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08:00am Gila Native Plant Society Field Trip to Lower Gallinas Canyon :: Tours
This is an easy hike which follows a perennial stream. The canyon harbors some uncommon plants like the nodding onion, Allium cernuum; the crag lily, Echeandia flavescens; and pony’s foot, Dichondra argentea. Round-trip travel time is estimated to be an ...
Location WNMU Fine Arts Center
Contact Kevin Keith at 575-535-4064 or www.gilanps.org
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10:00am - 11:00am "Gender Trouble" :: Spiritual
Susan Golightly will speak about LGBT issues. Susan has an MA in Counseling and Sociology. Please join us. There will be coffee and conversation after the service.
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02:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Captain America: Civil War" (PG-13)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
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04:00pm - 05:00pm "Let Me Entertain You: Three Madams of Silver City :: Education
Liz Mikos presents an aspect of Silver City history. Free; donations appreciated.
Location Mimbres Roundup Lodge
Contact Kathy Hill 575-536-3161 or 307-640-3012
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07:30pm Virus Theater Presents "I Everything" :: Arts & Music
An original play by Virus Theater. Tickets $10 - available at Yada Yada Yarn & Little Toad Creek Brewery & at the show. Thursday tickets by donation.
Location The HUB
Contact
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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 Jerry 575-534-4866 or Diana 575-574-2311
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12:15pm - 12:45pm Laughter Club :: Health & Wellness
Use the physical act of laughter to enhance your health. No jokes are used but lots of breathing, laughing and clapping.
Location Market Cafe Community Room
Contact 575-388-0243
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03:00pm Beginning Line Dance Classes :: Arts & Music
http://www.grantcountybeat.com/news/news-releases/30903-silver-stompers-to-offer-beginning-line-dance-classesClasses will be Mondays and Wednesdays, and there is no fee for the August Classes.
Location Santa Clara Armory
Contact Lucy Madrid 575-538-9143
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10:30am Storytime For All Ages :: 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.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
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01:00pm Town & Country Garden Club Meeting :: Social Events
The meeting will feature Kendra Milligan telling about selecting and planting trees in our part of New Mexico. A business meeting will follow. Refreshments will be served and guests are welcome.
Location Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
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05:00pm - 06:00pm Girl Scout Registration :: Kids' Activity
Girl Scouting is for girls from Kindergarten through 12th grade; girls can be in troops located throughout Grant County. If you are not able to make it to a registration opportunity call Annette Toney at 575-538-2481 to register your daughter.This ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-2481 or
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05:30pm - 06:30pm "Parenting the Love and Logic Way" :: Health & Wellness
Free six-session parenting program.
Location HMS Conference Room
Contact 575-597-2428 or
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06:00pm Celebrate Recovery :: Spiritual
A safe place for dealing with hurts, habits, addictions and life setbacks. Dinner at 6:00 pm, worship at 7:00 pm and confidential sharing at 8:00 pm. All are welcome.
Location New Hope Fellowship Church
Contact 575-654-6564 or 575-654-0963
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Town of Silver City Council Regular Meeting :: Public Meetings
Agenda items include: A). Approval / Disapproval of 2 Public Celebration Permit Applications Event information: the first Silver City Gay Pride Festival to be held on September 17, 2016 on the Old Elks Lodge patio at 315 N. Texas Street, ...
Location Grant County Administration Center
Contact www.townofsilvercity.org or 575-534-6348 or 575-534-6346
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06:00pm Weight Watchers :: Health & Wellness
Location First Presbyterian Church
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06:30pm Scott van Linge :: Arts & Music
Blues, folk, country and rock 'n roll.
Location Diane's Parlor
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Literacy Link Leamos Volunteers Needed :: Education
The annual Red Hot Children’s Fiesta is Saturday Sept 17, in Penny Park from 10 AM to 2 PM. We give books at our table; this is a well-attended community event with most nonprofits participating to showcase resources available for ...
Contact 575-388-0892
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08:30am - 10:30am Open Doors to All Veterans at American Legion Post 18 :: Social Events
A chance for Veterans from all services and all conflicts to get to know each other.
Location American Legion Post 18
Contact 575-654-4884
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09:00am - 12:00pm Curbside Consulting :: Education
Free help for non-profits or those considering one. Every Wednesday morning or by appointment. Walk-ins welcome.
Location College Plaza Suite #5
Contact 575-574-5473 or
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12:00pm - 01:00pm Donor Development for Nonprofits: It's About the People :: Education
Free training; must register for location. Presenter Kathleen Tunney to discuss the essential components of creating and sustaining a successful donor development program. These programs need to be nurtured and maintained to produce lasting relationships and to increase donations. The ...
Contact Lisa Jimenez 575-574-5473 or
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01:00pm Gin Rummy :: Social Events
Beginners welcome, experts challenged.
