WPL Events

UCSM FINDING SOLUTIONS - TUESDAY, JAN 31

2012-01-27T09:00:00.000-08:00

The University Centers of the San Miguel resumes their series "Finding Solutions" on Tuesday, January 31st from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Colleges such as Mesa University, Colorado Northwestern Community College and Prescott College will be on hand to answer all of your questions about higher education until 6:00 p.m.. From 6:00 to 7:00 each college will make a presentation and at 7:00 p.m. Mary Morris Director of Community Education at CNCC will give a presentation on financial aid. It's never too early to start financial aid and begin learning about your options for college. Parents and students are encouraged to attend!

Wilkinson Cafe: Jerry Barlow "Celtic Fingerstyle Guitar"

2012-01-21T09:52:00.000-08:00

Acclaimed Celtic fingerstyle guitarist Jerry Barlow will be presenting a free concert at the Wilkinson Public Library on Thursday, January 26th at 6:00 p.m. A warm accessible performer and storyteller, Jerry's repertoire is a synthesis of his own Celtic inspired compositions and the traditional music of the British Isles. His music has the power to transport the listener across time and space on an imaginary journey to a rustic Irish fishing village, the misty Scottish Highlands, or an ancient English forest. In concert, Jerry brings traditional Celtic tunes alive by sharing the history, humor and legends behind the music.

Listen to an interview with Jerry on Tellurideinside.com where he explains what he will present on Thursday evening and discusses the origins of bluegrass music.

Cine De Montanas: Nostalgia for the Light

2012-01-20T09:48:00.000-08:00

On Monday, January 23 the MountainFilm Festival will bring another Spanish documentary to the Wilkinson Public Library. This month, we will be screening Nostalgia for the Light. This film takes places in Chile's Atacama Desert, where astronomers peer deep into the cosmos in search for answers concerning the origins of life. Nearby, a group of women sift through the sand searching for body parts of loved ones, dumped unceremoniously by Pinochet's regime.

2012-01-18T09:36:00.000-08:00

View a preview of tonight's film on Daisy Bates below. The film will start at 6:00 p.m.

ITVS Free Film: Daisy Bates - First Lady of Little Rock - Wednesday, Jan. 18 @ 6:00

2012-01-18T09:35:00.000-08:00

Come to the Wilkinson Public Library on Wednesday to honor the work of Martin Luther King, Rosa Parks and Daisy Bates. We will be showing a free film that focuses on Daisy Bates in Little Rock, Arkansas. This film tells the story of her life and public support of nine black students who registered to attend the all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, which culminated in a constitutional crisis — pitting a president against a governor and a community against itself. Unconventional, revolutionary, and egotistical, Daisy Bates reaped the rewards of instant fame, but paid dearly for it.

The Arab Spring - Tuesday, Jan. 17 @ 6:00

2012-01-13T08:00:00.000-08:00

Have all the Arab Springs sprung? It is sometimes easier and more glorious to get rid of a ruthless dictator than it is to build a new society. Especially when the society, now dictatorless, still retains the structures, language, and habits of the dictator’s era, and the sometimes still-festering scars of the country’s even earlier colonial history.

The countries of the Arab Spring now face daunting policy issues. How to take the best of Islam and of “modern ideas” and meld them into a productive, moral, and just society? How to find a balance between individual economic initiative and collective social goals? How to position themselves between a deteriorating West and a still lagging East? And, the meta-question of them all: what processes and institutions will the Arab Springs pursue to tackle these issues?

Why did the Arab Spring begin in North Africa, the Maghrib – and why Tunisia? Why are efforts to build a new society so different country to country? Why have two of the five Maghrib countries not (yet?) had their own Springs?

And – a last riddle question – why are Maîssa Bey and Gene Sharp so vital to our understanding of these questions?

These will be the key themes of the presentation and discussion at the Wilkinson Public Library, Telluride, on January 17, 2012, at 6:00 pm. Please join us for what promises to be a fascinating look into what lies behind what may be the most important headlines of 2011.

Lawrence de Bivort, PhD, is a specialist in Arab and Muslim affairs. He has recently returned from North Africa sans Libya, where he carried out dozens of interviews on emerging political, economic, and social conditions, and considered the deep revisions that are needed if US policies and actions in the area are to be successful.

Meet the Author: Margot Talbot on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6

2012-01-11T20:00:00.000-08:00

World-renowned ice climber Margo Talbot shares her compelling story of healing and self-discovery amid the frozen landscapes of the planet. Rescued from the depths of drug addiction and crime by the lure of climbing frozen waterfalls, Margo rises from the brink of suicidal depression in a jail cell to being envied by a client in Antarctica for having a “dream life”. This presentation is free and open to the public. Between the Covers will also be available for a book signing.

