TERLINGUA MOON, VOL. 33, NO. 7

TERLINGUA MOON
February 16, 2022
by Terlingua Thinking Team

“Seriousness is stupidity sent to college.” - P. J. O'Rourke
“There is a thin line that separates laughter and pain, comedy and tragedy, humor and hurt.”
- Erma Bombeck

COVID AND FLU SHOTS
Terlingua CSD is hosting a free Flu & Covid vaccine clinic today (Wednesday) at 11:30 a.m. Stop by the Big Bend High School if you'd like to get vaccinated! Please call 432-371-2281 if you have any questions.

REMOTE EARLY VOTING
for the March 1 primary elections for Precincts 5, 6, and 7 will be next Tuesday and Wednesday, February 22-23, from 9:00 A.m. to 5:00 P.m., at the Red Pattillo Community Center in Study Butte.

Early voting for all precincts is also available at the Judge Val Clark Beard Office Complex in Alpine as follows:

Hours:  8:00 A.m. to 5:00 P.m.
Monday-Friday, February 14 -18, 2022
Tuesday-Wednesday, February 22-23, 2022

Hours:  8:00 A.m. to 6:00 P.m.
Thursday-Friday, February 24-25, 2022

Sample ballots and the complete voting schedule are available at http://www.brewstercountytx.com/vote/.

NEED HELP TODAY (WED. FEB 16)
Much appreciation for anyone coming down to help unload the food commodities truck on Wednesday, February 16– with your help it can be done in a jiffy! Later there will be packing the boxes and Thursday, packing as well. Friday there will be food commodities distribution, from 10-4. For more information, 371-3147. Many thanks to the volunteers!

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY
Stop by and see us soon.  We’re located in the Ghostown right between the Jail and y Poco Mas.  Great neighbors!  Our February Guest Artist is Jen Pena and we also feature local art by Debra Brown Guerrero, Enrique Salazar, Voni Glaves, Frona Fern Farrelly, Michele Billings, Larry Short and Marti Anderson, all centered by the fabulous ceramic art Linda imports from Mexico!

THE TERLINGUA COMMUNITY GARDEN
is still growing and experimenting at 15 years old!  Get involved!  Come by starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday Feb 26th (we'll be there all day). If you like, bring a dish to share for a potluck lunch. Byob + chair and a pair of work gloves. Gardeners will be there to answer your questions.  If we're having fun, we'll continue on Sunday.
Things you can do:
Select garden plot/s for you and your family
Plant seeds in 5 new community food beds
Transplant donated plants and plum trees.
Help envision the future of our garden and plan the Earth Day Celebration
Dig trenches for water and power expansion project
General Cleanup and repairs
Set up new kitchen area
Repair and upgrade new storage room for garden tools and supplies
And most importantly, enjoy this beautiful community space.

This event is open to the public and all safety guidelines will be expected in our "Garden Oasis".
For any questions contact "terlinguacommunitygarden@gmail.com"

GET FREE COVID TEST IN YOUR CAR
BBRMC Is continuing our curbside testing. Receive your results within 24 hours. There is no need to get out of your vehicle, we come to you. For more information, go to bigbendhealthcare.com

TERLINGUA STORE YOGA
is seeking local instructors covering a wide range of the Movement Arts, in addition to more local Yoga Teachers who would enjoy getting back to work. The space is beautiful, clean, and holds a lot of natural daylight with rubber floors. Please email your interest, be it to teach an occasional workshop or host a regular weekly class: kate@terlinguastoreyoga.com. We thank you!

MISSING MAN AND CHILD LOCATED ALIVE
"After missing for over two weeks, Hector Flores Jr., and his daughter Luna have been successfully located alive and well in the Mexican state of Coahuila adjacent to Big Bend National Park." To view the full news release, please visit the Big Bend National Park news release page: https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD
From Mr. Anthenat: When you see the robotics students please congratulate them on winning the Connect Award. This award is for interacting and connecting with the teams at the FTC meets and for inviting the San Vicente students to a robotics demonstration next week. Because they won this award they will be advancing to the Lubbock Regionals on Feb. 19th. Go Team 11720-Purobots! Gimena, Zach E., Chase, Edwing, Melenie, Haziel, Ethan, Laila, and Romina.
From Mrs. Baumann:  Desiree Lujan is the second middle school student to complete the 40 book genre challenge. Congratulations to Desiree!

OTRA VEZ THRIFT SHOP/SANTA INEZ GHOSTTOWN CHURCH
All are welcome to attend a Volunteer & Patron Appreciation Soup Supper on Thursday, February 17th from 5 p.m.-6 p.m. outside at the Otra Vez Thrift Shop. Come by for some soup and sweets in honor of those that put in their time, efforts, and donations to keep the shop going and those that buy from the store which allows for the $1,000s that have gone back into our community to help those in need. Bishop Michael Hunn of the Diocese of the Rio Grande, headquartered in Alb.,NM will also be in town for a visit. 1st Wednesday Rosary Prayer Services and 3rd Wednesday Eucharist Services will resume in March.

