Silver City Radio

WNMU/Freeport "Communities First Drive-Thru Training Expo"
2020-09-30 15:00 - 17:00 UTC
Western New Mexico University and Freeport are hosting a Communities First Drive-thru Training Expo, Wednesday, September 30th from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. on the WNMU Silver City campus. This event is open to Freeport employees and contractors interested in expanding training, skill development or exploring new opportunities. For more information, visit wnmu.edu. Masks and social distancing are required.

Children's Coat Give-a-Way at NAPA Auto Parts
2020-10-03 10:00 - 11:30 | NAPA Auto Parts, Silver City, NM, United States
This Saturday October 3rd, starting at 10AM, The NAPA Auto Parts in Silver City will be giving away children sized coats. In addition, the local law-enforcement youth drug prevention team will be there. Come by and enjoy doughnuts, Abbey Roast coffee for the adults and juice boxes for the kids.

Blessing of the Animals Event
2020-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 615 N Texas St, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
Join in a walk-by Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 4th. New rector, Pastor Bonnie Edwards will bless your pet, a picture of your pet or a favorite stuffed animal. Come by anytime between 1:00 and 2:00 in front of the Church Office at 207 W. 7th Street. Please park in the church parking lot using the 6th street entrance. Don’t forget to wear a mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines.

Dark Sky Photography Class Registration
2020-10-05 16:00
The Glenwood Ranger District Gila National Forest is hosting a free Dark Sky Photography Class on Saturday, October 17th, from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. Class size is limited to 6 people, ages 12 and up. Please contact Gila Public Affairs Officer via email at MartaCall@usda.gov before October 5th at 4:00 P.M. For more information, visit Gila National Forest page on Facebook.

High Desert Humane Society Shot Clinic
2020-10-10 09:00 - 12:00 | High Desert Humane Society, 3050 Cougar Way, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The High Desert Humane Society is holding their monthly reduce rate rabies drive-thru only vaccination clinic on Saturday, October 10th from 9:00 A.M. to 12 noon at the humane society building located at 3050 Cougar Way in Silver City. This is a drive-thru clinic and face masks are recommended. For more information, call 575-538-9261.

Pop Up Drive-In Movie at WNMU
2020-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | WNMU Fine Arts Center Theater, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
WNMU Cultural Affairs and the historic Silco Theater are partnering to offer drive-in movies for the local community. Kicking off the series is “American Graffiti” this Friday, October 16th, and Saturday, October 17th in the Fine Arts Center Theatre south parking lot. Limit 50 cars with the movie beginning at 8:00 P.M. Attendees must wear masks while outside of their vehicles to visit the concession stand or the restrooms. Tickets sold in advance online at the silcotheater.com.

Pop Up Drive-In at WNMU
2020-10-17 19:00 - 22:00 | WNMU Fine Arts Center Theater, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States

Virtual Bilingual Reading of "BowWow PowWow"
2020-10-18 19:00 - 20:00
The Silver City Museum and Silver City Public Library have partnered to present a virtual bilingual reading of children’s book titled “Bowwow Powwow” by Brenda J. Child on Sunday, October 18th at 7:00 P.M. To register and attend go to silvercitymuseum.org.

Virtual Grant Soil & Water Conservation District Board Meeting
2020-10-19 16:00 - 17:00
The regular monthly board meeting of the Grant Soil and Water Conservation District will be held Monday, October 19, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held via conference call. To access the meeting dial 978-990-5135 and enter access code [REDACTED]. To request a copy of the agenda or for more information, please call 575-388-1569 or email grantswcd@zianet.com.

U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Community Prosperity Virtual Summit via Zoom
2020-10-20 08:30 - 12:30
Save the date, Tuesday, October 20th 8:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Community Prosperity Virtual Summit via Zoom meeting. The event was created to foster opportunity, asset building, and more to assist socially disadvantaged or veteran farmers and ranchers, non-profit organizations, faith leaders, veterans, and other strategic partners. For more information, email Ernie.Wilson@usda.gov.

