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Service clubs in America began as social clubs or networking organizations in the early 1900s. The first was the Rotary Club of Chicago in 1905. Before long, various service clubs began appearing across the national, and eventually international, landscape and evolved into organizations devoted to community service rather than just social activities. New Mexico is home to many active service clubs that focus on a wide range of activities. If you would like to be a good neighbor in your … Read More

Every year, The Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe says goodbye to summer with the Burning of Zozobra, a 50-foot high marionette signifying the darkness and despair created within the City Different, due to all the nefarious and woeful deeds done throughout the year. For almost a century, this unique cultural event has drawn families and friends from near and far, to watch as evil is vanquished for another year during this one-of-a-kind Labor Day pageant. The 99th Burning of Will … Read More

Each year, Zozobra — or Old Man Gloom — meets his fiery fate in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He burns away people's worries and glooms while raising funds for worthy causes. Learn 14 things you should know about the Burning of Zozobra.