WEEKEND EVENTS/PSA’S BEGINNING MAY 21, 2025
THURSDAY, MAY 22
Hobbs Environment Dept. announces that everyone’s invited to the Volunteer Thursday event on Thurs, May 22 from 5-7pm at the Animal Adoption Center, 700 N. Grimes for the Empower Youth Meeting. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.(391-4978)
FRIDAY, MAY 23
The City of Hobbs Parks and Recreation invites the public to its first “Movie Under the Stars” for the summer of 2025 on Fri, May 23 at City Park, 1001 E. Clinton. The family comedy “IF” will be shown at dark. Also, starting at 6pm there will be vendors offering food, drinks and novelty items, plus giveaways and a deejay playing music. Admission is free and open to everyone. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (575-397-9291 and Hobbs Parks and Rec FB page)
Graduation ceremony for Hobbs High School will begin at 6pm on Fri, May 23 at Watson Memorial Stadium. Gates will open at 4:30pm. There is NO ticket required to attend. Some rules apply as to bags/purses allowed, parking areas and more, so please go to the Hobbs Municipal Schools website or Facebook page for details. For more info, go online to hobbsamerica.com. (HHS, 575-433-0200)
SATURDAY, MAY 24
The City of Hobbs will offer another FREE Dumpster Day on Sat, May 24 at Tate Branch-South Lot, 4123 N. Lovington Hwy. from 8am-4pm or until the big roll-off container is full. Yes, tires WILL be accepted, both for passenger vehicles and semi-trucks but NO rims. For a complete list of accepted items and those NOT accepted, please go to hobbsnm.org or call 575-391-5178.
SUNDAY, MAY 25
Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame on the NMJC campus will show the 2016 film “Rogue One” at 2pm Sunday, May 25 at the theater inside the museum. It’s free for museum members, NMJC staff, faculty and students. Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for kids 6-12 and sr. citizens. (free for 5 and younger) Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (575-492-2678)
***The movie on Sun. Jun 1 will be the 2008 musical “Mama Mia!”
***The movie on Sun. Jun 8 will be the 1993 sports comedy “The Sandlot”
***The movie on Sun. Jun 15 will be the 1998 romantic comedy “The Parent Trap”
***The movie on Sun. Jun 22 will be the 2013 family comedy “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” and
***The movie on Sun. Jun 29 will be the 2003 fantasy drama “Big Fish”
MONDAY, MAY 26 (MEMORIAL DAY)
The City of Hobbs invites the public to attend a Memorial Day Ceremony at 5pm at the Hobbs Veterans’ Memorial Park, 5120 Jack Gomez Blvd. (north of Rockwind Golf Course). It will include featured speakers and dedication of new bricks along the Memorial’s Path to Freedom. The event will offer a chance to remember and honor those who served in the U.S. military and died. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.
STARTING MAY 24 THROUGH SEPT. 30
The City of Hobbs Splash Pad summer hours begin Sat, May 24 with splash pads open every day from 10:30am to 7:30pm at the following locations:
***City Park, 1001 E. Clinton St;
***Jefferson Park, 1120 W. Park St;
***Mills Elementary, 3000 N. Acoma St;
***Taylor Elementary, 1800 E. Pecos Dr; and
***Washington Park, 1301 E. Marland Blvd.
Also, the outdoor pools at Del Norte Park and Humble Park open to the public on Sat, May 24 but days and hours of operation vary, so please get more info at hobbsnm.org. (See the Summer Guidebook)
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/MAY 30-31
The public is invited to Lovington’s annual “Smokin’ on the Plaza” on Fri and Sat, May 30-31 at the historic Lovington Courthouse Square, 100 N. Main St. Events include the IBCA Barbecue Cook-off, vendors selling foods, drinks and other items, roller skating, a splatter room, beer garden and live music both evenings.
***Friday evening entertainers include Pecos and the Rooftops with Liquid Gypsy and the Wicked West Band.
***Saturday evening entertainers include Conjunto Bengala and AB Quintanilla y Kumbia All Starz. There is NO charge for admission and no tickets required for the live music and entertainment. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (Lovington Mainstreet 396-1418, Lov Chamber of Commerce and EDC websites and FB pages)
Llano Estacado Art Association will host a 2-day workshop, “Everything Murals” on Friday, May 30 from 4-8pm inside and Saturday, May 31 from 9am-5pm outside at 230 W. Lovelady (both days) in Hobbs. Cost is $35 total for both days. The instructor is Kirsten Mauritian, an artist and art educator from Artesia. All supplies will be furnished along with breakfast burritos and lunch for participants. To sign up or get more info, call 575-390-9086. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.
