Library Magazine - March 2018

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

News, Events, & Featured Products

New Orleans 300 March Program – A Window to Africa Free Tax Assistance with AARP Flipster – Magazines you know and love, available digitally

MARCH 2018

YMCA & the Library Are Saying YES! to Community & Adult Education

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Using the Library

New Orleans 300

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.

Saying YES! to Community & Adult Education AARP Tax Assistance Black History Month Poster Contest Winners Event Listings

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LIBRARY CARDS

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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 NOLA LIBRARY APP

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Access the New Orleans Public Library anytime, anywhere on your mobile device with the NOLA Library App. Quickly find our locations, hours, and contact info; check your library account; learn about upcoming events and much more. For more information: neworleans.boopsie.com

Algiers Regional Library, 5

E-RESOURCES

Alvar Library, 5

• Read eBooks or listen to audiobooks with Overdrive and the NOPL Cloud Library: nolalibrary.org/borrow

Central City Library, 6 Children’s Resource Center Library, 6-7 East New Orleans Regional Library, 7-8

• Read current issues of 85 digital magazines with Flipster: nolalibrary.org/ borrow

Cita Dennis Hubbell Library, 8-9 Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center, 9-10 Martin Luther King Library, 10 Milton H. Latter Memorial Library, 10-11

• Stream from over 30,000 selected independent, foreign language, classic, and documentary films with Kanopy: nolalibrary.kanopystreaming.com • Download or stream from over 13 million songs and over 15,000 music videos with Freegal Music: nolalibrary.freegalmusic.com

Main Library, 11-12 Norman Mayer Library, 12

• Access a massive online training resource for self-paced and on-demand video tutorials taught by recognized industry professionals with Lynda.com: nolalibrary.org/borrow

Mid-City Library, 12 Nix Library, 12-13 Robert E. Smith Library, 13 Outside Venue, 13

High 5 - Top Titles

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Suggested Titles

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COMPUTER HELP From computer classes to one-on-one assistance, the Library is working to address the digital literacy needs of New Orleans: nolalibrary.org/services STORY TIMES

Flipster Digital Magazines

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Location Map

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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: nolalibrary.org/services

Stay up-to-date with Library News, Event, and Product information by signing up for weekly or monthly emails: nolalibrary.org

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300 New Orleans

Celebrating Our History & Culture

New Orleans 300 March 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

THROUGH MARCH 24

SAT, MARCH 17, 1-2:30pm

MAIN LIBRARY

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY

Queens, Baby Dolls and Social & Pleasure Clubs: Traditions and Rituals

A Window to Africa

This 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. It is documented through photographs and the ceremonial attire of the women who participate in the community based customs of the Black Masking/ Mardi Gras Indian, Baby Doll and Social and Pleasure Club traditions.

Have a look at the significant ways enslaved Africans perpetuated cultural and commercial practices at Congo Square with author, independent scholar, and arts educator, Freddi Williams Evans.

Further reading: Congo Square: African Roots in New Orleans (University of Lafayette Press, 2011).

Organized by Queen Cherice Harris-Nelson and curated by Herreast J. Harrison.

Image: courtesy of Cherice Harrison-Nelson.

Image: courtesy of presenter.

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YMCA YES!

Saying YES! to Community & Adult Education For over a decade, the New Orleans Public Library and the YMCA of Greater New Orleans have partnered to help adults reach their academic, professional, financial, and personal goals through the YMCA Educational Services (YES!) program. YES! began their partnership with the Library shortly after Hurricane Katrina when they moved their program to the Main Library and since then they have increased the services they offer and have expanded to two additional library locations, now working with over 750 adults each year. When asked about the partnership, YES! Director Shannan Cvitanovic says, “There’s no better location for an adult literacy program than the public library. When adults struggle with reading, they know to come to the library to ask for help. YES! could not have the same impact on the community if we were located anywhere else.”

