HUERFANO
Two Peaks One Book-
get on the waiting list now
LA VETA— La Veta Public Library has reordered copies of this year’s novel, Go As A River, by Shelley Read. Its theme is resilience and is set in rural Colorado in 1948. Come in and get on the waiting list so you won’t miss out. Book discussions and programs will be coming in March.
Spanish Peaks Healthcare
Foundation Scholarship
LA VETA— The Spanish Peaks Healthcare Foundation is soliciting applicants for scholarships that may be available to you if you are interested in pursuing higher education in any of the biomedical or healthcare related fields. Are you an individual earning a high school diploma or equivalent or are you an individual wanting to further your education in vocational studies, certification programs, an associates degree, or a 4-year college degree? You can apply for a scholarship! Pick up an application at: La Veta Public Library, Spanish Peaks Public Library District, Your High School Counselor, Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center Administration Office. Or you may email Patricia Davis at mrsdr50@gmail.com or call (719) 859-0323. The deadline is April 19th, 2024 at 4 p.m.
Get Gub’s program
WALSENBURG— Hey kids! Reading is fun and tasty too! You can pick up a punch card from either the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg or from GubGub’s Pizza and Ice Cream. When you’ve read 16 books, bring your card in and get a free personal pan pizza. Contact SPLD or GubGub’s for more information.
Science Seminar: Institutional Review Boards
LA VETA— Join La Veta Library, 310 S. Main St. on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2 p.m. for the next Science Seminar. Alex Lukens will present “Institutional Review Boards”. Alex was Director of Pastoral Care and Education at what was then the Presbyterian/St.Luke’s Medical Center (now Health One) and served on the Human Subject Committee (Institutional Review Board) for the University of Colorado Medical Center for 16 years.
New Yoga Class – All levels
WALSENBURG – Classes begin on Thursday, Feb 29, 5:45 – 6:45 p.m. at Honeypot Warehouse, 111 W 10th St, Walsenburg with Ruth Heal RYT500 who has 15 years teaching experience. The gentle class will be taught in a way that respects individual needs, and students are encouraged to listen to their own bodies and minds to decide what feels right for them. All levels including complete beginners are welcome. Appropriate modifications of poses will be offered so that the practice is accessible to all. There will be time after class to meet the teacher and other students over a cup of tea. This class is offered at no charge.
For more information text/call Ruth 415-233 2632 or email EaseintoPeace@gmail.com
Book Dragons Book Club
WALSENBURG— Every Friday at 5 p.m. join the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg for their Book Dragons Book Club. To join, please stop by the library or call us at 719-738-2774 to reserve a book for you.
Weekend Music at the Stokehouse
WALSENBURG— Live Music on Friday, March 1, 5 – 8 p.m. with MIDI! Enjoy the magical tunes of MIDI, an amazing pianist and vocalist duo. Friday night is filled with musical delight!
The Stokehouse is located at 408 Russell Ave, Walsenburg. Check out their Facebook for more.
“Poe! Poe! Poe!”
LA VETA— On Friday, March 1, 7 p.m., come see the Middle School Readers Theater as they present “POE! POE! POE!” under the direction of Stephanie Masinton at the Francisco Center for the Performing Arts, 127 W. Francisco Street. Admission is free! Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.
Meet and greet Dale Lyons
LA VETA— Come meet and greet Dale Lyons, candidate for county commissioner, on Sunday, March 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the at the Walsenburg Mercantile, 408 Russell Ave., Walsenburg. She is asking for support at the Democratic Caucus to appear on the June primary ballot.
Save the date! The Democratic Caucus will be Saturday, March 9, with 9 a.m. registration, and assembly beginning at 1 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center, 928 Russell Ave., in Walsenburg.
SPLD presents Teen Pizza
WALSENBURG— Every Wednesday, from 4 – 6 p.m. join the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg for PIZZA, provided by GubGub’s Pizza and Ice Cream. Teens are welcome to come hang with us after school every Wednesday, no catch, no demands just stop by and check out our library. We have Wii, computers, tablets, games, pizza and fun!
