The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public input on a plan to restore and upgrade Sandia Cave, a historic and culturally significant site in the Sandia Mountains. The proposed improvements […]
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Placitas Community Library announces 2025 Summer Reading Program
The Placitas Community Library is inviting children ages Pre-K through 11 and their families to participate in its 2025 In-Person Summer Reading Program. The program, themed “Color Our World: All […]
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Appreciation Day is Placitas’ annual social hour
Homestead Village Shopping Center will be the spot for connecting with new neighbors and reconnecting with familiar faces this weekend. Placitas Appreciation Day, set for Saturday, will feature a variety […]
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Placitas Artists Series to present Kim Fredenburgh and the Altura Ensemble
The Placitas Artists Series (PAS) will present Kim Fredenburgh and the Altura Ensemble on May 25, at 3 p.m. at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church. The ensemble, led by violist Kim […]
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‘Minding the Web’ exhibit set to open at Wild Hearts Gallery
Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas will host “Minding the Web,” a multi-media exhibit featuring the work of artist Bunny Bowen. The exhibit runs from May 27 to June 29. Bowen’s […]
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Placitas Community Library to host assemblage art exhibit
The Placitas Community Library Art Committee is presenting an exhibition of assemblage works from June 14 to July 17 in the library’s Gracie Lee Community Room. The exhibit will feature […]
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Inaugural Placitas Ranch Fest to showcase local creators
Staff report Get ready to experience the vibrant creativity of Placitas and beyond as the first annual Placitas Ranch Fest is set to debut this summer. On June 21 from […]
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Placitas gallery to host ‘Joan Fenicle: In Praise of Clouds’ exhibition
Staff report Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas will feature “Joan Fenicle: In Praise of Clouds,” an exhibition of oil paintings by local artist Joan Fenicle, running from April 29 to […]
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‘Sandoval Star’ remains unidentified two years later, authorities seek public help
By Kevin Hendricks and Jesse Jones Local law enforcement is seeking public assistance in identifying a deceased woman discovered two years ago under a bridge in the Cibola National Forest, […]
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Placitas Community Library hosting family-friendly events in May
Staff report The Placitas Community Library has released its schedule of events for May, featuring activities for children and families. Pre-K Story Time will be held on May 13 at […]