THROUGH JUNE 2
Hobbs Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for nominees in the annual awards recognition banquet to be held in June. Anyone may make nominations for Business of the Year, Outstanding Young Man, Woman, Citizen, Educator and Public Safety Officer of the Year. Forms are available online at www.hobbschamber.org or email executive@hobbschamber.org. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (397-3202)
THURSDAY, MAY 29 THROUGH END OF JUNE
Vitalant welcomes the public to give blood and help save lives during upcoming blood drives in the area. Walk-ins are welcome or call ahead to set up an appointment at 575-625-9743. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com or vitalant.org.
***A blood drive is set for Thurs, May 29 from 11am-2:30pm in the Bloodmobile at Pecos Valley Production, 2620 N. Lovington Hwy in Hobbs.
***A blood drive is set for Sat, June 7 from 1-5pm at Christian Center Church in McClain Hall at 4024 W. College Lane (and Lov Hwy) in Hobbs.
***A blood drive is set for Tues, June 10 from 11am-3pm in the Bloodmobile at Mewbourne Oil Co, 4827 N. Lovington Hwy in Hobbs
***A blood drive is set for Fri, June 20 from 10am-2pm in the Bloodmobile at Legacy Safety & Consulting, 3229 Industrial Drive in Hobbs.
***A blood drive is set for Sat, June 28 from 12noon-3pm at Texas Roadhouse restaurant, 4210 N. Lovington Hwy in Hobbs.
FRIDAY, JUNE 20 THROUGH MONDAY, JUNE 23
Lea County Environment Dept. invites the public to take part in a FREE “Team Up to Clean Up” event in Jal with roll-off containers located at 3421 NM Hwy 18 from June 20-23. For a list of acceptable items and more details, please go to www.leacounty.net. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.
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The Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame welcomes the public a new exhibit, “Prometheus in the Desert: The Manhattan Project and Dawn of the Nuclear Age” at the museum located on the NMJC campus in Hobbs. There will be props and costumes from the movie “Oppenheimer” and other items on display, plus the history and science behind the Manhattan Project and the atomic bomb. It’s free for museum members, NMJC faculty, students and staff. For everyone else there is a $5 fee for adults, $3 for sr. citizens and children. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (575-492-2678)
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Hobbs High School Class of 1975 will hold its 50th Class Reunion on Sept. 5 and 6 in Hobbs. The theme is “A Time of Enchantment”. For more info, see the Facebook page: HHS Class 75 Reunion. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (Vivian Flemens at flemens31057@yahoo.com)
Hobbs Public Library at 509 N. Shipp St. is now open Mon-Thurs from 9am to 7pm, then Fri and Sat 9am-3pm (closed Sunday). Watch the library’s Facebook page for details about free projects and programs for all ages or call the front desk for info, 397-9328.
TUESDAY PROGRAMS:
***Tuesday Two’s: 10-10:30am with story time and craft geared for 2-yr-old’s;
***Tuesday Storytime: Storytime with story and craft for 3-5 years age, 11am-12pm
***Books and Beyond: For Grades 4-6 from 11am-12pm and 4-5pm
WEDNESDAY PROGRAMS
***Baby Talk: 10-10:30am with storytime and craft geared for expectant mothers, caregivers and children 0-24 months of age
***Storytime: Story and craft geared for ages 3-5, 11am-12pm
***We Read Club with starting library skills and story time for K-3rd grade, 3-4pm
***Wed VIP for grades 4-6, 3-4pm (group games, arts, crafts, STEM projects and more)
THURSDAY PROGRAMS:
***Dual Language 11-12pm Spanish & English storytime and craft for 3-5 years of age;
***Get Crafty adult program, 3:30-4:30pm
SATURDAY PROGRAMS:
***The library also offers crafts for everyone from 11am-noon downstairs in the children’s department on Saturdays.
***Kanopy is now available to stream TV shows, movies, documentaries and more. You’ll need a library card number and pin to set up a Kanopy account. The service is free for Hobbs Public Library card holders.
