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September 09, 2018 - September 15, 2018
September 09, 2018 - September 15, 2018
  • 10th Annual “Chiricahua-Peloncillo Heritage Days”  ::  Rural Roads

    Heritage Days is the Chiricahua-Peloncillo region’s celebration of its nature and culture. The 3 day event will feature a special Keynote Address, talks on nature, culture, history and wildlife by 8 professional speakers, a large covered Farmer’s Market and Crafts ...   

    Location  Rodeo, New Mexico

    Contact  530-390-3969 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Cosmic Campground Weekend  ::  Rural Roads

    Bring a friend, a red filtered flashlight, shade, lawn chair, and telescope and binoculars if you have them. Enjoy the wonders of the night sky.   

    Location  Cosmic Campground

    Contact  cosmiccampground.org

  • Gila Native Plant Society Hosts the Native Plant Society of New Mexico  ::  Education

    Field trips, workshops and presentations. The registration fee includes a reception, two lunches and a banquet. Registration is not limited to NPSNM members but is open to anyone interested in the natural history of the Gila region.Partial day participation is ...   

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    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

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

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

    "BlacKkKlansman" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 10:00am - 11:00am  - "The UU Seven Principles: Finding Personal and Community Meaning in the Foundations of our Faith"  ::  Spiritual

    Rev. Azima Lila Forest will lead an exploration of the Seven Principles and look for their meaning to us individually and as a congregation. This will be a Family Program Sunday and children of all ages are invited to participate. ...   

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

  • 01:00pm - 04:00pm  Paint Party: How to Paint Clouds  ::  Arts & Music

    $45.00, materials & refreshment included. Checks should be made out to L & I ARTS; MUST pre-register! A fun painting experience with Paul Hotvedt…with refreshments. This is the perfect time of the year to look at clouds. Learn to paint these ever-changing skies. Explore ...   

    Location  Leyba and Ingalls Arts

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

    "Sicario – Day of the Soldado" (R)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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

    "BlacKkKlansman" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 08:00am - 11:00am  Monday With the Mayor  ::  Public Meetings

    Silver City Mayor Ken Ladner would like to invite your input, ideas and inspirations toward making our town even better. All are invited to stop by and share your insights and ideas with Mayor Ladner.   

    Location  WNMU Miller Library

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

    Entertainment by Ella Mae and Billy Burns. Cost for lunch is $12. All singles are welcome.   

    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  575-537-3643

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

  • 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  Open Mic with The Black Teas  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "BlacKkKlansman" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 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  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 575-534-0207

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

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

    1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE2. CHANGES TO AGENDA3. CEREMONIES4. PROCLAMATIONS5. COUNCIL COMMENTS6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES• Regular Meeting - August 14, 20187. PUBLIC INPUT8. REPORTSA. Event Coordinator Final Report by Sabrina Pack, Principal and Chief Operating Officer ofSkywest ...   

    Location  Grant County Administration Center

    Contact  www.townofsilvercity.org

  • 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

    "BlacKkKlansman" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 08:30am - 09:15am  Morning Dharma  ::  Spiritual

    In Morning Dharma we will learn and discuss the foundational teachings of the Buddha and how we can apply these teachings to our daily lives. A four-class series on the Four Nobel Truths begins on September 5. Each class starts ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  www.LotusCenterSC.org

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

  • 10:30am - 01:30pm  Wednesday Farmers' Market  ::  Social Events

    Midweek farmers' market at Ace Hardware. Lots of fresh produce.   

    Location  Ace Hardware

  • 11:00am - 12:00pm  HMS Senior Center: Aging and Disability Resource Center   ::  Health & Wellness

    The Aging and Disability Resource Center will present on how to access resources to promote independence. No Charge.   

    Location  Silver City Senior Center

  • 12:00pm - 01:00pm  WILL Lunch and Learn: “Some Rock and Roll and a Little Poetry”  ::  Education

    Presented by Dr. Jack Crocker, Provost UNMU   

    Location  WNMU Global Resource Center ABC Room

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

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

    Babytime is back with a new leader, Nancy Stephens. 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

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

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

    5:30pm potluck, 6:20pm business meeting. Bring a dish, bring a friend. Good food, good conversation.   

    Location  Bayard Community Center

    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

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

    "BlacKkKlansman" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 10:00am - 12:00pm  Tech Workshop: Introduction to the Internet  ::  Education

    Adult Education Services will lead a workshop at the library on how to use the Internet safely and knowledgeably.   

