The Terlingua Moon - 25 November 2024 -- Vol. 35, #48

TERLINGUA MOON
November 25, 2024                    
by Terlingua Thinking Team

"I genuinely hope that… anti-trans folks someday experience the joy and liberation of being comfortable in your own skin enough to know that the liberation of others is no threat to you. Equality is not a pie; there is more than enough for everyone." – Charlotte Clymer, writer, military veteran, transgender activist.

"Practice corporeal politics. Power wants your body softening in your chair and your emotions dissipating on the screen. Get outside. Put your body in unfamiliar places with unfamiliar people. Make new friends and march with them." - Timothy Snyder, On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century

TERLINGUA BURLESQUE
Our first two shows are just two short weeks away at the Cinnabar Theatre! Your tickets are waiting for you at www.terlinguaburlesque.com Dec 6 and 7, 8:00 p.m. Also, Dec 20 and 21.

AMERICAN LEGION -- THE LAST OUTPOST
Taco Tuesday! $10 a plate. Menu: birria tacos, chicken tinga tacos, shrimp tacos, Mexican rice. Mix & match 3 tacos and rice. Canteen opens at 2:00 p.m.  Tacos start at 5:00 p.m., till gone.

MUSIC LISTINGS

STARLIGHT
Mon, Nov. 25 - Blind Squirrel
Tue, Nov 26 - Simon Flory
Wed, Nov 27 - Alex Teller
Thur, Nov 28 - Juniper Djinn, Thanksgiving dinner 5:00 p.m., $24.
Fri, Nov 29 - Bill Palmer and Wayne Sutton
Sat, Nov 30 - Chris Beall
Mon, Dec 2 - The Whitmores

TEMPLE OF THE BIRD
aka Mike Minnick's house
Mon, Nov 25 - Peso Supreme, Unplugged, 6:00 p.m. Free beer, nacho bar, bring a chair.

DB'S
Sat, Nov 30 - Alex Teller

BOATHOUSE
Wed, Nov. 27 - Open Mic hosted by Rory Hancock
Thur, Nov. 28 - The Hand Lookers (Tony Drewery & Friends)
Fri, Nov 29 - Alex Teller
Sat, Nov 30 - Bill Palmer & Family & Wayne Sutton
Sun, Dec 1 - NaniByrd

LONG DRAW
Fri, Nov 29 - Terry Lee, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Sat, Nov 30 - D.B. Rouse, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. The Hobo Returns!!

ROADRUNNER
Tues, Nov 26 - Peso Supreme, 6:00

TERLINGUA RANCH LODGE & BAD RABBIT CAFÉ
 Tues, Nov 26 - Taco Tuesday 2:00 p.m  to closing time.
We all know that tacos make the world go 'round. The Cafe's Taco Tuesdays are still a thing, so come on down and get your grub on. Life's too short to say no to tacos!
Wed., Nov 27 -  The Bad Rabbit Unplugged, 6:00 until "the jams end" on the Cafe Patio
Calling all local musicians! Join us for a casual evening of music-making under the stars on the Bad Rabbit Cafe patio. $1 off select beers. All levels welcome - whether you play, sing, or tap your toes, there's a spot for you in the pickin' circle!
Thur., Nov 28 -  Thanksgiving Celebration 11:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Cafe.
Begin your day of thanks by getting stuffed! "Dinner" is served with your choice of one meat and two sides for $15.99. Most of the traditional options will be available as choices. Reservation preferred for groups of SIX OR MORE. Call (432) 371-2244.
Fr., Nov 29 -  Karaoke,  5:00-8:00 in the Bunkhouse. Welcoming seasoned performers and first-timers! Come out to sing your favorite songs or crowd favorites and fill the desert air with Terlingua-rrific tunes. Watch football on the big screen in the Bunkhouse!  

THANKSGIVING DINNER OPTIONS:

STUDY BUTTE RV PARK
Thur. Nov 28 - We won't let a little bent post keep us from throwing the best Thanksgiving Potluck in town! Join us on Thanksgiving at 1:00 p.m. at Study Butte RV Park for deep-fried turkey. Bring a side if you can. Everyone is welcome-friends, enemies, frenemies, even family!  Bring your drink and let's share a meal! Free of charge.

BAD RABBIT
Thur., Nov 28 -  Thanksgiving Celebration 11:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Cafe.
Begin your day of thanks by getting stuffed! "Dinner" is served with your choice of one meat and two sides for $15.99.

