Today
in Santa Fe
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Downed power lines ignited a fire in Agua Fría today and emergency crews are containing the blaze while assessing nearby damage. Santa Fe New Mexican
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bueno Foods celebrated its 75th anniversary on Monday at its factory in Barelas—holding a special event for employees. The family-owned business, known for tortillas and chile products, employs nearly 330 locals and plans to launch new products soon. KOB 4
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alyssa Maestas, the longtime head of Salazar Elementary, is set to lead El Dorado Community School as she succeeds John Sais, who has been named principal of Early College Opportunities High School. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico awarded more than $13 million for three brackish water projects to address a 244 billion-gallon shortfall; Water Systems Planning earned a $9.1 million contract to assess the Middle Rio Grande Basin + Indewater and Harmony received projects to test desalination and improve water recovery in rural and agricultural areas. KOB 4
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Eldo Jams
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Enjoy a morning filled with joyful music as local musicians gather to share their passion.
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Special Spirits Tasting: Raise the Bar
1-3 p.m. — Milk of the Poppy — $15 general admission, FREE for bartenders — Taste and learn about unique spirits while enhancing your cocktail-making skills.
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River Cleanup & Coffee
9-11 a.m. — De Vargas Park — Free — Participate in a community effort to clean up the river and enjoy coffee while making a positive impact.
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Pottery Throwdown at Paseo Pottery
5-8 p.m. — Paseo Pottery — Supporting local nonprofits — Get creative with pottery while enjoying music and drinks for a great cause.
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The Regular Garden Party & Market
7-11:30 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with music, food, and community spirit at this vibrant garden party.
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Artist Community Critique Circle
5:30-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Art Institute — $8-$35 — Engage in a creative exchange while receiving feedback on your artistic practice.
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CURRENTS Art & Technology Festival
6 p.m. — El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe — $52.20 — Explore the intersections of art, technology, and digital culture in this immersive ten-day festival.
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Joy of Plants Santa Fe - Plant Swap
11 a.m. — Santa Fe Public Library - Southside Branch — Free entry — Exchange plants and learn about horticulture with fellow enthusiasts.
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Eldo Jams
8:30 – 11:30 a.m. — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of music with local musicians in a community gathering.
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Triple Chile Crown - Santa Fe
All day — Fort Marcy Park — Entry fee applicable — Compete in a thrilling pickleball tournament with local enthusiasts.
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