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March 1
High Desert New Play
New Mexico State University Hershel Zohn Theatre, 3014 McFie Circle. Sunday 2 pm. Adults $15, seniors 65+ and NMSU faculty/staff (with I.D.) $13, students 3-17 $10. For more information call 575-646-4515 or 646-4517 or 1-800-525-2782. www.theatre.nmsu.edu/astc An exciting new work – What will the evening hold? Even we don’t know yet! Join us for the regional premiere of an exciting new American play and support the work of emerging artists.
March 1
Phaedra
Las Cruces Community Theatre, 313 N. Downtown Mall. Sunday 2 pm. Adults $8, students/seniors $7, groups of 10+ $6/seat, children 6 and under $5. For more information call 575-523-1200. www.lcctnm.org This tragedy tells the story of the love triangle between Theseus, his wife Phaedra, and his illegitimate son (by the Amazon Hippolyta) Hippolytus.....Love, lust, and intrigue in ancient Greece!
March 1 - 12
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum hosts "Lecture Series: "The Story of a Peon in New Mexico"
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm, Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm. Adults $5, Children $2. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/ / In a Chautauqua performance, Gabriel Sahd will portray Jose Librado Gurulé, a 16-year-old peon from Placitas, who became a wool drover for a wealthy patron of Bernalillo in an 1867 expedition from Santa Fe to Kansas City. His back-breaking labor, the hunger, danger and servitude, bring to light the horrors of peonage. The presentation is co-sponsored by the New Mexico Humanities Council and admission is a suggested donation of $2.
March 1 - 28
The City of Artists Promotional Association Exhibit Western Heritage
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm, Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm. 575-522-4100. wwwnmfarmandranchmuseum.org/ The museum has set aside a beautiful area that creates a highly dynamic presentation for the pieces provided by the City of Artists' members.
March 1 - 29
2009 Winter Exhibition
Preston Contemporary Art Center, 1755 Avenida de Mercado, Mesilla. 575-523-8713. www.prestoncontemporaryart.com Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm, Friday and Saturday 1 pm – 6 pm. 575-523-8713. Nine nationally renowned artists display.
March 1 - 30
Wild about Plants – Wild Flora on Display
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. #1608, In the Mesilla Valley Mall next to JCPenney. Monday through Thursday 10 am – 5 pm, Friday 10 am – 8 pm, Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/public-services/museums/ We'll be doing some science experiments, growing plants and trying to extract DNA plant material and look at it under a microscope.
March 1 - 31
Crescendo by KX2: Ruth Avra & Dana Kleinman
Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 North Main Street, on the North end of Main Street Downtown (Downtown Mall), next to the Branigan Cultural Center. Monday – Friday: 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm. www.las-cruces.org/museums Artists and sisters Avra and Kleinman (“KX2”) collaborate to create mixed media works with metal & painted canvas.
March 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. 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.
March 1 - 31
Kipp Ruin: A Prehistoric Mogollon Pueblo
New Mexico State University Museum Kent Hall, Corner of University Avenue and Solano Drive. Tuesday - Saturday Noon- 4 pm. 575-646-5161. Free and open to the public. Exhibit curated by Amanda Stroud, M.A. Anthropology candidate at New Mexico State University. Designed for the visually impaired.
March 1 - 31
Kurt Van Wagner’s Digital Art Exhibit
Las Cruces Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, 211 N. Water Street. Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Mr. Van Wagner can be contacted at: 575-532-9090. www.artbykurtvanwagner.com or info@artbykurtvanwagner.com Kurt Van Wagner has emerged as an accomplished self taught digital artist. His artwork has gained international and local attention and has won numerous awards. In 2007 he was awarded Best of Show in Photography at the Southern New Mexico State Fair. To learn more about the artist please visit his website.
March 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.
March 1 - 31
Now & Then by Stephen Hansen Exhibit
Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 North Main Street, on the North end of Main Street Downtown (Downtown Mall), next to the Branigan Cultural Center. Monday – Friday: 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm. www.las-cruces.org/museums Featuring works spanning 40 years of the artist’s career, including cartoons, prints, and wood and metal sculptures.
March 1 – 31
Shalam Colony: Dream in the Desert
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 12 noon – 5 pm. Adults $5, children 5 - 17 $2, 4 and under free. For more information call 522-4100. www.frhm.org/ The exhibit focuses on an unusual part of the Mesilla Valley’s history.
March 1 - 31
Temple of the Warriors: Rebuilding a Maya Monument
New Mexico State University Museum Kent Hall, Corner of University Avenue and Solano Drive. Tuesday – Saturday Noon – 4 pm. 575-646-5161. Free and open to the public. A traveling exhibit from the Museum of Natural History, University of Colorado. In 1924, a major restoration project began in the ancient Maya city of Chichén Itzá. This exhibit chronicals the adventure of a team assembled by the Carnegie Institution in Washington, DC that ventured into the jungles of the Yucatan to reconstruct the spectacular monument known as The Temple of the Warriors. Among the team's illustrious members were noted archeologists Ann and Earl Morris. Working side by side over 4 long field seasons, the couple helped make archeological history with their innovative work in reclaiming the great stone structure.
March 1 - 31
UFO: Unidentified Flowering Objects by Charles Dunbar & Edna Casman
Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 North Main Street, on the North end of Main Street Downtown (Downtown Mall), next to the Branigan Cultural Center. Monday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm. www.las-cruces.org/museums Artists Chuck Dunbar and Edna Casman collaboratively produce experimental works on paper. Reception will be held Friday, February 6, 2009, 5 – 7 pm.
March 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.
March 2
NMSU Aggie Men’s Basketball vs. Boise State (WAC)
New Mexico State University Pan American Center, University Avenue and Triviz. 7 pm. For ticket prices call 575-646-1420 or 575-532-2060 or 915-544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com
March 5 - 8
High Desert New Play
New Mexico State University Hershel Zohn Theatre, 3014 McFie Circle. Thursday 7 pm, Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm. Adults $15, seniors 65+ and NMSU faculty/staff (with I.D.) $13, students 3-17 $10. For more information call 646-4515, 646-4517 or 1-800-525-2782. www.theatre.nmsu.edu/astc An exciting new work – What will the evening hold? Even we don’t know yet! Join us for the regional premiere of an exciting new American play and support the work of emerging artists.
March 6
World Famous Lipizzaner Stallion”
New Mexico State University Pan American Center, off University Avenue. 7:30 pm. $21.50, $24.50, $29.50. 575-646-1420. www.panam.nmsu.edu/Lipizzaner09.html or www.ticketmaster.com The “World Famous” Lipizzaner Stallions proudly presents their 39th anniversary presentation of the “Dancing White Stallions”! Over the years, more than twenty-five million people throughout North and South America, Europe, Australia and Hawaii have seen this internationally acclaimed spectacle. The Lipizzaner Stallion has galloped boldly out of the pages of over 400 years of history, and is now preserved as an equestrian work of art, an equine ballet not to be rivaled. Harkening back to a time when the horse was a symbol of grace and majesty, the Lipizzaner Stallions are truly a great experience to be enjoyed by the entire family!
March 6 - 8
Phaedra
Las Cruces Community Theatre, 313 N. Downtown Mall. Friday and Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm. Adults $8, students/seniors $7, groups of 10+ $6/seat, children 6 and under $5. For more information call 523-1200. www.lcctnm.org This tragedy tells the story of the love triangle between Theseus, his wife Phaedra, and his illegitimate son (by the Amazon Hippolyta) Hippolytus.....Love, lust, and intrigue in ancient Greece!
March 6 - 21
Boba Cafe host “Forget Your Troubles”
Boba Café, 1900 S. Espina Street. Fridays & Saturdays Dinner Show at 7 pm & Cocktail Show at 8:30 pm. 575-647-5900. www.bobacafelc.com/ This uplifting revue of memorable songs written during the Great Depression includes a cast of five. Director and cast member Megan McQueen explains, “[Boba owner] Chris [Waggoner] and I were discussing how tough times are right now, and how fun it would be to lift people’s spirits with a special show. We thought of these classic Gershwin, Berlin, Rodgers and Arlen tunes . . . all these songs that told us that things would get better soon, and we knew the time was right.”
