Monday, May 3, 2021


Terlingua MOON

May 3, 2021   Volume 32, Number 18

By Cactoosie



 

“It is spring again. The earth is like a child that knows poems by heart.”
― 
Rainer Maria Rilke

 

Would you like to see your event/news in the next Moon? We would, too! 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

 

 

There will be a Household Hazardous Waste Event on Saturday, May 8, from 9-1, at the Hal Flanders Recycling Center. YOU MUST HAVE AN APPOINTMENT! 432-294-3183. See attachment for details on what is allowed, what is not, and the limits. 

 

Reception for Artist: There will be a reception for Richard D. Curtin, visiting artist, at the Earth and Fire Gallery on Saturday, May 8th, at 6:30 p.m. Come see some new to Terlingua Art!

 

 

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

From Ms. Willmon: The State History Fair was held virtually Saturday, April 24. Luna was awarded a medal for  Outstanding Regional Entry for Big Bend Region in the Junior Division for her documentary "Guglielmo Marconi: Leading Communication to a New Era". She will be receiving a medal.

BBHS Student Council rewarded the "A" Honor Roll students with a pizza lunch on Wednesday. They rewarded the "AB" Honor Roll students with muffins and a drink on Thursday. Thank you, Mrs. Krull, for your wonderful donation.

On April 30, BBHS students had an opportunity to attend At Night, a low-light photography workshop, presented by Steve Goff, Photography Department Head at Odessa College and president of the Texas Photographic Society. The workshop was sponsored by Big Bend Conservation Alliance and Chinati Foundation Education Department. 

From Mrs. Baumann: Nadia Aviles won the 4-6th grade division of the Electrical Safety Poster contest held by Rio Grande Electric Co-op. 

 

 

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a "telephone meeting" instead, 432-371-2073. Leave a message and we'll get back to you. 

Veterans Employment Opportunities

There are some job openings in Midland/Odessa, as well as statewide. If interested in finding out more, contact:

LeAnne Thornton Veteran Outreach Program Specialist

Midland Vet Center  4400 N. Midland Dr. Ste 540 Midland, TX 79707

Office (432) 697-8222 ext 2307 Cell phone (432) 466-6004

Website http://www.vetcenter.va.gov/ Toll Free 4-877-WAR VETS

 

Mavericks' Ice House

We have fresh wax on the shuffleboard table!

Every Wednesday 7-9pm– Open Mic with DJ Waylon Spinnings– BYOV (Bring your own vinyl and we’ll take it for a spin!)

Thursday, May 6, 7-9pm Moses Martinez

Friday, May 7, 7-9pm Tim Relleva

Saturday, May 8, 8pm-close DJ Chuy Fiesta de Baile

Sunday May 9 Mother’s Day!

Monday, May 10, 6pm-8pm Paint n Sip $30 for all materials and instruction

Thursday, May 13 Kristina’s Next Adventure Party– live music and discounts on shots!

Saturday, May 15, 7-9pm Kathy and Michael Broussard

Friday, May 21, 7-9pm Tim Relleva

Saturday, May 22, 7-9pm Flying Chupacabras (Dr. Fun, Patrick and Spoons!)

Friday, May 28 and Saturday May 29 Darrin Kobetich

Friday June 4 Shawn Dunham– The Cowboy Rides Away Party and Open Mic

Tuesday, June 8, 7-9pm Jesse Costa

Saturday, June 12 CASI Chilisaurus Chili Cookoff– Cooks, Judges and tasters needed!

Saturday, June 19, 7-10pm Hank Woji

MAYDAY.....MAYDAY.....MAYDAY..... Shot Time Liquors is in Distress!  We have too much White Claw in stock. So we are having a MAY DAY SALE! Huge discount on White Claw 6 packs. All flavors. The price is so ridiculous that we aren’t even going to put it in print. Sale runs for 2 weeks or until supply runs out. Seriously - stock up for the long hot summer. You know that you like it when those afternoons just stretch out before you and it is too hot to even think. Pop the top on an ice cold White Claw Seltzer and feel refreshed without feeling weighed down.

And remember to Always Drink Responsibly. 

Espresso ... y poco mas

Terlingua's favorite breakfast and lunch place and  located in the Ghost Town.

Come for the best coffee and stay for the homecooked

breakfasts or lunches.  We have it all from eggs cooked to order, burritos, salads, sandwiches, and smoothies.  Add on the comfortable outdoor seating, free wifi, local newspapers and you may stay all morning just enjoying the views.

7 days a week from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.

 

Taqueria El Milagro

Authentic Mexican food, specializing in tacos (all kinds), elote, chili rellenos,  steaks, plus stuffed baked potatoes,  burgers and hot dogs. 

All served in a fun outdoor space and seating.  BYOB and make your own party. Serving from 5-10 PM Wednesdays through Sundays.  A favorite of locals and visitors alike.

Drive through to go orders.  432 371 2060.  

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

 

 

 

NOW HIRING: 

 

The Terlingua Trading Company has a position open for a part time cashier/receiving clerk. Please stop by the store for an application.

The Terlingua Trading Company has a position open for someone to perform light cleaning duties, dusting, vacuuming etc. Please stop by the store for an application.

 

Big Bend National Park is seeking applicants for a permanent GS-11 Botanist. Please reference the following page for more information about the job, and details of how to apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/599714600


Shot Time Liquors is about to open our doors again. Hooray! That means we have new positions available. Full Time, Part Time, and anything in between. Come see Jana, The Manager and let us find a place for you in our new exciting Shot Time Liquor Store. The times are changing - nothing is the same as it was when we shut the door last year. We intend to keep changing too. We need your new ideas and new energy to help us move forward. Let’s make this work!

 

Basecamp Terlingua is hiring for our reservations team! Pay starts at $15/hour. Must have high computer literacy, customer service skills and be available evenings and weekends. Position is part time to start, 20-25 hours/week. Lots of opportunities for raises, more hours and more responsibility. At 9 months of employment, full-time employees will automatically be bumped to a salary of $40,000. Email carrie@basecampterlingua.com for more information or to apply. Resumes a plus.”

 

Basecamp Terlingua is looking for one or more full or part-time housekeepers. Pay starts at $12 but will move up to $15 if it’s a good fit. All full-time employees are guaranteed a salary of $40,000 after 9 months of employment. Must be hard-working, have strong attention to detail and be a team player. Must be available weekends. Must be able to work legally in the US. Spanish speaking a plus. Please email dymphna@basecampterlingua.com or call 432-294-4611 to apply.”

Ocotillos Village

-Camp host/housekeeper FULL TIME 

-Hours are generally 30 hrs per week ($20 hr)

-Housing is a possibility if needed

-No experience necessary (will train on site)

-Must be dependable

If you are interested in working for a great company with steady work, please contact Jess at 817-637-5405 or message me directly. Available to have you start right away!

Couples welcome!



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