Micro-Farming Class
2019-01-19 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Commons: Center for FoodSecurity, 501 East 13th Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
Interested in Building a Micro-Farming Network? Join the Southwest New Mexico Food Hub on Saturday, January 19 from 8 a.m. to Noon to learn how your backyard garden or micro-farm can reach larger markets at the Commons, located at 501 West 13th Street in Silver City. Call Ben at 575-597-0032 for more information.

Silver City Permaculture Meeting
2019-01-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Murray Ryan Visitor’s Center, 201 N Hudson St, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Permaculture Silver City group will be holding its monthly meeting on Saturday, January 19th from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. at their new location in the Silver City Visitor’s Center conference room located at 201 North Hudson Street in Silver City. The plant of the month is the onion, please come and share your knowledge and experiences with this plant.

Friends of Rockhound State Park Meeting
2019-01-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Rockhound State Park Visitor Center, 9880 Stirrup Road SE, Deming, NM, United States
The Friends of Rockhound State Park invite you to their next meeting at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 30th at the park’s visitor center. Special guest speaker will be Kevin Rodden, big game biologist from the New Mexico Game and Fish Department to up-date us on the annual Ibex hunts that are going on in the Florida and Little Florida mountains. Friends’ meetings are always open to the public, with free coffee and donuts available. For more information about Friends, please visit us on Facebook/Friends of Rockhound State Park, or call the park at 575-546-6182.

Ranching in Grant County Exhibition & Reception
2019-02-01 04:00 - 18:00 | Silver City Museum, 312 W. Broadway, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Silver City Museum is opening a new exhibition, entitled “Ranching in Grant County.” This exhibit explores the history, art, social organizations, sports, and culture that surround this rural lifestyle. The museum will host an opening reception on Friday, February 1st, from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. The public is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served. Admission is free with donations greatly appreciated.

Surviving Wildfire and Emergency Preparation Event
2019-02-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Tractor Supply, 2701 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The local Gila Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of New Mexico and the Silver City Fire Department are sponsoring a free “Surviving Wildfire” emergency preparation and evacuation event on Saturday, February 2nd from 12 noon to 2:00 P.M. at Tractor Supply, located at 2701 Highway 180 East in Silver City. Learn how to prepare to survive wildfire or any emergency. There will be emergency personnel available to answer your specific questions.

Opportunity Zone Workshop
2019-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Business and Conference Center, 3031 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, United States
The Southwest New Mexico Council of Governments will be hosting an “Opportunity Zone Workshop” on Tuesday, February 5th from 10:00 A.M. to 12 noon at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Conference Center. Learn about the benefits of investing in an opportunity zone designation The Opportunity Zone Workshop is open to realtors, CPA’s, local governments, bankers and investors. To reserve your spot, call 575-388-1509.

"Run Wild, Run Free" Film at the Silco Theater
2019-02-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Silco Theater, 311 N Bullard, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
There will be a screening of the documentary, “Run Wild, Run Free.” at the Silco Theater in Downtown Silver City on Tuesday, February 5th at 7:30pm. Tickets will be sold at the door for $7.50. “Run Wild, Run Free” takes viewers on a journey through the history of Wild and Scenic rivers as told through experts, grassroots organizers, white water enthusiasts, and members of the Nez Perce tribe in Idaho.

WNMU Founders Day Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2019-02-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Western New Mexico University, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
Join Western New Mexico University for their annual Founders Day celebration as they commemorate WNMU’s 126th Birthday on Monday, February 11th! There will be a ribbon cutting on College Avenue in the newly remodeled entrance to the main campus on the corner of College Avenue and “A” Street next to the marquee sign. Birthday cake and coffee will be provided.

Gila Back-Country Horsemen Meeting
2019-02-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Watts Hall, Hwy 180 & Swan Street, Silver City, United States
The Gila Chapter of the Back-Country Horsemen of New Mexico is meeting on Wednesday, February 13th at 6:00 P.M. in Western New Mexico University’s Watts Hall located 500 East 18th Street in Silver City. All are welcome and each meeting features guest speakers on subjects of interest to all those who use the Gila wilderness. The meeting room is on the 2nd floor with parking located towards the rear building off Swan Street.

NM DOT Meeting re: Pinos Altos Road
2019-02-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Business and Conference Center, 3031 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, United States
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with TLC Company (Contractor) will be holding a public involvement meeting on Wednesday, February 13th from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center located at 3031 US Hwy 180 East to discuss the improvement project of NM 15 Pinos Altos Road Reconstruction Project. The meeting will provide information regarding construction, detailing project specifications, and will answer questions regarding the timeline of the project. The public is encouraged to ask questions and provide comments and to address any concerns they may have as it relates to this project in Silver City, NM.

