Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
The Terlingua Moon
March 9, 2020--Vol. 31, #10
Next MOON: Send MOON news by Monday NOON for that week’s MOON. Please no PDFs or fancy fonts!
Starlight Happenings
Monday 3/9: Laird Considine
Tuesday: T'Rio
Wednesday: Weege & The Wondertwins
Thursday & Friday: The Dirty Rain Revelers
Saturday & Sunday: Doug Strahan & Johnny Dango
Monday 3/16: Claudia Gibson
The art of Marc English is up through 3/15
The Starlight Theatre and Bar opens each evening at 5. Dinner 5-10. Full bar until Midnight (1 a.m. on Saturday). Dinner Reservations for 10 or more: terlinguastarlight@gmail.com. PLUS! The Cantina is open in addition to the restaurant. Cantina bar opens at 4. Cantina Grill at 5. (No reservations for Cantina) Just show up and have a wonderful time!
Espresso ... y poco mas!
From 7:30 am until 2 pm every day, we’re at our Ghost Town post serving up the freshest, best cooked to order food in Terlingua. Big Bend Roasters coffee fantastic breakfasts with eggs any way you like them or our famous French toast. At lunch, get a loaded sandwich or one of our specials. We have homemade pastries, too! We pack picnics to go for your trip to the Park. Enjoy the free wifi, buy newspapers or just meet some new people sitting in the shade.
Taqueria El Milagro
Open every day this week 4 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Our tacos are simply the best. Everything home cooked with amazing side dishes like loaded baked potatoes, best guacamole around. We serve up some hot dogs too. We also offer a drive through window. Welcome to Spring Break!
Espresso ... y poco mas!
Welcome Spring Breakers! We are open from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. seven days a week for breakfast and lunch. Serving up the best food in the Ghostown, , we use the best coffee (only Big Bend Roasters) and cook everything to order using only the freshest ingredients. Get your homemade pastries, eggs any way you like them, salads, sandwiches, burritos or even picnics to go.
We offer free wifi, newspapers and friendly service not to mention a great view of the Chisos. Hang 0out, drink coffee, meet new people.
See you this week!
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.
FREE Medical Clinic -- One day only. Free Medical Clinic Tuesday March 10th 10:00am - 6:30pm. At Big Bend Church
Dr Bart Pate is with the John Peter Smith Health Network in Ft. Worth Texas.
He will be leading a mission team of 40 people!! - Doctors, interns, nurses, lab techs etc.
at Big Bend Church seeing people for free!!!
Services -- Doctor exam consultation
Blood work
A1C glucose blood work
Ultrasound diagnostic testing
There is no cost come to the church to be seen this ONE DAY ONLY. First come first served. If you need a particular time you need to come to the church to talk to the team to set up.
Make it worth their time to come here to help our communities in the area and they may come back.
Big Bend Church will help with transportation from Terlingua Ranch area,
Call Anna Marie Posey at 432/371-2146 by Monday evening if you need transportation and leave a message and she will call back to schedule and coordinate.
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.
SHOT TIME LIQUOR STORE
Monday to Saturday 10 to 9. We can supply all of your Adult Beverage needs. Beer, Liquor of all sizes and type, wine in bottles and cans. We have all of the new Hard Seltzer favorites to choose from! Check out our new Re-Cool coolers from Igloo. Made from biodegradable materials. Very durable - holds up to 75 lbs. dry it out and it is good to go again. How COOL is that!!!
Brewster County Commissioner Sara Allen Colando will hold office hours every Monday from 8AM to 3PM at the South Brewster County Emergency Response Center (a/k/a Terlingua Fire & EMS headquarters). Please stop by with your questions and concerns. You can also call 371-3103 during office hours, or email colando@co.brewster.tx.us any time.
There will be a special presentation by the Big Bend Regional Hospital District to the residents of South Brewster County on Thursday, March 12th at the Red Pattillo community center. The presentation will begin at 9:30 AM. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. If you have questions or would like more information, please email colando@co.brewster.tx.us any time.
The Farmers' Market is open every Saturday from 10AM - 1PM at the Terlingua Community Garden in the Ghost Town. A great place to buy and sell fresh eggs, locally grown fruits & vegetables, unique art & handicrafts, and delicious baked goods. Shop LOCAL! Vendor fee is $5 for anyone interested in selling. New this season: the LAST SATURDAY of the month is a fee-free Flea Market! For more info, please call or text Sara at 432-244-7656
MOVEMENT AT THE GARDEN - Thursday Mornings 10am. Embodiment Field- Principals of Chi-Kung, Dance, Embodied Consciousness + Finding your Flow.
