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What's Happening This Week In Las Cruces, NM
May 5 - 12, 2024
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Cinco de Mayo FiestaSpanish for "Fifth of May." This celebration is celebrated across the United States and Mexico. The date is observed in the U.S. as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. Held in Mesilla, NM. Arts and crafts, and food vendors line the plaza for the two day event. Mexican music fills the air for a fun celebration. Enjoy live Ballet Folklorico and Mariachi performances, art & crafts vendors, games, and traditional mexican food. On the plaza in Old Mesilla. Find the fiesta schedule here. On the Plaza |
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Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las CrucesLocal food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall |
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Film - "Rose's War"Based on the life of Rose Dugdale, a former debutante who rebelled against her wealthy upbringing, becoming a volunteer in the militant Irish republican organization, the Provisional Irish Republican Army. 2:00 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Music - "Voices of Peace & Freedom"Inspirational program presented by Mesilla Valley Chorale. Doors open at 2:00 PM, show at 3:00 PM. $10 online here. Rio Grande Theatre |
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Tamale FestivalThe New Mexico Tamale Fest is returning to the land of enchantment featuring Tamale sampling from your favorite local food trucks/vendors + Mexican beer gardens + a night mercado + musica + games & ballet folklorica! Viva New Mexico! Get to sample some of New Mexico's BEST tamale's from your favorite local vendors and vote for the 2024 best of the best awards! Sunday May 5th 2023 (Cinco De Mayo) from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM in the downtown Plaza De Las Cruces. Free parking anywhere downtown. Online tickets here. Plaza de Las Cruces |
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Theatre - "In The Next Room or The Vibrator Play"In the Next Room or the vibrator play is a comedy about marriage, intimacy, and electricity. 2:30 PM. Black Box Theatre |
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| Monday, May 6, 2024 | |||
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Computer Workshop - Smart Phone BasicsDid you know your cell phone can do more than make phone calls? Do your family and friends ask you to send them text messages instead of calling them, but you don't know how? Do you want to learn how to use your phone to listen to audio books when you are on the go? Join us as we uncover some of the tools your phone has. Students should bring their Android or iPhone to class for a hands-on experience. 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Free to attend. Branigan Library |
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| Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | |||
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Children's StorytimeThis week join us for a storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers. 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Free to attend. Branigan Library |
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Computer Workshop - Basic Computer SkillsAre you uncomfortable using a computer? Do you want to understand how to use it without the fear of doing something to break it? This class will discuss what computers are and some ways to properly use them in your daily lives. 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Free to attend. Branigan Library |
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Dance - Swing on the Plaza!Come join us for Swing dance on the Plaza. Free lesson from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Open dance 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM or until things die down. Plaza de Las Cruces |
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Gardening Class - "Summer Gardening Tips"Come learn tips and hints for successful hot weather gardening in Doña Ana Co. Presented by Marcia Adams and Marcia Wilson, DACMG's. 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Free to attend. Branigan Library |
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| Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | |||
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Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las CrucesLocal food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall |
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Film - "Rose's War"Based on the life of Rose Dugdale, a former debutante who rebelled against her wealthy upbringing, becoming a volunteer in the militant Irish republican organization, the Provisional Irish Republican Army. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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| Thursday, May 9, 2024 | |||
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Film - "Rose's War"Based on the life of Rose Dugdale, a former debutante who rebelled against her wealthy upbringing, becoming a volunteer in the militant Irish republican organization, the Provisional Irish Republican Army. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Gardening Workshop - "Habitat Gardening"Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation Program sponsors experts teaching gardening, landscaping, outdoor activities that help residents save water. Workshops are two hours long. 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Free to attend. Branigan Library |
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Pre-K Jr. Paleontologists: Fossils of the ArticNurture your little one's love of science! Investigate nature and science through hands-on explorations, stories, and crafts. Adult caregiver participation is required. 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Free to attend. Museum of Nature & Science |
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| Friday, May 10, 2024 | |||
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Farmer's and Crafts Market in Old MesillaOne of America's oldest markets, since 1857. The Old Mesilla Farmers and Crafts Market is open from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Free admission. On the plaza |
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Film - "Hard Miles"A strong-willed social worker at a youth prison assembles a cycling team of teenage convicts and takes them on a transformative 1000-mile ride. Inspired by the life of Greg Townsend and the Ridgeview Academy Cycling Team. This is ... 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Theatre - "Brews with the Bard"“Brews with the Bard” is a series of productions presented by BCTC, inspired by the phenomenon of “Drunk Shakespeare” in New York and Chicago, in which a rotating group of actors attempt to perform a William Shakespeare classic while growing increasingly intoxicated. Doors open at 6:00 PM, show at 7:00 PM. $10 online here. Rio Grande Theatre |
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| Saturday, May 11, 2024 | |||
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Animal FeedingsWhat we eat is important to our health, and for the animals in the Nature Center it's no different. Learn about the enrichment activities we use during mealtimes and more while you watch them display their natural instincts. Now let's eat! No registration is required. All ages are welcome. 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Free to attend. Museum of Nature & Science |
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Artventurous: Mixed MediaExplore a topic from a current or recent museum exhibition through a fun, family-friendly art project. This is a drop-in program, and supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome. 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Free to attend. Museum of Nature & Science |
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Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las CrucesLocal food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall |
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Film - "Hard Miles"A strong-willed social worker at a youth prison assembles a cycling team of teenage convicts and takes them on a transformative 1000-mile ride. Inspired by the life of Greg Townsend and the Ridgeview Academy Cycling Team. This is ... 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Theatre - "Brews with the Bard"“Brews with the Bard” is a series of productions presented by BCTC, inspired by the phenomenon of “Drunk Shakespeare” in New York and Chicago, in which a rotating group of actors attempt to perform a William Shakespeare classic while growing increasingly intoxicated. Doors open at 6:00 PM, show at 7:00 PM. $10 online here. Rio Grande Theatre |
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Storybook StationJoin us on the second Wednesday of each month! Practice learning letters, numbers, colors, and shapes through transportation-themed stories and activities. Plan for 30 to 45 minutes of stories and activities, with more time allowed as needed. No registration is required. Adult caregiver participation is required. 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Las Cruces Railroad Depot Museum |
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| Sunday, May 12, 2024 | |||
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Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las CrucesLocal food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall |
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Film - "Hard Miles"A strong-willed social worker at a youth prison assembles a cycling team of teenage convicts and takes them on a transformative 1000-mile ride. Inspired by the life of Greg Townsend and the Ridgeview Academy Cycling Team. This is ... 2:00 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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