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Hello {{First Name|Las Cruces}},
What a fun week ahead with all these fun things to do in Las Cruces. This weekend there are two big events starting with the Museum Rocks Gem & Mineral Show.
And also the Las Cruces Home Expo starts on Friday where you can connect with local contractors and find some cool home improvements.
You can take your pup in costume to the Dog Pawty at Rio Grande Winery on Thursday and you can tickle your funny bone at the Comedy Show at T or C Brewery on Saturday.
But there is so much more 🙂
Start the year off by making new friends!
Whether you’re new to Las Cruces, have lived here your whole life, find it hard to meet new people, or are just tired of the same scene — this is how you’ll find your people.
Sign up for our 2nd Dinner Club! Take a quick quiz to get matched based on your vibe, then meet at a mystery restaurant (revealed that morning). After dinner, all groups are invited to a casual meet-up to keep the conversation going at another location.
Here’s what people said about our first Dinner Club:
Julia B. said, “This is a great idea! I’m so glad I signed up for the first dinner. My dinner-mates were friendly, engaging, and interesting. Looking forward to doing it again soon!”
PJ said, “Great meal—and I even made a new friend I’m already swapping texts with.”
Juliet W. said, “Super fun time meeting new people. A very enjoyable evening.”
Theresa F. mentioned, “What a great way to meet new friends! Awesome restaurant that I didn’t even know about, and great conversation. Looking forward to the next dinner!”
Ready to find your people? Next Dinner Club is Thursday February 26th. Get more info and claim your seat right here!
A Job That's (Almost) Out of This World
How is this for a cool job? Virgin Galactic is looking for an “Astronaut Events & Experience Manager”. How would that sound on your resume? 🙂
But if you are looking for a job that is a little more “down to earth” check out our new Job Board.
If you are a local Small Business Owner and want to post a job I have a coupon code for you like for a huge discount (think 100% off), just send me an email.
For The Love of Art Month
Yes… it’s still happening all month! 2026 For The Love Of Art Tour (pdf). And here is the tour map.
What will happen with Arts in Las Cruces now that the Dona Ana Arts Council dissolved? Check out this article by Chadi El-Khoury at the Las Cruces Bulletin
Tidbits
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✅ Looking for a job? We have a new Job Board.
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The 14th annual Museum ROCKS! Gem and Mineral Show is back at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum on February 21 and 22 in Las Cruces.
Explore dazzling crystals, gems, minerals, fossils, meteorites, and unique jewelry, with hands-on fun for rockhounds of all ages.
Meet expert exhibitors, discover one-of-a-kind gifts, and enjoy a family-friendly weekend celebrating the wonders of the natural world.
Plan your visit, see hours, and view ticket prices at MuseumRocks.com
Note: Always check to confirm event details with venue before attending events for changes or weather cancellations.
👉 Got an event coming up? Tell us about it
Tuesday, February 17th
Tuesday Mornings - NMSU Campus Run | Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park At NMSU | 6:30 am
Scholarship Riches | Doña Ana Community College | 12 pm | 15 scholarships of $1,000 each.
Knights vs Hawks | Organ Mountain High School | 4 pm
Jazz Jumpstart feat. Mi Cuba | NMSU Jazz Ensemble | Atkinson Recital Hall NMSU | 7 pm
Wednesday, February 18th
Weekly Duplicate Bridge Games | The Beltan Bridge Center | 12:15 - 3:30 pm
Author Talk - Cassie McClure - My So-Called Millennial Life | Thomas Branigan Memorial Library | 1:30 - 3 pm
Fire Horse Sip & Paint, 6" Sculpture | Rio Grande Winery | 6 - 8 pm
Ash Wednesday | Mission Lutheran Church | 7 pm
Trivia Nights - The Burrowing Owl | Little Toad Creek | 7 pm
Thursday, February 19th
Get to Know Your Museum featuring Paul Steward | NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum | 10 - 11 am
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) | Thomas Branigan Memorial Library | 1 - 4 pm
The Game Billiards Grand Re-Opening | The Game Billiards | 4 pm
Dog Costume Paw-ty | Rio Grande Winery | 5 - 7:30 pm | 🙂
Free Community Seminar: Get In Rhythm About AFib | Memorial Medical Center | 5:30 - 7 pm
Pioneer Bank 125th Anniversary - Business After Hours | Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce | 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Bunco Fundraiser for Rebel Angel All Breeds Rescue | Rio Grande Winery | 6 - 8 pm
Astronomy on Tap - Black Holes and Quasars: Our Cosmic Story Tellers | Icebox Cantina | 6:30 pm
Trivia Night Thursday | Pecan Grill & Brewery | 6:30 pm
Trivia Night with Cruces Trivia God | Icebox Picacho | 7 - 9 pm
Friday, February 20th
✅ Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | 12 - 6 pm | More Info
Moonlight: Adult Night at the Museums | Museum Of Nature And Science | 5 pm
Food Truck Friday | Morning Star Las Cruces | 5 - 8 pm
Soriba Fofana African Drum and Dance | First Christian Church | 6 - 9 pm
Saturday, February 21st
⭐ Museum Rocks Gem & Mineral Show | NM Farm & Ranch | 9 am - 5 pm
✅ Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | 10 am - 5 pm | More Info
NM Concealed Handgun License Class | Sportsman's Warehouse | 7 am
Valles Canyon Petroglyph Hike | Las Cruces Short Hikes | 9 am
Weaving for Justice - Sale Maya Textiles and Gifts | First Christian Church Atrium | 10 am - 3 pm
Seventh Annual Lunar New Year Celebration | Branigan Cultural Center | 10 am
Ryan Shields & Friends Comedy | Truth or Consequences Brewery | 7 pm
Sunday, February 22nd
⭐ Museum Rocks Gem & Mineral Show | NM Farm & Ranch | 10 am - 4 pm
✅ Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | 11 am - 4 pm | More Info
ASCMV Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic | Field of Dreams | 9 am - 1 pm
New Mexico State Baseball vs. Towson University Tigers Baseball | NMSU Presley Askew Baseball Complex | 11 am
👉 Check out the Performing Arts for this weekend below
Las Cruces Film Festival | NM Farm & Ranch | April 8th - 12th
¡Mira! Las Cruces | Plaza de Las Cruces | April 24th & 25th | Note: Farmers Market will move to Sunday 26th.
2026 Art in the Garden | Artists of Picacho Hills | May 9th
Lucille Fletcher's NIGHT WATCH | Las Cruces Community Theatre | Feb 06-Feb 22
A Trip to the Moon | A Children’s Theatre @ Rio Grande Theatre | Feb 20-28
The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged | NSTC - Black Box Theatre | Mar 13-Mar 29
Frankenstein | NSTC - Black Box Theatre | May 01-May 17
One Flea Spare | NSTC - Black Box Theatre | Jun 12-Jun 28
Senior Activities
City of Las Cruces Senior Recreation Program Calendar. Also check our online events calendar for more.
2026 Senior Olympics
Registration is open for the Doña County 2026 Senior Olympics now and the games begin on March 06th. Learn more and sign up now.
Check our Events Calendar for more fun things to do such as Local Sports, NMSU events, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Pickleball, Tennis Scramble, Family Bingo, Teen Splash Nights, Chess Club, and more.
👉 Check this page for the weekly recurring events that happen every week like the Farmers and Crafts Market, Growers Markets, Farm Stands, Bird Walks etc.
✅ Got an event that you wish to promote? Promote my Event
❤ We are genuinely grateful for the time you have devoted to reading our newsletter and truly value your continued engagement and support.
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