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FREE Winter programs, classes, Exhibitions
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building mid-manhattan library Science, industry and business library the new york public library for the performing arts Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture bronx library center St. George Library
+ 85 more branches!
January–April | 2013
Discover NYPL Each day, The New York Public Library offers about 100 free classes, author talks, films, and events for kids, teens, seniors, job seekers, and many others throughout its 91 locations. Founded in 1895, the Library is known both for its vast network of neighborhood branches—87 throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island— and its four world-renowned research libraries. Visit the iconic Stephen A. Schwarzman Building at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street, and other libraries devoted to the performing arts; black history and culture; and business and personal finance. The Library also hosts exhibitions showcasing NYPL’s collections and work by well-known and local artists.
Thank You! Major support for The New York Public Library’s exhibitions and public programs is provided through generous gifts from Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, and Jonathan Altman.
See page 27 for a directory of locations. Programs and hours are subject to change or cancellation. Visit nypl.org or call ahead for the latest information. Holiday Closings All locations will be closed January 1 and 21, February 18, and March 31. Cover images are represented in full on the following pages (clockwise from top left): 21, 25, 13, 7, and 5.
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Visit The Library Shop for Library-inspired gifts, books, and toys, including Endless New York, a New York City– themed card activity. Based on a 19th-century Italian amusement, these 16 double-sided cards can be arranged to form endless visual arrays of the city that never sleeps. Shop online at shop.nypl.org. Friends of the Library receive a 10% discount!
Don’t miss the Schomburg Shop! See p. 24.
The Library Shop Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street
Elizabeth Hays, Acting Director of Publications Abby Tannenbaum, Editor Katharina Seifert, Managing Designer Rosalene Labrado-Perillo, Designer Lauren Trainor, Editorial Associate Courtney Brach, Benjamin Holland-Arlen, Contributors © The New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations, 2012
Winter Highlights Free Library Programs and Exhibitions January–April 2013
Explore The New York Public Library this winter to discover hundreds of FREE events and exhibitions at our 91 locations. Highlights include new exhibitions at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a fascinating flamenco exhibition with related programming at the Library for the Performing Arts, and an exciting lineup for LIVE from the NYPL, which includes John Irving, Sandra Day O’Connor, and Junot Diaz. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: 4 Stephen A. Schwarzman Building 7 LIVE from the NYPL 12 Mid-Manhattan Library 15 More film series at neighborhood libraries 16 Science, Industry and Business Library 19 More job search and personal finance programs at neighborhood libraries
New exhibition! 100 Years of Flamenco in New York Library for the Performing Arts
20 Library for the Performing Arts 23 More concerts at neighborhood libraries
Plus more than 10 special films and performances!
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26 Bronx Library Center
Photo: Victor DeLiso. Courtesy of Flamenco Vivo.
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On display at the Schwarzman Building!
LIVE from the NYPL:
Daring Methods: The Prints of Mary Cassatt
John Irving, Sandra Day O’Connor, Junot Diaz, and more!
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NYPL in Your Neighborhood:
Films and Concerts Pages 15 and 23
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Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
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ne of New York’s most beautiful and best loved landmarks, The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building features spectacular research collections, the stunning Rose Main Reading Room, and free museum-quality exhibitions. The “People’s Palace” also provides space for scholars and writers, hosts public programs, and is home to the original Winnie-the-Pooh (on display in the Children’s Center at 42nd Street). Pick up a guide to the building in Astor Hall, take a free tour (see below), and don’t forget to visit The Library Shop!
Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street 917.ASK.NYPL (917.275.6975) nypl.org/locations/schwarzman Exhibition Hours Mon., Thurs.–Sat., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Tues.–Wed., 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun., 1–5 p.m. Tours Building tours: Mon.–Sat., 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Meet at the Information Desk in Astor Hall. Exhibition tours: Mon.–Sat., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.; Sun., 3:30 p.m. Meet outside Gottesman Hall. Programs, Lectures, and Classes Unless otherwise indicated, events take place in the Celeste Bartos Education Center’s classrooms and last approximately one hour. Classrooms will be opened 10 minutes prior to the class beginning. Except where indicated, no reservations are necessary. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Venues for other programs open approximately 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Major support for The New York Public Library’s exhibitions and public programs is provided through generous gifts from Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, and Jonathan Altman.
Fri., Jan. 4 at 12:30 p.m.
Fri., Jan. 25 at 2:15 p.m.
Researching Food in E-Resources: Scholarly Publications
Elusive Jane: In Search of Jane Austen at The New York Public Library
Raymond Pun, Librarian, Periodicals Division
Robert Armitage, Humanities Bibliographer, General Research Division
Find scholarly articles and publications relating to food that are available through NYPL’s e-resources. Also: Feb. 8 at 12:30 p.m. Tues., Jan. 8 at 6 p.m.
Charles Dickens: Speaking in Pictures South Court Auditorium
William Moeck, curator of Charles Dickens: The Key to Character, presents an illustrated lecture that explores the author’s ability to craft unforgettable characters.
Sachiko Clayton, Librarian, Milstein Division of United States History, Local History and Genealogy
Wed., Jan. 9 at 6 p.m.
The First Few Bites
Also: Mar. 15 at 3:15 p.m.
South Court Auditorium
Jennifer Rabinowitz, author of the Little Black Book series of New York food guides, talks about her culinary memories and passions. Wed., Jan. 16 at 6 p.m.
An Artist Dialogue: Deborah Kass Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Sat., Jan. 26 at 2 p.m.
Who Lived in a House Like This? How to Research Your New York City Home Philip Sutton, Librarian, Milstein Division of United States History, Local History and Genealogy
Discover the history of your home using property deeds, census records, city directories, photographs, and more. Register online.
Kass, known for her work exploring the junction of pop culture and art history, discusses her new monograph, Deborah Kass: Before and Happily Ever After, with curator and critic Robert Storr.
Also: Feb. 23, Mar. 23, and Apr. 27 at 2 p.m.
Tues., Jan. 22 at 6 p.m.
Citizen Cartography Workshop: Building a Virtual Atlas
Artis Wright, Specialist, The Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division
Unlock the history of a block, a neighborhood, or an entire borough using NYPL resources. Register online. Also: Feb. 12 and Apr. 9 at 6 p.m.
and Mar. 9 at 2 p.m.
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Fri., Jan. 25 at 3:15 p.m.
Uncovering your Family History: Introduction to Genealogical Research, Part I
Get an overview of the wealth of genealogical resources at NYPL, including such vital records as birth and death certificates and the census.
Block & Lot: Researching the Architecture and the Built Environment of NYC
Photo: © Steven Brooke Studios.
Examine Jane Austen’s life and works through the collections of The New York Public Library.
Tues., Jan. 29 at 5:30 p.m.
Mishka Vance, Specialist, The Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division
Learn the basics of map “warping” or georectification (overlaying digital images of historic maps onto a contemporary digital map). Limited to 15 participants. Also: Feb. 26, Mar. 26, and Apr. 30
at 5:30 p.m.
Programs and Exhibitions
January–April 2013 nypl.org
FEATURED EXHIBITION
Daring Methods: The Prints of Mary Cassatt March 1–June 23, 2013 Prints and Stokes Galleries American artist Mary Cassatt, best known for her paintings of women and children, was also a prolific printmaker. Although her subjects tend to be traditional, her approach to printmaking was bold. Daring Methods, which features nearly 80 works from 1879 to 1898, includes Cassatt’s sole lithograph, In the Theater, and other rare impressions. The prints are drawn almost entirely from the bequest of Samuel Putnam Avery, a late 19th-century collector and philanthropist who was acquainted with Cassatt and gave his large collection of prints to the Library. This exhibition has been made possible by the continuing generosity of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach. LEFT: Cassatt’s The Letter emulates the Japanese Ukiyo-e prints that were
inspirational to artists in her circle. Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs, Print Collection, Samuel Putnam Avery Collection.
Wed., Jan. 30 at 3 p.m.
Wed., Feb. 6 at 6 p.m.
Old Books, Rare Books
Design and Style: Graydon Carter and Jonathan Becker
Virginia Bartow, Senior Rare Book Cataloger, Special Formats Processing
Learn about the value of your books and the basics of buying and selling old books. Also: Feb. 19, Mar. 20, and Apr. 24
at 3 p.m.
Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Join Vanity Fair’s editor in chief, Graydon Carter, and society photographer Jonathan Becker for an evening of conversation in celebration of the new book Jonathan Becker: 30 Years at Vanity Fair.
Wed., Jan. 30 at 6 p.m.
Cabinet on Trial: A Magazine of No Qualities? Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
To celebrate its new anthology, Curiosity and Method: Ten Years of Cabinet Magazine, the publication presents Dada-style mock trials.
mapping New york Historic maps provide invaluable details about the city, from the height of buildings to the names of streets that no longer exist. See Jan. 29. The Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division.
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Stephen A. Schwarzman Building NEW DISPLAY
series
Children’s Literary Salon Saturdays at 2 p.m. This informal monthly gathering welcomes fans of children’s literature. These programs are for adults only. Jan. 5
Ethics in Nonfiction for Kids Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Authors Sue Macy, Susan Kuklin, Deborah Heiligman, and authorillustrator Meghan McCarthy discuss informational texts and ethical standards. dbox/Foster + Partners.
