Cupid's Arrow at the Library:A Library Speed Dating Evening
Bring your favorite book to break the ice and maybe Cupid's arrow will hit the mark!
Event is free.
Monday, February 06, 2012
Cupid's Arrow at the Library
Bring your favorite book to break the ice and maybe Cupid's arrow will hit the mark!
Event is free.
In the Gallery: Indiana and Beyond
Indiana and Beyond
Two Indiana Artists display their paintings in the Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library.
Audrey Elaine is a Hoosier Artist, born and raised in Indiana. Retired after 23 years in the United States Postal Service, she now devotes her time to painting landscapes of Indiana in oil, watercolor and acrylic. Her professional memberships include: The Hoosier Salon, Indiana Heritage Artists, Indiana Plein Air Painters Association, Indiana Arts/Crafts and the Incorporated Sugar Creek Art Center. Audrey has exhibited work in shows across the United States and all over Indiana, including Eli Lilly & Company, Indianapolis Artsgarden, Talbot Street Art Fair, Covered Bridge Festival, Orchard in Bloom, Prairie Town Market and Park Full of Art.
Alyce J. Miller, also a Hoosier Artists, has over 50 paintings on display in the Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, many with Agricultural and floral themes. Alyce comes from an artistic family and has been painting for about nine years now. She exhibits in several counties and is a member of the Sugar Creek Art Center in Thorntown and the Tri County Art Group.
In the Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, Audrey and Alyce currently have many lovely paintings on display; many of them are available for purchase.
Indiana and Beyond will run through Feb 16, 2012, and you can view the paintings during normal library hours, Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday 1 to 5 pm.
For more information about this art show contact Curator Kat Burkhart 765-362-4618 or carnegie@cdpl.lib.in.us.
Two Indiana Artists display their paintings in the Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library.
Audrey Elaine is a Hoosier Artist, born and raised in Indiana. Retired after 23 years in the United States Postal Service, she now devotes her time to painting landscapes of Indiana in oil, watercolor and acrylic. Her professional memberships include: The Hoosier Salon, Indiana Heritage Artists, Indiana Plein Air Painters Association, Indiana Arts/Crafts and the Incorporated Sugar Creek Art Center. Audrey has exhibited work in shows across the United States and all over Indiana, including Eli Lilly & Company, Indianapolis Artsgarden, Talbot Street Art Fair, Covered Bridge Festival, Orchard in Bloom, Prairie Town Market and Park Full of Art.
Alyce J. Miller, also a Hoosier Artists, has over 50 paintings on display in the Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, many with Agricultural and floral themes. Alyce comes from an artistic family and has been painting for about nine years now. She exhibits in several counties and is a member of the Sugar Creek Art Center in Thorntown and the Tri County Art Group.
In the Mary Bishop Memorial Gallery at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, Audrey and Alyce currently have many lovely paintings on display; many of them are available for purchase.
Indiana and Beyond will run through Feb 16, 2012, and you can view the paintings during normal library hours, Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday 1 to 5 pm.
For more information about this art show contact Curator Kat Burkhart 765-362-4618 or carnegie@cdpl.lib.in.us.
Saturday, February 04, 2012
Visiting Author: Cancer Survivor Sandra Lofland-Brown
Visiting Author: Cancer Survivor Sandra Lofland-Brown will be at CDPL on February 12 at 1:30 to sign copies of her book:
"Cancer is tough, BE TOUGHER"
...or just to answer your questions.
All are invited!
"Cancer is tough, BE TOUGHER"
...or just to answer your questions.
All are invited!
Deweys Do "The Ladies Auxiliary"
To join the group, all you have to do is sign up at the Circulation desk and grab a book there!
Book Discussion: Back of Mount Peace
Please join Wabash’s Agata Szczeszak-Brewer and her husband, Ivy Tech’s Josh Brewer February 11th 2012, as they lead a community discussion of the book, Back of Mount Peace.
If you would like to participate in the discussion, please sign-up at Circulation.
(The first 15 to sign-up will get a free book. All others please look online or at bookstores.)
The author, Kwame Dawes, will be at Wabash February 16th for a reading! All are welcome.
Hosted by Wabash and CDPL
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Scrapbooking with Deb Slater
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity of SCRAPBOOKING!
Saturday February 11 from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise. Class is free!
Saturday February 11 from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise. Class is free!
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
St. Bernard's Church...on Washington Street?
The library has recently obtained a postcard of one of Crawfordsville's historic structures: St. Bernard's Catholic Church. This church, which sat on the corner of Washington and Pike Streets (where Chase Bank is now) was dedicated with much fanfare in 1876. The date written on the postcard -- 1874 -- is not the date of the picture, however, but rather the beginning of the construction. If you take a closer look at the postcard, you can see tracks running down the middle of Washington Street, and wires overhead. These tracks and wires were for the interurban trains that began servicing Crawfordsville in the early years of the 20th century. This view is one of the rare clear images that remain of the now demolished church.
You can use the WhatWasThere web site to see the old view superimposed on a current view of Crawfordsville.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Genealogy Club
The Genealogy Club will meet on February 14, 2012 at 7:00 PM. Dellie Craig, Crawfordsville District Public Library staff, will present
Love and Marriage--Montgomery County Style
The program will be at the Crawfordsville District Public Library in the lower level in the Donnelley Room. Public invited. Call: (765) 362-2242, ext 118 for more information
Yu-Gi-Oh
Yu-Gi-Oh
Yu-Gi-Oh card game at CDPL at 5:15 p.m. on following dates:
Yu-Gi-Oh card game at CDPL at 5:15 p.m. on following dates:
- 1/26
- 2/2
- 2/9
- 2/16
- 2/23
- 3/1
- 3/8
- 3/22
- 3/29
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Photography books
New to the world of digital photography? CDPL has several books to guide one on this adventure!
Craig Alesse in his book Don't Take My Picture: How to Take Fantastic Digital Photos of Family and Friends (And Have Fun Too) advises photographers to take lots of pictures and from various angles. He lists pointers on devising picture compositions, taking group shots, capturing kids at their best, and many other topics.
This book and many other photography books can be found in CDPL's non-fiction collection. Borrow some now to start capturing digital lasting memories.
Craig Alesse in his book Don't Take My Picture: How to Take Fantastic Digital Photos of Family and Friends (And Have Fun Too) advises photographers to take lots of pictures and from various angles. He lists pointers on devising picture compositions, taking group shots, capturing kids at their best, and many other topics.This book and many other photography books can be found in CDPL's non-fiction collection. Borrow some now to start capturing digital lasting memories.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Agriculture in Montgomery County!
To create this exhibit we need your help. If you have photographs of the Montgomery County Fair or photographs of local people at the Indiana State Fair, the museum would be interested in borrowing them for the exhibit. Also, old farm tools, maps, Almanacs, FFA Jackets and more are needed to complete the visual picture of Montgomery County Agriculture. Any items from the 1979 Farm Progress Show here in the county would be most welcome. Items can be donated to the museum or loaned to the museum for the duration of the exhibit.
The Carnegie Museum is located at:
222 S. Washington Street (US 231)
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-362-4618 (Front desk)
765-362-4622 (Curator)
Note: The image of the farm is the "Benefiel Homestead," owned & improved by John L. Davis, Union Township, Montgomery County, from the Illustrated Atlas of Montgomery County (1878)
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Scrapbooking
Scrapbooking
Saturday, Jan 21, 2012
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity of SCRAPBOOKING from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise! FREE
Saturday, Jan 21, 2012
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity of SCRAPBOOKING from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise! FREE
Beekeeping class
Saturday, Jan 21, 2012
Bob (the Beeman) Congleton will be here to begin another session of his Beekeeping Classes. These are FREE, Fun, Informative and open to everyone.
Please...Sign up at the circulation desk.
9am to 12pm in the Donnelley Room
Bob (the Beeman) Congleton will be here to begin another session of his Beekeeping Classes. These are FREE, Fun, Informative and open to everyone.
