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LVPL Movie matinee
LA VETA— The La Veta Public Library movie matinee for October will feature Academy Award winner Robert DeNiro in the hilarious comedy “About My Father”. You won’t want to miss the fun as cultures collide and laughs abound and the true meaning of family is discovered. Thursday, Oct. 12, at 2 p.m. with free refreshments.
Trivia with La Veta Library
LA VETA— Join La Veta Public Library at Mountain Merman Brewing Company 220 S. Main on Thursday, Oct. 12, 6 p.m. for a night of You Can’t Study Trivia! 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
Post-Spring Fire Talk – Five Years Later
LA VETA— Join La Veta Trails at La Veta Mercantile, 300 S. Main St., La Veta, on Thursday, Oct. 12, 6 p.m. for a Post-Spring Fire Talk – Five Years Later. Manuel Molles, Derek Sokoloski, and Mary Anne Nelson will present an update on ecosystem recovery five years after the Spring Fire. This talk is a follow-up to their discussions in 2018 and 2019 and will focus on ecosystem recovery across the Spring Fire burn scar along gradients of fire severity, including soil properties and regrowth and survival of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees. Fire mitigation, flooding, erosion, and altered hydrology will also be discussed. Manuel is a Professor Emeritus at the University of New Mexico, Derek is the Southeast Area Manager of the Colorado State Forest Service, and Mary Anne is a Professor Emerita at the University of New Mexico. If you have questions, contact Judy Fisher at judywfisher8@gmail.com.
Fall Craft Festival
WALSENBURG— Come to Huerfano Nursery and Garden, 704 Walsen Ave in Walsenburg, on Friday Oct. 13, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. You’ll find local artists selling mosaics, yard art, home décor, jewelry, wildlife photography, and more! It’s a great time to stock up on one-of-a-kind holiday gifts all the while supporting our locals. Decorative pumpkins will also be available, as well as pumpkin carving for kids! Mark your calendars: it’s an event you won’t want to miss!
SPLD Presents Flicks at the Library
WALSENBURG— Friday, Oct. 13, 1:30 p.m. It’s back! Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg will once again be showing movies in our meeting room with FREE popcorn! This month we will be showing Hocus Pocus, starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy as 3 witches seeking immortality and 3 teens who aim to stop them. Don’t miss this spooky fun movie!
Care and Share Mobile Market
LA VETA— The La Veta Village assisted living residence partners with Care and Share Food Bank of Southern Colorado to provide food for those in need in the greater La Veta area. The monthly Mobile Market provides no-cost groceries. Everyone in the community is welcome to shop at the market. Simply walk up and choose food you would like to take home. The Mobile Market is coming to the La Veta Village parking lot 109 East Francisco Street on Fridays, Oct. 13th, Nov. 17th, and Dec. 15th from 2 – 3:30 p.m. Bring Your Own Bags. For questions please call (719) 247-1393 or email foodservices@lavetavillage.org.
Eclipse Event at SPLD
WALSENBURG— The Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg will be hosting a community Eclipse Event on Saturday, Oct. 14, 9 – 11 a.m. They will be giving eclipse glasses to people who show up and participate. For more information on the Eclipse check out this week’s Astronomy Article on page
Huerfano County Historical Society Annual Meeting
WALSENBURG—The Huerfano County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. at the La Plaza Historic Hotel, 118 W. 6th in Walsenburg. A pot roast lunch will start at noon. Guest speaker, Bob deWitt will present “Gone But Not Forgotten, Some Early Coal Camps of Southern Colorado after the noon luncheon. The cost is $30 for nonmembers and $25 for HCHS members. Reservations can be made by leaving a message at 719-738-2346 or e-mailing huerfanoheritagecenter@outlook.com.
Fall Colors Concert
CUCHARA— We are excited to announce our first Fall Colors Concert on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. We have a great lineup including the headliners and Southern Colorado hottest party band, the The Martini Shot along with the great Mason Davis and the Colorado Double Barrel Band. Of course, all proceeds benefit our work at Cuchara Mountain Park. Don’t miss it!
Inner Idea Artists at SPACe
LA VETA— Everyone is invited to help celebrate another successful year of art exploration and experimentation with a show by Inner Idea Artists at SPACe in La Veta. Enjoy art, wine and hors d’oeuvres on Saturday, Oct. 14, 5 – 7 p.m.
