July Free Movies in July
July movies at the gallery feature military branches and those who serve. Selected films are “Born on the Fourth of July”, based on a true story; “Raising Colors”, a fictionalized account of a woman in France’s Navy; and “Glory” adopted from journals about the first Black unit who served in the Civil War. Double Six Art Gallery is on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Avenue. Saturdays are July 15, and 29. Time is 2 p.m.
Free Music Lessons
Music appeals to all ages! The Double Six Art Gallery welcomes all for a new series about musical concepts and music history. DVD programs will be shown each Friday in July at 4 p.m. Try it for a month. Gallery is on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Avenue. Dates are July 7, 14, 21, and 28.
July 6 Milan Planning and Zoning Meeting Village of Milan Planning and Zoning Board will meet for a regular meeting on July 6 at 4:30 p.m. Call 505-285-6694 for more information.
July 7 Summer Activities
School out… for summer! Activities available at the Double Six Art Gallery consist of art education camps on alternate Saturdays at 2 p.m. Age appropriate for those eight – 12 years. Music education lessons on dvd will be shown every Friday at 4 p.m., age appropriate for 12 – 112 years. No quizzes! No tests! Music lessons begin July 7. Let’s enjoy reading.
July 13 CYFD Resource Parent Meeting We need parents who are able and willing to support children and their families as they navigate the child welfare system. We need families who will role model for parents and offer children in foster care. Contact Patricia Hale for more information at patricia.hale@cyfd.nm.gov, or 505-419-9888.
July 15 Free Movie – “Raising Colors”
“Raising Colors” tells of a young woman who wants to serve her country. However, her gender poses resistance. Join movie lovers Saturday, July 15 in the Double Six Art Gallery at 2 p.m. What will happen? Remember – the arts are for everyone! See you on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave.
Calling All Poets Cibola Arts Council
DEADLINE: Saturday July 15, 2023. Cibola Arts Council is putting out a call for poetry submissions a few of which we would like to display both inside and outside the Double Six Art Gallery. If you have a piece or two (two is maximum accepted for now), please send to cibolaarts66@ gmail or mail to Cibola Arts Council 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave. Grants, NM 87020. July 15 is the deadline for submissions to be considered for display in the outside displays. A committee will review submissions anonymously and select five pieces. If you have any interest in participating in an ongoing poetry group, please let us know and we will see if there is enough interest to get a group going
July 19 Chamber of Commerce Networking Lunch Network, connect, expand, evolve. Guest speaker: Marcie Chavez, Owner Zia Consulting presenting Chat-GPT & Artificial Intelligence. Practical Uses in Business and HR. Coyote del Malpais Golf Course. You must be a Chamber of Commerce Member or sign up to attend. Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 505-287-4802 for more information. Bring a business card for a chance to win a Door Prize.
July 22 Art Swap
Spring cleaning fives you a chance to consider the art treasures you’ve accumulated. Maybe someone else would appreciate a work of art you’ve had and enjoyed. The Double Six Art Gallery will host its first art swap and sale, July 22, form 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Let’s gather, enjoy and support the arts.
Battle of the Badges Baseball Game
Cops vs Correctional Officers at Kearns Park in Milan starting 10am | Food trucks and DJ will be there.
July 26 NMSU New Student Orientation
NMSU Grants invites you to join us at our Aggie Welcome for New Student Orientation! Check in starts at 9am in Martinez Hall. Lunch will be provided. Ignite your future, navigate with confidence. To sign up or learn more, call 505-2876678
July 27 County Commission Meeting A meeting of the Cibola County Commission will take place on July 27 at 5 p.m. in the Cibola County Government Complex, 700 E. Roosevelt, Suite 50, Grants, New Mexico.
July 29 Free Movie – “Glory” The movie “Glory” teaches citizens about a part of military history often ignored or over-looked. It focuses on the Civil War. Venue is the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Avenue. Date is Saturday, July 29 time is 2 p.m.
3rd Annual Bluewater Pioneer Day Pioneer Day! Save the date, more details coming soon! Car show, Corn Hole Tournament, Food, Entertainment, Vendors, and lots more!
Bluewater Village Community Car Show $25 entry fee. Begins at 10 a.m., awards at 1 p.m. Categories: Classic car/truck, Performance/4x4, Most Unique, Modern Car/Truck, Judges Choice, and more...Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners. Contact Heidi Bohannon 505240-7519 for more info.
July 31 Canning and Drying of Food Class
All classes will be at Cibola County Extension Office, 515 W High St, Grants, NM. For more information or questions, please contact Chase Elkins, Cibola CES (505)287-9266 or chelkins@nmsu.edu.
August
August is coming! That means school is resumes. The Double Six Art Gallery onors students and teachers with two movies – “To Sir, With Love” and “A Beautiful Mind”. Dates are Saturdays, August 12 and 26. Time is 2 p.m. and location is Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave. Consider “Ed-youcation” - YOU make the difference.
August 12
Sidney Poitier portrays a novice teacher in a British school with some tough students. The ’67 film “To Sir, With Love” gives viewers a peek into the ‘60s. The film will be shown at the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Avenue. Saturday, August 12 at 2 p.m. Remember – no admission fee and refreshments are available.
August 26 Free Movie – “A Beautiful Mind”
“A Beautiful Mind” earned Academy Awards for Best Picture (2001), Director (Ron Howard), Supporting Actress (Jennifer Connelly) and Adapted Screenplay (Akiva Goldsman). See this winner Saturday, August 26 at 2 p.m. in the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66/ 1001 W. Santa Fe Avenue.
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 505287-5179 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 505-489-9869 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.
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.
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 nonmember. Call 505-287-2630 or visit cibolahistory.org for more information.
Second Tuesday Acoma Veterans
The Acoma American Legion Chavez and Vallo Post 116, meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Gerald G. Chino Hall at 68 Pinsbarri Road in the Pueblo of Acoma, N.M. All veterans are welcome. For more information call 505280-8519 or 505-263-3244.
Second Saturday Mt. Taylor Quilt Guild Mt. Taylor Quilt Guild meets monthly at 10:00am on the 2nd Saturday. Sit & Sew meets weekly on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Both at the Methodist Church, 510 N. First Street, Grants, Visitors welcome
Third Wednesday Cibola County CrimeStoppers Meeting Noon at La Ventana Steakhouse, 110 Geis Street in Grants. Email crimtestoppers505@ icloud.com for more information.
Third Thursday 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.
Fourth Tuesday Cibola County Republican Party Meeting Republican Party of Cibola County Meets at 6 pm at the Cibola Convention Center, 515 W. High Street, Grants NM
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