SEPTEMBER

Sebastian Kramer and Joshua Medina
(ages 8 & 7) with their wallets made
from recycled orange juice cartons

New! Indicates an activity for Parents. Events are free or included with admission unless otherwise noted.

Wednesday, September 1

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Toddler Tunes

Sing old favorites and learn some new ones. Experiment with percussion instruments.
Los Alamos Family Strength Network, 1990 Diamond Drive in Los Alamos, 662-4515.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Cookies and juice follow.
Borders Books, Music & Café, 500 Montezuma Avenue, 954-4707.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Specialists are onsite to help answer parenting questions and develop effective parenting strategies. The Wednesday Specialist is a licensed family and child therapist.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Music Makers

Craft wind chimes, drums and other instruments from objects found in nature.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Thursday, September 2

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time

Snacks provided. Bring a friend.
Borders Books, Music & Café, 3513 Zafarano Drive, 474-9450.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Recycled Art

Take the leftovers of life and turn them into artistic masterpieces.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Friday, September 3

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

A special time for children under 5 to enjoy exhibits and hands-on activities. Play dress-up, dance and get your face painted. Today: Annie Rose, the Flower Fairy.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

2:30 -4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Alternating each Friday between painting and drawing mediums. Explore art-making using pastels, acrylics and inks.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Saturday, September 4

10 a.m.-Noon

Fall Guided Hike

The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center staff leads group on a nature hike, interpreting the flora, fauna and general ecology of the Sandia Mountains. Call for details and location of today’s hike.
Sandia Mountain Natural History Center, (505) 281-5259.

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Fiesta de los Niños: A Children’s Celebration

Learn about Spanish colonial history, try on historic costumes and build your own miniature adobe house. Storytellers and costumed villagers, burros, goats and sheep, magicians and miniature horses. Games, crafts and entertainment for the whole family. Call for prices; children under 13 free.
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261.

10 a.m. TO 4 p.m.

Cleveland Millfest

Artists, native foods and baked goods, dance exhibitions and musical entertainment. Three mill tours daily. Free with $1 parking; nominal fee for mill museum.
Cleveland, 2 miles NW of Mora, on Hwy 518. Call for directions and tour times. (575) 387-2645.

1-4 p.m.

Solar Cooking

What’s ready in the garden? Sizzle it by the sun’s rays, then eat it.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Sunday, September 5

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fiesta de los Niños: A Children’s Celebration

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas. See September 4 listing.

2-4 p.m.

Beautiful Glass Jewelry and the Science of Glass

Design and create a pin or pendant with small pieces of colored glass while learning about how glass is made. This project needs to be fired so pieces must be picked up at the museum the following week. Recommended for children five and up.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

5 SUNDAY, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cleveland Millfest

Cleveland. See September 4 listing.

Monday, September 6

6:45-11 a.m.

Inaugural Santa Fe Trail Run

Proceeds will benefit the Carlos Gilbert Elementary Physical Education Program. 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run in downtown Santa Fe. The 1 Mile Fun Run is perfect for families.
Call for exact time and location or to sign up. 690-4428.

7:45-11 a.m.

4th Annual Hearts for Honduras Run

Presented by Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Community and Mission Honduras Group. 5K and 10K Runs at 8 a.m., Kids 1K race at 9:30 a.m. Entertainment and light breakfast. Overall and age group awards, goodie bags to first 150 entrants. Proceeds benefit Mission Honduras Group.
Santa Maria De La Paz Catholic Community, 11 College Way, 670-2801.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Labor Day Train

A fun family ride to Lamy. Enjoy lunch (either purchase or bring your own picnic) and join in with live music in the park. Call for prices.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 Guadalupe Street, 989-8600.

Tuesday, September 7

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Stories, songs, finger games, puppets and crafts. Ages 2-5.
La Farge Library, 1730 Llano Street, 955-4863.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

8-9 p.m.

Backyard Astronomy

Enjoy a live presentation in the planetarium followed by an outdoor viewing of the night sky, if weather permits. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; SFCC students, employees and planetarium members free.
Santa Fe Community College Planetarium, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.

Wednesday, September 8

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955-2828. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Word Art

Make bold, playful stenciled art celebrating the power of the word.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Thursday, September 9

9:30-11 a.m.

Babes in the Woods

Easy and engaging outdoor walk on kid-friendly trails. Preregistration required.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

3-9 p.m.

86th Annual Burning of Zozobra

Entertainment at 3 p.m., burning at dusk. $10 in advance; $15 at venue. Children under 10 free. No parking at venue; Park and Ride and special Railrunner train available. Call hotline for details.
Fort Marcy Park, 200 Murales Road, Zozobra hotline 660-1965.

4-6 p.m.

Pop-up Greetings

Make your own 3-dimensional greeting cards and send them to someone for a surprise.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Jane Henry (age 10)
loves her little hand-sewn
stuffed creature.

Emiliano Diaz (age 8)
concentrates on carving wood
while wearing the hat he knitted.

Friday, September 10

Friday, September 10 to Sunday, September 26

New Mexico State Fair

Closed Monday and Tuesday.
State Fair Grounds, Albuquerque, (505) 265-1791 or www.exponm.com for schedule information.

