What Makes Santa Fe The City Different?

Presentation by Dr. John Self, Author of A Santa Fe Compendium

Where: Vista Grande Public Library

When: Thursday, October 1, 7 pm

Price: $25 per person, tickets on sale at the library circulation desk, or online at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/all-about-santa-fe-the-city-different

Travel + Leisure magazine named Santa Fe Best City of the Year for good reason! Join Dr. John Self, author of “A Santa Fe Compendium,” 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at Vista Grande Public Library, in Eldorado, for an entertaining presentation exploring the people, places, stories and curiosities that have made Santa Fe The City Different.

Space is limited to 50. All proceeds benefit the library.

Packed with surprising facts, historical insights, humor and fascinating characters, this talk is perfect for the curious—whether you’ve lived here 60 years or are only passing through. You’ll leave with new stories to tell and a deeper appreciation for the capital of New Mexico, one of the most distinctive cities in the world. Dr. Self will share photos, little-known facts, and memorable stories to offer a fresh perspective on a city many think they already know.