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Artisan Holiday Market :: Social Events
Quality hand crafted items and artists for your holiday shopping.
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Conference Center
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"First Man" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
09:00am Historical Hanover Outpost Christmas Mercado :: Social Events
There will be food and many local artists, talented entrepreneurs, and products you can't live without.
Location Hanover Outpost
10:00am - 11:00am "End of Life Options in New Mexico: What’s Happening?" :: Spiritual
Adrienne Dare will explain what medical aid in dying is and what steps advocates in New Mexico have been taking to get this important legislation passed. Next year, the End of Life Options Act will be presented in the 2019 ...
Contact
12:00pm - 06:00pm Wine and Beer Holiday Special at La Esperanza :: Social Events
20% Discount on a Case of Wine, (Mix or Match)
Location La Esperanza Winery
01:00pm WNMU Students' Food Pantry Drive :: Fundraiser
WNMU students will be going door to door to collect items for the WNMU Food Pantry. Needed items are non-perishable food, protein based food, breads, tortillas, drinks, cleaning supplies and microwaveable containers.
02:00pm "Deathtrap" A Comedic Thrilller :: Arts & Music
Tickets for “Deathtrap” a play by Ira Levin, and produced by Silver City Community Theatre, are on sale now at Vickie’s Eatery and Morning Star. $10 at door. “This comedic thriller, full twists and gasps and laughs, will form the ...
02:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"The House with a Clock in the Walls" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
03:00pm Silver Chorale Christmas Concert :: Arts & Music
Free, donations appreciated. Listen to some beautiful music and sing a few Christmas carols. They will be performing “Music, When Soft Voices Die”; “Wasn’t That a Mighty Day”; “Still, Still, Still”; “In the Bleak Midwinter”; “I Dreamed a Dream”, from ...
Location First Presbyterian Church
11:00am Laughter Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Use the physical act of laughter to enhance your health. No jokes are used, but lots of breathing, laughing and clapping.
Location Lotus Center
Contact Mary Ann Finn 575-388-0243.
12:00pm - 01:00pm Zumba Gold :: Health & Wellness
Fun exercise class, based on the successful Zumba ® formula and geared to older adults or those new to exercise. We use rock n roll, classic Latin rhythms and other international music styles to stretch, move and work your muscles. ...
Location Silver City Recreation Center
Contact 575-313-6883 or
12:05pm - 01:00pm New Hope Al-Anon Family Group :: Health & Wellness
Al Anon Family Groups are for family and friends of alcoholics. This is an Open Meeting of Al-Anon.
Location First Presbyterian Church
Contact 575-313-7891
07:00pm Adult Ballet: Integrating Body and Spirit :: Health & Wellness
Beginning level with career professional ballerina, Sallyann Mulcahy.
Location Lotus Center
10:00am Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance :: Health & Wellness
Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose comfortable clothing. Chairs provided. First class free; thereafter $2.Summer sessions are outdoors.
Location Silver City Recreation Center
Contact Liz 575-3313-6883 or
12:00pm - 01:00pm Silver City Rotary Club Lunch Meeting :: Social Events
The Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at noon for lunch in the Sunset Room of the WNMU Student Cafeteria. The club welcomes members of the public to the meetings. Guests are asked to contribute $10 for a hot lunch with ...
Location WNMU Sunset Room, 2nd Floor Cafeteria
01:30pm - 03:30pm Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group :: Arts & Music
The Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group welcomes writers of all levels to participate. All writing is done during the session. There is no charge. Endorsed by the Southwest Festival of the Written Word at www.swwordfiesta.org
Location Murray Ryan Visitor Center
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04:00pm - 05:00pm "God's Umbrella: Southwest New Mexico World War II Survivors" Book Signing :: Arts & Music
Local author Mary Alice Murphy will be signing copies of her book, "God's Umbrella: Southwest New Mexico World War II Survivors," a compilation of 81 interviews done over the past 10 years of veterans and those training for or otherwise involved ...
