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Las Cruces Public Libraries Launch Monthly Board Game Day at Branigan Memorial Library

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Published on April 08, 2025
Las Cruces Public Libraries Launch Monthly Board Game Day at Branigan Memorial LibrarySource: City of Las Cruces

In Las Cruces, community members are invited to a new monthly gathering that hinges on strategy, competition, and potentially, the toppling of cardboard dynasties. The Las Cruces Public Libraries announced the launch of Board Game Day, set to take place every third Sunday at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. According to the City of Las Cruces, the inaugural event will kick off on April 13 from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

The library, located at 200 E. Picacho Ave., which is conveniently on Roadrunner Route 1, offers a selection of games, although participants are also encouraged to bring their own favorites. Accessibility is a cornerstone of the event, and individuals requiring special accommodations for disabilities can reach out to the library by phone calling (575) 528-4102 or TTY 711 at least 48 hours in advance for ensuring participation.

Amidst the forward-looking cultural news, the city confronts a reminder of the tenacity of urban decay, as a vacant building on W Hadley Avenue recently succumbed to fire. The structure, long devoid of occupants, now bears the additional weight of char and ash. The fire department's response and eventual extinguishment serve as a stark contrast to the community-building efforts heralded by Branigan Library's new event offering.