St. Mary’s Fall Festival
WALSENBURG— St. Mary Catholic Church in Walsenburg will celebrate its 2023 Fall Festival in Msgr. Delaney Hall, 121 E. 7th, on Sunday, Oct. 15 after the 10:30 Mass. Festivities will begin with a full spaghetti & meatball dinner, including garlic bread, salad, dessert and drink, from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 2 to 10. From 2 to 3:30 p.m., bid in on the “Purse Auction”, featuring treat-filled bags ranging from tool boxes to designer handbags. At 3:45, they’ll announce the winners of the Cash Raffle with $500, $300, and $100 prizes. Call 719-989-0969 to buy tickets. $2 each or 3 for $5. From 4:00 to 5:00, play Fun-Time Bingo and win White Elephant prizes. All day, a Cake Walk, pumpkin painting, and sand-art activities will entertain the kids. Come enjoy a fall afternoon with your friends at St. Mary’s!
La Veta Writes ~ Monthly Writing Group
LA VETA— Are you interested in making writing and/or journaling a bigger part of your life and, perhaps, looking for support, encouragement or resources? Or, are you a longtime writer working on a project, a song writer or a poet? Whatever your experience, we’d love to have you join us at the monthly gathering of La Veta Writes, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 3 – 5 p.m. at The Parkside Art Gallery, 127 W Ryus Ave. (We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.) If you would like to practice reading your work aloud, bring up to 2-pages (double-spaced, 12 pt). This is a free gathering. Please bring your own beverage as the cafe part of the gallery will be closed. Donations to The Parkside are welcome, but are not required. Sponsored by the La Veta Creative District & Colorado Creative Industries, LaVetaCreativeDistrict.org. For more info, email TrustingOurInnerLight@gmail.com
SPLD Presents Trivia Night
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Library on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m. at Second Street Bar & Grill located at the Walsenburg Golf Course. Categories this month are Medicinal Plants, Marvel Movies, Mystery Category, Visual Sesame Street Characters and Gilligan’s Island. Don’t miss the fun, food and drinks!
Walsenburg Eagles Ladies Aux meeting change
WALSENBURG— The Walsenburg Ladies Aux 1187, is having a meeting change from Friday Oct. 20 to Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Eagles hall, 614 Main in Walsenburg.
Huerfano County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting
LA VETA— The Huerfano County Farm Bureau Board would like to invite you to attend the Huerfano County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. This is not limited to Farm Bureau members, but anyone is welcome who is interested in finding out more about the organization and its function. The meeting will be on Saturday, Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m. at the La Veta Community Center located at 131 E. Ryus Ave. Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. followed by a lasagna lunch and homemade desserts provided by Huerfano County Farm Bureau. There will be speakers from the state office to give updates on programs. In addition, there will be door prizes throughout the afternoon. If you are interested in attending please call Nancy Coe at 719-225-0873 by October 13th for a reservation.
3rd Annual Autumn Festival
Walsenburg— The Farm Bureau, 713 Walsen Ave, Walsenburg is hosting it’s 3rd Annual Autumn Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21, 1 – 4 p.m. There will be a bouncy house, face painting, free pumpkins and a costume contest.
Fall Follies
LA VETA—A night of laughs and fun featuring your favorite local performers! Check out Fall Follies at Francisco Center for the Performing Arts, 127 W. Francisco St. on Saturday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 22, 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at www.fcpalaveta.org Tickets for sale at the door as available. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. You don’t want to miss this fun time!
Henley Holistics Health Fair
WALSENBURG— Want to be healthy but dont know where to begin? We have resources! Check out Henley Holistics Health Fair on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2 – 6 p.m. at 111 W. 10th Street, Walsenburg. For more information visit HenleyHolistics.com
FCPA Show Choir
LA VETA— Francisco Center for the Performing Arts Show Choir is excited to start our sixth season
of entertainment. This is a non-auditioned choir and offers a community singing experience starting on
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. Francisco Center of the Performing Arts,127 West Francisco, La Veta. So take your fabulous voices out of the shower and join in
preparing a show for early-March. The FCPA Show Choir is under the primary direction of Sam Sortore,
but also includes the conducting experience of Peggy Arnold-Hoobler and Joanne Vargo. Let’s get together and see what happens. Questions? Call Di Sortore at 303-882-7764.
