September Newsletter.pub - Lake Travis Community Library

September 2014
Lake Travis Community Library
(512) 263-2885 • 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Austin, TX 78734 • www.laketravislibrary.org
Check out the September Calendar of events!
Carol Sikes - Hudson Bend and the Birth of Lake Travis
Carol Sikes, author of Hudson Bend and the Birth of Lake Travis, will present a book talk on
Tuesday, September 16th at 6pm. A native of Austin, Sikes writes with knowledge and
affection about the people who settled along the Texas Colorado River and those who
replaced them when the river became a lake. Sikes offers a collection of essays that explores
a history forever linked with Hill Country culture, New Deal-era programs and Texas politics.
In her work, you will discover the evolution of this cherished region and the courageous
people who shaped it, from the Comanche tribes to the construction workers. Join us!
Mary Barnes Art Exhibit & Reception
Artist Mary Barnes will show her artwork at the library in the month of September. An artist’s reception will
be held on Sunday, September 14th from 2pm to 3:30pm in the library meeting room.
Barnes has been a life-long lover of the arts. Whether it was winning a poster contest in grade school,
working as an interior designer, directing dance programs and workshops with the South Dakota Arts
Council, or volunteering in the Artists in the Schools program, Barnes has been active in the creative
community all her life. She began to explore artistic expression in painting because it reminded her of her
experience in design.
“The elements of design and painting are very similar, involving manipulation of color, shapes, patterns
and textures,” said Barnes. “Developing a painting is an exciting journey in the exploration of color and
design.”
Barnes began painting in oil at The Bunkhouse, a ranch for artists, here in the Texas Hill Country. Many of
her paintings depict scenes from the landscape and buildings around the ranch, Lake Travis and the Hill
Country, as well as scenes from the Texas Coast. She’s also taken an inspirational journey to Venice and
Rome, locations which figure prominently in her work.
Inspired and influenced by fellow artists, Barnes has been a student in classes and workshops with wellknown artists like Vie Dunn-Harr, Gay Fulkenberry, Rusty Jones, Lesley Rich, Bob Rohm, Don Ward,
Charles Sovek, Robert Burridge, and Bobbie Kilpatrick.
While she mostly paints for pleasure, she has also been commissioned for specific
images. Her paintings have been displayed in The Bunkhouse Gallery, Hill Country
Wine and Art Trail Events, Lakeway City Hall, The Wall Street Gallery and Café Lago.
Barnes’ exhibit will be celebrated with a reception on Sunday, September 14th from
2pm to 3:30pm. Read more about Mary Barnes’ work at www.marymbarnes.com. A
portion of the proceeds of the exhibit sales will benefit the Lake Travis Community
Library.
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Children’s Programs
Hola-Hola! Story Time - Saturday, September 6th at 10:30am - This story time is
in Español! Join Ann Benson from SOMOS AMIGOS for stories, songs, and fingerplays
in Spanish. All ages and languages welcome!
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Little Yoga - Thursday, September 11th at 10:30am - This class is for ages three to six. Experience
exercise in a quiet, calming environment. Let’s get moving!
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Lakeway Police Department Visits Preschool Story Time - Monday, September 15th at
10:30am - This special story time will include a visit from a Lakeway Police Officer!
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ABC’s of Cooking - Tuesday, September 16th at 4pm - This cooking class is for five to ten year
olds. Prepare healthy snacks and learn fun facts about food and nutrition. Please see library website
for attendance details. Bon appétit!
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PJ Story Time - Tuesday, September 16th at 6:15pm - Wear your pajamas, have some milk and
cookies, then snuggle in for bedtime stories at PJ Story Time. All ages are welcome!
Bow Wow Reading - Saturday, September 20th from 10:30am to 1pm - In
partnership with the Austin Dog Alliance, we offer Bow Wow Reading for six to twelve year
olds. Please sign up in advance for an individual 15 minute session.
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Mother/Daughter Book Club - Sunday, September 21st at 2pm - Second through fifth grade girls
and their moms are invited to a discussion of Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool.
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Chess Club - Mondays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm - Attention all you chess lovers! The library
hosts a Chess Club every Monday and all ages and skill levels are invited to attend. However, young
chess players must be accompanied by an adult. BYOCS (Bring Your Own Chess Set) and good luck!
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Come to our regular Story Times! Attend Preschool Story Time on Mondays at 10:30am; Toddler Story
Time on Tuesdays at 10:30am; Baby Story Time on Wednesdays at 10:30am; and Story Time on
Fridays at 10am at the Briarcliff Community Center (22801 Briarcliff Drive, Briarcliff, TX 78669). Join us
for story time four days a week!
Dads and Donuts
If you give a Dad a donut, he’s going to want to come to the library with the kids! Right!? Join
us on Saturday, September 27th at 10:30am for a story time, craft, and snacks for Dads and
their kiddos (moms, grandparents and friends are always invited, too)!
