by Million sMiles

Terlingua MOON

November 24, 2020

Vol.  31   No. 47

“It’s not Happiness that brings us Gratitude.  It’s Gratitude that brings us Happiness!”

Monterey Bay Holistic

Big Bend Resort Adventures Café

Thanksgiving Menu

Restaurant Hours

Breakfast 7-10AM

Lunch 11:00AM to 4:00PM

Until supplies last

Take out or Dining in

$16.95 per adult, children $9.95

 Roast Turkey & Gravy

Ham Glazed, Cranberry Sauce

Mashed Potatoes, Yams,

Cornbread Stuffing, Green Bean,

Corn Medley, Chef Signature Salad, Dinner Rolls

 Dessert:  Pecan Cobbler or Pumpkin Pie

 Reservations (suggested) can be made by calling (432) 371-2244 

High Sierra Bar & Grill

Thanksgiving Dinner Special

Thursday Dinner available Noon - Close

Turkey Ham Mashed Potatoes Gravy Cranberry Sauce Pumpkin Pie Green Beans Corn Stuffing Chocolate Pie!!! Add your desert for $3!!

Thursday Music - Patrick Smith & Spoons

Saturday Music -Special Guest Musician -  Moses & Guests    (432)371-3282

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church will have services on Saturdays at 5pm. The Episcopal Church welcomes all. Peace be with you.

Join us at the Starlight for Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26th! 

We will be offering a traditional Thanksgiving menu for dine in and take out. 

Pre orders for the Thanksgiving Feast To Go will be open until November 25th. If you would like to pre order, please email terlinguastarlight@gmail.com. Pre orders will ONLY be taken through email. To go orders can be placed day of at the Starlight Cantina between 5-9 PM or until sold out.

Restaurant dining is first come first serve for parties under 10 people. We have limited reservation slots for parties 10+, if you would like to make a reservation please email terlinguastarlight@gmail.com. Reservations will ONLY be taken through email. 

This week at The Starlight 

Monday, November 23rd - JEROME EFRAIM 6-9 PM 

Wednesday, November 25th - KARAOKE NIGHT 9 P.M - Midnight

Thursday, November 26th - RYAN ROBERTS 6-9 PM 

Friday, November 27th - JACOB ALAN JAEGER DUO W/ KRIS WADE 6-9 PM

Saturday, November 28th - LAIRD CONSIDINE 6-9 PM

Sunday, November 29th - JACOB ALAN JAEGER DUO W/ KRIS WADE 6-9 PM

Taqueria El Milagro

Happy Thanksgiving week!  We will be open regular hours all weekend.

Everything a taco stand should have and more.   BYOB and enjoy some of Terlingua's best dining. Located in the heart of Terlingua.   We pride ourselves on fresh ingredients and great service.  Come see us!

Fun outdoor seating is available or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window.

Open Wednesdays through Sundays ... 5PM until 10PM. 

Espresso ... y poco mas

Open regular hours Thanksgiving weekend for your  breakfast and lunch dining.  Free wifi, incredible views and cooked to order food.  

We serve only beans from Big Bend Roasters.  The best in the region!   Smoothies, salads, guac, eggs any way you like them, and a great standard menu.  Eat in, take out or have us pack a picnic for you. Open from 7:30 a.m to 2 p.m. seven days a week

Road Repair Project to Begin

A major road repair project is set to begin Friday, November 20, 2020.  Over the next two months, road crews will be busy making much needed improvements to many park roads.  Big Bend National Park visitors and area residents should expect temporary delays of up to 30 minutes and, in some cases, temporary road closures.

To view the full news release, please visit Big Bend National Park's news release page:

https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm

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)

It’s hair time again!!! Call or text for your appointment. I will be there Nov 30- Dec 4. I won’t be back again till after Christmas. Book now don’t wait!! Haircuts, color, and products! Also gift certificates will be available.  Kaci

Lajitas Golf Resort is hiring! We are currently looking to fill a number of positions including: Hostess, Busser, Dishwasher, HVAC Technician, Facilities Maintenance, RV Park Attendant, Golf Pro Shop Attendant, and IT Support Technician.

Full time positions receive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus two weeks of paid vacation a year! Other perks include daily lunch provided, complimentary golf(based on availability), free laundry facilities, employee fitness center and swimming facilities. If interested please apply on Coolworks, and reach out to Human Resources at tswift@lajitasgolfresort.com

Earth and Fire Gallery

We’re open 9 AM to 6 PM most every day just west of y Poco Mas Coffee Shop, with many unique treasures.  Our guest artist, Zoe Jakobsky, will only be here through the end of the month so hurry on down!

