Greetings blog readers? How ya doin'? Anybody out there? Please let us know. Here are a few things for your reading pleasure from our archives. We started this in 1975 as a newspaper - here is the very first edition

Bob Dylan's newest masterpiece eclipses everything he has done to date

Incredible new musical poem from Bob Dylan - would love to hear what you all think of it https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1014&v=3NbQkyvbw18&feature=emb_logo

Hi All I am posting a couple of recent photos for a Spring pick me up. Have a safe and creative Day , OX Jamie !!!!!

Hi All, 

I am about socially distanced out. 

But I am pretty sure the Novel Coronavirus is not finished. 

So Stay home be safe and share you art with us at  info@fineartmagazine. 

Jamieforbes/Sunstromartspublishing Co. Inc.
#creativeday#jamieforbes#fineartmagazine

We have have received exclusively cancellation emails at Fine Art Magazine for weeks. The letter from the editor for National Geographic Magazine refreshes the atmosphere. Reading is free during the Corvid-19 virus epidemic. I am a subscrivber, Enjoy!!!.

‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR‌ ‌ ‌

We published the first issue of National Geographic in October 1888. The magazine looked quite different than it does now, with a plain brown cover and not a single photograph inside its 98 pages. Clearly, a lot has changed. But two things have remained constant: We have always covered science and the environment. “Geographic Methods in Geologic Investigation,” is one headline from that first issue. “The Great Storm of March 11-14, 1888,” is another. Well, we’re still covering storms—especially as they grow fiercer with climate change—and we’re still covering groundbreaking science, perhaps now more than ever, as the frightening coronavirus sweeps across the Earth.  National Geographic's expertise in factual, science-based global storytelling, and our authentic, on-the-ground photojournalism and reporting, is highlighted in our coverage of COVID-19. Today, we are providing that content without charge. Through this public service, you’ll find everything from authoritative pieces about the origins of this zoonotic disease, which spread from animals to humans, to practical ways for families and children to cope with the daily challenges we are all facing because of it. You can view all these stories in a designated digital hub: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/coronavirus-coverage/ The speed with which the coronavirus pandemic has entered our lives is unnerving. Despite that, across National Geographic’s platforms — whether print, digital, social, audio, or television—our staff and contributors are working hard to provide an accurate framework that can help us understand the issues, showcase documentary photography about what is happening, and offer credible, actionable information that empowers our readers to make informed choices about how to protect themselves and their loved ones.  Our ability to continue this critical public service work in times of crisis means it’s even more important that we can count on subscriptions from people like you, whether purchasing National Geographic in print or digitally, for yourself or as a gift to others, to help keep our journalism robust now and into a future that’s already here — whether we are covering stories like the upcoming 50th anniversary of Earth Day next month, or a global pandemic of unprecedented proportions. Both stories, in fact, make it clear how small our planet is, and how interlinked we are to each other.  This year, National Geographic is 132 years old. In a world with literally millions of brands competing for your time, our yellow rectangle still means what it always has: That we are on a mission to explore, to explain, and to reveal life on our planet—as it is now, and as it might be in the future. We can’t do that without your support. Thank you for reading, and subscribing to, National Geographic.

Susan Goldberg Editor in Chief, National Geographic Editorial Director, National Geographic Partners #nationalgeographic#fineartmagazine

Form Jesse Montero, Director of the Yonkers Public Library:It was my goal to not post any more cancelations. This one struck me as an important heartfelt message stating sentiments I share.

It was my goal to not post any more cancelations. This one struck me as an important heartfelt message stating sentiments I share.

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A Message from the Library Director, Jesse Montero

To the people of Yonkers: When I was named director of Yonkers Public Library (YPL) I couldn’t have imagined that I would begin my tenure with all three library locations closed in the face of a global pandemic. YPL prides itself on being a safe and trusted gathering space, free and open to all. Coronavirus (COVID-19) turns that into a safety hazard. It anguishes me and the YPL staff that during this difficult time we can’t welcome you in and provide you with friendly service and the comfort of community. We treasure our library buildings, but our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated staff. I guarantee you that while our buildings are closed they are working on developing new services to help, inform and connect you. Please visit ypl.org or subscribe to our e-newsletter or social feeds for updates as we activate them. In the meantime you can contact the library at info@ypl.org or 914-375-7953, but please allow some time for a response as our remote service plans develop.  I am humbled to become the newest director of this fine institution. In its 127 year history, YPL has weathered two world wars, the Great Depression, the 1918 flu epidemic, September 11th and the financial crisis. It will survive this too, alongside the proud and resilient city that it serves, and emerge from it even stronger. I can’t wait to reopen our doors to you, to welcome you in, and to get to know you in person. Until then, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at director@ypl.org. Stay safe and take precautions. Look out for yourselves and each other. Thank you for your patience and support - and please let me know how we can best support you.  Jesse Montero

