GrowRaton

05/13/2026

Thank you to the New Mexico Economic Development Department for the 2026 Healthy Foods Financing Fund (HFFF) Technical Assistance Grant!

We at GrowRaton feel so fortunate and thankful to be part of this imporatant program. The funds and techical assistance awarded us are helping our organization work through the necessary pre-development tasks that are vital to a successful program.

We are looking forward to completing our planning and pre-development stage and heading into the next phase of development!

Read about the 2026 HFFF Grant receipeints here: https://www.edd.newmexico.gov/grants/healthy-food-financing-fund/fy-2026-hfff-awardees/

05/12/2026

Next show! GrowRaton is thrilled to welcome back The Flyin’ A’s to play at The Hub on 3rd Street in Raton on Saturday, May 30th at 6:30 pm! Don't miss this duo and their Americana with a Texas kick!

Doors open at 5:30pm. $10.00 admission.

Proceeds go towards GrowRaton's programming, the proposed kitchen, and travel for the band.

05/10/2026

Here’s one most may know…showcasing his strumming talents..

05/10/2026

Hats off to Raton and The Shuler Theater for another great night of music and laughter…1st Street revival band and Jeff Wahl both put on a marvelous show in their debut at the Historic Shuler Theater and have vowed it is the first of many more to come. They both loved the acoustics of this magnificent theatre and the people of Raton. We all should thank our very own 1st revival band and pop in to Mama K’s store on their reopening for ice cream today…

05/10/2026

Hats off to Raton and The Shuler for another great night of music and laughter…1st Street revival band and Jeff Wahl both put on a marvelous show in their debut at the Historic Shuler theatre and have vowed it is the first of many more to come. They both loved the acoustics of this magnificent theatre and the people of Raton. We all should thank our very own 1st revival band and pop in to Mama Ks store on their reopening for ice cream today…

05/08/2026

See you tomorrow night at th Shuler Theater for an evning of guitar and storytelling!

In Concert 5/9/26 at 7 pm at the Shuler Theater, the First Street Revival Band opens for guitarist and storyteller, Jeff Wahl of Colorado!
Admission is $10 cash at the door.

05/08/2026

Hey friends! Tonight at the Shuler Theater at 7 pm--Film Prize Junior films created by our talented local youth!

Help support our up-and-coming film makers and burgeoning film industry. Fun for the whole family!

Get ready to be inspired! In just one week, the Raton Premieres will unveil the incredible Film Prize Junior films created by our talented local youth at the Historic Shuler Theater! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring additional short films by Mauricio Meneses, Jacob Jaramillo, and Tom and Beverly Morse. All ages are encouraged to submit their own short films and be part of the movement (DM us)! Secure your free tickets now and be a part of something amazing! https://events.humanitix.com/ermw-short-film-showcase




.iyall Carmelita Martinez

05/06/2026

Ribbon-Cutting ceremony for Pino Brown's Print & Embroidery grand opening at 224 S 7th Street, Raton, NM, and presented by GrowRaton Vice President Brandy Dietz.

Owner, David Garcia aka Pino Brown, also shared a few words, surrounded by supporters and customers.

Congrats and welcome to Pino Brown Print Shop!

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*special thanks to my volunteers for holding the ribbon and for the camerawork!

05/04/2026

This week, GrowRaton joins the U.S. Small Business Administration in celebrating and acknowledging the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners!

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This week, we celebrate the more than 36 million small businesses across America that power the nation’s economy. Share to spread word!

Learn more: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw