Volume 35, No. 13, March 26, 2024

Terlingua Moon

Volume 35, No.13

March 26, 2024 by FreeBird

“The joy of looking and comprehending is nature's most beautiful gift.” ‑‑ Albert Einstein

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT – regular meeting:  March 26, 2024 at 9:30 A.M.  For more information, see the attached agenda.

BIG BEND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ‑‑ is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt Saturday the 30th, 2024 from 11:30 to 1:30 PM at the Windmill formally known as the party barn!  A huge thanks to Big Bend Station for donating the space!!  All are welcome to join us for Hot Dogs, Face Painting and Activities!  The Egg Hunt is for children 12 and under!!  We are looking forward to this eggcellent time!!

SOUTH COUNTY LIBRARY PROJECT ‑‑ The volunteer Planning Committee for the SCLP is continuing to meet and plan for future library services in South County.  Our next meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on Thursday, March 28 at the Red Pattillo Community Center.  Anyone who is interested is welcome to attend and we look forward to getting more volunteers involved as our project develops.  For more information, visit www.bigbendcitizensalliance.org or email secretary.bbca@gmail.com.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD

Freshmen Car Wash at Big Bend High School-Wednesday 3/27 from 4-6pm

$10 per car

Junior Class Fundraiser-Picadillo Plate Sale at the Cottonwood-Thursday 4/4

$13 a plate, 5pm until Sold Out

District Junior High Track Meet 4/2 in Balmorhea

High School District Track Meet 4/4 in Balmorhea

UIL District Academics in Van Horn 4/5

Go Paisanos!

BIG BEND EPISCOPAL MISSION HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

Santa Inez-Terlinuga Ghostown Church

Wednesday: No Service

Good Friday 5:30pm 3/29th

Chapel of Joseph & Mary-Lajitas

Holy Saturday-Easter Eve 5pm

BBNP PUBLIC MEETINGS:  CHISOS BASIN CONSTRUCTION AND PUBLIC ACCESS PLANNING ‑‑ Join acting Park Superintendent Chad Tinney and park staff to learn about the upcoming demolition/construction of the new Chisos Mountains Lodge, and discussion about changes to public access to the Chisos Basin area during the two-year project.  Meetings in Terlingua 3/25, at the Red Pattillo Community Center in Study Butte; Alpine 3/28 at the Big Bend Telephone Community Center, 808 N.5^th St.  Meeting times for both locations:  6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.  For more information, see attached “3-7-24 Basin Access Planning Outreach.docx”.

FRIENDS OF RUIDOSA CHURCH ‑‑ We’re excited to announce two more adobe-making days coming up in Ruidosa and Marfa:

·        Ruidosa: March 30, 10-4PM

·        Marfa: April 27, 10-4PM

As we mentioned previously, this year our community adobe-making days are going to alternate between Marfa and Ruidosa to give more folks an opportunity to participate.  The Ruidosa workshops take place at the church site.  The Marfa adobe days are held at Joey Benton’s adobe yard at 800 Galveston.  You can expect to learn about the adobe-making process and traditional earthen building methods with our team while working hard and getting dirty!  All bricks made will be used in the next phase of restoration.

·        All are welcome, including children. This event is free.

·        Let us know you’re coming so we can get a rough headcount. Message us at ruidosachurch@gmail.com

·        We will provide water and drinks and lunch for both events

·        Please come prepared for the desert with long sleeved shirts, long pants, work boots, big hats and gloves.

·        Come for part or all!

INTERNATIONAL DARK SKY WEEK ‑‑ is coming up, April 2-8, 2024, closing out with a solar eclipse on April 8th!  How will you be celebrating?  We will be hosting a series of FREE events this week!  Come join us in celebration of the Big Bend region's dark skies with stargazing activities led by staff from McDonald Observatory, Texas Parks and Wildlife, the National Park Service, and local volunteers.

April 3rd, Terlingua / Study Butte 8:00pm: Star Party at Canyon View Community Park (Baseball fields)

April 5th, Alpine 8:30pm: Star Party, soccer fields at Kokernot Park

April 6th, Alpine 1-4pm: Alpine Visitor Center, kid's and family activities, solar eclipse glasses available

April 6th, Alpine: 8:30pm: Star Party, soccer fields at Kokernot Park

April 8th, McDonald Observatory: 11:30am-3pm, Telescope views of partial solar eclipse (free for Big Bend area residents); Alpine Visitor Center, 12:00-3:00pm, eclipse viewing

We recommend bringing blankets or chairs to evening star party events.  The solar eclipse will only be partial (~90% covered) for the Big Bend area.  Safe eclipse glasses will be necessary to view it.

VISITOR FATALITY FROM APPARENT SUICIDE ‑‑ On Wednesday, March 20, Big Bend National Park received reports of an injured visitor along the Grapevine Hills Road.  Responding rangers located the body of an 80-year-old man from Alpine, TX.  The scene was investigated by the National Park Service, FBI, and Texas Rangers and the cause of death was determined to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

To view the full news release, please visit the Big Bend National Park news release page:  Visitor Fatality.

