Community Calendar March 19-25

To submit your item for the community calendar, mail it to El Defensor Chieftain, 200 Winkler St., Socorro, N.M., 87801; drop it off at our office, or email smcfadden@dchieftain.com. All submissions must have contact information. The deadline for submissions is noon on Mondays.

GOVERNMENT

Socorro County

Commissioners

The Socorro County Board of Commissioners sets policy for the governance of Socorro County and is responsible for all financial management of Socorro County operations. The board regularly meets at 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the Socorro County Annex Building, 198 Neel Ave. in Socorro. Second meeting at 5 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday, only if needed.

Socorro City Council

Regular Socorro City Council meetings meet at 6 p.m.,the first and third Tuesday of the month at City Hall, 111 School of Mines Road, Socorro.

Magdalena Village

The Magdalena Village Board of Trustees meets on the second and fourth Monday at 5 p.m. in Village Hall, 108 N. Main Street, Magdalena.

Socorro Electric Co-op

The Socorro Electric Co-op Board meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m., at 310 Abeta Ave., in Socorro.

El Camino Real Housing Authority

The El Camino Real Housing Authority meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. at the Socorro Village

Abeytas-Sabinal Special Zoning District

The Abeytas-Sabinal Special Zoning District holds a monthly meeting in the Sabinal Community Center. March meeting TBA. All are invited to attend.

SCHOOLS

Magdalena Schools

The Magdalena School Board will meet at 6 p.m., on the third Tuesday of the month in the Magdalena Municipal School Library.

Socorro School

Wednesday, Apr. 08: The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) is hosting the next “Be Here” Day on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and Socorro Consolidated Schools is excited to participate! We want to hit the ground running with this rollout on our first day back from Spring Break. Our goal for this event is 100% student attendance across the district. To build excitement, our slogan for the day will be: “Let’s Unite, Blue and White. We are better when we are together. We are encouraging all students and staff to show their spirit by wearing Warrior gear or blue and white attire.

The Socorro School Board meets on the first and third Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the board meeting room at the district office.

ORGANIZATIONS

Rotary

New meeting schedule: Rotary Club meets at noon on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Jackson Ranch Steakhouse, 1123 NW Frontage Road, Socorro.

APAS

The Animal Protective Association of Socorro provides vouchers to assist low-income citizens of Socorro and Catron counties with spay and neuter procedures for cats and dogs. The group meets at 5:15 p.m. on the second Monday of the month, second floor of Socorro Public Library, 401 Park Street. Visit www.socorroapas.org for more information.

Lions Club

The Socorro Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at Jackson Ranch Steakhouse, 1123 NW Frontage Road, Socorro, on the second and fourth Thursday of every month. For more information, call Vern at 575-418-8614 or email Lionvern@yahoo.com.

Socorro County Historical Society

The Socorro County Historical Society meets at the Hammel Museum at 500 6th Street. Meetings will be the second Tuesday each month at 4:30 p.m. Hammel Museum open to the public on the first Saturday each month at 9 a.m. Please call 505-480-3468 for more information.

Socorro Old Car Club

Socorro old car club has meetings the 2nd Thursday of each month, at 6:30 pm in the Cafe of the old livestock sale barn at 20 Duke Lane, Lemitar. We start the meeting with a potluck meal and then plan activities. This year’s activities will include old car tours around the community and model T driving lessons.

SCOPE Health Council

The SCOPE board meets every second Tuesday at 1 p.m. Visit scopehealthcouncil.com for info and local resources. The meeting takes place at 215 C, Fisher Ave., Socorro.

Save Our Bosque

Task Force

The Save Our Bosque Task Force hosts monthly park pick-ups the second Saturday of the month, usually starting at 9 a.m. at Otero Park. Questions, text Christie 708-269-7147.

Catholic Daughters

Catholic Daughters meet the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. in San Miguel Parish Hall. For more information contact Patricia Landavazo at 575-418-7062.

Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Knights of Columbus Hall on Highway 60 West. Corporate communion is conducted the second Sunday of the month at the 10 a.m. Mass.

Veterans for Peace

Chapter 63 welcomes new members. Non-veterans can join too. Work for peace with us.

Meetings are on Zoom at 5:30 p.m. on second Mondays. For information call Bear Albrecht at 505-573-9350

The Friends of the Library Book Sale

Book sale the first Saturday of each month except January and July, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Amigos Con Libros” book room, 511 El Camino Real. For more information call 575-835-1114.

Book Club

The Socorro Library Book Club meets from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursdays, at the Socorro Public Library, 401 Park Street, Socorro.

