OUR WORLD
Apply for Junior Colorado Cattlemen’s Association Scholarships
OUR WORLD— The Junior Colorado Cattlemen’s Association is offering two scholarships for students interested in careers in agriculture.
The Fiebig-Lee Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled at Colorado State University, majoring or minoring in an agricultural-related field, health and human sciences, or a pre-vet undergraduate. https://tinyurl.com/h2dcz7x7
The Grace & Oley Kohlman Scholarship is open to all current JCCA members. Preference will be given to students majoring or minoring in an agricultural-related field in the state of Colorado. https://tinyurl.com/yc3ubk6r
Applications for both scholarships are due to the CCA Office (7000 W. 14th Avenue, Lakewood CO 80214) by May 31st of each year.
For more info on JCCA please contact Georgia at georgia@coloradocattle.org or call (303) 431-6422.
HUERFANO
Dorcas Circle
WALSENBURG — From now on, Dorcas Circle will be open on Tuesdays and Fridays. We will no longer be open on Thursdays! See you Friday!
Free books! Register kids for Imagination Library
HUERFANO— Spark a lifelong love of reading and learning in your kids, and draw your family closer together sharing stories everyone will love. Children under five in Huerfano County can register online to receive free, age-appropriate books in the mail once a month from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Go to imaginationlibrary.com to register children. For more info call La Veta Library @ 719-742-3572 or email stephanie@lvpl.org.
Movie: Where the Crawdads Sing
LA VETA— Join us at La Veta Public Library, 310 S. Main St., as we show the film based on the global best-selling phenomenon “Where the Crawdads Sing” on Thursday, May 11, 2 p.m. Where the Crawdads Sing tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina. For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately cast by the community as the main suspect. As the case unfolds, the verdict as to what actually happened becomes increasingly unclear, threatening to reveal the many secrets that lay within the marsh. Free with refreshments.
Playground planning event
LA VETA— La Veta Playground Project Update First Design Phase Community Meeting Thursday, May 11, at 6 p.m. at the La Veta Community Center at 131 E Ryus Ave. Come see the proposed layout, equipment, estimated cost, add-on, park seating, and fountain ideas. Questions: Call Heather Hillis at Town Hall 719-742-3631.
Free Wrestling Camp from a pro
WALSENBURG— Jonathon Andreatta, a John Mall High School graduate, who went on to be a two time All-American and National Champion, and now coaches wrestling in West Virginia, will be holding a free wrestling camp on Friday, May 12 for anyone. Beginner session will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and an advanced sessions will run from 12 to 2 p.m., and another from 3 to 5 p.m. The event will be held at John Mall High School in Walsenburg. Contact Josh Vialpando at 719-250-9251 to reserve a spot.
LV Village Annual Bake Sale
LA VETA— The La Veta Village is hosting a Mother’s Day BAKE SALE on Friday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the La Veta Library, 310 South Main Street. Cookies, pies, cakes, and other goodies will be available for a small donation. The Auxiliary continues to sponsor events to assist in delivering services to its residents. So, mark your calendars, and, COME JOIN US on May 12! And, get a special treat for “Mom.”
SPLD Presents Storytime with Mrs. Flamingo
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Library District in Walsenburg every Friday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join our Children’s Librarian, Mrs Flamingo as she reads a story and participate in a craft related to the story! Don’t miss this fun and creative program to share with your kids! You can also catch Storytime with Mrs. Flamingo every other Saturday at the Walsenburg Mercantile.
Wisdom Archives: Introduction to Colcha Embroidery
WALSENBURG—Colcha Embroidery is a style of needlework created by women in colonial settlements in northern New Mexico as early as the 1700’s. By the 1800’s it was also utilized in southern Colorado. Please join Sandy Dolak for an introduction to Colcha Embroidery on Friday, May 12 from 1-3 p.m. at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg. Come learn as well as get some hands-on experience with this historically significant art form. Please contact Sandy: sdolak@hhfoundation.org or call/text 719-251-1271 so that I have enough kits prepared. This program is made available through Huajatolla Heritage Foundation and Art in Society. Free as always/refreshments shared!
