FRIDAY, Dec. 7
Get Up and Game
Noon-4 pm @ Children’s Branch Library, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Drop in anytime. Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family.
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
7 pm @ El Morro Events Center, 210 S. 2nd St. Put on by Gallup Repertory Theater. Orson Welles adapted the beloved novella by Charles Dickens for radio, broadcasting it to American homes in the 1930s and ’40s. We’ve made his script into a Gallup tradition of our own, casting actors and live sound effects artists to convey the play to live audiences and on Gallup’s public radio station, KGLP. Free.
Rehoboth Boys Basketball Tournament
Through Dec. 8 @Rehoboth Sports and Fitness Center: 8 pm today; noon Saturday. (505) 863-4412, www.rcsnm.org
SATURDAY, Dec. 8
Toys for Tots fundraiser and toy drive
4-6 pm. Come out to see Cpl. Travlin’ Jack to help support the second annual funfraiser and toy drive at the Comfort Suites in Gallup, 3940 E. Hwy 66.
ArtsCrawl: Let’s Have a Ball
Downtown Gallup, 7-9 pm: Holiday Art Market, dance party. Dance performances. Live music. Get all the details on Facebook @ArtsCrawlGallup.
McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council meeting
2 pm: A change from the regular first Saturday meetings. The Council meets at the Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill Ave. The public is encouraged to attend to learn about recycling opportunities in our region, updates on Gallup residential curbside recycling, plans for recycling outreach and more. For more information about recycling in Gallup-McKinley County call Gerald or Millie at (505) 722-5142 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
DIY-cember: Knitting and Crochet for All Ages
2-3 pm @ Main Branch library: Learn the fun of fiber art at our all ages knit and crochet workshop. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own project with you for help and guidance. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Member Artist Group Show - Opening
At ART123 Gallery, 123 W. Coal Ave., 7-9 pm: See new work by ART123 member artists! More info on Facebook @ART123Gallery lineup begins noon at corner of 6th Street and Aztec Avenue and heads eastbound to 1st Street.
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
Held during ArtsCrawl at 7 pm @ Nizhoni Musical Therapy, 124 W. Coal Ave. Put on by Gallup Repertory Theater. Free.
SUNDAY Dec. 9
Taize Advent Candlelight Service
A Taize Advent candlelight service will take place at 4 pm. The theme of “Joyous Expectation” will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, Scriptures and readings. Location: 151 St. Hwy 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments.) Call Kathy Mezoff at (505) 870-6136.
TUESDAY, DEC. 11
Tech Time at the Gallup Senior Center: Avoid Holiday Fraud
10:30 am - 12:30 pm @ Northside Senior Center: Computer classes presented by the library. These classes are specially designed for anyone 55+ and teach the basic skills needed to access a computer. There will also be one-on-one help sessions. No registration needed. Contact the Senior Citizen’s Center at (505) 722-4740 for Senior Center questions. For specific questions or more information on classes please call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 12
Story Time (ages 2-4)
10:30 – 11 am@ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers 2-4 years old, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories
Wednesday Night Films
5:30-7 pm @ Octavia Fellin Public Library Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. This week’s film: Everest.
THURSDAY, Dec. 13
gallupARTS’ Member Appreciation Night
Dec. 13: Be the first to see Gallup Repertory Theater’s production of The Importance of Being Earnest. More info at www.galluparts.org/member-night.
Crafty Kids
4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Tissue Roll Christmas Trees.
DIY-cember: Holiday Card Making with Technology
5-6 pm @ Main Branch library: Make personalized and homemade gift cards this holiday season. Join us for a computer workshop on Thursday, December 13th at 5 p.m. at the Main Library. Computers will be provided but you will need to bring a flash drive to save your work. All ages and skill levels welcome! For more information or questions email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
ONGOING
Alcoholics Anonymous
Window Rock AA Group meets at Fellowship Hall WR Christian Center across from N.N. Fairgrounds/Wellness Center, Hwy 264, Mondays at 5:45 pm. Closed Speaker Meeting, limited to persons who have a desire to stop drinking. We cannot accommodate children. No attendance forms, smartphones. Visit aa-fc.org for more info.