GOP Precinct Caucus
HUERFANO— Precincts in the Gardner/Walsenburg area will meet on Wednesday, March 6, 6 p.m. at the Huerfano Community Church 601 S Leon Ave, Walsenburg.
Precincts in the LaVeta/Cuchara area will also meet on Wednesday, March 6, 6 p.m. at LaVeta Methodist Church 416 S Main St, La Veta.
Upper Huerfano Conservation District 2024 Cost Share Program
HUERFANO— This program is being operated by Donald Sanchez and is available to both small and large acreage landowners with a reimbursement of 50% up to $2,500 per applicant. Sanchez will be overseeing this program and has over 40 years of experience helping to protect Huerfano County’s natural resources by assisting landowners to identify their natural resource needs, installing conservation practices, and certifying them when completed.
Projects can include irrigation system improvement, planned grazing systems, improvement to wildlife habitat, and enhancement of riparian areas.
The sign-up day is Thursday, March 7. Interested landowners need to come to the office at 711 Walsen Ave., Suite A, to fill out an application.
The UHCD Board of Supervisors will select projects for funding on March 21st, at the regular scheduled monthly board meeting. Approved projects must be completed by July 31, 2024.
For info contact Donald Sanchez at 719-989-0076.
Two Peaks One Book “Go As A River” book discussion
LA VETA— Join La Veta Library, 310 S. Main St. on Thursday, March 7 at 2 p.m. as we discuss our 2024 Two Peaks One Book selection “Go As a River” by Shelley Read and how it revolves around our theme of Resilience. This book takes place in 1948 rural Colorado and explores love and loss, prejudice, despair, survival and redemption. This book is inspirational in always finding a way to go forward. Free with refreshments.
“Monty Python and the Holy Grail” Watch Party
LA VETA— As the Francisco Center for the Performing Arts,127 W. Francisco St. prepares for their summer musical “Spamalot” (opening July 19, 2024) the La Veta Library will show the movie “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” at the theater on Friday, March 8 at 6 p.m. Join us to watch the 1975 cult classic film as the Monty Python comedy clan skewers King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they quest far and wide for the Holy Grail.
Dems Caucus and Assembly
WALSENBURG— Attention all Huerfano County Democrats. The Caucus and Assembly to put local and state candidates on the June primary ballot will be held on Saturday, March 9 at the Huerfano County Community Center. It is imperative to have as many Democrats attend to assist various candidates to get on the ballot. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the Caucus starting at 10 a.m. Registration for delegates at the Assembly is 1 p.m. with the Assembly beginning at 2 p.m. Attendees will determine how many of the four Huerfano Democratic candidates for County Commissioner will get on the June primary ballot.
There will also be votes for District Attorney, and state and CD3 congressional candidates. This is grassroots politics at its best.
If you are not registered to vote go to www.govotecolorado.gov or do so at the Huerfano County Clerk’s Office. If your address or marital status has changed, it also needs to be updated twenty-two days prior to March 9.
“Go As A River” as History and Literature
LA VETA— Join La Veta Library at the Francisco Center for the Performing Arts, 127 W. Francisco on Saturday, March 9 at 2 p.m. as we welcome back Edward R. Crowther. Edward R. Crowther, PhD (Auburn University) is emeritus professor of history at Adams State university where he taught from 1988-2018. This is his 5th talk in La Veta & he has a tripartite focus for his talk on “Go As A River”. The historical context of the Colorado River Storage Project, the fate of the Denver, Rio Grande & Western Railway, & especially a literary analysis of tropes & themes in the novel itself. FREE with a peach social!
Women’s Auxiliary 1187 Meeting change
WALSENBURG— The Women’s Auxiliary 1187 meeting will change from Friday, March 15th to Wednesday March 13, 7 p.m. This change is due to the Spring Conference.
Ribbon Cutting for Lathrop State Park’s New Trail and Track Chair
WALSENBURG— Lathrop State Park is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, March 15, 11 a.m. for its new trail and track chair. Yummy goodies will be served. Park passes are required to enter Lathrop Park.
