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Local Event Details

June

Weekly Farmers Market
La Veta Market – Thursdays 3-5pm, Next to the Library on Main
Cuchara Market – Fridays 4-6pm, at Cuchara Mountain Mercantile
Gardner Market – Saturdays 10am-12pm, in the Chuckwagon Pavilion
Walsenburg Market – Sundays 12-2pm, at Heritage Park

Sunday, June 21st, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th
Come From Away – Francisco Center for the Performing Arts Summer Musical
Francisco Center for the Performing Arts is excited to present our 50th Anniversary Summer Musical Come From Away! This award-winning Broadway sensation tells the true story of a small Newfoundland town that hosted 7,000 stranded airline passengers for five days immediately following the tragic events of 9/11. You won’t want to miss this amazing story! Tickets $25 (+1 service fee) at fcpalaveta.org and at door (opens 30 minutes before show).
June 25, 26, 27: 7:00PM
June 21 & 28: 2:00PM

Wednesday, June 24th 10:00AM
Craft Like an Egyptian at the La Veta Public Library
Take young explorers on a journey back to ancient Egypt through hands-on crafts! Kids will create their own Egyptian-inspired art while leaning about one of the world’s greatest civilizations. Come ready to create!

Wednesday, June 24th 6:00PM
Poker League at the Stokehouse
Join us for 8 weeks of league play or jump in anytime, no experience needed! Followed by a tournament on week 9. Grab your friends, enjoy great food and drinks, and test your luck at the tables! Free to everyone!

Thursday, June 25th 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Pizza + Community: Community Wildfire Protection Plan Meeting at Cuchara Community Center
Join Spanish Peaks Alliance for Wildfire Protection and region partners for an interactive community meeting about the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Learn about local wildfire preparedness and protection planning while enjoying a pizza lunch with neighbors and partner organizations. The event is free and open to everyone in Huerfano County. www.spawp.org.

Thursday, June 25th 2:00PM
Literary Tea Time at the La Veta Public Library
Join fellow book lovers for casual conversation over tea and cookies. No assigned reading – just share what you’re enjoying and discover new favorites!

Saturday, June 27th 9:00AM
Beginning T’AI CHI Classes at La Veta School of the Arts
Often referred to as “the gentle art of yielding,” the ancient, slow moving Chinese practice of T’ai Chi Chuan is also healing in many ways. New beginning classes will be held beginning Saturday, June 6th, 9am at The La Veta School of the Arts – 105 W Ryus – across from the town park. Beginning classes will continue every Saturday morning from 9-10am during the month of June. For more information email PeggyZehring@msn.com or call (719) 250-5653. Free of Charge.

New! Saturday, June 27th 9:00AM-2:00PM
Navajo Ranch Community Wide Yard Sale
Multi-Family yard sale, 18 homes participating! Tons of great finds! Kiosks at US 160/CR510 & Navajo Western Water District Building will have printed maps displayed. See Navajo Ranch Community Facebook page and other local Facebook pages for a digital map of all homes participating. No early-birds please!

Saturday, June 27th 1:00-4:00PM
Stitchcraft Collective Hosted by Katrin Hurley
Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber artists to enjoy creating community while working on WIPS, fiber artists welcome from beginner to expert. There is no fee for this event, bring a snack to share! RSVP to Ava Archuleta 719-694-4711.

New! Monday, June 29th 6:30PM
Boy Band Music Bingo and the Cuchara Yacht Club
Join La Veta Public Library at Cuchara yacht Club (30 Cuchara Ave) for “Boy Band Music Bingo!” There is no charge to participate. All play is individual. Prizes donated by the Cuchara Yacht Club. Want to host a library event at your business? We want to hear from you! info@lvpl.org.

July
Independence Day Weekend!

July 3rd
10:00AM – La Veta Independence Day Parade (150th Year Celebration)
10:00AM – 4:00PM – La Veta Art in the Park
6:00PM – Poker Night at the Cuchara Mountain Park
July 4th
8:00AM – Cuchara Fun Run

11:00AM – Cuchara Independence Day Parade

12:00PM – 2nd Chair Festival at the Cuchara Mountain Park
July 5th
8:00AM – 11:00AM – Ski Patrol Pancake Breakfast at the Cuchara Mountain Park
1:00PM – 23rd Annual La Veta MudBog

Thursday, July 9th 5:00PM
Pie Baking Competition and FUNdraiser at the Grandote Peaks Event Center
Join us at the Grandote Peaks Event Center for a FUNdraiser for the La Veta Public Library; taste delicious homemade pies and vote for our favorite in our Pie Baking Competition! Place a bid in our silent auction to take your favorite home! Participants must bake two of the same pie – one for the contest and one for the library fundraiser. Awards are generally given for Best Fruit, Best Cream/Chiffon/Meringue, Best Other Sweet, Best Savory, and Best Crust. To sign up or ask questions, you can contact Peggy at peggy@lvpl.org or text 719-989-1531.

