Events for Dec. 8, 2022
Throughout Our World
Kringle Market- Win $1,000 and see Santa on Dec. 17
OUR WORLD— The ‘Tis the Season’ season is almost here! Join us at the Walsenburg Mercantile, 408 Russell St. on Saturday, Dec. 17 for all your holiday shopping needs. For the second year in a row, the World Journal is teaming up with merchants from Huerfano, Las Animas, and Colfax counties to give away $1,000. Support over 70 local vendors, get in the festive spirit, hang out with Santa Claus himself, and finish up all your holiday shopping.
The $1,000 drawing will be at 2 p.m. on Dec. 17. You must be present to win.
You can enter the drawing by shopping at La Veta Mercantile, Rocky Mountain Trading Company in Trinidad, Robin’s Boutique in Trinidad, the Grandote Golf Course restaurants – The Peaks at Grandote and the Grandote Grill, La Veta Inn, Lokal Burger in La Veta and the Walsenburg Mercantile. Tickets are given out per individual business discretion. For more information on how to become a participating business and sponsor the Kringle Market please call Debi Sporleder at 719-989-1501.
Kringle Market vendors wanted
OUR WORLD — We are still looking for local vendors and crafters to participate in the market on December 17. There is a $10 booth fee and you will join over 80 vendors who will be there when the $1,000 cash is given away at 2pm. For more information about having your own booth including, set up and tear down times, please email Judy at mercantilewalsenburg@gmail.com.
SCCOG Board Meeting
OUR WORLD—The South Central Council of Governments next board meeting (open to public) is scheduled on Thursday, Dec. 8, 1 p.m. Contact Donna Sue at SCCOG at 719-845-1133 X223 for zoom link if you would like to join the meeting.
HUERFANO
Plant a Book at La Veta Library
LA VETA— This holiday season help us grow the La Veta Library’s children’s book collection. Planting a book in the library’s collection is a great and easy way to honor a friend or relative. A dedication bookplate will be placed inside one of our pre-selected books and you can choose a card to give to your special person. Plant a Book begins December 1st. All dedications are $15.00. Contact us at 742-3572 for more information. You can view the books on our website lvpl.org and use the PayPal option to purchase or come in to the library.
12 Days of Giving tonight
HUERFANO— Please join us for the 5th Annual Non-Profit & Business Holiday Giving Celebrations. Donate online beginning Thursday, Dec. 1 through Monday, Dec 12 at www.SPBA.Huerfano.org or in person on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center in Walsenburg. A “Taste of Spanish Peaks Country” treats and samples from local eateries will be provided. Sponsored by the Spanish Peaks Business Alliance.
Trauma Informed Yoga
WALSENBURG— Trauma Informed Yoga is a loose low impact form of stretches that incorporate grounding, security and embodiment. Ruth Heal (yoga instructor) co-facilitates with Travis Maes (Peer Recovery Specialist) invite anyone that would like to attend free of charge, every Thursday from 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. at The Crossroads Turning Points building at 615 Russell Ave. Walsenburg. Please call Travis at 719-621-8323 for availability and possible cancellations.
First Time Homebuyer Class
WALSENBURG— Why rent when you can buy? Join us on Thursday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg for our First Time Homebuyers class. Classes are free and all materials are provided at no charge. For more information and to register please visit www.NWSOCO.org Code of The West will provide lunch, all attendees are welcome whether they are working with an agent already or not at all.
The Road to Santiago – A spiritual Journey
LA VETA— Janine Rose planned her pilgrimage to Santiago for years and when the day finally arrived, the journey was more than she could have imagined, but not for the reasons you might think! Join us at the LaVeta Library on Thursday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. as Janine shares the story of the spiritual journey of a lifetime Come be inspired, challenged and uplifted by her amazing tale. As always, free with delicious refreshments.
