June 29
City Council Meeting
The Grants City Council will meet at 6 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 600 W. Santa Fe Avenue in Grants. Agendas will be available on June 24.
June 30
Senior Citizen Advisory Board
The Cibola Senior Citizen’s Advisory Board will meet at 2 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center, 550 Jurassic Court in Grants. Agendas will be available on June 22.
July 1
Wild West Days Rodeo Day 1
18 and Under Junior Timed Rodeo, late registration from 7 – 8 a.m. Find entry forms at www.grantsrodeo.com or call 1-254-918-5408 for more information.
July 2
El Morro Area Arts Council Fourth of July Weekend Yard Sale
A fundraiser for the El Morro Area Arts Council, Saturday, July 2, 10 a.m-.2 p.m. Located on Highway 53, between milepost 46 and 45. Across from Inscription Rock Trading. If you would like to donate, please email emaacdirector@gmail.co m for information.
Free Movie – “The Fighting Seabees”
Seabees – a vital but lowprofile branch of the US Navy. Seabees are respected construction experts – electricians, welders, plumbers, carpenters, brick layers, etc. The movie “The Fighting Seabees” will be shown Saturday, July 2 at 2 p.m. in the Double Six Art Galleryon Route 66. Let’s learn about the character of skilled people who build. An example of Seabee work is McMurdo Military Base on Antarctica. John Wayne stars in the film. Local, retired teacher Keith Thomas gives it a “Thumbs up.”
Wild West Days Rodeo Day 2
NMBRA 5D Barrel Race starts at 11 a.m. call 505- 362-7461 or 505-290-0977 for more information for this event.
July 3
Wild West Days Rodeo Day 3
Open Rodeo starts at 7 p.m. call 1-360-608-6787 for more information. This will be a Battle of the Badges, wear blue to show support.
July 4
Rugged West Stars and Stripes Parade
The Grants-Cibola County Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 2022 Rugged West Stars and Stripes Independence Day Parade and Celebration. The parade begins at 9 a.m., float line up is at 8 a.m. Want a float? Visit 100 Iron Avenue in Grants for more a float application.
July 9
Military Life in the Marines
A Marine is an ordinary person capable of extraordinary actions. They are called “The few, the proud.” Grants has contributed many Marines to the US military. One is retired, but continues to serve the community. His name is George Garcia. Mr. Garcia will speak about military life, freedoms and patriotism on Saturday, July 9 at 2 p.m. at the Double Six Gallery, located on Route 66/Santa Fe Avenue. All Marines are special guests. Speaking is an art. The arts are for everyone!
Zion Ministries – Giving to the Community
"Giving to the Community", July 9 Fire & Ice Park, 11:00-5:00. Free Event and Car Show. For more information contact 505-489-9869.
July 14
Milan Trustee Workshop Meeting
The Village of Milan Trustees will have a workshop meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Village Hall 623 Uranium Avenue in Milan. Agendas will be available on July 11, contact 505- 285-6694 if you need help hearing.
July 16
Art Camp
Multi-talented, Laguna artist, Mr. Gilbert Waconda, will be the instructor for the second in the art camp series. July’s date for the art camp is Saturday, the 16th, beginning at 2 p.m. Location is the Double Six Gallery on Route 66/Santa Fe Avenue. “Christmas in July” is the focus of this camp for ages 6-10 years. Call the gallery at 505-240- 1107 for more information. Remember – the arts are for everyone!
July 21
Milan Trustees Regular Meeting
The Village of Milan Trustees will have a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Village Hall 623 Uranium Avenue in Milan. Agendas will be available on July 18, contact 505-285- 6694 if you need help hearing.
July 23
GHS MCJROTC
Presentation
The Double Six Art Gallery is honored to present GHS Junior ROTC member in a July 23 performance. The students are carrying on the dedicated traditions of our high school. The students will perform their arts Saturday, July 23 at 2 p.m. The department is headed by Mr. John Hollins. The gallery’s location is 1001 W. Santa Fe Avenue/Route 66.
July 30
Free Movie – “The Stranger”
Writer, actor and director Orson Welles was 25 when his first movie, “Citizen Kane” was released. It is considered one of America’s finest films. In 1946, “The Stranger” was released. Welles directed Loretta Young and Edward G. Robinson. This film will be shown at Double Six Art Gallery, Saturday, July 30, at 2 p.m. Next weeks’ notice will have film information.
August 7
San Lorenzo Mission Fiesta
Located at South Highway 53, 30-miles out from Grants. Raffle, auction, and more. Contact 505-290- 9183 for more information.
May 7 – October 8
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 505-285-3542 for more information.
Ongoing
Book Talk Meeting The Book Talk reader’s
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.
NWNMSWA
accepts Recyclables
The Northwest New Mexico Solid Waste Authority accepts Number 1 and 2 plastic, paper, and cardboard. Locations include Smith’s grocery, Roosevelt Avenue, Grants; John Brooks Supermarket, Highway 66, Milan; and Milan Transfer Station, 2305 W. Highway 66, Milan. Locations are open from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday-Friday; Transfer Station: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. No Saturday Hours, call 505-905-8400 or 505-287-4150.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at noon, 411 E. Santa Fe Avenue, #4, Grants. Monday meetings and Friday meetings are at 5:30 p.m. Call 505-290- 1480 for more information.
Children’s Fun Club
Join the Village of Milan for fun this summer! Sign up began March 28 and will continue until the program is full, come by 405-C Airport Road to sign up Monday-Friday call 28501169 for more information. $40 for the first child, $20 for each additional child, extra costs for field trips. Program accepting 5-year-old – 12-year-old
Milan T-Ball
Sign up will be March 14 until the program is full. Reister at Village of Mialmn Gym 405-C Airport Road, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. closed for lunch from 12-1 p.m. Call 285-1169 for more information.
Every Wednesday
12 Steps to recovery
6:30 p.m. at Zion Ministries, 511 W. Highway 66, Milan. Meeting/dinner AA/NA. Call 505-240- 4156 for more information.
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.
Every Friday
American Legion Post 80 Karaoke night
4-7 p.m. Karaoke night at Post 80, 121 S. Third Street, Grants. Call 505- 287-5179 for more information.
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 505-285-3542 for more information.
6 p.m. at Cavalry Community Church, two blocks south of Lota Burger. Call 505-571- 8393 for more information.
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 505-287-2630 or visit cibolahistory.org for more information.
Second Saturday
Mt. Taylor Quilt Guild
Monthly Meeting 10 a.m., Second Saturday of each month at the First United Methodist Church, 510 N. First Street, Grants.
Third Wednesday
Cibola County CrimeStoppers Meeting
Noon at La Ventana Steakhouse, 110 Geis Street in Grants. Email crimtestoppers505@icloud.com for more information.
Chamber Meeting
The Grants-Cibola County Chamber of Commerce hold its meetings on the Third Thursday of every month at 12 noon. The chamber meets to discuss the needs of the business environment in Cibola County.
Last Tuesday
Republican Party of Cibola County
Meets at 6 p.m. at the Cibola County Convention Center 515 W. High Street.
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