by Million sMiles

Terlingua MOON

September 14, 2021

Vol.  32       No. 37

Gratitude Bestows reverence, 

allowing us to encounter every day epiphanies . . . those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life in the world -  John Milton

Doc Sam, after 20 years of service to this community, has retired. So we are throwing a Hootenanny on Sept 19th, 5-7 and on. It will be held at the Horseshoe Pit across from the Starlight. It will be a Potluck, bring your favorite dish. Food will also be donated by Chili Pepper Cafe, DB's BBQ, Starlight and Long Draw Pizza. BYOB, Bring an instrument, and your furry family member., as long as they don't eat the other furry ones or their humans. 

Dutch Oven Cook-off Potluck Weekend!

October 8, 9, 10th, 2021

Music & Art Show and Much Much More!

$10 wristbands for sale at the gate 

Featuring - 

The Derailers from Austin, Texas

The Sarah Burton Band from Canada

Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks

with 20 of our local Best Big Bend Musicians and Artisans 

presented by Jackass Flats Improvement Association

Event held at the Little Burro Country Store/Pavilion off Hwy 118  

50 miles south of Alpine, Texas on Terlingua Ranch

Cook-off Entry forms available at the Little Burro Country Store, 

Camping reservations available through HipCamp.com

Jackass Flats lodging available through airbnb.com

            Schedule of Events Below:

Friday, October 8th

Goat Roping   5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

The Sarah Burton Band – 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.  

Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks 9:15/9:30 – 11:15/11:30 p.m.          

Saturday, October 9th

Breakfast at The American Legion 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Morning Time Goat Roping  / Wagon Rides

Tin Barn & Forge Art Show   10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Chicken Shit Bingo 

JAF Music Camp Sites 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.  featuring Our Local Musicians

Scott Walker & the Edge of Texas Band 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.   (Pavilion Stage)

Dutch Oven Judging 6:00 p.m. at the Jackass Flats Pavilion

Potluck/Dutch Ovens included at 7:00 p.m.

The Derailers   8:00 – 9:30 p.m.   (Pavilion Stage)

Sunday, October 10th

Breakfast at The American Legion 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Cowboy Church & Gospel Music @ Pavilion  10:00 – 11:00 a.m.    All are welcome!

Burro Races at Jackass Downs at 12:00 noon  (Entries may Run with Burro, ride your burro or drive your burro)

Art show at Tin Barn till 3:00 p.m.  

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)

Cactus Farm

Monday Sept 20th Full Moon Party/potluck.

Bring a dish to share.

(A small donation placed in the jar at beginning of food table to help with Cactus Farm elec. and costs would be greatly appreciated.)

Potluck theme is Mediterranean.

Schedule for this week at the Starlight: 

Thursday Sept 16th: Moses Martinez

Friday Sept. 17th: Doug Strahan and the Good Neighbours

Saturday Sept. 18th: Hollin McKay

Monday Sept. 20th: Laird Considine

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a "telephone meeting" instead, 432-371-2073. Leave a message and we'll get back to you.

Milky Way Treats will be selling fresh pastries every Saturday, from 9 AM til sell out. The cart will be parked in the Bee Mountain Hardwood store parking area, next-door to Sandy’s shop. We sell fresh made cinnamon rolls, kolaches, breakfast pastries, cakes and more! Bring your own cup, and we have coffee for $1! Hope to see you Saturday, Gracias Terlingua! 

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

Many Stones has a new shipment of pocket and sheath knives. Many nice 

succulents, dry beans and new rock bead earrings, necklaces and bracelets.

Also several new guitars.

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

The Senior Class and their Sponsor, Ms. Juanita Mendoza, made and delivered a lasagna lunch to law enforcement officers and first responders to honor their service and in remembrance of 9/11.

The Purobots, the BBHS Robotics Team, and their Sponsor Mr. Anthenat will be working towards competing in-person this year in El Paso. Their season will include meets on November 6th, December 4th, January 15th, and the League Championship held at UTEP on February 5th. 

Coach Nate Simons and Coach Melisa Simons took their Cross Country athletes on a Trail Run Field trip and swim on Saturday the 11th in Lajitas. Their first Cross Country meet will be in Presidio on the 18th. 

14 students from grades 10th, 11th, and 12th took the ASVAB Career Exploration exam on September 7th. A representative from the Armed Services came from El Paso to administer the exam and Ms. Jennifer Pena, school counselor, organized this event. 

