Berne Library Notes for Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Sally and Marshall were chatting in front of the fireplace about their recent visit to see Nettye Lamkay’s paintings at the library. Checking out each month’s art exhibit followed by exchanging views on their favorite pieces is now their second-Friday-of-the-month date night.
Marshall’s been working on a mural in their meditation room for three years now. Every time a new artist showcases their work, Marshall is inspired to give the mural some extra added attention.
“I was drawn to that pastel scene with the reeds and swirling water from the Ann Lee Pond picture,” Sally started.
“It was a toss-up between the Wyoming evergreens surrounding the lake in the distance and the tangled tree branches subtly masking the green steps rising up from the pavement. That stair scene was kind of a tease. Like you wanted to fight your way past the tree and see what was up those stairs.”
“Hmmm. I can see that. It’s so wonderful to see the magic created in paintings, isn’t it Marshall?”
“Agreed. Which gets me to thinking about that mural I’ve been trying to complete.”
“You’ll get there, babe. My confidence in you never wavers. Cheers to date nite.”
Marshall smiled. They clinked glasses and drifted off into hazy wonderings while watching the flames leap about.
Essay contest
Journeys On the Page, a writing group that began meeting virtually in the summer of 2020, is inviting you to its first essay contest.Send your essay of 750 to 1,500 words written around the following theme: “Describe in detail what your ideal library looks and feels like.”
Be as bold and creative as your pen will allow. Dare to follow a newly hatched thread of thought. If you want waterfalls inside, throw it on the page. A sound booth for recording music CDs, tell us about it.
Share your wildest creative vision of what your ideal library is made of and how it connects to the community.
Send your essays to sandra@bernepubliclibrary.org by March 31, 2022 or drop off your typed masterpiece in person. More details to follow.
Photo exhibit
The Seventh Annual Berne Public Library Juried Photography Exhibit sponsored by the Friends group is fast approaching. The entry deadline is Monday, Jan. 31. Categories to shoot for: Vroom!, Garden Delights, Play Ball!, and All Creatures Great and Small.
Talk about cannabis
Coming up in January, save the date: Tuesday, Jan. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m., a third installment of Community Conversations will be rolling out. “Let’s Talk About Cannabis” is on the table. Reserve your spot by calling 518-872-1246.
Food prep
Oh, and if you’re looking for food-prep inspiration, we just added four seasons of “America’s Test Kitchens” and two seasons of “Cook’s Country” to the “New To Berne” DVD collection, thanks to a kind donation. Time to get cooking and invite us over for dinner. Now picture seven laughing emoticons and call it a day.