Mishawaka Library Program

The South Bend Tribune was present at the class I taught for the Mishawaka Library and snapped a few photos and talked to a few people. I had a great time as usuall and the kids all seemed to enjoy it. I hope to have a few more pictures of the Make A Splash balloon display to post in a day or two.

That's all for now folks.
Twister Mike

Twisting at Lakeville Branch Library

This year The Lakeville Branch of the St Joesph Library asked if I would teach a summer program for them ... of course I said YES ! We had about 20 beginning Twisters including 5 parents. I started them out with a simple four pedal flower and then moved on the this cute little fish I found on the internet. Everyone had a great time including me ! I love teaching budding balloons artist.

Next Thursday I'm teaching the same class at the Mishawaka Downtown Library starting at 2:00. The Librarian of the Children's department said that the class is already full. Last year we ran a second class because their were a lot more kids wanting to sign up.

Back Again

Wow ! I wish I could tell you my computer died and that's the reason I haven't been posting ... but that would be a lie. As always, I let other things take priority over taking the time to post ... like ... Oh taking naps. ;0)

This month is when we make our large sculpture for the Mishawaka Library. Their theme is "Make A splash", so I came up the vision and sent out an email to the members of the Michiana Twisters Club with a list of "things" I wanted to put in our sculpture. This group really makes it easy to pull something like this together. We have a lot of talented twisters in our area. I built the backwall and floor and just placed the other's balloon creations where I thought they looked good.

This display should last about 3 weeks, so if you have a chance, stop by the Mishawaka Downtown Library and see it in person.

Passing On The Art

Last Friday and Saturday we had our grand kids sleeping over. Both Betty and I took Friday off and the kids arrived at our house around 10:30am. A short while after they settled in Mattey and Kaden asked if they could try twisting some balloons ... I think Meg was in on the computer. So I taught them a 3 twist dog with a leash and a flower. Both of them did really well, so I think I might have some helpers for future gigs !

Easter weekend we headed over to Doc and Jan's house and Betty asked if I would make an Easter Bouquet for them. Here is the finished arrangement.

This Friday our twister's group (Michiana Balloon Twisters) is volunteering for Notre Dame's Relay For Life Walk. We will be twisting for the walkers 6-8 on the second floor concourse of the football stadium. It is usually a good time as it is pretty laid back and we get to socialize a bit as well as twist.

Missed Last Week

I was attending the 2010 Spring Fling put on by the Clown Forum last week. I was there starting Wednesday afternoon and finished up late Saturday night. Dan asked me to teach a Balloon Twisting Class and to host the late night Balloon Jams. Soooooooo that is the reason I did not post last week ... Yep ... that is my story and I am sticking to it ! ;0)

At the Thursday late night Balloon Jam one of the twisters asked if anyone made a Taz balloon. I used to watch him every Saturday morning, so I tried my hand at making one. The photo is what I designed and he was very happy with it.

Tonight is our April Michiana Balloon Twisters meeting, so I should have some pics for a post tomorrow ! Got to make up for lost time. I love the beautiful weather we are having !!!!

March Madness

This month is flying by ! I was able to actually to do a little leaf raking last night after work. I love the Sunshine !!!! Since yesterday was St Patty's Day I thought I would post my favorite Leprechaun. No not the Lucky Charm's Leprechaun, but one I made for a co-worker's husband ... it was one I made for a Valentine's Day Gift.

This month we are also putting on The Spring Fling which is a weekend clown workshop. It will start on March 25 (Thursday) and run til March 27 (late Saturday evening). I will be hosting a late night balloon jam Thursday evening and then teaching a balloon twisting class on Saturday morning.

Should be a FUN time !

New Vehicle (Not Balloon Related)

This is my new to me Jeep ! It is a 99 Jeep Wrangler Sport that we bought a few weeks ago. It is a lot of FUN to drive. Hummmm ... come to think about it ... it is balloon related because it gets me to all my gigs ! This Saturday I have a Birthday Party to twist at the South Bend Chocolate Cafe. There are pros and cons about twisting there ... they are usually only half hour gigs, but you can spend the money you made before you leave the store ! Mmmmmmmmm .... I love Chocolate and my new Jeep!