Rumi: Turning Ecstatic with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer - Wednesday Jan. 11 at 6

2012-01-10T22:00:00.000-08:00

On Wednesday, Jan. 11 join Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer for an evening of film, poetry and discussion focused on the mystic Sufi poet Rumi. Rosemerry will also be signing her newest book "The Miracle Already Happening: Everyday Life with Rumi." This is a great opportunity to learn about the life of this fascinating poet while receiving some insight from a beloved local poet.

Smart Financial Moves for Women - Thursday at Noon

2012-01-09T22:00:00.000-08:00

Nicole Pieterse, Dave Smiley and Stephen Pease will host a lunchtime presentation on basic estate planning for women as well as financial issues that affect women. RSVP is required for this free event, just email d.smiley@oxfordam.net or call 970-375-1291.

Jazz at the Wilkinson: Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 6PM

2012-01-05T09:25:00.000-08:00

The Jazz Celebration is partnering with the Wilkinson Public Library to feature films from the hottest Jazz musicians coming this summer. The first edition of the series will feature the work of Victor Wooten as he play bass camp in 1998. Come, learn and listen to this virtuoso and discuss his work with Todd Altschuler.

Talking Gourds at WPL

2012-01-01T12:08:00.000-08:00

Bring your curiosity, your words, your ears and your friends to the new monthly Talking Gourds Poetry Series: a 30-minute poetry open mic followed by a featured reader (January is Ellen Metrick) that occurs the first Tuesday of every month at 6:00 in the Wilkinson Public Library. Programs also include music performances, visual art and food. Hosted by County Commissioner Art Goodtimes and past San Miguel Poet Laureate Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, the evening is a way for people to join their voices in the big conversation that's been going on since before we humans could write. The program will be streamed live via Telluride TV and a discussion follows the reading at Between the Covers every Wednesday at 10 a.m. with the featured writer. In the next few months, courses in creative writing that tie into the readings will be offered through University Centers of the San Miguel. To view a short Public Service Announcement on Talking Gourds click here.

Books and Cooks with Blakely Stein and Raw Food

2012-01-01T09:00:00.000-08:00

Join local chef Blakely Stein for Books and Cooks hosted by Chef Bud. This month, Blakely will be demonstrating the popular raw food diet. She will begin by preparing an appetizer of lemony pistachio olive dip with fresh parsley, followed by a miso tahini kale sald and ending with pepperment cocoa truffles. Don't miss this informative and free demonstration at Wilkinson Public Library on Tuesday, November 3rd at Noon.

Telluride Film Festival Cinematheque

2011-12-30T09:00:00.000-08:00

On Tuesday, January 3rd, the Telluride Film Festival will host a reception at 5:30 and screening at 6:00 of La Dolce Vita. An Italian phrase that means "the sweet life," La Dolce Vita is also a 1960 comedy-drama film written and directed by one of Italian Cinema's most acclaimed directors...Federico Fellini. The film is a story of a passive journalist's week in Rome, and his search for both happiness and love. A film that marks the transition between Fellini's neo-realist films and his later art films, it is widely considered one of the great achievements in world cinema. To learn more about this Italian classic visit www.tellurideinside.com for an interview with host David Oyster.

Learn your ebook reader

2011-12-28T15:59:00.000-08:00

Whether you received a new digital reading device for Christmas or have one stowed away in your closet, on Thursday, December 29th, the Wilkinson Public Library is here to answer all of your questions. Specifically, we will be discussing how to check out (download) e-books from WPL using your Kindle, Nook, iPad or e-reader. Your hosts Andy Helck and Alison Farnham will be sure that you leave this session well-informed and ready to join the e-reader revolution.

ITVS Cinema Free Film: Taking Root

2011-12-16T09:00:00.000-08:00

ITVS Community Cinema at the Wilkinson Public Library
When: Wednesday, December 21
Time: 6:00 PM

On Wednesday December 21, the Wilkinson Public Library will host another free film in the ITVS Community Cinema Series. Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai documents dramatic political confrontations of 1980s and 1990s Kenya and captures Maathai’s infectious determination and unwavering courage through in-depth conversations with the film’s subjects.

Three decades ago, Wangari Maathai suggested to rural women in her native Kenya that they plant trees for firewood and to stop soil erosion — an act that grew into a nationwide movement to safeguard the environment, defend human rights, and fight government injustice. The tree-planting groups that formed gave the women a reason to come together and become involved in resolving their communities’ challenges.

