Library Magazine - January 2018 by nolalibrary

LIBRARY News, Events, & Featured Products JANUARY 2018

APPy New Year Get Our New App for Your New Year

837 January Events KEEP YOUR RESOLUTIONS with our e-Resources Queens, Baby Dolls & Social Pleasure Clubs: Traditions & Rituals Exhibit and Events

WELCOME to the first issue of our new monthly magazine.

WE KNOW it can be hard to keep up with everything the Library offers, which is why we are very excited about providing this printed monthly central source for library news, event listings, and new products and services information. This month’s magazine features our NOLA Library App that allows you to take the library with you anywhere you go. We also highlight a way to maintain New Year’s resolutions with Hoopla, our product that allows instant streaming or downloading of movies, tv shows, music, comic books, e-books, and audiobooks to a wide variety of digital devices. In addition to featuring products, we’ve listed the 837 events planned at our 14 locations, as well as some additional fun and interesting information. We hope you enjoy the magazine and find it valuable in exploring the interesting, entertaining, and educational resources that the Library provides. – New Orleans Public Library Staff FRONT COVER: Celebrating the arrival of the New Year and our new app are the Library’s 2017 Staff Recognition Award winners: (left to right) Kim Guidry, Don Bannister, Ruby Bengston, Adrienne Strock, (not pictured) Charlotte Horne.

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C ON T E ST Win a $100 Gift Certificate to the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library Book Sale.

We want you to name our new magazine. Email your best magazine name ideas to marketing@nolalibrary.org. Enter Magazine Name Contest in the subject line and include your magazine name ideas in the email. Submissions must be received by January 31st. Library staff will vote in February to select the winning name which will be announced in the March issue.

2017-2019 Strategic Plan

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REFOCUS + TRANSFORM: A Clear Path to Continued Success In 2016, Library Staff developed, and the Library Board adopted, a Vision Statement, Core Values, and a three-year Strategic Plan. The plan was developed with input from over 3,000 community residents and Library partners who attended community listening sessions and completed online surveys. The plan was developed to provide the Library with a communityfocused direction and includes three Strategic Initiatives – CHAMPION LITERACY, STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES, and ENRICH MINDS. Each Strategic Initiative has a set of Goals and Objectives that is tied to one or more of the Core Values. When asked about the 2017-2019 Strategic Plan theme – Refocus + Transform, Kate Martin, who currently serves as the Strategic Planning and Initiatives Project Manager, said “A refocus is truly what occurred as the entire Library Staff came together to guide the creation of the plan’s goals and now we are continually transforming the Library, and in turn our community, as we all work towards the same priorities and are moving forward together.” Since the Strategic Plan launched in January of 2017, a remarkable amount of progress has been made in achieving the plan’s goals; and, with a growing sense of accomplishment, Library Staff are using the momentum from 2017 to achieve more success in 2018.

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To view the Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Core Values, & Strategic Plan, visit nolalibrary.org and click on About Us.

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TECHNOLOGY

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New Year START YOUR NEW YEAR WITH OUR NEW APP With the NOLA Library App, you now have a way to access your library account, event listings, our full catalog, and so much more around-the-clock and on-the-go, all from your mobile device. Available for Android and iOS, all you need to do is search for “NOLA Library” in Apple’s App Store or in Google Play for Android, and the Library will be along for the ride, wherever the destination. It’s free to download and free to use. Featuring a simple design, with intuitive functionality, you can use the app to browse the catalog for books, DVDs and music. You can also place, suspend, or cancel holds with ease and you can keep tabs on your incoming holds, due dates, renewals, fines, and more by selecting “My Account” from the app’s main menu. With the app, you can learn about upcoming library events that you are interested in by filtering through date, location, or event category. Trying to find the nearest library? The app can help with that as well. Using the “Library Locator” feature you can get library directions from Google maps and get location hours of operation and phone numbers.

