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Free Classes, Programs & Exhibitions · Bronx/Manhattan/Staten Island · Winter/Spring 2017 · NYPL.ORG

NEW EXHIBITION Four Decades of Theater in New York and London p. 15

Calling All Teens!

Check out cool programs, college readiness resources, and our newest teen center! p. 19 DON’T MISS!

Staff Picks: Our Librarians Share Their Recommendations p. 4

EARLY LITERACY Workshops for the Whole Family p. 16

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WELCOME TO

The New York Public Library!

There is no doubt that our public libraries are more essential than ever. Libraries are the bedrock of democracy, providing free access to opportunity for all, as well as a place for people from different backgrounds to come together to discuss, debate, and be inspired. But we must ensure that our libraries are able to meet the needs of our users of today—and tomorrow. That is why we are in the midst of a major reinvestment in our physical infrastructure, made possible by increased public and private support. This fall, we released initial designs for a fullscale renovation of Mid-Manhattan Library, our busiest circulating branch, which will give New Yorkers the central library they need and deserve (right). At Washington Heights Library, a long-vacant former caretaker’s apartment on the top floor now offers vibrant areas for teens and adult education (p. 27). Meanwhile, at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building on 42nd Street, our iconic Rose Main Reading Room is once again open to researchers from across the city, and the world, following a major restoration of its ceiling (p. 6).

Mecanoo with Beyer Blinder Belle

From the President

An upcoming major renovation at Mid-Manhattan Library will bring increased public space, an adult education center and business library, dedicated spaces for kids and teens, and a public rooftop terrace.

Winter/Spring 2017

CONTENTS 4 Staff Picks 5 What’s On This Season UPCOMING EVENTS 6 Author Talks, Lectures & Classes 10 Performing Arts & Music 12 Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture 14 Exhibitions: Winter/Spring Highlights

As always, the Library relies on your support to help ensure it receives needed funding. We look forward to serving you in 2017.

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES 16 Kids & Teens 20 Job Search, Financial Planning & Small Business 22 Computers & Tech Training 24 English & Adult Literacy Classes 25 Seniors & Accessibility

Tony Marx President, The New York Public Library

GET STARTED! 26 Using the Library 26 Directory of Locations 28 Kids Zone!

Connect with the Library for top book recommendations, events, and exhibitions: nypl.org/enews

Note: Visit nypl.org or call ahead for the latest information, as programs and hours are subject to change or cancellation.

SUPPORT THE LIBRARY! NYPL.ORG/JOIN The New York Public Library Now! is published three times a year by the Department of Communications & Marketing. © The New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations, 2017

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STAFF PICKS

What’s Hot Now & What to Read Next Our librarians are experts at connecting readers with great books. Here’s what our pros say should be next on your list. For more staff picks, visit nypl.org/recommends or check out @NYPLRecommends on Twitter.

IF YOU LIKED THIS... The Whistler John Grisham

TRY THESE! LEGAL THRILLERS Collateral Damage

When the case of a corrupt judge lands on her desk, Florida investigator Lacy Stoltz senses deadly things to come.

H. Terrell Griffin

The Pardon James Grippando

Bad Monkey Carl Hiaasen

Small Great Things Jodi Picoult

THOUGHTFUL STORIES OF FAMILY & RACE The Women of Brewster Place

Delivery nurse Ruth is faced with an impossible choice in this compassionate story of race, privilege, and the law.

Gloria Naylor

The Turner House Angela Flournoy

Run Ann Patchett

Born to Run Bruce Springsteen

ROCK STAR MEMOIRS Be My Baby

With great artistry and candor, the Boss sets out to recount his life and the details behind his wellloved songs.

Ronnie Spector

M Train Patti Smith

Kicking & Dreaming Ann & Nancy Wilson

A Man Called Ove Fredrik Backman

CRANKY CHARACTERS

Unexpected friendships emerge after the new neighbors flatten the mailbox of the grouchiest man on the block.

Olive Kitteridge Elizabeth Strout

The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry Gabrielle Zevin

Florence Gordon Brian Morton

PODCAST: THE BEST OF BOOKS & CULTURE Listen in on our expert librarians as they discuss books, culture, and what they’re reading now. Hear the latest episodes and find out why listeners are calling The Librarian Is In “charming” and “wonderful”: nypl.org/podcast

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What’s On This Season BEST BOOKS

FOR KIDS 2016

Celebrate the Women’s Jazz Festival at the Schomburg Center. P. 13

Join an intensive English class or find a nearby conversation group. P. 24

Find out what our librarians picked as the year’s top children’s books. P. 16

EXPLORE 300,000+ FREE E-BOOKS

SimplyE

Borrow instantly and read anywhere with the Library’s free app. P. 26

Get help managing your money at Financial Planning Day. P. 21

BROWSE OUR FULL CALENDAR: NYPL.ORG/EVENTS CONNECT WITH NYPL: NYPL.ORG/ENEWS FOLLOW @NYPL:

Fall for our amorous new exhibition, Love in Venice, this winter. P. 14

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Author Talks, Lectures & Classes SPOTLIGHT ON

STEPHEN A. SCHWARZMAN BUILDING

Art Talks, Literary Discussions & More There’s always something on at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.

Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street

Author Talks Discover new ideas and the latest releases at the Library: nypl.org/authortalks Mega-Donors and the Rise of Big Philanthropy David Callahan investigates “money, power, and philanthropy in a new Gilded Age” in his latest book, The Givers.

One of New York City’s most iconic landmarks, the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building is known for its beautiful architecture and world-renowned research collections. The “People’s Palace” also offers an array of resources for visitors of all ages, from author talks and classes to free exhibitions (p. 14) and a Children’s Center. The historic Rose Main Reading Room and Bill Blass Public Catalog Room have reopened to the public, welcoming researchers back to these majestic spaces after two years of important restoration work. Free docent-led building tours are available Monday–Saturday at 11 AM and 2 PM (and 2 PM on Sundays from September through June). In addition, visitors can take a free audio tour, watch our Visitors Film, or visit the Library Shop. nypl.org/visitSASB

The Library Shop Browse the best in all things book-related, plus an exclusive collection of NYPL designs.

WED, APR 12 | 6:30 PM

Exhibition Programs Delve into Norman Lewis’s 1969 painting, Afternoon, and other exceptional abstract African art on Jan. 25.

Art Talks Hear from leading artists and creatives from across the world: nypl.org/arttalks

Explore our curated exhibitions with notable scholars: nypl.org/exhprograms Casanova: Seduction and Genius in Venice Dr. Ruth Westheimer speaks with Laurence Bergreen about his new biography of Giacomo Casanova. MON, FEB 13 | 6:30 PM

Four Generations Sheena Wagstaff moderates a discussion about abstract art by modern artists from Africa and the African Diaspora. WED, JAN 25 | 6 PM

Intimate Geometries: The Life and Art of Louise Bourgeois Author and artist Robert Storr discusses his 20-year collaboration with Bourgeois. WED, FEB 15 | 6 PM

Visit p. 14 for this season’s exhibitions.

More Art Talks in Midtown Don’t miss even more Art Talks this season at Mid-Manhattan Library. The Arcades Project in New York Kenneth Goldsmith and David Kishik, authors inspired by Walter Benjamin, examine his influence on their books. WED, MAR 15 | 6 PM

CONVERSATIONS FROM THE CULLMAN CENTER Former fellows of the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers discuss their work with other writers. For more information and reservations: nypl.org/conversations Megan Marshall & Rosanna Warren

Paul La Farge & Lev Grossman

Elizabeth Bishop:

The Night Ocean

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Ave. & 42nd St.

A Miracle for Breakfast

THURS, MAR 9 | 7 PM

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Damion Searls & Mark Krotov

Become a Friend of the Library and save 10% on all purchases.

THURS, FEB 16 | 7 PM

David Grann

The Inkblots: Hermann Rorschach, His Iconic Test, and the Power of Seeing WED, MAR 1 | 7 PM

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI MON, APR 17 | 7 PM

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, The Mrs. Giles Whiting Foundation, The Rona Jaffe Foundation, William W. Karatz, Mary Ellen von der Heyden, Merilee and Roy Bostock, The Arts and Letters Foundation, Lybess Sweezy and Ken Miller, and Cullman Center Fellows.