POATRI elections are upon us! - You have until the end of the month to make sure you can vote in the 2021 POATRI Board of Directors Elections. Is your correct address on file at the POATRI office? If you are a new property owner, have you completed the process necessary to be included as an owner in the POATRI database? Are you current on all fees and assessments?  Not sure? The POATRI office, (432) 371-3146.  Check out POATRI.org for additional news or information

Water at Terlingua Ranch Lodge - 5 gallon bottled water is now available at Terlingua Ranch Lodge office during regular business hours for 7.00 Refundable bottle deposit is $9.50.  Potable and Non-Potable water can be purchased at the office from 9am to 3pm daily.  The well is taking longer and longer to refill during this drought.  Be a good neighbor, ration accordingly and please don’t exceed the allotted quantity limits per account. We are working on well improvements and infrastructure upgrades.

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, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.

Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.

We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.

Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.

713.907.5259

Brewster County Commissioners Court regular meeting December 2.  Agenda here:

http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/AGENDA-Commissioners-Court-Special-Meeting-December-2-2020.pdf

Watch zoom live on FB or later on Brewster County FB page

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

From Ms. Crockett: The 4th grade Science Class really found enlightenment during their Circuits Lab.

From Ms. Reed: High school students will have the opportunity to compete virtually against other high school students in the state for the following events: Accounting, Computer Science, Number Sense, Current Issues & Events, and Literary Criticism. The 1st round of the competition will be in January. Happy Thanksgiving Break Paisanos!

The Joee May Barnes Memorial Scholarship Fund is virtual this year.  The “Go Fund Me” account is at:  https://www.gofundme.com/f/joee-may-barnes-memorial-fundraiser-2020?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cf%20share-flow-1&__FB_PRIVATE_TRACKING__=%7B%22loggedout_browser_id%22%3A%22e17761a8208eb63ea058df673d03c9ef01d9dc79%22%7D&fbclid=IwAR028s0OIthFQMnKNV3D0tk1qRCCi95JcHg10giqt2nN7nMxNBPNkYhXStE

  Or you can mail checks to POBox 174, Terlingua, TX 79852. Make checks payable to - BBEC (Big Bend Education Corp).  I want to thank our Community and Friends for all your support- year after year - to keep this Scholarship going for our Terlingua Graduates..!  Lanetta Barnes

Latest Covid news:

https://bigbendsentinel.com/2020/11/14/coronavirus-live-updates-for-the-big-bend-region/

Burn Ban is on for Brewster County

http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/ORDER-PROHIBITING-OUTDOOR-BURNING-as-of-11-18-2020.pdf

Amateur radio license class 

December 2, 9, 16, and January 6 

630 to 7:50 PM at the Cactus Farm 

The free classes aim to motivate and inform Terlingua Ranch residents on how to get an FCC license and the use of radio in South County. There are three levels of FCC amateur licenses. The classes here are for the first two levels. The only requirement for a license is to pass administered test.

For more information or to register for the class send an email to Scott at 

k15anq@outlook.com

Texas Department of State Health Services shows 167 active cases for Brewster county, 93 for Presidio county, 22 for Jeff Davis county. Updated to 6 fatalities for Brewster County, 7 for Presidio County, 0 for JD County.  6 hospitalizations in Brewster County

Last update to data was on 11/23  

Make wise choices. 

Two Nations ~ One Park

How a big dream for the US and Mexico could help both countries

Zoom meeting Thursday, Nov 19 at 5 pm

by Rick LoBello - El Paso Zoo Education 

Meeting ID   856 1772 6222

PassCode       CDEC2020

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.  We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing…

Big Bend State PARK UPDATE: 

PARK REMAINS OPEN; SAUCEDA RANGER STATION TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Another BBRSP staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing has been completed and the employees with potential exposure are in quarantine. Due to the nature of the potential exposure and staffing levels, the park will remain open. However, Sauceda Ranger Station (park interior) will be closed from 11/24 - 11/28. Showers, restrooms, and services at Sauceda will be unavailable.  

Please check in at Fort Leaton State Historic Site or Barton Warnock Visitor Center for your permit, map, and orientation needs.  We apologize for the inconvenience but appreciate you for bearing with us as we all navigate these unusual times. Stay safe and healthy!

ShotTime Liquors 

We are hiring

Do you need some holiday cash?

 Our hours are the best in town 

9:30 to 2:30 or 2:30 to 9:30 

Come by and pick up an application

Send your MOON news and submissions by Monday NOON for that week’s MOON. Email to terlinguamoon@gmail.com. 

