Library Magazine - April 2018

NEW ORLEANS P UB L IC L IB R A R Y

News, Events, & Featured Products APRIL 2018

Listen with the Library Choose from over 13 million songs and over 40,000 music videos using Freegal.

New Orleans 300 April Programs & Exhibit New & Improved Nora Navra Library & Main Library Fun Fest Facts

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Using the Library

New Orleans 300

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The New Orleans Public Library offers a wide variety of interesting, entertaining, and educational resources at each of our 14 library locations throughout Orleans Parish and online at nolalibrary.org.

Below is an introduction to some of our most popular resources.

Freegal

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Fun Fest Facts New & Improved: Nora Navra and Main Libraries Event Listings

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LIBRARY CARDS Free library cards are available for all Orleans Parish residents as well as those who currently have a valid library card from Jefferson and St. Bernard parishes. Apply at any library location or online: nolalibrary.org/services RENEWING YOUR ITEMS

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Most items can be renewed twice unless another user has placed a hold on the item.

Items can be renewed in person, over the phone, or online.

• With the assistance of a library staff member, items can be renewed in person at any library location or by calling any library location.

• Items can be renewed over the phone using the automated renewal system by calling 504-596-2693. Only those with outstanding fines of less than $20 can renew using the automated system.

Algiers Regional Library, 6 Alvar Library, 6 Central City Library, 7

• To renew items using the online library catalog, visit catalog.nolaibrary.org.

Click on My Account, log in to your account and then click Items Out from the drop-down list.

Children’s Resource Center Library, 7 East New Orleans Regional Library, 7-8 Cita Dennis Hubbell Library, 8-9 Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center, 9-10 Martin Luther King Library, 10

RETURNING MATERIALS Materials can be returned to any of our library locations, regardless of where they were checked out. Bookdrops are located both within and outside of every New Orleans Public Library location. To prevent damage, DVDs and CDs should be returned to the circulation desk.

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

Top 5 Children’s Books

MISSION STATEMENT

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Suggested Titles

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Location Map

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New Orleans Public Library: Transforming Lives, Enriching Neighborhoods, and Preserving History VISION STATEMENT New Orleans Public Library is a catalyst for change in a growing, connected, and vibrant city.

2017-2019 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES Champion Literacy Strengthen Communities Enrich Minds To learn more about the Library’s Strategic Plan visit nolalibrary.org and click on About Us on the main navigation menu.

Stay connected with us by following our social media accounts

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300 New Orleans

Celebrating Our History & Culture

New Orleans 300 April 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 New Orleans Public Library.

Friends of the

NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY

DAILY THROUGH DECEMBER 31

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 6-7:30PM

MAIN LIBRARY

LATTER LIBRARY

Female Enterprise: Women Business and Property Owners in New Orleans

Making Groceries

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.

Join Notarial Archivist Sally Reeves for a discussion about how the public markets of New Orleans were once synonymous with urban life. From colonial times forward, the city put major stock into its market system, which became big business for the economy. It was an incubator for many of the city’s old French restaurants and functioned as a major employer and free market forum until well into the 20th century.

Image: courtesy of Laine Kaplan-Levenson/WWNO.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 6-7:30PM MID-CITY LIBRARY

Defining Jazz Fest Kick off week one of New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival with New Orleans cultural scholar and writer Alex Rawls as he explores the history, heritage, and heirs of the festival at the Fairgrounds. Rawls will be joined in conversation by Ponderosa Stomp founding program director Alison Fensterstock. Further reading: Rawls is a frequent contributor to The Times Picayune and Offbeat Magazine. His writings about music and culture can be found at MySpiltMilk.com.

Image: courtesy of presenter.

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Free Music To Your Ears (& Eyes) Download & Stream Songs & Music Videos with Freegal Music Freegal Music is the free music service provided by the Library that provides access to over 13 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists, and over 40,000 music videos. In total, the collection is comprised of music from over 40,000 labels with music that originates in over 100 countries. With Freegal Music, there is no software to download, and there are no digital rights management (DRM) restrictions.

How Freegal Music Works: • Library Users can use their library card to login to Freegal and then stream songs or videos for six hours per day and receive seven download credits per week.

Top 5

Albums streamed by New Orleans Public Library cardholders: 1. Man of the Woods – Justin Timberlake 2. Call Me by Your Name (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Sufjan Stevens 3. American Teen – Khalid

• Downloads are in the MP3 format and videos are in the MP4 format and work on almost any computer, player, tablet, or smartphone.

To access Freegal Music, visit nolalibrary.org, click Borrow on the main navigation menu, click Listen, and you’ll see Freegal Music at the bottom of the webpage.

