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Southwest Festival of the Written Word :: Arts & Music
FREE and open to the public.The theme of the Festival is “Textures y Sabores” and celebrates "those who write in or about the Southwest, and brings together their readers to touch the rough and smooth of their words, to taste ...
10:00am "What's Luck Got to Do with It?" Presentation :: Spiritual
Sarah Bohannon will conduct a "Conversation With Ourselves" around the subject of Luck, "What's Luck Got To Do With It?"There will be conversation and coffee, with light refreshments, after the service.
10:00am Gila Friends Meeting :: Spiritual
Join us in the unity of group meditation to satisfy the spirit. This manner of worship is open to all.Dec. 30 at 11:30 am - Bring a dish and share with Friends in a social gathering.
Location First Church of Harmony
12:00pm LGBT Brunch :: Social Events
All LGBT folk, friends and allies WELCOME!Bring a dish to share if you like.
Contact 388-5430
06:00pm - 09:00pm Greg & Jean :: Arts & Music
Greg & Jean host Open Mike Night, performing their own new material and inviting the musical community to perform!
04:00pm LEGO "Mindstorms" :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Experienced LEGO builders aged 10+ are welcome to construct and program robotic creations.
Contact 538-3672
01:30pm Dementia & Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group :: Health & Wellness
Contact 590-0078
03:00pm - 06:00pm Gila Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.
Contact 535-2729
04:00pm Chess Club :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Chess players of all ages and skills are welcome to join us.
Contact 538-3672
04:00pm - 05:00pm Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class :: Health & Wellness
FREE. Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.
Contact 538-9326 or 313-4591
05:00pm "What the Heck is Obamacare?" :: Education
FREE. Presentation by Eric Seyler. Invaluable information for those covered by Medicaid and Medicare and for the uninsured.Refreshments served.
05:30pm - 06:15pm Meditation for Everyone :: Health & Wellness
A series of 5 classes on Tuesdays.Each class starts with a 20-25 minute guided meditation (in which we sit in chairs), followed by 20-25 minutes of commentary. Each class is self-contained. Attend one, some or all five classes.No prior meditation ...
Contact 313-4087
05:30pm - 06:30pm Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class :: Health & Wellness
FREE. Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.
Contact 538-1244 or (505) 469-7505
06:30pm Spanky :: Arts & Music
Americana.
08:00am Ace Day Ladies Golf Tournament :: Sports
First Wednesdays, monthly April to October.The Silver City Ladies Golf Association (SCLGA) conducts this golf tournament called Ace Day. The winners are those who have the lowest net score in their flight. The ladies who win this each month receive ...
Contact 388-9187
09:00am - 12:00pm Curbside Consulting :: Education
FREE consulting services to nonprofit organizations and those considering becoming one.
Contact 534-0101, ext 2108
10:30am Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Join us for reading, poetry, music, movement and fun!All ages are welcome.
Contact 538-3672
11:00am - 03:00pm Humane Society 40th Anniversary Celebration! :: Social Events
You are invited to help the High Desert Humane Society celebrate its 40th anniversary with a silent auction, a bicycle raffle, educational booths, music, and free hot dogs and birthday cake. 11:00 am - "Blessing of the Animals": Please bring your pet ...
Contact 538-1666
12:00pm - 01:00pm WILL Lunch & Learn: "Steelhead Backroads" Flyfishing :: Education
FREE.Western Institute of Lifelong Learning (WILL) Noon Lecture Series presents Craig Freas talking about, "Steelhead Backroads: Spring Fly Fishing for Steelhead Trout in Northern British Columbia."
Contact 538-6835
03:00pm Grant County Food Policy Council Meeting :: Public Meetings
1st Wednesdays.
Contact 388-1198
03:30pm - 05:00pm Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Meeting :: Public Meetings
First Wednesdays.Learn more through local resources and promote local preparedness. Chaired by SCPD Capt. Ricky Villalobos and features guest presenters.
04:30pm LEGO Club :: Kids' Activity
FREE. For ages 4 to 10.
Contact 538-3672
06:00pm Dane & Edie :: Arts & Music
Nostalgic Piano and Jazz.
Location Diane's Parlor
07:30pm The Littlest Birds :: Arts & Music
Americana Duo from California.
Contact 538-9911
11:00am - 12:00pm Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance :: Health & Wellness
Based on traditional Tai Chi, this program works for all people, including those with dimished balance or strength.
Contact 313-6833
12:00pm - 01:00pm Brown Bag Program: "Railroads of Southwestern New Mexico" :: Education
Joe Gill will present, "Railroads of Southwestern New Mexico – Silver City, Pinos Altos & Mogollon RR.”The talk will be Part 2 of 4 parts. This will be on the 24 inch narrow gauge Silver City, Pinos Altos & Mogollon ...
Contact 538-5921
03:30pm - 05:30pm Mimbres Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Weekly.
Contact 574-7674
04:00pm - 05:00pm Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class :: Health & Wellness
FREE. Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.
Contact 538-9326 or 313-4591
05:30pm - 06:30pm Silver Stompers Line Dancing Class :: Health & Wellness
FREE. Beginning classes twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays.Line dance is a low impact aerobic exercise benefiting almost everyone. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that do not "stick" to a smooth floor.
