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September 10, 2017 - September 16, 2017
September 10, 2017 - September 16, 2017
  • Now Showing at the Silco Theatre  ::  Arts & Music

    "Logan Lucky" (PG-13) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00 pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 10:00am - 11:00am  "Happiness: The Change That Changes Everything"  ::  Spiritual

    Chellee Chase, a certified life happiness coach and columnist, will explain why your personal happiness matters more than you think, and show the many ways happiness can transform our community and our world. In addition, there will be a Sundae ...   

    Contact  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 12:00pm - 03:30pm  Active Hope in a Time of Great Challenge  ::  Spiritual

    Shirley Pevarnik and Pamela Morgan. Cost: Sliding Scale $10 - $40; No one turned away for lack of funds special workshop which is ideal for people who are now feeling overwhelmed by the challenges to our natural world, our democracy ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

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

    "Wonder Woman" (PG-13)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 05:30pm - 07:00pm  Introduction to the Ashtanga Yoga Method  ::  Health & Wellness

    Join visiting instructor Chris Latham of Flagstaff, Arizona for this special weekend workshop at which we will learn and practice the fundamentals of Ashtanga Yoga. A complete schedule of this three-part, three-day workshop is available at www.LotusCenterSC.org. All skill levels ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-956-6647 or www.LotusCenterSC.org

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

    "Logan Lucky" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00 pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 08:00am - 11:00am  Monday With the Mayor  ::  Social Events

    Please stop by and share your insights and ideas with Mayor Ladner. All are welcome!   

    Location  Drifter Pancake House

  • 10:30am  Widowed and Single Persons of Grant County Meeting  ::  Social Events

    Speakers Adrienne Dare and Mikke Jemin on "Expanding your Horizons" Science conference for 5th - 8th grade girls. Cost for lunch is $12. All singles are welcome.   

    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  575-537-3643

  • 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

  • 01:00pm - 03:30pm  Gila National Forest Open House  ::  Social Events

    The open house format is a casual opportunity to engage with Forest Service specialists about Forest Plan Revision. Visitors can arrive any time, stay for as little or long as they like, and can circulate among Forest Service specialists discussing ...   

    Location  Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office

  • 01:30pm - 06:00pm  Grant County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    The agenda for this meeting may be altered up to seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting; copies can be obtained from the County Manager’s Office or viewed online at www.grantcountynm.com. If you are an individual with a disability in ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

  • 05:00pm  Anniversary of September 11 at WNMU  ::  Social Events

    Nearly 3,000 U.S. flags will be on display for the 2,996 victims of the attacks. WNMU students will perform special music and remarks will be given by President Joseph Shepard and others. Attendees are invited to participate in a remembrance walk ...   

    Location  WNMU Old James Stadium

  • 06:00pm  Square Dance Lessons with the Silver Squares  ::  Arts & Music

    The first three lessons are free so get a partner and come start learning the basics of Square Dancing.. Having a regular partner for the lessons will work best for you but there will be “Angels” (experienced dancers) there to ...   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

    Contact  Kay - 575-956-7186 or Don - 575-538-5754

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

    "Logan Lucky" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00 pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 01:30pm - 03:30pm  Congressman Pearce's Aide to Visit Silver City  ::  Political

    Joe Martinez. of Congressman Steve Pearce's office in Las Cruces, will visit Silver City for Office Hours. No appointment is necessary.   

  • 02:00pm - 03:00pm  Move Better, Feel Better with Feldenkrais  ::  Health & Wellness

    A new 6-class series with Dixie Dexter runs for six consecutive Tuesdays. Attend one, some, or all six classes. No experience necessary; everyone is welcome! $5 per class.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  www.LotusCenterSC.org

  • 03:30pm - 05:30pm  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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm  Hurley Town Council Regular Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    This meeting is open to the public and residents are encouraged to attend. A copy of the agenda will be available at the Hurley Town Hall on Friday, September 8, 2017. If you are an individual with a disability who ...   

    Location  Hurley Town Hall

    Contact  575-537-2287

  • 05:30pm  Weight Watchers  ::  Health & Wellness

    In the Annex.   

    Location  First Presbyterian Church

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

    The agenda will include:Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting on August 22, 2017Unfinished Business:A. Approval / Disapproval of Ordinance No. 1261: an Ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Animals), Article II (Administration and Enforcement), Section 6-34 (Authority of Town Manager and Animal Control ...   

    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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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

    "Logan Lucky" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00 pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 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 - 01:30pm  Farmer's Market at Ace Hardware  ::  Social Events

    Fresh produce and other goodies.   

    Location  Ace Hardware

  • 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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  Lunch and Learn: A Conversation with Silver City Mayor Ken Ladner  ::  Education

    This program and discussion is free and open to the public.   

