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Raton is number 4 on the list of underrated New Mexico Towns!! We have a great reputation for being one of the most affordable places to live, and as a bonus, you get to experience vast open skies, fresh air, mountains, lakes, wildlife, adventure and opportunity to enjoy a great variety of outdoor sports and relaxation. Come see why we feel Raton is the best place on earth to live!

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New Events coming to Raton next week! Don't miss your chance to meet Author and Columnist Dale R. Lewis, Wednesday, April 25 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM before the showing of the documentary from his book shows at the El Raton, details below! Also, for more information on renting a booth for the hunting/fishing expo and gun show call 575-445-3689. ... See more

What makes Capulin Volcano special?

Located in the heart of an 8,000 sq. mile volcanic field, Capulin is surrounded by at least 118 other volcanoes! With so many to choose from, why was Capulin designated as a National Monument? This is no ordinary cinder cone volcano, Capulin is larger and more perfectly formed than most cinder cones. Capulin's unique and perfect shape is attributed to the eruption process and lava flowing from a vent located near the base of the volcano called a boca. Capulin's boca is more complex than most, with multiple vents and a diversity of volcanic features. Due to these factors, Capulin is considered "...a perfect example of recent extinct volcanic activity..." -Woodrow Wilson. ... See more

Coming to the Raton Convention Center the weekend of April 28th and 29th. Hunting and Fishing Expo and Gun Show! Over 80 vendors so far with room for 100. The Hunting and Fishing Expo has 2 tables left for rent. Please call the Raton Chamber for more information (575)445-3689 on the Expo tables.

A huge thank you to the Colfax County Sheriff's Dept for providing round the clock security for this event and the Raton High School FCCLA Students for providing Concessions.

Also attending the show will be Author Dale R. Lewis who will be showing a documentary, The Last Ten Tapes, from his book, Footprints in the Dew, at the El Raton Theater, April 26- April 28. Come visit Mr. Lewis at the Raton Chamber of Commerce booth! ... See more

A coming of age of Federick who has spent his formative years as a junior pirate as he plans to free himself from the Pirate King and begin his courtship of Mable. This show is suitable for all ages and will provide laughs and fun for the whole family!

Ticket Information coming soon! ... See more

Coming up very soon is the "12th Annual Ralph R. Solano Photography Sale and Exhibit" at the Old Pass Gallery.
It's a casual show, very easy to enter, a great chance for new photographers or anyone entering a show for the first time.

Deadline for entries, March 31.
Exhibit open the public (free), April 3-28.
Reception and Awards, April 13, 5pm.

Show information and contact info:
http://www.ratonarts.org/ ... See more

Bring your car, your motorcycle, your lowrider bike...bring whatever you've got that has wheels and is super cool. We'll have music, food vendors, maybe some wandering pin ups...we'll have FUN.

Medicare starting mailing the new cards this month. The new cards will replace the Social Security number with a unique Medicare number. Get the details: http://bit.ly/2Gsk8ZV