In 2011, while in Paris exploring the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, I happened upon a retrospective of Czech toy designer, Libuse Niklova. The first piece I remember seeing was her black accordion cat, Toy Cat. Toy Cat stuck with me (photo below), even though I had zero knowledge of the fame of this toy, or the artist's achievement of subsequent accordian characters. Though unfamiliar with her work, I was drawn to it. Each one of her special designs felt special, and at

photo credit: steve hudson It's the month of LOVE! Take advantage this February of the sweetness in the air. Go find an exhibit worth loving, take a loved one to your favorite gallery or museum, discover a love themed art piece or craft to brighten your home. What's love got to do with it? Everything! Happy Loving. _____________________________________________________________________ To See This Month Museums AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM & LIBRARY ONGOING The second floor museum