Take a number...BUT if you have an existing order which can be obtained by calling ahead you can…read moreget thru rather quickly! I had an existing order for a death certificate but they claim no check was included when I mailed everything (NOT) since these are $5 each and the cancel check order to my bank is $35...I went directly in to pay the $15 so they could close out the order should that check pop up some other time! Also, you can save time by filling out ur request form once you take ur number, at the counter immediately to ur right upon entering their tiny waiting area and go right when they open at 8 to avoid long waiting times!

What a beautiful building. It is filled with artwork by local artisans. So bright and open…read more There was a small group of friendly demonstrators out front, which reminded me that our democracy still works :-) The entry guard, Sandra, was both helpful and funny.

We didn't get to go inside the Capitol building as we visited it on a weekend and it was closed…read more The building itself and the grounds around it are absolutely gorgeous and I love all the Native American heritage that is captured here. Whenever I visit a state's capital city, I always like to go and see their Capitol building so this was a treat to see!

Well the reason why it's not 5 star cause u can't go in. Which I get it. It's all og furniture and…read morefridge and door knobs. It's amazing how they have left it alone. U can stick your face in the windows but they don't want u record. Go see if u r a history buff

Interesting and free local attraction (a little further away from downtown Santa Fe) that drives…read moretoday's needs for environmental awareness. Ethyl isn't super huge and as well known in Santa Fe yet, but it's hopefully making Santa Fe (and the US heading in the right direction with the use of recycling! Check this free local quirky attraction out if you have some time in Santa Fe!

While planning our day trip to Santa Fe from Albuquerque, we discovered Ethyl the Whale, a…read morelife-sized blue whale sculpture made entirely from single-use plastics to raise awareness about reducing plastic waste and encouraging recycling. She's located at the end of the track at Santa Fe Community College. We parked across the street and walked over for some great photo ops. It's an impressive and meaningful sight, definitely worth a quick stop on your way to or from Santa Fe!

In almost very city a trip to the local library is a must!…read more With its charming exterior, Santa Fe Public Library is a welcome sight when walking around historic Santa Fe. The interior is clean and well lit, and new book titles easy to find. We came in from the cold to warm up and to look at all the community flyers. Bathrooms are located on the ground and second floors, which also has some historic information. I wish we could've spent longer in here but metered parking only covered us for two hours!

Friendly staff made us feel comfortable browsing the shelves and rooms in their library. Looked at…read moretheir selections in their Friends of the Library bookstore. Picked up a card at the circulation desk with information to download another library app: The Palace Project. Our library is not part of it, but there are still books to borrow. Maybe YOUR library is on it, and you'll have full access to all their books! We do have Libby & Hoopla, and they had cards with information on how to download and use both of those library apps.

I just received a flyer in the mail from NM department of health in Santa Fe . They proudly state…read morethat their flyer is paid for by Pfizer. Who makes billions, yes billions in profits from the sale of vaccines! It makes me wonder how much kickback money NM politicians get for their political campaigns from Pfizer. My problem with this political arm twisting is that the first words on the flyer state that "Records show" I may be missing adult shots. Whose records?! This statement is deliberately ambiguous! And if they supposedly have my medical records (which they do not have my permission) why are they then stating that I "may" be missing these shots. They are making a threat that I "maybe " at risk! By the way I am a veteran. And have been receiving 100% of my care from the VA. If I find out that somebody at the VA is releasing my data I will pursue legal action. Care which I have been receiving since 2017.

Kudos To NM State Vaccine…read more I just got my 1st vaccine through the NM Department of Health. This has to be one of the best if not the best program in the country. I had been notified that I could pre-register for a vaccine at the NM State Site, https://cvvaccine.nmhealth.org/my-registration.html. Pre-registration was easy and quick. I was told I would be notified when the vaccine was available. I also got my registration code. Then I got a text and email directing me to the same site to fill out my profile which included personal information, demographic information, employer information, insurance information, and information on chronic medical conditions. This time the link took me to a page that had my registration code pre-entered. All I had to do was enter my birth date. The profile page was well laid out and easy to complete. It only took me about 15 minutes to complete everything. REALLY EASY Less than a week later I received another text & email notifying me that the vaccine is now available and to sign-up on a first-come, first serve basis. I clicked the link in the text, the same link as before, and entered the special event code provided in the text & email. I was able to select a date and time for my vaccine at NM Expo, the fairgrounds. My appointment was displayed at the top of the page and I received appointment reminders by text & email 3 days before, the day before, and the day of my vaccine. I arrived at NM Expo - Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE, about 15 minutes before my appointment and there was about 100 cars ahead of me. I was thinking this was going to take forever, but I was wrong! I had chosen the first time slot of the day and at the appointed time the cars started moving. The traffic control was excellent with no cutting in line and no confusion as to where to go. We were asked if we had any mobility issues because they had accommodations for those that needed them. I was quickly directed to a parking spot, walked into an arena with good ventilation and social distancing markings. They had about 10 vaccination stations and when our turn came, they asked for my birth date, confirmed my name, asked in which arm I wanted my shot, provided written confirmation of which shot (mine was Pfizer), date and time of the shot. They even scheduled my 2nd (booster) shot for 3 weeks later. This whole process only took about 5 minutes including the wait in line. I was then directed to a socially distanced seating area for observation. Depending on which vaccine you receive, it will be either 15 or 30 minutes. While sitting there I received another text/email thanking me for getting my vaccine and providing a link to a Pfizer vaccine fact sheet. , And finally, they sent me another text with the date and time of my 2nd shot. If I had wanted to change the appointment I could have done so on the website. I received another text/email at the end of my waiting period telling me I as free to leave. It took me less than 30 minutes from my appointment time to when I was walking out the door. As I was leaving I noticed that there was no line of cars waiting to get in. This was the best organized and staffed event I have ever experienced. Richard Braziel

We visited Pecos National Historical Park today and absolutely loved it! The scenery is beautiful,…read morepeaceful, and full of history. The trail was relatively short and very doable for us. It wasn't too difficult, and there are places along the way where you can sit, rest, and just take in the incredible views. We never felt rushed and were able to enjoy the walk at our own pace. The ruins and the surrounding landscape are absolutely beautiful, and it was fascinating to see and learn about the history of the people who lived here. This ended up being one of those unexpected stops that we were really glad we made. Definitely a thumbs up from us! If you're visiting the Santa Fe area and want something scenic, historical, and not overly strenuous, Pecos National Historical Park is absolutely worth the trip.

Sweet stop if you need a little stretch of the legs…read more This historical park is well maintained and pretty awesome. I loved the interactive parts along the route. It can get hot and sunny so bring a hat and sunscreen on the trail.

These are just the saltiest librarians. They hate their jobs and they hate you. Great library! Such…read morea shame. Of course there are exceptions, but the majority of the staff is miserable, bitter and unfriendly and they give the rest a terrible name. Love their programs, hate this branch's staff.

La Farge is an integral part of the neighborhood and a great library…read more It is close to the high school and the Higher Education Center, and it's a great asset to all who live in the neighborhood, including me.