TERLINGUA MOON

June 2, 2021 

Edited by Cactus Jane

 

“Show me where Stalin is buried, and I’ll show you a Communist Plot.” —Edgar Bergman 1903-1978

 

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

From Ms. Baumann: Five middle school students completed all four months of the reading minutes challenge. They were Luna Barrett, Brooke Jenks, Asa Reed, Desiree Lujan, and Rylee Russell. The reward for this accomplishment was a movie of their choice and popcorn. Congratulations to these super dedicated readers! 

From Ms. Crockett: The 4th grade art class finished out the year with a bean project. They have "bean" working hard this year.

From Ms. Willmon: BBHS Student Council held their final lunch meeting of the year on Wednesday, May 26, at La Posada. Ms. Willmon wants to thank them for their service and efforts to their school and community. Job Well Done!

From Ms. Reed: My submission, Go Code, is a recipient of the 2021 WeTeach_CS Mini-Grant Award in the amount of $1,000. Next school year, this funding will help in implementing easy access and stimulating hands-on coding opportunities via high school mentors to elementary and middle school students. As well as, enriching curriculum materials to supplement instruction toward increased success in UIL Computer Science competition. Six grants across the state were made possible through the Texas Advanced Computer Center at the University of Texas at Austin. 

 

DARK SKIES NEWS

Today Brewster County updated its outdoor lighting ordinance to reflect changes in lighting technology (such as LEDs), remove contradictions in the language, and to help lay the groundwork for the region to be an IDA-certified Dark Sky Reserve. It will also make efforts to certify a Dark Sky Community in the Terlingua area much easier. Better lights aren't just good for dark skies and tourism; night-sky friendly lights also improve visibility and safety, use less energy, and are better for wildlife and the environment.

The super simplified version is:

1. Shielding: lights should be fully shielded and aimed down, and not shining off property or into the sky.
2. Color temperature: Avoid excessive white or blue lights, use soft white or amber (<2700K)
3. Intensity: Lights should be an appropriate brightness level, not brighter than necessary
4. Timing: Lights that aren't in use are encouraged to be turned off or put on a timer or motion detector.

Existing fixtures should be brought into compliance within 5 years. As with all lighting ordinances in the region, the goal is education and awareness, not strict enforcement. The maximum fine for a violation was reduced to $200 from $500 in the previous ordinance. County officials could not recall the last time such a fine was even issued, as in almost every case a solution was found before it got to that point.

 

Big Bend Conservation Alliance is looking for your support to help raise funds to qualify with the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) as an internationally recognized Dark Sky Reserve.  If the application is accepted, the Big Bend Region will be greater in size than the other 18 Dark Sky Reserves in the world combined.  Every donor and every dollar to the Serious Starlight Fundraiser sends a message to the IDA that the dark skies of Far West Texas are an important and valued asset.  This fundraiser shows needed support for the application and gives Big Bend Conservation Alliance funds to reduce light pollution in the Big Bend.  Visit the Serious Starlight GoFundMe page to learn more and participate:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/serious-starlight

 

Many Stones has a new shipment of succulents and some small cacti. 

Mavericks' Ice House

Mondays- Arts and Crafts- Anyone interested in hosting a class? Contact Mandy (mandyatmavericks@gmail.com)  Tuesdays- Game Night!! Shuffleboard, Giant Jenga, Cards, Dominos, Trivial Pursuit, Apples to Apples, and more! 

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

Thursday, June 3 7-9pm Ryan Roberts

Friday and Saturday- watch our Facebook and Instagram for updates on new gigs!

Monday, June 7 6-8pm Paint n Sip- no reservations- show up and pay and you're in! $30

Tuesday, June 8, 7-9pm Jesse Costa

 

Taqueria El Milagro

From 5 pm- 10 pm Wednesdays through Sunday.

Terlingua's favorite taqueria.

We serve authentic Mexican food, specializing in tacos (all kinds), elote, chili rellenos,  steaks, plus stuffed baked potatoes,  burgers and hot dogs means there is something for everyone.  All with fun outdoor seating.  Serving from 5-10 PM Wednesdays through Sundays. BYOB and make your own party.  Drive through/to go orders.  432 371 2060.  

 

Espresso ... y poco mas

The best coffee in Terlingua straight from Big Bend Roasters beans.  Come for cooked to order breakfasts, a great lunch menu or picnics to go.  Comfortable outdoor seating, free wifi, newspapers and friendly service.  We're located in the Ghost Town and we're open 7 days a week from 7:30 am until 2 pm.  We look forward to serving you!

 

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.

SHOT TIME LIQUORS
Life is sweet here in Terlingua. And it is even sweeter when it involves Tequila with Pineapple and Jalapeños! That’s what we call La Dulce Vida. And we carry just that .... in 3 different sizes even! Yep, we have Dulce Vida Tequila with Pineapple and Jalapeños in 750ml, 375ml, and even the little bitty airplane bottles. So we can sweeten up your life in any size that you want! Dulce Vida Tequila also comes in Reposado and Añejo for more discerning drinkers.
And while you are in the store, pause for half a moment and look around. After all, it’s been a year since you have been inside. We have added lots of new products in this last year. Especially those yummy ice cream treats in the freezer parked right by the door. Oh those frozen Snickers are sometimes hard to resist..... and they are only $2. In any case - ALWAYS REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY.

 

Ricky Salazar is asking for help:  We have a huge windmill that was blown down during the last strong winds we had, need to be hauled off, a lot of scrap metal.  Also have more things that need to be hauled off.  The windmill would require a torch to cut it up.
Contact Enrique Salazar by email    salazar.fanning@gmail.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 - TCEQ #34046.

Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.

713.907.5259

 

NOW HIRING

Lajitas Golf Resort is HIRING… things are NOT slowing down for us and we are growing our staff! If you need housing, want health benefits, play free golf, and a ton of other benefits we encourage you to apply!Looking for the following positions:

Restaurant: -Front of House Manager(FREE HOUSING!) -Dishwasher -Line Cook -Pizza Cook -Servers -Hostess -Busser//Hotel: -Front Desk Clerk -Hotel-Night Manager -Housekeepers -Night Audit -Reservations  Porter -Housekeeping Supervisor // Facilities: -Assistant Mechanic/Hot Shot Driver -Facilities Maintenance Technician -Facilities Maintenance: Purchasing and Receiving -Hotel Maintenance -HVAC Technician// Pro Shop: -Inside and Outside Clerks

If interested in finding out more please email tswift@lajitasgolfresort.com or head to our website to fill out an application, lajitasgolfresort.com

 

The Terlingua Trading Company has an opening for someone to help with light cleaning and assisting  at the cash register a few mornings a week. Stop by the store for an application!!!

Please have all Moon related news in by Monday: TerlinguaMoon@gmail.com