Today
in Santa Fe
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An advocate is urging Santa Fe to start Project Lifesaver to help locate missing seniors by using radio frequency devices at a cost of less than $6K— a measure aimed at at-risk community members. Santa Fe New Mexican
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe police arrested a man—accused of trying to break into an apartment at the Sangre de Cristo Apartments—after a resident reported the incident. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Santa Fe police arrested a suspect at around 10 a.m.—after a man was stabbed near a local chicken restaurant and left in critical condition, according to Deputy Chief Ben Valdez. Santa Fe New Mexican
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Native communities urge New Mexico to embrace native language and culture in the Yazzie/Martinez plan—Delilah Treas said her sister received education on the Mescalero Apache reservation while she attended school in Ruidoso. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ The biggest Native art market in the world came to Santa Fe on Saturday as Indigenous artists passed down traditions and showcased new styles—an event linking heritage with innovation. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Santa Fe Botanical Garden has named Laura Leach as its new executive director and she brings extensive experience from working with public gardens across the country. Santa Fe New Mexican
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The English Beat Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Santa Fe Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of iconic ska sounds from The English Beat and special hits from their all-star band.
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Santa Fe Stargazers Annual Beginners Meeting
7-9 p.m. — Vista Grande Public Library — Free entry — Explore the universe at this welcoming event designed for budding astronomers.
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Community Arts Series: Poetry Reading with Kristin Lueke and Friends
YogaSource is delighted to host Kristin Lueke & fellow local poets for an intimate evening celebrating the intersection of poetic expression and contemplative practice, hosted by Emily Hyland. Please join us for this complimentary evening to hear exceptional poets read their work and stay afterward for a light reception.
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Book Discussion and Dinner on Beavers' Impact
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Double Dragon — Cash only — Explore the surprising role of beavers in ecosystems while enjoying a delicious dinner.
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The Blue Ventures Summer Concert
6-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with the lively sounds of The Blue Ventures featuring cumbias and rancheras.
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50th Anniversary Screening of Jaws
7:30 p.m. — Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate a cinematic classic that revolutionized summer blockbusters.
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City Different Jazz Trio Performance
6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Enjoy a night of smooth jazz with the City Different Jazz Trio.
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World Summit on Eye Infections
7 PM – 11 AM — La Posada de Santa Fe, a Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa — Registration fee required — Explore groundbreaking research aimed at preventing and treating eye infections.
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The Fixx Live in Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — $35–$40 — Experience the innovative sounds of The Fixx as they perform timeless hits from the MTV era.
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Swing Soleil Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy an enchanting evening of acoustic swing music performed by the talented quartet Swing Soleil.
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