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Today: Shaving Cream Explorations.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library, 145 Washington Avenue. See September 7 listing.

Noon-1 p.m.

Official Opening of Fiesta de Santa Fe

The president of the Santa Fe Fiesta Council along with governmental officials welcome everyone to the Fiesta celebration. Go to www.santafefiesta.org for full schedule and details.
Santa Fe Plaza, 204-1535.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

Saturday, September 11

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Mommy’s Market

Children’s consignment event. Buy and sell gently used children’s items. Maternity through children’s size 14, equipment, furniture and toys. 3:30-5 p.m. everything is half price. $1 admission.
3800 Eubank at Eubank and Montgomery, Albuquerque, www.MommysMarkets.com

9 a.m.

Desfile de Los Niños Fiesta Pet Parade

Starts at Paseo de Peralta and East Palace Avenue. See September 10 Fiesta listing.

**10 a.m.-Noon

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

1-4 p.m.

Cooking and Tasting from the Garden

What is the garden providing this week? Help turn the harvest into a delicious snack.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

1-5 p.m.

Teen Art Workshop

Presented by Fine Arts for Children and Teens (FACT). Today, Graphic Illustration - Creating a Character. Ages 13-18; $10.
FACT, 1516 Pacheco Street, 992-2787.

5-9 p.m.

Fiesta Barbecue Train

Ride to Lamy and enjoy a Fiesta themed barbecue dinner in the park around a campfire. Live Spanish music. Call for prices.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 Guadalupe Street, 989-8600.

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Amphibians and Reptiles

Hands-on presentation including slide show and live animals, featuring snakes and lizards.
Villanueva State Park, North of Santa Fe on I-25. Free with entrance fee. Call for directions. (575) 421-2957.

Sunday, September 12

1 p.m.

Desfile de la Gente Historical/Hysterical Parade

Paseo de Peralta, De Vargas Mall. See September 10 Fiesta listing.

2-4 p.m.

World in a Water Drop

Learn about the world of microscopic creatures while observing them on a large screen.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Tuesday, September 14

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, September 15

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

10:30-Noon

Toddler Crafts

Seasonal craft activities.
Los Alamos Family Strength Network, 1990 Diamond Drive in Los Alamos, 662-4515.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Continuous Line Drawing

Create a bold, black line drawing and fill in your page with watercolor.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Thursday, September 16

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

4-6 p.m.

Self-Portrait Drawing

Drawing your face while looking in the mirror is an exciting challenge. Have fun drawing self-portraits.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

6-7 p.m.

Parent Education Night

“Fall is for Planning: Garden Design for Children” with Nate Downey, author of the new book “Harvest the Rain: How to Enrich Your Life by Seeing Every Storm as a Resource.”
Little Earth School, 321 W. Zia Road, 988-1968.

8-9 p.m.

Echoes of the Night

Featuring a selection of Native American stories. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; SFCC students, employees and planetarium members free.
Santa Fe Community College Planetarium, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.

Friday, September 17

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Seed Art

Create wonderful winter crafts including cards and decorations.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Saturday, September 18

10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Renaissance Fair

Family games, sword fighting, Celtic games, belly dancing, flamenco and other live entertainment, including Clan Tynker. Dress in costume and compete in costume contest. Call for prices; children under 5 free.
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261.

1-4 p.m.

Abstract Mobiles

Based on the work of Alexander Calder and our own inventive nature, artists will create abstract mobiles with poster board and wire.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Sunday, September 19

10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Renaissance Fair

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas. See September 18 listing.

Noon-5 p.m.

Fall Festival

Pumpkin lanterns, fall wreaths, bird feeders, lavender bath salts, corn husk dolls, apple tasting, pumpkin pancakes and raptors. Entertainment by Atomic Grass.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

1 p.m.

11th Annual YMCA Golf Classic

Fundraiser for the Santa Fe Family YMCA. Participate as player, sponsor or donor. Includes dinner and awards. Call for fees.
Black Mesa Golf Club, 115 State Road 399, 982-5030.

2-4 p.m.

Flowers, Folklorico and Flamenco

Dance performances with Los Niños de Santa Fe at 2 p.m. and The Maria Benitez Institute for Spanish Arts Youth Company at 3 p.m. By museum admission, NM residents with I.D. free on Sundays, youth 16 and under and Museum of New Mexico Foundation Members admitted free.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.

Tuesday, September 21

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, September 22

9-10 a.m.

Guided Tour

Little Earth School. RSVP. 321 W. Zia Road, 988-1968.

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Tempera and Salt

Come see what a wonderful texture is created when salt and tempera paint are combined.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Thursday, September 23

9:30-11 a.m.

Babes in the Woods

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 9 listing.

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

4-6 p.m.

Cooking in the Museum

Experience the step-by-step fun of making delicious treats with fresh produce of the season.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Friday, September 24

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Today: Play Dough. Crush, mold and create with the museum’s best home-made play dough.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Wax Resist Leaves

Make crayon rubbings of fall leaves, then add another dimension with watercolor.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

7 p.m.

