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August 1
Ranger Trio
St. Clair’s Winery Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:30 pm. 575-524-2408, Restaurant and Tasting Room open 7 days a week. Light jazz Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
August 1 - 2
19th Annual Spikefest presents, the 2009 Spikefest Tour – Largest 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 Volleyball Tour in the world!
Maag Park Complex, 1700 E. Hadley Avenue. Call for time and schedule of games. 888-3-VOLLEY. Check out www.spikefest.com for more details.
August 1 - 2
Retablo-Metamorphosis-Vision: The Art of Virginia Maria Romero Exhibit
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Museum hours are Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. $5 adults, senior citizens (60 & over) $3, $2 children ages 5 - 17 and children 4 and under are admitted free. 575-644-0214 or 575-522-4100. www.artederomero.com or agzromero@zianet.com Romero’s work, which mostly consists of paintings, is inspired by traditional retablo painting and has recently included more contemporary influences such as totem animals, including wolves and abstract natural forms. The show displays the evolution of her work. Romero paints images and altars that take a more contemporary approach, while still maintaining the old tradition. Through her artwork, she has been able to create a visual bridge between the historical spirituality of the people of New Mexico, to the current issues that the people face today.
August 1 - 4
Glenn Cutter Gallery hosts, Carlitta Harvey and Ginny Schoelzel – “Two New Visions – Two New Artists” Exhibit
Glenn Cutter Gallery, 2640 El Paseo Road. 1 pm – 4 pm. Regular store hours Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm, Saturday 10 am – 3 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-0658. scutter@zianet.com Opening reception is Saturday, June 27 from 10 pm – 4 pm.
August 1 - 22
Las Cruces Museum of Art hosts, Delano & Gayle Lewis “African Art Collection”
Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 N. Main Street (located in the Downtown Mall). Museum hours Monday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday 9 am – 1 pm. Free and open to public. museums.las-cruces.org or jmiller@las-cruces.org One of the seven collections represented belongs to Gayle and Delano Lewis of Mesilla, NM. These works of art reflect the vast experiences of the collectors. Objects in the exhibition include African beadwork, embroidery, wood carvings, and ceramics. Often created by teams of artisans, these artworks are bold in color and full of life.
August 1 - 22
Las Cruces Museum of Art hosts, Devotional Art Exhibit
Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 N. Main Street. Monday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday 9 am – 1 pm. Free and open to public. 575-541-2137 or 575-541-2221. museums.las-cruces.org or www.las-cruces.org The "Las Cruces Collects" exhibition, now showing at the Las Cruces Museum of Art, offers a rare look into the private art collections of area residents, with a wide variety of objects to see. The collection of Richard and Toby White, for example, focuses on Ethiopian Coptic art, but also includes devotional art from Lithuania and the Southwest. Come learn the colorful tales behind these religious artifacts, on display. Highlights from the collection include two retablos from northern Mexico and an array of crosses from Ethiopia and Lithuania, with dating from the 14th to 20th century. A historical map of Africa from the Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (the first true atlas, printed in England in 1606) is also on display. Abraham Ortelius is regarded as one of the finest cartographers from antiquity and certainly the most prominent of the 16th century. His concern for accuracy and attention to detail make his beautiful maps both intriguing and aesthetically pleasing.
August 1 - 22
Las Cruces Museum of Art hosts, Sallie Ritter and Kent Jacobs’ Art Collection on Display
Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 N. Main Street. Monday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday 9 am – 1 pm. Free and open to public. 575-541-2137 or 575-541-2221. museums.las-cruces.org or www.las-cruces.org Dr. Kent Jacobs first met Sallie Ritter after he purchased one of her paintings at an art exhibition. Sallie later used the money from the sale of the painting to purchase his wedding band. The two have been partners in collecting ever since and are always inspired by their travels. Ms. Ritter states that they always, “come home with at least one purchase.” Kent Jacobs and Sallie Ritter have bequeathed their home for use as a state art museum for Southern New Mexico. The Museum of New Mexico Board of Regents has established that the facility will be called the New Mexico Museum of Art, Jacobs - Ritter Compound. One highlight from the collection is the lithograph “Reposa” by Mexican artist David Alfaro Siqueiros, well-known for his socialist realist murals. “Charles V Spearing a Bull at Vallodalid,” an original etching by the legendary Spanish artist Francisco de Goya, is also on display.