YES! offers two types of programs, Community Education and Adult Education. The Community Education program provides support and guidance for clients with a specific need that they themselves cannot meet like completing job applications, resume building, email set up, completing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications, and other assistance related to workforce readiness, technology, or community advancement.

ABOUT YES! • YMCA Educational Services (YES!) is a partnership between the New Orleans Public Library and the YMCA of Greater New Orleans.

• YES! works with 750 individuals each year, ages 16 and up, to help them reach their academic, professional, financial, and personal goals.

• YES! programs are held at three library locations.

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The Adult Education “WHEN ADULTS STRUGGLE program focuses WITH READING, THEY on adult students who are interested KNOW TO COME TO THE in taking the High LIBRARY TO ASK FOR HELP.” School Equivalency Test (HiSET) or who want to increase their reading, language, or math skills while also enhancing their technological skills. The Adult Education program serves adults who are beginning readers through twelfth grade level.

Each student comes into YES! at various levels and with different goals in mind. Recent YES! success stories include a hotel housekeeper who was about to be promoted to supervisor, however she was embarrassed by her lack of computer skills and how that would hold her back in her new role. Another student, 20 years post high school graduation, needed a math refresher to pass a test required to advance at work.

In each of these cases, the free classes at YES! helped these adults to further develop the skills needed to advance in the workforce, thus enabling them to better support their families.

A current YES! student came into the Adult Education program eight months ago and has already passed all five HiSET tests. To her, education is a stepping stone to a better, more fulfilling life. She says, “Education means a better opportunity for goals you want to set in life.

I know adult education with the YES! at the library is awesome because you have a staff that works with you, encourages you, pushes you to be better, and you can get a better understanding of what you are working on. One of my goals after graduating is getting a good job.”

All YES! Programs are year-round and open to any and all applicants ages 16 and older. For more information about YES!, please call (504) 596-3842 or email shannanc@ymcaneworleans.org.

YES! PROGRAMS • ADULT EDUCATION: Enrolled students receive individualized teaching focused on academic skills, workforce development, and technological knowledge.

Enrollment is required.

• COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Walk-in clients receive assistance with basic computer skills and workforce readiness skills.

YMCA YES!

YES! Locations & Hours of Operation YES! at the Main Library Adult Education Program and Community Education Program: Monday-Thursday, 10am-4pm

YES! at the East New Orleans Regional Library Adult Education Program: Monday and Wednesday, 3pm-6:30pm Community Education: Monday-Thursday, 10am-3pm

YES! at the Norman Mayer Library Community Education: Tuesday and Thursday, 10am-1pm

For additional YES! information, call 504-596-3842 or email shannanc@ymcaneworleans.org.

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.

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY Mondays & Thursdays through April 16, 10am-2pm

EAST NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL LIBRARY Wednesdays through April 11, 10am-2pm

LATTER LIBRARY Tuesdays & Thursdays through April 10, 10am-2pm

NORMAN MAYER LIBRARY Tuesdays & Thursdays through April 16, 10am-2pm

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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BLACK HISTORY MONTH POSTER CONTEST

Winners of the 2018 Black History Month Poster Contest Theme: African Americans in Time of War Pre-k–6th Grade Category

1st Place

2nd Place

3rd Place

Alexander Ventura

Opal O’Toole

Rebecca Usey

3 rd grade, Hynes Charter School

4 grade, Waldorf School of New Orleans

6 th grade, Hynes Charter School

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7th–12th Grade Category

3rd Place Devon Celistan, Jr. 10 th grade, KIPP Renaissance High School

1st Place

2nd Place

Alex Hanks

Ishmael Blackstone

7th grade, Hynes Charter School

11th grade, St. Martin’s Episcopal School

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MARCH EVENT LISTINGS SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 1-2:30PM, New Orleans 300 Program: A

ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY 3014 Holiday Dr // 596-2641 M-Th 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm DAILY IN MARCH, Eisenhower School Protest Art Exhibit –A

collection of protest-themed linocuts is on display. The art was made by 8th grade students in Ms. Barthelemy’s class at Dwight D. Eisenhower Academy of Global Studies working with teaching artist Sara Quinn from KidsmART. 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 Tax Help – 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.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2-4PM, D.I.Y. Teens: Mardi Gras Bead Art – Get crafty by making Mardi Gras bead art out of your recycled beads.

Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Class is limited to 15 people. Sign up today at the front desk or by calling 504-596-2641.

TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 4-5:30PM, 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. Meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month (except March 20).

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 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 Wednessday of the month.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1-2:30PM, Teen Tech Week: Robots, Electronics and Beats, Oh My – Build solar-powered robots, play with littleBits circuitry , and create and download unique beats with Incredibox.

WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 14 & 28, 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, MARCH 17, 10AM-12PM, Historical Aspects of A Cajun in France: Journeys to Assimilations – Sidney Bellard, a retired educator, will discuss his recently published book, A Cajun in France: Journeys to Assimilations. The author, through very unusual circumstances, was the first of his paternal line to graduate from high school and college in the 1960s. He went on to assimilate into three distinct cultures – Cajun, American, and French. This is a program developed by the Algiers Historical Society with the cooperation and support of the New Orleans Public Library.

Window to Africa – Have a look at the significant ways enslaved Africans perpetuated cultural and commercial practices at Congo Square with author, independent scholar, and arts educator, Freddi Williams Evans. Further reading: Congo Square: African Roots in New Orleans (University of Lafayette Press, 2011).

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2-4PM, Coastal Cowboy Cattle Trail – Paul Noack talks about how south Texas cattle was driven to market in New Orleans during the 19th century. This program is developed by the Algiers Historical Society with the cooperation and support of the New Orleans Public Library.

MONDAY, MARCH 19, 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.

TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 4:30-5:30PM, How to Write a Killer College Essay – Want to feel confident and prepared to write your college application essay? Join us for a special presentation from educational consultant and former admissions reader Alisha Davlin. You’ll leave with the tools you need to tell your story. For teens and their parents.

THURSDAY, MARCH 22, 4:30-6PM, Teen Anime Club – Calling Otaku.

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 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.

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.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 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.

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 5-6PM, 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.

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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TOP 5 TITLES checked out of the New Orleans Public Library in January 2018

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

TOP 5 FICTION BOOKS

1. The Rooster Bar by John Grisham 2. Origin: A Novel by Dan Brown 3. Sing, Unburied, Sing: A Novel by Jesmyn Ward 4. Manhattan Beach: A Novel by Jennifer Egan 5. Two Kinds of Truth by Michael Connelly

TOP 5 NON-FICTION BOOKS

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, MARCH 5 & 19, 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, MARCH 12, 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 1. We Were Eight Years in Power: An American Tragedy by Ta-Nehisi Coates 2. Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House by Michael Wolff 3. The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish 4. Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson 4. Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance

TOP 5 DVDs

1. Wonder Woman 1. Girls Trip 3. Baby Driver 4. Atomic Blonde 5. It 8

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, MARCH 5 & 19, 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.

MONDAYS, MARCH 5, 12 & 19, 6-7:45PM, Short Story Writing Essentials – Allison Alsup leads a creative fiction writing workshop series, which will be geared towards adults ages 17 and up. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned veteran, this 3-session course is designed to jump start your story writing. The workshop series is made possible through a generous grant from Poets & Writers.

MONDAY, MARCH 5, 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.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 11AM-1PM, Lego Club – Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

MARCH EVENT LISTINGS

MONDAY, MARCH 12, 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, MARCH 24, 2-3PM, Drag Queen Story Hour – Drag Queens Aza Metric and Dede Onassis read two stories, then guide participants in making their very own wand or crown. The hour ends with a kid-friendly dance party. For ages 3 - 8. In partnership with Southern Rep Theatre.

MONDAY, MARCH 26, 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 & WEDNESDAYS BY RESERVATION, 3-6:30PM, YMCA YES! High School Diploma Classes. For reservations, call 504-596-3842.