Redhawks Christmas Program
LA VETA— La Veta Elementary school will be presenting a Christmas program in the Redhawks gym on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. Preschool, elementary and middle school music students will be performing after a three-year hiatus. The program, under the direction of Cheryl Shults, will feature singers, keyboard players, beanbag tossers, cup passers and tennis ball bouncers. The program is free and open to the public.
Two Peaks Fitness Fun Fridays
LA VETA— This Friday, Dec. 9th, Two Peaks Fitness Fun Fridays travels to the trampoline park in Pueblo. We will leave Two Peaks at 9:30 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. Bring a lunch and some thick socks. Cost is $15 for non gym members and $10 for gym members. Scholarships are available. Call Sher at the gym 719 742-3555 to sign up. Spaces are limited. There must be an adult present when we leave and return so your kiddo can be signed in/out. Get your bounce on!
Flicks at the Library
WALSENBURG— Friday, Dec. 9, 1:30 p.m. the Spanish Peaks Library presents Flicks at the library. Come join us for Nightmare Before Christmas. You bring your drinks and we provide the movie and POPCORN! Children under 12, must have an adult. Spanish Peaks Library is located at 415 Walsen Ave, Walsenburg.
Learn About Leathercraft
WALSENBURG—Are you interested in learning about working with leather? The Huerfano County 4-H program is hosting an introductory workshop on Friday, Dec. 9, 3 – 4:30 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center Take home a leather bookmark you decorated! Open to all ages. For information, call 719-738-3000, Ext. 131. Walk-ins are welcome.
Trivia Night with LVPL
LA VETA— Join La Veta Public Library for our next Trivia Night, Friday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m. at Mountain Merman Brewery. Five rounds, five questions each round, up to five people on each team. No electronic devices allowed-this will result in immediate team disqualification. There is no charge to participate in trivia. First place team wins $25 off their tab, second place wins $15 off their tab, third place wins $10 off their tab. This week’s theme is “Holiday Cliches” with rounds: Snow What?, Winter Sports, Holiday Movies, Holiday Music, Holiday Traditions Near and Far.
Weekend movies at the FOX
WALSENBURG— The historic Fox Theatre’s weekend movie is Devotion (PG-13) A pair of U.S. Navy fighter pilots risk their lives during the Korean War and become some of the Navy’s most celebrated wingmen. Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. Adults $7, Students $6, Children (5-12) & Seniors $5.
Holiday Craft Fair
WALSENBURG—Huerfano Nursery and Garden will be hosting a Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artists will be selling gifts, home decor, jewelry, yard art, and more just in time for Christmas! Shop local, shop small, and help us celebrate local talent this holiday season. Located at 704 Walsen Avenue in Walsenburg.
Christmas Craft Fair
WALSENBURG— Join us on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. for our Christmas Craft Fair. We will be spread across two locations, My One Hour Office, 523 Main, Walsenburg and Healing Arts Therapeutics, 527 Main, Walsenburg. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact Mary Jo at My One Hour Office, 719-249-5766.
Tom Munch Christmas
LA VETA— Saturday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. at La Veta Mercantile, 300 S Main St, La Veta. Tom Munch brings his much loved Christmas show to the La Veta Mercantile on December 10. He has brought a blend of Southwest-Folk-Jazz to southern Colorado’s music scene for over 3 decades. $15 advance tickets, $18 day of show. https://www.simpletix.com/e/tom-munch-christmas-tickets-102553
Tech Tuesday at SPLD
WALSENBURG— Tuesday, Dec. 13, 5 p.m. Are you concerned about cyber security? Do you need information on video conferencing? Join us at Spanish Peaks Library, 415 Walsen Ave, Walsenburg in the meeting room for Tech Tuesday, a digital learning program sponsored by the Public Library Association (PLA) and AT&T.
HCRC Christmas Party
WALSENBURG— Join the Huerfano GOP for their Christmas Party on Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 6 – 8 p.m. Please bring a small dessert and join the party at 521 Main St, Walsenburg.
