Throughout Our World
Kringle Market- Win $1,000 and see Santa on Dec. 17
OUR WORLD— The ‘Tis the Season’ season is almost here! Join us at the Walsenburg Mercantile, 408 Russell St. on Saturday, Dec. 17 for all your holiday shopping needs. For the second year in a row, the World Journal is teaming up with merchants from Huerfano, Las Animas, and Colfax counties to give away $1,000. Support over 70 local vendors, get in the festive spirit, hang out with Santa CLaus himself, and finish up all your holiday shopping.
The $1,000 drawing will be at 2 p.m. on Dec. 17.
You can enter the drawing by shopping at La Veta Mercantile, Rocky Mountain Trading Company in Trinidad, Robin’s Boutique in Trinidad, the Grandote Golf Course restaurants – The Peaks at Grandote and the Grandote Grill, La Veta Inn, Lokal Burger in La Veta and the Walsenburg Mercantile. Tickets are given out per individual business discretion. For more information on how to become a participating business and sponsor the Kringle Market please call Debi Sporleder at 719-989-1501.
Kringle Market vendors wanted
OUR WORLD — We are still looking for local vendors and crafters to participate in the market on December 17. There is a $10 booth fee and you will join over 80 vendors who will be there when the $1,000 cash is given away at 2pm. For more information about having your own booth including, set up and tear down times, please email Judy at mercantilewalsenburg@gmail.com.
HUERFANO
Plant a Book at La Veta Library
LA VETA— This holiday season help us grow the La Veta Library’s children’s book collection. Planting a book in the library’s collection is a great and easy way to honor a friend or relative. A dedication bookplate will be placed inside one of our pre-selected books and you can choose a card to give to your special person. Plant a Book begins December 1st. All dedications are $15.00. Contact us at 742-3572 for more information. You can view the books on our website lvpl.org and use the PayPal option to purchase or come in to the library.
12 Days of Giving
HUERFANO— Please join us for the 5th Annual Non-Profit & Business Holiday Giving Celebrations. Donate online beginning Thursday, Dec. 1 through Monday, Dec 12 at www.SPBA.Huerfano.org or in person on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg. A “Taste of Spanish Peaks Country” treats and samples from local eateries will be provided. Sponsored by the Spanish Peaks Business Alliance.
Huerfano County Community Coalition Meeting
WALSENBURG— Just reminding you that our last meeting this year will be a potluck lunch (store bought items only) HCCC will be providing enchiladas where we intend to socialize, network and get to know each other better, so please bring something to share. This will not be a traditional meeting. Thursday, Dec. 1, 12 p.m. at the Huerfano Community Center in Walsenburg on Russell Ave. However, bring any announcements or fliers and we will get that out in an email on Friday. We want to see you there! Hope you can come! We have been numbering under 15, so don’t bring large quantities of food. There will be no zoom option for this meeting.
Holiday Movie Matinee
LA VETA— Join your friends at La Veta Library on Thursday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. for some pre-holiday fun. We will have 3 classic holiday movies ‘A Miracle on 34th Street, ‘The Nutcracker’ and Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory and those attending will vote on their favorite movie which we will then show. It will be a good way to get into the holiday spirit while enjoying a movie treasure and tasty refreshments with friends!
Trauma Informed Yoga
WALSENBURG— Trauma Informed Yoga is a loose low impact form of stretches that incorporate grounding, security and embodiment. Ruth Heal (yoga instructor) co-facilitates with Travis Maes (Peer Recovery Specialist) invite anyone that would like to attend free of charge, every Thursday from 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. at The Crossroads Turning Points building at 615 Russell Ave. Walsenburg. Please call Travis at 719-621-8323 for availability and possible cancellations.
Bake and Craft Sale at SPRHC
WALSENBURG— The Huerfano Medical Center Auxiliary at Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center, 23500 US-160, Walsenburg, CO, is having a bake and craft sale in the gift shop on Friday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Please come and help us out!
3rd Annual Craft Fair
WALSENBURG— Please join us on Friday-Sunday, Dec 2, 3 & 4 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Legends Flooring & Interior, 726 Main St. Walsenburg. So many wonderful gift ideas, home decor and so much more!
