Gunnison County Library

The Gunnison Library and the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley are joining together to bring an entertaining and thought provoking series of 4 workshops to build a better understanding of what communication is and what good communication looks like. The goal is to create a discourse of civility, compassion, listening and curiosity.  This non-partisan workshop series is designed to challenge people’s thinking that “my way or the highway” has to be the new form of civil discourse. Beginning with “Tuning in and tuning out- do we want to listen?”, on Wednesday October 4 Terry Schliesman, Ph.D, will present key listening concepts and generational factors that hinder communication.

Enjoy a free cup of coffee with City of Gunnison new City Council members Mallory Logan, Jim Gelwicks and Jim Miles on Tuesday October 10 from 8:30am-10am.  While sipping your coffee,  Town Manager Russ Forrest will tell present the City strategic plan,  the community is invited to offer suggestions and ideas.

Community members are encouraged to drop by the library to learn more!

Held the first Thursday of the month, Coffee with the Community is a monthly program which gives the public and local leaders an opportunity to discuss community issues, learn more about local government, and build relationships.

Personal and professional relationships can be challenging in the best of times, but in the current climate those challenges are being taken to a whole new level. Navigating difficult conversations is a program designed by Conflict Resolution Coach Cheryl Coffey, and will offer tools to salvage and even strengthen relationships.

The Gunnison Library and the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley are joining together to bring an entertaining and thought provoking series of 4 workshops to build a better understanding of what communication is and what good communication looks like. The goal is to create a discourse of civility, compassion, listening and curiosity.  This non-partisan workshop series is designed to challenge people’s thinking that “my way or the highway” has to be the new form of civil discourse.  

Find out how to use and borrow the Gunnison Library’s new Orion StarBlast 4.5 telescopes during the Telescope 101 Orientation. In partnership with the Gunnison Valley Observatory, learn a basic working knowledge of the telescopes on Monday October 16 at 7pm. Gunnison County Libraries has developed a telescope loan program through a partnership with Gunnison Valley to foster curiosity and create lifelong learning opportunities for those interested in astronomy, and inspire the next generation of scientists. Learn more at gunnisoncountylibraries.org.

A panel on civil discourse and effective communication through mixed medias in the digital age. Join Journalists Chris Dickey, Toni Todd and social media and marketing specialist Rob Strickland, as well as Facilitator Mark Ewing for an engaging evening on Wednesday October 18 at 7pm.

The Gunnison Library and the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley are joining together to bring an entertaining and thought provoking series of 4 workshops each Wednesday to build a better understanding of what communication is and what good communication looks like. The goal is to create a discourse of civility, compassion, listening and curiosity.  This non-partisan workshop series is designed to challenge people’s thinking that “my way or the highway” has to be the new form of civil discourse.For more information contact the Library at 970-641-3485.

Read the book. Hunt the ghosts. 

Join us for a special Halloween program on Tuesday October 24 at 7pm for a fun evening with local authors Kym O’Connell Todd and Mark Todd.

Interested in ghostly presences? Wild West Ghosts visits fourteen southwestern Colorado hotels and B&Bs, each one off the beaten track and harboring paranormal adventures for the inquisitive traveler. Relying on phone apps and additional minimal equipment, you might even meet noted individuals of the past. Find lodging amenities, local history and supernatural accounts, the authors’ own paranormal experience at each locale, and fun things to do in the areas.

The workshop series will conclude on Wednesday October 25 with “Artful communication” a panel on interpersonal communication through expressive arts of drama, music and poetry. Paul Edwards and members of the Western State Colorado University Asian Pacific Islander club will be guests for this inspiring evening of entertainment.  

Mark Ewing will facilitate all four workshops at the Gunnison Library located on 307 North Wisconsin, all are welcome and encouraged to join in on this opportunity to connect with your community. For more information call 970-641-3485.

The Gunnison Library and the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley are joining together to bring an entertaining and thought provoking series of 4 workshops to build a better understanding of what communication is and what good communication looks like. The goal is to create a discourse of civility, compassion, listening and curiosity.  This non-partisan workshop series is designed to challenge people’s thinking that “my way or the highway” has to be the new form of civil discourse.