Event List

Read the book—or just join the conversation.
Books Behind the Business is a chance to hear real stories, ask questions, and learn from local business owners.

There has never been a better time to write for change; the causes from which to choose are varied and many. But writing a book that inspires and motivates readers to action takes more than a good idea and writing skill.

A Writer and Poet in Conversation: Being Vulnerable

Joan Brooks Baker and Peter Goodwin

Excerpts from their Short Stories, Ballads and Poems

The scourge of tuberculosis during the latter part of the 19th century brought many creative people chasing the cure to Santa Fe. Further north a flat tire resulted in the first art colony in Taos, New Mexico in 1898.

The scourge of tuberculosis during the latter part of the 19th century brought many creative people chasing the cure to Santa Fe. Further north a flat tire resulted in the first art colony in Taos, New Mexico in 1898.

A space to think, discuss, and analyze.

Transform your yard into an oasis! Join Catherine Wygant as she provides an overview of ways to support the health of yard habitats by considering soil, water, artificial light, wildlife shelter, and plants. 

New Mexico has a wonderful selection of plants growing in wild areas that contribute to the region's beauty and resilience, provide food and nesting sites for wildlife, and provide host plants and nectar for pollinators.

Something Queer at the Library

Safe harbor to explore LGBTQ+ literature

April Book Club Discussion:

Join us for a talk by Kyce Bello as she discusses her poems, which explore the intersection between language and landscape.

Join Lauren Camp, former New Mexico Poet Laureate (2022-25), as she discusses her 2026 release, Is Is Enough.

Join us for a panel discussion and readings by some students from the creative writing program at the Institute of American Indian Arts. 

In association with the Santa Fe International Literary Festival

Advice from teens for getting the most out of your technology devices!

Topic: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

April 30, 1926 was the day that the numerical designation for U.S. Route 66 was assigned. This year April 30, 2026 will mark the official kick-off for 100th anniversary.

Join us online or in person for a special tour of the Yiddish Book Center

Between Two Worlds: Exploring Jewish Culture and Religion through Yiddish Literature

Yiddish: An Introduction to Language & Culture (On One Foot!)

Between Two Worlds: Exploring Jewish Culture and Religion through Yiddish Literature

Between Two Worlds: Exploring Jewish Culture and Religion through Yiddish Literature

Something Queer at the Library

Safe harbor to explore LGBTQ+ literature

FREEDOM TO READ, POWER TO WRITE

Between Two Worlds: Exploring Jewish Culture and Religion through Yiddish Literature

Educational Topic: To Be Determined