FRIDAY, September 20
Get Up & Game
12 pm-4 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family.
Open MakerSpace
4 pm-6 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Learn new techniques and technoloties. We’re providing materials for our butten press and magnets. Intended for ages 8 and older.
Escape Room: The Dentist
11 am-5 pm @ Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Try to escape the wicked clutches of the nefarious Dentist M. D. You have 60 minutes to solve all the clues. Stop by Sept. 20 of Saturday. Registration encouraged. 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.
Reawakenings Open Arena & Family Fun Night
6 pm @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Our arena is open on Friday evenings. Minors, please bring a parent/guardian, they will need to sign your release. We will also have games in the Tack room! (Monopoly, Pictionary, FUN Bingo, Cards, etc.) Bring Your Own Refreshments, please. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
CROP Hunger Walk 50th Anniversary Kick-off and Community Pantry Fundraiser
4:30 pm-7 pm @ The Community Pantry (1130 Hasler Valley Road) Soup and Salad Supper for $8. The supper is a kick off for the annual CROP Hunger Walk. CROP (Communities Responding to Overcoem Poverty) started in Pennsylvania in 1969. It raises awareness about local and global food insecurity. For information or to make donations contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 722-9257 or call Hilda at The Community Pantry at (505) 726-8068. Donations can be made at crophungerwalk.org/gallupnm.
EMS Information Sessions
4:30 pm-6 pm @UNM-Gallup (705 Gurley Ave., Gallup) Nursing Building, Rm. 126. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-7624,
Special Commission Meeting
3 pm-4 pm @ County Commission Chambers Third Floor of the County Courthouse (207 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Commiwwioners will meet to review and approve the 2019 property tax rate for McKinley County.
SATURDAY, September 21
Garage Sale Fundraiser
8 am-1 pm @ the Red Mesa Center (105 W. Hill Ave., Gallup), sponsored by the Plateau Sciences Society. For more information: call Rachel (505) 980-5437.
Story Time
9:30 am-10 am @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup) .
Escape Room: The Dentist
11 am-5 pm @ Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Try to escape the wicked clutches of the nefarious Dentist M. D. You have 60 minutes to solve all the clues. Stop by. Registration encouraged. 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.
Think It Print It: 3D Printing (ages 8-13)
4 pm-6 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup) . If you can think it you can print it. Join us as we learn how to make objects using TinkerCAD and create your own personalized name keychain. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (505) 726-6120.
El Malpais National Monument: Movie Night
3 pm @ El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center (1900 E. Santa Fe Ave., Grants). Explore one way in which the lands of New Mexico have been used as we view a movie filmed in the area, Ace in the Hole, starring Kirk Douglas. For more information call: (505) 876-2783.
Self-defense with Matt & Dillon
9 am @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Join Matt and Dillon for their self defense class, based in realistic techniques of mixed martial arts for your personal protection. Everyone is welcome. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
Canine Compadres class
9:30 am @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Join Erin, Manda and our mentor, Rishard! Basic obedience, service dog training and support, and more. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
Reawakenings Comraderie Cookout
4 pm @ Rockin J Reawakenings (234 Co Rd. 19, Prewitt). Come join us at the ranch for our monthly cookout! Great scenery, great people, a few horses to rub on. We have the horseshoe pits set up, a sand box and swingset for the kids, several indoor games. Lots that we can do if anyone wants. We’ll also talk a little bit about some of our upcoming goings on. For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
We READ, We TALK Book Club
Register at either library (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup and 200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup) September 1st through September 21st for a free copy of House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto Urrea. The story by a Pulitzer Prize finalist, the De La Cruzes, a family on the Mexican-American border, celebrate two of their most beloved relatives during a joyous and bittersweet weekend. Get ready for some great conversations, good food and tons of fun! 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.
SUNDAY, September 22
Plateau Sciences Society Discussion
2 pm @Red Mesa Center (105 W. Hill Ave, Gallup). The Plateau Sciences Society will talk about the increasing lack of history and STEM instruction in area schools. Time permitting, PSS may show a film commemorating the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first African slaves in what would become the U.S.A. For more information: call Rachel (505) 980-5437.
September is Library Card Sign Up Month
Stop by either OFPL Location (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup and 200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup) to sign up for a library card or replace lost cards for free during the month of September. Fines will be forgiven for library card holders under age 18 as well as Teacher card holders. 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.
MONDAY, September 23
Banned Book Week Film Extravaganza: “Footloose”
5:30 pm-7:30 pm@ Main Library Meeting Room (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Film and video productions can vividly depict the impact of censorship on individuals and society. Join us for film screenings based on book titles that have been censored. 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.