Central Library Plan Building a Center of Inspiration for All New Yorkers Astor Hall
Stop by the Schwarzman Building to learn more about the Library’s upcoming Central Library Plan, which will bring a modern lending library to the landmark building for the first time in generations. Through renderings, diagrams, and an architectural model, the new display showcases how the plan will more than double public space in the historic building while preserving its facade and iconic interior spaces, including the Rose Main Reading Room. When completed, the new circulating library will incorporate the books, programs, and services now found at Mid-Manhattan Library and the Science, Industry and Business Library. For more information, visit nypl.org/clp.
Feb. 2
Middle-Grade Fiction: Surviving the YA Onslaught South Court Auditorium
Authors Jeanne Birdsall, N. D. Wilson, Adam Gidwitz, and Rebecca Stead talk about middle-grade fiction and popular culture’s attempts to rebrand it YA. Mar. 2
Diversity and the State of the Children’s Book Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Zetta Elliott, Sofia Quintero, Connie Hsu, and others explore the issues surrounding diversity in 21st-century books for youth. Apr. 6
The Alternative Children’s Library South Court Auditorium
Librarians who work in alternative children’s-library spaces (such as those at museums and in academic settings) participate in a panel discussion about the subject.
Tues., Feb. 12 at 6 p.m.
The Future of Art Book Publishing South Court Auditorium
Publisher Sharon Gallagher moderates a panel that explores the rapidly changing world of art book publishing. Thurs., Feb. 14 at 2 p.m.
Researching with E-Resources: Periodicals and Newspapers Mary Jones, Librarian, General Research Division
Learn about the current and historical newspapers and periodicals available online through NYPL. Also: Mar. 14 and Apr. 11 at 2 p.m. Fri., Feb. 15 at 2:15 p.m.
Subversive Shaw Robert Armitage, Humanities Bibliographer, General Research Division
This introduction to the life and work of George Bernard Shaw looks at how the author used the cloak of sublime comedy to expose the hypocrisy of Victorian society and morality.
top: The witty and wise George Bernard Shaw,
who wrote 60 plays, won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1925. See Feb. 15. Billy Rose Theatre Division.
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Programs and Exhibitions
January–April 2013 nypl.org
Thurs., Feb. 21 at 3:15 p.m.
Tues., Mar. 12 at 6 p.m.
Uncovering Your Family History: Introduction to Genealogical Research, Part II
An Art Book: Gary Schneider
Staff, Milstein Division of United States History, Local History and Genealogy
Delve into such key genealogical resources as immigration and naturalization records.
Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Photographer Schneider marks the publication of his new book, Portrait Sequences 1975, with a conversation with art historian and curator Deborah Martin Kao. Wed., Mar. 20 at 5:30 p.m.
Also: Apr. 18 at 3:15 p.m.
Researching Huguenots and Walloons in Europe and America
Wed., Feb. 27 at 6 p.m.
Artifex Press Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
See a demonstration of Jim Dine: Sculpture, 1983–2012, a digital catalogues raisonnés, followed by a discussion with Dine, editor Sara Davidson, and David Grosz of Artifex Press.
new york genealogical & biographical society lecture series
Eric Roth offers an overview of the history of and resources about French and French-speaking Belgian Protestants who started emigrating to North America in the 16th century.
Cultural Crossroads Lincoln Center’s 2010 renovation brought new life to the performing arts complex. See Apr. 9. Photo: Iwan Baan.
LIVE FROM THE NYPL LIVE from the NYPL offers bold and entertaining programs with notable authors, musicians, artists, and thinkers in conversation with director Paul Holdengräber. For more events this season, go to nypl.org/live.
opening night!
Sign up for LIVE updates and get more information at nypl.org/live or call 212.930.0855.
Tues., Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.
John Irving The acclaimed novelist discusses his latest work, In One Person.
Adam Phillips
Junot Diaz
Sandra Day O’Connor
Mon., Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.
Tues., Mar. 12 at 7 p.m.
Fri., Apr. 19 at 7 p.m.
Carlo Ginzburg
Anne Carson
William Gibson
Wachenheim Trustees Room
The noted poet and classicist discusses her latest work, Red Doc>, a follow-up to her international best seller, Autobiography of Red.
The award-winning science fiction writer and creator of the term “cyberspace” reflects on his work.
Thurs., Mar. 28 at 7 p.m.
The 2012 MacArthur Fellow discusses multiculturalism, writing, and the immigrant experience.
the joy gottesman ungerleider lecture
The distinguished historian delivers this annual lecture. Cosponsored by the Dorot Jewish Division. Mon., Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. Photo: Jane Sobel Klonsky.
Photos: © Jerry Bauer (Phillips); Courtesy of the John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation (Diaz).
For Live tickets, visit showclix.com or call 888.71.TICKETS (888.718.4253). Tickets are $25 general public; $15 Library donors, seniors, and students with valid ID.
Adam Phillips Wachenheim Trustees Room
The psychoanalyst explores frustration, desire, and other human emotions.
Sandra Day O’Connor In celebration of her new book, Out of Order, the Supreme Court Justice Emeritus discusses her career and the court.
Tues., Apr. 30 at 7 p.m.
Junot Diaz
The Sandra Day O’Connor event is sponsored by
Unless noted, all programs take place in the Celeste Bartos Forum. LIVE from the NYPL is made possible with generous support from Celeste Bartos, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, and the Margaret and Herman Sokol Public Education Endowment Fund. The annual Joy Gottesman Ungerleider Lecture has been made possible by a generous grant from the Dorot Foundation.
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fri., Mar. 22 at 2:15 p.m.
The Passionate Brontës
Conversations from the Cullman Center
Robert Armitage, Humanities Bibliographer, General Research Division South Court Auditorium
Get an introduction to the life and works of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë.
The Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers is a fellowship program for creative writers, academics, and independent scholars who benefit from using NYPL’s collections. The Center’s public programs feature fellows discussing their work.
Wed., Apr. 3 at 6 p.m.
An Artist Dialogue: Robert Burley Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Tues., Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.
Photographer Burley, known for his images of architecture and urban landscapes, discusses his new book, The Disappearance of Darkness, with curator Alison Nordström; moderated by Arezoo Moseni.
José Manuel Prieto and Esther Allen Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
The former fellows talk about Prieto’s new novel, Encyclopedia of a Life inRussia, which Allen translated. Mon., Mar. 4 at 7 p.m.
Robyn Creswell and Adam Shatz Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Former fellows Creswell and Shatz discuss Creswell’s translations of Sonhallah Ibrahim’s works. Tues., Mar. 19 & Mar. 26 at 7 p.m.
Hidden: A History of Secrecy the joanna jackson goldman memorial lectures in american civilization and government South Court Auditorium
Harvard professor and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore presents a two-part exploration of secrecy: Mystery (Mar. 19) and Privacy (Mar. 26). Wed., Apr. 3 at 7 p.m.
Celebrating 50 Years of The New York Review of Books Celeste Bartos Forum
Noted Review contributors honor the literary journal. For reservations, go to nypl.org/conversations. The Cullman Center is made possible by a generous endowment from Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman in honor of Brooke Russell Astor, with major support provided by Mrs. John L. Weinberg, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, The Estate of Charles J. Liebman, John and Constance Birkelund, The Samuel I. Newhouse Foundation, and additional gifts from The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, Helen and Roger Alcaly, Mel and Lois Tukman, The Mrs. Giles Whiting Foundation, The Rona Jaffe Foundation, William W. Karatz, Mary Ellen von der Heyden, Merilee and Roy Bostock, Lybess Sweezy and Ken Miller, and Cullman Center Fellows. Photo: Rose Lincoln.
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Wed., Mar. 20 at 6 p.m.
Art and Literature: Margaret Evangeline Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Artist Evangeline discusses her new book, Sabachthani: Why Have You Forsaken Me?, with poet and art writer Jonathan Goodman and critic Dominique Nahas.
Tues., Apr. 9 at 6 p.m.
Architectural Explorations in Books: Lincoln Center Inside Out South Court Auditorium
Architects Elizabeth Diller, Ricardo Scofidio, and Charles Renfro discuss the redesign of Lincoln Center and other projects with MoMA curator Barry Bergdoll.
SPECIAL DISPLAY
The Rose Family Seder Book March 15–April 7, 2013 McGraw Rotunda
The Rose Family Seder Book is a unique artists’ book, the result of an innovative annual commission from the Rose family, presented to the Library’s Dorot Jewish Division in 2005. In three volumes, The Rose Family Seder Book brings together 50 years of Passover-themed artwork by prominent 20th-century American artists, including Larry Rivers and Frank Stella. Each year at Passover, the Library shows an opening of one of the volumes, accompanied by a video presentation featuring a wide range of images from all three volumes; meanwhile, work continues on volume four.
