HUERFANO
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.
Huerfano County Communication Coalition meeting today
WALSENBURG– This month’s Coalition meeting will be on Thursday, May 2, 12 p.m., where Bradley Reitmair with the Huerfano Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring our lunch. The meeting will take place at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg. This will be our last meeting before summer break, resuming our meetings in August.
Yoga Classes – All levels including beginners
WALSENBURG – Classes are held weekly on Thursday, 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. There will be time after class to meet the teacher and other students. There is a gift of a yoga mat and bag for the first 10 people to attend 7 classes. This class is offered at NO CHARGE.
Small Business Week
HUERFANO– The Wheelhouse Retail Incubator and Community Makerspace has organized the
following events for Small Business Week. Thursday, May 2, 4 p.m. Small Business Meetup at Crafty Canary Brewery, 107 E. 5 th St. and on Friday May 3, and Saturday May 4 there will be an incubator popup and Makerspace open house at the Wheelhouse, 609 Main St, 12 – 5 p.m.
Bee house building at SPLD
WALSENBURG– This Friday, May 3, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., at the Spanish Peaks LIbrary in Walsenburg, there will be a “bee house” building event that has been organized by one of the Trinidad State Trailbuilding students. This event will be a great opportunity for you to do something for the local native bees, who so badly need our help, and will be a total blast, especially for kids. Supplies will be provided, so all you need to do is show up and bring your creativity! We will also be handing out packets of seeds for local grasses and wildflowers, which are a couple more things local bees love.
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, stop by the library or call us at 719-738-2774 to reserve a book for you.
Gravel Adventure Field Guide Ride
HUERFANO– Created in partnership with the Huerfano County Tourism Board, join in on a community gravel bike ride to receive your Gravel Adventure Field Guide on Saturday, May 4th 8:45 a.m. This guide shows routes throughout the county and we will be hosting our first ride! Following the “Legends of Grandote Gravel Route” (39 miles). We will be pairing into small groups to set out to La Veta from the Walsenburg Mercantile and then return back. Space is limited, visit the link to sign up. This ride will be capped at 49 people with a casual pace. https://graveladventurefieldguide.com/spc-huerfano-co
New Beginning T’ai Chi Classes at The La Veta School of the Arts
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 Starting this Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m. at the La Veta School of the Arts, 109 West 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 email PeggyZehring@msn.com or LVArtSchool @yahoo.com
Weekend music at the Stokehouse
WALSENBURG– Back by popular demand, Cappton Reid will be rocking the Stokehouse in Walsenburg this Friday, May 3, 6 p.m. with an electrifying Country/Classic Rock band consisting of Tony Cappelucci, Bruce Walton, and Tom Reid! Their performances that’ll have you dancing all night long! And on Saturday, May 4, 7 p.m. the one and only DJ H is ready to spin the hottest tracks and bring the ultimate party vibes to Walsenburg. Get your dancing shoes on and join us for an unforgettable night!
May the Fourth Be With You: LVPL and FCPA shows “A New Hope”
LA VETA– Calling all Star Wars fans! Join La Veta Library at the Francisco Center for the Performing Arts, 127 W. Francisco St. as we celebrate May the 4th be with You with the showing of the first released Star Wars movie “Episode IV: A New Hope” on Saturday, May 4 at 6 p.m.
SPLD presents Oh My Macrame
WALSENBURG– Join the fun at Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg on Wednesday, May 8, 4 p.m. Mrs. Sharona will be teaching how to macrame. Class and supplies are FREE! Don’t miss this fun and informative class!
American Legion Post 16 Meeting
WALSENBURG– The Brian T. Chiquette Post 16 of The American Legion will have their monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 8, at 6 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center, 928 Russell Ave. in Walsenburg. All Veterans are invited and encouraged to attend the meeting. We will be having Post Elections for officers. If you are interested please call me to get your name on the Ballot. We will also be planning for Memorial Day activities. If you have any questions, please call Dave Rogers 719-738-9965.
