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Albuquerque
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Queer and trans youth who age out of foster care can find help at Casa Q and Casa Lola in Albuquerque. Both programs offer safe housing but have few beds and long wait lists (more funding is needed) to support these young people. Source NM
- ➤ Kevin Thompson, 65, began volunteering with the Aging and Long-Term Services Department Ombudsman Program mid-September to help ensure quality care at local nursing homes and assisted living facilities (he completed online training before starting his work). He will gather and report residents' concerns to improve their treatment. Source NM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Christmas Eve, neighbors in a small community near Old Town joined to light over 1,000 luminarias — a tradition dating back over 400 years — with Peter Baca, who returned from the East Coast after 38 years, leading the effort as a symbol of hope for the holiday. KOAT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ BorderPlex Digital Assets previewed Project Green, a renewable energy plan to supply up to 500 megawatts by 2028 and 1,000 megawatts by 2032 for the AI data center at Project Jupiter in Santa Teresa. The developer will request market information on Jan. 16 for renewable power proposals for the project. Albuquerque Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Aging and Long Term Services will expand New Mexicare to boost monthly aid up to $1400 for more caregivers, aiming to double enrollment to 1000 with a proposed $6.2 million boost while also expanding a pilot (supporting grandparents raising grandchildren) across New Mexico. Albuquerque Journal
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Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings
6:30-7:30 p.m. — African American Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a beautiful candlelit setting.
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River of Lights
5-10 p.m. — ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden — Adults $21, Youth $12 — Experience New Mexico's largest walk-through holiday light show with dazzling displays and festive activities.
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Monday Night Watch Parties at Steel Bender Brewyard
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Enjoy live NFL action with giveaways and great food.
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Midland Concert
6:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Route 66 Casino Hotel — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the energetic sounds of Midland this New Year's Eve.
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Albuquerque Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North — Free entry — Meet live with hiring employers and explore career opportunities.
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Gene Simmons Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Backstage at Revel — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable live performance by the legendary Gene Simmons.
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International District Book Group
5-6:30 p.m. — International District Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions about inclusive YA books with diverse characters and themes.
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Giant Kaleidoscope Experience
10 AM – 5 PM — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning visual patterns with various items.
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