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May 05, 2013 - May 11, 2013
May 05, 2013 - May 11, 2013
  • Tour of the Gila Bike Race - Day 5  ::  Sports

    Day 5 - Gila Monster Road Race: Silver City - Santa Clara - Mimbres - Lake Roberts - Cliff Dwellings Turnaround - Pinos Altos       

    Contact  538-5555

  • 10:00am  "A Conversation With Ourselves"  ::  Social Events

    The members and friends of the Fellowship will hold "A Conversation With Ourselves," led by Sarah Bohanon. The subject of the conversation is "What should a lay-led fellowship look like?" There will be coffee and conversation, with light refreshments, after the ...   

  • 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

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Spring Festival of Photography & Crafts  ::  Arts & Music

    The Festival is the season opening of the Grant County Art Guild and features some of the newest works of the Guild's photographers and crafters.   

    Contact  590-1587

  • 12:00pm  LGBT Brunch  ::  Social Events

    All LGBT folk, friends and allies WELCOME!Bring a dish to share if you like.   

    Contact  388-5430

  • 01:00pm - 07:00pm  Cinco de Mayo Tardeada: Grant County Musicians  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE.  Local musical talents including Illusion Band, Inspiracion, Angelica Padilla, Hell to Pay and Los Alegres will perform.  Food and artisan vendors will be present at the tardeada, which is partially a commemoration of the Cinco de Mayo holiday and also a showcase of musicians ...   

    Contact  538-6336

  • 01:00pm - 02:00pm  Spinning & Knitting Demonstrations  ::  Arts & Music

       

    Contact  538-5921

  • 03:00pm  "I Will Arise" Chamber Singers Concert  ::  Arts & Music

    Featuring music by Dake, Burton & Lane, Chatman, Peloquin, Parry, Dowland, & PDQ Bach. Reception follows the concert.   

  • 03:30pm - 05:00pm  Animal Friends of New Mexico Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    Everyone is welcome!   

    Contact  534-1024

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Movie Maker Video Editing Class  ::  Education

    Great for beginners and those who need a refresher course. Reserve a spot at 534-0130.   

    Contact  534-0130

  • 06:30pm  Film: "Somewhere in New Mexico Before the End of Time"  ::  Arts & Music

    Somewhere in New Mexico Before the End of Time is an independent film to be shown for the first time in New Mexico.  Dr. Guy McPherson, a resident of Grant County, and a few others have built an off-the-grid, permaculture homestead ...   

    Contact  574-8497

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

    Work session prior to Grant County Commissioners' Regular Session on 2nd and 4th Thursdays.   

    Contact  574-0006

  • 02:00pm - 02:30pm  Meditation Classes  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Taught by Jeff Goin.   

    Contact  538-6014

  • 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

  • 11:30am - 12:30pm  Prenatal Yoga Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.   

  • 12:45pm - 01:45pm  Mom & Baby Yoga Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.   

  • 07:30pm  CANCELLED!!! Star Party!  ::  Social Events

    CANCELLED due to inclement weather conditions!     

  • 07:30pm  Sean Lucy  ::  Arts & Music

    Folk Rock from Albuquerque   

    Contact  538-9911

  • 09:00am - 01:00pm  Meeting Mastery Workshop  ::  Education

    The workshop will be led by Sunny Yates. Register at 534-0665, ext. 231.   

    Contact  534-0665

  • 02:00pm - 02:30pm  Meditation Classes  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Taught by Jeff Goin.   

    Contact  538-6014

  • 05:30pm  Green Drinks Networking & Social  ::  Social Events

    SW New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce and the NM Solar Energy Association-Silver City Chapter  host this monthly event.Food and drinks are dutch treat.   

    Contact  313-1388 or 538-4332

  • 06:00pm  Republican Party 2014 Kickoff Meeting  ::  Political

    We invite you to participate in the exciting kick-off meeting with our newly elected officers of the Republican Party of Grant County. There will be a 'meet the officers panel' where the new members of the RPGC executive committee will speak ...   

  • 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

  • Southwest Bible Conference 2013  ::  Spiritual

    This year’s topic, “Defining the Gospel”, will be addressed in seven sessions by five dynamic speakers from churches in New Mexico and Texas. Worship and praise will be interspersed between speaking sessions. FREE and open to the public.   Advance registration required: www.gracebiblefellowship.org   

    Contact  574-8989

  • 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.   

