Bayard Beautification Committee

09/03/2026

COBRE CHEERLEADERS BINGO
September 20th, 2026

Giving back to our community is what we do! We will be hosting a BINGO for the Cobre Consolidated Schools Cheerleaders that will be representing our neighborhood all the way in ITALY! Come out and support these hardworking young ladies and help them get to Rome. All proceeds will be going to them as well as the profits from the concession. As the sponsors of this fundraiser we will be running the bingo for them, so it will be routine the way we have it. Come in and play to win, pop in with a quick donation to support them, or get something to eat. See you there!

09/01/2026

MEET YOUR MEMBERS:
This week's Sunday Spotlight is another one of our power couples Doug Newman and Betty Lambert.

This committee has seen a few couples become dedicated members. Even though many of our members bring their significant others to support and volunteer with our committee, only a handful have dedicated their time together to our committee to come to meetings, participate in events, and do the background work to make things a success. It is great to see a couple share a devotion to making Bayard Beautiful. Doug and Betty are always going out of their way on their own time to help a neighbor out, spread information on upcoming events, and network with other groups about ideas to better the community. You may recognize them in their big blue van they are at nearly every event our committee holds and get involved with other organizations.

At 77 years old Doug Alan Newman began his journey of volunteering in Bayard with a call to action from the committee of painting fire hydrants in our early years. Ever since that project he has been dedicating time and effort to beautify our city. He's called Bayard home for the last 14 years moving here in 2011. He loves how Bayard and surrounding areas are undeveloped, that he can ride around in his Side by Side in the streets and explore the mining district. His favorite thing about what our committee has done for the community is hosting bingo fundraisers and watching the fun. His positions have been member, a very loyal one at that.
THANK YOU Doug Newman for your continuous involvement and dedication! Feel free to share a like, a positive story, or simply a "thank you" for Doug!

Turning 82 in November Betty Jean Lambert joined the committee during the fire hydrant painting project. In May she completed 14 years as a Bayard resident, and she likes where she lives. Good neighbors are what she loves most about our city. Her favorite thing about what our committee has done for the community is helping people out, highlighting our Thanksgiving giveaways. Betty has held the position of member and likes the members that she works with.
THANK YOU Betty Lambert for your continuous involvement and dedication! Feel free to share a like, a positive story, or simply a "thank you" for Betty!

08/29/2026

Tree New Mexico Bayard Planting Party

08/27/2026

Thank you very much Nickolas Seibel and Mikaela Johnson for making this article for us and the Silver City Daily Press and Independent for supporting our committee. We are very excited to see everyone at the return of our Candy Drop/Trunk or Treat event this year! You do not want to miss it!

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent Halloween preparations are already underway in Bayard, as the Bayard Beautification Committee is set to host the city’s fourth annual Halloween Candy Dump and trunk-or-treat event. Mark Diaz, the committee’s chairman, says the event makes its return a...

08/26/2026

TREE PLANTING EVENT
AUGUST 29th, 2016
BAYARD COMMUNITY PARK

This Saturday, be a part of something transformative as we team up with Tree New Mexico to plant 50 trees all over Bayard. The holes are dug and the game plan is set.

-How can you help?
Show up Saturday morning and register to go around and get all of these trees planted in their permanent home. Or just pop in anytime and learn of other ways you can volunteer or give to a worthy cause.

-Perks?
You will be forever archived as someone who helped to build up Bayard's tree canopy. You'll also have first choice for Monday's tree giveaway because you volunteered. Free food, drinks, and entertainment, it'll be a great time!

-I've got other things planned for Saturday, can I just go to the park and check it out real quick?
Of course you can, you'll be able to get tips all about planting and caregiving from the knowledgeable Tree New Mexico team that will be present, as well as updates about upcoming Beautification Committee events. If you're a fan of the very talented Angelica Padilla Music then bring a chair and enjoy the performance. Have lunch on the Bayard Beautification Committee as we will be grilling for anyone who decides to come by, even if it's just to say hi and take a plate to go.

See you there!

08/25/2026

MEET YOUR MEMBERS:
This week's Sunday Spotlight is Jose Diaz.

At 56 years old Jose Luis Diaz is a member who has revamped the Bayard Beautification Committee many times with a strive to continue improving the community. He has called Bayard home for 50 years, moving here with his family when he was a young kid. What he loves most about Bayard, and the surrounding areas, is the friendship and fellowship that people have and how we always come together in time of need . His favorite thing about what our committee has done for the community is the Candy Drop/Trunk or Treat. He is the originator of the event bringing Grant County's biggest and best Halloween event to life, so he will always be the official event coordinator. He has held positions of Chair, Council Liason, member, and now Secretary. He also has years of dedicated service in city government.

