FRIDAY April 15
Computer Training
The Octavia Fellin Public Library is offering computer training. Introduction to the Internet, from 11 am -1 pm. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. Register at the front desk or call: (505) 863-1291, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Family Movie (all ages)
Join us for a free family movie. Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Film: The Good Dinosaur
SATURDAY April 16
Badger Bash Volleyball Tournament
Join Naschitti Elementary School, on April 16-17, for the Badger Bash Volleyball Tournament. Entry fee: $120 per team. Proceeds will benefit the end of the year events for Naschitti Elementary School students. Participants with all skill levels are welcome. There will be double elimination only and no pool play. T-shirts will be awarded to the winning teams in first through fourth place. For more information please call (505) 444-0061. Location: Naschitti Elementary School.
Sprouting Melodies (9 to 18 months)
Sprouting Melodies is a music education program that helps inspire learning at early ages through music. Led by a certified music therapist, Antoinette Neff, this program will be a great way for families to connect and learn how to use music to develop learning. Starts at 10 am. Location: Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
SUNDAY April 17
Church of the Holy Spirit
Join us for the Morning Prayer. Begins: 10:30 am. For more information please call (505) 863-4695. Location: 1334 S. Country Club Dr.
Plateau Sciences Society
Join us for the Plateau Sciences Society. This month’s program is the sixth in the series commemorating the Centennial of the National Park Service. It’ll feature a presentation on our nation’s oldest campground, El Morro National Monument. This natural water basin has played host to ancient Anasazi settlers, travelers, Spanish conquistadors, missionaries, US military expeditions, including a visit by the US Army Camel Corps, and westward-moving settlers. For more information please contact Martin Link (505) 863-6459. Refreshments will be served from 2:30-3 pm. Business meeting begins: 3 pm. Location: Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill St.
MONDAY April 18
First Indian Baptist Church
Monday Night Back to Basics Bible Class, Red Hills Trailer Park recreation center 7 pm; Tuesday Family Bible Study FIBC 501 S. 3rd St, 6 pm; Sunday Worship and Prayer at FIBC 501 S. 3rd, 10:30 am. Contact: Pastor Robert Fontenot (505) 979-0511. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it / www.fibcgallup.weebly.com
Gallup-McKinley County Schools
Join us for a Board of Education Meeting. Starts at 4 pm. For more information please contact (505) 721-1000. Location: Navajo Elementary.
Spa Day
A Spa Day will be held at the UNM Cosmetology Department in Gurley Hall. The event is in support of the American Cancer Society Relay For Life Ups & Downs Team. Treat yourself, and/or a friend to a facial, manicure, or a pedicure - for only $5 each. Call 863-7561 to make an appointment between 11 am to 6 pm. All proceeds support cancer research and local patient needs. For more information call Joyce (505) 863-3075.
TUESDAY April 19
Computer Training
The Octavia Fellin Public Library is offering computer training. Facebook for Beginners from 3 -5 pm. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. Register at front desk or call: (505) 863-1291, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Icons and Symbols of New Mexico
Artist Diana Molina will be presenting her photographic presentation of icons and images collected from New Mexico and along the border. She’ll illustrate both popular and less familiar images to show the spirit of New Mexico’s history. This is presented by the New Mexico Humanities Council and Department of Cultural Affairs and is part of the Latino American’s: 500 Years of History Grant and the American Library Association. For more information please call (505) 863-1291. Location: Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Leadership Presentation
Join us for a leadership presentation: Social Maladies Destroy Communities and Business, Mounting an Effective Defense. Take charge of the outcome of your business and community by being a leader not a toxic leader. Presenter: Evert Oldham, Communications Collaborator. Begins: 1 pm. Location: NMSU Grants Small Business Development Center, 701 E. Roosevelt Ave. Grants, NM 87020.
McKinley County Commissioners Meeting
McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting at 9 am. This meeting will be held in the Commissioner Chambers, Third Floor of the McKinley County Courthouse, 207 West Hill, Gallup, New Mexico. A copy of the agenda will be available 72 hours prior to the meeting in the Manager’s Office and the County Clerk’s Office. Auxiliary aides for the disabled are available upon request; please contact
Michelle Esquibel at (505) 722-3868 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements.
WEDNESDAY April 20
April Film Series: New Mexico Made Films
Join us for a free weekly movie. Popcorn provided. Starts at 5 pm. Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave. Film: Bless Me Ultima
Entry Deadline: Recycled Art Contest
Will be a People’s Choice Contest, entry with the most votes on Facebook and the voting booth will win 1st Place, 2nd & 3rd places also awarded. Open to all ages. Entry deadline is April 20 at 4 pm, bring all entries to mall office. Art will be on display in center court April 21-28, winners will be announced April 29. Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney, Gallup.
Open-Mic-Night
Local talent takes center stage from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 West Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings every Wednesday at 6 pm, First United Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Dr, corner of Nizhoni/Red Rock. Enter northwest corner off Nizhoni; Library room.
Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)
An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement rhymes, and stories. Starts at 10:30 am. Location: Children’s Branch, 200 W Aztec Ave. Free.
THURSDAY April 21
Computer Training
The Octavia Fellin Public Library is offering free computer training. Advanced Facebook from 3-5 pm. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. Register at front desk or call: (505) 863-1291, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Crafty Kids (All ages)
Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec. Make: Paper Mache Globe
Neighborhood Meeting
We invite residents of District four to visit with Councilor Fran Palochak. It’s a great opportunity to share ideas. We welcome your compliments and complaints. Please join us and feel free to bring a friend or two. Residents outside of District four are also welcome to attend. Begins: 6 pm. Location: Tobe Turpen Elementary School.
ONGOING
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden is offering organic produce for sale from 10 am - 12 pm, Tue - Fri. We are located at 1130 E. Hasler Valley Rd. All funds go to helping feed local folks. For personal attention call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting ask for Kenworth Jones.
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.
Recycling Council
McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local non-profit 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 www. Recylegallup.org.
SAVE THE DATE
Amateur Radio Test Session
On April 23, join us for the amateur radio test session. Starts at 12 pm. For more information please contact, Jimmy Graham (505) 713-0671 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: 413 Bataan Memorial Dr.
Birdhouse Auction
The ninth annual birdhouse auction, for Relay for Life, will take place on May 1. Area artists and crafts persons who would like to contribute to this project are encouraged to pick up an instructional pamphlet and birdhouse instruction sheet. You may build your own. All entries are due by April 17. Birdhouses will be photographed and added to the Website: www.gallupbirhouses.com. Many will be displayed at local businesses the week before the auction. The project is sponsored by the American Cancer Society Gallup Relay for Life Ups and Downs team. All proceeds go to the fight against cancer. For more information, please call Linda Shelton (505) 722-2175. Location: Sammy C’s Pub and Grill, 107 W Coal Ave.
Events at Rio West Mall
April 22—Super Hero Drawing Contest
April 25—Entry Deadline for RMCH Health Fair Poster Contest
Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave, Gallup.
Visit: www.facebook.com/RioWestMall/
Veterans Job Fair
On June 15, join us for the fourth annual Veterans Job Fair. The job fair helps all who’re seeking employment especially veterans. Participants will be provided a table, two chairs, and lunch. There is no fee for this event. Last year we had a great turnout and had 91 on-site job hires. We invite you to be part of this successful event. Starts at 9 am. For more information or for employers wishing to participate please email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave.