The app offers direct access to our e-Resources content, such as e-Books, e-AudioBooks, downloadable music, magazines, and streaming films, documentaries and television programs. Even when your neighborhood library isn’t open, you will have access to the content you want when you want it. The app connects users to Overdrive for e-Books, Kanopy for streaming video content, Flipster for popular magazines, Freegal for free and legal downloadable music that’s yours to keep, and Hoopla for eAudioBooks – just to name a few. Tired of being outside of the library and seeing a book you’d like to read? The BookLook feature allows you to place holds by scanning the ISBN barcode on the back of any book. Simply scan the code on the back of the book and BookLook will check the availability within the Library. You can reserve the book instantly using this feature within the app. BookLook isn’t the only feature simplifying your life. Barcode Wallet helps you to keep track of all the barcodes for your loyalty and membership cards – including your library card. This feature lets users digitize many of their physical cards, keeping just the vital data handy. We know that today’s library user is more likely to transact their digital day on a smartphone or tablet, as much as they would have used a computer five or more years ago, which is why we launched the NOLA Library App in 2017, and it is getting great reviews. Our app has been well-received, with a 4.8 ranking on Google Play and 4 + ranking on the App Store. One Google user, called it “The app of my dreams,” and an App Store customer said, “The app is the main way I interact with the Library, and have enjoyed using all of its capabilities.” To learn more about the app and to try it out by viewing a demonstration, visit neworleans.boopsie.com. To download the app search for “NOLA Library” in Apple’s App Store or in Google Play for Android.

If you would like to have a library staff member assist you with downloading the app or walking you through all of the app features, schedule a one-on-one session. The list of sessions is available on the following page and at nolalibrary.org.

TECHNOLOGY

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER TUTORING One-on-one computer tutoring sessions are designed for those who are just beginning to learn about technology or who would like to grow their digital skills. Participants can select the area of technology they need help with learning more about. Some common session topics include building general computer skills, creating an email address, printing documents, increasing internet searching skills, learning how to use an e-reader device, or utilizing the many digital resources the Library offers.

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER TUTORING: ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY, Tuesdays, 10am-11am. ALVAR LIBRARY, Thursdays, 11am-1pm. CENTRAL CITY LIBRARY, Mondays-Fridays by appointment. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-3110. EAST NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL LIBRARY – YMCA YES! Computer Assistance Services, Mondays-Thursdays, 10am-3pm. CITA DENNIS HUBBELL LIBRARY, MondaysSaturdays by appointment. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-3113.

MARTIN LUTHER KING LIBRARY, MondaysSaturdays by appointment. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2695. MAIN LIBRARY, by appointment daily, Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2585. YMCA YES! Computer Assistance Services, MondaysThursdays, 10am-5pm. NORMAN MAYER LIBRARY, Mondays and Tuesdays, 10am-Noon. YMCA YES! Computer Assistance Services, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am-3pm.

MID-CITY LIBRARY, Mondays-Saturdays by appointment. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2654. NIX LIBRARY, Mondays-Saturdays by appointment. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2630. ROBERT E. SMITH LIBRARY, by appointment daily. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2638. Information about additional computer classes and technology training resources can be found at nolalibrary.org.

Want to make positive changes in 2018? Hoopla Can Help. With Hoopla, you can instantly access over 60,000 digital items including e-Books, audiobooks, comics, movies, music, and more. Find Hoopla at nolalibrary.org. Click Borrow on the main navigation menu, click e-Resources, click e-Entertainment, News & Information, and you’ll see Hoopla after clicking on Movies & Music.

New Year’s ﬁtness resolutions are within reach with titles made for MOTIVATION.

Resolve to read e-Books and listen to audiobooks that INSPIRE POSITIVE CHANGE.

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TOP 5 TITLES checked out of the New Orleans Public Library in November 2017 TOP 5 FICTION BOOKS

1. Origin: A Novel by Dan Brown 2. The Rooster Bar by John Grisham 3. Haunted by James Patterson 4. Sing, Unburied, Sing: A Novel by Jesmyn Ward 5. The Midnight Line by Lee Child

TOP 5 NON-FICTION BOOKS

NEW ORLEANS 300 Celebrating our History & Culture 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: 17182018 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 redefi ned 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. This series is made possible by Friends of New Orleans Public Library. Friends of the

NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY

1. We Were Eight Years in Power: An American Tragedy by Ta-Nehisi Coates 2. The Origin of Others by Toni Morrison

A Graceful Curve of the River & Making Groceries

3. God: A Human History by Reza Aslan 4. The Futilitarians by Anne Gisleson 5. Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson

TOP 5 DVDs Richard Campanella

Sally Reeves

Photo: Paula Burch-Celentano/Tulane University Photo: Laine Kaplan-Levenson/WWNO

Wednesday, January 17, 2018, 6-7:30pm LATTER LIBRARY, 5120 St. Charles Avenue 1. Wonder Woman 2. Spider-Man: Homecoming 3. Baby Driver 4. Atomic Blonde 5. The Dark Tower

Join Geographer Richard Campanella, Senior Professor of Practice with the Tulane School of Architecture and Notarial Archivist Sally Reeves for a discussion about the development of New Orleans’ distinctive metropolitan character through its unique architecture and culinary consumerism.

NEW ORLEANS 300

Queens, Baby Dolls and Social & Pleasure Clubs: Traditions and Rituals On Display January 7 – March 24 Exhibit Opening Sunday, January 7, 2pm Panel Discussion Sunday, January 14, 2pm

An exhibition of photographs and ceremonial attire from women who participate in the community based customs of the Black Masking/Mardi Gras Indian, Baby Doll and Social and Pleasure Club traditions. While African American men’s roles in the indigenous ritual procession traditions go back over a century, the vital role of women is not as widely known. The exhibit illustrates a historical overview of the pride and work involved in preparing for the neighborhood processions that bring beauty and pride to New Orleans. This is documented through photographs and the ceremonial attire of these women. Organized by Queen Cherice Harrison-Nelson and curated by Herreast J. Harrison.

Sunday, January 7, 2 pm Exhibit Opening featuring a talk, performance, and book sale.

Sunday, January 14, 2pm Panel Discussion – Pretty Strong: Femininity and Community Processions The focus of this panel discussion is on the expanding role of women in Mardi Gras Indian, Social & Pleasure Clubs, and Baby Doll traditions and their contributions to community building and neighborhood pride. The panelist will include Maroon Queen Cherice Harrison-Nelson, Guardians of the Flame; Dianne Honoré, Sugar Baroness, Black Storyville Baby Dolls; Trishekka Randolph-Tero, Revolution Social and Pleasure Club and Moderator, Maryse Dejean, WWOZ Community Radio Station.

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

Friends of the

NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY

STORY TIMES

STORY TIME IS A MAGICAL TIME Story times have a long tradition of introducing children to the magical world of books, which is why we offer 83 story times each month. Story Times are open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under unless noted. ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY Story Time

EAST NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL LIBRARY

Tuesdays, 10:30am

Story Time & Craft – Ages 2-8

Story Time – Ages 5 & up

Tuesdays, 5pm

Saturdays, 2:30pm

ALVAR LIBRARY Toddler Story Time Tuesdays, 11am

CENTRAL CITY LIBRARY Story Time – Ages 3-5

Story Time

ROSA F. KELLER LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTER

Story Time & Craft – Ages 10 & under

Mondays, 11am

1st and 3rd Mondays of the month, 5:30pm

Pre-K Story Time – Ages 3-5 Saturdays, 11am

After-School Family Story Time

Wednesdays, 10:30am

Tuesdays, 3:30pm

Bilingual Spanish/English Story Time & Craft 2nd Mondays of the month, 4:30pm

Baby & Toddler Story Time

MID-CITY LIBRARY Story Time Thursdays, 11am

Family Story Time – Ages 3-5 3rd Mondays of the month, 6pm. Storytellers from Mid-City Rotary Club and free pizza donated from Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza

NIX LIBRARY

MARTIN LUTHER KING LIBRARY

Story Time – Children of all ages

1st and 3rd Mondays of the month, 4:30pm

Saturdays, 1pm

Wednesdays, 10:30am

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am

Baby & Toddler Story Time – Ages 2 & under

Story Time & Craft

Story Time & Craft – Ages 7 & under

NORMAN MAYER LIBRARY

CITA DENNIS HUBBELL LIBRARY

Tuesdays, 10am

CHILDREN’S RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY

MAIN LIBRARY

Story Time – Ages 2-7 Wednesdays, 5:30pm

ROBERT E. SMITH LIBRARY

MILTON H. LATTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Story Time Thursdays, 11am