Author Bob Rubadeau at Wilkinson Public Library

2011-12-14T12:00:00.000-08:00

Local author R.J. Rubadeau will be reading from his new book The Fat Man on Thursday at 6:00 p.m in the program room at Wilkinson Public Library. This second book in the award winning Telluride Murder Mystery series snares the Last Resort Detective Agency’s band of misfits in a new crime spree that rides a razorwire between fiction and reality. Come and listen to an excerpt from The Fat Man and learn more about how this series might end. Read an interview with Bob by Susan Viebrock at tellurideinside.com

Choices Cinema - Wednesday, December 14 @ 6PM

2011-12-14T09:00:00.000-08:00

The Wilkinson Public Library is proud to announce a new film series on the second Wednesday of every month that will showcase historical and in-depth documentaries. The purpose of this series is to create a dialogue about important issues that affect us and our communities. As Choices Cinema explains, "our films address many subjects and issues that are not addressed in the mainstream media."

The first film in this series will examine the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. As the leading agency of the United States Government that looks into the welfare of the food industry, the FDA has received an honored and sometimes controversial place in the history of government regulatory agencies. Come and learn about the history of the FDA and how it has dealt with food issues as the first consumer protection agency in the United States.

Poet Kent Nelson at Wilkinson Public Library

2011-12-13T10:10:00.001-08:00

Poet Kent Nelson - Tuesday, December 13 @ 6PM

Poet and author Kent Nelson has published 122 short stories, he has been featured in Best American Short Stories, Best American Mystery Stories, Pushcart, and O. Henry, as well as Best of the West, Virginia Quarterly, and Southern Review. His last novel, Land that Moves, Land that Stands Still, won the Colorado Book Award and the Mountain and Plains Booksellers Award for best novel. On Tuesday, Kent Nelson will bring his talents to the Wilkinson Public Library at 6:00 p.m. when he will read a couple of stories from his collection and then discuss the inspiration behind each of his stories. To learn more about Kent Nelson's latest publication listen to a recommendation from NPR's All Things Considered.

Back by Popular Demand!

2011-10-27T12:31:00.000-07:00

By your request, Lynn Mayer is returning for another program on the Female Hormone System. Join her to learn more about younger women's issues, nutrition to support yourself when on birth control and a much needed conversation about perimenopausal and menopausal health.

Wednesday, November 2

6:00PM

Program Room

Bioneers Conference - October 14-16

2011-09-06T15:34:00.000-07:00

The Wilkinson Public Library is proud to announce that we will be one of only two institutions in the entire state of Colorado broadcasting the Bioneers Conference for 2011. The Bioneers Conference is a leading-edge forum presenting breakthrough solutions for people and planet. Social and scientific innovators focus on solutions inspired by nature and human ingenuity. To learn more about the Bioneers Conference visit their website.

This year, we are also teaming with the University Centers of the San Miguel to offer an accredited course that will examine the process of putting Bioneers into Action. Taught by Robyn Wilson, this course is free to everyone, with accreditation costing $80. The objective of this course states: "Through two pre-conference classes, students will create a base of understanding for this year’s Bioneers Conference that will be broadcast live in Telluride, and then put your new knowledge into action with a post conference project designed by the class. Beaming Bioneers broadcasts practical environmental solutions and innovative social strategies to restore Earth’s imperiled ecosystems and heal our human community. " To learn more visit www.ucsanmiguel.org.

Joe the Tech Guy

2011-09-06T15:16:00.000-07:00

Tech Guy Consultations:
Every Tuesday in Mountain Village Market
Every Thursday in the Telluride Room at the Wilkinson Public Library
2:00 - 3:00 PM

Join the network administrator for the Wilkinson Public Library, Joe Huff, every Tuesday and Thursday for a free consultation on smart phones, computers, and anything technologically related.

2011-09-06T14:48:00.000-07:00

Green Business RoundTable:
The True Cost of Food

Friday, September 9th at 8:30 pm.

Join the folks at The New Community Coalition as they discuss the True Cost of Food! on Friday, September 9, at 8:30 pm. Free breakfast is provided by the Wilkinson Public Library and will be available in the program room.

2011-07-15T10:32:00.000-07:00

Is The Sky Falling?

Monday, July 18
6PM in the Program Room

Come watch a film that investigates the aerial spraying of chemicals which are harming our food supply and our bodies. Hosted by Sunny McCory, this program proves to be informative and engaging. Light refreshments will be provided.

2011-07-15T10:29:00.000-07:00

Meet the Author: Jeri McAndrews

Tuesday, July 19
6PM in the Program Room

Jeri McAndrews will give a presentation about her life as a dancer and read an excerpt from her new book, "Runaway Dancer, Getaway Tales," the story of her transformation from city dancer to wilderness dancer. Don't miss this opportunity to meet the author on Tuesday July 19th at 6:00 in the Wilkinson Public Library Program Room.

2011-07-15T10:26:00.000-07:00

Mount Kilimanjaro: How to Get to The Top

Thursday, July 21
6PM in the Program Room

Join "Fat Woman on the Mountain" author Kara Richardson Whitely for an inspiring talk about her journey up mountains and down the scale. Kara wrote a portion of her book in the Wilkinson Public Library while she was in town to do some altitude training before her first trek up Africa's highest peak. This presentation will include everything from practical packing tips to how to move beyond mental mountains in your life. Book signing to follow.

