FRIDAY, June 4
STAR WARS TRIVIA
5 pm LIVE on Facebook, @galluplibrary for a Star Wars trivia challenge. Is the force strong with you? Prove your knowledge in the ultimate fan showdown. Download the Kahoot app to play along or join us live online at kahoot.it. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
SUMMER OF STEM
2 pm outside by the playground at Octavia Fellin Public Library Children’s Branch for demonstrations of the activities included in the Summer of STEM Kit. For the continued safety of our neighbors we do ask attendees to continue social distancing and mask wearing. STEM kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week we will focus on balloon rockets.
SATURDAY, June 5
2021 LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN
7 am event begins at the McKinley County Courthouse. At 7:30 am the walk begins at El Rancho. There will be four different legs of running, eventually winding up in Fort Wingate, going to the Continental Divide and passing the torch for Special Olympics. Torches will arrive in Albuquerque June 11. For more information visit https://sonm.org/torch-run, go to the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics tab for all information regarding NMLETR.
SELF-CARE SATURDAYS
1 pm Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube to make DIY self-care products. Watch our Self-Care playlist on YouTube to improve your mental and physical health with a variety of self-care demos. Ingredient lists for each product are available at ofpl.online. This week we will make a Rosemary lemon body scrub. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
DEEP IN THE STACKS!
2 pm Join us on Facebook and Instagram, @galluplibrary or YouTube to catch conversations on various topics and hear about all of the exciting upcoming events at Octavia Fellin Public Library. We’ll answer questions, showcase library materials, and more Deep In the Stacks! For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
MONDAY, June 7
CREATIVE CORNER
4 pm Join us on Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube. Create your own art using materials found around your home! Courses are geared toward individuals approximately 15-years of age and older. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week we will celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month by creating pride tie-dye clothing. Learn three different techniques in this interactive workshop using tie-dye and your clothes. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9
TECH TIME: ONLINE EDUCATION & TRAINING
4 pm @ Facebook, @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library for FREE computer classes. Registration is not required but is available for anyone who wants to participate in the LIVESTREAM courses. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
SUMMER READING 101
Ready for summer reading? Learn how to register for this year’s summer reading program using our new system, Beanstack. We’ll show you everything you need to know to get started and enjoy our summer reading program.
WALK ON THE WILDSIDE – PRESCHOOL SONGS AND ACTIVITIES
11 am. Join us outside by the playground at Octavia Fellin Public Library Children’s Branch for bilingual animal songs and stories. For the continued safety of our neighbors, we do ask attendees to continue social distancing and mask wearing. We’re also offering a preschool activity book available on a first come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week the focus is on Bookish Beasts.
THURSDAY, JUNE 10
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY BRANCH WEEKLY EVENTS
CRAFTY KIDS
4 pm on Facebook and YouTube @galluplibrary (all ages) for family-friendly crafts and step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels. Supply kits are available at OFPL on a first-come, first-served basis using the Supply Request Form at ofpl.online. This week we will help you with No Sew DIY Plushies.
ONGOING
MCKINLEY COUNTY BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS
8:30 am-4 pm Mon – Fri @ McKinley Public Health Office (1919 College Dr.) Call (505) 722-4391 to schedule an appointment. Bring your child’s shot record. Vaccines will be provided at no cost for children through 18 years of age.
FREE FAMILY ART KITS
From April - June, 2021, gallupARTS will be producing 300 Free Family Art Kits monthly. Each kit will feature an all-ages, hands-on, creative project designed by a local artist. Each month, 200 kits will be made available for pickup on a first-come-first-served basis at ART123 Gallery on the last Saturday from 12 pm-4 pm and 100 kits will be distributed in Zuni in partnership with the Zuni Public Library.
LIBRARY CARD REGISTRATION ONLINE
Today’s libraries have programs and resources that go far beyond books. From virtual story times, family game nights and art classes, to opportunities to borrow audiobooks and stream movies, there’s something for everyone at the library. To explore all that the library has to offer, visit your library at ofpl.online to register for a free library card. For more information: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
CURBSIDE CHECKOUT SERVICES
OFPL staff continues to provide essential services to our community by offering curbside checkout, virtual classes, workshops, and public education through our social media platforms. Visit ofpl.online for the online request form. • DVD/CD check out limit is 10 - 30 library items total. OFPL Staff is on-site Monday through Friday from 11 am-5 pm and will offer curbside pick-ups only from 12 pm - 4 pm. Saturday pick-ups must be scheduled in advance. There will be Saturday curbside pick-ups only from 12 pm-4 pm. New requests will not be processed on Saturdays. Please allow 48 hours for the fulfillment of all library requests. Call (505) 863-1291 to schedule a Saturday pick-up and for reference services.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY REGISTRATION
OFPL is recruiting new members for our Friends of the Library Group. The OFPL Friends support library programs, services, and collections through a variety of in-kind activities. If you are passionate about helping our community grow stronger, join the Octavia Fellin Public Library Friends’ Group and get involved in event planning, local and state advocacy, fundraising and philanthropy. To join please visit https://ofpl.online/partners-of-ofpl/#friends and our Friends’ Coordinator will contact you with more information. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 863-1291.
DIAL-A-STORY
Storytime anytime, call (505) 862-9177 to hear a story any time of the day or night. Stories will change daily. At the end leave us a message to let us know what stories you want to hear.
VIRTUAL ZUMBA CLASS
6 pm @ Octavia Fellin Public Library every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday for an evening workout with OFPL’s own Zumba Fitness instructor. Bring down your house with salsa, booty shaking, and heart-racing songs. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (505) 863-1291.
RMCHCS COVID VACCINATION WALK-IN CLINIC
8am-4pm Mon.-Fri. @ College Clinic (2111 College Dr.). No appointments needed. RMCHCS is offering COVID vaccines to anyone ages 16 and up. There is no out-of-pocket cost for the vaccine, but insurance companies will be billed an administration fee, so be sure to bring your insurance information.
