The Terlingua Moon   

February 3, 2021--Vol. 32, #5

By Ghost Writers on the Sly

Next MOON: Send MOON news by Monday NOON for that week’s MOON. Please no PDFs or fancy fonts!

terlinguamoon@gmail.com. We’re on the web at: theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com

Espresso ... y poco mas!

We serve up breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.   7:30 am until 2 pm.  Home cooking, Big Bend roasters coffee, smoothies and more.  Eat in or to go.

Come for wonderful dishes, fantastic views, free wifi and comfortable seating.  If you need a picnic for the day, we'll make you one.

Taqueria El Milagro

Authentic Mexican food in a great atmosphere.  Outside seating or to go. Tacos including a napolito and shredded beef cheek along with the standard filings.  Elote, chips.cargados and stuffed jalapeños .  Dinners include steak, chili rellenos and more.  

 BYOB and make your own party or call in your order and pick up at our drive thru window.  432 371 2060.  Follow us on Facebook for the latest.

Open Wednesday through Sundays 5-10 PM.

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

From Ms. Reed: Laila Salido, Yareli Aviles, Melenie Orozco, and Kaycie Krueger participated in an Informational Meeting put on by the University of Texas-Arlington on Thursday, January 28th from 4pm-6pm. They learned about the application process for entry into the Upward Bound-Math and Science program. Members of the program attend a 6 week summer enrichment course, as well as, enjoy other opportunities meant to support and prepare for college readiness.

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA will meet this  Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing.

The Cinnabar Theater may be dark, but Big Bend talent still shines.  In cooperation with the Terlingua School, Last Minute Low Budget Productions is hosting a Virtual Talent Show.  The contest will be held near the end of March (details coming soon) and is open to all Terlingua-area residents.  A panel of judges will view performances online and vote.  After judges have had a few days to watch the performances, they will be posted online and winners announced.  Anyone wanting to be a judge should email bourbon@bigbend.net

EARTH and FIRE Gallery  We will be hosting Marti Anderson as our guest artist for the month of February.  Marti is a talented artist in both oils and watercolors.   She will be showing a fine collection of bluebonnet watercolors created especially for this show at our gallery.   Marti will also  be hosting two workshops while she is here this month.  The first is a two day "en plen air" oil painting workshop on Feb. 11 and 12th.  Learn how to paint in the great outdoors....or "brush up" on new techniques.  The second will be a one day "journaling with watercolors" event that explores how to spruce up those diaries and/or travel journals we all keep.  Materials will be provided for this class including watercolors, brushes, and a journal to take with you.  Cost is $50.00 and class size is limited.  Join us for the fun (there may be some wine involved.....) on Feb. 14th.  What better way to celebrate valentines day than creating art with friends.  You can contact Earth and Fire gallery at 371-2637 for more information or to sign up for a workshop.

The Terlingua Community Gardeners will be available this Friday 2/5 at 10 a.m. and Saturday 2/6 at 10 a.m.   Pick a garden plot and get ready to plant.

Now is the time to plant your greens.  We have some seeds available, but bring your favorites to get started.

Questions call Zoey at 432-371-2172 or Davis at 432-371-3147

School of Constructive Arts Kick-off Event

The School of Constructive Arts is throwing a Kick-Off event! Come see Don Bryant’s domes, meet our team, and learn about the School of Constructive Arts. Lend a hand during the day, and join us for a celebration around the bonfire at night. We will be cleaning up, meeting and greeting, sharing memories, and celebrating the launch of the School of Constructive Arts!

When: February 20 Noon to Night

Where: 1316 Snake Rd Alpine, TX 79830
From Terlingua Ranch Road, continue 4.8 miles and take a right on Snake Road. Continue 1.2 miles then veer right at sign reading Ol Johnson. Signs will be posted at the driveway.

Don was a teacher, innovator, builder, farmer, and friend to many. Don taught himself principles of structural design and building from books and built many innovative structures on his land on the Terlingua Ranch. Don died in January of 2019 and willed that his land go toward forming a School dedicated to Architecture, Building, and the Environment. The School of Constructive Arts celebrates Don’s memory and carries forward his enthusiasm for building, teaching, and living in harmony with the desert.

Good morning! This should be a very informative no-cost webinar about the COVID relief options available to businesses.

Tuesday, February 2 at 11a.  Register at:  https://utsa.ecenterdirect.com/events/32144

Due to construction delays caused by the public health crisis, the park's closure has been extended. The on-going Balmorhea State Park construction projects are managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Infrastructure Division, so park staff are unable to directly provide updates on the projects and potential park reopening dates. The Infrastructure Division collaborates with TPWD’s Press Office to produce project status updates. Please click the link below to read the most recent press release concerning the construction projects. 
http://bit.ly/BalmorheaClosureExtension

Hi all! Because of Covid-19 there will only be a virtual 12th annual Texas Independence Day Parade in our minds on March 2nd and so please observe it the best that you can.  Hope to see you next year.

Veterans Administration is moving to a digital check issue. There has been problems with Veterans getting paper checks from VA. One of the biggest is someone other than the Veteran getting the check before the Veteran does and cashing it.  VA hopes this will stop issues with getting money to Veterans on time. Also if you want to change bank account information you can call 1-800-827-1000 and ask for agent or go to VA.gov and log into your VA account. Before trying to make changes have your bank routing and account numbers.