Upcoming Events

STEPHEN A. SCHWARZMAN BUILDING

From the Collections: Lectures & Workshops For a full listing of programs, visit: nypl.org/schwarzman/events

Book Events Old Books, Rare Books Learn everything you need to know before buying or selling an old book. WED, FEB 22, MAR 22, APR 19 | 3 PM

Citizen Cartography Warping Maps Learn how to add valuable geographic information to old maps. TUES, JAN 3, FEB 7, MAR 7, APR 4 | 5 PM

Genealogy Workshops Getting Started in Genealogy Get to know the genealogical and historical resources available from the Library. WED, JAN 11, FEB 15, MAR 15, APR 5 | 2 PM

Researching Ship Passenger Lists Learn the history of U.S. ship passenger lists from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Get tips for searching the Library’s historical resources, such as this image of immigrants at Ellis Island, ca. 1902–1913, from the Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs.

Researching Vital Records & the Census Search for your ancestors’ birth, marriage, and death certificates, learn about the history of the U.S. census, and explore other types of available records.

Genealogy Research with Newspapers & Periodicals

THURS, FEB 9, APR 13 | 12 NOON

TUES, MAR 21 | 2 PM

WED, MAR 8 | 12 NOON

Ship Passenger Lists & Maritime Research

More Genealogy & History

TUES, JAN 24 | 2 PM

Researching Naturalization Records Explore how your ancestors became U.S. citizens and get tips for finding their records. WED, FEB 8 | 12 NOON

Researching the History of Your New York City Home

African-American Genealogy: Resources & Research Methods

WED, APR 12 | 12 NOON

THURS, FEB 23 | 2 PM TUES, APR 25 | 2 PM

Writing Your Family History THURS, APR 27 | 12 NOON

ENGAGE WITH THE BRIGHTEST

View the season’s full schedule: nypl.org/live

SPRING SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

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Steve Pyke

Hugh Chaloner

Conversations with notable writers, artists, and leaders hosted by NYPL’s Paul Holdengräber

Philippe Matsas

Tickets: $25–50

Yiyun Li

Anne Enright

Philip Glass

Yiyun Li | Mary Gaitskill

Robert Lepage

COMING IN JUNE!

MAR 14

Philip Glass

MAR 3

Lawrence Krauss

JUNE 15

Etgar Keret

MAR 21

MAR 6

Anne Enright MAR 28

All events begin at 7 PM.

Download NYPL podcasts featuring LIVE guests and more: nypl.org/podcast

For tickets: nypl.org/live 888-71-TICKETS

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.

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Author Talks, Lectures & Classes Author @ the Library: Book Talks

SPOTLIGHT ON

MID-MANHATTAN LIBRARY

This season, take a closer look at NYC’s diverse neighborhoods, the remarkable lives of animals, and the history of food. View more: nypl.org/mml/events

Mid-Manhattan Library houses NYPL’s largest circulating collections, including a vast choice of new books, movies, and music, a collection of older and classic fiction, and selections of large-print books and graphic novels. The nonfiction collections cover everything from art and literature to history and psychology to cookbooks, travel, and more. The extensive World Languages Collection offers books, DVDs, and periodicals in more than 50 languages. The library is also home to the Picture Collection, which contains more than 1 million circulating and reference images. Open every day for more hours than any other NYPL location (88 hours a week, with extended 8 AM to 11 PM hours Monday through Thursday), the library also presents art exhibitions, films, and public programs with writers and artists. On the fourth floor, a Mac computer lab has 20 iMac computers and offers numerous classes for beginning and advanced students (p. 22). nypl.org/mml

Katherine Lorimer

455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street)

Explore the public’s evolving perceptions of New York City street art at the Unsanctioned author talk on Jan. 30.

New York City

History & Current Affairs

The Syrian Colony on Washington Street Hear the untold story of the first Arab immigrants to settle in New York City.

A Square Meal: A Culinary History of the Great Depression How did the Great Depression transform American cuisine?

WED, JAN 4 | 6:30 PM

TUES, JAN 10 | 6:30 PM

From Mannahatta to Manhattan: Four Centuries in the Life of an Island City A panel discusses landscape, infrastructure, and real estate throughout the city’s history. TUES, JAN 17 | 6:30 PM

Ours to Lose: When Squatters Became Homeowners in New York City Diverse Lower East Side squatters share their oral histories. TUES, JAN 24 | 6:30 PM

Brooklyn Bridge Park: A Dying Waterfront Transformed Learn the story behind the many obstacles faced while developing the park. WED, JAN 25 | 6:30 PM

THERE’S MORE! For exhibitions at the Schwarzman Building and at Mid-Manhattan Library, see p. 14.

The Women Who Made New York Delve into stories of the women who made New York into a cultural epicenter.

WED, JAN 18 | 6:30 PM

The Genome Factor: What the Social Genomics Revolution Reveals About Ourselves, Our History, and the Future Find out about amazing discoveries at the intersection of genomics and social science. MON, FEB 13 | 6:30 PM

The Past and Future City: How Historic Preservation Is Reviving America’s Communities Examine the many ways restoring historic locations creates thriving neighborhoods. WED, MAR 1 | 6:30 PM

THURS, FEB 16 | 6:30 PM

Homelessness in New York City: Policymaking from Koch to de Blasio Find out how NYC’s landmark shelter system has spent the past three decades fighting homelessness. MON, MAR 6 | 6:30 PM

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ADHD Nation: Children, Doctors, Big Pharma, and the Making of an American Epidemic Reporter Alan Schwarz examines the roots and widespread misdiagnosis of ADHD.

Arts & Culture You Must Change Your Life: The Story of Rainer Maria Rilke and Auguste Rodin Rodin and Rilke spent years together before their tragic rift and moving reconciliation. THURS, JAN 12 | 6:30 PM

Upcoming Events

MID-MANHATTAN LIBRARY

Book Groups

Unsanctioned: The Art on New York Streets Trace NYC graffiti’s decade-long shift in public perception from eyesore to art form.

More than 40 NYPL branches host book discussion groups once a month—or more! Get inspired by these upcoming reads, then find the full list of book picks and locations online: nypl.org/bookgroups

Love Voltaire Us Apart: A Philosopher’s Guide to Relationships The author shares her hilarious spoof relationship guide with a philosophical edge. WED, FEB 8 | 6:30 PM

New York Rock: From the Rise of the Velvet Underground to the Fall of CBGB Explore the rock scene’s half-century connection to New York. THURS, FEB 23 | 6:30 PM

Ten Restaurants That Changed America Hear the daring history of dining in America through the lens of 10 legendary restaurants. MON, MAR 13 | 6:30 PM

More Events & Author Talks Hollywood in the White House Explore how U.S. presidents have been portrayed in entertainment across the decades, from West Wing to House of Cards.

Bering Land Bridge National Preserve

MON, JAN 30 | 6:30 PM

Learn about the extraordinary noses of man’s best friend with author Alexandra Horowitz on Jan. 31.

Being a Dog: Following the Dog into a World of Smell Best-selling author Alexandra Horowitz explains how dogs perceive the world. TUES, JAN 31 | 6:30 PM

Other Minds: The Octopus, the Sea, and the Deep Origins of Consciousness Science, philosophy, and first-hand accounts illustrate the remarkable intelligence of the octopus and its relationship to human brains. TUES, FEB 21 | 6:30 PM

Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer St. George Library Center, Staten Island SAT, JAN 14 | 10:30 AM

The Plot Against America by Philip Roth Riverdale Library, Bronx WED, JAN 18 | 1 PM

The Book of Harlan by Bernice McFadden 115th Street Library, Manhattan WED, FEB 15 | 5:30 PM

THURS, JAN 19 | 6:30 PM

Book, Film & Culture Events Contemporary Classics Book Discussions

The Vegetarian by Han Kang Jefferson Market Library, Manhattan THURS, FEB 23 | 4:30 PM

The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen Hudson Park Library, Manhattan

Challenger Deep by Neal Shusterman MON, JAN 9 | 6 PM

SAT, MAR 11 | 10:30 AM

The Hairdresser of Harare by Tendai Huchu

Stoner by John Williams Pelham Parkway–Van Nest Library, Bronx

MON, FEB 6 | 6 PM

MON, MAR 20 | 12 NOON

Continental Drift by Russell Banks

The Door by Magda Szabó St. Agnes Library, Manhattan

MON, MAR 6 | 6 PM

March by Geraldine Brooks

MON, MAR 27 | 4:30 PM

MON, APR 3 | 6 PM

Open Book Night Swap book recommendations with fellow readers. Themes this season include “Looking Foward, Looking Back” (January), “Books Go to the Movies” (March), and more. FRI, JAN 13, FEB 10, MAR 10, APR 14 | 6 PM

Weekend Movies There’s a new theme each month. Check the web for a complete listing.

