Thursday April 16 ~ All Day
WNMU 59th Annual Great Race :: Social Events

King of the Hill: 10:00 a.m., Cardiac Hill. Teams battle for dominance in a grueling uphill sprint. 

Talent Show: 6:00 p.m., Fine Arts Center Theatre. Students show off their non-athletic skills.

Full schedule

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-events/wnmu-59th-annual-great-race-to-take-over-silver-city-campus-april-13-18-2026





Thursday April 16, 4:00 AM ::
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. If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting, please contact Mr. William Hawkins, 

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/legals/silver-consolidated-school-board-of-education-finance-committee-meeting-april-16-2026



Location: Silver Consolidated Schools Administration Building, Silver City

Thursday April 16, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Thursday April 16, 11:00 AM :: 12:30 PM
La Mesa de Espanol :: Education

We have a group that practices speaking Spanish.  This is not a class. All levels are welcome, but it helps if you know some Spanish. 

Liz Mikols: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  -  or text me: 575-313-6883
Susan Swanson: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

WNMU Miller Library. Bach seminar room.



Location: Miller Library WNMU, Silver City

Thursday April 16, 5:00 PM :: 8:00 PM
Silver City Boogie :: Arts & Music

Slip into your grooviest, most psychedelic '60s and '70s attire and get ready to dance your heart out to the classics at The Silver City Boogie! This feel-good night is all about vintage vibes, great music, and community fun — with timeless hits that'll have you twisting, spinning, and boogieing all night long. 

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/silver-city-boogie-april-16-2026



Location: The Hearth

Thursday April 16, 5:30 PM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Zumba :: Health & Wellness

Zumba- begins April 7th and will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. Instructor: Carissa Guild, $13 drop per person per class or $55 for the month (8 classes).

Zumba is a popular dance-based fitness program that combines Latin and international music with high-energy dance moves to create a full-body aerobic workout. Designed as a fitness-party, it alters high-and low-intensity movement to improve cardiovascular health and flexibility. Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Thursday April 16, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Performer's Showcase /Open Mic :: Arts & Music

Hosted by Eric & Sue

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.

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Thursday April 16, 7:00 PM ::
Dog Gone at historic El Sol Theatre :: Arts & Music

Local playwright Brenda McFarlane will premiere her new one-woman comedy Dog Gone this April at the historic El Sol Theatre in downtown Silver City.

Performed by Silver City actor Hallie Harris, the 60-minute play follows Alice, a woman who heads north after a fight and keeps driving until somewhere in the Arizona desert she loses her dog. What begins as a search for the missing animal turns into an unexpected journey involving animal control, desert encounters, and a woman forced to confront the gap between the life she has and the life she longs for.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/silver-city-playwright-premieres-new-comedy-dog-gone-at-historic-el-sol-theatre



Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City

Thursday April 16, 7:30 PM ::
Dark Sky Mimbres :: Social Events

International Dark Sky Week.  Whether you're a returning stargazer or joining us for the first time, come experience the wonders of the cosmos! International Dark Sky Week is a global celebration of the night; illuminating the value natural skies.

Full press release and flyer

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/dark-sky-mimbres-april-16-2026



Location: Mimbres Cultural Heritage Site, Mimbres

Friday April 17 ~ All Day
WNMU 59th Annual Great Race :: Social Events

Pit Stop Challenge: 10:00 a.m., Old James Stadium. Teams must perform "pit stop" tasks on their race carts simulating the pressure they'll face during the actual race.

Soccer Match: 3:00 p.m., WNMU Football Field. Standard tournament format that often determines the leaderboard standings heading into Saturday.

Full schedule

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-events/wnmu-59th-annual-great-race-to-take-over-silver-city-campus-april-13-18-2026





Friday April 17, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 17, 6:30 AM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center - Kickboxing :: Health & Wellness

Woman's Kickboxing Cardio Class- Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. Instructor Matt Madrid. $10 per person per session or $35 a month per person. 

High-energy full-body fitness class combining martial arts techniques-punches, knee strikes-with fast paced cardiovascular intervals. Designed for all fitness levels, it boosts heart rate, builds strength. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 17, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 17, 2:00 PM :: 4:00 PM
City Nature Challenge: Introduction to iNaturalist :: Education

Would you like to learn more about the importance of community/citizen science projects, biodiversity in our region, and how to use the iNaturalist app? Then this event is for you! Join us for a hands-on demonstration of how to use the iNaturalist app on iPhone and Android, as well as an overview of how to upload images directly to the iNaturalist website. 

We'll practice taking photos and sound recordings with the app and identifying observations to the correct taxonomic level. We'll also discuss how to tag photos with accurate location and timestamp information and how to use the app in offline mode.



Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City

Friday April 17, 2:00 PM :: 4:00 PM
City Nature Challenge events at Silver Public Library :: Public Meetings, Education, Kids' Activity

This April 17 City Nature Challenge "Introduction to iNaturalist" event is happening 2:00-4:00pm at the Silver City Public Library   https://grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/icalrepeat.detail/2026/04/17/77921/-/city-nature-challenge-introduction-to-inaturalist 

See flyer

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/april-17-and-27-city-nature-challenge-events-at-silver-public-library



Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City

Friday April 17, 5:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Journey Down the Gila :: Arts & Music

Heart of the Gila Presents a Special Film Screening of - Journey Down the Gila - Reserved Limited Seating • Tickets Available on-line - 5pm – Meet & Greet/ 7pm Doors • Screening at Dusk

Join Heart of the Gila Board members and other supporters for Dinner at the Zócalo before the film. We'll save you a seat if you RSVP at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  Journey Down the Gila is the first full-length film that visually captures the beauty of the Gila River through the 37-mile river run through the Gila Wilderness.

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Friday April 17, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 17, 7:00 PM ::
Dog Gone at historic El Sol Theatre :: Arts & Music

Local playwright Brenda McFarlane will premiere her new one-woman comedy Dog Gone this April at the historic El Sol Theatre in downtown Silver City.

Performed by Silver City actor Hallie Harris, the 60-minute play follows Alice, a woman who heads north after a fight and keeps driving until somewhere in the Arizona desert she loses her dog. What begins as a search for the missing animal turns into an unexpected journey involving animal control, desert encounters, and a woman forced to confront the gap between the life she has and the life she longs for.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/silver-city-playwright-premieres-new-comedy-dog-gone-at-historic-el-sol-theatre



Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City

Saturday April 18 ~ All Day
WNMU 59th Annual Great Race :: Social Events

The Great Race Line Up: 9:00 a.m., E Street. The official "Indy 500" style start. Watch teams of students navigate custom-built carts through a rigorous course.

The Mustang Village Block Party: 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., E Street Parking Lot. This official post-race celebration features food trucks, live music, and a chance to unwind. 

Full schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-events/wnmu-59th-annual-great-race-to-take-over-silver-city-campus-april-13-18-2026





Saturday April 18, 9:00 AM :: 12:00 PM
Pick It Up – Toss No Más Gila Earth Day Community Cleanup :: Public Meetings

In honor of Gila Earth Day, we invite you to steward our local environment by joining a community litter cleanup. Litter and debris threaten our environment, harming wildlife, contaminating soil and water, and aiding the spread of pests and diseases. Humans are the only source of manufactured, non-biodegradable waste, so let's take action to clean up our litter and protect our precious Earth! 

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/pick-it-up-toss-no-mas-gila-earth-day-community-cleanup-april-18-2026



Location: Gila Community Foundation

Saturday April 18, 10:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Silver City for Give Grandly :: Fundraiser

The Gila Community Foundation (GCF) and Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico (CFSNM) will be hosting Give Grandly as part of Southern New Mexico Giving Day, a regional day of giving designed to uplift local nonprofits and celebrate community generosity across 12 Southern New Mexico counties. This year marks the first year the two community foundations are partnering to host the event, growing the impact.

Local area nonprofits rely heavily on the funds collected during Give Grandly for general operating support that helps them deliver critical services to our community.  Online donations will be accepted April 13 - 24 at www.givegrandly.org.  

Join us for this joyous celebration of charitable giving!



Location: Gough Park, Silver City

Saturday April 18, 10:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Gila Valley Library Give Grandly :: Fundraiser

See flyer for event

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-events/gila-valley-library-give-grandly-and-weaving-class



Location: Gila Valley Public Library, Gila

Saturday April 18, 10:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Community Outreach :: Public Meetings

See flyer for event

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/community-outreach-april-18-2026



Location: Silver City Woman's Club, Silver City

Saturday April 18, 10:00 AM :: 4:00 PM
KURU 89.1 FM Gila/Mimbres Community Radio :: Fundraiser

Visit the studios of KURU and support your community radio station during Give Grandly, 2026. We're at 519-B North Bullard in Silver City (corner of 6th and N. Bullard). Enjoy light refreshments and conversation with the people whose local voices you hear on the air. Your donations will be matched dollar for dollar until we reach the total of $5,000 in challenge grants from generous listeners who want to encourage new donations to KURU.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/kuru-89-1-fm-gila-mimbres-community-radio-april-18-2026



Location: KURU Radio Station, Silver City

Saturday April 18, 10:00 AM ::
Alzheimer's Caregivers' Support group :: Public Meetings

The Alzheimer's Caregivers' Support group will meet at the Silver City Public Library at 10 a.m. Questions? Call Linda Brake 575-590-1499.



Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City

Saturday April 18, 11:00 AM ::
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center -Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser :: Fundraiser

SASS 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser-Saturday, April 18, 2026, check in at 11:00 am, game begins at 12:00 pm. $25 entree fee. For more information contact Dominik Varela 575-202-5123. Toss for a Cause, bring a partner or come and we'll match you up! Welcome all skill levels. Family-friendly event. All proceeds support awareness, prevention, and survivor services. Sponsored by Child Advocacy Center-Silver Regional SASS. For more information contact; Dominki Varela 575-202-5123.



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Saturday April 18, 7:00 PM ::
Dog Gone at historic El Sol Theatre :: Arts & Music

Local playwright Brenda McFarlane will premiere her new one-woman comedy Dog Gone this April at the historic El Sol Theatre in downtown Silver City.

Performed by Silver City actor Hallie Harris, the 60-minute play follows Alice, a woman who heads north after a fight and keeps driving until somewhere in the Arizona desert she loses her dog. What begins as a search for the missing animal turns into an unexpected journey involving animal control, desert encounters, and a woman forced to confront the gap between the life she has and the life she longs for.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/silver-city-playwright-premieres-new-comedy-dog-gone-at-historic-el-sol-theatre



Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City

Saturday April 18, 7:00 PM :: 10:00 PM
KURU 89.1 FM Gila/Mimbres Community Radio - Dance :: Arts & Music, Fundraiser

Enjoy music by The Big Ditch Crickets with contra dancing taught and led by Carol Ann Fugagli. It's fun and easy, and family friendly – no experience necessary! What a great way to relax after a day of supporting the community organizations that do so much for us all, through Give Grandly!

Admission is free. Suggested donation: $10 adults, $5 students under 21, kids 12 and under welcome free!

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/kuru-89-1-fm-gila-mimbres-community-radio-april-18-2026



Location: Murray Hotel, Silver City

Sunday April 19, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Sunday April 19, 10:00 AM ::
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - Meditation :: Public Meetings

William Smith has been practicing meditation on the inner Divine Light and Sound current for 53 years. He was initiated in this meditation by Sant Kirpal Singh Ji Maharaj in 1973 and spent two months with him in India in 1974. He has continued to study under the guidance of the successors, Sant Darshan Singh Ji Maharaj and Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Marharaj, the current Master of this meditation and head of Science of Spirituality.

Full press release 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/unitarian-universalist-fellowship-meditation



Location: 3845 N Swan Street, Silver City

Sunday April 19, 2:00 PM ::
Dog Gone at historic El Sol Theatre :: Arts & Music

Local playwright Brenda McFarlane will premiere her new one-woman comedy Dog Gone this April at the historic El Sol Theatre in downtown Silver City.

Performed by Silver City actor Hallie Harris, the 60-minute play follows Alice, a woman who heads north after a fight and keeps driving until somewhere in the Arizona desert she loses her dog. What begins as a search for the missing animal turns into an unexpected journey involving animal control, desert encounters, and a woman forced to confront the gap between the life she has and the life she longs for.

Full press release 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/silver-city-playwright-premieres-new-comedy-dog-gone-at-historic-el-sol-theatre



Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City

Sunday April 19, 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

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/unity-del-corazon-gatherings-in-silver-city



Location: The Hearth

Sunday April 19, 5:00 PM :: 8:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Volleyball :: Health & Wellness

Community Volleyball- every Sunday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm ages 16+ welcome.  Drop-in play, no registration required. Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Monday April 20, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Monday April 20, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Monday April 20, 4:00 PM ::
Grant Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting :: Public Meetings

The regular monthly board meeting of the Grant Soil and Water Conservation District will be held Monday, April 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the conference room of the Natural Resources Conservation Service/Grant SWCD office located at 3082 32nd Street Bypass, Suite C, Silver City, NM.  To request a copy of the agenda or for more information, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The meeting is open to the public. 



