Vol. 37, No. 8

 

Terlingua Moon

Volume 37, No. 8

February 24, 2026 by FreeBird

 

"The battle for conservation must go on endlessly.

It is part of the universal warfare
between right and wrong." – John Muir

 

 

 

 

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING – Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:30 A.M.  For more information, see attached agenda.

2026 EARLY VOTING IN THE PRIMARY ELECTIONS – is happening NOW in Alpine.

Poll hours for the remaining early voting:
Monday, February 23- Friday, February 27^th, 7 AM-7 PM

Early voting location for ALL Brewster County Precincts:
Judge Val Clark Beard Complex
203 North 7th Street, Alpine

Due to restrictive Texas legislative voting laws, there will be NO remote early voting anywhere else in Brewster County. 

Sample ballots for each precinct are available at Brewster County Elections.  All ballots include a list of propositions proposed by each party.  To make voting faster and easier for you as well as other voters, please read these from the sample ballots before Election Day.

Election Day is Tuesday, March 3, from 7 AM-7 PM, at the following locations:

PRECINCT 5 ‑‑ Panther Junction Visitor Center Community Room
Big Bend National Park

PRECINCTS 6 & 7 ‑‑ JW "Red" Pattillo Community Center
201 Rex Ivey Rd, Study Butte

Remember you must vote in your precinct on Election Day! 

TERLINGUA TRASH PICKUP ‑‑ Do you want trash pickup service but don't need an entire dumpster?  We offer 64 gallon and 96 gallon trash can receptacles for WEEKLY TRASH PICKUP.  All the details on our website: terlinguatrash.com.  (432) 201 -5638.

KEEP BIG BEND WILD!
All of this controversy over the planned border wall in Big Bend National Park is a reminder that we can't take the current situation in our local national park for granted.  Politics and policies change, and park lovers won't always be in lockstep with the NPS, but almost everyone locally agrees on two things: the current roads and facilities should be maintained and, if possible, improved; and the still-roadless areas that make up the vast majority of the park should remain that way so that our grandchildren, and theirs, can experience Texas' Gift to the Nation the same way our generation does.  That's also the best way to assure wildlife thrive and the night skies remain the darkest in the lower 48.  The only way to assure that protection is to convince Congress to include those undeveloped parts of Big Bend in the National Wilderness Preservation System.  They'd still be part of the national park, and everything we can currently do in the park legally would continue.  But they'd be guaranteed by law to remain roadless forever.

Wilderness is not new in Texas — most of Guadalupe Mountains National Park was designated as wilderness decades ago, and that works without any controversy.  Wilderness by itself will also not prevent the wall from being built.  But it expands the national constituency for Big Bend and will help fuel the outrage against unnecessary and harmful border security infrastructure if we make it past this current crisis.  For our Congressional delegation to take action to protect what Texans love about their largest national park, they need to hear that it's what their constituents want.

Please learn more at keepbigbendwild.org, and consider supporting Keep Big Bend Wild.  There's no more important time.  Donations are welcome (we're financially sponsored by the El Paso Community Foundation, a 501c3), but we need you to allow us to list you as a supporter even more.  Local business supporters are especially appreciated.  See who's already supporting KBBW at https://keepbigbendwild.org/our-supporters/.  If you want to help further, reach out at info@keepbigbendwild.org.

Keep Big Bend Wild supports strong border security, and experience in the park shows that the NPS and the Border Patrol can work cooperatively and their missions are not incompatible.

Bob Krumenaker
BBNP Superintendent, 2018-2023
Chair, Keep Big Bend Wild

DUSTY’S 1^ST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION ‑‑ Come join the fun and get some burro cuddles with Dusty and friends!  Meet the birthday burro, and celebrate this adorable milestone with us.  It’s a perfect day for smiles, snuggles, and photos!  All are welcome — bring your camera!

Free entry • Burro Cuddles

The Little Burro Store

Wednesday, February 25

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO ‑‑ Street tacos, steaks and big side dishes all from authentic Mexican recipes.  Come in and enjoy our food and great setting.  BYOB.  Open Wednesday through Sunday from 3 PM until 9 PM. (432)371-2060 for takeout via our drive-through window.

ESPRESSO … y POCO MAS ‑‑ We're open 7 days a week for home-cooked breakfasts, lunches and the best coffee in the area.  Located in the Ghost Town, great seating with fantastic views, strong wifi, and newspapers.  (432)371-3044 for to-go orders.  Open at 7:30 AM. 

COMMUNITY YOGA CLASS ‑‑ Red Pattillo Community Center
Every Monday thru May 4
5:30-6:30pm
No Class 3/2

Bring your own Mat
Some Props Provided
Sugg Donation $5

Local Residents/Service Workers Only
Beginners & Stiffies Warmly Invited

Hatha Yoga (one pose @ a time)
led by Kate Healy, cyt

DISCOUNTED LOCALS MASSAGE THERAPY
Mondays - Temple of the Bird
Tuesdays - JAF Arena Lounge
PM or Text 731-699-0509
Kate Healy, Tx Lic 135433

THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY

>Hours:
Thursday, February 26th 2 PM-5 PM at Canyon View Community Park(next to the school).
Saturday, February 28th 10 AM-3 PM at the Community Gardens in the Ghost Town.

>Crafternoons:  This Thursday (Feb 26th) afternoon from 2 PM-5 PM at the Library Trailer, we are having our first all-ages Craft Time.  We will be making paper collages, bring your kiddos and your friends and come join the fun!  Supplies will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring any additional paper supplies or old magazines.

>FREE Spanish Classes:  Our next Spanish class is Saturday, February 28th from 2 PM to 3 PM at the library trailer in the Ghost Town.  All beginners are encouraged to join us, don't be shy, we'll meet you at whatever level you're at!  Please bring your own chair and a pen/pencil and paper for note taking.

>Library Tech Services:  Do you have computer, printer, or internet needs?  We have the fastest internet in town and a laptop that is available for check out hourly at the library.  Dr. Gigabyte is also on hand to help with general questions on technology and communications in the Big Bend.

