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February 16, 2020 - February 22, 2020
February 16, 2020 - February 22, 2020
  • 10:00am - 11:00am  "The Tortilla Star”  ::  Spiritual

    Local book author, Abbey Carpenter, will discuss her book “The Tortilla Star", the story of an English as a Second Language teacher who opens her heart to a richer definition of family when she is welcomed into the world of ...   

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or www.uufsc.com

  • Silver City Public Library Closed for Presidents Day  ::  Legal Notices

    Regular hours will resume Tuesday, Feb. 18. Monday-Thursday, 9:00am to 6:00pm; Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm; Saturday, 10:00am to 2:00pm; closed Sunday.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 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, and enjoy a soda, or bottle ...   

    Location  WNMU Miller Library

  • 09:00am - 04:00pm  WNMU Tax Assistance Program  ::  Education

    Service is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each individual must bring an original Social Security Card, a picture ID, W-2s or 1099s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit, which is optional. This free ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  http://sb.wnmu.edu/tax­­

  • 10:00am - 11:00pm  "The Warm Springs People: Apache Culture in Southwest New Mexico"  ::  Kids' Activity

    Guide, cultural icon, and creator of the Red Paint Powwow joins us to speak on the local Apache culture.   

    Location  Silco Theater

  • 10:30am - 02:30pm  Santa Clara/Historic Fort Bayard Visitors Center  ::  Social Events

    Winter schedule, open Mondays and Fridays.   

    Location  Santa Clara Armory

  • 11:00am - 06:00pm  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. Free.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-388-0243

  • 12:00pm - 12:55pm  Zumba Gold  ::  Health & Wellness

    Based on the international Zumba Fitness Format, this class is designed for beginners and/or older adults. We use Rock n Roll, Latin and International music to move and have fun. Class suitable for all levels. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. First ...   

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  575-313-6883 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 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

  • 05:45pm  Zumba 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

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  WNMU Tax Assistance Program  ::  Education

    Service is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each individual must bring an original Social Security Card, a picture ID, W-2s or 1099s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit, which is optional. This free ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  http://sb.wnmu.edu/tax­­

  • 09:30am - 02:30pm  SUSPENDED AARP Tax-Aide Foundation, Free in-Person Tax Preparation in Silver City  ::  Education

    Suspended until further notice. Make appointment online at aarp.org/taxaide or call 575-342-1892 and leave a message.   

    Location  WNMU Watts Hall

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  2020 Job Fair at the Bayard Public Library  ::  Education

    Get a job that counts and help your community get funding. Be a Census Taker! Come to the 2020 Job Fair at the Bayard Public Library. Or apply on line at https://2020census.gov/en/jobs.html?utm_source=February+14,+2020&utm_campaign=Chamber+Checklist+8/15/2014&utm_medium=email 2020census.gov/jobs   

    Location  Bayard Public Library

  • 10:00am - 10:55am  Tai Chi: 8 Forms  ::  Health & Wellness

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

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  575-313-6883 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Ven a la Feria del Trabajo en la Biblioteca Bayard, Sea un encuestador del censo 2020  ::  Education

    Sea un encuestador del censo 2020. - Ingresos extra, Horario Flexible, Paga semanal, Capacitacion pagada. Solicite por Internet APPLY ONLINE en: 2020census.gov/jobs   

    Location  Bayard Public Library

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Anthony Quintana to Share His Business Plan at Rotary Meeting  ::  Social Events

    Anthony Quintana, owner of Q’s Southern Bistro and The Mix, will share his business plan with Silver City Rotarians. In a change of venue, the meeting will be held at The Mix at the corner of Pope and West College Avenue, instead ...   

