Good morning, Santa Fe.

New Mexico Actors Lab presents Paula Vogel’s play How I Learned to Drive—this two‑hour memory play blends dark comedy with a sensitive look at grooming, consent, and power imbalances.

The production opened yesterday and will continue with 7:30 p.m. shows on Saturday plus a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday at 3205 Calle Marie with tickets ranging from $5 to $40.

Historian Estevan Rael Galvez will unveil his Native Bound Unbound project on two events—one free session at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque on Nov 1 and a sold-out presentation at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Santa Fe on Nov 2—to explore Indigenous slavery through documents, artifacts and stories. In other culture picks, DeVotchKa performed at Meow Wolf on Oct 30, today a free Nightmare on Rufina Street event is held at Second Street Brewery, and the Human Rights Alliance will host its Time Warp Ball fundraiser at Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery on Nov 1.

Casa Chimayo on Water Street now has new owners Benina and chef Joaquin Quintana who have updated the menu to blend traditional New Mexican dishes with flavors from his Diné heritage.

The restaurant now serves fire roasted elote and revamped carne adovada enchiladas and is quickly becoming a local favorite.

Santa Fe will host Día de los Muertos events that allow community members to honor lost loved ones with iconic sugar skulls + traditional practices; details on dates and venues will be shared soon.

On Tuesday north of Albuquerque, Indigenous education experts said the state’s 70-page draft plan lacks details for Native language classes and clear funding or goals, leaving tribal leaders and educators frustrated.

PED is accepting online comments through today to help shape the plan that is due on Nov. 3.

Santa Fe High School ended a lockdown from Wednesday after an alleged weapon sighting and will resume normal classes Thursday morning—police found no immediate threat during the campus sweep while the investigation continues.

New Mexico will begin emergency food aid with $30 million on Nov.

1 for roughly 460,000 residents who will lose their SNAP benefits due to a federal shutdown, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said on Wednesday. The state funds will be distributed through existing Electronic Benefit Transfer cards and cover about the first 10 days of November—providing roughly 30% of normal benefits, with elderly and disabled recipients receiving at least $100.

Seed of the Heart: Children/Parent Workshop on Emotions, Nature & Ancestral Wisdom

1-3 p.m. — Upaya Zen Center — $45 — Explore the connection between emotions and nature through ancestral wisdom in this enriching family workshop.

Osees Live

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return — Ticketed event — Experience the ambitious new sounds of Osees in a unique artistic venue.

Closer Looks: Broadcast News Screening

6-8 p.m. — Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe — $10 entry — Dive into a classic with insights on the 1987 film 'Broadcast News' featuring a special introduction by CCA’s Executive Director.

Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers

5:30-6:00 p.m. — 14 Avenida Torreon, Santa Fe, NM — Free entry — Engage your little ones in early reading with fun stories and activities.

Rick Springfield Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hits of the '80s from Grammy Award-winning artist Rick Springfield.

Grant Knoxlyn Concert

6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Ticket info unavailable — Experience unforgettable melodies and visceral poeticism from singer/songwriter Grant Knoxlyn.

Fall Orchestra Concert

Colin Jacobsen, violin and leader, and Conrad Tao, piano and composer, with the Santa Fe Pro Musica Orchestra at the Lensic Performing Arts Center, performing music by Haydn, Tao, Debussy, and Beethoven. Please use promo code nov9 for 25% off tickets purchased at www.sfpromusica.org.

Eldorado Knitter's Group

10 a.m. - Noon — Eldorado Knitter's Group — Free — A warm gathering for crafters of all abilities to knit and create together.

After School Reading Program

3-4:30 p.m. — Library Assistant's Location — Registration required — Encourage young readers in grades K-3 to find joy in literature and the library.

Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers

5:30-6:00 p.m. — Santa Fe Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an early reading program designed for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers.