40 Days & 40 Nights
Future Forge co-founder Stephen Lindsey demonstrates work done at the community makerspace.
The Future Forge Makerspace will hold its 5th anniversary celebration from 5-9 p.m., on Friday, February 21, at the Murray Hotel Ballroom, 200 W Broadway St. The free banquet …
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Friday, February 14 Sweetheart Valentine’s Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Silver Threads Company, 300 N. Bullard St., Silver City. Info: 575-284-7022 Academy for Learning in Retirement …
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The Paranormal Cirque returns to Las Cruces, February 14-17, in the parking lot of the Mesilla Valley Mall. The black and red big top will feature acrobats, illusionists, freaks, creatures, and all …
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Friday, November 15 Mesilla Valley Contra Dance, 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Mesilla Community Center, 2251 Calle de Santiago, Mesilla. Info: 575-932-8222 2024 Holly Day House, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., at …
It’s that time of year again: When ghoulies and ghosties rise up to interact with the living, and the fear of diabetes hangs like a pall over every family household. Whether you like your …
It’s never too late in the season for a wine festival, or so it would seem. While most viniculture events tend to fall between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the village of Tularosa waits to …
Friday, October 25 Austin Stambaugh & Third Seven, 7 p.m. at Whiskey Creek Zócalo, 11786 Hwy 180 East, Arenas Valley. Info: 575-388-1266 or WhiskeyCreekZocalo.com Oso Productions …
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Arts Roundup

Cuarenta y Cinco to Perform at Summer Community Concert One of New Mexico’s top groups since 1991, Cuarenta y Cinco will be featured, along with Angelica Padilla and Illusion Band, during …

Coming Up This Week Aug. 16 - Aug. 23

Friday, August 16 Daniel Sanchez, 7 p.m., De La Vegas Pecan Grill and Brewery, 500 S. Telshor Blvd., Las Cruces. Info: 575-521-1099 Montopolis: Two Silent Classics, Two Live Scores, 7:30 …

Tickets on Sale for Vampire Mardi Gras The Vampire New Orleans Mardi Gras is coming to the Historic Dona Ana Courthouse on March 1, but now is the time to get your tickets for the costume/dance …
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There was a while there when community theatre in downtown Las Cruces had grown a little musty and staid. Old chestnuts were dropping with a thud and there seemed to be a distinct lack of enthusiasm, …
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The KTAL radio station will host the “For the Love of Que Tal Community Radio,” a community engagement fundraiser where community members will have the opportunity to meet some of their …
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Mayor Ken Ladner and wife Becky Smith in period costumes. Photo courtesy of Silver City Museum Society
Silver City remains the only municipality in New Mexico operating under its original 146-year-old charter. History of the Territorial Charter is celebrated annually on February 15 th .  As …
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Camerata del Sol: Ripples of Hope The premiere chamber orchestra of the Southwest presents a showcase of virtuoso expression in celebration of Black History Month, featuring the music of Price, …
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Chocolate and coffee? Oh my! That’s what people can expect from this year’s Chocolate Fantasia, the annual event sponsored by Mimbres Region Arts Council (MRAC). This year’s theme …
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Friday, February 7 The Groove, 7 p.m., at VFW Post 7686, 700 Hwy 70 W., Alamogordo. Info: 575-437-0770 Camerata del Sol: Ripples of Hope, 7:30 p.m., at the Woman’s Club of El Paso, …
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New Mexico State University will host the 2025 New Mexico Chile Conference Feb. 3-4 at the New Mexico Farm and Heritage Museum in Las Cruces. This year’s conference will feature nearly 24 different speakers and presentations.
Nearly two dozen chile pepper experts will gather in Las Cruces to present the latest industry trends and research breakthroughs at the 2025 New Mexico Chile Conference. Presented by the New Mexico …
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Artist Abel Garcia, right, with UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) three-time heavyweight champion Randy Couture at an event during which Garcia painted for a Dallas Cowboys’ event bringing veterans and players together.
Talk about a big draw! Renowned artist, Las Cruces native and NMSU graduate Abel Garcia will return to his home town Oct. 17 to paint a special picture for Bras for a Cause, one of the signature …
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Friday, October 11 Carbon/Element Opening Reception, 5-7 p.m. at Light Art Space, 209 W. Broadway, Silver City. Info: LightArtSpace.com S.R. Mattoose Opening Reception, 5-7 p.m. at Seedboat …
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The Ballard Phot Studio opens at Branigan Cultural Center The Branigan Cultural Center hosts a new exhibit, The Ballard Photo Studio: A Portrait of Community featuring more than 200 photographic …
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Friday, September 27 Border Destroyer Opening Reception, 5:30 p.m. at The New Mexico State University Art Museum, 1308 E. University Ave., Las Cruces. Info:  UAM.NMSU.edu Night Vision …
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