Forever Frontier

Visitors' Guide to Southwestern New Mexico, West Texas & Southeastern Arizona

Updated: 03/02/10

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1 "Ancient New Mexico" Hubbard Museum of the American West Ruidoso Downs, NM 575-378-4142 www.hubbardmuseum.org

1-31 Trappings of Texas at Museum of the Big Bend Sul Ross State University campus in Alpine, Texas

1 Marilyn Howard artwork will be featured at the Glenwood Community Center in Glenwood, NM from mid-January through mid-April.

1 Greenlee County Republican Party Meeting "Conservative Voice" Meet: First Monday of the Month, 6:30 pm.,Valley View Mobile Home Park, Club House, York (2 miles so of Three-Way Store, on way to Clifton, Arizona) Becky Nutt 928-965-8124

Ongoing El Malpais National Conservation Area is open year round with a free campground, picnic area and great hiking opportunities. The BLM Ranger Station on Hwy 117 is open daily from 8:30 -4:30 (except Christmas Day) and we have displays, a book store and rangers to answer questions of how best to experience this beautiful area in winter. El Malpais is north of Catron County near Grants, New Mexico

2 Meeting, Catron County Grassroots Behavioral Health Committee Health council office in Reserve, NM @ 12 noon, first Tuesday each month. Information: 575/533-6940

3 Speech by Sheriff Richard Mack Hosted by Silver City-Grant County TEA Party Patriots by nationally-known speaker and former sheriff, Richard Mack. Doors open at 6 p.m. and speech begins at 6:45 pm. Location is The Calvary Chapel, 3001 So. Hwy 90, Silver City, NM. Sheriff Mack, former Sheriff of Graham County, Arizona, challenged the Brady Gun Bill and won at the U S Supreme Court- a huge victory for 2nd and 10th Amendment rights. He discusses the Constitution, individual liberty, gun control and other citizen's rights. He explains why the local Sheriff is the most powerful official in the state. Admission is FREE; donations are accepted. Sheriff Mack's books will be sold and he will sign books before and after the speech. silverteaparty@hotmail.com

4 Pen & Ink Drawings of Elvira Godfrey JW Art Gallery will feature new pen & ink contour drawings by Elvira Godfrey of Silver City. Gallery hours are Wed-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat & Sun. 10 am-6 pm. JW Art Gallery, Hurley, NM (through April 14) 575-537-0300

4 Safford BLM Brown Bag Lunch & Program Safford, Arizona. Hal Herbert, the historian for the Graham County Historical Society, will discuss the original U.S.-Mexico boundary survey that crossed the Southwest from the Rio Grande to the Gila River. Come learn about the history, controversy, and events surrounding the survey between the United States and Mexico. Herbert will also explain how the roles of American political parties and Mexican history affected the final outcome. The talk is free and the public is encouraged to bring a lunch and enjoy the opportunity to learn something new about our local area. All presentations begin at noon in the conference room of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Safford Field Office, 711 S. 14th Avenue in Safford. For more information about these four seminars, or if you would like to present a talk related to natural or cultural history in 2010, call Dave Arthun at 928-348-4428

4 Bayou Seco plays the High Desert Brewing Company - 1102 W Hadley, Las Cruces - 8-11 PM

5-6 Special Public Fundraising Sale held by the Hurley Pride Committee, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 210 Cortez Avenue, Hurley, New Mexico. (575) 537-2124 for more information or preview sale items ~ www.hurleynm.com

5-6 19th Annual Tribute to Marty Robbins Willcox, AZ Special guest, Rex Allen Jr., joins in this 19th annual celebration of the country-music legend with afternoon and evening concerts, carriage rides, a viewing of Robbins' race car. Entertainment will be held on historic Railroad Avenue, and the concerts will be held at the high school. 4 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. concerts Willcox High School Auditorium, Bisbee Avenue Admission: $10-$15.520-766-1404 www.friendsofmartyrobbins.org

6 7th Annual Camp Furlong Day and Cabalgata Binacional

Pancho Villa State Park, Columbus, NM The United States and Mexico commemorate the 1916 raid into Columbus by the forces of General Francisco "Pancho" Villa. American and Mexican musicians, actors, folklorico dancers, special speakers, local artists, food vendors, Loretta's Barbed Wire Band, trick horse rider Carlos Herrera, military re-enactors, the Park 's Museum, exhibits and much more! 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM, admission free. Camping fees still apply. 575-531-2711.

6 Reserve, NM's new American Legion Post 82 Meeting 10:00 AM, in Catron County Building. Meetings held first Saturdays

6 30th Annual Double Adobe Country Quilt Show McNeal, (Southern) Arizona 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Double Adobe School, 7081 Central Hwy and Double Adobe Rd. 520-364-5090, 520-642-1720, or 520-364-5109. Children welcome. Admission is free. The Double Adobe School is located in McNeal. Arizona, about 50 miles from Benson, 15 miles from Bisbee or Douglas

6 First Saturday Flea Market Fort Davis, Texas 8 am to 4 pm at Old Fort Country Store 432-426-2742, oldfortcountry@sbcglobal.net

6-7 Greenlee County Quarter Horse & Thoroughbred Horse Races Greenlee County Fairgrounds, Duncan, Arizona. Post time is 1:30 pm.

6 Bisbee Annual Art Auction 6 pm to 9 pm. The Bisbee Convention Center. (520) 432-3554 or 432-2900. Bisbee, Arizona, www.discoverbisbee.com

6 "Outers & Unders, the Undoing of Fashion & Uniforms from 1866 to 1910" presented by Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society, 2:00 pm, New Deal Theatre, Fort Bayard, NM (east of Silver City) $12 per person admission includes refreshments. 519-8179 or 307-640-3012.

6 Introduction to Inkle Loom Weaving Learn basic inkle weaving: how to read a pattern, warp the inkle loom, and weave a length of material that can be used to make a belt, strap, or whatever your imagination desires.9 am - noon. Sign up by March 3. $30 SWFAC members; $35 others. The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver City 538-5733, www.fiberartscollective.org

6 Create a Hummingbird Garden Workshop Learn the plants and other habitat requirements to create an inviting habitat for hummingbirds. 2:00 p.m. at Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces. Free to Enchanted Gardens benefit members; $7.50 per person. Reservations requested. 575-524-1886 gardens@zianet.com

7 American Legion Bingo 409 West College Ave, Silver City First and Third Sundays each month. New games plus two Coveralls, Big payouts and lots of fun. Bring a friend. Open at 12:30, Games at 1:25 pm sharp

8 Meeting, Silver City/Grant County Widowed Persons Service 11 a.m. Western New Mexico University cafeteria in Silver City. RN Allee Barr will talk about energy exercise for seniors. $10 for the lunch and program. 575-538-9344

9 San Francisco Valley 4-H Club Meeting, Glenwood Community Center, 6:30 PM

9 Historic Mining District Tours Come learn about the important underground mining history near Bayard. It's fascinating! No walking required. Please call to reserve your seat on the bus. Bayard City Hall, 800 Central for bus pickup, 10:00 AM 575-537-3327 www.silvercity.org

10 The Adobe Café at the Y in Reserve, NM reopens

10 Back Country Horsemen Meeting GRMC Conference Room at 7:00 P.M., Silver City Meets second Weds. Each month, January through November

10 Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon for the Silver City Grant County Chamber 12 Noon to 1 pm. Cost $10. Join us and take the opportunity to meet members of the board‚ Chamber staff and other Chamber members. The Red Barn Family Steakhouse, 708 Silver Heights Blvd (Hwy 180) www.silvercity.org (575) 538-3785