Location: NRCS Building

Monday April 20, 5:30 PM ::
Silver Consolidated School Board of Education Work Session and Board Meeting  :: Legal Notices

Silver Consolidated School Board of Education Work Session Meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m. and will be followed by the  Regular Board Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in Home Ec. Room at Cliff Schools, 622 NM-211, Gila, NM 88038 and streamed live on Facebook at: https://wwfacebook.com/SilverCitySchls/ , for the transaction of the following business: approval of minutes and agenda; 

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/legals/silver-consolidated-school-board-of-education-work-session-and-board-meeting-april-20-2026



Location: Cliff High School, Cliff

Monday April 20, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Tuesday April 21, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Tuesday April 21, 10:00 AM :: 11:00 AM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Flexible & Fit :: Health & Wellness

Flexible & Fit -Tuesdays 10:00 am-11:00 am $5.00 fee per person per class. Instructor Sandy Lang. Improve strength, balance, and flexibility in this low-impart class geared toward the active exerciser seeking to maintain fitness. Body-weight exercise and stretches that incorporate basic Pilates, yoga and core work will help increase strength and mobility. Bring a mat and water bottle. Must be able to get up and down easily without assistance. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Tuesday April 21, 10:00 AM :: 6:00 PM
HMS invites you to a ribbon-cutting :: Public Meetings

HMS would like to invite you to a ribbon-cutting in Silver City as we celebrate our new Mobile Dental Unit. Come learn more about the services it will provide and how it will benefit our community!

See full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/hms-invites-you-to-a-ribbon-cutting-april-21-2026



Location: HMS Community Health Center, Silver City

Tuesday April 21, 11:00 AM :: 12:30 PM
La Mesa de Espanol :: Education

We have a group that practices speaking Spanish.  This is not a class. All levels are welcome, but it helps if you know some Spanish. 

Liz Mikols: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  -  or text me: 575-313-6883
Susan Swanson: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

WNMU Miller Library. Bach seminar room.



Location: Miller Library WNMU, Silver City

Tuesday April 21, 5:30 PM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Zumba :: Health & Wellness

Zumba- begins April 7th and will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. Instructor: Carissa Guild, $13 drop per person per class or $55 for the month (8 classes).

Zumba is a popular dance-based fitness program that combines Latin and international music with high-energy dance moves to create a full-body aerobic workout. Designed as a fitness-party, it alters high-and low-intensity movement to improve cardiovascular health and flexibility. Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Tuesday April 21, 5:30 PM ::
Rosedale Water Association Meeting :: Legal Notices

The Rosedale MDWCA Board of Directors will hold a Special Board Meeting to be held at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center located at 3031 Highway 180 East. They will discuss items on the Agenda, 

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/legals/rosedale-mdwca-to-hold-special-meeting-042126



Location: Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center, Silver City

Tuesday April 21, 6:00 PM ::
Public Hearing On Chino Mine Reclamation Plan :: Public Meetings

The New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, Mining and Minerals Division (MMD) will hold a public hearing on Freeport-McMoRan's application to revise and update the reclamation plan for the Chino Mine. The application includes changes to reclamation designs and water treatment plans, as well as the addition of a new waste rock stockpile.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/public-hearing-on-chino-mine-reclamation-plan-april-21-2026



Location: Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center, Silver City

Tuesday April 21, 6:30 PM ::
Westerners International Silver City Corral #36 Mary Armstrong :: Public Meetings, Education

Catered Dinner:  $15.00 members and $18.00 non-members, $5.00 presentation only

Confirm with Jody Hall at 575 342-2621 or jody This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  no later than Monday, April 13, 2026 if you plan on attending. (Very Important:  Caterer needs a head count for planning purposes) 

Award Winning Author  - Iowa State University w/ a degree in  Landscape Architecture -  Designed Golf Courses all over the world

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/westerners-international-silver-city-corral-36-mary-armstrong-april-21-2026



Location: Cross Point Assembly of God Church, Silver City

Tuesday April 21, 7:00 PM ::
WNMU Cultural Affairs- Quarteto Nuevo :: Arts & Music

President's Chamber Music Series: 

General Admission $20 | Students, Faculty and Staff admitted free with a WNMU ID

Quarteto Nuevo is a Los Angeles–based quartet that blends Western classical technique with Eastern European folk rhythms, Latin grooves and jazz improvisation into one compelling sound.

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/wnmu-cultural-affairs-april-events



Location: Light Hall Theatre, Silver City

Wednesday April 22, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 22, 6:30 AM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center - Kickboxing :: Health & Wellness

Woman's Kickboxing Cardio Class- Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. Instructor Matt Madrid. $10 per person per session or $35 a month per person. 

