Events for Adults

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Hanstaadaka’nde: The Apache Are Coming … (for a gift)

Friday, April 11, 3:00pm

Join us for an engaging presentation with Ruben Leyva that delves into his family’s rich Indigenous history. In 1879, Leyva’s ancestors journeyed to Fort Bowie to seek peaceful negotiations with the U.S. Discover the remarkable story of former Medal of Honor recipient and Apache scout Tlol-dil-xil (Black Rope), shared about Leyva’s family with anthropologist Grenville Goodwin. Mr. Leyva will be here in person but you can attend via Zoom. This will be the registration link for the virtual attendance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pnWFcYC6Qa2AhFAxELr_QQ


Chess Club

Tuesday, April 3, 4:00pm

Chess for all skill levels! This event is free and open to all ages.

Parent Support Group

To be scheduled

Introducing a new opportunity for parents to meet, discuss, and support each other at the Silver City Public Library! The group will meet at the same time as Roblox Club, in the library children’s area. There are activities for accompanying children to do.

stock photo of crocuses in a graveyard

Not Dead Yet Club

Monday, April 28, 4:00-5:30pm

The Not Dead Yet Club is an end-of-life discussion group facilitated by Lisa Jimenez, a certified death doula. The Not Dead Yet Club is a welcoming space for learning and discussion about significant matters such as memorials, burial, end-of-life options, home health care and hospice, estate planning, fears, and perspectives on afterlife. All perspectives are valued.


Henrietta Christmas gives a presentation about researching family histories on September 20, 2016.

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All events are free, open to the public, and hosted at the Silver City Public Library, 515 W. College Avenue, Silver City.