Organizer: The El Grito Head Start Program
Location: 303 South Copper Street,Silver City,NM,88061

The El Grito Head Start Program is now recruiting for the 2010 to 2011 school year. 3 and 4 year old children and children with special needs are accepted. 5 year old children that do not meet the Kindergarten public school age deadline of August 31st are also accepted. You may pick up an application at the Head Start Center located 303 South Copper Street in Silver City. For more information call 575-538-5459.

Organizer: Chino Federal Credit Union
Location: 2290 Superior Street,Silver City,NM,88061

There is a telephone scam circulating claiming that your Chino Federal Credit Union ATM or debit card has been blocked. The call asks you to speak with a “representative” to verify your account information. This call is a scam and should be disregarded. Hang up immediately if you receive such a call. Credit unions, banks and other legitimate financial institution will NEVER call you to verify your account or ask for sensitive account information. Never give your personal or account information to anyone who calls you. If you have any doubt about the caller, hang up and call the institution requesting information. Chino Federal Credit Union is committed to protecting your account information and your privacy. Chino Federal Credit Union will never call you and ask to verify your account information. We want to remind our members that your account information is secure and is not affected by this telephone scam. Learn more about this telephone scam by vis

Organizer: The Gila National Forest
Location: The Gila National Forest,Silver City and Surrounding Area,NM,88061

Fire danger is high on the Gila National Forest causing the potential for wildfire activity to increase as summer approaches and conditions become drier. Although the Gila National Forest is not under any fire restrictions at this time, fire managers are monitoring conditions closely and will continue to evaluate the need to go into fire restrictions as fire season progresses. Memorial Day draws many visitors to the forest for the holiday weekend. The public is urged to be extra careful if fire is part of a recreational activity, such as cook-outs and campfires. Embers can be carried by the wind to nearby grass fields and forested areas, resulting in a wildfire that can pose a threat to people and property. Make your outdoor excursion a happy and safe one by following these fire prevention tips: • Clear a campfire site down to bare soil. • Keep all flammable objects away from fire. • Keep your campfire small. • Never leave a campfire unattended even while you sleep.

Organizer: The Home Delivered Meal Program
Location: Surrounding Areas,Silver City,NM,88061

The Home Delivered Meal Program is in need of volunteers to drive, pack meals and deliver meals into the home. If you have time to spare and for more information call 575-546-8823.

Organizer: Turtleback Childcare
Location: 2609 Camino Del Bosque,Silver City,New Mexico,88061

Turtleback Childcare is now open for enrollment to the community.Please call Scott at 538-8888 or stop by 2609 Camino Del Bosque.

Organizer: Deming Senior Center
Location: The Deming Senior Center 800 South Granite Street,Deming,NM,88030

The Rambling Rose Line Dancers will meet Monday and Tuesday afternoons, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, beginning August 9th at the Deming Senior Center located 800 South Granite. Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced dancers are invited to attend. Come join them for some fun exercise. For more information call 575-546-8823.

Organizer: The Southern New Mexico Resource Advisory Committee
Location: Gila National Forest,Silver City,NM,88061

The Southern New Mexico Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is seeking proposals for projects that enhance forest ecosystems (environment functioning) or restore and improve land health and water quality on the Cibola, Gila, and Lincoln National Forests and other adjacent lands in Catron, Grant, Lincoln, Otero, Socorro, and Sierra Counties. The RAC committee has nearly $2,005,000 to allocate to projects this year, made available through the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act for fiscal years 2008 and 2009 Title II monies (http://www.fs.fed.us/srs/Title-II.shtml). Proposals and Title II monies will be recommended by the RAC to the Designated Federal Official (DFO), Al Koss, based on each affected County’s Title II monies allocation percentage. The RAC will be funded annually for an additional two years with slightly declining amounts each year. The RAC works closely with Forest Service land managers to recommend projects that benefit forest health, fish, wildlife, soils, watersheds, and other resources; maintain roads, trails, and other infrastructure (basic structures needed for a society or the services/facilities necessary for an economy to function); or control noxious weeds. Contact the National Forest District Ranger that would be affected by your proposal (http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/contact/forestoffices.shtml) prior to submittal for their input. RAC projects must be located on National Forest lands in Catron, Grant, Lincoln, Otero, Socorro, and Sierra Counties or on other adjacent lands if the project(s) benefit resources on the National Forest. Projects can be completed by Forest Service personnel, through partnership agreements, or by open-bid contracting with individuals and businesses. Individuals, non-profit organizations, and local governments can submit Title II project proposals. RAC Project Preview forms and instructions are available on the Secure Rural Schools Resource Advisory Committees website at https://wwwnotes.fs.fed.us/wo/secure_rural_schools.nsf/Web_Project_Submit_Pre?OpenForm&ParentUNID=A1EEDD100A6ECF4588257545005A4787. Proposals should be submitted electronically on the Southern New Mexico RAC website or sent hardcopy to the RAC Coordinator Patti Turpin/RAC Coordinator at the Lincoln National Forest Supervisor’s Office, 3463 Las Palomas Rd, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310 after they have received input for the affected District Ranger. Proposals must be submitted by close of business October 1, 2010 for timely review and discussion. The RAC will begin reviewing projects for possible funding recommendation during their meeting in November 2010. The public is welcome to attend all RAC meetings which are announced through the Federal Register and news releases in the local newspapers of record. For more information on the RAC or to learn more about proposing projects please contact RAC DFO, Al Koss, at 575-536-2250 or RAC Coordinator, Patti Turpin at 575-434-7230.