August 1 - 30
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts, The Nature Center – Permanent Exhibit
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, inside the Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm, Monday – Thursday and Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Friday 10 am - 8 pm. Free and open to public. For more information call 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/museums Want to learn more about the wildlife of Southern New Mexico? That’s exactly what you will see on display in the Nature Center at the LCMNH. The Nature Center has a broad collection of amphibians, retiles, fish and arachnids native to the Chihuahuan Desert, the most ecologically diverse desert region in the entire world.
August 1 - 30
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museumhosts, Colorful Images by Artist Betty LaDuke Exhibit
New Mexico Farm & 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.frhm.org/ / or craig.massey@state.nm.us Dreaming Cows: The Artwork of Betty LaDuke features 21 large giclee prints inspired by LaDuke's work with an organization called Heifer International. She toured Uganda and Rwanda in 2003 where she drew sketches of the native people in various agricultural settings. She converted the sketches to colorful paintings in her Oregon studio over the past several years. The paintings also include scenes and people from Poland, Albania, Vietnam, Cambodia, Kosovo, Ecuador, and Peru. Please come by and see her work. Exhibit will continue through September 21.
August 1 - 31
“A Most Terrible Wonder: Firearms from 1600-1900” Exhibit
New Mexico Farm & 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.frhm.org/ / or craig.massey@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.
August 1 - 31
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 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
August 1 - 31
Enjoy our new-look Heritage Gallery
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. http://www.frhm.org/ / or craig.massey@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.
August 1 - 31
Karen Shaw Exhibit
Las Cruces Convention & Visitors Bureau, 211 N. Water Street. Open Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm. 575-532-5154 or 575-541-2444. Karen Shaw paints landscapes, still life and portraits in oils.
August 1 - 31
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.
August 1 - 31
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts, “Let’s Get Active” Exhibit
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, inside the Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm, Monday – Thursday and Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Friday 10 am 8 pm. Free and open to public. For more information call 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/museums Let’s Get Active is the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry’s newest small exhibit and will feature hands-on interactive concerning fitness that appeal to children and their families. The exhibit will feature bilingual (English/Spanish) text panels. The exhibit will continue through September 13, 2009.
August 1 - 31
Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery hosts, Hal Fore & Ray Baird Exhibit
Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery, 2470-A Calle de Guadalupe in Mesilla. Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. 575-522-2933. http:ftp.zianet.com/mvartgallery/home.shtml or JPostelle1@aol.com Ray Baird offers "impressionistic expressionism" in his choice of rural structures and international landmarks. Ray paints with translucent, complimentary oils to give his special touch to architectural and nature-related subject matters that have endured over time. Hal Fore is primarily an oil painter whose design strategy transforms his subject matter into realistic caricature subjects. His road to art began with cartoons. He has an extensive art background and was a Special Education teacher in Las Cruces. In addition, there are 30 other artists who offer art in many medias to include original paintings, encaustics, infused glass art jewelry, handmade cards, stained glass, photography, affordable prints and miniature paintings.
August 1 - 31
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 Kathy_Denton@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.
August 1 - September 6
No Strings Theatre Company hosts, "Theatre Magic - The Designers' Art" Exhibit
Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. Showtime for performances are Thursday 7 pm, Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2:30 pm and the public may view the exhibit before performances or by appointment. The wine and cheese reception will be Friday, September 4, from 5 - 7 pm in conjunction with the Downtown Ramble. 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org "Theatre Magic - The Designers' Art," a photographic exhibit featuring the work of Peter Herman. During his nearly ten years as set and light designer a the Black Box Theatre, Peter has taken numerous rehearsal photographs. The show highlights the contribution of design and technical theatre to the total theatre experience. theatregallery is open an hour before performance time and by appointment by calling 575-523-1223.
