The exciting 26th Annual Tour of the Gila class American stage race of bicyclists includes almost every level of racing athlete: men and women, all age groups, amateurs and professionals.  For the first time, the race is sanctioned by UCI, ...   

Starts from 8 am, Gough Park. A grueling 105.7 mi point to point race w/ 9131 ft of climbing, 8252 ft of descent.  Ends in Pinos Altos   

New work, great deals, treats.   

Grant County Art Guild's featured artist for Sunday, May 6, is new member Malika Crozier.  Malika  works in ceramics and is kicking off the season at the Hearst Church Gallery in Pinos Altos with a wide variety of creative pieces.   

Ecology Hike with Dave Menzie along San Vicente Creek Trail. Meet at Visitor’s Center Parking lot at Northwest corner of Hudson and Broadway. Part of introductory guided hikes associated with “Silver City Greenways” brochure, published by SWNM Audubon and Gila ...   

Every Sunday.   

Movie Maker Video Editing with David Timmons, CATS Production Assistant (Open to the Public). Become a CATS/KOOT FM Member Yearly Membership Rates: Television is $50, Radio is $75, Both $110.   

Every Monday.  Ages 10 and up.   

Open Mike.   

 FIRST DAY EARLY VOTING AT GRANT CO CLERK‚S OFFICE   

Bus tour to learn about the mining history in and around Bayard. Call for reservations.   

Every Tuesday. Fundraiser for Faith Community, planned senior living community for southwest New Mexico. Each week features a meat-based soup and a vegetarian soup, all homemade, with bread and beverage for $6.   

The effects of GMO’s and Roundup on your soil, crops and healthMonica Rude, certified organic herb grower and owner of Desert Woman Botanicals presents the forum twice, Tuesday May 8th and Thursday, May 10th from 12:00-1:00pm.  All community forums are ...   

To discuss issues w/ federal agencies.  Bring paperwork.   

Seeing Things?The Low Vision Support Group again welcomes New Mexico Commission for the Blind’s Independent Living Teacher, Linda Velez, on Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at 1 p.m. Velez will discuss Charles Bonnet Syndrome, a diseases suffered by people with drastic ...   

Mural by students at Stout Elementary School with professional artists and WNMU students, incorporating the history of bottling in Grant County. Sponsored by Mimbres Region Arts Council.   

Every Tuesday.   

Featured topics: Proposed Cobre-Chino haulage road; Proposed resumption of mining at Cobre; Return to operations of Southwestern Railroad.  Free and open to public.    

2nd & 4th Tuesdays.   

The Town of Silver City Town Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at the. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, and Town budget presentation. The public is invited to attend.   

Every Tuesday.   

Join members of the KRWG Staff for the KRWG Coffee Break in Silver City, Wednesday, May 9th from 9 to 11am.  This is your opportunity to share your thoughts about public radio, television and online programming in the region.    

With Lori Ford, Director of CATS TV and KOOT 88.1 FM   

On the agenda: Mural Permit Application for 809 N Bullard.  Applicant: Diana Ingalls-Leyba for the WNMU mural class..   

Agenda includes Friends of the Library report; Library Foundation Report; Librarian Report; and Foundation membership. Followed at 5 pm by Library Foundation Board meeting. Agendas posted on library bulletin board 24 hrs prior.    

2nd Wednesdays. Potluck and social hour at 5:30 pm. Business meeting at 6:30 pm.   

The Grant County Democratic Party will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 9.  A potluck meal begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a business meeting at 6:20 p.m.  Bring a dish and bring a friend.     

 Silver City, NM – Western New Mexico University will be celebrating the groundbreaking of a new residence life facility at its main campus on Thursday, May 10 at 10:00 a.m. The community is invited to attend.   

The effects of GMO’s and Roundup on your soil, crops and healthMonica Rude, certified organic herb grower and owner of Desert Woman Botanicals presents the forum twice, Tuesday May 8th and Thursday, May 10th from 12:00-1:00pm.  All community forums are ...   

THURSDAYS - 3:30-5:30PM - Solstice Celebration June 21   

2nd Thursdays. The monthly meeting includes potluck at 6:00 pm; then meeting, rock draw, and program at 6:45 pm.   

Roots, Blues - Bisbee.   

2nd Fridays. Sung prayer, alternating with spoken scripture readings, spoken prayer, silence, and prayers for healing.  A non-denominational service, free and open to all.    

Women's chorus directed by Valdeen Wooton, accompanied by Virginia Robertson on piano and Bill Baldwin on  bass violin. Old favorites and songs from Broadway and film.  No charge.   

R. Carlos Nakai will present two solo performances at 7:00 pm on Friday, May 11, and Saturday, May 12, 2012. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Advance tickets are available at Seedboat Gallery - info@seedboatgallery.com.   

Pop - Rock Phoenix   

  8:00  – 8:45   Registration in Office. Pick up packets   9:00  – 9:45   Round 1   9:50  – 10:25 Round 2 10:30  – 10:45 Snack – Students receive snack tickets after Round 2 10:50  – 11:25 Round 3 ...   

Every Saturday.  Local handmade arts and crafts.   

History of Boston Hill with Joseph Gendron. Meet at Spring Street trailhead parking lot, then carpool to Market Street trailhead. Part of introductory guided hikes associated with “Silver City Greenways” brochure, published by SWNM Audubon and Gila Resources Information Project. ...   

30 to 40 homes selling their treasures, food, etc. Book Sales and Bake Sales (to support the refurbishment of the Tyrone Playground) at .   

High Desert Humane Society. Bring proof of previous vaccinations.    

Members may purchase books starting at 9:00 am; non-members at 10:00 am.   

A full day of family fun.  Health Fair, too. Sponsored by Hurley Pride.     

Each Saturday in May. See the 100 year old buildings and re-live some of the history of our important fort and hospital. This Saturday's focus:  Fort Bayard's Nurses and Doctors.   

All Republican women invited. Meet the candidates for the June primary.   

The Hurley Pride's 7th Annual Festival and Car Show is coming up on May 12. The event will be held in Hurley Park starting at 10:00 am. Fireworks display at dark (weather and fire conditions permitting). Applications for both vendors ...   

Puppy Dog Ranch Rescue and Sanctuary will open its doors for a 7-hour Mother's Day Adoption event.   

Instructor: Shannon Curry. $40 includes materials.    

Bands lined up include Melanie Zipin and Jeff LeBlanc, Amos Torres, Brandon Perrault, The Oversouls, and Rhythm Mystic. Free tastes from the kitchen and appetizer specials.    

Youths, ages 12 to 18 years old, and in teams of three or four, have a chance to win iPods and other prizes at a Scavenger Hunt.   

Members of Ballet Folklorico Alegria perform dances from all over Mexico.  Free to the public;  Donations welcome to benefit the new Gila Valley Library building!     

R. Carlos Nakai will present two solo performances at 7:00 pm on Friday, May 11, and Saturday, May 12, 2012. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Advance tickets are available at Seedboat Gallery - info@seedboatgallery.com.