The Good Lord Bird by James McBride Roosevelt Island Library, Manhattan WED, APR 5 | 3:30 PM

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS | 2 PM

The Story of My Teeth by Valeria Luiselli Kingsbridge Library, Bronx

For more, visit: nypl.org/mml/events

WED, APR 19 | 6 PM

Performing Arts & Music SPOTLIGHT ON

LIBRARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center 40 Lincoln Center Plaza

Concerts & More On the program this season: intersections of literature and music, the Library’s new hip-hop archive, and more: nypl.org/lpa/events Con Brio Ensemble ˇ and Enjoy works by Richard Strauss, Dvorák, others performed by the Con Brio Ensemble. SAT, MAR 18 | 2:30 PM

Sister Act: An Evening of Operatic Delights The Manhattan Opera Association presents a feature vocal performance. THURS, APR 13 | 6 PM

The Library for the Performing Arts (LPA) features 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, autographed manuscripts, correspondence, sheet music, stage designs, posters, and photographs. The library also presents exhibitions and public programs. TICKET POLICY Unless otherwise noted, tickets for programs in the Bruno Walter Auditorium are distributed at the Amsterdam Avenue entrance an hour before each event. Limit one ticket per person. 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.

nypl.org/lpa

Musician Michael Holman shares his archive, recently added to the Library’s collections, on Apr. 20.

Concerts Brahms Encounters: Romantic Spirit View Brahms’s handwritten manuscripts, then hear a performance of two of the composer’s most haunting, passionate works. SAT, JAN 21 | 2:30 PM

Pierre Bernac’s Library: Songs of Poulenc, Leguerney, and Honneger Pianist Matthew Odell presents works inspired by Bernac’s personal collection of musical scores. SAT, JAN 28 | 2:30 PM

Modern Medieval: Sanctum et Saeculare The program combines medieval chant with music by contemporary composers, inspired by medieval texts. SAT, FEB 11 | 2:30 PM

THERE’S MORE! For exhibitions at the Library for the Performing Arts, see p. 15.

Mixed Doubles: Pianist Raj Bhimani in Recital The celebrated pianist plays modern French compositions and beloved masterworks. SAT, FEB 25 | 2:30 PM

Rule, Britannia! Broadwood Junction explores composers’ takes on 18th century Britain, at times fervent, kitschy, and sentimental.

Quartet Correspondence: Mozart & Haydn Mozart and Haydn were friends, but also each other’s inspiration. Diderot String Quartet presents pieces that feel like an intimate exchange between two greats. SAT, APR 15 | 2:30 PM

Discussions & More Radicals in Miniature: Sonic Portraits of an Alt-Culture Cabal* Preview a new performance work that examines the people who thrived between the “Summer of Love” and the early 1980s. MON, JAN 9 | 6 PM

Flowers Cracking Concrete: Rosemary Candelario on Eiko & Koma’s Asian/American Choreographies* Get author insights from the first in-depth study of the 40-year careers of influential modern dancers Eiko & Koma. THURS, JAN 12 | 6 PM

Lost Broadway Theaters with Jennifer Ashley Tepper and Guests* Go behind the scenes of Broadway’s once-great theaters, from the lavish Mark Hellinger Theatre to the treasured Morosco. MON, FEB 6 | 6 PM

Michael Holman’s Confessions of a Subculturalist* Celebrate the Library’s acquisition of its first hip-hop archive, featuring musician and choreographer Michael Holman. THURS, APR 20 | 7 PM

SAT, MAR 4 | 2:30 PM

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Programs at the Bronx Library Center Culture, music, art, and history collide this spring at BLC. For more program details, check us out online: nypl.org/blc/events

Matuto incorporates accordion, guitar, and other instruments into its fusion of musical gen on May 16.

Upcoming Events

For the Public: Spoken Word Series Explore the power of storytelling as special guests share their personal narratives, hosted by poet Miles Hodges. Get the full spring lineup: nypl.org/forthepublic

The talented students of Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music deliver three performances this spring at BLC.

Concerts Sonido Costeño Trio in Concert Hear modern-day New York City Latin band Sonido Costeño as they creatively fuse Latin and other world music in an enticing, high-energy performance. SAT, JAN 14 | 2:30 PM

Songs of Freedom and Inspiration: Cody Childs and the Ladies of Soul Vocalist Cody Childs joins the Ladies of Soul to perform inspirational music made famous by artists like Stevie Wonder and Bob Dylan. SAT, FEB 11 | 2:30 PM

Chamber Music Concert: Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music Hear music from Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music’s Chamber Orchestra.

Before the Fires: An Oral History of African American Life in the Bronx from the 1930s to the 1960s Dr. Mark Naison and Bob Gumbs discuss their new book, Before the Fires, which captures the decades-long work of the Bronx African American History Project.

WED, APR 5, 26 | 6 PM

More Programs Edgar Allan Poe at Fordham Noted historian and author Dr. Gary Hermalyn presents the story of Edgar Allan Poe and his time spent in the Bronx penning his most enduring works. SAT, JAN 21 | 2:30 PM

For the Public: Inauguration Edition Young poets share poems and reflections on the night before the presidential inauguration. THURS, JAN 19 | 7:30 PM

SAT, FEB 18 | 2:30 PM

Jefferson Market Library, Manhattan

Luigi and Langston Performed by Xoregos Performing Company Xoregos Performing Company presents a program of one-act plays including Soul Gone Home by Langston Hughes, the premiere of Michele Cannon’s comedy Harlem Slang, and Luigi Pirandello’s dramatic masterpiece, The Man with the Flower in His Mouth.

For the Public @ BLC The afternoon’s performers include Jose Olivarez and the Peace Poets.

SAT, FEB 25 | 2:30 PM

SAT, JAN 28 | 2:30 PM

Bronx Library Center, Bronx

For the Public @ LPA Amy Leon and other powerful female poets share reflections on love and heartbreak. THURS, FEB 16 | 7 PM

Library for the Performing Arts, Manhattan

SAT, MAR 11 | 2:30 PM

Jazz @ the Library with the Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music Students return for two evenings of jazz.

Musician and poet Amy Leon performs on Feb. 16.

Women in Comics Con SAT, MAR 25 | 11 AM–7 PM

More Poetry Events

SUN, MAR 26 | 1–5 PM

Super women everywhere, unite! Don’t miss our third annual Women in Comics Con. Enjoy two days jam-packed with workshops and programs for and by women with a passion for comics. Check online for a full schedule of events: nypl.org/blc/events

Open Mic Poetry Reading Share your poetry and enjoy a reading. SAT, JAN 7, FEB 4, MAR 4, APR 1 | 2 PM

Muhlenberg Library, Manhattan

Telling Your Story: A Series of Workshops in Poetry and Prose Get hands-on guidance to inspire your work. SAT, JAN 21, 28, FEB 4 | 3 PM

Jefferson Market Library, Manhattan Online registration required.

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture SPOTLIGHT ON

SCHOMBURG CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN BLACK CULTURE

Literature, History & Music Hear writers, filmmakers, and more at ongoing series at the Schomburg. For more, visit: schomburgcenter.org/events

515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street)

Black Power 50 Talks Public Television and the Black Arts Movement Leading cultural critic and musician Greg Tate will examine the relationship between Soul! and the Black Arts Movement with renowned poets Nikki Giovanni, Askia M. Touré, and Gayle Wald, author of It’s Been Beautiful: Soul! and Black Power Television. THURS, JAN 12 | 6:30 PM

The 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 Schomburg Center also serves as a venue for lectures, concerts, films, educational programs, and much more. Please note: The Schomburg Center is wrapping up a major renovation that will bring an updated facade, auditorium, and gift shop, a new gallery space, and several new reading rooms when completed in spring 2017. PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR ALL PUBLIC PROGRAMS: schomburgcenter.eventbrite.com 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.

schomburgcenter.org

SUPPORT THE SCHOMBURG The Schomburg Society is made up of committed men and women who are passionate about preserving the Schomburg’s vital mission. Membership includes exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs. For more information, call 212-491-2252 or visit: schomburgcenter.org/support

Yohuru Williams and Bryan Shih Photojournalist Bryan Shih and historian Yohuru Williams explore the history of the Black Panther Party alongside portraits of former Panther members as they are today. WED, JAN 25 | 6:30 PM Explore the legacy of First Lady Michelle Obama with author Veronica Chambers on Jan. 19.