NOW That’s What I Call Music Bingo: Songs from the Mouse
LA VETA– On Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m., please join La Veta Public Library at Mountain Merman Brewing Company,220 S. Main St. for “Now That’s What I Call Music Bingo: Songs from the Mouse!” We will play samples on shuffle from a custom “Songs from the Mouse” playlist that match spaces on bingo cards provided. There is no charge to participate. All play is individual. See you at the brewery! Want to host a library event at your business? We want to hear from you! info@lvpl.org
Francisco Fort Clean Up Day
LA VETA– Help clean up our community on Saturday, May 11, starting at 9 a.m. Lunch will be provided, meet at the Francisco Fort in La Veta for their annual Clean Up Day!
Mother’s Day Bake Sale
LA VETA– The Auxiliary of the La Veta Village is hosting a bake sale on Saturday, May 11 beginning at 10 a.m. This is absolutely the perfect opportunity to purchase something special and homemade for your mother, grandmother, aunt, or friend. A tasty goodie is always a perfect gift for someone you love and admire! The bake sale will be at the La Veta Public Library, 310 South Main Street, La Veta.
Mother’s Day Brunch
WALSENBURG– On Sunday, May 12, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. there will be a Mother’s Day Brunch at the Stokehouse in the Walsenburg Mercantile. Come out for a Mother’s Day Brunch at the Stokehouse with music by MiDi and Mommy. Kids are $10.99 all you can eat with bracelet decorating. Adults are $25 all you can eat with bracelet decorating. Bracelet decorating or key chain creating is $5.00 additional per person.
LAS ANIMAS
The Cassidy Chronicles –
Book signing
TRINIDAD– Thursday, May 2nd at 6 p.m. at Mutiny Trinidad come chat with local author Adam Gaffen about his sci-fi epoch The Cassidy Chronicles or any of his wonderful books. Copies available Mutiny Trinidad now or pick one up signed directly from the author day of.
Friends of the Library Silent Auction Fundraiser
TRINIDAD– The Friends of the Library Silent Auction Fundraiser will be held from Monday, April 29 to Friday, May 3, 7:45 p.m. In conjunction with the First Friday Art Walk, Books & More will be open from 5 to 8 p.m. only on Friday, May 3. We will have door prizes, Colie’s cookies and a 15% discount for most purchases for everyone. Senior citizens will get their regular Senior Day discount until closing.
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 Trinidad_History_Museum@state.co.us
Senior Days at Books & More Bookstore
TRINIDAD– Senior Days at Books & More Bookstore in Trinidad will be Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4. Store hours for Friday will be 11-4:30 and for Saturday 10-3:45. Most items will be 50% off. For more information please call 719-846-8522.
First Friday Art walk
TRINIDAD– Friday, May 3, 5 – 8 p.m. is the First Friday Art Walk. Come to Downtown Trinidad for an evening of music, food, art and friends. As always there will be shows and openings at A.R. Mitchell, the Kuehl Gallery at the Mitch, Marketplace Gallery, the Corazon Gallery, Doug and Lori’s Gallery & Studio. There will also be an event/silent auction at Books & More, an Event at the Art Cottage, and our newest store on E. Main, The Pack Mule. And, of course there will be live music downtown.
Randy Gradishar Day
TRINIDAD– Celebrate Denver Broncos one of the newest pro football Hall of Famer and Colorado Icon with Mayor Karen Griego, City Officials, the TLAC Chamber and Fans and enjoy Gradishar Themed Specials! Brought to you by: Phil Long Enterprise, City of Trinidad and Trinidad & Las Animas County Chamber of Commerce. Friday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. at The Marketplace, 326 N. Commercial Street in Trinidad.
Cinco De Mayo Celebration
TRINIDAD– The Trinidad Las Animas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Presents Cinco De Mayo Celebration on Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. There will be vendors, a car show, live music, dj’s, corn hole, food, horseshoe tournament shopping and so much more! If you would like to be a vendor or sponsor please call 719-846-8234.
