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BATTLEMOOR
HUERFANO/LAS ANIMAS— Some years past, with great delight, the wise leaders of the Outlands created a summer festival called Battlemoor, in the cool mountains where all could find rest and friendly competition. Alliances are strengthened, hospitality is joyfully returned, and feasts and revels abound. Battlemoor has become the gathering place for the all the widespread peoples of the region to meet old friends and new, to exhibit valor, and to have fun in a myriad of ways. It’s the Return of Battlemoor at a brand new site, join us at the foot of the beautiful Spanish Peaks in southern Colorado.
Battlemoor will be held Tuesday, June 27 – Sunday, July 2 at the Sporleder Centennial Ranch
19530 County Rd 54.2 Aguilar. To register or for more information please visit www.Battlemoor.com
HUERFANO
RSVP now for the John Mall High School Class of 1981 Reunion, and get a tour of the new high school building
WALSENBURG— The great class of 1981 is holding a reunion this summer on Friday, June 30 through Saturday July 1 in Walsenburg. Cocktails and Conversations will be from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Whistle Stop Lofts at 408 Russell Street.
On Saturday, come to a Hoedown BBQ at the Eagles, 614 Main featuring cocktails at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. and music and dancing from 7 p.m. on. Wear western attire to enter a drawing for a prize.
Other activities for the weekend are now being organized, including bowling and potentially, a ‘Thanks For All The Memories’ tour of John Mall High School, which will be torn down next year, as well as a site visit of the new high school which will open next January.
Please let Sandy Montoya-Foster know if you are coming by emailing her at
sandi_diva_foster@hotmail.com
Francisco Fort open
LA VETA— The Francisco Fort in La Veta is open for the season. Hours are 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information on the Fort and summer events go to www.franciscofort.org There is no admission fee and all events at the Fort this summer are free and open to the public.
Fridays For Fun: Art for the Young Human Being
LA VETA—The La Veta School of the Arts is pleased to announce that Sharona Whitley, artist and educator, will teach a class to Make a Magic Bubble Wand. Students will thread beads, washers, and other objects onto wire to create their own wand. Sharona makes this class quite an adventure, to match the fun you will have using your wand. All classes take place at LVSA,across from the park in La Veta. thelvsa.org website is available for more information. Early registration reduces the fee from $10 to $5 per student, per class. To pre-register, you may use the website or call 719.742.3421
Farmers market schedule
HUERFANO— It’s that time of year again! Get ready for a wonderful season filled with lots of local goodies grown, supplied, crafted and for purchase. La Veta will have their market every Thursday, 3-5 p.m. starting May 18th in the park next to the library on Main St. Cuchara will have their market on Fridays starting May 19, from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Cuchara Mountain Mercantile. Gardner will have their markets every Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. under the pavilion next to the Methodist church. Last but most certainly not least is Walsenburg’s market held every Sunday at Heritage Park on Main St. near the railroad tracks from 12 – 2 p.m. starting May 29. For more information and to become a vendor please email costeawood1@gmail.com.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
HUERFANO— Thursday, June 15 is World Abuse Awareness Day. The Huerfano County Department of Human Services Adult Protection team asks that you wear purple on Tuesday, June 15 in support of this day.
SPLD Presents the Friends of the Library Book Sale
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg on Thursday, June 15th and Friday, June 16th from 10 – 3 p.m. Come check out our awesome collection of donated books for sale at low prices! Proceeds help the Friends support our library.
Weekend fun at Lathrop State Park
WALSENBURG— On Friday, June 16, 11:30 a.m. Hey, kids let’s do something just for fun and make some constellation cards. Meet at the Martin’s lake swim beach area. Later friday evening, come listen to Tuco Tavera’s rockabilly sounds and songs of the 6o’s. The fun begins at 7 p.m. in the park amphitheater.
