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August 04, 2019 - August 10, 2019
August 04, 2019 - August 10, 2019
  • Cosmic Campground Weekend  ::  Social Events

    Bring a friend, red filtered flashlight, very warm clothes, a lawn chair, and telescope and binoculars if you have them. Make new friends and enjoy the wonders of the night sky.   

    Location  Cosmic Campground

    Contact  www.cosmiccampground.org/

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Yesterday" (PG-13) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 10:00am - 11:00pm  "Why Humans Need Liturgy"   ::  Spiritual

    Lynda Aiman-Smith will discuss the importance of liturgy to the human experience. Although this is not a Family Program Sunday, childcare will be available. There will be coffee and conversation after the service, and visitors are always welcome.   

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or www.uufsc.com

  • 02:00pm  Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Avengers: Endgame" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 15th Annual Gila River Festival Online Registration   ::  Social Events

    Online registration events and workshops for the Gila River Festival begins July 1. To find out details and to register go to www.gilariverfestival.org or call 575-538-8078. Like us on Facebook at  https://www.facebook.com/GilaRiverFestival/.   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition  ::  Arts & Music

    Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.   

    Location  Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office

    Contact  http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila

  • 11:00am  Laughter Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Use the physical act of laughter to enhance your health. No jokes are used, but lots of breathing, laughing and clapping. Free.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-388-0243

  • 12:05pm - 01:00pm  New Hope Al-Anon Family Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Al Anon Family Groups are for family and friends of alcoholics. This is an Open Meeting of Al-Anon.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 07:00pm  Adult Ballet  ::  Health & Wellness

    Beginning level with career professional ballerina, Sallyann Mulcahy.   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition  ::  Arts & Music

    Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.   

    Location  Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office

    Contact  http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila

  • 12:00pm - 12:55pm  Tai Chi: 8 Forms  ::  Health & Wellness

    WNMU Expressive Arts Pavilion (Behind FACT; in front of McCray Gallery). Outdoors, in the shade. Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Benches for sitting, but you ...   

    Location  WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art

    Contact  575-313-6883 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 12:30pm  · Grant County Collaborative Senior Services Project Town Hall Meeting   ::  Public Meetings

    Organized by HMS, we would like to hear your thoughts about care needs of our aging seniors. Refreshments will be provided and attendees will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a $10 gift card. Please Help ...   

    Location  Silver City Senior Center

  • 01:00pm - 03:00pm  Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group  ::  Arts & Music

    The Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group welcomes writers of all levels to participate. All writing is done during the session. Free. Endorsed by the Southwest Festival of the Written Word at www.swwordfiesta.or   

    Location  Silver City Visitor Center

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 575-534-0207

  • 04:00pm  Minecraft Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Kids ages 6-12 are invited to play and explore collaboratively with Minecraft in a social setting. If you have a Minecraft account, bring your login information. If you do not, the library will provide a log-in for you. Free, no ...   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm - 06:00pm  Yoga For Veterans  ::  Health & Wellness

    Free (active duty and military families as well). Every Tuesday Beginners level, very gentle. Held at the American Legion Hall. Park in the back and enter from that door. Sponsored by the Lotus Center, a community non-profit yoga studio.   

    Location  American Legion Post 18

  • 05:30pm  Zumba Fitness in Hurley  ::  Health & Wellness

    Zumba Fitness is a moderate-high intensity aerobic fitness class moving to Zumba choreography and inspired Latin music. All classes cost $3/class.   

    Location  Hurley Community Center

  • 06:00pm  Republican Party of Grant County Potluck and Meeting  ::  Political

    6:00 pm potluck; 6:30 pm General Membership meeting. Guest Speaker - Mr. Chris Mathys-Candidate for Congressional District 2   

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

  • 07:00pm  PFLAG Silver City Meeting  ::  Social Events

    The meeting will feature the work of local poet Raven Drake. Raven Drake explores a non-binary path to divinity through myth and poetry. A question and answer opportunity will follow the presentation.. The public is invited, and refreshments will be served.   

    Contact  575-590-8797 or www.pflagsilver.org

  • Curbside Consulting  ::  Education

    FREE! Help for non-profits or those considering one. Every Wednesday, by appointment only.    