MARIA MOSS AND JON HOGAN ‑‑ The desert Old Weird America, Terlingua .  .  . Rory Hancock, Maria Moss, Jon Hogan, Marc Utter.  It’s been a blast playing with these amazing critters this winter.  Our time here is growing short, and dang these Big Bend months flew by!!!  We have a few more shows together before Jon Hogan and I head for Kerr and then points north.  Here’s where we’ll be gloriously old, weird and American before we go:

Mon., 3/25 Cactus Farm’s Full Moon Potluck, 6pm

Tues., 3/26 Roadrunner RV Campfire Concert, 7:30

Fri., 3/29 the Boathouse, 8-11

Sat., 3/30 Bad Rabbit Cafe, 7 PM

 

DARK SKIES TEXAS ‑‑ Join the fight for the stars!  Become a Knight for the Night © by downloading our engaging activity handouts and curriculum for kids. Learn about light pollution, its impact, and how you can be part of the solution:  https://darkskytexas.org/online-learning/

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING ‑‑ if you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 7:30 Thursday evening at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office.

LOOKING FOR ‑‑ trickster, german shepherd underweight, and black lab his buddy.  They visited my home, 51911 hwy 118 tire fence, a few days ago but left before they had breakfast.  If you see them will pay for your time to bring them back for another visit.  skull1923@gmail.com 371-3068 open gate and come up but honk please as I have 3 older rescues.  Thanks, Deborah.

SATURDAY COMMUNITY MARKET ‑‑ Come see us at the Saturday Community Market from 10:00-1:00.  Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're there every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items.

Fresh eggs, local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, Zoey's leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, including Kim's, many made with local stones, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and up-cycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel, Sandy's super cute pop-up shop and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here.  Indeed, lately, chess players have been meeting up for a game or two or three or...

We welcome new vendors.  Flea market items are also welcome.  After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green.  We ask a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us.  For more information, text or call 432.213.1863, email SherriTheWriter@aol.com or pop in to the market for a chat.  Prepared food vendors must display current food handling license.  (A quick, easy and affordable online course can provide that).

Please help keep our market space safe and comfortable for all, two-legged and four, by keeping all dogs leashed and under control.  We look forward to seeing you there.

ESPRESSO … y POCO MAS ‑‑ the place for breakfast and lunch in the Ghost Town.  Home-cooked menu and great Big Bend Roasters coffee.  We have freshly baked blueberry muffins, delicious cinnamon rolls and more sweets from CC’s bakery!!  Newspapers, strong wifi and spectacular views.  A great place for food and conversation with a menu for everyone.  Call 432 371 3044 for to go orders.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO ‑‑ Terlingua's best street tacos along with great Mexican food.  All from authentic recipes and side dishes big enough for a meal.  Steaks and more.  Wednesday through Sunday -3 pm until 9 pm.  Call  432 371-2060  for takeout via our drive-through window.  Fun seating with beautiful views for dining in and BYOB! 

 

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.)  On the web at:  theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com.  For 35 years, THE source for news in South Brewster County.  Updated every Tuesday (sometimes Monday).

  

Terlingua Moon eXtra- 3/22/24

 This was announced in this week's Moon but did not give the times and locations for these public meetings. 

BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, TX – Join acting Park Superintendent Chad Tinney and park staff to learn about the upcoming demolition/construction of the new Chisos Mountains Lodge, and discussion about changes to public access to the Chisos Basin area during the two-year project.
 

Terlingua, TX: Monday, March 25                         6:00 PM – 7:30 PM J.W. “Red” Pattillo Community Center  100 TX-118, Terlingua

Alpine, TX: Thursday, March 28 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Big Bend Telephone Community Room 808 N. 5th Street, Alpine,

Constructed in 1964, the main Chisos    Mountains Lodge building is an important part of the park’s history and visitor infrastructure. Over many years, instability of the soils beneath the building has led to significant damage to the foundation, walls, and building systems. In addition, burgeoning Big Bend visitation has also surpassed the kitchen and dining service capabilities of the facility. In 2019, park staff began the process to evaluate solutions for a lodge facility to serve the next generation of Big Bend visitors.

Since then, the NPS and Architectural Resources Group (ARG) have been busy developing the plans for a brighter future for the Chisos Basin. The new facility will fit the landscape, be highly energy and water efficient, and serve the visitors of today and into the future. Construction is expected to begin late Spring 2025 and continue for two years.

Attendees at the public meetings will have a chance to view artist renderings of the future facility and participate in discussions regarding visitor access to the popular Chisos Basin area during the construction project. Replacement of the Lodge will necessitate the closure of the area around the Lodge, camper store, main parking lot, and Chisos Basin Visitor Center, but it is expected that there will still be limited visitor access to other parts of the Basin.

“Our goal is to provide as much access to the Chisos Basin to as many user groups as can be safely accommodated,” said acting Superintendent Tinney. “It is also important 

that we share with and ask for input from those who love this special place.”

Regular updates on the Chisos Basin Lodge replacement project will be shared on the park’s social media streams as well as on the Big Bend National Park website at: 

go.nps.gov/chisosbasinfuture

There will be a Facebook Livestream of the 3/25 Terlingua meeting on the Brewster County Commissioner Facebook page: 

https://www.facebook.com/BrewsterCountyPct2 

Terlingua Moon, Vol. 35, No. 12

TERLINGUA MOON
March 19, 2024                    
by Terlingua Thinking Team

"Our happiest moments as tourists always seem to come when we stumble upon one thing while in pursuit of something else." - Lawrence Block.