>Exchange Box:  Our clothing swap was a huge success, and we've used some of the leftovers to replenish the clothing in the free porch!  Come check out what's new and drop off your gently used items that you no longer need, let's keep the cycle of things flowing!  All donations must be approved by library staff.  If you have large donations, please bring them in sturdy boxes :)

>24/7 Book Returns:  Did you know we have a drop box for book returns at the entrance to the community gardens? This means you can return your books anytime, even if the library isn't open!

>Follow us @BigBendPublicLibrary on Facebook and Instagram for more updates!

ALL YOU NEED TO ATTEND AN AA MEETING IS A DESIRE TO QUIT ‑‑ If you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 6:30 PM on Thursday at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office.

YOGA WORKSHOPS ‑‑ Join CERTIFIED Iyengar teacher Jerri Crowley from San Angelo who is offering 3 workshops:

Feb. 28 - Yoga for Low Back Pain - 10 am to 12 noon
Feb. 28 - Yoga for Posture, Neck and Shoulders - 4 pm to 6 pm
March 1 - Yoga for Happy Hips and Hamstrings - 11 am - 1 pm

Red Pattillo Community Center, Terlingua, TX
$30 per workshop or $75 for all 3.

Preregistration is required by emailing Angela Delamar at angeladelamar@gmail.com or texting 956-433-9984, and your spot will be confirmed when you Venmo @Jerrilyn-Crowley.  We need to know you're coming to ensure that we have enough props on hand for you! 

TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE AND FOURTH ANNUAL UGLY FEET CONTEST ‑‑ Monday, March 2 @ 4:00 P.M.  Come celebrate the 190th anniversary of Texas Independence from Mexico with the annual impromptu parade beginning and ending at the Ghost Town Porch celebrating the sacrifices of those who won our freedom that has been so easily forgotten by native Texans and unknown by the naturalized and visitors.  The parade is scheduled to begin at 4:00 P.M. at the Porch.  Gathering for the parade will be at any time necessary for the preparation of your "float" to make the 4:00 start.  ALL FLOATS AND UGLY FEET WELCOME.  

The Ugly Feet contest will take place on the Ghost Town porch right after the parade.  First, 2nd and 3rd place prizes for contest.  Please try to attend with a float and enter your ugly feet into the contest or just come as a spectator and spread the word.  Please don't be shy about entering your UGLY FEET.  Be proud of your ugly feet!  Terlingua is notorious for our ugly feet.  Don't let the tourists beat you because the entire planet is eligible to enter.

CRISIS CENTER ‑‑ Hello Terlingua, we are going to start a Junk Journal session on Wednesdays, starting on March 4^th, 10 AM to 12 PM, here at the Crisis Center.  The idea is to create a journal of your journey, be healing, travel, life, memories or whatever you would like to journal.  Supplies you will need are basically scrap fabric, whatnots, junk you have found or any “lil bits” left over from your projects, scrap paper, scissors, glue, and the basic old cereal box.  I hope to see you there.

  

RING PAUL HUGGINS
July 11, 1945 – August 17, 2025

A Celebration of Life honoring Ring Paul Huggins, owner of the rock shop Many Stones near the entrance of Big Bend National Park, will be held on March 19, 2026, at 12:30 PM at Many Stones, located at 53700 Highway 118 in Terlingua, Texas.

Family, friends, and all whose lives were touched by Ring’s craftsmanship, teaching, and deep reverence for the natural world are invited to gather in remembrance. The obituary will be read by his daughter, Spirit Huggins, as stories and memories are shared in honor of his enduring legacy.

 

MORE FROM CRISIS CENTER ‑‑ It' that time of year again, are we ready to run?  Shout out to all that want to participate, volunteer, donate to the silent auction and to all the wonderful people who donate to the prizes, please call the office at 1-432-371-3147.  It's gonna be fun and we can help raise the funds to keep the Food Distribution going for another year. 

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA
Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation

ALSO NOW AVAILABLE:
Food Grade 275 gallon totes - $275/each
Food Grade 55 gallon barrels with removable lids & ports - $85/each
Steel 55 gallon drums with no lids - $50/each

Shop Local!
Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.
Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3096 (home/office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

MILKY WAY TREATS ‑‑ Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this Saturday, 10 AM – sell out!  If you haven’t tried one of our kolaches or cinnamon rolls yet, what are you waiting for!?  We have gluten-free items, assorted cookies, breakfast pastries and coffee.  The ice cream trailer will also be open this weekend, Saturday – Monday, 4–9 PM.  We’ll have our dairy-free pineapple along with our creamy vanilla soft serve!  Homemade pints of ice cream, delicious milkshakes, and fun sundaes!  Hope to see you, Gracias, Terlingua!

ENJOY OUR SATURDAY COMMUNITY MARKET ‑‑ Come see us at the Saturday Community Market, open from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  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.  You'll also be able to enjoy our fabulous local mobile library and portable free ‘porch’, even consult with Dr. Gigabyte if you have a computer problem.

Local art, handcrafted textile goods, sour dough bread, all natural lip balms and skin care products, all natural essential oil fragrances, beard oil and massage oils, handcrafted, creative jewelry, resin creations, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and up-cycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here.

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.

We welcome new vendors.  To make it easy for new vendors to try our market and to show our appreciation to our regular vendors, we waive set-up fees on the first Saturday of the month, offering free set-up on that day.

For more information, text or call 432.213.1863 or pop in at 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.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA SCHOOL ‑‑ Good luck to the Paisano Boys' Team in their Bi-District game against Sanderson on Monday the 23rd in Balmorhea at 6 PM. 

Congratulations to the following Paisanos and Paisanas on the All-District Honors:  District MVP Defense-Adriel, 1st Team:  Adriel, Anael, and David, 2nd Team:  Brayan T., Brayan L., and Exavier, and Honorable Mention:  Hank.  1st Team:  Asa, 2nd Team:  Sethany, Nereida, Honorable Mention:  Desiree and Xiomara.  High school track athletes had their first meet in Fort Stockton this past weekend.  Good luck to the Junior High track athletes in their first meet on Wednesday in Alpine.  Good luck to the High school athletes in their 2nd meet in Marfa.  Good luck to the Purobots and safe travel to Lubbock for their Regional Competition.  Students of the Week: Elem:  Tobias Alonso, JH: Dafne Huerta, and HS:  Ivanna Ocho

BIG BEND EPISCOPAL MISSION SERVICES & OTRA VEZ THRIFT STORE HOURS ‑‑ Saturdays Holy Eucharist Services w/Father Mike Wallens at the Sts. Mary & Josephs' Chapel in Lajitas 5 PM.  All are welcome.