Marketplace of Ideas at MoF
WALSENBURG— Calling all vendors, makers and shoppers to the annual Small Business Saturday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Marketplace of Ideas, and Made in Walsenburg holiday event at the Museum of Friends, 600 Main Street, Walsenburg. Local vendors and makers please call to participate in this annual shopping event in Walsenburg. Display and promote your hand-made goods, art, jewelry, scarves, brooms, photographs, books, knitted and crochet items, holiday delicacies and baked goods. Artists from Huerfano and beyond will be available to answer questions about their process as they demonstrate how their art and crafts are made. The Marketplace of Ideas is an annual event that explores the universal need to make things with our hands. Huerfano County non-profit organizations are also invited to share what they do and discuss how the community can get involved with their projects. Santa will ring in the holiday cheer with hot apple cider, hot chocolate, cookies, and other homemade goodies. Bring your children for a photo opportunity, and we will email you the image. Call the MoF and reserve a table for only $10! 719-738-2858 or visit www.museumoffriends.org
Holiday Traditions Arts and Crafts Market- New Location
WALSENBURG— Due to circumstances out of our control, we are moving our event to a great space at the Walsenburg Mercantile. Please plan on coming to the Holiday Traditions Arts and Crafts Market on Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m – 4 p.m. It is truly a celebration of Huerfano County. Not only do we have more than 30 talented artists and craftspeople from throughout our area, but we also have other things that showcase our special community. We will have entertainment all day long. This will include our very own new troupe of young Fandango dancers at 10:30, the Mt. Carmel Youth Symphony at noon, and Michael Rael (our favorite musician from Questa) all afternoon. There will be the “Little People’s Christmas Store” where kids can shop with nothing more than a dollar or less (and even those with no money can tell us a story or make a picture for “instant credit’). One of Santa’s helpers will be there to help kiddos make gifts that come from the hands and the heart. Come join us in this celebration of Community. Contact Sandy Dolak (719-251-1271) if you need more information!
Holiday Art Walk Fundraiser in Historic Downtown
LA VETA — Meet us in downtown La Veta for our Annual Holiday Art Walk Fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 3! Gallery-hop, visit with artists, enjoy festive eats and drinks, listen to live music by the Francisco Center for the Performing Arts (FCPA) Show Choir, and win unique prizes, all while supporting La Veta creatives and small shop owners! If you are unable to attend, please consider donating to the fundraiser by purchasing a ticket, or purchasing a ticket for a community member who may not otherwise be able to attend! Donations raised go toward several arts programs in La Veta: The SPACe Gallery and the La Veta School of the Arts, arts programming through the La Veta Public Library, The Francisco Center for the Performing Arts, the La Veta Schools art program, and the La Veta Creative District! Tickets are $25 and are available via cash or check at H’s Place, Artisans on Main, and at SPACe. They can also be reserved by credit card online on the La Veta Creative District website at https://www.lavetacreativedistrict.org/events. Contact Kate McCabe at (303) 746-8323 or katemccabe69@yahoo.com for more info.
The Rifters at La Veta Mercantile
LA VETA— Saturday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. The Rifters formed in 2002 in the fertile and creative music scene of Taos, New Mexico from members of two popular bands already active in the area. Jim Bradley and Don Richmond of Hired Hands, and Rod Taylor of the Rounders, who had all known one another for years playing in the acoustic dance-oriented Americana music scene of northern New Mexico, decided to join forces to form The Rifters. Putting out more music than it seems should be right for three guys on stage, the Rifters employ a wide range of acoustic and electric instruments, combined with soaring three-part harmonies, to provide a mesmerizing variety of music from driving blue-grama-grass to ethereal desert beauty. The years of playing to the dance crowds in their northern New Mexico homeland has given their music a toe-tapping rhythm that is engaging and undeniable. The Rifters are truly a musical voice of their region of high desert vistas and mountain majesty.
