NYPL Now! Winter 2014

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FREE CLASSES, PROGRAMS, EXHIBITIONS Adults • Kids • Teens winter 2014

Hear Top Authors p. 7

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What to Read Next?

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Welcome to

The New York Public Library!

From the President The beginning of a new year is always an exciting time. At NYPL, we’re celebrating the brand-new Mariners Harbor Library on Staten Island, the borough’s 13th branch and NYPL’s 92nd location (right).

We’re also looking forward to two vibrant exhibitions that will bring the exuberance of 1960s music to the Library. Beginning in February, the Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will unveil Ladies and Gentlemen…The Beatles. And at the Schomburg Center in Harlem, visitors can explore Motown: The Truth Is a Hit (p. 15).

The brand-new Mariners Harbor Library, on the north shore of Staten Island, opened in December.

Winter 2014

Contents 4 From Our Shelves: What’s Hot & Staff Book Picks 5 Don’t-Miss List: What’s on This Winter

Other highlights this season include the launch of the Library’s newest educational program for teens, NYPL BridgeUp (p. 16), and upgraded desktop and laptop computers at all of our libraries (p. 23).

UPCOMING EVENTS 6 Author Talks, Lectures & More 10 Performing Arts & Film 12 Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture 14 Exhibitions: Winter & Spring Highlights

These are just some of the exciting programs and resources available this season. We hope to see you soon!

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

Tony Marx President, The New York Public Library

GET STARTED! 26 Using the Library 27 Directory of Locations 28 NYPL Kids Zone!

coming soon!

NYPL Books at Noon, a new series featuring interviews with authors, debuts March 5 at the Schwarzman Building. See page 7. nypl.org/nyplatnoon

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

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

Subscribe to NYPL Now! nypl.org/now support the library! nypl.org/support

NYPL Now! is published three times a year by the Department of Communications & Marketing. © The New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations, 2013 Free Programs and Exhibitions 3

From Our Shelves: What’s Hot Top Adult Books And the Mountains Echoed, Khaled Hosseini

Inferno, Dan Brown Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn Revenge Wears Prada, Lauren Weisberger Gone, James Patterson

Top E-Books

Staff book Picks If you enjoyed Khaled Hosseini’s And the Mountains Echoed, try these other well-crafted family sagas: The End of the Point: A Novel, Elizabeth Graver The House of Tides: A Novel, Hannah Richell The Purchase, Linda Spalding The Son, Philipp Meyer

Allegiant, Veronica Roth The Book Thief, Markus Zusak Sycamore Row, John Grisham The Circle, Dave Eggers Divergent, Veronica Roth Recent fiction and nonfiction:

Top Children’s Books Subway, Anastasia Suen June B., First Grader series, Barbara Park Minnie and Moo and the Haunted Sweater, Denys Cazet Cork and Fuzz series, Dori Chaconas

The Abundance: A Novel, Amit Majmudar Between Friends, Amos Oz Latino Americans: The 500-Year Legacy that Shaped a Nation, Ray Suarez The Red and the White: A Family Saga of the American West, Andrew R. Graybill

Top Teen Books Naruto series, Masashi Kishimoto Bleach series, Tite Kubo Catching Fire, Suzanne Collins Fairy Tail series, Hiro Mashima Allegiant, Veronica Roth

Don’t miss the new Readers & Writers Shop at the Schwarzman Building on 42nd Street!

Every purchase supports the Library.

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Don’t-Miss List: What’s on This Winter

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SEE Ladies and Gentlemen…the Beatles! at the Library for Performing Arts to mark the 50th anniversary of the Fab Four’s first North American tour p. 15

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VISIT the brand-new Mariners Harbor Library on Staten Island, the borough’s 13th branch p. 3

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HEAR James McBride and his Good Lord Bird Band, plus more top writers and thinkers, this season at LIVE from the NYPL p. 7

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LISTEN to the sounds of Motown as part of the Schomburg Center’s new Motown: The Truth Is a Hit exhibition p. 15

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BOOST academic and literacy skills at one of NYPL’s FREE after-school programs for kids and teens p. 16

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EXPLORE the bold graphics and documents in Why We Fight: Remembering AIDS Activism at the Schwarzman Building p. 14

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ATTEND Financial Empowerment Day at the Science, Industry and Business Library to get your personal finances in order p. 21

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DISCOVER the Library’s great resources for researching New York City history at the first-ever NYC History Day p. 7

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TAKE a TechConnect computer class and get one-on-one help at dozens of libraries p. 22

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SHOP at the new Readers & Writers Shop at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, which features an expanded selection of books and more p. 4

browse our full calendar: nypl.org/events get Nypl now! e-mail updates: NYPL.ORG/now 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, authors, and critics such as Calvin Tompkins (Jan. 29) and Eric Fischl (Mar. 12).

Work on a DIY project with a guest crafter, and look at books from NYPL’s collections.

JAN. 15, 29, FEB. 26, MAR. 5, 12, APR. 9 | 6 P.M.

Register by e-mail: handmade@nypl.org

Children’s Literary Salon

Knickerbocker Book Circle

Explore children’s literature past and present; topics include the challenges of censorship and children’s literary podcasting.

Discuss Island of Vice by Richard Zacks.

JAN. 4, FEB. 1, MAR. 1, APR. 19 | 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, 15 public service and special collections units, and free museumquality exhibitions. The “People’s Palace” also provides space for scholars and writers, hosts an array of public programs, and is home to the Children’s Center at 42nd Street (see page 18).

Discuss Great Books in a Great Space

JAN. 25 | 4 P.M.

Register online: nypl.org/calendar

Literary Lives Discover these writers’ novels and plays.

George Bernard Shaw

Join librarian-led discussions of classic British and American fiction.

JAN. 17 | 2:15 P.M.

JAN. 16, FEB. 20, MAR. 20, APR. 17 | 2 P.M.

Jane Austen

Register online: nypl.org/calendar

FEB. 21 | 2:15 p.m.

Edith Wharton MAR. 14 | 2:15 P.M.