Saturday, June 17 meet at 1 p.m. in the amphitheater for a Junior Ranger Activity on the topic of trees. Later Saturday at 7 p.m., CPW aquatic biologist Carrie Tucker will be talking about fisheries management at Lathrop State Park and can answer your fish-related questions! She will talk about what fish species are stocked in each lake and why, provide information about nearby reservoirs, and discuss proper fish handling (for kids), and fish ecology. This event is at the Amphitheater.
Sunday June, 18, 8 p.m. “Stories in the Stars” with Reed. Learn to identify constellations in our night skys. Hear a story from Greek mythology and see what constellations you can identify. This event will be held at the Amphitheater.
Lathrop State Park is located at 70 CR 502 off HWY 160. A park pass is required to enter the park and can be purchased at the entrance.
Fox Rocks the Block
WALSENBURG— This Friday, June 16, 7 p.m. join the Fox Theatre crew at Miners Plaza in downtown Walsenburg. WestRock will be playing some TOOL covers and the Apache Creek Fiddlers will there too! Check out www.foxtheatrewalsenburg.org for more information.
Cornhole for Relay for Life
WALSENBURG— Huerfano Cornhole is hosting a fundraising game for Relay for life on Saturday, June 17, check-in is at 10 a.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg. Register on the Scoreholio app or in person. There will be concessions for purchase, raffles, mystery bags, and knockout competition too.
Flamingo Storytime and a Movie
WALSENBURG— Join us for a fantastic collaboration between The Flamingo Book Club & the Walsenburg Mercantile on Saturday, June 17, 2 p.m. Get ready for an amazing event, Flamingo Storytime and Movie! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of storytelling as we present the beloved tale of Lyle Lyle Crocodile! Sing along, dance, and let your imagination soar with this heartwarming story. But wait, there’s more! Gub Gubs is offering a sweet deal exclusively for our attendees: Enjoy their delicious ice cream for just $3.00 plus tax when you join us for the story and show! For more information, please visit our website at flamingobooksclub.org
Annual Western Rendezvous Art Show
LA VETA— Everyone is invited to the reception this Saturday, June 17, 5 – 7 p.m. for the annual Western Rendezvous show at the SPACe Gallery in La Veta. Awards will be presented to the winners in this juried and judged show. 1st Place: Rudl R. Mergleman of Florence; 2nd Place: Joe Horvath of Monte Vista; 3rd Place: Tom Lockhart of Canon City; and Merit Award: Brenda Gomez of Pueblo. Refreshments will be provided and there is no admission fee, however, donations are gratefully accepted. The SPACe Gallery, 132 W. Ryus, is operated by the Spanish Peaks Arts Council, a nonprofit organization.
Live Music event at the Parkside
LA VETA— Live music and games at The Parkside Art Gallery and Café on Sunday, June 18, from 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Michael Steward will again be playing your favorite music while you can play a game. We’re looking forward to seeing you!
Junior Golf Camp
WALSENBURG— Huerfano County Golf Camp is hosting at Junior Golf Camp Monday, June 19 and Tuesday June 20, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Walsenburg Golf Course. The camp is open to ages 6 – 13 and is $20 to participate. To sign up or for more information visit twopeaksfitness.org
Nerd Trivia! with La Veta Public Library
LA VETA— Join LVPL at Mountain Merman Brewery at 220 S. Main, on Monday, June 19, 6 p.m. for Nerd Trivia. There is no charge to participate in trivia. Great prizes donated by Mountain Merman Brewery! Want to host a library event at your business? We want to hear from you, info@lvpl.org
La Veta Writes Writing Group
LA VETA— If you’re interested in connecting with other writers, making writing a bigger part of your life, or if you’re a longtime writer working on a project, a song writer, a poet, or enjoy journaling, come check out the monthly gathering of La Veta Writes, Tuesday, June 20 from 3 – 5 p.m. at The Parkside Art Gallery, 127 W Ryus Ave. (We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.) If you enjoy or want to practice reading your work aloud, bring up to 2-pages of writing (double-spaced, 12 pt). This is a free gathering. Donations to The Parkside are welcome, but are not required. (They generously make the space available for us after hours.) Sponsored by the La Veta Creative District & Colorado Creative Industries, LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org. For more info, email info@lavetacreativedistrict.org
