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Deep in the Stacks!

Would you like a sneak peak into the weekly events at the library? Watch our newest virtual show!

Join us on Facebook and Instagram, @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Saturday at 2:00 p.m. to catch the latest talk on movies and books, and to hear about the exciting events coming next week. We’ll answer questions, showcase library materials, and more. So watch us every week and be our guest, Deep in the Stacks!

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

Lemonade Bath Bomb

Join us Saturday, April 3rd at 1:00 p.m. on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library to make DIY self-care products. Watch our Self-Care playlist on YouTube to increase your mental and physical health with a variety of self-care demos.

Ingredient lists is available below:

LEMONADE BATH BOMB

INGREDIENTS:
• 1 cup baking soda
• ½ cup cornstarch
• ½ cup citric acid
• ¼ cup epsom salt
• ½ cup lemon essential oil
• 1½ tbsp coconut oil
• yellow gel food coloring
• 1 tbsp water

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Whisk dry ingredients together. Add coconut oil, food coloring, and essential oil. Mix until ingredients are well blended.
2. Add ½ tbsp water and mix well. Check to see if the mixture holds together well by squeezing in your hand. If not, add another ½ tbsp of water.
3. Fill each side of the bath bomb mold with mixture and press to pack it down. Add a bit more of the loose mixture into each side. Press both sides of the mold together tightly. Tap gently on the side of the bowl and twist the mold to release the bath bomb. Carefully set aside to dry.
4. Let dry for a few hours and place in an airtight container or bag.

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

Word Generator Poetry Challenge

Join us on Facebook LIVE, @galluplibrary, every Friday at our new time, 5:00 p.m. to participate in Fun Friday interactive events and the opportunity to win some great prizes!

Facebook Live @Galluplibrary
Friday, April 2nd, 2021
Starting at 5:00 p.m.

Write your own poetry with our Word Generator poetry challenge!

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

On the Books: Land of Enchantment Book Award

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Friday at 11:00 a.m. to view episodes of On the Books: Land of Enchantment Book Award 2020-2021. Book nominees cater to the interests, appeal and development levels for students of grades K-12 with literacy quality and favorable reviews.

Premiere Dates:
● April 2nd, 2021 – Roadrunner (Reading Level K-3)
● April 9th, 2021 – Coyote (Reading Level 3-5)
● April 16th, 2021 – Lizard (Reading Level 6-8)
● April 23rd, 2021 – Black Bear (Reading Level 9-12)
● April 30th, 2021 – Voting! Who can vote and how?

Crafty Kids – April 2021

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. 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:
● April 1st, 2021 – Hoppin’ Egg-stravaganza Craft
● April 8th, 2021 – Bean Mosaic Collage Craft
● April 15th, 2021 – Build & Design your own Kite Craft
● April 22nd, 2021 – Clay Nature Impressions Craft
● April 29th, 2021 – Create your own Superhero Craft

Dial-A-Story – April 2021

Storytime anytime, call (505) 862-9177 to hear a story any time of the day or night. Stories will change daily, at the end leave us a message to let us know what stories you want to hear.

Entire month of April

Coming Soon! Virtual Authors Festival: Visual Storytelling

OFPL will launch its first Virtual Authors Festival this May!

2021 Authors Festival Theme:
Visual Storytelling

Help us kick off the summer by participating in visual storytelling and creativity during the entire month. We have presenters, filmmakers, artists, poets and authors from the Four Corners and beyond. Connect with us on Facebook, @galluplibrary and YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library to join the activities.

The fun begins May 1st with a photo scavenger hunt using the GooseChase app! Use game code 8ZMXP7 and show us your good side.

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

Job Search Help

Join us on Facebook LIVE @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. for FREE computer classes.

Wednesday, March 31st at 4:00 p.m.
LIVESTREAm on Facebook LIVE
Job Search Help

Are you looking for a job and not having much luck? Let OFPL staff assist you. We’ll look at tips to make it easier and a site we recommend for safe job searching.

Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the LIVESTREAM course.

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

Tech Short Tuesday

Join us on Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. for How-to tech shorts.

It is tax season and the perfect time to learn where to get forms and tips for getting tax help.

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

Talking Tuesday

Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.

In honor of Women’s Her-story Month, we are talking about the amazing women in our lives. Submit a 3 – 5 minute video about the influential women in your lives and join the creative genius of OFPL. Look for talks about books, authors, movies, food, making, and technology from our talented community.

EVERYBODY talks! DON’T Miss it!

Submissions can be sent to libtrain@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.