Shakespeare

Visit Astor Hall, just inside the Fifth Avenue entrance, for a guide to the Schwarzman Building. Free tours are available every day (check at the Information Desk). Nearby, ’wichcraft café offers sandwiches, coffee and tea, cold drinks, and signature cream’wich cookies. And don’t forget to stop at the recently expanded Readers & Writers Shop, which stocks a range of books, book-related gifts and accessories, and more (see page 4).

APR. 25 | 2:15 P.M.

Lunchtime Lectures from NYPL’s Research Rooms Hear lectures by researchers who use the Library’s study centers; in honor of Shakespeare’s birthday (April 23), seven programs during the month explore aspects of the Bard’s plays and poetry.

nypl.org/schwarzman

MAR. 15, APR. 19 | 2 P.M.

APR. 3, 10, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 | 1:15 P.M. Hear a scholar’s reflections on Romeo and Juliet on April 17.

CONVERSATIONS FROM THE CULLMAN CENTER

Greg Grandin and Philip Gourevitch

Former fellows of the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers discuss their work with other writers.

Carla Kaplan and Hilton Als

For more information and reservations: nypl.org/conversations

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.

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Rivka Galchen and Karen Russell

Tues., Jan. 21 | 7 p.m.

date and time to be announced

South Court Auditorium

Check nypl.org/conversations for date and location.

Mon., Feb. 3 | 7 p.m.

Berger Forum

Additional programs will be announced; for a full schedule of Conversations from the Cullman Center, visit nypl.org/conversations.

Upcoming Events

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

special literary EVENTS

NEW! NYPL Books at Noon This brand-new series presents weekly midday interviews with such authors as Joyce Carol Oates and Eve Ensler.

WEDNESDAYS, MAR. 5–may 7 | 12 noon

For more information, visit nypl.org/booksatnoon.

World Book Night On the eve of World Book Night US, Garrison Keillor, Malcolm Gladwell, and Esmeralda Santiago talk about their love of books and libraries at NYPL. Held annually on April 23, the event celebrates books and reading with free book distribution across the U.S. In addition, 20 NYPL branches will offer free poetry-writing workshops.

Reading in the South Court TUES., APR. 22 | 6 p.m.

From the Collections: Lectures & Workshops For more, visit nypl.org/schwarzman/events.

NYC History Day SAT., APR. 5 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

For a full schedule of programs devoted to NYPL’s resources about New York City, visit nypl.org/nychistoryday.

Citizen Cartography @ NYPL Workshops Building a Virtual Atlas of New York TUES., JAN. 7 | 6 P.M.

New York City insurance maps have street and building details.

ALSO: FEB. 4, MAR. 4, APR. 1 | 6 P.M.

Discovering Local Histories

Uncovering Your Family History: Researching Immigration Records

TUES., JAN. 14 | 6 p.m.

THURS., Mar. 20 | 3:15 p.m.

Also: FEB. 11, MAR. 11, APR. 8 | 6 P.M.

Exploring New York’s Past and Present

Uncovering your Family History: Using Handbooks in Genealogy

TUES., JAN. 21 | 6 P.M.

THURS., Apr. 17 | 3:15 p.m.

ALSO: FEB. 18, MAR. 18, APR. 15 | 6 P.M.

Genealogy

Poetry-Writing Workshops WED., APR. 23 | various locations and times

Check nypl.org/worldbooknight for details.

Researching the History of Your New York City Home

More Classes Researching with E-Resources: Periodicals and Newspapers Thurs., JAN. 9 | 2 p.m.

ALSO: Feb. 13, Mar. 13, Apr. 10 | 2 p.m.

WED., FEB. 5 | 6 P.M. ALSO: Apr. 26 | 2 P.M.

Uncovering Your Family History: Researching Vital Records and the Census

Old Books, Rare Books: Learning About the Value of Your Books WED., JAN. 15 | 3 P.M. ALSO: FEB. 19, MAR. 26, APR. 23 | 3 P.M.

THURS., MAR. 6 | 3:15 P.M.

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).

James McBride

Paul Auster

Rebecca Mead

Rebecca Mead

James McBride and the Good Lord Bird Band

Auster on Poe: A Conversation with Paul Auster and Isaac Gewirtz

Fri., Jan. 24 7 p.m.

Thurs., Jan. 16 | 7 p.m.

This event takes place at the Morgan Library.

OPENING NIGHT!

Wed., Jan. 29 | 7 p.m.

Unless otherwise noted, all programs take place in the Celeste Bartos Forum.

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 general admission tickets: nypl.org/join.

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 SPOTLIGHT ON

Author @ the Library: Book Talks

mid-Manhattan LIBRARY

From health care reform to New York landmarks, 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 more than 50 languages. The library is also home to the Picture Collection, which contains more than 1 million circulating and reference images for artists, students, and researchers.

Lucienne Bloch painted the mural The Evolution of Music at George Washington High School in 1938. See Apr. 7.

New York City Virtual Tour of Jewish Harlem Tour guide Marty Schneit looks at the history of Harlem before the Renaissance, when the area was home to such residents as Richard Rogers, Harry Houdini, and Milton Berle.

Wed., Jan. 15 | 6:30 p.m.

Open every day for more hours than any other NYPL location (88 hours a week, with extended 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. hours Monday through Thursday), the library also presents art exhibitions, numerous computer classes (see page 23), films, and public programs with writers, artists, and scholars. nypl.org/mml

There’s more!

For exhibitions at the Schwarzman Building and at Mid-Manhattan Library, see page 14.

New York City: A Food Biography Author Andrew F. Smith showcases the Big Apple’s culinary innovations, diversity, and influence over the past 400 years.

Thurs., FEB. 20 | 6:30 p.m.

The Routes Not Taken: A Trip Through New York City’s Unbuilt Subway System Writer Joseph B. Raskin delves into the underbelly of the NYC subway system to reveal the tunnels and stations that might have been.

TuEs., MAR. 11 | 6:30 p.m.

The Nature of Urban Design: A New York Perspective on Resilience Designer Alexandros Washburn offers a road map for how to redefine the urban design process so that it allows citizens to play a greater role in shaping their cities.

TUES., APR. 1 | 6:30 p.m.

Murals of New York City Artist Glenn Palmer-Smith and photographer Joshua McHugh offer an overview of New York’s best public paintings.

