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Friday, September 12
NMSU Volleyball vs. New Haven @ 1810 E. University Ave., Pan American Center, starting at 6 p.m.
La Emi to perform at Hotel Encanto De Las Cruces, Sept 12th and 13th at 7:30 p.m. This intimate dance recital is something you won’t want to miss! Please visit website: https://emiarteflamenco.com/shows
Fountain Theatre Film of the week: Twinless, Sept 12th - 18th, 2469 Calle De Guadalupe, Mesilla. Info: 575-524-8287
Saturday, September 13
15th Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Mudd Volleyball Tournament. 13060 N. Valley Drive. Info: 575-449-2728
Mexican Independence Day! Join the village of Mesilla as they commemorate Mexico’s independence. Be sure to catch folklorico dances, mariachi music, and authentic Mexican cuisine and have a really good time. Sept 13th -14th Old Mesilla Plaza. (575) 524-3262
NMSU 4th Annual Gratitude Walk/Run at the NMSU Horseshow Circle from 9:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register Online: nmsu.link/gratitude-2025
NARFE National Active & Retired Federal Employees Breakfast Buffet 8.30 am at Independent Living 3011 Buena Vida. GUESTS INVITED Call Carol 575 382 7686
Back to School Event at the Zuhl Museum! School is back in session, and the Zuhl Museum wants to help the youth in your life remain excited to learn. Learn with Dinos: Activities include: a Spelling Excavation, Dino Egg Alphabet Match Up, and Dino Footprint Math and so much more! At Zuhl Museum, 775 College Dr., Las Cruces, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is FREE! Information: zuhlmuseum.nmsu.edu
Mexico’s Independence Day Celebration! 20 Holy Cross Rd, Mesilla Park at 5 p.m.! Enjoy complimentary traditional Mexican dishes, kids can have fun with jumping ballons and lively clowns. Dress to impress – prizes awarded for the best traditional Mexican outfit! Enjoy a live performance featuring: La Pesca Norteña.
The Las Cruces-based League of Women Voters of Southern New Mexico (LWVSNM) will hold a public meeting featuring a panel of experts who will discuss New Mexico’s shortage of doctors. The free meeting begins at 2 p.m., Saturday, September 13, at the Doña Ana Community College Workforce Center, 2345 Nevada Ave.
The Las Cruces Symphony Association, now in its 67th year, is excited to announce its season opening concert, "A New World," featuring a spectacular program of classical masterpieces that celebrate new beginnings and exploration. There will be two performances, one on September 13th (7 PM) and one on September 14th (3 PM). For ticket information and reservations, please contact LCSA at 575-646-3709.
Sunday, September 14
Please join the Baha’i’s of Las Cruces for “Soul-Reviving Tidings: A Fireside Discussion on Peace” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 2909 Devendale Ave. This is an opportunity to learn what the world’s faith traditions have in common. Light refreshments will be served. Entertainment will be provided by singer/songwriter Darrell Elmer Rodgers. For more information, please call 575-556-9650 or write to yieldnot@comcast.net
The Las Cruces Symphony New World Gala, takes place at 5:30 PM at the Las Cruces Convention Center. The gala promises an unforgettable evening. For ticket information and reservations, please contact LCSA at 575-646-3709.
Monday, September 15
Hardin’s Music Saloon presents Legendary Songwriter/Composer Jimmy Webb, 7 p.m., Atkinson Recital Hall, 1075 Horseshoe St., NMSU Campus. Info: 915-540-9453
Jimmy Webb - composer of numerous iconic songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond - is set to perform selections from his vast catalogue at Atkinson Recital Hall at NMSU on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 7pm (doors at 6pm). Tickets are available online at EPHardins.org, in-person at Hubbard’s Music N More in Las Cruces and All That Music in El Paso.
Tuesday, September 16
Fountain TheatreCult Cinema Club Presents: Glen or Glenda, @ 6:30 p.m., 2469 Calle De Guadalupe, Mesilla. Info: 575-524-8287
Joe Bullock will be discussing his latest release “Cape Mañana” as well as his book “Walking with Herb” on which the movie was based, at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, Tuesday, September 16th at 1:30 p.m. in the Roadrunner Room, 200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces. Info: 575-528-4000
Wednesday, September 17
Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Info: 575-201-3853
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Grief Support Group 2nd & 4th Thursdays at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Open to all and free of charge. Hosted by High Desert Hospice. Info:575-201-3636.