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church

The Big Bend Episcopal Mission's Father Mike Wallens will celebrate Holy Eucharist on Wednesday, September 15th at 5pm. All are welcome and Bilingual Prayer books are available. The schedule of services, in the months to come, will be 1st Wednesdays at 5pm: Rosary Prayer Service-Bilingual and 3rd Wednesdays at 5pm: Holy Eucharist Service-Bilingual. The Episcopal Church welcomes all.

Espresso ... y poco mas

The Ghost Town's popular breakfast and lunch destination 

Everything is cooked to order and with the freshest ingredients.

Add that our coffee is the very best found in the region.

7:30 am until 2 pm seven days a week.  Great views, nice people and shady outdoor seating.   Come see us!

Taqueria El Milagro

Get your tacos (all kinds) elote, steaks, stuffed baked potatoes and more.   We also have a few new menu items including a Mexican shrimp cocktail!

Join us for authentic Mexican food in a great outdoor setting Wednesdays through Sundays 4 pm until 9 pm.   BYOB and make a party!

Drive thru window for to go orders. Call 432 372 2060.

Countywide Burn Ban has been extended as of  September 8, 2021.

http://www.brewstercountytx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Order-Prohibiting-Outdoor-Burning-as-of-Sept.-8-2021.pdf

For prescribed Burns, please call: Dispatch 432-837-5541

Earth and Fire Gallery

Terlingua 100% pure homegrown art now showing at Earth and Fire Gallery next to the Starlight in the Ghost town. This month features Zoey Sexton and her gorgeous leatherwork-- hand crafted, each one unique! Also showing is Molly Dumas:  cockamamie cat food can dioramas, colorful hanging lids and fresh air watercolors. Constantly updated artworks by local artists make each trip in a fun excursion; stop on in and start seeing about filling out that Christmas list!

All Energies: Solar Power & More
In stock at All Energies: Outback FlexMax 80 charge controller $485 each + tax.  Brand new REC Solar Panels are in stock and available for just $260 per panel (tax included). Each panel is approximately 65 inches long and 40 inches wide. For more information, or if you’ve got questions about solar power, email us at TerlinguaSolar@gmail.com or text 432-242-1874 today. If you’d rather come see us in person, our warehouse at 52035 State Highway 118 will be open on Tuesday and Thursday from 10AM to 3PM.

Memorial Service for Mike Black 

Oct. 9th, 5:30pm       Terlingua Tx 

Come together and celebrate with us as we celebrate our son, our brother, our friend, Mike Black. 

At 5:30 we will gather at the Terlingua Ghost Town Cemetery to place Mike's ashes and leave mementos.  Per Mike's wishes, ashes will also be scattered among the Lower Canyons by friends who will have headed out that morning. 

From the cemetery we will gather at the Horseshoe Pits below the Starlight Theater in Terlingua to celebrate Mike as he takes his journey on the Rio Grand. We'll enjoy food from DB's Rustic Iron Bbq and sweets from Valerie Stanley of Milky Way Treats. And of course, potlucks are always welcomed an much appreciated!

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Terlingua Moon
Volume 32, No. 36
September 7, 2021 by FreeBird

“Nature is cruel, but we don't have to be.”
-- Temple Grandin

Regular Meeting of the Brewster County Commissioners Court –– will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 9:30 A.M. at the Brewster County Commissioners Courtroom.  Members of the public are encouraged to watch meetings live online.  For the agenda and how to watch, go to Brewster County Commissioners Court. 

NEW Hours of Operation –– The City of Alpine is expanding the Recycling Center Operating Hours.  (The Recycling Center ONLY services City of Alpine and Brewster County Residents.  Be prepared to present a City utility bill or proof of residence.)
Effective Sept. 1st, 2021:
New Hours of Operation:
Tuesday – Saturday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Last load 4:50 pm)
Closed Sunday – Monday
    For more information, visit:  https://www.cityofalpine.com/departments/keep_alpine_beautiful_alpine_recycles!/index.php.

Help the Tri-County Voter Promoters –– Get Online Deputy Voter Registrar Training.

        The Travis County Tax Assessors Office is holding online (Zoom) events that you can register for.  The zoom training lasts about one hour, after which you are mailed a deputy voter registrar certificate for Travis County.  This certificate can be used to register voters in Travis County, but it can also be presented to Tax Assessors or Voter Administrators in other counties, who will then, at your request, give you a deputy voter registrar certificate to use to register voters in their county.  This is the way that members of our group became deputy voter registrars in Jeff Davis, Brewster, and Presidio counties last year.