March 6 - 29
No Strings Theatre Company presents, “Quilters”
Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. Performances at 5 pm and 8 pm. Regular $10, students/seniors 65+ $9. For more information call 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org By Molly Newman and Barbara Damashek, Music and Lyrics by Barbara Damashek. Based on The Quilters: Women and Domestic Art by Patricia Cooper and Norma Bradley Allen. “Quilters is joyous and moving musical celebration of American Womanhood...pieced together with love and stitched with pride...a thing of beauty, comfort and joy.”NY Post.
March 6 - 31
City of Artists (CAPA): “We Are the World” Exhibit
Cottonwood Gallery located in the Southwest Environmental Center at 275 N. Downtown Mall. Call for time. 575-202-5971. Like an iceberg, the "We Are the World" art show to open at the Cottonwood Gallery on March 6 is only the tip of the arts community and program being supported at two area elementary schools. The winning art work by Jornada and Valley View Elementary School students Casey Garcia and Marcela Moran will be joined by that of their fellow students in the Cottonwood gallery at the Southwest Environmental Center (SWEC) on the downtown mall. The City of Artists Promotional Association (CAPA) show opening will coincide with the Friday Arts Ramble, March 6 from 5 - 7 PM and will run for the remainder of the month.
March 6 - 31
Pilgrim's Progress, One Man's Journey Back Home
Ten Pin Alley, 1201 E. Amador. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am – 2 pm, Saturday 9 am – 12 noon. 575-523-6403 or contact the artist at 602-384-7756. Every photograph tells a story. Some are personal, others resound with universal themes. All are documentations of our pilgrimage through life. Throughout the month of March, New Mexico native David Salcido will celebrate his return to the land of his birth with an exhibition of 16 photographs documenting his journey back, entitled Pilgrim’s Progress. Exploring roads both familiar and exotic, the exhibition is a retrospective study of form, function and a fascination for relics of the past, both manmade and organic.
March 7
NMSU Aggie Women’s Basketball vs. Louisiana Tech (WAC)
New Mexico State University Pan American Center, University Avenue and Triviz. 7 pm. For ticket prices call 646-1420, 532-2060 or (915) 544-8444. www.nmstatesports.com
March 7- 8
2009 Home & Garden Show
Dickerson’s Event Center, 3920 W. Picacho Avenue. Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. $4 adults, $3 senior citizens, children 12 and under free. 575-526-6126. www.lchba.com or lc_hba@lchba.com
March 7 - 28
The Work of Jeanne Rundell
Unsettled Gallery and Studio, 905 N. Mesquite Street (one block south of Spruce & Mesquite Street). Wednesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm and also by appointment. 575-635-2285. Dinosaur bones of the industrial revolution.
March 10
Every Other Tuesday - Celia a Singer, Song Writer, Actress and Storyteller
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.
March 12
Jam Theory and Space Truckers
El Patio Bar, Calle de Parian, on the Plaza in Mesilla. 10 pm. $3. 575-526-9943. Improv, rock.
March 12
Unveiling of the 2010 Camaro in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Call Hispano Chamber of Commerce de Las Cruces at: 575-532-9255. Rachel Rachel hispanochamberlc@qwestoffice.net
March 13
AutoDrift, Promise of Tomorrow, and Worm-Hole
Code Red, 1160 El Paseo Drive. 8 pm. $6. 575-526-7774. Rock.
March 13
By All Means Necessary and Bofus
Hurricane Alley, 1490 Missouri Avenue, Suite A. 10 pm. $5. 575-532-9358. Rock.
March 13
Daniel Park
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 7 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 13
CW Ayon
Vintage Wines, 2461 Calle de Principal, Mesilla, behind El Patio on the Mesilla Plaza. 7 pm. 523-9463. Folk.
March 13
Jim Helder Duo (Jazz)
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:30 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 13
New Mexico State University Aggie Women'sEquestrian Event
New Mexico State University Campus Equestrian Center, On Stewart Street between El Paseo Road and Knox Street. Time yet to be determined. 575-646-4166. www.nmstatesports.com/
March 13
The Liars and CW Ayon
El Patio Bar, Calle de Parian, on the Plaza in Mesilla. 10 pm. $3. 575-526-9943. Improv, rock.
March 13
The RAggie and Toll Booth Willie
Rain Forest Bar, 1765 S. Main Street. 10 pm. $3. 575-524-8591. Rock, country.
