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10:00am "Community with Unity" Presentation :: Spiritual
The producer and host of "Civil Discourse" on Gila/Mimbres Community Radio, Jamie Newton, will speak on his vision of the power of independent, listener-supported community radio to illuminate and clarify issues that can divide us, and through dialogue to open ...
11:00am - 02:00pm Silver City Food Co-op Annual Picnic! :: Social Events
We are taking a huge group photo for our 40th anniversary. Come early to be part of the Co-op Community Photo which will be taken at 11:30.The Co-op will provide the main dish. Please bring a salad or dessert dish ...
Location Gomez Peak Picnic Area
Contact 388-2343
12:00pm - 01:30pm LGBT Brunch :: Social Events
Every Sunday.
Location LGBT Grant County Center
Contact 519-5562
11:00am AARP Widowed Persons Service Meeting :: Social Events
Monthly, 2nd Mondays. All singles are welcome.
Location Glad Tidings Church
Contact 537-3643
05:30pm - 07:00pm HIV/AIDS Support Group :: Health & Wellness
Every Monday.
Location LGBT Grant County Center
Contact 519-5562
06:00pm - 07:30pm Planting for Eating & Saving Seed Class :: Education
2nd Mondays, April through October.Taught by two local experts, George Farmer and Monica Rude, this seven course series will cover planning a garden for seed saving, getting intimate with plants, soil and cultivation, harvesting and seed processing, seed storage and ...
Location The Commons
Contact 388-2988
12:00pm - 01:00pm Food Co-op Forum: "Brew your own Probiotic Beverages" :: Education
This class demonstrates how to brew your own probiotic beverages. Come learn the basic two-step fermentation process using kefir grains, organic sugar and juice.
Location Silver City Food Co-op Satellite Space
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
05:30pm - 06:15pm Meditation Series "What is Your Life’s Purpose?” :: Health & Wellness
We will draw extensively from A New Earth; Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose, by Eckhart Tolle. Each class will start w/ a 20-25 minute guided meditation, followed by 20-25 minutes of commentary. Each class is self-contained . . . attend one, some ...
Location Billy Casper Wellness Center
Contact 313-4087.
06:00pm - 07:30pm International Folk Dancing :: Arts & Music
FREE.No experience or partner required. Dancing each Tuesday at this location through August.
Location Knights of Columbus Hall
Contact 313-6985
06:00pm Silver City Town Council :: Public Meetings
2nd & 4th Tuesdays.Agenda available from Town Clerk.
Location Grant County Administration Center
Contact 534-6346
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
12:00pm - 01:00pm Lunch & Learn: "Conducting Citizen Inventories in the Gila National Forest" :: Education
FREE and open to the public.Presenter: Nathan Newcomer
Location WNMU Besse-Forward Global Resource Center
Contact 538-6835
01:00pm Gin Rummy :: Social Events
Every Wednesday. Everyone invited!
Location Yankie Creek Coffee House
02:00pm - 04:00pm Basic Computer Skills Series :: Education
FREE. Wednesdays & Fridays, August 27 through September 19.Presented by WNMU Adult Education Services.Covers computer hardware basics, computer operation basics, internet and emailing, and Microsoft Office basics.Register at the first class on 8/27 or call 574-5101. Limit 14 students.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 538-3672
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 Video Editor Class :: Education
Learn about Movie Maker, a free video editing program, and how to "Spruce Up Your Videos"!Reserve a spot (at least 24 hours in advance) at: 534-1030.
Location CATS/KOOTS Studio
Contact 534-0130
12:00pm - 01:00pm Food Co-op Forum: "Brew your own Probiotic Beverages" :: Education
This class demonstrates how to brew your own probiotic beverages. Come learn the basic two-step fermentation process using kefir grains, organic sugar and juice.
Location Silver City Food Co-op Satellite Space
Contact 388-2343
02:00pm - 07:00pm 9/11 "Honoring Our Heroes" Memorial Celebration :: Social Events
Honor the victims of 9/11 by visiting Gough Park, which will have:Memorial Boards - Listing each and every name of the3,355 victims Front Page Newspaper Articles from September 11, 2001Powerpoint Presentation - Depicting over 150 pictures of the devastation of that fateful dayWalk throughout ...
Location Gough Park
Contact 574-8109
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
06:30pm Artist Lecture Series: Michael Cook :: Arts & Music
MRAC, WILL, and WNMU are partnering to present painter Michael Cook, artist, educator, and innovator.FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Location WNMU Parotti Recital Hall
Contact 538-2505
08:30pm Run On Sentence :: Arts & Music
Indie Rock - on tour.
