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Cosmic Campground Weekend :: Social Events
Bring a friend, red filtered flashlight, very warm clothes, a lawn chair, and telescope and binoculars if you have them. Make new friends and enjoy the wonders of the night sky.
Location Cosmic Campground
Contact www.cosmiccampground.org/
Now Showing at the Silco Theater :: Arts & Music
"Yesterday" (PG-13) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
10:00am - 11:00pm "Why Humans Need Liturgy" :: Spiritual
Lynda Aiman-Smith will discuss the importance of liturgy to the human experience. Although this is not a Family Program Sunday, childcare will be available. There will be coffee and conversation after the service, and visitors are always welcome.
Contact
02:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Avengers: Endgame" (PG-13)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
15th Annual Gila River Festival Online Registration :: Social Events
Online registration events and workshops for the Gila River Festival begins July 1. To find out details and to register go to www.gilariverfestival.org or call 575-538-8078. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GilaRiverFestival/.
Location Silver City, New Mexico
10:00am - 04:00pm Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition :: Arts & Music
Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.
Location Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office
Contact http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila
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
07:00pm Adult Ballet :: Health & Wellness
Beginning level with career professional ballerina, Sallyann Mulcahy.
Location Lotus Center
10:00am - 04:00pm Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition :: Arts & Music
Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.
Location Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office
Contact http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila
12:00pm - 12:55pm Tai Chi: 8 Forms :: Health & Wellness
WNMU Expressive Arts Pavilion (Behind FACT; in front of McCray Gallery). Outdoors, in the shade. Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Benches for sitting, but you ...
Location WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art
Contact 575-313-6883 or
12:30pm · Grant County Collaborative Senior Services Project Town Hall Meeting :: Public Meetings
Organized by HMS, we would like to hear your thoughts about care needs of our aging seniors. Refreshments will be provided and attendees will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a $10 gift card. Please Help ...
Location Silver City Senior Center
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.or
Location Silver City Visitor Center
Contact
04:00pm 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 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
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 Republican Party of Grant County Potluck and Meeting :: Political
6:00 pm potluck; 6:30 pm General Membership meeting. Guest Speaker - Mr. Chris Mathys-Candidate for Congressional District 2
Location Republican Party Headquarters
07:00pm PFLAG Silver City Meeting :: Social Events
The meeting will feature the work of local poet Raven Drake. Raven Drake explores a non-binary path to divinity through myth and poetry. A question and answer opportunity will follow the presentation.. The public is invited, and refreshments will be served.
Contact 575-590-8797 or www.pflagsilver.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
Now Showing at the Silco Theater :: Arts & Music
"Yesterday" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
09:00am - 12:00pm Wednesday Farmers' Market :: Social Events
All kinds of fresh produce available.
Location Ace Hardware
10:00am - 11:15am Ballet for Adults: Body and Spirit :: Health & Wellness
For more information on the class, please visit:http://www.lotuscentersc.org/classes-moving-arts/
Location Lotus Center
10:00am - 04:00pm Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition :: Arts & Music
Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.
Location Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office
Contact http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila
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. Today's Storytime will be about Back to School.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
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
01:30pm State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind Meeting :: Public Meetings
A meeting of the State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind to discuss The agenda will be posted at least three days prior to the meeting at cfb.state.nm.us. Any individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, ...
Location WNMU Miller Library
Contact Kelly Burma at 505-841-8844 or
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
05:30pm - 06:45pm Belly Dancing with Zoe Wolfe :: Health & Wellness
Offered four Wednesdays in August. Attend one, some, or all four classes. No prior experience is necessary; everyone is welcome! $10 Drop-in, $8 w/ a Lotus class card.
Location Lotus Center
Contact www.LotusCenterSC.org/Events
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
15th Annual Gila River Festival Online Registration :: Social Events
Online registration events and workshops for the Gila River Festival begins July 1. To find out details and to register go to www.gilariverfestival.org or call 575-538-8078. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GilaRiverFestival/.
Location Silver City, New Mexico
Now Showing at the Silco Theater :: Arts & Music
"Yesterday" (PG-13) 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
09:00am State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind Meeting :: Public Meetings
A meeting of the State Rehabilitation Council of the Commission for the Blind to discuss The agenda will be posted at least three days prior to the meeting at cfb.state.nm.us. Any individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, ...
Location WNMU Miller Library
Contact Kelly Burma at 505-841-8844 or
10:00am - 06:00pm Historic Wendelin Portraits of Smokey the Bear Travelling Exhibition :: Arts & Music
Artist Rudolph Wendelin created hundreds of Smokey representations that highlighted natural resource conservation and wildfire prevention. Under his direction, Smokey assumed the softer human features, ranger’s hat, jeans and shovel for which he is best known.
