Friends of the Library Book Sale

Fall into Autumn with Friends of the Library’s huge blowout book sale!! Meet our Friends at

El Morro Events Center

Thursday, October 14th & Friday, October 15th
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Saturday, October 16th
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

The book sale inventory includes a large selection of gently-used books and audiobooks. Get a bag for $10.00 or become a Friend for $5 and receive a special discount. We will be accepting cash, local checks, or payment through Paypal.

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

Friends of the Library Book Sale at Artscrawl

Fall into Autumn with an early book sale at Artscrawl on Saturday, October 9th  from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM in front of the Children’s Branch.

Get a preview and a chance to purchase some of the items that will be available at the huge blowout book sale next week! 

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

Deep in the Stacks!

Would you like a sneak peek into library events? Join us on Facebook and Instagram, @galluplibrary, or YouTube on Saturday, October 2nd, 16th, and 30th at 2:00 PM to catch conversations on various topics and hear about all of the exciting upcoming events at OFPL. We’ll answer questions, showcase library materials, and more Deep In the Stacks!

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

Deep in the Stacks – September 2021

Would you like a sneak peak into library events? Join uson Facebook and Instagram, @galluplibrary or YouTube on Saturday, September 4th & 18th at 2:00 PM to catch conversations on various topics and hear about all of the exciting upcoming events at OFPL. We’ll answer questions, showcase library materials, and more Deep In the Stacks!

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

Author Talk: Babylon & Beyond

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, and Youtube on Saturday, May 8th at 1:00 p.m. for an interview featuring Claudia Christian, star of Babylon 5 and author of various books.

In this special discussion, Claudia Christian talks about her time on the television show and other Hollywood productions. She also discusses her C3 Foundation, created to help people deal with addiction. Discover her books, other projects, and some fun facts.

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

Why is Your Favorite Book so Different from its Movie?

Join us LIVE on Facebook, @galluplibrary on Thursday, May 6th at 4:00 p.m. for a talk featuring Steven Gould, author of the Jumper series, and more.

We have all heard the phrase that the book is always better than the movie. Steven Gould knows the process of translating a book to the big screen. His popular book series Jumper has been made into a feature film and a television series. Find out the secrets of making your favorite book into a Hollywood production.

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

Have a Kanopy Binge

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. for FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the LIVESTREAM courses.

April 7th, 2021
Have a Kanopy Binge

Kanopy is the library’s free movie streaming service. Learn how to access it and start watching films, documentaries, and more for free! Enjoy a weekend binge.

Access Kanopy HERE

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

Sci-Fi Fest 2021

Sci-Fi Day is Saturday, January 2nd.

OFPL is hosting a week of Sci-Fi related programs and fun to celebrate. Check out our Sci-Fi collection of books and movies. Scan our social media each day for Sci-Fi facts and posts.

Sci-Fi Scavenger Hunt on Instagram
Sci-Fi Fest 2021 Daily Photo Challenge on Instagram
Monday, January 4th at 4:00 p.m. – Creative Corner: Nebula Coasters
Tuesday, January 5th at 4:00 p.m. – Sci-Fi Talking Tuesday
Thursday, January 7th at 4:00 p.m. – Crafty Kids: Recycled Cereal Box Spacecraft
Friday, January 8th at 4:00 p.m. – Sci-Fi Trivia

Then to wrap things up, on Friday, January 8th, join us for Fun Friday as we present Sci-Fi Trivia at 4:00 p.m. There will be opportunities for Sci-Fi prizes all week long.

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

Clue Trivia

Was it Professor Plum in the Dining Room with the Candlestick? Watch Clue on the Kanopy app and prepare for a special round of Clue Trivia!

Watch Clue on Kanopy

Join us Live on Facebook @galluplibrary on Friday, October, 23rd at 4:00 p.m. for a chance to win prizes!

Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information or to learn how to sign up for a FREE Kanopy account to stream movies.