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
Celebrate Halloween this week for our movement and music program encouraging gross and fine motor skill development while we dance and sing. Afterward, we will trick or treat around the library. Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
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
Join Ms. Brenda for music, movement and sing-alongs in the Children's Craft Room. Participating Caregivers with babies and toddlers (0-4) are welcome. Lyric sheets are available and rhythm instruments are provided.Ages: 0-4.
¡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
Lisa Lucca, will speak on “Living True: The Challenge of Finding Family Acceptance”. Author Lisa Lucca will share her personal and complicated history with her father, who came out as gay in the 1970’s and how their relationship shaped her own search for love.…Learn More
Join us in October to investigate all things Cryptids! Cryptids will be hiding all around the library for the whole month of October so this week for library lab we will be making our own cryptids from whatever recycled materials we can find! Do you want your cryptid to have wings?! Antennae?! Fins?! How many eyes will you give them and what would their ideal habitat be like?! In celebration...
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
Teens, 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
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
Registration is now closed. Group ukulele lessons in the Roadrunner Room for kids 8 and up.
A new Theater program for children ages 6 to 14, and interested caregivers. We'll practice reading short plays aloud right from our chairs. With no sets, props or costumes, we'll use our voices, facial expressions and imaginations to tell a story, and perform our plays for friends and family.
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...
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. 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
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
This week join us for a storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
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. 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...
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
Join Ms. Brenda for music, movement and sing-alongs in the Children's Craft Room. Participating Caregivers with babies and toddlers (0-4) are welcome. Lyric sheets are available and rhythm instruments are provided.Ages: 0-4.
Come learn how to make a paper flower. We'll be making Hemlock and Cones.If this session is full, please sign up for the other session, if both are full please add yourself to a waitlist for a possible session the next week.…Learn More
For the First Wednesday of each month join us for Lego Club! We will have a variety of STEM themed Lego challenges and Legos set out for free play! This program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.
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
Join us to learn more about the Glowforge and all the epic Role-Playing Game accessories it can make! We will learn how to select, print, and add text to a design on Glowforge, browse the available catalog of RPG related items and print and decorate our own paper D20 giftboxes!This program is intended for Adults.
Teens, 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
Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation Program sponsors experts teaching gardening, landscaping, outdoor activities that help residents save water. Workshops are two hours long.
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 1980s classic authors.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.
Come learn how to make a paper flower. We'll be making Hemlock and Cones.If this session is full, please sign up for the other session, if both are full please add yourself to a waitlist for a possible session the next week. For adults and teens.
Registration is now closed. Group ukulele lessons in the Roadrunner Room for kids 8 and up.
A new Theater program for children ages 6 to 14, and interested caregivers. We'll practice reading short plays aloud right from our chairs. With no sets, props or costumes, we'll use our voices, facial expressions and imaginations to tell a story, and perform our plays for friends and family.
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, 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
This week join us for our movement and music program encouraging gross and fine motor skill development while we dance and sing. Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
Join us at the Munson Branch Library to write letters to isolated seniors in our community! Letters and cards will be taken out for delivery by the Meals on Wheels Volunteers. 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.
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
Join Ms. Brenda for music, movement and sing-alongs in the Children's Craft Room. Participating Caregivers with babies and toddlers (0-4) are welcome. Lyric sheets are available and rhythm instruments are provided.Ages: 0-4.
In celebration of Thanksgiving, join us to write cards to isolated senior citizens in Las Cruces. Many of us will get to visit family and friends for the upcoming holiday but many seniors in our community will spend the holiday alone. Help make their season brighter by writing and decorating a card that will be distributed to isolated seniors by our wonderful Meals on Wheels drivers.…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
Social Justice Reading Group recently read Disability Visibility by Alice Wong and was inspired to take action to help the disability community.World Usability Day (November 14th) asks us to consider how things can be improved to create a better world for all.…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 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.
Come learn how to make a paper flower. We'll be making Hemlock and Cones.If this session is full, please sign up for the other session, if both are full please add yourself to a waitlist for a possible session the next week. For adults and teens.
Registration is now closed. Group ukulele lessons in the Roadrunner Room for kids 8 and up.
