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November 10, 2013 - November 16, 2013
November 10, 2013 - November 16, 2013
  • 09:45am  UU Fellowship annual meeting  ::  Spiritual

    Annual Meeting   

  • 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 - 11:00pm  238th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration!  ::  Social Events

    The evening's celebration includes:Social HourBanquet BuffetCutting of the CakeGuests of Honor, Marine Hymn, Birthday Messages and moreDanceCost - $30 for single/$50 for couple.  RSVP to 574-0361   

    Contact  590-2294

  • 07:30am - 11:00am  Coffee with a Vet  ::  Social Events

    Student Memorial Center 1st floor Office of Student Life, WNMU. Commemorate Veteran's Day by sharing your morning with a local veteran.   

    Location  WNMU Student Memorial Center

  • 09:30am - 11:30am  Nurse-managed foot care clinic  ::  Health & Wellness

    9:30-11:30 AM @ Silver City Gospel Mission (drop-in). Questions or more information? Call Sherry Bassi -538-6967.   

    Location  Silver City Gospel Mission

  • 10:00am  Veterans' Day Ceremony  ::  Public Meetings

    The Key Note Speaker will be Department of New Mexico Veterans Services, Deputy Secretary Alan T. Martinez.  The public is encouraged to attend.Participation of local Veterans Service Organizations will include:The American Legion Post 18The American Legion Riders Chapter 13DAVMarine Corps League ...   

    Contact  956-5153

  • 11:00am  Silver City-Grant County Widowed Persons Service  ::  Spiritual

    2nd Mondays.   

    Contact  537-3643

  • 11:30am - 01:30pm  Nurse-managed foot care clinic  ::  Health & Wellness

    11:30-1:30 @ Silver City Senior Center (Call Senior Center for an appointment-388-2545) Questions or more information? Call Sherry Bassi -538-6967.   

  • 02:00pm  Bayard City Council Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    2nd and 4th Mondays.   

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

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

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:30pm - 07:00pm  Gentle Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Monday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 05:30pm - 07:30pm  HIV/AIDS Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

       

  • 06:00pm  Hurley Pride Meeting  ::  Social Events

    2nd and 4th Mondays   

  • 01:00am  Low Vision Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Board Room Gila Regional Medical CenterIndependent Living Teacher with the NM Commission of the Blind will be visiting the area. A support group for anyone dealing with vision loss. 388-1108.   

    Location  Gila Regional Medical Center

  • 06:00am  Azaima Anderson  ::  Arts & Music

    folk and originals  Free   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 08:00am - 05:00pm  Free Light Bulb Exchange  ::  Education

    Exchange your incandescent bulbs for energy saving compact fluorescent bulbs. Free and no limit to the number of bulbs exchanged. Co-sponsored by PNM. For more information call (575) 519-8987.   

    Location  Town of Silver City Office of Sustainability

  • 09:30am - 12:30pm  Basic Computer Class  ::  Education

    Participants will learn fundamentals of computers and get hands-on experience with Windows 7. Register early, limited space. Additional class at 1:30-4:30 p.m.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  578-527-8799, Ext. 110

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Food Co-op Forum: "Fats & Oils"  ::  Health & Wellness

    Nov. 12 and 14.  FREE and open to the public.This Forum is a class on Fats & Oils by Doug Simons.    

    Location  Silver City Food Co-op

    Contact  388-2343

  • 01:30pm - 04:30pm  Basic Computer Class  ::  Education

    Participants will learn fundamentals of computers and get hands-on experience with Windows 7. Register early, limited space.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  578-527-8799, Ext. 110

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  Congressman Pearce's Staff Mobile Office Meeting  ::  Political

    The public is invited to meet face-to-face with members of Congressman Pearce’s staff in a convenient location.  Grant County constituents are encouraged to attend these office hours to discuss legislation, issues important to them, or any help they may need ...   

    Contact  1-855-4-PEARCE

  • 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 - 06:30pm  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

  • 05:30pm - 08:00pm  Take Back the Night!  ::  Public Meetings

    Event to raise awareness and a a time for us to come together as a community to speak out against sexual assault and domestic violence.   

  • 06:00pm  Azaima Anderson  ::  Arts & Music

    folk and originals   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 06:00pm  Silver City-Grant County TEA Party Patriots meeting  ::  Political

    Doors open at 5:00 PM for those wishing a meal.   

    Location  Red Barn Restaurant

  • 06:00pm  TEA Party Patriots Meeting  ::  Political

    2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Doors open at 5:00 pm for those wishing to have a meal.   

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

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

    Contact  534-0101, ext 2108

  • 09:30am - 12:30pm  Basic Computer Class  ::  Education

    fundamentals and Windows 7. To register call Community Action Agency of Southern New Mexico at 575-527-8799, ext. 110. And additional class from 1:30-4:30 p.m.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

  • 10:00am  Christian Writers  ::  Education

    Questions? Contact sclew514@yahoo.com.   

