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October 13, 2019 - October 19, 2019
October 13, 2019 - October 19, 2019
  • 4th Annual Southwest Print Fiesta Activities  ::  Arts & Music

    Vsiting artist, Valpuri Remling, Master Printer at the Tamarind Institute will be speaking at the Silver City Museum Annex, and later offering portfolio critiques. There will also be workshops and printmaking activities offered to those interested in learning new techniques in printmakingand ...   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

    Contact  www.southwestprintfiesta.org.

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

    "Joker" (R) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • Red Dot Weekend at the Galleries  ::  Arts & Music

    Kate Brown will be guest artist at Lois Duffy Art with a short talk at 5:30 on Saturday and 12:30 on Sunday. Weekend brochure available at www.silvercityart.com.   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

    Contact  https://www.silvercityart.com/events/

  • 09:00am  Season's End Weekend at Mogollon Ghost Town  ::  Tours

    The quaint former mining community is a fun day trip – weekends through Oct 13. The Purple Onion Cafe opens at 9 a.m., the Old Kelly Store and the Mogollon Museum open at 10 a.m.   

    Location  Mogollon Ghost Town

  • 10:00am - 11:00am  "Creating Now"   ::  Spiritual

    Connie Thibeau-Catsis and Silver City’s past poet laureate, Elise Stuart  will explore the idea of living in the Now. This is a Family Program Sunday and today’s Children's Program, “Conscience: Hearing the Inner Voice” will discuss the concept of conscience ...   

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

  • 11:00am  Red Dot Art Weekend Demonstrations  ::  Arts & Music

    Art WeeGrant County Art Guild Gallery presents the following Art Demonstrations to enhance the mix: 11 am Luanne Brooten, Jean Jacket Work   

    Location  Grant County Art Guild Gallery

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

    "The Lion King" (2019) (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

  • Red Dot Weekend at the Galleries  ::  Arts & Music

    Kate Brown will be guest artist at Lois Duffy Art with a short talk at 5:30 on Saturday and 12:30 on Sunday. Weekend brochure available at www.silvercityart.com.   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

    Contact  https://www.silvercityart.com/events/

  • 10:00am  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.

  • 10:00am - 03:00pm  Red Dot Art Weekend Demonstrations  ::  Arts & Music

    Grant County Art Guild Gallery presents the following Art Demonstrations to enhance the mix:Mon., Oct. 14: 10 am Dawn Gray Glasswork 11 am Dawn Gray Glasswork 12 am Dawn Gray Glasswork 1 pm Marsha Banas Bead Application 2 pm Connie ...   

    Location  Grant County Art Guild Gallery

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

    Our entertainment will be guitarist Sherman Nelson. 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. Free.   

    Location  Lotus Center

    Contact  575-388-0243

  • 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

  • 03:00pm  Fall Break Short Film and Activity: "It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown "  ::  Kids' Activity

    You’re invited to watch the classic autumn short film :It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" at the library and create pumpkin patch pudding snacks.   

    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.

  • 07:00pm  Adult Ballet: Integrating Body and Spirit  ::  Health & Wellness

    Beginning level with career professional ballerina, Sallyann Mulcahy   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 12:00pm  Rotary Club to Hear About Poetry at Meeting  ::  Social Events

    Local poet and yoga instructor Becky Glenn will share how poetry helped her cope with the death of her husband after almost 30 years of marriage. There is no charge to attend the meeting and presentation, but guests are asked ...   

    Location  WNMU Sunset Room, 2nd Floor Cafeteria

  • 01:00pm - 03:00pm  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. Free. 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

  • 04:00pm - 05:00pm  Minecraft Club  ::  Kids' Activity

    Kids ages 6-12 are invited to play and explore collaboratively with Minecraft in a social setting. If you have a Minecraft account, bring your login information. If you do not, the library will provide a log-in for you. Free, no ...   

    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  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

  • 06:30pm  Westerners International Silver City Corral #36 Meeting  ::  Social Events

    The subject will be "Code Talker: The First and Only Memoir by One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WWII", a presentation about Chester Nez by Judith Schiess Avila. Dinner is $12 for members, $15 for non-members. Please confirm attendance by ...   

