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Community Calendar December 10 - December 16, 2021

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10

COVID-19 AND FLU VACCINES

2:30 pm-4:30 pm @Kirtland Middle School (S. of U.S. Highway 64-Old High A, Shiprock). For more information, contact Gary Russell-King at (505) 368-6032.

 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11

COMMUNITY HEALTH TOWN HALL

1 pm-3 pm @ First United Methodist Church (1800 Red Rock Dr.). This town hall is sponsored by the Community Health Action Committee over concerns about the state of health care at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services. For more information contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Pam Yardley at (505) 870-6205.

SIXTH ANNUAL MEMBER ARTIST GROUP

12 pm-4 pm @ ART123 Gallery @ 123 W. Coal Ave. Virtual Show Preview: 11:45am on the @gallupARTS Facebook page to see New works by eight local artists from watercolor, oil, acrylic, and mixed media to landscapes, portraits, and abstract designs. Stop in for a complimentary cup of cocoa! For more information visit @ART123Gallery on Facebook & @gallupARTS on Facebook/Instagram. The 6th Annual Member Artist Group Show will be on view through January 29.

BAR SOAP WITH DRIED FLOWERS AND ESSENTIAL OILS

1 pm Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube to make your own bar soap with dried flowers & essential oils. Watch our collection of self-care workshops on YouTube to boost your mental, emotional, and physical health. The ingredient list will be available at ofpl.online prior to the workshop. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. 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.

NASA@YOUR LIBRARY PLUS SANTA’S WORKSHOP INSIDE THE MALL!

12 pm-4 pm. Join us inside the Rio West Mall behind Hobby Lobby to go to infinity and beyond! We will be celebrating NASA@Your Library by going to space with virtual reality headsets, astronaut games, and many hands-on activities plus delight in the magic of the holiday season at Santa’s workshop by making a holiday craft! Books, games, library cards, and more will be available.  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.

 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12

JORDAN’S WAY SHELTER TOUR

10 am - 2 pm @ The Gallup McKinley Humane Society 1315B Hamilton Rd. Longtime bodybuilder and founder of Jordan’s Way, Kris Rotonda, is partnering to raise funds and adopt out animals as part of a 50-state national animal rescue tour. Rotonda, who appears on the Hallmark Channel and Dodo, has performed physical challenges to raise funds to help animal rescue efforts.

DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY ART MARKET

10 am-3 pm @ El Morro Events Center (210 S. Second St.). Shop 20 stalls and your favorite Gallup artists! Sponsored by gallupARTS and the Gallup Business Improvement District. For more information, visit @gallupARTS on Facebook/Instagram

COVID-19 AND FLU VACCINES

8 am-3 pm @Shiprock High School (U.S. Highway 64 Shiprock). For more information, contact Gary Russell-King at (505) 368-6032.

 

MONDAY,  DECEMBER 13

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAM

10 am-1 pm @UNM-Gallup Gurley Hall Basement Classroom B207. Introductory English Language Learner is open to the Gallup and surrounding area communities. The program is free and learning materials will be provided. For more information: contact Tonya Thacker (505) 863-7644 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

GALLUP –MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS BOARD MEETING

1 pm-2 pm (SSC 640 Boardman Dr.

CREATIVE CORNER – POM-POM RUGS

4 pm. @ the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Feel the warmth of a new rug. Make your own soft and warm pom-pom rug out of yarn. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. 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, DECEMBER 14

COVID-19 AND FLU VACCINES

2:30 pm-4:30 pm @Mesa Elementary School (U. S. Highway 491, Shiprock). For more information, contact Gary Russell-King at (505) 368-6032.

MCKINLEY COUNTY 5-11 YEAR OLD AFTER HOURS IMMUNIZATION CLINIC

9 am-6:30 pm @ 1919 College Dr. To register, visit https://cvvaccine.nmhealth.org/ or call (505) 722-4391.

 

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15

COVID-19 AND FLU VACCINES

2:30 pm-4:30 pm @ Nizhoni Elementary School (491 U.S. 491 & NM Highway 64, Shiprock). For more information, contact Gary Russell-King at (505) 368-6032.