March 13 - 15
High Noon Soccer League/Striker Futbol Club
High Noon Soccer Complex, 2004 Bruins Lane and Burn Lake, 1855 W. Amador Lane. Call for time. Call for registration/participation fees and admission fees. 575-642-4866 or 575-527-9785. http://lcsharks.org/HNSL/Tournaments/Striker/Striker_Tourney_Main.htm or nmstrikers@yahoo.com The NM Striker Futbol Club invites you to participate in our 2nd Annual Spring soccer tournament in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The STRIKER Futbol Club is regionally recognized for its competitive soccer teams. Located near the U.S./Mexico border, we offer a chance to play with great competition from the local, state, and regional soccer arenas.
March 13 - 15
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts FETCH!
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, southeast end of Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 South Telshor Drive. Friday 5:30, Saturday and Sunday 1:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/public-services/museums/ Based on the PBS television program FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman™, FETCH! is a fun opportunity to try science activities and games with our staff.
March 13 - 15
New Mexico State University Aggie Men'sBaseball Team vs. Northern Colorado
New Mexico State University Presley Askew Field, Stewart and Locust Streets. Friday 6:05 pm, Saturday (DH) at 3:05 pm and 7:05 pm, Sunday 1:05 pm. 575-646-1420. www.nmstatesports.com
March 13 - 15
United States Bowling Congress of New Mexico
Ten Pin Alley, 1201 E. Amador Avenue. Call for admission and times. 575-471-8722. nmusbc.com Women’s tournament, week two of three.
March 13 - 31
“A Most Terrible Wonder: Firearms from 1600-1900"
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Monday – Saturday 9 am – 5 pm, Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm. Adults $5, Children $2. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/ / 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 opening reception.
March 14
Anameike Quinn
High Desert Brewing Company, 1201 W. Hadley Avenue. 8 pm. 575-525-6752. Folk, swing.
March 14
EKIZ
Graham Central Station, 505 S. Main Street, Suite 85. 10 pm. 575-524-9131. Latin, funk.
March 14
Joel Bekken
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 7 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 14
John Batdorf
Las Alturas House, 4055 Tamarisk Road, North University to right on Geothermal, left on Tamarisk. John’s uniquely passionate vocals and guitar playing landed him his first major record deal back in the 70s with Atlantic Records, and he’s continued to develop and grow as an artist to this day. John’s latest CD, “Still Burnin’” teams him up again with Mark Rodney. The duo recorded a live show at XM Studios in Washington, DC revisiting many of their great songs from the 70s. Also John and Mark have recorded two brand new songs in LA that are also included in the package. This marks the first new Batdorf and Rodney recordings since 1975.
March 14
Las Cruces Farmers & Craft Market “St, Paddy’s Day Party”
Downtown Mall on Las Cruces Avenue. 8 am - 12:30 pm. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2288. ohennessey@las-cruces.org Growers and vendors selling locally grown produce and homemade crafts.
March 14
Mid-air and Pushplay
Code Red, 1160 El Paseo Drive. 10 pm. 575-526-7774. Electronica.
March 14
Opus Bai and 16 Second Stare
Hurricane Alley, 1490 Missouri Avenue, Suite A. 10 pm. $5. 575-532-9358. Rock.
March 14
Reydavid and The Spyders
El Patio Bar, Calle de Parian, on the Plaza in Mesilla. 9:30 pm. $3. 575-526-9943. Improv, rock.
March 14
Soul or System
Code Red, 1160 El Paseo Drive. 8 pm. 575-526-7774. Classical, visual.
March 14
Steve Watson
Si Bistro, 523 E Idaho Ave. 60 pm. Free. 575-523-1572. Guitar.
March 14
Triple Jack
Blue Moon, 13060 North Valley Drive. 2:30 pm. 575-647-9524. Southern rock.
