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August 12, 2018 - August 18, 2018
August 12, 2018 - August 18, 2018
  • Cosmic Campground Weekend  ::  Rural Roads

    The Perseid Meteor shower is Auguts12/13. Bring a friend, a red filtered flashlight, shade, lawn chair, and telescope and binoculars if you have them. Enjoy the wonders of the night sky.   

    Location  Cosmic Campground

    Contact  cosmiccampground.org

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "RBG" (PG) 1:00 & 4:00pm: "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" (PG-13) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 10:00am - 11:00am  “Ro-Buki in Rhyme: Reflections on Blowing Zen”   ::  Spiritual

    Samarpan David Kent presents an autobiographical poem which was inspired by the Shakuhachi that came into his life five months ago. This will be a Family Program Sunday and children of all ages are invited to participate. This Sunday the ...   

    Contact  uufellowshipofsilvercity@gmail.com or www.uufsc.com

  • 10:30am  Sunday Morning Breakfast and Service  ::  Spiritual

    Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church serves breakfast Sunday mornings at 10:30am and the Sunday service starts at 11am.   

    Location  Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church

  • 01:00pm - 01:45pm  Gila Cliff Dwellings Interpretive Ranger Guided Tours  ::  Tours

    Give yourself enough time to hike the half mile from the trail head to the dwellings in order to be on time for the 1:00 pm start. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, sunscreen and a hat. Bring plenty of water. The ...   

    Location  Gila Cliff Dwellings

    Contact  575--536-9461 ext. 31 or rita_garcia@nps.gov

  • 02:00pm  Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "SOLO: A Star Wars Story" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 03:00pm  Bagged Lunches From Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church  ::  Health & Wellness

    The Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church is giving out bagged lunches on Sunday afternoons. They are located by the Big Ditch foot bridge near the Visitor's Center.   

    Location  Silver City Visitor Center

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "RBG" (PG) 4:00pm: "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" (PG-13) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 08:00am - 11:00am  Monday Meeting with the Mayor  ::  Social Events

    Silver City Mayor Ken Ladner would like to invite your input, ideas and inspirations toward making our town even better. All are invited to stop by and share your insights and ideas with Mayor Ladner.   

    Location  The HUB

  • 10:30am  Widowed and Single Persons of Grant County Meeting  ::  Social Events

    William Perkins will talk about estate planning. Cost for lunch is $12. All singles are welcome.   

    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  575-537-3643

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Zumba Gold  ::  Health & Wellness

    Fun exercise class, based on the successful Zumba ® formula and geared to older adults or those new to exercise. We use rock n roll, classic Latin rhythms and other international music styles to stretch, move and work your muscles. ...   

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  575-313-6883 or emikols@Q.com

  • 12:05pm - 01:00pm  New Hope Al-Anon Family Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Al Anon Family Groups are for family and friends of alcoholics. This is an Open Meeting of Al-Anon.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:00pm - 08:00pm  Congressman Steve Pearce and Legislator Yvette Herrell to hold meet and greet  ::  Political

    Congressman Steve Pearce and Legislator Yvette Herrell will hold a meet and greet at Q's Bistro on Monday, Aug. 13 from 6 - 8 p.m.   

    Location  Q's Bistro

  • 07:00pm  Open Mic with The Black Teas  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "RBG" (PG) 4:00pm: "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" (PG-13) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 09:00am - 04:00pm  "The Art of Photography" an Exhibition of Photographs by Kam Zarrabi  ::  Arts & Music

    The exhibit is the work of local resident Kam Zarrabi. It will run until August 31 during MRAC business hours.   