AMERICAN LEGION -- THE LAST OUTPOST
Thur., Nov 28, 5:00 p.m., 51470 SH 118, near Cactus Farm. We will have turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, peanut butter pie, deviled eggs and green bean casserole. Bring your favorite dish that's not on the list to share. Free of charge.

CHILI PEPPER CAFÉ
Thur., Nov 28, 11:00 a.m. Turkey, ham, dressing, gravy, mashed potato, green beans, corn, sweet potato, cold salad, zucchini salad, dinner rolls, green salad, pumpkin pie, carrot cake, chocolate cake. $15.95.

HIGH SIERRA
Thur., Nov 28, noon to 9:00 p.m. Garlic herb turkey & gravy, savory sweet mango glazed ham, hmemade stuffing, broccoli rice casserole, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes with marshmallows, mashed red potatoes with chives, cranberry sauce, fresh butter rolls, traditional pumpkin pie, apple cobbler. $25 To go order for six or more only, and can be ordered ahead of time.

STARLIGHT
Thur., Nov 28, 5:00 p.m.  Mesquite smoked turkey, glazed ham, green chile cornbread dressing, giblet gravy, mashed sweet potatoes, classic green bean casserole, orange cranberry sauce, homemade pecan pie and pumpkin pie. Adults $24, children $12.

ALL YOU NEED TO ATTEND AA MEETING IS A DESIRE TO QUIT
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.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA SCHOOL
Happy Thanksgiving Break Paisano Families!
Junior High UIL students will go to their District 9 competition in Balmorhea on December 4th. 5th-8th grade Paisanos will compete in the following events: Prose Interpretation, Chess Puzzle, Ready Writing, Spelling, Social Studies, Calculator, Maps, Graphs, and Charts, Mathematics, Dictionary Skills, Number Sense, and Listening. Thank you to their Coordinator, Joyce Baumann. Go Paisanos! Junior High basketball teams will travel to Alpine for a game on December 5th. High School basketball teams will host Dell City for our 2nd Home Game. Come support your hometown Paisanas and Paisanos. Games will start at 4:30pm. Big Bend High School's robotics team, #11720 The Purobots, will travel to El Paso on December 7th for their 2nd Meet at Montwood High School.

SANTA INEZ-TERLINGUA GHOSTOWN CHURCH
11/27-no service
12/4-Holy Eucharist at 5:30pm

ENJOY OUR 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 here every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items.

Local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here. Milky Way pastry cart will be open at 10:00 a.m. till sell-out!

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
The Milky Way Treats Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this weekend, 10 a.m. till sell- out! Stop by for a delicious cinnamon roll, slice of cake or some homemade granola. The ice cream trailer will be open as well, Saturday through Monday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Gracias Terlingua

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS
Open normal hours over the Thanksgiving holiday. Best coffee in town and home-cooked breakfasts and lunches. Freshly baked pastries and more. All coffee drinks, and smoothies.   Strong wifi, newspapers and fantastic views. 432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.  A local landmark where both locals and visitors gather.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
The Ghost Town's favorite spot for authentic Mexican recipes including amazing street tacos! Open regular hours all through the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Huge side dishes and steaks. An area to go. Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window. BYOB and have a party!

TERLINGUA RECYCLING
Another good day. Quite busy and our customers are really learning how to park! And we even got some nice goodies from a very nice couple. Ended up with two truck loads. But we won't be open next week because of the holiday. So we should be back on Dec. 7. Hard to believe it will be December though.

ALPINE RECYCLING
The Hal Flanders Recycling Center will be closed ALL of next week for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Wed., Nov. 27 - Sat., Nov. 30 We will return to our regular schedule on: Wed., Dec. 4 - 9:00 - 5:00 (last load 4:50).

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA
Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation
Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.
Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3094 (office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
Their website is currently down, but once it's fixed, you can go to it and see what they've got on the agenda for this Tuesday's meeting at 9:30 a.m., or you can view the attached agenda. https://www.brewstercountytx.com/

Or you can stream the meeting live on Facebook.

 The Terlingua Moon

 19 November  2024 --Vol. 35 #47 

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Musical Schedules

Starlight

11/21 - Bill Palmer

11/22 - Blind Squirrel

11/23 - Moses Martinez

11/24 - Feathered Mason

11/25 - Blind Squirrel

11/26 - Simon Flory

11/27 - Alex Teller

Boathouse

11/20 - Open Mic with Rory Hancock

11/21 - Blind Squirrel

11/22 - Bill Palmer

11/23 - Sierra Turko

11/24 - Jessica Fleet Trio 5:30, Miles Adams, 8:00

Roadrunner RV Park

11/26 - Peso Supreme

Chili Pepper Cafe

11/23 - Scott Walker, 6:30

DB's

11/20 - Nanibyrd

Taqueria El Milagro

The Ghost Town's favorite spot for authentic Mexican recipes including amazing street tacos! Huge side dishes and steaks. An area to go. Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window. BYOB and have a party!

