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22WingspanfeaturesMay 2, 2011wingspan.lccc.wy.edu‘Wild things’ author,Tai Chi spice upsummer event listBy ShannonBensonNews EditorLibraries have long been considereda place of peace and tranquilityfor some, and this summer,the Laramie County Library willhelp further that reputation byadding a Tai Chi class to its list ofsummer events.For years, the library hashosted many events from movienights, to art shows and soapmaking classes. This year, a newTai Chi class will be held Aug. 13.In the past, these activitieshave been focused on the collegestudent and adult demographicin the area, but many children’sactivities are also held.“In the past, we have had a reallygood turnout at these events,especially the movie nights,”said Melinda Brazzale, LaramieCounty Library’s manager ofcommunity and media relations.Many of the activities hosted thisyear are hands-on such as theBad Art Night on Aug. 11 and theSidewalk Arts Celebration on Aug.6.Jennifer Rife, design andhumanities coordinator at the library,said many of the events aregeared toward young adults.“These events and are beingcoordinated by our adult programmingspecialist, LaurelShelley-Reuss, who is focusing onbringing many activities into thelibrary that are of interest to collegestudents and young adults,”Rife said.The Tai Chi class on Aug. 13,will encourage adults to stretchout, try something new andengage the body and the mindunder local Tai Chi specialistGeoffrey Thompson.For those who are comicbook collectors, or just enjoy theliterature, the library will hostFree Comic Book Day along withHeroes Only Comics May 7 from10:30 a.m. to noon. Along withthis, a Comic Art Workshop isavailable on the same day from10:30–11:30 a.m.For those who have childrenand need an activity to expendtheir energy, there are eventsdesigned for children such asDaycare Story Time, Evening Storytime and a Saturday Story Time.“These events welcome parentsto attend, or have a few minutesto themselves while their childrenare being entertained by stories,”Rife said.The library will also host adrop-in Chess Club.Design and humanities coordinatorRife said the library willalso hold a film night dedicatedto Maurice Sendak, author of“Where the Wild Things Are.”“The Sendak film night on June7 is being held in conjunctionwith a large exhibit the LaramieCounty Library is hosting aboutthe life and work of MauriceSendak that will be on display inthe library’s entrance gallery May16–June 24,” Rife said.All events are free to thepublic. For more informationconcerning the events happeningduring the summer, see the LCLSwebsite and calendar at www.LaramieCountyLibrary.org or callthe library at 634-3561.Automatic Garage DoorSales, Service and InstallationPat O’Brien(307) 634-3648(307) 630-2847 Cell2345 Old Happy Jack RoadCheyenne, WY 82001Event listThursday, April 28–Friday, May 27Laramie artists Tessa Dallarosa-Handrich (bookarts),Courtney Googe (installations) and NylaHurley (printmaking) will have art on display.(First floor display cases)Tuesday, May 3, 10:15–10:45 a.m.Chess Club. Chess teacher Gabriel Floud willteach weekly lessons.Wednesday, May 4, 4:15–5:15 p.m.Mother’s day craft. Create a unique Mother’sDay gift for your own mom or another special“mom” in your life and be ready for Mother’sDay on May 8. (K-6th-grade) Storytime RoomSaturday, May 7, 10:30 a.m.–noonFree comic book day. The LCL will give awayfree comic books in partnership with a localcomic bookstore, Heroes Only Comic & Games.The giveaway will be first-come, first-served.(All ages, Gallery) first floor10:30–11:30 a.m.Comic art workshop. A local artist, YusefAbonahmah, will give a presentation on creatingcomic art. Participants should bring a sketchbookand drawing tools and be ready to createcomic art. (Teens and adults) CottonwoodRoom, first floor10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Comic book day movie for kids. The LCL willshow the Disney movie, “The Incredibles.”(rated PG) (Grades K-6th grade) StorytimeRoom, second floornoon–2 p.m.Comic book day movie for teens. The LCL willshow “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.” (PG-13).Lunch and snacks will be provided. (Grades7-12) Sage Room, second floorMonday, May 9–Tuesday, May 31Young artists’ exhibition. The Arts Alliance ofCheyenne sponsors the Young Artists’ competition.(children and families)Tuesday, May 10, 10:15–10:45 a.m.Chess Club tournament. Participants will playa bracketed tournament with one another.(Grades 3-6) second floorThursday, May 12, 6–8 p.m.Jam Session. Open acoustic instrument jamsession. Mark Madrid will be available to teachmusic and answer questions. (Grades 7-12) TeenLounge, second floorSaturday, May 14, noon–4 p.m.Cheyenne clubs and hobbies day. Cheyenneclub and hobby groups gathering. (All ages)throughout the librarySunday, May 15, 2–3 p.m.Young artists’ reception. The Young Artists’competition sponsored by the Arts Alliance ofCheyenne sponsors. The artists will be recognizedat this reception. (children and families’)Storytime Room, second floor• Commercial• Residential• Broken springs• 24-hour emergency service• Free estimatesTuesday, June 7Sendak Film Night: Participants can comeand watch the short film “Higglety PiggletyPop!” followed by the HBO documentary “TellThem Anything You Want: A Portrait of MauriceSendak,”Monday, May 16, 5:30 p.m.Reception for In a Nutshell: The worlds ofMaurice Sendak exhibit and book signing. Apublic reception for the opening of the exhibitionthat will include presentations, music andfood. Sendak will be signing copies of “Wherethe Wild Things Are,” available for purchase.(Adults, teens and families, children with adults)Cottonwood Room/Entrance Gallery, first floorMonday, May 16–Friday, June 24In a nutshell: The worlds of Maurice Sendakexhibit. An exploration of the influence of the Oldand New Worlds in the work of renowned authorand illustrator Maurice Sendak, best known forchildren’s books “Where the Wild Things Are” and“In the Night Kitchen.” (All ages) Entrance GalleryTuesday, May 17, 4:15–5:15 p.m.Chess ClubSaturday, May 21, 3–5 p.m.Lego challenge. Pen session of building withLegos. (Grades K-6) Storytime Room, secondfloorMonday, May 23, 6:30–8:30 p.m.Art flicks. This month’s film is “Nurse, Fighter,Boy,” a Canadian film about a single mother,an illegal boxer and a boy who loves music.This film contains adult themes, content andlanguage. (Adults) Cottonwood RoomTuesday, May 24, 4:15–5:15 p.m.Chess ClubTuesday, May 31, 4:15–5:15 p.m.Chess ClubSaturday, June 11Celtic musician Matthew Gurnsey, “The KiltedMan,” will provide entertainment. BYOK (BringYour Own Kilt)Thursday, June 23Dessert and a Show. Desserts and entertainmentby local magician Dan Jaspersen. Space islimited, so early registration is advised.Monday, July 11Short Film Night. Short films will be played popcornand drinks will be provided at the library.Saturday, Aug. 6Sidewalk Arts Celebration. Art festival on librarysidewalks. A competition for the best sidewalkpiece will be held as well as activities andprograms.Thursday, Aug. 11Bad Art Night. Competition of who can createthe worst art.Saturday, Aug. 13Tai Chi. Local Tai Chi specialist Jeff Thompsonwill hold a Tai Chi session.Monday, Aug. 22Soapmaking session. All supplies provided.