Now On View

*Travers Sculpture: James Travers, a self-taught artist who began sculpting only six years ago, is currently exhibiting his work at the library.

Mr Travers’s welded steel sculptures, created in his studio off Huntingtown Road, often incorporate found objects that have undergone extreme stress by heat, pressure, or forceful impact. Nevertheless, their inherent shape and integrity may be understood. His works range in size from tabletop to monumental. Though abstract in nature, they may suggest human or natural forms, and they are frequently untitled. The smaller pieces, which he calls “scenics,” are often brightly colored and may include some representational elements.

Mr Travers is presenting 13 of his works until December 2.

*Mann’s Miniature Porcelains: Jean Mann is showing a selection of her miniature porcelains until November 24. Her art is on display on both the first and second floor of the library. On Sunday, November 16, at 2 pm, Ms Mann will be giving a talk on her work which the public is invited to attend.

*Fabric & Watercolor Works: Eleanor Loecher is presenting a collection of her fabric collages and watercolor paintings in the Olga Kopeckne Memorial Meeting Room at the library. The exhibition, which opened last weekend, will remain on view until November 29.

A former Newtown resident who now lives in Heritage Village in Southbury, Mrs Loecher has had shows in Texas, New York, New Jersey, Illinois and Florida, as well as in Connecticut. Her work is in private collections as far away as Venezuela.

Adult Programs

*1854 Newtown Maps: One of the library’s beautiful historical maps of Newtown has been reproduced by the Friends of The C.H. Booth Library and can be yours for $40. The 1854 map measures 24 by 30 inches and is printed on 100% cotton rag. It features several familiar Newtown landmarks including homes, businesses, and churches.

*Book Talks: It’s always interesting to discuss a book with a group, so come join one of the library’s ongoing book groups for some great conversation and lively discussion. New members are always welcome.

This month’s discussions include Hardscape by Justin Scott on Tuesday, November 18, at 7 pm; and Autobiography of A Face by Lucy Grealy on Thursday, November 21, at 7:30 pm.

*Computer Classes: Dan Tannenbaum will leading an intermediate-level computer class on Saturday, November 15, from 9 am to noon. Participants need to sign up at the circulation desk for the classes and a $10 supply fee is charged for the intermediate class.

*Attention Friends of the Library: Please check the mailing label on your latest Booth Bylines newsletter for your membership expiration date. We value your continued membership and hope you will update if your current membership has expired.

CH. Booth Library, at 25 Main Street, can be reached at 426-4533 to register for any of its programs or for additional information.