$20 advance tickets, $22 day of show www.simpletix.com/e/the-rifters-tickets-71304
Community brunch
WALSENBURG— The Walsenburg Ladies Auxiliary 1187 will host another community brunch on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 614 Main St in Walsenburg. Come join us again for a delicious brunch. The last one went so well and we had such a good turnout! The cost is $5 per adult and $2.50 per child. We will be serving bacon or sausage, eggs to order, and hashbrowns. The cost also includes coffee or juice. We will continue to strive to support our community from the proceeds we receive from these brunch events; we hope to see you there!
Tree lighting in Charlie Park
LA VETA— A long standing LaVeta tradition will be back on Sunday, Dec. 4, 3 p.m. Join us in Charlie Park as we celebrate the season by lighting up the Christmas trees and singing Christmas carols. Members of the Francisco Center of the Performing Arts Show Choir will be on hand to lead the singing and add to the fun, Come out and join us and show your holiday spirit.
Baby & Toddler storytime at SPLD
WALSENBURG— Every Monday at 10:30 a.m. we will be having a baby/toddler storytime. It will be for children ages 0-2 and will last about 30 minutes. We will have stories, songs, and fingerplays. Please join us every Monday at 10:30 am. We will also still be continuing our regular Friday story times from 10:30 am – 11:30 am. The library is located at 415 Walsen Ave. If you have any questions you may contact Ms. Sherry at 719-695-1105 or sherryspld@gmail.com. Library hours are M – W from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Th – F from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sundays 1 pm – 5 pm. We hope to see you soon.
DMV 2GO
HUERFANO—A representative from DMV2GO will be at the Huerfano County Department of Human Services at 121 W 6 th Street in Walsenburg, on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. No appointment necessary, customers will be served on a first come first served basis. You must pay with check or credit card. NO CASH will be accepted. Services included are; first time: Colorado Driver License or ID card, Out-of-State Transfers, Renew: Driver License, Permit, Identification Card, issue new: Driver License, Permit, Identification Card, Motor Vehicle Records and Reinstatements.
Celebrate Recovery
WALSENBURG— Celebrate Recovery is a biblical and balanced program that helps overcome hurts, habits and hang-ups of all sorts and shapes. People familiar with Alcoholics Anonymous and other recovery groups will recognize the format. Celebrate Recovery acknowledges God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 Steps and 8 Recovery Principles that facilitate true life transformation. If you wish to attend, you don’t need to be a Christian or a member of Praise. There’s no pre-registration or sign-ups & no need to bring anything except a willingness to grow & change. Join us on the journey to freedom Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. with a meal from 5:30 – 6 p.m. Praise Church Walsenburg 311 W 4th St 719-738-1822.
First Time Homebuyer Class
WALSENBURG— Why rent when you can buy? Join us on Thursday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg for our First Time Homebuyers class. Classes are free and all materials are provided at no charge. For more information and to register please visit www.NWSOCO.org Code of The West will provide lunch, all attendees are welcome whether they are working with an agent already or not at all.
The Road to Santiago – A spiritual Journey
LA VETA— Janine Rose planned her pilgrimage to Santiago for years and when the day finally arrived, the journey was more than she could have imagined, but not for the reasons you might think! Join us at the LaVeta Library on Thursday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. as Janine shares the story of the spiritual journey of a lifetime Come be inspired, challenged and uplifted by her amazing tale. As always, free with delicious refreshments.
Redhawks Christmas Program
LA VETA— La Veta Elementary school will be presenting a Christmas program in the Redhawks gym on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. Preschool, elementary and middle school music students will be performing after a three-year hiatus. The program, under the direction of Cheryl Shults, will feature singers, keyboard players, beanbag tossers, cup passers and tennis ball bouncers. The program is free and open to the public.
Learn About Leathercraft
WALSENBURG—Are you interested in learning about working with leather? The Huerfano County 4-H program is hosting an introductory workshop on Friday, Dec. 9, 3 – 4:30 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center Take home a leather bookmark you decorated! Open to all ages. For information, call 719-738-3000, Ext. 131. Walk-ins are welcome.
