The Raton Museum will host a new exhibit from July 28th through September 26th: “Red or Green?” The Origins and Cultural Significance of the Chile Pepper in New Mexico. Press Release from New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, LAS CRUCES: It may not be from New Mexico originally, but…
Classic Night at the Movies presents Windtalkers* (2002) at El Raton Movie Theatre on Wednesday, July 29th at 7 pm. FREE!! Donations gratefully accepted for the Colfax County Young Marines. Sponsored by KRTN, El Raton Theatre and Raton Natural Gas. Windtalkers* is a 2002 American war film starring Nicolas Cage, Adam Beach,…
Memorial Ride for Pete Reid Thurs., July 30th 9:00 am - Riders will meet at the Oasis Restaurant. (Ride starts at 9:30 am.) Then riders will go to the Yaksich-Long Funeral Homefor Pete’s service. (Service is next Thurs., July 30th at 11 am)
Santa Fe Trail School for the Performing Arts continues its Professional Summer Season with Boeing-Boeing on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, July 30th through August 1st at 7:30 pm and Sunday, August 2nd at 2:30 pm at the historic Shuler Theater in Raton. It’s the 1960s, and swinging bachelor Bernard couldn't be happier:…
St. Patrick’s – St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Annual Fiesta in Raton. Friday, July 31st, 6:30 pm: BBQ (Advance Tickets $8 adults /$4 kids. Add $1 per ticket if purchased at the door) and Open-mike Karaoke Saturday, August 1st, 6:30 am: Fiesta 5K Walk/Run ($20 pre-registration / $25 day of event and must register 5:30 am…
Weekend Programs! July 31-August 2, 2015 Sugarite Canyon State Park FRIDAY: 6 p.m. Campfire Speaker! Soda Pocket Amphitheater. Join Sara Kowalski as she talks about the geology of the area. Rainy Weather? Mule Barn. SATURDAY: 9 a.m. Coffee at the Campground! Lake Alice Campground. Join us for coffee, hot chocolate, & doughnuts. 7 p.m. Riding the Range! Soda Pocket…
The 6th Annual Maverick Ranch Rodeo is Saturday, August 1st at Maverick Rodeo Grounds in Cimarron, New Mexico. Aug 1st, 2015 Saturday 10:00am Grand Entry will kick off at 10:00am Sanctioned by: WRCA Head on out and enjoy all the rodeo fun and excitement! Working Ranch Cowboys Association Phone: (806) 374-9722 Website: http://wrca.org/…
Raton Farmers' Market operates on Historic 1st Street, Saturdays from 1:00 pm until they sell out. The market will continue through the final Fall Harvest. Locally grown foods and other locally produced products. The last Saturday Market will be on October 3rd. Vendors may contact Randi 575-445-8224
Worship services on top of Johnson Mesa (HWY 72) with guest speakers for each Sunday's message. August 2nd at 3 pm (AUGUST 9th is the Annual Picnic with noon meal and worship service to follow.)
Celebrating the 72nd year of the Colfax County Fair! 4H and FFA Livestock Show BBQ, Rodeo and Dance Jr. Livestock Sale Parade Indoor Exhibits Entertainment and much more! Pick up your copy of the 2015 Fair Book (with schedule of events) at local businesses, or go online at www.colfaxcountyfair.org
The Raton Museum will host a new exhibit from July 28th through September 26th: “Red or Green?” The Origins and Cultural Significance of the Chile Pepper in New Mexico. Press Release from New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, LAS CRUCES: It may not be from New Mexico originally, but…
"New Mexico True" Tour is headed to Raton! Free Workshop with NM Tourism Secretary Rebecca Latham and the NM Tourism Department on Thursday, August 6th from 9 am until 11 am at the Isabel Castillo Performing Arts Center (next door to the Shuler Theater).
BENEFIT CONCERT FOR U.S. TROOP CHARITIES Trop Rock/Nashville Recording Artist SAM RAINWATER Friday, August 7, 2015, 6 pm - 8pm Eagle Nest, NM – Enjoy an evening of Trop Rock music (made famous by Jimmy Buffet) on a summer night at Golden Eagle RV Park, while helping to support those who…
Tax Holiday Back to School Tax Free Holiday Coming soon to a retail store near you is the annual New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax Holiday. This year it’s August 7-9, and if you have school-age children, it’s nothing short of a bonanza. For that weekend the state suspends collection of gross receipts tax…
The Folsom Museum will sponsor two tours of the Folsom Man Archaeological Site at 8 am and 1 pm. There is no charge for each tour, and lunch will be provided. Please call or email the Folsom Museum to reserve your space.