SPLD Presents Flicks at the Library
WALSENBURG— Join us on Friday, May 12, at 1:30 p.m. at Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg. Bring the kids to watch Moana, a story of an adventurous teenager on a mission to save her people. Along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient quest of her ancestors and discovers her own identity. Free popcorn, just bring your own beverage!
USPS Stamp Out Hunger food drive
HUERFANO — Continuing a tradition that first began in 1993, the 31st annual letter carriers’ stamp out Hunger Food Drive will be Saturday, May 13.
“Millions of children and families living in America face hunger and food insecurity every day,” said Jeff Frey, Colorado Food Drive Coordinator.
You can contribute to the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive by putting non-perishable food items in a bag by your mailbox. The Walsenburg Post Office will gather all donations and donate them to Dorcas Circle Food & Clothing Pantry, located at 911 S. Main in Walsenburg.
Wildflower & Herb Walk #2
LA VETA— Learn all about local flora used as medicines, food, and more. Saturday, May 13, Half day class from 8 a.m. -12 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Gentle hike near La Veta. Register by contacting Bob at bobkennemer@gmail.com or via text at (719) 248-4543.
Beginning T’ai Chi at LVSA
LA VETA— Often referred to as “the gentle art of yielding”, the ancient, slow moving Chinese practice of T’ai Chi Chuan is also healing in many ways. New, beginning classes will be held beginning Saturday, May 6, at 9 a.m. at The La Veta School of the Arts – 105 W Ryus – across from the town park. Beginning classes will continue every Saturday morning from 9 – 10 a.m. during the month of May. The cost is a donation of $5 per class or $20 for a month of classes. For more information, call Peggy Zehring 719-742-5193, or e-mail PeggyZehring@msn.com or LVArtSchool@yahoo.com
SPLD presents Miss Sherry’s Going Away Party
WALSENBURG— Saturday May 13, 1 – 3 p.m. at the Spanish Peaks Library. We would like to cordially invite Huerfano County residents to a farewell party for our long-time Children’s Librarian Sherry Pearson. Please join us in wishing her a fun and fulfilling retirement! Food, cake and beverages will be served. Let’s all let Miss Sherry know how much we love and appreciate her and all she’s done for the children of our county! All ages are welcome!
Movie Matinee: Rumble, The Indians Who Rocked the World
LA VETA— Join us at La Veta Public Library, 310 S. Main St., on Saturday, May 13, 2 p.m. as we show the award winning documentary “Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World”! This revelatory documentary brings to light the profound and overlooked influence of Indigenous people on popular music in North America. Focusing on music icons like Link Wray, Jimi Hendrix, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Taboo (The Black Eyed Peas), Charley Patton, Mildred Bailey, Jesse Ed Davis, Robbie Robertson, and Randy Castillo, Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The World shows how these pioneering Native American musicians helped shape the soundtracks of our lives. Free with refreshments.
Exhibit No Rules and Al Clymer Opening
LA VETA— The Spanish Peaks Arts Council(SPACe) in La Veta invites everyone to the opening reception for two new shows this Saturday, May 13, 5 – 7 p.m. In the west gallery, “Exhibit No Rules” is an exciting collection of original art by 27 area artists. Artists were encouraged to share artwork that challenges the viewer with the unexpected. Over 60 pieces of artwork include traditional, abstract, expressionistic, and unique styles in a variety of media.
Additionally, nationally acclaimed artist Albert Anderson Clymer is showing a collection of energetic new paintings in the east gallery. There is no admission fee, but donations are gratefully appreciated. Refreshments will be provided. The SPACe Gallery is located at 132 W. Ryus, in the La Veta Town Park. New hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 11 am – 3 pm. For more information call 719 742-3074 or visit the SPACe website: www.spanishpeaksarts.org.
