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Community Calendar June 7-June 13, 2019

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FRIDAY, June 7

Get Up and Game

12 pm-4 pm @ Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Drop in anytime! Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family.

Resumes with Results (Grow with Google)

3:30 pm-4:30 pm @ Main Branch. The library provides workshops for job seekers and career climbers. Learn about free tools for resume building and targeted job searches.  For more information call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

100 Years of History on Route 66

All day.  Classic cars and festivities along Route 66 in Gallup.

Student Support Center Closed

Gallup McKinley County Schools

Venezuela and Indian Country

5:30 pm @ Main Branch. The Red Natio9n-Gallup will host a presentation on the connections between indigenous communities inside the U. S. and the government of Venezuela.  Featured speakers include Cheyenne Antonio (Diné) a lead organizer in the campaign to Protect Greater Chaco and a member of The Red Nation. There will also be a short film “The Other Venezuela” (15 mins, Color, 2019) produced by the RedFish Media Collective. For more information call (505) 750-7192 or go to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or facebook.com/therednationgallup

Rockin’ the Riverwalk

7 pm @ Riverwalk Amphitheater in Grants. Rockin’ the Riverwalk Summer Concert Series featuring the Desert Diamond Band.

SATURDAY, June 8

Story Time

11:00 am-11:30 am @ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for children ages two to four.

Gallup ArtsCrawl Festival

7 pm-9 pm Downtown Gallup.

100 Years of History on Route 66

All day.  Classic cars and festivities along Route 66 in Gallup.

Hard Hat and Boots Gala 2019

5 pm @ the New Mexico Mining Museum. There will be cocktails, a silent auction, entertainment and a ceremony to celebrate all miners in Grants with the naming of the “ The Uranium Miner’s Building” and recognition to Miners’ Colfax Medical Center in Raton. For tickets and information contact Tammy Legler at (505) 287-4802 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

24th Annual Crownpoint Just Move It Family Fun Run & Walk

8:45a Registration; 9:30 am Start time @ Netherwood Park. Albuquerque.

Home on the Range

7 pm-9 pm @ ART123 Gallery. Shannon Gurley O’Donnell’s exhibition is a collection of paintings that embody the magnificent spirits of horses and bison – their inner power, wisdom, strength, and fortitude.

Going Wild For a Cure

8 am-12pm @ 3708 Zia. Saturday Yard Sales. For more information call Joyce at (505) 862-1457.

3rd Annual Doin’ Dylan: Gallup’s Bob Dylan Tribute Concert

6:30 pm- 9 pm @Gallup Downtown Conference Center. Concert is free and features New Mexico musicians and bands. The full line-up can be seen at www.galluparts.org/doindylan.

Cancer Awareness Pow Wow

12 pm @ Gallup High School Commons Area.  The event opens with Gourd Dancing.  The Grand Entry will take place at 7 pm.  The school is located at 1055 Rico Street. Craft vendors are being solicited.  Sign up deadline is June 1. This is a drug and alcohol-free event. For more information contact Pam Yardley (505) 870-6205; Lorraine Shorty (505) 269-6731; Victor Bob (505) 870-7439.

SUNDAY, June 9

Taizé candlelight service

4 pm@ Westminster Presbyterian Church. The theme of Tongues of Fire will be explored through Scripture. Spend an hour in prayer for the healing of our broken world and planet. Open to all. Contact Kathy Mezoff: (505) 870-6136.

Pride Month

10:30 am @ Westminster Presbyterian Church-Gallup. Rev. Ken Cuthbertson, author of The Last Presbyterian? And Parish Associate for Las Placitas Presbyterian Church will be guest preacher.

MONDAY, June 10

Avoid Identity Theft

5:30 pm-6:30 pm @ Main Branch. A free financial literacy workshop defining identity theft and ways to guard against being a victim is being offered by First Financial Credit Union. For more information call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

SSC Closed

Gallup McKinley County Schools.

Board Meeting

6 pm-8 pm @ SSC Boardroom @ Gallup McKinley County Schools.

