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READ the Vote – Democratic Candidates: "The Truths We Hold" by Kamala Harris

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

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

Library Lab: Cryptid Habitats

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

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 learning about what animals need in their habitat and then we will design our own miniature cryptid habitats from construction paper!  This program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.

Farmers & Crafts Wednesday Evening Market – October 16

Plaza de Las Cruces - 100 N. Main St. Las Cruces NM 88001

The Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces is having a Wednesday Evening Market on October 16th from 5pm to 9pm featuring food trucks, arts and craft vendors, local DJ and FUN! Downtown Mainstreet and the Plaza de Las Cruces.

Event Series Death Cafes

Death Cafes

Branigan Cultural Center 501 N. Main, Las Cruces, New Mexico

What better way is there to discuss death than over cake and a hot beverage? Join us in a series of Death Cafes, which offer a safe space for people to have open discussions about death while enjoying a slice of cake and a hot beverage. Ages: 18+ Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Branigan Cultural Center

Halloween Scene Diorama Jars

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

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.  

Event Series Billiards

Billiards

Eastside Community Center > Billiards Room > 310 N. Tornillo St. 310 N. Tornillo St., Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

Step into the world of billiards for a game that blends strategy with precision. Whether you're aiming for a tricky bank shot or perfecting your break, it’s all about skill, focus, and having a great time with friends.

Free
Event Series Lapidary and Silver Jewelry Open Lab

Lapidary and Silver Jewelry Open Lab

Munson Senior Center > Studio 1 - 975 S Mesquite Las Cruces NM 88001

This is a time to come in and work independently on your projects. The tools are provided, you will need to provide or purchase your own materials. Visit or call The Munson Center for more information. 575.528.3000. $3 per day. Certification required to participate. If you need a certificate, please inquire about taking the certification course.

$3
Event Series Dancercise

Dancercise

Frank O'Brien Papen Center > Auditorium - 304 Bell Avenue Las Cruces NM 88005

Experience the joy of movement with Dancercise —a lively and engaging way to stay active and have fun! This low-impact class combines rhythm, gentle exercises, and social interaction, tailored to enhance flexibility, balance, and overall wellness while dancing to upbeat tunes.

Free
Event Series Pre-K, Nature & Science Discovery: Planeteers: Stars (Registration)

Pre-K, Nature & Science Discovery: Planeteers: Stars (Registration)

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Nurture your little one’s love of science! Investigate nature and science through hands-on explorations, stories, and crafts. Adult caregiver participation is required. Ages: 2-5 Fee: Free Registration Required: Yes for 9am, No for 10am Location: Museum of Nature & Science Classroom

Event Series Beading

Beading

Munson Center Room 3 - Munson Branch Library 975 S. Mesquite St Las Cruces NM 88001

This is not a class. It is a place for you to bring your materials to work on your beading projects and talk to other like-minded beading enthusiasts

Free
Event Series Pre-K, Nature & Science Discovery: Planeteers: Stars (Walk-In)

Pre-K, Nature & Science Discovery: Planeteers: Stars (Walk-In)

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Nurture your little one’s love of science! Investigate nature and science through hands-on explorations, stories, and crafts. Adult caregiver participation is required. Ages: 2-5 Fee: Free Registration Required: Yes for 9am, No for 10am Location: Museum of Nature & Science Classroom

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

Event Series Game Day

Game Day

Benavidez Community Center 1045 McClure Road, Las Cruces, NY, United States

Come play games including board games, train dominoes, and more!

Pull Up a Chair Series

Branigan Cultural Center 501 N. Main, Las Cruces, New Mexico

Explore culture, history, and more at the Las Cruces Museum System's guest speaker series where we discover more about what it means to live in New Mexico! Listen to presentations and share meaningful conversations as we bring the community engaging stories and information. Ages: 18+ Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Branigan cultural Center and Zoom. Email [email protected] for the link.

Friends Book Talk by Charmayne Samuelson

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

Charmayne Samuelson, will speak on “Poetry of the Clay: Mata Ortiz. Author Charmayne Samuelson will share her poetry and pictures of the pottery of Mata Ortiz and will have samples of the pottery. She will also talk about Spencer MacCallum, the man who was instrumental in bringing Mata Ortiz pottery to the wider recognition by art lovers and collectors.

U Can Uke! Adults and Teens

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

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

Dungeons and Dragons – Teens

Young Adult Department 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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

Lush and Lean Fall Workshop (Coverage: Rethink the Ground)

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library > Roadrunner Room - 200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces NM 88001

Presented by David Cristiani, owner of Quercus, landscape design consultation firm. Create an appealing and functional garden for our arid region by choosing better options than gravelscaping and turfgrass.

Lush & Lean Workshop

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

Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation Program sponsors experts teaching gardening, landscaping, outdoor activities that help residents save water. Workshops are two hours long.

Event Series Billiards

Billiards

Eastside Community Center > Billiards Room > 310 N. Tornillo St. 310 N. Tornillo St., Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

Step into the world of billiards for a game that blends strategy with precision. Whether you're aiming for a tricky bank shot or perfecting your break, it’s all about skill, focus, and having a great time with friends.

Free
Event Series Wood Carving

Wood Carving

Eastside Community Center > Classroom - 310 N Tornillo Street Las Cruces NM 88001

This is not a class but rather a space to work on projects and share ideas with likeminded woodcarving enthusiasts!

Free
Event Series Silver Jewelry Beginner Class

Silver Jewelry Beginner Class

Munson Senior Center > Studio 1 - 975 S Mesquite Las Cruces NM 88001

This class requires registration. Please stop by the Munson Senior Center for registration information or call at 575.528.3000. Class is limited to 5 students per session. $50 supply kit will need to be purchased for the course. $12 for 6-week course.

$12

Journal with Jenny

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

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.