Miners Colfax Medical Center invites the public to join them for fun, food and celebration as they open the new Primary Care Clinic at 203 Hospital Drive in Raton on Saturday, August 8th 11 am to 2 pm. Barbeque, tours and meet the practioners.
A Blood Drive in Memory of Mary Jo Sanchez will be held at the Colfax County Fairgrounds on Sat., August 8th from 11:30 AM – 3 PM. Contact Melissa Sanchez-Cruz at 575-643-9210.
Raton Farmers' Market operates on Historic 1st Street, Saturdays from 1:00 pm until they sell out. The market will continue through the final Fall Harvest. Locally grown foods and other locally produced products. The last Saturday Market will be on October 3rd. Vendors may contact Randi 575-445-8224
Capulin, NM– Capulin Volcano National Monument will be celebrating its 99th Birthday on Sunday, August 9th and will host its third annual Summer Market from 10 am to 3 pm. Area artisans will be selling locally harvested and artisanal food items such as honey, handmade soaps, baked goods, fresh produce, jams, herbs, and crafts. Lunch can be…
Registration Closes August 9. 2015 today for MASTER OF THE MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE RACE/RELAY (M.O.M.) September 11-12, 2015 Master of the Mountains Adventure Race/Relay challenges competitors across the country to come and prove they truly are the MASTER OF THE MOUNTAINS. Run through the rugged terrain of Sugarite Canyon State Park in Northeastern New Mexico, paddle…
Worship services on top of Johnson Mesa (HWY 72) with guest speaker for Sunday's message. AUGUST 9th is the Annual Picnic with noon meal and worship service to follow.
2nd & 4th Sundays of each month (through October) Ladies pay $5 (members) or $7 (non-members) which includes clay targets, but not shells.Bring your own shotgun & shells. Sponsored by TSJC.
Raton MainStreet presents music by The Blackwater Draw Band and P.F.G.O.T. at Ripley Park on Sunday, August 9th from 2 pm until 6 pm. Music on MainStreet Concert Series is a free community event that is funded by the Whited Foundation. P.F.G.O.T. is AJ Willson- Vocals Chris "Riff" Segura - Guitar…
Two medical students from UNM have come to Raton to learn about the community and now hope to give back to the area. Lisa Richardson and Francesca Garcia are hosting a short training on Hands Only CPR. There will be a short video, followed by a demonstration and a Question & Answer session.Who…
The Raton Museum will host a new exhibit from July 28th through September 26th: “Red or Green?” The Origins and Cultural Significance of the Chile Pepper in New Mexico. Press Release from New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, LAS CRUCES: It may not be from New Mexico originally, but…
Become a Raton Ambassador and help promote the city in a unique and positive way! If you are looking for ways to make a positive impact on the Raton Community, you may want to consider becoming a Raton Ambassador. As an organization our effort is to present Raton as a vibrant, dynamic…
Lip Sync 2015 offers hometown entertainment and a fundraising opportunity for those in need of diabetic supplies. Eileen Gonzales presents this annual fun event Friday and Saturday, August 14th and 15th at 7 pm at the Shuler Theater. Door prizes! Tickets: General Admission $5, Senior Citizens $4, Ages 12 & under $3.
Zuke Fest! Celebrate the Zucchini and Healthy Eating! - 5K Family Fun Run/Walk: Registration 11 am at the Community Garden. Run starts at 11:30 am. ($5/person and the first 50 participants will receive an event t-shirt!) - Zuke Race: Kids build a zucchini car at 1 pm and…
The Darden Foundation is sponsoring a Dinner/Dance Gala featuring The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra on Saturday, August 15th. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm and the Dance/Show begins at 7 pm at the Raton Convention Center. All tickets are $50 per person which includes a prime rib dinner. Tickets…
Springer Chamber of Commerce presents a Summer Music Concert with Fun & Dancing at Springer Museum Park from 7-9 pm.: Sat., Aug. 15th - Christian Music Group Bring your own lawn chairs. Refreshments available for purchase.
Date: August 15th, Potluck & BBQBENEFIT MILL DANCE - August 15th, 2015CLEVELAND ROLLER MILL MUSEUM Date: August 15, 20154:00pm or so: Potluck & BBQ7:30pm: Dance with The Rifters Don’t miss this Mill Dance at the historic Cleveland Roller Mill Museum. Proceeds benefit the Mill, which is the only flour mill of its…
Raton Farmers' Market operates on Historic 1st Street, Saturdays from 1:00 pm until they sell out. The market will continue through the final Fall Harvest. Locally grown foods and other locally produced products. The last Saturday Market will be on October 3rd. Vendors may contact Randi 575-445-8224
3S Sunday Join the people of the Springer First United Methodist Church for Supper, Songs & Spirituality on Sunday, June 21st; Sunday, July 19th and Sunday, August 16th at 6 p.m. We will have grilled burgers & hot dogs, singing, and a short devotional. Come, let us feed you physically & spiritually! Everyone is welcome!
