Notice New Lockbox at Roberta’s Place
We have been tirelessly working to combat the mess and vandalism outside The Roberta’s Place Thrift Store. We purchased a new box that WORKS! We need the communities help to place ALL items inside the box. Please do not leave bags or boxes outside. If the items do not fit and it is after business hours, you can call the 24/7 shelter line 505-2877724 for an alternate drop off location. We appreciate all donations! Donations can always be dropped off inside the store Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
September Movies in September In support of the Rugged West celebration in September, the Double Six Art Gallery will show the movies “Little Big Man” and “Lone Star.” Dates are September 9 and 23. Time 11 a.m. Venue is the gallery on Route 66/1001 West Santa Fe Ave. The arts are for EVERYONE!
September 1 Free Classical Music
Classical music and live. Local music is featured weekly at the Double Six Art Gallery. This Friday, September 1, the question “What is Classical Music” will be explained and heard. Join us at 4 p.m. on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave.
Rugged West Kickoff 2nd Annual Rugged West Celebration.
Kickoff at 12 p.m. at Fire and Ice Park in Grants.
2-6 p.m. Poker Run 7-11 p.m. Austin Van Concert
September 2 Rugged West Day 2
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Leisure Rides 12 p.m. Pet Adoptions at Fire and Ice Park 12 p.m. Drag Racing Events 8 p.m. Foam Party 7-11 p.m. Daniel Solis Concert
September 3 Free Classical Music
Sunday, September 3, local music is enjoyed at the Double Six Art Gallery, Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave. Join us for local music from 1-5 p.m.
Rugged West Day 3
10 a.m. Horse Barrel Racing at Grants Rodeo 12 p.m. Pet Adoptions at Fire and Ice Park 5 – 7 p.m. Austin Van Concert 8 p.m. Leisure Night flow Ride to La Mosca Peak
September 4 Labor Day
Cibola Citizen and local government offices closed to honor the Labor Day Holiday.
September 8 Free Film and Talk for 'Who Does She Think She Is?” There will be a screening of the documentary film, Who Does She Think She Is? and a talk about the documentary film and the issues it raises for women and women artists with Maye Torres, a Taos artist featured in the film. Event will be at the NMSU Grants theater in Martinez Hall at 5:30pm. For more Information: Christy Lochrie (505) 2876643 or Nathan Franklin (505) 287-6639.
September 9 Free Movie “Little Big Man” In the film, “Little Big Man”, the Cheyenne’s culture is explained by character, Old Lodge Skins. The actor is Chief Dan George. Viewrs learn that the name Cheyenne means “The Human Beings” and about their view of creation. The movie begins at 11 a.m. in the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66 / 1001 W. Sana Fe Ave. Date – September 9.
September 16 Milan Sprint Triathlon The Milan Sprint Triathlon is a three-event race: Run, Bike, Swim. For more information, email vicepresi-dent@ cibolatrails.org. Register by September 8 to get a t-shirt, late entries will get theirs after the event. Register at the following link: www.cibolatrails.org/milansprint- triathlon
September 18 NMSU Gardening Series – Fall is For Planting Fall is for Planting - All gardening classes will be held at the Grants Community/Recreation Center 511 Washington St, Grants, NM. For more information or questions, please contact Chase Elkins, Cibola CES (505)287-9266 or chelkins@nmsu.edu.
September 23 Free Movie – “Lone Star” Lone Star’s plot is based on a discovered body near Ft. McKenzie, TX. Who is it and why was the person murdered? Flashbacks tell the story. Movie-time is 11 a.m., Saturday, September 23 at the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave. No admission fee.
September 25 NMSU Gardening Series – Tree Planting Class Tree Planting Class - All gardening classes will be held at the Grants Community/ Recreation Center 511 Washington St, Grants, NM. For more information or questions, please contact Chase Elkins, Cibola CES (505)287-9266 or chelkins@nmsu.edu.
September 29 GHS Class of 1963 Reunion
September 29-30. Visit Eventbrite.com and enter Grants63
September 30
NM Mining Museum Fundraiser Dinner/Dance Above and below a time to honor and celebrate miners at the Museum Fundraising Dinner and Dance. September 30, 100 Iron Ave., just off Route 66 in Grants.