Huerfano County Republicans
WALSENBURG— The Huerfano Republican Assembly is at 522 Main on Saturday, March 16 at 10 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day Bingo
for La Veta Trails
LA VETA— Join La Veta Trails on Saturday, March 16, – 6- 8 p.m. for our annual St. Patrick’s Day Bingo fundraiser at the La Veta Mercantile. Bingo cards are $5 each. Final cash cover game is $1.00. extra per card. Once again, we have fabulous prizes donated by local businesses and artists. Prize for the best costume. Proceeds to benefit La Veta Trails. For more information, contact russellm9999@gmail.com.
13th Annual Spanish Peaks Healthcare Foundation Wine Tasting
LA VETA— Join us for our annual wine tasting event on Saturday, March 16, 5 – 8 p.m., which supports the Spanish Peaks Healthcare Foundation’s 501(c)3 charitable and educational mission. The event will be held at the Grandote Events Center, 5535 Co. Highway 12 in La Veta and tickets are $50 per person. Hors D’oeuvres are provided by Alys’ Restaurant. Wine bottles are available for purchase at the event; prices may vary. Contact a SPHCF Board Member or Patti Davis at mrsdr50@gmail.com to purchase tickets. All event details will be listed on our Facebook page!
Winter Show at SPACe Gallery
LA VETA— Now through March 30, see the SPACe Gallery’s Winter Show, a beautiful variety of styles and media. To learn more visit www.spanishpeaksarts.org or call (719) 742-3074. Gallery hours: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
LAS ANIMAS
THS Miner Wrestling Recognition Assembly
TRINIDAD— We would like to invite you to join us for an assembly at Donnelly Gym in Trinidad High School to honor our state-qualifying wrestlers and to formally congratulate and celebrate Eddie’s historic accolades. Please join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the 2023-2024 Miner Wrestling team on Thursday, Feb. 29, 1:30 p.m.
Trinidad State Artist Lecture Series – Andrew Barker
TRINIDAD— Andrew Barker is an award-winning artist who creates contemporary works themed around the flora, fauna, and landscapes of the Rocky Mountains and the American West. Working primarily in watercolor and ink, Andrew has developed a unique style that is influenced by naturalist illustration, Japanese printmaking, tattoo design, and mid-century graphic arts. He celebrates the natural world through depictions of conflict, death, rebirth, and the struggles and joys of existence that are shared among all living beings. Andrew Barker will be at Trinidad State College in the Boyd Building, on Thursday, Feb. 29, 5:30 p.m.
Mountain Lion management
plan public meeting
TRINIDAD— Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will be holding a public meetings to provide the public with important information about mountain lion management on the East Slope and hear their feedback before preparing a draft East Slope Mountain Lion Management Plan.
At these public meetings, CPW will present information on mountain lions in Colorado, share details on the upcoming East Slope Mountain Lion Management Plan and listen to what members of the public think about mountain lions around their communities.
There are two virtual meeting opportunities:
Thursday, Feb. 29, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
https://cpw-state-co.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PMmb1cVyS02Yzzd0RJzmew#/registration
Wednesday, March 6, 6 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
https://cpw-state-co.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jv4_u7sXSiSKj4nr1XFxPg#/registration
Learn more at EngageCPW.org.
Coffee and Conversations
TRINIDAD— Join us at the Bloom Mansion each first Friday of the month at 8 – 10 a.m. Come and enjoy free coffee and tea in the Bloom Mansion for conversation with your neighbors. These mornings provide space for community gathering and sharing. Join us to meet the current interim site manager and share your ideas, questions, and memories! For more information stop in to the Trinidad History Museum or email HC_Trinidad_History_Museum@state.co.us
Senior Days at Books & More
TRINIDAD— Check out Senior Days at Books & More bookstore in Trinidad on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2, 2024. Store hours for Friday will be 11-4:00 and for Saturday 10-3:30. Most items 50% off.