August 1 - September 27
Summer 2009 Exhibition featuring Myriam Lozada-Jarvis, Arturo Loya, Diane McGregor, John Ochs, Allison Renshaw
Preston Contemporary Art Center, 1755 Avenida de Mesilla. July 10 opening reception 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Art Gallery Hours Wednesday – Friday 1 pm – 5 pm, Saturday 11 am – 5 pm, Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-636-3751. www.prestoncontemporaryart.com Artists dialogues Myriam Lozada-Jarvis Sunday, August 23 at 1 pm, and Diane McGregor Sunday, September 20 at 1 pm.
August 2
City of Las Cruces hosts, “2009 Music in the Park” La Cella Bella - Pop Chamber Music & Tuco John - Jazz, old rock and soul, originals
Apodaca Park 801 E. Madrid Avenue. 7 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2200. rcaldwell@las-cruces.org Come and enjoy free entertainment with your friends and family and don’t forget a lawn chair and your ice tea.
August 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. or www.oldmesilla.org Growers and vendors selling locally grown produce and homemade crafts.
August 4
Harvest Cooking Class
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Fee for this event is $35 and is from 2 pm – 4 pm. Museum regular hours and admission fee: 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.frhm.org/ or craig.massey@state.nm.us This month’s cooking class features recipes that include tomatoes, watermelon, tomatillos and/or bell peppers. Carol Koenig is the chef and pre-registration is required.
August 4
History Detectives Class
New Mexico State University Zuhl Library, McFie Circle and Breland.Drive. 4 pm – 9 pm. Pregistration at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Museum at 4100 Dripping Springs Road is required but the class is free. Museum regular hours for registration are: Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/ or craig.massey@state.nm.us Join us at the Zuhl Library electronic classroom at NMSU for a day of historical training. This class will prepare students to use college level resources in order to find answers to their historical questions. Additionally, it will prepare students for the 2010 National History Day contest for those who are interested. Students should bring a lunch or money to purchase lunch at the Crossroads Cafe.
August 4
National Night Out “America’s Night Against Crime”
Downtown Mall, Las Cruces Avenue. 6 pm - 9 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2288. ohennessey@las-cruces.org An evening to promote activities involving crime and drug prevention, strengthening police-community relations, and encouraging neighborhood camaraderie as part of the fight for safer streets. Free food, drinks, give-a-ways, games, face painting; Children’s minor bicycle repair and inspection of lots more!
August 5
Outdoor Charcoal Drawing
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Fee for this event is $20 and is from 10 am – 1 pm. Museum regular hours and admission fee: 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.frhm.org/ or craig.massey@state.nm.us This fun workshop is for children going into grades sixth through eighth. They will have the opportunity to sketch images of the Museum’s various plants and animals. Students need to bring a lunch, a hat, tennis shoes and sun screen. Pre-registration is required.
August 5
White Sands National Monument hosts, “Full Moon Nights”
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 8:30 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 Kathy_Denton@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.
August 7
Downtown Ramble
Downtown Mall. 5 pm - 7 pm. 575-523-2950. Do the Main Street Downtown Ramble through galleries, shops, businesses and restaurants. Enjoy art openings, exhibits, music, entertainment.
August 7 - 22
Boba Cafe host “Musical of Musicals: The Musical”
Boba Café, 1900 S. Espina Street. Fridays and Saturdays. 7 pm. $25. 575-647-5900. www.bobacafelc.com/ Directed by the lovely and multitalented Megan McQueen and featuring Megan, Brandon Brown, Lennie Rainwater, and Robby Randall. This will be a big event for us. Due to the length of this production no cocktail show will be available for these performances. Dinner theatre seating only.
August 7 - 29
Batteries Not Required
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 North Main Street, on the north end of Main Street Downtown. Monday - Friday: 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday: 9 am - 1 pm. Free. 575-541-2219. mkshannon@las-cruces.org “Batteries Not Required” is a display of historic cameras, featuring over seventy manual cameras from the collection of Don Brenner. Among the cameras to be displayed are an 1884 Blair with mahogany frame and cherry wood base, a 1909 Graflex with extensible front lens rack, and a 1927 Ansco Memo featuring a vertical frame box body using a tubular view finder on top. Also included are early “spy” cameras, various Kodak models including the Brownie, Exaktas, and many more. When Kodak recently announced the discontinuation of Kodachrome film, Brenner lamented the end of an era reflected in his camera collection. The opening reception is from 5 pm to 7 pm as part of the monthly 1st Friday Downtown Ramble. Brenner will be on hand during the opening reception to answer questions about the cameras.
