October is Theological Libraries Month September 30, 2009
Posted by Luba Zakharov in : Theological libraries , add a commentEstablished by the American Theological Library Association, Theological Libraries Month (TLM) highlights the vital role libraries and librarians play in theological education. Now an annual October event, this year we have planned a number of events to celebrate the month:
Debra Band, acclaimed Hebrew manuscript artist, is exhibiting her collection, “I Will Wake the Dawn: Illuminated Psalms,” in the Divinity School Library and the Freeman Center for Jewish Life through October 18, 2009. The reception in the Divinity School Library on September 30th was an early kick off to the 2009 Theological Libraries Month.
October 1st: The “Top Ten Reasons Why” (I should come to the Divinity School Library) contest begins. Enter the contest from the library website. Winners and prizes will be announced after Dr. D. Moody Smith’s remarks at the Library Workers Hall of Fame event on October 29th (see below).
October 21st, 5pm, Westbrook 0014: Come to the screening of Pavel Lungin’s 2006 film, The Island (Ostrov), winner of 5 Nika awards – the Russian Oscars – including, Best Film. It is a story of reconciliation and self forgiveness. Cosponsored by Duke University Libraries and the New Creation Arts Group. A panel discussion will follow. “I cannot believe such a wondrous thing exists. It was like watching (the book), The Way of the Pilgrim.” (Lil Copan). Popcorn will be served.
The Divinity School Library “Student Worker Hall of Fame” is an honor bestowed on graduates of Duke who, as students, worked in the Divinity School Library. This list includes the Rev. Dr. Marie Fortune, founder of the Faith Trust Institute and an ordained pastor of the United Church of Christ, Dr. Jerry Campbell, President and Professor of Theological Bibliography at Claremont School of Theology and an ordained Elder of the United Methodist Church, and Dr. D. Moody Smith, George Washington Ivey Professor Emeritus of New Testament at Duke University Divinity School. Join us for a special event in the library on October 29 at 12:30pm to hear Dr. D. Moody Smith talk about working in the library as a student, ‘back in the day.’ We will close the month long celebration by announcing the winners of the 2009, ‘Why I should come to the Divinity School Library.’ contest.
The Island (Ostrov) film screening September 30, 2009
Posted by Andy Keck in : Library event , add a commentAs part of Theological Libraries Month, the Divinity School Library will be screening Pavel Lungin’s 2006 film, The Island (Ostrov), October 21, 2009, at 5:15pm in Westbrook 0014. Winner of 5 Nika awards – the Russian Oscars – including Best Film, this is a story of reconciliation and self forgiveness. Co-sponsored by Duke University Libraries and New Creation Arts Group. “I cannot believe such a wondrous thing exists. It was like watching (the book), The Way of the Pilgrim.” (Lil Copan). Popcorn will be served.
York Room Closed for Repair September 28, 2009
Posted by Andy Keck in : Library resources , add a commentStarting Tuesday, September 29, the York Room will be closed until further notice for plaster repairs to the walls. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Debra Band reception for the exhibit “I Will Wake the Dawn: Illuminated Psalms” September 24, 2009
Posted by Andy Keck in : Library event , add a commentAcclaimed Hebrew manuscript artist Debra Band will speak about her work at a reception held at the Divinity School Library on Wednesday, September 30th at noon. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit, “I Will Wake the Dawn: Illuminated Psalms,” is currently on display at the Divinity School Library and the Freeman Center for Jewish Life.
“I Will Wake the Dawn: Illuminated Psalms,” a Traveling Art Exhibition September 4, 2009
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The Duke Divinity School Library and the Freeman Center for Jewish Life are sponsoring and hosting a free exhibit by the acclaimed Hebrew manuscript artist Debra Band. The exhibit, “I Will Wake the Dawn: Illuminated Psalms,” employs Hebrew and English calligraphy onto calfskin vellum, with gold leaf and powder using ink and gouache. Band will speak about her work at a reception held at the Divinity School Library in the Baker Methodist Research Center on September 30th at noon. The artist has graciously permitted use of the adjacent image from a work inspired by Psalm 28.