Take your music with you by downloading the Freegal Music mobile app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

4. Greatest Hits: 40 Trips Around The Sun – Toto

5. Camila – Camila Cabello featuring Young Thug

Let’s Get Ready to Fest Use Freegal Music to download or stream music of French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest artists. Below are a few of our favorites to get you started.

FRENCH QUARTER FEST: Amanda Shaw The Dixie Cups Irma Thomas Rebirth Brass Band Sweet Crude Wendell Brunious

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Jazz Fest: Aerosmith Better than Ezra Jack White Jimmy Buffett Khalid Preservation Hall Jazz Band Sting

Irma Thomas. Photo by Zack Smith Photography, Courtesy of French Quarter Festivals, Inc.

Fun Fest facts French Quarter Festival began in 1984 as

a way to support neighborhood businesses after the completion of extensive street and sidewalk construction in the French Quarter in preparation for the 1984 Louisiana World Exposition. The 35th Annual French Quarter Festival will be held April 12-15. For more information about French Quarter Fest, visit fqfi.org.

Mayor Ernest N. Morial exercising with Richard Simmons at French Quarter Festival.

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival

began in 1968 as part of the festivities surrounding the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of New Orleans. It was originally known as New Orleans’ International Jazz Festival and was administered by a non-profit by the same name. In 1970, it adopted its current name and began its administration by a new non-profit, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation, which governs it to this day. Jazz Fest will be held April 27-29 & May 3-6. For more information about Jazz Fest, visit nojazzfest.com.

Images provided by Louisiana Division/City Archives & Special Collections.

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NEW & IMPROVED A new Nora Navra Library and an improved Main Library Nora Navra Library 1902 St. Bernard Ave.

Nora Navra Library, 1960

The Nora Navra Library, originally called Branch 9, opened in two temporary locations during 1946. The original permanent 2,500-square-foot building, located at 1902 St. Bernard Avenue, was dedicated as the Nora Navra Library on May 2, 1954. The building was severely damaged during Hurricane Katrina and remained closed until it was demolished in 2017. Construction on the new 7,800-square-foot building is currently being completed, and a Community Celebration and Open House is scheduled for Saturday, May 12, 2018. Once the library opens, all six libraries that were damaged beyond repair by Hurricane Katrina will have been rebuilt.

Main Library 219 Loyola Ave. On December 15, 1958, the new Main Library at 219 Loyola Avenue opened its doors to the public for the first time. In its almost 60-year history, the Main Library has never received any significant renovation work, until now. The updates will primarily occur on the first floor and will include a new layout that utilizes the space more efficiently, new flooring, painting, new shelving, additional computers, and new furniture. The new layout will feature a lobby with exhibit displays, a program/community meeting room, a selfcheckout area, and an expanded computer/tech area. Due to the work being performed, the Main Library will be closed from Sunday, April 15 through Sunday, April 29 to complete the final steps of the renovation.

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Main Library, 1958

Main Library will be closed Sunday, April 15 through Sunday, April 29 to complete the renovation work.

The new Nora Navra Library will feature: • 54 hours per week of service: Monday–Thursday, 10am-8pm; Friday–Saturday, 10am-5pm • A new 7,800-square-foot, energyefficient ADA compliant building

Nora Navra Library Exterior

• Dedicated areas for Adults, Teens, & Children and a community meeting room

Nora Navra Library Community Celebration & Open House

• 16,500+ collection items including books, newspapers, magazines, DVDs, & CDs

Saturday, May, 12, 10am-5pm

• 28 public computer workstations

ADULT LOUNGE/LAPTOP BAR/TECHNOLOGY Main Library Adult Reading & Laptop Area

LIBRARY INTERIORS, INC. 2801 Division St., Metairie, LA 70002

LOBBY/EXHIBITS

ADULT Main Library Lobby & Exhbit Space

COMPUTERS/COLLECTION-MUSIC, MOVIES & BOOKS Main Library Information Desk & Featured Collections

LIBRARY INTERIORS, INC. 2801 Division St., Metairie, LA 70002

To learn about the history of both the Nora Navra Library and the Main Library, visit nolalibrary.org.

LIBRARY INTERIORS, INC. 2801 Division St., Metairie, LA 70002

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APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY 3014 Holiday Dr // 596-2641 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm DAILY, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, APRIL 2-APRIL 30, Miranda

Williams Art Exhibit – An exhibition of artwork by local artist Miranda Williams is on display this month. Williams’ work is largely impressionistic and features bold colors.

MONDAYS-FRIDAYS 3-5PM; SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, 1-4PM, Second Harvest Snack Site – Free after-school snacks offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

MONDAYS & THURSDAYS THROUGH APRIL 16, 10AM-2PM, AARP Free Tax Assistance – AARP is offering free tax preparation assistance this tax season. AARP membership is not required. Please bring your picture ID, social security card, income documents, previous year’s completed taxes, and any other appropriate tax documents. Service is provided on a first come, first serve basis.