Celebrate Recovery
WALSENBURG— Celebrate Recovery is a biblical and balanced program that helps overcome hurts, habits and hang-ups of all sorts and shapes. People familiar with Alcoholics Anonymous and other recovery groups will recognize the format. Celebrate Recovery acknowledges God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 Steps and 8 Recovery Principles that facilitate true life transformation. If you wish to attend, you don’t need to be a Christian or a member of Praise. There’s no pre-registration or sign-ups & no need to bring anything except a willingness to grow & change. Join us on the journey to freedom Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. with a meal from 5:30 – 6 p.m. Praise Church Walsenburg 311 W 4th St 719-738-1822.
Trivia with SPLD
WALSENBURG— Wednesday, Dec. 14, 6 p.m. Join your favorite librarians at the 2nd street Bar and Grill located at the Walsenburg Golf Course for Trivia Night! Teams of up to 6, winning table receives $20 off table tab. Categories can be found on the website www.spld.org or follow us on Facebook! Don’t Forget Your Spanish Peaks Library Card to receive one bonus point per card!
American Legion Post 16 meeting
WALSENBURG— Huerfano Post 16 of The American Legion will have their monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 14, 6 p.m. at the Walsenburg Housing Authority Office, 220 Russell Ave. in Walsenburg. The Veterans Trust Fund (Veterans helping Veterans) is underway and you can find out more about this program at the meeting. All Veterans are invited and encouraged to attend the meeting. This will be the last meeting of the year and we will be discussing plans and activities for 2023. If you have any questions, please call Dave Rogers 719-738-9965.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
WALSENBURG— Friends of the Library Book and Bake Sale, Thursday, Dec 15 and Friday, Dec 16, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Join us at the Spanish Peaks Library in Walsenburg for our quarterly Book Sale, including a bake sale for December! Mystery, Suspense, Horror, Gardening, Cooking, Westerns, whatever your fancy, we probably have something to spark your interest.
Christmas Crafting
WALSENBURG— Join us for free Christmas crafting on Thursday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m. at the Walsenburg Housing Authority. This will be the last gathering of El Arte de Nuestros Abuelos for 2022. We will be painting a cute 3-D wooden Christmas cut-out with Sandy Johnston. Please bring a dozen cookies for our cookie exchange. Please contact Sandy at 719-989-8438 to RSVP or for more information.
Mistletoe Bingo Fundraiser at The Peaks at Grandote
LA VETA— Thursday, Dec. 15, 5 – 8 p.m. This is a fundraiser to benefit La Veta Trails and wish Jeffer Wingate of the U.S. Forest Service La Veta Office a happy retirement. Corrine Cordon, the new owner of Grandote Golf Course, and The Peaks at Grandote restaurant, is hosting a buffet dinner at $25, which includes tax and tip with one complimentary bingo card included. Reserve your buffet tickets at https://playgrandote.com/dining/ or call 719-999-7529. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. and bingo cards are $5 each plus $1 per card for the final round of blackout bingo. There will be three cash prize games, plus donated game prizes.
Huerfano Fair Board Meeting
HUERFANO— The Huerfano County 4-H Fair Board will hold a special meeting on Thursday, Dec. 15, 6 p.m., at the Huerfano County Fairgrounds located at 401 Moore Street, La Veta, to fill a board seat vacancy. You must be present to run for the position.
Sangre de Cristo Vocal Arts Ensemble Christmas Cantata
HUERFANO—The Sangre de Cristo Vocal Arts Ensemble presents “CHRISTMAS IS A JOYFUL NOISE!” in three of our favorite venues; Friday, Dec. 16, 6 p.m., at the La Veta United Methodist Church, 416 S. Main St, La Veta; Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, 6 p.m. at Villa Jubilee, 3001 County Rd. 330, Walsenburg, please call for directions 719-742-5333 and Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 121, E. 7th Street, Walsenburg. Please join us to be uplifted into the Joy of Christmas in Scripture and Song. As always, admission is free. Be sure to join us after each concert for a festive spread of cookies and cider. We’re so happy to be making a joyful noise for you! Merry Christmas.