Otra Vez Thrift Store:  Wednesdays:  10AM-2PM & 5:30 PM-6:30 PM

MUSIC AT THE BAD RABBIT RESTAURANT AT TERLINGUA RANCH

Charlie and Judy, Saturday Feb. 21, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Charlie on accordion and Judy on guitar play old country songs, some funny originals, a bit of Broadway and let's not forget the yodeling. 

Full dinner menu, come for dinner, maybe do a little dancing.

 

TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT THE RIO GRANDE AND BIG BEND RANCH STATE PARK

A border wall along the Rio Grande through Big Bend Ranch State Park and isolated desert communities will damage fragile desert ecosystems, put cultural and historic sites at grave risk, impede wildlife migration, and affect enormous devastation to an already endangered river system.

It is a violation of the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act.

Call AND email your U.S. Senators and Representative today.

For Brewster County:

Senator John Cornyn (202)224-2934
https://www.cornyn.senate.gov/contact-john-cornyn/

Senator Ted Cruz (202)224-5922
https://www.cruz.senate.gov/contact/write-ted

Representative Tony Gonzales (202)225-4511
https://gonzales.house.gov/contact

Urge them to oppose any border wall construction in Big Bend Ranch State Park and to defend our environmental laws and public lands.  Your voice matters.  Speak up for Texas parks, for wildlife, and for future generations.

Our economy, our property values and our very existence in South County depend on this!

CALL TODAY AND EVERY DAY!

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TERLINGUA MOON - Vol. 37, No. 7, February 16,2026

TERLINGUA MOON
Feb. 16, 2026            
by Terlingua Thinking Team!!!

SAMPLE BALLOTS FOR UPCOMING PRIMARY ELECTION
https://www.brewstercounty.gov/page/elections.information 

SPEAK YOUR MIND ABOUT THE WALL BEING BUILT IN THE BIG BEND!
Take Action to Protect the Rio Grande and Big Bend Ranch State Park
                                            
A border wall along the Rio Grande through Big Bend Ranch State Park and isolated desert communities will damage fragile desert ecosystems, put cultural and historic sites at grave risk, impede wildlife migration, and affect enormous devastation to an already endangered river system.

It is a violation of the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act. However, the Real ID Act of 2005 allows the U.S. government to formally waive all applicable laws in order to build a wall, and therefore, the U.S. government is unlikely to follow any normal review process through any agency, outside of Congress's oversight responsibility.

Call your U.S. Senators and Representative today. Urge them to oppose any border wall construction in Big Bend Ranch State Park and to defend our environmental laws and public lands.

Your voice matters. Speak up for Texas parks, for wildlife, and for future generations.

EASY-TO-FOLLOW STEPS:
Call both of your Senators and your representative at (202) 224-3121.  If you do not know their names, the operator can still connect you using your zip code.

Sample comments:
"Hi, my name is ____, and I’m a constituent from ___. I’m asking you to oppose any construction of a physical border wall along the Rio Grande in Big Bend Ranch State Park and nearby communities. 

"A wall along the Rio Grande will violate environmental, cultural, and historic protections, devastate fragile ecosystems, and damage local tourism."
Call today and every day!

MILKY WAY TREATS 
Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this weekend 10 AM till sell out! We’ll have warm, homemade cinnamon rolls, kolaches, scones, coffee and more! Caragh is taking a break so Valerie will be baking breakfast goodies throughout the spring. The ice cream trailer will also be open this weekend, Sat-Mon 4-9 p.m. We’ll have our vanilla and chocolate soft serve along with some fun sundaes and delicious homemade pints of ice cream to go! Treat yourself! Gracias, Terlingua!

YOGA WORKSHOPS
Join CERTIFIED Iyengar teacher Jerri Crowley from San Angelo who is offering 3 workshops: Feb. 28 Yoga for low back pain 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Yoga for posture neck/shoulders 4-5:30 p.m.
March 1 Happy Hips and Hamstrings 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
$30 per workshop or $75 for all 3. Preregistration required and space is limited. 

EARLY EVENING YOGA CLASS AT COMMUNITY CENTER
Community Yoga Class Forming. Starts 2/16/26 - TODAY! Donation $5
Red Pattillo Community Center, Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Bring your own Mat. 
Some Props Provided. Local Residents/Service Workers OnlyBeginners Warmly Invited
Led by Kate Healy, CYT

MORNING YOGA CLASS AT COMMUNITY CENTER
Morning Yoga at Red Patillo Community Center M/W/F 10 a.m. Beginner friendly. Mats available. $10 suggested donation or equal value barter ( we love art!) LIMITED TIME thru March 13. Join us and learn proper alignment of poses. Gain knowledge you can practice at home! Wear loose, comfortable clothing. 

GROUNDWATER DISTRICT MEETING
 Brewster County Groundwater Conservation District will hold their monthly Board Meeting Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, 9:00 a.m, at the Longhorn Ranch Motel, 52370 TX-118, Terlingua, TX 79852. Or join online with Microsoft Teams | Meeting Link | Meeting ID: 255 863 013 300 60 | Passcode: gU6mT3bE . A presentation will be given by Steve Finch, Hydrogeologist, John Shomaker and Associates Inc., on the District’s Study of the Santa Elena Aquifer. To view the meeting agenda visit BrewsterCountyGCD.com/meetings, or contact General Manager,  Sydney Bauer, at (432) 244-6030 or GeneralManager@BrewsterCountyGCD.com.

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA
Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation
ALSO NOW AVAILABLE:
Food Grade 275 gallon totes - $275/each
Food Grade 55 gallon barrels with removable lids & ports - $85/each
Steel 55 gallon drums with no lids - $50/each
Shop Local!
Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.
Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3096 (home/office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

PET COSTUME CONTEST & FASHION SHOW
Dress to Impress for a Great Cause!
Feb. 22, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Venga Café.
-Pet Costume Cntest, Pet Fashion Show, Prizes, Games, Live Music, Food & Cash Bar.  Benefiting Terlingua Vet Clinic, supporting spay, neuter & vet care for local pets. Free entry! Bring your friends, bring your family and bring your pet!
Come hungry and ready to groove!
 B.T. Anthenat will be smoking brisket
 Live performance by Two Crows for Comfort
Mark your calendar — this event will be unforgettable.

