February 9 , 6:30 pm
Artist Lecture Series: Suk-Jun Kim.
The Artist Lecture Series is presented in partnership with the Western Institute for Lifelong Learning (WILL) and the WNMU Expressive Arts Department. This program provides an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of America's finest artists. Held at Parotti Hall on the WNMU campus, participants have the opportunity to learn about an artist's motivations, techniques and history while being generally entertained. This season's series offers a broad and varied group of accomplished individuals. Parotti Hall is located to the north of the Fine Arts Center Theatre. Light refreshments will be served. Location: Parotti Hall on the WNMU campus Phone: 575-538-2505  | Learn more...

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February 11
Chocolate Fantasia.
Take your part in Silver City's annual homage to the beautiful bean: Theobroma cacao or the cacao bean that is the source of chocolate! At a dozen or more locations throughout Historic downtown, you can sample the best of Grant county's confectioners, whose recipes range from the tried-and-true the daring. Note: This event sells out annually, so get your tickets early to savor the flavor! Location: Sites throughout Historic Downtown Silver City Phone: 575-538-2505  | Learn more...

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February 18 , 8:00 pm
New Mexico Music Series Mardi Gras Party and Masquerade Ball .
The Buckhorn Saloon and Opera House is launching their second annual New Mexico Music Series with a Mardi Gras celebration event on February 18, with funk/rock/soul music by Naiz Denae, Doors open at 7 pm, music begins at 7:30 pm. This is a full band with horns in true Mardi Gras Fashion. There will be a Costume Promenade a,d Contest, Prizes and Monsoon Puppets. Tickets $10 in advance. Location: Buckhorn Saloon and Opera House Phone: 575-538-2505  | Learn more...

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February 21 , 6:30 pm
Mardi Gras New Moon Star Party .
The Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument announces a Mardi Gras New Moon Star Party at the Dwellings, held in cooperation with the Silver City Astronomical Society on Tuesday February 21, 2012, from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm. SCAS members Kathy Anderson, Randy Carr, and Gary Emerson will guide the observations. Phone: (575) 536-9461  | Learn more...

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February 24 , 7:00 pm
Folk Series at the Opera House: Antje Duvekot.
The Folk Series is one of silver City's signature events. Join locals and visitors alike for the Folk Series at the Opera House. Come early and have dinner at the Buckhorn, then relax and enjoy the show in the intimate setting of the Opera House. Antje Duvekot has solidified her reputation as one of America’s top emerging singer songwriters with "Big Dream Boulevard", her debut studio release. The CD was released on acclaimed songwriter Ellis Paul’s label, Black Wolf Records, and has quickly attracted international attention for Antje, voted "1 Folk Release of 2006" by the Boston Globe. Location: Buckhorn Opera House in Pinos Altos Phone: 575-538-2505  | Learn more...

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February 24 , 7:30 pm
Up With People.
Tickets available: Curious Kumquat, Alotta Gelato, WNMU Bookstore and W & N Enterprises. The price of the tickets will be $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. Location: Fine Art Center Theater at WNMU

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February 25 , 7:30 pm
Up With People.
Tickets available: Curious Kumquat, Alotta Gelato, WNMU Bookstore and W & N Enterprises. The price of the tickets will be $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. Location: Fine Art Center Theater at WNMU

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February 26 , 3:00 pm
In concert: Pianist and Violinist Anita Chen.
Identified by the press as one of the rarest occurrences in orchestral music, multi-talented rising star Anita Chen has received accolades by critics and audiences for being equally talented as a soloist on two instruments. She is quickly becoming an internationally recognized double-threat on both the violin and piano. Location: Fine Arts Center Theater at WNMU Phone: (575) 538-5862  | Learn more...

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March 3 , 7:00 pm
New Mexico Music Series: Tony Furtado.
Come hear and celebrate Tony Furtado's new album, Golden, as part of the New Mexico Music Series at the Buckhorn Saloon and Opera House March 3. Location: Buckhorn Saloon and Opera House Phone: 575-538-2505  | Learn more...

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March 22 , 6:30 pm
Artist Lecture Series: Katherine Brimberry.
The Artist Lecture Series is presented in partnership with the Western Institute for Lifelong Learning (WILL) and the WNMU Expressive Arts Department. This program provides an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of America's finest artists. Held at Parotti Hall on the WNMU campus, participants have the opportunity to learn about an artist's motivations, techniques and history while being generally entertained. This season's series offers a broad and varied group of accomplished individuals. Parotti Hall is located to the north of the Fine Arts Center Theatre. Light refreshments will be served. Phone: 575-538-2505  | Learn more...

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