Tech Short Tuesday – April 2021

Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library every Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. for How-to tech shorts. You have questions, we have answers. Email or call in your tech questions and watch us answer them in our weekly videos.

Send questions to 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.

Beauty Potion

Busy day working and taking care of the family? Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Monday, March 29th at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.

Ingredient list is available below:

Beauty Potion

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 Tbsp. Rosewater
• 1/2 tsp. Aloe Vera Gel
• 1/2 tsp. Olive Oil (Substitute for jojoba, almond, or coconut oil)
• 1/2 tsp. Glycerine

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Mix the aloe gel with glycerine to form a smooth paste.
  2. Then add olive oil or almond oil and finally add rose water.
  3. Store it in a small container and use it whenever you feel like.
  4. Take a pea sized amount of the serum and massage in upward motion on the skin for a minute or two. Use every day or on alternative days. Massage your neck and face in upward motions.

Benefits:
• Quick absorbing.
• Light weight.
• Gives you a nice glow.
• Rose water refreshes your skin.
• The oil moisturizes your skin.
• Skin feels really soft after you use it.
• Free of chemicals.
• You get to customize it!

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

2-hour Virtual Zumba Class

Join us on OFPL’s Zoom Saturday, March 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 instructors.

Register to participate virtually from home
Registration is limited to 100 participants.

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

Avocado Face Mask

Busy day working and taking care of the family? Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Monday, March 22nd at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.

Ingredient list is available below:

Avocado Face Mask

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 med-large avocado
• 1–2 tsp. raw, local honey
• Optional: 2 tbsp. rolled oats

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Combine all ingredients together in a small bowl.
  2. Wash your face with a cleanser, dry, and then apply the mask liberally to the face and neck.
  3. Let sit on your face for 20 minutes.
  4. Wash the mask off your face and follow-up with your typical skincare routine.

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

Liquid Hand Soap

Join us on Saturday, March 20th at 1:00 p.m. on Facebook LIVE @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library to make DIY self-care products.

Ingredient list is available below:

Liquid Hand Soap

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 c. castile soap liquid
• 1/2 c. distilled water
• 1 Tbsp. vitamin E oil (optional)
• 1 Tbsp. sweet almond oil or olive oil or jojoba oil (optional)
• 15 drops tea tree essential oil optional
• 5-10 drops lavender essential oil optional

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. In a mason jar or recycled soap dispenser, add the water first (to prevent bubbles) then the liquid castile soap, followed by the oils. Shake the ingredients together.
  2. Shake the soap dispenser before using, then squirt a small amount on your hands as needed, rinsing with water.

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

Irish Dance Demonstration

Get your jig on Wednesday, March 17th at 1:30 p.m. on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library for an Irish Dance Demonstration featuring step instructions for you to learn some moves yourself!

Email childlib@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.

Aromatherapy Candles

Busy day working and taking care of the family? Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Monday, March 15th at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.

Ingredient list is available below:

Aromatherapy Candles

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 c. Soy Wax Flakes
• Natural Wicks (Anchors
Optional)
• 80-120 Drops of Essential Oil (See scent list below)
Other supplies:
• 8 oz. Mason Jars (or jars of choice)
• Stirring Utensil
• Pens or Chopsticks to Secure Wicks

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Melt soy wax in a pot over low-medium heat. They should melt fairly easily but turn up the heat slightly if taking more than a few minutes.
  2. Stir
  3. Once melted, add essential oils.
  4. Anchor wicks to the bottom of mason jars.
  5. Tape wick upright to a horizontal chopstick or pen.
  6. Pour the wax into the mason jar and then repeat until all jars are full.
  7. Depending on the size of the mason jars you may have some wax leftover.
  8. Let stand until solid (about 1 hour).
  9. Cut the wick to the desired length.

Scents to Relieve Anxiety:
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cypress, Frankincense, Hyssop, Lavender, Marjoram, Myrrh, Neroli, Orange, Peach, Rose, Rose Geranium, and Violet Leaf.

Scents to Ease Depression:
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lemon Balm, Lemon Verbena, Neroli, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose Geranium, Sandalwood, Tangerine, and Ylang-ylang.

Scents to Improve Memory:
Bay Laurel, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, and Rosemary.

Scents to Invigorate and Overcome Fatigue:
Angelica, Benzoin, Camphor, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove Basil, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Lemon, Peppermint, Pine, Sage, and Spiced Apple.

Scents to Deal with Stress, Nervous Tension, and Insomnia:
Bergamot, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Cloves, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Myrrh, Neroli, Nutmeg, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Sweet Melissa, Valerian, Vanilla, Violet, and Ylang-ylang.

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

Virtual Crafts Hangout

Join us on Saturday, March 13th at 12:00 p.m. for an afternoon of chatting and crafting on Zoom!

Virtually chat with other community members to exchange craft ideas, stories, and food recipes as we craft together through knitting, painting, sewing, drawing, and more.

Register to participate HERE
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 12 th .

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