The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. In this class we will discuss how to navigate on the iPad and how to use some of the apps. Students will learn how to create bookmarks in Safari and how to use it as an e-reader. iPads will not be provided so students should bring their own devices ready to use.…Learn More
Shared reading group and Book of the Month Club at Sage Cafe Library. Optional reading out loud, bring an article that interests you or a book you have enjoyed. Group meets every Monday for shared reading with the last Monday of the month reserved to chat about the book of the month.
Adults, join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures, while playing Dungeons and Dragons at your Library! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned…Learn More
Adults over 50, join us at the Munson Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! Registration is required.…Learn More
Come and discuss your favorite books, the books you’re reading now and anything you’re excited to read soon! Hear what others are reading and maybe find something new to enjoy!
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Are you uncomfortable using a computer? Do you want to understand how to use it without the fear of doing something to break it? This class will discuss what computers are and some ways to properly use them in your daily lives.…Learn More
Winter is coming and the bears are getting ready by. .. knitting. Drop in and make a bear themed winter card. For adults and teens.
Laughter Yoga is a popular movement and breathing exercise that aims to cultivate joy, bring out your inner child, and help you let go of daily life stressors.Laughter Yoga involves various movement and breathing exercises to promote intentional laughter.…Learn More
READ the VoteThe candidates for President and Vice President all have books by or about them. Read the books and come have a respectful talk about where these people come from, what they believe, and what their goals are. Focus will be on Great Again by Donald Trump, and Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance.…Learn More
Join PFLAG Las Cruces and the Las Cruces Public Libraries at the Rio Grande Theatre for a film screening of Kinky Boots (2005). A drag queen comes to the rescue of a man who, after inheriting his father's shoe factory, needs to diversify his product if he wants to keep the business afloat.…Learn More
Qi Gong originated in China about 4,000 years ago. It is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, which state that qi, or energy, is present in everyone’s body. Qigong uses simple poses and breathing patterns to promote a healthy flow and reduce stagnation of qi.…Learn More
Come together for a fun discussion about the most popular genre of stories. Each month we'll focus on a different topic. Read a book on that topic and bring some recommendations if you have them. This month we'll talk about Gothic Romance.We'll meet in person and on Zoom.…Learn More
Learn how to document your days, thoughts, feelings, and ideas using simple and creative techniques that go beyond the standard written journal. Expand your outlook on the way you see life by expressing yourself on the page. For ages 18 and up.
Join us to play games and do puzzles every Friday from 12:30-2 pm at Sage Cafe! We do have some games, but feel free to bring one and some friends.
October is traditionally for horror movies. We're looking at something even scarier, the sudden fight for life while going about a normal day. 10:30 am - The Towering Inferno (1974) During the opening party of a brand new skyscraper, a colossal, raging fire breaks out, threatening the lives of those inside.…Learn More
Join four NMSU alumni for a poetry medley. The event will include diverse poetry and poetry styles from three Las Cruces poets and one Silver City poet. The poets include), Allison Layfield (author of Serpent), Miguel De La Cruz (author of The Dress of Queen Kitsch), Tim Staley (author of The Pieces You Have Left), and Heather Frankland (author of Midwest Musings and the poet laureate of Silver City and Grant...
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Are you uncomfortable using a computer? Do you want to understand how to use it without the fear of doing something to break it? This class will discuss what computers are and some ways to properly use them in your daily lives.…Learn More
Shared reading group and Book of the Month Club at Sage Cafe Library. Optional reading out loud, bring an article that interests you or a book you have enjoyed. Group meets every Monday for shared reading with the last Monday of the month reserved to chat about the book of the month.
Join us for a film screening of the movie, based on the banned book American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis. Synopsis: A rich Wall Street player basks in his late-1980s yuppie lifestyle, but behind his slick appearance lurks a murderous monster.…Learn More
Adults, join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures, while playing Dungeons and Dragons at your Library! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned…Learn More
Join us at the Munson Branch Library for our series on Making Miniatures: This week we will be making miniature no 2. pencils and colored pencils from toothpicks and paint!All materials provided.
Adults over 50, join us at the Munson Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! Registration is required.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Do you know what the Internet is? In this class we will discuss better ways to navigate the Internet and some tips on how to stay safe online. Registration is not required.
Have you ever seen those cute purses made out of a hardback book? Would you like to learn how to make one? Join Deanna for this multi-session class. This is a larger project that takes some time, so you will need to plan to attend multiple sessions.…Learn More
Las Cruces Chess Club with coach Manny Arellano is primarily for homeschoolers, but open to anyone, to learn the game and apply it to life. Beginners to advanced players are welcome. Our time together begins with a quick set-up, play, individual coaching, and a lesson.
Laughter Yoga is a popular movement and breathing exercise that aims to cultivate joy, bring out your inner child, and help you let go of daily life stressors.Laughter Yoga involves various movement and breathing exercises to promote intentional laughter.…Learn More
Bring a project and then craft and chat! Get inspired to start that project you've been putting off! All craft types and skill levels are welcome!