Please...Sign up at the circulation desk.
9am to 12pm in the Donnelley Room
Sunday, January 08, 2012
In the Gallery -- January
The display features work from students in kindergarten through high school. There will be a special reception from 5-6:30 p.m. Jan. 12 at the library before the Crawfordsville School Corporation's monthly board meeting, which will be in the basement.
The Gallery wil display the artwork through the end of January.
Stampin-up!
Stampin-up! card creating class on February 9
Join Brenda Helvie as she lets you use her tools and expertise to create 5 cards and a small project.
Cost is $10.00. Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Sponsored by CDPL
Join Brenda Helvie as she lets you use her tools and expertise to create 5 cards and a small project.
Cost is $10.00. Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Sponsored by CDPL
Friday, December 30, 2011
Deweys Do Book Club
The discussion will be held on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.
Library Pavilion Progress
Construction has begun on the library's new pavilion. The pavilion will be a place for adult and children's programs as well as for patrons who want to read outdoors.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Genealogy Club Meeting
The Genealogy Club of Montgomery County at 7:00 pm, January 10, 2012 will be having a program entitled "General Lew Wallace's Family" by Larry Paarlberg, Director of the General Lew Wallace Study and Museum. The program will be held at the Crawfordsville District Public Library on the lower level in the Donnelley Room. Public Invited!
Call (765)-362-2242 Ext 118 for more information.
Call (765)-362-2242 Ext 118 for more information.
Green Living class
"Any budget can save big and it's EASY!"
-Linda Vernon-Goldman
Date: Monday, January 9th (for 7 weeks)
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Classroom
Cost: $15 for book, plus shipping. Class is FREE.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Knitting for Beginners
Learn a skill and have some fun while learning from an expert!
Carnegie Museum tours
Tours are available by appointment during this time. Please call 765-362-4618 to schedule a tour!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Holiday Closed Times
Closed Days:
December 24
December 25
December 26
December 31
January 1
January 2
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
New library catalog
Have you seen our new catalog? You may not have noticed much difference yet--until you use it--because at first glance it looks the same. But you will notice some of its improved features! For example, the new catalog will now provide drop-down help when you start to type.
Looking for something on Donnelley and Sons? Just start typing to see some of the typing hints -- based on actual catalog records. Then you can choose one of the suggestions or simply ignore it and keep typing. You can even select to hide suggestions if they distract you.
Another nice feature is the ability for the catalog to now send you text messages. When you find an item you like, click its Availability button. You will see a small phone icon that you can click to give you a dialogue box where you can enter your mobile device number, seelct your carrier, and send a text message to yourself that includes the title and call number of the item.
These are just some of the features we think you'll enjoy!
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Christmas Bingo in Children's Department
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Christmas Bingo in the Youth Services Area between 6:45-8:00 (all ages welcome)
No reservations needed
Christmas Bingo in the Youth Services Area between 6:45-8:00 (all ages welcome)
No reservations needed
Scrapbooking class
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity of SCRAPBOOKING
December 10 from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise! FREE
December 10 from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise! FREE
Bob (the Beeman) Congleton
Bob (the Beeman) Congleton will be here to begin another session of his Beekeeping Classes. These are FREE, Fun, Informative and open to everyone.
Saturday, Dec 10, 2011
Please...Sign up at the circulation desk. 9am to 12pm in the Donnelley Room
Saturday, Dec 10, 2011
Please...Sign up at the circulation desk. 9am to 12pm in the Donnelley Room
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
In the gallery -- December 2011
December is often the most welcome month of the year and so it is in the Mary Bishop Memorial Art Gallery in the Crawfordsville Public Library. This month we celebrate Butterfly Moments: Calligraphy by Erika Woods and world crèches from Nancy Hardy.
Carmel, Indiana's Erika Woods is an award-winning calligrapher and graphic designer born in Vienna, Austria, where she received her degree from the Vienna Institute of Fashion Design. Fascinated by letters most of her life, Erika delights in infusing character and beauty into those letters by choosing a stylistically playful, ponderous or regal alphabet. She combines her calligraphy with watercolor or mixed media techniques by adding a unique blend of innovative and artistic creativity.
A faculty member of the Indianapolis Art Center, Erika, is also an active freelance calligrapher/teacher in the Indianapolis area. She is an expert in the art of doing traditional calligraphic projects: mission statements, resolutions, certificates, murals, wedding invitations and countless other personal requests.
Erika's environmental concerns, social justice issues, and the human condition are foremost in her mind and central to the type of letters she chooses to use. Lately, Jean Shinoda Bolen’s book, "Urgent Message from Mother," has captured her imagination. With Bolen’s permission, Erica has created a series of pieces voicing her message of change in world affairs management, hoping in her small way to contribute too much needed change. As Desmond Tutu said in acknowledging Ms. Bolen's book, "We men have had our turn and made a proper mess of things. We need women to save us."
Nancy Hardy was born in Minneapolis, MN, graduated from IU with a BS in Elementary Education, taught Elementary school in Bloomington for one year, married Charles Hardy and retired as an IU administrator, moving to Crawfordsville in 2006. After teaching in Crawfordsville for a year, she had two sons and retired from teaching. Her hobbies include any kind of needlework, reading, traveling, summers on a northern Wisconsin lake and family time.
Sometime in the late 1980s, Nancy found herself at a presentation by a woman who collected crèches as souvenirs from her world travels. She was fascinated! Returning home from the lecture, Nancy's head was swirling with crèches. She realized she herself had the beginnings of a collection with three crèches she already owned. An upcoming family visit to Mexico would be a perfect time to enhance that fledgling collection.
Nancy and her husband love doing "crèche hunting" while traveling. Her collection has been enhanced by friends who know of their interest and bring gifts from their world travels. In all these years and many crèches later, Nancy still loves each and every one of them. Lovely memories float her head as each crèche set is unveiled.
From this collection you will notice the crèches are not elaborate, but simple "folk art sets," which Nancy prefers. Each crèche has a minimum of three pieces: Baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph as the main characters. Some have shepherds, wise men, angels and even camels, but these are not essential to Nancy’s dream.
When Nancy's grandsons come to help her arrange the crèche sets right after Thanksgiving the sets come alive. With all this valuable help, paper flies and crèches jump from their tissue paper packing landing in special places all around the house. Each grandson chooses his favorite crèche set which he then has the honor of placing under the Christmas tree for that season. What a lovely annual family tradition has developed around Nancy's crèches and grandchildren
Carmel, Indiana's Erika Woods is an award-winning calligrapher and graphic designer born in Vienna, Austria, where she received her degree from the Vienna Institute of Fashion Design. Fascinated by letters most of her life, Erika delights in infusing character and beauty into those letters by choosing a stylistically playful, ponderous or regal alphabet. She combines her calligraphy with watercolor or mixed media techniques by adding a unique blend of innovative and artistic creativity.
A faculty member of the Indianapolis Art Center, Erika, is also an active freelance calligrapher/teacher in the Indianapolis area. She is an expert in the art of doing traditional calligraphic projects: mission statements, resolutions, certificates, murals, wedding invitations and countless other personal requests.
Erika's environmental concerns, social justice issues, and the human condition are foremost in her mind and central to the type of letters she chooses to use. Lately, Jean Shinoda Bolen’s book, "Urgent Message from Mother," has captured her imagination. With Bolen’s permission, Erica has created a series of pieces voicing her message of change in world affairs management, hoping in her small way to contribute too much needed change. As Desmond Tutu said in acknowledging Ms. Bolen's book, "We men have had our turn and made a proper mess of things. We need women to save us."
Nancy Hardy was born in Minneapolis, MN, graduated from IU with a BS in Elementary Education, taught Elementary school in Bloomington for one year, married Charles Hardy and retired as an IU administrator, moving to Crawfordsville in 2006. After teaching in Crawfordsville for a year, she had two sons and retired from teaching. Her hobbies include any kind of needlework, reading, traveling, summers on a northern Wisconsin lake and family time.