Location Silver City Public Library
05:30pm - 06:30pm "Embodying the Stillpoint" a Talk by Amita Schmidt :: Spiritual
This meditation talk will help you connect with your inner stillness. As spiritual practitioners we have an opportunity to embody stillness in times of anxiety, and connection in times of hate. Rather than live from the 10% that is our ...
Location Lotus Center
Contact 575-956-6647
05:30pm Weight Watchers :: Health & Wellness
In the Annex.
Location First Presbyterian Church
05:30pm Zumba Fitness in Hurley :: Health & Wellness
Zumba Fitness is a moderate-high intensity aerobic fitness class moving to Zumba choreography and inspired Latin music. All classes cost $3/class.
Location Hurley Community Center
06:00pm Silver City Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting :: Legal Notices
Approval of Minutes of the regular meeting held on August 7, 2018. Public Hearing– TA 18-01 An Amendment to the Text of the Land Use Code. If you have any questions regarding these items you may reach the Community Development Department during ...
Location Grant County Administration Center
Contact 575-534-6348
07:00pm Concert Band of the Southwest Presents "Not Just a Holiday Concert" :: Arts & Music
Doors open at 6:30 pm. Seating is open and all seats are free. Donations for our sheet music library and expenses are gratefully accepted. This performance will include “Coast Guards” “Fanfare for Justice” “We Wish you a Merry Christmas Around ...
Location Cobre High School
Contact 575-388-7874 or
07:00pm PFLAG Silver City Meeting :: Social Events
The meeting will focus on ways for LGBTQ persons and their families to negotiate the holidays. While for some people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender holidays mean celebration, joy, family, and togetherness, for others it can mean a time ...
Contact 575-590-8797 or www.pflagsilver.org
Curbside Consulting :: Education
FREE! Help for non-profits or those considering one. Every Wednesday, by appointment only.
Location College Plaza Suite #16
Contact 575-597-0035 or email
Gila National Forest Offices and Gila Cliff Dwellings Closed for National Day of Mourning :: Legal Notices
Gila National Forest offices and Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument closed on December 5, 2018 for National Day of Mourning Honoring President George H. W. Bush.
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"First Man" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
10:00am - 11:15am Ballet for Adults: Body and Spirit :: Health & Wellness
For more information on the class visit: http://www.lotuscentersc.org/classes-moving-arts/
Location Lotus Center
10:30am - 01:30pm Farmers' Market at ACE Hardware :: Social Events
Fresh food from local farmers.
Location Ace Hardware
10:30am Storytime :: Kids' Activity
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, movement, and simple crafts. Storytimes are designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
01:00pm Babytime, Sing and Play :: Kids' Activity
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, and movement for infants 0-24 months and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
01:00pm Gin Rummy :: Social Events
Beginners welcome, experts challenged.
Location Tranquil Buzz Coffee House
Contact 575-534-9355
04:00pm - 05:00pm Future Engineers :: Kids' Activity
Creative construction and experimenting fun with LEGO® bricks, K'NEX®, Strawbees, and more! This activity is geared toward children ages 6-12. Today will be a LEGO® “Make it and Take it” day—participants will be allowed to take their creations home, subject ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
06:00pm - 07:00pm Al-Anon Family Group :: Health & Wellness
This is an open meeting.
Location Arenas Valley Church of Christ
Contact 575-313-7891
06:00pm Spaghetti Night With Byron Trammell :: Arts & Music
Live music
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Deadline to Sign Up for Community Narcan Training :: Health & Wellness
The training is scheduled for December 11, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm at the Grant County Convention Center. Participants will be instructed on how to identify individuals in distress, CPR and how to apply the Narcan dose. Dose ...
Contact To sign up call 575-388-1265
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"First Man" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
08:00am - 05:00pm Grant County Prospectors Annual Legislative Communications Forum :: Political
Local Government, Education, Healthcare and Non-Profit sectors who applied will present their financial and regulatory requests to Grant County Legislators.
