Calvert Library Art in the Stacks in April (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 24, 2016

Contact: Barbara Boward

410-326-5289

Calvert Library Art in the Stacks Features Local Artists

Local artists Jane Connor, Deborah Harkins, and Edward Davenport will be exhibiting their works at three Calvert Library locations in April 2016.

Painter Jane Connor was delighted to be stranded in Iceland for three days during a blizzard – she was inspired to paint its beauty. Formerly from England where she studied Spatial Design for four years, Jane enjoys creating with different media. The Icelandic paintings on display at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch in April are primarily done in oils and acrylics. Currently an Artist on Wheels, Jane will soon be opening a North Beach Wine and Design. Jane’s exhibit at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch opens April 1 and runs through April 30, 2016.

Edward Davenport will exhibit his photographs of the Drum Point community, animals and landscapes at Calvert Library Prince Frederick April 1 through June 2, 2016.

Deborah Harkins has been making art since she was a child. In addition to photography, she designs and creates beaded jewelry and fused glass jewelry. Deborah’s interest in photography began when she started to shoot with her phone and point and shoot camera. She soon moved to a DSLR which offers her a greater opportunity to translate what she sees in her mind’s eye to the final framed image. Her subject matter ranges from flowers and plants to insects, wildlife and landscapes. Meet artist Deborah Harkins at her opening reception, Tuesday, April 5, 2016, 5:30-8 p.m. at Calvert Library Southern Branch. Deborah can be reached at lbabetsahl@yahoo.com.

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

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Make Your Own Website Workshop using Wix (press release)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

Learn How to Make Your Own Website using Wix.com

On Saturday, April 9, Charles Gauthier, owner of Chespax Web Design, will be teaching a free class that is open to customers of all ages.  The class will walk you through the steps of creating your own website using the free online site, Wix.com.  The class will be held at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick in Meeting Room 3 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.

 

Mr. Gauthier has been creating websites since the early 80’s after attending the University of Delaware under the National Science Foundation’s summer grant program to interest teachers in using computers in education.  He was the Technology Coordinator at Plum Point Middle School until he retired in 2006.  Since that time, he has worked with businesses throughout the region designing and building websites.
        

Wix.com is a cloud-based web development platform that allows users to create HTML5 websites and mobile sites through the use of their online drag and drop tools. The visually impressive layouts are appealing for small businesses, restaurants, online stores and artists such as musicians and photographers. They are optimized for mobile devices and can be spiced up with one of the numerous apps available from the Wix App Market.

 

To get the most out of this class, you must have your own laptop.  It is suggested that you plan ahead and have the digital photographs and images, videos and graphics organized so they can be added quickly to the website you will create.

 

“I am hoping people who may not think they could ever create a website come on by and see what a lot of fun it can be,” says Mr. Gauthier.  To register or get more information, go to calvertlibrary.info or call Robyn Truslow at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

Calvert Library…Your Source for Awesome!

 

Gala Art Auction Announced by Calvert Library Foundation (press release)

March 11, 2016

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

 

On Saturday, April 16, 2016, the Calvert Library Foundation will host the third Gala Art Auction to benefit all Calvert Library locations. Whether you are into art or not, this is an outstanding “date night.”  An extravagant pre-auction "Taste of the Region" reception, with live musicians, and a review of the collection of art to be sold will begin at 6:30 p.m., with the Auction starting at 7:30 p.m.  It will be held at Vianney Room behind St. John Vianney Church.  The professionally curated collection of beautifully framed art, including the works of many prominent international artists, as well as sports and music memorabilia, will be auctioned by an entertaining, professional auctioneer out of New York. Art values will accommodate a broad range of budgets - many not expensive at all! 

 

Tickets for the reception, wine tasting and the auction are just $20 from any Calvert Library location.  There will be a cash bar. Even if you are not able to attend, you can still support the event by purchasing 50/50 raffle tickets at any Calvert Library location and there are a variety of sponsorship opportunities available.  Email LibraryArtAuction@comcast.net for details or check calvertlibraryfoundation.com.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

Calvert Library…Your Source for Awesome!

