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December 08, 2013 - December 14, 2013
December 08, 2013 - December 14, 2013
  • 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

  • 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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