Silver City Radio

The Southwest Festival of the Written Word
2017-09-29 - 2017-10-01 | Silver City
The Southwest Festival of the Written Word (SWFWW) Grant County’s biennial literary festival, will be held September 29th through October 1st.The event will feature at least 30 presenters and writers from the region who represent a variety of genres. Presentation spaces will include Downtown Silver City locations in addition to the Silver City Public Library and WNMU. For more information and event schedules, visit swwordfiesta.org.

The Southwestern New Mexico State Fair
2017-10-04 - 2017-10-08 | Southwestern New Mexico Fairgrounds, 4300 Raymond Reed Blvd, Deming, NM, United States
The Southwestern New Mexico State Fair is in Deming Wednesday through Sunday at the fairgrounds in Deming! This year’s theme is “Remember When, Celebrating the Present by Honoring our Past.” Come out and support the Jr. Livestock shows, Fair Queen Contest, Ranch Rodeo, Fairground Showdown Superior Boxing, followed by team roping, a fun carnival and a Fair Dance. For additional information, go to the Southwestern New Mexico State Fair page on Facebook.

Silver City Monarch Aware Lecture
2017-10-06 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | WNMU Harlan Hall, 1000 West College Avenue, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
A program featuring the migration of monarch butterflies in New Mexico will be held on Friday, October 6th at 7:00 p.m. in Harlan Hall at WNMU. Steve Cary and Dr. Dale Zimmerman of the Southwestern New Mexico Audubon Society will present the program, titled “From River to Mountains: Silver City Monarch Aware”. The public is welcome.

Festival of Pets
2017-10-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Penny Park, North Grant Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, in addition to other congregations are hosting a “Festival of Pets”, in commemoration the life of St Francis of on Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Penny Park in Silver City. The High Desert Animal Shelter, local feed stores, and veterinarians, have been invited as well as the Brewer Baptist Church group that will be serving barbeque. Plan to bring your leashed or carrier contained pets at 10:00 a.m. for the blessing.

Rotary Club of Silver City 2017 Gala and Benefit Auction
2017-10-07 16:30 - 20:30 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Convention and Conference Center, 1400 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Rotary Club of Silver City will be holding it’s 2017 Gala & Benefit Auction on Saturday, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Convention & Conference Center. For additional information, call 575-313-2200 or visit silvercityrotary.org.

Gila Monster Grand Fondo
2017-10-14
Silver City Tour of the Gila invites you to their fall event, the “Gila Monster Gran Fondo”. This year’s annual event will happen on Saturday, October 14th. Come “ride like a pro for day” in the beautiful iconic Gila this fall. Many new activities are being planned to make this an exceptional experience for amateur and recreational riders and their families and friends. For more information call 575-590-0203 or to register, visit tourofthegila.com.

Rural Bookmobile West
2017-10-19
The Rural Bookmobile West will be visiting the following areas on Thursday at the following locations: The Mimbres Living Harvest Bakery from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., Lake Roberts-Sapillo Creek Fire Station from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., and Doc Cambell’s Post near the Gila Cliff Dwellings, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

2017 Discover Hidalgo Fair
2017-10-21 08:00 - 19:00 | Hidalgo County Fairgrounds
The” 2017 Discover Hidalgo Fair” will be coming to the Hidalgo County Fairgrounds on Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event features a classic car show, Mud Bogs, Junior Rodeo, farm animal zoo, food, games and entertainment, in addition to free medical screenings by Hidalgo Medical Services. For more information, call the Lordsburg-Hidalgo County Chamber of Commerce at 575-542-9864.

Buddy Walk for Down's Syndrome
2017-10-21 09:30 - 15:30 | Gough Park
The 2nd Annual “Buddy Walk” will be held in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month on Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Gough Park in Silver City. This community event was created to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, your participation and generosity will be greatly appreciated. To register, go to www.arcnm.org

Luna County "Toss No Mas"
2017-10-28 08:00 - 13:00
Volunteers are needed to participate at the “Toss No Mas” event to keep Luna County beautiful. This community wide cleanup is to be held on Saturday, October 28th at the Luna County Courthouse Park starting at 8 a.m.