March 14
Tuco John Trio
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:30 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 14
Visit Our Ancestors” Cemetery Tour
San Jose and St. Joseph Cemeteries, 100 S. Espina. 10 am. Free and open to the public. 575-541-2154. Meet with staff from Branigan Cultural Center to tour cemeteries in the Mesilla Valley. Participants will find familiar names of those whose legacy embodies the origins of Las Cruces and Mesilla Valley. Allow for a 2 hour walking tour, little or not seating, over often uneven terrain. Participants are strongly encouraged to wear sturdy walking shoes, hats sunscreen, and carry bottled water. Program starts at 10 am at the designated cemetery. musems.las-cruces.org
March 14 - 15
New Mexico Farm & Ranch hosts “Cowboy Days”
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. Saturday
Cowboy breakfast 8 am - 10 am each day - tickets $9 advance, $10 at the gate and includes admission to Cowboy Days (limited number available). Cowboy Days: 10 am - 5 pm each. Tickets are $2 per person. For more information call 522-4100. www.frhm.org/ 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.
March 15
Chase Long Beach
Code Red, 1160 El Paseo Drive. 8 pm. $10. 575-526-7774. Ska, punk.
March 15
Happy Birthday Charles Darwin at the Church of Evolution
Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall. 3 pm. General admission $7 at door. 575-523-6403. www.las-cruces-arts.org/ or infodaac@daarts.org After a sold-out opening run we’re moving to a larger venue with room for everyone at the beautiful Rio Grande Theatre. Join Bob and friends in celebrating The Year of Darwin by lifting your voices in song at The MEGA-Church of Evolution. 4.54 billion years in the making, this “service” will answer the questions of life! Created by artist, composer and playwright Bob Diven (EXTINCTION: A Love Story, John Singer Sargent: Painting Madame X) this show sold out its first run at the Black Box Theater and so it’s back again in the big and beautiful Rio Grande Theater! “Happy Birthday Charles Darwin” takes a light-hearted look at a subject that concerns us all: “How did we get here?”
March 15
New Mexico State Aggie Football Team host 1st Annual Pancake Breakfast
Beverly Hills Hall, 150 Hermosa Drive. 8:30 am - 11 am. $5. Contact at: Juan Lozano at jclosano@nmsu.edu “A pancake breakfast is way for us Aggie to meet the many Aggie faithful in Las Cruces,” head football coach DeWayne Walker said. “We are looking forward to meeting many of our fans.” Bring everyone you know to come meet us. We want to meet you. We want Las Cruces to know who the Aggie football team is. The team and coaches will be serving food.
March 15
O'Keefe Bros.
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 6 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com Traditional Irish music by a couple of locals.
March 15
Chase Long Beach
Code Red, 1160 El Paseo Drive. 8 pm. $10. 575-526-7774. Ska, punk.
March 16 - 17
New Mexico State University Aggie Men'sBaseball Team vs. Sul Ross State
New Mexico State University Presley Askew Field, Stewart and Locust Streets. Monday 6:05 pm, Tuesday 3:05 pm. 575-646-1420. www.nmstatesports.com
March 17
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts "Descubra El Desierto"
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. 7 pm. Lecture entitled “Native Plants of New Mexico” by Patrick Alexander, Graduate Student, Biology Department, New Mexico State University.
March 17
O'Keefe Bros.
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 5 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com Traditional Irish music by a couple of locals.
March 17
SoulShine
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 7:30 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 18
New Mexico State University Aggie Women'sSoftball vs. Arizona
New Mexico State University Softball Complex, Stewart and Payne Streets. Double header starts at 4:00 pm. www.nmstatesports.com
March 19
ASNMSU Cultural Series 2008 – 2009 presents, “Beoga/Grada”
New Mexico State University Music Center Recital Hall, 1075 N. Horseshoe Circle. Season tickets $72, general admission $12.50, NMSU faculty/staff, senior citizens, students and children $10. For more information call 646-1420. www.beogamusic.com or www.gradamusic.com. Irish for “lively”, Beoga has a unique sound featuring dueling accordions, bodhran and piano that makes up this Celtic band’s repertoire. They will be here combining musical forces with Grada, another innovative traditional Irish Celtic group.
March 19
Steve Watson
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 20
Helen Sachs Duo (Jazz)
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:30 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 20
SoulShine
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 7 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 20 - 22
New Mexico State University Aggie Men'sBaseball Team vs. San Francisco
New Mexico State University Presley Askew Field, Stewart and Locust Streets. Friday 6:05 pm, Saturday (DH) at 3:05 pm and 7:05 pm, Sunday 12:05 pm. 575-646-1420. www.nmstatesports.com
March 20 - 22
United States Bowling Congress of New Mexico
Ten Pin Alley, 1201 E. Amador. Call for admission and times. 575-471-8722. nmusbc.com Women’s tournament, final week.