SATURDAY COMMUNITY MARKET
Come see us at the Saturday Community Market, open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 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. You'll also be able to enjoy our fabulous local mobile library and portable free ‘porch’, even consult with Dr. Gigabyte if you have a computer problem. 

Local art, handcrafted textile goods, fresh eggs, sour dough bread, all natural lip balms and skin care products, all natural essential oil fragrances, beard oil and massage oils, handcrafted, creative jewelry, resin creations, 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. 

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. 

We welcome new vendors. To make it easy for new vendors to try our market and to show our appreciation to our regular vendors, we waive set-up fees on the first Saturday of the month, offering free set-up on that day.

For more information, text or call 432.213.1863 or pop in at the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence. (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.

THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY 
Hours:    Thursday. Feb. 19th 2 p.m.-5 p.m. at Canyon View Community Park(next to the school). Saturday Feb. 21st 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Community Gardens in the Ghost Town.

Library Meeting: The next library meeting is Thursday Feb. 19th at 4 p.m. at the Mobile Library Trailer at Canyon View Community Park.

No Spanish lessons this week.  Lessons will return next week, Saturday Feb. 28th.

All-Star Readers Club: Check out 6 books in February for a chance to win a $20 gift card to Front Street Books in Alpine!

Library Tech Services: Do you have computer, printer, or internet needs? We have the fastest internet in town and a laptop that is available for check out hourly at the library. Dr. Gigabyte is also on hand to help with general questions on technology and communications in the Big Bend.

Exchange Box: Our clothing swap was a huge success, and we've used some of the leftovers to replenish the clothing in the free porch! Come check out what's new and drop off your gently used items that you no longer need, let's keep the cycle of things flowing! All donations must be approved by library staff. If you have large donations, please bring them in sturdy boxes :)

24/7 Book Returns: Did you know we have a drop box for book returns at the entrance to the community gardens? This means you can return your books anytime, even if the library isn't open!

Follow us @BigBendPublicLibrary on Facebook and Instagram for more updates!

BIG BEND EPISCOPAL MISSION
Holy Eucharist Services will continue throughout February on Saturdays at 5 p.m. with Father Mike Wallens at Sts. Mary and Joseph's in Lajitas.
Ash Wednesday-"Ashes To Go"- offered at the Otra Vez Thrift Store on Feb. 18th from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. with Father Mike Wallens.

OTRA VEZ THRIFT SHOP
Store Hours on Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. throughout February.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA SCHOOL 
Students of the Week: Elementary-Bruno Garcia, Middle School-Marcella Riojas, and High School- Michelle Orozco
High School track season kicks on this weekend, Feb. 21st at the Comanche Relays in Fort Stockton. 2 weeks to go until the Robotics team heads to Lubbock for Regionals. 
Congratulations to Coach Isael Rodriguez for his Half Marathon finish in Austin over the weekend.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Street tacos, steaks and big side dishes all from authentic Mexican recipes.  Come in and enjoy our food and great setting.  BYOB. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window. 

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS
We're open 7 days a week for home cooked breakfasts, lunches and the best coffee in the area.  Located in the Ghost Town, great seating with fantastic views, strong wifi, and newspapers.  432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.  

AA MEETINGS
ALL YOU NEED TO ATTEND AN AA MEETING IS A DESIRE TO QUIT.  If you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office. 

MUSIC LISTINGS
Music at the Bad Rabbit Restaurant at Terlingua Ranch 

Charlie and Judy, Saturday Feb. 21, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Charlie on accordion and Judy on guitar play old country songs, some funny originals, a bit of Broadway and let's not forget the yodeling.  
Full dinner menu, come for dinner, maybe do a little dancing.

BOATHOUSE
Wed, Feb 18 - Open Mic w Rory Hancock

BLOOD MOON ECLIPSE – Your Front-Row Seat Awaits at Jackass Flats Improvement Association in Terlingua!
RV friends & night-sky lovers — this is the event you've been waiting for!
On March 3, 2026 (early morning), a rare total lunar eclipse (the famous Blood Moon) will turn the full Worm Moon a deep, fiery red — and it's the only total lunar eclipse visible worldwide in 2026!
Here in Terlingua, right in the heart of the Greater Big Bend International Dark Sky Reserve, you'll have some of the darkest, clearest skies on the planet to witness it. No city lights, no light pollution — just pure cosmic magic right from your site.
Exact Times for Terlingua (CST – March 3, 2026)
Penumbral eclipse starts: 2:44 a.m.
Partial eclipse begins: 3:50 a.m.
Totality begins (full red moon!): 5:04 a.m.
Maximum eclipse (deepest red): 5:33 a.m.
Totality ends: 6:02 a.m.
Eclipse ends / moonset: ~6:35 a.m.
- 58 incredible minutes of totality — the Moon glowing coppery-red against a blanket of stars, Milky Way, and galaxies.
Why Jackass Flats Improvement Association is the perfect basecamp for this exciting event
- Prime dark-sky location — strict shielding & low-intensity lighting rules keep our skies pristine
- Full-hookup sites, spacious pull-thrus / back-ins, mountain & desert views
- Easy access to Big Bend National Park, Terlingua Ghost Town & epic stargazing
- Step outside your RV, grab a chair, and watch the show — no special gear needed (though binoculars make it even better!).
Whether you're planning a solo astronomy trip, a couple's getaway, or bringing the whole RV crew, this is a bucket-list moment you don't want to miss under one of the best night skies in North America.
Spots are already filling up for eclipse weekend —Listed below are the sites for making your reservation to reserve your site today!
Who's coming to watch the Blood Moon with us?

