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July 06, 2014 - July 12, 2014
July 06, 2014 - July 12, 2014
  • 10:00am  "Going to Walden" Presentation  ::  Spiritual

    The service will consist of a DVD sermon, "Going to Walden," originally presented by Ministerial Intern Bryan Elwood. What can we learn from Thoreau's living at Walden? What would Transcendentalists find in today's congregations and fellowships?Join us. There will be ...   

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

    Every Sunday.   

    Location  LGBT Grant County Center

    Contact  519-5562

  • 08:00pm  "TICKER: or Of Gods and Cream Puffs” - Original Play  ::  Arts & Music

    Virus Theater New Original Play. Not necessarily appropriate for young children.Tickets at Yada Yada Yarn in Silver City or Little Toad Creek Inn & Tavern in Lake Roberts.   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Inn & Tavern

    Contact  536-9649

  • 04:00pm  Lego Mindstorms Robot-Building Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Ages 10 and up.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

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

    Every Monday.   

    Location  LGBT Grant County Center

    Contact  519-5562

  • 10:30am  Creative Creations  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE. All ages.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Food Co-op Forum: "Make Your Own Sorbet"  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE and open to everyone. July 8 & July 10.See how easy it is to make your own sorbets at home! Cool down with the fruits of the garden in frozen form. We will make 4 dairy-free decadent desserts: raspberry, banana, ...   

    Location  Silver City Food Co-op Community Room

    Contact  388-2343

  • 01:00pm - 03:30pm  Congressman Pearce's Staff Mobile Office Meeting  ::  Political

    The public is invited to meet face-to-face with members of Congressman Pearce’s staff to discuss legislation, issues important to them, or any help they may need with casework/assistance in dealing with a federal agency.   

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

    Support group for people with vision loss and blindness.    

    Location  Gila Regional Medical Center

    Contact  388-1108

  • 04:00pm  Chess Club  ::  Sports

    All ages welcome!   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:30pm - 06:15pm  "How to Start and Maintain a Daily Meditation Practice"  ::  Health & Wellness

    In the series "How to Start and Maintain a Daily Meditation Practice," we will map out a step-by-step process through which you can establish a daily meditation practice of 25 minutes each day.Each class will start with a 20-25 minute guided ...   

    Location  Billy Casper Wellness Center

    Contact  313-4087

  • 06:00pm - 07:30pm  International Folk Dance Group  ::  Arts & Music

    Folk dance instructors Diane Princehouse and Harvey Gardner will teach mostly easy dances from countries around the world. No partners needed. All dances will be taught.Non-dancing observers are welcome. Light refreshments served. Free-will donation ($1).    

    Contact  654-0103

  • 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

  • 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

  • 03:30pm  Senior Life Cycle Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    FREE.Community group dedicated to raising the quality of life for seniors in Grant County.   

    Contact  388-1198

  • 04:30pm - 05:30pm  Lego Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Ages 4 to 10.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Movie Maker! Class  ::  Education

    Want to show others your photos but they aren't interested? Learn how to turn your digital photos into a video production!FREE to members; non-members pay $10. Call 534-0130 to reserve a spot 24 hours in advance. Space is limited.   

    Location  CATS/KOOTS Studio

    Contact  534-0130

  • 10:30am  Fire Science with Smokey the Bear!  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.For children of all ages.    

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 11:45am  Chamber of Commerce Lunch Meeting  ::  Social Events

    The three presenters will be:PNM presents local grant recipients.United Way of Southwest New Mexico CEO, Michael Zaragoza, gives presentation of their efforts in Grant County and discusses future plans for this area.Chamber presents July 4 Parade Award WinnersThe cost is ...   

    Location  Red Barn Restaurant

    Contact  538-3785

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Brown Bag Series: "200th Coast Artillery, Battery G in Bataan"  ::  Education

    Terry Humble and Don Turner will present the Brown Bag Program, "200th Coast Artillery, Battery G in Bataan."Don Turner and Terry Humble will discuss the residents of Silver City and Grant County who were at Bataan during World War II. ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum Annex

    Contact  538-5921

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Food Co-op Forum: "Make Your Own Sorbet"  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE and open to everyone. July 8 & July 10.See how easy it is to make your own sorbets at home! Cool down with the fruits of the garden in frozen form. We will make 4 dairy-free decadent desserts: raspberry, banana, ...   