10 "Living on the Edge" Knitting Workshop Learn to make a beautiful knitted edging to enhance home or fashion items. Sign up by March 7. Cost: $5. 1 p.m.-3 p.m. The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver City 538-5733 www.fiberartscollective.org

10 & 24 Meeting, Grief and Loss Support Group 4:30-6 p.m. at the Health Council Office, Reserve, NM Second and fourth Weds. Each month 575/533-6940

11-14 45th Annual "Rockhound Round-Up" presented by the Deming Gem & Mineral Society Free Admission, public invited. Buyers Market, Jewelry sales, rocks and rock-related items,Field trips, Silent Auction Friday night, Live Auction Saturday night. Deming, NM. www.dgms.bravehost.com (575) 267-4399

11 Bill and Kate Isles Concert 7-9 pm, Hillsboro Community Center on Elenora Street, Hillsboro, NM. This singer-songwriter duo has won many awards and accolades. This is a "perfect blend of two voices." The public is invited. Cost: $5 donation. bobship@kitcarson.net. www.sierracountyevents.com/flyer/Isles.pdf

13-14 Greenlee County Quarter Horse & Thoroughbred Horse Races Greenlee County Fairgrounds, Duncan, Arizona. Post time is 1:30 pm.

13 Marguerite Cook Memorial Scholarship Dinner Dance sponsored by the Willcox CowBelles Willcox Elks Club,Willcox, Arizona Silent Auction, Raffles and Social Hour at 6:00 p.m. Prime Rib Dinner served at 7:00 p.m. followed by a Live Auction. "Ted Scanlon & The Desperados" will provide western swing dance music from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. For details, email Joan Hammer, djhammer@powerc.net

13 March Art Hop 6-9pm, Downtown Truth or Consequences Galleries, studios, shops and restaurants are open late on the 2nd Saturday of every month. See other listings on this site or visit the DGDA website for info on opening exhibits and other events. Cost: free. Downtown Gallery District Association, www.torcart.com torcgalleries@gmail.com

13 New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street, T or C The Smithsonian is coming to Truth or Consequences! America is the birthplace of more music than any place on earth, and "New Harmonies" is a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit which uncovers the roots of American music. The exhibition provides a fascinating, inspiring, and toe-tapping listen to the American story of multi- cultural exchange. (Through April 24) 9am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12pm-4pm, Cost: $5 adults, $2.50 students 6-18. www.geronimospringsmuseum.com

13 Glenwood Library Movie Night 7:00 PM "The Cove"

13-14 Cowboy Days Nothing Says the Old West like the cowboy, and the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum honors the western legend with a weekend festival complete with roping and riding demonstrations, "cowboy food," dancing, and cowboy poetry. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. (575) 522-4100. www.frhm.org. Las Cruces, NM www.las-cruces-events.org

13 Historic Fort Bayard Walking Tour 9:30am -Come see the 100 year old buildings and relive some of the history of this important military fort and hospital. To make reservations 575-956-3294 or 307-640-3012. Fort Bayard 575-956-3294 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

13 Fort Davis Spring Butterfly Count Fort Davis, Texas. www.fortdavis.com

13-14 High Desert Gun Show March 13 ~ 9:00 AM-5:00 PM March 14 ~ 9:00 AM-3:00 PM New Mexico National Guard Armory, Santa Clara, NM (five miles east of Silver City on Hwy 180) For Information & Vendor Registration, Contact: Don Darnell (575) 544-4937 2115 Lori Drive, Deming, NM 88030 Email ~ dondarnell@SWNM.com

13 Silver City Astronomical Society program "Getting started into Astro Imaging" 1:00 p.m., Silver City Town Hall Annex, upstairs, 1203 North Hudson next to the Bank of America.

13 Monthly Meeting of the Grant County Federated Republican Women Pat Kennedy, who is a candidate for Grant County Probate Judge, will talking about wills and estate planning issues and take questions. He has years of experience as a trust officer for a bank. 9:30 a.m., Holiday Inn Express, Silver City Visitors welcome. 388-3717 or frosted@newmexico.com.

13 "Second Saturday" Book Sale Presented by Silver City Friends of the Library 9am, members; 10am-3pm general public 1510 Market St., Silver City

13 Silver City American Legion Post 18 Monthly meeting @10:00 am, 2nd Saturday of every month. Open every Wednesday @10:00 am for coffee and donuts. 409 West College Ave, Silver City

13-14 Civil War in the Southwest Picacho Peak State Park (between Tucson and Phoenix). 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. (520) 466-3183Reenactments of the civil war battle for Picacho Pass, period costumes, encampments.

13-14 Shakespeare Ghost Town Tours Call the Lordsburg-Hidalgo County Chamber for more information: (575) 542.9864

14 Daylight Savings Time Begins "Spring Forward" one hour at 2:00 am

14 Quilt & Trunk Show A Brown Bag Lunch Lecture, 1:00 pm. Benson, Arizona. The Singing Wind Book Shop presents its Quilt & Trunk Show, featuring Lynn Haak, the Sharlot Hall award winner for history. Haak is a designer who has been quilting all her life. She serves in several quilting organizations including the Arizona Quilters Guild, the Arizona Historical Society and others. Haak and her husband bill will bring 20-25 quilts to the Singing Wind along with their book, Images of America: Globe. Admission: Free 520-586-2425

14 St. Patrick's Day Tea Robert Hull and Bob Diven will perform Irish music for a St. Patrick's Day Tea at Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces. Tea and cookies served from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Free to everyone. For more information, call 524-1886 or e-mail gardens@zianet.com

15 Frisco CowBelles Meeting Glenwood, NM, 6:30 PM

16 & 18 March Community Forum "Cooking with Whole Grains" Silver City Co-Op, noon-1 pm. Learn simple recipes using cost effective whole grains from the bulk department. Free samples provided. 520 N. Bullard, Silver City, 388-2343

17 St. Patrick's Day

17 St. Patrick's Day Party At The Blue Front Bar & Café, Glenwood, 5:00 to 9:00 PM, Irish Food and Fun! Call for More Details: (575) 539-2561

18-21 National Festival Of The West Westworld, Scottsdale AZ www.festivalofthewest.com

18 Third Thursday - Monthly Speakers Series 7 - 8pm, Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street, Historic Downtown Truth or Consequences Can you imagine what life was like in Sierra County before Interstate 25 was built and ALL traffic came through our downtown? Ever wonder how kids spent their time in the days before TV, video games and skate boards? What did people eat before fast food and microwave ovens? Find out the answers to these and other questions, and ask your own questions of our distinquished panel of life-long County residents who grew up in Hillsboro, Winston, Hot Springs and elsewhere in the County -before the town became Truth or Consequences. Cost: free (donations accepted). www.geronimospringsmuseum.com

19 The Easter Bunny arrives at Mesilla Valley Mall in Las Cruces. Visits with the Easter Bunny are free. Photo packages are available. No personal cameras, cell phone cameras or video recorders allowed.

19-20 Vyktoria Pratt Keating Celtic, Folk and Acoustic rock Breathe Inn 7:00 pm Lake Roberts, NM 575-536-3206

19-21 Mountain Living Home & Garden Show Convention Center, Ruidoso, NM Over 200 experts & retailers demonstrate new products & ideas! Hours: Fri 1-6, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-4. 575-653-4882 www.nmmtnliving.com

19 The Reality Magic Show 7 pm, Civic Center-Ralph Edwards Auditorium, 400 W 4th Avenue, Truth or Consequences Magic, Illusions, Comedy & Animals. Proceeds to benefit the Sierra County Cancer Assistance program for Sierra County. All funds remain in Sierra County. Cost: $20/adults, $10/kids under 12. 575-744-4411, meltepper@valornet.com.

