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READ the Vote – Republican Candidates: "Great Again" and "Hillbilly Elegy"

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. Focus will be on Great Again by Donald Trump, and Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance.…Learn More

Library Lab: Lego Club

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

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.

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

Film Screening at the Rio Grande Theatre: Kinky Boots

Offsite

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

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

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

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

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!

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 (Common Plant Diseases and Disorders in New Mexico)

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

Presented by Phillip Lujan, Ph.D., Extension Plant Pathologist, Manager of Plant Diagnostic Clinic, NMSU. Learn how plants get diseases, common ones we find in our area, and strategies to prevent or manage them. Learn how to utilize the NMSU Plant Diagnostic Clinic. Attendees are welcome to bring samples for diagnosis IF time allows.

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.

Romance Book Discussion

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

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

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.

Event Series Pinochle

Pinochle

Munson Senior Center > Meeting Room 3 - 975 S Mesquite Las Cruces NM 88001

Come play games of Pinochle with others.

Free

Sage Cafe Game Time (and Puzzles)

Sage Library 6409 Reynolds Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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.

Event Series Clay Works Class: Intermediate

Clay Works Class: Intermediate

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

Class requires pre-registration. Stop by or call The Munson Senior Center for registration information. 575-528-3000. Limited to 4 students per session. Clay is available for purchase $13 per 25 LB bag.

$6

Mahjong

Branigan Library 1301 Thomas Dr, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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 .

Event Series Mosaics – Open Studio

Mosaics – Open Studio

Munson Senior Center > Studio 4 - 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. $1 per session. Limited to 8.

U Can Uke for Juniors!

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

Group ukulele lessons in the Roadrunner Room for kids 8 and up. Registration is now closed.

Punk D.I.Y – Trucker Hats & Book Bags

A.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #2 101 E Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM, United States

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.…Learn More

Reader's Theater

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

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.

Murals & Mosaics Art Walk

Museum of Art Courtyard 491 N. Main, Las Cruces, NM, United States

Join the Las Cruces Public Art program and the Museum of Art for a tour of downtown Las Cruces to see art on Main Street, the Plaza, and the surrounding area. All are welcome and the tour will start promptly at 4:30 pm in the Museum of Art Courtyard. Ages: All Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Museum of Art Courtyard

First Friday Fine Arts Flea Market

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

Come celebrate with music, art and the community. FAFM is a space for artists, creatives & small businesses to showcase their products & artwork. Sound by @orteroentertainment Vendor Setup @ 4pm-8pm Show starts at 6pm – 9pm All Ages – Free Event Car Battle Local Artists Border Brands Vintage Brands Food Trucks Live Arrowsoul Art Art Galleries Non-profits Native Arts Restaurant’s Coffee Shops https://www.facebook.com/fineartsfleamarket/ or email:  [email protected]  fineartsfleamarket.com https://www.facebook.com/fineartsfleamarket First Friday #fineArtFleaMarket Art...

Event Series Trains! For Pre-K

Trains! For Pre-K

Railroad Museum 351 N. Mesilla St, Las Cruces, United States

Come by the Railroad Museum for engaging gallery activities made just for kids! Become a conductor and take control of our interactive model trains. Ages: 2-5 Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Railroad Museum

Event Series Forestry with Phil

Forestry with Phil: NM Broadleaf Trees

Museum of Nature and Science Atrium 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, NM, United States

Explore the amazing world of our state’s amazing forests featuring hands on activities with Phil Yost. Visit the station in the atrium and discover something new about our forests. Ages: All Ages Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Museum of Nature & Science Atrium

Disaster Movie Marathon

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

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

Event Series Animal Feedings: Turtles

Animal Feedings: Turtles

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

What we eat is important to our health, and for the animals in the Nature Center it’s no different. Learn about the enrichment activities we use during mealtimes and more while you watch them display their natural instincts. Ages: All Ages Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Museum of Nature & Science Nature Center

Poetry Medley

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

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...

Pumpkin Palooza

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

Join us for Free Family Fun! Celebrate the fall season with Pumpkin Palooza 2024 at the Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center! This event is packed with activities for everyone to enjoy, including: Hayrides: Experience the charm of autumn on a scenic hayride. Face Painting: Get into the festive spirit with creative face designs. Games & Prizes: Participate in fun, family-friendly games. Costume Contests: Show off your creativity in our costume...

Free