Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
Good morning, Santa Fe.
Two men were arrested in Santa Fe for an alleged vigilante kidnapping after a victim said he feared for his life during an attack behind a south side Anytime Fitness and is now held at county jail.
A local culture editor recently visited Erin Wade’s Vinaigrette in Santa Fe to try its fresh salads and sandwiches made with locally grown produce, praising the flavor and variety of dishes like the Cherry Tart salad.
The review noted the restaurant’s quick takeout service and consistent quality—qualities that make it a neighborhood favorite for healthier dining choices.
Santa Fe fashion curator Amber Dawn Bear Robe left SWAIA to lead an independent Native Fashion Week set for May 8-11—she plans to use the Railyard and local venues for free and low-cost shows and panels that celebrate Indigenous design.
Her new chapter builds on years of experience as she brings together well-known and emerging designers to create a unique cultural event.
Natachee Momaday Gray will celebrate her golden 30th birthday with a poetry reading and music on March 23 at El Rey Court—she will share new work along with readings from her chapbook Silver Box.
Meanwhile, the Santa Fe Teahouse will launch its Après Music Series today with reggae, and Jean Cocteau Cinema will host a live podcast recording with a film screening on March 21 while Ark Books offers a psychedelic talk on March 22—providing a week of diverse local arts events.
A Santa Fe organization lost a grant meant to survey air quality on the south side amid EPA turmoil.
The grant was part of $2 million announced by the Biden administration in 2023 for environmental justice projects.
The city is suing AmeriCorps over changes to grants for its long-running senior services programs that were required in February to not promote DEI activities—officials say the modifications shift service priorities.
Demolition begins today at the long-vacant Downs at the Santa Fe racetrack, a 320-acre tract owned by Pojoaque Pueblo.
Future plans for the property remain unknown—although a hotel could be built on the site.
Robert Earl Keen Concert
Enjoy an evening of live music with Robert Earl Keen at the Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe.
Live Music Featuring DJ Saint John at Totemoff's Grill
Experience live music by DJ Saint John at Totemoff's Bar & Grill every Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM in Ski Santa Fe.
Shakey Graves Live at Lensic Performing Arts Center
Shakey Graves will perform live with Tyler Ballgame at the Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe.
Travel Bug Book Group
5:30-7 p.m. | Travel Bug Specialty Book Store, Coffee Shop and Taproom | Free entry | Engage in an insightful discussion of literature centered around themes of adventure and culture.
Yagody
7:30-8:30 p.m. | New Mexico Museum of Art | Free entry | Experience an engaging evening of art at this local museum event.
Intro to Silversmithing Jewelry Class
1-5 p.m. | Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return | Cost not specified | Explore your creative side and learn the craft of silversmithing in this hands-on workshop.
Emo Night Karaoke with Ikana
7-11:55 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — Check for ticket prices — Sing your heart out with a live band at this Emo-themed karaoke night.
Acoustic Rock Evening with Mark Winters
1-5 p.m. — Iconik Coffee Roasters, Red — Free entry — Enjoy a warm atmosphere filled with positive vibes and acoustic rock tunes.
Yoga
4-5 a.m. — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Start your day with rejuvenating yoga in a serene community space.
Santa Fe Symphony - Eroica
4-5:30 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Admission info not provided — Experience the Santa Fe Symphony featuring Jennifer Higdon's acclaimed Violin Concerto and Beethoven's 'Eroica'.
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