Directory of summer activities for children and families in the Clovis, Portales, and Tucumcari areas.
Information compiled and published for FREE by 211 staff and volunteers. To make sure YOUR events are listed next year call 575-769-2103 to be add. Deadline for data submission is April 28 approximately.
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We hope you find interesting and engaging activities for you kids this summer! Don't forget to take some time and play yourself!
Type: Library Activity
Activity: T-Rex Movie Tuesdays
By: Clovis-Carver Public Library
Description: Welcome to T-Rex Tuesday- a fun themed movie night where everyone embraces their inner dinosaur! Picture this: popcorn in hand, and a lineup of dino-packed films ranging from action-adventure to family favorites. Whether you're watching epic prehistoric battles, or lighthearted animated tales, the vibe is a little wild, and perfect for escaping into a Jurassic-sized adventure once a week!
Age group: Grades K-8
When: Tuesdays June / July at 2:30pm
Cost: Free!
Contact Name: Miss Julia
Contact Ph#: (575) 763-9683
Where: 701 N Main St
City: Clovis NM
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Roar & Explore
Age group: Grades K-3
When: M 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Dino Engineers-
Age group: Grades 4-6
When: T 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Prehistoric Storytime - Preschool Storytime
Age group: Preschool
When: W 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Discover & Learn - Special Guests
Age group: Ages 0-12 w/ adult
When: Th 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Roar & Reel - Movie and Popcorn
Age group: Ages 0-12 w/ adult
When: F 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Roar & Reel - Movie and Popcorn
Age group: Ages 13-18 (Grades 7-12)
When: T, W, TH 2:00 pm
Cost: Free
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Roar & Reel - Movie and Popcorn
Age group: Adults
When: TH 5:30 pm
Cost: Free
Deadline: Call For Details
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program
By: Portales Public Library
Description: Dino-Mite Family Night
Age group: All
When: W 5:15 pm
Cost: Free
Deadline: Call For Details
Contact Name: Sarah Victor
Contact Ph#: 575-356-3940
Where: 218 S. Ave B
City: Portales
other: Check out our Facebook /PortalesPublicLibrary
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Eat, Read, Share
By: ENMU Golden Library
Description: Spend your lunch reading, eating, and sharing books with others. Each Thursday, come to the Golden Student Success Center with a book and food/drink. We will spend most of our time eating and reading, but we will take a few minutes to talk about our books.
Age group: Ages 16+
When: Thursday's, 6/ 4 to 7/23; 12- 1 p.m
Cost: FREE
Contact Name: Reference Librarian
Contact Ph#: 575.562.2638
Where: GSSC (Golden Student Success Center), 1500 S. Avenue K, ENMU
City: Portales
other: FREE
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: STEAM Club- Volcanoes
By: Clovis-Carver Public Library
Description: Join us for this month’s STEAM Club activity- volcanoes! Learn about the reaction that takes place when an acid meets a base, as well as the science behind volcanoes!
Age group: Grades 3-8
When: June 5th, 2pm
Cost: Free!
Contact Name: Miss Julia
Contact Ph#: 575-763-9683
Where: 701 N Main Street
City: Clovis
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Gather the Nerds! Board Games
By: ENMU Golden Library
Description: Come play board games on Fridays throughout the summer!
Age group: Adults- All children must be supervision
When: Fridays 6/5 to 7/ 31; 1-3p
Cost: FREE
Contact Name: Reference Librarian
Contact Ph#: 575.562.2638
Where: Golden Student Success Center, 1500 S. Avenue K, ENMU
City: Portales
other: Free and open to all
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Black Water Draw Presents- an Introduction to Archeology
By: Clovis-Carver Public Library
Description: Description: Have you ever gone to a museum and really, really wanted to touch the exhibit? Well, come visit us at the library! Black Water Draw is bringing artefacts and giving a talk about how they were found in a basic introduction to archeology!
Age group: Grades K-8
When: June 11th, 11am
Cost: Free!
Contact Name: Miss Julia
Contact Ph#: (575) 763-9683
Where: 701 N Main St
City: Clovis
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: NM Archeological Studies Presentation
By: Clovis-Carver Public Library
Description: Description: A real archaeologist will be visiting to talk about Ice Age America! We’ll discuss the people who were living here long ago, what their environment was like, the technologies they used, and the animals that they interacted with. Join us for a hands-on exploration of exciting items in our touch-and-feel tabletop museum like spears, atlatls, sabretooth skulls and mammoth teeth. We’ll be talking, answering questions, and leading a fun activity experimenting with making tiny tracks in clay, like the ones archaeologists use to learn about the past!
Age group: Grades 2-8
When: June 23rd, 1pm
Cost: Free!
Contact Name: Miss Julia
Contact Ph#: (575) 763-9683
Where: 701 N Main St
City: Clovis
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Clovis Zoo Presentation
By: Clovis-Carver Public Library
Description: Description: Hillcrest Zoo is coming to the library! This presentation is an exciting, hands-on experience that brings the wonders of the animal kingdom right into a space full of stories. Visitors get the chance to meet real animals up close while learning fun facts from expert handlers, blending education with unforgettable encounters. It’s a lively, curiosity-filled event where books and wildlife come together to spark imagination!
Age group: Grades K-6
When: June 30th, 11am
Cost: Free!
Contact Name: Miss Julia
Contact Ph#: 575-763-9683
Where: 701 N Main St
City: Clovis
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Type: Library Activity
Activity: Bookmaking Workshop
By: ENMU Golden Library
Description: Attendees will learn basic bookbinding skills and create a small hardcover Coptic-bound volume.
Age group: Grades 7+ and adults
When: July 17 from 9am-Noon
Cost: FREE
Deadline: Online pre-registration required
Contact Name: Reference Librarian
Contact Ph#: 5755622638
Where: GSSC (Golden Student Success Center), 1500 S. Avenue K, ENMU
City: Portales
other: Free, online pre registration required