High-energy full-body fitness class combining martial arts techniques-punches, knee strikes-with fast paced cardiovascular intervals. Designed for all fitness levels, it boosts heart rate, builds strength. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 22, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 22, 10:00 AM :: 1:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Board/Card Game Social :: Public Meetings

Board/Card Game Social – Wednesday 10:00 am-1:00 pm in the multi-purpose room. We have games for everyone. Whether you're visually impaired, neurodivergent, or looking for something motor-friendly, we have games for you No cost to attend & no pre-registration required. Perfect for anyone looking to stay mentally active, meet new people, and enjoy a low-stress social activity. No pre-registration required. Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 22, 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 April 22, 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 April 22, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Tiff & Mollie w/ CW Ayon :: Arts & Music

Singer-Songwriter/ Folk & Blues  - Tif & Mollie are a dynamic female duo blending genre-bending folk-rock, Americana, and soulful grooves with live-looping, cello, and multi-instrumental techniques. Known for high-energy performances that blend Bach-inspired cello with original ballads and danceable beats, they deliver an intimate, yet powerful sound described as raw, playful, and emotionally honest.

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Wednesday April 22, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 22, 7:00 PM :: 8:30 PM
Seeds of Vandana Shiva :: Arts & Music

Lotus Center, the Silver City Food Co-Op, and Upper Gila Watershed Alliance will be hosting a film screening of the Seeds of Vandana Shiva.  This powerful documentary follows the life and accomplishments of Vandana Shiva and her fight to protect the diversity and integrity of living resources. 

Link to official trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEqTo8lDivs 

$10 suggested donation; no one turned away for lack of funds.


Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Location: WNMU Light Hall, Silver City

Thursday April 23, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Thursday April 23, 11:00 AM :: 12:30 PM
La Mesa de Espanol :: Education

We have a group that practices speaking Spanish.  This is not a class. All levels are welcome, but it helps if you know some Spanish. 

Liz Mikols: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  -  or text me: 575-313-6883
Susan Swanson: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

WNMU Miller Library. Bach seminar room.



Location: Miller Library WNMU, Silver City

Thursday April 23, 4:30 PM ::
Bayard City Council Regular Re-scheduled Meeting :: Legal Notices

The Bayard City Council will conduct a Regular Re-scheduled Meeting at the Bayard City Hall. Attendance of City Council members will be in person.  Items on the agenda relate to old and new business matters. The agenda may be altered up to seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting; copies can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or viewed online at www.cityofbayardnm.com.  

Full legal notice

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/legals/bayard-city-council-regular-re-scheduled-meeting-april-23-2026



Location: Bayard City Hall, Bayard

Thursday April 23, 5:30 PM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Zumba :: Health & Wellness

Zumba- begins April 7th and will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. Instructor: Carissa Guild, $13 drop per person per class or $55 for the month (8 classes).

Zumba is a popular dance-based fitness program that combines Latin and international music with high-energy dance moves to create a full-body aerobic workout. Designed as a fitness-party, it alters high-and low-intensity movement to improve cardiovascular health and flexibility. Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Thursday April 23, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Performer's Showcase /Open Mic :: Arts & Music

Hosted by Elnuh w/ Bright Bright  Dream Pop 

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.

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Friday April 24 ~ All Day
Silver City Comprehensive Plan update is underway :: Public Meetings

This effort will build on the 2017 plan to reflect current conditions and community priorities, and help guide future decisions around housing, economic opportunity, infrastructure, and quality of life. 

We have a few upcoming opportunities for folks to get involved:

Community Priorities Workshop Murray Hotel | 4/24/26 | 10am-12pm      

Little Toad Tabling Event | 4/24/26 | 3-5pm       

Continental Divide Trail Day | 4/25/26 | 9am-2pm

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/silver-city-comprehensive-plan-update-is-underway-april-24-2026





Friday April 24, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 24, 6:30 AM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center - Kickboxing :: Health & Wellness

Woman's Kickboxing Cardio Class- Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. Instructor Matt Madrid. $10 per person per session or $35 a month per person. 

High-energy full-body fitness class combining martial arts techniques-punches, knee strikes-with fast paced cardiovascular intervals. Designed for all fitness levels, it boosts heart rate, builds strength. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 24, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday April 24, 12:00 PM :: 2:00 PM
City Nature Challenge: Gila Valley Pollinator Gardens :: Education

Part of the Silver City "City Nature Challenge." Free and open to the public.

This kid-friendly event is a part of the Gila Valley Library's Friday lecture series. Pollinator gardens aren't just good for bees. They feed a wonderful diversity of insects and birds, as well as provide friendly habitat for other wild plants, fungi, and animals. We'll tour the pollinator garden and community orchard at the library, play fun biodiversity-themed games, and document the amazing biodiversity focused on in the library's garden. Kids are encouraged to bring a phone or tablet with the iNaturalist app already downloaded!

Hosted by Silver City Watershed Keepers and the Gila Valley Public Library



Location: Gila Valley Public Library, Gila

Friday April 24, 4:00 PM :: 6:00 PM
City Nature Challenge: Dragonfly Trail Hike :: Education

Part of the Silver City "City Nature Challenge." Free and open to the public.