TUESDAYS, 5:30-7PM, Prime Time – During this free six-week 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. Meets every Tuesday through April 3. Sponsored by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities.

WEDNESDAYS THROUGH APRIL 11, 10AM-2PM, AARP Tax Help – 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.

FRIDAYS, 10-11:30AM (will not meet March 30), Yes! Computer Assistance Services: Computer Basics – Topics include mouse, keyboard, and basic Internet skills. Please sign up by Friday, February 23. For more information or to sign up, please call 504-596-3842, email elizabethm@ymcaneworleans.org, or visit their website.

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.

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 1PM, Urban Fiction Book Club – March’s selection is Animal by K’wan. Light refreshments provided. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.

WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 7 & 21, 6-7PM, Shelf Help: Parenting Toddlers – Shelf Help is a new interactive program that addresses a practical

topic each month. In March, learn how to find some of the best recent books and online resources on the toddler stage. Bring your questions.

THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 5-6PM, Teen Tech Fest – Celebrate Teen Tech Week with some of our favorite activities in the teen room. Make a banana piano with our Makey Makey, experiment with stop motion animation on our iPads, or create your own ringtones. For ages 11 - 17.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 11AM-12PM, Community Yoga with STAR Yoga – Enjoy a free yoga class with STAR Yoga. Bring your own yoga mat or towel.

SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2-3PM, Women’s History Month Button Making – Create your own feminist flair with our button maker. Enjoy refreshments and music.

MONDAY, MARCH 12, 5-6PM, Maker Monday: DIY Trail Mix – Create your own snack mix in a jar. All supplies provided.

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 1-2PM, Appy Hour – Learn how to check out library materials on your tablet or e-reader. Bring your own device and get help using library apps.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 4:30-5:30PM, Discovery Days – Explore, create, and build with a fun activity. For ages 6 & up. March’s activity is making mini catapults and seeing how far they fly. Materials provided.

Meets on the 2nd Wednesdays of the month.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 5:30-7:30PM, Women’s History Month Film Screening – We will be screening Hidden Figures in honor of Women’s History Month. Light refreshments provided.

SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 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. March’s selection is Bluebird, Bluebird

by Attica Locke. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2-4PM, Movie Matinée – Enjoy a family-friendly movie matinée. March’s movie is Wonder. Watch the trailer on our website. Snacks provided.

MONDAY, MARCH 19, 5-6PM, How to Write a Killer College Essay – Want to feel confident and prepared to write your college application essay? Join us for a special presentation from educational consultant and former admissions reader Alisha Davlin. You’ll leave with the tools you need to tell your story. For teens and their parents.

TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 5-6PM, Kahoot Trivia – Choose your own topics and play using your phones or Library iPads. For ages 11 - 17.

SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2-4PM, Care Package Assembly for NOLA SART – Help assemble care packages for the New Orleans Sexual Assault Response Team (NOLA SART). Refreshments provided.

Throughout the month of March, East New Orleans Regional Library is partnering with NOLA SART to collect donations for sexual assault survivors.

MONDAY, MARCH 26, 5-6PM, Maker Monday: Slime – Make your own slime. All supplies provided. For ages 9 - 17.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 4:30-5:30PM, Discovery Days - Lego Club – Build and play with a wide assortment of Lego, Lego Duplo, and K’nex bricks. For ages 3 & up. Meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month.

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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MARCH EVENT LISTINGS

THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 6-7PM, HiRE Training – Learn how to create

an account and search for jobs using HiRE, the Louisiana Workforce Commission’s site for job seekers.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 1-2PM, Play with Peeps – Here’s your chance to play with your food. Stack them, build with them, dress them up. We’ll provide supplies and examples.

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, HiSet Tutoring – Reservations required by

calling 504-596-3113.

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.

Suggested Titles

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

and caregivers with children age 5 and under.