Gingerbread Bash!
WALSENBURG— Saturday, Dec. 17, 2:30 p.m. “Gingerbread Bash” is a super fun, hands-on way for the whole family to celebrate the Christmas season together! We’ll make a gingerbread nativity, play games, hear the Christmas story from the Bible, and discover that sometimes the greatest gift comes in the most ordinary box. Santa will be there, too, with a gift for every child! There’ll also be a special place where kids can pick a gift to give to someone else, and even wrap it! (and a special place where grown-ups can pick up a few stocking stuffers for free). Hosted by Praise Church, 311 W 4th St, Walsenburg. Register on our Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/5eHmbElVM To register by phone or for more information call: (719) 738-1822, or email: walsenburg@pueblopraise.org
La Veta Holiday Blessing: A Bell Ringing Procession
LA VETA— Wednesday, Dec. 21, 4:30 p.m. The sound of a bell welcomes peace, happiness and wisdom. We will meet at the La Veta Town Park pavilion to start the procession around town. At the end, we’ll gather ’round the fire outside The Mountain Merman Brewery on Main for hot chocolate and cookies. If you like, wear festive or vintage clothing. Come celebrate miracles. This event is gracefully sponsored by the La Veta Creative District.
Diaper Bundle and gently used clothing distribution day
WALSENBURG— The Hula Early Childhood Council is hosting a free diaper bundle and gently used clothing distribution event in Huerfano County on Thursday, Dec. 22 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Huerfano County Community Center. For more information or to donate call the HuLA Early Childhood Council at 719-845-0463.
LAS ANIMAS
Shop Local Shop Small
TRINIDAD— Trinidad and Las Animas County Chamber of Commerce presents Shop Local Shop Small. Starting Monday, Nov. 14 and ending Saturday, Dec. 24, participating businesses will be giving out tokens to costumers when they spend $25 or more on a given transaction. After customers receive 4 tokens they will be able to register for a grand prize. For more information and a list of participating businesses please visit www.tlacchamber.org
Home Lighting Tours
TRINIDAD— The city of Trinidad and the Tourism Board will be hosting the Annual Home Lighting Tours aboard the Trolley beginning Thursday, Dec. 1. The tours will run at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. every Thursday – Sunday until Dec. 23rd. Trolley pick up this year at 234 N. Commercial St. in front of Frank Images. The Tourism Trailer also will be on site to hand out free hot cocoa and hot apple cider and gift bags for the kiddos.
It’s a Wonderful Life- live radio
TRINIDAD— Join us at Main St. Live, 131 West Main St in Trinidad for It’s a Wonderful Life. Based on the story “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940’s radio show broadcast. The story of idealistic, desperate George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. An angel is sent from Heaven to help him by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed. “Teacher says, ‘Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.’ “ Friday, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. – Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m.
Poetry and Literary Festival
TRINIDAD— The Corazón de Trinidad Creative District will proudly present the fourth annual Poetry and Literary Festival, A Solstice Celebration: as dark turns to light, in Trinidad. Join us Thursday Dec. 8- Saturday, Dec 10 at the newly opened Commons at Space to Create, 218 W Main Street. Friday begins the festival with a reception from 5 – 6 p.m. to meet the authors who will present Saturday workshop and will read from the current works. Saturday, workshops will be held from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Workshop presenters include Kim Krisco, poet SETH, Jovan Mays, David Anthony Martin, Petra Perkins, Tom Nordgren, and Dustin Hyman, all Colorado writers. The workshops will be followed by an authors marketplace, where you can visit with published writers and purchase books. The festival will close with readings by workshop participants.Ticket purchase and detailed scheduling is available on the website www.trinidadcreativedistrict.org.
Santa Paws
TRINIDAD— Join us at the Trinidad Community Center on Friday, Dec. 9, 12 – 5 p.m. for Santa Paws. Bring your human kids and furry kids for pictures with Santa. Sponsored by Noah’s Ark Animal Welfare Association.
