NMSU to host public reading by poet, fiction writer Oct. 17
NMSU’s Nelson-Boswell Reading Series will feature Arizona poet and fiction writer Oscar Mancinas at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 in Milton Hall 171. A free reception will follow the public reading.
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Doña Ana County Humane Society plans ‘Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour’ fundraiser Oct. 28
The Doña Ana County Humane Society will host its annual Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour fundraiser Oct. 28 at The Blue Door Venue in Las Cruces, with proceeds benefiting pet relief and spay-neuter programs.
Free Oct. 26 screening celebrates first movie made in Las Cruces
The Rio Grande Theatre will host a free October 26 screening of The Devil’s Mistress (1965), the first feature film made in Las Cruces, presented by filmmaker Julia Smith and Film Las Cruces.
Mini film festival explores reproductive justice through New Mexican stories
Bold Futures’ “In My Shoes” mini film festival will showcase short films on reproductive justice issues — from fibroids to doula care — Oct. 11 at the Las Cruces Convention Center.
Las Cruces police fatally shoot man outside Chili’s on Telshor
Las Cruces police say an officer shot and killed a man Thursday evening outside Chili’s on Telshor Boulevard after reports of threats toward patrons and staff.
'In Our Blood' to premiere Oct. 17 at Cineport 10 in Las Cruces
The feature film In Our Blood — shot entirely in Las Cruces — will premiere Oct. 17 with a Q&A featuring director Pedro Kos and cast members.
Museum of Art showcases Into the Hourglass: Paño Arte from the Rudy Padilla Collection
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is presenting Into the Hourglass: Paño Arte from the Rudy Padilla Collection, a traveling exhibition of Chicano prison art from the National Hispanic Cultural Center, on display through Jan. 3, 2026.
Doña Ana Arts Council sets Nov. 8–9 dates for Renaissance Arts Faire at Young Park
Renaissance Arts Faire moves to Nov. 8–9 at Young Park in Las Cruces, with tickets on sale and additional fall programs at the arts council.
NMSU to kick off Latinx Heritage Month events
NMSU will celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with music, lectures and cultural events beginning Sept. 16 on campus. Carlos Carrillo López, New Mexico State University LAS CRUCES - New Mexico State University will kick off its celebrations for Latin Heritage Month later this month. Latinx Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15