 Dennis Yancy
SFC, US Army (ret)
Veterans Service Officer
Brewster County, Texas
Email: vetaff@co.brewster.tx.us
Office: 432-837-6219

Far Flung Outdoor Center – Home to Canyon Brew Coffee Shop and Big Bend Casitas.  

HIRING: 

Receptionist/Coffee Shop Barista 25-40 hrs/week 
Housekeeper 25-35 hrs/week

Far Flung wants employees who enjoy staying busy, can smile, and make genuine connections - people who take initiative and care about the small details.  

No experience necessary — training is provided.
If interested, please fill out an application at www.bigbendfarflung.com and stop by or email it to info@bigbendfarflung.com

A Wylie water-catchment tank load has begun

and it's close to half filled.  Call us for new prices and specifications. Landline 371- 2506; leave a message or email here: elcentro432@gmail

The Town Electrician, The Town Electrician, Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504  ME# 326558  Local, Licensed, Insured 

thetownelectrician@bigbend.net  432-424-3464 (Home)  432-538-2533 (Cell)

Flack Electrical Services

Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791. Licensed, bonded and insured

940-255-2723

Dig Terlingua – Backhoe, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.

Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.

We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.

Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.  

Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.     713.907.5259

All Energies Solar Panels. All prices listed below are for pre-order of new solar panels. Aptos Brand 330W solar panels, 66” long, $200 each. Mission Brand (made in San Antonio) 320W solar panels, 66” long, $235 each. Q Cell Brand 420W panels, 82” long, $265 each. Solar panels are subject to sales tax in Texas, and those tax dollars support Terlingua Fire & EMS.  If you’ve got questions about solar or need help making your solar system work better, email casey@allenergies.net or text 432-242-1874 today.

The Terlingua Moon

January 26, 2021   Volume 32 #4

Edited by Cactoosie  

 

“There are no burdens too heavy when everybody lifts…”  - anon

 

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) 

We’re on the web at:

theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com

***Important Covid Information***

To be tested: Testing will take place next week, 2nd and 3rd in Alpine, 4th in Marfa, 5th in Ft. Davis

 

To find out more about getting the vaccine:

https://www.facebook.com/noteTheres/pandemic-report-for-brewster-presidio-and-jeff-davis-counties/vaccine-information-locations/247882453406264/

 

Also, from Reeves County Hospital District, i.e., Pecos: (flyer attached)

RCHD is now a designated COVID-19 “Vaccination Hub” and is inoculating individuals who qualify under the state’s Phase 1A or 1B criteria. The goal of Vaccine Hubs is to provide more people in rural areas the vaccine and a simpler way to sign up for an appointment.

Phase 1A: Includes front-line healthcare workers, staff and residents of longterm care facilities. Phase 1B: Includes individuals 65 years of age and older, and people 16 years of age and older with at least one chronic medical condition that puts them at increased risk for severe illness from the virus that causes COVID-19.

If you are currently eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine: For more information and to register for a vaccine, please visit our website at: https://reevescountyhospital.com or call 432-447-3551 ext. 2237 or ext. 6325 (M-F 8am-5pm) to receive a vaccine. Don’t take a chance, make an appointment to guarantee your shot.

 

*** Community News***

 

Our friend Dr. Fun is going thru some serious medical issues.  He will need help with medical bills/transportation cost.  There is a GoFundMe for Dr. Fun at:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/gofundme-for-dr-fun?qid=92c32014135a78ab6e02c2b48fee82b8

and starting Tuesday, 1/19 there will also be an acct. set up at Quicksilver Branch of West Tx National Bank under his name.  All donations are greatly appreciated.  Thank you again for helping our friend in need.

 

The annual Terlingua church of Christ FREE winter clothing and coat giveaway will occur this Friday afternoon 1/29/2021 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm, AND Saturday morning 1/30/2021 from 9:00 am to Noon.

There are items for all ages and sizes from newborn to adult.

 

FAIR HOUSING TALK with Rio Grande COG TXCDBG January 27 10:30AM CST / 9:30AM MST

Reminder to please join us from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/677211093

Access Code: 677-211-093

You can also dial in using your phone.

(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)

United States: +1 (312) 757-3121

- One-touch: tel:+13127573121,,677211093#

 

Extras Wanted: A feature length film will be filming in Terlingua, and is in need of some EXTRAS! All extras will be provided free COVID testing and catered meals. They are in need of about 15 adults starting on January 27 and every day until February 15. If interested contact terlinguamovie@gmail.com 

 

FULL WOLF MOON POT LUCK JAN 28TH  CACTUS FARM 6:30

ITALAN NIGHT  ,bring Italian dish or dessert OPEN MUSIC /MIC

January is already on its way out, 2021 is well underway, and we've got our first full moon of the year on the horizon. The full moon this month is referred to as the "Wolf Moon," and it's a powerful time for both releasing what no longer serves you, and harnessing that good lunar energy.

 

The Big Bend Citizens Alliance will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, January 28th at 6PM via ZOOM. We're a public charity supporting the Terlingua Community Garden, Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Recycles, Voices from Both Sides, Terlingua Visual Arts, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, Terlingua Cares, and the Big Bend Covid-19 Pandemic Relief Fund. All are welcome to join this public meeting. For more information, agenda, minutes, and ZOOM credentials, please email <secretary.bbca@gmail.com> or call Sara at 371-2902 with your questions.