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, MARCH 10, 10:30-11:15AM, Community Arts and Literacy Workshop – This fun artist-led interactive workshop is for parents and children to improve learning through the performing arts. All children receive a snack and free book to keep. For ages 6 & under. In partnership with Young Audiences. Sponsored by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 6:30-8PM, Author Night at Hubbell Library – Deborah Burst discusses her latest book The Magical World of Trees: They Love, Nurture and Communicate. Containing information about the symbiotic relationship between people and trees, wisdom from environmental legends, and glimpses into the great forests of the world, this is a book that every nature lover will learn from. Sponsored by the Friends of Hubbell Library.

TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 6-7:30PM, Hook, Book & Needle Craft Group –

Teens and adults of all skill levels welcome. Meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

For Young Adults

IF YOU LIKED Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass by Meg Medina, READ The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo.

IF YOU LIKED The Selection by Kiera Cass, READ The Belles by Dhonielle Clayton.

IF YOU LIKED Drama by Raina Telgemeier, READ The Backstagers by James Tynion IV & Rian Sygh.

IF YOU LIKED The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls, READ Priestdaddy: A Memoir by Patricia Lockwood.

IF YOU LIKED They Can’t Kill Us Until They Kill Us by Hanif Abdurraqib, READ Feel Free: Essays by Zadie Smith.

For Adults

IF YOU LIKED Room by Emma Donoghue, READ Only Child by Rhiannon Navin.

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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.

MARCH EVENT LISTINGS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 6:30PM, Women Artists in New Orleans –

Judith Bonner, Senior Curator and Curator of Art at The Historic New Orleans Collection, discusses the history of women artists in New Orleans. Sponsored by Friends of Hubbell Library.

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 (except March 5), 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 504-4279375 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.

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

who want to become U.S. citizens in preparing 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.

SATURDAYS (through March 31), 1-3PM, NOYOM Youth Poetry Workshop – Prepare for the annual slam competition during the New Orleans Youth Poetry Festival, held on April 18 and 20 - 21, with poetry workshops for teens. Each week will focus on two different examples of poetry and performance. Workshops are designed in a series but attendance of previous workshops is not required. Preregistration is not required but is encouraged by emailing NOYouthOpenMic@gmail.com or texting 504-228-2179. In partnership with NOYOM. MONDAY, MARCH 5, 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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 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.

SATURDAYS, MARCH 10 & 24, 10AM-11:30PM, Evacuteer Training – Evacuation volunteers (aka Evacuteers) are the people who make sure that we all get out safety during a City-Assisted Evacuation. To learn more about becoming an Evacuteer, come to a training.

MONDAYS, MARCH 12 & 19, 4-5:30PM, Kids Code – Learn to code in these classes by Tech Talent South. Come to every class or stop in when you can. This program is limited to kids ages 9 - 13. Please bring a laptop.

THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 6-7:30PM, Book Gumbo Book Club –Call Rosa F. Keller Library for this month’s book selection. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 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.

MONDAY, MARCH 19, 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.

FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 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.

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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MARCH EVENT LISTINGS

SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 11AM-12PM, Spring Egg Hunt – Join the fun at

our annual Spring Egg Hunt for families with children up to age 10. The hunt will start promptly at 11am. After the hunt, we will have stories and coloring. Please bring a basket or bag. Sponsored by the Broadmoor Improvement Association.

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 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, MARCH 10, 11AM-1PM, Saturday Morning Cartoons – Family friendly movie time. Refreshments will be served. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 5:30-6:30PM How to Stream Music & Movies for Free – Learn how to stream and download music and movies for

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free with your library card using two free library resources, Hoopla and Freegal.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 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.

SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 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.

TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 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.

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.

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

Help – 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.

Magazines you know and love, available digitally.

From Forbes to Food & Wine, Consumer Reports to Cosmo, Highlights to Men’s Health, ® and everything in between, with Flipster you can now access 85 of your favorite magazines.

Now Available can be downloaded to Android™ phones and tablets, Apple® phones and Magazines

tables, and Kindle Fire tablets for offline reading anytime, anywhere. Flipster offers an easy, browse-able reading experience. Users can browse magazines by category as well • Magazine Title 1 as perform searches for specific periodicals. An online newsstand provides a carousel • Magazine Title 2 • Magazine 3 of theTitle most recent issues, as well as a carousel of all issues allowing for quick access to • Magazine Title 4 • Magazine Title 5 magazines.