Experimental Drawing and Painting at LVSA
LA VETA— LVSA presents Peggy Zehring’s fun, abstract, experimental drawing and painting one week or two week class which will be happening at The La Veta School of the Arts in La Veta, from Monday, June 19 through Friday, June 23, and Monday, June 26 through Friday, June 30. Draw with charcoal and then use the images you created spontaneously to unfold abstract paintings. You’ll learn to make your work personal and original. All levels of experience are welcome. Cost is $375.00 a week. For more information or to register call 719-742-3421, or e-mail LVArtSchool@yahoo.com or register online at www.theLVSA.org
Walsenburg history tour RESCHEDULED
WALSENBURG— The Herzon Mine tour is reschedule for Wednesday, June 21, meet at 9 a.m. at the Walsenburg Mining Museum. There are still a few openings for this tour so please email or leave message at 719-738-2346 if you would like to reschedule or attend this tour. Thanks to all who attended the Taos Trail Tour on June 10 and made it a great success
Magic Potions, Science Experiments, and Lemonade
LA VETA— Plan to get messy as you create your own magic potions, watch fun science experiments and make your own lemonade. Join us at the La Veta Library, Wednesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. For more information please call the La Veta Library 719-742-3572 or email stephanie@lvpl.org.
Volunteer Fair
WALSENBURG— Looking for a new volunteer opportunity? We would like to invite community member to join us in connecting with local nonprofit and public service organizations. It’s the perfect time for agencies to share available volunteer opportunities and for lour local population to seek our new areas of interest for volunteerism. Join us for theis FREE first-time ever event at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg on Wednesday, June 21, 3 – 6 p.m.
Weekly wildflower & weed walks
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LA VETA— Wildflowers, along with edible, medicinal, useful, and dangerous wild plants are popping! Learn how to ID what is what. Gentle one hour nature walks led every Wednesday, from 5 to 6 p.m. by local interpretive naturalist Bob Kennemer. Cost $5.00 per person. Class size limited to 10. Spring schedule: June 7 in/near La Veta. June 14, 21, 28 in/near Cuchara Village. Handouts included. Pre Registration required 24 hours in advance, and to learn more, email Bob at: bobkennemer@gmail.com
SPLD Presents Trivia Night
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Library at the Second Street Bar & Grill at the Golf Course, for Trivia on Wednesday, June 21, 6 p.m. This month’s categories are 1) Colorado Mines (T or F) 2) Flag Day 3) Fox Theatre History 4) (Visual) Yoga Poses and 5) Scooby Doo. Winners get $20 off your team’s table tab. Great food and drinks available!
El Arte De Nuestros Abuelos
WALSENBURG— The monthly Art of the grandparents, featuring Jenn Dunn leading the painting class, will be held at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg on Thursday, June 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. The subject will be a 4th of July theme, fun and fanciful. Always free, refreshments provided, all materials will be supplied. Come and celebrate this favorite holiday with a group of wonderful and creative people. RSVP text or call S. Johnston 719 989-8438. Sponsored by HHF-Huajatolla Heritage Foundation, and Arts in Society.
Movie on the Mountain
CUCHARA— Bachman & Associates Presents Movie on the Mountain at the Cuchara Mountain Park for the 2nd year on Friday, June 23. This event is FREE to the public so bring your friends and family to enjoy a night under the stars while you watch a movie on the big screen. Park will open at 7:30 p.m. for people to set up their chairs and blankets. We look forward to seeing everyone there this year! Thank you to the Fox Theatre for providing the equipment and production team.