2011-07-15T10:20:00.000-07:00

UCSM Finding Solutions
"Sustainable Communities in El Salvador"

Tuesday, July 26
6PM in the Program Room

Join us for the Salvadoran national food, PUPUSAS!, and an evening of film and discussion with Robyn Wilson from the University Centers of the San Miguel. Two films will be shown during this event that explain how a tiny country in Central America is dealing with neo-liberal development through a more sustainable process. Food is free and everyone is welcome to attend.

2011-07-15T10:14:00.000-07:00

Yamuna Body Rolling
Wednesday, July 27
6PM in the Program Room

Join Janet Niichel as she teaches you to work every part of the body by rolling the appropriate ball over connecting muscles giving you the ability to "work on yourself" anytime, anywhere, forever.

2011-07-15T10:07:00.003-07:00

"Know Your Mushrooms"
Free film screening!
Thursday, July 28
6PM in the Program Room

Join Art Goodtimes, Director Ron Mann & Thrax for a screening and discussion of this Telluride Mushroom Festival film. "Know Your Mushrooms" follows uber myco visionaries Gary Lincoff and Larry Evans (two of the more expert and unforgettably mercurial characters in the community) as they lead us on a hunt for the wild mushroom and the deeper cultural experiences attached to the mysterious fungi.

July Books and Cooks Edition with Amy Helck

2011-07-08T12:30:00.001-07:00

Wilkinson Library's photostream on Flickr.

This month it was an Italian Salad known as Panzanella.

2011-06-01T12:23:00.000-07:00

The Psychology of Meditation with Jonathan Barfield
Wednesday June 1st
6PM in the Program Room

Join Jonathan Barfield as he discusses the Psychology of Meditation.

2011-06-01T12:19:00.000-07:00

Lawn Chair Classics at Mountain Village
Films start at Dusk

Programming at Wilkinson Public Library is making the climb to Mountain Village. This summer, the Conference Center and WPL will show some of the greatest classics of all time for FREE! Whether it is Indiana Jones or the Blues Brothers, all you need is to grab your lawn chair and some good friends to create a magical evening with the stars!

2011-06-01T12:16:00.000-07:00

WPL Art Walk 5-9pm

Wilkinson Public Library is proud to incorporate the work of local artists in our building for the Telluride Art Walk. This month, we are displaying the work of Brad Chappel, Scott Upshur, and Corinne Scheman. As the culminating event for the art walk, WPL also invites participants to after-hours on the veranda as local musicians entertain until 9 in the evening.

2011-03-31T18:00:00.000-07:00

Green Business Roundtable
Fri., April 1 at 8:30am

Transportation & Carbon Offsets

Speakers: Jenny Patterson: San Miguel County Transit Advisory Committee. Jason White: Town of Telluride’s Galloping Goose Manager. Kim Wheels: TNCC Energy Specialist

2011-03-28T18:00:00.000-07:00

Author Wayne Iverson
Thu., March 31 at 6:00pm

“Hobo Sapien” Freight Train Hopping Tao And Zen.

2011-03-25T15:13:00.000-07:00

MOUNTAINFILM at WPL
Mon., March 28 at 6:00pm

“Presumed Guilty” In Spanish with English subtitles. Reception with mexican food and beverages at 5:30pm. Film at 6:00pm

2011-03-08T16:00:00.000-08:00

Free Film "Pearl"
Thu., March 10 at 6:00pm

A Daredevil who dared to Dream Set in 1920’s rural Oklahoma, Pearl is the inspiring story of Chickasaw aviatrix, Pearl Carter Scott, the youngest licensed pilot in American History.

Watch the trailer here

2011-03-07T18:00:00.000-08:00

Telluride Music Lover’s Film Club
Wed., March 9 at 6:00pm

Free Film “Hail Hail Rock N Roll” The unforgettable life and music of pioneering legend Chuck Berry.

2011-03-04T08:30:00.000-08:00

TFF Cinematheque
Mon., March 7 at 6:00pm

Reception at 5:30 pm “Of Mice And Men” (1939, 106 min), followed by double Oscar winner “Grapes Of Wrath” (1940, 128 min)

2011-03-03T18:00:00.000-08:00

Green Business Roundtable
Fri., March 4 at 8:30am

Forest Health. Collaboration and restoration on the Uncompaghre Plateau

2011-03-02T18:00:00.000-08:00

The Skier's Knee
Thu., March 3 at 6:00pm

With Dr. Kim Hewson.

- Anatomy

- Biomechanics

- Injury: causes and prevention.

2011-03-01T15:13:00.000-08:00

Free Film "Crop Circles 2010 Update"
Wed., March 2 at 6:00pm

A Film By Patty Greer. An illuminating adventure through the Exquisite UK Crop Circles with award winning filmmaker Patty Greer. See balls of light create a crop circle.