Friday, July 10th & Saturday, July 11th
Highway of Legends Rodeo at Huerfano County Fairgrounds in La Veta
This is more than just a rodeo – it is a community celebration you won’t want to miss! Let’s make this comebak unforgettable! Enjoy mutton bustin, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, and more! Enjoy live music from Justin Ross and Deadwood after the rodeo! Get your tickets early online or purchase at the event. General admission $20, Kids 6-12 $15, Kids 5 and under are free! Seniors (60+) and military $10. Or buy a weekend pass for $40. To learn more find them on Facebook: Highway of Legends Rodeo (CPRA).

Local Music

June

June 21st – Matt Fuson at the Stokehouse Patio
10AM

June 25th – Open Mic Night at the Stokehouse
6PM

June 26th – Huston Sonhouse at the Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

June 26th – MiDi and the Guy at the Stokehouse
5-9PM

June 26th – The Quantum Groove at the Mountain Merman Brewing Company
6-8PM

June 27th – MiDi and the Guy at the Timbers Steaks and Spirits
5-8PM

June 27th – Mason Davis at the Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

June 27th – AJ Atiee at the Stokehouse
6PM

June 27th – Delta Sonics Featuring Ken Saydak at the La Veta Mercantile
7PM https://www.simpletix.com/e/delta-sonics-featuring-ken-saydak-tickets-259620

June 28th – Kellen Goode at the Stokehouse Patio
10AM

June 28th – Lev Strider at the Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

July

July 3rd – Planet 2.0 at the Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

July 4th – Six Bucks and a Flight at the Cuchara Yacht Club
11AM

July 5th – Chronic Funk Disorder at Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

July 10th – John Weeks at the Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

July 11th – Bluntful at the Cuchara Yacht Club
5PM

July 11th – Blues Brothers Bootleg Road Show at the La Veta Mercantile
7PM https://www.simpletix.com/e/blues-brothers-bootleg-road-show-tickets-259616

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July
July 17th – Movie on the Mountain at the Cuchara Mountain Park
July 17th & 18th – Jewelry & Small Craft Art Show at Cuchara Community Center 10AM-5PM
July 17th – Hiking Through Time with Lon & Sabrina at La Veta Mercantile
New! July 17th – Community Geology Hike at Lathrop State Park
July 18th – Southern Ute Bear Dance with Chief Matthew Fox at Francisco Fort Museum
July 18th & 19th – CVA Arrows and Irons Tournament at CMP & Grandote Golf Course
July 23rd – Ladies Night Out – Men Nextdoor at the Stokehouse
July 25th – La Veta Village Ladies Auxiliary Annual Fish Fry
July 25th – Dotsero at La Veta Mercantile

August
August 8th – The 23rd Annual Stonewall Century Ride

Business Updates

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
Sundays at 6pm – United Methodist Church of La Veta 416 S Main Street. Questions call Carlton 719-696-5434.
Has your drinking started to become a problem? Has the stress of life increased your drinking to the point of concern? A.A. might be the answer for you. Free and open to all with problems, concerns, or questions about alcohol use disorder. Isn’t it time to find out if a.a. is for you?

The Book Nook At The La Veta Library
Located at 207 s Main Street the Book Nook, a second-hand bookstore, is an ongoing fundraising vehicle for Friends of La Veta Library (FLVL) and is run completely by volunteers. All proceeds to go the Award Winning La Veta Public Library. Come browse the wonderful selection of books which have been donated by the Library and patrons who live in the surrounding area. You can also support our local Library by becoming a member of FLVL. Membership forms are available at the Book Nook. If you are interested in joining the Book Nook Volunteer staff, please leave your name and contact information at the Library.

