Books & Lectures
Storytime at the Farmington Public Library
October 6, 2026 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Farmington Public Library
Spark your little one's love for reading at Storytime at the Farmington Public Library! Storytime takes place every Monday and Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am.
The event runs Oct 27, 2025 through Dec 30, 2026
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Museum After Dark
October 7, 2026 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Museum & Pavilion
Discover the Museum After Dark! Explore fascinating exhibits, uncover hidden stories, and get creative with a new hands-on activity every Wednesday. From Southwest-inspired art to festive crafts and imaginative creations, there’s something fun for everyone!
The event runs Oct 7, 2026 through Dec 30, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Ongoing Events
"S" is for Science
October 8, 2026 from 10:30am - 11:15am | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center
“S” is for Science! Join the STEAM to Read program for stories, hands-on experiments, and fun discoveries for kids 4 and up. Starts at 10:30am—come spark curiosity and have fun!
The event runs Oct 23, 2025 through Dec 31, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Rising Writers with DelSheree Spinner
October 8, 2026 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Join bestselling author, DelSheree Spinner, in a small-group setting for Q&A about getting started in publishing and how to prepare to be a guest on podcasts to market your writing.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Downtown
Banned Books Week
October 9, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Quill and Quest Bookstore
During Banned Book Week we celebrate the freedom to read and honor the voices that some have tried to silence. From timeless classics to modern must-reads, banned and challenged books remind us that stories have power—power to inspire, to challenge, and to change the world. This week Quill & Quest will celebrate with a special Read-In and Trivia Night!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Downtown
Horror Book Club
October 10, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Something wicked is waiting: Join the Horror Book Club this October!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
New Business Tax Workshop
October 16, 2026 from 9:00am - 1:00pm | SBDC at San Juan College
If you have a new business or are planning to start a business, join the Farmington Small Business Development Center as Tom Stamper, CPA, decodes the process for you.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Workshop
Trivia Night at Quill and Quest Bookstore
October 16, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Join Quill & Quest Bookstore for their Spooky Trivia Night!!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
AstroFriday
October 16, 2026 from 6:30pm - 9:30pm | San Juan College Planetarium, Room 1723
Join David Mayeux, San Juan College Planetarium, for AstroFriday and enjoy the beauty and wonder of the night sky. This monthly program is a huge hit with local stargazers! Showtimes are at 6:30 and 7:30 pm with a stargaze (weather permitting) after the last showing at 9:30 pm.
The event runs Sep 18, 2026 through May 7, 2027
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays
Book Release Party
October 17, 2026 from 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
You're invited to Quill & Quest Bookstore for a special book release for Local Author, Diane Mittler's newest book, Ready to Ride.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Downtown
Pumpkin Painting Night
October 17, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Inspired by your favorite book? Come to Quill & Quest to paint your favorite book cover on a pumpkin!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Local Look, Downtown
Sunny Dooley Storytelling
October 19, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | The Leanor
Join renowned Diné storyteller Sunny Dooley for an evening of traditional Blessingway stories passed down through generations. Free and open to all.
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Reed Timmer- Dominate the Storm
October 20, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Connie Gotsch Theater at San Juan College
This free event, courtesy of the San Juan College Foundation and Citizens Bank, features Dr. Reed Timmer, an extreme meteorologist and renowned storm chaser known for intercepting some of the most powerful storms on earth to gather groundbreaking scientific data. This event is a dynamic multimedia talk with a live Q&A to follow.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
October 23, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Join Quill & Quest for their October Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club adventure!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Stitch and Story Night
October 23, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
A cozy evening of yarn, friendship, and fiction at Quill & Quest Bookstore!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Downtown
The Moth Project
October 23, 2026 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College
Can a Song About Moths Save the Earth?
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Write to Publish Writers Workshop
October 24, 2026 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Write to Publish: Story Structure Workshop with DelSheree Spinner
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Workshop, Downtown
Blending Fantasy and Romance Book Club
October 24, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
Join Quill & Quest Bookstore for their Blending Fantasy and Romance Book Club. Meetings held every last Saturday of the month at 6pm!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Hunger Games Book Club
October 29, 2026 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore
May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor: Join Quill & Quest for their last meeting of the Hunger Games Book Club!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
DIY Soil Health Workshop
November 6, 2026 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Diné College North Campus
Learn simple, low-cost ways to assess and improve soil health—no special tools or lab testing required. Bring a soil sample from your area and explore easy DIY methods for evaluating soil pH, moisture, and overall condition. Farmers, ranchers, and land stewards will gain practical skills to better understand and monitor changes in their soil using everyday materials.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Workshop
Local Author Fair
November 7, 2026 from 10:00am - 2:00pm | Farmington Public Library
Farmington Public Library is hosting the Authors Fair on Saturday, November 11th from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Farmington Public Library. Books will be available for sale and signing by local authors.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look