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Social Justice Reading Group – U.S. Mexico Border

Staff Conference Room 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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 the month of September is The Line Becomes a River: Dispatches from the Border by Francisco Cantú.…Learn More

Lord of the Rings Art Show

Craft Room 1301 Thomas Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

Celebrate Lord of the Rings Week in honor of Bilbo's and Frodo's birthdays!  Escape to Middle Earth and enjoy community works of art about Lord of the Rings. If you would like to share artwork, please bring it to the Circulation Desk by 5 PM on Monday, September 23.…Learn More

Branigan Book Club

Kiva 1201 Ram Trl, Las Cruces, NM, United States

The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Book Club, our monthly book discussion group where we read and discuss a new book each month. Discussions are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM in the Kiva Room.…Learn More

Las Cruces Chess Club

Craft Room 1301 Thomas Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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.

Chair Laughter Yoga

Roadrunner Room 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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

Lullaby Lounge

Craft Room 1301 Thomas Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

Join Ms. Brenda for music and sing-alongs in the Children's Craft Room. Participating Caregivers with babies and toddlers (0-3) are welcome. Lyric sheets and rhythm instruments are provided.Ages: 0-3.  

Latiné – X Book Club – "The Mambo Kings Play Songs of Love"

Staff Conference Room, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001, Zoom

¡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

Library Lab: Lord of the Rings Fantasy Fair

Craft Room 1301 Thomas Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

In celebration of Lord of the Rings Week, join us for a Library Lab full of fantasy themed crafts and activities. Come dressed in your favorite fantasy themed attire!This program is intended for children aged K-5 with caregiveers welcome.

Qi Gong

Roadrunner Room 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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 Books Club – The House on Mango Street

Staff Conference Room 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

The Banned Book Club meets the last Thursday of the month at 12:30. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will read the classic coming of age novel The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. The novel is structured as a series of vignettes that cover a year in the life of Esperanza as she struggles with her identity, her poverty, and her dreams as she observes the people...

What Have You Been Reading?

Staff Conference Room, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001, Zoom

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

U Can Uke! Adults and Teens

Craft Room 1301 Thomas Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

U Can Uke! - For Adults and Teens. Learn how to play the ukulele.

Glowforge How To: Hobbit House Ornaments

A.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

In celebration of Lord of the Rings Week, join us to make miniature Hobbit House Ornaments and learn about how to use the Glowforge!This program is intended for adults.