Area Events

Raton Regional Aquatic Center hosts a New Year’s Eve Party from 9pm, Thursday, December 31st to 1am, Friday, January 1st   Come swim in the New Year!  $5 admission fee applies.www.ratonrecreation.com

New Mexico State Parks will sponsor free, guided hikes in 19 state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America's State Parks First Day Hikes initiative in all 50 states. The 2016 First Day Hike at Sugarite Canyon State Park begins at 11 am at the Lake Maloya Trailhead. This ranger-led, one-hour…

The Raton Museum is featuring its exhibit "Christmas Through the Ages, for All Ages" through January 9th.Hours at the Museum:Wednesday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm.

The Raton Museum is featuring its exhibit "Christmas Through the Ages, for All Ages" through January 9th.Hours at the Museum:Wednesday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm.

"Shades of the Southwest"Northeastern New Mexico - Southeastern ColoradoYouth Art Show*Raton, New Mexico 2016January 11th - January 30thOld Pass Art Gallery, 145 South First Street, Raton NMReception:  Friday, January 22nd, 3 pm -5 pm *Submission Deadline:  Submissions are due by 2 pm Saturday, January 9th at the historic Old Pass Gallery.  Youth…

“Shades of the Southwest” is the Northeastern New Mexico - Southeastern Colorado Youth Art Show that will be on display at the Old Pass Gallery from January 12th – January 30th in Raton, New Mexico.  Sponsored by the City of Raton Department of Parks and Recreation and the Raton Arts and Humanities CouncilOld Pass Art Gallery145 South…

Social Dance Lessons taught by Joe Rodman for 12 weeks begin Wednesday, January 13th, 6 pm at the Raton Convention Center. Come and learn:  Line Dances, Line of Dance, Dance Floor Etiquette, Dance Frame, Two Step, Waltz, Four Count Swing, Polka, Electric Slide, Rumba, Rancheria & more.$55/single $90/couple.Contact: Raton Department of…

COLFAX COUNTY YOUNG MARINES -WANT YOU- TO JOIN CLASS 2016! Meet them on Saturday, January 16, 2016 from Noon until 1:00 p.m. to learn more. FOR BOYS AND GIRLS AGE 8 TO 18 YEARS OF AGE RECRUIT TRAINING BEGINS JANUARY 30, 2016CONTACT THE UNIT COMMANDER FOR MORE INFORMATION.FACEBOOK: COLFAX COUNTY YOUNG MARINESUNIT COMMANDER Mr. Griego 575-707-0252ADJUTANT Christina…

“Shades of the Southwest” is the Northeastern New Mexico - Southeastern Colorado Youth Art Show on display at the Old Pass Gallery from January 12th – January 30th in Raton, New Mexico. Old Pass Art Gallery, 145 South First Street, Raton NM

“Shades of the Southwest” is the Northeastern New Mexico - Southeastern Colorado Youth Art Show on display at the Old Pass Gallery from January 12th – January 30th in Raton, New Mexico. Old Pass Art Gallery, 145 South First Street, Raton NMReception:  Friday, January 22nd, 3 pm -5 pm 

Social Dance Lessons taught by Joe Rodman Wednesdays (through March) at 6 pm at the Raton Convention Center. Come and learn:  Line Dances, Line of Dance, Dance Floor Etiquette, Dance Frame, Two Step, Waltz, Four Count Swing, Polka, Electric Slide, Rumba, Rancheria & more.$55/single $90/couple.Contact: Raton Department of Parks and…

The 3rd Annual Mid-Winter Women’s Conference is January 22nd and January 23rd at First United Methodist Church in Raton This year's conference is themed, “Connections” and will feature Reverend Raquel Mull as the guest speaker. Deadline to reserve your space is Monday, January 18, 2016. Registration fee of $25 includes event,…

Raton Arts and Humanities invite the public to a reception for "Shades of the Southwest" Northeastern New Mexico – Southeastern Colorado Youth Art Show on Friday, January 22nd from 3 pm - 5 pm at the Old Pass Art Gallery. The Youth Art Show will be displayed from January 12th through January 30th.  Brought to…

The Carnegie Public Library in Trinidad will host a  Local Celebrity Adult Spelling BeeFriday, January 22nd from 5:00 pm until about 7:00 pm. Contestants include Trinidadcelebrities Pat Fletcher and Les Downs and others. Come cheer on your favoritespeller. Refreshments served. The event is free and open to the public. Call 719-846-6841 for more information.

“Shades of the Southwest” is the Northeastern New Mexico - Southeastern Colorado Youth Art Show on display at the Old Pass Gallery from January 12th – January 30th in Raton, New Mexico. Old Pass Art Gallery, 145 South First Street, Raton NM

“Shades of the Southwest” is the Northeastern New Mexico - Southeastern Colorado Youth Art Show on display at the Old Pass Gallery from January 12th – January 30th in Raton, New Mexico. Old Pass Art Gallery, 145 South First Street, Raton NM

Social Dance Lessons taught by Joe Rodman Wednesdays (through March) at 6 pm at the Raton Convention Center. Come and learn:  Line Dances, Line of Dance, Dance Floor Etiquette, Dance Frame, Two Step, Waltz, Four Count Swing, Polka, Electric Slide, Rumba, Rancheria & more.$55/single $90/couple.Contact: Raton Department of Parks and…

Classic Night at the Movies presents The Lion King (1994) at El Raton Movie Theatre on Wednesday, January 27th at 7 pm. The Lion King is an epic, animated, musical film released by Walt Disney Pictures. The story takes place in a kingdom of lions in Africa, and was influenced by William Shakespeare's Hamlet.…

Raton Arts & Humanities Council is accepting original artwork for "Through His Eyes" (Featuring all Male artists):Accepting up to 5 pieces of original artwork* on Thurs. & Fri., 28th and 29th from 10 am to 4 pm at the Old Pass Gallery*$10 entry fee per piece or $5/piece for RAHC Members (Hanging…

First Baptist Church and Pure Flix Movie Ministry are providing a “free” movie matinee for the community. Movie: “Hope Bridge” Where: El Raton Movie Theater When: Saturday, January 30th at 2:00 p.m. Here's the trailer from Youtube:  https://youtu.be/Di5gRmQvk4c