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08:00am - 01:00pm No Room at the Inn Nativity Displays :: Spiritual
Donations accepted to support Bridge Community, the planned Senior Living Campus project. For those wishing to display their Nativity Scene, the set-up time is Friday, December 6, 3:00-6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall at the church. For further information, call ...
Location First United Methodist Church
10:00am "The NAN Ranch Collections" Presentation :: Education
Dr. Cynthia Bettison will speak about "The NAN Ranch Collections: What Archaeologists Have Learned from Them About the Mimbres." Dr. Bettison is a registered professional archaeologist and Mimbres scholar, and Director of the WNMU Museum.Please join us. There will be ...
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
10:00am - 05:00pm Mimbres Hotsprings Ranch Studio Sale! :: Arts & Music
Dec. 7 & 8The 33rd Annual Holiday Sales features 25 artists seling a unique variety of handcrafted gifts. Plus: Live Music, Door Prizes, and Refreshments!
Location Mimbres Hotsprings Ranch
10:00am - 06:00pm Toys for Tots Drive! :: Fundraiser
Marine Corps Reserve will be in front of the store, filling the truck for local kids.
Location Wal-Mart
Contact 574-7905
11:00am - 03:00pm Montessori Festival of Trees! :: Fundraiser
Live Colorado Spruce, Austrian Pine, and Ponderosa Pine for sale. Reserve yours today! Local organizations, individuals and families decorate many of the trees, which will be delivered to buyers on Monday, Dec. 9.Undecorated trees, handmade wreaths, swags, rosemary trees, and ...
Location Guadalupe Montessori School
Contact 388-3343
12:00pm LGBT Brunch :: Social Events
All LGBT folk, friends and allies WELCOME!Bring a dish to share if you like.
Contact 388-5430
01:00pm - 05:00pm Holiday Show & Jewelry Sale :: Arts & Music
Dec. 7 & 8.Barbara Nance hosts the Holiday Show & Jewelry sale. Unveiling of her new 6 1/2 ' sculpture "AUTO ANGEL" will take place on Saturday. Mostly made of vintage auto parts.Light refreshments.
Location Stonewalker Studio
Contact 534-0530
03:00pm "Music from the Ranch and the Open Range" :: Arts & Music
3:00 pm - Steve Cormier performs songs written by ranch hands (including himself) about horses, cattle and lost love. Others add death and the devil to the story. Steve's own experience includes working on ranches and farms in the Flint Hills of Kansas ...
Location Silver High School
03:00pm - 07:00pm Enchanted Christmas Tree Tour :: Fundraiser
Featuring 25 Christmas trees, and an elaborate miniature Christmas Village. The proceeds will benefit local childrens' charities in Grant County and tickets are $5 for adults and $1 for children.Sponsored by the Evergreen Garden Club.
Contact 538-3216
03:00pm Hi Lo Silvers Holiday Concert and Sing-A-Long :: Arts & Music
Singers are directed by Valdeen Wooton and accompanied by Virginia Robertson on piano and Bill Baldwin on bass violin. FREE ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫ ♫
Location First Presbyterian Church
04:00pm "Ritual/Traditional Folk Music & Song of Northern NM" :: Arts & Music
4:00 pm - Brisket Dinner at 4:00 P.M. in the SHS Cafeteria.5:30 pm - Cipriano Vigil, a native of Chamisal in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, is the living embodiment of nuevo mexicano ritual music. His songs in the nueva cancion tradition (related ...
Location Silver High School
05:30pm - 08:00pm PVA Holiday Party :: Social Events
FREE. Free appetizers served.The public is invited to join the Progressive Voters' Alliance of Grant County in celebrating the Holiday Season.
06:30pm - 08:30pm Compassionate Friends' Lighting Remembrance :: Spiritual
Parents, grandparents and siblings lighting candles, honoring and remembering those who have been lost.FREE and open to all.
Location Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
Contact 534-1134
11:00am Silver City-Grant County Widowed Persons Service :: Spiritual
2nd Mondays.
Contact 537-3643
02:00pm Bayard City Council Meeting :: Public Meetings
2nd and 4th Mondays.
04:00pm LEGO "Mindstorms" :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Experienced LEGO builders aged 10+ are welcome to construct and program robotic creations.
Contact 538-3672
05:30pm - 07:00pm Gentle Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Monday. Taught by Becky Glenn.