Sometime in the late 1980s, Nancy found herself at a presentation by a woman who collected crèches as souvenirs from her world travels. She was fascinated! Returning home from the lecture, Nancy's head was swirling with crèches. She realized she herself had the beginnings of a collection with three crèches she already owned. An upcoming family visit to Mexico would be a perfect time to enhance that fledgling collection.
Nancy and her husband love doing "crèche hunting" while traveling. Her collection has been enhanced by friends who know of their interest and bring gifts from their world travels. In all these years and many crèches later, Nancy still loves each and every one of them. Lovely memories float her head as each crèche set is unveiled.
From this collection you will notice the crèches are not elaborate, but simple "folk art sets," which Nancy prefers. Each crèche has a minimum of three pieces: Baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph as the main characters. Some have shepherds, wise men, angels and even camels, but these are not essential to Nancy’s dream.
When Nancy's grandsons come to help her arrange the crèche sets right after Thanksgiving the sets come alive. With all this valuable help, paper flies and crèches jump from their tissue paper packing landing in special places all around the house. Each grandson chooses his favorite crèche set which he then has the honor of placing under the Christmas tree for that season. What a lovely annual family tradition has developed around Nancy's crèches and grandchildren
Local Authors Fair
Come meet local authors, buy a book, have a snack, and more!
December 7 (Wednesday)
5:00-8:30 pm
Genealogy Club Christmas Party
The club will meet at 7 p.m. in the Donnelley Room at CDPL. Bring goodies to share!
The public is invited. Call 362-2242 ext 118 or email gen@cdpl.lib.in.us for more information.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Banjo Lessons
FREE TENOR BANJO LESSONS!
December 1st @ CDPL
Ed Bayless and fellow tenor banjo enthusiast have 8 tenor banjos between them for students to borrow during class.
December 1st @ CDPL
Ed Bayless and fellow tenor banjo enthusiast have 8 tenor banjos between them for students to borrow during class.
- Youth 5 to 5:30pm
- Adults 5:30pm to ?
Downloadable audio books are back
Downloadable audio books are back for CDPL patrons! The former NetLibrary has become Recorded Books OneClickdigital.
Using your CDPL card barcode, all you need to do is create a OneClickdigital account from home or anywhere else -- and begin enjoying free audiobooks. So get started again -- or for the first time -- today!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Santa is coming to the Carnegie Museum
Santa is visiting the Carnegie Museum
yes, Santa is coming to the CMMC on Saturday, Dec. 3rd from noon to 2 pm.
It is a free event -- for all ages -- so bring a camera and take your own pictures with Santa!
yes, Santa is coming to the CMMC on Saturday, Dec. 3rd from noon to 2 pm.
It is a free event -- for all ages -- so bring a camera and take your own pictures with Santa!
Friday, November 11, 2011
Identify Theft Prevention and Repair
Identify Theft Prevention and Repair
When: Monday, Nov 21, 2011
DescriptionThis vital program is presented by the Indiana Attorney General's Office and is sponsored by CDPL. 6:30 to 7:30 in CDPL's Donnelley Room.
FREE
When: Monday, Nov 21, 2011
DescriptionThis vital program is presented by the Indiana Attorney General's Office and is sponsored by CDPL. 6:30 to 7:30 in CDPL's Donnelley Room.
FREE
Stamp a Stack card making class
Stamp a Stack card-making class with instructor Brenda Helvie.
9am to 1pm in meeting room B.
For $25 you get to create 20 cards. 4 different styles.
You must Preregister at the circulation desk, come in or call 362-2242 x109
9am to 1pm in meeting room B.
For $25 you get to create 20 cards. 4 different styles.
You must Preregister at the circulation desk, come in or call 362-2242 x109
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Author signing -- James E. Rady
5-star (locally raised) author James E. Rady will be here to sign copies of his newest book "A Time to Forgive" from 2 to 4pm
He is also the author of "Love Finds a Way" (A Civil War Story).
Banjo Lessons
FREE TENOR BANJO LESSONS!
November 10th and 17th.
Ed Bayless and fellow tenor banjo enthusiast have 8 tenor banjos between them for students to borrow during class.
November 10th and 17th.
Ed Bayless and fellow tenor banjo enthusiast have 8 tenor banjos between them for students to borrow during class.
- Youth 5 to 5:30pm
- Adults 5:30pm to ?
Scrapbooking
November 19: 9:30am to 4:30pm
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity of SCRAPBOOKING
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise!
FREE
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity of SCRAPBOOKING
Bring your own materials and use Deb's tools and expertise!
FREE
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Yu-gi-oh
Don't forget about the Yu-gi-oh Tournament!
Call Michael Gurney for information and to sign-up 765-307-4253
5:15pm
Every Thursday through December!
Sponsored by CDPL
FREE
Call Michael Gurney for information and to sign-up 765-307-4253
5:15pm
Every Thursday through December!
Sponsored by CDPL
FREE
Monday, October 31, 2011
In the Gallery -- November 2011
Portraiture and Cross Stitch Adorn November's Art Gallery
As raw blustery breezes bend naked branches earthward, November bursts forth in celebration of the three artists exhibiting in the Library's Mary Bishop Memorial Art Gallery. You will find GRAPHITE & PASTEL PORTRAITTURE by fine artist Kari Rajkumar dancing on the gallery walls. Gallery Display Cases are abloom with A LOVE AFFAIR WITH CROSS STITCH by mother-daughter artists Phyllis Brower & Anne Sexton.
Born in Rantoul, Illinois, Kari Rajkumar moved with her family to Northern Virginia as a toddler and was home schooled there. She received no formal training in art save a few basic drawing classes around 9 or 10. Even at this early age, teachers commented on Kari's talent for realistic drawing and giving her subjects “a natural sense of weight.” At 14, Kari, with her mother and younger brother, relocated to Paris, Illinois where they still live. It wasn't until 2006 that Kari discovered for herself her adeptness at photorealism and began to explore portraiture in earnest, using photographic references and the Grid Method (an Old Master's technique) to achieve greater accuracy in portraying her subjects. In this technique she is self-taught. In 2008, she attended a brief introductory workshop in pastel, where she received only fifteen hours of instruction, half about pastel portraiture. One of Kari's portraits was published in the January/February 2010 issue of The Artist's Magazine, winning third Place (Student/Beginner Division) in their Annual Art Competition. Her work also received “Best of Show” at the 2010 October National In Decatur, IL. Most recently, her graphite portrait “Scott” received second place in Southwest Art Magazine's annual “21 Under 31” international competition and was subsequently published in their September 2011 issue. Kari has often been invited to conduct classes in area schools and art centers, and occasionally offers private lessons in her home. She also accepts portraiture commissions in pencil and pastel with the ultimate goal of working in oils. Kari is a member of the Board of Directors at the Paris Art Center in Paris, IL and is a member of the Portrait Society of America. Further information is available on Kari's website at http://www.karirajkumar.com./
Through all the stages of Anne Sexton's life, her mother, Phyllis Brower, was a constant source of support, example and friendship. As a little girl, Anne remembers sitting next to her mom as she painstakingly taught her to knit, sew, embroider, and cross stitch. She thoroughly enjoyed the lessons, both because she loved to create beautiful things, but more importantly because as long as the lessons continued she could remain close to her mom and her mom to her. Both Anne and Phyllis had an affinity for counted cross stitch, a popular form of counted thread embroidery. Counted cross stitch uses a pattern printed on paper laid out on a grid; the cloth remaining unmarked. The embroiderer must count across as well as up and down, to know precisely where to place the stitches. Using floss, x-shaped stitches are created one at a time to form a design or picture. Although cross stitch is often executed on easily countable even-weave fabric aida cloth, Anne and her mother preferred using linen with 22 to 28 stitches per inch. Ultimately counted cross stitch pieces are executed for the intrinsic sense of accomplishment they provide, for the joy they brings to the beneficiary, and for the sense of comfort provided in homes. Anne and her mom initially produced work that was predominantly reproductions of historical samplers. Working a sampler was a common occurrence for seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth century schoolgirls and women to learn stitches, techniques, and elements of needlework design. A girl who was expected to go into service had to learn to mark her mistress's linens with family initials mend clothing. Girls in higher ranks of society were expected to impress potential husbands with prowess at needlework, as exemplified by her sampler. Phyllis and Anne often created samplers to celebrate births, commemorate marriages, and denote name etymology. As Anne and Phyllis increased their skills, their interests broadened and they sought more challenging work. The challenges were usually determined by the count of the fabric, the intricacy of the design, and the introduction of new techniques. “A shared love of ours was tweeding”, Anne says, “a technique where two or more colors of thread are used in the same needle at the same time to give depth and a subtle blend of color to the finished piece. Father Winter, a work that required three years to complete, is an excellent example of the use of tweeding. In 2007, Anne's mother Phyllis Brower passed away leaving Anne surrounded by her love. Her kindness and patience created a legacy that Anne will hold in her heart forever. There are days when Anne longs for one more moment, one more conversation, one more glimpse of her mom's beautiful face and gentle hands. In those moments, Anne feels Phyllis' presence in the heartfelt memories manifesting themselves through her own hands.
