Silver City Radio

Clay Arts Trail Fall Showcase
2018-09-24 16:30 - 18:00 UTC | Murray Ryan Visitor’s Center, 201 N Hudson St, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Silver City Arts & Cultural District is pleased to announce that the Clay Arts Trail Fall Showcase, entitled Old & New Favorites, will run September 24 through October 8th. The Opening reception will be held on Wednesday, September 26th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm at the Murray Ryan Visitor Center, 201 N. Hudson St., Silver City. Several Clay Trail artists will be at the reception.

Pick it Up & Toss No Mass
2018-09-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Business and Conference Center, 3031 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, United States
The “Pick It Up &Toss No Mas” initiative kickoff has been moved from the WNMU Sunset Room, to the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center located at 3031 Highway 180 in Silver City.
The event will be held on, Thursday, September 20th, from 11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. . The initiative will address litter control, leakage from loads transported to the landfill, presentations to community groups, and much more.

14th Annual Gila River Festival
2018-09-20 - 2018-09-23
Don’t miss the 14th annual Gila River Festival: “Celebrating 50 years of Wild & Scenic Rivers in America” September 20th through the 23rd in Silver City and the Gila National Forest. Featuring presentations by local authors Phil Connors and Dutch Salmon, a local foods brunch, San Carlos Apache Honor & Social Songs, and much more. Enjoy the festival downtown in Big Ditch Park on Saturday afternoon at the Gila River Extravaganza, packed with kid and family centered fun, including Mescalero Apache War Dance, West African drumming, the Monsoon Puppet Parade and a community art project. Saturday night join us for the Gala for the Gila, featuring the Illusion Band and a cash bar provided by La Esperanza Winery! Schedule and registration at gila-river-festival DOT org or call 575-538-8078.

Cliff-Gila Grant County Fair
2018-09-19 - 2018-09-23 | Grant County Fairgrounds, Arena Road, Cliff, NM, 88028, United States
The Grant County Fair is one of the many county fairs around the country that support and showcase our agriculture and the education of our youth. The fair highlights the exhibition and competition of the best domestic products of our area. Ribbons, plaques and trophies are awarded in a wide variety of categories such as livestock, jams and jellies, handicrafts and baked goods. The Rodeo and musical entertainment along with other attractions are also part of the week-long celebration. There is something for everyone. Visit grantcountyfairnm.com for schedules and more information.

Cowboys for Cancer Research Team Roping
2018-09-15 - 2018-09-16 | Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds
Cowboys for Cancer Research, Inc., invites everyone to the 36th Annual Team Roping event on Saturday and Sunday, September 15th and 16th at the Covered Arena in Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds in Las Cruces, New Mexico. For more information, visit the Cowboys for Cancer Research page on Facebook.

3rd Annual Silver City Pride Fest
2018-09-15 | Gough Park
The 3rd Annual Silver City Pride Fest will be taking place in Saturday, September, 15th at Gough Park in Silver City. This year will feature an improved “Kid Zone”, youth art fair, music, vendors, and the world famous “Doggie Drag Show.”

Greenlee County Fair in Duncan Arizona
2018-09-13 - 2018-09-16 | Greenlee County Fairgrounds, AZ, United States
The “Brighter than the Stars” Greenlee County Fair, is happening this Thursday through Sunday, September 13th to 16th! Head out to the Greenlee County Fair in Duncan, Arizona. There are lots of events to keep whole family entertained from animal showmanship, games, contests, rodeos, dances, vendors and a carnival zone. For a list of all events visit their website, greenleecountyfairgrounds.com.

Red Hot Children's Fiesta
2018-09-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Penny Park, North Grant Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
This year’s theme is “Healthy Foundations-It Starts at Home”! The family fiesta will be held on Saturday, September 8th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., at Penny Park in Silver City. This event provides interactive activities and promotes information for services, resources and programs that support families and youth in Grant County. For more information, call 575-388-1198.

Humane Society Shot Clinic
2018-09-08 09:00 - 12:00 | High Desert Humane Society, 3050 Cougar Way, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The High Desert Humane Society, located at 3050 Cougar Way in Silver City, will be holding its monthly reduced rate rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, September 8th from 9:00 A.M to 12 noon. No appointment is necessary. Call 575-538-9261 for more information.

18th Annual Taste of Downtown and Love Local
2018-09-01 11:00 - 14:30
Delight you taste buds and have fun at the 18th Annual Taste of Downtown on Saturday, September 1st from 11:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. in Downtown Silver City where 17 restaurants, coffee houses and eateries are offering sweet and savory tastes. Also enjoy the “Love Local Celebration” featuring 26 downtown businesses offering sales, discounts and free drawings. For more information, go to silver city mainstreet dot com.

