Swap inspires new appreciation for plants, books, hats and heritage

Maxine's Annual Plant and Book Swap took place on Sunday, May 29. Participants are asked to bring and browse through previously loved books and plants with the hopes that all will find an appreciative new home in the end. The remaining books are donated to the annual Planned Parenthood Book Sale. Maxine also encourages participants to wear their favorite garden hat and kindly supplies emergency loaner hats for those who come unprepared. This year I was fully prepared, having been inspired by a recent viewing of My Fair Lady (shown on the big screen at the downtown Dayton Victoria Theatre as part of their Cool Film Summer Series -- highly recommended) and a photo of my greatgrandmother, Victoria (on the left), which arrived the day before the swap.

photos by Susan Gartner and Corinna Lyon -- May 29, 2011

Scene Around Town

What I like about this unexpected piece of art is that it really is "hidden in plain sight." The face is not visible to motorists who pass by it unknowingly every day. It's only visible to pedestrians. I wish I knew who the artist was...

Third Weekend Fling serves art and music

On Friday night at the YS Arts Council Gallery Opening Reception, exhibiting artist Bridgette Bogle, center, chats with former gallery committee member Jessica Roller (holding new baby Wren) and current gallery co-chair Deb Housh in front of one of Bogle's paintings. The exhibit, "Cavort," is shared with diorama designer Michelle Blades. Extended gallery hours are Sunday, May 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, May 28, 1-5 p.m.; Friday, June 3, 5-9 p.m.; and during Street Fair on Saturday, June 11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information about the exhibit or to schedule a private viewing, visit www.bridgettebogle.com or www.ysartscouncil.org.

Folk/Bluegrass band Blue Moon Soup entertained a crowd of all ages on Friday night in King's Yard.

photos by Susan Gartner

Busker-in-training

Joseph Minde-Berman practices the art of busking with his dad, Matt, in front of Ohio Silver on Friday afternoon as Joseph's mom, Jennifer, and friend Amy Harper look on. Joseph is currently taking mandolin lessons from Sam Salazar (of Wheels fame).

photo by Susan Gartner -- May 13, 2011
posted on A Yellow Springs Blog -- May 14, 2011

Everybody and their mother...

Everybody and their mother was out for Mother's Day enjoying the beautiful biking weather, ice cream at Corner Cone, and carriage rides provided by Willow Wind Carriage Service. Ellie Leeds puts the final touches on a floral bouquet at Glen Garden Gifts.

photos by Susan Gartner -- May 8, 2011

YS Community Dance 2011

"Flam Tap, Body Slap" debuts at YS Dance Concert

Dancers rehearse "Flam Tap, Body Slap, Be Your Own Drum," choreographed by Ali Thomas and Lara Bauer and part of the upcoming YS Community Dance Concert. Concert dates are Friday and Saturday, March 25-26 at Antioch College South Gym, 8-10 p.m. Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and students.

photos by Susan Gartner