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

From Ms. Willmon: Big Bend High School honored the TCSD School Board on January 20.The theme was  'Donut forget you make the "Hole" school DOZENS of times better than the rest". Kinder-12th Grade created paper donuts to say thank you. BBHS Student Council purchased donuts for everyone. They also provided refreshments and gift bags to the School Board. StuCo would like to thank Emma Rodriguez for bringing the donuts from Alpine. Thank you for your time and service: President Travis Jenks, Vice President Scott Watkins, and Secretary Margarita Garcia.

From Ms. Pena: Four juniors will be taking the PSAT Tuesday.  

From Ms.Reed: Students that had an opportunity to practice in Round 1 of 3 Virtual Meets in preparation for the UIL District Academic were: Accounting: Chase Willard, Taylor Ohl, Giselle Hernandez, and Edwing Maldonado, Social Studies: Neila Aviles, Chase Willard, Chasin Hammond, and Taylor Ohl, Spelling: Yaritza Galindo, Cynthia Gonzales, Yareli Aviles, and Laila Salido, Literary Criticism: Melenie Orozco, Jenni Baeza, Kaycie Krueger, and Cynthia Gonzales, Computer Science: Brody Agnew, Jakeline Orozco, Kaycie Krueger, and Ethan Rameriz, Current Issues: Edwing Maldonado, Jennifer Contreras, Ethan Rameriz, and Edwing Maldonado. Results, more events, and more participants to be announced.

 

Big Bend River Tours looking for Front Desk Receptionist. Permanent, Part-Time Position.  Email to rapids317@hotmail.com. No drop ins please.

Big Bend River Tours  PO Box 317  Terlingua, TX.  79852  1-800-545-4240

1-432-371-3033  www.bigbendrivertours.com

 

COMING SOON:  A NEW BIG BEND HIKING TRAIL

The Brewster County Tourism Council and Visit Big Bend has been informed by Big Bend National Park that the development of a new hiking trail located at Panther Junction has begun.  

The Lone Mountain Trail will be accessible just north of park headquarters at Panther Junction. The trail will circle the base of Lone Mountain and grace visitors with views of the Chisos, Dead Horse, and Rosillos Mountains. The new trail will be categorized as a moderately challenging hike with a length of 3 miles, which will begin and end in Panther Junction. The construction of The Lone Mountain Trail will occur in 2022 by the Big Bend National Park trail crew and volunteers.  

Brewster County is still under a mask mandate with all businesses requiring a face covering to enter or to be served. When visiting businesses in the Big Bend, please follow all CDC guidelines and all governor mandates created to stop the spread of COVID-19.  

For more information and the latest details on closures, openings, lodging, restaurants and activities go to VisitBigBend.com. 

 

From the office of Judge Cano:

Commissioner's Court agenda scheduled for Wednesday January 27, 2021.

To find the agenda online, follow this link:

http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Agenda-Commissioners-Court-Meeting-January-27-2021.pdf

 

Next Round of LISC Rural Relief Small Business Grants Open from January 26 through February 2

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is offering Rural Relief Small Business Grants for up to $20,000. Grants support small businesses and enterprises affected by COVID-19 across the country, especially those in underserved communities, including entrepreneurs of color, women- and veteran-owned businesses that often lack access to flexible, affordable capital. Applications are being accepted in “rounds” and you must submit a new application for each round in order to be considered for funding in that round. The next application round runs January 26 through February 2. Click here to learn more and apply.

 

Peggy O’Brien

Local Governments Manager

Rio Grande Council of Governments

915-588-1375 cell

www.riocog.org

 

 

THE TERLINGUA BOTTOMS GROUP of AA will meet this  Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing.

 

 

***Local Businesses***

 

 

For shade structure and small building construction please call Mark at (805) 448-5832 or Paul at (432) 538-2543. We are metal and wood construction experts.

 

I'm a licensed plumber with 20 years of experience. I'm making frequent trips out to Terlingua area for plumbing and handyman work. I will be coming out more frequently later in the year. Right now I have openings Feb 6-7 and March 6-13 if you need anything done.

joshua.keenan@keenancontracting.com

903-216-9793 (call or text

 

Flack Electrical Services

Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791

Licensed, bonded and insured

940.255.2723

 

Dig Terlingua – We do Septic Systems and Dirt Work

Backhoe, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.

Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.

We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.

Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.

Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.

713.907.5259

 

All Energies Solar Panels. All prices listed below are for pre-order of new solar panels. Aptos Brand 330W solar panels, 66” long, $200 each. Mission Brand (made in San Antonio) 320W solar panels, 66” long, $235 each. Q Cell Brand 420W panels, 82” long, $265 each. Solar panels are subject to sales tax in Texas, and those tax dollars support Terlingua Fire & EMS.  If you’ve got questions about solar or need help making your solar system work better, email casey@allenergies.net or text 432-242-1874 today.

 

Taqueria El Milagro

We serve up the freshest, most authentic Mexican food in the area.  Amazing tacos including a napolito and shredded beef cheek along with the standard flyings.  Sides like elote, chips.cargados and stuffed jalapeños are great snacks.  Dinners include steak, chili rellenos and more.  

