Did you put your trust in fate and choose a book from our Blind Date with a Book display during February?
Don’t forget to rate it by filling out the “Rate the Date” card included with each book and return the card to the book drop by March 15th to be entered in a drawing for a prize. Post a picture with your blind date on our Facebook or Instagram pages @galluplibrary for a second entry into the drawing.
Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
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. Videos are posted weekly on Mondays at 4:00 p.m.
Tune in on Monday, March 1st at 4:00 p.m. to create a fun tie-dye doily using a coffee filter inspired by art from the Lorax followed by creating and painting your own Dr. Seuss character.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Create with other community members to make a beautiful hanging mural for OFPL.
Receive one (1) six-inch square Mandala coloring page. Return your coloring page by Friday, April 9th at 5:00 p.m. and watch a time-lapse video of our collaborative art mural being pieced together. Supply kits are available on a first-come, first-serve basis using the Supply Request Form while supplies last.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Busy day working and taking care of the family? Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Monday, March 1st at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.
Ingredient list is available below:
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.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL on Saturday, February 27th at 12:00 p.m. for a special 2-hour Zumba class hosted by OFPL’s own Zumba Fitness instructor Joshua Whitman with guest instructor: Alicia Santiago.
Register below and participate virtually from home.
Registration is limited to 100 participants.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL on Facebook LIVE @galluplibrary on Friday, February 26th at 4:00 p.m. for an afternoon of mythology trivia.
Brush up on your cultural myths or learn new ones as we look into origin stories and the zodiac from around the world. Discover mythology of Native American, Chinese, Greek, Norse, Egyptian, and more!!
Go to kahoot.it day of game to play in real time. Prizes will be awarded to the top three contestants.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course.
Tech Classes Episodes are available for independent viewing, YouTube, @galluplibrary.
Do you have a research paper coming up and are not sure how to organize it or get started? Follow our tips to get organized, create a proper citation page, and more!
Email libtrain@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join us on OFPL’s YouTube channel @galluplibrary weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays at 6:00 p.m. for an evening workout with OFPL’s own Zumba Fitness instructor.
Bring down your house with salsa flavors, booty shaking, and heart racing songs.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
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. Videos are posted weekly on Mondays at 4:00 p.m.
Tune in on Monday, February 22nd at 4:00 p.m. to learn the basics of figurative drawing as we dissect the human body into form and shape using charcoal in this interactive workshop.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Busy day working or taking care of the family? Join us on OFPL’s Facebook or YouTube, @galluplibrary on Monday, February 22nd at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.
Ingredient list is available below:
INGREDIENTS:
Homemade Rosewater:
• 7 Organic Roses
• 1.5 L Distilled water (enough to cover the rose petals)
Homemade Rosewater Face Toner:
• 1 Tbsp. Pure Rosewater
• 4 Tbsp. Distilled Water (or enough to fill your spray bottle)
• 1 – 2.5 oz. spray bottle
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Remove petals from stems and run them under luke-warm water to remove any leftover residue.
2. Add petals to a large pot and top with enough distilled water to just cover (no more or you’ll dilute your rosewater).
3. Over medium-low heat bring the water to a simmer and cover.
4. Let simmer for 20-30 minutes or until petals have lost their color and are pale pink.
5. Strain the mixture to separate the petals from the water.
6. Discard petals and place water in a glass jar to store.
Benefits of Rosewater?
• Helps balance the pH of the skin
• Soothes skin irritation
• Reduces redness (has anti-inflammatory properties!)
• May reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.