New Orleans Public Library Magazine - December 2018

NEW ORLEANS

New Orleans 300 December Programs & Events

P UB L IC L IB R A R Y

Bike to the Books – Bike locks & Fix-It Stations now available

News, Events, & Featured Products

Bestow-A-Book this holiday season

DECEMBER 2018

CONTENTS New Orleans 300

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Bike to the Books

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Friends of the New Orleans Public Library

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Event Listings

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Algiers Regional Library, 4 Alvar Library, 4

Main Library Wins Downtown NOLA Award

Central City Library, 5 Children’s Resource Center Library, 5 East New Orleans Regional Library, 5-7 Cita Dennis Hubbell Library, 7 Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center, 7-8 Martin Luther King Library, 8-9

Earlier this year, the Main Library was honored with a Downtown NOLA Award, presented by the Downtown Development District of New Orleans (DDD). The DDD created the Downtown NOLA Awards as an annual program to recognize exceptional accomplishments of Downtown NOLA property owners, businesses, residents, workers, and organizations that inspire, innovate, and integrate the Downtown NOLA brand into Downtown neighborhoods.

Milton H. Latter Memorial Library, 9-10 Main Library, 10-11 Norman Mayer Library, 11-12 Mid-City Library, 12 Nora Navra Library, 12 Nix Library, 13 Robert E. Smith Library, 13

Suggested Titles

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Black History Month Student Poster Contest

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Adult Writing Contest Location Map

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The Main Library won a Downtown NOLA Award for the thorough renovation of its first two floors, replacing worn linoleum with bright flooring, lowering shelves to bring in light, and expanding seating for Library userss. The Main Library is now a welcoming place for locals and visitors alike.

The Downtown NOLA Award honorees were celebrated at a luncheon on Friday, September 28, 2018, at the Jung Hotel.

Other organizations winning a Downtown NOLA Award this year include Auction House Market, InnoGenomics / Dr. Sudhir Sinha, Little Gem Saloon, Stella Jones Gallery, and the Chair’s Award – Blue Bikes NOLA.

To learn more about the Downtown NOLA Award and the work of the DDD, visit downtownnola.com.

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300 New Orleans

Celebrating Our History & Culture

New Orleans 300 December Events Every month in 2018, the New Orleans Public Library will host a presentation, discussion, and book-signing with contributors of the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities’ (LEH) book, New Orleans & The World: 1718- 2018 Tricentennial Anthology, a collection of essays by leading scholars illuminating the role of the city in major events in U.S. and world history, the economic innovations and cultural expressions birthed in the city that impacted people around the globe, and the succeeding waves of new populations who redefined the city’s shape and society. The anthology is available for purchase at each event. The full schedule of events can be found at nolalibrary.org.

New Orleans & The World

This series is made possible by Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

Friends of the

NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY

DAILY THROUGH DECEMBER 31

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 6:30-8PM

MAIN LIBRARY, 3RD FLOOR

CITA DENNIS HUBBELL LIBRARY

Female Enterprise: Women Business and Property Owners in New Orleans

The Soul of New Orleans

This exhibit presents a selection of women who owned real estate or businesses in New Orleans during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Ranging from the well-known, like the Baroness Pontalba, to the obscure, like midwife Susie A. Carter, each contributed in some way to the economy of the Crescent City. The exhibit uses municipal and civil court records, directories, newspapers, and other sources in the Louisiana Division/City Archives to illustrate who these women were and how they represent the spirit of female enterprise in New Orleans. Curated by Wayne Everard and Irene Wainwright.

Clarinetist, composer, jazz historian and musical educator, Xavier University’s Michael White, PhD will celebrate with us a lifetime of second lines and jazz funerals at this very special Hubbell Author Night.

Further listening: Adventures in New Orleans Jazz, Part 1 (Basin Street, 2011) and Adventures in New Orleans Jazz, Part 2 (Basin Street, 2012).

Above: A “second line parade” on North Claiborne Avenue during the 1980s. Image by Christopher Porché West from the Arts Council of New Orleans Records, Louisiana Division/City Archives & Special Collections.

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Bike to the Books New Orleans has always been a good place to ride a bike, and not just because there isn’t a hill in sight. But, recently, biking in New Orleans has become safer thanks in part to the City’s bicycle network of more than 120 miles of shared-use pathways, protected bike lanes, and traditional bikeways. In addition to the increased bikeways, the City has begun the installation of 485 new bike racks throughout New Orleans.

As bicycle ridership continues to grow, the Library is actively developing ways to support bike culture through its own initiatives and through a growing partnership with Bike Easy, a local bicycle education and advocacy organization.

Bike Lock Check Out Library staff regularly noticed people having to leave their bikes unlocked outside when the would visit the Library; and with bikes serving as so many people’s primary method of transportation, the staff knew something needed to be done.

Beginning December 1, all 15 Library locations will have bike locks for daily check out.

The bike locks are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are only to be used on Library bike racks.

Fix It Stations Bike Easy has installed two FixIt Stations at the Main Library and Norman Mayer Library with additional installations planned for the Nora Navra Library and the Martin Luther King Library very soon. Fix-It Stations are free 24-hour public access repair stations located outside of libraries. The stations have a stand and complete set of tools to allow for tightening seats, adjusting brakes, or changing a flat tire. The stations also have a durable air pump with a gauge to ensure tires are properly inflated.

Bike Easy Workshops The Library will continue to offer trainings with Bike Easy on bicycle safety and rules as well as how to properly maintain bikes, including how to repair flat tires and maximize comfort while riding. The next Bike Easy bike maintenance workshops will be held at the Main Library on Monday, December 3, from 4:30pm to 6pm and at the Norman Mayer Library on Saturday, December 15, from noon to 1:30pm.