As raw blustery breezes bend naked branches earthward, November bursts forth in celebration of the three artists exhibiting in the Library's Mary Bishop Memorial Art Gallery. You will find GRAPHITE & PASTEL PORTRAITTURE by fine artist Kari Rajkumar dancing on the gallery walls. Gallery Display Cases are abloom with A LOVE AFFAIR WITH CROSS STITCH by mother-daughter artists Phyllis Brower & Anne Sexton.
Born in Rantoul, Illinois, Kari Rajkumar moved with her family to Northern Virginia as a toddler and was home schooled there. She received no formal training in art save a few basic drawing classes around 9 or 10. Even at this early age, teachers commented on Kari's talent for realistic drawing and giving her subjects “a natural sense of weight.” At 14, Kari, with her mother and younger brother, relocated to Paris, Illinois where they still live. It wasn't until 2006 that Kari discovered for herself her adeptness at photorealism and began to explore portraiture in earnest, using photographic references and the Grid Method (an Old Master's technique) to achieve greater accuracy in portraying her subjects. In this technique she is self-taught. In 2008, she attended a brief introductory workshop in pastel, where she received only fifteen hours of instruction, half about pastel portraiture. One of Kari's portraits was published in the January/February 2010 issue of The Artist's Magazine, winning third Place (Student/Beginner Division) in their Annual Art Competition. Her work also received “Best of Show” at the 2010 October National In Decatur, IL. Most recently, her graphite portrait “Scott” received second place in Southwest Art Magazine's annual “21 Under 31” international competition and was subsequently published in their September 2011 issue. Kari has often been invited to conduct classes in area schools and art centers, and occasionally offers private lessons in her home. She also accepts portraiture commissions in pencil and pastel with the ultimate goal of working in oils. Kari is a member of the Board of Directors at the Paris Art Center in Paris, IL and is a member of the Portrait Society of America. Further information is available on Kari's website at http://www.karirajkumar.com./
Through all the stages of Anne Sexton's life, her mother, Phyllis Brower, was a constant source of support, example and friendship. As a little girl, Anne remembers sitting next to her mom as she painstakingly taught her to knit, sew, embroider, and cross stitch. She thoroughly enjoyed the lessons, both because she loved to create beautiful things, but more importantly because as long as the lessons continued she could remain close to her mom and her mom to her. Both Anne and Phyllis had an affinity for counted cross stitch, a popular form of counted thread embroidery. Counted cross stitch uses a pattern printed on paper laid out on a grid; the cloth remaining unmarked. The embroiderer must count across as well as up and down, to know precisely where to place the stitches. Using floss, x-shaped stitches are created one at a time to form a design or picture. Although cross stitch is often executed on easily countable even-weave fabric aida cloth, Anne and her mother preferred using linen with 22 to 28 stitches per inch. Ultimately counted cross stitch pieces are executed for the intrinsic sense of accomplishment they provide, for the joy they brings to the beneficiary, and for the sense of comfort provided in homes. Anne and her mom initially produced work that was predominantly reproductions of historical samplers. Working a sampler was a common occurrence for seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth century schoolgirls and women to learn stitches, techniques, and elements of needlework design. A girl who was expected to go into service had to learn to mark her mistress's linens with family initials mend clothing. Girls in higher ranks of society were expected to impress potential husbands with prowess at needlework, as exemplified by her sampler. Phyllis and Anne often created samplers to celebrate births, commemorate marriages, and denote name etymology. As Anne and Phyllis increased their skills, their interests broadened and they sought more challenging work. The challenges were usually determined by the count of the fabric, the intricacy of the design, and the introduction of new techniques. “A shared love of ours was tweeding”, Anne says, “a technique where two or more colors of thread are used in the same needle at the same time to give depth and a subtle blend of color to the finished piece. Father Winter, a work that required three years to complete, is an excellent example of the use of tweeding. In 2007, Anne's mother Phyllis Brower passed away leaving Anne surrounded by her love. Her kindness and patience created a legacy that Anne will hold in her heart forever. There are days when Anne longs for one more moment, one more conversation, one more glimpse of her mom's beautiful face and gentle hands. In those moments, Anne feels Phyllis' presence in the heartfelt memories manifesting themselves through her own hands.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Beekeeping class
It's that time again for
Saturdays from 9am until noon. Dates include:
November 12
December 10
January 2, 28
February 18, 25
March 17, 24
April 21, 28
Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Bob Congleton's Beekeeping class
Saturdays from 9am until noon. Dates include:
November 12
December 10
January 2, 28
February 18, 25
March 17, 24
April 21, 28
Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Upcoming Book Signings
Saturday November 12th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Local author John Sands will be at CDPL to sign his new book
The Lottery Winner. Stop in and buy a book or just meet the author!
Sunday November 13th
Mel Vance will be here for a book signing. His book The Blackness of Utter Darkness will sell for $17 with $2 of that going to the Fish Food Pantry. Come by and get an autographed book from Mel or just say Hi!
Deweys Do Book Club
will discuss Alice's Tulips by Sandra Dallas
Monday November 14
6:30 p.m.
Sign up at circulation!
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Identity Theft Prevention and Repair
Identity Theft Prevention and Repair
This vital program is presented by the Indiana Attorney General's Office and is Sponsored by CDPL.
November 8
6:30 to 7:30 in CDPL's Donnelley Room
FREE
This vital program is presented by the Indiana Attorney General's Office and is Sponsored by CDPL.
November 8
6:30 to 7:30 in CDPL's Donnelley Room
FREE
Genealogy Club!
Genealogy Club:
November 8
7pm
"Club Organization" by all members -- organizational meeting for the 2011-2012 year
Donnelly Room
Public Invited
765-362-2242 ext 118
or
gen@cdpl.lib.in.us
November 8
7pm
"Club Organization" by all members -- organizational meeting for the 2011-2012 year
Donnelly Room
Public Invited
765-362-2242 ext 118
or
gen@cdpl.lib.in.us
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Yu-gi-oh Tournament!
Yu-gi-oh Tournament!
Join the fun...
Every Thursday through December @ 5:15pm!
Call Michael Gurney for information and to sign-up: 765-307-4253
Join the fun...
Every Thursday through December @ 5:15pm!
Call Michael Gurney for information and to sign-up: 765-307-4253
Friday, October 14, 2011
Painting classes
Two painting classes for October 18!
