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February 17, 2013 - February 23, 2013

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February 17, 2013 - February 23, 2013

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Sunday, February 17

10:00am "Mystery of the Owl" :: Spiritual
Gary Emerson will speak to us on "The Mystery of the Owl" and explore some of the Native American mythology from the past that holds the belief that owls escorted the souls of deceased people to the next life. This escort often involved a visit by the owl to people close to the departed person. Recent second and first-hand accounts of owl encounters after death, including a scientific experiment, will be discussed.

Please join us. There will be coffee and conversation, with light refreshments, after the service.
Location Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 3845 N. Swan Street, Silver City
10:00am Gila Friends Meeting :: Spiritual
Join us in the unity of group meditation to satisfy the spirit. This manner of worship is open to all.

Dec. 30 at 11:30 am - Bring a dish and share with Friends in a social gathering.
Location First Church of Harmony, 609 Arizona Street, Silver City
12:00pm LGBT Brunch :: Social Events
All LGBT folk, friends and allies WELCOME!
Location Vicki’s Eatery. 315 N. Texas Street, Silver City
Contact 388-5430
04:00pm Pasta Dinner for Bridge Community Senior Housing :: Fundraiser
Join us for an early evening dinner of pasta, salad, bread, dessert, and beverage along with the exciting music of Jericho, all for only $10.

Proceeds will be used by Bridge Community in their efforts to provide Continuum of Care Senior Housing in SW New Mexico.
Location Fellowship Hall, First United Methodist Church, 300 W. College Avenue, Silver City

Monday, February 18

05:30pm - 07:00pm Green Scene: Morningstar's 21st Anniversary! :: Social Events
Learn about the history and growth of Moningstar from a small silk screening business to today's operation.

Refreshments and good times for the entire family!
Location Morningstar, 809 N. Bullard Street, Silver City

Tuesday, February 19

09:00am Grant County Commission Work Session :: Public Meetings
Work session prior to Grant County Commissioners' Regular Session.
Location Grant County Administration Center, 1400 Hwy. 180 E., Silver City
Contact 574-0006
12:00pm - 01:00pm Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance :: Health & Wellness
Based on traditional Tai Chi, this program works for all people, including those with dimished balance or strength.
Location Silver City Recreation Center, 1016 N. Silver Street, Silver City
Contact 313-6833
01:00pm Low Vision Support Group :: Health & Wellness
A support group for anyone dealing with vision loss.

Location Board Room, Gila Regional Medical Center, 1313 E. 32nd Street, Silver City
Contact 388-1108
06:30pm - 08:00pm "Changing Weather in SW NM Mountain Range" Presentation :: Education
NM State Climatologist, David DuBois PhD, assesses the effects of climate on the natural environment, agricultural production, land and natural resources, and human health in New Mexico. He heads the Drought Monitoring Working Group that supports the Governor’s Drought Task Force.

This is the first of three community meetings on a Sustainable Silver City.
Location WNMU Global Resource Center, 12th & Kentucky Streets, Silver City
Contact 519-2318
06:30pm Scott :: Arts & Music
Blues & Country
Location Diane's Parlor, 510 N. Bullard Street, Silver City

Wednesday, February 20

09:00am - 12:00pm Curbside Consulting :: Education
FREE consulting services to nonprofit organizations and those considering becoming one.
Location The Wellness Coalition, 409 N. Bullard Street, Silver City
Contact 534-0665, ext. 232
10:00am Library Story Time :: Kids' Activity
FREE. Join us for reading, poetry, music, and movement. Children and grown-ups of all ages are welcome!
Location Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City
Contact 538-3672
11:30am Vinyasa Flow Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Wednesday. Taught by Certified Yoga Instructor Lori Zitzmann.
Location First Church of Harmony, 609 N. Arizona St., Silver City
12:00pm Lunch & Learn: "WNMU Architecture, 1990-2012" :: Education
Western Institute of Lifelong Learning presents architect Jim Redford as he recounts more than two decades of designing buildings for WNMU. His talk is titled, "WNMU Architecture, 1990-2012: The Art and Craft(iness) of Dealing with Academia." After growing up in Lordsburg, Jim has designed buildings around the world.

FREE and open to the public.
Location WNMU Global Resource Center, 12th & Kentucky Streets, Silver City
Contact 538-6835
02:00pm Therapeutic Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Wednesday. Taught by Certified Yoga Instructor Lori Zitzmann.
Location First Church of Harmony, 609 N. Arizona St., Silver City.
04:30pm LEGO Club :: Kids' Activity
FREE. For ages 6 to 12.

