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July Art Exhibit
Turi Rostad – Recent Works
During the month of July, the Norfolk Library will showcase recent works by artist Turi Rostad. Turi grew up in Norfolk and owns a framing gallery in the house that natives remember as Doctor Barstow's office. Where once children nervously read Highlights Magazine while waiting their turn to see the kindly physician, now varying art exhibits adorn what has been tastefully converted into a gallery.
Rostad attended Syracuse University and received a B.A. from Arizona State University. She has pieces in collections in Exeter, New Hampshire; New York; Palm Beach, Florida; and Scottsdale, Arizona. Turi has received awards from the Magidani Gallery in Scottsdale and the Hartford International Show.
Turi's artwork is a satisfying blurred reality; charcoal landscapes beckon and dare the viewer to enter. Turi's work is always fresh and present and seduces by demanding audience participation. The opening reception for this exhibition is Sunday, July 5, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.
For more information or images please call 646-742-7010 or log on to www.simonaldridge.com.
The opening reception is Sunday, June 7 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The show is on view through July 2nd.
June Calendar
A listing of library events with links to their details
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 4th | Library Closed – Fourth of July | |
| Sunday 5th | 4:00pm | Art Reception – Turi Rostad |
| Monday 6th | 4:30pm | Summer Reading Program – Mosaic Design |
| Monday 13th | 6:00pm | Summer Reading Program – Lost Art of Puppet Making |
| Tuesday 14th | 3:00pm | Computer Seminar – Using Personal Address Lists |
| Monday 20th | 5:00pm | Summer Reading Program – From Puppet to Stage |
| Tuesday 21th | 3:00pm | Computer Seminar – Creating a Desktop Newsletter |
| Monday 27th | 4:00pm | Summer Reading Program – Play With Tie Dye! |
| Tuesday 28th | 3:00pm | Computer Seminar – Setting Up a Home Budget |
Reservations: Please call the library (860-542-5075) to make reservations for programs or to request additional information.
Tales Told by an Idiot
Written and Illustrated by Robin Rose Yurán
Robin Yuran, Co-Director of the Norfolk Library, is also known as The Shelfmouse. Her whimsical and often tongue-in-cheek verse has graced the pages of such publications as Library Journal, The Shy Librarian, Norfolk Now and Verbatim Language Quarterly, not to mention every quarterly issue of the Owl Newsletter since 1998. Yuran's first book The Shelf Life of a Mouse and Other Tales was published in 2003 and nearly sold out (a limited edition of 400) at her book signing. Back with more of the same, Robin has penned and illustrated Tales Told by an Idiot, also a limited edition. Read an excerpt of the book featured on Library Journal online by clicking here.
Get Creative at Your Library
Summer Reading Program Line Up
Creative Play and Original Work—A Series of Library Workshops on Mondays: Registration is mandatory for workshops as space is limited. Please call the Library at 860 542-5075 to sign up.
Monday, July 6, 4:30 to 6:00 pm
Mosaic Design with Miss DeVere for ages nine and up.
Monday, July 13, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Lost Art of Puppet Making for ages seven and up. Learn how to create wacky wonderful
hand puppets using simple materials in this fun workshop. Make your puppets come to life
with a few basic movements. These simple construction techniques are easy to master so you
can make more puppets on your own. Participants may wish to bring flashy fabric, sequins,
pom-poms, bric-a-brac, etc. to decorate and personalize their puppets. This workshop is
limited to 18 kids. Basic supplies are included.
Monday, July 20, 5:00 to 7:00 pm
From Page to Stage. A chance to act with Laurie Ellington from Green House Studio.
Dinner will be provided. Families are invited back for the 15 minute show at 7:00 pm. Ages
six and up limited to 15.
Monday, July 27, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Play with Tie Dye! Melissa Robinson will help students craft something colourful. Bring
something white and cotton to dye.
Monday, August 3, 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Riddle me This! A Poetry Workshop with Robin Yuran: Can you guess what a "worldcandle"
is? It is a compound word that is known as a kenning and an ancient metaphor for the sun.
This workshop begins with some guessing games and a discussion of the Anglo Saxon art of
riddles as metaphor. Students will learn about the fascinating and accessible history of riddles
and learn to make their own. Ages ten and up are welcome. Bring your love of words.
Monday, August 10, 6:00 to 7:30
Picnic and Talent Show Grand Finale. This will be a blast! Get your act together! Cake will be served. Call to register at 860 542-5075.
During the summer, the Children's Room will sponsor an art contest. All entries will be on display. Postcards will be made with
the art of the four winners. For an application and guidelines, please stop at the circulation desk.
Summertime Computer Classes
The winter computer series was a hit! Ann and Josh DeCerbo, local computer experts from DeCerbo Design, are proud to announce a second series of computer seminars slated for afternoons this summer.
They've designed five seminars that focus on common tasks using widely available software. Seminar topics include: Using Personal Address Lists (Microsoft Excel/Word), Creating a Desktop Newsletter (Microsoft Word), Setting up a Home Budget (Microsoft Excel), Making a Photo Slide Show (Picasa), and Preparing Effective Powerpoint Presentations (Microsoft Powerpoint). DeCerbo Design will prepare and present a Powerpoint presentation for each seminar and post the presentations online.
The seminars will have a solid structure, but offer enough flexibility to allow student needs and questions to drive the discussions. Seminars are scheduled for Tuesday afternoons, 3:00 to 4:30 pm, in July and August.
For reservations please call the Norfolk Library at 860 542-5075.