annual gathering of quilts truth or consequences nm

See beautiful new work by local quilters as well as historic quilts at the annual Gathering of Quilts. Upwards of a hundred quilts are on view every year. Vendors and quilts are available during the two-day event (Friday and Saturday only!) from 9am until 4pm. Anyone is welcome to enter a quilt for exhibit, from … Read more

bill bussman with his bass at pickamania

Join the town of Hillsboro and the family of Bill Bussman for a gathering to celebrate Bill’s life and to dedicate the Bill Bussmann Sound Stage at the Hillsboro Community Center. Sponsored by the Hillsboro Pickers, featuring lots of music by friends of Bill. The event includes a community pot luck, a silent auction and … Read more

caballo lake state park entrance

Join Southwest Expeditions for night kayaking on Caballo Lake followed by a Native American night sky interpretation. Guests will be fitted out with life jackets, kayaks, and paddles for this evening adventure. The group will paddle out onto the lake with guides and then paddle together for about an hour along the shore before heading … Read more

saturdaze at Sidekixx - every third Saturday

Join Sidekixx each Third Saturday for an alt variety show — each month features the best and brightest drag, burlesque, dance, comedy, circus, and variety arts. Hosted by Dr. Lucky (Dr. Lucky’s Blue Revue) and DJed by Pauly P from T or C. Reserved seating tickets ($20) are available at Eventbrite, or PWYW (pay what … Read more

eric luther - friends & neighbors - center gallery, t or c

Eric Luther is a painter, landscape designer, and natural builder who lives in Hillsboro, New Mexico. Eric fostered his natural drive to create art as a teenager and spent his young adult years getting a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design. Eric eventually found his way to New Mexico, where he built a … Read more

hoosier open house

If you haven’t seen the improvements made at the Hoosier Hot Springs, here’s your chance! The Hoosier is holding an Open House that includes live music from Drew Willard, treats from Kimberly’s Guest House Kitchen, art, body work and more.

denim and diamonds fundraiser banquet silent auction

An annual fundraiser for Sierra Vista Hospital that includes dinner and a cash bar. For tickets and sponsorship information, contact Edna Trager.

damsite lodge ccc built stone steps

Ethel Hopkins was the publisher of “Hoofs and Horns“ magazine during the Great Depression and a significant contributor to the founding of the National Rodeo Association. Learn all about her history as the “first lady of rodeo” at the April Damsite Historic District History Program.

2024 fiesta cash party march 30

An evening of dinner, music by / dancing to The Yarbrough Band, and lots of fun at the T or C Civic, with one $10k winner, raffles, and a silent auction. There’ll be drawings all night, with the last number drawn winning the big cash prize. Tickets are $125 per couple and include 6 drinks … Read more

ways of water book reading

A terrified girl of no more than six sits astride a bucket, grasping a rope that is lowering her to the bottom of a well in the middle of the Jornada del Muerto in the early 1900’s. The decaying carcass of a jack rabbit has been poisoning the families drinking water, and lowering a child … Read more

dam site recreation area view rock work

Ethel Hopkins was the publisher of “Hoofs and Horns“ magazine during the Great Depression and a significant contributor to the founding of the National Rodeo Association. Learn all about her history as the “first lady of rodeo” at the April Damsite Historic District History Program.

SCAC Art Talks with Holly Marino

Painter Holly Marino will talk about her work.

scac art talks - gallery owner and illustrator John Johanek

John Johanek from Zia Gallery will talk about his mixed media portraits and other work.

burt ferguson

Hear blues, classic rock tunes, and original songs when Burt Ferguson and Sierra County Line play an outdoor show at Healing Waters Plaza. Donation.

Dam Site cabin exterior

The Damsite Historic District was host to three different Civilian Conservation Corps companies that were responsible for changing the entire look of the area and building many significant structures. Learn about their contributions at the first history program on Spring 2024!

dam site recreation area - pergola

The Damsite Historic District was host to three different Civilian Conservation Corps companies that were responsible for changing the entire look of the area and building many significant structures. Learn about their contributions at the first history program on Spring 2024!

art talk with Art Burger

Art from T or C’s Center Gallery will discuss the role of a gallery owner and the art they exhibit, as part of the SCAC lecture series.

Abiquiu poet Oro Lynn Benson will read her work and sign books.

black range lodge kingston new mexico

In celebration of the Centennial of the Gila Wilderness, the Black Range Poetry & Pickin’ Festival includes music, poetry, food and beverages, book sales and art vendors. Poetry readings will be moderated by Frederico Almarez, New Mexico State University / Dona Ana Community College. Special guest poets and readers:Janice Lucero (Isleta Pueblo), Michelle Hall Kells … Read more

aldo leopold trip to the rio gavilan

Photo of Aldo Leopold by Pacific Southwest Region 5 – Aldo Leopold trip to the Rio Gavilan Public Domain A Gila Wilderness Centennial event, this Living History Chautauqua performance by naturalist Steve Morgan showcases “Aldo Leopold and the Gila Wilderness.”