Blue Bikes Hubs Adding to the bike landscape is the bike share program Blue Bikes. The program, which is a partnership between the City of New Orleans and Social Bicycles and is sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, launched last year and offers a convenient way to bike around the city. The Alvar Library, Nora Navra Library, and Main Library all have Blue Bike hubs near their locations.

The Main Library is consistently one of the top 10 most used hubs in the Blue Bike system with around 800 trips beginning or ending there monthly.

For more information about checking out bike locks, fix-it stations, and Bike Easy classes, visit nolalibrary.org.

To learn more about Bike Easy or Blue Bikes, visit bikeeasy.org or bluebikesnola.org.

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In 2018, the Friends have:

Friends of the New Orleans Public Library

• Contributed over $70,000 to fund

SINCE 1957, the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library have supported the Library in a variety of ways. From underwriting NEW ORLEANS vital programming, including literacy campaigns, summer reading PUBLIC LIBRARY programs, and literary festivals, to offering scholarships for Library staff to pursue advanced library degrees, all while providing many thousands of volunteer service hours, the Friends know that libraries are not just about books; they are about community and sharing knowledge on a local level.

Friends of the

Library programs, adult literacy classes, grants to individual Library locations, and facility improvements.

• Sponsored the Summer Fun and Reading Challenge, in which over 8,000 children, teens, and adults participated.

• Donated 150,000 books to senior centers, schools, prisons, shelters, military families, and LSU Children’s Hospitals, and sent thousands of audio books to the visually impaired.

Support the Friends and their important work by making a tax-deductible gift, becoming a Friends member, or giving the gift of membership to a friend. Visit friendsnola.org.

Book Sales The Friends of the New Orleans Public Library book sales are New Orleans’ best-kept secret for great used books, music, and movies at low prices; and, all sales support the Library. You can invest in the Library by shopping at the Friends Book Sales: ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY 3014 Holiday Drive Every Saturday, 10am-2pm

THE CARRIAGE HOUSE BOOK SALE At Latter Library 5120 St. Charles Avenue

PALMER PARK ARTS MARKET S. Carrollton & S. Claiborne Ave

Every Wednesday & Saturday, 10am-2pm

Last Saturday of each month, 10am-4pm

• Provided $6,000 in scholarships for 5 Library staff to pursue advanced library degrees.

Bestow-A-Book this Holiday Season This book was purchased by

Milo & Jac Kiely

If you are looking for the perfect gift to give this holiday season, consider the Bestow-A-Book bookplate program, which allows you to purchase books for the New Orleans Public Library in honor or in memory of a loved one, a friend, or family member. Each book purchased for the Library’s collection includes a bookplate with the names of the honoree and the donor (optional) for only $35. All donations to the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library, a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization, are tax-deductible.

To learn more about the Bestow-A-Book program, visit friendsnola.org/bestow-a-book.

IN CELEBRATION OF

CLYDE KIELY Happy 1st birdthday baby brother, WE LOVE YOU.

This book was purchased by RYAN SMITH

IN CELEBRATION OF

LINDA SMITH Thank you for your years of leadership and service.

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DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY 3014 Holiday Dr // 596-2641 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm DAILY IN DECEMBER, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, The Red Chair

– This year’s PhotoNOLA exhibit features The Red Chair series

by Ryan Lips. These photographs feature a red chair in different settings to offer scale and intimacy to landscape photography.

TUESDAYS, 11AM-12PM, One-on-One Computer Tutoring

– Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers.

THURSDAYS, 5-6PM, Reading to Rover – Thor, a licensed

therapy dog, provides a patient and receptive audience for reluctant readers- and kids who just love dogs- to practice reading aloud.

SATURDAYS, 2:30PM, Story Time – Open to all families and

caregivers with children age 5 and up.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 10:30-11:30AM, La Hora Del Cuento

/ Bilingual Spanish Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages. Sponsored by the Tulane Stone Center for Latin American Studies and the Library’s Pebbles Center.

Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 5:30-7PM, In Stitches – Bring a

knitting, crochet, or needlecraft project and join area crafters to share ideas, inspiration, and conversation. Knitting and crochet instruction is available on request, and limited supplies are provided for beginners trying out a new craft. Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1-4PM, Holiday Celebration –

Papa Noel will read Cajun Night Before Christmas, followed by lagniappe and treats after. Students will also play a holiday music recital.

WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 12 & 26, 4-5PM, Lego Club – Build

and play with a wide assortment of Lego bricks. For ages 8 - 14.

Meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 5:30-7PM, Adult Only Silent Disco

– Why should kids have all the fun? Turn the music up and dance to the music of your choosing in your own set of headphones.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 6:30-8PM, Winter Concert with

the New Aurora Saxophone Ensemble – The New Aurora Saxophone Ensemble will perform a concert perfect for the whole family just in time to celebrate the holiday season.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1-2:30PM, Algiers Regional Sci-Fi

and Fantasy Club – Call the Library at 504-596-2641 for this month’s selection. Meets on the last Friday of the month.

MONDAYS, DECEMBER 3 & 10, 6-7:15PM, Food & Nutrition

Class – Nutrition Educator Yvette Sapp will provide tips, tricks, and lessons on healthy eating for you and your family. This series focuses on different health topics and includes sample recipe tasting. To sign up, call Yvette at 504-658-2900 or email her at ysapp@agcenter.lsu.edu. This program is intended for limited-income families who have young children living in the household, who are expecting a child, or who provide noncustodial care for children on a regular basis. In partnership with LSU AgCenter and the Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program.