    Location  Messiah Lutheran Church

  • 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  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

       

    Location  Yankie Creek Coffee House

  • 01:30pm - 04:30pm  Basic Computer Class  ::  Education

    Participants will learn fundamentals of computers and get hands-on experience with Windows 7. Register early at 578-527-8799, Ext. 110, limited space. Additional class at 1:30-4:30 p.m.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  578-527-8799, Ext. 110

  • 03:00pm - 04:15pm  Yoga Basics  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Wednesday, taught by Lori Zitzmann.Yoga Basics is a class best suited for beginners or those appreciating a slower paced class.   

  • 03:30pm  Senior Life Cycle meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    next to the courthouse. Everyone welcome!   

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

    FREE.  For ages 4 to 10.   

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Audacity Radio Editing Class  ::  Education

    Todd Dennehy teaches how to record and edit your own KOOT 88.1 FM radio show!Call 534-0130 to reserve a spot.   

    Contact  534-0130

  • 05:30pm - 06:45pm  Beyond Yoga Basics  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Wednesday, taught by Lori Zitzmann.Beyond Yoga Basics: All levels welcome. Best suited for those with some prior yoga experience.   

  • 05:30pm  Democratic Party Meeting  ::  Political

    2nd Wednesdays.  Bring a dish and bring a friend!5:30 pm - Potluck Social6:20 pm - Business Meeting   

    Contact  654-6060

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

    Nostalgic Piano and Jazz.   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 06:00pm - 08:30pm  NM Film Office Town Hall  ::  Public Meetings

    The Silver City Arts and Cultural District on behalf of the Town of Silver City welcomes the New Mexico Film Office on November 13 to take free headshots for casting directors and to facilitate a Town Hall meeting at the ...   

    Location  Silco Theater

  • 06:30pm  Martyn's Brother  ::  Arts & Music

    All the way from ENGLAND!   

    Contact  538-9911

  • 09:30am - 12:30pm  Introduction to the Internet  ::  Education

    Participants will be given an overview of the Internet. Search engines, email and online forms will be covered. Register early at 575-527-8799, Ext. 110 Space is limited Additional class at 1:30-4:30 p.m.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

  • 10:00am  Navajo Weavers Today: talk by Ann Lane Hedlund  ::  Education

    Presentation on weaving, in celebration of the 2013 Silver City Fiber Arts Festival. Ann Lane Hedlund will discuss the growing recognition of Navajo weaving as an art form by collectors, curators and the weavers themselves   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

  • 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  Food Co-op Forum: "Fats & Oils"  ::  Health & Wellness

    Nov. 12 and 14.  FREE and open to the public.This Forum is a class on Fats & Oils by Doug Simons.    

    Location  Silver City Food Co-op

    Contact  388-2343

  • 01:30pm - 04:30pm  Introduction to the Internet  ::  Education

    Participants will be given an overview of the Internet. Search engines, email and online forms will be covered. Register early at 575-527-8799, Ext. 110 Space is limited   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

  • 04:00pm  Gila/Mimbres Community Radio Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    2nd Thursdays.   

    Contact  (575) 597-4891

  • 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  ACLU Meeting  ::  Political

    Open to all.  Public input welcome on any civil liberties issue.   

    Location  The Commons

    Contact  536-3092

  • 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

  • 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  Farhad  ::  Arts & Music

    Spanish Guitar  Free   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 06:00pm  Republican Party Monthly Meeting  ::  Political

    2nd Thursdays.   

  • 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

  • 06:00pm  Trivia Night at Rainbow Village  ::  Social Events

    LGBT will host a Trivia Night the second Thursday of every month. $2, with half the money going to a cash prize for the winner. Bring a snack to share. Call 575-519-5562 for more informaiton.   

    Location  Rainbow Village

  • 06:30pm  Artist Lecture Series: Jean Biddick  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE and open to the public.  Light refreshments will be served.Jean Biddick is an award-winning quiltmaker, author and teacher whose specialty is creating stunning machine-pieced masterpieces. For the past ten years, Jean’s passion has been designing quilts inspired by intricate ...   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 08:00am - 09:30am  Meet and Greet for Alan Webber, gubernatorial candidate  ::  Political

    Meet Alan Webber, Democrat Candidate for Governor, at a Campaign Coffee "Meet & Greet" in Silver City!   Please join us for coffee and pastries . Let's talk good jobs, great schools and anything else on your mind!   

  • 09:00am - 06:00pm  11th Annual Challenging Child Conference  ::  Education

    Registration and payment must be received by November 8th! For more information contact the WNMU/Family Counseling Center at 575-538-6483.   

