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Community Calendar JULY 22-28, 2016

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FRIDAY July 22

Family Movie (all ages)

Join us for a free family movie. Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Film: The Smurfs

Rippy and the Sillyettes

Join us for good food and music. Local talent takes center stage — Rippy and the Sillyettes — from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 West Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.

Dine’ Bi’ Eastern Fair

July 21 – 24, the 29th annual fair features four days full of concessions, exhibits, arts and crafts, song, dance, rodeo, pow-wows, and more. Call (505) 612-8137 for more information. Crownpoint Rodeo Grounds, Navajo Service Route 9, Crownpoint.

SATURDAY July 23

Summer Reading Presents Johnny Moon Magic

At 2 pm, Johnny Moon performs a hilarious, fast-paced, interactive, audience participation comedy magic show that will fool you and make you laugh. This high-energy show will have kids moving and wondering how he did it! Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Free

Overeaters Anonymous

Meetings every Saturday at 10 am, First United Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Dr., corner of Nizhoni/Red Rock. Enter northwest corner off Nizhoni: Library room. Contact (505) 307-5999 or (505) 721-9208.

SUNDAY July 24

Church of the Holy Spirit

Join us for the Holy Eucharist. Begins: 10:30 am. For more information, please call (505) 863-4695. Location: 1334 S. Country Club Dr.

MONDAY July 25

Summer Kids College

From 9 am – noon, Monday through Thursday: Musical Instruments for ages 5 and up. Kids love noise! They always find ways to create musical instruments. In this class they will create, guitar, drums, rain stick, and more. $35. Rio West Mall - UNMG Community Center, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.

Recycle Art

From noon to 3 pm, Monday through Thursday: Find new ways to reuse materials that would otherwise be thrown away. Make fun objects out of everyday recyclable items. $35. Rio West Mall - UNMG Community Center, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.

TUESDAY July 26

Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)

An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement rhymes, and stories. Starts: 10:30 am. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Free

Kids Tech Corner (ages 6 to 12)

Learn to do simple computer coding and other fun activities. Starts: 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Free

WEDNESDAY July 27

City Council Meeting

Meeting is open to the public and held from 6 – 8 pm. City Hall, 110 W. Aztec Ave.

Book Making for Pre-Schoolers

The Library, gallupARTS, ATD Fourth World, and UNM-Gallup Early Childhood and Family Center want to help young children express themselves by drawing or writing a book about what they can do. Parents are encouraged to bring their children ages 3 to 6, to one of the workshops, where they will get to create a book. 5 pm: DEAP Charter School, Shepard Springs Blvd/Mill Rd.

Monthly Meeting with Councilor Linda Garcia

Linda Garcia, District 1 welcomes public input. Purpose of Meeting: To obtain public input concerning the capital improvement projects listing for the City of Gallup’s Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP). Call (505) 879-4176 with questions. 6:30 pm, Northside Senior Center, 607 N. Fourth St.

Maker’s Club (ages 7 and up)

A club for kids interested in science, math, building, and inventing. Each week features a different challenge, project, or experiment. This week: How do fish breathe?

Starts: 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec.

Open-Mic-Night

Local talent takes center stage from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W. Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.

Wednesday Night Movies

Join us for a free family movie. Starts at 5:30 pm. Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. Film: Divergent Series: Allegiant

THURSDAY July 28

Crafty Kids (All ages)

Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.

The City Of Gallup BID

Join us for a BID Board Meeting. Begins: 3 pm. Location: Rico Motor Conference Room, 220 S. Fifth St.

Powerpoint for Beginners

The Octavia Fellin Public Library is offering computer training: Powerpoint for Beginners. Begins: 3 pm. Register at front desk or call: (505) 863-1291. Main Branch: 115 W. Hill Ave.

ONGOING

The City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board

First Monday each month from 3 - 5 pm. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling, and other environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information. Octavia Fellin Library: 115 W. Hill Ave.

Gallup Solar

The nonprofit hosts educational presentations and offers potential solutions about all things solar every Wednesday evening 6 - 8 pm. Your questions, ideas, and expertise are welcome. For info call: (505) 728-9246, 113 E. Logan.

Habitat for Humanity Yard Sale

The fundraisers are open 9 am to noon every Saturday. If you have household items to donate or wish to volunteer on construction or another service call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226, Warehouse Lane off Allison Road.

100th Anniversary of the Pulitzer Prize—Reading Challenge

Join the library and help commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Pulitzer Prize. The Octavia Fellin Public Library is one of six libraries in New Mexico to partner with the New Mexico Humanities Council for a special reading grant: Five Pulitzers in Five Months. As a recipient of this grant, the library will read and discuss five Pulitzer winning and nominated books. Discussions will be held Tuesdays at 6 pm. Location: Main Library Meeting Room, 115 W. Hill Ave.

Summer Indian Dances

Join us for Summer Nightly Indian Dances from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Summer Nightly Indian Dances have been happening in the Gallup area for 24 years. We are excited to be in our new facility at the Gallup Courthouse Square. Visitors to Gallup can take the opportunity to visit and learn from the many different dance groups. For more information, please call (505) 722-2228. Begins: 7 pm. Location: The Courthouse Square on Aztec Avenue between Second and Third Streets.

Summer Reading Program

Run, don’t walk to the Octavia Fellin Library’s Summer Reading Program: June 11-July 30. This year, we’re focusing on health and fitness. Our theme is: On Your Mark, Get Set, Read! For more information, please call (505) 863-1291 or visit: octaviafellin.libguides.com

Community Pantry

The Hope Garden is offering organic produce for sale from 10 am - noon, Tue - Fri. We are located at 1130 E. Hassler Valley Rd. All funds go to helping feed local folks. For personal attention, call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting ask for Vernon Garcia.