Trivia Night with LVPL
LA VETA— Join La Veta Public Library for our next Trivia Night, Friday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m. at Mountain Merman Brewery. 5 rounds, 5 questions each round, up to 5 people on each team. No electronic devices allowed-this will result in immediate team disqualification. There is no charge to participate in trivia. First place team wins $25 off their tab, second place wins $15 off their tab, third place wins $10 off their tab. This week’s theme is “Holiday Cliches” with rounds: Snow What?, Winter Sports, Holiday Movies, Holiday Music, Holiday Traditions Near and Far.
Holiday Craft Fair
WALSENBURG—Huerfano Nursery and Garden will be hosting a Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artists will be selling gifts, home decor, jewelry, yard art, and more just in time for Christmas! Shop local, shop small, and help us celebrate local talent this holiday season. Located at 704 Walsen Avenue in Walsenburg.
HCRC Christmas Party
WALSENBURG— Join the Huerfano GOP for their Christmas Party on Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 6 – 8 p.m. Please bring a small dessert and join the party at 521 Main St, Walsenburg.
Mistletoe Bingo Fundraiser at The Peaks at Grandote
LA VETA— Thursday, Dec. 15, 5 – 8 p.m. This is a fundraiser to benefit La Veta Trails and wish Jeffer Wingate of the U.S. Forest Service La Veta Office a happy retirement. Corrine Cordon, the new owner of Grandote Golf Course, and The Peaks at Grandote restaurant, is hosting a buffet dinner at $25, which includes tax and tip with one complimentary bingo card included. Reserve your buffet tickets at https://playgrandote.com/dining/ or call 719-999-7529. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. and bingo cards are $5 each plus $1 per card for the final round of blackout bingo. There will be three cash prize games, plus donated game prizes.
Gingerbread Bash!
WALSENBURG— Saturday, Dec. 17, 2:30 p.m. “Gingerbread Bash” is a super fun, hands-on way for the whole family to celebrate the Christmas season together! We’ll make a gingerbread nativity, play games, hear the Christmas story from the Bible, and discover that sometimes the greatest gift comes in the most ordinary box. Santa will be there, too, with a gift for every child! There’ll also be a special place where kids can pick a gift to give to someone else, and even wrap it! (and a special place where grown-ups can pick up a few stocking stuffers for free). Hosted by Praise Church, 311 W 4th St, Walsenburg. Register on our Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/5eHmbElVM To register by phone or for more information call: (719) 738-1822, or email: walsenburg@pueblopraise.org
LAS ANIMAS
Home Lighting Tours
TRINIDAD— The city of Trinidad and the Tourism Board will be hosting the Annual Home Lighting Tours aboard the Trolley beginning Thursday, Dec. 1. The tours will run at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. every Thursday – Sunday until Dec. 23rd. Trolley pick up this year at 234 N. Commercial St. in front of Frank Images. The Tourism Trailer also will be on site to hand out free hot cocoa and hot apple cider and gift bags for the kiddos.
I-25 Travel Alert
LAS ANIMAS—Please be advised that the previously scheduled full closure of the northbound I-25 off ramp at Exit 11 for Wednesday, Nov. 30 has been cancelled and rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 2, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. due to weather. The closure is part of work for the CDOT I-25 Exit 11 Interchange Improvement project that is nearing completion. A reminder that all construction schedules are weather dependent and subject to change. The northbound I-25 off ramp at Exit 11 will be fully closed and traffic will be detoured to Exit 13-B Trinidad.
Open House and 2023 Calendar Distribution
TRINIDAD— Join us at The First National Bank of Trinidad at 100 E. Main St, Trinidad and First National Loan Production Office at 1247 S. second St in Raton on Friday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Come for coffee, homemade cookies, and the 2023 calendars, featuring the classic artwork of Norman Rockwell as published by The Saturday Evening Post. A free gift to the community from The First National Bank of Trinidad.
Senior Days at Books & More Books
TRINIDAD— Senior Days at Books & More Bookstore in Trinidad, will be Friday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Most items 50% off. Please give us a call if you have any questions 719-846-8522.
