July brings Independence Day, Fosston’s all-school reunion, and then, maybe, after all the hoopla, those lazy, hazy days of summer. At the Fosston Community Library Arts Center, the fun continues with the ongoing summer reading program, “Dig into Reading” and special programs every Wednesday .
On July 10, a naturalist from Itasca State Park will present the “Hole” Truth. Kids are invited to learn about animals that spend at least part of their lives underground - bears, badgers, woodchucks, and who knows what else. On July 17, the children can “Dig into Fossils,” watching a Bill Nye, the Science Guy, video and then making a fossil craft to take home. On July 24, Cheryl Winkelmann will be there for “Dig into Crafts” with a construction-themed craft project. On July 31, it’s another Science Guy video, this one on archeology, for “Dig into the Past,” followed by a chance for the kids to do some digging of their own. I wonder what they’ll find? All these programs are at 2 p.m.
Rehearsals for Fiddler on the Roof will be getting underway this month. One more cast member is needed - male, older teen or adult. This is a speaking part but there aren’t too many lines to learn. Also a number of props are needed - sewing machine (early 1900s), old metal buckets, Jewish menorah, old wooden cart/ wooden wheels, fiddle without strings, old suitcases & trunks. Contact Michelle Marx at pianogirlmarx@gmail.com or 435-1014 if you can help out with this.
The Fosston 4-H has completed the new landscaping around the library and it looks great. Pay special attention when you’re in the vicinity and if you know any of the 4-H members, thank them.
Thinking ahead - this is the year for the Daisy Hagen Auction for the Arts. Sandy Johnson and Sarah Steinbrenner will be in charge this year. It’s not too early to start planning what you might want to donate or what you can do to help. Lynda Lohmeier will again be the auctioneer.
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Watercolor exhibit in the gallery
Watercolors by Phyllis Kalliokoski are currently on display at the Sorenson Gallery. Kalliokoski, a retired art teacher lives is from East Grand Forks. She has also exhibited at the Campbell Library in East Grand Fork, the Urban Stampede and Mayville State University and has been included in several exhibits sponsored by the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council.
Friday, May 31, 2013
June at the Arts Center
It’s June! Is it "busting out all over?" Well, I’m certainly enjoying seeing green instead of white outside my window, and there are a number things "busting out" at the Fosston Community Library Arts Center.
"Dig into Reading, " the 2013 summer reading program got underway on May 29 with a groundbreaking party complete with some heavy equipment. It’s not too late to sign up for the program - stop by the library to pick up a reading log and register for door prizes. All ages from toddlers through teens are welcome.
In conjunction with the summer reading program, there will be a number of special programs. Scheduled in June are the Concordia Science Academy with Graeme Wyllie on Thursday, June 6, "Dirty Harry" caterpillar craft on Wednesday, June 12, The Hidden World with Rydell and Glacial Ridge National Wildlife staff on Wednesday, June 19, and Eat Dirt with Cheryl Winkelman on Wednesday, June 26, all at 2 p.m.
On Friday, June 7, at 7 p.m. there will be a special theater production, "The Mad Adventures of Mr. Toad." Directed by Kristi Noel, the performance will feature 47 children, second through sixth graders. Kristi told me that last year there were 48 kids involved so it should be easier this year. There is no admission charge for this performance, although there will be a tip jar. The tips go to the FCLAA, although they should probably go to Kristi, for being willing to work with 47 children.
By the time you read this, there should be a new exhibit in the gallery - watercolor paintings by Phyllis Kallioski. Stop in and see it.
While you are there to view the paintings, take a look around outside the building. The local 4-H club is planning a landscaping project. They were scheduled to work on it last Friday so unless they were rained out, things should be looking pretty spiffy.
The writers’ group will be meeting Thursday, June 20, at 7:30 p.m. Anyone with an interest in writing is welcome to come. We will probably be taking July and August off, so this is the last opportunity for a couple of months.
