| Wednesday December 17, 10:00 AM :: Silver City Public Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity Wednesdays, 10:00am Come for stories, songs, and more geared to ages 0-5 and their caregivers! Special thanks to our wonderful talented storytime volunteers! To learn more, visit www.silvercitypubliclibrary.org or call 575-538-3672. Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City |
| Wednesday December 17, 1:00 PM :: Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon :: Public Meetings 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 December 17, 4:00 PM :: Gila Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees Special Meeting :: Legal Notices The Gila Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees will convene in a Special Meeting and will take place in the Board Room at Gila Regional Medical Center located at 1313 E. 32nd Street. The Board of Trustees will immediately enter into a closed Executive Session to discuss strategic long range and business planning. The Board will reconvene in open session to approve the agenda items pursuant to the New Mexico Open Meetings Act Section 10-15-1(H)(9) Strategic & Long Range Business Planning. Full legal notice Location: GRMC Boardroom, Silver City |
| Wednesday December 17, 6:30 PM :: Tyrone Water & Wastewater Association :: Legal Notices The agenda for the meeting may be altered up to seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting. 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 Alan Berg at (575) 654-0391 or at Full legal notice Location: Tyrone Community Center, Tyrone |
| Thursday December 18, 10:30 AM :: A SWRTPO Technical Advisory Committee Meeting :: Legal Notices Southwest Regional Transportation Planning Organization (SWRTPO) Location: Online - Join via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87690956754 Representation is requested from all municipal, county and tribal governments within Catron, Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna Counties. Copies of the agenda may be obtained by contacting staff at the Southwest New Mexico Council of Governments, P.O. Box 2157, Silver City, NM 88062 or by calling (575) 388-1509, seventy-two hours prior to the meeting. This meeting is open and the public is invited. Full legal notice |
| Thursday December 18, 6:00 PM :: 7:00 PM Alzheimer's Caregivers' Support Group :: Health & Wellness Alzheimer's Caregivers' Support Group at Cross Point Church on Thursday, October 23rd is changing to 6-7pm. October meeting Sophia, from Amber Care, will talk about Hospice services, what is offered and what is not. Also, a head's up about the meetings for November and December. The 4th Thursday of both months fall on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Those months we will meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month, at 6pm. Questions? Call Linda Brake at 575-590-1499. |
| Thursday December 18, 6:00 PM :: Whiskey Creek Zócalo Performer's Showcase :: Arts & Music Reoccurring 'Open Mic' - Musicians and Performers of all kinds welcome. Improv, Comedy, Song and Dance, Juggling –Showcase your talent and share what you got on the Zócalo Stage. We love to see you Shine! 15-minute spots. Must Sign Up in Person Full press release Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Friday December 19, 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 Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Friday December 19, 7:00 PM :: Virus Theater :: Arts & Music Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025 Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City |
| Saturday December 20 ~ All Day 2025 Grant County Toys for Tots campaign :: Kids' Activity The 2025 Grant County Toys for Tots campaign is underway! As always, Toys for Tots remains committed to its promise to bring each child that may be experiencing his or her own troubles the joy and hope of Christmas. If you live in Grant County and need to request a toy for your child, please go to www.silvercity-nm.toysfortots.org and click on the "request a toy" pull down menu then enter your information. ALL applications must be submitted online. We will be accepting applications through Friday, December 5. Toy distribution will be at the Santa Clara Armory on Saturday, December 20. No walk-ins will be taken. Full press release Location: Santa Clara Armory, Santa Clara |
| Saturday December 20 ~ All Day Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Luminarias/Farolitos Lighting :: Arts & Music Just Before Dark - Join us for our 3rd Annual Luminarias Lighting. Last year we lit over 300 Luminarias. This year we are hoping to add to the tradition! If you would like to help light the night - let us know! Whether from northern or southern New Mexico – the tradition of lights is a beautiful one. Join us for the Community Lighting and walk through a Labyrinth of Luminarias. Full press release Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Saturday December 20, 9:00 AM :: 1:00 PM Mimbres Mercado :: Arts & Music, Health & Wellness Weekly, year-round, swap meet-style market, held inside and outside a large hangar in Mimbres. Vendors can call Valerie at 520-678-8577 or email An ongoing New-to-You Sale to help fund the Mercado, with something for everyone, will also take place in the hangar. The Mimbres Mercado is a project of the Mimbres Food & Agriculture Co-op. Weekly Mercado Update at Mimbres Food on Facebook. Big Hangar at the Mimbres Marketplace, https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/saturday-morning-market-in-mimbres-weekly
Location: Mimbres Marketplace, 2743 Hwy 35 |
| Saturday December 20, 11:00 AM :: Avalon Books and Music hosting award-winning local author Colleen Jiron :: Arts & Music Avalon Books and Music is hosting award-winning local author Colleen Jiron for a 3-Book Launch, Reading and Signing, with the theme of "A little magic goes a long way." Come join us for discounts and goodies at 810 N. Bullard in Silver City! Contact Emily Aversa at Avalon for details." Location: Avalon Books and Music |
| Saturday December 20, 1:00 PM :: Gila Valley Library Annual Board Meeting :: Public Meetings |
| Saturday December 20, 1:00 PM :: 4:00 PM Gila Valley Library Christmas events :: Public Meetings |
| Saturday December 20, 2:00 PM :: Virus Theater :: Arts & Music Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025 Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City |
| Saturday December 20, 5:30 PM :: Gila Valley Christmas Parade :: Social Events See poster for schedule |
| Saturday December 20, 7:00 PM :: Virus Theater :: Arts & Music Silver City's Virus Theater invites audiences to huff, puff, and laugh their way into the holiday season with Three, a bold new original play that turns the familiar tale of The Three Little Pigs delightfully and hilariously on its head. Three is directed by Teresa Dahl-Bredine and features Heather Bee Castello, Joshua Rex, Douglas Shelton, Kristen Warnack, and Grace Mumby. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/events-calendars/local-events/virus-theater-opening-december-12-2025 Location: El Sol Theater, Silver City |
