The Book of Kells
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Rejoice in over 2000 years of cultural and artistic inspiration in the Book of Kells. Visit the library often to explore "the most beautiful book in the world," and celebrate the Amazing Arts all year long with these exciting series of programs!
 March 2 - April 6 See the debut of the beautiful Chi Rho page plus many 'art'ifacts from medieval times! March 2 - Exhibit Opening - 3:00-5:00PM MEET THE PAST - Join warriors, scribes, weavers and more each Saturday and Sunday afternoon. (Fun for all ages!) March 8: Metalsmith 12:00-2:00PM, Labyrinth Keeper 2:00-4:00PM March 9: Viking 2:00-4:00PM, Medieval Family 3:00-5:00PM March 15: Warrior 2:00-4:00PM March 16: Musician 2:00-4:00PM March 22: Leatherworker 2:00-4:00PM, Weaver 3:00-5:00PM March 29: Monk 2:00-4:00PM March 30: Warrior 2:00-4:00PM April 5: Illuminator 1:00-3:00PM April 6: Labyrinth Keeper 2:00-4:00PM |
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 Exhilarate in the quest; find where history meets art. For Adults March 11 - An Artistic Masterpiece - 7:00-8:30PM Gain a global perspective into the great art emerging during the Early Middle Ages. Learn why the Book of Kells is considered to be an artistic masterpiece. Featuring: Dr. Sally Struthers (Repeated on March 19, 10:30AM-Noon) March 26 - Where History Meets Art - 7:00-8:30PM Learn how the Book of Kells masterfully integrates designs, artwork and symbols dating back to centuries earlier. Featuring: Dr. Frederick Suppe (Repeated on March 27, 10:30AM-Noon) June 25 - The Tribes of Ireland - 7:00-8:30PM Discover the cultures and art of varying tribes of early medieval Ireland and how their influence is still felt today. Featuring: Dr. Frederick Suppe (Repeated on June 26, 10:30AM-Noon) November 19 - Making of the Facsimile - 7:00-8:30PM Learn about the innovative technology and publishing methods that were employed to recreate this ancient manuscript. Featuring: Dr. Roger Crum |
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 Travel back in time; suit up with medieval warriors at these exciting programs. For all ages May 14 - Outfit a Warrior - 6:00-8:00PM Learn what was required to dress for success in medieval warfare. May 27 - Warrior Strategy & Skill - 6:00-8:00PM Join Lord Boris and his warriors to discover how superior weapons, strategy and skill made a medieval warrior successful. June 12 - Fighting to Win - 6:00-8:00PM Watch as Lord Boris and his fighters engage in unscripted fighting, unplanned and realistic. (Rain Date: June 19) |
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About the Warrior:
Scott Bradley (AKA Lord Boris) Mr. Bradley is the Seneschal for the Society for Creative Anachronism/March of Winged Hills Chapter and a historian with the Museum of the U.S. Air Force. |
 Indulge the artist within; create and take home medieval art. For all ages June 14 - Embossing - 1:00-3:00PM Learn to emboss beautiful and expressive designs on metal. June 21 - Musical Instruments - 1:00-3:00PM Create a musical instrument. June 28 - Weaving & Spinning - 1:00-3:00PM Create beautiful fabric with take-home looms using methods such as tablet weaving, drop spinning and rigid heddle weaving. July 5 - Parchment & Ink - 1:00-3:00PM Discover the beauty of this ancient writing style. July 12 - Bookmaking - 1:00-3:00PM Create a book using early Medieval binding methods and decorate it with style. July 19 - Clay - 1:00-3:00PM Discover the creativity of air-dry clay. July 26 - Jewelry - 1:00-3:00PM Express individuality in making Celtic jewelry. August 2 - Mazes & Spirals - 1:00-3:00PM Discover the technique of drawing mazes and spirals that seemingly never end. |
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About the Instructor:
Ann Bain Ms. Bain is an artist specializing in "lettering arts" which combine the arts of painting, drawing, poetry, drama, color, composition, ideas and words. |
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About the Instructor:
Anne Berdanier Ms. Berdanier (AKA Gyda Arnarsdottir) is an independent scholar concentrating on fiber arts from 950 to 1066 Britain. She is active in both Regia Anglorum and the Society for Creative Anachronism. |
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About the Instructor:
Dan Duncan Mr. Duncan teaches recorder, crumhorn, and other early and modern wind instruments. Currently, he is a member of Wind in the Woods early music ensemble in Beavercreek, Ohio and Harps of Grace. |
