Terlingua Moon

VOL. 30 NO. 42               OCTOBER 15, 2019               BY MAEWESTERN

“Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” — Roald Dahl

Fiesta at BBRSP

FREE - FREE - FIESTA!! NOV. 2 and 3 at Big Bend Ranch State Park. We hope to see you here. Link for all you need to know: https://parkfriends.org/Fiesta!

National Take-Back

October 26 

10:00 am to 2:00 pm 

Bring any unused/unwanted medications by Morrison True Value, in Alpine.

Third Annual Terlingua Talent Show

Don’t forget, larks and twinkle-toes! There are fans to be wowed and money to be made on the 24th of this month at the Third Annual Terlingua Talent Show. AND IT’S NOT JUST FOR KIDS!  So sharpen up your act and be there at 6 p.m. on Thursday, and bring your cheering section, ‘cause they’ll be the judges who decide who gets the cash prizes.

From Al Barlow

This is the year of the “25th Annual Terlingua Music Bash.” Costume contest follows annual “Parade into the Ghostown” on Saturday, October 19th. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite themed costume from the past 24 years of TMB themes. I’ll probably come as Al Barlow. Gareth just might show up as the Toad!

The 25th Anniversary Schedule

The Year Of Music

Weds.Oct.16, 6-9, Jerome, Starlight Theater

Weds., Oct.16,7-? Open Mic Hosted By Al Barlow, LaKiva

Thurs.,Oct. 16, 5-7, Pizza W/Happy Nancy, Longdraw Pizza

Thus., Oct.17, 5-7, Happy Hour W/ Chet O’Keefe, LaKiva

Thur.,Oct.17, 7-10,Songwriters Circle,Hosted By Rodney Joe Smith,LaKiva

Thurs.,Oct 17,6-9, Stephen Chopek, Starlight Theater

Fri.,Oct. 18, 7-11, Rich & Miranda, LaKiva

Fri.,Oct.18, 6-9, John Whipple & Butch Morgan, Starlight Theater

Sat.,Oct.19, Noon-1, Mike Trigg, LaKiva

Sat.,Oct.19, 1-2, Rich&Miranda, LaKiva

Sat.,Oct.19, 2-3, The Flying Woitena’s w/ Claude “Butch” Morgan
Sat.. Oc. 19 3-4  Kellie King  LaKiva

Sat.,Oct.19,4:20 UhClem Porch Picking, Starlight Theater

Sat.Oct.,19, Costume Parade, We will line up at Gareth Park, go thru Ghosttown to LaKiva

Sat,Oct., 19, 7 Costume Contest, LaKiva

Sat. Oct.19, 7-10 Scott Walker CD Release Party

Sat.,Oct.19, 8-10,”Dance Party”, aka as Butch Morgan & John Whipple! With Dance Contest, LaKiva

Sun.,Oct.20,Noon-2, Gospel Brunch,LaKiva

Sun.,Oct.,20,2-3, Rodney Joe Smith,Lakiva

Sun.,Oct,20, 3-4, Rich&Miranda, LaKiva

Sun.Oct 20, 4-5, Jeff Haislip, Lakiva

Sun.,Oct. 20, 5-6 Scott Walker, LaKiva

Sun.,Oct.20, 6-9, Stephen Castillo, Starlight Theater

Sun., Oct.20, 7-11, Cary Whindham

Mon.Oct. 21, 6-9, John Whipple &Butch Morgan, Starlight Theater

Setting a Stone for Fromholz

We received word from Darcie Jane Fromholz, eldest of musician, boatman, sometimes Ghost Town resident, rascal, troubadour, and all around good guy, Steve Fromholz. 

She, along with her sister, Felicity Rose, and their mama, Janey Lake, will be gathering with friends and family to lay a stone for Fromholz on Saturday, November 9th in the Terlingua Cemetery, probably around 4 pm. There will be a second-line to follow, some light libations and such as well.

Additionally, performing at the Starlight that night will be Dan McCrimmon, dad’s partner in Frummox, as well as Craig Hillis of the Lost Austin band, as well as others TBA. More information will be provided as the date nears, so mark your calendar.

Updated Hours for Recycle Trailer

We had our first Wednesday afternoon being open but it was very slow. So we are going to try 5:30 to 7 PM and see how that works. So please bear with us and we try to find out the best times to be open.

Canyon Brew

Canyon Brew at Farflung Outdoor Center invites you to try our cold brew or just your favorite drink iced. Also try kolaches, toasted bagels, espresso, candy bar lattes, cappuccino, macchiato, and chai. Don’t forget – bring your own mug and save a buck! Opens at 7 a.m. daily with quick service! Remember to check out Facebook for specials.

Support the Terlingua Fire Department T-Shirts have arrived !!!

Multiple colors and sizes available. $20 each and they are available at the Fire Station located at 23250 FM 170, here in Terlingua. Sales hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. Thank you for your support !!!Ordering and shipping information for those of you not located in Terlingua is:
$8 flat rate shipping. Make checks payable to Terlingua Fire and EMS or TFEMS and mail to PO Box 290, Terlingua, TX.79852. For credit card orders, contact Kathy at 432-371-2536 Monday Through Friday between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm. Thank you for your interest and support!