August 7 - 29
Light Fantastic
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 North Main Street, on the north end of Main Street Downtown. Monday - Friday: 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday: 9 am - 1 pm. Free. 575-541-2219. www.saqa.com or patriciagould@msn.com or mkshannon@las-cruces.org “Light Fantastic” is a display of an historic craft in its newest form: art quilts. An exhibit from New Mexico Art Quilters, art quilts echo the practical and decorative skills of quilt making from yesteryear, and take new life as an art form equal to watercolor, acrylic, and oil paintings. This juried show features thirty-one quilts by fourteen artists from across New Mexico. The opening reception is from 5 pm to 7 pm as part of the monthly 1st Friday Downtown Ramble.
August 7 - 31
Monday Studio Group to display art work in Galleries
Rio Grande Theatre , 211 Downtown Mall. Call for time. Free and open to public. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org On Exhibit in the El Paso Electric and Carolene de Mesilla Galleries Monday Studio Group. The works of a dozen plus ladies, ranging in age from the late fifties to the early nineties will be on display throughout the month of August 2009, beginning with a reception for the artists to coincide with the First Friday Downtown Arts Ramble, on August 7, at 5pm. Working in watercolor, colored pencils, oils and pastels, the artists of the Monday Studio Group explore many styles of expression and have found that they need all of their energy and enthusiasm as they tackle the difficulties involved in portrait and figure painting. The exhibit will run through August 31, 2009.
August 8
A WHAT’S ART Convention
100 West Cafe (Gerald Thomas Hall) located on Knox Avenue off University (enter SW corner of building), attendants will direct people where to park. $50 per person, with capacity for 50 people. Make your reservation: we are seeking sponsors to provide artist and student scholarships for the What's Art Convention. Contact David Boje dboje@nmsu.edu 575-532-1693 or Irene Oliver-Lewis iolewis@zianet.com 575-541-0145. Full schedule of workshops and free park events is at http://talkingstick.info
August 8
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park Native Plant Walk
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, off of Calle del Norte (going towards Old Mesilla). 8:30 am - 10:30 am. 575-523-4398. kabalos@state.nm.us Free with paid park entrance fee. Hosted by Ray Bowers with the Native Plant Society of New Mexico.
August 8 - September 9
Glenn Cutter Gallery hosts, Rosemary Mcloughlin – “Brooklyn Tropical Baroque”
Glenn Cutter Gallery, 2640 EL Paseo Road. 1 pm – 4 pm. Regular store hours Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm, Saturday 10 am – 3 pm. 575-541-0658. scutter@zianet.com A whimsical and colorful show based on memories of growing up in Brooklyn.
August 9
City of Las Cruces hosts, “2009 Music in the Park” Bob & Meldoy Burns - Americana & John & Jonni - Folk Duo
Apodaca Park 801 E. Madrid Avenue. 7 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2200. rcaldwell@las-cruces.org Come and enjoy free entertainment with your friends and family and don’t forget a lawn chair and your ice tea.
August 9 - 31
The Tombaugh Gallery hosts, Cindy Clark and Jan Harrison Exhibit
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 and reception to be held August 9th from 12 noon - 2 pm. Show runs through September 4, 2009.
August 8 - September 9
Glenn Cutter Gallery hosts, Rosemary McLoughlin - "Brooklyn Tropical Baroque" Art Exhibit
Glenn Cutter Gallery, 2640 El Paseo Road. Regular store hours Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm, Saturday 10 am – 3 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-0658. scutter@zianet.com Opening reception is Saturday, August 8 from 1 pm - 4 pm.
