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9 KNIT A BIT AT LUNCH
Join the weekly knitting group at the Art Studio and receive masterful guidance on the group’s current project, or bring your own and get the support you need with questions answered from an experienced artist. All levels welcome from never-evers to those needing a boost for their current endeavor. 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m. $10 drop-in. Art Studio of the Center for the Arts. 111 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487, ext. 6. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

9 HANDS IN CLAY FOR ADULTS
From never-evers to advanced, participants will work in a relaxed setting creating functional and artistic ceramic pieces. Platters, bowls, mugs and lidded forms are only some of the possibilities! Open studio time available. Thursdays through March 15, 1 —4 p.m. $190 Gunnison Arts Center. 102 Main Street, Gunnison. (970) 641-4029. www.gunnisonartscenter.org

9 SOUPER BOWL RECEPTION AND AUCTION
The Clay Studio and the Gunnison Arts Center hosts its annual fundraiser and soup supper. Buy a handmade bowl, crafted by local artists and ―celebrities‖ and enjoy warm and wonderful homemade soups and great company. 5:30 —8 p.m. Gunnison Arts Center. 102 Main Street, Gunnison. (970) 641-4029. www.gunnisonartscenter.org

9 TOM RUSH
With his 1968 album ―Circle Game,‖ Rolling Stone declared Tom Rush the original architect of the singer-songwriter era. This ―Founding Father‖ of the 60’s and 70’s folk scene has produced 23 albums since 1962 and played to sold out shows in renowned venues such as Carne-gie Hall, the Kennedy Center and Symphony Hall. His down to earth resonance as a world-class folk artist, combined with his humor and storytelling, create as profound an impact for audiences today as they did the. 8:00 p.m. $35. Center for the Arts. 606 6th Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org

11 SECOND SATURDAY POTTERY PAINTING
―Paint Your Own Pottery‖ is open the second Saturday of every month for the community to paint ready-made pottery pieces. Leave the piece with us to get it fired and come by in a few days to take home your one-of-a-kind treasure. Price range is $8—$10 for ornaments and neck-laces, $18—$24 for mugs, and $16—$55 for plates and platters. Instructor: Melissa Mason. 2—6 p.m. Art Studio of the Center for the Arts. 111 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487,ext 3. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

12 GREENSKY BLUEGRASS
From poignant rural ballads to a grit and attitude straight from a whiskey-soaked card game, Greensky Bluegrass pushes the boundaries of the jamgrass universe. As 2006 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition Champions they have rocked out festivals such as Bonnaroo and Jam Cruise. They are described as ―raging bluegrass,‖ exhibiting fast-paced techniques with originals and renditions from the Talking Heads to Jimi Hendrix with a bluegrass twist. 8:00 p.m. $15. Center for the Arts. 606 6th Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

13 AFRICAN DANCE CLASS
The Crested Butte Dance Collective and Center for the Arts bring in the rhythm with African Dance. These high-energy dance classes to live drumming explore a variety of traditional African movements and rhythms from Guinea to Zimbabwe. All levels and drop-ins welcome. $10. 6:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Center for the Arts. 606 6th Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org.
Special Gallery Showings

Through February 21 SCULPTURE BY DON REDMAN
Santa Fe sculptor Don Redman specializes in kinetic and intuitive pieces in steel, wood, canvas and paper focusing on the uninhibited expres-sion of his art. Free. Piper Gallery of the Center for the Arts, 606 6th Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

Through February 22 COVERED IN SNOW: NEW PAINTINGS BY NICHOLAS RETI
Encounter the whimsical spirit of winter through this energetic exhibition of oil paintings by local artist Nicholas Reti. His paintings illumi-nate fascinating forms created by snow on familiar objects and local landscapes. Free. Oh Be Joyful Gallery, 409 3rd Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-5936. www.ohbejoyfulgallery.com

Through February 22 PHOTOGRAPHY BY TRENT BONA
With a passion for travel and adventure sports, photographer Trent Bona explores landscapes over five different continents through his lens. An avid skier, mountain biker, fly fisherman, sledneck, alpinist and general outdooorsman he works to capture adventure sports in their true habitat—the vastness of the unconquered outdoors. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 1—5 p.m. Free. Art Studio of the Center for the Arts, 111 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org