19 21st Annual Cactus and Succulent Festival Fort Davis, Texas. www.fortdavis.com

20 "The Archeology of Ancient New Mexico" Hubbard Museum of the American West. Ruidoso Downs, NM Dr. Phillip Shelley will make the presentation at 2 pm. 575-378-4142 www.hubbardmuseum.org

20 Annual Enchilada Dinner/Fund Raiser 5:30 to 7:00 p.m at the Glenwood Community Center. Community Meeting at 6:30, followed by elections for members of the Community Center, Library and Park Boards.

20 & 27 Guided Hikes at Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens Fort Davis, Texas. www.fortdavis.com

20 Franklin Mountains Poppies Preservation Celebration El Paso Museum of Archaeology (915) 541-4481 4301 Transmountain Road, El Paso, Texas

20 Fairbank Days Fairbank, Arizona Fairbank Days is a monthly event planned with different themes and re-enactors. Visitors can enjoy tours, exhibits and talks. This month there will be live music, art exhibits, re-enactments of "the Great Fairbank Train Robbery" and tours of the Townsite and cemetery. In addition, Tucson's 2nd Catalonian Infantry Spanish Soldiers will travel to Fairbank to perform. Visitors can participate in a hike to the Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Fairbank (on Highway 82 east of the San Pedro River between Tombstone and Whetstone) Admission: Free (donations accepted) 520-457-3062

20 Annual Mariachi Festival Patagonia, Arizona, at Patagonia Lake State Park. 12:00-5:00 pm. (520) 287-6965

20 Meeting, Mogollon Rim Fiber Guild 9 am at the Chino building on WNMU campus. Program for the month will be on art dolls and recycling. See http://mogollonrimfiberguild. blogspot.com/ for more information about the Guild.

21-23 NM Seniors Match Play Golf Tournament Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

21 Socorro General Hospital Spring Tea Socorro, NM For information: Lorraine (575) 838-0058

21 St. Paddy's Sunday Dinner and Celtic Concert Vyktoria Pratt Keating Celtic, Folk and Acoustic rock Adobe Cafe 5:00-8:00 pm Reserve, NM 575-533-6146

21 Seed Share & Pot Luck Silver City Co-Op, 11:00 to 1:00 pm. Promote local biodiversity, meet other local growers, collect or trade seeds for your garden, and bring a dish to share for thePot Luck. 520 N. Bullard, Silver City, 388-2343

21 American Legion Bingo 409 West College Ave, Silver City First and Third Sundays each month New games plus two Coveralls, Big payouts and lots of fun. Bring a friend. Open at 12:30, Games at 1:25 pm sharp

TBA Socorro General Hospital "Luck of the Irish" Spring Tea 2 pm - 4 pm Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

25 Closing Date for April edition of The "Glenwood Gazette" Call or email Publisher to have your business or event included! gale@cybermesa.com or (575) 388-4806

27 Rummage Sale Glenwood, NM 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Presented by the Woman's Club, Community Center Rummage items will be accepted on Friday March 26 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Information: Deb Nordquist (575) 539-2483 or Joanne Kopren (575) 539-2489

27 Book Sale Glenwood, NM 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Hosted by the Glenwood Library, outside large courtyard Large amounts of quality books, movies, audio tapes and cds will be available. Come and find treasures to add to your collection!

27 Eighth Annual Southwest New Mexico Dutch Oven Cook-Off

Glenwood Community Park, Tasters' Delight PotLuck at 2:00 pm. Call Leah Jones for details, donations, or entry information. (575) 539-2800

27 Socorro County Arts Spring Open House 12 noon - 4 pm Socorro, NM. Alamo Mercantile Gallery open house offers art, refreshments and live music. The Gallery is located at 1008 N. California Street. (575) 838-2724. www.socorronm.gov/events

27-28 ArtWalk Tubac, (Southern) Arizona 10am - 5pm , Explore the working artists' studios and fine art galleries for which Tubac is renowned during this annual walking tour. Free admission.

27 Elephant Butte Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament 9am shotgun start, Sierra del Rio Championship Golf Course, Elephant Butte, NM Entry fee includes green fees, cart, lunch, golf prizes and door prizes. The event raises funds for the Elephant Butte Chamber of Commerce. Contact Sierra del Rio or the Chamber at 575-744-4708. Cost: $65. 575-744-4653, info@elephantbuttechamberofcommerce.com.

27 Native Plants for Easy Care Gardens Garden with nature by adding native plants to the garden. Learn more about how to use native plants to create a colorful, low maintenance garden. The workshop begins at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces. Free to RG benefit members; $7.50 per person. Reservations requested. 575-524-1886 or e-mail gardens@zianet.com

27 Historic Fort Bayard Walking Tour 9:30am -Come see the 100 year old buildings and relive some of the history of this important military fort and hospital. Kathy Hill, who grew up at Fort Bayard will be your guide. Meet at the theater which is located on the north-east side of the hospital. Although the tour is free, donations to support the preservation of Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark are always accepted. For further information or to make reservations 575-956-3294 or 307-640-3012. Fort Bayard 575-956-3294

27 2nd Annual Friends of Fort Lancaster Turkey Fest at Fort Lancaster, Ozona, Texas www.ozona.com FMI contact Chris Elliott 432-836-4391 or Chris. Elliott@thc.state.tx.us

27 First Annual Fort Bayard Craft Sale Inside Fort Bayard's New Deal Theater. To reserve a table for a $10. call Cecilia at 575.388.4477 or 575.956.3294. Plenty of free parking. Sell or buy your spring gifts and enjoy the historic atmosphere of Old Fort Bayard. A free tour starts that morning at 9:30, so come on out! Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark is located 6 miles east of Silver City off highway 180.

27 Color Mixing Workshop Using Procion Dyes--We will work with procion dye to make a reference book for custom mixing colors to dye fabric. Sign up by March 20. Cost: $25 SWFAC Members/$30 Others with $16 materials fee payable at registration. 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver City (575) 538-5733 or www.fiberartscollective.org.

27 Beginning Rug Hooking Class 10:00 am. In this 2-hour workshop you will learn the basic skills of rug hooking and create a small wall hanging. Cost: $15 (SWFAC Member)/$20 (Nonmembers) plus $60 materials fee that includes all materials and supplies except for an embroidery hoop. The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver City Phone: 575-538-5733

27 7th Annual Hunting Heritage Banquet & Auction

Presented by The Gila Gobblers Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation Tickets: $45 Individual, $55 Couple, $15 youngsters age 12-17, $5 kids under 12 Call Don Fell (575) 388-4418 or 313-2977 Excellent Food, Games for Adults and Kids, Great Guns, Fabulous Paintings, and numerous Silent Auctions National Guard Armory, Santa Clara, NM Doors Open 5:30 PM Dinner Served 7:00 PM

27 Spring Craft Fair New Deal Theater, Fort Bayard 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Ten tables with available electrical outlets, for rent at $10 each, will be available. To reserve your table, please call 575-388-4477, 575-956-3294, or 307-640-3012.

28-30 Seery Invitational Golf Tournament Socorro, NM NM Tech Golf Course. (575) 835-5335 www.socorronm.gov/events

28 Palm Sunday

28 Second Annual "A Night of Sacred Music" will be performed at 6:00 pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Luna chapel, Luna, New Mexico. This is an all denominational musical presentation by choir, special numbers and congregational singing featuring music about The Savior Jesus Christ. Everyone is invited to attend or participate. Call Alberta @ 575-547-2476 for more info.

