Category Archives: Arts@Clark

Updates on anything involving or sponsored by Arts@Clark.

Clark Memorial Library’s children’s programming starts up again this week!
Throughout the summer, there will be morning Storytime sessions and unique Makerspace activities offered on Wednesday and Saturday of each week. Arts@Clark activities will be offered on Fridays, and the art displays in the Community room will remain available to visit. Be sure to check out the Calendar of Events to keep track of everything we have planned!

Our first Summer Makerspace activity, Spirograph Art, will take place on Saturday, June 3rd from 12:30 to 4:30 PM. Children will create colorful spirograph designs that they can turn into cards or pendants!

Spirograph Art

There will be a pause in Clark Memorial Library’s children’s programming
from Tuesday May 16 through Wednesday May 31,
to give the staff time to prepare for our summer activities and programs.
Programming will resume on June 1.
The Library will continue to provide all other services during this period.
Keep an eye on the event calendar!

Arts@Clark! Presents: James Vanderberg art exhibit continues through May! Clark Memorial Library,

Have you seen the art exhibit in the Library’s Community Room? Throughout April and May, the exhibit features the work of local artist James Vanderberg. James moved to Bethany with his family in July of 2019 from Brooklyn, New York; he has taught Studio Art and Art History, and is currently the Educator for High School, University, and Community Engagement at the Yale Center for British Art. His art has also been featured in our past Annual Public Art Exhibits!

You can stop by any time during Library hours to visit the art exhibit. The Community Room is at the end of the right-hand hallway off of the Library’s side entrance.

A picture of James Vanderberg with some of his paintings.

Clark Memorial Library Children’s Programs
The following programs will be offered for children throughout April:

Maker Wednesdays
For grades K-5. Join us for Makerspace activities all month. Drop in: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Family Storytimes – Wednesdays and Saturdays
For all ages. Enjoy a lively read aloud and then check out books to take home to read, read, read. Bring a friend! Drop in: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Friday Arts@Clark for Children and Families
For all ages. Stop in Friday afternoon to enjoy our ongoing art exhibits and see what’s new in the Children’s Room. Drop in: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Saturdays are Maker Days!
For all ages. Come explore the Makerspace every Saturday afternoon. Come for a visit and create something! Drop in: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Clark Memorial Library Children's Programs. The following programs will be offered for children throughout March: Maker Wednesdays. For grades K-5. Join us for Yarn Adventures all month, beginning with How to Finger Crochet on Mar. 1st. Drop in: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Family Storytimes – Wednesdays and Saturdays. For all ages. Enjoy a lively read aloud and then check out books to take home to read, read, read. Bring a friend! Drop in: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Friday Arts@Clark for Children and Families. For all ages. Stop in Friday afternoon to enjoy our ongoing art exhibits and see what's new in the Children’s Room. Drop in: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Saturdays are Maker Days! For all ages. Come explore the Makerspace every Saturday afternoon. Come for a visit and create something! Drop in: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

Clark Memorial Library Children’s Programs
The following programs will be offered for children throughout March:

Maker Wednesdays
For grades K-5. Join us for Yarn Adventures all month, beginning with How to Finger Crochet on Mar. 1st. Drop in: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Family Storytimes – Wednesdays and Saturdays
For all ages. Enjoy a lively read aloud and then check out books to take home to read, read, read. Bring a friend! Drop in: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Friday Arts@Clark for Children and Families
For all ages. Stop in Friday afternoon to enjoy our ongoing art exhibits and see what’s new in the Children’s Room. Drop in: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Saturdays are Maker Days!
For all ages. Come explore the Makerspace every Saturday afternoon. Come for a visit and create something! Drop in: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Liz Scott Recycled Art

Recycled Art Displays

Thank you to local artist Liz Scott for these recycled art pieces, which are currently on display both in and outside of the Library!

Third Annual Public Art Exhibit

“Off the Beaten Path” – Third Annual Public Art Exhibit
Sunday, August 14, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Join us Sunday, August 14th (rain date Sunday, August 21st) for Clark Memorial Library’s third Annual Public Art Exhibit!
The theme of this year’s show is “Off the Beaten Path.” As we continue to navigate these challenging times, what roads do we take towards the future? What paths do we forge ahead through our creative responses to the world?
This outdoor exhibit will feature paintings, sculptures, drawings, and site-specific installations by local artists. Artwork will be located throughout the front garden and the back lawn, with entry by our lush Pollinator Pathway walk-through; parking will be available at the Bethany First Church of Christ and Bethany Historical Society.
Free art-making activities will be available for visitors of all ages!