FRIDAY,  JULY 22

ART ATTACK CHALLENGE DEADLINE

Do you love making art? 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.

MARS ROVER EXPLORATION

1 pm @ the OFPL Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Learn about the Perseverance Mars Rover from an engineer who helped design it. Then, take on an engineering challenge as you design and build your own planetary rover out of pasta. 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.

TEEN PAINT NIGHT

4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Learn how to paint with acrylics. Supplies will be provided. 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.

FRIDAY, JULY 22
AND SATURDAY, JULY 23

RALLY RIDE

@ Red Rock Motorsports Club (139 Hasler Valley Rd.). Come take part in the Gallup Red Rock Motorsports OHV/ATV Rally Ride across Gallup! $30 registration fee per vehicle with legal seating capacity.

SATURDAY, JULY 23

LEVITT AMP CONCERT SERIES

6 pm @ Courthouse Square. Come join the fun in the heart of downtown Gallup at this free concert series brought to you by the Levitt Amp Foundation, Gallup Mainstreet Arts & Cultural District, Visit Gallup & the City of Gallup. This week DDAT will be performing. Admission is free, although donations in support of the Saint Kateri Rosary Walk and shrine will be accepted. Doors open at 5:30 pm.

CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT

6 pm @ Sacred Heart Cathedral (415 E. Green Ave.). Concert cellist Dr. Larissa Fedoryka accompanied by pianist Saide Hoyt will play a benefit concert of classical music.  These world-class musicians will lead you in listening to classical music as it was intended, with explanations and listening tips to help you experience the vivid tapestry hidden within each piece.

ABQ BIOPARK

11 am @ the Main Library and Children’s Branch (115 W. Hill Ave. and 200 W. Aztec Ave.) or online at OFPL’s Facebook page to learn all about King Penguins and other semi-aquatic animals living in the BioPark. Learn about their natural environments, what they like to eat, and how to care for these amazing animals! Ask questions and talk with park ambassadors. 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.

BERMUDA TRIANGLE ESCAPE ROOM

12 pm to 4 pm @ the Rio West Mall (1300 W Maloney Ave.), behind the Hobby Lobby.

CHESS CLUB

12 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Through the game of chess, members of the club are able to bond and improve their chess skills! Each Tuesday people can learn and practice chess theory and strategy together. Each Saturday a tournament will be held. Prizes will be awarded! All ages are welcome, although this is targeted at the age 8-18 range.  Participants do not need to attend every event. 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 @ 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 weather. 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.

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,  JULY 25

CREATIVE CORNER –  PAPER MACHE WHALES

4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Learn how to create your own custom art on any 3D surface using water and paint. 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, JULY 26

FREE SELF DEFENSE CLASS FOR WOMEN

6 pm - 8 pm on July 26 and 27 @ El Morro Event Center (210 S. Second St.). Only 20 spots available. Register by July 22. Can only register for one day. Call (505) 399-5940 to register.

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.

TWEENS WHO STREAM

3 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join OFPL for interactive STREAM workshops. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. 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.

CHESS CLUB

4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Through the game of chess, members of the club are able to bond and improve their chess skills! Each Tuesday people can learn and practice chess theory and strategy together. Each Saturday a tournament will be held. Prizes will be awarded! All ages are welcome, although this is targeted at the age 8-18 range.  Participants do not need to attend every event. 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.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27

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 “Death on the Nile” (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 “Dolphin Tale” (2011). 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 oceans and pollution. 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, JULY 28

REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING

6 pm @ 207 W. Hill Ave.

LAST DAY OF OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES SUMMER X-STREAM

SCOOTIN’ UNDER THE STARS

6 pm - 8 pm @ Courthouse Square. Free line dancing lessons and live music.

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING WITH COUNCILOR LINDA GARCIA, DIST. 1

6:30 pm-8:30 pm  @ Gallup Senior Center (607 N. 4th St.).

JULY FILMS: SCI-FI SUMMER

4 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). This month Zollinger Library  is celebrating summer by screening sci-fi movies. 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 “Midsommar.”  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). STREAM workshops explore topics in Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. This week they’ll be making plastic bag plant pots. 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.) 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 no-sew sock penguins. 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, JULY 29

NAVAJO RUG WEAVING

10 am to 2 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Learn the fundamentals and techniques of rug weaving in traditional Diné style, including warping, carding and spinning. 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.