Programs and Exhibitions
series
Handmade Crafternoon Saturdays at 2–4 p.m. Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Crafty librarian Jessica Pigza of the Rare Book Division and Crafternoon author Maura Madden host this monthly gathering. Meet a guest crafter, look at books and magazines from the Library’s collections, and participate in a DIY project. Feb. 9
Creativebug Learn basic and innovative stitching with teachers from Creativebug, a website for art and craft instruction, and make something lovable for the Valentine’s holiday. Mar. 9
Bert and Dana Freed Mother and daughter bead artists share their beading knowledge and skills and discuss their creative DIY outreach as founders of A Well Done Experience. Apr. 20
Amy Azzarito Meet the author of the new book Past & Present: 24 Favorite Moments in Decorative Arts History and 24 Modern DIY Projects Inspired by Them, and create a project inspired by an iconic design from the past. Reservations are recommended; to reserve a seat, write to handmade@nypl.org with your name and which event you wish to attend. For additional details, check Jessica’s blog (nypl.org/blog_series/handmade).
January–April 2013 nypl.org
Tues., Apr. 9 at 6 p.m.
Periodically Speaking DeWitt Wallace Periodical Room
EXHIBITION
Emerging writers read from work they’ve published in notable literary magazines and journals. This program is made possible in part by support from the New York State Council for the Arts, a state agency; the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs; AxeHoughton foundation; and Friends of CLMP.
Wed., Apr. 17 at 6 p.m.
An Art Book: Dennis Hopper Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Author Petra Giloy-Hirtz sits down with Hopper’s daughter, Marin Hopper, to discuss the book Dennis Hopper: The Lost Album. Tues., Apr. 23 at 5:30 p.m.
Exploring the Archives of the Reformed Church of America new york genealogical & biographical society lecture series
Archivist Russell L. Gasero discusses resources available through the Reformed Church of America, which was founded as the Dutch Reformed Church in New Amsterdam 400 years ago. Wed., Apr. 24 at 6 p.m.
Design and Style: Skin Graf Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Artist Kaves (Michael “Kaves” McLeer) and producers Billy Burke and Sacha Jenkins discuss their book, Skin Graf: Masters of Graffiti Tattoo. Fri., Apr. 26 at 2:15 p.m.
Changing Styles in Children’s Book Illustration Robert Armitage, Humanities Bibliographer, General Research Division
Learn about artwork from 200 years of children’s books, including notable editions of Alice in Wonderland and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Opposite page: Walter Crane’s illustration of Little Red Riding Hood at her grandmother’s cottage
appeared in Red Riding Hood’s Picture Book; Containing Little Red Riding Hood, Jack & the Beanstalk, The Forty Thieves..., published in 1898. See Apr. 26. Mid-Manhattan Picture Collection.
Back Tomorrow: A Poet in New York/ Federico García Lorca April 5–July 20, 2013 Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III Gallery
This exhibition explores Spanish poet Federico García Lorca’s inspirations for his collection Poet in New York. Back Tomorrow features drawings, photos, and letters from the Federico García Lorca Foundation in Madrid and the writings of Walt Whitman, Hart Crane, and T. S. Eliot from the Library’s collections. Poet in New York offers a vision of an alienated metropolis, characterized by its culture of consumption and indifference to suffering. García Lorca arrived in New York in 1929, shortly after Gypsy Ballads, his best-known work, became a best seller in Spain. Poet in New York was published in 1940 following García Lorca’s murder in 1936, a month after the Spanish Civil War began. Produced by the Federico García Lorca Foundation and The New York Public Library. For related programs at the Schwarzman Building, visit nypl.org/events. ABOVE: García Lorca traveled to New York on the SS Olympic in 1929 and carried a passport with this photograph. Federico García Lorca Foundation.
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Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Don’t Miss! MORE EXHIBITIONS
EXHIBITIONS CLOSING SOON
Charles Dickens: The Key to Character Through January 27, 2013 Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III Gallery
The author’s letters, plus photographs, artwork, and artifacts reveal the inspirations behind his fictional creations.
Lunch Hour NYC
Through February 17, 2013 D. Samuel and Jeane H. Gottesman Hall
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Visit Lunch Hour NYC, which includes a restored section of an original Automat, before it closes!
Shakespeare Week: Lectures from the Allen Room and the Wertheim Study
is the Lead Corporate Sponsor of the Lunch Hour NYC exhibition and related programming.
South Court Auditorium
Additional support for this exhibition has been generously provided by the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers.
Echoes of Silence: Philip Trager, Early Photographs, 1967–83 Through February 17, 2013 Prints and Stokes Galleries
This survey focuses on the photographer’s architectural images from the 1970s. This exhibition has been made possible by the continuing generosity of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach. Glastonbury, 1976.
Afternoons at 1:15 p.m. To assist researchers using collections for a set period of time, NYPL offers two study centers in the Schwarzman Building: the Frederick Lewis Allen Room and the Wertheim Study. In turn, researchers share their work with the public. Lectures in April honor Shakespeare during the month of his birth. For listings of lectures in January, February, and March, visit nypl.org/events. Mon., Apr. 15
Thurs., Apr. 18
Reflections and Refractions on the Schizophrenic Nomadism of Hamlet
The Mystery of “The Phoenix and Turtle”: Discovering Shakespeare’s “Lost” Masterpiece
J. K. Fowler (writer, editor, audio engineer, and doctoral candidate at the European Graduate School in Switzerland) Tues., Apr. 16
La Pucelle, or Joan of Arc: A History by William Shakespeare John Reed’s new one-woman play premieres
Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs, Photography Collection.
Wed., Apr. 17
Young and in Shakespeare Teenage finalists of the New York City English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition rediscover Shakespeare’s past and present. TOP RIGHT: Legendary actor John Barrymore played Hamlet in
a historic 1922 Broadway production of the tragedy. Billy Rose Theatre Division.
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James P. Bednarz (author of Shakespeare and the Truth of Love) Fri., Apr. 19
Shakespeare Talks to Us: The Case for Style of Direct Address in Shakespeare’s Plays Melinda Hall (writer, director, and producer of the annual Shakespeare’s Birthday Sonnet Slam in Central Park) Sat., Apr. 20
Poetic Afterlife: Contemporary Poets Reimage Shakespeare’s Characters Poets Heather Dubrow, Roger Sedarat, Tom Sleigh, Lee Upton, and BJ Ward
NYPL in Your Neighborhood series
Discuss Great Books in a Great Setting Thursdays at 2 p.m. Margaret Liebman Berger Forum
Librarian Mary Jones leads monthly discussions of classics. Participants should read each title before the discussion. Register online at nypl.org/ events/calendar. Jan. 17
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Feb. 21
Candide by Voltaire Mar. 21
Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham Apr. 18
Maggie: A Girl of the Streets by Stephen Crane At the end of each book discussion, 15 copies of the Penguin Classics paperback edition of the next title are distributed by lottery.
Ongoing Exhibition
Pooh and His Friends! Children’s Center at 42nd Street
See the original Winnie-the-Pooh stuffed bear and his friends Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga, and Tigger. The stuffed toys live at the Library! They originally belonged to Winnie-the-Pooh author A. A. Milne’s son, Christopher Robin; they have been at NYPL since 1987.
Book Discussion Groups
Neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island host book discussion groups led by trained facilitators. This winter’s reading lists include the classics The Trial and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, plus new favorites such as Cutting for Stone and Life of Pi. The groups are open to anyone who loves books. Locations and dates (most groups meet monthly) are listed here; for more information, visit nypl.org/events/book-discussion. BRONX Allerton
MANHATTAN 58th Street
Wed., Jan. 16; Feb. 20; Mar. 20; Apr. 17
Wed., Jan. 9; Feb. 13; Mar. 13; Apr. 10
Baychester
67th Street
Tues., Jan. 8; Feb. 12 Mar. 12; Apr. 9
Tues., Jan. 15; Feb. 19; Mar. 19; Apr. 16
Bronx Library Center
115th Street
Wed., Jan. 30; Feb. 27; Mar. 27; Apr. 24
Mon., Jan. 28; Feb. 25; Mar. 18; Apr. 15
Bronx Library Center in Spanish
Bloomingdale
Mon., Jan. 28; Feb. 25; Mar. 18; Apr. 29
Thurs., Jan. 24; Feb. 28; Mar. 28; Apr. 25
Thurs., Jan. 10; Feb. 14; Mar. 14; Apr. 11 Muhlenberg
Thurs., Jan. 3; Feb. 7; Mar. 7; Apr. 4 Mulberry Street
Wed., Jan. 30; Feb. 27; Mar. 27; Apr. 24 Riverside
Thurs., Jan. 3; Wed., Feb. 6; Mar. 6; Apr. 3
Columbus
Mon., Mar. 18; Apr. 15
Wed., Jan. 16; Feb. 20; Mar. 20; Apr. 17
Morris Park
Epiphany
Kingsbridge
Morningside Heights
Mon., Jan. 14; Feb. 11; Mar. 18; Apr. 15
Tues., Jan. 29; Feb. 26; Mar. 26; Apr. 30
Parkchester
Fort Washington
Roosevelt Island
Sat., Jan. 26; Feb. 16; Mar. 16; Apr. 20
Sat., Jan. 5; Feb. 2; Mar. 2; Apr. 6
Thurs., Jan. 17; Feb. 21; Mar. 21; Apr. 18
Riverdale
Hudson Park
Yorkville
Sat., Jan. 12; Feb. 9; Mar. 9; Apr. 13
Mon., Jan. 28; Feb. 25; Mar. 18; Apr. 29
Wed., Jan. 16; Feb. 20; Mar. 20 Soundview
Staten Island New Dorp
Sat., Jan. 26; Feb. 23 Spuyten Duyvil
Fri., Jan. 18; Feb. 22; Mar. 22; Apr. 19
Tues., Mar. 12; Apr. 9 Preregistration is required (by phone or in person). Tremont
Tues., Jan. 8; Feb. 12; Mar. 12; Apr. 9 Van Nest
Mon., Jan. 28; Feb. 25; Mar. 18; Apr. 15 Woodlawn Heights
Wed., Jan. 8; Feb. 12; Mar. 12; Apr. 9
New Dorp in Spanish Inwood
Thurs., Jan. 3; Feb. 7; Mar. 7; Apr. 4 Jefferson Market
Thurs., Jan. 31; Feb. 28; Mar. 28; Apr. 25 Kips Bay
Mon., Jan. 28; Feb. 25; Mar. 18; Apr. 22 Richmondtown
Fri., Jan. 25; Feb. 22 Preregistration is required (by phone or in person). St. George Library Center
See page 26.