    Location  MRAC Gallery

    Contact  575-538-2505 or frontdesk@mimbresarts.org

  • 09:00am  Grant County Board of Commissioners Work Session  ::  Legal Notices

    I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance & Salute to State FlagIII. Approval of Work Session AgendaIV. Purpose• The general purpose of the County Work Session is to inform the Grant County Board of Commissioners of the Agenda items that ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  www.grantcountynm.com

  • 01:30pm - 03:30pm  Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group  ::  Arts & Music

    The Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group welcomes writers of all levels to participate. All writing is done during the session. There is no charge. Endorsed by the Southwest Festival of the Written Word at www.swwordfiesta.org   

    Location  Murray Ryan Visitor Center

    Contact  trish.heck@gmail.com or 575-534-0207

  • 05:30pm  Weight Watchers  ::  Health & Wellness

    In the Annex.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

  • 05:30pm  Zumba Fitness in Hurley  ::  Health & Wellness

    Zumba Fitness is a moderate-high intensity aerobic fitness class moving to Zumba choreography and inspired Latin music. All classes cost $3/class.   

    Location  Hurley Community Center

  • 06:00pm  Town of Silver City Council Regular Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting on July 24, 2018Unfinished Business: A. Approval / Disapproval of Ordinance No. 1268: an Ordinance proposing various amendments to the Municipal Code regarding boards and committees of the Town. B. Approval / Disapproval of Ordinance No. ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  www.townofsilvercity.org

  • Curbside Consulting  ::  Education

    FREE! Help for non-profits or those considering one. Every Wednesday, by appointment only.    

    Location  College Plaza Suite #16

    Contact  575-597-0035 or email NRG@swchi.org

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "RBG" (PG) 4:00pm: "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" (PG-13) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 10:00am - 11:15am  Ballet for Adults: Body and Spirit  ::  Health & Wellness

    For more information on the class visit: http://www.lotuscentersc.org/classes-moving-arts/   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  http://www.lotuscentersc.org/classes-moving-arts/

  • 10:30am  Storytime  ::  Kids' Activity

    Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, movement, and simple crafts. Storytimes are designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or ref@silvercitymail.com

  • 10:30am - 01:30pm  Wednesday Farmers' Market  ::  Social Events

    Midweek farmers' market at Ace Hardware. Lots of fresh produce.   

    Location  Ace Hardware

  • 11:30am  Grant County Federated Republican Women Lunch Meeting  ::  Political

    William Perkins, candidate for Judicial District 6 Judge will speak. Other candidates will also be present to meet and greet. A buffet lunch will be available for only $10. Grant County Voters are welcome.   

    Location  WNMU Cafeteria

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Beginners welcome, experts challenged.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

    Contact  575-534-9355

  • 01:00pm - 05:00pm  Republican Headquarters Open Wednesdays  ::  Political

    Refreshments served. Trump hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and tickets for drawings are for sale. Candidate materials and information are also available. We invite voters to stop by and chat. Tickets for the October 6, "Make America Great Again Dinner" are for ...   

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Future Engineers  ::  Kids' Activity

    Creative construction fun with LEGO® bricks, K'NEX®, and Strawbees! This activity is geared toward children ages 6-12. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or ref@silvercitymail.com

  • 06:00pm - 07:00pm  Al-Anon Family Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    This is an open meeting.   

    Location  Arenas Valley Church of Christ

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:00pm  Wednesday Bible Study and Potluck  ::  Spiritual

    Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church has a Wednesday Bible Study at 6:30pm , preceded by a potluck supper with Pastor Waldo Winborn at 6pm.   

    Location  Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "RBG" (PG) 4:00pm: "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" (PG-13) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 09:00am  Grant County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance & Salute to State FlagIII. Approval of Regular Meeting AgendaIV. Gila Regional Medical Center Reports – Taffy Arias V. Public Input• During this portion of our meeting, we welcome your suggestions and want ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  www.grantcountynm.com

  • 10:30am - 11:30am  Little Artist Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will be making a Fireflies at night scene. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or ref@silvercitymail.com

  • 04:00pm  WildWorks  ::  Kids' Activity

    Today we will be making a big face box using a Fresnel lens. Robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more will be available. Experiment and create! Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or ref@silvercitymail.com

  • 05:30pm  Zumba Fitness in Hurley  ::  Health & Wellness

    Zumba Fitness is a moderate-high intensity aerobic fitness class moving to Zumba choreography and inspired Latin music. All classes cost $3/class.   