Between the Lines The Crunk Feminist Collection Editors of The Crunk Feminist Collection, scholars Brittney C. Cooper, Susana M. Morris, and Robin M. Boylorn, discuss where pop culture and politics intersect with race and gender. Book signing to follow.

Women and Girls’ Lives Matter Join us for a close look at the roles, needs, assets, and contributions of black women and girls in the context of the Black Lives Matter movement. THURS, FEB 9 | 6:30 PM

The Meaning of Michelle First Lady Michelle Obama will loom large in history as one of the most positive influences on the legacy of the Obama presidency. Writer Veronica Chambers discusses the cultural meaning of Michelle Obama.

Pat Cleveland and Bethann Hardison Join us for a conversation with the singular African-American supermodel-turned-author, Pat Cleveland. Inspired by Pat Cleveland’s memoir, Walking with the Muses, this program celebrates the audacity of fashion trailblazers Cleveland and Bethann Hardison, as they paved the way for a new generation of black slayage on and off the runway.

THURS, JAN 19 | 6:30 PM

MON, FEB 27 | 6:30 PM

WED, JAN 11 | 6:30 PM

The President’s Kitchen Cabinet: The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fed Our First Families, from the Washingtons to the Obamas Join us for a conversation featuring Adrian Miller, author of this entertaining work uncovering anecdotes, recipes, and littleknown insights about the lives of both black presidential chefs and the presidents they served. Book signing to follow. THURS, FEB 23 | 6:30 PM

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Talks at the Schomburg

Harlem Premier A Hug for Harlem The Harlem Chamber Players bring Jeff Scott’s momentous piece, A Hug for Harlem, to the Schomburg Center. This piece will take you on a heartrending journey from the Jim Crow era through the Great Migration and to the Harlem Renaissance. $30 General Admission; $25 Members THURS, APR 27 | 6:30 PM

Upcoming Events

The Schomburg’s Lapidus Center Presents Check out these event highlights presented by the Schomburg’s Lapidus Center for the Historical Analysis of Transatlantic Slavery.

SCHOMBURG EDUCATION

Enslaved Women and the Ethical Practice of History Marisa J. Fuentes, author of Dispossessed Lives: Enslaved Women, Violence, and the Archive, explores the experiences of enslaved and free women in Barbados. TUES, MAR 7 | 6:30 PM

Slavery and Globalization in Arabia Matthew S. Hopper’s Slaves of One Master: Globalization and Slavery in Arabia in the Age of Empire, explores the history of the African Diaspora in Arabia in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Black Comic Book Festival

THURS, MAR 30 | 6:30 PM

Native American and African Slavery in New England and the Caribbean Learn how Native American and African slaveries intersected in the English Atlantic world in New England, Barbados, Jamaica, and Bermuda in the 17th and 18th centuries. THURS, APR 6 | 6:30 PM

WOMEN’S JAZZ FESTIVAL Ella Ella: A Centennial Celebration of Mama Jazz This annual tradition during Women’s History Month features some of the best known and unsung female performers in jazz today. The 2017 festival will be a celebration of Ella Fitzgerald’s centennial birthday and continued influence on the evolution of jazz. Each night will be curated to explore the multi-dimensional music, life, and legacy of this jazz legend. The festival’s guest curators are critically acclaimed harpist Brandee Younger and ethnomusicologist Aja Burrell Wood, and the Afro-Latino Festival. MONDAYS AT 7 PM | MAR 6–27 $30 General Admission | $25 Members WBGO Jazz 88.3FM/WBGO.org is a media partner of the 2017 Women’s Jazz Festival.

Hear Marisa J. Fuentes discuss her new book on Mar. 7.

The African History of the Pre-Sugar Spanish Caribbean David Wheat discusses his new book Atlantic Africa and the Spanish Caribbean. MON, APR 24 | 6:30 PM

The Schomburg’s fifth annual festival celebrates the rich tradition of black comics in a two-day event featuring panel discussions, film screenings, cosplay, and exhibit tables with premier black comic creators from across the country. Admission is free. For the full scheduleof events and to register, visit: nypl.org/teencurators #blackcomicbookfestnyc FRI & SAT, JAN 13 & 14 | 10 AM–7 PM

Citizen: An American Lyric The Schomburg Junior Scholars Program and Urban Word NYC join forces to produce this teen-centered creative examination of Claudia Rankine’s award-winning poetic masterpieceCitizen: An American Lyric. SAT, MAR 11 | 6 PM

Teen Night at the Schomburg Center Attention all teen poets, vocalists, comics, artists, and storytellers! Share your talents at the Schomburg’s Teen Night. Works inspired by the message and legacy of the Black Power movement are encouraged as the event will feature exclusive tours of our new exhibition, Black Power! Teen Nights are always lit with a live DJ and special guests. FRI, APR 21 | 5–9 PM

THERE’S MORE! For more Schomburg Education programs, visit: schomburgcenter.org/education

Exhibitions: Winter/Spring Highlights STEPHEN A. SCHWARZMAN BUILDING

Love in Venice

A Curious Hand: The Prints of Henri Charles Guérard

FEB 10–AUG 26 Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III Gallery

Discover Venice’s longstanding association with romance and pleasure, including its beautiful courtesans, lavish festivals, and lively carnivals. Dating back as early as the 15th century, works on view from the Library’s collections include a flap book showing the undergarments of a Venetian prostitute, etchings by Giovanni Battista and Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, letters from one of Lord Byron’s paramours, and more.

THROUGH FEB 26 Third Floor Galleries

Explore the wide-ranging prints of one of the most skilled and inventive printmakers of the late 19th century. Thanks to art dealer Samuel Putnam Avery, the Library has the largest collection of the artist’s work in the country. The exhibition features close to 90 prints by Guérard, which reveal his “curious” and playful vision.

Support for The New York Public Library’s Exhibitions Program has been provided by Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos Exhibitions Fund, and Jonathan Altman. A Curious Hand has been made possible by the continuing generosity of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach.

MID-MANHATTAN LIBRARY Plato’s Cave

Refrigerator Portraits

JAN 12–MAR 20

FEB 2–APR 3

Art Wall on Third Exhibition Series

Art in the Windows Exhibition Series

Bryan LeBoeuf presents paintings inspired by Plato’s famous allegory.

Artist and culinarian Hannah Kirshner shares her food-inspired sculpture.

Detour THROUGH FEB 1

Moving the Water(s): Croton Fugues

Art in the Windows Exhibition Series

FEB 7–MAY 3

Anne Wu’s art references geometry in the urban environment and explores New York City’s visual language.

Art in the Corner Room Exhibition Series

LEFT Art on display as part of Anne Wu’s Detour exhibition.

Margaret Cogswell’s works pay homage to NYC’s aqueduct system.

FOR MORE, VISIT NYPL.ORG/EXHIBITIONS

LIBRARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center | Shelby Cullom Davis Museum

Curtain Up: Celebrating the Last 40 Years of Theatre in New York and London THROUGH JUNE 30 Donald and Mary Oenslager Gallery

Celebrate the world’s two most extraordinary theatrical districts—Broadway and London’s West End. View costumes and designs from The Lion King, The Phantom of the Opera, and A Chorus Line, original set models, video recordings, and more from the collections of NYPL's Library for the Performing Arts and London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. The exhibition is organized by The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in partnership with the Victoria and Albert Museum, London and the Society of London Theatre, in association with MasterCard.

ALSO ON VIEW

David Gordon Archiveography: Under Construction Do not crop the V&A mark more than this. We do not want our identity to become illegible. Only ever use the artwork supplied above.

THROUGH APR 6 Vincent Astor Gallery

Postmodern choreographer David Gordon continues to explore his archive, and the archiving process, in this installation. David Gordon Archiveography: Under Construction was made possible, in part, with funding from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, National Endowment for the Arts, New York State Council on the Arts, and The Howard Gilman Foundation.

ABOVE Rafiki (wax figure) from The Lion King, 1997, on view in Curtain Up. On loan from Disney Theatrical Production and Madame Tussauds. COVER Playbill installation by Tom Piper.

SCHOMBURG CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN BLACK CULTURE Black Power! COMING THIS WINTER

Power in Print: Posters of the Black Power Movement

Main Gallery

COMING THIS WINTER

This multimedia exhibition contextualizes and interprets the Black Power movement through organizations, coalitions, political prisoners, aesthetics, education, international dimensions, popular culture, publications, and the Black Arts Movement.

