TERLINGUA MOON!!!

 TERLINGUA MOON
May 3, 2022
by Terlingua Thinking Team

"Nolite te bastardes carborundorum. Don’t let the bastards grind you down." - The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood

VOTING
The runoff primary election will be on May 24. The info below for the May 7 election.

The polling places listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., on May 7, 2022, for voting in a special election to "adopt or reject the proposed Constitutional Amendments as submitted by the 87th Legislature, Special Session, of the State of Texas." On Election Day, voters must vote in their precinct where registered to vote. Precincts 5, 6, & 7 -- "Red" Pattillo Community Center, Hwy 118, Study Butte/Terlingua, TX 79852

Notifiquese, por la presente, que las casillas electora/es citadas abajo se abrirtin desde las 7:00 a.m. hasta las 7:00 p.m. el 7 de Mayo de 2022 para votar en la Eleccion Especial para "adoptar o rechazar las emniendas a la constitucion propuestas tal como fureon presentadas por la 87th Legislatura Sesion Especial del Estado de Texas." El Dia de Eleccion, los votantes debertin votar en su precinto estan inscritos para votar. Precintos 5, 6, y 7 -- "Red" Pattillo Community Center, Hwy 118, Study Butte/Terlingua, TX 79852

BOOSTERS IN TERLINGUA
MEDICAL COVID BOOSTER CLINIC IS SCHEDULED!!
Date: May 12
Time: 10:00 - 2:00
Place: Big Bend Church
Last day to register with me is May 10th!!
I need the following information when signing up:
Which Booster?  (2nd, 3rd. Or 4th)
Which Vaccine? Moderna or Pfizer
Or? Testing only
Bring your vax card - if you have one.
Call CC Krull or text: 512-415-0560 Email: krullcc@gmail.com
LAST DATE TO REGISTER IS MAY 10TH!!!

GET A MAMMOGRAM IN TERLINGUA
MAMMOS ON THE MOVE! The mobile mammogram service will be at Terlingua Fire & EMS on TUESDAY JUNE 7th from 9AM to 4PM. The screening takes approximately 10 minutes, and it must be a year since your last mammogram. You must be 40 years of age or older, and you need to bring ID and your insurance card (if you have insurance). Most insurances are accepted, and private pay is available. To schedule an appointment or if you have more questions, please call 915-577-0100 today!

¡MAMOGRAFÍAS DIGITALES! El servicio de mamografía móvil estará a Terlingua Fire & EMS el MARTES 7 DE JUNIO de 9AM a 4PM. El examen tardará aproximadamente 10 minutos y debe haber pasado un año desde su última mamografía. Debe tener 40 años de edad o más, y debe traer identificación y su tarjeta de seguro (si tiene seguro). Se aceptan la mayoría de los seguros y hay pago privado disponible. Para programar una cita o si tiene más preguntas, llame hoy al 915-577-0100.

MILKY WAY TREATS THIS SATURDAY AT 9:00 A.M.
Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this Saturday, from 9am til sell-out! We make fresh, made from scratch goodies, with alot of love! Come on down and enjoy Cinnamon Rolls, Kolaches, Cake, Pie, Gluten-Free options and more - we have a little something for everyone. We're located on 118, next to Sandy's Shop, in the Bee Mountain Hardware Store parking area. Gracias, Terlingua!

BREWSTER COUNTY CLEANUP DAY
Saturday May 14, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., free to dump. Don't bring items with refrigerant or hazardous waste.  Road & Bridge yard on 170. If you'd like to volunteer to help out with the unloading & sorting of material, please send me a message. Volunteers will get a free t-shirt and our eternal gratitude!  saracolando@gmail.com

BIG BEND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The next Board Meeting of the Big Bend Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for Thursday, May 12, 2022.  It will be held in person at the High Sierra beginning at 6:00 pm.  All Chamber members and interested parties are welcome to attend.  If you would like to attend via Zoom please contact Sandy at chamberofcommercebigbend@gmail.com.

 PROPERTY OWNERS OF TERLINGUA RANCH POTLUCK
Please join your friends and neighbors the first Thursday of each month at the Bunkhouse, 6:00 pm.  The next potluck is Thursday, May 5th.   Please bring a covered dish to share; iced tea, water, plates/utensils provided by Terlingua Ranch.

BBNP - NO CHARCOAL OR WOOD FIRES
Effective immediately, due to high fire danger, all fires except in portable camp stoves or gas grills are prohibited in the Chisos Basin, including wood or charcoal fires in any grills located in the Chisos Basin Campground, park residences, and elsewhere in the Basin. This closure will remain in effect until fire danger abates significantly and we rescind the closure officially.

**As a reminder, all wood and ground fires are already prohibited everywhere in the park**

Precipitation has been well below normal, and Big Bend is experiencing drought conditions. The extended forecast is for continued drought as we move into hotter months. Vegetation has become extremely dry and highly susceptible to even the smallest spark. Use Extreme Caution.

RACING
Bienvenido to the third running of the Gambler 500 Mexico. Coming at you with four days of fun in the desert sun. 'Tres Amigos' will give you scenery and landscapes in two countries- Texas & Mexico. Go ahead and mark your calendars. Deets to follow or you can keep up on the web page. Viva Terlingua and viva los ABG!
May 19th - 22nd
https://gambler500florida.com/mexico

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY
Welcomes our Guest Artist for the month of May, Leralee Whittle!
(un)Seen : Embodiment in the Chihuahuan Desert and beyond
Digital prints & video art
Opening reception  Sat May 7, 6:30pm
Live music provided by Paul Sprawl. Leralee Whittle is a digital media and dance artist. Her prints in this show are from time-based processes shot locally and inspired by Presence in the Chihuahuan Desert. Her video art highlights creating in interesting locations found around the states, at artist residencies or on tour.

