RMBL Reads Monthly Book Club: Devotion by Mary Oliver

Dec 16, 2026
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Join other readers for a free monthly book club in Crested Butte, co-hosted by Townie Books. All are welcome, including those who may not have had a chance to read the book ahead of time.

Discover the beauty, wonder, and quiet wisdom of the natural world with RMBL Reads Monthly Book Club, featuring Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver.

One of America’s most beloved poets, Pulitzer Prize-winning Mary Oliver invites readers to slow down, look closer, and find extraordinary meaning in the simplest moments of everyday life.

From wandering through forests and observing wildlife to reflecting on love, loss, gratitude, and our place in the world, her poetry celebrates the profound connections between humanity and nature.

This beautiful collection brings together more than five decades of Oliver’s most treasured work, offering inspiration for both longtime poetry lovers and those discovering her writing for the first time.

Join fellow readers for a warm, engaging conversation about the power of poetry, the beauty of wild places, and the importance of paying attention to the world around us. With the breathtaking Gunnison Valley as our backyard, there’s no better setting to explore Mary Oliver’s timeless reminder that nature has something extraordinary to teach us all.


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