You may have noticed in this month's newsletter that we are offering the walls of the Beshara Room and the small Conference Room walls to budding and established artists. We invested in a nifty hanging system a few years ago, and realized that it isn't being used to its potential. Additionally, the rooms are looking a little uninviting between little or no artwork on the walls, or pictures that have been there for years. Time for some fresh options!
But why bother? The library's mission includes the goals of cultural enrichment, and the provision of a welcoming atmosphere. Many studies have shown that artwork in one's environment promotes creativity, a sense of peace and calmness, and a more welcoming space. Just as important as the colors we chose to surround ourselves in our homes, so too does the artwork matter.
Libraries also have long supported lifelong learning and exploration through the books and other materials selected for the library's collection. We have a wide variety of books and videos providing how-to and how to do it better guides for many hobbies and exploration of the arts. Certainly part of that is providing space to show the fruits of our community's labors.
Hopefully some of our local artists will take the personal risk of showing their handiwork to the community. We will keep you posted through the newsletter and Facebook, but be sure to take a peek in the meeting rooms when you come by the library - at least when there isn't a meeting going on! - and let us know what you think.
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