LPL Calendar Of Events compiled by Elaine Rosenberger

Thursday, July 7
Aesthetics and Art Theory: A Philosophical Survey - Does Art have an Essence?

Beginning with Plato, the primary goal of traditional art theory has been to uncover the essence of art. But is it possible to give an adequate definition of art, given its myriad forms and genres? Is there anything that all works of art—cubist paintings, Greek tragedies, piano sonatas, postmodern sculptures, performance pieces—have in common?
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Friday, July 8
Front Porch Concert Series

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy fantastic music with friends and neighbors as we welcome Powerhouse 5.
7:00 p.m. on the Main Library Front Porch

Saturday, July 9
"The Hurt Locker" (2009) directed by Kathyrn Bigelow

Staff Sgt. Jeremy Renner defuses bombs in war-ravaged Iraq, working with heedless intensity, but also with the consummate skill of a surgeon. The other members of his unit consider Renner’s style of bomb disposal irresponsibly cavalier and unnecessarily risky. Terry Meehan concludes his series on combat films, introducing each film with rare clips and original documentaries, followed by audience reaction and a lively discussion.
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Sunday, July 10
Jeremy Avalos Classical Guitar

He began playing bass guitar at age twelve with an interest in rock, heavy metal and jazz. Jeremy Avalos has since turned his attention to mastering the classical guitar. John Dowland’s Elizabethan lute music, contemporary pieces by the Cuban composer Leo Brouwer, and works by Bach, Regondi and Rodrigo will fill out an afternoon of eclectic wonder.
2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Thursday, July 14
Aesthetics and Art Theory: A Philosophical Survey - Creativity and the Purpose of Art
The creative forces behind art-making often appear quite mysterious. Where does the creative impulse come from and how should it be understood? What is the proper social function of such creativity? Should artistic creation serve moral or political ends? Or is the creation of art all about individual expression and pure emotional catharsis?
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Friday, July 15
Front Porch Concert Series
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy fantastic music with friends and neighbors as we welcome Vance Music Studios Rock Bands.
7:00 p.m. on the Main Library Front Porch

Saturday, July 16
"Gods and Monsters" (1998) directed by Bill Condon

As a World War I prisoner of war, James Whale discovered a talent for theater, and, after the war, he became one of Hollywood’s rare openly gay directors. Ian McKellen, in a career-defining role, picks up Whale's story in 1957. Brendan Fraser and Lynn Redgrave offer memorable support as the great man stares down his final days.
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Sunday, July 17
Chris Vance Quartet
Longtime Lakewood musician Chris Vance leads an all-star quartet in their unique interpretation of a wide selection of the jazz repertoire, as well as their own compositions.
2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Tuesday, July 19 Knit and Lit Book Club
Come share your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crochet, counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. Tonight we will discuss "State of Wonder" by Ann Patchett.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room

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Volume 12, Issue 14, Posted 4:11 PM, 07.06.2016