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Albuquerque
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque Little Theatre presents A Christmas Story: The Musical — a fun show about Ralphie’s quest for a Red Ryder BB gun — at 224 San Pasquale Ave. SW from Dec. 5 to Dec. 24. The play runs Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m., inviting local families to enjoy a fresh take on a beloved holiday tale. The Paper.
- ➤ Carmella Scorcia Pacheco— a UNM postdoctoral fellow— joined Cameron Goeldner on the 'It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science' podcast to talk about the deep roots and traditions behind farolitos and luminarias in New Mexico. She explained that farolitos use paper bags with candles while luminarias are bonfires that show the mix of family memories and cultural change. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Author Nasario García released Martíneztown, 1945, a book that draws on his personal memories of moving from the Río Puerco Valley to Albuquerque in 1945 and facing early challenges in an old barrio — his work preserves the voices and struggles of a community marked by hardship and hope. The Paper.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM's research community remembered Jessica Hermosillo, a security officer with 22 years of defense contracting experience and three years at the university, who died in October after a brief battle with cancer. She was honored for mentoring colleagues and serving as the FBI liaison—an effort recognized with the ACE Award. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Project Jupiter, a large data center approved by county officials, will use natural gas microgrids to power its operations but its impact on air quality remains unclear—critics and climate advocates are urging more transparency while permit applications have been filed. Local groups worry that the facility could emit high levels of greenhouse gases compared to nearby cities. Source NM
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AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research: Cancer Evolution
Event Duration — Thu, Dec 4 – Sat, Dec 6 — The Clyde Hotel — Registration required — Delve into how evolutionary principles shape cancer dynamics.
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Holiday Stroll in Old Town with NM Museum of Natural History
5-9 p.m. — Old Town Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with local shopping and entertainment from performers.
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Emo Night Karaoke
7-9:30 p.m. — 120 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM — 21+ Ages — Sing your heart out with a live band at this vibrant karaoke night.
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Monday Night Watch Parties with 100.3 The Peak
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Great food and drink specials with live NFL action — Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with giveaways and delicious food.
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The Bouncing Souls Concert
6-9 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with punk rock legends The Bouncing Souls in their energetic live performance.
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Aaron Watson Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Sunshine Building — Tickets from $67 — Experience a night of country music with Aaron Watson in Albuquerque.
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The Legacy Continues: 2 Seasons Beatings
7-9 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Ticket required — Experience an electrifying showdown as top athletes compete for glory in a thrilling celebration of sport's legacy.
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Albuquerque December Brunch
11:30 a.m. — Central Grill and Coffee House — $10 reservation fee — Celebrate the season in your ugliest holiday sweater with delicious food and new connections.
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2nd Annual Luminito Celebration
5:30-11:30 p.m. — National Hispanic Cultural Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with cultural performances, music, and local vendors in a festive outdoor setting.
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Monday Night Watch Parties with 100.3 The Peak at Steel Bender Brewyard
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Enjoy live NFL broadcasts with chances to win a football getaway.
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