Paint In with Mike Bowman
To view the current work you can work on with Mike using your own supplies, go to the sign near the Childrens area. Or just come watch the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. 6 to 8pm
Jan Brown's Bob Ross "Wet on Wet" Oil Painting Technique
Priced at $45, it is a steal -- to walk away with an oil painting and a new technique learned, all while having a great time. All you need to bring is a 16 X 20in canvas and please wear old clothes. Sign-up at the circulation desk. Come in or call 362-2242 X109
Paint In with Mike Bowman
To view the current work you can work on with Mike using your own supplies, go to the sign near the Childrens area. Or just come watch the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. 6 to 8pm
Jan Brown's Bob Ross "Wet on Wet" Oil Painting Technique
Priced at $45, it is a steal -- to walk away with an oil painting and a new technique learned, all while having a great time. All you need to bring is a 16 X 20in canvas and please wear old clothes. Sign-up at the circulation desk. Come in or call 362-2242 X109
Watercolor Art Class
Sign-up at the Circulation desk! come in or call 362-2242 x109
Library to construct pavilion for programs
Read the full story on the Crawfordsville Journal Review web site.
Look at some construction pictures below:
Youth Services fall party
Youth Services Fall Party!
Youth Services will have a Fall Party for children of all ages on October 25th from 6:45 pm to 8pm.
Stories, games, and snacks!
If you have a costume, wear it (but not scary please).
No registration required. Call 362-2242 ext 115 for details.
Youth Services will have a Fall Party for children of all ages on October 25th from 6:45 pm to 8pm.
Stories, games, and snacks!
If you have a costume, wear it (but not scary please).
No registration required. Call 362-2242 ext 115 for details.
Resume Help
RESUME HELP IS AVAILABLE!
Writing a resume can be a chore! Need some help getting your resume done? Help is available at CDPL.
Karen Zach and Suzie Baldwin will help you write your resume or even proofread your current resume.
October 24 (Monday)
Come any time between 7pm to 8 pm @ CDPL (basement)
FREE! Sponsored by CDPL
Writing a resume can be a chore! Need some help getting your resume done? Help is available at CDPL.
Karen Zach and Suzie Baldwin will help you write your resume or even proofread your current resume.
October 24 (Monday)
Come any time between 7pm to 8 pm @ CDPL (basement)
FREE! Sponsored by CDPL
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
What have we learned about the property tax caps?
Professor Larry DeBoer
Purdue University, Agricultural Economics
When: Monday, October 24, 2011 from 1:30 to 4:00 EDT / 12:30 to 3:00pm CDT
Where: This program will be delivered via video streaming and can be viewed at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, meeting room C.
The program can also be viewed live online via a personal computer. Contact Ed Sheldon at 765-364-6363 or ejsheldo@purdue.edu for URL.
Who Should Attend: All individuals involved in county and local government budgeting (county councils and commissioners, mayors and city councils, town boards, school boards, library boards, townships, etc.)
Cost and Registration: The workshop is free, but pre-registration is appreciated. To register, contact the Montgomery County Extension Office by phone at 765-364-6363 or email ejsheldo@purdue.edu Please say you are registering for the "Local Government Finance" program. Please register by noon, Friday, October 21, 2011.
Why: Voters put the new property tax caps into the state Constitution in November 2010, but Indiana local governments have been operating under the caps since 2009. Professor Larry DeBoer will look at what this experience has taught us about the workings of the tax caps in our system of local government taxes and budgets. Which taxpayers receive the bulk of the tax cap credits? What determines the level of tax cap revenue losses for a local government? Is there any way to anticipate what tax cap revenue losses will be, before the budget year? What's the relationship between the tax caps and the local income taxes? Professor DeBoer will address these questions and more in this On Local Government webcast.
Purdue University, Agricultural Economics
When: Monday, October 24, 2011 from 1:30 to 4:00 EDT / 12:30 to 3:00pm CDT
Where: This program will be delivered via video streaming and can be viewed at the Crawfordsville District Public Library, meeting room C.
The program can also be viewed live online via a personal computer. Contact Ed Sheldon at 765-364-6363 or ejsheldo@purdue.edu for URL.
Who Should Attend: All individuals involved in county and local government budgeting (county councils and commissioners, mayors and city councils, town boards, school boards, library boards, townships, etc.)
Cost and Registration: The workshop is free, but pre-registration is appreciated. To register, contact the Montgomery County Extension Office by phone at 765-364-6363 or email ejsheldo@purdue.edu Please say you are registering for the "Local Government Finance" program. Please register by noon, Friday, October 21, 2011.
Why: Voters put the new property tax caps into the state Constitution in November 2010, but Indiana local governments have been operating under the caps since 2009. Professor Larry DeBoer will look at what this experience has taught us about the workings of the tax caps in our system of local government taxes and budgets. Which taxpayers receive the bulk of the tax cap credits? What determines the level of tax cap revenue losses for a local government? Is there any way to anticipate what tax cap revenue losses will be, before the budget year? What's the relationship between the tax caps and the local income taxes? Professor DeBoer will address these questions and more in this On Local Government webcast.
Genealogy Club After Hours
Pizza will be served at 5 pm in the Donelley Room on the lower level of the library. Donations are accepted for the pizza supper. Research in the local history and reference area begins at 5:45 pm.
Please confirm your expected attendance by Wednesday October 26. Call 765-362-2242 Ext. 118 or email gen@cdpl.lib.in.us.
Friday, October 07, 2011
Stampin' Up
Stampin' Up Card Craft Class
Thursday October 13th
7pm to 8:30pm
Cost is $10. Brenda Helvie will help you create 2 Halloween and 3 Fall cards, plus a surprise project! Space is limited so please sign up at the circulation desk. Call 362-2242 ext 109 to sign up.
Monday, October 03, 2011
Deweys Do Book Discussion
Have you heard of the Deweys Do -- CDPL's Book Club?This month the Deweys Do will be discussing Alice Azma's The Reading Promise.
Date: October 10th 2011
Time: 6:30 pmCDPL
Scrapbooking Fun
Join Deb Slater at the library for a fun Saturday activity...
Scrapbooking!
Saturday October 8th 9:30-4:30
The class is free and you may use Deb's tools and expertise for your project.
Scrapbooking!
Saturday October 8th 9:30-4:30
The class is free and you may use Deb's tools and expertise for your project.
Digital Photography Course
Digital Photography class
Thursdays October 6, 13, 20, 27
6:30 to 8pm
For more information and to sign up, call Joe Ashby at 522-4480.
Thursdays October 6, 13, 20, 27
6:30 to 8pm
For more information and to sign up, call Joe Ashby at 522-4480.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Write Your Memoir
Karen Zach will teach a FREE Memoir Writing Class
October 5th and 12th from 1-3 pm.
Room B, CDPL
Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Paint In!
For everyone! Paint-In with Mike Bowman
You are invited to come to a very informal "paint-in" with Michael Bowman. You can come to just watch artists paint, you can bring your own materials (any genre) and paint, or you can come to just ask questions. Mike will be here to help you get started or help in any other way he can.
For: Ages 10 to 100 (younger or older if interested)
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Creative Writing Class
There will be a free class on Creative Writing at the library!
Wednesday October 5 and October 12
6:30 pm until 8:30 pm
Room B, CDPL
The instructor is Karen Zach. Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Wednesday October 5 and October 12
6:30 pm until 8:30 pm
Room B, CDPL
The instructor is Karen Zach. Please sign up at the circulation desk.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
In the gallery -- October 2011
Don’t be Afraid! Come in to the Library’s Mary Bishop Memorial Art Gallery during the month of October! Slide in on a broom or the breath of a breeze; we're waiting for you! Even though October is usually filled with ghosts and goblins and things that go bump in the night, only artistic creations from the talented hands of Lynne Medsker and Gerald Villars are here to greet you.
Eighty year old Frankfort, Indiana resident Gerald Villers tells us that he has made "a lot of sawdust" in his life working for sixty years in construction, owning his own business, (Villars Construction) and now creatively playing with his wood working business/hobby Hoosier Wood Creations.