Silver City Scheduled Water Outage: Ridge Road Area
2020-10-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Ridge Road, NM, 88061, United States
The Town of Silver City is announcing a scheduled water outage to connect a new water main this Tuesday, October 20th from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. The areas affected are in the area of Ridge Road and include the Quail Ridge Subdivision and Silver Acres. Any questions, please call the Town of Silver City Utilities Department at 575-534-6365.

NMDOH Free Flu Shot Clinic
2020-10-27 15:00 - 18:00 | NM Department of Health Buildiing, 2610 N. Silver Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The New Mexico Department of Health is hosting flu shot clinics in Silver City at their public health office located at 2610 North Silver Street. The clinics are scheduled for October 27th, October 30th, and November 3rd. The flu shots are available at no charge for children and uninsured adults while supplies last. Call 575-538-5318 for hours and more information.

CANCELLED: Luna County Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness
2020-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Luna County Courthouse Park, Deming, United States
Luna County Healing House domestic violence Candlelight Vigil to be on Wednesday, October 28th at 7:00 P.M has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. The event was to be held at the Luna County Courthouse Park at 700 South Silver Avenue in Deming.

NMDOH Free Flu Shot Clinic
2020-10-30 09:00 - 12:00 | NM Department of Health Buildiing, 2610 N. Silver Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The New Mexico Department of Health is hosting flu shot clinics in Silver City at their public health office located at 2610 North Silver Street. The clinics are scheduled October 30th, and November 3rd. The flu shots are available at no charge for children and uninsured adults while supplies last. Call 575-538-5318 for hours and more information.

Gila National Forest Christmas
2020-11-03 07:00 - 19:00
Grant County has several Voter Convenience Centers for General Election Day, November 3rd from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Polling locations include The Silver City Woman’s Club, Grant County Administrative Building, Bayard Community Center, Grant County Fairgrounds Exhibition Building, and San Lorenzo Elementary School. For more information, contact the Clerk at 575-574-0042.

NMDOH Free Flu Shot Clinic
2020-11-03 08:00 - 17:00 | NM Department of Health Buildiing, 2610 N. Silver Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The New Mexico Department of Health is hosting flu shot clinics in Silver City at their public health office located at 2610 North Silver Street. The clinic is scheduled for November 3rd. The flu shots are available at no charge for children and uninsured adults while supplies last. Call 575-538-5318 for hours and more information.

2020 General Election Day
2020-11-03 08:00 - 17:00

Silver City Watershed Keepers Clean Up Event
2020-11-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Jose Barrios Elementary
Silver City Watershed Keepers have organized a trash cleanup in the upper watershed on November 7th from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Volunteers will meet at the Jose Barrios Elementary School parking lot and caravan to the site on Bear Mountain Road. Trash bags, gloves, and trash pickers will be provided. Face masks are required. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Leigh Jenkins, Silver City Watershed Keepers coordinator at silvercitywatershedkeepers@gmail.com.

High Desert Humane Society Drive-thru Shot Clinic
2020-11-14 09:00 - 12:00 | High Desert Humane Society, 3050 Cougar Way, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The High Desert Humane Society is holding their monthly reduce rate rabies drive-thru only vaccination clinic on Saturday, November 14th from 9:00 A.M. to 12 noon at the humane society building located at 3050 Cougar Way in Silver City. This is a drive-thru clinic and face masks are recommended. For more information, call 575-538-9261.

Gila National Forest Christmas Tree Permits
2020-11-16 08:00 - 17:00
Gila National Forest Christmas Tree Permits will be available to the public starting November 16th through recreation.gov. In addition, 4th grade children are eligible for a free Christmas Tree permit through the “Every Kid Outdoors” initiative as supplies allow. Go to everykidoutdoors.gov.