We are more connected than we know. In this morning class, movement is a source of celebrating connections in and around the body while inviting the Muse to play, as we move, sense and dance.
In this morning practice we'll cultivate ease, fluidity, strength and pleasure in movement. We'll move to some music, but also with just the sound we hear in the garden or the rhythm of movement and breath, together. We'll bring attention to sensation in the body and sensing subtle energy around the body, so we can work with chi energy and understand how to use, store or connect with energy throughout the day. We'll also express good feeling with a bit of light hearted dance.
Class taught by dance artist and healer Leralee Whittle. $10 Donation / Farmer's Market Location, under the roof at Terlingua Community Garden (Wear shoes for uneven surface).
For more information: leralee@gmail.com www.leraleewhittle.com
March Community Taizé Service at St. Paul’s, Marfa Taizé, an ecumenical, inter-spiritual service of reconciliation will be held at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, March 18, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church located at the corner of Washington and Highland in Marfa.
Taizé worship consists of meditative singing and periods of silence in order to reach a contemplative state. This month’s universal reconciliation service will focus on readings and chants based on the theme of God’s Love. For more information, contact, apothokeri@hotmail.com
EARTH and FIRE Gallery - Come to our Opening Party, Saturday starting about 6. Food, Drinks, and we promise, Lots of FuN! for Lori’s New Art Show
-UNFRAMED by local artist, Lori Griffin. Show dates are March 1st-30th. The show includes: Originals -- Monoprints, Mixed Media, Collage, and Recycled Art. For reception info and give away prizes follow on instagram: storyartworks or facebook: DocGArt .
Current hours for TERLINGUA RECYCLES: Open Saturday, 9-12, also Wednesday, 4:00 to 5:30. Located behind the ball fields (look for the sign to turn before the fields). Currently, we can ONLY ACCEPT:
-aluminum cans
-CLEAN tin cans
-CLEAN #1 and #2 plastic
-CLEAN cardboard (NOT paperboard)
All else has to be turned away.
Next run to Panther Junction to empty the bins won't be until April, as the park is understaffed at the moment. Once the bins are full, that will be it until they are emptied.
For suggestions or to volunteer, email Robert Krull at krullro@outlook.com.
Garage Sale Friday March 13 & Saturday March 14 all day starting at 9 am. Located at OK Corral 51761 State Hwy 118, about 20 miles north of Study Butte about 1 mile north of Ranch Road. Downsizing our homestead, will have tools, electrical & plumbing supplies, hardware, nuts, bolts, some vintage items & yard art along with household & jewelry. This list will grow as I continue to sort thru years of items. Your patronage will be greatly appreciated!
Sullivan Construction and Excavation – Your local, experienced construction and excavation company. Doing business in Terlingua since 2009!
Winter is great time to get your projects started.
Call us for an estimate on your next job - big or small. Residential and Commercial Licensed Septic Installations - TCEQ #29993.
jackinterlingua@yahoo.com or 214.709.2771
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 Ditching, Digging, Dozer & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc. Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations – TCEQ #34046 – 713-907-5259
The West Texas Food Bank will be arriving at the Family Crisis Center Terlingua at around 1:00pm this Thursday the 12th. Volunteers are needed to help unload the food truck. All help is appreciated!
TAYLOR TERLINGUA RENTALS One 8’ x 20’ container for rent $90.00 per month with 6 month contract, pay by month, not in advance. One 200 sq ft building for rent $100.00 per month, same arrangements 432-371-2621
Music at the Bad Rabbit on Terlingua Ranch -- Friday, March 13-- Charlie and Judy play your favorite old country songs, Charlie on accordion, Judy on guitar. They'll sing you some funny originals and put in a touch of yodeling. Come dance, sing along, have fun! 6:30 to 8:30.
All Energies tip of the week: Solar Panels (a/k/a photovoltaic modules) are commonly available in three different varieties: Monocrystalline (mono), Polycrystalline (poly), or Thin Film (flexible). Monocrystalline panels are the most efficient, and tend to be the most expensive. Polycrystalline panels are a close second to mono in terms of efficiency, and they cost slightly less. Thin film modules have the lowest efficiency, cost the least per watt, have the best low light performance, and the shortest lifespan. The most commonly used solar panels are Polycrystalline and Monocrystalline. If you’ve got questions about solar or need help making your solar system work better, email casey@allenergies.net or call/text 432-242-1874 and call 371-2950 today.