MON., APR. 7 | 6:30 p.m.

Inside the Dream Palace: The Life and Times of New York’s Legendary Chelsea Hotel Author Sherill Tippins charts the history of the Chelsea Hotel and generations of artists who have lived and created there, including Bob Dylan, Dylan Thomas, Thomas Wolfe, Arthur Miller, Janis Joplin, and Sid Vicious.

THURS., APR. 10 | 6:30 p.m.

History and Current Affairs Present Shock: When Everything Happens Now Media theorist Douglas Rushkoff explores today’s always-on society and how this new temporal landscape influences media, culture, economics, and politics.

Wed., JAN. 8 | 6:30 p.m.

Just Babies: The Origins of Good and Evil Scholar Paul Bloom discusses his research on babies’ and toddlers’ ability to judge goodness and to feel guilt and shame.

THURS., JAN. 30 | 6:30 p.m.

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Upcoming Events

Mid-Manhattan Library

Empty Mansions: The Mysterious Life of Huguette Clark and the Spending of a Great American Fortune Journalist Bill Dedman reveals the story of eccentric heiress Huguette Clark, who owned multiple houses but lived in a Manhattan hospital for more than a decade.

TUES., APR. 22 | 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.

Humor and the Arts Looking at Ansel Adams: The Photographs and the Man Author and former Adams collaborator Andrea G. Stillman presents an overview of the famed photographer’s life and work.

TUES., JAN. 7 | 6:30 p.m.

The Modern Art Cookbook Scholar Mary Ann Caws looks at how artists and writers have eaten, cooked, and depicted food in the visual arts and literature.

MON., JAN. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

The American Way of Eating Journalist Tracie M. McMillan reports on her experiences working undercover at Walmart, Applebee’s, and on farms in California in order to investigate the nation’s food system.

How Architecture Works: A Humanist’s Toolkit Architect and author Witold Rybczynski discusses how good—and not-so-good— buildings are designed and constructed.

Mon., FEB. 10 | 6:30 p.m.

THURS., MAR. 6 | 6:30 p.m.

Scarcity: Why Having Too Little Means So Much Scholar Eldar Shafir examines how scarcity— and our flawed responses to it—shapes our lives, our society, and our culture.

Comedy in Society: Satire, Censorship & Swearing Author David Misch explores the relationship between comedy and morality throughout history, from the satirists of ancient Rome to The Daily Show.

THURS., FEB. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

WED., APR. 23 | 6:30 p.m.

Catastrophic Care: How American Healthcare Killed My Father and How to Fix It Author David Goldhill argues that health care reform, including the Affordable Care Act, won’t make care cheaper and improve health.

TUES., MAR. 4 | 6:30 p.m.

Candy: A Century of Panic and Pleasure Author Samira Kawash chronicles the cultural history of candy, how candy became food, and how food became more like candy.

TUES., MAR. 18 | 6:30 p.m.

BRONX

The Mango Bride by Marivi Soliven West Farms Library SAT., FEB. 1 | 11:30 a.M.

American Creation by Joseph Ellis Riverdale Library WED., APR. 16 | 1 P.m.

MANHATTAN

Story Time for Grown-Ups @ MM

The Round House by Louise Erdrich Battery Park City Library TUES., JAN. 21 | 6 P.m.

Hear captivating stories read aloud by librarian Lois Moore; in February, she focuses on stories for Black History Month.

The Dinner by Herman Koch Countee Cullen Library

EVERY OTHER Monday, Jan. 13­­– Apr. 21 | 7 p.m.

The Expats by Chris Pavone St. George Library Center

EVERY OTHER Wednesday,

SAT., APR. 26 | 10:30 A.m.

Jan. 8­­– apr. 16 | 1 p.m.

WED., FEB. 19 | 6 P.m.

STATEN ISLAND

Read in Spanish!

The Bronx Library Center and New Dorp Library also have Spanish book groups.

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 season. 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.

TICKET POLICY Tickets for programs in the Bruno Walter Auditorium (except for Dixieland Jazz) are distributed at the Amsterdam Avenue entrance an hour before each event. Limit one ticket per person; no advance reservations or reserved seats.

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

In a solo recital, pianist Sofia Melikyan performs pieces in the fantasy genre. See Jan. 25.

Concerts Fantasies Pianist Sofia Melikyan explores the world of dreams and the subconsciousness in music.

SAT., JAN. 25 | 2:30 P.M.

Vienna and Paris Pianist Raj Bhimani performs works by Beethoven, Franck, Ravel, and Roussel.

SAT., FEB. 1 | 2:30 P.M.

Con Brio Ensemble The ensemble plays pieces by Schumann, Brahms, and Schubert. sat., FEB. 15 | 2:30 P.M.

Homage: A Program of Music Inspired by Music Pianist Paul Barnes presents old and new works inspired by other pieces of music, including the premiere of a piece by New York composer Victoria Bond.

There’s more!

SAT., APR. 5 | 2:30 P.M.

For exhibitions at the Library for the Performing Arts, see page 15.

Dance History

The Real Toscanini: Musicians Reveal the Maestro with Cesare Civetta THURS., JAN. 9 | 6 P.M.

Lucille Ball FAQ with James Sheridan and Barry Monush MON., MAR. 3 | 6 P.M.

The New York Opera Forum Hear concert versions of classic operas by Mozart, Puccini, Wagner, and Verdi.

SAT., MAR. 22 | 12:30 P.M. SAT., JAN. 18, FEB. 22, APR. 19 | 1:30 P.M.

Silent Clowns Film Series Celebrate Chaplin’s 125th Birthday!

Chaplin at Keystone (1914) SAT., MAR. 1 | 2:30 P.M.

Chaplin at Essanay (1915) War on the Homefront Author Suzanne Carbonneau discusses and screens excerpts of dances by Paul Taylor that explore the nature of war.

THURS., JAN. 16 | 6 P.M.

Dixieland Jazz The Gotham Jazzmen offer weekly concerts.

TueSdays, JAN. 7–APR. 29 | 12 noon 10 Free Programs and Exhibitions

Life Upon the Wicked Stage: New Books in the Performing Arts

SAT., MAR. 8 | 2:30 P.M.