Here’s what’s happening in the Crested Butte Arts the week of February 2 – 8, 2012

2 KNIT A BIT AT LUNCH
Join the weekly knitting group at the Art Studio and receive masterful guidance on the group’s current project, or bring your own and get the support you need with questions answered from an experienced artist. All levels welcome from never-evers to those needing a boost for their current endeavor. 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m. $10 drop-in. Art Studio of the Center for the Arts. 111 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487, ext. 6. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

2 BOOK TALK—The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
In 1951, Holden Caulfield is expelled from prep school and spends two days adrift in New York City, confused, disillusioned, and searching. Discussion Leader: Pat Venturo. 7 p.m. Free. Orsch Library at the Gunnison Arts Center. 102 Main Street, Gunnison. (970) 641-4029. www.gunnisonartscenter.org

3 GALLERY CRAWL AND ARTIST RECEPTION
Starting at the GAC and meandering through different locations every month, the Gallery Crawl lets you meet local artists and enjoy gratis appetizers while enjoying a variety of original works. 5—7 p.m. Free. Gunnison Arts Center. 102 Main Street, Gunnison. (970) 641-4029. www.gunnisonartscenter.org

6 ZODIAC TRIO
Western State College Guest Artist Recital with Kliment Krylovskiy, clarinet; Vanessa Mollard, violin; and Riko Higuma, piano. 7:30 p.m. Western State College, Quigley Recital Hall. Free. (970) 943-3012. www.western.edu/calendar.

7 ZODIAC TRIO
Western State College Guest Convocation with Kliment Krylovskiy, clarinet; Vanessa Mollard, violin; and Riko Higuma, piano. 12:30 p.m. Western State College, Quigley Recital Hall. Free. (970) 943-3012. www.western.edu/calendar.

7 FIGURE DRAWING
Meet every Tuesday from February 7 through March 27 for eight weeks of figure drawing classes. Live models in extended poses serve as the foundation for this figure drawing class. Beginner and advanced techniques are complimented with a short lecture. Instructor David Wilcove has a M.F.A. from the New York Academy of Art and lectures at Western State College in Art Foundation Drawing and Advanced Figure / Life Drawing Classes. 6—8 p.m. $175 + materials. Art Studio of the Center for the Arts. 111 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487,ext 3. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

8 WRITERS’ GROUP
Whether you’re a published author or haven’t written since college, the Gunnison Writers’ Group will help improve your craft and encourage creativity. Please call ahead of time if this will be your first meetin. 7 p.m. Free. Orsch Library at the Gunnison Arts Center. 102 Main Street, Gunnison. (970) 641-4029. www.gunnisonartscenter.org.

7 DOUBLE FEATURE FILM: Journey of the Red Fridge & Pedal to the Midnight Sun
Journey of a Red Fridge: Hari Rai is a student living in a small village in the Himalayan Mountains of Nepal who works as a porter to pay for his tuition. Walking with Hari through astounding Himalayn landscapes, we discover his inner life, thoughts, hopes and dreams as well as a glimpse into the realities of child labor. Recipient of 22 awards including ―Best Mountain Culture Film,‖ ―Best Documentary,‖ and ―Best of the Festival Jury’s Choice Award.

Pedal to the Midnight Sun: Pedaling for 1,300 miles through glacier-carved vistas and herds of caribou, through wildlife, wild people and an Alaskan-sized heap of oddities and hilarity, effervescent explorers J.J. Kelley and Josh Thomas (of Paddle to Seattle award-winning fame) take audiences on a ride of incomparable filmmaking and an uproarious enthusiasm for wild places.
$10. 8:00 p.m. Center for the Arts. 606 6th Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

6 AFRICAN DANCE CLASS
The Crested Butte Dance Collective and Center for the Arts bring in the rhythm with African Dance. These high-energy dance classes to live drumming explore a variety of traditional African movements and rhythms from Guinea to Zimbabwe. All levels and drop-ins welcome. $10. 6:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Center for the Arts. 606 6th Street, Crested Butte. (970) 349-7487. www.crestedbuttearts.org.