HOSPICE SERVICES IN TERLINGUA
Angels Care Hospice is here to serve anyone in Brewster County! If you or a loved one is ill and declining and could benefit from extra care at home we would love to help.

There are so many misconceptions regarding hospice and I would love the chance to fill you in on what hospice truly means and is.

For info, contact Tiffni at 254-631-7734

WANT TO GO TO THE DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVENTION?
Join fellow Democrats at your local Convention! Precinct & Brewster County/Congressional District 23 Conventions will be held at: Alpine Public Library, 805 W Ave E, Alpine, TX 79830. Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 2:15 p.m. Check-in starts at 2:00 p.m.
Items of Business will include: Election of State Delegates to the Texas Democratic Convention (who will be responsible for electing National Delegates to the Democratic National Convention,
Presidential Electors, & State Democratic Exec. Cmty. (SDEC) Members). Submission of and voting on resolutions, platform planks, & party rules changes, which will be sent to the Texas Democratic Convention if passed. Please indicate your interest in being a State Delegate to the Texas Democratic Convention (in El Paso, June 6-8, 2024) when pre-registering for your local Convention. For more information about the convention process, including how to become a National Delegate to the Democratic National Convention (in Chicago, August 19-22, 2024), visit: TexasDemocraticConvention.com   For any changes to time & location:
txdem.co/ConventionLocation  RSVP directly: txdem.co/ConventionRSVP  More Info & RSVP:
TexasDemocraticConvention.com

FULL MOON POTLUCK
Cactus Farm, March 25, 7 p.m.  Theme: Easter. Live Music by Hogan & Moss.

EARTH & FIRE GALLERY
For the month of March we welcome guest artist Lori Griffin. Come on down and check out her beautiful artwork!

SIGN UP FOR NEW HEALTH PROGRAM
Do you (or someone you know) need help managing a chronic health condition? What about managing your prescribed medications?

The new COMMUNITY PARAMEDICINE program at Terlingua Fire & EMS can help you understand your health condition(s), regain independence, and improve your overall health!

Sign up today for this FREE program! Call TFEMS at 432-371-2536 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

COMMUNITY GARDEN
Come see us at the Saturday Community Market from 10:00-1:00.  Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're there every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items.

Fresh eggs, local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, Zoey's leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, including Kim's, many made with local stones, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel, Sandy's super cute pop-up shop, Val's pastry cart, and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here. Indeed, lately, chess players have been meeting up for a game or two or three or...

We welcome new vendors. Flea market items are also welcome. After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green. We ask a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us. For more information, text or call 432.213.1863, email SherriTheWriter@aol.com or pop in to the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence. (A quick, easy and affordable online course can provide that). Please help keep our market space safe and comfortable for all, two-legged and four, by keeping all dogs leashed and under control. We look forward to seeing you there.

MILKY WAY TREATS
Milky Way Treats Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this Saturday, 10 a.m. to sell out. We’re located next to the Community Garden in the Ghostown. The ice cream trailer at The Boathouse is open Saturday-Monday, 4 to 9 p.m.  Stop by for something delicious and treat yourself! ¡Gracias Terlingua!

TERLINGUA STAR PARTY
Join us April 3rd for a celebration of Terlingua's dark skies at the ball fields at Canyon View Community Park.  Professional and amateur astronomers will give a tour of the night sky and provide telescope views during this free community event for International Dark Sky Week.

Event opens with booths and concession from Milky Way Treats at 8 p.m., stargazing begins at 8:45 p.m. and ends by 10:30 p.m.  You are encouraged to bring your own seating or chairs.  Please be considerate when using flashlights and other light sources during the event.

Thank you to Big Bend Citizens Alliance, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Big Bend National Park, McDonald Observatory, and DarkSky International for their time and support in this event.

JOB
Terlingua Ranch Lodge is looking for a couple or a couple of individuals for a short or long-term position. Some of our seasonal staff are leaving for their new positions before the end of our busy season. All areas of cafe help are needed starting immediately. Things slow down after Memorial Day, but we can use help year round or just through May. Cooks are highest priority, but can use serving staff, bussers, dishwashing, and prep. Wages paid from the first hour worked. 40' FHU 50 amp covered spaces. The Bad Rabbit Cafe at historic Terlingua Ranch is open 7 days a week, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. 16000 Terlingua Ranch Road, Terlingua, Texas, between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Contact manager@terlinguaranch.com for more information or to submit your resume.

BBNP PUBLIC MEETINGS:  CHISOS BASIN CONSTRUCTION AND PUBLIC ACCESS PLANNING
Join acting Park Superintendent Chad Tinney and park staff to learn about the upcoming demolition/construction of the new Chisos Mountains Lodge, and discussion about changes to public access to the Chisos Basin area during the two-year project.  Meetings in Terlingua 3/25 and Alpine 3/28.

WATER HAULED
Need to have 1000 gal of water hauled from Alpine to within 100 miles of Alpine? Contact us (432) 371-2999 to make an appointment or Visit our website for more information. https://shiflethouse.com

ROADRUNNER RV PARK
3/19 - Emilie Klepper & Friends, 7:30 p.m.

