Bookmark Design Contest

Calling all OFPL neighbors! Celebrate Summer Reading 2020 (May 1st – August 1st), OFPL is having a bookmark design contest. Fill in the bookmark space with an original design and turn it in to either the Main Library or the Children’s Branch by Friday, July 31st at 5:00 p.m.

All entries will be displayed in an online poll on our website for community voting during the entire month of August and the winning bookmark in each age group (See Number 9 under Contest Rules) will be printed and distributed to both libraries.

Contest Rules:
  1. Artwork design must be original work.
  2. Designs can either be vertical or horizontal. Use bookmark space provided for design.
  3. Any 2D art medium is welcome (such as pencil/graphite, crayons, markers, etc).
  4. 3D and computer generated art must be approved prior to submission. Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov for approval.
  5. No graphic or obscene imagery. OFPL reserves the right to remove an entry from contest.
  6. Words, lettering and numbers may be included in design. However, DO NOT include your name or any other personal information.
  7. DO NOT use any copyrighted material.
  8. Contest runs from May 8th to July 31st and is open to any age and skill level.
  9. A winner will be selected based on community feedback in the following age groups: 3-12, 13-19, 20+. Winners will receive a grand prize and will be contacted by phone.
  10. Bookmarks will be printed and distributed after September 7th.
Disclaimer

All entries become the property of the Octavia Fellin Public Library and may be reproduced for public distribution, displayed within the library, and posted to the library’s website. OFPL may use each winner’s name, design, and photograph for publicity purposes.

Money Club – March

Do you need assistance with finding funds for college expenses?

Join the Money Club at the Main Library on Friday, March 13th, and 27th between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for scholarship search based on academics, ethnicity and college majors to help pay for college expenses.

We will also be hosting a workshop to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which you need for most scholarships.

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

March Film Series – Wonder Woman

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11TH AT 5:30 P.M.

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

Synopsis:

When a pilot crashes and tells of conflict in the outside world, Diana, an Amazonian warrior in training, leaves home to fight a war, discovering her full powers and true destiny.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2017
  • Rating: PG-13
  • Duration: 2 hrs. 21 mins.
  • Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

Grow with Google – LIVE Stream

Spring Into Action with Google’s Insight Tools

This live stream’s content is perfect for business owners in the community who want to discover how consumers are engaging with their website using Google Analytics.

We’ll also introduce a new tool called Market Finder, which can help businesses identify new markets and customers.

Join us live Wednesday, March 11th in the Main Library Meeting Room from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

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

March Film Series – A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

WEDNESDAY, March 4th AT 5:30 P.M.

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

Synopsis:

Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Lloyd Vogel.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2019
  • Rating: PG
  • Duration: 1 hr. 49 mins.
  • Genre: Biography, Drama
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

Battle of the Brains Trivia Night – February

Compete with other members of the community in a battle of the brains!

Join us for Downtown Night Out at Sammy C’s on Saturday, February 29th at 7:30 p.m. for an evening of trivia. Discover many fun facts and win great prizes!

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

Glow Science

We’re doing family-friendly science experiments that glow in the dark, light up and change color!

Stop by the Children’s Branch on Saturday, February 29th at 3:00 p.m. To make blacklight paintings, glow bugs, and color-changing slime.

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

February Film Series – Race

Wednesday, February 26th at 5:30 p.m.

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

Synopsis:

Jesse Owens’ quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Aryan supremacy.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2016
  • Rating: PG-13
  • Duration: 2 hr. 14 mins.
  • Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

Friends of the Library Open House

OFPL is recruiting volunteers to create a Friends of the Library Group. If you are passionate about the resources and programming that our local library offers to the community, join us at the Main Library on Saturday, February 22nd at 3:30 p.m. to learn more about joining the group.

Friends groups work towards public support of libraries, including government advocacy and spreading information about library services.

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