August 10 - September 30
As We See It Exhibit
Abraham's Bank Tower Restaurant, Lohman and Main. Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Public is welcome to come see the exhibit. tenoclockclub@yahoo.com or plawrence1210@yahoo.com An art exhibit by the 10 O’Clockers. The group meets at 10 am on the 10th of each month (not weekends) to discuss and critique each other's work in support of daily painting, drawing, sketching.
August 11
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest - Sassy Singers: Music & Comedy - The Medicine Show
Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org or infodaac@daarts.org Come enjoy the entertainment at the Rio Grande Theatre. Please call for upcoming special guest listings.
August 11 - 12
U. S. Army Soldier Show – Best Entertainers In The Army Entertain In
Onate High School, 5700 Mesa Grande Drive, east on Highway 70. Tuesday 6 pm, Wednesday 1 pm &- 7 pm. Admission is free on a first come, first-served basis. Free and open to public. 575-678-1727 or 575-678-1256. A lot of dance, rap, English R&B, visuals, patriotic tunes, movement, love of country and even a roller skater will grace the sage.
August 13
Lecture Lecture/Film Series: “Betty LaDuke: Art Reflecting Life”
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Event will be at 7 pm and an admission of is a suggested donation of $2. Museum regular hours and admission fee: 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.frhm.org/ or craig.massey@state.nm.us The current traveling exhibit “Dreaming Cows” will be featured, with a documentary film profile of exhibition artist Betty LaDuke. The documentary, “Betty LaDuke: Art Reflecting Life,” will give a deeper profile of the artist and the inspiration behind her colorful works.
August 14 - 15
1st Annual 2009 Show & Sale – Antiques, Collectibles, Crafts
University United Methodist Church, 2000 S. Locust Street. Friday 10 am - 5 pm, Saturday 9 am - 5 pm. Admission is $1. 575-532-5877 or 575-522-8220. slacy@whc.net Please come by for a two day event featuring antiques, food booths, homemade crafts, jewelry, collectibles. Plus a silent auction featuring items from local artists and the Las Cruces community.
August 14 - August 30
No Strings Theatre Company presents, “More Fun Than Bowling”
Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. Thursday 7 pm, Friday & Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2:30 pm. Admission $10 regular and $9 students & seniors (over 65) . Preferred Patron Packages can be purchased at this show for the 2009-2010 season (6 tickets for the price of 5 single tickets). Tickets can be reserved by calling (575) 523-1223 or online at www.no-strings.org By Steven Dietz, directed by Ceil Herman. Can bowling serve as a metaphor for life, love and everything else? Steven Dietz’s zany comedy answers the question with a resounding Yes. Plot surprises and mysterious characters make this play more fun than bowling, and you don’t even need to rent the shoes!
August 15
7th Annual Butterfly Fluttery hosted by, Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, (located 6.5 miles north of Highway 70 on Jornada Road). 9 am - 12 noon. A small admission fees will apply. 575-524-3334. www.asombro.org or cdnp@zianet.com Join scientists, educators, and volunteers from the Asombro Institute for Science Education. Hands-on activity stations will allow visitors to learn about local butterflies, how to attract butterflies to your garden, and many fascinating facts about these beautiful creatures. There will be arts and crafts, face painting, games, and much more. Visitors of all ages can learn and enjoy at the Butterfly Flutterby, which will be held at the Asombro Institute's Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park.
August 15
New Mexico State University Aggie Soccer Team vs. New Mexico Highlands (Exh.)
New Mexico State University Aggie Memorial Football Stadium, on Payne Street and Wells Street. 3 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com or www.ticketmaster.com
August 16
City of Las Cruces hosts, “2009 Music in the Park” The Next Chapter - Americana, Roots Music & The Deming Fusiliers - Bluegrass
Apodaca Park 801 E. Madrid Avenue. 7 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2200. rcaldwell@las-cruces.org Come and enjoy free entertainment with your friends and family and don’t forget a lawn chair and your ice tea.
August 16
“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: August 23, September 13, September 27, October 4, October 10, November 1, 2009.
