| September TBA
Fort Selden State Monument hosts “Candle Tour”
Fort Selden State Monument, 13 miles north of Las Cruces on I-25, exit 19. Call for time and admission fee. ww.nmculture.org or selden@zianet.com The Friends of Fort Selden will do living history throughout the day. September 1 - 7
White Sands National Monument hosts, “Evening Program”
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 8:30 pm. Entrance fee $3 per adult(15 years and under free). 575-679-2599 ext. 230 or 575-479-6124 ext. 236. http://www.nps.gov/whsa/ or john_mangimeli@nps.gov A 45-minute slide program or film at the amphitheater in the heart of the sands. Relax on a white sand dune and experience an entertaining look at the history or natural history of the area. Topics vary nightly. September 1 - 30
“A Most Terrible Wonder: Firearms from 1600-1900” Exhibit
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday — Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. $5 adults, senior citizens (60 & over), $2 children ages 5-17 and children 4 and under are admitted free. 575-522-4100. www.nmfrhm.org/ or cmassey@frh.state.nm.us Opening reception - March 13, 6 pm to 8 pm. In conjunction with Cowboy Days, the museum will unveil a new exhibition featuring a variety of firearms from its collections that span three centuries. Refreshments and a lecture will be part of the evening. Presenting the lecture is Tad Vanderhye, a firearms expert from Lincoln County. His talk will focus on military firearms from 1855-1896 and he will bring a variety of swords, rifles and handguns to display. Admission is free for opening reception. September 1 - 30
City of Artists Promotional Association (CAPA) hosts, "Barricade Art Project”
New City Hall Location, 700 N. Main Street. Free and open to the public 24-7. The City of Artists Promotional Association. Contact Carol Lopez at waxartist@earthlink.net or call 575-523-0731. The works of local artists and children are displayed around the construction site of the New City Hall Building next to Thomas Branigan Memorial Library September 1 - 30
Enjoy our new-look Heritage Gallery
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. $5 adults, senior citizens (60 & over), $2 children ages 5-17 and children 4 and under are admitted free. 575-522-4100. www.nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/ or cmassey@frh.state.nm.us Dramatic changes have taken place in our Heritage Gallery over the past several months. A new 69-feet-long, 10-feet-tall mural depicting ancient agriculture in the area welcomes visitors into the gallery. Museum staff members worked with muralist Tony Pennock and several NMSU Students to create the colorful piece. Another addition to the gallery is the re-created mercantile that allows visitors to step back into another era. September 1 - 30
Las Cruces: Crossroads of History
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday 9 am - 1 pm. Admission is free and the museum is accessible and open to the public. 575-541-2155. gcourts@las-cruces.org A comprehensive look at the history of Las Cruces and the Mesilla Valley spanning the past 400 years, through the use of photographs, documents, artifacts and narrative, the story of the Las Cruces crossroads from dusty collection of adobe settlements to the vibrant city of today is unveiled. September 1 - 30
Victor Gallardo Exhibit
Las Cruces Convention & Visitors Bureau, 211 N. Water Street. Open Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm. 575-993-8228 or 575-541-2444. Please stop by the bureau to see the artist’s work. vicgallardo65@gmail.com September 1 - 30
White Sands National Monument hosts, "Sunset Strolls"
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. Call for time. Entrance fee is $3 per person (15 years and under free). 575-679-2599 ext. 230 or 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/ or john_mangimeli@nps.gov Daily year-round (except December 25). Begins one hour before sunset. A leisurely one-hour ranger-guided walk. Experience sunset over the white sands and see the plants and animals of the dune field. A photographer's delight. Starts at sign along the Dunes Drive. September 2
Jeff Dunham coming to Las Cruces