It’s a Wonderful Life- live radio
TRINIDAD— Join us at Main St. Live, 131 West Main St in Trinidad for It’s a Wonderful Life. Based on the story “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940’s radio show broadcast. The story of idealistic, desperate George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. An angel is sent from Heaven to help him by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed. “Teacher says, ‘Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.’ “ Friday, Dec. 2 & 9 and Saturday, Dec. 3 & 10 at 7 p.m. – Sunday, Dec. 4 & 11 at 2 p.m.
Pearl Harbor Gun Show
TRINIDAD— Fort Wootton veterans present the Pearl Harbor Gun Show, Saturday, Dec. 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission is $10, Seniors and veterans admission is $8 and kids 14 and under are free. There are also vendor booths available for $50. Please contact Jess at 719-680-1836 for more information. All proceeds directly support the Operation and Maintenance of Fort Wooten Memorial Square. Sponsored by American Legion Post 11.
Christmas Bazaar
TRINIDAD— Holy Trinity Academy, Trinidad invites you to attend our Annual Christmas Bazaar at the Sebastiani Gym, 206 N Animas St. Join us on Saturday, Dec 3 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and find unique gifts for your loved ones for the holidays!
Christmas Bazaar & Gingerbread House Competition
TRINIDAD— Faith Christian Fellowship’s Annual Christmas Bazzar and Gingerbread House Competition will be on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bring the whole family for some holiday fun. Faith Christian Fellowship is located at 2608 Santa Fe Trail in Trinidad.
Christmas Market
TRINIDAD— Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come and join us, for a fun-filled shopping event, several individual displays, affordable prices, handmade crafts, and baked goods, all from our local community. enter on the west side of the building. Still accepting vendors. $20.00 per space, used to support our Church, United Methodist Church 216 Broom Street, Trinidad.
Trinidad Community Chorale
TRINIDAD— After three years of silence, the members of the Trinidad Community Chorale are coming back together to blend our voices in song!
Please join us for this free concert (donations are welcome and appreciated) at the United Methodist Church in Trinidad either Saturday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. or Sunday, Dec. 4, 2 p.m. Help us get into the spirit of the Christmas season by attending one or both of these concerts. Music selections include traditional religious and secular pieces, some with interesting rhythms.
Fourth Annual Poetry and Literary Festival
TRINIDAD— The Corazón de Trinidad Creative District will proudly present the fourth annual Poetry and Literary Festival, A Solstice Celebration: as dark turns to light, in Trinidad. Join us Thursday Dec. 8- Saturday, Dec 10 at the newly opened Commons at Space to Create, 218 W Main Street. Friday begins the festival with a reception from 5 – 6 p.m. to meet the authors who will present Saturday workshop and will read from the current works. Saturday, workshops will be held from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Workshop presenters include Kim Krisco, poet SETH, Jovan Mays, David Anthony Martin, Petra Perkins, Tom Nordgren, and Dustin Hyman, all Colorado writers. The workshops will be followed by an Authors Marketplace, where you can visit with published writers and purchase books. The festival will close with readings by workshop participants.Ticket purchase and detailed scheduling is available on the website www.trinidadcreativedistrict.org.
Family story time and crafts
TRINIDAD— The Trinidad Carnegie Public Library hosts Family Storytime and Crafts every second Friday of each month. Join us Friday, Dec. 9 from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. for storytime and stay for crafting!
Free Throw Contest
TRINIDAD—Come join us at Trinidad Middle School gym for the Local Round of the National Elks Hoop Shoot. Kids from 8-13 years old can come down to shoot on Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. You will have a chance to get your name in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Winter Wonderland Party
TRINIDAD— Please join us for a Winter Wonderland Party on Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 4 – 8 p.m. at Tri Peak Theaters, 3600 E Main St. in Trinidad. This event is in collaboration with ABC disability Support Group, The CPW, Trinidad Ambulance District, Trinidad Fire District, SCDDS and sponsored by Faragosi Farms. To RSVP please call 719-220-4558.
Christmas Concert
TRINIDAD— Mt. Carmel presents its Youth Choir Christmas Concert on Friday, Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m. Join us at Mt. Carmel Chapel, 911 Robinson Ave, Trinidad, and enjoy the holiday music.