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact www.grantcountyprospectors.com
10:00am - 12:00pm Introduction to Microsoft Excel :: Education
How to use Excel for personal and business accounting. Up to 14 laptops will be available to use at the workshops. Participants are also welcome to bring their own devices.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
10:00am - 02:00pm Pet Pictures With Santa :: Social Events
It's time for pet pictures with Santa! Bring your own camera and your favorite fur baby. Donations of cat or dog food are requested for this event. Come on down and sit with Santa.
Location Our Paws' Cause Thrift Shop
10:00am Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance :: Health & Wellness
Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose comfortable clothing. Chairs provided. First class free; thereafter $2.Summer sessions are outdoors.
Location Silver City Recreation Center
Contact Liz 575-3313-6883 or
10:00am - 12:00pm Tech Workshop: Introduction to Microsoft Excel :: Education
Adult Education Services will lead a workshop at the library on how to use Excel for personal and business accounting.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
10:30am - 11:30am Little Artist Club :: Kids' Activity
Little Artist Club offers creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will be making winter sun catchers. Free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
12:00pm "The True Story of La Capilla, the Team that Recreated it and the Virgin that Inspired It” :: Education
The Silver City Museum will host a panel of experts delving into the history and recreation of the little chapel on the top of Chihuahua Hill. Feel free to bring a lunch. Admission is free. Donations are accepted to help ...
Location Silver City Museum Annex
Contact
04:00pm WildWorks :: Kids' Activity
Todaywe will be painting windows for winter and the holidays. Robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more will be available. Experiment and create! Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
05:00pm - 09:00pm 1st Annual Friends of Power and Light Press Holiday Market :: Arts & Music
Join us for a festive evening full of music, food, spirits and locally made goods
Location Power and Light Press
Contact
05:00pm TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) #0288 Chapter Meeting :: Health & Wellness
Starts with weigh in from 5:00 to 5:30 pm and our meeting starts at 5:30 pm. Come meet the members, get tips on getting started and think about joining us to make your life healthy. Use side door.
Location First Presbyterian Church
Contact 505-934-1182 or 303-902-8236
05:30pm Zumba Fitness in Hurley :: Health & Wellness
Zumba Fitness is a moderate-high intensity aerobic fitness class moving to Zumba choreography and inspired Latin music. All classes cost $3/class.
Location Hurley Community Center
Cosmic Campground Weekend :: Social Events
Bring a friend, a red filtered flashlight, shade, lawn chair, and telescope and binoculars if you have them. Enjoy the wonders of the night sky. For more information, go to cosmiccampground.org. The campground is located on Highway 180 about eight ...
Location Cosmic Campground
Contact cosmiccampground.org
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Widows" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
11:30am Grant County Association of Educational Retirees Meeting :: Social Events
All persons receiving benefits from an educational retirement system are urged to attend. The goal of GCAER is to support public education and monitor legislation pertaining to our public schools. Hope to see you there.
Location WNMU Sunset Room, 2nd Floor Cafeteria
Contact 575-538-5754
11:30am - 01:00pm HMS Tu Casa Open House :: Social Events
Open to the public.
Location Tu Casa
Contact 575-597-2727
05:00pm Annual Kiwanis Youth Christmas Sing Off :: Social Events
Kiwanis-sponsored youth clubs will compete for cash prizes. Stay for the gazebo lighting and cookies and hot chocolate will be served at First Savings Bank. A viewing of the Christmas Village will also be available.
Location Gough Park
Contact 575-538-3787
05:30pm - 06:30pm Women Embracing Recovery Al-Anon Meeting :: Health & Wellness
We-R Group (a Women’s feelings meeting). Park on Ridge Loop; walk around the building to enter via side entrance to lower level. This meeting is limited to female Al-Anon members and prospective members
Location La Clinica Health & Birth Center
Contact 575-313-7891
06:00pm - 09:00pm Scott van Linge and Kevin Compton :: Arts & Music
Blues, folk, country and rock 'n' roll oldies.
