The Luna County DWI Program is having a “Teen Pool Party” at the Sam Baca Aquatic Center today, June 9th. This event is free for teens 12 to 18 years old and will begin at 6:00 p.m. There will be music, food and more! For more information call 575-544-7377.
The Grant County Neighborhood Orchards Project has planted new fruit trees for the community to enjoy. The project, which was started by the Grant County Community Health Council, planted their first tree at Sixth Street Elementary in 2015. Since then, trees have been planted at Penny Park, Viola Stone Park, Gough Park, Silver City Recreation Center and many other locations. The goal of the project is to encourage healthy eating habits and this year they have planted cherry, plum, apple, apricot and peach trees. The Orchards Project still continues to grow thanks to the efforts of grant funds and over 3,000 volunteer hours. For more information on the program or how to get involved, call 575-313-3031.
The High Desert Humane Society in Silver City will be holding its monthly reduced rate rabies vaccination clinic tomorrow, June 10th. It will take place at 3050 South Cougar Way from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p.m. They will be offering a wide variety of vaccines for dogs, cats, snakes and more. For more information call 575-538-9561.
Lordsburg Municipal Schools’ summer school program started last week at Dugan-Tarango Middle School. The month-long session has over 50 students grades K-8th and will be focusing on the “3-Rs”: Reading, Writing and Arithmetic. The curriculum has kids learning while having fun with art, music, water, chalk, and much more. This program gives students an opportunity to continue learning and interact with others during summer break.
The Southwest Fine Arts Studio in Deming recently honored former Deming High School Band and Mariachi director Albert Valverde. Students played a variety of guitar, violin and ukulele music as a dedication to him and all he has done for the music community. Mr. Valverde was a big part of the successful band and choir at Deming High School and in 2001 he founded the mariachi program which drew state and national acclaim. Although he has retired, Mr. Valverde’s dedication and love for music has made an impact that others will never forget.