Hike the Dragonfly Trail with local naturalists to see what species live within the dry plains and pine-juniper habitats of Grant County. If the creek is flowing, we will see who is flocking to this water source. Along the way, we will discuss how to identify animal signs (footprints, scat, and maybe bones), listen for birdcalls, and appreciate the abundance of desert wildflowers that bloom during wet springs.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/city-nature-challenge-dragonfly-trail-hike





Friday April 24, 5:00 PM :: 7:00 PM
City Nature Challenge: Bootheel Bioblitz :: Education

The New Mexico Bootheel is one of the most biodiverse regions of the entire United States. Join the Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (ARC) as we take part in an outing along a portion of the Continental Divide Trail that crosses through the Bootheel of Grant County. If we're lucky, we'll see horned lizards, rattlesnakes, coral snakes, raptors, and signs of other animals walking the trails! We will also have ample opportunity to see different desert vegetation, desert invertebrates, and plenty more in this beautiful habitat!

Continental Divide Trail: Coordinates: 31.966, -108.436

Full press release 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/city-nature-challenge-bootheel-bioblitz





Friday April 24, 5:30 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Poetic Outlaws Open Mic :: Arts & Music

Silver City Poetic Outlaws is a recurring open mic event focused on the spoken word. 

Poetry, readings from stories and books, monologue, improv...all forms of spoken word are welcome.

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Friday April 24, 6:30 PM :: 8:30 PM
City Nature Challenge Open Space Welcome :: Education

Part of the Silver City "City Nature Challenge"

After the Dragonfly Trail hike, meet back at Open Space Brewery at 6:30 to celebrate the start of 2026 City Nature Challenge!

We'll share our best photos, play some games, and enjoy a drink in the company of fellow naturalists.

Brought to you by SC Watershed Keepers, Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy, Bird Alliance of SW New Mexico, and Open Space Brewing



Location: Open Space Brewery

Friday April 24, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Saturday April 25, 8:00 AM :: 10:00 AM
City Nature Challenge: San Vicente Trail Bird Outing :: Education

tweet-tu-tu-weet! Calling all birders! The Bird Alliance of Southwestern New Mexico will be leading a walk through the riparian habitat of the San Vicente Creek trail system. Participants will enjoy native speckled dace in the stream and willows along the shady banks, but the real highlight, of course, will be the birds that call this oasis home. We hope to see nesting black hawks, busy acorn woodpeckers, rowdy kingfishers, and colorful early migrants along the trail. Hwy 90/Hudson St. Bridge Trailhead

Full press release 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/city-nature-challenge-san-vicente-trail-bird-outing





Saturday April 25, 9:00 AM :: 11:00 AM
City Nature Challenge: Bayard Biodiversity Fest :: Education

Part of the Silver City “City Nature Challenge.” Free and open to the public.

On Saturday morning, we welcome families and kids (of all ages) to the Bayard Public Library to celebrate biodiversity! Pollinators will be visible around the garden and viewing stations will allow visitors to view brilliant hummingbirds other feathered friends at feeders.

Brought to you by Bird Alliance of SW New Mexico and Bayard Public Library



Location: Bayard Public Library, Bayard

Saturday April 25, 9:00 AM :: 3:00 PM
Local advocates build support for climate action at tabling events for Earth Day :: Public Meetings

The New Mexico chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby will be inviting attendees to explore their motivations for caring about and being involved in climate-focused solutions. There will also be multiple opportunities to take action for the climate, including writing constituent letters in support of permitting reform to be delivered in person to members of Congress; helping attendees register to vote in upcoming elections, and signing up interested attendees to become members of the New Mexico chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby.

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/local-advocates-build-support-for-climate-action-at-tabling-events-for-earth-day



Location: Gough Park, Silver City

Saturday April 25, 11:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
City Nature Challenge: Cherry Creek Campground :: Education

Travel upland to the iconic forests and streams of the Gila National Forest. We'll take a hike along the Little Cherry Creek Trail to view aquatic insects, towering trees, and rare wildlife like mountain kingsnakes and the highly camouflaged canyon tree frog. We found nearly 30 canyon tree frogs during our last outing for the City Nature Challenge 2025, let's see if we can match that number and maybe even find something new! The hike will take place at 11:00 a.m.  Little Cherry Creek Trailhead

Full press release

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/city-nature-challenge-cherry-creek-campground





Saturday April 25, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Jenny Dont & The Spurs w/ Kate Clover :: Arts & Music

Outlaw Country/ Honky Tonk - Jenny Don't & The Spurs  play high-energy, garage-infused country and western music with a punk rock attitude. Their sound features haunting, reverb-drenched vocals and twangy guitars, blending classic honky-tonk with a raw, fast-paced "cowpunk".

