The Terlingua Moon
“In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety.” -- Abraham Maslow
San Vicente ISD Trip Fundraiser
Our little school is located in the heart of Big Bend National Park, Texas. We are one of the most remote and unique school districts in Texas. We are raising money to send our 8th grade students on a trip to make memories and build on a lifetime of experiences. Visit our school district website to learn more about school district - www.svisd.com.
Please consider being a supporter. Can’t make a purchase or contribute a donation? Please share this fundraiser. Sharing is one of the best ways to help raise funds for San Vicente ISD.
The link to our fundraiser is https://www.customink.com/
Terlingua Film Event
Join us for the Far West Texas premiere of the sci-fi thriller The Ghost Lights about the mysterious phantom lights of the Big Bend, filmed in Terlingua! Filmmakers Timothy Stevens and John Francis McCullagh in attendance.
Friday Dec 3rd at 9PM CST
Starlight Theatre - Terlingua, TX
Free Admission
https://www.spectrographfilms.
Narrative Feature | Sci-Fi Drama | Written and Directed by Timothy Stevens
Starring Billy Blair, Katreeva Phillips, John Francis McCullagh
A journalist returns home after the death of her father and discovers a mysterious cassette tape describing strange disappearances and mysterious lights appearing in the skies of West Texas. In an effort to connect with the memory of her late father, she sets out on a cross-state road trip to discover the truth.
Covid Shots Nov. 10 Thanks
A great crew from the National Guard that reached out to our community today! They provided 1st time shots as well as Booster shots to 83 individuals!
Another Booster Clinic is tentatively being planned for Dec. 9th. If you know you’re interested it’s not too early to contact Karla Cay Cummings-Krull at Krullcc@gmail.com. She needs to contact them by Dec 6th with tentative numbers.
Also a special thanks to Espresso y Poco Mas for providing breakfast to the guys and Big Bend Church for the use of their facility and Molly Dumas for coordinating! It’s all about community!
The Town Electrician
Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504 ME# 326558 Local, Licensed, Insured
thetownelectrician@bigbend.net
Recycle Trailer
We will be open again next Saturday, Nov. 20 from 10 to Noon. We are staring later as we haven’t had any business before 10 or later anyway and it’s also a bit warmer by then. We will be closed Thanksgiving week as no one will be here to open up. We’ll start again the week after and will see how it goes.
Ken and Joee Barnes Scholarship
A record year, folks. We earned $3213 for Terlingua High School graduates!!
Darren won the Cribbage tournament & Devo won the Horseshoe Tournament.
HUGE THANKS to the local businesses and friends that made it possible: Starlight Theatre, Trading Company, Far Flung Outdoor Center, Big Bend River Tours, DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ, Cottonwood Grocery Store, High Sierra, Espresso y Poco Mass, Chili Pepper, Big Bend Motor Inn, Bee Mountain Hardware, Milky Way Treats, Ring, Linda & Lico, Pam, Bryn, Kathy, Paula, Devo, Lauren and Hayley…
Cactus Farm Full Moon Potluck
Nov. 21st at 6.30 pm
Bring a dish to share and BYOB Thanksgiving theme.
Please remember to smoke in designated area only so that all in our community can attend the meal. Some friends are highly susceptible to health issues due to smoke. Thank you.
Terlingua Bottoms Group
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
Our wine of the month Vara, is brought to you by Mano Wine & Spirits. They have two new labels for all to try. The first is an extremely yummy Cabernet called Guelbenzo Evo. The second is a Garnacho Rosado that has to be tried if you love a good rose. We still have our $10 sale going for the 4pks of Bacardi, Cutwater, and Crown. Remember: Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder & drink responsibly.
Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD
Nine UpWard Bound students attended the UpWard Bound Saturday program at Sul Ross on Nov. 13. The other participating high schools were Van Horn and Sierra Blanca.
Middle School Field Day, for grades 5th-8th, will be held Thursday afternoon from 12:00pm - 3:30pm. Families, friends, and community members are invited to attend. A concession stand will be available. Thursday is National Parent Involvement Day.
Middle school and high school athletes have started practicing after school in preparation for their up-coming basketball season.
2nd Six Weeks: All A’s Honor Roll: 1st- Benjamin, 3rd- Aylynn, 4th- Andrew, Laiten, Jake, Melissa, 5th- Hank, 7th - Melody, Rhylee, Philip, 9th- Brooke, Luna, Shyla, and 12th - Zach. Way to go, Paisanos!
Santa Inez-Ghostown Church
All are welcome on November 17th, 3rd Wednesday, at 5pm for Evening Prayer. There will not be communion at this service. Bilingual prayer books are available. Visitors always welcome.
Many Stones
Many items from estate of CW Jeffrey for sale at Many Stones. Camp propane stove, desk lamps, file cabinet with top opening and locking box, fishing tackle and small items. Very cheap.
Espresso ... y poco mas
Get your day going with the best coffee in town. We use only Big Bend Roasters coffee and make coffees any way you like it. It’s made to order just like everything on our menu. Freshest ingredients and homemade!Super views from the heart of the ghost town, free wifi and open 7:30am until 2pm seven days week.And, we pack picnics, too! Come see us!
Taqueria El Milagro
Located in the ghost town, we are your go to for super tacos, steaks, amazing sides, Mexican shrimp cocktails and more. There is something for everyone. Whether you want a snack or a full dinner, this is the place. BYOB and make a party in our great outdoor setting.
Wednesdays to Sundays 4 pm until 9 pm. Drive thru window for to go orders. Call 432 372 2060.
Flack Electrical Services
Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791 Licensed, bonded and insured 940.255.2723
Yard Sale
Saturday, November 20th, 9:00 am until noon. Located in Bee Mountain parking lot in front of Sandy’s.
All Energies: Solar Power & More
In stock at All Energies: MidNite Solar 60A DIY Charge Controller with MPPT $348.47 (tax included). All Energies 3,000 watt, 24 volt, pure sine wave inverter charger with built in 60 amp MPPT charge controller, $640.29 (tax included). Brand new Aptos 400 watt, Solar Panels are in stock and available for just $295 per panel (tax included). Each panel is approximately 79 inches long and 39.5 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.
Busy Thanksgiving Expected
Large numbers of visitors historically travel to Big Bend National Park during the last weeks of November. Big Bend is experiencing record visitation, and visitors who plan on a November visit should be prepared for full campgrounds, lodging, and limited parking.
To view the full news release, please visit the Big Bend National Park news release page:
https://www.nps.gov/bibe/
EARTH and Fire Gallery
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