Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Meow Wolf CEO Jose Tolosa stepped down after a term marked by controversy over two rounds of layoffs last year — a move that led the board to name a member as interim CEO — as the organization prepares for its next chapter. Santa Fe New Mexican
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Santa Fe youth was sentenced to 18 years in prison for incidents including curb-stomping and shooting, and the judge called him a 'poster boy for setting a bad example.' Santa Fe New Mexican
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe’s first poet laureate Arthur Sze discussed his journey to become a professional writer and read a poem from one of his two new books—he explained how his experience shaped his creative path. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The governor pocket vetoed 17 bills this year — including one to create an indigenous language program in schools and one for wild horse reforms — so they will not become law. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Albuquerque’s mayor and police chief celebrated this weekend that a new law now lets DACA recipients and legal permanent residents join police, marshals, and sheriff forces. More than 51,000 New Mexicans can apply for officer roles—helping to address staffing shortages and expand diversity in law enforcement. KOB 4
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Yoga Session
10-11 a.m. — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Stretch and find your zen in a weekly yoga class designed for all levels.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Live Bluegrass with Banjo Joe and Danielle
1-3 p.m. — Cowgirl BBQ — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of lively bluegrass music with the dynamic duo at a local favorite venue.
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Bike America by Mike Lew
2-4:30 p.m. — New Mexico Actors Lab — $40 for adults, $20 discounted, $5 rush — Experience a theatrical journey across America through the eyes of a young woman seeking happiness.
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