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Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas will present Enchanted Forest: An Invitational Show, Dec. 2 - 28, 2025, featuring guest artists Sandra and Michael Kadisak, Alfons Schuster and Katie Thomas, according to a release by artist and gallery member Colleen Gregoire. An artist reception is planned for Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Arts & Culture, Placitas

Wild Hearts Gallery to present ‘Enchanted Forest’ holiday exhibition

by Kevin Hendricks November 25th, 2025November 25th, 2025

By Noah Gollin Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas will present Enchanted Forest: An Invitational Show, Dec. 2 – 28, 2025, featuring guest artists Sandra and Michael Kadisak, Alfons Schuster and Katie Thomas, according to a release by artist and gallery member Colleen Gregoire. An artist reception is planned for Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. […]

John Franklin, who operates the cafe with his wife Christine, suffered a stroke approximately one week ago and was hospitalized before being discharged to continue rehabilitation at home, according to a GoFundMe page created by family friend Virginia.

General Interest, Placitas

Placitas Cafe owner recovering from stroke as community rallies support

by Kevin Hendricks November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

More than 100 local artists and crafters will showcase their work at six venues across this small mountain community Saturday and Sunday as the Placitas Holiday Market returns for its fifth year.

Events, Placitas

Placitas Holiday Market returns for fifth year this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

The Placitas Community Library will host a free star party Saturday evening, offering residents a chance to view celestial objects through various telescopes.

General Interest, Placitas

Star party set for Saturday at Placitas Community Library

by Kevin Hendricks November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025

The Placitas Chamber of Commerce will host a Turkey Bingo event on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Placitas Elementary School cafeteria, 5 Calle Del Carbon.

General Interest, Placitas

Placitas Chamber to host Turkey Bingo fundraiser for elementary school

by Kevin Hendricks November 13th, 2025November 13th, 2025

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General Interest, Placitas

Las Placitas Association Report: Forest service work continues, community efforts and native plants

by Kevin Hendricks October 29th, 2025October 29th, 2025

The Placitas Artists Series has been awarded $240,000 to develop Las Huertas Plaza in the heart of the Sandoval County community.

General Interest, Placitas

Placitas Artists Series receives $240,000 grant for community plaza project

by Kevin Hendricks October 24th, 2025October 24th, 2025

Casa Rosa Food Pantry is seeking $25 donations from each Placitas resident during October to support neighbors facing food insecurity.

General Interest, Placitas

Food pantry launches community fundraiser in Placitas

by Kevin Hendricks October 6th, 2025October 6th, 2025

Placitas residents looking to be updated on all the major issues in the community may get their wish Oct. 12. The Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association's annual meeting will feature guest speakers with new information on prescribed burns, fire insurance, the end of a nearby mining operation and other topics.

Let’s talk, Placitas

by Rodd Cayton October 3rd, 2025October 7th, 2025

The Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District will host a Wood Chipper Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant located at 1 Camino de la Buena Vista in Placitas.

Events, Placitas

Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District to host Wood Chipper Day in Placitas

by Kevin Hendricks October 3rd, 2025October 3rd, 2025

Kelley and Ric Tredwin currently serve as advisors to the Placitas Community Library on long-term investment strategies and legacy planning. Their stated mission is to help people overcome financial worries related to investing, retirement and wealth management.

General Interest, Placitas

Placitas library offers financial education workshop

by Kevin Hendricks October 2nd, 2025October 2nd, 2025

The Placitas Resilience & Emergency Preparedness Alliance (PREP), formed in March, wants to share information and resources that will help residents prepare for an emergency and best avoid or minimize injuries and property damage.

Preparedness is preferred in Placitas

by Rodd Cayton September 29th, 2025September 29th, 2025

Photo of the day: Lightning in Placitas

by Kevin Hendricks September 17th, 2025September 17th, 2025

Rainbow over the Sandia Mountains / USFS

Forest Service ranger establishes monthly office hours in Placitas

by Kevin Hendricks September 15th, 2025September 15th, 2025

The Placitas Chamber of Commerce will host a chili cook-off this month to raise funds for a local youth organization.

Events, Placitas

Placitas Chamber to host chili cook-off fundraiser for 4H Club

by Kevin Hendricks September 3rd, 2025September 3rd, 2025