Fiber and Craft Festival
LA VETA— The much-loved Fiber and Craft Festival will be held in La Veta Saturday June 24 th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. After scrambling several years in a row with inclement weather, we decided this year we will just plan everything indoors. It we have a beautiful Saturday; some Vendors may set up outside. Our indoor venues include La Veta Community Center (131 E. Ryus Ave.), La Veta Mercantile (300 S. Main) “the old title building” (225 S. Main) and the Capps Building at Francisco Fort Museum (306 S. Main) Once again, we have many great artists and vendors, such as Taos Wools and Mora Valley Spinning Mill. Come join us. Contact sdolak@hhfoundation.org for more information.
WHS Class of 1983 40th Reunion
WALSENBURG— The Walsenburg High School Class of 1983 will be having their 40th class reunion the weekend of June 23rd and 24th.
On Friday, June 23, 6:30 p.m. we’ll be having pizza and drinks at Silver Dollar. On Saturday, June 24 we’ll meet at the highschool at 1 p.m. for a school tour and bus ride around town. At 5:30 p.m. we’ll meet at the Walsenburg Golf Course for Dinner, Drinks and Dancing. Please contact Mary (Wells) Norby at 719-989-3926 for further details.
Register now for Vacation Bible School
WALSENBURG— Register now for Vacation Bible School happening Tuesday, June 27 – Friday, June 30, 5:30 – 8 p.m. at Praise Church inWalsenburg. For more information on how to register see our ad below.
Mud Bogs in La Veta
LA VETA— Come one, come all to the 20th anniversary of the La Veta Mud Bog, Saturday, July 1, in La Veta at the Fairgrounds. The spectator gate opens at 8am. Adults to 14 years of age $10, 5-13 years old
$5, and kids 5 and under free! Race begins at noon! The Huerfano County Fair Board will have mud bog t-shirts for sale! To enter contact Jerry Sporcich at 719-989-7257. Concessions will be provided by the Huerfano Highlanders 4-H Club from Gardner, Co. Also Sweet Treats Shaved Ice will be there with all of their summertime favorites!
First Chair Festival
CUCHARA— The First Chair Festival is on Saturday, July 1, 4 to 9 p.m. Join us at the Cuchara Mountain Mercantile for an evening of music, food, drinks, a silent auction, and more to raise money for Cuchara Mountain Park. 3 Bands with the Taylor Scott Band headlining and bringing their colorful hybrid of roots-rock, funk, soul, and troubadour-style Americana to Cuchara. Advance tickets are on sale at www.cucharamountainpark.org. $25 advance/$30 day of at the door.
LAS ANIMAS
Summer Reading Program – All Together Now
TRINIDAD— Join us this summer for our 2023 Summer Reading Program! We will have special guest readers, celebrate our community make some crafts, earn prizes and explore new worlds and adventures with a new book. The summer reading program is for ages 0-17. This summer we will be using a virtual platform, READSquared, to register, complete missions, track reading and have access to some fun games. Please go to Trinidadcpl.readsquared.com to register starting on May 29.
Street Closure – Moore’s Canyon Rd
TRINIDAD— Moore’s Canyon Road from Santa Fe Trail to Peak Street will be closed from June 12th to June 30th for a new gas line installation to add to infrastructure improvements throughout the City of Trinidad. Crews will be out starting June 5th to prep the road for construction and closure. Please slow down and pay attention, workers and flaggers will be on site and need your cooperation.
Kids Purgatoire Fish, Films & River Play Day
TRINIDAD— Join us Thursday, June 15, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for the 2023 Kids Purgatoire Fish, Films & River Play Day where we will be learning about local fish biology and ecology, watching a cool educational fish film, and heading to the river to release young rainbow trout into their new home while getting to enjoy some water play time in the river! Plus free pizza lunch in between!
This is a free event! Wear your river play clothes and prepare to get wet!
Meet: 10 a.m. at Tri Peak Theaters, 3600 E Main St
We’ll kick off the day with a super cool film about fish and fishing! All attendees get free kids snack pack with drink and popcorn. Then we’ll head down to the Purgatoire River for more fish education, fish stocking, pizza lunch, and river play! Kids will go home with fish stickers and fish educational materials as well.
