum images and record your story to share in the Museum with friends. 2000 Mountain NW, 243-7255, albuquerquemuseum.org.

Ongoing, American International Rattlesnake Museum, learn about snake bites, venom and fangs at the world’s largest collection of live rattlesnakes. 202 San Felipe NW, 242-6569, rattlesnakes.com.

Ongoing, Anderson-Abruzzo ABQ International Balloon Museum, this museum houses engaging exhibitions and informative programs on the history, science and art of ballooning worldwide.

9201 Balloon Museum NE, 880-0500, balloonmuseum.com.

Ongoing, Botanic Garden, Heritage Farm Exhibit. Connect with Albuquerque’s agricultural history at exhibit featuring a vineyard, orchard, a large kitchen garden, Percheron horses and Navajo sheep. Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

Ongoing, Explora, Sketch Aquarium and Curious Bubbles, new activities to explore the science of bubbles, and an interactive digital exhibit lets viewers release their own virtual sea creature in a virtual ocean. Cost included with admission. (Sketch Aquarium may be closed if there is a special activity in the Theater). Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8300, explora.us.

Ongoing, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, the center is dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of Pueblo Indian culture, history and art. 2401 12th NW, 843-7270, indianpueblo.org.

Ongoing, Institute of Meteoritics (IOM) - Meteorites Museum, IOM is a research institution for the study of early solar system and planetary evolution. (Hours are by appointment until further notice). 221 Yale NE, 277-2747, meteorite.unm.edu.

Ongoing, Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, specializing in the cultural heritage of the Southwest, this museum on the UNM campus also features a reconstructed cave setting complete with Ice Age drawings and sculptures, and a spectacular collection of prehistoric pottery. 1 University NE, 2774405, unm.edu/~maxwell Ongoing, Museum of Archaeology & Biblical History, examine 3,000 years of evidence for the historical authenticity of the Biblical text displayed through ancient near Eastern artifacts.

10110 Constitution NE, 217-1330, mabh.org.

Ongoing, National Hispanic Cultural Center, the NHCC is dedicated to the study, advancement and presentation of

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1701 4th SW, 246-2261, nhccnm.org.

Ongoing through Apr 14, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, Art of the Reactor. A special exhibit with brightly colored illustrations of nuclear reactors that deconstruct the reactor’s intricate inner-workings so they may be better understood through art. Art stations available for all ages to design and create reactor artwork.

Exhibit is included in price of admission.

601 Eubank SE, 245-2137, nuclearmuseum.org.

Ongoing, NM Holocaust & Intolerance Museum and Study Center, learn about the Holocaust, genocides and other forms of bullying that have affected people around the world. Content is not limited to one religion, culture, geographic area or time.

616 Central SW, 247-0606, nmholocaustmuseum.org.

Ongoing, Quilters at the Heritage Farm, 10am-2pm, 2nd Weds; 10am-2pm 4th Thus. The NM Quilters work on their Botanic Garden quilt and other projects and are available to answer questions and do demos. Cost included with admission. Botanic Garden Heritage Farm, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

Ongoing, Rug Hookers at the Heritage Farm, 10am-2pm, 1st Tue. Join the Adobe Wool Arts Guild for a demonstration of rug hooking. Visit with the group while they create rugs or try a hand at the demonstration run. Cost included with admission. Botanic Garden Heritage Farm, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

Ongoing, African American Performing Arts Center & Exhibition Hall, 310 San Pedro NE on the state fairgrounds, Historic photo gallery. 222-0785, aapacnm.org.

Ongoing, Unser Racing Museum, one of ABQ’s most well-known families, the Unser family, is prominent in the world of car racing. The museum lays out the history of the Unser racing legacy. 1776 Montaño NW, 341-1776, unserracingmuseum.com.

1, APS Metro Youth Art Exhibit, 3pm.

This is the annual 17-category art exhibit of APS traditional high school and middle school students. Free, EXPO NM, 300 San Pedro NE, 350-5413, aps.edu/fine-arts.

26, Community History Series Opening. This series features the historic Fairview Cemetery on Yale Blvd SE. Fairview dates back to the late 1800s and is the resting place of many prominent ABQ citizens. The exhibit will feature a large collection of photographs, artifacts, deeds, ledgers and list of burials of groups. Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain NW, 242-4600, albuquerquemuseum.org.

Fairs and Festivals

Ongoing, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, permanent exhibits include Timetracks: A Walk Through Time, a journey through billions of years of NM’s natural history, from the formation of the universe to the present day; T-Rex Attack; The Bisti Beast, NM's newest tyrannosaur and The Hall of the Stars which encourages visitors to explore the sky at their own pace. $7 adults, $4 ages 3-12 (free first Suns for NM residents - bring ID), NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800,nmnaturalhistory.org.

Ongoing, Nuclear Science Museum, Atomic Culture/Pop Culture is a look at the effect of atomic discovery on our culture from the music we listen to, movies we watch & toys we play with; Little Albert’s Lab will help children of all ages grasp the concepts of physics; Heritage Park, a 5-acre outdoor park with planes, rockets, missiles, cannons, nuclear sub sail and unique military objects. Nuclear Museum, 601 Eubank SE, 245-2137, nuclearmuseum.org.

12, ShamRock Fest, 11am-6pm. A family-friendly event featuring themed activities, celtic music, dance, a DIY workshop, face painting and bounce houses. Food selections, vendors, demonstrations and interactive displays; beer, wine and spirits from O’Niell’s Pub. $6/$2/Free, ABQ International Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 715-4189, cab.gov.

19, 20, 6th Annual Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest, 10am-6pm.

This event will feature local bands, culinary demos, roasting seminars, chocolate-eating contests and live cow-milking demonstrations. Free/$2/$10 + $5 parking.

Manual Lujan Building, Expo NM, 300 San Pedro NE, chocolateandcoffeefest.com.

20, Purim Carnival, 11am-2pm. Games and prizes for children, along with a silent auction, raffle and food. $10 first child, $5 each additional child, adults free; a wristband may be purchased at the event for all games, open to the public. Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana NE, 888-1818, congregationalbert.org.

26, Annual César Chávez Day, Marcha 10:30am, Fiesta, noon. Following the march, the family fiesta at the Center includes poetry, dancing, community awards and exhibits, children’s activities,

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New Mexico Young Actors (Est. 1979) Spring 2016 Production of:

SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP 2016

KiMo Theater School Group Performances April 12 & 13 @ 10:00 a.m.

April 14 & 15 @ 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Admission: $6.00 School Reservations: 821-8055

Public Performances April 16 & 17 @ 2:00 p.m.

Admission: Adults, $12.00; Children 12 and under, $10.00 Tickets: 768-3544, or www.kimotickets.com

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Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar food, a keynote speech by Carlos Marentes and live music by Las Cafeteras.

Plaza Mayor, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org 26, Easter Egg Hunt, 10am, noon, 2pm.

Children will find eggs filled with tumbled stones, colorful beads, fossils and minerals and will leave with eight new rock, fossil and mineral treasures. Children are welcome to bring their baskets and meet the Easter Bunny. For ages 12 and under; parent or guardian must be present. Limited space, please pre-purchase tickets. $4/child, Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th NW, 266-8443, mamasminerals.com.

Ongoing, ABQ Girl Choir Open Auditions. Attend rehearsal most Thus, 5pm.

K-12 grades. Central United Methodist Church, 201 University NE. Call first 9347409 or email: info@albuquerquegirlchoir.org.

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, Explora Music Jam, 2:152:45pm, Weds and Thus. Instruments are provided for all ages to join in the music jam. Free w/admission. Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us.

5, Chispa, Latin Diva Series,Ceci Bastida, 7:30pm. Born and raised in Tijuana and now living in LA, Ceci Bastida was one of the first women to rise in the ranks of contemporary Latin rock, joining the band Tijuana NO when she was just 15 and embarking on her solo career in 2006. $22/$17/$12, $2 discount for seniors/students/NHCC members, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

17, 19, Library Show, Uxia & Narf (from Galicia), noon. Uxía and Narf are two influential artists from Galicia in Spain. They unite to present a joint musical project that features classics from both musicians reinterpreting them, including poems original compositions and adaptations of traditional alalás, the oldest and best-known form of Galician music. Free, but reservations encouraged, Thu, North Valley Library, 7704 2nd NW; Fri, Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 232-9868, ampconcerts.org.

20, Lunasa with Tim O’Brien, 7:30pm.

Lúnasa are one of the popular Irish instrumental groups around; Tim is a songwriter and string player who also melds contemporary and traditional styles. $30/$25/$20, KiMo Theatre, 423 Central NW, 886-1251, ampconcerts.org.

22, Chispa: Latin Diva Series, Vanessa Zamora, 7:30pm. While she was a student, Vanessa Zamora began uploading videos covering favorite songs by various artists on YouTube and social networking sites. When her talent attracted increasing attention, she added her own original compositions.$12, Bank of America Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

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close experiences with caterpillars and butterflies; for grades K-3 followed by a tour at 11am. Price included in museum admission ($3/$1), Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-6020, balloonmuseum.com 8, LEAP into Science! Young Inventors, 3:30-5:30pm. Stories of young inventors combined with hands-on experience will inspire children to invent something great; supplies limited and registration required. 768-5136, Main Library, 501 Copper NW, 768-5136, abclibrary.org/mainlibrary.

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24, Chispa: Latin Diva Series, Buika, 7:30pm. A star in contemporary world music, jazz, flamenco, and fusion, Buika is one of the most sought-after performers on the world stage today. $25/$35/$45 with $5 discount for students and NHCC members, ABQ Journal Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

26, Cantores Festivi Concert, 2-3pm.

Join historical group Cantores Festivi for Over the Hills and Far Away: Music and Tales of Celtic Lands Through the Ages.

Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abclibrary.org/cherryhills.

19, Eggs-travaganza Open House, 10am-1pm. A family event with campus tours, teacher meetings, an egg hunt, games and activities for preschool-8th grades. Shepherd Lutheran School, 3900 Wyoming NE, 292-6622, shepherdlutheranschool.com.

19, Open House, The International School, 1-3pm. Visit to learn more. The International School, 2660 Eastman Crossing SE, 508-3295, TISnm.org.

Science & Nature Ongoing, Bird Walks in the Bosque, 8:30am, Sats and Suns. $3/vehicle, Rio Grande Nature Center, 2901 Candelaria NW, 344-7240, rgnc.org.

Ongoing, DynaTheater: Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Secret Ocean 3D, 1pm.

Jean-Michel Cousteau, son of ocean pioneer Jacques Cousteau, offers a breakthrough look at a secret world within the ocean that is perhaps the biggest story of all that the smallest life in the sea is the mightiest force on which we all depend. $10/$8/$6, 2 and under free, NM Museum of Natural History and Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org.

Ongoing, DynaTheater: Robots 3D, 11am, 3pm. How close are scientists to replicating some of the particularly challenging human characteristics? (Think fingers and toes.) Robots 3D is a fascinating and fun look at what makes us human, how far machines can really go to look and act like us, and how humanoids are already changing our world. $10$8/$6, 2 and under free, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org.

Ongoing, DynaTheater: Wild Africa, 10am, noon, 2pm, 4pm. Discover how spectacular thermal geysers help turn thousands of flamingos pink, and create the perfect conditions for them to breed; why the heat beating down on waterless dunes in the Namib Desert forces a lizard to dance; and why it snows on the equator. $10/$8/ $6, 2 and under free, NM Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain NW, 841-2800, nmnaturalhistory.org.

1, Science in the Sky, Butterflies Fly, 10am. An interactive presentation about anatomy, how wings work and up-

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Sports 2, Open Gym for Preschoolers and all ages Homeschoolers, 11am-12:30pm.

Supervised free time to crawl, roll, jump, climb and swing. $11 day of/$8 pre-pay, Sandia Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy (SAGA), 2832 Girard NE, 884-6949, sagagymnastics.com.

12, Belly Dancing, 2-3pm. Join Alissa Hall for an interactive class on bellydancing. All ages, sizes and genders welcome. Erna Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abclibrary.org/ernafergusson.

19, Open Gym, all ages, 1-3pm (ages 6+), 3-4:30pm (ages 5 and younger). Supervised free time to crawl, roll, jump, climb and swing. $11 day of/$8 pre-pay, Sandia Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy (SAGA), 2832 Girard NE, 884-6949, sagagymnastics.com.

26, Epilepsy Walk NM, 9am. The 5th annual walk held at Tiguex Park behind Old Town is followed by a butterfly release and raffle. $25-$35, 1800 Mountain NW, 321-1748, EpilepsyWalkNM.org.

26, Kids’ Night Out, all ages, 6-10pm.

This is supervised free time to play in the gym, eat pizza and which moves while parents get a night to themselves. $25 day of/$20 pre-pay, Sandia Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy (SAGA), 2832 Girard NE, 884-6949, sagagymnastics.com.

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8, Science in the Sky, It’s Not Magic, It’s Science, 10am. This lighthearted and highly educational program for students in grades 3-5 compares and contrasts what magicians and scientist do.

Price included in museum admission ($3/$1), Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, 768-6020, cabq.gov/balloonmuseum.

14, Celebrate Pi Day, noon-2:30pm.

Celebrate Pi-related activities in the Experiment Bar. Included with admission, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 2248323, explora.us.

19, Second Annual Ballooning For All, 7-11am. Balloon rally for people of all abilities and special needs, open to the public. Balloon rally tethered rides with accessible gondolas (weather permitting) from 7-9am; tailgate festival with food trucks, music, activities, resource booths and Shining Starts Art Exhibit by citizens with disabilities from 9-11am.

Free, Balloon Museum Lawn, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-6020, balloonmuseum.com.

21, STEM2U Training, 6-7pm. One hour hands-on STEM2U kit training is for Rio Rancho area educators. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

23, LEAP Into Science Preschool Workshop, 10:30-11am. Preschoolers will explore sound using a variety of musical instruments and other objects possessing unique tonal qualities (ages 35). South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abclibrary.org/southbroadway.

28-Apr 1, Explora Camp, 9am-4pm.

Spark children’s curiosity about science, technology and art with engaging singleday camps. Before- and after-camp care options. Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 2248323, explora.us.

28-Apr 1, Farm Camp, 9am-3pm.

Explore 20+ acres of the Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center and nearby Bosque to discover creatures that call this area home. Camp includes hands-on garden activities, preparing healthy treats, create art, singing songs and learning about plants and animals. $250/scholarships available, Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center, 4920 Rio Grande NW,344-6582, losranchosnm.gov.

28-Apr 1, Keshet Dance Camp, 8:30am-4pm. This camp will include classes in several dance techniques including Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, and Hip Hop, for ages 6-14, No previous dance experience needed. $220 or $50/day, KLab (Keshet Kinesthetic Education Laboratory), 4121 Cutler NE, 2249808, keshetarts.org/klab/.

28-Apr 1, Learners Chess Camp, 8:30am-12pm, 1-4:30pm and 8:30am4:30pm. Learners uses the game of chess to teach kids intellectual, social and leadership skills for success in school and life. The camp is fun and interactive offering prize-earning activities that revolve around learning chess; for ages 6-14 (also available in Rio Rancho). $35$65, Learners Chess Academy, 532 Adams NE, 681-8951, learnerschess.org.

28-Apr 1, Learning Rx One On One Brain Camp. One-on-one brain training to help target weak areas in the learning

Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar process. Learning Rx, 7120 Wyoming NE, Suite 16, 856-1596, learningrx.com/albuquerque-northeast.

28-Apr 1, Science is Everywhere, 9am-4pm. Camps are for ages 6-10 and campers need to bring a daily lunch and snack. Topics include: You Better Believe It!, Balloon Blow Out, Spark Lab, Voyaging to the Deep, Disaster Averted, Bring in the Nose!, Caught on Tape, Fact or Fairytale, Cartoon Physics and Off the Wall. $55/session, The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, 601 Eubank SE, 245-2137, ext. 103, nuclearmuseum.org.

28-Apr 1, Soccer Tech Academy, 9:30am-12pm. Open to all players, boys and girls ages 8-16; work on finishing vs. shooting, combination plays, ball mastery, game/field awareness, turning and finishing, and small sided games. $90, Arroyo Del Oso Park (Spain/west of Wyoming), 615-3182, soccertechacademy.com 28-Apr 1, Sol Acting Academy Spring Break Musical Theater Camp: You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, 9am4pm. Dance, Sing, and perform; Jason Weiler will lead young actors through an action packed week of acting exercises and improv games, plus learn songs and choreography! The week ends with a showcase for family and friends. $334.38, Sol Arts Acting Academy, 5500 San Mateo NE, Suite 114, 881-0975, solacting.com 28-Apr 1, ThinkIt Spring Break Classes. Hands-on curriculum for grades 1-5. Focus areas include All Star Camp, Rockets & Robots, P.M. Club, STEM Connections, Tennis Camp and Variety Sports Camp. $50-$195, ABQ Academy, 6400 Wyoming NE, 828-3325, aa.edu/thinkit.

28-Apr 1, Trot to the Top Camp, 10am-3pm. Ages 5-14 learn proper care, grooming and riding horses in a safe, friendly environment. All activities are horse-related, designed to teach selfconfidence and responsibility. In addition to riding, activities will include artwork, games and stories. Liz Sanchez Stables, 7622 Rio Grande NW, 898-1810, lizsanchezstables.com.

28-Apr 1, UNM Continuing Ed, various times. Camps include several topics: Dance Camp (ages 6-14), Acting for Stage and Screen (ages 6-12), Pop- Up Interior Design (ages 8-11), Environmental Engineering (ages 5-8), LEGO Space Adventures: Star Wars Infused Camp (ages 6-11), Camp Kelvin (ages 5-8), Electronic Video Game Design - Bug Invasions (ages 8-14), Art and Design Portfolio (ages 8-11), LEGO Remote Control: Wheels in Motion Camp (ages 6-11). Prices and locations vary, UNM Continuing Education, 277-0077, ce.unm.edu/YouthSB. 28-Apr 1, Yoga Camp for Kids & Teens, 1-4pm. Camps for kids and tweens/teens offer a safe environment where youth can gain strength and confidence while learning valuable tools for self-care and well-being. $135, High Desert Yoga, 4600 Copper NE, 232-9642, highdesertyoga.com 28, 29, Zoo Wildlife Safari, 8:30am4pm. Learn about wildlife and endangered species in NM and around the world (grades 2-6). $50/$45/day, $250/$225 week, ABQ Zoo, 903 10th SW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

30, Aquarium Water Journey, 8:30am-4pm. Search for mysterious freshwater creatures and tour the aquarium to learn about ocean animals (grades 2-6). ABQ Aquarium, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

31, Botanic Garden Green Connection, 8:30am-4pm. Find out how plants support the web of life on Earth and discover their uses (grades 2-6) ABQ Bio Park Botanic Garden, 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

Apr 1, BioPark Outdoor Adventure, 8:30am-4pm. A trek through the bosque to experience nature at the heart of the city (grades 2-6). Tingley Beach (starts and ends at the Aquarium/Botanic Garden), 2601 Central NW, 848-7180, cabq.gov.

Stage 3-6, 10-13, 17-20, Siembra, Latino Theatre Season: Real Women Have Curves, 7:30pm, Thu-Sat; 2pm, Sun. An original drama about five immigrant women working in a sewing factory in East Los Angeles in 1987 highlights issues of gender politics and the Latina immigrant experience. $18, $3 student discount/$10 on Thu, Well Fargo Auditorium, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccm.org.

4-13, Pinkalicious, The Musical.

Based on the book by Victoria Kann. Presented by the Growing Stage at the African Performing Arts Center, 300 San Pedro NE, 288-1205, thegrowingstage.com.

4-27, West Side Story, 7:30pm, Fris and Sats; 2pm, Suns plus one showing at 7:3opm, Thu, Mar. 17. The adaptation of the classic romantic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet where the feuding families become two warring New York City gangs. $22/$20/$14, ABQ Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale SW, albuquerquelittletheatre.org.

5, 6, Science Girl in Dr. Von Heister’s Hijinks, 1:30-2pm and 3:30-4pm, Sat; 2:30pm, Sun. A one-act play by Explora Youth Intern Melissa Ober, in which the audience helps Science Girl succeed with her experiments. Included with admission/Free for members, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us.

13, 26, 27, Play Dates, various times.

The ABQ Theater Guild’s Play Dates Program brings middle and high school kids (and some accompanying adults) to weekend performances by ABQ Theater Guild theatre companies. A Play Date person will discuss what to expect, discuss the show and answer questions.

Shows include The Chupacabra Cantina, My Fair Lady and West Side Story. Free, Various locations, 247-1909, abqtheatre.org.

31, Siembra, Latino Theatre Season: Yo Soy Joaquín!, 7:30pm. An epic poem

by Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales famously associated with the Chicano movement of the 1960s, Yo Soy Joaquín! is presented by Patricio Tlacaelel Trujillo y Fuentes in the form of a play. $10, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org.

Storytelling & Books Ongoing, Alamosa Library, Baby Storytime (ages 0-2 1/2 ) 10:30am, Thus, 10:30am; Basics for Beginners, by appointment; Family Coloring Club, 1st Tue, 3-4:30pm; LEGO Club (ages 6+), 2nd Mon, 3:30-5pm; Craft with Tina, 3rd Wed, 3:30-5pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Weds, 10 & 10:30am; Read to the Dogs (ages 6+), 3rd Tue, 3-4:30pm; Tween Craft with Tina (ages 9-12), 3rd Thu, 3-4pm.

Free, 6900 Gonzales SW, 836-0684, abclibrary.org/alamosa.

Ongoing, Books to Art for Kids, 1st Weds, 10am. A story time and art hour to promote literacy and a love of reading in preschool/pre-K children. $2-$5, Free with museum admission or under 5, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th NW, 843-7270, indianpueblo.org.

Ongoing, Central & Unser Library, Bilingual One on One Computer Help, Weds, 4-5pm; Crafty Club for Kids (ages 38), Tues, 11am; Family Storytime (all ages), Mons, 10:30am; ECRR Baby Storytime (ages 0-3), Weds, 10:30am; ECRR Baby Storytime (ages 0-3) Weds, 10:30am; ECCR Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Thus, 11:30am; Gizmo Garage (ages 15+), 3rd Fri, 4-5pm; Children’s Program (ages 3-8, Children’s Activity Room), 4th Mon, 4pm; Teen Program (ages 13-18, Children’s Activity Room), 2nd Mon, 4pm; Tween and Teen Program (ages 9-18), 2nd Thu, 4pm; Music & Movement Storytime (ages

0-6), Sats, 11am. Free, 8081 Central NW, 768-4320, abclibrary.org/centralunser.

Ongoing, Cherry Hills Library, An Itch to Stitch (all ages), Tues, 10am-12pm; Baby and Toddler Storytime, (ages 0-2), Weds and Thus, 11am; Book Discussion Group, 1st Fri, 10:30am-12pm; Chess Club, 1st Sat, 1-3pm; Chess for Beginners, 3rd Sun, 2pm; Elementary Science, (ages 612), 3rd Wed, 3-4; Gizmo Garage, dates and times on website; Let’s LEGO (ages 612), 2nd Sun and 4th Wed, 3pm; Mystery Book Club, 1st Tue, 6-7:30pm; Preschool Art or science (ages 3-5), dates and times listed on website; Read to the Dogs, 1st and 3rd Sat, 1-3pm; Spanish Literature Group, dates and times on website; Tablet Class: One on One, check website for details; Tween Time, check website for details; Women’s Friendship in Literature Book Group, check website for details. Free, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abclibrary.org/cherryhills.

