HEAD START ENROLLMENT — Head Start is currently enrolling 3- and 4-year-olds for its 2024-25 program year. Children must turn 3 by Sept. 1. To schedule an enrollment appointment, call 575-748-1141. Parents or guardians will be asked to bring the child’s birth certificate and immunization records, verification of income (2023 tax return or SNAP), and a Medicaid or private insurance card. —————– ARTESIA HEALTHCARE AND REHAB OPEN HOUSE — Artesia Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center invites the public to an open house from 10:30 a.m. – noon Friday, June 14, at the Center, 1402 W. Gilchrist Ave. Learn about the services provided, tour the facility, meet the staff, and enjoy snacks and beverages in the rose garden. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP to Helen at 575-308-2076. For more information, call 575-746-6006. —————– NORTH EDDY REPUBLICANS — The North Eddy County Republicans will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, in the clubhouse at the Artesia Country Club. All are welcome. Need not be a member of the club to attend. The speaker has yet to be determined. —————– SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING — The Eddy County Commission will hold a special meeting at 8:30 a.m. Friday, June 14, in Commission Chambers at the Eddy County Administration Complex, 101 W. Greene St., Carlsbad, for the purpose of canvassing the results of the June 4 Primary Election. —————– HOSPITAL BOARD — The Artesia Special Hospital District Board of Trustees will meet at 5:15 p.m. Monday, June 24, in Green Chile Room A at Artesia General Hospital for the purpose of conducting regular business and discussing finances and other matters in an open setting. —————– KIDS’ STORYTIME — Children ages 12 and under are invited to a Summer Reading Program adventure-themed StoryTime and Craft at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– KIDS’ LEGO CHALLENGE — Children ages 12 and under are invited to drop in for a Summer Reading Program adventure-themed LEGO Challenge from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Friday, June 28, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575746-4252. —————– KIDS’ STEM LAB — Children ages 12 and under are invited to drop in for a Summer Reading Program STEM Lab from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesdays, June 19 and 26, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– KIDS’ MOVIE — Children ages 12 and under are invited to watch an adventure-themed movie at 11 a.m. Friday, June 21, at the Artesia Public Library. Popcorn will be served. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– ROCKY MOUNTAIN PUPPETS — Children ages 12 and under are invited to a Summer Reading Program performance by Meghan and the Rocky Mountain Puppets at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Artesia Center, 612 N. Eighth St. For more information, call the Artesia Public Library at 575-746-4252. —————– KIDS’ STORY CREATIONS — Children ages 12 and under are invited to a Summer Reading Program Story Creations event at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, at the Artesia Public Library. Join Denise Gard and her amazing Border Collies, Joey and Kira, as they bring their Egyptian adventures to the library. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– NEW MEXICO WILDLIFE — Children ages 12 and under are invited to learn about New Mexico wildlife with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 27, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– TEEN CRAFT — Teens ages 13-17 are invited to create a Summer Reading Program themed craft at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– TEEN GAMES — Teens ages 13-17 are invited to a Summer Reading Program games event at 1 p.m. Wednesdays, June 19 and 26, at the Artesia Public Library. Come play a variety of games, from life-sized Jenga to Bingo. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– TEEN ART — Teens ages 13-17 are invited to complete a Summer Reading Program themed art project at 1 p.m. Thursdays, June 20 and 27, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575746-4252. —————– TEEN IMPROV — Teens ages 13-17 are invited to a Summer Reading Program Teen Improv event at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, at the Artesia Public Library. Denise Gard will work with teens on their improv skills. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– MACARON MAKING FOR ADULTS — Adults ages 18 and up are invited to a Summer Reading Program macaron-making demonstration with Alison from Kith + Kin Roasting Co. at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Artesia Public Library. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– CRAFTING FOR ADULTS — Adults ages 18 and up are invited to a Summer Reading Program crafting event at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Artesia Public Library. Sharon Wright with Stampin’ Up will demonstrate how to make unique cards. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– YARN UNITED — Adults ages 18 and up are invited to Yarn United at noon Wednesday, June 26, at the Artesia Public Library. All skill levels are invited to crochet, knit or just untangle the yarn with other yarnsters. All forms of sewing and crafting welcome. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– LUNCH BUNCH BOOK CLUB — Ages 18 and up are invited to the Lunch Bunch Book Club at noon Tuesday, June 25, at the Artesia Public Library. Denise Gard will join in a discussion of her book “Raven Woods Smoke Signals.” Copies are available for check-out at the library or via Libby. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252. —————– LITERARY LOUNGE — Adults ages 18 and up are invited to Literary Lounge at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 27, at the Artesia Public Library. The June selection is “The Library of Lost & Found” by Phaedra Patrick. Copies are available for check-out at the library or via Libby. For more information, call the library at 575746-4252. —————– SUMMER READING FAMILY EVENT — A Summer Reading Program family event will be held at 5 p.m. Friday, June 28, at the Artesia Public Library. All ages are invited to participate in a Chalk Party. All sidewalks on the south side of the library will be decorated. Chalk will be provided. For more information, call the library at 575-746-4252.