Harvest Host
https://www.harvesthosts.com/hosts/texas/KAjxOpIDZBkEC1XN85Ct?source=map

Hipcamp
https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/texas-jackass-flats-campground-3j29hx9v?share_id=234ucfydi0c&utm_medium=share&utm_source=share_content

VRBO - Greasewood
https://www.vrbo.com/2124245

VRBO - Frontier
https://www.vrbo.com/2195359

VRBO - MAH
https://www.vrbo.com/2564254

VRBO - Farside of the Moon
https://www.vrbo.com/en-gb/p4964159vb

BIG BEND CRISIS CENTER
Hello Terlingua, looks like the food truck will be on Wednesday Feb. 18th, shout out to all our volunteers. Distribution will be on Friday, Feb. 20th. This should be fun!



 

The Terlingua Moon  

Tuesday --Vol 37, No 6;   February  10 2026 -- by Ghost Writers on the Sly 

Send your MOON news and submissions by Monday NOON to terlinguamoon@gmail.com.  PLEASE no PDFs or fancy fonts!  PDFs cannot be copied by some editors.  We have to totally retype.  Please be good to the editors and DO NOT SEND PDFs. We are on the web at: theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com

 

The No Kings Coalition, including Indivisible and many other groups, have scheduled a third nationwide No Kings mass mobilization on March 28^th. One or more rallies in the tri-county area will be organized in coordination with this event. Indivisible is a nationwide movement of everyday people organizing on the ground in all 50 states to stop the rise of authoritarianism in the United States and to build a real democracy that works for all of us.

Brewster County Commissioners Court, Tuesday, February 10 at 9:30 AM at the courthouse in Alpine.

 

WOMEN IN MUSIC OF THE BIG BEND
A beautiful afternoon celebrating the incredible women musicians right here in our desert community!

Saturday, February 21st
 1:00 – 7:00 pm
 The Cactus Farm
Come hungry and ready to listen!
Schedule of the day: 
1:00–6:00 → Potluck & set-up (bring your favorite dish—no theme, just delicious food!)
2:00–4:00 → Open Mic – everyone welcome to share a song or two! 
4:00–5:00 → Nani Byrd
5:00–6:00 → Sierra Turbo
6:00–7:00 → The Desert Song Birds
Special featured performers throughout the afternoon:
Maggie D • Collie Ryan • Sarah Lynn • Chris Baker
Bring a lawn chair, your favorite dish to share, your instrument if you want to jump in on the open mic, and your best desert spirit. This is going to be a heart-filled, soul-lifting day of music, food, and community under the Big Bend sky.
Tag a friend who loves live music, good food, and strong women artists!
See you at The Cactus Farm!

 

Boil Water Rescind Notice 2-5-2026
On 1-25-26, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system Study Butte WSC, PWS ID 0220035 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers that due to the presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of 2-5-2026.

If you have questions, contact Jorge Garcia at (432) 371-2913.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

Aviso de Hervir Agua Rescindido

2/5/2026

El 1/25/26, la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas requirió que el sistema público de agua Study Butte WSC, PWS ID 0220035, emitiera un Aviso de Hervir Agua para informar a clientes, individuos o empleados que debido a condiciones que ocurrieron recientemente en el sistema público de agua, el agua de este sistema público de agua debía ser hervida antes de que se usara como agua potable o para otros fines de consumo humano.

El sistema público de agua ha tomado las medidas correctivas necesarias para restaurar la calidad del agua distribuida por este sistema público de agua utilizada como agua potable o para otros fines de consumo humano y ha proporcionado a la TCEQ resultados de pruebas de laboratorio que indican que el agua ya no requiere hervir antes de usarse a partir del 2/5/26.

Si usted tiene preguntas sobre este asunto, puede contactar a Jorge Garcia at (432) 371-2913.

Si un cliente desea comunicarse con TCEQ, puede llamar al 512-239-4691

*Traducido a traves del Traductor de Google; por favor discule cualquier error.

 

Alpine Humane Society (benefiting Terlingua Vet Clinic)

• What: Fundraiser
• When: February 22, 6–9 PM
• Where: Venga
• Activities: Food, music, pet fashion/costume
• contest, prize game, cash bar
• Band: Two Crows for Comfort
• Cost: Free entry; food by suggested donation

 

There is a plane visiting almost monthly taking pets to other areas where they are likely to be adopted.  Others are transported out of the area by ground every so often as well! Think about the numbers here!!! Let’s, as a community, become more aware and on board to help with spay and neuter programs. At least call on our neighbors with pets to stand accountable and get our pet population under control. 

 

ALL YOU NEED TO ATTEND AN AA MEETING IS A DESIRE TO QUIT.  If you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 6:30 pm on Thursday at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office.

 

Valentines Day Second Saturday Flea Market!  Valentine’s Day Second Saturday Flea Market!  Saturday the 14^th at "The Chili Pepper Restaurant" east parking lot.  Bring your unwanted things or your crafts and setup for FREE or come and shop.  9 am to noonish. Happy Valentines Day!

 

Come see us at the Saturday Community Market, open from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. 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. You'll also be able to enjoy our fabulous local mobile library and portable free ‘porch’, even consult with Dr. Gigabyte if you have a computer problem. 

---Local art, handcrafted textile goods, fresh eggs, sour dough bread, all natural lip balms and skin care products, all natural essential oil fragrances, beard oil and massage oils, handcrafted, creative jewelry, resin creations, 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. 

---Flea market items are also welcome. After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green. We ask for a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us. 

--We welcome new vendors. To make it easy for new vendors to try our market and to show our appreciation to our regular vendors, we waive set-up fees on the first Saturday of the month, offering free set-up on that day.

--For more information, text or call 432.213.1863 or pop in at the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence. (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.

 

Espresso ... y poco mas  -- We're open 7 days a week for home cooked breakfasts, lunches and the best coffee in the area.  Located in the Ghost Town, great seating with fantastic views, strong wifi, and newspapers.  432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.  

 

Taqueria El Milagro  --  Street tacos, steaks and big side dishes all from authentic Mexican recipes.  Come in and enjoy our food and great setting.  BYOB. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take-out via our drive through window. 

 

Paisano Post from Terlingua School – Congratulations to the Paisanas and Coach Reed and Coach Dodd for the completion of their season Friday night in Marfa. The Paisanos have made the Playoff! Congratulations to Coach Rodriguez and the players. Their Bi-District game will include an opponent from District 10-to be announced. This game most likely will be Feb. 23rd or 24th. 

