Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
Good morning, Santa Fe.
The driver involved in the crash that killed the former LANL director is set to face a hearing this week after a court change— the fatal crash occurred on Sept.
6 on East Road near Los Alamos.
A driver crashed into a downtown UPS store in Santa Fe, injuring five people—four were taken to a local hospital and one declined treatment.
Santa Fe police—working with the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office—arrested 33 year old Raul Peña Gonzalez on Sunday after he stabbed a man several times at a homeless encampment near Church's Chicken on Sawmill Road, leaving the victim in critical condition.
Taos singer-songwriter Max Gomez discussed his debut album Memory Mountain—which features a title track co-written with Michael Martin Murphey—and announced his upcoming Santa Fe show during his Conversations Different interview.
PNM, the city, and the county will hold a town hall on wildfire preparedness in Santa Fe as part of a series of meetings planned to help residents in high-risk areas—more sessions will take place this year and next in other parts of New Mexico.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A Prairie Home Companion's 50th Anniversary Celebration
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Santa Fe Opera — $39–$149 — Celebrate 50 years of humor and music with Garrison Keillor and special guests in a night of nostalgia and laughter.
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