Ongoing, East Mountain Library, Baby Storytime (ages 6 mo-3 years), Tues, 10:30-11:15am; LEGO Club (ages 5+), 2nd Sat, 2:30-3:30pm; Magic: The Gathering (middle and high school teens), 4th Fri, 35pm; One-on-One Computer Sessions Thus, 11am-12pm with appointment only; Pokemon DS Battle Club (ages 8-12 encouraged), 1st Wed, 3-5pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Weds, 10:30-11:15am; Read to the Dogs, 2nd Sat, 1-2:30 & every Wed 1-2pm; Yu-Gi-Oh! Club, 3rd Fri, 35pm. Free, 487 NM 33, Tijeras, 281-8508, abclibrary.org/eastmountain.

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Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar Ongoing, Erna Fergusson Library, Baby/Toddler Storytime (ages 0-3), Tues, 10:15am; Book Club, 1st Wed, 6-7:30pm; First Friday Craft (under 11 must be accompanied by adult), 1st Fri, 4pm; LEGO Club (ages 5+), 3rd Sat, 2:30pm; Music & Movement (ages 0-6), Thus, 10:15am; One-on-One Computer Sessions, Weds, 10-11am & 11am-12pm, by appt; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Weds 10:15am; Tea Time with Erna Fergusson Puppet Show, Mons, 4:30pm. Free, 3700 San Mateo NE, 888-8100, abclibrary.org/ernafergusson.

Ongoing, Ernie Pyle Library, Monkey Business (ages 3-5), Thus, 10:30am through Mar 31. Free, 900 Girard SE, 2562065, abclibrary.org/erniepyle.

Ongoing, Juan Tabo Library, Computer Classes, Thus, 10-11:30am, register in advance; Gizmo Garage, Sats, 10:30amnoon; LEGO Club (ages 4+), 2nd Sat, 2:30pm, 3rd Wed 3pm; Music and Movement Storytime, Tues, 11:15am; The NoDrama Drama Club, 1st Sat, 4pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Thus, 11:15am; Reading Across America Book Club, 3rd Thu, 1:30pm, Zentangle Club, 3rd Fri, 1:30pm. Free, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 2916260, abclibrary.org/juantabo.

Ongoing, Loma Colorado Main Library, Wacky Wednesdays, Weds, 23:30pm. A different adventure each week; crafts, hands-on science, maker activities, shows, games and other activities for grades K-6, families welcome.

Free, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

Ongoing, Lomas Tramway Library, Baby and Toddler Storytime (ages 0-3), Fris 10:30am; Family Craft (ages 5+), 2nd Sat, 3pm; Knitting Club, Tues, 2-3:30pm; Book Club, 1st Wed, 2-3pm; Music by the Mountain, events vary; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5, groups of five or more, call ahead), Thus, 10:30am; Read to the Dogs, 3rd Sat, 1-3pm, 3rd Wed, 3:30pm.

Free, 908 Eastridge NE, 291-6295, abclibrary.org/lomastramway.

Ongoing, Los Griegos Library, ECRR Baby Storytime (ages 0-2), Weds, 11:1511:45am; Book Discussion, 4th Fri, 34:30pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Thus, 11:15-11:45am; Read to the Dogs, 1st & 3rd Weds, 3-4:30pm. Free, 1000 Griegos NW, 761-4020, abclibrary.org/losgriegos.

Ongoing, Main Library, Baby and Toddler Storytime (ages 0-3), Thus, 10:30am; Family Storytime, Sats, 10:30am; Genealogy Research Day (adults), last Tue, 10:30am-3:30pm; LEGO Club (ages 518), 3rd Wed, 3:30-5pm; Military Research Day, 1st Tue (15+), 10:30am-2:30pm; Music and Movement Storytime, Mons , 10:30am; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Weds, 10:30am; Read to the Dogs, 2nd Sat, 1pm; Teen Movie Club (ages 13-18), 3rd Tue, 3:30-6:30pm; Walk-In Computer Help, Weds, 11am-noon, Thus, 3-4pm.

Free, 501 Copper NW, 768-5141, abclibrary.org/mainlibrary.

Ongoing, North Valley Library, Baby/Toddler Storytime (0-2 years pretalkers), Tues, 11am; Children’s Craft, 3rd Wed, 4-5pm; Gizmo Garage/Computer Classes (registration required), Thus, 11am, Sats, 10am; LEGO Club, 2nd and 4th Thus, 3:30-5pm; Book Club, one Fri/month, noon-1pm; North Valley Knit-

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ters (all abilities), Thus, 2-3:30pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 - pre-readers), Weds, 11am; Read to the Dogs, Weds, 3:154:45pm. Free, 7704 2nd St NW, 897-8823, abclibrary.org/northvalley.

Ongoing, San Pedro Library, All ages Craft, 3rd Sat, 10:30am-12pm; LEGO Club (ages 5+) 2nd and 4th Fri, 3-5pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Fris, 10:30am; San Pedro Colors!, 2nd Sat, 2-3pm. Free, 5600 Truman SE, 256-2067, abclibrary.org/sanpedro.

Ongoing, South Broadway Library, Craft Time, 1st and last Wed, 3-5pm; Gizmo Garage, 2nd Thu, 4-5pm; LEGO Club (ages 5+), last Tue, 3:30-5pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 - pre-readers), Weds 10:30am; Read to the Dogs, Thus, 45pm; Wii Saturdays, Sats 3-5pm. Free, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abclibrary.org/s0uthbroadway.

Yarn (ages 12+), Fris, 2-3:30pm; LEGO Club, 2nd and 4th Wed, 3:30-5pm; Pajama Storytime, 3rd Thus, 6:30pm; Preschool Storytime, Tues, Thus, 10:30am; Taylor Ranch Book Group, 2nd Sat, 2-3:30pm; Young Adult Group Meeting (ages 13-18), 3rd Wed, 3:30-5pm. Free, 5700 Bogart NW, 897-8816, abclibrary.org/taylorranch.

Ongoing, Tony Hillerman Library, Art Around the World (ages 6-14, registration required), 1st Weds, 11am-4pm; Hillerman Stitching Club, Tues, 11am-1pm; LEGO Adventures, 1st Sat, 2pm; Music and Movement Storytime, (ages 0-5), Sats, 10:15am; Origami Adventures (ages 5-99), 2nd Sat, 2pm; Poetry Around the World (ages 10+), 3rd Thus, 4pm; Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Thus or Fris 10:15am; Read to the Dogs, Weds, 4pm, 2nd Sat, 11am; Who Dunnit? Mystery Book Club, 2nd Thus, 3-4pm. Free, 8205 Apache NE,

Ongoing, South Valley Library, Board Games, 4th Fri, 3-5pm; Book Discussion Group, 3rd Sat, noon; Classic Movies, 2nd Sat, 3pm; Family Craft, 3rd Wed, 3-5pm; Family Movie Night, 2nd Fri, 3pm; Gardening, 1st Sat, 4-5pm; Gizmo Garage, 1st Sat, noon-1pm; LEGO Club (ages 4-14), 3rd Fri, 3-5pm; Movie Matinee (teens and adults), 1st Sat, 2pm; Music and Movement Storytime (ages 0-6), Thus, 2:30pm; One-on-One Computer Session, Thus, 11am-noon; Preschool Storytime (ages 35), Weds, 10:15am; South Valley Community Garden, 1st Fri, 4-5pm; Spanish On-OnOne Computer Session, Sats, 4-5pm by appt. Free, 3904 Isleta NW, 877-5170, abclibrary.org/southvalley.

Ongoing, Special Collections Library, Gizmo Garage, by appointment only; Weekly Library Tour, Thus, noon.

Free, 423 Central NE, 848-1376, abclibrary.org/specialcollections.

Ongoing, Stories in the Sky, Weds, 9:30, 11am. Laurie Magovern reads an aerial themed story along with arts and crafts, music and song; geared toward children up to 6 years old who can take home their creations. Free, Sky Lounge, ABQ Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 686-6020, balloonmuseum.com.

Ongoing, Taylor Ranch Library, Family Craft, 1st Wed, 3:30-5pm; Family Storytime, (ages 0-2), Sats, 10:30am; Gizmo Garage (registration required), Suns, 3pm, Weds, 6pm, Thus, 10am; A Good

291-6264, abclibrary.org/tonyhillerman.

Ongoing, Westgate Library, One-onOne Basic Computer classes, Weds, 1011am; Preschool Storytime (ages 2.5-5), Tues, 10:30am. Free, 1300 Delgado SW, 833-6984, abclibrary.org/westgate.

2, Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash, 3-4pm.

Stories, crafts, refreshments and fun.

North Valley Library, 7704 2nd NW, 897-8823, abclibrary.org/northvalley.

11, Bookworks Book Club, Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee, 11am-12pm.

Esther Bone Library, 950 Pinetree SE. Rio Rancho, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org.

12, Friends of the Library of Rio Rancho Book Sale, 10am-2pm. Sale involves thousands of books and proceeds help fund library programs. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

12, Read to the Dogs, 11am-1pm. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

19, Read to the Dogs, 11am-1pm. Esther Bone Library, 950 Pinetree SE. Rio Rancho, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org.

March/April 2016

Support Groups Ongoing, Adoption Support Group, 7pm, 4th Thu. Support group for adoptees, adoptive parents and birth

parents. Free, Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, 8300 Constitution NE, 275-9952.

Ongoing, Autism/Asperger Peer Support Group, 6:30pm, 2nd Tue. Open to everyone on the autism spectrum.

Free, sign up at grasp.org.

Ongoing, Autism/Asperger Support Group: For teens and adults, 7pm 2nd Tue at Friends Meetinghouse, 1600 5th NW, 843-6450, e-mail ilf@ianford.com or visit grasp.org.

Ongoing, Breastfeeding Support Group, noon-1pm, 4th Tue. Free, Los Griegos Community Center, 1231 Candelaria NW, 761-4050, breastfeedingnewmexico.org.

Ongoing, Cancer Care, 11:15am-12:15pm Tues. Safe for patients in any stage of treatment. Learn to build stamina & relieve stress. Free, High Desert Yoga, 232-9642, 4600 Copper NE, highdesertyoga.com.

Ongoing, Cancer Support for Survivors & Caregivers, various times and locations. Provides support for caregivers, family, friends. One-on-one cancer support also provided. 255-0405, cancersupportnow.org.

Ongoing, Celiac Disease/Gluten Intolerance/Wheat Allergy Support Group Potluck, noon-2pm, 4th Sats.

Friendly support for the newly diagnosed and all coping with these issues. Potluck meal and an educational discussion.

North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7521 Carmel NE, 298-0922, glutenfreealbuquerque.com.

Ongoing, Children’s Grief Center of NM. A safe place for families to share their experiences as they grieve. Peer support groups for ages 5-25 and their caregivers. Supervised play, art and storytelling to assist in the grieving process.

323-0478, childrensgrief.org.

Ongoing, Epilepsy Support Groups, Group focuses on studies of epilepsy and the brain, and discusses how to improve their lives while living with epilepsy. Call 243-9119 or check website for details on when groups are held. Epilepsy Support & Education Services, 2202 Menaul NE, Suite A, epilepsysupportnm.org.

Ongoing, Muscular Dystrophy Association NM, 5:30-7pm, 1st Mon and 3rd Wed A support group for anyone coping with muscle disease or caring for a loved one who is afflicted. Free, UNM Hospital, Bill Richardson Building, 6th floor, 2211 Lomas NE, for more info call 828-1331.

Ongoing, NAMI Family Support Group, 6pm, Tues, except the 2nd Tue of the month. For family members, partners and friends of individuals 18 and older living with a mental illness. Free, NAMI Albuquerque, 2501 San Pedro Dr. NE, Suite 212, nami.org.

22, OCD Support Group, 6-8pm. Children, adolescents, teens and family members of each are invited to come learn more about this misunderstood diagnosis, and gain support and information from others suffering with OCD and related disorders. Free, NM OCD Support, North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7521 Carmel NE, 350-1849, newmexicoocdsupport.com.

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NM Museum of Natural History Annex, 1801 Mountain Road NW, agmc.info.

Ongoing, Ani-Manga Club, 2nd Weds, 6-7pm. Join other anime and manga fans, new anime and manga topics every month plus themed food and activities; for ages 13-19. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

Ongoing, Thirsty For Breaks, 6-9pm, Thus. Open to girls and guys of all breakdancing skill levels. Free (donations accepted), Warehouse 508, 508 1st NW, 296-2738.

Ongoing, Youth Radio: Generation Justice, 7pm, Suns. The voices of NM teens via news, commentary, interviews, music. KUNM 89.9 FM. 23, Teen Advisory Group, 5-6pm. This is a chance for teens to recommend books, magazines, audiobooks, DVDs and

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Ongoing, New Parents’ Group, 10am Tues. Weekly gathering for new parents and their babies to get support, encouragement, advice; older children are always welcome, too. Inspired Birth & Families, 6855 4th NW, Ste E2, 232-2772, inspiredabq.com.

11, 12, NM Kids Consignment Event, 10am-6pm, Fri; 10am-3pm, Sat. This is an opportunity to buy and sell gently used toys and gear. Over 15,000 items expected and Saturday is half off day with many items discounted 50%. School Arts Bldg, Expo NM, 300 San Pedro NE, nmkidssales.com.

18, Adult Night: Everyone Knows It’s Windy, 6:30-10pm. Activities for those 18 and older include hands-on experiments with surprising materials related to the theme and all main exhibit activities are open for exploration, plus Live music. $8/$5, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us.

19, 20, Mommy’s Market Consignment Event, 9am-5pm, Sat; $1 admission Sun, 2-5pm. One hundred and fifty local families will sell their gently used Maternity/Baby/Kids items. Thousands of items in one place organized by size/gender

Especially for Parents Ongoing, Moms & Babies Group, 1pm Weds. Fun gathering for moms & babies under 2 years. ABQ Birth Network, 123 Wellesley SE, albuquerquebirthnetwork.org.

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, Doula Tea with Doulas of the SW, 10-11am, 2nd Sat. Meet the Doulas and learn how a private Doula can support you during pregnancy, birth and beyond. ABQ Birth Network, 123 Wellesley SE,

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Arts & Crafts 5, Make Lab: Sew Club, 4:30-5:30pm.

Children ages 8-12 will learn the basics of measuring, cutting using sewing tools and completing a project. Free, Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

16, LEGO Club, 3-4:40pm. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

Angelo, 7 other material. For ages 13+. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

31, Teen Event: Career Speed Date, 23pm. Teens 13-18 spend on-on-one time with experts in diverse fields, discussing what they do and how they got there.

Rotate to a different career and fresh perspective every few minutes (registration requested and limited). Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, 857-8321, abclibrary.org/cherryhills.

19, Intro to Crochet, 3:30-5pm. Introductory crochet session, bring your own project or start something new. 764-1742.

South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abclibrary.org/southbroadway.

19, Under a Triumphant Sky, a Bike Across America Story, 1-2pm. Author Steve Garufi will bring his bicycle, map and photo album to share. Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, 897-8816, abclibrary.org/taylorranch.

30, Spring Break Family Day, 9:30am-3pm. Entertainment, hands-on art stations, food truck, bring a kite and picnic. Activities included with regular museum admission, Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-6020, balloonmuseum.com.

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Sunday is half-price day. 3800 Eubank NE. For more info visit MommysMarkets.com.

Also of Interest Ongoing, B&N Gamer Club, 6pm, Weds. Gamers of all ages are welcome to bring their favorite card game, strategy game or handheld video game and play with fellow gamers. Barnes & Noble Booksellers Westside, 3701-A Ellison NW, 792-4234, barnesandnoble.com.

Ongoing, Coloring Club, 11am, Mons.

Bring your own supplies or use those provided. Barnes & Noble Booksellers Westside, 3701-A Ellison NW, 792-4234, barnesandnoble.com.

12, Pajama Movietime: Monsters INC., 3:30-5pm. Celebrate the last day before Daylight Saving Time and feel free to wear pajamas (Pixar’s Monsters INC is rated G and children must be accompanied by an adult). South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, 764-1742, abclibrary.org/southbroadway.

19, Batman Vs. Superman Trivia Night, 7pm. Come dressed as a favorite DC character and join in. Barnes & Noble Booksellers Westside, 3701-A Ellison NW, 792-4234, barnesandnoble.com.

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Classes & Workshops 2, Kids’ Rock Geology Class, 10am. An introduction to basic concepts of geologic time, the rock cycle, types of rocks and a chance to see and learn about crystals, minerals, fossils and stones! For children ages 4 and up (parents are welcome to stay). Free with reservation, Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th NW, Ste B, 266-8443, mamasminerals.com/classes.

9, Kids’ Future Paleontologist Class, 10am. Discover the world down under; learn about fossil formation and fossil types in this hands-on, one-hour long presentation. Build a “fossil” mold using brachiopod fossils and Plaster of Paris; be prepared to get messy; wear "dirtyable" clothes. $10, Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th St. NW, Ste. B, 266-8443, MamasMinerals.com/classes.

9, UNM Young Writer’s Conference, 8:30am-4pm. Learn the ins and outs of writing and getting published from professional writers. $75, (includes a box lunch), 1634 University NE, 277-0077, ce.unm.edu/youthSB. 30, Kids’ Mother’s Day Jewelry Making Class, 1:30pm. Children 8+ will get to design and assemble their own beaded necklace and bracelet, or three bracelets. All materials and tools are provided. $15 class fee due upon signup, Mama’s Minerals, 800 20th St. NW, Ste B, 266-8443, MamasMinerals.com/classes.

Dance 5, Creative Movement for Children, 10:30-11:15am. A creative movement workshop where children ages 2-4 will learn basic dance concepts such as rhythm, balance, shape and imagination. Copresented by Keshet Dance Co. Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, 897-8816, abclibrary.org/taylorranch.

6, Creative Movement for Children, 10:30-11:15am. A creative movement workshop where children ages 2-4 will learn basic dance concepts such as rhythm, balance, shape and imagination. Copresented by Keshet Dance Co. Main Library, 501 Copper NW, 768-5141, abclibrary.org/mainlibrary.

7, Hip Hop Dance Workshop, 22:45pm. A movement-based workshop to learn hip hop dance for children 6-10, copresented by Keshet Dance Co. Taylor Ranch, 5700 Bogart NW, 897-8816, abclibrary.org/taylorranch.

7, 21, Creative Movement for Children, 2:30-3:15pm. A creative movement workshop where children ages 2-4 will learn basic dance concepts such as rhythm, balance, shape and imagination.

Copresented by Keshet Dance Co. South Valley Library, 3904 Isleta NW, 877-5170, abclibrary.org/southvalley.

12, Creative Movement for Children, 11am-12pm. A creative movement workshop where children ages 2-4 will learn basic dance concepts such as rhythm, balance, shape and imagination. Copresented by Keshet Dance Co. Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abclibrary.org/juantabo.

27, Hip Hop Dance Workshop, 3-4pm.

A movement-based workshop to learn hip hop dance for children 6-10, copresented by Keshet Dance Co. Juan Tabo Library, 3407 Juan Tabo NE, 291-6260, abclibrary.org/juantabo.

Exhibits Ongoing, Tinkertown Museum, Ross Ward spent more than 40 years of his life carving, collecting and constructing this museum. During the 1960s and 1970s, his miniature wood-carved figures traveled to fairs and carnivals around the country. 121 Sandia Crest, Sandia Park, 81-5233, tinkertown.com.

30, Corrales Art Studio Tour, 10am5pm. Village artists will open their studios and homes, hosting artists from surrounding areas. The tour provides an opportunity to meet the artists, see their work and learn about their creative process. Preview gallery open Apr 29, 15pm. Free, corralesartstudiotour.com, nmartistsmarket.org.

Fairs & Festivals 16, Fiestas de Albuquerque, noon.

Celebrate as ABQ turns 310 years old. A day of family fun in Historic Old Town with live entertainment, free kids’ activities, artist demonstrations, food and

Albuquerque Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar shopping. At 3:30 descendants of ABQ’s founding families hold their procession through Old Town. Free, Old Town, N. Plaza St, 768-3556, cab.gov.

30, Albuquerque Renaissance Faire, 10am. Savor the music, food and culture of medieval times with live entertainment, living history and demonstrations, the Village Shoppe, the Commoners Food Court, the Tilted Tankard Tavern, the Children’s Realm, a group wedding and a Faire Wear Show: Pet Fashion Contest.

There will also be an equestrian showcase and live battle reenactments.

Free/$5/$10, 9201 Balloon Museum NE, 768-3556, balloonmuseum.com.

Music 24, Young Artists’ Competition for Piano and Strings winners perform, 3pm. The first-place piano and strings winners perform solo with the NM Philharmonic. Free, First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, 323-4343, nmphil.org.

Open Houses 4, Calvary Preschool Open House, 67:30pm. Calvary Preschool, 4001 Osuna NE, 338-0183, calvaryabq.org/preschool.

Science & Nature Ongoing, Toddler Time, Mons, 9-11am.

Explora opens an hour earlier for you and your toddler ages 4 and under to explore early childhood exhibit areas, enjoy story time and a music jam.

Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us 2, Leap Into Science Family Program, 12-2pm. Tabletop activities designed to promote scientific collaboration between children and adult partners. This program invites families to have fun listening to and exploring sounds and vibrations. Lomas Tramway Library, 908 Eastridge NE, 291-6295, abclibrary.org/lomastramway.

10, Explora’s PoP Science Activity, 14pm. Meet local scientists as they offer demos and activities related to their work. Included with regular admission $4/$8, and free for Explora members.

Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8323, explora.us.

18, STEM2U Training, 6-7pm. One hour hands-on STEM2U kit training is for Rio Rancho area educators. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

30, Leap into Science: Sound Sleuths, 2-3pm. Children may start off as noisemakers, but they will quickly progress to sound sleuths who can listen to and describe all of the things they see, feel and hear vibrating. Lomas Tramway, 908 Eastridge NE, 291-6295, abclibrary.org/lomastramway.

Sports 6, Open Gym for preschoolers and all ages homeschool, 11am-12:30pm.

Supervised free time in the gym to crawl, roll, jump and swing. $11 day of/$8 prepay, Sandia Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy (SAGA), 2832 Girard NE, 884-6949, sagagymnastics.com.

16, Open Gym, all ages, 1-3pm, (ages 6+), 3-4:30pm, ages 5 and younger. Sandia Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy (SAGA), 2832 Girard NE, 884-6949, sagagymnastics.com.

Stage 3, 7, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, Play Dates, various times. The ABQ Theater Guild’s Play Dates Program brings middle and high school kids (and some accompanying adults) to weekend performances by ABQ Theater Guild theatre companies. A Play Date person will discuss what to expect, discuss the show and answer questions.

Shows include The Chupacabra Cantina, My Fair Lady and West Side Story 2471909, Story. Free, Various locations, abqtheatre.org.