We make great food with a wonderful atmosphere for enjoying the

best of Terlingua.  BYOB and make your own party at our outdoor seating or call in your order and pick up at our drive thru window.  432 371 2060.

And follow us on Facebook for the latest!

Open Wednesday through Sundays 5-10 PM.

     

Espresso ... y poco mas

We are open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch.  7:30 am until 2 pm.  Best coffee (Big Bend Roasters), eggs anyway you like them, an array of sandwiches, smoothies, salads and a special once in a while.

The views are great, there's free wi-fi and newspapers.  Plenty of parking, too.  If you need a picnic for the day, we'll make you one.

 

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      COUNTER  HELP WANTED  - GREAT HOURS! - FUN WORKING ENVIRONMENT!     

Open 10 to 9 Monday thru Saturday   We are stocked full of ALL YOUR FAVORITES.      Adult Beverages, Beer, Snacks, Sodas, IceCream Treats, Personal Necessities (wink wink), Smokes and even more!!!

Slide on through our DRIVE Thru and see what’s happening....

 by Million sMiles

Terlingua MOON
January 19, 2021
Vol.  32       No. 3

When we look at modern man we have to face the fact that modern man suffers from a kind of poverty of the spirit which stands in glaring contrast with a  scientific and technological abundance. 

We’ve learned to fly the air as birds .

We’ve learned to swim the seas as fish . 

Yet we haven’t learned to walk the earth as brothers and sisters. 

~ Martin Luther King Jr.

 Brewster county courthouse and offices will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021 on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

WELDING CLASSES TO START
Ray Bullock will again be teaching Welding to high school students and adults.  The classes will be held at the Big Bend Church on Hwy 118 in Study Butte.  The first adult classes will start on Monday, January 18 and Tuesday, January 19 at 10:00 a.m.  Afternoon classes will be for the high school students and any accompanying adults.  There is no charge for these welding classes.

In honor of the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Big Bend and other National Park Service sites will have free admission for everyone tomorrow, January 18.  
Five more Fee Free Days are scheduled to occur in 2021:
Saturday, April 17 - First day of National Park Week
Wednesday, August 4 - First anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
Wednesday, August 25 - National Park Service Birthday
Saturday, September 25 - National Public Lands Day
Thursday, November 11 - Veterans Day
When visiting Big Bend, we encourage everyone to protect the park, yourself, and others by recreating responsibly. Here are some great reminders of things to keep in mind when visiting your national parks: https://cms.nps.gov/planyourvisit/recreate-responsibly.htm

Word-Off 2021 Postponed
The 2021 Terlingua Word-Off is being postponed until we can safely gather again.
The Word-Off is an annual gathering of local folk to read original prose and poetry and tell tall tales.
The event is one of the things that makes Terlingua unique and special, and it is not going to disappear, it is just taking a temporary hiatus.  The folks who present the Word-Off would like to thank everyone who has been involved, past and present, and we hope that all this down time has been an opportunity to get the creative juices flowing. Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and creative New Year.

Upcoming COVID testing:
In Presidio on Tuesday, January 19, at the Presidio Fire Dept. at 100 East FM 170
In Alpine on Wednesday, January 20, at the Alpine Fire Station at 102 South Second St.
In Marfa on Thursday, January 21, at theMarfa Visitors Center at 302 Highland St.
In Fort Davis on Friday, January 22, at the Fort Davis Fire Station at 200 Court Avenue
Like the other sites in the tri-county, this one will run from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. or until testing capacity is reached. ID is required. Appointments are preferred but not required. Preregistration can be made online at https://docshealthtesting.com
 or by texting “DOCSTX” to 41411. These will be saliva tests. Officials ask that residents please not eat, drink or use mouthwash or tobacco within 30 minutes of being tested.

Espresso ... y poco mas
      Open seven days a week for  breakfast and lunch! Our food is
cooked to order with  only the freshest ingredients.  All coffee is from Big Bend Roasters, the best in the region.  Add on a smoothie, eggs anyway you like them, guac and chips, fantastic sandwiches, salads, and a special now and then and we give you loads of variety. We can't help but mention our views, free wifi, plenty of parking and some fine outdoor seating.  Eat in, take out or have a picnic prepared for your day trips!
Open 7:30 am until 2 pm.  

Taqueria El Milagro
Come to the heart of the ghost town for the most  authentic, freshest Mexican food in the area. We serve everything from one taco to complete dinners.  Our goal is great food and a fun dining experience.
BYOB and make your own party. Expect friendly service and our commitment to food excellence. Outdoor seating is available for dining,  or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window. Follow the taqueria on Facebook for the latest updates.  
Open Wednesday through Sundays 5-10 PM.

The Terlingua Bottoms group of AA will not be meeting this week. If you wish to speak to someone, call 432-371-2073; leave a message and we’ll get back to you. 

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY features local artist Evin Henke as our guest artist for the month of January.   You’ll love her unique style of using local materials.

