Broward County Library February 2021 Magazine

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Representation • Identity • Diversity

INSIDE THIS ISSUE n Black History Month Events n Pen to Page Writing Workshops n Moonlight Tales

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE After four wonderful years at Broward County Library, I will be taking the next step in my career journey this month, having accepted the position of Executive Director of the Las Vegas Clark County Library District. I am grateful for the experience I’ve had with Broward County Libraries Division, and I genuinely enjoyed the time I shared with you all. I am thankful to our staff and for their help in transforming the Broward County Libraries and charting a new and innovative direction, and I am thankful for every one of you, our customers and our community.

In the last four years we have overcome challenges, achieved goals, worked hard and still made time to enjoy ourselves, with amazing community events and programs that allowed me to get to know you, your families and your communities.

From dance floor fun at AARLCC’s Destination Fridays to story times at Stirling Road Branch, official ribbon cuttings to Career Online High School commencement, the memories and relationships Broward County has gifted me will travel with me wherever I go.

In my final Director’s Message for Broward County Library, I would like to personally invite everyone to celebrate Black History Month 2021’s theme of “The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity.” I encourage you and your family to attend

one of our free, online Black History Month events, because, as we look toward to the challenges and changes of the upcoming year, there is no better time to celebrate the significance of this theme to all of us. To me, it stresses the importance of seeing and being seen, of recognizing that beyond our differences, all of us deserve respect, recognition and the opportunity to rise above and succeed. Above all, I wish that for each and every one of you, and I know that it is possible.

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TABLE OF

Contents

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

EVENTS FOR ADULTS

Language Classes...........................................................3 U.S. Citizenship Classes................................................3 Book Clubs and Discussions.......................................3 Jobs, Business and Tech...............................................4 Poetry, Music and Film..................................................5 Writing and Photography.............................................5 Health and Wellness.......................................................6 Black History Month........................................................6 Moonlight Tales................................................................8

EVENTS FOR YOUTH Black History Month........................................................9 Valentine’s Day.................................................................9 Little Learners....................................................................9 Festivals and Fun.......................................................... 11 Anime.................................................................................. 11 Book Clubs........................................................................ 11 With that in mind, I will leave you with the closing words of my favorite poem, Invictus, by William Ernest Henley.

I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul.

Sincerely, Kelvin Watson Broward County Library Director

ADULTS

Language Classes English Café: Practice your English in a safe, fun atmosphere!

February 1, 8, 22 - Advanced, with Miramar Branch volunteers and staff, 10:30AM-Noon, Register February 2, 9, 16, 23 - Intermediate, with Hallandale Beach Branch volunteers and staff, 4-5:30PM, Register February 3, 10, 17, 24 - With Miramar Branch volunteers and staff, 10:30AM-Noon, Register February 4, 11, 18, 25 - Intermediate, 12:30-1:30PM, Register February 5, 12, 19, 26 - Beginners, registration required/ class size limited, 2-2:45PM, Register Spanish Café: Conversational practice class February 1, 8, 15, 22 - Beginner’s vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar, 11:30AM-1PM, Register

Bookclubs & Discussions February 8 - Jewish Book Review Series, The Book of V.: A Novel by Anna Solomon, presented in partnership with the Institute of Jewish Knowledge and Learning, 1011AM, Register February 10 - Bonding with Books: Discuss recent reads or old favorites, 10:30AM-Noon, Register February 13 - Author Talk: Join award-winning local author Craig Moody in a live, online discussion of his recent books, 1-2PM, Register February 16 - Book Bunch Online Book Discussion: Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier, 3:30-4:30PM, Register February 17 - Readers Online Book Club: The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett, 4-5PM, Register February 25 - Broward Library Spanish Book Club: Sirena Selena vestida de pena de Mayra Santos-Febres.

La Biblioteca Pública de Broward invita cordialmente a la discusión virtual de la novela. Presented in Spanish, 4-5PM, Register

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

Express yourself and share your experiences using an original work to which you own the rights, in your choice of media. Journal entries, poems, drawings, music, videos, photos are welcome to be considered for this special archive.

ADULTS

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization February 2, 9, 16, 23 - With Citizens-in-Action volunteers, moderated by Southwest Regional Library staff, 5:45-6:45PM, Register

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Jobs, Business & Tech February 1 - PowerPoint: Inserting Visual Data into Your Presentation, 5-6PM, Register February 10 - Clases de Computadora en Espaùol: Phishing y Robo de Identidad, Noon-1PM, Register February 11 - iPad Essentials iPadOS: Basic iPad skills, 3-4PM, Register February 16 - Phishing and Email Safety: Scams, antivirus protection, security updates and good email safety habits, 2-2:30PM, Register February 17 - Job Fair Online, presented by HR Connection, 10AM-Noon, Register February 18 - Raise Your Company’s Online Profile, 11AM-Noon, Register February 23 - Adobe Premiere Pro: Organizing Media, 11AM-12:30PM, Register February 24 - Phishing and Identity Theft: Phishing prevention and online safety, Noon-1PM, Register February 24 - Job Seekers Workshop: Conduct a successful job search with free library/community resources and create a great resume/cover letter, 2-3PM, Register

You can now pay fines online with your credit card!