1-10, Siembra, Latino Theatre Season: Yo Soy Joaquín! 7:30pm, Thu-Sat; 2pm, Sun. An epic poem by Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales famously associated with the Chicano movement of the 1960s, Yo Soy Joaquín! is presented by Patricio Tlacaelel Trujillo y Fuentes in the form of a play. $18, $3 discount for students, seniors and NHCC members, $10 Thu shows, Wells Fargo Auditorium, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org.

12-15, NM Young Actors: Disney’s “Alice In Wonderland Jr,” School Group Performance, 10am each day and 12:30 Thu, Fri. Based on the 1951 Disney film "Alice in Wonderland" and the Novels "The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking Glass" by Lewis Carroll. $6, KiMo Theatre, 421 Central NW, 821-8055, kimotickets.com, nmyoungactors.org.

15-May 1, The Diary of Anne Frank.

In Nazi-occupied Holland, Otto Frank and his family have gone into hiding, because of the increasing persecutions against Jews. The businessman Kraler and his assistant Miep prepare a hiding place in the rooms above their place of business, and arrange for the Franks and another family, the Van Daans, to stay there. Later on, they are joined by the dentist Dussel. Together, they try to avoid detection while hoping for Holland to be liberated by the Allies, but even meeting basic needs can become a challenge, and even minor incidents could present a grave risk. ABQ Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale SW, 242-4750, albuquerquelittletheatre.org.

16, 17, NM Young Actors: Disney’s Alice In Wonderland Jr., Public Performance, 2pm. Based on the 1951 Disney film Alice in Wonderland and the Novels The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass

by Lewis Carroll. $12/$10, KiMo Theatre, 421 Central NW, 768-3544,

kimotickets.com.

23, The 45th Anniversary Screening of Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, 2pm. A special fundraiser that includes a costume contest, a sing along, picture booth and costumes. $10, KiMo Theatre, 421 Central NW, 768-3522, holdmyticket.com/event/225880.

3-10, Opera SW Presents Rossini’s Il Turco in Italia, 2pm, Sun; 7:30pm, Wed & Fri. A fully staged opera with orchestra, sung in Italian with English translation supertitles and presented in two acts with one intermission. $15-$85, discounts for groups and patrons 30 and younger.

ABQ Journal Theatre, Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 724-4771, nhccnm.org.

Storytime 9, Read to the Dogs, 11am-1pm. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

16, Read to the Dogs, 11am-1pm. Esther Bone Library, 950 Pinetree SE. Rio Rancho, 891-5012, riorancholibraries.org.

Support Groups 5, 19, OCD Support Group, 6-8pm.

Children, adolescents, teens and family members of each are invited to come learn more about this misunderstood diagnosis, and gain support and information from others suffering with OCD and related disorders. Free, NM OCD Support, North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7521 Carmel NE, 350-1849, newmexicoocdsupport.com.

18, Meet the Midwives of Women's Specialists of NM, 6pm. Meet the Midwives of Women’s Specialists of NM, visit with midwives, talk about pregnancy and learn about birth options. Free, Lovelace Women’s Hospital, 4701 Montgomery NE, 843-6168, wsnm.org.

Especially for Parents 7, Science on Tap, 5:30-6:30pm. Eat, drink, meet a local scientist and enjoy a free science-related talk, sponsored by Explora, UNM and National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. Yanni’s Lemoni Lounge, 3109 Central NE, 2689250, scienceontapnm.blogspot.com, yannisandlemoni.com.

9, Spring Garage Sale, 7:30am-2pm. A non-profit fundraiser for ABQ Mothers of Twins Club; more than 15,000 items gently used, well priced. $1, Sandia Prep, 532 Osuna NE, 720-9957, facebook.com/AMOTCgaragesale.

For Teachers & Caregivers 23, Explora Workshop for Teachers: “Creative Strategies for implementing NGSS Science and Engineering Practices,” 1-3pm. Gain useful and engaging strategies for achieving many of the Common Core and cross-disciplinary Science and Engineering Practices presented in the

Next Generation Science Standards. $20 per person, pre-registration required, Explora, 1701 Mountain NW, 224-8341,explora.us.

Also of Interest 1, Farm Tour, 10-11am. During this morning tour of a working organic lavender farm and kitchen gardens with farmers, find out how to grow waterwise crops, mix compost and learn about field-to-fork practices. Wear comfortable shoes. Free for Inn guests/$10, Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm, 4803 Rio Grande NW, 938-2192, lospoblanos.com.

2, Farm Volunteer Day, 8-11am. Bed preparation and planting out crops; open to 14+, or mature younger child accompanied by an adult. Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm, 4803 Rio Grande NW, 938-2192, lospoblanos.com.

22, Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School’s 5th Annual Art Fest & Silent Auction, 4:30-7pm. This event is to raise money for art, music and drama in the classroom. Along with the silent auction is art created by the students for viewing and an enchilada dinner by Garcia’s Kitchen for $5 per plate.

Free, 1650 Gabaldon NW, 842-5993, mrgcharter.org.

23, Camino Real Model Horse Show, 8:30am. Live model horse show for horse-crazy kids. Bring model horses out and exhibit them for ribbons and prizes.

Breyer, Stone, Custom, China, all collectible horses and ponies welcome.

Equine knowledge games with awards. $/20/$5, 119 Luna Ave. Los Lunas,659-4311.

Just For Teens 27, Teen Advisory Group, 5-6pm. This is a chance for teens to recommend books, magazines, audiobooks, DVDs and other material. For ages 13+. Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, 891-5013, riorancholibraries.org.

Early May 1, Run for the Zoo, 7 & 8am. Registration open now for a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk, 5K Fitness Run/Walk, time 10K, 5K Runs and Half Marathon.

RunForTheZoo.org.

6, 7, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Other Tales, 7pm. Festival Ballet ABQ presents a world premiere of original choreography by Patricia Dickinson Wells. The iconic and well-loved "Blue Jean Blues will return with old favorites and new songs played live by the Mystic Vic Blues Band. $10-$36, National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th SW, 296-9465, festivalballetabq.org.

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Santa Fe Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar Our calendar is as accurate as possible, but times, places & dates of events can change, so be sure to call ahead. To have your events listed free in our next calendar, fill out our calendar form at newmexico-kids.com, or send date, time, place, cost, description of activity, sponsoring organization and contact phone to kids@newmexico-kids.com. The deadline is Apr 13 for listings in May and June. Calendar listings are not guaranteed because of space limitations. All phone numbers have a 505 area code unless otherwise noted.

class, all materials and service fees included. Indigo Baby, De Vargas Mall, 185 Paseo de Peralta, 954-4000, jfmazurstudio.com.

4, Friday Afternoon Art: Spring Session, Play with Clay, 4-5pm.

Please call to register for this arts and crafts program for children of all ages and families (all adults must be accompanied by a child); materials provided.

Free, Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.

February Highlights Ongoing-28, First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare, 10am5pm. The New Mexico Museum of Art is the host site for a national traveling exhibition of the Shakespeare First Folio, one of the world’s most treasured books. $6-$9, New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W Palace Ave, 476-5072, nmartmuseum.org 26, Akeem Ayanniyi, 4pm. Traditional African drumming and stories. Free, Oliver La Farge, 1730 Llano St, 955-4862, santafelibrary.org.

27, Akeem Ayanniyi, 11am Main, 2:30pm Lafarge. Free, Main Library, 145 Washington Ave, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

March Arts & Crafts Ongoing, First Friday Art Activity, 5-7pm. Create your own drawings in the galleries while exploring the use of color in modern artwork, all ages. Free with admission, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson St, 946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org.

Ongoing, LEGO Club, 3-5:30pm, 3rd Tues. Master builders of all ages can bring their families to create their own original designs in the Meeting Room.

Final creations will be displayed and children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Free, Vista Grande Public Library, Vista Grande Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, 466-7323, vglibrary.org.

Ongoing, Shidoni Bronze Pour and Self-Guided Tour, 12pm, Sat. Eight acres of sculpture gardens and bronze art foundry. Watch molten bronze being poured into ceramic molds. Self-guided tour only, 12pm, Mon-Fri. $5/$10 with bronze tour, Tesuque, 988-8001, shidoni.com.

1, 8, Fine Art For Children, Mommy & Me (ages 3-5), 2-2:45pm; Fine Art After School (ages 5-12), 3:30-5pm. Preschoolers work with their grown-ups to create an acrylic painting, elementary students learn techniques in fine art. $25-$35 per

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15, School Age Craft, 3:30-4:30pm.

Craft activity (ages 5-12), call to register.

Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

15, School Age Craft, 3:30-4:30pm.

Craft activity (ages 5-12), call to register.

La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano St 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

16, School Age Craft, 3:30-4:30pm.

Craft activity for ages 5-12, call to register. Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.

19, Family Program: Create Your Own Coloring Book, 9:30-11:30am. Using O’Keeffe’s work as inspiration, create a coloring book, focusing on the shapes and lines found in nature. Free for families, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson St, 946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org.

19, NanoDays, 11am-4pm. Explore a teeny-tiny microscopy world with hands-on experiments for kids, scienceoriented video games and microscopic imagery. Free, Peters Projects/Gerald Peters Gallery, 1011 Paseo De Peralta, stmc.health.unm.edu/art.

20, Families Make History Workshop, 1:30-3:30pm. Celebrate National Women’s History Month by learning about women’s domestic arts in Spanish colonial NM. Join in for a colcha stitchin with Carla Gomez. Included with admission; (Suns free to NM residents; 16 and under free daily), NM History Museum/Palace of the Governors, 113 Lincoln Ave., 476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org.

29, Family Program: Spring Break Fun Fest, 1-4pm. Join others in the museum courtyard for hand-on art activities and partake in an engaging scavenger hunt throughout the museum galleries. Free for families, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson St, 946-1000, okeeffemuseum.org.

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Dance Ongoing, Contra Dances, 7-10:30pm 2nd and 4th Sat. NM Folk Music & Dance Society presents a live, traditional band & dancing. $8/members, $9/non-members, half-price for students w/ID. Locations vary. 345-8041, folkmads.org.

Exhibits Ongoing, El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, a center of Hispanic culture and learning, showcases and promotes Hispanic art, culture and history with gallery space and a 200-seat theater.

1615 Paseo De Peralta B, 992-0591, elmuseocultural.org.

Ongoing, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, A Great American Artist. A Great American Story. A series of galleries organized by theme to offer a deeper understanding of O’Keeffe’s art, life, and times.

Explore a remarkable American story through O’Keeffe’s art, art materials, and personal possessions, along with photographs and documents from her life.

Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 946-1000, 217 Johnson, okeeffemuseum.org.

Ongoing, Museum of Indian Arts & Culture, Here, Now, And Always. A major exhibit based on eight years of collaboration among Native American elders, artists, scholars, teachers, writers and professionals. More than 1,300 artifacts are displayed accompanied by poetry, song, story and scholarly discussion. Turquoise, Water, Sky: The Stone and Its Meaning. Highlights the Museum’s extensive collection of Southwestern turquoise jewelry. 710 Camino Lejo, 4761269, indianartsandculture.org.

Ongoing, Museum of International Folk Art, changing exhibitions with gallery activities for all ages, including Flamenco: From Spain to New Mexico.

This comprehensive exhibit celebrates and studies the living tradition as an art form. Public programs include art making for ages 3 to 103, performances, artist demonstrations, lectures and are included with Museum admission. 706 Camino Lejo, On Museum Hill, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.

Ongoing, NM History Museum, Along The Pecos. Includes works from Spain’s three colonial capitals: Peru, Mexico and NM. Telling New Mexico: Stories from Then and Now. Sweeping across more than 500 years of stories, told through artifacts, films, photographs, oral histories and more. Treasures of Devotion/ Tesoros de Devocion. Bultos, retablos and crucifijos dating from the late 1700s to 1900s. Setting the Standard: The Fred Harvey Company and Its Legacy. Focusing on the rise of the Fred Harvey Company as a family business. 113 Lincoln, 476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org.

Ongoing, NM Museum of Art, Medieval to Metal: The Art and Evolution of the Guitar. The 40 instruments in this exhibit span centuries. 107 West Palace, 476-5041, nmartmuseum.org.

5, ATC Charter School Music and Art Show, 6pm. Donations requested at the door. Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peral-

ta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

24, NM School for the Arts, Art Exhibit Opening, 4pm, Free, Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Fairs & Festivals 7, 8, Banff Mountain Film Fest World Tour, 7pm. The World Tour features a collection of films that explore life in the mountains. $16 1 day/$28 both, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, 988-7050, lensic.org, ticketssantafe.org.

24, GlobalFEST On The Road, Creole Carnival, 7:30pm. The tour honors the roots of African musical currents, crossed with a fusion of sounds from the Americas. $45/$20, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, 988-7050, lensic.org, ticketssantafe.org.

Music 4, Music at the Museum, 5:30-7:30pm.

Maxx Hatt and Etta Glass, Bossa Nova Duo. Lobby of NM Museum of Art, 107 West Palace, 476-5041, nmartmuseum.org.

20, Galician Ballads Imagined, 24pm. Two of the most influential musicians from Galicia, Spain will perform original compositions, adaptations of traditional songs, and reinterpretations of classics including poetry by Federico García Lorca in conjunction with the Flamenco: From Spain to New Mexico exhibition. Included in museum admission, under 17 and MNMF members free, NM residents free Suns. Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.

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Open Houses 1, 29, Fayette Street Academy Visiting Parent Tours, 8:15-9:15am. Fayette Street Academy, 830 Fayette Street, 9823396, fayettestreetacademy.org.

Science & Nature Ongoing, Docent-led tours of the historic Randall Davey House and Studio, 2pm Fri. Take a trip back in time

Santa Fe Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar on this tour. $5, Randall Davey Audubon Center, 1800 Upper Canyon Rd, 983-4609, audubon.org.

Ongoing, Guided Bird Walks, 8am Sat. An easy walk on the grounds of 135 acre wildlife sanctuary. Bring binoculars or borrow theirs. Randall Davey Audubon Center, 1800 Upper Canyon Rd, 983-4609, audubon.org.

Ongoing, Garden Sprouts, 10-11am, Fris, weather permitting. Outdoor activities for ages 3-5 with their care givers.

Listen to a book and participate in interactive nature and garden related activities. Free to members and children under 12, $5 suggested donation. SF Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.

11, Harrell House of Natural Oddities, 4-5pm. Weird and wonderful bugs.

La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano St 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

12, Harrell House of Natural Oddities, 11am-12pm. Weird and wonderful bugs. Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.

12, Harrell House of Natural Oddities, 2:30-3:30pm. Weird and wonderful bugs. Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

19, Family Walk in the Wetlands, 1pm. Look for evidence of animals and birds, explore life around the bond and take a stroll through nature; plan on walking a mile through mud or snow.

Registration encouraged. Free, SF Botanical Garden, 715 Camino Lejo, 471-9103, santafebotanicalgarden.org.

22, Science After School, 3:30-4:30pm.

For ages 6-12, call to register. Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

22, Science After School, 3:30-4:30pm.

For ages 6-12, call to register. La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano St, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

23, Science After School, 3:30-4:40pm.

For ages 6-12, call to register. Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.

Sports Ongoing, Family Climb, 10am-12pm Sun. Meet other families, climb the walls, enjoy the colored routes and special games. $7.50/person, free under 2, free rentals. SF Climbing Center, 825 Early St,

986-8944, climbsantafe.com.

Ongoing, Hiking, Biking, Birdwatching, SF area, weekends, all levels.

Sierra Club, riogrande.sierraclub.org/ santafe/outings.html.

Ongoing, Locals Climb, 12-3pm, Sats.

Reduced rates for NM residents. $7.50/person, free rentals with NM ID. SF Climbing Center, 825 Early St, 986-8944, climbsantafe.com.

19, Family Yoga, 3-4pm. By donation, BODY of Santa Fe, 333 W Cordova Rd, 986-0362, bodyofsantafe.com.

28-Apr 18, Pee Wees Fun Tennis Camp, 3:30-4:30pm, (ages 4-5); 4:305:30pm, Mons. Four-week fun tennis program. $80/$60. Shellaberger Tennis Center, 1600 St. Michael’s Dr., 473-6144, shellabergertennis.com.

Spring Break Camps 28-Apr 1, Genoveva Chavez Community Center Spring Break Camp for children 6-12. Full day camp, 7:30am5:30pm. The camp offers a variety of recreational activities like swimming, ice skating and other outdoor recreation, parents must provide lunch and a snack, $135; half-day basketball camp, 8:30am12pm, offers basic fundamentals, skills and drills, $55; combo camp includes both, $155. Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3221 W Rodeo Rd, 955-4000, chavezcenter.com.

28-Apr 1, Girls Inc. Hillside Spring Break Camp, 7:30am-6pm. This camp is for girls ages 6-12 and focuses on the Operation SMART Program which is organized around equity, exploration, empowerment and fun. Hillside Center, 301 Hillside Ave, 982-2042, girlsofsantafeinc.org.

28-Apr 1, Southwest Basketball Spring Break Camp, 10am-3pm. The camp will cover all the fundamentals of basketball and scrimmage games (for ages 5-17). $90, Fort Marcy Sports Complex, 490 Bishops Rd, 955-2500, swbbcamp.net.

28-Apr 1, Wise Fool Spring Break Circus Camp, 9am-3:30pm. Camps are for children ages 7-12 who want to learn circus skills including stilt walking, trapeze, juggling, aerial fabric, clowning, acrobatics, and puppetry - culminating in spectacular shows. $240, 1131 B Siler Rd, 992-2588, wisefoolnewmexico.org.

Stage 2, Tao: Seventeen Samurai, 7pm.

Japan’s Taiko drummers return with a new, high-energy production packed with acrobatics, athletic dancing, costumes and explosive drumming set to traditional Japanese music. $20-$55, Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco St, 988-7050, lensic.org.

31, All Too Human, 7:30pm. A romantic comedy/drama set in Rome, Italy in 1882.

Pay what you wish, Warehouse 21, 614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Storytelling & Books Ongoing, After School Reading Club, 3-4:30pm, Weds. Designed to encourage reading for pleasure and enjoying the library for grades K-4. Activities include reading aloud, writing stories, games and crafts. Free, Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, 466-7323, vglibrary.org.

Ongoing, Children’s Story Time, 10:45 Thus. Catering to ages 6 months to 5 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free, Collected Works Bookstore, 202 Galisteo St, 988-4226, collectedworksbookstore.com.

Ongoing, La Farge Branch Library, Preschool Storytime (ages 2-5), Tues, 10:3011am; Books & Babies (ages 6mo-2), Weds, 10:30-11am; 1730 Llano St 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

Ongoing, Main Library, Books and Babies, Tues, 10:30; Preschool Story Time, Fris, 11am, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.

Ongoing, Southside Branch Library, Books and Babies, Thus, 10:45-11:15am; Preschool Story Time, Weds, 10:45-11:30am, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

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Support Groups Ongoing, Adoption Triad Support Group of Santa Fe, 6pm, first Mon. For birth parents, adoptees, women who have lost a child through adoption, adoptive parents. Please call first. Free, Christus St. Vincent Hospital Dental Building, 465 St. Michael’s Dr, Ste 201, 466-3839, asgsf.org.

Ongoing, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group, 4:306:30pm 2nd Thu. Discuss the joys and challenges of being a primary care giver as a grandparent - legal issues, therapist.

United Way's Early Childhood Center, 3160 Agua Fria Rd, RSVP and check for updates to meeting space by calling 955-0410.

Ongoing, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group, 12-1:30pm, 1st Mon. Meetings for families, friends, & care givers. Always open to new members. Life Link, 2325 Cerrillos Rd, 800-953-6745, namisantafe.org.

2, Understanding Attention-Deficit Disorders: Why Does My Child Do That?, 6:30pm. This program will

explore the unique behavioral profile of children with attention deficits. It will also offer specific strategies for setting up children and families for success. The event features Juliana Ciano, ADD/ADHD life coach. Free, The May Center for Learning, 2019 Galisteo, Bldg B, 983-7407, maycenter.org.

Just for Teens Ongoing, Audio Recording Workshop, 5-7pm, Tues, Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org, james@warehouse21.org.

Ongoing, Breakdancing for B Boys & B Girls with Tyrone Clemons, Ale & Friends, 5-7pm, Thus and Fris. Free, Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Ongoing, GNU-Lenux Computer Programmer Meet-Up, every other Thus, 6:30-8:30pm. Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Ongoing, Ground Zero Youth Radio, 8-10pm, 1st and 3rd Wed. Learn to be a local radio DJ & engineer. Ground Zero Youth Radio airs live on KSFR 101.1FM at SF’s Public Radio. Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Ongoing, Promoter’s Circle, 3-8pm, Weds. Learn how to book, produce and manage a concert. Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, alex@warehouse21.org, warehouse21.org.

Ongoing, Screen Printing Studio, Thus, 5pm. Print your art on posters, Tshirts, flags & more with the guiding help of an instructor. $10 ages 19 and under/$20 adults. W21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Ongoing, Society for Creative Anachronism, Weds, 6-8pm. Learn about the Middle Ages by recreating the arts and sciences of that period. Workshops in sewing, drumming, knot making and fencing. Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, brandyangelique@gmail.com, warehouse21.org.

6, Poetry Out Loud, State Championships in Poetry Recitation, 1-3pm. For the past several years, more than 6,000 NM high school students have participated in this program. State Champions are sponsored to travel to Washington DC to compete for National Champion. Free, NM Museum of Art, St. Francis Auditorium, 107 W. Palace, 476-5118, nmartmuseum.org.

Especially for Parents Ongoing, La Leche League Meeting, 2nd Thu, 1pm. All mothers and mothersto-be are welcome. Encouragement, support and discussions on various topics of breastfeeding. Free, Indigo Baby, 185 Paseo De Peralta, 954-4000.

19, Parenting Class, 10:15-11:15am. All parents and children under 9 months old welcome. By donation, BODY of Santa Fe, 333 W Cordova Rd, 986-0362, bodyofsantafe.com.

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Also of Interest

Ongoing, Farmers Market, Sats, 8am1pm. Enjoy all the local goodies. Santa Fe Farmers Market at the Railyard. 1607 Paseo de Peralta. 983-4098, santafefarmersmarket.com.

Ongoing, Ghostwalker, Tues, Fris, Sats, 5:30pm from Hilton Santa Fe; 5:45pm from Eldorado Hotel. Infamous and famous spirits in full costume come alive from Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico’s past throughout Santa Fe’s historic downtown. $14, historicwalksofsantafe.com

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Arts & Crafts 19, School Age Craft, 3:30-4:30pm.

Craft activity (ages 5-12), call to register.

Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

19, School Age Craft, 3:30-4:30pm.

Craft activity (ages 5-12), call to register.

La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano St 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

20, School Age Craft, 3:30-4:30pm.

Craft activity for ages 5-12, call to register. Main Library, 145 Washington, 9556837, santafelibrary.org.

Exhibits

Ongoing, Historic Walks of Santa Fe, daily. Departs from different hotels at different times, see website. Led by professional guides/art historians, museum docents and seasoned actors recreating the past, experience the best of the city's attractions. $14 includes entry fee to Loretto Chapel, under 16 free with parent, 986-8388, historicwalksofsantafe.com.

Ongoing, Railyard Artisan Market, Suns, 10am-4pm. Pottery, painting, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, photography, hand-blown glass, artisanal teas, handmade herbal body products. Farmers Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de Peralta.

