I think I will use multiple event cart, I want to have one checkout transaction. I will check the video for that setup. The client wants a different end date for raffle sales than for the event ticket sales, so that actually might be the best option...assuming that I can do both with one visit/checkout.
Oh, and thanks for all the help, neighbor -- I'm in Indianapolis
Yes, using the multiple event cart feature, you'll be able to register for both and make one payment. Make sure you install and enable the cart module also!
One final question - is it possible to change the wording and images for the event registration in a case like this, where I'm using registration to buy tickets? If someone wanted to buy raffle but not event tix, that might be confusing.