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November 11, 2018 - November 17, 2018
November 11, 2018 - November 17, 2018
  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" (PG-13) 4:00pm; "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 8:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 09:00am - 10:00am  "Simple Christmas" Classes to Help Reduce Holiday Stress  ::  Spiritual

    Whether you celebrate Christmas as a religious or a social holiday, it doesn’t have to be as stressful as it often is.Rev. John Cheek, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church will be offering two 1-hour classes on how to have a ...   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  575-538-3513

  • 10:00am - 11:00am  "Justice Across Borders"  ::  Spiritual

    From the northern triangle of Central America, to deserts of Mexico and New Mexico, to detention centers in the United States, the road away from danger is paved with injustices. Partnering with grassroots allies along the Central American migration trail, ...   

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

  • 10:00am  Veterans Day Ceremony  ::  Social Events

    Honoring all Veterans, past and present. Open to the public and all Veterans. Key note speaker Colonel Susan Mundy Beck USAF ret. Flyover by the USAF expected.   

    Location  Fort Bayard National Cemetary

  • 01:00pm - 04:00pm  Church of the Good Shepherd 116th Annual Bazaar  ::  Fundraiser

    Variety of baked goods, handmade crafts, Nancy Wyatt’s unique and very popular pottery, Bazaar collectibles, housewares, antiques, all sorts of books. Unique Boutique downstairs features good quality clothing.   

    Location  Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

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

    "Lizzie" (R)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 05:00pm - 07:00pm  History of Filmmaking in New Mexico  ::  Arts & Music

    Tickets will be $8.00 at the door. Jeff Berg, film historian from Santa Fe, will present movie clips shot in New Mexico, from the first piece of film shot in the state to current Silver City area productions. Highlights include Billy ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  www.wnmu.edu/culture or 575-538-6469 or cultural.affairs@wnmu.edu

  • Grant County Administrative Offices Closed For Veterans Day  ::  Legal Notices

    The Grant County Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, November 12, 2018 in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

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

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" (PG-13) 4:00pm; "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 8:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • Silver City Public Library Will be Closed for Veterans Day  ::  Legal Notices

    Regular hours will resume Tuesday, Nov. 13. Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Friday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • 08:00am - 11:00am  Monday 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. Please stop by and share your insights and ideas with Mayor Ladner. All are welcome!   

    Location  Drifter Pancake House

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

    Speakers will be Barbara and Randy Salars about their travel in Ireland. Cost for lunch is $12. All singles are welcome.   

    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  575-537-3643

  • 11:00am  Laughter Yoga  ::  Health & Wellness

    Use the physical act of laughter to enhance your health. No jokes are used, but lots of breathing, laughing and clapping.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  Mary Ann Finn 575-388-0243.

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

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

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  575-313-6883 or 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

  • 07:00pm  Adult Ballet: Integrating Body and Spirit  ::  Health & Wellness

    Beginning level with career professional ballerina, Sallyann Mulcahy.   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 07:00pm  Open Mic with Byron Trammell  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" (PG-13) 4:00pm; "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 8:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 10:00am  Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance  ::  Health & Wellness

    Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose comfortable clothing. Chairs provided. First class free; thereafter $2.Summer sessions are outdoors.    

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  Liz 575-3313-6883 or emikols@Q.com

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Silver City Rotary Club Lunch Meeting  ::  Social Events

    The Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at noon for lunch in the Sunset Room of the WNMU Student Cafeteria. The club welcomes members of the public to the meetings. Guests are asked to contribute $10 for a hot lunch with ...   

    Location  WNMU Sunset Room, 2nd Floor Cafeteria

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

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

    Location  Murray Ryan Visitor Center

    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 - 08:00pm  Creative Writing Group  ::  Arts & Music

    Sponsored by WNMU and Southwest Festival of the Written Word. Kennedy Puentes Room, Miller Library. Free and open to all. No sign-up required. Bring 12 copies of your short fiction, novel extract, poetry or creative non-fiction.   

    Location  WNMU Miller Library

  • 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  www.LotusCenterSC.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

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" (PG-13) 4:00pm; "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 8:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

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

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

    Location  Lotus Center

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

  • 10:30am - 01:30pm  Farmers' Market at ACE Hardware  ::  Social Events

    Fresh food from local farmers.   

    Location  Ace Hardware

  • 10:30am  Storytime  ::  Kids' Activity

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

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

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

    New officers for the 2019/2020 election cycle will be elected. Results of the mid-term election will be discussed. Lunch will be catered by Millie's Bake House for only $10, including: a selection of chicken salad, ham, or turkey sandwiches; chips, ...   

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

    Contact  575-313-7997

  • 01:00pm  Babytime, Sing and Play  ::  Kids' Activity

    Babytime is back with a new leader, Nancy Stephens. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, and movement for infants 0-24 months and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Beginners welcome, experts challenged.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

    Contact  575-534-9355

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

    Creative construction fun with LEGO® bricks, K'NEX®, and Strawbees as well as STEAM activities to experiment with! 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

  • 05:30pm  Grant County Democratic Party Potluck and Meeting  ::  Political

    5:30pm potluck, 6:20pm business meeting. Bring a dish, bring a friend. Good food, good conversation.   