***Curbside service still is available; order books, DVD’s, audiobooks and music CDs with a limit of 5 items to be picked up Mon, Wed and Fri from 2-4pm. Have your current, unblocked library card ready. Call the library when you arrive and items will be taken by staff to your vehicle. (575-397-9328)
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Vdex Diabetes of Hobbs reminds you that it’s important for diabetics to know their A1c number (a-one-c) for better long-term health management and maintenance of proper blood glucose levels. You can make an appointment with Vdex Diabetes at 575-492-0110 to test your A1c. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.
Local veterans are reminded that the Permian Warriors Partnership hosts a coffee event once a month at Hobbs VFW Post #3274 at 609 W. Alto Dr. It’s usually on a Friday 8-10am with notice being announced and posted at the local VFW hall. It’s free and open to all veterans. Issues will be discussed; medical and other veterans resources will be shared. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (call Mike Mings, 390-3304)
Xcel Energy wants customers who are struggling with high electric bills to know they offer help—call 1-800-895-4999 Monday-Friday or visit the customer support page at xcelenergy.com to learn about payment options and program to help.
The Lea County Center for the Arts is open at 122 W. Broadway in Hobbs. Hours are Thursday-Saturday, 8am-7pm (closed Sunday-Wednesday). Admission is free, open to all. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (www.lccanm.org; 575-433-2787; 433-ARTS)
***After-School Art Classes are offered on Wednesdays 4-5pm for K-5th grades and Thursdays 4-5pm for students in grades 6-12 (except during summer and holiday breaks) There is a fee charged per class. For times and cost see www.lccanm.org.
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***Hobbs Police Department announces that it will conduct sobriety checkpoints at various areas within Hobbs City Limits throughout the month, especially during holidays. These checkpoints are intended to help reduce alcohol- and other intoxicant-related incidents and increase public safety.
***Lea County Sheriff’s Office announces that it will conduct DWI checkpoints at various times and places in Lea County throughout the month, especially during the holidays. Drivers are reminded to buckle up and drive safely and soberly without texting or other distractions. Please make sure passengers, especially children are wearing seatbelts and pets are properly secured. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.
***New Mexico State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration-insurance-driver’s license checkpoints in all counties and issuing citations throughout the month, especially during the holidays. This is to reduce drug and alcohol-related deaths and help change society’s attitude about driving while impaired by alcohol, marijuana or other drugs. Buckle up, don’t speed, and don’t drink-and-drive…help save lives. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (575-885-3138; www.sp.nm.gov.
Ask about registration and enrollment in upcoming sessions of NMJC’s English as a Second Language (ESL) and Citizenship FREE classes. Call 575-492-2629 for more information. The office is open in its new location, 109 S. Dalmont on Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (Spanish speaker available). Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (Kathleen, 575-492-2630; Spanish speakers Sandra 492-2629 and Ayde, 492-2631)
***Ask about registration/enrollment in upcoming sessions of NMJC’s FREE High School Equivalent (GED or HiSET program) and Entrepreneurial classes held at the new location, 109 S. Dalmont. All classes are offered at no charge. Interest? Call 575-492-2630 for dates, times and other info but hurry because the deadline is approaching. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (see list of names/numbers above)
The Lea County Museum in Lovington is open with buildings at 103 N. Love, 114 E. Central and others near the courthouse. Normal hours are Mon-Friday from 9am-5pm; admission is free to all buildings and exhibits and to most programs. Find out more at 1radiosquare.com. (396-4805)
Salvation Army of Lea County’s Food Bank at 520 E. Main St. is open to the public Mon, Wed and Fri 9am-12noon and 1-4pm. The free food pantry is open for those in need. Food is taken to shut-ins in all communities of Lea County and some in West Texas once each month. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (397-2119; 820 S. Fowler)
***Donations are accepted for the local Women’s Career Closet. Donations should be primarily business casual and professional clothing to be used for free by women in need who are entering and advancing through the job market. Donations may be dropped off M-F 8am-5pm at 107 S. Dalmont in Hobbs. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com.
***Oilfield Connections International, Hobbs Chapter has recently organized and is looking for members. Anyone may join. The annual membership fee starts at $25. Monthly luncheon meetings feature guest speakers and are open to members and the public ($25 meal charge). Buy a membership and get up to 20% off the luncheon cost. Members meet to network, exchange knowledge, info and experience in order to help businesses grow and prosper. Go online at www.oilfieldconnections.net for more info or to RSVP. Find out more at hobbsamerica.com. (Derek Jones, 575-393-7316)