FRIDAY, January 1
WINTER BREAK
Gallup McKinley County Schools through Jan. 1, 2021
UNM-Gallup Closed
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY EVENT – TOTALLY TRUE, NON-FICTION IN THE NEW YEAR
Visit YouTube, @galluplibrary to view episodes of the OFPL “Totally True” series where we’re exploring the OFPL non-fiction collections in books and online. Opposing Viewpoints is the first topic. Videos are posted Wed., Fri @ 11 am
SATURDAY, January 2
VIRTUAL ESCAPE ROOM 2
All Day. The time for another virtual escape room is here! Access our digital escape room collection on our website http://ofpl.online or through social media @galluplibrary. Escape Room 2 will be posted beginning Jan. 2. Registration is not required, play anytime at home. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291 for more information.
SCI-FI FEST 2021
OFPL is hosting a week of Sci-Fi related programs and fun to celebrate Sci-Fi Day. Check out our Sci-Fi collection of books and movies. Scan our social media each day for Sci-Fi facts and posts. There will also be a special Instagram Sci-Fi scavenger hunt. Join us for an out-of-this world Sci-Fi-themed Talking Tuesday. On Thursday, build your own cereal box spacecraft in Crafty Kids. There will be opportunities for Sci-Fi prizes all week long. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291 for more information.
MONDAY, January 4
RETURN FROM WINTER BREAK
8 am-9 am events for students attending Gallup McKinley County Schools who return from winter break.
CREATIVE CORNER
4 pm @ YouTube @gallup library. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis and to request supplies go through the Online Request Form. This week we will focus on Nebula Coasters (Using glossy tiles, permanent markers, and rubbing alcohol make interesting nebula color coasters to use in your home). Videos are posted weekly For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291.
TUESDAY, January 5
EVERYBODY IS TALKING TUESDAYS! – CELEBRATIONS AND DIY IDEAS
4 pm YouTube, @galluplibrary. Join the creative genius of the Octavia Fellin Public Library and our unusually talented neighbors for book-talks, author-talks, movie-talks, pop-talks, food-talks, maker-talks, tech-talks.
Tech Short Tuesdays
5 pm @galluplibrary. for “How to” tech shorts. This month we are focusing on Tech Products and emerging tech. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
WEDNESDAY, January 6
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT MEETING
11 am-12 pm online. This meeting is designed to receive public input on community development needs and suggestions for future CDBG projects. For more information: (505) 722-4248
TECH TIME EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
NEW YEAR’S PLANNING WITH TECHNOLOGY
4 pm. YouTube @galluplibrary. Learn about the different apps and tech available to help you plan your year and stay on track for your goals. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY EVENT – TOTALLY TRUE, NON-FICTION IN THE NEW YEAR
Visit YouTube @galluplibrary to view episodes of the OFPL “Totally True” series where we’re exploring the OFPL non-fiction collections in books and online. Bomb by Steve Sheinkin is the topic. Videos are posted Wed., Fri a@ 11 am
THURSDAY, January 7
CRAFTY KIDS
4 pm on Facebook and Youtube @galluplibrary (all ages) for family-friendly crafts and step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels. This week we will create Recycle Cereal Box Spacecraft
ONGOING
WE READ, WE TALK BOOK CLUB REGISTRATION
We are be reading Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse for our January session. Discussions will be held Jan. 21 at 6 pm and Jan. 30 at 3 pm. Both sessions will be held via Zoom. Participants must attend one session to keep their book. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291.
OFPL Virtual Juried Art Showcase
Call to Artists! OFPL is seeking visual art from community artists in the first OFPL Virtual Juried Art Showcase. 2021 Virtual Theme: “Art for ArtSake.”. Submit 1-3 high quality image(s) of 2D or 3D medium visual arts for OFPL’s Virtual Juried Art Showcase. Visual art may include drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, weaving, and more. Juried art showcase is divided into the following age categories: 0-4, 5-7, 8-12, 13-17, and 18+. Please see showcase requirements below:
Submission deadline: Feb. 28 by 11:59 pm. Send all submissions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by deadline. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291.
UNM-GALLUP HOLIDAY STEP CHALLENGE
Individual challenge with prizes. Goal is 420,000 steps. The challenge is six weeks or 42 days long. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 862-9389.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for more mentors to make a difference in the life of a young person. Mentors and mentees can meet for socially distance friendly interactions or hangout virtually playing games, cooking, reading, etc. via Facetime, Zoom, or other platforms. For more information call 505-726-4285 or go to bbbsmountainregion.org/volunteer to sign up today.
RMCHCS FLU VACCINES (ADULTS ONLY)
Urgent Care Clinic (520 Hwy. 564). Walk-ins 5 pm- 9 pm, Sat., 9 am - 9 pm and 12 pm-5 pm Sun. Please bring insurance information. For those with no health insurance there will be a $25 fee. Pre-registration can be done during hours of operation, 9 am-9 pm. For more information: (505) 863-2273.