Overeaters Anonymous, 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Peace Lutheran Church, 1701 Missouri Ave. Hybrid meeting, available by Zoom. Info: Bob at 610-762-3779.
Saturday Morning Breakfast for Veterans, 8-10 a.m. every Saturday at Deming American Legion Bataan Post 4, 619 W. Spruce St., Deming. Info: 575-546-8385
Coffee & Donuts for Veterans, 8-11 a.m. every Monday & Wednesday at Deming American Legion Bataan Post 4, 619 W. Spruce St., Deming. Info: 575-546-8385
Overeaters Anonymous, noon Wednesdays at St. James Episcopal Church, 102 St. James St. Hybrid meeting, available by Zoom. Info: Bob at 610-762-3779.
Unity of Las Cruces Prayer & Meditation Circle, 7 p.m. each Wednesday via Zoom. ID 817 3441 31190. Passcode WEDSVC. Info: 575-936-3019.
Las Cruces Ukes meets for a Strum for Fun play-along, 5:30 p.m. every Thursday at Las Cruces Village, 3011 Buena Vida Circle, in the Creative Arts Room. Info: lascrucesukes@gmail.com.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Weekly weight loss support group, meets at 5:30 p.m. every Thursday, at the Center for Spiritual Healing, 575 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Info: 575-522-6760
Tai Chi in the Park free introductory classes every Thursday. 9-10 a.m. at the Mesilla Park Recreation Center in the Park. Ongoing class in the traditional Yan Family Tai Chi Long Form. Information: 915-584-4730.
Coalition of Conservatives in Action, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Kitchen Kraft Home, 980 N. Telshor Blvd. Info: 816-510-1105.
Friday Nite Trivia for Veterans and guests, 6-10 p.m. at Deming American Legion Bataan Post 4, 619 W. Spruce St., Deming. Info: 575-546-8385
Los Leones de Mesilla Lions Club meets 6:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tuesday at La Posta Restaurant, 2410 Calle de San Albino, Mesilla. Info: 915-613-6315
Model A Ford Club meets at 1:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of the Month at Rudy's Barbeque 1020 N Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces. Info: 541-499-1356.
Grief Support Group meets at 5:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month, at Ambercare Home Health, 3870 Foothills Rd., Las Cruces. Info: 575-556-8409
DIY Mental Boost is a free dine and learn mini workshop at 11:45 a.m. on the first Thursday of every month. Location varies. Text ‘workshop’ to 575-201-3769 for reservation link.
Federation of Democratic Women of Doña Ana County, at 6 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, 702 Parker Road, every second Tuesday. Info: Sherri Nolan at 575-644-8207.
The Climate Info: walknbeauty@countermail.comEmergency Legislative Action Committee meets , 6 p.m., every second Thursday at the Unitarian Universalist Church activities room, 3845 N. Swan St., Silver City.
Las Colcheras Quilt Guild meets at 6 p.m. on the third Monday of every month, at American Legion Post 10, 1185 E. Madrid Ave., Las Cruces. Info: Linnea at 575-521-0521
The Minnesota Club meets at 11 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month, at various restaurants around Las Cruces. Info: Call Dee – 575-642-5789 or Kris at 575-323-3624 or Kmaierrn@msn.com
Dona Ana Doll Club meets on the third Saturday of the month at different eating establishments around town. Info: Annalie Rollins at 915-479-3537.
Epilepsy Support & Education Services, Inc. meetings. 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the first and third Saturdays of every month at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Info: 575-636-4500 or EpilepsySupportNM.org.
The Mutual UFO Network presents Coffee Cups & Flying Saucers, 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at Otero Artspace, 1118 Indiana Ave., Alamogordo. Info: 860-324-7614
Desert SW Cancer Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon on the fourth Saturday of the month, at Memorial Medical Center Annex meeting room (entrance on the west side of the hospital). Info: Maricela at 505-453-1789.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers free training sessions in genealogy, 11 a.m.-noon on the last Wednesday of the month, and 6:30-7:30 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month, at 2915 E. Idaho Ave., Las Cruces. Info: 575-496-5277
Explore Fort Selden Historic Site with ranger-guided tours on Wednesday mornings from June to August. 9 - 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Fort Selden Historic Site, 1280 Fort Selden Rd, Radium Springs, NM, 88054.
On the second Tuesday and Thursday monthly AARP Driver Safety courses are presented at First Light Credit Union (3791 E Lohman). 11:00am-3:00pm. Good for discount on auto insurance. $20 AARP members, $25 Non-AARP. Call 760-505-4757 to register and for information.
