Join us in person at the Children & Youth Library every Saturday at 2:00 PM for weekly family-oriented film screenings.
1985 | PG-13 | 2 hrs.
A teenager with a massive facial skull deformity and biker gang mother attempt to live as normal a life as possible under the circumstances.
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Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library 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.
Tune in on Monday, July 26th at 4:00 PM to breathe fire with a Raya and the Last Dragon-inspired dragon mask. Learn how to create your own scaly mask using paper, glue, and markers. Inspired by Tails & Tales of Summer Reading 2021.
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Busy day working and taking care of the family? Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Monday, March 22nd at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.
Ingredient list is available below:
INGREDIENTS:
• 1/2 med-large avocado
• 1–2 tsp. raw, local honey
• Optional: 2 tbsp. rolled oats
INSTRUCTIONS:
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Join OFPL Live on Facebook, @galluplibrary on Saturday, October 24th at 1:00 p.m. to make DIY cosmetics with inexpensive ingredients. You can find the majority of ingredients at local stores like Wal-Mart, Albertsons, & La Montana Co-Op.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Each ingredient list is available below:
Ingredients:
• 1/2 med-large avocado
• 1–2 tsp. raw, local honey
• Optional: 2 tbsp. rolled oats
Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients together in a small bowl.
2. Wash your face with a cleanser, dry, and then apply the mask liberally to the face and neck.
3. Let sit on your face for 20 minutes.
4. Wash the mask off your face and follow-up with your typical skincare routine.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Ingredients:
• 1/2 c. organic shea butter
• 3 Tbsp. organic coconut oil room temperature
• 1 Tbsp. vitamin E, Jojoba or Argan oil
• 5–6 drops food grade essential oil I suggest lavender, lemon or Frankincense
• Optional: 2 Tbsp. witch hazel
Instructions:
1. Combine everything with a handheld mixer until light and fluffy.
2. Store in an airtight, glass container.
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Ingredients:
• 1/4 c. ground organic coffee
• 1/3 c. sweet almond oil
• 2 Tbsp. castor oil
• Dropper bottle
• Cheesecloth or nut milk bag
Instructions:
1. Combine the sweet almond oil and the coffee in a glass jar.
2. Cover with a lid and let sit on the counter for a week to infuse.
3. Using your cheesecloth or nut milk bag (that’s what I used), strain the infused oil into a bowl, you might have some small coffee residue that gets through and that’s just fine.
4. Add the castor oil to the bowl and stir to combine.
5. Using a small funnel, pour the oil into your dropper bottle.
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Back by popular demand!
Enjoy an afternoon of pampering as we make DIY cosmetics such as body scrubs, face masks, and more. Join us at the Main Library on:
to make your DIY cosmetics. *All supplies provided.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.