Espresso ... y poco mas

Best coffee in town and home-cooked breakfasts and lunches. Freshly baked pastries and more. All coffee drinks, and smoothies.   Strong wifi, newspapers and fantastic views. 432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.  A local landmark where both locals and visitors gather.

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.

Paisano Post from Terlingua School

Congratulations to Team #11720, competing in the 1st Meet of their season. Those representing our school: Brooke, Luna, Philip, Bailey, Asa, Desiree, Brayan T., David, and Melody. For some perspective on the epic-ness of our students' abilities and the robotics program, under the direction of Brad Anthenat: 

4th place Big Bend High School-Terlingua- 37 students

1st and 2nd place: Montwood High School-El Paso- 2,580 students

3rd and 8th place: El Dorado High School-El Paso- 2,217 students 

5th and 15th place teams: Cathedral High School-El Paso (private $8-9k tuition) 

6th place: Da Vinci School for Sciences and Arts (charter)-El Paso 590 students 

9th place: Home School team from El Paso 

11th place: Americas High School-El Paso- 2,195 students 

12th and 14th teams: Van Horn-129 students

16th place: Pebble Hills High School-El Paso-2,931 students  

17th place Loretto Academy (private ~$8k tuition) 

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church

3rd Wednesday at 5:30pm-Bible Study service. All are welcome.

Handouts available in English and Spanish.

Come see us at the Saturday Community Market from 10:00-1:00. Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're here 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, leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, block printed textiles and vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel 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.

Terlingua Recycling

Well, our wonderful customers are getting better about their parking. So that's good. Unfortunately we got absolutely zero brownies or cookies. But I don't really need any but Dave does. Anyway, we'll be there again this Saturday, Nov. 23. But next week is Thanksgiving week so we'll be closed then.  From Robert.  Hours 9-11.

Thanksgiving Potluck

at the American Legion Post 653, 5147 S. Hwy 118

November 28, 2024      1700   (5 pm)

Bring your favorite dish that’s not on the list to share

We will have:  Turkey, Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Pumpkin Bread, Peanut Butter Pie, Deviled Eggs, Cinnamon Apple Pie, Green Bean Casserole and Potato Salad

UPCOMING EVENTS @ BAD RABBIT CAFE & BUNKHOUSE

November 23rd

Movie Night - Tower Heist @ 7:00PM-9:00PM in the Bunkhouse

Featuring a star-studded cast, Tower Heist has plenty of laughs, unexpected twists, and edge-of-your-seat moments. It's a perfect mix of comedy and action for a fun night out! Come by the Bunkhouse and enjoy complimentary popcorn. Drinks, candy and chips are available for purchase.

November 28th 

Thanksgiving Celebration @ 11:00AM-2:00PM at the Cafe

Begin your day of thanks by getting stuffed! "Dinner" is served with your choice of one meat and two sides for $15.99. Most of the traditional options will be available as choices. Reservation preferred for groups of SIX OR MORE. Call (432) 371-2244.

November 29th 

Karaoke @ 5:00-8:00 PM in the Bunkhouse. Welcoming seasoned performers and first-timers! Come out to sing your favorite songs or crowd favorites and fill the desert air with Terlingua-rrific tunes.

You're Invited! Border Friends Forever  Fundraiser Join us for a fun night of community, food, and fun! All proceeds go towards supporting Border Friends Forever and our mission in Boquillas and beyond!   Date: December 16. Time: 6 PM  Location: Temple of the bird ( Mike Minnick House)   Donation: Suggested $10 or $20 to enter the onesie competition (there will be a prize!!)  Food: Potluck Style/BYOB (bring a dish to share!)   Dress Code: Wear a Onesie! Come out, have a great time, and make a difference. Every bit helps!   PS no music lined up yet if anyone wants to play I won't be mad.

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA  Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation. Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.

Earth and Fire Gallery  Come join us in Alpine celebrating 31 years of Art Walk. Friday, November 22 and Saturday the 23rd. We’ll be located in our usual spot in Kishmish Plaza.  And Michele Billings is the featured artist for the whole show!  Lots more info at artwalkalpine.com

Don’t worry.  We’ll be at the Gallery in the Ghostown too!

Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend  I just want to give a giant THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEERS, without you today's community lunch  would not have been possible. It was a huge success. We fed over 100 people. The food was delicious and the gathering was so much fun.

So thanks to: Amy Law, Vinny Cimato, Anton Grellet-tinner, Antonio Guerrero, Jennifer Woolvin, Jill Kyzer, John Buck, Kathy Wisdom, Kim and David Auzerada, Cris and Kristie Fegley, Troy Sergent, Shaun Welland, Sarah Szabo, Katherine Ashburn, You guys and gals cooked, cleaned, served, and cleaned up again. It was awesome.  Mike and I totally appreciate you. Thank you, Deb.

Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend   Hello Terlingua, Food distribution week is here.  Due to the upcoming holiday the schedule is kinda out of sorts. The truck will be in on Wednesday the 20th, shout out to all of our volunteers who unload and pack.  Distribution will still be on Friday the 22nd from 10 am to 3:30 pm.  We can use all the help we can get for both days.  Thank you in advance.

With Heavy Hearts, We Share the Passing of Our Beloved Stan  

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stan, the beloved heart and soul behind Stan's Stuff - Little Mexico Treasures and Souvenirs. Stan wasn’t just a store owner; he was a friend, a storyteller, and a true lover of culture who poured his heart into every piece and every interaction. His passion for sharing the beauty and spirit of Little Mexico has touched countless lives in Terlingua and beyond.  To honor his memory and his legacy, we invite you to join us for a Celebration of Life, coming soon. Together, we will remember the joy he brought into our lives and the lasting impact he left on our community. Details to follow.          Thank you for being part of his journey. Your love and support meant the world to him, and we hope you’ll help us celebrate the incredible life of a man who will never be forgotten.  With love and gratitude, Till Stan we meet again!

Please see the link to agenda for the Special Commissioners Court Meeting on November 19, 2024.

Special Commissioners Court Meeting November 19, 2024

 https://www.brewstercounty.gov/upload/page/0072/Special%20Commissioners%20Court%20Meeting%20Agenda%20November%2019%202024.pdf

 

 TERLINGUA MOON

Vol 35 No 45         November 11, 2024        Million sMiles

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Agenda for the Brewster County Regular Commissioners Court Meeting on November 12, 2024.   

https://www.brewstercounty.gov/upload/page/0072/Brewster%20County%20Regular%20Commissioners%20Court%20Meeting%20November%2012%202024.pdf

Happy Veterans Day from Big Bend National Park! Today, we remember and honor all veterans who have given so much to our country. Veterans have been integral to Big Bend since its beginning—working on trails, preserving our wilderness, and guiding our park’s mission of conservation and discovery. Their contributions, both seen and unseen, have left a lasting impact on the park and our shared heritage.

To every veteran and their families, thank you for your sacrifice, service, and dedication. Your legacy lives on in Big Bend’s trails, vistas, and quiet places. We’re grateful for all you have done and continue to do.

Family Crisis center of the Big Bend community lunch/open house 

Free at FCCBB in Terlingua Ghost Town 

Turkey dressing, gravy, potatoes, etc. 

Friday 15 November 2024,

1230 to 3:30 PM 

Thanking the community for support 

hotline 1-800-8340654 phone 371-3147   se Habla Español 

Strengthening communities through empowering individuals.

Tax Assessor - Collector &  County Clerk  Office in Terlingua!!! 

Services Available:

• Vehicle Registration  • Property Tax Payments/ Questions 

• Land Recording   • Birth Certificates 

• Official Public Records 

• Assumed Name Certificates 

Where? When? Time? South Brewster County Emergency Response Center 23250 FM 170  Terlingua, Texas 79852 

Second & Fourth Wednesday of the Month 10 AM to 3 PM (Closed on Holidays) 

Tax Assessor/Collector 432-837-2214 County Clerk 432-837-3366

Earth and Fire Gallery

For the month of November we are featuring three Artists as well as celebrating our partner Artists.  Do drop by our place in the Ghostown between the Starlight and Espresso ... y poco mas.  

The Milky Way Treats 

Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this weekend, 10 AM till sell out! Stop by for a delicious cinnamon roll, slice of cake or some homemade granola. The ice cream trailer will be open as well, Saturday through Monday, 4 PM to 9 PM. Gracias Terlingua

Espresso ... y poco mas

Come to the Ghost Town for fresh homemade breakfast and lunch plus the best coffee in town. Freshly baked pastries and more.. All coffee drinks, and smoothies.   Strong wifi, newspapers and fantastic views. 