Sat., Jan. 26; Feb. 16; Mar. 23; Apr. 27 Free Programs and Exhibitions 11
Mid-Manhattan Library
M
id-Manhattan Library houses NYPL’s largest circulating collections, including an extensive selection of new books, movies, music, and a large collection of older and classic fiction. The nonfiction collections cover everything from art and literature to history and psychology to cookbooks, travel, and more. In addition to a substantial reference collection, the library provides popular periodicals and two unique resources: the Picture Collection, which contains more than a million circulating and reference images, and the World Languages Collection, which offers books, DVDs, and periodicals in 20 languages, from Chinese and Russian to Korean and Urdu. Check out free, cutting-edge art exhibitions (Art Wall on Third and the Corner Room at 40th and Fifth); a large array of free computer classes for beginners and advanced users; frequent films; and public programs with writers, artists, and scholars. 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street) 917.ASK.NYPL (917.275.6975) nypl.org/locations/mid-manhattan-library Exhibition Hours Mon.–Thurs., 8 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat.–Sun., 10 a.m.–6 p.m. public programs Public programs are presented on the sixth floor and on the first floor, in the Corner Room at 40th and Fifth; seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Computer classes are on the fourth floor; register for them at nypl.org/events/classes.
SILVER PRINTS FROM THE GOLD COAST This image of Old Westbury Gardens on Long Island documents a period of incomparable luxury. See Feb. 5. Milstein Division of United States History, Local History and Genealogy.
Author @ the Library Mon., Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Leaving Without Losing: The War on Terror after Iraq and Afghanistan Scholar Mark N. Katz explores exit strategies for the United States in Iraq and Afghanistan by looking at the nation’s Cold War experience. Tues., Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Mahogany: The Costs of Luxury in Early America Scholar Jennifer L. Anderson traces the path of mahogany through many hands, from enslaved African woodcutters to skilled cabinetmakers. Wed., Jan. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
TV Takeaway Author Kathleen Collins surveys the history of the cooking-show genre from its beginnings in the 1940s. Thurs., Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m.
The Hard Way to Machu Picchu
Photo: Jonathan Blanc.
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Author Mark Adams chronicles the famous lost Inca city of Machu Picchu expedition as recreated by a not-soadventurous travel magazine editor.
Mon., Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Dishing the Dirt with Dirt Candy Authors Amanda Cohen, Ryan Dunlavey, and Grady Hendrix discuss New York City vegetarian restaurants and their graphic cookbook novel. Tues., Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
A People’s Guide to the Federal Budget Mattea Kramer, a senior research analyst at the National Priorities Project, explains how the federal budget affects all Americans. Wed., Jan. 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Dearie: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child Author Bob Spitz chronicles the life of popular TV chef and author from World War II research assistant to French cooking connoisseur. Thurs., Jan. 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Not Just Roommates: Cohabitation after the Sexual Revolution Scholar Elizabeth H. Pleck looks at how cohabitation has increased in great numbers since the late 1960s.
Author Talks, Films, and Exhibitions
January–April 2013 nypl.org
Wed., Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
The Country Cooking of Greece
Outlier States: American Strategies to Change, Contain, or Engage Regimes
Chef and food writer Diane Kochilas captures the glory and diversity of Greek cuisine, bringing to life the country’s unique food culture. Mon., Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Hunting Down the Jews: Vichy, the Nazis and Mafia Collaborators in Provence, 1942–1944 Author Isaac Levendel details Nazi and Vichy anti-Semitic policy and analyzes the mechanisms of collaboration with its Mafia component. Tues., Jan. 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Eat the City Journalist Robin Shulman chronicles New York’s intrepid fishers, foragers, butchers, farmers, poultry minders, sugar refiners, cane cutters, beekeepers, winemakers, and brewers who built the city. Mon., Feb. 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Nostradamus Historian Stéphane Gerson and writer Mitch Horowitz explore how an obscure Renaissance astrologer rose to fame and become a modern prophet of doom. Tues., Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
Long Island Author Paul J. Mateyunas showcases a portion of his collection of more than 20,000 images documenting the North Shore of Long Island. Wed., Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m.
MoMA @ the Library: Tokyo 1955–1970 Scholar Midori Yamamura examines a variety of works that draw on the artistic, cultural, and commercial energy of the Japanese metropolis as it grew from the capital of a war-torn nation to an international center of cosmopolitanism.
EXHIBITION
Scholar Robert S. Litwak explores the U.S.’s policy change regarding international development of nuclear weapons and questions its feasibility and consequences. Mon., Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m.
A Culinary History of Jews in America Based on the Astrological Signs of the Delicatessen Comedy writer Seth Front uses the metaphor of the deli to describe the changes felt by four generations of American Jews, from arrival to adaptation, then assimilation to rediscovery of roots. Tues., Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Why Calories Count: From Science to Politics Nutrition expert and food scholar Marion Nestle explores the history and modern use of the calorie, from its scientific definition to its relationship to government policy.
Ex Libris Mundi January 8–April 3, 2013 Art Wall on Third
Rebecca Riley’s site-specific exhibition presents a series of colorful and dynamic collaged maps of cities where important contemporary and historical libraries are located. Painted with mosaic patterns and defined by the lines of the roads and rivers of the maps, the collages prompt viewers to think about changing geographies of the world.
Thurs., Feb. 21 at 6:30 p.m.
African American Faces of the Civil War: An Album Civil War photograph collector and researcher Ronald S. Coddington profiles men of color who fought for their freedom during the Civil War and shares previously unpublished wartime photos.
Sat., Feb. 9 at 3 p.m.
Artist Dialogue: Rebecca Riley and Stephanie Hightower Artist and professor Hightower joins Riley to discuss Ex Libris Mundi and the meaning of manipulating maps.
Mon., Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Mary Wells: The Tumultuous Life of Motown’s First Superstar Author Peter Benjaminson delves into the turbulent life of the Motown artist whose songs crossed the color line and whose voice captivated fans on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Mid-Manhattan Library EXHIBITION
Tues., Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Twelve Patients: Life and Death at Bellevue Hospital Scholar Eric Manheimer explores the nation’s oldest public hospital from top to bottom and on a tour between life and death. Wed., Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Some of My Best Friends Are Black: The Strange Story of Integration in America Writer Tanner Colby shares his thoughts on the social, economic, and political factors of race. Tues., Mar. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
High on the Hog: A Culinary Journey from Africa to America Culinary expert Jessica B. Harris discusses food and foodways of the African Diaspora and African Americans. Wed., Mar. 6 at 6:30 p.m.
pinkpurple January 11–May 23, 2013
MoMA @ the Library: Inventing Abstraction, 1912–1925 Scholar Jennifer A. Katanic offers an overview of abstraction’s early history.
Art in the Corner Room
Thurs., Mar. 21 at 6:30 p.m.
The Battle Over Health Care: What Obama’s Reform Means for America’s Future
Tamara Gonzales presents vinyl window hangings that incorporate collage and elements created using her technique of spray-painting through found lace, tablecloths, and doilies. The Plexiglas floor sculptures, made specifically for the windows facing Fifth Avenue, are an extension of the viewers’ experience of seeing the artist’s images on a computer screen as part of her blog, pinkpurplefeeder.tumblr.com.
Author Rosemary Gibson provides an analysis of health care reform and its impact on the United States’ economy.
Tues., Mar. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
Art specialist Larissa Bailiff explores radical paintings, drawings, and sculptures in Europe’s fin-de-siècle period, which gave rise to the birth of modernism.
What Inspires Artists: Tamara Gonzales and Arezoo Moseni The Corner Room at 40th and Fifth
Gonzales and senior art librarian Moseni explore some of the artist’s most significant sources of inspiration, including altars, churches, and shrines.
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Wed., Apr. 3 at 6:30 p.m.
MoMA @ the Library: The Provocative Fin de Siècle
UNION DEFENDERS Civil War soldiers Alexander
Herritage Newton (left) and Daniel S. Lathrop (right) had their portrait taken in New Haven, Connecticut, in about 1865. See Feb. 21. Collection of the Beinicke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.
Mon., Apr. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Escape from North Korea: The Untold Story of Asia’s Underground Railroad Writer Melanie Kirkpatrick shares the stories of citizens who have fled from North Korea using a secret route. Mon., Apr. 29 at 6:30 p.m.