Organizer: The Wilderness Ranger District Gila National Forest
Location: Forest Road 150 located about 14 miles on NM Highway 35,Silver City,NM,88061

Maintenance and rehabilitation of Forest Road 150 also known as the North Star Mesa Road located about 14 miles on NM Highway 35 in now in progress. Travelers may encounter delays of 2 to 4 hours at times throughout the duration of the project. For more information call 575-536-2250.

Organizer: Grant County Soccer
Location: Morningstar Sports Store located on Bullard Street,Silver City,NM,88061

Grant County Youth Soccer Fall season starts Sept. 11. To register go to Morningstar Sports Store on Bullard Street or www.eayso.org. See www.grantcountysoccer.org for more information. Games are every Saturday from 8:30 am to noon. It is a great time for the family & friends to all be together.

Organizer: The Southwest Solid Waste Authority
Location: Silver City Landfill,Silver City,NM,88061

The Southwest Solid Waste Authority has gone live with new software and will require a driver’s when arriving at the Landfill. Also everyone is reminded to please be patient due to the busier than normal activity at the Landfill. For more information call 575-388-8051.

Organizer: WNMU
Location: WNMU,Silver City,NM,88061

GED Prep, ESL, and Citizenship Classes will be starting on August 23 in Silver City, Deming and Lordsburg. Call Watts Hall at 575-574-5101 for days and times stop by between 8 am and 4:30 pm to sign up. All classes are free of charge. It's never too late!

Organizer: Arroyo Vista Senior Living
Location: Arroyo Vista Senior Living 815 Adobe Drive,Deming,NM,88030

Did you know that veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for over 1,000. to 2,0000 per month to cover their long term care costs. Veteran's Aid and Attendance Pension Informational Seminar August 24th at 6pm OR September 7th at 2pm Arroyo Vista Senior Living 815 Adobe Drive Deming, NM Limited seats available RSVP 546-0546 Transportation Available Upon Request This event is FREE

Organizer: The Deming Senior Center
Location: The Deming Senior Center 800 South Granite Street,Deming,NM,88030

The Deming Senior Center offers Osteoporosis Exercise Class every day but Wednesday, at 10 am, at the Center. These classes are designed to improve balance and strength to help prevent falls. New members are welcome anytime and you are encouraged to exercise at your own pace. For more information call 575-546-8823

Organizer: Fort Bayard Book Club
Location: Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark New Deal Theater,Bayard,NM,88023

Fort Bayard Book Club will meet at 7 PM in the Fort Bayard National Historic Landmark New Deal Theater on Wed. Sept 1, 2010. Everyone interested is welcome. Currently the group is discussing Billington's book, Buffalo Soldiers of NM through Chapter 4. Historian Bill Kupke of the Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society, is leading the group discussion. The focus of the group is to learn more about our local history. Used, but in good condition, books can be purchased before the meeting 575.956.3294 or at the club meeting. Hope to see you there! Fort Bayard is located just 6 miles east of Silver City, NM. Kathy Hill, Secretary, Fort Bayard HPS 575.536.3161

Organizer: Silver City Fire Department
Location: Wal-Mart Super Center,Silver City,NM,88061

Silver City Fire Fighters Local 2430 will be kicking off the Fill the Boot campaign to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Silver City fire fighters will be conducting this starting September 1st and running through September 3rd, from 1 to 5pm each day at the entrances to Wal-Mart Super Center. For more information contact Silver City Fire Department at 1-575-538-2901

Organizer: Hidalgo Medical Services
Location: Bayard Community Center located 209 Hurley Avenue,Bayard,NM,88023

Free Pre-Natal YOGA classes are available at the Bayard Community Center. Classes will be held every Friday at 5:30 pm by a certified nurse mid wife and family nurse practitioner. For more information call the Cobre Clinic at 575-537-5069. These classes are sponsored by Hidalgo Medical Services.

