on September 4th. If you are interested in attending, please sign up at the upstairs circulation counter or email the library to let us know.
September 4th is the final day of the Community Read. Cathy Day, author of The Circus in Winter, will visit the library at 6pm. Sign up at the upstairs circulation counter to attend our final Community Read event. Registration is encouraged, not required.
Monday, August 25, 2008
Monday, August 18, 2008
Tuesday Night
Join us for the presentation of Terrell Jacobs and events associated with the escape of Modoc the elephant from the Great American Circus, by Mike Beauchamp.
6:30pm at the Wabash Carnegie Public Library, August 19th.
Book Discussion
Our first discussion book, The Girl with a Pearl Earring, is now available for purchase at the upstairs circulation counter.
Books are $8.00 each. Our first discussion is on September 18th!
Books are $8.00 each. Our first discussion is on September 18th!
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Fall 2008 Book Discussion Series
The “Golden Age” of Dutch painting, the 1600s, produced such masters as Johannes Vermeer and Netherlands' greatest artist, Rembrandt Van Rijn. Later, in the 1800s, Vincent Van Gogh painted more than 800 oils. All three captured on canvas ordinary people and everyday life, as well as other art subjects. Their lives were filled with difficulties, complication in love, and always a passion for their artistic work. This fall book series presents a historical fiction of each of these giants in the art world. Lear much of the artist’s life, wrapped in a fictional story. Then enjoy a little research of your own concerning the man and his art. Come ready to share your insights.
We will savor a good book and learn much, together, of Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh!
Retired English Teacher, Southwood High School
Thursday, September 18, 7:00 p.m.
Only thirty-five paintings are attributed to Dutch artist Vermeer. Perhaps the most famous is “Girl with a Pear Earring,” nicknamed the “Mona Lisa of the North.” Read Tracy Chevalier’s historical fiction to learn of this famous artist and a creative idea of how this painting might have come about. This New York Times bestseller will take you to 17th century Delft, Netherlands as you follow the intertwined lives of sixteen-year-old Griet and Johannes Vermeer.
(If you have already read this famous book, briefly review and come to the discussion!)
Thursday, October 16, 7:00 p.m.
Love blooms when the Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh come to live in Auvers, France. Van Gogh looks into the soul of twenty-year-old Marguerite and must paint her. But Dr. Gachet refuses to give up control of his daughter - and his patient. The eccentric Van Gogh often produced a self-portrait, and this historical fiction by Alyson Richman paints another picture of the mysterious, prolific, and gifted Van Gogh. You will also learn the secrets lurking in the Gachet household. If you like, study the famous Van Gogh paintings as described in Richman’s book.
Thursday, November 20, 7:00 p.m.
Young Cornelia’s father is the brilliant, complicated, and the greatest artist of the Netherlands, Rembrandt. Based on historical fact, I Am Rembrandt’s Daughter will take you to Amsterdam during the plague of the 1600s. Follow family drama, a love triangle, and, of course, the life of this very famous artist. Chapters alternate with flashbacks to Cornelia’s childhood, helping explain her present day challenges. Once again, here is a coming-of-age heroine that wins the reader’s heart. For paintings referred to in this historical fiction, go to Paintings from the book and even more Paintings
Books will be available for purchase at the main circulation counter, and a limited number of books are available for check-out.
Pre-registration is required. You may register at the circulation counter or by calling the library at 260-563-2972.
Beginning Genealogy Classes
Saturday, 27 September; 9am-11:30am
The Beginning Genealogy Class is for those people who are just becoming interested in genealogy and don’t know where to start. We’ll be talking about the basic charts and forms, tips for researching and visiting other libraries, organizing your research, and more.
Online Genealogy
Saturday, 11 October; 9am-11:30am
The Online Genealogy class will explore Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest. We will also briefly look at other popular genealogy websites. Basic computer knowledge would be helpful.
Class size will be limited. Sign up coming soon!
Back from Summer Haitus
And busier than ever! We are currently having a Community Read, starting our Fall Book Discussion Series and scheduling our fall Children's programming.
Our Community Read features the book The Circus in Winter by Peru, Indiana author, Cathy Day. Stop by the library to pick up a copy ($8.00 each) or check one out. Join us on Tuesday, August 19th at Mike Beauchamp's presentation of Terrell Jacobs and events associated with the escape of Modoc the elephant from the Great American Circus (6:30 at the library).
Look forward to our author visit by Cathy Day on September 4th, the final day of our community read.
Our Fall Book Discussion Series is titled, The Artist in Love. Here is a note from Phyllis about our series:
"The “Golden Age” of Dutch painting, the 1600s, produced such masters as Johannes Vermeer and Netherlands' greatest artist, Rembrandt Van Rijn. Later, in the 1800s, Vincent Van Gogh painted more than 800 oils. All three captured on canvas ordinary people and everyday life, as well as other art subjects. Their lives were filled with difficulties, complication in love, and always a passion for their artistic work. This fall book series presents a historical fiction of each of these giants in the art world. Lear much of the artist’s life, wrapped in a fictional story. Then enjoy a little research of your own concerning the man and his art. Come ready to share your insights.
We will savor a good book and learn much, together, of Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh!"
Looking for something for your children? Our fall programming begins on September 16th. Check out our children's page for programming details.
Starting your family tree? The library will hold 2 beginning genealogy classes this fall. Keep on the lookout for dates and times.
Want to receive emails about new items at the library? Sign up for bookpages! Also add them to your RSS feed!
Our Community Read features the book The Circus in Winter by Peru, Indiana author, Cathy Day. Stop by the library to pick up a copy ($8.00 each) or check one out. Join us on Tuesday, August 19th at Mike Beauchamp's presentation of Terrell Jacobs and events associated with the escape of Modoc the elephant from the Great American Circus (6:30 at the library).
Look forward to our author visit by Cathy Day on September 4th, the final day of our community read.
Our Fall Book Discussion Series is titled, The Artist in Love. Here is a note from Phyllis about our series:
"The “Golden Age” of Dutch painting, the 1600s, produced such masters as Johannes Vermeer and Netherlands' greatest artist, Rembrandt Van Rijn. Later, in the 1800s, Vincent Van Gogh painted more than 800 oils. All three captured on canvas ordinary people and everyday life, as well as other art subjects. Their lives were filled with difficulties, complication in love, and always a passion for their artistic work. This fall book series presents a historical fiction of each of these giants in the art world. Lear much of the artist’s life, wrapped in a fictional story. Then enjoy a little research of your own concerning the man and his art. Come ready to share your insights.
We will savor a good book and learn much, together, of Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh!"
Looking for something for your children? Our fall programming begins on September 16th. Check out our children's page for programming details.
Starting your family tree? The library will hold 2 beginning genealogy classes this fall. Keep on the lookout for dates and times.
Want to receive emails about new items at the library? Sign up for bookpages! Also add them to your RSS feed!
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