FRIDAY, JULY 9
WILDTHING CHAMPIONSHIP BULLRIDING
8 pm-10 pm @ Red Rock Park, 825 Outlaw Rd., Church Rock, N.M. Adult advance tickets are $22 for July 9; $25 for July 10. Advance children’s tickets are $8. CASH ONLY. Tickets are also available at the gate, adult tickets at the gate are $30. Tickets for children at the gate are $10. Cash only. Children five and under are free.
AUTHOR TALK
1 pm Live on Zoom meet author Judy Prescott Marshall. Marshall, who writes non-fiction and contemporary fiction stories that explore women’s struggles and their journeys, will discuss her book process, character development, and read the first chapter of her latest book, “Still Crazy.” Engage in the conversation on Zoom or LIVE on Facebook, @gallup library with an interactive Q&A session and a free giveaway. 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.
MARVEL SCAVENGER HUNT AND TRIVIA CHALLENGE
4 pm. Join OFPL on GooseChase for a Marvel-themed scavenger hunt and trivia challenge. Assemble your team to complete the challenges and save the galaxy. Download the GooseChase app and use the game code ZMD8V8 to test your new-found abilities. Top three competitors will receive random Marvel Funko Pops. 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.
SATURDAY, JULY 10
WILDTHING CHAMPIONSHIP BULLRIDING
8 pm-10 pm @ Red Rock Park, 825 Outlaw Rd., Church Rock, N.M. Adult advance tickets are $22 for July 9; $25 for July 10. Advance children’s tickets are $8. CASH ONLY. Tickets are also available at the gate, adult tickets at the gate are $30. Tickets for children at the gate are $10. Cash only. Children five and under are free.
VIRTUAL SHOW OPENING – ELTINE BIKÉYAH//LAND BY MARINA ESKEETS
12 pm LIVE on @gallupARTS Facebook and Instagram pages. This exhibition will be on view at ART!@# Gallery through August 4. ART123 is open Tues.-Sat. 12 pm-4 pm.
SELF-CARE SATURDAY
1 pm. Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary to make a Hair Detangling Spray DIY self-care product. Watch our previous self-care workshops on YouTube to boost your mental, emotional, and physical health. Ingredient list will be available at ofpl.online prior to the workshop. 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.
MONDAY, JULY 12
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
1 pm-2 pm @ SSC 640 Boardman Dr.
CREATIVE CORNER
4 pm on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube. Create your own art using materials found around your home. Courses are geared toward individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week our focus will be on Egg Carton Lizards. Create and decorate your own chameleon using recycled egg cartons, paint, and glue. Inspired by “Tails & Tales of Summer Reading 2021.” 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.
BIG LIBRARY READ
Borrow the featured title “The Quiet Girl” by S. F. Kosa from our digital collection. OFPL is connecting their patrons with millions of readers during the next Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club. Through July 12, readers can solve a compelling mystery in S.F. Kosa’s debut thriller, “The Quiet Girl,” eBook from their public library. Card holders can borrow the ebook without waiting by visiting http://nm.lib.overdrive.com or downloading the Libby app. Readers can then discuss online at https://biglibraryread.com/join-the-discussion. Use #biglibraryread on social media, for a chance to win a Samsung Galaxy Tablet and signed book by the author. 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.
TUESDAY, JULY 13
SEASHELL SENSORY BOTTLES
3 pm. Join OFPL outside the Children’s Branch near the playground for seashell sensory bottles. Learn to identify different types of seashells and create your own sensory bottle containing sand and shells to take home. Supplies are limited and are available on a first-come first-served basis. 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.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 14
OFPL POKÉMON GO TOURNAMENT
6 pm Register your Pokémon team at ofpl.online. Tournament will be streamed on OFPL’s Twitch channel, @ ofpl _streams. See full list of rules and regulations at ofpl.online. 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. The Pokémon GO Fest 2021 begins July 16 from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm outside the Children’s Branch near the playground.
TECH TIME: ONLINE EDUCATION & TRAINING
4 pm @ Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library for FREE computer classes. Registration is not required, but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the LIVESTREAM courses. 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.
