Street art has a contentious history: some see these public works of art as “interventions” into the fabric of a city, celebrating the reclamation of public spaces, while others see these unsanctioned works as vandalism. In this lecture, I will address prominent street artists, with a focus on the notorious British artist Banksy. We will explore the functions of and various approaches to understanding street art — critically thinking about whether it is an aesthetically driven activity or a method of raising awareness for social and/or political issues. The discussion will focus primarily on England’s street art scene, where Banksy has been most prolific, but the lecture will take us from the streets of London to the West Bank Barrier of the Israeli-Palestinian border to America’s epicenter for street art, New York City.

Presented by Kristin Brockman of The Ohio State University’s Department of Art History.

Get your bike ready for the Fourth of July parade! We will provide materials to make a variety of bike decorations - just bring your bike. Materials available while supplies last. For ages 2-12. No registration is required.
Related Reading: Red, White, and Boom! by Lee Wardlaw

Join us in the lower level of the Lane Road Library for some duck stories and songs. The children will then hunt for rubber ducks and duck “eggs” outside (weather permitting). Afterwards we will make a duck “nest” for the children to take their ducks and eggs home in. Kids of all ages are welcome. Registration is required and begins April 11. In case of bad weather, the hunt will be held in the library.

Related Reading: Little Quack’s New Friend by Lauren Thompson

Come to the Lane Road Library to hear a story, meet Olivia the costumed character, and make a craft. For all ages – no enrollment is required. Don’t forget your camera!

Related Reading: Olivia and the Puppy Wedding by Ian Falconer