FRIDAY, Nov. 30
Get Up and Game
Noon-4 pm @ Children’s Branch Library, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Drop in anytime. Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family.
Red Rock Balloon Rally
Through Dec. 2. This year marks the 38th anniversary of the Rally — now the second largest balloon rally in North America, with 200 balloons. Admission is free to all events; $5 parking fee at Red Rock Park. Visit redorckballoonrally.com.
SATURDAY, Dec. 1
Poeh Winter Market
The Poeh Cultural Center in Pojoaque hosts its annual Winter Market on Dec. 1 and 2 from 9 am to 5 pm. The Market features fine original jewelry, pottery, textiles etc. from local Native American artists from across the Southwest. Native American performers will be on hand throughout the weekend to entertain guests. For more information about the Poeh Cultural Center Winter Market: www.facebook.com/poehculturalcenter.
Pyramid Rock Trail Run
9 am: Early registration $25, and after Nov. 16: $30. Fundraiser for bands of Rehoboth Christian School. Event is in conjuction with Red Rock Balloon Rally. Contact Kevin at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
All day @ the Children’s Branch and Octavia Fellin Public Library Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. Give to someone who really needs it this Holiday Season. Decorate the Mitten Tree at either branch of the Library with new scarves, socks, mittens and other new clothing donations, and the Library will pass them on to those in need. You can help provide children in our community with warm hands, warm feet, and warm hearts.
2018 Christmas Parade
Parade lineup begins noon at corner of 6th Street and Aztec Avenue and heads eastbound to 1st Street.
TUESDAY, Dec. 4
Story Time (ages 2-4)
10:30 – 11 am@ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers 2-4 years old, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 5
Wednesday Night Films
5:30-7 pm @ Octavia Fellin Public Library Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. This week’s film: TBA.
THURSDAY, Dec. 6
Crafty Kids
4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: TBD.
Wine & Painting: Hot Air Balloon
6-9 pm @ ART123 Gallery, 123 W. Coal Ave: Have a creative night out! Register at www.galluparts.org/wine-and-painting.
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.
Celebrate Recovery
A Christ-centered recovery program that will help you heal from the pain of your un-managed hurts, habits and hang-ups. Tuesday, 6-8 pm. Journey Church, 501 S. Third St. (505) 979-0511.
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
Meets on the first Monday from 3:30-5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. When those Mondays are holidays, the meetings are on the following Monday. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call (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-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday, 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Community Providers
All meetings will be the last Thursday of every month. Speakers for the Community Providers Agenda Sept. 27 meeting are needed. Please contact Bill Camarota This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Ben Welch This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . RMCHCS East Campus, noon in the Chapel.
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 Road.
Gallup Solar
Gallup Solar is hosting community classes and presentations about all things solar Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm at 113 E. Logan. Call (505) 728-9246 for info.
Habitat for Humanity Fundraising Yard Sales
Sales are held every Saturday, noon-3 pm Volunteers are needed for home construction. Call Bill Bright (505) 722-4226 for details & directions.
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-1 pm 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.
Recovering Addicts for Jesus
New Life ministries holds weekly meetings to anyone who is on the Recovering path from alcohol and drug abuse. Our approach integrates the 12 AA steps with Biblical truths. Location: 309 Chino Loop, Gamerco. Time: 6 pm, every Thursday. Phone: (505) 722-8973
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 Street. For more information, call (505) 722-5142 or visit www.Recylegallup.org.
Recycling Depot
The Recycling Depot will now be open from noon-1:30 pm 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
Toys for Tots fundraiser and toy drive
Dec. 8: 4-6 pm. Come out to see Cpl. Travlin’ Jack to help support the second annual fundraiser and toy drive at the Comfort Suites in Gallup, 3940 E. Hwy 66.
ArtsCrawl: Let’s Have a Ball
Dec. 8: Downtown Gallup, 7-9 pm: Holiday Art Market, dance party. Dance performances. Live music. Get all the details on Facebook @ArtsCrawlGallup.
McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council meeting
Dec. 8 at 2 pm: A change from the regular first Saturday meetings. The Council meets at the Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill Ave. 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 about recycling in Gallup-McKinley County call Gerald or Millie at (505) 722-5142 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Member Artist Group Show - Opening
Dec. 8 at ART123 Gallery, 123 W. Coal Ave., 7 – 9 pm: See new work by ART123 member artists! More info on Facebook @ART123Gallery.
Taize Advent Candlelight Service
On Dec. 9, a Taize Advent candlelight service will take place at 4 pm. The theme of “Joyous Expectation” will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, Scriptures and readings. Location: 151 St. Hwy 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments.) Call Kathy Mezoff at (505) 870-6136.
gallupARTS’ Member Appreciation Night
Dec. 13: Be the first to see Gallup Repertory Theater’s production of The Importance of Being Earnest. More info at www.galluparts.org/member-night.