By Janet Dodrill
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By Janet Dodrill
In line to receive limited edition commemorative library card. (Photo: Karen Sandstrom)
The long-awaited new South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library, 1876 South Green Road, South Euclid, Ohio, 44121, had its grand opening on Sunday, October 18, 2015.
Prior to construction of the new building, there was much controversy surrounding the sale of the former building, the charming and historic William E. Telling mansion. It is claimed that the a private sale was made by library officials without the consensus of tax payers. The library claimed that the building was too expensive to maintain and did not lend itself for newer technology and accessibility. The Telling mansion was purchased by an individual who will convert the former library building into the American Porcelain Museum, due to open in spring of 2016.
The new 30,000+ square foot library is very impressive and offers state-of-the-art technology not available at the old library.
An expansive and interactive activity children’s area modeled after the book, Journey by author and illustrator Aaron Becker, has over-sized constructions, movable magnets, and hanging displays, all modeled after its book illustrations.
The youth area houses comic books which can be checked-out, a homework assistance center, and has an attached sound studio for audio recording.
South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
3-D printers will travel from library to library within the Cuyahoga County Public Libraries.
A much improved larger DVD browsing area with plenty of room to walk through multiple movie racks.
Skylights and a sense of openness in the large main room, which houses the main information desk, books racks and public computer terminals. All computers have been upgraded.
I was personally impressed with the new technology training room which will offer free technology classes, and the computers are open to the public in-between classes.
Two double-sided fireplaces and all new contemporary furniture, coupled with tasteful fixtures from the previous building, like table lamps, add style and atmosphere, with designated quiet areas. A writer’s center, and individual meeting rooms with sizes for small business meetings to larger capacity conference rooms are available for reserve in at least 2-hour increments.
The natural light is wonderful, and there is a real sense of unique spaces there.
Limited edition library card, artwork by Janet Dodrill.
I was honored to provide the artwork for the limited edition library card, available through October 25th.
Despite missing the much-loved and unique former location and historic Telling mansion, I am very impressed with the accommodations, technological updates, and comfort the new library brings. Below are a few recent photos.
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Resource Links:
Cuyahoga County Public Library
Cuyahoga County Public Library, South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch
South Euclid-Lyndhurst Library branch opening Sunday draws hundreds, Sun News, October 18, 2015
(Text and photos copyright Janet Dodrill. Not to be used without prior permission.)
South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library, grand opening.
New Cuyahoga County Public Library South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch.
Library grand opening crowd.
Main library lounge area with fireplace.
Main library quiet area with fireplace.
Kiosk at new library.
Library staff Dianne Rose on left. (Photo: Stuart Smith)
Library grand opening dedication plaque.
Main library area and information desk.
Main library area.
Reserved parking for fuel efficient vehicles.
Writer’s center area.
Magnet poem activity in writer’s center.
Technology learning center.
Sound studio for audio recording.
Youth area.
Children’s area.
“Journey” by Aaron Becker.
Children’s area, decorated with inspiration from the book “Journey” by Aaron Becker.
Children’s area castle display, based on the book “Journey” by Aaron Becker.
Children’s area magnet board activity.
Children’s area lounge.
Motion sensor activity, children’s area.
Free donuts for the grand opening from DonutLab.
Free donuts for the grand opening from DonutLab.
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By Janet Dodrill
Artists, Photographers, Designers! Are you selling your images online? There’s a community online of people selling their images at FineArtAmerica.com. I created a shop at http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/janet-dodrill.html and am still adding to it. A variety of items are available for purchase from each image and pricing can be determined, plus, the rights to the images remain your own. Up to 25 images can be posted for free. FineArtAmerica.com does the rest, output of the image, any matting and framing or assemblage, shipping and billing. And satisfaction guaranteed!
In addition to unframed prints and matted and framed prints, my shop offers images on greeting cards, metal or acrylic, pillows and iPhone cases. Visit my shop, or browse and get inspired! You can even create a shop of your own.
Profile page and art images at FineArtAmercia.com.
