| Friday July 3, 4:00 PM :: 7:00 PM Ben Brown's Photographic Interpretations :: Arts & Music Ben Brown presents a one-man exhibition of his exquisite abstract photographs on birch panels at the Grant County Art Guild's Studio at 307 N. Texas Street during early July. The opening reception will be held on July 3 from 4-7pm during the First Friday Art Walk. Additional dates are July 4, 5, 11, and 12 from 10am to 5pm. In the 1970s, Ben explored Europe with his camera and a Eurail Pass, discovering myriad artistic disciplines and expressions. From paintings in France, mosaics in Spain, and pottery in Greece, he developed a passion for emulating the abstraction, geometry, and texture of these various art forms through the lens of his camera. Full press release Location: Grant County Art Guild Gallery, Silver City |
| Friday July 3, 5:00 PM :: 7:00 PM Light Art Space exhibitions :: Arts & Music Tides and Currents: a photographic installation by Karen Hymer. In the North Gallery, we present Light Dreams, Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/july-2026-events-at-light-art-space Location: Light Art Space, Silver City |
| Saturday July 4 ~ All Day History Comes Alive at the Silver City Museum's Fourth of July Ice Cream Social :: Education After nearly a year of research, training, and preparation, the Silver City Museum's Living History Project will officially make its public debut during this year's Fourth of July Ice Cream Social. Visitors will have the opportunity to step back in time as three historical figures from Grant County stroll the museum grounds in authentic period dress, ready to share stories from another era. Rather than simply reading about local history on exhibit panels, guests will be able to meet the people who helped shape it. Full press release Location: Silver City Museum Courtyard, Silver City |
| Saturday July 4, 9:00 AM :: Marine Corps League Detachment 1328 :: Public Meetings Meets every first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. with breakfast at 9 .m. at the American Legion Hall. Location: American Legion Post 18, Silver City |
| Saturday July 4, 9:00 PM :: Silver City Fireworks display :: Social Events See flyer for event and fireworks that will not be allowed. |
| Sunday July 5, 1:00 PM :: 6:00 PM Whiskey Creek Zócalo - 3rd ANNUAL 4th of July After Party. :: Arts & Music Celebrate the day after the 4th –And the anticipation of the Monsoons! Let's Make It Rain! OPEN 'til 6PM Zócalo Backyard Party! Specialty Sausage & Peppers, Hot Dogs, and Potato Salad. Games – Slip & Slide – Kiddie Pool Side Slushies -1pm: Music with the Cat Daddies Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-july-2026-events Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Sunday July 5, 2:30 PM :: Unity del Corazon Gatherings in Silver City :: Spiritual Starting Sunday, April 5, 2026 Unity del Corazon meets on the 1st & 3rd Sunday, 2:30 pm. @ The Hearth, 1915 N Swan. Everyone is welcome. Come as you are for inspiration, connection, and spiritual growth in a relaxed, heart-centered community. For more info find us on Facebook. Refreshments served. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Tuesday July 7 ~ All Day Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective Summer Outreach Programs :: Arts & Music, Kids' Activity The Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective (SWFAC) is collaborating with the Bayard and Silver City Public Libraries with four outreach activities for youth. Silver City Public Library programs will be held on July 7, 8 and 9th with the Bayard Public Library program on July 21, 2026. All programs are from 2 pm to 4 pm. See full press release and places and times |
| Tuesday July 7, 6:00 PM :: Town of Silver City's Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting :: Legal Notices he Town of Silver City's Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting at the Grant County Administration Building located at 1400 Highway 180 East, Silver City, New Mexico. The public is invited to attend. Action items on the agenda are: Full legal notice Location: Grant County Administration Center, Silver City |
| Tuesday July 7, 6:00 PM :: 8:00 PM Grant County Sheriff's Office hosting a Narcotics Awareness Community Meeting :: Public Meetings, Education The Grant County Sheriff's Office (GCSO) will be hosting a Narcotics Awareness Community Meeting Representatives from the GCSO will be providing information on recognizing narcotics, understanding current drug trends, identifying warning signs of substance abuse, and learning how the community can work together to make the community safe. See full press release Location: Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center, Silver City |
| Wednesday July 8 ~ All Day Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective Summer Outreach Programs :: Arts & Music, Kids' Activity The Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective (SWFAC) is collaborating with the Bayard and Silver City Public Libraries with four outreach activities for youth. Silver City Public Library programs will be held on July 7, 8 and 9th with the Bayard Public Library program on July 21, 2026. All programs are from 2 pm to 4 pm. See full press release and places and times |
| Wednesday July 8, 1:00 PM :: Come play Gin Rummy and Cribbage :: Education Playing Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon at the Toad. We will be happy to teach anyone. We do not play for money. Just for the fun of it. Everyone is welcome. Location: Little Toad Creek Brewery, Silver City |
| Wednesday July 8, 4:00 PM :: Silver City Public Library Community Advisory Group :: Legal Notices The Silver City Public Library Community Advisory Group will hold a regular meeting at the Public Library, 515 W, College Ave., Silver City, New Mexico 88061. The public may participate via Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84374381327 Meeting ID: 843 7438 1327 or join by phone. Dial either of these numbers: +1-346-248-7799 US (Houston) or +1-669-900-6833 US (San Jose) Action items on the Agenda include: Full legal notice Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City |
| Wednesday July 8, 4:15 PM :: 5:15 PM Silver City TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensible) :: Health & Wellness Silver City TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensible) NM 0288 is a support group meets Wednesdays at the American Legion building 409 W College Ave. Weigh in is from 4:15-4:30 p.m. and the meeting/program from 4:30-5:15 p.m. For more information call Judith at 505-934-1339. Location: American Legion Post 18, Silver City |
