Although it does not look like spring, the library is ready to move into a new season with a new art show and a packed schedule of programs. This newsletter highlights some, but be sure to check our website calendar for more.
We have a new art exhibit in our second-floor gallery space. The beautiful colored pencil drawings of artist Gail Arceneauxwill be on display in March and April. The artist will hold a reception with a Q & A on Thursday, March 9th at 5:30pm. Read more about the artist and her work here.
Britt Festival performers are coming back to the library! Put this one on your calendar.
Ignace Jang: Recognized for his ability to forge personal connections with audiences, Ignace Jang is the concertmaster of the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra and the Britt Festival Orchestra, and a faculty member of the Music Department at the University of Hawaii Mānoa. Jang was a grand prize winner at the Rodolfo Lipizer International Violin Competition, held in Italy, where he was also the recipient of the Jury's Special Prize for outstanding musical personality. Born to Korean parents in Grenoble, France, Jang met the violin at the age of five.
Kirsten Jermé: A passionately committed performer and teaching artist, cellist Kirsten Jermé has performed chamber music internationally from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. to La Pieve di Gropina in Arezzo, Italy. She appears regularly as a chamber musician with Sullivan County Chamber Orchestra and is a member of the Britt Festival Orchestra in Jacksonville, Oregon. She recorded with Mimesis Ensemble for Bridge Records and performed with groups including Ensemble 20-21, Orchestra for the Next Century, the New England Symphonic Ensemble at Carnegie Hall, and the Orion Symphony Orchestra at Royal Festival Hall in London.
Kayleigh Miller: Kayleigh is a movement educator and professional classical musician. Kayleigh is passionate about creating connection, using music and movement as means to connect people with the human experience, and reconnect people to their own bodies and internal experiences.
Indoor Film Screening: “Big Dreams in Umatilla”
Join us on Thursday, March 2nd at 5:30 pmfor a free indoor screening of the 2021 documentary film Big Dreams in Umatilla. Concessions will be provided.
This film comes with our highest recommendation. It is an inspirational story about what is possible in a community like ours when the schools are struggling.
The film description says,"Kids who grow up in the poorest communities throughout America are surrounded by limits. Money is tight. Work is scarce. Education is poor. And college? That’s just a dream. At first glance, Umatilla, Oregon, fits this stereotypical profile. But, look a little closer, and you’ll find a school superintendent who refuses to see limits, a community that invests in its schools, and kids who excel when given the opportunity. This is a story about a robotics team and how it united a town and taught its kids they could and should reach for the stars."
We had a great trivia night at the library in February! Thirty people participated, one of the participants shared their birthday cake, and the winning team donated the $150 pot to the library. Thank all who participated! We look forward to seeing you on the 3rd Thursday at 5:30pm.
Do you have a favorite book? If so, what is it?
I’m not sure I have a favorite book but my favorite author is definitely Louise Penny. I usually never buy books, preferring to check them out of the library, but I own all of hers.
What was the first book you can remember reading on your own?
I first read either Hop on Pop or Go, Dog. Go! on my own — both books part of a subscription to a book club my grandparents gave our family in the 1960s.
Do you prefer hardcovers, paperbacks, or audiobooks? Why?
I enjoy a book I can hold in my hands — doesn’t matter if it’s hardcover or paperback. I have read some books on an iPad but I’m not sold yet. We used to listen to audiobooks in the car with our kids on long trips. We will never forget listening to Holes with the girls on a trip to San Francisco.
As an adult, have you ever read a graphic novel? If you have, what did you like or not like about it?
I have read a couple of graphic novels. I’m a word person so I kind of enjoy the pictures that my mind generates while I read.
What role have libraries played in your life?
When I was young, the library was an endless source of books. As I grew older it was a safe place to hang out and do homework or read. As an adult I’ve been able to enjoy art, music, historical displays, and informational talks at the library, as well as still taking advantage of the endless source of books. Whenever we move, the first place in our new town we visit is always the local library to get a new card!
What is something about Curry Public Library that you really like?
I love how our library is constantly looking to find new ways to meet the needs of the community.
What is some inside information about the library that not everyone knows, that you would like to share?
Ask me next year about inside information. ;)
March Tech Lab Programs
The tech lab has some great hands-on program planned for March. and they are all FREE. So many things to learn! You can easily register on the Tech Lab Events page on our website. One-on-one technical assistance is also available. Go to the Tech Lab page to register for an appointment.
Sticker Design with Adobe Illustrator Saturday, March 4 at 10am-12pm
Learn how to use Adobe Illustrator to design your own custom stickers using vector-based design.
Laser Cutter Demonstration Sunday, March 5: Drop-in 12pm-5pm
Drop in between the hours of 12pm and 5pm to learn about the library’s full spectrum Muse laser cutter/engraver.
Laser Cutter Tab and Slot Animals Monday, March 6 at 1pm-3pm
Design and create a simple tab and slot animal using the library’s laser cutter. Recommended for ages 11 and up.
Create a Personal Website Part 3 Monday, March 6 at 3pm-5pm OR Sunday, March 12 at 1pm-3pm
Learn how to use Adobe Dreamweaver to create a personal website that can be used to showcase your arts/crafts, or to share your travel photos and diaries, or present your views on a subject of interest (blog). A personal website has a small footprint, does not use complicated code, and is relatively easy to maintain over time. Part 3 will focus on using CSS to control the look of the site with text styles, background gradients, borders, etc.
Print & Cut Stickers Saturday, March 18 at 10am-12pm
Learn how to print and cut stickers using the library’s Cricut vinyl cutter. Recommended for ages 11 and up.
Intro to Digital Photography Sunday, March 19 at 1pm-3pm
This course is intended for novice camera users who want to learn camera hardware, settings, etc., or those who would like a refresher. It will cover standard digital camera settings such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Commonly used terms such as bokeh, depth of field, and so forth will be explained. Although software (such as Photoshop) will be mentioned this course is primarily intended to familiarize attendees with camera usage. DSLR, Point-and-Shoot, and phone cameras.
Laser Cutter Tab and Slot Animals Monday, March 20 at 1pm-3pm
Design and create simple tab and slot animals using the library’s laser cutter. Recommended for ages 11 and up.
Sew a Reusable Grocery Bag Saturday, March 25 at 10am-12pm
Learn how to use a sewing machine to create a simple reusable grocery bag.
Do you know the name of this best-selling non-fiction author? He will be coming to the library on the evening of April 5th. Mark your calendar and keep an eye out for details.
Mark your calendars!
The 2023 Friends of Curry Public
Library annual book sale is
planned for Memorial Day
weekend, May 26-May 29
Masks are optional. We maintain a no-contact shelf in the lobby where patrons can easily pick up requested items. All returned library items are cleaned before they are returned to the shelves.
Questions or ideas for how we can serve you?
Please call us at 541-247-7246 or email currylibrary@cplib.net
