FRIDAY Sept. 8
Computer Class: Basic Tablet Skills
10:30 am to 12:30 pm @ Main Branch. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. You can register at the library Front Desk, call (505) 863-1291, or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
SATURDAY Sept. 9
ArtCrawl: Fair and Square
Come on down to ArtsCrawl in for hayrides, pie eating contests, square dancing, a street picnic, and more county fair-inspired fun. 7-9 pm, Downtown Gallup. Free.
Saturday Stories
10:30 - 11 am @ Children’s Branch. Join us at 10:30 am for the first Saturday Stories Session. This story time is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family while encouraging literacy and lifelong learning skills.
4 - 5 pm @ Children’s Branch. Get moving with these fun and active Kinect video games!
SUNDAY Sept. 10
Cars & Coffee
Meet the neighbors and car enthusiasts each Sunday from noon to 2 pm at Camille’s Sidewalk Café, 306 S. 2nd St., Gallup.
Taize Candlelight Service
A Taize candlelight service will take place at 4 pm. Peace will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, scripture, and readings of various faith traditions. Location: 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments). Call Kathy Mezoff (505) 870-6136.
MONDAY Sept. 11
Brain Injury Peer Support Group
Meets every Monday from 11 am-1 pm. Facilitator Ken Collins. Discussions designed to help relieve stress for those living with a brain injury. Hozho Center for Personal Enhancement, 216 W. Maloney Ave. Call (505) 870-1483 or (505) 330-1885.
5 - 7 pm @ Main Branch. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. You can register at the library Front Desk, call (505) 863-1291, or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Lincoln Elementary “A” grade celebration
Come out and celebrate Lincoln Elementary school’s “A” grade, a designation given by the New Mexico Public Education Department from 5:50 - 7 pm. It’s also the groundbreaking of the new Lincoln Elementary! 502 Old Zuni Rd.
TUESDAY Sept. 12
From 3 - 4 pm @ Main Branch. Bring in your personal technology devices and our technology trainer will answer questions and help you trouble shoot. Gadget Garage is on a first come first serve basis. For questions call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
4 - 5 pm @ Children’s Branch Science and engineering for the whole family. This week: Spaghetti Challenge
WEDNESDAY Sept. 13
GMCS Education Matters “Livestream”
Join the school district’s livestream session today at: gmcs.k12.nm.us or facebook.com/gallupmckinleycountyschools. Today, the community engagement team will be on hand to share recent news, research, trends, and thoughts.
Hispanic Heritage Films: Milagro Beanfield War
5:30 - 7 pm @ Main Branch. Throughout Hispanic Heritage month, the Octavia Fellin Library will be showing great films about Hispanic culture and characters. This week we’re showing Milagro Beanfield War, a comedy-drama adapted from a novel by John Nichols. Free popcorn provided.
10:30 - 11:30 am @ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories.
THURSDAY Sept. 14
Computer Class: El Portal Database and Searching
3 - 5 pm @ Main Branch. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. You can register at the library Front Desk, call (505) 863-1291, or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
4 - 5 pm@ Children’s Branch. Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Tissue Paper Collage
Monthly Meeting
Meet with Councilor Fran Palochak (District 4). Councilor Palochak will listen to your concerns, compliments, and complaints. 6-8 pm, Stagecoach Elementary school, 1498 Freedom, Dr.
ONGOING
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
Meets on the first Monday from 3 to 5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. When those Mondays are holidays, the meetings are on the following Monday. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling and other environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am - noon, Tue - Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Friday Night Hootenanny
Gallup’s longest-running live show! Every Friday night from 7 - 9 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.
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.
Gallup Solar
Gallup Solar is hosting community conversations about all things solar Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm at 113 E. Logan. Call: (505) 728-9246 for info on topics and directions.
Green Revolution
E. Logan Ave. All welcome any week. No registration required. For info call: (505) 728-9246.
Green Revolution
Through September 9, enjoy: Green Revolution. This Smithsonian Institution “Traveling Exhibition Service” uses recycled and repurposed materials to teach creative ways to reduce waste and conserve energy. Don’t miss this free exhibit full of hands-on fun for everyone at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E Main Street, during regular museum hours. For more information visit www.fmtn.org/FarmingtonMuseum or call (505) 599-1174.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity yard sales are held every Saturday, 9 am - noon on Warehouse Lane, weather permitting. Volunteers wishing to serve on construction projects may sign up there or call (505) 722-4226.
Habitat for Humanity - work sessions
Habitat for Humanity work sessions held each week. Volunteers to serve on decision making meetings or wish to volunteer at or help fund construction projects. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous 12-step meetings. Held every Saturday at 10 am. The First Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Drive. Open to anybody who has a desire to stop compulsive eating. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 870-1483.
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.
Support Early Language and Literacy for School Success!
Gallup McKinley County Schools is currently recruiting pregnant women and teens in McKinley County with children from birth to 5 years of age. There are no income guidelines and services are free to ALL community members. Learn more about this opportunity by contacting BeBe Sarmiento at (505) 721-1055.
SAVE THE DATE
NorthFest
On Sept. 15, celebrate the Northside Community! Events: language, community, and storytelling. Special thanks to event sponsor, Councilor Linda Garcia. 10 am-3 pm, UNM-G North Campus, 425 N 7th St. Free.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Gallup McKinley County Schools wants to remind that parent-teacher conferences begin Sept. 18. Please check with your child’s school for exact date/time.
Fall Into Books
Roosevelt Elementary parents and students are invited to the “FALL into a GOOD BOOK Reading Night, from 6 - 7 pm. The first half hour will be spent going over interactive research based strategies for parents. The second half hour will involve an interactive session between parents, students and teachers. Each student will receive a book, and parents a certificate of attendance. Light refreshments will be served. 400 E. Logan, Gallup.
Gallup Interfaith Gathering
On Sept. 19, Gallup Interfaith Gathering will be held at 6:30 pm. Bring food or drink for a shared meal. All are welcome! Bring a friend. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive). Call (505) 905-3247.
Monthly Meeting
On Sep. 21, meet with Councilor Fran Palochak (District 4). Councilor Palochak will listen to your concerns, compliments, and complaints. 6-8 pm, Turpen Elementary School, 3310 Manuelito Dr.
Comedy Legends, The Second City
On Sept. 23, Chicago’s legendary sketch and improve comedy theater is coming to the Farmington Civic Center at 7:30 pm, with “The Best of The Second City.” This must-see show features the best sketches and songs from The Second City’s 55-year history made famous by superstars like Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and more. For ticket information, call (505) 599-1148.
Fall Career Fair
Hosted by UNM-Gallup. 10 am- 1pm, Gurley Hall, UNM-Gallup.
GMCS Education Matters “Livestream”
Join the school district’s livestream session Sept. 27 at: gmcs.k12.nm.us or facebook.com/gallupmckinleycountyschools. Today, Superintendent Mike Hyatt will be on hand to share recent news, research, trends, and thoughts.
Monthly Meeting
On Sept. 28, meet with Councilor Linda Garcia (District 11). Call (505) 879-4176. Councilor Garcia will listen to your concerns, compliments, and complaints. 6:30-8 pm, Northside Senior center, 607 N. 4th St.
National Seal of Bilingual Proficiency Test
Oct. 7, and Nov. 4: There’s no fee to take this proficiency assessment for graduating high school. High school seniors may participate in the Navajo Nation Bilingual Proficiency test held at the Department of Dine Education Building, Window Rock, Ariz. Call (928) 871-7660 for more info. Navajonationdode.org.