Chamber Chat for March 4, 2024
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NEW MEMBERS (FEB)
Learning Ladder Early Childhood Education, LLC- 1709 W. Grand Ave. 575-746-6143. Check them out on Facebook.
The Sno Cone Place-Located in the cute turquoise and white hut at the south end of Abo shopping center parking lot. 412-245-0543. Check them out on Facebook.
Red Rocket Media- A company out of Carlsbad now with a new location in Artesia! 1407 W. Main St. 575-499-9032. www.universalboosting.com or check them out on Facebook.
RIBBON CUTTINGS (FEB)
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Rebel Daughters BBQ-NEW LOCATION – Now located at the corner of Roselawn & Texas (if you can see the beautiful 🌻Sunflower mural you’re there!!) We are so excited for the fun new atmosphere, large and trendy covered seating area, yard games, porch swings, etc! Very hip and fun! Not to mention their incredibly yummy BBQ! Open Fridays 11AM-Sold Out
LOCAL & LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Join us for Lunch at the Artesia Admin Bldg (301 Bulldog Blvd.) from 12:00-1:00PM (doors open at 11:45). Come hear updates on what happened during the January session. RSVP requested, but not mandatory 575-746-2744. Click here for more info.
MAIN EVENT CAR SHOW & CRUISE
Friday, April 5 & Saturday, April 6, 2024-Join us for the 25th annual Main Event Car Show & Cruise in downtown Artesia. Click here for ALL the information! Sign up and pay online at www.CarShowPro.com Event ID #1672 or call the Chamber at 575-746-2744 or stop by the Chamber at 107 N. 1st St. Click here for food vendor application.
JASON WITTEN SPEAKING EVENT IN ARTESIA, NM
Saturday, April 13, 2024. Red Zone presents a night with 11 time Pro Bowl selection and two-time NFL All-Pro Jason Witten. 7:00PM at The Bulldog Pit located at 212 S. 13th St in Artesia. Doors will open at 6:00PM. Tickets are FREE but you MUST have one to get in the door. Tickets will be available at the Artesia Chamber of Commerce starting in February (107 N. 1st St Artesia). Call the Chamber at 575-746-2744 to reserve yours today. Click here for information about sponsoring this awesome event, many sponsorship opportunities come with a meet and greet! View flyer here .
JOIN WOMEN FOR A BETTER ARTESIA AS THEY HELP A LOCAL FAMILY IN NEED
All proceeds go to Liana Swarengin’s fight against Stage-4 colon cancer. She is a wonderful member of our community, a mom of 3 great kids, a wife, and an author. To learn more about this amazing family and ways you can help follow this link mrslaurajune.wixsite.com/weloveliana Check out Liana’s book on Amazon “The Wonderfully Ordinary Adventure of Park & Bell” Appropriate for kids age 8+.
FREE COMMUNITY FITNESS CLASS
Fun workouts led by Dottie Ellis (certified group fitness instructor) Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30pm-6:30pm at The Artesia Center 612 N 8th St. Click here to view flyer.
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. Click here view flyer.
ARTESIA TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL-GRAND OPENING SPECIAL
Enroll is classes in March and receive $1,000 off tuition. Scholarships and financing available, classes start every 4 weeks. They are located at 3205 W. Main St Artesia. Call 575-247-1549 for more information! Click here to view flyer.
MARCH-IVERSARY
A month-long celebration for the tenth anniversary of the Artesia Public Library! More info coming soon!
PAWS & CLAWS ANNUAL BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 6:30pm at The Artesia Chamber of Commerce meeting room. This meeting is open to the public and they encourage everyone to come learn more about our local Humane Society and Second Chances Thrift Store animal rescue efforts in our community. They are always looking for fresh ideas and new volunteers!
FISH FRY FUNDRAISER
Friday, March 8, 2024 from 11:00AM-Sold Out. At St. Damien Hall 1111 N. Roselawn Ave. Dine-in or take out. Click here for all the details.