Christmas with Santa
TRINIDAD— L&R Entertainment & Tri Peak Theaters presents Christmas with Santa, Sunday Dec. 18, 3 p.m. Christmas music, gifts for children, refreshments and so much more! Join us at Tri Peaks Theaters, 3600 E Main St, Trinidad. For more information please call Linda at 719-680-8887.
COLFAX
Cowboy Christmas Bazaar
RATON—Raton Methodist women will have their Bazaar: “Cowboy Christmas”, Saturday, Dec. 3rd, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall behind the Raton Methodist Church at the corner of South 4th and Tiger Drive. Questions, call Nancy Poe, 575-445-3194.
Santa is coming to town
RATON—Saturday, Dec. 3, 1 p.m. Come see Santa Claus at the Convention Center, 901 S. 3rd St in Raton. We will have a lot of games, and activities including; cupcake walk, fish pond, bean bag throw, ring toss, Jumping Castle and much more! Sponsored by the Raton Lions Club.
Miner’s Day Celebration and Exhibitions
RATON— Join us on Saturday, Dec 3. from 5 – 7 p.m. for Miner’s Day proudly presented by Miners’ Colfax Medical Center and The Raton Museum. Tickets are $10 and include; refreshments, appetizers, entrance to the Raton Museum and featured exhibit, plus a Miner’s Day Souvenir. We will also have a keynote speaker, a silent auction and much more. Tickets are available at The Raton Museum, Ladies Auxiliary Thrift /Gift Shop. Please contact Jayna Saiz at 575-445-7721 with any questions.
Pasta dinner and Bingo
RATON— Join Raton High School’s Junior class on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the cafeteria. $10 pasta dinner and 12 Bingo cards for $30. All proceeds go to the Junior class of Raton High School.
Silver Spur Cowbells annual Christmas Bazaar
SPRINGER— Join us for our annual Christmas craft and rummage sale at this years Christmas Bazaar on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Springer Methodist Church. We will have Frito pie, hot dogs, chile dogs and much more! Just follow Santa and Rudolph, they will show you the way! There will also be a holiday “box of beef” raffle valued at $500, $2 per ticket or 6 tickets $10. Drawing will be Dec 19 and you do not need to be present ro win. Tickets available at Cimmaron West, 4-H Office in Raton, Burton & Associates in Springer, Gladstone Mercantile in Gladstone. All proceeds go to local scholarships.
Springer Holiday Happenings
SPRINGER— Saturday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m. Greet your neighbors and enjoy the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Museum Park. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served. Friday, Dec. 16, Lights of Enchantment Challenge Tour. Come cast your vote for the best home and best business lighting display. Tour van leaves at 6 p.m. from Museum Park. For more details visit www.SpringerAreaEvents.com. Saturday, Dec. 17 is the Springer Parade of Lights. Come enjoy our lighted vehicles and floats with prizes to be awarded following the parade at Museum Park.
All Aboard! Movie Night at Shuler
RATON— All Aboard! Get ready for a magical night at the Shuler in Raton. Doors open at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11 and the movie starts at 4pm. Free milk and cookie at the door. And of course, bring a blanket and wear your most cozy pajamas! Contest for most festive pajama. Take your picture with a polar bear! Free entry, all donations go towards City of Bethlehem. Chance at $1 raffle tickets for gift basket prize. Concessions are available for purchase.
Audubon’s 123rd Annual Christmas Bird Count
RATON—The National Audubon Society invites birdwatchers to participate in the longest-running community science survey, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC). On Saturday, Dec. 17, volunteer birders and nature enthusiasts in Raton will take part in this tradition, many rising before dawn to participate. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome to contribute to this fun, nationwide community science project. Each individual count is performed in a circle 15 miles wide. The volunteers break up into small parties and follow assigned routes, counting every bird they see. Some people also watch feeders instead of following routes. Interested volunteers must arrange in advance to participate. To sign up, please contact Scott Chalmers at 505-490-3507 or email scott.chalmers@emnrd.gov.