Cuchara Chapel Summer Schedule
Please view our summer schedule, open to all!
June 21st – Cammy Gaston, United Methodist – Murphy, TX
June 28th – Don Pike, United Methodist
July 5th – Kyle Jernigan, Baptist – Midwest City, OK
July 12th – Ed Kennedy, Baptist – Spicewood, TX
July 19th – Morgan Stokes, Presbyterian – Austin, TX
July 26th – Lisa Nordan, United Methodist – La Veta, CO
August 2nd – Leslie King, Presbyterian – Waco, TX
August 9th – Bert Baetz, St. Peter’s Episcopal, Kerrville, TX
August 16th – Jim Tucker, Episcopalian – Alburquerque, NM
August 23rd – Vic Casad, United Methodist – Richardson, TX

Cuchara Valley Recreation Program
Located at Cuchara Community Center
June 25th – Yoga with Karen Voepel 10:00-11:00AM
July 9th – Yoga with Karen Voepel 10:00-11:00AM

Estelle Center for Creative Arts
Help the Estelle Center introduce our followers to the LV community! Please send a short description of your art or business, some photos and any other pertinent info to office@estellecreativearts.com. You will be featured in our newsletter and social media. Subscribe to our newsletter so you don’t miss it!
Upcoming Events:
June 26th – 28th – Allegra Huston & James Nave – Imaginative Storm Writing
July 13th – 17th – Bianca Springer & Stephanie Ruyle – Make the Fabric, Make the Garment
July 20th – 24th – Jamie Kalvestran – Quilt Like an Artist: Faces
August 10th – 14th – April Sproule – Printed & Stitched Mixed Media
August 25th – 28th – Karla Overland & Elaine Poplin – Color Camp Quilting
September 14th – 18th – Atshushi Futatsuya – Sashiko Stitching
October 19th – 23rd – Carolyn Oneto – Imaginary Places Quilting
Located at 105 W Ryus Avenue in La Veta
Please view our list of upcoming retreats!
To learn more visit the website: www.estellecreativearts.com

Francisco Center for the Performing Arts
June 18th – 21st & 25th – 28th – Come From Away
July 24th-26th & 31st, August 1st-2nd – The Silver Whistle
August 21st – 23rd & 28th-30th – Blazing Guns at Roaring Gulch
October 20th-22nd The Woman in Black
November 23rd-25th – Fall Follies

Just in Time Bakery in La Veta
Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday 7:30AM-2:00PM.
Breakfast Baked Goods, Grab & Go Lunch/Dinner Options, Freshly Baked Sweets, Breads.
Located @ 107 W Francisco St. La Veta | Follow us on social media @justintimebakery | 719-890-9179.

La Veta Mercantile
Regular Events Schedule
Every Thursday / Friday / Saturday
Every Thursday: Live music by Deer in the Headlights at 10:30AM and then gather your friends for Game Day Thursday afternoons featuring Mah Jong, Jokers and the Marbles, Mexican Train and Cribbage.
Every Friday: Friday Afternoon Club at 5:00PM where good friends, tasty beer and wine awaits.
Every Saturday: Start your day with our Community Coffee at 10:00AM complete with $5 mimosas and delicious fresh hot chocolate topped with whipped cream.

La Veta Public Library
Storytime Explorers is Back! Join us starting this summer for stories and songs with Miss Jaymie!

La Veta Village Free Food Pick Up Program
Monthly Free Food Box Distribution
Free Foodbox Pickup is once per month on Saturday morning from 10:00AM-11:00AM behind La Veta Town Hall.
The Food Box Distribution Dates:
Mobile Market Dates:

For more information, or to volunteer or donate to this program, please call La Veta Village Food Services (719) 247-1393 or email foodservices@lavetavillage.org.

Memory Loss Support Group Meet Up
Please join us the third Thursday of every month at 10:00AM at the La Veta Public Library. Light refreshments will be served!

New! Mountain Merman Brewing Company
World Cup Water Party HQ
Mountain Merman is your favorite neighborhood pub World Cup hub!
The World Cup kicked off Thursday, June 11th. Join us for matches and food and drink specials throughout the tournament. Check our social media for special hour and water party updates!

Merman Trivia League
Slightly competitive. Highly addictive. Family-friendly trivia with great prizes, bragging rights, and a whole lot of fun. Every other Thursday – 6/18, 7/1, 7/16, 7/30.

Summer Music Schedule
6/26 – The Quantum Groove 6-8pm
7/2 – Alex Dunn 6-8pm
7/3 – Mountain Grown 11am-1pm
7/5 – Constant Tourists 4-6pm
7/10 – Bob Rose 5-7:30pm
7/11 – The Quantum Groove 6-8pm
7/18 – Rock Bottom String Band 6-8pm
7/19 – The Patrice Pike Band – 4-6pm
7/25 – Alex Dunn & The Deal 6-8pm
8/8 – Mountain Grown 6-9pm
8/15 – The Quantum Groove 6-8pm
8/29 – At the Watertower 6-8pm
9/12 – Seth Walker 6-8pm

Museum of Friends Art Gallery Displays
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM
Current Exhibits –
Healing Through Arts Program with the Green Thumb Initiative
Beginning Wednesday, November 19th and every Wednesday following at 2:30PM-4PM we will be offering Qi Gong with Roger Bachelor’s recorded program followed by a half hour meditation/visualization with Maria Cocchiarelli. The purpose of the Healing through Arts program at MoF is to build community help with coping methods and share positive mind, body, and spirit practices.

