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2010
March 1
The Glenn Miller Band
The world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra has been touring consistently since 1956. Over the years, the band has recorded a number of chart successes, including “Moonlight Serenade,” “In the Mood,” “Tuxedo Junction” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo.” Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $40. 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
March 1 - 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
March 1 - 7
The Eurydice Project
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
March 1 - 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
March 1 - 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. Call for performance times. $9-$10. 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org
March 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/
March 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. Free admission. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/
March 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/
March 4
Janis Ian
Singer/songwriter, columnist and science fiction fan-turned-author, Janis Ian has had a long and distinguished career, beginning in 1967 when her first release, “Society’s Child,” went to number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $10-$15. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org
March 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.
March 5 - 7
Donizetti’s “Elixir of Love” Opera
Popular comedy opera full production featuring opera students from the music department at NMSU. New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, on Espina Street and Horseshoe Circle. Reserved seating. Friday and Saturday 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3 pm. $12-$15. 575-646-1420, 575-646-2067. http://music.nmsu.edu/ensembles/choirs
March 5 - 27
Southern Chapter New Mexico Watercolor Society Membership Show
Southern Chapter of the distinguished New Mexico Watercolor Society, annual membership show. 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
March 6
Aggie Women’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. 7:05 pm. $5-$20. 575-646-1420. www.ticketmaster.com
March 6
Boulder Acoustic Society
As their name implies, this young quartet specializes in all things acoustic: fiddles, ukuleles, accordions, upright basses. What you might not glean from their name, however, is that these guys tackle the traditions with the gusto of a group of rabble-rousing punks. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $10. 575-523-6403. www.boulderAcousticSociety.net
March 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 Graham Cracker Pueblo. 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/
March 6 - 7
Home & Garden Show
Regional public marketplace catering to the home improvement and new home construction markets. Bring your project materials and questions to the show and receive advice from industry professionals. How-to and cooking demonstrations. Dickerson’s Event Center, 3920 W. Picacho Avenue. Saturday 9 am - 4 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. $3-$4. 575-526-6126. www.lascruceshomeandgarden.com
March 7
2010 Look Who’s Dancing!
To promote social dancing in the community as a healthful and enjoyable activity for all ages and all skills levels, local celebrities will be performing at the event. New Mexico State University Pan American Center, 1810 E. University Avenue. 2 pm. Call for admission. 575-524-0500, 575-640-2001.
March 7 - April 2
Penny Thomas Simpson Exhibit
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
March 11
History Notes “Early Businesses in Las Cruces”
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
March 11
Sharman Apt Russell
New Mexico State University Outdoor Recreation continues its mountain climbing series with a special appearance by author/lecturer Sharman Apt Russell, a widely anthologized and award winning author. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7 pm. $5-$8. 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
March 12
Bill and Kate Isles
Minnesota-based original folk duo. Las Alturas House, 4055 Tamarisk Road, North University to right on Geothermal, left on Tamarisk. 7 pm. $15. 575-522-5197. www.halfamind.com
March 13
Community Walking Tours: Mesquite Street and Original Townsite Historic District: Part II
Join staff and volunteers from Branigan Cultural Center for a walking tour of historic neighborhoods of Las Cruces. Tour starts at Phillips Chapel, 638 N. Tornillo Street. 10 am - 12 noon. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
March 13
Rudolf Budginas
This musical prodigy who debuted with the Lithuanian National Symphony at age nine and rose to fame performing solo concerts. His true passion, however, is giving classical music a broader audience appeal, taking audiences from “Claire de Lune” to “Rhapsody In Blue” with contagious energy, humorous asides and endless surprises. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 3 pm. $20. 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
March 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 Yaqui Animal Masks. 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/
March 13 - 14
Cowboy Days
Award-winning cowboy musicians, Charreada (Mexican-style rodeo), Gunfight re-enactments, Horseback and stagecoach rides Western Arts & Crafts Sale, Western movies, Children’s activities cowboy and ranching demonstrations, greenhouse plant sale. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. For schedule and admission fee call 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/
March 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 Flores de Papel. 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/
March 20 - 21
Annual Antique and Collectible Show
Show and sale of antiques and collectibles. American Legion Post 10, 1185 E. Madrid. Saturday 10 - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. $2. 575-650-4117.
March 21
21st Annual Bataan Death March
The Bataan Memorial Death March is a challenging march through the high desert terrain of White Sands Missile Range, NM conducted in honor of the heroic service members who defended the Philippine Islands during World War II, sacrificing their freedom, health and, in many cases, their very lives. White Sands Missile Range on Highway 70 E. 6 am. 575-678-1134. www.bataanmarch.com
March 23
The Vienna Boys Choir
In existence since 1498, when Emperor Maximilian of Hapsberg decreed its establishment, the choir as it exists today is a private, not-for-profit organization which performs approximately 300 concerts each year, in front of over 500,000 people. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 6 pm & 8 pm. $40. 575-523-6403. www.riograndetheatre.com
March 25
Asylum Street Spankers
This all new show brings both sides of the band to the stage: the first half featuring stomping gospel music; the second half explores their wilder side. Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 7:30 pm. $10. 575-523-6403. www.AsylumStreetSpankers.com
March 26
Aggie Women's Equestrian vs. Delaware 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
March 27
2010 Wheels of Dreams Car Show
See more than 250 show-class vehicles at what is typically the first car show of the year in the Mesilla Valley. Family fun, themed raffle baskets, 50/50 drawings, engine/transmission raffle, automotive swap meet, food vendors, music and a great time. Field of Dreams parking lot, 2501 W. Tashiro Road. 8 am – 3 pm. Free admission. $35 for those showing vehicles. 575-635-2940. www.lcrodrunners.com
March 27
Aggie Women'sEquestrian vs. Sacred Heart
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
March 27
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/
March 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.
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