  • 01:00pm - 03:00pm  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. Free. Endorsed by the Southwest Festival of the Written Word at www.swwordfiesta.org   

    Location  Murray Ryan Visitor Center

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 575-534-0207

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Minecraft Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    MinKids ages 6-12 are invited to play and explore collaboratively with Minecraft in a social setting. If you have a Minecraft account, bring your login information. If you do not, the library will provide a log-in for you. Free, no ...   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm - 07:00pm  Transgender Support Group  ::  Health & Wellness

    Meet at the SWAG thrift shop across from the post office. Come in side door by parking lot. Open to all people exploring their gender and sexual identity. Partners and family members welcome.   

    Location  SWAG Thrift Shp

    Contact  575-534-7831

  • 05:00pm - 06:00pm  Yoga for Veterans  ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE (active duty and military families as well). Every Tuesday Beginners level, very gentle. Held at the American Legion Hall 409 College Ave. Silver City. Park in the back and enter from that door. Sponsored by the Lotus Center, a ...   

    Location  American Legion Post 18

  • 05:45pm  Zumba 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  Westerners International Silver City Corral #36 Meeting  ::  Social Events

    Don Turner will talk about "Grant County Celebrations, Rodeos and Anecdotes." The cost for dinner is $12.00 per person for members, $15 for non-members, and $5.00 for presentation only. The public is invited to attend, and if you’re planning on joining ...   

    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  Reservations: Mary Margaret Soule 575-538-2888

  • Curbside Consulting  ::  Education

    By Appointment Only. 301 W. College Avenue (College Plaza) Suite #16. FREE! Help for Nonprofits or those considering one.   

    Location  College Plaza Suite #16

    Contact  Nonprofit Resource Group 575-597-0035 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

  • New Mexico Artists Can Enter the 34th Annual Purchase Prize Show  ::  Arts & Music

    Call to New Mexico Artists for the Grant County Art Guild’s 34th Annual Purchase Prize Show. A $1500 Prize will be awarded for Best of Show. Additional Cash Prizes will awarded. The Postmark Deadline for Entry is April 3. For more Information, ...   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

    Contact  For more Information, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  SUSPENDED AARP Tax-Aide Foundation, Free in-person Tax Preparation in Bayard  ::  Education

    Suspended until further notice. Make appointment online at aarp.org/taxaide or call 575-519-5988 and leave a message   

    Location  Bayard Public Library

  • 09:00am - 04:00pm  WNMU Tax Assistance Program  ::  Education

    Service is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each individual must bring an original Social Security Card, a picture ID, W-2s or 1099s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit, which is optional. This free ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  http://sb.wnmu.edu/tax­­

  • 09:30am - 02:30pm  SUSPENDED AARP Tax-Aide Foundation, Free in-Person Tax Preparation in Silver City  ::  Education

    Suspended until further notice. Make appointment online at aarp.org/taxaide or call 575-342-1892 and leave a message.   

    Location  WNMU Watts Hall

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

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

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  visit: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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  WILL Lunch and Learn: “The Wisdom of the Crowd: The Role of Prices, Profits and Losses in a Market Economy”  ::  Education

    Dr. Steven M. Chavez will discuss how the decisions of hundreds, thousands, or even millions of people can be convenientlysummarized and acted upon to produce what society wants and what can happen when societies depart from that.   

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    Location  WNMU Global Resource Center ABC Room

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

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm  Bayard Beautification Committee Monthly Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    The public is welcome to attend.   

    Location  Bayard City Hall

    Contact  575-956-8942

  • 05:45pm  Zumba 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  Al-Anon Family Group   ::  Health & Wellness

    This is an Open meeting   

    Location  Arenas Valley Church of Christ

    Contact  575-313-7891

  • 06:00pm  Spaghetti Night with Byron Trammel  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • 07:00pm - 08:15pm  Belly Dance with Zoe Wolfe  ::  Health & Wellness

    Offered every Wednesday evening through February 26. No dance experience necessary. Everyone is welcome! Cost: $10 drop-in; $8 w/ a Lotus class card.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  www.LotusCenterSC.org

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  SUSPENDED AARP Tax-Aide Foundation, Free in-person Tax Preparation in Bayard  ::  Education

