October 10
Pickle Jam Concert is just around the corner, taking place on Friday, October 10th at Blue Moon Bar & Grill, 13060 N Valley Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88007
Autumn Harvest Art Show! Come by for a celebration of local artists! Being held at 614 East Lohman Ave. from 4-7:30 p.m.
Family-Friendly Planting Day! Presented by Keep Las Cruces Beautiful and City of Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation Program. Planting activities will take place while supplies last. This event is free and perfect for the whole family! From 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Pioneer Women’s Park, 500 W. Las Cruces Avenue, Las Cruces. Info: 575-528-4506
Black Box Theatre presents Home, I’m Darling. Home, I’m Darling is Laura Wade’s new dark comedy about sex, cake and the quest to be the perfect 1950s housewife. From October 3rd -19th at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Main Street, Las Cruces. Reserving is simple, go to nostrings.booktix.com. Call us at 575-523-1223 if you have problems.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadowcast is BACK at the Rio Grande Theatre! The Las Cruces Shadow Cast will bring the iconic characters and scenes to life right before your eyes. Happening, Oct 10th & 11th Doors open at 6pm, pre-show starts at 7pm, and the film begins at 8pm. Prop Bag is included with Ticket! Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main Street, Las Cruces.
Moonlight Adult Night at the Museums! Enter at the Museum of Nature & Science Entrance on Main Street! You then have access to all three Main Street Museums–the Museum of Nature & Science, Museum of Art, and Branigan Cultural Center. Adults 21+, with a valid ID, 5-9 PM, Last entry at 8:15 PM. Adult beverages and food from food trucks can be purchased on the premises throughout the night. No outside food or drink is allowed. Downtown Main Street.
NMSU Theatre Arts Presents Sanctuary City, A play by Martyna Majok. Oct 10th & 11th at 1001 E. University Avenue, Las Cruces. Info: https://theatre.nmsu.edu/
Parks & Recreations Fall Hiking Series Across the Southwest- This week the hike will start at 8 a.m. Soledad Loop Trail, 3.4 miles, 1330 Soledad Canyon Road, Las Cruces. The hiking series offers residents an opportunity to connect with nature, improve wellness, and enjoy social engagement in a relaxed outdoor setting. Hikers of all skill levels are welcome, from first-time participants to seasoned trail walkers. Registration is required no later than the day before each hike. There is no fee to participate. For information, contact the Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center at (575)541-2454/TTY 711.
Teen Night: Halloween Homecoming Dance. Friday, October 10th – 7:00-10:00 PM
The shadows are calling... and this time, we’re answering. Step into a night of dark beats, eerie lights, and the creepiest vibes Las Cruces has ever seen. Dress up in costume or dress up in your nicest fit, you decide! Free food, games & bone-rattling fun. Haunted dance floor waiting for brave souls. Ages 12+ | Free Entry. Security Present (No weapons, drugs, large bags, etc.) 330 W. Las Cruces Ave.
October 11
Flights & Sites, 8-11 a.m., at the War Eagles Air Museum, 8012 Airport Rd., Santa Teresa. Info: WarEaglesAirMuseum.com
In My Shoes mini Film Festival presented by Bold Futures. Saturday, Oct 11th from 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 E. University Ave., Las Cruces. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Cash Bar Available. FREE EVENT! RSVP early at http://bit.ly/4pnc925
NARFE National Active & Retired, Federal Employees Breakfast Buffet 8:30 am at Independent Living 3011 Buena Vida, Las Cruces, PROGRAM: Bonnie Zeiler, Director of Health and Wellness for Genesis Topics: Lifestyle changes that help slow down all types of dementia/Alzheimer’s
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
Screening of, The Land of Sacrifice – the Burden of New Mexico oil and Gas Extraction, at the Fountain Theater on Oct 11th from 1-3p.m. Event features Q&A with individuals featured in documentary. 2469 Calle De Guadalupe, Mesilla, Info: 575-524-8287.
The Asombro Institute invites you to come celebrate bats and other night life at Going Batty: The Desert After Dark! Visit booths around the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park to participate in family-friendly activities and crafts, see live animals, chat with experts, and collect New Mexican wildlife trading cards as you go. This event is Saturday, October 11th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Asombro’s Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, 56501 N Jornada Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88012. The event is free to the public
October 12
The Mesilla Valley Concert Band will perform “From the B Side”, 3 p.m. at the Atkinson Recital Hall, 1075 N. Horseshoe St., NMSU. Free Admission. Info: www.mesillavalleyconcertband.org
October 13
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Las Cruces community radio station, KTAL-LP 101.5 FM will be hosting their information session: Monday, October 13th, 6:30 - 7:30pm at the KTAL station at 121 Wyatt Dr. Unit #9. If you are interested in what is involved behind the scenes at a radio station.
October 14
County Manager Scott Andrews will present a “Chartering Ceremony” for the newly-formed “DAC Voices Toastmasters” club on October 14th at 9 a.m. in the Commissioners Chambers in the Dona Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd. in Las Cruces. The public is invited to attend.
The Academy for Learning in Retirement’s October presentations focus on Museums in Dona Ana County “The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Museum”, Dr. Steve Loring. The presentations will be held in person at the DACC Auditorium, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd, from 10:30 until noon. Coffee and cookies are available from 9:40 until 10:20 at the Student Resources Center next door. Info: 575-527-7509 or tinyurl.com/ALR-Reg
October 15
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
October 16
Temple Beth El, School Board Candidate Forum. Thursday October 16th at 6:30 p.m. A reception will follow the forum in the social hall. 3980 Sonoma Springs Ave.
Ongoing Events
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.
Hope & Healing Ambercare Grief Group meets at 12:30 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.