The Raton Museum will host a new exhibit from July 28th through September 26th: “Red or Green?” The Origins and Cultural Significance of the Chile Pepper in New Mexico. Press Release from New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, LAS CRUCES: It may not be from New Mexico originally, but…
Parents and guardians of all Springer Junior High and High School students are invited to meet the coaches, staff and MESA Advisor at the Back-To-School Ice Cream Social Weds., August 19th at 6:30 pm in the Sim Brown Gymnasium. Student athletes and parents are also required to participate in reviewing…
The BATTLE OF THE BADGES BLOOD DRIVE is coming to the NRA Whittington Center. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 19 from 9am to 2pm in the Shotgun Center. Local Fire and Police personnel will be vying to get the most blood donors. You can schedule a time by clicking…
Great Community Support! Every student who attends will receive spirals, pencils, and a Welcome Bag full of great items! Every student who attends will have a chance at winning backpacks full of school supplies and $50.00 gift certificates! Thank you to all the Sponsors listed on the Flyer! Also, thank you…
There will be a free presentation called "Cleveland Roller Mill: Feeding the Mora Valley" by Donna Howell on Thursday, August 20, 2015, 7:00 PM at the Cleveland Roller Mill Museum. Information 575 387 2645 or call Ron Harvey Jr Lead Interpretive Ranger Fort Union National Monument 505-425-8025 ex. 248
Staff members from U.S. Tom Udall's office will host an upcoming Udall Serving YoU Office Hours in Raton on Thursday, August 20th from 9 am until 10:30 am at the Raton City Commission Chambers (224 Savage Avenue). If you're having problems with a federal agency, Udall Serving YoU open office hours are an opportunity…
Raton Ambassadors invite the public to their Hawaiian Luau on Friday, August 21st, 6:00 pm at the Sweet Shop. This event provides a great opportunity to meet your Raton Ambassadors and learn about their mission and role in our community. Door Prizes and refreshments will be served. Two contests will…
Opening Celebration in Mosquero, New, Mexico on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 11:00 AM with: PARADE (STARTS AT ARENA), CONCESSION AVAILABLE ALL DAY, NON-FOOD VENDORS WELCOME NOON-5:00 PM: BLESSINGS OF ARENA, FLAG PRESENTATION, NATIONAL ANTHEM, INTRODUCTIONS OF FAMILIES, CHILDREN’S PLAY DAY, GOAT ROPING, TEAM ROPING, OLD TIMERS REUNION 5:00-6:00 PM:…
Raton Farmers' Market operates on Historic 1st Street, Saturdays from 1:00 pm until they sell out. The market will continue through the final Fall Harvest. Locally grown foods and other locally produced products. The last Saturday Market will be on October 3rd. Vendors may contact Randi 575-445-8224
Raton MainStreet presents music by The Ben Marshal Band at Ripley Park on Sunday, August 23rd from 2 pm until 5 pm. Music on MainStreet Concert Series is a free community event that is funded by the Whited Foundation. Ben Marshal is taking his life experience and hitting the ground running…
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 7:00 PM UNITED CHURCH OF ANGEL FIRE | $35/$45 Musical Conversations I: The Genius of Bach Enjoy an evening of Musical Conversations in the first concert of a 3-part series. Ida Kavafian and Festival Host Jonathan Coopersmith guide the audience through a musical journey of the miraculous…
Springer First United Methodist Church will Worship Outside the Walls on three Sundays this summer – June 28th, July 26th and August 23rd. On those three Sundays, we will have our regular 11 a.m. worship on the front lawn. Come prepared to show the world that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior! Step outside the…
2nd & 4th Sundays of each month (through October) Ladies pay $5 (members) or $7 (non-members) which includes clay targets, but not shells.Bring your own shotgun & shells. Sponsored by TSJC.
MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 1:00 PM UNITED CHURCH OF ANGEL FIRE | FREE Chamber Music 101 (Part I) Are you new to MFAF? Want to brush up on your knowledge of chamber music? Learn more about the music being performed this season as Jonathan Coopersmith, chair of musical studies at the…
The Raton Museum will host a new exhibit from July 28th through September 26th: “Red or Green?” The Origins and Cultural Significance of the Chile Pepper in New Mexico. Press Release from New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, LAS CRUCES: It may not be from New Mexico originally, but…
Classic Night at the Movies presents Wild Hogs at El Raton Movie Theatre on Wednesday, August 26th at 7 pm. FREE!! Donations gratefully accepted for the Independent Riders. Sponsored by KRTN, El Raton Theatre and Raton Natural Gas. Wild Hogs is a 2007 biker comedy/road film starring Tim Allen, John Travolta, Martin…
THE NEW MEXICO HEALTH SYSTEM INNOVATION (HSI) COMMUNITY INPUT SESSION-COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PLANNING AND COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT for Harding County August 26th, 2015 3PM-5PMRoy Community Building557 Wagon Mound Hwy, Roy, NM 87743Focus Topics Include: What are the major health-related needs in your communityand potential barriers to meeting those needs? What is currently working…
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 1:00 PM ANGEL FIRE COMMUNITY CENTER | FREE Strong>Closer Encounters: Meet the Composer Get up-close-and-personal with the musicians and music being rehearsed in this free open rehearsal. Hear 2015 MFAF Composer-in-Residence, David Ludwig, discuss his newly-written piece. Fun and informal!
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 7:00 PMANGEL FIRE COMMUNITY CENTER | $30/$40A Personal World PremiereCelebrate the birth of a new piece of music written just for Music from Angel Fire, including a special personal touch, by composer David Ludwig. Performed by David’s new bride and former MFAF Young Artist, Bella Hristova along…
You are invited to the Shuter Library in Angel Fire, on August 27th, 5 p.m. for a Multi-media Presentation! Refreshments! and a Book Signing! Author,Doann Houghton-Alico, will bring tales of her spiritual adventure called “Voice of the Voyage” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “Doann shares her dives into coral reefs, her nautical and personal…
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 7:00 PM ILFELD AUDITORIUM, LAS VEGAS | $20 From Spillville, IA to Las Vegas, NM! This program includes the iconic “American” quartet, written by Dvořák written while he was vacationing in the Czech village of Spillville, IA. Truly Made in America! MOZART Quartet in F…
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 1:00 PM UNITED CHURCH OF ANGEL FIRE, ANGEL FIRE | FREE Chamber Music 101 (Part II) Are you new to MFAF? Want to brush up on your knowledge of chamber music? Learn more about the music being performed this season as Jonathan Coopersmith, chair of musical studies…
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 7:00 PM UNITED CHURCH OF ANGEL FIRE, ANGEL FIRE | $35/$45 Musical Conversations II: The Genius of Bach Enjoy an evening of Musical Conversations in the first concert of a 3-part series. Ida Kavafian and Festival Host Jonathan Coopersmith guide the audience through a musical journey of…
Pastor Kenneth w. Tidmore, First UMC Springer NM, currently has book signings scheduled for 40 days and more… Praying God’s Word : Friday, Aug. 28th from 1 – 3 p.m. at the Enchanted Grounds Expresso Bar & Café in Raton Sunday, Aug. 30th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Amistad…
Contests! Drawings for prizes donated by sponsors of KRTN's Summer Blowout! KRTN will be onsite at RBS and on air from 8 am until about 2 pm. Grand Re-Opening for RBS True Value Building Material Center in Raton.Hot dogs 11 am – 1 pmNail-driving Contest 10 am – 1 pmBelt Sander Racing…
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 7:00 PM TAOS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, TAOS | $30/$40 Ballet for Martha What could be more Made in America than the great Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland? This work was originally entitled Ballet for Martha and was based on the Shaker Hymn, Simple Gifts.
Friends of El Raton present a free showing of National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) Saturday, August 29th at 7 pm. Donations will be gratefully accepted to help repair the theater's digital projector.National Lampoon's Vacation, sometimes referred to as Vacation, is a 1983 American comedy film directed by Harold Ramis and starring Chevy…
Raton Farmers' Market operates on Historic 1st Street, Saturdays from 1:00 pm until they sell out. The market will continue through the final Fall Harvest. Locally grown foods and other locally produced products. The last Saturday Market will be on October 3rd. Vendors may contact Randi 575-445-8224
First Baptist Church in partnership with Pure Flix Movie Ministry are providing a “free” movie matinee to the community, movie flyer attached. What Movie: "The Book of Daniel" Where: El Raton Movie Theater When: Saturday, August 29th at 2:00 p.m. Donations gratefully accepted for Operation Christmas Child. Here's the trailer…
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2:00 PM ANGEL FIRE COMMUNITY CENTER | $30 Annual Salon Concert You won’t want to miss this MFAF tradition filled with fantastic fun, hilarious humor and lots of laughs. Always a season highlight!
