OUR WORLD
SCCOG Board Meeting
LAS ANIMAS/HUERFANO— The South Central Council of Governments’ next board meeting (open to public) is scheduled on Thursday, Jan. 26, 1 p.m. Contact Donna Sue at SCCOG at 719-845-1133 X223 for zoom link if you would like to join the meeting.
HUERFANO
Speak out this morning regarding Walsenburg’s proposed roundabout project
WALSENBURG— The Colorado Department of Transportation is proposing to construct a roundabout in downtown Walsenburg at the corner of 7th and Main, a plan which would likely impact all four businesses on that corner. CDOT would likely aquire land through eminent domain from Carl’s Jr.’s parking area, and virtually the entire property owned by GubGub’s Pizza. The buildings occupied by Iconic Dental and the Black Diamond shop would also likely be threatened.
The regional planning commission is meeting today, Thursday, Jan. 26, at 9:30 a.m., at the new Walsenburg SCCOG office, 625 N. Polk, in the northeastern portion of Walsenburg behind Angie’s Liquor. The public is encouraged to attend to make their opinions known.
Library at Your Door
WALSENBURG— Library at your door is a new service at the Spanish Peaks Library. Here’s how it works: if there is a book you would like and it’s not available in our catalog, log into spld.org and go to Services, click on Library at Your Door and fill out the form. If your request is approved, we will buy the book and Amazon will ship it directly to you. When you have finished reading, bring the book back to the library and we will add it to our collection! This service is available for books, large print books, DVD’s and Blu-Ray.
Honoring program
HUERFANO— Huajatolla Heritage Foundation with support from Huerfano County Commissioners is kicking off a year long program to honor the amazing elders and youth we have in our communities. Our goal is to honor one in each age group per month. This honoring is somewhat different as we want to acknowledge those that have contributed so much, often in very quiet or unrecognized ways. They may “simply” be the best grandmother or handy neighbor or church worker or animal advocate or rancher or kind person — the list can go on and on. Please help us compile a list of potential honorees from all areas of Huerfano County. Everyone that is nominated will be acknowledged and one person a month will be highlighted by the Wisdom Archives steering committee. Nomination forms will be available at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg, La Veta Library, and the Gardner Bookmobile. Call/text Sandy Dolak 719-251-1271 or email at sdolak@hhfoundation.org
SPLD input wanted
WALSENBURG— Spanish Peaks Library District wants your input! Please fill out a short survey about what we are doing right, what we are doing wrong, and what do YOU want from YOUR library! You can find the survey at https://tiny.one/spldsp
Mobile Vaccine Bus today
WALSENBURG— The Mobile Vaccine Bus will be at Safeway, 222 W 7th St. in Walsenburg on Thursday, Jan. 26 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Vaccines are free and no ID, insurance or appointment is needed. If you are getting a follow-up dose, please bring your CDC vaccine card.
El Arte De Nuestros Abuelos class
WALSENBURG— Happy Valentine’s Day! Come decorate a box of sweeties for your sweetie. Thursday, Jan. 26, 1 – 3 p.m. at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg. Always free, refreshments served, materials and chocolates provided. For more info and to save a space, text or call Sandy Johnston, 719-989-8438. Sponsored by Huajatolla Heritage Foundation, and Arts in Society.
Lathrop State Park volunteer welcome session
WALSENBURG— “There is a wonderful world out there waiting to be explored,” says Colorado Parks & Wildlife Volunteer Bill Babcock. Are you interested in exploring volunteer opportunities at Lathrop State Park? You are invited to a volunteer welcome session in Lathrop’s State Park meeting room on Thursday, Jan. 26, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Come get to know the CPW volunteer team and learn about CPW’s mission, volunteer expectations, and upcoming projects and opportunities. We cannot wait to meet you and support you as you help care for Colorado’s State Parks and wild places. If you are interested, please register at http://CPWconnect.state.co.us.
For more information, please contact jeanette.lara@state.co.us. The park is located at 70 County Road 502, Walsenburg, just off Highway 160.
Trivia Night with LVPL
LA VETA— Friday, Jan. 27, 7 p.m. Join La Veta Public Library at Mountain Merman Brewery for our next Trivia Night. Five rounds, five questions each round, up to seven 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. We are also partnering with La Veta Village to show community Love. Bring a canned or non-perishable food item to earn an extra point!
Weekend movie at the Fox: A Man Called Otto
WALSENBURG – The historic Fox Theatre’s weekend movie is A Man Called Otto (PG-13), 2h 6m. When a lively young family moves in next door, grumpy widower Otto Anderson meets his match in a quick-witted, pregnant woman named Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that turns his world upside down. 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.
Walsenburg gym fundraiser
LA VETA– Mountain Merman Brewing Company, 220 S Main St in La Veta has a new signature brew, the Two Peaks S.M.A.S.H. (Single Malt And Single Hops), a light and low calorie beer, and is featuring it as a fundraiser for Two Peaks Fitness on Saturday, Jan. 28, 4 – 8 p.m. All proceeds from beer sales donated to Two Peaks Fitness to help with expenses for opening a Walsenburg fitness center. Come check out a new brew and support your local 501c3 gym.
