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Celebrate Earth Day! Artist Kyla Decatur will lead you through a hands-on papermaking workshop using organic materials and plant fibers. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.864.5721.
Statement from the artist, Kyla Decatur:
"I am a papermaking artist by trade. A primary component of my papermaking techniques includes creating and manipulating recycled papers and plant fibers. I use the pulp as a central paint for my artwork. Using the pulp as my medium gives me the ability to capture a vision with a multifunctional texturized surface.
The variety of textures and colors throughout my artwork communicates my story."
Papermaking with Garden Plants & Common Weeds / Helen Hieber.
Trash-to-Treasure Papermaking / Arnold E. Grumme.
The Maple Valley Branch Library is a key component of a neighborhood that finds a welcoming community gathering place within its walls. Artwork features local artists Debra Calhoun, Melissa Daubert, and the late Miller Horns, and a plaque pays tribute to poet and Maple Valley childhood customer Rita Dove. Rich book, movie, and music collections celebrate, among other genres, the extensive contribution of African-Americans to the arts, literature. In addition, the library is a hub of activity that ranges from computers and computer classes, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning and faxing, to hundreds of programs for all ages on themes as diverse as local history, book discussions, crafting, storytelling, homework help, and more.
Local non-profit groups meet at the Maple Valley Branch Library frequently, and Library staff can be found participating in events at local schools and as participants in community organizations working toward neighborhood success. Maple Valley Branch Library is the one-stop spot for education, creativity, and entertainment to suit all interests.