TUESDAYS, 10:30 AM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

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

SATURDAYS, 2:30PM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and up.

TUESDAYS, APRIL 3 & APRIL 17, 4-6PM, Teen Game Day – Get 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.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 5-6PM, West Bank Book Club – The West Bank Book Club meets every month to discuss their selection, which is usually literary fiction. Call Algiers Regional for this month’s book club selection. Meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month.

WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 11 & 25, 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.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2-3:30PM, A Celebration of Women – Celebrate the lives and contributions of women in the community and the empowerment of young ladies. Our keynote speaker is the Honorable Judge E. “Teena” Anderson-Trahan. Activities will also include poetry readings, literary recitations, musical selections, and dance performances. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library & Kilo Brands.

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshops: The Entrepreneurial Equation: Women’s Business Owner Roundtable Discussion – At this seminar, ideas and strategies will be shared.

Attendees will learn how to put banking, retirement, and insurance tools to work to build and protect their businesses.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 6:30-7:30PM, New Aurora Saxophone Ensemble Concert – The New Aurora Saxophone Ensemble performs a concert perfect for the whole family.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 10AM-12PM, Ancestry & HeritageQuest: An Introduction to Online Genealogy Services at NOPL – In this presentation, Amanda Fallis, MLIS, archivist at the New Orleans 6

Public Library’s Louisiana Division/City Archives & Special Collections, provides an introduction to using the two digital genealogy services, Ancestry and HeritageQuest, which are available through the NOPL. She will cover the basic structure and records in each database, navigation techniques, and searching tips. This program was developed by the Algiers Historical Society with the cooperation and support of the New Orleans Public Library.

THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 4-6PM, Teen Anime Club – Calling Otaku.

Watch anime and discuss the latest manga. Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2-3PM, Guys Read – This is a book club for guys ages 9 - 14. Meets on the last Saturday of the month.

ALVAR LIBRARY 913 Alvar St // 504-596-2667 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS-FRIDAYS 4-5PM, Second Harvest Snack Site – Free after-

school snacks and meals offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

TUESDAYS, 11AM, Toddler Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Drop-In Medicaid Assistance with Odyssey House – A representative from Odyssey House is available to assist with Medicaid applications and questions.

Odyssey House can also assist in answering questions such as: Why should I go to the doctor when I’m not sick? How often should I get tested for STIs? What is a co-pay? I have a loved one who is suffering from addiction, what resources are out there for them? How can I find affordable health care?

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

THURSDAYS, 5:30-7PM, Community Composting with Compost NOW – Bring your frozen food scraps to our weekly food waste dropoff. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshop: Financial Planning 101: Social Security, Healthcare & Your Retirement – Social Security experts and a Medicare specialist will be on hand to answer questions.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2-3:45PM, In the Garden Writers’ Workshop – Participants meet monthly to work on writing projects and share their work. The program is facilitated by staff member Henri Fourroux who writes and publishes poetry and staff member Sara Jacobelli who writes and publishes short stories. Local and visiting authors stop by periodically to read their work and share writing tips. Participants can work on various genres including poetry, fiction, nonfiction and plays.

Writers of all levels are welcome. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 5-6PM, National Poetry Month: A Collection of Verse with Petar Tchouhov – Celebrate National Poetry Month with prominent Bulgarian poet, scholar, musician, and librarian Petar Tchouhov. Light refreshments will be served. An additional reading will be held at Nix Library on Friday, April 20 from 5:307pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library. In partnership with Xavier University and the New Orleans Poetry Festival.

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

APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

CENTRAL CITY LIBRARY Mahalia Jackson Center, 2405 Jackson Ave, Ste. C-235 // 596-3110 M-Th 10am-7pm, Fri 11am-4pm MONDAYS-THURSDAYS, 3:30-5PM, Second Harvest Snack Site – Free

after-school snacks and meals offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

MONDAYS-FRIDAYS, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring – 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 504-596-3110.

MONDAYS, 4PM, Monday Crafternoon – Learn to make a variety of recreational arts and crafts projects.

TUESDAYS, 10AM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children ages 3 - 5.

MONDAYS, APRIL 2 & 16, 5:30 PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 10 and under. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.

MONDAY, APRIL 9, 5:30-6:30PM, STEAM Storybuilding with PlayBuild – Through stories, STEAM construction toys, and games, children’s thinking and problem-solving skills will be challenged in fun and hands-on ways while exploring design, architecture, city-planning disciplines. For ages 4 - 12. In partnership with PlayBuild NOLA. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

CHILDREN’S RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY 913 Napoleon Ave // 504-596-2628 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS, 4-5:30PM, Community Composting with Compost NOW

– Bring your frozen food scraps to our weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

WEDNESDAYS, 10:30 AM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages.

