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Monday, July 15, 2024

Library
Time Items
All day
 
2pm
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Dripsphere Art Exhibition Opening

Dripsphere Art Exhibition Opening

Studio
Monday, Jul 15, 2024, 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Meet the artist Dripsphere at this exhibition opening event! 

About the Exhibition:

The Dripsphere represents both my creative evolution and the containment of my inherent beauty. In my earlier creative phase, I perceived a sense of limitlessness that was overwhelming—akin to managing the immeasurable. This realization led me to understand that true beauty cannot be conveyed unless it is first contained. Thus, the DripSphere emerged as both a metaphorical vessel and a tangible expression of my art, encapsulating not only my self-appreciation but also my self-critique—elements of my persona that I may find challenging or embarrassing to reveal. It symbolizes a dynamic entity within my mind a dripping sphere ablaze and pulsating, from which my creativity incessantly flows. This process is undeniably self-indulgent and driven by ego, yet it is essential for genuine self-love and acceptance. The DripSphere serves as a definitive identity shift from my earlier, more reserved self, who doubted the worthiness and beauty of his creations. It is the space where I create and the platform through which I share my art, encompassing fashion music and various art forms. The DripSphere represents a transformation of personal adversities into creative expression; it is my body, my tears, my love, and my anguish." -Ethan Jackson
 

About Dripshere:

Find more at: www.dripsphere.me
Instagram: @Dripsphere.me
@expressiveethenjackson

Studio
 
5pm
5:00pm to 8:00pm
Parks Alive - Elver Park

Parks Alive - Elver Park

*Offsite
Monday, Jul 15, 2024, 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Connect with Madison Public Library at Parks Alive. Stop by to get a library card, learn about library resources, and pick up a WE READ Library bag and a card game that inspires youth to read over the summer!  Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events are held in parks across the city and throughout the summer. Connect with your neighbors and engage with your community at a Parks Alive event near you!  Learn more at Parks Alive https://www.cityofmadison.com/parksalive.

*Offsite
 
6pm
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Pen Pals Writing Group

Pen Pals Writing Group

Studio
Monday, Jul 15, 2024, 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Are you struggling to carve out time to write that novel, screenplay, or other work of fiction you've always been meaning to write? Are you battling writer's block? Are you looking for people to read what you've written and provide feedback? Try Pen Pals, an all-experience-levels-welcome group for fiction writers and fiction writer hopefuls!

Once a week, bring in a laptop or notebook and surround yourself with other writers striving toward similar goals. The first hour will be dedicated to organizing feedback-swaps, discussing our projects, and collectively brainstorming solutions to story problems. The remaining hour and a half is just for writing! Pen Pals is captained by local fanfiction author Linea Kemsley, who will provide baked goods and warm beverages every week to help promote that perfect cozy writing atmosphere.

Studio