"Think Like a Watershed" Presentation
2019-02-13 18:30 - 19:30 | WNMU Miller Library
Western New Mexico University’s Miller Library and the New Mexico Humanities Council is presenting “Thinking Like A Watershed” by Author Jack Loeffler on Wednesday, February 13th from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. The WNMU Miller Library is located at 1000 College Avenue in Silver City. This is a free event and the public is invited.

Native American Film Series in Deming
2019-02-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Marshall Memorial Library, 110 South Diamond Ave, Deming, NM, 88030, United States
Marshall Memorial Library in Deming will be hosting the Fort Bayard Historical Society’s presentation of a Native American Film Series every Friday in February at 3:30 P.M. The library is located at 110 South Diamond Avenue in Deming. Admission is free.

Gila Native Plant Society
2019-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | WNMU Harlan Hall, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Gila Native Plant Society meets on the third Friday of the month at 7.00 p.m. in Harlan Hall, second floor, Room 219, corner of Alabama and 12th Streets, on the Western New Mexico University campus in Silver City. The February presentation consists of “Seed Gathering and Propagation of Native Plants”, presentation by Tricia Hurley. The meeting is free and open to the public. Refreshments following the program. For further information check our website at www.gilanps.org/events/programs/.

Skills for Dementia Caregiving Workshop
2019-03-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Silver City Church of Christ, 1920 Little Walnut Road, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
“Skills for Dementia Caregiving” is a FREE seven-session program designed for family and friends caring for a loved one with dementia, and presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter. In addition, the “Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease” presentation will be included. The class is open to those in Silver City and surrounding communities. The courses will be instructed by Gigi Ranger-Ellis, CPG, on Saturdays for seven weeks from March 2nd through April 13th from 9:00-11:00am. Sessions will be held at the Church of Christ, 1920 Little Walnut Road in Silver City NM 88061. Class size is limited and they do fill up quickly. Call now to register. Participants of “Skills for Dementia Caregiving” may be reimbursed for the cost of having others tend to their loved one while they attend the classes. To register or for more information contact: Gigi Ellis 575-388-1319 or 1-800-272-3900. Email: tdelaluz@alz.org.

The 54th Annual "Rockhound Roundup"
2019-03-07 - 2019-03-10 | Southwest New Mexico Fairgrounds, 4300 Raymond Reed Blvd, Deming, NM, United States
The Deming Gem & Mineral Society is presenting their 54th annual gem and mineral show “The Rockhound Roundup”, starting this Thursday through Sunday, from 9:00 A.M until 5:00 P.M. at the Southwest New Mexico Fairgrounds in Deming. There will be so guided field trips, auctions, food, and vendors. Saturday from 9:00 A.M. till noon there will be a metal detecting contest, with great prizes. Free Admission and Parking.

Gila Native Plant Society Meeting
2019-03-15 19:00 - 21:00 | WNMU Harlan Hall, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Gila Native Plant Society meets on the third Friday of the month at 7.00 p.m. in Harlan Hall, second floor, Room 219, corner of Alabama and 12th Streets, on the Western New Mexico University campus in Silver City. Free and open to the public. Refreshments following the program. The March presentation will consist of: “Moths of the Gila National Forest and Vicinity”, presentation by Ron Parry. For further information check our website at www.gilanps.org/events/programs/.

Guide Dog Training and Skills Presentation
2019-03-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Silver City Public LIbrary, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City, NM, United States
There will be an educational presentation about the training and skills of guide dogs on Saturday, March 16th at 1:00 P.M. at the Silver City Library located at 515 College Avenue in Silver City. Trained guide dog “Rosie” will be present. This presentation is free and no registration necessary. For more information, call 575-538-3672.

Master Garden Informational Meeting
2019-03-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Grant County Cooperative Extension Office
The Grant County Cooperative Extension Office is offering a “Master Garden Informational Meeting” on Wednesday March 27th from 3:00 to 4:00 P.M at their office located at 2610 North Silver Street in Silver City. Come and learn about the requirements and expectations of being a Master Gardener. Please call by March 25th to make a reservation at 575-388-1559.

Lori Norris Scholarship Benefit Dinner
2019-03-30 18:00 - 22:00 | Grant County Fairgrounds, Arena Road, Cliff, NM, 88028, United States
The Cliff FFA Alumni is hosting their annual “Lori Norris Scholarship Benefit Dinner and Dance” on Saturday, March 30th at the Grant County Fairgrounds Exhibit building in Cliff. Dinner starts at 6:00 P.M. followed by dance at 8:00 P.M. to the tunes of the Bucky Allred Band. In addition, there will be a silent auction. Tickets available at the door or from any FFA Alumni Member.

Future of New Mexico Agriculture Presentation
2019-04-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Business and Conference Center, 3031 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, United States
Participate in engaging face-to-face conversation with state agricultural leaders on Tuesday, April 2nd from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Grant County Business and Conference Center. Join Rolando A. Flores, Dean of Agriculture at NMSU, and Jeff Witte, New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture to discuss the future of agriculture in New Mexico. This event is open to the public.