Closed Canyon HIKE Tuesday from 2 to 3 in BBSP -- Come explore this unique slot canyon that was millions of years in the making! Learn about best hiking practices, unique desert ecosystems, and the adventure that waits behind every corner in the Big Bend Region. Leashed pets are allowed. This is a moderate 1.4-mile hike, round trip.
Bring: water, snacks, hiking boots/shoes, and comfortable clothes.
Optional: binoculars, hiking stick, camera, and a map.
Fee: Free with park entry: $5 for adults, free for children 12-and-under.
Meet: At the Closed Canyon Trail Head. Closed Canyon is located 22 miles west of the Barton Warnock Visitor Center and 26 miles east of Fort Leaton State Historic Site on River Road, FM 170.
For more information, contact Laura Jennings at (432) 229-3616.
This Week at La Kiva
March 11 -Wild Ass Wednesday ! Featuring a two-hour Happy Hour, amazing Food Specials and Music from Tim and the World Famous "Spoonman"
March 12 -Thrilling Thursday: Chet O'Keefe with his wonderful guitar.
March 13 - Fantastic Friday: Tim Relleva with Rock 'n Roll then Clayton with Karaoke
March 14 & 15 - Super Saturday and Sunday: Paul Sprawl with traditional and modern guitar music. In Concert in the Cave Room.
Saturday, March 21st - the very welcome return of Hogan & Moss with a full evening program..
The rest of the week come and enjoy our Pizzas, Steaks, Burgers and Fish 'n Chips on Thursday and Friday. Our new Atlantic Cod Filets are amazing.
FOR SPECIFIC, UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) contact Dennis Yancy, SFC, US Army (ret), Veterans Service Officer, Brewster County, Texas, Email: vetaff@co.brewster.tx.us, Office: 432-837-6219
https://funnytimes.com/funny-times-march-2020-issue/
OPEN
MISS INDIA’S
ART STUDIO
THURSDAY * FRIDAY SATURDAY
10 TILL 4
( CLOSED SUNDAYS )
Canvases of the Big Bend Area Several Sizes *
16 by 20 Prints of the area *
Cow and Horse Skulls Decorated
Handmade Jewelry
Books of local Authors
Some Antique Dishes
Indian Rugs
Etc Etc ..??
Friday, March 6, 2020
xTrA XtRa the Chihuahua Dog races are tomorrow!!!
17th Annual Chihuahua and Other Small Dog Races in the Ghostown Saturday March 7, 2020 !!!!!!!!! Races, Food, Music, and other stuff. Attendance is mandatory (don't make us drag you or your dog there in handcuffs)
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
TERLINGUA MOON
Volume 31, No. 9 March 3, 2020
By Cactoosie
“Water in the desert is wisdom to the soul.”
Please send your news to terlinguamoon@gmail.com by Monday NOON. Please no PDFs or fancy fonts; copy/paste into the body of your email. We’re on the web at: theterlinguamoon.blogspot.com
Dear Neighbors, who have rentals,
As we gear up for the craziness of Spring Break,
Please consider sending information on the location of your hotel,
Including latitude/longitude, all phone numbers, satellite image of your place,
Address and the various names of your facility and cabins,
If your peeps need an ambulance, there is no way, right now,
That those poor EMT heroes can find and aid the hapless sickperson.
Medical Clinic at the Big Bend Church 10:00 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10th, 2020. Doctor Consultations, blood work, ultra sound diagnostics, A1C glucose Testing.
Veterans Event
For you adventurous souls an upcoming Veterans Event is being planned in Alpine Texas on the 12th of May in the VFW Hall on 6th street, see attached flyer, from 9AM until 5PM or so. All the county veterans from Brewster, Terrell, Pecos, Presidio, Jeff Davis, and elsewhere are invited. We have the Mobile Vet Center from Midland/Odessa going to be onsite plus the VCSOs from at least Brewster and Ector counties, we’re working on the VCSOs from Pecos, Presidio and Jeff Davis- they were there the last time and really helped out. Plus we are working on getting TVC education and Healthcare to show up also. TVC Claims will be onsite also. We did this the last time about three years ago and had a great turnout, this is a combined NE and SW districts Veteran Fair since it is so remote.
JACKASS FLATS FLEA MARKET 1st Sat Every month, Terrymar Pavilion 10:00 - ?
BURN BAN is renewed until Saturday, April 11th
EARTH and FIRE Gallery
New Art Show -UNFRAMED by local artist, Lori Griffin. Show dates are March 1st-30th. The show includes: Originals -- Monoprints, Mixed Media, Collage, and Recycled Art. For reception info and give away prizes follow on instagram: storyartworks or facebook: DocGArt .
