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2010
April 1 - July 18
Building for the Future: Rural Schoolhouses of New Mexico
Exhibit features photographs, oral histories and objects profiling some of the rural schoolhouses in New Mexico history. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday Noon - 5 pm. $5. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/
April 1- September 10
Colcha: Embroidered Connections
An embroidery stitch that is traced back to the 1700s in New Mexico is focus of this tradition-rich exhibit . New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. $5. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/
April 1 - October 24
What in the World? Unusual Objects from the Museum Collections Exhibit
Enjoy a fun and informative journey through a fascinating array of unusual objects from the museum’s collections. Museum visitors are invited to answer the challenge to identify their uses in this interactive exhibit. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon – 5 pm. $5. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/
April 2
Downtown Ramble
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. The Ramble is held the first Friday of each month. Downtown Mall. 5 - 7 pm. Free admission. 575-523-2950.
April 2
Penny Thomas Simpson
Exhibit of paintings by Alamogordo artist and new Las Cruces resident Penny Thomas Simpson. Opening reception Sunday, March 7 from 12 noon – 2 pm. Tombaugh Gallery of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Las Cruces, 2000 S. Solano Drive. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am - 2 pm. Free Admission. 575-522-7281. www.uuchurchlc.org
April – 2 – May 1
Book It! Exhibit
Juried exhibit of original handmade books, organized by Teacup Garden Studio. Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. Monday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm, Saturday 9 am – 1 pm. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
April 2 – May 1
Finding Solace Exhibit
Where do we find solace? How do we seek solace? Do you offer solace to others? The theme of solace is interpreted in this juried art quilt exhibit from the Studio Art Quilts Association, New Mexico Exhibits Committee. Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. Monday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm, Saturday 9 am – 1 pm. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
April 3
Amilia K. Spicer
Indie/folk singer/songwriter. Light refreshments provided, you are welcome to bring wine or refreshments to share. Reservation required. Las Alturas House, 4055 Tamarisk Road, North University to right on Geothermal, left on Tamarisk. 7 pm. $15. 575-522-5197. www.amiliaspicer.com
April 3
Trinity Site Open House
The Trinity site is the location of the first atomic bomb explosion on earth. The site is open to the public twice a year first Saturday in April and October. White Sands Missile Range. Stallion Gate off Highway 380. Free admission. 575-678-1134. www.wsmr.army.mil
April 6
Denver Brass featuring Col. Lowell Graham, Conductor
The Denver Brass is an energetic evening of music with musicians who have dedicated themselves to presenting fresh and exhilarating concerts of diverse and dynamic music styles. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, on Espina Street and Horseshoe Circle. 7:30 pm. $5-$25. 915-833-9400. www.eppm.org
April 8
Butterfield Overland Mail
Join others interested in local history for History Notes to discuss the history our part of Southern New Mexico. Presentations lead by staff, docents and guest speakers. No registration required. Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. 1 - 2 pm. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
April 8 – 11
16th Annual Border Book Festival
This unique festival brings together authors from around the world. Live performances, food, fun and lots of storytelling, workshops, concerts, and readings. No alcohol, smoking or pets are allowed on the plaza. This Old Mesilla Plaza, south on highway 28 in Mesilla, Calle de Guadalupe and Mesilla Community Center, 2251 Calle de Santiago. Call for schedule and admission fees. 575-523-3988, 575-524-1499. www.borderbookfestival.org
April 9 - 25
Big, Bad Mouse
In the Orders Office of Chunkibix Ltd, it is Mr. Price-Hargreaves who gives the orders and Mr Bloome who obeys them. Until, that is, Mr. Bloome is one day accused of chasing a young female person across Wandsworth Common making him the hero of every woman and girl in the office not least Miss Spencer. So glorious is Bloome's transformation, in fact, that when the young person in question discovers she has made a mistake in her identification, Bloome is the reverse of pleased and determines to keep her quiet. Las Cruces Community Theatre, 313 N. Downtown Mall. Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm. $8. For more information call 575-523-1200. www.lcctnm.org
