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April 29, 2012 - May 05, 2012
April 29, 2012 - May 05, 2012
  • 06:00pm  Learn to Square Dance!  ::  Arts & Music

    Every Monday.  Ages 10 and up.   

    Contact  574-2032

  • 06:00pm  Sexual Assault Legal Needs Clinic  ::  Public Meetings

    A panel of experts will describe how a survivor of sexual assault can access local free legal services to help a survivor stay employed, stay in college, maintain safe housing, and protect immigration status.   

    Contact  505-883-8020

  • 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

  • 05:30pm - 06:15pm  Meditation for Everyone  ::  Health & Wellness

    Jeff Goin will teach a four-class series entitled "Maintaining Healthy Relationships."  FREE and open to the public.   

    Contact  313-4087

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

    Every Tuesday.   

    Contact  538-8722

  • SRAM Tour of the Gila Bicycle Race  ::  Social Events

    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, ...   

    Contact  www.tourofthegila.com

  • 06:00pm  District Judge Candidates Forum  ::  Political

    The Silver City-Grant County TEA Party Patriots will host a forum for candidates running for the office of District Judge, 6th District, Division 2.  Each candidate will speak, and voters will have the opportunity to pose questions to the candidates.  ...   

  • 06:00pm  Silver City-Grant County TEA Party Patriots Candidates' Forum  ::  Political

    The Silver City-Grant County TEA Party Patriots will host a Candidates' Forum on Wed. May 2nd at the Grant County Administration Building for candidates running for District Judge-6th District-Division 2. The forum will start at 6:00 PM. The Forum is ...   

  • SRAM Tour of the Gila Bicycle Race  ::  Social Events

    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, ...   

    Contact  www.tourofthegila.com

  • 09:00am - 06:00pm  Jenn and Basso at the Buckhorn Saloon  ::  Arts & Music

    Oregon  - Americana   

    Contact  Call 538-9911

  • 12:00pm - 06:00pm  Ecology Hike with Dave Menzie along San Vicente Creek Trail  ::  Tours

    With Dave Menzie, part of introductory guided hikes associated with “Silver City Greenways” brochure, published by SWNM Audubon and Gila Resources Information Project. Free.    

    Contact  538-8078 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 07:00pm - 09:00pm  Celebrate Grant County Chicano Musicians  ::  Arts & Music

    Live performances for the culmination of History of Chicano Music, taught by Prof. Patricia Cano. Includes several bands including Friends of the Underground and Illusion.   

    Contact  Call 538-6512

  • Bob Einweck at Buckhorn Saloon  ::  Arts & Music

       

    Contact  538-9911

  • SRAM Tour of the Gila Bicycle Race  ::  Social Events

    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, ...   

    Contact  www.tourofthegila.com

  • 09:30am  SRAM TOUR OF THE GILA: Tyrone Time Trials  ::  Tours

     Starts and finishes in Tyrone, beginning at 9:30am   

  • 10:00am  AMBANK FIRST FRIDAYS: Tour Of The Gila Expo Kick-Off  ::  Social Events

    Millie’s Bake House Opening. 10 am, 215 W Yankie St. Baked goods, one-of-a-kind ice cream cake. Cinco de Mayo Celebration. 3-7 pm, Ravens Nest Boutique, Yankie St. Welcoming Palomas Oilcloth Designs Coop for special orders and with the latest work. ...   

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Arlene Sarkela at Grant County Art Guild Gallery  ::  Arts & Music

    The featured artist at the Grant County Art Guild's Hearst Church Gallery in Pinos Altos on Friday, May 4, is well know local artist Arlene Sarkela.   Arlene  took a first place ribbon in the recent Members Only Show with ...   

    Contact  Call 575-574-2831

  • 11:00am - 01:00pm  3d Annual Trash & Treasures Garage Sale  ::  Fundraiser

    Great stuff – household items including dishes, linens, decorative accessories, artwork, antiques, plants, holiday decorations and collectibles. Also tools, auto related stuff, and sporting goods.  Sponsored by the Grant Co Federated Repubican Women to support local candidates.     