Smythe & Taylor at the Merc
LA VETA— Smythe & Taylor formed in 1999. 20 years, 11 recordings, and 10 European tours later, ‘S&T’ have become well known for their symbiotic harmonies, comedic timing, excellent sound quality, and their unique “3D” style of guitar playing. After Gary won the Woody Guthrie Songwriting Award, S&T were nominated in 5 categories of the Texas Music Awards. They won the “Popular Cover” and “Vocal Group of the Year” awards. Since 2009, S&T have hosted the High Peaks Music Festival in Westcliffe, Colorado, and have enjoyed a standing invitation to bookend the Sweet Home Fest in Guildford, England since 2017. Playing on Saturday, Jan. 28, 7 p.m. at La Veta Mercantile. $15 advance tickets, $18 day of show . www.simpletix.com/e/smythe-and-taylor-tickets-119618
SPLD Dream It, Believe It Party
WALSENBURG— Sunday, Jan 29, 2 – 4 p.m. you are invited to join us at the Spanish Peaks Library for a vision board party! A vision board is a visual representation of your life goals that helps to give you a clear direction for where you want to go in several areas of your life. Popcorn, Italian sodas and Mock-Margaritas will be served. Ages 12yrs-Adult. Don’t miss the fun!
Story time at SPLD
WALSENBURG— Storytime for Babies and Toddlers and Storytime for Kids are ongoing programs at the Spanish Peaks Library. Toddler Storytime is on Mondays at 10:30am and Storytime for Kids is at 10:30am on Fridays. Join our Children’s Librarian for an exciting adventure into the world of books!
Gub Gub’s Pizza and Ice Cream Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
WALSENBURG— Join Gub Gub’s at the Walsenburg Mercantile on Monday, Jan 30 at 3 p.m. for their ribbon cutting ceremony. They will be serving free slices of pizza while supplies last from 3 – 4 p.m.
Free Tax Preparation
HUERFANO – Another Life Foundation partners with the IRS to offer FREE income tax preparation to eligible community members. We are excited to be extending our IRS VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) tax services to Huerfano County this tax season! If you make $58k or less, visit one of the FREE IRS VITA Tax Sites that will be held at the local libraries. Accepting Walk-ins every Monday starting this Monday, Jan. 30, 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. See our website https://www.anotherlifefoundation.com/irsvitataxsite-itinservices for more information about the program and what to bring, or call 719-216-7238.
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.
SPACe Members Art Show
LA VETA— The Spanish Peaks Arts Council invites artists working in all media to enter the upcoming annual Members Show. Membership is only $35 per year which can be paid when entering artwork in the show. Days to bring your artwork are Thursday, Feb. 2, Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday Feb. 4, between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The show will be on display Feb. 9 – March 4, with a reception Feb. 11. There is a small fee of $5 per piece entered with a limit of 4 pieces per artist (oversized artwork is $10 to enter) For complete details visit the SPACe website — www.spanishpeaksarts.org. Or call 719 742-3074 Saturday between 11 – 3.
LVPL Movie Matinee
LA VETA— Join us at La Veta Public Library on Thursday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m. as we present the beautifully written film “The Banshees of Inisherin”. The movie is directed by Martin McDonagh with moving performances by Colin Farrell and Brendon Gleeson as friends wrestling with loneliness, mortality and personal conflicts in a darkly humorous manner. You won’t want to miss unique and highly acclaimed film that recently won the Golden Globe Best Picture Award! As always, free with refreshments provided.
4-H pancake breakfast
WALSENBURG— Join the Huerfano County 4-H for their annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 4, 8 – 11 a.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg. We will be serving pancakes, eggs, hash browns, sausage, bacon and drinks. All proceeds go to our three clubs and County Council. There will also be door prizes, superbowl squares, bake and craft sale and a 50/50 drawing. Children 5 and under are free, ages 6-12 is $7 and adults are $10.
Ladies Night Out
WALSENBURG— Free Self Care presentation at Church of Christ, 416 Walsen Avenue. Join us Monday, Feb. 6, 6:30 – 8 p.m. We will have child care available. Please RSVP on Church of Christ Facebook page or leaving a message at 719-738-1542. All ladies are welcome for presentation, fun, fellowship and finger foods!
Eagles Valentine’s dinner/dance
WALSENBURG— The Walsenburg Eagles Aerie 1187 and Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 1187 invite you to a Valentine’s Day Party. The party will be held at the Eagles Hall, 614 Main St. in Walsenburg, on Saturday, Feb. 11, 5 -7 p.m. we will be serving dinner. The menu is steak or ham, baked potato, salad, a roll, and dessert. Following dinner will be a dance from 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. with live music by Dynamix. The cost will be $20, which covers dinner and the dance. The bar will be open in the evening. As a special attraction, there will be a photo booth set up for those interested in having their picture taken. Please RSVP no later than Feb. 8 by calling 719-332-1220. Please leave a message if there is no answer. We hope you can come out and attend this special evening with us.
