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Pull Up a Chair Series: Juneteenth

Explore culture, history, and more at the Las Cruces Museum System's guest speaker series! Listen to presentations and share meaningful conversations as we bring the community engaging stories and information. Discover more about what it means to live in New Mexico. Presentations will take place in-person and on Zoom. Email [email protected] for Zoom link. Ages: 18+.

Stories from the Heart

Each session you'll get a prompt to write about in the next two weeks. Bring your writing in to the next session and share your story with the group. At the meeting you'll receive another prompt to write about for the next meeting. This group will meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays from 1-2:30pm in the Board Room and is open for adults and older teens, and Registration is...

Journal with Jenny

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.

Gallery Geeks

Want to learn more about an exhibition at the Branigan Cultural Center? Participate in a self-guided gallery activity and discover a deeper connection to the exhibit. Pick up a kit at the front table during museum open hours. No registration required. All ages welcome.

Sage Cafe Game Time (and Puzzles)

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.

Mahjong

Have you heard of mahjong, but never played? Are you a mahjong shark? Either way, or somewhere in the middle, join us on Friday afternoons .

U Can Uke for Juniors!

Group ukulele lessons in the Roadrunner Room. 7 donated ukuleles have been provided by Las Cruces Ukes for patrons to borrow, but juniors with ukuleles are welcome to join. Registration is required to use a ukulele. Chord books and song books will be provided. For ages 7 to 18 with caregivers for younger children.

Juneteenth Jazz Festival

Join us for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Jazz Arts Festival the week of June 19. There will be speakers, jam sessions, jazz workshops, and live performances. Check our social media for more details. All ages are welcome.

Artventurous: Paper Crafts

Explore a topic from a current or recent museum exhibition through a fun, family-friendly art project. This is a drop-in program, and supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome.

STEAMpunk: Jane Goodall: Primatologist

Discover the stories behind science heroes who break barriers and explore the applications of their research through hands-on experiments and activities. Ages: 6-10.

Juneteenth Jazz Arts Festival

Join us for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Jazz Arts Festival the week of June 19. There will be speakers, jam sessions, jazz workshops, and live performances. Check our social media for more details. All ages are welcome.

Gallery Geeks

Want to learn more about an exhibition at the Branigan Cultural Center? Participate in a self-guided gallery activity and discover a deeper connection to the exhibit. Pick up a kit at the front table during museum open hours. No registration required. All ages welcome.

Animal Encounters: Monarch Butterfly

Join us as we introduce you to a different resident of the Chihuahuan Desert each month. Learn about the tracks they leave, the sounds they make, and ways to help with their conservation. This is your opportunity to get up close and personal with the animals we share our desert with. No registration is required. All ages are welcome.

Camping for Beginners

Camping is a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors, appreciate nature and wildlife, see the night sky, and enjoy some quiet. Have you always wanted to go camping and experience the great outdoors and don’t know where to start? The come on down to the Las Cruces Public Library June 5th and bring your entire family to learn about the basics of camping: what to bring, various types of camping,...

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

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!

Branigan Chess Club

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. All ages welcome.

Good Society: An Adventure in Time Travel

Travel back in time with us in this Jane Austen based Role Playing Game. Like every good Regency Romance the story won't be solved all at once, so please plan to join us each Sunday for 6-8 weeks for an RPG tea party. Costumes welcome. If you're curious and want more information, head over to YouTube to watch a short video from the creators talking about how to play the...

Internet Basics and Safety

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.

Lunchtime Spin

Low-impact exercise on a stationary bike. Great for beginners to experienced. Choose light, moderate, or intense workouts for cardiovascular strength and work core, upper, and lower body.

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

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!

Dungeons and Dragons – Teens

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 adventurer, we invite all teens to participate!

Gallery Geeks

Want to learn more about an exhibition at the Branigan Cultural Center? Participate in a self-guided gallery activity and discover a deeper connection to the exhibit. Pick up a kit at the front table during museum open hours. No registration required. All ages welcome.