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Phil Ochs exhibit at the Tombaugh, “I’m Gonna Say It Now”

Tombaugh Gallery hosts invitational exhibit focusing on the songs of the folk singer Phil Ochs in January. The exhibit opens with a reception 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7 at the gallery in … more

Bulletin report | 12/29/23

Chris Faivre, the city of Las Cruces deputy director for business development and 828 Productions’ operations and public affairs manager Jonathan Sepp appear before the Las Cruces City Council on Dec. 18, seen on the city’s livestream.

City more than doubles financial support for 828 Productions

The Las Cruces City Council sent an additional $2.8 million in subsidies to 828 Productions during a council meeting on Dec. 18, more than doubling their financial support as the studio looks to grow … more

By Justin Garcia | 12/28/23

Craig Varjabedian's work "Into The Great White Sands." hanging in Branson Library at New Mexico State University. (NMSU photo by Josh Bachman)

White Sands Photos Find New Home

It’s a vast, dreamy landscape many in the Southwest feel lucky to have in their own backyard. Whether you are sledding down the soft waves of sand, spending time with family and friends, or … more

By Tatiana Favela, NMSU Writer | 12/28/23

A detail from Amy Vensel’s work, “Mongoh.”

Exhibitions Explore Art and Natural Environment

The Las Cruces Museums announced the Jan. 5 opening of two new exhibitions examining how artists relate to the natural environment. The exhibitions will be available through March 23. … more

Bulletin report | 12/28/23

Libraries host Frankenstein marathon

To honor the 205 th anniversary of the original publication of “Frankenstein,” the novel by Mary Shelley, the Las Cruces Public Libraries is hosting a Frankenstein movie marathon downtown … more

Bulletin report | 12/28/23

Queering the Second Act: The Nutcracker Ascends

One of the things I never particularly liked about the ubiquitous holiday affliction known as The Nutcracker is how unabashedly self-aware it is. There is never a point in which the dancers … more

By David Salcido, for the Bulletin | 12/25/23

'Twas a wireless Christmas [Video]

“A Modern-Day Visit from St. Nick,” verse by Algernon D’Ammassa/Las Cruces Bulletin. more

By Algernon D'Ammassa | 12/22/23

“Chile Vendor” depicts harvests of red and green chiles in a painting by Las Cruces artist Debra Vance.

Rethinking red or green

In 2023, the New Mexico legislature passed a memorial making roasting green chile the state’s official aroma. Years ago, the legislature made the state question official: Red or green? … more

By Richard Coltharp | 12/19/23

Las Cruces Chile Drop Takes Center Stage on New Year's Eve

As the countdown to the New Year begins, the City of Las Cruces and the Downtown Las Cruces Partnership present the annual New Year’s Eve Chile Drop. more

12/15/23

The pinyon jay (Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus) eating food in the tree, it is a jay with beautiful blue feathers, photo taken in the grand canyon national park

NM's bird watchers commence annual count of feathered friends

Volunteers fanning out across New Mexico to help the Audubon Society add to more than 120 years' worth of data about bird populations. more

By Roz Brown, New Mexico News Connection | 12/14/23

EVENTS: Things to do this week

"Ben Hur," "The Sound of Music," "Holiday Traditions in Southern New Mexico," " Dissecting a Chinese Ink Painting," "Noche de las Luminarias," "Nutcracker," "The Three Musketeers" … more

12/14/23

‘Olmo’ wraps filming in Las Cruces

The New Mexico Film Office announced last week that a feature film, “Olmo,” completed filming in and near Las Cruces last month. The movie, directed by Mexican director Fernando … more

Bulletin report | 12/14/23

Libraries to host Frost Fair

The Las Cruces Public Libraries will bring crafts and games to Albert Johnson Park Saturday, Dec. 16, in front of the Thomas Branigan Memorial Lobby at 200 E. Picacho Avenue. The “Frost … more

Bulletin report | 12/14/23

Call for holiday cards

Studies show that social isolation and loneliness exacerbate health risks, both emotional and physical, with older people particularly vulnerable. As the holidays approach, New Mexico’s Aging … more

Bulletin report | 12/14/23

Reimagining the “Nutcracker”

“The Nutcracker” has always been part of Joshua L. Peugh’s life, from childhood attendance to mainstay of his dancing career. There were some years he danced in the iconic … more

By Elva K. Österreich | 12/14/23

Re-telling a story whose message still sings

“There is no better time for ‘The Sound of Music’ than now,” Las Cruces Community Theatre director Norman Lewis says in his notes on the production, now in its final weekend. … more

By Richard Coltharp | 12/14/23

Mesilla gallery presents oil and watercolor show

The Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery, located at 2470-A Calle de Guadalupe in Mesilla (across from the Fountain Theatre) will feature two local artists for the month of January: Sue Ann Glenn and … more

Bulletin report | 12/14/23

'Ben Hur' closing weekend

“Ben Hur” concludes its run this week at the Black Box Theatre, with shows 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14; 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, and Saturday, Dec. 16; and a 2:30 p.m. matinee Sunday, Dec. … more

12/14/23

Nacimientos on Mesilla Plaza

The historic Taylor residence in Mesilla will present its collection of over 200 international Nativity scenes on Sunday, Dec. 17, on the Mesilla Plaza. The Nacimientos Open House will be open … more

12/12/23

Experience Southern New Mexico holiday traditions

Holiday Traditions in Southern New Mexico is the Culture Series presentation hosted by the Friends of the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14. more

12/12/23