TUESDAYS, DECEMBER 4 & 18, 4-6PM, Teen Game Day – Get

ALVAR LIBRARY 913 Alvar St // 504-596-2667 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm TUESDAYS, 11AM, Toddler Story Time – Open to all families

and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

THURSDAYS, 11AM-1PM, One-on-One Computer Tutoring

– Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers.

your game on in the library. Come unwind at the library after school and play video and classic board games or learn new card games in the teen room. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.

THURSDAYS, 5:30-7PM, Community Composting with

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 5-6PM, West Bank Book Club

Workshop – Participants meet monthly to work on writing projects and share their work. Writers of all levels are welcome.

Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

– Discuss a new book each month. New members are always welcome. Call the Library at 504-596-2641 for this month’s selection. Meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 5:30-7:30PM, Poetry Reading –

Listen to poems written and read by local poets, and then read a favorite poem of your own. Poems will be on display at Algiers Regional for the month of December. Refreshments will be served at the reading.

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Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2-3:45PM, In the Garden Writers’

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 8-9:30PM, Alvar Microcinema –

The Alvar Microcinema is an outdoor screening series dedicated to the exhibition of independent works projected on sixteen millimeter film. In the event of questionable weather, the screening will take place indoors. Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Occasionally, event dates and times change. Check nolalibrary.org or call the library location to confirm the most current event information.

DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

CENTRAL CITY LIBRARY Mahalia Jackson Center, 2405 Jackson Ave, Ste. C-235 // 596-3110 M-Th 10am-7pm, Fri 11am-4pm

within the architectural elements of New Orleans. In celebration of the tricentennial, she communicates the importance in the preservation of our distinctive city.

MONDAYS, 4-5:30PM, Community Composting with Compost

DAILY FROM DECEMBER 6 - JANUARY 10, DURING LIBRARY

NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste dropoff. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

HOURS, Yarns and Heroes Exhibition – The Yarns and Heroes

WEDNESDAYS, 10:30 AM, Story Time – Open to all families

Exhibit is a display of artwork by members of the Central City Senior Center and also features video created for Your Story, Our Story, a collaboration between the Midlo Center and the Tenement Project. In partnership with Ashé Cultural Arts Center.

MONDAYS-FRIDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One

Computer Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-3110.

MONDAYS, 4PM, Monday Crafternoon – Learn to make a

and caregivers with children of all ages.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 10:30-11:30AM, Violin Story Time

& Craft – We will read about violins, hear young student violinists play, and then try out a violin ourselves. Story Time will be followed by a musical craft. Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages.

MONDAYS, DECEMBER 3 & 17, 4:30PM, Story Time & Craft

– Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages.

Meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 6-8PM, Stitch N’ Book Knitting, Cro-

caregivers with children ages 3 - 5.

chet, Tatting & Crafting Circle – Bring your own crafty project and enjoy conversation, snacks, and your creativity. All ages are welcome. Tatting & crochet instruction available upon request.

Meets on the 1st Monday of the month.

THURSDAYS, 4PM, Lego Club – Build and play with a wide

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 11AM-1PM, Lego Club – Meets on

variety of recreational arts and crafts projects.

TUESDAYS, 10AM, Story Time – Open to all families and

assortment of Lego bricks. For ages 7 - 12.

the 2nd Saturday of the month.

FRIDAYS, 11AM-12PM, Drop-in Computer Help – Learn

MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 4:30PM & SATURDAY, DECEMBER

computer basics, create an email account, and get help with online job applications. These sessions are designed for those who are just beginning to learn about technology or who want to grow their digital skills.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 10:30AM, Yarns and Heroes

ception – The reception will include live music and refreshments.

Exhibition Opening Reception – Come celebreate the opening of an exhibit of artwork by members of the Central City Senior Center. Refreshments will be provided.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29, 10:30-11:30AM, La Hora Del

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 4-5PM, Nintendo Switch Gaming

Day – Hang out with your friends and play video games at the Library. We’ve got a number of Nintendo Switch games to choose from.

CHILDREN’S RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY 913 Napoleon Ave // 504-596-2628 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm DAILY IN DECEMBER, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, Living Dead

– This year’s PhotoNOLA exhibit features Living Dead series by Rachel June. June works in many different mediums including plexiglass, vinyl, wood, acyclic paint, and film. This installation reflects time (past and present), the economy, and our culture

– Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages.

Meets on the 2nd Monday and 4th Saturday of the month.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 12-3PM, Living Dead Opening Re-

Cuento / Bilingual Spanish Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages. Sponsored by the Tulane Stone Center for Latin American Studies and the Library’s Pebbles Center. Meets on the last Saturday of the month.

EAST NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL LIBRARY 5641 Read Blvd // 596-0200 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm MONDAYS THROUGH DECEMBER 17, 5-6PM, Maker Monday

– Make cool stuff. Work on a different project, including crafts, food, and STEM activities. For ages 11 - 17. In December, make things to give as gifts.

MONDAYS THROUGH DECEMBER 17, 6-7PM, Anime Club –

Watch anime with friends and other fans. For ages 11 - 17.

All programs are free and open to the public.

To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-imparied, call 504-896-2583.

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DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

TUESDAYS, 5-6PM, Story Time – Open to all families and

caregivers with children ages 5 & under.

WEDNESDAYS THROUGH DECEMBER 19, 12-2PM, Drop-In

Tech Help – Feeling stuck with your computer or device? Bring us your questions and stop by the upstairs office for help.

SUNDAYS THROUGH DECEMBER 16, 2-3PM, Drop-In Crafts

for Everyone – Simple crafts for all ages. All supplies provided.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1PM, Urban Fiction Book Club

– Discuss a new book each month. December’s selection is Skyscraper by Zane. Light refreshments provided. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

you want to see at your Library. In December, we will work on projects for the Library and make cards to help spread cheer in our community. For ages 11 - 17.

WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 5 & 12, 5-6PM, Girls Who Code –

Join a supportive club where girls learn coding and solve realworld problems. No experience? No problem. For ages 13 - 18. In partnership with Girls Who Code.

Think Fun Thursday– Make a craft or participate in an activity every week. For ages 6 - 12. View weekly activities on our website.

THURSDAYS, DECEMBER 6 & 13, 4-5PM,

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 5:30-7:30PM, BYOWine & Coloring

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 5:30-7:30PM, Healthy Holiday

– For ages 21 and over. Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month.

Cooking with Sankofa Community Development Corporation – Join a Sankofa Community Health Ambassador for a handson cooking demonstration where kids and caregivers will have the opportunity to create healthy (and delicious!) pumpkin pancakes, just in time for the holidays. Participants will also learn about the health effects of added sugar, finding it on food labels, and how to avoid hidden sugars. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2602 or emailing Dana at dwilkosz@nolalibrary.org. For ages 6 and over; children under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 11AM-12PM, Community Yoga –

Teen Advisory Board – Earn community service hours, eat pizza, and help decide what TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5-6PM,

Enjoy a free yoga class for all levels. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2-4PM, Candy Houses – Build a

house or other structure using candy, graham crackers, and more.

All supplies provided. For families.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 4-6PM, Youth Empowerment Project

Info Session – Representatives from the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) will provide informational sessions and answer questions about their mentoring, employment readiness, and enrichment services. They will have applications for individuals who want to apply. For ages 16-24.

Suggested Titles For Young Adults IF YOU LIKED Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, READ This is Kind of an Epic Love Story by Kheryn Callender.

IF YOU LIKED Heartless by Marissa Meyer, READ A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney

IF YOU LIKED The Notebook

by Nicholas Sparks, READ The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows.

IF YOU LIKED Time’s Convert

by Deborah Harkness, READ An Easy Death by Charlaine Harris.

For Adults

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Occasionally, event dates and times change. Check nolalibrary.org or call the library location to confirm the most current event information.

DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 6-7:30PM, Craft Circle – Calling

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 9-10AM, Infant Massage Parent

all crafters: bring your knitting, crochet, cross stitch, or other projects for a relaxing night at the Library. We will also have some supplies for those who want to start something new.

– Gather and participate in a Doctor Who-themed activity. In December, watch a favorite episode. Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.

Education Class – Certified Infant Massage Parent Educator AnnMarie Dunn, CEIM, OTR, will teach techniques for infant massage. Benefits include improved circulation, digestion, sleep, neurological development, and muscle tone, as well as lowered stress and boosted immune systems. Please bring a towel and cold-pressed oil (any fruit or vegetable oil will work) to practice with on your child ages 6 weeks to 7 months.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2-4PM, Adult Book Club – Discuss

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 6:30-8PM, New Orleans 300: The

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 5-6PM, Whovian Wednesdays

a new book each month. December’s selection is Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 5-7PM, Wrap It Up! Gift Wrapping

Class – Learn how to beautifully wrap packages for the holiday season. All wrapping materials will be provided, but please bring your own gifts or boxes to wrap.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31, 11AM-12PM, Noon Year’s Eve

Party – Celebrate 2019 with crafts, games, and a countdown to noon. Kids can bring a plush one (a favorite teddy bear or toy) to celebrate too. For families.

Soul of New Orleans– Clarinetist, composer, jazz historian and musical educator Michael White, PhD, of Xavier University, will celebrate a lifetime of second lines and jazz funerals at this very special Author Night.

ROSA F. KELLER LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTER 4300 S Broad Avenue // 596-2660 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS, 11AM, Story Time for Babies & Toddlers – Open to

all families and caregivers with children age 2 and younger.

CITA DENNIS HUBBELL LIBRARY

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-

725 Pelican Ave // 596-3113

One Computer Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2660.

M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS-THURSDAYS, 4:30-6:30PM, Drop-In Homework

Help – Need help with your homework? Ask at the desk.

MONDAYS-FRIDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One

Computer Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-3113.

MONDAYS, 4-5PM, Reading to Thor – Thor, a licensed therapy

dog, provides a patient and receptive audience for reluctant readers- and kids who just love dogs- to practice reading aloud.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10:30AM, Story Time – Open to all

families and caregivers with children of all ages.

THURSDAYS, 5-6PM, Comic Book Club – Are you interested in

comics? If so, meet others at the Library who share your comic book interests. Talk about your favorite heroes and movies, and discover new comics you might enjoy.

SATURDAYS, 10:30AM & 2PM, Family Movies at Hubbell – To

see the scheduled movies visit nolalibrary.org. Refreshments are provided.

SATURDAYS, 2-3:30PM, Community Composting with

Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

MONDAYS, 6-7:30PM, Toastmasters Meeting – A public

speaking group which empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

TUESDAYS, 6-7PM, La Table Louisianaise: Louisiana French

Conversation and Discussion Group – A group for learning and discussion of the French of Louisiana, including its origins, its present condition, and its future. All levels of fluency welcome.

For more information, contact Sam Craft at 504-427-9375 or atablelouisianaise@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

TUESDAYS, 6-7:45PM, English Conversation Circle – A

supportive, relaxed environment for those who want to strengthen their English-speaking skills. Specifically designed for the ESL community. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

WEDNESDAYS, 6-7PM, Spanish Conversation Circle – An

informal, supportive conversation circle for beginners or those wishing to improve their fluency. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

WEDNESDAYS, 5-7PM, Ask About Medicare – Are you

confused about what Medicare is? Do you know what it covers

All programs are free and open to the public.

To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-imparied, call 504-896-2583.

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DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

and what it costs? Are you not sure how or when you need to enroll? Join us for this educational drop-in, where you can get the answers to all of your questions. Don’t keep yourself in the dark when making decisions about your Medicare health care options.

