Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Spaceport Community Council Meeting - Today 7-21-09
Doña Ana County will hold its first Spaceport Community Council Meeting today from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the commission chambers at the Doña Ana County Government Center, 845 Motel. Blvd. This event is free and open to the public. More information is available on-line: www.mveda.com/blog/.
Friday, April 24, 2009
2nd Annual Railroad Days at the Las Cruces Railroad Museum - May 8 - 9, 2009
All aboard! Back by very popular demand, the Las Cruces Railroad Museum will be hosting the second annual Railroad Day May 8 - 9, at the historic railroad depot in Las Cruces.
All three days will feature events and activities for train enthusiasts of all ages, including a special appearance by the New Mexico Rail Runner Express and a modern Burlington Northern Santa Fe diesel engine, both available for tours on Saturday.
Inside the museum, the Dona Ana Modular Railroad Club will have model train layouts running throughout the museum and the Harvey Girl reenactors from the Railroad and Transportation Museum of El Paso will be on-hand to recant stories of early railroad life in New Mexico.
Outside, the "Van of Enchantment" mobile visitor center sponsored by the New Mexico Tourism Department, will be passing out New Mexico information. There will also be railroad related musical entertainment.
A welcome ceremony on Saturday morning will begin at 10 am with the Sierra Middle School "Sierra Soundsations" followed by opening remarks from Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagashima, City Manager Terrance Moore, District 1 Councillor Miguel Silva and the Rail Runner's Lawrence Rael.
Prior to Saturday's big events, Thursday, May 7, is Senior Appreciation Day. Friday, May 8, is Students' Day, special tours by appointment for large groups and activities for the kids throughout the day.
For more information, call (575) 647-4480 or visit www.las-cruces.org/museums. The museum is open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. The event is free and open to the public. The Railroad Museum is located at 351 N. Mesilla Street (at Las Cruces Ave.).
Saturday, April 4, 2009
MVEDA Business on the Border Forum
The April meeting of the MVEDA Business on the Border Forum will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM at the Day’s Inn Columbus Conference Center, 901 Avenida de Mesilla. The meeting will begin with a hot entree buffet.
The April Forum will feature a panel of local commercial real estate brokers and developers discussing the local commercial real estate market and opportunities in a changing market. Panel members will include: John L. Hummer, Owner/Broker with Steinborn TCN Commercial Real Estate; Randy McMillan, Owner/Broker with NAI 1st Valley Commercial Real Estate; Donnie Brainard, President/Qualifying Broker with Alameda Property Group; and Rick Stoes, Managing Director for Grubb & Ellis.
Luncheon cost is $10.00 per person, payable by cash, check or major credit card. The meeting is open to the public and reservations are not required.
Mesilla Valley Economic Development Alliance505 S. Main, Ste. 134 – PO Box 1299
Las Cruces, NM 88004-1299
Tel: (575) 525-2852 – Fax: (575) 523-5707
www.mveda.com
Friday, March 6, 2009
National Security Technology Conference hosted by New Mexico State University, Las Cruces
Bringing together key players in national security and nonproliferation technologies to facilitate networking and discussions of critical issues
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Businesses, research institutions and all interested in national security technology requirements, gaps, and business solutions to meet those requirements.
WHAT: National Security Technology Conference: This conference is designed to bring together key players in national security and nonproliferation technologies to facilitate discussion of critical issues:
WHERE: Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces - Las Cruces, New Mexico
WHEN: March 31 – April 2, 2009
WHY: To better understand the technological requirements of various federal agencies including DoD, DOE, DHS, Sandia National Laboratories, and Los Alamos National Laboratory.
DATE TO REMEMBER: March 13, 2009 – Last day for Early Bird Rates
Please visit our agenda, at the link below, to view the complete list of speakers and session topics.
WEBSITE: http://arrowhead.nmsu.edu/nsti-nm/nsti-advanced-technology.html
CONTACT: Barbara Nelson (575) 646-7833 nsti-reg@nmsu.edu
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Businesses, research institutions and all interested in national security technology requirements, gaps, and business solutions to meet those requirements.