Chaplin at Mutual (1916–17) SAT., APR. 12 | 2:30 P.M.

Songbook @ LPA Arts and Artists at St. Paul, directed by John Znidarsic, presents new music by Broadway composers and lyricists. mon., JAN. 27, FEB. 24, mar. 31, APR. 21 1:30 P.M.

Upcoming Events

Library for the Performing Arts & More Locations

Performances at the Bronx Library Center

More Film Series

Find your groove, from mariachi 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.

Music Mariachi Real de Mexico in Concert The troupe performs a rich repertoire of mariachi music, which originated in the Mexican state of Jalisco.

SAT., JAN. 4 | 2:30 P.M.

A Jazz Concert Harlem’s New Amsterdam Musical Association presents a trio of piano, bass, and drums accompanying a vocalist singing jazz standards.

SAT., FEB. 8 | 2:30 P.M.

Celia Cruz High School Chamber Orchestra The borough’s noted music high school performs seasonal selections.

Movie Licensing USA A Division of Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. • Tim Swank, President

SAT., MAR. 15 | 2:30 P.M. See Arts Flamenco perform on April 5.

Flamenco Music and Dance Members of Arts Flamenco present a celebration of flamenco music, dance, and culture.

SAT., APR. 5 | 2:30 P.M.

The New York Opera Forum The ensemble performs concert versions of classic operas by Mozart, Puccini, Wagner, and Verdi.

SATURDAYS | 2:30 P.M. JAN. 11, FEB. 15, MAR. 29, APR. 26

Staged Reading To Kill a Mockingbird Actors read scenes from Harper Lee’s novel accompanied by music from the film score of the 1965 screen adaptation.

SAT., FEB. 1 | 2:30 P.M.

More Music Around NYPL The New York Opera Forum 96th Street Library, Manhattan Saturday | 12 NOON MAR. 8

Saturdays | 1 p.m.

JAN. 4, FEB. 8, APR. 12

Movie Licensing USA A Division of Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. • Tim Swank, President

BRONX

42 West Farms Library FRI., FEB. 7 | 10 A.m.

WED., FEB. 26 | 12 NOON

MANHATTAN

Network Jefferson Market Library Mon., FEB. 24 | 6 p.m.

Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood Kips Bay Library FRI., MAR. 21 | 1 p.m.

The Boxer 58th Street Library Fri., jan. 10 | 2 p.m.

STATEN ISLAND

Oblivion Huguenot Park Library WED., JAN. 15 | 3 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.

515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street)

Jamel Shabazz Street Photographer A portrait of Shabazz’s life and career, this film chronicles hip-hop, street culture, and urban life in New York City over 30 years.

Mon., Feb. 10 | 6:30 p.m.

First Fridays This monthly social gathering features music, drinks, and exhibition hours until 8 p.m.

JAN. 3, FEB. 7, MAR. 7, APR. 4 | 6 P.M.

Talks at the Schomburg 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.

schomburgcenter.org

There’s more!

For exhibitions at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, see page 15.

Chimamanda Adichie’s novel Americanah was named one of The New York Times’s 10 Best Books of 2013. See Mar. 13.

Before 5

Tues., Feb. 18 | 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy Wednesday book talks and more.

FEB. 26, MAR. 26, APR. 23 | 2 P.M.

Between the Lines Rebecca Walker The author reads from and talks about her debut novel, ADÉ.

Mon., Jan. 27 | 6:30 p.m.

Sylviane Diouf The Schomburg Center’s curator of Digital Collections discusses her new book, Slavery’s Exiles: The Story of American Maroons.

Thurs., Feb. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

Chimamanda Adichie The author of Half a Yellow Sun discusses her latest novel, Americanah. thurs., Mar. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

Films at the Schomburg Closure This documentary explores one woman’s experience with transracial adoption.

Co-presented by Adoptive Families with Children of African Heritage and Their Friends (AFCAF/NY) and The Donaldson Adoption Institute. Cosponsored by Families with Children from China New York.

Sat., Jan. 25 | 6:30 p.m.

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Racial History of the American Criminal Justice System Author Michelle Alexander discusses her book, The New Jim Crow, with Schomburg Director Khalil Gibran Muhammad.

The New Negro Renaissance Beyond Harlem Davarian Baldwin and Minkah Makalani talk about their book, Escape from New York: The New Negro Renaissance Beyond Harlem.

Wed., Mar. 5 | 6:30 p.m.

Visually Speaking Kamoinge at 50 Photographers Shawn Walker, Russell Fredricks, and June Truesdale of the AfricanAmerican photographers group Kamoinge talk about the collective’s publications and exhibitions over the past five decades.

MON., JAN. 13 | 6:30 P.M.

Support the Schomburg The Schomburg Society is a membership group made up of committed men and women who are passionate about preserving the Schomburg’s vital mission.

Members receive exclusive year-round benefits. For more information, visit schomburgcenter.org/support or call 212.491.2252.

Upcoming Events

Women’s Jazz Festival

The Broadway production of Motown The Musical features performers singing classics immortalized by the Jackson Five.

Celebrate Motown To complement the exhibition Motown: The Truth Is a Hit (see page 15), the Schomburg Center presents discussions on the American music movement.

Theater Talks at the Schomburg

Talks at the Schomburg

Motown The Musical The cast and production team of the Broadway show talk about the theatrical production and celebrate such singers as Diana Ross and Michael Jackson.

Motown + Fashion Designer Emilio Sosa (ESosa) and others explore the history and legacy of Motown on the world of fashion. thurs., Apr. 17 | 6:30 p.m.

The Schomburg’s 21st annual celebration of women musicians and vocalists includes performances by the Spelman Jazz Ensemble and a tribute to the women of jazz and the blues. Tickets are $25*; to order, visit showclix.com or call 888.71.

TICKETS or 212.491.2206.

Mondays | 7 p.m.

Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31

*Members of the Schomburg Society receive a discount on all tickets.

Mon., Feb. 24 | 6:30 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS! Black History Music

Ten musicians perform a poetry-prose drama written and directed by Amiri Baraka.

Sat., Feb. 8 | 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25; to order, visit showclix.com or 888-71-TICKETS or 212.491.2206.