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    Location  Cross Point Assembly of God Church

    Contact  Call Mary Soule at 575-538-2888 to confirm

  • 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.

  • 10:00am - 11:15am  Ballet for Adults; Body and Spirit with Sallyann Mulcahy  ::  Health & Wellness

    For more information on the class, please visit:http://www.lotuscentersc.org/classes-moving-arts/   

    Location  Lotus Center

  • 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  WILL Lunch and Learn: “Are We Alone in the Universe?”  ::  Education

    Gary Emerson will explore the questions of the conditions needed for life to evolve on other planets in the Galaxy from biologists' points of view.   

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    Location  WNMU Global Resource Center ABC Room

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

  • 01:00pm  Gin Rummy  ::  Social Events

    Beginners welcome, experts challenged.   

    Location  Tranquil Buzz Coffee House

    Contact  575-534-9355

  • 01:00pm - 06:00pm  Republican Headquarters to be Open Wednesday  ::  Political

    Drop by and say hello.   

    Location  Republican Party Headquarters

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

    Creative construction and experimenting fun with LEGO® bricks, K'NEX®, Strawbees, and more! 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.

  • 05:00pm - 06:00pm  Yoga for Veterans   ::  Health & Wellness

    FREE (active duty and military families as well). Every Tuesday Beginners level, very gentle. Held at the American Legion Hall. Park in the back and enter from that door. Sponsored by the Lotus Center, a community non-profit yoga studio.   

    Location  American Legion Post 18

  • 06:00pm  Spaghetti Night With Byron Trammell  ::  Arts & Music

    Live music   

    Location  Buckhorn Saloon

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

    "Joker" (R) 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

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

    Little Artist Club offers 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  ::  Kids' Activity

    Experiment and create with robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more! 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.

  • 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  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  "As the Garlic Braids, Weaving Stories of the Land "  ::  Arts & Music

    Sliding fee $5-$10. Carol Soth and Chris Neely, two storytellers from Oregon, will be presenting an hour of storytelling. They will be sharing old myths and stories of the Cailleach, Baba Yaga, Coyote, Spider Woman and others. It is said ...   

    Location  Lotus Center

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

    "Joker" (R) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 02:00pm - 04:00pm  Fall Break Library Arcade   ::  Kids' Activity

    Teens are invited to hang out with video games, board games, music. 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.

  • 03:00pm - 05:00pm  Release and Signing Party for the 2020 Artists' Calendar  ::  Fundraiser

    Benefits Glenwood Community Library.A different artist is featured on each month. From 3-5 p.m., artists whose work is featured in the calendar will be on hand to sign your copy. Calendars are $10 each and all proceeds benefit the library. ...   

    Location  Catwalk Gallery and Gift Shop

  • 05:30pm  "Diamonds in the Rough" Baseball Symposium Opening Reception  ::  Education

    The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society is hosting a three day celebration of the legacy of the sport of baseball to the Southwest. The story of the banned players and their participation in the Copper League is just one topic that will ...   

    Location  Fort Bayard New Deal Theater

    Contact  www.fortbayard.org or 575-388-4862 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

  • 07:00pm  Dances of Universal Peace   ::  Spiritual

    Join us in the Dances of Universal Peace, meditative and joyous circle dances that focus on peace and harmony. Simple movements and chants celebrate the underlying unity of all spiritual traditions, creating an environment of open hearts and compassionate community. ...   

    Location  Church of Harmony

  • 07:00pm  Gila Native Plant Society Monthly Meeting  ::  Social Events

    Melanie Gisler, Director of the Southwest Office of the Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) in Santa Fe, will give a presentation on “State-wideConservation Initiatives for New Mexico’s Native Plants.” This presentation will provide an overview these conservation initiatives, including IAE’s Gila-based work, ...   

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    Location  WNMU Harlan Hall

    Contact  www.gilanps.org/events/programs/

  • 07:00pm  Movie Night at Glenwood Community Library  ::  Arts & Music

    "Rocketman,” the new film about the life of Elton John, is a one-of-a-kind musical celebration set to Elton John’s most beloved songs. Discover how a shy, small-town boy becomes one of the most iconic figures in rock & roll. Free ...   