35th Annual Rolling Stones Gem & Mineral Show
2018-09-01 - 2018-09-03
The Grant County Rolling Stones Gem & Mineral Society is holding their 35th Annual Gem & Mineral Show during Labor Day weekend, September 1st through 3rd at the Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Conference Center located at 3031 Highway 180 East in Silver City. There is free admission, a large assortment of vendors in addition to daily field trips and educational speakers. Visit rollingstonesgms.blogspot.com for schedules and additional information.

Full Moon Hike at Gila Cliff Dwellings
2018-08-25 20:00 - 21:30
There will be Full Moon hike at the Gila Cliff Dwellings on Saturday, August 25th. These special programs are limited to 30 participants and reservations are required. Please call: (575)536-9461. The ranger will provide program details when you reserve your space.

Hidalgo County Fair and Rodeo
2018-08-23 - 2018-08-26 | Hidalgo County Fairgrounds
There’s family fun at the Hildalgo County Fair and Rodeo, Friday through Sunday at the Hidalgo County Fairgrounds in Lordsburg. The Fair offers animal showings and sales and a parade on Friday evening at 5:30 P.M., including a carnival through Saturday starting at 5:00 P.M. each night. Enjoy family time at the many rodeo events through Sunday morning. For more information, visit Hidalgo County Fair Rodeos on Facebook.

39th Annual Great American Duck Race
2018-08-23 - 2018-08-26 | Deming Courthouse Park
The 39th Annual Great American Duck Race to be held in Deming, August 23rd through 26th at McKinley Duck Downs, Courthouse Park, in Deming. The parade is scheduled for Saturday, August 25th. For more information, call the Deming Luna County Chamber of Commerce at 575-546-2674.

LGBTQ Polka Dot Dance Party
2018-08-18 20:00 - 23:00 | Old Elks Lodge Building, 303 N Texas Street, Silver City, United States
A fundraiser benefiting the Annual Grant County LGBTQ Pride Festival will be held at the Old Elks Club located at 315 Texas Street in Silver City, from 8:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. The event is featuring DJ Nick Prince in addition to a 50/50 raffle, most creative costume contest and drag queen performances. A canned food donation for the local food bank is encouraged.

Fort Bayard 152nd Anniversary Celebration
2018-08-18 | Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark
The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society will host several special events on Saturday, August 18, in commemoration of the 152nd anniversary of the founding of the Fort. All events will take place on the grounds of the historic military post and hospital, at Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark. The facility is located north of US Highway 180, 1.3 miles north of the Village of Santa Clara, and six miles east of Silver City.

WNMU Welcome Back Bash at the Hub
2018-08-17 17:30 - 20:00 | The Hub, Silver City, NM, United States
Western New Mexico University students will celebrate their return to school with the annual Welcome Back Bash in The Hub Plaza at the corner of 6th and Bullard streets in downtown Silver City on Friday, beginning at 5:30 p.m., with music, dancing, games and face painting until wrapping up at 8 p.m.

Silver FFA Chile Sale
2018-08-17 - 2018-08-19
Silver City FFA will be selling fresh Hatch Green Chile along Highway 180 East in Silver City in the dirt lot across from Walmart from 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., Friday, August 17th through Sunday the 19th. There will be Big Jim Medium and Sandia Hot varieties available.

Fort Bayard Summer Film Series
2018-08-16 19:00 - 21:00
The Fort Bayard Summer Film Series is featuring “The Spirit of the Human Being: Indigenous Peoples’ Survival through Humor and Tragedy”.The films begin each Thursday over the summer begin at 7:00 P.M. at the Santa Clara/Fort Bayard Armory Visitors Center located at 11990 Highway 180 in Santa Clara. Admission is free. The series of films include: August 16 – “Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee”.

Gila Writers Expressive Writing Group
2018-08-14 13:30 - 15:30 | Murray Ryan Visitor’s Center, 201 N Hudson St, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
Join the “Gila Writers Expressive Writing Group” on Tuesday, August 14th from 1:30 to 3:30 P.M. at the Murray Ryan Visitor’s Center located at 201 N. Hudson Street in Silver City. Writers of all levels are welcome and there is no charge to participate. For more information, call Trish at 575-534-0207.

High Desert Humane Society Shot Clinic
2018-08-11 09:00 - 12:00 | High Desert Humane Society, 3050 Cougar Way, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The High Desert Humane Society will be holding its monthly reduce rate rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, from 9:00 A.M. to 12 noon at the High Desert Humane Society located at 3050 S. Cougar Way. No is appointment is necessary. For further information call, 575-538-9261.