RMCHCS COVID-19 DRIVE-UP TESTING
9 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri. @ Urgent Care Center (520 NM Hwy 564, north of the New Mexico Cancer Center). Closed on Sundays. Rapid testing is not available.
DIAL-A-STORY
Storytime anytime, call (505) 862-9177 to hear a story any time of the day or night. Stories will change daily, at the end feel free to leave us a message to let us know what stories you want to hear. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291.
LIBRARY CARD REGISTRATION ONLINE
Today’s libraries have programs and resources that go far beyond books. From virtual story times, family game nights and art classes, to opportunities to borrow audiobooks and stream movies, there’s something for everyone at the library. To explore all that the library has to offer, visit your library at ofpl.online to register for a free library card. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
CURBSIDE CHECKOUT SERVICES
OFPL staff continues to provide essential services to our community by offering curbside checkout, virtual classes, workshops, and public education through our social media platforms. Visit ofpl.online for the online request form. • DVD/CD check out limit is 10 - 30 library items total. OFPL Staff is on-site Monday through Friday from 11 am-5 pm. and will assist with curbside checkout. Beginning Jan. 9, there will be Saturday curbside pick-ups only from 12 pm-4 pm and must be scheduled in advance. New requests will not be processed on Saturdays. Free Comic Book to keep with your curbside order while supplies last. Call (505)-863-1291 for all inquiries including reference services.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REGISTRATION
OFPL is recruiting new members for our Friends of the Library Group. The OFPL Friends’ support library programs, services, and collections through a variety of in-kind activities. If you are passionate about helping our community grow stronger, join the Octavia Fellin Public Library Friends’ Group and get involved in event planning, local and State advocacy, fundraising and philanthropy. To join please visit https://ofpl.online/partners-of-ofpl/#friends and our Friends’ Coordinator will contact you with more information. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
NAVAJO IHS COVID-19 TESTING SCHEDULE
7 am-7 pm @Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility (Sun.-Sat.)
8:30 am-4:30 pm @ Piñon Health Center (M, T, W, F)
1:15 pm-4:30 pm @ Piñon Health Center (Th)
8:30 am-4 pm @ Tsaile Health Center (M,W,F)
1 pm-4 pm @ Tsaile Health Center (Th)
9 am-1 pm @ Rock Point Clinic (T)
8:30 am-12 pm @Crownpoint Healthcare Facility (M.T,Th,F)
12:45 pm-3:45 pm Drive-Up @Crownpoint Healthcare Facility (M.T,Th,F)
9am-3:30 pm Walk In Clinic @Pueblo Pintado Clinic (M-Th)
9:30 am-11:30 am; 1 pm-3:30 pm (Drive-Up) @ Pueblo Pintado (F)
9 am-12pm Drive Up @ Thoreau Clinic (M, F)
9 am-4 pm @Gallup Indian Medical Center (M-F)
Car-based testing located on Government Circle Dr. (Next to Emergency Dept.) @Gallup Indian Medical Center
8 am-3:30 pm Drive-Thru @ Tohatchi Health Center (M, T, Th, F)
12 pm-3:30 pm Drive-Thru @ Tohatchi Health Center (Wed.)
8:30 am-4 pm @Kayenta Health Center (Sun.-Sat.)
8:30 am-4 pm @ Inscription House Health Center (M, T, Th, F)
1 pm-4 pm @ Inscription House Health Center (Wed.)
NAVAJO IHS FLU VACCINE SCHEDULE
8 am-5 pm @Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility (M, T, W, F)
1 pm-5 pm Drive-Thru @Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility (Th)
Flu vaccinations are given in the Outpatient department.
8:30 am-4:30 pm Drive-Thru @ Piñon Health Center (M, T, W, F)
1:15 pm-4:30 pm Drive-Thru @ Piñon Health Center (Th)
8:30 am-4 pm Drive-Thru @ Tsaile Health Center (M,W,F)
1 pm-4 pm Drive-Thru @ Tsaile Health Center (Th)
9 am-1 pm @ Rock Point Clinic (T)
8 am-4 pm @ Crownpoint Healthcare Facility (M, T, Th, F)
appointments only – (505) 786-6270 @ Crownpoint Healthcare Facility (Wed.)
9:45 am-11:30 am @ Pueblo Pintado Clinic (M-F)
(Closed first Wed. of the month)
Appointments only – call (505) 655-3254
9 am-11:30 am @ Thoreau Clinic (M. T. Th, F)
1 pm-3:30 pm @ Thoreau Clinic (Wed.)
Appointments only – call (505) 862-8761
*Limited flu shots available daily
8 am-4 pm @Kayenta Health Center (M-F)
8 am-4 pm @ Inscription House Health Center (M, T, Th, F)
1 pm-4 pm @ Inscription House Health Center (Wed.)
8 am-3:30 pm Appointments only – call (505) 733-8150 @ Tohatchi Health Center (M-F)