432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.  A local landmark and both locals and visitors gather.

Taqueria El Milagro

The Ghost Town's best spot for authentic Mexican recipes including amazing street tacos! Huge side dishes and steaks. An area favorite. Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window. BYOB and have a party!

Massage for Locals 

($1/minute) - BBV Mondays 1-8pm. JAF Arena Lounge Tues-Wed 1-8pm. Scholarships available. Just ask. Kate Healy, lmt    -thank u!Tx Lic #135433

The Big Bend Chamber of Commerce will be holding their monthly meeting November 14, 2024 at 6 PM at the Red Patillo Community Center. All are encouraged to attend!! For more information on the Chamber, events and local businesses please visit our website www.bigbendchamberofcommerce.com 

Big Bend Recycling

Another good day and another full truckload. And the customers behaved and actually made sure they parked correctly. Well, except for one couple who made it a point to park about 200 yards away just to try and really get us grouchy. But they made up for it with Brownies. Actually, we got Brownies, Cookies and a big Cinnamon Bun. Not a bad haul.  Guess we'll try it again next Saturday, Nov. 16.from Robert. 9-11

BIG BEND CITIZENS ALLIANCE

The BBCA will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, November 13th at the Red Pattillo Community Center, 201 Rex Ivey Rd, Study Butte. Join us for snacks at at 5:30 PM, and the meeting will begin at 6:00 PM. We are a 501(c)(3) public charity supporting the Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Cares, Terlingua Community Garden, Terlingua Recycles, Terlingua Visual Arts, Voices From Both Sides, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, and the South County Library Project. All are welcome to attend this public meeting. For more information, agenda, & minutes, please email secretary.bbca@gmail.com or text 432-244-7656.

UPCOMING EVENTS @ BAD RABBIT CAFE & BUNKHOUSE

November 28th 

Thanksgiving Celebration @ 11:00AM-2:00PM at the Cafe

Begin your day of thanks by getting stuffed! "Dinner" is served with your choice of one meat and two sides for $15.99. Most of the traditional options will be available as choices. Reservation preferred for groups of SIX OR MORE. Call (432) 371-2244.

November 12th,19th & 26th

Taco Tuesday @ 2:00PM at the Cafe   Why shouldn’t you trust tacos? Because they always spill the beans! The Cafe is serving up tacos so come on down and get your grub on. Life's too short to say no to tacos!

November 15th & 29th    Karaoke @ 5:00-8:00 PM in the Bunkhouse

Welcoming seasoned performers and first-timers! Come out to sing your favorite songs or crowd favorites and fill the desert air with Terlingua-rrific tunes.

The Big Bend Citizens Alliance is requesting proposals from independent contractors for their services operating the Big Bend Mobile Library in south Brewster County. In order for your proposal to be considered, your proposal must be received no later than November 18th, 2024. For more information, including the full text of the Request for Proposals, please email us at bookkeeper.bbca@gmail.com or visit www.BigBendCitizensAlliance.org, or call BBCA Treasurer Tonia MacComb at 432-584-9030 .

TEMPORARY CLOSURES FOR HERBICIDE APPLICATIONS

Tamarisk control efforts will occur November 11 - 12

A team will be cutting down and applying herbicide to invasive salt cedars (Tamarix spp.) in the Hot Springs area.  During this time, visitors may encounter a temporary closure along the river from Gravel Pit to Hot Springs Canyon.  Work is not expected to affect visitor access to the historic Hot Springs.

EXCITING NEWS! DarkSky International has released free templates to help local and regional governments adopt responsible outdoor lighting policies.

These new resources, grounded in the Five Principles of Responsible Outdoor Lighting, provide practical guidance to reduce light pollution–protecting wildlife, lowering energy costs, and enhancing community safety and well-being.

Developed with input from experts in lighting, ecology, and urban planning, these templates make it easier than ever to implement effective, sustainable lighting solutions with today's technology.

Cities, states, territories, and regions that adopt and implement these codes will also be able to apply for official recognition through our new DarkSky Recognized Codes and Statutes program.

These templates will officially launch this weekend at Under One Sky, DarkSky’s global conference! Join us on November 9 at 11:45 AM MST (6:45 PM UTC) to hear from our programs team on how to implement these tools and make a difference in your community.

Visit the link below to learn more about the templates and how to become DarkSky Recognized!

