West Palm Beach, FLA (April 9, 2013) – The Ann Norton
Sculpture Gardens has announced the publication of their first children’s book,
“The
Awesome Adventures of Annie V – Based on the Life of Ann Weaver Norton.” Pre-sales for the
book are currently being offered alongside one of its most integral characters,
“Potsy”, a plush pooch that was Ann Weaver Norton’s childhood pet dog. And to celebrate, the Ann Norton
Sculpture Garden will be hosting Annie V
Day on Sunday, April 21, 2013 from
1:00 - 2:30 PM at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens where kids of all ages
will have the opportunity to create secret drawings in Potsy's Dog House with
Annie V, visit Ann's studio to see a wood sculpture artist at work, play old
fashioned games on the lawn and enjoy a tea party with cakes and lemonade.
In addition, guests will be able to purchase an author
signed copy of The Awesome Adventures of Annie
V – Based on the Life of Ann Weaver Norton. The book, written on the childhood
and true incidence of Ann Norton’s
life, was researched and written by Cynthia
E. Palmieri and Pamela Larkin Caruso
and illustrated by nationally known artist, Henry Cole.
Says Ann Norton
Sculpture Gardens Executive Director and co-author Cynthia Palmieri, “The
book brings the young Annie Vaughan Weaver (later to be known as the sculpture
artist, Ann Norton) to life. The stories are written from her prospective as a
young child growing up in Selma, Alabama and features Ann’s inspirations as
well as details her adventurous nature that ultimately carried through to her
creations that are housed in and around The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, our
cultural gem located in downtown West Palm Beach.
No admission is necessary although a suggested
donation of $5.00/person is appreciated. Parking at Palm Beach Day Academy at
1901 South Flagler Drive, entrance at back gate in Palm Beach Day Academy
parking lot. Reservations are necessary
by calling: 561-832-5328 or via email at: programs@ansg.org.
The historic Ann Norton Sculpture
Gardens, Inc. is a recognized 501 (c) (3) operating foundation established in
1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). The gardens are
conveniently located at 1052 S. Flagler Drive at the corner of Flagler Drive in
West Palm Beach, FL. The rare palm and sculpture gardens, exhibition galleries
and artist studio are currently open Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
If you would like more information on
this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (561)
835-9057 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.
Photos: Illustrations from The Awesome Adventures of Annie V – Based on
the Life of Ann Weaver Norton by Henry Cole
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