SPLD Presents Gardening 101
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg on Sunday, May 14, at 1 p.m. We are changing the class date due to the Memorial holiday. The main topic this month will be drip irrigation and other watering techniques and, as usual, any other gardening questions you might have. Hope to see you there!
Mother’s Day Live Music
LA VETA— This Mothers day Sunday, May 14, 1 – 2:30 p.m. 127 W.Ryus Ave. in La Veta. Come join us for Mother’s Day Live Music at the Parkside Art Gallery, set against the warm backdrop of Local Art while enjoying a little snack, a soft drink or one of Anneke’s signature coffees, teas and hot chocolate. Michael Steward, renowned pianist, will again be playing your favorite music, whether it is Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Big band, Country, Blues or Pop.
DMV 2GO
WALSENBURG— A representative from DMV2GO will be at the Huerfano County Department of Human Services at 121 W 6th, St. in Walsenburg on Monday, May 15, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. No appointments 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.
Free Acudetox
WALSENBURG— Acudetox is a holistic 5-point Auricular Acupuncture protocol that works with the body’s natural detoxification and healing mechanisms to enhance health, both physical and emotional. Join us at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg on Monday, May 15, 3 – 4:30 p.m. For more information please call the client line at 719-420-3218.
A Goodnight Moon Field Trip
TRINIDAD— Join the Trinidad Carnegie Public Library for a special field trip to view the Goodnight Moon – A Fiber Tale exhibit at the Space to Create. We will meet at 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday, May 16 at the library and then walk over the Space to Create building.
La Veta Writes Writing Group
LA VETA— La Veta Writes is a fun, welcoming writing group open to all over age 14. Whether you’re a longtime writer, a song writer, or simply feeling to make writing a bigger part of your life, come check out La Veta Writes on Tuesday, May 16. We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 3 – 5 p.m. at The Parkside Art Gallery, 127 W. Ryus Ave. If you are interested, bring a sample of your writing. You can read up to 2-pages of your writing to the group (optional). Free. Purchase of a yummy beverage or a donation are welcome, but not required. Supported by the La Veta Creative District & Colorado Creative Industries, LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org.
Weekly wildflower & weed walks
LA VETA— Spring wildflowers and plants are popping and it is time to learn what is what. These gentle one hours walks are led by professional interpretive naturalist Bob Kennemer. They will take place every Wednesday, now through fall, from 5 – 6 p.m. somewhere in Huerfano County, often right in or near our cities or towns. Cost is $5.00 per person and class size is limited to 10. One must pre register by emailing Bob at: bobkennemer@gmail.com
SPLD Presents Trivia
WALSENBURG— Join us on Wednesday, May 17, 6 p.m. at the Second Street Bar & Grill at the golf course. Categories for this month are 1)Charles Dickens Novels 2)Foreign currency 3)Northern Exposure 4)Visual – Colo Native Fish 5)Audio – 90’s Music. Remember, if you suggested one of these categories, your team will get $5 off your table’s tab and an additional $20 if you win the evening! Great food and drinks available! Come join the fun!
Farmer’s Market Season is here
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.
Trivia Night: Sitcoms Trivia Pt. 1
LA VETA— Join La Veta Public Library at Mountain Merman Brewing Company, 220 S. Main St., La Veta on Monday, May 22, 6 p.m. for a night of Sitcoms Trivia (Pt. 1)! Follow up Sitcoms Trivia will not be immediate. 6 rounds, up to FIVE (5) people on a team. No electronic devices allowed-this will result in immediate team disqualification. There is no charge to participate in trivia. Great prizes donated by Mountain Merman Brewery! A great time guaranteed! Want to host a library event at your business? We want to hear from you! info@lvpl.org
Huerfano Honors Its Own
WALSENBURG— The May honorees that will be presented at the County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, May 23, 10 a.m. are Elder, Dr. Bill Cluff and younger Ms. Willow Clark. There will be a reception at 11 a.m. at SPRHC for the many health care workers that have had the honor of working with Dr. Cluff. At 2 p.m. a community reception will be held at La Veta Village Assisted Living, 109 E. Francisco Street to honor both Dr. Cluff and Willow for their important contributions to our county. Another community project sponsored by Huajatolla Heritage Foundation.
