Join OFPL in-person at the Children & Youth Library on September 10th at 2:00 PM for an exciting family storytime with a special guest! Local counselor, author, and illustrator Sheila Lofgreen will read stories that explore themes of social and emotional learning, including some of her own!
Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Observing Mental Health Awareness Month, join OFPL and Soul Awake Yoga in-person at the Main Library on May 13th and May 27th at 4:00 PM for yoga and meditation.
Practicing yoga can help physical and mental health and has been used for spiritual practices in India for centuries. Meditation is a practice of mindfulness and can help reduce stress. Both practices will be combined in this immersive workshop.
Space is limited to 20 and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube on Saturday, December 11th at 1:00 PM to make your own bar soap with dried flowers & essential oils.
Watch our collection of self-care workshops on YouTube to boost your mental, emotional, and physical health. The ingredient list is available below:
Ingredients:
• 1 pound Goat’s Milk Melt and Pour Soap Base
• 25 drops Violet Fragrance Oil (Substitute with other essential oils)
• 4 Dried Chrysanthemum flowers (Substitute with other dried flowers)
• 1-2 drops Peach soap colorant
• 2 tablespoons Beeswax Pastilles
• 2-inch square soap mold
• OPTIONAL: Small spray bottle with rubbing alcohol
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, melt beeswax in microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir. Put on for 30 seconds increments until fully melted, stirring each time.
2. Dip each Dried Chrysanthemum flower into the beeswax, fully coating each flower. This will help the flower to hold it’s shaped and not break. Set on wax paper or plate to dry.
3. Cut soap into 1-inch squares and place into microwave-safe container.
4. Heat soap in the microwave on high for 30 seconds, remove and stir. If soap is not completely melted, heat for 10-second intervals, stirring in between.
5. Remove from microwave and add fragrance oil and soap colorant. Stir well.
6. Pour into a soap mold.
7. Place one Dried Chrysanthemum flower into the center of each soap-filled mold. Press down very gently, just to get the flower to stay put in the soap.
8. Spray with rubbing alcohol to help reduce bubbles.
9. Let soap set for 1-2 hours without disturbing the mold. Remove from mold and store in an airtight container to preserve the scent.
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Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube on Saturday, September 11th at 1:00 PM to make a DIY Icy Hot with Essential Oils self-care product.
Watch our previous self-care workshops on YouTube to boost your mental, emotional, and physical health. Ingredient list is available below:
Ingredients:
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup shea butter
• 2 tablespoons beeswax pellets
• 45 drops camphor essential oil
• 35 drops peppermint essential oil
• 20 drops eucalyptus essential oil
• 25 drops cinnamon essential oil
• 15 drops clove essential oil
• OPTIONAL: 1/4 teaspoon calendula oil
Instructions:
1. Melt the olive oil, shea butter and beeswax pellets in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in the microwave.
2. Once completely melted, let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly. Then add the essential oils and stir to combine.
3. Pour the mixture into a lidded jar and let harden in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
• To use, massage a small amount of muscle rub onto the affected area.
• Feel free to sub out the essential oils or add any other oils you’d like. For a vegan balm, use candelilla or carnauba wax in place of the beeswax.
• The rub will solidify over time, but you should be able to soften it with your hands prior to applying. If you’d prefer a smoother texture, re-melt the mixture and add more olive oil.
• Store in a cool, dry place for up to a year.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.