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Marigolds are blooming bright and awaiting harvesting in gardens throughout the Silver City area for use in the annual Dia de los Muertos celebration.
As part of the Silver City annual Dia de los Muertos days of celebration and remembrance, marigolds are a tradition for decorations of ofrendas and other activities envolving this very special time. Last year advance planning was done for this year’s event with a marigold seed exchange. Those seeds were then planted by many and are now being harvested for the marigold collection that is being held a Javalina’s Coffee House on Friday, October 25 from noon till 6 p.m. Marigolds brought in for donation are then available to be used on ofrendas being placed around town. What a kind and generous effort being done by many in support of the Silver City Dia de los Muertos as families pay tribute to their loved ones gone before! The marigolds are also going to be made available for decorations for floats for the big parade on October 27. So if you were part of the marigold seed exchange remember to harvest your marigolds and bring them to the collection on October 25th.
And yes, if you have marigolds that were not part of the seed exchange, “renegade” marigolds will also be welcomed!
Planning is once again well underway for Saturday, December 14, 2019, when members of the Grant County community will gather to honor veterans during the Christmas holiday season as part of the annual Wreaths Across America Day. The ceremony will be held at Fort Bayard National Cemetery at 10:00 a.m.The mission of Wreaths Across America, a 501©3 organization, is to REMEMBER, HONOR, and TEACH. Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve including their families who sacrifice, and Teach our children the cost of the freedoms we enjoy each day.
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Schedule of Events
Fri. Oct. 18 6:00-7:00 P.m. Opening Reception at New Deal Theater on Grounds of Historic Fort Bayard; Meet and Greet With Participants, View Exhibits and Displays
Sat. Oct. 19 9:00-11:30 a.m Symposium Presentations by Baseball Scholars, Coaches and Players @ New Deal Theater11:30-12:30 P.m. Lunch Break
Events for Red Dot Weekend at the Galleries abound all over Historic Downtown Silver City. Grant County Art Guild Gallery presents the following Art Demonstrations to enhance the mix:
Sat., Oct. 12:
11 am Karen Danhauer Painting
1 pm Dawn Bynum Origami
2 pm Marsha Banas Bead Application
Date: October 12, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: First Presbyterian Church (in the community room)
1915 N Swan St at 20th St, Silver City
Admission: $5 at the door
Event Description: Six short plays, a mix of drama and comedy, will be presented by Silver City Community Theater. Three of the featured playwrights are Silver City residents: William Knuttinen, John Little, and Frost McGahey. The other playwrights are from Santa Fe and out of state. “We received more than 20 submissions from playwrights across the country. And, 18 actors will take the stage October 12.” said Phyllis McQuaide, SCCT Board Member, who coordinated this production. “We anticipate a really fun evening!
On Saturday, October 12, 2019, the Mimbres Culture Heritage Site will be celebrating the 3rd annual MIMBRES HISTORY DAY. Sponsored by the Imogen F. Wilson Education Foundation, a 501(c) 3, the museum and gift shop will be open from 10 AM – 3 PM free of charge.
10 AM- Biscuits and coffee will be available for those who enjoy a late morning treat
10:30 - Take a walking tour of the Mattocks Ruin with a volunteer historian
11:00 – There will be a presentation about the two Territorial Adobe houses and the people who lived in the houses. Hear the story, “Murder on the Mimbres”
Saturday, October 19 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Several Very Talented Artists:
Sal & Silvia Ramirez - Great Spirit Creations
Kim Muller - Burro Mountains Arts
Greg Bond and co-star in The Happy Place. (Courtesy Photo)Six short plays, a mix of drama and comedy, will be presented October 12, 6 pm, at Silver City’s First Presbyterian Church, 1915 N Swan St. Three of the featured playwrights are Silver City residents: William Knuttinen, John Little, and Frost McGahey. The other playwrights are from Santa Fe, NM; Miami, FL; and Camano, WA, according to Silver City Community Theater (SCCT) President Thomas Leeper.
“We received more than 20 submissions from playwrights across the country. And, 18 actors will take the stage October 12.” said Phyllis McQuaide, SCCT Board Member and Producer of the show. “We anticipate a really fun evening! Featuring:
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Upcoming Events
| Tue Oct 22 @12:00PM - Rotary Club to Hear from Local Potter During Meeting - WNMU Sunset Room, 2nd Floor Cafeteria |
| Tue Oct 22 @ 1:00PM - 03:00PM Gilawriters Expressive Writing Group - Murray Ryan Visitor Center |
| Tue Oct 22 @ 4:00PM - 05:00PM Minecraft Club - Silver City Public Library |
| Tue Oct 22 @ 5:30PM - Zumba Fitness in Hurley - Hurley Community Center |
| Wed Oct 23 @12:00AM Curbside Consulting - College Plaza Suite #16 |
| Wed Oct 23 @10:00AM - 11:15AM Ballet for Adults; Body and Spirit with Sallyann Mulcahy - Lotus Center |
| Wed Oct 23 @10:30AM - Storytime - Silver City Public Library |
| Wed Oct 23 @ 1:00PM - 06:00PM Republican Headquarters to be Open Wednesday - Republican Party Headquarters |
| Wed Oct 23 @ 1:00PM - Gin Rummy - Tranquil Buzz Coffee House |
| Wed Oct 23 @ 4:00PM - 05:00PM Future Engineers - Silver City Public Library |