New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum July 2009 Calendar
Who: New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
What: Events in July
When: July 2009
Where: New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
Contact: (575) 522-4100
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum July 2009 Calendar
Harvest Cooking Class
July 7, 2-4 p.m.
This month’s cooking class features recipes that include peaches, squash and pinto beans. Carol Koenig is the chef and pre-registration is required. $35.
Lecture Series
“Corazon Vaquero: The Heart of the Cowboy”
July 9, 7 p.m.
The 65-minute documentary film, “Corazon Vaquero: The Heart of the Cowboy,” will be shown in the Museum’s theater. The film is a high-definition cinematic journey into the mountains of Baja California, Mexico. Filmmaker Cody McClintock takes us to a place where people are living the way they have for 300 years. These direct descendants of the Spanish missionary soldiers still live the lifestyle of the California vaquero. Las Cruces film buff Jeff Berg will be the host. Admission is a suggested donation of $2.
Ice Cream Sunday
July 26, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Everyone’s favorite summer treat is the star of this annual event. Enjoy homemade ice cream samples and see how ice cream is made. The event also includes the popular ice cream sandwich eating contest for all different age groups. Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for senior citizens and $2 for children 5 to 17.
Adult Felting Class
July 30, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Learn the basics of both wet felting and needle felting by completing a small felted pin, cuff and felted beads. Instruction will include basic techniques of both methods and how to manipulate wool into artfully crafted garments. Participants will be given wool, needles, and assorted jewelry findings to complete the projects in class. $35 per person.
Summer Fun for Kids
July 7-8 (Tuesday and Wednesday): Greenhouse and Gardening Camp
Grades K-6th; 10 a.m.-2p.m.; Class Limit: 20
Discover the science of soil and plant growth through hands-on lessons in the Museum’s new greenhouse. Decorate your very own gourd. Learn about native plants of the Chihuahuan Desert and how they survive. Take home plants and seeds to start you own garden. Children should dress in clothing that can get dirty and please bring lunch each day. Pre-registration required. $40
July 22-24 (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday): Pottery and Archaeology Camp
Grades 3rd-6th; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Class Limit: 20
Shape and mold clay into creative objects in this introduction to pottery making. Students will also learn the methods and importance of archaeology as they excavate their own dig site. Children should dress in clothing that can get dirty. Please bring hats, sunscreen and sturdy shoes as we will be outside for part of the class.
Please bring lunch each day. Pre-registration is required. $60
July 28 (Tuesday): Traditional New Mexico Music, Games and Stories
Grades K-2; 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; Class Limit: 15
Love music and dancing? Want to play games from two-hundred years ago? Enjoy a good story? Then this is the class for you!
Pre-registration required. $20
For more information, or to sign up or register for a class, please call (575) 522-4100.
New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
4100 Dripping Springs Road
Las Cruces, NM 88011
