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Community Calendar Oct. 20 – Oct. 26, 2017

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FRIDAY, Oct. 20

Computer Class: Beginning Facebook

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

Get Up and Game

4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. Get moving with these fun and active Kinect video games!

Teen Advisory Group Meeting

4:30-6 pm @ El Morro Events Center. Also on Oct. 21 @ 4:30 pm. The group will brainstorm ideas for the library.

MONDAY, Oct. 23

Computer Class: El Portal/Database Search

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

Regional Tourism Summit Comes to Gallup

The Regional Tourism Economic Summit Series is coming to Gallup. The New Mexico Hospitality Association chose Gallup as one of its 10 regional meeting locations in a partnership with the City of Gallup and the Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce. From: 3:30-5 pm, El Morro Events Center, 210 S Second Street. Call (505) 863-1227.

TUESDAY, Oct. 24

Gadget Garage Technology Hour

3-4 pm @ Main Branch. Bring in your personal technology devices and our technology trainer will answer questions and help you trouble shoot. On a first come, first serve bases. For questions call (505) 863-1291, or e-mail:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Maker Zone (6 and older)

4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. We provide supplies, you supply the ideas.

Vietnam War Film Series by Ken Burns

5-6 pm @ Main Branch. Beginning in October and running through December, the library presents special screenings of the documentary film The Vietnam War by Ken Burns. The screenings will include panel discussions about the war’s impact on veterans and their loved ones. Program details will be announced through our website www.galluplibray.com and posted on the library Facebook page www.facebook.com/octaviapubliclibrary. For more information on these events, call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 25

Doing Business with the City of Gallup

SBDC New Mexico is hosting a seminar for local businesses and entrepreneurs to learn how to do business with the city of Gallup. The event takes place from 9 am - 11 am, Gallup Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, 106 W. Hwy 66. Registration for the free event: (505) 722-2220

Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)

12:30-11:30 am @ Children’s Branch

An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories.

Wednesday Night Films

Free weekly movie. Popcorn provided. This week’s movie: Rings

THURSDAY, Oct. 26

Computer Class: Using Google Apps

3-4 pm. 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

Crafty Kids (All Ages)

Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Paper plate Halloween Masks.

Neighborhood Meeting

On Oct. 26, we invite residents of District 1 to visit with Councilor Linda Garcia at 6:30 pm. Councilor Garcia will be there to listen to your concerns. It’s a great opportunity to share ideas and we welcome your compliments and complaints. Please join us and feel free to bring a friend or two. Residents outside of District 1 are also welcome to attend. Location: Northside Senior Center, 607 N. 4th St.

ONGOING

City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board

Meets on the first Monday from 3-5 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.

Co-Dependents Anonymous

Meets Wednesday, 6-7 pm, at First United Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Dr. (in the library). All are welcome.

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.

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.

McKinley County Health Alliance

McKinley County Health Alliance convenes on the second Wednesday of the month from 11 am-1pm at the New Mexico Cancer Center across from UNM-Gallup. Everyone is welcome to attend and engage in discussions about health, education, economic, and environmental inequities and to help facilitate change in those systems. Call (505) 906-2671.

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.

The monthly meeting of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council regularly scheduled for 2 pm

on first Saturdays at the Red Mesa Center is cancelled for November. MCRC encourages the community instead to come celebrate America Recycles Day at the Arts & Crafts Fair and Recycling Jamboree on Nov. 4 at the Gallup Community Service Center from 9 am - 3 pm. Contact: Gerald / Millie (505) 722-5142

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

Disney Institute Professional Development

The Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Disney Institute’s D’think program to help businesses and employees reach their fullest potential. Event takes place at UNM-Gallup Oct. 26, 9 am-5 pm. Call: (505) 722-2228. Seating is limited.

Rehoboth Choir Fall Concert

The Rehoboth Choir invites you to their fall concert on Oct. 29 at 3 pm at Rehoboth Church. This hour-long concert will feature themes of the Reformation which celebrates its 500th anniversary this year. For more information call Bob Ippel at (505) 726-9623.

SBDC Workshop

On Nov. 3, join the Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce for a workshop with artist Maggie Hanely “When ART is your business.” Topics include: pricing your Artwork, presentation of your art, online sales opportunities, and more. Call (505) 722-2220. 9 am-3pm, Gallup Chamber of Commerce, 106 W. Hwy. 66.

Neighborhood Meeting

On Nov. 4, we invite residents of District 4 to visit with Councilor Fran Palochak at 6 pm. Councilor Palochak will be there to listen to your concerns. It’s a great opportunity to share ideas and we welcome your compliments and complaints. Please join us and feel free to bring a friend or two. Residents outside of District 4 are also welcome to attend. Location: Stagecoach Elementary School, 1498 Freedom Dr,

National Seal of Bilingual Proficiency Test

On 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.

America Recycles Day

Save the date! The annual American Recycles Day and Crafts Fair and Recycling Jamboree will be held on Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Gallup Community Center, 9am-3pm. Call (505) 721-9879.

Rehoboth Concert

The Eastern New Mexico Choir and Rehoboth Cantabile invite you to an hour celebration of choral music on Nov. 5 at 6 pm, Rehoboth Church. For more information call Bob Ippel at (505) 726-9623

Pollentongue: Poetry Salon & Reading

ART123 Gallery will host “Pollentongue: Poetry Salon & Reading.” Featuring award-winning Diné poet Orlando White, this event will include poetry readings and discussions. Local poet and artist Ryan Dennison is also confirmed as a reader for Nov. 10. 123 W. Coal Ave. (505) 488-2136.

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group for caregivers and others who wish to learn about dementia. Nov. 8 at 6:30 pm at the Gallup Masonic Center, 4801 E. Historic 66 Avenue. No charge. For information:  Robert (505) 615-8053 Talk or Text.

Rachel Zylstra Concert

Bethany Christian Reformed Church will host an evening of song and just desserts with singer, composer Rachel Zylstra on Sunday evening Nov.12, 7 pm. Free will offering.

Bereavement/Grief Support Group

Bereavement/Grief Support Group for those who have lost someone special.  Nov. 15 at 6:30 pm at the Gallup Masonic Center, 4801 E. Historic 66 Avenue.  No charge.  For information call Robert (505) 615-8053.

Crossing Over: Understanding the dying process

“Crossing Over” A two-hour program to help understand the dying process. A great resource for terminal illness caregivers or others interested in understanding this life event. $10 per person to cover cost of supplies. Nov. 29 at 6:30 PM at the Gallup Masonic Center, 4801 E. Historic 66 Avenue.  To reserve a space call Robert (505) 615-8053.