Friends of Aguilar Meeting
AGUILAR– On Saturday, May 4, 2 p.m. join the Friends of Aguilar at the community center for their meeting. Be part of the magic and don’t miss this opportunity to get involved.
Trinidad Community Chorale Concert
TRINIDAD– The Trinidad Community Chorale Concert will be on Saturday, May 4, 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 5, 2 p.m. at the Trinidad Community Church, 216 Broom, Trinidad. “Hits from Stage and Screen” which will feature a variety of music written for stage productions or movies such as “Remember Me” from Coco, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, and “Under the Sea” from The Little Mermaid. For more information please contact Trinidad.music.association@gmail.com or call 719-846-3062.
Victoria Alai –
Author presentation
TRINIDAD– Self help author, Victoria Alai, will give a presentation at the Trinidad Carnegie Public Library on Tuesday, May 7, 2 – 3: p.m., downstairs in the Community Room. Victoria wrote Survival 101: A Guide to Staying Afloat in the Deep Waters of Life. Her theme for this presentation will be “From surviving to Thriving.”
To side gig or be an entrepreneur
TRINIDAD— This free workshop starting Thursday, May 9 6 – 8 p.m. at Trinidad State College will benefit anyone thinking of starting a business or a side gig. For complete information or to sign up please call Donna at 719-846-5724.
64th Annual Hoehne FFA Mayfair
HOEHNE– With the warm, springtime weather comes that time of year for the 64th annual Hoehne FFA Mayfair! This year Mayfair is set for Saturday, May 11th at the Hoehne Ag Ed Classroom and Shop. This is located around the back of Hoehne School closest to the railroad tracks. This annual event is a fundraiser for the Hoehne FFA Chapter to be able to purchase shop materials, participate in FFA competitions and pay for FFA-related expenses. As in previous years, the day will start off with livestock shows for market and/or breeding, after the conclusion of the livestock shows, a brisket lunch will be served at the Hoehne Community Center. Following lunch is the much-anticipated auction. For more information, donations, questions, comments or concerns please contact the Hoehne FFA Advisor, Justin Beard, at 719-846-4457 ext. 103.
Mother’s Day Tea Party
TRINIDAD– On Saturday, May 11, 2 – 4 p.m. join the Trinidad History Museum for a garden tea party celebrating Mother’s Day on the lawns of the Bloom Mansion! Teas from the Trinidad Tea Company, finger sandwiches, and scones will be served. Reservations are required for this special occasion and tickets can be purchased online or by contacting Millie at 719-846-7217 or emily.duren@state.co.us.
Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner
TRINIDAD– Spaghetti dinner is being provided by Jay and the Las Animas Grill on Saturday, May 11, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. All proceeds will go to the Miner Football team to support the upcoming season and to send players to camp at Western College and for team uniforms. The players and coaches will be serving customers. This is a great opportunity to meet and interact with the players and the entire team. Please bring cash as it is the easiest way for the Las Animas Grill to get the proceeds to the team.
Open Mic for all Literary Souls
TRINIDAD– Join us for our Literary Open Mic Saturday, May 11, 6:30 p.m. and every second Saturday at The Commons At Space to Create! Every month we have a featured writer, followed by an open mic session for anyone who’d like to share their writing talents with the community. All ages are welcome! Snacks and drinks will be provided by Corazón de Trinidad Creative District.
COLFAX
“Spring Fling” – a Blind Date with a Book
RATON– What is Blind Date with a Book? A “blind date with a book” is like a regular blind date where you don’t know what you’re getting until you get there. But, with books! The Librarians at Arthur Johnson Memorial Library in Raton have selected various items from our extensive collection and wrapped them up just for you! If you are feeling daring this is the program for you.
It’s a fun way to be introduced to new authors, books or DVDs that you may have judged by the cover or title. Try your luck and fall in love with reading again. This program runs now through the end of May.
