Toys Become Playful Advocate for Diversity and Acceptance Anonymous October 23, 2015 Loading Map.... Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library -Venice Branch Library501 S. Venice Boulevard - VeniceEvents 33.9876535 -118.46512999999999 Date/Time Date(s) - 10/23/201512:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library -Venice Branch Library Categories Arts and culture Perfect Reject is making the rounds at the local libraries with an assortment of soft sculptures to raise awareness of diversity while engaging the audience in a dialogue of embracing our difference. Perfect Reject was invented by local artist Nina Salerno when she rescued an abandoned toy and recreated it to reveal a surprisingly poignant vulnerability. From that unexpected insight came the understanding that what we think of as imperfection can actually be a source of strength and joy. They are quirky, yet potent reminders about embracing the differences that make us all deserving of value. Imperfect means I’m perfect/you’re perfect – just the way we are. Display is in the mail foyer. September 3rd thru October 22nd Mon/Weds: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tues/Thurs: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM Fri/Sat: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM Sun: Closed For more info: http://www.lapl.org/branches/venice