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 Rd.

Friday Night Hootenanny

Gallup’s longest running live show! Every Friday night from 7 - 9 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.

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 St. For more information please call (505) 722-5142 or visit Recylegallup.org.

Cars N Coffee

Every Sunday in the Camille’s parking lot from noon to 2 pm. Check out cars – new, old, vintage, and bikes. Cruise at 1:30 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St., Gallup.

SAVE THE DATE

Benefits Fair and Recruitment Drive

On July 30, join us for a Benefits Fair and Recruitment Drive: Operation Veterans Wellness. There will be a Gourd Dance honoring Veterans from 1 - 4 pm in the front parking lot near Big Bear Furniture. Begins: 10 am. For more information, please call (505) 722-9470. Location: Rio West Mall, 1300 W I-40 Frontage Rd.

Fort Defiance Soccer Club (ages 4 to 19)

Join us for the Fort Defiance Soccer Club. Registration is open until August 1. For more information, please visit: fortdefiancesc.com.

Gallup-McKinley County Schools

On Aug. 2, join us for the Johnson-O’Malley Indian Education Committee meeting. The tentative agenda will be posted on the district website: gmcs.k12.nm.us at least three days before the scheduled meeting. For more information, please contact Carmen Moffett (505) 721-1036. Location: GMCS Student Support Center, 640 Boardman Dr.

The Art of Collecting Native American Art

In conjunction with the 95th Annal Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial, local historian and art collector Martin Link is presenting a four-hour interactive workshop of the evolution and development of Southwest Indian Art at Red Mesa Center on Aug. 13 from Noon - 4 pm. Attendance is limited to 25 participants. Registration required, $15 per person. Lunch and handouts will be provided. Registration forms are available at the Ceremonial office, 210 W. Coal Ave or Chamber of Commerce, 106 W. Hwy 66.

For info. call Martin Link at (505) 863-6459 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Worker’s Compensation Workshop

On Aug. 2, join the SBDC and UNM-Gallup for a workshop: Worker’s Compensation 101. What you don’t know could cost you. Learn about employer responsibilities and rights. You’ll develop the skills to navigate the system for your business. Begins: 10:30 am. For more information, please call (505) 722-2220. Location: Gallup Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, 106 W. Hwy. 66.

Zumba Fitness Glow Party with Lorie and Alex with DJ Shoogz

Friday, Aug. 12 from 7 - 9 pm: Glow sticks, water, and refreshments will be provided while supplies last. $6 per person or 2 for $8. For safety: Ages 13-plus. Thunderbird Supply Co. Parking lot, 1907 W. Hwy 66.

Polka in the Pines

On Aug. 7, The Gallup Slavic Lodges presents Polka in the Pines. The show features: Thomas Brothers and the Hot Shots. Adult and kid games will be available. Bring cash and win a prize. You could be the lucky winner of Heads or Tails. Enjoy traditional Slavic Picnic food and polka music. Tickets: $20 adult (ages 11 and up), $5 for children 5-10 years- of- age, children under the age of five are free. Begins at noon. For more information, please call Darlene Yochham (505) 863-5773. Location: Z-Lazy-B Ranch, Fort Wingate.

Balancing the Books 1-2

On Aug. 16 - 18, join the SBDC for a Community Ed Personal Enrichment event. This course will provide instruction in the basic principles of accounting for non-accounting personnel and small business owners. Learn the necessary skills to perform essential accounting and record keeping operations. Course fee: $100. Additional class dates: August 23-25. Begins: 5 pm. For more information, please call Denise Silva (505) 863-7743 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: UNMG Calvin Hall, 203 College Rd.

NMSU IT Tech Certification

Take six core courses in four months at low-cost tuition. Financial aid is available. Earn top industry certificates, with no prior computer knowledge required. Fall classes begin Aug. 17; register now. Grants.nmsu.edu/it-bootcamp, or contact admissions, (505) 287-6678.

Delbert Anderson Trio DAT& DEF-I DDAT

Saturday, Aug. 20, 3 pm. This Native American inspired band, blending jazz, funk and hip hop styles, has been featured on NPR. All proceeds from the concert go directly to Battered Families Services, Inc., and ATD Fourth World New Mexico, two agencies working in Gallup to improve the lives of children and families. Church of the Holy Spirit, 1334 Country Club Drive. Free

Miss Navajo Nation Pageant

On Sept. 7, join us for the Miss Navajo Nation Pageant. There will be sheep butchering, bread making, contemporary and traditional skills, and an interview by the Navajo Panel of Judges. Hand deliver your contestant application packet no later than July 26 at 9 am. For more information, please contact Dinah Wauneka This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and Barbara Phillips This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call the Office of Miss Navajo Nation: (928) 871-6379. Contestant application packets are available at: Office of the Navajo Nation Museum, Hwy. 264 and Loop Road.

Basic Computer Classes

On Sept. 27 - 28, join the SBDC for a Community Ed Personal Enrichment event. Topics include: computer vocabulary, operation of programs, email information, Internet aid for online search, and creating your own documents. Course fee: $100. Additional class dates: October 4 - 5 and 11 - 12. Begins: 5 pm. For more information, please call Denise Silva (505) 863-7743 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: UNMG Calvin Hall, 203 College Rd.