SPANISH LANGUAGE CLASS OPPORTUNITY!

Karen Immerso will teach 8 lunchtime beginner Spanish classes here at Gunnison Library starting Wednesday, Sept. 22 and running until Nov. 17th. Classes will be from 12-1 pm.

Karen is a great instructor and there will be a couple chances to practice with your new Spanish skills at the CAFE Intercambios (last Wednesday of the month). The class will be beginner level with an emphasis on functional basics for folks who may work with Spanish speaking clients and/or want to help build camaraderie in our community.

The class will be capped at 20. Email megan-at-gunnisoncountylibraries.org if you’re interested

Are you looking for a new medium to explore? Look no further and join professional artist Chelsea Hoitt in this Wood Burning class. Students will learn the steps to make successful wood-burned objects such as nameplates, house numbers, mottoes, clock faces, serving trays, and more! Students will familiarize themselves with the wood-burning tool itself and practice safety tips and good habits on scrap wood. No experience necessary. All supplies included.

Registration is required for this event. Please sign up here: https://forms.gle/vDnpzCPuHrHWz2nJ7

September 16: Canning

Learn the basics of preserving foods through canning. Taught by taught by  Family & Consumer Science Agent Tina Lewis.

On-site at the kitchen at Gunnison County Extension Office at Fred Field Center.

All supplies provided.

September 23: Preserving & Dehydrating Foods

Learn the basics of dehydrating foods. Taught by taught by  Family & Consumer Science Agent Tina Lewis.

At the Gunnison Library.

All supplies provided.

October 7: Seed Saving

Want to get a garden going next Spring? Learn how to save seeds this fall to have ready for then. Even get some free seed samples. Taught by local gardener Jan Scheefer and flower grower Karen Etstrom.

At the Gunnison Library

October 21: Cider making

Library staff will teach you how to use a cider press to brew up your own delicious drink. All supplies provided.

At the Gunnison Library

Join us at 9:15 am on Fridays at the Crested Butte Library for Baby & Toddler Storytime (ages birth to 3 years) with Maria.

This is an interactive session for the wee ones where we focus on the 5 practices of Every Child Ready to Read:  read, write, talk, sing, and play.

After story time, let the little ones play while you socialize, swap stories, share techniques or just chat with other caregivers at the Library.

We will meet outside the library as weather allows.

Enjoy this Halloween Cult Classic in the cozy upstairs on the big screen with tasty seasonal treats.

About the movie:

Released in 1993, rated PG.

After moving to Salem, Mass., teenager Max Dennison (Omri Katz) explores an abandoned house with his sister Dani (Thora Birch) and their new friend, Allison (Vinessa Shaw). After dismissing a story Allison tells as superstitious, Max accidentally frees a coven of evil witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy) who used to live in the house. Now, with the help of a magical cat, the kids must steal the witches’ book of spells to stop them from becoming immortal.

Join us for an evening with Jon Waterman as he discusses his latest book, National Geographic Atlas of the National Parks (2019).

About the Author:

Jon Waterman started shooting photographs on his expeditions three decades ago, but also found his calling and is principally known as a writer. He has starred in, filmed, and written films for television, including “The Logan Challenge” (PBS, 1991), “Surviving Denali” (ESPN, 1994), “Odyssey Among the Inuit” (OLN, 2000), ANWR Trek (PBS 2007), and “Chasing Water” (Pete McBride films, 2011).

To support his work, he has received three grants from the National Geographic Society Expeditions Council, two grants from the Walton Family Foundation, and grants from the Storer Foundation, SavetheColorado.org, the Kenney Brothers Foundation, New Belgium Brewing, Patagonia, and the Campion Foundation.

About the book:

With more than 200 maps — both historical and contemporary — informative graphics and inspiring images, Atlas of the National Parks, by Jon Waterman (National Geographic; ISBN: 978-1-4262-2057-9; US $65/CAN $86; 432 pages), showcases the entirety of America’s spectacular park system for the very first time. 

This seven-pound, best-selling tome tells the unique stories of America’s 61 beloved national parks and takes readers on an epic journey through the extraordinary and unique features that distinguish each. Organized by region, each insightful chapter provides aspiring travelers with an up-close look at what makes each park special via striking imagery and state-of-the-art graphics reflecting its magnificent landmarks, representative wildlife, climate, culture, geology, archaeology, recreational offerings and more. Each park entry includes at least one brand-new map, created by National Geographic in collaboration with the National Park Service.

This event is free and open to all.

Join us for an evening with Jon Waterman as he discusses his latest book, National Geographic Atlas of the National Parks (2019).

About the Author:

Jon Waterman started shooting photographs on his expeditions three decades ago, but also found his calling and is principally known as a writer. He has starred in, filmed, and written films for television, including “The Logan Challenge” (PBS, 1991), “Surviving Denali” (ESPN, 1994), “Odyssey Among the Inuit” (OLN, 2000), ANWR Trek (PBS 2007), and “Chasing Water” (Pete McBride films, 2011).

To support his work, he has received three grants from the National Geographic Society Expeditions Council, two grants from the Walton Family Foundation, and grants from the Storer Foundation, SavetheColorado.org, the Kenney Brothers Foundation, New Belgium Brewing, Patagonia, and the Campion Foundation.

About the book:

With more than 200 maps — both historical and contemporary — informative graphics and inspiring images, Atlas of the National Parks, by Jon Waterman (National Geographic; ISBN: 978-1-4262-2057-9; US $65/CAN $86; 432 pages), showcases the entirety of America’s spectacular park system for the very first time. 

This seven-pound, best-selling tome tells the unique stories of America’s 61 beloved national parks and takes readers on an epic journey through the extraordinary and unique features that distinguish each. Organized by region, each insightful chapter provides aspiring travelers with an up-close look at what makes each park special via striking imagery and state-of-the-art graphics reflecting its magnificent landmarks, representative wildlife, climate, culture, geology, archaeology, recreational offerings and more. Each park entry includes at least one brand-new map, created by National Geographic in collaboration with the National Park Service.

This event is free and open to all.

Join us for a 4-part class on Financial Literacy at the Gunnison County Library presented by Sharalee Person, CPA.

Classes are free. Dinner and childcare provided.

Questions? Email megan@gunnisoncountylibraries.org