Las Cruces Bulletin

Mesquite Art Gallery features the etched-glass artwork of Dan Newcastle

Mesquite Art Gallery in Las Cruces’ Mesquite Historic Neighborhood is showing the etched-glass work of artist Dan Newcastle of Williamsburg, New Mexico, gallery owner Mel Stone said. The … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

Artist Joe Thieman’s artwork on display at Mandrake gallery May-July

The work – paintings and prints – of New Mexico artist Joe Thieman will be on view at The Mandrake Fine Art & Botanica, 501 E. Hadley Ave., May through July, said gallery owner … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

Mesilla Valley Chorale celebrates 50th anniversary with May 8 concert

The Mesilla Valley Chorale’s (MVC) spring concert will celebrate the group’s 50-year history Sunday, May 8, themed “Our Golden Memories -- 50 Years of Song” and featuring … more

By Ray Scroggins Board member for Mesilla Valley Chorale | 5/2/22

Student filmmaking opens creative world for youth

The Desert Light Film Festival, while held in Alamogordo, has a strong Las Cruces component. A competition for New Mexico middle- and high-school students who are dipping their feet into the film … more

By Elva K. Österreich | 5/2/22

'The Standby Lear’ opens May 6 at Black Box Theatre

“The Standby Lear,” by John Lowell, will have nine performances May 6-22 at Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Main St. Downtown. Performances are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 6-7, 13-14 and … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

14th annual Taste of Las Cruces is May 12 at convention center

The 14th annual Taste of Las Cruces is 6-9 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at the Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 E. University Ave. Taste of Las Cruces is presented by the Rotary Club of Las … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

Little Joe y La Familia headlines city’s Mother’s Day concert

The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will host a Mother’s Day concert at 5 p.m. Sunday, May 8, at Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main St. The concert will be a free family … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

Amador Dayz brings regional, national talent to Borderland

Featuring some major musical, comedy and entertainment talents from Las Cruces, the region and across the country, the second annual Amador Dayz starts Wednesday, May 4, and continues through … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

Local printers schedule tours to celebrate craft, educate public

Printmakers around the world and several in Las Cruces will have their doors open, making prints and giving studio tours and demonstrations Saturday, May 7, for International Print Day. Art lovers … more

Bulletin Report | 5/2/22

2022 Electric Light Parade call for entries

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is accepting entries for lighted floats to participate in the 2022 Electric Light Parade. more

City of Las Cruces Release | 4/29/22

Branigan Cultural Center presents 'Pictograff: The Art of Indigenous Free Ways'

The Branigan Cultural Center and ArrowSoul Art present “Pictograff: The Art of Indigenous Free Ways” Saturday, May 14 from 10am to 2pm. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public. more

City of Las Cruces Release | 4/29/22

Art council show in May showcases 'Water and Women'

The May 2022 exhibition in the main gallery at Doña Ana Arts Council (DAAC), 250 W. Amador Ave., is “Water and Women,” and includes work by local artists Maria Lopez and Ana M. … more

Bulletin Report | 4/28/22

Award-winning author Reyna Grande will be book club’s Zoom guest

Mesilla Valley Readers of Southern New Mexico (MVRSNM) will host a Zoom presentation with author Reyna Grande, 4-5 p.m. Thursday, May 12, the group said in a news release. Grande will speak … more

Bulletin Report | 4/28/22

LCPS poetry contest, reading, awards are May 12 at Organ Mountain High School

Did you know late Las Cruces Public Schools Superintendent Karen Trujillo was a poet? To honor her legacy in this medium, a poetry contest was established and opened to any LCPS senior, LCPS said … more

Bulletin Report | 4/28/22

Film Las Cruces hosts May 4 showcase of locally made films

Film Las Cruces and Rio Grande Theatre are partnering to showcase local filmmakers, amateur or professional, once a month with the first screening on Wednesday, May 4, the City of Las Cruces said in … more

Bulletin Report | 4/27/22

Las Cruces High band will perform to benefit fire victims

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico –– The Las Cruces High School Jazz Band will perform at local restaurant, The Game, on Saturday, April 30, 2022 to raise money for individuals and families affected … more

From a news release | 4/27/22

Deadline looms for NMSU theater camp; ask about financial help

Sunday, May 15, is the registration deadline for the New Mexico State University Theatre Academy Camp. The camp will be held June 12-17 at NMSU in Las Cruces. It can accommodate up to 50 students, … more

Bulletin Report | 4/26/22

Farm & Ranch museum features watercolor artists from around state

The talent of the New Mexico Watercolor Society (NMWS) will be on display in a new art show at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces, the museum said in a news … more

Bulletin Report | 4/26/22

May 8 blended walk honors Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Join Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Bluebird Running Company as they support the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) with both a live/in-person and virtual 5-kilometer run/walk at La … more

Bulletin Report | 4/26/22

April 27 is the last day to sponsor a performer, song, show in NMSU’s Broadway on Stage; performances are April 29 and 30

Sponsorships are still available for performers, songs and shows for the New Mexico State University Theatre Department’s original production “Broadway on Stage: Movie Magic.” more

Bulletin Report | 4/26/22