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April 20, 2014 - April 26, 2014
April 20, 2014 - April 26, 2014
  • 01:00am  Kindness Celebration!  ::  Spiritual

    Silver City United Church of Christ will cap its 40 Days of Kindness project with a Kindness Celebration!All are welcome as we celebrate kindness, and share what we've learned during our forty day experiment. This is not a church service, ...   

    Location  Silver City Woman's Club

    Contact  956-3316

  • 08:00am  Gila Native Plant Society Field Trip  ::  Social Events

    FREE and open to the public.The Gila Native Plant Society will lead a field trip to the McMillan Campground in the Gila National Forest to complete last fall's study of the difference in a mile or so of the Cherry Creek ...   

    Location  WNMU Fine Arts Center

    Contact  388-5192

  • 10:00am  "Easter with Mind and Heart" Presentation  ::  Spiritual

    The Rev. Claudia Elferdink will speak of "Easter with Mind and Heart." There will be a traditional UU Flower Communion, so if you can, bring a flower to share.Please join us. There will be coffee and conversation, with light refreshments, ...   

  • 12:00pm - 01:30pm  LGBT Brunch  ::  Social Events

    Every Sunday.   

    Location  LGBT Grant County Center

    Contact  519-5562

  • 02:00pm  Silver City Museum Book Club Meeting  ::  Social Events

    3rd Sundays.The Silver City Museum Book Club is forming and looking for new members to discuss all books in the southwest genre.  This is a great way to learn about everything southwest.   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

  • 12:15pm - 12:45pm  Laughter Club  ::  Social Events

    FREE. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Mondays.Use the physical act of laughter to enhance your health. Lots of breathing, laughing, and clapping.Sponsored by the Active & Alive Club.   

    Location  Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

    Contact  388-0243

  • 02:30pm  Midori Master Class  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE and open to the public.World renowned violinist Midori will give a Master Class to violin students of advanced skill level. The class is also open and will be of interest particularly to violin and other music students, even if they do ...   

    Location  WNMU Parotti Recital Hall

    Contact  538-5862

  • 05:30pm - 07:00pm  Gentle Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Monday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 05:30pm - 07:00pm  HIV/AIDS Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Monday.   

    Location  LGBT Grant County Center

    Contact  519-5562

  • 06:00pm  RESCHEDULED: Silver City Town Council  ::  Public Meetings

    RESCHEDULED from April 22.Agenda available from Town Clerk.   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  534-6346

  • 07:30pm  Midori in Concert  ::  Arts & Music

    Join us as Grant County Community Concert Association presents a rare opportunity to hear the world famous violinist Midori in this special concert.   

    Contact  538-5862

  • 11:30am - 12:45pm  Slow Flow Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Tuesday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 01:00pm  Low Vision Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    A support group for anyone dealing with vision loss.   

    Contact  388-1108

  • 01:30pm  Gila/San Francisco Water Commission Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

       

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

  • 05:30pm - 06:15pm  Meditation Series: "Living a Joyful Life through Contemplating Death"  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE and open to the public. Series runs for 3 Tuesdays.Each class starts with a 20-25 minute guided meditation, followed by 20-25 minutes of commentary. Attend one, some or all three classes. No prior meditation experience is necessary .    

    Location  Billy Casper Wellness Center

    Contact  313-4087

  • 05:30pm  Telescope Equipment Swap Meet  ::  Social Events

    FREE and open to the public of all ages.Bring your astronomy equipment of any type, including telescopes, solar observation equipment, electronic equipment and apps, and other tools used for observation and study.Savory & sweet refreshments will be provided.    

    Location  Bear Mountain Lodge

    Contact  538-2538

  • "Warrior Hikers" Celebration!  ::  Social Events

    Six Combat Veteran Warrior Hikers visit Silver City at the beginning of their "Walk Off the War" hike of the Continental Divide Trail.Numerous events to honor the Veterans TBA.For more information, contact: shelbyhallmark@yahoo.com   

  • 09:00am - 12:00pm  Curbside Consulting  ::  Education

    FREE.Join us in the second floor conference room for free consulting services to nonprofit organizations (or those considering becoming a nonprofit org).   