Cinnabar Theater
The River and the Wall follows five friends on an immersive adventure through the Texas borderlands as they travel 1200 miles from El Paso to the Gulf of Mexico on horses, mountain bikes, and canoes to explore the potential impacts of further border wall construction.
In partnership with Big Bend Ranch State Park, the film will be screening on Friday, March 6 at 7:00pm at the Cinnabar Theater in Terlingua, Texas. The event is free and open to the public. A suggested donation of $5 will be collected at the door, and all donations will go to Compadres del Rancho Grande.
We're so excited to be screening this film in one of our favorite places and in partnership with some of our favorite organizations. Hope to see you there!
Veterans History Project…Two decades ago the Library of Congress created what's known as the Veterans History Project to preserve and make accessible personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations will be able to hear directly from veterans and better understand their selfless service.
We want to collect as many pieces of history from TX-23 veterans as possible for the Project. My Brewster County district representative Taylor Puente and my Military and Veterans Liaison Ashley Estep are going to be in Alpine to film and take written accounts from veterans on Thursday, March 26th. This link will tell you more: https://hurd.house.gov/VeteransHistoryProject
We want to collect as many pieces of history from TX-23 veterans as possible for the Project. My Brewster County district representative Taylor Puente and my Military and Veterans Liaison Ashley Estep are going to be in Alpine to film and take written accounts from veterans on Thursday, March 26th. This link will tell you more: https://hurd.house.gov/VeteransHistoryProject
If you have any questions regarding the local office hours or the Veterans History Project, please contact Taylor Puente (210) 699-1274 or Ashley Estep (210) 921-3130. Walk ins are welcome.
As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to my office with any questions or concerns. Receive continued updates on my work for you by signing up for my email list and following me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube at @HurdontheHill. Sincerely, Will Hurd Member of Congress
As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to my office with any questions or concerns. Receive continued updates on my work for you by signing up for my email list and following me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube at @HurdontheHill. Sincerely, Will Hurd Member of Congress
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)
CANYON BREW AT FAR FLUNG OUTDOOR CENTER. Stop by for your daily dose of caffeine. Also try one of our kolaches, toasted bagels, espresso, candy bar lattes, cappuccino, macchiato, and chai. Don’t forget – bring your own mug and save a buck! Opens at 7 a.m. daily with quick service! Remember to check out Facebook for specials. PLUS, check out the new shirts have been marked down and our BRAND NEW arrivals!
Jackass Flats
Spread the word...We have large elec. Hookup pull through camp sites available as well as primitive camp sites.
Elec. Sites are 30/50/110
Pens available for horse camping.
Any QUESTIONS or to RESERVE A SITE please call the Little Burro Country Store @ 432 371 2082
Spread the word...We have large elec. Hookup pull through camp sites available as well as primitive camp sites.
Elec. Sites are 30/50/110
Pens available for horse camping.
Any QUESTIONS or to RESERVE A SITE please call the Little Burro Country Store @ 432 371 2082
Food Truck at BJ’s
As you travel the Beautiful Terlingua & Big Bend area swing by BJ's RV Park & The Terlingua Fever FoodTruck, It's not a Mirage. It’s an RV Park with Catering Foodtruck, serving Breakfast & Dinner, just for You!! Come as a Guest and Leave as a Friend!
As you travel the Beautiful Terlingua & Big Bend area swing by BJ's RV Park & The Terlingua Fever FoodTruck, It's not a Mirage. It’s an RV Park with Catering Foodtruck, serving Breakfast & Dinner, just for You!! Come as a Guest and Leave as a Friend!
Water tanks
We are getting inquiries about ordering another load of tanks.
A load has half-filled without our even trying, so we aim to
have a load delivered before 1) rains come, or 2) it gets blazing hot.
Call us if you have any questions or want your name on the list.
(432) 371-2506 or (512) 924-2506 Thanks everso - Tha Burrs
The members of the Terlingua American Legion would like to thank everyone who came out for the Leap Year Dinner and Dance. Special thanks to our District Attorney Sandy Wilson and her staff that came and helped serve the dinner and the many volunteers who helped make this event a big success. Big thanks to Stan our chef along with Cadillac and Derick Nahill from the National Park and our Auxilary. Also thanks to 5th street Porters in Alpine who helped supple the makings for dinner. Everyone enjoyed the great music of the Doodling Hogwallops and recording artist Scott Walker.—
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.
