#Hartland

[heracliteanfire]

Inscription: ‘Harvest is come all / busy now in making / of the Barley mow if / you the Barley mow / neglect Good ale you / can not then expect / August 1838 / John Prouse // Hartland.’

Harvest is come all busy now  in making of the Barley mow; if you the Barley mow neglect, good ale you can not then expect.

‘Barnstaple Ware with typical colouring and sgraffiato decoration. A ‘Harvest Jug’ Red earthenware.

(via University of Reading | Archive and Museum Database | Details)

[thegreenwolf]

I always thought Hartland's Regal Arabian was a little chunky for a purebred Arabian, but he makes a lovely Morab (Morgan/Arabian cross)! Since palomino and other dilute colors do occur in Morgans, I decided to repaint this one to a dark dappled palomino; the mane and tail have more shading than what the photos show.

If you've like to add this handsome fellow to your collection, he's at https://www.etsy.com/listing/1545994237/dartagnan-hartland-custom-dapple

[horsefigureoftheday]

Horse figure of the day: 1950s Hartland Horse

[rabbitcruiser]

Canada’s Maritime Provinces switched from Eastern to Atlantic time on June 15, 1902.

[virtualangelangel-blog]

I like 👍 we're I'm at. #photography #creativeprogress #orignalart #farmbarn #hartland https://www.instagram.com/p/CeC56CWMk5H/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[etakyeldud]

I am excessively fond of this cottage. There is no wi-fi, and the plumbing is dodgy, and the beams are so low that even I hit my head on multiple occasions. But just look at it.

[millerlilia]

Modern Porch Mid-sized minimalist brick front porch photo

[yuriandtea]

Brick Pavers Detroit Example of a small arts and crafts front yard brick patio design

[wonwoosgamergf]

Rustic Landscape in Detroit Design ideas for a large rustic full sun front yard stone retaining wall landscape in summer.

[benjaminaskinas]

Milwaukee Traditional Basement Inspiration for a sizable, traditional basement renovation with a dark wood floor and a brown floor, beige walls, and no fireplace

[psycholydia]

Enclosed Dining Room Inspiration for a massive eclectic dining room renovation with multicolored walls and no fireplace that is enclosed and has a light wood floor.

[thegreenwolf]

Okay. I am really proud of this particular piece. I've been avoiding a brighter rose gray because it's a surprisingly complicated color to get right, and so in the meantime I've been experimenting with varying levels of opacity and depth, especially with grays and roans. But I finally decided to go for it, and after three weeks or so of slowly building up layers and trying out various custom Earth Pigment mixes on another test pony, I'm pretty happy with the results. There's not as much overt dappling as I originally planned, but I can work on that over time. For now, I have my proof of concept, and she is really pretty.

Also, I think the Hartland Grazing Mare is seriously underappreciated. She comes across as a lovely portrait of an Arabian mare, and while the original Hartland company in the 1960s only produced her in a few colors, the Stevens/Paola Groeber era colors were much more varied. The only thing I don't like about the mold is the weirdly blunted tip of the tail, so I sculpted a little extra on to make it look more realistic. I don't recall seeing any aftermarket customs on her (as opposed to the Breyer grazing mare), though they have to be out there. This won't be my last treatment of this mold, though!

She is available at https://www.etsy.com/listing/1581181393/florissa-custom-rose-gray-hartland

[ello-meno-p]

Craftsman Patio in Detroit Small arts and crafts brick patio photo

[rabbitcruiser]

National Library Day

National Library Day is celebrated every year on 6 April. On this day, people come together to celebrate the crucial roles that libraries and librarians play in our society. It’s also the day to reflect on the importance of reading and how essential it is to make books accessible and affordable for every reader. A well-stocked library can introduce readers to many new worlds, and helps them become more informed citizens. Libraries are also great community spaces where people can gather to exchange ideas and learn together.

History of National Library Day

Libraries aren’t a new concept — it dates back millennia. The first systematically organized library was founded in the 7th century B.C. by Assyrian ruler Ashurbanipal in Nineveh, in contemporary Iraq. It contained approximately 30,000 cuneiform tablets sorted by subject.

Since their inception, almost every great civilization has built libraries. They became great repositories of knowledge, and a few ancient libraries live on even today. The goal of these libraries was to collect knowledge and distribute it for its use in everyday life. Special importance was given to books on agriculture, architecture, medicine, art, manufacturing, war, and topics concerning the betterment of life. As the years went by, people realized the benefits of having publicly accessible centers of knowledge, and libraries became an important feature in cities and towns across the world.

As the influence of the Internet grew, many believed that there would no longer be a need for libraries, but history has proved otherwise, as libraries continue to flourish and are now more popular than ever! Not everything can be found on the Internet, and a good amount of information is still available only on paper, and despite the convenience of the world wide web, people still like to physically visit a library and spend time among books and other readers.

National Library Day timeline

4th Century B.C.

Institutional Libraries

Libraries start to become an important part of educational institutions.

13th to 15th Century

Private Book Collections

The royals in Europe start to keep book collections for private use.

17th to 18th Century

National Libraries

Libraries in free countries of the world become government properties.

19th Century

Community Libraries

Community libraries are founded at public expense.

National Library Day FAQs

Is April National Library Month?

Yes, April is National School Library Month.

Why do we celebrate National Library Week?

National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.

What is a national library?

A national library is a library specifically established by the government of a country to serve as the preeminent repository of information for that country.

National Library Day Activities

Get a library membership: Celebrate National Library Day by getting a membership at your local library. Also encourage your friends, family, colleagues, and children to get their own memberships.

Donate books: You can also celebrate National Library Day by donating books to your local libraries. You can donate new books, give away old copies, or even purchase ebooks on behalf of your local libraries.

Thank a librarian: A library is nothing without its librarians. They keep stock of the books, help readers find the resources they need, and of course, always greet us with warm smiles. Remember to thank a librarian for everything that they do on National Library Day.

5 Interesting Facts About Libraries

Benjamin Franklin started a lending library: It was also one of the oldest libraries in America.

Andrew Carnegie was a great patron: He helped open 2,509 libraries across the world and 1,679 libraries in America.

Library fines add up to extraordinary amounts: In 2016, the San Jose Public Library reported $6.8 million in late fees.

Libraries also offer free music: They do so by having access to music streaming platforms.

They are big employers too: There are approximately 1,85,000 librarians in America.

Why We Love National Library Day

It keeps libraries thriving: Celebrations such as National Library Day ensure that our libraries continue to thrive despite the influence of the internet. These celebrations also bring thousands of new patrons to libraries every year.

For the love of reading: Anyone who loves reading also loves National Library Day. It’s the best way to ensure that everyone has access to good books and that future generations continue to buy and read books.

It builds communities: Libraries are also an important part of our community. People of all ages can visit their local library to read, work, find resources, and spend time with like-minded readers. National Library Day helps keep our communities alive.

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[mokamara-blog1]

Graduate Residential Week - Part 2

What a time to be alive... So far my highlight of 2023. Here is a glimpse of this year's Graduate Residential week.