I checked with Michelle Marx, director of the upcoming theater production of Fiddler on the Roof, and she told me they are off to a great start with a cast, but are still needing help in the areas of costuming and stage help. Rehearsals will begin in July and production dates are August 8-11. If you are interested in helping out, call Michelle at 435-1014.
"Dig into Reading, " the 2013 summer reading program got underway on May 29 with a groundbreaking party complete with some heavy equipment. It’s not too late to sign up for the program - stop by the library to pick up a reading log and register for door prizes. All ages from toddlers through teens are welcome.
In conjunction with the summer reading program, there will be a number of special programs. Scheduled in June are the Concordia Science Academy with Graeme Wyllie on Thursday, June 6, "Dirty Harry" caterpillar craft on Wednesday, June 12, The Hidden World with Rydell and Glacial Ridge National Wildlife staff on Wednesday, June 19, and Eat Dirt with Cheryl Winkelman on Wednesday, June 26, all at 2 p.m.
On Friday, June 7, at 7 p.m. there will be a special theater production, "The Mad Adventures of Mr. Toad." Directed by Kristi Noel, the performance will feature 47 children, second through sixth graders. Kristi told me that last year there were 48 kids involved so it should be easier this year. There is no admission charge for this performance, although there will be a tip jar. The tips go to the FCLAA, although they should probably go to Kristi, for being willing to work with 47 children.
By the time you read this, there should be a new exhibit in the gallery - watercolor paintings by Phyllis Kallioski. Stop in and see it.
While you are there to view the paintings, take a look around outside the building. The local 4-H club is planning a landscaping project. They were scheduled to work on it last Friday so unless they were rained out, things should be looking pretty spiffy.
The writers’ group will be meeting Thursday, June 20, at 7:30 p.m. Anyone with an interest in writing is welcome to come. We will probably be taking July and August off, so this is the last opportunity for a couple of months.
I checked with Michelle Marx, director of the upcoming theater production of Fiddler on the Roof, and she told me they are off to a great start with a cast, but are still needing help in the areas of costuming and stage help. Rehearsals will begin in July and production dates are August 8-11. If you are interested in helping out, call Michelle at 435-1014.
Saturday, May 11, 2013
At the Sorenson Gallery
Just a few of the works now on display in the gallery - done by Fosston High School students.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
May at the Art Center
Looking back at May FCLAA columns from previous years, I find several references to flowers blooming. This year, however, at least as I write this on April 24, we’re still hoping for all the snow to melt, and flowers don’t seem to be in the near future unless you buy them at the flower shop. Nonetheless, there are a number of enjoyable events taking place at the Fosston Community Library Arts Center this month.
There will be music! On Sunday, May 5, at 7 p.m., Orland Aspen’s vocal students will present their spring recital, and on Sunday, May 12, also at 7 p.m., my piano students will have a recital. The public is invited, refreshments will be served, and they are free. Then on Sunday, May 19, at 3 p.m. two men’s quartets from the Grand Forks area, Fall Creek and Minkota 4, will perform. This concert is sponsored by Northern Exposure to Lifelong Learning.
There will be book club! The selection for May for the Books & BonBons Book Club is The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. Come to the library on Tuesday, May 7, at 7:30 for discussion and dessert, or just show up and have some dessert if you haven’t read the book.
There will be writers’ group! I’m not sure if this is the April meeting late or the May meeting early, but the writers’ group will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 1. New members are always welcome.
There will be a ground-breaking party! No, there isn’t any new construction planned, but the kickoff for the summer reading program, Dig into Reading, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, at 2 p.m. Once again there will be a chance for children to read books, win prizes and attend some special programs throughout the summer. To help promote this, Tammi will be busy speaking to school groups throughout the month.
There will be a new art show in the gallery! Works by 10 Fosston High School seniors may already be on display, and if they aren’t they will be soon. Come and view paintings, drawings and sculpture by these talented young people.
Auditions for the summer theater production, Fiddler on the Roof, have been held this past week. Director Michelle Marx hopes to have the cast selected by midmonth. If you are interested in helping with the production in any way, contact her at pianogirlmarx@gmail.com
Remember, the library will be closed on Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day.
