Broward County Library December 2020 Magazine

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: n The Big Read 2021 n The South Florida

Social Justice Common Read

n Holiday Events

DIRECTOR’S

Message

I think we can all agree that 2020 has been a year like no other. The unprecedented circumstances of the year brought us incredibly challenging situations, but they have encouraged moments of self-reflection as well, and I’m optimistic about 2021.

While 2020 has taken away so much, it has also given us the gift of time to spend. Maybe you now have the time and opportunity meet some of your fitness goals, do unfinished DIY projects or enhance your jobs skills online. Whatever your plans may be, I hope Broward County Library will be able to fill some of your time with our wealth of materials, available both online and now in person. Online live events, classes and workshops, opportunities to grow personally, professionally and creatively – Broward County Library strives to provide outstanding access, discovery and delivery of our services and resources, all to provide you with an enhanced and engaging customer experience.

Call us, visit our website or visit your nearest branch to get started. We are still offering curbside service, so it’s never been more convenient to get the resources you need.

Time is a gift. What we each decide to do with that gift is up to each of us.

Sincerely, Kelvin Watson Broward County Library Director

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Director’s Message...........................................................2

EVENTS FOR ADULTS Health and Wellness.......................................................3 Book Discussions and Literary Events....................4 Business, Careers and Finance.................................4 Discussions and Meetups.............................................5 English Café........................................................................6 U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization........................6

EVENTS FOR CHILDREN & TEENS Ready for College, Maker Night................................7

FOR ALL AGES Holiday Events...................................................................8

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Health & Wellness December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Chair Yoga: Improve balance and strength, presented by certified yoga teacher, Leigh Ann Russo, Noon-1PM, Register December 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21 - Tai Chi for Arthritis: Improve your balance, strength, flexibility, muscle tone and coordination, sponsored by The Area Agency on Aging of Broward County, 10:30-11:30AM, Register December 3 - Holidays & Stress: Learn how to deal with stress during the holiday season or any other time of the year, presented by Jada Santos, PSYD., a clinical psychologist at Memorial Neuroscience Institute, 11AMNoon, Register

ALVIN SHERMAN LIBRARY HEALTH & WELLNESS SERIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Learn how to help your child have a healthy and successful school year in this free program series featuring Broward’s leading healthcare experts and community organizations. Register • December 1 - Gun Safety-Protecting Your Children: Learn how to prevent firearm accidents in the home and discuss current gun laws and statistics, presented by Deborah Davis of The League of Women Voters of Broward County, Noon-1PM

December 3 - Code Red RX: The Impact of Financial Stress on Your Health & Solutions to the Problem: Poor financial health can make you sick – learn tips and techniques on keeping your body, mind and bank account in good shape, 2-3PM, Register

• December 3 - Nova Southeastern University Health Clinics Overview: Learn about the Division of Clinical Operations at NSU, which oversees the University’s 33 health care centers, presented by Leonard Pounds, NSU Vice President of Clinical Operations, 4-5PM

December 5 - How to Take Care of Yourself So You Can Take of Your Business: Learn how to use mindfulness, tai chi and journaling to take care of your mental well-being, diminish stress and focus on your business, presented by Edouard Gilles, NASM Certified Personal Trainer/Medical Qigong Tai-chi practitioner, 1-2:30PM, Register

• December 8 - Early Literacy: Support your child’s love of reading and learning! Join librarians and early childhood experts to learn about the science of reading and the impact of books on social/emotional development and school readiness, Noon-1PM

December 8 - Reggae Movement with Sista Keachia: Kuumba - Coming Together and Creating through Movement. Explore the cultural movement and fusion of African beats with traditional dance, live drums and a presentation of African artifacts, Noon-1PM, Register

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Book Discussions & Literary Events December 3 - Stand Up, Speak Out - The South Florida Social Justice Common Read Series: Join us for a series of curated conversations based on readings that explore racial inequality, featuring Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin by Sybrina Fulton and Tracey Martin, 7-8:30PM, Facebook Live December 4 - Nonfiction Book Club, 11AM-Noon, Register December 8 - Hoopla Book Club Hub featuring The Fixed Stars: A Memoir by Molly Wizenberg, an exploration of marriage, motherhood and life balance, Noon-1PM, Register December 9 - Bonding with Books: An online book chat, 10:30AM-Noon, Register December 14 - Jewish Book Review Series: Featuring The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd, a novel that reimagines the life and times of Jesus Christ through the eyes of his wife, 10AM-11AM, Register December 15 - Book Bunch: Featuring A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende, which follows the relationship between Roser, a pregnant young widow and Victor Dalmau, an Army doctor during the Spanish Civil War, 3:30-4:30PM, Register December 16 - Book Discussion: Featuring The Simulacra by Philip K. Dick, a short novel in which a farfuture US is ruled by a conspiracy that hides behind a fake, animatronic president, 3-4:30PM, Register December 16 - Reader’s Online Book Club: Featuring Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano, tells the story of a 12-year-old boy who is the sole survivor of a plane crash that kills all of the other 191 passengers, including the protagonist’s family, 4-5PM, Register December 17 - Spanish Book Club, 4-5PM, Register

Business, Careers & Finance December 10 - Career Exploration - Radio Presenter: Learn about the radio industry and the skills and qualifications required to become a radio presenter, 5-6PM, Register December 14 - Job Seekers Workshop - Resumes and More: Learn how to conduct a successful job search and create a great resume and cover letter, 2-3PM, Register December 15 - Insurance Matters - Health: Find out about your best options when selecting health insurance, 1-2PM, Register

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December 5 - EULA League @ Broward County Library (Session 3: Project for Civic Engagement): An exploration of concepts, issues and art with local artist and educator Allison Bolah, 11AM-12:30PM, Register December 9 - Ending the Silence: Speak About It: Join the African American Research Library & Cultural Center in partnership with NAMI Broward for a yearly, mental health review that includes reflecting, coping and letting go, 7-8:30PM, Register December 15 - F.U.N. (Florida Ukulele Network) Virtual Ukulele Play and Sing Along Hour: Join the F.U.N. for a live, hour of strumming and singing ukulele favorites, 4-5PM, Register

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December 17 - Afrikan & Diaspora Studies: Examining our history and future, 4-5:15PM, Register

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Walk-up/ Drive-up Service Even though Broward County Libraries have now opened to serve the public, we are continuing our curbside service.