Big Bend Episcopal Mission will celebrate Holy Eucharist on Sunday, March 8th at 5pm. All are welcome. Father Mike Wallens will lead the service at Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church.
Current hours for TERLINGUA RECYCLES: Open Saturday, 9-12, also Wednesday, 4:00 to 5:30. Located behind the ball fields (look for the sign to turn before the fields) Currently we can ONLY ACCEPT:
-aluminum cans
-CLEAN tin cans
-CLEAN #1 and #2 plastic
-CLEAN cardboard (not paperboard)
All else has to be turned away. Big shout out to the volunteers who showed up to help empty the bins on the 27th, Thank you! Next run won't be until April, as the park is understaffed at the moment.
Hiland Ink
Hi everyone! I wanted to introduce myself and Highland Ink. I have opened a tattoo studio across the road from Cottonwood in Study Butte Terlingua. Please call 4322195300 for your free consultation today. I can do small walk in’s but it’s better to book in. I also host paint and sip at La Kiva on Monday nights. Hope to see you all soon ! Susie
Terlingua Poo
Residential septic installation - free estimates. TCEQ Lic. #32801
jeff@basecampterlingua.com or 512-417-6115
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 Ditching, Digging, Dozer & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.
We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations – TCEQ #34046
713.907.5259
Brewster County Commissioner Sara Allen Colando will hold office hours every Monday from 8AM to 3PM at the South Brewster County Emergency Response Center (a/k/a Terlingua Fire & EMS headquarters). Please stop by with your questions and concerns. You can also call 371-3103 during office hours, or email colando@co.brewster.tx.us any time.
There will be a special presentation by the Big Bend Regional Hospital District to the residents of South Brewster County on Thursday, March 12th at the Red Pattillo community center. The presentation will begin at 9:30 AM. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. If you have questions or would like more information, please email colando@co.brewster.tx.us any time.
All Energies is the Big Bend’s leading off grid power expert! We design and sell robust solar power systems designed to last in a harsh environment. Do you have a solar system that’s not working correctly? We can figure it out! Our expertise and efficient design can save you time and money in the long run. Call 371-2950 or email casey@allenergies.net for more information.
This Week at The Starlight (and what a week it is!)
Starlight opens each day at 5 pm. Dinner 5-10. Full Bar until Midnight (1 a.m. Saturday). Music 6'ish. Dinner reservations for 10 or more: terlinguastarlight@gmail.com.
Sunday & Monday 3/1 & 2 Butch Morgan
Tuesday 3/3: Winnie Brave
Wednesday 3/4: Marc Utter & Jeff Haislip
Thursday &Friday 3/5 & 6: Simon Flory @5;30
Allan George Duo @8
Saturday 3/7: Sour Bridges & Possum Posse
Sunday 3/8: Ryan Roberts
Taqueria El Milagro
We're open Thursdays through Sundays. Open from 5 pm and close at 10 pm except we do close about 9 pm on Thursdays and Sundays.
Our tacos are simply the best. Everything home cooked with amazing side dishes like loaded baked potatoes, best guacamole around. We serve up some hot dogs too. We have drive through window for picking up to go orders and we
never ever tell what people are wearing!!!
Espresso ... y poco mas!
We serve up the best breakfasts and lunches in Terlingua.
Located in the heart of the ghost town, we use the best coffee (only Big Bend Roasters) and cook everything to order using only the freshest ingredients.
Get your homemade pastries, eggs any way you like them,
salads, sandwiches, burritos or even picnics to go.
From 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. seven days a week, we offer free wifi, newspapers and friendly service not to mention a great view of the Chisos. Hang out, drink coffee, meet new people.
See you this week!
Stop by the Farmers' Market every Saturday from 10AM - 1PM at the Terlingua Community Garden in the Ghost Town. A great place to buy and sell fresh eggs, locally grown fruits & vegetables, unique art & handicrafts, and delicious baked goods. Shop LOCAL! Vendor fee is just $5 for anyone interested in selling. New this season: the LAST SATURDAY of the month is a fee-free Flea Market! For more info, please call or text Sara at 432-244-7656
This week at La Kiva: Tuesday, March 3rd. THE RED ELVISES
Wild Ass Wednesday ! Featuring a two-hour Happy Hour, amazing Food Specials and Music from Tim and the World Famous "Spoonman"
Thrilling Thursday: Chet O'Keefe with his wonderful guitar.
