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Community Calendar January 7- January 13, 2022

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 7

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.

SATURDAY,  JANUARY 8

STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING FOR MCKINLEY CITIZENS’ RECYCLING COUNCIL

3 pm @Octavia Fellin Public Library community Meeting Room (115 W. Hill).The public is welcome to participate to help our non-profit group define goals for 2022. Space is limited to 20 people. If attending in person, masks are required and social distancing will be observed. For more information or to participate by Zoom, call Gerald or Millie (505) 722-5142 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

MONDAY, JANUARY 10

CREATIVE CORNER

4 pm. @ the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Join the challenge to create one art piece a day using a letter from the alphabet. Create a work of art starting with the letter of the day using any medium. Inspired by Daily Practices workshops from CreativeBug. Color Pencil Daily Practice & Marker Daily Practice. 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.

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

1p-2p @ SSC (640 Boardman Dr.)

TUESDAY, JANUARY 11

VIRTUAL ARTIST TALK: SHANNON GURLEY O’DONNELL, NALMERTHAN PABLO

6 pm LIVE on @gallupARTSFacebook page. Join us for a discussion between two artists whose creative perspectives both begin with painting, then branch off in different directions – one takes a realistic approach in watercolor and the other combines realism and abstraction in acrylic – before ultimately winding up in the same place: moments of true beauty!

FILING DAY FOR WRITE-IN CANDIDATES FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICER ELECTION

9 am-5 pm. Qualified electors who would like to become a write-in candidate for Dist. 1 Councilor or Dist. 3 Councilor shall file their Declaration of Candidacy with the City Clerk. For information regarding the election, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (505) 863-1254.

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING

6 pm @ City Council Chambers, Gallup City Hall (110 W. Aztec Ave.). The meeting will also be streamed on the City of Gallup’s Facebook page at City of Gallup, New Mexico Government – Home | Facebook

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12

BULLET JOURNALS

4 pm in the main library (115 W. Hill) in person for a bullet journal workshop. Bullet Journaling is meant to help you organize your tasks and stay productive, but it’s also great for maintaining mindfulness. It has evolved into a platform for many to express their thoughts and creativity. Keep track of your favorite books, water consumption, binge-worthy tv shows, and more! Supplies will be available at OFPL during 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.

FAMILY STORYTIME

11 am. Join us in the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) in person 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, JANUARY 13

LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

5 pm on Zoom at  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86946788988

Meeting ID: 869 4678 8988. The public is invited to attend. 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 Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library (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 make Peace Doves. 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

GOOGLE CAREER CERTIFICATE SCHOLARSHIP

Jump-start your career with a Google Career Certificate scholarship. Prepare for entry-level positions in data analytics, IT support, project management, or user experience design - no college degree or relevant experience required. Apply for a scholarship at ofpl.online now through Jan. 31. 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.

OPEN ENROLLMENT

Gartner Insurance and BeWellNM are working together during this Open Enrollment season to ensure that everyone who is under 65 and is not covered under their employer’s Health Plan and who WANTS health insurance, gets enrolled in a plan before the Open Enrollment ends on Jan. 15. Please contact Chris Gartner at Gartner Insurance at (505) 863-2344 or at 714 S. Second St.

SIXTH ANNUAL MEMBER ARTIST GROUP

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.

UNWRAP THE GIFT OF READING

Begin the holiday cheer early by unwrapping the gift of reading! Throughout the month of December, if you selected a wrapped book to check out, unwrap, read, and rate, remember that 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.

RMCHCS COVID-19  TEST/VACCINE/BOOSTER CLINIC

8 am-4 pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). Sixteen 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  adult must be six months out from their second vaccine. Patient/guardian will be required to remain with patient and wait 15 minutes for observation immediately after receiving the vaccine. Must call College Clinic at (505) 863-1820 to set up an appointment.

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 vaccine for children ages 5-11. A patient guardian will be required to remain with the patient and wait 15 minutes for observation immediately after vaccine is given.