Apr 28, 2011

PBJ & Jazz Returns to the Topiary Park; 2011 Summer Schedule Announced

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The Friends of the Library, in partnership with the Jazz Arts Group, Friends of the Topiary Park and the Columbus Museum of Art, are pleased to bring PBJ & Jazz back to the Topiary Park again this summer.

These free, kid-friendly concerts will take place from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m on the second Saturday of the month (June through September) immediately following Storytime at the Main Library.  Pack a lunch, bring the kids, and stay for an art activity after the concert.

It’s a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon in the park!

 

Mar 27, 2011

GLHS student artwork on display in April

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Mark your calendars for an opening reception on Thurday, April 7, when a selection of 50 works by Gahanna Lincoln High School students officially opens. The exhibition, highlighting student work from the 2010-2011 school year, will remain on display through April 27.

This youth-inspired exhibit is made possible by CML, the Friends of the Library and the Gahanna Jefferson Public Schools.

 

Mar 3, 2011

Ceremonial Objects-inspired show begins today in the Carnegie Gallery

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The Friends of the Library invite you to discover new works from Art in the House -  an out-of-school time arts program for children 5-11 years old – that will be on display in the Carnegie Gallery (2nd floor of the Main Library) from March 3 – March 26, with an open reception on March 16 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. in the Carnegie Gallery.

The works presented in the Carnegie Gallery are inspired by Ceremonial Objects: West African Artifacts from the Otterbein University Collection featuring masks, carvings and functional objects from diverse cultural sources. The Ceremonial Objects exhibit is currently on display at the Frank Museum of Art at Otterbein University in Westerville and runs through June 3.

 

Feb 16, 2011

Homework Help Centers now in every CML branch!

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As of last Wednesday, the 21st – and final – Homework Help Center opened at the Dublin Branch. This means that CML now provides this vital service to students at all of our branch locations.

During the past six years, the Friends have been a proud partner with CML to make these 21 centers a reality, giving communities yet another reason to consider their library a point of pride, as well as students an opportunity to get the educational support they need after school.

Congrats CML, on this important milestone that truly helps to transform lives.

 

Jan 13, 2011

Goodwill Art Show Opens at the Carnegie Gallery

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THE GOODWILL ART STUDIO AND GALLERY is an innovative arts program for individuals with disabilities and other barriers. The organization offers the opportunity for creative self-expression through encouragement and collaboration with professional artists. This process results in the creation of high quality artwork that is creative and expressive.

The show runs now through February 26. Please join us for the opening reception January 20 from 6-8pm in the Main Library’s Carnegie Gallery (2nd floor).

 

Dec 30, 2010

Friends: thank you for making 2010 a success

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Before we close the book on 2010, the Friends of the Library want to say “thank you” to everyone who helped make 2010 such a memorable year for our beloved library. From passage of the November levy to being acknowledged as the 2010 Library of the Year by Library Journal, the support of our Friends played a critical role in helping the library realize these important achievements.

So whether you volunteered as part of the levy, renewed your membership, increased your membership level or encouraged someone else to become a Friend – thank you. FOL exists to advocate on behalf of the library and to support critical and innovative programs that make our library system the best in the nation.

Following is a brief video featuring Pat Losinski, executive director of the Columbus Metropolitan Library, accepting the 2010 Library of the Year award.

 

Dec 10, 2010

Dublin branch to unveil new children’s mural on Dec. 15

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Thanks to a generous donation by Dublin branch customer William Kinnard – and a matching gift from the Friends of the Library – a vibrant and fanciful mural will welcome visitors into the children’s area of the Dublin branch. The mural, which was painted on thin boards and installed in pieces to avoid scaffolding, will be revealed to the public as part of an unveiling ceremony on Wed., December 15 at 6:00 p.m.

Dublin branch customers and representatives from the Dublin Arts Council, library staff and Friends of the Library selected the local artists based on their bold use of color, inclusion of Ohio native animals, engaging elements from nursery rhymes, and promotion of letter knowledge.

Below is a sneak peek at a small section of the mural being installed by the artists. 

 

 

Dec 4, 2010

Friends Appreciation Week arrives Dec. 6-12

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It’s that time of the year again. The Library Store at the Main Library is offering  a 25 percent discount on everything in the store to anyone who is a Friend of the Library.  The sale begins on Monday Dec. 6 and ends Sunday, Dec. 12. What a great opportunity appease your inner Santa by stocking up on stocking stuffers and supporting your Library.

Not yet a friend? Nothing says happy holidays quite like a membership to the Friends!  Purchase or renew a membership today by clicking on our “membership” tab for secure purchase through our website.

 

Nov 13, 2010

5th Annual Ohio Online Visual Artist Registry Juried Show

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Please join us for our award reception

Saturday, December 11, 2:00-3:30pm.

Main Library’s Arts & Media Division

96 S. Grant Ave.

 

This annual show is a joint project of the

Ohio Arts Council’s Individual Artist Program,

the Arts & Media Division of Columbus Metropolitan Library and

 the Friends of the Library.

 

Nov 13, 2010

Kind of blue

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Kind of Blue features original works by the Fresh A.I.R. Gallery’s Artists Circle of Friends, which unites artists in an effort to bring about knowledge and opportunities to one another in collaboration with community.

Fresh A.I.R. (Artists In Recovery) Gallery exhibits the works of individuals affected by mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. Through art, they educate the community and work to break down the stigma of mental illness and substance abuse by bringing focus to the artistic vision. The Fresh A.I.R. Gallery is a project of Southeast, Inc., Recovery & Mental Healthcare Services.

The Friends of the Library proudly presents this show that runs until December 28.

 

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