March 20 - 22
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts FETCH!
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, southeast end of Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 South Telshor Drive. Friday 5:30, Saturday and Sunday 1:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/public-services/museums/ Based on the PBS television program FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman™, FETCH! is a fun opportunity to try science activities and games with our staff.
March 20 - 22
United States Bowling Congress of New Mexico
Ten Pin Alley, 1201 E. Amador Avenue. Call for admission and times. 575-471-8722. nmusbc.com Women’s tournament, final week.
March 21
Henry V by William Shakespeare
New Mexico State University Hershel Zohn Theatre, 3014 McFie Circle. 8 pm. Adults $15, seniors 65+ and NMSU faculty/staff (with I.D.) $13, students 3-17 $10. For more information call 646-4515, 646-4517 or 1-800-525-2782. www.theatre.nmsu.edu/astc A touring production! One night only! The most prestigious regional theatre in America brings this classic to life!
March 21
Las Cruces New Horizons Band Spring Concert
New Mexico State University Edith & F. E. Atkinson Recital Hall, 1075 N, Horseshoe Circle. 3 pm. 575-523-1652. spiritj05@netzero.net Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to hear a free concert by our local New Horizons Band.
March 21
Spring Cultural Connections Fair
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. Free open to the public. 575-541-2154. http://museums.las-cruces.org The Branigan Cultural Center and the Museum System of the City of Las Cruces proudly present our Cultural Connections Fair in the courtyard of Branigan Cultural Center. Area arts and culture non-profit organizations are invited to set up information tables for the public. The event is an opportunity to share information about your programming, activities in the community, membership, upcoming events, and volunteering opportunities, as well as raise awareness about your group. The event coincides with the Saturday Market on the Downtown Mall.
March 21 - 22
Annual Antique and Collectible Show
American Legion Post 10, 1185 E. Madrid, behind the Apodaca Park. Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. $2 admission. Kevin Dasing at 575-640-7173 or Clint Dozier at 575-650-4117. nmsvma@aol.com
March 21 - 22
12st Biennial Postage Stamp Show
Belton Bridge Center, 1214 E. Madrid Avenue. Free admission. 575-202-1937. RHHiss@comcast.net Large stamp dealer bourse competitive one-frame exhibition, prizes awarded for winning exhibits , door prizes awarded frequently, souvenir cacheted covers.
March 21 - 28
The Work of Pat Jeffers Art Basket Exhibition
Unsettled Gallery and Studio, 905 N. Mesquite Street (one block south of Spruce & Mesquite Street). Wednesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm and also by appointment. 575-635-2285. A Colorado Basket Aritst.
March 24
Every Other Tuesday - Special Guest
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.
March 24
New Mexico State University Aggie Women'sSoftball vs. New Mexico
New Mexico State University Softball Complex, Stewart and Payne Streets. 6 pm. www.nmstatesports.com/
March 25
No Strings Theatre Company hosts, Singer-Songwriter Molly Venter
Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall. Performances at 7 pm. Admission $10. For more information call 575-523-1223. www.no-strings.org or nstccbt@zianet.com She is young Austin-based musician whose stunning voice and powerful lyrics are at once boldly unique and warmly familiar. While playing homage to folk pioneers like Joni Mitchell, Molly's music strikes a chord with fans of artists as diverse as Shawn Colvin and Feist, Indigo Girls, and Nora Jones, Tracy Chapman and Regina Spektor, Soul-folk siren ala Ray Lamontagne, Colbie Callait, Ingrid Michaelson. She has toured coast to coast several times, and released her fourth album "Love Me Like You Mean It" in May of '08. She has played venues such as Ghengis Cohen in LA, Cactus Cafe in Austin, Uncommon Ground in Chicago, The Living Room in NYC and Club Passim in Boston, and has shared the stage with Amos Lee, Patty Griffin, Josh Ritter and Erin Mceowen. Her music is in in Warner Brother's "Impact" Ski film, as well as a song used in a Jeep promotional CD.
