FRIDAY Oct. 9
Drop-in Films
Family Movie. Starts 4 pm. Children's Branch, 200 W. Aztec. All ages. Feature Film: Planet 51
El Morro Theater
“Star Trek Into Darkness” beginning Friday with showtimes weekdays at 6 pm (Saturday and Sunday at 3 pm). Tickets are $5. 207 W. Coal Ave.
Live Music
Hard Days Night, classic rock n roll, to perform 8 - 10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W, Coal Ave. For more information please call (505) 722-0117.
Student Job Fair
The event sponsored by UNM Gallup takes place, 12 - 4pm. Rio West Mall Center, 1300 W. Maloney Road.
SATURDAY Oct. 10
Miyamura Book Signing
Three war heroes, featuring local Medal of Honor recipient Hershey Miyamura, will hold a book signing, from 9 am - Noon at Miyamura High School, 680 Boardman Dr, Gallup. Miyamura is celebrating the release of the second edition of his book "Forged Fire." Vincent Okamoto and Joe Annello will also be signing books that can be purchased at the event.
Saturday Stories
Start your Saturday mornings off right with an interactive story time for children of all ages and their families. Each week will feature songs as well as books, at least one puppet story, and include a short craft or activity at the end. Starts 10:30 am, Children's Branch, 200 W. Aztec.
Live Music
Picked Clean, old time folk music, to perform 8 - 10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W. Coal Ave. For more information please call (505) 722-0117.
SUNDAY Oct. 11
St. Francis Rosary Rally
The event begins at Sacred Heart Cathedral, at 4 pm, and concludes at St. Francis with the 5:15 pm Mass. For more information please contact (505) 863- 3033. 214 W. Wilson Ave.
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings every Sunday at 6 pm, First United Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Dr., corner of Nizhoni/Red Rock. Enter northwest corner off Nizhoni; Library room.
MONDAY Oct. 12
Indigenous People Day Activity
From Noon to 4 pm, the Annual “Celebrate Indigenous Day 2015” will be held at the Gallup Cultural Center, 201 E Historic Highway 66. Seeking Volunteers for the front Lines on this Day of Obligation. Bring your drums, songs, signs, banners and prayers. INFO: 505-567-8651
McKinley County Schools
Data day. No school.
TUESDAY Oct. 13
Basic Computer Classes
The library is offering free computer training throughout the month of October at the Octavia Fellin Library. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. Classes are 3 - 5 pm. You can register at the library Front Desk, call (505) 863-1291, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Commission Meeting
There is a McKinley County Board Of Commissioners meeting at 9 am. For more information please contact Michelle Esquibel (505) 863-1400. Agendas available at the County Clerk's or Manager's office. County Court House, third floor, 207 W. Hill.
Teen Café
A place for middle schoolers to hang out and make crafts, design, build, experiment, watch movies, or play video games (Ages 11-14). Starts 4 pm at Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Craft: Glove Monsters
City Council
Meetings are held in the City Council Chambers at 6 pm. Agendas will be available at least 72 hours prior to each meeting. Location: City Hall 110 W Aztec Ave. For more information call (505) 863-1254.
Live Music
David M. Miller, touring the southwest to perform 8 - 10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W, Coal Ave. For more information, please call (505) 722-0117.
WEDNESDAY Oct. 14
Toddler Time
An active and energetic program for toddlers (2 - 4), featuring music, movement, rhythm, and stories. Starts at 10:30 am, Children’s Branch, 200 West, Aztec. Free.
Maker’s Club
A club for kids interested in science, math, building, and inventing (Ages 7 and up). Each week will feature a different challenge, project, or experiment. Starts 4 pm. Children's Branch, 200 W. Aztec. Craft: Game Makers
Fright Fest Film
The library is hosting a fright fest. Popcorn provided. From 6 - 8 pm. Feature: Tremors. Location: Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. Free
Open-Mic-Night
Local talent takes center stage from 8 - 10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 West Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.
THURSDAY Oct. 15
Crafty Kids
Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. Children's Branch, 200 W. Aztec. Craft: Interwoven Fish
Growing Recycling Businesses
The New Mexico Recycling Coalition will present and discuss small business idea templates to demonstrate that recycling can equal job growth. The event takes place, from 1 - 4 pm. Location: Gallup-McKinley Chamber of Commerce, 106 W Hwy 66. For more information please contact, (505) 722-2220.
ONGOING
Historias de Gallup
The Library is collecting oral histories from people in the community. Historias de Gallup will focus on Hispanic History in the area and stories that will give listeners a picture of Gallup in the past. These histories will be recorded and stored at the library for future generations to listen to. Anyone interested in participating should contact the library to schedule an interview time. Latino Americans: 500 Years of History has been made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association. For more information, please call the library at 505-863-1291 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
UNM-Gallup
The Ingham Chapman Gallery presents, Square States and Moonscapes (Sept. 28- Oct. 30). New Work by Patrick Kikut. Located: 705 Gurley Ave. For more information contact (505) 863-7500.
