FRIDAY, Dec. 14
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.
Tech Talk: Electronics Q&A
3-4 pm @ Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. Looking for new technology, need to get the next big game system but don’t know the difference, or just need help? Bring your questions and we’ll find you the answers in this interactive holiday special Tech Talk. Let us help you find the right technology for your needs. For questions call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Importance of Being Earnest
Dec.14 and 15 @ the Gallup Cultural Center, 201 E Highway 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.
SATURDAY, Dec. 15
Story Time
11-11:30 am @ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. Every Wednesday at 10:30 AM and Saturday at 11:00 AM. This program is intended for children ages 2 - 4.
DIY-cember: Knitting and Crochet for All Ages
2-3 pm @ Main Branch. Learn the fun of fiber art at our all ages knit and crochet workshop on Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Children’s Branch. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own project with you for help and guidance. All ages and skill levels welcome!
The Importance of Being Earnest
Gallup Cultural Center, 201 E Hwy 66 at 7:30 pm. $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.
SUNDAY Dec. 16
Christmas Concerts at RCS
4 pm: Nigh School Choir Concert @ Sacred Heart Cathedral, 415 E. Green Ave.
TUESDAY, DEC. 18
Maker Zone: France - Eiffel Tower
4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. We’re going around the world in December with MakerZone! Join us every week for architecture and engineering projects based on famous landmarks from around the world and get stamps in your STEM Passport! Stop by the Children’s Branch for your passport today.
Christmas Concerts at RCS
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
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 19
DIY-cember: DIY Decorations
4-6 pm @ Children’s Branch. We’re decking the halls! Stop by the Children’s Branch to make cards, ornaments, paper chains and a 3D printing demonstration.
Wednesday Night Films
5:30-7 pm @ Octavia Fellin Public Library Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. This week’s film: Elf.
THURSDAY, Dec. 20
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.
Crafty Kids (all ages)
4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Construction Paper Stocking
Middle School Play: Phantom Tollbooth
6 pm @ Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church. (505) 863-4412, www.rcsnm.org
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 - 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
Library Closed
Dec. 21, 9 am – 6 pm: Both branches closed for Staff Development.
A Christmas Candlelight Drama
Dec. 24, 6:30 pm: Come enjoy a narrated candlelight service depicting the Nativity account with candles representing various people associated with the nativity, intermingled with traditional Christmas carols and hymns, followed a Communion Service. Gallup Christian Church (505) 863-5620, 505 S. Cliff Dr.
The RMCHCS Auxiliary awards scholarships
Scholarships are for the fall or spring semester to students pursuing an education in medical or health careers. Applicants must be full time students, have completed 12 college credit hours, and have at least a 2.0 GPA. Application deadline for the spring 2019 semester is Jan. 4. Applications are available at the UNM-Gallup Financial Aid Office and at the RMCH information desk. For more information: (505) 863-7325.
Wine & Painting: Winter Scene
Jan. 24, 6-9 pm@ ART123 Gallery, Have a creative night out! Register at www.galluparts.org/wine-and-painting
2nd Look on 2nd Street
Premiers Jan. 29, 6-8 pm, and monthly on fourth Tuesdays. Take a stroll on gallery row. Get up close and personal with local art and artists. Check out art shows, artist demonstrations and artist talks at opo Gallery, Free Spirit Gallery, ART123 Gallery, LOOM Gallery and Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe. 2nd Street from Hill to Coal in downtown Gallup. Visit: www.galluparts.org/2ndlook