Please no PDFs or fancy fonts! (We like it easy.) We’re on the web at:

theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com

Terlingua Moon
Volume 31, No. 46

November 17, 2020 by FreeBird

I don’t want enemies. I want friends, and I want them in all shapes, sizes, and colors,
and loving whoever they want.” ‑‑ Kevin Hart

 

WEST TEXAS FOOD BANK – The truck will be arriving at the Family Crisis Center in Terlingua Tuesday, November 17th at 12:00pm.  Also, we will be distributing food boxes from 9am to 6pm on Friday, November 20th.  We are in need of volunteers on both days to both unload the truck and distribute food.  All of FCCBB's time and involvement with WTFB is voluntary and we couldn't do it without you. We will have free masks! Thanks!

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT. – regular meeting Wednesday, November 18, 2020.  For Agenda, click here:  http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Agenda-Commissioners-Court-Regular-Meeting-November-18-2020.pdf

BEECHIE’S AUTO SERVICE ‑‑ To all my friends, neighbors, and customers:    Due to heart problems, I'll only be doing state inspections from 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.  Please call ahead 432-371-2392 or 940-255-1511.  Saturdays by appointment.  Thanks!

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)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 ‑‑ Rebecca Lewis, FNP will be available for pre-scheduled appointments at Big Bend Church.  If you are a current patient and would like to make an appointment you will need to call well in advance to schedule.  This is in trial stages to see how successful it would be for Rebecca Lewis, FNP, who would be driving from Ft Davis, and for Terlingua residents for convenience.  This is NOT A FREE CLINIC!  To make an appointment call: (432) 837-9887.

LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER ‑‑ available for photoshoots! Engagement, elopement, maternity, portraits, events...you name it! Shoots run $150.00/hr, packages are available.  Call/text Tiffany at (760)917-7367.

JOB OPENINGS IN PRESIDIO COUNTY ‑‑ There are three jobs in Presidio County government.  The deadline for county veterans service officer is Monday, November 16.  The deadline for country attorney administrative assistant is November 23.  Jailer positions seem to be a standing need at the moment.  Jobs are posted on the Presidio County website:  https://newtools.cira.state.tx.us/page/presidio.Jobs.Openings.

2020, THE YEAR THAT KEEPS TAKING ‑‑ From Tim and Donna Beck:  To ensure everyone's safety, for the first time in 27 years, we will not be hosting Thanksgiving.  Stay safe and we'll see you next year!  Thanks!

FIRST FOR TERLINGUA ‑‑ Wow, I learned SO MUCH helping with the first ever County-run testing day! Thank you, everyone who came out to get tested in Terlingua [Friday]! 

        The next time we have County-run testing down south, we think we'll have LOTS of test kits available for anyone who wants one, with or without an appointment. Thank you to everyone who helped get the word out quickly!

        Very Special thanks go out to EMC Stephanie Elmore for putting this together for our residents, and to Deputy Ryan Skelton for stepping up to help at the last minute. 

        If you were tested in Terlingua [Friday} and have trouble getting your results, please let me know and I'll try to help!  Sara Allen Colando, Brewster County Commissioner.

THE STARLIGHT ‑‑ Join us for Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26th!  We will be offering a traditional Thanksgiving menu for dine in and take out.  Pre-orders for the Thanksgiving Feast To Go will be open until November 25th.  If you would like to pre-order, please email terlinguastarlight@gmail.com.  Pre-orders will ONLY be taken through email.  To go orders can be placed day of at the Starlight Cantina between 5-9 PM or until sold out.

        Restaurant dining is first come first serve for parties under 10 people.  We have limited reservation slots for parties 10+, if you would like to make a reservation please email terlinguastarlight@gmail.com.  Reservations will ONLY be taken through email. 

This week at The Starlight: 
Monday, November 16th - LAIRD CONSIDINE 6-9 PM 
Wednesday, November 18th - KARAOKE NIGHT 9 P.M – Midnight
Thursday, November 19th - MOSES MARTINEZ 6-9 PM 
Friday, November 20th - CARLOS MAXWELL & TED ARBOGAST 6-9 PM
Saturday, November 21st - MIJAIL MARTINEZ 6-9 PM

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.  We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing.

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, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.  Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.  We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.  Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.  Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.  713.907.5259.

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS ‑‑ Come join us for these cooler mornings!  We are the place for your breakfast and lunch dining.  Free wifi, incredible views and cooked to order food.  

        We serve only beans from Big Bend Roasters.  The best in the region!  Smoothies, salads, guac, eggs any way you like them, and a great standard menu.  Eat in, take out or have us pack a picnic for you.  Open from 7:30 a.m to 2 p.m. seven days a week. 