Cancelled-Annual Silver City Lighted Christmas Parade
2020-11-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Silver City
The 30th annual Lighted Christmas Parade in downtown Silver City has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and safety concerns associated with the event.

Grant County Prospectors Legislative Communication
2020-12-03
The Grant County Prospectors are presenting a Legislative Communication Forum this Thursday, December 3rd as a virtual event. Local Legislators and presenters will use a Zoom link for their presentations. The public is invited to view the forum by going online to Grant County Prospectors dot org. The forum begins at 8:00 A.M.

WNMU Academic Student Research Symposium and Career Fair
2020-12-03 09:00 - 13:00
WNMU is holding a free virtual Academic Student Research Symposium and Career Fair this Thursday, December 3rd from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Students are encouraged to present research projects and will also have a chance to learn about employment opportunities, career guidance and more. Go to wnmu.edu/symposium.

Grant County Community Concert Assoc. Free Virtual Concert
2020-12-04 - 2020-12-06
The Grant County Community Concert Association is presenting a “Virtual Music Concert” titled “At Your Home for the Holidays” December 4, 5th, and 6th, all day long. The concert will feature 10 – 12 different artists and you may watch as many times as you like. Go to www.gcconcerts.org

Virtual Tour of the Gila
2020-12-04 - 2020-12-06
The Virtual Tour of the Gila bike race will be happening this upcoming weekend and the public can watch the live broadcast on their computer, smartphone, or tablet. The race features 3 stages that include the Silver City Criterium, the Mogollon Road Race, and the Gila Monster Road Race. Go to tourofthegila.com/virtual-tour-of-the-gila for a complete schedule and links to event.

Free Online Film "Neither Wolf Nor Dog"
2020-12-06 - 2020-12-12
The Silver City Public Library, in collaboration with the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society, is hosting a free online showing of “Neither Wolf Nor Dog”, a Steven Lewis Simpson film adapted from the best-selling Native American novel by Kent Nerburn. The link will be available on silver city public library dot org from December 6th through 12th.

Veterans Coalition Meeting Via Zoom
2020-12-07 18:00 - 19:30
The Sierra County Veterans Support Group is seeking to develop a Coalition to address issues in Grant County and Sierra County regarding Veterans. The meeting will be hosted as a hybrid model. The physical location will be at the Church of the Butte on the 7th of December at 6pm. Strict adherence to the Governor’s Orders and Mask Requirements will be followed. For those who cannot attend, a Zoom option is available. For access to the Zoom Meeting please contact the Western New Mexico University Veterans Affairs Manager at Jason.quimby@wnmu.edu with your name and email address.

High Desert Humane Society Reduce Rate Shot Clinic
2020-12-12 09:00 - 12:00
The High Desert Humane Society is holding their monthly reduce rate rabies drive-thru only vaccination clinic on Saturday, December 12th from 9:00 A.M. to 12 noon at the humane society building located at 3050 Cougar Way in Silver City. This is a drive-thru clinic and face masks are recommended. For more information, call 575-538-9261.

Bilingual Storytime "Twas the Night Before Christmas"
2020-12-20 07:00 - 19:30
The Silver City Museum is hosting a virtual Zoom “Twas the Night Before Christmas” Bilingual Storytime this Sunday, December 20th at 7:00 P.M. Silver City Mayor, Ken Ladner, and Grant County Assessor, Raul Turrieta, are the featured readers. To register and obtain the link for this free holiday event, go to silvercitymuseum.org.

Bilingual Storytime "The Roadrunner's Dance"
2021-01-03 19:00 - 19:30
The Silver City Museum is hosting a virtual Zoom reading of “The Roadrunner’s Dance” by author, Rudolfo Anaya. This free Bilingual Storytime is scheduled for Sunday, January 3rd, at 7:00 P.M. Patrick Hoskins and Grant County Commissioner Javier Salas, are the featured readers. To register and obtain the link for this free event, go to silvercitymuseum.org.
