Terlingua
Moon🌙
Volume
36, No. 46 November 18, 2025
by Blue Grama
“Life's too short to
worry
Life's too long to wait
Well, it's too short not to love everybody
And life is too long to hate"― Todd Snider
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According to MesoWest weather stations, we have
had 15.53” of rain in the Chisos Basin so far this year! We are
so close to hitting the average!
THE NIGHT SKY THIS MONTH
🌑 11/19-20
New Moon at 12:47 am
🌓 11/28
First Quarter
🌕 12/04
Full Cold Super Moon
Leonids Meteor Shower: Peaks 11/17 - 11/18. The Leonids is an average
shower, producing up to 15 meteors per hour at its peak. This shower is unique
in that it has a cyclonic peak about every 33 years where hundreds of meteors
per hour can be seen. The best view is facing Leo after midnight, and in
the early morning hours.
Geminids Meteor Shower: Begins around 11/19 and runs through the
end of December, with its peak happening 12/13 - 12/14. It is considered by
many to be the best shower, producing up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour
at its peak.
Uranus at opposition: 11/18 - 11/21 the
blue-green planet will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be
fully illuminated by the Sun.
Winter Solstice: 12/21
Information from seasky.org
and McDonald Observatory.
Protect our dark skies! Turn out the
lights at night, use warm colored, downfacing or shielded lights.
STUDY BUTTE WATER
SBWSC: There is a leak on Fulcher Road; we are
working on it. Some people will be without water while we fix it. Many had low
pressure, but that should be resolving itself now that the leak has been
isolated. There will be a boil notice issued for the east side (from TXDOT
over). Formal boil notice to follow. The monthly board meeting is this morning
(11/17) at 10am (at the EMS station); as the guys are all fixing the leak, the
office/plant will be closed during the meeting. Once the meeting is over I will
start returning phone calls and contact all the businesses affected by the boil
notice. We are also having issue with the phones, so please be patient with me;
I'm doing my best to get the information.
PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA SCHOOL
Congratulations to your hometown Purobots! Team
#11720 robotics team as they came home Saturday night winning the first meet
of the season that was held at the Da Vinci School for Science and the Arts:
Details!
The Big Bend High School robotics team traveled to El Paso last weekend to
compete in their first of four competitions. 24 teams registered, with 18
robots passing inspection and competing. Team 11720 – Purobots won 4 of 5
matches and earned first place. The students and their robot demonstrated
consistent performance throughout the event. Congratulations to David G, Brayan
T, Tony P, Anthony P, Philip L, Desiree L, Asa R, Ervey S, Usiel E, Bailey B,
Tim S and Isael G. Great job Purobots!!!
Paisano basketball boys came up short in both of their games
this weekend at the Valentine basketball tournament against Presidio and Fort
Hancock. Both high school teams will have games against Sanderson on Tuesday
(11/18) at 6pm & 7:30pm.
Thank you to Ms. Valdez for organizing a river trip and
water testing in conjunction with the Big Bend Conservation Alliance's Elvira
Hermosillo. Both 9th and 10th graders participated in the program on Thursday.
A big thank you to Mr. David Elkowitz and the Terlingua
Preservation Society for their generous $5,003 donation to the Big Bend High
School Student Council.
All are welcome to attend our next home basketball games
on Friday, 11/21, with 1 game of combined boys & girls junior high
versus Alpine Christian school.
Game starts at 5:30pm. Free admission.
Have a safe Thanksgiving Break Paisano Families.
Students of the Week: Elem- Leo Maldonado, JH-Carlos Orozco, and HS-Amy
Alaniz
MILKY WAY TREATS 🍦🍰
MILKY WAY TREATS Saturday morning bakery cart will be
open this weekend! We set-up at the ice cream trailer (at The Boathouse)
starting at 10 AM. We have fresh, hot coffee, homemade cinnamon rolls,
and more! This week’s menu includes your favorites, in addition to
homemade Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits, S’mores Brownies and more! Plenty of Gluten
free, vegan and low sugar options too! Hope to see you there!
