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Amá (Mother)

Join Octavia Fellin Public Library and special guest Jean Whitehorse at El Morro Theatre on Saturday, November 16th at 6:30 p.m.

Amá is a feature-length documentary that tells an important and untold story: the abuses committed against Native American women by the United States Government during the 1960s and 70s: removed from their families and sent to boarding schools, forced relocation away from their traditional lands and involuntary sterilization.

Filmmaker Lorna Tucker features the testimony of many Native Americans, including three remarkable women who tell their stories including Jean Whitehorse who will be in attendance.

Included is a revealing and rare interview with Dr. Reimart Ravenholt whose population control ideas were the framework for some of the government policies directed at Native American women.

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

Navajo Rug Weaving Class

Diné weaver Lois A. Becenti with Diné Be’iiná – The Navajo Lifeway will hose a FREE Navajo Rug Weaving Class/Spin-Off on the third Friday of every month.

Don’t miss the next class on Friday, November 15th at the Main Library from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals and techniques of rug weaving in traditional Diné style, including warping, carding, and spinning. Please bring your own weaving materials and snacks. Beginning and advanced weavers are welcome.

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

November Film Series – Drunktown’s Finest

Wednesday, November 13th at 5:30 p.m.

Join us at the Main Library for a FREE film screening. Free popcorn and drinks are provided.

Synopsis:

Three young Native Americans – an adopted Christian girl, a rebellious father-to-be, and a promiscuous transsexual – strive to escape the hardships of life on an Indian reservation.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2014
  • Rating: NR
  • Duration: 1 hr. 35 mins.
  • Genre: Drama
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

Shimá Storytelling

Join us at the Children’s Branch on Wednesday, November 13th at 10:30 a.m. for Shimá Storytelling. Shimá Storytelling is an active and engaging program for children of all ages featuring storytelling, singing, and activities in Diné Bizaad (Navajo language).

We are a team of Mothers who are actively involved in strengthening k’é through the revitalization of the Diné language beginning first at home with our little ones.

Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call 505-726-6120 for more information.

We READ, We TALK Book Club – November

The last discussion of House of Broken Angels by Luis Alberto Urrea will take place in the Main Library on Saturday, November 9th at 2:00 p.m.

The story of Pulitzer Prize finalist is about the De La Cruzes, a family on the Mexican-American border, who celebrate two of their most beloved relatives during a joyous and bittersweet weekend.

Get ready for great conversations, good food and tons of fun!

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

Gallup-opoly Family Game Night

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to the Main Library on Thursday, November 7th at 6:00 p.m. for another exciting night of Team Gallup-opoly! We will have snacks, Gallup-opoly game boards, and teams of people to take over Gallup.

Do you have what it takes to build an empire and rile Gallup?

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

November Film Series – Remember the Titans

Wednesday, November 6th at 5:30 p.m.

Join us at the Main Library for a FREE film screening. Free popcorn and drinks are provided.

Synopsis:

The true story of a newly appointed African-American coach and his high school team on their first season as a racially integrated unit.

About the Film:
  • Year Released: 2000
  • Rating: PG
  • Duration: 1 hr. 53 mins.
  • Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
OFPL does not own the rights to this video. Courtesy of YouTube.

MakerSpace – November

MakerSpace: Tech Take Apart

Wednesdays at 4:00 P.M.
Official OFPL MakerSpace Logo.
Created in October 2019.

Get technical this month at the MakerSpace where we’re going to take apart computers, keyboards, and other electronics to see what makes them tick.

*Intended for ages 8 and older.

Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call 505-726-6120 for more information.