Location Yankie Creek Coffee House
Contact 575-534-9355
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04:30pm - 05:30pm Girl Scout Registration :: Kids' Activity
Girl Scouting is for girls from Kindergarten through 12th grade; girls can be in troops located throughout Grant County. If you are not able to make it to a registration opportunity call Annette Toney at 575-538-2481 to register your daughter.This ...
Location Bayard Public Library
Contact 575-538-2481 or
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06:00pm - 07:00pm Al-Anon Family Group :: Public Meetings
Location Arenas Valley Church of Christ
Contact Karen 575-313-7094 or Dot 575-654-1643
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06:00pm - 07:45pm Insight Buddhist Meditation :: Spiritual
No prior meditation experience needed. Classes offered by donation. Everyone welcome.
Location Lotus Center
Contact 575-388-4647 or e-mail Allen Cooper at
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Free Clay Plaster Workshop :: Arts & Music
Didn't get your fill of all things clay during this year's CLAY Festival? Get your hands in the mud and plaster a straw-bale wall with natural builders Doni Kiffmeyer and Kaki Hunter from Moab, Utah. This talented duo led a ...
Location Black Range Lodge
Contact 575-895-5653 or www.blackrangelodge.com or www.builderswithoutborders.org
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08:00am - 04:30pm Centennial Celebration at the Gila Cliff Dwellings :: Social Events
Special Centennial Events will take place at the Cliff Dwellings on Thursday August 25th, the 100th birthday of the National Park Service. At the monument on Thursday special interactive and fun events will take place. These will include an Atal ...
Location Gila Cliff Dwellings
Contact 575-536-9461 or https://www.nps.gov/gicl/index.htm
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08:00am - 04:30pm No Entrance Fees at Gila Cliff Dwelling National Monument :: Tours
Free admission to celebrate National Park Service Centennial.
Location Gila Cliff Dwellings
Contact 575-536-9461 or https://www.nps.gov/gicl/index.htm
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10:00am - 12:00pm Library Workshop: How to Borrow E-Books and Downloadable Audiobooks :: Education
Learn how to access New Mexico Library To-Go at nm.lib.overdrive.com and how to download the Overdrive app to a device for easier access. A librarian will demonstrate how to search and browse for items, place items on hold, borrow, and ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
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11:00am - 06:00pm Girl Scout Registration :: Kids' Activity
Girl Scouting is for girls from Kindergarten through 12th grade; girls can be in troops located throughout Grant County. If you are not able to make it to a registration opportunity call Annette Toney at 575-538-2481 to register your daughter.This ...
Location Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest
Contact 575-538-2481 or
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03:00pm - 06:00pm Free Farmers Market :: Health & Wellness
More than 10,000 pounds of fresh quality produce each at the Knights of Columbus this summer (in addition to the normal senior food pantry held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month). Anyone in Grant County who says they are ...
Location Knights of Columbus Hall
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04:30pm - 05:30pm Girl Scout Registration :: Kids' Activity
Girl Scouting is for girls from Kindergarten through 12th grade; girls can be in troops located throughout Grant County. If you are not able to make it to a registration opportunity call Annette Toney at 575-538-2481 to register your daughter.This ...
Location Gila Community Center
Contact 575-538-2481 or
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05:30pm Grant County Investment Group :: Education
No experience needed but an interest in economics.
Location Little Toad Creek Brewery
Contact 575-856-3138
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05:30pm Public Forum - "Debating the Future Direction of Grant County" :: Political
The panel will be moderated by Abe Villarreal, WNMU Director of Communications. All of the announced candidates for the three open seats for County Commissioner will participate. Alicia Edwards (D) and Henry Torres (R) for District 3; Marilyn Alcorn (D) ...
Location Miller Library WNMU
Contact 575-654-6060 or email
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07:30pm Virus Theater Presents "I Everything" :: Arts & Music
An original play by Virus Theater. Tickets $10 - available at Yada Yada Yarn & Little Toad Creek Brewery & at the show. Thursday tickets by donation.
Location The HUB
Contact
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Free Clay Plaster Workshop :: Arts & Music
Didn't get your fill of all things clay during this year's CLAY Festival? Get your hands in the mud and plaster a straw-bale wall with natural builders Doni Kiffmeyer and Kaki Hunter from Moab, Utah. This talented duo led a ...
Location Black Range Lodge
Contact 575-895-5653 or www.blackrangelodge.com or www.builderswithoutborders.org
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Silver City Public Library Closed Until Noon :: Legal Notices
The public library will be closed the morning of Friday, August 26 for staff development. The library will be open from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Public computers will be unavailable all day August 26, due to an upgrade and maintenance. Free ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
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08:00am - 04:30pm No Entrance Fees at Gila Cliff Dwelling National Monument :: Tours
Free admission to celebrate National Park Service Centennial.
