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The public is invited to attend an opening reception of the latest “Art @ Your Library” exhibit featuring artists from the Midwest Basket Guild on Friday, August 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees can meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments and live music provided by NISOM. This exhibit will display in the historic second floor rotunda through September 21. Art pieces on display are also available for purchase.
The mission of the Midwest Basket Guild is to foster an appreciation for traditional American baskets. The guild has held workshops and several members have participated in local art and craft shows. They meet once a month where a basket weaving project is led by one of the members. The featured artists are for the show are Pam Brown, Linda Chmelar, Cindy Ehrlich, Marita Hale, Diane Knockel, Pat Kramer, Joy Maples, Sandy Michalik, Regina Riley, and Mary Thompson.
Art @ Your Library features unique, local artists throughout the year. Each exhibit is on display for two months and is open to the pubic during regular library hours. Most art pieces included in the exhibitions are also available for purchase.