| Wednesday July 8, 6:00 PM :: Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Mark Matos Rock 'n' Roll Play :: Arts & Music "like Leonard Cohen walking out of a Calexico desert… a troubadour from some other time, some other place." Come see a one-man show, a micro-rock opera of sorts. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-july-2026-events Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Thursday July 9 ~ All Day Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective Summer Outreach Programs :: Arts & Music, Kids' Activity The Southwest Women's Fiber Arts Collective (SWFAC) is collaborating with the Bayard and Silver City Public Libraries with four outreach activities for youth. Silver City Public Library programs will be held on July 7, 8 and 9th with the Bayard Public Library program on July 21, 2026. All programs are from 2 pm to 4 pm. See full press release and places and times |
| Thursday July 9, 6:00 PM :: Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Performer's Showcase /Open Mic :: Arts & Music Musicians and Performers of all kinds welcome. Step into the spotlight and showcase your talent! From music comedy to spoken word and performance art —this open mic is your stage. Bring your voice, your story, and your energy. All talents welcome. All voices heard. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-july-2026-events Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Friday July 10, 10:00 AM :: San Francisco Soil & Water Conservation District :: Public Meetings NOTICE Due to a Federal Holiday, the Regular Meeting of San Francisco Soil & Water Conservation District Scheduled for July 3, 2026 at 10am Has been CHANGED To July 10, 2026 at 10am |
| Friday July 10, 10:00 AM :: San Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District Regular Meeting Agenda :: Legal Notices San Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District Regular Meeting Agenda Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/534585501 Full agenda and legal notice Location: Fire Training Center, Reserve, NM |
| Friday July 10, 3:00 PM :: Town of Silver City's Reuse and Recycle Committee Meeting :: Legal Notices The Town of Silver City's Reuse and Recycle Committee will hold a Meeting at the Little Toad Creek, 200 N. Bullard, Silver City, New Mexico. The public is invited to attend. Action items on the agenda are: Full legal notice Location: Little Toad Creek Brewery, Silver City |
| Saturday July 11, 9:00 AM :: 12:00 PM Family Day in the Garden :: Health & Wellness, Education The Gila Native Plant Society is inviting the community to a Family Day in the Silva Creek Botanical Garden on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9 am to noon. The event is free and open to people of all ages. There will be activity booths featuring botanical science fun, "Chasing Butterflies" with Heart of the Gila, live music by the Big Ditch Crickets and the Five-Foot Players, light refreshments, and a chance to learn about what's new in the garden. The Silva Creek Botanical Garden is located at North Virginia and State Streets in Silver City, just two blocks in from highway 180. Contact: Location: Silva Creek Botanical Garden, Silver City |
| Tuesday July 14, 5:00 PM :: Town of Hurley Regular Meeting :: Legal Notices Town of Hurley will hold a Regular Meeting at the Hurley Community Center at 302 Carrasco Avenue in Hurley, New Mexico with a Closed Session Pursuant to 10-15-1(H)(2) 1978 NMSA for discussion of limited personnel matters related to Police Department. This meeting is open to the public and residents are encouraged to attend or stream via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86303284801 . A copy of the agenda will be available at the Hurley Town Hall and online at www.townofhurley.us Full legal notice https://www.grantcountybeat.com/legals/town-of-hurley-regular-meeting-july-14-2026 |
| Wednesday July 15, 11:00 AM :: 3:00 PM Silver City Waterworks Campground Opening :: Health & Wellness See flyer for full details |
| Wednesday July 15, 1:00 PM :: Come play Gin Rummy and Cribbage :: Education Playing Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon at the Toad. We will be happy to teach anyone. We do not play for money. Just for the fun of it. Everyone is welcome. Location: Little Toad Creek Brewery, Silver City |
| Wednesday July 15, 4:15 PM :: 5:15 PM Silver City TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensible) :: Health & Wellness Silver City TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensible) NM 0288 is a support group meets Wednesdays at the American Legion building 409 W College Ave. Weigh in is from 4:15-4:30 p.m. and the meeting/program from 4:30-5:15 p.m. For more information call Judith at 505-934-1339. Location: American Legion Post 18, Silver City |
| Thursday July 16, 4:00 PM :: Silver Consolidated School Board of Education Finance Committee Meeting :: Legal Notices An agenda for the foregoing meeting may be obtained from the Office of the Superintendent, 2810 N. Swan Street, Silver City, New Mexico, 72 hours prior to the meeting, or on line at www.silverschools.org. Full legal notice Location: Silver Schools Administration Building, Silver City |
| Thursday July 16, 6:00 PM :: Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Performer's Showcase /Open Mic :: Arts & Music Musicians and Performers of all kinds welcome. Step into the spotlight and showcase your talent! From music comedy to spoken word and performance art —this open mic is your stage. Bring your voice, your story, and your energy. All talents welcome. All voices heard. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-july-2026-events Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Friday July 17, 6:00 PM :: Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Line Dancing with DJ Buck Mild :: Arts & Music Honky Tonk Fun!6pm • We had so much fun last time – looks who's coming back! DJ Buck Mild is a popular high-energy desert entertainer and line dance instructor known for throwing guilt-free pleasure dance parties and rowdy, western-themed honky-tonk events. He is a staple in the Southern California desert and honky-tonk scene. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-july-2026-events Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Saturday July 18, 9:00 AM :: Marine Corps League meeting :: Public Meetings Due to the July 4th holiday falling on our regular meeting day, our meeting has been moved to July 18th at the American Legion Post on College Ave. Breakfast at 0900hrs (9am) and the meeting at 1000hrs (10am). Location: American Legion Post 18, Silver City |
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