Join OFPL at the Rio West Mall near Hobby Lobby on Saturday, September 18th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for tie dye! Bring your own shirt! We’ll also have books, computer access and library card sign-up.
Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
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Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube on Monday, September 13th at 4:00 PM to learn how to create your own stationery. Design unique minimalist style stationery that you can customize for any occasion.
Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube every Monday at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
Tired of the same old generic picture frames? Tune in on Monday, September 6th at 4:00 PM to try out this workshop to create colorful and unique picture frames that will make your photos pop.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Thursday at 4:00 PM for family-friendly crafts with step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels and ages. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
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Join OFPL for a wicked and spooky time as we host our second Bookmark Design Contest featuring the theme “Monster Mash.” OFPL is challenging the community’s creativity to design Halloween-themed bookmarks. Create your own haunted houses, creepy crawlers, and more!
Pick up a paper submission from the Main Library or the Children’s Branch or submit at ofpl.online. All art mediums welcome!
Winners will be selected in the following age categories: 0-5, 6-11, 12-18, 19+ and will receive a certificate of recognition, professional bookmark prints, and a gift card. Submission deadline is Friday, October 15th. Winners will be announced Monday, October 18th.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube every Monday at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
Tired of buying the same old style of sketchbooks for practicing your art? Tune in on Monday, August 30th at 4:00 PM to learn how to construct your own accordion style sketchbook using cardstock, cardboard, and glue.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube every Monday at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
Want to turn a plank of wood into a unique work of art? Tune in on Monday, August 23rd at 4:00 PM to create a fun, decorative word or phrase to hang in your space using string art. Learn how to turn a wood plank, nails, and string into a decorative craft!
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL in the Meeting Room at the Main Library on Monday, August 16th for in-person sessions at either 2:00 PM or 4:00 PM.
Learn how to create a dream catcher using wire, suede lace, string, beads, and more while discovering its history and significance to the indigenous people.
Can’t make the in-person session? Request your supply kit after the event and make the dream catcher at home with a pre-recorded tutorial. Each session is limited to 20 individuals on a first-come first-serve basis.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube every Monday at 4:00 PM. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared towards individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
Do you have nice furniture you want to keep pristine but guests or family leave rings of condensation from their drinks? Tune in on Monday, August 9th at 4:00 PM to design your own using pre-made wood coasters, paint, and sprayable varnish.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Thursday at 4:00 PM for family-friendly crafts with step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels and ages. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form.
Premiere Dates:
● August 5th, 2021 – Organic Bird Seed Ornaments
● August 12th, 2021 – Elephant-astic Recycled Elephants
● August 19th, 2021 – Pool Noodle Airplanes
● August 26th, 2021 – Recycled Bottle Cap Art