Friday July 7
Get Up and Game
Get moving with fun and active Kinect video games! 4 - 7 pm. Children’s Branch library,
200 W. Aztec Ave.
Vinyl Re-imagined –
Art Exhibition
Local artist Raven Bright will exhibit Vinyl Art at Octavia Fellin Public Library throughout the month of July. Raven transforms vinyl records into captivating and colorful expressions using symbols, characters, and images. Raven is an award-winning artist exhibiting his work in a variety of venues in northern New Mexico. Humans of New Mexico, a non-profit group whose mission is to highlight and preserve the diversity of New Mexico’s population, recently interviewed Raven about his dance and art. Raven Bright was born in Gallup, NM and is currently a student at Fort Lewis College. 115 Hill Ave.
SATURDAY July 8
Art Exhibit
gallupARTS is excited to announce a retrospective of legendary local artist Be Sargent’s work, opening at ART123 Gallery on Saturday from 7 - 9pm (during ArtsCrawl). “25 yrs 25 wrks” will showcase one of Be’s masterpieces for each year of her career from 1993 to the present.
This show is a unique opportunity to observe how an artist’s style and creative process evolves over time. It will be on view through August 5.
For questions call (505) 488-2136 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Summer Reading Program: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
At 2pm, staff from the Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary will be visiting the Children’s Branch with wolf pups. 200 W. Aztec Ave.
Camp ArtsCrawl
Talent Show
On July 8, singers, dancers, mimes, and air guitarists show off your skills for a chance to win: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd prize. 8-9 pm, at the intersection of 2nd and Coal. Sign up for a 5-minute time slot by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 488-2136. All ages and varieties are welcome for family-friendly acts!
MONDAY July 10
Gadget Garage Technology Hour
One-on-one technology assistance. Bring in your personal devices to receive
help from the library’s technology trainer. He’ll be answering questions and
trouble shooting. This program is first come first serve. 5 pm - 6 pm, Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 Hill Ave.
Sustainable Gallup Board
The City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board, meets on first Monday each month from 3 - 5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling & other environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information.
Running Dine Bikeyah
July 10 - 17 join the Navajo Nation for the 7th Annual Running for a Stronger and Healthier Navajo Nation. For more information visit: www.nnsdp.org or call Eddie Scott Yazzie (928) 871-6553.
TUESDAY July 11
Maker’s Club (6 and older)
Science and engineering for the whole family. 4 - 5 pm. This month’s activity: LEGO STEM. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
WEDNESDAY July 12
All Things Solar
Gallup Solar is hosting free classes about all things solar Wednesdays from 6 - 8 pm at 113 E. Logan. Call (505) 728-9246 for info on topics and directions.
Community Action Event
Join us for a FREE family fun and community action at the Gallup Community Center from 5:30 pm - 7:15 pm. There will be a free raffle, free games, and free food plus good discussion. Local organizations will join us to provide information about their services. Share your ideas and be part of the conversation on how we can promote economic success for women and children in Gallup and surrounding areas. Hosted by the Southwest Women’s Law Center.
Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)
An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. 10:30 - 11:30 am. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
Wednesday Night Films
Free weekly movie. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 Hill Ave. Popcorn provided. This week’s movie: Saturday Night Fever
THURSDAY July 13
Crafty Kids (All Ages)
Fun crafts for the whole family. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. This week’s activity: Washer Mod Podge Necklace
ONGOING
ArtsCrawl
ArtsCrawl is held the second Saturday of every month from 7 - 9 pm, downtown Gallup.
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
Meets on the first Monday of the month from 3 - 5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library (management room). Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling and other environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am - noon, Tue – Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. 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 - 8 pm, at 113 E. Logan Ave. All welcome any week. No registration required. For info call: (505) 728-9246.
Green Revolution
Through September 9, enjoy: Green Revolution. This Smithsonian Institution “Traveling Exhibition Service” uses recycled and repurposed materials to teach creative ways to reduce waste and conserve energy. Don’t miss this free exhibit full of hands-on fun for everyone at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E Main Street, during regular museum hours. For more information visit www.fmtn.org/FarmingtonMuseum or call (505) 599-1174.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity yard sales are held every Saturday, 9 am - noon on Warehouse Lane, weather permitting. Volunteers wishing to serve on construction projects may sign up there or call (505) 722-4226.
K-3 Plus: A Super Start to School
Give your kids a “Jump Start” this summer. Program is available at all GMCS Elementary Schools. For students who will enter Kindergarten and 1st-3rd Grades next school year. Contact your local Elementary School for enrollment information.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous 12-step meetings. Held every Saturday at 10 am. The First Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Drive. Open to anybody who has a desire to stop compulsive eating. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 870-1483.
Photography
by Ken Hoffman
Through July 22, experience the photography of Ken Hoffman. New Mexico: A Meditative State features 25 photographs Hoffman has taken throughout the state. All of his photography is film based utilizing a Chamonix large format camera. Working exclusively in black and white, he develops and prints in his own darkroom. Nothing is manipulated digitally. This exhibition is free to the public with a SUGGESTED DONATION of $3 per person. For more information contact the Farmington Museum at (505) 599-1174 or online at www.fmtn.org/FarmingtonMuseum.
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.
Support Early Language
and Literacy for School Success!
Gallup McKinley County Schools is currently recruiting pregnant women and teens in McKinley County with children from birth to 5 years of age. There are no income guidelines and services are free to ALL community members. Learn more about this opportunity by contacting BeBe Sarmiento at (505) 721-1055.
SAVE THE DATE
38th Annual Commemoration Event
On July 15, join us for the 38th Annual Church Rock Uranium Tailings Spill Commemoration. 12 Miles North of Red Rock State Park. Sunrise prayer walk to the site, now a Superfund site. Red Water Pond Road.
Gallup Interfaith
Gathering
On July 18, join the Gallup Interfaith Gathering. Bring food for a shared meal. Bring a friend! 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive). Call (505) 290-5357.
Great Muddy Endurance Races
On July 22, come out and experience the Great Muddy Endurance Races at the Gallup OHV/MX Park. There will be lots of mud, obstacles, music, food and fun for the whole family. Online registration: active.com. Registration packet pickup begins on Friday July 21 5-9 pm. Registration continues on race day from 6-7:30 am at the Gallup HV/MX Park. Free camping is available. Parking: $3. Call (505) 863-7136 or (505) 863-7519.
IMPORTANT MEMO SUBMITTERS
To keep the Gallup Sun, a free weekly newspaper for readers, effective Friday, Aug. 4 there will be a $5 flat rate charge for each calendar item. Thumbnail pic: $5. Prices based per issue. Package rates available for multiple submissions. Prepayment required. For info., please call (505) 722-8994 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