Latimer/Edison Gallery

Discover the art of the Black Power movement through graphic design in print. This exhibition features a wide array of posters showcasing a variety of aesthetics, styles, and messaging strategies during the movement’s peak in the mid-20th century.

RIGHT “Break the Chains” (1968) by Mary Patten in the exhibition Power in Print at the Schomburg Center.

Kids & Teens wBabies, Toddlers & Preschool The Library is an essential partner for parents and caregivers of young children, offering a wide range of programs and resources to help children develop early literacy skills—from story times to family literacy workshops and more. For locations and information, visit: nypl.org/abc

Family Literacy Workshops Held at more than 50 branches, these workshops teach families how to read, talk, sing, write, and play with their children to help them build essential literacy skills. Plus, pick up the Library’s free early literacy kit, including a board book with rhymes and fingerplays, and other fun materials available in Spanish, Chinese, Bengali, and French at select locations.

Story Time It’s never too early to start reading. From learning new shapes and sounds to beginning to read independently, our story times are designed for young children from birth to preschool. Visit us online to find a story time near you. • Baby Story Time (birth–18 months) • Toddler Story Time (18 months–3 years) • Preschool Story Time (3–5 years)

NEW! Growing Healthy Eaters Taking place at 20 locations, and created with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, this workshop aims to educate young children and their caregivers about the importance of eating well through a series of interactive, entertaining, and delicious sessions. For more, visit: nypl.org/abc

Best Books: Young Children

Check out these picture books from our new list of Best Books for Kids! For more, visit: nypl.org/kids2016

A Beginner’s Guide to Bear Spotting by Michelle Robinson; illus. by David Roberts

I Am a Story by Dan Yaccarino

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The Journey by Francesca Sanna

The Night Gardener by Terry Fan & Eric Fan

Thunder Boy Jr. by Sherman Alexie; illus. by Yuyi Morales

Educational Resources

Kids in Grades K–6

Best Books: K–6

The Library offers a variety of programs for kids of all ages, from science workshops to book discussions, games, and more. For details, ask at your local branch or visit: nypl.org/kids

Check out the best new releases from our new list of top 100 titles chosen by our librarians. Find them all: nypl.org/kids2016

RoboTakeover Series Are you ready for the robot takeover? Over the course of this four-week program, kids will learn the basics of circuits, conductivity, motor-operation, and robot-building. Plus, learn about robots in real life and the different kinds of machines that make our world tick. Visit one of these branches or find more locations online: nypl.org/kids • West Farms Library, Bronx • Hamilton Grange Library, Manhattan • Tottenville Library, Staten Island

More Programs for Kids Arts & Crafts

Computers & Technology

Make fun hands-on projects using a variety of materials.

Learn about the internet, do homework, and find new resources.

Chess, Games & Gaming

Book Discussions & Read Alouds

Play board games of all types, plus Wii, PS3, and Xbox.

Talk about books in a fun and informal setting.

FEATURED EVENT

90-Second Newbery Film Festival How do you tell a story in less than two minutes? Watch these award-winning videos by young filmmakers celebrating Newbery Award-winning books to find out! Stephen A. Schwarzman Building MANHATTAN SAT, MAR 11 | 3 PM

Pugs of the Frozen North by Philip Reeve Sika and Shen (and their team of 66 pugs!) want to win the Great Northern Race.

Waylon! One Awesome Thing by Sara Pennypacker Can science whiz Waylon bring his divided fourth grade class back together? As Brave as You by Jason Reynolds Two Brooklyn brothers spend a summer in rural Virginia and discover the complexities of family.

Lily and Dunkin by Donna Gephart A young transgender girl and a boy with bipolar disorder find strength in each other. Ms. Bixby’s Last Day by John David Anderson Join three misfits and a special teacher for a day they’ll never forget.

Wolf Hollow by Lauren Wolk Annabelle takes a stand against bullying, injustice, and cruelty in 1934 Pennsylvania.

KidsLIVE programs are sponsored by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

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Kids & Teens After-School Programs for Kids & Teens These essential educational resources are now offered at 20 libraries. Groups meet at least twice a week after school. Sessions begin in February and run through June. For more details and information about how to register, call the phone numbers listed below or visit: nypl.org/ost

w Enrichment Zones

Innovation Labs

Literacy Leaders

GRADES 1–8 This customized homework help program helps students sharpen math and reading skills through one-on-one tutoring and specialized computer software.

GRADES 6–8*

GRADES 1–2 First and second graders are paired with high school students who are trained to help young kids improve their reading comprehesion and phonic skills.

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Support for the Early Literacy Initiative was generously provided by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences,The Lisa E. Javitch Early Literacy Initiative, New York State Library’s Family Literacy Library Services Program, the NYPL Council Committee for Education, the Gray Foundation and an anonymous donor, with additional support through City’s First Readers, an initiative made possible with funding from the New York City Council, Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Council Member Antonio Reynoso and Council Member Stephen Levin.

Major support for after-school programming is provided by Arthur W. Koenig; the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences; Stavros Niarchos Foundation; the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services; the E.H.A. Foundation Endowment for Literacy Programming; The Frederick P. & Sandra P. Rose Foundation; The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development; The Bok Family Foundation; Booth Ferris Foundation; The New York Life Foundation; The Pinkerton Foundation; News Corp; Con Edison; and The Walt Disney Company, with additional support from the Estate of Brooke Russell Astor and the Estate of Mary McConnell Bailey.

Additional support is provided by Beth and Christopher Kojima; The Jason and Susanna Berger Fund; the Estate of Charles J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; The Morris and Alma Schapiro Fund; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; and The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation.

Additional major support is provided by the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services.

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Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

Turn to the back page to find out what fun things you can do to grow your mind this spring!

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STATEN ISLAND Port Richmond Library 347-697-9937 West New Brighton Library 347-277-4591

Kids Zone!

MANHATTAN Columbus Library 347-934-7168 *George Bruce Library 347-891-1697 Mid-Manhattan Library 347-218-0411

MANHATTAN 115th Street Library 347-697-9911 Hamilton Fish Park Library 347-326-2312 Washington Heights Library 347-697-9967

MANHATTAN Inwood Library 347-821-8388 Seward Park Library 917-821-4878

BRONX Grand Concourse Library 347-891-2163 *Westchester Square Library 347-697-9969 *West Farms Library 718-367-5376

BRONX Mosholu Library 347-277-4413

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BRONX Baychester Library 347-697-9909 Francis Martin Library 347-933-3420 High Bridge Library 347-933-1320 Hunts Point Library 718-617-0339 Jerome Park Library 347-277-4839 Mott Haven Library 347-952-8016

GRADES 10–12 Working in teams, students learn to create blogs, podcasts, and videos. Plus, high school students will earn school credit for completing the program.

Educational Resources

Teen Programs

Best Books: Teens

Meet great teen authors, prepare for college, and more at the Library. For more programs and information, visit: nypl.org/teens

Our expert librarians chose the top 50 titles from this past year for our annual list of Best Books for Teens. Find them all: nypl.org/teens2016 Breakfast with Neruda by Laura Moe During mandatory community service, Michael meets Shelly, who unmasks his deepest secrets.

Visit our state-of-the-art teen center at Hamilton Grange Library in Manhattan.

The Place for Teens The Library has tons of programs and resources for teens, from technology workshops to leadership opportunities. What’s more, many of our locations have dedicated spaces for teens, where you can do homework, explore Library resources, and hang out with friends. Visit one of these locations, ask a librarian, or go online for more. Grand Concourse, Bronx Countee Cullen, Manhattan Grand Central, Manhattan

Hamilton Grange, Manhattan NEW! Washington Heights, Manhattan St. George Library Center, Staten Island

College Access at the Library Questions about college? Teens and their families can discover programs and resources to help get ready for college and learn about the application process. Visit the following College Access Hubs, or go online for more: nypl.org/collegeaccess Bronx Library Center, Bronx Hamilton Grange, Manhattan

St. George Library Center, Staten Island

More Programs for Teens There’s lots to do at the Library for teens! Ask your librarian or visit: nypl.org/teens • Chess Club • Movie Days

• Tech Time • Card Games

• Board Games • Crafts

TEEN AUTHOR FESTIVAL

Mulberry Street Library, Manhattan

Come be part of New York City’s biggest annual YA author event! Check out panels, readings, book signings, and more.

