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Events and Screenings
September, 2026
September 30 at 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (FREE)
NMPBS is excited to share our latest lesson plan collection with middle and high school educators!
The Challenging Stereotypes of Native American Culture LearningMedia collection uses excerpts from the “Imagining the Indian: The Fight Against Native American Mascoting” to prompt all students to think about and explore how stories and language about Native Americans shape how they see themselves and how they understand their place in the world.
We look forward to your questions and expertise during this timely conversation.
October, 2026
October 13 at 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. (FREE)
Join NMPBS for an intimate evening with acclaimed author Virginia Eubanks as she reads from her memoir, A Guide to Open Water Lifesaving: Lessons on Love, Care, and Survival. NMPBS’ Andrea Quijada will sit down with Virginia for a conversation about love, family, and caregiving, and how Virginia’s own experiences connect to the themes explored in the PBS documentary Caregiving.
Come for a meaningful conversation about what it means to care for—and be cared for by—the people we love.
Dinner and a special bookmark are included!
November, 2026
November 5 starting at 7 p.m. ($55 for Individual Ticket & Book)
Join NMPBS on Thursday, November 5 at 7 pm, for an inspiring evening with Pati Jinich—James Beard Award-winning chef, Emmy-nominated television host, and one of the leading ambassadors of Mexican cuisine in the United States.
Best known for her acclaimed PBS series Pati's Mexican Table, La Frontera with Pati Jinich and Pati Jinich Explores PanAmericana, Pati has dedicated her career to sharing the richness of Mexico's culinary traditions and cultural heritage with audiences around the world. During this special event, she will present an episode of Pati Jinich Explores PanAmericana with scenes shot in New Mexico, plus discuss her latest book - including the stories, experiences, and flavors that inspire her - with a panel of guests from the show and community.
In addition to the screening, conversation and a Q&A with the audience, a signed copy of Pati’s latest book, FOODS OF LA FRONTERA is included in the ticket price.
Individual Ticket + Book: $55 (General Admission for 1 Person + Book)
Optional Add on Bring a Friend: $25
- Does not include Book
- General Admission Entrance to venue for Friend
- limit one per order
Doors at 6:30 pm. Show starts at 7 pm.
No refunds on event tickets unless otherwise stated. Exchanges based on availability.
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