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Youth ages 12-18 are invited to make a mushroom-lidded jar during a June 6 event at Branigan Memorial Library.

The Teen Mushroom Jars Event will be held from 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, 2025, at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave. on Roadrunner Transit Route 1.

Participants will make a mushroom-lidded jar with air-dry clay, paint and other mini decorations. Registration is optional and walk-ins are welcome.

For more information contact Taryne Heredia, Librarian, at (575) 528-4003 or by email at theredia@clcstaging.lascruces.gov.

Those who require special accommodations for a disability to participate in this event are encouraged to call the library at (575) 528-4102, TTY 711, at least 48 hours in advance.

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