MONDAYS, APRIL 2 & 16, 4:30 PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.

MONDAY, APRIL 2, 6-8 PM, Stitch N’ Book Knitting, Crochet, Tatting & Crafting Circle – Bring your own crafty project and enjoy conversation, snacks, and your creativity. Tatting & crochet instruction available upon request. All ages are welcome. Meets on the 1st Monday of the month.

MONDAY, APRIL 9, 4:30 PM, Bilingual Spanish/English Story Time

& Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. This Story Time is made possible by the Tulane University’s Stone Center for Latin American Studies, in conjunction with the Library’s Pebbles Center. Meets on the 2nd Monday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 11AM-1PM, Lego Club – Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

MONDAY, APRIL 23, 4:30PM, French Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. Meets on the 4th Monday 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-THURSDAYS, 10AM-3PM, YMCA YES! Walk-in Computer

Assistance – Get help with computer basics, SNAP and general benefits application assistance, resume preparation and online job applications, locating social services information, referrals to specialized employment programs, and more. For more information, please call 504-596-3842 or visit their website.

MONDAYS, 5-6PM, Maker Mondays – Hang out in the teen room and make something cool. This month’s projects include Cubees, dirt cups, and candy sushi. For ages 11 - 17.

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS BY RESERVATION, 3-6:30PM, YMCA YES! High School Diploma Classes. For reservations, call 504-596-3842.

WEDNESDAYS THROUGH APRIL 11, 10AM-2PM, AARP Free Tax Assistance – AARP is offering free tax preparation assistance this tax season. AARP membership is not required. A picture ID, social security card, income documents, previous year’s completed taxes, and any other appropriate tax documents are required for assistance.

WEDNESDAYS, 4:30-5:30PM, Lego Club – Build and play with a wide assortment of Lego, Lego Duplo, and K’nex bricks. For ages 3 & up.

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

MONDAY, APRIL 2, 5-7PM, Financial Literacy Workshop: The Entrepreneurial Equation: Women’s Business Owner Roundtable Discussion – At this seminar, ideas and strategies will be shared.

Attendees will learn how to put banking, retirement, and insurance tools to work to build and protect their businesses.

TOP 5 CHILDREN’S BOOKS Checked out in February 2018 1. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney 2. A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle 3. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling 4. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway by Jeff Kinney 5. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules by Jeff Kinney

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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APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 5:30PM, Workforce Development Series:

Library Visits in 2017

OPEN

TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 5:30-7PM, Prime Time – During this family

reading program, hear stories; talk about books; enjoy a free, balanced meal; and win prizes. Registration is required. Email Adam Beebe at abeebe@nolalibrary.org for more information and to register.

Sponsored by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 6-7PM, Shelf Help: Fight the Clutter– Learn about books and online resources that can help you organize and clear your living space. Bring your questions - most of the hour is reserved for Q&A. Light refreshments provided.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 5:30-7:30PM, BYOB Wine & Coloring for ages 21 and over. Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month.

FRIDAYS, APRIL 6 & 13, 10-11:30AM, Yes! Computer Assistance

Services: Computer Basics – Topics include mouse, keyboard, and basic Internet skills. For more information or to sign up, please call 504-596-3842, email elizabethm@ymcaneworleans.org, or visit their website.

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 1PM, Urban Fiction Book Club – April’s selection is The Dopeman’s Wife by JaQuavis Coleman. Light refreshments provided. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

MONDAY, APRIL 9, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshop: Financial Planning 101: Social Security, Healthcare & Your Retirement – Social Security experts and a Medicare specialist will be on hand to answer questions.

TUESDAYS, APRIL 10, 17, & 24, 5-6PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children ages 5 & under.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 5-6PM, Teen Advisory Board – Eat pizza, earn volunteer hours, and help make decisions about what you want to see at the Library. For ages 11 - 17. Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 6PM, Workforce Development Series: Transitions: Reentering or Changing Careers – Have you decided to leave one career for another? Learn how to identify skill sets in an easy way. Learn what you can do to make the switch to another career. You will need to take the “Professionally You” survey online, which takes about 12 minutes, prior to attending. Email jrareshide@mindspring. com to request the codes to access the survey. Put “Survey” in the subject line.

FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 5-7PM, Teen Paint Nite – Paint your own masterpiece after the library closes. We’ll supply paint, canvases, ideas for inspiration, and food. For ages 11 - 17.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 11AM-12PM, Community Yoga with STAR Yoga – Enjoy a free yoga class with STAR Yoga. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 1-2PM, Taste Testers: Jelly Beans – Can you guess the flavor? Challenge your taste buds. For ages 11 - 17.