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO ‑‑ Get on out in the weather we all love best!  Tacos, super sides and or special dinner plates.  BYOB and enjoy some of Terlingua's best dining. Located in the heart of Terlingua.  We pride ourselves on fresh ingredients and great service.  Come see us!  Fun outdoor seating is available or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window.  Open Wednesdays through Sundays ... 5PM until 10PM. 

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD

From Ms. Orren ‑‑ Students Anthony Patillo, David Gutierrez, Bailee Dial, Tori Pipp, Rhylee Russell, Isael Galindo, Myranda Villa, Brooke Jenks, Shyla Garcia and Luna Barrett passed all their first STAAR Benchmark tests!  Way to go Paisanos!

From Ms. Willmon ‑‑ BBHS Student Council honored the "A" Honor Roll students with a pizza lunch on Wednesday.  They also passed out award packets to the "AB" Honor Roll students.  The Class of 2021 met with the Jostens representative to select graduation items.  The Class of 2022 received their letter jackets last week. 

From Ms. Reed ‑‑ Cynthia Gonzalez, 9th grader, will be competing in a 250-word Microfiction Writing Competition put on by NYC Midnight. The 24-hour challenge starts Nov. 20th when participants are given a genre, action, and word to be included in their entry.  The Class of 2023 submitted all of their components for the Binational Rio Research Roundup put on by the Rio Grande International Study Center in Laredo.  Their entry included 10 photographs from the day they tested the water of Terlingua Creek, a literary art piece, a 90-sec video, 4 Social Media posts, and a slideshow about the History of Terlingua Creek. 

GOOD LUCK, PAISANOS!

Editor’s Note – to all my friends working the “front lines” in South County, I was once where you are.  I understand the risk you take every day, greeting Big Bend visitors from all over the world.  During the upcoming busy holiday season, my heart is with you.  It is my hope that you will continue to wear your masks, practice social distancing, and wash and/or sanitize your hands frequently.  We are ALL sick and tired of hearing about Covid, but the virus hasn’t gone away.  So please, do all you can to keep yourself safe and protect your families from the spread of this awful disease.  The election season has finally ended . . . someday this will end too.

KEEP UP TO DATE ON COVID HERE:
https://bigbendsentinel.com/2020/11/14/coronavirus-live-updates-for-the-big-bend-region/

The latest testing data from the Texas Department of State Health Services as of 11/15/20:

Location	Total Cases	Active	Recovered	Deaths
Presidio County	213	56	156	7
Brewster County	301	56	247	5
Jeff Davis County	26	5	21	0
Sul Ross State University	296	114	182	0

 

*Sul Ross and Brewster data may share some overlap but officials are unable to provide definitive delineations between the data at this time. Not all Sul Ross cases are being counted in Brewster County because of students providing permanent addresses rather than school addresses.

TWO NATIONS/ONE PARK – in 1944, President Franklin D. Roosevelt wrote to Manual Avila Camacho, President of the United Mexican States:  “I do not believe that this undertaking in the Big Bend (referring to the establishment of Big Bend National Park) will be complete until the entire park area in this region on both sides of the Rio Grande forms one great international park.”  Although Mexico does not have national parks, talk of a protected area on both sides of the Rio Grande continues to this day.  

        The proposal is still just a thought with no serious plans by either government to complete Roosevelt’s dream for both countries.  But, if you are interested in “how a big dream for the US and Mexico could help both countries,” you can join a Zoom meeting with El Paso Zoo Education Curator Rick LoBello who has been advocating for the project since 1988.

        Learn about what can happen next and how the proposal could impact major problems both countries are facing with climate change, the border wall, conservation of rare and endangered species, immigration, the economy and US Mexico relations. To join the public meeting click this Zoom link on November 19 at 4pm Mountain Time. 

        Sponsored by the Chihuahuan Desert Education Coalition, advocating for conservation education in the northern Chihuahuan Desert Region since 2004.

Meeting ID: 856 1772 6222 Passcode: CDEC2020
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Stay Safe!  Be Happy!

Head's Up

The West Texas Food Bank truck will be arriving at the Family Crisis Center in Terlingua Tuesday, November 17th at 12:00pm.  Also, we will be distributing food boxes from 9am to 6pm on Friday, November 20th. We are in need of volunteers on both days to both unload the truck and distribute food. All of  FCCBB's time and involvement with WTFB is voluntary and we couldn't do it without you. We will have free masks! Thanks!

 xTrA XtRa Covid Testing in Terlingua Tomorrow

Heads up SOUTH COUNTY! Free Covid19 testing tomorrow in Terlingua from 9AM-2PM at Emergency response center.