TODAY 11/18 IS THE LAST DAY TO ORDER THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
BAKED GOODS! Please see the menu at the bottom of the Moon! Contact us via
Facebook, Instagram, or the phone #on the menu please.
The ice cream trailer will be open this weekend,
Sat-Mon, 4-9pm! We’ll have delicious homemade pints of ice cream as well as
soft serve and some fantastic sundaes! Ice cream with a view! Gracias,
Terlingua!
THANKSGIVING DINNER
The Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend in the Ghost Town Is delighted to
invite all in the community to our annual Community Thanksgiving Lunch.
Thursday, November 20th from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Big Bend
Chamber of Commerce.
MEET AND GREET WITH GRETEL ENCK
Gretel Enck, District 23 Congressional Candidate will be in
Terlingua this Wednesday, 11/19, to visit with Terlingua residents. Drop by the
porch in the Ghost town from 4:00-5:30 to meet her and talk about your concerns
for our district.
TERLINGUA TRADING COMPANY IS HIRING
NOW HIRING: PART-TIME-EMPLOYMENT
The Terlingua Trading Company is seeking someone to work four mornings per
week. Stop by the store in the Terlingua Ghost Town for details!
SAN VICINTE ISD IS HIRING
SVISD Daycare FT Position
Deadline: Until Filled
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Serve as a lead teacher and
helping throughout the
center as needed. Individual must have a strong
understanding of children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical
development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom
environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed.
Must be efficient at supervising children
and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children. Ensure children’s
routines are carried out in a prompt, hygienic, and consistent manner
while operating classrooms in a manner that complies with all state
licensing regulations. Provide students with a safe, secure, and fun
learning environment where they can learn, explore, create and grow while
also providing positive guidance to help children develop self-help
skills. Must contribute to the operation of the center by participating
in staff meetings and training. Must be 18 years or older and meet the
requirements regarding a background check.
Qualifications: Education/Certification High School diploma or
High School equivalent (GED)
Special Knowledge/Skills
● Excellent skills in leadership, organization and
communication with children and
adults
● Maintain frequent communication with parents
● Ability to resolve conflict, listen, and
appropriately respond to concerns
● Maintain confidentiality for all student information
● Strong oral/written communication skills
● Effective technology skills
● Ability to work well and effectively with others and
foster a team environment
● Ensure all center policies and state regulations are
met
● Demonstrate leadership skills
● Maintain a professional and approachable appearance
Experience: 2 years’ experience of professional
child care experience (not required but encouraged)
Salary Range: Depends on experience. District pays Medical Insurance
- TRS Active Care HD, Dental, Vision, and monthly contributions to an
HSA for FT employees. Eligible for State and Local leave. District
housing is not available. Work hours are M-F, 8-4. Will mostly
follow the school school calendar, but will be required to work during the
summer.
Contact: Jessi Milam, Superintendent
Ph: 432-244-3131
BREWSTER COUNTY SPECIAL COMMISSIONERS COURT
Click the link to find the agenda for the Brewster County Special Commissioners Court Meeting on November 19, 2025. Special Commissioners Court Meeting November 19, 2025
Click the link to find the agenda for the Brewster County Tourism Meeting on November 18, 2025. Brewster County Tourism Agenda November 18, 2025
UPCOMING NOVEMBER MUSIC SHOWS & EVENTS
Open Mic Hosted by Rory
Hancock every Wednesday night at the Boathouse! 8 - 11 pm
11/18 Tuesday
Open Mic Comedy – Starlight
11/20 Thursday
Ross
Bullock – Starlight
Faux McCoys – Boathouse
11/21 Friday
Moses
Martinez – Starlight
Emilie
Clepper, Ross Bullock, Anthony Wright – Boathouse
11/22 Saturday
Grandy
– Starlight
Mohawkma
Ganja – Boathouse
Ross Bullock – High Sierra
Big Bend Ranch State Park – STAR PARTY:
Reservations
Required
11/23 Sunday
Bill
Palmer – Starlight
Nanibyrd
– Boathouse
11/24 Monday
10,000
Bees – Starlight
11/25 Tuesday
Simon
Flory – Starlight
11/26 Wednesday
Bruce Salmon – Starlight
11/27 Thursday
Stefan Prigmore – Starlight
Jim Keaveny Band – Boathouse
11/28 Friday
Alf Evans Duo – Starlight
Bruce Salmon – Boathouse
11/29 Saturday
Chris
Beall – Starlight
Bill Palmer Family Band – Boathouse
BIG BEND EPISCOPAL MISSION
Nov.
