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Love live music and live radio? Join us for a live and on air radio show at the Hearth on Swan. Doors open at 1:30 and we're on air at 2. This will be a recurring event on the second Sunday of the month. Thanks to our sponsors Otter Chaos and The Gila Community Foundation.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/a-desert-home-companion-live-radio-hour-december-14-2025

Want to be on future shows? Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025

Free Holiday Concert - The Grant County Community Concert Association presents the 1st Armored Division Band 

The 1st Armored Division Band is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Stationed at Fort Bliss outside El Paso, "Old Ironsides" traces its heritage from 1943, when it was activated in the early days of World War II. 

Full press release 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/gc-community-concert-association-1st-armored-division-band-december-14-2025

Silver City Mayor Ken Ladner and special guest Mayor-Elect Simon Wheaton-Smith would like to invite your input, ideas and inspirations toward making our town even better than it already is.

Mayor Ladner's final Monday Meeting With The Mayor" will be December 15th. in the J. Cloyd Miller Library Forum Area at Western New Mexico University anytime between 9:00AM to Noon. 

All are invited to stop by anytime between 9:00 AM to Noon and share  your insights and ideas with Mayor Ladner and Mayor-Elect Simon Wheaton-Smith.

And, enjoy a drink or cup of coffee, compliments of WNMU.

Silver Consolidated School Board of Education Work Session Meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2025 beginning at 2:00 p.m. and will be followed by the Regular Board Meeting at 2:30 p.m. in the Board Room of SCS Admin Building 2810 N. Swan St., Silver City, NM 88061, and Streamed live on Facebook at: https://wwfacebook.com/SilverCitySchls/,  for the transaction of the following business: approval of minutes and agenda; information/presentations/reports; action items-approval of the consent agenda;

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/community/legals/silver-consolidated-school-board-of-education-work-session-and-board-meeting-december-15-2025

Classic Gentle Yoga

This class consists of yoga poses for posture improvement, flexibility and mental and physical relaxation. Suitable for all ages. Bring your mat and any props you use. Led by Colleen Stinar, a yoga instructor for decades with training from many traditions. Cost: $5 per class.

609 N Arizona Street, the Church of Harmony (Arizonia between 6th and 7th Streets) Silver City, NM 88061

Grant County Soil and Water Conservation Districts monthly board meeting.  See agenda

meeting.https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/grant-county-soil-and-water-conservation-districts-december-15-2025 

Please join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and social time for babies! Baby time is geared towards ages 0-24 months along with their caregivers. To learn more, visit silvercitypubliclibrary.org or call 575-538-3672.

Wednesdays, 10:00am

Come for stories, songs, and more geared to ages 0-5 and their caregivers! Special thanks to our wonderful talented storytime volunteers! To learn more, visit www.silvercitypubliclibrary.org  or call 575-538-3672.

Playing Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon at the Toad. We will be happy to teach anyone.  We do not play for money.  Just for the fun of it.  Everyone is welcome.

The Gila Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees will convene in a Special Meeting  and will take place in the Board Room at Gila Regional Medical Center located at 1313 E. 32nd Street. The Board of Trustees will immediately enter into a closed Executive Session to discuss strategic long range and business planning. The Board will reconvene in open session to approve the agenda items pursuant to the New Mexico Open Meetings Act Section 10-15-1(H)(9) Strategic & Long Range Business Planning.

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/community/legals/gila-regional-medical-center-board-of-trustees-special-meeting-december-17-2025

Silver City TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensible) NM 0288 is a support group  meets Wednesdays at the American Legion building 409 W College Ave.   Weigh in is from 4:15-4:30 p.m. and the meeting/program from 4:30-5:15 p.m. We will not be meeting December 24, 2025 or December 31, 2025.  For more information call Judith at 505-934-1339. 

The public is invited to attend. Action items on the agenda are: Call to Order - Approval of Agenda - Public Input - Approval of Minutes  November 19th, 2025 Regular Meeting  - December 8th, 2025 Site Visit  - Staff Reports -Introduction of new Community Development Director - Committee Reports - Old Business

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/community/legals/trails-and-open-space-committee-regular-meeting-december-17-2025 

The agenda for the meeting may be altered up to seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting. If you are an individual with a disability, who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting, please contact Alan Berg at (575) 654-0391 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  at least one week prior to the meeting. An agenda may be obtained 72 hours prior to the meeting by calling Alan or from the Board Meetings tab of the TWWA website: https://tyronewater.org. 

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/community/legals/tyrone-water-wastewater-association-meeting-december-17-2025

Southwest Regional Transportation Planning Organization (SWRTPO)

Location: Online  - Join via Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87690956754 

Representation is requested from all municipal, county and tribal governments within Catron, Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna Counties. Copies of the agenda may be obtained by contacting staff at the Southwest New Mexico Council of Governments, P.O. Box 2157, Silver City, NM 88062 or by calling (575) 388-1509, seventy-two hours prior to the meeting. This meeting is open and the public is invited.

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/community/legals/a-swrtpo-technical-advisory-committee-meeting-december-18-2025

Alzheimer's Caregivers' Support Group at Cross Point Church on Thursday, October 23rd is changing to 6-7pm.

October meeting  Sophia, from Amber Care, will talk about Hospice services,  what is offered and what is not.

