A loose social gathering of crafters will happen at the Gunnison Library every 2nd Thursday of the month in a spot of their choosing – around the fireplace for example – to work on independent projects.

We encourage you to bring a project that you are already working on – whether that is crochet, knitting, embroidery, felting, sketching, writing, or whatever gets your creative juices flowing – and join a supportive group to keep your projects going.

Refreshments will be supplied. Drop by whenever it’s convenient for you between 4-6 pm, no RSVP required.

Please join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, September 11th for an on-the-road film festival from the Five Point Film Fest. The 5Point Adventure Film Festival is a four-day event that celebrates stories of adventure, with a focus on positive social and environmental change. It’s held annually in Carbondale, Colorado, and features a curated selection of films, live music, guest speakers, workshops, and community gatherings. The festival is guided by five core principles: commitment, respect, humility, purpose, and balance. 

We’ll be screening some of their short films at the library including:

Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 4 pm on Saturday, September 12 for Crafternoon. For September we’ll be making bedazzled books! Bring your own book to bedazzle or choose from a selection we’ll have. NEW: Please register for the event by clicking here.

Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions with different projects every month for teens and adults. All supplies and basic instructions are provided.

Free & open to the public

Qigong is offered at the Gunnison Library every Third Thursday of the month. See a description of the practice and instructor below.

About Qigong:

Qigong is an ancient practice that integrates movement, stillness, and deep breathing. The purpose of qigong is to relax and release tension so that the elements that give us energy and health (breath, blood, lymph, etc) can flow freely throughout the body. Movements in qigong are slow, circular, graceful, and flowing. These movements lubricate the joints, strengthen the muscles, improve circulation, and relax the nervous system. Qigong is a moving meditation that brings awareness to our breath and expands our range of motion. Qigong creates space for health, balance, and calm which can maximize our body’s natural healing processes. Qigong is an easy practice that can be done standing, sitting, or lying down. People of all ages can practice and enjoy this gentle ancient art.

About the instructor:

Heidi Magnus has taught qigong for five years and has practiced since 2015. Heidi’s first career was as an environmental scientist and she still enjoys applying the scientific method and observation skills to all aspects of life. Heidi enjoys making connections between ancient wisdoms, like Qigong, and current research in neuroscience, psychology, and wellbeing. For the last 26 years, Heidi has owned a deli with her sister Kate and finds that qigong helps her to thrive in a busy work environment. Qigong is a vital part of her self-care and she enjoys sharing the tools she has learned for navigating life and its ever-changing challenges. Currently she studies qigong with four teachers (Dr. Roger Jahnke, Mimi Kuo Deemer, Marisa Cranfil, Anthony Korahais). The teachings of Josh Korda and Sharon Salzberg also inspire Heidi in her practice. Heidi enjoys teaching Qigong, and finds sharing the practice with others rewarding. Heidi is offering classes through Gunnison Public Library. These classes are for beginners or advanced students who want to practice in a fun and casual community atmosphere.

For those who like to imbibe in books, beverages or both!

Please join us at Thai Smile at 6 pm on Tuesday, September 22 for the next meeting of the Books-n-Bars. We will be discussing:

The Stationary Shop by Marjan Kamali

This group *typically* meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6pm at local watering holes. They read mainly contemporary fiction, with a few non-fiction titles every once in a while. Copies of books are placed on hold for book club participants and are available to check out at the library. Titles for the next month’s meeting are announced a month before. They will also be available in e-edition, audiobook, large print, etc.

Join us for a peaceful walk along the Van Tuyl Trail while listening to an audiobook of your choice, enjoying nature, and having good book conversations.

Tea and hot chocolate will be available beforehand to enjoy on the walk.

Free and open to all ages!