FRIDAY Oct. 28
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Through Oct. 31, you can schedule low-cost mammograms at RMCH Diagnostic Imaging, 1901 Red Rock Drive. Screenings cost $100. No provider referral is needed. Call (505) 863-7022 for an appointment. Remember, early detection saves lives!
Job Search with Technology
10:30 am – 12:30 pm: Octavia Fellin Library is offering free computer training to the community. Class size is limited to 10 people. Register at the Front Desk. Prerequisites: Must have taken Beg. PowerPoint. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Family Movie
4 pm: a family film for everyone to enjoy. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Film: Hocus Pocus
Pretty Pink Party
5:30 to 7:30 pm: Coordinated by the City of Gallup, there will be pink snacks, raffles, and more. For information, contact Fran Palochak at (505) 879-6570 or Linda Garcia at (505) 879-4176. El Morro Event Center, 210 S. Second St.
PETacular Pet Costume Contest
7 pm: Pre-register at mall office. Categories: Dog, Cat, and other. First 25 registered receives a goodie bag for their pet. Prizes will be awarded. Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.
Family Movie
4 pm: a family film for everyone to enjoy. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Film: Hotel Transylvania
SATURDAY Oct. 29
Workforce First Aid and CPR Training
9 am-4 pm: emergency training or the workplace or community. $60. Rio West Mall, UNM Community Center next to JC Penny’s, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeater’s Anonymous 12-step meetings. Held every Sunday at 6 to 7 pm. at the Hozho Center. 216 W. Maloney. Open to anybody who has a desire to stop compulsive eating. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208or (505) 870-1483.
Family Halloween Carnival
2 - 5 pm, celebrate Halloween at the children’s branch. Wear your costume and join the fun. There will be games, crafts, and treats for the entire family to enjoy. Get a jump-start on Halloween. If you have questions, call (505) 726-6120 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
SUNDAY Oct. 30
Church of the Holy Spirit
Join us for the Holy Eucharist. Begins: 10:30 am. For more information, please call (505) 863-4695. Location: 1334 S. Country Club Dr.
MONDAY Oct. 31
Halloween Fright Fest Marathon
1 pm: celebrate the spookiest day of the year with some fan favorite horror films. The Grudge, The Sixth Sense, and The Lost Boys. Come in costume; no masks. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Trick or Treat at the Library
Families are encouraged to come to the library to show costumes and receive a special treat. Trick-or-treat time will be 5 to 7 pm. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Trick or Treat at the Mall
5 -7 pm: Stay warm and trick-or-treat at the mall. No Masks. Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.
WEDNESDAY Nov. 2
Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)
An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. Starts: 10:30 am. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Free
Maker’s Club (ages 7 and up)
A club for kids interested in science, math, building, and inventing. Each week features a different challenge, project, or experiment. Starts: 5 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
Navajo Water Project
6 – 8 pm: George McGraw of the DigDeep will speak at the Library about the Navajo Water Project and the work of the “Water Lady” who works hard to provide reservation families access to fresh water. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Open-Mic Night
Local talent takes center stage from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W. Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.
THURSDAY Nov. 3
Community Blood Drive
Nov. 3, from 2 to 6 pm; and Nov. 4, from 8 am to 12:30 pm: RMCHCS Auxiliary is hosting a community blood drive with United Blood Services in the RMCH third floor Solarium. Call United Blood Services at (505) 246-1457 to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information call Bobbie at (505) 863-6959 or Mary Ann at (505) 863-3098.
Crafty Kids (All ages)
Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
Kenneth Seowtewa: Zuni Mural Project
6 – 8 pm: Artist Kenneth Seowtewa will visit the library to talk about his ongoing mural project at the old Zuni Mission. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
The Moving Wall
The Moving Wall is a replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., and will be returning to the Navajo Nation on Nov. 3 – 7. For more info, contact Jackie Burbank (928) 349-0975; Tom Tso (928) 724-3386; Elbert Wheeler (505) 780-2803. Chinle High School, Chinle, Ariz.
ONGOING
ArtsCrawl
ArtsCrawl is held the second Saturday of every month from 7 to 9 pm, downtown Gallup.
Cars N Coffee
Every Sunday in the Camille’s parking lot from noon to 2 pm. Check out cars – new, old, vintage, and bikes. Cruise at 1:30 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.
Childbirth Education Class
RMCHC Women’s Health Unit offers childbirth education classes, at no charge, every second Saturday of the month in the RMCH Library, 1901 Red Rock Drive, from 9 am-1 pm. Contact WHU at (505) 863-7026.
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
First Monday of the month, from 3 - 5 pm. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling, and other environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information. Octavia Fellin Public Library: 115 W. Hill Ave.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am - noon, Tue – Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Rd. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Friday Night Hootenanny
Gallup’s longest-running live show! Every Friday night from 7 - 9 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.
Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society
Wednesdays are low-cost Spay and Neuter Days, at the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society. For more information, please call (505) 863-2616, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: 1315 Hamilton Rd.
Gallup Solar
The nonprofit, Gallup Solar, is hosting free Solar 101 classes about all things related to off-grid solar systems on the first three Wednesdays of each month, 6 - 7 pm, at 113 E. Logan Ave. All welcome any week. No registration required. For info call: (505) 728-9246.
Habitat for Humanity Yard Sale
The fundraisers are open 9 am - noon every Saturday. If you have household items to donate or wish to volunteer on construction or another service call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226, Warehouse Lane off Allison Road.
Karaoke
Friday nights: Karaoke at Sammy C’s with DJ Marvelous. 9 pm. 107 W. Coal Ave. (505) 863-2220.
Recycling Council
McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit working to increase recycling through education, community outreach, and partnership with local government agencies. MCRC meets the first Saturday of the month at 2 pm, at Red Mesa on Hill St. For more information, please call (505) 722-5142 or visit Recylegallup.org.
SAVE THE DATE
Arts & Crafts Fair and Recycling Jamboree
Nov. 5, from 9 am - 3 pm: Gallup Community Service Center (Old Bingo Hall)
Seeking vendors of recycled arts and crafts. Contact: Betsy (505) 721-9879, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Church Fundraiser
Fresh evergreen wreaths, swags, garlands, centerpieces, and more from the Pacific Northwest are available for decorating and gifting for the upcoming holidays. The deadline to order, for local delivery, or direct delivery in the continental USA, is Nov. 7. This is a fundraiser for two local Gallup churches: Westminster Presbyterian to raise funds for camp scholarships and for Church of the Holy Spirit for their music ministry. For more information, contact Betsy (WPC) (505) 722-9257 / This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; or Loren (HS) 863-2947.
Small Business Banking Forum
Nov. 10, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm: Do you have an idea for an innovation that needs help getting off the ground? Looking for ways to fund your business or idea? Need assistance preparing a plan to gain investor interest? UNM-Gallup Campus SSTC Conference Room 200, 705 Gurley Ave. Call (505) 722-2220 to register, gallupsbdc.unm.edu.
Non-denominational Monthly Taize’ Service
Nov. 13, 6:30 pm: Join us for a time of rest, silence and spiritual refreshment. This is an opportunity to calm and quiet the soul before the new week starts. Music, chant, Scripture, and candlelight are part of this special service held at Westminster Presbyterian Church on Boardman Drive (151 N.M. 564 near the Orleans Manor Apartments). For more information, call Kathy Mezoff, (505) 870-6136.
Spa Day
Nov. 14: Treat yourself and/or a friend to a relaxing rejuvenating facial, manicure, or pedicure for $5 each. The event is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society Ups & Downs Relay For Life Team. To make an appointment between 11 am and 6 pm call (505) 863-7561. Walk-ins are Welcome! For more information, call Joyce, (505) 863-3075. UNM-Gallup Cosmetology Department in Gurley Hall, 705 Gurley Ave.
Gallup Interfaith Community Gathering
6:30 pm, Nov. 15 at Westminster Presbyterian Church: Get to know your neighbor, and be a part of creating a better community. Bring a dish or drink for a shared meal. The church is located at 151 State Highway 564, on the hill near Orleans Manor Apartments. For more information, contact Rev. Lorelei Kay (505) 290-5357.
Tuba City Christmas Tree Lighting
Nov. 18: As always, this is a community Christmas tree. It is you tree — a tree that will bring your family together once again, to laugh, to giggle, to cheer and “Rock Around the Christmas Tree.” Hogan Family Restaurant parking lot, 10 Main St., Tuba City, Ariz.
2nd Annual Craft Fair/ Golden Angel Giving Tree Kick Off Event
Nov. 19: Booths, $25. Big cupcake cake-walk. Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.
The Plateau Sciences Society
2:30 pm, Nov. 20 at the Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill Street in Gallup. Pam Maples will present the documentary, “Clean Up: Why & How.” The projected climate change is expected to make this region hotter and drier within the coming years. A program being conducted on the Navajo Nation is designed to clean up all residual storage tanks that may be contaminating local water supplies. This project may be limited in scope, but in years to come, every drop saved will be important. There will be time for discussion afterwards. For more information contact Martin Link, (505) 863-6459.
Santa Arrives at Center Court
Nov. 25 at the Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.
New Student Orientation UNM-G
Nov. 30: 5:30-7 pm; Dec. 3: 9:30-11:30 am; Dec. 14: 2-4 pm; Jan. 7: 9:30-11:30 am. For all incoming freshmen including transfer students. UNM-G, Student Services and Tech Center Room 200, 700 Gurley Ave.
2016 Winter Arts & Craft Fair
Dec. 3 – 4 at the Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center, 700 Montoya Blvd. (505) 722-2619.