2011-02-25T17:35:00.000-08:00

MountainFilm at WPL
Mon., Feb. 28 at 5:30pm

"Presumed Guilty" it is in spanish with English subtitles. Reception with mexican food and beverages at 5:30pm Film at 6:00pm

Watch the Trailer here.

2011-02-23T11:50:00.000-08:00

The Skier’s Knee
Fri., Feb. 25 at 5:30pm

Anatomy, Biomechanics and Injury: causes and prevention. With Kim Hewson, MD Orthopedic Surgeon / Staff Trainer, Telluride Ski and Snowboard School

Join US At "Mountain Village Town Hall Council Chambers" (Above Mountian Village Market)

2011-02-16T19:00:00.000-08:00

FREE FILM
“WILD HORSES AND RENEGADES”

Tuesday, February 22 at 6:00pm

Reception with Filmmaker James Kleinert at 5:30 pm

Watch the trailer here

2011-02-10T15:36:00.000-08:00

Telluride Jazz Festival At The WPL
Tue., Feb. 15 at 6:00pm

Free Film: “Musicians in Exile”

Features a performance by this year’s Jazz Honoree: Paquito D’Rivera.

2011-02-08T15:13:00.000-08:00

Free Film
“Cyntoia’s Story: Me Facing Life”

Wed., Feb. 16 at 6:00pm

The camera first glimpses her the week of her arrest at age 16 and follows her for nearly six years.

2011-02-07T18:30:00.000-08:00

Telluride Music Lover’s Film
Wed., Feb. 9 at 6:00pm

Free Film “Joy Division”

A chronological account of the influential late 1970s English rock band.

2011-02-05T10:39:00.000-08:00

TFF Cinematheque
Mon., Feb. 7 at 6:00pm
Free Pre-film reception at 5:30 pm

Bonnie and Clyde
with Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway
(1967, 112 min.)

Scarface
Directed by Howard Hawks, produced by Howard Hughes
(1932, 93 min.)

2011-02-04T10:34:00.000-08:00

Super Bowl Party & Community Pot Luck
Sun., Feb. 6 at 4:00pm

On the big screen!

All Ages Family Friendly

Library provides: Coffee, Tea, non-alcoholic punch and popcorn.

2011-02-03T18:00:00.000-08:00

GREEN BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE
Friday, February 4th 830am - 9:30am
Recycling!
Come learn about our local options, where your recycling goes and why some items can not be recycled locally.

2011-02-02T18:00:00.000-08:00

Holy in the Moment Class 3
Thu., Feb. 3 at 6:00pm

A five week poetry discussion series on finding what matters all around us.

With Rosemerry Whatola Trommer

2011-02-01T11:00:00.000-08:00

CUSTOM JEWELRY CASTING
Wed., Feb. 2 at 6:00pm
Graduate Jeweler Gemologist Susan Oliver Heard introduces to us to the technique of molding metals; the entire process of custom design.

2011-01-31T11:17:00.000-08:00

What In The World Is Going On In The Middle East?

Tue., Feb. 1 at 6:00pm

Join Lawry di Bivort as he discusses countries such as Egypt, Jordan, Tunisia, Algeria, Yemen, Iran and the Israeli Palestinian Conflict

2011-01-27T18:30:00.000-08:00

BOOKS & COOKS
CREME BRULEE

Tuesday, February 1st at Noon

Live cooking demo and FREE samples with Chef Bud

2011-01-26T18:38:00.000-08:00

Holy in the Moment Class 2
Thu., Jan. 27 at 6:00pm

A five week poetry discussion series on finding what matters all around us.

With Rosemerry Whatola Trommer

In this five-week poetry discussion series we’ll read five contemporary American poets:
Mary Oliver, Li-Young Lee, Jane Hirschfield, Naomi Shihab-Nye, Louise Glück.
and explore how they link the external “field” with what happens inside of us—creating connections between outer landscapes and inner emotional landscapes.

2011-01-24T18:28:00.000-08:00

Wilkinson Cafe
Wed., Jan. 26 at 6:00pm

Free Live Music with Heather and Douglas.

2011-01-24T11:11:00.000-08:00

The Skier’s Knee
Tue., Jan. 25 at 6:00pm

Anatomy
Biomechanics
Injury: causes and prevention

With Kim Hewson, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon / Staff Trainer, Telluride Ski and Snowboard School

2011-01-20T18:00:00.000-08:00

MOUNTAINFILM at the WPL
Mon., Jan. 24 at 6:00pm

Telluride MOUNTAINFILM Festival presents three short films.

“The Brothers Wild”
“The Mouse that Soars”
and “9 Winters Old”

2011-01-19T18:38:00.000-08:00

Holy in the Moment
Thu., Jan. 20 at 6:00pm

A five week poetry discussion series on finding what matters all around us.