Link: https://bit.ly/3YYgAoE

Veterans Crisis line all hours    

Dial 988 and then press 1

If you are wondering or worried about the drought in Texas, go here:

waterdatafortexas.org

Some Upcoming Shows/Events in Terlingua

11/11 - Scott Walker Band - DB's

11/13 - Open Mic hosted by Rory Hancock - Boathouse

11/14 - Peso Supreme- Boathouse

11/17 - Bill Palmer - Roadrunner RV Park

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA

Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation

Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.

Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3094 (office) or 806-781-7814 (cell)

Much of Terlingua is barren, dry, eroded, and shadeless due to fairly recent deforestation and over-grazing, but it's contemporary natural state is forested savannah.  There are specific techniques that easily restore native trees, grasses, shrubs, perennials, forbs, and ground covers - without irrigation, fertilizer, or soil amendments!  

Eco-Logic can help you do this for your property without needing to buy plants, irrigate, or amend soil.  Having gained 20 years professional landscape architecture and permaculture design experience as well as holding a graduate degree in landscape architecture and a permaculture design certification, Eco-Logic offers a free written permaculture strategy or special on-site consultations to help local landowners restore their property to its best ecological health possible.

  You'd be surprised! 

Visit https://www.ecologiclandscape.com/free-strategy to sign up.

EcoLogic Permaculture & Landscape Design has been sought out nationwide since 2004 for the professional combination of permaculture and landscape architecture.

https://www.ecologiclandscape.com Best Permaculture Landscape Design Firm in the Western U.S. by Build Magazine's Architecture Awards, 2023.

Best Permaculture Design Firm in the USA by New World Report's North American Business Awards, 2022.

Certified Eco-Biz since 2007.

H.O.P.E.S. National Ecological Design Competition First Place, 2005.

Did you know? Big Bend national Park is the only national park in the United States that contains an entire mountain range within its borders that those mountains are fully contained within the park and offers stunning views, diverse wildlife, and unique hiking opportunities

Paisano Post from Terlingua School

Friday, November 15th, come cheer on your hometown Paisanos and Paisanas for their 1st home game. Pep Rally will be at the gym at 1:30pm and the basketball games will start at 4pm. A concession stand will be available.

Jadene of Harmonic Artworks visited the elementary students to teach them how to do a fabric craft using glue and yarn. The students now have unique pencil holders which they created themselves.

Thank you veterans and community members for coming to our Veterans' Day program.

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church

2nd Wednesdays-November 13th at 5:30pm:Rosary Prayer Service

Rosary beads and Prayer Sheets in English and Spanish are available.

Full moon potluck @ Cactus Farm this Friday the 15th! Full moonshiners band including Roger Moon, Marc Utter, Butch Hancock and me! No cover, byob, but if you plan to eat, please bring a dish to share! 6:30 potluck diner time and 7:00 music. Come listen and dance!

Vol. 35, No. 45, November 5, 2024

 

Terlingua Moon

Volume 35, No. 45

November 5, 2024
by FreeBird

 

“So long as the people do not care to exercise their freedom, those who wish to tyrannize will do so; for tyrants are active and ardent, and will devote themselves in the name of any number of gods, religious and otherwise to put shackles upon sleeping men.” – Voltaire

VOTE!

ELECTION DAY NOVEMBER 5, 2024 – Polls will be open for voting from 7 am to 7 pm.  On Election Day, you MUST vote in the precinct where you are registered.  Check your voter registration card if you are unsure of which precinct you are registered in.  Polling places are as follows:

Precinct 5 – BBNP Panther Junction Visitor Center

Precinct 6 & 7 – Terlingua Red Pattillo Community Center, off Hwy 118

Precinct 1 – Assembly of God Fellowship Hall 1802 N Hwy 118 (across from Alpine high School)

Precinct 2 – Judge Val Clark Beard Conference Room, 203 N 7th St Alpine

Precinct 3 – Marathon Community Center, 2nd & Ave E, Marathon

Precinct 4 – Alpine Civic Center, 803 W Holland Ave

Precinct 8 -  Food Pantry, 933 East Gallego, Alpine

You must present one of the following acceptable forms of photo ID:

§  Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety

§  Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS

§  Texas Personal Identification Card issued by DPS

§  Texas Handgun License issued by DPS

§  United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph

§  United States Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph

§  United States Passport (book or card)

Electioneering is not allowed within 100 feet of any polling location.  Shirts and caps with political messages, whether or not on this year’s ballot, are not allowed.  If your vehicle has any political stickers, please remove them or be prepared to park beyond the 100’ distance markers.

