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Spooktacular Bookmark Design Contest

Join OFPL for a wicked and spooky time as we host our second Bookmark Design Contest featuring the theme “Monster Mash.” OFPL is challenging the community’s creativity to design Halloween-themed bookmarks. Create your own haunted houses, creepy crawlers, and more!

Pick up a paper submission from the Main Library or the Children’s Branch or submit at ofpl.online. All art mediums welcome!

Winners will be selected in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-11, 12-18, 19+ and will receive a certificate of recognition, professional bookmark prints, and a gift card. Submission deadline is Friday, October 15th. Winners will be announced Monday, October 18th.

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

DIY Accordion Sketchbook

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 of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.

Tired of buying the same old style of sketchbooks for practicing your art? Tune in on Monday, August 30th at 4:00 PM to learn how to construct your own accordion style sketchbook using cardstock, cardboard, and glue.

CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING ON YOUTUBE.

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

Nailed IT! Junior Cupcake Wars

Teens are challenged to compete in a Nailed IT Inspired Junior Cupcake War!

Join OFPL on Friday, August 27th at 4:00 PM at the Children’s Branch to compete against your peers in creating cupcake designs in 30 minutes. Do you have what it takes to beat the competition?

Prizes will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place winners plus all participants will receive a certificate and consolation prize. Registration is limited to 12. Secure your spot and register below by Wednesday, August 25th.

register to participate

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

String 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 of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.

Want to turn a plank of wood into a unique work of art? Tune in on Monday, August 23rd at 4:00 PM to create a fun, decorative word or phrase to hang in your space using string art. Learn how to turn a wood plank, nails, and string into a decorative craft!

CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING ON YOUTUBE.

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

TikTok Around the Clock

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library for FREE computer classes. Watch our archived collection of classes or take part in our new LIVE In-Person classes, every Tuesday at 4:00 PM. Submit your technology questions, and we will create tutorial videos to meet your technology needs.

August 10, 2021
TikTok Around the Clock

Have you heard of TikTok? Now is the perfect time to learn how to use it! We’re
covering all the basics, from setting up an account to sharing your first video in this how-to class on using the app so you can TikTok around the clock.

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

Crafty Kids – August 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:
● August 5th, 2021 – Organic Bird Seed Ornaments
● August 12th, 2021 – Elephant-astic Recycled Elephants
● August 19th, 2021 – Pool Noodle Airplanes
● August 26th, 2021 – Recycled Bottle Cap Art

Glass Butterfly Havens

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 of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.

Tune in on Monday, August 2nd at 4:00 PM to use moss, twigs, butterflies, and other recycled material to create a butterfly haven. Add your own flare using other items such as string lights, glitter, paint and more.

CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING ON YOUTUBE.

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

Dragon Masks

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

Tune in on Monday, July 26th at 4:00 PM to breathe fire with a Raya and the Last Dragon-inspired dragon mask. Learn how to create your own scaly mask using paper, glue, and markers. Inspired by Tails & Tales of Summer Reading 2021.

OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of Walt Disney Animation Studios via YouTube.

CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING ON YOUTUBE.

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

Summer Reading Block Party

Join OFPL for an end of Summer Reading Block Party on Friday, July 30th at 3:00 PM outside the Children’s Branch near the playground.

  • Play OFPL’s Minute to Win It mini-challenges and win PRIZES.
  • Participate in Chalk the Walk and make your own colorful sidewalk chalk art.
  • Assemble your own Artist Trading Cards and exchange them with other community members.

Stop by for a fun filled afternoon for all ages.

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

Colorful Chemistry: Tie-Dye

Join OFPL for amazing colorful chemistry on Friday, July 23rd at 4:00 PM outside the Children’s Branch near the playground for a tie-dye session. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come first-served basis. You can also bring your own 100% cotton clothing to tie-dye!

Email aprice@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 to reserve your shirt and for more information.