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Asian-Pacific Heritage Month

Submitted by Jason V on Wed, 05/08/2013 - 1:05pm

If you were not aware, May is Asian-Pacific Heritage Month. Here at Northwest, we will have several events to spotlight the various peoples and cultures of Asia and the Pacific. On May 18^th, we will have an Origami Workshop at 1:00 pm as well as a Henna Workshop at 2:00 pm. On May 25^th, there will be a Shadow Puppet Show and Craft in the meeting room at 1:00 pm. Be sure to check our online calendar to stay up to date with all our special events throughout the month.

Humans In Space Youth Art Competition

Submitted by Jim Johnson on Mon, 05/06/2013 - 1:44pm

Freeman Library is privileged to have on display from May through August works created by young artists as part of the Humans in Space Youth Art Competition. This international competition, just having finished its second running, "encouraged youth (ages 10-18) to 'Be Inspired, Creative and Heard,' asking them to think about the future of human space flight and to creatively communicate their ideas through their visual, literary, musical or video artwork." Enjoy taking in the many beautiful and creative works from all over the world on display in our Internet Cafe and find out how you can generate interest or be involved in future competitions, which strive for its participants "to enhance their awareness, interest and support for human space flight."

Pointillism painting @ North Channel

Submitted by Christina Thompson on Fri, 04/19/2013 - 3:21pm

pointillism Kids, it's time for another Storybook Art program! This month we will be exploring pointillsim, which is a style of art where you paint using small dots instead of brush strokes. If you'd like to try it out, come to the North Channel Library on Monday, April 22nd @ 4:30 pm. We'd love for you to join us!

Muril Wilson exhibition in Room L 129

Submitted by Barbara M on Fri, 02/01/2013 - 11:22am

Muril Wilson is an award winning artist and former President of the Tomball Art League. She’s been painting ever since, as a young adult, the Teton Mountains took her breath away. Born in Bellmead, a suburb of Waco, her travels back and forth to visit her folks take her through the little town of Calvert where she’s in love with their historic buildings. To date she’s painted twenty-two of them, many of them bought by the building owners. This month she is displaying some of those Calvert paintings as well as other Texas scenes and events. See them in Room L 129.

Holiday Art

Submitted by Jason V on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 10:19am

Have you seen the recent additions to our public bulletin board? Next time you stroll through the lobby, take a moment and appreciate the colorfully decorated reindeer, snowman, and gingerbread houses of our artistic young patrons. We will continue to put up any holiday or winter themed works brought to us throughout the remainder of the year. Coloring pages are still available and although space is limited, we will display all submissions. Happy Holidays!

Leaf Print Painting for Preschoolers!

Submitted by Anna G on Fri, 11/09/2012 - 4:59pm

Leaf print collage Do you like nature? How about paint? Well if you do then join us for our leaf printing program this coming Thursday, November 15 at 10:30 AM to create unique artwork. This Preschool Picassos program is geared towards children 3 +. Hope to see you there!

Flickr CC: leaf print collage: photo by Bridgman Pottery

"Mindful Art" in the Internet Cafe

Submitted by Jim Johnson on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 10:28am

Over the next few months, local artist Eugenia Algaze Garcia will have her works titled "Imagination Unleashed" in her larger "Mindful Art" series on display in the Internet Cafe. Hidden within each beautiful piece are special symbols, figures, and images that provide a different perspective on what you perceive at first glance. Be sure not to miss this imaginative series while it is here!

Art From Panama

Submitted by Jason V on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 9:12am

The Panamanian children's art exhibit is currently on display. If you have time, stop by the book drop windows and take a moment to look at the colorful landscapes, still life, portraits, and other artistic works. Don't forget, on November 17th at 2:00 pm, we will have a very special guest here to discuss Panamanian culture. There will also be coloring pages and other activities available at the end of the program. See you there!

Discover Panama

Submitted by Jason V on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 10:22am

Did you notice how quickly the display case changed? During October and November we are spotlighting Panama. On November 17^th at 2:00 pm, we will have a special guest here to discuss the life and cultural traditions of the Panamanian peoples. If you don't know much about Panama then I invite you to come and discover what the beautiful South American county has to offer. Also, be on the lookout for a Panamanian children's art exhibit which will be featured on the book drop windows.

Interested in Art?

Submitted by Jason V on Thu, 09/13/2012 - 2:09pm

Did you happen to hear about the woman who purchased a painting by Renoir from a flea market for $7? Interested in the ornate frame, she considered disposing of the canvas, which has greatly appreciated in value since the initial purchase. The library is a wonderful place to find out about artists like Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Already know a little about Impressionism but want to learn about other artistic movements like Modernism or Cubism? Peruse our arts section located in the non-fiction 700s area and gain some insight into the world of fine art. Not able to find what you are looking for? We can always request items which are not in our current collection.