Book Cover Bingo

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Are you having trouble finding your next great read? Join us in-person at the Children & Youth Library on July 15th at 4:00 PM for a fun bingo afternoon. Discover classic literature, must reads, and more as we have an afternoon of book cover bingo. Prizes will be awarded.

The Octavia Fellin Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

July 15th at 4:00 PM

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

Chess Club

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Join the chess club at OFPL!

Every Tuesday at 4:30 PM and Saturday at 12:00 PM  at the Children & Youth Library.  Through the game of chess, members of the club are able to bond and improve their chess skills! Each Tuesday we will learn and practice chess theory and strategy together. Each Saturday we will compete in a tournament-style format. Prizes will be awarded!

The Octavia Fellin Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

Every Tuesday at 4:30 PM

Every Saturday at 12:00 PM

All ages are welcome, although this is targeted at the age 8-18 range.  Participants do not need to attend every event.

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

Chess Club

OFPL X-STREAM Summer 2022

Join the chess club at OFPL!

Every Tuesday at 4:30 PM and Saturday at 12:00 PM  at the Children & Youth Library.  Through the game of chess, members of the club are able to bond and improve their chess skills! Each Tuesday we will learn and practice chess theory and strategy together. Each Saturday we will compete in a tournament-style format. Prizes will be awarded!

The Octavia Fellin Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

Every Tuesday at 4:30 PM

Every Saturday at 12:00 PM

All ages are welcome, although this is targeted at the age 8-18 range.  Participants do not need to attend every event.

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

Family Storytime

Join us Wednesdays at 11:00 AM inside the Children’s Branch for storytime activities, songs, rhymes, and read-aloud stories every week! Age 0-4.

Children’s Branch, 200 West Aztec Ave.

Every Wednesday at 11:00 AM

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

Family Storytime

Join us Wednesdays at 11:00 AM inside the Children’s Branch for storytime activities, songs, rhymes, and read-aloud stories every week! Age 0-4.

Children’s Branch, 200 West Aztec Ave.

Every Wednesday at 11:00 AM

Email bmartin@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.

Harry Potter Hogwarts Mystery

Join OFPL Live on Zoom Saturday, October 30th at 5:00 PM and attend a feast at Toadwort School of Magic and Mayhem.

During the ceremony, a powerful magical artifact was stolen by a Death Eater in disguise. Decipher the riddles and disarm the enchantments to discover the culprit. Can you figure out who stole the artifact before it is too late?

Space is limited to 20 individuals. Register below or call the Main Library at (505) 863-1291 to participate by Thursday, October 28th.

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

Halloween Trivia

Join OFPL Live on Zoom or Facebook, @galluplibrary, on Friday, October 29th at 4:00 PM.

Put your knowledge to the test with a Halloween-themed trivia afternoon. Learn about historical events, tidbits, and other fun facts about Halloween. The top three contestants will be eligible to win Halloween-themed prizes.

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

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

Escape the Lab: Virtual Escape Room

Put your puzzle-master skills to the test Wednesday, September 1st through Monday September 6th with our Escape the Lab: Virtual Escape Room. Successful escapees will be entered in a drawing for Wendy’s and Starbucks gift cards.

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