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Sunday, October 21:00—3:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Chess Club
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
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Monday, October 39:15—10:00 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Senior Fitness
Join Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Lisa Gonzales for Senior Fitness. Lisa, a Silver Sneakers fitness instructor of thirty-three years, will guide seniors through various fitness exercises and motions to improve agility, mobility, and stability.…Learn More
Monday, October 310:15 AM—12:15 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Who Knew: Scam Prevention and Medicare 101
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Humana invite you to join us for an educational event providing informational resources and assistance about scam prevention and Medicare. First, learn how to prevent being scammed. Learn helpful tips and tricks to help keep you safe.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 49:00—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, October 411:00—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.
Tuesday, October 44:00—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. 5
Wednesday, October 53:00—5:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Get Organized: Make a Planner
The fall and winter holidays are coming. It's the busiest time of the year! Let us help you get organized no matter what you have planned.
Are you travelling and need to keep track of reservations and packing? Are you feasting at home and need to keep track of grocery shopping, recipes and cooking prep? Make a basic Junior/half letter size planner out of basic household and school supplies.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 54:00—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, October 611:00 AM—12:00 PMOffsite
The Storybook Station
Join the Library at the Railroad Museum for storytime on the first Thursday of every month! Practice learning letters, numbers, colors, and shapes through transportation-themed stories and activities. No registration required.
Ages: 2-5351 N.…Learn MoreThursday, October 63:00—5:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Get Organized: Use a Planner
The fall and winter holidays are coming. It's the busiest time of the year! Let us help you get organized no matter what you have planned. Are you travelling and need to keep track of reservations and packing? Are you feasting at home and need to keep track of grocery shopping, recipes and cooking prep?Learn to use a planner! Join us to hear from Lanee about how to use a planner to keep yourself organized.
Thursday, October 64:00—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, October 65:00—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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Friday, October 72:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Cell Phone Basics
Did you know your cell phone can do more than make phone calls? Do your family and friends ask you to send them text messages instead of call them, but you don't know how? Do you want to learn how to use your phone to listen to audio books when you are on the go? Join us as we uncover some of the tools your phone has.…Learn MoreFriday, October 73:30—5:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Comedy with a Side of Death Movie
Join us for Teentober Comedy/Horror movies all month long.
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Sunday, October 91:00—3:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Chess Club
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
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Monday, October 109:15—10:00 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Senior Fitness
Join Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Lisa Gonzales for Senior Fitness. Lisa, a Silver Sneakers fitness instructor of thirty-three years, will guide seniors through various fitness exercises and motions to improve agility, mobility, and stability.…Learn More
Monday, October 1010:15 AM—12:15 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Who Knew: Brain Health and Medicare 101
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Humana invite you to join us for an educational event providing informational resources and assistance all about brain health and Medicare. First, learn about keeping your brain healthy. Your brain plays a huge role in your everyday life, and it is just as important to keep it as healthy as the rest of your body.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 119:00—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, October 1111:00—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, October 112:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Basic Computer Skills
Are you uncomfortable using a computer? Do you want to understand how to use it without the fear of doing something to break it? This class will discuss what computers are and some ways to properly use them in your daily lives. Tuesday, October 112:30—4:30 PMMunson LibraryMunson Branch Library975 S. Mesquite St., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Make a Scene "Tell-Tale Heart"
Make a Scene "Tell-Tale Heart"Tuesday, October 114:00—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. 12
Wednesday, October 122:30—4:30 PMMunson LibraryMunson Branch Library975 S. Mesquite St., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Make a Scene "Tell-Tale Heart"
Make a Scene " Tell-Tale heart"Wednesday, October 124:00—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, October 132:00—3:00 PMBoardroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Staff 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, October 134:00—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, October 135:00—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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Friday, October 143:30—5:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Comedy with a Side of Death Movie
Join us for Teentober Comedy/Horror movies all month long.
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Sunday, October 161:00—3:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Chess Club
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
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Monday, October 179:15—10:00 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Senior Fitness
Join Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Lisa Gonzales for Senior Fitness. Lisa, a Silver Sneakers fitness instructor of thirty-three years, will guide seniors through various fitness exercises and motions to improve agility, mobility, and stability.…Learn More
Monday, October 1710:15 AM—12:15 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Who Knew: Boost Your Mood and Medicare 101
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Humana invite you to join us for an educational event providing informational resources and assistance with boosting your mood and Medicare. First, learn tips and tricks to boost your mood. Then join us for Medicare 101, where an informational session all about Medicare will be discussed.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 189:00—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, October 1811:00—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.