You can pick up reserved library materials in a safe manner while You may reserve books, DVDs and other library materials using our online catalog or by calling your local library.

Locations and Hours

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English Cafe Speakers of other languages can practice reading and conversational English in a relaxed and inclusive environment.

BEGINNING December 4, 11, 18 - 2-2:45PM, Register (Limited to 10 participants) INTERMEDIATE December 1, 8, 15, 22 - 4-5:30PM, Register December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 -12:30-1:30PM, Register (Limited to 15 participants) December 2, 9, 16 - 10:30AM-Noon, Register December 7, 14 - 4-5PM, Register (Limited to 15 participants) ADVANCED December 14 - 10:30AM-Noon, Register

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization: Everything needed to pass your interview!

December 1, 8, 15 - 3-4:30PM, Register – Zoom

Social Justice in South Florida Project We are living in troubled times where race, racism and racial justice issues in this country are affecting law enforcement, culture, behavior, and values. Broward County Library developed the Stand Up, Speak Out: Social Justice Project in South Florida to capture this moment in time for future generations.

You are invited to express yourself and share your experiences using an original work to which you own the rights, in your choice of media. Journal entries, poems, drawing, music, videos, photos, and more are welcome to be considered for this special South Florida archive. All age groups are encouraged to participate in this unique opportunity to document this extraordinary period in history.

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CHILDREN AND TEENS Ready for College: Attention high school juniors and seniors – get college ready with free workshops on scholarships, test prep and more! Register • December 1 - How to Apply For Scholarships, 4:30-6PM.

December 15 - Counting on Learning 3-5: Join Youth Service librarians for stories and songs focusing on having fun with numbers and basic math, recommended for ages 3-5, 10-11AM, Register

• December 8 - Completing the FAFSA, English Edition, 4:30-6PM. • December 15 - A Closer Look at All of Your Options After High School, 4:30-6PM. • December 3, 7, 10 - Free SAT/ACT Online Workshop, 4-5:15PM. Register

December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Tweens & Teens Anime Club: Discuss graphic novels, television, movies, illustration and pop culture related to Japanese animation, 5-5:45PM, Register December 3, 10 - Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories: Explore a joyous blend of traditional and original songs and new interpretations of folktales each week in English and Spanish with award-winning, internationallytouring family musician and teaching artist, Alina Celeste in a special livestream performance, 11-11:30AM, NSUAlvin Sherman Library, Facebook LIVE

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December 11 - Teen Maker Night: Use your creative energy to make fun crafts and projects with simple items you can find lying around the house! Register online to receive Zoom log-in instructions, 4-5PM, Register

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HOLIDAY EVENTS December 15 - Celebrate the Holidays: All-Ages Virtual Celebration! Stories with Carrie Sue Avyar. Enjoy crafts, a sing-along, prizes and more, 4-5PM, Register

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December 16 - Polar Express Family Night: Get your PJ’s & hot chocolate ready to join library staff and special guests for a live ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas performance from South Florida Chamber Ensemble and a special storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus; takehome craft and holiday surprise available for pick up at Southwest Regional Library while supplies last, 6-7:45PM, Register December 17 - Winter Fun Time for Children and Tweens: Fun winter-themed interactive games including Gingerbread Challenge, Kahoot Winter Trivia and a digital escape room, recommended for ages 5-12, 2-3PM, Register December 26 - Kwanzaa Kickoff Celebration: Join the staff of the African American Research Library and Cultural Center for the virtual Kwanzaa celebration, including workshops focusing on the holiday’s seven principles, 10AM-6PM, Register December 27 - Kwanzaa Celebration - Kujichagulia: Self Determination. Join the staff of West Regional Library for a celebration featuring dance, drums and a keynote address by author Tiffani Knowles, 4-5PM, Register

South Florida C VID-19 Proj ect Broward County Library developed the COVID-19 Project to capture this moment for future generations.

Express your COVID-19 experiences using original work to which you own the rights in your choice of media. Journal entries, poems, drawings, music, videos, photos and more to be considered for this special South Florida archive.

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Florida Center for the Book and Broward County Library invites all of Broward County to join

NEA BIG READ BIG READ PAGE

Join Joy Harjo, a member of the Mvskoke/Creek Nation and current U.S. poet laureate, in an online conversation as she reads works from her latest book, An American Sunrise: Poems and has a moderated Q+A discussion. In 2019, Harjo was appointed the 23rd United States Poet Laureate, the first Native American to hold the position. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Harjo is an internationally known award-winning poet, writer, performer, and saxophone player of the Mvskoke/Creek Nation.

January 2021

BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY NEA BIG READ PROGRAMS

NEA BIG READ A CONVERSATION WITH JOY HARJO

OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE: • Digital Storytelling where participants create a comic inspired by Native American poetry.

• Art workshops where participants can connect while making art, with Iretta Tiger and Dante Blais-Billie.

FOR THE FAMILY: • Book discussions, book giveaways, theatrical readings, spoken word poetry workshops, American Sign Language, and more.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

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