    Location  The Center for Health Innovation

    Contact  534-0101, ext 2108

  • 09:00am - 11:00pm  Medicare Assistance  ::  Health & Wellness

    SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) Volunteers are available to answer questions about Medicare and help with applications for medication assistance.   

    Location  Silver Health Care

    Contact  538-2981

  • 10:30am  Storytime  ::  Kids' Activity

    All Ages.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Every Wednesday. Everyone invited!   

    Location  Yankie Creek Coffee House

  • 04:00pm  Warrior Hikers & CDT Celebration!  ::  Social Events

    Come celebrate Silver City's official designation as the first Gateway Community to the Continental Divide Trail!Welcome the Warrior Hikers, combat veterans who are part of the "Walk Off The War" Program, as they pass through Silver City on the CDT ...   

    Location  Murray Ryan Visitor Center

    Contact  538-5560

  • 05:00pm  GC Trails Hike: Boston Hill  ::  Health & Wellness

    Dave Menzie will lead a hike on Boston Hill and talk about area mining and geology.   

    Location  Cooper Street Trailhead

    Contact  388-8265

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Audio Editing Class  ::  Education

    Always wanted to be on the radio? Our KOOT Radio Pro will show you how with free editing software!FREE to members; $10 to non-members. Call to reserve a space at least 24 hours in advance: 534-0130.   

    Location  CATS/KOOTS Studio

    Contact  534-0130

  • 10:00am  Book Signing: "Beauty Sleeping"  ::  Arts & Music

    Author Beate Sigriddaughter will discuss her book, Beauty Sleeping, a novel about an artist's journey.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 11:30am - 12:45pm  Vinyasa Flow Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Thursday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 05:00pm  WILL Annual Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    All are invited to the Western Institute for Lifelong Learning (WILL) Annual Meeting.Find out what's new at WILL, join or renew your membership, and use this first opportunity for WILL members to sign up for the 2014 Summer Courses ahead ...   

    Location  WNMU Besse-Forward Global Resource Center

    Contact  538-6835

  • 06:00pm  Forum: "How Partisan Politics Have Snared Public Education"  ::  Public Meetings

    FREE. The public is invited to a forum examining how partisan politics are entangled in New Mexico schooling.Panel members will include Stephanie Ly, American Federation of Teachers chapter president; Cristobal Rodriguez, New Mexico State University professor of educational policy; Justin Wecks, ...   

    Location  WNMU Miller Library

    Contact  505-717-4330

  • 08:30am  Gila Economic Development Alliance Roundtable Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    8:00 am - Coffee & Conversation8:30 am - Meeting BeginsThis month's presentation will be by Don and Marty Trammell of Bridge Community, which was founded to develop a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in SW NM, to include Independent Living, ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

  • 09:00am - 11:00pm  Medicare Assistance  ::  Health & Wellness

    SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) Volunteers are available to answer questions about Medicare and help with applications for medication assistance.   

    Location  HMS La Vida

    Contact  534-0248

  • 11:00am - 03:00pm  Community Health Fair  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE and open to the public.WNMU Students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program are hosting this event! Local organizations will be present with vendor booths.Refreshments and prizes will be given.Health Fair Schedule:11:00am to 11:30am: Yoga11:30am to 12:00pm: Occupational Therapy12:00pm to 1:00pm: ...   

    Location  WNMU Graham Gym

    Contact  538-6336

  • 02:00pm  Silver City Museum Volunteer Social  ::  Social Events

    Come and meet volunteers and learn how you can become involved in the Museum!   

    Location  Silver City Museum Annex

    Contact  538-5921

  • 04:00pm - 08:00pm  Mustang Festival for the Great Race!  ::  Social Events

    The family friendly event will feature live music by the Brandon Perrault Band, children's games, food booths and University information booths.5:30 pm -- "Children's Race" version of the Great Race competition. Children from the WNMU Early Childhood Programs will be ...   

    Location  WNMU Old James Stadium

    Contact  538-6336

  • 05:30pm  Artist Lecture Series: Michael McGarrity  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE. Refreshments at 5:00 pm. Presentation at 5:30 pm.Michael McGarrity, author of the acclaimed Kevin Kerney crime-suspense novels that take place in modern New Mexico, will present his "Thoughts on Life as a New Mexico Writer," discussing his experiences as a writer ...   