New Mexico State University, Pan American Center, on University Avenue. 7:30 pm. www.ticketmaster.com Jeff Dunham is coming to Las Cruces and tickets are on sale early for students! The Student Presale will run April 13 - May 31, 2009. NMSU Students can receive $10 off with their NMSU Student ID. Students must provide VALID Student ID and are limited to 2 tickets per ID. Student Pre-Sale tickets are ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE PAN AM BOX OFFICE. Ticket Prices are $50, $40 & $30. (Student Discount available ONLY on $40 and $30 tickets.) Jeff Dunham is an American ventriloquist and stand-up comedian who has also appeared on numerous television shows, including Star Search, Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central Presents and The Tonight Show. He is familiar to Comedy Central audiences for his three specials on that network: Jeff Dunham: Arguing With Myself, Jeff Dunham: Spark of Insanity, and Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special. His style has been described as "a dressed-down, more digestible version of Don Rickles with multiple personality disorder. September 2 - 4
The Tombaugh Gallery hosts, Cindy Clark and Jan Harrison Exhibit
The Tombaugh Gallery, 2000 S. Solano Drive. Gallery hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10 am - 2 pm. 575-523-0442. INGLEJA@uwec.edu A fiber arts show. September 2 - 30
Mesilla Mercado (Thursdays & Sundays)
Old Mesilla Plaza, 2205 Avenue de Mesilla. Thursdays and Sundays year-round. 575-523-4896 or 575-524-3262 ext. 116. www.farmersmarketsnm.org or www.oldmesilla.org Growers and vendors selling locally grown produce and homemade crafts. September 4
Downtown Ramble
Downtown Mall. 5 pm - 7 pm. 575-527-5018. Do the Main Street Downtown Ramble through galleries, shops, businesses and restaurants. Enjoy art openings, exhibits, music, entertainment, open mic opportunities, shopping, refreshments and more. September 4
White Sands National Monument hosts, “Full Moon Nights”
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 8 pm. Entrance fee $3 per adult, (15 years and under free). 575-679-2599 ext. 230 or 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/ or john_mangimeli@nps.gov Special programs presented by park rangers or guest speakers. Experience the beauty of the full moon on the white sands. Park entrance closes at 10 pm, please exit by 11 pm. September 4 - 26
Branigan Cultural Center hosts, “5000 Flowers”
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday 9 am - 1 pm. Admission is free and the museum is accessible and open to the public. 575-541-2154 or 575-526-9212. www.las-cruces.org/museums or mkshannon@las-cruces.org Mixed media art exhibit in remembrance of 9/11, organized by the Las Cruces Progress Club, General Federation of Women’s Clubs. September 4 - 26
Branigan Cultural Center hosts, “Artamants”
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday 9 am - 1 pm. Admission is free and the museum is accessible and open to the public. 575-541-2154 or 575-526-9212. www.las-cruces.org/museums or mkshannon@las-cruces.org Loosely translated from Latin, Artamants means “lovers of art.” This group of professional artists has been gathering weekly for over 10 years to paint and to share techniques and camaraderie. September 5
New Mexico State University Aggies Football Team vs. Idaho
New Mexico State University Aggie Memorial Football Stadium, on Payne Street. 6 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com or www.ticketmaster.com September 5 - 6
“Franciscan Festival of Arts”
Holy Cross Retreat, south on Highway 478. Call for time and schedule. 575-524-3688 www.holycrossretreat.org September 5 - 6
“Hatch Chile Festival”
Hatch, New Mexico, 37 miles N. on I-25. Saturday 10 am - 12:30 pm, Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm. 575-267-5050 or 575-267-5483 or 575-267-4010. www.hatchchilefest.com or mnordyke@zianet.com All weekend long includes the following: chile toss, chile eating, watermelon eating contests, chile quilt and pillow raffle. Horseshoe tournament - registration at 11 am. Chile foods demonstrations. Ristra tying demonstrations. Chile capital artists ristra painting demonstration. Chile festival kitchen open, beer garden, carnival, vendors, food and fun. Fresh roasted Hatch green chile. September 5 - 7
“Harvest Wine Festival”
Southern New Mexico State Fairground, 12 miles west of Las Cruces, I-10 exit, 127 & 132. Call for time and entertainment schedule. 575-522-1232. www.wineharvestfestival.com or dawn@helpinghandsevents.com Celebrate New Mexico’s wine harvest with grape stomping, wine tasting, live entertainment. Festival features arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities, hourly wine seminars and great relaxed atmosphere. September 8
