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September 29, 2013 - October 05, 2013
September 29, 2013 - October 05, 2013
  • Southwest Festival of the Written Word  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE and open to the public.The theme of the Festival is “Textures y Sabores” and celebrates "those who write in or about the Southwest, and brings together their readers to touch the rough and smooth of their words, to taste ...   

  • 10:00am  "What's Luck Got to Do with It?" Presentation  ::  Spiritual

    Sarah Bohannon will conduct a "Conversation With Ourselves" around the subject of Luck, "What's Luck Got To Do With It?"There will be conversation and coffee, with light refreshments, after the service.   

  • 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

  • 06:00pm - 09:00pm  Greg & Jean  ::  Arts & Music

    Greg & Jean host Open Mike Night, performing their own new material and inviting the musical community to perform!   

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

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

    Contact  538-3672

  • 01:30pm  Dementia & Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

       

    Contact  590-0078

  • 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

  • 05:00pm  "What the Heck is Obamacare?"  ::  Education

    FREE.  Presentation by Eric Seyler.  Invaluable information for those covered by Medicaid and Medicare and for the uninsured.Refreshments served.   

  • 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  Spanky  ::  Arts & Music

    Americana.   

  • 08:00am  Ace Day Ladies Golf Tournament  ::  Sports

     First Wednesdays, monthly April to October.The Silver City Ladies Golf Association (SCLGA) conducts this golf tournament called Ace Day. The winners are those who have the lowest net score in their flight. The ladies who win this each month receive ...   

    Contact  388-9187

  • 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

  • 11:00am - 03:00pm  Humane Society 40th Anniversary Celebration!  ::  Social Events

    You are invited to help the High Desert Humane Society celebrate its 40th anniversary with a silent auction, a bicycle raffle, educational booths, music, and free hot dogs and birthday cake. 11:00 am - "Blessing of the Animals": Please bring your pet ...   

    Contact  538-1666

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  WILL Lunch & Learn: "Steelhead Backroads" Flyfishing  ::  Education

    FREE.Western Institute of Lifelong Learning (WILL) Noon Lecture Series presents Craig Freas talking about, "Steelhead Backroads: Spring Fly Fishing for Steelhead Trout in Northern British Columbia."   

    Contact  538-6835

  • 03:00pm  Grant County Food Policy Council Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    1st Wednesdays.   

    Contact  388-1198

  • 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.   

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

    FREE.  For ages 4 to 10.   

    Contact  538-3672

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

    Nostalgic Piano and Jazz.   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 07:30pm  The Littlest Birds  ::  Arts & Music

    Americana Duo from California.   

    Contact  538-9911

  • 11:00am - 12:00pm  Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance  ::  Health & Wellness

    Based on traditional Tai Chi, this program works for all people, including those with dimished balance or strength.   

    Contact  313-6833

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Brown Bag Program: "Railroads of Southwestern New Mexico"  ::  Education

    Joe Gill will present, "Railroads of Southwestern New Mexico – Silver City, Pinos Altos & Mogollon RR.”The talk will be Part 2 of 4 parts. This will be on the 24 inch narrow gauge Silver City, Pinos Altos & Mogollon ...   

    Contact  538-5921

  • 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 - 07:00pm  Women's Cancer Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Facilitated by Dr. Kathleen Froese.   

    Contact  388-1198, ext. 10

  • 06:30pm  Amos Torres  ::  Arts & Music

    Soul & Originals.   

  • 08:00am  WNMU Alumni Golf Tournament for Scholarships  ::  Sports

    All proceeds go to WNMU student scholarships.The tournament is designed as a four-man scramble with an 8:00 a.m. shotgun tee time. Registration and continental breakfast begin at 7:00 a.m.Participant cost is $125 per player or $400 per foursome. The participation fee ...   

    Contact  538-6675

  • 08:30am  Grant County Commission Special Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    Agenda available at the Grant County Manager's Office.   

    Contact  574-0006

  • 11:30am  GC Retired Educators Meeting  ::  Social Events

    All retired educators from any state are welcome.   

    Contact  388-1108

  • 04:00pm - 05:30pm  WILL Artists' Reception  ::  Arts & Music

    The WILL program's "Outdoor Painting" and "Encaustic Art Workshop" will have an opening reception at the MRAC Gallery. Delicious home made refreshments will be served.The show will be on display at the MRAC Gallery through the month of October.   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 06:30pm  Dr. Iya Khan  ::  Arts & Music

    Funk, Pop & Rock.   

  • 07:00pm  Audubon Meeting: "Mined Lands Reclamation/Wildlife Habitat in Grant County”  ::  Social Events

     FREE and open to the public.Tom Shelley will present “Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Mined Lands Reclamation /Wildlife Habitat in Grant County”.Light refreshments served after the program.     

    Contact  534-0457

  • 07:30pm  Melanie Zipin & the Sugar Leafs  ::  Arts & Music

    Originals, Funky Folk Rock.   

    Contact  538-9911

  • 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

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

    Lots of new items: Halloween decorations and costumes, lamps, small furniture, picture frames, TV's, housewares, clothes, linens, books, CDs and more. Clothes $1/bag after 11:00am. Lots of free stuff outside.   

  • 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 - 05:00pm  Mimbres Valley Harvest Festival!  ::  Arts & Music

    Arts & Crafts Fair!  Farmers' Market!  Kids' Activities!Live Music with Bayou Seco, Chilegumbo & more.Delicious Locally Prepared FoodMimbres Valley Stories & PoetryGiant Raffle with Great PrizesGreenhouse Tours & Workshops9:00 am - 2:00 pm: Free Health Fair   

    Contact  536-9337

  • 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 - 04:00pm  Pinos Altos October Fiesta!  ::  Fundraiser

    Fundraiser for the Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire Department.  Lots of food, drink and fun activities for kids of all ages!The gold mining history of Pinos Altos will be featured. David Rinsch, a gold panning hobbyist will demonstrate gold panning techniques.The ...   

    Contact  574-8394

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

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

    Contact  538-3672

  • 10:30am  WNMU Homecoming Parade!  ::  Social Events

    Starts at the WNMU Juan Chacon Building parking lot and travels through Historic Downtown Silver City.   

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

    Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.   

    Contact  535-2729

  • 03:30pm  "Centennial Care" Forum  ::  Education

    Come learn the exciting changes to improve healthcare coverage for New Mexicans and the important decision you have to make.  Centennial Care is New Mexico's Medicaid program.Sponsored by NM Human Services Department.    

    Contact  1-888-997-2583

  • 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 Princess Bride.   

    Contact  574-8394

  • 06:00pm  MRAC Auction: Harry Benjamin Painting  ::  Fundraiser

    Well-known Silver City dentist, Dr. Gail Willow, has donated a beautiful Harry Benjamin painting to the MRAC to benefit programming. Commissioned in 1990, Dr. Willow paid $3,000 for the painting titled “Palisades at Little Cherry Creek.” Tickets will be $40 ...   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 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

  • 06:30pm  The Oversouls  ::  Arts & Music

    Rock & Soul.   

  • 07:30pm  Tiffany Christopher  ::  Arts & Music

    One Woman Band from Las Cruces.   

    Contact  538-9911

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