Friday, March 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Talpa artist Jeff Cochran suffered a devastating fire on Tuesday morning—strong winds and the threat of late-season snow complicated the scene—and he plans to rebuild his studio. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Muñoz said New Mexico is wasting money by not spending $6 billion in pork barrel funds. The chair of Senate Finance said he will tap unspent capital outlay first if budget cuts happen—showing a plan to target this spending gap. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Lawmakers are racing to fix the Children Youth and Families Department with Senate Bill 42 that moves the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act to the Healthcare Authority — more than $20 million is set aside to help vulnerable families. Some critics worry the change may not fix the long-standing problems with getting care quickly. KOB 4
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Yoga
4-5 a.m. — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Start your day with rejuvenating yoga in a serene community space.
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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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Neon Trees Concert
8-11 p.m. — Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return — Last-minute ticket availability — Enjoy a night with Neon Trees in a unique artistic venue.
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