Fantastic Friday: Tim Relleva with Rock 'n Roll then Clayton with Karaoke
Super Saturday and Sunday: Paul Sprawl with traditional and modern guitar music. In Concert in the Cave Room.
The rest of the week come and enjoy our Pizzas, Steaks, Burgers and Fish 'n Chips on Thursday and Friday. Our new Atlantic Cod Filets are amazing.
SEALED BID AUCTION for Case 580 Super K Backhoe 4x4 with extenda hoe option – Product #JJG0185417. It has the Cummins 4b diesel engine. The injection pump was replaced last year with a new, not rebuilt, pump. The radiator was also replaced at the same time with a good quality 4 core. The tires are decent. Front driveline is missing but the 4x4 should be functional with a replacement. The front hydraulic pump failed suddenly early this year - so no ability to lift or move anything related to the hydraulic system. Sold “As Is” – Minimum bid - $3750.00. Inspections can be arranged with Jorge Garcia at the SBWSC plant – call 432.371.2913 (leave message). Cashier’s Check must be received within 10 days & the backhoe removed within 30 days of March 31,2020. Mail Sealed Bids to: Study Butte WSC, “CASE BID ENCLOSED”, PO Box 148, Terlingua, TX 79852. Or, drop off during regular business hours: 10am to 3pm, Tuesday thru Wednesday (closed 12 to 1pm). BIDS MUST INCLUDE THE BIDDER’S FULL NAME, MAILING ADDRESS, PHONE/CELL # AND/OR EMAIL. SEALED BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE SBWSC OFFICE BY MARCH 30, 2020. SEALED BIDS WILL BE OPENED BY A THIRD PARTY AT THE TERLINGUA FIRE & EMS STATION AT 10:00 AM MARCH 31, 2020.
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Terlingua MOON
February 25, 2019
Vol. 31 No. 8
by Million sMiles
“The trail is the thing, not the end of the trail.
Travel too fast, and you miss
all you are traveling for.” --Louis L'Amour
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
The Brewster County Election Administrator has announced early voting for both Democrat and Republican primaries will be available on Friday, February 28, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the RedPatillo Community Center for Precincts 5, 6 and 7.
Early voting will continue at the Judge Val Clark Beard Office Complex in Alpine as previously scheduled. Regular voting will be on March 3.
Everything you need to know about voting March 3. Do your homework!
https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2020/voter-guide-primaries/
Busiest Time of the Year at Big Bend
Big Bend National Park is experiencing record visitation. Large numbers of visitors historically travel to Big Bend National Park during the months of February, March, and April. Over the next few months, visitors should expect ALL park campsites to fill every night.
Full Moon Potluck
Monday March 9 at the Cactus Farm at 6:30 pm
Bring a dish to share and music, music, music!
Ash Wednesday Service will be held on February 26th at 5pm at Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church. The Big Bend Episcopal Mission Welcomes you. Father Mike Wallens from St. Paul's in Marfa will be leading the service. Regular services are on Sundays at 5pm.
Courthouse Closure March 2 - Texas Independence Day!
The next paint and Sip is the 2nd of March at 5.30pm La Kiva with Susie. Local scenes from Big Bend.
Please bring yourself only everything is supplied for $35 and a wee glass of wine. Happy hour prices for painters and remember extra money for food
Call 4322195300 to reserve your spot
EVERY MORNING BREAKFAST FROM 8:00AM - 11:00AM AND DINNER FROM 5 PM-10PM
#FREE_FRESH_COFFEE #FREE_TEA #FREE_WIFI
BREAKFAST is Served & Ready!!
The Bj's RV Slam (egg & bacon🥓 with French Toast & Texas French toast Breakfast Sandwich🥪, Eggs & Bacon &Cheese and hugged by Some French toast, and Don't Forget You Also Get Unlimited Cups of Coffee
AND If you're in Terlingua, you must Swing by to Bjs RV Park we have going on this and Every Thursday from 5pm - 10pm Local & Traveler TALENT & WING NIGHT
*****SHOT TIME LIQUORS*****
¡¡¡ So Many New Products !!!
Santa Fe Brewing - Happy Camper - FreeStyle Pilsner - 7K IPA - Java Stout
Marble Brewing - Double White - Cholo Stout - Passionate Gose
The New Truly Hard Seltzers - some yummy flavors in these AND only 1 carb!
As always, we are open Monday thru Saturday from 10 to 9
¡¡¡ So Many New Products !!!
Santa Fe Brewing - Happy Camper - FreeStyle Pilsner - 7K IPA - Java Stout
Marble Brewing - Double White - Cholo Stout - Passionate Gose
The New Truly Hard Seltzers - some yummy flavors in these AND only 1 carb!