August 18
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest - Peachcake & The Crush
Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org or infodaac@daarts.org Two fun-loving bands for the price of one, from the cultural wasteland of Phoenix, Arizona take the stage on Tuesday, August 18, 2009. Peachcake is Stefan Pruett and Johnny O’Keefe, a couple of pretty good looking shape-shifting vigilantes who use their mutant-based powers to protect the World from audio-terrorism. The Crush is Eric Straub and Danny Love, an R&B/Indie/Pop act who create hot live shows with catchy hooks and intelligent melodies to strike a chord in all listeners. Both want to make your booty shake with techno-pop beats and upbeat lyrics.
August 18
New Mexico State University Aggie Soccer Team vs. University of Southwest
New Mexico State University Aggie Memorial Football Stadium, on Payne Street and Wells Street. 3 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com or www.ticketmaster.com
August 21
Rio Grande Theatre hosts, Namoli Brennet
Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $10. 575-523-6403. www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or www.las-cruces-arts.org Singer/songwriter Namoli Brennet describes herself as an over-achieving multi-instrumentalist with a composition degree. Her technique draws on a wide range of influences, including Shawn Colvin, Jonathan Brooke, Patty Griffin and Joni Mitchell. She is equally at home on the guitar, the piano or the mandolin and even plays a mean harmonica. Brennet’s innate understanding of the language of music allows for a skillful ability to communicate insights that are both poetic and powerful.
August 21 - September 6
Las Cruces Community Theatre presents, “Look Homeward, Angel”
Las Cruces Community Theatre, 313 N. Downtown Mall. Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm. Adults $8, students/seniors/military $7, groups of 10+ $6/seat, children 6 and under $5. For more information call 575-523-1200. www.lcctnm.org Written by Ketti Frings, from the novel by Thomas Wolfe, directed for LCCT by Nikka Ziemer. An authentic American classic, this powerful and vital play captures the sardonic humor and the grief, both private and universal, of Wolfe's novel about a youth coming of age. Concentrating on the last third of Wolfe's story, the play vividly portrays Eugene Gant, his mother who is obsessed by her material holdings and who maintains barriers against the love of her family, the father a stonecutter imprisoned by his failures, and the brother who never breaks away. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the New York Critics' award as best play of the season. "One of the finest plays in American dramatic literature." N.Y. Post . "Quite simply, one of the best evenings I've ever had in the theatre.... A milestone in our time." N.Y. Journal American.
August 21 - September 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. www.nps.gov/whsa/ or Kathy_Denton@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.
August 22
No Strings Theatre Company hosts, Amazing Magical Musical Adventure – Where the Wild Things Are
Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. 2 pm. $5. 575-523-1223. www.lascrucesfriendsofchambermusic.org or www.no-strings.org Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music and the Black Box Theatre present the beloved children’s classic, “Where the Wild Things Are.” A program for young children and families will come alive with a storyteller and live musician. Remaining tickets are available at the door 30 minutes prior to the performance.
August 22
Rio Grande Theatre hosts, Chris Mitchell “Magic Impossible”
Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 3 pm & 7 pm. Call for admission fee. 575-523-6403. www.RioGrandeTheatre.com or www.las-cruces-arts.org Magician Chris Mitchell has entertained and delighted audiences from around the world, captivating audiences from the very young to the young-at-heart. He has served as Magic Consultant for the USA Network’s “The Big Easy” and has toured North America as an assistant on the World Premiere Tour of Circus Royale. Join Chris on a journey through the magical world of controlled lunacy in two bit shows.
August 22
Sky Safari
Sky Safari is going to be held at New Mexico State University Observatory, Williams Street and next to the track fields. 8:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/museums or mwalczak@las-cruces.org View the night sky at a closer range. We furnish high-powered telescopes and expert guidance by NMSU Astronomy Department. Funded by the Southern New Mexico Natural History Foundation.
August 23
City of Las Cruces hosts, “2009 Music in the Park” The Limeliters - Folk, Rock, Oldies & Sweet Wednesday - Modern Folk
Apodaca Park 801 E. Madrid Avenue. 7 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2200. rcaldwell@las-cruces.org Come and enjoy free entertainment with your friends and family and don’t forget a lawn chair and your ice tea.