 

Free Community Health Fair from 4pm-6pm at the gym. All are welcome. Come check out all of the providers that will be in attendance.

Students of the Week: Elementary: Dayron Nanez, JH: Mileydi Garcia, and HS: David Gutierrez

 

Community Yoga Class Forming -- Starts 2/16/26

Donation $5 -- Red Pattillo Community Center

5:30-6:30pm

Hatha Style (one pose at a time)

Kriya Style (chakra/auric cleansing - pranayama)

Mondays (no class 3/2 - go vote)

Bring your own Mat; Some Props Provided

Local Residents/Service Workers Only

Tourists may contract a private class at their Airbnb. 

led by Kate Healy, cyt

 

Discounted Locals Massage Therapy

Mondays - Temple of the Bird

Tuesdays - JAF Arena Lounge

PM or Text 731-699-0509 

Kate Healy, Tx Lic 135433

 

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY   

 

TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE AND FOURTH ANNUAL UGLY FEET CONTEST Monday, March 2 @ 4:00 P.M. Come celebrate the 190th anniversary of Texas Independence from Mexico with the annual impromptu parade beginning and ending at the Ghost Town Porch celebrating the sacrifices of those who won our freedom that has been so easily forgotten by native Texans and unknown by the naturalized and visitors. The parade is scheduled to begin at 4:00 P.M. at the Porch. Gathering for the parade will be at any time necessary for the preparation of your "float" to make the 4:00 start. ALL FLOATS AND UGLY FEET WELCOME. The Ugly Feet contest will take place on the Ghosttown porch right after the parade. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes for contest. Please try to attend with a float and enter your ugly feet into the contest or just come as a spectator and spread the word. Please don't be shy about entering your UGLY FEET. Be proud of your ugly feet! Terlingua is notorious for our ugly feet. Don't let the tourists beat you because the entire planet is eligible to enter.

 

THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY

Hours: Thursday February 12th 2pm-5pm at Canyon View Community Park (next to the school).

-- Saturday February 14th 10am-3pm at the Community Gardens in the Ghost Town.

--Story Hour: Thursday February 12th at 4:00 pm at the Mobile Library at Canyon View Park. Parents and children are encouraged to join Texas teacher Alison Weiss for a read-aloud story time! Includes stories in both Spanish and English. Free milk and cookies for kids who come!

--FREE Spanish Classes: **NEW TIME** from 2pm to 3pm on Saturdays at the library trailer in the Ghost Town. All beginners are encouraged to join us, don't be shy, we'll meet you at whatever level you're at! Please bring your own chair and a pen/pencil and paper for note taking.

--Library Tech Services: Do you have computer, printer, or internet needs? We have the fastest internet in town and a laptop that is available for check out hourly at the library. Dr. Gigabyte is also on hand to help with general questions on technology and communications in the Big Bend.

 

 

--Exchange Box: Our clothing swap was a huge success, and we've used some of the leftovers to replenish the clothing in the free porch! Come check out what's new and drop off your gently used items that you no longer need, let's keep the cycle of things flowing! All donations must be approved by library staff. If you have large donations, please bring them in sturdy boxes :)

--24/7 Book Returns: Did you know we have a drop box for book returns at the entrance to the community gardens? This means you can return your books anytime, even if the library isn't open!

--Follow us @BigBendPublicLibrary on Facebook and Instagram for more updates!

 

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA

Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation

ALSO NOW AVAILABLE:

Food Grade 275 gallon totes - $275/each

Food Grade 55 gallon barrels with removable lids & ports - $85/each

Steel 55-gallon drums with no lids - $50/each

Shop Local!

Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.

Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3096 (home/office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

 

JERRI CROWLEY, Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher will be teaching 3 workshops at the Red Patillo Community Center. 

Iyengar is the science of yoga to align the body using postures and props to make poses accessible to each student. Join CERTIFIED Iyengar Teacher, Level 2, Jerri Crowley for this in person movement class to learn how to strengthen and stretch your body to claim ownership of your healing and management.
Saturday February 28th 10am-12pm Yoga for Low Back Pain

Saturday February 28th 4pm-5:30pm Yoga for Better Posture with shoulder/neck/head focus

Sunday March 1 11am-1pm Yoga for Tight Hips and Hamstrings

Cost is $30 per workshop or $75 for all 3. Space is limited. Venmo @Jerrilyn-Crowley to reserve your spot and specify your name and which workshops you are paying to attend.

Details on Facebook: Big Bendy Yoga or San Angelo Iyengar Yoga with Jerri Crowley

Valentine Second Saturday Flea Market is this Saturday at "The Chili Pepper Cafe" east parking lot in Terlingua.  Setup is free - starts at 9 am until noonish.  Bring your good no longer needed stuff or come and shop!  Happy Valentines Day to all.

Terlingua Moon   Vol. 37   No. 5

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When the Crisis Center of the Big Bend pays for food to be distributed in South Brewster County it costs about one per cent of the retail cost for the food.  Thus a $25 donation to the Crisis Center will pay for $2,500 worth of food to feed our neighbors.  ~ Paul Glaves

Paisano Post from Terlingua School  Congratulations to Team #11720, Big Bend High School's Robotics Team, the Purobots. They were ranked 1st after the Championship matches and won 2nd Place for the Control Award and were the Winning Alliance Captain. They were the only team of 21 to not lose a single match during the day. They will be advancing to Regionals in Lubbock. Thank you, Mr. Anthenat for all of your dedication and knowledgeable leadership.

Last home basketball games and Senior night will be this Tuesday, the 3rd, with girls starting at 6pm and Boys at 7:30pm both playing against Fort Davis. There will be a concession stand. Free admission.

Good luck to our Powerlifting Team, Tony and Anthony and Coach Cannon, as they travel to Crane for their first meet. 

Friday in Marfa will be the last regular season games of the season for the teams with the Girls starting at 6pm and the Boys at 7:30pm. Go Paisanas and Paisanos!

