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WELCOME TO

The New York Public Library!

From the President I hope you’ll enjoy exploring all that NYPL offers this season—and use this magazine as a guide to the Library’s many free resources. With this issue, NYPL Now! debuts a new format that provides an overview of the Library’s far-ranging offerings while adding new features, from NYPL book picks (p. 4) to a new kids activity (back cover).

I’m particularly pleased to announce new initiatives underway this fall. In September, we’re launching new educational afterschool programs for kids and teens (p. 16). We’re expanding our much-needed computer training services and English classes (pp. 22-24). And we recently reopened the beautifully renovated Stapleton Library on Staten Island (right).

Together these projects highlight the critical role libraries play in our neighborhoods and demonstrate our commitment to providing the services New Yorkers need and deserve.

Tony Marx President, The New York Public Library

HOW ARE WE DOING? We want to know what you think of our new magazine.

Tell us at nypl.org/newnow and enter for a chance to win an iPad! You do not need to fill out the survey to enter the Library’s iPad Sweepstakes.

The new state-of-the-art Stapleton Library on Staten Island opened in June.

FALL 2013

CONTENTS 4 From Our Shelves: What’s Hot & Staff Book Picks 5 Don’t-Miss List: What’s on This Fall UPCOMING EVENTS 6 Author Talks, Lectures & More 10 Performing Arts & Film 12 Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture 14 Exhibitions: Fall Highlights EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES 16 Kids & Teens 20 Job Search, Financial Planning & Small Business 22 Computers & Tech Training 24 English & Adult Literacy Classes 25 Midlife & Beyond GET STARTED! 26 Using the Library 27 Directory of Locations 28 NYPL Kids Zone!

Note: Programs and hours are subject to change or cancellation.

Visit nypl.org or call ahead for the latest information.

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From Our Shelves: What’s Hot Top Adult Books Inferno, Dan Brown 12th of Never, James Patterson Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn The Casual Vacancy, J.K. Rowling The Hit, David Baldacci

STAFF BOOK PICKS If you enjoyed Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl, try these other suspenseful novels: Before I Go to Sleep, S.J. Watson Beneath the Shadows, Sara Foster Cover of Snow, Jenny Milchman Die for You, Lisa Unger

Top E-Books Inferno, Dan Brown Lean In, Sheryl Sandberg Beautiful Ruins, Jess Walter Dark Places, Gillian Flynn Sharp Objects, Gillian Flynn

Top Children’s Books Pinkalicious series, Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann

Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Jeff Kinney Dork Diaries series, Rachel Renée Russell Fancy Nancy series, Jane O’Connor

Recent fiction and nonfiction: 1912: The Year the World Discovered Antarctica, Chris Turney Little Green: An Easy Rawlins Mystery, Walter Mosley Lotería: A Novel, Mario Alberto Zambrano The Third Son: A Novel, Julie Wu

Top Teen Books Naruto series, Masashi Kishimoto Catching Fire, Suzanne Collins Mockingjay, Suzanne Collins Fairy Tale series, Hiro Mashima

Picks for kids: Better Nate Than Ever, Tim Federle Bink & Gollie, Kate DiCamillo and Alison McGhee

P.S. Be Eleven, Rita Williams-Garcia Take Me Out to the Yakyu, Aaron Meshon

WHAT ARE YOU READING NOW? Share with your fellow book lovers! #READNYPL 4 Free Programs and Exhibitions

Don’t-Miss List: What’s on This Fall

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DISCOVER NYPL’s new FREE after-school programs for kids and teens P. 16

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HEAR from Margaret Atwood and more than a dozen top writers and thinkers at LIVE from the NYPL this season P. 7

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VISIT Staten Island’s newly reopened and renovated Stapleton Library P. 3

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CELEBRATE kids literature at the Library’s new exhibition, The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter P. 14

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EET potential employers at the Bronx Library Center’s M Job Expo on September 18 P. 21

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ISTEN to classic operas at the Library for the L Performing Arts and the Bronx Library Center P. 10–11

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LAUNCH your business with the help of NYPL’s Business Plan Competition P. 21

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LEARN new computer skills at one of the Library’s brand-new TechConnect computer labs P. 22

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SNAP a photo and share why you love NYPL at one of our new photo booths at Mid-Manhattan Library and the Schwarzman Building P. 26

BROWSE OUR FULL CALENDAR: NYPL.ORG/EVENTS SIGN UP FOR OUR E-NEWSLETTER: NYPL.ORG/ENEWS CONNECT WITH THE LIBRARY: Free Programs and Exhibitions 5

Author Talks, Author Talks, Lectures Lectures,&&Classes More SPOTLIGHT ON

Literary Happenings, Discussions & Crafts Series

STEPHEN A. SCHWARZMAN BUILDING

For the full calendar, visit nypl.org/schwarzman/events.

Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street

Artist Dialogues

Handmade Crafternoon

Hear discussions with artists and authors such as Brice Marden and Luc Sante.

Meet a guest crafter, look at books from the Library’s collections, and participate in a DIY project.

SEPT. 18, 25, OCT. 30, NOV. 5, 12, 20, DEC. 4 | 6 P.M.

Children’s Literary Salon Explore children’s literature past and present; Leonard Marcus, the curator of The ABC of It exhibition, visits in October.

SEPT. 28, NOV. 9, DEC. 7 | 2 P.M.

Register by e-mail: handmade@nypl.org

Literary Lives Edith Wharton SEPT. 18, NOV. 15 | 2:15 P.M.

SEPT. 7, OCT. 12, NOV. 2, DEC. 7 | 2 P.M.

One of New York’s most beautiful and best loved landmarks, the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building features the elegant Rose Main Reading Room (above), 15 public service and special collections units, and free museumquality exhibitions. The “People’s Palace” also provides space for scholars and writers, hosts a diverse range of public programs, and is home to the Children’s Center at 42nd Street (see page 18).

Discuss Great Books in a Great Setting Join librarian-led discussions of classic British and American fiction.

SEPT. 19, OCT. 17, NOV. 21, DEC. 19 | 2 P.M.

Register online: nypl.org/calendar

For more information and reservations: nypl.org/conversations 6 Free Programs and Exhibitions

Lunchtime Lectures from NYPL’s Research Rooms

Discover new prose and poetry as emerging writers read from their work in literary magazines and small journals.

Don’t miss The Library Shop in Astor Hall!

Every purchase supports the Library.

Former fellows of the Dorothy

and Lewis B. Cullman Center for

Scholars and Writers discuss their work with other writers.

DEC. 13 | 2:15 P.M.

Periodically Speaking

Show Your Love for the Library

CONVERSATIONS FROM THE CULLMAN CENTER

Charles Dickens

SEPT. 20, 26, OCT. 17, 24, 31, NOV. 4, 7, 14, DEC. 4, 12, 19 | 1:15 P.M.

nypl.org/schwarzman

10% off for students, teachers, and members!

OCT. 11 | 2:15 P.M.

Hear lectures by researchers who use NYPL’s study centers; author Robert Sullivan talks about the demise of Evacuation Day on Nov. 14.

Pick up a guide to the Schwarzman Building in Astor Hall or take a free tour (check at the Information Desk in Astor Hall).

shop.nypl.org

The Brontes

Arielle Eckstut and Joann Eckstut talk about their new book, The Secret Language of Color, at the Dec. 4 Artist Dialogues.

OCT. 8, NOV. 12, DEC. 10 | 6 P.M.

Farah Jasmine Griffin and Sharifa Rhodes-Pitts

Andrew Sean Greer, Julie Orringer, and Lore Segal

TUES., SEPT. 24 | 6:30 P.M.

MON., NOV. 18 | 7 P.M.

Schomburg Center; see page 12.

South Court Auditorium

Ian Buruma and Martin Amis

Elizabeth Kendall and Jennifer Homans

THURS., OCT. 17 | 7 P.M.