    Location  College Plaza Suite #16

    Contact  575-597-0035 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Yesterday" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  Wednesday Farmers' Market  ::  Social Events

    All kinds of fresh produce available.   

    Location  Ace Hardware

  • 10:00am - 11:15am  Ballet for Adults: Body and Spirit  ::  Health & Wellness

    For more information on the class, please visit:http://www.lotuscentersc.org/classes-moving-arts/   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition  ::  Arts & Music

    Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.   

    Location  Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office

    Contact  http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila

  • 10:30am  Storytime  ::  Kids' Activity

    Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, movement, and simple crafts. Storytimes are designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary. Today's Storytime will be about Back to School.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 01:00pm  Babytime, Sing and Play  ::  Kids' Activity

    Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, and movement for infants 0-24 months and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Beginners welcome, experts challenged.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

    Contact  575-534-9355

  • 01:30pm  State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    A meeting of the State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind to discuss The agenda will be posted at least three days prior to the meeting at cfb.state.nm.us. Any individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, ...   

    Location  WNMU Miller Library

    Contact  Kelly Burma at 505-841-8844 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Future Engineers  ::  Kids' Activity

    Creative construction fun with LEGO® bricks, K'NEX®, and Strawbees as well as STEAM activities to experiment with! This activity is geared toward children ages 6-12. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:30pm - 06:45pm  Belly Dancing with Zoe Wolfe  ::  Health & Wellness

    Offered four Wednesdays in August. Attend one, some, or all four classes. No prior experience is necessary; everyone is welcome! $10 Drop-in, $8 w/ a Lotus class card.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  www.LotusCenterSC.org/Events

  • 06:00pm - 07:00pm  Al-Anon Family Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    This is an open meeting.   

    Location  Arenas Valley Church of Christ

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:00pm  Spaghetti Night With Byron Trammell  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • 15th Annual Gila River Festival Online Registration   ::  Social Events

    Online registration events and workshops for the Gila River Festival begins July 1. To find out details and to register go to www.gilariverfestival.org or call 575-538-8078. Like us on Facebook at  https://www.facebook.com/GilaRiverFestival/.   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Yesterday" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 09:00am  State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    A meeting of the State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind to discuss The agenda will be posted at least three days prior to the meeting at cfb.state.nm.us. Any individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, ...   

    Location  WNMU Miller Library

    Contact  Kelly Burma at 505-841-8844 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

  • 10:00am - 06:00pm  Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition  ::  Arts & Music

    Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.   

    Location  Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office

    Contact  http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila

  • 10:30am - 11:30am  Little Artist Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will be making Sailboats. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 12:00pm - 12:55pm  Tai Chi: 8 Forms  ::  Health & Wellness

    WNMU Expressive Arts Pavilion (Behind FACT; in front of McCray Gallery). Outdoors, in the shade. Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Benches for sitting, but you ...   

    Location  WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art

    Contact  575-313-6883 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 04:00pm  WildWorks  ::  Kids' Activity

    Robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more will be available. Experiment and create! Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm  TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) #0288 Chapter Meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    Starts with weigh in from 5:00 to 5:30 pm and our meeting starts at 5:30 pm. Come meet the members, get tips on getting started and think about joining us to make your life healthy. Use side door.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  505-934-1182 or 303-902-8236

  • 05:30pm  Zumba Fitness in Hurley  ::  Health & Wellness

    Zumba Fitness is a moderate-high intensity aerobic fitness class moving to Zumba choreography and inspired Latin music. All classes cost $3/class.   

    Location  Hurley Community Center

  • 07:00pm  "Dance Me Outside"  ::  Arts & Music

    The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society summer film series, entitled “Perspectives on Native American Leadership in War and Peace.” Mr. Joe Saenz of the Chihenne Apache tribe will introduce the films, and lead post- showing discussions. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with ...   

