A Smithsonian Exhibit
coming to the Sublette County Library
September 22—November 10, 2007

This year, the Sublette County Library, in partnership with Museum on Main Street and the Wyoming Humanities Council, will be presenting “Between Fences”, a traveling Smithsonian exhibition that explores the significance of fences and boundaries in American culture. As part of the many events that will be presented around the County in support of the exhibit, the Sublette County Library will be hosting a Fence Art project to create a one of a kind piece of community art in our County.

About the Fence Post Art Show

Sublette County residents painted, decorated, did whatever arty thing they could think of to homemade fence posts. Later this summer they will be put with others to create a uniquely Pinedale work of art. Prizes will be awarded for creative entries. Here are some examples of the fence posts contributed. Click on the thumbnail for a larger view.

Schedule of events

September

Monday, September 3rd
Book Discussion Group: “Snow Falling on Cedars” meets 12 to1 pm

Monday, September 17th
“Don’t Fence Me In” Children’s Art and Activities at the Green River Land Trust Office – 3:30 to 5 pm

Saturday, September 22nd, 3-5 pm
“Between Fences” exhibit Opening Reception
Entertainment and refreshments

Tuesday, September 25th
• “Los Llaneros” South American Ensemble
     - Big Piney – Student Lecture and Demonstration
     - Luncheon program at Marbleton Senior Center
     - Musical workshop with Big Piney band students
• Pinedale Fine Arts Council event

Wednesday, September 26th
• “Los Llaneros” South American Ensemble
     - Pinedale – Student Lecture and Demonstration
     - Musical Workshop with Pinedale High School band students
     - Community Acoustic Workshop – Pinedale Community Church
• Pinedale Fine Arts Council Event (TBD)

Thursday, September 27th
• “Los Llaneros” South American Ensemble
     - Pinedale – Student Lecture and Demonstration
     - Musical Workshop with Pinedale Middle School band students
     - Community Diversity Workshop
• Pinedale Fine Arts Council Event (TBD)

Friday, September 28th
• “Los Llaneros” South American Ensemble
     - Musical program – Preschool Children – Pinedale Community Church
     - Luncheon program at Rendezvous Point Senior Center
     - Public Performance - Pinedale High School Auditorium – 7:30 pm
• Pinedale Fine Arts Council Event (TBD)

October

Monday, October 1st -
Book Discussion Group: “Tortilla Curtain” meets 12 to1 pm

Thursday, October 18th
• Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
• “Between Fences” Community Discussion
• Rendezvous Point Senior Center

November

Monday, November 5th
Book Discussion Group: “The Work of Wolves” meets 12 to1 pm

Fences Film Festival

There will be a free film festival at the main library in Pinedale showing movies that relate to the fences theme. All movies are G-rated and everyone is welcome. Films will be shown in the Lovatt Community Room at 7:30 pm.

Saturday, August 4th: Shane (1953)
A weary gunfighter attempts to settle down with a homestead family, but a smoldering settler/rancher conflict forces him to act. Oscar winner. Starring Jack Palance. Not rated.

Saturday, August 11th: The Sand Lot (1993)
The adventure of a lifetime,the summer of their dreams...the dog of their nightmares... Starring Dennis Leary and James Earl Jones. Rated PG.

Saturday, August 18th: Oklahoma (1955)
A couple of young cowboys win the hearts of their sweethearts in the Oklahoma territory at the turn of the century. Rated G.

Saturday, August 25th: The Big Country (1958)
An ex-ship captain arrives in the West to marry a rancher's daughter and finds himself caught up in the middle of a feud with a rival rancher. Starring Gregory Peck. Not rated.

Between Fences has been made possible in the Sublette County Library by the Wyoming Humanities Council. This exhibit is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and the Federation of State Humanities Councils. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the U.S. Congress, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and The Hearst Foundation.

Watch for other exciting events connected with the Between Fences exhibit this fall. Our partnering organizations will also be offering special events. Watch for programs sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, Green River Valley Museum, Green River Valley Land Trust, Museum of the Mountain Man, and The Pinedale Fine Arts Council.

Creating a fence that unites Sublette County residents, not divides them!

Questions or need more information?
Please call the Sublette County Library at 367-4114,
and ask for Sukey or Ana.