The 2010 HAPLR Index was just released and in our category of 1,562 libraries, the Shorewood Public Library ranked 28th. But what is more impressive is that out of all the libraries in Wisconsin, Shorewood ranked 4th – higher than any other Milwaukee County library! The index uses federal data provided by 7,930 public libraries in the U.S. and it identifies those libraries with the highest input and output measures. Shorewood’s success is due to terrific community support. Congratulations to Library Director Beth Carey and her talented team of librarians who enthusiastically serve our Village. Stop by the Shorewood Public Library soon at 3920 N. Murray Ave. and see for yourself how great a community library can be! Our library is at the center of the community.

SPECIAL NOTE: The Friends of Shorewood Public Library is pleased to invite Shorewood adult residents to enter “Art Between the Pages,” a new, juried art exhibition showcasing local talent. “Art Between the Pages” will be on display from June 18 through August 29 at the library, celebrating the richness and talents of the Shorewood community and demonstrating what a desirable place Shorewood is to live, work and raise a family.

All Shorewood residents age 18 years and older are invited to enter “Art Between the Pages.” Original work in clay, fiber, glass, leather, metal, painting, paper, wood, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media is eligible. Work must be original and produced by the exhibiting artist, and must be appropriate for display in space available at the library, including walls and the tops of low bookcases. (There are no locked cases.)

Applications for “Art Between the Pages” must be received by Saturday, May 22. There is no fee to enter and artists may either send in photos of one to two pieces of work, or drop off their original art for jurying on Saturday, May 22 between 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Library. (Original work can then be picked up the same day between 3-4 p.m.) Exhibit applications are available for pick up at the library or may be downloaded from the library website at www.shorewoodlibrary.org.

Cash awards of $150, $100 and $50 will be awarded to first, second and third place winners. Work may be priced for sale, but all sales must be handled between the artist and customer after the show closes on August 29. All work will be insured during its display at the Library. An opening reception will be held at the Library on Friday, June 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Shorewood residents and guests will be invited to meet the featured artists, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and network with their neighbors and friends.

For more information about “Art Between the Pages,” contact Beth Carey at the Shorewood Public Library at 414.847.2676 or beth.carey@mcfls.org.