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Walk-up/Drive-up Service Even though Broward County Library buildings are now open to the public, we are continuing our convenient curbside service.

You can reserve books, DVDs and other library materials using the online catalog or by calling your local library.

Locations and Hours

Free Online Tutoring from

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Writing & Photography February 1, 8 - Showcasing through the Lens: Learn how to make photography work for your business in this free, four-part course that includes a monthly class and meet-up session, 2/1: Online Class, 3-5PM; 2/8: Online meetup and critique, 3-4PM, Register February 4, 11, 18 - Pen to Page: Writing Workshop Series: Explore your creativity in this interactive, online writing class with instructors from the Art Project. Take one class or all – your choice, 5:30-7PM, Register

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Health & Wellness

Black History Month

February 2, 9, 16, 23 - Chair Yoga, with registered yoga instructor Leigh Ann Russo, Noon-1PM, Register

February 2 - Discover Who You Are - Learn about your family and ancestors, 2-3PM, Register

February 3 - Managing Stress While Job Searching, with Joyce Mandel, 2-3PM, Register

February 4 - Cultural Conversations at the Center: Raising Independent, Well-Rounded and Confident Kids, with Michelle Taylor Willis, author of Significance: A Guide to Raising Independent, Well-Rounded and Confident Kids, and M. Denise Simmons, awardwinning, Haitian-American, filmmaker of MD Simmons Productions, 5-6PM, Facebook Live

February 4 - What is Feng Shui?

2-3PM, Register February 22 - Dog Body Language!

Have you ever wondered what your dog is trying to tell you? Join us for this presentation by The Humane Society of Broward County, 3-4PM, Register February 23 - Heart Health 2021: Explore the latest information on heart health, 2-3PM, Register

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February 4, 18 - The 26:50 with Lauren Nicole: AARLCConAir ia s show from the African American Research Library & Cultural Center featuring influencial stories of the week, 11:30AM-1:30PM. Call 954-3572650 for details.

February 9 - Taking It Black - Showing Our Heritage through Movement: African dance with Sista Keachia, Noon-1PM, Register February 13 - Drive-in Family Films & Fun: Join us for a drive-in movie night featuring the family-friendly film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018); movie starts at 5:30PM, but arrive early for the drive-in fun! Space limited; call 954-357-6224 to register, 4-7:30PM February 25 - Lift Every Voice! A Musical Celebration of the Rich Traditions of Black Singers and Songs, presented by Opera Fusion and featuring two of South Florida’s finest classical performers: Kyaunnee Richardson, soprano, and Neil Nelson, bass-baritone, 3:30-4PM, Register February 25 - Mental Health at Home and Onscreen: Film Director Antwon Lindsey, Sandra Cumper of the National Alliance on Mental Illness and Dr. Malissa Sanon of Indiana University, discuss mental health in the Black community through film, institutions, and support groups.

The panel will be moderated by Dr. Ramona La Roche of the African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

7-8:30PM, Register

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Creative Writing Workshops Broward County Library’s Pen to Page creative writing workshops led by teaching artists from Art Prevails Project. The Pen to Page workshops take place online on select Thursdays from 5:30 to 7PM and consist of five themes covered by six sessions each.

Participants may choose to attend one or all of the themed sessions. Each session will be a 90-minute interactive experience in which participants will benefit from working with proven writing professionals.

Art Prevails Project is a performing and literary arts organization committed to providing artistic and cultural experiences through performance and education using a multidisciplinary approach rooted in theatre and creative writing.

The six-week, themed sessions address the following topics:

Truth to Power: Poetry

January 14 • January 21 • January 28 • February 4 February 11 • February 18

Vocalized Poetry

March 4 • March 11 • March 18 • March 25 • April 1 • April 8

Who am I? Personal Narrative/Memoir April 29 • May 6 • May 13 • May 20 • May 27 • June 3

On Journey: Personal Narrative/Memoir June 17 • June 24 • July 1 • July 8 • July 15 • July 22

Painting with Words: Varied Genres of Writing August 5 • August 12 • August 19 • August 26 September 2 • September 9

REGISTER HERE

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Music, Poetry & Film February 12 - 4th Annual Japanese Traditional Music Program: Learn about the fascinating history and culture of Japanese traditional instruments followed by a Q & A with presenter/musician Dr. Joseph Amato. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens present in collaboration with Japanese Culture Promotion and by Toshiba International Foundation, 5-6PM, Register February 13 - Chopin for All: Join us for a conversation and exclusive performance watch party with the Bronze Medal winner from the 2020 National Chopin Piano Competition, Parker Van Ostrand. 3-4PM, Register

South Florida C VID-19 Project 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 will be considered for this special South Florida archive.