Big Bend Episcopal Mission Services & Otra Vez Thrift Store Hours  

Saturdays Holy Eucharist Services-Sts. Mary & Josephs' Chapel in Lajitas 5pm

Ash Wednesday will be celebrated on 2/18th starting at 5pm and will be available until 6:30pm at Otra Vez with Father Mike and Ashes To Go. All are welcome to come by.

Otra Vez Thrift Store: Wednesdays in February: 10am-2pm & 5:30pm-6:30pm

The 2026 WORDOFF will take place at the Cinnabar Theater on Groundhog Day, that's the 2nd of February. Sign-up at 6pm   Words at 7pm  The WORDOFF is Terlingua's annual spoken word event. Prose, poetry and tall tales are all encouraged, original material only please. You have 5 minutes to share your work with a 5- minute cutoff that will be loosely applied by the MC's. We are proud to provide a safe space for folks to get up on stage and share your original works. Happy, sad, topical, universal, we want it all.   We will spend a little time at the beginning of the evening remembering our dear friend and original wordoffer, Tom Gaffaney.   You can write about anything you want, but if you need inspiration, this year the theme is OLD FRIENDS.   

Espresso ... y poco mas  We're open even days a week for home cooked breakfasts, lunches and the best coffee in the area.  Located in the Ghost Town, great seating with fantastic views, strong wifi, and newspapers.  432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.

Taqueria El Milagro Street tacos, steaks and big side dishes all from authentic Mexican recipes.  Come in and enjoy our food and great setting.  BYOB. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window.

ALPINE HUMANE SOCIETY Plans to bring a vet clinic to Terlingua again this year to provide spaying, neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping services for the community. To accomplish this, we are having a fundraiser for the 2026 clinic on Sunday, February 22nd, from 6 to 9 pm at Venga. We will have brisket-stuffed baked potatoes by donation, music by Two Crows for Comfort, adoptable pets with OTAT WTX, a cash bar by The Ritchey, a pet costume contest, and more. Come participate and help us make it a success so we can continue providing services to the community. 

TERLINGUA LOCAL CLOTHING SWAP  Refresh your wardrobe sustainably! Trade what you don’t wear for something you’ll love. Open to all ages, sizes, and genders.   When: Feb 8th, 10 AM – 5 PM   Where: Red Pattillo Community Center (Behind the Post Office)   To participate, drop off your clean, quality clothes at Big Bend Mobile Library Trailer at one of these times/locations and ask for Mo:

Mon Feb 2nd 5pm-7pm Cinnabar Theater 

Thurs Feb 5th 2pm-5pm Canyon View Community Park 

Sat Feb 7th 10am-3pm Community Gardens

If you want to participate but none of these times/locations work for you, please text Mo at 432-584-9030 to arrange something!

CLOTHING MENDING FUNDRAISER    Have you lost a button on your favorite shirt, have you torn a hole in your favorite jeans? Bring them to our clothing swap event on February 8th at the Red Pattillo building between 10 AM and 5 PM! We will be mending clothes on site in exchange for small donations to some of our local non-profit projects! For more information, or if you'd like to volunteer, please message us @BigBendPublicLibrary (Facebook and Instagram), or email us at bigbendpubliclibrary@gmail.com

This coming Saturday is the first Saturday of February,  so we're waiving vendor fees, set up is free as a thank you to our regular vendors and a welcome to new vendors. Come see us at the Saturday Community Market, open from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. 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. You'll also be able to enjoy our fabulous local mobile library and portable free ‘porch’, even consult with Dr. Gigabyte if you have a computer problem.   Local art, handcrafted textile goods, all natural lip balms and skin care products, all natural essential oil fragrances, beard oil and massage oils, handcrafted, creative jewelry, resin creations, 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. 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.   We welcome new vendors. To make it easy for new vendors to try our market and to show our appreciation to our regular vendors, we waive set-up fees on the first Saturday of the month, offering free set-up on that day. For more information, text or call 432.213.1863 or pop in at the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence. (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. 

Doctor Jay Kirk, Owner and operator of Clark Chiropractic from Odessa will be in the area Friday night February 6th at Easter egg motel at 5 pm-7pm and then Saturday morning February 7th at Mrs Ann Dixon's home on whitemill road off of Terlingua ranch road to see people and do treatments from 8:30 am to 11:00 am. You can call his office number to book an appointment for  Friday night or Saturday morning. 1432/337-5553 Call Clark Chiropractic office number by no later than Thursday afternoon by 4 pm and tell them that you want to book an appointment for friday evening or Saturday morning. Make sure you tell them you want the appointment in Terlingua. If you have trouble booking let me know AnnaMarie Posey and I will try to help you.  He uses DNFT Directional technique.   https://www.clarkchiropractictx.com     He is wonderful and comes all the way down here after working till noon on Friday in Odessa just to help us out. He is also a Terlingua ranch property owner.

TERLINGUA RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS' POTLUCK:  Join your friends and neighbors at the next property owners' potluck on Thursday, February 5th at 6:00 pm in the Bunkhouse at Terlingua Ranch.  Please bring a dish to share.  The ranch will provide paper plates, cutlery, iced tea, and water,  For more information, please call Marilynn at 432.371.2194.

MILKY WAY TREATS Saturday morning bakery cart will be OPEN this weekend, Saturday 10am! We’re back with your favorites: cinnamon rolls, kolaches, gf pastries and more! Stop by and treat yourself, Terlingua! The ice cream trailer is also open this weekend, Sat – Mon 4–9 p.m. We’ll have our creamy dreamy, chocolate and vanilla soft serve, along with fun sundaes, milkshakes and delicious homemade pints to go. Gracias, Terlingua!

News from Brewster County Elections: As many of you are aware, the yellow voter registration certificates expired in December. The Secretary of State is experiencing delays in processing and pushing data to counties- until we receive this information we cannot print the new certificates.  Please know that the expired certificate does not impact your registration status or ability to vote. If you were a qualified registered voter last year- you still are. On election day you just need to present a valid photo ID to vote, you do not need the certificate. To check your voter registration status any time, visit VoteTexas.gov

Primary elections are important!  If you don't like who you are voting for in November, maybe it's because you didn't vote in the primaries in March.  Monday, February 2, 2026 is the deadline to register to vote in the upcoming Primary Elections.  You can check your voter register at VoteTexas.gov  Sample ballots and other news about the upcoming elections are available at https://www.brewstercounty.gov/page/elections.information

Help Decide what comes next for our healthcare.  Community Town Hall - We want to hear from you.  Tuesday, February 17   5:30 to 6:30 PM  in Alpine Public Library  New healthcare funding is coming to rural communities.  This is a chance to improve local services based on what people here actually need.  Join us to learn about upcoming healthcare funding.  Talk about Local health needs and Share ideas on how resources should be prioritized.  Your voice belongs in the plan for new healthcare funding.  All are welcome.  No RSVP required.