39th Annual Silver City Gun Show
2018-08-11 - 2018-08-12 | Hanover Outpost, 5240 NM Hwy 15, Hanover, NM, United States
The 39th Annual Silver City Gun Show, sponsored by the Gila Fish and Gun Club, is THIS WEEKEND, at the historic Hanover Outpost, Hanover, approximately 5 miles east of Silver City off New Mexico Highway 152. Come by Saturday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., and Sunday 9:00 A.M. to to 3:00 P.M., with hourly door prizes on Sunday. Admission is only 5 dollars for adults and free for children under 12 accompanied by an adult. Buy, Sell and Trade Guns, Knives, Ammo, Turquoise Jewelry, Reloading Equipment, Western and Military Memorabilia, coins, and more, with food provided by Lone Mountain 4-H Club.

Fort Bayard Summer Film Series
2018-08-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Clara Armory
The Fort Bayard Summer Film Series is featuring “The Spirit of the Human Being: Indigenous Peoples’ Survival through Humor and Tragedy”.The films begin each Thursday over the summer begin at 7:00 P.M. at the Santa Clara/Fort Bayard Armory Visitors Center located at 11990 Highway 180 in Santa Clara. Admission is free. The series of films include: August 9 – We Shall Remain”; August 16 – “Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee”.

"National Night Out" in Deming
2018-08-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Intersection of Spruce and Gold Streets, Deming, NM, United States
Deming Mainstreet and the Deming Police Department are hosting a “National Night Out” on Tuesday, August 7th from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. at the intersection of Spruce and Gold Streets in Deming. There will be free hotdogs, games and beverages for all that attend.

Fort Bayard Summer Film Series
2018-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Clara Armory
The Fort Bayard Summer Film Series is featuring “The Spirit of the Human Being: Indigenous Peoples’ Survival through Humor and Tragedy”.The films begin each Thursday over the summer begin at 7:00 P.M. at the Santa Clara/Fort Bayard Armory Visitors Center located at 11990 Highway 180 in Santa Clara. Admission is free. The series of films include: August 2nd – “Apache Warriors”; August 9 – We Shall Remain”; August 16 – “Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee”.

Locals Foods-Local Places Event
2018-08-01 - 2018-08-02 | The Commons: Center for FoodSecurity, 501 East 13th Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The public is invited to attend a two-day event on Wednesday August 1st from 5:00 to 7:30 P.M. and Thursday, August 2nd from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., titled “Local Foods, Local Places” that will provide initiatives to stimulate the local food economy. The community meeting be heled at The Commons Center for Food Security, located at 501 East 13th Street in Silver. For more information, call 575-388-2988.

National Buffalo Soldiers Day Documentaries
2018-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Clara Armory
Come help the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society commemorate National Buffalo Soldiers Day, with the first time showing of two outstanding documentaries titled, “For Love of Liberty” and “The Buffalo Soldiers”. The films will be shown on Saturday, at 7:00 P.M. at the Santa Clara Armory located at 11990 Highway 180 in Santa Clara. Call 575-388-4862 for more information.

"Salt of the Earth" Presentation
2018-07-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Silver City Museum, 312 W. Broadway, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Silver City Museum will host “The Salt of the Earth Recovery Project” on Saturday, July 28th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., in the Museum Courtyard located at 312 West Broadway in Silver City. If you one of the women and men of Local 1890 that took part in the 1950 Empire Zinc Mine Strike, or one of their descendants, bring your memories, photos, and any other objects from that time. For more information, call the museum at 575-597-0222.

Free School Supply Distribution
2018-07-28 08:00 - 10:00 | Silver City Woman’s Club, 411 Silver Heights Boulevard, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Silver City Woman’s Club will be distributing children’s school supplies to families in the community on Saturday, July 28th, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am, at the Woman’s Club, located at 411 Silver Heights Boulevard in Silver City. Anyone with children in kindergarten through 12th grade from any school in Grant County, is invited to come in and pick up their children’s school supplies.

Annual Mimbres Hummingbird Festival
2018-07-28 - 2018-07-29 | Mimbres Museum, 12 Sage Road, Mimbres, NM, United States
The Annual Hummingbird Festival will be taking place on Saturday through Sunday at the Mimbres Museum located at 12 Sage Road, mile marker 3.7, just off Highway 35 north of San Lorenzo. This is a free event with bird banding from 8:00 to 11:00 A.M., children’s activities, vendors, hummingbird observation time, and tours of the Mattocks Archaeological Site. For more information, call 575-536-3092.