El Despoblado

“The conquistadors called Big Bend ‘el despoblado’, the deserted wilderness.  Not many have ever wanted to live in this brutally harsh desert, not soldiers, not settlers, not smugglers. Even Apaches and Comanches were just passing through.  -   Until now.”

    Allan C. Kimball, Houston Press, August 16, 2001

Brewster County Commissioners Court Meeting

There will be a regular meeting of the Brewster County Commissioners Court tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16, at 9 am at the Brewster County Courthouse in the Commissioners Courtroom, located at 6th and Ave. E, in Alpine.Agenda here: http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Agenda-Commissioners-Court-October-16-2019.pdf

The Town Electrician

Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504  ME# 326558  Local, Licensed, Insured 

thetownelectrician@bigbend.net  432-424-3464 (Home)  432-538-2533 (Cell)

Big Bend Resort Adventures Cafe

Our new hours for our Restaurant are 7AM to 10AM Breakfast ala carte Sunday thru Wednesday. Buffet served Thursday thru Saturday 7AM to 10AM. Lunch 11AM to 3PM Sunday thru Wednesday. Dinner only on Thursday thru Saturday 3PM to 8:30 PM.

Please ask for our lunch and Dinner Specials. Don’t forget about our gift shop at the Motor Inn.

Alpine Lions’ Eye Machine

Alpine Lions’ eye test machine will be at the Terlingua American Legion on 17 Oct from 3-6pm.

This Week at the Starlight

Monday, 14th: Jeff Gavin with Tim Callahan

Tuesday: Brandi Humberson

Wednesday: Jerome

Thursday: Stephen Chopek

Friday: John Whipple & Butch Morgan

Saturday 19th: Scott Walker CD Release Party and the opening of “Daytripping” – the art of Missy Walker (Artists Reception 5-7 p.m.)

Sunday: Stephen Castillo

Monday 21st: Butch Morgan & John Whipple

There will be a special celebration the afternoon of Saturday the 19th around 4 p.m. on the Porch as family and friends remember longtime Terlingua resident and musician, Uh Clem. 

Doors open every day of the week at 5 p.m. Dinner 5-10 p.m.  Full Bar until Midnight (1 a.m. on Saturday). Dinner reservations for 10 or more: terlinguastarlight@gmail.com.  Hope to see you soon!

Wylie Water Catchment Tanks

Hoping to fill before it gets too cold, or too busy down here. There’s still room on the truckload for at least 1 more tank. A filled load means hundreds of dollars saved in freight costs. As always, no sales tax. We don’t cash deposit checks until the tanks arrive. And, we have the heavy-duty Banjo valves on hand. 371-2506; cell (512) 924-2506 or email: elcentro432@gmail.com

The 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.

New hours for TERLINGUA RECYCLES!

Not only open Saturday, 9-13, also Wednesday, 5:30-7. Located behind the ball fields (look for the sign to turn before the fields)  Currently we can ONLY ACCEPT:

           -aluminum cans

            -CLEAN tin cans

            -CLEAN #1 and #2 plastic

           -CLEAN cardboard.

All else has to be turned away.

For suggestions or to volunteer, email Robert Krull at krullro@outlook.com.

There’s a New Cookoff in Town

“BITE ME” chili cook off, Saturday, October 26, at the party barn. CASI points awarded to winners. Judges are needed! Sign up by 12:30 to help decide which is best (and get a few bites of outrageously good chili!). Food and local art booths, free to wander. Charity of choice is Big Bend Family Crisis Center.

Like To Be a Dark Sky Hero? You Can! 

For free information and advice, contact Amber Harrison at bigbenddarksky@gmail.com. You can also talk to her at the Green Scene, happening October 26-27; going dark does not require a lot of money or work, and protects our view of the stars...join the Dark Ones!

Terlingua Green Scene!

The 11th annual GREEN SCENE festival will be held on the last weekend in October: Saturday the 26th and Sunday the 27th. Terlingua Community Garden is partnering with Big Bend Ranch State Park to include a very special educational program related to DARK SKIES. We still have room for more vendors and demonstrators! For more information and to sign up, please email TerlinguaGreenScene@gmail.com or call 371-2902 today. Don’t forget to LIKE us on Facebook, FOLLOW on Instagram, and check out our website www.TerlinguaGreenScene.org for updates, forms, and other information.

Flack Electrical Services

Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791. Licensed, bonded and insured. 940.255.2723

Dig Terlingua

We do Septic Systems and Dirt Work, Backhoe Ditching, Digging, Dozer & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.

