9/11 Patriots Day in Grant County
2019-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Gough Park
September 11th will commemorate the 18th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. This day is now officially called “Patriot’s Day” and there will be a remembrance ceremony held at Gough Park tomorrow, Wednesday September 11th from 12 noon to 1:00 P.M. Community members will gather together to honor 9/11, Grant County firefighters, veterans, and police heroes. The public is encouraged to attend.

PFLAG Silver City Workshop for Educators
2019-09-13 08:00 - 15:30 | Martinez/Fall Building at WNMU, Silver City, United States
PFLAG Silver City and Western New Mexico University School of Education are partnering to provide a free, full-day workshop for educators on Friday, September 13th, from 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. entitled Creating Inclusive K-12 Schools for LGBTQ+ Students. The workshop will take place in Room 212 of the Martinez-Fall building on the WNMU campus. Participation is limited to forty people, call 575-590—8797 for more information.

Luna County Regional Employer Workshop
2019-09-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Andres Z. Silva Conference Center, 119 East Pine Street, Deming, NM, United States
There will be a Regional Employer Workshop facilitated by the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solution for employers in Deming and Luna County on Friday, September 13th from 1:00 to 3:30 P.M. and the Andres Z. Silva Conference Center located at 119 East Pine Street in Deming. The workshop is free but space is limited, RSVP by calling the Deming Chamber of Commerce at 575-546-2674

Deming Job Fair
2019-09-14 08:00 - 11:00 | Courthouse Park, 700 South Silver Avenue, Deming, NM, United States
There is a Deming Job Fair sponsored by WNMU and Main Street Market on Saturday, September 14th from 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Courthouse Park in Deming. The free event will feature local and regional employers in addition to educational resources, NM Workforce Connections, fun games and refreshments.Job Fair

High Desert Humane Society Shot Clinic
2019-09-14 09:00 - 12:00 | High Desert Humane Society, 3050 Cougar Way, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Humane Society will be holding its monthly reduce rate rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, September 14th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the High Desert Humane Society located at 3050 South Cougar Way in Silver City. No appointment is necessary. Please have all dogs on a leash and all cats in a carrier.

4th Annual Silver City LGBTQ Pride Festival
2019-09-14 11:00 - 17:00 | Gough Park
It’s time for the 4th Annual Silver City LGBTQ Pride Festival, Saturday, September 14th from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at Gough Park in Silver City. Enjoy local and out of town performers and musicians, a Kid Zone, food and craft vendors, and the world famous “Doggie Drag Show” at 12 noon. As always, the Silver City Pride Festival at Gough Park is a “Family Friendly” event. In the evening, from 8:00 to 11:30 P.M. join the “over 21 adult” “After Party” Dance with D.J Milligram, at the Old Elks Lodge located at 303 North Texas Street in Silver City.

Silver City Rotary Club Luncheon Program
2019-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Student Cafeteria Sunset Room, 1000 W. College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
District Ranger Beth Ihle will be the speaker at the September 17 Silver City Rotary Club. She will talk about the forming of the Gila National Forest, including the first designated wilderness area in the United States. Members of the public are always invited to attend Rotary Club meetings that are of interest to them. The Silver City Rotary Club meets every Tuesday for lunch in the Sunset Room of the WNMU Student Cafeteria in the WNMU Student Memorial Building at 1000 College Avenue. There is no charge to attend the meeting, but guests are asked to contribute $10 if they wish to join the Rotarians in eating a lunch with a hot entree, salad, and dessert. The lunch line opens at noon; the meeting begins at 12:15 p.m.; the presentation starts at 12:30 p.m. and ends at 1 p.m.

GriefShare Support Group in Mimbres
2019-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Rio Mimbres Baptist Church, 29 Mimbres Catus Drive, Mimbres, NM, United States
A GriefShare grief support group will meet on Tuesdays starting in September to December 3rd at the Rio Mimbres Baptist Church located at 29 Mimbres Cactus Drive from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Call 575-313-4199 for more information.

15th Annual Gila River Festival
2019-09-19 - 2019-09-22
Don’t miss the 15th annual Gila River Festival: “Our River, Our Future” September 19th through the 22nd in Silver City and along the Gila River. Explore the future of the Gila River in a changing climate, and our responsibility as earth stewards, with keynote speaker climate activist Tim DeChristopher and many other inspiring presenters. On Saturday, enjoy the Gila River Extravaganza at Gough Park from 4 pm to 10 pm, packed with kid and family fun, starting with a Monsoon Puppet parade and featuring Caliente, the Fort Sill Apache Dancers, the San Carlos Apache singers and dancers, and more! Schedule at gilariverfestival.org.

Western Institute of Lifelong Learning-Free Lunch & Learn
2019-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Global Resource Center, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Western Institute of Lifelong Learning is presenting a free “Lunch and Learn” session titled “What’s in a Name? Service, Therapy, Emotional Support, Comfort – Dogs as Pets” with presenter Darlene Colmar on Wednesday, September 18th 12:00 noon to 1:00 P.M. at WNMU in the ABC room of the Global Resource Center on the corner of 12th and Kentucky Streets, Silver City. For more information, call 575-538-6835.