NOW STREAMING ON YouTube ‑‑ The Brewster County Commissioners Court sessions will now be streamed live on YouTube. We encourage everyone to subscribe to our channel using the provided link:

https://youtube.com/@brewstercounty1?si=J0a9G1wj7qev9Hew

IMPORTANT NOTICE ‑‑ concerning Terlingua Ranch Mailboxes.  To help the post office better serve our community and improve the mail delivery process, it has been requested that all property owners ensure the mailboxes on Terlingua Ranch Road clearly display visible address information.  Updating your mailbox with legible road-facing information will help streamline mail service and reduce the chance of misplaced or delayed mail for everyone involved.  Your cooperation is appreciated!

VISITOR FATALITY ON MARUFO VEGA TRAIL ‑‑ On Monday, October 28, after an aerial and ground search by NPS rangers and U.S. Border Patrol supported by helicopters from the TX Department of Public Safety and U.S. Customs Air and Marine Operations, searchers located the body of a 24-year-old hiker along the Marufo Vega Trail.  To view the full news release, please visit the Big Bend National Park news release page:

News Releases - Big Bend National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

29th ANNUAL KEN & JOEE BARNES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER ‑‑ NOVEMBER 9 . . . at the Ghost Town Horseshoe Pits!  In addition to the usual Cribbage & Horseshoe Tournaments, we are having a PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT this year...!!!!  Please arrive by 9 am to get signed up for the tournaments (at the court for pickleball).  They will all start @ 9:30 am!  BBQ Plates served noonish.  Silent Auction winners announced following the BBQ & Tournaments.  If you have an item you would like to donate for the auction, please contact LaNetta.  All proceeds from fundraiser will benefit Terlingua School Graduates.

PROPERTY OWNERS’ OF TERLINGUA RANCH POTLUCK ‑‑ Join your friends and neighbors for the next monthly property owner potluck on Thursday, November 7, 6:00 pm, at The Bunkhouse.  The ranch will provide plates, cutlery, water, and iced tea.  Please bring a dish to share.  For more information, call Marilynn at 432.371.2194.

UPCOMING EVENTS @ BAD RABBIT CAFÉ

November 9th ‑‑ Gary Gorence @ 5:00-8:00 pm at the Bad Rabbit Café.  Come by for an evening of live music supplied by one of Terlingua's regular musical talents!  Gary's upbringing in Oklahoma and West Texas comes alive in his musical narratives and the southwest and the characters who inhabit the deserts and mountains often emerge in his songs.  Enjoy a meal at the Cafe while you are serenaded by Gary's stories!

November 15th & 29th ‑‑ Karaoke @ 5:00-8:00 PM in the Bunkhouse.  Welcoming seasoned performers and first-timers!  Come out to sing your favorite songs or crowd favorites and fill the desert air with Terlingua-rrific tunes.

BIG BEND CITIZENS ALLIANCE ‑‑ The BBCA will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, November 13th at the Red Pattillo Community Center, 201 Rex Ivey Road, Study Butte.  Join us for snacks at at 5:30 pm, and the meeting will begin at 6:00 pm.  We are a 501(c)(3) public charity supporting the Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Cares, Terlingua Community Garden, Terlingua Recycles, Terlingua Visual Arts, Voices From Both Sides, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, and the South County Library Project.  All are welcome to attend this public meeting.  For more information, agenda, & minutes, please email secretary.bbca@gmail.com or text 432-244-7656.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ‑‑ The Big Bend Citizens Alliance is requesting proposals from independent contractors for their services operating the Big Bend Mobile Library in south Brewster County.  In order for your proposal to be considered, your proposal must be received no later than November 18th, 2024.  For more information, including the full text of the Request for Proposals, please email us at bookkeeper.bbca@gmail.com, visit www.BigBendCitizensAlliance.org, or call BBCA Treasurer Tonia MacComb at 281-389-0798.

NOW HIRING! ‑‑ We are seeking a part-time employee for the season and beyond.  Apply at the Terlingua Trading Company in the Terlingua Ghost Town.

TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA ‑‑ Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation.  Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.  Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3094 (office) or 806-781-7814 (cell).