April 11 – 30
Luisa Hernandez Exhibit
Digitally manipulated images and other work. Tombaugh Gallery of the Unitarian Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano Drive. Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10 am – 2 pm. Free admission. 575-522-7281. www.uuchurchlc.org
April 15
Bassekou Kouyate
Bassekou Kouyate is one of Mali's best-known ngoni players. He has collaborated with many important traditional musicians of his country as well as international such as Carlos Santana and U2 among many others. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, on Espina Street and Horseshoe Circle. 8 pm. $10-$15. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
April 15 - 18
White Sands International Film Festival
Intended to screen outstanding short and feature length documentaries and narratives of all genres from around the world, but also retain a special focus on Latino and New Mexican film-making, as well as celebrate outstanding cinema that has been shot in the amazing back drop of Southern New Mexico. Various locations: Allen Theaters (Mesilla Valley Mall), Hotel Encanto and New Mexico State University. 877-345-6973. www.wsiff.com
April 16 - May 2
The Inspector General
A government inspector is headed to town and the residents are determined to make a good impression. A case of mistaken identity leads to laughter in this Russian classic brought to New Mexico by the American Southwest Theatre Company. New Mexico State University Hershel Zohn Theatre, on Jordan Street. Thursday at 7 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 2 pm. $15. 575-646-1420, 800-525-ASTC(2782). www.ticketmaster.com
April 16 - May 2
Vanities
This Off-Broadway hit is a bittersweet comedy that is an astute, snapshot sharp chronicle of the lives of three Texas girls. Starting in 1963, "Vanities" follows the lives of these friends from high school through college and beyond into the real world. "Unnervingly funny. . . .Fast moving, sneakily stinging dialogue." - Newsweek. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. Call for performance times. $10. For more information call 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org
April 17
New Mexico State University Concert Choirs and Gospel Choir
Get into the holiday spirit with NMSU’s Concert Choir, Gospel Choir and Campus Choir, delivering messages of hope through music that transcends demographic boundaries and connects people through song. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, on Espina Street and Horseshoe Circle. 7:30 pm. Donations accepted at the door. 575-646-2067 http://music.nmsu.edu
April 17
Night Time in the Desert
Come explore the desert at it’s finest time – night. The sun will be setting and the critters abound! Family friendly. Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, 56501 N. Jornada Road. 6 - 8:30 pm. Free admission. 575-524-3334. www.asombro.org
April 17
Saturday Family Workshop
Families are invited to spend Saturday afternoons at the Museum participating in arts and crafts activities that relate to Museum exhibits. This week’s project will be Coffee Ground Fossil. New Mexico State University, corner of University Avenue and Solano Drive inside Kent Hall. 2 – 3:30 pm. Free admission. 575-646-5161. www.nmsu.edu/museum/
April 17
Stars-N-Parks
Begin your evening with a 20 to 30 minute green laser pointer tour of the sky. Presenters will identify night sky objects, and then guests are able to look in a telescope for a closer view. Leasburg Dam State Park, 19 miles north of Las Cruces, exit 19. 6:50 pm. Free admission. 575-527-8386. www.astro-npo.org/snp.php
April 17
We Are One Dance and Drum
Middle Eastern dancers and drummers will show what they’ve learned in area workshops and classes. Students will come from throughout the region, Karuna Warren and Marie Warren of New World Drummers will be among professional performers and teachers joining in the event. “We will perform African dance and music, but of the most of the performers will be students and teachers of Middle Eastern dance,” along with a variety of drumming groups. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. With two performances 2 pm & 7:30 pm. Call for admission. 575-639-1616, 575-526-5940. www.myplacejewell.com
April 18
Raul Dorn, Teacher and Artist
Mr. Dorn is an abstract artist and teacher of art at Alma d’ Arte Charter School. University Terrace Good Samaritan Village, 3011 Buena Vida Circle. 1:30 pm. Free admission. 575-532-6293. http://lascrucesarts.org