TUES., DEC. 10 | 7 P.M.

South Court Auditorium

Berger Forum

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, The Arts and Letters Foundation, Merilee and Roy Bostock, Lybess Sweezy and Ken Miller, and Cullman Center Fellows.

Upcoming Events

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

From the Collections: Lectures & Workshops

SPECIAL SERIES!

FOCUS ON VETERANS Hear New York–area veterans from World War II to the present talk about their war experiences in a trio of panel discussions.

Our Stories to Tell

For more, visit nypl.org/schwarzman/events.

Genealogy Making Effective Use of NewYorkFamilyHistory.org TUES., OCT. 1 | 5:30 P.M.

Searching the All-Galicia Database & Gesher Galicia Map Room Online

TUES., OCT. 15 | 6 P.M.

WED., OCT. 30 | 5:30 P.M.

Vietnam TUES., NOV. 5 | 6 P.M.

Women Warriors SAT., DEC. 7 | 4 P.M.

Related Program: Lincoln and the Civil War: 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation with Eric Foner

Researching the History of Your New York City Home

Historic insurance maps serve as a rich research resource.

WED., SEPT. 25 | 6 P.M. ALSO: NOV. 16 | 2 P.M.

Tracing Old New York TUES., SEPT. 17 | 3:30 P.M. ALSO: OCT. 22, DEC. 3 | 6 P.M., NOV. 19 | 3:30 P.M.

Knickerbocker Book Circle: The Poisoner’s Handbook

More Classes

SAT., OCT. 26 | 4 P.M.

Researching with E-Resources: Periodicals and Newspapers

Register online: nypl.org/calendar

THURS., SEPT. 12 | 4 P.M. All programs take place in the South Court Auditorium.

Citizen Cartography @ NYPL Workshops

THURS., SEPT. 12 | 2 P.M.

Building a Virtual Atlas of New York

Old Books, Rare Books: Learning About the Value of Your Books

ALSO: OCT. 10, NOV. 14, DEC. 12 | 2 P.M.

TUES., SEPT. 3 | 6 P.M. ALSO: OCT. 15, DEC. 17 | 3:30 P.M., NOV. 5 | 6 P.M.

WED., SEPT. 18 | 3 P.M. ALSO: OCT. 16, NOV. 13 | 3 P.M.

LIVE FROM THE NYPL Provocative programs featuring notable authors, artists, and thinkers in conversation with NYPL’s Paul Holdengräber.

Tickets are $25 general public; $15 Friends of the Library, seniors, and students with valid ID. For LIVE tickets, visit nypl.org/livetickets or call 888.71.TICKETS (888.718.4253).

Presented by

OPENING NIGHT!

Margaret Atwood and Carl Hiaasen TUES., SEPT. 17 7 P.M.

Margaret Atwood

Jaron Lanier

Toni Morrison

John Ashbery, Timothy Donnelly, and Adam Fitzgerald

Jaron Lanier

Toni Morrison and Junot Diaz

THURS., OCT. 10 | 7 P.M.

THURS., SEPT. 19 | 7 P.M.

Alice Waters and Kermit Lynch

Jesmyn Ward

MON., NOV. 18 | 7 P.M.

THURS., DEC. 12 | 7 P.M. All programs take place in the Celeste Bartos Forum.

MON., SEPT. 30 | 7 P.M.

For the full calendar, visit nypl.org/live. Get updates by e-mail! Visit nypl.org/enews.

Join Friends of the Library for as little as $40 a year to get a 40% discount and waived service fee on LIVE from the NYPL tickets: nypl.org/support.

Made possible with generous support from Celeste Bartos, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, and the Margaret and Herman Sokol Public Education Endowment Fund.

Morgan Stanley is proud to partner with The New York Public Library to present the fall 2013 LIVE from the NYPL season.

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Author Talks, Lectures & Classes SPOTLIGHT ON

Author @ the Library: Book Talks

MID-MANHATTAN LIBRARY

From global warming to vintage New York, there’s something for everyone this season. For the full calendar, visit nypl.org/mml/events.

455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street)

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 20 languages, from Chinese and Russian to Korean and Urdu. The library is also home to the Picture Collection, which contains more than 1 million circulating and reference images for artists, students, and researchers.

Open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. four days a week, the library offers art exhibitions, numerous computer classes (see page 23), films, and public programs with writers, artists, and scholars.

Eisenberg’s Sandwich Shop, featured in Discovering Vintage New York, opened in 1929 near the Flatiron Building. See Oct. 3.

New York City The Central Park Five: A Chronicle of a City Wilding Writer-filmmaker Sarah Burns recounts the 1989 wrongful convictions of five teens.

City of Ambition: FDR, La Guardia, and the Making of Modern New York Historian Mason B. Williams profiles the leaders of America’s two largest governments in the depths of the Depression.

TUES., SEPT. 17 | 6:30 P.M.

THURS., NOV. 14 | 6:30 P.M.

Discovering Vintage New York Journalist Mitch Broder explores classic Manhattan stores and restaurants such as Nom Wah Tea Parlor and Eisenberg’s Sandwich Shop (pictured above).

THURS., OCT. 3 | 6:30 P.M.

nypl.org/mml

THERE’S MORE! For exhibitions at the Schwarzman Building and at Mid-Manhattan Library, see page 15.

Picking Up: On the Streets and Behind the Trucks with the Sanitation Workers of New York City Scholar Robin Nagle chronicles New York City’s 400-year struggle with trash.

THURS., OCT. 24 | 6:30 P.M.

The New York Nobody Knows: Walking 6,000 Miles in the City Scholar William B. Helmreich presents highlights from his four-year 6,000-mile walk through all five boroughs.

MON., OCT. 28 | 6:30 P.M.

History and Current Affairs Global Weirdness: Severe Storms, Deadly Heat Waves, Relentless Drought, Rising Seas and the Weather of the Future Authors Michael D. Lemonick and Emily Elert discuss climate change and offer practical solutions to avoid further shifts.

WED., SEPT. 18 | 6:30 P.M.

Bet the Farm: How Food Stopped Being Food Journalist Frederick Kaufman investigates why everyone can’t have healthy, delicious, affordable food.

MON., SEPT. 23 | 6:30 P.M.

Fear Itself: The New Deal and the Origins of Our Time Scholar Ira Katznelson examines the New Deal through an international lens that juxtaposes a struggling democracy with Fascism and Communism.

WED., SEPT. 25 | 6:30 P.M.

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Upcoming Events

Mid-Manhattan Library

Humor and the Arts A Concentration in Cuts: The Paper Cut Art of Thomas Witte Artist Witte demonstrates how he transforms a piece of white paper into a complex and convincing illusion.

MON., SEPT. 16 | 6:30 P.M.

Book Groups at NYPL Many libraries host monthly book discussion groups led by trained facilitators. The groups are open to anyone who loves books. Here are a few to get you started! For the full list, visit nypl.org/bookgroups.

No Joke: Making Jewish Humor Scholar Ruth R. Wisse talks about and applauds the genius of spontaneous Jewish joking by such writers as Sholem Aleichem, Isaac Babel, I.B. Singer, and Philip Roth.

WED., OCT. 16 | 6:30 P.M.

Blood Feud: The Hatfields & The McCoys: The Epic Story of Murder & Revenge Author Lisa Alther presents a new take on America’s most infamous fighting families.

WED., OCT. 2 | 6:30 P.M.

Payback: The Case for Revenge Author and legal scholar Thane Rosenbaum argues that society should discuss the desire for revenge—and how it can be incorporated into the justice system—more openly.

MON., OCT. 7 | 6:30 P.M.

Detroit City Is the Place to Be: The Afterlife of an American Metropolis Author Mark Binelli presents a portrait of a once-great American industrial city that fell into decay decades ago but is now showing signs of new development.