SATURDAY, JULY 30

END OF SUMMER X-STREAM PIRATE PARTY

12 pm to 4 pm @ Fox Run Golf Course (1109 Susan Ave.). Celebrate the end of summer with fun and prizes! OFPL has been collecting your activity logs all summer long for this special raffle. Enjoy food, games, a temporary tattoo parlor, a dunk tank, a mermaid Princess and more! Explore oceans of possibilities with OFPL! 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

OFPL’s book club book for July is “Sankofa” by Chibundu Onuzo. Register online at oflpl.online for a copy of the book until July 30. Discussions will be held on Zoom or in person at the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.) in August. Refreshments will be served! 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.

FRIDAY JULY 29, SATURDAY, JULY 30, SUNDAY, JULY 31

ROUTE 66 GALLUP FREEDOM RIDE FLIGHT & CRUISE

You’re invited to downtown Gallup to enjoy Route 66 with the whole family. This event features car shows & cruises, hot air balloon mass ascensions, circus performers, live bands, food trucks and more! A schedule of events will be on the event website.

THURSDAY, AUG. 4

START OF GALLUP INTER-TRIBAL INDIAN CEREMONIAL

@ Red Rock Park Convention Center (825 Outlaw Rd., Church Rock). Founded in 1922 and considered a New Mexico destination experience, the Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial is one of the oldest continuous recognition of Native American culture and heritage and known for attracting an international audience. As it reaches its 100th anniversary, the event continues to evolve while enshrining the earliest ideas of creating opportunities by spotlighting Native American authenticity. This centennial milestone is a cumulation of tributes to the generational event caretakers and the ancestral and present-day Native American tribal participants.

FRIDAY, AUG. 5

FRIDAY NIGHT RIDES

12 pm to 8 pm. @ Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe (306 S. 2nd St.). On the first Friday of every month, join your fellow motor enthusiasts. Whether you have a classic, off-road, sports, truck, motorcycle...whatever it may be, bring it over! Live music, raffles, games, and other fun activities (varies every event). And of course, great coffee, fantastic food, and good people.

ONGOING

ARTIST SHOWCASE - CHRISTIAN BIGWATER

Diné painter Christian Bigwater’s work is at the intersection of personal and cultural, past and present, traditional and contemporary. His art will be featured at ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.) until Aug. 6.

CHILDREN’S BOOK DRIVE

OFPL will be collecting donations of new and gently used children’s books from July 11 through July 31 in conjunction with KOAT-TV’s annual New Mexico Children’s Book Drive. These books will be distributed to children around the state through schools and partner literacy organizations. You may drop book donations off at the Children & Youth Library (200 W. Aztec Ave.)  or the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). 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.

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. 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 .

OFPL SUMMER HOURS

The Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.)  will now be open every Saturday from 12 pm to 4 pm. The Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.) will remain closed to the public, but will still be offering curbside pickup from 12 pm to 4 pm. Both libraries are open from 10 am to 5 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and from 11 am to 6 pm on Wednesdays.

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 UPDATED VISITOR POLICIES

Due to the recent downward trend of COVID-19 cases, RMCHCS has reinstated its visitor policy. The visitor policy supports two people per family member who have passed the coronavirus screening. Visitors must be 17 years old or older. Visitors must show documentation of COVID-19 vaccination. Visiting hours are Monday - Sunday 4 pm - 8 pm.

RMCHCS COVID-19  TEST/VACCINE/BOOSTER CLINIC

12 YEARS OLD AND OLDER

ONLY those with certain immune deficiencies are eligible for the first and second boosters. Must wait four months out to receive the second booster.

50 YEARS AND OLDER

If you’re 50 years and older, you are eligible for a second booster, and must wait four months out to receive the next booster.

 

COVID testing is available for patients meeting testing criteria and who have established care with one of RMCHCS’s providers. For individuals seeking to establish care, please see or call patient access clerk for more information. If you are not enrolled with RMCHCS, you must call College Clinic at 505-863-1820.

 

RAPID COVID TESTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.