Category: Program

Pinterest for Beginners

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 24th at 4:00 p.m.
Pinterest for beginners

Learn how to use Pinterest for sharing and saving ideas. We will talk about the basics and how to use this site for all of your interests.

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.

Scratch Boards

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 22nd at 4:00 p.m. to learn how to create a high-contrast black and white image using an engraving technique on a scratch board.

CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING, VISIT YOUTUBE, @GALLUPLIBRARY.

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.

Chess League

Join us on Facebook LIVE @galluplibrary every Friday at 4:00 p.m. to participate in Fun Friday interactive events and the opportunity to win some great prizes!

Friday, March 19th
Livestream on Facebook LIVE
Chess League

Chess League is back with online play. Please register ahead of time by emailing childlib@gallupnm.gov. Internet access will be needed for play on lichess.org.

Call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

We READ, We Talk Book Club Zoom Discussions

OFPL’s Book Club is reading The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones.

The story follows four American Indian men after a disturbing event from their youth puts them in a desperate struggle for their lives.

Zoom discussions will be held:

Thursday, March 18th
Starts at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 27th
Starts at 3:00 p.m.

Email bmartin@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.

Homework Help with HelpNow

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 17th at 4:00 p.m.
LIVESTREAm on Facebook LIVE
Homework Help with Helpnow

Need help with homework? Let us help you find the tools you need to be successful using El Portal’s HelpNow feature. Join us LIVE to ask questions and get answers instantly.

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.

Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)

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 15th at 4:00 p.m. to create Artist Trading Cards or ATCs are miniature pieces of art that are traded by artists around the world. Learn how to make your own ATC with an interactive workshop inspired by Courtney Cerruti’s CreativeBug class. Need inspiration? Complete the optional OFPL ATC mini-challenges and win a prize.

CREATIVE CORNER EPISODES ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING, VISIT YOUTUBE, @GALLUPLIBRARY.

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