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Community Calendar Sep. 11 - Sep. 17, 2015

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FRIDAY Sept. 11

Computer Class

The library is offering free computer training throughout the month of September at 2-4 pm at the Octavia Felin Library. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required at the Front Desk call (505) 863-1291 at the Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.

Drop-in Films

Tonight’s feature: The Lego Movie. Starts 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec. All ages.

The Navajo Wranglers

Hard Days Night to perform Classic Rock n Roll at 8-10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W, Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.

Movie: Magic Mike XXL

Starts at 5 pm. El Morro Theater, 207 West Coal Ave. Rated PG-13.

SATURDAY Sept. 12

Family Open House

The Octavia Fellin Public Library - Children’s Branch hosts an Open House from 2 pm to 5 pm, showcasing all of the amazing programs and resources the Children’s Branch has to offer. At 2:30 pm, we’ll show families how to access free, quality tutoring. At 3:30 pm, join us for a musical story time for active toddlers. At 4:30 pm, we’ll have a family puppet show, which is sure to make you giggle. Throughout the Open House, be sure to take a look at samples of projects completed in the Teen Café, Crafty Kids, and Maker’s Club. We’ll also have family movies, crafts, and a selection of games and puzzles available.

Saturday Stories

Start your Saturday mornings off right with an interactive story time for children of all ages and their families. Each week will feature songs as well as books, at least one puppet story, and include a short craft or activity at the end. Starts 10:30 am, Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec. Dinosaurs.

Family Science

Join the Children’s library at 2-4 pm at the family science at the Explora Museum. Children’s Branch 200 W. Aztec Ave.

505 Blues Band

505 Blues band, old time blues to perform 8-10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W, Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.

SUNDAY Sept. 13

Overeaters Anonymous

Meetings every Sunday at 6 pm, First United Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Dr., corner of Nizhoni/Red Rock. Enter northwest corner off Nizhoni; Library room.

MONDAY Sept. 14

Facebook for Beginners Computer Training Class

The library is offering free computer training throughout the month of September at the Octavia Fellin Library, at 2-4 pm. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. You can register at the library Front Desk, call (505) 863- 129, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Main Branch 115 W Hill at the Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.

TUESDAY Sept. 15

Teen Cafe

A place for middle schoolers to hang out and make crafts, design, build, experiment, watch movies, or play video games (Ages 11-14). Starts 4 pm. Craft: Papel Picado Flags.

WEDNESDAY Sept. 16

Toddler Time

An active and energetic program for toddlers (2-4), featuring music, movement, rhythm, and stories. Starts at 10:30 am, Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec.

Maker’s Club

A club for kids interested in science, math, building, and inventing (Ages 7 and up).  Each week will feature a different challenge, project, or experiment. Starts 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec. This Week: Lego Tower

Open-Mic-Night

Local talent takes center stage from 8-10 pm at Coal Street Pub, 303 W. Coal Ave. (505) 722-0117.

THURSDAY Sept. 17

Introduction to Excel

The library is offering free computer training throughout the month of September, at the Octavia Felin Library at 2-4 pm. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. Registration is required. You can register at the library Front Desk, call (505) 863-1291, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at the Main Branch 115 W. Hill Ave.

Crafty Kids

Fun crafts for the whole family (all ages). Starts at 4 pm. Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec. Make: Papel Picado Flag

Latino Americans Documentary Viewing

There will be a viewing of the documentary Latino Americans episode III followed by a discussion with John Lewis Taylor. Latino Americans: 500 Years of History has been made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association. Starts at 6 pm, at the Main Branch, 115 W. Hill Ave.

ONGOING

Community Pantry

The Hope Garden is offering organic produce for sale from 10 am -12 pm Tue - Fri. We are located at 1130 E. Hasler Valley Rd. All funds go to helping feed local folks. For personal attention call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting ask for Kenworth Jones.

First Indian Baptist Church

Monday Night Back to Basics Bible Class, Red Hills Trailer Park recreation center 7 pm; Tuesday Family Bible Study FIBC 501 S. 3rd St., 6 pm; Sunday Worship and Prayer at FIBC 501 S. 3rd, 10:30 am. Contact: Pastor Robert Fontenot (505) 906-2808 / This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it / www.fibcgallup.weebly.com

Gallup Solar Meetings

Interested in learning more about solar energy? Come to a Gallup Solar meeting, held the first three Wednesdays of the month from 6-8 pm, East Logan Ave. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (505) 726-2497.

Habitat for Humanity

Yard Sale fund raisers are open 9 to noon every Saturday on Warehouse Lane off of Allison Road. If you have household items to donate or wish to volunteer on construction, call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226.

Ingham Chapman Gallery

UNM-Gallup will present selections from the Tamarind Permanent Collection – the art of Valerie Roybal, Aug. 17 - Sept. 18, 705 Gurley Ave. On Sept. 14, Roybal will discuss her collection and present a slide show from 5:30 - 6:15 pm at Calvin Hall Auditorium, Room 248A, with a reception to immediately follow.