The Terlingua Moon
19 November 2024 --Vol. 35 #47
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Musical Schedules
Starlight
11/21 - Bill Palmer
11/22 - Blind Squirrel
11/23 - Moses Martinez
11/24 - Feathered Mason
11/25 - Blind Squirrel
11/26 - Simon Flory
11/27 - Alex Teller
Boathouse
11/20 - Open Mic with Rory Hancock
11/21 - Blind Squirrel
11/22 - Bill Palmer
11/23 - Sierra Turko
11/24 - Jessica Fleet Trio 5:30, Miles Adams, 8:00
Roadrunner RV Park
11/26 - Peso Supreme
Chili Pepper Cafe
11/23 - Scott Walker, 6:30
DB's
11/20 - Nanibyrd
Taqueria El Milagro
The Ghost Town's favorite spot for authentic Mexican recipes including amazing street tacos! Huge side dishes and steaks. An area to go. Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window. BYOB and have a party!
Espresso ... y poco mas
Best coffee in town and home-cooked breakfasts and lunches. Freshly baked pastries and more. All coffee drinks, and smoothies. Strong wifi, newspapers and fantastic views. 432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m. A local landmark where both locals and visitors gather.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meeting: if you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 7:30 Thursday evening at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office.
Paisano Post from Terlingua School
Congratulations to Team #11720, competing in the 1st Meet of their season. Those representing our school: Brooke, Luna, Philip, Bailey, Asa, Desiree, Brayan T., David, and Melody. For some perspective on the epic-ness of our students' abilities and the robotics program, under the direction of Brad Anthenat:
4th place Big Bend High School-Terlingua- 37 students
1st and 2nd place: Montwood High School-El Paso- 2,580 students
3rd and 8th place: El Dorado High School-El Paso- 2,217 students
5th and 15th place teams: Cathedral High School-El Paso (private $8-9k tuition)
6th place: Da Vinci School for Sciences and Arts (charter)-El Paso 590 students
9th place: Home School team from El Paso
11th place: Americas High School-El Paso- 2,195 students
12th and 14th teams: Van Horn-129 students
16th place: Pebble Hills High School-El Paso-2,931 students
17th place Loretto Academy (private ~$8k tuition)
Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church
3rd Wednesday at 5:30pm-Bible Study service. All are welcome.
Handouts available in English and Spanish.
Come see us at the Saturday Community Market from 10:00-1:00. Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're here every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items. Fresh eggs, local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here. Indeed, lately, chess players have been meeting up for a game or two or three or... We welcome new vendors. Flea market items are also welcome. After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green. We ask a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us. For more information, text or call 432.213.1863, email SherriTheWriter@aol.com or pop in to the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling license. (A quick, easy and affordable online course can provide that).
Please help keep our market space safe and comfortable for all, two-legged and four, by keeping all dogs leashed and under control. We look forward to seeing you there.
Terlingua Recycling
Well, our wonderful customers are getting better about their parking. So that's good. Unfortunately we got absolutely zero brownies or cookies. But I don't really need any but Dave does. Anyway, we'll be there again this Saturday, Nov. 23. But next week is Thanksgiving week so we'll be closed then. From Robert. Hours 9-11.
Thanksgiving Potluck
at the American Legion Post 653, 5147 S. Hwy 118
November 28, 2024 1700 (5 pm)
Bring your favorite dish that’s not on the list to share
We will have: Turkey, Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Pumpkin Bread, Peanut Butter Pie, Deviled Eggs, Cinnamon Apple Pie, Green Bean Casserole and Potato Salad
UPCOMING EVENTS @ BAD RABBIT CAFE & BUNKHOUSE
November 23rd
Movie Night - Tower Heist @ 7:00PM-9:00PM in the Bunkhouse
Featuring a star-studded cast, Tower Heist has plenty of laughs, unexpected twists, and edge-of-your-seat moments. It's a perfect mix of comedy and action for a fun night out! Come by the Bunkhouse and enjoy complimentary popcorn. Drinks, candy and chips are available for purchase.
November 28th
Thanksgiving Celebration @ 11:00AM-2:00PM at the Cafe
Begin your day of thanks by getting stuffed! "Dinner" is served with your choice of one meat and two sides for $15.99. Most of the traditional options will be available as choices. Reservation preferred for groups of SIX OR MORE. Call (432) 371-2244.
November 29th
Karaoke @ 5:00-8:00 PM in the Bunkhouse. Welcoming seasoned performers and first-timers! Come out to sing your favorite songs or crowd favorites and fill the desert air with Terlingua-rrific tunes.
You're Invited! Border Friends Forever Fundraiser Join us for a fun night of community, food, and fun! All proceeds go towards supporting Border Friends Forever and our mission in Boquillas and beyond! Date: December 16. Time: 6 PM Location: Temple of the bird ( Mike Minnick House) Donation: Suggested $10 or $20 to enter the onesie competition (there will be a prize!!) Food: Potluck Style/BYOB (bring a dish to share!) Dress Code: Wear a Onesie! Come out, have a great time, and make a difference. Every bit helps! PS no music lined up yet if anyone wants to play I won't be mad.
TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation. Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.
Earth and Fire Gallery Come join us in Alpine celebrating 31 years of Art Walk. Friday, November 22 and Saturday the 23rd. We’ll be located in our usual spot in Kishmish Plaza. And Michele Billings is the featured artist for the whole show! Lots more info at artwalkalpine.com
Don’t worry. We’ll be at the Gallery in the Ghostown too!
Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend I just want to give a giant THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEERS, without you today's community lunch would not have been possible. It was a huge success. We fed over 100 people. The food was delicious and the gathering was so much fun.
So thanks to: Amy Law, Vinny Cimato, Anton Grellet-tinner, Antonio Guerrero, Jennifer Woolvin, Jill Kyzer, John Buck, Kathy Wisdom, Kim and David Auzerada, Cris and Kristie Fegley, Troy Sergent, Shaun Welland, Sarah Szabo, Katherine Ashburn, You guys and gals cooked, cleaned, served, and cleaned up again. It was awesome. Mike and I totally appreciate you. Thank you, Deb.
Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend Hello Terlingua, Food distribution week is here. Due to the upcoming holiday the schedule is kinda out of sorts. The truck will be in on Wednesday the 20th, shout out to all of our volunteers who unload and pack. Distribution will still be on Friday the 22nd from 10 am to 3:30 pm. We can use all the help we can get for both days. Thank you in advance.
With Heavy Hearts, We Share the Passing of Our Beloved Stan
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stan, the beloved heart and soul behind Stan's Stuff - Little Mexico Treasures and Souvenirs. Stan wasn’t just a store owner; he was a friend, a storyteller, and a true lover of culture who poured his heart into every piece and every interaction. His passion for sharing the beauty and spirit of Little Mexico has touched countless lives in Terlingua and beyond. To honor his memory and his legacy, we invite you to join us for a Celebration of Life, coming soon. Together, we will remember the joy he brought into our lives and the lasting impact he left on our community. Details to follow. Thank you for being part of his journey. Your love and support meant the world to him, and we hope you’ll help us celebrate the incredible life of a man who will never be forgotten. With love and gratitude, Till Stan we meet again!
Please see the link to agenda for the Special Commissioners Court Meeting on November 19, 2024.
Special Commissioners Court Meeting November 19, 2024