November 21, 2009 ~ Holiday Craft Fair

La Veta Community Center, East Ryus Ave., 8 AM to 4 PM. Local Artists and Handcrafted Items.

November 22, 2009 ~ Ecumenical Thanksgiving Worship Service

by Cuchara Valley Christian Community Services. Christ the King Catholic Church, South Main, La Veta. 5 PM on Sunday. Bring non-perishable foods for Christmas basket distribution if you can.

November 27, 2009 ~ Parade of Lights!

6 PM, Walsenburg Main Street. For information, call 738-6335.

November 27 & 28, 2009 ~ Dickens of a Christmas Train

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad with departures from La Veta at 6:30 and 8:30 PM. Various packages available for kids and adults. More information about this memorable holiday experience. 1-877-726-RAIL (7245).

Now thru- January1 ~ "Gift of Art" Show

at Spanish Peaks Arts Council (SPACe) Gallery on the Park, West Ryus Ave. Wonderful variety of art perfect for Christmas gifts. Tues., Thurs., Sat. 10 AM-3PM. For more information.

December 5, 2009 ~
Saturday Celebration of Tree Lighting in Charlie Park

South Main, La Veta. Carols, lighting and celebration of the beginning of the Christmas season in our small town. 4:30 PM

December 5, 2009 ~ Holiday ART Feast

Italian Style, Progressive Dinner as a fundraiser for SPACe building Expansion Fund. Progressive dinner at Pinon Hill Pottery, SPACe Gallery on the Park and La Veta Fine Art Gallery. 5:30-7:00 PM. Drawings held for artwork donated by local artists. Only $20 per person or more if you wish to help the expansion. Tickets available at Charlies or by calling: 719-742-3074. More information.

December 5, 2009 ~ Open House

Dream Mountain Healing Arts, West Ryus Ave. 3-5 PM

December 5, 2009 ~ Gardner Craft Fair

Gardner Community Center, 10 AM-3 PM. For information, call 719-746-2047

December 11 & 12, 2009 ~ Dickens of a Christmas Train

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad with departures from La Veta at 6:30 and 8:30 PM. Various packages available for kids and adults. More information about this memorable holiday experience. 1-877-726-RAIL (7245).

December 12, 2009 ~ Santa Claus visits La Veta

Sponsored by Rotary Club. 1:00-3:00 PM at the La Veta Community Center, East Ryus Ave.

December 17, 18 & 19, 2009 ~
Incredible Holiday Concerts with Ricky Tims

Christmas in a Small Town, Featuring Ricky Tims, Veronika String Quartet and Kat Bowser (Nashville Broadway singer). Two shows each night. An incredible Christmas celebration of music and energy in a small town. Francisco Center for the Performing Arts. Shows at 5 PM and 7:30 PM each night. Sure to sell out early. Call 719-742-3755 for ticket reservations or visit Charlie's Market in La Veta. Learn more here.

December 18-23, 2009 ~ Dickens of a Christmas Train

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad with departures from La Veta at 6:30 and 8:30 PM. Special 4:30 departures December 19-23. Various packages available for kids and adults. More information about this memorable holiday experience. 1-877-726-RAIL (7245).

December 24, 2009 ~ Candlelight Christmas Eve Service

In the beautiful, historic Cuchara Chapel at 6 PM. Located on CO 12, two blocks south of the Cuchara Village.