Schwarzman Building, Manhattan

MON, MAR 20 | 6 PM

WED, MAR 22 | 6 PM FRI, MAR 24 | 2 PM SAT, MAR 25 | 1 PM

Outrun the Moon by Stacey Lee After a historic earthquake rocks San Francisco, one cunning teenage girl tries to heal her broken city.

Up from the Sea by Leza Lowitz Following disaster, Kai realizes he has a chance to look for his estranged American father.

Star Wars: Vader Down by Jason Aaron; Mike Deodato Will the Rebels seize an opportunity to end one of their greatest enemies? Being Jazz by Jazz Jennings At age five, Jazz transitioned to life as a girl, and now shares her incredible story.

Samurai Rising by Pamela S. Turner Follow the saga of one of the greatest samurai in Japanese history.

For more, visit: nypl.org/teenlive

TeenLIVE programs are sponsored by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

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Job Search, Financial Planning & Small Business SPOTLIGHT ON

SCIENCE, INDUSTRY AND BUSINESS LIBRARY

Science, Industry and Business Library Discover events and resources to help with your career, business, or finances. For a full program listing, visit: nypl.org/sibl/events

188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street)

In 2016, the Library’s StartUP! competition helped these budding entrepreneurs kickstart their businesses. Will you be next?

NYPL’s Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) is a research and circulating library with extensive business, finance, and popular science print resources as well as premium online databases. P atrons can book a consultation with a librarian for help using SIBL’s research collections, which include historical periodical back files and comprehensive government information. ithin the Science, Industry and Business W Library, vetted and trained experts from partner organizations offer unique advisory services. Patrons can get business advice from experienced mentorsas well as free career and financial counseling sessions with credentialed professionals. Visit SIBL online to make an appointment.

SMALL BUSINESS Business Boost: Social Media Marketing Series Get strategies for maximizing your social media—from Instagram to LinkedIn. WED, JAN 18, FEB 1, FEB 15 | 6 PM TUES, FEB 28, MAR 14, MAR 28 | 6 PM

IRS Small Business Tax Workshops Business Legal Structures WED, JAN 25 | 6 PM

Tax Tips for the Self-Employed THURS, FEB 23 | 6 PM

Growing Your Home-Based Business THURS, MAR 9 | 6 PM

nypl.org/sibl

Online Customer Acquisition Series Upcoming sessions take a closer look at social media advertising and email marketing.

FREE ONLINE CLASSES AT HOME WITH YOUR LIBRARY CARD Learn new skills and make yourself more marketable with over 2,000 online video courses—now available for free any time, anywhere to all New York Public Library cardholders. For more, visit: nypl.org/lynda

THURS, MAR 23, APR 20 | 6 PM

JOB SEARCH The Power of You: How You Can Make Your Next Career Move in 2017 Assess your power in the marketplace and leverage it into a satisfying job. THURS, JAN 5 | 6 PM

No-Stress Cover Letters Create compelling cover letters to make you stand out to potential employers. TUES, JAN 17 | 6 PM

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Finding the Hidden Job Market Expand your network with five simple steps. THURS, JAN 26 | 6 PM

Career Management for Introverts How can you prepare for conversations and use your strengths to impress your listeners? WED, FEB 22 | 6 PM

Traditional Media Versus Social Media Jobs: What Do You Need to Know? Andy Limpus discusses the latest hiring trends for media companies. WED, MAR 8 | 6 PM

Health Care Jobs: What Are They, Where Are They, and How to Get Them HR professionals from leading hospitals discuss careers in the health care industry. WED, APR 12 | 6 PM

Business Plan Competition

NEW YORK STARTUP! 2017 Win $15,000 to start your business! Sessions start in January. For details on how to participate: nypl.org/bizplan The 2017 New York StartUP! Business Plan Competition is generously supported by

Educational Resources

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Money Matters in Your Neighborhood

Introduction to Medicare

Whether you’re signing up for benefits or jump-starting your new business, NYPL offers helpful job search and financial planning programs across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Check online for dates and locations in your neighborhood.

TUES, JAN 24 | 6 PM

Constructing a Diversified Investment Portfolio* SAT, JAN 28 | 12 NOON

PERSONAL FINANCE

The Global Economy and Markets: Overview of the World in 2017

Child ID

TUES, FEB 7 | 6 PM

Tax-Smart Investing* SAT, FEB 25 | 12 NOON

Life Changes Require Health Choices: Know Your Benefit Options TUES, MAR 7 | 6 PM

What Non-Citizens Need to Know About Managing their Finances* SAT, MAR 25 | 12 NOON

Broker, Financial Planner, or Advisor? How to Choose* TUES, APR 4 | 6 PM

Economic Outlook: Where Will Markets Go from Here?* TUES, APR 18 | 6 PM *Presented by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

FINANCIAL PLANNING DAY @ SIBL

How to Start a Business

Moving Forward After Divorce

Networking: Turning Business Cards into a Business Network

Debt Free by 2018! College Planning and Financial Aid Charge It Right (Facts About Credit)

Effective Presentations for Entrepreneurs Land Prospect Meetings Through Powerful Emails and Follow-Ups

On a Budget? Learn Inexpensive Ways to Be Healthy

For a complete up-to-the-minute listing of upcoming Money Matters programs, visit: nypl.org/moneymatters

NYPL College & Job Fairs Learn more about these and other career services hosted by NYPL’s Career and Education Information Services (CEIS): nypl.org/ceis George Bruce Library, Manhattan TUES, JAN 10 | 11 AM–4 PM

Bronx Library Center, Bronx

FRI, APR 28 | 10 AM–5 PM

WED, JAN 18 | 11 AM–4 PM

HEAR FROM THE EXPERTS Twelve classes on life and financial issues

Francis Martin Library, Bronx

EXPLORE THE LIBRARY’S RESOURCES Tools for finding and comparing your investment options

JOB SEARCH & SMALL BUSINESS

THURS, JAN 19 | 11 AM–4 PM

125th Street Library, Manhattan FRI, JAN 20 | 11 AM–4 PM

CEIS Career Coach Robyn Saunders has helped countless New Yorkers find their next job opportunity.

MEET WITH THE COUNSELORS Specialists in credit crisis, Medicare, and financial planning

Castle Hill Library, Bronx

Belmont Library, Bronx

TUES, JAN 24 | 11 AM–4 PM

WED, FEB 22 | 11 AM–4 PM

Morrisania Library, Bronx

BROWSE THE FINANCIAL FAIR Information from government agencies and nonprofit organizations

Mosholu Library, Bronx

THURS, JAN 26 | 11 AM–4 PM

TUES, APR 18 | 11 AM–4 PM

Baychester Library, Bronx

Open to all. Veterans welcome. Business attire.

Sponsored in Conjunction with the Financial Planning Association of New York.

FRI, JAN 27 | 11 AM–4 PM

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Computers & Tech Training TechConnect

Connect with your future at the Library—for free. TechConnect offers more than 80 technology classes at NYPL branches throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. It also provides computer labs across the city and helpful online resources.

ONLINE RESOURCES

Want to measure your progress? Use TechConnect’s online assessments to test your knowledge on hardware, software, and other skills you learn in class. Plus, gain access to video tutorials and class handouts in English, Spanish, Chinese, French, and Russian.

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES From learning the basics of how to use a computer to mastering essential business software, there is a class for every student at every level. Many classes are also taught in Spanish and Chinese. To see a full list and find a class near you, visit: nypl.org/computers

Computer Basics

Software & More

ALL ABOUT COMPUTERS Computer Basics Learn to Type & Use a Mouse PC vs. Mac Windows Basics

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2010 Advanced MS Excel 2010 Advanced MS Word 2010 Excel Genius Workshop MS Excel 2010 for Beginners MS PowerPoint 2010 for Beginners

INTERNET, EMAIL & MORE Email for Beginners Advanced Internet Searching Digital Media Basics Getting More out of Google SOCIAL MEDIA Google+ LinkedIn for Job Seekers Social Media for Your Small Biz Pinterest DIGITAL DEVICES Android Basics Apps on Tablets iPad/iPhone Basics Making Music with GarageBand Wearable Tech: Smartwatches & More

GET CREATIVE 3D Modeling for 3D Printing 3D Printing Mini Workshops: Jewelry & Tech Accessories Create Your Own Website iMovie: Green Screening & Effects Photoediting for Beginners MAC CLASSES Illustrator for Beginners Mac Computers for Beginners Photoshop for Beginners Stop Motion Animation

Classes By Audience Job Seekers Ages 50+ People with Disabilities* *Available at the Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library

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Educational Resources

COMPUTER LABS Our computer labs offer handson training and one-on-one help with TechConnect experts. During designated hours with extended computer sessions, students can ask questions, practice new skills, create an email account, polish a resume, and more. Visit our 12 specialized locations to receive help, practice independently, or gain access to more online learning.

