Aquarium Overnight at the Albuquerque BioPark – November 17th

How about taking the kids for the coolest sleepover around – the Aquarium Overnight at the Albuquerque BioPark on Friday, November 17th? Check in between 6:30 – 7:00 pm before embarking on an evening filled with all things oceanic: meeting the animals up close in touch pools, making ocean-themed crafts, and watching a marine movie in … Read more

Indigenous Comic Con at the Isleta Resort and Casino, November 10th – 12th

Now in its second year, Indigenous Comic Con features indigenous pop culture at its finest and offers what you would expect from a comic con – panel discussions, vendors, costumed attendees and a great line-up of guests. “Get your indigenerd on…again!” November 10th – 12th at the Isleta Resort and Casino in Albuquerque. http://www.indigenouscomiccon.com/

Quilts of Southwest China Exhibit at the Museum of International Folk Art

On display through January 21, 2018, the Quilts of Southwest China Exhibit at the Museum of International Folk Art offer the chance to see quilts made in small, ethnic minority communities and which reveal new insights into these artists’ contemporary lives as they adapt to tremendous changes in their homeland China. http://www.internationalfolkart.org/exhibitions/exhibition-details?eventID=2890

Sweet New Mexico Red Chile Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

Here’s a delicious way to make use of the leftover pumpkins at your local grocery store – how about whipping up a batch of Sweet New Mexico Red Chile Pumpkin Seeds? Not only will you be putting the pumpkins to good use that might otherwise be tossed, you’ll be boosting your health as well – pumpkin … Read more

TONIC Jazz Bar

Go check out Santa Fe’s newest addition to our night life scene!  TONIC is a fabulous new bar with an intimate feeling that takes you back to the 1920s jazz era. Enjoy carefully crafted mixed-drinks and delicious small plates of comfort food. We recommend the Canadian poutine made with fresh cut potatoes and cheese curd … Read more

How to Make a New Mexican Chile Ristra or Wreath

As we near the end of the chile harvest, now is the time to make your own chile ristra or wreath. Ristra is Spanish for “string” and you will find ristras throughout New Mexico year-round.  Chile wreaths typically show up at winter holiday time, of course. Both ristras and wreaths are a decoration much loved … Read more

Dixon Studio Tour! November 4th & 5th

Coming up this weekend is the 36th annual Dixon Studio Tour! This event is a wonderful way to take in the last glorious days of autumn while tackling your holiday shopping. Visit the studios of over two dozen artists, as well as businesses offering locally sourced wine, herbs, and produce in this small town nestled … Read more

Santa Fe DEAD

If you still have no plans for tonight then why not check out SANTA FE DEAD. This new experience from the Santa Fe Playhouse is part haunted house, part interactive theater and part live-action video game. At staggered times all evening, participants will form a team to be guided through zombie-infested buildings in search of … Read more

Green Chili Stew – Mom’s Version!

Our mouths are just watering looking at this recipe for Green Chili Stew.  There’s nothing better to eat in the crispness of Autumn, and it’s a perfect remedy for the cold you might get from the yo-yo-ing temperatures that occur in Santa Fe at this time of year.  This recipe is “mom’s version.” http://newmexiconomad.com/nomadblog/#!/blog/posts/Moms-Recipe–Green-Chile-Stew/41