Gnu's Room Events

Here's the line-up for what's going on at the Gnu's Room this week.  For any who aren't familiar with it, the Gnu's Room is our local used bookstore/coffeeshop.  They do a good job of keeping active with the Auburn Community and bringing in a lot of local talent, be it authors, lecturers, massage therapists, or singers.  Be sure to check them out.

Wednesday, February 24th, 5:30 p.m. - Coffee Cupping

Thanks to everyone who came by on Saturday, February 20th to help
celebrate the opening of Mama Mocha's Coffee Roastery at The Gnu's
Room. The day was a lot of fun and a great start for Sarah Barnett's
brand new business. Mama Mocha's will be hosting at least one coffee
cupping each week. Learn more about where your coffee comes from and
develop a more educated palette! The next cupping will take place on
Wednesday, February 24th at 5:30 p.m. Space is very limited so be sure
to sign up for a slot.


Thursday, February 25th, 7:00 p.m. - Short Film Screening

Kerry Weldon curates the latest installment of the Gnu's Room's short
film series. A short by local filmmaker Hollie Lavenstein will be the
featured work along with several animated shorts. The program will
last approximately one hour and there is no charge for this event.


Friday, February 26th, 5:30 p.m. - The Write Time at the Gnu's Room

If you enjoy writing fiction, non-fiction or poetry and would be
interested in meeting others over coffee or tea to talk about the
writing life, to share ideas and tips about getting started, learn how
to cope with writers block, how to edit your work or get published,
then The Write Time might be just the place for you! All are welcome
no matter at what stage of writing they may be, including those who
have always wanted to write but don't know how to begin.  Come have
some fun with others who share your passion. The Write Time is hosted
by Helen Silverstein, editor of The Southern Women’s Review.



Friday, February 26th, 6:30 p.m. - The Source of Happiness: The
Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness presented by Gen Mondrub

Gen Kelsang Mondrub is a Buddhist monk and resident teacher at Kadampa
Meditation Center in Georgia. His talk will focus on an ancient
Buddhist poem designed for busy, modern lives as found in the book,
"Eight Steps to Happiness" by Kadampa Meditation Master and renowned
author Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. The poem speaks to learning to become a
peaceful person and connecting more deeply with others. Copies of the
book will be available for purchase at the Gnu's Room on the day of
the talk.


Saturday, February 27th, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Chair Massage

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at the Gnu's Room with a cup of your
favorite coffee or tea and let Conar Rochford remove any remaining
stress with his healing hands. A fifteen-minute session is only
$10.00. Gift certificates are available.



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Auburn, AL 36830
334.821.5550
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Gnu's Room Events

 Here's what's happening at the Gnu's Room:

Wednesday, February 10th at 3:30 p.m.,
Thursday, February 18th at 5:30 p.m. and Friday, February 26th at
10:30 a.m. - The Write Time

If you enjoy writing fiction, non-fiction or poetry and would be
interested in meeting others over coffee or tea to talk about the
writing life, to share ideas and tips about getting started, learn how
to cope with writers block, how to edit your work or get published,
then The Write Time might be just the place for you! All are welcome
no matter at what stage of writing they may be, including those who
have always wanted to write but don't know how to begin. Come have
some fun with others who share your passion. The Write Time is hosted
by Helen Silverstein, editor of The Southern Women’s Review.



Thursday, February 4th, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Local Music

Acoustic band, Cranberry Horses, will be playing some of their
original music at the Gnu's Room. There is no cover, but donations for
the musicians are appreciated.

Friday, February 5th, 7:00 p.m. - Expressions Cafe

Poets, storytellers, musicians, spoken word artists, writers, and
actors are invited to perform their work on the first Friday evening
of each month for an appreciative and enthusiastic audience. Everyone
is welcome.

For any who don't know, the Gnu's Room is a local Auburn Bookstore located on Gay Street next to Amsterdam Cafe.  It specializes in rare and out of print books.

Gnu's Room Events

Here's the latest from the Gnu's Room. For any who don't know, the Gnu's Room is a local used book store located on Gay Street next to the Amsterdam Cafe.  I's only a block away from campus and has some really interesting selections.  Anyways, here are their upcoming events as found in their e-newsletter:

Wednesday, January 27th, 5:00 p.m. - Philosophy Roundtable Discussion

The Philosophy Club resumes its monthly meetings at the Gnu's Room
with a panel presentation and discussion of the topic, "The Problem of
Evil." The panel, consisting of three faculty members and three
students from the Auburn University Philosophy Department, will
present differing viewpoints on the topic, and after a short break
will open the discussion for audience participation. Everyone is
invited to attend.

Friday, January 29th, 7:00 p.m. - Music by Kristen Hines

Local acoustic musician, Kristen Hines will perform at the Gnu's Room.
Hines will perform some new songs as well as some of her other works.
There is no admission fee; however, donations will be greatly
appreciated by the artist.

Saturday, January 30th, 7:00 p.m. - Poetry Reading/Book Signing

Auburn-based publisher New Plains Press has recently released its
first two books of poetry, and the Gnu's Room is proud to be chosen
for readings and signings. Threading Stone by Scott Wilkerson is the
second of the two recent publications. Wilkerson, a poet and theorist,
teaches at Columbus State University. His poems, reviews and essays
have appeared in Amaryllis, E-ratio, x-Stream, Zafusy, Word for/Word,
ArtsPneumonia, Atlanta Press and Creative Loafing (Atlanta, GA &
Charlotte, NC).