FAFSA – FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID

8 am-5 pm. @Student Services Building UNM-Gallup Campus (705 Gurley Ave.) Bring FSA ID; 2020 Federal Taxes; 2020 W2s; Parent FSA ID; Parent 2020 Federal Taxes/2020 W2

FAMILY STORYTIME

11 am. Join us in the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for storytime activities, songs, rhymes and read-alouds every week! Age 0-4.  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.

 

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16

LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

5 pm. The public is invited to attend the Library Advisory Board Zoom monthly meeting at  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86946788988

Meeting ID: 869 4678 8988. 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.

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 create a Pinecone Christmas Ornament. 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.

 

ONGOING

POP-UP HOLIDAY ART MARKET AT ART123 GALLERY

12 pm-4 pm Tuesday – Saturday through Dec. 22. This market features 19 local artists and  includes fiber arts, wood carving, painting, prints, jewelry and more. For more information visit: @ART123Gallery on Facebook & @gallupARTS on Facebook/Instagram.

NEW MEXICO LETTERS ABOUT LITERATURE

The New Mexico State Library is holding this competition for children ages 13 and under to read a book and write a letter to the author about how the work shaped the child’s perspective on the world or him/herself. The entry form, permission form, official rules and terms of participation are available on the Letters About Literature website at read.gov/letters/. All entries must be submitted by Jan. 7.

MITTEN TREE

In the spirit of holiday giving, OFPL will be collecting new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, and earmuffs to decorate our Mitten Tree! Donations will be accepted throughout the month of December and will benefit the children & families served by McKinley County. Help provide our community with warm hands and warm hearts.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.

UNWRAP THE GIFT OF READING

Begin the holiday cheer early by unwrapping the gift of reading! Throughout the month of December select a wrapped book to check out, unwrap, and read! Rate it by filling out the card with each book. All cards that are returned by Jan. 14 will be entered in a prize drawing. Post a picture with your book on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram and tag us @galluplibrary for a second entry into the drawing. 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.

BOOSTER WEBSITE

The New Mexico Department of Health has a COVID-19 eligibility tool at https://vaccineNM.org. A short questionnaire will help determine eligibility for the Pfizer booster and allow for an appointment to be scheduled.

MCKINLEY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICE VACCINATIONS

8 am-5 pm. Closed from 12 pm-1 pm @ 1919 College Dr. COVID vaccinations (Moderna and Pfizer) for children up to age 18 and adults 19 and older. Register on cvvaccine.nm.org or call for assistance (505) 722-2004. WIC services at (505) 722-2004.

RMCHCS COVID-19  TEST/VACCINE/BOOSTER CLINIC

8 am-4 pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). Twelve years and older. For test – someone will come to your vehicle. Please call (505) 236-1074 and someone will come out to your vehicle to obtain a specimen.

 

8 am-4 pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). For vaccine and booster the patient/guardian will be required to remain with patient and wait 15 minutes for observation immediately after receiving the vaccine. Appointments are available at (505) 863-1820. Walk-ins are welcome.

RMCHCS CHILDREN’S COVID-19 TESTS/VACCINATIONS

8 am-4 pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). For tests Call (505) 326-1074 and someone will come to your vehicle to obtain a specimen.

 

8:30 am-11 am and 1 pm-4 pm Mon.-Fri.@ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.).  For COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 5-11. Patient/guardian will be required to remain with patient and wait 15 minutes for observation immediately after receiving the vaccine.

RECOVERY MEETINGS

6:30 pm Thursdays Across Nations/Celebrate Recovery, Window Rock, Ariz.

Contact: Steve Maus (505) 371-5749; Steven, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

6:30 pm-8:30 pm Tuesdays Joshua Generation Celebrate Recovery, 1375 Elva Dr. Gallup. Contacts: Pastor Debra Chee (505) 702-5132; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Pastor Dennis Gallegos (505) 870-2175; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

7:00 pm Thursdays Zuni Christian Reformed Church, Celebrate Recovery, 19C Pia Mesa Rd. Zuni, N.M.. Contact: Tim Eisenga (505) 782-5649; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it