30 Composting & Tree Planting Workshop Free event at Dunn's Nursery & Garden Center, Silver City 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon, Local Experts on hand for Demonstrations & Questions, Refreshments Register by calling (575) 388.2883 or see website www.dunnsnurseryandgardencenter.com

31 Shakespeare Program - Who Invited Falstaff? Noon, Silver City Women's Club, 411 Silver Heights Blvd., Silver City FREE and Public Invited. Presented by the Western Institute for Lifelong Learning, 388-3717 or frosted@newmexico.com

31 Rockhound State Park Performance Legends Alive Productions of Las Cruces Performer Yolanda will be performing the Apache role of Lozen, warrior sister of Victorio, 10:00 am, Visitors Center, Rockhound State Park, Deming, NM www. FriendsofRockhound.org

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1 April Fools Day

1-25 Trappings of Texas Museum of the Big Bend, Sul Ross State University campus in Alpine, Texas

1-24 New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street,T or C The Smithsonian is coming to Truth or Consequences! America is the birthplace of more music than any place on earth, and "New Harmonies" is a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit which uncovers the roots of American music. The exhibition provides a fascinating, inspiring, and toe-tapping listen to the American story of multi- cultural exchange. (Through April 24) 9am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12pm-4pm, Cost: $5 adults, $2.50 students 6-18. 575-740-3902 www.geronimospringsmuseum.com

2 Good Friday

2-3 New Mexico State Science Fair New Mexico Tech Campus, Socorro, NM

2-4 Rose Tree Festival Historic Downtown Tombstone, AZ & Schieffelin Hall 520-457-9317 Celebrating our Silver mining history as well as the 124th Blooming of the "World's Largest Rose Tree". Concerts, "Taste of Tombstone", parade, mining displays & contests, stick pony races, variety show at 1881 Schieffelin Hall

TBA Ozona Garden Club Spring Flower Show Jerri Lynn Pierce, 325/392-2295 Ozona, (West) Texas, www.ozona.com

3 Very Large Array Guided Tours Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

3 Trinity Site Open House 8am-2pm, 75 miles northwest of Alamogordo, NM On July 16, 1945, Manhattan Project scientists detonated the world's first atomic bomb in the Jornada del Muerto desert. The Trinity Site, as it was named, is closed to the public except for two open houses each year. Drive there and walk around unescorted, or join a caravan from Alamogordo (approximately 145 miles round trip). No reservations are required, but the gates close at 2pm so get an early start! Cameras are allowed at the site during the tour. Cost: free. Contact: White Sands Missile Range, 575-678-1134. www.wsmr.army.mil/wsmr.asp

3 Whitewater Mesa Fun Kite Flying Picnic Tailgate too! Come to Glenwood and fly a kite! Plenty of space without fences to celebrate the spring winds. Walk a labyrinth too! Join us for a Free raffle drawing for a kite at 2.30pm. 12 noon - dusk at Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths, just north of Glenwood, NM. For more information www.wmlabyrinths.com or call Cordelia 575 539-2868.

3 Easter Egg Hunt Reserve, NM 11:00 AM, Catron County Fairgrounds Sponsored by the Catron County Chamber Children ages 1 to 12 are invited to come with their parents. Free hot dogs and drinks. Everyone Welcome!

3 Easter Egg Hunt Cloudcroft, NM Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Cloudcroft Kiwanis. Held in Zenith Park behind the Chamber of Commerce, 1001 James Canyon Hwy, ( Hwy 82 ). This is a free event for the kids. info 575-682-2733 www.cloudcroft.net

3 Friends of the Library Book & Bake Sale 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

3 Taste of Tubac Tubac, (Southern) Arizona 5-8pm A tasting of savory cuisine from area restaurants paired with fine wines, sponsored by the Tubac Rotary to benefit local nonprofits.

3 Reserve, NM's new American Legion Post 82 Meeting 10:00 AM, in Catron County Building Meetings to be held the first Saturday each month

3 Ralph Edwards Dinner 6pm, Moose Lodge, 202 W. Smith, T or C This event, part of the Annual Fiesta celebration, pays tribute to the devoted philanthropist and friend to our community, Ralph Edwards - the radio/TV emcee who literally put Truth or Consequences, New Mexico on the map! Contact: Truth or Consequences Fiesta, Steve Green, 575-894-2739, torcfiesta@gmail.com. http://torcfiesta.com

4 Easter Sunday

4 Easter Sunday Ham Dinner Served all day, 11:00 am to 9:00 pm At The Blue Front Café, Glenwood, NM Reservations Recommended (575) 539-2561

4 Easter Sunday Dinner Two Spirits Café, Pinos Altos, NM Two seatings: 2:00 & 4:00 pm. Call Early for Reservations: (575) 388-1659

4 Shakespeare Program - Who Invited Falstaff? 2:00 p.m., Silver City Women's Club, 411 Silver Heights Blvd., Silver City FREE and Public Invited. Presented by the Western Institute for Lifelong Learning, 388-3717 or frosted@newmexico.com.

4 American Legion Bingo 409 West College Ave, Silver City First and Third Sundays each month New games plus two Coveralls, Big payouts and lots of fun. Bring a friend Open at 12:30, Games at 1:25 pm sharp

5 Greenlee County Republican Party Meeting "Conservative Voice" Meet: First Monday of the Month, 6:30 pm Valley View Mobile Home Park, Club House, York (2 miles so of Three-Way Store, on way to Clifton, Arizona) Becky Nutt 928-965-8124

6 Meeting, Catron County Grassroots Behavioral Health Committee Health council office in Reserve, NM @ 12 noon, first Tuesday each month Information: 575/533-6940

6 Knitting Workshop: Cast-Ons and Bind-Offs 1:00 pm In this 2 hour workshop, you will learn a variety of Cast On's and Bind Off's including a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of each. Cost: $15 (SWFAC Members)/$20 (Nonmembers) Location: The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver City Phone: 575-538-5733

7 Knitted Edging Workshop 1:00 pm In this 2-hour workshop you will learn to make a beautiful knitted edging to enhance home or fashion items. Cost: $5. Location: The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver City Phone: 575-538-5733

8 "Seams Good to Me" Knitting Workshop 5:30 pm In this 2-hour workshop you will learn seaming techniques to finish a garment: the mattress stitch on garter stitch and stockinette, using a crochet hook to seam stockinette, and 3-needle bindoff. Cost: $15 (SWFAC members)/$20 (Nonmembers) Location: The Common Thread, 107 W. Broadway, Silver CityPhone: 575-538-5733

TBA 24th Annual Levis & Lace Anniversary Square Dance Festival Crockett County Civic Center. Workshop Friday from 8pm until 10:30pm and Saturday, Workshop Saturday at 2:30pm, BBQ at 5:30pm and Dance at 8pm. FMI contact Carol Adcock, 325/392-2912 or Tina Jarvis 325/393-9547. Ozona, Texas www.ozona.com

9-11 Tombstone Old West Founders Days & Rose Parade, Tombstone, Arizona Tombstone's annual March celebration known as Ed Schieffelin Territorial Days has a new name: Old West Founders Days. It still pays homage to town founder Schieffelin and is presented jointly with the popular Rose Tree Festival. Enjoy history with mining displays, performances, exhibition, the Tombstone Gun Show, "Taste of Tombstone" featuring samples from local restaurants and evening concerts as well as the Rose Parade (Tombstone is home to the "World's Largest Rose Tree," according to the Guinness record book) and the crowning of the Rose Queen! Where: Allen Street Admission: Free Info: 888-457-3929 or www.tombstonechamber.com