Community Collage Workshop

Create your own collage art. Free to all ages! All supplies provided. Socorro Public Library 2nd floor conference room, 10 a.m. to noon on the 1st Friday and 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday each month. Text Karin Williams at 575-418-8995 for more information.

Fiber Arts Guild

The Fiber Arts Guild of Socorro County meets at 10 a.m. every Second Saturday at the Epiphany Episcopal Church, 908 Leroy Place, Socorro. Meet & Greet begins at 9:30 a.m.

Silent Hour/Meditation

A Silent Hour/Meditation group meets Wednesdays at 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Epiphany Episcopal Church in Socorro. For more information text or voicemail to 575-322-2357.

Literacy and Beautification

The Literacy and Beautification Committee meets in different locations. For more information about meetings please contact Chelsea Jones at library@adobelibrary.org 575-835-1114 to join.

ONGOING EVENTS

Spokes

Spokes is a free service for the Socorro community where anyone can get help with bike repairs and adjustments and learn how to work on their bikes. Refurbished loaner bikes may be available as well. Mondays 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 107 1/2 California Street, behind the Puerto Seguro thrift store (go up the ramp).

Exercise, Yoga and Meditation

Free yoga classes at the Socorro Public Library, 401 Park Street: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m., Wednesdays 9:15 a.m. Meditation sessions Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. Morning Exercise Group 8:30 a.m. on Mondays.

Socorro Tennis

The Socorro Tennis Association plays tennis at Sedillo Park on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:00 a.m. You do not need to be a member of STA to participate. Just show up and play.

Pickleball

Pickleball at Sedillo Park on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Weather issues, meet at Tech gym when available. Come join in on the fun, anyone is welcome! For info, search Pickleball Pals on WhatsApp.

Socorro Storehouse

For anyone experiencing food insecurity in Socorro County, the Storehouse is open from noon to 2 p.m. every Thursday except major holidays. 519 S. Hwy 85, Socorro. Please bring a picture ID and birthdates of everyone who lives in the household. For more information call 575-835-2079.

Food Pantry Open

The Mid-West New Mexico C.A.P. Food Pantry is open 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. every Wednesday. For more information call 575-835-0899.

Magdalena Senior Center

The senior center is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at 500 Ninth St. off South Main in Magdalena.

Farmers Market

Back to winter hours: Socorro Farmers’ Market will be held indoors at the Socorro Youth Center from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Join neighbors and the community for fresh produce, baked goods, crafts, music, and more.

Magdalena Farmers Market

Magdalena Farmer’s Market is closed for the winter season. Please keep your eyes open for any special pop-ups or holiday events.

NM Tech Bike Club

The New Mexico Tech Bike Club hosts a Wednesday afternoon do-it-yourself bike repair clinic. This is a free service for the entire Socorro community. Various bike repairs are handled, such as flat tires, brake problems, and shifting issues. Also, bikes are lent for free to students and community members. The bike repair event happens every Wednesday at the Tech pool from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit https://groups.google.com/g/nmtbikeclub/about.

Music & Events

MUSIC & Events

Friday, Mar. 13: InFaith Workshop, “Discovering Jesus” with Debbie Woodard, Socorro Public Library 2nd floor, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bible stories, crafts, videos and games, all ages welcome. Free event, will be accepting donations of infant items for local organizations. Call 575-835-1575 for more information.

Cities of Socorro & Magdalena

Saturday, Mar. 21: Tom Fenton & Crow Flies at the Farmer’s Market, Socorro Youth Center, 10 a.m. to noon

Capitol Bar and Brewery

Tuesday Mar. 17: St. Pats at the Cap, Irish Setters 6 - 8 p.m., then Wredempsshun 8 -10 p.m.

Friday Mar. 20: Happy hour with Johnny Dean, 5 - 7 p.m., followed by The Burt & Tim Show

Box Canyon Brewing

Thursday, Mar. 19: Open Mic with host Ben Thomas, - email Robert to sign up! 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Mar. 20: Big River Band, 6 - 8 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 21: Billy & Bella, 6 - 8 p.m.

Senior Center Menu

Senior Center Menu

Mar. 19: Hamburger macaroni, vegetables, roll, fruit

Mar. 23: Chicken strips, vegetables, roll, fruit

Mar. 24: Beef pot pie, tossed salad, roll, fruit

Mar. 25: Grilled cheese, tomato soup, beets, yogurt

Meetings

AA Meetings

AA meetings Monday, Wednesday and Friday, noon to 1 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Epiphany Episcopal Church.

AA meetings Mondays 5 p.m. and Thursdays 7 p.m. at Magdalena Community Church. Call 505- 266-1900.

AL Anon meeting

AL Anon meetings, for family and friends of alcoholics, 5 p.m. on Tuesdays at Magdalena Community Church.