CHILI PEPPER CAFE
Music 5:30-8:30
3/23 Weird Old America

STARLIGHT THEATRE
Artist Spotlight at the Starlight, features Tony Drewry! Full-time adventurist, part-time musician documenting his life thru a lens camera. Come see and buy his art work from March 11th thru April 15th.
Music usually starts at 6:00.
3/19 - Keegan McInroe
3/20 - Bill Palmer
3/21 - Meredith Crawford Duo 6 p.m., Emilie Clepper 8:30
3/22 & 3/23 - Bruce Salmon
3/25 - Alex Teller

BOATHOUSE
The music usually starts around 8 p.m., except Sundays, when there are often two bands.
3/20 - Open Mike hosted by Rory Hancock
3/21 - The Moonshiners
3/22 - Bill Palmer
3/23 - Emilie Clepper
3/25 - TJ Wicks

DB'S RUSTIC IRON BBQ
We survived the wave this past week. Thanks to all that patronized us. Open 7 days this week 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. or later. Also remember we have an  ATM for your quick cash needs .
3/21 - Jon Hogan and Maria Moss
3/26 - Wayward Gypsies

OTRA VEZ THRIFT STORE HOURS
Wed. and Sat. 9 a.m. to noon - open.   Otra Vez Thrift Store greatly appreciates your donations!  The workers are volunteers who make the store a success without receiving any compensation.   Please be considerate and discerning when donating clothes.  Stained, ripped, worn out with holes and dirty clothing is not acceptable as donations.  No one will buy trash so please throw unusable items away.  Items such as printers are not acceptable either.  Otra Vez is a wonderful part of our community - so please help us by donating items that others will buy!  Proceeds go back into our community!!!

PORCH
As it happens - Mostly Sunday and Wednesday afternoons on The Porch - pickers' jam - Just show up, start playing, and maybe more will come!

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS
Where locals and visitors gather for breakfast and lunch in the Ghost Town!  Homecooked menu and great Big Bend Roasters coffee. We have freshly bakes blueberry muffins, delicious cinnamon rolls and  more sweets from CC’s bakery !!  Newspapers,  strong wifi and spectacular views.. A great place for food and conversation with a menu for everyone.  Call 432-371-3044 for to go orders.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Terlingua's street tacos with great Mexican food from authentic recipes and side dishes big enough for a meal.  Steaks and more. Wednesday through Sunday - 3 p.m. until 9 p.m.   Call  432 371-2060  for take out via our drive through window.  Fun seating with beautiful views for dining in and BYOB!   

LOCALS FLEA MARKET
March 31. Located in La Kiva parking lot. 10 a.m.  No early birds.  All welcome to set up.  No fee. Val will be there with cinnamon rolls, kolaches, biscuits and more.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING IN TERLINGUA
If you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 7:30 Thursday evening at the Big Bend Church, just north of the Post Office.

BIWEEKLY YOGA CLASS BY SUSANNAH AT CACTUS FARM
Starting March 19, Susanna will host Yoga at the Cactus Farm on Tuesdays at 6 pm and Saturday mornings at 10:30.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD
Junior High and High School Folklorico dancers performed at the Viva Aztlan Festival in Lubbock over Spring Break. Their director is Mr. Rodriguez. The junior high group won 3rd place Choreography. The high school group won 3rd place Choreography, 1st place Technique and Form, and 1st place Traditional Dance. Thank you to Ms. Palma and Ms. Baumann for being sponsors along on the trip too. Junior High Track Meet in Marfa on Wednesday the 20th, starting at 4 p.m.  Go Paisanos!

SANTA INEZ-TERLINGUA GHOSTTOWN CHURCH
Wednesday 3/20-Bible Study at 5:30 p.m.
Holy Week: Wednesday 3/27-No Service
3/29 Good Friday Service at 5:30 p.m.
3/30 Easter Eve Saturday service 5 p.m. in Lajitas at the Chapel of Joseph and Mary

WATER CATCHMENT TANKS
Are you ready to catch water? TanksALot Terlingua has the largest inventory of Enduraplas water catchment tanks in South Brewster County! Available sizes: 100 to 5000 gallon. Tanks are Tax Exempt and come with a 10 year warranty. We also sell larger, metal Pioneer tanks (up to 27,000 gallons) which come with a 20 year warranty. Valves, pumps and filters also available. Delivery and installation available. Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge. Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3094 (office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT AGENDA FOR MARCH 19
http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Regular-Commissioners-Court-Meeting-Agenda-01.23.2024.pdf

MASSAGE
Locals' "Slow Flow" Yoga Class - every Tuesday in Ghost Town at St Inez Church.  9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Suggested donation $5/person. Please bring your own Mat. Taught by Kate Healy, certified yoga instructor.  

Local Residents & Seasonal Workers - $1/minute Massage Therapy  Every Tues: 12-6 @ Ruins Terlingua (off Kempf Road) & Every Wed: 12-6 @ Jackassflats Arena Lounge (behind Little Burro store). Schedule by Text (731) 699-0509. All Tips above 10% go into a Massage Scholarship Fund for Locals.  Please inquire if in need. Kate Healy Dykes, LMT - Tx Lic #135433 www.magicmesamassage.com

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ART IN ALPINE
BBAC's next show:  “Dark Skies” is coming up soon!