Special Gallery Showings

The 26th Annual Alley Loop Nordic Marathon takes place in Crested Butte on February 4, 2012. This is an event not to be missed! Take Downtown’s main street, Elk Avenue, and transform it into a corduroy track extending to side streets, alleys, footbridges and the hilly outskirts. Throw in hundreds of nordic skiers dressed in some of the wackiest and wildest costumes ever. And you have the Alley Loop!

The Alley Loop is part of the American Ski Marathon Series and an American Birkebeiner qualifying race. The Alley Loop’s one-of-a-kind course starts in downtown Crested Butte, meanders throughout the snow-lined alleys of downtown, over footbridges, alongside residences, and on to the nearby groomed Nordic trails just outside of downtown Crested Butte.

The race begins at 9:00 am with staggered starts. Awards will be presented at 4pm at the Montanya Distillery on 2nd and Elk.

For more information on the Alley Loop, visit the Crested Butte Nordic Center website.

We’ve added a Crested Butte Restaurant Guide to the website, featuring all the restaurants and bars of downtown Crested Butte. Be sure to check it out next time you’re trying to decide where to eat in downtown Crested Butte.

»View all Crested Butte Restaurants & Bars

Donitas Cantina – Crested Butte Mexican Restaurant

Donitas Cantina is located in the heart of downtown Crested Butte on Elk Avenue. The casual, colorfully decorated Mexican eatery is family owned and operated since 1980. Sip on a famous fresh lime margarita. Your dining experience will start out with Donita’s legendary salsa and chips which are always included with any meal. Donita’s menu features ample portions of enchiladas, burritos, chimichangas, tacos and other Mexican favorites. Entrees include filings such as slow-cooked shredded beef, “NEW” Carne Asada and Pulled Pork, grilled chicken, or gourmet veggies. Meals are smothered in Spicy Green Chile or Red Chile Molido Sauces.

Donitas Cantina
330 Elk Avenue
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(970) 349-6674

Rumors Coffee and Tea House is a cozy coffee shop and bookstore (Townie Books) in the heart of downtown Crested Butte. Serving locally supplied pastries, hand blended loose leaf teas, and breakfast burritos. The coffee is supplied by Allegro, an organic and fair trade coffee supplier, who roasts their coffee in Denver. So shipments are received the day after ordering allowing them to serve fresh, tasty coffee to you.

Rumors Coffee and Tea House
414 Elk Avenue
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(970) 349-7545

Yoga Rocks the Butte is coming to beautiful Crested Butte, Colorado!

This inaugural winter festival is the first ever yoga winter festival, as well as the first yoga festival that includes programming for kids and teens. Enjoy yoga, music, & meditation as well as world class skiing, snowboarding and other winter activities in “Colorado’s last great ski town.”

»Learn more about Yoga Rocks the Butte

American Airlines is having a great sale on Texas Airfare Sale…

Fly to the Gunnison-Crested Butte airport from just $265!

Here are some sample fares:

Dallas/ Fort Worth $275 ($296.60 after taxes and fees)
Austin $265 ($308.20 after taxes and fees)
San Antonio $291 ($335.20 after taxes and fees)

Visit American Airlines to find a great fare to Crested Butte!

Some restrictions do apply, such as:

Tickets must be purchased at least 7 days prior to departure
Tickets must be purchased on or before January 23, 2012
Fares are valid for travel through April 2, 2012
Blackout dates: To GUC February 16-18, 2012 and March 9- 13, 2012; from GUC: February 19- 21, 2012 and March 15-18, 2012
A 2-night minimum stay is required

The Nickel, Crested Butte’s oldest saloon and great steak house, has been hosting visitors and locals alike under the current ownership since 1981. Featuring a wide variety of U.S.D.A. Prime graded steaks, seafood, lamb, pork, lobster, crab, salads, sandwiches, as well as the famous prime rib.

Wooden Nickel
222 Elk Avenue
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(970) 349-6350