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest
Rio Grande Theatre, 311 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-523-6403. daarts.org or infodaac@daarts.org Come enjoy the entertainment at the Rio Grande Theatre. Please call for upcoming special guest listings. September 11
ArtsHop
Various location throughout the City of Las Cruces. 4 pm - 8 pm. 575-523-6403. http://daarts.org/ Call for information and fees. 575-523-6403. Since 1994, this annual tour of selected galleries has provided an opportunity for participants to enjoy a variety of exhibits in our area’s growing gallery scene. All net proceeds from this event go to support the DAAC Career Art Path (CAP) program for middle school students and other Since 1994, this annual tour of selected galleries has provided an opportunity for participants to enjoy a variety of exhibits in our area’s growing gallery scene. All net proceeds from this event go to support the DAAC Career Art Path (CAP) program for middle school students and other youth arts programs. September 11
The Tombaugh Gallery hosts, ARTSHOP Show - Celestial Season by Preston Thayer
The Tombaugh Gallery, 2000 S. Solano Drive. 4 pm - 8 pm. 575-523-0442. INGLEJA@uwec.edu Show will continues through October 2, 2009. (ArtsHop ticket required). September 11
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park Guided Tree Tour
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, off of Calle del Norte (going towards Old Mesilla). 8:30 am - 9:30 am. 575-523-4398. kabalos@state.nm.us Free with paid park entrance fee. Hosted by Park Ranger Ken Abalos. September 12
Doña Ana Doll Club Show & Sale
Days Inn, 901 Avenida de Mesilla. 9 am - 4 pm. Call for admission fee. Call Gloria at: 575-523-1413 or Gail 575-523-8012. gsanders@zianet.com Dolls, teddy bears, miniatures and toys. September 12
New Mexico State University Aggies Football Team vs. Prairie View A&M
New Mexico State University Aggie Memorial Football Stadium, on Payne Street. 6 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com or www.ticketmaster.com September 12 - 13
21st Annual Frontier Days
Fort Selden State Monument, I-25 exit 19,. 13 miles north of Las Cruces. Call for time and schedule. 575-526-8911 or 1-800-429-9488. www.nmmounments.org or selden@zianet.com September 12 - 13
Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta
Old Mesilla Plaza, south on Highway 28. Saturday noon - midnight, Sunday noon - 7 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-524-3262 ext. 116 or 117. www.mesilla-nm.org or kmedina_tom@comcast.net September 12 - 13
St. Genevieve Church Fiesta
St. Genevieve Church, 1025 E. Las Cruces Avenue. Saturday 11 am - 10 pm, Sunday 11 am - 8 pm. Also on Sunday 11 am Mariachi Mass followed by precession to the fiesta. Free and open to public. 575-524-9649 or call Salua Villani at: 575-621-6213. Live entertainment, fantastic food including our world famous gorditas, children’s games, and silent auction. Lots of fun for the entire family! September 12
White Sands National Monument hosts, “White Sands Star Party”
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 7:30 pm. Entrance fee $3 per adult, (15 years and under free). 575-679-2599 ext. 230 or 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/ or john_mangimeli@nps.gov September 13
“Live by Request - Music on the Patio” at La Viña Winery
La Viña Winery, 4201 S. New Mexico Highway 28, La Union, New Mexico. 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Free admission. 575-882-7632. stark@lavinawinery.com or www.lavinawinery.com ‘A little bit of folk, a little bit of country, & a little bit of rock & roll’. Enjoy a beautiful outdoor setting with fresh air, fine New Mexico wines and wonderful entertainment. Bring the kids and a picnic lunch. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. Next performance dates: September 27, October 4, October 10, November 1, 2009. September 19
New Mexico State University Aggies Football Team vs. UTEP (University of Texas El Paso)
New Mexico State University Aggie Memorial Football Stadium, on Payne Street. 6 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com or www.ticketmaster.com September 19 - 20
Antique & Collectible Show
American Legion Hall, 1185 E. Madrid. Call for time and admission fee. 575-640-7173. September 19 - 20
White Sands Hot Air Balloon Invitational
