Community Calendar
Our calendar highlights local events for Otero County residents. Do you know of an event that’s missing from our calendar? Let us know! Also, see what’s happening for kids and families on our Kids Calendar.
Events in August 2025
August 1, 2025 (4 events)
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July 28, 2025 – August 1, 2025
5 yrs - 6th grade (12 years)
Both indoor & outdoor activities
FREE!!!
For more info email nhccofficenm@gmail.com or call 575-446-9500.
To register your child scan the QR code on the flyer or go to vbspro.events/p/31581c
New Heart Cowboy Church–
August 1, 2025100% Otero Office–
August 1, 2025
Michael Nivison LibraryFREE!
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August 1, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 2, 2025 (2 events)
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August 2, 2025
Washington Park–
August 2, 2025
Washington ParkAugust 4, 2025 (2 events)
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August 4, 2025https://zoom.us/j/98075490620?pwd=stER8dALV4aci1eSLZk5Rj8a5vAbeY.1
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August 4, 2025
Alamo Senior CenterPlease arrive 20 minutes early for registration or call 575-439-4150
Check or Cash ( exact cash is helpful)
$20 for AARP members, $25 for non-membersAugust 5, 2025 (1 event)
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August 5, 2025
The Acting Lab is a laid-back meet-up for amateur actors to perform, have fun, and help each other improve. Whether it’s a scene, a monologue, or some improv, everyone gets a chance to jump in and try things out. After each performance, the group shares honest, supportive feedback so we can all learn and grow together. It’s a great way to practice, connect, and build confidence in a relaxed, creative space.
CREOarts.LiveAugust 6, 2025 (2 events)
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August 6, 2025Delores C. Wright Community Center–
August 6, 2025
This ECHO program seeks to support healthcare workers and allies in their capacity to treat and support youth experiencing mental health challenges, providing education on psychiatric assessment, diagnoses, behavioral/psychotherapeutic interventions, integrative approaches, medication management, and navigating behavioral health referrals and systems.
August 7, 2025 (4 events)
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August 7, 2025Join us as we work on our prereading skills and have some fun with stories and a craft! We do the same thing each week on both Wednesday and Thursday, so pick the day that works best for you that week. No charge, and no registration required!
Every Tuesday and Wednesday (except school holidays.)
Alamogordo Public Library–
August 7, 2025
What is a Day of Hope?
A Day of Hope is an outreach event providing goods or services to people experiencing housing insecurity and/or hard times. We aim to show our neighbors-in-need kindness and compassion as well as tangible solutions for improved stability.Mescalero Community CenterFOR VENDORS: Table/Booth Registration
You are invited to register a table or booth for any or all of the Days of Hope events. Please be prepared to provide your own tables & chairsThe registration link is only for vendors, this is a FREE event and you do not need to register if you plan to attend this event.
Register Here–
August 7, 2025
Come and check out our featured weekly game or play some of your favorite board games every Monday night at the ARC!
Alamogordo Recreation Center–
August 7, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 8, 2025 (2 events)
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August 8, 2025
Michael Nivison LibraryFREE!
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August 8, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 9, 2025 (2 events)
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August 9, 2025
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August 9, 2025
Washington ParkAugust 12, 2025 (1 event)
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August 12, 2025
Karaoke Lab isn’t your typical sing-and-sit-down kind of night. Here, each performer gets a dedicated 10–15 minute time slot to take the stage, sing their heart out, and then receive thoughtful, constructive feedback to help improve their performance. Whether you're looking to boost your stage presence, fine-tune your vocals, or just grow more confident behind the mic, Karaoke Lab is a fun, supportive space to level up your karaoke game.
CREOarts.LiveAugust 13, 2025 (3 events)
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August 13, 2025Join us to learn about and meet transportation needs in our community.
Zia Therapy Center–
August 13, 2025
Discover how to honor the hopes, dreams, and wishes of young children and their families, guiding them toward achievable goals with culturally rich, community-centered strategies in this inspiring training for early childhood professionals.
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August 13, 2025The library Advisory Board meets each month. The meetings are open to the public.
Alamogordo Public LibraryAugust 14, 2025 (5 events)
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August 14, 2025–
August 14, 2025Join us as we work on our prereading skills and have some fun with stories and a craft! We do the same thing each week on both Wednesday and Thursday, so pick the day that works best for you that week. No charge, and no registration required!
Every Tuesday and Wednesday (except school holidays.)