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 5-6PM, Kahoot Trivia – Choose your own topics and play using your phones or Library iPads. For ages 11 - 17.

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Bring Your Résumé Night – Bring your résumé for Jessica to review and make recommendations on any changes to improve it. Ask your important résumé questions specific to your experience and targeted position. Bring two copies of your résumé for review.

FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 3:30-4:30PM, Will It Waffle? – Participate in a fun food experiment. Test different foods in our waffle makers and answer the question: will it waffle? For ages 11 - 17.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 11AM-1PM, DIY Bird Houses – Celebrate Earth Day weekend by building and decorating colorful homes for our feathered friends. All supplies provided.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2-4PM, Adult Book Club – Our Book Club is for adults who enjoy reading and sharing their opinions about books.

Join us for refreshments and great discussion in a laid-back, friendly environment. There are no strict attendance or reading policies. Book recommendations are welcome. April’s selection is The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

SUNDAY, APRIL 22, 2-4PM, Movie Matinée – Enjoy a family-friendly movie matinée. April’s movie is Coco. Watch the trailer on our website.

Snacks provided.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 6PM, Workforce Development Series: Interview with a Purpose – Did you know that most candidates do not know how to tell an employer why they are the perfect candidate for the job? The interview is your opportunity to tell the employer why you fit the job. Get your specific questions answered about interviewing. This workshop also covers salary negotiation and other aspects of the job offer.

THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 5:30-7:45PM, Black Sci-Fi Club – This month, watch the classic 1999 movie The Matrix, directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski. This movie is rated R. All attendees must be 18+ or accompanied by an adult.

CITA DENNIS HUBBELL LIBRARY 725 Pelican Ave // 596-3113 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS-THURSDAYS, 4:30-6:30 PM, Drop-in Homework Help MONDAYS-FRIDAYS, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, HiSet Tutoring – Call

Catherine at 504-596-3113 to make an hour-long appointment for oneon-one HiSET tutoring.

MONDAYS-FRIDAYS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring – 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 504-596-3113.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10:30AM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children.

SATURDAYS, 10:30AM & 2:00PM, 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 your frozen food scraps to our weekly food waste dropoff. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 11AM-2PM, SPCA Kitten and Puppy Party – Bring the entire family to cuddle with kittens and to play with puppies

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

APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

at our adoption event. Purrhaps you’ll even find a new best friend to take home too. In partnership with the Louisiana SPCA. TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 6:30-8PM, Author Night at Hubbell Library – Liz Thorpe discusses her book The Book of Cheese: The Essential Guide to Discovering Cheeses You’ll Love. Free cheese tasting included. Sponsored by the Friends of Hubbell Library.

MONDAY, APRIL 23, 6:30-8PM, National Poetry Month: Poetry on Tap– Celebrate National Poetry Month with us at the Old Point Bar. Have a drink, and share some words. Read your original work or pieces by your favorite poets (or songwriters because it’s Jazz Appreciation Month too). Funny, sad, long, short, we want to hear it all. Old Point Bar is located at 545 Patterson Drive.

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 6-7:30PM, Hook, Book & Needle Craft Group – Teens and adults of all skill levels welcome. Meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

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.

MONDAYS-THURSDAYS 3:30-4:30PM, Second Harvest Snack Site – Free after-school snacks and meals offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

MONDAYS, 6-7:30PM, Toastmasters Meeting – A public speaking group which empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

TUESDAYS, 4-6PM, Rethink – An after-school club for children ages 10 -14 who are interested in developing their leadership skills and improving their communities using art and activism through art creation, games, Black cultural activities, field trips, and Black history. To register, text or call 504-446-0752 or email rootscrew@ therethinkers.org.

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

THURSDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Drop In & Play – Enjoy play time, 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, 10AM-2PM, Mahjong Meetup – Play the ancient Chinese tile game with others.

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.

FRIDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Snap Assistance and Case Management – The Broadmoor Improvement Association’s social work interns provide Snap Assistance and Case Management. For more information or to make an appointment, call 504-249-5130 or email Semaj at Semaj@broadmoorimprovement.com. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

SATURDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Citizenship Class – Assistance for those who want to become U.S. citizens by guiding them through the application forms and tutoring for the naturalization test. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

SATURDAYS, 10:30-12PM, Community Composting with 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, APRIL 10, 5-8PM, Eatmoor – Enjoy a variety of local food truck fare, music, and community engagement at Broadmoor’s seasonal food truck event. Learn more about what the Broadmoor community is doing and ways to engage. We look forward to seeing you for fun and festivities. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 6-7PM, Reading to Rover– 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. Sponsored by and made possible by the Visiting Pet Program. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month.

THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 6:30-7:30PM, The Incomparable Magazine Street Discussion & Book Signing– New Orleans’ Magazine Street has undergone remarkable changes over its long history. The Incomparable Magazine Street, by Jonathon Magill, traces the history and culture of the road that curves between stately St. Charles Avenue and the river.

John Magill retired in 2016 as senior curator with The Historic New Orleans Collection after over thirty years. A nationally-known urban historian and New Orleans expert, he has lectured and written on topics ranging from Carnival to catastrophes.

1,424,517

Print & Digital Items Checked Out in 2017

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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APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

378,478

Library Computer Sessions in 2017

SATURDAYS, APRIL 14 & 28, 10-11:15AM, Leveled Literacy

Intervention (LLI) – StartReadingNOLA’s Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) program is designed to help all participants improve their reading skills and to read at or above their current grade levels. This program is free and open to participants in grades 4 - 6.

Each participant will be provided with all necessary materials he/she needs to participate. Visit their website for more information or to volunteer. In partnership with Educational Consulting Group. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month through July 28.

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 6-7:30PM, Creative Writing Workshop – Trisha Rezende, MFA, leads a dynamic writing workshop where students will produce, share, and critique texts while learning how to develop character, voice, and style. RSVP at mlopez@nolalibrary.org or call 504-695-2660. Meets on the 3rd Monday of the month. Sponsored by Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 6-7:30PM, Habitat for Humanity – Learn how to become a homeowner with the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 6-7:30PM, Book Gumbo Book Club –April’s selection is Before the Fall by Noah Hawley Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 1-3PM, Friday Movie Matinée – Watch an award winner or classic movie favorite. Refreshments will be served. Meets on the 3rd Friday of the month. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 11AM-1PM, How Do You Cook Dat – A monthly cooking class offered by the Broadmoor Improvement Association where participants learn how to cook delicious, nutritious meals that are inspired by the products offered at the Broadmoor Food Pantry.

Space is limited, email wellness@broadmoorimprovement.com to sign up. Meets on the 4th Friday of the month. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

and utilize the many digital resources the library offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2695.

TUESDAYS, 3:30PM, After-School Family Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

WEDNESDAYS, 12PM, Computer Class for Beginner or Intermediate Computer Users – Class topics ranges from learning how to turn on computers to learning terminology, how to explore the Internet, and more.

THURSDAYS, 3:30-4:30PM, Mixin’ It Up – A new activity for teens every week.

THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 5:30-7PM, Work From Home Workshop – Have you ever thought about starting your own small business or shop, but you don’t know where to start? From basic customer service to setting up your business, budgeting, and marketing, this workshop will help you learn what you need to get started. Instructor Ashley Webb is the owner of a few small businesses and will share her experience to help you learn how to make your ideas a reality.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 11AM-1PM, Saturday Morning Cartoons – Family friendly movie time. Refreshments will be served. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

MONDAY, APRIL 23, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshops: Financial Planning 101: Social Security, Healthcare & Your Retirement – Social Security experts and a Medicare specialist will be on hand to answer questions.

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 6-7:30PM, Café Au Lait Breastfeeding Circle – Café Au Lait is a breastfeeding support group for women of color. Our mission is to improve outcomes for women of color by providing a culturally appropriate space to gather and provide peer support. Our goal is to educate, empower, and embrace pregnant and breastfeeding women in our community. Open to all pregnant and nursing families.

Facilitated by Nurse Nikki LLC and Birthmark Doula Collective. For more information, email cafeaulaitnola@gmail.com. Meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 1-2PM, 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

MARTIN LUTHER KING LIBRARY 1611 Caffin Ave // 596-2695 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS, 3:30PM, Game Day – Play Wii games, UNO, and various

board games such as Connect Four and Guess Who. MONDAYS-FRIDAYS 3-5PM, Second Harvest Snack Site – Free afterschool snacks and meals offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring – Designed for those who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills 10

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

and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS THROUGH APRIL 10, 10AM-2PM, AARP

Free Tax Assistance – AARP is offering free tax preparation assistance this tax season. AARP membership is not required. Please bring your picture ID, social security card, income documents, previous year’s completed taxes, and any other appropriate tax documents. Service is provided on a first come, first serve basis.

WEDNESDAYS, 12:30-2PM, Community Composting – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

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

APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

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

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.

TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshop: What Happens after Paychecks Stop? A Retirement Primer – Examine how to budget for retirement expenses, find potential sources of retirement income, and prepare for potential risks such as LTC and health care costs.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 6PM, Workforce Development Series: Retire & Restart – Thinking about retiring but don’t know what to do about the uncertainty of what you are going to do every day? We will work through the emotional side of retiring and restarting what you would describe as your dream retirement. Spouses are encouraged to attend so you may work through the exercises designed to give more clarity about what your days will look like after saying goodbye to your employer.