Contact 538-1244 or (505) 469-7505
06:00pm - 07:00pm Women's Cancer Support Group :: Health & Wellness
Facilitated by Dr. Kathleen Froese.
Contact 388-1198, ext. 10
06:30pm Amos Torres :: Arts & Music
Soul & Originals.
08:00am WNMU Alumni Golf Tournament for Scholarships :: Sports
All proceeds go to WNMU student scholarships.The tournament is designed as a four-man scramble with an 8:00 a.m. shotgun tee time. Registration and continental breakfast begin at 7:00 a.m.Participant cost is $125 per player or $400 per foursome. The participation fee ...
Contact 538-6675
08:30am Grant County Commission Special Meeting :: Public Meetings
Agenda available at the Grant County Manager's Office.
Contact 574-0006
11:30am GC Retired Educators Meeting :: Social Events
All retired educators from any state are welcome.
Contact 388-1108
04:00pm - 05:30pm WILL Artists' Reception :: Arts & Music
The WILL program's "Outdoor Painting" and "Encaustic Art Workshop" will have an opening reception at the MRAC Gallery. Delicious home made refreshments will be served.The show will be on display at the MRAC Gallery through the month of October.
Contact 538-2505
06:30pm Dr. Iya Khan :: Arts & Music
Funk, Pop & Rock.
07:00pm Audubon Meeting: "Mined Lands Reclamation/Wildlife Habitat in Grant County” :: Social Events
FREE and open to the public.Tom Shelley will present “Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Mined Lands Reclamation /Wildlife Habitat in Grant County”.Light refreshments served after the program.
Contact 534-0457
07:30pm Melanie Zipin & the Sugar Leafs :: Arts & Music
Originals, Funky Folk Rock.
Contact 538-9911
08:00pm - 11:59pm Dance Night at VFW Post 3347 :: Arts & Music
Entertainment, Entertainment, Entertainment!Every Friday Dance Night to the Music of Hector Carrillo: Pop, Light, Rock, Country Western and Spanish, all to your liking!!!All proceeds help our Veterans and their families.
Contact 574-8109
08:00am First Saturday Garage Sale :: Fundraiser
Lots of new items: Halloween decorations and costumes, lamps, small furniture, picture frames, TV's, housewares, clothes, linens, books, CDs and more. Clothes $1/bag after 11:00am. Lots of free stuff outside.
08:30am - 12:00pm Silver City Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Fresh produce, locally grown plants, herbal products, eggs, locally farmed meats, baked goods and more. Support your local farmers! Enjoy the Music! Coffee & prepared food for sale.
Contact 654-4104
09:00am - 05:00pm Mimbres Valley Harvest Festival! :: Arts & Music
Arts & Crafts Fair! Farmers' Market! Kids' Activities!Live Music with Bayou Seco, Chilegumbo & more.Delicious Locally Prepared FoodMimbres Valley Stories & PoetryGiant Raffle with Great PrizesGreenhouse Tours & Workshops9:00 am - 2:00 pm: Free Health Fair
Contact 536-9337
10:00am - 02:00pm Bike Works Community Bike Ride :: Sports
Riding on roads and trails. Bring water, lunch, and a sense of exploration. Difficulty determined by the group.
Contact 399-1444
10:00am - 04:00pm Pinos Altos October Fiesta! :: Fundraiser
Fundraiser for the Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire Department. Lots of food, drink and fun activities for kids of all ages!The gold mining history of Pinos Altos will be featured. David Rinsch, a gold panning hobbyist will demonstrate gold panning techniques.The ...
Contact 574-8394
10:30am Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Join us for reading, poetry, music, movement and fun!All ages are welcome.
Contact 538-3672
10:30am WNMU Homecoming Parade! :: Social Events
Starts at the WNMU Juan Chacon Building parking lot and travels through Historic Downtown Silver City.
01:00pm - 04:00pm Gila Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.
Contact 535-2729
03:30pm "Centennial Care" Forum :: Education
Come learn the exciting changes to improve healthcare coverage for New Mexicans and the important decision you have to make. Centennial Care is New Mexico's Medicaid program.Sponsored by NM Human Services Department.
Contact 1-888-997-2583
06:00pm Cult Classic Film Series! :: Fundraiser
As part of the Fund Raising effort for the Silco Theater Renovations, MainStreet is having a Cult Movie Series at the Silco Theater. Admission is by Donation for Silco Theater Renovations.Showing the Cult Classic: The Princess Bride.
Contact 574-8394
06:00pm MRAC Auction: Harry Benjamin Painting :: Fundraiser
Well-known Silver City dentist, Dr. Gail Willow, has donated a beautiful Harry Benjamin painting to the MRAC to benefit programming. Commissioned in 1990, Dr. Willow paid $3,000 for the painting titled “Palisades at Little Cherry Creek.” Tickets will be $40 ...
Contact 538-2505
06:30pm - 09:30pm City of Rocks Night Skies Observatory & Talks :: 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: ...
Contact 575-536-2800
06:30pm The Oversouls :: Arts & Music
Rock & Soul.
07:30pm Tiffany Christopher :: Arts & Music
One Woman Band from Las Cruces.
Contact 538-9911
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