WHAT: National Security Technology Conference: This conference is designed to bring together key players in national security and nonproliferation technologies to facilitate discussion of critical issues:
- Remote Detection: Technology Requirements & Gaps for Detection of Weapons of Mass Destruction
- Homeland Protection: Technology Implementation & Future Technological Requirements
- Transport, Handling & Disposal of Nuclear Materials: Regulatory Environment & Technical Requirements
- Business and Workforce Solutions: Training & Incentives for Doing Business in New Mexico
WHERE: Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces - Las Cruces, New Mexico
WHEN: March 31 – April 2, 2009
WHY: To better understand the technological requirements of various federal agencies including DoD, DOE, DHS, Sandia National Laboratories, and Los Alamos National Laboratory.
DATE TO REMEMBER: March 13, 2009 – Last day for Early Bird Rates
Please visit our agenda, at the link below, to view the complete list of speakers and session topics.
WEBSITE: http://arrowhead.nmsu.edu/nsti-nm/nsti-advanced-technology.html
CONTACT: Barbara Nelson (575) 646-7833 nsti-reg@nmsu.edu
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Introduction to DAFO Bracing Workshop Mountain View Regional Medical Center
Steinmann Prosthetics & Orthotics Presents 6 Hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU)
You are Invited to attend a Free Seminar by Educators from Cascade Dafo, Inc. for Medical Professionals who work primarily with Children.
Cascade Dafo, Inc. is a leader in design, innovation and manufacture of Dynamic Ankle-Foot Orthotics (DAFO) to help kids lead happier and healthier lives.
Title: Introduction to DAFO Bracing
Date: Friday, March 6th, 2009
Time: 8:30-4:00. Lunch 1 hour. Two 15-minute breaks.
Location: Mountain View Regional Medical Center, Community & Education Room (first floor)
Lunch will be provided by Steinmann Prosthetics and Orthotics.
Reservations are required. Space is limited so call our office at 532-5900 by March 2 to reserve your spot.
Steinmann Prosthetics and Orthotics wishes to thank Cascade Dafo, Inc., Mountain View Regional Medical Center and the NM Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for their assistance in providing this workshop to our community. Cascade Dafo, Inc. has applied for 6 Hours of CEU with APTA.
You are Invited to attend a Free Seminar by Educators from Cascade Dafo, Inc. for Medical Professionals who work primarily with Children.
Cascade Dafo, Inc. is a leader in design, innovation and manufacture of Dynamic Ankle-Foot Orthotics (DAFO) to help kids lead happier and healthier lives.
Title: Introduction to DAFO Bracing
Date: Friday, March 6th, 2009
Time: 8:30-4:00. Lunch 1 hour. Two 15-minute breaks.
Location: Mountain View Regional Medical Center, Community & Education Room (first floor)
Lunch will be provided by Steinmann Prosthetics and Orthotics.
Reservations are required. Space is limited so call our office at 532-5900 by March 2 to reserve your spot.
Steinmann Prosthetics and Orthotics wishes to thank Cascade Dafo, Inc., Mountain View Regional Medical Center and the NM Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) for their assistance in providing this workshop to our community. Cascade Dafo, Inc. has applied for 6 Hours of CEU with APTA.
Learn to Paint at Las Cruces Museum of Art
Registration has already begun for the spring session painting classes at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. Class schedules and registration forms are available at the Museum and on the website http://museums.las-cruces.org. Classes will begin the week of March 9 and end the week of April 27. Classes will not meet the week of March 23-28.
Acrylic Painting, meeting Thursday afternoons, will focus on creating from, value, and composition. With a variety of projects, subject matter will include organic form, still life, landscape, and aspects of the figure. Beginning and advanced students are welcome.
Beginning Oil Painting will introduce students to the basic techniques and tools to paint with oils. Class will begin with proper canvas stretching and preparation. Students will then be introduced to still life and landscape painting and will have the freedom to experiment with different effects that can be achieved with oil paint. Class meets Tuesday evenings.
Classical Oil Painting will introduce students to the European realism technique known as Mixte. This is the style of painting used by the Old Masters and is often not taught. Students will learn the basic step-by-step procedure and recipes used to create luminous works of art. Help keep this classic style of painting alive in the world of modern art. Beginners welcome. Class meets Wednesday evenings.
