FRIDAY, September 13
Get Up & Game
12 pm-4 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family.
Open MakerSpace
4 pm-6 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Learn new techniques and technoloties. We’re providing materials for our butten press and magnets. Intended for ages 8 and older.
Crownpoint Navajo Rug Auction
7 pm-10 pm @ New Crownpoint Elementary School gymnasium (Main St. H-1, Crownpoint). Second Friday of the month. For more information, call (505) 879-9460
Nursing Program Information Session
10 am @ UNM-Gallup (705 Gurley Ave., Gallup) Nursing Building, Room 135.
Canine Compadres class
5 pm @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). This week, our mentor, Rishard Wood ~ Cherry Pit Training, will be out to visit! This class will be held at the ranch. Everyone is welcome to come join Erin and Manda and Rishard! Please make sure your dogs are contained on a leash. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
Reawakenings Open Arena & Family Fun Night
6 pm @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Our arena is open on Friday evenings. Minors, please bring a parent/guardian, they will need to sign your release. We will also have games in the Tack room! (Monopoly, Pictionary, FUN Bingo, Cards, etc.) Bring Your Own Refreshments, please. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
SATURDAY, September 14
NO STORY TIME today at children's branch
23rd Charity Invitational Golf Tournament
8 am-4 pm @ Fox Run Golf Course (1109 Susan Ave., Gallup). Registration and breakfast at 8 am. Tee time at 9 am. $125 per person or $500 for a four-person team. For more information: rmch.org or call Rhonda Ray (505) 863-7024 or Clarice Begay (505) 863-7283.
GMCS District Open House
10 am-2 pm @ Miyamura High School (680 Boardman Ave., Gallup). Entertainment, food and community information booths.
Self-defense with Matt & Dillon
9 am @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Join Matt and Dillon for their self defense class, based in realistic techniques of mixed martial arts for your personal protection. Everyone is welcome. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
Canine Compadres class
9:30 am @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Join Erin, Manda and our mentor, Rishard! Basic obedience, service dog training and support, and more. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
El Malpais National Monument: Astronomy Talk and Night Sky Viewing
7:30 pm @ El Malpais Visitor Center (1900 E. Santa Fe Ave., Grants). For more information call: (505) 876-2783.
SUNDAY, September 15
September is Library Card Sign Up Month
Stop by either OFPL Location (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup and 200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup) to sign up for a library card or replace lost cards for free during the month of September. Fines will be forgiven for library card holders under age 18 as well as Teacher card holders. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
We READ, We TALK Book Club
Register at either library (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup and 200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup)September 1st through September 21st for a free copy of House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto Urrea. The story by a Pulitzer Prize finalist, the De La Cruzes, a family on the Mexican-American border, celebrate two of their most beloved relatives during a joyous and bittersweet weekend. Get ready for some great conversations, good food and tons of fun! Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
MONDAY, September 16
Neighborhood Meeting
6 pm-7 pm @ City Hall (110 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Public information meeting with District 3 Councilor Yogash Kumar. Kumar along with a representative from DePauli Engineering Services will addres question concerning the Whole Block Reconstruction Project. For more information: contact (505) 863-1290.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Conferences being held at schools throughout Gallup McKinley County. Check with your child’s school for times and details.
GMCS Board Meeting
6 pm-7pm @ Thoreau Middle School (8 Hawk Cir. Thoreau).
TUESDAY, September 17
Think It Print It: 3D Printing (ages 8-13)
4 pm-6 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup) . If you can think it you can print it. Join us as we learn how to make objects using TinkerCAD and create your own personalized name keychain. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (505) 726-6120.
Irving Toddy: A Retrospective
6 pm-7 pm @ The Ingham Chapman Gallery, UNM Gallup (705 Gurley Ave., Gallup). Artist Lecture Calvin Hall Room 248. Reception to follow. Free and open to the public. Exhibit: Aug. 19-Sept. 27.
County Commission Meeting
9 am-12pm @ McKinley County Courthouse (207 West Hill, Gallup; 3rd Floor Chambers).
Gallup Interfaith Community Meeting
6:30 pm @ Westminster Presbyterian Church ( 151 State Highway 564 – Boardman Drive). Meeting in advance of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of CROP Hunger Walks worldwide. A film history of the food trains that crossed the country after WWII, collecting food for those starving in Europe and Asia and the subsequent initiative taken by young people to begin the Crop Hunger Walks will be shown. Dinner will be provided. For more information (505) 722-9257; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Steve (505) 870-1942.
WEDNESDAY, September 18
Story Time Wednesdays
10:30 am-11 am @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Get ready for rhythm and rhyme at Storytime! We’re using rhyme to help build our language skills. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. Every Wednesday at 10:30 am and Saturday at 11 am. This program is intended for children ages 2-4.
Wednesday Night Films
5:30 pm- 7:30 pm @ Main Branch (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup) This week’s film: Escape Room.