    Location  WNMU Global Resource Center ABC Room

    Contact  575-538-6835 or http://www.will-learning.com/#/

  • 01:00pm  Babytime, Sing & 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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Beginners welcome, experts challenged.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

    Contact  575-534-9355

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Future Engineers  ::  Kids' Activity

    Creative construction fun with LEGO® bricks, K'NEX®, and Strawbees! This activity is geared toward children ages 6-12. Free, no registration necessary.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 04:15pm  Silver City Public Library Board Regular Meeting  ::  Legal Notices

    The public is invited to attend. The complete agenda is available on the Town's website at www.townofsilvercity.org and at City Hall, 101 W. Broadway. If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language ...   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

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

  • 05:30pm  Grant County Democratic Party Potluck and Meeting  ::  Political

    5:30pm potluck, 6:20pm business meeting.Bring a dish and bring a friend.   

    Location  Democratic Party Meeting Hall

    Contact  575-654-6060

  • 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

  • 07:00pm  Tim O'Brien and Jan Fabricius to Perform at Light Hall Theater  ::  Arts & Music

    The Bluegrass performance will highlight O’Brien’s trademark guitar, fiddle, and banjo playing, along with his vocals and harmony by Fabricius.   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  Tickets: 575-538-6469 or wnmu.edu/culture

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

    "Logan Lucky" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00 pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  Mariachi Workshops  ::  Arts & Music

    $50 per participant. The Workshop is geared towards musicians with a minimum of two years experience on their instrument, participants will gain knowledge of basic to advanced Mariachi style and technique. Instructors will place students into the appropriate class on ...   

    Location  WNMU Parotti Recital Hall

    Contact  To register call 575-538-6617

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Studio Time With Crystal Foreman Brown  ::  Arts & Music

    Fee: $60.00 for materials separate. Must preregister! Every 2nd Thursday of the month, 10am – 12 & 1:30-4 pm, Participants should bring their paints and subject matter, and be prepared to work. Includes demos, instruction, and critiques.   

    Location  Leyba and Ingalls Arts

  • 10:30am - 11:30am  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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 04:00pm  WildWorks: Silk Screen T-Shirts  ::  Kids' Activity

    We will make silk screen printed t-shirts. Robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more will be available.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:00pm  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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 05:30pm  Aldo Leopold Governing Council Meeting  ::  Public Meetings

    If you have a disability requiring special assistance, notify the school at 575-538-2547 as soon as possible and arrangements will be made.   

    Location  Aldo Leopold Charter School

    Contact  575-538-2545

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

    "Wind River" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 09:00am - 05:00pm  Mariachi Workshops  ::  Arts & Music

    $50 per participant. The Workshop is geared towards musicians with a minimum of two years experience on their instrument, participants will gain knowledge of basic to advanced Mariachi style and technique. Instructors will place students into the appropriate class on ...   

    Location  WNMU Parotti Recital Hall

    Contact  To register call 575-538-6617

  • 11:00am - 01:00pm  Mexican Independence Day Lunch & Music  ::  Social Events

    Student Memorial Center patio. Cost is $8.26 per plate and free to WNMU students. Western New Mexico University is commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month with several events. Most events are free to the public and center around food, culture, music, history, ...   

    Location  WNMU Student Memorial Building

  • 05:30pm - 06:30pm  Women Embracing Recovery  ::  Health & Wellness

    This meeting is limited to female Al-Anon members and prospective members. Park on Ridge Loop; walk around building to side entrance to lower level.   

    Location  La Clinica Health & Birth Center

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

  • 06:30pm  The Lloyd Lamar Quartet  ::  Arts & Music

    Jazz Trio   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Despicable Me 3" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • LGBTQ Grant County Pride 2017 Festival  ::  Social Events

    To celebrate and educate the community concerning gender and sexual diversity in Southwest New Mexico with music, dancing, community and craft booths, and anonymous HIV testing. We really need vendors for the fair, so please spread the word! Nonprofits pay ...   

    Location  Gough Park

    Contact  #RuralPride Campaign via GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/help-us-have-pride-in-silver-city!

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

    "Wind River" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theatre

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

  • 08:30am - 12:00pm  Silver City Farmer's Market  ::  Social Events

    Downtown Silver City every Saturday starting on May 6th.   

    Location  Silver City Farmers Market

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm  Seed Library Roundtable  ::  Education

    The Seed Library round table discussion continues at The Commons where we have a garden to learn from! Participants will receive lots of local insights about how to grow food through our cold season.   

    Location  The Volunteer Center

  • 11:00am  Honeybee Presentation  ::  Education

    Beekeeper Susan Clair will give an educational presentation for all ages about honeybees and other pollinators. Co-sponsored by the Upper Gila Watershed Alliance.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-538-3672 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Despicable Me 3" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 07:00pm  ¡Mexico Vive!  ::  Arts & Music

    Tickets $10. A celebration of Mexico's Independence through a magical evening of song and dance put on by Mariachi Raíces de América; including performances by: Award winning Mariachi Plata, World renowned Ballet Folklorico Paso Del Norte, & New Mexico Male ...   

    Location  WNMU Fine Arts Center

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