MON., NOV. 4 | 6:30 P.M.

Overweight Sensation: The Life and Comedy of Allan Sherman Author Mark Cohen discusses the songwriter best known for the 1963 hit “Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh.”

THURS., DEC. 12 | 6:30 P.M.

Thornton Wilder Writes for Alfred Hitchcock Writer Max Alvarez discusses Wilder’s original screenplay for Hitchcock's 1943 thriller Shadow of a Doubt.

MON., DEC. 16 | 6:30 P.M.

Story Time for Grown-Ups @ MM Hear captivating stories read aloud by librarian Lois Moore; this fall, she focuses on mysteries and scary tales.

EVERY OTHER MONDAY, SEPT. 9–DEC. 16 | 7 P.M. EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4–DEC.18 | 1 P.M.

BRONX

Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe Van Nest Library MON., NOV. 18 | 12 NOON

MANHATTAN

Orange Is the New Black by Piper Kerman 115th Street Library WED., SEPT. 25 | 5:30 P.M.

The Snowman by Jo Nesbo Andrew Heiskell Talking Book and Braille Library SAT., OCT. 19 | 10 A.M.

SPECIAL EVENT!

INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY SAT., NOV. 16 | 1–5 P.M.

Challenge a friend to a game of checkers, master your moves on Wii, or compete against gamers from other libraries in an interactive video-game tournament.

For more, visit nypl.org/mml/games.

STATEN ISLAND

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie

by Ayana Mathis New Dorp Library FRI., DEC. 13 | 2:30 P.M.

The Paris Wife by Paula McLain South Beach Library WED., NOV. 20 | 11 A.M.

Performing Arts & Film SPOTLIGHT ON

Concerts, Silent Films, and Discussions

LIBRARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

From live music to discussions about the performing arts, here’s just a sampling of what’s on this fall. For more, visit nypl.org/lpa/events.

Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center 40 Lincoln Center Plaza

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.

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts gratefully acknowledges the leadership support of Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman.

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.

nypl.org/lpa

Members of Shubert Alley have performed in Broadway productions of Memphis, Big River, and Grease. See Dec. 9.

Life Upon the Wicked Stage: New Books in the Performing Arts The Doors Unhinged with John Densmore THURS., SEPT. 26 | 6 P.M.

Jane Fonda: The Private Life of a Public Woman with Patricia Bosworth THURS., OCT. 17 | 6 P.M.

Conversations with Anne with Anne Bogart MON., OCT. 21 | 6 P.M.

Madcap May: Mistress of Myth, Men & Hope with Richard Kurin MON., NOV. 4 | 6 P.M.

The New York Opera Forum Hear concert versions of classic operas by Wagner, Saint-Saens, Bizet, and Verdi.

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

SATURDAYS | 1:30 P.M. SEPT. 28, OCT. 19, NOV. 16

Songbook @ LPA Arts and Artists at St. Paul, directed by John Znidarsic, presents new music by Broadway composers and lyricists.

MONDAYS | 6 P.M. SEPT. 30, OCT. 28, NOV. 25, DEC. 16 SAT., DEC. 14 | 2:30 P.M. (SAME PROGRAM AS DEC. 16)

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Concerts The Music of the Kennedy White House The Serendip Piano Trio performs music that the Kennedys loved, including works by Mendelssohn, Gershwin, and Copland.

SAT., NOV. 9 | 2:30 P.M.

Man with the Bag! The Philhallmonics presents innovative stylings of holiday standards.

SAT., DEC. 7 | 1 AND 4 P.M.

Shubert Alley This vocal trio sings eclectic selections, from the Beatles to Bruno Mars.

MON., DEC. 9 | 6 P.M.

Silent Clowns Film Series The Phantom of the Opera (1925) SAT., OCT. 12 | 2:30 P.M.

Tol’Able David (1921) and The Fraidy Cat (1924) THURS., NOV. 7 | 6 P.M.

Three Ages (1923) and Pay Day (1922) THURS., DEC. 12 | 6 P.M.

Live piano accompaniment by Ben Model; series programmed by Ben Model, Bruce Lawton, and Steve Massa.

Upcoming Events

Library for the Performing Arts & More Locations

Performances in the Bronx

More Film Series

Find your groove, from salsa to opera. For more, visit nypl.org/blc/events.

Many neighborhood libraries show new and classic movies on a weekly or monthly basis. Here are a few to get you started! For the full list, visit nypl.org/movies.

Bronx Symphony String Quartet The chamber ensemble plays Dvorak’s American String Quartet, which he composed in 1893 while living in the U.S. SAT., OCT. 19 | 2:30 P.M.

The New York Opera Forum Hear concert versions of classic operas by Bizet, Verdi, and Humperdinck.

SATURDAYS | 2:30 P.M. OCT. 26, NOV. 9, DEC. 14 Juan Ma leads Sonido Costeño, which plays salsa, merengue, and bachata. See Sept. 21.

Music Sonido Costeño Trio This band performs a concert of Latin music fused with other world music.

SAT., SEPT. 21 | 2:30 P.M.

Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series presents The Whistling Wolves Listen to this quartet’s repertoire of hot fiddle tunes, back porch torch songs, sweet waltzes, and jug band blues.

Film Hispanic Film Festival Screenings include The Mambo Kings, From Mambo to Hip-Hop, and La Isla de la Musica.

SAT., SEPT. 28 | 2:30 P.M.

More Music in the Bronx Tremont Library Concert Series THURSDAYS | 4 P.M. SEPT. 19, 26, NOV. 21, DEC. 19 SAT., OCT. 26 | 4 P.M. Carnegie Hall’s Neighborhood Concerts are sponsored by Target®.

BRONX

Argo Kingsbridge Library SAT., OCT. 5 | 1 P.M.

SAT., OCT. 12 | 2:30 P.M.

MANHATTAN

SPECIAL EVENT! THE YIDDISH HEART: AN EVENING OF YIDDISH MUSIC AND DRAMA David Herskovits directs an ensemble that includes Frank London, Zalmen Mlotek, and Eleanor Reissa performing musical and theatrical treasures from NYPL’s collections, including “Mirele Efros” (The Jewish Queen Lear) and archival gems from Boris Thomashefsky and Nahum Stutchkoff.

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Theater Around NYPL Instant Shakespeare Company

This program is generously sponsored by the Dorot Foundation.

MON., DEC. 9 | 6 P.M.

SATURDAYS | 1 P.M.

Where Danger Lives Mid-Manhattan Library

Riverside Library

SUN., SEPT. 8 | 2 P.M.

SEPT. 21, OCT. 19, NOV. 16, DEC. 21

Bloomingdale Library OCT. 5, DEC. 7

Christopher Marlowe’s Tamburlaine the Great

The Perks of Being a Wallflower Tompkins Square Library WED., SEPT. 25 | 4:30 P.M.

STATEN ISLAND

Hudson Park Library

Admission St. George Library Center

SAT., SEPT. 7 | 11:30 A.M.

FRI., SEPT. 6 | 2:30 P.M.

The Triangle Theatre Company: A Celebration of T.S. Eliot

The Great Gatsby Todt Hill–Westerleigh Library

Mid-Manhattan Library

SAT., SEPT. 14 | 1 P.M.

WED., NOV. 6 | 7 P.M.

RSVP: freidus@nypl.org or 212.930.0601

Radio Days Jefferson Market Library

THURS., SEPT. 26 | 6:30 P.M.

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture SPOTLIGHT ON

Discover New Worlds

SCHOMBURG CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN BLACK CULTURE

Explore current affairs, performing arts, and literature at these ongoing series at the Schomburg. For more, visit schomburgcenter.org/events.

Between the Lines

515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street)

Farah Jasmine Griffin and Sharifa Rhodes-Pitts Copresented with the Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers. See page 6.

TUES., SEPT. 24 | 6:30 P.M.

Talks at the Schomburg The New Black Scholar Kenneth W. Mack, editor of The New Black, What Has Changed—And What Has Not—with Race in America, talks about the contemporary state of American race relations with contributors to the book.

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 Center also serves as a venue for lectures, concerts, films, educational programs, and much more.

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.

THURS., SEPT. 19 | 6:30 P.M.

Before 5 Enjoy Wednesday afternoon workshops, performances, and more.

Visitors to the Schomburg Center on the first Friday of the month can start the weekend with music and dancing.

First Fridays

SEPT. 25, OCT. 23, DEC. 4 | 2 P.M.

Visually Speaking

This popular monthly social gathering features live music, signature drinks, and extended exhibition hours until 8 p.m.

The Image as Catalyst for Social Change Photographers Ming Smith, Jules Allen, Leroy Henderson, and Beuford Smith discuss their work and life experiences.

SEPT. 6, OCT. 4, NOV. 1, DEC. 6 | 6 P.M.

TUES., NOV. 12 | 6:30 P.M.

schomburgcenter.org

THERE’S MORE! For exhibitions at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, see page 15.

SPECIAL EVENTS! FALL OPEN HOUSE Take a guided tour, visit the exhibitions, see films, and hear live music.

Presented in partnership with the Harlem Arts Alliance with Harlem Arts.

WED., OCT. 2 | 6 P.M.

CARNEGIE HALL NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERTS: SEAN JONES QUARTET The trumpeter and composer performs with his ensemble.

MON., OCT. 21 | 7 P.M.

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HARRIET TUBMAN: WHEN I CROSSED THAT LINE TO FREEDOM Nkeiru Okoye presents her opera, a work-in-progress about the iconic Underground Railroad conductor.

Presented in collaboration with American Opera Projects.

MON., DEC. 9 | 6:30 P.M.

Carnegie Hall’s Neighborhood Concerts are sponsored by Target®.

Upcoming Events

Mississippi Goddam: 50th Anniversary of Landmark Events of the Civil Rights Movement September 13–15

Schomburg Junior Scholars Program

Films at the Schomburg: 4 Little Girls Director Spike Lee presents his documentary about the September 15, 1963, bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama.

FRI., SEPT. 13 | 6:30 P.M.

Letter from Birmingham Jail: A Read-In The Schomburg’s Junior Scholars and special guests read from Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Letter from Birmingham Jail.

SAT., SEPT. 14 | 1 P.M.

This news photograph depicts a sit-in demonstrator from the 1960s.

Youth Activism and the Civil Rights Movement Education at the Schomburg presents a screening of Mighty Times: The Children’s March.

FRI., SEPT. 13 | 10 A.M.

Films at the Schomburg: Reflections Unheard Filmmaker Nev Nnaji presents her documentary Reflections Unheard: Black Women in Civil Rights; a conversation with Melissa Harris-Perry (Tulane University and MSNBC host) follows.

SAT., SEPT. 14 | 4 P.M.

Songs of Freedom Concert Join our community celebration of and tribute to the Freedom Songs that energized the Civil Rights Movement.

SUN., SEPT. 15 | 3 P.M.

Films at the Schomburg: Eyes on the Prize Stop in for an episode of the Emmy Award– winning documentary series.

FRI., SEPT. 13 | 12 NOON–4 P.M.

SHOP THE SCHOMBURG!

Don’t miss the Schomburg Shop for 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.

TEENS! Explore new ideas and get a jump start on college with the Schomburg’s prestigious black studies program for students 11–18. With a focus on black American history and the global black experience, the seven-month program features college-style lectures and discussions and gives students a chance to use the Schomburg’s research collections.

All sessions meet on Saturdays.

For details and an application form (applications are due by Sept. 30), visit schomburgcenter.org/ juniorscholars.

THERE’S MORE! For information about more Schomburg programs for students and teachers, visit schomburg.org/education or call 212.491.2207.

Made possible through the generous support of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett, Valentino D. Carlotti, The David Rockefeller Fund, and Speaker Christine C. Quinn, Council Member Inez Dickens, the New York City Council.

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Exhibitions: Fall Highlights Mid-Manhattan Library

Annette Cords: Three Installations Sideways THROUGH JAN. 5, 2014

The Corner Room

Tandem Mess OPENS SEPT. 7, 2013

Art Wall on Third

Nested OPENS NOV. 27, 2013

Art in the Windows (on view 24/7)

Stephen A . Schwarzman Building

The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter THROUGH MAR. 23, 2014 D. Samuel and Jeane H. Gottesman Exhibition Hall

Celebrate the richness of children’s literature across cultures and time—from Goodnight Moon to Where the Wild Things Are—in this New York Times critically acclaimed exhibition.

MEET THE CURATOR

Hear from Leonard Marcus at this Children’s Literary Salon SAT., OCT. 12 | 2 P.M.

Liz Sales: The Mind’s Eye OPENS SEPT. 10, 2013 The Picture Collection Art in the Windows (on view 24/7)

MEET THE ARTISTS

Annette Cords

in the Schwarzman Building

Why We Fight: Remembering AIDS Activism OCT. 4, 2013–APR. 6, 2014

Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III Gallery

Play Things NOV. 15, 2013–MAR. 9, 2014

Print and Stokes Galleries

OCT. 1 | 6:30 P.M. AND DEC. 7 | 2:30 P.M.

Liz Sales

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.

OCT. 8 | 6:30 P.M.

Additional support for The ABC of It has been provided by the Bertha and Isaac Liberman Foundation, Inc., in memory of Ruth and Seymour Klein.

For more, visit nypl.org/mml/artists.

Why We Fight is made possible through the generosity of Hermes Mallea and Carey Maloney, with additional support from the LGBT Initiative of The New York Public Library. Time Warner is a founding supporter of the LGBT Initiative.

is the Lead Corporate Sponsor of the Why We Fight exhibition and related programming.

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Play Things has been made possible by the continuing generosity of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach.

FOR MORE, VISIT NYPL.ORG/EXHIBITIONS

Library for the Performing Arts SHELBY CULLOM DAVIS MUSEUM

The Line King’s Library: Al Hirschfeld at The New York Public Library OCT. 15, 2013–JAN. 4, 2014 Donald & Mary Oenslager Gallery

This exhibition presents 150 works by Al Hirschfeld, recognized and honored for his calligraphic portraits of actors, musicians, and dancers.

SEE THE DOCUMENTARY

The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story (directed by Susan Dryfoos) MON., NOV. 18 | 6 P.M. at

the Library for the Performing Arts

Pioneering Poet of Light: Photographer Florence Vandamm & the Vandamm Studio

Michael Peto Photographs: Staged in Britain

SEPT. 18, 2013–FEB. 28, 2014

OCT. 2, 2013–JAN. 4, 2014

Vincent Astor Gallery

Plaza Corridor Gallery

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.

Curatorial service for The Line King provided by the Al Hirschfeld Foundation. Self Portrait painting theatre seats, 1993. © The Al Hirschfeld Foundation. www.AlHirschfeldFoundation.org. All rights reserved.

Michael Peto Photographs is a collaborative project with the University of Dundee, Scotland, National Portrait Gallery, London and The Scottish Parliament.

Schomburg Center for Black Culture and Research

Schomburg Collects WPA Artists 1935–1943 SEPT. 6, 2013–JAN. 4, 2014 Exhibition Hall

This exhibition features the work of black artists who participated in the Works Progress Administration job program during the Depression.

Breaking the Barriers: Honoring the ATA and Black Tennis Pioneers

Claiming Citizenship: African Americans and New Deal Photography SEPT. 6, 2013–JAN. 4, 2014

Latimer/Edison Gallery

A Lighthouse in New York: The Antigua and Barbuda Progressive Society SEPT. 27, 2013–JAN. 4, 2014

Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books

SEPT. 6, 2013–JAN. 4, 2014

American Negro Theater

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Kids & Teens New After-School Programs at the Library This fall, students of all ages can explore new ideas and find the help they need in three educational programs at the Library. Groups meet 2 to 3 days a week after school. For more information, visit nypl.org/afterschool.

Enrichment Zones GRADES 1–8

Get an academic boost with this customized homework-help program. Tutoring sessions and specialized computer software reinforce key concepts and make learning fun.

For more information, call 212.576.0065.

Innovation Labs GRADES 6–9 AND 9–12

Work with your friends on technology projects such as game design and 3D printing to address community issues.

For more information, call 212.340.0916.

BRONX High Bridge Library Mott Haven Library MANHATTAN Inwood Library Seward Park Library STATEN ISLAND Port Richmond Library

Sesame Street Comes to the Library!

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building BRONX Bronx Library Center MANHATTAN Columbus Library STATEN ISLAND St. George Library Center

FRI., OCT. 11 | 1O A.M.

Monkey Monkey Music Stephen A. Schwarzman Building SAT., DEC. 14 | 3 P.M.

The Paper Bag Players: Hiccup Help!

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building MON., DEC. 23 | 11 A.M.

Literacy Leaders GRADES 11–12

Earn school credit while learning to tutor grade-school children in reading. Participants can also apply for a paid tutoring internship at the Library.

MANHATTAN 115th Street Library Hamilton Fish Park Library

For more information, call 212.576.0010.

KidsLIVE takes children and their families on an enriching cultural and educational journey, from musical performances and live theater to talks with authors and illustrators.

For more, visit nypl.org/kidslive.

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

Major support for after-school programming is provided by Arthur W. Koenig; 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; and The Pinkerton Foundation, with additional support from the Estate of Brooke Russell Astor and the Estate of Mary McConnell Bailey.

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“Sesame Workshop”®, “Sesame Street”®, and associated characters, trademarks, and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. © 2013 Sesame Workshop.

All Rights Reserved.

Educational Resources

HANDS-ON LEARNING: SCI LAB @ NYPL From crazy chemistry to the wonders of water, learning is serious fun at these after-school workshop series. For ages 5–12. For more information on these programs and others, visit kids.nypl.org.

FOR TEACHERS

TAP INTO BOOKS AND MORE FROM NYPL! Teachers throughout the city can get books and more delivered directly to their schools, thanks to MyLibraryNYC, an innovative new partnership between public libraries and the Department of Education made possible by Citi.

Teachers from participating schools can access curated book sets that support the NYC school curriculum; both teachers and students enjoy fine-free borrowing.

To see if your school participates, visit mylibrarynyc.org.

Proud Partner of MyLibraryNYC.

BRONX

Castle Hill Library

Ancient Adventures

FRIDAYS, OCT. 4–NOV. 22 | 3:30 P.M.

Make model boats and windsocks while learning about ancient Greece.

Clason's Point Library

Clason’s Point Library

TUESDAYS, OCT. 8–NOV. 19 | 4 P.M.

SELECT MONDAYS, OCT. 7–NOV. 25 | 3:30 P.M.

MANHATTAN

Crazy Chemistry

Get creative and learn how rain falls, a boat floats, and more.

Perform experiments and examine properties of solids, liquids, and gases.

Hunt’s Point Library THURSDAYS, OCT. 3–NOV. 21 | 4 P.M.

Kingsbridge Library SELECT THURSDAYS, OCT. 3–NOV. 21 | 4 P.M.

Mott Haven Library

H2Oh! Battery Park City Library WEDNESDAYS, OCT. 2–NOV. 20 | 4 P.M.

Healthy Lifestyles Find out which foods are the healthiest and have some exercising fun.

Jefferson Market Library TUESDAYS, OCT. 1–NOV. 19 | 4 P.M.

TUESDAYS, OCT. 1–NOV. 26 | 4 P.M.

RoboFun

Peter and Potter

Design, construct, and program your own robots!

Learn how Beatrix Potter, the creator of Peter Rabbit, used science to inform her beautiful illustrations.

Belmont Library

Bloomingdale Library

TUESDAYS, OCT. 1–NOV. 19 | 4 P.M.

SELECT MONDAYS, OCT. 7–NOV. 25 | 3:30 P.M.

Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services.

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

Additional support is provided by Beth and Christopher Kojima; the Estate of Charles J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; The Morris and Alma Schapiro Fund; Good Samaritan, Inc.; Con Edison; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; Sandra Priest Rose; Mr. and Mrs. George T. Votis; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; The Walt Disney Company; U.S. Bancorp Foundation; The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation; and anonymous donors.

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Kids & Teens ONGOING PROGRAMS FOR KIDS

CELEBRATE KIDS BOOKS!

NYPL offers activities and events for kids at neighborhood branches throughout the week. For details, ask at your branch or visit kids.nypl.org.

Dive into the world of children’s literature at the Library’s new exhibition, The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter, on view at the Schwarzman Building through March 23, 2014.

Early Childhood Programs Baby Story Time BIRTH–18 MONTHS

Toddler Story Time 18 MONTHS–3 YEARS

Meet the real Winnie-the-Pooh, travel to the place where the wild things are, and hang out in the great green room from Goodnight Moon! See page 14.

Preschool Story Time 3–5 YEARS

Grades K–6 Arts & Crafts Celebrate fall with fun hands-on projects using a variety of materials.

Reading Aloud Hear librarians read favorite stories.

Games, Chess & Gaming Play board games of all types, plus Wii, PS3, and Xbox.

Plus: Computers & Technology Book Discussions Movies, Music & More!

Accessible Programs NYPL’s Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library hosts programs for kids and teens, including story times, arts and crafts, and more. See page 25.

NYPL Kids Zone!

Look on the back! Don’t miss our fun, new activity just for kids.

CHILDREN’S CENTER AT 42ND STREET A haven for kids and families in the middle of Midtown, the Children’s Center at 42nd Street, in the Schwarzman Building, is NYPL’s premier children’s room. The bright and welcoming space offers a large collection of books and regular programming for children of all ages, including story hours, science workshops, music, films, and crafts.

For more, visit nypl.org/childrenscenter. © Jules Feiffer 2000

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Educational Resources

Calling All Teens!

Neighborhood libraries across NYPL offer an array of programs just for teens every week. For a full calendar, go to nypl.org/teens. Or visit our teen blog, Stuff for the Teen Age, at nypl.org/sta.

TeenLIVE reaches teens culturally, artistically, inspirationally, technologically, and more with the biggest, best, and brightest stars.

Get the fall schedule at nypl.org/teenlive.

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

Teen Advisory Groups Homework Labs Teen Book Lounges Teen Movies Arts and Crafts

Spoken Word and Poetry Computers and Technology Book Discussions Games, Chess, and Gaming and more!

TEEN CENTERS Visit one of NYPL’s special teen hubs to see what’s happening, or check in at your local branch! For a full calendar, visit nypl.org/teens.

BRONX

Bronx Library Center

ARTistic Teens FRIDAYS | 3:30 P.M.

Manga Mondays MONDAYS | 5 P.M.

Monster Drawing WED., OCT. 30 | 3:30 P.M.

MANHATTAN

Grand Central

Checkmate Chess MONDAYS | 4 P.M.

Grand Concourse Library

Open Mic EVERY OTHER TUESDAY | 4 P.M.

STATEN ISLAND

St. George Library Center

Teen Book Discussion Group

TEEN LITERACY SUPPORT Literacy Connection is NYPL’s pre-GED program for young adults ages 16–24 who are out of school or unemployed.

Students take classes, receive help from a case manager, and participate in service learning or job shadowing opportunities.