Quilting Group
Come on down and join our quilting group. We have quilting bees every Tuesday from 9 am – 2:30 pm, and Thursday from 9 am – 2:30 pm. For more information please contact Virginia Gustafson (505) 879-3001. Located y the Playground of Dreams and Harold Runnels Center in the Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center, at 705 Montoya Blvd.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden is offering organic produce for sale from 10 am - 12 pm, Tue - Fri. We are located at 1130 E. Hasler Valley Rd. All funds go to helping feed local folks. For personal attention call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting ask for Kenworth Jones.
First Indian Baptist Church
Monday Night Back to Basics Bible Class, Red Hills Trailer Park recreation center 7 pm; Tuesday Family Bible Study FIBC 501 S. 3rd St., 6 pm; Sunday Worship and Prayer at FIBC 501 S. 3rd, 10:30 am. Contact: Pastor Robert Fontenot (505) 979-0511. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it / www.fibcgallup.weebly.com
Gallup-McKinley 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 Rd.
Gallup Solar Meetings
Interested in learning more about solar energy? Come to a Gallup Solar meeting, held the first three Wednesdays of the month from 6 - 8 pm, East Logan Ave. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 726-2497.
Gallup Sustainable Gallup Board
The City of Gallup's Sustainable Gallup Board meets on the first Monday each month from 3 - 5 pm in the Mayor's Conference Room at City Hall. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling, and other environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information, 404 West Maxwell, Ave.
Habitat for Humanity
Yard Sale fundraisers are open 9 to noon every Saturday on Warehouse Lane off of Allison Road. If you have household items to donate or wish to volunteer on construction, call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226.
SAVE THE DATE
Humane Society Fundraiser
Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society holds its Great Gatsby Bow Meow Gala: Dinner & Dance Oct. 17 at Red Rock Park Auditorium. Comedians James & Ernie will serve as the Masters of Ceremonies. Cocktail hour is from 6 - 7 pm and dinner from 7:30 - 8 pm. There will be a live auction and games to win prizes. Tickets sold at GMHS: (505) 726-1453 or Mystique Salon and Day Spa: (505) 722-9566.
FUN RUN
UNM-Gallup’s Student Veteran’s Association presents, a spooky costume fun run, and a kids’ trick or treat dash on Oct. 24. Wear your Halloween costumes. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers and top three best costumes. Begins at 9 am. Kids under 10 are free. For more information call Brandon Lorenzo (505) 863 -7520, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: UNM-Gallup Course, 705 Gurley Ave.
White Shell Woman Workshop
The White Shell Woman Workshop will be hosted by the Miss Navajo Council, at the Gallup Campus. This save the date event will take place on Oct. 24. On site registration from 7:30- 8:30 am. The workshops takes place from 8:30 am – 4 pm. Location: Calvin Hall UNM-Gallup Campus, 705 Gurley Ave. For more information contact: Geri at (505) 488-8526.
Small Business Tax Work Shop
The Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce is hosting the small business tax workshop. The event takes place Oct. 20 from 8:30 am - 3 pm. Please register by Oct. 15. Location: 106 W Hwy 66. For more information please contact, (505) 722-2220.
Recycled Arts & Crafts Fair
In celebration of America Recycles Day the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council will sponsor Recycling Arts & Crafts Fair & Recycling Jamboree, Oct. 31, from 9 am -3 pm. The event will be held at the Gallup Community Service Center, 410 Bataan Veterans Street (Old Bingo Hall), across from the Community Pantry. To reserve a table please contact Betty (505) 722-9257.
Managing by the Numbers Workshop
UNM-Gallup presents Managing by the Numbers Workshop. Space is limited to 25 participants. Event takes place on Nov. 6 from 9 am - 3 pm. Deadline to register is Oct. 30. Fee is $75 and includes book. Location: Gallup Small Business Development Center 106 W Hwy 66. Call for more information: (505) 722-2220.
Rio West Mall Events
Oct. 17: Halloween Carnival 10 am -2 pm, Rio West Mall Center Court
Oct. 27: Pumpkin Carving Contest Drop off, 5 pm, Rio West Center Court
Oct. 29: Pet Costume Contest 7 pm, near Big Bear Furniture
Oct. 30: Kids Costume Contest 6 pm, Rio West Mall Center Court
Pumpkin Carving Contest Winners, 7 pm, Rio West Mall Center Court
Oct. 31: Mall Trick or Treat 3 pm - 6 pm, Rio West Mall Center Court, while supplies last.