983-4098, artmarketsantafe.com.

1, 18, Genoveva Chavez Community Center Day camp, 7:30am-5:30pm. Day camp for children 6-12 years old during days public schools are closed. $35/day, 3221 W Rodeo Rd, 955-4000, chavezcenter.com.

11, Family Movie Night, 7pm. Watch recent DVD releases on the library's big screen. Free popcorn, donations are gratefully accepted. Free, Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, 466-7323, vglibrary.org.

19, Movie Matinee, 2:30-4:30pm. Family movie. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

28, Jazz Film, 6pm. The film’s chronological and thematic episodes provide a history of jazz emphasizing innovating composers and musicians in American History. Free, Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

1, Music at the Museum, 5:30-7:30pm.

Andy Zadrozny, jazz. Free, Lobby of NM Museum of Art, 107 West Palace, 4765041, nmartmuseum.org.

9, Slow Art Day, 1-3pm. The average museum visitor spends 15-30 seconds in front of a work of art. One day a year, people from all over the world visit museums and galleries to look at art slowly then meet to talk about it. NM Museum of Art, 107 West Palace, 476-5041, nmartmuseum.org.

30, NM: The Civil War & More, 10am4pm. Experience military drills, camp life, lectures, demonstrations and reenactments of Civil War battles fought in NM. El Rancho de las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261, golondrinas.org.

1-17, All Too Human, 7:30pm, Fris and Sats; 2pm, Suns. A romantic comedy/drama set in Rome, Italy in 1882. $22 advance/$20 senior and student, Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

9, 10, UnShakeable, 6pm, Sat; 2pm, Sun. An original work by The Santa Fe Opera set 25 years in the future in an abandoned NM theater, this romantic comedy follows Meridian and Wyatt in their quest to restore memories lost due to a pandemic virus. $10, Scottish Rite Masonic Cathedral, 463 Paseo de Peralta, 986-5900, santafeopera.org.

13, The Morris Miniature Circus: Return of the Little Big Top, 1-4pm.

Watch aerial and acrobatic performances, have your face painted and make masks and other circus-related crafts (ages 3+). 2-4pm reception hosted by the Women’s Board of the Museum of NM. Included with admission, children under 17 and MNMF members always free, Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200, internationalfolkart.org.

15, Teatro Paraguas, 4-5pm. Bilingual theater. La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano St 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

16, Teatro Paraguas, 11am-12pm. Bilingual theater. Main Library, 145 Washington, 955-6837, santafelibrary.org.

16, Teatro Paraguas, 2:30-3:30. Bilingual theater. Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org

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Music 22, W21 and MOIFA’s Annual Music Night, 6pm, Live music, art and food.

Free, Museum Hill, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

29, Battle of the Bands, 7pm.Presented by W21 and Boys and Girls Club, Free, Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

Open Houses 12, 26, Fayette Street Academy Visiting Parent Tours, 8:15-9:15am.

Fayette Street Academy, 830 Fayette Street, 982-3396, fayettestreetacademy.org.

Science & Nature 26, Science After School, 3:30-4:30pm.

For ages 6-12, call to register. Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

26, Science After School, 3:30-4:30pm.

For ages 6-12, call to register. La Farge Branch Library, 1730 Llano St, 955-4863, santafelibrary.org.

27, Science After School, 3:30-4:40pm.

For ages 6-12, call to register. Main

7pm Sat; 4pm, Sun. Join youth and adult students in the topsy turvy world of CircAspire and find clowns, acrobats, stiltwalkers, aerialists, unicycles and break dancers; also hear spoken word, see visual art and hear original soundscores. $5-$15, Wise Fool NM, 1131 B Siler, 992-2588, wisefoolnewmexico.org.

Workshops 17, Families Make History Monthly Workshop, 1:30-3:30pm. There will be a seed swap, a master gardener on hand to answer questions and learn how to make traditional indigenous seed balls to take home and sow in the garden. Free, NM History Museum, 113 Lincoln, 476-5200, nmhistorymuseum.org.

Especially for Parents 16, Parenting Series, 10:15-11:15. Learn how to parent mindfully and raise peaceful kids with Kathy Walsh. By donation, BODY of Santa Fe, 333 W. Cordova Rd, 203788-1993, peaceplaceforkids.com.

23, 24, Mommy’s Market Consignment Event, 9am-5pm, Sat; 9am-noon, Sun (half-price day). Over 50 local families selling their gently used Maternity /Baby/Kids items. Thousands of items in one place organized by size/gender and on clothing racks for easy shopping.

3229 Rodeo Rd., 550-3422, MommysMarkets.com.

Also of Interest 8, Family Movie Night, 7pm. Watch recent DVD releases on the library's big screen. Free popcorn, donations are gratefully accepted. Free, Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, 466-7323, vglibrary.org.

9, Movie Matinee, 2:30-4:30pm. Family movie. Free, Southside Branch Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr, 955-2828, santafelibrary.org.

16, Family Yoga, 3-4pm. By donation, BODY of Santa Fe, 333 W Cordova Rd, 986-0362, bodyofsantafe.com.

Elsewhere in the Region 22-24, 29-May 1, Seussical The Musical, 7pm, Fris and Sats; 2pm Sun. A Pandemonium Productions presentation that takes the audience on an unpredictable ride through the depths of fantasy - from the miniature houses of Whoville to the wild greenery of the Jungle of Nool.

Seussical is presented as a double feature with School House Rock! $10/$6, El Museo de Cultural, 555 Camino de la Familia, 982-3327, pandemoniumprod.org.

22, 23, Upstart Crow Shakespeare, What’s In A Name? Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423, warehouse21.org.

29-May 1, CircAspire, 7pm, Fri; 2 and

ANGEL FIRE Mar 5, NM(X) Rail Jam, 5-7pm. Kick off Fiesta del Sol with NM(X) Sports and follow the music and crowd to this onmountain party. Angel Fire Resort, 10 Miller Lane, 800-633-7463, angelfireresort.com.

Mar 5-20, Fiesta Del Sol Spring Break Celebration. Family Fun in the Sun celebration with live music, themed days, contests and spring skiing and riding. Various times and prices, check website. Angel Fire Resort, 10 Miller Lane, 800-633-7463, angelfireresort.com.

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Santa Fe Kids! Calendar Calendar Calendar DURANGO, COLO. Mar 5, Dance & Karaoke night at the Durango Mountain Institute, 6-9pm. For preteens and older’ soda and popcorn provided. Purgatory Resort, 24 Sheol St, 970-247-9000, purgatoryresort.com.

Mar 5, Telemark Festival. Morning and afternoon telemark coaching for all levels. $79, Purgatory Resort, 24 Sheol St, 970-247-9000, purgatoryresort.com.

Mar 5-18, Spring Break at Purgatory. Games, giveaways and unique activities every day for kids, teens and adults; live music all over the resort. Purgatory Resort, 24 Sheol St, 970-247-9000, purgatoryresort.com.

LOS ALAMOS Ongoing, Autism Support Group, 67pm, 3rd Mons, Aug-June. Informal support group for parents, friends and family of autistic children and adults to share challenges and successes, sponsored by New Mexico Autism Society.

Child-care available free; request at least one week in advance. Free, donations appreciated, Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange St, 662-4515, lafsn.org.

Ongoing, Baby Storytime, 10:10am, Tues. 20 minutes of songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for care givers and ages birth-24 months. Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, Bradbury Science Museum, Fourth Fridays, the museum will be open late until 6pm offering extended access to exhibits, special programming and activities. 1350 Central Ave, 667-4444, lanl.gov/museum.

Ongoing, Discussion Group for Parents of Infants, 8:15-10:15am, Tues. A discussion group for expecting parents through parents of infants to discuss topic like games to play with your baby, media and moderation, and childproofing. $3/session for non-members, free for members, donations appreciated, Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange St, 662-4515, lafsn.org.

Ongoing, Family Storytime, 10am first Sats. Books, rhymes, and bounces for ages 0-3. Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, Family Yoga, 9:30-10:15am, Tues. For ages 2-5 with an adult. Weaving poses into story, song, and games to foster creative expression while developing coordination and balance, parents and children gain flexibility, strength, and awareness. $10 non-members; free members; financial aid available, registration required at lafsn.org. Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange St, 662-4515, lafsn.org.

Ongoing, Feature Film, Exoplanets, 2pm, Sat and Sun. Enjoy 180 degrees of entertainment; a colorful and inspiring journey through the universe. Please purchase tickets or call to reserve seats. $4/$6, Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium, 2600 Canyon Road, 662-0460, peecnature.org.

Ongoing, Fourth Friday Fractals, 7-7:45pm. See fractals in nature as a full-

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dome planetarium show and journey into the never-ending world of fractals in an amazing tour of science, math and art. For viewers 4 and older. $8/$10. Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium, 2600 Canyon Road, 662-0460, peecnature.org.

Ongoing, GamingGeekOut!, 5:308:30pm, Weds. Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, HomePages, 1-2pm 4th Tues.

Ages 6-12 homeschoolers discuss Newbery and Caldecott winners. Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, Jr. Volunteers. Ages 8+ volunteer for a shift a week. Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, Music and Movement, 9:30am. A program for ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers that uses song,

Mar 5, Geocaching 101, 10:30am-noon.

Learn the history of geocaching technology, what equipment is need, what to look for and what to do once you find a cache; a geocaching event will follow from 12-1:30pm; those with a GPS unit should bring it. Free, limited to 25, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Rd, 662-0460, peecnature.org.

Mar 8, Family Night, 6-7pm. A familyfriendly evening of activities about geology. Free, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon, 662-046, losalamosnature.org.

Mar 11, Astronomy Show, 7-7:45pm.

Navigate through the night sky with the help of an astronomy expert from the comfort of the planetarium (not recommended for children under 4). $6/$4, Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium, 2600 Canyon Road, 662-046, peecnature.org.

Mar 19, 20, Feature Film: We are

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Fireworks, 7pm. Just like the Big Torchlight but with glowsticks. The parade is located on Gold Rush Hill with free hot dogs and glowsticks at 6pm. Red River Ski Area, 400 Pioneer Rd, 575-754-2223, redriverskiarea.com.

Mar 18-20, Dog Days. Ski the regular trails with your doggie pal. Enchanted Forest XC Ski area, 575-754-6112, enchantedforestxc.com Mar 20, Pond Skim and “That’s a Wrap” for the ski season, 3:00pm.

Brave winter sports enthusiasts attempt to cross a makeshift pond located at the base of Gold Rush Hill wearing bathing suits, costumes, capes and floaties. Red River Ski Area, 400 Pioneer Rd, 575-754-2223, redriverskiarea.com.

SOCORRO Ongoing, Very Large Array Guided Tours, 11am, 1, 3pm first Sat. An inside look at the world-renowned Radio Telescope Observatory. Ages 17 and under free, $6 adults. 575-835-7243, public.nrao.edu.

Apr 15, Cirque Zuma Zuma, 7:30pm.

African Circus with dancers, acrobats, tumblers, juggling and contortionists. $20/$18/$10, Macey Center, 801 Leroy Pl, 575-835-5342, nmtpas.org.

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instruments, stories and body movements to reinforce emergent reading skills. Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8258, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, Nature Playtimes, 10-11am.

Every Mon (except holidays). Join local families for fun in nature. Free, no registration required, Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Rd, 662-0460, peecnature.org.

Ongoing, Night Sky Show, 7-7:45pm 1st Fri. Visit moons, planets, stars and other celestial objects from the safety of our planetarium. Focus will be on planets that can be seen throughout the month, weather permitting. $4/$6, Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium, 2600 Canyon Road, 662-046, peecnature.org.

Ongoing, Russian Preschool Group, 9:30-11:30am, Suns. This is a chance for Russian speakers to immerse children in Russian language. Parents can socialize with their peers while the kids have fun.

Free, Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange St, 662-4515, lafsn.org.

Ongoing, Teen Advisory Group (TAG), 4-5pm, 2nd Tues. Hear about and recommend new books with other teens (grades 7 and up). Free, Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

Ongoing, Toddler Time, 10:30am, Thus. Half an hour of stories, songs, and play for ages 3-4. Free, Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central, 662-8250, losalamosnm.us/library.

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Astronomers, 2-2:45pm. This familyfriendly film reveals the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the universe. $6/$4, Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium, 2600 Canyon Road, 662-046, peecnature.org.

Apr 23, Earth Day Festival , 10am2pm. A day of entertainment, food and friends. Free, Los Alamos Nature Center,2600 Canyon Road, 662-046, peecnature.org.

RED RIVER Ongoing, Torchlight Parade & Firejam, 7pm, Sats until Mar 13 and 8pm, Sats after. Rail Jam (a “jib contest” using objects or obstacles to jump upon or over) at 5:30pm followed by fireworks.

Red River Ski Area, 400 Pioneer Rd, 575-754-2223, redriverskiarea.com.

Mar 6-19, Spring Break - Beach Weeks, Tank tops and hula skirts are spotted frequently zipping down the slopes during this annual event. Red River Ski Area, 400 Pioneer Rd, 575-754-2223, redriverskiarea.com.

Mar 9, Spring Break Torch Light Parade and Fireworks, 7pm. The biggest fireworks display of the season.

Red River Ski Area, 400 Pioneer Rd, 575-754-2223, redriverskiarea.com.

Mar 11, 18, Kids Glowstick Parade &

Ongoing, Parent Support Group/Child Art Group, 6:00pm.

Groups for families and children impacted by domestic violence or trauma. Concurrent parent, adolescent and child groups facilitated by licensed therapists.

Free, Youth Heartline, 224 Cruz Alta Rd, Suite F, 575-758-0106.

Mar 3, Two Star Taos Freeride Championships, 9am-4pm. Taos Ski Valley will host a 2 Star Freeride qualifying event in conjunction with the International Freeskiers and Snowboarders Association and the Freeride World Tour.

Taos Ski Valley, 575-776-2291, skitaos.org.

Mar 4, To Feel Is In Question, presented by Friends of Puppet and Object Theatre. This is a show/lecture for kids and teens performed by Isabelle Kessler.

Harwood Museum, 238 Ledoux St, 575758-9826, harwoodmuseum.org.

Mar 4, 5, Four Star Taos Freeride World Championships, 9:00am5:00pm. Taos Ski Valley will host a 4 Star Freeride World Qualifying event in conjunction with the International Freeskiers and Snowboarders Association and the Freeride World Tour. Taos Ski Valley, 575-776-2291, skitaos.org.

Mar 27, Easter Egg Hunt, 9am-12pm.

Dress up in an Easter costume and hunt for prize filled Easter eggs. Taos Ski Valley, 575-776-2291, skitaos.org.

Apr 23, 2nd Annual Invent Event, noon-5pm. Make, craft, build and explore new and old technolgies and activities. Enos Garcia Gym, 305 Don Fernando St, 575-779-1182, explora.us.

Let’s Read Let’s Read Let’s Read These book reviews were written by students of Melissa Funnell, language arts and literacy teacher at Madison Middle School.

This Raging Light Author: Estelle Laure Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Grades: Middle School–High School “Mom was supposed to come home yesterday after her two week vacation. Fourteen days. Said she needed a break from everything and that she would be back before the first day of school. I kind of knew she wasn’t going to show up.” Lucille’s life is anything but ordinary. Her mother left. Her dad went crazy.

Now she has a little sister, Wren, to look after and a house to take care of and pay for. She also has school, a job, and an undying crush on her best friend’s brother. With all this stuff going on in her life, she thinks it couldn’t be worse. Though when her crush, Digby, starts to take an interest in her, she wonders, “Can the best thing happen at the worst time?” This book was extraordinarily alive with emotion! Author Estelle Laure did a great job on word choice and drawing the reader in

from the very start. Also, this book gave me a sense of realization and thankfulness. I now understand that some people are dealing with major problems like this. I needed this sense of awakening about what’s really bad and what’s not. I loved the chills I got when I was reading a scary part, or the happiness I felt when something wonderful happened. Laure also did a great job of explaining all the details. It felt like I was actually there in person. I wouldn’t change a thing about this book. Every time I look at this

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book, I get this sense of freshness and this burst of energy. It makes me feel very happy. Also, after I read this book, I felt smarter and more aware. It made me want to go out and help people just like Lucille and her sister. I recommend this book for middle and high school students because of the strong language and complicated terms. I also recommend this book for them because they can feel thankful for what they have and it might encourage them to want to help people in need. I hope that people read this book and enjoy it as much as I did.

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The Entirely True Story of the Unbelievable Fib Author: Adam Shaughnessy Publisher: Algonquin Young Readers Ages: 8-14 On one very mysterious night, an envelope flew through the air. The envelope landed in Pru’s hand. It said, “What is the unbelievable fib?”

Pru and her friends, Abe and Mister Fox, had a mystery to solve. What is this unbelievable fib, and who sent the letter? When Pru begins solving this mystery, she is sent on another mystery. She must find Loki, the god of lies. Loki can shape-shift into anyone or anything. Who can Pru trust now? My favorite type of story is fantasy because I really like how an author can express feelings through the unusual characters. I also enjoy the suspense.

One example is when the author wrote, “Pru was running through the forest. She was so scared her heart was pumping faster and faster.” It was set in a scary forest, similar to that of Little Red Riding Hood. The way the author told the story drew me in so that my heart was pumping faster and faster. This author has a very creative mind! I was astonished by

this book. It has a real surprise in the end. One lesson this book showed me is that you should always trust your friend, but never trust strangers. You should always be careful about who to trust. I would recommend this book to boys or girls who love surprises and mysteries. Just remember that if you find an envelope flying through the air, grab it!

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The Jumbies Author: Tracey Baptiste.

Publisher: Algonquin Young Readers Ages: 10-15 This book keeps you guessing. It all starts with a girl named Corinne, who can do amazing things and is not afraid of anything.

She begins by telling what it is like to not have a mom, and winds up on a mission in the forbidden forest to save her father.

Jumbies, like the boogie man, are monsters thought to be just a thing meant to scare kids into behaving.

However, finding out what they really are might take you by surprise!

This book kept me absorbed because of all the shocks and surprises, like when Corinne gets dragged into an evil plot made against her. But it also inspired me to hope and believe anything can happen. There is a really great part when Corinne hears a whisper in the wind that says, “A seed is a promise, a guarantee. Plant it and watch it grow.” You might think this book is for younger kids because of the cover, but the saying is true, “Don’t judge a book by its cover!” I would recommend it for older kids because it gets very intense at times. I recommend this book for anyone who enjoys adventure, amazements and for those who enjoy a good mystery.

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The Young Scientist

By AILEEN O’CATHERINE

Hiss, rustle, bark, chirp. Sounds communicate ideas, events and language to us every day. Whether we stop on the trail when we hear a hissing snake, listen to rustling leaves on a windy day, hear a neighbor’s dog bark, or look up at a chirping bird, sounds surround us. And even though we might not think about them, sounds are an important part of our world.

When we think about waves, we think of the ocean and tides or how we raise our hands to say hello. Waves are also the shape of sound travel. They are the way a bird’s chirp moves from a bird’s throat to your ear. Sound waves transfer energy from one place to another,thin because sound is a type of energy. It is made up of vibrations, like the trill of a bird’s chirp. Vibrations move air particles, which then bump around into other air particles nearby. The vibrations move until they run out of energy. And if you are close enough to a vibration, your ear will hear it as sound. The wave actually vibrates against your eardrum so you hear chirps, booms and more.

Not all sound waves are shaped the same. Sound waves that repeat in an irregular pattern create noise. But sound waves that repeat in a regular pattern make music. Not all sound waves move at the same rate of speed. Imagine the sound of a bird chirp. It’s a high note, so scientists know its vibrations are fast. When a low vibration occurs, those sounds vibrate slower. The speed at which sound travels, whether fast or slow, is called its frequency.

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Musical instruments make sound by making the air vibrate.

Blowing into a flute, sound waves vibrate down its tube, with short distances of vibrating sound making higher notes.

Blowing into a clarinet, a reed vibrates to make sound waves.

Fingers move across the instrument’s keys so they open and close holes in the instrument’s tube to create air that moves at a longer or shorter distance. This creates pitch. With string instruments, fingers press down on the strings to change the string’s length. This makes the strings vibrate at different frequencies.

The strings on musical instruments are different thicknesses, with fatter strings making lower sounds than thinner strings.

Sound waves need to travel through matter, so there is no sound in space. You couldn’t have a conversation on the moon! Sound waves travel through water four times faster than they do through the air, though, which is why whales can hear each other over vast ocean distances.

Sound travels through air at a rate of 1,120 feet (343 meters) per second.

To learn more about the science of sound, try the following experiment.

Materials needed: a rounded latex balloon, 1 quarter-inch hex nut.

Experiment: 1. Put the hex nut through the mouth of the balloon, making sure it goes all the way inside.

2. Blow up the balloon until it makes a ball, but not so much that it may pop.

3. Tie off the balloon.

4. Hold the balloon at the stem end so that your fingers and thumb extend down the side of the balloon.

5. Swirl the balloon in a circular motion. The hex nut will begin to bump around, but it will soon be rolling.

6. Listen for sounds. What do you hear?

7. Once the hex nut is spinning, take your other hand and stabilize the balloon so it stops spinning. Your hex nut will continue to spin and make sound for a few seconds more.

Continue the experiment: Try putting other small objects in a balloon. What sounds do you get when you put in a Lego block or a marble? Do some shapes work better than others? Experiment with objects to discover their sounds as they vibrate inside the balloon.

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The May Center for Learning is offering a talk titled Understanding Attention-Deficit Disorders: Why Does My Child Do That? on March 2 at 6:30 p.m. The free program will explore the unique behavioral profile of children with attention deficits. It will also offer specific strategies for success. The event features Juliana Ciano, ADD/ADHD life coach. The May Center is located at 2019 Galisteo, Building B; in Santa Fe. For more information visit maycenter.org.

UNM Presents “NanoDays” Explore a teeny-tiny microscopy world at ‘NanoDays’ on March 19.

The free family event – at the Gerald Peters Gallery, 1011 Paseo de Peralta in Santa Fe – runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented by the UNM Nanoscience and Microsystems Program, the event features hands-on experiments for kids, science-oriented video games, and microscopic imagery.

The event is part of a two-day contemporary art exhibition, SPECTRUM, The Art of Systems Biology and Nanoscience, presented by the Gerald Peters Gallery and Peters Projects in association with The New Mexico Spatiotemporal Modeling Center (STMC) and Los Alamos National Laboratories. The exhibit focuses on works created by artists who are known for the integration of science. The exhibition will include lectures and workshops promoting the application of the physical sciences and mathematics to solve complex problems in human biology. The show aims to broaden the discussion of the ever-increasing intersection between art and science, while providing a window into the advanced microscopy, nanoscale engineering and computer simulations at the STMC. Works of art by renowned artists, including Suzanne Anker, Todd Siler, Julia Buntaine and Brian Knep, will be exhibited alongside microscopy images from UNM and LANL scientists. For more information visit stmc.health.unm.edu/art.

