The community is invited to the dedication event for the Children’s Butterfly Garden at Silva Creek Botanical Garden tomorrow, September 14th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. in Silver City. This free event, co-sponsored by the Gila Native Plant Society and Heart of the Gila, will feature live music, an interactive butterfly activity for all ages, a puppet show, tours of the garden, and a celebratory cake. The newly revamped Butterfly Garden boasts larger wings, beautiful new flagstone pathways, and two stunning tiled benches, making it more accessible and enchanting. This revitalized space promises to be a place of learning and joy for many years to come.

The Deming Police Department Explorer Program concluded its 2024 cohort with notable success last month. This immersive program, which integrates leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills through practical experiences and classroom instruction, demonstrated its effectiveness at a recent community event. The participants showcased their professionalism and communication skills, underscoring the real-world applicability of their training. By instilling values of integrity and community service, the program not only cultivates future leaders in law enforcement but also reinforces Deming’s dedication to youth empowerment and career readiness in public service.

The Village of Santa Clara’s final Music in the Park event of the year is scheduled for tomorrow, September 14th, at Viola Stone Park in Santa Clara. From 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., attendees can enjoy  music, dancing and much more. The Village of Santa Clara invites all community members to join in for a memorable evening of music and fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the end of the season with great entertainment and community spirit.

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Congratulations to Animas High School’s varsity Lady Panthers Volleyball Team on their performance at the Magdalena Volleyball Invitational Tournament last weekend. Competing in the Gold bracket, the team demonstrated remarkable spirit and determination, securing victories against three other strong teams. Their impressive efforts earned them the tournament’s 2nd place trophy, a testament to their skill and teamwork. Special recognition goes to Laikyn Davenport and Angel Pintor for their spots on the Magdalena All-Tournament team—congratulations to both students and all the ladies on the team.