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Great Backyard Bird Count :: Education
Bird watchers count the birds they see for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the count, then enter their checklists at birdcount.org. All the data contribute to a snapshot of bird distribution and help scientists see ...
Location Silver City, New Mexico
Contact birdcount.org
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Manchester by the Sea" (R) 2:00 & 5:00pm; "Moonlight" (R) 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
10:00am - 11:00pm “How You Can Support Change Through Local Government” :: Spiritual
Alicia Edwards, who was just elected to the Grant County Board of Commissioners, will speak on her belief in the UU principles of "the right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society ...
02:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Allied" (R)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
Great Backyard Bird Count :: Education
Bird watchers count the birds they see for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the count, then enter their checklists at birdcount.org. All the data contribute to a snapshot of bird distribution and help scientists see ...
Location Silver City, New Mexico
Contact birdcount.org
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Manchester by the Sea" (R) 5:00pm; "Moonlight" (R) 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
Silver City Woman's Club Scholarships :: Education
Two major Silver City Woman's’ Club Scholarships are available. Due Date: April 4, 2017-No exceptions. Requirements to apply: bio, contact information and transcript.
Location Silver City Woman's Club
Contact Vera MacGregor 575-534-0505
11:00am - 02:00pm WNMU Tax Help NM :: Education
To have a tax return prepared, individuals must have an original Social Security card, a picture ID, W-2s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit. Go to Light Hall room 119. Service is on ...
Location WNMU Light Hall
Contact 575-538-6321
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
07:00pm Open Mic Night With Manda and Chris :: Arts & Music
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Manchester by the Sea" (R) 5:00pm; "Moonlight" (R) 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
10:00am Tapestries Made After Paintings: From the Dovecot to Ganado, From Brennan to Begay :: Rural Roads
The Mesilla Valley Weavers Guild presents this program. Everyone is welcome to attend this hour-long program, free of charge. Ann Lane Hedlund will present.
Location Braningan Cultural Center
Contact https://tapestrystudies.wordpress.com/calendar/tapestries
10:30am Storytime at the Silver City Public Library :: 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
02:00pm - 06:00pm WNMU - Tax Help NM :: Education
To have a tax return prepared, individuals must have an original Social Security card, a picture ID, W-2s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit. Go to Light Hall room 119. Service is on ...
Location WNMU Light Hall
Contact 575-538-6321
03:30pm - 05:30pm "Black Reconstruction and the New Fusion Politics :: Education
"Reconstruction" refers to the historical period following the Civil War. Some historians have begun to view subsequent periods in American history as second or third Reconstruction periods. Presenter Jeffrey Scott will give further information about how this concept applies to ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
05:30pm Weight Watchers :: Health & Wellness
In the Annex.
Location First Presbyterian Church
06:00pm Celebrate Recovery :: Health & Wellness
A safe place to go for dealing with hurts, habits, hang-ups, addictions and life set backs. Our meetings are with dinner. 7 PM - worship and short lesson. 8 PM- confidential sharing. All are welcome.
Location New Hope Fellowship Church
Contact 575-654-6564 or 575-654-0963
06:30pm Scott van Linge :: Arts & Music
Blues, folk, country and rock 'n' roll oldies.
Location Diane's Parlor
06:30pm Westerners Meeting: "Tales From the Tapes- Lou Blachly's Pioneers" :: Social Events
Dinner is served at the meeting, and the cost is $12.00 per person for members and $15.00 per person for non-members. The public is invited to attend the meeting, and should make reservations by Feb. 19. Dr. Doug Dinwiddie will ...
Location Cross Point Assembly of God Church
Contact Mary Margaret Soule 575-538-2888
07:00pm - 09:00pm Community Kirtan :: Spiritual
Join Manda Clair for an evening of musical chanting and singing to the ancient melodies of Classical India. It's easy and it brings peace. No experience necessary; everyone is welcome! Donations accepted.
Location Lotus Center
Contact 575-388-4647
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
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Manchester by the Sea" (R) 5:00pm; "Moonlight" (R) 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
10:30am Babytime Sing & Play :: Kids' Activity
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, and movement for infants 0-12 months and their caregivers. Free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
12:00pm WILL (Western Institute for Lifelong Learning) Lunch & Learn: "Giardia, Laughing Frogs and Bi-parental Care in the Peruvian Amazon" :: Education
Lynn Haugen will talk about "Giardia, Laughing Frogs, and Bi-parental Care in the Peruvian Amazon." Bring your lunch, bring a friend, or just bring yourself!
Location WNMU Global Resource Center ABC Room
Contact 575-538-6835 or www.will-learning.com or
01:00pm Gin Rummy at Yankie Creek Coffee House :: Social Events
Beginners welcome, experts challenged.
