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Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
"Isn't It Romantic" (PG-13) 1:00 & 7:00pm; "What Is Democracy?" (TBD) 4:00pm;
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
10:00am - 11:00pm "Faith: You Better Believe it" :: Spiritual
Heidi Ogas will share this sermon written by her late stepfather, the Rev. Joseph Willis. He explores the question, “What do you believe faith is?” and discusses the conflict between faith and reason. Although this is not a Family Program ...
Contact
02:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"On The Basis of Sex" (Pg-13)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
04:00pm - 06:00pm Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner :: Fundraiser
Dinner is $10 for adults & $5 for children under 12. Price includes dinner, dessert & beverage. There will also be tickets for a "Lottery Tree" with 50 Scratchers. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The winner will ...
Location Glenwood Senior Center
10:00am - 05:00pm Asset Management Workshop :: Education
Register by 3/14/19. The Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) is pleased to invite you to participate in a free, two-day workshop on this important topic. The goal of this workshop is to develop a practical asset management plan that you can use to optimize ...
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Conference Center
Contact To register: https://www.events.rcac.org/assnfe/ev.asp?MODE=&ID=1659 or call 575-932-8222
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
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
01:00pm Grant Soil & Water Conservation District Meeting :: Legal Notices
Upper Gila Valley Arroyos Watershed District meeting at 1:00pm; Grant Soil & Water Conservation District meeting at 2:00pm
Location Cliff/Gila Fire Department
Contact 575-388-1569 or
07:00pm Adult Ballet: Integrating Body and Spirit :: Health & Wellness
Beginning level with career professional ballerina, Sallyann Mulcahy.
Location Lotus Center
07:00pm Open Mic with The Black Teas :: Arts & Music
Live music
Location Buckhorn Saloon
Chris Alvarez Art Sale :: Arts & Music
In conjunction with Chris Alvarez relocating the Alvarez Art School, we are offering a special sale of his work. So from now through March, we are offering 20% off Chris Alvarez's paintings.
Location Ingalls and Leyba Arts
09:00am Grant County Commission work session :: Political
The Grant County Commission will hold a work session to hear reports and presentations, as well as to discuss the agenda for the regular meeting on Thursday, March 21, 2019
Contact 575-574-0001
10:00am - 05:00pm Asset Management Workshop :: Education
Register by 3/14/19. The Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) is pleased to invite you to participate in a free, two-day workshop on this important topic. The goal of this workshop is to develop a practical asset management plan that you can use to optimize ...
Location Grant County Veterans Memorial Conference Center
Contact To register: https://www.events.rcac.org/assnfe/ev.asp?MODE=&ID=1659 or call 575-932-8222
10:00am - 12:00pm Literacy Link-Leamos Workshop:Interview Skills :: Education
Literacy Link - Leamos invites Grant County job seekers and students to attend three job skill building workshops. This workshop is free. Bring a copy of your current resume if you have one. It’s time to put your best foot ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-388-0892
11:30am - 01:00pm Copper CowBelles Meeting :: Social Events
11:30 to noon is social time; noon to 1:00pm is the meeting. Copper CowBelles meets the third Tuesday of the month.
Location Grant County Extension Office Conference Room
12:00pm - 01:00pm Silver City Rotary Club Lunch Meeting :: Social Events
At most meetings, a speaker will talk about issues of community interest. Guests are welcome and are asked to contribute $10 for a hot lunch with dessert and coffee.
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. Endorsed by the Southwest Festival of the Written Word at www.swwordfiesta.or
Location Murray Ryan Visitor Center
Contact 575-534-0207 or
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
05:00pm - 06:00pm Free Yoga for Veterans :: Health & Wellness
Includes active duty and military families as well. 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
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 - 08:00pm 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 appreciated.
Location Lotus Center
Contact www.lotuscentersc.org/events
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
"What Is Democracy?" (TBD) 4:00pm; "Isn't It Romantic" (PG-13) 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
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
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
11:30am Grant County Federated Republican Women Lunch Meeting :: Political
A report will be given on Saturday's Border Security meeting in Deming, with questions and answers to follow. A hot buffet lunch will be available for only $10 if you wish to eat. All Republicans are invited and are welcome ...
Location WNMU Cafeteria
Contact 575-313-7997
01:00pm Babytime, Sing and 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
01:00pm Gin Rummy :: Social Events
Beginners welcome, experts challenged.
Location Tranquil Buzz Coffee House
Contact 575-534-9355
03:30pm Spring Equinox Celebration :: Spiritual
Circles gather around the world every Equinox and Solstice to weave our sacred sounds and consciousness with the intentions of Harmony, Acceptance, Unity, Compassion, Love, Appreciation and Joy for all beings of the planet. Come celebrate the return of Spring ...
Location Lotus Center
Contact 575-956-6647 or
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
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
"What Is Democracy?" (TBD) 4:00pm; "Isn't It Romantic" (PG-13) 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
Search for Silver City Poet Laureate :: Arts & Music
Applications are now being sought for the Silver City area's next Poet Laureate. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2019. This honorary position is awarded to a person who has established a presence in the world of poetry, has ...
Location Silver City, New Mexico
Contact
09:00am Grant County Commission regular meeting :: Political
The Grant County Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and approve items on the regular agenda. Among the items is a public hearing on proposed bond issuances for a total of $8 million. Also a public hearing on ...