As always, we are open Monday thru Saturday from 10 to 9
CANYON BREW AT FAR FLUNG OUTDOOR CENTER. Stop by for your daily dose of caffeine. Also try one of our kolaches, toasted bagels, espresso, candy bar lattes, cappuccino, macchiato, and chai. Don’t forget – bring your own mug and save a buck! Opens at 7 a.m. daily with quick service! Remember to check out Facebook for specials. PLUS, check out the new shirts have been marked down and our BRAND NEW arrivals!
Music at the Bad Rabbit on Terlingua Ranch
Friday, February 28-- Charlie and Judy play your favorite old country songs, Charlie on accordion, Judy on guitar. They'll sing you some funny originals and put in a touch of yodeling. Come dance, sing along, have fun! 6:30 to 8:30 pm
This Week at The Starlight
Monday, 2/25: Trevor Reichmann
Tuesday: Elli Perry
Wednesday: Laird & Friends
Thursday: The Whitmores
Friday: Butch Morgan
Saturday: Ted Arbogast
Sunday, 3/1 and Monday: Butch Morgan
Doors open at 5. Dinner 5-10. Full bar until midnight (1am Saturday). Dinner reservations 10 or more: terlinguastarlight@gmail.com.
American Legion (Terlingua)
Leap Year Dinner and Dance starting at 6pm serving spaghetti dinner with trimmings $6
Dance to the Doodling Hogwallops
51470 Hwy 118 (432) 371-2275
Hours of Operation:
Monday thru Saturday Noon till Midnight
Wednesday and Thursday at 4pm Poker Games
Friday around 6 pm Pool Tournament
TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
Monday, March 2, 2020 @ 5:30 P.M.
Come celebrate the 184th anniversary of Texas Independence from Mexico with the annual impromptu parade between the Porch and the High Sierra celebrating the sacrifices of those who won our freedom that has been so easily forgotten by native Texans and unknown by the naturalized and visitors.
The parade is scheduled to begin around 5:30 P.M. (but is notoriously late) at the Porch. The route will leave for the High Sierra, then turn around back to the Porch. Gathering for the parade will be at any time necessary for the preparation of your "float" to make the 5:30 start. Please try to attend with a float or just as a spectator. Hope to see you there!
PLAY BALL! Come out Thursday for a pick up game of softball. Start time is at 4pm but come whenever you can. There will be gloves and bats for everyone. The fields are located by the Terlingua School.
TRANS PECOS
The Story of Stolen Land and the Loss of America’s Last Frontier Tuesday, February 25th | 6PM
ALPINE, TX
Sul Ross University
ACR building (Academic Computer Resources BLDG. | Room #204
PANELISTS -
Nicol Ragland | TRANS PECOS Director
David Keller | Co-Founder | Big Bend Conservation Alliance
JD Newsom | Executive Director | Big Bend Conservation Alliance
Friday, February 28th | 6PM
MARFA, TX
Crowley Theater
PANELISTS -
Nicol Ragland | TRANS PECOS Director
Coyne Gibson | Vounteer for the Big Bend Conservation Alliance
Trey Gerfers | Former President of the Big Bend Conservation Alliance
Sponsored by the Big Bend Conservation Alliance
Taqueria El Milagro
Terlingua's favorite taco stand is open Thursday through Sunday. 5 pm to 10 pm (9pm on Thursdays and Sundays).
Amazing tacos and wonderful side dishes. Check out our loaded baked potatoes, hot dogs and the best guacamole you've ever tasted.
Our drive thru window is great for ordering ahead and picking up! Eat in, take out!
Espresso ... y poco mas!
Terlingua's best breakfast and lunches and friendliest service... All our items are cooked to order, we serve only Big Bend Roasters coffee (the best!) and have a great atmosphere including stunning views of the Chisos. We have homemade pastries, eggs anyway you like 'em, salads, and sandwiches. We pack picnic lunches too!
From 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. seven days a week, we offer free wifi, newspapers and friendly service.
See you this week!
Brewster County Commissioner Sara Allen Colando will hold office hours every Monday from 8AM to 3PM at the South Brewster County Emergency Response Center (a/k/a Terlingua Fire & EMS headquarters). Please stop by with your questions and concerns. You can also call 371-3103 during office hours, or email colando@co.brewster.tx.us any time.
Need a little lawyering???
Long time South County resident, Larry Goldenthal, has come out of a self imposed hiatus to offer his legal services to area residents.