4th Annual Silver City Buddy Walk
2019-09-21 09:30 - 13:30 | Gough Park
Southern New Mexico Down Syndrome Families and The Arc of New Mexico are presenting the 4th Annual Silver City Buddy Walk on Saturday, September 21st at Gough Park in Silver City starting with registration at 9:30 A.M. and the Walk at 12 Noon. There will be games, contests, prizes, musical entertainment, refreshments, resources, and Sunshine Ambassadors dance performances.

Silver City AAUW Kick-off Meeting
2019-09-22 13:30 - 15:30 | Conservatory of Dance, 2020 Cottage San Road, Silver City, NM, United States
The Silver City’Southwest New Mexico Branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women) invited members, potential members, and other interested individuals for their kick-off meeting on Sunday, September 22nd at the Conservatory of Dance Studio located at 2020 Cottage San Road in Silver City. Join the group in celebrating the 81st year of being an active advocate for women’s and girl’s issues. For more information, call 575-388-2013 or dareadrienne@gmail.com.

Grant County Extension Service "Guest Service Training"
2019-09-24 09:30 - 15:30 | Grant County Extension Office, 2610 North Silver Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Grant County Extension Service is providing free “Guest Service Training” for individuals looking for a career in customer service. The free training will be taking place from 9:30 A.M to 3:30 P.M. on Tuesday, September 24th at the Grant County Extension Service Meeting Room located at 2610 North Silver Street. Participants will receive a $20 gift card. For more information, contact Judy O’Loughlin at 575-388-1559.

Rotary Club Presentation "Projects in Guatemala"
2019-09-24 12:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Sunset Room, PO Box 1014, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
Peter Herzberg, immediate past president of the Silver City Rotary Club, will speak to Rotary on September 24, about a trip he made to Guatemala to help work on Rotary projects there. Rotary International projects in Guatemala include building potable water systems, health clinics and schools. Members of the public are always invited to attend Rotary Club meetings that are of interest to them. The Silver City Rotary Club meets every Tuesday for lunch in the Sunset Room of the WNMU Student Cafeteria in the WNMU Student Memorial Building at 1000 College Avenue. There is no charge to attend the meeting, but guests are asked to contribute $10 if they wish to join the Rotarians in eating a lunch with a hot entree, salad, and dessert. The lunch line opens at noon; the meeting begins at 12:15 p.m.; the presentation starts at 12:30 p.m. and ends at 1 p.m.

GriefShare Support Group
2019-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Rio Mimbres Baptist Church, 29 Mimbres Catus Drive, Mimbres, NM, United States

Western Institute of Lifelong Learning-Free Lunch & Learn
2019-09-25 12:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Global Resource Center, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Western Institute of Lifelong Learning is presenting a free “Lunch and Learn” session titled “Listful Thinking” with presenter Bill Baldwin on Wednesday, September 25th 12:00 noon to 1:00 P.M. at WNMU in the ABC room of the Global Resource Center on the corner of 12th and Kentucky Streets, Silver City. For more information, call 575-538-6835.

Luna County Health Council Meeting
2019-09-26 09:00 - 10:30 | Luna County Courthosue, 700 South Silver Street, Deming, NM, United States
The Luna County Health Council will meet at 9:00 A.M. this Thursday, Sept. 26 in the basement training room of the historic Luna County Courthouse, located at 700 South Silver Street in Deming. Light refreshments will be provided.

BBBS Silver City "Run for Kids Sake"
2019-09-28 07:30 - 14:00 | Gough Park
Life is better in COLOR! Join Big Brothers Big Sisters for their first ever Silver City “Run For Kids’ Sake” 5k Color Run, on Saturday, September 28th in Gough Park. Registration is at 7:30 A.M. with the run starting at 9:00 A.M. Participants can walk or run the 5k route and along the way, be showered with non-toxic, safe color. Registration is $30 through September 26th. After the run, enjoy live music, food trucks, informational booths, and lots of fun for the entire family. For more information and to register visit BBBS Mountain Region dot org slash color run or call 575-449-2728. That number again is 575-449-2728. Your support and helps makes this program possible.

Mimbres Health Fair
2019-09-28 09:30 - 14:00 | San Lorenzo Elementary School
It’s time for the Mimbres Health Fair on Saturday, September 28th, from 9:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the San Lorenzo Elementary School on Highway 35. There will be health screenings for blood glucose, blood pressure, free flu shots in addition to mental health and dental health screenings. There will also be well water testing from the Department of Environmental Health! This event is being held in conjunction with the Mimbres Harvest Festival. Event sponsored by HMS, WNMU Nursing Students Association and Walgreen’s. See you there!

