The Napa City-County Library invites the public to enjoy the work of artist Rahima Patty Wear. A native of Napa, Rahima became drawn to the beauty of Arabic calligraphy and art after becoming a student of Sufism. Possessing no formal training, she began the practice of Qur’anic calligraphy, which a visual expression of spiritual concepts based on readings from the Qur’an. Ms. Wear uses gouache paints and special pigmented inks, on 100% cotton hot press papers. Her work is on display at the Main Library during the month of November. Learn more about this ancient practice and view some wonderful examples of this art form.

Art reception on Nov. 6, 6-8 p.m., in the Community Meeting Room, 580 Coombs Street, Napa, CA. Art talk begins at 6:30 p.m. Seating available on a first-come, first-serve basis.