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St., on the north end of the Downtown Mall. For more information, please call 575-541-2137.
Acrylic Painting, meeting Thursday afternoons, will focus on creating from, value, and composition. With a variety of projects, subject matter will include organic form, still life, landscape, and aspects of the figure. Beginning and advanced students are welcome.
Beginning Oil Painting will introduce students to the basic techniques and tools to paint with oils. Class will begin with proper canvas stretching and preparation. Students will then be introduced to still life and landscape painting and will have the freedom to experiment with different effects that can be achieved with oil paint. Class meets Tuesday evenings.
Classical Oil Painting will introduce students to the European realism technique known as Mixte. This is the style of painting used by the Old Masters and is often not taught. Students will learn the basic step-by-step procedure and recipes used to create luminous works of art. Help keep this classic style of painting alive in the world of modern art. Beginners welcome. Class meets Wednesday evenings.
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St., on the north end of the Downtown Mall. For more information, please call 575-541-2137.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Black Range Artists Spring Show at Branigan Cultural Center
Las Cruces, NM – Black Range Artists, Inc. presents its 2009 Spring Show at the Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces. The show offers a mix of works in seven categories: oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, mixed media, graphics and three-dimensional. An artist reception will be held during the 1st Friday Downtown Ramble on March 6th from 5 – 7 pm. The show will be on display March 6th – 28th.
Black Range Artists, Inc. was established in 1962 to promote and encourage art in the southwest by providing quality exhibitions, information and beneficial programs to artists and their communities. The artists are from southern New Mexico and West Texas.
The Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street, is located at the north end of the Downtown Mall in Las Cruces. The exhibit and reception is free and open to the public. Galleries are open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information about exhibits, contact the Branigan Cultural Center at (575) 541-2154 or visit the Center’s web site at http://museums.las-cruces.org.
Black Range Artists, Inc. was established in 1962 to promote and encourage art in the southwest by providing quality exhibitions, information and beneficial programs to artists and their communities. The artists are from southern New Mexico and West Texas.
The Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street, is located at the north end of the Downtown Mall in Las Cruces. The exhibit and reception is free and open to the public. Galleries are open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information about exhibits, contact the Branigan Cultural Center at (575) 541-2154 or visit the Center’s web site at http://museums.las-cruces.org.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Register Now for Spring Art Classes at Las Cruces Museum of Art
Registration has already begun for the spring session of art classes at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. Class schedules and registration forms are available at the Museum and on the website http://museums.las-cruces.org. Classes will begin the week of March 9 and end the week of April 27. Classes will not meet the week of March 23-28.
For adults and teens, the Museum offers several painting classes: Acrylic, Classical Oil Painting, and Beginning Oil Painting. Weaving, with the use of floor looms, and Triangular Shawl Weaving are also offered. A new class, Drawing and Design Fundamentals, explores the basics of perspective, proportion, and composition for those beginning to explore their artistic side or looking to reinforce the fundamentals.
Classes for young artists include ceramics, with classes to accommodate ages 6 – 8 and 9-12. Art-o-Rific Art Class, for ages 6-8, features drawing, painting, and block printing projects inspired by famous painters. Students will work with watercolors, oil pastels, chalk pastels, tissue touch painting, and acrylic splatter work.
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St., on the north end of the Downtown Mall. For more information, please call 575-541-2137.
For adults and teens, the Museum offers several painting classes: Acrylic, Classical Oil Painting, and Beginning Oil Painting. Weaving, with the use of floor looms, and Triangular Shawl Weaving are also offered. A new class, Drawing and Design Fundamentals, explores the basics of perspective, proportion, and composition for those beginning to explore their artistic side or looking to reinforce the fundamentals.
Classes for young artists include ceramics, with classes to accommodate ages 6 – 8 and 9-12. Art-o-Rific Art Class, for ages 6-8, features drawing, painting, and block printing projects inspired by famous painters. Students will work with watercolors, oil pastels, chalk pastels, tissue touch painting, and acrylic splatter work.
