Round the Roundhouse

10/25/2025

TODAY.....
Join us on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Santa Fe Place Mall to responsibly discard expired or unused medications and securely shred personal documents—all at no cost.

On Saturday October 25th take advantage of this free, convenient service! Our team will be on-site to assist with safe medication disposal and secure document shredding. Each item you bring for disposal and shredding contributes to a safer,
healthier, and cleaner environment for New Mexico communities.

10/17/2025

10/09/2025

This weekend.....

10/07/2025

Our October edition is available in print and online, roundtheroundhouse.com

We hope you enjoy this edition!

09/19/2025

Join us on National Hunting and Fishing Day for a fishing derby in Aztec!

When: Saturday, September 27th
Starting at 8am - 2 pm
Where: Tiger Pond, Aztec NM

This free youth and community event is open to the public. Bring your own tackle and gear. Derby prizes are available for youth 12 and under only. NMDGF Officers and Staff will also have an archery and pellet gun range set up, along with the poach coach on display.

Come on out and join us for a fun event and celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day! No fishing license is required September 27-28; all fishing regulations still apply.

09/19/2025

This is a reminder that the Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) is hosting two virtual Provider Town Halls on Zoom tomorrow and Saturday. These sessions are an opportunity to learn more about the rollout of universal child care beginning Tuesday, November 1, 2025, hear updates directly from the department, ask questions, and share your perspective.

We encourage you to submit questions beforehand at the link here: Universal Question Submission Form

Town Hall Options (Spanish interpretation will be provided at both):

Friday, September 19, 2025 | 5:30–6:45 p.m.
Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 10–11:15 a.m.
Please use the same Zoom link for both events: nmececdorg.zoom.us/j/83917663588

For those unable to attend, a recording of one of the town halls will be made available on our Universal Child Care page following the events.

Where to Find Resources

All universal child care materials, including the newly available "At a Glance for Families" flyer and the Communications Toolkit, are housed on the Universal Child Care webpage: nmececd.org/universal. The page will be updated regularly and will also include:
Draft proposed regulations
Notice of public hearing for rule making
One-pagers
FAQs
And more to come!
We are also still seeking testimonials from providers. If you are interested in sharing your story, please email [email protected].

09/14/2025

Mark your calendars, the New Mexico State Parks is participating in Free Fishing Weekend on September 27-28, 2025!

It's the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and cast a line. 🎣

All other fishing regulations, including bait restrictions and bag limits, still apply. For full fishing rules and regulations, visit the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish website: https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/

09/11/2025

We hope you enjoy September's edition.

It is available in print andonline.

09/08/2025

New Mexico Literacy Center seeks design and program partners

SANTA FE – New Mexico is moving forward with a first-of-its-kind Literacy Center in Albuquerque, and the Public Education Department is seeking partners to help design and launch the state-funded hub aimed at boosting reading skills for New Mexicans of all ages.

"Our goal is simple: to make New Mexico a place where every child and adult can read at or above grade level," said Public Education Secretary Mariana D. Padilla. "The Literacy Center will be a hub of innovation and support, and we’re eager to work with a partner who can help bring this vision to life."

The center will serve as the statewide anchor for structured literacy programs rooted in the science of reading, offering year-round opportunities such as after-school, evening and weekend instruction. It will also provide professional development and training for educators and tutors to strengthen literacy instruction across New Mexico.

“The New Mexico Literacy Center will be a cornerstone for student success, giving students the tools to become strong readers while supporting the educators and tutors who guide them,” said Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez.

The New Mexico Public Education Department is asking interested people and organizations to share ideas for designing and running programs at the new Literacy Center. The responses will help shape a future proposal process and guide the department on best practices and tools to make the center as effective as possible.

Applicants must demonstrate expertise in statewide education programming, a track record of implementing structured literacy instruction, and experience working with state education agencies. Responses are due by 5 p.m. Sept. 10, 2025.

More information and submission guidelines for the Request for Information (RFI) are available by visiting https://web.ped.nm.gov/rfps-rfis-rfas.

07/08/2025

July's edition of 'Round The Roundhouse is out! You may pick one up or read online, roundtheroundhouse.com Enjoy!

06/18/2025

From City of Santa Fe Economic Development:

MICRO GRANTS UP TO $3,000
rdc grant
Eligibility:

For-profit business

Headquartered in one of the following counties: Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, Northern Sandoval, San Miguel, Santa Fe, or Taos

In business for at least one year as of the application opening date

Must have a valid business license, CRS number, and a business-only bank account

Deadline June 30th

More Details:

RDC’s Micro-Grant Fund provides a small infusion of capital to help businesses diversify, sustain or grow revenue, leverage other investments, and put systems in place that lead to growth and create job opportunities. The RDC provides technical support and information on other funding opportunitie...