19th, Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm Otra Vez Thrift Shop Open
Nov.
29th, Saturday 5pm Eucharist Service- Sts. Mary & Josephs-Lajitas
BIG BEND ARTS COUNCIL
Call
for Art: Holiday Show!
December
5, 2024 - January 6, 2025
Reception
and Wassail Crawl 4-7pm December 5, 2024
121 West
Holland Avenue Alpine, TX
Open
daily from 10:00 - 5:00
The reception is planned to coincide with the annual Wassail Crawl so will be
on Thursday, December 4th.
We will
have a homemade ornament exchange for those who would like to participate also.
Have a
lovely ArtWalk Weekend and a great Thanksgiving Day!
DISCOUNTED MASSAGE THERAPY FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS
Mondays @ Temple of the Bird Noon-5pm & Tuesdays
11-7 @ Jackass flats Arena Lounge (behind Little Burro store)
Travel Massage is also available. Limited Bookings still
open Thanksgiving Weel.
Schedule by Text (731) 699-0509 or Fb/Ig Messenger. Kate
Healy, LMT - Tx Lic #135433 www.magicmesamassage.com
TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA
Water
Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation
Shop Local!
Located
near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.
Call
Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3096 (home/office)
or 806-781-7814 (cell)
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
The A.A. meeting, held every Thursday night, is cancelled
for Thursday, November 20th. The meeting will continue on the following
Thursday, November 27th, from 6:30 to 7:30
TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Great street tacos, steaks and huge side dishes from
authentic Mexican recipes. All in a wonderful setting. Open
Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take
out via our drive through window. BYOB.
ESPRESSO … Y POCO MAS
Home
cooking for breakfast and lunch including pastries and the great coffee we are
known for.
Also
smoothies and iced drinks Located in the Ghost Town, we have peasant seating,
strong wifi, newspapers and fantastic views. 432 371 3044 for to go
orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.
THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY
THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY - “It is what we know already
that often prevents us from learning.” - Claude Bernard
>NEWS: We are looking for movers to help drive the mobile
library on Saturdays and for special events. If you're interested please reach
out to gigatrike@gmail.com for
more information.
>Hours: Thursday November 20th 3pm-6pm Canyon View
Community Park(next to the Terlingua school), and Saturday November 22nd 10am-3pm
Community Gardens in the Ghost Town.
>Next Library Meeting: Thursday November 20th at 5pm, at
the library trailer at Canyon View Community Park. All are welcome!
>24/7 Book Returns: Did you know we have a drop box for
book returns at the entrance to the community gardens? This means you can
return your books anytime, even if the library isn't open!
>Library Tech Services: Computer stuff? We've got you
covered. Visit us for all your printing, scanning, and copying. Tech support on
site.
>Exchange Box: The new and improved free porch! One
person's trash is another person's treasure! Unless it's actually trash… all
donations must be approved by library staff. If you have large donations,
please bring them on Thursdays.
>Follow us @BigBendPublicLibrary on Facebook and
Instagram for more updates!
SATURDAY COMMUNITY MARKET IN THE GARDEN
Come see us at the Saturday Community Market, open from
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. 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. You'll also be able to enjoy our fabulous local
mobile library and portable free ‘porch’, even consult with Dr. Gigabyte if you
have a computer problem.
Local art, handcrafted textile goods, fresh eggs, sour dough
bread, all natural lip balms and skin care products, all natural essential oil
fragrances, beard oil and massage oils, handcrafted, creative jewelry, resin
creations, 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.
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.
We welcome new vendors. To make it easy for new vendors to
try our market and to show our appreciation to our regular vendors, we waive
set-up fees on the first Saturday of the month, offering free set-up on that
day.
For more information, text or call 432.213.1863 or pop in at
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.
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Thank you, Terlingua! 🌞
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