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Monday, May 22:00—4:00 PMMunson LibraryMunson Branch Library975 S. Mesquite St., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Munson Fine Whiners
Share reading group and Book of the Month Club at Munson.3
Tuesday, May 39:00—10:00 AM Albert Johnson Park
Tai Chi
The Tai Chi Chuan form comprises a series of slow movements flowing from one to the next. Tai Chi was created to improve health, meditation, and self-defense. The movements are done slowly and calmly. The emphasis is on relaxation, correct posture, and the efficient use of muscles.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 311:00—11:30 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Rhythm RoundUp
This week join us for our movement and music program encouraging gross and fine motor skill development while we dance and sing. Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 34:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Guitar Lessons
Participants will learn the basics of how to play guitar. We will learn various chords, scales and strumming patterns to create their own music. Tuesday, May 34:30—5:30 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
The Teen Advisory Board meets monthly to bring Branigan teens together for program discussion, collection input, and community philanthropy. Teens 13-18 join us to be part of planning for Branigan Library and Las Cruces.
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Wednesday, May 410:00 AM—12:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Email Basics
Learn how to obtain a free email account. Students will then learn the basics of sending, receiving, and replying to a message, as well as how to send and open attachments and manage their new email account.Wednesday, May 44:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 44:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 53:30—4:30 PMStaff Conference RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Great Tours: France Through the Ages
This discussion group will meet in person in the Conference Room on the second floor of Branigan Library. From The Great Courses: In this thrilling travelogue, you'll discover the 35,000-year-old cave paintings of Chauvet, the medieval castles of the Cathars, the palace of Versailles, and the sites where the French Revolution unfolded.…Learn MoreThursday, May 54:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Learn how to play the guitar...or bass.
Musical PerformanceThursday, May 55:00—6:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teen Game Night
Teens come together to participate in different games, activities, and crafts every Thursday at 5:00PM.
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Sunday, May 88:00 AM—12:00 PMOffsite
MMIW Group Run with Bluebird Running Company
Join the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Bluebird Running Company as we support the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) in a 5k run/walk at La Llorona Park, Sunday, May 8th beginning at 8:00 a. m. The event is open to everyone at any level!
The MMIW Virtual 5k event is a race at your own pace and place.…Learn More
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Monday, May 92:00—4:00 PMMunson LibraryMunson Branch Library975 S. Mesquite St., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Munson Fine Whiners
Share reading group and Book of the Month Club at Munson.10
Tuesday, May 109:00—10:00 AM Albert Johnson Park
Tai Chi
The Tai Chi Chuan form comprises a series of slow movements flowing from one to the next. Tai Chi was created to improve health, meditation, and self-defense. The movements are done slowly and calmly. The emphasis is on relaxation, correct posture, and the efficient use of muscles.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 1011:00—11:30 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Children's Storytime
This week join us for a storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
Tuesday, May 102:30—4:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Roll your own.....Beads
Thomas Branigan Memorial Library presents: Roll your own Beads, where we will be making colorful recycled beads from outdated magazines. Join us in making wearable art from what has already been created reducing future waste. All supplies will be provided.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 104:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Guitar Lessons
Participants will learn the basics of how to play guitar. We will learn various chords, scales and strumming patterns to create their own music. Tuesday, May 104:00—4:30 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Beauty in the Beast Storytime
We all know Belle loved to read - but for some of us it can feel scary - like a beast! Please join Miss Las Cruces Outstanding Teen, Lianna Hartshorn, as she shows the beauty in the beast with a story, discussion and craft. An opportunity for pictures with "Belle" will be available at the end of the program.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 114:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 114:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 122:00—3:00 PMStaff Conference RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
What Have You Been Reading? Book Discussion Group
Come tell us about the books you have been reading and hear about what others been reading. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month. Starting in April, this will be in person, in the library. Lists of previous books can be found at:January thru June 2021 - https://wke.…Learn MoreThursday, May 122:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Introduction to Social Media
Do you want to learn what Social Media is and how to use it to communicate with others. You will learn what social media platforms there are and tips on how to stay safe while using them.Thursday, May 124:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Learn how to play the guitar...or bass.
Musical PerformanceThursday, May 125:00—6:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teen Game Night
Teens come together to participate in different games, activities, and crafts every Thursday at 5:00PM.
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Saturday, May 142:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Writer's Group
This program is self directed by the participants. It's a time for writers of all experience to talk about whatever writing topic you want, to share/critique each other's writing, to help each other. It's your program, you create it each session.