Consequences of Methamphetamines/Synthetic Use/Abuse Training
10 am-5 pm @ El Morro Events Center (210 S. Second St., Gallup). Training designed to alert professionals to the appearance and effects of various drugs. Open to the public. To register, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
TUESDAY, September 24
Banned Book Week Film Extravaganza: “Color Purple”
5:30 pm-7:30 pm@ Main Library Meeting Room (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Film and video productions can vividly depict the impact of censorship on individuals and society. Join us for film screenings based on book titles that have been censored. 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.
Reawakenings Self Defense
5:30 pm-7:30 pm @ St. Bonaventure School’s Wellness Night at St. Bonaventure School (25 W. Navarre Blvd. Thoreau). Matt will be set up in the old gym to give Self Defense Demos and give out more information about our classes! For more information: reawakenings.rockin-j.com
Chess Club
4 pm- 5 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Refreshments provided. Club meets on first and fourth Tuesday of the month. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (505) 726-6120.
Creative Coding
4 pm-5 pm @ Main Branch (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup) Attend a workshop to create code-based programs such as art, games, interaactive environments. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291.
WEDNESDAY, September 25
Banned Book Week Film Extravaganza: “Bless Me Ultima”
5:30 pm-7:30 pm@ Main Library Meeting Room (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Film and video productions can vividly depict the impact of censorship on individuals and society. Join us for film screenings based on book titles that have been censored. 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 Night Films
5:30 pm @ Main Branch (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup) This week’s film: Bless Me Ultima
Story Time Wednesdays
10:30 am-11 am @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Get ready for rhythm and rhyme at Storytime! We’re using rhyme to help build our language skills. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. Every Wednesday at 10:30 am and Saturday at 11 am. This program is intended for children ages 2-4.
Lego Challenge
4 pm-6pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup). Join us to make boats that float, cars that go, marble mazes and more. For more information: email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 726-6120.
GATE Advisory Council
5:15 p,-6:15 pm @ Educational Development Center (1000 E. Aztec, Gallup).
THURSDAY, September 26
Banned Book Week Film Extravaganza: “Precious”
5:30 pm-7:30 pm@ Main Library Meeting Room (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). Film and video productions can vividly depict the impact of censorship on individuals and society. Join us for film screenings based on book titles that have been censored. 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.
Crafty Kids (all ages)
4 pm-5 pm @ Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup): Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Autumn Leaf Bowls.
GHS-ROTC Blood Drive
8 am-2 pm @ GHS Music Room (1055 Rico St., Gallup)
ONGOING
Crownpoint Navajo Rug Auction
7 pm-10 pm @ New Crownpoint Elementary School gymnasium (Main St. H-1, Crownpoint). Second Friday of the month. For more information, call (505) 879-9460
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
3:30 pm-5 pm @ the Octavia Fellin Library Meeting Room (115 W. Hill Ave., Gallup) first Monday of the month. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.
Recycling Council
2 pm first Saturday of the month @ Red Mesa on Hill Street (105 W. Hill Ave., Gallup). 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.
Future Foundations: Baby Bounce & Boogie
10 am-11 am @ Future Foundations Family Center (551 Washington Ave., Grants). Baby Bounce and Boogie is designed for newborn to 3 years of age and their parents. Offered free of charge, however donations are welcome! Every other Wednesday. For more information: (505) 285-3542.
Gallup Storytellers Toastmasters
6:30 pm @ Earl’s Restaurant (1400 East Highway 66, Gallup). Toastmasters meets every Thursday (except holidays). Guests welcome. For more information : Fran Palochak (505)-879-6570 or Carl Ballenger (505) 879-0191.
Gallup Solar
6 pm-8 pm Wednesday (113 E. Logan, Gallup). Free community classes and presentations about all things solar. For more information: (505) 728-9246.
Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society
Wednesdays are low-cost Spay and Neuter Days, at the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society (1315 Hamilton Rd., Gallup). 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.
Rockin J Reawakenings Dog Training
2 pm every Friday and 9:30 am every Saturday dog training needs and assistance. 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). For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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). For more information 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 St., Cedar Hills Plaza 262-#11, Gallup). 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, Gallup). 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., Gallup) 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.,Gallup) (in the library). All are welcome.
Community Pantry
10 am-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday (1130 E. Hasler Valley Rd., Gallup). 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) Gallup’s longest-running live show!
Gallup Solar
6 pm-8 pm Wednesdays (113 E. Logan, Gallup). 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.
