Arts Alive! - April 2005

Turning of a Page
Peoria Public Library at 125 Years

The concept of a public library is still astounding: read all of the books you want-for free. And it's a concept that's worked beautifully in Peoria for 125 years. But how did this landmark come to be? And what's going on at the library now? As the librarians would encourage, read on.

Features
Silhouette
"Horticulture Evangelist" Feels Right at Home at Luthy
Spending the day surrounded by beautiful plants? Designing floral shows? It sounds like many people's dream job, and Luthy Botanical Garden Manager Lauren Howell readily admits it's hers.
Art Guild Hosts Midwest Exhibit of Andres Serrano Work
Controversial artist Andres Serrano has created current work alluding to the grand tradition of studio portraiture, offering imposing, sumptuously lit portraits of a broad spectrum of Americans.
Pen & Ink
Through Art, Peace and Comfort
It's through art, I've learned, that we can best express our feelings. Through tragedy, heartache, and pain, the most beautiful works of art are created.
Columns
Kids & Kudos
20th Annual Spring Celebration Blooms Again
Finale
PSO's World Artist Series: The Best Play in Peoria
ArtsPartners
Defining ArtsPartners' Place in the Community
Art & History
The Peoria Library's Role in History
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Arts Alive! Arts Calendar
April/May 2005
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