National Day of Prayer
ANGEL FIRE– Stop by Frontier Park in Angel Fire Thursday, May 2, anytime between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. for a self guided prayer and praise experience. Moreno Valley Community Churches will have tables set up inviting you to pray for local, state, national and world leaders, military, veterans, police, fire, EMS, pastors, chaplains, marriage and families, and schools.
The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman.
ANI-MAY
RATON– ANI-MAY starts this Thursday, May 2, 6 p.m. at the Arthur Johnson Memorial Library in Raton! Starting with a showing of the One Piece Film Gold. Showings will take place every Thursday and Sunday in the upstairs meeting room. Saturday, May 4, 2 p.m. is Spirited Away, Thursday, May 9, 6 p.m. is Kiki’s Delivery Service. Visit the Arthur Johnson Memorial Facebook page for a full list of Ani-May’s events.
Raton Pokemon Club
RATON– Are you a huge Pokemon fan? Do you want to learn more about it or show off your skills? Whether you are a novice or an expert, come out to the Raton Pokemon Club every Saturday, 4 – 5 p.m. at Arthur Johnson Memorial Library. Both trading cards and video games will be available.
Art classes at Arthur Johnson
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.
A Night on the Trail
RATON– The Colfax County Society of Art, History and Archaeology invites you to a night on the trail of history on Friday, May 3, 6:30 p.m. Walk the timeline of the Santa Fe Trail, gather around for storytelling, songs, poetry, & enjoy a bite of cobbler along with fellow trailblazers at the Raton Museum. Experience the history of the trail that impacted Colfax County and the world. The Santa Fe Trail 200th Timeline Exhibit will be on display at the Raton Museum now through Saturday, May 25th.
Cottage Market Business 101
RATON– Join us for this free boot camp on Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. to learn four key components to successfully launching your booth or small business at 130 Park Ave, Raton.
GrowRaton offers this training, presented by Las Vegas Small Business Development Center, to prepare you for the upcoming Raton Cottage Market. Let us know if you plan to attend! Call 575-245-4769 or email info@growraton.org.
26th Annual Spay/Neuter
Certificate Sale
RATON– The Raton Humane Society will be hosting the certificate sale at the Tractor Supply in Raton on Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Dog Certificates are $80 and cats are $60, cash only. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to save money while taking care of your pets!
Bronco De Mayo
COLD BEER– Dance the night away on Saturday, May 4, 4 p.m. to the music of Secondhand. There will be a 50/50 raffle, door prizes and horse shoes. This is a fundraiser for Broncs of Blue Sky. Saddle up and take pictures at your favorite local watering hole.
Night sky viewing
CAPULIN– Night sky viewing at Capulin will be on Saturday, May 4, 8:30 p.m. and again on Saturday, May 11, 8:30 p.m. Follow the red lights from the Visitor Center to the observing area. Wear warm clothing. For more information please all 575-278-2201.
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
RATON– Check out the Cinco De Mayo Fiesta at Ripley Park on Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m. -5 p.m. and Sunday, May 5, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. There will be music, food, music and much more!
Blood Drive
RATON– Vitalant will be back at Mesa Pharmacy, 1279 S. 2nd Street in Raton on Tuesday, May 7, 1 – 6 p.m for a community blood drive. Walk-in appointments available or call 877-258-4825 to schedule by phone, please bring your photo ID.
Park Beautification Project
CIMARRON– You’re invited to be a part of the park beautification project Thursday, May 9 – Saturday May 11 starting at 10 a.m. all three days. This is the annual beatification project funded through the New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant Program. Bring your ideas, shovels and green thumb to help us complete the project of xeriscaping, building flower beds and an overall park clean up. Hot dogs and hamburgers with chips will be provided for all volunteers. If you have any questions please call Shawn at 575-376-2232.
30th Children’s Fishing Derby
CIMARRON– Children, grab your fishing poles! The Children’s Fishing Derby at Cimarron Canyon State Park is coming up on Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. Children must be between 3 and 11 years old to participate. All New Mexico Game and Fish and State Park Rules and Regulations will be enforced. Sponsored by Friends of Eagle Nest Lake and Cimarron Canyon State Park.