The table of contents contains links for quick access to articles of interest • Magazine Title 6 and hotlinks within magazines are hyperlinked, opening in separate tabs when clicked.

• Magazine Title 7 • Magazine Title 8 In addition, there is an option to zoom in and out for better readability.

• Magazine Title 9

Instant access to the magazines you know and love in an easy-to-read digital format.

• Magazine Title 10

To access flipster, visit nolalibrary.org, click Borrow on the main navigation menu, click Read, and you’ll see the Flipster logo at the bottom of the webpage.

All you need is your library card.

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MARCH EVENT LISTINGS

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

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

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 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.

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 5PM, 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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 6-7:30PM, Maple Street At Latter Book Club – Call Latter Library for this month’s book selection. Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month.

TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 6-8PM, Wine & Coloring – For ages 21 and over. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 7-9PM, NORDC Movies in the Park: Field of Dreams – NORDC’s Movies in the Park series is back! Watch Field of Dreams, the classic 1989 baseball flick, under the stars. Movie goers are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. The movie starts at sundown.

TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 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, MARCH 28, 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 *Events are subject to change or cancellation due to cosmetic renovations. Please call 504-596-2565 to verify events.

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, DURING LIBRARY HOURS, Craft Corner – Make a fun simple craft with supplies and examples provided. A new craft every two weeks. This is a passive craft for children, located in the Alan and Cecilia Sands Early Literacy Center. Assistance from a guardian is recommended for younger ages.* DAILY, THROUGH MARCH 24, New Orleans 300 Program: Queens, Baby Dolls and Social & Pleasure Clubs: Traditions and Rituals Exhibit – This 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. It is documented through photographs and the ceremonial attire of the women who participate in the community based customs of the Black Masking/Mardi Gras Indian, Baby Doll and Social and Pleasure Club traditions. Organized

by Queen Cherice Harris-Nelson 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.

MONDAYS-THURSDAYS BY RESERVATION, 10AM-4PM, YMCA YES!

High School Diploma Classes – For reservations, call 504-596-3842.

MONDAYS & THURSDAYS, 10AM, 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.

WEDNESDAYS, 3-5:30PM, Yu-Gi-Oh! Wednesdays – Teen duelists of all skill levels are welcome to play.* THURSDAYS, 1:30PM, Story Time & Craft – Open to all families and caregivers with children age 7 and under.* THURSDAYS, 4-6PM, Homework Help – A librarian will be in the teen zone dedicating time for homework assistance.* FRIDAYS, 3-4:30PM, Xbox Afternoon – Teens, bring your own rated T games or play ours.* SATURDAYS, 1PM, Story Time & 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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 1:30-2:30PM, Women’s History Month Button Making – Celebrate Women’s History Month by creating your own button of a woman you admire to take home and keep. For ages 11 - 17.

Supplies provided on a first come, first served basis.* SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2-4PM, Video Game Day – Play your favorite video games on the second floor in the Teen Zone. It’s all free so bring a friend. Meets on the 1st Saturday of the month.* THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: Teen Tech Week Edition – Learn a simple lesson in soldering and creating a circuit to take home and keep. For ages 11 - 17. Supplies provided on a first come, first served basis. * SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2-4PM, Teen Movie Matinée – In the Teen Zone on the second floor. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month.* THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: Women’s History Month Zines – Celebrate Women’s History Month by creating your own zine about a woman you admire or whatever you like. For ages 11 - 17. Supplies provided on a first come, first served basis.*

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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MARCH EVENT LISTINGS

SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 2-4PM, Anime Club – In the Teen Zone on the

second floor. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.* SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 3-4:30PM, littleBits Inventor Club – Come together to learn, play, and build with littleBits at the Main Library in Youth Services. Each month will be a different design challenge. Open to all skill levels, ages 8-17 and caregivers. Visit our chapter webpage at http://littlebits.cc/community/chapters/new-orleans-public-library for more information. Meets on the 3rd Sunday of the month.* THURSDAY, MARCH 22, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: littleBits – Get creative and work as a team with our littleBits Inventors Club as we build launchers. For ages 11 - 17. * SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2-4PM, Tabletop Gaming in the Teen Zone.