Family Movie Night

“Earth,” rated G. Free popcorn, chocolate and juice.
Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon in Eldorado, 466-7323.

Friday 24, 8 p.m. to Saturday 25, 8 a.m.

Aquarium Overnight

Sleep next to the sharks at this family-friendly event. Learn interesting facts about ocean species and their nighttime behavior. Includes games, crafts, movies and more. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $30/person, reservations required.
Albuquerque Aquarium, 2601 Central Avenue, NW, (505) 848-7180.

Saturday, September 25

Dawn to Dusk

National Free Fishing Day

No license required for this day only. All fishing-folk are invited.
Tingley Beach, 1800 Tingley Drive in Albuquerque, (505) 248-8514.

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Monochromatic Art

Family program. Create art using only different shades of the same color. Free, for children ages 4 to 12 accompanied by an adult.
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson Street, 946-1037.

10 a.m.-Noon

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

10 a.m.-Noon

Open House

Little Earth School. RSVP. 321 W. Zia Road, 988-1968.

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fall Festival

Games & activities, balloon art, raffle and entertainment. Bubble Pit, Balloon Splash, Castle Jump, and cake walk. Free admission; tickets will be sold for games, activities & food.
E.J. Martinez Elementary School, 401 W. San Mateo, 467-3800.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fall Foliage Rocky Mountain Express

View the aspens and the San Juan/Rocky Mountains. Picnic lunch at Cumbres Pass included. Call for prices and directions.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Chama, (888) 286-2737.

1-4 p.m.

Child’s First Marionette

Make a simple string puppet and then bring it to life. A great way to spark your child’s imagination.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Sunday, September 26

2-4 p.m.

Fossils are Fun

Examine fossils and make a replica of a fossil using plaster of Paris.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Tuesday, September 28

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, September 29

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Bird Feeders

Feed your backyard friends with a homemade pine cone and suet bird feeders.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Thursday, September 30

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

4-6 p.m.

Corn Husk Dolls

Fashion a traditional or fanciful doll from corn-husks and yarn.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

OCTOBER

New! Indicates an activity for Parents. Events are free or included with admission unless otherwise noted.

Friday, October 1

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Today: Annie Rose, the Flower Fairy.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Traditions Transformed: The Artistry of Quilting

Quilt Fiesta presented by the Northern New Mexico Quilt Guild. Activities for children. Friday through Sunday; $3 per day or $5 for weekend pass.
Santa Fe Country Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, 3229 Rodeo Road, 470-2909.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

Aviva Nathan (age 6) working on a hat
on a knitting loom

Saturday, October 2

Saturday, October 2 to Sunday, October 10

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Weeklong fiesta with hot air balloons, fireworks and special activities. Today’s events include: 6:45 a.m. Opening Day Mass Ascension, 8 p.m. Twinkle Twinkle Glow and AfterGlow Fireworks Show.
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, (888) 422-7277 or www.balloonfiesta.com for a complete schedule of the weeklong fiesta.

Every Saturday in October, 10-11:30 a.m.

Opera Makes Sense

Toddlers ages 3 to 5 will explore the five senses through activities and games using opera’s many art mediums. Snacks provided. Adults may accompany their children and participate.Every Saturday in October; five sessions for $50. Registration required.
Stieren Hall on the Opera grounds, 946 2404.

10 a.m. -4 p.m.

Harvest Festival

Bring in the harvest with the villagers, crush grapes for wine by foot, watch burros grind sorghum for molasses, string colorful chile ristras. Music, dancing, food. Call for prices; Children under 5 free. Saturday and Sunday.
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261.

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Traditions Transformed: The Artistry of Quilting

Santa Fe Country Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. See October 1 listing.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fall Foliage Rocky Mountain Express

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. See September 25 listing.

1-4 p.m.

Beautiful Glass Jewelry and the Science of Glass

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 5 listing.

Sunday, October 3

All Day

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

5:45 a.m. Dawn Patrol Show, 6:45 a.m. Mass Ascension, 5:45 p.m. AfterGlow Fireworks Show.
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, (888) 422-7277 or www.balloonfiesta.com.

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Traditions Transformed: The Artistry of Quilting

Santa Fe Country Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. See October 1 listing.

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Harvest Festival

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas. Outdoor Mass and procession for San Isidro today. See October 2 listing.

Noon-5 p.m.

Grandparents’ Day

Enjoy bubble science, family scavenger hunt, accordion music, sock puppets, raptors and bake-your-own currant scones. Grandparents with their grandchildren get in free.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Tuesday, October 5

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, October 6

9-10 a.m.

Guided Tour

Little Earth School. See September 22 listing.

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Toddler Tunes

Los Alamos Family Strength Network. See September 1 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, October 7

All Day

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

6:45 a.m. Special Shape Rodeo. 5:45 p.m. Special Shape Glowdeo. 8 p.m. AfterGlow Fireworks Show.
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, (888) 422-7277 or www.balloonfiesta.com.

9:30-11 a.m.

Babes in the Woods

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 9 listing.

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

7-8 p.m.

Echoes of the Night

Santa Fe Community College Planetarium. See September 16 listing.