Patron FAQ As of now, we plan to be closed through March 31, 2020. We will reopen only when it is safe for us to do so. We did not make the decision to close lightly - but rather out of concern for the health and safety of the Yonkers community. Read more www.ypl.org

Enjoy Your Library at Home While the library is closed, and many of you are forced to spend more time at home, we encourage you to take advantage of YPL’s vast collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks and subscription online services.  Read more www.ypl.org #younkerslibrary#fineartmagazine

Trisha LambI let's us know she is in her studio, creating, and online! Happy creative life all.

TRISHA LAMBI www.trishalambi.com

STILL MAKING AND SELLING ART!

If you're like me you are probably heartily sick of Covid-19 emails but I wanted to let you know it's business as usual in my little studio :) As an online business I'm able to continue to paint and trade as normal. Freight services are considered to be essential and are still functioning despite closed borders so my paintings, prints and commissions are still able to reach you! As a thank you for your continued support I'm offering an exclusive subscriber-only discount of 15% off the purchase of any Trisha Lambi artwork from the studio. This includes original oil paintings, limited and open edition prints and gift vouchers which can be used to purchase (or assist with the purchase) of any of these artworks - even a commissioned piece. Simply visit www.trishalambi.com, make your selection, then input the coupon code BUSINESSASUSUAL at checkout. I've been very busy this year with painting commissions - all very different pieces but they have one thing in common: each of them mean a lot to the person commissioning them and so in turn they mean a lot to me. I've included pics below so you can get an idea of what I can do :) If you have any questions at all, please feel free to email me - I'm always available. Stay safe and healthy, and thank you for your contined support. Trisha x

Copyright © 2019 TRISHA LAMBI, All rights reserved.#fineartmagazine#trishlambi

Hi All, Check out the email notice below I received from Pedra Bramell about her Northwest Wilderness project!

Hi All, Check out the email notice below I received from Pedra Bramell about her Northwest Wilderness project!

She responded to my Facebook post for artist emails during the Corvid 19 virus outbreak. Lie the Creative Life. Join me & email info@fineartmagazine.com to share your activity. Thanks, best Jamie 

Pedra: "I have been a full time artist since graduating from the Cleveland Institute of Art in 1970 and coming back to the actual cabin I was born in and this land.   

This endeavor to pass forward these acres I consider far more important than any piece or pieces of my art ….. far more important !!!  There ARE more important things than my creature comforts.  

AND once cut down a forest like this never grows back the same and takes well beyond 150 years. 

This is a forest mostly of northern hardwoods most of which are 75 - 125 years old and older.   This is a forest which sequesters a lot of carbon.

About  1 3/4 miles of the North Branch of the Ottauquechee River and the Bridgewater Hollow Brook run thru it.  Those waters are clear and cold and clean enough to drink .  The Bridgewater Hollow Brook forms a small gorge.  All the roads are less traveled one lane dirt roads.  

The following links will give you a lot of information

AND a way to donate, to bring the fund raising to its goal."

https://vimeo.com/233359710/81c52b5857

http://www.newildernesstrust.org/2018/12/14/a-hallowed-hollow-in-the-green-mountains/

http://www.newildernesstrust.org/projects/vermont/in-progress-bridgewater-hollow-bramhall-preserve/?fbclid=IwAR3vNq8joLTJf6EfaotLbC6AJF2wuGIOEIX47rvIutMlV5eIhllfkEK_als

www.newildernesstrust.org/walking-for-wilderness

I write to you because HELP is needed by the Northeast Wilderness Trust

It takes the individual

It takes a family

It takes a community

EVERY donation counts AND is needed !!!

Without our life giving forests WE DIE.

Without clean water WE DIE.

Without the above YOUR children will not have a planet to live on.

PLEASE JOIN the Northeast Wilderness Trust and donate.

PLEASE ask your friends TO DONATE.

If you need any more information please email me or email Jon Leibowitz Executive Director of the Northeast Wilderness Trust. 

jon@newildernesstrust.org

802.224.1000

#northwestwildernessproject#fineartmagazine