Location Yankie Creek Coffee House
Contact 575-534-9355
04:00pm - 05:00pm Future Engineers :: Kids' Activity
Creative construction fun with Lego, 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
04:30pm - 07:30pm Silver City Food Co-op Board Meeting :: Public Meetings
Location Market Cafe
05:30pm - 07:00pm Digital Media Workshop: "Marketing Your Brand for Success Part 2" :: Education
Registration to attend each workshop is $10 per person. The Small Business Development Center at Western New Mexico University is hosting series of four workshops for small businesses focused on digital media. The workshops are designed to educate area business ...
Location WNMU 3rd Floor Student Memorial Building Mall
Contact For information or to register: 575-538-6164
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 Copper Country Senior Olympics Meeting :: Public Meetings
Participants and public are invited to attend.
Location Grant County Extension Office Conference Room
Contact 575-538-9286
06:00pm Spaghetti Night With Byron Trammell :: Arts & Music
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Manchester by the Sea" (R) 5:00pm; "Moonlight" (R) 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
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
02:00pm - 06:00pm WNMU - Tax Help NM :: Education
To have a tax return prepared, individuals must have an original Social Security card, a picture ID, W-2s from all employers and a bank account with routing number for direct deposit. Go to Light Hall room 119. Service is on ...
Location WNMU Light Hall
Contact 575-538-6321
04:00pm WildWorks Youth Space :: Kids' Activity
Space for youth to hang out, experiment, create, and more. Including, but not limited to, robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and programming. Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
07:00pm Fort Bayard Film Series: "Last Voyage of the Lusitania" :: Arts & Music
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the United States entry into World War I, the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society will sponsor a ten part film series this spring. Each film will feature opening remarks by Dr. Doug Dinwiddie ...
Location Santa Clara Armory
Contact www.fortbayard.org or 575-388-4864 or 575-388-4477
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"La La Land" (PG-13) 5:00 & 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
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
05:30pm - 06:30pm Women Embracing Recovery: Women's Al-Anon Meeting :: Health & Wellness
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 Karen 575-313-7094 or Hosana 575-313-1032
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Patriots Day" (R)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"La La Land" (PG-13) 2:00, 5:00 & 8:00pm
Location Silco Theatre
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
08:00am - 06:00pm Tommyknocker Mountain Bike Race on Fort Bayard Trails System :: Social Events
Tommyknocker 10-hour mountain bike race will be held on the Gila National Forest Fort Bayard Trails system Saturday, Feb. 25, starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 6:00 pm. The event officially opens to campers and participants on Friday, Feb. ...
Location Servis Corral Trailhead
Contact 575-536-2250 ext. 75154
08:00am - 02:00pm Write a Postcard for Progress :: Social Events
Postcards for Progress is offering residents a chance to send their elected official postcards. The nonpartisan community gathering is providing free postcards, paper, stamps, envelopes and congressional addresses to promote residents to communicate with their elected representatives at the local, ...
Location Javalina Coffee Shop
Contact 575-313-3031
09:15am - 12:00pm Fort Bayard Museum and Tours :: Tours
In honor of Black History Month, the focus will be on the Buffalo soldiers.
Location Fort Bayard Museum
Contact 575-388-4477
10:00am Southwest Fire Fighters Work Capacity Test Schedule Update :: Legal Notices
Individuals must have previously attended the annual recruitment meeting to participate. Recruits should dress in appropriate exercise clothing and footwear.
Location Fox Field
Contact http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila/
10:30am - 11:30am Grant County Seed Library Roundtable: Starting Seeds Indoors :: Education
Information and demonstration on how to start seeds indoors. Come and bring your questions and answers! We welcome new and seasoned local gardeners. This event is free and all are welcome. The seed library is a project sponsored by the ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
06:30pm Mike Montoya & Fatigo :: Arts & Music
Location Buckhorn Saloon
07:00pm African Guitar Summit Celebrates Black History Month :: Arts & Music
Tickets on sale now at the MRAC office in the Wells Fargo Building, 1201 Pope Street, by phone at 575-538-2505, or online at www.mimbresarts.org. Doors open at 7:00pm; Show begins at 7:30pm. African Guitar Summit was a project created in ...
Location WNMU Fine Arts Center
Contact 575-538-2505 or www.MimbresArts.org
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Patriots Day" (R)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
08:00pm - 11:59pm Mardi Gras Dance and Bash :: Social Events
We invite everyone to join the fun for beads, king cake, costume contests, prizes and our usual craziness! Costume contests will include ‘Most Beads’, Mardi Gras Drag Queen & King and ‘Most Gender Ambiguous’. Prizes will include gift certificates from ...
Location The HUB
Contact 575-519-8771
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