Visit 623 Uranium Avenue in the Village of Milan to register your child for swim lessons at the Village of Milan Hall. Call 505285-6694 for more information.
June 21 Cibola Arts Council Meeting
If you’re interested in joining the Cibola Arts Council, you’re welcome to attend the meeting on June 21 at 5:15 p.m. in the Double Six Art Gallery. Check us out and ask questions.
June 24 Free Movie - “Ms.
Doubtfire”
“Ms. Doubtfire” is the concluding film in June to honor fathers. If ad can’t attend, bring a photo. Day is Saturday, June 24. Time is 2 p.m. Venue is the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66 / 1001 W. Santa Fe Ave. No admission fees. Snacks and drinks available.
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 1, 15, and 29. Time is 2 p.m.
July 1 Free Movie – Born on the Fourth of July Tom Cruise did his own flying in the recent blockbuster “Top Gun, Maverik.” About 35 years ago, this young actor threw himself into the role of Vietnam veteran, Ron Kovic, for the movie, “Born on the Fourth of July.” Join movie-goers Saturday, July 1 at 2 p.m. at the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66/1001 West Santa Fe Ave. Two more military-themed movies will be shown in July.
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 15 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!
Free Movie – “Raising Colors” Sexism is universal. In the film, “Raising Colors,” a young woman wants to join the French Navy. She is met with resistance. Attend the movie, Saturday, July 15 to learn how the French director and actors deal with this story-line. Time is 2 p.m. and venue is the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66/1001 West Santa Fe Ave.
July 29 Free Movie – “Glory” “Glory” is an exceptional story of America’s first unit of Black soldiers during the Civil War. It’s been described as “one of the finest historical dramas ever made.” Join movie enthusiasts on Saturday, July 29 at 2 p.m. in the Double Six Art Gallery on Route 66/1001 West Santa Fe Ave. 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.
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 505905-8400 or 505-2874150.
Alcoholics Anonymous Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon, 411 E. Santa Fe Avenue, #4, Grants. Friday meetings are at 5:30 p.m. Call 505290-1480 for more information, this number does not receive text messages.
Bridge Group
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 505-2401104 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 505287-5179 for more information.
Every Saturday Grants Farmers Market
Every Saturday, May 6 – Oct 7 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 non-member. 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. If there are any announcements you would like included in the community calendar, please send a brief description of the event, a time and location with contact information. The announcement will run at no charge if it is under 100 words. Email your announcement to editor@ cibolacitizen.com