        Upcoming training sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, September 7th, at 10:30 A.M. and 6:30 P.M.; and Saturday, September 11th, at 10:30 A.M.  You can go to the website of the Travis County Tax Assessors Office to register.  The link below brings up a web page with a link that says:  Reserve your spot to attend.  Clicking on this link brings up a list of training sessions by date.  Just click on the one with the date and time you want and fill out the requested information.  You do need to join the zoom session promptly at the appropriate time, and participate in the session until the end, or you will not be sent the certificate.  Some of these sessions do fill up, so sign up for the session you want as early as possible.  The training is very helpful, and very professionally done.

        Obviously, another very straightforward way to become a deputy registrar is to get certified at the appropriate tax assessors’ or voter administrators’ office in Fort Davis, Alpine, or Marfa.  If you choose this way, you will be required to answer test questions after reading state rules and regulations that apply to deputy voter registrars.

        Please take the time to become a deputy voter registrar, and help us register voters during September, 2021, National Voter Registration Month. It is well worth the effort:  Volunteer Deputy Voter Registrar.

Paisano Post –– from Terlingua CSD.  Student Council officers for the 2021-2022 school year: President-Gimena Garcia, Vice President-Jenni Baeza, Secretary-Kaycie Krueger, and Treasurer-Giselle Hernandez. Their sponsor is Mr. Adam Daley.

        Elementary and Middle school students will begin preparing for UIL academic contests this fall.  Both competitions will be held in early December with the elementary event in Sanderson and the middle school event in Comstock.  Ms. Christin Orren is the Elementary and Middle School UIL Academic Coordinator.  Go Paisanos!

Dutch Oven Cook-off Potluck Weekend ––  October 8, 9, 10th, 2021.  Music & Art Show and much much more!  $10 wristbands for sale at the gate.  Featuring: The Derailers from Austin, Texas; The Sarah Burton Band from Canada; Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks . . . with 20 of our local Best Big Bend Musicians and Artisans.  Presented by Jackass Flats Improvement Association.  Event held at the Little Burro Country Store/Pavilion off Hwy 118.  50 miles south of Alpine, Texas on Terlingua Ranch.  Cook-off entry forms available at the Little Burro Country Store.  Camping reservations available through HipCamp.com.  Jackass Flats lodging available through airbnb.com.

Many Stones –– just got a new shipment of rocks and minerals.  Ring no longer sells eggs but has lots of nice gift items and plants.  Also four spools of barbed wire, a number of fish tanks with the "stuff" and washer, dryer and small fridge.

        CW Jeffrey has an as new queen bed for sale $400.00, and an over 100-year old red glass dinner set made by Glcoloc of France, plus an antique cedar chest.  You have to go see these items.  He has the first house on Ross Drive across from the BBQ on 170.  Speak to him loudly...he is deaf.

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)

Earth and Fire Gallery –– here’s hoping you will join us as we welcome Molly and Zoey at a guest of the month reception on Saturday, September 11.  About 6 P.M. ‘til whenever.  Oh, the fun we’ll have!

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA –– meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte.  We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.  If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a "telephone meeting" instead, 432-371-2073.  Leave a message and we'll get back to you.

Shot Time Liquors –– With the exception of barbecued meats, if you are smoking it we are accessorizing it!  We have a new selection of ashtrays, glass storage containers, various scented smoke-eliminating candles, new glow-in-the-dark cigarette cases, and dug outs ready for *whatever* you're putting in them.  New cigars have just arrived; several varieties of Deadwood and Room 101 cigars are in stock in limited quantities.  Crown Royal “ready to drink” 4 pks (12 oz cans) were $18 w/ tax for cola, peach, and apple on sale now for $13!  Come check out the rest of our ready to drink selection for these great flavors: vodka soda, tequila paloma, gin & tonic, vodka mule, and tequila margarita!

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 –– Join us for authentic Mexican food in a great outdoor setting Wednesdays through Sundays 4 P.M. until 9 P.M.  We also have a drive thru window for to go orders. Call 432 372 2060 to order.  Get your tacos (all kinds) elote, steaks, stuffed baked potatoes and more.  BYOB and make a party!

Espresso ... y poco mas –– the go to place in the Ghost Town for the best coffee in Terlingua.  We also serve a full breakfast menu as well as a great lunch menu.  All cooked to order!  7:30 A.M. until 2 P.M., seven days week.  While you here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers and super comfortable outdoor seating in the shade.  Located in the Ghost Town.

