Join us to learn the basics of Round Loom Knitting. Bring your own looms if you have them or you can check out our set from the Library of Things. We will cover all the most basic techniques while making a super simple hair scrunchie. We will only be making scrunches in these classes due to the amount of time required to complete a larger project but Once you know...
Come and play Magic the Gathering with us Tuesdays from 4:30 to 7:30 in the Kiva room on the first floor. This is an all ages event where players may play any MTG format at this event but the focus will primarily be on the Commander format. 'Commander deck sizes are 99 cards + 1 commander card.
Tired of the usual? Join the Night Owls, a weekly drop-in for teens who want to build, create, experiment, and explore. Plus, free pizza!This is a free program for teens in grades 6-12. Parents are welcome to attend with their teen(s). Registration is not required but you will receive program reminders and updates from us if you choose to register.
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 Craft Room.
A modified Zumba that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Participation is first come, first served. Max participants: Fees: $1 *Sessions are subject to change at any time. Call Meerscheidt Recreation Center at 575-541-2563 for more information.
Pre-K
¡Bienvenidos al mundo hispanohablante! This 8-session course is for students who have a basic foundation in Spanish but are not ready for advanced-level studies. Students will learn the present tense of commonly used Spanish verbs, expand their vocabulary, and gain more confidence through Spanish-speaking exercises.
Join us every Wednesday for Stay and Play! Each week we will have a selection of toys and board books available for ages 0-3 to develop and strengthen fine motor skills, increase social skills , and practice thinking critically!
music, action songs, movement and sing-alongs in the Roadrunner Room.
¡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.
Come learn the art of crochet or work on your projects with like-minded crochet enthusiasts!
This program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.
Creative writing for adults and teens. Meets every Wednesday. Bring your work of any genre (computer/tablet or paper) if you want to start, finish, or better your story for publication.
One on One Basic Sewing Machine Tutorial OR Makerspace 2 Sewing related usageThis time has two possible uses, for anyone wanting to learn to use a sewing machine, you can sign up to learn the basics. If you have a sewing machine, please tell me what you have and bring it to your session.
Now offered digitally; tune in anytime! Listen to talks, hosted online by the Branigan Culture Center, on topics related to the history and culture of Las Cruces and the Borderlands. Topics vary based on exhibits, community events, and cultural insights, with new episodes released on YouTube every fourth Thursday of the month.
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. This program is free and no registration is required.
Join us for Story Magic! Each and every week we'll bring stories to life with books, felt board stories, songs, and movement. Recommended for ages 2 and up, with a caregiver.
The Banned Book Club meets the last Thursday of the month at 12:00. The selection for the month of March is The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath. "The Bell Jar" has become a classic in feminist literature and is celebrated for its candid portrayal of mental illness, and the challenges women face in a patriarchal society.
Join us to play card games such as Skip-Bo and Phase 10.