BIG BEND GIRLS SCOUTS
It's Cookie Time! 2nd Sales Booth will be open at The Motor Inn Gas Station on Feb. 19th from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Boxes are $4 each. Additionally, all types of cookies are available online for direct delivery at the Big Bend Girl Scout's cookie site   https://DigitalCookie.GirlScouts.org/scout/asa684073

AA - TERLINGUA BOTTOMS GROUP
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
Inventory Close Out. Our entire WINE NOOK is specially priced for the rest of the month of February. ALL wines are discounted 25%-50% off!

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)

UTILITY AND MEDICAL BILL ASSISTANCE
If you need help with utility bills (gas, propane or electric) , or help with medical bills, there will be representatives from the Big Bend Community Action Committee at the Crisis Center on Friday, from 10-3. Please bring a current proof of income (pay stubs, etc) and two forms of ID, one having with your photo on it.  If you have questions before then, you may contact Naomi at 432-837-2142, or email nchbbcac@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED
The Terlingua Trading Company has a position open for a part time cashier/receiving clerk. Come help us get ready for Spring Break! Stop by the store for an application.

 Quarterly POATRI Newsletter Revival

Hear ye, hear ye!!! The 1st Quarter POATRI newsletter will be emailed soon. If you’d like to get connected, please email Property Owner Services at propertyinfo@terlinguaranch.com to update your account with a current email address and make sure you are in the know about all the latest Terlingua Ranch news!

CALLING ALL MUSIC AND GAME LOVERS
Join us for the Hoedown Underground on Saturday, February 19th from 6p – 9p in the Bunkhouse under the Bad Rabbit at Terlingua Ranch Lodge. Terlingua’s own DJ Waylon Spinnings will be spinning vinyl records for your auditory pleasure. Beer, sodas, and a nacho bar will be available for purchase so you can stay energized and full of liquid courage to shake your groove thang and game the night away.  The shuffleboard and ping pong table are back in action in case you’re interested in breaking a sweat off the dance floor.  Come to hang out, listen to tunes, make new friends and chill with your neighbors at this new bi-monthly event. Be there or be square!

DIG TERLINGUA
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
Nothing better than Terlingua in the Spring, and nothing better than our great coffee and home cooking for breakfast and lunch. Everything on the menu is cooked to order, and have gluten free selections now.  We're open 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily.  Come for the coffee and enjoy the great views! Super views from the heart of the ghost town, free wifi and open 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. seven days week.And, we pack picnics, too! Come see us!

CACTUS FARM - FULL MOON POTLUCK
Feb 16th (Wed) 6:30
Bring dish to share.
Food theme is soup and salad.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Terlingua's best tacos and authentic Mexican food. We've got a great menu!  All types of tacos, steaks,Mexican shrimp cocktails and more.  Outdoor seating and BYOB.  Wednesdays thru Sundays 4 p.m. until 9 p.m.   Drive thru window for to go orders. Call 432 372 2060 for any questions or to order ahead!

TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
Wednesday, March 2, 2022 @ 5:30 P.m. Come celebrate the 186th anniversary of Texas Independence  from Mexico with the annual impromptu parade between the Porch and the High Sierra celebrating the sacrifices of those who won our freedom that has been so easily forgotten by native Texans and unknown by the naturalized and visitors. The parade is scheduled to begin around 5:30 P.m. (but is notoriously late) at the Porch.  The route will leave for the High Sierra, then turn around back to the Porch.  Gathering for the parade will be at any time necessary for the preparation of your "float" to make the 5:30 start.  Please try to attend with a float or just as a spectator.  Hope to see you there!

THAT BIG RIDE IN THE SKY
There will be a memorial barbecue and potluck gathering in honor of John Wayne Kelly on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at the horseshoe pits in Terlingua Ghostown see Wayne’s obituary the celebration of future barbecue made by Scott and friends in his otherwise a potluck affair bring your lunch sharers music BYOB and stories to share with Wayne’s friends and family event to kick off between 1 and 2 P.m. for more information call 432-371-2234

DB'S RUSTIC IRON BBQ
Ok folks, here are the events lined up for the next few weeks at DB’s. Don’t miss out, come one come all..

Feb. 12th-8 p.m.-1 a.m. Carlos y sus Teclados-Musica Norteña / cumbias y más

Feb. 13 Super Bowl?? or bust. BBQ,??, wings, beer?? and wine. Doors open at 3 p.m.

Feb.25th-4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Darrin Kobetich/ solo instrumental guitar/ multi instrumentalist and Artist

April 14th. 4 p.m.-8 /The Wayward Gypsies- Texas Country Americana artists

Thanks
DB

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