The Good Girls Revolt Journalist Lynn Povich recounts the historic 1970 lawsuit against Newsweek, detailing how she and her female colleagues at the magazine sued their bosses and changed the workplace.
Wed., Apr. 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Sasha and Emma Author Karen Avrich discusses anarchists Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman.
FOR EVEN MORE PROGRAMS, PICK UP A FLYER IN THE LOBBY, VISIT NYPL.ORG, OR CALL 917-ASK-NYPL.
NYPL in Your Neighborhood film series
Three Auteurs of World Cinema See classic and cult films from a trio of masters: the highly stylized Wong Kar-Wai, the meditative Tarkovsky, and the fantastical Fellini.
Feb. 6
Chungking Express (1994)
Days of Being Wild (1990)
Jan. 16
Feb. 13
Fallen Angels (1995)
Happy Together (1997)
Jan. 30
Feb. 20
In the Mood for Love (2001)
Mar. 13
The Mirror (1974)
I Vitelloni (1953) Apr. 17
The White Sheik (1952)
Melrose
Two Mondays a month; 4 p.m. Parkchester
Third Saturday of the month; 2 p.m. Tremont Van Nest
Mar. 20
Wednesdays; 10:30 a.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m.
Stalker (1979)
Westchester Square
Mar. 27
One Thursday a month; 4:30 p.m.
The Sacrifice (1986) This screening is at 6 p.m.
Films of Federico Fellini Apr. 10
First Saturday of the month; 1 p.m.
Once a month; call for details.
Films of Andrei Tarkovsky Andrei Rublev (1966)
See page 26.
Kingsbridge
Films of Wong Kar-Wai
Mar. 6
BRONX Bronx Library Center
One or two Saturdays a month; 1 p.m.
Corner Room at 40th and Fifth
As Tears Go By (1988)
Neighborhood libraries regularly show recent and classic films. For more information, visit nypl.org/events.
Francis Martin
Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Jan. 9
Films
Morningside Heights MANHATTAN 58th Street
Fridays; 2 p.m. Apr. 24
115th Street
La Strada (1954)
Second and fourth Saturdays of the month; 1 p.m. Columbus
Thursdays; 11 a.m. Epiphany
Saturdays; 12:30 p.m. Mulberry Street
Second Wednesday of the month; 2 p.m. Tompkins Square
Wednesdays; 5 p.m. Yorkville
One Friday a month (starting in Feb.); 2 p.m.
Thursdays; 2 p.m. Fort Washington
Second Saturday of the month; 2 p.m. (in Russian) George Bruce
Two or three Saturdays a month; 11 a.m. Jefferson Market
Mondays; 6 p.m. Chungking Express
Kips Bay
Two or three Fridays a month; 1 p.m.
STATEN ISLAND New Dorp
Two or three Saturdays a month; 2 p.m. Port Richmond
Every other Thursday; 1 p.m. St. George Library Center
See page 26.
Science, Industry and Business Library
T
he Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) is a circulating and research library that focuses on business, industry, finance, jobs, and careers. It houses 350,000 volumes, business, trade, and popular science periodicals, and premium online business and finance databases. SIBL’s services for start-ups and established small businesses include mentoring by business executives and the New York StartUP! Business Plan Competition. Job Search Central provides resources on jobs and careers, including a comprehensive online software training platform. Financial Literacy Central offers 1,500 business and personal finance books and extensive e-resources. Both services include free one-on-one professional coaching and counseling sessions.
188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street) 917.ASK.NYPL (917.275.6975) nypl.org/locations/sibl Building Tours Building tours: Thurs. at 2 p.m., a free one-hour tour. public programs Selected public programs are presented in Room 015 or Room 018 on the Lower Level. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis unless otherwise noted. Seating cannot be guaranteed once the program begins.
Financial literacy programming at The New York Public Library is made possible by the generous support of .
JOB SEARCH Tues., Jan. 8 at 6 p.m.
Get Hired Now! How to Get the Job You Really Want Discuss “hidden” techniques and strategies to ace your next job interview with CUNY employment coordinator Barry Cohen. Also: Feb. 12 at 12 noon and Mar. 13 at
6 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 17 at 6 p.m.
Speak with Power and Confidence Learn and improve public speaking skills for job interviews, presentations, and meetings with Diane DiResta. Tues., Jan. 22 at 6 p.m.
Sell Yourself as a Consultant Take your expertise and transform it into a successful career as a consultant as Charles Moldenhauer guides you through the steps. Also: Apr. 24 at 6 p.m. Wed., Jan. 23 at 6 p.m.
Use LinkedIn to Get and Ace Interviews Learn how to use the online network to research job prospects, contact people, and get interviews with Robert Hellmann. Tues., Jan. 29 at 12 noon
15-Second Resume Learn techniques to get your resume noticed by hiring managers with Hal Eskenazi.
series
Winter Job Search Essentials with Win Sheffield Thurs., Jan. 3 at 6 p.m.
Use Your Accomplishments to Uncover Your Career Direction Find out how to adapt your skills and experiences to new fields. Sat., Jan. 19 at 12 noon
Successful Career Management Assess where you are in your career planning and set priorities to make your career efforts more productive. Wed., Feb. 13 at 6 p.m.
Your Accomplishments: The Single Most Important Part of Managing Your Career Learn how to pick and tell compelling stories that will express your value more forcefully. Tues., Mar. 26 at 6 p.m.
How to Network: Developing a Compelling Narrative Discover techniques to communicate your value in any circumstance. Tues., Apr. 30 at 6 p.m.
Handle Difficult Interview Questions by Sharing Your Accomplishments Turn difficult questions to your advantage and confidently discuss your accomplishments.
Tues., Feb. 5 at 6 p.m.
The Job Outlook to 2020 Get the facts about the fastest-growing jobs, long-term projections, and job growth into 2020 from Lisa Boily of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Photo: Jonathan Blanc.
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Thurs., Feb. 14 at 6 p.m.
Match Your Personality with a Career You Love Explore and examine your interests, values, skills, and temperament to create a career that expresses your best self with Eileen Sharaga.
Job Search and Career Development
January–April 2013 nypl.org
Wed., Feb. 27 at 6 p.m.
Thurs., Mar. 28 at 6 p.m.
Defining What’s Next: Five Steps to Career Clarity
Speak with Poise, Passion, and Persuasive Power
Develop a five-step formula to clarify your next career move with Laura Powers.
Learn how to persuade listeners in the office, boardroom, courtroom, and media with Maria Guida.
Thurs., Feb. 28 at 6 p.m.
Wed., Apr. 3 at 6 p.m.
How to Conduct an Effective Job Search
Stand Out from the Crowd: A Strong Resume in a Weak Economy
Learn strategies and tactics for securing a job with Bruce A. Hurwitz. Thurs., Mar. 7 at 6 p.m.
Customizing Social Media to Reach Your Target Audience Discover creative ways to find and engage customers using social-media marketing strategies with Helena Escalante. Wed., Mar. 20 at 6 p.m.
Network Your Way Into a Job Develop a new way of networking more confidently with David Lees. Wed., Mar. 27 at 6 p.m.
Start Building Your Professional Stature Build an action plan that boosts your professional stature with Charles Moldenhauer.
Get tips on creating a targeted resume that showcases what you have to offer with Karen Palevsky. Thurs., Apr. 11 at 6 p.m.
Ace the Interview Learn how to turn your interview into an offer with Renee Rosenberg. Tues., Apr. 16 at 6 p.m.
Interviewing with Confidence
HEY, GOOD LOOKIN’ This advertisement for a young men’s three-button notch lapel suit from the 1920s evoked success through distinctive styling. See Mar. 27. Science, Industry and Business Library, General Collection Division.
Tues., Apr. 23 at 6 p.m.
Public Speaking: From Freak-Out to Fun
Focus on how to stand out from other candidates with David Lees.
Improve your presentation skills using your natural strengths with Nancy Ancowitz.
Wed., Apr. 17 at 6 p.m.
Thurs., Apr. 25 at 6 p.m.
Authentic Branding: Letting the Real You Shine in Any Situation Focus on your unique abilities to create the outcome you desire with Kristina Leonardi.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Contacts Discover techniques used at the Five O’Clock Club to connect and reconnect with people who can be helpful in your job search with Chip Conlin.
series
The Self-Recruiter® Lectures with John Crant Wed., Jan. 9 at 6 p.m.
Wed., Feb. 6 at 6 p.m.
Wed., Mar. 6 at 6 p.m.
Organizing and Managing Your Job Search
Career Evolution: Preparing for Your Career’s Next Leap with Social Media Marketing
Interview Intervention: The Self-Recruiter Checklist
Discover how to plan, set goals, and manage your job search. Also: Apr. 6 at 11:30 a.m. Wed., Jan. 30 at 6 p.m.
Building Your Professional Network with LinkedIn Get the tools you need to use LinkedIn for networking and expanding your job search.
Learn how to take your career to the next level, get that next promotion, and continually market yourself. Tues., Feb. 19 at 12 noon
Resume Renovation Learn how to stand out during your job search by making cuts to your resume.
Find out how to research job opportunities, prepare for interviews, and follow up afterward. Sat., Mar. 23 at 11:30 a.m.
The Paradigm Shift in Job Search: Marketing Yourself to the Decision Maker Learn new techniques to get the attention of hiring managers.