Labor Day Closure
Library Card Sign-up Month
The library will be closed on Monday, September
1st for Labor Day. Have a fun and safe holiday!
September is library card sign-up month.
Celebrate by getting a card or referring a friend!
For more information, visit www.atyourlibrary.org.
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Tween and Teen Programs
Taste Buds -
Ages ten and up are invited to this hands-on cooking class on Tuesday, September
9th from 4:30pm to 6pm. Learn a new hobby and make some tasty dishes!
Teen Crafternoon - Join us on September 13th from 2pm to 3:30pm for craft time! Bring your own
crafting project or work with us on making Mod-Podge Birdhouses. Snacks and supplies will be provided!
Teen Book Club - The club will meet at the library on Sunday, September 14th at 3pm to discuss
Tiger Lily by Jodi Lynn Anderson. Snacks will be provided!
Tween Button Making - Hey Tweens, are you a #nerdfighter? A Whovian? A Twi-hard? Team
Dauntless? Come to the library and make your own swag! Join us on Sunday, September 28th at 2pm!
Teen Read Week Art Contest
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to submit an original piece of art inspired
by their personal reading experiences for the library’s fourth annual Teen
Read Week Art Contest. The work will be evaluated by the Friends of the
Library panel of judges and winners will receive cash prizes! Entries must be
received by Friday, October 17th and a selection of entries will be on display
in the library during the month of November. For more information, please
see the entry form.
Batman turns 75!
Come celebrate with us!
The Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce will host
the popular community event Dancing with the Stars
on Friday, September 5th at the Lakeway Resort &
Spa. Tables of 12 are available for $1,200. 20% of
the proceeds will be donated to the library! For more
information, please visit:
Join us on Tuesday, September 23rd at 4pm for
a special Family Flicks. We’ll watch Batman the
Animated Series. Refreshments and popcorn
well be served! Then stop by the library on
Saturday, September 27th from 1pm to 2:30pm
to make special Batman themed crafts. All
materials will be provided.
www.laketravischamber.com/pages/dancing
withthestars
Adult Programs
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Memoir Writing Group - Tuesday, September 2nd at 3pm
OverDrive Digital Library Training - Thursday, September 4th at 10am
Knitting Club - Tuesday, September 16th at 1:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting & Luncheon - Thursday, September 18th at 10:30am
Library Board Meeting - Thursday, September 25th at 2pm
Computer Help - Thursdays at 9am by appointment
Genealogy Group - Friday mornings from 9am to 10am
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Book Clubs
New members are always welcome at all book clubs!
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Friends Book Club - Tuesday, September 2nd at 10am - Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver
Classics Book Club - Monday, September 8th at 1pm - The Leopard by Giuseppe Di Lampedusa
Book to Big Screen Book Club - Thursday, September 18th at 2pm - This is Where I Leave You by
Jonathan Tropper
Bottle of Wine Book Club - Wednesday, September 24th at 7pm - Middlesex by Jeffery Eugenides
Glass of Wine Book Club - Monday, September 29th at 7pm - The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk
Kidd
Volunteer Spotlight
Walking into this beautiful building, it is immediately obvious that the Lake Travis
Community Library is more than just a construction of stone and glass; it is also a
collection of talent and generosity from those who gave their time and skills to create a
wonderful community resource. One of those very gifted and kind individuals is Peter Hitt.
As a retired architect, Hitt was instrumental in selecting the site and reviewing the
architectural firm bids. His helpful guidance and service on the Building Committee was
one of the important keys to success in what we now enjoy as one of the most beautiful
architectural buildings in Lakeway.
Long before he came to Austin, Peter found success as a graduate of Colgate University,
where he studied economics. After graduation, he entered the service as a lieutenant in
the Air Force and was stationed in Japan and Korea. When he returned to the United
States, he decided to become an architect and attended the School of Architecture at
Syracuse University, graduating Cum Laude.
His first position in the field of architecture was in Chicago at Perkins & Will. His specialties included
designing schools, university buildings and health facilities nationwide. Working his way up to the ladder,
Peter became the Senior Vice President in charge of the Chicago office and Director of the Design
Department.
Eventually, Peter and his wife Betsy moved to Dallas to escape the bitter Chicago winters. In 1985, Peter
joined Marshall Erdman & Associates as the Managing Director of the Southwest region designing and
building medical facilities until his retirement in 2000.
Peter didn’t skip a beat—even in retirement. He became an active member of The Hills Property Owner
Association, eventually becoming the President of the Association and taking the lead on designing the
park in The Hills community.
In the Village of The Hills and in our greater Lakeway community, Peter has left his mark. He will be sorely
missed as he plans to return to the Dallas area this week. So, every time you marvel at this incredible
space and take pleasure in the open, clean, modern design, think of our friend Peter and wish him well.