Family story time and crafts
TRINIDAD— The Trinidad Carnegie Public Library hosts Family Storytime and Crafts every second Friday of each month. Join us Friday, Dec. 9 from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. for storytime and stay for crafting!
Open house showcases work by TSC construction classes
TRINIDAD— Trinidad State will host a literal open house, showcasing work done by Construction Technology students over the last year and a half. Students started working on a dilapidated house in March of last year, expanding it by about 400 square feet, adding a bathroom and moving the kitchen. Students did nearly all the work, including demolition, concrete, framing, roofing, sheetrock, painting and finish work. They also assisted subcontractors with electrical and plumbing. The public can see the results on Friday, Dec. 9, 1-4 p.m. at 926 Stonewall Ave.
How the Grinch Found Christmas
TRINIDAD— First Christian Church is proud to present it’s Christmas Play “How the Grinch Found Christmas”. Join us on Friday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. and learn the real meaning of Christmas. Located at 200 Walnut Ave, Trinidad.
Swap Meet Saturday
TRINIDAD— Join us on Saturday, Dec. 10, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. for Swap Meet Saturday. All vendors are welcome to join us at Flo-Jo’s Event Hall, 125 N. Chestnut. Seed and plant exchanges are encouraged. Vendors email: trinidadartist@gmail.com for vendor application and registration form. We are holding a food drive for the Somebody Cares Project. Collections of non-perishable items will be accepted at ALL winter market events at Flo-Jo’s Event Hall. Presented by 4:20 Events | Alikat Designs, LLC.
Free Throw Contest
TRINIDAD—Come join us at Trinidad Middle School gym for the Local Round of the National Elks Hoop Shoot. Kids from 8-13 years old can come down to shoot on Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. You will have a chance to get your name in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Candy Cane hunt and pictures with the Grinch
TRINIDAD— Grinch at Kit Carson Park followed by Open House at Trinidad Youth Club- 204 E. Kansas, on Saturday, Dec. 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. co-sponsored by Southern Colorado Family Center and Trinidad Carnegie Library. Our candy cane hunt will start at 11a.m. Our local library will read a Christmas story right after the hunt. After the story, join us for an assortment of Christmas crafts. Don’t forget, we will have Santa and the Grinch. Any questions please call Julie Mattorano at 719-251-6509.
Santa Bazaar
TRINIDAD— Saturday, Dec 10, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Old School House Reception Venue, 2221 CR 71.4 will be hosting the Santa Bazaar. Get all your holiday gift shopping done in one place. Bring the kids to take pictures with Santa, 1 -3 p.m. and have them printed for $1.
Christmas at the Marketplace
TRINIDAD— The Marketplace announces its inaugural Pictures with the Grinch event to celebrate local families and the holiday spirit. The public is invited to visit the Marketplace, 326 N. Commercial St., on Dec. 10 and 11, between the hours of noon. and 3 p.m. for children to meet the Grinch and receive a special gift.
Attendees are encouraged to shop the various Marketplace food vendors, who will be offering festive menu items for purchase or discounts on both days. Participating food establishments include AlMack’s Kitchen, Trinidad Roasting CO., M2 Café and Deli, Free Duh Greens!, Trinidad Waffle Company and 3 Sisters Frybread.
Concert at Methodist Church
TRINIDAD— Join Methodist Church, 216 Broom St in Trinidad for a praise and worship Christmas Concert. Everyone is welcome to join us on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. and we hope you sing a long with us!
Philosophy Café
TRINIDAD— This month’s Philosophy Café is on Monday, Dec. 12, at 5 p.m. The topic is: The Aesthetics of Everyday Life. This will be a remote meeting via Zoom Meeting, and you must register to join http://bit.ly/3P3ny5m.
Photography tips, tricks at TCPL
TRINIDAD— If you want to take better photos this holiday season, come to the library for tips to help you make it happen. Join us Wednesday, Dec. 14, 4 – 5 p.m., downstairs in the Community room at the Carnegie Public Library in Trinidad. This event is free and open to the public, so feel free to pass the word on. I hope to see you there.