Also: Apr. 10 at 6 p.m.
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Science, Science, Industry Industry and and Business Business Library Library 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street)
PERSONAL FINANCE Tues., Jan. 15 at 6 p.m.
Bond Basics* Learn about the different types of bonds, how they work, and the pros and cons of investing in them. Tues., Jan. 29 at 6 p.m.
It’s Never Too Late to Start Investing* Understand time-tested investing principles and techniques to achieve your financial goals. Tues., Feb. 12 at 6 p.m.
Tax Tips for Your 2012 Tax Return*
Tues., Feb. 26 at 6 p.m.
Avoiding Common Mistakes on Wills* Simplify the process of making a will. Tues., Mar. 12 at 6 p.m.
A Practical Guide to Buying a Co-op, a Condo, or a House Learn the steps necessary to buy real estate as a first-timer with Carmen Lee Shue. Tues., Mar. 19 at 6 p.m.
Identity Theft Learn what identity theft is and how to minimize the risk of becoming a victim.
Tues., Apr. 2 at 6 p.m.
Introduction to Medicare Get an overview of the Medicare program and coverage options with Eric Hausman from the NYC Department for the Aging. Tues., Apr. 9 at 6 p.m.
Hope for the Best, but Plan for the Worst Discusses strategies used during the recovery from the Great Depression and how to apply them to today’s difficult financial times with Joan Lappin. *Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
Relieve the stress of tax season with strategies to lower your taxes.
Get More Free Tax Help at SIBL! January 22–April 15, Monday–Saturday
See opposite page ➤
SMALL BUSINESS
Friday, April 26 at 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thurs., Jan. 10 at 6 p.m.
Thurs., Feb. 7 at 6 p.m.
Resources for Exporting to Mexico
Estrategias de mercadotecnia para pequeñas empresas
Get practical tips and a list of resources from Helena Escalante, who offers expert advice about successfully exporting products or services to Mexico.
This program will be offered in Spanish only.
Wed., Jan. 16 at 6 p.m.
Starting a Small Business Learn the fundamentals of federal taxes for small business owners and get answers to a wide range of related tax questions. Sponsored by the IRS. Thurs., Jan. 24 at 6 p.m.
Are You Ready for NYC Local Law 87? Get to know the new green building law with Valerie Corbett as she details the measure designed to improve the energy and water efficiency of New York City’s largest buildings.
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Financial Empowerment Day @ SIBL
Thurs., Feb. 21 at 6 p.m.
Americans Doing Business in China: What You Need to Know Learn about the business climate in China and get advice on how to successfully conduct business there with Ling Chen. Thurs., Mar. 21 at 6 p.m.
Is Your Business Ready for Investment Capital? Explore new sources of funding for your enterprise by understanding the different types of investors, what they look for, and what questions they’re likely to ask with Freda L. Thomas.
Classes • Mortgages • Investments • Your Parents and Their Finances • Retirement Planning and Social Security Counseling Certified Financial Planners offer 30-minute private sessions Database Demonstrations How-to demonstrations of resources to assist you with your personal finances Financial Fair Financial information from organizations such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Social Security Administration, SCORE, and the Better Business Bureau Held in conjunction with the Financial Planning Association of New York.
NYPL in Your Neighborhood
Job Search and Personal Finance Classes
In addition to hosting job search and financial planning lectures and workshops at SIBL, the Library offers career and financial educational programs at locations in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. JOB SEARCH
Finding Your Right Career Robert Hellmann Baychester, Bronx Mon., Jan. 7 at 2 p.m.
Interview Planning and Preparation Lisa Pannerello Huguenot Park, Staten Island Wed., Jan. 16 at 11 a.m. Throg’s Neck, Bronx Sat., Jan. 19 at 2 p.m.
The On-Target Resume Theodore Henderson
Resume and “Pitch” Intensive Robert Hellmann Baychester, Bronx Mon., Jan. 14 at 2 p.m.
Resume Renovation John Crant Fort Washington, Manhattan Sat., Jan. 19 at 2 p.m.
PERSONAL FINANCE
College Planning and Financial Aid Allan Katz Richmondtown, Staten Island Mon., Jan. 14 at 6 p.m.
Port Richmond, Staten Island Thurs., Feb. 21 at 1 p.m.
Bronx Library Center Tues., Mar. 12 at 10 a.m.
Organizing and Managing Your Job Search
Cooking with Organic Foods on a Budget
John Crant
Mona Lau
Port Richmond, Staten Island Thurs., Jan. 24 at 1 p.m.
Great Kills, Staten Island Sat., Feb. 9 at 1 p.m.
Fort Washington, Manhattan Sat., Feb. 16 at 2 p.m.
Professional Image Development Lisa Pannerello Throg’s Neck, Bronx Sat., Feb. 23 at 2 p.m.
How to Save at Least 50 Percent Every Time You Grocery Shop Susan Samtur
Tottenville, Staten Island Mon., Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Medicare Information Session Allan Katz Seward Park, Manhattan Thurs., Jan. 3 at 10:30 a.m.
Sunshine and Shadow Matthew Hale Smith explores the relative light of life in uptown Manhattan and the shade of Five Points living in his book of New York City vignettes, published in 1869. Mid-Manhattan Picture Collection.
Special Needs Planning Brooks Johnson 67th Street, Manhattan Sat., Feb. 2 at 3 p.m.
Success Over Survival Brooks Johnson George Bruce, Manhattan Thurs., Jan. 10 at 11:30 a.m.
Understanding Your Social Security Benefits Bernard L. Rosen George Bruce, Manhattan Thurs., Feb. 7 at 11:30 a.m. Bronx Library Center Tues., Feb. 12 at 10 a.m.
Worth for Women Brooks Johnson George Bruce, Manhattan Wed., Jan. 23 at 5:30 p.m.
Get Free Tax Help at the Library! It’s tax time! Get free help preparing and filing your 2012 taxes at The New York Public Library January 22–April 15. BRONX Bronx Library Center Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays Grand Concourse Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays MANHATTAN Countee Cullen Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays Inwood Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays SIBL Monday–Saturday For each location’s specific hours and more information, visit nypl.org/taxhelp. This program is available to those who earn less than $50,000 per tax return; participants must bring all pertinent documents and information to the library site and have a valid e-mail address and basic computer skills. No appointment necessary.
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center
T
he Library for the Performing Arts houses one of the world’s most extensive combinations of circulating, reference, and rare archival collections in the fields of music, dance, theater, and film. It is known particularly for its large collections of historic recordings, videotapes, autograph manuscripts, correspondence, sheet music, stage designs, posters, and photographs. The library also presents free exhibitions and public programs, including live music and theater performances, film screenings, and more.
40 Lincoln Center Plaza 212.870.1630 nypl.org/locations/lpa
Exhibition Hours Mon. and Thurs., 12 noon–8 p.m.; Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., 12 noon–6 p.m. public programs Public programs are presented in the Library’s Bruno Walter Auditorium. Admission is free, and first-come, first-served. For further information, call 212.642.0142. For Sunday programs, use the library entrance at 111 Amsterdam Avenue, just south of 65th Street (the Lincoln Center Plaza entrance is closed on Sundays, and the library’s exhibitions, collections, and other services are not available). The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts gratefully acknowledges the leadership support of Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman. Additional support for exhibitions has been provided by Judy R. and Alfred A. Rosenberg and the Miriam and Harold Steinberg Foundation. The LPA Cinema Series is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.
Sun., Jan. 6 at 2:30 p.m.
Robert Farris Thompson, Master T*
Violinist Ayako Yonetani and pianist Evan Solomon perform duets.
This lecture traces mambo’s fusion with other dance styles.
Sat., Jan. 12 at 2:30 p.m.
Mon., Apr. 1 at 6 p.m.
Nearer to East: Chamber Music from the Arab World
Gotham Radio Theatre
Soprano Christine Moore and Lunatics at Large play works by contemporary composers.
In a production similar to those of the 1940s, actors perform a theatrical piece live on the radio. Thurs., Apr. 4 at 6 p.m.
Sat., Jan. 19 at 2:30 p.m.
Ronald K. Brown/Evidence*
Welcome Home Concert
The choreographer and four of his dancers talk about their trips to Africa and show video clips.
Composer and woodwind player Silvio Scambone presents new chamber works and vocal arrangements. Sat., Jan. 26 at 2:30 p.m.
The Crossroads of the Soul Chamber16 performs Stravinsky’s L’Histoire du Soldat. Sun., Jan. 27 at 2:30 p.m.
On a Sunday Afternoon @ LPA The New York Viola Society presents its annual collegiate concert.
Thurs., Apr. 11 at 6 p.m.
Djoniba Mouflet, Djoniba Dance & Drum Centre* Dancer and drummer Mouflet presents an evening of African dance and drumming with members of his ensemble. *Presented by the Committee for the Jerome Robbins Dance Division and the Jerome Robbins Dance Division.
Thurs., Jan. 31 at 6 p.m.
etudes and studies The ensemble counter)induction plays classic and new works. Sat., Feb. 9 at 2:30 p.m.
It’s Love Vocalist Karen Luschar sings Broadway and American standards. Sat., Feb. 16 at 2:30 p.m.