Location Little Toad Creek Brewery
Contact 956-6144
Pickamania! :: Arts & Music
FREE Festival!Mimbres Region Arts Council presents the 6th Annual Pickamania, featuring:Sarah JaroszSteve Riley & the Mamou PlayboysFishtank EnsemblehONEyhoUSeRun Boy RunLittlest BirdsSteep RavineLost Howlin' CoyotesMountainaire Folk MusicHigher Ground Bluegrass
Location Gough Park
Contact 538-2505
02:00pm - 04:00pm Basic Computer Skills Series :: Education
FREE. Wednesdays & Fridays, August 27 through September 19.Presented by WNMU Adult Education Services.Covers computer hardware basics, computer operation basics, internet and emailing, and Microsoft Office basics.Register at the first class on 8/27 or call 574-5101. Limit 14 students.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 538-3672
04:30pm - 07:00pm Artist's Reception: "The Notion of Landscape" :: Arts & Music
This opening reception introduces the solo survey exhibition of paintings by Michael Cook titled "Michael Cook: The Notion of Landscape" featuring his work from 1981-2009.The exhibition runs from September 12 through October 17.
Location WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art
Contact 538-6517
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
06:30pm - 09:00pm Street Dance! :: Arts & Music
The Silver City Food Co-op is proud to sponsor The Out of Kilters of Tucson, traditional Irish music from rousing ballads to toe-tapping jigs and reels that make you want to get up and dance!
Location Silver City Food Co-op Parking Lot
Contact 388-2343
08:30pm String Beans :: Arts & Music
Hoppin' Americana Blue Grass
Location Little Toad Creek Brewery
Contact 956-6144
Pickamania! :: Arts & Music
FREE Festival!Mimbres Region Arts Council presents the 6th Annual Pickamania, featuring:Sarah JaroszSteve Riley & the Mamou PlayboysFishtank EnsemblehONEyhoUSeRun Boy RunLittlest BirdsSteep RavineLost Howlin' CoyotesMountainaire Folk MusicHigher Ground Bluegrass
Location Gough Park
Contact 538-2505
08:00am James H. Pirtle Walk For The Heroes :: Fundraiser
The walk is named after James H. Pirtle, an army specialist who became the first New Mexican to be killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom in October of 2003, and is sponsored by the Marine Corps League Gaffney-Oglesby Detachment 1328 and other ...
Location Gateway Restaurant & Motel
08:00am - 12:00pm Rummage Sale :: Fundraiser
First Presbyterian Church of Silver City is having a rummage sale, including furniture, household goods, clothing at $5 a bag, books, and more – something for everyone. Come and get some great deals!Proceeds will be shared between missions and the ...
Location First Presbyterian Church
Contact 538 3513
08:00am - 12:00pm Silver City Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Every Saturday during growing season.Enjoy fresh produce, meats, and fixin's from local farmers, as well as accompaniment by local musicians!
Location Silver City Farmers' Market
Contact 388-2343
08:30am - 02:00pm Silver City Art Market :: Arts & Music
Local artists & artisans.
Location 7th & Bullard Parking Lot
09:00am - 02:00pm Friends of the Library Quarterly Book Sale :: Fundraiser
9:00 to 10:00 am - Friends of the Library Members only10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Open to the public$.50 paperbacks, $1.00 Hardbacks. Browse to discover new authors or pick up old favorites.
Location Friends of the Library Warehouse
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
09:30am - 11:30am Ft. Bayard Walking Tour :: Tours
Tour the Old Fort Bayard, meeting at the Commanding Officer's Quarters #26.
Location Old Fort Bayard
Contact 388-4477
10:00am - 12:00pm Craft Class: "Felt Making" :: Kids' Activity
Young crafters will have fun making a felt masterpiece wall hanging and creating felt balls to string or use as cat toys! Felting is one of the oldest fiber arts and felt is super fun to make. Plan on getting ...
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
10:00am - 02:00pm Red Hot Children's Fiesta! :: Kids' Activity
Great, fun activities for children and families to participate in such as face painting, educational or craft making,
Location Penny Park
Contact 388-1198 ext. 10
01:00pm - 02:30pm Maggie Toulouse Oliver, Democratic Candidate :: Political
The Grant County Democratic Party announces a meet and greet/fundraiser for Maggie Toulouse Oliver, the Democratic candidate for New Mexico Secretary of State. Senator Howie Morales and Rep. Rudy Martinez will be special guests.
Contact 654-6060
02:00pm - 03:00pm Book Signing: "Last Train to El Paso" :: Arts & Music
Author Jerry J. Lobdill will present and sign his book, Last Train to El Paso: The Mysterious Unsolved Murder of a Cattle Baron.The central event is the contract murder of Thomas Lyons, the owner of the largest ranch in the ...
Location Silver City Museum Annex
Contact 538-5921
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