by Million sMiles

Terlingua MOON
January 19, 2021
Vol.  32       No. 3

When we look at modern man we have to face the fact that modern man suffers from a kind of poverty of the spirit which stands in glaring contrast with a  scientific and technological abundance. 

We’ve learned to fly the air as birds .

We’ve learned to swim the seas as fish . 

Yet we haven’t learned to walk the earth as brothers and sisters. 

~ Martin Luther King Jr.

 Brewster county courthouse and offices will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021 on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

WELDING CLASSES TO START
Ray Bullock will again be teaching Welding to high school students and adults.  The classes will be held at the Big Bend Church on Hwy 118 in Study Butte.  The first adult classes will start on Monday, January 18 and Tuesday, January 19 at 10:00 a.m.  Afternoon classes will be for the high school students and any accompanying adults.  There is no charge for these welding classes.

In honor of the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Big Bend and other National Park Service sites will have free admission for everyone tomorrow, January 18.  
Five more Fee Free Days are scheduled to occur in 2021:
Saturday, April 17 - First day of National Park Week
Wednesday, August 4 - First anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
Wednesday, August 25 - National Park Service Birthday
Saturday, September 25 - National Public Lands Day
Thursday, November 11 - Veterans Day
When visiting Big Bend, we encourage everyone to protect the park, yourself, and others by recreating responsibly. Here are some great reminders of things to keep in mind when visiting your national parks: https://cms.nps.gov/planyourvisit/recreate-responsibly.htm

Word-Off 2021 Postponed
The 2021 Terlingua Word-Off is being postponed until we can safely gather again.
The Word-Off is an annual gathering of local folk to read original prose and poetry and tell tall tales.
The event is one of the things that makes Terlingua unique and special, and it is not going to disappear, it is just taking a temporary hiatus.  The folks who present the Word-Off would like to thank everyone who has been involved, past and present, and we hope that all this down time has been an opportunity to get the creative juices flowing. Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and creative New Year.

Upcoming COVID testing:
In Presidio on Tuesday, January 19, at the Presidio Fire Dept. at 100 East FM 170
In Alpine on Wednesday, January 20, at the Alpine Fire Station at 102 South Second St.
In Marfa on Thursday, January 21, at theMarfa Visitors Center at 302 Highland St.
In Fort Davis on Friday, January 22, at the Fort Davis Fire Station at 200 Court Avenue
Like the other sites in the tri-county, this one will run from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. or until testing capacity is reached. ID is required. Appointments are preferred but not required. Preregistration can be made online at https://docshealthtesting.com
 or by texting “DOCSTX” to 41411. These will be saliva tests. Officials ask that residents please not eat, drink or use mouthwash or tobacco within 30 minutes of being tested.

Espresso ... y poco mas
      Open seven days a week for  breakfast and lunch! Our food is
cooked to order with  only the freshest ingredients.  All coffee is from Big Bend Roasters, the best in the region.  Add on a smoothie, eggs anyway you like them, guac and chips, fantastic sandwiches, salads, and a special now and then and we give you loads of variety. We can't help but mention our views, free wifi, plenty of parking and some fine outdoor seating.  Eat in, take out or have a picnic prepared for your day trips!
Open 7:30 am until 2 pm.  

Taqueria El Milagro
Come to the heart of the ghost town for the most  authentic, freshest Mexican food in the area. We serve everything from one taco to complete dinners.  Our goal is great food and a fun dining experience.
BYOB and make your own party. Expect friendly service and our commitment to food excellence. Outdoor seating is available for dining,  or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window. Follow the taqueria on Facebook for the latest updates.  
Open Wednesday through Sundays 5-10 PM.

The Terlingua Bottoms group of AA will not be meeting this week. If you wish to speak to someone, call 432-371-2073; leave a message and we’ll get back to you. 

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY features local artist Evin Henke as our guest artist for the month of January.   You’ll love her unique style of using local materials.

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD
From Ms. Willmon: BBHS Student Council honored the "A" Honor Roll students with a pizza lunch on Wednesday, January 13. They also presented the "AB" Honor Roll students with packets of cookies and hot chocolate. Way to Go, Paisanos!
Big Bend Episcopal Mission
In-person services at the Terlingua Ghostown Church have been suspended until further notice. Online worship services are available via the St. Paul's Marfa Facebook page on Sundays at 10:30am. We are hopeful to start meeting again in-person beginning with the season of Lent in late February on Sundays at 5pm. Updates will be posted in The Moon. Stay well and be safe.
Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest & Cookies
600 boxes of cookies are headed to a Sales Booth near you in late January and February. Exact locations, dates, and times will be posted here. Boxes of cookies will be $4 and exact change will be appreciated. 

