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2010
January 22 – February 26
Luis Roldan’s Permutados y Testimonios Exhibit
Roland, who represents his native Colombia at this year’s Venice Biennale, uses minimal means to create lively screens and tapestries of torn cloth strips that produce effects ranging from graffiti and hieroglyphic texts, to metal shavings responding to the pull of a magnet. Free admission. Tuesday – Friday 11 am – 4 pm, Saturday 12 – 4 pm. New Mexico State University Art Gallery, D. W. Williams Hall on University Avenue, east of Solano Drive. 575-646-2545. www.nmsu.edu/artgal
February 1
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park Friends Event
Jay Sharp will deliver a program entitled “Indians of the Bosque”. Friends and those who are interested in supporting the Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park are invited to attend. The park fee will be waived for those attending. Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, off of Calle del Norte (going towards Old Mesilla). 6:30 am. 575-523-4398. http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/PRD/mesillavalley.htm
February 1 - 5
Alma d’arte Student Show
Exhibit of art by the students of Alma d’arte charter high school of the arts. Work will be included by all grades. Opening reception Sunday, January 3 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
February 1 - 26
Under the Big Top
Art exhibit celebrating the circus with works of many media by the Las Cruces Art Association. Terrace Gallery at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Avenue. Monday – Thursday 8 am – 9 pm, Friday 8 am – 6 pm, Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, and Sunday 1 – 5 pm. Free admission. 575-528-4000. www.lascrucesart.org
February 1 - 28
Annual for the Love of Art Month
Tour many participating art galleries. More information coming soon - please check back. Various Locations throughout the City of Las Cruces and Mesilla. For admission prices and more information call 575-523-6403, 575-523-2950.
February 1 - 28
George Mendoza Exhibit
In 2009 Mendoza’s art went international when Westminster Fibers Inc., in Charlotte, NC, licensed it to create a colorful 100-percent cotton fabric collection that made its debut at the International Quilt Market. The exhibit will be part of the Downtown Mall Ramble from 5 – 7 pm on February 5th. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm. Free admission. 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
February 1 - 28
Judy Bess Art Exhibit
Acrylic artist who specializes in capturing the vivaciousness and beauty of the desert Southwest. Las Cruces Convention & Visitors Bureau, 211 N. Water Street. Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Free admission. 575-521-2051, 575-541-2444. www.JBessStudio.com
February 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/
February 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/
February 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/
February 2
3rd Annual Mesilla Elementary PTO Golf Scramble
A really fun golf tournament and free breakfast and lunch and door prizes. New Mexico State University Golf Course, 3000 Herb Wimberly Drive. Shotgun start at 8:30 am. $75-$300. 575-649-2854. www.facebook.com/Third
February 5
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.
February 2
The Reality Magic Show
Professional illusionist Garry Carson and his wife Kelsey Kara bring their crowd-pleasing Las Vegas show to the Rio Grande Theatre for one big night, featuring magic, grand illusions, comedy, audience participation and live animals. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $12.50-$35. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 5
Mardi Gras
Entertainers, music, dancing, food, a cash bar, and a king and queen of Mardi Gras contest. Dress is “a little bit naughty and a little bit nice.” New Mexico State University Golf Course, 3000 Herb Wimberly Drive.7 – 11 pm. $30 - $55. 575-646-4515. http://theatre.nmsu.edu/astc
February 5
Money B/Digital Underground and The James Douglas Brown Show
Money B of “The Humpty Dance” fame performs his trademark hip hop and The James Douglas Show from Albuquerque perform their award-winning funk. Hurricane Alley, 1490 Missouri Avenue, Suite A. 10 pm. $15. 575-532-9358.