THANK YOU Mr. Jose for your continuous involvement and dedication! Feel free to share a like, a positive story, or simply a "thank you" for Jose Diaz.

08/18/2026

MEET YOUR MEMBERS:
This week's Sunday Spotlight is Chon Fierro.

At 83 years old Chon S. Fierro is one of the original members of the Bayard Beautification Committee and also the first Chair the committee ever had stepping up as a leader for the group we have become. He relocated to Bayard from Vanadium in 1958 and has lived here ever since for 68 years. What he loves most about Bayard is everything, the mountains and sees it as a beautiful town. His favorite thing about what our committee has done for the community is having a fiesta and parade in the early years of this committee. He also likes the Candy Drop and working the bingos. He has held positions of member, the 1st Chair ever, council Liaison, and Mayor Liaison. He also has years of dedicated service in city government and several other commitees.
THANK YOU Mr. Chon for your continuous involvement and dedication! Feel free to share a like, a positive story, or simply a "thank you" for Chon Fierro.

08/14/2026

HALLOWEEN CANDY DROP/TRUNK OR TREAT
OCTOBER 31,2026
12-6pm
BAYARD COMMUNITY CENTER PARK

If hearing the little ones chant "CANDY, CANDY, CANDY" before the Candy Drop doesn't make you want to come be part of the fun, then we don't know what will! Bring your family, friends, and candy lovers for the return or the annual Candy Drop/Trunk or Treat! You won't want to miss it!

Organizations or anyone interested in participating, sponsoring, or volunteering for this event please send us a message or call/text us at 5756548128. The sooner the better as spots are filling up fast. This will be the best one yet!

08/13/2026

HALLOWEEN CANDY DROP/TRUNK OR TREAT

We are filling up our available spots quickly, so if you, someone you know, or a business you work with would like to participate in this great event please reach out to us as soon as possible to reserve your spot. This is a great event to advertise your business, give back to the community, and enjoy the fun. Tag everyone you want to see decorating a trunk or setting up a booth.

08/09/2026

MEET YOUR MEMBERS:
Today's Sunday Spotlight is one of our power couples Chuck Gray and Helen Schruf.

This committee has seen a few couples become dedicated members. Even though many of our members bring their significant others to support and volunteer with our committee, only a handful have dedicated their time together to our committee to come to meetings, participate in events, and do the background work to make things a success. It is great to see a couple share a devotion to making Bayard Beautiful. Chuck and Helen are always going out of their way on their own time to mitigate weeds and debris, cover up graffiti, and help a neighbor out. They are at nearly every event our committee holds and gets involved with other community organizations.

At 64 years old William Charles Gray Jr. has become a true model citizen for Bayard. His willingness to volunteer and give back to his community is one of a kind. He called Bayard home for 17 years before relocating for a while and then returning "home" for the last 14 years, totaling 31 years of residing here. He loves our city because in his personal experience he can walk around without any fear and our close proximity to the trail system in Ft. Bayard for hiking, exploring with his dogs, and enjoying the outdoors. His favorite thing about what our committee has done for the community is the Christmas Lights Decoration Contest because it brings holiday joy to ride around with the police and fire department to deliver the prizes. He likes the Candy Drop/Trunk or Treat as well because the kids love it. He also really enjoys working at our Bingo fundraisers. Since joining the committee Chuck has held positions of member, Chair, Community Service Coordinator, and is currently a city councilman which makes him our Council Liaison.
THANK YOU Chuck Gray for your continuous involvement and dedication! Feel free to share a like, a positive story, or simply a "thank you" for Chuck!

At 63 years old Helen M. Schruf is a resident that gives back to Bayard in an unseen way on a daily basis. She is an Animal Shelter Volunteer and goes to the animal shelter daily to maintain the facility, feed and water the animals, and spend some time giving them her attention in rain, snow, or shine. She has lived in Bayard since 2012, 14 years, and loves the small rural aspect about it. She loves Bayard because it is close to the Ft. Bayard trails where she can go hiking with her dogs. Her favorite thing about what our committee has done for the community are the cleanups because they are most meaningful. She has held positions of member, Secretary, and is currently our Vice Chair, and Treasurer.
THANK YOU Helen Schruf for your continuous involvement and dedication! Feel free to share a like, a positive story, or a simple "thank you" for Helen!