Oral swab

Appointment required! Check out the link below:

https://curative.com/sites/13319/walkup?fbclid=IwAR3wcFf4JELgHNw98cgO-O3Beq8GXjXqBnrfSAzUC4U2iKWjmT76IJg3YPc#9/29.3286/-103.5465

TERLINGUA MOON   November 10, 2020 

Edited by Cactus Jane

“Wherever you stand, stand in the place of your soul.” — Rumi

ALPINE ISD is having their annual community program to honor our Veterans and their service on November 11th, at 11 am at BUCK STADIUM. Matt Walter, retired from the U.S. Coast Guard will be the guest speaker. Please join us as we gather to show service members our gratitude. Alpine Elementary 4th graders will be hosting the veterans to a hot dog luncheon that will take place on Brown Street by the cafeteria at the elementary school directly after the program. CDC, Sul Ross State University, and local health guidelines will be followed, and masks and social distancing will apply.

BREWSTER COUNTY COVID numbers as of Nov. 9. Known active cases: 38 with one hospitalization. The Sul Ross State University COVID dashboard can be viewed at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/covid-19/.

COVID MOBILE TESTING. Free COVID-19 testing.
Nov. 10 – Marfa (Drive Thru Site) – Presidio County Courthouse. Onsite registration is available, however, preregistration is encouraged by going to https://curative.com/ 24 hours prior to testing. (Marfa location only).
Nov. 11 – Presidio (Walk Up) – City of Presidio EMS & Fire Station, 100 East FM 170, Presidio, TX. Nov. 12 – Alpine (Walk Up) – Alpine Fire Station, 102 South Street, Alpine, TX.
Nov. 13 – Fort Davis (Walk Up) – Fort Davis Fire Station, 200 Court Ave., Fort Davis, TX.

SEE LAST PAGE for full Big Bend National Park update as of Nov. 6.

CHURCH SERVICE at the Terlingua Ghostown Church. Saturday, November 14th at 5 p.m., Father Mike Wallens will celebrate Holy Eucharist at Santa Inez. All are welcome. This beautiful space is an open door, open window setting, and has plenty of space to distance. If you can't join us physically, remote services are available via Facebook on the St. Paul Marfa's page on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

PAISANO POST from Terlingua CSD. 2nd Six Weeks Academic Achievement:
A-Honor Roll: Killian 1, Rodolfo 2, Andrew 3, Melissa 3, Luna 8, Shyla 8, Brooke 8, Kaycie 10, Gimena 11, Chasin 11, Brody 12, Taylor 12, Jakeline 12.
A/B-Honor Roll: Daleyza 1, Carlitos 1, Sofia 2, Michael 2, Anton 2, Marcella 2, Aylynn 2, Elijah 3, Alyssa 3, Xiomara 4, Michelle 4, Hank 4, Diego 4, Irelynn 5, Rhylee 5, Melody 6, Asa 6, David 7, Myranda 8, Damian 8, Cynthia 9, Romina 9, Laila 9, Giselle 10, Jenni B., 10, Melenie 10, Ethan 10, Chase 10, Karime 11, Israel 12.
From Terlingua CSD Library: The Terlingua School Online Book Fair will be open for shopping at www.scholatic.com/bf/terlingua from Nov. 2 through Nov. 15. Over 6,000 products, including Book Fair exclusives, new releases, value packs, and more. All orders can be shipped home with Free Shipping on book-only orders over $25.

From Ms. Willmon: The Government Class hosted a high school presidential mock election on Monday, November 2. The high school students were able to view the issues and cast a ballot to better understand the election process.

DONATIONS for books for Terlingua CSD students can be made at Terlingua Trading Co.

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY. For the month of November we are welcoming guest artist Zoe Jakobsky.  You will enjoy her gorgeous photographs of animals and more in our big bend of Texas. We’ll have a COVID Rules party on the 25th. We’re open 9 to 6 every day in the Ghostown of Terlingua.

PLANS FOR THE FARMER'S MARKET are still being developed, balancing health and safety challenges with the desire to celebrate and support our community. If you or anyone you know is interested in being a vendor or volunteer please contact us at TerlinguaCommunityGarden@gmail.com.

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. We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing.

Big Bend Resort Adventures Café. Opens 7a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for breakfast and 11a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch. To go or dine in. Pizza Friday and Saturday available for take out only, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO. Tacos, super sides and or special dinner plates. BYOB and enjoy some of Terlingua's best dining. Located in the heart of Terlingua. We pride ourselves on fresh ingredients and great service. Come see us! Outdoor seating is available or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window. Open Wednesdays through Sundays 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.

ESPRESSO Y POCO MAS. The place for your breakfast and lunch dining. Free wifi, incredible views and cooked to order food. We serve only beans from Big Bend Roasters. The best in the region! Smoothies, salads, guac, eggs any way you like them, and a great standard menu. Eat in, take out or have us pack a picnic for you. Come enjoy the cooler mornings with us. Start your day right! Open from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. seven days a week.

