(*) suitable for children under six
1 Tuesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Native Couture Jewelry
Free drop-in hands-on workshops for all ages.
Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, 710 Camino Lejo, 476-1250.
1 Tuesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
1 Tuesday, 1-4 p.m. *
Wire Mobiles
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 3 listing.
1 Tuesday, 8 p.m.
Echoes of the Night
Planetarium at Santa Fe Community College. See June 3 listing.
2 Wednesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda. Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
2 Wednesday, 1-4 p.m.
Open Studio
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 4 listing.
3 Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Native Couture Jewelry
Museum of Indian Arts and Culture. See July 1 listing.
3 Thursday, 11 a.m.
Clan Tynker
Juggling, magic, dancing, and fire eating in the manner of court jesters.
Santa Fe Public Library, La Farge Branch, 1730 Llano Street, 955-4863f
3 Thursday, 1-3 p.m. *
The New Mexico Girls Ranch Petting Zoo at Summer Reading Program.
Vista Grande Public Library. See June 19 listing.
3 Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
Stitchery Designs
Stitch your way to artful designs while learning about outline stitching and filler stitches.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
3 Thursday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
3 Thursday, 2:30 p.m. *
Clan Tynker
Juggling, magic, dancing and fire eating in the manner of court jesters. Santa Fe Public Library, Main Branch, 145 Washington Avenue, 955-6783.
4 Friday, 9 a.m.-noon *
Painting on a Cloud
at Preschool Prime Time. Explore the blending of colors by painting with vibrant colors on giant coffee filters.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
4 Friday, 1-4 p.m. *
Clay Activities
Come and experience the wonders of clay and make a glorious mess!
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
4 Friday, 1-3:30 p.m. *
Fourth of July Hot Shot Ride
to the Galisteo Basin overlook and back. (No layover in Lamy.) Call for fares.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 S. Guadalupe Street, 989- 8600.
4 Friday, 2-3:30 p.m.
Earthworks
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 6 listing.
4 Friday, 4:30-10 p.m. *
Fourth of July BBQ and Fireworks Train
Ride to Lamy for a BBQ supper and live music, then ride back to view the City of Santa Fe fireworks right from the train! Call for fares.
Santa Fe Southern Railway, 410 S. Guadalupe Street, 989-8600.
5 Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon
Child Development Specialists
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 7 listing.
5 Saturday, 11 a.m. *
Clan Tynker
Juggling, magic, dancing, and fire eating in the manner of court jesters.
Santa Fe Public Library, Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955-2828.
5 Saturday, 1-4 p.m. *
Clay Pots
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 20 listing.
5 Saturday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Cooking in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 7 listing.
6 Sunday, noon-2 p.m. *
Raptors
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 15 listing.
6 Sunday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
8 Tuesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda. Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
8 Tuesday, 1-4 p.m. *
Paint a Rock
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 10 listing.
8 Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. *
Twilight Tour of the Zoo
Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque. See June 10 listing.
9 Wednesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Straw Applique
Free drop-in hands-on workshops for all ages.
Museum of Spanish Colonial Art, 750 Camino Lejo, 982-2226.
9 Wednesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
9 Wednesday, 1-4 p.m.
Open Studio
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 4 listing.
9 Wednesday, 2-4 p.m.
Parent Talk
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 11 listing.
9 Wednesday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Kids’ Gardening Activities
Learn about planting, watering, digging and growing while taking care of the plants in Earthworks.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
10 Thursday, 1-3 p.m. *
Summer Reading Program
Vista Grande Public Library. See June 19 listing.
10 Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
Tinwork Design
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 13 listing.
10 Thursday, 1-4 p.m. *
Clay Construction
Use several different methods to shape interesting clay constructions.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
10 Thursday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
10 Thursday, 6-9 p.m. *
Rio Grande Botanic Garden Summer Nights Concert series.
2601 Central Avenue, Albuquerque. See June 5 listing.
10 Thursday, 8 p.m.
Dark Matter
Learn about the “dark matter” that influences the evolution of the universe gravitationally, but is not seen directly in our present observations. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; free for SFCC students, employees and planetarium members.
Planetarium at Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.