Story Time Tuesdays & Saturdays, 10:30am

French Story Time & Craft 4th Mondays of the month, 4:30pm

TOP 5 CHILDREN’S BOOKS Checked out in November 2017 1. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway by Jeff Kinney 2. Dork Diaries: Tales from a Not-So-Secret Crush Catastrophe by Rachel Renée Russell 3. The Adventures of Captain Underpants Now in Full Color: The First Epic Novel by Dav Pilkey 4. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw by Jeff Kinney 5. Dork Diaries: Tales from a Not-So-Graceful Ice Princess by Rachel Renée Russell

EVENT LISTINGS THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 6-7:30PM, Book Talk by Carolyn Levy –

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY

Local author Carolyn Levy will discuss her mystery novel, Regina, that takes place in uptown New Orleans during the 1980s. Publisher Bill Lavender from Lavender Ink will introduce Levy.

3014 Holiday Dr // 596-2641 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm MONDAYS-FRIDAYS 3-5PM; SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, 1-4PM, Free

after-school snacks and meals offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth. TUESDAYS, 10:30 AM, Story Time – Open to all families and

CENTRAL CITY LIBRARY

TUESDAYS 10-11AM, One-on-One Computer Tutoring – Designed for

Mahalia Jackson Center, 2405 Jackson Ave, Ste. C-235 // 596-3110

caregivers with children age 5 and under.

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. 1ST & 3RD TUESDAYS, 4-5:30PM, Teen Game Day – Play video and

classic board games or learn new card games in the teen room.

1ST WEDNESDAY, MONTHLY, 5-6PM, West Bank Book Club for Adults

– January’s selection is Room by Emma Donoghue.

2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAYS, 5-6PM, Lego Club for ages 8 - 14. 4TH THURSDAYS, 4:30-6PM, Teen Anime Club Calling Otaku –

anime and discuss the latest manga.

Watch

M-Th 10am-7pm, Fri 11am-4pm MONDAYS-THURSDAYS 3:30-5PM, 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.

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

1ST & 3RD MONDAYS, 5:30 PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all

with children age 5 and up.

families and caregivers with children age 10 and under.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 6, 1-2:30PM, D.I.Y. Teen Crafts: Vision Boarding

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

– Start 2018 with a clear vision at this collage-making session.

with children ages 3 - 5.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 10AM-12PM, The Battle of New Orleans:

Little Known Facts Exposed – History professor Ron Chapman, PhD. will describe the events leading up to and including the actions that comprised the Battle of New Orleans with special emphasis on certain facts. This is a program developed by the Algiers Historical Society.

CHILDREN’S RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY 913 Napoleon Ave // 504-596-2628 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm

ALVAR LIBRARY

1ST & 3RD MONDAYS, 4:30 PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all

families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

913 Alvar St // 504-596-2667 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm MONDAYS - FRIDAYS 4-5PM, 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.

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, 6-7:30PM, Community Composting – Bring your frozen

food scraps to our weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org. 2ND SATURDAY, MONTHLY, 2-3:45 PM, In the Garden Writers’

Workshop – Participants can work on various genres including poetry, fiction, nonfiction and plays. Writers of all levels are welcome. 4TH SATURDAY, MONTHLY, 3-4PM, Alvar Book Club – Call Alvar

Library for this month’s book selection. Light refreshments provided.

1ST MONDAYS, 6-8 PM, Stitch N’ Book Knitting, Crochet, Tatting &

Crafting Circle – Tatting & crochet instruction available upon request. All ages are welcome. 2ND MONDAYS, 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. 4TH MONDAYS, 4:30PM, French Story Time & Craft – Open to all

families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

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

caregivers with children of all ages.

2ND SATURDAYS, 11AM-1PM, Lego Club SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 3-4PM, 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.

MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 4:30PM, French Story Time & Craft – Open

to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. Special guest Manon Prizgintas, a native of France.

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

EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 5-6PM, Script Your Family’s Future: Why

You Need an Estate Plan – Marigny deMauriac from Edward Jones will discuss asset transfer, incapacity protection, guardian for minors or dependents, charitable intent and/or tax control.

MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 5-6PM, Maker Monday – Recycle an old

book by turning it into a hedgehog. We’ll use the finished product to decorate the teen space. TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 1-2PM & 6-7PM, APPy Hour, Monthly App

Instruction – January’s featured app is Overdrive for e-books and digital audio books. Bring your own device to follow along and for help downloading library e-resources.

EAST NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL LIBRARY 5641 Read Blvd // 596-0200 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm MONDAY-THURSDAY, 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.

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, BY RESERVATION FROM 4-6:30PM,

YMCA YES! High School Diploma Classes. For reservations, call 504-596-3842. TUESDAYS, 5PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and

caregivers with children age 5 and under.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 5-6PM, Teen Advisory Board – Teens are

invited to join the board and help make decisions about what they want to see at the Library, earn volunteer hours, and eat free pizza. SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2-3PM, Teen Escape Room Activity – Teens

are invited to this “escape room” activity using Breakout EDU escape kits. SUNDAY, JANUARY 21, 2-4PM, Family-Friendly Movie Matinée –

January’s movie is Despicable Me 3. Snacks provided.

MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 5-6PM, Maker Monday: Hot Chocolate Jars

– Customize a hot chocolate mix and take it home to enjoy or give it as a gift.

MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 5-6PM, De-Stress Day – January 29 is Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day, so we’re celebrating with de-stress activities in the teen room. Teens are invited to make a calming glitter jar, pop bubble wrap, and more.

2ND WEDNESDAYS, 4:30-5:30PM, Discovery Days - Black History

Month Poster Contest Workshop – Create an entry for the Library’s annual Black History Month Poster Contest. Materials and snacks provided. For more information on the contest, visit nolalibrary.org. 4TH WEDNESDAYS, 4:30-5:30PM, Discovery Days - Lego Club for ages

6 and up.

1ST THURSDAY, MONTHLY, 5:30-7:30PM BYOB Wine & Coloring for

CITA DENNIS HUBBELL LIBRARY 725 Pelican Ave // 596-3113 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm

ages 21 and over.

MONDAYS - THURSDAYS, 4:30-6:30 PM, Drop-in Homework Help

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

MONDAYS – SATURDAYS, HiSet Tutoring – Reservations required by

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.

calling 504-596-3113.

MONDAYS - SATURDAYS, One-on-One Computer Tutoring

1ST SATURDAY, MONTHLY, 1PM, Urban Fiction Book Club – Call the

East New Orleans Regional Library for this month’s book selection. Light refreshments provided.

– 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.

3RD SATURDAY, MONTHLY, 2-4PM, Adult Book Club – Call the East

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

New Orleans Regional Library for this month’s book selection.

and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

4TH TUESDAYS, 6-7:30PM, Hook, Book & Needle Craft Group –

and adults of all skill levels welcome.

Teens

SATURDAYS, 10:30AM & 2:00PM, Family Movies at Hubbell – To see the scheduled movies visit nolalibrary.org. Refreshments are provided. TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 6:30-8:30PM, Author Night at Hubbell

Library – Join author Clayton Delery as he discusses his book, The

Up Stairs Lounge Arson: Thirty-Two Deaths in a New Orleans Gay Bar, June 24, 1973, named the 2015 Book of the Year by the Louisiana Endowment For the Humanities. Free refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of Hubbell Library. SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 10:30AM, Drag Queen Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages. Featuring “Dolly Pardon?” Sponsored by the Friends of Hubbell Library.

All programs are free and open to the public. To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-impaired, call 504-896-2583.

EVENT LISTINGS

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 children up to 2 years.

MONDAYS - THURSDAYS 3:30-4:30PM, 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 – All levels of fluency welcome. For more information, contact Sam Craft at 504-427-9375 or atablelouisianaise@gmail.com. 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. WEDNESDAYS, 6-7PM, Spanish Conversation Circle – An informal,

4TH FRIDAYS, MONTHLY, 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. SATURDAYS, 10AM-12PM, Citizenship Class – Assistance for those

who want to become U.S. citizens in preparing for the naturalization test. SATURDAYS, 10:30-12PM, Community Composting – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

supportive conversation circle for beginners or those wishing to improve their fluency.

