HUERFANO
Call for Goodnight Moon readers
HUERFANO— Local artists Emilie Odeile and Ken Chapin invite you to contribute now to the soundtrack for their upcoming exhibition Goodnight Moon – A Fiber Tale opening May 5. To contribute or for more information simply call 719-297-1177 and read this beloved children’s story on our answering machine. It takes less than 2 minutes to help bring this project to life!
SPLD presents the Bunny Hop Book Hunt
WALSENBURG— The Bunny Hop Book Hunt will be all through the month of April. Bring your children to the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg where they will be handed a playing score sheet with three categories of books to find. When your child finds all 3 books, bring them to the front desk and your child will win a prize!
SPLD presents the Cottontail Run
WALSENBURG— Cottontail Run will be held all through the month of April at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg. This is a chance for older children and adults to have a little springtime fun! This is a timed task to see how quickly you can find a book in our library in both fiction and non-fiction categories. Books found are written on the score sheet and the fastest time wins a prize!
Huerfano Coalition Meeting
WALSENBURG— Just a reminder that our next HCCC meeting is next Thursday, April 6, 12 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg. If you can’t make it, please join us via ZOOM. Thanks to our sponsor LA/HU Health Department who will be sharing lunch and information about what’s going on with the Young Child Week. Join Zoom Meeting ID: 890 3365 0278.
Historical Society meeting
WALSENBURG— The next meeting of the Huerfano County Historical Society will be held on Thursday, April 6 at 4 p.m. at the Huerfano Heritage Center located at 114 W. 6th St. Walsenburg. The public is welcome to attend.
SPLD Presents Storytime with Mrs. Flamingo
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Library District in Walsenburg every Friday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join our Children’s Librarian, Mrs Flamingo as she reads a story and participate in a craft related to the story! Don’t miss this fun and creative program to share with your kids! You can also catch Storytime with Mrs. Flamingo every other Saturday at the Walsenburg Mercantile. Saturday, April 15 at 2 p.m. will be the next reading at the Mercantile.
Care and Share Mobile Market returns to La Veta
LA VETA— The La Veta Village assisted living residence partners with Care and Share Food Bank of Southern Colorado to provide food for those in need in the greater La Veta area. The Mobile Market provides no-cost groceries. Everyone in the community is welcome to shop at the market. Simply walk up and choose food you would like to take home. The next Mobile Market visit comes to the La Veta Village parking lot on East Francisco Street on Friday, April 7, 2 to 4 p.m. Bring Your Own Bags. For questions please call (719) 247-1393 or email foodservices@lavetavillage.org.
Trivia with LVPL
LA VETA— Join La Veta Public Library on Friday, April 7, 7 p.m. at Mountain Merman Brewing Company for a night of Wild About Animals Trivia! Six rounds, up to five people on a team. No electronic devices allowed-this will result in immediate team disqualification. New prizes! 1st place wins a free pint for each team member, 2nd place wins 1/2 off a pint for each team member, and 3rd place wins $1 off a pint for each team member! There is no charge to participate in trivia. A great time guaranteed!
Weekend movie at the Fox: Champions
WALSENBURG– The historic Fox Theatre’s weekend movie CHAMPIONS PG-13 • 2 hours 3 minutes. A former minor-league basketball coach receives a court order to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. Despite his doubts, he soon realizes that together they can go further than they ever imagined. Showtimes are Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. Adults $7, students $6, children (5-12) & seniors $5.
Easter Egg Hunt
WALSENBURG— Join Huerfano County Parks and Rec and Peakview PTO on Saturday, April 8, 11 a.m. for their Easter Egg Hunt at the JMHS Football Field. There will be coupons for free slurpees, drawings for prize baskets, family 4 pass to Fox Theatre and 2000 Eggs to be found. Sponsored by Fox Theatre, San Isabel, HuLA, 7 11 and Huerfano County Government.
Sunrise Service
WALSENBURG— New Hope Community Church at 801 Pennsylvania Avenue in Walsenburg will have its annual Easter sunrise service on Easter Sunday, April 9 at 6:15 a.m. A carry in fellowship breakfast follows the service. Services at the regular time from 10:00 – 11:15 will also be held.
Resurrection Sunday morning
LA VETA— Resurrection Sunday morning will be a breakfast starting at 9 a.m. and service starting at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 9 at the 4-H building in La Veta. The Feed Store Church is hosting the event. Please join us and bring your friends and family.