    Location  Silver City Food Co-op Community Room

    Contact  388-2343

  • 04:00pm  Movies at the Library  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE. All ages.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:30pm  "Green Drinks" Monthly Meeting  ::  Social Events

    The monthly Green Drinks meeting is sponsored by the Southwest NM Green Chamber of Commerce and the NM Solar Energy Association-Silver City Chapter.Please join us and bring a friend! Food and drinks are Dutch Treat.   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Brewery

    Contact  538-1337

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

    Guided group meditation every Thursday.   

    Location  Billy Casper Wellness Center

    Contact  313-4087.

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

    Dinner at 5:00 pm for those who wish to eat before the meeting.Meeting starts at 6:00 pm.   

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

    Contact  538-1623

  • 06:00pm - 08:00pm  Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society Meeting  ::  Social Events

    This month's meeting will be our annual Holiday Dinner. Enjoy ham and turkey provided by the club. Each family brings its own plates (don't forget one for dessert too), utensils, napkins, a beverage and a dish to share. Also, bring ...   

    Location  Silver City Senior Center

  • 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

  • 09:00am  Grant County Commission Special 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

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Art at the Hearst  ::  Arts & Music

    Friday, Saturday, & Sunday.The featured artist on Friday is long-time guild member and well-known local artist Barbara Kejr. In her paintings of the Southwest, she says the clear skies and wide vistas are her inspiration.   

    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

  • 01:00pm - 04:00pm  Genealogy Workshop  ::  Education

    FREE and open to everyone.Sponsored by the Jacob Bennett Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Of interest to anyone working on genealogy.   

    Location  Silver City Museum Annex

  • 02:00pm  Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: AVESA Holistic Therapies  ::  Social Events

       

    Location  AVESA Holistic Therapies

  • 02:00pm  Youth Do It Yourself Project  ::  Kids' Activity

    FREE.Youth do-it-yourself project for children ages 10 and up.    

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 05:00pm - 08:00pm  Opening Reception for Narrie Toole  ::  Arts & Music

    Opening reception for Narrie O'Toole's Contemporary Southwest Oil Paintings.The show will continue through August 31.   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Inn & Tavern

    Contact  536-9649

  • 05:30pm  Taizé Service  ::  Spiritual

    FREE. 2nd Fridays.Taizé-style worship consists of sung prayer, alternating with spoken scripture readings, spoken prayer and silence.  The service is non–denominational, and all are welcome.Doors of the church are open at 5:00 pm for silent contemplation.   

    Location  Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

  • 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 - 12:00pm  HDHS Vaccination Clinic  ::  Health & Wellness

    Bring your pets to the High Desert Humane Society for vaccination.   

    Location  High Desert Humane Society

    Contact  538-9261

  • 10:00am - 05:00pm  Art at the Hearst  ::  Arts & Music

    Friday, Saturday, & Sunday.The featured artist on Saturday is Mary Soule, whose work includes ceramics, needlework, fabric art and photography.   

    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

  • 10:00am  Conservation Conversations  ::  Education

    FREE. July 12 and 19.Two members of the local Audubon chapter, Lisa Fields and Terry Timme, will cover various topics on local water issues. Topics covered will include a look at the characteristics and capacities of our water resources in Southwestern ...   

    Location  Bayard Public Library

    Contact  534-9284

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm  Craft Class: Tile Making  ::  Kids' Activity

    Young crafters will work with local artist Judy Menefee, to learn how to paint Mimbres designs on tiles and gourds. Crafters will learn about the Mimbres designs and paint their own tile which will be fired after the class.  For crafters aged ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

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

    DAR members and anyone interested in joining the DAR are invited to attend.    

    Location  Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

    Contact  574-8394

  • 11:00am  Re-Dedication of the Catwalk Historic Marker  ::  Social Events

    The Catwalk historic marker describes the history of mining in Whitewater Canyon and was originally placed at the picnic area at the Catwalk on June 5, 1966.After the flooding of 2012 and 2013, the newly refurbished historic marker was reinstalled ...   

    Location  Catwalk Recreation Area

    Contact  574-8394

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  Artist Reception: Blythe Whitely  ::  Arts & Music

    Meet the artist.   

    Location  The Common Thread

    Contact  538-5733

  • 04:00pm - 07:00pm  Closing Reception & Talk: Judith Meyer  ::  Arts & Music

    Judith Meyer's exhibit: The Inextinguishable.   

    Location  Seedboat Gallery

    Contact  534-1136

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