HBO Documentary Examines Class Divide Through Children’s Eyes Class Divide is a powerful film that explores the impact of global economic forces on working people and their families. The documentary, airing in April on HBO, focuses on the recent effects of hyper-gentrification in New York City’s West Chelsea neighborhood as a microcosm of the socioeconomic imbalances happening nationally. On one side of the intersection of 10th Avenue and 26th Street sits Avenues: The World School, an elite pre-K through 12th grade private school with a $50,000 a year price tag. On the other side sits the Elliott-Chelsea public housing projects, home to thousands of underemployed and under-served residents, where an average family of four’s yearly income is roughly $21,000 – below the poverty level. In the face of skyrocketing property values, the kids who live there bear witness to

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Class Divide is a moving chronicle of young people in the same neighborhood from very different backgrounds, trying to make sense of where they fit in this rapidly changing landscape.

Special Willy Wonka Screening at KiMo A 45th anniversary screening of Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory will raise money for the AFME Foundation, Secret Garden Project and Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network. The event is slated for 2 p.m. on April 23 at the KiMo Theatre, located at 5th and Central in downtown Albuquerque.

Tickets are $10 per person with all proceeds divided between the three organizations. There will be a costume contest for the best Willy Wonka character in attendance, a sing-along during the movie, a picture booth and costumes available for children not dressed in character. For more information: holdmyticket.com/event/225880.

Family Fun at the 6th Annual Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest On March 19 and 20, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest returns to the Manual Lujan Building at Expo New Mexico.

With more than 120 vendors and 17,000 attendees, this home-grown festival has developed into the largest consumer chocolate and coffee festival in the nation. Visitors will meet vendors who come from across the United States.

Just outside the festival doors, the New Mexico Kids! family magazine’s Kids’ Zone provides free bouncers and face painting and, new for 2016, free Easter Egg Hunts for ages 10 and under. With more than 7,000 toy-filled eggs being hidden over the weekend, this promises to be a family highlight of the event. Don’t forget your basket! The Guittard Chocolate baking competitions held Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m. offer cash prizes for the best chocolate dessert.

Entry into the all-ages, all-levels, competition is $25 and includes tickets to the event and a special commemorative coffee mug. Winners each day will take home the top prize of $200, with a second place prize of $100. A special award of $50 will go to the top-rated baker under the age of 18. Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest tickets include the exhibition, entertainment, demonstrations and free door prize entries at $10 for adults, $2 for children ages 4 to 12, and free for children 3 and under.

Parking at Expo New Mexico is $5 per car. Handicap and bicycle parking are free of charge. For more information visit chocolateandcoffeefest.com.

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Family Crafting

By JUDITH COSTELLO

A box is so much more than simply packaging. Does the box hold a treasure? Does it hint at what’s inside? A box is a simple thing that calls us to question and ponder. Back in the early 1900s, boxes would have been kept, decorated and re-used.

So here’s a fancy “Roaring Twenties Box” with an old craft inside, too – a “Roaring Twenties Headband” made with finger knitting!

Begin by creating the Roaring Twenties figure for your box. Use spray paint to cover a tea box with gold paint. (See photo of supplies.) Draw the figure on an index card and make it stronger by cutting out two and gluing them together. Add fingernail polish, gems, paint or other decorative

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items to make the box something special.

Now it’s time to finger knit a cord.

The cord, knitted on two fingers, can be used as a headband, necklace or belt. After you get the hang of this, you can use a double strand of plain yarn and decorative string to create a beautiful piece to place inside your treasure box.

To start finger knitting: 1. Make a loose loop around one middle finger and tie a knot.

2. Wrap the yarn behind the second middle finger and around the front, making a loop on the finger. Then lay the yarn across the two fingers.

3. Pick up the bottom (first) loop and pull it over the finger, leaving the loose yarn there. Now do this on the second finger, pulling the lower loop over the loose yarn. You now have one stitch.

4. Wrap the yarn over the two fingers again, and, again, pull the lower loop over the yarn, one finger at a time.

5. The cord you are creating is forming between the two fingers. Pull the cord down and watch the loose end as you work. Keeping the loops uniform will take practice. Keep knitting until the cord reaches your desired length.

6. To finish the cord, take the end of the yarn and cross over backwards on the hand. Pull the end through each of the loops. Pull it off your fingers and make an overhand knot.

7. Cut a circle and feather shapes out of index paper and add designs. Use this as the centerpiece for your headband. Store this band in your “Roaring Twenties Box!”

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Great Kids!

A Series about Local Kids who are Changing the World

By JUDITH COSTELLO

Paige Thompson would like to be a hero someday — like the doctors she met last summer. Thompson attended a Congress of Future Medical Leaders. There, she met a doctor who worked in Africa with the Ebola crisis and contracted the disease himself. He was trying to help save the life of a pregnant woman when he was infected. Rather than return to the United States under special quarantine conditions, he let another infected doctor return in his place. At the Congress, this doctor announced that he was cured and now would return to Africa.

“I met people like him who are so dedicated to their patients and their work,” said Thompson of Moriarty. “I was inspired to hear about amazing cures and doctors who have such a rapport with their patients. That’s what I want to do with my life.”

Until then, Thompson, 16, stays busy raising money for good causes, volunteering and preparing for college and medical school. She recently raised $4,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico. It was the fifth-largest donation raised at a September walkathon.

Thompson and her mom, Jamie, believe Paige’s dreams about working in medicine may have started as a result of contact with a very special nurse named Lisa Davis. When Paige was only three years old, her sister, Marissa, was born three months premature and weighed less than two pounds. Davis was the dedicated nurse for the baby, who was not expected to survive. Davis also showed compassion for the entire family and spent time caring for Paige on her days off.

“I have an interest in neonatal care as a result of that, and I am going through the process to be cleared, so I can volunteer to hold babies in NICU (neonatal intensive-care unit),” said Thompson. Her interest in Alzheimer’s also is personal. When she was 11, her great-grandmother, Helen Thompson, was diagnosed with the disease. “When I organized a team to walk with me raising awareness about this disease, I got to meet a doctor from UNM who specializes in geriatrics and neurology. I will be shadowing Dr. Janis Knofel in upcoming months to learn more about her work.”

Thompson is planning to apply to the University of New Mexico’s combined bachelor’s and medical degree program. “If I get in that program, I’ll be on my way,” she said.

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Entertainment/Parties Exotics of the Rainforest – A former schoolteacher brings about 30 exotic & endangered animals to entertain & fascinate, animals usually only seen in a zoo! We bring snakes, parrots, spiney-tailed lizard, Oriental fire bellied toads, tiger salamanders, green tree frog, white-throated monitor, blue-tongued skink, bearded dragon & view (nontouching) tarantulas and more. Select animals may be touched, held or petted. Great for schools. Program includes short, fun & educational video, monkey puppet show & make-believe "rain forest journey" w/rainstick. All ages. Available Mon–Sat. Fixed rates: generally, Abq area $225 day & $250 evening/75-minute program; SF area $250 day/$275 evening. We do birthday parties! Also great for grandparents. We visit nursing/assisted living care facilities. Call 220-4737 cell, 896-3133 office or email carolynmacaw@connectionone.net. Website: exoticsoftherainforest.com.

Pet Services Arie’s Dogland – Play group (day care) for puppies and small dogs, reward-based training classes, private sessions, premium food, and grooming – all indoors! Voted "Best of the City" in Albuquerque the Magazine! 3530 Pan American Fwy NE, Suite H, 87107. AriesDogland.com, 505-884-4335.

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backpacking and hiking excursions, but our expeditions are much more than that— we use our hands to explore Southwestern art, science, farming, and archaeology, and we take time to learn from the Native Black Range Horsemanship Camp, American traditions of the Navajo, Zuni, PO Box 152, Winston, NM 87943. Phone: and Acoma people. Outfit Expedition is 15 575-743-1602 or 575-740-1778; Website: days, Ages 10-12, $2380. Session 1: June 25zianet.com/4jranch; Contact: Greg Evans, July 11; Session 2: July 16-Aug 1.

Camp Director; Email: 4jranch@zianet.com.

Introduction to outdoor living for younger A residential camp for boys & girls ages and first-time campers. Watch the sunrise 8-16. Full Session July 10-23 ($900); Half from Mount Taylor. Take a river trip on Sessions July 10-16 & July 17-23 ($500). On the San Juan. Wild Country Trek is 20 days, the beautiful Chihenne Ranch, our proAges 13-15, $2975. Session 1: June 25-July 15; gram includes: horseback riding for all Session 2: July 20-Aug 9. Wander through levels, hiking, arts & crafts with profesChaco Canyon; restore a wetland. sional artists, Indian lore, sports & games, Turquoise Trail is 38 days for Girls 14-16, rifle shooting, archery, cattle drive and $4325. Prairie Trek is 38 days for Boys 14cattle branding, drama, skits and dancing.

16, $4325. Sessions are June 27-Aug 1. Two Spend a day at Elephant Butte Lake to backpacking excursions in Utah and NM; swim. Hike at the Gila National Forest. Visit Renowned Navajo Weaver Pearl Sunrise teaches the art to a camper at Harwood Summer Camp. Photo by Suzanna Finley. live and work on a Navajo farm. Mountain a turn of the century mine. Visit Ghost Desert Trek is 44 days for Ages 16-18, Towns. Serving boys & girls since 1991. $5210, June 27-Aug 9. Three Backpacks in NM & the Rocky Mountains of CO, longest is 8-10 days. Spelunk through caves at Camp Enchantment for Kids with Cancer, Manzano Mountain Retreat, NM. Carlsbad Caverns. Longest and most challenging of our expeditions. Adventure Phone: 505-272-6465 (Yolanda), 505-301-4810 (Helen); Web site: campenchantConservation Trek is 21 days, Ages 14-18, $2875, June 25-July 15. Explore incrediment.com/2016-staff-and-camper-applications; Contact: Helen Pino, Director. ble climbing areas in NM and AZ. This trek focuses around conservation, rock Email: helen@campenchantment.com. Cost: free for families dealing with cancer, climbing, and general adventure. Art and Music Trek is 20 days, Ages 15-18, coming from anywhere in the state. For one week, May 29-June 4, kids ages 7$2875, June 25-July 15. Work with professional artists in SF and Taos; create pot17, who have or had cancer, can escape tery, rugs, and painting with Native American artisans; spend one week traveling hospitals and treatments and the stares Jemez Springs through NM’s wilderness to inspire your creative side. Paleontology Trek is 16 of those who don’t understand. The days, Ages 15 and up, $2975 (includes college credit), July 20-Aug 9. Find and camp is a week filled with swimming, excavate real dinosaur bones. “Behind the Scenes” tour of the Museum of Natural kayaking, arts & crafts, mountain bikHistory. Family Trek 1 is 7 days for All Ages , $1150/adult, $800/child, July 10-16. ing, songs, a campfire, a talent show, Explore the Southwest with your Family. Family Trek 2 is 4 days, $800/adult, and an enchanted dance. Campers are $500/child, Aug 8-11. This trek includes registration for our 90th Reunion, which immersed in nature and surrounded by takes place Aug 12-14. We also have a Women’s Wilderness Trek. The price for a staff of well-trained volunteers who each expedition includes everything (food, transportation, staff). Trekkers are are devoted to them. A Sibling Retreat, responsible for transportation to and from the ABQ Airport; personal spending Camp SuperStars, is a weekend retreat money, and for gear on the packing list of their chosen expedition. for the siblings of children with cancer and runs concurrent to Camp Full Circle Summer Camp, PO Box 7876, Abq, NM 87194. Phone: 505-363-2496; Enchantment.

Website: fullcircleproductions.org; Contact: Sean Etigson, Camp Director. Full Circle is a well rounded overnight camp for children 8-14 years old. We cultiCamp Rising Sun, 2300 Menaul Blvd. vate creativity, health, and community through our programs, which include NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-272-5142; guitar, hand drumming, Yoga, martial arts, African dance, art, drama, cross Web site: cdd.unm.edu/camprisingsun. country running, hiking, creative writing, and choir. Located on the campus of Camp Rising Sun provides a specialized Hummingbird Music Camp, Full Circle runs July 31-Aug. 6. Please complete a camp experience for children with registration form for each child. You may either pay in full or submit a nonAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) along2016 refundable deposit of $150 for each child to hold his or her space. This deposit side peers of the same age. Community is deducted from the total cost of camp. Camp tuition is: $475 if paid in full by volunteers and other students have the summer camp April 1 or $575 if paid in full by July 15. This includes all New Mexico taxes and opportunity to attend and learn more July 31-Aug. 6 fees. Tuition may be paid in cash or check payable to Full Circle or Sean about ASD in a fun environment. Kids' For information or questions Call Etigson. Visit us on Facebook at Full Circle Kids.

Camp, for ages 8-12, is June 6-10 and the Teen Camp, for ages 13-17, is June 505-363-2496 or visit: Hummingbird Art Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025.

27-July 1. Sponsored by the UNM Center www.fullcircleproductions.org Phone: 575-829-3060; Email: group@hummingbirdmusiccamp.org; Web site: for Development and Disability. hummingbirdmusiccamp.org. Hummingbird Art Camp is nestled in the Jemez Mountains where nature, friends, and experienced instructors inspire creativity Cottonwood Gulch Expeditions, and fun. Six weeks of overnight Art Camp are offered in June and July. Campers, 9223 4th St. NW, Abq, NM 87301. Phone: ages 8-14, explore a variety of art projects in different media, and contribute 505-248-0563; Email: michael@cottonto installations or murals at the camp. The fun of summer camp in the mounwoodgulch.org; Web site: cottontains includes campfires, fishing, water-walking, hiking, sleeping under the stars, woodgulch.org; Contact: Michael skits, storytelling, moonlight hike, and games. A dance at the end of the week Wagner, Associate Director. Gulch expecelebrates friendships that can last a life time. Campers stay in dormitories, ditions are an opportunity to immerse gather for meals in the dining hall, create art in studios and outdoors, and sing you in the majestic land and cultural Cultivating Creativity, in the choir in the band shell. Explore the Web site and register online, view heritage of the American Southwest. At Health, and Community. continued on page 50 the Gulch, we take you on world-class

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Santa Fe Climbing Center Indoor Climbing Gym & Outdoor Adventures SUMMER CLIMBING ADVENTURE CAMPS Week long camps (8am-4pm), Cost $349/week Summer Camps: May 23-August 26, Ages 5-15

Youth Programs Preschool Classes, Home School Classes, After School Classes and Youth Climbing Teams

Adult Programs Intro and Advanced Classes, Day Passes, Memberships and Outdoor Climbs 825 Early Street Suite A, Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 986-8944 www.climbsantafe.com

Jemez Springs

Summer Camp Featuring

Music, Art or Chess Overnight (Sunday-Sunday) Camps

Beginning Summer 2016

Winston

Boys and girls Ages Eight through Fourteen

Now - Nine weeks of Music Camp Weeks #1 through #9 Music Camp May 29 - July 31

Now - Six weeks of Art Camp Weeks #1, 2, 4, 5, 7 & 8 Maximum of 30 Art campers per week

Chess Camp Now - Week #3 Novice, Intermediate, and Advance Chess Camp June 12 - June 19 Maximum of 30 Chess campers

Register early - space limited!

More information please: Call 1-575-829-3060 Mail to: 104 Hummingbird Rd. Jemez Springs, N.M. 87025 Online: www.hummingbirdmusiccamp.org

2016: Full Session July 10-July 23 ($900) Half Sessions July 10-16 & July 17-23 ($500) Horseback Riding (Trail riding and full instruction for all levels of riders) Hiking (Explore the beautiful Gila National Forest) Arts & Crafts (Our instructors are professional artists and have a fantastic program) Indian Lore (Chihenne Ranch is one big Indian site) Sports and Games (Lots of tribal competition, we emphasize teamwork) Rifle Shooting (BB guns, 22’s and for veteran campers, Skeet shooting) Archery (We use both traditional archery equipment as well as compound bows) Cattle Drive and Cattle Branding (Veteran campers if range conditions allow) Drama, Skits and Dancing (Instructors do it all for fun) Elephant Butte Lake (Spend a day at the lake to swim and have fun on the beach) Gila National Forest Hike (Lookout Mountain fire tower, and hike down the hill) Visit a Turn of the Century Mine (Explore a silver mine) Ghost Towns (Visit a ghost town and a museum to see how people lived 100 years ago) Phone (575) 743-1602 or (575) 740-1778

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2016 Summer Adventure Camps June 6th thru August 12th Registration is open now! Register soon!

Weekly themes: Sense-ational Animals!

Birds of a Feather, Play Together Raptor-ology: Birds of Prey Habitat Heroes The Wonder Garden Young Naturalists Camp Mad (Eco) Scientists!

Feathers, Fur, Skin & Scales Survival of the Kiddest EcoAvengers Please call for each week’s age range!

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photos on facebook/Hummingbird Art Camp or call for more information.

Tuition is $630+tax, supply fee is $35+tax. Week 1 May 29-June 5 , Wk 2 June 5June 12, Wk 4 June 19-26, Wk 5 June 26-July 3, Wk 7 July 10-17, Wk 8 July 17-24.

Hummingbird Chess Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd. Jemez Springs, NM 87025.

Phone: 575-829-3060; Website: hummingbirdmusiccamp.org. Hummingbird Chess Camp is nestled in the Jemez Mountains. Children, ages 8-14, have expert instruction and tournaments. Chess Camp is Sunday to Sunday, June 12 through June 19. Other activities include fishing, water-walking, overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to a waterfall, skits & storytelling with a fun dance on Saturday night. Campers stay in clean and comfortable dormitories. Camp Fee is $630 per week not including 6.9% tax ($44).

Hummingbird Music Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025.

Phone: 575-829-3060; Web site: hummingbirdmusiccamp.org; Email: grouphmmc@cybermesa.com; Contact: Miriam Gordon, Secretary. Hummingbird Music Camp is nestled in the Jemez Mountains. The camp is family owned and operated and is celebrating our 57th year. Children, ages 8-14, receive private and group lessons, from new beginners to advanced musicians in band, orchestra, piano, guitar or voice. In addition to recitals and concerts, activities include fishing, water-walking, overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to a waterfall, skits & storytelling with a fun dance on Saturday night. Campers stay in clean, comfortable dormitories. A new camp begins every Sunday, May 29 to July 31.

Camp tuition is $630 per week+tax ($44).

Mountain Friends Camp at SF Tree House Camp, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 435-554-1132; Email: director@mountainfriendscamp.org; Web site: mountainfriendscamp.org; Contact: Anastacia Ebi, Camp Director. Join our small, residential summer camp for youth ages 10-15 (entering 5th-10th grades), at our beautiful rustic location bordering national forest, twelve miles from SF. Dates and Rates: July 3-16 ($800); July 17-23 ($450); Family camp, June 24-27 ($135).

Discounts available for multiple family members and sessions, as well as partial need-based camperships. Mountain Friends Camp is a welcoming and diverse community, grounded in the Quaker values of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. All backgrounds and faiths welcome!

Campers make great friends, explore nature, create art, share responsibility, and grow in many ways. Activities vary each week, and include hiking, overnight camping trips, arts & crafts, drama, singing, music, cooperative games, low ropes course, archery, folk dancing, creative writing, peace/social justice discussion and practice, nature free time, storytelling, camp-outs, campfires, and compassionate listening. Most days campers choose a “plork� (play+work) project such as kitchen help, environmental restoration, trail work, cabin maintenance, and creative service projects, as well as help with dishes and cleaning for the community. Contact the director with questions, hope to see you this summer!

YMCA of Central New Mexico’s Camp Shaver, Jemez Springs, NM. Phone: 505-265-6971; Web site: campshaver.org or ymcacnm.org. Camp Shaver is a resident (overnight) camp located in the Jemez Mountains. We offer 7 sessions for boys and girls ages 7-15. Themes this year include: Hunger Games: June 5–11, Star Wars: June 12–18, Adventure time: June 19–25, Guardians of the Galaxy: June 26–July 2, Biggest Fun (two week Session): July 10–23, Jurassic World: July 24–30, Dr. Suess: July 31–Aug 6. Call 575-829-3572 for details. Camp Shaver provides the youth of today a safe, fun and awe-inspiring setting to develop selfesteem, personal character, learn teamwork, and an appreciation and respect for the environment. The YMCA also offers numerous activities and programs in the city as well.

Day Programs Santa Fe and Surrounding Areas Assistance Dogs of the West–Dog Days of Summer, PO Box 31027, SF, NM 87594. Phone: 505-986-9748; Email: tricia@assistancedogsofthewest.org; Web site: assistancedogsofthewest.org; Contact: Tricia, Administrative Assistant.

Alternating Abq and SF classes beginning June 6 thru July 28, Mon/Thurs, 9am to 3pm, early drop off/late pick up subject to availability and must be arranged at the time of registration. Join us for a fun-filled camp for kids 8 to 18 that also serves a great community cause! Come learn to handle and train service dogs for people with disabilities. Hands on activities include skills for responsible pet ownership, summertime pet cautions, basic and intermediate grooming techniques, basic and intermediate dog training skills, and public access work with dogs, disability awareness education and community interaction, arts and crafts projects, and much more! Bring your own snacks, lunch, sunscreen and water bottle.

Santa Fe BeGreaterThanAverage STEM Camps by R4Creating, Statewide offerings.

Phone: 505-715-7732; Email: info@BeGreaterThanAverage.org; Web site: BeGreaterThanAverage.org; Contact: Shelly Gruenig, PhD, Founder. Day Camps that build character while kids build robots. Hands-on, active camps for kids 6-9; 10-12; 13-18. Campers team up in small groups led by award-winning R4Robotics coach and team in an exciting opportunity to build a robot that competes against other teams at the end of camp. They learn about power tools, programming, the Engineering Design Process, building a business, Solidworks, Web site design, communication and critical thinking. No previous experience is necessary. Join us at one of our many camps all over the state, right where fun and learning collide! Students 10 and older will receive a free copy of DSS Solidworks with camp attendance. No camp near you? Call us to set one up - we are always looking to connect robot people worldwide!

Big Sky Learning’s Build It! Summer of Art and Technology, 1114 Hickox St. Unit G, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-428-7575; Email: infobigsky@gmail.com; Web site: bigskylearning.com; Contact: Michael Sheppard, Director. Celebrating 20 years of unparalleled summer fun at our Art and Technology camps in SF and Los Alamos. Investigate the science behind Magic as you make a wand that actually levitates, design a cloak, and forge a ring covered in real gold! Make a Lightsaber, costume, and star in a special FX movie. Age groups 5-6, 7-8, 914. Week long, full day camps with quality extended care. Tuition $295 per week plus materials.

Camp Invention, Multiple locations throughout NM. Phone: 800-968-4332; Email: asmiller@invent.org; Web site: campinvention.org; Contact: Customer Relations. Since 1990, Camp Invention has taken summer fun and transformed it from ordinary to extraordinary! Local educators lead the week of hands-on activities created especially for elementary school children entering grades 1-6. Boys and girls spend their time constructing and personalizing a DIY solarpowered cricket with a unique habitat, playing high-energy games and building original prototypes using real tools and components found in everyday devices.

Lessons explore connections between science, technology, engineering and innovation. Don’t miss out on brand new challenges. Discounts are available and spaces are limited, so sign up today.