10-11 History of the Soldier A timeline of our military history from the Revolutionary War to present day. Presentations, mock battles, music and stage shows, military drills, fashions show, a historic baseball game and a period church service Sunday morning. The camps, horses, cannons and soldiers will all be on the parade field for this annual event. Fort Verde State Historic Park, AZ

10 Historic Fort Bayard Walking Tour 9:30am -Come see the 100 year old buildings and relive some of the history of this important military fort and hospital. Kathy Hill, who grew up at Fort Bayard will be your guide. Meet at the theater which is located on the north-east side of the hospital. Although the tour is free, donations to support the preservation of Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark are always accepted. For further information or to make reservations 575-956-3294 or 307-640-3012. Fort Bayard 575-956-3294

10 April Art Hop

6-9pm, Downtown Truth or Consequences Galleries, studios, shops and restaurants are open late on the 2nd Saturday of every month. See other listings on this site or visit the DGDA website for info on opening exhibits and other events. Cost: free. Downtown Gallery District Association, torcgalleries@gmail.com.

10 Spring Gathering in the White Mountains Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona Come on over to meet your neighbors in the White Mountains at our Spring Gathering April 10. The show is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the old Blue Ridge High School gym in Pinetop-Lakeside, tickets $10 & $5. Mountain Saddle Band, Chris Isaacs, Dakota Livesay and others. Pie silent auction, booths. Guests of honor Galyn & Roxanne Knight, Arizona Ranchers of the Year. The Spring Gathering is a fund raiser for the White Mountains Roundup in July (we have to pay Dave Stamey and Waddie Mitchell!) Ten percent goes to packages for servicemen and women overseas.

10 Copper Classic Car Show Bisbee, Arizona Early 1900s models, "modifieds," antique, low riders, hot rod trucks and motorcycles will be on display on historic Main Street. Prizes will be awarded, and there will be drawings, goody bags, food and music. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Trophies will be awarded at 2 p.m. Main Street, Old Bisbee Admission: free for spectators Info: 520-432-3554 or 1-866-2BISBEE

10 Miss Fiesta 2010 7pm, Ralph Edwards Auditorium at the Truth or Consequences Civic Center, 400 W. Fourth, T or C The Miss Fiesta Contest is sponsored annually by the Sierra County Junior Woman's Club. Young women between the ages of 16 and 21, who have lived in Sierra County for at least 6 months are eligible. Cost: $5 at the door. Contact: Sierra County Jr Women's Club, Leslie Turner, 575-497-9059.

10 Silver City American Legion Post 18 monthly meeting @10:00 am, 2nd Saturday of every month, open every Wednesday @10:00 am for coffee and donuts. 409 West College Ave, Silver City

11 Mesilla Valley Concert Band 2:00 pm Admission $10/Adults; $5/Students to age 17. Tickets at: Alotta Gelato, Chamber of Clommerce, Curious Kumquat, a.i.r. Coffee in Bayard; J.W. Art Gallery in Hurley an donline at www.gcconcerts.org WNMU Fine Arts Center Theatre, Silver City Phone: 575-538-5862

11 The Grant County Community Concert Association offers a Special Addition to its 2009-2010 season with a performance by the Mesilla Valley Concert Band at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 11, 2010 at the WNMU Fine Arts Center Theatre.

13 San Francisco Valley 4-H Club Meeting Glenwood, NM

13 Historic Mining District Tours Come learn about the important underground mining history near Bayard. It's fascinating! No walking required. Please call to reserve your seat on the bus. Bayard City Hall, 800 Central for bus pickup, 10:00 AM 575-537-3327 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

13 "Suicide 101" Workshop 4:00-8:00 PM. Reserve, NM, Location TBA Information: 575/533-6940

14 Back Country Horsemen Meeting GRMC Conference Room at 7:00 P.M., Silver City Meets second Weds. Each month, January through November

14 & 28 Meeting, Grief and Loss Support Group 4:30-6 p.m. at the Health Council Office, Reserve, NM Second and fourth Weds. Each month Information: 575/533-6940

14-18 Border Book Festival This unique festival brings together authors from around the world. Live performances, food, fun and lots of reading. Various locations. (575) 523-3988. www.borderbookfestival.org Las Cruces, NM www.las-cruces-events.org

16-18 21st Annual Big Bend Gem & Mineral Show Alpine, Texas, at Kokernot Lodge Friday & Saturday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Free Admission, demo dealers, door prize. Details, call Mary Brogan: (432) 837-3824 Or marybrogan@rocketmail.com

16-17 8th Annual "Chrome in the Dome" Classic Car and Truck Show Springerville-Eagar, ArizonaIn the Round Valley Dome Contact Chamber to become a Sponsor of this annual event: (928) 333-2123 or email info@springerville-eagarchamber.com

17-18 Tour of Socorro Mountain Bike Race Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

17 Spring Bingo sponsored by the San Francisco Valley 4-H Club Glenwood Community Center

17 Festival of Spring Celebration An all day arts & crafts fair with music performers. Lots of fun for everyone. More info to come. Big Ditch Park, Silver City 575-534-1700 www.silvercity.org 1-800-548-9378

17 Herbalism Conference all day, Truth or Consequence, NM A meeting of Herbalists inspired by the late Michael Moore. Details forthcoming. Contact: Southwest School of Botanical Medicine, 520-678-7078. www.swsbm.com/homepage/

18 American Legion Bingo 409 West College Ave, Silver City First and Third Sundays each month New games plus two Coveralls, Big payouts and lots of fun. Bring a friend Open at 12:30, Games at 1:25 pm sharp

19 Frisco CowBelles Meeting, Glenwood, NM

22 Earth Day Celebration 3 - 7 pm Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

23-24 Heritage Days Safford, Arizona http://my.calendars.net/visitgrahamco Pima - BBQ Pima School, Breakfast/Museum contact Edres Barney 928-485-3032

23-25 Benson's 5th Annual "Bluegrass in the Park"

On the Grass at Lions Park, Benson, Arizona Bring Lawn Chairs & Blankets www.bluegrassben.com www.bensonchamberaz.com (520) 586-2842

24 Tyrone Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering

Fourteen top cowboy poets, musicians and singers from around the country. Free shows all day, from 10 am til 5 PM. All star night show at 7 PM. Tickets - $10 at Morning Star, Circle Heart and TPOA office. Tyrone Community Center, 50 Malachite Ave., Tyrone NM (just south of Silver City) Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org Western Vendors & Sponsors are invited to contact event organizer Pete Kennedy (575-534-074) or see our website www.tyronecowboygathering.com

24-25 The Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic will be coming to Glenwood, NM's Community Center on these days to perform low-cost spay and neutering for your animals. To participate in the program, call Laurie Ford at 575) 539.2503 so we can have an accurate count Of how many will attend.