Also, a head's up about the meetings for November and December.  The 4th Thursday of both months fall on Thanksgiving and Christmas.  Those months we will meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month, at 6pm.  Questions?  Call Linda Brake at 575-590-1499.

Reoccurring 'Open Mic' - Musicians and Performers of all kinds welcome. Improv, Comedy, Song and Dance, Juggling –Showcase your talent and share what you got on the Zócalo Stage. We love to see you Shine! 15-minute spots. Must Sign Up in Person 

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-december-events-with-some-november

Silver City Poetic Outlaws is a recurring open mic event focused on the spoken word.  Poetry, readings from stories and books, monologue, improv...all forms of spoken word are welcome.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-december-events-with-some-november

Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025

The 2025 Grant County Toys for Tots campaign is underway!  As always, Toys for Tots remains committed to its promise to bring each child that may be experiencing his or her own troubles the joy and hope of Christmas. 

If you live in Grant County and need to request a toy for your child, please go to www.silvercity-nm.toysfortots.org  and click on the "request a toy" pull down menu then enter your information. ALL applications must be submitted online.

We will be accepting applications through Friday, December 5.  Toy distribution will be at the Santa Clara Armory on Saturday, December 20.  No walk-ins will be taken.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/grant-county-campaign-oftoys-for-tots-is-underway

Just Before Dark  - Join us for our 3rd Annual Luminarias Lighting. Last year we lit over 300 Luminarias. This year we are hoping to add to the tradition! If you would like to help light the night - let us know!

Whether from northern or southern New Mexico – the tradition of lights is a beautiful one. Join us for the Community Lighting and walk through a Labyrinth of Luminarias. 

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-december-events-with-some-november

Weekly, year-round, swap meet-style market, held inside and outside a large hangar in Mimbres.  Vendors can call Valerie at 520-678-8577 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  to reserve a space.  Outside: $10, Inside: $15. Food, baked goods, cold drinks and shaded outdoor eating area. 

An ongoing New-to-You Sale to help fund the Mercado, with something for everyone, will also take place in the hangar.  The Mimbres Mercado is a project of the Mimbres Food & Agriculture Co-op.  Weekly Mercado Update at Mimbres Food on Facebook.  Big Hangar at the Mimbres Marketplace,

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/saturday-morning-market-in-mimbres-weekly

Avalon Books and Music is hosting award-winning local author Colleen Jiron for a 3-Book Launch, Reading and Signing, with the theme of "A little magic goes a long way." Come join us for discounts and goodies at 810 N. Bullard in Silver City! Contact Emily Aversa at Avalon for details."

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/gila-valley-library-events-and-christmas-parade

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/gila-valley-library-events-and-christmas-parade

Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025

See poster for schedule

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/gila-valley-library-events-and-christmas-parade

Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025

Gillian Sherwood will present a brief history and context for the spiritual classic "A Course in Miracles" and share her own experience and insights with the self-study course. "A Course in Miracles" emphasizes an awakening to the constant and eternal presence of love through forgiveness, self-awareness and truth. The presentation will include discussion about the three parts of the Course including the text, the daily lessons and the teacher's manual. 

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/unitarian-universalist-fellowship-a-course-in-miracles

As tribes have always done at winter solstice, come celebrate the themes of REBIRTH, LIGHT, and CELEBRATION. Let's set the intentions of Harmony, Acceptance, Unity, Joy, Compassion, Love and Appreciation for all beings of our planet.

Bring a friend, a chair, rattles, crystal bowls, didgeridoos, bells, flutes, drums, or any other favorite instrument!

Host: Beatriz Giraldo and friends This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  (575) 654-6307

We invite Everyone in the community to "Join the Circle and Share the Sound"

Join us as we chant and dance the Prayer of Jesus, known as the Lord's Prayer, in the language it was originally spoken.  Experience the vibration of these words and the message they may hold for you. No experience necessary. Donations appreciated.  For more information about this practice:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywNgex8EJbk 

1st Church of Harmony / 609 Arizona St.

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

Zak Mirz is a Dallas–Fort Worth–based magician and storyteller whose work combines sleight of hand with personal narrative. Over the past decade, he has toured internationally with his live show Flashes of Magic, presenting illusions alongside humor and storytelling. His work has also taken him behind the scenes as a magic advisor for David Blaine: The Magic Way and onto the stage of Penn & Teller: Fool Us!.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/wnmu-cultural-affairs-january-2026-events

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

Please join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and social time for babies! Baby time is geared towards ages 0-24 months along with their caregivers. To learn more, visit silvercitypubliclibrary.org or call 575-538-3672.

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

Playing Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon at the Toad. We will be happy to teach anyone.  We do not play for money.  Just for the fun of it.  Everyone is welcome.

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth.

This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/shaking-the-christmas-tree-the-hearth-holiday-festival-lights-up-silver-city-this-december

Expressive Arts Juried Student Exhibition - Exhibit runs through February 19

The Francis McCray Gallery, in collaboration with the Expressive Arts Department, announces the 2026 Western New Mexico University Juried Student Art Exhibition. This annual showcase will feature student work across a wide range of media, including sculpture, drawing, printmaking, painting, ceramics and graphic design.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/wnmu-cultural-affairs-january-2026-events