Children's Adventure Company, 935 Alto St., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-9887201. Email: childrensadventurecompany@gmail.com; Web site: childrensadventurecompany.org; Contact: Dee Gregory, Owner/Director or Sarah Baker, Assistant Director. Children's Adventure Company provides an active and enriched summer day camp for grades Kinder through 7th, from May 23 to Aug 12. Hours/Days: 7:45am-6pm, Mon through Fri including Memorial Day and July 4. Tuition is $295+tax per week. Short Day Program is $275+tax and is only available to children in Kindergarten through 1st grade. Day Campers (entering K-1st Grade): Program includes nature trips, science, cooking, movement, swimming, and art. Field trips every Friday. Little Trekkers (entering 2nd Grade) Program includes nature trips, science, cooking, movement, swimming, and art. Field trips every Friday. Young Trekkers (entering 3rd-4th Grade) The focus is on nature and outdoor activities including: kayaking, swimming, art, rock climbing and hiking. Weekly trips to the bicentennial pool. Also

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included are field trips to Albuquerque. Outdoor Trekkers (5th-7th Grade) The program for older children includes more outdoor activities including rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, and survival skills, as well as Abq field trips.

Desert Montessori School Summer Camp, 316 Camino Delora, SF, NM 87505.

Phone: 505-983-8212; Email: desertmontessori@gmail.com; Web site: desertmontessori.com; Contact: Raquel Garcia, Office Manager. Summer Camp for ages 2-7; Hours: 8am-3pm. After Care available until 5pm. Session 1 is June 6 to June 30; Session 2 is July 11 to Aug 4. You may sign up for one session, both, or by the week. Drama Camp (Only 10 spots available): Ages 7-12, 8:30am-3pm, June 13-July 1. Please contact us for rates.

Filmmakers Ink: Filmmaking Intensive, Old Pecos Trail, SF, NM 87505.

Phone: 413-320-6071; Website: Filmmakers-Ink.com; Contact: Patrick McCullough, Director. Make Movies with Filmmakers Ink during their Summer Filmmaking Camps in Santa Fe, the week of June 6-10, (also in Los Alamos and Abq the week of June 13-17). Professional award-winning filmmakers work with you to create your movies, from script-to-screen. The 11 to 15 year old afternoon program includes, Filmmaking, Acting and Screenwriting. The morning Special FX program is for 8 to 10 year olds. Make it a full day! Both programs can be combined with our CreativeArt Ink Multi-Art program, an arts experience with working artists, including, Animation, Sculpture, Photography, Writing, Acting and more! Half Day: $275, Full Day: $450. Strengthen your foundation in creativity this summer!

Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences

Summer enrichment camps led by experienced teachers for kids ages 3 to early high school. Everything from In the Castle for our youngest campers to Moving Images for teens - there is something for everyone! Our

runs from June 6 through August 5 (no camp the week of July 4th). 9am - 3pm, Monday through Friday. Extended care available

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Little Earth School Summer Camp, 321 W. Zia Rd., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505988-1968. Web site: littleearthschool.org; Contact: Ellen Souberman, Director.

Memorable summer experiences for children ages 4 to 12, May 31 through Aug. 5. Five two-week sessions for all ages; minimum enrollment: one session. Four or five days per week. 10% tuition discount for children who enroll for the entire summer. Art, cooking, weekly nature field trips, swimming, yoga and games. Low student-teacher ratio. Enrollment limited. For more information or to request a brochure and pre-registration form call.

Pandemonium Productions’ Musical Theatre Summer Camp, SF, NM. Phone: 505-920-0704; Web site: pandemoniumprod.org. Pandemonium Productions offers its musical theatre summer camp for ages 7-17, June 13 through July 24. Students study acting, singing and dancing and perform in a Broadway Style Musical! at the James A. Little Theatre. Past shows have included The Little Mermaid, The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, Grease and more!

Rehearsals take place at the New Mexico School for the Arts, Mon through Fri, from 9am-1pm. Call for information. Space is limited; scholarships available.

Tuition is $695 if paid in full. $710 with a payment plan. $100 deposit required with registration.

Randall Davey Audubon Summer Adventure Camps, 1800 Upper Canyon Rd., SF, NM 87501. Phone: 505-983-4609; Email: sfunk@audubon.org; Web site: nm.audubon.org; Contact: Samantha Funk, Education Manager and Camp Director. Our 135-acre wildlife sanctuary is the ideal place for children to investigate, learn about, and connect with their local environment. Camp includes hands-on, minds-on activities providing opportunities to discover, create and play in nature. Campers between the ages of 5 and 12 are invited to learn, play, and create while spending time outdoors. Camps are $225 per week, run from 8:30am to 3pm, with after-care available till 5pm. Some scholarships are available. Registration is now open!

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Rio Grande School Summer Camp, 715 Camino Cabra, SF, NM 87505.

Phone: 505-983-1621; Email: neal_turnquist@riograndeschool.org or summer@riograndeschool.org; Web site: riograndeschool.org; Contact: Neal Turnquist, Director of Auxiliary Programs. Weekly day camps for grades K-6.

Full Day, morning and afternoon options available. Morning enrichment programs in video game design, puppet making, improv, toy hacking, creative writing, yoga, Latin dance and more! Afternoon program focuses on adventurebased learning and design challenges. Camp runs from 8:30am-4pm with optional early and aftercare.

St. Michael’s High School: Camp Horseman, 100 Siringo Rd., SF, NM 87505.

Phone: 505-983-7353; Email: spatten@smhs.me; Web site: stmichaelssf.org; Contact: Susan Patten, Vice President. Camp Horsemen Summer 2016 at St. Michael's High School is for elementary and middle school aged kids. From soccer and art to basketball and science, kids will have a fun and memorable summer on our 25-acre campus as they develop and expand their skills and knowledge. Different camps offered each week. Camp Horsemen provides a safe environment and an affordable summer camp experience.

Santa Fe Climbing Center’s Climbing Adventure Camps & Classes, 825 Early St., Ste. A, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-986-8944; Email: andre@climbsantafe.com; Web site: climbsantafe.com; Contact: Andre Wiltenburg, Director.

Indoor and outdoor climbing, wilderness survival skills, hikes and other outdoor adventure based activities. Weeklong camps from 8am to 4pm, $349 per week. Multi-day summer camps for ages 5-8 May 23, 31, June 6, 20, 27, July 4, 11 Aug 8, 15 & 22; for ages 9-13 June 6, 13, July 11, 18, 25, Aug 8, 15 & 22. Summer indoor climbing classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm to 2:30pm.

Santa Fe Opera’s Opera Storytellers Summer Camp, 1600 St Michaels Dr., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-946-2417; Email: bneal@santafeopera.org; Web site: santafeopera.org; Contact: Brandon Neal, Education and Community Programs Administrative Coordinator. Become an Opera Storyteller with The Santa Fe Opera. Children entering grades 3 through 8 write and perform their own opera. Opera Storytellers create an original opera by activating their voices, bodies, and imaginations, while also expanding their individual potential through creative exploration and discovery. The Opera Storytellers Summer Camp dates: June 6-17, from 9am to 4pm at Santa Fe University of Art and Design. Cost: $450, additional campers are $400, add lunch for $75.

Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences Summer Camp, 5912 Jaguar Dr., SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-438-8585; Email: gina@santafeschool.org; Web site: santafeschool.org; Contact: Gina Kinstle, Program Coordinator. Offering weekly camps for ages 3-13. Program runs June 6-Aug. 5. Engaging indoor and outdoor activities, hands-on projects. Camps led by experienced teachers. Weekly themes include Ooey Gooey and In the Castle for younger kids. Older kids can explore Minecraft, Coding and Hiking camps. Moving Images, Comic Book, and Japan Camp are just a few more. Most camps $230/week, Mon-Fri, 9am to 3pm.

Extended care available from 8am until 5pm. Scholarships available.

Registration begins March 1, online or call us.

Los Alamos Big Sky Learning’s Build It! Summer of Art and Technology, 1114 Hickox St. Unit G, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-428-7575; Email: infobigsky@gmail.com; Web site: bigskylearning.com; Contact: Michael Sheppard, Director. Celebrating 20 years of unparalleled summer fun at our Art and Technology camps in SF and Los Alamos.

Investigate the science behind Magic as you make a wand that actually levitates, design a cloak, and forge a ring covered in real gold! Make a Lightsaber, costume,

and star in a special FX movie. Age groups 5-6, 7-8, 9-14. Week long, full day camps with quality extended care. Tuition $295 per week plus materials.

Filmmakers Ink: Filmmaking Intensive, Now in Los Alamos. Phone: 413320-6071; Website: Filmmakers-Ink.com; Contact: Patrick McCullough, Director.

Make Movies with Filmmakers Ink during their Summer Filmmaking Camps in Los Alamos the week of June 13-17. (Also in SF and Abq). Professional awardwinning filmmakers work with you to create your movies, from script-to-screen.

The 11 to 15 year old afternoon program includes, Filmmaking, Acting and Screenwriting. The morning Special FX program is for 8 to 10 year olds. Make it a full day! Both programs can be combined with our CreativeArt Ink Multi-Art program, an arts experience with working artists, including, Animation, Sculpture, Photography, Writing, Acting and more! Half Day: $275, Full Day: $450.

Strengthen your foundation in creativity this summer!

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

A Child's Garden Preschool, 215 Locust Ave., NE, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505764-2920; Email: achildsgarden@firstpresabq.org; Web site: achildsgardenabq.org; Contact: Mary Matteucci, Director. Summer programs available June 6-July 22 for ages 2-PreK and Specialty Creativity Camps available for ages 5-8 (completed K-completed grade 3). Visit our Web site for registration information.

Albuquerque Academy’s Think Academy Summer, 6400 Wyoming Blvd.

NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-828-3393; Email: schultz@aa.edu; Web site: aa.edu/thinksummer; Contact: Virginia L Schultz, Associate Director. Think Academy Summer is June 6-July 15 for PreK to pre-grade 12; 8am-3:30pm, Mon-Fri; extended care until 5:45pm. Lots of spots in over 200 summer offerings, including six-week academic-enrichment and fine-arts classes; athletics continued on page 54

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and aquatics; full-day recreational Day Camp with enriched activities 8am3:30pm; half-day recreational and sports camps noon-3:30pm. Mid-school-specific enrichment includes anthropology and archaeology, circus arts, languages; math and science, writing and literature, sports journalism, geocaching, robotics, podcasting, sound editing, dance, visual arts, yoga, speed and agility training, and Summer Stock: Mary Poppins. Special programs: Design Studio architecture classes and New Mexico Jazz Workshop's Summer Jazz Intensive.

Albuquerque Academy’s Think It! July Summer Camp, 6400 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-828-3393; Email: schultz@aa.edu; Web site: aa.edu/thinkit; Contact: Virginia L Schultz, Associate Director. Want two more weeks of summer fun for pre-grades 1-5? See the ThinkIt! course offerings inside the Think Academy Summer catalog. For more information, visit the Web site or contact the Think Academy Summer Office (505-8588811). Think Academy… where children learn, sample, grow—and thrive! Dates: July 18-July 29; 8am3:30pm, Mon-Fri; extended care until 5:45pm.

Albuquerque Academy’s year-round ThinkIt! program for students in grades 1-5 is open to the greater-Albuquerque community. With hands-on curriculum and engaging focus areas, ThinkIt! students celebrate active-learning strategies through project and inquiry-based activities, interdisciplinary options (e.g., science, engineering, and math), and enriched recreational programs. ThinkIt! is modular, so you can build a part- or full-day schedule for your child-based on your family’s needs.

Animal Humane New Mexico’s Camp Humane, 615 Virginia St. SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-938-7864; Email: SummerCamps@AnimalHumaneNM.org; Web site: animalhumanenm.org/events-ahnm/camp-humane; Contact: Gina Sena, Humane Educator. Unleash your child's love of animals this summer at Camp Humane! Animal Humane’s animal-themed summer camp for kids ages 8–13 is perfect for kids who love the animals in their lives. Campers spend five fun days at our campus immersed in all things pet: fun learning activities, visits from special guests, animal crafts and games, a field trip, and of course interaction with some of the pets here at Animal Humane.

Dates: Session I: June 20-24 (Ages 8-10), Session II: June 27-July 1 (Ages 8-10), Session III: July 11-15 (Ages 11-13), Session IV: July 18-22 (Ages 8-10). Times: 9am4pm, Mon–Fri. Registration opens April 1.

Ann Silva's Sewing Center Camp Sew Fun, 4520 Alexander Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-8815253; Email: frances@annsilvas.com; Website: annsilvas.com; Contact: Frances Rowland, Bookkeeper.

Childrens sewing classes for ages 6-16.

Assistance Dogs of the West–Dog Days of Summer, SF and Abq. Phone: 505-986-9748; Email: tricia@assistancedogsofthewest.org; Web site: assistancedogsofthewest.org; Contact: Tricia, Administrative Assistant. Alternating Abq and SF classes beginning June 6 thru July 28, Mon/Thurs, 9am to 3pm, early drop off/late pick up subject to availability and must be arranged at the time of registration. Join us for a fun-filled camp for kids 8 to 18 that also serves a great community cause! Come learn to handle and train service dogs for people Albuquerque Museum’s Summer Art Program, with disabilities. Hands on activities include skills 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505for responsible pet ownership, summertime pet cauStudents at The Growing Stage Summer Intensive performing 243-7255; Email: tasedillo@cabq.gov; Web site: tions, basic and intermediate grooming techniques, Into the Woods. Photo by Zoey Reese. cabq.gov/museum; Contact: Theresa Sedillo, Senior basic and intermediate dog training skills, and pubProgram Assistant. The museum’s art classroom is lic access work with dogs, disability awareness eduramping up for the summer with a variety of classes offered in June and July. cation and community interaction, arts & crafts projects, and much more! Bring Children ages 3-11 have a multitude of art making experiences to choose from your own snacks, lunch, sunscreen and water bottle. including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media and non-traditional art materials. Choose from weekly classes, Tues–Thurs. Half -day and full -day options availBallet Repertory Theatre’s Budding Ballerina Boot Camp, 6913 Natalie able. Half Day: 9:30am–noon or 1-3:30pm. Full Day: 9:30am-3:30pm. Preschool classNE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Web site: es (3-5 years old) are Fridays in June or July: 10-11:30am or 1-2:30pm. Register online brtnm.com; Contact: Katherine Giese, Executive/Artistic Director. Ballet beginning April 1.

Repertory Theatre’s Budding Ballerina Boot Camp is specially designed for the 8-12 year old up and coming dancer. Classes include ballet technique, stretch Albuquerque Parks and Recreation’s Camp Gallagher, 1801 4th St. NW, and strength with pre-pointe, variations, and jazz. The week concludes with a Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-768-5328; Email: aaceves@cabq.gov; Web site: short studio performance on Friday at 4:30pm. The Budding Ballerina Boot cabq.gov/parksandrecreation; Contact: Ashley Aceves; Recreation Program Camp is 12:30-4:30pm, Mon through Fri; July 25–29. Tuition is $240. A $50 nonSpecialist. Day camp in the beautiful Jemez mountains near Fenton Lake! Arts refundable registration fee is due with the application and is applied towards and crafts, fishing, hiking, SNAP Photography and more! For kids ages 8-12. tuition. A 10% discount is applied toward tuition when paid in full by May 23.

ABQ Stages - The Growing Stage Summer Intensives, 13170 Central SE, Ste. B104, Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-288-1205; Email: kari@thegrowingstage.com; Web site: thegrowingstage.com; Contact: Zoey Reese, Education Director. Our Summer Intensives were voted among the Top Five Best Summer Camps in Abq the Magazine's Best of the City 2015 poll! Kids have fun developing skills in acting, stagecraft, vocal & dance technique and specialty classes, while making friends and working as a team on their showcase. Each session meets Mon-Fri from 9am to 3:30pm and culminates with a showcase for family and friends.

Session #1 (ages 7 & up) meets May 31-June 17. Session #2 (Teens/12 & up) meets June 27-July 9. Session #3 (ages 7 & up) meets July 18-29. We also offer summer programs for ages 3 -6. Camp #1 meets June 27-July 1 from 9-11am. Camp #2 meets July 5-9 from 9-11am.

Ballet Repertory Theatre’s Summer Dance Camp, 6913 Natalie Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Web site: brtnm.com; Contact: Katherine Giese, Executive/Artistic Director. Ballet Repertory Theatre’s Summer Dance Camp is for children ages 5-9 years old.

Classes include ballet, jazz, modern dance, flamenco, crafts, and acting.

Development of coordination, music appreciation, and performing abilities are stressed throughout each week. The Dance Camp is 9-11:30am, Mon through Fri. Session I: The Little Mermaid, July 11-15; Session II: Cinderella, July 18–22; Session III: The Nutcracker, July 25-29. Cost per session is $140. $30 non-refundable deposit is due with application, which is applied toward tuition.

Application deadline is July 2. Discounts for additional sessions and receive a 10% early payment discount when paid in full by May 23.

Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum’s Stories in the Sky, 9201 Balloon Museum Dr. NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505768-6020; Email: lmagovern@cabq.gov; Web site: balloonmuseum.com; Contact: Hans Whitefield, Associate Program Director of Education. Every Wednesday at the Balloon Museum, critically acclaimed storyteller and Education Curator Laurie Magovern will read an aerial themed story along with arts and crafts, and music and song. Participants take home their creations at the end.

Admission is free for children and their adult companions. Stories in the Sky: stories, songs, movement and crafts. Geared toward ages 0-6; all ages welcome. Every Wednesday, Two sessions: 9:30am-10:15am and 11am-11:45am.

Themes change every week for a seasonal experience!

BeGreaterThanAverage STEM Camps by R4Creating, Statewide offerings.

Phone: 505-715-7732; Email: info@BeGreaterThanAverage.org; Web site: BeGreaterThanAverage.org; Contact: Shelly Gruenig, PhD, Founder. Day Camps that build Character while kids build Robots. Hands-on, active camps for kids 6-9; 10-12; 13-18. Campers team up in small groups led by Award-winning R4Robotics coach and team in an exciting opportunity to build a robot that competes against other teams at the end of camp. They learn about power tools, programming, the Engineering Design Process, building a business, Solidworks, Web site design, communication and critical thinking. No previous experience necessary. Join us at one of our many camps all over the state right where fun and learning collide! Students 10 and older will receive a free copy of DSS Solidworks with camp attendance.

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BK Taiko Japanese Drumming’s Kids Classes, 9911 Southern SE, Unit F, Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-294-6993; Email: Taiko@BKWoW.com; Web site: BKTaiko.com; Contact: A. Gallegos, Instructor. A fun hands-on class that teaches traditional Japanese Drumming for kids 7 to 13 yrs. Great for building selfesteem, improving physical fitness, group cooperation, creative expression, cultural awareness, coordination & having fun! Adult classes also available.

Blackman Martial Arts Academy’s Summer Program, 9900 Montgomery Blvd., Ste. B, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-856-5616; Email: BlackmanTKD@aol.com; Web site: BlackmanTKD.com; Contact: Master Kristine Blackman, Director of Operations, or Rebecca Bogolub, General Manager/Program Director. Ages 3Adult. Classes offered 7 days a week! Blackman Martial Arts Academy offers Traditional & Olympic style Taekwondo, Hapkido, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay-Thai Kickboxing, Philippine Combatives, & Basic Self Defense Classes. Morning, afternoon, & evening classes. Call about our Introductory New Student Membership Trial. We also offer fun, exciting martial arts Birthday Parties–open to nonmembers also. Voted “Best Martial Arts Classes”, “Best Kids Classes” in 2012, 2013, 2014, & 2015 by ABQ The Magazine, The Alibi Newspaper, and Nickelodeon’s Parents Pick Awards! Come see why we are an award-winning Martial Arts School! Develop your child’s confidence through a fun learning environment.

Call to schedule your child’s introductory lesson.

Bosque School’s Summer 2016, 4000 Learning Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87120.

Phone: 505-898-6388; Email: karen.sanchez@bosqueschool.org; Web site: bosqueschool.org; Contact: Karen Sanchez, Summer Program Coordinator.

Bosque Summer is an exciting summer full of creative and engaging programming for students in grades 1-12. Most Bosque Summer programs are 1-week, full-day schedules (8:30am-3:30pm) with plenty of class options throughout the day. In addition, before and after care programs are available. Bosque Summer is flexible and individualized per family and student.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico, 3333 Truman St. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-881-0777; Email: shyde@bgccnm.org; Web site: bgccnm.org; Contact: Scott Hyde, Unit Director. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico offers Summer Camp at two locations in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho.

Campers from ages 5 to 18 are encouraged to sign up and enjoy a summer filled with fun activities, outings and learning. Rates vary. For rates, registration

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Camp BioPark at ABQ BioPark, 903 10th St. Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 311; Email: biopark@cabq.gov; Web site: abqbiopark.com; Contact: Kathryn Venzor; Education Curator. Camp BioPark is for children, PreK-grade 9. Learn science through hands-on activities, games and art. Join us to explore the fascinating world of plants and animals! Half & full day programs available for summer.

Camp Invention, Multiple locations throughout NM. Phone: 800-968-4332; Email: asmiller@invent.org; Web site: campinvention.org; Contact: Customer Relations. Since 1990, Camp Invention has taken summer fun and transformed it from ordinary to extraordinary! Local educators lead the week of hands-on activities created especially for elementary school children entering grades 16. Boys and girls spend their time constructing and personalizing a DIY solarpowered cricket with a unique habitat, playing high-energy games and building original prototypes using real tools and components found in everyday devices.

Lessons explore connections between science, technology, engineering and innovation. Don’t miss out on brand new challenges. Discounts are available and spaces are limited, so sign up today.

Children's Choice C.I.T.Y. Crew, 10601 Lomas Blvd. NE, Ste. 101, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-296-2880; Email: info@childrens-choice.org; Web site: childrens-choice.org; Contact: Jessica Zigmond, Receptionist. May 31-Aug. 10, Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm for Ages 12-14, Middle School. At Bandelier Elementary Students travel throughout the city and beyond to explore concepts such diversity, history, agriculture, philanthropy, and life skills. They do this through daily field trips, behind-the-scenes investigations, hands-on experiences, and interactions with community members. They document their experiences through media technology, and will share this with family and friends in a documentary they produce. $140/week for Early Bird Registration; $150/week after 4/15/16. Register online or call for more info.

Children's Choice Enrichment Camps, 10601 Lomas Blvd. NE, Ste. 101, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-296-2880; Email: info@childrens-choice.org; Web site: childrens-choice.org; Contact: Jessica Zigmond, Receptionist. We offer a variety of week-long Enrichment Summer Camps taught by enthusiastic and professioncontinued on page 56

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN’S CAMPUS SUMMER CAMP 2016 Join us for a variety of exciting two-week, full-day, camp sessions for children ages 5 through 10 (children must have completed Kindergarten to be eligible to participate)! We are a licensed 5-star facility that is nationally recognized and accredited through NAEYC. Camps run each day from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm with before and after camp care available for an additional fee. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are included in the program fee. All campers receive a camp t-shirt, hat, and water bottle, and are eligible to participate in our end-of-summer campout Friday, August 5th through Saturday, August 6th. If your child has completed the 4th grade and is currently enrolled at the UNMCC or is a returning UNMCC camper, ask us about our UNMCC Lobo Leader Program.

