FRIDAY, AUGUST 27
NAILED IT! JUNIOR CUPCAKE WARS
4 PM. Teens are challenged to compete in a Nailed IT Inspired Junior Cupcake War! Join OFPL @ the Children’s Branch (115 W. Hill Ave.) to compete against your peers in creating cupcake designs in 30 minutes. Do you have what it takes to beat the competition? Prizes will be awarded to first and second place winners plus all participants will receive a certificate and consolation prize. Registration is limited to 12. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
MCKINLEY COUNTY BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS
9 am-4 pm @ McKinley Public Health Office (1919 College Dr.) Call (505) 722-4391 to schedule an appointment. Bring your child’s shot record. Vaccines will be provided at no cost for children through 18 years of age.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28
MYSTERY AT TOADWORT SCHOOL
5 pm. Join OFPL LIVE on Zoom for a grand feast at the Toadwort School of Magic & Mayhem. Headmaster Professor Bumblebee, has invited all the students, teachers, and ghosts to present the school’s newest and most powerful artifact, the Philosopher’s Scone. This marvelous object provides an endless supply of baked goods to any witch or wizard with the strength to control it. The hour has arrived for the unveiling—but what is this? Can you solve this magical mystery at Toadwort? Space is limited to 20 individuals. All participants will receive a dinner Zoom invitation, their character descriptions, and a coupon for FREE pizza. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
WE READ, WE TALK BOOK CLUB
3 pm. Zoom discussions on “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants” by Robin Wall Kimmerer shows how other living beings-asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, salamanders, algae, and sweetgrass-offer us gifts and lessons, even if we’ve forgotten how to hear their voices. Third Zoom discussion will be held this afternoon. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
MONDAY, AUGUST 30
CREATIVE CORNER
4 pm. on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared toward individuals approximately 15-years-old or older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. Each session is limited to 20 individuals on a first-come first-served basis. DIY Accordion Sketchbook Tired of buying the same old style of sketchbooks for practicing your art? Learn how to construct your own accordion style sketchbook using cardstock, cardboard, and glue. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 31
TUESDAY EVENING VIRTUAL ARTIST TALKS
6 pm. LIVE on the @gallupARTS and @ART123Gallery Facebook pages.
Chat with featured artists from ART123 Gallery’s “The August Show: All in One” about their creative processes.
SCIENCE AND THE FIVE SENSES
1 pm. Join us on Facebook and YouTube to explore with our five senses. This month we’re focusing on science we can see!- Density
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
SUMMER READING 2021: TAILS AND TALES
All ages can participate in Summer Reading 2021! Children read four hours, vote in the Land of Enchantment Books Awards, or complete a Summer of STEM kit. Do one, two, or all three! Expand your horizons, read different genres and a variety of literature and complete a book bingo card. All age groups are eligible to win PRIZES. The last day to submit your bingo card and enter into a grand prize drawing is Sept. 1. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
ESCAPE THE LAB: VIRTUAL ESCAPE ROOM
Put your puzzle-master skills to the test Sept. 1- Sept. 6 with our Escape the Lab: Virtual Escape Room. Successful escapees will be entered in a drawing for Wendy’s and Starbucks gift cards. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
GOING PLACES WITH STORYTIME
11 am. Join us outside by the playground at Octavia Fellin Public Library Children’s Branch. Join us for stories, songs and activities related to transportation and getting around.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
2021 LEVITT AMP GALLUP MUSIC SERIES
7 pm @El Morro Theatre (207 W. Coal Ave.) Lindy Vision is an indie rock trio of Black Native sisters who harmonize introspective and emotional lyrics.
CRAFTY KIDS
4 pm on Facebook and YouTube @galluplibrary (all ages) for family-friendly crafts and step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week we will introduce you to Back-to-school picture frames.
ONGOING
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS NEEDS HELP
Following a break-in over the week end of July 24, a number of things were taken or destroyed at the 100 E. Aztec Ave. office. Because the organization is committed to its cause, the doors are open and people are back at work. However, they would appreciate donations to help replace some of the items that were stolen, enhance their security, and get the office professionally cleaned. If you wish to help, visit bbbsmountainregion.org, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call (505) 726-4285 or (505) 728-8356.
GOOGLE CAREER CERTIFICATE SCHOLARSHIP
Jump-start your career with a Google Career Certificate scholarship. Prepare for entry-level positions in data analytics, project management, user experience design, and IT support-no college degree or relevant experience required. Apply for a scholarship at https://forms.gle/1jThmKPHVScnJuxr5 now through Sept. 15. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
RMCHCS COVID VACCINATION CLINIC
8 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). No appointments needed. For COVID testing please call (505) 236-1074 and someone will come out to your vehicle to obtain a specimen.
RMCHCS RAPID CARE
9 am-6 pm Mon.-Fri. Closed weekends. @ 1850 E. Hwy. 66. Acute care, Minor sprains & strains, minor procedures, physicals – DOT Employment and sports.
MCKINLEY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
8 am-5 pm; closed 12 pm-1 pm Mon.- Fri. @ McKinley Public Health Office (1919 College Dr.) Call (505) 722-2004 for WIC services. Call (505) 722-4391 for clinical services. For COVID vaccinations (Moderna & Pfizer), register at cvvaccine.nm.org or call for assistance. Services include vaccines for children up to age 18 and adults 19 and older; Confidential family planning & STI services and confidential harm reduction services on Thursdays from 9 am-12 pm.
MCKINLEY COUNTY BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS
8 am-4 pm @ McKinley Public Health Office (1919 College Dr.) Call (505) 722-4391 to schedule an appointment. Bring your child’s shot record. Vaccines will be provided at no cost for children through 18 years of age. Also available are: COVID vaccines Moderna/Pfizer We take walk-ins. Register on cvvaccine.nm.org site. Family planning and SDI testing (confidential service). Harm reduction is available Mon and Wed. 9 am-noon.
CIBOLA COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
The club meets monthly. It is a non-profit 501c, and an all-volunteer organization made up of local amateur radio operators who assist local governments during emergencies, find lost people, and help citizens obtain their licenses to become amateur radio operators at no cost. Visitors and members must pay for their own meals.
FIRE HYDRANT TESTING
7 am-7 pm Mon.-Sun. The Gallup Fire Dept. will conduct annual fire hydrant testing and maintenance. This includes capturing pressure readings, flowing water of the fire hydrant, cleaning, painting and documenting any inefficiency found. Customers who experience any discolored water problems after the tests are encouraged to turn on a cold-water faucet outside of the house and let it run for five to 10 minutes. A slight decline in water quality is common. If quality does not improve or further problems occur, contact the Gallup Water Department by calling the utility dispatcher at (505) 863-1200. Testing is scheduled to continue until mid-August.