Friday, October 8

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

6:45 a.m. Special Shape Rodeo. 5:45 p.m. Special Shape Glowdeo. 8 p.m. AfterGlow Fireworks Show.
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, (888) 422-7277 or www.balloonfiesta.com.

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

7 p.m.

Family Movie Night

“The Wizard of Oz”; rated G.
Vista Grande Public Library. See September 24 listing.

Saturday, October 9

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

7 a.m. Mass Ascension. 5:45 p.m. Night Magic Glow. 8 p.m. AfterGlow Fireworks Show.
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, (888) 422-7277 or www.balloonfiesta.com.

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Anatomy of Comic Books: Hands-On Workshop

Family Program. Create your own superhero or superheroine while learning the basics of character design.
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. See September 25 listing.

10 a.m.-Noon

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

10 a.m. TO 2 p.m.

Harvest Festival at the Heritage Farm

Sample the fruits, vegetables, smells, tastes and sounds of the fall harvest. Find out how cider is made and sample cider pressed on-site. Docents will be stationed at kitchen garden, orchard, vineyard and house with demonstrations and interpretive activities, crafts and games; old-time bands will provide music. Call for admission prices.
Rio Grande Botanical Garden, 2601 Central Avenue, NW, Albuquerque, (505) 764-6200.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fall Foliage Rocky Mountain Express

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. See September 25 listing.

1-2 p.m.

Zoo to You

Interactive educational program about wildlife conservation. Get your hands on biofacts like animal bones, pelts, feathers and other items. Free with museum admission.
History Museum Classroom, 113 Lincoln Avenue, 476-5200.

1-4 p.m.

Felting Project

Make a felt globe out of wool in this fascinating hands-on art and science project.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

1-5 p.m.

Teen Art Workshop

Today, Radicals in their Time: Impressionist Inspired Painting.
FACT. See September 11 listing.

Sunday, October 10

7 a.m.

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Farewell Mass Ascension.
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, (888) 422-7277 or www.balloonfiesta.com.

10 a.m. TO 2 p.m.

Harvest Festival at the Heritage Farm

Rio Grande Botanical Garden. See October 9 listing.

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Annual Harvest Brunch

Fundraiser for Cooking With Kids (CWK). Enjoy food prepared by the CWK Super Chefs. $50 per person.
Salazar Elementary School cafeteria, 501 Airport Road, 438-0098

2-4 p.m.

Beautiful Glass Jewelry and the Science of Glass

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 5 listing.

Tuesday, October 12

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, October 13

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, October 14

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

7-8 p.m.

Ancient Skies: Stonehenge

The study of ancient peoples’ observation of the skies and its role in their culture. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; SFCC students, employees and planetarium members free.
Santa Fe Community College Planetarium, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.

Friday, October 15

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Today: Marble Painting. Combine the rolling motion of marbles with color to create unique works of art.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

Saturday, October 16

4-7 p.m.

Fam Jam Music Together

Music and movement event featuring local musicians and movement artists. Families move in and out of activities as needed. Light and healthy refreshments provided. $5 per family. RSVP appreciated: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Pink Church Art Center,1516 Pacheco Street, 466-6999.

Sunday, October 17

2-4 p.m.

Gak

Enjoy a tactile treat. Gak has a smooth texture that is irresistible to the touch and gobs of fun to play with!
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Tuesday, October 19

10 a.m.-Noon

Visitor Morning

Santa Fe Waldorf School, 26 Puesta del Sol, 467-6431.

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, October 20

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

10:30-Noon

Toddler Crafts

Los Alamos Family Strength Network. See September 15 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, October 21

9:30-11 a.m.

Babes in the Woods

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 9 listing.

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

4-6 p.m.

Symbolic Tin Work

Trace your hand and create your own symbols using tin, pencils and paint markers.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

6-7 p.m.

Parent Education Night

Challenges of Parenting with Deborah Wimberly, M.Ed., psychotherapist for children, adults and families.
Little Earth School. See September 16 listing.

7-8 p.m.

Theater in the Planetarium - La Llorona

This famous ghost from Spanish folklore is known throughout the world for her eerie, spine-chilling cries as she searches for her loved ones. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; SFCC students, employees and planetarium members free.
Santa Fe Community College Planetarium, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.

Friday, October 22

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Today: Hammer Time. Pound golf tees into foam blocks for fun and motor skill development.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

7-10 p.m.

Heron’s Haunted Hayride

Fourth annual event Halloween fun for the whole family. Games, costume contest, prizes, food and hayride through the Haunted Campground.
Heron Lake State Park, in Los Ojos, New Mexico. Free with park entrance fee. Call for directions. (575) 588-7470.

Friday, October 22 8 p.m. to Saturday, October 23 8 a.m.

Aquarium Overnight

Albuquerque Aquarium. See September 24 listing.

Saturday, October 23

10 a.m.-Noon

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

10 a.m.-Noon

Open House

Little Earth School. See September 25 listing.

Sunday, October 24

2-4 p.m.