Contact (404) 234-5331
05:30pm - 07:30pm HIV/AIDS Support Group :: Health & Wellness
06:00pm Hurley Pride Meeting :: Social Events
2nd and 4th Mondays
09:00am Grant County Commissioners Regular Meeting :: Public Meetings
This will be the only Grant County Board of Commissioners Meeting in December, 2013.
Location Grant County Administration Center
Contact 574-0008
11:30am - 12:45pm Slow Flow Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Tuesday. Taught by Becky Glenn.
Contact (404) 234-5331
12:00pm - 01:00pm Food Co-op Forum: "Culturing Vegetables" :: Health & Wellness
FREE and open to everyone.This month's Community Forum is a class on culturing vegetables. Learn simple techniques to enhance the nutrition and improve digestibility of different foods.
Location Silver City Food Co-op Community Room
Contact 388-2343
02:00pm - 04:00pm Congressman Pearce's Staff Mobile Office Meeting :: Political
The public is invited to meet face-to-face with members of Congressman Pearce’s staff in a convenient location. Grant County constituents are encouraged to attend these office hours to discuss legislation, issues important to them, or any help they may need ...
Contact 1-855-4-PEARCE
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
05:30pm - 06:15pm Meditation Series: "Perfecting Patience" :: Health & Wellness
FREE and open to the public.The Perfecting Patience series will be held on four consecutive Tuesday evenings, beginning on November 19.
Location Billy Casper Wellness Center
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
06:00pm Silver City Town Council :: Public Meetings
2nd and 4th Tuesdays.
Contact 534-6346
06:00pm TEA Party Patriots Meeting :: Political
2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Doors open at 5:00 pm for those wishing to have a meal.
06:30pm Greg Renfro :: Arts & Music
Location Diane's Parlor
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
03:00pm - 04:15pm Yoga Basics :: Health & Wellness
Every Wednesday, taught by Lori Zitzmann.Yoga Basics is a class best suited for beginners or those appreciating a slower paced class.
04:30pm LEGO Club :: Kids' Activity
FREE. For ages 4 to 10.
Contact 538-3672
05:30pm - 06:45pm Beyond Yoga Basics :: Health & Wellness
Every Wednesday, taught by Lori Zitzmann.Beyond Yoga Basics: All levels welcome. Best suited for those with some prior yoga experience.
05:30pm Democratic Party Meeting :: Political
2nd Wednesdays. Bring a dish and bring a friend!5:30 pm - Potluck Social6:20 pm - Business Meeting
Contact 654-6060
06:00pm Dane & Edie :: Arts & Music
Nostalgic Piano and Jazz.
Location Diane's Parlor
06:30pm Dustin Hammon :: Arts & Music
Folk Rock Singer/Songwriter from Canada.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Contact 538-9911
07:30pm Trivia Night! :: Social Events
Every Wednesday.Trivia with quizmaster Josh White, formerly of the late, lamented trivia game at the late, lamented Isaac's. Bar food, beer and wine, with no cover charge, and prizes.Bring yourself or a team (max of 6 people).
Contact 538-2538
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
11:30am - 12:45pm Vinyasa Flow Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Thursday. Taught by Becky Glenn.
Contact (404) 234-5331
12:00pm - 01:00pm Food Co-op Forum: "Culturing Vegetables" :: Health & Wellness
FREE and open to everyone.This month's Community Forum is a class on culturing vegetables. Learn simple techniques to enhance the nutrition and improve digestibility of different foods.
Location Silver City Food Co-op Community Room
Contact 388-2343
04:00pm Gila/Mimbres Community Radio Meeting :: Public Meetings
2nd Thursdays.
Contact (575) 597-4891
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 Book Presentation: "Too High to Fail" :: Arts & Music
FREE and open to the public.Author Doug Fine will speak about his latest book, Too High to Fail, and how it intersects with issues of sustainability and hemp.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 538-3672
05:30pm ACLU Meeting :: Political
Open to all. Public input welcome on any civil liberties issue.
Location The Commons
Contact 536-3092
05:30pm Green Drinks Networking & Social :: Social Events
SW New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce and the NM Solar Energy Association-Silver City Chapter host this monthly event.Food and drinks are dutch treat.
Contact 313-1388 or 538-4332
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
05:30pm - 08:00pm Victorian Christmas Open House! :: Social Events
The halls are decked, spiced cider is warming, the traditional cookies are baked and musicians are tuning up for the Silver City Museum's 29th Annual Victorian Christmas Open House.
Location Silver City Museum
Contact 538-5921
06:00pm Republican Party Monthly Meeting :: Political
2nd Thursdays.
