The Terlingua Moon
October 18, 2016 ~ VOL. 27 #41
terlinguamoon@gmail.com

“When the last tree is cut, the last fish is caught, and the last river is polluted; when to breathe the air is sickening, you will realize, too late, that wealth is not in bank accounts and that you can’t eat money.” ~ Alanis Obomsawin

by Patchouli Gulch Gal

LET’S GIVE BLAIR A SELL OUT CROWD
The memorial service for Blair Pittman will be at 10:30 Sat. A.M., Oct. 22. There will be a Eucharist for any and all; old-favorite hymns (Amazing Grace, etc.) a light lunch following, in the church hall; time for short eulogies and reminiscences until no later than 1:30 p.m. at
St. James Episcopal Church, 510 N. 6th St., Alpine, TX.

ADIOS JIMMY
Sadly, another Terlingua icon has departed us. This past week, Jimmy Holbrook of Passing Wind Ranch took his journey across the Great Divide after a long battle with cancer.  For many of us, Jimmy is perhaps best known as a decorated U.S. Marine who served with great distinction in the Vietnam War. For some, he was a constant fixture at the watering holes of Terlingua, goofing on his pals, and just being a happy-go-lucky guy.  Others sat with him in deep contemplation at the Catholic Church in Presidio where he dutifully went every Sunday to set himself straight with God.  Jimmy was always willing to lend a helping hand or a kind word.  He loved a good party, a stiff drink, and a funny story. Jimmy helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for the Terlingua Fire and EMS during his annual "rocket fuel" parties - named in honor of a cocktail he invented during his bartending days on Fire Island, New York.  No matter how you may have come to know him...if so, you were very lucky.  He was always a true friend.  Vaya con Dios, amigo....
Donations in memoriam can be made to Terlingua Fire and EMS.

TERLINGUA RECYCLES
Big week for Terlingua Recycles!!! This Thursday, October 20th, we take the recycling bins into the Panther Junction recycling center. Could use all the good hands we can get to join us as we drive into the park and sort our Community's recyclables. Meet at Terlingua's recycling center (behind the Terlingua EMS building on 170) and we'll leave at 8 a.m. and be back around 1. Don't worry if you don't have a ride to BBNP - one of the other volunteers will be happy to give you a lift. If you have any questions, please call 830-739-6986.
Thanks for helping us to keep Terlingua and the Big Bend/ South Brewster County GREEN!

GREEN SCENE SCHOOL PARADE
Terlingua School Art Classes have been working on Green Scene Musical Instruments. All instruments are from recycled material. We will have a school parade on Friday, October 21, at 2:45 pm to showcase their work. Please come and join us for this event. The parade will start at the high school & march to the library and back. The public is asked to gather in front of the Big Bend Library.

WATER TANK ORDER
The Wylie water-tank truck load lacks 2 to be filled and on the road.  This will be the last order this year. Freight free; tax free.  Please call us at 371-2506 or (512) 924-2506 for details.

EARTH & FIRE GALLERY
Earth & Fire Gallery is pleased to announce its opening on Saturday, October 22nd from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for our guest artist, Enrique Salazar.  Enrique is a long time local on Terlingua Ranch and is the designer and owner of Terlingua Treasures In Stone. He works with materials found in and around this beautiful land to bring you skillfully crafted jewelry and other art.  Come find the perfect gift for someone or add some sparkle to your wardrobe.   Earth and Fire Gallery is excited to feature Enrique's very creative work. Come meet Enrique and see his beautiful creations and enjoy drink and snacks on Saturday the
22nd from 6 - 8 pm at the Earth & Fire Gallery in the Ghost Town!  See you there!!

THIS WEEK AT THE STARLIGHT!
Thanks to all the folks who visited us this past week. Whether here with a wedding party, the Ride 4 Trails Rally, the Terlingua Music Bash or just to visit the Big Bend from places all around the globe. We love hosting you at The Starlight.
This week's schedule (October 17 - 24)
Monday: Butch Hancock & Butch Morgan
Tuesday: Uh Clem & Jeffro
Wednesday: The Whitmore's
Thursday: Tim Relleva
Friday: Patrick Green
Saturday: THE GREEN SCENE EXTRAVAGANZA!
Monday: Stephen Morris
Remember, we take reservations for parties of 10 or more! Just give us a call at (432) 371-3400 or email TerlinguaStarlight@gmail.com.  Hope to see you soon!

HIGH SIERRA BAR & GRILL/EL DORADO
Thank you to all musicians, customers, our employees and friends that made this years’ 22nd Annual Terlingua Music Festival the year of Al Barlow a huge success!  Special thanks to Al Barlow, Gareth & Susan Angleton and event coordinator Corba & Greg Jones for allowing Herman & I to host such a memorable event.
This week @ High Sierra:
Friday - 10/21 - Jeff Haislip 7 PM
Saturday 10/22 - Dr Fun 7 PM

EARLY VOTING IN TERLINGUA
October 26, 1 to 6 pm at the Red Patillo Community Center

QUILTS BY MARGUERITE 371-2292
Across from the stables in Study Butte

KIDS FUN RUN
The Kids Fun Run, last Thursday, was a big success with 19 kids participating from as young as 3 years old! There were also 38 students, parents, and community members that participated in the 5 Miler. Much thanks to Terlingua Fire and EMS who came out to furnish a refreshing, soaking finish to the runners. Good luck to the Junior High and High School cross country teams who will participate in their District UIL Meet in Marfa on Wednesday.