FOR SALE WORKOUT/REHAB EQUIPMENT ‑‑ Suntec electric IR 2-3 man sauna $1250; DP cable weight bench $500 heavy weights; Commercial Quantum Step Up electric stepper with race program $1500; Tanning bed new bulbs exterior not so hot, been on porch; will trade for something.  Could use a trampoline with sides for my doggies.  51911 hwy 118 at tire fence call first  skull1923@gmail.com 371-3068.  Early is good.  deborah

THE MILKY WAY TREATS ‑‑ Saturday morning bakery cart will be open this weekend, 10 am ‘til sell out!  Stop by for a delicious cinnamon roll, slice of cake or some homemade granola.  The ice cream trailer will be open as well, Saturday through Monday, 4 PM to 9 PM. Gracias Terlingua.

ENJOY OUR 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 here every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items.

Fresh sour dough bread, local art, handcrafted textile goods, goat milk soap, all natural lip balms and skin care products, essential oil perfumes, leather goods, handcrafted, creative jewelry, Valerie's Milky-Way Treats, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here.

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.

MASSAGE FOR LOCALS ‑‑ ($1/minute) - BBV Mondays 1-8pm.  JAF Arena Lounge Tues-Wed 1-8pm.  Scholarships available.  Just ask.  Kate Healy, lmt -thank u!  Tx Lic #135433.

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.

EXPRESSO … Y POCO MAS ‑‑ Ghost Town go to for fresh homemade breakfast and lunch.  Best coffee in town.  Freshly baked pastries and more.  All coffee drinks, and smoothies.   Strong wifi, newspapers and fantastic views.  432-371-3044 for to-go orders.  Open at 7:30 am.  A local landmark and both locals and visitors gather.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO ‑‑ Best in the Ghost Town for authentic Mexican recipes including the best street tacos!  Huge side dishes and steaks.  An area favorite.  Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432-371-2060 for takeout via our drive-through window.  BYOB and have a party!

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY ‑‑ Our Featured Artists for the month of November each have a unique and intriguing story to tell.   Stop by to meet Linda Walker, Marti Anderson and Larry Short and all of our other partners.  You’ll be amazed and delighted, we promise.

RING AT MANY STONES ‑‑ Will the person who bought my generator return my dolly ASAP please.  I told you you could use the dolly not keep it.

SANTA INEZ – TERLINGUA GHOST TOWN CHURCH ‑‑ Holy Eucharist service-1st Wednesday-November 6th at 5:30 pm.  Prayer books are available in English and Spanish.  All are welcome.

JACKASS FLATS ‑‑ To the Eye of the beholder it might appear quiet, but behind the scenes we are scurrying, preparing for next weekend to HOST OUR DUTCH OVEN EVENT and you who will be attending, camping and ENJOYING YOUR TIME WITH US!  Horse drawn Wagon rides, roping, music, camping, Dutch oven cooking and potluck meal!  GET US ON YOUR CALENDARS!  NOV 8, 9, 10^th.  IT’S SURE TO BE A GREAT TIME!

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD ‑‑ Congratulations to Brooke Jenks for her historic repeat performance at the UIL 1A State Cross Country Meet in Round Rock on Saturday, November 2nd.  She placed 45th out of 149 runners.  Thank you, Coach A!

Basketball Season is ON!  Home games will be announced here.  Coach Mendoza, Coach Loya, and Coach Rodriguez have been gearing up for the new season.

Students of the Week:  Elementary:  Daleyza Olivas; Middle School:  Manuel Rivera; High School:  Rigoberto Guevara.

Another shout out to Brooke Jenks for being selected for the DAR Citizenship Award.  She will go forward to represent our school in the Regional Daughters of the American Revolution Citizenship Contest.

Monday, November 11th:  We will be honoring our Veterans with a ceremony starting at 8:30 am at the high school.  Community members are invited to join us.  Veterans and their loved ones are invited to breakfast, following the program, and will be served by our Senior Class.  Thank you to our Student Council and their Sponsor Mr. Daley for organizing and funding this event.

DESERT PERMACULTURE ‑‑ Much of Terlingua Ranch is barren, dry, eroded, and shadeless due to fairly recent deforestation and over-grazing, but its contemporary natural state is forested savannah.

There are specific techniques that easily restore native trees, grasses, shrubs, perennials, forbs, and ground covers - without irrigation, fertilizer, or soil amendments! 

Eco-Logic can help you do this for your property without needing to buy plants, irrigate, or amend soil.  Having gained 20 years professional landscape architecture and permaculture design experience as well as holding a graduate degree in landscape architecture and a permaculture design certification, Eco-Logic offers a free written permaculture strategy or special on-site consultations to help local landowners restore their property to its best ecological health possible.

You'd be surprised!  Visit https://www.ecologiclandscape.com/free-strategy to sign up.

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