Chamber Chat for March 25, 2024
MEET & GREET WITH US SENATE CANDIDATE-NELLA DOMENICI
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 beginning at 11:00am at the Artesia Chamber of Commerce (107 N. 1st St.) Click here o view flyer.
CJ STROUD SPEAKING EVENT IN ARTESIA, NM
The Red Zone locked in the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year & Two-Time Heisman Trophy Finalist and quarterback for the Houston, Texans, C.J. Stroud! Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 7:00PM at The Bulldog Pit (212 S. 13th St.) in Artesia. Doors will open at 6:00PM. RedZone is looking for sponsors, many come with a meet and greet! Call 575.746.2744 for sponsorship information.
MAIN EVENT CAR SHOW & CRUISE
April 5-6, 2024-Artesia Car Enthusiasts, Artesia Chamber of Commerce, and Artesia MainStreet bring you this 25th Anniversary event! Sign up here! *Note – food vendor spots are full!
MARS DRIVING ACADEMY
This is the LAST WEEK for new enrollees to qualify for up to $150 OFF THEIR TUITION! Their next class begins APRIL 9TH, but don’t wait! Stop by today to lock in your great low price. Plus, every new student that signs up this week will receive FREE ECLIPSE GLASSES (while supplies last)! 315 W Washington Ave, Suite 1, in Artesia. Phone: (575) 909-6025. marsdrivingacademy.com
SILENT AUTION BY LOCAL ARTIST-WEND BOOMHOWER
An art silent auction featuring works by local artist Wend Boomhower is currently on display in the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center lobby (310 W. Main) now through March 29th during business hours, as a fundraiser for the Artesia Arts Council. Don’t be outbid! Call 575-746-4212 for more information. Click here or more information.
DOWNTOWN MURAL PROGRAM- REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Please see attached information for Artesia Arts & Cultural District’s Downtown Mural Program Request for Proposal and attached application.
MINUTE WITH THE MAYOR
Join Mayor Henry for Minute with the Mayor. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday or each month. 8:30am-9:30am at Kith & Kin Roasting Co. 105 N. 5th St. Artesia.
PARENT TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 5-6PM at the Artesia Bulldog Admin Bldg (301 Bulldog Blvd) The topic for this month’s training will be “DD Waiver, Mi Via Waiver & Special Olympics” with Joyce Munoz from J & J Home Care.
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH ARTESIA-HOLY WEEK & EASTER SERVICES
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH ARTESIA – 500 W. Grand – Holy Thursday Service “A Living Portrait of the Last Supper” on March 28th @7:00 PM – Through drama, music, & Holy Communion, we will consider what the disciples may have been thinking and reflect on our own walk with Christ; Easter Sunrise Service – March 31st (Woodbine Cemetery – Southeast Corner) @6:30 AM; Regular Easter Service @10:15 AM in church sanctuary.
BALZANO FAMILY WINERY
March 29, 2024 from 6-10pm – Easter Hunt & Drink at Balzano Family Winery. Ticket sales only through March 22 or until sold out! Click here for information and tickets. https://www.facebook.com/events/936388644870786?ref=newsfeed
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH
Easter EGGSTRAVAGANZA – March 30, 2024, from 10am – 1pm – Morris Field. Free Food and Games for the whole family. Click here for more info! https://www.facebook.com/events/694676589410338?ref=newsfeed
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION INFO
April 2nd-4th, 2024 from 9am-2pm at Grand Heights Gym (2302 W Grand Ave.) Click here for details.
UNITED WAY OF EDDY COUNTY
Please complete the following application and deliver to the United Way of Eddy County by 5 p.m. April 4, 2024. Applications can be emailed to director@uweddyco.org or dropped off at the United Way office at 116 S. Canyon St.
FLEETWOOD MASK-THE FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE
UPDATE! ALMOST SOLD OUT! Friday, April 5, 2024 AT 7pm at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center 310 W. Main St. Presale: $40 Adults/$20 K-12 Grade. Click here for details. Click here for tickets.
ARTESIA DOWNTOWN LION’S CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT
Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club. Click here for details.
WIM HOF METHOD FUNDAMENTALS WORKSHOP!
Saturday, April 6, 2024 Wim Hof Method Fundamentals Workshop. Learn the techniques, theory and tools in a WHM Workshop, curated by a certified Wim Hof Method Instructor! The Wim Hof method is a way to tap into the hidden power of oxygen and cold exposure; two natural resources that used to be a part of our everyday lives throughout most of our evolutionary history but have been mostly lost to the comforts of modern day living and society. With the Wim Hof Method, you can unlock the potential inside yourself and open the door to an array of health benefits including an improved immune system, increased energy, better mood, reduced stress, better sleep and greater cold tolerance! Come breathe and take a cold dip on Saturday April 6, 2024 at the 510 Building on Main Street. For more information reach out to the instructor, Chris Dooley, at 315-767-8920 or dools3404@gmail.com. Instagram oxygencycle_nm Facebook Oxygen Cycle NM
PAINT PARTY
Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at 6pm at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center. Visit www.paintartesia.com to reserve your spot today.