A long established lawyer, his knowledge of law and business, communication and listening skills will set your mind at ease. Larry is happy to sit down and see if he can help you at no charge. He is available on a sliding scale for those wishing to have documents drawn up, such as Wills, Power of Attorney, Medical Directives, Deeds and more. He can help you set up a business and consult after that.
You can email Larry at Legoldenthal@gmail.com or send him a message through Facebook Messenger.
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)
HELP WANTED
Part time cashier/clerk position at the Terlingua Trading Company. Please stop by the store in the Terlingua Ghost Town for an application.
Recycle this week is limited ONLY to some plastics and tin cans; the bins are almost full. All else has to be turned away.
Hours: Saturday, 10-12, also Wednesday, 4:00 to 5:30. Located behind the ball fields (look for the sign to turn before the fields)
OPEN CALL for volunteers; Thursday, Feb 27 there will be a run to PJ to empty the bins, and hopefully we'll have enough crew to help the park with their back load, as well.
Unfortunately, we may not be able to take another load until April or later, and have to shut down the bins when they are full. Park is currently experiencing personnel issues, with folks leaving and replacements not hired yet.
For suggestions or to volunteer, email Robert Krull at krullro@outlook.com
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.
Brewster County Commissioner’s Court Agenda for February 26 is located at
Our County Wide Burn Ban continues. If you ever wonder, go here to find details:
Terlingua Poo
Residential septic installation - free estimates. TCEQ Lic. #32801
jeff@basecampterlingua.com or 512-417-6115
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 Ditching, Digging, Dozer & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.
We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.
Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations – TCEQ #34046 713.907.5259
THE TERLINGUA COMMUNITY GARDEN will host a Flea Market/Farmers Market on Saturday, February 29th from 10AM to 1PM in the Ghost Town. We have lots of space and shade inside the Farmers Market Building, plus solar-powered electrical outlets for your convenience. Or you can use the upper west parking lot for big stuff! Bring your own tables and chair, and your extra stuff to sell. No vendor fee!
All Energies tip of the week: you can use a microwave oven off grid. A typical microwave oven draws about 900 watts and an average toaster draws about 1200 watts. Most off grid systems can handle a 2,000 watt or greater load. The main advantage of a microwave is short cooking time which gives it a greater efficiency. A microwave operating for 15 minutes uses 360 wh while an equivalent toaster oven would take 50 minutes and use 950 wh of energy. If you’ve got questions about solar or need help making your solar system work better, email casey@allenergies.net or call/text 432-242-1874 and call 371-2950 today.
La Kiva!
Wild Ass Wednesday ! Featuring a two-hour Happy Hour, amazing Food Specials and Music from Tim and the World Famous "Spoonman"
Thrilling Thursday: Chet O'Keefe with his wonderful guitar.
Fantastic Friday: Tim Relleva with Rock 'n Roll then Clayton with Karaoke
Super Saturday and Sunday: Paul Sprawl with traditional and modern guitar music. In Concert in the Cave Room.
Next Week - Tuesday, March 3rd. THE RED ELVISES -
The rest of the week come and enjoy our Pizzas, Steaks, Burgers and Fish 'n Chips on Thursday and Friday. Our new Atlantic Cod Filets are amazing.
Desert Lotus Healing Arts is your home for Massage Therapy and Rolfing in the Big Bend.
We offer local residents discounts and offer couples massages- to make getting your stressed but hesitant partner in for some relaxation and rejuvenation.
www.terlinguadesertlotus.com for our story and menu.
(432) 386-0305 to schedule
** gift certificate holders- the end of February/ beginning of March is a great time to schedule your service, before Spring is fully Sprung.
Last Minute Low Budget Theater
The River and the Wall follows five friends on an immersive adventure through the Texas borderlands as they travel 1200 miles from El Paso to the Gulf of Mexico on horses, mountain bikes, and canoes to explore the potential impacts of further border wall construction.
In partnership with Big Bend Ranch State Park, the film will be screening on Friday, March 6 at 7:00pm at the Cinnabar Theater in Terlingua, Texas. The event is free and open to the public. A suggested donation of $5 will be collected at the door, and all donations will go to Compadres del Rancho Grande.
We're so excited to be screening this film in one of our favorite places and in partnership with some of our favorite organizations. Hope to see you there!
REWARD for the apprehension of one human who seems to be holding a large ALIEN hostage. The fate of the world hangs in the balance. Please do not approach but report any encounter to the Goat Pens staff who are equipped to deal with this dire strait. Call (432) 371-2242
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