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

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

SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 11AM-12PM, Community Arts and Literacy

will be no Notary Service on January 3. 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 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. 2ND THURSDAYS, MONTHLY, 6-7PM, Reading to Rover – for children who want to read, practice reading aloud, or who may not have a pet of their own. Pre-readers can sit with a guardian while being read to with Rover. Reading to Rover is sponsored by and made possible by the Visiting Pet Program. 3RD THURSDAYS, 6-7:30PM, Book Gumbo Book Club – January’s selection is The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan. 3RD FRIDAYS, 1-3PM, Friday Movie Matinée – Watch an award winner or classic movie favorite. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

with Wolf Trap, Young Audiences, and the Kellogg Foundation. MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 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. Sponsored by the Friends of New Orleans Public Library.

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. Note: There

caregivers with children ages 3 - 5.

Workshop – This engaging workshop is for parents and children in pre-K through kindergarten and is designed to improve learning through the performing arts. The workshop is presented in partnership

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, 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

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

EVENT LISTINGS

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.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 11AM-1PM, Saturday Morning Cartoons –

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 6-7:30PM, A Graceful Curve of the

River & Making Groceries, a NEW ORLEANS 300 presentation – Geographer Richard Campanella, Senior Professor of Practice with the Tulane School of Architecture, and Notarial Archivist Sally Reeves discuss the development of New Orleans’ distinctive metropolitan character through its unique architecture and culinary consumerism. The Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities will have their book, New Orleans & The World: 1718-2018 Tricentennial Anthology, for sale at the program. New Orleans 300 is made possible by the Friends of

New Orleans Public Library.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 10:30-11AM, French Story Time & Craft

Family friendly movie time. Refreshments will be served.

– Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. Special guest Vanessa Bertho, a native of Paris, France.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 5:30-7PM, Workforce Development Series:

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2-3:30PM, Author Talk with Tyler Bridges

Bring Your Résumé Night – Attendees can get their résumé reviewed or ask résumé-related questions specific to their experience with résumé expert Jessica Rareshide. This program is in partnership with Rare Insight, LLC. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 1-2:30 PM, Make It! Family Crafts – Make

– Tyler Bridges is an award-winning freelance journalist who will discuss and sign the new book he co-wrote, Long Shot: A Soldier, A Senator, A Serious Sin. His book is the story of John Bel Edwards’ improbable victory over David Vitter in the 2015 Louisiana Governor’s race.

a new family craft every month. Bring the whole family and make something with your hands.

MAIN LIBRARY 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.

2ND TUESDAYS, 6-7:30PM, Sew Hip NOLA – A monthly gathering of

219 Loyola Ave // 596-2560 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 offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2585. MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, 10AM-4PM, YMCA YES! Walk-in Computer

intermediate sewists who meet to create various projects together. Upcoming projects and photos can be found on their Facebook group, Sew Hip NOLA.

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

MONDAY-THURSDAY, BY RESERVATION FROM 10AM-4PM, YMCA

food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org. 2ND THURSDAYS, 11AM-12:30PM , Bookie Boomers Book Club – A

book club for baby boomers, call Latter Library for this month’s book selection.

YES! High School Diploma Classes – For reservations, call 504-5963842. DAILY, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, Craft Corner – Make a fun simple

Latter Library for this month’s book selection.

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.

3RD THURSDAYS, 6-8PM, BYOB Wine & Coloring for ages 21 and

MONDAYS & THURSDAY, 10AM, (beginning January 11), Computer

2ND THURSDAYS, 6-7:30PM, Maple Street At Latter Book Club – Call

over.

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.

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.

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

all skill levels are welcome to play.

– Three local poets read from

THURSDAYS, 4-6PM, Homework Help – A librarian will be in the teen

SUNDAYS, 2-3PM, E-Resources Help Hour – Learn about the many

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

1ST SATURDAYS, 2-3PM, Poetry Buffet

their own work each month.

electronic resources, including e-books and audiobooks, available through the Library. Bring your laptop, smart phone, tablet, or e-reader for individual assistance. 10

zone dedicating time for homework assistance. games or play ours.

