❤️ Local Events March 10, 2026

Hello {{First Name|Las Cruces}},

Rain today, humm, what is that falling from the sky 🙂 your gardens, plants and flowers will love it.

Join us at Meta’l Jewelry Studio this Friday, March 13 for the Bloom & Forge Spring Celebration starting at 4:30 pm. Experience live metalsmithing demos, a 15+ local artisan makers market, the Wannabe food truck, a STEM showcase, and a raffle featuring handcrafted pieces and class seats.

This free, family-friendly event is open to everyone—come say hi and enjoy a creative evening with us. If you know where The Hood is then you know where Meta’l Jewelry Studio is! Location: 3206 Harrelson St (The Hood) RSVP here

Jersey Mike’s will be opening a second Las Cruces location later in 2026 near Staples at 2240 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001.

Just a short hours drive to the Deming RockHound RoundUp this week from Thursday March 12th to Sunday March 15th.

Picacho Hills Jr. Golf Camps are kicking off Thursdays from 4:15–5:45 PM starting on March 12th. Spots are limited, so sign up today by calling the PHCC Pro Shop at 575-523-8641 or email Johnny at [email protected]

👉 Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 8. Spring forward: move clocks ahead 1 hour before bed Saturday.

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Check our Online Events Calendar for even more events.

Check out the latest Live Music issue.

Our next Dinner Club is scheduled for Thursday March 19th

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Welcome to your own private resort right at home. This inviting 3 bedroom 3 bath two-story residence offers 2,831 square feet of gracious living on a spacious corner lot. The backyard is truly spectacular — a sparkling swimming pool, relaxing hot tub, multiple patios, two charming gazebos, and a fire pit, all surrounded by graceful palm trees and upgraded temperature-controlled turf. It’s the perfect setting for morning coffee, weekend entertaining, or evening relaxation under the stars.

Inside, the home welcomes you with two comfortable living spaces and a chef-friendly kitchen featuring new stainless steel appliances and a generous island. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with a cozy fireplace and private balcony overlooking the yard. Two additional bedrooms plus a flexible fourth room add wonderful versatility for work, hobbies, or guests. Recent improvements include new washer and dryer, a new pool pump, fresh exterior paint, and added concrete.The seller is offering a generous $5,000 paint allowance.

Listing Price: $439,000 More Info: View Listing #2502462

Irma Chavez-May
Associate Broker/REALTOR®
EXIT Realty Horizons
3519 Foothills Rd. Las Cruces NM
Cell:  575-635-1113
Office:  575-532-5678

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Tuesday Mornings - NMSU Campus Run | Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park | 6:30 am

County Commission Regular Meeting | Doña Ana County Government Center | 9 am | Agenda | Available on Youtube

Lecture on Billy the Kid - The Rebel and the Cause (1930 - 1980) | Academy for Learning in Retirement | 10:30 am - 12 pm

FIT4MOM Meetup | Aquatic Center | Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center | 12 pm

Her Circle Meet Up Las Cruces | Doña Ana Community College | 12 - 1 pm

Bicycle Friendly Community Task Force Meeting | Cruces Creatives | 10 am

Lecture on Billy the Kid - The Never-Ending Legend (1980 - 2026) | Academy for Learning in Retirement | 10:30 am - 12 pm

She Creates - A Women's History Month Exhibit | Mad Hatter Gallery | 11 am - 5 pm

Native Plant Society Meeting | NMSU Biology Annex | 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Cruces Chess Club | Icebox Boneyard Cantina | 7 pm

Trivia Nights hosted by The Burrowing Owl | Little Toad Creek | 7 pm

Aqua Zumba | 310 Fitness | 7 pm

Faculty Guest Artist Recital | NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall | 7:30 pm | Yoshiko Arahata, piano; Wesley Taylor, Saxophone

Free Class Tai Chi | Amaro Winery | 4 pm

Pressed Flower Collage Workshop | Assembly Craft Studio | 6 - 8 pm

Lucky Girls Night Out | G lit fitness studio | 6:30 pm

Astronomy on Tap - White Dwarfs: Hot, Dead Stars From the Past | The Boneyard Cantina Downtown Las Cruces NM | 6:30 pm

The Association's Her-Story Breakfast | Salud de Mesilla | 8:45 am

Mommy & Me | Paperbag Kites | Sagecrest Park | 10 am

Bloom & Forge Spring Celebration | Meta’l Jewelry Studio | 4:30 - 8 pm | live demonstrations of Water Casting, Stamping, and Torch Fire Enameling, 15+ local artisans, Wannabe Food Truck, Raffle.

