| April 7: Trinity Site Tour -- The Trinity site is the location of the first atomic bomb explosion on earth. The site is open to the public twice a year. At White Sands Missile Range, for information call 505-678-1134. Easter Sunday: Farmers & Crafts Market Spring Eggstravagana on the Downtown Mall. April 21: Annual Frontier Day-- Take a trip back in time with a visit to Fort Selden State Monument as they honor the civilians and soldiers who lived at the fort and protected the residents of the Mesilla Valley after the Civil War. Among the groups honored are the Buffalo Soldeiers who were some of the first soldiers assigned tothe Frot. At Fort Selden State Monument, for information call 505-526-8911 or 800-429-9488. April 18-22: Border Book Festival -- This week long festival brings together authors from around the world. Live performances, food, fun and lots of reading. Various locations, for information call 505-524-1499. April 27-29: Gus Macker 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament -- Sponsored by the Hispano Chamber of Commerce on Hadley Street. April 27-29: Las Cruces Homes Builders Spring Showcase of Homes -- See the finest custom homes in Las Cruces built by a large variety of builders, for information call 505-526-6126. |