Chatham Civic Art Collection Opening Show Saturday, Apr 25 2-4pm Chatham Area Public Library 600 East Spruce St. 483-2713 Free

Saturday afternoon plan a two-hour visit to the Chatham library to meet and hear local artists Chris Britt, Louisa Boshardy (Hybiscus pictured above), George Atkisson, Bob Dixon, Jeff Garland and Michael Dunbar speak about their artwork showcased at the opening of the library’s new civic art collection, Promise in Vision. The recently acquired oil paintings and sculptures were specifically selected for the collection because of their relationship to the mission and theme of the library and Chatham community, one that promotes lifelong learning, literacy and recreational needs of a growing and diverse population. There will be a tour of the pieces, light refreshments, and the opportunity to explore the remodeled and expanded library, including the Bank & Trust Café and Bahlow Book Store.