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD
From Ms. Willmon: BBHS Student Council honored the "A" Honor Roll students with a pizza lunch on Wednesday, January 13. They also presented the "AB" Honor Roll students with packets of cookies and hot chocolate. Way to Go, Paisanos!
Big Bend Episcopal Mission
In-person services at the Terlingua Ghostown Church have been suspended until further notice. Online worship services are available via the St. Paul's Marfa Facebook page on Sundays at 10:30am. We are hopeful to start meeting again in-person beginning with the season of Lent in late February on Sundays at 5pm. Updates will be posted in The Moon. Stay well and be safe.
Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest & Cookies
600 boxes of cookies are headed to a Sales Booth near you in late January and February. Exact locations, dates, and times will be posted here. Boxes of cookies will be $4 and exact change will be appreciated. 

Temporary Closure to Protect Nesting Falcons
Beginning February 1st and continuing through May 31st,  the National Park Service (NPS) will temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons.
https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm

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Big Beer Blow Out - Out With The Old and In With The New!!!!
We brought in a whole lotta high end beers that customers requested and then .... POOF .... those customers disappeared. And we are left with a bunch of overstock on those fancy pants beers. Now is your chance to grab some! While supplies last, we have some Marble Brewing, Santa Fe Brewing, Rogue Dead Guy Brewing, Mi Cheve Brewing and more on sale for 2 for 1. Yep ... you read that right. It’s a TWO'FER on these while they last!!!! Come Slide Thru the Drive Thru and get you some before they are all gone. And as always - PLEASE REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY

Books - LOTS of books - FREE
Literature, history, etc., varying condition
Other miscellaneous FREE stuff
Camper top fits Chevy S-10 Free - you haul
This Saturday (1/23) 9 am to 4 pm
In the Ghostown of Terlingua
Take the road west past the Perry Mansion.

Terlingua Shade Construction 
For shade structure and small building construction please call Mark at (805)448-5832 or Paul at (432) 538-2543. We are metal and wood construction experts.

TERLINGUA TRADING COMPANY
HELP WANTED
Part Time Cleaning Person =Light cleaning tasks, hours are extremely flexible. Please stop by the store for an application!

Far Flung Outdoor Center – Home to Canyon Brew Coffee Shop and Big Bend Casitas.  HIRING:
Front Desk Receptionist/Coffee Shop Barista 25-40 hrs/week 
Housekeeper 25-35 hrs/week
Far Flung wants employees who enjoy staying busy, can work on their feet, and can smile and make genuine connections with their amazing customers - people who take initiative, care about the details and their surroundings.  No experience necessary — training is provided.
If interested, please fill out an application at www.bigbendfarflung.com and stop by or email it to info@bigbendfarflung.com

HELP WANTED Little Burro Country Store
Located on Hwy 118
(across from the American Legion)
2 to 3 days per week in store + various other duties with Jackass Flats.
Please stop by the Burro to fill out application and see PAM GORDON

THE TOWN ELECTRICIAN -- Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504 ME# 326558 Local, Licensed, Insured. thetownelectrician@bigbend.net 432-424-3464 (Home) 432-538-2533 (Cell)
FLACK ELECTRICAL SERVICES -- Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791 Licensed, bonded and insured   940.255.2723

DIG TERLINGUA -- We do Septic Systems and Dirt Work
Backhoe, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.
Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.
We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.
Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046. Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.    713.907.5259

BIG Bend Big FIX 
A regional low cost spay/neuter clinic for pets is coming to Marfa Saturday, February 6, 9 am to 5 pm The cost will be $45 per cat or dog. This event is open to pet owners throughout the tri-county area. Limited financial assistance and pet transportation are available. Vaccines will also be offered. 
Call 432-837-2532 to register, discuss financial support, and obtain directions 
Big Bend Big Fix is hosted by a coalition of rescue organizations with TexPet Shelter Surgical Solutions 

The Brewster County Tourism Council/Visit Big Bend is currently accepting applications for a full-time Administrative Assistant. This position will require 40 hours per week in the BCTC office located in Alpine, TX and may include some weekend and holiday work and travel in the area.   
 Send a resume with 3 references to: Robert Alvarez, Executive Director BCTC, PO Box 479, Alpine, TX 79831. Resumes can also be emailed to: Robert@visitbigbend.com. For a full job description call 432-837-3915 between 9a-5p M-F. Resumes will be accepted through February 1, 2021. EOE. 

The Big Bend Citizens Alliance will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, January 28th at 6PM via ZOOM. We're a public charity supporting the Terlingua Community Garden, Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Recycles, Voices from Both Sides, Terlingua Visual Arts, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, Terlingua Cares, and the Big Bend Covid-19 Pandemic Relief Fund. All are welcome to join this public meeting. For more information, agenda, minutes, and ZOOM credentials, please email <secretary.bbca@gmail.com> or call Sara at 371-2902 with your questions.

From Marfa Public Radio:
Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine in our Big Bend area:
https://marfapublicradio.org/blog/heres-a-breakdown-of-the-coronavirus-vaccine-rollout-in-the-big-bend-region/

This is the link to register for the COVID vaccine once it becomes available in this region:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LXX7S6V

Coronavirus: live updates for the Big Bend region https://bigbendsentinel.com/2020/11/14/coronavirus-live-updates-for-the-big-bend-region/

From the Governor: Texans are expected to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth when inside a commercial entity, building or space open to the public, and in outdoor spaces where maintaining 6 feet of distance from others is not possible.

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Terlingua Moon

Volume 32, No. 2
January 12, 2021 by FreeBird

“How many legs does a dog have if you call his tail a leg? Four. Saying that a tail is a leg doesn't make it a leg.”