With Rosemerry Whatola Trommer

In this five-week poetry discussion series we’ll read five contemporary American poets:
Mary Oliver, Li-Young Lee, Jane Hirschfield, Naomi Shihab-Nye, Louise Glück.
and explore how they link the external “field” with what happens inside of us—creating connections between outer landscapes and inner emotional landscapes.

2011-01-12T18:00:00.000-08:00

Free Film: For Once In My Life
Wed. Jan. 19 at 6:00pm

Film Showcases a Unique Band of Singers and Musicians, and their Journey to Show the World the Greatness—and Killer Soundtrack—Within Each of Them.

2011-01-11T18:00:00.000-08:00

Telluride Music Lover’s Film
Wed., Jan. 12 at 6:00pm

Join series hosts Jimmy Jazz and Brandt Garber for “Les Paul; Chasing Sound” The Authorized biography of Les Paul.

2011-01-10T18:18:00.000-08:00

Film Screening
Tue., Jan 11 at 6:00pm

Join Telluride Film maker “Patty Greer” for a screening of her award winning film “2012 We’re Already In It.” This film offers a rich medley of interpretations of the Mayan Prophecies.

2011-01-06T13:50:00.000-08:00

"The Return of Navajo Boy" Documentary Trailer
Mon., Jan. 10 at 6:00pm

with Host filmmaker Jeff Spitz. Listen to Jeff's interview at "Telluride inside and out"

An official selection of the Sundance Film Festival and PBS, is an internationally acclaimed documentary that reunited a Navajo family and triggered a federal investigation into uranium contamination.

2011-01-06T13:46:00.001-08:00

Free Film: the Return of Navajo Boy
Mon., Jan. 10 at 6:00pm

with Host filmmaker Jeff Spitz.

An official selection of the Sundance Film Festival and PBS, is an internationally acclaimed documentary that reunited a Navajo family and triggered a federal investigation into uranium contamination.

2011-01-06T13:42:00.000-08:00

Telluride Jazz at the WPL
Thu., Jan. 6 at 6:00pm

Join us on the 6th for light refreshments, a celebration of our new series and a Jazz Film “Icons Among Us ~ Jazz in the Present Tense” (2010)

2011-01-01T10:00:00.000-08:00

Books and Cooks with Blakely Stein and Raw Food

2011-01-01T09:00:00.000-08:00

2010-12-28T14:00:00.000-08:00

Wilkinson Cafe
Wed., Jan. 5 at 6:00pm

FREE LIVE MUSIC

Features the acoustic duo “The Adventures of Rodeo and Juliet”

From Nashville, TN and Ridgway CO.

2010-12-28T13:08:00.000-08:00

Books and Cooks
Tue., Jan. 4 at Noon

With Host Chef Bud. Join us for the First Gourmet Cooking Program of 2011.

Live cooking demo and free Samples.

2010-12-27T09:08:00.000-08:00

TFF Cinematheque At The Wpl Is Back!
January 3rd at 6:00 pm

With the First in our New four-part Series “Films of the Great Depression”

Free Pre-film reception at 5:30 pm "Soup Kitchen Line"

"Modern Times" With Charlie Chaplin
And "Gold Diggers Of 1933" With Ginger Rogers

2010-12-15T18:23:00.000-08:00

MEET THE AUTHOR
JEREMY EVANS
December 17th at at 6:00pm
“In Search of Powder”
Evans looks at several prominent ski towns in the West (including Crested Butte, Jackson Hole, Telluride, Lake Tahoe, Park City, and Mammoth) and the ski bums who either flourished or fled. He chronicles the American West transformed by rising real estate costs, an immigrant workforce, misguided values, and corporate-owned resorts. The story he tells is that of quintessentially American characters—rejecting materialism, taking risks, following their own path—and of the glories and pitfalls their lifestyle presents.

2010-12-15T14:12:00.000-08:00

FREE FILM “THE CALLING”
December 15th at 6:00pm
Follows seven Muslims, Catholics, Evangelical Christians, and Jews on a dramatic journey — training to become professional clergy.

2010-12-13T06:58:00.000-08:00

Sustainability Action Cafe
Tue., Dec. 14 at 8:30am

Formulate plans for putting “Sustainability” into Action in our own community. Hosted by Kris Holstrom of The New Community Coalition.

2010-12-12T15:40:00.000-08:00

A Christmas Dinner
Sun., Dec. 12 at 6:00pm

Friends of the Library fundraiser. $65 per person. Includes dinner, wine & entertainment.

Catered by Chef Bud with wine provided by The Wine Mine.

Also Appearing: Jeb Barrier, will be creating a dramatic reading of the Dickens Story. Telluride Choral Society Holiday Singers. Susan Smilanic, Art Director and the designer of the 21st century version of Dickens's book "A Christmas Dinner."