Fire truck egg drop Easter Sunday
WALSENBURG— Join Praise Church Walsenburg 311 W 4th St on Sunday, April 9, starting at 9 a.m. for Easter activities. Breakfast starts at 9 a.m. and is free. At 10:30 will be Easter Service following at 12 p.m. join us in the parking lot for the Egg Drop and visit with the Huerfano County Fire Department.
Free tax preparation
HUERFANO— Tax Day is April 18! Another Life Foundation offers FREE income tax preparation to eligible community members (those who make $58,000 or less). Our IRS VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites are now open in Huerfano County. Walk-ins every Monday from 3 – 6 p.m. at the La Veta Public Library and every Wednesday from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Spanish Peaks Library District in Walsenburg through April 17. Please call the library for appointments in Walsenburg (719) 738-2774. Bring your ID’s (taxpayer/spouse), SS cards (taxpayer/spouse/dependents), and all 2022 tax documents. See our website https://www.anotherlifefoundation.com/irsvitataxsite-itinservices or call (719) 216-7238 for more information.
Blood Drive
WALSENBURG— American Legion Post 16 on Tuesday, April 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. will be sponsoring another blood drive at the Huerfano Community Center in Walsenburg. Please preregister at vitalant.org Please come and donate.
JMHS Theater: presenting the Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon
WALSENBURG— On Wednesday and Thursday, April 12 and 13, the JMHS Theater Class will be putting on a production of The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon at Washington Auditorium (201 E 5th). There is an admission fee of $5 cash for adults, $4 for students (used to help offset the cost of production rights). We hope to see you there.
The Leisure Seeker- movie matinee at LVPL
LA VETA— The La Veta Library welcomes you to join us on Thursday, April 13 at 2 p.m. as we present “The Leisure Seeker” as our matinee offering for the month. Starring legendary award winning actors, Donald Sutherland and Helen Miran, the movie takes us on an unforgettable journey with an older couple “escaping” their life in Boston in their faithful RV for an unforgettable trip to Key West, Florida. Filled with tender moments and surprises, it is a movie that will stay with you long after the credits. As always, free with tasty refreshments.
La Veta Arbor Day tree planting
LA VETA— Mayor Doug Brgoch has declared Friday, April 14 as Arbor Day for the Town of La Veta. Please join members of La Veta Park and Tree Board on Friday, April 14 at 1 p.m. at the corner of W Cascade St. and Cherry St. in La Veta for the planting of the Town’s Arbor Day tree. Keith Hauber, retired arborist, will be conducting a short educational session about proper tree planting and maintenance during and after the tree planting. Please join us as we continue our 37 year heritage as a Tree City USA town with this Arbor Day tree planting.
If you are interested in volunteering with La Veta Park & Tree Board to do tree planting and maintenance including pruning, please contact Keith Hauber at khauber@sbcglobal.net or 816-277-4833 for more information.
SPLD: Flicks at the Library
WALSENBURG—Friday, April 14, 1:30 p.m. This month’s movie is The Princess Bride, a fairy tale adventure about a beautiful young woman and her one true love. He must find her after a long separation and save her. They must battle the evils of the mythical kingdom of Florin to be reunited with each other. Join us for a fun afternoon at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg! Free popcorn and movie, but BYOB. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Barefoot in the Park by FCPA
LA VETA— Francisco Center for the Performing Arts proudly present “Barefoot in the Park”, a play by Neil Simon. Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the word. After a six day honeymoon, they get a surprise visit from Corie’s loopy mother and decide to play matchmaker during a dinner with their neighbor-in-the-attic Velasco, where everything that can go wrong does. Show dates are Friday, April 14 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 15 and Sunday, April 16 at 2 p.m., Friday, April 21 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 22 and April 23 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased now at www.fcpalaveta.org
SPLD Presents Trivia Night
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Librarian at the Second Street Bar & Grill at the Walsenburg Golf Course,Wednesday, April 19, 6 p.m. for SPLD’s monthly Trivia Night! Categories for this month are: 1) Lego Bricks 2) Flowers 3) Colo 14ers 4) Visual – Famous Rabbits 5) Back to the Future Trilogy. Don’t miss the fun!
Earth Day Tree Planting at Lathrop State Park
WALSENBURG— Join us at the visitor center to plant native trees and shrubs around the park. Bring gloves, water, and a shovel if you have one. Lunch will be provided! Please register before April 22 at cpwconnect.state.co.us so we can have a headcount for lunch, or you can register by calling Stacey Koury at 719-738-2376 ext 4 or stacey.koury@state.co.us
Our annual Earth Day Event pays tribute to volunteer Jon Sudar, who served at Lathrop State Park after retiring as a park ranger in the Grand Canyon. His work helped build our history, geocache, and natural resource programs until his passing on Earth Day in 2015.