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St., on the north end of the Downtown Mall. For more information, please call 575-541-2137.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Lecture at Railroad Museum Feb 10 & Feb 14
Brown Bag Lecture: Lessons Learned During My 38 years with the Railroad by Arturo Diaz
Tuesday, February 10 @ 12 noon at the Las Cruces railroad Museum
Las Cruces, NM - The Las Cruces Railroad Museum will host a lecture on Tuesday, February 10 and again on Saturday, February 14. Arturo Diaz will talk about “Lessons Learned during My 38 years with the Railroad”. Mr. Diaz retired after 38 years working on the railroad and will discuss his career working for the Atchison, Topeka, & Santa Fe and then the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroads. Mr. Diaz’ experiences ranged from telegraph operator, to relief agent, to engineer, to engineer trainer. Mr. Diaz retired in 2002 and lives in Las Cruces.
Light refreshments served. The Railroad Museum is located at 351 N. Mesilla Street (at Las Cruces Ave). For more information, call 575-647-4480 or visit the website http://museums.las-cruces.org. RSVP appreciated.
Tuesday, February 10 @ 12 noon at the Las Cruces railroad Museum
Las Cruces, NM - The Las Cruces Railroad Museum will host a lecture on Tuesday, February 10 and again on Saturday, February 14. Arturo Diaz will talk about “Lessons Learned during My 38 years with the Railroad”. Mr. Diaz retired after 38 years working on the railroad and will discuss his career working for the Atchison, Topeka, & Santa Fe and then the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroads. Mr. Diaz’ experiences ranged from telegraph operator, to relief agent, to engineer, to engineer trainer. Mr. Diaz retired in 2002 and lives in Las Cruces.
Light refreshments served. The Railroad Museum is located at 351 N. Mesilla Street (at Las Cruces Ave). For more information, call 575-647-4480 or visit the website http://museums.las-cruces.org. RSVP appreciated.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Las Cruces Museum of Natural History Sky Safari - February 28th
View the night sky with the Las Cruces Museum of Natural History on Saturday, February 28th at 7:00 pm at La Llorona Park. We will be viewing the Bee Hive Cluster, M45 (Pleiades) and the Winter Hexagon. We furnish high-powered telescopes and expert guidance from the NMSU Astronomy Department. Instructors are funded by the Southern New Mexico Natural History Foundation. For more information, please call (575) 522-3120. Free.
Weaving at Las Cruces Museum of Art
Treat Yourself to Triangular Shawl Weaving at Las Cruces Museum of Art
Awaken your inner fiber artist and learn to weave a one-of-kind, triangular shawl during a four-day workshop at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. This "hands-on" technique requires no previous weaving experience. There is no loom preparation and no wasted fiber. With a minimal amount of yarn you can create a beautiful one-of-a-kind product. Frame looms are provided & studio time is flexible. To learn more about this unique approach, see instructor Nancy Anderson demonstrate each Saturday morning at the Farmers and Crafts Market on the Downtown Mall.
The first session of this workshop will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 10th- 19th, from 12:30 – 2:45 pm. The second session is Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 14th – 23rd at the same times. The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St. in the downtown mall. To see a complete schedule of our classes, please visit http://museums.las-cruces.org or call 575-541-2137 for more information.
Awaken your inner fiber artist and learn to weave a one-of-kind, triangular shawl during a four-day workshop at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. This "hands-on" technique requires no previous weaving experience. There is no loom preparation and no wasted fiber. With a minimal amount of yarn you can create a beautiful one-of-a-kind product. Frame looms are provided & studio time is flexible. To learn more about this unique approach, see instructor Nancy Anderson demonstrate each Saturday morning at the Farmers and Crafts Market on the Downtown Mall.
The first session of this workshop will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 10th- 19th, from 12:30 – 2:45 pm. The second session is Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 14th – 23rd at the same times. The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St. in the downtown mall. To see a complete schedule of our classes, please visit http://museums.las-cruces.org or call 575-541-2137 for more information.