Come tell us about the books you have been reading and hear about what others been reading. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month. We will meet in person AND over Zoom.Topic: What Have You Been ReadingJoin Zoom Meeting : https://us05web. zoom.…Learn More
Learn how to use the easiest (and free) digital design project resource: Canva.You'll sign up for a free Canva. com account and create a flyer. In doing so, you'll learn how to search templates, change fonts, sizes, and colors, insert images and edit them, save and export your file.…Learn More
Grab your Nintendo Switch or your Nintendo Switch Lite and your copy of Animal Crossing New Horizons and join us at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for an Animal Crossing New Horizons Halloween Social! Visit each other's islands, trade fruit, flowers and DIY recipies, and get decorating inspiration! We will vote on the best in-game Halloween display and make paper Halloween garlands.…Learn More
Learn how to document your days, thoughts, feelings, and ideas using simple and creative techniques that go beyond the standard written journal. Expand your outlook on the way you see life by expressing yourself on the page. For ages 18 and up.
Join us to play games and do puzzles every Friday from 12:30-2 pm at Sage Cafe! We do have some games, but feel free to bring one and some friends.
Adults, join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures, while playing Dungeons and Dragons at your Library! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned…Learn More
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
Tai chi is an art embracing the mind, body and spirit. Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn and soon delivers its health benefits.…Learn More
Adults over 50, join us at the Munson Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! Registration is required.…Learn More
Join us at the Munson Library to discuss your writing! Discuss struggles and challenges with your peers! Get and give Peer Feedback! Make friends with fellow writers!
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. A class where students will learn how to manage their digital files. Students will learn how to upload photos from a smart phone to a computer either directly or through the cloud. Once on the computer, students will learn how to organize files on the computer.…Learn More
Have you ever seen those cute purses made out of a hardback book? Would you like to learn how to make one? Join Deanna for this multi-session class. This is a larger project that takes some time, so you will need to plan to attend multiple sessions.…Learn More
Laughter Yoga is a popular movement and breathing exercise that aims to cultivate joy, bring out your inner child, and help you let go of daily life stressors.Laughter Yoga involves various movement and breathing exercises to promote intentional laughter.…Learn More
READ the VoteThe candidates for President and Vice President all have books by or about them. Read the books and come have a respectful talk about where these people come from, what they believe, and what their goals are. In The Truths We Hold, Kamala Harris reckons with the big challenges we face together.…Learn More
Create Halloween diorama scene jars using small jars to create either a votive jack-o-lantern OR a diorama Halloween scene. This event is intended for Teens and Adults.
Qi Gong originated in China about 4,000 years ago. It is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, which state that qi, or energy, is present in everyone’s body. Qigong uses simple poses and breathing patterns to promote a healthy flow and reduce stagnation of qi.…Learn More
Learn how to document your days, thoughts, feelings, and ideas using simple and creative techniques that go beyond the standard written journal. Expand your outlook on the way you see life by expressing yourself on the page. For ages 18 and up.
Join us to play games and do puzzles every Friday from 12:30-2 pm at Sage Cafe! We do have some games, but feel free to bring one and some friends.
Join us for a viewing and discussion of this 2020 film that "explores Georgia representative's, 60-plus years of social activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, health care reform, and immigration. " This showing and the following discussion are presented in partnership with NMSU’s Black Student Association (BSA) and Black Programs within the Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity.…Learn More
Join us from 1pm – 2pm to talk about the books that haunt your grey matter and tingle your spine. Get recommendations from other ghouls and find your next revolting read! Terrifying Tomes! is part of a new ongoing, rotating speculative fiction book club that meets every third Saturday.…Learn More
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Did you know your cell phone can do more than make phone calls? Do your family and friends ask you to send them text messages instead of calling them, but you don't know how? Do you want to learn how to use your phone to listen to audio books when you are on the go? Join us as we uncover some of the...
Shared reading group and Book of the Month Club at Sage Cafe Library. Optional reading out loud, bring an article that interests you or a book you have enjoyed. Group meets every Monday for shared reading with the last Monday of the month reserved to chat about the book of the month.
Adults, join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures, while playing Dungeons and Dragons at your Library! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned…Learn More
Tai chi is an art embracing the mind, body and spirit. Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn and soon delivers its health benefits.…Learn More
Join us at the Munson Branch Library for our series on Making Miniatures: This week we will be making miniature paper weights and various assorted desk papers!All materials provided.
Adults over 50, join us at the Munson Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! Registration is required.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Do you have questions on how to better use your email? Do you know how to send attachments? Join us for a discussion about emails. Your wildest email questions will be answered. Registration is not required.
