Dear Colleagues,
Some of our most memorable exhibits in past years have showcased the collections and talents of library personnel. The Exhibits Committee now calls upon its colleagues to provide the components for an upcoming show highlighting an area of special interest to many. A number of us are devotees of games and puzzles and have examples of these forms of amusement that are certain to prove an informative, visually compelling and thoroughly entertaining display. We hope that you will share with us your sets of Senet, Wari, Chinesenspiel, Shove Ha’penny, Alquerque, Go, the Royal Game of Ur, Nine Men’s Morris, Shogi, Fox and Geese, Asalto, Caroms, Cribbage, and others. Certainly the exhibit would not be complete without such standards as Chess, Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit, Checkers, Mastermind, etc. as well. If examples of these better-known games were somehow unique (a first, early, special or foreign made edition, or handcrafted) it would enhance the presence of that classic in the show. Game nights at some of your homes are occasions for the enjoyment of several of the latest entrants into the world of competitive fun and our exhibit would be enhanced by examples of such emerging pastimes. Puzzles and or toys that require skill such as ball in cup or paddle ball, spinning tops, Rubik’s Cube, etc would add a vibrant dimension to the show. Assuredly, computer games are welcome (the box in which a game came would probably be adequate to showcase many electronic diversions). We are looking forward to this exhibit and to your participation.
The show is scheduled for July 2009. Please contact me as soon as possible to reserve space in the upcoming display for your favorite game or puzzle.
Additionally in keeping with the theme for this show, we are holding a contest which will be announced in detail soon. To whet your appetite for the game, be aware that in addition to bragging rights, the first place winner will receive a $25 book store gift certificate, and the 2nd and 3rd place winners will be awarded concert tickets.
Paula Roper 168 Ellis 882-3326 RoperP@missouri.edu