Tag: Gallup

Navajo Rug Weaving Class

Diné weaver Lois A. Becenti with Diné Be´ iinà – The Navajo Lifeway will host a FREE Navajo Rug Weaving Class/Spin-off on the third Friday of every month.

Don’t miss the next class on January 17th at the Main Library from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn the fundamentals and techniques of rug weaving in traditional Diné style, including warping, carding, and spinning.

Please bring your own weaving materials and snacks. Beginning and advanced weavers are welcome.

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

Around the World in 80 Minutes

Join us for a Crafty Kids special as we celebrate National Religious Freedom Day learning about various world religions while crafting holiday religious practices such as making Easter eggs, Star of David, rangoli designs, and more.

Stop by the Children’s Branch on Thursday, January 16th at 4:00 p.m.

Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-726-6120 for more information.

January Film Series – Downton Abbey

Wednesday, January 15th at 5:30 p.m.

Join us at the Main Library for a FREE film screening. Free popcorn and drinks are provided.

Synopsis:

The continuing story of the Crawley family, wealthy owners of a large estate in the English countryside in the early twentieth century.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2019
  • Rating: PG
  • Duration: 2 hrs. 2 mins.
  • Genre: Drama, Romance
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

Self Care Mondays

Feeling down in the dumps and gloomy? Is the motto “New Year, New Me” not working out?

Join us at the Main Library on Monday, January 13th and 27th at 5:30 p.m. as we indulge in a little self-care by making DIY cosmetics such as body scrubs, lip balms, and face exfoliators out of natural made products.

*Supplies provided.*

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

Book Signing with Local Author: Dee Thompson

Join us at the Main Library on Saturday, January 11th at 3:00 p.m., for a book signing of: Shattered Dreams, Bondage and Hope.

Dee Thompson describes the turbulent and often traumatic past of a woman who struggled to overcome her past traditions and establish her own identity as a scholar. Growing up in the early 1900’s on the Navajo Reservation, her life was largely influenced and dominated by ancient teachings and practices of her culture until she was introduced to an ominous evil that held her captive for many years.

Thompson was born on the Navajo Reservation in Pinedale and is a native of New Mexico now living in Gallup.  The inspiration behind her book will be presented along with a book signing.

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

Sew What? Embroidery

Ring in the new year with a new skill!

Come by the Children’s Branch on Saturday, January 11th  and 25th at 2:00 p.m. to learn basic embroidery stitches you can use to decorate your duds! All supplies provided.

Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call 505-726-6120 for more information.

Money Smart Survival Game – January

As students get older and closer to being on their own, financial literacy becomes even more important.

Join us at the Main Library on Thursday, January 9th and 23rd at 4:00 p.m. for the Money Smart Survivor Game which gives future college students a taste of budgeting in the real world. It will teach them the value of having a budget that balances savings, needs and wants.

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

January Film Series – Abominable

Wednesday, January 8th at 5:30 p.m.

Join us at the Main Library for a FREE film screening. Free popcorn and drinks are provided.

Synopsis:

Three teenagers must help a Yeti return to his family while avoiding a wealthy man and a zoologist who want it for their own needs.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2019
  • Rating: PG
  • Duration: 1 hr. 37 mins.
  • Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.