Crafty Kids – September

Join us on Facebook and YouTube @galluplibrary (all ages) for family-friendly crafts and step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels.

Every Thursday at 4:00 p.m.

  • September 3rd – Salt Painting
  • September 10th – Wax Paper Lanterns
  • September 17th – Glass Magnets
  • September 24th – Rock Photo Holders

Sensory September

Join us on Facebook and YouTube @galluplibrary for fun sensory activities you can do at home for everything from learning the alphabet to improving motor skills.

Tune in on Facebook & Youtube
@galluplibrary at 11:00 a.m.

Every Wednesday

  • September 2nd – Shaving Cream Alphabet
  • September 9th – Pom Pom Sorting
  • September 16th – Smell Challenge
  • September 23rd – Tissue Paper Process Art
  • September 30th – TP Troll Haircuts

every Friday

  • September 4th – Playdough Counting
  • September 11th – Lava Bottles
  • September 18th – Sensory I Spy
  • SEptember 25th – Letter Matching

Virtual Learning for Kids

FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the live stream course. Completion certificates available for live stream classes.

Wednesday, September 2nd at 4:00 p.m.

Learn to use Microsoft Teams, the online program being used by GMCS for the fall semester. With school becoming mostly virtual this year, it is important to know how to use the software. Parents and kids can learn together and make the most of online learning.

Classes will be available on OFPL social media channels @galluplibrary.

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

Dial-A-Story – September 2020

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

All Month of September

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

OFPL Bookmark Design Contest

OFPL is excited to announce the next phase of the contest. Vote online for your favorite bookmark in three age group categories. Winning designs will be professionally printed and distributed at OFPL’s Main Library and Children’s Branch.

Vote now at ofpl.online, or social media, @galluplibrary!

Online polls close
Wednesday, September 30th at 11:59 p.m.

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

Creative Corner – Scapes w/ Chalk Pastels

Create your own art from various materials found around your home! These courses are geared towards individuals 15 years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis and can be requested below.

Tune in this upcoming Monday, August 31st at 4:00 p.m. for a workshop on using chalk pastels to make various scapes. From scenic landscapes, urban cityscapes, and to the depths of an oceanic seascape. Available through our Facebook page and YouTube channel, search @galluplibrary.

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

Creative Corner – Beginner Hemp Projects

Create your own art from various materials found around your home! These courses are geared towards individuals 15 years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-serve basis and can be requested below.

Tune in this upcoming Monday, August 24th at 4:00 p.m. for a demonstration on hemp jewelry such as necklaces and bracelets. Learn techniques and fundamentals to make wearable jewelry. Available through our Facebook page and YouTube channel, search @galluplibrary.

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

Creative Corner – Abstract Painting

Creative Corner features creativity freedom to make your own art from various materials that can be found around your homes and/or are inexpensive to purchase. Art courses are for the inner creative geared towards individuals 15 years of age and older.

Tune in this upcoming Monday, August 17th at 4:00 p.m. for a demonstration on abstract painting while learning advanced techniques in oil painting. Exploring and building on what we learned in Abstract Painting 101 (part one video here). Part Two explores advanced oil painting techniques as we build upon the foundation. Available through our Facebook page and YouTube channel, search @galluplibrary.

Princess Storytime – The Little Mermaid

Everyone’s favorite mermaid is swimming up for a special virtual storytime.

Join us Live on Facebook, @galluplibrary Friday, August 14th at 4:00 p.m. for stories and fun. You can view the recording after the live event on Facebook or YouTube.

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