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2017
February, 2017
  • NM CAP Entity  ::  Public Meetings

    The meeting day and date had to be changed because the Grant County Administration Center Commissioners' Room was not available on the first Tuesday of February. The agenda will be posted when available, but only in Legals.   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

  • Studio Time With Crystal Foreman  ::  Arts & Music

    Pre-register at Leyba & Ingalls ARTS, a deposit of ½ is required to hold your spot. It is important to pre-register. Participants should bring their paints and subject matter, and be prepared to work. Demos, instruction, and critiques. $60, materials ...   

    Location  Leyba and Ingalls Arts

    Contact  575-538-5725

  • Little Artist Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • Colcha Stitch Embroidery Workshop With Monique Durham  ::  Education

    Registration is encouraged, as this workshop has a capacity of 10. Explore the simple and elegant New Mexico colcha stitch and learn the provenance of the designs. A presentation will be followed by a colcha stitching workshop. Participants will learn ...   

    Location  Silver City Museum Annex

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

  • WildWorks: Anime Day  ::  Kids' Activity

    Space for youth to hang out, experiment, create, and more. On February 9 we will make candy sushi and watch anime! The robots, electronics, games, 3D drawing, photo editing, etc. will be available too. Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • WildWorks Youth Space  ::  Kids' Activity

    Space for youth to hang out, experiment, create, and more. Including, but not limited to, robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and programming. Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • ACLU-NM Southwestern Chapter Monthly Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    All ACLU members and members of the public are invited to join us for dinner and informal discussion at 5 PM followed by the business meeting at 6 PM. Public input is always welcome.   

    Location  Little Toad Creek Brewery

    Contact  575-590-4809 or pabob@earthlink.com

  • WNMU Lecture Series: Edwina and Charles Milner Women in the Arts  ::  Arts & Music

    Free. Join Suzanne Donazetti as she talks about her life and process as an artist. Donazetti began experimenting with different materials until she mastered the process of painting and weaving copper over two decades ago, a unique and unusual technique. ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

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

  • Fort Bayard Film Series: "All Quiet on the Western Front"  ::  Arts & Music

    In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the United States entry into World War I, the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society will sponsor a ten part film series this spring. Each film will feature opening remarks by Dr. Doug Dinwiddie ...   

    Location  Santa Clara Armory

    Contact  www.fortbayard.org or 575-388-4864 or 575-388-4477

  • Popcorn Fridays at Silver City Food Co-Op  ::  Social Events

    Sample freshly popped organic corn, along with a selection of other delicious food samples. Come by and see what new food there is to try. You might have a delightful surprise for your tastebuds!     

    Location  Silver City Food Co-op

  • Open Technology Lab  ::  Education

    Practice computer skills and ask questions. Try out tablets and other devices provided by the library. Bring your own laptop or mobile device for troubleshooting. Knowledgeable library staff and volunteers will be available to help. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • Silver City Woman's Club Meeting  ::  Social Events

    Monthly meeting is the second Friday of each month. Everyone welcome.   

    Location  Silver City Woman's Club

    Contact  Lucinda 575-313-4591

  • WNMU Founders Day Celebration  ::  Social Events

    Western New Mexico University will be celebrating 124 years of history with a special Founders Day celebration. The birthday party will take place in the Student Memorial Center third floor breezeway. Birthday cake and drinks will be served. An exhibit of ...   

    Location  WNMU Student Memorial Building

    Contact  575-538-6336

  • Earth Day Planning Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    Earth Day will be celebrated in Gough Park on Saturday April 22. If you are interested in helping plan this year’s event please attend this meeting.   

    Location  Office of Sustainability

    Contact  575-519-8987

  • Bridge Community Valentine Dinner Fundraiser  ::  Fundraiser

    Prime Rib or Chicken Cordon Bleu Cooked by Eddie Evatt and his crew. $25 per person. Entertainment by Toni & the Boys. Tickets may be purchased from Bridge Community board members, at the Bridge office, 214 Hiway 180 W, 597-0065, ...   

    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  575-597-0065 or 575-538-5754 or 575-537-7213

  • Women Embracing Recovery: Women's Al-Anon Meeting  ::  Health & Wellness

    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  Karen 575-313-7094 or Hosana 575-313-1032

  • Movies at the Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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

    "Hidden Figures" (PG) 2:00, 5:00 & 8:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • Reduced Fee Pet Vaccination Clinic  ::  Health & Wellness

    Rabies $10, Licenses $2.50-$20, Dog Combo $20, Cat Combo $18, Microchipping $25 and deworming.   

    Location  High Desert Humane Society

    Contact  575-538-9261

  • Artisan Market - Silver City Food Co-op  ::  Arts & Music

    Support local artisans! Beautiful hand-crafted mesquite bowls, quilted bags, jewelry, rag rugs, handmade soap and more are just a few of the great gifts you will find. Come down and check out all of the unique gifts and support your friends ...   

    Location  Market Cafe Community Room

    Contact  575-388-2343 or charmeine@silvercityfoodcoop.com

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