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 01, 7:00 PM SHULER THEATER, RATON | FREE Stars of Tomorrow Want to hear the MFAF Young Artists who are on their way to major careers, but first making a stop at MFAF? This program will feature their extraordinary talent including works by 2015 Young Artist Composer-in- Residence,…
The Raton Museum will host a new exhibit from July 28th through September 26th: “Red or Green?” The Origins and Cultural Significance of the Chile Pepper in New Mexico. Press Release from New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, LAS CRUCES: It may not be from New Mexico originally, but…
Please join the Colfax Health Council for the Health System Innovation Input Session on September 2nd Noon – 2 pm at MCMC Longterm Care (S. 6th in Raton). Lunch will be provided by the Colfax County Health Council. Please RSVP to Ashley Torres at 575-445-8191 or ashleytorres2122@gmail.com It is very important that you attend to…
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 10:00 AM TAOS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, TAOS | FREE Youth & Family Concert Featuring Toby Appel, host and narrator, and musicians from the Young Artist program.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 7:00 PM UNITED CHURCH OF ANGEL FIRE, ANGEL FIRE | $35/$45 Musical Conversations III: The Genius of Bach Enjoy an evening of Musical Conversations in the first concert of a 3-part series. Ida Kavafian and Festival Host Jonathan Coopersmith guide the audience through a musical journey of…
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 10:00 AM EAGLE NEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, EAGLE NEST | FREE Youth & Family Concert Featuring Toby Appel, host and narrator, and musicians from the Young Artist program.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 1:00 PM ANGEL FIRE COMMUNITY CENTER | FREE Closer Encounters: Meet the Composer Get up-close-and-personal with the musicians and music being rehearsed in this free open rehearsal. Hear 2015 Young Artist Composer-in-Residence, Alyssa Weinberg, discuss her newly-written piece. Fun and informal!
The 105th Wagon Mound Bean Day Celebration is Friday through Monday, September 4th - 7th in Wagon Mound, New Mexico. The theme for 2015, "Rails to Trails", celebrates the old indigenous trails and the railroad era. As described on the Bean Day website (http://beanday100.com): The historic event of Bean Day began…
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 7:00 PM TAOS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, TAOS | $30/$40 The season’s closing concert in Taos features a work Made in America by the newly naturalized American citizen, Igor Stravinsky, in his Concerto in D. The program also includes a work by Roberto Sierra, inspired by his 2011…
The inaugural Gate City Music Festival will be held at the historic Shuler Theater and on beautiful 1st Street in Raton, New Mexico on Labor Day Weekend 2015. ~ Presented by Pepsi and Raton MainStreet, Saturday, September 5, 2015Featuring Multiple Grammy Nominated Singer, Songwriter & Producer Deana CarterWith Special Guests:Crystal YatesTom FaulknerNicole…
Cleveland Roller Mill Museum presents its annual festival: Cleveland Millfest Saturday and Sunday, September 5th and 6th from 10 am to 5 pm.60+ artists, native foods, baked goods, dance exhibitions, and continuous musical entertainment.The Cleveland Roller Mill Museum, a 3-story adobe water-powered historic flourmill, will be in continuous operation. There are 3 tours…
Clayton Astronomy Club & Amarillo Astronomy Club present: Clayton Lake Star Fest September 5 - 6, 2015 from 1 pm - 1 am A family-oriented STAR PARTY In Northeastern New Mexico Sat. 1-3 pm Solar Viewing (at multiple telescopes) 3-4:30 pm…
The 105th Annual Trinidad Round-Up Association Rodeo and Festivities are scheduled for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, September 5th through 7th, including two days of rodeo, a rodeo dance, carnival, contests, vendor booths and a Labor Day Parade. The Trinidad Round-Up Association was voted 2004 Rodeo of the Year in the Texas…
Raton Farmers' Market operates on Historic 1st Street, Saturdays from 1:00 pm until they sell out. The market will continue through the final Fall Harvest. Locally grown foods and other locally produced products. The last Saturday Market will be on October 3rd. Vendors may contact Randi 575-445-8224
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2:00 PM ANGEL FIRE COMMUNITY CENTER | $30/$40 The Curtis Connection Another World Premiere, this one written by our Young Artist Composer-in-Residence, Alyssa Weinberg will be presented. The YA Wind Quintet will also be showcased in an appropriately titled work for the end of the season by…