Two Hare Shop ‘N Paint
WALSENBURG – Two Hare – Shop ‘N Paint, will be held on Sunday, April 23rd, from 1 to 3 p.m. Come out to shop, eat and paint. If you’ve not tried Gubgubs or RegalBurg food and drinks, this will be the perfect time. Two Hare will set up in a great space with a fun painting for you. She is pretty excited about this image to teach, so come out for a fun afternoon of painting, shopping and good food and drinks. -Two ways to RSVP and pay- https://venmo.com/u/Jen-Dunn-73 or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/twoharetradingco Price is $35 – Please include names of those participating when paying for the registration. If you’re having difficulty with the pay portals OR do not use, please message Two Hare directly!
Poetry in La Veta
LA VETA— An afternoon of poetry in honor of National Poetry Month and Earth Day will be held on Sunday, April 23, 3-5 p.m. at Tom Doerk’s home in La Veta, 120 W. Grand. Bring poems to read (your own or other favorites!). For more information, call Tom at 719-742-3776 or Robin at 719-742-3398.
Come to the annual Fandango Cinco de Mayo performance
WALSENBURG—El Fandango folklorico dance group will be having its annual Cinco De Mayo performance on Saturday, May 6, from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m at Washington Auditorium at the Huerfano Re-1 School admin building, 201 E. 5th Street in Walsenburg. This will feature the end-of-year dance program for the Peakview dancers as well as the competition-level program. Cost is $5 for ages 6 and up.
LAS ANIMAS
Cup of Joe Peer to Peer program
TRINIDAD— Join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. (except holidays) at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, 127 N. Commercial Street Suite 205, Trinidad.
Egg my yard fundraiser
TRINIDAD— Let the THS Miners Cheerleaders do the extra work this Easter. Wake up to a yard full of candy filled Easter eggs and a letter from the Easter bunny! Get your order in while you can, we will be taking a limited amount. Message us on facebook, Trinidad Miners Cheer or call/text 719-439-8730 to place your order or swing by the old middle school gym on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday of this week and next week from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Taking orders now until Thursday, April 6.
Adult Roller Hockey League Championship game today
TRINIDAD— Final matches of the season for the Little Pueblo Adult Roller Hockey League will be today, Thursday, April, 6, and puck drops at 6 p.m. Join us at Skateland, 424 W. Main St. Trinidad for The ‘Dad Lounge Blackouts vs. The Skateland Saints and also the Freedom Road Grinders Vs. THCU Mighty Dabs. This is a free to attend event! Come cheer on your favorite team/local biz at Skateland. Gawk at these mostly out-of-shape adults attempting to relive their glory days. Injuries almost guaranteed! Warm-ups begin at 5 p.m., national anthem is at 5:55 p.m., and the third place game begins at 6 p.m. with three 10 minute periods with five minute intermissions between periods. Championship game begins at 7 p.m. with three 15 minute periods with five minute intermissions between periods
Senior Days at Books & More
TRINIDAD— Senior Days at Books & More bookstore in Trinidad will be Friday, April 7, and Saturday, April 8. Store hours for Friday are 11-4 and Saturday are 10-3:30. Most items are 50% off. For more information please call 719-846-8522.
Easter egg hunt
TRINIDAD— Join us at the Trinidad Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, 409 Benedicta Ave. on Friday, April 7, 1 p.m. We will have an Easter Egg hunt on the front lawn with 2 miniature horses and even the Easter Bunny.
Jewel of the West
TRINIDAD— Unlocking the archives of the Fox West Theatre in Trinidad opening on Friday, April 7, 5 – 8 p.m. at the A.R. Mitchell Museum. There will be classic movie posters for sale and guided tours of the theatre will be from 6 – 8 p.m.
‘23 First Friday Art Walk
TRINIDAD— Visit participating galleries, creative spaces and businesses this Friday, April 7, 5 – 8 p.m. for the First Friday Art Walk. Mostly located along Main St and Commercial St, take an evening stroll and visit new and exciting businesses while revisiting past favorites.
