Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of July.
Good morning, Santa Fe.
Santa Fe’s International Folk Art Market set a record this year by attracting 24,000 visitors — they spent over $4 million on artisan pieces from around the world.
The milestone underscores strong local support and global appeal.
The Traditional Spanish Market returns this July in Santa Fe, showcasing juried artwork, and organizers Arlene Cisneros Sena and Jeanette Salazar previewed event details on *Conversations Different*.
New Mexico has launched an advisory map that warns residents about algae in lakes.
The map lists four lakes for review: El Vado Reservoir, Bluewater Lake, Eagle Nest Lake — and Santa Cruz Lake.
Santa Fe will host a public meeting Tuesday to discuss building a temporary housing complex for homeless families near the Genoveva Chavez Community Center on Rodeo Road (5:30-7 p.m.) as the city works with local homeowners on a good neighbor agreement.
The 2026 MLB Draft highlighted New Mexico talent when La Cueva’s Dylan Blomker was picked by the Chicago Cubs, Artesia’s Jack Byers was selected by the Detroit Tigers, and UNM pitcher Cooper Corkrean joined the Kansas City Royals.
The draft reinforces strong local prospects moving to the professional level.
Leonidas Kavakos & Enrico Pace Recital
6:00 – 7:40 PM — New Mexico Museum of Art — Benefits music education — Experience an exquisite Gala Recital featuring masterful violin and piano performances.
Rufus Wainwright Concert
7-10 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of baroque pop and folk melodies from the talented Rufus Wainwright.
Wacky Wecord Wednesday
4:30 – 9:00 p.m. — Tumbleroot Tasting Room at Rancho Viejo — Check for RSVPs — Enjoy a community evening featuring a range of records.
Vivaldi Concertos
5-6 p.m. — New Mexico Museum of Art — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic talents of soloists performing Antonio Vivaldi's celebrated concertos.
Scott and Johanna Hongell-Darsee Performance
2 p.m. — Santa Fe Public Library - Southside Branch — Free entry — Experience enchanting Scandinavian and Celtic ballads with a magical storytelling twist.
Black Moth Super Rainbow Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — $28 plus fees — Experience the otherworldly sounds of Black Moth Super Rainbow’s psychedelic indie pop.
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