FRIDAY, MAY 3
‘STAR WARS’ DAY
@ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). The day before Star Wars Day on May 4, the Zollinger Library will be be playing Star Wars music in the atrium and have various Star Wars activities such as puzzles, coloring sheets, games, and more throughout the day.
NEW MEXICO GROWN: GARDENING SERIES
4 pm - 6 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Join OFPL and Master Gardeners from Tumbleweed Farms for a gardening series. In this session, learn about fertilizing, watering, and the different types of tomatoes that are best for the area.
ZPSD HIGH SCHOOL ART SHOW
5:30 pm - 7 pm @ Zuni High School (71 Rte. 301 N., Zuni). A show preview and awards will take place on this day.
CHESS CLUB
4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
GET UP AND GAME
3 pm - 5 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Every Friday, come to the children’s library to unwind from a busy week! Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
SATURDAY, MAY 4
ZPSD HIGH SCHOOL ART SHOW
10 am - 4 pm @ Zuni High School (71 Rte. 301 N., Zuni). During the show, a raffle will be going on. People will also be able to purchase some of the art.
KIDZ CINEMA
2 pm every Saturday @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for weekly family oriented film screenings. This week’s movie is Raya and the Last Dragon (2021). Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
GALLUP 9TH ST. FLEA MARKET
9 am - 5 pm @ 340 9th Street. The Gallup 9th Street Flea Market is one of the largest Native American markets in the United States.
SUNDAY, MAY 5
MONDAY, MAY 6
FAMILY STORYTIME
11 am @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join OFPL for Storytime activities, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and read-aloud stories! Throughout May, the storytimes will celebrate Spring. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
EUREKA!
4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Have explosive fun as you learn about geology and chemical reactions by creating your own erupting LEGO volcano. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
TUESDAY, MAY 7
CRICUT WORKSHOP
4 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Create a customized Mother’s Day Shadow Box using your Cricut machine. Advance registration at ofpl.online is required. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
CHESS CLUB
4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
STRESS LESS GAME NIGHT
4 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Enjoy the end of finals week with games around the library. There will be board games, video games, card games, and more. Snacks will be provided.
FAMILY STORYTIME
11 am @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join OFPL for Storytime activities, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and read-aloud stories! Throughout May, the storytimes will celebrate Spring. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
OPEN MAKERSPACE TIME
4 pm - 6 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). OFPL’s MakerSpace is a collaborative work space for making, learning, and exploring. Participants ages 5 and up can come in to create their own design for the 3D printers or explore the many engineering activities and equipment!
MIDWEEK MATINEE AT OFPL
4 pm every Wednesday @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). This week’s film is Rush Hour 3.
GOOGLE CAREER ACADEMY MEMBER NIGHT
6 pm - 8 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Gallup Career Academy invites members of the Spring 2024 Cohort to OFPL’’s Makerspace This is your time to create and collaborate! Get help with your Google coursework, or use the MakerSpace equipment. The MakerSpace will be closed to the general public at this time.
THURSDAY, MAY 9
SEW HAPPY
4 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Learn Japanese sashiko stitching. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
MAY FILMS: THE WORLD OF ANIME AND ANIMATION
4 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). This month, Zollinger Library is recognizing anime and animation in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This week’s film is Kubo and the Two Strings.
CRAFTY KIDS
4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Celebrate the mother figure in your life by personalizing a handmade card for them! For more information email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
SAVE THE DATE
SATURDAY, MAY 11
MOTHER’S DAY SELF CARE AT RIO WEST MALL
12 pm - 4 pm @ Rio West Mall (1300 W. Maloney Ave.). Make your own self-care kit to celebrate the mother in your life. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
ARTSCRAWL
7 pm - 9 pm @ Downtown Gallup. Come experience local and professional art, artist demonstrations, gallery openings, live music, hands-on crafts, and games for the kids.
MAKERSPACE @ ARTSCRAWL
7 pm - 9 pm @ El Morro Events Center (210 S. Second St.). Join OFPL to make a Mother’s Day Card using a Cricut!
PRINT IT, WRITE IT, SEND IT
7 pm - 9 pm @ El Morro Events Center (210 S. Second St.). Screenprint a postcard to send to an elected official with a “support the arts” message.
SHOW OPENING: NAVI HAZ ART
1 pm - 3 pm @ LOOM Gallery (209 W. Coal Ave.). A self-taught stained glass designer showcases first-of-their-kind pieces inspired by Diné culture and lifeways.
SHOW OPENING: “FACES OF TRADITION”
7 pm - 9 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.). Through portraiture and storytelling, Tasha N.’s solo show installation honors Native artists and their contributions to the community while addressing issues of economic justice.
BOOK SIGNING AND MOVIE SCREENING
2 pm @ El Morro Theatre (207 W. Coal Ave.). Join OFPL for a signing of the new Blood In Blood Out book inspired by the 1993 movie. A free screening of the movie will take place at 2 pm. The film’s screenwriter and one of the book’s editors, will be present at 6 pm for a Q&A and book signing.
TUESDAY, MAY 14
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6 pm @ City Council Chambers, Gallup City Hall (110 W. Aztec Ave.). The meeting will also be streamed on the City of Gallup’s Facebook page at City of Gallup, New Mexico Government.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
HEALTH EXPO EVENT
10 am – 2 pm @ Navajo Nation Museum. A walk/run will be held at 12 pm, and the expo will include presentations and free screenings.
THURSDAY, MAY 16
OFPL CLOSED FOR STAFF DEVELOPMENT
FRIDAY, MAY 17
CRICUT WORKSHOP
4 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Make your own cup with a Cricut engraving tool. Supplies provided. Advance registration at ofpl.online is required. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
SATURDAY, MAY 18
DIY CANVAS WORKSHOP
1 pm - 3 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.).Learn how to build a frame, stretch and gesso a canvas -- make a 16 x 20» canvas to take home! This event is free, but space is limited and advanced registration is required
ONGOING
YOUTH FILM WORKSHOP
OFPL will host a teen film-making workshop presented by Holt Hamilton Films. Registration is open now. The workshop will be held on June 12-15 at the El Morro Events Center (210 S. Second St.). Register at ofpl.online.
WE READ WE TALK BOOK CLUB
OFPL’s book club book for June is Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson. Discussions will be on June 18 and 22 via Zoom or in-person at the Main Library. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
FREE HIV, SYPHILIS, AND HEPATITIS C TESTING
@ First Nations Community HealthSource-Gallup (1630 S. Second St.). First Nations Community HealthSource-Gallup offers Free Rapid HIV, Syphilis and Hep C Testing, Monday – Friday from 1 pm to 6:30 pm by appointment. Get your results within minutes. To schedule an appointment call (505) 863-8827.
BUILD-YOUR-OWN-BUNDLE
OFPL staff who will create a bundle of material specially for you! Let them know what type of materials and genres you are interested in, and they’ll browse for you and create a custom bundle of material for you to pick-up curbside. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