August 23
“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 13, September 27, October 4, October 10, November 1, 2009.
August 23
New Mexico State University Aggie Soccer Team vs. Idaho State
New Mexico State University Aggie Memorial Football Stadium, on Payne Street and Wells Street. 12:30 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com or www.ticketmaster.com
August 25
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest - Sue & Paul Smith: Musical Duo
Rio Grande Theatre, 311 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org or infodaac@daarts.org Come enjoy the entertainment at the Rio Grande Theatre. Please call for upcoming special guest listings.
August 28
New Mexico State University hosts, Observatory Open House
New Mexico State University Campus Observatory. Williams Street next to the track field by Preciado Park. 9 pm. Free and open to public. 575-646-4438. www.nmsu.edu Astronomy personnel on hand will be Jason Jackiewicz and graduate assistants Mike Sussman, Jessica Evans and Jim Norwood. Weather permitting, sky viewing through telescopes will include: The planet Jupiter, Alberio (Beta Cignus, a double star system), M57 Ring Nebula, M8 Lagoon Nebula, and M13 Globular Cluster.
August 28
Southwest Environmental Center presents, “Lords of Nature”
Southwest Environmental Center, 275 N. Downtown Mall. 7 pm- 9 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm. Admission is free. 575-522-5552. www.wildmesquite.org Join the Mexico Wildlife Federation, NMSU’s Department of Wildlife and Conservation Ecology and the Southwest Consolidated Sportsmen in celebrating both the life and career of Aldo Leopold, the visionary New Mexico conservationist, and the role of predators such as the Mexican Wolf (Lobo) in nature, with a screening of the film “Lords of Nature.” The film will be followed by a panel discussion, moderated by Kevin Bixby, Executive Director of SWEC.
August 28 - 29
2009 American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Please check back for information soon or call: 575-541-6177. birthandwellness@zianet.com
August 29
Animal Encounters
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, located next to JCPenney’s in the Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. 4 pm. Regular hours to visit the museum are as follows: Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm, Monday – Thursday and Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Friday 10 am – 8 pm. Free and open to public. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/museums or mwalczak@las-cruces.org A hands-on experience for children of all ages to meet the animals of the Chihuahuan Desert. Last Saturday of every month at 4 pm, except when posted.
August 29
MainStreet SalsaFest
Downtown Mall and Las Cruces Avenue in front of the Rio Grande Theatre. 10 am - 4 pm. Admission is free to watch. $3 to vote for the Best Salsa in Town. 575-525-1955. www.downtownlascrucespartnership.org or downtown@dlcp.org Salsa makers will compete for cash and awards in the first celebration of this culinary tradition at the Main Street SalsaFest, The MainStreet SalsaFest Coordinator, Dave Edwards, is inviting local salsa makers and restaurants to test their salsa prowess. Competitors will be creating their salsa from scratch, on site. Categories include: "From My Kitchen (de Mi Cocina)" for home salsa makers - eligible for three cash prizes of $100, $250 and $500; A People's Choice Award for commercial entries who will compete for a traveling trophy and braggin' rights for a year; and the Mayor's Award which spans all entries. Non-profit groups are also eligible to enter salsa making teams. Tasters who want to cast their ballots will purchase a wristband for $3 to participate in the voting for their favorites. SalsaFest applications are available at the Downtown Las Cruces Partnership office, 575-525-1955, 138 S. Water St. or at Ocotillo Roasters behind COAS My Bookstore. Entry deadline is Friday, July 31.
August 29
White Sands National Monument hosts, "Lake Lucero Tour"
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 5 pm. 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 Kathy_Denton@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.
August 30
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. Next dates: September 27, October 25, 2009.
August 30
City of Las Cruces hosts, “2009 Music in the Park” Phat Soul - Soul, Funk, Disco & Souled Out - R & B, Motown
Apodaca Park 801 E. Madrid Avenue. 7 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2200. rcaldwell@las-cruces.org Come and enjoy free entertainment with your friends and family and don’t forget a lawn chair and your ice tea.
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