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Saturday April 25, 7:00 PM :: 9:00 PM
Western Institute of Lifelong Learning (WILL) Talent Show :: Arts & Music, Fundraiser

WILL's Got Talent is part of our 20th Anniversary celebration and serves as a fundraiser to support WILL programs. Enjoy a wonderful showcase of talent while celebrating this special milestone with us.

See flyer for event

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-events/western-institute-of-lifelong-learning-will-talent-show-april-25-2026



Location: Light Hall Theatre, Silver City

Sunday April 26, 8:00 AM :: 10:00 AM
City Nature Challenge: Explore Silva Creek BotanicalGarden and Waterworks :: Education

Part of the Silver City "City Nature Challenge." Free and open to the public.

The plantings at the Silva Creek Botanical Gardens and Waterworks are in full bloom! Come see what wild insects, birds, and lizards can be found among the garden. This urban gem is easy to access year-round and demonstrates how biodiversity can flourish in the midst of human neighborhoods.

Brought to you by Bird Alliance of SW New Mexico and Gila Native Plant Society



Location: Silva Creek Botanical Garden, Silver City

Sunday April 26, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Sunday April 26, 1:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - The Good Jazz Jazz Jam :: Arts & Music

Jazz Brunch Music & Mimosas

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Sunday April 26, 5:00 PM :: 8:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Volleyball :: Health & Wellness

Community Volleyball- every Sunday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm ages 16+ welcome.  Drop-in play, no registration required. Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Monday April 27, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Monday April 27, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Monday April 27, 12:00 PM :: 2:00 PM
City Nature Challenge: iNaturalist for Photographers :: Education

Part of the Silver City "City Nature Challenge." Free and open to the public.

The plantings at the Silva Creek Botanical Gardens and Waterworks are in full bloom! Come see what wild insects, birds, and lizards can be found among the garden. This urban gem is easy to access year-round and demonstrates how biodiversity can flourish in the midst of human neighborhoods.

Brought to you by Bird Alliance of SW New Mexico and Gila Native Plant Society



Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City

Monday April 27, 12:00 PM :: 2:00 PM
City Nature Challenge events at Silver Public Library :: Public Meetings, Education, Kids' Activity

This April 27 "iNaturalist for Photographers" event is happening 12:00-2:00pm, also at the Silver City Public Library: https://grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/icalrepeat.detail/2026/04/27/77929/-/city-nature-challenge-inaturalist-for-photographers 

See flyer

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/april-17-and-27-city-nature-challenge-events-at-silver-public-library



Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City

Monday April 27, 6:00 PM ::
Effective Weed Management - Grant County Extension :: Education

See flyer for event

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/weed-management-program-gc-extension-april-27-2026



Location: Grant County Extension Office Conference Room, Silver City

Monday April 27, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Tuesday April 28, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Tuesday April 28, 11:00 AM :: 12:30 PM
La Mesa de Espanol :: Education

We have a group that practices speaking Spanish.  This is not a class. All levels are welcome, but it helps if you know some Spanish. 

Liz Mikols: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  -  or text me: 575-313-6883
Susan Swanson: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

WNMU Miller Library. Bach seminar room.



Location: Miller Library WNMU, Silver City

Tuesday April 28, 5:30 PM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Zumba :: Health & Wellness

Zumba- begins April 7th and will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. Instructor: Carissa Guild, $13 drop per person per class or $55 for the month (8 classes).

Zumba is a popular dance-based fitness program that combines Latin and international music with high-energy dance moves to create a full-body aerobic workout. Designed as a fitness-party, it alters high-and low-intensity movement to improve cardiovascular health and flexibility. Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 29 ~ All Day
The 39th Tour of the Gila :: Health & Wellness, Social Events

Registration for Tour of the Gila 2026 Opens New Years Day - Bicycling Stage Race in Southwest New Mexico Set for April 29 Through May 3, 2026. The 39th Tour of the Gila is opening registration for the 2026 road bicycling stage race on New Years Day. The five-day race based out of Silver City is set for Wednesday, April 29, through Sunday, May 3, 2026. 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-articles/registration-for-tour-of-the-gila-2026-opens-new-years-day





Wednesday April 29, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 29, 6:30 AM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center - Kickboxing :: Health & Wellness

Woman's Kickboxing Cardio Class- Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. Instructor Matt Madrid. $10 per person per session or $35 a month per person. 