    Location  Silver City Public Library

    Contact  575-574-5101 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 10:30am - 11:30am  Little Artist Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Little Artist Club offers creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will be making lightning bugs. 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  ::  Kids' Activity

    Today we will experiment with Nintendo Labo, a DIY construction kit that pairs with the Nintendo Switch. Special thanks to the Friends of the Library for providing us with this new device! Robots, electronics, 3D drawing, photo editing and more ...   

    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  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  Aldo Leopold Charter School 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  575-538-2547

  • 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  Red Molly to Perform After Two-Year Hiatus  ::  Arts & Music

    Americana powerhouse vocal trio Red Molly is known for their gorgeous harmonies, crisp musicianship, infectious songwriting, and warm, engaging stage presence. Abbie Gardner (Dobro), Laurie MacAllister (guitar), and Molly Venter (guitar) weave together the threads of American music—from folk roots ...   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  www.wnmu.edu/culture or 575-538-6469 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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

    "The Predator" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Featured Artists of the Grant County Art Guild  ::  Arts & Music

    This weekend’s Featured Artists of the Grant County Art Guild are: Paula Kopenec, Kumihimo style Jewelery on Friday; Ann Nace, Plein air paintings on Saturday; and Sally Barnes, Pencil and Pen & Ink drawings on Sunday.   

    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  Tech Workshop: Introduction to El Portal Online Tools from the NM State Library  ::  Education

    A librarian will lead a workshop to introduce the free content and resources available to everyone in New Mexico from the State Library. The El Portal platform gives access to newspaper, magazine, and journal articles that would normally require a ...   

    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.

  • 05:30pm - 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

    Blues, folk, country and rock 'n' roll oldies.   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Incredibles 2" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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

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

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

    "The Predator" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 08:00am - 02:00pm  Glenwood Street Market  ::  Social Events

    Featuring arts and crafts, and food, the Market is growing. New vendors are adding even more variety to the selections. The latest addition is home-made ice cream.The Market will also be open on Labor Day, Monday Sept. 3.   

    Location  Glenwood, New Mexico

  • 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

  • 09:00am - 10:00am  Sacred Activism: Meditation for World Healing and Peace  ::  Spiritual

    In each session, we will go into deep relaxation, join our spiritual energies, and use them for healing and blessing in four directions: to ourselves, to those we know in need, to places and situations on the planet in crisis, ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 10:00am - 04:00pm  Featured Artists of the Grant County Art Guild  ::  Arts & Music

    This weekend’s Featured Artists of the Grant County Art Guild are: Paula Kopenec, Kumihimo style Jewelery on Friday; Ann Nace, Plein air paintings on Saturday; and Sally Barnes, Pencil and Pen & Ink drawings on Sunday.   

    Location  Hearst Church Gallery

  • 10:00am - 01:00pm  Library Arcade  ::  Kids' Activity

    Teens are invited to hang out with video games, board games, music. We will use Nintendo Switch for the first time on September 15--thanks to the Friends of the Library for providing the device! Ages 10+, 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.

  • 11:00am - 05:30pm  Third Annual Silver City Pride Fest  ::  Social Events

    Market, musicians galore, the World Famous Doggie Drag Show (1:00), food trucks, vendors and extra special live performances by Local Drag Queens (2:00) and Legendary Drag Singer Bella Gigante from Santa Fe (11:30 and 3:40).   

    Location  Gough Park

    Contact  575-654-3851

  • 11:30am - 01:00pm  Pro-Life Rally  ::  Education

    Pro-Life Rally each second and fourth Saturday in property between highway 180 and Walmart.   

    Location  Area in front of Walmart

  • 12:00pm  Harvest Bingo and 50/50 Cash Raffle  ::  Social Events

    Doors open at noon for lunch at the Center on Highway 180 in downtown Glenwood. Games start at 12:30 p.m. There will be a $100 Blackout game and door prizes.   

    Location  Glenwood Senior Center

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  "Just Words"  ::  Arts & Music

    Sharman Apt Russell and Richard Felder read from their work, followed by open mic.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

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

  • 04:00pm - 05:30pm  Basics of Tribal Bellydance Class  ::  Social Events

    Suggested donation $10 or class card. Tribal is about group improvisation and dancing in community for mutual fun --NOT performance! We will focus on learning and practicing just a few traditional Tribal moves - our focus will be Power, Grace, ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-956-6647 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 06:30pm  Lloyd Lamar Quarter  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Incredibles 2" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • 08:00pm  Pride Fest Dance for Those 21 and Over  ::  Social Events

    Admission is $5 plus two cans for the Food Bank.   

    Location  Fry House

    Contact  575-654-3851

  • 08:00pm  Pride Fest Dance for Those Under 21  ::  Social Events

    Admission is two cans of food for the Food Bank.   

    Location  Old Elk's Club

    Contact  575-654-3851

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