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2-3PM, Poetry Buffet – Three local poets read from their own work each month. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2-3PM, Author Talk and Book Signing: Nuclear Blues with Bradley K. Martin – Bradley K. Martin, journalist and expert on North Korea, discusses and signs his timely and inventive new thriller Nuclear Blues. Nuclear Blues is a gripping original tale of espionage in present-day North Korea. Martin is also the author of Under the Loving Care of the Fatherly Leader: North Korea and the Kim Dynasty.

TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 6-7:30PM, Sew Hip NOLA – A 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.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 6-7:30PM, New Orleans 300: Making Groceries – Join Notarial Archivist Sally Reeves for a discussion about how the public markets of New Orleans were once synonymous with urban life. From colonial times forward, the city put major stock into its market system, which became big business for the economy. It was an incubator for many of the city’s old French restaurants and functioned as a major employer and free market forum until well into the 20 th century.

THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 11AM-12:30PM, Bookie Boomers Book Club – A book club for baby boomers, call Latter Library for this month’s book selection. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 10:30AM, French Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. Special guest Vanessa Bertho, a native of Paris, France.

SUNDAY, APRIL 15, 1-3PM, Altered Book Workshop with The Southern Letterpress – Starting with a stack of unused books and two exercises meant to prompt creativity, we will explore different methods of alternation from changing the text to collage, painting, and cutting.

Space is limited, so please register with Emilie at estaat@nolalibrary. org. In partnership with The Southern Letterpress. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 6-8PM, Wine & Coloring – For ages 21 and over.

Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2-3:30PM, Author Talk and Book Signing with Tyler Bridges – Tyler Bridges, award-winning freelance journalist, discusses and signs the new book he co-wrote, Long Shot: A Soldier, A Senator, A Serious Sin. Long Shot is the story of John Bel Edwards’ improbable victory over David Vitter in 2015. It’s an inconceivable and sometimes hysterical odyssey that unfolds against the unique backdrop of Louisiana’s back roads, bayous, barrooms, and ballrooms. About the Author: Tyler Bridges, twice a member of Pulitzer Prize-winning teams, is a freelance journalist based in New Orleans who reports on Louisiana politics for The Baton Rouge/New Orleans Advocate, The Washington Post and Politico Magazine. He is the author of three books on Louisiana politics, a 2011-12 Nieman Fellow at Harvard, and recipient of Columbia University’s Maria Moors Cabot Award in 2010 for his 10 years of foreign reporting in South America.

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 5-6:30PM, April’s Crafty Hands – Meets monthly to knit, crochet, and share ideas. Plus, donate to local organizations for their use and enjoyment. Meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 6-7:45PM, A Book Club Named Desire – Open

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

MAIN LIBRARY 219 Loyola Ave // 596-2560 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm

*Main Library will be closed to the public from April 15-29 due to cosmetic renovations. In addition, all youth services events and programs will be cancelled through the end of April.

DAILY, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring –

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 504-596-2585.

DAILY, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 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. 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.

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.

MONDAYS-THURSDAYS, 10AM-4PM, YMCA YES! Community Education – Walk-in clients receive assistance with workforce readiness, technological assistance, and community advancement.

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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APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

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

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 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.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10AM-1PM, YMCA YES! Walk-in Computer Assistance – Get help with computer basics, SNAP and general benefits application assistance, resume preparation and online job applications, locating social services information, referrals to specialized employment programs, and more.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS THROUGH APRIL 16, 10AM-2PM, AARP Free Tax Assistance – AARP is offering free tax preparation assistance this tax season. AARP membership is not required. Please bring your picture ID, social security card, income documents, previous year’s completed taxes, and any other appropriate tax documents. Service is provided on a first come, first serve basis.

WEDNESDAYS, 10:30AM, Baby & Toddler Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

Suggested Titles

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

SATURDAYS, APRIL 7 & 21, 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.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 5:30-6:30PM, Booked for Murder Book Club – New members are welcomed to join. Call Norman Mayer Library for this month’s book selection. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

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

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, One-on-One

Computer Tutoring – 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 504-596-2654.

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.

For Young Adults

IF YOU LIKED Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith, READ Dread Nation by Justina Ireland.

IF YOU LIKED The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan, READ Aru Shah and the End of Time by Roshani Chokshi.

IF YOU LIKED Lumberjanes by Noel Stevenson, Grace Ellis, Shannon Watters & Brooke Allen, READ Moonstruck by Grace Ellis & Shae Beagle.

IF YOU LIKED Get Out, CHECK OUT White Tears by Hari Kunzru.

IF YOU LIKED The Virgin Suicides by Jeffrey Eugenides, READ Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.