October Free Movies in October October is for operas at the Double Six Art Gallery! Selections featured are “The Phantom of the Opera” and one written by Giacomo Puccini. Which one will it be? Join those interested on Saturday, October 21 at 11 a.m. in the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave.
October 7 Free Movie – “The Phantom of the Opera” Earlier this year, the musical, “The Phantom of the Opera” closed its Broadway run of 35 years. To honor the successful A.L. Weber play, the Double Six Art Gallery will show the Sarah Brightman – Michael Crawford version Saturday, October 7 at 11 a.m. Venue is on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave.
October 31 Halloween November 4 Free Movie – “The Agony and the Ecstasy” The awe-inspiring paintings on the Sistine Chapel in Rome, consumed painter Michelangelo Buonarroti for 40+ years! The movie, “The Agony and the Ecstasy” is based on bits of the Stone novel. This meticulous production will be shown at the Double Six Art Gallery, Saturday, November 4 beginning at 11 a.m. The arts are for EVERYONE!
Ongoing Book Talk Meeting
The Book Talk reader’s group meets the first Wednesday of every month at 1 p.m., Grants Public Library, 1101 N. First Street, Grants. Call 505-287-4793 or visit cityofgrants.net/library for more information.
Alcoholics Anonymous Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon, 411 E. Santa Fe Avenue, #4, Grants. Friday meetings are at 5:30 p.m. Call 505-290-1480 for more information, this number does not receive text messages.
Bridge Group
The Grants Bridge Group is looking for new players for party/duplicate play. Call 240-478-7317 for further information.
Every Wednesday AWANA
First Baptist Church hosts AWANA Program, 6-7:30 p.m. AWANA is for children ages three through high school. AWANA runs through the school year. Call 505-240-0555 for more information.
American Legion Post 80 Pool Tournament 4-7 p.m. Pool Tournament at Post 80, 121 S. Third Street, Grants. Call 505-287-5179 for more information.
Sit and Sew with Mt. Taylor Quilt Guild Sit & Sew meets weekly on Wednesday at 10 a.m. At the Methodist Church, 510 N. First Street, Grants, Visitors welcome Every Thursday 12 Steps to recovery
6:30 p.m. at Zion Ministries, 511 W. Highway 66, Milan. Meeting/dinner AA/NA. Call 505-240-1104 and 505489-9869 for more information.
Every Friday American Legion Post 80 Karaoke night 7 p.m. Karaoke night at Post 80, 121 S. Third Street, Grants. Call 505-287-5179 for more information.
Music Lesson Friday’s Some people claim they don’t like classical music. Why? They don’t understand it; it puts them to sleep; it’s boring and or it takes too much time. You have an opportunity to learn and think differently about this music. If interested, meet each Friday at 4 p.m. in the Double Six Gallery on route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave.
Every Saturday Grants Farmers Market Every Saturday, May 7 – Oct 8 at Fire and Ice Park in Grants, come enjoy fresh, locally grown produce and handcrafted items. Call 505285-3542 for more information.
Every Sunday Artful Sundays
The arts are featured on Sundays at the Double Six Art Gallery from 1 to 5 p.m. Bring your poetry or stories. Bring your voice for singing. Bring an instrument you enjoy playing. Celebrate the arts on Route 66 / 1001 West Santa Fe Ave. Remember – the arts are for EVERYONE!
First Wednesday Grants MainStreet Project Board Meeting Meets at 5:30 p.m. at the GMS office located at 523 W. Santa Fe Ave. Grants, NM 87020. Meetings are open to the public. Help us change Grants for the better!
Coffee with a Cop!
Milan Police Department invites you to join us to discuss happenings in the community and to exchange ideas while also giving feedback to the department and voicing your concerns. Meetings will be held the first Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. in the Transit / Recreation Building located at 407 Airport Road in Milan, N.M.
First Thursday Cibola County Historical Society Board Meeting 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 525 W. High Street., Grants. Meetings are open to any member or non-member. Call 505287-2630 or visit cibolahistory. org for more information.