June Camp

8 am-2:30 pm Monday through Thursday through June 20 Rehoboth Christian School will hold June Camp.  This year’s theme is Outside Survival. Camp is $60 per child, per week. If interested, contact Deanna Benson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or call (505) 726-9603.

TUESDAY, June 11

Seed Starter Pots

5pm-6 pm @ Main Branch. This workshop is about the Seed Library service being offered. For information call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

24th Annual Crownpoint Just Move It Family Fun Run & Walk

5:30pm Registration; 6:30pm Start time @ Whitehorse Lake Chapter. Includes a Community Health Fair.

WEDNESDAY, June 12

Story Time

10:30 am-11 am @ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for children ages two - four years old.

Wednesday Night Films

5:30 pm- 7:30 pm @ Main Branch 115 W. Hill Ave. Films play every Wednesday at 5:30 pm in the Main Library. This week’s film: The Upside.

DIY Moon Rocks

5 pm-6 pm @ Children’s Branch. DIY Moon Rocks engages youth in a creative atmosphere with souvenir moon rocks to take home with you. For more information, call (505) 726-6120 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Gallup Lions Club Youth Rodeo

7 pm @ Red Rock Park. Special children’s programming. For more information, contact the Gallup Lions Club at www.galluplions.com/rodeo-information.

THURSDAY, June 13

Crafty Kids (all ages)

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

Gallup Repertory Theater Summer Children’s Theater Camp

12 pm-3 pm weekdays through June 20. Campers will learn set building, costuming, character and script analysis and performance and movement.  Performances will be held June 21 and 22 at the Shakespeare in the Park Festival. For more information go to galluprep.org of call Suzanne at (505) 879-9835.

Gallup Lions Club 71st Annual Open Show Rodeo

@ Red Rock Park through June 15. Each night of the event features different attractions.

24th Annual Crownpoint Just Move It Family Fun Run & Walk

5:30 pm Registration; 6:30 pm Start time @ Thoreau Chapter. Includes a Community Health Fair.

Grace Groups

6 pm-8 pm @ Gallup Christian Church, 501 S. Cliff Dr. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month; the Living Grace Group: For those struggling with mental illness. The Family Grace Group: For those living with and loving someone diagnosed with a mental illness.  For more information contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-5620.

Annual Gallup Shakespeare in the Park Festival

7 pm @ the newly-created outdoor performance space on Ninth Street, just north of the Gallup Flea Market. Twelfth Night will be performed tonight and June  14, 15, 21 and 22. Performances are free. For more information call (505) 879-9835.

Rockin J Reawakenings monthly meeting

6 pm @ Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

ONGOING

Rockin J Reawakenings Dog Training

2 pm every Friday and 9:30 am every Saturday dog training needs and assistance. The center’s professional trainer helper will be out June 15th and 16th at 9:30 am both days. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

Rockin J Reawakenings Horse Demo

11 am every Saturday. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

Rockin J Reawakenings basic self-defense class

1pm free for anyone. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

Rockin J Reawakenings Welcome Center

10 am-2 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

Summer Nightly Indian Dances

7 pm-8 pm nightly through September 2 @ The Courthouse Square on Aztec between Second and Third Streets. .Admission is free.  For more information call (505) 722-2228.

City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board

3:30 pm-5 pm first Monday @ the Octavia Fellin Library. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.

Crownpoint Navajo Rug Auction

7 pm-10 pm @ New Crownpoint Elementary School gymnasium. For more information, call (505) 879-9460. Second Friday of the month.

Recycling Council

2 pm first Saturday of the month @ Red Mesa on Hill Street. McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit working to increase recycling through education, community outreach, and partnership with local government agencies. For more information, call (505) 722-5142 or visit www.recyclegallup.org.

Recycling Depot

12 pm-1:30 pm first Saturday of the month. The Recycling Depot volunteers will accept some items, such as paper towels and toilet paper rolls. This is a free service of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council. Call (505) 722-5152.

McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council Monthly Meeting

2 pm @ the Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill. The council meets the first Saturday of the month. The public is invited to learn about recycling opportunities, receive updates on Gallup residential curbside recycling, and to volunteer. For information call Gerald or Millie at (505) 722-5142 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Free HIV Rapid Testing

9:30 am-4:30 pm Monday - Thursday @ First Nations Community HealthSource, 1630 S. Second Street, Cedar Hills Plaza 262-#11. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call (505) 863-8827.