Empty Bowls Community Dinner
2017-10-28 11:30 - 14:00 | Grant County Volunteer Center
The “Empty Bowls Community Dinner”, to help end hunger in Grant County, is scheduled for Saturday, October 28th from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The Volunteer Center, located at 501 E 13th Street, in Silver City. Your $20.00 donation will include homemade soups, bread, cookies and a handmade bowl to take home. All proceeds benefit the Grant County Food Pantry. Call 443-477-2394 for more information.

Village of Santa Clara "Trunk or Treat"
2017-10-31 16:00 - 17:00 | Santa Clara City Hall, Santa Clara, NM, 88026, United States
The Village of Santa Clara will be hosting a Trunk or Treat on Halloween, Tuesday, October 31st , from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m at the Santa Clara City Hall located 105 North Bayard Street. The public is invited to participate by decorating their vehicles and providing candy to share with the children. There will also be a “Kids Costume Parade” with three trophies to be awarded for kids 10 years and under. After the Trunk or Treat, head over to the Santa Clara Armory for a Haunted House and Halloween Carnival from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tickets are just $1. Call 575-537-2443 for more information.

Santa Clara Haunted House and Halloween Carnival
2017-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Santa Clara Armory
Head over to the Santa Clara Armory for a Haunted House and Halloween Carnival from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tickets are just $1. Call 575-537-2443 for more information.

City Cuts Barber Shop "Trunk or Treat"
2017-10-31 17:30 - 19:30
City Cuts Barber Shop is hosting a Halloween “Trunk or Treat” free to the public located at 1780 Hwy. 180 East in Silver City. Games and treats for the kids.

Silver City Police Dept. "Coats for Kids" Drive
2017-11-06 - 2017-11-30
The Silver City Police Department is starting the drive for Coats for Kids. This year we would like to finish the drive by November 30, 2017, allowing the coats to be distributed during the first week in December. The coats will be distributed to the local area schools for children in need. Also, they are accepting gloves/mittens and beanies for the children. The items can be dropped off at the Silver City Police Department, Please help out those children in need by donating a coat today!

Humane Society Free Shot Clinic
2017-11-11 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 November 11th, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the High Desert Humane Society, located at 3050 S. Cougar Way. No appointment is necessary. For further information call the Humane Society at 575-538-9261.

Ham & Turkey BINGO Benefit
2017-11-12 12:00 - 17:00
There will be a “Ham & Turkey Bingo” on Sunday, November 12th from 12 Noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Hurley Community Center, located at 302 Carrasco Avenue. There will be food, raffles, and a silent auction, all to benefit the Cobre High School “Aloha Spirit” Students. For more information, call 575-956-3993.

Emerging Technologies and Creative Commerce
2017-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | WNMU Parotti Building, PO Box 1014, Silver City, NM, 88062-1014, United States
Co-founder of Creative Startups Tom Aageson will speak at Western New Mexico University on Monday, Nov. 13th, at 6 p.m. in the Parotti Building next to the Fine Arts Center Theater. The first in a series of four “Emerging Technologies and Creative Commerce” lectures sponsored by PNM, Aageson’s “Creative Startups” presentation is meant to engage the community in crafting a creative economy. For more information, call 575-538-6353.

The West Shore Piano Trio
2017-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | WNMU Light Hall, 1000 West College Ave, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The West Shore Piano Trio continues the second annual President’s Chamber Music Series at WNMU’s Light Hall Theater on November 14th 14 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at wnmu.edu/culture or by calling 575-538-6469.

NM State Library Bookmobile - Grant/Catron County
2017-11-16 09:30 - 13:00
The New Mexico State Library Bookmobile will make stops in the following areas.: Mimbres at the Living Harvest Bakery 9:45 to 10:45; Lake Roberts at Sapillo Creek Fire Station from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m; Doc Campbell’s Post near the Gila Cliff Dwellings 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 505-841-5250.

