FRIDAY, MAY 27
NAVAJO RUG WEAVING
10 am to 2 pm @ the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). The Navajo Lifeway will host Navajo Rug Weaving Classes on the fourth Friday of every month. Please bring your own weaving materials and/or projects. 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.
AROMATHERAPY & ESSENTIAL OILS
4 pm. Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library and Tiffany’s House of Essential Oils as they observe Mental Health Awareness Month. Discover he benefits of essential oils.
YOGA & MEDITATION
4 pm at the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). For Mental Health Awareness Month, join OFPL and Soul Awake Yoga for yoga and meditation. Space is limited to 20 and on a first-come, first-served basis. 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.
SATURDAY, MAY 28
SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC
@ Chinle Veterinary Clinic in Chinle, Ariz. Surgery day for spaying and neurting your cats and dogs. A $25 fee is due at the time of the surgery.
GALLUP 9TH ST. FLEA MARKET
9 am to 5 pm @ 340 9th Street. The Gallup 9th Street Flea Market is one of the largest Native American markets in the United States. With more than 500 vendors and as many as 10,000 visitors each week, you can find food, crafts, jewelry, livestock, and household goods.
MONDAY, MAY 30
MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCES
10 am @ Hillcrest Cemetery (960 W. Aztec Ave.). A veterans group will begin the festivities by laying wreaths at the tomb of the unknown soldier. A memorial ceremony will also be held at Courthouse Plaza at 11 am.
MEMORIAL DAY, NO SCHOOL FOR GMCS STUDENTS
MANUELITO CHILDREN’S HOME 5K FUN RUN AND WALK
7 am to 11 am @ the Gallup Sports Complex (925 Park Ave.). This fun event is fun for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, and the entry fee proceeds go straight to supporting the children and programs of the Manuelito Navajo Children’s Home.Register in advance by emailing Jim Christian at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by calling 505-863-5530.
CREATIVE CORNER – PAINT PIGMENTS FROM SCRATCH
Join OFPL on YouTube and on OFPL’s Facebook. Learn how to make paint pigments from southwest plants. 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, MAY 31
GMCS SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
1 pm-2 pm @ SSC 640 Boardman Dr.
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR GMCS STUDENTS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1
FLOWER ARRANGING
6 pm @ the Community Garden (1130 E. Hasler Valley Rd. Cost $10, all supplies will be provided. The event is sponsored by the NMSU McKinley County Extension. Call or text Edith Iwan @ 505-240-2698 to register by May 30.
MIDWEEK MATINEE AT OFPL
3 pm every Wednesday @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Weekly film screenings of award-winning, classics, documentaries, newly released, and specially selected films. This week’s film is “Moonfall” (2022).
KIDZ CINEMA
12:30 pm every Wednesday @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for weekly family oriented film screenings. Movies are catered with ratings PG and lower. This week’s movie is “Deep” (2018). 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.
FAMILY STORYTIME
Join OFPL @ 11 am on Wednesdays inside the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for storytime activities, songs, rhymes, and read-aloud stories every week! This week’s theme is octopuses. Age 0-4. 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.
THURSDAY, JUNE 2
JUNE FILMS: PRIDE MONTH AND JUNETEENTH
1 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). This month Zollinger Library is celebrating Pride Month and Juneteenth. The film screenings are free and open to all students and staff as well as the community. Popcorn available, first come first served. This week’s movie is “Lez Bomb.” For questions please call 505-863-7531 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
9 am to 12 pm. The Emergency Rental Assistance Program makes funding available to assist households that are unable to pay rent or utilities. Join New Mexico Legal Aid at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Thursday from 9 am-Noon for assistance completing the ERAP application. They will be onsite for walk-ins ready to provide help in keeping safe, stable, and affordable housing. Appointments are also available by contacting New Mexico Legal Aid at (505) 722-4417. 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.
MIGHTY CHONDRIA KIDS
2 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.) for a STREAM workshop for kids and tweens (5-12). This week will be focused on if items sink or float. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis. 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.
CRAFTY KIDS
4 pm Join OFPL in the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) in person this week 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 they will be making aquarium builders. 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.
SAVE THE DATE
FRIDAY, JUNE 3
SUMMER X-STREAM SCAVENGER HUNT
10 am to 5 pm @ the Main Library and Children’s Branch (115 W. Hill Ave. and 200 W. Aztec. Ave.). Kick off summer reading with an ocean-themed scavenger hunt and a chance to win some great prizes. 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.
SATURDAY, JUNE 4
FAMILY STORYTIME
Join OFPL @ 2 pm on Saturdays inside the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for storytime activities, songs, rhymes, and read-aloud stories every week! This week’s theme is octopuses. Age 0-4. 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.
MONDAY, JUNE 6
POKÉMON GO GYM BATTLES
The Pokémon Go! Battle for Zollinger Library will heat up. During the summer, the Library will check which Pokémon team has control of the Library’s gym at 5 p.m. each weekday. The team in control will have their flag raised for 24 hours. At the end of the summer, a champion will be declared. For questions please call 505-863-7531 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8
POKÉMON GO PARTY
4 pm @ Zolllinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Join fellow Pokémon trainers for a friendly gathering with snacks. Make new friends, trade, battle, or just enjoy the company. There will also be Pokémon trivia at 5 p.m. For questions please call 505-863-7531 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
ONGOING
OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES SUMMER X-STREAM
Discover an ocean of possibilities by taking a virtual tour of an aquarium, participating in STREAM and craft activities, join a live puppet show, enjoy movies, a pirate party, and more! Registration for SUMMER X-STREAM begins May 16 in-person at the library or octaviafellinpl.beanstack.com 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.
ART ATTACK CHALLENGE
OFPL is inviting youth artists to submit creative work in any medium to decorate the youth library using the theme: “Looking Back, Moving Forward: Life After a Pandemic” Submission deadline is July 22. Visit ofpl.online for more guidelines. 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.
WE READ, WE TALK HYBRID BOOK CLUB
“All the Ugly and Wonderful Things” is the next OFPL book club read. In person and Zoom discussions will be held on June 14th @ 6 pm and June 25 @ 2 pm.
“THE TRANSITION”
“The Transistion” is a narrative art installation by Zuni artist Dennis Dewa that sharply contrasts the current state of the environment with the brighter future that is possible through immediate, radical change through a landscape mural. The exhibit will be on display until June 4.
CREATIVE MINDS
@ ART 123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.). “Creative Minds” is an art show celebrating young artists and their unique view of the world through photography. The exhibit will be on display until June 14.
gallupARTS EXTENDS HOURS
12 pm-6 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays (123 W. Coal Ave.)
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 April 30.. For more info.: 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-10 am Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). 16 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.
For vaccine and booster adult must be six months out from their second vaccine. Call College Clinic at (505) 863-1820 to set up an appointment.
RMCHCS CHILDREN’S COVID-19 TESTS/VACCINATIONS
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.