Voices of Crisis: X(cluded)

Leading Muslim voices discuss the role of Muslims in the struggle for racial and religious equality at home and abroad.

Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert: Alicia Olatuja

Thurs., Feb. 20 | 6:30 p.m.

The vocalist performs a program that mixes elements of classical, jazz, gospel, and pop music.

Cosponsored by the New School, which is hosting additional lectures in the Voices of Crisis series.

For details, see schomburgcenter.org/events.

Thurs., Jan. 16 | 7 p.m.

The Malcolm X Museum Annual Commemoration of the Anniversary of the Assassination of Malcolm X/Al-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz

For more information, contact the Malcolm X Museum at 212.340.8502.

Fri., Feb. 21 | 6:30 p.m.

Harlem Opera Theatre

The annual salute to Black History Month features soprano Morenike Fadayomi and tenor Everett Suttle under the direction of Gregory Hopkins.

Thurs., Feb. 27 | 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25; to order, visit harlemoperatheater.org or call 212.592.0780.

Carnegie Hall's Neighborhood Concert Series is a program of Weill Music Institute and is sponsored by Target.

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Exhibitions: Winter & Spring Highlights Stephen A . Schwarzman Building

Why We Fight: Remembering AIDS Activism Through apr. 6, 2014

ALSO ON VIEW

The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter Through Mar. 23, 2014

D. Samuel and Jeane H. Gottesman Hall

Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III Gallery

Recognizing the work of all AIDS activists, Why We Fight focuses on the grassroots response to the epidemic in New York City in the 1980s.

Play Things: 600 Years of Games and Other Merriments Through Mar. 16, 2014

Print and Stokes Galleries

WHY WE FIGHT FILM SERIES

Rose Family Seder Book

See five programs of rare, activist films from the Library’s archives.

APR. 11–MAY 4, 2014

Jan. 8, 29, FEB. 5, 19, 26 | 7 p.m. in the Schwarzman Building For more Why We Fight–related programs, including How to Act Up (Jan. 14 at 7 p.m.), a discussion about the group’s methods of political engagement, visit nypl.org/whywefight.

McGraw Rotunda 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.

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.

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

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.

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

Mid-Manhattan Library

Heather Dewey-Hagborg Stranger Visions: Two Exhibitions

Gabriel Barcia-Colombo Secret Society of Forbidden Literature

Jan. 7–Apr. 2, 2014

Jan. 9–May 22, 2014

Art Wall on Third & Art in the Windows (on view 24/7)

Art in the Corner Room

Artist Dialogue FEB. 1 | 2:30 P.M. Left: Stranger Visions installation

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What Inspires Artists FEB. 15 | 2:30 P.M. For more, visit nypl.org/mml/artists.

for more, visit nypl.org/exhibitions

Library for the Performing Arts Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center | Shelby Cullum Davis Museum

Ladies and Gentlemen…

The Beatles!

Feb. 6–May 10, 2014 Donald & Mary Oenslager Gallery

This multimedia exhibition marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic band’s arrival in the United States— and the launch of “Beatlemania.” Featuring Beatles memorabilia, records, and photographs, Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! documents the tremendous impact the Fab Four had on American society.

ALSO ON VIEW

Pioneering Poet of Light: Photographer Florence Vandamm & the Vandamm Studio Through Feb. 28, 2014

Vincent Astor Gallery

Photo by Bob Bonis www.BobBonis.com © Not Fade Away Gallery.

Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! is presented by The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles, California.

Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! is supported in part by the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation.

Additional support for exhibitions has been provided by Judy R. and Alfred A. Rosenberg and the Miriam and Harold Steinberg Foundation.

28 Great Artists at Work: Portraits of the American Praemium Imperiale Laureates Jan. 14–Feb. 22, 2014

Plaza Corridor Gallery

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

Motown: The Truth Is a Hit Feb. 1–July 26, 2014

Funky Turns 40 Feb. 5–June 14, 2014

Exhibition Hall

Motown founder Berry Gordy said, “The TRUTH is a hit.” This exhibition traces the story of Motown Records and the Gordy family within the larger narrative of the AfricanAmerican journey, revealing how the company transcended its origins as an entertainment vehicle to become the voice of an entire generation.

ALSO ON VIEW

Latimer/Edison Gallery

Photo courtesy of the Motown Museum.

Meet the Curators Loreen Williamson and Pamela Thomas present an insider’s perspective on Funky Turns 40, which explores the artistry of black animated characters in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Feb. 4 | 7 p.m.

Northern Trust presents Motown: The Truth Is a Hit in partnership with the Schomburg Center, Motown Museum, and Motown the Musical.

For programs presented in conjunction with The Truth Is a Hit, see page 13.

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Kids & Teens After-School Programs at the Library

New Program!

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, ask a librarian at one of the branches listed below or 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.

Innovation Labs Grades 10–12

Earn high school credit and work with your friends to create blogs, podcasts, and videos that explore community issues. Courses begin in February.

Bronx High Bridge Library Mott Haven Library Manhattan Inwood Library Seward Park Library Staten Island Port Richmond Library

Bronx Bronx Library Center Manhattan Columbus Library

NYPL BridgeUp Grade 8

Recruiting now! This new after-school mentoring program features academic help, field trips, lectures, and a focus on individual and group projects.

At five locations in the Bronx and Manhattan. For details, call 212.340.0958 or contact shelbysemino@nypl.org.

The NYPL BridgeUp Program has been made possible thanks to the Helen Gurley Brown Revocable Trust.

Staten Island St. George Library Center

What’s Your Favorite Animal?

Literacy Leaders Grades 1–2

First and second graders work one-on-one with trained high school literacy coaches to improve reading comprehension and phonics skills. Courses begin in February.

Manhattan 115th Street Library Hamilton Fish Park Library

Children’s book illustrators Nick Bruel, Tom Lichtenheld, and Peter McCarty host a morning of art, animals, and activities that celebrate their new collaborative picture book.

Manhattan

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Celeste Bartos Forum TUES., Jan. 21 | 10:30 a.m.

For more, visit nypl.org/kidslive.

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

Educational Resources

HANDS-ON LEARNING

For TEACHERS

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.

