Silver City Radio Community Calendar

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If you are interested in submitting a PSA for consideration for airing and posting on SilverCityRadio.com please send it to us for consideration at least two weeks prior to your event. Call 575-538-3396 Fax: 575-388-1759 or Email: events@silvercityradio.com

 

 

Events happening the week of June 2nd to June 8th

General Events  

  • The Center for Health Innovation–Public Health Institute, in collaboration with PFLAG Silver City, is offering a free training session on June 3rd titled “Save a Life: RX Safety and Overdose Reversal.” The session will take place at 6 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, located at 3845 North Swan Street. Participants will receive practical instruction on safe medication practices and overdose reversal techniques, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to help save a life. 

 

  • The Silver City Public Library will be hosting an Open Technology Lab on June 4th  to answer any type of technology questions computer users may have. This event will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

 

  • Western New Mexico University will have its signature cultural event “Fiesta Latina” June 5th through June 8th, which will have artisans, performances, music and so much more. Events start June 5th at 4 p.m. For more information on the schedule of events, visit Fiesta Latina dot org.

 

  • The Wild Wild West Rodeo will be taking place June 6th and June 7th at 7 p.m. at 1 Caballero Road in Silver City. There will be Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Steer Wrestling, Mutton Bustin’ and much more. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. 

 

  • HMS will be having their “Jump into Summer” event on June 7th with food, waterslides, music, giveaways and more. This event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gough Park and is free and open to the public. 

 

Youth Events

  • Lordsburg Municipal Schools will provide free summer meals to all school-aged children from June 2 through July 18. Meals will be served Monday through Friday at RVT Elementary, North Park, and Short Park. Breakfast will be available from 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., followed by lunch from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

 

  • Future Forge Makerspace will be having a Summer Science Camp June 2nd through July 14th that will explore engineering concepts, natural science and more. The camp will have weekly programs and is free for students entering grades 3rd to 12th. For more information and to register, visit Future Forge Makerspace’s website. 

 

  • The Silver City Public Library will have Messy Art Day on June 3rd for children interested in making art. This event will take place from 2 to 3 p.m.

 

  • Come build and decorate bird houses on June 5th at the Silver City Public Library. This event will take place from 2 to 3 p.m. and is open to children of all ages. 

 

  • In observance of New Mexico’s “Free Fishing Day” on June 7th Grant County will be having their Annual Aldo Leopold Fishing Derby with free fishing, games, prizes and more. This event will take place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is for children 18 and under. 

 

  • Learn how to make Agua Frescas on June 7th at the Hurley Community Library from 11 to 1 p.m. This event is free and open to children of all ages.

 

This has been your community calendar brought to you by the the Silver Bowling Center—come enjoy affordable family fun for all, open 11 to 8, 7 days a week. Call in your order at 575-538-3612. If you are interested in submitting a PSA for consideration for airing and posting on SilverCityRadio.com please send it to us for consideration at least two weeks prior to your event. Phone: 575-538-3396 Fax: 575-388-1759 Email: events@silvercityradio.com

 

Ongoing Events and Services In The Silver City Area

General Events

  • Amber care Hospice and the Silver City Women’s Club have established a “Bereavement Support Group” to help individuals deal with the different stages of grief that come with the passing of a family member or close friend. The group meets the second Monday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Silver City Women’s Club and is free and open to the public.

 

  • Caregivers Support Group meets every Thursday and provides a safe, non-judgemental and loving space to connect with other family caregivers in similar situations. The group meets from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Lotus Center, located at 211 West Broadway in Silver City. 

 

  • La Mesa de Espanol (Spanish Conversation Practice) meets every Tuesday and Thursday at the WNMU Library, Bach meeting room from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to practice speaking Spanish. This is an informal group of people who meet to practice speaking Spanish. It is not a class. Beginners are welcome, but all of the participants can already speak some Spanish. They strive to solely speak Spanish, but sometimes will slip into English for clarification.