Gems

Find out what makes a mineral crystal into a precious stone. Explore the variety and origin of gems.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Tuesday, October 26

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, October 27

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, October 27

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

Eli Feliciano (at age 12) drawing a self-portrait

Friday, October 29

Halloween Dance-a-thon Party

Fundraiser for scholarships and financial aid for Moving People Dance. Call for time and price. Moving People Dance Centre, 1583 Pacheco Street, 438-9180.

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Orange and Black Creations

Go crazy with October’s color combination.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

6-10 p.m.

Halloween Movie Night

Two Halloween movies, showing at 6 and 8, as well as a haunted house and costume contest, sponsored by the E.J. Martinez PTA. Concessions for sale. $2 admission.
E.J. Martinez Elementary School, 401 W. San Mateo, 467-3800.

Saturday, October 30

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Zoo Boo

A safe alternative for trick-or-treating. Games, Haunted Habitats, performances, costume parade, costume judging and sweet treats. Free admission for up to four children in costume with a paying adult ($7).
Rio Grande Zoo, 903 Tenth Street SW, Albuquerque, (505) 768-2000.

Noon-5 p.m.

Carlos Gilbert Elementary Halloween Carnival

Costume contest, games, prizes, haunted house, food, sweet shop, jumpers, big slide, entertainment, trick or treat, restaurant walk, raffles.
Corner of Griffin & Catron, 490-0391.

1-4 p.m.

Native American Inspired Masks

Make colorful masks inspired by the designs of Southwestern and Mesoamerican native peoples.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Sunday, October 31

1-4 p.m.

Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos

Decorate sugar skulls, make muertos nichos (memory boxes), eat pan de muerto, (sweet bread), enjoy live music and more. By museum admission, NM residents with I.D. free on Sundays, youth 16 and under and Museum of New Mexico Foundation Members admitted free.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.

2-4 p.m.

Glow-In-The-Dark Slime

Learn some slimy science and take home your own glow-in-the-dark goo.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

2-4:30 p.m.

Halloween Train

Short afternoon train ride to the Galisteo Basin Overlook and back. “Scary” stories. Wear a costume. Call for prices.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 Guadalupe Street, 989-8600.

NOVEMBER

New! Indicates an activity for Parents. Events are free or included with admission unless otherwise noted.

Tuesday, November 2

7:30 p.m.

Jigu

Thunder Drums of China. Presented by Aspen Santa Fe Ballet. Call for prices.
The Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W San Francisco Street, 988-1234.

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time Borders

Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, November 3

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

10:30-11:15a.m.

Toddler Tunes

Los Alamos Family Strength Network. See September 1 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, November 4

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

7-8 p.m.

Echoes of the Night

Santa Fe Community College Planetarium. See September 16 listing.

Friday, November 5

7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

School Closure Day Camp

Games, sports, swimming, ice skating and arts & crafts. Ages 6-12. $35.
Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3221 Rodeo Road. 955-4014 or 955-4005.

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Today: Annie Rose, the Flower Fairy.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

Saturday, November 6

10 a.m.-Noon

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Sunday, November 7

2-4 p.m.

Leather Craft

Stamp designs on leather and make leather coasters, bookmarks, bracelets, pet collars or pouches.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

Tuesday, November 9

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Sebastian (age 12) is happy
with his painted Hopi Gourd Rattle

Wednesday, November 10

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, Novmeber 11

7-8 p.m.

Theater in the Planetarium - Houdini: American Icon

Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; SFCC students, employees and planetarium members free.
Santa Fe Community College Planetarium, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.

Friday, November 12

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

5-9 p.m.

12th Annual Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival

Buy green holiday gifts; enjoy gallery-style juried Art Exhibit andjuried Student Art Exhibit. Trash Fashion and Costume contest at 7 p.m. Friday. $5 entrance fee Friday night plus $5 for a seat at the trash fashion show. Three-day event; free Saturday and Sunday. Under 12 free all weekend.
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, 1615 Paseo de Peralta, 603-0558.

7 p.m.

“Annie”

Performed by Pandemonium Productions, Santa Fe’s Youth Theatre. In tribute to the spirit of Annie, the first 100 children in the door are free at all shows the first weekend. Otherwise, Adults $10, children $6. Call 982-3327 for reservations.
James A. Little Theatre. 1060 Cerrillos Road, 920-0704.

7 p.m.

Family Movie Night

“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,” rated PG.
Vista Grande Public Library. See September 24 listing.

Saturday, November 13

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Haiku Writing for the Family

Family Program. Everyday objects and events will be looked at in different ways as you find new meanings through writing haiku.
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. See September 25 listing.

10 a.m.-Noon

All-School Open House

Santa Fe Waldorf School, 26 Puesta del Sol, 467-6431.

1-4 p.m.

Simple Printmaking

Explore the art of printmaking using scratch foam and geometric shape templates.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

1-5 p.m.

Teen Art Workshop

Today, Bind It! Book Art Sculpture and Collage.
FACT. See September 11 listing.

2 p.m.

“Annie”

James A. Little Theatre. See November 12 listing.

5-9 p.m.

12th Annual Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival

Free Saturday and Sunday. Under 12 free all weekend.
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe. See November 12 listing.