Overeaters Anonymous

10 am every Saturday @ the First Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Drive. Overeaters Anonymous 12-step meetings. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 870-1483.

Alcoholics Anonymous

5:45 pm Mondays @ Fellowship Hall WR Christian Center across from N.N. Fairgrounds/Wellness Center, Hwy 264. Window Rock AA Group. Visit aa-fc.org for more info.

Celebrate Recovery

6 pm-8 pm Tuesdays @ 1375 Elva Dr.  A Christ-centered recovery program that will help you heal from the pain of your unmanaged hurts, habits and hang-ups. Joshua Generation for Jesus. For information, call  (505) 870-2175..

Co-Dependents Anonymous

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

Community Pantry

10 am-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday @ 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.

Friday Night Hootenanny

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

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

6 pm-8 pm Wednesdays @ 113 E. Logan. Gallup Solar is hosting community classes and presentations about all things solar. Call (505) 728-9246 for info.

Habitat for Humanity yard sale

9 am-12 pm. on Warehouse Lane. Habitat for Humanity fundraising yard sales are held every Sat. Volunteers for various kinds of community services needed. For info call (505) 722-4226

Recovering Addicts for Jesus

6 pm Thursday @ 309 Chino Loop, Gamerco. New Life ministries holds weekly meetings for anyone who is on the Recovering path from alcohol and drug abuse. Phone: (505) 722-8973.

SAVE THE DATE

Free Legal Fair

12 pm-4 pm, June 14 @ Gallup District Court. Lawyers will provide free legal advice on issues including bankruptcy, custody, divorce, pay day loans, public benefits and more. For information call (505) 863-6816. Sign language interpreters are available on request at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Gallup Lions Club Rodeo

1 pm. annual parade. Entry forms available at the Chamber of Commerce at 106 W. Hwy 66 or at www.galluplions.com. All forms must be received by 10 am June 15. For more information, contact Roxy at (505) 879-9670. The parade will line up at Gurley Motor Body Shop and run east to First Street.

McKinley County Veteran Services Collaborative Planned Outreach

9 am- 2 pm June 25 @ Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

Wine & Painting

6 pm-9 pm @ ART123 Gallery. Have a creative night out! June 20; and July 25 with Dana Aldis. Paint a masterpiece step-by-step while enjoying two complimentary glasses of wine.  Register at www. galluparts.org/wine-and-painting. $35 per person

Annual Gallup Shakespeare in the Park Festival

5:30 pm @ the newly-created outdoor performance space on Ninth Street, just north of the Gallup Flea Market. The Taming of the Shrew will be performed on June 21 and 22. Performances are free. For more information call (505) 879-9835.

Relay For Life of Gallup

6 pm-8 am @ Downtown Courthouse Square Relay will be held the evening of June 21 through Saturday June 22. The Relay celebrates raising money for cancer research, and assistance for those who have been victimized by cancer.

Pride Month

10:30 am June 23 @ Westminster Presbyterian Church-Gallup. All are invited to celebrate transgender people and hear a story of transition, integrity and faithfulness.

2nd Look on 2nd Street

6 pm-8 pm, June 25. Check out art shows, artist talks and artist demos at Free Spirit, opo, Art123 and LOOM Indigenous Art Galleries and Camille’s Sidewalk Café. For more information, go to www.galluparts.org/2ndLook

SBDC Workshop

9 am-2 pm, June 25 @ Gallup Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room.  NM Workers’ Compensation, NM CRS Tax and Navajo Nation Tax Workshop. Registration at  www.nmsbdc.org/gallup or (505) 722-2220.

Navajo Nation Pride

June 28 and 29. Two day celebration includes a Diné LGBTQ+ Symposium, Welcome Reception with Queer Showcase, 5K Color Run, Pride Festival at the Window Rock Veterans Memorial Park and an After-Party in Gallup, New Mexico. Supporters interested in volunteering or learning more about Diné Pride can visit us: NavajoNationPride.com.