  • 04:00pm - 05:30pm  Mother Daughter Artist Guild Exhibit  ::  Arts & Music

      The public is invited to the Mother/Daughter Artist Guild's Reception, featuring participating artists Nikki Muise, Arlene Rezman and Roz Springer.    The show will be on exhibit during the month of May from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday.   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 05:30pm  Taizé Service  ::  Spiritual

    FREE.  Taizé-style worship consists of sung prayer, alternating with spoken scripture readings, spoken prayer and silence.  The service is non–denominational, free to the public and all are welcome.   Doors of the church are open at 5:00 pm for silent contemplation.   

  • 06:30pm - 08:00pm  "The Bully, The Bullied, & The Bystander: Helping Them All"  ::  Education

    FREE workshop hosted by community partners.  The workshop will be led by acclaimed educator, author, and counselor, Esther Williams, M.Ed. Senator Howie Morales will be welcoming everyone to the workshop.  We hope to see you there!   

    Contact  590-8797

  • 07:00pm  Hi Lo Silvers Spring Concert  ::  Arts & Music

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

  • 07:30pm  The Bus Tapes  ::  Arts & Music

    Folk Rock from Santa Fe   

    Contact  538-9911

  • Southwest Bible Conference 2013  ::  Spiritual

    This year’s topic, “Defining the Gospel”, will be addressed in seven sessions by five dynamic speakers from churches in New Mexico and Texas. Worship and praise will be interspersed between speaking sessions. FREE and open to the public.   Advance registration required: www.gracebiblefellowship.org   

    Contact  574-8989

  • 08:30am - 12:00pm  Silver City Farmers' Market  ::  Health & Wellness

    Fresh produce, locally grown plants, herbal products, eggs, locally farmed meats, baked goods and more. Support your local farmers! Enjoy the Music! Coffee & prepared food for sale.   

    Contact  654-4104

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  Rabies Vaccination Clinic  ::  Health & Wellness

    Both 1-year and 3-year rabies vaccinations will be available, as well as feline fel-o-vax and canine distemper, parvo and combo vaccinations. All dogs must be on a leash or in a carrier, and all cats in a carrier.   

    Contact  538-9261

  • 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 - 02:00pm  Bike Works Community Bike Ride  ::  Sports

    Riding on  roads and trails.  Bring water, lunch, and a sense of exploration.  Difficulty determined by the group.     

    Contact  399-1444

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm  Craft Class: Treasure Bead Necklace  ::  Kids' Activity

    For crafters aged 8 and older. Pre-register at 538-5921.   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 10:00am  Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting  ::  Social Events

    2nd Saturdays.Visiting DAR members and those interested in joining are invited to attend. A pot luck lunch at 11:30 will follow the meeting.    

    Contact  574-8394

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Mother's Day Coupon Book  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE Mother's Day Coupon Book for children to complete for their moms!   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Primitive Pottery Making and Pit Firing Workshop  ::  Arts & Music

    May 11 & 12. May 11: Create a Southwest Style bowl in the ancient way with Primitive Potter Antonia Young. Learn the complete process starting with raw clay, forming the bowl shape, and painting designs. Includes gourmet vegetarian lunch. May 12: ...   

    Contact  574-7119

  • 10:30am - 04:00pm  Kids Circus & Parade!  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE Fun Day for Kids! 10:30 am - Kids' Parade with Monsoon Puppets -- All kids and parents welcome to join in! 12:00 to 4:00 pm - Kids' Circus Performances: 3 Dance Troupes, 2 Bicycle Groups, Circus Tricks, Zumba for all, Ballet ...   

    Contact  535-2432

  • 01:00pm  "Quality Astro-Photography with DSLR" Seminar  ::  Education

    FREE and open to the public.  Presented by the Silver City Astronomical Society.   

  • 02:00pm - 03:00pm  Book Signing: "New Mexico Wine, An Enchanting History"  ::  Arts & Music

    Presentation and book signing by author Donna Blake Birchell of her book, New Mexico Wine, An Enchanting History.   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 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  The Bus Tapes  ::  Arts & Music

    Folk Rock from Santa Fe   

    Contact  538-9911

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