Location Diane's Parlor
06:30pm Carol Markstrom :: Arts & Music
Tucson-based award winning Country/Western Singer/Songwriter.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
07:00pm Hi Lo Silvers Holiday Concert and Sing-Along :: Arts & Music
Please join the Hi Lo Silvers at their Holiday Concert and Sing-A-Long. The Concert includes 8 songs by the Hi Lo Silvers followed by audience participation in a sing-a-long of holiday favorites. Singers are directed by Nada Dates and accompanied by Rhonda ...
Location First Presbyterian Church
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Smallfoot" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
07:00pm SWNM Audubon's Monthly Meeting :: Social Events
"Gila Wildlife Rescue, Your Local Rehabilitators" SWNM Audubon monthly meeting features Dennis and Denise Miller who specialize in rehabilitating raptors and mammals and care for over 200 animals a year. Free and open to the public.
Location WNMU Harlan Hall
Contact
07:30pm "Deathtrap" A Comedic Thrilller :: Arts & Music
Tickets for “Deathtrap” a play by Ira Levin, and produced by Silver City Community Theatre, are on sale now at Vickie’s Eatery and Morning Star. $10 at door. “This comedic thriller, full twists and gasps and laughs, will form the ...
Location Silver High School
"Arte Chicano de San Vicente 2018" Exhibition :: Arts & Music
Artwork in a variety of media and styles highlight the range and talent of Chicano artists working in Silver City. The works of Fred Barraza, Patty Countryman, Krissy Ramirez and Grecia Rivas are featured in this year's exhibition. The artworks ...
Location Silver City Museum
Contact 575-538-5921 or www.silvercitymuseum.org or
Canyon View of the Dwellings :: Tours
This program is limited to 30 participants and reservations are required. Hike through Gila Wilderness to get spectacular cross-canyon views of the cliff dwellings below. Participants must wear sturdy outdoor clothing and hiking boots, bring water and a snack for ...
Location Gila Cliff Dwellings
Contact Reservations call 575-536-9461
Cosmic Campground Weekend :: Social Events
Bring a friend, a red filtered flashlight, shade, lawn chair, and telescope and binoculars if you have them. Enjoy the wonders of the night sky. For more information, go to cosmiccampground.org. The campground is located on Highway 180 about eight ...
Location Cosmic Campground
Contact cosmiccampground.org
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Widows" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
08:00am - 02:00pm Glenwood Street Market :: Social Events
The Glenwood Street Market, still going strong with a variety of unique arts and crafts, and baked goods, produce and snacks. Vendors have created lots of holiday-themed items as well as special handcrafted ones that make great gifts.
Location Glenwood, New Mexico
10:00am "God's Umbrella: Southwest New Mexico World War II Survivors" Book Signing :: Arts & Music
Local author Mary Alice Murphy will be signing copies of her book, "God's Umbrella: Southwest New Mexico World War II Survivors," a compilation of 81 interviews done over the past 10 years of veterans and those training for or otherwise involved ...
Location Silver City Museum
10:00am - 02:00pm Glenwood Community Library Book & Bake Sale :: Fundraiser
For sale will be books of all kinds for all ages, plus audio books, DVDs and CDs. Also featured are baked goods and homemade goodies galore! Everything is by donation. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and refreshments. To add ...
Location Glenwood Community Center
10:00am - 01:00pm Library Arcade :: Kids' Activity
Teens are invited to hang out with video games, board games, music. Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
02:00pm "Deathtrap" A Comedic Thriller :: Arts & Music
Tickets for “Deathtrap” a play by Ira Levin, and produced by Silver City Community Theatre, are on sale now at Vickie’s Eatery and Morning Star. $10 at door. “This comedic thriller, full twists and gasps and laughs, will form the ...
06:30pm Sleepwalker's Station :: Arts & Music
Berlin based Indie/folk music.
Location Buckhorn Saloon
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Smallfoot" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
07:30pm "Deathtrap" A Comedic Thrilller :: Arts & Music
Tickets for “Deathtrap” a play by Ira Levin, and produced by Silver City Community Theatre, are on sale now at Vickie’s Eatery and Morning Star. $10 at door. “This comedic thriller, full twists and gasps and laughs, will form the ...
Location Silver High School
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