Location Grant County Administration Center
Contact 575-574-0001
10:00am - 12:00pm Tech Training: Microsoft Word Basic Information and How to Use Templates :: Education
Participants can use library-provided laptops and tablets to practice their skills and become familiar with different devices. Knowledgeable library staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions. Participants can also bring their own laptops or mobile devices for troubleshooting ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
10:30am - 11:30am Little Artist Club :: Kids' Activity
Little Artist Club offers creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will make spring wreaths. Free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
12:00pm - 01:00pm Bayou Seco to Perfom Regional Cowboy Music :: Arts & Music
Bayou Seco will present a boot-stompin’ program of cowboy songs and western dance tunes learned from cowboy friends across the state, and some from old collections of cowboy songs and from the Lewis Family in Crow Flats, NM. This is ...
Location Silver City Museum Courtyard
Contact 575-589-5921 or
04:00pm WildWorks :: Kids' Activity
Today we will make Popsicle flashlights. Robots, electronics, games, crafting, 3D drawing, photo editing and more will be available. Experiment and create! Ages 10+, free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
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
06:00pm Third Thursday Public Forum: "The 2019 Legislative Session" :: Political
This month’s forum will be focused on the just completed Santa Fe legislative session, and we’ll get a download from our Grant County representatives: Lt. Governor Howie Morales, state senator Gabe Ramos, and state representative Rudy Martinez. Refreshments will be ...
Location WNMU Miller Library
Contact 575-654-6060 or email
06:30pm Grant County Search and Rescue Meeting :: Public Meetings
We are a professional, all-volunteer team welcoming new members with outdoors skills to assist lost or injured individuals in SW New Mexico.
Location City Hall Annex
Contact 575-538-5706 or http://gcsar-nm.org/
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World" (PG) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
08:00am - 01:00pm Glenwood Street Market :: Social Events
The Glenwood Street Market, is back with a variety of unique arts and crafts, and baked goods, produce and snacks. The market is open from every Friday and Saturday and holidays from approximately 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Highway ...
Location Glenwood, New Mexico
11:30am - 01:30pm Santa Clara/Historic Fort Bayard Visitors Center Grand Opening :: Social Events
The Visitors Center displays historic photographs and exhibits that trace the history of Fort Bayard from its founding in 1866 up to the present. Regular hours will be Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. It ...
Location Santa Clara/Historic Fort Bayard Visitors Center
12:00pm - 05:30pm World Water Day Celebration :: Social Events
Enjoy a free afternoon of fun for all ages at the Bayard Public Library.. Learn about water issues around the world and in our own backyard through fun interactive games and activities, such as water quality testing, water conservation, films ...
Location Bayard Public Library
02:00pm - 04:00pm Tech Training: Microsoft Excel Basic Information and How to Use Templates :: Education
Participants can use library-provided laptops and tablets to practice their skills and become familiar with different devices. Knowledgeable library staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions. Participants can also bring their own laptops or mobile devices for troubleshooting ...
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
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 Byron Trammell :: Arts & Music
Live music
Location Buckhorn Opera House
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Spiderman: Into the Spider-verse" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
Now Showing at the Silco Theatre :: Arts & Music
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World" (PG) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
08:00am - 01:00pm Glenwood Street Market :: Social Events
The Glenwood Street Market, is back with a variety of unique arts and crafts, and baked goods, produce and snacks. The market is open from every Friday and Saturday and holidays from approximately 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Highway ...
Location Glenwood, New Mexico
08:30am Weight Watchers :: Health & Wellness
Weigh-in will begin at 8:00am and the meeting begins at 8:30.
Location First Presbyterian Church
09:00am - 03:00pm 14th Annual Friends of Clay Pottery Sale :: Fundraiser
The sale will feature a great selection of pottery and clay art works donated by current and former WNMU clay students, faculty, and professional potters. All proceeds from the sale will be used for the benefit of Western’s clay program.
Location 206 N. Bullard
Contact 575-313-7278
09:00am - 11:00am PNM Good Neighbor Fund Bill Assistance Event :: Health & Wellness
Low income customers in Silver City can receive help paying PNM bills. Must bring: 1) 2019 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) approval letter; 2) PNM bill; 3) Proof of income and identification for everyone living in the home. All customers who qualify ...
Location Silver City Woman's Club
Contact PNM.com
09:00am - 12:00pm World Water Day Celebration :: Social Events
Participants will have the choice of three workshop groups: water quality monitoring of San Vicente Creek; erosion control through planting of natives; and trash clean up. All projects will end at noon. Volunteers are encouraged to bring water, sunscreen, and ...
Location Murray Ryan Visitor Center
10:00am - 01:00pm Gila Native Plant Society 17th Annual Native Plant Pre-Sale :: Social Events
Order plants in March and pick them up April 17. Choose from a wide selection of native trees, shrubs, flowers, cacti and grasses. Order in person and GNPS members can help you decide which plants will work best in your ...
Location WNMU Global Resource Center ABC Room
Contact www.gilanps.org/events/plant-sale/
10:00am - 01:00pm 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
01:00pm - 04:00pm Marigold Seed Exchange :: Social Events
The community is invited to bring their own marigold seeds to exchange and share, thus growing a wider variety of marigolds to bestrewn the community and family’s Ofrendas. All marigold varieties are welcome! Participants can fill out an informational card ...
Location Javalina Coffee Shop
06:30pm Eric & Sue With Dale Rucklos :: Arts & Music
Live music
Location Buckhorn Opera House
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Spiderman: Into the Spider-verse" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
08:00pm J-Calvin Band :: Arts & Music
Neo-Soul-Funk band J-Calvin, will bring their unique soul-abducting fusion of authentic lyrics, jazz-influenced harmonies, and Dilla-Inspired beats to the Silver City.
Location Little Toad Creek Brewery
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