Events

Library -- Adult Event -- What Can You Macrame? Learn the basics of macrame knotting. We'll do simple projects so that you can practice for making more complicated projects at home. This program is self-paced and materials are provided at no cost to participants. Free and open to the public, ages 18+.

Library -- Teen Event -- Teen Coding Club We will be using special software to learn how to make games and draw and do different coding skills. This program is free and open to the public. Ages 12+

Library -- Family Event -- Oh! What Fun! Join us for a Christmas/Holiday Sing-along with the Ocotillo Comedy Troop, then meet Santa at 6:00 PM for pictures followed by games, crafts for the whole family, and a cookie and hot chocolate bar! This event is free and open to the public. All ages.

Library -- Yarn United Artesia Public Library presents a crochet & knitting club. Come hang out and knit and crochet with fellow yarn lovers. Bring a project or start a new one. Please bring your own supplies. Some patterns are available. Snacks and chit chat included! Instruction will not be provided, but we can provide tips! All skill levels welcomed. Free and open to all ages.

Library -- Children's Event -- Kid's Coding Club Using Prenda, a software that will teach them the ins and outs of coding, children will learn how to design websites, build games, and create masterpieces. Join us for coding, friendships, and fun! Ages 8-12

Library -- Adult Event -- DIY Files New Do-it-Yourself program that focuses on making gifts for your friends or yourself. December's project is Scents of the Season. Simple fragrance crafts that will be welcomed by any with a nose for Yuletide smells. Free and open to the public. Ages 18+ Materials provided.

Library -- Adult Event -- What Can You Macrame? @ Sr. Center Learn the basics of macrame knotting. We'll do simple projects so that you can practice for making more complicated projects at home. This program is self-paced and materials are provided at no cost to participants. Free and open to the public, ages 50+.

Library Adult -- Lunchtime Book Discussion Group Bring a sack lunch and join us for a discussion of "Anatomy of a Miracle" by Jonathan Miles. Pick up your copy of the book at the Artesia Public Library. Rendered paraplegic after a traumatic event four years ago, Cameron Harris has been living his new existence alongside his sister, Tanya, in their battered Biloxi, Mississippi neighborhood where only half the houses made it through Katrina. One stiflingly hot August afternoon, as Cameron sits waiting for Tanya during their daily ru...