Art for the Abuelas – Cactus Garden
WALSENBURG— Join us for Art for the Abuelas Cactus Garden on Thursday, May 25, 1 p.m. located at the Spanish Peak Library in Walsenburg. This is free to the public. Please RSVP to Sandy J (719) 989-8438 with the Huajatolla Heritage Foundation Program.
Puentas: Respecting the Past Bridges to the Future
HUERFANO— Saturday, May 27, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Inaugural sharing of Pictorial Archive of 25 Founding Hispano Families of Huerfano County at La Veta Community Center with select vendors; great speakers at La Veta Library. 10 a.m. noted author and historian Virginia Sanchez. 12 p.m. ; Norberto Valdez, PhD. 2 p.m.; Kate Perdoni, PBS Journalist. Contact info@hhfoundation.org for more information.
Sunday, May 28, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Pictorial Archive moves to the Huerfano County Community Center, 928 Russell Ave. in Walsenburg. A gala reception and reunion for all who have interest in this important project. Free buffet and entertainment; Best of Bischochitos contest; a few great vendors. Join us for something very special!
Best of the Biscochito Contest
WALSENBURG— As part of the gala Puentes celebration on Sunday, May 28, 11 a.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg to share the Pictorial Archive of 25 Founding Families in Huerfano County, we will also be having a Best of the Biscochito Contest. You must pre-register. Please contact info@hhfoundation.org or call or text Charlene Velarde at 719-299-8541. Prizes will be awarded.
La Veta’s First Friday Art Walks, June – September
LA VETA— It’s that time again for art, food and fun. La Veta’s First Friday Art Walks begin Friday, June 2 from 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. The walks continue through the summer on July 7, August 4 and September 1. If you love art or meeting artists, come explore our shops and galleries. Sponsored by the La Veta Creative District and Colorado Creative Industries. For more information, Info@LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org & LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org
LAS ANIMAS
Free legal help at the library
TRINIDAD— The library is partnering with Colorado attorneys and Colorado Legal Services to offer free legal assistance. If you have any questions about these programs, call the library at 719-846-6841. Second Tuesday of every month from 2 to 5 p.m. Next session is May 9. Private conference with an attorney to discuss civil matters only. Open to all income levels!
Come to the library to talk with an attorney via
zoom meeting.
Call the library at 719-846-6841 to sign up
in advance.
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a wealth of legal resources. It’s free!
Volunteer Fair & Info Session
TRINIDAD— Join us at The Commons at Space to Create, 218 W Main St. on Thursday, May 11, from 3 – 6 p.m. for a City of Trinidad Boards and Commissions Volunteer Fair and Information Session and learn how you can become a volunteer for various, upcoming events! Information will be available for all City of Trinidad Boards & Commissions Volunteer Positions.
Mother’s Day fun Run
TRINIDAD— Join the colorful Mother’s day run/walk on Saturday, May 13 at 9 a.m. Bring your mom, bonus mom, grandma, aunts or any “mom” like figures and the whole family for this fun event! Participants will run/walk the designated route through color stations where they will be showered with tossed color as they run through! Sounds like fun! The route is east on Cedar Street to Chestnut, from Chestnut on Elm and then west on the Riverwalk back to the starting point. Sign up by contacting Julie Mattorano at Southern Colorado Family Center 719-251-6509
Trail work Saturday
TRINIDAD— Join the Trinidad Trail Alliance on Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Reilly Canyon, Trinidad Lake State park. They will be working to reclaim the trails for safer hiking and biking. All levels of experience welcome. Tools and snacks are provided but please bring your own water, sunscreen and gloves. For more information please contact Jenn Green at Trinidadtrailsalliance@gmail.com
Second Saturdays – Open Mic for all Literary Souls
TRINIDAD— The Corazón de Trinidad Creative District is pleased to announce its monthly event for May, 2023; the Second Saturday Poetry Series continues on Saturday, May 13. A literary event for all, the Series is hosted by the Creative District on the Second Saturday of the month at the Space to Create Commons, 218 West Main St. The evening begins at 7 pm with a featured writer; the microphone then opens to all who would like to share their creative literary efforts. This event is free and open to the public. Featured this month is New Mexico poet, PW Covington.