Send news for the MOON to terlinguamoon@gmail.com by NOON Mondays. 
Please, no fancy fonts or PDFs!  Find us on the web:  theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com.

 

TERLINGUA MOON

by Terlingua Thinking Team
8/30/21

"Don't give up on this year. Keep fighting for the good. Keep showing up. Keep loving. Keep giving back. Keep being kind. Keep being brave. Keep caring. Keep trying new things. Keep showing grace. Keep on. This world needs you to believe in the good." - Rachel Mare Martin, The Brave Art of Motherhood, findingjoy.net

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD
From Mrs. Baumann:  Sixth graders will be showing off their reading topic quilts they created as fifth graders on the Terlingua CSD website.
From Mrs. Reed: The junior class held their class election for officers and the results are as follows: President-Chase Willard, Vice-President-Ethan Ramirez, Secretary-Jenni Baeza, Treasurer-Melenie Orozco, and Student Council Class Representative-Melenie Orozco. 
From Mrs. Orren- Student Council Middle School representatives, voted on by the 5th-8th graders, are Nereida Ramirez and Asa Reed. 
Middle School Quote of the Week comes from 6th grader-Phillip Orren. "Thanks for the cupcakes, Phillip! Did everyone sing Happy Birthday to you?"
Phillip-"I wouldn't exactly call it singing. They more like-screamed Happy Birthday at me."

Dutch Oven Cook-off Potluck Weekend! October 8, 9, 10th, 2021

Music & Art Show and Much Much More! $10 wristbands for sale at the gate Featuring -
The Derailers from Austin, Texas, The Sarah Burton Band from Canada, Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks, with 20 of our local Best Big Bend Musicians and Artisans, presented by Jackass Flats Improvement Association

Event held at the Little Burro Country Store/Pavilion off Hwy 118, 50 miles south of Alpine, Texas on Terlingua Ranch. Cook-off Entry forms available at the Little Burro Country Store. Camping reservations available through HipCamp.com. Jackass Flats lodging available through airbnb.com

Schedule of Events below:
Friday, October 8th
Goat Roping   5:00 – 8:00 p.m. The Sarah Burton Band – 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.   Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks 9:15/9:30 – 11:15/11:30 p.m.          

Saturday, October 9th
Breakfast at The American Legion 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Morning Time Goat Roping  / Wagon Rides. Tin Barn & Forge Art Show   10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Chicken Shit Bingo. JAF Music Camp Sites 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.  featuring Our Local Musicians. Scott Walker & the Edge of Texas Band 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.   (Pavilion Stage). Dutch Oven Judging 6:00 p.m. at the Jackass Flats Pavilion. Potluck/Dutch Ovens included at 7:00 p.m. The Derailers   8:00 – 9:30 p.m.   (Pavilion Stage)

Sunday, October 10th
Breakfast at The American Legion 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Cowboy Church & Gospel Music @ Pavilion  10:00 – 11:00 a.m.    All are welcome! Burro Races at Jackass Downs at 12:00 noon  (Entries may Run with Burro, ride your burro or drive your burro). Skeet Shoot at 1:30 p.m. at the American Legion. Art show at Tin Barn till 3:00 p.m. 

Starlight:
Thursday Sept. 2 - Terlinguanas
Friday Sept. 3/ Saturday Sept 4 - Bruce Salmon
Sunday Sept 5th - Nita's birthday Party with performance by Kathy Bauer and Michael Broussard
Monday Sept 6th - Marc Utter 

Taqueria El Milagro
We're back from vacation and reopening this Wednesday 4 p.m. to 9 pm. through Sundays.
Join us for authentic Mexican food in a great outdoor setting! We specialize in tacos (all kinds), elote, chili rellenos,  steaks, plus stuffed baked potatoes,  burgers and hot dogs. Everyone will find something they love. BYOB and make your own party.  . Drive through/to go orders.  432 371 2060.

Espresso ... y poco mas
We're a favorite breakfast and lunch establishment in the center of the Ghost Town.

Cold drinks, smoothies, plus the best coffee in town. Breakfast and lunch is made to  order with the freshest ingredients and homecoming  We have a full breakfast and lunch menu with everything from eggs cooked to order and fantastic sandwiches and salads at lunch time.  We also have a selection of homemade pastries.

7:30 am until 2 pm seven days week.  While you here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers and super comfortable outdoor seating in the shade.  Located in the Ghost Town.