The full-time program begins September 30 and runs for 12 weeks at multiple locations.

For details, call 718.579.4208.

ONE TUESDAY A MONTH | 4 P.M.

Hamilton Grange

Laptop Lounge

Teen Movie Mondays

THURSDAYS | 4 P.M.

MONDAYS | 2 P.M.

Pearls for Teen Girls EVERY OTHER TUESDAY | 5:30 P.M.

THERE’S MORE! See page 13 to learn about the Schomburg Junior Scholars program.

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Job Search, Financial Planning & Small Business SPOTLIGHT ON

Science, Industry and Business Library

SCIENCE, INDUSTRY AND BUSINESS LIBRARY (SIBL)

Find the career, financial, and business help you need at NYPL. Here’s a sampling of this fall’s many programs. For more, visit nypl.org/sibl/events.

188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street)

NYPL’s Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) is a circulating and research library that features extensive business and finance resources, job search help, and small business support. It houses business, trade, and popular science periodicals, plus premium online business and finance databases.

Visit SIBL’s Job Search Central and Financial Literacy Central for free one-on-one career and financial coaching and counseling.

SIBL’s services for start-ups and established small businesses include mentoring by business executives and the New York StartUP! Business Plan Competition.

Financial literacy programming is made possible by the generous support of

nypl.org/sibl

JOB SEARCH PROGRAMS Resume Renovation Learn how to stand out during your job search by revamping your resume with John Crant.

Powerful First Impressions Develop techniques and strategies to ace your next job interview with Barry Cohen.

MON., SEPT. 23 | 12 NOON ALSO: NOV. 20 | 6 P.M.

ALSO: DEC. 18 | 6 P.M.

Check out John Crant’s other Self-Recruiter® classes on

Public Speaking: From Freak-Out to Fun Explore how to improve your public speaking abilities with Nancy Ancowitz.

OCT. 4, 12, 23, NOV. 4, DEC. 5, 16

Become the Perfect Candidate: Tap into the Hidden Job Market Boost your job-search results with strategies from Rob Hellmann.

WED., SEPT. 25 | 6 P.M.

Effective Interview Strategies

THERE’S MORE! See page 23 to learn about online video courses available at SIBL and other libraries.

Develop strategies for turning job interviews into job offers with Bruce Hurwitz.

SAT., OCT. 5 | 12 NOON

Sell Yourself as Consultant Discuss how to use your expertise to become a consultant and successfully brand your services with Charles Moldenhauer.

THURS., OCT. 17 | 6 P.M.

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WED., NOV. 6 | 6 P.M.

THURS., NOV. 21 | 6 P.M.

Your Two-Minute Pitch: The Keystone of Your Search Get tips for developing a clear and precise two-minute pitch with Celia Currin.

FRI., DEC. 13 | 12 NOON

Speak with the Poise, Passion, and Persuasive Power of a Broadway Actor Enhance your professional image by using your voice and demeanor with Maria Guida.

TUES., DEC. 17 | 6 P.M.

Educational Resources Business Plan Competition

NEW YORK STARTUP! 2014 Win up to $15,000 to start your new business!

Attend an Orientation Session Bronx Library Center SAT., NOV. 2 | 11 A.M.

Science, Industry and Business Library NOV. 7 AND 13, DEC. 4 | 6 P.M.

FINANCIAL PLANNING PROGRAMS @ SIBL Avoiding Common Mistakes on Wills* TUES., SEPT. 17 | 6 P.M.

Securities Fraud: How to Be an Educated Investor TUES., SEPT. 24 | 6 P.M.

New York’s 529 College Savings Program

MORE JOB & FINANCIAL HELP Bronx Library Center BLC’s Career, Education and Information Services offer classes, services, and electronic resources for job seekers and career changers. Get one-on-one coaching, plus resume help and online application support. For more information, visit nypl.org/blc/jobs.

TUES., NOV. 12 | 6 P.M.

Elder Law: How to Protect Your Assets

Job Expo @ BLC

St. George Library Center, Staten Island

TUES., NOV. 19 | 6 P.M.

WED., SEPT. 18 | 11 A.M.–4 P.M.

SAT., NOV. 23 | 1 P.M.

Year-End Tax Tips*

Spruce up your resume, put on a suit, and meet with potential employers.

Open to Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island residents.

TUES., DEC. 10 | 6 P.M. *Presented by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

For more information: nypl.org/bizplan.

Sponsored by Citi

Foundation

Financial Planning Day @ SIBL

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAMS @ SIBL

FRI., OCT. 18 | 11 A.M.–6 P.M.

Straight Talk about Business Ownership and Franchising Uncover the pros and cons of franchising with Alan Goldberg.

Tax and retirement planning, investments, health care, and more

THURS., SEPT. 19 | 6 P.M.

Selling for Entrepreneurs and Service Professionals Get strategies to help grow your business with David Fischer.

THURS., SEPT. 26 | 6 P.M.

Accent Reduction Made Easy Improve your communications skills— and client relationships—with Jayne Latz.

THURS., OCT. 3 | 6 P.M.

Business Planning and Management Tips Learn how to assemble a team of legal and financial experts with Freda Thomas.

THURS., OCT. 24 | 6 P.M.

• Panel discussions with NYPL and other hiring managers • Resume critique with a career counselor • Computer demos for resources such as the Vault Online Career Library

Classes

Counseling

For more, contact Robyn Saunders at robynsaunders@nypl.org or 718.579.4260.

Private 30-minute sessions Database Demonstrations Personal finance resources Financial Fair Information from government agencies Held in conjunction with the Financial Planning Association of New York.

MONEY MATTERS Find more job search and financial planning programs offered at neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

For a full lineup, visit nypl.org/moneymatters.

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Computers & Tech Training NYPL TechConnect

NEW TECH LABS

The New York Public Library’s new TechConnect program offers more than 80 technology classes at libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—all absolutely free!

For extra help, visit one of NYPL’s brand-new TechConnect computer training labs, where a staff specialist is always available to help students of all ages and levels.

BRONX

Parkchester Library 1985 Westchester Avenue Tremont Library 1866 Washington Avenue MANHATTAN

Columbus Library 742 Tenth Avenue Countee Cullen Library 104 West 136th Street STATEN ISLAND

Richmondtown Library 200 Clarke Avenue St. George Library Center 5 Central Avenue

Classes are available for all skill levels and are held throughout the week at most NYPL locations. Learn everything from word processing to photo editing. Start with keyboarding basics and work your way up to creating your own website. Some classes are also taught in Spanish and Chinese. Ask for a schedule at your local library, visit nypl.org/techconnect, or call 917.ASK.NYPL.

Beginner Classics

Software Training

Blogging for Beginners Computer Basics Digital Media Basics E-Mail for Beginners Facebook Basics Internet for Beginners iPad Basics Learn to Type PC vs. Mac Tablet Buying Guide Basics Windows 7 Basics

MS Access MS Excel for Beginners & Advanced MS PowerPoint for Beginners & Advanced MS Word for Beginners

Photo Editing for Beginners

E-Mail & the Internet Advanced E-Mail

Connecting to the Cloud Create Your Own Website

Downloading NYPL E-Books Google Drive/Docs Skype & Video Chatting

PLUS

Job Search & Other Activities

ONLINE HOW-TO VIDEOS TechConnect provides an array of instructional videos related to NYPL’s tech training classes at

Finding a Job Online Get Your Resume Right Learn a Language with Mango LinkedIn for Job Seekers Online Banking Saving and Recovering Data Shopping Online

One-on-One Open Lab Help

youtube.com/NYPLTechConnect.

