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Library Artists Enjoy Learning Together

After hearing about the art fun taking place at the Astor Public Library for many months, we made the journey a few minutes north last week to enjoy a painting lesson at the beautiful county library on Alco Road.  
    We enjoyed the acrylic painting class directed by substitute teacher Will Chalker, who is the usual teacher for the drawing class that takes place at another time.
    Chris Hokenson brought beautiful handmade sugar cookies for all the students to enjoy. The cookies were in the shape of tiny artist palette with brushes. Wow! Very delicious and pretty.
    At the art lesson, which begins each Wednesday at 12:30 p.m., students are given materials and instructions at no charge and are allowed to create for 1 1/2 hours.
    The large group of 18-20 local residents enjoyed the create space, worked both with the teacher and independently, shared materials that are provided by the “Friends of the Astor Public Library,” and encouraged one another. We were greeted by Tina Noodle (of Blackwater Inn fame) with smiles and enthusiasm.
    The beautiful classroom is easy to navigate; the teacher was friendly and helpful and everyone had a great time learning to paint.
    For more on the Astor Public Library and the “Friends” group check out their website. Marlene Sparks is the painting instructor on a typical week.