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The Californian
Big mural to debut today
By Lys Mendez
The Californian
August 19, 2002 - The Californian building
will soon be host to the largest mural in Salinas, which will be unveiled
today at a ceremony featuring entertainment and refreshments. The public
is invited to attend.
"The Life and Times of John Steinbeck"
was created by 14 disadvantaged teenagers as part of the One Voice Arts
and Leadership Program.
The mural is being painted on mural boards
that will be nailed to The Californian's north-facing wall along West
Alisal Street.
Steinbeck is drawn against a light orange-brown
background, resting his arms on a set of books he wrote. The mural also
features a boxcar with two children sitting in it, as well as a gray
reproduction of Steinbeck's signature and other items that represent
the author.
"This mural will inspire thousands
of young adults to discover the writings of John Steinbeck and begin
to explore their own creative and artistic talents,'" said Joseph
Werner, executive director of, the county Workforce Investment Board,
which organizes the mural projects.
If you go: Cayuga Street from West Alisal Street to Auburn Street
will be closed from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today for the unveiling
of a mural on the side of The Californian, 123 W. Alisal St. The free
unveiling is open to the public. Information:796-3313.
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