All programs are free and open to the public. To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-impaired, call 504-896-2583.

EVENT LISTINGS

Coffee & Coloring for Adults – All materials are provided but you can bring your own book and/or coloring pencils. 4TH FRIDAYS FROM JANUARY 26 TO APRIL 27, 10AM-12PM,

SATURDAYS, 1PM, Story Time with Craft – Open to all families and

caregivers with children age 7 and under.

SATURDAYS, 1-4PM, Saturday Chess League – Open to adults and

teens; beginners and skilled players.

1ST SATURDAYS, 2-4PM, Video Game Day in the Teen Zone. 2ND SATURDAYS, 2-4PM, Teen Movie Matinée in the Teen Zone 3RD SATURDAYS, 2-4PM, Anime Club in the Teen Zone. 4TH SATURDAYS, 2-4PM, Tabletop Gaming in the Teen Zone. 3RD SUNDAYS, 3-4:30PM, Maker Sundays – littleBits Global Chapter

Meetup. Learn, play, and build with littleBits in Youth Services. Open to all skill levels, ages 8-17 and caregivers. Visit nolalibrary.org for more information.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: Cutaways

(Negative/Positive designs) – Come try your hand at counterchange (counterchange is the reversal of tonal relationships between a form and its background which occurs from one end of the form to another) using a piece of white vinyl that has a black undercoating. Supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis; the activity is available for patrons ages 11-17. SUNDAY, JANUARY 7, 2-4PM, Queens, Baby Dolls and Social

& Pleasure Clubs: Traditions and Rituals Exhibit Opening – a NEW ORLEANS 300 event. The exhibit opening will include a talk, performance, and book sale. Organized by Queen Cherice HarrisonNelson and curated by Herreast J. Harrison. Sponsored by the Friends

of the New Orleans Public Library, the City of New Orleans, the Arts Council of New Orleans, Guardians Institute, Mardi Gras Indian Hall of Fame, and NOLA4Women. The exhibit is on display daily from January 7 to March 24.

Suggested Titles for YOUNG ADULTS

IF YOU LIKED Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell, READ Queens of Geek by Jen Wilde

IF YOU LIKED Unwind by Neal Shusterman,

IF YOU LIKED Bayou Magic by Jewell Parker Rhodes,

READ The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline

READ The Jumbies by Tracey Baptiste.

IF YOU LIKED Between the World and Me by Tanehesi Coates

IF YOU LIKED Roxane Gay’s Bad Feminist,

for ADULTS

IF YOU LIKED Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn, READ The Woman in the Window by AJ Finn.

READ When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir by Patrisse Khan-Cullors and Asha Bandele

READ We’re Going to Need more Wine: Stories by Gabrielle Union.

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

EVENT LISTINGS THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon:

Rainbow Jars – A fun and colorful program to learn about liquid density using a variety of household products. Supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis; the activity is available for patrons ages 11-17.

MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 5-6PM, Outsmart the Scammers: Protect

Yourself and Your Family from Financial Fraud – Marigny deMauriac from Edward Jones will discuss how to protect yourself from telemarketers, email spam, pyramid schemes, and cons.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2-4PM, Pretty Strong: Femininity and

Community Processions panel discussion– a NEW ORLEANS 300 event. The focus of this panel discussion is on the expanding role of women in Mardi Gras Indian, Social & Pleasure Clubs, and Baby Doll traditions and their contributions to community building and neighborhood pride. The panel will include Maroon Queen Cherice Harrison-Nelson, Guardians of the Flame; Dianne Honoré, Sugar Baroness, Black Storyville Baby Dolls; Trishekka Randolph-Tero, Revolution Social and Pleasure Club; and moderator Maryse Dejean, WWOZ Community Radio Station. Sponsored by the Friends of the

New Orleans Public Library, the City of New Orleans, the Arts Council of New Orleans, Guardians Institute, Mardi Gras Indian Hall of Fame, and NOLA4Women. THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: Balloon Powered Objects – Teens will build and race balloon powered objects and do fun experiments with air. Supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis; the activity is available for patrons ages 11-17. THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: Maker Music (part 1) – Teens will make a few basic instruments and/or noisemakers, then try using them in some simple improv games. Supplies are provided on a first come, first served basis; the activity is available for patrons ages 11-17. THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 6:30-7:30PM, Digital Learning for Small Business - Marketing Foundations: Social Media – Attendees will learn about the importance of investing in social media marketing and leveraging social media in their overall marketing strategy through Lynda.com tutorials and staff-led exercises.