March 26
Brother Bob on the Dulcimer
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 6 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 26
Dan Lambert Duo
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:00 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 26
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts "Science Cafe"
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, southeast end of Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 South Telshor Drive. 5:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/public-services/museums/ Sigma Xi and the Las Cruces Museum of Natural History bring you a monthly, round table discussion held at the museum. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
March 27
Ben Steele, “As a Japanese Prisoner of War in the Philippines”
White Sands Missile Range Museum, Headquarters Avenue, Building 200, east on Highway 70 to White Sands Missile Range. 3 pm - 5 pm. Free and open to public. For more information please call: 575-527-1965. Talk is about Mr. Steele and the photo’s that will be placed at the new city hall. Mr. Steele will have his book and poster for sale at the Las Cruces Chapter of American Ex-POW’s table.
March 27
La Cella Bella Trio
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:30 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 27
Shawn Hunton
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 7 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 27 - 28
New Mexico State University Aggie Women'sSoftball vs. Fresno State
New Mexico State University Softball Complex, Stewart and Payne Streets. Friday doubleheader at 5 pm, Saturday 2 pm. www.nmstatesports.com/
March 28
3rd Annual Butterfield Range War, "Cowboy Action Shooters vs. Law Enforcement"
Butterfield Trail Shooting Range, I-25, 13 miles west of Las Cruces at Corralitos exit 127. Registration 8 am, shooting starts at 9 am. 575-202-1503. www.PicachoPosse.com Competition shooting on 6 stages, 3 designed by Cowboys and 3 designed by the Law Enforcement. $15 to participate, include lunch and a t-shirt. Registration form available at online.
March 28
Annual Las Cruces RodRunners “Wheels of Dreams Car Show”
Field of Dreams, west side, 2401 Tashiro Road. 10 am - 3 pm. Admission is free, registration fee $35, swap meet $10 per space. 575-526-6036. vetorrez@comcast.net Live bands, children’s bike rodeo, fire department exhibition, McGruff the Crime Dog, and an exhibition of cars manufactured before 1984.
March 28
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History hosts Animal Encounters
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, southeast end of Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 South Telshor Drive. 4:00 pm. Free and open to public. 575-522-3120. www.las-cruces.org/public-services/museums/ Nature Center Staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions you may have about the animals and will also have Nature Center residents to touch.
March 28
Pint Scoundrels
Brigid’s Cross Irish Pub, 1338 Picacho Hills Drive. 7 pm. 575-647-1455. www.lascrucespub.com
March 28
Steve Watson
St. Clair Winery and Bistro, 1800 Avenida De Mesilla. 6:30 pm. www.stclairvineyards.com/ 575-524-2408. Enjoy a glass of refreshing Chardonnay while you listen to live jazz music.
March 28
White Sands National Monument hosts, "Lake Lucero Tour"
White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 9 am. 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.
March 28 - 29
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum hosts "Rag Rug Festival & Design Collective"
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road. 10 am - 4 pm. Free admission and open to public. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/ / Stunning rag rugs and other home furnishings, fashions and accessories, fun and fine art, and gifts of every description. To benefit Women’s Cottage Industries, a program of New Mexico Women’s Foundation.
March 29
20th Annual Bataan Death March
White Sands Missile Range, From Las Cruces, N.M.: Take the Highway 70 East exit from Interstate 10 or 25 and proceed through the city about 25 miles to the missile range exit. From Alamogordo, N.M.: Take Highway 70 west. Proceed about 47 miles to the missile range exit. From El Paso, Texas: Take the Alamogordo Highway 54 exit off Interstate 10. As you leave the off-ramp, you will be on the Patriot Freeway. Continue through the northeast part of the city until the freeway becomes Martin Luther King. White Sands Missile Range is straight ahead about 40 miles. 6 am. Call for participation at: 575-678-1134. www.bataanmarch.com or bataan@conus.army.mil or bataanrules@conus.army.mil The Bataan Memorial Death March is a challenging march through the high desert terrain of White Sands Missile Range, N.M., 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.
March 29
Bill Yung Featured Speaker at Morning Star
Morning Star, 2941 Morning Star Drive. 6:30 pm. Free and open to public. 575-521-3770. Bill Yung, former head football coach at UTEP and West Texas State University, will be the guest speaker at a Fifth Sunday Services at Morning Star. Mr. Yung has been an active member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes since its founding and is a well-known inspirational speaker.
March 29
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: May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 25, 2009.
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