Clinical Skincare Grand Opening
TRINIDAD— Please join the Trinidad Las Animas Chamber for the Grand Opening on Thursday, June 15, 5 – 7 p.m. Clinical Skincare by Dariya will be opening at 401 W. Washington Ave. in Trinidad. Refreshments will be served and there will be a drawing for a free facial.
Friday Night Live at Trinidad Lake State Park
TRINIDAD— Every Friday Night beginning May 26th thru September 1st at 8 p.m. the park ranger/interpreter will present a program of interest to campers and the general public alike. Join us around the fire ring at the Trinidad Lake State Park amphitheater to get the latest in fishing activity, wildlife sightings and general information on hiking and biking in the area. The presentations will include an overview of the history and geology of the area and to make the most of your weekend outdoors. We provide the fire so bring your marshmallows for a fun evening under the stars.
Community Celebration at Sister Blandina Wellness Gardens
TRINIDAD— Sister Blandina Wellness Gardens is holding its rescheduled Community Celebration this Thursday, June 15, from 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Community Celebration was originally scheduled on June 2, but was postponed due to inclement weather. The event celebrates the public reopening of the Gardens earlier this month. Effective June 1, 2023, Sister Blandina Wellness Gardens is staffed Tuesday through Sunday, offering free Gardens admission for community members and visitors, apart from private and special events.
Pony Xpress Gravel 160
TRINIDAD/COKEDALE— Since 2014 Colorado’s premier gravel event with 160K and 85K on June 17. Then optional 90K and 60k on June 18. Come discover the challenges Pony Express riders faced in the 1860s. These earliest American racers sped across remote, desolate regions of America. Join us at the Pony Xpress Gravel 160 to challenge your ability to think and plan under pressure. Success will require the ability to combine speed, endurance, clear-thinking, and dogged determination. For more information please visit Coloradogravelgrinderchampionshop.com
The Goathead Festival
TRINIDAD— Join us on Saturday, June 17, 8 a.m. at the Dog Park, 200 N. Linden Ave to pull goatheads. Then come back to Sexy Pizza 8 p.m. for a bonfire celebration. All volunteers get a slice of pizza and drink for their hardwork. There will be also games, prizes and local vendors!
5th Annual Make Art Fair
TRINIDAD— On Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join the Art Council of Trinidad Presents for their 5th Annual Art Fair at the Trinidad History Museum. Rain or Shine, we’re ready for this year’s art fair! There will be 9 art projects available to participate in, supplies and instruction provided! All are welcome, all ages, all free.
Poetry Workshop
TRINIDAD— Saturday, June 17, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. State Historian Jared Orsi and Poet Jodie Hollander will be visiting the Trinidad History Museum to lead a 3-hour creative writing workshop inspired by the history and natural landscape and setting of the place. This workshop will begin with a tour of our Children of Ludlow exhibit in the Bloom Mansion, where Jared will provide some introductory historical context and lead a discussion with participants in responses to the exhibit. Jodie will then lead a brief poetry lesson and offer participants time to write and share their poetry.
Youth Benefit Event
TRINIDAD— Join the Las Animas County Republicans for their youth benefit event on Saturday, June 17, 4 – 9 p.m. at Fishers Peak RV Park. There will be a live band, pig roast, beer garden, games and a silent auction. Tickets are $10 and kids are free. 100% of the proceeds go to Las Animas County Livestock Auction.
History of the Santa Fe Trail through the eyes of an artist
TRINIDAD— Saturday June 17, 7 p.m. Doug has exhibited his work internationally, he’s been an educator, a television art director and an historical illustrator. A number of his paintings are part of the permanent collection on display at the National Santa Fe Trail Center in Larned, Kansas and the National Park Service has used his work in exhibits all along the Trail, from Missouri to New Mexico. Recently several of his paintings were selected to be exhibited at the Colorado State Capitol. Doug served as chairman of the Art Department at Trinidad State Junior College before his retirement in 2013. We are excited to welcome Doug and his wife Lori, an artist in her own right, as our guests at the lake’s amphitheater to share his images and insights into the rich history of the Santa Fe Trail.