WHAT TO EXPECT
There are many questions about what to expect when the library opens its doors to the public. We will show you what to expect, what’s new and how to have the best experience.
WALK ON THE WILDSIDE STORYTIME – PRESCHOOL SONGS AND ACTIVITIES
11 am. Join us outside by the playground at Octavia Fellin Public Library Children’s Branch for bilingual animal songs and stories. For the continued safety of our neighbors, we do ask attendees to continue social distancing and mask wearing. We’re also offering a preschool activity book available on a first come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online.
THURSDAY, JULY 15
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY BRANCH WEEKLY EVENTS
CRAFTY KIDS
4 pm on Facebook and YouTube @galluplibrary (all ages) for family-friendly crafts and step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week we will help you with Paper Cup Penguins.
CIBOLA COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
6 pm @ Asian Café (1508 E. Santa Fe Ave., Grants). The club is a non-profit 501c, and an all-volunteer organization made up of local amateur radio operators who assist local governments during emergencies, find lost people, and help citizens obtain their licenses to become an amateur radio operators at no cost. Visitors and members must pay for their own meal.
ONGOING
THE 2021 LOBO ACADEMY SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM
Through July 30. To enroll for Fall 2021: Complete an UNMG TRIO/SSS application. For more information go to gallup.un.edu/trio/loboacademy.php
FIRE HYDRANT TESTING
7 am-7 pm Mon.-Sun. The Gallup Fire Dept. will conduct annual fire hydrant testing and maintenance. This includes capturing pressure readings, flowing water of the fire hydrant, cleaning, painting and documenting any inefficiency found. Customers who experience any discolored water problems after the tests are encouraged to turn on a cold-water faucet outside of the house and let it run for five to 10 minutes. A slight decline in water quality is common. If quality does not improve or further problems occur, contact the Gallup Water Department by calling the utility dispatcher at (505) 863-1200. Testing is scheduled to continue until August.
GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS SUMMER SCHEDULE
7:30 am-5:30 pm @ Student Support Center (640 Boardman).
GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM
9 am-1 pm @ 13 school sites Mon-Thur, (Fri-Sun meals are picked up on Thursdays). To see the entire list of sites, go to gmcs.org
RMCHCS COVID VACCINATION CLINIC
8 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). No appointments needed. For COVID testing please call (505) 236-1074 and someone will come out to your vehicle to obtain specimen.
RMCHCS URGENT CARE HOURS
9 am-6 pm Mon.-Fri.; 9 am-1 pm Sat; Closed - Sun.
RMCHCS RAPID CARE
9 am-6 pm. Closed weekends @ 1850 U. S. Rte. 66. urgent care visits, vaccines, primary care. (505) 488-2606.
MCKINLEY COUNTY BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS
8:30 am-4 pm; closed 12 pm-1 pm Mon. – Fri. @ McKinley Public Health Office (1919 College Dr.) Call (505) 722-4391 to schedule an appointment. Bring your child’s shot record. Vaccines will be provided at no cost for children through 18 years of age.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
BBBS is seeking help after losing its air conditioning. It must replace both the air conditioning and the furnace system at a cost of $8,300. BBBS has suspended in-person match meetings out of its office. If you wish to help, visit bbbsmountainregion.org or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call (505) 726-4285.
SUMMER READING 2021: TAILS AND TALES
All ages can participate in Summer Reading 2021! Children read four hours, vote in the Land of Enchantment Books Awards, or complete a Summer of STEM kit. Do one, two, or all three! Expand your horizons, read different genres and a variety of literature and complete a book bingo card. All age groups are eligible to win PRIZES. Return your bingo card to be entered into weekly prize drawings. Sign up at ofpl.online or request a paper log/bingo card with your curbside pick-up order. The last day to receive prizes is July 31. The last day to submit your bingo card and enter into a grand prize drawing is Sept. 1. 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.
WE READ, WE TALK BOOK CLUB
Register at ofpl.online for a copy of “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants” by Robin Wall Kimmerer now through July 19. Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, salamanders, algae, and sweetgrass offer us gifts and lessons, even if we’ve forgotten how to hear their voices. Zoom discussions will be held in August. 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.