February 5
Under the Big Top Opening
Art exhibit celebrating the circus with works of many media by the Las Cruces Art Association presents its opening as part of the First Friday Downtown Ramble. Terrace Gallery at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Avenue. 4 – 5:30 pm. Free admission. 575-528-4000. www.lascrucesart.org
February 5 – 27
Barberia Exhibit
The classic barbershop was more than a place to get a haircut. It was a place where stories are shared; a vital part of the living history of the community. The exhibit includes photographs of surviving shops, including a shop in Mesilla Park. 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
February 5 – 27
For the Love of Art Month Exhibit
More than 50 artists are participating in this year’s show including paintings, watercolors, prints, photography, sculpture, jewelry, digital media, and more. A reception on February 5th from 5 – 7 pm. 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
February 6
Aggie Men’s Basketball Team vs. San Jose State
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 6
Aggie Women’s Basketball Team vs. Boise State
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 5 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 6
Organic Garden Soil Preparation
The secret to a great vegetable or flower garden is the quality of the soil. Learn about the additions that can be made to soil for more color and produce from your garden. Reservations required. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla. 2 pm. $7.50. 575-524-1886. http://nmenchantedgardens.com
February 6
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 Native Rain Sticks. 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/
February 6
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
February 6
World Wetlands Day
Children’s activities include dragonfly crafts, making casts of animal tracks, and creating an origami jumping frog. Budding scientists can look at pond water, plants and small creatures through microscopes. Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, off of Calle del Norte (going towards Old Mesilla). 8 am – 5 pm. 575-523-4398. http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/PRD/mesillavalley.htm
February 6 - 7
Mountain Mysteries 10th Annual Judged Quilt Show
Quilt guild show display, merchant mall, and much more. Deadline to enter your quilts is January 23, 2010. New Mexico State University Campus, Corbett Center 3rd Floor on Jordan Street. Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. $5. 575-522-4902. www.lcqg.org
February 6
Yolanda Martinez
Award-winning international performing artist Yolanda Martinez will introduce her new CD Amor Deveras, featuring such classics as Besame Mucho, Los Laureles, Llorona and more, with special guest Denny Guerrero. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $15. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 7 - March 5
Touching Lightening in the Land of OZ – A Response to Place
Exhibit of photography, jewelry and multimedia art by “The Red Paint Women”. Opening reception Sunday, February 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
February 8
Aggie Men’s Basketball Team vs. Louisiana Tech
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 9
Blues Messiah
Come enjoy the entertainment at the Rio Grande Theatre “Every Other Tuesday”. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free admission. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 9
Traditional Garden Herbs of New Mexico
Deborah Brandt, RN, owns “From the Ground Up”, a local business specializing in natural remedies. She will discuss herbs traditional to southern New Mexico. Light refreshments will be served. Las Cruces Railroad Museum, 351 N. Mesilla Street. 12 noon. Free admission. 575-647-4480. www.las-cruces.org/museums
February 11
History Notes “Doņa Ana Bend Colony”
Join others interested in local history to discuss various topics. Presented by staff, docents and guest speakers. Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. 1 - 2 pm. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
February 11
New Horizons Symphony Orchestra
Musical program including Night on Bald Mountain, Bugler’s Holiday, Star Wars and Russian Sailor Dance. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, 1075 N, Horseshoe Circle. 7:30 pm. Free admission. 575-522-5571. http://nhsocruces.com
February 12
A Night of Hope with Joel and Victoria Osteen
An evening of praise and worship with an inspirational message of hope and God’s love from Joel and Victoria along with the music of Dove Award winning Cindy Cruse Ratcliff, Steve Crawford and the Lakewood Band and Ensemble. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7:30 pm. $15. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 12
Josh Grider
Las Cruces native and Texas country singer. Hurricane Alley, 1490 Missouri Avenue, Suite A. 10 pm. $8. 575-532-9358.
February 13
La Catrina Quartet
The unique blend of Latin-American and standard repertoire has proved enormously entertaining for its diverse audiences, catering to the more traditional concert-goers while still attracting the next generation of listeners. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $10. 575-523-7714, 575-523-6403. www.LaCatrinaQuartet.com
February 13
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 Valentine's Day Papel Picado. 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/
February 13
Vegas Style Entertainment with Master Michael Finney
Hilarious comedy and dance the night away with the king of sounds from “Magic Mike.” New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Doors open at 6:30 pm, dinner at 7 pm, comedy show at 8 pm and dance from 9 – 11:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm, dinner at 7 pm, comedy show at 8 pm and dance from 9 – 11:30 pm. $50. 575-527-0035.
