Sierra and Nearby Events
Below are all upcoming college calendar events taking place in Sierra, in neighboring counties, or online. You can also see only events specifically for Sierra and not from neighboring counties or online events.
Poster Boards are available to rent for all occasions and sites on the main NMSU Campus.
Online ordering available! Rental fee is $25 per board and includes delivery, setup, and removal.
The Therapeutic Support Group for Cancer Patient Caregivers will be held weekly, Mar. - Apr., 5 to 6:30 p.m., In-Person at the Family Resource Center, 4145 Sam Steel Way, 200 Cervantes C-100. Or online via Zoom.
Caring for a loved one with cancer can be emotionally and physically overwhelming - and you don’t have to do it alone. Offered to adult caregivers, a confidential space to connect, reflect, and learn coping strategies to support their own wellbeing.
Schedule:
- In-Person | Mar. 12 to Apr. 2
- Virtual | Mar. 16 to Apr. 13
This is not a drop-in support group. A brief intake/screening is required prior to joining and space is limited. Facilitated by a Marriage and Family Therapy intern and supervised by a licensed practitioner.
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
The first session in the Research on Healthcare Webinar Series will be held Mar. 13, 1 to 2:15 p.m., online via Zoom.
Dr. India Ornelas, University of Washington, will share about her research with Latino and Navajo communities regarding cancer health disparities. Online registration available!
Schedule: Apr. 10 and 24; May 8
The 575 Food Fights will be held Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
The culinary bracket style competition is back! Join us this Spring as local chefs, bakers, restaurant professionals, culinary, and hospitality students compete in a head-to-head secret ingredient battles!
Enjoy complimentary snacks with the purchase of any beverage.
The Specialty Crop & Pesticide Applicator Workshops will be held Mar. 16, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Road.
Event is a collaborative effort by Extension Plant Sciences and the Doña Ana County Extension Office. Online registration available! Fee is $15 for Specialty Crop and $50 for Pesticide by Mar. 15.
The EASNR (Extension Animal Science and Natural Resources) County Agent Training will be held Mar. 23 - 24, 12 to 4 p.m., Corona Range and Livestock Research Center.
Join the specialist of the department for county agent training. Online registration available!
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
The INFEWS Workshop will be held Mar. 26, 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Leyendecker Plant Science Research Center, 7200 Plant Science Circle.
Plant Science Specialists will be conducting this event to provide Extension Agent training in key topics of interest for clientele in NM. Online registration available!
The Spring Brunch will be held Mar. 28, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Cafe, Gerald Thomas Hall.
Join us for brunch with mimosa, blood marys, and a delicious buffet. Cost is $40 per person and tickets must be purchased in advance. Reservations are recommended.
The Create A Business in NM workshop will be held Mar. 30, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., in-person at Gerald Thomas Hall, Room 338 or online via Zoom.
An introductory and Free workshop, designed for new and aspiring NM entrepreneurs, where a practical roadmap to navigating the legal, financial, and regulatory landscape will be provided. Online registration available!
The Gardening Made Simple Workshop will be held, every other Tuesday, Mar. 31 - May 26, 12 to 2 p.m., Socorro County Annex Building, 198 Neel Avenue.
Workshops are to guide beginning gardeners through the gardening process from start to finish. Online registration available!
Schedule: Mar. 31; Apr. 14 & 28; May 12 & 26
The Flower and Plant Sale will be held Apr. 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Skeen Hall Rotunda, 945 College Drive.
Please stop by and support our team! Funds are used for competition. Accepting cash or check payments only!
The Chile Chats will be held Apr. - Dec., 10 to 11:30 a.m., Fabian García Research Center, 113 West University Avenue. Or online via Zoom - Meeting ID: 842 9079 5154.
Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about and discussing chile pepper production.
Schedule: May 6; June 3; July 1; Aug. 5; Sep. 2; Oct. 7; Nov. 4; Dec. 2
The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
Please join us for a special beverage presentation Apr. 2, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bobby Lee Lawrence Academy of Wine, Gerald Thomas Hall, Room 140.
Mark Burden and Southern Glazers will present wines from Southern Italy and Sicily along with paired appetizers. Cost is $40 per person and tickets must be purchased in advance. Reservations are recommended.
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
Join us for The Adjustment Project (TAP) Series one Friday each month from 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, or non-alcoholic beverages. Complimentary appetizers available with beverage purchase. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.
The Flower and Plant Sale will be held Apr. 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Skeen Hall Rotunda, 945 College Drive.
Please stop by and support our team! Funds are used for competition. Accepting cash or check payments only!
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
The Spring Plant Sale will be held Apr. 16 - 17, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fabian Garcia Research Center, 13 West University Avenue.
Get a head start on your home garden or small farm with our exclusive Pre-Order Sale, featuring a sizzling selection of peppers, tomatoes, herbs, flowers, and squash! Supports student experience with chile pepper research and education.
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
The ACES Open House will be held Apr. 25, 9 a.m. to Noon, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive.
Explore amazing museums, animal exhibits, and science laboratories, while enjoying fun, hands-on activities. Free admission and fun for the whole family!
The ALIRT Conference will be held Apr. 28 - 30, Socorro Convention Center, 1220 Hwy 60 West.
Training includes situational awareness regarding livestock disease, emergency response drills, movement challenges, etc. by invitation only! Online registration available! Deadline: Apr. 14.
The Flower and Plant Sale will be held Apr. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Skeen Hall Rotunda, 945 College Drive.
Please stop by and support our team! Funds are used for competition. Accepting cash or check payments only!
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
Join us on Apr. 30, 5:30 p.m., Hotel Encanto, 705 South Telshor Blvd, for a very special celebration.
Featuring special guest chefs from Heritage Hotels! Starting with a reception with specialty cocktails and appetizers. Followed by dinner service at 6:30 p.m., where our talented team of chefs will prepare a five-course meal with specially selected wine pairings. The night to remember costs $140 per person or $1,300 for a table of 10. Tickets available online via NMSU Foundation or at the SHRTM Office.
The Westside Bistro Lunches will be held Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. Closed Mar. 18, 20, and Apr. 3 for Spring Holidays!
The Flower and Plant Sale will be held May 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Skeen Hall Rotunda, 945 College Drive.
Please stop by and support our team! Funds are used for competition. Accepting cash or check payments only!
Join us for The Adjustment Project (TAP) Series one Friday each month from 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.
A great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, or non-alcoholic beverages. Complimentary appetizers available with beverage purchase. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.
The Southern Regional Livestock School will be held June 3 - 5, Socorro County Fairgrounds Fairgrounds Road.
An educational event designed to teach youth about all things showing livestock. Online registration available! Fees are $150 for youth; payable with a credit card or mailing a check. Meals plans for adults and kids available. Deadline: Apr. 30 at 5 p.m.