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Munson Senior Center > Meeting Room 3 - 975 S Mesquite Las Cruces NM 88001Come write your story. Discuss ideas with other writers!
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Come write your story. Discuss ideas with other writers!
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 people.
Must have instructor approval to join. Pre-registration is 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.…Learn More
Participants must be 18 years of age and are required to check in at the front desk upon arrival. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: 40 Fees: $1 for seniors (60+) $2 for adults (18-59) *Sessions are subject to change at any time. Call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563 for more information.
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.
A brief ten to fifteen-minute opportunity to learn more about our city’s past, present, and future. Join in a discussion topic that we repeat throughout the hour within the Las Cruces: Crossroads of History exhibit. Ages: All Ages Fee: Free Registration Required: No Location: Branigan Cultural Center
This is a space to work on your projects, please bring your materials. $1 per session.
Bring your instruments and join anytime!
Join us for our engaging memory games class, designed to stimulate cognitive function and bring joy to your day.
Pre-registration is required. Stop by the Munson Senior Center, 975 S. Mesquite St. to register and get a supply list. $6 for 6-week session
Class requires pre-registration. Class is limited to 6 students per session. $5 supply kit is required.
Class requires pre-registration please visit or call The Munson Senior Center for more information, 575-528-3000. Class limit is 6 students per session. $4 for 4-week session.
Zumba Gold offers a fun and energetic workout designed for active older adults, featuring easy-to-follow dance moves set to upbeat music. It’s a low-impact, high-energy class that helps improve cardiovascular health, flexibility, and coordination, all while having a blast with a vibrant, supportive community.
Chair Qigong is a modified form of traditional Qigong exercises designed for people who may have mobility issues or prefer to exercise while seated. It involves gentle movements, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices performed while sitting in a chair.
Must have instructor approval to join. Pre-registration is required.
Come learn the art of crochet or work on your projects with like-minded crochet enthusiasts!
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
Must have instructor approval to join. Pre-registration is required. Come learn a step above the basics!
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.
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.
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.
Tools will be provided, materials will need to be brought or purchased. $1 per session. Limited to 8.
Participants of all ages are welcome and are required to check in at the front desk upon arrival. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: None Fee: free *Sessions are subject to change at any time. Call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563 for more information.
Participants must be 18 years of age and are required to check in at the front desk upon arrival. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: 24 Fees: $1 for seniors (60+) $2 for adults (18-59) *Sessions are subject to change at any time. Call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563 for more information.
This is not a class but rather a space for likeminded crochet enthusiasts to gather and share ideas and work on projects.
The quilting gathering is a Volunteer Network opportunity for seniors. Volunteers get together to work on a fun project and practice quilting techniques. The finished quilts and other items are donated back to the community.
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.
Join anytime for group exercises that focus on cardiovascular, strength training, balance, and flexibility.
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
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
Join any time for a fun game of train dmonioes!
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
Participants must be 18 years of age and are required to check in at the front desk upon arrival. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: 24 Fees: $1 for seniors (60+) $2 for adults (18-59) *Sessions are subject to change at any time. Call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563 for more information.
Volleyball session for the Therapeutics Program Max Participants: None Fee: Free *Sessions are subject to change at any time. For more information, call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563.
Bring your guitar and jam with other guitarists.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are required to check in at the front desk upon arrival. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: 24 Fee: $1 Sessions are subject to change at any time. For more information, call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563.
Come play various of games including board and card games
Work on your line dance techniques and learn more line dances
Come learn the art of crochet or work on your projects with like-minded crochet enthusiasts!
Come make a candle from scratch at this 1-day workshop. Limited to 6 participants per workshop. $5 per 1-day session.
Participants of all ages are welcome and are required to check in at the front desk upon arrival. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: None Fee: free *Sessions are subject to change at any time. Call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 57-541-2563 for more information.
U Can Uke! - For Adults and Teens. Learn how to play the ukulele.
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
Presented by Gertrud Konings, Ph.D., retired biology professor, coauthor of “Cacti of Texas in Their Natural Habitat” Learn what makes our local cacti and succulents appreciated worldwide! Tips about care and propagation will be provided and suggestions on how you can get involved in rescuing these precious natives that are part of our Chihuahuan Desert.