    Location  WNMU Besse-Forward Global Resource Center

    Contact  538-6835

  • 06:30pm  Esther Jamison  ::  Arts & Music

    Live Music.   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 09:00am - 03:00pm  Comcast Cares Day! MRAC Youth Mural Project  ::  Fundraiser

    FREE Hotdogs & Sodas for Participants!Comcast and the Mimbres Region Arts Council are coming together once again to support the MRAC Youth Mural Project.This year's theme is Playful Gardens. Everyone is welcome to join the celebration and participate in painting, ...   

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  538-2505

  • 09:30am  Ft. Bayard Walking Tour  ::  Tours

    Meet at the Fort Bayard Museum in the Commanding Officer's Quarters (house #26) on the west side of the Parade Ground.Hosted by the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society.   

    Location  Old Fort Bayard

    Contact  388-4477

  • 10:00am  Michael McGarrity "Second Chance" Event  ::  Arts & Music

    Author Michael McGarrity will reprise his Friday night WILL Reflections of an Artist series talk on: The Writer as an Artist in a World Obsessed with Categories.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  538-3672

  • 10:00am - 06:00pm  Spring Art Show & Wine Release  ::  Arts & Music

    Sip La Esperanza wine in a lovely setting, shop area fine art, enjoy great local food, and entertainment!Special release of "Born in Space" and "Golden Muscat" wines.   

    Location  La Esperanza Winery

    Contact  (505) 259-9523

  • 10:00am - 11:30am  Vinyasa Flow Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Every Saturday.  Taught by Becky Glenn.   

    Location  First Church of Harmony

    Contact  (404) 234-5331

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm  World T'ai Chi & Qigong Day  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE and open to all ages and levels of practice.T'ai Chi and Qigong Instructors from Silver will be demonstrating their forms, with a community group for at the end.    

    Location  Integrative Health and Wellness Center

    Contact  388-2098

  • 11:00am - 01:00pm  Illusion Band Concert  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE and Open to the Public.Come and enjoy the sounds of The Illusion Band, offered in conjunction with the exhibit, "Parece Que Fue Ayer: Grant County Chicano Music Project."The Illusion Band is a versatile group, playing a variety of music ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

  • 11:00am - 04:00pm  Pedalista! Family Fun Bicycle Festival  ::  Sports

    A day in the park with games, obstacle courses, challenges, and activities all centered on the bicycle and derived from bike parts. Try out The Paperboy Challenge, The Rim Toss, the Pedal Go-Karts, Ride a Funky Bike, or become a ...   

    Location  Gough Park

    Contact  388-1444

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Grant County Chicano Music Project Gallery Talk  ::  Education

    Silver City Museum presents a Grant County Chicano Music Project Gallery Talk with Patricia Cano. Come and learn how a committee of local Chicano music enthusiasts and musicians worked together to reconstruct part of the musical history of the county.   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  538-5921

  • 01:30pm  WNMU 47th Annual Great Race!  ::  Sports

    Awards Ceremony follows the Great Race!   

    Location  WNMU Old James Stadium

    Contact  538-6336

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  Greg & Jean, joined by Jeff Ray  ::  Arts & Music

    FREE.Original folk music to celebrate Spring, love, gardening, friendship, and more.    

    Location  Yankie Creek Coffee House

  • 04:00pm - 07:00pm  Opening Artist Reception - Judith Meyer  ::  Arts & Music

    Judith Meyer - "The Inextinguishable"Acrylics on Canvas   

    Location  Seedboat Gallery

  • 04:30pm - 08:30pm  Rotary Gala & Benefit Auction!  ::  Fundraiser

    The Rotary Club of Silver City will auction in excess of $100,000, including items from jewelry to resort vacations, to ocean cruises and even a VIP visit to a FOX NFL pre-game show with Terry Bradshaw.This year's auction will benefit:• ...   

    Location  Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center

  • 06:30pm  Saturday Night Jazz  ::  Arts & Music

    Live Music.   

    Location  Diane's Parlor

  • 07:00pm  City of Rocks Star Party!  ::  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: Viewing ...   

    Location  City of Rocks State Park

    Contact  536-2800

  • 08:00pm  Soulshine  ::  Arts & Music

    Las Cruces band.   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Brewery

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