Hauling road base, gravel, sand, etc. Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations – TCEQ #34046, 713.907.5259

All Energies Tip of the Week 

Proper battery watering will help your bank last longer and produce less mess. Most of the batteries in the Big Bend are the flooded lead acid type, which means they require maintenance. These batteries contain Sulfuric Acid, often referred to as electrolyte which is about 30% acid and 70% water. The water in the electrolyte is lost over time and needs to be replenished. Check the electrolyte approximately every 30 days. Batteries will consume more water in warmer months and older batteries need the electrolyte checked more often. ALWAYS wear safety glasses and gloves when adding distilled water! NEVER have an open flame, spark, or lit cigarette around your batteries. Use a flashlight with a narrow beam to look at the liquid level in the cell. The electrolyte level in the battery needs to be above the plates and below the recessed well. Don’t worry about spilling distilled water on top of the batteries, since pure water is a poor electrical conductor. Bring the electrolyte level to about one-quarter inch below the bottom of the cell well, or about 1.25” below the top of the battery, do not overfill. If you need help making your solar system work better, email casey@allenergies.net or call/text 432-242-1874.

This Week at La Kiva

First of all, Fish ‘n Chips are back on the Menu on Thursdays and Fridays.Sorry for the interruption!

Lots going on this week:

Wednesday, October 16

Al Barlow will be hosting Open Mic from 7 to 11 pm

Thursday, October 17

Chet O’Keefe with his wonderful guitar music from 5 to 7 pm

Rodney Joe Smith will host the Songwriters Circle from 7 to 11 pm

Friday, October 18

Rick and Miranda from 7 to 11 pm

Saturday, October 19

LA KIVA WILL BE OPEN AT NOON - BAR AND RESTAURANT

12 to 1pm - Mike Trigg

1 to 2pm - Reg and Miranda

2 to 3pm - The Flying Woitdnas with Claude Butch Morgan

3 to 4pm - Terry Windham

Special at 4.20 pm.  The Uh Clem Memorial Kicking Circle

Starting at 6 pm there will be a Parade at Garth Park through the Ghost Town ending at La Kiva - Costume Contest with Awards at 7 pm.

Band “Dance Party” from 8 to 10 pm - Dance Contest with prizes.

Sunday, October 20 - La Kiva Bar Open

12 to 2 pm - Gospel Brunch - Pot Luck -  and Acoustic Picking.  Free Mimosas while they last.

The above is subject to change.

Taqueria El Milagro

The Ghost Town’s favorite taco!  We make the freshest, best tacos in Brewster County so plan a visit. Standard range of tacos with amazing sides and surprise specials now and then. We have a fun and easy atmosphere Thursdays through Sundays, 5 pm to 10 pm (9pm on Thursdays and Sundays). Eat in, take out!! Saturday and Sunday mornings:  menudo and pozole from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. - or until we sell out. Come early!

Espresso y Poco Mas!

We’re open 7:30 am until 2 pm seven days a week and serve up the freshest, cooked to order food in the Ghost Town. We’ve got Big Bend Roasters coffee, a fantastic breakfast and lunch menu and great atmosphere.   Our regular menu has favorites like meatloaf sandwiches, Rueben sandwiches, eggs anyway you like ‘em, homemade pastry goodies, salad, and YES, we pack picnics and orders to go. Come sit in the shade, kick back with our free wifi, meet new people and take in the view of the Chisos!

Earth and Fire Gallery

Opening Party for this month’s Guest Artist, Linda Walker, Saturday at 5:30 PM.

“When we travel we sometimes get lucky and find those local artists whose works are not only unique, but exceptional. Particularly in emerging nations many of these artists are unable to bring their talents and products to a larger audience. My husband and I traveled to Guatemala this summer on a medical mission/vacation that morphed into a buying trip for unique art and stupendous textiles.  Know that a fair price was paid for all this work - we believe in supporting these artists in the small studios and homes where they create these pieces. we hope you will enjoy both the artwork/textile and knowing you were helping to keep their dreams alive” — Linda Walker

BADLANDS MUSIC Vol.1 - LIVE MUSIC SESSIONS 

October 16-20th (Wed-Sun)

4pm-Midnight 

Come on down and stay awhile. Sip on over 50 diff flavors of fermented water, and soak in this rare collection of Big Bend Singer Song Writers - Refined & tumbled across this solitary and remote desert landscape long enough to smooth out the feathers of any frazzeled city forager or AWOL desert drifter. 

High Sierra Bar & Grill, Terlingua Ghostown, Entry is Free, BYOLiquor $10 set-ups,Agave Wine & Lime Margaritas. get a ride. carpool. walk. ride a bike. get here.

VA Medical Info Sharing

VA electronically shares the right information at the right time with participating community care providers who treat you, in order to help you and your health care team make the most informed treatment decisions. This instant exchange of information can dramatically improve patient safety, especially during emergency situations. VA is committed to protecting Veteran privacy. VA only shares Veteran health information with specific community providers when a Veteran is seeking medical care. Only community providers and organizations that have partnership agreements with VA and are part of VA’s approved, trusted network may receive VA health information. 

Notice to Veterans: The VA Health Information Exchange Opt Out Form, VA Form 10-10164, is now available online at www.va.gov, on this website, or in Release of Information Office (ROI) at VA medical centers.The form must be signed, mailed and/or hand carried to a Veteran’s local Release of Information Office. VA Form 10-0484 expired on September 30, 2019, the new form VA 10-10164, will need to be submitted if a Veteran desires not to share their electronic health information. Currently, there are no means of submitting the form electronically. 

VA Systems will begin opting all Veterans into health information sharing beginning January 2020.

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