During his working career Gerald built new houses, remodeled old houses, repaired all houses, and put new additions on Churches everywhere and kept them in good repair. About fifteen years ago, when his body was asking to retire, he began working with a scroll saw creating signs and pictures as a hobby. His hobby has now turned into a very busy business, which pleases him no end. He uses a sixteen-Delta Scroll saw with amazing deftness, often quickly creating children's animals. He demonstrates his wood working techniques at shows and in schools, where children and adults love the magic emitting from his saw, and covet the results which he generously gives away. Come into to the Library and see for yourself this joy-filled man's collection!
Lynne Medsker, a Renaissance woman par excellence, exhibits complex experiments with texture, color, style and technique within the realm of collage, photography, acrylic paint, digital art, watercolor, clay and metal.
In her biography, she tells us that individual elements fused into strong compositions give her artwork a textural, multi-layered personality. Her "hands on" experience of physically shaping, coloring and assembling mixed media pieces is a fulfilling, sensory experience. She uses a wide variety of tools and processes to create her geometric shapes, organic elements, and often a balance of both; the subject matter generally being abstract.
Lynne has shared her artistic vision in numerous local venues, with a total of 20 solo shows in her home state of Indiana. Additionally, her work has been shown in a dozen states across the U.S., including Cincinnati, Chicago, Washington D.C., Phoenix and New York. She also has art in corporate and private collections in the U.S. and abroad. Sharing her enthusiasm for art, Lynne presents workshops, classes and one-on-one instruction.
Born in Cumberland, Indiana, at the time, a small suburb east of Indianapolis, Lynne spent summers boating, skiing, swimming and enjoying the natural surroundings of a lake near Nashville, Indiana. Nature still plays a huge part in much of her art! After 30 years of living within the city, Lynne settled in the suburb of Brownsburg, Indiana enjoying the peace and inspiration of surrounding woods, fields, and ponds with her family.
In her Artist Statement, Lynne says, "When she creates art she feels alive, as if this is the purpose of her life. It keeps her life in balance, letting her escape the tensions of the everyday world. Mixed media is such a wide-open area to explore; essentially art can be made of anything or any combination of things." What a freeing definition to have when creating art! She finds creating, experimenting and combining items from so many different sources intriguing. While producing mixed media artwork, she uses a wide variety of tools and processes. She finds the "hands on" experience of physically shaping, coloring and assembling mixed media pieces to be a fulfilling, sensory experience.
Regardless of the creative method used, the final result is typically multi-layered in appearance. Her work features geometric shapes, organic elements, or a balance of both. Her subject matter is abstract. As she gains experience, artistically and in life, her artwork evolves, becoming more complex, with more texture, detail and dimension. She challenges viewers to enjoy the imagery of her artwork and to discover evidence of the things hidden within the layers of each piece.
Eighty year old Frankfort, Indiana resident Gerald Villers tells us that he has made "a lot of sawdust" in his life working for sixty years in construction, owning his own business, (Villars Construction) and now creatively playing with his wood working business/hobby Hoosier Wood Creations.
During his working career Gerald built new houses, remodeled old houses, repaired all houses, and put new additions on Churches everywhere and kept them in good repair. About fifteen years ago, when his body was asking to retire, he began working with a scroll saw creating signs and pictures as a hobby. His hobby has now turned into a very busy business, which pleases him no end. He uses a sixteen-Delta Scroll saw with amazing deftness, often quickly creating children's animals. He demonstrates his wood working techniques at shows and in schools, where children and adults love the magic emitting from his saw, and covet the results which he generously gives away. Come into to the Library and see for yourself this joy-filled man's collection!
Lynne Medsker, a Renaissance woman par excellence, exhibits complex experiments with texture, color, style and technique within the realm of collage, photography, acrylic paint, digital art, watercolor, clay and metal.
In her biography, she tells us that individual elements fused into strong compositions give her artwork a textural, multi-layered personality. Her "hands on" experience of physically shaping, coloring and assembling mixed media pieces is a fulfilling, sensory experience. She uses a wide variety of tools and processes to create her geometric shapes, organic elements, and often a balance of both; the subject matter generally being abstract.
Lynne has shared her artistic vision in numerous local venues, with a total of 20 solo shows in her home state of Indiana. Additionally, her work has been shown in a dozen states across the U.S., including Cincinnati, Chicago, Washington D.C., Phoenix and New York. She also has art in corporate and private collections in the U.S. and abroad. Sharing her enthusiasm for art, Lynne presents workshops, classes and one-on-one instruction.
Born in Cumberland, Indiana, at the time, a small suburb east of Indianapolis, Lynne spent summers boating, skiing, swimming and enjoying the natural surroundings of a lake near Nashville, Indiana. Nature still plays a huge part in much of her art! After 30 years of living within the city, Lynne settled in the suburb of Brownsburg, Indiana enjoying the peace and inspiration of surrounding woods, fields, and ponds with her family.
In her Artist Statement, Lynne says, "When she creates art she feels alive, as if this is the purpose of her life. It keeps her life in balance, letting her escape the tensions of the everyday world. Mixed media is such a wide-open area to explore; essentially art can be made of anything or any combination of things." What a freeing definition to have when creating art! She finds creating, experimenting and combining items from so many different sources intriguing. While producing mixed media artwork, she uses a wide variety of tools and processes. She finds the "hands on" experience of physically shaping, coloring and assembling mixed media pieces to be a fulfilling, sensory experience.
Regardless of the creative method used, the final result is typically multi-layered in appearance. Her work features geometric shapes, organic elements, or a balance of both. Her subject matter is abstract. As she gains experience, artistically and in life, her artwork evolves, becoming more complex, with more texture, detail and dimension. She challenges viewers to enjoy the imagery of her artwork and to discover evidence of the things hidden within the layers of each piece.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Get help with your resume!
Resume Help
by Mother /Daughter team Karen Zach and Suzie Baldwin.
They can help create, spice-up or just look over your resume!
Drop in anytime October 10th and 24th between 7pm to 8pm.
by Mother /Daughter team Karen Zach and Suzie Baldwin.
They can help create, spice-up or just look over your resume!
Drop in anytime October 10th and 24th between 7pm to 8pm.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Genealogy Club Annual Dinner & Meeting
The Genealogy Club will hold its
Annual Dinner & Meeting
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m. followed by the monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. Reservations are required for the dinner. Please RSVP before Friday October 7. For those attending the dinner, a payment of $10.00 must be made at CDPL's Reference/Local History department by Monday October 10.
Helen Aker will present "Confederate Prisons" at 7 p.m.
Visitors are always welcome to attend! The meeting will be held at CDPL in the Donnelley Room. For more information, call Dellie Craig at 362-2242 ext 118 or e-mail gen@cdpl.lib.in.us.
Annual Dinner & Meeting
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m. followed by the monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. Reservations are required for the dinner. Please RSVP before Friday October 7. For those attending the dinner, a payment of $10.00 must be made at CDPL's Reference/Local History department by Monday October 10.
Helen Aker will present "Confederate Prisons" at 7 p.m.
Visitors are always welcome to attend! The meeting will be held at CDPL in the Donnelley Room. For more information, call Dellie Craig at 362-2242 ext 118 or e-mail gen@cdpl.lib.in.us.
Stop Fraud and Crime Before They Strike
Stop Fraud and Crime Before They Strike
A Consumer Protection Presentation from the Indiana Attorney General's Office
Crawfordsville Public Library
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
4:30-5:30 p.m.
A representative from the AG's Office will give a presentation on how to protect yourself from the latest telephone, mail, and Internet scams. Come hear about the latest tactics fraudsters use and how to avoid becoming a victim.
For more information call 1.800.382.5516 or visit us online at www.IndianaConsumer.com.
A Consumer Protection Presentation from the Indiana Attorney General's Office
Crawfordsville Public Library
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
4:30-5:30 p.m.