DATE CORRECTION: Passover registration is Saturday
TRINIDAD— Saturday, April 8, 5:30 p.m. at Temple Aaron of Trinidad, 407 S. Maple St. The Passover Seder at Temple Aaron (in person) is a highlight each year. This year, Rabbi Jack Shlachter will lead the Seder, and the meal will again be catered by Alys Romer, who has provided incredible meals for Temple Aaron events for many years. Seats are $36 for nonmember adults, $10 for nonmember children ages 6-13, and free for children under 5. Members of Temple Aaron may attend at no charge. The Seder is one of the highlight events at Temple Aaron each year and spots fill quickly, so please register if you would like to attend. Anyone in the community is welcome to attend. Questions/comments? Reach us any time at 303-905-2161 or info@templeaaron.org.
Second Saturday Trailwork: Mahogany Trail Completion
TRINIDAD— Help Trinidad Trails Alliance put the finishing touches on our new trail segment at the Wormhole! Tentatively named “Mahogany” for the many Mountain Mahogany bushes along it. Afterwards we will have a celebratory hike / run / bike along the new trail to break it in!
As always, bring your own water, gloves, and sunscreen. Tools will be provided but if you have a favorite, bring it too. TTA will supply cold beverages. Meet at the Wormhole trail head on Saturday, April 8, 10 a.m.
All abilities Easter party, egg hunt
TRINIDAD— Join the fun at Nicol’s Cottonwood Corner, 19990 CR 75.1, Trinidad for an all abilities Easter party and egg hunt on Saturday, April 8, 2 p.m. Sponsored by Family Support SCDDS. For more information please call 719-251-9273.
Aguilar Easter egg hunt
AGUILAR— The annual Easter Egg Hunt & Bake Sale in Aguilar on Saturday, April 8th. The bake sale will begin at 10 a.m. in the Community Center and the egg hunt will start at 12 p.m. There will be pinatas, prize eggs, Easter baskets and free hot dogs for all kids. Sponsored by the American Legion Post 42, Women’s Auxiliary and Friends of Aguilar.
Second Saturdays – Open Mic for all Literary Souls
TRINIDAD— The Corazón de Trinidad Creative District is pleased to announce its inaugural event for 2023; the Second Saturday Series will begin this Saturday, April 8, 7 p.m. An Open Mic for poets and all literary souls, the Series is hosted by the Creative District on the Second Saturday of the month at 210 West Main St. The evening begins with a featured writer Kate Kingston, poet, writer and longtime resident of Trinidad. The microphone then opens to all who would like to share their creative literary efforts. This event is free and open to the public.
Lora Nava, Chair of the Creative District’s Board of Directors is enthusiastic about this inaugural series for 2023, “The concept of the Open Mic has been an integral part of the Creative District’s effort to promote the literary arts in Trinidad and Southern Colorado. Encouraging both the written and spoken word in our youth and adult populations brings to light yet another facet of the growing artistic presence in our community.”
Dirt Church
TRINIDAD— Tarantula Cycles presents Dirt Church on Easter Sunday, April 9, 9 a.m. Gravel ride, mountain bike, hike or paddle with a brunch tailgate to follow. Meet at the Trinidad Lake State Park Picnic area.
Beginner Pickleball
TRINIDAD— Pickleball is taking over and here is your opportunity to learn how to play and build your skills. Join the fun over the next three weeks starting Sunday, April 9, 10 a.m. and learn how to play at the Trinidad Community Center.
Brunch with the Easter Bunny
TRINIDAD— Let’s celebrate together at the Marketplace Food Court. Join the Easter Bunny for brunch on Sunday, April 9, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. There will be fun to be had and food specials from out vendors.
Philosophy Café
TRINIDAD— Philosophy Café will happen again on Monday evening, April 10, at 5 p.m. This will be a remote meeting via Zoom Meeting, and you must register to join http://bit.ly/42LsSAH. April’s topic is The Philosophy of Taxation.
Special Olympics in Trinidad
TRINIDAD— Please join us for a day with Special Olympics with events taking place on the campus of Trinidad State College on Friday, April 14, 10 a.m. There will be an “All about Special Olympics Colorado” presentation at 10 a.m. followed by a “Young Athletes and Soccer Clinic at 11:30 a.m. and then a “Bocce Fun” event at 12:30 p.m. Reach out to Kyle Kemper at kkemper@specialolympics.org for more information.
Spring Fling rummage sale
TRINIDAD— Come join us on Saturday, April 15, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Sebastiani Gym. There will be a bake sale, arts and crafts vendors, face painting for the kids and a silent auction.
