The Golden Dragon Acrobats bring their award-winning performances to the historic Shuler Theater on Monday, October 26th at 7 pm. World-renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding…
Classic Night at the Movies presents Ghostbusters (1984) at El Raton Movie Theatre on Wednesday, October 28th at 7 pm. This free movie will be shown in honor of Paul Modrich, former Raton resident and 2015 Nobel Prize Laureate in Chemistry, whose work has been used in the development of new cancer treatments. In…
The Raton Museum presents its exhibit to honor veterans, Wall Of Heroes, from October 28th through November 18th. There will be a reception at the museum on Wednesday, November 11th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. The Raton Museum's Hours of Operation are Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Contact information:Roger SanchezCultural Tourism Coordinator &…
Raton MainStreet hosts "Safe Trick-or-Treats for Kids" on Friday, October 30th. Kids and parents will meet in Ripley Park at 2:30 pm for a safety talk by Raton Police Department. Then the group will head out for safe Trick-or-Treating at participating Downtown businesses (they will display a witch's hat with orange &…
Colfax County Young Marines present a Haunted House and a Pumpkin Walk on Friday and Saturday, October 30th and 31st at 1420 South 2nd Street in Raton (formerly A-1 Auto). Pumpkin Walk for younger kids (with pumpkins and treats) starts at 5:30 pm. Haunted House for older children opens at 7 pm ($3/students & $5/adults). Raton Chamber…
To raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness, FCCLA of Raton High School and Middle School will host a Pink Ribbon Walk on Saturday, October 31st. The Walk begins at 9 am by the RHS tennis courts. Pink Stations will be set up along the way to cover the walkers in…
Raton Chamber of Commerce and Raton Parks and Recreation invite you to a Zombie Path Walk on Saturday, October 31st from 4 pm - 6 pm. This free and safe, trick-or-treating event starts near the upper gazebo on the pathway by the Aquatic Center.Contributions of candies can be brought to the Chamber…
MCMC Long Term Care in Raton invites you to bring your children for Trick or Treating on Saturday, October 31st from 5:45 pm - 7 pm. Please use the Cimarron Street entrance for trick or treating. Call the Activities Office with any questions 575-445-4511.
First Baptist Church of Raton and Pure Flix Movie Ministry are providing a free movie matinee to the community. Movie: "Without A Father"Where: El Raton Movie TheaterWhen: Saturday, October 31st at 2:00 p.m.Donations gratefully accepted for Awana Ministry of First Baptist Church.. Here's the trailer:: https://youtu.be/Hlh7JGYHpj0
Nov 1, 2015 - Daylight Saving Time Ends ~ "Fall Back!"Sunday, November 1, 2015, 2:00:00 AM clocks are turned backward 1 hour to: 1:00:00 AM local standard time instead.Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on Nov 1, 2015 than the day before. There will be more light…
Russell Marcy Academy will host a Scholastic Book Fair on Monday, November 2nd to Thursday, November 5th from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Funds raised will help purchase books for the media center, classroom libraries, children, etc.. Families, faculty, and the community are invited to attend this fun reading event that helps…
The Raton Museum presents its exhibit to honor veterans, Hall Of Heroes, from October 28th through November 18th. There will be a reception at the museum on Wednesday, November 11th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. The Raton Museum's Hours of Operation are Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.Contact information:Roger SanchezCultural Tourism Coordinator &…
Roy Schools will host a Fall Carnival on Thursday, November 5th 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Roy Gymnasium/School. Bingo, Putt-Putt, games and Halloween Costume Contest! Prizes! Everyone is welcome!
An Invitation to the CommunityRaton Early Childhood Initiative Informational MeetingWhen: Thursday, November 5, 2015Where: Isabel Castillo Performing Arts Building Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (We will start promptly at 6:30 pm.)In partnership with the State of New Mexico, the UNM Family Development Program will be facilitating and…
The Trinidad Historical Society will hold its Annual Fall Dinner on Friday, November 6th in the Pioneer Room of the Sullivan Student Center on the campus of Trinidad State Junior College. The evening includes a program about Life in the Morley Coal Camp presented by Frank Ferri of Raton. Everyone is welcome…
Raton Glee and Kids Khorale will present a Musical Tribute to all Veterans on Saturday, November 7th at 1 pm in the Isabel Castillo Performing Arts Center. All veterans, their families and any others interested are welcome to attend. The choirs will sing several patriotic choral selections. Guest speaker is…
Please join the Raton Elks Lodge #865 for the Appreciation Lunch to honor Veterans on Sunday, November 8th from 1 pm - 3 pm. Come share your stories and have some burgers and hot dogs. Veterans and their spouses eat free; all others are welcome to join the lunch for…
The newly formed Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday, November 9th at 6 pm in the Conference Room of MCMC Long Term Care. All are welcome.Next scheduled meeting is Dec. 14th.