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)

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

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghosttown Church
The Big Bend Episcopal Mission will resume services starting in September through May. All are welcome and masks are encouraged.
1st Wednesdays: Rosary Prayer Service at 5pm. Bilingual and rosary beads will be available.
3rd Wednesdays: Holy Eucharist Service at 5pm. Bilingual prayer books available.
Services will be led by Father Mike Wallens from St. Paul's in Marfa. 

Shot Time Liquors
With the exception of barbecued meats, if you are smoking it, we are accessorizing it! We have a new selection of ashtrays, glass storage containers, various scented smoke-eliminating candles, new glow in the dark cigarette cases, and dug outs. New cigars are ordered and due to arrive any moment; several varieties of Deadwood and Room 101 cigars will be available with those but in limited quantities. Crown Royal “ready to drink” 4 pks (12 oz cans) are $18 w/ tax included for cola, peach, and apple. Come check out the rest of our ready to drink selection for these great flavors: vodka soda, tequila paloma, gin & tonic, vodka mule, and tequila margarita!

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA
meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a "telephone meeting" instead, 432-371-2073. Leave a message and we'll get back to you. 

Far Flung Outdoor Center
We have positions available for individuals looking for Flexible schedules and/or Flexible responsibilities.  Everything from Coffee Shop mornings to shuttle driving (with approved driving record.)  Always an adventure! Download an application from https://bigbendfarflung.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Far-Flung-Outdoor-Center-Employment-Application.pdf  or drop in and pick up an application at our office at 23310 FM 170, Terlingua, Texas. 

Big Bend Chamber of Commerce 
The annual membership meeting of the Big Bend Chamber of Commerce will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 at the Chisos Basin Amphitheater in Big Bend National Park.  The meeting will start with a social time at 5:00 pm followed by the meeting beginning at 5:30 pm.  Food will be provided.  Big Bend National Park will provide free entrance for BBCC members attending the meeting.  Bob Krumenaker, BBNP Superintendent, will update the membership on planned major improvements to park infrastructure.  He will also lead us in a discussion about an exciting opportunity to protect the wild heart of the national park.  For more information, please email Sandy Price at chamberofcommercebigbend@gmail.com or Marilynn Anthenat at mka@bleylengineering.com.  Please join us!in an application soon at Far Flung Outdoor Center, 23310 FM 170.

Next MOON: Send MOON news by Monday NOON for that week’s MOON. PLEASE no PDFs or fancy fonts! terlinguamoon@gmail.com. We are on the web at: theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com

Terlingua Moon 8/30/21

TERLINGUA MOON

by Terlingua Thinking Team

8/30/21

"Don't give up on this year. Keep fighting for the good. Keep showing up. Keep loving. Keep giving back. Keep being kind. Keep being brave. Keep caring. Keep trying new things. Keep showing grace. Keep on. This world needs you to believe in the good." - Rachel Mare Martin, The Brave Art of Motherhood, findingjoy.net

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD

From Mrs. Baumann:  Sixth graders will be showing off their reading topic quilts they created as fifth graders on the Terlingua CSD website.

From Mrs. Reed: The junior class held their class election for officers and the results are as follows: President-Chase Willard, Vice-President-Ethan Ramirez, Secretary-Jenni Baeza, Treasurer-Melenie Orozco, and Student Council Class Representative-Melenie Orozco. 

From Mrs. Orren- Student Council Middle School representatives, voted on by the 5th-8th graders, are Nereida Ramirez and Asa Reed. 

Middle School Quote of the Week comes from 6th grader-Phillip Orren. "Thanks for the cupcakes, Phillip! Did everyone sing Happy Birthday to you?"

Phillip-"I wouldn't exactly call it singing. They more like-screamed Happy Birthday at me."

Dutch Oven Cook-off Potluck Weekend! October 8, 9, 10th, 2021

Music & Art Show and Much Much More! $10 wristbands for sale at the gate Featuring -

The Derailers from Austin, Texas, The Sarah Burton Band from Canada, Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks, with 20 of our local Best Big Bend Musicians and Artisans, presented by Jackass Flats Improvement Association

Event held at the Little Burro Country Store/Pavilion off Hwy 118, 50 miles south of Alpine, Texas on Terlingua Ranch. Cook-off Entry forms available at the Little Burro Country Store. Camping reservations available through HipCamp.com. Jackass Flats lodging available through airbnb.com

Schedule of Events below:

Friday, October 8th

Goat Roping   5:00 – 8:00 p.m. The Sarah Burton Band – 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.   Niko Laven & the Boom Chucks 9:15/9:30 – 11:15/11:30 p.m.          