A representative from the AG's Office will give a presentation on how to protect yourself from the latest telephone, mail, and Internet scams. Come hear about the latest tactics fraudsters use and how to avoid becoming a victim.
For more information call 1.800.382.5516 or visit us online at www.IndianaConsumer.com.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Lego Block Party
There may or may not be a theme. Registration is required! Come use your imagination. Call 362-2242 ext 115 (no e-mails please).
Paint-In
For everyone! Paint-In with Mike Bowman
2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month, 6-8pm.
You are invited to come to a very informal "paint-in" with Michael Bowman. You can come to just watch artists paint, you can bring your own materials (any genre) and paint, or you can come to just ask questions. Mike will be here to help you get started or help in any other way he can.
For: Ages 10 to 100 (younger or older if interested)
Stop in this Tuesday September 27th!
3 Strikes of the Match
The Revolutionary War Veterans Association presents
3 Strikes of the Match
Hear the Forgotten History of April 19, 1775, The Day Our Nation was Born
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
6-8 p.m.
CDPL, Meeting Room A
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Story Time now on Facebook
Add Story Time as a friend on Facebook!
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Oil Painting Class
Dick Murray will be here to teach the Bob Ross "Wet on Wet" Oil Painting Technique from 9am to 4:30pm on Saturday September 24.
You will need a first time purchase of #5 Painting Knife, 1" Bob Ross Landscape Brush, #3 Bob Ross White Bristle Fan Brush, #2 Bob Ross Script Liner Brush (Sable), and a 16" X 20" Canvas. Cost is $45.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Introduction to "Essentials of Photography"
Thursday September 22 6:30pm to 8pm
In this introduction, you will gain an overview of Photography, Cameras, and Equipment (no fee).
If you decide to take the other 8 classes (consecutive Thursdays) the cost is $80. Sign up at the Circulation Desk. Sponsored by CDPL
Taste of Home at CDPL
Calling all Amateur Chefs! If you like to try new recipes, eat new foods, and you have fun, come join us at the library for an hour or two of food tasting and comradery.
All you have to do is come to the Circulation Desk, sign-up, pick out a recipe, write it on the menu sheet, and then come back to the library September 22 at 6pm with the recipe made to eat!
Jan Brown's oil painting class
Jan Brown teaches Bob Ross "Wet on Wet" oil painting technique
Tuesday September 20, 2011 at 5pm
Cost is $40. Bring your own 16x20 canvas and wear old clothes.
Sponsored by CDPL
Tuesday September 20, 2011 at 5pm
Cost is $40. Bring your own 16x20 canvas and wear old clothes.
Sponsored by CDPL
Monday, September 12, 2011
Water color & Oil painting classes!
September 17th at CDPL!
Bill Pattison "Art of Illusion" Oil Painting Art Class
The painting he will be teaching may be seen near the Circulation Desk.
Cost is $75.
Pat Fay Water Color Art Class has been cancelled
Bill Pattison "Art of Illusion" Oil Painting Art Class
The painting he will be teaching may be seen near the Circulation Desk.
Cost is $75.
Pat Fay Water Color Art Class has been cancelled
Deb Slaters Scrapbooking Class
How about some scrapbooking on September 17!
Deb Slaters Scrapbooking Class
Join Deb for a fun filled Saturday starting at 9am and ending at 4:30.
She will let you use her tools and give you great ideas, you bring your materials.
Free!
Sponsored By CDPL
Deb Slaters Scrapbooking Class
Join Deb for a fun filled Saturday starting at 9am and ending at 4:30.
She will let you use her tools and give you great ideas, you bring your materials.
Free!
Sponsored By CDPL
Yu-gi-oh!
Don't forget the Yu-gi-oh Tournament!
Call Michael Gurney for information and to sign-up 765-307-4253 or 765-362-1309
5:15pm
Every Thursday through October!
Sponsored by CDPL
Call Michael Gurney for information and to sign-up 765-307-4253 or 765-362-1309
5:15pm
Every Thursday through October!
Sponsored by CDPL
Friday, September 09, 2011
Need some help with your resume?
Resume Help
by Mother /Daughter team Karen Zach and Suzie Baldwin.
They can help create, spice-up or just look over your resume!
Drop in anytime September 12th and 26th between 7pm to 8pm.
by Mother /Daughter team Karen Zach and Suzie Baldwin.
They can help create, spice-up or just look over your resume!
Drop in anytime September 12th and 26th between 7pm to 8pm.
Thursday, September 08, 2011
Booksale this Saturday
Friends of the
Crawfordsville Public Library
Booksale
Saturday September 10th
9am until 5 pm
CDPL Lower Level
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Genealogy Club Meeting
Join the Genealogy Club for their monthly meeting on
Tuesday September 13, 2011, 7pm!
Amy Hathaway will present "My DNA Experience"
The meeting will be in CDPL's Donnelley Room on Lower Level.Public Invited! Call: (765)-362-2242, Ext 118 or Ext 117 at Reference Desk or email at gen@cdpl.lib.in.us for more information.
Tuesday September 13, 2011, 7pm!
Amy Hathaway will present "My DNA Experience"
The meeting will be in CDPL's Donnelley Room on Lower Level.Public Invited! Call: (765)-362-2242, Ext 118 or Ext 117 at Reference Desk or email at gen@cdpl.lib.in.us for more information.
Friday, September 02, 2011
Popular media is full of references to Twitter and tweeting. The likes of Martha Stewart, Ashton Kutcher, and even President Obama use Twitter. But just what is Twitter? And what is a tweet?
Todd Kelsey in Social Networking Spaces: From Facebook to Twitter and Everything in Between writes "it is a small blog with very short entries," actually just 140 characters. Tweets are the text posts that are displayed on the author's profile page and sent to the author's subscribers. Those subscribers are often known as "followers."
According to Paul McFedries in Twitter; Tips, Tricks, and Tweets users took the question of "What are you doing? and morphed it into What's happening?" He states that his book will tell you everything you need to know to get started and perform all the standard chores and beyond.
Did you know that CDPL is on Twitter? CDPL posts upcoming events, programs, closings, and other important announcements. On the library's homepage, click on the "What's New" tab and then select Tweets. You can read CDPL's tweets without joining Twitter. If you'd like to join Twitter, just click on the yellow "sign up" box and follow CvillePL!
All the books mentioned above can be found at CDPL. Both offer information on how to get started on Twitter, tips, and advice on sending tweets
Thursday, September 01, 2011
In the gallery -- September 2011
The lovely month of September bridges the gap between sizzling summer and the cool beauty of fall. The Library's Mary Bishop Memorial Art Gallery bridges the gap as well with two new celebrated artists and their work. In this golden month Brandon Boas' imagination peeks into Nature's secrets with Photography and Robert Foote celebrates his Woodturnings.
AGAINST ALL ODDS:
Photography by Brandon Boas
On December 29, 2009, I read about Brandon Boas in Dick Wolfsie's column "Life in a Nutshell", in The Paper. Chronicling past year feel-good stories, Dick spoke of Brandon's passion for photography. I emailed Brandon, set up a gallery exhibit and voila! Here is the rest of the story.
Twenty-nine year old Brandon Boas from Columbus, Indiana certainly knows how to overcome life's struggles and the limitations of Down syndrome, pursue his life dreams and reach for the stars. Though he never had photography training, he has launched his own photography business and received state and national acclaim.
Brandon began taking pictures when a family friend showed him some photographs. Immediately, he was inspired to begin taking pictures himself. When he turned 10, he got his own camera, a little yellow Kodak. Since then, his cameras have not had a rest. He began with pictures of his family, flowers, landscapes, and old barns, especially old barns "because they might fall down" he says.
Brandon's family motivated him to launch his own company BB Loves Photos bblovephotos.com, or email bblovephotos@sbcglobal.net to show other disabled people how much they can achieve if they work hard and dream big. Proceeds from his sales have been sufficient to pay expenses associated with his photography, but are not yet a significant source of income.