  • 09:30am - 12:30pm  Introduction to the Internet  ::  Spiritual

    Participants will be given an overview of the Internet. Search engines, email and online forms will be covered. Register early at 575-527-8799, Ext. 110 Space is limited   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Silver City Fiber Arts Festival  ::  Arts & Music

    A Two Day Celebration of All Things Fiber!  November 15 & 16.Fiber art exhibits, quilts, vendors of fine fiber art, fiber art supplies, workshops and demos!Silver City Museum will provide a "Make & Take Fiber Sample" craft activity at their ...   

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Grant County Trails Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Trails Group promotes trail usage, maintenance and programs to keep Grant County walking and hiking to better health.   

  • 01:30pm - 04:30pm  Introduction to the Internet  ::  Education

    Participants will be given an overview of the Internet. Search engines, email and online forms will be covered. Register early at 575-527-8799, Ext. 110 Space is limited   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

  • 05:00pm - 08:00pm  Harry Benjamin artwork, part one, opening reception at WNMU  ::  Arts & Music

    Phase one of a two-part exhibition. Opening reception.  On display through Dec. 3. Second phase to open Jan. 24. Auction Feb. 22.   

    Location  WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art

  • 06:00pm  Coye Cooper  ::  Arts & Music

    country & rock. Free   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 06:00pm - 08:00pm  Fridays' Welding Workshop  ::  Education

    Welding processes will mainly focus on MIG (wire feed) welding with some torch & grinder work. These sessions will give interested folks some hands-on experience with metalwork, while we convert unused bicycles and parts into art and utilitarian objects.   

    Contact  388-1444

  • 07:00pm  "Alien Plant Invasion" Presentation  ::  Education

    Donna Stevens, Director of the Upper Gila Watershed Alliance, presents "Alien Plant Invasion," the results of a three-year inventory of invasive plants in the Aldo Leopold Wilderness.   

    Location  WNMU Harlan Hall

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

    FREE.  November 15 & 17.Directed by Valdeen Wooton and accompanied by Virginia Robertson on piano and Bill Baldwin on bass viola, the chorus will sing old favorites, spirituals, and songs from Broadway and film. Also on the program is a song ...   

  • 07:30pm  Laura Meyer  ::  Arts & Music

    Folk Rock Songwriter from California.   

    Contact  538-9911

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

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

    Contact  388-2010

  • 10:00am - 11:30am  Celebrate International Yoga Day!  ::  Health & Wellness

    Three FREE classes: 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm.Class size is limited to 12, so reservations are requested at 313-2773. All props for the classes will be provided; you only need to bring your enthusiasm and willingness.    

    Contact  313-2773

  • 10:00am - 02:00pm  Community Bike Ride  ::  Kids' Activity

    picking up additional rider at The Bike Works Branch shop, 820 Bullard St. @ 10:30 am. Bikes and helmets are available at the Root shop. Bring a lunch or some $ to pick some up. 388-1444   

    Location  Bike Works Shop

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Silver City Fiber Arts Festival  ::  Arts & Music

    A Two Day Celebration of All Things Fiber!  November 15 & 16.Fiber art exhibits, quilts, vendors of fine fiber art, fiber art supplies, workshops and demos!Silver City Museum will provide a "Make & Take Fiber Sample" craft activity at their ...   

  • 10:00am - 02:00pm  Workshop with arborist Cheyenne Thomas  ::  Education

    Cheyenne will teach Proper Pruning for tree beauty, health, and productivity, demonstrating techniques on five fruit trees on the site. After a bring-your-own lunch, Jean Eisenhower of Home and Garden Inspiration presents an introduction to Yard and Garden Infrastructure Design, ...   

  • 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 - 02:30pm  Celebrate International Yoga Day!  ::  Health & Wellness

    Three FREE classes: 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm.Class size is limited to 12, so reservations are requested at 313-2773. All props for the classes will be provided; you only need to bring your enthusiasm and willingness.    

    Contact  313-2773

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

    Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.   

    Contact  535-2729

  • 02:00pm  Mariachi Concert!  ::  Fundraiser

    30th Anniversary Fundraiser to support El Refugio in its efforts to stop Domestic Violence.   

    Contact  538-2125 ext. 11

  • 06:00pm  Addison's Uncle & Friends  ::  Arts & Music

     Free   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 06:00pm  Classics Through the Decades  ::  Fundraiser

    Classics through the Decades. 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Silco Theater, 311 N. Bullard, Silver City. Showing Cyrano De Bergerac (6pm) and Plan 9 from Outer Space (8:30pm). $10 donation suggested per showing.   

    Location  Silco Theater

  • 07:00pm  Mariachi Concert!  ::  Fundraiser

    30th Anniversary Fundraiser to support El Refugio in its efforts to stop Domestic Violence.   

    Contact  538-2125 ext. 11

  • 07:30pm  The Oversouls  ::  Arts & Music

    Local Rock & Soul. Free.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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