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10:00am "Imbolc: a Celtic Cross-Quarter Celebration" :: Spiritual
Azima Lila Forest will present "Imbolc: a Celtic Cross-Quarter Celebration." Halfway between solstices and equinoxes are events known as cross-quarters, celebrated in the Celtic tradition in various ways. What does it feel like to be halfway between winter and spring?Please ...
10:00am Gila Friends Meeting :: Spiritual
Join us in the unity of group meditation to satisfy the spirit. This manner of worship is open to all.Dec. 30 at 11:30 am - Bring a dish and share with Friends in a social gathering.
Location First Church of Harmony
05:30pm Grant County Commissioners Special Meeting :: Public Meetings
The purpose of this meeting is to address some resolutions, Sole Community Provider funding requests, and other business including a report from the Gila National Forest Service.The agenda for this meeting may be altered up to twenty-four (24) hours prior ...
Contact 574-0006
09:00am - 12:00pm Curbside Consulting :: Education
FREE consulting services to nonprofit organizations and those considering becoming one.
Contact 534-0101, ext 2108
10:00am Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Join us for reading, poetry, music, and movement. For children ages 0 to 8.
Contact 538-3672
12:00pm Lunch & Learn: "The Trees and Shrubs that Surround Us" :: Education
Western Insitute for Lifelong Learning features Jack Carter as he makes learning about local plant life a comfortable and enjoyable process. Jack is author of Trees and Shrubs of New Mexico, and he'll autograph your book if you bring it. His ...
Contact 538-6835
03:30pm - 05:00pm Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Meeting :: Public Meetings
First Wednesdays.Learn more through local resources and promote local preparedness. Chaired by SCPD Capt. Ricky Villalobos and features guest presenters.
06:30pm Goodnight Texas :: Arts & Music
Americana Roots from San Francisco.
Contact 538-9911
09:30am - 03:00pm AARP Free Tax Preparation :: Education
Also on Saturdays. AARP Volunteers will be available to provide FREE tax preparation service, weekly through April 13.
Contact 537-6244
12:00pm Brown Bag Series: "A Conversation with a Sociologist" :: Education
Come hear humanist, environmental sociologist, Dr. Emma Bailey, talk about the environmental sociology and social justice - the keystone xl pipeline. What's the controversy and what are tar sands and this proposed pipeline anyway? What role have social protests (such as ...
Contact 538-5921
"A Vessel by Any Other Name" Exhibit Opening :: Arts & Music
“A Vessel By Any Other Name” will explore the many functions of the containers we use in our daily lives along with some surprising alternative uses for common objects throughout history.Bring the family! Activities to encourage kids' curiosity include hands-on ...
Contact 538-5921
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.
07:00pm - 11:59pm Mardi Gras Costume Party! :: Fundraiser
VFW Post 3347 presents a Mardi Gras Celebration, including Cajun Food, Snacks, Dessert, & Door Prizes.Hector Carrillo supplies the entertainment with Pop, Light Rock, Country Western and Spanish, all to your liking. Come listen and dance to great music. Open to the public! Enjoy ...
Contact 574-8109
07:30pm Rhythm Mystic :: Arts & Music
Pop Rock from Silver City.
Contact 538-9911
09:00am - 12:30pm Love Your Library! :: Social Events
FREE and Open to All. Prize Drawings; Free Books for Everyone; Games; Live Musical Performances and Singers; Crafts; Treats and Healthy Snack-making; Storytellers and Readers. Renew your Library Card for Free! A Full Morning of Fun for Everyone!
Contact 388-0892
09:30am - 11:30am Ft. Bayard Walking Tour :: Tours
Members of the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society lead a guided tour of old Fort Bayard and open the Fort Bayard Museum for visitors.Meet at the Ft. Bayard Museum in the Officer's Quarters which is located across from the Parade Ground.All ...
Contact (307) 640-3012
10:00am Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting :: Social Events
The guest speaker will be Councilman Ray who will talk about the Boston Hill Restoration and Preservation Project. Visiting DAR members and those interested in joining are invited to attend.
Contact 574-8394
11:00am "Children in the Universe" Program :: Kids' Activity
FREE and open to the public.Silver City Astronomical Society members will talk with children about their role in the Universe and kids of all ages will have an opportunity to craft a 3-D moving finger-scaled model of the Night Skies ...
11:00am - 04:00pm Chocolate Fantasia 2013! :: Arts & Music
Join the fun: Stroll galleries, shops, and greet old friends or make new friends while sampling delicious, gourmet chocolate confections. Handmade and beautifully displayed in local galleries and shops in the downtown Arts and Cultural District. Local musicians will be ...
Contact 538-2505
01:00pm M & M Math :: Kids' Activity
Before the Parade of Stars, children and their families are invited to visit the Silver City Museum. "M&M Math" will be offered for youngsters and they will earn their delicious rewards. This activity is free and available to the first ...
Contact 538-5921
01:00pm Silver City Astronomical Society Meeting :: Education
FREE and open to the public.William (Bill) Wren, M.Ed., veteran astronomer with the McDonald Observatory, Fort Davis, Texas, will offer an absorbing program on "Night Sky Preservation," illustrating common-sense solutions for night lighting that saves energy, increases safety, and reduces light ...
06:30pm - 09:30pm City of Rocks Night Skies Observatory & Talks :: Education
Silver City Astronomy Society member Matt Wilson does the monthly observations for the public with the scope and observatory at City of Rocks. Come observe the spectacular night skies, where darkness is darker and the stars are brighter at City of Rocks!Note: ...
Contact 575-536-2800
07:30pm Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball! :: Arts & Music
The 3rd Annual New Mexico Music Series presents the Masquerade Ball with the Gras Daddies -- Funk, Groove, and Soul!
Contact 538-9911
07:30pm Phillip Gibbs :: Arts & Music
Singer/Songwriter from Austin.
Contact 538-9911
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