    Suspended until further notice. Make appointment online at aarp.org/taxaide or call 575-519-5988 and leave a message   

    Location  Bayard Public Library

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  WNMU Tax Assistance Program  ::  Education

    Service is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each individual must bring an original Social Security Card, a picture ID, W-2s or 1099s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit, which is optional. This free ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  http://sb.wnmu.edu/tax­­

  • 10:00am - 10:55am  Tai Chi: 8 Forms  ::  Health & Wellness

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

    Location  Silver City Recreation Center

    Contact  575-313-6883 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 04:00pm  WildWorks  ::  Kids' Activity

    Experiment and create with robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more! Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm  TOPS# 0288 Chapter Meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    The meeting starts with weigh in from 5:00 to 5:30 pm and our meeting starts at 5:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church at 1915 N. Swan Street (use side door). Come meet the members, get tips on getting started and ...   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

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

  • 05:45pm  Zumba 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

  • Reservation Deadline for WNMU Eighth Annual Western New Mexico University Foundation Scholarship Gala   ::  Fundraiser

    The Gala will be on Saturday March 7. Attire - 1900’s Garden formal or Black tie. $150 single reservation | $125 single WNMU alumni | $1,000 table for 8. Reservations requested by February 21; RSVP or Questions to 575-538-6310 or email ...   

    Location  Western New Mexico University

    Contact  RSVP or Questions 575-538-6310 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 09:00am - 03:00pm  WNMU Tax Assistance Program  ::  Education

    Service is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each individual must bring an original Social Security Card, a picture ID, W-2s or 1099s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit, which is optional. This free ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  sb.wnmu.edu/tax­­.

  • 10:30am - 02:30pm  Santa Clara/Historic Fort Bayard Visitors Center  ::  Social Events

    Winter schedule, open Mondays and Fridays.   

    Location  Santa Clara Armory

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

    At La Clinica Health and Birth Center, 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  Amos Torres and Friends  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

  • 07:00pm - 09:00pm  Dances of Universal Peace  ::  Spiritual

    Simple circle dances using sacred phrases from around the world, meditative and joyful. Learn as you go, no experience necessary; by donation.   

    Location  Church of Harmony

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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

    Biologist Zachary Rogers will talk on “Madagascar: The Red Island … A Naturalist’s Paradise”. Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, is home to tens of thousands of native species of plants and animals that occur only there and nowhere else. The ...   

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    Location  WNMU Harlan Hall

    Contact  www.gilanps.org/events/programs/

  • 08:00am - 02:00pm  Silver High Track Team Flea Market  ::  Fundraiser

    Silver Track Team will have a parent/athlete yard/rummage/flea market in the SHS auxiliary gym, Saturday, February 22, 8am to 2pm. Come on out and find something that meets your needs and support a great cause.   

    Location  Silver High School

  • 09:00am - 10:00am  The Grant County Democratic Party County Central Committee Call to Convention  ::  Political

    The meeting’s purpose is to elect the party chair and any other related business to the CCC. According to Article III, Section 2, Rule 2.5 proxies are allowed as long as they are signed by the issuing person and only ...   

    Location  Brown Derby Club

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 575-956-8942

  • 10:30am - 02:30pm  Fort Bayard Museum Winter Hours  ::  Social Events

    The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society has announced that effective November 2, the Museum, located in the historic Hospital Commander’s house at Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark, will be open Saturdays only, from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Special hours and tours of the ...   

    Location  Fort Bayard Museum

  • 10:30am - 11:30am  Women in Ranching: A Panel Discussion  ::  Education

    Prominent ranching women discuss the hard work and business savvy that early Grant County women used to safeguard the well-being of their families and expand roles for women throughout society.   

    Location  Silco Theater

  • 06:30pm  Scott van Linge and Greg Renfro  ::  Arts & Music

    Blues, folk, country and rock 'n' roll oldies.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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