    Location  Hurley Community Center

  • 06:30pm  Grant County Search and Rescue  ::  Public Meetings

    We are a professional, all-volunteer team welcoming new members with outdoors skills to assist lost or injured individuals in SW New Mexico.   

    Contact  575-538-5706 or http://gcsar-nm.org/

  • 07:00pm - 09:00pm  Community Kirtan  ::  Spiritual

    Join Manda Clair for an evening of musical chanting and singing to the ancient melodies of Classical India. It's easy and it brings peace. No experience necessary; everyone is welcome! Donations appreciated.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-956-6647

  • 07:00pm  Fort Bayard Summer Film Series: "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee:  ::  Arts & Music, Social Events

    Theme - "The Spirit of the Human Being: Indigenous Peoples' Survival through Humor and Tragedy." This film series features the struggles of the Native Indigenous People, seen through their own eyes. Doors open at 6:30. Free.   

    Location  Santa Clara Armory

    Contact  575-388-4862 or 575-388-4477 or 575-534-1379

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Meet the Featured Artists of the Grant County Art Guild  ::  Arts & Music

    This weekend’s Featured Artists are Ruth Hamby (Friday), and Jackie Blurton (Saturday and Sunday). Jackie serves on the board of the Southwest New Mexico Audubon Society where she combines her art and love of birds with her conservation and education efforts.     

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    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

    Contact  karenphotoarts@gmail.com

  • 11:00am - 02:00pm  Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church Lunches  ::  Fundraiser

    Your choice BBQ Brisket, BBQ Ribs, BBQ Chicken; with beans and potato salad and a roll, good sized portions for the price of $7 per plate. Delivery with five or more orders. Available the first Friday of every month.   

    Location  Brewer Hill Missionary Baptist Church

    Contact  Order in advance: 575-590-0928 or 575-936-0020

  • 01:00pm - 01:45pm  Gila Cliff Dwellings Interpretive Ranger Guided Tours  ::  Tours

    Give yourself enough time to hike the half mile from the trail head to the dwellings in order to be on time for the 1:00 pm start. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, sunscreen and a hat. Bring plenty of water. The ...   

    Location  Gila Cliff Dwellings

    Contact  575--536-9461 ext. 31 or rita_garcia@nps.gov

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Women Embracing Recovery Al-Anon Meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    We-R Group (a Women’s feelings meeting). Park on Ridge Loop; walk around the building to enter via side entrance to lower level. This meeting is limited to female Al-Anon members and prospective members   

    Location  La Clinica Health & Birth Center

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:30pm  Melissa Holland and Byron Trammell  ::  Arts & Music

    Local duo gypsy/jazz violin and guitar.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • 07:00pm  "Relationships in Revue" a Production of Music and Drama,  ::  Arts & Music

    Revue tickets will be $10 at the door and the Woman's Club will sell refreshments during intermission to aid their scholarship fund. Produced by Silver City Community Theatre.     

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    Location  Silver City Woman's Club

  • 07:00pm  Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" (PG-13) 4:00pm; "Mama Mia! Here We Go Again" (PG-13) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

    Contact  www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185

  • 08:30am - 12:00pm  Silver City Farmers' Market  ::  Social Events

    Fresh local produce, plants, music and fun. Silver City Mainstreet Plaza7th Street between Bullard Street and the Big Ditch.   

    Location  Silver City Farmers Market

  • 09:00am  Fort Bayard 152nd Birthday Celebration  ::  Social Events

    Flag raising ceremony on the parade ground at 9 a.m. The Fort Bayard Museum, will open at 9:15 a.m., with tours of the museum and parade ground area beginning at 9:30. At 10:45 a.m. local rancher Deily Crumbley will present a ...   

    Location  Old Fort Bayard

    Contact  575-388-4862 or 575-388-4477

  • 09:00am - 06:00pm  Glenwood Street Market  ::  Social Events

    Featuring arts and crafts, and food. New vendors are adding even more variety to the selections.   

