Summer is here! Take a look at some of the summer-themed books and media we have at Leatherby Libraries. Find out where the best beaches in Orange County are by checking out Sun, sand & surf : the ultimate guide to Orange County beaches. On your way to the beach (or class) listen to the
On Wednesday, April 18th, the Leatherby Libraries was proud to host the inaugural lecture of the new John and Margaret Class Lecture Series. This talk, presented by Margaret Class, addressed the history of pop-up and movable books, and showcased some of Class’ own collection of these unique books as well. The event incorporated remarks by
Finals week is almost here! Time to check-out those last minute resources or celebrate the end of the semester with a relaxing read or fun DVD. In the mood for a classic 60’s horror film? Watch Night of the Living Dead. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and the Heartbeat of Mexico series by reading the bilingual folktale The
On Saturday, April 28, the Leatherby Libraries was proud to celebrate the opening of a youth art exhibition, Mi Cultura es mi Poder (My Culture is my Power). Located in the Leatherby Libraries Hall of Art on the first floor, this exhibition features works by students from Santa Ana Unified School District’s Valley High School. During the
On Saturday, April 14th, art enthusiasts had the unique opportunity to participate in a gallery walkthrough of Rinker Health Science Campus’ inaugural art exhibition, Artiscopic Cellular Art. This walkthrough was lead by the artist himself, Dr. Mohommad Kamal, a.k.a. KIMʘ. A pathologist by day, KIMʘ creates stunning, naturally occurring images by using a microscope to explore human,
April is National Poetry Month. Celebrate by checking out one of our many poetry books, such as Like a fat gold watch: meditations on Sylvia Plath and living or Martin rising: requiem for a King. Excited for baseball season AND interested in science? Try picking up The physics of baseball. Film students: would you like advice from a successful
The month of March is typically known as the month that brings spring, the month that hosts St. Patrick’s Day, and the time for March Madness. However, March also represents a month to commemorate and appreciate women, as it is Women’s History Month. For the library’s display for the month of March, I wanted to
Show off your talents at the Leatherby Libraries! It’s time for the 5th Annual Staff Art Exhibition. The deadline to submit your applications is Monday, April 2, 2018, so, get out your art supplies and cameras. We welcome both two- and three-dimensional artworks, such as paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and crafts. Installation will
Take advantage of the rainy season by staying in with a new book or media. Have you browsed through the new Theatre Scripts collection? Take a look at our newest acquisition: Off off Broadway festival plays. In the mood for the Beatles? The music library has a selection of CD’s to choose from. If you
On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 Chapman University’s Harry and Diane Rinker Health Science Campus in Irvine welcomed its first art exhibition. This exhibition, which merges visual art with microscopic cellular science, marks the first public exhibit for pathologist-turned-artist Dr. Mohammad Kamal, a.k.a. KIMʘ. The event began with an introduction by the Leatherby Libraries’ Dean Charlene