HELP WANTED. The Terlingua Trading Company has a position open for a part time cashier/clerk. Responsibilities include checking in merchandise and light cleaning. Please stop by the store for an application.

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).

SHOT TIME LIQUORS. Counter Help Wanted - Pleasant Company - Great Hours (9:30-2:30 or 2:30- 9:30) - Commission on Sales! Please stop by for an application.
While doing an Inventory, it came to our attention that we carry an AMAZING array of Delicious CROWN ROYAL items. More than ever before! We have: Crown Royal, Crown Royal Apple, Crown Royal Black, Crown Royal Salted Caramel, Crown Royal Vanilla, Crown Royal XO, and best of all.......Crown Royal Texas Mesquite! What more could one ask for? Those come in a variety of sizes from the tiny 50ml all the way up to the XL 1.75L. AND, as always, we are always open to special orders for our customers. If you need a super gift for the Holiday season coming up, let us know and we can make sure to have exactly what you need! And since the Holidays are right around the corner - Do Not Forget to start STOCKING UP NOW on our MOST POPULAR EGG NOG - EVAN WILLIAMS! Supply always runs short on this one. So, do not miss out. And as always - Please Drink Responsibly.

REBECCA LEWIS, FNP will be available Friday November 20 for pre-scheduled appointments at Big Bend Church. If you are a current patient and would like to make an appointment you will need to call well in advance to schedule. This is in trial stages to see how successful it would be for Rebecca Lewis, FNP, who would be driving from Ft Davis, and Terlingua residents for convenience. This is NOT A FREE CLINIC! To make an appointment call: (432) 837-9887.

UPDATE FROM BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK (11-6-20)
All park roads are open – paved and unpaved. All hiking trails are open, except the Hot Springs Historic District and associated trails.
All visitor centers are closed, but outdoor Ranger information kiosks are open daily outside each visitor center. Hours vary.
The Chisos Basin Campground and the Rio Grande Village Campground are open at 2/3 capacity. Reservations are required at www.recreation.gov.
Chisos backpacking sites and designated primitive roadside campsites are available through www.recreation.gov - reservations required.
Wilderness desert backpacking and some primitive roadside campsites are available on a first come, first served basis with a backcountry permit, available at Panther Junction and Chisos Basin outdoor ranger kiosks.
Rio Grande Village RV Park is open at 50% capacity, by reservation only. Call (432) 477-2293.
Chisos Mountain Lodge is partially open. Limited rooms available, and reservations are required. Call (432) 477-2291.
The Rio Grande is open for private and commercial river trips. Permits available up to 7 days in advance at Chisos Basin and Panther Junction kiosks.
The Panther Junction gas station and store is open daily 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Other camp stores are open, with limited hours.
The Chisos Basin Restaurant, Cottonwood Campground, Hot Springs Historic area, Rio Grande Village gas station, and the Boquillas Crossing Port of Entry remain closed until further notice.
Visit www.nps.gov/bibe for more information.

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY November 14 at Big Bend National Park. Work side by side with park staff and other Big Bend fans to make a difference on this national day of volunteering. Activities will be conducted with the appropriate health measures indicated in the Superintendent's Orders. Register here: https://big-bend-conservancy.snwbll.com/ or text "npld2020" to (432) 223-0102. 

TERLINGUA MOON

by Terlingua Thinking Team

November 3, 2020

"Talk is cheap, voting is free; take it to the polls." - Nanette L. Avery

"There's no such thing as a vote that doesn't matter." - Barack Obama

"I love voting day. I love the sight of my fellow citizens lining up to make their voices heard." - Beth Broderick

"Bad officials are elected by good citizens who don’t vote." - George Jean Nathan

"The ballot is stronger than the bullet." - Abraham Lincoln

"People, I just want to say, can't we all get along? Can't we all get along?" - Rodney King

VOTE TODAY
At the Red Patillo Center behind the Post Office, till 7:00 p.m.  Don't forget your mask!

PAISANO POST - TERLINGUA SCHOOL HAPPENINGS
From Ms. Dean: The Terlingua School Online Book Fair will be open for shopping at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/terlingua from Nov. 2nd-15th. Over 6,000 products including Book Fair exclusives, new releases, value packs, and more. All orders can be shipped home with Free Shipping on book-only orders over $25.  
From Coach Mendoza: Brooke Jenks created a 3D model of an atom for her Gifted and Talented Semester Project.
From Ms. Willmon: BBHS StuCo observed Red Ribbon Week with students and staff this week. There was a different theme about being drug-free each day. Terlingua Preservation Society  presented StuCo with a check for $3200 to go toward various student body activities this year. StuCo would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for their support. The Class of 2021 held their Halloween Gram fundraiser this week. They would like to thank the staff and student body for their participation.