Winter Wonderland Party
TRINIDAD— Please join us for a Winter Wonderland Party on Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 4 – 8 p.m. at Tri Peak Theaters, 3600 E Main St. in Trinidad. This event is in collaboration with ABC disability Support Group, The CPW, Trinidad Ambulance District, Trinidad Fire District, SCDDS and sponsored by Faragosi Farms. To RSVP please call 719-220-4558.
Christmas Concert
TRINIDAD— Mt. Carmel presents its Youth Choir Christmas Concert on Friday, Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m. Join us at Mt. Carmel Chapel, 911 Robinson Ave, Trinidad, and enjoy the holiday music.
Family Literacy Night
TRINIDAD— Family Literacy Night at Carnegie Public Library, come to the library to explore, learn, and make something together on Friday Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m. All attendees will have the chance to enter to win a door prize. Snacks will be provided.
Las Posadas
TRINIDAD— Las Animas County Hispanic Chamber and Southern Colorado Coal Miner’s Museum will be hosting Las Posadas on Friday, Dec. 16, 5:30 p.m. beginning at the Coal Miners Museum, 219 W. Main St., Las Posadas is a celebration that represents the difficulties that Joseph and Mary, the mother of Jesus, faced in search of a room when traveling to Bethlehem.
Groups of children and adults go from house to house singing traditional songs requesting lodging (posada). We will have live music and go to different businesses on Main Street and Commercial St. ending back at the museum. We welcome anyone who would like to be a part of Las Posadas either by dressing up or as part of the procession. We would love for you to join us! If you have questions, please call Yolanda Romero 719-846-8234 or
Desiree Duran 719-845-7839.
Club Q Benefit & Drag Show
TRINIDAD— We are deeply saddened by the senseless tragedy at Club Q in Colorado Springs. While we cannot change what happened, we can offer support and love through the benefit concert on Friday, Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. at The Well Hotel & Taproom, proudly presented by the LGBTQIA+ Community of Trinidad, Colorado. Please join us for a night of LIVE music by local musicians, drag shows featuring Club Q Colorado Springs performers, food, drinks, raffles and a Silent Auction. The $5 cover and all other
proceeds go directly to the victims & families. LBGTQIA+ of Trinidad provides a safe space for all community members and prides itself on creating understanding, acceptance and love right here in Trinidad, Colorado! The Well will donate every dollar spent on food or drink to the victims and families.
Photos with Santa
TRINIDAD— Photos with Santa to benefit the Trinidad Art Fest. on Saturday, Dec. 17, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Santa will be ready for you, the kids and your pets to the Well Hotel & Tap Room, 155 E Main Street in Trinidad. Pictures start at $10 and all proceed go to Trinidad Art Festival. There will be live music by Jace Baribeau and the photography is donated by Sonder Colorado.
Parade of Lights
AGUILAR— Saturday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. the Town of Aguilar will have their annual Parade of Lights. Everyone is encouraged to get their entry ready for this fun event. Line up at the Navajo Service Station at Main & Fir St. by 6 p.m. The parade will be led by Santa & Mrs. Santa, go west on Main St. as usual, turn around and go east for a second look! Santa will then be available at the Aguilar Community Center for visits & photos with children of all ages. They will receive Christmas candy and a gift bag. Hot cocoa & cookies will be available to all. Sponsored by Friends of Aguilar, The American Legion Post 42 & Women’s Auxiliary, The Maddox Ranch, The Sammataro Family, and Town of Aguilar. For more info call Deb -719-680-0861
Pictures with Santa
TRINIDAD— On Sunday, Dec. 18, 1 – 3 p.m. the Las Animas County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Pictures with Santa. Santa will be at the Southern Colorado Coal Miners Museum for pictures for all the good boys and girls. This is a free event but donations are always much appreciated. Please bring your own phone or camera. We will also have hot chocolate and goodies for sale.