FOOD BANK
Just got word from the Food Bank.  Big Truck is down this coming week.  Food Distribution will be the following week. Truck is coming in on Wednesday March 27 and distribution will be Thursday March 28. We will be closed on Good Friday.

 The Terlingua Moon  

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Come see us at the Saturday Community Market from 10:00-1:00.  Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're there every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items.

Fresh eggs, local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, Zoey's leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, including Kim's, many made with local stones, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel, Sandy's super cute pop-up shop and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here. Indeed, lately, chess players have been meeting up for a game or two or three or..   We welcome new vendors. Flea market items are also welcome.  After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green. We ask for a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us. For more information, text or call 432.213.1863, email SherriTheWriter@aol.com or pop into the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence.  (A quick, easy, and affordable online course can provide that).

==Please help keep our market space safe and comfortable for all, two-legged and four, by keeping all dogs leashed and under control. We look forward to seeing you there.

 Espresso ... y poco mas
Where locals and Spring break visitors gather for breakfast and lunch in the Ghost Town!  Homecooked menu and great Big Bend Roasters coffee.  We have freshly bakes blueberry muffins, delicious cinnamon rolls and more sweets from CC’s bakery !!  Newspapers,  strong Wi-Fi and spectacular views.. A great place for food and conversation with a menu for everyone..  Call 432 371 3044 for to go orders.

 Taqueria El Milagro
Terlingua's street tacos go to with great Mexican food from authentic recipes and side dishes big enough for a meal.  Steaks and more. Open from 3 pm until 9 pm every day this week.  Call  432 371-2060  for take-out via our drive through window.  Fun seating with beautiful views for dining in and BYOB!

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meeting: if you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 7:30 Thursday evening at the Big Bend Church, just north of the post office.

 EARTH & FIRE GALLERY
For the month of March, we welcome guest artist Lori Griffin. Come on down and check out her beautiful artwork!  Reception will be March 16 from 5p-8 pm.

 Artist Spotlight at the Starlight, features Tony Drewry!  Full time adventurist, part time musician documenting his life thru a lens camera. Come see and buy his artwork from March 11th thru April 15th.

 3/13 & 3/14 & 3/15 -- Tour of Outer Space
Hosted by Dr. Ottum on the Bad Rabbit Cafe Patio
8pm-9:30pm.   Come get starry-eyed while learning about stars, planets, comets, galaxies, science and more underneath the night sky! View one of the darkest skies in the world through high-powered binoculars and astrophotography equipment on-site. Questions and curiosity encouraged! This event is free, family friendly and open to all visitors and ages (weather permitting).

 It WILL Rain Again!  Will you be ready? ��
TanksALot Terlingua has the largest inventory of Enduraplas water catchment tanks in South Brewster County!        Available sizes:  100 to 5000 gallons  Tanks are Tax Exempt and come with a 10-year warrantee. We also sell larger, metal Pioneer tanks (up to 27,000 gallons) which come with a 20-year warrantee. Valves, pumps, and filters also available.  Delivery and installation available. Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.  Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3094 (office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

 Need to have 1000 gal of water hauled from Alpine to within 100 miles of Alpine?  Contact us (432) 371-2999 to make an appointment or visit our website for more information. https://shiflethouse.com

 Locals ' Slow Flow' Yoga Class - every Tuesday in Ghost Town at St Inez Church.  9:30-10:30am Suggested Donation $5/person. Please bring your own Mat. Taught by Kate Healy, certified yoga instructor. 

Local Residents & Seasonal Workers $1 a minute Massage Therapy  

Every Tues: 12-6 @ Ruins Terlingua (off Kempf Road) & Every Wed: 12-6 @ Jackassflats Arena Lounge (behind Little Burro store). Schedule by Text (731) 699-0509. All Tips above 10% go into a Massage Scholarship Fund for Locals.  Please inquire if in need. Kate Healy Dykes, LMT - Tx Lic #135433 www.magicmesamassage.com

Going’s On!!!
 Boathouse:
Hogan & Moss & Hancock
With Marc Utter
 March 17 - 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Happy Hour was never so Happy!

 Bad Rabbit Cafe:
Hogan & Moss & Hancock
With Marc Utter
Monday, March 18
6:00 to 9:00 pm
And:
One last Saturday!
Saturday, March 30.
All shows 6:00 to 9:00pm

DB’s BBQ:
Hogan & Moss & Hancock
With Marc Utter
Thursday, March 21st 5 to 7 pm

 Chili Pepper Café
Hogan & Moss
Saturday, March 23
5:30 to 7:30 pm

 The Cactus Farm
Full Moon Ramble
Hogan & Moss & Hancock
With Marc Utter
Monday March 25th
6:00 pm

 Boathouse
Hogan & Moss & Hancock
With Marc Utter
Friday, March 29th
8 to 11 pm

French Grocery, Marathon:
Hogan & Moss
Friday March 15th - 7 pm

 The Ritchey, Alpine
Hogan & Moss
Saturday, March 16 - 7 to 10 pm

 