Location Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City
Contact 538-3672
06:30pm Peter & Michele :: Arts & Music
Local Pop, Rock, & Jazz.
Location Buckhorn Saloon, Main Street, Pinos Altos
Contact 538-9911
06:30pm Prostate Cancer Support Group :: Health & Wellness
Facilitators: Dave Schwantes and Walt Hanson

Current patients, survivors, and those-at-risk for prostate cancer are encouraged to attend.
Location Conference Room, Gila Regional Medical Center, 1313 E. 32nd Street, Silver City
Contact 388-1198, ext. 10

Thursday, February 21

09:00am Grant County Commission Regular Meeting :: Public Meetings
Agenda available at the Grant County Manager's Office.
Location Grant County Administration Center, 1400 Hwy. 180 E., Silver City
Contact 574-0006
09:30am - 03:00pm AARP Free Tax Preparation :: Education
Also on Saturdays. AARP Volunteers will be available to provide FREE tax preparation service, weekly through April 13.
Location Bayard Public Library, 1112 Central Avenue, Bayard
Contact 537-6244
12:00pm "Smoke Signals - A Social History of Marijuana" :: Education
Award winning author and investigative journalist Martin A. Lee discusses his acclaimed new book, Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana - Medical, Recreational, and Scientific.
Location Gila Mimbres Community Radio Studio, 519B N. Bullard Street, Silver City
Contact 597-4891
01:00pm - 04:00pm Training for Adult Basic Education Testing :: Education
Become certified in assessment testing for adult basic skills and help with testing program for students at Literacy Link-Leamos. Training is FREE, but space is limited.

Refreshments provided.

Please call for registration and more information. 575-388-0892
Location Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City
Contact 388-0892
05:30pm Hatha Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Every Thursday. Taught by Certified Yoga Instructor Lori Zitzmann.

All levels welcome to come stretch, relax, and renew after the workday!
Location First Church of Harmony, 609 N. Arizona St., Silver City.
07:00pm "Smoke Signals - A Social History of Marijuana" :: Education
Award winning author and investigative journalist Martin A. Lee discusses his acclaimed new book, Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana - Medical, Recreational, and Scientific.
Location Gila Mimbres Community Radio Studio, 519B N. Bullard Street, Silver City
Contact 597-4891

Friday, February 22

Training for Adult Basic Literacy Tutoring :: Education
February 22 & 23.

Learn basic tutoring skills, strategies comprehension, and how to assess your learner's needs. Whether you are a seasoned tutor or interested in becoming a new tutor, this class is sure to enhance your skills while you are having fun! Training is FREE, but space is limited.

Refreshments and lunch provided.

Trainees must attend both days. Please call for registration and more information. 575-388-0892
Location Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City
Contact 388-0892
09:30am WAAG & BAG Planning Meeting :: Public Meetings
The Walkability Accessibility Advocacy Group (WAAG) and the Bicycle Advocacy Group (BAG) will hold a planning session to gather input regarding the Town of Silver City's draft Bicyle and Pedestrian Routes Plans.
Location Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Street, Silver City
Contact 583-3672
12:00pm - 01:00pm Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance :: Health & Wellness
Based on traditional Tai Chi, this program works for all people, including those with dimished balance or strength.
Location Silver City Recreation Center, 1016 N. Silver Street, Silver City
Contact 313-6833
06:30pm Friends of the Underground :: Arts & Music
Location Diane's Parlor, 510 N. Bullard Street, Silver City
07:30pm Tiny & Her Pony :: Arts & Music
Indie Folk from Taos.
Location Buckhorn Saloon, Main Street, Pinos Altos
Contact 538-9911

Saturday, February 23

Training for Adult Basic Literacy Tutoring :: Education
February 22 & 23.

Learn basic tutoring skills, strategies comprehension, and how to assess your learner's needs. Whether you are a seasoned tutor or interested in becoming a new tutor, this class is sure to enhance your skills while you are having fun! Training is FREE, but space is limited.

Refreshments and lunch provided.

Trainees must attend both days. Please call for registration and more information. 575-388-0892
Location Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City
Contact 388-0892
09:30am - 11:30am Ft. Bayard Walking Tour :: Tours
Members of the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society lead a guided tour of old Fort Bayard and open the Fort Bayard Museum for visitors.

Meet at the Ft. Bayard Museum in the Officer's Quarters which is located across from the Parade Ground.

All ages are welcome and well behaved dogs on leashes, too!
Location Fort Bayard
Contact (307) 640-3012
01:30pm - 04:30pm Solar Hot Water Batch Collector Workshop :: Education
Asher Gelbart of Green Energy Now will teach construction and installation details of dual-tank household batch collectors. Additionally, ReStore intends to have tanks and windows available for sale for you to get started on gathering the materials for your own system.

To register, please call Jean Eisenhower at 575.538.9540 or e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Location Habitat for Humanity Re-Store, Market & Black Streets, Silver City
Contact 538-9540
05:00pm Gospel Music Extravaganza :: Arts & Music
Regionally known singers, including Voices of New Life, Mary Grimes, and Rachel Ross perform live.

Event is followed by soul food catered by Brewer Hills Baptist Church.

FREE.
Location WNMU Global Resource Center, 12th & Kentucky Streets, Silver City
06:30pm Loose Blues Band :: Arts & Music
Location Diane's Parlor, 510 N. Bullard Street, Silver City
07:30pm GC Community Concert: Terry Barber :: Arts & Music
Countertenor Terry Barber brings audiences to their feet with his interpretations of Italian love songs, opera arias, and familiar hymns.
Location WNMU Fine Arts Theater, Silver City
Contact 538-5862
07:30pm Tiny & Her Pony :: Arts & Music
Indie Folk from Taos.
Location Buckhorn Saloon, Main Street, Pinos Altos
Contact 538-9911