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December 09, 2012 - December 15, 2012
December 09, 2012 - December 15, 2012
  • 10:00am  "Opportunities and Challenges in Immigration Reform"  ::  Education

    WNMU Political Science professor Andy Hernandez will present a talk entitled "Opportunities and Challenges in Immigration Reform."  Though immigration has been used as a political target from 2008-2012, Prof. Hernandez is optimistic that since the election an emerging bloc of ...   

  • 12:00pm - 02:00pm  David Nelson on the Piano  ::  Arts & Music

       

  • 12:00pm  LGBT Brunch  ::  Social Events

       

  • 02:00pm  "Just Be Christmas Inside" Play  ::  Arts & Music

    Just be Christmas Inside, a delightful play for children by Winifred Bell Fletcher is a heartwarming Christmas play directed by Ginger Masoner. The play will be preceded by some musical treats and closed with an audience sing-along as well as an ...   

    Contact  538-6609

  • 03:00pm  Hi Lo Silvers' Holiday Concert & Sing-a-Long!  ::  Arts & Music

    Singers are directed by Valdeen Wooton and accompanied by Virginia Robertson on piano and Bill Baldwin on bass violin.   FREE!     ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫     ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫     ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫   

  • 04:00pm  Healing Al-Anon Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Sunday.   

    Contact  313-9400

  • 07:00pm  Worldwide Candle Lighting  ::  Spiritual

    Light a candle for all children who have died, that their light may always shine.Brandon Perrault will provide music prior to the ceremony. Speakers will include; Reverend Paul Moore, Dr. Gilbert Arizaga, Chris McIntosh and family members of children, siblings ...   

    Contact  534-1134

  • 09:00am  Grant County Commission Work Session  ::  Public Meetings

    Work session prior to Grant County Commissioners' Regular Session on Thursday.   

    Contact  574-0006

  • 10:00am  Historic Mining District Tour  ::  Tours

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

    Contact  537-3327

  • 11:00am - 01:00pm  SOUPER Tuesday  ::  Fundraiser

    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.   

    Contact  574-2724

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Food Co-op Forum: "Simple Holiday Treats"  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Co-op Staff will share their favorite recipes for the holidays.Light refreshments will be served.   

    Contact  388-2343

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Tai Chi & Qi Gong Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Tuesday & Thursday.The form is simple and is done sitting or standing.  Benefits: reduced stress and tension; improved balance; higher energy levels!   

  • 04:00pm  Silver City Greenways Master Plan Committee Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

       

  • 05:00pm  Gila/Mimbres Community Radio Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    2nd Tuesdays.  Be part of the team building this community-based and -focused radio station!  Come volunteer and join us.   

    Contact  519-4144

  • 06:00pm  Silver City Town Council  ::  Public Meetings

    2nd & 4th Tuesdays.   

  • 06:00pm  TEA Party Patriots Meeting  ::  Political

    2nd and 4th Tuesdays.   

  • 07:00pm - 09:00pm  Scott at the Parlor  ::  Arts & Music

    Every Tuesday.   

    Contact  538-8722

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  "Curbside Consulting" for Non-Profits  ::  Education

    FREE consulting services to nonprofit organizations or to those considering becoming a nonprofit organization.   

    Contact  534-0665, ext. 232

  • 10:00am  Advent Worship Service  ::  Spiritual

       

  • 10:00am  Library Story Time & Music!  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Join us for reading poetry, music, and movement.  Children and grown-ups of all ages welcome!The Desert Larks Early Music Ensemble will also perform during Storytime!  Enjoy Christmas music and a sharing of musical instruments.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 03:00pm - 04:00pm  Art Lesson with Walt Disney Illustrator  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE.  Also Dec. 19.  Art lesson with Walt Disney advertising illustrator, Doug Sitowski.   

    Contact  537-6244

  • 04:15pm  Silver City Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    Regular monthly meeting.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:30pm - 07:30pm  Economic Development & Tourism Forum  ::  Public Meetings

    Presentations by a panel of experts, followed by Q & A and refreshments.  FREE.Panelists include:* Ben Alexander - Associate Director of Headwater Economics* Joe Saenz - Owner/Operator of Wolfhorse Outfitters* Catherine Wanek - Owner of Black Range Lodge & Representative ...   

    Contact  534-1700

  • 05:30pm  Grant County Democratic Party Regular Monthly Meeting and Holiday Party  ::  Public Meetings

    Turkey, ham and beverage provided, please bring side dish or dessert to share and non-perishable food item donation for local distribution.     