DESERT SPORTS
SUMMER HOURS!!! It’s that time of year for low water and high temperatures in Big Bend.
Starting May 1st, Desert Sports’ hours are 10 am - 6 pm, Monday - Saturday. Closed Sunday except by reservation.
We will not be keeping regular hours for the month of June 2022.
Please check in with us to get an update on trail and river conditions!
Thank you to all our wonderful visitors that made this last challenging season GREAT!!

STORAGE UNIT
We have a 10x10 storage unit available immediately for $55/month. Use of our dumpster is an extra $35/month. 6 month rental minimum. Please call Brian or Sue at 432-371-2621 or email to rockingrbranchllc@gmail.com.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD
Regional Academic Results: 5th Place Social Studies Team: Chasin, Chase, Griffin, and Caitlin, 3rd Place Computer Science Team: Kaycie, Luna, Zach N., and Ethan, and 3rd Place Spelling Team: Shyla(6th), Caitlin, Zach N., and Jennifer C. These Paisanos made us proud competing against the best from the 55 schools in our Region. Our classification includes high schools with an enrollment of 107 students or less. Our high school enrollment is 34 and proved to be a competitive force. Looking forward to next year with only 1 senior on the Regional roster this year.
From Ms. Baumann: Asa has completed the 40 book Genre Challenge.
Regional Track Results: Brooke placed 8th in Discus and 8th in 300M Hurdles. The future is bright for this 9th grader! Congratulations!

BIG BEND GIRL SCOUTS: TROOP #28410
The Big Bend Cadette Girl Scout Troop would like to say “thank you” to the community for supporting our annual cookie extravaganza! This year we sold over 1450 boxes in-person and online! A record! Our troop made over $1,000 in sales and donations which will be used for future programming and trips.We would also like to extend our gratitude and appreciation in thanking those businesses and folks who gave us support throughout the year. They are: Suzette Mendoza-Co-Leader, Marcy Reed-Parent Volunteer, Claire Stout-Volunteer, Sara Colando-Brewster County Commissioner, Greg and Valynda Henington-Far Flung Outdoor Center, Rick Page-Cottonwood General Store, Lynette Dawson-Big Bend Motor Inn, Erica and Erin Little-Big Bend Boating and Hiking, Jessie Milam-San Vicente ISD, Zoey Sexton-Terlingua Community Garden, Andy and Mallory Conner Mundy-Long Draw Pizza, Sandy Price-Lajitas Resort, Tom VandenBerg-Big Bend National Park, and Terlingua Ranch. It takes a village to raise strong girls. Thank you for being a part of our Girl Scout Village!
Sincerely,
Kelly VandenBerg, Troop Leader
And Girl Scouts: Desiree, Isis, Bailee, Asa, Alina, Marley, Karla, Yamileth, and Amy.

SANTA INEZ GHOSTTOWN CHURCH
Please join us for the last Rosary Prayer service of the season; this Wednesday, 5pm, May 4th. The 3rd Wednesday, May 18th, will be the last Eucharist service too. Services will resume in September. All are welcome, come as you are. The Episcopal Church welcomes all.  

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
**REORGANIZATION LIQUIDATION** New Hours are noon to six until May.  May Day May Day - Glass Case blow-out sale sale sale. Take 15% off anything in the counter glass display cases all through the month of May.

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS
Come have coffee and some homecooking at the Ghost Town's best. It's where the views are amazing, the coffee is the best, and the people friendly.  We're open 7:30 am until 2 pm daily.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
We're known for our tacos but we have steaks, and loads of options for everyone in your group.  Authentic Mexican recipes served in an outdoor setting where it's BYOB.  Or order to go and swing through our drive thru window.  432 372-2060

JOB
Terlingua Ranch Lodge & Bad Rabbit Cafe are HIRING - We are looking for part-time & full-time employees for cafe cooks and servers, office staff, housekeeping & maintenance. Competitive hourly pay based on experience. Criminal background check required. RV hook-ups available if needed, must provide own RV if needing on-site residence. Come by to get an application in person or email propertyinfo@terlinguaranch.com for details.

COMMUNITY GARDEN
 Our incredible community raised $3,167 last Saturday!!!
We will be working on the McCoy's order and will consult
with Travis when the expansion project can begin.
Many thanks to The Trading Company, Shot Time Liquor, The Cottonwood Store,
and The Motor Inn for your donations to make the party a success.
Resa Callahan won the costume contest
Karen Barret won the fig tree
Special thanks to Kathy Wisdom for all your food love
Sandi Turvan, Paul Werner, Mary and Dwight, and Wendy Weckesser
for lending a hand and making the show run smoothly.
Binky, Jeff, and Bob for sharing your knowledge and helping our new residents learn about desert living
When we ALL come together we CAN make beautiful things happen 

The Terlingua Crisis Center will have a food truck arriving tomorrow around 11:30am. Volunteers are always appreciated and should arrive between 11:00am and noon to assist. Food distribution will take place on Friday from 10am - 4pm. Volunteers are always welcome for this task as well. The Hospital District will be sending a representative to every food distribution to assist low income residents will applying for free healthcare resources.

Next up - Freebird. All submissions due by Mondays at noon. Email to terlinguamoon@gmail.com