October at the Library Arts Center

I have two things to say about October: 1) How can it be here already when school just started last week?
2) BOOK SALE!  Yes, it’s time for the annual used book sale in the basement of the Fosston Library. The selection of books is great with something for everyone, and nothing is priced at more than a dollar. Proceeds go toward library programming. Shop early for best selection.
Of course, I actually have several more things to say about what’s going on in October at the Fosston Community Library Arts Center.
Featured in the gallery is a display by local artist Karen Dearing. There are papier-mâché bowls, collages and assemblage work. Come and take a look; then go shopping in the basement.
There are two special musical programs during the month.  The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra will be performing on Friday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. This four-piece ensemble plays what is described as “an eclectic mix of original and traditional country-edged, jazz/fusion instrumental pieces.”  Then, on Wednesday, Oct. 30, singer/songwriter Kevin Bowe will perform at 7 p.m. Bowe was raised in rural Minnesota and has performed with a number of different bands. His style is described as “roots/Americana.”
In conjunction with Teen Read Week, there will be a special program of interest to adults too as paranormal researcher Chad Lewis will do a presentation on Minnesota’s Most Haunted Locations on Friday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. Lewis spoke here several years ago and drew a standing-room-only crowd, so you may want to come early to get a good seat.
Book club will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. This month’s selection is Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. It’s a good one.
Keep in mind that the Daisy Hagen Auction for the Arts will be held on Sunday, Dec. 1, at 1 p.m. If you are interested in donating something, contact Sandy Johnson (435-1600) or Sarah Steinbrenner 435-6504). Sandy and Sarah, both members of the FCLAA board, have taken on the task of being in charge of the auction this year. FYI, other members of the board are Orland Aspen, Wonell Miller, Ray Miller, Keri Mireault, Becky Overmoe, Jeanne Rains, Bernadette Sorenson, Bonnie Stewart and Scot Wilson.
Here’s one last little tidbit: The library will be closed on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 14, while the staff attends an all-day workshop.