Session 2: June 20th - July 1st Session 1: June 6th – June 17th

Y’all Ready for This?

Got Sports?

During this two-week camp, thrill-seeking campers will rock climb at Stone Age climbing Gym, jump around Gravity Park, paint your own pottery at Art Attack, feel an adrenaline rush at Cliff’s Amusement Park, horseback ride, explore Explora, and be an American Ninja Warrior at the Ninja Park obstacle fitness gym and much more!

During this two-week camp, campers play their way through the last two weeks of June. Campers will Cheer on the Isotopes, train at the Albuquerque baseball Academy, train at the Athlete’s Playground, beat the clock at Duke City BMX, bike along the Bosque, get fit at CrossFit Black Box, learn the art of parkour, participate in UNMCC’s Kid’s Color Run, and partake in a variety of activities such as swimming, bowling, gymnastics, and sand volleyball.

Intersession: July 5th - July 8th During the 4-intersession days, campers will have fun roller skating, Putt-Putt, Cool Springz Trampoline Park, and Explora.

Session 3: July 11th – 22nd Session 4: July 25th - August 5th

Think Outside, No Box Required During this two-week camp, campers rock climb, hike up Tent Rocks, discover Bandelier National Monument, enjoy the cool water of the Soda Dam Waterfall in Jemez, hike to the lake at San Gregorio Reservoir, ride the Sandia Tram, hike Battleship Rock, El Morro National Monument, Experience the Natural History Museum, and meet the animals of the Albuquerque Zoo.

Let the Waves Begin!

During this two-week camp, campers will kayak and canoe along the Rio Grande, cool off at Santa Rosa’s Park Lake, slip and slide at Cliff’s Water Mania, ride the waves at Hotel Cascada, enjoy the soothing waters of Cochiti Lake, take a trip to the Genoveva Chavez Community Center, tour the Gillman Tunnels, and see the falls at Soda Dam.

The Children’s Campus is located at 1210 University NE (University between Lomas and Indian School) For More Information or to Register Contact us at 277-3365; weecare@unm.edu; or online at childcare.unm.edu

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al instructors. Camps include: Sports for grades K-2 at Comanche Elementary from June 13-17; Theater for K-2 at Comanche Elementary from June 20-24; Art/Multi-Media for grades 3-5 at Osuna Elementary from June 20-24; Music for K-2 at Bandelier Elementary from June 27-July 1; Art/Multi-Media for K-2 at North Star Elementary from July 11-15; Science for K-2 at Osuna Elementary from July 11-15; Film for grades 3-5 at Bandelier Elementary from July 18-22; Science for grades 3-5 at Sombra Elementary from July 18-22. Camps start at 9:30am and run until 3:30pm. Care provided from 7am-6pm. Cost: $169/week Early Bird Registration, $179/week after 4/15/16.

Children's Choice Summer Fun Camp, Jump Off the Couch and Into Summer, 10601 Lomas Blvd. NE, Ste. 101, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-296-2880; Email: Christopherwalsh1@gmail.com; Web site: childrens-choice.org; Contact: Jessica Zigmond, Receptionist. May 31-Aug. 10, for ages 5-12, Mon-Fri, 7am-6pm.

Locations include Bandelier Elementary, Sombra Del Monte Elementary, Comanche Elementary, North Star Elementary, and Osuna Elementary. This day camp is a safe and fun place for kids to do activities such as swimming, crafts, arts, sports, field trips, water play, presentations, and much more. Children's Choice is nationally accredited and has a 5-Star rating from CYFD. Our highly trained staff will ensure the safety and well being of campers, as well as ensure a fun-filled summer. Enroll now for an amazing summer of unforgettable experiences. $125/week Early Bird Registration, $135/week after 4/15/16. $105/3-day option Early Bird Registration, $110/3-day only available at Bandelier and North Star Elementary.

Congregation Albert Outdoor Classroom Summer Camp, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-883-0306; Email: ecc@congregationalbert.org; Web site: congregationalbert.org; Contact: Dale S. Cooperman, ECC Coordinator.

The Outdoor Classroom Summer Camp for ages 2-7 brings learning outside!

Join us and have fun with environmental themes including gardening, trees, animals, soil, water, people and shelter. Session I: May 31–June 24, Session 2: June 27–July 22. Hours: 9am–1pm or 9am–3pm. Mon/Wed/Fri or Mon-Fri options available. $50 non-refundable deposit applied toward tuition. Call or check our Web site to learn more about our camp and our FOCUS 4-Star preschool and kindergarten. Come learn, play and grow with us! All faiths welcome. Bring lunch. Ask about our sibling discount.

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SUMMER STARTS HERE, STAYS HERE, PLAYS HERE!

JOIN US FOR SUMMER CAMP 2016 MAY 31-AUGUST 12 Members & Non-Members Welcome, Ages 3-15 :: Sport Specific Training, 2 Hours of Swimming/Day :: Arts & Crafts, Music, Something For Everyone! :: Up to 5 Hours/Day of Free Extended Care

CALL 505.857.0123 FOR MORE INFORMATION #SummerJustGotFun

Congregation B'nai Israel Preschool Summer Program, 4401 Indian School NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-266-0155; Email: bnaiisrael.preschool@gmail.com; Contact: Jill Tatz, MA, Director. This year, "Children Around the World" is the theme for our Preschool Summer Program. We will be exploring different countries, gardening and growing things all summer long, as well as play and music, art and fun. This program consists of 2 four week sessions (June 6-29 and July 6-29). Times are from 9am-1pm, with extended care available 7:30-9am and 1-5:30pm. Campers range from ages 18 months–6 years. Campers are accepted at all developmental skill levels and do not have to be potty trained.

We have a warm, nurturing environment. It's a great way for children to spend their summer!!

Dance Theatre Southwest’s Dance New Mexico with Patricia Dickinson Wells, 5505 Osuna Rd. NE, Ste. J, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-2969465; Email: dancetheatresouthwest@gmail.com; Web site: dtsw.com; Contact: Patricia Dickinson Wells, Director. Summer Dance Camps. Ages 3-8 (Childrens's Kidz Dance Camps); Ages 8-12 (Young Dancer Intensive) Ages 12 to pre-professional/professional (Dance New Mexico with Patricia & Friends). (New this year: Mature Adult Dance Intensives for ages 45 and up). These summer dance opportunities allow the dancer to concentrate on improving their dance skills and for others, the opportunity to study dance skills for the first time. Dance Theatre Southwest, a nationally recognized dance training school, has been training young dancers for over 20 years, seeing many go to prestigious summer programs throughout the US and on to professional careers. Schedules and dates available on the Web site by March 2. This years' guest artists include Mel Tomlinson from New York City Ballet and Alvin Ailey and local international favorite, Alex Ossadnik, currently Ballet Master/Choreographer with Ballet Idaho, along with many others including Patricia Dickinson Wells, Trey Picket, Adam McKinney, and surprise summer guests. Dance styles for every workshop includes ballet technique, pointe and partnering when appropriate, contemporary/modern and Jazz, with an opportunity to experience other dance electives such as Bollywood, Classical Character dance, Hip-Hop and Kinesiology/Nutrition for Dancers. Class times vary weekdays between 9am6pm with several weekend only workshops. Exciting! Fun! Refreshing!

Wonderful training!

Duke City Fencing’s En Garde Fencing Camp for Beginners, 2840 Girard Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-872-0048; Email: info@dukecityfencing.net; Web site: dukecityfencing.net; Contact: Toby Tolley, Head Coach. A great way to introduce kids ages 8-15 to the Olympic sport of fencing! Our half day

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(9am-1pm), one week camps (Tues-Sat) teach all the basics in a fun and supportive atmosphere. The cost is $200 all inclusive. We offer sibling discounts! Please call for summer dates.

East Gate Kids Summer, 12120 Copper Ave., Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-2945102; Email: jgmwheel@aol.com; Web site: eastgatekidsabq.com; Contact: Katie or Felicia. 104 Days of Summer Vacation and we found a fun way to spend it...like building a rocket, or discovering something that doesn't exist. Or a fun song from a TV show. At East Gate Kids we are going to be spending the 70 days of summer doing science projects, cooking activities, weekly field trips, swimming and lots of outdoor fun. We have one of the largest playgrounds for a childcare center. We will be participating in art camp and on sight VBS. Come join us.

Explora Summer Camps! 1701 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone 505224-8323. Website: explora.us. Contact: Reservations Manager. Email: reservations@explora.us. Grades: PreK-8th. June 6-Aug. 5. Join us for discovery and investigation! Choose from dozens of different topics in week-long day camps, with optional before and after-camp care available. Explora camps offer a fun way for kids to get their hands into chemistry, biology, art, engineering, physics, and a whole lot more as they build harnesses to crash-test eggs, electrify objects, launch flying objects, build machines, make mixed-media creations, explore chemistry while cooking, and a whole lot more! Plus, we've got parties down to a science! Have your next birthday party at Explora, and choose a fun learning activity for your guests!

Filmmakers Ink: Filmmaking Intensive, Now in Albuquerque. Phone: 413320-6071; Website: Filmmakers-Ink.com; Contact: Patrick McCullough, Director.

Make Movies with Filmmakers Ink during their Summer Filmmaking Camps in Abq the week of June 13-17. (Also in SF and Los Alamos.) Professional awardwinning filmmakers work with you to create your movies, from script-to-screen.

The 11 to 15 year old afternoon program includes, Filmmaking, Acting and Screenwriting. The morning Special FX program is for 8 to 10 year olds. Make it a full day! Both programs can be combined with our CreativeArt Ink Multi-Art program, an arts experience with working artists, including, Animation, Sculpture, Photography, Writing, Acting and more! Half Day: $275, Full Day: $450.

Strengthen your foundation in creativity this summer!

Fishback Studio of the Dance's Summer Dance, 4529 Eubank NE, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-298-8828; Email: fishbackstudio@qwestoffice.net; Web site: fishbackstudio.com; Contact: Kathie F. Anthony, Director. Classes June 7-July 16.

Pre-Ballet for ages 3, 4, & 5. Child-Teen-Adult: jazz/hip-hop, tap, ballet, pointe, acrobatics, modern, Scottish, drill/dance team. For Adults we offer: Swing, Salsa & more for 6 weeks - meets Thursday 7:30pm starting July 9. Our special Performing Arts Workshop for ages 6 1/2 thru teen, 4 weeks/4 hours per week for cheer, singing, modeling, theater, jazz/hip-hop, ballet, tap, acrobatics.

Harwood Art Center’s Summer Art Camp, 1114 7th St. NW, Abq, NM 87102.

Phone: 505-506-3302; Email: drew@harwoodartcenter.org; Web site: harwoodartcenter.org; Contact: Drew Kirkpatrick, Arts Education Coordinator. Harwood Summer Art Camp, located in downtown Abq, offers multi-disciplinary summer arts programs for youth in grades 1-9. Harwood’s summer programing fosters creativity and curiosity in young artists of all skill levels. We offer four twoweek sessions throughout June and July with full and half day options. At Harwood, students immerse themselves in the arts with a group of inspired peers and accomplished instructors. They experience a range of exciting activities in a positive, supportive atmosphere. From ceramics and painting, to theater and dance, imaginations are unleashed. Summer Art Camp opens doors to new experiences and creative innovation, engaging students in the visual and performing arts. Choose an adventure your children will remember for years to come! Register online starting: Wed, March 9. Session 1: June 6-17; Session 2: June 20–July 1 (no camp July 4); Session 3: July 5-15; Session 4: July 18-29.

Pricing: Full day (9am-4pm): $465; Half Day (9am-noon or 12:30pm-4pm): $265.

Family Membership Discounts & Financial Support Available *Special Pricing for Session 3: Full Day $420/ Half Day $240.

High Desert Yoga: Yoga Camps for Kids and Teens Summer Camps, 4600 Copper Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-232-9642; Email: yogainfo@highdesertyoga.com; Web site: highdesertyoga.com; Contact: Zhenya Novgorodskaya, Family Program Director. The High Desert Yoga Kids camps teach kids and tween/teens valuable life lessons while having a great time! Campers learn how to build confidence, strength and self-care with Yoga poses, games, self-reflection, art and preparing healthy snacks. Also new this year: Nike Yoga Sports Camps for athletes! Kids Camps: For ages 5-10, Sessions: 3/28-4/01, 6/06-11, continued on page 58

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junior golf programs $325* * See below for Camp details Ages: 6-17 7:1 Student - Teacher Ratio Camps June 6th - 9th • 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM June 20th - 23rd • 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM July 18th - 21st • 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Aug 1st - 4th • 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Fee:

Fee: $85/month Ages: 7-17 Maximum 16 students/session 8:1 Student - Teacher Ratio Coaching in all areas of game; swing, course play, etiquette April - September Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Join anytime throughout the season!

Fee: $10 each session Ages: Under 10 Maximum 20 students/session 10:1 Student - Teacher Ratio Introduction to all aspects of game in a fun atmosphere April - September Sundays 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Join anytime throughout the season!

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Camp includes golf skills instruction, life skills, course usage/play, lunches, refreshments, equipment usage, golf shirt, golf hat, golf shoes and prizes.

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6/13-17, 6/20-24, 7/11-15, 7/18-22, 8/1-6. Teen/Tween Camps: For ages 11-18, Sessions: 3/28-4/01, 6/20-24, 7/11-15, 7/18-22, 8/1-6. All Camps: Meet 1-4pm with a break for snacks. Price: $145/week. Discounts for siblings.

Hope Christian School’s Summer Day Camp, 8005 Louisiana Blvd.,NE, Abq NM 87109. Phone: 505-821-2513; Email: admissions@hcsnm.org; Web site: hcsnm.org; Contact: Gwen Hughes, Admissions Director. Hope Christian School offers a Summer Day Camp for Elementary students (five years of age) entering Kindergarten through 5th grade, and a Mid-School Summer Day Camp for students entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade during the months of June and July (closed July 4th). Activities include swimming, field trips, Bible stories, sports, music and arts & crafts. Information regarding the camp and registration forms will be available by March 15. Contact the Admissions Office. Space is limited.

Huntington Learning Center, 8201 Golf Course Road NW, Ste. B-3, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-897-9100; Contact: Sohale Mufti. Web site: huntingtonhelps.com.

Grades: K-12; Mon-Sat. 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.

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4529 Eubank NE, Abq, NM 87111 www.fishbackstudio.com Performing Arts Workshop: 4 hours/week, 4 weeks ● Swing, Salsa & More Starts June 9 ●

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Inspire Rock Academy’s Rock-Star and Rock-Band Camp, 206 Dartmouth Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87106. Phone: 505-899-6700; Email: nicole@inspirerockacademy.com; Web site: inspirerockacademy.com; Contact: Nicole Larsen, Owner.

Inspire Rock Academy is once again offering Rock Star (Singing and Dancing Camp) and Rock Band (Music and Instrument Camp). Camps are offered for children entering Kinder through 6th grade. Rock Star Singing and Dancing Camp (9am-noon, Morning Session): Students are singing and dancing everyday in this high energy camp! Be ready to perform to the coolest pop and rock music and put on a rock star show at the end of the week! Rock Band Music and Instrument Camp (1-4pm, Afternoon Session): Choose to focus on piano, guitar or drums. Students learn to play their instrument and be matched into their own rock band! Battle of the bands show the last day of camp! Week 1 Camp: June 6-10 Week 2: June 27 - July 1; Week 3: Aug 1-5.

Keshet Summer Dance Camps, 4121 Cutler Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Email: Kylie@KeshetArts.org; Web site: KeshetArts.org/klab; Contact: Kylie Manning, School Manager. 8:30am-4pm; Mon thru Fri with an end of camp performance for friends and family. June 6-10 Summer Dance Camp: Ballet & Contemporary (ages 6-14); June 13-17 Summer Dance Camp: Jazz & Hip Hop (ages 6-14); June 20-24 Summer Dance Camp: Musical Theater (ages 6-14); June 27-July 1 Summer Dance Camp: Dance Camp Re-Mix (ages 6-14); July 5–8 Little Movers Dance Camp (ages 4-5)* 9am-noon; July 5–8 Behind the Scenes: Creative Tech Camp (ages 10-18)* noon-4pm; July 18–22 Adaptive Dance Camp–for dancers with varying levels of physical and developmental abilities (ages 10-18); July 25–29 Summer Dance Intensive: Week 1 (ages 10-Adult) with guest faculty Sally Anne Friedland (Tel Aviv, Israel); Aug 1–5 Summer Dance Intensive: Week 2 (ages 10-Adult) with guest faculty Maggie Bergeron.

KinderGuitar New Mexico, PO Box 93236, Abq, NM 87199. Phone: 505-3040528; Email: rod@kinderguitarnm.com; Web site: kinderguitarnm.com; Contact: Rodney Burr, Licensed KinderGuitar Instructor. Musicians generally outperform non-musicians in all mental abilities, and the guitar makes an excellent beginning instrument for children. The Award-winning KinderGuitar® curriculum was developed to teach young children ages of 5 and up overall musicianship skills using a diverse series of songs to age-appropriate exercises and activities, the KinderGuitar curriculum is matched to child development levels, guiding musical growth to make learning fun while developing an appreciation for music.

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Kung Fu Summer Camp, 8338 Comanche Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505489-1042; Email: Schuylerabqkungfu@gmail.com; Web site: KungFuAbq.com; Contact: Schuyler McCabe, School Manager. Are you looking for something fun, active and educational for your kids this summer? Kung Fu ABQ is hosting our annual Kung Fu Summer Camps! Your kids will be able to channel all their energy into learning the classic art of Mantis-style Kung Fu in a fun environment with other enthusiastic kids their own age. We incorporate many fun activities, drills and games designed to promote understanding and mastery of the art as well as its disciplines, history and culture all while encouraging good character and healthy living. The camps are Mon through Fri, 9am to 1pm. June 6-10 and July 11-15.

Learners Chess Academy Camps, 532 Adams NE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505681-8951; Email: learnerschess@gmail.com; Web site: learnerschess.org; Contact: Victor Lopez, Executive Director. Learners uses the game of chess to teach kids intellectual, social and leadership skills for success in school and in life. Our week-long half or full day camps immerse kids in fun interactive and prize

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earning activities that all revolve around the learning the game of chess. There is a recess in the morning and afternoon and plenty of time to play chess and bughouse. Ages 6-14 are welcome to come mornings (8:30am-noon), afternoons (1-4:30pm), or full days, (8:30am-4:30pm). Before and after care is available.

Camps available every week of the summer starting June 6. Camps available in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho.

LearningRx One on One Brain Training, 7120 Wyoming Blvd., Ste. 16, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-856-1596; Email: dfiabq@learningrx.net; Web site: learningrx.com/albuquerque-northeast; Contact: Kristen Dickey, Director. One on one brain training to help target weak areas in the learning process. Individualized programs run year round for Reading, Math, Comprehension, focus and attention. Summer is a great time to get your student ready for the next school year.

Lil’ Kickers Summer Camp, 1311 Cuesta Arriba Ct., Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505266-3653; Email: jeremiah@internationalindoor.com; Web site: internationalindoor.com; Contact: Jeremiah Pena, Program Director. Lil’ Kickers is more than just a great soccer program for kids. Our balanced and creative approach to coaching has 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.

Lil' Squirrels Preschool, 7411 Hancock Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-2282883; Email: aboggs95@yahoo.com; Web site: lilsquirrels.com; Contact: Amanda Boggs, Director. We are a year round program, accepting ages 3 months to 11 years in the summer! We offer a sibling discount! Our summer program includes field trips and special activities! Each week we have a different theme.

It could be: sports week, wild animals, space, etc. We do 2-3 field trips in the summer including a fun trip to the zoo! Our center is open 7am-6pm. We look forward to working with all of our new families!

Little Gym of ABQ: Super Kid’s Quest & Gymnastics Skill Thrill Camps, 8201 Golf Course Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-897-0496; Email: tlgalbuquerquenm@thelittlegym.com; Web site: thelittlegym.com/Albuquerquenm; Contact: Carol Million or Deidra Gallegos , Owners. Whether you're looking for

the perfect summer quest for your little adventurer or a way for your child to perfect some seriously thrilling gymnastics skills, The Little Gym Summer Camps have something for everyone! Plus, flexible scheduling options allow you to schedule several weeks, a single week or even just a day at a time!

Liz Sanchez Stables Horse Camp, 7622 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107.

Phone: 505-898-1810; Web site: lizsanchezstables.com; Contact: Liz Sanchez.

Weekly Trot to the Top Summer Riding Camp sessions–better than ever!

Sessions are Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, June 8-Aug 8. Extended hours available for additional fee. Children ages 5-15 come for a week or for the summer! Liz says, “It’s all about kids. They learn to be the best they can be.” Monday is Registration Day. Campers receive T-shirts & water bottles. Thursday is Photo Day. We are starting a Photo CD/Book for ongoing students as a history of their horseriding. Friday is Horse Show & Grooming Contest Day. At lunchtime campers relax in the whirlpool. At week’s end there’s a Graduation Ceremony & certificates are passed out. Quality before/after care available. Kids can give the horses a bubble bath! Group & private riding lessons available year round for all ages. Learn how to care, groom, communicate & ride. English & Western style available. Also bareback for balance. Riders progress at own pace and are placed in groups according to skill level. Visa/Mastercard accepted. “This is the place where people dream and horses fly.”

Mama's Minerals Annual Kids' Summer Camp, 800 20th St. NW, Ste. B, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-266-8443; Email: info@mamasminerals.com; Web site: mamasminerals.com/KidsClasses; Contact: Amanda, Class Coordinator. Summer is the time to Learn and Explore at Mama's Minerals! Now offering kids' classes and half-day summer camps for children ages 6 and up. Choose from Geology, Paleontology, Jewelry Making, and Beaded Macramé classes. Each class only $15 or less! Sessions run June-August.

Manzano Day School’s Summer Discovery Program, 1801 Central Ave. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-6659, x307; Email: klaffler@manzanodayschool.org; Web site: manzanodayschool.org; Contact: Keith Laffler, MDS Summer Discovery Program Director. June 6-July 15; Full Day Summer Program (Before and After Care Available). Mon-Fri from 9am-3pm, for ages 3 1/2-entering 5th Grade.

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Discovery offers students the chance to take part in cooking, gardening, art, movement and dance, all while studying countries from around the world! Join us on this journey as students–Explore: weekly field trips, special presentations and “Wet Water Wednesdays” allow students the opportunity to explore, play, and have fun! Learn: Focused academic activities offer your child the chance to enhance their skills throughout the summer, keeping students sharp and ready for the next school year! Create: Our new playwriting focus for entering 4th and 5th graders gives students the chance to collaborate with others while writing and performing a play of their own design. Register online now! Members of the ISAS (Independent Schools Association of the Southwest) and NAIS (National Association of Independent Schools).

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History’s Science is Everywhere Camp, 601 Eubank Blvd. SE, Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-245-2137, X103; Email: info@nuclearmuseum.org; Web site: nuclearmuseum.org; Contact: Jennifer Hayden, Director of PR & Marketing. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History hosts its "Science is Everywhere" Summer Camps, May 31 through Aug 5, for children ages 6-13. These week-long sessions include camps such as "Movie Magic," "Heroes from Olympus," "Rockets," "Spy Kids," "Fact or Fairytale," and many more. Camps run Mon through Fri, 9am-4pm, with before and after care at 8am, ending at 5pm. Online registration is required, and camp sessions cost $275.