MANHATTAN 58th Street Library 67th Street Library Columbus Library Countee Cullen Library Mid-Manhattan Library Science, Industry and Business Library Washington Heights Library STATEN ISLAND Richmondtown Library St. George Library Center

Find the Classes That Are Right for You Not sure which classes are for you? Take the online What’s Your Tech Profile? quiz to find out, then pick up a class checklist from your local library. To find out more, visit: nypl.org/computers

BRONX Bronx Library Center Parkchester Library Tremont Library

Basic User Business User

Series-Based Courses Gain an in-depth understanding of coding and more with these ongoing courses. Online registration is required—classes fill up quickly, so secure your spot today! To register or learn more about our series-based courses, visit: nypl.org/computers

Creative User Curious User Job Seeker

Office Readiness

Make It. Print It. Sell It.

Lifestyle User

Improve your tech skills to help advance your career.

Make 3D products and learn how to sell them online.

Tech Fanatic

Project <Code>

Code Your Story

Learn coding languages used to build websites.

Made for kids! Code stories, games, and animations.

Design 360

Coder Games

Explore the principles of graphic design and remix iconic logos.

Teens compete with each other while learning video game creation.

Major Support for the Library’s adult literacy, English language programs and technology training is provided by the Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development; Arthur W. Koenig; The Pasculano Foundation; NYC Connected Communities, a program of the New York City Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications; The Lois M. Collier Endowment Fund; The JPB Foundation; the Joseph and Sylvia Slifka Foundation, Inc.; and the Federal Workforce Investment Act, Title II funding administered through the New York State Education Department. Additional support provided by the New York City Center for Economic Opportunity; Altman Foundation; Funding from the Mayor’s Young Men Initiative administered through the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development; the Kagan Fund; New York State Coordinated Outreach Services Program; The Bailey Endowment for English Language Learning Programs; New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Library Services grant program; The Staten Island Foundation; Murray G. and Beatrice H. Sherman Charitable Trust; and anonymous donors. NYPL TechConnect is funded in part by:

Public Computers & Reservations NYPL has thousands of computers across its 92 locations, including new desktops and laptops, plus many more recently upgraded computers. Computer sessions generally last 45 minutes. Free Wi-Fi is also available at all locations. Reservations for desktop computers are not required, but can be made up to a day in advance: pcreserve.nypl.org

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English & Adult Literacy Classes

Educational Resources

Adult Literacy Classes NYPL provides free adult literacy classes and tutoring for adults who speak English but have difficulty reading and writing. New students who want to sign up for classes must first attend an information session (see Winter 2017 Information Sessions, below). For more, call 917-ASK-NYPL or visit: nypl.org/english

MORE LOCATIONS

English Classes NYPL offers free classes in English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) at more than 40 locations across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Winter 2017 classes begin in late January and run for 10 weeks. Space is limited. To begin, students must attend an information session (see below) and schedule an assessment. For the latest information, call the branch or visit: nypl.org/english

English classes are offered at more than 40 convenient neighborhood branches. Attend an information session to find out your closest location, or visit us online.

DROP-IN ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUPS Drop-in groups are a great choice if you already know some English and want to practice speaking with others. No registration needed. Find your nearest group: nypl.org/english

WINTER 2017 INFORMATION SESSIONS BRONX

MANHATTAN

Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road

Harlem Library 9 West 124th Street

MON, JAN 9 | 12 NOON, 3 PM, OR 6 PM

SAT, JAN 7 | 11 AM OR 3 PM WED, JAN 11 | 1 PM OR 6 PM

STATEN ISLAND

St. George Library Center 5 Central Avenue

Tompkins Square Library 331 East 10th Street

TUES, JAN 17 | 1 PM OR 6 PM

MON, JAN 9 | 12 NOON, 2 PM, OR 6 PM

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AMERICANS CORNER CITIZENSHIP RESOURCES NYPL provides programs and materials useful to immigrants and aspiring U.S. citizens at neighborhood libraries: nypl.org/citizenship

Seniors & Accessibility

Educational Resources

Opportunities for Seniors Every day at NYPL brings new activities for older adults. For more, ask your local librarian or visit: nypl.org/50plus

Open Studio: Still Life

Kips Bay Oral History Project

Riverdale Library, Bronx

Kips Bay Library, Manhattan

TUES, JAN 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | 5:15 PM

For more, visit: oralhistory.nypl.org Plus! Help review transcripts from the project: transcribe.oralhistory.nypl.org

Computers for Seniors Roosevelt Island Library, Manhattan FRIDAYS | 10:30 AM

MORE PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS

ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

Visit the Library online for details on these and more great programs: nypl.org/events

Become a storyteller or learn how to interview others.

Share your stories through NYPL's Oral History Project.

CLASSES & EVENTS Classic Movie Mondays Epiphany Library, Manhattan MONDAYS | 2 PM

NEW! Chinatown Legacy Project

• Art for a Lifetime • It’s a Long Month: Living on a Fixed Income • Do You Have a Plan for Long-Term Care?

Chatham Square Library, Manhattan

Lower East Side Oral History Project Multiple locations, Manhattan

Accessibility at the Library AUDIO ACCESSIBILITY For patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing, ASL interpretation or CART captioning is available for any NYPL program. Please request two weeks in advance: accessibility@nypl.org BOOKSHARE Instantly get 500,000 accessible e-audiobooks with simultaneous text on screen, free for all eligible users! Learn more or apply today: nypl.org/printdisabilities BOOKS BY MAIL Eligible patrons can get books and other materials delivered right to their homes. Visit: nypl.org/booksbymail

ANDREW HEISKELL BRAILLE AND TALKING BOOK LIBRARY The only NYC library created to serve people with print disabilities, Heiskell Library offers free talking books and magazines, book machines, and home delivery service, plus accessible cultural programs, assistive technology coaching, and tech training. • 60,000 professionally narrated talking books • Instant downloads from the Library website or app • No late fees or item limits • On-demand requests and automatic delivery of your favorite genres • Programs for all ages 40 West 20th Street, Manhattan nypl.org/talkingbooks | 212-206-5400 25 The New The New York York Public Public Library Library Now!Now! Winter/Spring Winter/Spring 2017 2017 25

Using the Library

Get Started

The New York Public Library is made up of four research libraries and 88 neighborhood branches throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Here’s an introduction to some key resources.

Get Help

Library Cards

Need assistance? We’re here to answer your questions. Ask NYPL is the Library’s virtual reference and support service. Contact us via email, chat, phone (917-ASK-NYPL), or text (66746). For more information, visit: nypl.org/asknypl

Cards provide access to the Library’s collections, computers and printers, e-books, and more. Free library cards are available to anyone who lives, works, attends school, or pays property taxes in New York State. Apply at any library location or online: nypl.org/librarycard

E-Books Borrow more than 300,000 free e-books with the Library’s e-reader app! SimplyE makes it easy to browse, borrow, and read the titles you want any time, from anywhere. All you need is a New York Public Library card. To learn more about the app and get started, visit: nypl.org/ebooks SimplyE has been made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Digital Collections

Research Materials Researchers can use NYPL’s research collections at our four research centers. For guidelines and to inquire about making an appointment with a research specialist, call 917-ASK-NYPL or visit: nypl.org/researchcollections

The Library’s Digital Collections, a database with nearly 700,000 items, includes photographs, manuscripts, maps, and more, plus historical public domain images. All are available online, with new materials added every day: nypl.org/digitalcollections

Directory of Locations

idNYC Cards The Library is proud to serve as an enrollment site for idNYC, the City’s free municipal ID card. Patrons can apply for the government photo ID at two NYPL locations: Bronx Library Center and MidManhattan Library. For more, visit: nypl.org/idnyc

