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Community Calendar July 27 - Aug. 2, 2018

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FRIDAY, July 27

Media Lab

If you’ve ever wanted to make YouTube videos, podcasts or short films the Octavia Fellin Public Library’s Media Lab is the place to be! With access to equipment and helpful staff to make your vision a reality. Open Fridays at 2pm and by appointment at the Children’s Branch. For more information call (505) 726-6120 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

12th Annual Gurley Motor Co. Route 66 Car, Truck & Street Rod Show

Friday night the 27th we will meet at the Gallup Chamber of Commerce parking lot where the Chamber will be hosting a cookout for the participants from 5:30-6:30 and at 7pm the Gallup Police Department will escort us on a Cruise (Parade) through the downtown area.

Priceless Pets

The Farmington Regional Animal Shelter is waiving all adoption fees for pets now through July 28, from 11:30am-6:30pm. For more information, contact FRAS (505) 599-1098 or in person at: 133 Browning Pkwy, Farmington. www.fmtn.org

SATURDAY, July 28

Adventure Mud Run

Sign up for Gallup’s biggest obstacle course race.  Mud, dirt, water, crawling, climbing, swinging, food, kids’ activities and lots of fun. Join us at the Gallup OHV Motocross Park on Hassler Valley Road.  On-site registration and packet pickup begins at 6am. Participate as an individual or as a team and rise to the challenge! For more information or to sign up go to our website at  Gallupmudrun.com or call (505) 863-7136.  

12th Annual Gurley Motor Co. Route 66 Car, Truck & Street Rod Show

Our car show, registration starts at 8am and show runs 10am-3pm. In the morning, the Freedom Riders of New Mexico start their cross state ride from Tucumcari, N.M. to the Arizona State Line. The Courthouse Square will be closed to any kind of motorized traffic. There will be vendors, live bands, a beer garden, and plenty of shopping to do in the area. Between 6-6:30 pm, we will meet at Gurley Motors Co. for cruise (parade) at 7pm.

Summer Carnival

1-5pm @ Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Celebrate the end of Summer in style at the End of Summer Carnival hosted by the Octavia Fellin Public Library and City of Gallup Recreation. Enjoy food, games and fun for everyone! Sponsored by the Plateau Sciences Society. Free.

Gallup Soccer League

On July 28, there will be a mandatory coach meeting at the Mickey Mantle field from 9am-12pm. Lunch will be provided. Equipment will be passed out at this meeting. All coaches need to plan on attending.

MONDAY, July 30

Family Movie Monday

3-5pm@Main Branch. Watch family friendly movies each Monday in July. This week’s film: Kubo and the Two Strings. Free.

TUESDAY, July 31

Maker Zone (6 and older)

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

JOM Indian Education Meeting

At 6pm, the Gallup McKinley County Schools Indian Education Committee will be having a regular meeting in the Student Support Center at the district office, 640 S. Boardman. For info, call Carmen Moffett (505) 721-1036.

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 1

Story Time

10:30am@Children’s Branch. An active and energetic for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories.

Ceremonial Volunteer Training

The 97th Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial will be held at Red Rock Park August 3-12. The Ceremonial is dedicated to preserving and perpetuating Native American art and culture. A volunteer sign-up and training is scheduled for 6 pm at the Ceremonial Office located at 206 W. Coal. If you would like to help in anyway or have questions contact Joyce Graves (505) 862-1457.

Wednesday Night Films

5:30-7pm@Main Branch. Films play every Wednesday. This week’s film: TBA. Free.

THURSDAY, Aug. 2

Crafty Kids

4-5pm@Children’s Branch. Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: TBA.

ONGOING

Alcoholics Anonymous

Window Rock AA Group meets at Fellowship Hall WR Christian Center across from N.N. Fairgrounds/Wellness Center, Hwy 264, Mondays at 5:45 PM. Closed Speaker Meeting, limited to persons who have a desire to stop drinking. We cannot accommodate children. No attendance forms, smartphones. Visit aa-fc.org for more info.

City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board

The City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board meets first Monday each month at 3:30 to 5:00 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information.

Churchrock Chapter

Churchrock Chapter is now accepting toy donations for the Christmas toy drive until Wed. Dec. 20. The toys will be distributed at the annual community Christmas dinner on Thursday Dec. 21. Please drop off an unwrapped toy for distribution at Churchrock Chapter. Let’s spread the Christmas cheer by giving. Call (505) 488-2166. Churchrock Chapter Administration.

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.

gallupARTS

gallupARTS is pleased to announce Dine photographer Hannah Manuelito is the Summer 2018 Native Artist-in-Residence. Her work includes portraits celebrating Dine women will be available May-July.

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 fundraising Yard Sales every Sat., 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers needed for home construction.  Call Bill Bright at for details & directions. (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.

Public Service Announcement

Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services is responding to the current pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak in western New Mexico. As of May 15, there have been 122 cases of pertussis in New Mexico. Anyone concerned that they may have “whooping cough” may visit the clinic Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. No appointment necessary! Call (505)863-1820.

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.

Recycling Depot

The Recycling Depot will now be open from 12-1:30pm on the first Saturdays of the month. Educators and artists are encouraged to come by and see what’s available. Volunteers will accept some items, such as paper towels and toilet paper rolls. This is a free service of the McKinley Citizen’s Recycling Council. Call (505) 722-5152.

SAVE THE DATE

Recycling Council Meeting

The monthly meeting of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council will be held at 2pm on Aug. 4 at the Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill in Gallup.The public is encouraged to attend to learn about recycling opportunities  in our region, updates on Gallup residential curbside recycling, plans for recycling outreach and more. For more information call (505) 722-5142 or e-mail  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Best in Show Night

On Aug. 7, Art123 Gallery presents Best in Show Night. 4:40-9pm, cash bar and light hors d’ouevres. Free and Open to the public. Call (505)863-3896.

gallupARTS announces ArtsCrawl Lineup

The entire 2018 lineup is outlined below: August 11 – Road Trip; September 8 – On the Wild Side; October 13 – Sixth Sense; November 10 – In Black & White; and December 8 – Let’s Have a Ball.

Asdzáán” by Hannah Manuelito

gallupARTS is proud to present Asdzáán, a show by gallupARTS’ summer 2018 Native Artist-in-Residence, Diné photographer Hannah Manuelito, at ART123 Gallery next month. Asdzáán opens Saturday, August 11 and runs through September 4.

gallupARTS 3rdAnnual ArtsCrawl Car & Motorcycle Show

On Aug. 11 from 6:30-9p the ArtsCrawl Car Show features FREE vehicle entry, juried prizes and a People’s Choice Award! /Motorcycle Car owners, to register: arrive between 5:30 and 6:30pm. Drive from 1st Street onto Coal Ave to find a spot between 1st and 2nd on Coal (first-come-first-served). Vehicles must be in place by 6:30pm. More info available at www.galluparts.org/car-show. Car/Motorcycle lovers: vote for your favorite set of wheels and help select the People’s Choice winner! E-mail:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , call 505-488-2136 or follow @ArtsCrawlGallup on Facebook.

Taizé Candlelight Service

A Taizé contemplative candlelight service will take place at 4pm on Aug. 12 at Westminster Presbyterian Church-Gallup to provide an opportunity for silence and spiritual refreshment. The theme “New Beginnings” will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, Scripture and readings of various faith traditions.  Spend an hour in prayer for the healing of our broken world and planet.  Please join us. The church is located at 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments). Contact: Kathy Mezoff (505) 870-6136.