 

Calvert Library Art in the Stacks Features Local Artists (press release)

March 11, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Robyn Truslow

410-535-0291

 

 

For March 2016, Calvert Library presents the work of 5 local artists exhibiting photography, watercolors, acrylics, and mixed media at 3 of our locations.

 

Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch features photographer Faye Kepner’s show entitled “Raising the Barre,” depicting dancer Ana Collins. Faye started her photography career about 5 years ago; her work focuses on portraits of babies, children, families, seniors, and dancers. Faye found inspiration from her own father’s wedding photography business. Meet Faye Kepner, March 16, from 7- 8 PM at Twin Beaches. Faye’s work is showing March 1 – 31, 2016. To learn more the artist and her work, visit www.momentsbyfayephotography.com.

 

Artist Joshua Owen’s show at Calvert Library Prince Frederick runs through March 31. His show, “The Humble Setting,” features abstract acrylics on canvas. Joshua has loved painting since first being introduced to the work of Jackson Pollock. “…painting is so exciting that once I get started painting I often paint until I am out of canvas!” says Joshua, who has had both gallery and solo shows throughout Southern Maryland and in Los Angeles. Meet Joshua Owen, Saturday, March 26, 1-2 p.m. at Prince Frederick. To learn more about Joshua and his work, go to www.josh.artpickle.com.

 

At Calvert Library Southern Branch in Solomons, artists Karen Zuza and Peggy Hovermale present a group show of watercolors and mixed media. Their show at the Southern Branch runs through March 31.  Karen Zuza painted her first watercolor, “Three Pears, Of Course” in 2005. With gratitude to her teacher, Mary Blumberg, Karen continues painting with watercolors which amaze her with their jewel-like luminous qualities. This is Karen’s first public exhibit. To see more of Karen’s work, go to www.zuzapaints.com>. Peggy Hovermale began painting in 2009 when artist Nancy Carver Thompson held an art demo for a group of friends. After painting her first seascape, Peggy was hooked! Abstracts with acrylics followed: “I love the freedom and flow of using that medium…Painting has become my passion!” Peggy has served as President of the Calvert Artists’ Guild, and exhibited at Annmarie Gardens, Asbury, and Artworks@7th. To learn more about the artist and her work, email Peggy at pjhovermale1@yahoo.com.

 

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Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

Calvert Library…Your Source for Awesome!

 

Calvert Garden Club donates books to Calvert Library (photo release)

 

The Calvert Garden Club celebrates Books in Bloom at Calvert Library with floral designs inspired by favorite children's books and donates eight children's books to the library.   The books are to encourage the love of flowers and gardening  and will be available at all four branches.   Pictured are:  Joyce Fletcher and Vicki Geneva, co-chair of the Calvert Garden Club event and Carrie Plymire, Calvert Library Director, and Beverly Izzi, Youth Coordinator.

 

 

For further information, contact:   Margaret Fahs   410-586-1449

 

 

Robyn Truslow

Public Relations Coordinator

Calvert Library

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410-535-0291

410-535-3022 (fax)

Calvert Library…Your Source for Awesome!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tween Choice Night: Vine and Dine at Calvert Library

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

 

Contact: Beverly Izzi

Phone:  410-535-0291 ext. 224

 

Tween Choice Night: Vine and Dine at Calvert Library

 

Tweens, do you love watching hilarious, adorable, and amazing videos online? 

If so, grab your friends, come to the library, and watch them on the big screen!  We asked and you voted for a Vine and YouTube viewing night.  We heard you! 

If you are in grades 5-7, please join us on Thursday, April 7^th from 6:30-8:00 pm, at Calvert Library Prince Frederick for a fun night of pizza and videos!  Request clips from pre-selected Vine and YouTube videos in a Karaoke style.  While we watch, we will be busy creating artistic and delicious candy sushi for dessert!  Register today! Space is limited! 

For more information, check out our website at calvertlibrary.info or call us at 410-535-0291. 

 

 

 

 

Beverly Allyn Izzi

Youth Services Coordinator

 

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410.535.0291/301.855.1862

Fax 410.535.3022

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Beverly Allyn Izzi

Youth Services Coordinator

 

850 Costley Way

Prince Frederick, MD  20678

410.535.0291/301.855.1862

Fax 410.535.3022