YUCCA BLOSSOM TRADE DAYS-APRIL SPRING FLING
April 6-7, 2024 at the Artesia Center (612 N. 8th). https://www.yuccablossomllc.com/
TASTE OF CULTURE
Thursday, April 11, 2024 5pm-7pm Join Southeast New Mexico College for an exotic experience of foods from Carlsbad’s cultural communities. 1500 University Drive Carlsbad. Click here to view flyer.
WOVEN TO WORSHIP-4TH ANNUAL WOVEN WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
April 12-13, 2024. Click here for all the details. Or call Victoria Kidd 575-308-8636. https://woventoworship.pushpayevents.com Check them out on Facebook & Instagram @Woven2024
SPRING FLING SPORTING CLAYS SHOOT
Saturday, April 13, 2024 New Mexico Narcotics Officers’ Association Spring Fling Sporting Clays Shoot beginning at 9am at Creekside Clays 131 Fire House Rd in Artesia. Click here for all the details.
RELOAD FOOTBALL CAMP
April 13-14, 2024 all ages/all positions two-day Reload Camp with Coach Tom George. Get registered today
Email following to info@qbimpact.com to lock in your registration.
Players Full Name
School
Grade / Graduation Year
Size Shorts / Shirts
Parent Email
SKILL / LINEMAN
https://qb-impact-academy.myshopify.com/…/reload-camp…
QUARTERBACKS
https://qb-impact-academy.myshopify.com/…/all-positions
Click here to view schedule and additional info .
THE DOO-WAH RIDERS
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 7PM at The Ocotillo Performing Arts Center 310 W. Main St. Click here for details or visit www.artesiaartscouncil.com
PARENT TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 5-6PM at the Artesia Bulldog Admin Bldg (301 Bulldog Blvd) The topic for April will be “Graduation Pathways” with Halee Goff (Zia Principal).
BEAT POETRY NIGHT
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 6PM-8PM at Ocotillo Performing Arts Center (310 W Main St) join in on the fun as Artesia Arts and Cultural District hosts this fun evening.
ROSWELL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Pines of Rome concert on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Pearson Auditorium at NMMI. Doors open at 6:30 pm /Concert 7:30PM. Tickets are available www.Roswellsymphony.org, or RSO offices or at the north door the day of. Any questions please call 575-623-5882 or email rso@dfn.com.
PERMIAN BASIN CELEBRATION- 100 YEARS OF OIL & GAS
June 14 & 15, 2024 SAVE THE DATE! We look forward to spending this super special weekend celebrating 100 years of Oil & Gas with you in Artesia! More details to follow.
ARTESIA PUBLIC LIBRARY-FULL SCHEDULE-MARCHiversary
Preschool Story Time (March 26 @ 10:00am)
For preschoolers ages 3-5 and their families. Includes crafts, reading aloud, alphabet awareness and early literacy, fun science facts, music, and more, all organized around a different fun theme each week.
Mother Goose on the Loose (March 27 @ 10:00am)
For infants through age 3 and their families. This is a fast-paced program designed to keep babies engaged with rhymes, songs, short books, puppets, baby games, and more.
Toddler Move & Play (March 28 @ 11:00am)
For toddlers ages 1-3 and their families. Music, creative movement, group activities, play with age-appropriate toys, and social time. Our Leap Day Party will be during our regular Toddler Move and Play time, so we moved it to Tuesday (27th) at 11:00am so our patrons wouldn’t miss out on Play Time.
STEM After School (March 28 @ 4:00pm)
For students in grades K-6th and their families. Each week we offer a different fun activity to put STEAM techniques and ideas to work, from LEGO building to paper circuits, slime lab, and more.
Teen Tuesdays (March 26 @ 3:30pm)
Looking for a place to read, study, or just do homework and hang out? Join us every Tuesday from 3:30-5:00 p.m. for Teen Tuesdays. Grades 7-12.
Yarn United (March 27 @ Noon)
Whether you are crocheting, knitting, or just untangling the yarn, come and create and learn with other individuals. No matter your skill level, we encourage everyone to join us in creating with other yarnsters. (all forms of sewing and crafting welcome) Ages 18+
Family History (March 27 @ 4:00pm)
Whether you have connected multiple generations of your family tree, or are just getting started, join the Family History, Genealogy at the Library. Take time to research or seek assistance in your journey.
Literary Lounge (March 28 @ 11:30am)
The Literary Lounge book discussion group reads books on all topics pertaining to books, literature, libraries, bookshops, librarians, authors, and more. February’s selection is Dewey: The Library Cat by Vicky Moran. Books are available at the library and on Libby. Age 18+
Author Event (March 25 @ 4:00)
Join us for a special book reading and signing featuring Liana Swarengin’s The Wonderfully Ordinary Adventure of Part and Bell. Sponsored by the Friends of the Artesia Public Library.
*All of their programs are free and open to the public.
Please visit their website for more information.
www.artesianm.gov/library