Alamogordo Public Library–
August 14, 2025
In our upcoming session, you’ll discover:
📘 How to budget smarter
🏦 How to save for big goals
📉 How to tackle debt and improve credit
🏡 How to prepare for future homeownership–
August 14, 2025
Come and check out our featured weekly game or play some of your favorite board games every Monday night at the ARC!
Alamogordo Recreation Center–
August 14, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 15, 2025 (2 events)
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August 15, 2025
Michael Nivison LibraryFREE!
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August 15, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 16, 2025 (3 events)
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August 16, 2025Let's come together for discussion about youth mental health needs and how to strengthen local service networks. The event will include a keynote presentation with CME/CEU.
This 4-hour event is for professionals working in healthcare, behavioral health, tribal services, schools, and allied health, as well as parents/caregivers and other stakeholders interested in promoting the well-being of children and youth in east and southeast New Mexico.
Hosted by NM-ABC, a joint partnership of the UNM Center for Development and Disability and the NM Department of Health.
ENMU - ITC CommonsSummit registration
Register Here
This registration saves you a seat and one (1) lunch at the summit.
Note: each person will need a separate registration in order to join us for lunch.–
August 16, 2025
Washington Park–
August 16, 2025
CoLab Initiative presents Widening Our “Window of Tolerance” Workshop
Discover Dan Siegel’s neuroscience-based model that helps us understand how we function optimally in our roles—and how to manage when heightened emotions begin to have a negative impact. This workshop will offer practical strategies for maintaining mental health and wellbeing during stressful times.📅 Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch Provided
📍 Location:
CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico
2669 North Scenic Drive
Building K
Alamogordo, NM 88310💡 What to Expect:
Unpacking the “Window of Tolerance” model and how to apply it in daily practice
Hands-on arts activities designed to uncover new understanding and promote reflection
A network of support with fellow early childhood community members
4.0 Early Childhood Training Hours toward your professional developmentCHRISTUS Southern New Mexico👥 Open to the First 40 Attendees
Register Here
🗓️ Registration Deadline: August 4, 2025August 18, 2025 (1 event)
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August 18, 2025https://zoom.us/j/99099057000?pwd=ZEBK0zj9DTlmb4dtTwHD7LMcnEDj5Y.1
August 19, 2025 (3 events)
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August 19, 2025
Base Access Required
Seeking military-connected homeschoolers to join the Holloman School Liaison and Youth Sports Director for this monthly event! The focus is PE time, but includes an educational or informational component. No registration or sign up needed.
Holloman Teen & Youth Center–
August 19, 2025This course will illustrate the connection between trauma and its impact on regulation, relationship and academic, social, and behavioral struggles, all while working towards a better understanding of what influences behavior and what behavior is communicating. With better understanding comes a better response, one that supports healing, facilitates connection and builds resilience. This course will offer a working definition of trauma and will explore a simple antidote to the trauma response that is surprisingly at the fingertips of anyone at any time. This experience gives participants the opportunity to put on a trauma sensitive lens and explore the “trauma goggles,” to deepen understanding of the impact of trauma on the mind, body, and soul. A practical overview of basic brain function and impact of trauma on the brain’s organization, function, and structure, especially the stress response system. This course incorporates current research and perspectives from neuroscience, including the work of Dr. Bruce Perry, Dr.Besse van der Kolk, as well as numerous other sources.
*Training Dates:
-May 20th (1-5pm)
-June 24th (1-3pm)
-July 22nd (1-3pm)
-August 19th (1-3pm)*Before registering please note:
Attendance for all sessions is required. This is cohort 2 of 3. Additional training dates will be available for Fall 2025. It is encouraged to apply for either this training or the Trauma Responsive Care training, not both, due to the time commitments.Donna Lucero, MA, LPCC, NCC,IMH-E
Donna has well over 30 years of experience working with and for kids & families who have
experienced trauma, mental health issues, poverty & adversity. As well as extensive experience providing professional development/training to over 10,000participants in various trainings, conferences and workshops.–
August 19, 2025
The Acting Lab is a laid-back meet-up for amateur actors to perform, have fun, and help each other improve. Whether it’s a scene, a monologue, or some improv, everyone gets a chance to jump in and try things out. After each performance, the group shares honest, supportive feedback so we can all learn and grow together. It’s a great way to practice, connect, and build confidence in a relaxed, creative space.
