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September 15, 2013 - September 21, 2013
September 15, 2013 - September 21, 2013
  • Pickamania!  ::  Arts & Music

    A full weekend of great acoustic music in Gough Park, FREE and open to the public!  A fantastic lineup, including: a Friday evening street dance; Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem headlining on Saturday; and two full days of first rate ...   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 08:00am  Field Trip to the McMillan Campground  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Gila Native Plant Society sponsors this field trip to the McMillan Campground in the Gila National Forest.Hikers are asked to bring water, lunch, a hat and sunscreen and to wear good hiking shoes.   

    Contact  388-5192

  • 10:00am  "It Takes a Community to Write a Book" Presentation  ::  Fundraiser

    Tom Hester will give a talk titled "It Takes a Community to Write a Book (and even to read one)." It will mention Silver City as a literary hub, but will include the sad report from "Kids Count" in which ...   

  • 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

  • 12:00pm  LGBT Brunch  ::  Social Events

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

    Contact  388-5430

  • 05:00pm  Bridge Community Early Sunday Supper  ::  Fundraiser

    Pasta, salad, bread, dessert, and beverage for a $10 donation.  Entertainment by the Hi Lo Silvers Ensemble.Bridge Community is a project to bring a continuum of care, senior living facility (independent through end-of-life), all on one campus, to Silver City. We ...   

    Contact  538-5754

  • 04:00pm  LEGO "Mindstorms"  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Experienced LEGO builders aged 10+ are welcome to construct and program robotic creations.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 09:00am  Gila/San Francisco Water Commission Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

       

  • 03:00pm - 06:00pm  Gila Farmers' Market  ::  Health & Wellness

    Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.   

    Contact  535-2729

  • 04:00pm  Chess Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Chess players of all ages and skills are welcome to join us.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone.  Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.   

    Contact  538-9326 or 313-4591

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

    A series of 5 classes on Tuesdays.Each class starts with a 20-25 minute guided meditation (in which we sit in chairs), followed by 20-25 minutes of commentary. Each class is self-contained.  Attend one, some or all five classes.No prior meditation ...   

    Contact  313-4087

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone.  Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.   

    Contact  538-1244 or (505) 469-7505

  • 06:30pm  "Earth Approaching Objects" Presentation  ::  Education

    The Silver City Astronomical Society will open its 2013-14 program season with “Earth Approaching Objects,” presented by Dr. A. D. Grauer    

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  Curbside Consulting  ::  Education

    FREE consulting services to nonprofit organizations and those considering becoming one.   

    Contact  534-0101, ext 2108

  • 10:30am  Library Story Time  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Join us for reading, poetry, music, movement and fun!All ages are welcome.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  WILL Lunch & Learn: US Forest Service  ::  Education

    FREE and open to the public.Kelly Russell and Jeff Boyd present inside and outside perspectives, respectively, on the federal agency in charge of our forests and wilderness ares, the US Forest Service.   

    Contact  538-6835

  • 04:30pm  LEGO Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  For ages 4 to 10.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 06:30pm  Prostate Cancer Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Facilitators: Dave Schwantes and Walt HansonCurrent patients, survivors, and those-at-risk for prostate cancer are encouraged to attend.   

    Contact  388-1198, ext. 10

  • Gila River Festival  ::  Arts & Music

    The Southwest's Premier Nature Festival, featuring special presentations, films, kayaking, birding, guided hikes, & more!Monsoon Puppet Parade, Downtown Art Walk, Gala for the Gila with Live Music and Silent Auction highlight the events.More information at: www.gilaconservation.org   

  • 01:00am  Intro to Zumba!  ::  Health & Wellness

    Intro to Zumba® Class teaches the basic steps (which are surprisingly easy) and is easy on your joints.Each class is individual, so you can start at any time.   

  • 03:30pm - 05:30pm  Mimbres Farmers' Market  ::  Health & Wellness

    Weekly.   

    Contact  574-7674

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone.  Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.   

    Contact  538-9326 or 313-4591

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE.  Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone.  Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.   

    Contact  538-1244 or (505) 469-7505

  • 06:00pm  Corazones Unidos Cardiac Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Facilitated by Frank Ogas.   

    Contact  388-1198, ext. 10

  • Gila River Festival  ::  Arts & Music

    The Southwest's Premier Nature Festival, featuring special presentations, films, kayaking, birding, guided hikes, & more!Monsoon Puppet Parade, Downtown Art Walk, Gala for the Gila with Live Music and Silent Auction highlight the events.More information at: www.gilaconservation.org   

  • 08:30am  Gila Economic Development Alliance Roundtable Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    We encourage all our regular roundtable members, as well as the Grant County business community, to attend.Coffee & Conversation at 8:00 am.Meeting at 8:30 am.   

