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August 2016
Centennial Celebration of Capulin Volcano as National Monument
Capulin Volcano National Monument is turning 100 years old. Come by Tuesday, August 9th for some "volcanic" cake, listen to Woodrow Wilson, and watch Oklahoman powwow dancers! All of these events will be free. Buddy the Bison, the official mascot of the Department of the Interior, plans to attend! Light refreshments,…
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Lip Sync 2016 ~ Hometown Entertainment & Fundraiser
Lip Sync 2016 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 12th and 13th at 7 pm at the Shuler Theater. Door prizes! Tickets: General Admission $5, Senior Citizens $4, Ages 12 & under $3.
Find out more »Art of The Gun (A.R. Mitchell Museum)
The A.R. Mitchell Museum of Western Art, in cooperation with Trinidad State and its renowned gunsmithing program, will feature Art of the Gun, a gun show highlighting the craftsmanship and history of American guns. The show will run Friday night through Sunday, August 12th - 14th at the Mitchell Museum…
Find out more »18th Annual Raton International Golf Tournament
Phone: (575) 445-8113 Email: ratoncc@yahoo.com Send Paid Entries to: Tournament Director PO Box 1234 Raton, NM 87740
Find out more »BATTLE OF THE BADGES BLOOD DRIVE
The BATTLE OF THE BADGES BLOOD DRIVE is coming to the NRA Whittington Center. Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 13th. Local Fire and Police personnel will be vying to get the most blood donors.If you have questions you can contact Josh Adams at 575-445-3615. Please, be a 'hero' -…
Find out more »First Street Market/Farmers Market~ Raton
First Street Market offers local vendors each Saturday from 1 pm - 4 pm on the South 100 Block of Historic First Street in Raton. Last market is scheduled for Oct. 1st.
Find out more »Cleveland Roller Mill Potluck & Benefit Dance
Don’t miss the Annual Cleveland Roller Mill Potluck & Benefit Dance Saturday, August 13th, 4:30 pm – 10 pm at the historic Cleveland Roller Mill Museum. Proceeds benefit the Mill. The Rifters, a Southwestern country-dance band, plays at 7:00 pm. The Dance is preceded by a potluck on the lawn at…
Find out more »100th Anniversary of Eagle Nest Dam Ground Breaking
The Village of Eagle Nest Would like to invite you to attend the 100th Anniversary of Eagle Nest Dam Ground Breaking Ceremony To be held Saturday, August 13, 2016 Enchanted Eagle Park, Eagle Nest, NM 12:00 Noon The ceremony will occur during EagleFest.
Find out more »Zuke Fest! at Raton’s 1st Street Market
Zuke Fest! Come Celebrate the Zucchini and Healthy Eating on Saturday, August 13th from 1 pm - 4 pm on Historic First Street in Raton. Music, Food, Prizes and Fun! -- Zuchinni Car Races: Kids build a zucchini car at 1 pm and race it at 2 pm!. – The Zuke Contest:…
Find out more »Spreading Color For The Cure: 5K Run/Walk
Spreading Color For The Cure 5K Run/Walk is Saturday, August 13th at Roundhouse Park in Raton. Net proceeds benefit The Susan G. Komen 3-Day. Come on out and become a unique work of art. . . One Colorful Step at a Time! Runners and walkers were dowsed with a colored powder as they went…
Find out more »Hungry Hearts Serves Free Lunch
Hungry Hearts will be serving free lunch on Saturday, August 13, 2016 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm to anyone who would like to come and enjoy a hot meal and good, friendly company. From our hearts to yours, Be Blessed! Hope to see you there, we'd love your company!…
Find out more »Music On Mainstreet at Ripley Park (Raton)
Raton MainStreet presents a Music On MainStreet Concert at Ripley Park on Sunday, August 14th. River Of Life Band performs from 12:30 pm until 1:30 pm followed by Smooth Riders Jazz Quartet from 2 pm until 4 pm. Free to the public. Bring lawn chairs. Funded by the Whited Foundation
Find out more »Faces & Places: “Mining” (Raton Museum)
THE RATON MUSEUM Presents 2016 SUMMER SPECIAL EVENTS: FACES AND PLACES. This exhibit will be a multi-part event that brings to life the faces, places and events that are held in the memory of THE RATON MUSEUM’S extensive collection of photos and artifacts. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to step…
Find out more »Centennial Exhibit & Oral History: In The Shadow of the Volcano
Capulin Volcano National Monument cordially invites you to the opening of their Centennial exhibit, "In the Shadow of the Volcano" on Thursday evening, August 18th from 6 pm until 8 pm. This freestanding exhibit includes 22 high-quality photos on display from private collections in our local community, documenting the extensive…
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Folsom Archaeological Site Tour #2
The Folsom Museum will sponsor two tours of the Folsom Man Archaeological Site on Saturday, August 20th at 8 am and at 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.
Find out more »First Street Market/Farmers’ Market~ Raton
First Street Market offers local vendors each Saturday from 1 pm – 4 pm on the South 100 Block of Historic First Street in Raton. Last market is scheduled for Oct. 1st.
Find out more »Guns For Good~ Benefit Event at NRAWC
"Guns For Good" Benefit Shotgun Shoot & Rimfire Golf Tournament is Saturday, August 20th from 9 am - Noon at the NRA Whittington Center. The Benefit Shotgun Shoot consists of 25 targets at the 5-Stand Shotgun Range. The Benefit Rimfire Golf Tournament will be at the entrance to Van Houten Canyon Registration…
Find out more »5K Family Fun Run/Walk (Raton)
The 2016 5K Family Fun Run/Walk is Saturday, August 20th at 11 am. Early registration is during Zuke Fest (Sat., August 13th). Meet at the 100 Block of Historic First Street in Raton. Receive your t-shirt with paid $5 registration fee. – Regular Market Vendors will be at the First Street Farmer’s…
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