FRIDAY Sept. 30
Family Movie
At 4 pm, a family film for everyone to enjoy. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Film: Big Hero 6
Advanced Facebook
Free computer training for the community. 10:30 am to 12:30 pm: Class size is limited to 10; register at the library’s front desk. Prerequisites: must have active Facebook account. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Karaoke
Karaoke at Sammy C’s with DJ Marvelous. 9 pm. 107 W. Coal Ave. (505) 863-2220.
SATURDAY Oct. 1
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings every Saturday at 10 am, First United Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Dr., corner of Nizhoni/Red Rock. Enter northwest corner off Nizhoni: Library room. Contact (505) 307-5999 or (505) 721-9208.
Fizzy Science
2 pm: Discover the world of fizzy science. There will be experiments with pop rocks in different liquids, playing with lemonade and baking soda, and learn how to make fizzing play dough. All young scientists will get to enjoy some experimentation and learn about the science of fizzing. For more information, please call (505) 726-6120 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
SUNDAY Oct. 2
Church of the Holy Spirit
Join us for the Holy Eucharist. Begins: 10:30 am. For more information, please call (505) 863-4695. Location: 1334 S. Country Club Dr.
St. Francis of Assisi Parish Fiesta
Noon to 5 pm. Mass begins at 10 am. Blessing of animals at noon — bring your beloved animal on leash or lead or in a container. Bike run, food, games, entertainment. Performance by Starlette Dancers and Bengal Girls, Dylan Vargas Karate demonstration, fire safety house, and lots more! Pie-eating contest! Karaoke contest! Drawing for the Calcutta Raffle starts at 5 pm — grand prize is $10,000. Tickets are $100 each, with only 350 tickets to be sold. For fiesta or ticket information, call Father Abel at (505) 863-3033 or Fran Palochak (505) 879-6570. St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 411 N. Second St.
MONDAY Oct. 3
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
First Monday of the month, from 3 - 5 pm. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling, and other environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information. Octavia Fellin Library: 115 W. Hill Ave.
TUESDAY Oct. 4
Regular County Commission Meeting
The meeting is held at 9 am, McKinley County Board of Commissioners, 207 W. Hill Ave. (505) 863-1400.
Community Planning Meeting
6 pm: Planning for a future Zuni Famer’s Market. Potential vendors are invited to attend a discussion about the upcoming season and plans for a future market. Chu Chu’s Pizza Restaurant, 1344, N.M. 53, Zuni.
WEDNESDAY Oct. 5
Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)
An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. Starts: 10:30 am. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Free
Introduction to Computer Skills
3-5 pm: Octavia Fellin Library is offering free computer training to the community. Class size is limited to 10 people. Register at the Front Desk. Prerequisites: None. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Maker’s Club (ages 7 and up)
A club for kids interested in science, math, building, and inventing. Each week features a different challenge, project, or experiment. This week: Straw structures.
Starts: 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
Fright Night Films
Wednesdays at 5:30 pm: a film and popcorn. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave. This week: 10 Cloverfield Lane
Open-Mic Night
Local talent takes center stage from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W. Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.
THURSDAY Oct. 6
Facebook for Business
10 am – 4 pm. Facebook Pages 101: A tow-hour course wherein you’ll learn the basics of setting up a corporate Facebook page. Facebook Advertising: A three-hour course that delves into Facebook ads manager and types of advertising campaigns. Register and pay by Sept. 30. $25.Call (505) 722-2220. Held at Gallup Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, 106 W. Hwy 66.
Crafty Kids (All ages)
Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. This week: Hot-air balloon. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
ONGOING
ArtsCrawl
ArtsCrawl is held the second Saturday of every month from 7 to 9 pm, downtown Gallup.
Cars N Coffee
Every Sunday in the Camille’s parking lot from noon to 2 pm. Check out cars – new, old, vintage, and bikes. Cruise at 1:30 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.
Childbirth Education Class
RMCHC Women’s Health Unit offers childbirth education classes, at no charge, every second Saturday of the month in the RMCH Library, 1901 Red Rock Drive, from 9 am-1 pm. Contact WHU at (505) 863-7026.
Come to the Waters
A nine-week exploration of some of the Bible’s more than 800 references to water — from the waters of chaos at the beginning of earth’s story to the river of the water of life in John’s Revelation – begins Aug. 31. The study begins at 7 pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive) – the Church on the Hill near Orleans Manor Apartments. All are welcome. For more information, call the church office at (505) 905-3247.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am - noon, Tue – Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Rd. 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
The nonprofit, Gallup Solar, is hosting free Solar 101 classes about all things related to off-grid solar systems on the first three Wednesdays of each month, 6 - 7 pm, at 113 E. Logan Ave. All welcome any week. No registration required. For info call: (505) 728-9246
Habitat for Humanity Yard Sale
The fundraisers are open 9 am - noon every Saturday. If you have household items to donate or wish to volunteer on construction or another service call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226, Warehouse Lane off Allison Road.