Tuesday, October 182:30—4:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Make a Scene "Tell-Tale Heart"
Thomas Branigan Memorial Library presents: Make a Scene, visualizing and translating onto canvas a scene from a predetermined book. Canvasses and painting supplies will be provided. In October, we will be painting from Edgar Allan Poe's “The Tell-Tale Heart”.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 184:00—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, October 186:00—7:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Horrifying Bad Art Night
Join us this month for a horrifying and spooky Bad Art Night! 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.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 194:00—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, October 194:00—5:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teentober Sugar Skull Painting
Teens, join us for an afternoon craft session of painting sugar skulls! We are celebrating teens all month long and would love for you to join us for this fun filled afternoon of painting!
Wednesday, October 196:30—7:30 PMBoardroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Staff Conference RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Murderous Reads
Mystery Book Discussion - Each month will have a series of books, read any book in the series. Raybourn, Deanna – Veronica Speedwell seriesWe have all of these in regular print and the first 5 are available in Hoopla Digital as audiobooks. 1. A Curious Beginning
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Thursday, October 202:00—4:00 PMComputer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Windows 11 Basics
This class will teach students how to navigate the most recent operating system. Topics that will be covered is the new Start Menu layout, what the taskbar is and how to customize Windows 11. Thursday, October 204:00—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, October 205:00—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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Friday, October 213:30—5:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Comedy with a Side of Death Movie
Join us for Teentober Comedy/Horror movies all month long.
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Saturday, October 2211:00 AM—1:00 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Monster Mash
'tis the Spooky Season!Adults, come join us for a fun midday break. We'll have fun, games, and all your favorite Halloween music. Costumes fun, but optional.
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Sunday, October 231:00—3:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Chess Club
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
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Monday, October 249:15—10:00 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Senior Fitness
Join Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Lisa Gonzales for Senior Fitness. Lisa, a Silver Sneakers fitness instructor of thirty-three years, will guide seniors through various fitness exercises and motions to improve agility, mobility, and stability.…Learn More
Monday, October 2410:15 AM—12:15 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Who Knew: Tech 101 and Medicare 101
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Humana invite you to join us for an educational event providing informational resources and assistance all about technology and Medicare. Tech 101 will provide a brief overview of using technology to stay connected, social networks, and help and answers to any of your technology questions.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 259:00—10:00 AM Albert Johnson Park
Roadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
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, October 2511:00—11:30 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Halloween Celebration Storytime
This week join us for a special Halloween storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! This week, we will celebrate Halloween and have a costume parade throughout the library! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers.…Learn More
Tuesday, October 254:00—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, October 254:30—6:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Teen Make a Scene "The Tell-Tale Heart"
Teen Make a Scene "The Tell-Tale Heart"Tuesday, October 256:30—7:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Book Club
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Book Club, our monthly book discussion group where we read and discuss a new book each month. Discussions are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM in the Roadrunner Room.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 262:00—4:00 PMBoardroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Computer Training ClassroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Manage your Digital Pictures
This class is a basic class where students will learn how to manage their digital files. Students will learn how to upload photos from a smart phone to a computer either directly or through he cloud. Once on the computer, students will earn how to organize files on the computer.Wednesday, October 264:00—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, October 272:00—3:00 PMBoardroomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Staff 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, October 273:00—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, October 274:00—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, October 275:00—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.
Thursday, October 276:30—7:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Not So Spooky Bats
Dr Teri Orr from NMSU Department of Biology will talk about bats.
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Friday, October 283:30—5:30 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Comedy with a Side of Death Movie
Join us for Teentober Comedy/Horror movies all month long.
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Saturday, October 29All DayRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Back From the Dead Movie Marathon
Join us for a triple creature feature. Movie 1: 10:30amMovie 2: 12:45pmMovie 3: 3pm
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Sunday, October 301:00—3:00 PMCraft RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Branigan Chess Club
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library invites you to join us for the Branigan Chess Club! Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room each Sunday at 1 PM.…Learn More
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Monday, October 319:15—10:00 AMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Senior Fitness
Join Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Lisa Gonzales for Senior Fitness. Lisa, a Silver Sneakers fitness instructor of thirty-three years, will guide seniors through various fitness exercises and motions to improve agility, mobility, and stability.…Learn More
Monday, October 3110:15 AM—12:15 PMRoadrunner RoomThomas Branigan Memorial Library200 E. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 88001
Who Knew: When Life Gives You Lemons and Medicare 101
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library and Humana invite you to join us for an educational event providing informational resources and assistance all about the power of positivity and Medicare. First, discuss what to do when life gives you lemons and how to use the power of positivity to get you back on track.…Learn More
Monday, October 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.