    Contact  Call 534-0048 for information

  • 11:00am - 06:00pm  Bar-B-Que Festival and Bake Sale  ::  Social Events

       

    Contact  Call 534-0048

  • 11:00am - 01:00pm  Trash & Treasure Garage Sale  ::  Fundraiser

    Dishes, books, radios, household items, art work, antiques, plants, tools, and much more.  NO clothes, TVs, or computers!  Please bring donations to Republican Party Headquarters on Wednesday, May 2nd, between 11 am and 1 pm.   

  • 04:00pm  Cobre District Art Show Award Ceremony  ::  Arts & Music

       

    Contact  Call 575-537-6244 for information

  • 05:00pm - 07:00pm  Art Exhibit and Reception: Once in a Blue Moon  ::  Arts & Music

    "Once in a Blue Moon" is an Exhibition of recent paintings by Pamela W. Combes. Opening Reception is Friday May 4th, 5-7pm. We’re also open Saturday, May 5th, 10am to 3pm, 2012. Refreshments provided.   

    Contact  Call 505-360-3571

  • 05:30pm  BIG STORIES BIG FISH: A SATISFYING CATCH with Judy Muller and Dutch Salmon  ::  Public Meetings

    With national award-winning journalist Judy Muller, author of Emus in Egnar: Big Stories From Small Towns, and NM award-winning journalist and publisher Dutch Salmon on their careers and their mutual love of fishing.  Followed by a discussion moderated by WNMU ...   

    Contact  Call 538-6835 for information

  • 07:00pm  "GhostBird" - Ivory-billed Woodpecker  ::  Public Meetings

    Presentation of critically acclaimed environmental feature documentary DVD exploring the rediscovery of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker.  Regular monthly meeting of the SW NM Audubon Society.  Public welcome.   

  • SRAM Tour of the Gila Bicycle Race  ::  Social Events

    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, ...   

    Contact  www.tourofthegila.com

  • 07:30am  SW NM Audubon birding field trip to San Vicente Creek  ::  Tours

    Carpool to the Mountainview Drive trailhead of the San Vicente Creek trail system. From there, dropping down through scrubland into the riparian creek, walking along the creek and ultimately retracing our steps and climbing back to the trailhead. 3-4 miles ...   

    Contact  Call 388-4210 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 07:30am  San Vicente Creek Bird Walk with Brian Dolton  ::  Tours

    Bird Walk with Brian Dolton along San Vicente Creek Trail. Part of introductory guided hikes associated with “Silver City Greenways” brochure, published by SWNM Audubon and Gila Resources Information Project. Free.    

    Contact  Call 388-4210 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 08:00am - 12:00pm  3d Annual Trash & Treasures Garage Sale  ::  Fundraiser

    Household items including dishes, linens, decorative accessories, artwork, antiques, plants, holiday decorations and collectibles. Also tools, auto related stuff, and sporting goods.  Sponsored by the Grant Co Federated Repubican Women to support local candidates.    

    Contact  Call 388-3717

  • 08:00am  First Saturday Garage Sale  ::  Fundraiser

    Furniture, books, household items.  Clothes are $1/bag after 11:00 am.   

  • 08:00am  SRAM TOUR OF THE GILA: Downtown Silver City Criterium  ::  Tours

    Races all day, including Citizens’ Race. The most popular Tour of the Gila event.   

  • 08:30am - 02:00pm  Silver City Art Market  ::  Arts & Music

    Every Saturday.  Local handmade arts and crafts.   

    Contact  313-6468

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  Hot Air Balloon Mobile Children’s Craft Class  ::  Arts & Music

       

    Contact  Call 538-5921 to pre-register

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  Kids Bicycle Safety Rodeo  ::  Public Meetings

    Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Silver City and the Silver City Rotary Club.  Ride the monitored safety course, Free bike inspections by the Bike Works. Bring your own bike and helmet to take the safety test. Free hotdog for ...   