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.
SAVE THE DATE
Family Movie
Oct. 7 at 4 pm, a family film for everyone to enjoy. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Film: Casper
Miyamura High School Fall Fest
Oct. 7, from 4 – 7 pm: Food, fun, and games. Tickets: .25 cents. Hiroshi Miyamura High School, 680 S. Boardman Dr.
Introduction to the Internet
Oct. 7: computer training for the community. 10:30 am to 12:30 pm: Class size is limited to 10; register at the library’s front desk. Prerequisites: must have active Facebook account. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Dist. 9 AA Sobriety Gathering
Oct. 7 at 6 pm; Oct. 9, at noon: Fun, educational event for Gallup area. Catholic School, 405 Park Ave.
ArtsCrawl: In Disguise – Costume Contest & Pumpkin Carving Contest
Oct. 8: Prizes will be awarded in five categories: tots 5-and-under, kids 6-13, teens 14- 18, adults 19 and over…and pets! Be at ArtsCrawl at 7:15 pm for the first contest. Tots are up first! Camille’s Sidewalk Café is also hosting a Pumpkin Carving Contest. First place will win $100, second $75 and third $25 in both the 13-and -under and 14+ categories. Drop off your pumpkins to Camille’s at noon. Judging will be at 7 pm! This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Taize’ Service
The non-denominational monthly Taize’ service will take place Oct. 9 at 6:30 pm. Join us for a time of rest, silence, and spiritual refreshment. This is an opportunity to calm and quiet the soul before the new week starts. Music, chant, Scripture, and candlelight are part of this special service held at Westminster Presbyterian Church on Boardman Drive, 151 State Hwy. 564 near the Orleans Manor Apartments. For more information, call Kathy Mezoff (505) 870-6136.
QuickBooks Workshop
Learn the basics of QuickBooks accounting software. Seating is limited to eight. Register by Oct. 14. $90. Class is held Oct. 19, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Held at the Gallup Chamber of Commerce meeting room, 106 W. Hwy 66. Contact: Gallup Small Business Development Center, (505) 722-2220.
CROP Hunger Walk
Oct 16: Tours of the Pantry and Hope Gardens begin at 1 pm. Walk begins at 2 pm. CROP is an initiative of the Church World Service, a first responder organization to global tragedy. Shafiq, (505) 227-7242; Betsy (505) 722-9257. Community Pantry,
Learn Excel Spreadsheet
Learn the basics of using the Excel spreadsheet program and earn an 8G thumb-drive. Seating is limited. Register and pay by Oct. 17. $10. Class is held Oct. 20. Held at the Gallup Chamber of Commerce meeting room, 106 W. Hwy 66. Contact: Gallup Small Business Development Center, (505) 722-2220.
Gallup Interfaith Community Gathering
6:30 pm, Oct. 18: Get to know your neighbor, and be a part of creating a better community. As the Rev. Derwin Gray of Charlotte, N.C., says: “How can I love my neighbor, if I don’t know my neighbor?” Bring a dish or drink for a shared meal. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 151 State Highway 564, on the hill near Orleans Manor Apartments. For more information, contact Rev. Lorelei Kay (505) 290-5357, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Disability Awareness Workshop
Oct 21 at 1-4:30 pm: A one-day workshop that offers educational opportunities to all professionals, small business owners, and the community, with understanding and respect for disabilities. Topics: service animals, disability awareness, accessibility. Gallup Chamber of Commerce, 106 W. Hwy. 66. Contact: Small Business Development Center, (505) 722-2220 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Tip-a-Cop Fundraiser for Special Olympics
Oct. 21, 11 am – 1 pm: Enjoy lunch while being served by local law enforcement. Your contribution to the Olympics is appreciated. Cocina De Dominguez Restaurant, Indn. Rte. 12, Window Rock, Ariz. (928) 871-6111.
New Overtime Provision Workshop
Oct. 25, 9 am to noon: Free seminar to learn more about the Wage and Hour Division, its enforcement of federal labor laws, and common violations to avoid. Gallup Chamber of Commerce Meeting Room, 106 W. Hwy. 66, (505) 722-7222.
Arts & Crafts Fair and Recycling Jamboree
Nov. 5, from 9 am - 3 pm: Gallup Community Service Center (Old Bingo Hall)
Seeking vendors of recycled arts and crafts. Contact: Betsy (505) 721-9879, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Trick or Treat at the Library
Oct. 31: Families are encouraged to come to the library to show costumes and receive a special treat. Trick-or-treat time will be 5 to 7 pm. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Tuba City Christmas Tree Lighting
Nov. 18: As always, this is a community Christmas tree. It is you tree — a tree that will bring your family together once again, to laugh, to giggle, to cheer and “Rock Around the Christmas Tree.” Hogan Family Restaurant parking lot, 10 Main St., Tuba City, Ariz.
2016 Winter Arts & Craft Fair
Dec. 3 – 4 at the Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center, 700 Montoya Blvd. (505) 722-2619