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Monday, May 162:00—4:00 PMMunson LibraryMunson Branch Library975 S. Mesquite St., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Munson Fine Whiners
Share reading group and Book of the Month Club at Munson.17
Tuesday, May 179:00—10:00 AM Albert Johnson Park
Tai Chi
The Tai Chi Chuan form comprises a series of slow movements flowing from one to the next. Tai Chi was created to improve health, meditation, and self-defense. The movements are done slowly and calmly. The emphasis is on relaxation, correct posture, and the efficient use of muscles.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 1711:00—11:30 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Rhythm RoundUp
This week join us for our movement and music program encouraging gross and fine motor skill development while we dance and sing. Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 172:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Microsoft Word Basics
A class for those who are beginning to use Microsoft Word. Students will learn how to create and format basic documents. Basic computer skills are required.Tuesday, May 174:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Guitar Lessons
Participants will learn the basics of how to play guitar. We will learn various chords, scales and strumming patterns to create their own music. Tuesday, May 176:00—7:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Bad Art
No creative talents needed here, just a whole lot of fun. This freestyle creative art session allows and encourages patrons to pick the most random art supplies available and create a “horrible” masterpiece. Plan to get messy, creative, and silly! Random art supplies will be provided.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 183:30—4:30 PMStaff Conference RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Murderous Reads
Monthly Mystery book discussion group. Each month will focus on a different series, you can read any book in the series. Discussion will be in person in the Conference Room on the second floorTAPPLY, WILLIAM G. - Stoney Calhoun series These can be requested as ebooks in Libby at https://thomasbran.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 184:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 184:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 193:30—4:30 PMStaff Conference RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Great Tours: France Through the Ages
This discussion group will meet in person in the Conference Room on the second floor of Branigan Library. From The Great Courses: In this thrilling travelogue, you'll discover the 35,000-year-old cave paintings of Chauvet, the medieval castles of the Cathars, the palace of Versailles, and the sites where the French Revolution unfolded.…Learn MoreThursday, May 194:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Learn how to play the guitar...or bass.
Musical PerformanceThursday, May 195:00—6:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teen Game Night
Teens come together to participate in different games, activities, and crafts every Thursday at 5:00PM.
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Saturday, May 2111:00 AM—12:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Color Me Calm
Need to decompress and destress? Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Need a moment to clear your mind? Join us for a relaxing hour of coloring and soothing music on May 21st at 11 AM. Music, coloring sheets, and coloring pencils will all be provided for your meditative morning relaxing.…Learn More
Saturday, May 212:00—3:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
New Mexico's Monsoon: What to Expect This Year
Many people are somewhat confused by the term Monsoon. Others actually have no idea what the monsoon is really all about and even if the monsoon truly happens in New Mexico. We will look at what a monsoon really is as well as gain an understanding of how the monsoon here in New Mexico differs from other monsoons around the world.…Learn More22
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Monday, May 232:00—4:00 PMMunson LibraryMunson Branch Library975 S. Mesquite St., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Munson Fine Whiners
Share reading group and Book of the Month Club at Munson.24
Tuesday, May 249:00—10:00 AM Albert Johnson Park
Tai Chi
The Tai Chi Chuan form comprises a series of slow movements flowing from one to the next. Tai Chi was created to improve health, meditation, and self-defense. The movements are done slowly and calmly. The emphasis is on relaxation, correct posture, and the efficient use of muscles.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 2411:00—11:30 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Children's Storytime
This week join us for a storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.
Tuesday, May 242:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Microsoft Excel Basics
A class for those who are beginning to use Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to create and format basic spreadsheets. Basic computer skills are required.Tuesday, May 244:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Guitar Lessons
Participants will learn the basics of how to play guitar. We will learn various chords, scales and strumming patterns to create their own music. Tuesday, May 244:00—4:30 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Beauty in the Beast Storytime
We all know Belle loved to read - but for some of us it can feel scary - like a beast! Please join Miss Las Cruces Outstanding Teen, Lianna Hartshorn, as she shows the beauty in the beast with a story, discussion and craft. An opportunity for pictures with "Belle" will be available at the end of the program.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 246:30—7:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Book Club
Join us this month for the Branigan Book Club where will be discussing This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone.
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Wednesday, May 254:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
Wednesday, May 254:00—5:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Lab
Explore Art, Science, Engineering, or Games through stories and activities, this program is for school aged children K-5 with caregivers welcome.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 262:00—3:00 PMStaff Conference RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
What Have You Been Reading? Book Discussion Group
Come tell us about the books you have been reading and hear about what others been reading. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month. Starting in April, this will be in person, in the library. Lists of previous books can be found at:January thru June 2021 - https://wke.…Learn MoreThursday, May 263:00—4:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Library Advisory Board (LAB) Meeting
LAB Meeting is Open to the Public
Thursday, May 264:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Learn how to play the guitar...or bass.
Musical PerformanceThursday, May 265:00—6:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teen Game Night
Teens come together to participate in different games, activities, and crafts every Thursday at 5:00PM.
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Saturday, May 2810:00 AM—12:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Leap into Science for Families
Families join us for a drop in program and a chance to interact with Light & Shadow! This hands on play day gives your family the chance to Leap into Science and explore together. Recommended for ages 3-10.
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Monday, May 30Closed
Thomas Branigan Memorial Library
Munson Branch Library
Sage Cafe Branch Library
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Tuesday, May 319:00—10:00 AM Albert Johnson Park
Tai Chi
The Tai Chi Chuan form comprises a series of slow movements flowing from one to the next. Tai Chi was created to improve health, meditation, and self-defense. The movements are done slowly and calmly. The emphasis is on relaxation, correct posture, and the efficient use of muscles.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 3111:00—11:30 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Rhythm RoundUp
This week join us for our movement and music program encouraging gross and fine motor skill development while we dance and sing. Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.…Learn More
Tuesday, May 314:00—5:00 PMA.L.I.C.E. Makerspace #1Thomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Sound Sessions - Guitar Lessons
Participants will learn the basics of how to play guitar. We will learn various chords, scales and strumming patterns to create their own music.