14th Annual Mimbres Harvest Festival
2019-09-28 10:00 - 16:00 | San Lorenzo Elementary School
The 14th Annual Mimbres Harvest Festival is being held on Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the San Lorenzo School located on NM Highway 35. This free event features a Grower’s Market, Family games, live music, art & crafts and much more.

WNMU Foundations's "Hats in the Garden"
2019-09-29 16:00 - 19:00
Take a trip around the world for the fifth annual Western New Mexico University Foundation Hats in the Garden Fundraiser on Sunday, September 29, at 4 p.m. The soiree includes a fashion show, a silent auction, and light fare. There will be a People’s Choice Award for the Best Hat. Seats are $25 per adult and $10 per child over age 12. Children 5 and under are welcomed for free. Make your reservation by calling 575-538-6310 or email foundation@wnmu.edu by Monday, September 23rd.

Governor's Commission on Disability
2019-09-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Business and Conference Center, 3031 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, United States
There will be three sessions for the Governor’s Commission on Disability on Monday September 30th from 9:00 A.M. to 12 noon at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Conference Center, located at 3031 Highway 180 East in Silver City. The sessions will be on the topics of Service Animals, Physical Access, and Disability Awareness. Admission is free and open to the public.

Silver City Rotary Meeting Program
2019-10-01 12:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Student Cafeteria Sunset Room, 1000 W. College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
Karen Hymer, owner of the Light, Art, Space Gallery, will be the speaker at the October 1 Silver City Rotary Club meeting at 12 Noon. She will discuss why her gallery offers workshops and creative space for local artists, and ask for suggestions about other ways her gallery, which has been open a year now, can help benefit the Silver City area.Members of the public are always invited to attend Rotary Club meetings that are of interest to them. The Silver City Rotary Club meets every Tuesday for lunch in the Sunset Room of the WNMU Student Cafeteria in the WNMU Student Memorial Building at 1000 College Avenue.

Open House with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
2019-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Adobe Springs Cafe, 614 N. Bullard Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
There will be an Open House with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, on Wednesday, October 2nd, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Abobe Springs Cafe, located at 614 North Bullard Street in Downtown Silver City. Join the Governor and fellow community members for a casual meet and greet. Ask questions, start a dialogue, learn about state government programs and initiatives.

WILL Lunch and Learn Presentation
2019-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 | WNMU Global Resource Center, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Western Institute of Lifelong Learning is presenting a free “Lunch and Learn” session titled, “Where Do We Stand With Respect to the Health Security Plan, and What’s Next?” with presenters Dr. Neil Apple, Gayle Simmons, and Carolyn Smith on Wednesday, October 2nd 12:00 noon to 1:00 P.M. at WNMU in the ABC room of the Global Resource Center on the corner of 12th and Kentucky Streets, Silver City. For more information, call 575-538-6835.

4th Annual Biennial Southwest Festival of the Written Word
2019-10-04 - 2019-10-06 | Downtown Silver City
The 4th Biennial Southwest Festival of the Written Word October 4th through 6th. During the week leading up to the festival we will sponsor a printmaking workshop for poets at Power & Light Press; the WNMU Museum will be open for writers to muse upon, and write about, their world-renowned collection of Mimbres pottery; master sessions on Writing in a Woman’s Voice, and the Latino Boom! The gallery will also feature a celebration of the life of Dr. Felipe de Ortego y Gasca, a preeminent scholar of Latin American literature who recently passed away. The past (Dr. Ortego), the present (Enrique’s Journey), and the future (writings by school children of the borderlands) will be featured together at the McCray.

Boston Hill 20th Anniversary Celebration
2019-10-05 10:00 - 13:00 | West End of Spring Street, Silver City, United States
The public is invited to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the acquisition of Boston Hill open recreation space on Saturday, October 5th beginning at 9:45 A.M. and concluding at 1:00 P.M. The festivities include an intermediate bike ride sponsored by the Silver Cycling Club, a hike led by Aldo Leopold School students, and at 11:30, music, snacks and remarks from Mayor Ken Ladner at the West end of Street. For more information, call 575-534-6349.

Blessing of the Animals
2019-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 615 N Texas St, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
There will be a Feast of Saint Francis of Asissi Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the Church of the Good Shepherd parking lot located at 6th Street and Pinos Altos in Downtown Silver City.

Valley Community Church
2019-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Valley Communuty Church, 19-A Racetrack Road, Silver City, NM, United States
The Valley Community Church located at 19-A Racetrack Road in Silver City is having a Fall Festival this Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. This free event features pumpkin painting, bobbing for apples, crafts, games, cake walk, chile roasting, horse shoes and food. Join in for a free fun time of fellowship!

Aldo Leopold History of the Gila Presentation
2019-10-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Silver City Museum Annex, 302 W Broadway, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Silver City Museum is presenting a lecture titled, “Aldo Leopold and History of the Gila” on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 to 12 Noon in the museum annex. Local historian, Stephen Fox and New Mexico Wild’s Simon Sotelo will relate the life and legacy of Aldo Leopold, founder of the Gila Wilderness. The lecture is free and open to the public.