Here is a list of events this month:
Thursday, March 7th, 7:30pm:
"A Yellow Rose in Scotland"  SRSU Concert Choir Performance-First United Methodist Church, 208 E. Sul Ross Ave in Alpine
Friday, March 8th, 6:30pm:
"A Yellow Rose in Scotland"  SRSU Concert Choir Performance-First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Columbia St. in Marfa
Wednesday, March 13th, 11am:
"All About Art", Alpine Public Library Community Room.  Join fellow artists and bring in your artwork, in progress and completed for ideas, inspiration and support
Saturday, March 16th:
Paint out group meets at CDRI, 9am to noon.
Sunday, March 17th:
BBAC Members' Meeting, 2pm at 933 E. Gallego Ave (Food Pantry Building)

Ongoing monthly events:
*Talent Art:   Figure Classes is back to Thursday evening 102 N. 8th street & Holland. $20.00/session, $10 for BBAC and Seniors.  

Your first time is free!  Contact Kaci Fullwood
206-619-4699    for more information.

*March 4 through April 5:
Alex Ferante and partner Brynn will have a show of their work at the Sul Ross Gallery ---with a closing reception on April 5, and a Sculpture and Mark Making Workshop on April 6. 

*February 29 through April 16:
R3 Recyclables Art Show at Gallery On The Square

February 28 through April 15:
Carol Fairlie, "Fluidity"

CatchLight Art Gallery
 PASTEL WORKSHOP:
Award winning pastel artist Karen Margulis will be teaching a three-day workshop at The Palette Club in Midland, October 7-9, 2024.
For more info on Karen:
 https://www.karenmargulis.com/
To sign up:
https://www.paletteclubmidland.com/2024-october.html

Upcoming Plein Air workshop:
An intro to plein air painting
• Equipment
• Techniques
• Pros and Cons
• How to critique your work (plein air and studio)
• The workshop will feature talks, demos and hands-on painting with supervision/instruction in the great outdoors
• A working knowledge of landscape painting is required. The student should understand the basics of composition, value, linear and aerial perspective, color, shape, line, and edges.
• All mediums are welcome. Bring your own supplies.
• Cost: $85 This includes lunch on Saturday 4/13.
• Optional: An outdoor painting session Sunday, 4/14, with instruction and a group critique, if any students want to paint some more. No extra charge.
• Interested? Questions? Email Liz at lizbartlettculpfineart@gmail.com
• You will be provided with a supply list and a detailed workshop schedule when you sign up.
• Or Venmo Liz at lizbartlettculpfineart
to see this info on the website and pay, you can visit:  https://www.bigbendartscouncil.org/plein-air-workshop

Terlingua Moon - Vol. 35, No. 10 - March 4, 2024

TERLINGUA MOON
March 4, 2024                    
by Terlingua Thinking Team

"Democracy is based upon the conviction there are extraordinary possibilities in ordinary people." - Harry Emerson Fosdick

MARCH 5 IS PRIMARY ELECTION DAY
PEOPLE, PEOPLE, PEOPLE . . . the primary elections are here.  Early voting for Precincts 5, 6 & 7 has been dismal!  Less than 1% have voted in this election.  Get out there and vote Texans! Don't let a small percentage of people make big decisions that impact all of us. Primary Election Day is Tuesday, March 5th.

The primaries are important because this is your chance to decide what candidates from your party will be on the ballot in November.  Sample ballots for both parties are available from the Brewster County Elections Information website: http://www.brewstercountytx.com/vote/.  Information on candidates is available from a number of locations including https://www.vote411.org/ballot.  Remember, you cannot use your cell phone while voting but you can write down your choices and take that with you to the booth.

ELECTION DAY POLL LOCATIONS

PRECINCT 5
PANTHER JUNCTION VISITOR’S CENTER
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 7:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.

PRECINCTS 6 & 7
RED PATTILLO COMMUNITY CENTER
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 7:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Bring your photo ID and VOTE!! Your future depends on it.

COME HEAR THE GAUCHO STORIES
For any interested parties, This Thursday evening (March 7) at 6:00pm at the Cinnabar Theatre, I (Farmer) will be hosting a Recap/Q and A/Slideshow of her recent adventure racing horses in the Gaucho Derby in Patagonia last month. The outpouring of love and support from this community before, during, and after the race was very special to me and I can't thank you all enough. Come see me on Thursday and I'll tell you all about time-traveling and the wild shenangians had in the land of the Gauchos. BYOB and BYOQ (bring questions!). And as always, don't be afraid to come in your finest wigs and hats or your other favorite costume pieces or other esteemed outfits collecting dust in your closet. We're aiming to have a good time <3 (If you can’t make it, it will (hopefully) be recorded).

EARTH & FIRE GALLERY
For the month of March we welcome guest artist Lori Griffin. Come on down and check out her beautiful artwork! Reception will be March 16 from 5p-8p.

SIGN UP FOR NEW HEALTH PROGRAM
Do you (or someone you know) need help managing a chronic health condition? What about managing your prescribed medications?

The new COMMUNITY PARAMEDICINE program at Terlingua Fire & EMS can help you understand your health condition(s), regain independence, and improve your overall health!

