New little free library, parking garage repairs, an AI degree, art ranking, community arts collab, 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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Opera train service 🚂
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Free little library debut 📚
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NMSU AI degree 🤖
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Summer opera train service: The Santa Fe Opera and Rail Runner Express are offering Saturday night trains and round-trip shuttles between the Santa Fe Depot and the Opera — check out the details.
Garage repairs under way: Work at Santa Fe’s downtown Sandoval Parking Garage is underway and will continue through the summer, with parking spaces restricted only briefly — see the details.
Santa Fe’s Indigenous Library Debut: The Santa Fe Indigenous Center has installed the city’s first-ever Indigenous Little Free Library at 1420 Cerrillos Rd, complete with custom Native designs and a Heart Drum collection — learn more.
The most underrated investment: While markets seesaws with the headlines, gold and silver are quietly holding value behind the scenes. Curious how it works? Snag this free investor kit to learn more.
Highlights this week
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NMSU launches an AI degree
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NM ranks ninth in the US for the arts
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Attend a community arts panel discussion
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BOGO deals at Liggettville on Tuesdays
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Spark Talk examines & discusses public lands
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Get 1/2 off your first TruGreen lawn treatment
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Scoops of sunshine: Cafe Des Artistes is your passport to gelato heaven, where every scoop tastes like a vacation in a cup—from tangy raspberry to velvety Sicilian pistachio. It’s hands-down the sweetest way to beat the heat this weekend.
Pocket-sized perfection: If you’re craving dumplings that dance between delicate pleats and bold fillings, look no further than Dumpling Tea & Dim Sum—they steam, they sear, they even deep-fry, but no matter the shape, each bite packs a flavor punch you won’t see coming.
See clearly, look cheeky: Ready to upgrade your eye game? The Optical Shop of Santa Fe isn’t your grandma’s eyewear counter (unless grandma’s a style icon). From retro cat-eyes to modern minimalist frames that whisper “I’ve got this,” they’ll have you seeing—and being seen—in a whole new light.
Kickflip ready: Drop in for decks, wheels, and gear that won’t bail on you—Initiate Skateboarding keeps everything locked in so you can focus on landing that trick instead of worrying about snapped axles.
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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
🥁 MarchFourth with Partizani Brass Band @ Santa Fe Plaza | Tuesday (7/1) at 6 pm – Doors swing open at 5 pm, so grab your spot early and join this all-ages street party event for free. MarchFourth’s 15-piece extravaganza blends brassy funk, rock, and jazz into a spectacle of dancers and acrobats that’ll have you grooving in no time. Pack a blanket, fill up your water bottle, and get ready for a colorful explosion of high-energy fun—no booze required.
🃏 Casual Commander and cEDH Night @ WZKD Games Southside | Wednesday (7/2) at 3 pm – Roll dice and shuffle cards at this laid-back Commander and cEDH session in Southside’s gaming hub. Bring your prepped deck or trade spicy combos with new opponents while you sip on brew and banter over mana curves. It’s tabletop magic without the tournament pressure—just pure card-slinging fun.
🎨 Drink and Draw @ Second Street Brewery’s Rufina Taproom | Wednesday (7/2) at 6:30 pm – Sketch, sip, and socialize at this chill art meetup where pens, pencils, and tablets rule the roost. Whether you’re a doodle newbie or a seasoned sketcher, you’ll love the casual drawing games—think Exquisite Corpse—and meeting fellow creatives over a cold one. It’s the perfect blend of art-school vibes and pub hangs.
🍹 Margarita Rail @ Santa Fe Depot | Thursday (7/3) at 7:10 pm – Hop aboard this enclosed train car for a scenic New Mexico ride complete with a complimentary margarita and live music. Savor a marg-centric menu while you roll through desert vistas, and grab extra snacks and cocktails onboard. Tracks and tequila—does it get any better?
🥞 48th Annual Pancakes on the Plaza @ Santa Fe Plaza | Friday (7/4) at 7 am – Rise and shine, Santa Fe! Get your stack on at this early-bird breakfast bash where each pancake is just $12 (or snag four for $40 if you’re feeling ambitious). It’s the perfect way to fuel your Independence Day festivities with syrupy smiles and plaza vibes.
📚 Books and Blooms @ Santa Fe Botanical Garden | Friday (7/4) at 10 am – Storytime gets a garden makeover for kiddos 6 and under (plus their grown-ups). Enjoy a tale among the blooms, then explore hands-on activity stations—just $5 for children and as low as $8 for members. A fresh chapter in family fun, every first Friday from May through September!
This weekend
🚂 Lore of the Land @ Sky Railway | Saturday (7/5) at 1:30 pm – All aboard for history on the rails! Sip complimentary champagne as storytellers and live musicians bring the Galisteo Basin’s past to life. Your ticket locks in an enclosed-seat adventure; just pack extra snacks and leave your worries at the station. Choo-choose this epic train ride for a weekend thrill!
🛠 Powertool Racing v3 & Maker Olympics @ Make Santa Fe | Saturday (7/5) at 2 pm – Rev up your drill bits and brace for chaos — it’s the one day when saws, sanders, and grinders go full throttle! Cheer on DIY daredevils as they race souped-up power tools to the finish line. Part adrenaline-fueled spectacle, part workshop mayhem, and 100% unforgettable.
📜 Leslie Ullman and Karen Kevorkian Poetry Reading @ Geronimo’s Books | Saturday (7/5) at 4 pm – Two stellar poets, one cozy bookstore: dive into fresh verses from Leslie Ullman (Unruly Tree) and Karen Kevorkian (Here in My Body It Feels Crowded). Expect craft insights, playful wordplay, and maybe a surprise twist or two. Poetry aficionados and curious souls alike, grab your seat for an evening of lyrical magic.
🎪 Santa Fe Mini Makers Market @ Santa Fe Railyard Plaza | Sunday (7/6) at 10 am – Who needs sleep when you’ve got pint-sized entrepreneurs and future business moguls taking over the Plaza? Come cheer on these amazing kiddos as they vend, create, and hustle their way through Family Day. Mark your calendars—this is one market you won’t want to miss!
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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7/1 MarchFourth and more @ Santa Fe Plaza – 6 pm
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7/1 The Tuesday Downtown Blues Jam @ Evangelo’s Cocktail Lounge – 8 pm
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7/1 Midnight Wolf EDM Night @ Boxcar – 9 pm
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7/2 Johnny Lloyd @ Nathalie Santa Fe – 5 pm
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7/2 Sunset Serenade @ Santa Fe Depot – 7:10 pm
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7/3 New Age Phonograph @ Iconik Coffee Roasters Red – 1 pm
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7/3 Flyin’ Hot Saucers @ Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery – 5 pm
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7/3 Dine & Dance 2-Steppin’ @ Tiny’s Restaurant and Lounge – 7 pm
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7/3 Rumba Thursdays @ Boxcar – 9 pm
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