Good morning, Santa Fe.

Officials removed 12 trees at Fort Marcy Park for Zozobra insurance requirements, sparking protests on Aug.

21 where city staff outlined a $200,000 plan to replant up to 36 trees as part of a $5 million beautification project—local advocate Billie Blair urged that funds be used to boost tree equity in other neighborhoods. The plan will lead to further public meetings as the design process progresses.

Doodlet’s Toy Store and Gift Shop turned 70 this year and was sold on New Year's Eve to local family co-owners Monica Solano-Scarborough—along with her daughters Savannah and Hailee—who plan to add local touches like a 10% discount for residents while honoring the shop’s long history and community support.

Composer Ross Hamlin will lead a super-band to debut his original score at the Burning of Zozobra this Friday at Fort Marcy—he recruited local musicians to play keys, drums, cello, violin and trumpet to match the event’s mood.

Cinema Artistic Programmer Cole Forrest took over the Center for Contemporary Arts theater in February and now supports local film and visual arts with screenings of indigenous, queer, and foreign films.

They plan to produce their first feature and expand programming — a new step in Santa Fe's creative scene.

Local business owners hurt by slow Guadalupe Street construction have organized the 'In Guad We Trust' fundraiser Sunday from noon—8 p.m. at 740 Cerrillos Rd to help struggling shops while Santa Fe hosts a queer dance party today at The Mystic, a Magic: the Gathering event Friday at 5 p.m. at 1966 Cerrillos Rd C, and a small art show opening Tuesday at Art Mozaik Fine Art.

Santa Fe will host the 101st Burning of Zozobra on Friday, August 29th—where the towering marionette will burn to lift the city's gloom while ticket sales remain capped.

Local officials in Santa Fe are taking steps to protect the electrical grid from wildfire risks this season—new safety measures will be put in place to help prevent power outages.

In June, Brooke Rollins announced her intent to revoke the roadless rule in Santa Fe — the public may submit comments until Sept.

19.

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.

Tab Benoit Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $37 — Experience the blues and guitar brilliance of Tab Benoit, a Southern Louisiana musical gem.

Entreflamenco Fall Season 2025

6:15 p.m. — El Flamenco Cabaret — Tickets available — Experience the best Flamenco performance in New Mexico this fall.

Birdtalker Live Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — $18-$20 — Experience the infectious sound of Birdtalker alongside Boy Golden in a cozy brewery setting.

Eldorado at Santa Fe Studio Tour

10 AM – 5 PM — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Explore local artists' talents during the 33rd Annual Studio Tour showcasing diverse artworks in a community setting.