Sign up today for this FREE program! Call TFEMS at 432-371-2536 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

COMMUNITY GARDEN
Come see us at the Saturday Community Market from 10:00-1:00.  Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're there every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items.

Fresh eggs, local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, Zoey's leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, including Kim's, many made with local stones, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel, Sandy's super cute pop-up shop, Val's pastry cart and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here. Indeed, lately, chess players have been meeting up for a game or two or three or...

We welcome new vendors. Flea market items are also welcome. After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green. We ask a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us. For more information, text or call 432.213.1863, email SherriTheWriter@aol.com or pop in to the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence. (A quick, easy and affordable online course can provide that).

Please help keep our market space safe and comfortable for all, two-legged and four, by keeping all dogs leashed and under control. We look forward to seeing you there.

MILKY WAY TREATS
Milky Way Treats Saturday morning bakery cart will be open at the Community Garden, every Saturday morning, 10am-sell out. Come by and see what’s cookin'! The ice cream trailer at The Boathouse is open Saturday-Monday, 4pm-9pm. Stop by for a cool treat! Thank you for your support, Terlingua!

TERLINGUA RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS’ POTLUCK
Please join your friends and neighbors at the monthly Property Owners’ Potluck the first Thursday of each month in the Bunkhouse.  This month’s potluck will be Thursday, March 7, 6:00 pm.  Please bring a dish to share.  The ranch will provide plates, cutlery, ice tea, and water.  For more information, call Marilynn at 432.371.2194.

TERLINGUA STAR PARTY
Join us Wednesday, April 3 for a celebration of Terlingua's dark skies at the ball fields at Canyon View Community Park.  Professional and amateur astronomers will give a tour of the night sky and provide telescope views during this free community event for International Dark Sky Week.

Event opens with booths and concession from Milky Way Treats at 8 pm, stargazing begins at 8:45 pm and ends by 10:30 pm.  You are encouraged to bring your own seating or chairs.  Please be considerate when using flashlights and other light sources during the event.

Thank you to Big Bend Citizens Alliance, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Big Bend National Park, McDonald Observatory, and DarkSky International for their time and support in this event.

MANY STONES
Ring at Many Stones has lots of new beans and spices.Needing to downsize. I have 40 egg
incubator, propane fridge. several electric chain saws, assorted water filters, pet carrier boxes,
found second banjo, 2 guitars, unused electric generator runs on gas or propane, Ten 150 watt
solar panels, electric garden tiller new unused, window AC unit used only one year. Lots of
new silver rings some with nice stones, new necklaces and lots of other items. Come check it
all out.

HAM RADIO LICENSE CLASS -- Charlie (N5CET) will be teaching a class to obtain your Technician Class Ham Radio License.  

March 3- April 28, Sunday afternoons 2-4 pm (skipping Easter)
Alpine Public Library  (meet in the parking lot at 1:45)
more info, email wa5roe@juno.com

BAD RABBIT
3/7/24
Tour of Outer Space
Hosted by Dr. Ottum on the Bad Rabbit Cafe Patio
7pm-8:30pm

Come get starry-eyed while learning about stars, planets, comets, galaxies, science and more underneath the night sky! View one of the darkest skies in the world through high-powered binoculars and astrophotography equipment on-site. Questions and curiosity encouraged! This event is free, family friendly and open to all visitors and ages (weather permitting).

3/8/24
Tour of Outer Space
Hosted by Dr. Ottum on the Bad Rabbit Cafe Patio
7pm-8:30pm

Come get starry-eyed while learning about stars, planets, comets, galaxies, science and more underneath the night sky! View one of the darkest skies in the world through high-powered binoculars and astrophotography equipment on-site. Questions and curiosity encouraged! This event is free, family friendly and open to all visitors and ages (weather permitting).

3/9/24
Live Music with Hogan & Moss at the Bad Rabbit Cafe
6pm-8:30pm

Bunkhouse Game Night (located under the Bad Rabbit Cafe)
2pm-10pm
Join us for a night of fun and games in the Bunkhouse at Terlingua Ranch Lodge (under the Bad Rabbit Cafe) with Monopoly, Uno, Twister, Sorry, Shuffleboard and more! Feel free to bring your own to share. Open to the public, all ages welcome. Drinks and snacks available for purchase.

CHILI PEPPER CAFE
Music 5:30-8:30

3/1 Blind Squirrel
3/8 Weird Old America
3/9 Moses Martinez
3/15 Moses Martinez
3/16 Moonshiners
3/23 Weird Old America
3/29 Moses Martinez
3/30 Bryn Moore

All March Sunday Matinee
11:30-2:30

STARLIGHT THEATRE
Music usually starts at 6:00.
3/4 - Jerome Efraim
3/8 & 3/9 - The Martin Brothers
3/5- Moonshiners - Roadrunners RV
3/6 - Landscapes and Night Skies Photo Tour - BBNP
3/7 - Kimmi Bitter & Westside Twang

LONG DRAW PIZZA
Wing Wednesday and Chess Club every Wednesday
3/6 - Caleb Wilbourn
3/7 - Dave Christen

BOATHOUSE
The music usually starts around 8 p.m., except Sundays, when there are often two bands.
3/4 - The Whitmores
3/6 - Cory Cross
3/7 - The Moonshiners
3/8 - Keegan McInroe
3/9 - Bill Palmer
3/10 - Dave Christen 5-7, NaniByrd 8-11
3/11 - Alex Teller
3/12 - Rory Hancock Band
3/13 - Open Mic

DB'S RUSTIC IRON BBQ
3/9 - Dave Christen
            
OTRA VEZ THRIFT STORE HOURS
Wed. and Sat. 9 a.m. to noon - open.