Tickets available at the front desk.

2010-12-07T21:26:00.000-08:00

FREE WELLNESS CLINIC
10:00am - 5:00pm

Acupuncture, Herbology, Chiropractic, Nutrition, & Detoxification

2010-12-03T09:26:00.000-08:00

Meet The Author: Bob Rubadeau
Tue., Dec. 7 at 6:00pm

“Gatsby’s Last Resort” A Telluride Murder Mystery. This book was the focus project for Community Publishing 101.

2010-12-02T18:00:00.000-08:00

GREEN BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE
Friday, December 3rd at 8:30am
“Green Initiatives In Lodging”
Speakers: Fairmont Heritage / Franz Klammer Lodge Green Team and Levi Silva from Victorian Inn

FREE BREAKFAST
Info & RSVP: By 3:00 pm Dec. 2, 2010 (so we have enough food!) Colleen @ TNCC 728-1340 or admin.tncc@gmail.com

2010-11-29T12:27:00.000-08:00

TELLURIDE MUSIC LOVER’S FILM CLUB Thursday, December 2nd at 6:00pm

“It might Get Loud”

A documentary on the electric guitar from the point of view of three significant rock musicians: the Edge, Jimmy Page and Jack White.

Host: Jimmy Jazz

2010-11-23T12:14:00.000-08:00

MEET THE AUTHORS
Sat., Nov. 27th at 6pm

CORINNE PLATT
2010 CO Book Award Winner
“Voices of the American West”

PETER DECKER
“Saving the West” and “The Utes Must Go”

SARAHLEE LAWRENCE
“River House”

2010-11-15T10:00:00.000-08:00

“Deep Down” Trailer
Wednesday, November 17th at 6:00pm

2010-11-15T09:00:00.000-08:00

Free Film “Deep Down”
Wednesday, November 17th at 6:00pm
In the Appalachian mountains of eastern Kentucky, where coal is king, Beverly May and Terry Ratliff find themselves at the center of a contentious community battle over a proposed mountaintop removal coal mine.

2010-11-12T00:00:00.000-08:00

Sustainability Action Cafe
Tue., Nov. 16 8:30am - 10:00am
WPL and TNCC will host the second morning coffee and discussion focused on turning “Words” into “Action.” Citizens, Community Leaders and activists are invited to participate as we formulate plans for putting “Sustainability” into Action in our own community.

2010-11-11T11:09:00.000-08:00

TFF Cinematheque at WPL
Monday, November 15th at 6:00pm
Pre-Film Reception at 5:30pm
Film Club Series: Martin Scorsese “What's A Nice Girl Like You Doing In A Place Like This?” & “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore”

2010-11-11T11:04:00.000-08:00

Recycling In Telluride
Monday, November 15th 10:00am - 6:00pm
Stop by the library and visit with Karen Guglielmone, she will show you what you can and what you cannot recycle in Telluride!

2010-11-10T09:36:00.000-08:00

Engineering Live Sound 101 Thursday, November 11th at 6:00pm
The workshop will explore how to setup and get the most out of your PA system. He will explain what EQ is and how to dial it in and what equipment you will need for the kind of sound reinforcement you are doing.
John Jacob is a Grammy nominated producer, engineer, arranger and mastering engineer with a strong music and performance background. For further information contact Scott Doser at 728-4519 ext. 20

2010-11-09T00:00:00.000-08:00

Books and Cooks
Tuesday, November 9th at Noon
Live cooking demonstration and free samples with Chef Ross Martin (formerly of All Reds & The Chop House”. He will be making Liver Pate.

2010-11-08T08:54:00.000-08:00

Author Jonathan Waterman “Travels From Source To Sea” Monday, November 8th at 6:00pm
Jonathan Waterman, a National Geographic Society grantee and award-winning author began a journey by foot and boat down the iconic mother of all western American rivers, the Colorado.
Waterman chronicles his experience in his new narrative book, Running Dry: A Journey From Source to Sea Down the Colorado River (National Geographic Books, May 2010), and a photo book, The Colorado River; Flowing through Conflict (Westcliffe Press, November 2010). The author will sign these books after his talk and photo presentation

2010-11-02T14:24:00.000-07:00

Community Publishing 101
Wed., Nov. 3 at 6:00pm

Local author R. J. Rubadeau continues the process of small press/self publishing, dealing with editing, proofreading, a marketing plan, and design.

2010-10-19T15:29:00.000-07:00

TELLURIDE MUSIC LOVER’S FILM CLUB
Thursday, October 21st at 6:00pm
Presents “Respect Yourself” The story of Stack Records.

2010-10-19T15:28:00.000-07:00

RECYCLING IN TELLURIDE
Thursday, October 21st at 5:00pm
Find out what is recyclable in Telluride, with Karen Guglielmone.

