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October 21, 2018 - October 27, 2018
October 21, 2018 - October 27, 2018
  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "The House with a Clock in is Walls" (PG) 4:00pm; "Farenheit 11/9" (R) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 10:00am - 11:00am  "River Poets"  ::  Spiritual

    Four of the River Poets will read selections of their work for this Sunday’s service. Although this is not a Family Program Sunday, childcare will be available. There will be coffee and conversation after the service, and visitors are always ...   

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

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

    "BlacKkKlansman" (R)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 03:00pm  A Weasel In The Hen House or Ladies A’ Peril  ::  Arts & Music

    Tickets $10. A Bawdy Melodrama of Good, Evil, & Meteorological Events. Trouble, intrigue and witty banter accompany the arrival of three mysterious strangers at the local brothel in our funny and risqué rendition of a Western Melodrama. Boo, hiss, and cheer yourself ...   

    Location  Buckhorn Opera House

    Contact  virustheater.com

  • 07:30pm  Oeddy Wrecks: An Escape from Greek Tragedy  ::  Arts & Music

    Tickets $15. In this Virus Theater Original work, Oedipus Rex is delivered from his terrible destiny by an individual member of the Greek Chorus, and together they embark on an odyssey of self-discovery. Confronting notions of fate, fault and forgiveness, ...   

    Location  El Sol Theater

    Contact  virustheater.com

  • Entries for 28th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade  ::  Social Events

    In addition to floats, entries can be walking, biking, dancing, classic cars, and other vehicles as long as they are well lit.  You can get your entry application online at www.silvercitymainstreet.com, or stop by our office at 201 N. Hudson ...   

    Location  Silver City MainStreet

    Contact  575-534-1700 or Charmeine@silvercitymainstreet.com

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

    "Farenheit 11/9" (R) 4:00pm; "The House with a Clock in its Walls" (PG) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 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

    "Farenheit 11/9" (R) 4:00pm; "The House with a Clock in its Walls" (PG) 7:00pm   

    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  Congressman Pearce's Representative to Visit Silver City  ::  Political

    Joe Martinez, Supervisor Las Cruces Office & Veterans Service Director for U.S.Congressman Steve Pearce, will visit Silver City. No appointment is needed. Simply stop by to visit with Joe.   

    Location  Silver City-Grant County Chamber of Commerce

  • 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 - 06:15pm  "Loving the Haters (or at Least Learning to Cope With Them)"  ::  Spiritual

    With Jeff Goin. A new, four-class series starts on October 9. Attend one, some or all four classes. People of all levels of experience are welcome! Donations appreciated.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  www.LotusCenterSC.org

  • 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

    Contact  jjawilson@hotmail.com.

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

    Action items on the agenda will include:Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting on Oct. 9, 2018 New Business:A. Approval / Disapproval of Bid #18/19-2: Town of Silver City 32nd Street Overlay.B. Approval / Disapproval of Resolution No. 2018-25: a Resolution amending the ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  www.townofsilvercity.org or 575-534-6346

  • 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

    "Farenheit 11/9" (R) 4:00pm; "The House with a Clock in its Walls" (PG) 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 01:00am  Silver City Cemetery Board Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    The complete agenda is available on the Town's website at www.townofsilvercity.org or at City Hall, 101 W. Broadway, Silver City. If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other ...   

    Location  Public Works Department Administrative Office

    Contact  www.townofsilvercity.org or 575-534-6346

  • 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

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

    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

  • 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 - 05:30pm  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

  • 05:00pm  Silver City Trails and Open Space Committee Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    The public is invited to attend. Action items on the agenda are:Approval of Minutes –August 22, 2018 and September 27, 2018 Regular MeetingsAdjournment   

    Location  City Hall Annex

    Contact  www.townofsilvercity.org

  • 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  Spaghetti Night With Byron Trammell  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Farenheit 11/9" (R) 4:00pm; "The House with a Clock in its Walls" (PG) 7:00pm   

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

    Today we will be making Pumpkin Guts Sun Catchers. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • 04:00pm - 05:30pm  WildWorks  ::  Kids' Activity

    Today we will be making fake blood and slime. 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  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

  • 07:00pm  "Flyboys"  ::  Arts & Music

    "Comrades in Arms, Companions in Death: The Final Years of World War I." A memorial film series dedicated to the veterans of "The Great War" 1914-1918. Presented by The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society. Free Admission. Donations Welcome. Concessions Available.   

    Location  National Guard Armory

  • 07:30pm  "3100: Run and Become"  ::  Arts & Music

    Admission: General Admission $5 at the door/Free with Mustang ID. The film follows the most elusive, elite multi-day race in the world, the Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race, takes place in Queens, New York City each summer.   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

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

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

    "A Star is Born" (R) 3:30 & 7:00pm: "Rocky Horror Picture Show" (R) 11:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 03:00pm  Author Talk and Book Signing with Terry Humble and Christopher Saxman   ::  Arts & Music

    "Relics of the Underground Metal Miners" captures the illustrious history and beauty of Grant County’s Central Mining District. For the first time, the rich stories of each mine have been assembled, and every remaining mine photographed to preserve this quickly ...   

    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

  • 06:30pm  Scott van Linge  ::  Arts & Music

    Local blues guitarist.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "The Meg" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • "Arte Chicano de San Vicente 2018" Exhibition  ::  Arts & Music, Education

    Artwork in a variety of media and styles highlight the range and talent of Chicano artists working in Silver City. The works of Fred Barraza, Patty Countryman, Krissy Ramirez and Grecia Rivas are featured in this year's exhibition. The artworks ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  575-538-5921 or www.silvercitymuseum.org or info@silvercitymuseum.org

  • Full Moon Hike at Gila Cliff Dwellings  ::  Tours

    This program is limited to 30 participants and reservations are required. It is at night, taking visitors on a tour of the cliff dwellings under moonlight and shows things that are not the standard daytime guided tour. Programs last one ...   

    Location  Gila Cliff Dwellings

    Contact  Reservations call 575-536-9461

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

    "A Star is Born" (R) 3:30 & 7:00pm: "Rocky Horror Picture Show" (R) 11:00pm   

    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

  • 09:15am  Walking Tours of Historic Ft. Bayard  ::  Tours

    Tours begin at 9:30. Donations are welcomed to help preserve and restore the historic site.   

    Location  Fort Bayard Museum

    Contact  575-956-3294, 575-574-2573 or 575-388-4862

  • 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

  • 12:00pm  P.E.O. Purse Auction  ::  Fundraiser

    Brighten up your closet by attending this annual scholarship fundraiser. View hand-picked purses & collectables as you enjoy an afternoon of fashion, friendship, FOOD, and fun! Silent auction begins at noon with purse auction beginning promptly at 1:00pm. All proceeds ...   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  575-313-7183

  • 01:30pm - 03:30pm  Family Fun Program: Get Your Ghost On!   ::  Kids' Activity

    Get ready for Halloween and Day of the Dead with some hysterical historical costume ideas from Silver City’s past. Make your own scary mask.   

    Location  Silver City Museum

    Contact  575-597-0222 or www.silvercitymuseum.org. or education@silvercitymuseum.org

  • 06:30pm  ESP+J   ::  Arts & Music

    Local quartet…Eric & Sue Patterson, Pat Barsh & Jerry Boswell.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "The Meg" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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