Evelyn Bruder’s Dream Team blog

Any Las Cruces native or resident will tell you that if there’s any football game to see, it’s Mayfield versus Las Cruces High. For nearly 30 years, the two high schools were the only secondary education schools in the city, and as a result, a deep-rooted rivalry was born. Even with the arrival of Onate [...]

Just yesterday I was informed of an upcoming event here in Las Cruces: The US Army Field Band is performing at the Las Cruces High School Gymnasium on Thursday, October 15th, at 7pm. I’ve never had the opportunity to hear the President’s Field Band perform live before, only the Marine Corps Band a few years [...]

You might remember this blog, in which I talked about Hollywood coming to New Mexico and what it means for our state. Today, it was very clear that Hollywood had come to Las Cruces; in fact, it closed down a major highway about a mile from my house. I remember reading about it in the [...]

This past weekend we headed out into the blazing sunshine to enjoy the Whole Enchilada Festival. As always, Las Crucens came out by the hundreds for the parade, the carnival, the shopping, and most importantly, the food. Tent after tent after tent emitted delicious scents, serving up everything from enchiladas to smoked turkey legs to [...]

Around this time every year, Las Cruces hosts a unique and tasty event: the Whole Enchilada Festival! This event is a celebration of the culture, history, and food of New Mexico, offering a range of entertainment and festivities for the whole family to enjoy. This year, the event takes place in September on Friday the [...]

It was a good morning to be from Las Cruces, NM. There were things to do and places to see. The excitement began the night before when my wife and I discussed the possibility of taking our young Daughters, Kendra (8) and Kayla (7) to White Sands National Monument for the mass ascension of the [...]

Whether you’re a football fan or not, there’s something fun and exciting about old rivalries coming together to face off. Harvard vs. Yale, Texas vs. Texas A&M, Ohio State vs. Michigan… The list goes on of famous college battles that result in big new stories and historical followings. I don’t follow sports much, except for [...]

I’m sure you have seen the countless “best places to live in America” articles on sites like MSN, Money.com, and so on. Occasionally I’ll click and read, but so often those big top ten lists overlook the fantastic, smaller cities and towns that could be the ideal location for any person or family. If you’re [...]

Over the course of the last five years, the government of New Mexico has been working hard to draw attention to the growing film and television opportunities in our state. Incredible tax breaks and incentives, new sound stages, and a sprawling landscape that encompasses almost every side of nature are just a few of the [...]

I had an errand to do today that took me downtown. Being a Real Estate Agent, I thought that I would take a few minutes to visit some sights and neighborhoods in the area. “A busman’s holiday” (That’s for those of you old enough to remember that expression.) I’ve lived in Las Cruces for 35 [...]

The 4th of July is an exceptionally important day of the year as it marks our nation’s birth and independence. Across the country citizens step out to celebrate this occasion and the people of Las Cruces are no different. The City of Las Cruces will be hosting multiple events on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, [...]

There is a lot happening this Memorial Day Weekend, and a lot more things are going to happen in the next few weeks. We are proud to live in Las Cruces. I thought that I would take a few moments to let you know what is happening this weekend and what is to come. May [...]

Cinco de Mayo, which means “The 5th of May” in Spanish, is a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. It is not, however, Mexico’s Independence day, a common misconception, which is actually the 16th of September (Dieciséis de Septiembre). The History behind Cinco De Mayo is that On May 5th, 1862 is that the Mexican [...]

CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW TO SEE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FESTIVAL This was the largest attendance ever for The Wine, Blues, and Jazz Festival this past weekend. The La Vina Winery has been doing wine harvest festivals for over 25 years. The spring Jazz and Blues festival has been an annual event for the past [...]

Think there is nothing to do in Las Cruces? You need to check this out. This weekend is really special. The 2009 La Viña Winery Blues and Jazz Festival Saturday & Sunday, April 25th & 26th, 2009 Noon to 7:00PM 2009 La Vina Winery Annual Blues and Jazz Festival 4201 S. Highway 28 La Union, [...]