Join us from 1pm – 2pm to talk about the books that laser-etch themselves onto your temporal lobe and send your circuits into overdrive! Get recommendations from other time-travelers and find your next amazing read! Spectacular Sci-Fi! is part of a new ongoing, rotating speculative fiction book club that meets every third Saturday.
Studies show English as Second Language students showed a 17% improvement in comprehension through the use of subtitles (Birulés-Muntané, S. Soto-Faraco, 2016). To aid our ESL community, we will be hosting ESL Film Club to view Latine-X authored plays that were made into films in the English language, with Spanish subtitles.
Come learn how to make a paper flower. We'll be making Hemlock and Cones.If this session is full, please sign up for the other session, if both are full please add yourself to a waitlist for a possible session the next week. For adults and teens.
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.
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.
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
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.
This week join us for a storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
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.
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!
Come learn how to make a paper flower. We'll be making Hemlock and Cones.If this session is full, please sign up for the other session, if both are full please add yourself to a waitlist for a possible session the next week. For adults and teens.
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.
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.
Join Ms. Brenda for music, movement and sing-alongs in the Children's Craft Room. Participating Caregivers with babies and toddlers (0-4) are welcome. Lyric sheets are available and rhythm instruments are provided.Ages: 0-4.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Park Ranger Interpreter Alex Mares from the Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park to learn about culture and history, as well as to hear stories and view artifacts. This program is intended for all ages.
In celebration of National American Indian Heritage Month join us to complete your own archeological excavation and learn about the importance of leaving artifacts where we find them! This program will immediately follow a Native American Storytelling Show and Tell presented by Alex Mares, a Park Ranger Interpreter from the Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park.
The Banned Book Club meets the last Thursday of the month at 12:30. In celebration of Native American Heritage Month the Banned Books Club will be reading, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. Fourteen-year-old Arnold Spirit Jr.
Author Joanne Ivey will discuss her book “Kernal’s Boys: Tragedies and Triumphs of a Real Pioneer Family in the American Southwest”. The setting is in New Mexico and Texas, with Las Vegas, Socorro, Tortugas, Las Cruces, and El Paso, figuring prominently in the tales of the remarkable family of “Kernal” Longuemare.
Teens, 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 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.
Registration is now closed. Group ukulele lessons in the Roadrunner Room for kids 8 and up.
A new Theater program for children ages 6 to 14, and interested caregivers. We'll practice reading short plays aloud right from our chairs. With no sets, props or costumes, we'll use our voices, facial expressions and imaginations to tell a story, and perform our plays for friends and family.
New to sewing? Start small! Customize a trucker hat or book bag with patches or fabric! We have hats or bag and patches. BYO fabric (an old tee-shirt with cool design). For sample pictures follow this LINK. Let’s also use the time to talk about music and the bands we love.
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.
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.
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Join us for a discussion on what Social Media is, and what some of the popular apps are. We will also talk about how to stay safe while using Social Media. 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 adventurer, we invite all adults to participate! All of our tables are currently full.
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.
This week join us for our movement and music program encouraging gross and fine motor skill development while we dance and sing. Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
Join us at the Munson Branch Library to make poinsettias from roasted pumpkin seeds! 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.
Computer Literacy Classes topics vary each session. Join us for a discussion on what Social Media is, and what some of the popular apps are. We will also talk about how to stay safe while using Social Media. 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 featured book on the subject. The topic for the month of November Native American Heritage Month, is Indigenous Justice Issues: sovereignty, land back , reparations, respectful representation, stolen sisters.
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.
Join Ms. Brenda for music, movement and sing-alongs in the Children's Craft Room. Participating Caregivers with babies and toddlers (0-4) are welcome. Lyric sheets are available and rhythm instruments are provided.Ages: 0-4.
¡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.
In celebration of Thanksgiving, join us to make a whole bunch of turkey themed crafts and a turkey feather matching game that will help you count!This program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.
Join us for our second annual Krampus Recommends Movie Marathon of horror/dark comedy Christmas movies!10:30 am - Black Christmas: During Christmas break, a group of female students realizes someone is watching their every move. While pledging for a sorority, they realize that their stalker is a murderer operating out of a secret society in their college's shady underbelly.
"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.