THURSDAY, September 19
Crafty Kids (all ages)
4 pm-5 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup): Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Popsicle Stick Dragonflies.
Neighborhood Meeting
6 pm-8 pm @ Stagecoach Elementary School (3310 Manuelito Dr., Gallup). Meeting with District 4 Councilor Fran Palochak. Residents outside District 4 are also welcome.
ONGOING
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
3:30 pm-5 pm @ the Octavia Fellin Library Meeting Room (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup) first Monday of the month. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.
Recycling Council
2 pm first Saturday of the month @ Red Mesa on Hill Street (105 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit working to increase recycling through education, community outreach, and partnership with local government agencies. For more information, call (505) 722-5142 or visit www.recyclegallup.org
Recycling Depot
12 pm-1:30 pm first Saturday of the month. The Recycling Depot volunteers will accept some items, such as paper towels and toilet paper rolls. This is a free service of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council. Call (505) 722-5152.
Chess Club
4 pm- 5 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Refreshments provided. Club meets on first and fourth Tuesday of the month. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (505) 726-6120.
Future Foundations: Baby Bounce & Boogie
10 am-11 am @ Future Foundations Family Center (551 Washington Ave., Grants). Baby Bounce and Boogie is designed for newborn to 3 years of age and their parents. Offered free of charge, however donations are welcome! Every other Wednesday. For more information: (505) 285-3542.
Gallup Storytellers Toastmasters
6:30 pm @ Earl’s Restaurant (1400 East Highway 66, Gallup). Toastmasters meets every Thursday (except holidays). Guests welcome. For more information : Fran Palochak (505)-879-6570 or Carl Ballenger (505) 879-0191.
Gallup Solar
6 pm-8 pm Wednesday (113 E. Logan, Gallup). Free community classes and presentations about all things solar. For more information: (505) 728-9246.
Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society
Wednesdays are low-cost Spay and Neuter Days, at the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society (1315 Hamilton Rd., Gallup). 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.
Rockin J Reawakenings Dog Training
2 pm every Friday and 9:30 am every Saturday dog training needs and assistance. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).
Rockin J Reawakenings Horse Demo
11 am every Saturday. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM). For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Rockin J Reawakenings basic self-defense class
1 pm free for anyone. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM). For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Rockin J Reawakenings Welcome Center
10 am-2 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM). For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Free HIV Rapid Testing
9:30 am-4:30 pm Monday - Thursday @ First Nations Community HealthSource, (1630 S. Second St., Cedar Hills Plaza 262-#11, Gallup). For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call (505) 863-8827.
Overeaters Anonymous
10 am every Saturday @ the First Methodist Church, ( 1800 Redrock Drive, Gallup). Overeaters Anonymous 12-step meetings. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 870-1483.
Alcoholics Anonymous
5:45 pm Mondays @ Fellowship Hall WR Christian Center (across from N.N. Fairgrounds/Wellness Center, Hwy 264). Window Rock AA Group. Visit aa-fc.org for more info.
Celebrate Recovery
6 pm-8 pm Tuesdays (1375 Elva Dr., Gallup) A Christ-centered recovery program that will help you heal from the pain of your unmanaged hurts, habits and hang-ups. Joshua Generation for Jesus. For information, call (505) 870-2175.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
6 pm - 7 pm Wednesdays, @ First United Methodist Church, (1800 Redrock Dr.,Gallup) (in the library). All are welcome.
Community Pantry
10 am-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday (1130 E. Hasler Valley Rd., Gallup). The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Friday Night Hootenanny
7 pm-9 pm Friday @ Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, (306 S. Second St.,
Gallup) Gallup’s longest-running live show!
Gallup Solar
6 pm-8 pm Wednesdays (113 E. Logan, Gallup). Gallup Solar is hosting community classes and presentations about all things solar. Call (505) 728-9246 for info.
Habitat for Humanity yard sale
9 am-12 pm. on Warehouse Lane. Habitat for Humanity fundraising yard sales are held every Sat. Volunteers for various kinds of community services needed. For info call (505) 722-4226
Recovering Addicts for Jesus
6 pm Thursday (309 Chino Loop, Gamerco). New Life ministries holds weekly meetings for anyone who is on the Recovering path from alcohol and drug abuse. Phone: (505) 722-8973.
SAVE THE DATE
Garage Sale Fundraiser
8 am-1 pm Saturday, Sept. 21 @ the Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill Ave., Gallup, sponsored by the Plateau Sciences Society. For more information: call Rachel (505) 980-5437.
Plateau Sciences Society Discussion
2 pm Sunday, Sept. 22 @Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill Ave, Gallup. The Plateau Sciences Society will talk about the increasing lack of history instruction in area schools. Time permitting, PSS may show a film commemorating the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first African slaves in what would become the U.S.A. For more information: call Rachel (505) 980-5437.