-- Abraham Lincoln

PREVENTATIVE CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC. -- The PCHS staff has successfully completed the first shipment of Covid-19 vaccines. 424 doses were administered. We thank all of our staff and volunteers for going above and beyond to make this happen. At this time, we DO NOT have any additional Covid-19 vaccines and we DO NOT yet know when we will receive more.

We thank our communities for being patient during this process. We ask that you DO NOT call our clinics to inquire about the vaccine. We have been overwhelmed with calls and want to be able to take care of our regular day to day activities and appointments.

More information about signing up for a Covid-19 vaccine will be posted here next week so we can prepare for our next shipment.

COVID VACCINE UPDATES – Week 5 allocations have been announced. New shipments are coming to both Presidio and Brewster counties. For more information, you can visit the Texas Department of State Health Services website at: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/news/updates/COVIDVaccineAllocation- Week5.pdf

As of January 10, Brewster County had 881 confirmed cases, including 66 active cases. Please do your part to keep our community safe.

NEWS FROM ANGELFIRE CREATIONS -- We are temporarily closed until further notice. Lynda Daniels has volunteered to go back in the medical field as a respiratory therapist. Please keep her in your prayers as she has been stationed in San Angelo where she will be working the front line with Covid patients. She will return around Valentine’s Day and then quarantine until test results confirm negative. Please continue to keep her in your thoughts.

THE TOWN ELECTRICIAN -- Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504 ME# 326558 Local, Licensed, Insured. thetownelectrician@bigbend.net 432-424-3464 (Home) 432-538-2533 (Cell)

TERLINGUA SHADE CONSTRUCTION -- for shade structure and small building construction please call Mark at (805)448-5832 or Paul at (432) 538-2543. We are metal and wood construction experts.

BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT – the regular meeting of the Brewster County Commissioners Court will be on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings live online at www.brewstercountytx.com or Brewster County, Texas (County’s Facebook page.) Members of the public are also encouraged to participate in public comment by calling 432-538-2028. Agenda Commissioners Court Regular Meeting January 13, 2021

SHOT TIME LIQUORS -- Monday through Saturday 10-9. Just because the Holidays are behind us, does not mean that EGGNOG SEASON is Over!! Heck No! We still have a few precious bottles left. We have some cheap stuff and we still have a few of the Good Stuff left, as well. The weather is unpredictable in January - don’t get caught at home without some yummy Egg Nog Comfort! And as always ... Please Remember To Drink Responsibly.

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY -- is proud to announce we will be hosting a two day oil painting “En Plein Air” workshop on Feb. 11 and 12th taught by artist Marti Anderson. Join us for two days of learning, refining, and connecting. Cost is $200 per student and the class size is limited to 4 artists. For more information or to register, please call 371-2637. You can reach us through Facebook at Marti Anderson - Artist Easel Works or martindRSN@Gmail.com.

Marti’s work can be viewed at the gallery through February 25th. Native to the southwest corner of Colorado and recently moved to Northeast Kansas to be near family, Marty has always been surrounded by nature‘s beauty. She combines observation, passion and sensitivity to her work and delights in working with a plethora of mediums, including oils, pastels, watercolor and mixed media. Animal artistry is what inspires her, and she loves exploring new canvases and mediums for her artwork. She works both in the studio and in “plein air.” Her paintings can be found in private collections throughout the US and abroad. They’ve been exhibited at Earth and Fire Art Gallery in Terlingua, Texas and currently at Kaufman Art Gallery in Tonganoxie, Kansas. She’s a member of the Missouri Valley Impressionist Society and the Colorado Pastel Society.

THE TERLINGUA BOTTOMS GROUP OF AA -- meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. We meet in a group of less than five, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing.

PAISANO POST FROM TERLINGUA CSD --

Ms. Orren: 3rd Six Weeks: A-Honor Roll: 3rd: Melissa, 4th: Michelle, Hank, 5th: Rhylee, 8th: Luna, Shyla, Brooke, 10th: Kaycie, Melenie, and 12th: Taylor, Jakeline

A/B-Honor Roll: 1st: Killian, 2nd: Michael, Aylynn, 3rd: Laiten, Andrew, Alyssa, 4th: Xiomara, Diego, 5th: Irelynn, 6th: Bailee, Desiree, Melody, Asa, 7th: David, Anthony, 8th: Erain, Damian, 9th: Yareli, Laila, 10th: Jenni B., Ethan, Chase, 11th: Karime, Gimena, Chasin, and 12th: Brody, Israel

Ms. Quigg: TCSD students are encouraged to check out library books through our Destiny’s library program. Although students may not physically go to the Library, they may go online and select a book to read. The Librarians are notified that the student wants to check out a book, then the book is delivered to the student. Pretty cool process! All books are checked out for 3 weeks at a time and then they may be re-checked or turned in.

Ms. Willmon: The Mark Kneeskern "Eyeball" Student Art Show will be held virtually this year. It is open to all Big Bend area children ages 5-18. All entries are due to the high school office by January 22. The

 

art show will be displayed in the high school hallway until February 5. It will not be open to the public but will be a virtual show which will be displayed on the school website. Judging will be done virtually on January 30-31. Winners will be announced on February 1.

