Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
Good morning, Albuquerque.
Delilah Montoya’s retrospective exhibit Activating Chicana Resistance opens Saturday at the Albuquerque Museum, showcasing over four decades of art that blends photography, printmaking + installation art and explores themes of Chicanismo with an opening talk at 2 p.m.; the exhibit runs through May 3.
Hundreds of Lobos filled the Roundhouse on Wednesday for UNM Day, where faculty, staff & students met with lawmakers to review funding priorities including a new School of Medicine building and campus enhancements.
University officials said the event highlighted UNM’s role in advancing education and public health.
UNM Grand Challenges issued an RFP for Level 2 teams to solve community problems.
Researchers can attend a session on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 12:30 p.m. at PAIS room 1010 (or Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 12 p.m. via Zoom) with teams receiving up to $200,000 support over two years.
Adrian Faust, a senior in UNM's computer science program, received an honorable mention for the CRA Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Award sponsored by Sandia National Laboratories (and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory).
He earned Best Presentation at the Southwest Robotics Symposium 2025 while researching artificial intelligence in Professor Tapia's lab.
New Mexico lawmakers will debate Senate Bill 18 (Clear Horizons Act) in the Senate Taxation, Business and Transportation committee on Saturday as climate groups call for required emissions reductions for major stationary polluters, with targets set at 45% by 2030, 75% by 2040 and net-zero by 2050.
Magic of Healing Gala
6:45 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Electric Playhouse — Tickets available — Experience an evening of laughter and enchanting magic for a great cause with performances from renowned artists.
Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Performance
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Flamenco Works, Inc. — $10 off for friends and family — Experience a vibrant blend of traditional flamenco and modern styles in a celebration of love and community.
DGM Winter Market
10 AM – 1 PM — Fusion — EBT/SNAP accepted — Experience an array of local foods and handmade goods in a cozy community atmosphere.
Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Performance
1-2 a.m. — 1010 Coal Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM — $10 off for friends and family — Experience a captivating evening of love and passion through a unique blend of flamenco and modern dance.
Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Performance
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Flamenco Works, Inc. — $10 off with a friend — Experience a captivating fusion of flamenco with American and Latin influences in a celebration of love and passion.
Take it to the Limit - A Tribute to the Eagles
7:30-10 p.m. — Kimo Theatre — Cost info not specified — Experience a spectacular tribute to Eagles' classics from talented musicians in a lively atmosphere.
Local Love Art Show
7 AM – 3 PM — Los Ranchos Bakery — Free entry — Discover art from over 15 local creators in a delightful community showcase.
Local Love Art Show
7 AM – 3 PM — Los Ranchos Bakery — Free entry — Explore creations from over 15 local artists at this all-ages community art showcase.
Led Zepagain Tribute Concert
6:30-11:30 p.m. — Historic Lobo Theater & Event Center — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the sounds of Led Zeppelin brought to life by the ultimate tribute band.
Opera Southwest: Aida
2-6 p.m. — Albuquerque Journal Theater — Check local listings — Experience the grandeur of Verdi's masterpiece with stunning performances and unforgettable moments.
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