Your Guide to Free and Low-Cost Family Fun The end of school is quickly approaching and now is the time when parents start to panic about those endless hours to fill. Relax. We’ve got you covered with an assortment of low-cost activities to keep the young ones (and yourselves) busy this summer. All while keeping…
There are many reasons to make gardening a part of your life: to add beauty to your surroundings, to benefit the environment, and to promote relaxation and reduce stress. And as we all try to be healthier, growing your own produce (and herbs) is another advantage of getting down in the dirt. Read on to…
The Southwest is home to many places that are considered “sacred” due to their breathtaking vistas, perceived power and healing energy, spiritual connection, and ancient Native American belief system. Three of the most powerful spots include Chaco Canyon National Historical Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Canyon de Chelly National Monument—which together seem to form…
Winter is truly special in the Land of Enchantment—especially when snow blankets the earth, creating a serene and glorious panorama. Getting up close and personal with the winter wonderland around you is the best way to experience snow country. Like the adrenaline rush? Then opt for downhill skiing, snowmobiling, or even ski biking. Perhaps a…
Our final Make a STATEment nominee for 2017 is Apryl Miller, who founded The Sky Center/ New Mexico Suicide Intervention Program 20 years ago as a response to the growing and damaging social issue of suicide in New Mexico. (According to a NM Epidemiology Report, suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth…
A Season of Celebration The holiday season brings with it an abundance of holiday options from holiday craft shows to music of the season to farolito (and luminaria) walks to Santa sightings. Almost every day of December offers something special to make your holidays even more celebratory. Here is a sampling of what is on…
Our newest Make a STATEment nominee John Jaramillo Sr. holds the position of Director of Administrative Services at New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department (CYFD), which provides an array of prevention, intervention, rehabilitative, and after-care services to New Mexico children and their families. Jaramillo has been with CYFD for almost two years and says that he chose…
With so much rushing around during the holiday season, sometimes the essential holiday meaning gets lost in the shuffle, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. So it is also the perfect time to take a moment to reflect on your good fortune and give to those who are less fortunate—a time to put the “thanks” back into…
People have gravitated to geothermally-heated ground waters or “hot springs” since the dawn of mankind, seeking rejuvenation, comfort, and healing. Did you know the word “spa” originates from Spa, Belgium which was a popular watering spot in the 1600s? And the ancient Romans took their soaking very seriously—building the first formal baths in the first…
Although you have hopefully gotten most of your initial back-to-school loot purchased, we understand that school shopping goes on throughout the year as items wear out and kids grow. Did you know that according to the National Retail Federation’s Annual Survey parents spend an average of $670 just to get one child ready for a…
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