meteroic torc a festival of art in truth or consequences nm

A festival celebrating the progressive in art, held annually in downtown T or C. The event features art, film, live music, performance and more. 2025 Meteoric Schedule Friday February 21 5-6pm: Kickoff Potluck at TorC Brewing Music by Mike Montoya & Simon Spencer (Bisbee, AZ) Popup Gallery at 313 N Broadway St Still Life by … Read more

nolan winkler and raul dorn at rio bravo

RioBravoFineArt presents a show featuring two uniquely New Mexican artists, Nolan Winkler and Raul Dorn. The show opens on Saturday, February 10 and runs through April 21, 2024. Winkler, whose studio is in the former mining town of Hillsboro, New Mexico is a longtime regular artist at RioBravoFineArt. She has a distinctive style with an … Read more

Pizza, hotdogs, and mac and cheese.

scrtab quarterly meetings sierra county government offices

The Sierra County Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board meets quarterly at 9 am at the Sierra County Government Administration building’s conference room.

hillsboro community center

Taos Roadtrip and Friends has been playing Americana and 2-stepping music for the last 20 years. They incorporate western swing, country, bluegrass, folk, blues, and gospel roots into an inspiring high energy show. Bring your dancing boots and hit the HCC dance floor. Suggested donation: $15 or $12 for HCC members.

wil maring robert bowlin january 6 2024

Award-winning singer-songwriter Wil Maring and virtuoso guitarist/fiddler Robert Bowlin combine their talents, smoothly blending elements from old-time and bluegrass, jazz and blues, Celtic and country, to create an original acoustic music all their own. Wil’s clear, airy vocal style and heartfelt delivery, with her proficiency on upright bass and guitar, provide a perfect complement to … Read more

hike near the Jornada del Muerto - Yost Escarpment trail

History buff Brenda Nelson will discuss the history of the El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro.

first day hike at elephant butte dam

New Mexico State Parks sponsor free guided hikes at several state parks on New Year’s Day, giving individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year connecting with the great outdoors. Elephant Butte Dam, built in 1916 and normally closed to all traffic, is open to walkers as part of the hikes. For a … Read more

luminaria beachwalk elephant butte nm

The Luminaria Beachwalk, organized and hosted by Friends of Elephant Butte Lake and Elephant Butte Lake State Park, starts at dusk.  [*What are luminarias? “A Christmas lantern consisting of a votive candle set in a small paper bag weighted with sand and typically placed with others along a driveway, sidewalk or rooftop as a holiday … Read more

overlapping speech bubbles - SCAC Art Talk at Rio Bravo Gallery in Truth or Consequences NM

Ariel Dougherty of Ariel Doughterty Films, a teacher / mentor, innovator / seer / leader, opens the SCAC Art Talks season. $7 admission, $5 for SCAC members.

virgin galactic flights monthly

After a 2-month break, Virgin Galactic plans to launch its sixth commercial spaceflight from Spaceport America on January 26, 2024. While you cannot go and watch first-hand, a live stream is available, and you might hear the sonic boom if you are in Sierra County on the day of the flight.

disc golf course truth or consequences municipal

Spectators and players are invited to the Fourth Annual Turtleback Classic, a Professional Disc Golf Association B-Tier event. Two rounds of at least 18 holes of disc golf will be played on two 18-hole courses — Gila Monster and Kit Fox. Rolling hills, cedars, pines and desert flora line the fairways at the Muni, providing … Read more

dam site lodge

A new series exploring the history of the Dam and Dam Site. Each meeting or “class” will cover a specific piece of area history, and may end with an optional walk or drive to the location discussed. The January 24 session will be about the hospital. More classes to come, watch this space!

peaches from valhalla orchards arrey new mexico

Valhalla is open weekends when fruit is available for picking. Stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates. Fruit is usually ripe for picking in late July or August.

fresh flowers at the sierra county farmers market

The market happens weekly on Saturdays from Memorial Day through October, bringing fresh seasonal produce, baked goods, prepared foods, and handmade items to Ralph Edwards Park. Pay with EBT, DUFB, debit, or cash. Vendor spots available.

old fashioned christmas tree lighting

Visit downtown Truth or Consequences for a fun festive night out during Old-Fashioned Christmas!  The event is sponsored annually by MainStreet Truth or Consequences. Events usually include a tree lighting at Evelyn Renfro Park at 6, a light parade, open shops serving holiday treats, and more.

elephant butte arts and crafts holiday show

This holiday gift-buying event features locally-made, one-of-a-kind items at two locations simultaneously! At the Elephant Butte Events Center, enjoy Shattuck wines, fresh kettle corn and hot dogs while you peruse jewelry, paintings, quilts, wreaths, ornaments, pottery, gourd art, sculptures, hand-made truffles, and much more. Visit Bigfoot Wine Patio to see more art and enjoy food, … Read more

junior open fishing tournament at elephant butte lake

An Elephant Butte tradition since the late 1970s, this Father’s Day Fishing Tournament is sponsored each year by the Elephant Butte Bass Anglers. Weigh-in is at noon on Saturday at the Dam Site Marina. Every participant gets a t-shirt, drinks, prizes, and a hamburger & hot dog lunch on Saturday at 1, after the 12pm weigh-in. … Read more

elephant butte fireworks july 6 2024

Show begins at dusk, usually launching from Rattlesnake Island; it can be seen from almost anywhere at the lake! It’s the biggest fireworks show in New Mexico reflected on the waters of the state’s largest body of water! Rain date is the next night (Sunday). Park entry fees are usually waived after 6pm the day … Read more