Christmas with Santa
TRINIDAD— L&R Entertainment & Tri Peak Theaters presents Christmas with Santa, Sunday Dec. 18, 3 p.m. Christmas music, gifts for children, refreshments and so much more! Join us at Tri Peaks Theaters, 3600 E Main St, Trinidad. For more information please call Linda at 719-680-8887.
Mt. Carmel Youth Orchestra Christmas Concert
TRINIDAD— Join us for our annual Youth Orchestra Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m. at the Mt. Carmel Wellness & Community Center. For more information please call 719-845-4894
Diaper Bundle and gently used clothing distribution day
TRINIDAD— The HuLA Early Childhood Council is hosting a free diaper bundle and gently used clothing distribution event in Las Animas County on Tuesday, Dec. 20 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Las Animas County Fair Grounds. For more information or to donate call the HuLA Early Childhood Council at 719-845-0463.
COLFAX
Breakfast with Santa
SPRINGER— Join us at the Springer Senior Center, 504 Maxwell Ave on Saturday, Dec. 10, 8 – 10 a.m. and enjoy a free pancake breakfast with Santa Clause. Photos with Santa will also be available for $10. Prizes will be awarded in an ugly sweater contest and gingerbread house building competition. Please bring an unwrapped toy to participate in the competitions. Please contact Erica Baca at 719-859-3667 or visit www.springerareaevent.com for more information.
All Aboard! Movie Night at Shuler
RATON— All Aboard! Get ready for a magical night at the Shuler in Raton. Doors open at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11 and the movie starts at 4pm. Free milk and cookie at the door. And of course, bring a blanket and wear your most cozy pajamas! Contest for most festive pajama. Take your picture with a polar bear! Free entry, all donations go towards City of Bethlehem. Chance at $1 raffle tickets for gift basket prize. Concessions are available for purchase.
Christmas Light Parade
CIMARRON— Join us on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. for our annual Christmas Light Parade hosted by the Cimarron Chamber of Commerce. Line up begins at 5: 15 p.m. in front of Family Dollar. Join us after at the park for our Holiday Market. Santa and Mrs. Clause will be giving out presents to the children. Music by DJ Bang, food for sale by CHS Cookies plus hot chocolate and so much more!
A Christmas Carol
RATON— Santa Fe Trail School for the Performing Arts presents Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol at the Historic Shuler Theater. Tickets are $10 unless you come in period costume, then $5. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Showtimes are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15, 16 & 17 at 7 p.m. and Sunday Dec. 18 at 2 p.m.
Springer Holiday Happenings
SPRINGER— Friday, Dec. 16, Lights of Enchantment Challenge Tour. Come cast your vote for the best home and best business lighting display. Tour van leaves at 6 p.m. from Museum Park. For more details visit www.SpringerAreaEvents.com. Saturday, Dec. 17 is the Springer Parade of Lights. Come enjoy our lighted vehicles and floats with prizes to be awarded following the parade at Museum Park.
Audubon’s 123rd Annual Christmas Bird Count
RATON—The National Audubon Society invites birdwatchers to participate in the longest-running community science survey, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC). On Saturday, Dec. 17, volunteer birders and nature enthusiasts in Raton will take part in this tradition, many rising before dawn to participate. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome to contribute to this fun, nationwide community science project. Each individual count is performed in a circle 15 miles wide. The volunteers break up into small parties and follow assigned routes, counting every bird they see. Some people also watch feeders instead of following routes. Interested volunteers must arrange in advance to participate. To sign up, please contact Scott Chalmers at 505-490-3507 or email scott.chalmers@emnrd.gov.
Christmas on the Chicorica
RATON— Enjoy a walk amongst a farolitos-lit trail along Sugarite Canyon State Park’s Chicorica Creek on Saturday, Dec. 17, 5 – 8 p.m. Warm beverages and cookies will be available at the Visitor Center. Telescopic, cloud cover permitting. Please call 575-445-5607 for more information.