Major Support for the Library’s adult literacy, English language programs, and technology training is provided by the Mayor’s Office of Adult Education as part of the New York City Adult Literacy Initiative; Arthur W. Koenig; The Pasculano Foundation; 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 Department of Youth and Community Development; Mr. and Mrs. Arnold M. Goldstein; New York City Center for Economic Opportunity; 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; Richard Roth Foundation; New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Library Services grant program; The Staten Island Foundation; Murray G. and Beatrice H. Sherman Charitable Trust; and an anonymous donor.

TechConnect is funded in part by Bank of America.

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Educational Resources

OTHER COMPUTER HUBS Visit one of these large libraries to find extended hours and numerous publicaccess computers and computer classes.

FREE PUBLIC COMPUTER ACCESS NYPL has thousands of public access computers across its 91 locations. Desktop computers provide connections to the Internet, word-processing software, and printing for patrons with a library card. Reservations are not required, but can be made up to a day in advance at pcreserve.nypl.org.

Branches also offer laptops for use at the library on a first come, first served basis.

Free Wi-Fi access is available at all locations during library hours.

FREE ONLINE CLASSES AT THE LIBRARY Learn new skills and make yourself more marketable with the more than 1,500 online video courses available free through lynda.com.

Topics range from new computer programs to project management.

Available at: the Science, Industry and Business Library, Mid-Manhattan Library, and Countee Cullen Library in Manhattan; Bronx Library Center, Parkchester Library, and Tremont Library in the Bronx; and St. George Library Center in Staten Island.

For more, call 917.ASK.NYPL.

Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road OPEN 9 A.M.–9 P.M. MON.–SAT.; 12 NOON–6 P.M. SUN.

More than 30 computer classes a month, including classes in Spanish Mid-Manhattan Library 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street) OPEN 8 A.M.–11 P.M. MON.–THURS.; 8 A.M.–8 P.M. FRI.; 10 A.M.–6 P.M. SAT. & SUN.

More than 50 computer and technology classes a month Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street OPEN 10 A.M.–8 P.M. TUES. & WED.; 10 A.M.–6 P.M. MON. & THURS.–SAT.; 1–5 P.M. SUN.

Dedicated Wi-Fi reading room Science, Industry and Business Library 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street) OPEN 10 A.M.–8 P.M. TUES.–THURS.; 11 A.M.–6 P.M. MON., FRI. & SAT.

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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.

Classes are held at the Library’s eight Adult Learning Centers (listed below) and run on the same 10-week schedule as the ESOL classes.

Note: To begin, students must attend an information session.

For more, call 917.ASK.NYPL or visit nypl.org/english.

English Classes NYPL offers free English classes for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at nearly 30 locations, including all Adult Learning Centers. Classes are offered year-round and run 10 weeks. The fall session starts in September.

To begin, students must attend an information session and schedule an assessment.

The next session begins in February 2014 (with information sessions in January).

Space is limited. For a full list of class locations, ask your local librarian, call 917. ASK.NYPL, or visit nypl.org/english.

FALL 2013 INFORMATION SESSIONS BRONX

Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road MON., SEPT. 9 OR TUES.,

MANHATTAN

Harlem Library 9 West 124th Street THURS., SEPT. 12 | 12 NOON OR 6 P.M.

SEPT. 17 | 12 NOON OR 6 P.M.

STATEN ISLAND

Tompkins Square Library 331 East 10th Street

St. George Library Center

THURS., SEPT. 19 | 12:30 OR 5:30 P.M.

ADULT LEARNING CENTERS These branches feature special centers dedicated to ESOL and adult literacy classes. For more ESOL locations, visit nypl.org/english.

BRONX

Bronx Library Center Wakefield Library MANHATTAN

Aguilar Library Harlem Library Seward Park Library St. Agnes Library Tompkins Square Library STATEN ISLAND

St. George Library Center

5 Central Avenue TUES., SEPT. 17 | 12 NOON OR 6 P.M.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUPS For more, visit nypl.org/englishconversation.

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BRONX

Mosholu Library

MANHATTAN

67th Street Library Columbus Library Science, Industry and Business Library Webster Library

THERE’S MORE! See page 19 to find out about Literacy Connection, NYPL’s literacy support program for young adults.

Midlife & Beyond

Educational Resources

Opportunities for the 50+ Community From lectures and art workshops to Wii bowling and other exercise programs, NYPL offers an array of activities geared specifically to older adults.

Ask a librarian for information about programs at your branch or visit nypl.org/50plus. Here are a few of this season’s highlights.

FIND THE HELP YOU NEED NYPL strives to meet the needs of all readers, including users who can’t visit in person or have vision or hearing loss.

LARGE-PRINT BOOKS Most libraries carry large-print books. Ask a librarian for more information.

BOOKS BY MAIL Elderly and homebound patrons can get books and other materials delivered to their homes. See nypl.org/ booksbymail for details.

Next Chapter: A 50+ Resource Fair St. George Library Center Meet representatives from Staten Island organizations and learn about free and lowcost recreational, educational, volunteer, and other opportunities.

SAT., SEPT. 21 | 12 NOON–4 P.M.

Unassisted Living: Ageless Homes for Later Life Mid-Manhattan Library Author Jeff Rosenfeld talks about the new types of homes and communities that celebrate independence, creativity, and social connection in later life.

MON., OCT. 21 | 6:30 P.M.

How to Optimize Brain Health and Performance at Any Age Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Author Alvaro Fernandez discusses how to “use it or lose it,” offering a new approach to improving brain health and performance at any age.

TUES., SEPT. 24 | 10:15 A.M.

CREATIVE AGING @ NYPL Try one of the Library's writing or visual or performing arts classes geared specifically to midlife and older adults.

Purpose and Fulfillment in Mid- and Later Life: Can It Be Found Online?

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Learn about ways to travel and share interests, romance, lifelong learning, and work with help from the Internet.

WED., NOV. 6 | 5:30 P.M.

Highlights include: • Painting and Collage • Ageless Improv • Exploring Your Life: Memoir Writing

For class schedules and locations, check nypl.org/nextchapter or ask at your local library.

BRAILLE AND TALKING BOOK LIBRARY The only library of its kind in the city, this branch features free talking books and machines for qualified patrons, braille books and magazines, and accessible programs for all ages.

Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library 40 West 20th Street nypl.org/talkingbooks Free Prgrams and Exhibitions 25 Free Programs and Exhibitions 25

Using the Library The New York Public Library is made up of 87 neighborhood branches and four research libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

Here are some basics to get you started!

Get a Library Card

Computer Access

Download E-Books

Free library cards are available to anyone who lives, works, attends school, or pays property taxes in New York State. Your card provides access to the Library’s collections, computers and printers, databases, and downloadable e-books, movies, music, and more at nypl.org.

Desktop computers offer Internet access and printing for patrons with a valid library card. Computers are located at every branch throughout the NYPL system. Sessions usually last for 45 minutes each.

NYPL offers more than 880,000 free e-books. To download e-books and other materials, visit nypl.org/ebooks.

Get an application at any location or begin the process online. Children under 11 must apply in person and have a parent or legal guardian sign the application.

For more, visit nypl.org/librarycard.

Research Researchers who want to use collections at the Schwarzman Building, the Library for the Performing Arts, the Schomburg Center, and SIBL should visit nypl.org/researchcollections.

For general research questions or to make an appointment with a research specialist, call 917.ASK.NYPL.

Reservations are not required, but can be made up to one day in advance at pcreserve.nypl.org.

For downloading help or to find a class on using handheld devices, visit nypl.org/ebookcentral.

For more, check out nypl.org/ ereadingroom.

All locations offer free Wi-Fi and most branches also lend laptops to patrons for use in the library for designated periods of time.

Digital Collections & Prints Discover and explore more than 700,000 items from NYPL’s vast and highly visual collections—including photographs, manuscripts, maps, sheet music, video, and more—at digitalcollections.nypl.org. To buy prints of selected images from NYPL’s archives, visit nytstore.com/NYPL.

