Las Vegas, N.M. – New Mexico Highlands University kicks off its National Endowment for the Arts Big Read program Feb. 7 at 5 p.m. The program aims to foster a love of reading in Las Vegas.

The Big Read kick-off features a performance by legendary Las Vegas cowboy sculptor and poet Duke Sundt at the Highlands Student Center Ballroom, 800 National Ave., from 5 to 7 p.m. Highlands President Sam Minner will welcome the community, and there will be refreshments and cowboy-themed activities.