    Location  Glenwood, New Mexico

  • 09:00am - 10:00am  Sacred Activism: Meditation for World Healing and Peace  ::  Spiritual

    In each session, we will go into deep relaxation, join our spiritual energies, and use them for healing and blessing in four directions: to ourselves, to those we know in need, to places and situations on the planet in crisis, ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm  Girl Scout Registration  ::  Kids' Activity

    Girl Scouts is for all girls entering Kindergarten through 12th grade. Wherever girls live, whatever their circumstances, we help them learn to be safe, think for themselves, and lead the way for others. If you have the time, join our 900,000 volunteers. ...   

    Location  Silver City Food Co-op

    Contact  575-538-2481 or atoney@gsdsw.org

  • 10:00am - 01:00pm  Library Arcade  ::  Kids' Activity

    Teens are invited to hang out with video games, board games, and music. Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or ref@silvercitymail.com

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Meet the Featured Artists of the Grant County Art Guild  ::  Arts & Music

    This weekend’s Featured Artists are Ruth Hamby (Friday), and Jackie Blurton (Saturday and Sunday). Jackie serves on the board of the Southwest New Mexico Audubon Society where she combines her art and love of birds with her conservation and education efforts.     

    Mesa Kiva.jpg

    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

    Contact  karenphotoarts@gmail.com

  • 10:00am - 02:00pm  Sale and Adoption Day at Our Paws' Cause Thrift Store  ::  Fundraiser

    The sale will benefit the High Desert Humane Society's halt a litter today program.   

    Location  Our Paws' Cause Thrift Shop

  • 01:00pm - 01:45pm  Gila Cliff Dwellings Interpretive Ranger Guided Tours  ::  Tours

    Give yourself enough time to hike the half mile from the trail head to the dwellings in order to be on time for the 1:00 pm start. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, sunscreen and a hat. Bring plenty of water. The ...   

    Location  Gila Cliff Dwellings

    Contact  575--536-9461 ext. 31 or rita_garcia@nps.gov

  • 01:00pm - 03:00pm  Permaculture Silver City Monthly Meeting  ::  Social Events, Education

    Plant of the Month: Peanut - Please share your knowledge, experiences, and ideas about this plant. Skill Share: Nuts about Peanuts: planting, growing and harvesting peanuts in SW New Mexico, with guest speaker Carol Fugagli.   

    Location  College Plaza Suite #5

  • 02:00pm  "Just Words"  ::  Arts & Music

    Santa Fe poet Pamela Williams and Silver City poet Stewart Warren read from their work. Followed by open mic for poetry and prose.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

  • 06:00pm  "The West: Singing its Story" A Fort Bayard Birthday Celebration  ::  Social Events

    A barbecue sandwich meal will be served at 6:30. Cost of the dinner is $15, and reservations are required. Following the meal, a special program will be presented by Mr. Ralph Estes, entitled “The West: Singing its Story”. In song, ...   

    Location  Fort Bayard New Deal Theater

    Contact  Reservations: 575-956-3294 or 970-222-4862

  • 06:30pm  Reading Under the Stars  ::  Arts & Music

    Three-course meal and conversation under the stars, plus short readings from Sharman Apt Russell, Philip Connors, Beate Sigriddaughter, and Jack Crocker. $25 per person.   

    Contact  Tickets: jjawilson@hotmail.com or wilsonj11@wnmu.edu

  • 06:30pm  Sage Gentle-Wing  ::  Arts & Music

    Singer/songwriter.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

    Contact  https://www.sagegentlewing.com/bio/

  • 07:00pm  "Relationships in Revue" a Production of Music and Drama,  ::  Arts & Music

    Revue tickets will be $10 at the door and the Woman's Club will sell refreshments during intermission to aid their scholarship fund. Produced by Silver City Community Theatre.     

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    Location  Silver City Woman's Club

  • 07:00pm  Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 08:00pm - 11:00pm  Polka Dot Dance Party  ::  Arts & Music, Social Events

    DJ Nick Prince. 50/50 raffle, prize for best costume, and some local entertainers. Dance to benefit this years Pride Fest on September 15th. $10/person or $15/couple.   

    Location  Old Elk's Club

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