Here is a summary of some cultural and social events in the borderland in the coming week.
Chihuahuas “bark in the park”
El Paso baseball fans and their dogs are invited to “Bark at the Park” when the El Paso Chihuahuas host the Reno Aces at Southwest University Park on Sunday, August 18 at 6:05 p.m. The “Bark at the Park” event allows fans to bring their dogs as long as they have current proof of vaccinations. Children ages 12 and younger can also participate in post-game activities, including running the bases, and there will be a special $5 meal deal. Information and tickets: milb.com.
Tour de Tolerance of the Holocaust Museum
The El Paso Holocaust Museum is hosting its 19th annual Tour de Tolerance, beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 18 at Santa Teresa High School, 100 Airport Road in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Events include a 50K bike ride, 5K run/walk, 1-mile family walk and 1-mile dog walk. The event is designed to unite participants against hate and injustice, with all proceeds benefiting the museum’s mission to combat prejudice and intolerance through education. Participants can register online through Friday, August 16, or in person at packet pickup at the museum on August 16 and 17. Information and registration: runsignup.com/tourdetolerance.
“Historian Studio” at the El Paso Museum of History
The El Paso Museum of History will host the opening session of its new discussion series, “Historian Studio: Memories of MAYA,” on Wednesday, August 14 at 5:30 p.m. The free event, led by historian and community activist Miguel Juarez, brings together members of the Mexican American Youth Association (MAYA) to talk about their history, projects and contributions to the El Paso community. The series is modeled after the “Actors Studio” talk show and aims to capture community voices through informal interviews. The event also coincides with the upcoming unveiling of a mural by local artist Jesus “Cimi” Alvarado in Armijo Park on August 24. Information: epmuseumofhistory.org.
El Paso Pro-Musica “Summer Festival”
El Paso Pro-Musica will kick off its 2024-2025 season with “Summerfest,” featuring fiddle duo Mark and Maggie O’Connor. The event, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 17, at Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall on the campus of the University of Texas at El Paso, will feature a mix of bluegrass, country, jazz and classical music. Information and tickets: elpasopromusica.org.
“Puente Libre” exhibition at the El Paso Museum of Art
The El Paso Museum of Art will host an opening reception for its newest exhibition, “Puente Libre,” a collection of works by artist Francisco Delgado, on Friday, August 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibition runs from August 16 through January 8, 2025. Delgado, a recipient of the Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs Cultural Grant Program, uses the collection to explore cultural identity on the U.S.-Mexico border. The exhibition is part of the Artist Incubator Program, which supports local artists in creating new work in a variety of disciplines. Admission is free. Information: epma.art.
