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in Santa Fe
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Española Humane announced that its animal shelter will close temporarily to remove mold — and to replace its roof — and will reopen Dec. 9 while new animal intakes remain paused until Dec. 15 except for urgent public safety cases. Santa Fe New Mexican
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State leaders plan to add a structured literacy program in classrooms while some in the dyslexic community say the new rules do not help all students — they ask lawmakers to review the approach. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Preliminary state data shows that 4,016 new students will enroll in New Mexico colleges this fall — a 3.6% increase from fall 2024. This marks the fourth consecutive year of growing enrollment. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Public Safety will hold an event Saturday in Santa Fe to offer resources and support to families of missing people—aiming to connect them with needed services. Santa Fe New Mexican
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Grant Knoxlyn Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Ticket info not specified — Experience unforgettable melodies and visceral poeticism from singer/songwriter Grant Knoxlyn.
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Pathways Winter Market 2025
9 AM – 4 PM — Poeh Arts Program — Free entry — Discover exceptional Indigenous artwork from over 450 talented artists at this annual celebration.
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Handel's Messiah Performance
4-5:30 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the elegance and hope of Handel’s Messiah in a stunning oratorio performance.
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Adult Technology Class: Cord Cutting
5-7 p.m. — Santa Fe — Free entry — Learn how to cut costs on phone, TV, and internet while becoming a smarter consumer.
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Eldorado Knitter's Group
10 a.m.-Noon — 14 Avenida Torreon, Santa Fe, NM — Free entry — Engage with fellow crafters of all abilities in a welcoming environment.
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Thanksgiving Celebration at 315 Restaurant
— 4-8:30 p.m. — 315 Restaurant & Wine Bar — $125 per person — Experience a modern twist on traditional French cuisine this Thanksgiving.
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The Half-Life of Marie Curie
7:30-9 p.m. — New Mexico Actors Lab — Adults $40, Preview tickets $20 — Experience the powerful story of Marie Curie's struggle against societal gossip and the strength of female friendship.
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Intro to Strength Movement
Get back into aging strong. Get coached online from home on weight bearing exercises plus posture and stability for men and women over 55 years.
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Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers
10:30-11:00 a.m. — 14 Avenida Torreon — Free entry — Engage young minds with a delightful early reading program for toddlers and preschoolers.
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The Half-Life of Marie Curie
7:30-9 p.m. — New Mexico Actors Lab — Adults $40, preview tickets $20 — Explore the inspiring friendship of two pioneering women in science amidst societal challenges.
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