Tap into books and more from nypl!

Far Out Physics Perform experiments while learning about speed, momentum, and force.

Bronx

Hunt’s Point Library

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.

Thursdays, Jan. 9–mar. 27 | 4 p.m.

Mott Haven Library Tuesdays, jan. 7–mar. 25 | 4 p.m.

Manhattan

Bloomingdale Library

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

SELECT mondays, JAN. 13–Mar. 31 | 3:30 p.m.

Proud Partner of MyLibraryNYC.

Healthy Lifestyles Discover how the body works and why it is important to make smart choices.

Bronx

Clason’s Point Library SELECT mondays, JAN. 13–Mar. 17 | 3:30 p.m.

Art Adventures

Manhattan

Hamilton Grange Library select MONdays, JAN. 13–Mar. 31 | 4 p.m.

Bring textures, shapes, lines, and patterns to life in these hands-on workshops!

Jefferson Market Library

Manhattan

Mulberry Street Library

96th Street Library

select MONdays, JAN. 13–Mar. 31 | 4 p.m.

TUESdays, JAN. 7–Mar. 25 | 3:30 p.m.

FRIDAYS, JAN. 10–APR. 11 | 11 A.m.

Modern Masters

Paper Bag Players Workshops

Members of the Paper Bag Players teach Explore the mediums, messages, and tech- young performers the basics of movement, niques of modern and contemporary artists. costume creation, and how to make a story funny.

Manhattan

Battery Park City Library wednesdays, JAN. 15–apr. 30 | 4 p.m.

Manhattan

Hamilton Fish Park Library FRIdays, jan. 10–mar. 28 | 3 p.m.

Nature Detectives Meet live animals, play games, and work on fun projects that focus on the natural world.

Bronx

Riverdale Library FRIdays, JAN. 10–Mar. 28 | 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.; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; Con Edison; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; Sandra Priest Rose; Mr. and Mrs. George T. Votis; The Walt Disney Company; U.S. Bank 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.

Don’t miss the wonderful world of children’s literature at the Library’s popular exhibition The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter, on view at the Schwarzman Building.

Early Childhood Programs Baby Story Time Birth–18 months

Toddler Story Time 18 months–3 years

Meet the real Winnie-the-Pooh, follow Alice’s adventures in Wonderland, 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.

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.

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Lewis Carroll’s unforgettable Alice comes to life in The ABC of It.

NYPL Kids Zone!

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

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.

90-Second Newbery Film Festival Watch clever, short film synopses of winners of this famous book award.

Manhattan Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Celeste Bartos Forum

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

Manhattan

Bronx Library Center

Grand Central Library

Anime Wednesdays

Teen Advisory Group

WEDNESdays | 4 p.m.

One Tuesday a month | 4 p.m.

Chess Club

Hamilton Grange Library

Tae Kwon Do

Don’t Miss!

wednesdays | 3:30 p.m.

Learn about financial aid, get tips on tests, and meet representatives from local colleges.

Wed., Apr. 16 | 2 p.m.

Grand Concourse Library

Teen Café FRIdays | 4 p.m.

Get the full schedule at nypl.org/teenlive.

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

Special Program!

Six Weeks to a Story Develop your own story with Lois Metzger, author of the thriller, A Trick of the Light.

Manhattan Jefferson Market Library Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 12 | 3:30 p.m.

Mondays | 4 p.m.

College Fair

Sat., Mar. 22 | 3:30 p.m.

Pearls for Teen Girls every other Tuesday | 5:30 p.m.

Staten Island

St. George Library Center

Web Wednesdays wednesdays | 3:30 p.m.

Teen Game Time TUEsdays and thursdays | 3:30 p.m.

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 January 6 and runs for 12 weeks at multiple locations.

For details, call 718.579.4208.

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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 season’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 Advanced LinkedIn: Jump-Start Your Career

Making Talking About Yourself Easy: Your Pitch

Learn advanced techniques to leverage LinkedIn with Rob Hellmann.

Explore techniques for developing a basic pitch that can be easily modified for any audience with Win Sheffield.

TUES., JAN. 21 | 6 p.m.

WED., MAR. 12 | 6 p.m.

The Indisputable Laws to Becoming a Successful Leader and Expanding Your Career Boost your job search results with strategies from Theodore Henderson.

Learn how to assess your individual skills and position them in today’s marketplace with Eileen Sharaga.

FRI., JAN. 31 | 12 noon

Fri., APR. 4 | 12 noon

Network Your Way into a Job

Building Your Professional Network with LinkedIn

Develop a new way of networking more confidently with David Lees.

WED., FEB. 5 | 6 P.M.

The Essentials of a Good Resume

There’s more!

See page 22 to learn about online video courses available at SIBL.

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Self-Assessment and Career Goals

Get tips for writing a winning resume with Win Sheffield.

TuEs., FEB. 18 | 6 p.m.

Staying Motivated Throughout the Job Search Process at SIBL

Get the tools you need to use LinkedIn for networking and expanding your job search with John Crant.

TUEs., APR. 22 | 6 p.m.

Check out John Crant’s other Self-Recruiter® classes on JAN. 3, 29, FEB. 7, 19, MAR. 5, 26, APR. 7

Public Speaking: From Freak-Out to Fun

Reevaluate your career and job search strategy with Kristina Leonardi.

Improve your presentation skills using your natural strengths with Nancy Ancowitz.

MON., MAR. 10 | 12 NOON

WED., APR. 23 | 6 P.M.

Educational Resources Business Plan Competition

New York StartUP! 2014

Financial Planning Programs @ SIBL

MORE HELP for job seekers

Health Care Reform: What It Means to You

Bronx Library Center

Tues., JAN. 14 | 6 p.m.

Win up to $15,000 to start your new business!

Last chance to attend an orientation session Science, Industry and Business Library sat., JAN. 11 | 12:30 P.m.

For more, visit nypl.org/bizplan.

Sponsored by Citi

Foundation

Small Business Programs @ SIBL Business Legal Structures* Learn how to determine which type of entity is most suitable for your business.

Tax Tips for Your 2013 Return* Tues., FEB. 11 | 6 p.m.