BIG BEND CITIZENS ALLIANCE -- will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, January 28th at 6PM via ZOOM. We're a public charity supporting the Terlingua Community Garden, Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Recycles, Voices from Both Sides, Terlingua Visual Arts, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, Terlingua Cares, and Big Bend Covid-19 Pandemic Relief Fund. All are welcome to join this public meeting. For more information, agenda, minutes, and ZOOM credentials, please emailsecretary.bbca@gmail.com or call Sara at 371-2902 with your questions.

FLACK ELECTRICAL SERVICES -- Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791 Licensed, bonded and insured
940.255.2723

DIG TERLINGUA -- We do Septic Systems and Dirt Work
Backhoe, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.
Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.
We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.
Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046. Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.
713.907.5259

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO -- our aim is to provide you the most authentic, freshest Mexican food in Terlingua. The taqueria is located in the heart of the ghost town and serves everything from a single taco to fine dinners.

BYOB and make your own party. Expect friendly service and our commitment to food excellence. Outdoor seating is available for dining, or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window. Follow the taqueria on Facebook for the latest updates. Open Wednesday through Sundays 5-10 PM.

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS -- here for you every day of the week for the best breakfasts and lunches in Terlingua. We have amazing views and cooked to order food, made with the freshest ingredients around. And, our coffees and hot chocolates are the real way to start up on these chilly mornings. Our menu includes some of your favorites and specials now and then. We serve only beans from Big Bend Roasters. The best in the region! Smoothies, salads, guac, eggs any way you like them, and a great standard menu. Eat in, take out or have us pack a picnic for you.   Open 7:30 am until 2 pm.

MEALS FOR VETS -- I just wanted to email you all and let you know that Meals for Vets is still here for any of your veterans who may be in need of our services. I also wanted you all to know that our application for services is now on-line at our website www.mealsforvets.org. This makes it easier for a veteran who may be in need of our services to apply and upload any documents that would be required to qualify for services.  Just to refresh, we assist veterans who are primarily under age 60, are struggling financially and cannot afford to access a daily, nutritious meal. We do this by contracting with local meals providers in the area where the veteran resides (e.g., Meals on Wheels) who in-turn, deliver a daily, around noon- time meal to the veteran’s residence five days a week. If a meal provider is not in an area where a veteran resides, we ship precooked, refrigerated meals to the veteran’s residence via Federal Express. Since our founding, Meals for Vets has been privileged to have served nearly 200,000 meals to veterans who might not have been able to access a meal any other way. I appreciate you taking the time out of your schedule to read this and if you have any questions or would like updates on our program, please feel free to email or call me at the number below. Respectfully.  Mike Cagle, Program Director Meals for Vets  103 Industrial Loop, Ste. 1050 Fredericksburg, Texas, 78624 mike@honorveteransnow.org 830-992-3375800-676-1389 Fax 830-992-3374

CASTING CALL for good $$

January 16, 2021

Saturday 11-1pm at offices Brewster County Tourism Council

2209 West Highway 90/Alpine

also:

Saturday 3-5 Terlingua

La Posada Milagro COFFEESHOP IN GHOSTOWN -Espresso y Poco Mas

Film/documentary

Role: “DAN” 45-65 yr old man with white hair/longer if possible 

Piercing blue eyes

NOT TOO MUCH DIALOG

$300/day for about 10 days

Shoot days to be decided 

Probably South County and Terlingua Ranch

Auditions will be moving along. 

Any questions please contact

Mimi Webb Miller

Casting Director 

Mwmcasting@yahoo.com

432/371-2524 or 310/991-0863

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TERLINGUA MOON

January 5, 2021 Voluminous

Edited by Cactus Jane

PDF Version attached

 

“In a world whose absurdity appears to be so impenetrable, we simply must reach a greater degree of understanding, a greater sincerity.  We must achieve this or perish.  To do so, certain conditions must be fulfilled: we must be frank (falsehood confuses things), we must be free (communication is impossible with slaves).  Finally, we must feel a certain justice around for all.” —Albert Camus

 

DB’S RUSTIC IRON BBQ will be closed from Jan. 3 for a while to take a break and celebrate the holidays.  Thank you all for a great year and Happy New Year🥂2021.

 

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO.  As we all look forward to 2021, we hope you'll share some of your time with us.  Our taqueria is located in the heart of the ghost town and serves everything from a single taco to fine dinners.  BYOB and make your own party.  Come see us for the wonderful food and friendly service.  Outdoor seating is available for dining or call in your to go orders at 432 371 2060 and pick up at our drive thru window.  Open Wednesday through Sundays 5-10 p.m.

 

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS.  Welcome to a new year!  Espresso ...Y Poco Mas wishes all our friends and customers the very best.  We will be here serving up Terlingua's best breakfasts and lunches.  We have amazing views and cooked to order food, made with the freshest ingredients around. And our coffees and hot chocolates are the real way to start up on these chilly mornings.  We serve only beans from Big Bend Roasters— the best in the region!  Smoothies, salads, guac, eggs any way you like them, and a great standard menu.  Eat in, take out or have us pack a picnic for you.  

Open 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.  

 

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY will be hosting local artist Evin Henke as our guest artist for the month of January.   You’ll love her unique style of mixing local materials with paint.

 

THE TOWN ELECTRICIAN.  Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504  ME# 326558  Local, Licensed, Insured, thetownelectrician@bigbend.net,  (432) 424-3464 (Home);  (432) 538-2533 (Cell).