Location Gila National Forest Supervisor's Office
Contact http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila
10:30am - 11:30am Little Artist Club :: Kids' Activity
Creative fun for children ages 5 and under! Today we will be making Sailboats. Free, no registration necessary.
Location Silver City Public Library
Contact 575-538-3672 or
12:00pm - 12:55pm Tai Chi: 8 Forms :: Health & Wellness
WNMU Expressive Arts Pavilion (Behind FACT; in front of McCray Gallery). Outdoors, in the shade. Class suitable for all levels. Based on Yang style Tai Chi to improve balance and strength, Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Benches for sitting, but you ...
Location WNMU Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporarly Art
Contact 575-313-6883 or
04:00pm WildWorks :: Kids' Activity
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
07:00pm "Dance Me Outside" :: Arts & Music
The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society summer film series, entitled “Perspectives on Native American Leadership in War and Peace.” Mr. Joe Saenz of the Chihenne Apache tribe will introduce the films, and lead post- showing discussions. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with ...
Location Santa Clara Armory
Contact 575-534-1379 or 575-574-8779
10:00am - 02:00pm Smokey the Bear 75th Birthday Party :: Social Events
Gila National Forest invites you to participate in celebrating the legacy of Smokey Bear’s reaching his 75th Birthday. Come share the food, the fun, and friends! You can help make this party extra special and snap a few selfies with ...
Location Bataan Park
Contact https://www.fs.usda.gov/gila
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 "Free Rein" :: Arts & Music
Local Classic Rock, Country and Alternative originals.
Location Buckhorn Opera House
07:00pm Movie Night at Glenwood Community Library :: Social Events
The film is “The Mustang,” based on a real-life rural Nevada prison rehabilitation program. A convict is transformed as he takes on the challenge to break a wild mustang to be sold at auction. Free popcorn and soft drinks are ...
Location Glenwood Library
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Aladdin" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
Now Showing at the Silco Theater :: Arts & Music
"Toy Story 4" (G) 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm
Location Silco Theater
Contact www.thesilco.com or 575-956-6185
08:00am - 05:00pm Gila Fish and Gun Club Gun Show :: Social Events
Vendors of firearms, jewelry, knives and gifts will be on hand for the show. Food will be provided by Lone Mountain 4-H Club.
Location Hanover Outpost
08:00am - 01:00pm Glenwood Street Market :: Social Events
A variety of food – home-baked items, canned goods, fresh produce, plants, handcrafted jewelry, leather goods, outdoor decorative items and much more.
Location Glenwood, New Mexico
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
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 - 09:45am Sacred Activism: Meditation for World Peace and Healing :: Spiritual
Join Azima Forest for Sacred Activism on the second Saturday of each month. In these sessions, we will go into deep relaxation, join our spiritual energies, and use them for healing and blessing. Drop-ins welcome. Donations appreciated.
Location Lotus Center
Contact 575-956-6647
01:00pm - 03:00pm Herbal Yoga :: Health & Wellness
Cost: $25. Yoga instructor and herbalist Lindsey Orellano teaches healing and supportive benefits of plants that can be used with yoga practice. Attendees will take home an herbal “care package” which students can use to continue their herbal exploration/education.
Location Lotus Center
Contact 575-956-6647
03:00pm - 05:00pm Second Saturday Artists and Appetizers :: Arts & Music
Meet the artists and mingle with friends the second Saturday of every month.
Location Catwalk Gallery and Gift Shop
04:00pm - 06:00pm "Shakespeare in the Park: A Story Told in Sonnets" :: Arts & Music
Free. 11 local actors will present 11 of Shakespeare’s sonnets and Soliloquies. Together they tell a story of friendship, lust and betrayal.
Location Gough Park
Contact www.silvercitytheater.com
05:00pm - 07:00pm Audrey Goodleaf Retrospective Show Reception :: Arts & Music
Grant County Art Guild will honor former Silver City Watercolorist, Audrey Goodleaf, at a retrospective show that begins Saturday, August 10 and runs through September 14.
Location Grant County Art Guild Gallery
06:30pm Doug Snyder :: Arts & Music
Local Indie/Rock singer/guitarist.
Location Buckhorn Opera House
06:30pm - 09:30pm Scott van Linge :: Arts & Music
Blues, folk, country and rock 'n' roll oldies.
Location Mick's Room 33 at Q's
07:00pm Movies at the Light Hall Theater :: Arts & Music
"Aladdin" (PG)
Location Light Hall Theatre
Contact movies.wnmu.edu
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