Optimizing Your IRA and 401(k)* Tues., FEB. 25 | 6 p.m.

Legal and Financial Planning and Alzheimer’s Disease Tues., MAR. 18 | 6 p.m.

Credit Scores and Identity Theft: What Can Hurt You?* Tues., APR. 1 | 6 p.m. *Presented by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Financial Empowerment Day

Thurs., JAN. 23 | 6 p.m.

Fri., APR. 25 | 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Date Your Leads and Marry Your Customers with Lifecycle Marketing Explore best practices in getting prospects to become customers and customers to become lifelong customers with Ramon Ray.

Classes

thurs., FEB. 27 | 6 p.m.

Mortgages, investments, your parents and their finances, retirement planning, and Social Security Counseling

Private 30-minute sessions

Business Marketing: Low-Cost, Effective Ideas for Your Business Find out how to create a successful marketing strategy using low-cost and free resources with Helena Escalante.

Database Demonstrations Personal finance resources

Thurs., MAR. 20 | 6 p.m.

Held in conjunction with the Financial Planning Association of New York.

The "WOW” Factor: The Art of the Killer Pitch Discuss how to craft the "perfect pitch" for any audience with Precious L. Williams. thurs., APR. 17 | 6 p.m.

Selling to Why: Brain-Based Selling Get practical tips on how to grow your business with Jeremy Rawitz. thurs., APR. 24 | 6 p.m.

Financial Fair Information from government agencies

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.

Career Advisory Services Expand in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan NYPL recently expanded its career and job search resources to six new locations across the Bronx, plus one in Upper Manhattan.

The new locations are: Bronx

• Baychester Library • Castle Hill Library • Eastchester Library • Morris Park Library • Parkchester Library • West Farms Library MANHATTAN

• Hamilton Grange Library For more, contact Robyn Saunders at robynsaunders@nypl.org or 718.579.4260.

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.

*Presented by the IRS

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Computers & Tech Training NYPL TechConnect 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!

free online classes at the library Learn new skills and make yourself more marketable with 2,200 online video courses available free through lynda.com. Available at the Science, Industry and Business Library, lynda.com offers beginner to advanced classes on topics that range from new computer programs to project management.

For more, call 917.ASK.NYPL.

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 Classes

Software Training

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

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

Job Search & Other Activities 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

Hands-On Help One-on-One Open Lab ONLINE HOW-TO VIDEOS TechConnect provides an array of instructional videos related to NYPL’s tech training classes at 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; 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; 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 anonymous donors.

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.

NEW COMPUTERS AT ALL Library LOCATIONS! To offer even better service to NYPL computer users, the Library has replaced more than 2,600 desktops and laptops and made upgrades to nearly 4,200 additional computers throughout its 92 locations. The hardware and software improvements include a new operating system, up-to-date versions of several web browsers, and such programs as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Quicktime, RealPlayer, Windows Media Player, and more.

The Library is also introducing Macintosh computers to select locations; Mac desktops are available at Mulberry Street Library and Mariners Harbor Library.

RESERVE A COMPUTER NYPL has thousands of computers across its 92 locations. Reservations are not required, but can be made up to a day in advance at pcreserve.nypl.org.

Each session generally lasts 45 minutes.

Desktop computers provide connections to the Internet, word-processing software, and printing for patrons with a library card. 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.

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 run on the same 10-week schedule as the ESOL classes. To begin, students must attend an information session (see Winter 2014 Information Sessions, below).

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

English Conversation groups

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 winter session starts in January.

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

The next session begins in April 2014 (with information sessions also in April).

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

WINTER 2014 Information Sessions BRONX

Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road MON., JAN. 13 | 12 noon or 6 p.m.

MANHATTAN

Harlem Library 9 West 124th Street

ESOL students have a chance to perfect pronunciation and hold conversations about current events, New York City, family life, holidays, and much more.

BRONX

Mosholu Library

MANHATTAN

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

For more, visit nypl.org/englishconversation.

WED., JAN. 15 | 1 P.M. OR 6 p.m.

tues., jan. 21 | 12 noon or 6 p.m.

Wakefield Library (for classes at Wakefield Library ONLY) 4100 Lowerre Place THURS., JAN. 9 | 11 A.M. or 6:30 p.m.

Tompkins Square Library 331 East 10th Street

There’s more!

MON., JAN. 13 | 12:30 p.m. OR 6 P.M.

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

staten island

St. George Library Center 5 Central Avenue Tues., JAN. 21 | 1 P.M. OR 6 p.m.

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Midlife & Beyond

Educational Resources

Opportunities for the 50+ Community NYPL offers an array of activities geared specifically to older adults, including art and fitness classes. 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 Homebound patrons can get books and other materials delivered to their homes.

See nypl.org/booksbymail for details.

ART FOR A LIFETIME The 2014 classes include chances to explore visual and performing arts classes and writing.

BRONX

Acting for the Fun of It! Morris Park Library WEDNESDAYS, MAR. 12–May 7 | 10 a.m.

Bronx Senior Theatrical Project Baychester Library

Clay Sculpture 101 67th Street Library MONDAYS, APR. 21–jun. 23 | 11 a.m.

Drawing from Experience Inwood Library MONDAYS, JAN. 27–mar. 31 | 11 a.m.

monDAYS, FEB. 24–apr. 21 | 1 p.m.

Drawing from Life Riverside Library

Telling Stories: Yours, Theirs, and Ours Using Digital Photography Hunt’s Point Library

MonDAYs, mar. 24–may 19 | 10:30 a.m.

SatURDAYS, JAN. 4–mar. 1 | 11 A.m.

Writing Through Memory: Memoir and Storytelling Kingsbridge Library WEDNESDAYS, FEB. 5–apr. 2 | 12 noon

I Remember When: Using Storytelling and Collage to Turn Personal History into Art Kips Bay Library Tuesdays, Mar. 18–may 13 | 1 p.m .

Poetry Inside Out: Bridging Cultures Through Language St. Agnes Library Fridays, Mar. 21–may 16 | 1 p.m.

MANHATTAN

Can’t Toss It? Collage It! Bloomingdale Library TUESDAYS, JAN. 21–mar. 18 | 11 a.m.