Educational materials will also be available.

guided, but a staff member will be present to help you get started and to support you if you get stuck. Please bring your own smart phone, tablet, or laptop, if available. We will provide a limited amount of devices for sharing. No prior coding experience necessary. For ages 10 and over.

WEDNESDAYS, 6-7PM & SATURDAYS, 10-10:45AM, Notary

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 11AM-1PM, Holiday Fun Event

Public Services provided by volunteers – Call 504-596-2660 in advance to confirm a volunteer will be in attendance. Notary services are not available to businesses. Limited to 5 stamps per person. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

– Celebrate the holidays with us! We will have yummy treats, fun crafts, book giveaways, story time, and a special guest. In partnership with the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

THURSDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Drop In & Play – Enjoy play time,

Writers’ Workshop – Are you interested in writing, but you don’t know how to get started? Are you writing already but you aren’t sure where to turn for feedback? Bring something you’ve already written that is one page or less and share your work with a supportive group. For ages 13 - 17. Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

meet new friends, and share Lego Duplo, Play-Doh, and puzzles.

Open to all families and caregivers with children age 1 - 5. No registration is needed.

THURSDAYS, 1-2:30PM, Discussing The New Yorker, a weekly

discussion group – Copies of The New Yorker are available at the Library and at nolalibrary.org using the digital magazine service Flipster. Limited to 15 participants. To register, email Jillian at j.henree14@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 5-6PM, Teen Tuesday: Young

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 6-7PM, Reading to Rover –

for those who want to become U.S. citizens by guiding them through the application forms and tutoring for the naturalization test. In partnership with the Order of St. Lazarus. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

Reading to Rover is an opportunity to share the unconditional love of dogs with children who want to read, practice reading aloud, or who may not have a pet of their own. Pre-readers can sit with mom or dad while being read to with Rover. Make new friends, two-legged and four-legged, while you enjoy reading.

Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Sponsored by and made possible by the Visiting Pet Program.

SATURDAYS, 10:30AM-12PM, Community Composting with

MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 6-7:30PM, Creative Writing

SATURDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Citizenship Class – Assistance

Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

SATURDAYS, 11AM, Pre-K Story Time – Open to all families

and caregivers with children ages 3 - 5.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 4-5:30PM, Crescent City Reading

Buddies Book Club – This book club partners middle school student volunteers with younger children ages 2 - 7 to read oneon-one helping to build literacy skills. Students ages 12 - 14 who are interested in volunteering, please contact Nikki at nleali@ icloud.com. Meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5-6PM, Teen Tuesday: Youth

Advisory Board – Need volunteer and leadership experience for your college and job applications? Want to have a say in what the Library plans for teens? Share your ideas with us in a relaxed environment. For ages 13 - 17. Meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 10AM-2PM, Mahjong Meetup – Play

the ancient Chinese tile game with others.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 5-6PM, Hour of Code– Hour of

Code is a global movement that introduces people of all ages to computer science through a one-hour online tutorial from code. org. There are a variety of fun tutorials to choose from, such as Angry Birds, Frozen, and Minecraft. All of the tutorials are self-

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Workshop – A dynamic adult writing workshop in which students will produce, share, and critique texts while learning how to develop character, voice, and style. Instructors will be Trisha Rezende, MFA, and Casey Lefante, MFA. RSVP at mlopez@nolalibrary.org or call 504-695-2660. Sponsored by the Friends of New Orleans Public Library. Meets on the 3rd Monday of the month.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 6-7:30PM, Book Gumbo – A

neighborhood group for people who love to read and get together to discuss ideas. December’s selection is If You Leave Me by Crystal Hana Kim. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

MARTIN LUTHER KING LIBRARY 1611 Caffin Ave // 596-2695 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm DAILY THROUGH JANUARY 4, DURING LIBRARY HOURS,

Re-Examining the Landscape – This year’s PhotoNOLA exhibit features Re-Examining the Landscape series by Kalee Appleton.

Driven by the evolution of photography from analog-based to a predominately digital medium, Appleton’s artistic research examines the materiality of photography.

Occasionally, event dates and times change. Check nolalibrary.org or call the library location to confirm the most current event information.

DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-

One Computer Tutoring –Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2695.

MONDAYS, 3:30PM, Game Day – Play video, board, and card

games.

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TUESDAYS, 3:30PM, After-School Family Story Time – Open

to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

THURSDAYS, 5-7PM, Teen Movie Night – Enjoy a movie

based off of a YA novel and refreshments. Visit our website for upcoming movies.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5:30-7PM, Financial Literacy

Series – Explore different topics every week. View upcoming workshops on nolalibrary.org. In partnership with SisterHearts, Inc. Sponsored by Junior League of New Orleans, Gulf Coast Bank, and the National Council of Jewish Women. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 11AM-1PM, Saturday Morning

Cartoons – Family friendly movie time. Refreshments will be served. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 5:30-7PM, BYOWine and Coloring –

For ages 21 and over. Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 12 & 26, 6-7:30PM, New Journeys

Toastmasters Club – New Journeys Toastmasters club provides a fun, supportive, and positive learning experience where members and guests are empowered to develop public speaking, communication, and leadership skills. For ages 18 & over. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.

Theme:

BL ACK MIGR ATIONS Designs will be judged on creativity, artistic merit, and the best representation of the theme.

To enter, get an entry form from any Library or at nolalibrary.org. Contest submissions are due at noon on Friday, January 18, 2019.

