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Prehistory exhibit continues at NMSU Museum; weaving exhibit closes

A showing of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument (OMDPNM) artwork and a wrap-up of the “Weaving for Justice” exhibition round out April events at the New Mexico State … more

By Minerva Baumann | 4/20/23

Science museum programs include live animal feedings, fossils, Mexican gray wolf

The Las Cruces Museum of Nature and Science (MONAS) will offer free programs for children and families in April. Admission and programs are free. Registration is not required for any of the events. … more

Bulletin report | 4/20/23

Museum of Nature and Science hosts Earth Day celebration

The City of Las Cruces Museum of Nature and Science (MONAS) will host an Earth Day celebration 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the museum, 411 N. Main St. downtown. Admission and activities … more

Bulletin report | 4/20/23

Listen to Your Art Zoom lecture covers American sculptor

The Las Cruces Museum of Art’s (MOA) next “Listen to Your Art” lecture will feature Jess Ziegenfuss, Ph.D., discussing the work of American sculptor Ruth Asawa. The lecture will … more

Bulletin report | 4/19/23

A rainbow of irises goes on display

People who grow irises are always looking for something that makes you say “wow” when you walk into your garden, according to Cynthia Wilson, president of the area branch of the American … more

By Elva K. Österreich | 4/15/23

West side of the north end of the Black Range, Continental Divide Trail above Diamond Creek, 33.2666 -107.8282, Sierra County, New Mexico, 4 May 2013. Rhyolitic outcrop in ponderosa pine woodland, with Artemisia franserioides, Pseudognaphalium, Silene laciniata, Robinia neomexicana, Quercus gambelii, Geranium caespitosum, Fendlera rupicola, Pinus ponderosa, Pseudotsuga menziesii, Penstemon pinifolius, Bromus, Elymus longifolius, Muhlenbergia montana, Ipomopsis aggregata, etc.

Trail Days events, presentations coming up

Several organizations in southern New Mexico collaborated to plan the Trail Days community event taking place on April 21-23 in Silver City. The event is the product of a months-long cooperative … more

4/14/23

Ember Theatre’s ‘Wyrd Sisters’ is April 14-16 at Readers Theatre

Ember Theatre’s “Wyrd Sisters,” adapted by Stephen Briggs from the novel by Terry Pratchett, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, April 14-15, and at 6 p.m. Sunday, April … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

NMSU Dance Program’s returns with live performance

The New Mexico State University Dance Program and the Department of Kinesiology will present “Connections,” a concert of new repertory by Dance Program faculty and graduating seniors … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

April at science museum includes live animal feedings, fossils, Mexican grey wolf

The Las Cruces Museum of Nature and Science (MONAS) will offer free programs for children and families in April. Admission and programs are free. Registration is not required for any of the … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

Musicians, music teachers helping create youth orchestra

Even though Larry and Kathy Hill moved to the Houston area earlier this year to be nearer their grandchildren, they continue to support music and musicians in Las Cruces in a big way. Kathy plays … more

By Mike Cook | 4/12/23

School district’s Spanish poetry recital competition is April 20

Centennial High School will host Las Cruces Public Schools’ Poesía a Viva voz Edition 2022-23 (Spanish Recital Poetry Competition) at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 20, in the CHS theatre, … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

High school art on display

The lobby of Las Cruces Public Schools’ Karen M. Trujillo Administrative Offices, 505 S. Main St., suite 249, is the current home of beautiful and creative pieces of art in a variety of media, … more

4/12/23

Community college culinary arts lunches offered through May 4

Doña Ana Community College culinary arts students are offering weekly lunches to the public, 11 a.m.-noon every Tuesday and Thursday through Thursday, May 4, DACC said in a news … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

Arts Council hosts ‘The Spirit Within’ through April 28

The Doña Ana Arts Council (DAAC), 230 S. Water St. downtown, is hosting “The Spirit Within – A Gathering of Indigenous Artists,” an exhibit of contemporary native artists, in … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

Arts Council hosts ‘Chill and Paint,’ artists’ reception, drumming workshop

April marks the return of Artrageous Wednesdays at the Doña Ana Arts Council (DAAC), with a kickoff painting experience 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at DAAC, 230 S. Water St. with DAAC … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

City to host spring festival in April

Visit Las Cruces (VLC) presents ¡mira! Las Cruces, a free, family-friendly festival highlighting the art and culture, cuisine, music and outdoor recreation of Las Cruces and surrounding … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

Camerata Del Sol performs April 16 at NMSU with free admission

Camerata Del Sol (CDS), the chamber orchestra serving El Paso and Las Cruces, will perform a free concert titled “The Unravelling Universe,” featuring works ranging from the 19 th … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

Branigan Cultural Center opens ‘Small Village New Mexico’ exhibit

Branigan Cultural Center BCC) is opening a new exhibition, “Small Village New Mexico,” featuring photographs from New Mexico State University photojournalism students. The exhibit … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

All-Original Battle of the Bands is April 14

The All-Original Battle of the Bands will be 6-11 p.m. Friday, April 14, at Cruces Creatives, 205 E. Lohman Ave. Tickets are $25 online at crucescreatives.org/event-5128025 or $30 at the door. The … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23

Local artist wins rock art award

Agave Artists Cooperative Gallery artist Margaret Berrier (Marglyph) recently received the Klaus Wellman Award for distinguished service to the American Rock Art Research Association (ARARA) in rock … more

Bulletin report | 4/12/23