Tag: creative

Soar with OFPL at Rio West Mall

Join us inside the Rio West Mall behind Hobby Lobby on Saturday, March 19th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for Hands-on Fun!

Rio West Mall
Behind Hobby Lobby
1300 West Maloney Ave.

Explore aerodynamic STEM activities from ¡Explora! Make your own helicopter, a paper twirler that will fly in the wind, join an airplane design and building contest, and learn the physics of tossing a Frisbee! Fun and entertainment for the entire family.

Saturday, March 19th
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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

Matchbook Stories

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Monday in February at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years and older.

View Facebook page HERE

View YouTube channel HERE

MONDAY, March 7th AT 4:00 PM

Learn how to craft your favorite book into a matchbook story and bring it to life.

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

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

Crafty Kids – March 2022

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:

  • March 3rd – Handprint Dancing Dragon Puppet
  • March 10th – Celebrate Your Name
  • March 17th – Edible Shamrock Rainbow Necklace
  • March 24th – Finger Animal Puppet
  • March 31st – Cupcake Spring Flower

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

Shapely Abstractions

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Monday in February at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years and older.

View Facebook page HERE

View YouTube channel HERE

MONDAY, February 28th
STARTS AT 4:00 PM

Celebrate and honor African American Heritage Month as we learn more about the artist Reggie Laurent. This self-taught artist creates abstract paintings using intricate shapes that are entwined together with form and color. Learn how to create your own!

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

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

Neon Painting

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Monday in February at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years and older.

View Facebook page HERE

View YouTube channel HERE

MONDAY, February 14TH
STARTS AT 4:00 PM

Create a neon-inspired painting using acrylic paint and a paintbrush.

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

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

Valentine’s Day Festival at Rio West Mall

Join us inside the Rio West Mall behind Hobby Lobby on Saturday, February 12th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a Valentine’s Day Festival.

Rio West Mall
1300 West Maloney Ave

Saturday, Feburary 12th
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Make your own valentine cards, play candy games, sing your heart out with a karaoke station, and create your own TikTok videos. Fun and entertainment for the entire family.

In partnership with Miyamura High School Key Club Students.

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

Crafty Kids – February 2022

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:

  • February 3rd – Freedom Quilt
  • February 10th -Heart Paper Plate Weaving
  • February 17th – Tissue Roll Train
  • February 24th – Pasta Noodle Jewelry

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

Valentine Art Swap

Celebrate the season of love by participating in a Valentine Art Swap! Create a valentine-inspired work of art to share with someone.

Pick-up & Drop-off Locations:

Main Library
115 West Hill Ave.

Arts123 Gallery
123 West Coal Ave.

Return your completed art to the Main Library, Monday through Saturday, or Art123 Gallery, Tuesday through Saturday, and receive LOVE in the form of a new piece of art. Due by Saturday, February 12th at 4 PM.

Request a 5”x5” canvas board using the Supply Request Form or pick one up at Art123 Gallery.  All mediums welcome. In collaboration with GallupARTS.

Submission Deadline
Saturday, February 12th at 4:00 PM

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

Recycled Tea Art

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Mondays at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years and older.

View Facebook page HERE

View YouTube channel HERE

Monday, January 24th
Starts at 4:00 PM

Do you love tea? Celebrate Hot Tea Month by recycling your old tea bags to create unique paintings. Spill the Tea to create unique paintings for your home or as a perfect gift.

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

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

Bullet Journals

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. 

Join OFPL in-person on Wednesday, January 12th at 4:00 PM in the Main Library for a bullet journal workshop. Keep track of your favorite books, water consumption, binge-worthy tv shows, and more!

Main Library
115 West Hill Ave.

Wednesday, January 12th
Starts at 4:00 PM

Supplies will be available at OFPL during the workshop.

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