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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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