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May 18, 2014 - May 24, 2014
May 18, 2014 - May 24, 2014
  • 10:00am  "Death with Dignity" Presentation  ::  Spiritual

    Adrienne Dare will speak about the Death with Dignity movement in New Mexico. We will be updated on legislation in New Mexico and the ongoing activity all across the country, and be reminded of options for a peaceful death.Please join ...   

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Grant County Chicano Music Project Gallery Talk  ::  Arts & Music

    Silver City Museum presents a Grant County Chicano Music Project Gallery Talk with Zeke Herrera of the band "Zeke and the Ambassadors."Come and learn about the band from Zeke himself and see the musical history of the county in the "Parece ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

  • 12:00pm - 01:30pm  LGBT Brunch  ::  Social Events

    Every Sunday.   

    Location  LGBT Grant County Center

    Contact  519-5562

  • 02:00pm  Silver City Museum Book Club Meeting  ::  Social Events

    3rd Sundays.The Silver City Museum Book Club is forming and looking for new members to discuss all books in the southwest genre.  This is a great way to learn about everything southwest.   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

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

    Pasta, bread, dessert and beverage for a $10 donation.Entertainment by Byron Trammell on Guitar.Funds raised benefit Bridge Community, a project to bring a continuum of care senior living facility (independent through end-of-life), all on one campus, to Silver City.     

    Location  First United Methodist Church

    Contact  538-5754

  • 07:30pm  Michael Batdorf  ::  Arts & Music

    Chicken-fried Prison Music   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Brewery

    Contact  956-6144

  • 12:15pm - 12:45pm  Laughter Club  ::  Social Events

    FREE. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Mondays.Use the physical act of laughter to enhance your health. Lots of breathing, laughing, and clapping.Sponsored by the Active & Alive Club.   

    Location  Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

    Contact  388-0243

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

    Every Monday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 05:30pm - 07:00pm  HIV/AIDS Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Monday.   

    Location  LGBT Grant County Center

    Contact  519-5562

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

    The agendas for these meetings may be altered up to thirty-six (36) hours prior to the meetings; copies can be obtained from the County Manager’s Office or viewed online at www.grantcountynm.com.   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  574-0006

  • 11:30am  GC Federated Republican Women's Meeting  ::  Political

    Third Tuesdays.It’s a potluck, but for those who can’t bring something, a donation of  $2.00 is welcomed.     

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

    Contact  388-3717

  • 11:30am - 12:45pm  Slow Flow Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Tuesday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

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

    A support group for anyone dealing with vision loss.   

    Contact  388-1108

  • 01:30pm  Gila/San Francisco Water Commission Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

       

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

  • 05:30pm - 06:15pm  "Modern Practices for Training the Mind" Meditation Series  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE and open to the public.Each class will start with a 20-25 minute guided meditation, followed by 20-25 minutes of commentary.  Each class is self-contained: attend one, some or all five classes.  No prior meditation experience is necessary. Everyone is ...   

    Location  Billy Casper Wellness Center

    Contact  313-4087

  • 06:00pm  Grant County Federated Republican Women’s Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    The guest speaker is Mike Morones, the Mayor of the Town of Silver City.The meeting is a potluck, but for those who can't bring something, a donation of $2.00 is welcomed. This is also a time to bring in items ...   

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

    Contact  388-3717

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

    Doors open at 5:00 PM for those wishing a meal.The topic of the Special Meeting will be AWSA water issues in the Gila Basin. A presentation will be given by Norm Gaume critiquing the proposed diversion projects that will affect SW ...   

    Location  Red Barn Restaurant

  • 08:30am - 12:30pm  AARP Driver Safety Class  ::  Education

    The class is open to anyone aged 55 and older.Cost is $15. for AARP members and $20. for non- members.Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Jerry at (575) 590-0540 to register.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  590-0540

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

    FREE.Join us in the second floor conference room for free consulting services to nonprofit organizations (or those considering becoming a nonprofit org).   