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, 6-7:30PM, Community Composting – 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.

1ST SATURDAY, MONTHLY, 10AM-2PM, Community Queens College

Application Assistance – The Community Queens will assist high school teens with college applications, scholarships, resume building, and more. TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 5-6PM, Financial Planning 101: Social

Security, Healthcare & Your Retirement – Marigny deMauriac from Edward Jones will lead a discussion with Social Security experts and a Medicare specialist, who will all be answering questions. MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 6-7PM, Family Story Time – Open to

all families and caregivers with children age 3 - 5. In partnership

with the Mid-City Rotary Club and with pizza provided by Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza.

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

NIX LIBRARY 1401 S. Carrollton Ave // 596-2630

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.

M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10AM-3PM, YMCA YES! Walk-in

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

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

families and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

3RD THURSDAY, MONTHLY, 5:40-6:30PM, Booked for Murder Book

Club – Call Norman Mayer Library for this month’s book selection. 1ST & 3RD SATURDAYS, 10AM-1PM, Divine Design Sewing Class –

MONDAYS - FRIDAYS 3-4:30PM, Free after-school snacks and meals

offered on a first-come, first-served basis for youth.

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.

3RD SATURDAY, MONTHLY 11AM-12PM, Magic Tree House Book Club

for ages 8 - 10.

Skill building, creativity, respect, responsibility, perseverance, and self-discipline can be learned through the art of sewing. For girls ages 13-17. 12

All programs are free and open to the public. To request interpretation of library programs for the hearing-impaired, call 504-896-2583.

EVENT LISTINGS

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 offers. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 504-596-2638.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2018 Student Poster Design Contest

LAST TUESDAYS, 4-5PM, Teen Open Arts and Craft s Hour.

Theme:

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.

1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAYS, 6-7PM, Beginner’s Yoga Class – Led by

Tiffany Tran, a certified yoga instructor, this class will focus on breathing exercises, stretching, and gentle yoga poses.

THURSDAYS, 11AM, Story Time – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 5 and under. 1ST THURSDAYS, 6-7:30PM, BYOB Wine & Coloring for ages 21 and

over.

LAST THURSDAY, 6-7PM, Popular Fiction Book Club – January’s book selection is Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward. Refreshments will be provided.

AFRICAN AMERICANS IN TIMES OF WAR 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 before noon on Friday, January 19. PRIZES: 1st Place Prize - $100 Gift Card 2nd Place Prize - $50 Gift Card 3rd Place Prize – $25 Gift Card

SATURDAYS, 3-4PM, Lego Club LAST SATURDAY, 5-6PM, History of the Cocktail – January’s featured

cocktail will be the traditional Whiskey Punch. Typically served at Irish wakes, this cocktail has a rich history behind it. For ages 21 and older. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

1ST SUNDAYS, 5-6:30PM, BYOB Adult Coloring for ages 21 and over.

AGE C ATEGORIES: Pre-K– 6th Grade 7th –12th Grade

Pencils and snacks provided.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 5-6PM, Financial Planning 101: Social Security, Healthcare & Your Retirement – Marigny deMauriac from Edward Jones will lead a discussion with Social Security experts and a Medicare specialist, who will all be answering questions.

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.

PALMER PARK ARTS MARKET S. Carrollton & S. Claiborne Ave Last Saturday of each month, 10am-4pm

NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY

You can invest in the Library by shopping at the Friends Book Sales:

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY 3014 Holiday Drive Every Saturday, 10am-2pm

Friends of the

THE CARRIAGE HOUSE BOOKSHOP, behind the Latter Library 5120 St. Charles Avenue Every Wednesday & Saturday, 10am-2pm

To become a Friend, donate books, or volunteer, visit friendsnola.org.

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

LOCATIONS EN

SM NM

AV NX

MLK

MAIN

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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