FRIDAY Dec. 16
Nathan N. Nez, Sr. Artist Exhibition
Through December, Nathan N. Nez, Sr.’s work will be on display at the Main Library. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Bill of Rights Exhibition Kiosk
An info kiosk in honor of the 225th Anniversary of the Bill of Rights, which was ratified on Dec. 15, 1791 and made officially part of the Constitution. The kiosk was created by the National Archives in Washington D.C. and contains facts and fun information about one of our country’s most sacred documents — it will be on display until the end of the month. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave.
Free Computer Classes in December!
10:30am – 12:30 pm: Beginning Facebook. The library is offering free computer training throughout the month of December. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required, to register call (505) 863-1291 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit the front desk of the library.
Family Movie
4 pm: a family film for everyone to enjoy. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. This week: Arthur Christmas
SATURDAY Dec. 17
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeater’s Anonymous 12-step meetings. Held every Sunday at 6 to 7 pm. at the Hozho Center, 216 W. Maloney. Open to anybody who has a desire to stop compulsive eating. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 870-1483.
SUNDAY Dec. 18
Church of the Holy Spirit
Join us for the Holy Eucharist. Begins: 10:30 am. For more information, please call (505) 863-4695. Location: 1334 S. Country Club Dr.
Support Gathering
Every Saturday throughout December, from 12 to 4 pm, there will be a Support Gathering for the NO Dakota Access Pipeline Water Protectors and Piñon Pipeline Project Resisters at the Gallup Cultural Center located at 201 E. Hwy. 66. The chapters to be impacted are Nageezi, Lybrook, Counselor, Pueblo Pintado, Whitehorse Lake, Baca-Prewitt and other Navajo Communities along the way.
WEDNESDAY Dec. 21
Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)
An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. Starts: 10:30 am. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Free
Maker’s Club (ages 7 and up)
A club for kids interested in science, math, building, and inventing. Each week features a different challenge, project, or experiment. Starts: 5 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
Holiday Hijinks Films
Free weekly movie. Popcorn provided. 5:30-8:30 pm. Octavia Fellin Public Library, 115 W. Hill Ave. This week: I’ll Be Home for Christmas
Nooma
At 7 pm, a dialogue study of some of the basic elements of Christian faith, with a video curriculum called Nooma created by Rob Bell will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 151 N.M. 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor apartments). Each week we will discuss a different topic of our faith. Persons of all faiths or no religious affiliation are welcome. For more information, contact Pastor Lorelei Kay (505) 905-3247.
THURSDAY Dec. 22
Crafty Kids (All ages)
Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave.
ONGOING
ArtsCrawl
ArtsCrawl is held the second Saturday of every month from 7 to 9 pm, downtown Gallup. Not held January and February.
Childbirth Education Class
RMCHC Women’s Health Unit offers childbirth education classes, at no charge, every second Saturday of the month in the RMCH Library, 1901 Red Rock Drive, from 9 am-1 pm. Contact WHU at (505) 863-7026.
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
First Monday of the month, from 3 - 5 pm. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling, and other environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-0039 for information. Octavia Fellin Public Library: 115 W. Hill Ave.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am - noon, Tue – Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Friday Night Hootenanny
Gallup’s longest-running live show! Every Friday night from 7 - 9 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.
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.
Gallup Solar
The nonprofit, Gallup Solar, is hosting free Solar 101 classes about all things related to off-grid solar systems on the first three Wednesdays of each month, 6 - 7 pm, at 113 E. Logan Ave. All welcome any week. No registration required. For info call: (505) 728-9246.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity work sessions held each week. Volunteers to serve on decision making meetings or wish to volunteer at or help fund construction projects. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226 for details.
Open-Mic Night
Wednesdays: Local talent takes center stage from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W. Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.
Recycling Council
McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit 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 Recylegallup.org. Note: Not held in December
SAVE THE DATE
UNM-G Winter Break
The University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus will be closed for Winter Break from Dec. 23 –Jan. 2. The campus will re-open for business at 8 am. on Jan. 3, 2017.
RMCHCS Auxiliary Awards Scholarships
Scholarships each fall and spring semester to students pursuing an education in medical or health careers. Applicants must be full time students, have completed 12 college credit hours, and have at least a 2.0 GPA. Application deadline for the spring 2017 semester is Jan. 3. Applications are available at the UNM-Gallup Financial Aid Office and at the RMCH information desk. For more information call (505) 863-7325.
New Student Orientation UNM-G
Jan. 7: 9:30-11:30 am. For all incoming freshmen including transfer students. UNM-G, Student Services and Tech Center Room 200, 700 Gurley Ave.