LAS ANIMAS
Schneider Brewery restoration/ demo project has started
TRINIDAD— As announced last September, Downtown Trinidad Development Group plans to preserve the landmark Schneider Brewery building through a selective demolition and restoration project, which began on Monday, Jan. 23. Trinidad Construction Group is the general contractor for the project. Major sections of the complex deemed structurally unsound by Sun Mountain Design Group will be removed during this process, which is estimated to last 90 days. Short-term traffic disruptions are expected. Plans for the Schneider Brewery buildings’ renewal may include a mixture of retail, residential and office spaces.
The brewery is located at 236 North Convent Street.
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.
Community volunteer training
TRINIDAD— Sangre De Cristo Community Care volunteer training will be on Thursday, Jan. 26 and Friday, Jan. 27, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Volunteers are the heart and inspiration of our mission. As a Sangre volunteer, you help support many people and their families in our communities live to the fullest with comfort and healing. Interested in becoming a volunteer? Please join us for a training session at 1502 East Main Street, Suite #1. For more information, visit us at www.sangre.org/services/volunteer/
Or call 719-846-3060
Free diabetes screenings
TRINIDAD— Mt Carmel Wellness and Community Center will be offering free diabetes screenings and HbA1c Readings Friday, Jan 27 from 9 – 11 a.m. Call us to schedule an appointment at 719-845-4838. Located at 127 N Commercial St. Trinidad.
UpRISE/LifeSkillz at Skateland
TRINIDAD— Join us at Skateland in Trinidad on Friday, Jan. 27, 4 p.m. for UpRISE/LifeSkillz youth group. This is for ages 12 and up to teach healthy tools and healthy choices. We discuss bullying, tobacco/substance abuse & prevention, depression and other struggles youth may face today. Free for all youth Sponsored by SOCO Clubhouse, TGYS & UpRISE.
H.T.A. Century Club Dinner and Gala – Rescheduled
TRINIDAD— Join Holy Trinity Students and Staff at our biggest event of the year on Saturday, Jan. 28, 5 p.m. Holy Trinity Academy’s Century Club Dinner is an event that highlights the achievements of current students and honors alumni of HTA, Trinidad Catholic High School, an d Holy Trinity High School. This year, our event will be held at the Mitchell Museum and we will showcase the artistic endeavors and abilities of our students. In addition to a few performances, our students’ artwork will be on display and some of it will be part of the silent auction! To purchase tickets, RSVP for the event by filling out the following form: https://forms.gle/Mf2F1TS7hs5gDfsW8. If you have any questions about the event, please send us a message or call us at 719-846-4522.
Entries for “Windows” Art show being accepted
TRINIDAD— The Corazón Gallery in Trinidad, Colorado will be presenting an art show entitled “Windows”. Entries will be accepted on Sunday, Jan. 29 and Monday, Jan. 30 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 31, 12 – 3 p.m. at the Corazón Gallery, 149 E Main St, Trinidad. A reception for the “Windows” show will be held on Friday, February 3 from 5 – 7 p.m. Prospectus is available at the Corazón Gallery. Please feel free to call with any questions at 719-846-0207
Vaccine Mobile Bus
TRINIDAD— The Mobile Vaccine Bus will be at Trinidad City Hall, 135 N. Animas on Tuesday, Jan 31. from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Vaccines are free and no ID, insurance or appointment is needed. If you are getting a follow-up dose, please bring your CDC vaccine card.
Craft Bazaar
TRINIDAD— Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m. Join us at the Old School House Reception Venue at 2221 County Road 71.4 near the Las Animas County Fair Ground for our Valentines Craft Bazaar. We will have local vendors selling their crafts and delicious foods. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to get your Valentine something amazing.
COLFAX
Free tutoring for PreK-8 Students in Title I Schools
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
Shades of Southwest- Youth Art Show
RATON— Northeastern New Mexico-Southern Colorado Regional Youth Art Show will be held in Raton Monday, Jan. 9 – Saturday Jan. 28. at the historic Old Pass Gallery in Raton. For more information please visit www.TrinidadTrueOutdoors.com
Spaghetti fundraiser
RATON— Spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert and something to drink. Join us at the Raton High School Cafeteria on Sunday, Jan. 29 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door, $8 in advance and can be purchased from any Raton Little League board member until Jan. 22. This will be a “grab & go” fundraiser with delivery available. Help us raise money for our Little League Baseball organization.
25th Annual Father – Daughter Dance
RATON— Dads and daughters, here is an event for you. Join us on Friday, Feb 10, 7 p.m. at the Parish Hall at St. Patricks – St. Joseph’s Catholic church. Tickets are $10 per person and must be pre-purchased at the Parish Office or at Honeysuckle station. Volunteers are also need to help assist with decorating, baking and chaperoning the dance. Please contact Gayla at 575-643-6587. Donations are also being accepted at this time for the dance.
CCFA Cowboy Sweetheart Ball
RATON— Join us on Saturday, Feb. 11 for the Colfax County Fair Association Sweetheart Ball. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. dinner will be at 6 p.m., live auction at 7 p.m. and dancing to follow til 11 p.m. Music by Yarbrough Band. Admission is $35 per person and $250 for a table for eight. Tickets can be purchased at Mesa Vista Veterinary Clinic, please call 575-445-3912.