Con Brio Ensemble The trio plays pieces by Schumann, Franck, and Franz Mittler. Sat., Feb 23 at 1:30 p.m.
Norma The New York Opera Forum performs a concert version of Bellini’s opera. Thurs., Mar. 7 at 6 p.m.
Women’s History Month Concert A chamber ensemble celebarates the work of female New York composers. 20 NYPL Now!
Thurs., Mar. 14 at 6 p.m.
On a Sunday Afternoon @ LPA
series
Arts of Egypt Sat., Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m.
Opera in Arabic Sun., Feb. 3 at 2:30 p.m.
Music for Piano and French Horn Mon., Feb. 4 at 6 p.m.
The Music of Mohammed Fairouz Wed., Feb. 6 at 2:30 p.m.
Egyptian Cinema: A Panel Discussion Wed., Feb. 13 at 6 p.m.
Vocalist Ahmad Gamal
Concerts, Films, and Exhibitions series
January–April 2013 nypl.org
EXHIBITION
100 Years of Flamenco in New York, 1913–2013 March 12–July 13, 2013 Shelby Cullom Davis Museum Vincent Astor Gallery
Featuring photographs, costumes, performance regalia, and film, this multimedia exhibition chronicles the history of flamenco dance, music, and song in New York throughout the past century. Highlights include clothing made for José Greco, a pioneering flamenco dancer who founded his own company. This exhibition is a collaboration between LPA and Flamenco Vivo.
Harold Lloyd in The Kid Brother. © 2011 The Harold Lloyd Trust.
Silent Clowns: Happy 120th Birthday, Harold Lloyd!
Flamenco music, song, and dance originated in Andalusia, in southern Spain.
Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. Mar. 9
Photo: Victor DeLiso. Courtesy of Flamenco Vivo.
The Kid Brother (1927)
Flamenco’s Fabulous Steps, Sounds, and Rhythms
Apr. 13
In conjunction with 100 Years of Flamenco in New York, 1913–2013, LPA presents performances and lectures and a film series.
Safety Last! (1923) Live piano accompaniment for all films by Ben Model. The Silent Clowns Film Series is programmed by Ben Model, Bruce Lawton, and Steve Massa.
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Songbook @ LPA Mondays at 6 p.m. Arts and Artists at St. Paul, directed by John Znidarsic, presents concerts of new music by Broadway composers and lyricists. Jan. 28 , Feb. 25 , Mar. 25 , Apr. 29
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Thurs., Mar. 28 at 6 p.m.
The Dance, the Music, the Song Noted flamencologist Sir Brook Zern talks with K. Meira Goldberg and Nina Bennahum.
Film Series: Featuring Flamenco Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. Apr. 2
Apr. 16
Blood Wedding
El Amor Brujo
(directed by Carlos Saura, 1981)
(directed by Carlos Saura, 1986)
Sat., Mar. 30 at 2:30 p.m.
Flamenco at 5:15
Estampa Flamenca
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana Ensemble This performance showcases flamenco’s rich culture.
(directed by Cynthia Scott, 1983)
(directed by Dave Ellis, 1978)
Apr. 9
Apr. 23
Carmen (directed by Carlos Saura, 1983)
Flamenco
Concerto Flamenco (directed by Maurice Amar, 1964)
Sabicas, Maestro de Flamenco
Thurs., Apr. 18 at 6 p.m.
A Bow to the Americans as Producers, Artists, and Educators Exhibition co-curator Deirdre Towers moderates a panel discussion.
(directed by Carlos Saura, 1995)
(director unknown, 1966–1969)
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The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center
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Music of New York: A Film and Performance Series Over the course of six weeks, LPA offers a variety of programs that explore musical styles of the past century, from Prohibition-era jazz to the folk revival to hip-hop, culminating in a concert of songs composed at the Brill Building, performed by Joe McGinty and the Losers Lounge band. For more information, visit nypl.org/locations/lpa.
HIP-HOP Wed., Mar. 20 at 6 p.m.
Film: Style Wars
The band Santana, featuring Carlos Santana (above), became famous in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Photo: © Chad Batka.
American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Music April 20–July 13, 2013 Shelby Cullom Davis Museum Donald & Mary Oenslager Gallery
This survey explores the history of Latinos in popular music in the United States from the 1940s to the present. Material about stars such as Tito Puente, Ritchie Valens, Celia Cruz, Carlos Santana, and Selena documents individual creativity, while a display of items about Latino music and dance before World War II from LPA’s collections expands the exhibition’s historical scope. American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Music was created by EMP Museum and the University of Washington. It was organized for travel by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. The exhibition, its national tour, and related programs are made possible by Ford Motor Company Fund. To complement American Sabor, LPA presents two special evenings in April (see Music of New York, right), plus additional programs in May and June.
This 30th anniversary screening of the film is followed by a discussion with filmmaker Henry Chalfant. Sat., Mar. 23 at 4 p.m.
Fresh, Bold, and So Def Women in Hip-Hop This program is cosponsored by LPA and the Schomburg Center; it takes place at the Schomburg Center.
PUNKING OUT Tues., Mar. 26 at 6 p.m.
Film: Punking Out (directed by Maggi Carson, Juliusz Kossakowski, Frederic A. Shore, 1979) Wed., Mar. 27 at 6 p.m.
I Wanna Be Sedated Early punk scene participants discuss the styles and sounds of downtown New York in the ’70s and ’80s.
FOLK MUSIC REVIVAL Tues., Apr. 2 at 6 p.m.
Sing Out: The Village’s Vanguard An exploration of rare print and recorded materials from the Music Division and the Rodgers and Hammerstein Archives of Recorded Sound.
Tues., Apr. 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Prohibition DJ MAC aka Michael Cumella of WFMU’s Antique Phonograph hosts a live radio broadcast. Wed., Apr. 10 at 6 p.m.
To Be Danced and Romanced: The Jazz Age in 1920s New York City Michael Arenella explores the fashion and dances of the flapper generation.
AMERICAN SABOR: FROM THE PALLADIUM TO THE BRONX Wed., Apr. 17 at 6 p.m.
Salsa: A New York Mixture Thurs., Apr. 18 at 6 p.m.
Film: Machito: A Latin Jazz Legacy (directed by Carlo Ortiz, 1987) These programs are presented in conjunction with the exhibition American Sabor.
MUSIC, MONEY, AND MIDTOWN: COMMERCE AND CREATION IN THE BRILL BUILDING Mon., Apr. 22 at 6 p.m.
Film: Grace of My Heart (directed by Allison Anders, 1996)
Wed., Apr. 3 at 6 p.m.
Sat., Apr. 27 at 7 p.m.
Film: Don’t Look Back
Sounds of the Brill Building with Joe McGinty and the Losers Lounge Band
(directed by D. A. Pennebaker, 1967)
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SPEAKING EASY, LIVING HARD: MUSIC OF THE PROHIBITION ERA
NYPL in Your Neighborhood
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Memory Preserved: Glass Plates Photographs of the Royal Cambodian Dancers March 28–May 11, 2013 Shelby Cullom Davis Museum Plaza Corridor Gallery
These rare images of five principal women dancers from the Royal Ballet of Cambodia are on display in the United States for the first time. Recently rediscovered, catalogued, restored, and digitized, the 1927 images capture the dancers performing the postures and gestures from the classical canon. French scholar George Groslier, who was the director of the National Museum of Cambodia, initiated the project to preserve the memory of the ballet, which he believed was endangered. This exhibition is an initiative of the Ecole Francais d’Extreme Orient (EFEO) and the National Museum of Cambodia, with support from UNESCO and the Institut Francais Cambodge. This exhibition is part of New York’s Season of Cambodia festival (April 6–May 31).
Throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, soloists and ensembles perform concerts celebrating music from around the world. This winter, in recognition of Black History Month, NYPL also presents a theatrical piece that honors abolitionist Harriet Tubman. For more information, visit nypl.org/events. Don Witter, Spanish and Latin American guitar Castle Hill, Bronx
Sat., Jan. 26 at 2 p.m. Yorkville, Manhattan
Sat., Feb. 23 at 1:30 p.m.
Christine Dixon as Harriet Tubman Herself Tremont, Bronx
Tues., Jan. 15 at 4 p.m.
Princess Norodom Buppha Devi and Peter Sellars Her Royal Highness Princess Norodom Buppha Devi, Cambodia’s esteemed prima ballerina of the 1960s and a pioneer in the revival and preservation of Cambodian classical court dance, talks about her art with theater and opera director Peter Sellars. Presented in conjunction with Season of Cambodia and the Royal Ballet of Cambodia’s presentation of The Legend of Apsara Mera at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (May 2–4).
Ken Simon Jazz Quartet Webster, Manhattan
Thurs., Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. Westchester Square, Bronx
Sat., Feb. 23 at 3 p.m.
Nylon Wound, classical guitar Richmondtown, Staten Island
Sat., Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. Dongan Hills, Staten Island
West New Brighton, Staten Island
Sat., Mar. 16 at 2 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 2 at 2 p.m.
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Bronx Library Center
Countee Cullen, Manhattan
Mon., Feb. 4 at 4 p.m. Columbus, Manhattan
Tues., Apr. 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Concerts
Tues., Feb. 5 at 4 p.m. Webster, Manhattan
Sat., Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.