S.A.S.S "Zeal for Teal" Fundraiser
2017-11-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Elks Lodge, 4051 Highway 90 S, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The Silver Regional Sexual Assault Support Services is hosting the 3rd Annual “Zeal for Teal” Fundraiser on Thursday, November 16th starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Old Elks Lodge located at 315 North Texas Street, in Silver City. This event will feature live music, dinner, and a silent auction, to raise funds to help keep these valuable support services free and confidential to the community. For more information, call 575-313-6203.

Grant County Community Awards Banquet
2017-11-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Convention and Conference Center, 1400 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
The 2017 Grant County Community Awards Banquet will be held on Friday, November 17th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business & Conference Center. The evening will feature Keynote Speaker, Dr. Joseph Shepard, President of Western New Mexico University, along with the presentation of five community awards. All tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information, call 575-538-3785.

14th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner
2017-11-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Grant County Veteran’s Memorial Convention and Conference Center, 1400 Highway 180 East, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
W & N Enterprises 14th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, themed “A Time for Sharing”, will be taking place on Sunday, November 19th starting at 12 noon at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. This is a free event and there will be live music and a visit from Santa for the children. Anyone wishing to volunteer at this event should call 575-388-1551.

Permits for Christmas Trees - Gila National Forest
2017-11-20 08:00 - 17:00
Permits for cutting Christmas trees on the Gila National Forest will again be available at all ranger district offices starting Monday, November 20. Families can obtain their permit and cut the family Christmas tree during the Thanksgiving holiday along with any visiting family or friends and avoid the after Thanksgiving Day rush. Permits sell for $5.00 each (for any species) with a limit of one permit per household; or free permits are available for the aromatic piñon trees. Any tree species up to 10′ high may be cut.

Holiday Fiber Arts Sale - SW Women's Fiber Arts Collective
2017-11-24 - 2017-11-25
The Southwest Women’s Fiber Arts Collective is sponsoring a Holiday Fiber Art Sale on Friday and Saturday, November 24th and 25th from 10:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Silver City Women’s Club, located at 411 Silver Heights Boulevard. People will be able to participate in “Shop Small” Saturday and support local artisans.

Annual Lighted Christmas Parade
2017-11-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Silver City
Silver City Mainstreet has announced the theme of this year’s the Annual Lighted Christmas Parade, to be held on Saturday, November 25th at 7:00 p.m. “A Hometown Holiday…Past, Present and Future. The deadline for parade applications is November 11th. For more information call 575-534-1700.

GRMC "Light Up for a Life" Ceremony
2017-11-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Gila Regional Medical Center, 1313 E 32nd Street, Silver City, NM, 88061, United States
Gila Regional Medical Center is hosting a “Light Up for a Life” ceremony in remembrance of loved ones in a special way this Holiday Season. The event will be on Thursday, November 30th at 5:30 p.m. at the Gila Regional front canopy. Names must be received by November 24th. To reserve your light or to get information, call 575-538-4134

Kiwanis Holiday Sing-off and Gazebo Lighting Ceremony
2017-12-01 17:00 - 18:00 | Gough Park
The Kiwanis Club of Silver City is presenting the 2017 Holiday Sing-off Competition and Gazebo Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 1st at 5:00 p.m. in Gough Park. This free event features Kiwanis youth leadership clubs competing from Silver and Cobre High School, La Plata Middle School and G.W Stout Elementary. Come and watch area youth light up our community!

NM State Library Bookmobile/Buckhorn
2017-12-07 09:30 - 22:30 | Buckhorn Post Office, 7658 US 180, Buckhorn, NM, 88025, United States
The New Mexico State Library Bookmobile will make a stop at the Buckhorn Post Office from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

2017 Festival of Trees
2017-12-08 - 2017-12-10 | Curious Kumquat Building
Silver City’s Guadalupe Montessori school is hosting the 2017 Festival of Trees for two weekends, starting on December 8th through 10th and 14th through 17th, at the old Curious Kumquat building, located at 111 East College Avenue. Enjoy whimsically decorated trees, live seasonal plants, and a local artisan gift market. For more information, call 575-388-3343.