DRAFTEX LLC.
Design/ Drafting for South Brewster County. Come visit me at my new office @ #1 Cinco Circle off South County Road next to Taylor Tool Rental.  Jeff Gavin: 830-739-6986 or draftexllc@gmail.com.

SUCESSFUL SEARCH AND RESCUE
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/157bf21b668fe8e7?projector=1

MAKE THE BORDER GREAT AGAIN
http://fusion.net/story/355377/the-plan-to-make-the-border-great-again/

DESERT EXPRESSION BEAUTY SALON
325-456-5983
229-70 FM 170
Terlingua, TX 79852
Haircuts, color, pedicures and more!
October 18, 19, & 20
October 25, 26, & 27
November 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5
November 8, 9, & 10
Holiday schedule coming soon!!
Call Kaci Kothmann at 325-456-5983 or stop by for your appointment.

TERLINGUA TOOL RENTAL & STORAGE UNITS
Jimmy Taylor, owner 371-2621. Rent locally and save the drive.

Alert: Missing Person: Zuzu Verk, 22, female, white, 5ft, 110lbs. Last seen: morning of Wed Oct 12.  Alpine Police Department seeks your help in locating a missing "at risk" person: Zuzu Verk, 22, female, white, 5ft, 110lbs. Last seen: morning of Wed Oct 12. She is a Sul Ross student and resides in Alpine. She was last heard from Wednesday morning of Oct 12th.Instructions:Any info call APD 432-837-3486. For updates check Alpine Police Department facebook page.

The Brewster County Sheriff's Office is in need of some help from area ranchers and land owners. We are asking all land owners to check their property for any suspicious signs of disturbed earth, personal items on the ground, anything that might raise your suspicions that it may need to be investigated further. Several searches for Zuzu Verk, a 22 year old SRSU student that went missing last Wednesday have not turned up any solid leads. If you see anything out of the ordinary on your property give us a call at 432-837-5541. All calls will be investigated. Thank you for your generous help.

LOST MINE TRAIL CLOSURE
Big Bend National Park has temporarily closed the popular Lost Mine Trail in the park’s Chisos Mountains area due to “increased bear activity.”
The park said in a press release the closure would begin Friday evening (October 14), and continue “until further notice.”
According to the park, recent rains have led to more abundant pine and oak nuts in parts of the Chisos Mountains, attracting bears to the area as they feed in preparation for their winter “denning” period. The central higher elevations of the park are already home to what the park calls a “healthy bear population.”
“During this period of heightened bear activity, we want to assure the safety of both park visitors and the bears,” Superintendent Cindy-Ott Jones said in a statement.
The temporary closure does not affect any other trails or areas of the park, though the park is advising visitors more broadly to “be bear aware”, and to secure all food in bear boxes available at campsites or inside vehicles.

LA POSADA MILAGRO AND ESPRESSO ...Y POCO MAS!
Great specials this week!  Noemi is making apple crumble pie (known to be completely delicious!) and BLTs on sourdough bread.
Call in a to-go order if you don't have time to come by to sit for a spell.
Located in the Terlingua Ghost Town, the coffee shop serves the best coffee around and made to order breakfasts and lunches.
We are happy to pack picnics to go. Open 7 days a week, free wifi, and great views of the Chisos Mountains. Newspapers available and friendly service, too!
The rough luxe guesthouse has rooms, is available for wedding parties.
Hours:  Sunday through Thursday:  7:30 a.m. until 2.p.m.  Friday and Saturday:  7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

GREEN SCENE
Calling all musicians, jugglers, stilt-walkers, dancers, and other performers! The GREEN SCENE will be held on Saturday, October 22nd in the Ghost Town. All proceeds benefit the Terlingua Community Garden and the Terlingua Recycling program! We greatly appreciate all the wonderful ways our community's performing artists have supported the Garden over the years, and we hope you will join us again for another amazing day of art, education, and fun! If you would like volunteer or need more information, please contact Jeff Gavin or email TerlinguaGreenScene@gmail.com

TERLINGUA BOTTOMS GROUP
The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.

SLIM FEST
The late, legendary Slim Richey had many friends amongst his neighbors here in Terlingua and across the globe and many of them were musicians. Slim Fest tWo will be taking place at The Starlight Theatre from February 9 - 12, 2017. Ticket sales cap at 200 so be sure to get your tickets soon! Advance tickets are only $75 for the whole weekend or $40 per night. These are just some of the musicians who will be part of the festival: Laurie Lewis & Tom Rozum; Wood & Wire; The Jitterbug Vipers, and Country Fool's Gold. Just go to www.faroutbooking.com for tickets and more information. Viva Slim!

CODY
Cody arrived at the shelter on 9/6/16 after a challenging, extended period of transition from his original home but he has already earned the Most Improved Pet award through his play group outings. Cody was pretty shut down towards both dogs and humans when he first arrived but he has been thriving in play group with other playful dogs of all sizes and temperaments, learning that loving humans provide good experiences, and growing more confident every day. Cody is less than a year old and is a heeler-retriever mix. Cody is neutered, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. He, and all the pets in the Alpine Shelter, is online at:
https://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?shelter_id=TX1202
For more information, email heatherthemule@gmail.com

KATHY’S RESALE SHOP
Located between the laundry-mat and party barn on Hwy 118, Hours Thu & Fri 1-6,

TERLINGUA FIRE AND EMS @ GREEN SCENE
Will be offering free blood Pressure and Blood
Glucose checks at the Terlingua Green Scene on Saturday, October 22, starting around 11am.
Come on out and see us there!
Also follow us at Terlingua Fire & EMS on Facebook for updates and events.

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