For even more music, check out two Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series performances and the Women’s Jazz Festival at The Schomburg Center for Research in Black History. See pages 24–25.
Don’t Miss! EXHIBITION CLOSING SOON
Martha Swope: In Rehearsal Through January 26, 2013 Shelby Cullom Davis Museum Vincent Astor Gallery
Nylon Wound’s Gregory Askins and Joseph Parisi perform original compositions and arrangements for classical guitar.
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
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he Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture houses one of the country’s premier research collections of materials documenting black life and the history and culture of peoples of African descent. A focal point of Harlem’s cultural life, the Center also mounts exhibitions and sponsors programs and events that illuminate and illustrate the richness of black history and culture. 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street) 212.491.2200 schomburgcenter.org
Thurs., Jan. 10 at 7 p.m.
Carnegie Hall’s Neighborhood Concert Series: Gregory Porter* Hear the jazz soloist’s melodious baritone and soulful scatting.
First Fridays at the Schomburg*
Sat., Jan. 12 at 6 p.m.
Fridays at 6 p.m.
For My People: A Musical & Poetic Tribute to Elizabeth Catlett* African Voices presents a musical and poetic tribute to the celebrated sculptor, painter, and printmaker. Mon., Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Exhibition Hours and self-guided Building Tours Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Schomburg Society For information on joining the Schomburg Society and supporting the Center’s work, call 212.491.2252. public Education programs For more information about educational programs and classes for students and educators, call 212.491.2234 or send an e-mail to schomburged@nypl.org. Schomburg Center programs and exhibitions are supported in part by the City of New York; the State of New York; the New York City Council Black, Latino and Asian Caucus; the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus; the Rockefeller Foundation Endowment for the Performing Arts; and the Annie E. and Sarah L. Delany Charitable Trusts. Carnegie Hall’s Neighborhood Concert Series is a program of the Weill Music Institute and is sponsored by Target®.
Shop at the Schomburg The Schomburg Shop offers books, gifts, jewelry, and more. All purchases support the Schomburg Center. The Shop is open Mon.–Sat., 11 a.m.–6 p.m. For more information, call 212.491.2206.
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Between the Lines: Ayana Mathis* The author discusses her debut novel, The Twelve Tribes of Hattie. Thurs., Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Between the Lines: Tanya Hernandez and Paulette Caldwell* This discussion focuses on racial inequity in Latin America. This program is presented in celebration of Arturo Schomburg’s birthday. Sat., Jan. 26 at 4 p.m.
Start the first weekend of each month with this informal social gathering, which features music, drinks, and extended exhibition hours until 8 p.m. Jan. 4, Feb. 1, Mar. 1, Apr. 5
Family Fun at the Schomburg* Saturdays at 4 p.m. These monthly workshops, performances, and other activities for families allow children to have fun while learning about the history and culture of the African Diaspora.
Films at the Schomburg: Veterans of Color*
Jan. 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 2, Apr. 6
This documentary profiles African American veterans from WWII, Korea, and Vietnam.
Before 5* Wednesdays at 2 p.m.
Mon., Jan. 28 at 7 p.m.
Carnegie Hall’s Neighborhood Concert Series: Lionel Loueke Trio*
Schomburg’s new series presents music, author talks, and more one Wednesday a month.
Led by jazz guitarist and vocalist Loueke, the ensemble performs songs from its newest recording, Heritage.
Jan. 23, Feb. 27, Mar. 27, Apr. 24
Mon., Feb. 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Between the Lines: Deborah Willis and Barbara Krauthamer* These speakers discuss freedom for black Americans in the Civil War era. Presented in conjunction with the Visualizing Emancipation exhibition. TD Bank is the lead sponsor of Black History Month at the Schomburg Center. Photo: Rick Lew.
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Registration *Programs followed by an asterisk require registration; call 212.491.2040 or visit schomburgcenter.eventbrite.com.
FOR EVEN MORE WINTER PROGRAMS, VISIT SChomburgcenter.org
Programs and Exhibitions
Special Events
January–April 2013 nypl.org
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Sat., Feb. 2 at 7:30 p.m.
The Life and Times of Olu Dara aka Charlie Jones Avery Brooks hosts a tribute to the multitalented artist Olu Dara. Tickets are $30 (general admission) and $60 (VIP and reception).To purchase tickets, contact slowclix.com or 888.718.4253. TD Bank is the lead sponsor of Black History Month at the Schomburg Center.
From Cover to Cover: 20 Years of African Voices Through January 19, 2013 Latimer/Edison Gallery
Mon., Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25 at 7 p.m.
Women’s Jazz Festival Celebrate Women’s History Month with four exciting evenings, which feature the Spelman College Jazz Ensemble and other vocal and instrumental musicians. Tickets are $25 ($20 for Schomburg Society members); visit schomburgcenter.org.
Visualizing Emancipation Through March 16, 2013 Exhibition Hall Lead Sponsor
Jennie, a portrait of one of Jones’s students, was painted in 1943. Courtesy of the Howard University Gallery of Art, Washington, DC. Photo: Jarvis Grant.
EXHIBITION
Africans in India: From Slaves to Generals and Rulers Through May 18, 2013 Latimer/Edison Gallery Nawab Sidi Mohammed Haider Khan. Collection of Kenneth and Joyce Robbins.
This panel exhibition presents the little-known story of the extraordinary achievements of East Africans who were part of the elite even as they remained enslaved or were freed. Starting in the 1400s, some became generals, architects, religious leaders, prime ministers, city planners, rulers, founders of dynasties, and rulers’ wives.
Loïs Mailou Jones: A Life of Vibrant Color April 19–June 29, 2013 Exhibition Hall
This retrospective offers an expansive look at the pioneering artist’s 75-year career, which stretched from late post-Impressionism to a contemporary mixture of African, Caribbean, American, and African-American iconography, design, and thematic elements. Jones, who began as a textile designer and faced early racial and gender discrimination, painted portraits, still lifes, and landscapes. An influential educator at Howard University for nearly 50 years, Jones continued to paint into her 90s.
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Bronx Library Center
St. George Library Center
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pened in 2006 as NYPL’s first “green” library, the Bronx Library Center (BLC) is the borough’s largest library. In addition to its extensive circulating and reference materials, BLC houses the Latino and Puerto Rican Heritage Collection and materials in Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Bengali, and Korean. BLC offers computer classes, provides one-on-one career and educational counseling, and hosts films, lectures, and a range of performing arts events.
310 East Kingsbridge Road (at Briggs Avenue) 718.579.4244 nypl.org/locations/bronx-library-center
Tues., Mar. 12 at 10 a.m.
College Planning and Financial Aid Understand the college financial aid landscape and find out how to make higher education affordable.
Learn planning techniques to keep your business successful. Tues., Feb. 12 at 10 a.m.
Understanding Your Social Security Benefits Get an overview of Social Security as a foundation for planning your future.
Memoir Writing Workshop Participants explore their life experiences and share stories in written form; for adults 55 and older. Also: Jan. 19, Feb. 2 and 16, Mar. 2 and 16, and Apr. 6 and 20 at 10:30 a.m. Wed., Jan. 9 at 10: 30 a.m.
Computer Class Learn computer basics in a supportive setting.
Music @ NYPL presents Nylon Wound
Also: Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 10:30 a.m.
Classical guitar duo Gregory Askins and Joseph Parisi perform original compositions and arrangements.
Film Series
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Movie Matinee Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. Highlights include:
Sat., Feb. 16 at 2:30 p.m.
Jan. 19
Circle of Haunts
To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
Xoregos Performing Company presents a ghost-themed dance-opera based on literary spirits from the works of Shakespeare and Henry James.
Cry, the Beloved Country (1995)
Feb. 2
ABOVE: Dominican-American journalist
Raquel Cepeda explores her ancestry in her new book, Bird of Paradise. See Mar. 16.
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Sat., Jan. 5 at 10:30 a.m.
An Afternoon with Raquel Cepeda
Sat., Mar. 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Success Over Survival
5 Central Avenue, Staten Island 718.442.8560 nypl.org/locations/st-george-library-center
Sat., Mar. 16 at 2:30 p.m.
The writer and filmmaker presents her film Deconstructing Latina and discusses her new book, Birds of Paradise: How I Became Latina. Sponsored by the African Film Festival of New York.
Tues., Jan 15 at 10 a.m.
he St. George Library Center, Staten Island’s largest library, offers a full range of basic library services, plus specialized resources, which include a unique Staten Island collection with items related to the borough; a Small Business Collection; the Foundation Center Cooperating Collection, featuring grant-seeking information for nonprofit organizations; and materials in Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Albanian, Japanese, and Polish. Public programs range from craft and writing workshops to weekly films.
Fridays at 2:30 p.m.
Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and Apr. 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 2:30 p.m. Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
Book Discussion Group Jan. 12, Feb. 9, Mar. 9, and Apr. 13 at 10:30 a.m. Read the classic at the January 12 book group.
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Riverside 127 Amsterdam Avenue 212-870-1810 Roosevelt Island 524 Main Street 212-308-6243 Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street) 212-491-2200 Science, Industry and Business Library 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street) 917-275-6975 Seward Park 192 East Broadway 212-477-6770 St. Agnes 444 Amsterdam Avenue 212-877-4380 Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street 212-621-0208
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