Celebrate Recovery
A Christ-centered recovery program that will help you heal from the pain of your un-managed hurts, habits and hang-ups. Tuesday, 6-8 pm. Journey Church, 501 S. Third St. (505) 979-0511.
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
Meets on the first Monday from 3:30-5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. When those Mondays are holidays, the meetings are on the following Monday. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.
Churchrock Chapter
Churchrock Chapter is now accepting toy donations for the Christmas toy drive until Wed. Dec. 20. The toys will be distributed at the annual community Christmas dinner on Thursday Dec. 21. Please drop off an unwrapped toy for distribution at Churchrock Chapter. Let’s spread the Christmas cheer by giving. Call (505) 488-2166. Churchrock Chapter Administration.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
Meets Wednesday, 6-7 pm, at First United Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Dr. (in the library). All are welcome.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday, 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Community Providers
All meetings will be the last Thursday of every month. Speakers for the Community Providers Agenda Sept. 27 meeting are needed. Please contact Bill Camarota This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Ben Welch This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . RMCHCS East Campus, noon in the Chapel.
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 Road.
Gallup Solar
Gallup Solar is hosting community classes and presentations about all things solar Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm at 113 E. Logan. Call (505) 728-9246 for info.
Habitat for Humanity Fundraising Yard Sales
Sales are held every Saturday, noon-3 pm Volunteers are needed for home construction. Call Bill Bright (505) 722-4226 for details & directions.
Habitat for Humanity - work sessions
Habitat for Humanity work sessions held each week. Volunteers to serve on decision making meetings or wish to volunteer at or help fund construction projects. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226.
McKinley County Health Alliance
McKinley County Health Alliance convenes on the second Wednesday of the month from 11 am-1 pm at the New Mexico Cancer Center across from UNM-Gallup. Everyone is welcome to attend and engage in discussions about health, education, economic, and environmental inequities and to help facilitate change in those systems. Call (505) 906-2671.
Recovering Addicts for Jesus
New Life ministries holds weekly meetings to anyone who is on the Recovering path from alcohol and drug abuse. Our approach integrates the 12 AA steps with Biblical truths. Location: 309 Chino Loop, Gamerco. Time: 6 pm, every Thursday. Phone: (505) 722-8973
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.
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 Street. For more information, call (505) 722-5142 or visit www.Recylegallup.org.
Recycling Depot
The Recycling Depot will now be open from noon-1:30 pm on the first Saturdays of the month. Educators and artists are encouraged to come by and see what’s available. Volunteers will accept some items, such as paper towels and toilet paper rolls. This is a free service of the McKinley Citizen’s Recycling Council. Call (505) 722-5152.
SAVE THE DATE.
Christmas Concerts at RCS
Rehoboth Christian School presents their annual Christmas concerts to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Dec. 13, 2:15 pm: All School Christmas Chapel @ New High School Life Center. Dec. 16, 4 pm: High School Choir Concert @ Sacred Heart Cathedral. Dec. 18, 7 pm: fourth and fifth grade Christmas program @ Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church. The annual Christmas Concert, themed Room: He Pitched His Tent Among Us, accepts free-will offerings to support the choir. (505) 863-4412, www.rcsnm.org
The Importance of Being Earnest
Dec.14 and 15 @ the Gallup Cultural Center, 201 E Hwy 66 at 7:30 pm each night. $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12 and under. Buy tickets online at facebook.com/galluprep or galluprep.org. Buy at the door before each night’s performance. Our adaptation takes the classic comedy by Oscar Wilde and updates the setting from Victorian-era England to the Roaring ‘20s in New York.
Middle School Play: Phantom Tollbooth
Dec. 20, 6 pm @ Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church. (505) 863-4412, www.rcsnm.org