    Location  Democratic Party Meeting Hall

    Contact  575-654-6060

  • 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  Gila Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of New Mexico Meeting  ::  Social Events

    All are welcome - member or not. Each meeting features guest speakers on subjects of interest to all those who use the Gila wilderness. The meeting room is at East end of hallway, 2nd floor. Parking is at the back ...   

    Location  WNMU Watts Hall

  • 06:00pm  Spaghetti Night With Byron Trammell  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" (PG-13) 4:00pm; "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 8:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 10:00am  Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance  ::  Health & Wellness

    Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose comfortable clothing. Chairs provided. First class free; thereafter $2.Summer sessions are outdoors.    

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  Liz 575-3313-6883 or emikols@Q.com

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

    Creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will be making Sponge Painted Turkeys. 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 turkey and Thanksgiving candies with chocolate molds! 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

  • 05:00pm  TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) #0288 Chapter Meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    Starts with weigh in from 5:00 to 5:30 pm and our meeting starts at 5:30 pm. Come meet the members, get tips on getting started and think about joining us to make your life healthy. Use side door.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  505-934-1182 or 303-902-8236

  • 05:30pm  Aldo Leopold Charter School Governing Council Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    If you have a disability requiring special assistance, notify the school at 575-538-2547 as soon as possible and arrangements will be made.   

    Location  Aldo Leopold Charter School

  • 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 Meeting  ::  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.   

    Location  City Hall Annex

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

  • 07:00pm  The Revelers  ::  Arts & Music

    Admission: Tickets $15; Free with Mustang ID. "A masterful mix of Cajun, zydeco, and ‘50s inflected swamp rock, featuring all new compositions that capture the spirit and drive of their stylistic origins, and it is presented by a band of ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  www.wnmu.edu/culture or 575-538-6469 or cultural.affairs@wnmu.edu

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

    "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 02:00pm - 05:00pm  Wonders on Wheels  ::  Education, Kids' Activity

    Wonders on Wheels mobile museum will present a unique look at the 24 Native American tribal communities of New Mexico, told through the eyes of Pueblo, Apache, and Navajo children. All ages, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

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

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

    Location  La Clinica Health & Birth Center

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:00pm  Grant County Awards Banquet  ::  Social Events

    The awards will include: Grant County Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Linda K. Jones Humanitarian of the Year, Grant County Small business of the Year and Grant County Large Business of the Year. You can reserve seats ...   

    Location  Grant County Veterans Memorial Conference Center

    Contact  https://silvercity.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/4693

  • 06:30pm  Rhythm Mystic  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • 07:00pm  Dances of Universal Peace  ::  Spiritual

    These meditative and joyous circle dances focus on peace and harmony. Simple movements and chants celebrate the underlying unity of all spiritual traditions, creating an environment of open hearts and ecstatic community. No experience or partner needed. All dances are ...   

    Location  Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

    Contact  575-519-1680 or lynda_aimansmtih@yahoo.com

  • 07:00pm  Gila Native Plant Society Monthly Meeting  ::  Social Events

    George Farmer will give a talk entitled “Ollas: Ancient Irrigation - Past, Present and Future”. Olla irrigation has been around for thousands of years and can be found today in the Middle East, India, and Central and South America. It’s ...   

    Location  WNMU Harlan Hall

    Contact  www.gilanps.org/events/programs/

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

    "The Nun" (R)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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

    "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 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

  • 01:00pm  Dedication of Mangas Coloradas Historical Marker  ::  Social Events

    Join the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society and members of the Apache tribe commemorating the site of the death of Apache leader Mangas Coloradas. Located near Mile Marker 132 along US Highway 180, just south of the Grant County Airport ...   

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  Just Words  ::  Arts & Music

    Phoenix poet David Chorlton and violinist Roberta Chorlton perform, followed by open mic for poetry and prose.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

    Contact  sigriddaughter@gmail.com

  • 03:00pm - 05:00pm  Grant County Art Guild New Gallery Opening Celebration  ::  Arts & Music

    Come welcome them to their new home in what was the Hester House. Meet some lovely local artists and craftspeople, view their original handcrafted paintings, photography, prints, greeting cards, ceramics, fiber arts, jewelry, home décor, and more.   

    Location  Grant County Art Guild Gallery

  • 05:30pm  Sage Gentlewing  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • 07:00pm  Alexa Rose Concert - 2018-19 Indie Folk Series   ::  Arts & Music

    Carolina songstress Alexa Rose crafts clever lyrics and boot-tapping mountain magic in her own brand of modern folk. MRAC members can purchase tickets for $20, guest tickets are $25. Doors open at 7:00 pm and the performance begins at 7:30 ...   

    Location  Buckhorn Opera House

    Contact  Tickets: mimbresarts.org or 575-538-2505

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

    "The Nun" (R)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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