Sunday, November 14

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

12th Annual Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival

Free Saturday and Sunday. Under 12 free all weekend.
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe. See November 12 listing.

2 p.m.

“Annie”

James A. Little Theatre. See November 12 listing.

2-4 p.m.

Leather Craft

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See November 7 listing.

2-4 p.m.

Writing in the Galleries

With Santa Fe Poet Laureate Joan Logghe. By Museum Admission, NM residents with I.D. free on Sundays, children under 17 always free.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.

Tuesday, November 16

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, November 17

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Southside Library. See September 8 listing.

10:30-Noon

Toddler Crafts

Los Alamos Family Strength Network. See September 15 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, November 18

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

4-6 p.m.

Treasure Boxes

Create a special container for your favorite things, designed from all sorts of materials and a little love.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

6-7 p.m.

Parent Education Night

“Whole Brain Learning” with Maryann Moser, certified Brain Gym facilitator and elementary school teacher for 28 years.
Little Earth School. See September 16 listing.

Friday, November 19

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11-11:45 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

Main Library. See September 10 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

7 p.m.

“The Emperor’s New Clothes”

Presented by Southwest Children’s Theatre. This classic tale of hubris and humility will delight audiences of all ages. $10 general admission; $5 students 17 and under.
Santa Fe Playhouse, 142 E. De Vargas, 984-3055.

8 p.m. TO 20 SATURDAY, 8 a.m.

Aquarium Overnight

Albuquerque Aquarium. See September 24 listing.

Saturday, November 20

10 a.m.-Noon

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

2 p.m.

“Annie”

James A. Little Theatre. See November 12 listing.

2 p.m.

“The Emperor’s New Clothes”

Santa Fe Playhouse. See November 19 listing.

6 p.m.

“The Emperor’s New Clothes”

Santa Fe Playhouse. See November 19 listing.

Sunday, November 21

2 p.m.

“Annie”

James A. Little Theatre. See November 12 listing.

2-4 p.m.

Leather Craft

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See November 7 listing.

Tuesday, November 23

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

Wednesday, November 24

7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

School Closure Day Camp

Genoveva Chavez Community Center. See November 5 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

1-3:30 p.m.

Day Before Thanksgiving Hotshot

Ride to the Galisteo Basin view with family and friends. Call for prices.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 Guadalupe Street, 989-8600.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Child Development Specialist

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 1 listing.

Thursday, November 25

11 a.m.-Noon

Preschool Story Time.

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 2 listing.

Friday, November 26

9 a.m.-noon

Preschool Prime Time

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Holiday Kickoff Train

The day after Thanksgiving, train ride to Lamy and enjoy scenery with family and friends. Bring a picnic or purchase lunch. Call for prices.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 Guadalupe Street, 989-8600.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Open Studio

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See September 3 listing.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Gak

Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See October 17 listing.

8 p.m.

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”

Presented by the Albuquerque Little Theatre. Tickets $18-24.
Albuquerque Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale Ave SW, Albuquerque, (505) 242-4750.

Afternoon

Winter Wonderland Festival Grand Opening Party

Celebrate the wonders of the season. Lights, music, trees, exhibits, prizes, refreshments and more. Call for exact time.
Twirl Toystore and Playspace, 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, (575) 751-1402.

Saturday, November 27

1-4 p.m.

Jester Sticks

Design and create a festive jester’s wand from native bamboo, cloth, beads and other materials.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

8 p.m.

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”

Albuquerque Little Theatre. See November 26 listing.

Sunday, November 28

2 p.m.

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”

Albuquerque Little Theatre. See November 26 listing.

Tuesday, November 30

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Story Time

La Farge Library. See September 7 listing.

11 a.m.

Toddler and Preschool Story Time

Borders Books, Music & Café. See September 1 listing.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES

New! Indicates an activity for Parents. Events are free or included with admission unless otherwise noted.

ALBUQUERQUE AQUARIUM/RIO GRANDE BOTANIC GARDEN

Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. PNM Butterfly Pavilion open through September. Call for admission prices. 2601 Central Avenue NW, Albuquerque, (505) 764-6200.

BATAAN MEMORIAL MUSEUM

Artifacts from the Bataan Death March, Medal of Honor ribbons and biographies. Private tours available; call to arrange. Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 474-1670.

BORDERS BOOKS, MUSIC AND CAFE

Sanbusco Market store: Toddler and preschool story time with Linda, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11 a.m.; cookies and juice follow. No registration required. 500 Montezuma Avenue, 954-4707.

BORDERS BOOKS, MUSIC AND CAFE

Zafarano store: Toddler and preschool story time, Thursdays at 11 a.m. No registration required. 3513 Zafarano Drive, 474-9450.

BRADBURY SCIENCE MUSEUM

Displays, videos and interactive exhibits on the history of the atomic bomb and contemporary research conducted at the Los Alamos National Laboratory. Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday and Monday 1-5 p.m. Admission is free. 15th and Central Avenue in Los Alamos, (505) 667-4444.