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. Lift-off at 7 am. Entrance fee $3 per adult, (15 years and under free). 575-679-2599 ext. 230 or 575-479-6124 ext. 236 or 575-437-6120 or 800-826-0294. www.nps.gov/whsa/ or john_mangimeli@nps.gov A collection of colorful balloons filling the air over the white gypsum dunes of White Sands National Monument. September 20
Mariachi Sundays
Old Mesilla Plaza, south on Highway 28. 4 pm - 6 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-525-1735 or 575-524-3262. www.lascrucesmariachi.org or lascrucesmariach@zianet.com Come and enjoy the Mariachi music and with your friends and family at the Plaza! The next Mariachi Sunday dates are as follow: September 27 (4 pm - 6 pm), October 11, 18, 25 (4 pm 6 pm. November 1 and ( 4 pm - 6 pm) with the Big Finale is November 8 from 2 pm - 5 pm. September 22
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest
Rio Grande Theatre, 311 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-523-6403. daarts.org or infodaac@daarts.org Come enjoy the entertainment at the Rio Grande Theatre. Please call for upcoming special guest listings. September 25 - 27
The Whole Enchilada Fiesta
Hadley Complex and Meerscheidt Recreation Center, on Hadley Avenue. Call for time and schedule. Call for admission fees. 575-526-1938. www.enchiladafiesta.com We have a Chile Festival so why not an enchilada fiesta. Las Cruces hosts one big street party complete with food, dancing, a parade and the making of the official world’s largest enchilada! September 26 - 27
Mesilla Valley Corn Maze”
Mesilla Valley Corn Maze, 3855 W. Picacho Avenue. The corn maze is open on Saturday and Sunday 11 am - 7 pm and the U-Pick Garden is open on Saturday and Sundays from 8 am - 7 pm and Wednesday from 8 am - 2 pm. Admission fee is: $8 for adults, $6 for children. 575-526-1919. www.mesillavalleymaze.com or anna@mesillavalleymaze.com The Mesilla Valley Maze and Lyles Family Farms is brought to you each year by Steve and Anna Lyles. The farm has grown to over 1000 acres, providing fresh produce to markets across the country. The event will be held through November 1, 2009. September 27
Ciclovia Health Event
Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada Avenue. 10 am - 2 pm. 575-522-0289. june@snmdo.org Las Crucesens looking for a fun way to get healthy and active can participate in monthly Ciclovia health events. Ciclovia offers bike riding, walking, jogging, dancing, aerobics, gymnastics, skates welcome and more! It’s free for the whole family! These fun physical activity events will be held the last Sunday of the month from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm January through October 2009. Last date: October 25, 2009. September 27
Mariachi Sundays
Old Mesilla Plaza, south on Highway 28. 4 pm - 6 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-525-1735 or 575-524-3262. www.lascrucesmariachi.org or lascrucesmariach@zianet.com Come and enjoy the Mariachi music and with your friends and family at the Plaza! The next Mariachi Sunday dates are as follow: October 11, 18, 25 (4 pm 6 pm). November 1 and ( 4 pm - 6 pm) with the Big Finale is November 8 from 2 pm - 5 pm. September 27
White Sands National Monument hosts, "Lake Lucero Tour"
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 9 am. Tour fee $3 per adult, children & Golden Age Pass $1.50. Reservations are required. 575-679-2599 ext. 230 or 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/ or john_mangimeli@nps.gov For tour information: it is a 3-hour trip to the dry lake that is the source of the white sands. Drive 18-miles (one way) and hike 3/4 mile to Lake Lucero. Explore the geology of this unique area. September 27
“Live by Request - Music on the Patio” at La Viña Winery
La Viña Winery, 4201 S. New Mexico Highway 28, La Union, New Mexico. 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Free admission. 575-882-7632. stark@lavinawinery.com or www.lavinawinery.com ‘A little bit of folk, a little bit of country, & a little bit of rock & roll’. Enjoy a beautiful outdoor setting with fresh air, fine New Mexico wines and wonderful entertainment. Bring the kids and a picnic lunch. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. Next performance dates: September 27, October 4, October 10, November 1, 2009. September 30 - October 4
Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo
Southern New Mexico State Fairground, 12 miles west of Las Cruces, I-10 west, exit 127 or 132. Call for time and schedule. 575-524-8602 or 575524-8612. www.snmstatefair.com or snmsfr@fastwave.biz |