    Location  The Center for Health Innovation

    Contact  534-0101, ext 2108

  • 09:00am - 11:00pm  Medicare Assistance  ::  Health & Wellness

    SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) Volunteers are available to answer questions about Medicare and help with applications for medication assistance.   

    Location  Silver Health Care

    Contact  538-2981

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  Recreation Center Summer Program Registration  ::  Kids' Activity

    The Summer Pprogram is open to children ages 6-12. It is on a first-come first-serve basis. A $10 registration fee per family and original birth certificates are required at the time of registration.    

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  388-3087

  • 10:30am  Storytime  ::  Kids' Activity

    All Ages.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Every Wednesday. Everyone invited!   

    Location  Yankie Creek Coffee House

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Digital Photo Editing Class  ::  Education

    Editing digital photos into a movie format is easy! Your pictures will stand out from the crowd!FREE to members; $10 to non-members. Call to reserve a space at least 24 hours in advance: 534-0130.   

    Location  CATS/KOOTS Studio

    Contact  534-0130

  • 11:30am - 12:45pm  Vinyasa Flow Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Thursday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • Silver City Blues Festival!  ::  Arts & Music

    Friday Night at Little Toad Creek:7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Roadrunners9:00pm – 1:00 am Felix Y Los GatosSaturday at Gough Park:12:15 – 1:15 pm Iya Khan1:45 – 2:45 pm Blue Monday3:15 – 4:45 pm Memphis P-Tails 5:15 – 6:45 pm ...   

    Contact  538-2505

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  "Nature's Gifts" Quilt Show  ::  Arts & Music

    Sponsored by the Southwest New Mexico Quilters Guild. Viewers will be able to vote on their favorite quilt and will be able to purchase tickets for a southwest-themed donation quilt.   

    Location  Silver City Woman's Club

    Contact  388-1620

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

    Live Music.   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 07:00pm  Gleemaiden Concert  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE and open to the public.Elizabeth DeMoss, Maria Casler, Wind Markham and Kori Wilken sing traditional, gospel and patriotic music blending their rich harmonies into a delightful sound.Sponsored by the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society.    

    Location  Fort Bayard New Deal Theater

    Contact  388-4477

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

    Live Music.   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Brewery

  • Silver City Blues Festival!  ::  Arts & Music

    Friday Night at Little Toad Creek:7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Roadrunners9:00pm – 1:00 am Felix Y Los GatosSaturday at Gough Park:12:15 – 1:15 pm Iya Khan1:45 – 2:45 pm Blue Monday3:15 – 4:45 pm Memphis P-Tails 5:15 – 6:45 pm ...   

    Contact  538-2505

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

    Every Saturday during growing season.Enjoy fresh produce, meats, and fixin's from local farmers, as well as accompaniment by local musicians!   

    Location  Silver City Farmers' Market

    Contact  388-2343

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  "Nature's Gifts" Quilt Show  ::  Arts & Music

    Sponsored by the Southwest New Mexico Quilters Guild. Viewers will be able to vote on their favorite quilt and will be able to purchase tickets for a southwest-themed donation quilt.   

    Location  Silver City Woman's Club

    Contact  388-1620

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  Pinos Altos Art Gallery Show  ::  Arts & Music

    Three different featured artists will be showcasing their work May 24, 25, and 26.On May 24, the featured artist will be Carolyn Paez. The beautiful landscapes of the Southwest inspire Carolyn’s paintings. She has worked in oils, acrylics, watercolors and ...   

    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

  • 10:00am - 11:30am  Vinyasa Flow Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Saturday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 11:00am - 02:00pm  Gila Wild: Celebrate 90th Anniversary of the Gila Wilderness  ::  Education

    FREE. The public is invited to an opening reception with light refreshments.Ray Torres, District Ranger of the Wilderness District, will provide opening remarks and be available during the opening to answer questions about the Gila Wilderness.Smokey Bear will also be available ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

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

    Rock & Roll.   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 08:00pm  City of Rocks Star Party!  ::  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: Viewing ...   

    Location  City of Rocks State Park

    Contact  536-2800

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