PRIZES: 1st Place Prize – $100 Gift Card 2nd Place Prize – $50 Gift Card 3rd Place Prize – $25 Gift Card

AGE CATEGORIES: Pre-K–6th Grade 7th –12th Grade

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 11AM-12PM, Whatchamacallit

– Engage in a unique activity, like cooking, VR gaming, magic tricks, and more, that will foster creativity and community. For ages 13 - 18. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 5:30-7:30PM, Healthy Holiday

Cooking with Sankofa Community Development Corporation – Join a Sankofa Community Health Ambassador for a handson cooking demonstration where kids and caregivers will have the opportunity to create healthy (and delicious!) pumpkin pancakes, just in time for the holidays. Participants will also learn about the health effects of added sugar, finding it on food labels, and how to avoid hidden sugars. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2602 or emailing Dana at dwilkosz@nolalibrary.org. For ages 6 and over; children under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22, 11AM-1PM, Make It! Family Crafts

– Make a new family craft every month. Bring the whole family and make something with your hands. Meets on the 4th Saturday of the month.

MILTON H. LATTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 5120 St. Charles Ave // 596-2625 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS, 10:30AM, Story Time – Open to all

families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

WEDNESDAYS, 12:30-2PM, Community Composting – Bring

frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

FRIDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Drop In & Play – Enjoy some play time

at the Library. Meet new friends while sharing blocks, puzzles, imaginative toys, and engaging STEAM activities. For ages 1 - 5.

SUNDAYS, 1-2PM, E-Resources Happy Hour – Learn about the

many electronic resources, including e-books and audiobooks, available through the Library. Bring your laptop, smart phone, tablet, or e-reader with you, along with a valid Library card.

All programs are free and open to the public.

To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-imparied, call 504-896-2583.

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DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

SUNDAYS, 2-3PM, Community Yoga on the Front Lawn –

DAILY, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, Craft Corner – Make a fun

Enjoy a free yoga class for all levels. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. Will move inside in case of bad weather.

simple craft with supplies and examples provided. A new craft every two weeks. This is a passive craft for children, located in the Alan and Cecilia Sands Early Literacy Center. Assistance from a guardian is recommended for younger ages.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2-3PM, Poetry Buffet – Three local

poets read from their own work each month. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2-3PM, Tea and Social Club – Join

Tandem Tea Company for a relaxing hour of fine teas, featuring a complimentary tasting of their rarest teas. Meets on the 1st Sunday of the month.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 6-7:30PM, Sew Hip NOLA – A

MONDAYS-THURSDAYS BY RESERVATION, 10AM-4PM,

YMCA YES! Adult Education – Enrolled students receive individualized teaching focused on academic skills, workforce development, and technological knowledge. Enrollment is required by calling 504-596-3842 or emailing yes@ ymcaneworleans.org

monthly gathering of intermediate sewists who meet to create various projects together. Upcoming projects and photos can be found on their Facebook group, Sew Hip NOLA. Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

WEDNESDAYS, 3-5:30PM, Yu-Gi-Oh! Wednesdays – Teen

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 11AM-12:30PM, Bookie Boomers

Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

Book Club – Discuss a new book each month. New members are always welcome. Call the Library at 504-596-2625 for this month’s selection. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month.

duelists of all skill levels are welcome to play. Bring your own deck.

THURSDAYS, 8:30-10AM, Community Composting with

THURSDAYS, 4-6PM, Homework Help and College Prep – A

ages 21 and over. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

dedicated staff person is available in the Teen Zone to provide teens with one-on-one assistance using HomeworkLouisiana and navigating the college application process. For ages 13 - 19.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 6-7:45PM, A Book Club Named

FRIDAYS, 12:30PM, & SATURDAYS, 10:30AM, Story Time &

Desire – Open to all interested persons. Find them on facebook. com for upcoming titles. Meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month.

FRIDAYS, 3-4:30PM, Xbox Afternoon – Teens, bring your own

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 6-8PM, Wine & Coloring – For

Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 7 and under. Weekly themes are listed on our website. rated T games or play ours.

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SATURDAYS, 1-4PM, Saturday Chess League – Learn and play

MAIN LIBRARY

chess. Open to adults and teens, beginners and skilled players.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 4:30-6PM, Bike Maintenance

219 Loyola Ave // 596-2560 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm DAILY THROUGH DECEMBER 31, DURING LIBRARY HOURS,

New Orleans 300: Female Enterprise: Women Business and Property Owners in New Orleans – This exhibit presents a selection of women who owned real estate or businesses in New Orleans during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Ranging from the well-known, like the Baroness Pontalba, to the obscure, like midwife Susie A. Carter, each contributed in some way to the economy of the Crescent City.

DAILY, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, Stories Unfold at the Library

– This series by Paper Monuments is designed to engage a broader audience than traditional historical markers through the combination of written (narrative) and illustrated (visual) storytelling.

DAILY, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One Computer Tutoring

– Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2570.

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Workshop – Learn from Bike Easy experts how to make quick fixes on the go using the library’s new bike repair stations and other maintenance tips to keep you in gear. This 90-minute workshop will focus on the basics of bike maintenance, and participants will leave with an expanded knowledge of how to diagnose problems on their bikes. Open to all experience levels, we will work in groups to practice hands-on maintenance. We’ll also have a short discussion of commuting basics, safe riding tips and being a vehicle on the road. Instructors will be happy to answer questions about bike fit, equipment, and rules of the road.

Participants do not need to provide their own bikes.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2-4PM, Video Game Day – Play your

favorite video games on the second floor in the Teen Zone. It’s all free so bring a friend. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2-3:30PM, Coffee & Coloring

– Enjoy a relaxing environment with coffee, coloring, and conversation. Coloring materials are provided, or feel free to bring your own. Sponsored by Friends of New Orleans Public Library. Meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month.

Occasionally, event dates and times change. Check nolalibrary.org or call the library location to confirm the most current event information.

DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

FRIDAYS, DECEMBER 14, 21 & 28, 2-3PM, Every Child Ready

to Read – Every Child Ready to Read is a workshop series that teaches children early literacy skills and provides caregivers with techniques to continue teaching at home. 12/14: Fun with Letters; 12/21: Fun with Words; 12/28: Fun with Stories.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 10AM-6PM, GRAMMY Camp-

Weekend – GRAMMY Camp-Weekend is a free daylong music industry experience where a small group of 20 - 30 high school students can gain an introduction to the business of music.

Participants can choose to learn about audio engineering, electronic music production, and songwriting. Participants leave with a better understanding of how the music business works and how they can begin to plan to a successful career path. Participants must commit to attending the whole day from 10am to 6pm. Please register online at bit.ly/2O3RkKd , or email jmutnansky@grammymuseum.org, or call 504-596-2565 to sign up by phone. In partnership with the GRAMMY Museum and Best Buy Teen Tech Center. Sponsored by Best Buy. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2-4PM, Anime Club – In the Teen

Zone on the second floor. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16, 3-4:30PM, littleBits Inventor Club

– Learn, play, and build with littleBits. Each month will be a different design challenge. Open to all skill levels, ages 8-17 and caregivers. Visit our chapter webpage at littlebits.com/inventorclubs/new-orleans-public-library for more information. Meets on the 3rd Sunday of the month.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 5:30-7:30PM, Best Buy Teen

Tech Center Community Night – Community Night is an opportunity for community members of all ages to come view the space and see the projects teens have been creating and working on. The Best Buy Teen Tech Center at the New Orleans Public Library is made possible by grant funds from Best Buy and The Clubhouse Network, a collaboration with the MIT Media Lab. Learn more about the Best Buy Teen Tech Center on our website. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2-3PM, Robotics Hour – Using our

robots Dot and Dash, kids will learn to traverse a mini robot obstacle course. For ages 9 - 13.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2-4PM, Tabletop Gaming – In the

Teen Zone on the second floor. Meets on the 4th Saturday of the month.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2-3:30PM, Board Game Cafe – Take

a break at Board Game Cafe. Coffee, tea, and games- UNO, Scrabble, Munchkin, and more- will be available. Meets on the 4th Friday of the month.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2-4PM, Bonus Crafternoon – Teen

interest-driven crafting time – come tell us what you want to make.

NORMAN MAYER LIBRARY 3001 Gentilly Blvd // 596-3100 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm MONDAYS & TUESDAYS, 10AM-12PM, One-on-One Computer

Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the library offers.

WEDNESDAYS, 10:30AM, Baby & Toddler Story Time – Open

to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

WEDNESDAYS, 5-7PM, Board and Tabletop Gaming – Play

board, card, and tabletop games in the Teen Room. Play one of our games or bring your own.

SATURDAYS, 3-4PM, Lego Club – Build and play with a wide

assortment of Lego bricks.

SUNDAYS, 2-3:30PM, Community Composting with Compost

NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste dropoff. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

SATURDAYS, DECEMBER 1 & 15, 10AM-1PM, Divine Design

Sewing Class – Skill building, creativity, respect, responsibility, perseverance, and self-discipline can be learned through the art of sewing. For girls ages 13-17. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2:30PM, NaNoWriMo: Follow Up

Session – November’s over. Now what? Win or lose, come find out what to do next with your NaNovel at our post-November get-together.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 11AM-1PM, Land the Job of Your

Dreams with ReferenceUSA – During this lunch & learn session, you will learn how to access ReferenceUSA from home or office through nolalibrary.org, identify new sales prospects, create customized business & consumer marketing lists, identify major industry groups, gather competitive business intelligence, and much more. Pre-registration is required by calling 504-5962658.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 5-6PM, Cookie Decorating for

Kids – Celebrate the holidays by dropping in to frost and decorate a pre-baked cookie.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 12-1:30PM, Bike Maintenance

Workshop – Learn from Bike Easy experts how to make quick fixes on-the-go using the Library’s new bike repair stations and other maintenance tips to keep you in gear. This 90-minute workshop will focus on the basics of bike maintenance, and participants will leave with an expanded knowledge of how to diagnose problems on their bikes. Practice hands-on maintenance in groups, and discuss commuting basics, safe riding tips, and being a vehicle on the road. Instructors will be

All programs are free and open to the public.

To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-imparied, call 504-896-2583.

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DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

happy to answer questions about bike fit, equipment, and rules of the road. Participants do not need to provide their own bikes.

Open to all experience levels.

NORA NAVRA LIBRARY 1902 St. Bernard Ave // 596-3118 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm DAILY THROUGH DECEMBER 28, DURING LIBRARY HOURS,

MID-CITY LIBRARY 4140 Canal St // 596-2654 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm.

DAILY THROUGH NOVEMBER 26, DURING LIBRARY HOURS,

Stories Unfold at the Library – This series by Paper Monuments is designed to engage a broader audience than traditional historical markers through the combination of written (narrative) and illustrated (visual) storytelling.

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One

Computer Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2654.

WEDNESDAYS, 5-7PM, Teen Anime Club – Do you love anime?

Do you want a chill environment to watch the latest cutting edge anime and eat snacks? Are you interested in free manga and comics drawing tutorials? We’ve got the club for you. For ages 12 - 18.

WEDNESDAYS, 5:30-7PM, Community Composting with

Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

THURSDAYS, 11AM, Story Time – Open to all families and

caregivers with children age 5 and under.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5-7:30PM, All Ages Anime Night:

Howl’s Moving Castle– When Sophie is cursed with an old body by a spiteful witch, her only chance of breaking the spell lies with a self-indulgent yet insecure young wizard in his legged, walking castle. Ample seating will be available but feel free to bring your favorite comfy beach chair. Snacks provided. All ages welcome.