EL RANCHO DE LAS GOLONDRINAS

A living history museum, dedicated to the heritage and culture of Spanish Colonial New Mexico, located on 200 acres just south of Santa Fe. Villagers clothed in the styles of the times show how life was lived in early New Mexico. Special festivals and theme weekends offer visitors an in-depth look into the celebrations, music, dance and many other aspects of life in the period when this part of the United States was ruled by Spain and Mexico. Open June through September. New Mexico Residents free on Wednesdays; all other days are $2 for residents over 5. Fees vary for special events; call for details. 334 Los Pinos Road, (505) 471-2261.

EXPLORA

Family-oriented science center creating opportunities for discovery through interactive experiences in science, technology and art. Programs for toddlers to adults. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. Closed the week after Labor Day. Ages 12 and up $7, seniors $5, children $3, under 1 free. Children and toddlers must be accompanied by a paying adult. 1701 Mountain Road NW in Albuquerque, (505) 224-8300.

HARWOOD MUSEUM OF ART

Historic and contemporary art and culture of the Taos region. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Also open Labor Day, September 6. Free art making for families, Saturdays 10-11:30 a.m. Family Play Date, Sundays 1-4 p.m. Also, monthly Homeschoolers activities for two age groups and weekly Teen Art activities. Many family programs; call for program details. Adults $8, seniors, students, AAA Members $7; New Mexico residents admitted free on Sundays with proof of residence. 238 Ledoux Street, Taos. Call (575)758-9826, ext. 105.

INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN ARTS MUSEUM

The National Collection of Contemporary Indian Art. Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. Closed on Mondays November through May. 108 Cathedral Place, 983-8900.

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING

Line dances from Europe, the Balkans, Greece, the Middle East, and Israel. All levels, beginners welcome, no partner needed. Sunday 6:30-10 p.m.; Tuesday 7-10 p.m. $5 per session (no charge first time). Dance is held on holidays, too. Oddfellows Hall, 1125 Cerrillos Road. Call 983-3168 for more information.

LEONORA CURTIN WETLAND PRESERVE

Visit the Santa Fe Botanical Garden’s Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve. Adjacent to Rancho de las Golondrinas located south of Santa Fe, this 35-acre nature preserve hosts a diversity of plants and wildlife, trails with numbered interpretive markers, a pond and docents to answer questions. Open May through October, Saturday 9 a.m.-noon; Sunday 1-4 p.m. Docents lead small group tours at 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Free. For directions, call 471-9103.

LOS ALAMOS FAMILY STRENGTH NETWORK

Providing education, support groups and activities to all types of families, parents, teens, and children. Open Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m.-1p.m., also for scheduled evening class times. School holidays, delays, and closures observed. 1990 Diamond Drive in Los Alamos, (505) 662-4515.

MUSEUM OF INDIAN ARTS AND CULTURE

Including The Roland Discovery Center: interactive exhibits, puzzles, and games for the young and young at heart. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $6 NM residents; $9 all others; NM residents with ID free on Sundays; NM resident seniors with ID free on Wednesdays; children 16 and under are always free. 710 Camino Lejo, 476-1250.

MUSEUM OF INTERNATIONAL FOLK ART

Wide range of folk art displays from around the world. Museum open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $6 NM residents; $9 all others; NM residents with ID free on Sundays; NM resident seniors with ID free on Wednesdays; children 16 and under are always free. 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.

MUSEUM OF SPANISH COLONIAL ART

Special activities for families and children include “possible bags,” an art activity bag; the MoSCA Treasure Hunt; puzzles, books, historical costumes and hands-on activities in the Youth Art and Activity Center. Docent tours at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Special tours for children and adults can be arranged by calling the Education Department at 982-2226, x122. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $3 NM residents, $6 all others. NM residents with ID free on Sundays. Children 16 and under are always free. 750 Camino Lejo on Museum Hill, 982-2226.

NEW MEXICO HISTORY MUSEUM

Santa Fe’s new state-of-the-art museum. Explore history from the indigenous people through the Atomic Age, including the clash and melding of cultures. In addition to galleries, the museum features the Discovery Center, a gathering space for families to engage in hands-on, self-paced activities. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; open until 8 p.m. on Fridays. $6 NM residents; $9 all others; NM residents with ID free on Sundays; NM resident seniors with ID free on Wednesdays; children 16 and under are always free. Free Friday evenings 5 to 8 p.m.113 Lincoln Avenue, 476-5200.

NEW MEXICO MUSEUM OF ART

Guided tours free with museum admission. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $6 NM residents; $9 all others; NM residents with ID free on Sundays; NM resident seniors with ID free on Wednesdays; children 16 and under are always free.107 W. Palace Avenue, 476-5072.

NEW MEXICO MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND SCIENCE

Various exhibits, Planetarium, and movies at the giant-screen Lockheed-Martin DynaTheater. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. DynaTheater movies are shown each hour from 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. Call for admission prices. 1801 Mountain Road, NW, Albuquerque, (505) 841-2800.

ORTIZ MOUNTAINS EDUCATIONAL PRESERVE

Join Santa Fe Botanical Garden at their Ortiz Mountains Educational Preserve on various Saturdays and Sundays for a variety of outdoor activities. Bird Walks, History Tours, Bat Watches, Gold Mine Tour, hikes to Placer Peak and more. Open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Located 30 miles southwest of Santa Fe, off Highway 14. Reservations required. (505) 471-9103.

