Thanksgiving Round-Up

Thanksgiving conjures up all the homey smells and feels of fall and family. Whether you celebrate big or small, we hope we can provide you with lots of ideas to help make your Thanksgiving a memorable one.

Thanksgiving round-up

We’d like to thank Bosque School for making this guide possible.

Bosque School is a college preparatory, independent school in Albuquerque serving grades 6–12, designed for families who value academic excellence, creativity, and community. With small class sizes and a challenging curriculum, Bosque School encourages students to think critically, take intellectual risks, and engage deeply in their learning.

Beyond academics, Bosque School is known for its emphasis on service learning, environmental stewardship, and empowering students to make a positive impact in their communities. Arts, athletics, and outdoor education are integral parts of the experience, helping students develop confidence, collaboration, and resilience.

Approximately 50% of Bosque School families receive need-based financial aid, ensuring that the school is accessible to a diverse community of learners. Bosque School balances a challenging education with a supportive environment where each student is seen, known, and valued.

If you’re looking for a school that combines academic challenge with creativity, innovation, and a supportive community, Bosque School may be the right fit for your family. Visit their website to learn more about admissions.

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Enjoy this round-up of posts all about Thanksgiving from our writers over the years.

Thanksgiving Conversation Cards (With Free Printable)

Thanksgiving Conversation Cards (With Free Printable)

In 2015, Saturday Night Live aired a skit that would have been hilarious if it didn't contain quite so much truth. The skit, "A...
Thanksgiving Weekend Itinerary for Visitors (with Local Events)

Thanksgiving Weekend Itinerary for Visitors (with Local Events)

As a native New Yorker turned Albuquerque transplant, for me, holidays mean traveling. Thankfully, since having my daughter, I get to stay put for Thanksgiving...
The Thanksgiving Potluck :: A Practical Holiday Tradition

The Thanksgiving Potluck :: A Practical Holiday Tradition

Having a Thanksgiving potluck is now one of my favorite and most helpful holiday traditions. Thanksgiving is one of the major holidays in my...
Teaching Thankfulness with a Gratitude Tree

Teaching Thankfulness with a Gratitude Tree

What is the first thing that jumps to mind when you hear “Thanksgiving?”  Turkey? Football? Parade? Family? Christmas? Pie? Green bean casserole? So many possibilities!  One...
thanksgiving recipes, ABQ Mom

Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up from the ABQ Mom Team

This past week the ABQ Mom team was able to provide prepared Thanksgiving meals to human trafficking survivors who are in safe housing with...
10 Thanksgiving Activities for Kids

10 Thanksgiving Activities for Kids Plus Free Printables

Get in the spirit of Thanksgiving and keep the kids entertained and busy with these Thanksgiving activities. Celebrate Turkey Day with your little turkeys...
10 Wines Under $20 to Pair with Thanksgiving Dinner

10 Wines Under $20 to Pair with Thanksgiving Dinner

  I briefly worked as a Customer Relations Manager at a wine store, and my absolute favorite day of work was the day before Thanksgiving....
Navigating Thanksgiving: A Native Mom's Journey in Tradition

Navigating Thanksgiving: A Native Mom’s Journey in Tradition

As a 38-year-old Navajo woman raising two incredible boys in the heart of New Mexico, my journey through motherhood has always included an emphasis...
Thanksgiving Crafts and Traditions That Double as Home Decor

Thanksgiving Crafts and Traditions That Double as Home Decor

Below is a fun list of Thanksgiving crafts and traditions you can start anytime with your family! Thanksgiving is a holiday that many of us...
thanksgiving poem

Thankful for All the Things :: A Mom’s Honest Thanksgiving Poem

Life with two toddlers can be quite overwhelming at times. And it's even more of a whirlwind now because I'm currently 21 weeks pregnant...
Thanksgiving Traditions You'll Want to Try This Year :: From the ABQ Mom Team

Thanksgiving Traditions You’ll Want to Try This Year :: From the ABQ Mom Team

Traditions and Thanksgiving go together like turkey and taters! Speaking of turkey, one of my new traditions is ordering a smoked turkey from Rudy's...
Family Thankful Tree :: Focusing on the Season of Thanksgiving

Family Thankful Tree :: Focusing on the Season of Thanksgiving

The holidays are upon us. Our Halloween sugar rushes are over. So it’s time to please pass the Peppermint Mocha and crank up 104.7...
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