CREOarts.LiveAugust 20, 2025 (2 events)
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August 20, 2025A Virtual Event, Hosted on Zoom
Our goal is to connect, learn from each other, and explore areas of alignment and potential collaboration to enhance our capacity to serve communities more effectively.
Join the quarterly Community Collaborative Forum to learn from your local communities statewide through County and Tribal Health Councils, Local Behavioral Health Collaboratives, and Early Childhood Coalitions. Together, we will explore ways to collaborate for a healthy and thriving New Mexico.
This upcoming August 20th forum will provide a valuable opportunity for us to:
Learn about community health priorities and social determinants of health
Learn more about your local communities through these critical coalitions, County & Tribal Health Councils, Early Childhood Education Coalition and Behavioral Health Collaboratives and other key public health partners
Breakdown silos and explore alignments for potential collaborations
Utilize Break-Out session to identify innovative and collaborative solutions to maximize your capacity and resources for serving communities more effectively
Foster stronger relationships and cross-sectoral partnerships in service of communities across the state
We believe that by working together, we can achieve greater outcomes and make a meaningful and significant difference in the lives of those we serve.Please register today and share this registration form with your network and community members.
With much appreciation for all you do,
The NM Alliance of Health Councils Team and the CCF Planning Committee
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August 20, 2025
This ECHO program seeks to support healthcare workers and allies in their capacity to treat and support youth experiencing mental health challenges, providing education on psychiatric assessment, diagnoses, behavioral/psychotherapeutic interventions, integrative approaches, medication management, and navigating behavioral health referrals and systems.
August 21, 2025 (3 events)
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August 21, 2025Join us as we work on our prereading skills and have some fun with stories and a craft! We do the same thing each week on both Wednesday and Thursday, so pick the day that works best for you that week. No charge, and no registration required!
Every Tuesday and Wednesday (except school holidays.)
Alamogordo Public Library–
August 21, 2025
Come and check out our featured weekly game or play some of your favorite board games every Monday night at the ARC!
Alamogordo Recreation Center–
August 21, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 22, 2025 (2 events)
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August 22, 2025
Michael Nivison LibraryFREE!
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August 22, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 23, 2025 (4 events)
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August 23, 2025
Radium Springs Community CenterRegistration is required
Cost: $45 per person–
August 23, 2025
Washington Park–
August 23, 2025
The Counseling Center–
August 23, 2025
The Tea ShedFor inquiries contact: Cambri Syling 575-921-5032
August 26, 2025 (1 event)
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August 26, 2025
Karaoke Lab isn’t your typical sing-and-sit-down kind of night. Here, each performer gets a dedicated 10–15 minute time slot to take the stage, sing their heart out, and then receive thoughtful, constructive feedback to help improve their performance. Whether you're looking to boost your stage presence, fine-tune your vocals, or just grow more confident behind the mic, Karaoke Lab is a fun, supportive space to level up your karaoke game.
CREOarts.LiveAugust 27, 2025 (1 event)
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August 27, 2025A community public service presented by the State Bar of New Mexico. Consumer Debt/Bankruptcy Workshop
Repossessions, foreclosures, collection issues and bankruptcyEach workshop includes:
Presentation by a volunteer attorney
Open question and answer period
One-on-one consultation with an attorneyDates for 2025
January 22
February 26
March 26
April 23
May 28
June 18
July 23
August 27
September 24
October 22
December 10Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Virtual
To register, call 505-797-6094.
For more information, call 505-797-6000.If you require special accommodations, please call two weeks prior to the date of the workshop to make arrangements.
August 28, 2025 (4 events)
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August 28, 2025Join us as we work on our prereading skills and have some fun with stories and a craft! We do the same thing each week on both Wednesday and Thursday, so pick the day that works best for you that week. No charge, and no registration required!
Every Tuesday and Wednesday (except school holidays.)
Alamogordo Public Library–
August 28, 2025
To apply online scan the QR code. To submit an application over the phone call 1-877-266-9861. The application for this Teleclinic is only available from July 15th through July 31st 2025.
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August 28, 2025
Come and check out our featured weekly game or play some of your favorite board games every Monday night at the ARC!
Alamogordo Recreation Center–
August 28, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 29, 2025 (2 events)
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August 29, 2025
Michael Nivison LibraryFREE!
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August 29, 2025
CREOarts.LiveAugust 30, 2025 (1 event)
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August 30, 2025
Washington Park