February 16 - Poetry Club: Moderated by Sadiq Alkoriji from South Regional/Broward College Library, 2-3PM, Register February 16 - FUN: Virtual Ukulele Play & Sing-along Hour: Join the host Laura and other performers from Florida Ukulele Network in a live hour of strumming and singing to ukulele favorites. 5-6PM, Register Distance Separates Us, Kindness Brings Us Together

MOON LIGHT

TALES

ONLINE!

photo: Katelyn Stoneberger

Join us in a live setting as we listen to curated stories by Adam Booth, Carrie Sue Ayvar and Dr. Joel Ying under the moonlight and stars, in your own home!

CARRIE SUE AYVAR

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FREE ONLINE MARKETING WORKSHOPS Presented in partnership with General Assembly

Wednesday, February 24 7-8PM

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BUILT IN BROWARD!

DR. JOEL YING

Creative Money: Rebuilding Your Small Business for a Post-Crisis Rebound Learn how you can bounce back amid the ongoing pandemic by forging new business relationships, redesigning your marketing campaign, overcoming operational challenges and gaining control of your cash flow. Presented by Jessie Prugh and Angela Yunk, founders of Art Hive Magazine.

Thursday, February 4, 6-7:15PM • Register Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs and Consultants Explore how to develop and leverage your personal brand, including personal branding statements, key elements for your social media profile, media opportunities and tracking revenue impact. Presented by business consultant Terry Rice, author of the upcoming book “Start Your Own Consulting Business: Your StepBy-Step Guide to Success.”

Thursday, February 25, 6-8PM • Register Built in Broward is sponsored by the Libraries Build Business (LLB), an initiative of the American Library Association funded by Google.org.

YOUTH

Black History Month

February 3, 10, 17, 24 - Raise a Reader Storytime: Join Miss Ruthie for stories and songs, 10:30-11AM, lib.nova. edu/facebook February 7 - My First Fine-Arts with Jazzy Ash: Come along on a Crescent City-inspired, jazzy musical adventure, 2-2:30PM, lib.nova.edu/facebook

February 13 - Drive-in Family Films & Fun: Join us for a drive-in movie night featuring the family-friendly film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018); movie starts at 5:30PM, but arrive early for the drive-in fun! Space limited, 4-7:30PM, call to register: 954-357-6224

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Resources

February 13, 27 - Crafternoons with Miss Lisa, 2-3PM, Register February 16 - Kahoot Trivia, for upper elementary and middle school students, 4-4:30PM, Register February 18 - Kahoot Trivia for teens, 4-4:30PM, Register February 19 - Digital Collages: Teens! Learn different techniques for creating digital collages, class size limited, pre-registration required: lib.nova.edu/teenevents.

6-7PM. Register February 24 - Literary Creations: Learn & Create. Inspired by the Harlem Globetrotters. 4:30- 5:30PM, Register

Valentine’s Day

February 1-4, 6, 8-11 - Make It & Take It Craft Bag: Come by West Regional Library and pick up a craft & treat bag, 11AM-5PM. Call 954-765-1585 for details.

February 10 - Bookopoly: Listen to a Valentine’s Day story then play a Kahoot! trivia, 4:30-5:30PM, Register

Little Learners February 8 - Music and Movement for Early Learners: Sing and dance with Miss Autumn, 10:30-11AM, Register February 9 - STEM Games - Kitchen Chemistry: Learn about STEM concepts, play collaborative online games and work as a team to escape a STEM-themed virtual breakout room, 11AM-Noon. Register February 11 - Cyber Babies: Join Miss Autumn for finger plays, songs and fun for our littlest customers and their families, 10:30-11AM. Register February 20 - STEM for Kids - Roller Coasters: Explore the physics that make roller coasters and build a marble roller coaster using materials found at home, 11AM-Noon.

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READY FOR

COLLEGE Attention high school juniors and seniors – get collegeready with free workshops on scholarships, test prep and more! Register February 1 - ACT English and Reading Practice: Test and Strategies (Session 7), 4-5:15PM February 2 -Complete the FAFSA: Learn about Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), different types of aid and scholarships and basic tips and terms to help you navigate the process, 4:30-6PM February 3 - Math and Science Practice: Test and Strategies (Session 8), 4-5:15PM February 9 - College Readiness Workshop, presented by the Scholarship Plug Teens, 4:30-6PM February 9 College Readiness Workshop: Student Loans: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

4:30-6PM

YOUTH

Fest ivals & Fun!

February 12 - 4th Annual Japanese Traditional Music Program: Learn about the fascinating history and culture of Japanese traditional instruments followed by a Q & A with presenter/musician Dr. Joseph Amato. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens present in collaboration with Japanese Culture Promotion and by Toshiba International Foundation, 5-6PM, Register February 27 - 26th Annual Virtual International Festival: Celebrating our diverse world, 1-2:30PM. Register

TWEENS AND TEENS February 2, 9, 16, 23 - Teens & Tweens Anime Club: Discuss graphic novels, television, movies, illustration and pop culture related to Japanese animation, 5-5:45PM, Register

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February 20 - Tween Book Club: Please call West Regional Library @ 954-765-1585 for book title and information, ages 8-12, 2-3PM. Register

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