06:00pm Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society Meeting :: Public Meetings
2nd Thursdays. The monthly meeting includes potluck at 6:00 pm; then meeting, rock draw, and program at 6:45 pm.
Contact 535-1393
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 Don B & Bobby T :: Arts & Music
Location Diane's Parlor
02:30pm "Guarding Against Identity Theft" Presentation :: Education
AARP is sponsoring a free presentation titled "Guarding Against Identity Theft" by Joe Wlosinski.Computer assistance will be available after the presentation to assist those needing help in monitoring their credit reports.
Location Bayard Public Library
05:30pm Taizé Service :: Spiritual
FREE. Taizé-style worship consists of sung prayer, alternating with spoken scripture readings, spoken prayer and silence. The service is non–denominational, free to the public and all are welcome. Doors of the church are open at 5:00 pm for silent contemplation.
06:30pm Brandie Bingham :: Arts & Music
Acoustic Folk Music.
Location Diane's Parlor
07:30pm Jono Manson :: Arts & Music
Singer/Songwriter/Producer from Santa Fe.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Contact 538-9911
09:00am - 05:00pm 2013 Christmas Boutique :: Arts & Music
Dec. 14 & 15. Presented by Grant County Home Business Network.Unique crafts, gifts, food, knife sharpening, entertainment & free raffles. Doggie daycare available by Puppy Dog Ranch.12:00 noon - 4:00 pm: Santa Paws available for photos with your child or ...
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center
09:00am - 12:00pm Rabies Vaccination Clinic :: Health & Wellness
Both 1-year and 3-year rabies vaccinations will be available, as well as feline fel-o-vax and canine distemper, parvo and combo vaccinations. All dogs must be on a leash or in a carrier, and all cats in a carrier.
Contact 538-9261
09:00am - 04:00pm Second Saturday Book Sale :: Fundraiser
Quarterly. Members only from 9:00 to 10:00 am.Friends of the Silver City Library sell a huge variety of gently used books, music CDs, DVDs, recorded books on tape and CD, and videotapes. Prices range from 25ȼ for paperbacks to $1 for ...
Contact 538-3672
10:00am - 12:00pm Craft Class: Christmas Ornaments :: Kids' Activity
Crafters will create ornaments to use or give as gifts. Using felt and candy canes, crafters will make several holiday mouse ornaments, and each crafter will be able to make some to give and keep.The class is recommended for crafters ...
Location Silver City Museum
Contact 538-5921
10:00am Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting :: Social Events
2nd Saturdays.Visiting DAR members and those interested in joining are invited to attend. A pot luck lunch at 11:30 will follow the meeting.
Contact 574-8394
10:00am - 11:30am Vinyasa Flow Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Saturday. Taught by Becky Glenn.
Contact (404) 234-5331
10:00am Wreaths Across America :: Spiritual
The mission of Wreaths Across America, a 501©3 organization, is to REMEMBER, HONOR, and TEACH: Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve including their families who sacrifice, and Teach our children the cost of the freedoms we enjoy each day.It is projected that ...
10:30am Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Join us for reading, poetry, music, movement and fun!All ages are welcome.
Contact 538-3672
01:00pm - 04:00pm Gila Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.
Contact 535-2729
04:00pm - 08:00pm Enchanted Christmas Tree Tour :: Fundraiser
Featuring 25 Christmas trees, and an elaborate miniature Christmas Village. The proceeds will benefit local childrens' charities in Grant County and tickets are $5 for adults and $1 for children.Sponsored by the Evergreen Garden Club.
Contact 538-3216
05:30pm Christmas Tree Lighting :: Spiritual
FREE.Preceptor Tau Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi invites everyone to "Light Up Your Life" as the Christmas tree lights turn on and members gather to sing some Christmas carols.The Chapter thanks the Moose Lodge, Western Bank, Am Bank, Laureate Theta Chapter ...
Location Gough Park
06:30pm Dr Iya Khan :: Arts & Music
Music.
Location Diane's Parlor
07:00pm Black Tie Benefit Ball :: Arts & Music
MRAC hosts their signature event with a Route 66 themed ball. Enjoy a Nostalgic Holiday Evening with a Catered Dinner, Live Music, and Classic Cars! Proceeds to benefit MRAC programs.
Contact 538-2505
07:30pm Jono Manson :: Arts & Music
Singer/Songwriter/Producer from Santa Fe.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Contact 538-9911
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