24 Historic Fort Bayard Walking Tour 9:30am -Come see the 100 year old buildings and relive some of the history of this important military fort and hospital. Kathy Hill, who grew up at Fort Bayard will be your guide. Meet at the theater which is located on the north-east side of the hospital. Although the tour is free, donations to support the preservation of Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark are always accepted. For further information or to make reservations 575-956-3294 or 307-640-3012. Fort Bayard 575-956-3294

24 Cowboy Poets Safford, Arizona Library http://my.calendars.net/visitgrahamco Safford City Library contact B. Dryden 928-428-6481

24 Dia Del Nino 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

24 Rabies Clinic, Spay & Neuter Clinic & Bake Sale sponsored by the San Francisco Valley 4-H Club Glenwood Community Center

24-25 Truth or Consequences Fiesta Golf Tournament Shotgun starts at 8:30am , Truth or Consequences Municipal, 685 Marie, T or C Info for this event is from the 2009 tournament. 2010 info will be provided as soon as it is available! --- 2-Person team format, 36 holes. 1 Day Scramble / 1 Day Best Ball. Full handicap and flighted by handicap. Mixed flights and Senior flight (age 65+ both players) available. Player evaluation on Friday evening. Cost: $200 per team. Contact: Fiesta Committee, Howie Tucker, 575-894-2603, howieprodog@yahoo.com

24 Second Annual Lincoln County Cowboy Dinner & Dance Capitan, NM Featuring great music from Joe Delk, Bucky Allred & other talented musicians

24-26 La Vuelta De Bisbee Bisbee, Arizona The 29th year of the three-day staged bicycling event includes time trials, a circuit race and a road race covering Bisbee, Hereford, and Tombstone. Info: 520-432-5795 or www.lvdb.info

24-26 Southeastern Arizona Fine Art Show Willcox, Arizona This event showcases artwork from all over southeast Arizona. An artists' reception will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday. Sponsored by the Art League of Willcox. When: Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Willcox Community Center 520-384-2658

26-27 La Viña Blues & Jazz Thing A weekend of good music and good wine hosted by New Mexico's oldest winery. La Viña Winery, La Union. (575) 882-7632. www.nmwine.com Las Cruces, NM www.las-cruces-events.org

26 "Enter the Haggis" New Mexico Tech Macey Center, Socorro, NM Presented by NM Tech Performing Arts Series (575) 835-5688

27 Socorro County Arts Open House Art Demonstrations, Music, Art Workshops, Refreshments at the Alamo Mercantile and Gallery. 1008 N. California St., Socorro, NM (575) 838-272

28 SRAM "Tour of the Gila" Professional Bike Race

SRMA brings pro-biking to town, April 28 through May 2. Teams come from all over the country. In 2009 we were fortunate to have the Lance Armstrong team riding. An exciting time in Silver City/Grant County. Grant County, 575-388-3222 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

30 "M" Mountain AYSO Soccer Tournament Socorro, NM, www.socorronm.gov/events

30 61st Annual Fiesta 10am-10pm, Truth or Consequences-at-large (through May 2) Held annually since 1950, Truth or Consequences comes together to celebrate with a parade, rodeo, music, a carnival, a junk boat race, games in the park, and much more. Theme for 2010: Fiesta Goes Hollywood! Cost: free. Fiesta Planning Committee, Gina Kelley, 575-740-3902, info@torcfiesta.com. http://www.torcfiesta.com

30 Cochise Days Festival Pearce & Sunsites, Arizona (through May 2) Friday night kickoff with talent show & vendors. Parade Saturday morning at 10 am , and Car show, wine tasting, art show, entertainment, silent auction, street dance, etc. ; Golf tournament & vendors Sunday. www.PearceSunsitesChamber.org

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1-2 SRAM Tour of the Gila SRMA brings pro-biking to town, April 28 through May 2. Teams come from all over the country. In 2009 we were fortunate to have the Lance Armstrong team riding. An exciting time in Silver City/Grant County. Grant County, 575-388-3222 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

TBA Willcox Rod & Classic Car Show Willcox, Arizona The 4th annual car show will be held in the Willcox Historic District on Railroad Ave. For information contact the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture at 520-384-2272 or willcoxchamber@vtc.net or the Rex Allen Museum at 520-384-4583 or info@rexallenmuseum.org. Flyer & Registration Form.

1-2 61st Annual Fiesta 10am-10pm, Truth or Consequences-at-large Held annually since 1950, Truth or Consequences comes together to celebrate with a parade, rodeo, music, a carnival, a junk boat race, games in the park, and much more. Theme for 2010: Fiesta Goes Hollywood! Cost: free. Contact: Fiesta Planning Committee, Gina Kelley, 575-740-3902, info@torcfiesta.com. http://www.torcfiesta.com

1 Reserve, NM's new American Legion Post 82 Meeting 10:00 AM, in Catron County Building Meetings to be held the first Saturday each month

1-2 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta A traditional Mexican fiesta honoring Mexico's second revolution. Experience traditional Mexican music, food and dancing on the historic Old Mesilla Plaza. (575) 524-3262. www.oldmesilla.org Las Cruces, NM www.las-cruces-events.org

2 American Legion Bingo, 409 West College Ave, Silver City First and Third Sundays each month New games plus two Coveralls, Big payouts and lots of fun. Bring a friend Open at 12:30, Games at 1:25 pm sharp

3 Greenlee County Republican Party Meeting "Conservative Voice" Meet: First Monday of the Month, 6:30 pm Valley View Mobile Home Park, Club House, York (2 miles so of Three-Way Store, on way to Clifton, Arizona) Becky Nutt 928-965-8124

4 Meeting, Catron County Grassroots Behavioral Health Committee Health council office in Reserve, NM @ 12 noon, first Tuesday each month Information: 575/533-6940

5 Cinco de Mayo

5 25th Anniversary of Silver City MainStreet All day! 1-800-548-9378 SilverCityMainStreet.com

7-8 VIVA New Mexico 2010 A celebration of New Mexico's talents. More info to come. WNMU Fine Art Center Theatre 575-519-9738 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

7 Hi Lo Silvers Spring Concert First Presbyterian Church on Swan Street, 3:00 PM 575-388-8771 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

8 Silver City American Legion Post 18 monthly meeting @10:00 am, 2nd Saturday of every month open every Wednesday @10:00 am for coffee and donuts. 409 West College Ave, Silver City

9 Mothers' Day

9 Hi Lo Silvers Spring Concert First Presbyterian Church on Swan Street, 3:00 PM 575-388-8771 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

11 San Francisco Valley 4-H Club Meeting, Glenwood, NM

11 Historic Mining District Tours Come learn about the important underground mining history near Bayard. It's fascinating! No walking required. Please call to reserve your seat on the bus. Bayard City Hall, 800 Central for bus pickup, 10:00 AM 575-537-3327 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

12 Back Country Horsemen Meeting GRMC Conference Room at 7:00 P.M., Silver City Meets second Weds. Each month, January through November

13 Hunt Family Fiddlers The Hunt Family Fiddlers are an award-winning family of Irish step dancers, fiddlers and singers. Audiences around the world have marveled at their sheer talent, skill and showmanship. The family performs Celtic, bluegrass, inspirational and popular tunes, serving up a unique blend with every show.Individual admission $20; Reduced price, Early Bird memberships for the 2010-2011 season can be purchased at this concert. WNMU Fine Arts Center Theatre, 8:30 PM 575-538-5862 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org

15 Armed Forces Day

15 Blessing of the Field (Formerly the La Fiesta de San Ysidro) A celebration of New Mexico's 3,000 year-old farming heritage, featuring farming demonstrations, mariachi music, folklorico dancers, and a blessing of the fields, all capped off with an evening dance. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. (575) 522-4100. www.frhm.org Las Cruces, NM www.las-cruces-events.org

15 25th Anniversary of Silver City MainStreet Project More info to come. Silco Theater, Silver City

15 Hand-Painted Silk Gift/Wine Bags Class 9:00 am Create your very own unique silk gift/wine bags in this 4 hour workshop. All materials provided to make two beautiful silk bags using a soy wax resist technique. Cost: $25 (SWFAC member)/$30 (Nonmember) plus $25 materials fee (2 gift bags). Thunder Creek/Western Stationers, 703 N. Bullard 575-538-5733