Reading Art Book Club Meets at Las Cruces Museum of Art
The Reading Art Book Club (RABC) will hold its next meeting at 2:30 on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. The meeting will focus on the book I am Madame X by Gioia Dilberto. Set during the Belle Epoque period in Paris, this novel is the story John Singer Sargent and the unveiling of the scandalous painting “Madame X.” Upcoming book selections include Frederick Turner’s In the Land of the Temple Caves for March 11th and The Madonna’s of Leningrad by Debra Dean for April 8th.
The Reading Art Book Club is dedicated to exploring the connections between art and literature by reading and discussing books. As much as possible, books selected will relate, echo, or enhance the Museum’s varied exhibitions. The club meets the second Wednesday of every month.
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St. in the downtown mall. For more information about exhibits and Studio Programs art classes call 575-541-2137 or visit the website http://museums.las-cruces.org
The Reading Art Book Club is dedicated to exploring the connections between art and literature by reading and discussing books. As much as possible, books selected will relate, echo, or enhance the Museum’s varied exhibitions. The club meets the second Wednesday of every month.
The Las Cruces Museum of Art is located at 491 N. Main St. in the downtown mall. For more information about exhibits and Studio Programs art classes call 575-541-2137 or visit the website http://museums.las-cruces.org
MVEDA Business on the Border Forum - February 3rd
The February meeting of the MVEDA Business on the Border Forum will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM at the Day’s Inn Columbus Conference Center, 901 Avenida de Mesilla. The meeting will begin with a hot entree buffet followed by an update from MVEDA staff.
The February meeting will focus on recent and upcoming events at New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center. Dr. Kevin Boberg and Sara Pirayesh-Sanders will provide brief updates on the Arrowhead Research Park and the Entrepreneurship Institute. Chris Kientz, Director of Technology Innovation, will provide an overview of the upcoming 1st Annual Security Technology Conference hosted by the National Security Technology Incubator (NSTI) of the Arrowhead Center.
Luncheon cost is $10.00 per person, payable by cash, check or major credit card. The meeting is open to the public and reservations are not required.
Mesilla Valley Economic Development Alliance505 S. Main, Ste. 134 – PO Box 1299Las Cruces, NM 88004-1299 Tel: (575) 525-2852 – Fax: (575) 523-5707 www.mveda.com
The February meeting will focus on recent and upcoming events at New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center. Dr. Kevin Boberg and Sara Pirayesh-Sanders will provide brief updates on the Arrowhead Research Park and the Entrepreneurship Institute. Chris Kientz, Director of Technology Innovation, will provide an overview of the upcoming 1st Annual Security Technology Conference hosted by the National Security Technology Incubator (NSTI) of the Arrowhead Center.
Luncheon cost is $10.00 per person, payable by cash, check or major credit card. The meeting is open to the public and reservations are not required.
Mesilla Valley Economic Development Alliance505 S. Main, Ste. 134 – PO Box 1299Las Cruces, NM 88004-1299 Tel: (575) 525-2852 – Fax: (575) 523-5707 www.mveda.com
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
11th Annual ArtForms Membership Show at Branigan Cultural Center Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces will celebrate the 11th Annual For the Love of Art Month at Branigan Cultural Center with an ArtForms member show, that includes paintings, watercolors, prints, photography, sculpture, jewelry, digital media, and more. The show opens on Friday, February 6 with a reception from 5 – 7 p.m. The Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music will perform during the reception. The show remains on display through Saturday, February 28, 2009.
ArtForms is a non-profit organization that supports art in all its forms. More than 50 artists are participating in this year’s show. For more information on ArtForms or the additional Love of Art Month activities they have planned visit www.artformsnm.org.
The Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street, is located at the north end of the downtown mall in Las Cruces. The exhibit and reception is free and open to the public. Galleries are open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information about exhibits, contact the Branigan Cultural Center at (575) 541-2154 or visit the Center’s web site at http://museums.las-cruces.org.
ArtForms is a non-profit organization that supports art in all its forms. More than 50 artists are participating in this year’s show. For more information on ArtForms or the additional Love of Art Month activities they have planned visit www.artformsnm.org.
The Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street, is located at the north end of the downtown mall in Las Cruces. The exhibit and reception is free and open to the public. Galleries are open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information about exhibits, contact the Branigan Cultural Center at (575) 541-2154 or visit the Center’s web site at http://museums.las-cruces.org.
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