11 Friday, 9 a.m.-noon *
Annie Rose, the Flower Fairy
at Preschool Primetime. Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 13 listing.
11 Friday, 1-4 p.m.
Watercolor Explorations
Grab a brush and let your imagination run wild!
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
11 Friday, 2-3:30 p.m.
Earthworks
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 6 listing.
11 Friday, 3 p.m. *
Juggling and Magic Tricks performed by Michael Steele.
Santa Fe Public Library, Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955- 2828.
11 Friday, 6-10 p.m.
Kids Night Out
Santa Fe Academy. See June 6 listing.
11 Friday, 7 p.m.
“Enchanted” at Movie Night
Vista Grande Public Library. See June 13 listing.
12 Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon
Free Fishing Clinic
Albuquerque Biopark’s Tingley Beach. See June 14 listing.
12 Saturday, 11 a.m.
Juggling and Magic Tricks performed by Michael Steele.
Santa Fe Public Library, La Farge Branch, 1730 Llano Street, 955-4863f
12 Saturday, 11 a.m. *
African Drum and Dance Demonstration
with Agalu. Adults $15, $10 in advance, 877-567-7380; children 16 & under free.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.
12 Saturday, 1-4 p.m. *
Folk Art Unleashed
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 14 listing.
12 Saturday, 2 p.m. *
Juggling and Magic Tricks performed by Michael Steele.
Santa Fe Public Library, Main Branch, 145 Washington Avenue, 955-6783.
12 Saturday, 2 p.m. *
Moroccan Music & Dance Demonstration
by Hassan Hakmoun. Adults $15, $10 in advance, 877-567-7380; children 16 & under free.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.
12 Saturday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Cooking in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 7 listing.
12 Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Change Your Pointe of View
presented by Aspen Santa Fe Ballet. Call for prices.
Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 West San Francisco Street, 988-1234.
13 Sunday, noon-3 p.m. *
Amulet Making
for all ages and abilities at Family Day at the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market 2008. More than 100 master folk artists from more than 40 countries gather on Museum Hill. Fabulous entertainment, international food booths, artist demonstrations and more.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.
13 Sunday, 2-4 p.m. *
Bubble Science
Learn about the properties of the ever magical bubble while playing with different bubble creating structures.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
13 Sunday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
13 Sunday, 7:30 p.m.
Change Your Pointe of View
Lensic Performing Arts Center. See July 12 listing.
15 Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. *
Exotics of the Rainforest
by Carolyn Newell. Live parrots and snakes. Registration required.
Santa Fe Public Library, Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955-2828.
15 Tuesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
15 Tuesday, 1-4 p.m.
Sand Painting
Make a painting using colored sand.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
16 Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. *
Exotics of the Rainforest
by Carolyn Newell. Live parrots and snakes. Registration required.
Santa Fe Public Library, Main Branch, 145 Washington Avenue, 955-6783.
16 Wednesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
16 Wednesday, 1-4 p.m.
Open Studio
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 4 listing.
16 Wednesday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Kids’ Gardening Activities
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See July 9 listing.
16 Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. *
Exotics of the Rainforest
by Carolyn Newell. Live parrots and snakes. Registration required.
Santa Fe Public Library, La Farge Branch, 1730 Llano Street, 955-4863
17 Thursday, 1-3 p.m. *
Summer Reading Program
Vista Grande Public Library. See June 19 listing.
17 Thursday, 1-4 p.m. *
Pastels
Use pastel sticks and crayons to make vibrant art.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
17 Thursday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
17 Thursday, 6-9 p.m. *
Rio Grande Botanic Garden Summer Nights Concert series.
2601 Central Avenue, Albuquerque. See June 5 listing.
17 Thursday, 7 p.m. *
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
by William Shakespeare. Performed by Santa Fe Performing Arts’ City Different Players, ages 8 to 12. The magical story of star-crossed lovers, overly ambitious home-spun clowns and misadventures with the fairies. $7.
Armory for the Arts Theater, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 984-1370.
17 Thursday, 8 p.m.
The Sun: Our Closest Star
The Greeks called it Helios and the Romans called it Sol. Learn about solar flares, sunspots, coronal mass ejections and auroras. Adults $5; preteens and seniors $3; free for SFCC students, employees and planetarium members.
