Event Calendar

November 2018 Events

November 3

The November meeting of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council is cancelled. Come to the Arts & Crafts Fair and Recycling Jamboree held on Saturday, November 3rd, in celebration of America Recycles Day. This annual event is held at the Gallup Community Service Center from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Call Gerald / Millie at (505) 722-5142 for more recycling information and the next meeting.

Craft Fair: Veterans Helping Veterans

8:00am to 5:00pm 908 E. Buena Vista Ave. Ford Canyon

Gallup Families With Autism will be holding a get-together at the Children’s Library on Saturday, Nov. 3rd, from 2:00pm -4:00pm. Come and meet other families!

Golden Harvest Tea

Join us for fun, a spot of tea, savory foods, and delicious desserts at Westminster Presbyterian Church’s Golden Harvest High Tea. There will be two seatings: 12:00pm and 2:00pm. Tickets are $20 or purchase 4 for $70. Tickets will be sold at the door if seating is available. To purchase tickets contact one of the following: Marge (505) 722-6415, Heather (505) 8703996, Valdine (505) 979-0197, Kathleen (505) 870-6136, Mirakhel (505) 722-8949, or Judy (903) 436-4921. The church is located at 151 State Highway 564, near Orleans Manor Apartments. The Tea is a fund-raiser for the WPC general fund.

November 8

Wine & Painting

ART123 Gallery 6:00pm – 9:00pm Register at www.galluparts.org/wine-andpainting.

November 10

Show Opening: “Faces...We Were Here

Before Hollywood” by Arnulfo Peña ART123 Gallery, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Follow @ART123Gallery on Facebook for more info. November 10

ArtsCrawl: In Black & White

Downtown Gallup, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Follow @ArtsCrawlGallup on Facebook for details.

Holiday Craft and Baked Goods Sale

9:00am to 2:00pm Get ready to do your Christmas shopping and stock your freezer with goodies for the holidays! Delicious baked goods, breakfast burritos, and more will be available.

Gallup Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators Group

Community members interested in learning more about writing or illustrating children’s books are invited to attend the November meeting of The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. The meeting will be held in the study room of the Gallup Children’s Library, 200 W. Aztec, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Information: newmexico@scbwi.org

November 11

A Taizé contemplative candlelight service

will take place at 4:00pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Gallup, to provide an opportunity for silence and spiritual refreshment. The theme of “Gratitude” will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, Scripture, and readings of various faith traditions. Spend an hour in prayer for the healing of our broken world and planet. Please join us. The church is located at 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments). Contact: Kathy Mezoff at (505) 870-6136.

Red Rock Strings-Fall Concert

4:00pm at the First United Methodist Church. The featured soloist is Lori Lovato, clarinet. She is the assistant principal clarinet for the NM Philharmonic. Sponsorship from the Gallup Independent and RMCH allow us to present the concert free of charge. November 12

Gallup McKinley County Veterans Committee 2018 Veterans Day Event

Schedule of Events: 10:00am Observance Ceremony, Veterans Plot, Hillcrest Cemetary 10:30am Parade Lineup-Gurley Motor Body Shop Parking Lot 11:00am Official Ceremony Honoring Veterans, Courthouse Square

November 13

The Gallup Interfaith Community will meet at 6:30pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Guest speaker for the evening is Tommy Haws with the Church of the Latter Day Saints. This is a change from the third Tuesday meeting time due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Bring food or drinks for a shared meal. All are welcome in friendship and community. The church is located at 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments). Contact for more information: Rev. Lorelei Kay at wpcgallup@gmail.com, Steve Rogers at (505) 870-1942, or Betsy at betsywindisch@yahoo.com.

December Save the Date

Red Rock Craft Fair

Saturday, December 15th Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Red Rock Elementary School Booths are $20 a space Contact Julie: 505-870-7083

MONDAYS

Al-anon, Support for Families and Friends of Alcoholics. Sacred Heart Cathedral Family Center, 555 South Woodrow Dr., Gallup, NM. 12:00pm – 1:00pm.

TUESDAYS

Al-anon, Support for Families and Friends of Alcoholics. One Day At A Time Club, next to Catholic Church, Ft. Defiance, Az. 6:00pm – 7:00pm

WEDNESDAYS

Gallup Solar is hosting community conversations about all things solar Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at 113 E. Logan. Call (505) 728-9246 for info on topics and directions.

THURSDAYS

Al-anon, Support for Families and Friends of Alcoholics.Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Dr., Gallup, NM 7:00pm – 8:00pm

SATURDAYS

Habitat for Humanity fundraising Yard Sales every Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Volunteers needed for home construction. Call Bill Bright at (505) 7224226 for details and directions.

SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH

The McKinley County Health Alliance convenes on the second Wednesday from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the New Mexico Cancer Center across from UNM-Gallup. All are welcome to attend to engage in discussions about health, education, economic, and environmental inequities to help facilitate change in those systems. For more information call (505) 870-9239.

THIRD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

The Plateau Sciences Society regularly meets on the third Sunday of the month at 2:00pm. PSS programs are varied and deal with the history, geology, geography, the diverse cultures of our region, and environmental concerns in our area. Join us for stimulating conversation and discussion about shared concerns. The community is always welcome. Light refreshments are always served. For information about upcoming speakers and field trips, contact Rachel Kaub: President (505) 980-5437 cell / text or Martin Link (505) 8636459.

FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH

The City of Gallup’s Sustainable Gallup Board meets the first Monday of each month at 3:30pm to 5:00pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call Bill Bright at 505-722-0039 for information.

SECOND FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH

Crownpoint Rug Auction is scheduled every second Friday of each month. The next meetings are scheduled for November 9, 2018 and December 14, 2018. The Auction takes place at Crownpoint Elementary School. The doors open at 4:00pm for weavers and Arts & Craft vendors to set up. Crownpoint Elementary School has their monthly Navajo Taco Sale at 4:30pm. The buyers review the rugs from 4:30pm until 6:30pm. The Actual Rug Auction begins at 7:00pm.

Children’s Library Weekly Events

MakerZone Tuesdays 4:00pm

Let loose your inner engineer with building and technology projects at the Children’s Branch. Join us for creativity, innovation, and fun. Open to all ages. • Dominoes – November 6th • Flying Paper Clips – November 13th • DIY Lava Lamps – November 20th • Catapults – November 27th

Story Time Wednesdays 10:30am

(ages 2-4) Story Time is minding its manners all November long. We’re going to learn about manners, sharing, and why it’s important to be kind. Join us every Wednesday at the Children’s Branch.

Crafty Kids Thursdays 4:00pm

(all ages) Family-friendly crafts for all skill levels. This month all projects are exploring the theme of community helpers. • Day of the Dead Craft - November 1st • Take Along Games - November 8th • Handprint Turkeys - November 15th • Good Manners Flowers - November 29th

Get up and Game Fridays 12:00pm - 4:00pm Drop in

anytime! Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family.

Story Time Saturdays 11:00am

(ages 2-4) Story Time is minding its manners all November long. We’re going to learn about manners, sharing, and why it’s important to be kind. Join us every Saturday at the Children’s Branch.