Sugar Skull Decorating Party at the Mall

Celebrate Día de Los Muertos with OFPL at the Rio West Mall near Hobby Lobby on Saturday, October 30th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a Sugar Skull decorating party!

There will also be books, computer access, and library card sign-up.

Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.

Mexican Street Tacos

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a unique experience. 

Submerge yourself in a cooking demonstration featuring Mexican Street Tacos. Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube on Friday, October 15th at 4:00 PM to learn how to create easy and authentic carne asada street tacos your family will enjoy!

Want the recipe beforehand? Request it ahead of time using our Supply Request Form.

Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

Sugar Skull Decorating Party

Celebrate Día de Los Muertos with OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube on Friday, October 8th at 4:00 PM.

Decorate a sugar skull to keep or share on OFPL’s community altar at the Main Library. Donate photographs, marigolds, food, and more to honor your departed loved ones. Request a sugar skull through our Supply Request Form.

Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

Crafty Kids – October 2021

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Thursday at 4:00 PM for family-friendly crafts with step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels and ages. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.

Premiere Dates:

  • October 7th – Hot Air Balloons
  • October 14th – Sun & Moon Art
  • October 21st – Bracelet & Bookmark Straw Weaving
  • October 28th – Paper Plate Halloween

Curiosity & Creativity with the National Hispanic Cultural Center

Join us on FaceBook and YouTube Tuesdays at 4:00 PM. Explore different activities provided by the National Hispanic Cultural Center to inspire cultural curiosity and learning. 

Premiere Dates:

  • October 5th, 2021 – Cartoneras
  • October 12th, 2021 – Piñatas
  • October 19th, 2021 – Board Games

Tin Folk Art

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube every Monday at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.

Monday, October 4th
Starts at 4:00 PM

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating Tin Folk Art. Learn how to work with aluminum flashing to create a high-contrast hangable tin art. Inspired by colors and imagery from Hispanic culture.

Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

Dichos: A Look at Spanish Wisdom & Proverbs

OFPL invites you to learn about Spanish proverbs.

These sayings or wise words of wisdom in Spanish are called Dichos. Learn about these insightful Spanish words of wisdom and their significance in Mexican culture.  Join this interactive program and create your own digital Dichos to share.

LIVE on Facebook, @galluplibrary
Friday, October 1st at 4:00 PM

Email mdchavez@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.