    Location  Glenwood Library

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

    "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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

    "Joker" (R) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm   

    Location  Silco Theater

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

  • 08:00am - 08:00pm  Discover Hildalgo  ::  Rural Roads

    Car & truck show, tractor pulling, games, food booths, music and more. At the Hildalgo County Fairgrounds. $3.00, 5 and under free.    

    Location  Lordsburg, New Mexico

    Contact  575-542-9864

  • 08:00am - 01:00pm  Glenwood Street Market  ::  Social Events

    The Glenwood Street Market offers a variety of food – home-baked items, canned goods, fresh produce, plants, handcrafted jewelry, leather goods, outdoor decorative items and much more. It is open on Highway 180 in downtown Glenwood every Saturday from approximately ...   

    Location  Glenwood, New Mexico

  • 08:00am  Volunteer Day for Street Beautification Project  ::  Social Events

    Silver City Mayor Ken Ladner invites residents to join him and youth volunteers to complete and beautify several water catchment ponds in the median of NM 180 West, in front of Pizza Hut between Pope and Little Walnut streets. These catchment ...   

    Location  Silver City, New Mexico

    Contact  575-597-6340 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 08:30am - 12:00pm  Silver City Downtown Farmers' Market  ::  Social Events

    The Saturday Farmers' Market will be relocating to 901 N. Pope Street on the corner of College Ave. at the old LIfequest Building due to construction of Main Street Plaza, There will still be produce, food, artists, vendors, music and ...   

    Location  Temporary Farmers Market

    Contact  silvercityfarmersmarket.com

  • 09:00am  "Diamonds in the Rough" Baseball Symposium  ::  Education

    Panel presentations at 9 a.m., until 2:30 p.m. At 3 p.m. two teams will square off on the diamond at nearby Bataan Park. playing according to nineteenth century rules.  Saturday evening, the day’s activities will conclude with the screening of ...   

    Location  Fort Bayard New Deal Theater

    Contact  www.fortbayard.org or 575-388-4862 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • 09:00am  Mogollon Mountain Gun Club Fall Shoot   ::  Social Events

    Events include centerfire rifle and pistol as well as rimfire rifle and pistol. Entry fees for all events are $2. There will be roast beef sandwiches for lunch --delicious and reasonably priced. To be held at the Glenwood Range.   

    Location  Glenwood, New Mexico

    Contact  575-539-2527

  • 09:00am - 01:00pm  NRA Refuse To Be A Victim Class  ::  Education

    This is offered to women in Grant County and will teach situational awareness, what to do if you are caught in a situation where you are threatened with violence, how to make your home safer, how avoid a carjacking, and ...   

    Contact  To reserve a seat call 575-313-7997 by noon on Oct. 18

  • 11:00am - 05:00pm  Fall Art & Wine Extravaganza  ::  Tours

    Talented artists and artisans, music and food. 20% discount for case of mix or match wines.   

    Location  La Esperanza Winery

  • 11:00am - 01:00pm  The Making and Meaning of an Ofrenda  ::  Spiritual

    Margaret "Chickie" Beltran, a noted folk artist and community healer, will be speaking about the history and tradition of Ofrendas while offering a demonstration on how one is made. Afterwards, her apprentice, fellow healer, and psychic medium Nena Benavidez will ...   

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    Location  Silver City Museum Annex

  • 01:00pm - 03:00pm  Permaculture Silver City   ::  Social Events

    Plant of the Month: Yerba Mansa - Please share your knowledge, experiences, and ideas about these plants. Discussion Topic: Grand Solar Minimum - re-thinking the Climate Emergency - discussion led by Antonia.   

    Location  Silver City Visitor Center

  • 03:30pm - 08:00am  Union Pacific "Big Boy" Comes to Lordsburg  ::  Rural Roads

    Brief presentation and public viewing of the train. Train will be at Center Street Crossing and will later move to East A Street and Gold Street. It will arrive at 3:30pm and depart at 8:00am the next day.   

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    Location  Lordsburg, New Mexico

    Contact  upstream.com

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

    "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" (PG)   

    Location  Light Hall Theatre

    Contact  movies.wnmu.edu

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