Location Gila Cliff Dwellings
Contact 575-536-9461 or https://www.nps.gov/gicl/index.htm
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09:00am - 12:00pm Clinical Supervision Training for Mental Health Professionals :: Education
Presented by Silvia Madrid, MA, LPCC, LADAC; approved by NM Counseling and Therapy Board. Register by calling Paula Anderson, 575-388-4497; $25 at the door for 3 CEUs. Sponsored by New Mexico Health Options.
Location 315 S. Hudson St.
Contact 575-388-4497
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09:00am - 07:00pm 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
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05:30pm - 06:30pm Women's Al-Anon Meeting: Women Embracing Recovery :: Public Meetings
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
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07:30pm Virus Theater Presents "I Everything" :: Arts & Music
An original play by Virus Theater. Tickets $10 - available at Yada Yada Yarn & Little Toad Creek Brewery & at the show. Thursday tickets by donation.
Location The HUB
Contact
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Free Clay Plaster Workshop :: Arts & Music
Didn't get your fill of all things clay during this year's CLAY Festival? Get your hands in the mud and plaster a straw-bale wall with natural builders Doni Kiffmeyer and Kaki Hunter from Moab, Utah. This talented duo led a ...
Location Black Range Lodge
Contact 575-895-5653 or www.blackrangelodge.com or www.builderswithoutborders.org
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08:00am - 04:30pm No Entrance Fees at Gila Cliff Dwelling National Monument :: Tours
Free admission to celebrate National Park Service Centennial.
Location Gila Cliff Dwellings
Contact 575-536-9461 or https://www.nps.gov/gicl/index.htm
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08:30am - 12:00pm Silver City Farmer's Market :: Social Events
Local produce, eggs, meats, honey, salsas, baked goods, landscape plants, and more. Live music.
Location Silver City Farmers Market
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08:45am Weight Watchers :: Health & Wellness
This will be the last Saturday meeting. The group will be meeting on Tuesday evenings.
Location First Presbyterian Church
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09:00am - 02:00pm Artisan Market - Silver City Food Co-op :: Social Events
Beautiful hand-crafted mesquite bowls, quilted bags, jewelry, and more are just a few of thegreat gifts you will find. Come down and check out all of the unique gifts and support your friends and neighbors. Support local artisans!
Location Market Cafe
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09:00am - 02:00pm Community Flea Market :: Social Events
Location Market Cafe
Contact 575-388-2343 or
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09:30am Walking Tours of Historic Fort Bayard - Discover Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark :: Tours
Meet at the Fort Bayard Museum. No fee, donations go to preservation and restoration.
Location Fort Bayard Museum
Contact 575-956-3294 or 575-388-9123 or 575-574-8779 or 575-388-4862
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10:00am - 02:00pm National Park Service Centennial Fair in Silver City :: Social Events
Smokey Bear and a wildland fire crew (with firetruck) will represent the United States Forest Service. Grant County Search and Rescue and the Gila Amateur Radio Society will have interactive equipment displays. The Mimbres Cultural Center will present activities related ...
Location Gough Park
Contact 575-536-9461 or https://www.nps.gov/gicl/index.htm
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12:00pm - 06:00pm Silver High Band Uniform Burrito Plate Fundraiser :: Fundraiser
The meal includes a smothered burrito, with sides of rice and beans for $6.00. Deserts will be available for an additional $1.00. Meals will be available for dine-in at the cafeteria, or for carry-out. Pre-sale tickets are available from any ...
Location Silver High School
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06:00pm - 11:59pm Relay for Life Event "Celebrate and Remember" :: Social Events
Event is at the football field.
Location Silver High School
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07:30pm Virus Theater Presents "I Everything" :: Arts & Music
An original play by Virus Theater. Tickets $10 - available at Yada Yada Yarn & Little Toad Creek Brewery & at the show. Thursday tickets by donation.
Location The HUB
Contact
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Upcoming Events
| Thu Nov 28 @ 5:00AM - 12:00AM Youth rifle hunts in Fort Bayard area - |
| Thu Nov 28 @ 8:00AM - 5K Turkey Trot - Gila Valley Library - Gila Valley Public Library |
| Thu Nov 28 @ 5:30PM - 08:30PM Silver City Businesses Host Free Thanksgiving Dinner for the Community - 306 N Bullard |
| Fri Nov 29 @ 5:00AM - 12:00AM Youth rifle hunts in Fort Bayard area - |
| Fri Nov 29 @ 7:00PM - Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Ray and the Sunshines - |
| Sat Nov 30 Small Business Saturday in Downtown Silver City - Historic Downtown Silver City |
| Sat Nov 30 @ 5:00AM - 12:00AM Youth rifle hunts in Fort Bayard area - |
| Sat Nov 30 @ 6:30PM - Whiskey Creek Zócalo - Jono Manson/ Juniper Djiin - Whiskey Creek Zocalo |
| Sat Nov 30 @ 7:00PM - 08:00PM 34th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade - Historic Downtown Silver City |
| Sat Nov 30 @ 8:00PM - Special Post-Parade Showing of "Wicked" - |
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