2010-10-18T12:17:00.000-07:00

ITVS FILM “REEL INJUN”
Wednesday, October 20th at 6:00pm
Hollywood has made over 4000 films about Native people; over 100 years of movies defining how Indians are seen by the world.
Reel Injun takes an entertaining and insightful look at the Hollywood Indian, exploring the portrayal of North American Natives through
the history of cinema.

2010-10-16T15:20:00.000-07:00

WILKINSON CAFÉ
Monday, October 18th at 6:00pm
Celtic Fingerstyle Guitarist, Jerry Barlow performs live.

2010-10-12T15:14:00.000-07:00

2010 BIONEERS SCREENING
October 15th,16th, and 17th
A leading edge forum that explores positive change for people and planet! At this year’s conference, social and scientific innovators
focus on solutions inspired by nature and human ingenuity.

2010-10-10T14:28:00.000-07:00

IMMIGRATION OF THE U.S. SOUTHWEST
Tuesday, October 12th 5:00 - 8:00pm
Lead by: Dr. Carol Conzelman
This is the 1st of six free classes at WPL. If seeking collage credit then it is $60 for the credit hour. Contact UCSM to register.
There will be readings that cover several sub-topics, followed with an open collaborative and non-judgmental discussion. There will also be
a series of guest speakers and films.

2010-10-09T12:41:00.000-07:00

529 COLLAGE SAVINGS PLAN
Tuesday, October 12th 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lead by: Andrew Malloy, Financial advisor with Edward Jones. We will focus on looking at the 529 College Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged savings plan designed to encourage families to set aside funds for future college costs.

2010-10-08T12:38:00.000-07:00

TELLURIDE FILM FESTIVAL
CINEMATHEQUE AT WPL
Film Club Series: Martin Scorsese
“Mean Streets” & “Musketeers of Pig Alley”
Monday, Oct. 11th at 6:00pm
Pre-Film Reception at 5:30pm

2010-10-05T12:34:00.000-07:00

COMMUNITY ACTION DAY
Sunday, October 10th All Day
9:00-12:30 - TREE PLANTING IN THE COMMUNITY. Dress for the weather and bring tools, shovels. Meet @ Telluride High School.

9:00-9:45 - TOUR COMMUNITY GARDEN AND MINI GREENHOUSE

10:00-12:00 - PERMABLITZ: Planting @ Telluride Academy. Meet @ the SilverBelle bldg. corner of Pacific and Spruce. Bring gardening tools & gloves.

10:00 AM-12:00 - SOLAR TOUR & OPEN HOUSE. Gary Freedman PV & Solar Hot Water system: 811 Butcher Creek Drive. (728-4045 for more Info)

12:30-2:00 PM POTLUCK AT WPL
Bring your favorite dish to share.
Please bring your own plates, utensils, cups, and bowls.
TNCC will have “To Go Ware” products and bamboo utensils available for purchase.

12:00-3:00 PM TIRE INFLATION
STATION AT WILKINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Check your tires for proper tire pressure - correct tire pressure can save the average family $500/year in fuel consumption.
Learn more about how to save $$ using your vehicle. Please do not drive to WPL just to do this. With the info. provided - you can check tires yourself.

12:00 -3:00 INFORMATIONAL BOOTHS
AT WILKINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
- Energy Saving tips
- Eco-audit program sign up
- Get off junk mail
- Wilkinson Public Library PV System: booth, photos, and viewpoints.
- Telluride Wastewater Treatment Plant PV (under construction).
- Recycling & composting info.

1:00-3:00 KIDS ACTIVITIES

3:00-4:30PM – MOVIES THAT MATTER - SHORT FILMS ABOUT FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT AT WPL
- Intro Film (5 min)
- The True Cost of Food (5 min)
- Fridays at the Farm (21 min)
- History Making Farming Author
(13 min or 7 min)
- Seeds in the City (24 min)

2010-10-05T12:32:00.000-07:00

GREEN BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE
Friday, October 8th at 8:30am
“Local Food & Farming: Challenges and Opportunities”
With Breigh Petersen of Buckhorn Gardens. Please RSVP: By 3:00pm Oct. 9 @ 728-1340 or admin.tncc@gmail.com (We don’t want to run out of food!)

2010-09-21T16:54:00.000-07:00

YOGA AND ZUMBA CONTINUE
YOGA with Veneta Nikolova
Monday’s & Wednesdays 9:00 am - 10:00 am

ZUMBA DANCE FITNESS
with Megan Heller
Sundays at 5:30 pm
Mondays at 10:30 am

2010-09-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

TFF CINEMATHEQUE AT
THE WPL IS BACK!
September 20th at 6:00 pm

With the First in our New 4-part Series “Scorsese Films”

Pre-film reception at 5:30 pm & Intermission Spaghetti Dinner by Chef Bud