When Brandon entered a barn photo in the 4-H Fair, it became a turning point in his life. Although the entry was disqualified because it was not supposed to be framed, "somebody saw it and bought it" said Brandon, who then realized his Photos would sell.
In November 2009, Brandon, a determined, self-directed and ever so patient photographer won the John McCauley Memorial Community Awareness Award at Development Services Inc. in Columbus, IN and has been featured on WISH-TV Channel 8 and WRZQ Radio. Nominator/ mentor Tom Harpring, Director of Communications at DSI, and a professional photographer himself, says of Brandon "if he sees something, he immediately wants to figure out how it's done and has the ability to seize opportunities presented by unexpected happy accidents."
Now, along with creating a book of his photography and opening a store, Brandon dreams of starting a wedding and portrait photo business. "God created landscapes and people," Brandon says, "that's why I want to do people and weddings." "Maybe when I retire, says mentor and mother Kay Boas, "because I can't keep up with what he wants to do now and work too!"
An example of this "promotional entrepreneur" in action comes from Brandon's own lips: "I walked into Baron Hill's office in Washington D.C. and gave him two of my business cards; one for Baron Hill and one for President Obama". "When I met Stedman Graham at a conference I made sure Oprah got a business card too!" His "person to person" promotions have been honed to perfection.
Robert Foote
"S1 Actions in Wood"
Beneath the professorial robe, Robert Foote, Wabash College Professor of Math and Computer Science since 1989, holds a secret passion for turning wood into beautiful "objects d'art". His first experience at woodturning occurred in a junior high school shop class and later under the tutelage of his grandfather, a finish carpenter and furniture maker. He has been turning wood seriously since 2003. When he first set up his shop, he thought he would do general woodworking, but as soon as he started using his grandfather's old lathe, he knew that was what he really wanted to do.
Most of his work consists of small to medium-sized bowls, vases and platters, some functional, some purely decorative. He also designs and makes tree ornaments, earrings, and small containers. He uses mostly domestic wood, but occasionally chooses an exotic species. He often incorporates holes, bark, and other wood irregularities into his pieces to give them an unusual character. Some of his work is inspired by Southwestern Native American pottery. Photos of his work may be seen by googling "S1 Actions in Wood" on the internet.
For the past five years, Bob's wood turned masterpieces have appeared in the windows of downtown businesses during the annual fall art exhibit sponsored by the Montgomery County Art League. Three of his pieces won awards. In March, he gave a presentation to the Art League about his work and how he does it.
Much of his "training" as a wood turner comes from the numerous books and videos that now exist on the subject. He has taken classes from Ed Moore at the John C. Campbell Folk Art School in Brasstown, North Carolina, and from Tom Fortenberry at Woodcraft in Indianapolis. He also benefits from the woodturning organizations he currently belongs to.
As a member-artist of Crawfordsville's Athens of Indiana Arts Studios & Gallery his work continues to be on display and is for sale. He is a member of the Association of American Woodturners and its Central Indiana Chapter which meets in Zionsville. While living in Georgia for a year, he joined the Classic City Woodturners in Athens.
Robert's other hobbies include playing trumpet in the Wabash College Brass Ensemble and the Montgomery County Civic Band and bicycling the quiet roads of Montgomery County.
S1 is the mathematical term for a circle.
An S1 action is when something is spun in a circle.
AGAINST ALL ODDS:
Photography by Brandon Boas
On December 29, 2009, I read about Brandon Boas in Dick Wolfsie's column "Life in a Nutshell", in The Paper. Chronicling past year feel-good stories, Dick spoke of Brandon's passion for photography. I emailed Brandon, set up a gallery exhibit and voila! Here is the rest of the story.
Twenty-nine year old Brandon Boas from Columbus, Indiana certainly knows how to overcome life's struggles and the limitations of Down syndrome, pursue his life dreams and reach for the stars. Though he never had photography training, he has launched his own photography business and received state and national acclaim.
Brandon began taking pictures when a family friend showed him some photographs. Immediately, he was inspired to begin taking pictures himself. When he turned 10, he got his own camera, a little yellow Kodak. Since then, his cameras have not had a rest. He began with pictures of his family, flowers, landscapes, and old barns, especially old barns "because they might fall down" he says.
Brandon's family motivated him to launch his own company BB Loves Photos bblovephotos.com, or email bblovephotos@sbcglobal.net to show other disabled people how much they can achieve if they work hard and dream big. Proceeds from his sales have been sufficient to pay expenses associated with his photography, but are not yet a significant source of income.
When Brandon entered a barn photo in the 4-H Fair, it became a turning point in his life. Although the entry was disqualified because it was not supposed to be framed, "somebody saw it and bought it" said Brandon, who then realized his Photos would sell.
In November 2009, Brandon, a determined, self-directed and ever so patient photographer won the John McCauley Memorial Community Awareness Award at Development Services Inc. in Columbus, IN and has been featured on WISH-TV Channel 8 and WRZQ Radio. Nominator/ mentor Tom Harpring, Director of Communications at DSI, and a professional photographer himself, says of Brandon "if he sees something, he immediately wants to figure out how it's done and has the ability to seize opportunities presented by unexpected happy accidents."
Now, along with creating a book of his photography and opening a store, Brandon dreams of starting a wedding and portrait photo business. "God created landscapes and people," Brandon says, "that's why I want to do people and weddings." "Maybe when I retire, says mentor and mother Kay Boas, "because I can't keep up with what he wants to do now and work too!"
An example of this "promotional entrepreneur" in action comes from Brandon's own lips: "I walked into Baron Hill's office in Washington D.C. and gave him two of my business cards; one for Baron Hill and one for President Obama". "When I met Stedman Graham at a conference I made sure Oprah got a business card too!" His "person to person" promotions have been honed to perfection.
Robert Foote
"S1 Actions in Wood"
Beneath the professorial robe, Robert Foote, Wabash College Professor of Math and Computer Science since 1989, holds a secret passion for turning wood into beautiful "objects d'art". His first experience at woodturning occurred in a junior high school shop class and later under the tutelage of his grandfather, a finish carpenter and furniture maker. He has been turning wood seriously since 2003. When he first set up his shop, he thought he would do general woodworking, but as soon as he started using his grandfather's old lathe, he knew that was what he really wanted to do.
Most of his work consists of small to medium-sized bowls, vases and platters, some functional, some purely decorative. He also designs and makes tree ornaments, earrings, and small containers. He uses mostly domestic wood, but occasionally chooses an exotic species. He often incorporates holes, bark, and other wood irregularities into his pieces to give them an unusual character. Some of his work is inspired by Southwestern Native American pottery. Photos of his work may be seen by googling "S1 Actions in Wood" on the internet.
For the past five years, Bob's wood turned masterpieces have appeared in the windows of downtown businesses during the annual fall art exhibit sponsored by the Montgomery County Art League. Three of his pieces won awards. In March, he gave a presentation to the Art League about his work and how he does it.
Much of his "training" as a wood turner comes from the numerous books and videos that now exist on the subject. He has taken classes from Ed Moore at the John C. Campbell Folk Art School in Brasstown, North Carolina, and from Tom Fortenberry at Woodcraft in Indianapolis. He also benefits from the woodturning organizations he currently belongs to.
As a member-artist of Crawfordsville's Athens of Indiana Arts Studios & Gallery his work continues to be on display and is for sale. He is a member of the Association of American Woodturners and its Central Indiana Chapter which meets in Zionsville. While living in Georgia for a year, he joined the Classic City Woodturners in Athens.
Robert's other hobbies include playing trumpet in the Wabash College Brass Ensemble and the Montgomery County Civic Band and bicycling the quiet roads of Montgomery County.
S1 is the mathematical term for a circle.
An S1 action is when something is spun in a circle.
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