For hours and directions, visit: nypl.org/locations

George Bruce · 518 West 125th Street · 212-662-9727

Ottendorfer · 135 Second Avenue · 212-674-0947

Grand Central · 135 East 46th Street · 212-621-0670

Riverside · 127 Amsterdam Avenue · 212-870-1810

53rd Street · 18 West 53rd Street · 917-275-6975

Hamilton Fish Park · 415 East Houston Street · 212-673-2290

Roosevelt Island · 524 Main Street · 212-308-6243

58th Street · 127 East 58th Street · 212-759-7358

Hamilton Grange · 503 West 145th Street · 212-926-2147

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture*

67th Street · 328 East 67th Street · 212-734-1717

Harlem · 9 West 124th Street · 212-348-5620

96th Street · 112 East 96th Street · 212-289-0908

Hudson Park · 66 Leroy Street · 212-243-6876

115th Street · 203 West 115th Street · 212-666-9393

Inwood · 4790 Broadway · 212-942-2445

125th Street · 224 East 125th Street · 212-534-5050

Jefferson Market · 425 Avenue of the Americas

MANHATTAN

Aguilar · 174 East 110th Street · 212-534-2930 Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library 40 West 20th Street · 212-206-5400 Battery Park City · 175 North End Avenue · 212-790-3499 Bloomingdale · 150 West 100th Street · 212-222-8030 Chatham Square · 33 East Broadway · 212-964-6598 Children’s Center at 42nd Street · Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street · 212-621-0208

212-243-4334 Kips Bay · 446 Third Avenue · 212-683-2520 Library for the Performing Arts* · 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (at 65th Street) · 917-275-6975 Macomb’s Bridge · 2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard 212-281-4900 Mid-Manhattan Library · 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street) 212-340-0863

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 · 917-275-6975 Terence Cardinal Cooke–Cathedral · 560 Lexington Avenue 212-752-3824 Tompkins Square · 331 East 10th Street · 212-228-4747 Washington Heights · 1000 St. Nicholas Avenue 212-923-6054

Columbus · 742 Tenth Avenue · 212-586-5098

Morningside Heights · 2900 Broadway · 212-864-2530

Webster · 1465 York Avenue · 212-288-5049

Countee Cullen · 104 West 136th Street · 212-491-2070

Muhlenberg · 209 West 23rd Street · 212-924-1585

Yorkville · 222 East 79th Street · 212-744-5824

Epiphany · 228 East 23rd Street · 212-679-2645

Mulberry Street · 10 Jersey Street · 212-966-3424

Fort Washington · 535 West 179th Street · 212-927-3533

New Amsterdam · 9 Murray Street · 212-732-8186

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The New York Public Library

Building for You

CURRENT MAJOR PROJECTS Schomburg Center

The Schomburg Center will soon reach the final stages of a $20 million renovation that will offer an updated facade, auditorium, and gift shop, a new gallery space, and several new reading rooms. The project is expected to be completed in spring 2017.

For more than a century, NYPL’s branches have made neighborhoods stronger. In the past 10 years, we have invested more than $320 million in capital improvements systemwide with even more currently underway.

Wakefield

The New York Public Library will renovate this Bronx branch, which originally opened in 1938. Currently in the planning stages, the much-needed project will include a partial renovation of the library’s interior, mechanical system upgrades, improved ADA accessibility, and facade and front entry rehabilitation as needed.

JUST OPENED

Washington Heights: New Third Floor The long-vacant third floor of Washington Heights Library in Upper Manhattan is now home to a welcoming Teen Zone and Adult Education Center after undergoing a $4.4 million renovation. Never before open to the public, the transformed 3,750-square-foot space offers a dedicated area for teens, public computers, a large multipurpose room, and class and study rooms for adults.

Macomb’s Bridge

NYPL’s smallest branch is moving to a new location across the street. Now in the planning stages, the new library— located in New York City Housing Authority space—will more than quadruple the size of the current 685-square-foot branch and allow for more seats, programs, classes, and computers. It is expected to open in 2019.

Charleston

The New York Public Library is building a new 10,000square-foot branch for the Rossville/Charleston community of Staten Island, featuring an adult reading room with 12 computer stations, a dedicated children’s space, an enclosed teen reading room, and community and programming rooms.

Capital projects at The New York Public Library are made possible by the generous support of elected officials at the city, state, and federal levels. For more information on funding for specific projects, visit: nypl.org/capitalprojects

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Please note: All locations will be closed January 1–2, January 16, February 20, and April 16, 2017. BRONX

Morrisania · 610 East 169th Street · 718-589-9268

STATEN ISLAND

Allerton · 2740 Barnes Avenue · 718-881-4240

Mosholu · 285 East 205th Street · 718-882-8239

Dongan Hills · 1617 Richmond Road · 718-351-1444

Baychester · 2049 Asch Loop North · 718-379-6700

Mott Haven · 321 East 140th Street · 718-665-4878

Great Kills · 56 Giffords Lane · 718-984-6670

Belmont · 610 East 186th Street · 718-933-6410

Parkchester · 1985 Westchester Avenue · 718-829-7830

Huguenot Park · 830 Huguenot Avenue · 718-984-4636

Bronx Library Center · 310 East Kingsbridge Road

Pelham Bay · 3060 Middletown Road · 718-792-6744

Mariners Harbor · 206 South Avenue · 212-621-0690

Pelham Parkway–Van Nest · 2147 Barnes Avenue

New Dorp · 309 New Dorp Lane · 718-351-2977

718-579-4244 Castle Hill · 947 Castle Hill Avenue · 718-824-3838

718-829-5864

Port Richmond · 75 Bennett Street · 718-442-0158

City Island · 320 City Island Avenue · 718-885-1703

Riverdale · 5540 Mosholu Avenue · 718-549-1212

Richmondtown · 200 Clarke Avenue · 718-668-0413

Clason’s Point · 1215 Morrison Avenue · 718-842-1235

Sedgwick · 1701 University Avenue · 718-731-2074

South Beach · 21–25 Robin Road · 718-816-5834

Eastchester · 1385 East Gun Hill Road · 718-653-3292

Soundview · 660 Soundview Avenue · 718-589-0880

St. George Library Center · 5 Central Avenue

Edenwald · 1255 East 233rd Street · 718-798-3355

Spuyten Duyvil · 650 West 235th Street · 718-796-1202

Francis Martin · 2150 University Avenue · 718-295-5287

Throg’s Neck · 3025 Cross Bronx Expy Ext · 718-792-2612

Stapleton · 132 Canal Street · 718-727-0427

Grand Concourse · 155 East 173rd Street · 718-583-6611

Tremont · 1866 Washington Avenue · 718-299-5177

Todt Hill–Westerleigh · 2550 Victory Boulevard

High Bridge · 78 West 168th Street · 718-293-7800

Van Cortlandt · 3874 Sedgwick Avenue · 718-543-5150

Hunts Point · 877 Southern Boulevard · 718-617-0338

Wakefield · 4100 Lowerre Place · 718-652-4663

Tottenville · 7430 Amboy Road · 718-984-0945

Jerome Park · 118 Eames Place · 718-549-5200

West Farms · 2085 Honeywell Avenue · 718-367-5376

West New Brighton · 976 Castleton Avenue · 718-442-1416

Kingsbridge · 291 West 231st Street · 718-548-5656

Westchester Square · 2521 Glebe Avenue · 718-863-0436

Melrose · 910 Morris Avenue · 718-588-0110

Woodlawn Heights · 4355 Katonah Avenue · 718-519-9627

Morris Park · 985 Morris Park Avenue · 718-931-0636

Woodstock · 761 East 160th Street · 718-665-6255

718-442-8560

718-494-1642

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Kids Zone!

NYPL.ORG/KIDS

The more you read, the more you’ll grow! Books are the brain food you need to keep your mind healthy and strong. Get started with these activities below, then check out our new list of Best Books for Kids.

SPRINGTIME IS FOR GROWING! Follow the clues and fill in the answers to help the tree grow strong. For answers, see page 18.

BE A BUDDING READER Grow your reading skills by reading more each day. Start with 5 minutes and build up to 30 minutes.

Color in each flower after you read.

minutes

minutes 7

minutes

Get Started! 9

minutes

WHAT ARE YOU READING? Across

Down

2. A new plant grows from this small thing

1. A plant that hasn’t completely opened

4. Roses are a type of ____________.

2. P lants need this bright and warm element to grow

6. This falls from a tree in winter and grows back in spring

Our annual list of Best Books for Kids has 100 great new books chosen by our librarians that will be sure to take you to new heights. Find your favorite and write about it here! What does your book make you think about?

3. A soft, colorful part of a budding plant

7. A liquid that all plants need to survive

5. As plants develop, they ____________.

9. Dirt in which trees are planted

8. This part of a plant grows underground

Find all 100 books: nypl.org/kids2016

#bestbooks

For answers, see p. 18. Plus, sign up for email updates about Library programs for kids: nypl.org/kids