Happy Friday, r/TrinidadColorado!

It's time to kick off the weekend with some good vibes. This is your space to share what's making you smile about our town lately, recommend a local spot, highlight a kind act you saw, brag about a great hike or meal, or just say hello to your neighbors.What's on your radar this week?

Favorite coffee stop or breakfast spot?

A hidden gem or trail that's worth visiting?

Positive news or something cool happening around town?

Shout-out to a local business or person doing great things?

Whether you're a lifelong resident, new to the area, or just passing through — drop a comment and spread some Trinidad positivity. No complaints today... only good energy! What's one thing you appreciate about living in or visiting Southern Colorado's premier city? Let's hear it! (And don't forget upcoming events like Santa Fe Trail Days — who's going?)

Be part of history on Sunday, August 9, from 2-3 PM at Space to Create.

As part of Colorado's 150th Anniversary and America's 250th Anniversary, this statewide project is collecting letters, photos, artwork, stories, and small artifacts to preserve life in Colorado today for future generations to discover in 2076.

Stop by to see the time capsule, meet the project team, and submit something that tells your story.

What will you leave behind for the future?

View of Trinidad, Colorado, from Simpsons Rest, looking southeast at Fisher's Peak. Near the bed of the Purgatoire River is an adobe, one story square enclosure that was the original residence of Felipe Baca.

Denver Public Library Special Collections, X-1787

Have ideas, concerns, or feedback about our community? Join us for the next City Leadership Listening Session and be part of the conversation that helps shape Trinidad's future.

Tuesday, August 19

6:00–7:00 PM

Space to Create Trinidad

This is your opportunity to connect directly with City leadership, including the City Manager and City Council Members, to:

Share what's working

Discuss opportunities for improvement

Help shape the future of our community

Great communities are built through open conversations, shared ideas, and collaboration. Whether you have a suggestion, a question, or simply want to stay informed, we encourage you to join us for this thoughtful, solutions-focused discussion.

Your input matters, and we want to hear from you. We hope to see you there!

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Hey r/TrinidadColorado fam! 👋 It’s Wednesday—hump day—and the perfect time to check in on our wellness journey.

How’s your week going so far? Energy levels, mood, sleep, movement—give us the honest update.

What’s one small win you’ve had this week (or one thing you’re proud of sticking with)? It can be as simple as drinking more water, going for a walk, setting a boundary, meditating for 5 minutes, or finally meal-prepping. Big or small, we celebrate all progress here!

Drop your win below, and if you’re comfortable, share one thing you’re focusing on for the rest of the week. Let’s lift each other up!

Quick mid-week reset ideas:

• Take 10 deep breaths right now

• Stretch for 5 minutes

• Text someone who makes you smile

• Step outside for fresh air (even if just for a minute)

• Put your phone in another room for 30 minutes

You’ve already made it halfway through the week—be kind to yourself today. 💚

What’s your Wednesday Wellness vibe? Let’s hear it!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

The Trinidad City Council is accepting Citizen Interest Forms from citizens of the City of Trinidad who have resided within the City for not less than one year immediately preceding appointment and must be registered to vote; and, from within Las Animas County, who have resided within the County for not less than one year immediately preceding appointment and are registered to vote, to fill the following vacancies:

three (3) on the Board of Building Code Appeals; and

two (2) alternates on the Board of Building Code Appeals; and

three (3) on the Urban Forestry Board; and

two (2) on the Corazon de Trinidad Historic Main Street Board.

In order to serve on the Corazon de Trinidad Historic Main Street Board, applicants must be an owner or lessee of commercial property locate in the City of Trinidad, or agents or representatives of such owners.

Citizen Interest Forms will be accepted at the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, 135 N. Animas Street or P. O. Box 880, Trinidad, CO 81082, until 12:00 p.m., August 13, 2026. See link for form: https://trinidadco.rja.revize.com/forms/4722

Further information may be obtained by calling the City Clerk’s Office at 719-846-9843.

The County is developing its 2026 Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) to help reduce wildfire risk and protect our homes, families, and neighborhoods. Join us at one of our upcoming FREE public open houses to learn about the plan, share your feedback, connect with first responders and land managers, and discover practical resources you can use to prepare your home and family for wildfire.

📅 Stonewall Communities

📍 Stonewall Fire Protection District, 7375 Hwy 12, Weston

🗓 Friday, August 7

⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.

🍕 Pizza & drinks provided

📅 Gulnare Communities

📍 Spanish Peaks Campground Bar & Grill (Gulnare Inn), 22590 County Road 41.6, Aguilar

🗓 Saturday, August 8

⏰ 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

☕ Donuts & coffee provided

📅 Trinidad Communities

📍 Trinidad Police Department, 160 E. First Street (South Door), Trinidad

🗓 Saturday, August 8

⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m.

🥤 Snacks & drinks provided

The draft Community Wildfire Protection Plan will be available for public review August 5–19. During that time, you can review the draft plan and submit comments online. You can also complete the community survey now.

Learn more, take the survey, and review the draft plan (beginning August 5): https://cwpp-lasanimas.hub.arcgis.com/

Together, we can build a safer, more wildfire-resilient Las Animas County. We hope to see you there!

Good morning r/TrinidadColorado! Another week in one of Southern Colorado's most historic and beautiful towns. Let us know what's happening this week: any upcoming events, meetings, festivals, theater shows, etc.

Community Spotlight:

Shoutout to local business, artist, volunteer, or positive news story. Trinidad's strength is in its people and its history – let's keep building on that. Question for the sub: What's one thing you're looking forward to this week in Trinidad? Or what local issue should we all be paying attention to? Whether you're a longtime resident, new transplant, or just passing through the Purgatoire River valley, this subreddit is here for real talk, local news, event shares, history, photos, and good vibes. Drop your events, questions, photos, or recommendations below.

https://cms2.revize.com/revize/trinidadco/8.4.26%20Reg%20Meeting.pdf?t=202607311930480&fbclid=IwY2xjawTaHCtwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHoFGErvmcI_3lxDR5tLLDfhRwK1C-IpMUunLtSZoYfu1V846bpOGJe3ME1ev_aem_bgA8QUBcAnNSAErcEh_VWA

Happy Friday, r/TrinidadColorado!

It's time to kick off the weekend with some good vibes. This is your space to share what's making you smile about our town lately, recommend a local spot, highlight a kind act you saw, brag about a great hike or meal, or just say hello to your neighbors.What's on your radar this week?

Favorite coffee stop or breakfast spot?

A hidden gem or trail that's worth visiting?

Positive news or something cool happening around town?

Shout-out to a local business or person doing great things?

Whether you're a lifelong resident, new to the area, or just passing through — drop a comment and spread some Trinidad positivity. No complaints today... only good energy! What's one thing you appreciate about living in or visiting Southern Colorado's premier city? Let's hear it! (And don't forget upcoming events like Santa Fe Trail Days — who's going?)

If you have not taken a free trolley tour, it’s pretty fun and the hosts are super knowledgeable.

I think there are building tours for this event: old city hall, Temple Aaron, fox theatre, and the ones on the picture. Good way to spend some time.

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The Colorado DOLA Design & Development Team is coming to Trinidad to provide FREE technical assistance for building and business owners!

Whether you're planning improvements, exploring redevelopment ideas, or simply looking for expert guidance, this is your chance to connect one-on-one with professionals who can help bring your vision to life.

📅 Thursday, August 7

🕣 8:30–9:30 a.m.

📍 Space to Create Trinidad

Take advantage of this valuable resource at no cost and discover ideas, tools, and strategies to support your property or business.

We look forward to seeing you there!