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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, the nonprofit Elevate the Spectrum is giving hero bags to first responders to help them talk more clearly with people with autism. The bags—filled with a white board, fidgets, sunglasses and noise-canceling headphones—will soon come to Santa Fe and are funded by a $15,000 grant that pays for over 1,000 bags statewide.  KOB 4

CRIME NEWS

  • Four people accused of stealing a Geo Metro at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase on Friday morning were arrested in Pojoaque after a carjacking in Santa Fe.  Santa Fe New Mexican

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A red flag warning takes effect today in parts of the state including the Upper Rio Grande Valley—ongoing drought and strong winds have increased fire risks.  Santa Fe New Mexican

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The governor vetoed a tax package and signed HB 2—the state’s $10.8 billion budget with line-item vetoes—on Friday before her deadline. She again slammed lawmakers over their role in the state finances.  Santa Fe New Mexican

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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'.

    Sun, 4/13/25

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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.

    Mon, 4/14/25

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  • Mikado Madness: A Cultural Exploration

    10 a.m. — Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe — Free venue parking — Dive into the cultural phenomenon of The Mikado with video excerpts and rich imagery.

    Wed, 4/16/25

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  • Do Portugal Circus

    7:30 p.m. — Santa Fe Place Mall — Online pre-sale discounts available — Experience breathtaking stunts and acrobatics in a family-friendly, animal-free circus show under the big top.

    Fri, 4/18/25

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  • Bible Study

    6-8 AM — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Engage in a rich exploration of biblical teachings with a dedicated international community.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Garden Egg Hunt

    10:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Santa Fe Botanical Garden — Adults $15, Youth $5, Free for kids 3 & under — Hunt for eggs with the Easter Bunny among beautiful garden scenery.

    Sun, 4/20/25

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  • Bad Nerves Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return — $39 — Catch the electrifying sounds of Bad Nerves in a vibrant artistic venue.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Do The '80s Pub Crawl

    4:30-9 p.m. — BOXCAR — 25% OFF with code RAD25 — Relive the '80s with neon outfits, contests, and drinks at this themed pub crawl in Santa Fe.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • Santa Fe Pickleball Festival

    8 AM - 8 AM — Fort Marcy Recreation Complex — Check local listings for costs — Play pickleball, take lessons, and join tournaments in a vibrant community atmosphere.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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