Planetarium at Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Avenue, 428-1677.
18 Friday, 9 a.m.-noon *
Creative Dramatics at Preschool Primetime.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 20 listing.
18 Friday, 10:30 a.m. *
Gypsy Storyteller Terry Alvarez
Entertainment for a special party, just for preschoolers.
Santa Fe Public Library, La Farge Branch, 1730 Llano Street, 955-4863
18 Friday, noon – 20 Sunday, 7 p.m. *
Las Fiestas de Taos A tradition passed from generation to generation, preserving the rich tri-culture that has developed in Taos over the last four centuries. Enjoy food, music, vendors, parades and dancers. Children’s parade on Saturday.
Historic Taos Plaza, Taos, 575-758-8111 or 575-751-8800.
18 Friday, 2-3:30 p.m.
Earthworks Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 6 listing.
18 Friday, 2:30 p.m. *
Gypsy Storyteller Terry Alvarez
Entertainment for a special party, just for preschoolers.
Santa Fe Public Library, Main Branch, 145 Washington Avenue, 955-6783.
18 Friday, 7 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
by William Shakespeare. Performed by Santa Fe Performing Arts’ Teen Ensemble, directed by W. Nicholas Sabato. A theatrical journey to the ‘60s when peace, love and music were all that mattered. Be part of the happening that changed America forever, and will definitely rock your world! $7.
Armory for the Arts Theater, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 984-1370.
18 Friday, 7 p.m. *
The Little Mermaid
Santa Fe’s Youth Theatre, Pandemonium Productions, presents the underwater musical extravaganza on stage. Adults $10, Age 11 and under $6.
James A. Little Theatre, 1060 Cerrillos Road, 982-3327.
19 Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. *
Landscape: Preschool Family Program
Led by Kathryn Mark, dancer and educator. The Santa Fe Opera and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum collaborate on this program for children ages 3-5 and parents, focused on learning and communicating through the five senses.
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson Street. Reservations suggested. 946-1007.
19 Saturday – 20 Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. *
¡Viva Mexico! Theme Weekend Enjoy musica, arte and mass at this celebration of the culture, cuisine and crafts of our neighbor! Adults $7; Ages 5-12 $3; Seniors 62+, teens 3-18 and military $5.
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261.
19 Saturday, 11 a.m. *
Gypsy Storyteller Terry Alvarez
Entertainment for a special party, just for preschoolers.
Santa Fe Public Library, Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955-2828.
19 Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
Clay Activities
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See July 4 listing.
19 Saturday, 2 p.m. *
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 17 listing.
19 Saturday, 2 p.m. *
The Little Mermaid
James A. Little Theatre. See July 18 listing.
19 Saturday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Cooking in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 7 listing.
19 Saturday 7 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 18 listing.
20 Sunday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
20 Sunday, 2 p.m. *
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 17 listing.
20 Sunday, 2 p.m. *
The Little Mermaid
James A. Little Theatre. See July 18 listing.
20 Sunday, 7 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 18 listing.
21 Monday, 10 a.m.
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival’s Youth Concert
Bringing chamber music to life for children and their families. Children can ask questions and talk directly with the musicians. Children of all ages are welcome, but concerts are primarily geared toward elementary school-aged children. Each youth concert is different and lasts approximately 50minutes. Free.
Saint Francis Auditorium, 107 West Palace Avenue, 983-2075.
21 Monday, 2 p.m. *
Music, Story, and Song
presented by Andy Mason.
Santa Fe Public Library, La Farge Branch, 1730 Llano Street, 955-4863
22 Tuesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Otomi Figures
Free drop-in hands-on workshops for all ages.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.
22 Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. *
Music, Story, and Song
presented by Andy Mason.
Santa Fe Public Library, Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955-2828.
22 Tuesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
22 Tuesday, 1-4 p.m.
Paper Dolls
Make outfits for your doll using beautiful papers.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
22 Tuesday, 2 p.m. *
Music, Story, and Song
presented by Andy Mason.
Santa Fe Public Library, Main Branch, 145 Washington Avenue, 955-6783.
