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INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — A bronze sculpture was unveiled at Incline Village Library on Wednesday, Sept. 21. It was donated to the library by Incline Village residents Andrew Why man and Barbara Perlman-Whyman.
Designed by Ken Ross, the sculpture stands 93 inches tall, weighs about 650 pounds and depicts two girls and three boys playing in a tree.
In thanking the Whymans for their generosity, Washoe County Library Di rector Arnie Maurins noted they have been consistent supporters of the Incline Village Library and the library system.
“When this library opened in 2005, they provided funding for the spectacular mural at the library entrance which patrons see and enjoy every day. For several years they have sponsored the BookPage publication, which contains book reviews and is very popular with our patrons,” Maurins said.
“In addition, in 2007, the Whymans made a donation in support of the Big Read community read project. They are deeply involved in the literacy and arts community.”
Maurins also thanked the Garden Shop Nursery for installing the sculpture and putting new plants in the ground.
“In the near future, in Phase Two, the sculpture will be surrounded by a demonstration garden, displaying landscaping with native plants,” he added “We are grateful to the North Tahoe Conservation District for providing funding for the garden portion of this project.
Maurins concluded: “Last but not least, thank you to Gerry Bayfield and his colleagues at Washoe County Public Works, for their overall coordination of this wonderful project, which will be enjoyed for years to come by everyone who visits the library.”
Designed by Ken Ross, the sculpture stands 93 inches tall, weighs about 650 pounds and depicts two girls and three boys playing in a tree.
In thanking the Whymans for their generosity, Washoe County Library Di rector Arnie Maurins noted they have been consistent supporters of the Incline Village Library and the library system.
“When this library opened in 2005, they provided funding for the spectacular mural at the library entrance which patrons see and enjoy every day. For several years they have sponsored the BookPage publication, which contains book reviews and is very popular with our patrons,” Maurins said.
“In addition, in 2007, the Whymans made a donation in support of the Big Read community read project. They are deeply involved in the literacy and arts community.”
Maurins also thanked the Garden Shop Nursery for installing the sculpture and putting new plants in the ground.
“In the near future, in Phase Two, the sculpture will be surrounded by a demonstration garden, displaying landscaping with native plants,” he added “We are grateful to the North Tahoe Conservation District for providing funding for the garden portion of this project.
Maurins concluded: “Last but not least, thank you to Gerry Bayfield and his colleagues at Washoe County Public Works, for their overall coordination of this wonderful project, which will be enjoyed for years to come by everyone who visits the library.”