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…
Veterans Day Program at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park Weds., November 11th @11amIn honor of all Veterans Past & Present~11th hour, 11th day, 11th month~ Keynote Speaker: Red Eagle Rael, Picuris Pueblo (Veterans Liaison) Music Provided by: Cimarron High School
Cimarron Kiwanis Club invites veterans and the public to the annual Chili for Democracy (Chili Dinner) to be held Wednesday, November 11th at the Cimarron United Methodist Church. They will be serving chili from 11 am-1:30 pm and from 4 pm-6:30 pm. Cost is $5.00 for all-you-can-eat or $3.00 for Veterans.
The Raton Museum presents its exhibit to honor veterans, Hall Of Heroes, from October 28th through November 18th. There will be a reception at the museum on Wednesday, November 11th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. The Raton Museum's Hours of Operation are Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.Contact information:Roger SanchezCultural Tourism Coordinator &…
Maxwell High School is having a Veterans Day Assembly/Presentation Wednesday, November 11th at 3pm at the Maxwell HS Auditorium. All veterans are invited to attend.
University of New Mexico Family Development Program and GrowRaton invite all Raton community members to attend training sessions for Mind In The Making: 7 Essential Skills Series. Sessions will be held at the Raton Convention Center and are open to all Community Members: Parents, Grandparents, Teachers, Health Care Providers, Librarians, Home Care Providers,…
Raton Arts & Humanities Council is calling for artists for an Old Pass Christmas. Think small, nice Christmas gifts. Old Pass Gallery will accept pieces of artwork on Thursday and Friday, November 12th and 13th from 10 am to 4 pm. Old Pass Gallery will accept up to 10 pieces of…
The Raton Museum presents its exhibit to honor veterans, Hall Of Heroes, from October 28th through November 14th. The Raton Museum's Hours of Operation are Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.Contact information:Roger SanchezCultural Tourism Coordinator & Collections Steward108 South Second St.Raton, New Mexico 87740575-445-8979ratonmuseum@gmail.comwww.theratonmuseum.org
Girl Scout Daisy/Brownie Troop #10598 of Springer will be having a Food Drive and Bake Sale on Friday, November 13th from 9 am - noon in front of Springer Market. The non-perishable food that is collected will be distributed before Thanksgiving to the Springer community. Donations make be dropped off in…
Those interested in forming a new writer's group are scheduled to meet Friday, November 13th at 10 am at the Arthur Johnson Library in Raton. This group is for anyone interested in writing - both beginners and experienced writers. No specific criteria is necessary to join. Come and meet others…
The Raton Museum presents its exhibit to honor veterans, Hall Of Heroes, from October 28th through November 14th. The Raton Museum's Hours of Operation are Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.Contact information:Roger SanchezCultural Tourism Coordinator & Collections Steward108 South Second St.Raton, New Mexico 87740575-445-8979ratonmuseum@gmail.comwww.theratonmuseum.org
The Raton Elks Lodge 865 will hold a "Hoop Shoot" Free Throw Contest on November 14th beginning at 10 am at the Russell Marcy Academy. The Hoop Shoot is free to all participants and provides youth ages 8-13 an opportunity to compete, connect and succeed.Contact Director Tony Burks at 575-707-1388.Visit www.elks.org/hoopshoot
Raton Methodist Women will host a Sweet Chocolate Bazaar on Saturday, November 14th 9 am-2 pm at the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church. Sweets, crafts, Christmas gifts. The Youth will sell Frito Pies from 11 am - 2 pm at the kitchen window.Drive around to the back parking lot.
Willow Springs Quilt Guild will host its Bazaar on Saturday, November 14th at the Isabel Castillo Building (next to the Shuler Theater) in Raton. Included is a raffle for a queen-size quilt (cranberry blue) with tickets being sold for $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. Proceeds go to the Raton…
The “Umteenth” Annual Craft Fair will be Saturday, November 14th 9 am – 3 pm on the main floor (upstairs) at the Raton Convention Center. Over 17 vendors.
Raton Rodeo Association hosts the Fall Roundup on Saturday, November 14th at the Harrelson Rodeo Pavilion. Tickets are $100 per couple and available from members of the Raton Rodeo Association.Doors open at 5:30 pm - Cash Bar.Dinner 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmDance with music by the Country Classic Band 9 pm -…
Clayton Federated Women's Club presents the 20th Annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday and Sunday, November 14th and 15th at the Clayton Civic Center. Arts, crafts, jewelry and gifts. Food concessions and door prizes! Free admission. Proceeds will benefit the club's community projects and scholarships.Vendors contact Sue 575-374-1090 or 575-447-9508
Luna Community College presents the Fall Semester Open House and Craft Fair Saturday, November 14th 9 am - 4 pm at the L.C.C. Springer Satellite Auditorium. This is a chance to see the work of L.C.C. Furniture/Cabinet Making, Quilting and Welding Classes. Also, area vendors are invited to sell their…
Authors Stephen Zimmer and Gene Lamm will hold a book signing at the Arthur Johnson Library this Saturday, November 14th from 2 pm - 4 pm. The authors will sign copies of their newly published book, "Images of America -- Colfax County," an impressive collection of historical photos accompanied by historical notes.…
Knights of ColumbusSangre de Cristo Council 10666TURKEY BINGODate: Sunday, November 15thLocation: Sister Hildegard Parish Hall, Cimarron, NMBingo starts at: 4:30 pmChance to win a turkey for Thanksgiving.Chance to win a “Full Meal Deal”.Chance to win money bingos.Food concessions available.K of C 2015 Raffle: 1st Prize $300; 2nd Prize $150; 3rd…
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RATON BOARD OF EDUCATION **RHS Krivokapich Media Center** 1535 Tiger Circle, Raton, New MexicoMonday, November 16, 2015 6:00 PM AGENDA I. Call to Order and Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Recognition of Students, Staff and Visitors RHS Students of the Month- Mr. Ware &…
There will be a Book Fair at Springer Elementary School Library now through Thursday, November 19th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. The public is welcome. There are many different titles for sale. Come and check it out!