LVPL Science Symposium
LA VETA— The La Veta Library will host its second installment of the Science Symposium brought to you by Dr. Ed Donovan of La Veta on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m. This seminar will feature David Moore. PhD who had a 34 year career as a U.S. Geological Surveyor and who served our country as a helicopter pilot during the war in Viet Nam. His topic will be “Continents have not ALWAYS” been where they are today” and promises to be very enlightening . Audience participation is encouraged and refreshments will be provided.
SPBA Fall Mixer
WALSENBURG— Join the Spanish Peaks Business Alliance on Thursday, Oct. 26, 5 – 7 p.m. for their fall mixer and to compare notes about the Summer Season and share what’s coming in the Fall and Winter! Bring your save the dates, flyers and invites for upcoming events. Taco Bar and Mini Golf weather permitting! Remember park access free if coming through the park, or access and park on the east side from 2nd St out of Walsenburg.
LAS ANIMAS
October Food Drive
TRINIDAD— During the month of October, the Trinidad History Museum is holding a canned food drive (human and pet!) to gather donations for Fishers Peak Soup Kitchen and Pet Assistance League Store. A donation drop-off will be available in the museum gift shop during opening hours, and if you bring canned food to any of Trinidad History Museum’s events this month, you’ll receive special discounts and goodies! The hours for the Museum are Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Have questions? Reach out to Millie at emily.duren@state.co.us for additional information.
Cup of Joe Peer to Peer Program
TRINIDAD— Every second and forth Thursday of the month at 9 a.m. Veterans are invited to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, 127 N. Commercial Street Suite 205 for a fresh cup of coffee. Join other Veterans and an Americorps Resource Coordinator to build peer-to-peer relationships. For more information please call 719-845-4872
Double-Feature Fright Nights
TRINIDAD— If you can’t imagine celebrating this spooky season without viewing cinematic classics of the horror genre then Trinidad History Museum has got you covered. Featuring the shocking, suspenseful, and undeniably captivating, Double-Feature Fright Nights includes 4 full nights of back-to-back screenings dedicated to movies that chill the bones! These movie screenings will take place on the museum grounds Friday, Oct 13, 20, 27, and Tuesday, Oct. 31st, 6 – 9 p.m.
All of the Double-Feature Fright Nights are free and open to the public with no reservations required. Contact Trinidad History Museum at 719-846-7217 for additional information.
Flea Market
BONCARBO— On Saturday, Oct. 14, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Boncarbo Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will have a flea market at the fire station, 14589 CR 57.7 in Bon Carbo. For more information or reserve a $10 booth call 719-846-8538.
Fall Craft Fair
TRINIDAD— The Old School House, 2221 CR 74.1 (behind Big R) will be having their annual Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 14, starting at 9 a.m. Local crafts, food, drinks and more!
Second Saturday Trail Work Days
TRINIDAD— Hoot! Hoot at the Wormhole! Support our local trails Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. All levels experience welcome! Tools and snacks provided, BYO water gloves and sunscreen. Tailgater to follow! For more info, contact Jenn Green 719-859-0379. trainidadtrailsalliance@gmail.com
Fall Festival
TRINIDAD— The Holy Trinity Academy, 200 church Street will be having their Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free entry, parking, face painting, and other activities. Everyone is welcome!
Open Mic for all Literary Souls
TRINIDAD— The Corazón de Trinidad Creative District Announces Second Saturdays – Open Mic for all Literary Souls. The series is hosted by the Creative District on the Second Saturday of the month at The Commons at Space to Create, 218 West Main St. On Saturday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. the evening will begin 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.
Trinidad Autism Organization annual fundraiser
TRINIDAD— On Saturday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. the Trinidad Autism Organization annual fundraiser will be held at Ft. Wooten. Come enjoy an evening of fun featuring the Cappellucci Brothers. Tickets are sold at the door, $15 per person or $25 per couple.