  • 09:30am  Historic Fort Bayard Tour  ::  Tours

    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 Botanical Gold Mine.   

    Contact  388-4477

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Annual Mothers’ Day Sale  ::  Arts & Music

    New work, great deals, treats.   

    Contact  Call 536 9935, katebrownpottery.com

  • 10:00am - 03:00pm  Art Exhibit: Once in a Blue Moon  ::  Arts & Music

    "Once in a Blue Moon" is an Exhibition of recent paintings by Pamela W. Combes.  Saturday, May 5th, 10am to 3pm, 2012. Refreshments provided. There is also an Opening Reception is Friday evening May 4th, 5-7pm.   

    Contact  Call 505-360-3571

  • 10:00am - 06:00pm  DOWNTOWN EXPO  ::  Arts & Music

    Beer Garden with High Desert Brewing; food, arts, kids’ activities, vendors, bike racing.  Live music:  10 – 11: Greenwood Misses; 11 – 1: Illusion Band; 1 – 3: Kas Nelson Trio with Sunny James; 3 –6: Brandon Perrault Band   

  • 10:00am - 02:00pm  Gourd Vessel  ::  Arts & Music

    Instructor: Karen Rossman.   $45 includes use of tools and clean gourd.    

    Contact  388-8973

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Nikki O'Connell Muise at Grant County Art Guild  ::  Arts & Music

    Cinco de Mayo with featured artist Nikki O'Connell Muise whose watercolor East Garden Fountain won Best of Show in fine arts at the recent Members Only Show.  Chips and salsa refreshments.   

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Nikki O'Connell at Grant County Art Guild Gallery  ::  Arts & Music

    The featured artist at the Grant County Art Guild's Hearst Church Gallery in Pinos Altos  on Saturday, May 5, is Nikki O'Connell Muise. Nikki works in several mediums, including photography, screenprinting and watercolor.  Nikki will be celebrating  the Cinco de ...   

    Contact  Call 575-574-2831

  • 01:00pm  Cinco de Mayo Dinner  ::  Public Meetings

    Tamales, green chile chicken enchiladas, refries, spanish rice. $6;$4 5-11 y/o.  Proceeds benefit the Lodge.  First seating. Reservations recommended.    

    Contact  Call 575 536 2997 for reservations

  • 01:00pm  World Laybrinth Day Celebration  ::  Social Events

    Join the global event in celebration of the labyrinth, and "Walk as One at 1" to effect a rolling wave of labyrinth walking as Earth turns.  Walk at 1:00 pm, local time.  Labyrinths will be open from noon until dusk.  ...   

    Contact  (575) 539-2868

  • 02:00pm  PIANO Play Reading  ::  Arts & Music

    Part of  Victoria Tester's 15-act New Mexico Ghost Play Cycle in celebration of New Mexico's Centennial.  For mature audiences.     

    Contact  Call 538 5921

  • 03:00pm - 05:00pm  Republican Party of Grant County Ward Training Meeting  ::  Political

    A Ward Training Meeting is scheduled for Republican Party of Grant County. Headquarters:Republican Party of Grant County211 Highway 180 ~ Silver City, NM 88061   

    Contact  Call 575-534-9811

  • 07:00pm  BIKE MOVIE NIGHT  ::  Fundraiser

    The Triplets of Belleville,also at 8:30Road to Roubaix,also at 10Breaking Away.$5 suggested donation. Proceeds support The Bike Works' Youth Programs.    

    Contact  Call 388-1444

  • 09:00pm - 02:00am  DJ Triple Threat - Play That Funky Music  ::  Arts & Music

     Dance to Soul, Funk and Party Popping Grooves from three DJ's - Twitchy Pants, Sam Nice, and Curtis Pink.$5 Dollar Cover.   

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