 

 

NOW HIRING

 

Terlingua Trading Company

HELP WANTED.  The Terlingua Trading Company needs part time help with light cleaning.  Please stop by the store for an application.

 

Far Flung Outdoor Center – Home to Canyon Brew Coffee Shop and Big Bend Casitas.  HIRING:

Full Time Front Desk Receptionist 30-40 hrs/week 

Coffee Shop Barista 25-30 hrs/week

Housekeeper 25-35 hrs/week

Far Flung wants employees who enjoy staying busy, can work on their feet, and can smile and make genuine connections with the amazing customers - people who take initiative, care about the details and their surroundings.  No experience necessary — training is provided.

If interested, please fill out an application at www.bigbendfarflung.com and stop by or email it to info@bigbendfarflung.com

 

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

Coach Mendoza: 7th grade created their own animal cells out of waffles and candies.

Ms. Crokett-Gilmore: Elementary art students made their own versions of snow globes.

Ms. Willmon: BBHS Student Council Santa Project provided each student in Kindergarten-Grade 4 with a toy to take home.

Our thanks to CASI for their donation to make this project possible.

Ms. Baumann: Marguerite is selling raffle tickets for the Scholarship quilt at her Quilt Shop and she has the quilt up in her shop.

Ms. Orren: Junior High UIL Academics results: Calculator Applications: 6th Grade: Asa(4th), Chess: 6th Grade: Damian(1st), 8th Grade: Erain(2nd), Editorial Writing: 6th Grade: Asa(6th), Listening: 8th Grade: Shyla(4th), Number Sense: 8th Grade: Brooke(5th), Ready Writing: 8th Grade: Luna(1st), Science: 8th Grade: Shyla(3rd), Spelling: 8th Grade: Shyla(2nd)

Elementary UIL Academic results: Chess: 5th Grade: Diana(2nd), Dictionary Skills: 5th Grade: Rhylee(5th), Social Studies: 5th Grade: Exavier(4th)

Ms. Reed: The Class of 2023 earned the following honors at the Rio Grande International Studies Center's 1st Binational Rio Research Roundup Summit held virtually on December 12th: Literary Art: Honorable Mention: Melenie Orozco, Multimedia Presentation: Fiinalists: Edwing Maldonado, Jennifer Contreras, and Giselle Hernandez, 90 sec Video: Honorable Mention: Chase Willard, Jenni Baeza, Kaycie Kruger, and Social Media: Honorable Mention: Haziel Galindo, Neila Aviles, and Ethan Ramirez. There were over 40 teams that competed covering the watershed of the Rio Grande including the states of Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Chihuahua, Coahuila, and Tamaulipas. 

Computer Science classes took a Virtual Field Trip through an Amazon Fulfillment Center in Minneapolis, MN and San Marcos, TX.  They saw how an order goes from screen to delivery truck and were able to ask questions during the event. 

 

Estate Sale.  Another sale is happening for our friend Nita, Friday January 8th & Saturday 9th starting at 10.  The sale will be at her house on the ranch on Beechie Road; first house on the right.  Furniture, clothes, knick knacks for sale.  Please come and support our friend.  She needs to get this stuff sold.  Thank you for your support.

 

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.  Meetings are in a group of less than five, wearing masks, and practicing Social Distancing.

 

RIO GRANDE COG TXCDGB.  Something to look forward to in the New Year.  Rio Grande Council of Governments and Community Development Block Grant Program is hosting a Fair Housing in Far West Texas Conversation, January 27, at 10:30 a.m. CST.  Please join the conversation at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/677211093 or call (312) 757-3121, 677211093#.  Please RSVP to Peggy at peggyo@riocog.org.  Have a Happy end to 2020 and start of 2021!

 

Cenizo Journal.  The latest Cenizo Journal is out even if you’re not.  Find it online at www.CenizoJournal.com or go directly to the new issue at https://joom.ag/ficC. 

 

COVID Updates

Coronavirus testing is back in the tri-county again this week. The times and locations are:
Wednesday, January 6 in Alpine at the Alpine Fire Station at 102 South Second St.
Thursday, January 7 in Marfa at the Marfa Visitors Center at 302 Highland Street.
Friday, January 8 in Fort Davis at the Fort Davis Fire Station at 200 Court Ave.
The sites will run from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. or until testing capacity is reached.  ID is required. Appointments are preferred but not required.  Preregistration can be made online at https://docshealthtesting.com, over the phone at 267-362-5207, or by texting “DOCSTX” to 41411. These will be saliva tests.

 

Texas State plan for Vaccination info here:

https://www.dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/immunize/vaccine.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2EUQb4OjoOUbq_YUsOtjUsbXeMlNBVKhuZN28knlv6PGzhp-QAVKXPP0E

 

CHEERS TO ALL THE EMPLOYERS treating their workers well in these busy, COVID crazy times.  With so much traffic, money, and germs flowing in, employers who pay a fair and decent wage-- even for part timers (the majority)-- get real respect.  This editor urges ALL employers to participate in the “trickle down” effect by giving workers regular bonuses, commissions, and pay raises when business is raking it in.  Help build a stronger, more generous *equitable* community from the bottom up! 

 

H   A   P   P   Y        N  E  W         Y   E   A   R  ! ! !