Western New Mexico University will be having a “Jingle and Mingle” event with music, entertainment, children’s crafts, seasonal treats and more. December 6th 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. WNMU Regent’s Square Free and open to the public

The Village of Santa Clara will be having their Lighted Holiday Parade with lights, decorations and more. December 7th 6:30 p.m. Parade starts at Fort Bayard Hospital Free and open to the public

Over 60 community leaders will be coming together to perform a “Chicano Christmas”, which is a combination of Chicano theater that will take the audience to a time before and after the birth of Jesus. December 8th 2 p.m.-Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Fine Arts Theater on WNMU campus $5.00 per ticket

The Silver City Mayor will be having his monthly “Monday with the Mayor” meeting to discuss new and ongoing projects within the city. December 9th 8 to 11 a.m. Miller Library on WNMU campus Community is encouraged to attend

Western New Mexico University will be holding its Fall Graduation Commencement Ceremony. December 13th 2 p.m. Fine Arts Center Theatre Overflow seating will be available in the Besse-Forward Global Resource Center auditorium

The Hurley Fire Department and the Hurley Town Council will be having a “Santa is Coming to Town” event with cookies, hot cocoa, letters to Santa and Santa Clause.  December 13th 4 p.m.-Santa will travel through streets of Hurley 4:45-Kids are invited to Hurley Fire Station to meet Santa

The High Desert Humane Society in Silver City will be having their monthly reduced rate vaccination clinic.  December 14th 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 3050 South Cougar Way For more information, contact the High Desert Humane Society

The Silver City Public Library will be having a “New Years Craft Day” for those interested in making hats and decorations for the New Year. December 31st 4 p.m. Open to children of all ages