For Adults

IF YOU LIKED The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, READ Red Clocks by Leni Zumas.

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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.

APRIL EVENT LISTINGS

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

with children age 5 and under.

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 12-1:30PM, Light Painting: Draw & Paint with

the Sun – Instead of burning daylight, come burn with daylight. Use a FEBO light painter to burn images into wood using nothing but the power of the sun. We have limited openings, so first come, first paint.

Adults 18+ only, no exceptions. Weather permitting.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 6-7PM, Nonprofit Fundraising 101 – Every nonprofit needs to know the options for how it will raise money. This workshop gives you the basic background you need in order to raise funds and keep your work well-funded. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 6-7PM, 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.

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshop: Outsmart the Scammers: Protect Yourself and Your Family from Financial Fraud – Telemarketers, email spam, pyramid schemes, and cons can’t succeed when citizens have the knowledge and skills to fight fraud.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 6-7:30PM, New Orleans 300: Defining Jazz Fest – Kick off week one of New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival with New Orleans cultural scholar and writer Alex Rawls as he explores the history, heritage, and heirs of the festival at the Fairgrounds. Rawls will be joined in conversation by Ponderosa Stomp founding program director Alison Fensterstock. Further reading: Rawls is a frequent contributor to The Times Picayune and Offbeat Magazine. His writings about music and culture can be found at MySpiltMilk.com.

NIX LIBRARY 1401 S. Carrollton Ave // 596-2630 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS-FRIDAYS 3-4:30PM, Second Harvest Snack Site – Free

after-school snacks and meals offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

MONDAYS-SATURDAYS, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring – 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 504-596-2630.

WEDNESDAYS, 5:30PM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with toddlers to children age 7.

FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 5:30-7PM, National Poetry Month: A Collection of Verse with Petar Tchouhov– Celebrate National Poetry Month with prominent Bulgarian poet, scholar, musician, and librarian Petar Tchouhov. Light refreshments will be served. An additional reading will be held at Alvar Library on Wednesday, April 18 from 6pm 7:30pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library. In partnership with Xavier University and the New Orleans Poetry Festival.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 11AM-12PM, Magic Tree House Book Club – For ages 8 - 10. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

ROBERT E. SMITH LIBRARY 6301 Canal Blvd // 596-2638 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm DAILY, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring

– 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 off ers. 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 THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 6-7:30PM, BYOB Wine & Coloring for ages 21 and over. Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month.

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 6PM, Sacred Journeys: Osun Osogbo – The AARC

is pleased to present a screening of the documentary Sacred Journeys: Osun Osogbo and discussion with featured scholar and priestess Funlayo E. Wood, Ph.D. The film follows African American devotees of Orisa – divine spirits brought to the Americas by enslaved Africans – on a journey to the Osun Festival in Osogbo, Nigeria. Known by many names including Lukumi, Santeria, and Candomble, Orisa devotion has grown to become one of the most popular religions in the world.

TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 4-5PM, Teen Open Arts and Crafts Hour – Every month, we will provide arts and crafts materials in the teen area. Paint, glitter, sequins, pipe cleaners–all the classics. Just bring your own creativity. Meets on the last Tuesday of the month.

THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 6-7PM, Popular Fiction Book Club – Call Robert E. Smith Library for this month’s book selection. Refreshments will be provided. Meets on the last Thursday of the month.

SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 6-7:30PM, History of the Cocktail – Join us as we discuss popular drinks. In April, we will discuss the Cuba Libre. Meets on the last Saturday of the month. Sponsored by Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

OUTSIDE VENUE Old Point Bar 545 PATTERSON DRIVE MONDAY, APRIL 23, 6:30-8PM, National Poetry Month: Poetry on Tap

– Celebrate National Poetry Month with us at the Old Point Bar. Have a drink, and share some words. Read your original work or pieces by your favorite poets (or songwriters because it’s Jazz Appreciation Month too). Funny, sad, long, short, we want to hear it all.

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

MLK

AV MAIN

NX

KE CC

HB

LA AR

CRC

Algiers Regional Library – AR

Martin Luther King Library – MLK

3014 Holiday Dr. • 596-2641

1611 Caffin Ave. • 596-2695

Alvar Library – AV

Milton H. Latter Library – LA

913 Alvar St. • 596-2667

5120 St. Charles Ave. • 596-2625

Central City Library – CC

Main Library – MAIN

2405 Jackson Ave. • 596-3110

219 Loyola Ave. • 596-2560

Children’s Resource Center Library – CRC

Norman Mayer Library – NM

913 Napoleon Ave. • 596-2628

3001 Gentilly Blvd. • 596-3100

East New Orleans Regional Library – EN

Mid-City Library – MC

5641 Read Blvd. • 596-0200

4140 Canal St. • 596-2654

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

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