ASK NYPL

You @ NYPL How do you use the Library? Snap a photo and share your story at one of our new photo booths at the Schwarzman Building and Mid-Manhattan Library.

@NYPL READING 26 Free Programs and Exhibitions

See all the photos! nypl.org/connect

Ask NYPL, the Library’s virtual reference service, answers questions by phone, text, chat, and e-mail. Call 917.ASK.NYPL or text 66746. To ask a question via chat or e-mail, visit nypl.org/asknypl.

For more, visit nypl.org/help.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS All locations will be closed on August 31–September 2, October 14, November 11, November 28, and December 25.

Directory of Locations For hours and directions, visit nypl.org/locations.

BRONX

MANHATTAN

Allerton 2740 Barnes Avenue 718-881-4240

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

Baychester 2049 Asch Loop North 718-379-6700

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

Belmont 610 East 186th Street 718-933-6410

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

Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road 718-579-4244

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

Castle Hill 947 Castle Hill Avenue 718-824-3838

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

City Island 320 City Island Avenue 718-885-1703

Aguilar 174 East 110th Street 212-534-2930 +

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

Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library 40 West 20th Street 212-206-5400

Eastchester 1385 East Gun Hill Road 718-653-3292

Battery Park City 175 North End Avenue 212-790-3499 +

Edenwald 1255 East 233rd Street 718-798-3355

Bloomingdale 150 West 100th Street 212-222-8030 +

Francis Martin 2150 University Avenue 718-295-5287 Grand Concourse 155 East 173rd Street 718-583-6611

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

Children’s Center at 42nd Street Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street 212-621-0208

Hunt’s Point 877 Southern Blvd. 718-617-0338 +

Columbus 742 Tenth Avenue 212-586-5098

Jerome Park 118 Eames Place 718-549-5200 +

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

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

Epiphany 228 East 23rd Street 212-679-2645

Melrose 910 Morris Avenue 718-588-0110

(Under renovation: scheduled to reopen late fall)

Share your love of the Library and make a donation today! NYPL relies on both private and public support. Your contribution will help NYPL continue to provide free programs, computers, and books to patrons of all ages.

Become a Friend of the Library for as little as $25. You’ll enjoy special benefits such as exhibition previews and discounts at The Library Shop and on tickets to LIVE from the NYPL. To join, visit nypl.org/support or call 212.930.0653.

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

Morrisania 610 East 169th Street 718-589-9268

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

Mosholu 285 East 205th Street 718-882-8239 Mott Haven 321 East 140th Street 718-665-4878 +

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

Parkchester 1985 Westchester Avenue 718-829-7830 +

Hamilton Grange 503 West 145th Street 212-926-2147 Harlem 9 West 124th Street 212-348-5620

Pelham Bay 3060 Middletown Road 718-792-6744

Hudson Park 66 Leroy Street 212-243-6876

Riverdale 5540 Mosholu Avenue 718-549-1212 +

Inwood 4790 Broadway 212-942-2445

Sedgwick 1701 University Avenue 718-731-2074

Jefferson Market 425 Avenue of the Americas 212-243-4334

Soundview 660 Soundview Avenue 718-589-0880 Spuyten Duyvil 650 West 235th Street 718-796-1202

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Throg’s Neck 3025 Cross Bronx Expy Ext 718-792-2612 Tremont 1866 Washington Avenue 718-299-5177 +

Macomb’s Bridge 2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard 212-281-4900 Mid-Manhattan Library 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street) 212-340-0863

Van Nest 2147 Barnes Avenue 718-829-5864

Morningside Heights 2900 Broadway 212-864-2530

Wakefield 4100 Lowerre Place 718-652-4663

Muhlenberg 209 West 23rd Street 212-924-1585

West Farms 2085 Honeywell Avenue 718-367-5376

Mulberry Street 10 Jersey Street 212-966-3424 +

Westchester Square 2521 Glebe Avenue 718-863-0436

New Amsterdam 9 Murray Street 212-732-8186

Woodlawn Heights 4355 Katonah Avenue 718-519-9627

NYPL for the Performing Arts 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (at 65th Street) 917-275-6975

Woodstock 761 East 160th Street 718-665-6255

Dongan Hills 1617 Richmond Road 718-351-1444 Great Kills 56 Giffords Lane 718-984-6670 + Huguenot Park 830 Huguenot Avenue 718-984-4636 New Dorp 309 New Dorp Lane 718-351-2977

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Kips Bay 446 Third Avenue 212-683-2520

Van Cortlandt 3874 Sedgwick Avenue 718-543-5150

STATEN ISLAND

CONNECT WITH NYPL

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

Morris Park 985 Morris Park Avenue 718-931-0636

SUPPORT THE LIBRARY

Chatham Square 33 East Broadway 212-964-6598

Port Richmond 75 Bennett Street 718-442-0158 Richmondtown 200 Clarke Avenue 718-668-0413 South Beach 21–25 Robin Road 718-816-5834 +

Ottendorfer 135 Second Avenue 212-674-0947 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 212-275-6975

St. George Library Center 5 Central Avenue 718-442-8560

Terence Cardinal Cooke–Cathedral 560 Lexington Avenue

PHOTO CREDITS

Stapleton 132 Canal Street 718-727-0427

212-752-3824

COVER: Clockwise from top left: Beowulf Sheehan; Jonathan Blanc; Timothy Greenfield-Sanders; Beowulf Sheehan.

Todt Hill–Westerleigh 2550 Victory Boulevard 718-494-1642

Tompkins Square 331 East 10th Street 212-228-4747

Tottenville 7430 Amboy Road 718-984-0945

Washington Heights 1000 St. Nicholas Avenue 212-923-6054

West New Brighton 976 Castleton Avenue 718-442-1416

Webster 1465 York Avenue 212-288-5049

INSIDE: Cynthia Bittenfield: p. 11; Jonathan Blanc: pp. 3 (Stapleton Library), 5 (top and third in column), 6 (mug), 8 (far left), 14, 16 (top), 17, 18 (mother and child; boy), 19, 20 (Job Search), 21, 22, 23 (man with laptop; men at computers), 25, 26, 27; ©Steven Brooke Studios: p. 6 (far left, top); Jessica Chornesky: p. 16; Bob Gore: p. 12 (portrait); Timothy Greenfield-Sanders: p. 7 (Morrison); Hayes Photo Service: p. 13 (news photo); Jane Hoffer: p. 18 (Children’s Center); Rick Lew: p. 20 (Financial Literacy Central); Jean Malek: p. 7 (Atwood); Dani Piderman: p. 12 (Schomburg Center); Beowulf Sheehan: pp. 5, 16 (bottom), 17 (sidebar), 23, 24; Jonathan Sprague: p. 7 (Lanier); “Demonstrations” collection, 1966: p. 5 (second from top).

Yorkville 222 East 79th Street 212-744-5824

All library locations are handicap accessible unless otherwise noted.

Partially accessible Non-accessible Closed for renovation/repair + Return library materials from any branch to an outdoor book drop 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

NYPL Kids Zone!

KIDS.NYPL.ORG

There’s more to discover at the Library than you ever imagined.

Have fun with these activities and then come to the Library to find even more surprises!

Spot It!

How many objects can you find hidden in the picture?

See pages 16–19 for CD programs for KIDS Book and TEENS! Pencil Notebook Calculator Computer mouse Pen Apple Letters N-Y-P-L Exclamation point!

Did you know?

© Jules Feiffer 2000

The lions that guard the big library at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street are named Patience and Fortitude.

Patience is knowing how to stay calm and focused, even when your little sister is driving you crazy.

Fortitude describes the courage and strength you need to complete even the hardest homework assignment.

Word Scramble!

How many words can you spell using the letters in

P-A-T-I-E-N-C-E ?

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