 

  • Literacy Link-Leamos is back in operation and located in the Silver City Public Library. They are currently recruiting volunteer tutors to help with Basic Adult Literacy, Basic Math, HiSET/GED Exam Prep, English (ESL), and Citizenship Exam Prep. For more information, call 575-388-0892.

 

  • Silver Regional Sexual Assault Support Services  are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. They offer free and confidential services like legal accompaniment, counseling, crisis intervention, public education and outreach and so much more. For more information call 575-313-6203.

 

  • The Commons “Choose Your Own Pantry” is now open to all community members in Grant County, offering a selection of food items tailored to individual needs. Operating hours are every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Thursday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit them at 501 East 13th Street in Silver City. For questions or to sign up, please call 575-388-2988.

 

 

Ongoing Youth Events & Services

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters program seeks to create mentoring relationships  and support youth throughout Grant County. Their unique one-to-one mentoring helps children achieve success in school, avoid risky behaviors and improves their self-confidence. For more information on how to get involved, call 575-449-2728.

 

  • Cobre Consolidated Schools will offer their Summer Meal Program to all school-aged children from June 2 through June 26. Meals will be provided Monday through Thursday at the following locations and times: Bayard Community Park from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Viola Stone Park in Santa Clara from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Hurley City Park from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and San Lorenzo Elementary from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

 

  • Gila Regional Medical Center’s Beginning Years Program will be sponsoring free Family Matinees starting now through the month of July. Movies will be Wednesdays at 2:45 p.m. and Fridays at 1:00 p.m. at the Silco Theater in Downtown Silver City. Free and open to the public.

 

  • Santa Clara Splash Pad will be open for children this summer. The splash pad will be open starting May 24th and throughout the summer. The hours are 9:00a.m. to 6:00 p.m. everyday of the week. They are located at 317 Fort Bayard Street. Free and open to the public. For more information call 575-537-2443.

 

  • Southwest Adolescent Group (SWAG) seeks to enrich the lives of adolescents in the Grant County area. SWAG creates and implements safe, community-based programs. These programs are available for teens between the ages of 13-17 years old. For more information, stop by 875 Silver Heights Blvd. 

 

  • The Bayard Public Library is excited to announce the launch of its Teen Drama Club, offering an engaging opportunity for young individuals to explore acting, performances, and much more. Starting April 4th, the club will meet on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This program is open to participants ages 10 and up, providing a creative and supportive environment for teens to develop their theatrical skills.

 

  • The Girl Scouts are looking for Girls K – 12 to form new troops. To learn about Girl Scouting opportunities, call 575-538-2481. In Girl Scouts, girls learn about the outdoors, life skills, entrepreneurship, and STEM. Make a difference today.

 

  • The Silver City Public Library’s Summer Reading Program has begun and registration is now open.  Children, teens, and adults can register to get a log, or game board and track their participation at their own pace. Earn prizes and enter the end-of-summer prize drawings by reading and coming to events. For more information, visit the Silver City Public Library. 

 

Veterans Events

  • Silver City Veteran Clinic provides primary care and specialty health services to veterans in need. Some of the services provided are dermatology, social work, behavioral health, COVID vaccines and more. For more information, call 575-538-2921.

 

  • The Silver City Veteran Service Center Office assists Veterans and their dependents with preparing claims for benefits that they may be entitled to. The office is located at 409 West College and open to all veterans. For more information call 575-538-2377.

 

  • The Rural Veterans Transportation Program provides medical transportation to veterans in Grant County. The program provides free round-trip rides to veterans to and from their home and any U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or VA-approved medical appointment. Veterans interested in using this service must make reservations for these free round trip rides at least 3 days in advance of a medical appointment. For more information on scheduling a reservation, visit the Rural Veteran Transportation Program’s website. 

 

If you are interested in submitting a PSA for consideration for airing and posting on SilverCityRadio.com please send it to us for consideration at least two weeks prior to your event. Phone: 575-538-3396 Fax: 575-388-1759 Email: events@silvercityradio.com