Coming Up - March 6 - 12

Friday, March 6
Cambios climate change speaker series presents UNM biologist David Lightfoot speaking about biodiversity threats in New Mexico and the state’s response through groundbreaking legislation, at the Las Cruces Museum of Science and Nature, 411 N. Main Street. Admission free. More information: 575-541-2137. From 6-7 p.m.
NMSU 20th High Desert Play Development Festival of New Works! From March 6th-8th Tickets: For only $10, one general admission ticket will give you access to all presentations during the entire festival! To purchase tickets, contact the Box Office at 575-646-4515 or visit https://nmsutheatre.ludus.com/index.php Descriptions of the plays, and more information on the writers and the High Desert program can be found at: https://theatre.nmsu.edu/performances-events/high-desert-new-play-development.html
The Las Cruces International Film Festival will reveal its 2026 collectible, commemorative poster from 6-8 p.m. March 6 at the Farm & Ranch Museum. Asiah will be on hand to sign limited edition prints of the poster. The original artwork will be auctioned off at the event.
The Branigan Cultural Center is pleased to announce this year’s annual All-City High School Art Show, with an opening reception scheduled for Friday, March 6, from 5 – 7 p.m. At the Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. Sixty-six students from local Las Cruces High Schools, including selected home-schooled students, will be participating in this year’s show. The All-City High School Art Show will be on view from March 6 through April 18, 2026.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with community partners, the Las Cruces Grinch, and arts and crafts! Friday, March 6, at our Thomas Branigan Memorial Library location from 3 to 5 PM. Smaller Dr. Seuss activities will be available in the children’s department throughout the weekend. 200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces.
NMSU Men’s Baseball Team vs UTSA at the NMSU Presley Askew Field at 6 p.m.
NMSU Women’s Softball Team vs LA Tech at the NM State Softball Complex at 6 p.m.

Saturday, March 7
NMSU Men’s Basketball vs Kennesaw State! Last game of the season. Game starts at 2 p.m. at the Pan American Center. The game will be broadcast on 99.5 FM KXPZ
Join BLM archaeologist Garrett to learn about the prehistory of the area, walk the Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail, and explore Box Canyon Dam and the local history of the Civilian Conservation Corp. 3 miles roundtrip. High clearance and/or 4wd vehicle recommended to access trailhead. RSVP required at gleitermann@blm.gov
NMSU Men’s Baseball Team vs UTSA at the NMSU Presley Askew Field at 6 p.m.
NMSU Women’s Softball Team vs LA Tech at the NM State Softball Complex at 4 p.m.
Tales of La Llorona & the early days along the banks of the “El Rio del Norte” Where: La Llorona Park, Las Cruces, NM. When: Saturday, March 7th, 10:00 am-12 noon. Age group: 12 & up, and adults. Tickets: 12 to 17 years old $29.00 plus tax, per person Adults: $48.00 plus tax, per person Please call if you have any questions at all, thank you and we will see you along the banks of the El Rio del Norte! 877-808-6877 at 3440 W. Picacho Ave.

Sunday, March 8
The Mesilla Valley Concert Band will perform “Spring Potpourri”, 3 p.m. at the Atkinson Recital Hall, 1075 N. Horseshoe St., NMSU. Free Admission. Info: www.mesillavalleyconcertband.org
Join docent Tom Dormody to consider what sustains us and how the plants and geology of this landscape may have sustained indigenous peoples of the past and generations into the future (4 miles round-trip) Climbs/descents on uneven/loos surfaces make this a difficult hike RSVP required at https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/events/ (May not appear for signup until closer to the date)
NMSU Men’s Baseball Team vs UTSA at the NMSU Presley Askew Field at 11 a.m.
NMSU Women’s Softball Team vs LA Tech at the NM State Softball Complex at 11 a.m.
Dance Las Cruces invites you to our first Sunday Tea Dance Party for the year! No experience or partner necessary, come as you are! DJ Manny will be playing all styles of dance - ballroom, Latin, swing, and country. Light snacks and beverages provided. 2251 Calle de Santiago, Mesilla from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Price: $12 Guests; $10 members. Recurring monthly on the 2nd Sunday. Info: 803-608-5253

Monday, March 9
The Wrap Is Las Cruces And Doña Ana County’s Monthly Filmmakers’ Hangout. Film Las Cruces has partnered with the Rio Grande Theatre to create a once-a-month screening for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County artists. The next screening will be from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Screenings will begin at 7:00pm. 211 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Info: 575-805-3456. FREE TO THE PUBLIC

Tuesday, March 10
‘Learn more about Artificial Intelligence from the expert! The March LCAER (Las Cruces Assoc of Educational Retirees) will be hosting a presentation by Jon Juarez, an NMSU Regents Professor and Director of Computer and IT Dept of DACC. He has authored books on Microsoft Office usage and has developed educational works in computing and the impact of AI in education and society. Come learn with us at our presentation with Q & A on March 10, 3:00PM, at Miguel’s Restaurant, 1150 E Amador.”
The March presentations for the Academy for Learning in Retirement focus on “Billy the Kid: The Ever-Changing Story”. The lecture series will be presented by Jim Smith, former high school history teacher and Teacher of the Year awardee. Tuesday, March 10: “The Rebel and the Cause (1930-1980)”. Presentations are in-person at the DACC Auditorium, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. from 10:30 until noon. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ALR-Reg or at the registration desk. Fee is $5 per day, $20 for four Jan. sessions, $48 (4 months/16 presentations). Students are free.
NMSU Men’s Baseball Team vs University of the Southwest at the NMSU Presley Askew Field at 4 p.m.

Wednesday, March 11
The March presentations for the Academy for Learning in Retirement focus on “Billy the Kid: The Ever-Changing Story”. The lecture series will be presented by Jim Smith, former high school history teacher and Teacher of the Year awardee. Wednesday, March 11: “The Never-Ending Legend (1980-2026)”. Presentations are in-person at the DACC Auditorium, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. from 10:30 until noon. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ALR-Reg or at the registration desk. Fee is $5 per day, $20 for four Jan. sessions, $48 (4 months/16 presentations). Students are free.
Thursday, March 12
The Lesters in Concert at Calvary Baptist Church. Please join us for a wonderful time of music and worship by St. Louis’ ‘’First Family of Gospel Music,” . Starting at 1:30pm, locate4d at 1800 S. Locust St.. in Las Cruces.
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