Terlingua Moon
Volume 33, No. 38
September 13, 2022 by FreeBird

“Don’t cry because it’s over . . . smile because it happened.” --Dr. Seuss

     

Voter Registration Deadline! ‑‑ to be able to vote in the November 8 election, you must register by OCTOBER 8.  That means the application has to be in the Alpine election office by then.

There are applications at the Terlingua Post Office, just ask at the counter; application requires no stamp. Make sure to fill it out COMPLETELY, including phone number, to ensure your vote will count. To see if you are already registered, to change your info online, or for answers to FAQ, go to:  https://www.votetexas.gov/register-to-vote/.

It will also have contact info for the Alpine office.

Mark your calendars!  Brewster County Candidate Forum, Monday, October 10, 5:30 PM at the Red Pattillo Community Center.  Candidates for County Judge, Precinct 2 Commissioner, and Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace will be speaking.

Beloved Momma ‑‑ Aug 22, 1934 - Aug 31, 2022
Virginia Fricker, formerly of Terlingua, Texas, passed away peacefully in Waco, Texas on August 31, 2022.  She was loved by all for her smile, her laugh and her gentle voice.  She had a penchant for rock hunting, a good hike, games, puzzles, comedy, coffee and chocolate candy.  She was an avid reader and a fantastic cook, with many wonderful Terlingua Thanksgiving meals shared with family and local friends.

True to form, Virginia did not wish for a traditional funeral but instead wanted those of us who remain here on earth to celebrate her life with pinatas, stories and her favorite dish, TACOS!  As such, we will have an early Easter celebration, March 2023, in Waco in honor of her personal favorite holiday.  Details will be posted on the funeral home website www.lakeshorefuneralhome.com, where online remembrances (especially funny stories) may be expressed to the family.  Memorial donations may be made to Caritas (any location) or the Big Bend Conservancy.

"Soar high from the heavens above.
When we see a dove, we will think of you and your favorite song La Paloma.
God bless you Mom until we meet again."

 With her celebration - and her wonderful humor - in mind, "You can't make everyone happy!  You're not a taco ... nor are you Virginia Fricker".

KEEN PLUMBING GRAND OPENING!  Join the Big Bend Chamber of Commerce as we welcome and celebrate Keen Plumbing’s grand opening on Tuesday, September 20, 5:00 pm, at 22813 FM 170.  Refreshments provided (while they last).

KEN & JOEE MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER  ‑‑ For all you event planners, this is a reminder that the Ken & Joee Barnes Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser is always the 2nd weekend of November following the cook-off (November 12 this year).  For everyone else - mark your calendar for the cribbage & horseshoe tournaments and BBQ..!

STORM DAMAGED PARK ROADS AND TRAILS REOPEN ‑‑ Many of the park's primitive dirt roads and a portion of the paved Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive and Lost Mine Trail have reopened following damage from heavy monsoon rains.  High water flows are expected this weekend along the Rio Grande.  To view the full news release, please visit Big Bend National Park's news release page:  https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm

DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ September Event ‑‑ Sept. 16 Fiesta Mexicana, open at 11 AM.  Serving tacos de tripa, barbacoa and carne asada, along with charro beans.  There will be $2.00 off all import beer and domestic wines.  Then at 7:00 PM, Grupo Nueva Generacion Folklorico will perform traditional Mexican folklore dances.  Come out and support our local youth.

Sept.18^th -Bruce Salmon 7-8 PM
Sept. 22^nd - Jenny don’t and the Spurs 8:30 PM-11:30
Sept. 25^th - Tequila Sound Machine from Presidio, TX. 8 PM-12
Sept.29^th - Candidate meet and greet, Greg Henington, Mark Chiles and Paul Rashott.

AS+K Workshop ‑‑ Sept 16 & 17, focuses on Suicide Prevention.  9:00-11:30 at the Red Pattillo Community Center.  Open to everyone!  You won’t need to be in attendance both days.  We are a vast county and it’s easy to overlook each other. 

If you have further questions, please feel free to contact:
Shannon Montague (432) 538-2223, Montaguefive@gmail.com, Big Bend Suicide Awareness

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA ‑‑ meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.

ALAN BAKER – A celebration of his life.  Red Pattillo Community Center, 12 PM to 3 PM, Sunday, September 25.  Potluck – bring your favorite dish to share.  Turkey, ham and potato salad provided.

Spanish classes start again ‑‑ here at the Cactus Farm!  Monday nights beginning Oct 10^th, 6 PM.  Facilitator is Yvonne Diaz.  ALL ARE WELCOME!

Espresso ... y poco mas ‑‑ Best coffee in town plus our home-made, made to order breakfasts and lunches from a great menu.  All in a comfortable outdoor setting with Chisos views, wifi and friendly service!  Open 7:30 AM until 2 PM in the heart of the Ghost Town!

All Energies ‑‑ has a new pallet of 360 watt silfab solar modules, for $288 each, plus sales tax.  For more information, or if you’ve got questions about solar power, email us at TerlinguaSolar@gmail.com or text 432-242-1874 today.

Taqueria El Milagro ‑‑ Open this week on Friday and Saturday from 4 PM until 9 PM.  Closed on Sunday to do a little construction.  Next week we are back to our regular hours!

Come enjoy the best street tacos in the area and a menu full of authentic Mexican recipes as well as steaks and amazing sides like our loaded baked potato, a meal in itself!  432 372-2060.

Big Buddha Bakery & Café ‑‑ We are hosting a special event this Saturday the 17th @7 PM.  Stories of the Region:  An Evening with Oscar Rodriguez.  Hear about local history and regional culture from a master storyteller.  Oscar grew up in Presidio and is the voice of Marfa Public Radio's "Calo: A Borderland Dialect."

Our regular hours are Friday through Sunday 12 PM-3 PM, 6 PM-9 PM.  We are a locally owned Cafe & Bakery in Presidio.  We create all our bread, pizza and donuts in house fresh with sourdough and organic ingredients.  Located on the main road on your way into Presidio from Terlingua across from the fire station.  Call us beforehand if you are passing through and want a pizza, an order of donuts or to reserve a sourdough loaf.  781-710-9248.

 

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