STATEN ISLAND

Quilting Essentials for Beginners and Beyond Great Kills Library MONDAYS, MAR. 3–apr. 28 | 11 A.M.

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

For more information and to register for classes, contact the host library.

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Using the Library The New York Public Library is made up of 88 neighborhood branches and four research libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

Here are some basics to get you started!

Library Cards Free library cards are available to anyone who lives, works, attends school, or pays property taxes in New York State.

Cards provide access to the Library’s collections, computers and printers, and downloadable e-books, movies, music, and more at nypl.org.

Get an application at any location or begin the process online at nypl.org/librarycard.

Research Materials 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.

To make an appointment with a research specialist, call 917.ASK.NYPL.

Computer Access Desktop computers offer free Internet access for patrons with a valid library card. Sessions usually last for 45 minutes each. Reservations are not required, but can be made up to one day in advance at pcreserve.nypl.org.

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

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

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

For more, check out nypl.org/ ereadingroom.

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 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.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS All locations will be closed on January 1 and 20, February 17, and April 20.

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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 (scheduled to reopen in spring 2014)

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 Edenwald 1255 East 233rd Street 718-798-3355

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

Francis Martin 2150 University Avenue 718-295-5287

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

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 +

SUPPORT THE LIBRARY! 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.

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

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

Morris Park 985 Morris Park Avenue 718-931-0636

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

Morrisania 610 East 169th Street 718-589-9268 Mosholu 285 East 205th Street 718-882-8239 +

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

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

Hamilton Fish Park 415 East Houston Street 212-673-2290 Hamilton Grange 503 West 145th Street 212-926-2147 +

Parkchester 1985 Westchester Avenue 718-829-7830 + Pelham Bay 3060 Middletown Road 718-792-6744 +

Harlem 9 West 124th Street 212-348-5620

Riverdale 5540 Mosholu Avenue 718-549-1212 +

Hudson Park 66 Leroy Street 212-243-6876 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

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

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 + Van Cortlandt 3874 Sedgwick Avenue 718-543-5150

212-281-4900 Mid-Manhattan Library 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street) 212-340-0863 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

CONNECT WITH NYPL STATEN ISLAND Dongan Hills 1617 Richmond Road 718-351-1444 Great Kills 56 Giffords Lane 718-984-6670 + Huguenot Park 830 Huguenot Avenue 718-984-4636 + Mariners Harbor 206 South Avenue 212-621-0690 + New Dorp 309 New Dorp Lane 718-351-2977 Port Richmond 75 Bennett Street 718-442-0158 Richmondtown 200 Clarke Avenue 718-668-0413 South Beach 21–25 Robin Road 718-816-5834 + Photo Credits

Kips Bay 446 Third Avenue 212-683-2520 + Macomb’s Bridge 2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard

Van Nest 2147 Barnes Avenue 718-829-5864

Woodstock 761 East 160th Street 718-665-6255

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Chatham Square 33 East Broadway 212-964-6598

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

COVER: Clockwise from top left: Guillermo Cano; Chia Messina; Jonathan Blanc; Photo by Bob Bonis www.BobBonis.com © Not Fade Away Gallery.

Stapleton 132 Canal Street 718-727-0427

INSIDE: Peter Aaron: p. 6 (Schwarzman Building); Jonathan Blanc: pp. 3 (Mariners Harbor Library), 4 (children’s books), 5, 8 (Mid-Manhattan), 14 (Why We Fight), 16, 17, 18 (all children; Alice in Wonderland display), 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27; Bob Bonis www.BobBonis.com © Not Fade Away Gallery: p. 15 (top); Ivara Esege: p. 12 (Adichie); Jane Hoffer: p. 18 (Children’s Center); Rick Lew: p. 20 (SIBL interior); Chia Messina: p. 7 (James McBride); Motown Museum: p. 15 (bottom); Joan Marcus for Motown The Musical: p. 13 (top); Dani Piderman: p. 12 (Schomburg Center); Herb Scher: p. 20 (woman reading); Beowulf Sheehan: p. 25 (woman with art).

Tottenville 7430 Amboy Road 718-984-0945 +

Todt Hill–Westerleigh 2550 Victory Boulevard 718-494-1642 + West New Brighton 976 Castleton Avenue 718-442-1416

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 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 (scheduled to reopen in early 2014)

Webster 1465 York Avenue 212-288-5049 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

Great stories never grow old The fun-filled activities on this page are inspired by classic books from the Library’s newly released list of 100 Great Children’s Books, 100 Years. For the full list, visit nypl.org/childrens100. Happy reading!

Discover new books!

F R D A C W B P K R H D

S Q C J Z I S C H L S J

E M A D E L I N E M R H

G Y T V G D E A O S B Y

K D E A X O Z G U W I E

Did you know?

You can visit the REAL Winnie-thePooh at the Library’s exhibition The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter, through March 23.

See page 14.

O S R N R P I P P I Y S

I L P F Y B N H T M F K

P W I N N I E F X M J H

V Q L V S P M A Z Y K M

N K L W I T E X C V O V

L U A S Z A Y U I H U T

Find the underlined words from these titles featured on our list of great children’s books.

How many do you know?

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

C O R D U R O Y P J R U

Corduroy Madeline Olivia Pippi Longstocking The Snowy Day Swimmy Tar Beach Where the Wild Things Are Winnie-the-Pooh For the best kids books from 2013, check out the Library’s picks of 100 great titles for reading and sharing at nypl.org/childrens2013.

Create your own story!

Think of your own words to fill in the blanks below to create your very own take on classic fairy tales. When you’re done here, keep going on your own piece of paper to finish the story you’ve started—and get your character back home!

Once upon a time, there was a (size)

named

(color)

who lived in a (funny name)

(animal)

far, far away in (type of house)

found a

One day,

stone on the ground. (shape)

(same name)

(color)

picked up the stone—whoosh!

When

(another country)

was whisked (same name)

(same name)

all the way to

. (city or country)

where there were lots of

Visit kids.nypl.org for more resources for kids, parents, and teachers!

Get updates on kids programs by e-mail at nypl.org/now.

(plural noun)

...

See pages 16–19 for Library programs for KIDS and TEENS!