FRIDAY, Nov. 24
CLOSED
The Library will be closed Nov. 23-25.
Thanksgiving Break
UNM-Gallup Campus Closed
SATURDAY, Nov. 25
SBCD Small Business Saturday
The Gallup Small Business Development Center has partnered with the City of Gallup and the Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce to promote “Small Business Saturday.” Our organizations are working collaboratively to promote local small businesses throughout Gallup for this special Saturday event. Take a selfie with the blue hearts that say “Show Love # Shop Small” in participating businesses, and stop by the El Morro Theatre between 1:30-9 pm on Saturday Nov. 25. When you get there, show the staff your 10 selfies posted to social media, and you’ll be entered in a raffle to win some fantastic prizes. Santa will be visiting downtown Gallup. Call (505) 722-2220.
SUNDAY, Nov. 26
Jefferson Craft Fair
9 am-5 pm @ Jefferson Elementary School, 300 Mollica Dr. A concession stand will be available all day. For more information call (505) 721-3001.
MONDAY, Nov. 27
UNM-Gallup
The Grey Area: Mandatory Student Training, 2 pm CH 248.
TUESDAY, Nov. 28
Maker Zone (6 and older)
4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. We provide supplies, you supply the ideas.
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 29
Crossing Over: Understanding the dying process
“Crossing Over” A two-hour program to help understand the dying process. A great resource for terminal illness caregivers or others interested in understanding this life event. $10 per person to cover cost of supplies. 6:30 pm at the Gallup Masonic Center, 4801 E. Historic 66 Avenue. To reserve a space call Robert (505) 615-8053.
Toddler Time (ages 2 to 4)
10:30-11:30 am @ Children’s Branch
An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories.
Wednesday Night Films
5:30-7 pm @ Main Branch. Free weekly movie. Popcorn provided. This week’s movie: “Coyote Waits”.
THURSDAY, Nov. 30
Neighborhood Meeting
We invite residents of District 1 to visit with Councilor Linda Garcia at 6 pm. Councilor Palochak will be there to listen to your concerns. It’s a great opportunity to share ideas and we welcome your compliments and complaints. Please join us and feel free to bring a friend or two. Residents outside of District 1 are also welcome to attend. Call (505) 879-4176. Location: Northside Senior Center, 607 N. 4th St.
Crafty Kids (all ages)
4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Christmas Cards.
Growing Up Diné, Author Jim Kristofic
6-7 pm @ Main Branch. The library presents Jim Kristofic, author of “Navajos Wear Nikes”, “The Hero Twins: A Navajo-English Story of the Monster Slayers” and “Black Sheep, White Crow”. Call (505) 863-1291.
ONGOING
City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board
Meets on the first Monday from 3-5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. When those Mondays are holidays, the meetings are on the following Monday. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling and other environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
Meets Wednesday, 6-7 pm, at First United Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Dr. (in the library). All are welcome.
Community Pantry
The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am-noon, Tue-Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.
Friday Night Hootenanny
Gallup’s longest-running live show! Every Friday night from 7-9 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St.
Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society
Wednesdays are low-cost Spay and Neuter Days, at the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society. For more information, please call (505) 863-2616, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Location: 1315 Hamilton Rd.
Gallup Solar
Gallup Solar is hosting community conversations about all things solar Wednesdays from 6-8 pm at 113 E. Logan. Call: (505) 728-9246 for info on topics and directions.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity yard sales are held every Saturday, 9 am-noon on Warehouse Lane, weather permitting. Volunteers wishing to serve on construction projects may sign up there or call (505) 722-4226.
Habitat for Humanity - work sessions
Habitat for Humanity work sessions held each week. Volunteers to serve on decision making meetings or wish to volunteer at or help fund construction projects. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226.
McKinley County Health Alliance
McKinley County Health Alliance convenes on the second Wednesday of the month from 11 am-1 pm at the New Mexico Cancer Center across from UNM-Gallup. Everyone is welcome to attend and engage in discussions about health, education, economic, and environmental inequities and to help facilitate change in those systems. Call (505) 906-2671.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous 12-step meetings. Held every Saturday at 10 am. The First Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Drive. Open to anybody who has a desire to stop compulsive eating. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 870-1483.
Recycling Council
McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit working to increase recycling through education, community outreach, and partnership with local government agencies. MCRC meets the first Saturday of the month at 2 pm, at Red Mesa on Hill St. For more information, please call (505) 722-5142 or visit Recylegallup.org.
The monthly meeting of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council regularly scheduled for 2 pm on first Saturdays at the Red Mesa Center is cancelled for November. MCRC encourages the community instead to come celebrate America Recycles Day at the Arts & Crafts Fair and Recycling Jamboree on Nov. 4 at the Gallup Community Service Center from 9 am-3 pm. Contact: Gerald / Millie (505) 722-5142
Support Early Language and Literacy for School Success!
Gallup McKinley County Schools is currently recruiting pregnant women and teens in McKinley County with children from birth to 5 years of age. There are no income guidelines and services are free to ALL community members. Learn more about this opportunity by contacting BeBe Sarmiento at (505) 721-1055.
Teddy Bear Drive
We are collecting NEW stuffed animals to donate to hospitals, police and fire departments for children in need. Donation locations: Navajo Treatment Center for Children and their families Admin. Bldg. #2, second floor Division of Social Services in Window Rock, Az; Nava jo Treatment Center for Children and their families Kit Carson Rd, Fort Defiance Az. Call (928)871-6807 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
SAVE THE DATE
Christmas Tree Lighting
On Dec. 1, join us for a Community Christmas Tree lighting event, 6 pm. Tuba City Bashas’ Parking lot.
Community Christmas Parade
On Dec. 2, the City of Gallup and The Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Community Christmas Parade. Begins: 1 pm. Route: starting on the corner of 6th St. and Aztec Ave. Santa will be there. Call (505) 722-2228.
UNM-Gallup
On Dec, 07, UNM-Gallup will host “New Student Orientation.” 2 pm in room SSTC 200.
Holiday in New Mexico
On Dec. 07, join us for Holiday in New Mexico. 5-8 pm @ Gurley Hall.
ArtsCrawl: Fired Up
On Dec, 9, this ArtsCrawl, we’re turning up the heat. Chili lovers get in the Christmas spirit and help choose who makes the best red or green. Feel the fire in your belly another way by following the lead of cheerleaders and marching in our Parade of Lights: 7-9 pm, Downtown Gallup.
Taize Advent Candelight
On Dec. 10, a Taize Advent candlelight service will take place at 4 pm. The theme of “Joyous Expectation” will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, Scripture and readings. Please join us. Location: 151 State Hwy. 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments). Call (505) 870-6136.