“THE BREAK IN”-A COMEDY PLAY & FUNDRAISER
Friday, March 15, 2024 at 6pm at The Ocotillo Performing Arts Center 310 W Main St. $30 Adults/$15 K-12 grades. This fundraiser includes a Cocktail Hour before the performance. Click here for all the details https://www.facebook.com/events/3632284870423739/?ref=newsfeed or visit www.artesiaartscouncil.com
ARTESIA WOMEN OF IMPACT 2024
Women for a Better Artesia is pleased to announce the inaugural Artesia Women of Impact, designed to honor and celebrate the outstanding contributions of women who have significantly impacted the well-being and development of our community. This initiative aims to highlight the achievements and leadership of women who have gone above and beyond to create positive change and inspire others. Nominate someone today! Nominations open until March 15, 2024. https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSe63avX6FxY1n…/viewform
Eligibility Criteria
* Nominee must be a woman residing in Artesia.
* Contributions should have a direct and positive impact on the community.
*Nominee must be 18 as of January 1, 2024.
Nomination categories include women in the following industries: Athletics, Creative/Arts, Elected Official, Education, Entrepreneur, Healthcare, Oil & Gas, and Philanthropy/Non-Profit.
A panel of community leaders and representatives will review the nominations and select individuals based on the depth and breadth of their contributions, leadership qualities, and the lasting impact of their work. The selected women will be honored and recognized at a special event dedicated to celebrating their achievements.
Online nomination form: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSe63avX6FxY1n…/viewform
PDF form: https://www.womenforartesianm.org/women-impact or can be picked up at Artesia Chamber, Artesia Daily Press, or KSVP Radio Station.
LIFEGUARD TRY OUTS-ARTESIA AQUATIC CENTER
March 16-March 23, 2024. Call the Aquatic Center for more information 575-746-8525.
REVIVAL
Sunday, March 17-Friday, March 22, 2024. 7 powerful services at The Potter’s House Christian Fellowship Church 1302 W Chisum Ave, Artesia. Click here for all the details.
ARTESIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPRING BREAK
March 18-22, 2024
SPRING BREAK SPLASH CAMP AT THE ARTESIA AQUATIC CENTER
March 18-22, 2024 from 8am-3pm at the Aquatic Center 711 Bowman Dr. This camp is for kids ages 5-12yr. $100 per child. 30 kids max. Activities will include- swimming, games, and water themed arts and crafts. They will provide snacks, drinks, and all the water 😉 What do you need to bring : swimwear, towel, and lunch. Call AAC @575-746-8525 to sign up!
CASEY WHITE FOUNDATION SMOKING CLAY SHOOT
Saturday, March 23, 2024. Eddy County Shooting Range 131 Firehouse Rd. Lake Arthur, NM. Click here for all the details.
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.
FLEETWOOD MASK-THE FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE
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 all the details https://www.facebook.com/events/892856489299605/?ref=newsfeed or visit www.artesiaartscouncil.com
MAIN EVENT CAR SHOW & CRUISE
Friday, April 5 & Saturday, April 6, 2024-Join us for the 25th annual Main Event Car Show & Cruise in downtown Artesia. Click here for ALL the information! Sign up and pay online at www.CarShowPro.com Event ID #1672 or call the Chamber at 575-746-2744 or stop by the Chamber at 107 N. 1st St. Click here for food vendor application.
ARTESIA DOWNTOWN LION’S CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT
Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the Artesia Country Club. Click here for all the details.
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.
THE DOO-WAH RIDERS
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 7PM at The Ocotillo Performing Arts Center 310 W. Main St. Click here for all the details https://www.facebook.com/events/1095446985020253/?ref=newsfeed 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 this month’s training 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
Saturday, April 27, 2024 Pre-concert event 6PM/Concert 7:30PM. www.Roswellsymphony.org 575-623-5882 rso@dfn.com
2024 SUMMER ACTIVITIES FAIR
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 3:00-5:30 at The Artesia Admin Bldg (301 Bulldog Blvd). One stop shop to learn about and sign your kiddos up for all the summer activities Artesia has to offer! More details to come.
EMARIE’S ENCANTO-CARITY GOLF SCRAMBLE
Saturday, May 18, 2024 benefiting the CACNA1A Foundation’s mission for treatment and a cure for CACNA1A. Event will take place at the Artesia Country Club. Click here for all the details.
SPRING WING DING
Saturday, June 1, 2024 Wonder on Wheels Museum and crafts fair at the Desert Willow Wildlife Center (516 E. Fiesta Dr. Carlsbad) from 10am-3pm. Click here for a vendor application . The Wonder on Wheels Museum is a traveling exhibit that changes each year. This year they have a display on Agriculture. Click here for more information.
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.