Temporary Closure to Protect Nesting Falcons
Beginning February 1st and continuing through May 31st,  the National Park Service (NPS) will temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons.
https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm

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Big Beer Blow Out - Out With The Old and In With The New!!!!
We brought in a whole lotta high end beers that customers requested and then .... POOF .... those customers disappeared. And we are left with a bunch of overstock on those fancy pants beers. Now is your chance to grab some! While supplies last, we have some Marble Brewing, Santa Fe Brewing, Rogue Dead Guy Brewing, Mi Cheve Brewing and more on sale for 2 for 1. Yep ... you read that right. It’s a TWO'FER on these while they last!!!! Come Slide Thru the Drive Thru and get you some before they are all gone. And as always - PLEASE REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY

Books - LOTS of books - FREE
Literature, history, etc., varying condition
Other miscellaneous FREE stuff
Camper top fits Chevy S-10 Free - you haul
This Saturday (1/23) 9 am to 4 pm
In the Ghostown of Terlingua
Take the road west past the Perry Mansion.

Terlingua Shade Construction 
For shade structure and small building construction please call Mark at (805)448-5832 or Paul at (432) 538-2543. We are metal and wood construction experts.

TERLINGUA TRADING COMPANY
HELP WANTED
Part Time Cleaning Person =Light cleaning tasks, hours are extremely flexible. Please stop by the store for an application!

Far Flung Outdoor Center – Home to Canyon Brew Coffee Shop and Big Bend Casitas.  HIRING:
Front Desk Receptionist/Coffee Shop Barista 25-40 hrs/week 
Housekeeper 25-35 hrs/week
Far Flung wants employees who enjoy staying busy, can work on their feet, and can smile and make genuine connections with their amazing customers - people who take initiative, care about the details and their surroundings.  No experience necessary — training is provided.
If interested, please fill out an application at www.bigbendfarflung.com and stop by or email it to info@bigbendfarflung.com

HELP WANTED Little Burro Country Store
Located on Hwy 118
(across from the American Legion)
2 to 3 days per week in store + various other duties with Jackass Flats.
Please stop by the Burro to fill out application and see PAM GORDON

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 - TCEQ #34046. Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.    713.907.5259

BIG Bend Big FIX 
A regional low cost spay/neuter clinic for pets is coming to Marfa Saturday, February 6, 9 am to 5 pm The cost will be $45 per cat or dog. This event is open to pet owners throughout the tri-county area. Limited financial assistance and pet transportation are available. Vaccines will also be offered. 
Call 432-837-2532 to register, discuss financial support, and obtain directions 
Big Bend Big Fix is hosted by a coalition of rescue organizations with TexPet Shelter Surgical Solutions 

The Brewster County Tourism Council/Visit Big Bend is currently accepting applications for a full-time Administrative Assistant. This position will require 40 hours per week in the BCTC office located in Alpine, TX and may include some weekend and holiday work and travel in the area.   
 Send a resume with 3 references to: Robert Alvarez, Executive Director BCTC, PO Box 479, Alpine, TX 79831. Resumes can also be emailed to: Robert@visitbigbend.com. For a full job description call 432-837-3915 between 9a-5p M-F. Resumes will be accepted through February 1, 2021. EOE. 

The Big Bend Citizens Alliance will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, January 28th at 6PM via ZOOM. We're a public charity supporting the Terlingua Community Garden, Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Recycles, Voices from Both Sides, Terlingua Visual Arts, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, Terlingua Cares, and the Big Bend Covid-19 Pandemic Relief Fund. All are welcome to join this public meeting. For more information, agenda, minutes, and ZOOM credentials, please email <secretary.bbca@gmail.com> or call Sara at 371-2902 with your questions.

From Marfa Public Radio:
Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine in our Big Bend area:
https://marfapublicradio.org/blog/heres-a-breakdown-of-the-coronavirus-vaccine-rollout-in-the-big-bend-region/

This is the link to register for the COVID vaccine once it becomes available in this region:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LXX7S6V

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

From the Governor: Texans are expected to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth when inside a commercial entity, building or space open to the public, and in outdoor spaces where maintaining 6 feet of distance from others is not possible.

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