Submitted by Marleen Nienhuis

The latest Local/Focus installation in the Tremont Street window of the South End library features local decoupage artist Jenn Sherr. Known nationwide for her work, which includes in boots, pieces of furnishings, handbags and jewelry, several pieces are on display for the next few weeks. Jenn teaches workshops in her studio on Wareham Street.

On Monday, August 21, there is a Solar Eclipse Party for children of all ages at the library from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, while awaiting the 2017 partial solar eclipse, in maximum view at 2:46 PM in our fair city. Protective eclipse viewing glass will be provided by the library and you can make a sun craft to take home.

The Fridays-in-August Joan Crawford movie series will feature Johnny Guitar on August 18 and Dancing Lady on August 25.

The final Jazz and Blues concert of the season will be held on Tuesday, August 29 in Library Park at 6:30 PM. Its theme is The Quiet Storm: An Evening Of Smooth, Seductive Grooves.

South End Branch of the Boston Public Library, 685 Tremont Street.
More informaton at www.friendsofsouthendlibrary.org