  • 09:00am - 03:00pm  Craft Class: Make a Rope at Ft. Bayard Days!  ::  Kids' Activity

    Come and learn the history of rope making and make your own rope! It’s historic fun for big and little kids!    

    Contact  538-5921

  • 09:00am - 08:00pm  Fort Bayard Days 2013  ::  Social Events

    Experience Fort Bayard on the Parade Ground!25 Living History Centers depicting the Military, Medical, and Cultural History of Southwest New Mexico.6:30 pm - Dinner ($15) with Guest Speaker, Dr. Doug Dinwiddie and Lt. William H. EmoryFor more information: www.fortbayard.org   

    Contact  388-4477

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Red Dot Studio Tour!  ::  Arts & Music

    September 20, 21, & 22 - FREE and open to the public!Enjoy this self-guided tour of area artist's studios, where you'll get an up-close and personal look into their creative processes.  Artists will answer questions and demonstrate their techniques.More info ...   

  • 05:00pm - 07:00pm  Juried Art Show Opening  ::  Arts & Music

    The San Vicente Artists’ Gila River and New Mexico Landscape Juried Art Show will run from September 20 through 22.The opening is includes door prizes, and refreshments will be served.   

  • 08:00pm - 11:59pm  Dance Night at VFW Post 3347  ::  Arts & Music

    Entertainment, Entertainment, Entertainment!Every Friday Dance Night to the Music of Hector Carrillo: Pop, Light, Rock, Country Western and Spanish, all to your liking!!!All proceeds help our Veterans and their families.   

    Contact  574-8109

  • Gila River Festival  ::  Arts & Music

    The Southwest's Premier Nature Festival, featuring special presentations, films, kayaking, birding, guided hikes, & more!Monsoon Puppet Parade, Downtown Art Walk, Gala for the Gila with Live Music and Silent Auction highlight the events.More information at: www.gilaconservation.org   

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

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

    Contact  388-2010

  • 01:00am - 04:00pm  San Vicente Artist Fundraising Sale  ::  Fundraiser

    There will be a variety of artists supplies, misc. household items and lots more. Donations of items are appreciated and can be dropped off the morning of the sale.   

    Contact  590-2006

  • 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

  • 09:30am - 10:00pm  Fort Bayard Days 2013  ::  Social Events

    Fort Bayard: Sights and Sounds!25 Living History Centers depicting the Military, Medical, and Cultural History of Southwest New Mexico.9:30 am - Flag Ceremony9:45 am - Museum Open with Tours of Ft. Bayard National Historic Landmark11:00 am - Vintage Baseball Game11:30 ...   

    Contact  388-4477

  • 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 - 02:00pm  Craft Class: Make a Space Magnet at Red Hot Children's Fiesta!  ::  Kids' Activity

    Come and have some out of this world fun creating a space magnet you can take home! Using recycled bottle caps, this make-and-take teaches children how to recycle materials on their home planet and have fun making something creative and useful.   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Red Dot Studio Tour!  ::  Arts & Music

    September 20, 21, & 22 - FREE and open to the public!Enjoy this self-guided tour of area artist's studios, where you'll get an up-close and personal look into their creative processes.  Artists will answer questions and demonstrate their techniques.More info ...   

  • 10:00am - 02:00pm  Red Hot Children's Fiesta!  ::  Kids' Activity

    Out of this World Fun: Prizes! Star Lab! Telescopes! Planets! Fun!Monsoon Puppet Parade departs at 2:00 pm and marches to the Silver City Museum for more fun and games!   

    Contact  388-1198, ext. 10

  • 10:30am  Library Story Time  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.  Join us for reading, poetry, music, movement and fun!All ages are welcome.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 01:00pm - 04:00pm  Gila Farmers' Market  ::  Health & Wellness

    Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.   

    Contact  535-2729

  • 02:30pm - 03:30pm  Monsoon Puppet Theater  ::  Kids' Activity

    At 2:00 pm, the Monsoon Puppet Parade will start from the Red Hot Children’s Fiesta and travel to the Silver City Museum Courtyard, where they will then perform a brief theatrical production at 2:30 pm.Afterward, the Gila Conservation Education Center (GCEC) will present ...   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 06:00pm  Cult Classic Film Series!  ::  Fundraiser

    As part of the Fund Raising effort for the Silco Theater Renovations, MainStreet is having a Cult Movie Series at the Silco Theater.  Admission is by Donation for Silco Theater Renovations.Showing the Cult Classic: The Big Lebowski.   

    Contact  574-8394

  • 07:00pm  Gala for the Gila!  ::  Arts & Music

    The 9th Annual Gila River Festival will host a Gala for the Gila and Silent Auction to support efforts to protect the Gila River, New Mexico’s last free-flowing river.Enjoy appetizers with cash bar of beer and spirits provided by Little Toad ...   

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