Community Yoga Class Forming   Starts 2/16/26, Donation $5  Red Pattillo Community Center  5:30-6:30pm  Hatha Style (one pose at a time)  Kriya Style (chakra/auric cleansing - pranayama)

Mondays (no class 3/2 - go vote)  Bring your own Mat, Some Props Provided Local Residents/Service Workers Only Tourists may contract a private class at their Airbnb. led by Kate Healy, cyt  Discounted Locals Massage Therapy Mondays - Temple of the Bird  Tuesdays - JAF Arena Lounge

PM or Text 731-699-0509   Kate Healy, Tx Lic 135433

Earth and Fire Gallery  Jen Pena is back in the Gallery for the month as our guest artist with her beautiful photography featuring Big Bend Days and Nights , Her work is absolutely stunning—come see for yourself.  Artist Reception: February 14th     5–8 PM

Last Saturday, Team 11720 – the Purobots competed in El Paso at the UTEP Memorial Gym and finished the regular season in 1st place with an impressive 17–3 record. After alliance selections, the Purobots advanced to the championship round and  along with their alliance partners, EL Dorado HS Aztechs, went undefeated to win the El Paso League Championship for the second year in a row. This is a major accomplishment for Team 11720, and the team is now gearing up for Regionals in Lubbock, TX at the end of the month.  I would like to thank our school, sponsors, parents and community members for their continued support. Your encouragement, time, and resources make opportunities like this possible, and we are grateful for the commitment shown to our students and team.                  - Coach B.T. Anthenat

I was recently in Terlingua for Dia de Los Muertos and lingered by the resting place of Pablo Menudo for a while, and his friends were playing some of his music and poems on a speaker.  One of the poems was about 25 minutes long and seemed to be about almost everything under the sun, and I've been having trouble tracking it down. Would you happen to know anything about that, or would you be able to put me in touch with someone down there who'd be able to help me find it?   I really liked your town and the people in it, hope to get back down there soon!  Thanks very much,  Jonathan Flowers

ALL YOU NEED TO ATTEND AN AA MEETING IS A DESIRE TO QUIT.  If you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 6:30 pm on Thursday at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office.

Big Bend National Park to Host Ribbon-Cutting for Historic Service Station Renovation

BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Texas –   Big Bend National Park and Casa Grande Hospitality, a subsidiary of Aramark Destinations, invite the public to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Panther Junction Service Station on Feb. 12 at 10 a.m.  The Panther Junction Service Station, built in 1958, is part of the Panther Junction Mission 66 historic district and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Along with the nearby Panther Junction Visitor Center, the service station was intended to serve as a “welcome mat for park visitors” and designed to both be seen by the public and blend in with the surrounding landscape. The angle of the roof mirrors that of nearby Lone Mountain.  The 864-square-foot interior was renovated in summer 2025 to update the facility with modern amenities while preserving the historic structure and exterior appearance. The interior remodel features an open floor plan with more natural lighting, a self-checkout kiosk, all new cabinetry, shelving, wall fixtures, and coolers, updated restrooms, and more. Products available include snacks, beverages, souvenirs, and sundries.  Exterior updates include a covered pavilion with solar panels constructed to house a food trailer, which will begin serving food options in spring 2026. Other updates include picnic tables, bike rack, generator, an EV charging station and new asphalt.

Big Bend National Park to Begin Invasive Tree Removal Along the Rio Grande  Big Bend National Park will cut down and apply herbicide to invasive tamarisk along the Rio Grande, including the Hot Springs area, February 12-28. The area along the Rio Grande from Solis to the eastern park boundary will be temporarily closed in sections and marked with signs while herbicide is being applied. This work is not expected to affect visitor access to the historic Langford Hot Springs.  Please see the whole news releases at News Releases - https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA  Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and InstallationALSO NOW AVAILABLE:  Food Grade 275 gallon totes - $275/each

Food Grade 55 gallon barrels with removable lids & ports - $85/each

Steel 55 gallon drums with no lids - $50/each

Shop Local!     Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.

Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3096 (home/office) or 806-781-7814 (cell}

Available at All Energies 390 watt solar modules $150 each, plus tax. Also in stock EG4 3kW Off-Grid Inverter for $699 plus tax -- the same price as from SS, but with shipping price included. For more information, or if you’ve got questions about solar power, email us at TerlinguaSolar@gmail.com or text 432-242-1874 today.

THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY  >Hours: Monday February 2nd 5pm-7pm at The Cinnabar Theater(5 Fire Station Road) for The Word Off!!!  Thursday February 5th 2pm-5pm at Canyon View Community Park(next to the school)   Saturday February 7th 10am-3pm at the Community Gardens in the Ghost Town

>Calling Volunteers! Thursday morning from 10am-2pm we will be hanging out in our book storage building and working on organization and adding new books to our collections. Come keep us company and see the new arrivals!

>FREE Spanish Classes: **NEW TIME** from 2pm to 3pm on Saturdays at the library trailer in the Ghost Town. All beginners are encouraged to join us, don't be shy, we'll meet you at whatever level you're at! Please bring your own chair and a pen/pencil and paper for note taking.

>Library Tech Services: Do you have computer, printer, or internet needs? We have the fastest internet in town and a laptop that is available for check out hourly at the library. Dr. Gigabyte is also on hand to help with general questions on technology and communications in the Big Bend.

>Exchange Box: We brought back the infamous “Free Porch!” Donate your used-but-still-useful household items, and then check to see if we have that thingy you've been looking for. All donations must be approved by library staff. If you have large donations, please bring them in sturdy boxes :)

>Follow us @BigBendPublicLibrary on Facebook and Instagram for more updates!

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