April 21
Ana Moura
Portuguese vocalist Ana Moura, whose soulful and riveting interpretation of her land's captivating fado style has made her a star in Europe, brings her gentle, persuasive magic to North American audiences. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, on Espina Street and Horseshoe Circle. 8 pm. $10-$15. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
April 23
Girls Night Out
2nd annual girls night out is a fun evening for women of all ages, to come together, have some girly fun and pamper themselves, while raising money and awareness about domestic violence in our community. Alameda House, 526 S. Alameda Boulvard. $50. 575-522-1232. http://lcgirlsnightout.com/
April 23 - 24
Requiem, Giuseppe Verdi
Composed in 1874 to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of famed Italian author and humanist, Alessandro Manzoni. Requiem employs contrasts of tumultuous rhythms and sublime melodies, choral and solo passages. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, on Espina Street and Horseshoe Circle. Friday 7:30 pm, Saturday 3 pm. $15-$20. 575-646-2067 for information, 575-646-1420 for tickets. http://music.nmsu.edu
April 23 - 25
Spring Showcase of Homes
Tour beautiful homes with a guidebook to inform you of locations of subdivisions and homes. This show is for people in the market to buy a home or for decorating and design ideas. Friday 4 – 7 pm, Saturday 10 am – 7 pm, Sunday 12 noon – 5 pm. Free admission. 575-526-6126. www.lascrucesshowecaseofhomes.com
April 24
British Car Show
The car show attracts British cars of all kinds, from various state and has become very popular. No alcohol, smoking or pets allowed on the plaza. Old Mesilla Plaza, south on highway 28, Mesilla, NM. 9 am – 1 pm. Free admission. www.oldmesilla.org
April 24
Day of Dance
Branigan Cultural Center’s 5th Annual presentation in recognition of UNESCO International Day of Dance, features culturally diverse dance forms from around the world and found in Southern New Mexico. Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. 10 am – 1 pm. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
April 24
Saturday Family Workshop
Families are invited to spend Saturday afternoons at the Museum participating in arts and crafts activities that relate to Museum exhibits. This week’s project will be Pueblo Drums. New Mexico State University, corner of University Avenue and Solano Drive inside Kent Hall. 2 – 3:30 pm. Free admission. 575-646-5161. www.nmsu.edu/museum/
April 24 – 25
La Viņa Blues & Jazz Festival
Park-like atmosphere with great musical entertainment being provided by local and regional talent. Over sixty vendors with fine art, arts & crafts, and food items ranging from fresh roasted corn and quesadillas to gourmet hamburgers. Join us in celebrating the arrival of spring and over 20 wines from La Viņa Winery. La Viņa Winery, 4201 S. Highway 28, La Union, NM 88021. Noon - 7 pm. $10-$15. 575-882-7632. www.lavinawinery.com
April 25
Ciclovia Health Event
Ciclovia offers bike riding, walking, jogging, dancing, aerobics, gymnastics, skates welcome and more! Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada Avenue. 10 am - 2 pm. Free admission. 575-522-0289.
April 25
Lake Lucero Tour
Join a ranger and learn about the formation of the sands and the special plants and animals that live in and around the dunes. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 9 am. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
April 27
Intersection
Performing as a violin, cello and piano trio, Intersection has forged a powerful connection with audiences worldwide. Drawing inspiration from their home base in New York, Intersection is an exciting musical embodiment of vitality, verve and diversity. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $20. 575-521-4051. www.riograndetheatre.com
April 30
Full Moon Nights Bike Rides
Special programs presented by park rangers or guest speakers. Experience the beauty of the full moon on the white sands. Reservations required and accepted one month in advance for bike ride. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 9 pm. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
April 30 - May 2
Spring Showcase of Homes
Tour beautiful homes with a guidebook to inform you of locations of subdivisions and homes. This show is for people in the market to buy a home or for decorating and design ideas. Friday 4 – 7 pm, Saturday 10 am – 7 pm, Sunday 12 noon – 5 pm. Free admission. 575-526-6126. www.lascrucesshowecaseofhomes.com
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