    Contact  (575) 654-6060

  • 06:00pm  Dane & Edie  ::  Arts & Music

    Nostalgic piano.   

  • 06:00pm  NM90/Hudson Street Bridge Replacement Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    The NM Dept. of Transportation is seeking public input regarding various options for replacing the NM90/Hudson Street Bridge.Proposed plans include a new, wider bridge with sidewalks, bike lanes, and upgraded lighting.   

  • 09:00am  Grant County Commission Regular Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    Agenda available at the Grant County Manager's Office.   

    Contact  574-0006

  • 10:30am  Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Silver Printer  ::  Social Events

       

  • 11:00am - 12:00pm  Health Talk: "Surviving the Holidays"  ::  Health & Wellness

    Presented by Drs. Teresa Morales-Arizaga, Maria Elena Arizaga, & Gilbert Arizaga.   

    Contact  538-4870

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Food Co-op Forum: "Simple Holiday Treats"  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Co-op Staff will share their favorite recipes for the holidays.Light refreshments will be served.   

    Contact  388-2343

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Tai Chi & Qi Gong Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Tuesday & Thursday.The form is simple and is done sitting or standing.  Benefits: reduced stress and tension; improved balance; higher energy levels!   

  • 05:30pm - 08:00pm  Victorian Christmas at the Museum  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE and open to the public.  Fun for the whole family!Enjoy festive holiday music, hot mulled cider, children's crafts, a visit by Father Christmas, and Victorian Christmas history. Holiday entertainment will be presented by:5:30 pm - Community Chamber Singers6:00 pm - ...   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 06:00pm  Joe & Danny  ::  Arts & Music

    Jazz & Latin.   

  • 06:00pm  Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

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

    Contact  535-1393

  • 11:30am - 01:00pm  Silver City Women's Club Meeting  ::  Social Events

    2nd Fridays.Potluck meeting:  Bring a dish or dessert; meet wonderful women; volunteer to give back to the community.   

  • 03:00pm - 04:30pm  Children's Holiday Craft Hour  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Also December 15.Kids learn how to make Sand Dollar ornaments.   

    Contact  537-6244

  • 05:30pm  TAIZE Worship Service  ::  Spiritual

    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.    

    Contact  538-2015

  • 06:30pm  Loose Blues Band  ::  Arts & Music

       

  • 07:30pm  Steve Reynolds  ::  Arts & Music

    Finger Style Guiltarist from Flagstaff.   

    Contact  538-9911

  • 08:00pm - 11:59pm  Entertainment! at the Silver/Bayard VFW Post 3347  ::  Social Events

    Every Friday.  "Entertainment, Entertainment, Entertainment!" The entertainment always starts at 8:00 pm and goes until Midnight.  Pop, Light Rock, Country Western and Spanish, all to your liking.  Come listen and dance to great music.  Open to all members and their guests. Enjoy Great Music, ...   

    Contact  574-8109

  • Christmas Bird Count - Silver City  ::  Education

    Also Dec. 29 in Gila/Cliff. Birders and bird enthusiasts of all skill levels are encouraged to participate.  Participation includes going out looking for birds or sitting in the comfort of your home looking out the window at the birds that come ...   

    Contact  388-2386 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Rolling Stones Gem & Mineral Society Field Trip  ::  Social Events

    3rd Saturdays.  Must be a member or member's guest.   

    Contact  388-2010

  • 09:00am - 02:00pm  Sweet Sale & Cookie Walk  ::  Fundraiser

    Choose from thousands of cookies, as well as candies, pies, quick breads and low-cost last-minute gifts!   

    Contact  534-0505

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Karen Muench Trunk Show  ::  Arts & Music

    Local artisan present prints and cards.   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 10:00am  Wreaths Across America Day  ::  Spiritual

    A lovely remembrance for our local veterans will be provided when an estimated 550 wreaths with bright red bows can be viewed on markers at Ft Bayard National Cemetery.  Over 120 individuals, couples, and organizations have sponsored these wreaths.Remember the ...   

  • 02:00pm - 03:00pm  Children's Holiday Craft Hour  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Also December 14.Kids learn how to decorate Christmas stockings.   

    Contact  537-6244

  • 07:30pm  Black Tie Holiday Benefit Ball  ::  Arts & Music

    The Mimbres Region Arts Council's Black Tie Benefit Ball returns.  This catered affair promises to be the holiday event of the season!  Dress to the nines and dance to the music of Rhythm Mystic and Brandon Perrault.   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 07:30pm  Steve Reynolds  ::  Arts & Music

    Finger Style Guiltarist from Flagstaff.   

    Contact  538-9911

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