Trinidad Water Festival
TRINIDAD— Every May, children from all over Las Animas, Huerfano, and Colfax counties gather at the Trinidad State College campus for a day of educational, engaging, and energizing activities focused on water. Agua es Vida (water is life) continues to be the motto for the festival. This year’s Trinidad Water Festival is scheduled for Thursday, May 18, on the Trinidad State College campus. An opening ceremony kicks things off at 8:30 a.m. with presentations running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone interested in participating in the festival, either as a school or presenter, please contact us at tomandlindaperry@gmail.com.
Go Baby Go!
TRINIDAD— Children’s Services at SCDDS will be hosting their first Go Baby Go! event on Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. ! Build teams will assemble and customize two ride-on motorized cars designed to give increased mobility to toddlers with developmental disabilities or delays. Children’s Services Department at Southern Colorado Developmental Disabilities is hosting the adaptive car building and outreach event at their office in Trinidad, 415 S. Indiana Ave. Two toddlers from Huerfano & Las Animas counties will receive a car to support their development! A community outreach event titled, ‘Things That Go!’ will be hosted in conjunction with the Go Baby Go! workshop. This event will be open to children and families in the surrounding area and include transportation themed activities.
Armed Forces Day Parade
TRINIDAD— The Las Animas County Veteran’s Memorial Committee is proud to present the 2023 Armed Forces Day Parade on Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. Featuring the Ft. Carson Marching band and Color Guard. 9 a.m. lineup on Elm St. The parade will start at 10 a.m. with a ceremony at Memorial Park at 11:30 a.m. For more information please contact Linda Barron at 719-846-8223.
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.
COLFAX
Regional Broadband Meeting
COLFAX—Meet state and local officials, learn about broadband initiatives and funding opportunities, and participate in development of the statewide New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Plans. This event is free to attend and will be held on Thursday, May 11, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Luna Community College, Springer Campus, 516 Maxwell Avenue in Springer. For more information and to register please visit: https://connect.nm.gov/northeast-region-4.
29th Children’s Fishing Derby
CIMARRON— Bring the kids and enjoy the day at the Gravel Pit Lakes – Maverick Campground at Cimmaron Canyon State Park for their annual kids fishing Derby on Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. This event is for children ages 3-11 and there is no entry fee. Free t-shirts and goody bags for the first 100 entrants. New Mexico Game and Fish Fishing Regulations and New Mexico State Park Day Use Fees apply. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, and a registration form must be completed for each child entering the fishing derby. For more information please call 575-377-1594.
Blue Sky Ranch open house
RATON— Come on down and meet our program horses and animals, meet head instructor/trainer and staff and tour our new facility on Saturday, May 13, 1 p.m. We will have information about the new programs being run at the ranch this spring/summer/fall. Bring your children for a Pony Ride! Drinks and sweets provided! Learn how you can be a part of our mission to help the community. Blue Sky Ranch mission is to provide a safe, welcoming, and positive community environment where human and horse interaction drives the core of healing. Located at 35230Highway 64/87 in Raton.
Trail Project at Capulin Volcano National Monument
RATON— Join us for a two-day project at Capulin Volcano National Monument (near Raton). The volunteer work is slated for Saturday and Sunday, May 27-28, and will include overnight camping within the park. All meals, tools and training will be provided. NMVFO will improve two trails: the Boca Trail (a two-mile loop) and the Lava Flow Trail (a one-mile loop). Work includes lopping, moving rocks, and widening trail in some sections. Sunday will be a half day of work. Volunteers can learn more and register for the project at NMVFO’s projects page here: https://nmvfo.org/projects/capulin-volcano-nps/
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.
