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2010
October TBA
Annual Pow Wow
New Mexico State University Campus. Call for time and schedule. 575-621-4232, 915-422-1700.
October 1
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.
October 1 - 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/
October 1 – 31
Sunset Stroll
Open daily year-round. Begins one hour before sunset. A leisurely one-hour ranger-guided walk. Experience sunset over the white sands and see the plants and animals of the dune field. A photographer's delight. Starts at sign along the Dunes Drive. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. Call for time. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
October 2
Trinity Site Open House
The Trinity site is the location of the first atomic bomb explosion on earth. The site is open to the public twice a year the first Saturday of April and October. White Sands Missile Range. Stallion Gate off Highway 380. 575-678-1134. www.wsmr.army.mil
October 8
Jeni and Billy
Original new-old Appalachian ballads. Light refreshments provided, you are welcome to bring wine or refreshments to share. Reservation required. Las Alturas House, 4055 Tamarisk Road, North University to right on Geothermal, left on Tamarisk. 7 pm. $15. 575-522-5197. www.jeniandbilly.com
October 14
New Mexico Statehood
Join others interested in local history for History Notes to discuss the history our part of Southern New Mexico. Presentations lead by staff, docents and guest speakers. No registration required. Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street. 1 - 2 pm. Free admission. 575-541-2154. www.las-cruces.org/museums
October 21 - 23
Ghosts of the Past
This exciting three-night family event provides visitors the opportunity to take an indoor or outdoor evening tour where they will encounter characters from New Mexico’s past. They will interact with these historical characters, who are being portrayed by trained living history actors who have researched their particular character. Crafts and music also are part of the evening. Call for admission. 575-522-4100. www.frhm.org/
October 22
Full Moon Program
Listen to music, learn about desert wildlife, or experience the monument in 3-D. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 7 pm. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
October 23
Full Moon Nights Bike Rides
Special programs presented by park rangers or guest speakers. Experience the beauty of the full moon on the white sands. Reservations required and accepted one month in advance for bike ride. White Sands National Monument, 45 miles east of Las Cruces, Highway 70. 8 pm. $3. 575-679-2599 ext. 230, 575-479-6124 ext. 236. www.nps.gov/whsa/
October 29
Get Batty
This nighttime event will explore the world of bats, dispel some myths, and bring appreciation to all for Nature’s bug collectors. Family friendly. Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park, 56501 N. Jornada Road. 7 – 8 pm. $1. 575-524-3334. www.asombro.org
October 30
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/
October 31
Ciclovia Health Event
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 - 2 pm January through October 2010. Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada Avenue. 10 am - 2 pm. Free admission. 575-522-0289.
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