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2010
August 1 - 31
Sunset Stroll
Open daily year-round. 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. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. Call for time. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
August 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/
August 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/
August 6
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.
August 12
Early Schools in Las Cruces
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
August 21
9th Annual Butterfly Flutterby
Visit stops along the Desert Discovery Trail to learn about these delicate winged insects. Games, arts & crafts, butterfly trivia, and face painting. Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, 56501 N. Jornada Road. 9 am – 12 noon. $1. 575-524-3334. www.asombro.org
August 26
Full Moon Program
Listen to music, learn about desert wildlife, or experience the monument in 3-D. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 8 pm. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
August 28
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. 5 pm. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
August 29
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.
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