Fossils! -Information from the Fossil Record
Explore the 3.5-billion-year odyssey of life with a geologist and real fossil specimens. Visit the station in the gallery and discover something new in the fossil record each month. All ages are welcome.
Explore the 3.5-billion-year odyssey of life with a geologist and real fossil specimens. Visit the station in the gallery and discover something new in the fossil record each month. All ages are welcome.
Kids and their adult caregivers will be introduced to the Mesoamerican history of the origin of chocolate. This will include a cocoa tasting. Participants will create a painting to express what they learned during the class. This program is inspired by the Flowering of Precious Knowledge exhibit and presented in English and Spanish. Registration is required. Ages: 6-12.
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.
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.
How do historians investigate the past? What sources do they use? What kinds of questions do they ask? Find out with new, historic sources every month. Please plan for a 30-minute program with optional 15 minutes for questions if needed. No registration required. Ages: 18+.
An emergency, disaster or mandatory evacuation can happen at any time anywhere. Is your family prepared? Emergency preparedness should be a priority in any home, even here in the southwest where emergencies and disasters are not an every day occurrence. We experience high winds, fires, floods, and more. It’s important to have a plan and supplies for you and your family in any kind of emergency, whether at home or...
Join us from 1pm – 2pm to talk about the books that enchant your memory and have you under their spell! Get recommendations from other dragon-slayers and find your next magical read! Fantastic Fantasy! is part of a new ongoing, rotating speculative fiction book club that meets every third Saturday. Next month is Terrifying Tomes!
Join us for a viewing and discussion of this 2020 film that "explores Georgia representative's, 60-plus years of social activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, health care reform, and immigration." This showing and the following discussion are presented in partnership with NMSU's Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity.
Make your own paper from recycled materials in this fun, hands-on project. Registration is required and supplies will be provided. Ages: 13 +
What happens when...? Hypothesize and experiment! Practice being a scientist, engineer, or designer with guided experiments to find some answers to "what happens when...?" Plan for a 30-minute program with optional 15 minutes for questions if needed. Registration recommended. Ages: 13+
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.
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...
Are you uncomfortable using a computer? Do you want to understand how to use it without the fear of doing something to break it? This class will discuss what computers are and some ways to properly use them in your daily lives.
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.
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!
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!
Enjoy fun and educational activities at the museums. Two different themes to choose from. Space is limited. Campers are expected to bring a packed lunch. Registration is required. Ages: 10-13. The camp days are June 18, 20, and 21.
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.
Adults over 50, join us at the Munson Library for Dungeons and Dragons! Make some new friends and go on exciting adventures! Whether it's your first time playing a role playing game or you're a seasoned adventurer, we invite you to participate! We will meet in Room 3 Across the hall from the library. Registration is required and players must be 50 years old or older. To inquire about availability...
Join us at the Munson Library to discuss your writing! Discuss struggles and challenges with your peers! Get and give Peer Feedback! Make friends with fellow writers!
Science is for everyone! Join the Museum of Nature & Science for a monthly discussion with local scientists about current topics in contemporary science. Ages: 18+.
A dance fitness workout open to all fitness levels. Burn calories, gain physical and mental health, endurance, and coordination all while dancing to spicy international music.
Promotes physical and mental wellbeing through specific postures (exercises) along with breathwork and meditation techniques. Variations can be given to support beginners to experienced students.