World Migratory Bird Day Celebration
2019-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Glenwood Community Center, Mengas Lane, Glenwood, NM, 88039, United States
The Gila National Forest Glenwood Ranger District invites the public to celebrate the 25th anniversary of World Migratory Bird Day on Thursday, May 9 at 7:00 P.M. by attending a free riparian bird identification class at the Glenwood Community Center located at 14 Menges Lane in Glenwood. There will be a Bird Walk on Saturday, May 11th at 7:30 A.M. at the Catwalk National Recreational Area. For more information call 575-539-4151.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease Presentation
2019-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Ena Mitchell Senior Center, 532 DeMoss Street, Lordsburg, NM, United States
Know The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease” is a FREE presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter and will be held Tuesday, April 9 from 2:00 to 3:00pm. at the Ena Mitchell Senior Center, located at 532 DeMoss Street in Lordsburg. The class is open to all citizens of Lordsburg and surrounding communities. To register or for more information call 1-800-272-3900.

Love Your Library Day
2019-04-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Silver City Public LIbrary, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City, NM, United States
Literacy Link-Leamos and the Silver City Public Library are hosting “Love Your Library Day” on Saturday April 13th from 10:00 A.M.- 1:00 P.M at the library located at 515 W. College Avenue in Silver City. Each year Literacy Link-Leamos organizes a Love Your Library Day extravaganza to celebrate the Silver City Public Library, where their office is located. Come enjoy live music, cookies and snacks, free books, stories and activities for kids, and door prizes! Replacement library cards will be issued for free on this day. Contact Literacy Link Leamos at 575-388-0892 for more information.

Gila Native Plant Society Meeting
2019-04-19 19:00 - 21:00 | WNMU Harlan Hall, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Gila Native Plant Society meets on the third Friday of the month at 7.00 p.m. in Harlan Hall, second floor, Room 219, corner of Alabama and 12th Streets, on the Western New Mexico University campus in Silver City. Free and open to the public. Refreshments following the program. For further information check out the website at www.gilanps.org/events/programs/. The April presentation will consist of: “I Bought Native Plants. Now What?”, presentation by Hanna Blood.

Sustainable Ranching Panel Discussion
2019-04-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Silver City Museum, 312 West Broadway, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
There will be a “Sustainable Ranching Panel Discussion” on Thursday, April 25th from 12 noon to 1:00 P.M. at the Silver City Museum Annex located at 312 West Broadway in Silver City. Learn about ranching and the environment with practitioners right here in Grant County. Local ranchers and conservationists will discuss ranching and stewardship practices that sustain the land and the ranching livelihood that depends on it.

CASA/KISS Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Event
2019-04-27 11:00 - 15:00 | KISS Building, 1120 West Street, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
The Grant County Court Appointed Special Advocates Program for Children (CASA), in collaboration with the Kids in Need of Supportive Services Program (KISS), is hosting a “Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Event” on April 27th, 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the KISS building located at 1120 West Street in Silver City. Come and enjoy food, music, games and plenty of prizes and bike raffles. The event is free and open to the public.

WNMU Career Fair and Academic Symposium
2019-04-30 09:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Miller Library
The 14th Annual Western New Mexico University Academic Symposium and Career Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, April 30th from 9:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M. in the WNMU Miller Library, Student Memorial Building mall area and adjacent meeting rooms. Students will present their scholarly work and visitors will be able to meet more than 30 local and regional employers. For more information, visit wnmu.edu/symposium.

HMS "Parenting Love & Logic" Free Series
2019-05-02 17:30 - 18:30 | HMS Silver City Community Health Care Center, 1007 North Pope Street, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
Hidalgo Medical Services is hosting a FREE six session parenting program titled, “Parenting the Love & Logic Way”, every Thursday beginning May 2nd , running through June 6th , from 5:30 to 6:30 P.M. at the HMS Silver City Community Health Care Center in Conference Room 2, located at 1007 North Pope Street in Silver City. The program is designed to give parents practical skills that can be used immediately. Contact Donna Sandoval, Care Team Coordinator, at 575-597-2424. Child care is not provided.

“America’s Wild Horses” a Presentation
2019-05-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 3845 N Swan St, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
There will be a presentation titled “America’s Wild Horses” scheduled for Friday May 3rd at 6:00 P.M. and Saturday May 4th at 11:00 A.M. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Meeting House located at 3845 North Swan Street in Silver City. This presentation is sponsored by the Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance, a non-profit organization. For more information, call Laurie Ford at 575-539-2503.

Cobre School District "Child Find" Event
2019-05-06 - 2019-05-07 | Bayard Training Center
The Cobre Consolidated School District is conducting “Child Find Screenings” available for parents with concerns about development of their children ages 3 to 5. The screenings will be available on Monday, May 6th and Tuesday May 7th from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. at the Bayard Training Center. For more information, call the Cobre Department of Special Education at 575-537-4017.