Meets on the 4th Saturday of the month.* THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 1:30-2:30PM, Maker Crafternoon: Wind Powered Objects –Build balloon powered objects and do fun experiments with air. For ages 11 - 17. Supplies provided on a first come, first served basis.* SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 2-4PM, Bonus Crafternoon –Teen interestdriven crafting time - come tell us what you want to make.*

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

Tutoring – Designed for 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 Tax Help – 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.

SUNDAYS, 2-3:30PM, Community Composting with Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off. For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

SATURDAYS, MARCH 3 & 17, 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 Saturday of the month.

THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 5:30-6:30PM, Booked for Murder Book Club – Call Norman Mayer Library for this month’s book selection. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

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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, 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?

WEDNESDAYS, 5:30-7PM, Community Composting with Compost NOW – Bring frozen food scraps to this weekly food waste drop-off.

For more information, visit nolalibrary.org.

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 10AM-2PM, Community Queens College Application Assistance – The Community Queens will assist high school teens with college applications, scholarships, resume building, and more. For more information about the Community Queens, visit their website.

MONDAY, MARCH 19, 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, MARCH 20, 5-6PM, Financial Literacy Workshop: Script Your Family’s Future: Why You Need an Estate Plan – Learn about asset transfer, incapacity protection, guardian for minors or dependents, charitable intent and/or tax control at this preparation presentation.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 6-7PM, Nola DNA Presentation – Pulling from an archive of over 30,000 historic New Orleans newspapers from 1888-1929, Joseph Makkos, curator of Nola DNA, presents his recent findings on historic street food culture, primitive food trucks, regional kitchen lore, and the prohibition-era recipes.

THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 5:30-7:30PM, Black Sci-Fi Club – This month, discuss the Nebula Award-winning book Who Fears Death by Nnedi Okorafor. Snacks and lively conversation provided.

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

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

MARCH EVENT LISTINGS

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, MARCH 9, 5:30PM, 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, MARCH 17, 11AM-12PM, Magic Tree House Book Club – For ages 8 - 10. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

MONDAY, MARCH 26, 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.

SATURDAYS, 3-4PM, Lego Club

ROBERT E. SMITH LIBRARY

OUTSIDE VENUE

6301 Canal Blvd // 596-2638

THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 11AM-12PM, Dr. Seuss Story Time – Celebrate

Dr. Seuss’s birthday (also known as Read Across America Day) with a special Dr. Seuss-y Story Time.

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 3-5PM, Cram Jam– Study for 2 power hours.

Snacks and drinks will be provided.

TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 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.

TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 6-7:30PM, History of the Cocktail – Join us as we discuss popular drinks. Meets on the last Saturday of the month.

Sponsored by Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 6-7PM, Popular Fiction Book Club – March’s selection is Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. Refreshments will be provided. Meets on the last Thursday of the month.

Siberia Lounge

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.

2227 St. Claude Avenue MONDAY, MARCH 5, 7-9PM, Saved by the Bell Trivia –Test your

knowledge of everyone’s favorite 90’s TV show at our Saved by the Bell Trivia Night. The best team name earns extra points. Costumes encouraged. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

The Friends of the New Orleans Public Library book sales are New Orleans’ best-kept secret for great used books, music, and movies at low prices; and, all sales support the Library.

You can invest in the Library by shopping at the Friends Book Sales: ALGIERS REGIONAL LIBRARY 3014 Holiday Drive

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

Every Saturday, 10am-2pm

Last Saturday of each month, 10am-4pm

Friends of the

NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY

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.

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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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

nolalibrar y.org