Good morning, Las Cruces.

Tickets are on sale for the MLK Day Brunch on Monday, Jan.

19 at the Las Cruces Convention Center; tickets cost $50 and doors open at 10:30 a.m. NAACP-DAC also hosts free Conversations with Legislators on Saturday, Jan. 17 at Hotel Encanto + the event honors Dr. King's legacy.

Today, the Boys & Girls Club received a $1.5 million donation from Project Jupiter to fund a new facility at 1005 El Paseo Road that will triple its capacity — expanding service from 100 to over 300 youth daily at the Doña Ana Board meeting.

Cruces Creatives, a nonprofit maker space in the community, offers hands-on classes on woodshop tools, 3D printing, and stained-glass workshops plus a crochet club that fosters community connections.

Locals can explore creative projects that boost both skills and social bonds.

Local filmmakers can compete in a short film contest celebrating agriculture and ranching heritage with a kickoff event on Wednesday, Jan.

14 from 4-6 p.m. at the Museum at 4100 Dripping Springs Road — early submission fees are due by Feb. 2 and winners will be honored on March 6.

Walt Rubel adopted a calm dog (named Winston initially, but later dubbed Godzilla) at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley last week and remembered Joe Roach (a beloved community radio guest) who died on Christmas Day.

At Field of Dreams on Jan.

3, 762 runners competed in the State 47 race with 196 from Las Cruces. Winners were Paul Lefrancois (men) and Jess Petersen (women) — organizer Shane Asbury hopes next year sees 1,000 runners.

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs. New Mexico State Aggies Basketball Game

6-7:30 p.m. — Pan American Center — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy an exciting NCAA basketball showdown with your local favorite teams.

New Mexico Produced Water Research Consortium Annual Review

3:00 PM - 11:30 PM — Las Cruces, NM — Free entry — Engage with experts in produced water management while exploring sustainable practices and innovations.

Lotería Game Night

5-7:15 p.m. — Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of Lotería with prizes and good vibes.

Super 5 Sunday Road Race

8:30-11 a.m. — Centennial High School — Registration fee required — Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday with a fun-filled race event featuring 1 Mile, 5K, and 5 Mile options.