To Learn More Please Visit: www.museumoffriends.org/events

Updated! Spanish Peaks Arts Council, SPACe Gallery in La Veta
Now Showing at SPACe Gallery, Western Rendezvous, June 16-July 25. For dates of other shows, visit SPACe at www.spanishpeaksarts.org or call (719) 742-3074. Now accepting reservations for vendor booth space at Art in The Park 2026! Check our webpage or call the gallery for registration forms. Art in the Park will be Friday & Saturday, July 3rd and 4th in La Veta. The Gallery / Gift Shop is now open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am – 3pm. SPACe is a 501(c)3 non-profit, member centered organization. We are always looking for artists and enthusiasts to curate our shows and teach workshops. Join today and volunteer to promote the arts in our community!

Two Peaks Fitness
Group exercise sessions held at Two Peaks Fitness, 216 S Main Street in La Veta:
Spin Bike: Monday through Saturday 7:30am
7 for Heaven Circuit Training: Tuesday, Thursday 9:00AM
Kickboxing: Sunday 11:00am

Group exercise sessions held at the La Veta Community Center:
Yoga Stretch: Monday, Wednesday 9:15am
Swiss Ball: Monday, Wednesday 10:00am
Hatha Yoga: Friday 9:15am
Senior Pilates: Monday, Wednesday 11:00AM

Group exercise sessions held at Two Peaks Fitness, 611 Main Street in La Veta:
Qi Gong: Tuesday 1:00PM, Thursday 10:00AM

Group exercise sessions held at the Huerfano County Community Center:
Pickleball: Tuesday & Thursday, 9-11AM (1 Hour Slots).
Pre-registration required for all group sessions, call Two Peaks Fitness in Walsenburg 719-738-3555.

Held at the Brunelli Gymnasium:
Zumba Classes: Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 6:15AM
There is no Pickleball at the Brunelli Gymnasium during the summer months. Play pickleball at the old skateboard park on Ryus Avenue and Oak Street, Just West of SPACe.

Held at La Veta Town Park:
Train like a Superhero: Thursdays in June at 10:30AM, for ages 4-12. Kids under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. FREE.

Fun Friday’s
2026 Summer Events:
July 10: Trinidad Swimming
August 7: Art in the Park

Sponsored by Two Peaks Fitness, $10 / child if parent is a gym member, $15 for non-members. For children of all ages. Guardian must be present for children under the age of 5. Each activity has a different start time, details available when registering. Limited scholarships available. Background checks performed at all adult chaperones. Sign up forms available at www.twopeaksfitness.org/fun-fridays or can be filled out at Two Peaks Fitness. We must receive your paperwork and payment no later than the Wednesday prior to that activity for logistics planning.

For questions or additional information call Two Peaks Fitness at 719-742-3555.
Two Peaks Fitness located at 216 S Main Street, La Veta.

W.A.A.G. (Wahatoya Animal Advocacy Group)
We would like to thank the community for their generosity during this month’s Pet Food Drive! As a result of realized need, W.A.A.G. is going to continue the pet food drive for the coming months. Any unopened canned or bagged dog or cat food can be dropped off at Crafted in Colorado, located at 205 S. Main, on Fridays and Saturdays between 11am and 4pm. Cash donations will also be accepted at the same location. Thank you for supporting W.A.A.G. and the La Veta Community! Our goal is to help pets stay in their homes!

Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace
Hands-On at the Wheelhouse – Bring Local Craftsmanship to Life at the Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace
The Wheelhouse Incubator and Makerspace is thrilled to announce the launch of its Hands-On at the Wheelhouse series! This immersive event line-up offers a unique shopping experience featuring live demonstrations by local artisans, fostering community connection through hands-on creative learning. Each event will allow attendees to engage directly with makers, explore new crafts, and pick up unique skills, all while supporting local businesses. These events are held at the Wheelhouse 609 Main Street in Walsenburg, are free, and open to all ages.

If you have additional events you would like to see on the calendar, please email Events@BachmanAndAssociates.com with details by Friday at noon!