Saturday, October 9th

Breakfast at The American Legion 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Morning Time Goat Roping  / Wagon Rides. Tin Barn & Forge Art Show   10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Chicken Shit Bingo. JAF Music Camp Sites 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.  featuring Our Local Musicians. Scott Walker & the Edge of Texas Band 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.   (Pavilion Stage). Dutch Oven Judging 6:00 p.m. at the Jackass Flats Pavilion. Potluck/Dutch Ovens included at 7:00 p.m. The Derailers   8:00 – 9:30 p.m.   (Pavilion Stage)

Sunday, October 10th

Breakfast at The American Legion 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Cowboy Church & Gospel Music @ Pavilion  10:00 – 11:00 a.m.    All are welcome! Burro Races at Jackass Downs at 12:00 noon  (Entries may Run with Burro, ride your burro or drive your burro). Skeet Shoot at 1:30 p.m. at the American Legion. Art show at Tin Barn till 3:00 p.m. 

Starlight:

Thursday Sept. 2 - Terlinguanas

Friday Sept. 3/ Saturday Sept 4 - Bruce Salmon

Sunday Sept 5th - Nita's birthday Party with performance by Kathy Bauer and Michael Broussard

Monday Sept 6th - Marc Utter 

Taqueria El Milagro

We're back from vacation and reopening this Wednesday 4 p.m. to 9 pm. through Sundays.

Join us for authentic Mexican food in a great outdoor setting! We specialize in tacos (all kinds), elote, chili rellenos,  steaks, plus stuffed baked potatoes,  burgers and hot dogs. Everyone will find something they love. BYOB and make your own party.  . Drive through/to go orders.  432 371 2060.

Espresso ... y poco mas

We're a favorite breakfast and lunch establishment in the center of the Ghost Town.

Cold drinks, smoothies, plus the best coffee in town. Breakfast and lunch is made to  order with the freshest ingredients and homecoming  We have a full breakfast and lunch menu with everything from eggs cooked to order and fantastic sandwiches and salads at lunch time.  We also have a selection of homemade pastries.

7:30 am until 2 pm seven days week.  While you here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers and super comfortable outdoor seating in the shade.  Located in the Ghost Town.

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)

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

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghosttown Church

The Big Bend Episcopal Mission will resume services starting in September through May. All are welcome and masks are encouraged.

1st Wednesdays: Rosary Prayer Service at 5pm. Bilingual and rosary beads will be available.

3rd Wednesdays: Holy Eucharist Service at 5pm. Bilingual prayer books available.

Services will be led by Father Mike Wallens from St. Paul's in Marfa. 

Shot Time Liquors

With the exception of barbecued meats, if you are smoking it, we are accessorizing it! We have a new selection of ashtrays, glass storage containers, various scented smoke-eliminating candles, new glow in the dark cigarette cases, and dug outs. New cigars are ordered and due to arrive any moment; several varieties of Deadwood and Room 101 cigars will be available with those but in limited quantities. Crown Royal “ready to drink” 4 pks (12 oz cans) are $18 w/ tax included for cola, peach, and apple. Come check out the rest of our ready to drink selection for these great flavors: vodka soda, tequila paloma, gin & tonic, vodka mule, and tequila margarita!

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA

meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a "telephone meeting" instead, 432-371-2073. Leave a message and we'll get back to you. 

Far Flung Outdoor Center

We have positions available for individuals looking for Flexible schedules and/or Flexible responsibilities.  Everything from Coffee Shop mornings to shuttle driving (with approved driving record.)  Always an adventure! Download an application from https://bigbendfarflung.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Far-Flung-Outdoor-Center-Employment-Application.pdf  or drop in and pick up an application at our office at 23310 FM 170, Terlingua, Texas. Send in an application soon at Far Flung Outdoor Center, 23310 FM 170.

Big Bend Chamber of Commerce 

The annual membership meeting of the Big Bend Chamber of Commerce will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 at the Chisos Basin Amphitheater in Big Bend National Park.  The meeting will start with a social time at 5:00 pm followed by the meeting beginning at 5:30 pm.  Food will be provided.  Big Bend National Park will provide free entrance for BBCC members attending the meeting.  Bob Krumenaker, BBNP Superintendent, will update the membership on planned major improvements to park infrastructure.  He will also lead us in a discussion about an exciting opportunity to protect the wild heart of the national park.  For more information, please email Sandy Price at chamberofcommercebigbend@gmail.com or Marilynn Anthenat at mka@bleylengineering.com.  Please join us!

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