PORCH
As it happens - Mostly Sunday and Wednesday afternoons on The Porch - pickers' jam - Just show up, start playing, and maybe more will come!

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS
Where locals and visitors gather for breakfast and lunch in the Ghost Town!  Homecooked menu and great Big Bend Roasters coffee. We have freshly bakes blueberry muffins, delicious cinnamon rolls and  more sweets from CC’s bakery !!  Newspapers,  strong wifi and spectacular views.. A great place for food and conversation with a menu for everyone. .  Call 432 371 3044 for to go orders. .

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Terlingua's street tacos with great Mexican food from authentic recipes and side dishes big enough for a meal.  Steaks and more.Wednesday through Sunday -3 pm until 9 pm.   Call  432 371-2060  for take out via our drive through window.  Fun seating with beautiful views for dining in and BYOB!   

LOCALS FLEA MARKET
Located in La Kiva parking lot. 10 a.m.  No early birds.  All welcome to set up.  No fee. Val will be there with cinnamon rolls, kolaches, biscuits and more.

BUSY SPRING BREAK EXPECTED AT BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK

Spring in the Chihuahuan Desert lures many visitors to remote West Texas, especially during the months of March and April. Big Bend is experiencing record visitation and those who anticipate spending spring break 2024 in the park will need to plan ahead and be prepared.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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING IN TERLINGUA
If you have, or think you might have, a drinking problem, we meet at 7:30 Thursday evening at the Big Bend Church, just north of the Post Office.

BIWEEKLY YOGA CLASS BY SUSANNAH AT CACTUS FARM
Beginners Yoga starts back on Tuesday, March 5th at the Cactus Farm at 6 pm.  It is free, but donations are welcomed. Easy poses and stretching in a calm soothing environment. Come join me every Tuesday & Thursday. Note:  There will be no classes Spring Break, March 10th thru the 16th. Please share this event with your friends. Thank you for encouraging me to keep moving.

HOUSEKEEPING JOB
Great opportunity for year-round locals

We are hiring for housekeeping positions.
- Serious inquires only.
- Must be legal to work.
- Average pay is $30 an hour.
- Daily access to internet or cell service required.
- You must supply your own vehicle. High clearance preferred, 4x4 is a huge advantage
- Interview and paid training period included.

Job sites we are hiring for are halfway between Study Butte and Terlingua Ranch.

If you are interested or have any questions call or text Molly @ 315-778-6059

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD
Everyone is invited to a Winter Concert and Folklorico Dance Performance. Wednesday, March 7th at 5pm at the Gym. Free Admission.

SANTA INEZ-TERLINGUA GHOSTTOWN CHURCH
Holy Eucharist service with Rev. Katie on Wednesday the 7th at 5:30pm. All are welcome.

WATER CATCHMENT TANKS
It WILL Rain Again! Will you be ready? TanksALot Terlingua has the largest inventory of Enduraplas water catchment tanks in South Brewster County! Available sizes: 100 to 5000 gallon. Tanks are Tax Exempt and come with a 10 year warranty. We also sell larger, metal Pioneer tanks (up to 27,000 gallons) which come with a 20 year warranty. Valves, pumps and filters also available. Delivery and installation available. Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge. Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3094 (office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT AGENDA FOR MARCH 5
http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Regular-Commissioners-Court-Meeting-Agenda-01.23.2024.pdf

MASSAGE
Local Residents & Seasonal Workers - $1/minute Massage Therapy available Every Tues: 12-6 @ Ruins Terlingua (off Kempf Road) & Every Wed: 12-6 @ Jackassflats Arena Lounge (behind Little Burro store). Schedule by Text (731) 699-0509 or by PM on FB/IG, Search "Kate Healy." Also, Tips above 10% go into a Massage Scholarship Fund for Locals.  Please inquire if you or someone you know is in need. Kate Healy Dykes, LMT - Tx Lic #135433 www.magicmesamassage.com

Local business and property owners are invited to consider the benefits of landscape rejuvenation including restoration of natural beauty and ecogical function without changing local character. Increasing native plants and transformimg stormwater runoff into an amenity while stopping erosion and providing habitat can also create inviting spaces that attract customers and promote a more vibrant streetscape and community. As a professional design firm serving land owners across America for the last 20 years, Eco-Logic is offering a FREE written strategy for any property. Visit www.ecologiclandscape.com to schedule one for your site.

THANK YOU
Looks like the word has gotten out. I don't go to the post office often, but I was there today. The bookshelves for the free book swap sure look great! Just books on shelves, no boxes lining the wall. Thanks, friends and neighbors, for doing your part!
(I posted a while back about the mess in the lobby after a chat with Lisa. She was ready to chuck it all.)