Candidate Forum
TRINIDAD— Candidate Forum will be held on Monday, Oct. 16, 5:30 p.m. on the Trinidad State College Campus in the Massari Performing Arts Building, State and Broom Streets. 5:30 – 6 p.m. Meet the candidates – informal conversation. 6 – 8 p.m. will be the Trinidad City Council and Trinidad Mayoral Debate. To submit questions please visit trinidadstate.edu/candidates/
Jack-O’-Lantern Carving
TRINIDAD— Tuesday, Oct. 17, 4:30 – 6 p.m. Bring your gourds or root vegetables and join the Trinidad History Museum for an evening of carving jack-o’-lanterns and learning about their eerie history! All tools will be provided, but for a cash or shelf-stable food donation, you can also carve one of the vegetables from Trinidad History Museum’s very own “pumpkin patch.” No tickets or reservations are required for this free spooky season event.
Town Hall Meeting
TRINIDAD— The Town Hall Meeting will be on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 – 8 p.m. at Commons at Space to Create, 218 W. Main, Trinidad. The community is invited to join the City of Trinidad for this special Town Hall meeting to discuss the past, present, and future of Trinidad, Colorado.
Mayor Phil Rico, City Manager Steve Ruger, city council members and city department heads have compiled a presentation for their accomplishments in 2023, the current projects being worked on and outline the goals for Trinidad over the next few months.
Watch Replacement Day
TRINIDAD— Bring your car remotes, hearing aids, and watches in for new batteries on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Mount San Rafael Hospital lobby. Need a link added to a watchband or one taken out? We can do that too! Items can be serviced while you wait or dropped off and picked up before 4pm. Cash and credit card accepted.
Garbage Glam
TRINIDAD— Garbage Glam is coming to Main Street Live Theater on Friday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m. Local non-profit groups will benefit from this wacky collection of wearable recycled and/or up-cycled materials, and those wishing to show off holiday costumes are also welcome to join the fun on stage for a chance to win trophies. All proceeds from this event will be divided equally between SoCo Clubhouse and Somebody Cares/EM Food pantry, serving Las Animas County. Come join the fun for only $10 admission. Advance tickets are available by contacting somebodycaresproject@gmail.com, socojaisk8@gmail.com or gidget.campbell@yahoo.com.
Howl-o-ween Hangout at Trinidad History Museum
TRINIDAD— Saturday, Oct. 21, 1 p.m., join the Howl-o-ween fun at Trinidad History Museum, 120 South Chestnut. Bring your pooch by the museum to show off costumes (human and canine!), grab a goodie bag for your pet, and take a cute pic at our photo booth! Admission to the event is FREE! We’ll have museum bandanas available for purchase or for a donation of canned pet or human food. Dogs must be leashed at all times; please ensure your dog can play nicely with ALL others. Water and doggie waste bags will be provided.
Town Hall Meeting- Proposition HH
TRINIDAD— Join Jodi Amato Las Animas County Assessor on Monday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m. at Fort Wootton, 204 S Chestnut St in Trinidad. Bring any and all questions to learn the pros, cons and otherwise about Proposition HH. Colorado Proposition HH, Property Tax Changes and Revenue Change Measure will be on the ballot this November.
Smithsonian Volunteer Meet and Greet
TRINIDAD— The City of Trinidad and the Corazon de Trinidad Creative District are proudly hosting the traveling Smithsonian Exhibition Crossroads: Change in Rural America. In addition to the Smithsonian exhibition we’ve put together more than two dozen companion exhibitions and public events highlighting the vibrant history of our region over the past 100 years! Join us on Thursday, Oct 26, 5 – 6:30 p.m. to get a sneak peek into what we have in store for our community while the Smithsonian is in town and let us know how you’d like to help out!
Hoehne Harvest Festival
HOEHNE— Join the Hoehne FFA for their first annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 28, 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 and includes dinner, dance, and games. There will be something fun for the entire family during the harvest festival held at the Hoehne High Ag Shop.
AADA 40 years of service celebration
TRINIDAD—In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and 40 years of service please join Advocates Against Domestic Assault on Saturday, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. at the A.R. Mitchelle Museum 150 E Main St, in Trinidad. Tickets are $30 each or $50 for two. Please call 719-846-9159 to RSVP. Appetizers and dessert will be provided and William Kellibrew IV will be the Keynote Speaker.
