Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
Good morning, Albuquerque.
🎭 Culture
Instituto Cervantes of Albuquerque will host the 13th annual ¡Cine Magnífico!
Spanish-language film festival from Nov. 7 to 9 at Bank of America Theatre—kicking off with Una Quinta Portuguesa at 7 p.m.—while West End Productions will show the Irish drama Translations at North Fourth Art Space on Nov. 7. Ballet Folkórico Fiesta Mexicana will honor Maestro Miguel Caro Zaragoza with a tribute dance on Nov. 8 at South Broadway Cultural Center.
Keshet Dance Company will preview its fourth Movement for Mercy production at the Keshet Center for the Arts on Nov.
7-8 at 7:00 p.m. The performance draws on choreography and stories from youth dance classes in juvenile detention centers + features a Q&A to discuss juvenile reform and support for incarcerated youth.
Manuel González was named New Mexico’s poet laureate on November 5th—he will serve a three-year term and launch Voces de la Tierra, a digital archive to share local poetry.
The longtime educator has brought poetry into classrooms for healing and now plans to engage communities across the state.
🎓 Education
The LoboBites finals will take place on November 13 at SUB Ballroom C—graduate students will compete with a three-minute research slide for a chance to win up to $1,000 in scholarship prizes.
The event will feature a 4 p.m. competition, a 5 p.m. reception, and 5:30 p.m. awards along with free food and drinks, a vote for the People's Choice Award, and remarks from UNM President Stokes and Vice President Fisher, with neuroscientist Poppy Crum as guest judge.
UNM-Valencia faculty member Dr. Tammi Duncan-Teller received the 2025 Two-Year College Biology Teacher Award from the National Association of Biology Teachers on Nov.
1 — the honor came with an NABT membership, an award plaque, and a $500 honorarium. The award recognized her innovative, hands-on approach to teaching biology that built student confidence from course start to finish.
🏛️ Government
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller got 36% of the vote in a seven-candidate race and now faces a runoff with former Bernalillo County Sheriff Darren White—low donor spending kept funds low in the contest.
🏈 Sports
The UNM Lobos defeated East Texas A&M in their home opener at the Pit (delivering a dominant performance) and the win set a promising tone for the season (with the team showing strong offense throughout).
Heather Dyche, head coach of UNM women's soccer for 11 seasons, announced she will leave to coach the U.S. Under 23 Women's National Team.
She led the team to four Mountain West regular-season titles + two NCAA Tournament appearances.
The UNM Lobos, led by new coach Eric Olen, won their home opener by defeating the Lions—marking the start of his era at UNM.
🎉 Albuquerque Events
Submit an event →
Conjunto Primavera Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Starting at $104 — Experience the nostalgic rhythms of Conjunto Primavera and dance the night away in Albuquerque.
New West Coast Music Festival Albuquerque
12:00 – 15:00 — Oasis Event Center NM — Ticket prices may vary — Experience live performances from exciting West Coast hip-hop artists and enjoy food and vendor options.
The Geological Story of the Albuquerque Area
3:00–4:00 p.m. — Cherry Hills Public Library — Free entry — Discover the unique geological features of the Sandia Mountains in this engaging lecture by geologist Jayne Aubele.
Monday Night Watch Parties at Steel Bender Brewyard
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Enjoy live broadcasts and win prizes during football season.
The Buttertones Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All ages — Enjoy an evening of dynamic music with The Buttertones at a vibrant venue.
Kids Craft Classes
10:15 a.m. — Bosque Farms Library — Free entry — Unleash your creativity with fun craft classes for kids aged 6-12 every Friday.
Christmas Joy by Magnify Dance Ensemble
2:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Journal Theater — $36-$42 with discounts available — Experience the miracle of Christmas through inspiring dance performances.
Straight No Chaser Live Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating evening of a cappella music from the acclaimed group Straight No Chaser.
Monday Night Watch Parties at Steel Bender Brewyard
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Special deals on food and drinks — Enjoy live NFL action with giveaways and a chance to win a football getaway.
Dirty Brown Jug Band Performance
6-8 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Admission likely applies — Enjoy live music from the Dirty Brown Jug Band while supporting local brews.
🏠 Albuquerque Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Albuquerque Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Albuquerque Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Albuquerque.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.