EXHIBIT: Altered Books by Janet Manalo

Library Location: Hastings Branch Library Audience: Adults,Adults 50+,Children,Emerging Adults (18-24),Teens,Tweens Event Type: Arts & Culture,Exhibits The Art of Altered Books presents physical structures for viewing language thorough the creation of 3-D assemblages. Discarded books emerge as up-cycled mixed media pieces which stimulate curiosity, and generate conversations and provide reimagined stories. The altered books' visual representations range from current societal situations to whimsical structures, expressed thought images and words. Artist: Janet Manalo On Display October 1 through November 31. For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.