PALACE OF THE GOVERNORS

Various exhibits from colonial New Mexico. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Fridays until 8 p.m. $6 NM residents; $9 all others; NM residents with ID free on Sundays; NM resident seniors with ID free on Wednesdays; children 16 and under are always free. Free Friday evenings 5-8 p.m. 105 W. Palace Avenue, 476-5100.

RIO GRANDE ZOO

Open every day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for admission prices. 903 Tenth Street, SW, Albuquerque, (505) 764-6200.

SANTA FE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Open Wednesday and Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday noon-8 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. Closed October 11. Preschool Prime Time, Fridays 9 a.m.-noon. $5 for N.M. residents with ID, $9 for all others, $2 for N.M. residents with ID on Sundays. 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.

SANTA FE FARMER’S MARKET

Every Tuesday and Saturday with fun gardening-related books, toys, and sometimes baby bunnies! Free. 7 a.m. to noon. Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m. Santa Fe Farmers Market, 1607 Paseo de Peralta. 983-4098.

SANTA FE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Main Library, 145 Washington Avenue, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (Children’s Room closes at 8 p.m.); Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 1-5 p.m., 955-6780. La Farge Branch, 1730 Llano Street, Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed Sundays, 955-4860. Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed Sunday, 955-2810. All locations closed September 11 and 12, October 11, November 11, 25 and 26. All locations close early at 6 p.m. on September 9 and at 1 p.m. on September 10. Teen Book Club and Anime Films: ages 13 to 18 at Southside and Main Libraries; call for more information. Fall Preschool Story Time: Stories, songs, finger games, puppets and crafts: Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at La Farge; Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at Southside; Fridays from 11to 11:45 a.m. at Main (not meeting Thanksgiving week). Books and Babies: Weekly sessions for ages 6 months through 2 years, Wednesday 10:30-11 a.m. at La Farge, and Thursday 10:30-11 a.m. at Southside; call library for specific session dates and to register.

SANTA FE SOUTHERN RAILWAY

Ride a working freight through high desert scenery on a 4 1/2 hour round trip from the historic depot in Santa Fe to Lamy. Rides available all year. Group rates available. Call 989-8600 for times, rates and reservations.

SUNDAY COMMUNITY FAIR

Local artists and craftspeople, farmers, ranchers and food artisans, as well as musicians, refreshments, and entertainment, in the heart of the Santa Fe Railyard. Free; every Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Santa Fe Farmers Market, 1607 Paseo de Peralta. 983-4098.

THE GEORGIA O’KEEFFE MUSEUM

The largest single repository of O’Keeffe’s work in the world. Exhibitions, education programs, family and youth programs. Drawings, watercolors, pastels and sculpture. Video about Georgia O’Keeffe. Open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed September 13 through 24. Adults $10, NM residents $5, seniors and students over 18 with ID $8, 18 and under free. Free Friday evenings 5 to 8 p.m. 217 Johnson Street, 946-1000.

THE PLANETARIUM AT SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Entertaining and informative astronomical programs, ranging from scientific documentaries to science fiction stories filled with science facts to cultural programs including Native American and Chinese sky lore. Public programming February through December. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; free for SFCC students, employees and planetarium members. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Regular programs are not suitable for children under 5 years old. Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.

TWIRL PLAYSPACE

Learn magic tricks, make toys, play classic games—something different every week. Structured play sessions and dance classes for ages 0-5, weekly craft-led experiences for all ages on Thursdays and Saturdays, and special events throughout the year. Outdoor play seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free; all ages welcome. 225 Camino de la Placita, Taos, (575) 751-1402.

VISTA GRANDE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday noon-6 p.m.; Wednesday until 8 p.m. Closed to the public Sunday and Monday. Children’s and Teen Programs. Children’s Story Time for ages 2-10, Family Movie Night, Monopoly Club for grades 3-8. Call for times and dates. 14 Avenida Torreon in Eldorado, 466-7323.

WAREHOUSE 21

Dance concerts, theater productions and other events, and classes for youth under 21.1614 Paseo de Peralta, 989-4423. For updated events information, visit www.warehouse21.org.

WHEELWRIGHT MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN

Contemporary and historic Native American art with an emphasis on the Southwest. Talks, seminars, meet-the-artist receptions, and many other events. Private, not-for-profit; no admission fee but donations welcome. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 1-5 p.m. 704 Camino Lejo, 982-4636.

WILDLIFE WEST

Park and attraction dedicated to native wildlife and ecology. 122 acres, including a 1/3-acre pond. All animals are non-releasable, due to injury or some other factor that makes life in the wild impossible for them. Park includes an educational program, and hosts concerts, festivals, and other events. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Camping available. Call for prices. In Edgewood, just east of Albuquerque. Call (505) 281-7655 or (877) 981-9453.

Please send us information about family events happening in December, January and February for our Winter 2010-11 Calendar. Send to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; fax: 988-7558; or mail: Tumbleweeds, 369 Montezuma #191, Santa Fe, NM 87501. Deadline: November 5.