COLFAX
New Mexico Northeast Regional Economic Development Summit
RATON— The New Mexico Northeast Regional Economic Development Summit will be held on Friday, Oct. 13. Check-in and networking at 9 a.m. then speakers and panels from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The summit will be held at the Raton Convention Center. For more information and to RSVP visit https://bettercity.mysocialpinpoint.com/raton-new-mexico
“Cross of Iron”Book review and signing
RATON— Join the Raton Museum on Friday, Oct. 13th at 6:30 p.m. for “Cross of Iron” book review and signing with author Nick Pappas. This is a tragic story of Dawson, New Mexico, and its twin mining disasters, in remembrance of October 1913 and February 1923.
Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing
CAPULIN—Partial solar eclipse viewing at Capulin Volcano National Monument Saturday, Oct. 14, most of the day at the visitor center. Come join rangers view a partial solar eclipse with a solar telescope. Solar eclipse glasses will be provided. Capulin Volcano National Monument is Located at 46 Volcano Hwy, Capulin.
Raton Election Forum
RATON— On Tuesday, Oct. 17, 6 – 8:30 p.m. there will be an election forum at the Raton Convention Center. School bond, School Board, Municipal Judge and City Commission will be the forum topics. Moderated by Laura Brewer, The Ratonian and Victoria Vega, RHS Alumnus.
Lion’s Club free glasses day
RATON— The Raton Lion’s Club will be holding a free event open to anyone in our community on Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 – 11:45 a.m. at the Isabel Castillo Event Center located at 123 S. 2nd Street in downtown Raton. Those attending the event will be able to try on and order a FREE brand-new pair of eyeglass frames. Frames for men, women, and children will be available. Prescription single-vision lenses and lined bifocal lenses are included. Each person MUST to bring a current copy of their glasses prescription (no expired prescription will be accepted). No progressive or transition lenses are available.
Independent Riders of Raton Bake Sale
RATON— Come out and buy some delicious goodies on Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Mr. Ferri’s Gas Station. Cookies, cupcakes, tortillas and salsa will be available for purchase. All proceeds benefit Run for the Wall.
RPS Fall Festival
RATON— On Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Raton Public Schools will have their Annual Fall Festival at Tiger Stadium. There will be over 40 booths and vendors plus cornhole, petting zoo, pony rides, food, costume contest, bouncy house and much more!
Raton Witch Walk
RATON— Gather your friends and family for a wickedly wonderful party in downtown Raton on Saturday, Oct. 21, 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. Raton Witch Bar Crawl, Charity Fundraiser and Private Dance Party at the VFW with DJ Beverly Baca. $40 to participate, includes drinks and appetizers at 6 stopping points and admittance to the private dance party. Register at Old Pass Gallery by Oct. 18. Proceeds go to The Hungry Pantry, providing quality food items to households experiencing food insecurity.
Celebration Outreach
RATON— Come join us for free hamburgers and hot dogs on Friday, Oct. 27, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. during the Celebration Outreach. The Interdisciplinary Team members from albuquerque will be at the Raton CBOC VHA, 1493 Whittier Street, handing out information. New Mexico Department of Veteran Services will be on site to answer questions and assist Veterans. COVID and Flu Vaccinations will be available all day. There will be music and gathering of comrades in honor of our surrounding veterans and so much more. For more details please call Sherry Arguello at 575-445-6049.
Charles Parson at Capulin Volcano National Monument
CAPULIN— This nationally exhibited sculptor, muralist, draftsman, installation-performance artist and educator will be in the park Sunday, Oct. 15 through Saturday, Nov. 18 developing on-site and dimensional drawings, along with informal conversations with visitors. There will be a meet and greet on Saturday, Oct. 28, 1 – 2:30 p.m. in the Visitor’s Center. In case of inclement weather phone 575-278-2201 or the Capulin Website for reschedule information
OUT OF OUR WORLD
75th Anniversary of John Martin Reservoir
BENT COUNTY— The 75th anniversary of John Martin Dam/Reservoir. On Saturday, Oct. 21, 9:45 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. a full day with speeches from both state and agency representatives, food vendors, a cornhole and disc golf tournament, dam tours and a fishing derby for kids. We have a lot of information for the event on our Facebook page USACE John Martin.