Raton Arts & Humanities Council welcomes Maniacal 4, an internationally acclaimed trombone quartet, to the Shuler Theater on Tuesday, November 17th at 7 pm. The concert is part of the Raton Arts & Humanities’ 2015-2016 Performing Arts Series.Tickets: Adults $20/ Seniors $15/ Students $10. Available at www.ratonarts.orgManiacal 4 consists of four great…
The Arthur Johnson Memorial Library will be hosting a presentation from Be Well New Mexico for small business owners - 50 employees or less - Tuesday, November 17th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The presentation will be on the purpose of and using the health exchange website, bewellnm.com. This website…
Classic Night at the Movies presents Little Women (1949) at El Raton Movie Theatre on Wednesday, November 18th at 7 pm. Little Women is an American feature film based on Louisa May Alcott’s novel of the same name and filmed in Technicolor. FREE! Donations gratefully accepted for The VFW Ladies Auxiliary of Raton. Sponsored by…
The NRA Whittington Center will host a NM Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF) Hunter Education Field Day Course on November 21st from 9 am until 4 pm. A Hunter Education Field Day Course is approximately six hours of instructor-led class time for students 11 years of age or older.The…
Springer Knights of Columbus announce their annual Turkey Bingo to be held Sunday, November 22nd beginning at 1 pm at St. Joseph's Parish Hall in Springer. Just pay $5 to play all afternoon with 10 games to win regular-size turkeys and one Black-Out Game to win a turkey weighing over…
Make the short trip to Des Moines, New Mexico for The Black Friday Market this Friday, November 27th 9 am - 3 pm at the Des Moines Village Hall (off HWY 87). Vendors, Crafts and BBQ!Contact Ashley 719-252-0625.
Santa will be at Ripley Park on Saturday, November 28th at 3 pm giving out goody bags to all girls and boys! The Christmas Tree Lighting takes place at 5 pm at Ripley Park. The Festival of Lights* - a stationary parade with floats - begins at about 5:15 pm on Historic…
First Baptist Church in partnership with Pure Flix Movie Ministry are providing a “free” movie matinee for the community. What Movie: "Do You Believe?"Where: El Raton Movie TheaterWhen: Saturday, November 28th at 2:00 p.m.FREE MOVIE DVD OF "DO YOU BELIEVE" WILL BE GIVEN OUT TO THE FIRST 20 FAMILIES (One per family)!!!Donations gratefully…
The Annual Silver Spur Bazaar and Rummage Sale is Tuesday, December 1st 8:30 am - 2 pm at the Springer United Methodist Church Annex. Baked Goods, Candy, Jelly, Frito Pies! Grab Bags! Lots of Rummage items: household items, clothes, shoes, books, decorations, jewelry and more. Contact: Rachel 575-376-2304 or Ada Marie…
The 13th Annual Open House and Distribution of the 30th Annual Collector’s Series Calendar is Thursday, December 3rd from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the First National Loan Production Office, 1247 South 2nd Street in Raton.
Raton Arts & Humanities Council is hosting a reception for the Holiday Art Exhibit and Sale at the Old Pass Gallery on Friday, December 4th at 5 pm. The public is invited.The Gallery is open Tuesday - Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-2.
Cimarron High School Ram Pride Booster Club hosts Red and White Italian Night on Friday, December 4th. The athlete"Free Throw Shoot" and the Silent Auction start at 1 pm. Italian dinner begins at 5 pm. Tickets are available from any Cimarron Athlete.All proceeds benefit the Ram Pride Booster Club to…
Holy Trinity Academy's Annual Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, December 5th at Sebastiani Gym in Trinidad. 30 vendor spaces.Vendors may call HTA at 719-846-4522.
Raton Humane Society will host an Animal Adoption Event this Saturday, December 5th from Noon until 4 pm at the Animal Shelter on East Hereford. The fees are reduced: $25.00 for a spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, vaccinated dog with City tags.