| Sunday December 21, 10:00 AM :: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - A Course in Miracles :: Public Meetings Gillian Sherwood will present a brief history and context for the spiritual classic "A Course in Miracles" and share her own experience and insights with the self-study course. "A Course in Miracles" emphasizes an awakening to the constant and eternal presence of love through forgiveness, self-awareness and truth. The presentation will include discussion about the three parts of the Course including the text, the daily lessons and the teacher's manual. Full press release Location: 3845 N Swan Street, Silver City |
| Sunday December 21, 11:00 AM :: 12:15 PM Circle of Sound ~Winter Solstice :: Public Meetings, Spiritual As tribes have always done at winter solstice, come celebrate the themes of REBIRTH, LIGHT, and CELEBRATION. Let's set the intentions of Harmony, Acceptance, Unity, Joy, Compassion, Love and Appreciation for all beings of our planet. Bring a friend, a chair, rattles, crystal bowls, didgeridoos, bells, flutes, drums, or any other favorite instrument! Host: Beatriz Giraldo and friends We invite Everyone in the community to "Join the Circle and Share the Sound" Location: Gough Park, Silver City |
| Sunday December 21, 4:00 PM :: 5:00 PM The Aramaic Prayer of Jesus :: Spiritual Join us as we chant and dance the Prayer of Jesus, known as the Lord's Prayer, in the language it was originally spoken. Experience the vibration of these words and the message they may hold for you. No experience necessary. Donations appreciated. For more information about this practice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywNgex8EJbk 1st Church of Harmony / 609 Arizona St. Location: Church of the Harmony, Silver City |
| Monday December 22 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Monday December 22, 7:00 PM :: WNMU Zak Mirz: Kid @ Heart :: Arts & Music Zak Mirz is a Dallas–Fort Worth–based magician and storyteller whose work combines sleight of hand with personal narrative. Over the past decade, he has toured internationally with his live show Flashes of Magic, presenting illusions alongside humor and storytelling. His work has also taken him behind the scenes as a magic advisor for David Blaine: The Magic Way and onto the stage of Penn & Teller: Fool Us!. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/wnmu-cultural-affairs-january-2026-events Location: WNMU Fine Arts Theatre, Silver City |
| Tuesday December 23 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Tuesday December 23, 10:00 AM :: Silver City Public Library Baby Time :: Kids' Activity Please join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and social time for babies! Baby time is geared towards ages 0-24 months along with their caregivers. To learn more, visit silvercitypubliclibrary.org or call 575-538-3672. Location: Silver City Public Library, Silver City |
| Wednesday December 24 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Wednesday December 24, 1:00 PM :: Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon :: Public Meetings 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 |
| Friday December 26 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Saturday December 27 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Sunday December 28 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Monday December 29 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Monday December 29, 6:00 PM :: WNMU Art Exhibition :: Arts & Music Expressive Arts Juried Student Exhibition - Exhibit runs through February 19 The Francis McCray Gallery, in collaboration with the Expressive Arts Department, announces the 2026 Western New Mexico University Juried Student Art Exhibition. This annual showcase will feature student work across a wide range of media, including sculpture, drawing, printmaking, painting, ceramics and graphic design. Full press release https://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/wnmu-cultural-affairs-january-2026-events Location: WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art, Silver City |
| Tuesday December 30 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Wednesday December 31 ~ All Day Shaking the Christmas Tree — The Hearth Holiday Festival Lights Up Silver City This December :: Arts & Music A ten-day community arts celebration with youth plays, family talent showcase, and festive gathering under the glow of The Hearth. This December, TheActrix Studio in partnership with The Hearth invites families, friends, and community members to gather for Shaking the Christmas Tree — a Hearth Holiday Festival. The event will run December 22–24, December 26–31, and January 2 at The Hearth (1915 N. Swan St). The Festival is a community-driven celebration of creativity, belonging, and holiday spirit — featuring youth theatrical productions, a community talent showcase, and a Winter Break Drama Lab for children. Full press release Location: The Hearth |
| Wednesday December 31, 12:00 PM :: Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths :: Health & Wellness, Spiritual World Healing Day at Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths, 355 Bursum Road, Glenwood- At 12 noon on the last day of the year people around the world walk a labyrinth to heal themselves, each other, the world, and more besides. Full press release
Contact: Cordelia 575 313 1002 Location: Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths, Glenwood |
| Wednesday December 31, 1:00 PM :: Gin Rummy and Cribbage every Wednesday afternoon :: Public Meetings 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 December 31, 6:00 PM :: 11:00 PM Whiskey Creek Zócalo - It's Midnight Somewhere :: Arts & Music Time Travelers Masquerade! NY EVE Dance Party - Travel with us into 2026. We had so much fun last year – we decided to keep it up for our 3rd Annual NYE Bash! to Celebrate the end of 2025 and dance our way into 2026! There will be record spinning, time traveling, masquerading, fortune tellers, and a Champagne Toast. To reveal or not to reveal - Who are you behind the Mask? Dress Up – or Come As You Are. Full press release Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Thursday January 1, 11:00 AM :: 4:00 PM Whiskey Creek Zócalo - New Years Day Brunch :: Social Events Shrimp & Grits - House Special Shrimp & Grits – NOLA meets New Mexico with Jeff's own Green Chile Shrimp & Grits. Along with Jeff's complementary Lucky Black-Eyed Peas!! Have a mimosa, bellini, or bloody mary – and greet the New Year with gusto. Full press release Location: Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
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