Green Show Reception
TRINIDAD— The Corazon Gallery will host the reception for The Green Show on Friday, March 1, 5 to 8 p.m. The gallery will have green chili and tamale bites available for a donation. The Green Show is an open show for artists in the southern Colorado and northern New Mexico. Prizes will be awarded at the reception. The reception is open to the public. We hope to see you at the event at 149 East Main Street in Trinidad
Faces of Trinidad
TRINIDAD— The Marketplace Gallery presents Faces of Trinidad- Portraits of Friends around Trinidad by featured artist Rich Alford on Friday, March 1, 5 – 8 p.m. Rich has portrayed many famous people in charcoal. Now, stop by to see how he paints portraits of his friends in oil. Portraits will be revealed at the show!
Shoot Out at Sadie’s Saloon
melodrama auditions
TRINIDAD— Feeling melodramatic? Come audition for Main Street Live’s latest production, Shoot Out at Sadies Saloon. Audition times are Friday, March 1 from 6 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, March 2 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. There are parts open for four women aged between 16 and 60, and for three men, aged in their 20s through 50s.
Main Street Live is located at 131 W Main St, Trinidad. Contact Nancy Mitchell at 970-275-5849.
House Concert to Benefit Fox West Theater
TRINIDAD— On Saturday, March 2, 4 p.m. Chris Smith, Urban Neighborhoods, Inc. and the Fox West Theater will be hosting a house concert to benefit the Fox West Theater in Trinidad. This is a special fundraising concert to benefit the ongoing restoration of Trinidad’s historic theater.
This performance features local Trinidad musicians, including Melodie Lagnosa (piano), Randy Welch (bass), Sam and Jeff Montoya (violin and guitar), and Chris Smith (piano and vocals).
Tickets are available exclusively at Trinidad Trends, located at 131 E. Main St for a suggested donation of $50.
Light refreshments will be served; bottle service will be available. For questions, please contact Chris at christopher@danacrawford.net
Trivia with TCPL
TRINIDAD— Join the Librarians from Trinidad Carnegie Public Library for trivia at Mutiny Cafe on Tuesday, March 5, 6 p.m. This months theme is “Luck of the Irish” and is free to participate.
LAC Democrat Precinct Caucus and County Assembly
TRINIDAD— The Las Animas Democrats Precinct Caucus and County Assembly will be held on Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. Please join us if you are a registered Democrat at the Space to Create, 204 Main St. Trinidad.
Second Saturday Open Mic for Literary Souls
TRINIDAD— Join us on Saturday, March 9, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Commons at the Space to Create, for our Literary Open Mic! Every month we have a featured writer, followed by and open mic session for anyone who would like to share their writing talents with the community. Snacks and drinks will be provided by Corazon de Trinidad Creative District.
Kids’ Night Out
TRINIDAD— Do you like dogs? Great. We do, too; in fact, we love them so much that we are writing a series of fun dog behavior handbooks for kids and their parents. Even though the books aren’t finished yet, we would like to show you what we have and see if you could give us some feedback and help us make them more family friendly. If you do, just grab your parent(s) and meet us at Mutiny in Trinidad on Thursday, March 14, 6 p.m. Let’s have some fun together! Kids of all ages are welcome.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
TRINIDAD— Come and be in the parade or just come and watch it on Saturday, March 16, 12 p.m. on Main St Trinidad. This years theme is “Outrages and Green” and costs only $25 to enter a float. For more information or to reserve your spot in the parade please text Brad at 214-336-4229.
LAC Creative Writing Contest
TRINIDAD— Wanted, all K – 12 students for the Las Animas County Creative Writing Contest! This is open to all themes and genres, any grade as long as you’re a student in the county, home-schoolers welcome! All entries will be made available as a book with four $500 Scholarships being awarded. All work must be submitted by Friday, March 22. For more information please visit TrinidadState.edu/Creative-Writing
Healthy Kids Running Series
TRINIDAD— Parents, please register your little runner now at our Early Bird price. Spring 2024 registration is open! We have reserved the dates at Central Park for Sunday, April 7th – Sunday, May 5th for 5-week series will be on the 5 consecutive Sundays at 1 p.m.