Social Justice Book Group will discuss books related to a topic of local, national or international importance. A librarian will introduce a book on the subject and group members are invited to introduce a book for discussion that they have read. The featured book for October is Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America by Heather Cox Richardson.…Learn More
Have you ever seen those cute purses made out of a hardback book? Would you like to learn how to make one? Join Deanna for this multi-session class. This is a larger project that takes some time, so you will need to plan to attend multiple sessions.…Learn More
Las Cruces Chess Club with coach Manny Arellano is primarily for homeschoolers, but open to anyone, to learn the game and apply it to life. Beginners to advanced players are welcome. Our time together begins with a quick set-up, play, individual coaching, and a lesson.
Laughter Yoga is a popular movement and breathing exercise that aims to cultivate joy, bring out your inner child, and help you let go of daily life stressors.Laughter Yoga involves various movement and breathing exercises to promote intentional laughter.…Learn More
The Scam Landscape: Staying Safe. Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? The AARP Fraud Watch Network is working to empower you in the fight, with proven resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud.…Learn More
Qi Gong originated in China about 4,000 years ago. It is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, which state that qi, or energy, is present in everyone’s body. Qigong uses simple poses and breathing patterns to promote a healthy flow and reduce stagnation of qi.…Learn More
Learn how to document your days, thoughts, feelings, and ideas using simple and creative techniques that go beyond the standard written journal. Expand your outlook on the way you see life by expressing yourself on the page. For ages 18 and up.
Join us to play games and do puzzles every Friday from 12:30-2 pm at Sage Cafe! We do have some games, but feel free to bring one and some friends.
"The unexamined life is not worth living. " Implement these famous words by Socrates on the last Saturday of every month. Get together with others to discuss a deep and open-ended topic of one's choice using the Socratic Method. Socrates Cafes were founded by author and scholar Christopher Phillips in 1996.…Learn More
Adults, join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for Dungeons & Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures, while playing Dungeons & Dragons at your Library! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! All of our tables are currently full.…Learn More
Doors will be locked at 6:15, you must be in before then!Join us after hours for a showing of Beetlejuice. We will be showing a slightly scary movie perfect for kids and adults. This Tim Burton directed movie, from 1988, stars Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Michael Keeton, and Winona Ryder.…Learn More
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Do you know what the Internet is? In this class we will discuss better ways to navigate the Internet and some tips on how to stay safe online. Registration is not required.
Shared reading group and Book of the Month Club at Sage Cafe Library. Optional reading out loud, bring an article that interests you or a book you have enjoyed. Group meets every Monday for shared reading with the last Monday of the month reserved to chat about the book of the month.
Adults, join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures, while playing Dungeons and Dragons at your Library! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned…Learn More
Tai chi is an art embracing the mind, body and spirit. Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn and soon delivers its health benefits.…Learn More
Adults over 50, join us at the Munson Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! Registration is required.…Learn More
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. A class for those who are beginning to use Microsoft Word. Students will learn how to create and format basic documents. Basic computer skills are required. Registration is not required.
Laughter Yoga is a popular movement and breathing exercise that aims to cultivate joy, bring out your inner child, and help you let go of daily life stressors.Laughter Yoga involves various movement and breathing exercises to promote intentional laughter.…Learn More
¡Amigues! There’s power in seeing yourself in the books you read. Latiné book clubs offer a supportive space to celebrate literature together. All are invited to read about and discuss the social dynamics of our lived experience across Latiné origin or decent.…Learn More
Qi Gong originated in China about 4,000 years ago. It is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, which state that qi, or energy, is present in everyone’s body. Qigong uses simple poses and breathing patterns to promote a healthy flow and reduce stagnation of qi.…Learn More
The Banned Book Club meets the last Thursday of the month at 12:30. Bret Easton Ellis’American Psycho is a violent black comedy about a wealthy New Yorker leading a double life as a serial killer. One of the most controversial and talked-about novels of all time, this cult classic about the darkest side of human nature feels no less shocking and relevant a quarter of a century later.…Learn More
Learn how to document your days, thoughts, feelings, and ideas using simple and creative techniques that go beyond the standard written journal. Expand your outlook on the way you see life by expressing yourself on the page. For ages 18 and up.
Join us to play games and do puzzles every Friday from 12:30-2 pm at Sage Cafe! We do have some games, but feel free to bring one and some friends.
Just in time to add to your altar for Dia De Los Muertos, join us to watch the Disney/Pixar movie Coco and make Papel de Seda in the form of a Nahuatl Marigold Flower garland. For a sample pciture of the garland click HERE. “Coco” is a heartwarming animated film that celebrates Mexican culture, family, and the power of music, earning critical acclaim and winning two Academy Awards.…Learn More
In the spirit of family holidays, of which there are MANY in the fall and winter, join Madea and her family for a trio of comedy movies. All movies rated PG-13. 10:30 am - Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion (2006) Tyler Perry directed and stars in this adaptation of his hit play, which chronicles the adventures of a gun-toting Southern matriarch who takes in a troubled foster child while trying...
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