Tag: learn

Teen Paint Night

Join OFPL in-person at the Children & Youth Library on October 26th at 5:00 PM for an immersive workshop as you learn basic and advanced techniques using acrylic paints!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 26th at 5:00 PM

OFPL is inviting youth artists to submit artwork to display at the youth library using the theme: Spooktacular Munster Mash. Use the materials and techniques learned in this workshop to contribute to the library space and leave your mark on OFPL. Supplies will be provided.

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

Hour of Code – Interactive Storytelling

Join OFPL at the Children & Youth Library every Wednesday at 4:00 PM for an interactive, hands-on tech program for tweens & teens. Stimulate your creative thinking and learn how to use computer coding to create art, tell stories, and design games!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 26th at 4:00 PM

In this coding challenge, participants will use block code to create a story in which the audience can make a decision.

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

Genetics Explorations with ¡Explora!

Who in your family do you look like? Have you ever wondered why some people like cilantro and others think it tastes like soap?

Join OFPL, Explora, and UNM Health Sciences in-person at the Children & Youth Library on October 22nd from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM for hands-on activities exploring these questions and other genetic related puzzles.

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 22nd from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

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

Chess Club

Join the chess club at OFPL! Every Tuesday and Friday at 4:30 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 Friday we will compete in a tournament-style format. Prizes will be awarded!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

Tuesdays & Fridays at 4:30 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.

Hour of Code – Storytelling: Setting

Join OFPL at the Children & Youth Library every Wednesday at 4:00 PM for an interactive, hands-on tech program for tweens & teens. Stimulate your creative thinking and learn how to use computer coding to create art, tell stories, and design games!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 19th at 4:00 PM

In this coding challenge, you will create a dynamic stormy day setting, complete with rain and lightning.

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

Chess Club

Join the chess club at OFPL! Every Tuesday and Friday at 4:30 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 Friday we will compete in a tournament-style format. Prizes will be awarded!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

Tuesdays & Fridays at 4:30 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.

Hour of Code – Storytelling: Check it Out

Join OFPL at the Children & Youth Library every Wednesday at 4:00 PM for an interactive, hands-on tech program for tweens & teens. Stimulate your creative thinking and learn how to use computer coding to create art, tell stories, and design games!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 12th at 4:00 PM

In this coding challenge, participants will use block coding to tell a story where a character walks through a scene describing what they see.

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

Mighty Chondria Kids – Fizzing Lemonade

Join OFPL in-person at the Children & Youth Library every other Monday at 4:00 PM for STREAM workshops and activities for kids and tweens (ages 5-12). STREAM workshops explore topics in Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Making. October’s theme is Kitchen Chemistry: delicious, edible STREAM activities that will help you learn about the properties of matter.

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 10th at 4:00 PM

Learn all about chemical reactions as you mix ingredients to create your own lemony carbonated drink! 

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

Family Storytime with Local Author

Join OFPL in-person at the Children & Youth Library on October 8th at 2:00 PM for an exciting family storytime with a special guest!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 8th at 2:00 PM

Local counselor, author, and illustrator Sheila Lofgreen will read stories that explore social and emotional learning, including some of her own stories.

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

Chess Club

Join the chess club at OFPL! Every Tuesday and Friday at 4:30 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 Friday we will compete in a tournament-style format. Prizes will be awarded!

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

Tuesdays & Fridays at 4:30 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.