VFD Auxiliary Flea Market
BONCARBO— Join the BonCarbo VFD Auxiliary on Saturday, June 24, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. for their annual Flea Market. The Market will be held at 14589 County Road 57.7. Tables are available for rent for $10, please call 719-846-8538 to reserve.
109th Annual Ludlow Memorial Service
LUDLOW— We are preparing to hold the Annual Ludlow service this year. The service will be held on Sunday, June 25, 10 a.m. ar the Ludlow Memorial Site. We are happy to announce our speakers for this years service. Our Keynote Speaker will be UMWA Internation Sect-Treas Brian Sanson. Also, UMWA D.-22 Internation V.P. Mike Dalpiaz and Executive Director of the Colorado AFL-CIO Dennis Dougherty will also be speaking. There will be BBQ to follow the ceremony. In memory of the men, women and children who lost their lives in freedom’s cause at Ludlow on April 20, 1914.
COLFAX
Farmers Market
CIMARRON— Come one, come all! The Cimarron Chamber is hosting the summer’s Farmers Market at the Village Park held on Saturdays now through Labor day from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. If you are interested in becoming a vendor please call 575-376-2417 or email cimarronnm@gmail.com
Capulin Volcano Ladybug Festival
CAPULIN— Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17, starting at 8 a.m. Each year we have thousands of lovely Convergent Lady beetles visit our Volcano as part of their migratory journey due to our abundance of plants and insects the lady beetles can consume. The eggs laid here will hatch later in the summer, overwinter, and then the next generation will make their way further south. Come join us at Capulin Volcano to celebrate their return! Two days full of fun lady beetle facts, facepainting, prizes, and chances to explore the beauty of Capulin Volcano.
Night sky viewing
CAPULIN— Saturday, June 17, 8:30 p.m. join us at Capulin Volcano National Monument. Follow the red lights from the Visitor Center to the observing area. It can get chilly so please wear warm clothing.
Angel Fire Balloon festival and street fair
ANGEL FIRE— We are closing down Bill Burgess Blvd a.k.a. North Angel Fire Rd. to have a street fair on Saturday, June 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. After you enjoy the mass ascension of over 30 hot air balloons at Balloons Over Angel Fire, join us for Food, Fun, Arts & Crafts, Music, Mimosas & More! Check out the Balloon Festival too each morning over the weekend at the Angel Fire Airport. For more information please visit angelfirenm.gov.
Colfax Democrat meeting
COLFAX— The Democratic Party of Colfax County will meet on Saturday, June 17, 2 to 4 p.m. at Casa Lemus Restaurant, 350 Clayton Road, Raton. For more information email colfaxcountydemocrats@gmail.com.
Angel Fire Farmers Market
ANGEL FIRE— Come enjoy, shopping al fresco at the Angel Fire Resort Farmers Market. Every Sunday, 10 a.m. – 2p.m. until September 3. The market will bring you fresh produce, art and live music. Join the fun while shopping locally at Frontier Park, Mountain View BLVD, Angel Fire.
Summer Carnival
RATON— Join the fun at the annual Carnival in Raton, Friday, June 22 – Sunday, June 25 at the Raton High School. Tickets are $25 in advance and can be purchased at In Bank in Raton and Trinidad. Tickets at the door are $35.
Sloat Prince Foundation Scholarship for Colfax County graduates
COLFAX— The Sloat-Prince Foundation offers scholarships to graduates of Colfax County public or private high schools and to current Colfax County residents who may have graduated from high school elsewhere. This includes public, private, charter, parochial or home school graduates.
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, or a vocational, trade or business school. New recipient applications, including official transcripts of all semesters, must be received by the foundation board on or before June 15, 2023. Applications are now available by emailing umwaroy@bacavalley.com or by contacting your school’s administration or guidance counselor.
