Tag: National Hispanic Heritage Month

Midweek Matinee – The Book of Life (2014)

Join OFPL in-person at the Main Library every Wednesday at 4:00 PM for weekly film screenings of award-winning, classics, documentaries, newly released, and specially selected films.

Octavia Fellin Public Library
115 West Hill Ave.

November 2nd at 4:00 PM

The Book of Life

2014 | PG | 1 hr. 35 mins.
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.

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

OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

Sugar Skull Decorating Party

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with OFPL in-person at the Main Library orthe Children & Youth Library on November 1st and 2nd from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a Sugar Skull decorating party! While supplies last.

Main Library
115 West Hill Ave.

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

November 1st & 2nd from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Check out the 2021 Decorating Party (Above)

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

Tweens Who STREAM – Sugar Skull Science

Join OFPL at the Children & Youth Library every other Monday at 4:00 PM for interactive STREAM workshops. STREAM workshops explore topics in Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Making. October’s theme is Kitchen Chemistry: delicious, edible STREAM activities that will help you learn about the properties of matter.

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 17th at 4:00 PM

Celebrate Hispanic heritage by learning how to make calaveras, or sugar skulls, from scratch.  Observe how sugar molecules bind together in the presence of water.

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

Creative Corner – Colorful Alebrije

Join us in-person Fridays at the Main Library at 3:00 PM to get creative! Make your own art using material found around your home (ages 13 and up).

Octavia Fellin Public Library
115 West Hill Ave.

October 14th at 3:00 PM

Celebrate and honor Hispanic Heritage Month by learning more about spirit guides, or alebrije.

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

Crafty Kids – Egg Maracas

Join us in person at the Children & Youth 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-served basis using the Supply Request Form below.

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

October 13th at 4:00 PM

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

Supply Request form

Creative Corner – Hojalata Tin Art

Join us in-person at the Children & Youth Library every other Friday at 3:00 PM. Get Creative and make your own art using material found around your home! Courses are geared towards ages 13-years and up.

Children & Youth Library
200 West Aztec Ave.

September 30th at 3:00 PM

Celebrate and honor Hispanic Heritage Month by creating your own tin art, or hojalata.

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

Sugar Skull Decorating Party at the Mall

Celebrate Día de Los Muertos with OFPL at the Rio West Mall near Hobby Lobby on Saturday, October 30th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a Sugar Skull decorating party!

There will also be books, computer access, and library card sign-up.

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

Mexican Street Tacos

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a unique experience. 

Submerge yourself in a cooking demonstration featuring Mexican Street Tacos. Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube on Friday, October 15th at 4:00 PM to learn how to create easy and authentic carne asada street tacos your family will enjoy!

Want the recipe beforehand? Request it ahead of time using our Supply Request Form.

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

Sugar Skull Decorating Party

Celebrate Día de Los Muertos with OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube on Friday, October 8th at 4:00 PM.

Decorate a sugar skull to keep or share on OFPL’s community altar at the Main Library. Donate photographs, marigolds, food, and more to honor your departed loved ones. Request a sugar skull through our Supply Request Form.

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

Crafty Kids – October 2021

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:

  • October 7th – Hot Air Balloons
  • October 14th – Sun & Moon Art
  • October 21st – Bracelet & Bookmark Straw Weaving
  • October 28th – Paper Plate Halloween