February 14
10th Annual Love Letters
Valentine’s Day production of A.R. Gurney’s story of friendship and love between two very different people. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. 5 pm & 8 pm. $9-$10. 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org
February 14
For the Love of Art in Old Mesilla
Area artists will display and sell their artwork. No pets, smoking or alcohol allowed on the plaza. Old Mesilla Plaza, south on Highway 28 on the plaza. 575-524-3262, ext. 116. www.oldmesilla.org
February 14
Las Cruces Symphony Chamber Orchestra
A special Chamber Orchestra Concert featuring guest artist Bracha Malkin on violin performing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto No. 1 and Mozart’s Symphony No. 40. Sponsored by Tom and Donna Tate and a Circle of Symphony Friends. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 3 pm. $15. 575-646-3709, 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 15
Aggie Men’s Basketball Team vs. Hawai’i
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 17
Aggie Women’s Basketball Team vs. Louisiana Tech
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7:05 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 18
MountainFilm World Tour
New Mexico State University Outdoor Recreation continues its extreme mountain climbing series with the international short film tour dedicated to educating and inspiring audiences about issues that matter, cultures worth exploring, environments worth preserving and conversations worth sustaining. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7 pm. $10. 575-646-4746. www.riograndetheatre.com
February 19
Teresa Walters
Internationally acclaimed, Teresa Walters is becoming known worldwide as “The International First Lady of Piano.” In recent years, Walters has performed as recitalist and orchestral soloist on six continents and in most of the 50 United States. The program will include music by Franz Liszt, J. S. Bach and others. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $25. 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
February 19 - March 7
The Eurydice Project
A new look at a classic tale. Orpheus must travel to the Underworld to save his bride, Eurydice. Can he save her soul and reunite with his love or is he doomed to lose her forever? 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). http://theatre.nmsu.edu
February 19 - March 7
The Murder Room
When this zany spoof of British mysteries opened in Sydney, Australia, reviewers spouted phrases like "Really a minor gem . . . witty and sophisticated," and, "Murder has never been this funny.” Las Cruces Community Theatre, 313 N. Downtown Mall. Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm. $8. 575-523-1200. www.lcctnm.org
February 20
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 Katsina Doll. 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/
February 20
Teresa Walters
In recent years, Teresa has performed on six continents and in most of the 50 United States, at venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Wigmore Hall in London, the Salle Cortot in Paris, Moscow’s Great Hall, Australia’s International Conservatorium and Jerusalam’s Concert Hall. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $25. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 20
Vegetable Gardening
Preparing and planting a vegetable garden will be the workshop topic. Reservations required. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla. 2 pm. $7.50. 575-524-1886. http://nmenchantedgardens.com
February 23
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest – Doug Randall
Come enjoy the entertainment at the Rio Grande Theatre. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 5:30 pm. Free admission. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 23
Aggie Women’s Basketball Team vs. Utah State
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7:05 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 23 – 25
Dracula
There’s something spooky going on in London. Dr. Van Helsing, a specialist in obscure maladies, has discovered that the beautiful Lucy has fallen victim to what he believes is a vampire. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 8 pm. $5-$10. 575-496-4805, 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 24
Aggie Men’s Basketball Team vs. Idaho
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 9 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 25
ZUM
Their sound is a stunning fusion inspired by the hot-blooded passion of Argentinean tango and the fire and brilliance of gypsy fiddle music, lightly spiced with a host of influences from klezmer to bebop. 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
February 26
Burnsland/Back Porch
KRWG radio personalities and popular local musicians Bob Burns and Benjy Rivas will take the Rio Grande Theatre stage for a special concert to benefit the NPR affiliate. Burns is the host of the weekly program Burnsland, has been a professional musician for over fifty years and is a “life member” of the American Federation of Musicians. Rivas is the host of the weekly program. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7 pm. $7.50-$20. 575-646-2222, 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
February 26 - March 14
Rabbit Hole
The Corbetts have everything a family could want until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. Rabbit Hole charts their bittersweet search for comfort in the darkest of places and for a path that will lead them back into the light of day. Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. Thursday 7 pm, Friday & Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2:30 pm. $7-$10. 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org
February 27
Aggie Men’s Basketball Team vs. Boise State
Come watch the basketball team in action. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 7 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
February 27
Aggie Women's Equestrian vs. Fresno State
New Mexico State University Equestrian Campus on the corner of Stewart Street and Union Avenue. All day event. Free admission. 575-646-1211. www.newmexicostatesports.com
February 27
Composting
Learn principles of composting to build healthy garden soil. Our Southwest soil lacks nutrients and organic matter. Composting can help solve this problem so vegetables and flowers and are more productive. Reservations required. Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla. 2 pm. $7.50. 575-524-1886. http://nmenchantedgardens.com
February 28
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.
February 27
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 Yaqui Dance Rattles. 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/
February 28
El Paso Brass
One of the longest continually-performing brass quintets in America, composed of key members of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra and other distinguished artists from across the Southwest. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 3 pm. $20. 575-5214051, 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
February 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. 2 pm. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa
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