16 American Legion Bingo, 409 West College Ave, Silver City First and Third Sundays each month New games plus two Coveralls, Big payouts and lots of fun. Bring a friend Open at 12:30, Games at 1:25 pm sharp

17 Frisco CowBelles Meeting, Glenwood, NM

20 Color for Quilters Class In this 6-session class you will come to a better understanding of the effective use of color in quilts through examples and hands-on exercises. (Through June 24) $70 SWFAC members; $75 others. Sign up by May 13. 703 S. Bullard St. (Thunder Creek/Western Stationers) 575-538-5733

22-24 Southern New Mexico Wine Festival Visitors can sample wine from the many New Mexico wineries as well as enjoy live entertainment and local vendors. Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds. (575) 522-1232. www.nmwine.com Las Cruces, NM www.las-cruces-events.org

May (TBA) 2010: Willcox Rod & Classic Car Show The 4th annual car show will be held in the Willcox Historic District on Railroad Ave. For information contact the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture at 520-384-2272 or willcoxchamber@vtc.net or the Rex Allen Museum at 520-384-4583 or info@rexallenmuseum.org. Flyer & Registration Form.

28-30 Annual Blues Festival The Blues Festival si a free concert in the park. Lots of name blues musicians as well as locals. Gough Park 575-538-2505 Silver City, NM, www.silvercity.org 31 Memorial Day 31 Memorial Day Ceremony, Ozona Cemetery. FMI contact Frank Tambunga 325/392-2827 Ozona, (West) Texas, www.ozona.com 31 Memorial Day Ceremony, Ozona Cemetery. FMI contact Frank Tambunga 325/392-2827 Ozona, (West) Texas, www.ozona.com

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Ongoing Glenwood, Catron County & Southwest New Mexico

Veterinary Services Mobile Vet Unit coming on Thursdays. 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month in Reserve, 2nd Thursday of the Month in the Quemado and 4th Thursday of the month in Pie Town. People can call 575-835-8959 or 575-418-7674. More helpful info at: bigcountryvet.com The vet is Dr. Jack Duncan, DVM and family, for both small and large animals.

Glenwood's Senior Center Open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Lunch is served at noon for to anyone 60 or older and their spouses. Seniors are requested to make a donation for their meal; guests are allowed, but must pay the full price of the meal. Those wanting to eat at the center are asked to call by 9:00 a.m. to reserve a lunch for that day. The phone number is 539-2522.

The Blue Front Café in Glenwood is closed Monday and Tuesday, and for Weds. lunch, reopening Weds. evening for dinner at 5:00 pm. Dining Specials are Ribs on Weds., Catfish on Friday, and Bucky's Barbeque on the weekends! (575) 539.2561 - Café will be closed January 3 temporarily: call for days and hours open.

Glenwood Bible Study Held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. The location varies. Call Charlie Duree at 575-539-2241 for details. Sponsored by Shofar Cowboy Ministries, Outlaw Trails Chapter. All are welcome

Fun on Horseback! The mountain scenery is beautiful, so come enjoy a Daytime Horseback Ride at Gila Wilderness Ventures, Glenwood, NM. Call or E-Mail Outfitter Leah Jones: gilaleahjones@gmail.com. (575) 539.2800, Toll-Free: 1-866-677-2008. or visit the website www.gilawildernessventures.com

Catron County Historical Society Meeting Held at different locations in Catron County. Come join the Historical Society as a member! For more information, call Eric (575) 773-4152

Glenwood Woman's Club Regular Meeting 7:00 PM. Glenwood Community Center, Glenwood, NM First Thursday each month, September-May

San Francisco Valley 4-H Club Meeting, Glenwood, NM Meets Second Tuesday each month

Glenwood Yoga Classes are held in the Glenwood Community Center on Menges Lane next door to the Library. Mats are provided. Level: 1-2 on Mondays and Thursdays at 4:00 pm and Level: Absolute Beginners on Thursdays at 9:00 am. New class just added, on Mondays at 6:00 pm (Level 1). Classes last 90 minutes. First class is free! Thereafter each class is $5. Cordelia Rose: 575 539-2868, cordelia@starband.net

Sundays Worship Services Datil Community Presbyterian Church has worship service every Sunday at 10:00 am. Minister Rev. Randy Pence has come from Albuquerque every week for 17 years for our services. We are small in number, but still alive and well! You don't have to be a Presbyterian to come, we welcome anyone and everyone to join us in worship. Anne Schwebke: 772-5602.

Ongoing Silver City Area

Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon for the Silver City Grant County Chamber Held second Weds. Each month. 12 Noon to 1 pm. Cost $10. We invite you to join us and take the opportunity to meet members of the board‚ Chamber staff and other Chamber members at this luncheon. This is a great opportunity for networking. The Red Barn Family Steakhouse, 708 Silver Heights Blvd (Hwy 180) On the web: www.silvercity.org Call for information: (575) 538-3785

Back Country Horsemen Meeting GRMC Conference Room at 7:00 P.M., Silver City Meets second Weds. Each month, January through November

Ladies' Cancer Support Luncheon 3rd Wednesday of the month, 11:45-1:00. Call Linda Nichols for each month's location. (575) 388 3521

Silver City T.E.A. (Taxed Enough Already) Party Patriots Meet every Thursday, 6:00 p.m. New Mexico Art Glass Center 416 N. Bullard in Silver City 575-534-8285 for more information Bring an extra chair--so many people!

The Compassionate Friends. 6:30-8 pm, Episcopal Church 7 & Texas Sts (enter from parking lot in back). Program topic varies. The group offers a comforting network of support, friendship and understanding to anyone who has lost a child, grandchild, or sibling. 388-3882. Call for dates.

Thursdays Gentle Workout Yoga. 1-2pm, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, corner 7th &Texas, Silver City, in the fellowship hall. Enter through the back door (facing Arizona St). Free.

Silver City Museum Silver City, NM Located in downtown Silver City‚ 4 blocks west of Highway 90‚ the Silver City Museum is open with free admission 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM Tuesday through Friday and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturdays and Sundays. It is closed Mondays. Guided group tours available by prior arrangement. 312 West Broadway. 505-538-5921. Email: scmuseum@zianet.com. Website: www.silvercitymuseum.org

WNMU Museum Free admission and fully handicapped accessible. Exhibits include Mimbres pottery‚ basketry and other artifacts in the Eisele Collection of Prehistoric Southwestern Pottery and Artifacts‚ Casas Grandes pottery‚ pottery and artifacts of prehistoric Southwestern cultures‚ Maria Martinez‚ San Ildefonso‚ and Santa Clara pottery in the Geneva Back Collection‚ historic Navajo rugs and more. 1000 West College Avenue. 1000 West College Avenue 575-538-5386.

Walking Tours of Ft. Bayard National Historic Landmark Tour begins at the Fort Bayard Theater located near the northeast corner of the hospital. Fort Bayard Theater. Call for dates (usually twice each month): (575) 388-4477

Weds-Sunday JW Art Gallery in Hurley, NM, just east of Silver City Fine Art, Museum, Gift Shop and Custom Framing in Hurley's Historic Old Store (575) 537-0300

Ongoing Sundays afternoons - Every first and third Sunday - American Legion Post # 18 BINGO. Doors open at 12:30 pm. Games start at 1:35 pm. Proceeds support Post charities. 409 W. College Avenue, Silver City. 534-0780.