23 Wednesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
23 Wednesday, 1-4 p.m.
Open Studio
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 4 listing.
23 Wednesday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Kids’ Gardening Activities
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See July 9 listing.
23 Wednesday, 2-4 p.m.
Parent Talk
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 11 listing.
24 Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Otomi Figures
Museum of International Folk Art. See July 22 listing.
24 Thursday, 1-3 p.m. *
Tom Wyant, Snake Handler
at Summer Reading Program Vista Grande Public Library. See June 19 listing.
24 Thursday, 1-4 p.m. *
Clay Pots
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 20 listing.
24 Thursday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
24 Thursday, 6-9 p.m. *
Rio Grande Botanic Garden Summer Nights
Concert Series. 2601 Central Avenue, Albuquerque. See June 5 listing.
25 Friday, 9 a.m.-noon *
Preschool Prime Time
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 6 listing.
25 Friday, 10:30 a.m. *
Magic Lantern Theatre
A special presentation by a traveling theatre group performing interactive children’s plays. Santa Fe Public Library, Southside Branch, 6599 Jaguar Drive, 955-2828.
25 Friday, 1-4 p.m.
Yarn Art
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 19 listing.
25 Friday, 2-3:30 p.m.
Earthworks
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 6 listing.
25 Friday, 7 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 18 listing.
25 Friday, 7 p.m. *
The Little Mermaid
James A. Little Theatre. See July 18 listing.
26 Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Scratchboard Art: Drawing in the Light
Make a high contrast drawing by scratching away the black surface to expose the white underneath.
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson Street. Reservations suggested. 946-1007.
26 Saturday – 27 Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. *
Lavender and Herb Fair
View herb fields, make your own lavender “wand,” hear expert presentations, buy lavender/ herb products and sample foods made with lavender. Museum exhibits will be open. Adults $7; Ages 5-12 $3; Seniors 62+, teens 3-18 and military $5.
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, 334 Los Pinos Road, 471-2261.
26 Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
Drum Making
Make and decorate your own instrument and drumsticks. Bang your drum!
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
26 Saturday, 2 p.m.
Sizzlin’ Summer Sensational
, a play written by Southwest Children’s Theatre Productions students. Adults $10, 17 and under $5.
Santa Fe Playhouse, 142 East De Vargas, 984-3055.
26 Saturday, 2 p.m. *
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 17 listing.
26 Saturday, 2 p.m. *
The Little Mermaid
James A. Little Theatre. See July 18 listing.
26 Saturday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Cooking in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 7 listing.
26 Saturday, 7 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 18 listing.
27 Sunday, 2-4 p.m. *
Exotics of the Rain Forest
Interact with exotic, rare and endangered animals normally found only in zoos.
Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, 989-8359.
27 Sunday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
27 Sunday, 2 p.m. *
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 17 listing.
27 Sunday, 2 p.m. *
The Little Mermaid
James A. Little Theatre. See July 18 listing.
27 Sunday 7 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
Armory for the Arts Theater. See July 18 listing.
28 Monday, 10 a.m.
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival’s Youth Concert
Saint Francis Auditorium. See July 21 listing.
29 Tuesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Pop-Up Thrones
Free drop-in hands-on workshops for all ages.
Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, 476-1200.
29 Tuesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda.
Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
29 Tuesday, 1-4 p.m.
Butterfly Art
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 28 listing.
30 Wednesday, 11 a.m. *
Toddler and Preschool Story Time
with Linda. Borders Books, Music & Café. See June 3 listing.
30 Wednesday, 1-4 p.m.
Open Studio
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 4 listing.
30 Wednesday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Kids’ Gardening Activities
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See July 9 listing.
31 Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Arts Alive: Pop Up Thrones
Museum of International Folk Art. See July 29 listing.
31 Thursday, 1-3 p.m. *
Summer Reading Program
Vista Grande Public Library. See June 19 listing.
31 Thursday, 2-3:30 p.m. *
Art and Games in the Garden
Santa Fe Children’s Museum. See June 8 listing.
31 Thursday, 6-9 p.m. *
Rio Grande Botanic Garden Summer Nights
Concert series. 2601 Central Avenue, Albuquerque. See June 5 listing.