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About the Instructor:
Julie Marten Ms. Marten served as co-designer of the 2007 Book of Kells Exhibit, and is a much-appreciated teacher of art. Julie’s students contributed art work to that exhibit, including embossed works similar to those that will be made in this Make It Medieval series. |
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About the Instructor:
Hilary Neu Ms. Neu is a recent graduate from The College of Mount St. Joseph where she studied Art Education K-12 and concentrated on calligraphy and lettering. |
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About the Instructor:
Carol Reed Ms. Reed has been an active spinner, weaver, and tablet weaver for the past thirteen years. She is an active member of the Society for Creative Anachronism and considers it one of the best places to meet life-long friends. |
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About the Instructor:
Ashley Smith Ms. Smith (AKA Lady Elisabethe) is a Youth Officer for the Society for Creative Anachronism in Ohio and Kentucky and a scholar of medieval jewelry. She holds degrees in History and Women's Studies and has taught Middle Ages arts to numerous delighted audiences. |
 Explore the past; delight the senses at these performances and events. For all ages April 28 - Celtic Music through the Ages - 6:30-8:30PM Listen to how Celtic Music has changed through the years, starting with early airs and continuing through music of the Modern Era. May 17 - Reader's Theater: - 2:00-3:00PM See the debut of an original stage adaptation of the Celtic children’s book, The Sailor Who Captured the Sea. May 31 - A Kells Céili - 2:00-3:30PM Watch Irish dancers and learn how elements from the Book of Kells inspire Irish dance costumes. August 16 - Celtic Games - 1:00-4:00PM Join a medieval gamer and his bag full of 150 indoor games with ancient origins. September 20 - Secrets of the Labyrinth - 1:00-4:00PM Compete in festive family games while exploring different labyrinths on the Centerville Library lawn. November 2 - Art & Tales - 2:00-4:00PM Listen to Celtic stories from the period followed by a family art experience guided by a local artist. December 7 - A Celtic Afternoon - 2:00-4:00PM Enjoy beautiful music compliments of Jim’s Red Pants and the University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. |
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 Learn from the experts; create and illuminate at these hands-on programs. For adults and children (grades 3 and up) September 13 - Knotwork I - 1:00-3:00PM Learn the basics of Celtic interlace and design. September 27 - Knotwork II - 1:00-3:00PM Learn the art and intricacies of Celtic interlace & design to create something uniquely one's own. October 18 - Calligraphy - 1:00-3:00PM Learn the art of writing beautifully. October 25 - Alpha Beasties - 1:00-3:00PM Turn a letter of the alphabet into an illuminated beast as inspired by the art of the Book of Kells. November 15 - Illumination - 1:00-3:00PM Decorate a painted design with brilliant color and patterns. |
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About the Instructor:
Rebecca Albery Ms. Albery is a freelance artist and calligrapher. She has taught at Sinclair College as a part-time instructor in the visual arts for over 15 years. She also taught calligraphy at Centerville Adult School and The Artist art store in Centerville. Rebecca’s art has won numerous awards at art shows. |
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About the Instructor:
Ann Bain Ms. Bain is an artist specializing in "lettering arts" which combine the arts of painting, drawing, poetry, drama, color, composition, ideas and words. |
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About the Instructor:
Hilary Neu Ms. Neu is a recent graduate from The College of Mount St. Joseph where she studied Art Education K-12 and concentrated on calligraphy and lettering. |
 June 9 - August 2 Win great prizes all summer long, just for reading! Clubs for adults, teens, kids, and babies/toddlers Watch our Summer Reading Club page for more information. |
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 (All events held at Centerville Library)  Book of Kells project supported in part by Centerville Arts Commission, Centerville City Schools, Society for Creative Anachronism, Washington-Centerville Public Library Foundation, Washington Township's Town Hall Theatre. |
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