Saturdays Cool Saturday Classes at A Bead or Two, Silver City 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Information: (575) 388.8973

Victory Assembly of God 604 N Bayard St, Santa Clara NM Women's Bible study and breakfast 9:00 am (Third Saturday each month) Women's Life Changer's Study 9:00 am (First Saturday each month) Children's Bible Study (up to ages 11) 9:00 am (First Saturday each month)

Second Saturday Book Sale Market Street, Sponsored by Silver City Friends of the Library Members Only: 9am-10am; General Public: 10am-2pm. Memberships may be purchased at the door, and partrons are asked to leave their pets at home.

Lunchtime De-Stressing Meditations Tuesdays and Thursdays from Noon to 12:45 at the New Church of the Southwest Desert 1302 Bennett Street in Silver City. 313-4087

Diabetes Discussion/Support Group ~ Monthly brown bag lunch meeting from 12 to 1 PM at the Coop Extension Service Meeting Room at 2610 N. Silver St. on the first Wednesday of the month. Bring your diabetes concerns or just come for some tea and sympathy. Call Dept. of Health at 538-5318, Ex. 129 for information. No reservations needed, just come join us to participate or just to listen.

The Anglican Church of Silver City meets each Sunday at 3:00 PM in the old church at the corner of Arizona and 7th Streets. (575) 536.3999

The J. Cloyd Miller Library at Western New Mexico University in Silver City: Usual hours (during academic sessions) are Monday-Thursday 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday 1:00 to 5:00 pm, Sunday 3:00 to 9:00 pm. (575) 538.6350

Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society Meeting Silver City, NM The Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society meets on the second Thursday of the month. A pot luck supper begins at 6 pm, followed by the meeting at 7:00 pm. All welcome. Contact the Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society at PO Box 1555, Silver City, NM 88062. Silver City Senior Center.

Field Trip, Grant County Rolling Stones Gem and Mineral Society Third Saturdays each month For more information, call Kyle at kyyote@msn.com or 538-5706

Program and Luncheon, AARP Widowed Persons Service 11:00 AM , Red Barn, Silver City. Meets second Monday of each month. Information: Betty Fell, 388-2619

Habitat's for Humanity's ReStore Silver City, NM. Winter Hours: Wed, Thurs, Fri 1-4, Sat 9-1. Donations of gently used household items, working appliances and construction items needed 538-9540 or 534-9727. Will pick-up!

Ongoing Historical Mine Tours of The Mining District Near Silver City, NM The Mining District Historical mine tour begins at the Bayard City Hall on the second Tuesday of every month. People are asked to call the City Hall at 537-3327 and let them know you plan to attend the tour so we will know what size bus to request. The price of the tour is $5.00 and a tour guide and brochures will be furnished. The tour goes from Bayard to Santa Rita with five stops in between where the guide will give a bit of history and interesting happenings in the local underground mines at each stop. The tour take about an hour and a half. A short time is also given at the Santa Rita lookout to view the new kiosk and the open pit mine. Bayard to Santa Rita. 537-3327

San Vicente Art Walk Self Guided Tours - While you're in Silver City‚ take the Self-Guided Art Walk and visit the galleries and studios in the area. The self-guided tour is sponsored by San Vicente Artists of Silver City and promoted through the Artists Guide. The guide lists information on each of our member artists‚ has a directory of the participating galleries and studios‚ and includes maps showing the gallery and studio locations. Call SVA for details at 388-4854. 505-388-4854. Email: sva@gilanet.com. Website: www.silvercityartists.org

Mondays Women's Co-Dependents Anonymous Monday Night Meeting, 6:00 pm at 505 W. Yankee (white house at the corner of Yankee and Bayard), Silver City. Details, call 388-2237 ext. 13

Autism Support Group Silver City autism support group, the Autism Circle, meets every 3rd Friday of the month at 315 S. Hudson, Suite 26, at 6 pm. The Autism Circle consist of parents, relatives, educators & community members who are educating and supporting those who live with Autism or other Developmental Disabilities. For more information on the group, contact Elaine Prejean, 537-5159, elaineprejean@msn.com; Paulette Shephard, 538-3108; or Peggy Humble, 538-1983. Silver City Autism Circle. 315 S. Hudson Suite 26 ( Hudson Plaza) Email: eprejean@bamhs.com.

Bike Club Anybody who can ride a bike is welcome! Meet at Penny Park. Bring your bike and helmet or call us to arrange to borrow a bike. Helmets are available. M,W,TH - 3:30-5:30PM Tue: 5:15-7:15PM. Penny Park 534-2953. Email: bethanysaunders@gmail.com.

Ongoing Southern New Mexico

Closing Date for monthly edition of The "Glenwood Gazette" Usually around the 20th of the preceding month Call or email Publisher to have your business or event included! gale@cybermesa.com or (575) 388-4806

Friends of Rockhound State Park Deming, NM Garden Care Meeting held the third Weds. of each month, January-November. "Friends" Meetings held the last Weds. of each month, January-November, 10:00 am. www.FriendsofRockhound.org. (575) 546-6182

Shakespeare Ghost Town Tours south of Lordsburg, NM Call for dates. (575) 542-9034

"Art Hop" Truth or Consequences, NM Held second Saturday of each month at various venues. www.torcart.com

Las Cruces Farmers & Crafts Market, every Weds & Saturday, 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Growers and vendors selling locally grown produce and homemade crafts. As of September 5, 2009, the Market moves to a new location at the corner of Main Street and Las Cruces Avenue. (575) 541-2288, www.lascrucescvb.org This market continues all year long.

Sunset Stroll Nature Walk White Sands National Monument, NM Every day, except major holidays. White Sands is 45 miles east of Las Cruces on Hwy. 70. Call for times for this one-hour ranger-guided walk. (575) 679-2599

New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, Las Cruces. Explore farming, ranching, and rural life in New Mexico! Museum Tours, Seminars and Exhibits. www.nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/ (575) 522.4100

Deming Livestock Auction, every Weds, 9:30 am (575) 546.8851

Sierra County Historical Society Monthly Meeting 7pm, Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street, T or C. All are welcome to attend the Sierra County Historical Society meeting on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Free. Contact: Sierra County Historical Society, Pat Rocco, 575-743-2511 pmcaballo@zianet.com

Ongoing New Mexico

Ongoing The El Malpais National Conservation Area is open year round with a free campground, picnic area and great hiking opportunities. The BLM Ranger Station on Hwy 117 is open daily from 8:30 -4:30 (except Christmas Day) and we have displays, a book store and rangers to answer questions of how best to experience this beautiful area in winter. El Malpais is north of Catron County near Grants, New Mexico

Crownpoint Rug Auction Crownpoint,, NM (east of Gallup) 300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00 pm and runs until 6:00 pm. Auction begins at 7:00 pm. Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, Call for dates: (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

Ongoing Arizona

Casa Malpais Museum and Archaeological Park will be closed on Sundays and Mondays from September 8th to Memorial Day 2010. Casa Malpais will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. To visit the site is by guided tour only, tours will be at 9am , 11am and 2pm, weather permitting. For more information, please call 928-333-5375

First Monday each month: The Greenlee County Republican Party meets the first Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the Duncan Senior Center, High Street, Duncan, AZ. Contact info is: becky@azcommerceexchange.com or 970-275-2569.

Saturdays The Alpine Area Library Friends Thrift Store is now open every Saturday. www.alpinearizona.com Alpine, Arizona

Kartchner Caverns State Park, Benson, Arizona Cave Tour Discount, every day, June 1 through September 4, 2009 Adults $ 12. (save $6.95) Youth $5.00 (save $4.95) For tickets, call (520) 586-2283. www.azstateparks.com

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