Public Haunted Courthouse & Jail Tour | Southwest Expeditions | 7 pm | Tickets

Los Leones de Mesilla Free Shred Day | Mesilla Town Hall | 10 am - 12 pm

Chalk Walk | Las Cruces Museum Of Art | 9 am

Slot Canyon Hike | Doña Ana Village Association | 9 am

Pilates Open House | Mary Jane’s Pilates Studio | 3 - 5 pm

Empire MMA | NMSU Pan American Center / Special Events | 4 pm

Kids Can-Mall Pop Up!! | Mesilla Valley Mall | (multi-day, starts Sat Mar 14)

St. Patrick’s Bar Crawl | Downtown Las Cruces | March 14th

Rooted & Winged: Process, Observation and Living Form by Pamela Strobhar, Watercolor Artist | Gallery 925 Las Cruces, NM | 1:30 pm

👉 Be sure to check our Events Calendar for more events.

Unruly Cabaret | Rio Grande Theatre | March 20-22

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

👉 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.

37th Annual Bataan Memorial Death March | White Sands Missile Range | March 21

Run with Your Doc 5k | Mesilla Plaza | March 28th | Annual Fundraiser is a 1-mile, 5-k, and 10-k run or walk held every spring on the Mesilla Plaza.

Las Cruces International Film Festival | NM Farm & Ranch | April 8th - 12th | Tickets

¡Mira! Las Cruces | Plaza de Las Cruces | April 24th & 25th

2026 Art in the Garden | Artists of Picacho Hills | May 9th

Lou & Mary Henson Community Breakfast | NM Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum | May 14th @ 7 am | Featuring NFL Pro Terrell Owens

City of Las Cruces Senior Recreation Program Calendar. Also check our online events calendar for more.

Doña County 2026 Senior Olympics now and the games begin on March 06th. Learn more. See the Schedule

I stopped by Bionic Barbell yesterday to meet Rich Kahle and an amazing group of his senior students. Just look at those smiles!

Rich runs the Young at Heart Senior Program at Bionic Barbell and specializes in teaching seniors how to use the gym equipment safely and confidently. He also offers classes in Yoga, Qigong, and Tai Chi, plus excellent post-rehab workouts.

Staying active as we age isn’t just nice — it’s essential. Regular exercise helps seniors maintain muscle strength and bone density, improve balance to prevent falls, support heart and joint health, boost mood and mental clarity, and keep living independently with energy and confidence for years to come. That’s exactly why programs like Young at Heart are so valuable.

Rich also showed me their specialized Keiser fitness equipment that’s perfect for seniors. Instead of fixed weights, it uses smooth pneumatic resistance that you can adjust in tiny increments — even mid-repetition! This gives you incredibly precise, joint-friendly, and targeted training.

The positive energy from that group was contagious. Highly recommend local seniors to check it out and visit with Rich soon to get started! You will also see him at this years Dona Ana County Senior Olympics events with his students! 🙂

Note: Rich mentioned that for many their insurance will cover part or most of the cost and when you sign up for a membership you get 30 days free.

Trainer: Rich Kahle
Bionic Barbell
Phone: 575-202-6498
Location: 900 N Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011.

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Whether you are new to town or just want to meet new friends check out our fun new Live Love Las Cruces Dinner Club.

Six people. One table. Next Dinner Club is Thursday, March 19th at 6:00 PM.

How it works: Take our quiz and we'll match you with five people who either mirror your energy or totally flip your perspective (you pick).

The fun: Your restaurant stays under wraps until that morning.

After Dinner: Halfway through dinner, we'll text everyone a spot nearby to keep vibes going if you want. You can decide.

Here's the deal: Take the Quiz and signup. You handle your own check, while we orchestrate the rest.

Perfect for: New residents or long-time locals looking to have great conversations and meet new friends in Las Cruces.

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