Tag: learn

Create Your Own Memes

FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course. Completion certificates available for live stream classes.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th AT 4:00 P.M.

You’ve read them, laughed at them, and even shared them. Memes are a great way to make statements, entertain, and more. So why not make your own? Learn how in this session.

Classes will be available on OFPL social media channels @galluplibrary.

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

Creative Corner – Watercolor Painting

Create your own art using various materials found around your home! These courses are geared towards individuals 14 years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis and can be requested below.

Tune in on Monday, September 28th at 4:00 p.m. to learn the basics of watercolor painting, techniques, and watch a demonstration on creating works of art.

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

Daisy. Watercolor on Paper. 2020.
Lilac. Watercolor on Paper. 2020.

Artist: Joshua Whitman
Instagram: @artisan_josh23

Design & Print Online with Canva

FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course. Completion certificates available for live stream classes.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rD AT 4:00 P.M.
Facebook livestream @galluplibrary

Learn to create and design practically any type of document using a free online website, Canva. Create an account and jump right into this easy to learn program.

Create a FREE Canva account HERE.

Classes will be available on OFPL social media channels @galluplibrary.

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

Creative Corner – Abstract Painting 103

Create your own art using various materials found around your home! These courses are geared towards individuals 14 years of age and older.

Tune in on Monday, September 21st at 4:00 p.m. for a demonstration on abstract painting while learning advanced techniques in painting. Exploring and building on what we learned in Abstract Painting 101 & 102 (Watch part one at https://youtu.be/HPFoHuDA9zM & part two at https://youtu.be/TBooN19TPzw).

Part Three explores final details and advanced painting techniques as we build upon the painting.

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

Using Formulas in a Spreadsheet

FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course. Completion certificates available for live stream classes. 

Wednesday, September 16th at 4:00 p.m.

Learn how to use formulas to make calculations in spreadsheet programs such as MS Excel, Google Sheets, and LibreOffice Calc.

Classes will be available on OFPL social media channels @galluplibrary.

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

¡Explora! @ Home Kits

Octavia Fellin Public Library has Explora @ Home Kits! Choose from offline coding or kaleidoscope making. 

Reserve your kit for curbside pick up at https://forms.gle/DfufCPpYsoLCiZr2A or call us at (505) 863-1291.

Supplies are limited.
available on a first-come, first-served basis.

A special thank you to Navajo United Way and ¡Explora! for supporting STEAM learning in our community.

Creative Corner – 3D Printing Basics

Create your own art using various materials found around your home! These courses are geared towards individuals 15 years of age and older.

Tune in on Monday, September 14th at 4:00 p.m. to learn about free open source software programs to create three-dimensional (3D) objects. Create any object from bubble wands to Dungeons & Dragons original characters the only limit is your imagination. (Max dimension object size: 5 x 5 x 5 inches).

Join TinkerCAD prior to 3D Printing Basics workshop HERE.

Send your completed projects must be in either .STL or .OBJ file formats to jwhitman@gallupnm.gov for printing. OFPL Staff will contact you once the print job is completed.

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

Job Searching & Resume Writing

FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course. Completion certificates available for live stream classes. 

Wednesday, September 9th at 4:00 p.m.
facebook livestream @galluplibrary

Virtual job hunting can be a challenge. Learn how to navigate the internet to make the most of your online search. We will also look at ways to access resume help from home.

Classes will be available on OFPL social media channels @galluplibrary.

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

Sensory September

Join us on Facebook and YouTube @galluplibrary for fun sensory activities you can do at home for everything from learning the alphabet to improving motor skills.

Tune in on Facebook & Youtube
@galluplibrary at 11:00 a.m.

Every Wednesday

  • September 2nd – Shaving Cream Alphabet
  • September 9th – Pom Pom Sorting
  • September 16th – Smell Challenge
  • September 23rd – Tissue Paper Process Art
  • September 30th – TP Troll Haircuts

every Friday

  • September 4th – Playdough Counting
  • September 11th – Lava Bottles
  • September 18th – Sensory I Spy
  • SEptember 25th – Letter Matching

Virtual Learning for Kids

FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course. Completion certificates available for live stream classes.

Wednesday, September 2nd at 4:00 p.m.

Learn to use Microsoft Teams, the online program being used by GMCS for the fall semester. With school becoming mostly virtual this year, it is important to know how to use the software. Parents and kids can learn together and make the most of online learning.

Classes will be available on OFPL social media channels @galluplibrary.

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