Bowling Tournament
TRINIDAD— ROAR for Relay for Life is having our third annual, 9 Pin no Tap Tournament at Trinidad Lanes, 823, Van Buren St. Join the fun on Saturday, April 15, 1 p.m. $20 to participate, must pay and register ahead of time. Awards for top 3 bowlers. Come bowl and fight back against cancer at the same time. Dress up as your favorite rock star for our costume contest too! To register or for more information please call Kendra Doherty 719-680-0693.
Book signing at TPL
TRINIDAD— After a 45-year career as a museologist, archaeologist, paleontologist and historian, Calvin B. Smith recently published his first fiction novel – about time travel. Smith will hold a book signing on Saturday, April 15 at 1 p.m. at the Trinidad Public Library for his new book “The Mammoth Quest”.
365 Health Fair
TRINIDAD— Health screenings at Mt. San Rafael Hospital in Trinidad on Saturday, April 22, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Register in the lobby or online at www.365health.org. Several free and low cost tests will be provided in the cafeteria. Please call Lynda Pachelli for more information 719-846-8051.
COLFAX
Free tutoring for PreK-8 kids
COLFAX— PED announces its new tutoring service in partnership with Paper that focuses on mathematics, language arts and science. The program offers students in grades preK-8 from New Mexico Title I Schools access to free academic support from tutors on a secure platform. Participating students will receive 20 hours of tutoring at no cost to families.
Parents can sign students up at OutofSchool.Tutoring@ped.nm.gov
Peer support groups
RATON— Are you struggling with addiction? Would you like to support a friend who is struggling with addiction? Join Elias Romero, a 17 year certified Peer Support Worker who will facilitate the group. Assisted by Zia Youth’s McLean at Zia Youth, 207 Park Ave, in Raton on Saturdays. 18- 30 year olds will meet from 9 – 10 a.m. and under 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
RAIN Members’ Meeting
RATON— Please join us for a free meal and learn more about RAIN’s activities and plans for Colfax County addressing behavioral health and substance abuse issues. Join us at the Raton Convention Center on Thursday, April 6, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch is provided for those who make required reservations by emailing Reservations@RAINColfax.org. This is open to the public to attend, please RSVP.
Aqua Easter Egg Hunt
RATON— Join the Raton Regional Aquatic Center for their annual Aqua Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 8, 9:30 a.m. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and is $5 per child regardless of their age. Come dunk, dive, swim, splash, for over 1000 Easter eggs in the pool. Sponsored by Farmers Insurance Jamie Marez Agency, Broker Wendy Mileta and the Raton Elks.
Easter Egg Hunt
CIMARRON— Saturday, April 8, 10 a.m. will be the annual Easter egg hunt. Join the fun and festivities at Village Park.
Springer Easter egg hunt
SPRINGER— Join us on Saturday, April , 10 a.m. at the Horseshoe Park. This hunt is for kids 10 and under and is sponsored by the Town of Springer, Springer Fire Department and the Knights of Columbus Council #7393. If you have any questions please call Loretta Smith at 575-707-1354.
Maxwell FFA Egg your house fundraiser
COLFAX— The Maxwell FFA wants to egg your yard! Candy filled eggs will be spread in your yard the evening of Saturday, April 8. Your kids will wake up Easter morning to colorful eggs left by the Easter Bunny. $25 for 2 dozen eggs and $5 for each additional dozen. To order please contact Christy Rubio, 505-688-4447 or by email at Christyrubio@maxwellp12.com
Colfax County Farm & Livestock Bureau Scholarship
COLFAX— The Colfax County Farm & Livestock Bureau is pleased to offer two $750 scholarships for the 2023/2024 school year. Scholarship applicants are required to be a resident of Colfax County. They may be graduating home school or high school seniors, college undergraduate, vocational or trade school students. We have made changes to the application, so please make sure that you have the 2023 application. Applications and more information can be obtained by contacting Hal Porter at (575)-447-7108, David Walker at (575)-447-1465, or Arron Dyer at (512)-626-8497. Deadline to apply is April 14th.
Boating Safety Course
RATON— New Mexico State Parks Presents Boating Safety Course on Saturday, April 15, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. This free course is for new and experienced boaters and is required for motorboat operators born after Jan. 1, 1989. Located at the Raton Convention Center, 901 S. Third St. For more information or to register please visit tinyurl.com/boatnm
Meet and greet the president
SPRINGER— There will be a public meet and greet with Dr. Edward Martinez, president of Luna Comunity College, on Tuesday, April 25, starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Luna Community College Springer Satellite campus.
For more information, please call 505-454-5367. Light refreshments will be served.