Go Paisanos!!!!!

SANTA INEZ-TERLINGUA GHOSTTOWN CHURCH
will host Father Mike Wallens of St. Paul's-Marfa who will celebrate Holy Eucharist on Saturday at 5pm. All are Welcome. The space is an open door and open window venue. Hand sanitizer is also available. Stay well all.

FREE BREAKFAST IN ALPINE FOR VETERANS
Veterans Day, 11 Nov, 8:00 a.m.  Veterans have to let sponsors know they are coming by 6 Nov by sending an email to WPRW2020@gmail.com.  

Free meal at The Spicewood Restaurant, 2612 West Highway 90, Alpine, and meet LTC Allen West.
Dennis Yancy, SFC, US Army (ret), Veterans Service Officer

NEWS FROM BBNP
The Brewster County Tourism Council and Visit Big Bend have received notice from the National Park Service that they have increased their public access areas in Big Bend National Park to include the eastern park road to Rio Grande Village. With the eastern end of the park reopening, trails including the Boquillas Canyon trail will now be available for day use. Fourteen trails, overlooks and picnic areas will be open to the public with this expansion. Restrooms along the open route will also be open.  This increase provides over 80 miles of roadway to drive and enjoy this unique National Park. 

Locations within the Park that will remain closed include all campgrounds and campsites, including RV areas, the Chisos Basin Lodge & Restaurant, areas for river use, backcountry trails, the Boquillas Crossing Port of Entry and all unpaved roads except to Dug Out Wells. The paved road to Castolon and Santa Elena Canyon will also remain closed.  

Brewster County hotels and businesses are ready and continue to follow CDC guidelines to fight the spread of COVID-19. All businesses require a face covering for patrons, as well as their employees, and are practicing social distancing measures. Restaurants are open for dine-in with reduced occupancy levels and the option of to-go orders. Hotel accommodations, camping, and RV sites are available just outside the Park in the nearby communities of Study Butte, Terlingua, Lajitas, and Marathon. The Big Bend Ranch State Park also remains open for limited use.  

Outfitters in the area are also prepared for increased visitation over the holiday weekend with safety considerations being the top priority. They are encouraging people planning to visit to call ahead now to reserve space for activities this weekend such as horseback riding, ziplining, golf outings and river trips. Most activities in the Big Bend area are still available to book over Labor Day weekend along with numerous stargazing opportunities in the dark skies certified areas throughout Brewster County.  

Big Bend National Park is located in Brewster County, Texas which falls under a mandatory mask order in public places along with group size restrictions to 5 people or the size of your household – whichever is greater. As of today, Brewster County has Active Cases: 15 and Daily hospitalizations: 4

For more information and the latest details on closures and openings, go to VisitBigBend.com.

JOB - FAR FLUNG OUTDOOR CENTER
NOW HIRING for Full Time/Part Time Front Desk Receptionists, Housekeepers, and Jeep Guides. We’re looking for people who enjoy staying busy, can work on their feet, and can smile and make genuine connections with our amazing customers. Someone who cares about the details, their surroundings, and takes initiative. Please stop by our website for an application (https://bigbendfarflung.com/.../Employment-Application.docx) or send an email to caitlin@bigbendfarflung.com.

DB’S RUSTIC IRON BBQ 
is now back open. Wed-Sat, 11 a.m. till sold out which is usually around 2ish p.m. Follow our FB page to keep up with updates and schedule changes. This is some great barbecue.

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS!
Open from 7:30 a.m to 2 p.m. seven days a week
for your breakfast and lunch dining.  Free wifi, incredible
views and cooked to order food. Terlingua's favorite coffee spot with beans from only Big Bend Roasters.   Smoothies, salads, guac, eggs any way you like them, and a great standard menu.  Eat in, take out or have us pack a picnic for you. Come enjoy the cooler mornings with us, kick back and start your day right!

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Open Wednesdays through Sundays ... 5PM until 10PM. 
Get your tacos, super sides and or special dinner plates. BYOB and enjoy some of Terlingua's best dining. People seem to be loving our new menu.  Please come in and try it if you haven't!
Outdoor seating is available or call in your to go orders at 432 371-2060 and pick up at our drive thru window.

PART-TIME JOB
I need general labor help 1-2, mostly two, days a week. More  available as available and if you want it. Work is semi-hard, but not  physically challenging and can be done by a man or woman. You would be  doing general clean up & policing the property, "gofer" for me as I  work, organizing materials, pallet deconstruction, collecting rocks,  light digging, raking & keeping our camping areas neat. We will be  keeping the property presentable AND helping me complete construction.
Pay is $100 per day ( about $12.50 per hour) , on Wednesdays. If you are living in a tent or  camper and need a place to park it (remember we are 20 miles from Study  Butte), a space for you, water and electric can be worked into your  compensation as well.
Job should run until May. Contact me for more information. You will need to come here in person to be hired though. 371-3200

INDIA UPDATE AND THANK YOU!
Just letting everyone know  Our teeth are doing great now after visiting Dental One in Ojinaga.  Our last visit to the  West Texas eye Care in Ft. Stockton  went pretty well after all the surgeries we both had when we went to El Paso.  William still has a couple bumps close to his iris.  That will be more miner surgery  in a few weeks. His Cataracts have been taken out..... Surgery took a little longer . So they're both out … and he has lenses  now.   His eyesight is great now ... He was able to read eye chart this time. Lots of eye drops and Antibiotics     ..  They decided to take the growth off my right eye first because it was so big. Surgery took about 17 minutes. I did not feel any pain even after my surgery. Dr. told me the tissue behind the eye was great. I was able to read the eye chart well. In a month I have to go back to El Paso to get that last Cataract  out and put in lenses. Then that should be all for me. Just want to thank each and every one who helped us out ... We were told we had to have the surgeries very soon.  Will keep everyone informed on our progress.    William and India

If you'd like to help India and William, go here:  Terlingua Music – Music News from the Big Bend of Texasterlinguamusic.com

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)

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, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches. We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc. Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential.
Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT. 713.907.5259  

GETTING AND STAYING SOBER
Our wonderful local AA folks meet 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.  We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing...

SHOT TIME LIQUORS
is still looking for counter help. Great working environment. Our hours are great. Shifts are 9:30-3:30 and 2:30-9:30. Stop by the store and pick up an application.
WE HAVE NEW SNACKS! Righteous FELON is a new line of DELICIOUS JERKY that is a 2nd Chance Company. We here at Shot Time are strong believers in 2nd Chances! And besides that, the jerky is really really good. Also in the new line-up are HIPPEAS - puffed chickpeas with yummy vegan flavors available. New Tropical Fruit Bites and some Mmmmmmm Tate’s Chocolate Cookies that are Damn Delicious as well. Stop by on your next trip to town and pick up a new snack with you favorite adult beverage, brews, smokes, CBD goodies, and Lottery tickets. And as always - PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY

ALPINE’S ARTWALK 2020 
is postponed until spring 2021
Alpine’s Gallery Night, Inc. Board of Directors voted unanimously to postpone this year’s Artwalk until the spring of 2021.  After closely reviewing the new information on the rising cases of Covid-19 that are being reported in El Paso and Midland/Odessa the Board felt like it is too risky to invite over 9,000 attendees to come to Alpine during our event.  Our main concern is the health of our community.
“We are saddened to have to make this decision, however when we decided earlier this year to move forward with Artwalk 2020 we all said that there had to be a date to finalize moving forward or postponing the event” said John Davis, president of the Board of Alpine’s Gallery Night, Inc.  Kerri Blackman, Founder and Executive Director is reaching out to art and food vendors to return their fees at this time. 

BBNP UPDATE
Beginning November 1st, the Rio Grande Village campground will open for overnight stays. To acquire a campsite, you must make a reservation through www.recreation.gov. First-come first-serve sites are not available.
We will start issuing backcountry permits at the Panther Junction and Chisos Basin outdoor information tables on November 4th.
For a full list of the latest updates, and information concerning facilities/services, please visit this page of our website: https://www.nps.gov/bibe/planyourvisit/big-bend-covid-19-status-updates.html

BBRSP UPDATE
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has learned that an employee at Big Bend Ranch State Park has tested positive for COVID-19. At this time, out of an abundance of caution, the park will close and tentatively reopen for overnight and day use reservations on Saturday, November 7th, 2020.
Guests with overnight and day-use reservations through November 6th will be notified about refunds and reservation transfer options. The park interior will not be accessible for day-use.
Campsite reservations will be honored for the River Corridor (FM 170). Hiking trails and river access along the River Corridor (FM 170) will remain open.
Barton Warnock Visitor Center and Fort Leaton State Historic Site will remain open for information and River Corridor permits.
We will post updates as they become available.

BURN BAN STILL ON
We are in a Burn Ban.  Details here:
http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Order-Prohibiting-Outdoor-Burning.pdf

FOR LATEST COVID INFO, GO HERE:  https://bigbendsentinel.com/2020/05/27/live-updates/