New Mexico Jazz Workshop’s Creative Arts Camp, 5500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-255-9798; Email: edcoord@nmjazz.org; Web site: nmjazz.org; Contact: Sue, Education Coordinator. Creative Arts Camp is a day camp for children entering grades 1-6. Session A is June 6-17, and Session B is June 20-July 1. During each two-week session, kids develop creative expression through the fine arts. Classes include dance, drama, studio art, jam band, capoeira and much more!! Come join us for a summer of creative discoveries!

Early bird registration (through March 31) is $325. Regular registration is $340.

Scholarships and sibling discounts available.*For more information give us a call or visit our Web site. Camp will be held at Montessori of the Rio Grande Charter School, 1650 Gabaldon Dr. NW in Abq. New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science’s Young Explorers Summer Science Camp, 1801 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone:

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505-841-2861; Email: programs.NMMNHS@state.nm.us; Web site: nmnaturalhistory.org/young-explorers-summer-camp.html; Contact: Deb Novak. Attention Young Explorers! Experience an adventure with the Museum of Natural History and Science this summer! Explore space, clamber up mountains, climb volcanoes, dig fossils, and hike forest trails with experienced instructors. Discover the biology, geology, paleontology, climate, and ecology of our state. Create art through natural exploration and experience the outdoors. Aftercare available until 5pm for an additional fee. Weeklong, full-day or half-day camps, for children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade. Discounts for members and early registration! Scholarships.

New Mexico Sports & Wellness’s Summer Blast! Camp, 7120 Wyoming NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-857-0123; Email: skouri@wellbridge.com; Web site: SportsandWellness.com; Contact: Suzi Kouri, Regional Director, Youth Programs.

Ages: 3-15; non-members welcome. Dates: May 31-Aug 12; Hours: 9am-4:30pm with free extended before and after care available. Activities: Join us at Blast! camp; Summer starts here, stays here, plays here! From sport specific training and 2 hours of swimming each day, to arts & crafts and just plain fun- we have something for every age, interest and skill level. Activities include: swimming lessons, personal training, tennis lessons, basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, arts & crafts, weekly field trips and special events. Costs: Register on or before March 31 for $160/week; Register on or after April 1: Member: $170/week. Non-member: $190/week. Counselors are CPR/AED certified.

Brochure Available.

New Mexico Young Actors’ Summer Theater Workshop, 2701 San Pedro Dr. NE, Ste. 21, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-821-8055; Email: nmyoungactors@gmail.com; Web site: nmyoungactors.org; Contact: Paul Bower, Executive Director. New Mexico Young Actors offers a summer theater workshop June 6–30 for ages 9-19.

The Musical Theater class is Mon through Thurs, 1-3:30pm, and the Introduction to Drama class (Drama I) is Mon through Thurs, 3:30-5:30pm. Students can register for one or both! Programs culminate with a public performance on June 30. The classes will be taught by Paul Bower, Executive Director of NMYA (music and acting) and Josh Megill (choreography), a competitive dancer with Fishback Studio, and veteran actor with NMYA. Prices: $400-$575.

Opera Unlimited’s Day Camp, 13512 Osage Orange Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87111.

Phone: 505-822-0849; Email: choffman9@comcast.net; Web site: opera-unlimited.com; Contact: Cy Hoffman, Director. Give your kids a quality summer experience. A summer opera day camp that culminates in fully-staged public performances of Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado. Camp is weekday afternoons, 1-4pm, from June 6-July 8; performances July 8-9. For children from elementary thru high school. Only $75 for the entire camp. For information or to register please contact Cy Hoffman.

Painted Iguana Art Classes: Painting Picasso Art, 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906 or 505-796-0601; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Web site: paintediguana.com; Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator. Come join our young painting Picassos because a painting we will 'Gogh' all summer long! Fill your home with art created on canvas by your 6-16 year old child. Children attend once a week for a two week session, and take home a painted canvas. Sketching skills are included, color mixing, and more.

Sessions begin the week of June 6. Attend one session or all four two-week sessions. Art is the adventure children never want to end, and we have great views to inspire us. Our classes are fun, and our supplies & instruction are the best!

Painted Iguana Art Studio is the place young artists can create year round.

Summer program cost: $30 per painting class/$60 for each session. We need two weeks to complete a painting. Register early for available space beginning March 1. Rates & class times available on the Web site.

Pathways Academy Summer Program, 1776 Montano Rd. NW, Bldg. 2, Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Phone: 505-341-0555; Email: briget@pathwaysacademynm.org; Web site: pathwaysacademynm.org; Contact: Briget Trujillo, Executive Administrative Assistant. Small teacher to student ratio normally 1:8. ACA accredited program for kids who are Autistic or on the spectrum or for those who suffer severe behavioral issues such as OCD, ADD, and ADHD. Summer program for ages 5-18. Fun summer recreational and academic activities. We offer full time summer program for all enrolled students. Summer programs begins on June 13 and concludes July 28. Please call for more detailed information or to register.

Performers Ballet & Jazz Company’s Summer Intensive, 8529 Indian School Rd., Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-506-9038; Email: wendy@theperformers.org; Web site: theperformers.org; Contact: Stina Paulsen, Workshop Coordinator. Performers Ballet & Jazz Company’s annual summer dance intensive offers intensive training and rigorous schedule of classes taught by master teachers. Ballet, pointe, jazz, and contemporary dance. Pre-professional and professional dancers are challenged and inspired.

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Albuquerque PLAY Conservatory’s Summer Program, Abq, NM. Email: jonathan@playconservatory.org; Web site: playconservatory.org; Contact: Jonathan Dunski, Producing Artistic Director. PLAY Conservatory will present an immersive production of the spectacular musical Children of Eden, performed simultaneously in American Sign Language and spoken English, on July 27-31, at the Hiland Theater, as the culmination of a 5-week summer theatre project. Through hands-on learning, students will study all aspects of Theatre, including performance (acting, singing, dancing, puppetry), design & stagecraft (costumes, sets, props, lighting, sound), stage management, and audience development (marketing, box office, fundraising). In addition, students are trained in both American Sign Language (ASL) and non-violent conflict resolution. The Children of Eden project will be in rehearsals for 5-weeks during June and July to present a total of seven performances, over two weekends. Auditions will be held on March 5 and May 14. Auditions are open to both hearing and deaf actors ages 7 to adult. The 5-week day camp will be in rehearsal at the Hiland Theater, Mon through Fri, 1pm to 5:30pm, starting June 27. In addition, a special 2-week program focusing on puppetry and movement will be offered for children ages 6 through 13; these students will also perform in the show.

Rainmakers’ Dirty Hands Camp, 5014 4th St. NW, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505514-9210; Email: rainmakersnm@gmail.com; Web site: dirtyhandscamp.wix.com/home; Contact: Gina Pacquet, Camp Administrator.

Dirty Hands Camp is an arts & gardening centric day program for elementary age students. Our 2016 curriculum is rooted in Permaculture Principles–with special focus on chickens in the garden. The camp culminates in the construction of a chicken coop, including painting murals to adorn it. Our focus is hands-on, exploring natural materials, in building, tending the garden, and the arts. Camp runs June 13-July 22; Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm (with before and after care available at an additional cost, and with pre-registration), and meets on the lush campus of Mountain Mahogany Community School (near 4th and Griegos). $120/week per child. Sibling and early registration discounts available. As a small non-profit, we must meet a minimum enrollment of 13 students per week to run the camp—weeks may be cancelled if the minimum enrollment numbers are not met. Register online.

St. John's UMC Faith Quest, 2626 Arizona NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-8839717 X133; Contact: Brandie Spletzer; Email: bspletzer@stjohns-abq.org. Learn to follow Jesus! John’s United Methodist Church is hosting a Faith Quest full of fun for children ages 3 through rising 6th grade. Faith Quest will be held June 13-17, 9am-12:30pm. Each day, kids get to dive into their Bibles, and learn how to trust in God, be humble leaders, and help others! We sing, create, craft, and play while learning how to have a closer relationship with Jesus! Lunch and snacks are included. ( Get S.M.A.R.T. Camp is July 13-17 as a separate program.)

Faith Quest is free! Enrollment is limited and fills up quickly. Register online at: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/sjumcmm/event/770021/.

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St. John's UMC Get S.M.A.R.T. Camp, 2626 Arizona NE, Abq, NM 87110.

Phone: 505-883-9717 X137; Contact: Pauleta Hendrickson, Coordinator for Children's Music; Email: newsound@stjohns-abq.org. Our annual Summer Music, Art, Rhythm and Theater (SMART) Camp at St. John's United Methodist Church is July 18-22. The camp is for rising 1st–6th graders and is open to the community. (Children must be 6 years old prior to Sept. 1, 2016.) The camp hours are 9am-1pm. After-care is available for a small additional fee, pre-registration is required. (Faith Quest is June 13-17, 2016 as a separate program.) During the day the children follow a rotating schedule of sessions in various musical activities, including vocal, instrumental, creative movement, drama and art. During the week, children prepare a musical, to be presented at the end of camp on Friday. This year we are exploring OT Heroes and Sidekicks through Biblical stories and song! Register early; reduced rates end June 20! Enrollment is limited and camp fills up quickly. Register online at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/sjumcmm/event/770022/.

St. Luke Preschool, 9100 Menual Blvd. NE, Abq NM 87112. Phone: 505-292-8812; Email: stlukesc@thuntek.net; Web site: stlukepreschool.org; Contact: Lori Erven, Director. Ages: 2-6; Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:5 for 2 year olds; 1:6 for 3 year olds; 1:9 for 4 year olds. Hours: 7am-6pm. Accredited by: NAEYC. St. Luke Preschool is licensed through the NM CYFD. In addition, we are accredited through NAEYC. NAEYC-accredited programs demonstrate a commitment to excellence in early childhood education. Celebrating 60 years, St. Luke Preschool offers an exceptional program including before and after care. St. Luke is faith-based, welcoming families from all expressions of faith. Summer Camp is organized in 3, 3 week sessions: Session 1: 5/31-6/17 Dinosaurs Roar; Session 2: 6/20-7/8 God's Creation VBS; Session 3: 7/11-7/29 Ocean Commotion with the option of Kindergarten Jump Start for 5 and 6 year olds. Also registering for the 2016-2017 school year. continued on page 62

Dates: Session 1: June 6-17, Session 2: June 20-July 1 Time: 9 am - 3 pm, After-camp care available.

Location: Montessori of the Rio Grande, 1650 Gabaldon NW, ABQ Early Bird Cost: $325 thru 3/31/16, $340 after 4/1/16 Discount available for siblings.

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Sandia Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy (SAGA) Summer-Sault Day Camp, 2832 Girard Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-884-6949; Email: info@sagagym.com; Web site: sagagymnastics.com. Summer-Sault Day Camp provides a safe, fun environment for kids ages 6-12! Field trips, arts and crafts, swimming, games, laughter, and especially gymnastics, all under the watchful eyes of our great camp counselors! Weekly sessions begin May 31. Scheduled activities are from 9am to 4:30pm. Extended care available each day from 7:30am until 6pm for an additional fee. Registration opens March 7. For more info please call. Register early. Last year’s camp sold out!

Sandia Golf Club Junior Golf Programs-Camps, Leagues, & Cubs, 30 Rainbow Rd., Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505-798-3990; Web site: sandiagolf.com; Contact: Matt Molloy, Director of Golf. Sandia Golf Club offers a variety of opportunities for Juniors to get involved in the game of golf. 4 day golf camps, a weekly afterschool junior golf league, and an introductory weekend program are offered. The programs offer instruction from PGA Golf Professionals in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Golf clubs are available to use for newcomers!

Sandia Preparatory School’s SummerPrep, 532 Osuna Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505-338-3045. Email: summerprep@sandiaprep.org; Web site: sandiaprep.org; Contact: Andrew O'Cleireachain, SummerPrep Director.

SummerPrep, Sandia Prep’s acclaimed summer program, offers more than 90 academic, arts and sports camps for all students entering PreK through 12th grade. New camp offerings include Minecraft, Star Wars: Jedi Training, Ballet, and two full theater productions: Disney's Beauty and the Beast JR. & Shrek the Musical JR. Returning favorites are Hogwarts School, Weird & Wacky Science, and Filmmaking. SummerPrep 2016 takes place June 6–July 15. Catalog available online and in print. To request your catalog, call or email.

SpringStone Montessori Schools, Abq and Rio Rancho, NM. Web site: springstonekids.com. Nationally accredited schools accepting children infant–6 years. Schools are open Mon-Fri, 6:30am–6pm. Four state-of-the-art facilities: N. Abq Acres–7940 Carmel Ave NE, 505-821-8181; UNM Area–1615 Randolph Ct. SE, 505-242-1234; Paradise Hills–4598 Paradise Blvd. NW, 505-897-8111; Rio Rancho–2441 Grande SE, 505-994-8111. Enrichment Programs.

Stone Age Climbing Gym Summer Camps, 4130 Cutler Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-341-2016; Email: Climb@StoneAgeGym.com; Web site: ClimbStoneAge.com. Experience the adventure of rock climbing at our Spider Monkeys or Wall Crawlers Climbing Camps this summer! Our 1:5 instructor to student ratio insures that your child will receive personal attention to help them learn the basics of climbing in a fun and supportive setting. Spider Monkeys is for kids ages 7 to 11 with a cost of $219.95. Our more advanced Wall Crawlers program is for ages 11 to 13 with a cost of $199.95 and includes a Tram ride and outdoor field trip to the Crest on the final day. There are eight sessions scheduled for our Spider Monkeys program. Choose from either a 9am to noon session or 1pm to 4pm session. Spider Monkeys Camp dates are June 6–17, June 20–July 1, July 11–22, & July 25–Aug 5; campers meet Mon, Wed and Fri for either the morning or afternoon session. We have two Wall Crawlers camps scheduled for the older kids; choose from either June 7–16 or July 19–28.

These two week programs meet on Tues and Thurs from 9am to noon for the first 3 sessions with a full day field trip outdoors on the final day, 9am to 4pm.

Sun Country PGA’s Junior Golf Tour, 2316 Southern Blvd. Ste. D, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Phone: 505-897-0864; Email: brian@suncountrygolfhouse.com; Web site: SunCountryJuniorTour.com; Contact: Brian Rich, Player Development Manager. The Sun Country Junior Tour is a recreational golf tour for juniors ages 7-18. The tournament schedule begins May 31 and runs until Aug. 10.

Tournaments are hosted all over New Mexico and the El Paso area. Many type of formats and venues to play for players of all skill levels.

Shepherd Lutheran School’s Summer Science Camp, 3900 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-292-6622; Email: school@shepherdlutheran.comcastbiz.net; Web Auggie, 7, and Anya, 8, make disappearing baking-soda ice castles at Manzano Day School's Summer Discovery Program. Courtesy photo. site: shepherdlutheran.org; Contact: Mr. Al Karnopp. June 20-24, 8am-noon, $50 per child. Photo by Keith Laffler.

Sunset Mesa School Summer Zone, 3020 Limited space! Reserve your spot today! Join Morris NE, Abq NM 87111. Phone: 505-298-7626; the fun of learning, experimenting and expanding your knowledge!

Email: laura.maricle@sunset-mesa.com; Web site: sunset-mesa.com; Contact: Laura Maricle, Curriculum and Activities Coordinator. Enter the "Frolic Zone" for preschoolers, with classes such as Creative Kids, Gardening Adventures, Super Sol Acting Academy’s Acting For Stage & Screen Summer Camps, 5500 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-881-0975; Email: info@solactScientists, and Around the World in Twenty Days. “Frolic Zone" classes for eleing.com; Web site: solacting.com; Contact: Jodi Lynn Thomas, Office Manager. mentary students include Cooking & Crafts around the Country, World Sol Acting Academy's summer programs run June through August for children Adventures, Explorations Using Technology, and Sports, Health, Fun & Sun. Join and teens ages 5-16. Featuring week long camps focused on acting for Stage & the "Focus Zone" for all of the basics with lots of fun! Brush up your academic Screen, musicals, improv and more! Come learn essential life skills like reading skills with engaging explorations that reinforce math, writing, phonics, reading comprehension, creative expression, leadership, teamwork and more in a fun, and spelling. "Summer Zone" runs June 6-July 1. Preschool and elementary supportive atmosphere! morning and afternoon classes available. Preschool all-day classes available.

Ages 3 years-5th grade. Children enrolled for a full day should bring snack, lunch and drinks. Extended daycare available before and after classes.

Sophrosyne Adventure Camp, 429 Schulte Rd. NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107.

Phone: 505-269-8205; Email: info@sophrosynenm.com; Web site: SophrosyneNM.com; Contact: Jon Dellios or Shana Lane, Owner/Instructors, Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-307-4170; Contact: Sophrosyne Adventure Camp offers teens ages 12–17 the opportunity to explore Sandra Akkad, Founder. Web site: mytutorme.com. Tutor-Me is a premiere less-traditional camp activities such as yoga and nutrition, as well as experience learning center that offers a hands-on approach when helping students. We environmental science as we hike or bike through the Bosque. Great for teen stimulate & motivate while enriching and helping our students. Tutor-Me proathletes who want some new fitness opportunities or those teens that just want vides a safe, conducive, and nurturing environment. We specialize in grades to add a little outdoor adventure to their summer. Each day also includes K–12. We offer classes in Math, English, Science, standardized testing, PSAT, options such as racquet sports, swimming, cooking, gardening, arts/crafts, and ACT, SAT and more. We also have classes in Spanish, French and Arabic. We more. Sophrosyne boys’ session–July 18-22; Sophrosyne girls’ session–July 25-29. offer a free trial. Check us out on Facebook at facebook.com/mytutorme.

Hours: 9am–4pm. Cost: $265 per session.

Register now for our fun STEM summer camps and classes.

Southwest Child Care Early Learning Centers, 4802 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 2626 Texas St NE, 11800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-296-3121; Email: cc@swchildcare.com; Web site: swchildcare.com. We serve children ages 6 weeks-12 years; we are open Mon-Fri, 6:30am-6pm at our Wyoming location, 5am-6:30pm at our Lomas location, and 24 hours 7 days a week at our Uptown location. We are a Licensed, 5-Star, Nationally Accredited program.

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UNM Children's Campus: Elementary School Summer Camp, 1210 University Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-277-3365; Email: weecare@unm.edu; Web site: childcare.unm.edu; Contact: Tatiana Sedillo. Join us for a variety of exciting two-week, full-day, camp sessions for children ages 5 through 10 (children must have completed Kindergarten to be eligible to participate)! We are a licensed 5-star facility that is nationally recognized and accredited through NAEYC. Camps run each day from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm with before and

Albuquerque after camp care available for an additional fee. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are included in the program fee. All campers receive a camp t-shirt, hat, and water bottle, and are eligible to participate in our end-of-summer camp-out Aug 5-6. If your child has completed the 4th grade and is currently enrolled at the UNMCC or is a returning UNMCC camper, ask us about our UNMCC Lobo Leader Program.

UNM Children's Campus: Mid School Summer Camp, 1210 University Blvd.

NE, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505-277-3365; Email: weecare@unm.edu; Web site: childcare.unm.edu; Contact: Tatiana Sedillo. Join us for a variety of exciting two-week, full-day, camp sessions for children ages 11 through 14 (children must have completed 6th grade to be eligible to participate!) We are a licensed 5-star facility that is nationally recognized and accredited through NAEYC. Camps run each day from 8:30am-4:30pm with before and after camp care available for an additional fee. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are included in the program fee. All campers receive a camp t-shirt, hat, and water bottle, and are eligible to participate in an overnight camp-out at the end of each two-week camp.

UNM Continuing Education Youth Program, 1634 University Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87131. Phone: 505-277-0077; Email: akgreene@unm.edu; Web site: ce.unm.edu/youth; Contact: Amy Greene, Youth Program Supervisor. Launch a lifetime love of learning with the Youth Program at UNM Continuing Education!

We offer engaging, hands-on classes and camps led by expert educators for ages 5-17, all year round! We have over 100 camps to choose from in the summer, ranging from STEM to creativity to fitness, with unique on-campus college & career camps for teens too! Class and camp times, locations, and schedules vary, so please review online or call to find the best fit for your family.

UNM Recreational Services’ R.A.D Recreational Activities Day Camp, Rm. 1102, UNM Johnson Center, Abq, NM 87131. Phone: 505-277-0178; Email: lisaro@unm.edu; Web site: recsvces.unm.edu; Contact: Lisa Romero, Program Coordinator. Five sessions starting May 31-July 29, Ages 8-12. Sign up for this fun and exciting day camp on UNM Campus! Campers enjoy sports, teamwork activities, games, recreation, leadership exercises, arts & crafts, swimming, field trips and lots of fun! Before and after care options available. Prices range from $90 for a 4-day camp session without lunch, to a 10-day session including lunch for $270. Discounts apply for booking multiple sessions.

UNM Women’s Basketball: Yvonne Sanchez Basketball Camp, 1111 University Blvd. SE, Abq. NM 87131. Phone: 505-925-5772; Email: abeggin@unm.edu; Web site: coachyvonnesanchez.com; Contact: Assistant Coach, Amy Beggin. At Yvonne Sanchez Basketball camp, you get the full game experience. Each camper receives coaching from current Lady Lobo players and coaches during stations, contests and games! Each camper also receives a camp t-shirt. June 1316 Individual Camp: 9am-noon for girls ages 8-18 @ Rudy Davalos Center and the Pit, Cost: $175. June 20-22: Team Camp for High School Teams. June 23-25: Elite Camp (Advanced Skills Camp for High School aged players) Cost: $175 for day campers/ $285 for overnight campers.

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YMCA of Central New Mexico’s Best Summer Ever!, 4901 Indian School Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-265-6971; Web site: ymcacnm.org; Email: kstallard@ymcacnm.org; Contact: Susan Bapty, School Age Director. Give your kids the best summer ever! The Y youth programs provide your kids with experience, friendships, accomplishments and belonging in an environment based on the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Summer Day Program, 7am-6pm, ages 5-12, open 5/31-8/5. Camp Shaver Resident Camp: weekly sessions, ages 7-15, 6/5-8/6. Summer Sports Leagues, competitive & noncompetitive, ages 3-17, 6/4-8/6. Join a volleyball or basketball league. Attend a Baseball Training Academy. The Y offers Itty Bitty sports for ages 3-4. See our Ad in this issue.

Zia Soccer League Summer Camps: Challenger Sports & British Soccer, 9501 Indian School Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-292-9774; Email: info@ziasoccer.org; Web site: ziasoccer.org; Contact: Chrystee Agan, Administrative Director. Zia Soccer League & Challenger Sports have once again teamed up to bring British Soccer Camps to the youth of Abq! These one-weeklong, daytime camps are run by experienced youth soccer coaches who travel from the UK in order to offer children ages 3 to 14 the unique opportunity to develop their skills and confidence with a truly international experience, right here in the Land of Enchantment! There will be two camps this year, with the first one to be held the week of June 20-24, and the second from July 25-29.

Both camps will be held at Snow Park, near the intersection of Indian School & Moon in NE Abq. Register online or call for information.

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