The movie is rated PG and is 1 hr 46 min long.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 10, 6-7PM, Introduction to Tai Chi–

Take a break from holiday stress and join us for a relaxing and energizing session of Tai Chi. Local instructor Barry Goodman will lead an introductory class that will teach you the basics of this form. Please wear comfortable clothing.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 6PM, Family Story Time – Open to

all families and caregivers with children age 3 - 5. Meets on the 3rd Monday of the month. In partnership with the Mid-City Rotary Club and with pizza provided by Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza.

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Stories Unfold at the Library – This series by Paper Monuments is designed to engage a broader audience than traditional historical markers through the combination of written (narrative) and illustrated (visual) storytelling.

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One

Computer Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-3118.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 9-10:30AM, Computer Class

– Designed for those who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-3118.

TUESDAYS, 5:30-7PM, Community Composting with Compost

NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste dropoff. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

WEDNESDAYS, 11AM, Story Time – Open to all families and

caregivers with children age 5 and under.

THURSDAYS, 4-5:30PM, TONN-O-Fun: Teens Of Nora Navra

Own Fun – A different activity for teens and tweens every week.

Call the Library at 504-596-3118 for this week’s activity. For ages 12 - 17.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 6-7:30PM, Land the Job of Your

Dreams with ReferenceUSA – ReferenceUSA provides indepth information on more than 14 million U.S. potential employers nationwide. Their Internet-based database will guide you in conducting research about industries and companies, find over 200,000 human resource executives, and prepare for interviews. Bill Carlson, a ReferenceUSA Representative, will present on how it can be utilized as a job searching tool and will answer questions about researching all phases of your job search.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 6-7PM, Breast Healthy: A

Single Topic Session by Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast– This program focuses on breast health, addressing common concerns from the community about breast cancer, early detection, prevention, and treatment. In partnership with Planned Parenthood.

Occasionally, event dates and times change. Check nolalibrary.org or call the library location to confirm the most current event information.

DECEMBER EVENT LISTINGS

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 6-7PM, Popular Fiction Book Club

NIX LIBRARY 1401 S. Carrollton Ave // 596-2630 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm

– Discuss a new book each month. December’s selection is All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin. Meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One

Computer Tutoring – Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2630.

WEDNESDAYS, 5:30PM, Story Time – Open to all families and

caregivers with toddlers to children age 7.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 11AM-12PM, Science Saturdays

– Participate in a fun, hands-on science experiment. For ages 7 12. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

ROBERT E. SMITH LIBRARY

1718-2018

ADULT WRITING CONTEST The New Orleans Public Library wants your short story, poem, or essay for our inaugural Winter Writing Contest!

6301 Canal Blvd // 596-2638 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm DAILY, BY APPOINTMENT, One-on-One Computer Tutoring

– Designed for adults who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills and utilize the many digital resources the Library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2638.

WEDNESDAYS, 10-11AM, E-Resources Help Hour – Learn

about the many electronic resources, including e-books and audiobooks, available through the Library. Bring your laptop, smart phone, tablet, or e-reader for individual assistance.

THURSDAYS, 11AM, Story Time – Open to all families and

caregivers with children age 5 and under.

SATURDAYS, 3-4PM, Lego Club SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 12-1PM, Teen Improv Hour – Learn

the basics of improvisational acting in this fun-filled workshop.

There will be a brief introduction of the form followed by warm up exercises. At the end, do your own improv performance. For ages 12 - 17.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 6-7PM, Dementia Conversations:

Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning –The Alzheimer’s Association will offer helpful tips to assist families in having honest and caring conversations with family members about dementia. The workshop reinforces the need to plan ahead and build a care team that communicates well in order to reduce the stress that can accompany a disease like Alzheimer’s and connects you with helpful resources to enhance quality of life for everyone involved.

Theme:

NEW ORLEANS TURNS 30 0!

With this theme in mind, use at least seven of these ten words within your submission:

Revelry, Commemorate, Culture, Reflection, Anniversary, Tradition, Resilience, Influence, Becoming, Inheritance To enter, get an entry form from any Library or at nolalibrary.org. Contest submissions are due at 5pm on Friday, January 11, 2019.

PRIZES:* 1st Place – $100 Value Prize Pack 2nd Place – $50 Value Prize Pack 3rd Place – Value Prize Pack *Prizes courtesy of Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

Celebrating Our History & Culture

All programs are free and open to the public.

To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-imparied, call 504-896-2583.

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LOCATIONS EN

SM NM

MC NV MLK

AV MAIN

NX

KE CC

HB

LA AR

CRC

Algiers Regional Library – AR

Milton H. Latter Library – LA

3014 Holiday Dr. • 596-2641

5120 St. Charles Ave. • 596-2625

Alvar Library – AV

Main Library – MAIN

913 Alvar St. • 596-2667

219 Loyola Ave. • 596-2560

Central City Library – CC

Norman Mayer Library – NM

2405 Jackson Ave. • 596-3110

3001 Gentilly Blvd. • 596-3100

Children’s Resource Center Library – CRC

Mid-City Library – MC

913 Napoleon Ave. • 596-2628

4140 Canal St. • 596-2654

East New Orleans Regional Library – EN

Nora Navra Library – NV

5641 Read Blvd. • 596-0200

1902 St. Bernard Ave. • 596-3118

Cita Dennis Hubbell Library – HB

Nix Library – NX

725 Pelican Ave. • 596-3113

1401 S. Carrollton Ave. • 596-2630

Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center – KE

Robert E. Smith Library – SM 6301 Canal Blvd. • 596-2638

4300 S. Broad Ave. • 596-2660

Martin Luther King Library – MLK 1611 Caffin Ave. • 596-2695

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