High-energy full-body fitness class combining martial arts techniques-punches, knee strikes-with fast paced cardiovascular intervals. Designed for all fitness levels, it boosts heart rate, builds strength. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 29, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 29, 10:00 AM :: 1:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Board/Card Game Social :: Public Meetings

Board/Card Game Social – Wednesday 10:00 am-1:00 pm in the multi-purpose room. We have games for everyone. Whether you're visually impaired, neurodivergent, or looking for something motor-friendly, we have games for you No cost to attend & no pre-registration required. Perfect for anyone looking to stay mentally active, meet new people, and enjoy a low-stress social activity. No pre-registration required. Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Wednesday April 29, 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 April 29, 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 April 29, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Old Hat String Band :: Arts & Music

Old-Timey Blue Grass - Old Hat String Band fuses tight vocal harmonies with a lively rhythm and groove section, They draw from bluegrass, old time, folk, and country traditions, playing an energetic blend of bluegrass, old-time, folk, and country music. Known for strong, tight vocal harmonies and a solid rhythmic groove.

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Wednesday April 29, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Thursday April 30 ~ All Day
The 39th Tour of the Gila :: Health & Wellness, Social Events

Registration for Tour of the Gila 2026 Opens New Years Day - Bicycling Stage Race in Southwest New Mexico Set for April 29 Through May 3, 2026. The 39th Tour of the Gila is opening registration for the 2026 road bicycling stage race on New Years Day. The five-day race based out of Silver City is set for Wednesday, April 29, through Sunday, May 3, 2026. 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-articles/registration-for-tour-of-the-gila-2026-opens-new-years-day





Thursday April 30, 9:00 AM :: 2:00 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - pickle ball :: Health & Wellness

Pickleball Sunday-Friday 9:00 am-2:00pm all ages welcome, no pre-registration required or fee to play. We have pickleballs and paddles to borrow, all ages and skills welcome. Drop-in play no registration required. 

Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Thursday April 30, 11:00 AM :: 12:30 PM
La Mesa de Espanol :: Education

We have a group that practices speaking Spanish.  This is not a class. All levels are welcome, but it helps if you know some Spanish. 

Liz Mikols: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  -  or text me: 575-313-6883
Susan Swanson: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

WNMU Miller Library. Bach seminar room.



Location: Miller Library WNMU, Silver City

Thursday April 30, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - El Mariachi Manchestor :: Arts & Music

Mariachi meets The Smiths - Mariachi Music inspired by The Cure

El Mariachi Manchester is a Los Angeles-based band that blends traditional Mexican Mariachi instrumentation—violin, trumpet, and guitarron—with the melancholic Brit-pop of Morrissey and The Smiths sound merges, or "mariachifies," popular melancholic rock tunes with passionate, upbeat, and often theatrical Mexican rhythms. 

Full press release and schedule 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-april-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Friday May 1 ~ All Day
The 39th Tour of the Gila :: Health & Wellness, Social Events

Registration for Tour of the Gila 2026 Opens New Years Day - Bicycling Stage Race in Southwest New Mexico Set for April 29 Through May 3, 2026. The 39th Tour of the Gila is opening registration for the 2026 road bicycling stage race on New Years Day. The five-day race based out of Silver City is set for Wednesday, April 29, through Sunday, May 3, 2026. 

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-articles/registration-for-tour-of-the-gila-2026-opens-new-years-day





Friday May 1, 5:30 AM :: 6:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday May 1, 6:30 AM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center - Kickboxing :: Health & Wellness

Woman's Kickboxing Cardio Class- Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. Instructor Matt Madrid. $10 per person per session or $35 a month per person. 

High-energy full-body fitness class combining martial arts techniques-punches, knee strikes-with fast paced cardiovascular intervals. Designed for all fitness levels, it boosts heart rate, builds strength. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center

Friday May 1, 6:00 PM ::
Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Jay Gavin & Denver Venoit :: Arts & Music

Country Western  - Jay Gavin is an independent outlaw country and folk singer-songwriter. Known for authentic storytelling, foot-stomping, and autobiographical everyman songs, his music bridges traditional country with a punk-rock attitude, producing a nostalgic and emotionally driven sound. 

Full schedule of events

https://www.grantcountybeat.com/local-news/local-news-releases/whiskey-creek-zocalo-may-2026-events



Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo

Friday May 1, 6:30 PM :: 7:30 PM
Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center - Jiu-Jitsu :: Health & Wellness

Jiu-Jitsu Mon., Wed., Fri. Youth ages 10-16 5:30-6:30 pm, adults 16 years and older 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. $10 per class per person or $45 per month per person. Instructor Matthew Madrid. Pre-registration prioritized, drop-ins welcome if space permits. 

Pre-register or drop in: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center | Silver City, NM



Location: Henry V. "La Burra" Morales Recreation Center