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10:00am "Hope Deferred" Presentation :: Spiritual
Rev. Tyler Connoley will speak on "Hope Deferred." How do we keep hope alive in the midst of darkness?Local artist Brandi Thornburg Bingham will provide music.Please join us. There will be coffee and conversation 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
11:00am - 04:00pm 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 pet!
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center
12:00pm LGBT Brunch :: Social Events
All LGBT folk, friends and allies WELCOME!Bring a dish to share if you like.
Contact 388-5430
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 Welcome Yule Concert :: Arts & Music
The Community Chamber Singers will present their Christmas concert, Welcome Yule, A Christmas Celebration in Song, directed by Mick Coon.The main work to be performed will be the Magnificat by Mark Hayes. Accompaniment will be provided by Patricia Prewit and Virginia Robertson on ...
Location Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
03:00pm - 05:00pm Grant County Community Health Council Meeting :: Public Meetings
The Grant County Health & Wellness Planning Authority hears updates of Partnership for Success II grant and more.The public is invited, and input is requested.
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center
Contact 388-1198
03:00pm - 07:00pm Public Input Meeting: Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies :: Public Meetings
Public input is needed for Federal Funding of projects! Come and go freely in the meeting.All seven of the Council of Governments in New Mexico are working a five year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies. Everyone is invited to share their thoughts ...
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center
Contact 388-1509
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
06:30pm Silver City Town Council :: Public Meetings
Rescheduled in place of Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013, meeting.
Location Grant County Administration Center
Contact 534-6346
11:30am - 12:45pm Slow Flow Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Tuesday. Taught by Becky Glenn.
Contact (404) 234-5331
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 - 06:30pm 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 “Want to Capture an Exo-Planet?” Presentation :: Education
The Silver City Astronomical Society will present "Want to Capture an Exo-Planet?"FREE to the public of all ages.Learn about Astrophotography and deep space imaging. It may become a lifelong hobby that can result in pictures to show off your talents, you ...
Location WNMU Student Memorial Center
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 - 01:00pm Christian Writers' Meeting :: Social Events
Open to Grant county christians who enjoy writing poetry, fiction, and nonfiction.Nancy Pidutti will chair, Michelle Detterick will offer devotions, and Margaret Hopper will present "Tips for Editing Your Writing."Attendees should bring 5 copies of a poem or short piece ...
Location Messiah Lutheran Church
12:00pm - 05:30pm Registration for Winter Break at Rec Center :: Kids' Activity
Open to children aged 6 to 12 years.For more information, call 388-3087.
Location Silver City Recreation Center
Contact 388-3087
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.
06:00pm Dane & Edie :: Arts & Music
Nostalgic Piano and Jazz.
Location Diane's Parlor
06:30pm Asa Martin :: Arts & Music
Local Singer/Songwriter.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Contact 538-9911
06:30pm Prostate Cancer Support Group :: Health & Wellness
Facilitators: Dave Schwantes and Walt HansonCurrent patients, survivors, and those-at-risk for prostate cancer are encouraged to attend.
Contact 388-1198, ext. 10
07:00pm Cobre High School Band Winter Performance :: Arts & Music
NEA’s partner and sponsor of the Foundation for Teaching Excellence, California Casualty, will present a check for $650 to Cobre High School Principal Frank Quarrell in celebration of Band Director Charles Gerheart and his students’ success.
Location Cobre High School
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 Newcomers' Club Meeting :: Social Events
The Newcomers Club of Grant County is seeking the participation of new arrivals to our area, as well as those who are long-standing members of our community.Speakers will discuss various topics during luncheons.
Location Red Barn Restaurant
Contact 480-518-5839
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
01:00pm - 02:30pm Udall Serving YoU! :: Public Meetings
A representative from the office of U.S. Senator Tom Udall will hold Udall Serving YoU Office Hours for Grant County residents who need help with federal agencies, such as:VeteransSocial SecurityImmigrationHousingPassportsFree and open to the public.
Location Bayard Public Library
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 Corazones Unidos Cardiac Support Group :: Health & Wellness
Facilitated by Frank Ogas.
Contact 388-1198, ext. 10
06:00pm Democratic Party Public Forum :: Public Meetings
3rd Thursdays.The Library, the Native American Club, and MEChA partner with Grant County Democratic Party to present monthly forums about topics important to our community.
Contact (505) 717-4330.
10:30am Silver City Fire Department Awards Ceremony :: Public Meetings
Fire personnel will be recognized for past achievements for 2013. The public is invited to attend.
Location WNMU Besse-Forward Global Resource Center
07:30pm Steve Reynolds :: Arts & Music
Fingerstyle Blues Guitar from Flagstaff.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Contact 538-9911
Rolling Stones Gem & Mineral Society Field Trip :: Social Events
3rd Saturdays. Must be a member or member's guest.
Contact 388-2010
10:30am - 12:30pm Children's Holiday Craft Class :: Kids' Activity
Children of all ages are welcome to join the fun!Children ages 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult care giver.
Location Bayard Public Library
Contact 537-6244
10:30am Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Join us for reading, poetry, music, movement and fun!All ages are welcome.
Contact 538-3672
12:00pm Child Safety Seat Clinic :: Education
FREE and open to everyone.Grant County Sheriffs Department in conjunction with Hidalgo Medical Services will hold a child safety seat clinic that will provide parents and caregivers the opportunity to receive hands-on instruction from certified technicians on the correct use of child safety ...
Contact 574-0100
01:00pm - 04:00pm Gila Farmers' Market :: Health & Wellness
Tuesdays and Saturdays, year round.
Contact 535-2729
07:30pm Steve Reynolds :: Arts & Music
Fingerstyle Blues Guitar from Flagstaff.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Contact 538-9911
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