Organizer: The Grant County Sheriff's Department
Location: The Grant County Sheriff's Department,Silver City,NM,88061

The Grant County Sheriff’s Department will conduct Roadblocks and Saturation Patrols during the month of September. During this month officers will be looking for persons driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs. For more information call 575-574-0111.

Organizer: The Deming Senior Center
Location: The Deming Senior Center 800 South Granite Street,Deming,NM,88061

Bingo is held every Wednesday night at the Deming Senior Center located 800 South Granite. The doors open at 5pm; games begin at 6pm. Prizes range from 125 to 250 dollars with a winner take all at the end of the session. Proceeds from the games are used for programs at the Center. This is a non-smoking Bingo. For more information call 575-546-8823.

Organizer: The Upper Mimbres Volunteer Fire and Rescue
Location: 3072 Highway 35, just South of the Post Office,Mimbres Valley,NM,88049

The Upper Mimbres Volunteer Fire and Rescue will be hosting a Labor Day Weekend Spaghetti Dinner September 4th, from 11 to 6pm, at the Main Station located 3072 Highway 35, just South of the Post Office. Cost is 6 dollars a plate and delivery is available anywhere in the Mimbres Valley. Support the Upper Mimbres Volunteer Fire and Rescue and enjoy great spaghetti, a bake sale and homemade ice cream.

Organizer: Our Lady of Fatima Church
Location: Bataan Memorial Park Hall,Bayard,NM,88023

A Dance to benefit Our Lady of Fatima Church will be held September 11th, from 8 to midnight, at Bataan Memorial Park Hall on Fort Bayard Road. Tickets are 5 dollars a piece. For more information call 1-575-538-9028.

Organizer: The Silver City Grant County Widowed Persons Service
Location: WNMU Cafeteria,Silver City,NM,88061

The Silver City/Grant County Widowed Persons Service will hold its monthly meeting at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 13, at the WNMU Cafeteria. Our speaker will be Peggy Hart. The cost to attend is $10 for the lunch and program. For information call 575-538-9344.

Organizer: D-A-V Services
Location: Two locations,Silver City and T or C,NM,88061

So many veterans feel confused about benefits and services they’ve earned. There’s so much to know...and so many changes from one year to the next. That’s why the nonprofit Disabled American Veterans (D-A-V) offers help. The DAV Mobile Service Office will be located at the following locations to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. Like all D-A-V services, help from the Mobile Service Office is free to all veterans and members of their families.September 15, 2010; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; VA Outpatient Clinic, 1302 32nd Street, Silver City, New Mexico. September 16, 2010; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; VA Outpatient Clinic, 1960 North Date Street, Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. For further information, please contact NSO Gary Prescott at (505) 346-4864.

Organizer: The Grant County Health Council
Location: Penny Park,Silver City,NM,88061

The Red Hot Children's Fiesta is celebrating the Gila River's Web-of-Life! Come join the fun Saturday, September 18th, from 10 to 2, at Penny Park, 1305 North Grant Street in Silver City. There will be prizes for EVERY child who participates! NEW booths, toys, games, and tons of fun for everyone and raffles for 50 dollar Toy Town Gift Certificates. ...AND THE BEST PART... at the Red Hot Children's Fiesta EVERYTHING IS FREE, including entrance in all the raffles. Don't miss the Live Raptor shows and Zoo-To- You in the Amphitheater. That is Saturday, September 18th, 10 to 2, at Penny Park. And check out all the activities at 6th Annual Gila River Festival from Sept. 16 to 19. with many activities and adventures for the entire family. Sponsored by Grant County Health Council and the Gila River Festival. Call 388-1198 for more information.

Organizer: Gila Regional Medical Center
Location: GRMC Hospice,SIlver City,NM,88061

Gila Regional Medical Center Hospice is offering a 6-week class, “GROWING THROUGH GRIEF”, to assist adults adjusting to life after the death of a loved one. The class starts in October. It must be at least 4 months since your loss to participate in this class. Those interested should call Chris McIntosh, Bereavement Counselor for more information or to register at 574-4934. Chris McIntosh, LPC, NCC Bereavement Counselor GRMC Hospice (575) 574-4934

Organizer: Discover Hidalgo County
Location: Lordsburg's North Park,Lordsburg,NM,88045

This event is being sponsored by several local nonprofits: Bootheel Ministerial Alliance, Bootheel Youth Association, COmmunity PRIDE, DWI, HEROES Project, Hidalgo Youth Services, Oasis Compassion Services, Salvation Army Emergencey Fund, CARES Suicide Prevention, and Toys For Tots. Local tourist attractions in Hidalgo County will be showcased. Booth spaces are 10 X 10 unless, larger space is available to accomodate activities. Call for more participation information. Admission is free to the staging area and for parking.