    Location  Santa Clara Armory

    Contact  575-534-1379 or 575-574-8779

  • 10:00am - 02:00pm  Smokey the Bear 75th Birthday Party  ::  Social Events

    Gila National Forest invites you to participate in celebrating the legacy of Smokey Bear’s reaching his 75th Birthday. Come share the food, the fun, and friends! You can help make this party extra special and snap a few selfies with ...   

    Location  Bataan Park

    Contact  https://www.fs.usda.gov/gila

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Women Embracing Recovery Al-Anon Meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    We-R Group (a Women’s feelings meeting). Park on Ridge Loop; walk around the building to enter via side entrance to lower level. This meeting is limited to female Al-Anon members and prospective members   

    Location  La Clinica Health & Birth Center

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:30pm  "Free Rein"  ::  Arts & Music

    Local Classic Rock, Country and Alternative originals.   

    Location  Buckhorn Opera House

  • 07:00pm  Movie Night at Glenwood Community Library  ::  Social Events

    The film is “The Mustang,” based on a real-life rural Nevada prison rehabilitation program. A convict is transformed as he takes on the challenge to break a wild mustang to be sold at auction. Free popcorn and soft drinks are ...   

    Location  Glenwood Library

  • 07:00pm  Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Aladdin" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Toy Story 4" (G) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 08:00am - 05:00pm  Gila Fish and Gun Club Gun Show  ::  Social Events

    Vendors of firearms, jewelry, knives and gifts will be on hand for the show. Food will be provided by Lone Mountain 4-H Club.   

    Location  Hanover Outpost

  • 08:00am - 01:00pm  Glenwood Street Market  ::  Social Events

    A variety of food – home-baked items, canned goods, fresh produce, plants, handcrafted jewelry, leather goods, outdoor decorative items and much more.   

    Location  Glenwood, New Mexico

  • 08:30am - 12:00pm  Silver City Downtown Farmers' Market  ::  Social Events

    The Saturday Farmers' Market will be relocating to 901 N. Pope Street on the corner of College Ave. at the old LIfequest Building due to construction of Main Street Plaza, There will still be produce, food, artists, vendors, music and ...   

    Location  Temporary Farmers Market

    Contact  silvercityfarmersmarket.com

  • 08:30am  Weight Watchers  ::  Health & Wellness

    Weigh-in will begin at 8:00am and the meeting begins at 8:30.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

  • 09:00am - 09:45am  Sacred Activism: Meditation for World Peace and Healing  ::  Spiritual

    Join Azima Forest for Sacred Activism on the second Saturday of each month. In these sessions, we will go into deep relaxation, join our spiritual energies, and use them for healing and blessing. Drop-ins welcome. Donations appreciated.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-956-6647

  • 01:00pm - 03:00pm  Herbal Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Cost: $25. Yoga instructor and herbalist Lindsey Orellano teaches healing and supportive benefits of plants that can be used with yoga practice. Attendees will take home an herbal “care package” which students can use to continue their herbal exploration/education.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-956-6647

  • 03:00pm - 05:00pm  Second Saturday Artists and Appetizers   ::  Arts & Music

    Meet the artists and mingle with friends the second Saturday of every month.   

    Location  Catwalk Gallery and Gift Shop

  • 04:00pm - 06:00pm  "Shakespeare in the Park: A Story Told in Sonnets"  ::  Arts & Music

    Free. 11 local actors will present 11 of Shakespeare’s sonnets and Soliloquies. Together they tell a story of friendship, lust and betrayal.   

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    Location  Gough Park

    Contact  www.silvercitytheater.com

  • 05:00pm - 07:00pm  Audrey Goodleaf Retrospective Show Reception  ::  Arts & Music

    Grant County Art Guild will honor former Silver City Watercolorist, Audrey Goodleaf, at a retrospective show that begins Saturday, August 10 and runs through September 14.   

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    Location  Grant County Art Guild Gallery

  • 06:30pm  Doug Snyder  ::  Arts & Music

    Local Indie/Rock singer/guitarist.   

    Location  Buckhorn Opera House

  • 06:30pm - 09:30pm  Scott van Linge  ::  Arts & Music

    Blues, folk, country and rock 'n' roll oldies.   

    Location  Mick's Room 33 at Q's

  • 07:00pm  Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Aladdin" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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