Free outdoor film & music series, firework ban, housing project approved, Old West auction, and more. 
Happy Tuesday, Santa Fe. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Santa Fe Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
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Summer films 🎬
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Housing approval 🏠
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Fireworks ban 🚫
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Summer Scene kicks off: Santa Fe’s free outdoor film and music series opened June 5 at the Railyard with Ozomatli’s 30th-anniversary, moose-themed bash for families — catch the full story.
Alto Street housing approved: After years of delays, the Planning Commission unanimously signed off on Habitat for Humanity’s five-townhouse project at 635 Alto St., and it’s now moving forward — read the full story.
High-risk fireworks banned: Santa Fe County’s prohibition on missile-type rockets, aerial spinners and other high-risk fireworks went into effect June 10 and runs through July 10 to help prevent wildfires — read more.
Highlights this week
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ABQ SummerFest returning again
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Best stargazing spots in New Mexico
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Reimagine philanthropy with Hali Lee
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BOGO at LiggettVille on Tuesdays
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Attend “Unhoused Art” panel discussion
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Lawn looking rough? TruGreen’s 50% off
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
🖼️ All-Encompassing by Susan Stephenson @ Strata Gallery | Tuesday (6/17) at 11 am – Bask in a burst of optimistic hues as Stephenson’s vibrant paintings and drawings light up Strata Gallery. This solo show celebrates everyday beauty and the vivacity of sunlit street signs.
💡 Disrupt Giving. Reimagine Philanthropy @ Santa Fe Woman’s Club | Tuesday (6/17) at 5:30 pm – Join author Hali Lee for an interactive deep dive into bold generosity and fresh giving models. This pay-as-you-can soirée flips the script on donations, so bring your big ideas and open heart.
🥁 Pedrito Martínez Group @ Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery | Tuesday (6/17) at 7:30 pm – Get ready to ride the irresistible Afro-Cuban groove courtesy of New York’s first-call rumbero, Pedrito Martínez. He’s drumming up decades of rumba and Yoruba tradition for a night of high-energy beats, so leave your two-left-feet worries at the door.
⚾ Alpine Cowboys @ Fort Marcy Park | Thursday (6/19) at 6 pm – Saddle up for America’s pastime as the Alpine Cowboys face off against your hometown Fuego under the lights. Pack a cooler, grab your peanuts, and cheer on both teams in this small-town slugfest.
📚 “The Girl in the Middle” Author Event @ Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian | Friday (6/20) at 3 pm – Can a historian bring a forgotten face back to life? Join Martha A. Sandweiss at the Wheelwright Museum for an intimate dive into her latest work, The Girl in the Middle, as she unravels lost identities. With insights from curators Hannah Abelbeck and Dakota Hoska, expect a conversation that’s as insightful as it is revealing. Limited seating means this one’s for serious history buffs.
🚂 The Stargazer @ Sky Railway | Friday (6/20) at 9:30 pm – All aboard for a cosmic cocktail of champagne, live tunes, and starlight as the Stargazer train chugs away from the Depot into the Galisteo Basin. Step onto the open-air car, sip bubbly, and let professional guides spin starry tales that have lit up night skies for centuries. Rain or shine, this celestial soirée is your ticket to a one-of-a-kind midnight adventure.
This weekend
🤠 Old West Show & Auction @ Santa Fe Community Convention Center | Saturday (6/21) at 9 am – Saddle up for Deep West’s showcase of antique treasures, live auctions, and good-old cowboy charm. Whether you’re hunting collectibles or just soaking in the frontier vibes, this two-day hoedown delivers.
🏠 2025 Santa Fe Studio Tour @ Various Studios | Saturday (6/21) at 11 am – Nearly 90 artists fling open their studio doors for two weekends, and you’re invited into their creative sanctuaries. Chat with makers, browse original works, and maybe score a one-of-a-kind treasure straight from the source.
🎸 Billy & Bella @ The Mystic Santa Fe | Saturday (6/21) at 9 pm – Dream-pop duo Billy & Bella return to cast their folk-rock spell under the Santa Fe stars. Grab a drink, settle in, and let their laid-back desert-psychedelia wash over you.
🚗 Monthly SOSF Meet @ Rufina Street Warehouse | Sunday (6/22) at 1 pm – Car enthusiasts, start your engines! Join us for our second monthly SOSF meetup with great tunes, tasty food, and a laid-back 420-friendly vibe. Roll in with your ride and stay for the photoshoot with Cam.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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6/17 Pedrito Martínez Group @ Tumbleroot – 7:30 pm
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6/17 Punch Brothers @ The Lensic – 7:30 pm
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6/17 Downtown Blues Jam @ Evangelo’s Cocktail Lounge – 8 pm
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6/17 Midnight Wolf EDM @ Boxcar Live – 9 pm
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6/18 YC and the Moondance Kid @ Botanical Gardens – 6 pm
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6/18 David Miner @ El Rey Court – 8 pm
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6/19 Carlos Barata @ Tumbleroot – 5 pm
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6/19 2-Steppin’ @ Tiny’s Restaurant – 7 pm
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