Whether you’re a chess expert or new to the game, join us a the Children’s Branch on Friday, March 6th and March 20th at 4:00 p.m. to learn chess moves and strategies.
Meet others who love the game and build connections! Club meets on the first and third Friday of the month.
Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call 505-726-6120 for more information.
Join us at the Main Library for a FREE film screening. Free popcorn and drinks are provided.
Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Lloyd Vogel.
Learn how to operate the functions of a video recorder and receive helpful tips and tricks. Must attend one (1) workshop to be eligible for the competition prize.
Join us at the Main Library on Wednesday, March 4th and March 11th at 5:00 p.m.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Back by popular demand!
Enjoy an afternoon of pampering as we make DIY cosmetics such as body scrubs, face masks, and more. Join us at the Main Library on:
to make your DIY cosmetics. *All supplies provided.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Gather your travel companions!
Choose wisely before starting your latest quest. Join us at the Main Library every Monday in March between 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. for Dungeons and Dragons.
Stock up your inventory with supplies and rest well for the fight against dark magic and evil minions to face the ultimate boss that lies ahead.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Compete with other members of the community in a battle of the brains!
Join us for Downtown Night Out at Sammy C’s on Saturday, February 29th at 7:30 p.m. for an evening of trivia. Discover many fun facts and win great prizes!
Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
We’re doing family-friendly science experiments that glow in the dark, light up and change color!
Stop by the Children’s Branch on Saturday, February 29th at 3:00 p.m. To make blacklight paintings, glow bugs, and color-changing slime.
Email childlib@gallupnm.gov or call 505-726-6120 for more information.
Join us at the Main Library for a FREE film screening. Free popcorn and drinks are provided.
Jesse Owens’ quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Aryan supremacy.
OFPL is recruiting volunteers to create a Friends of the Library Group. If you are passionate about the resources and programming that our local library offers to the community, join us at the Main Library on Saturday, February 22nd at 3:30 p.m. to learn more about joining the group.
Friends groups work towards public support of libraries, including government advocacy and spreading information about library services.
Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information
Diné weaver Lois A. Becenti with Diné Be´ iinà – The Navajo Lifeway will host a FREE Navajo Rug Weaving Class/Spin-off on the third Friday of every month.
Don’t miss the next class on February 21st 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.