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Don't miss this powerful event in Silver City! 

Dora Luz Rodriguez is a legend in the humanitarian community—and her brand new memoir Dora: A Daughter of Unforgiving Terrain is already being called a "must-read." It's an unforgettable story of survival and hope, describing one of the largest mass casualty events in our borderlands. Dora was there. She survived. She witnessed it. And now she's sharing her journey of courage, truth and hope with the world.

Southwest New Mexico ACT exists to preserve, enhance, and sustain rural economic development initiatives and the creative economy in southwestern New Mexico. We spearhead community collaboration through cultural and historic preservation; sponsor and engage the region in arts and cultural events; inspire and promote outdoor recreation, education, and tourism initiatives.

We would like to welcome Lucy Whitmarsh who has returned to swnmACT as our new Executive Director of out board of directors. Lucy is a member of the swnmACT founding Board of Directors from when swnmACT was incorporated in 2014. Also we'd like to welcome Cate Bradley who has joined the swnmACT team as a member of the board of directors.

Silver City, NM, August 14, 2025— Gila National Forest officials invite the public to attend a public meeting regarding the Black Fire Recovery – Phase 1 project for disaster recovery and restoration being planned on the Black Range, Wilderness, and Silver City Ranger Districts.  The meeting will be held at the Upper Mimbres Fire Department – Thunderbird Station, Mimbres, New Mexico Thursday, August 28, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The Black Fire burned more than 327,000 acres of state, private, and Gila National Forest lands, creating a mosaic of burned and unburned stands that experienced low, moderate, and high severity wildfire. Immediately after the fire, a very strong 2022 monsoon season caused widespread flooding and erosion within the fire perimeter and downstream.

Gila Regional Medical Center will be conducting town hall meetings in Silver City August 21, 2025 and the Mimbres September 18, 2025. They will have other locations and dates for Cliff, Tyrone and Bayard. See flyer below.

2024 Fall Fiber Arts Sale.SW Women's Fiber Arts Collective (SWFAC) is pleased to participate in the Silver City Art Association's Weekend at the Galleries with the Fall Fiber Arts Sale. This free annual event will be held Saturday October 11, 2025 from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday October 12 from 10 am to 2 pm in the ballroom of the Murray Hotel in Downtown Silver City. 

The fiber art for sale will include unique one-of-a-kind apparel, house goods, cards, toys, decorations, jewelry, rugs, quilted décor and goods, crocheted apparel, handwoven towels, and more. The wide range of fiber mediums encompassed in this sale are knitting, weaving, felting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery, painting, dying, and sewing. This is a wonderful opportunity to shop for a unique gift and will support local fiber artists, keeping our local dollars local.

 September 13, 2025, 11am-2pm

The Silver City Public Library 515 W. College Ave.

Music, Story-time, Door Prizes, Puppets, Free Books, Snacks, and Punch! 

If you are interested in Volunteering for an activity, please contact

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Alex Brown will speak to Rotary about current events in Silver City. Mr. Brown has been the Town Manager /Finance Director for the Town of Silver City for the last 20 years and has been with the Town since 1996. He has worked diligently to promote the Town's economic, social, and fiscal health. Alex grew up in the mining district and graduated from Cobre High School and then from Western New Mexico University in 1996 with his BBA in Accounting. Alex has been recognized for his progressive planning and for the use of new technologies in his community. The health, safety, and welfare of the community is his priority, and he looks forward to helping in its continued growth.

Join Western New Mexico University in welcoming new and returning students back to campus at the event of the summer - the annual Welcome Back Bash! Celebrate the start of the academic year with an energetic evening full of music and Mustang spirit.

Start the night with Albuquerque's soul-pop-funk sensation, and one of New Mexico's best bands- The Mango Cakes- a high-energy band known for their vibrant fusion of funk, pop, R&B, and jazz. With silky vocals, tight rhythms, and bold horn lines, they deliver unforgettable live shows that blend original music with crowd-favorite covers. Their sound is as fresh and fun as their name, making every performance a feel-good, dance-worthy experience.