The Rock Island Main Library 2nd Floor Art Gallery will host a special art exhibit from Delores De Wilde Bina, "Bina Butterflies," from May 1 to July 1, 2010. The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours.

Many of the large butterfly collages come from her July 2009 Bina Mapflies series, which incorporate various textures, maps and other images. The maps in the collages “represent places I have visited or plan to visit. They also represent the world the butterfly inhabits. The map is a textural surface that allows me to manipulate patterns, textures and create illusionary depth,” says Bina. The pieces in the exhibit include collage, acrylic paint, varied inks, pencil and layered materials.

Bina will host a public reception on May 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the library art gallery. The event is free and open to the public.

EULENSPIEGEL PUPPET THEATRE COMPANY

presensts:

Stories & Cuentos:  An International Collaboration

The performance includes two classic Mexican animals tales.  The use of hand puppets, rod puppets, masked characters and music incorporate both Spanish and English.

10am at the Main Library

MEXICAN SONGS & GAMES WORKSHOP

Join the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre after the puppet show for an exciting workshop of Mexican songs and games.

Wednesday, May 12th, 11:15 at the Main Library

BOOK TASTING

We will be offering a "book tasting" which offers an evening menu of books in Spanish and English.  Refreshments will be served along with a choice of books for appetizer, dinner and dessert.