Did you know there are many events in Crested Butte and Gunnison? See live music, take an art class, volunteer, play trivia, watch (or participate in) a ski or bike race, and more! Check this calendar to see what’s going on.
Come watch amazing colorful and sometimes loud demonstrations with some fun activities afterward. Some loud some colorful! Many people are talking about the Western Chemistry club and their chemistry show. It never disappointments for all ages. Amazing tricks using chemistry, math, physics and even geology this year. That's right. Geology too. You may be asking […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, April 13 for Super Saturday Storytime. Let's gather to celebrate National Poetry Month with some rhyme time, and even create your own poem to share on our Poet-Tree. Free & open to the public.
Learn the importance of preserving food through dehydration, then give it a try! Participants will dehydrate fruit and veggies after a short presentation on food safety and the procedure for dehydrating fruit and veggies.
Please join us at the Gunnison Library from 10am-12pm on Friday, April 19 for an Earth Day celebration hosted by the Gunnison County Electric Association. This fun morning of Earth Day activities will include seed bombs, bird feeders, herb starters & recycled crafts! This event is free & open to the public.
Flower Blocks Saturday, April 20th, 12:00 to 3:00pm $60/Adult Immerse yourself in the world of whimsical blooms with our Flower Block Class. This creative endeavor invites participants of all skill levels to explore the art of hand-building with clay to craft a charming and personalized flower block. This class offers a delightful opportunity to infuse […]
Do you miss your favorite Firebrand Soups? Our Series this month highlights Hungarian Mushroom + Vegan Mushroom Learn from the legend herself, Heidi Magnus, how to make your favorite Firebrand Soups. The soup in this series is the iconic Hungarian Mushroom + Vegan Mushroom | April 20th | 3pm-5pm Location: GAC Cafe Gallery. Please enter […]
Ceramic Lanterns Monday, April 22nd, 5:30 to 8:30pm $60/Adult Step into the enchanting world of illumination with our Luminous Creations: Ceramic Hand-Building Lantern Class. This class beckons participants of all skill levels to explore the magical art of hand-building with clay, creating a personalized ceramic lantern that will cast a warm and inviting glow. Join […]
Are you new to sewing? Not sure where to start? Join CSU Extension for a night of sewing just for beginners. You will learn the basics, and go home with a new homemade pillow case! This class will not have childcare available. You will need to bring 2 yards of cotton fabric, washed and pressed. […]
GVWN welcomes back Carbon Limb Training! This presentation of USCCA's Basic Handgun course is curated and discounted for the Gunnison Valley Women's Network to encourage safety, confidence, knowledge, ownership and use of firearms amongst the valley's ladies. All ages and experience levels welcome and encouraged!
Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, March 27 for Super Saturday Storytime. Let's gather to celebrate National Poetry Month with some rhyme time, and even create your own poem to share on our Poet-Tree. Free & open to the public.
Join the Center for the Arts and the Nowak Society in presenting an evening panel discussion with psychedelic experts. We will explore ideas and current developments around psychedelic research and use for mental health. The event will be a space to learn about modern advancements in therapy, advocacy and cutting edge research in the field.
Join the Clark Family School of Environment & Sustainability in celebrating our graduating Master in Environmental Management students and Master of Science in Ecology students at the 2024 Community Forum. Be inspired as our MEM students share the outcomes of their 600-hour-project work and our MSE students share the findings of their extensive research! Join […]
This Spring themed clay class will bring flowers, birds and sunny landscapes to life! This afterschool handbuilding and wheel throwing class will teach techniques in sculpting, carving and glazing.
Enjoy a midday break with Lunchtime Restorative Yoga. This class is the perfect way to give your mind and body a little extra care during your workweek. Candy Carson is an Iyengar Yoga Instructor, she has taught yoga since 1993. All levels are welcome. Please bring your own mat + straps + blanket. Additional props […]
Is your kid obsessed with Minecraft? Let them take their creativity off the screen and make art based on their favorite game! Ages 6 - 17.
Semi-Finalist | New York Int. Women Festival and featured in environmental film festivals across the Rocky Mountain region. A GOOD NEIGHBOR is a feature-length documentary about Lucy Molina, a Latina single mother fighting against racism and climate change as she campaigns for city council in one of the nation's most polluted zip codes. The film […]
Come join us for a Mom + Me Clay Day for Mothers' Day! Bring your child(ren) to get creative with clay. Throw on the wheel AND make a hand-built keepsake.
Gunnison Valley is also host to several beloved annual events. A classic winter event is The Alley Loop, a Nordic ski race that doubles as a costume contest. In fall, Mt. Crested Butte hosts the famous Chili and Beer Festival. Every summer in Gunnison, a crowd gathers to watch America’s fourth-oldest rodeo, Cattlemen’s Days. There are also festivals in Crested Butte that celebrate local art, music, wildflowers, and more. Attending an annual event is a good way to connect with the culture of the Gunnison Valley. You might even create a new tradition for you and your family and friends!
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