There will be music! On Sunday, May 5, at 7 p.m., Orland Aspen’s vocal students will present their spring recital, and on Sunday, May 12, also at 7 p.m., my piano students will have a recital. The public is invited, refreshments will be served, and they are free. Then on Sunday, May 19, at 3 p.m. two men’s quartets from the Grand Forks area, Fall Creek and Minkota 4, will perform. This concert is sponsored by Northern Exposure to Lifelong Learning.
There will be book club! The selection for May for the Books & BonBons Book Club is The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. Come to the library on Tuesday, May 7, at 7:30 for discussion and dessert, or just show up and have some dessert if you haven’t read the book.
There will be writers’ group! I’m not sure if this is the April meeting late or the May meeting early, but the writers’ group will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 1. New members are always welcome.
There will be a ground-breaking party! No, there isn’t any new construction planned, but the kickoff for the summer reading program, Dig into Reading, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, at 2 p.m. Once again there will be a chance for children to read books, win prizes and attend some special programs throughout the summer. To help promote this, Tammi will be busy speaking to school groups throughout the month.
There will be a new art show in the gallery! Works by 10 Fosston High School seniors may already be on display, and if they aren’t they will be soon. Come and view paintings, drawings and sculpture by these talented young people.
Auditions for the summer theater production, Fiddler on the Roof, have been held this past week. Director Michelle Marx hopes to have the cast selected by midmonth. If you are interested in helping with the production in any way, contact her at pianogirlmarx@gmail.com
Remember, the library will be closed on Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Festival of Tables
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| The Fourth of July Celebration Table by Carrie Nephew |
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| Generosity by Thrivent Financial by Kristi Noel, Thrivent Financial Representative |
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| Burlap & Pearl by Meghan Palubicki and the Red Poppy |
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| All Aboard! by Quinn Olson of the Depot Cafe & Bakery (with Carolyn Reiwitzer) |
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| Birds of Spring by Ann Offerdahl & Paula Swanson |
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| It's the Bees Knees at the Farm by Carol Danielson |
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| Grandma's Apron by Dorothy Killian, Gloria Steinbrenner and Mary Steinbrenner |
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| What is black, white and READ all over? by Syndey, Katlyn and Marlys Balstad |
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| Digging in to Reading! by Tammi Jalociec, Branch Librarian |
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| Wicked Good Fun! by Ladies of the Lake (Betty Puffinberger, Jeanne Sanden, Marilyn Bren, Linda Walters, Kay Sandsmark and Dianne Hajicek) |
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| Use Your Stuff by Vonny Lofstrand and Janice Paulson |
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| Christmas Comes but Once a Year...or does it?! by Terisa Vig |
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| Grandpa's Shed by Lisa Rosendahl |
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| Minnesota Northwoods by Bonnie Albright with assistance from Barb Sather The 12th annual Festival of Tables was a great success. |
Friday, March 29, 2013
April at the Arts Center
April - and the burning question is: Will the snow be gone by the end of the month? One can only hope. There is no question about this though: there is a full schedule of events at the Fosston Community Library Arts Center.
Author-illustrator/musician Doug Wood, whose best known book is Old Turtle, will be at the elementary school on Monday and Tuesday, April 8 and 9. He will also be at the Arts Center Monday evening for a musical presentation and book talk. Time for the event is 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Books & BonBons Book Club meets Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. This month’s book is Defending Jacob by William Landay. I haven’t read it yet, but I’ve heard good things about it, and I know the dessert is always good. Come and join the conversation.
The twelfth annual Festival of Tables fund-raiser will take place on Saturday, April 13, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church here in Fosston. Tickets are available at the library or from Kim Wilson (435-6753) or Joan Dufault (435-6986). Buy in advance as there may not be any left by the day of the luncheon.
National Library Week is April 14-20 with several special events planned. On Monday, April 15, at 11 a.m., there will be a class for those of you who are not yet on Facebook but would like to be. Call the library (435-1320) to pre-register.
On Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. author Wendell Affield will be at the library to talk about his book, Muddy Jungle Rivers. Affield is a Minnesota author and a Vietnam veteran, and his book is based on his experiences in the war. This event is co-sponsored by Fosston American Legion Post 114.
Then on Wednesday, April 17, at 1:30 p.m., Minnesota folk singer/songwriter Dennis Warner, will present a concert. Warner’s best-known song is "Beads on a String," which has been released as a children’s book. His concerts are suitable for all ages.
An extra special happening Friday, April 12, through Sunday, April 21, is the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council exhibit. This is a juried show of approximately 100 pieces from adult and student artists in the region. Viewing times are during library hours as well as from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 21. That same day there will be a reception from 1:30-3 with announcement of awards, music and refreshments.
And that’s not all - on Tuesday, April 23, at 1 p.m., historian Vickie Wendel, will be at the library with a program called "Fashion Trends and Issues: 1850s to 1920s. She will follow women’s fashions from the sewing machine to ready-made clothing ordered from a mail order catalog. This program is supported by Legacy Amendment funds, as is the Dennis Warner concert.
I also need to mention the current display of rosemaling in the Sorensen Gallery. If you haven’t yet seen it, be sure to stop by and take a look as it will be up only until April 10. There are some beautiful pieces painted by a number of local rosemalers.
And lastly, April is Food for Fines month at the library. If you have overdue fines yet to be paid, bring in a non-perishable food item and for each item, $2.00 will be taken off your fine. Food donated will go to the Fosston Loaves and Fishes food shelf.
Author-illustrator/musician Doug Wood, whose best known book is Old Turtle, will be at the elementary school on Monday and Tuesday, April 8 and 9. He will also be at the Arts Center Monday evening for a musical presentation and book talk. Time for the event is 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Books & BonBons Book Club meets Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. This month’s book is Defending Jacob by William Landay. I haven’t read it yet, but I’ve heard good things about it, and I know the dessert is always good. Come and join the conversation.
The twelfth annual Festival of Tables fund-raiser will take place on Saturday, April 13, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church here in Fosston. Tickets are available at the library or from Kim Wilson (435-6753) or Joan Dufault (435-6986). Buy in advance as there may not be any left by the day of the luncheon.
National Library Week is April 14-20 with several special events planned. On Monday, April 15, at 11 a.m., there will be a class for those of you who are not yet on Facebook but would like to be. Call the library (435-1320) to pre-register.
On Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. author Wendell Affield will be at the library to talk about his book, Muddy Jungle Rivers. Affield is a Minnesota author and a Vietnam veteran, and his book is based on his experiences in the war. This event is co-sponsored by Fosston American Legion Post 114.
Then on Wednesday, April 17, at 1:30 p.m., Minnesota folk singer/songwriter Dennis Warner, will present a concert. Warner’s best-known song is "Beads on a String," which has been released as a children’s book. His concerts are suitable for all ages.
An extra special happening Friday, April 12, through Sunday, April 21, is the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council exhibit. This is a juried show of approximately 100 pieces from adult and student artists in the region. Viewing times are during library hours as well as from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 21. That same day there will be a reception from 1:30-3 with announcement of awards, music and refreshments.
And that’s not all - on Tuesday, April 23, at 1 p.m., historian Vickie Wendel, will be at the library with a program called "Fashion Trends and Issues: 1850s to 1920s. She will follow women’s fashions from the sewing machine to ready-made clothing ordered from a mail order catalog. This program is supported by Legacy Amendment funds, as is the Dennis Warner concert.
I also need to mention the current display of rosemaling in the Sorensen Gallery. If you haven’t yet seen it, be sure to stop by and take a look as it will be up only until April 10. There are some beautiful pieces painted by a number of local rosemalers.
And lastly, April is Food for Fines month at the library. If you have overdue fines yet to be paid, bring in a non-perishable food item and for each item, $2.00 will be taken off your fine. Food donated will go to the Fosston Loaves and Fishes food shelf.
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