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By Janet Dodrill
The Valley Art Center in Chagrin Falls, Ohio will host more than 20 artists on Friday, November 8, 2013, from 5-9 p.m. at the Bell Street Fall ARTWALK. Surrounding shops will also participate for an evening of unique artwork, demonstrations and light refreshments. Free parking is available behind the VAC.
Valley Art Center, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
I will have an artist table with original prints, art prints and notecards, and other arts & crafts. I invite you to join us for an enjoyable experience.
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By Janet Dodrill
If there’s something you would like to learn but don’t have the time or money to go to school, try taking a free online course at the Library. Cleveland Public Library offers Ohio residents the opportunity to sign-up for any number of classes in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Business, College Readiness, Computer Applications, Design and Composition, Health Care and Medical, Language and Arts, Law and Legal, Personal Development, Teaching and Education, Technology, Writing and Publishing. Because of my interests, I am drawn to Technology, where there is a category called Graphic and Multimedia Design which includes things like Creating Web Pages, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Flash, and more, at varying levels. The courses run over a 6-weeks period in 2-4 hour increments per week, and are lead by an instructor. An award of completion is given with a passing score.
Obtain a Cleveland Public Library card and have it activated at any CLEVNET library to qualify and enroll at Ed2go.com. See Who May Obtain A Cleveland Public Library Card and How to Apply for a Library Card on CPL’s site. Start dates for this Fall’s classes are Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, and Dec. 12, 2012. Beyond that, check back at the Ed2go.com page. If you’re not in Ohio check with your local library.
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By Janet Dodrill
The historic New Union Center for the Arts
A short distance from Cleveland lies Oberlin, Ohio, a charming college town, with a quaint town square filled with shops, restaurants, and museums. I recently visited an exhibit there, “The Artist as Quiltmaker XV” at FAVA (Firelands Association for the Visual Arts) in the historic New Union Center for the Arts, which runs through July 29, 2012.
The Artist as Quiltmaker XV
The contemporary artist’s quilt exhibit was impressive, and the work diverse in its visual impact and creativity, subject matter, and in technique–using dyes, applique and multimedia, using stitching wizardry both by machine and by hand. The artists represented are from all over the country.
Enjoy these selected artist’s quilt images from the show:
Susan Krueger, Fields, 2011
…inspiration from flying over France and Italy
Sibyl Graber Gerig, Mid-Winter Field, 2011
…capturing afternoon light in mid-winter
May Schonenberger, Dusk, 2011
…using images from my home country, Switzerland
Dusk (Detail)
Mary Ann Weber, Primordial Slime, 2010
…as I meditated, I saw lizards crawling over primordial slime and rocks
Marian Zielinski, 55 Worlds, 2009 (Detail)
…the infinite and undefinable quilt of the universe and my own human perceptual limitations
Marianne R. Willamson, Babbling Brook, 2011 (Detail)
…the movement, and the transparency of the water intrigue me
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By Janet Dodrill
Instagram, www.instagr.am, is a free iPhone app (powered by Tumblr photo sharing service) with increasing popularity and a recent version 2.0 rollout. It allows you to turn your smartphone photos into visually appealing chromatic-like color-altered images through the use of live filters, instant tilt-shift and high resolution abilities.
According to Mashable Tech, it was announced this month that they are developing an Instagram Android (smartphone operating system) app. See Mashable’s “Meet the Top 15 Photographers on Instagram [PICS]“.
Instagram's blog archive
Their web site offers a link to the free iPhone app download. Instagram’s robust blog offers weekly featured “Instagrammers” (photographers), tips, InstaMeets links on Meetup.com (there are currently 745 Instagram communities with 3 in the Cleveland area), social media links to Instagram on Facebook where you can see hundreds of images, and Instagram on Twitter, who I follow are receive notices of news and featured image postings.
Twitter giants, Jack Dorsey and Biz Stone, are avid Instagram users, with Jack posting random travelscapes like in “Found object“, and Biz enjoying his new baby son subject like in “He has my eyes“.
I am a fan even though I am awaiting the Android release to use it myself. Once on Instagram’s blog page, click on the clock icon to see the archive and spend some time acquainting yourself with the interviews, evolving news, user tips, and featured images by its established fan base.
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