If you know anybody who wants to volunteer, sponsor, run, or help coordinate please visit https://healthykidsrunningseries.org
COLFAX
Play pickleball in Angel Fire
ANGEL FIRE— Play pickleball at the Angel Fire Community Center, 15 Cs Road. One dollar per person. Sessions every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 to noon.
Ice fishing now open
EAGLE NEST— Experience the unique sport of ice fishing now at Eagle Nest Lake and Fenton Lake State Parks. Walk-in ice fishing is currently allowed on the lakes, and motorized vehicles are not allowed on the ice.
For information and updates about ice conditions, contact Eagle Nest Lake State Park at (575) 377-1594 or Fenton Lake State Park at (575) 829-3630. Additional information about fishing is available on the Department of Game and Fish website wildlife.state.nm.us. The Eagle Nest Lake State Park campground is closed for the season. Fenton Lake State Park has a small selection of reservation-only camping available.
Vaccine clinic in Raton
RATON— It’s time for your Omicron booster and flu shot. The Raton Senior Center, 444 S 1st Street, Raton will be hosting a vaccine clinic on Thursday, Feb 29, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The Moderna vaccine and flu vaccine will be available at no charge. Don’t wait, learn more and schedule your vaccine at ItsTimeNM.org. Appointments are not necessary, walk-ins will be accepted.
Free S’mores at Winter Sports
ANGEL FIRE— Join us at Winter Sports on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the season for complimentary s’mores! Come inside the shop and pick your s’more kit up by the register, and use the firepits just outside to toast your marshmallows.
Art classes at Arthur Johnson
Memorial Library
RATON— After school art classes have started at Arthur Johnson Memorial Library in Raton. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, 4 – 5 p.m. To reserve a spot, contact the Arthur Johnson Memorial Library, or just show up to the first class. It’s on a first come first served basis, if you did not reserve a spot.
The adult art class will be held on Saturdays, starting at 3 p.m. If you are interested please call 575-445-9711, or email the library at Library@cityofRaton.com to reserve a spot.
Angel Fire Fun Race
ANGEL FIRE— Join Team Angel Fire for 2024’s Fun Race on Exhibition on Saturday, March 2, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome, including parents to join in on the race. If you have questions please direct them to Linda Wier at lfwier@gmail.com
Pickleball membership meeting
RATON— On Sunday, March 3, 11 a.m. will be our reset for the annual membership meeting and election of board members for Raton Pickleball. Please attend if you can, we need participation! The meeting will be held at Colfax County Event Center & Rodeo Grounds
Hwy 555, Raton. Open pickleball is held daily at 9 a.m. at the same location.
Dungeons & Dragons Sundays
RATON— Every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at ZIA Youth, join Niko, Alex, and their merry band of Ratonians who transform into Knights, Dwarves, and Swamp Witches for a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Your Nerd Tribe is waiting for you to discover yourself among them! ZIA Youth is located at 207 Park Ave, Raton and is a safe place for 9-17 year olds to hang out after school.
Springer Community Blood Drive
SPRINGER— On Monday, March 4, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. there will be a Springer Community Blood Drive at the Springer Highschool Gym, 1401 8 th St. For more information and to schedule a donation please call 877-258-4825 or visit vitalant.org, use blood drive code ABSPG.
United Women of Faith Women’s Conference
RATON— The United Women of Faith Women’s Conference this year will be on Friday, March 8, and Saturday, March 9. This will be the first two-day conference since 2020. The topic will be the many Marys in the New Testament and how their 1st-century faith connects to our 21st-century faith. We’ll use a combination of studying, writing, reflecting and creating in paper or fabric. Friday night we’ll introduce the many Marys and the passages where they are mentioned. You’ll be invited to select one to spend more time with on Saturday. You’ll be able to go deeper into Bible study or be creative. Registration forms are attached with this email and the deadline for early registration is March 5. You may contact the office with any questions by calling First United Methodist Church at 575-445-3262.
Vaccine clinic in Cimarron
CIMARRON— On Tuesday, March 11, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Covid and flu vaccines will be offered at the Colfax County Senior Citizens Center in Cimarron. Vaccines will be offered on a first come, first served basis. For more information please call 575-376-2979
