Broward County Library January 2021 Magazine

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JANUARY 2021

Florida Center for the Book and Broward County Library Invite Everyone to Join Us for the

NEA BIG READ Joy Harjo

United States Poet Laureate

INSIDE THIS ISSUE n ArtLit 2021: Rhythms & Rhymes n Pen to Page Writing Workshops n Indie Author Winner, Craig Moody

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DIRECTOR’S

Message

January is the time of year when many of us look for a fresh perspective – a new beginning, a new page on the calendar, a different way of looking at life and the world around us.

Whether you’re a longtime BCL customer or new to our library system, Broward County Library’s goal is to be your window to new worlds of imagination, investigation and discovery. We offer opportunities to expand your universe just by turning a page, visiting one of our branches, connecting to an online event or exploring our myriad of virtual resources.

We’re starting off this year with the NEA Big Read 2021, an initiative encouraging the community to join together in reading and celebrating one selected book title – American Sunrise: Poems by United States Poet Laureate, Joy Harjo. The NEA Big Read features a full month of enriching online programs for all ages centered on the book’s themes of identity, place and culture. Enjoy book discussions, poetry readings, writing classes, storytelling and our signature Big Read event, ArtLit 2021: Rhythms & Rhymes. This free Facebook Live event, held online for the first time ever, brings artists, musicians, crafters and performers to you wherever you are for an amazing celebration for all ages.

Explore your own creativity with two exciting, free upcoming workshop opportunities starting this month. The African American Research Library and Cultural Center hosts the new Lifting & Advancing Black Business (LABB) course series, Showcasing through the Lens - The Business of Photography from Concept to Application, which focuses on using photography to advance and promote your business or yourself.

Aspiring authors can work with writing professionals at our new Pen to Page Writing Workshop Series and then use our free BiblioBoard service to create and professionally format their own books. Who knows? Maybe you’ll follow in the footsteps of Fort Lauderdale author Craig Moody, featured on page 11, one of Broward County Library’s local author success stories whose novel The ’49 Indian, was a Florida Indie Author Project regional winner.

Creator or consumer, observer or actor, Broward County Library offers events, services and resources that turn heads, change minds and that I’m sure will offer you a new take for 2021.

Sincerely,

Kelvin Watson Broward County Library Director

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TABLE OF

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Director’s Message/ Director’s Book Club Discussion.................................2

EVENTS FOR ADULTS Health & Wellness............................................................3 Computer & Technology................................................3 NEA Big Read Events.......................................................4 Business, Careers & Finance.......................................5 Dr. Martin Luther King Events.....................................6 Writing Workshops & Clubs.........................................6 Book Clubs & Discussions.............................................8 Art, Music & More..............................................................9 English Café........................................................................9

EVENTS FOR CHILDREN & TEENS Stories & Fun..................................................................... 11 Art, Music & More........................................................... 11 Book Clubs & Discussions.......................................... 12 Ready for College.......................................................... 12

DIRECTOR’S BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION THURSDAY, JANUARY 14 3:30-5PM Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin by Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, the parents of Trayvon Martin, explores the life and legacy of the teenager whose shooting death drew nation-wide protests against racial violence.

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Health & Wellness January 5, 12, 19, 26 - Chair Yoga: Improve balance and strength, presented by certified yoga teacher Leigh Ann Russo, Noon-1PM, Register January 12 - Reggae Movement with Sista Keachia: Use reggae beats, affirmations and intention-setting to shake off the old and welcome the new, bring your journal, Noon-1PM. Register-Zoom January 26 - New Year, New You: Be Your Healthiest: Make your 2021 nutrition and exercise goals come true, discussion featuring diet and fitness educator Sonia Angel, 1-2PM, Register January 26 - Plastics - A Scourge or a Blessing?

Presentation featuring guest speakers Broward County Commissioner Beam Furr and City of Hollywood Mayor Josh Levy, 6-7:30PM, Register

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Computer & Technolog y Classes January 4 - Apps to Organize Your Day: Learn how to use freely available tools to get the most out of your time, 10-11AM, Register January 12 - Internet Safety and Social Media: Class covers basic internet safety, including web browsers, URL identification, secure websites and the importance of your social media reputation, 2-2:30PM, Register January 19 - Phishing and Email Safety: Learn how to recognize phishing scams, discuss the importance of anti-virus protection, security updates and explore good email safety habits, 2-2:30PM, Register January 26 - Organize Photos on Your iPhone/iOS Devices: Presented by Dr. Jacqueline Ackerina, aka “Dr. Organized.� 3-4PM, Register January 27 - Microsoft Word Advanced Tips for Small Businesses: Explore formatting tools and shortcuts to help you more efficiently use Microsoft Word, 5:30-6:30PM, Register January 27 - Essential Apps for Business: Discover productivity apps such as Evernote, DocuSign, Square Up, Canva, Loom, Adobe Premiere Rush and more, 6-7:30PM, Register

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EVENTS FOR ALL AGES

January 9 - ArtLit 2021: Rhythms & Rhymes: Free, all-ages celebration of art and literature featuring a non-stop cavalcade of live interactive art creation, music, craft demonstrations, special performances and more, 10AM-2PM, Facebook Live January 23 - Dramatic Poetry Readings inspired by the 2021 NEA Big Read books. See the pages come alive in your mind as the Scholarship for South Florida, Inc. hosts today’s readings, all ages, 1-2PM, Register

ADULT EVENTS January 7 - Kick-off Event: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples: Featuring Lakota and Anishinaabe storyteller/artist/ educator Kevin Locke, families welcome, 2-3PM, Register January 11 - Express Yourself! Poetry Workshop: Join poet, director, artist and educator Darius V. Daughtry for an interactive creative event that will awaken your inner voice, 2:30-3:45PM, Register January 14 - American Sign Language Book Discussion: An American Sunrise: Poems by Joy Harjo, presented by The Bridge Outreach for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 4-5PM, Register January 16 - Connectivity and Healing in Art Making: Join artists Iretta Tiger and Dante Blais-Billie in a discussion and demonstration of how the active practice of cultural and art traditions can strengthen our resilience and improve mental health, 11AM-12:30PM, Register January 26 – Dear Dreamer: Interactive Book Discussion: For Every One by Jason Reynolds, an inspirational poem and rallying cry to the young dreamers of the world; talk about following your dreams and share your original art and writing, 5-6PM, Register

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January 27 - The Cultural Phenomenon of Home DNA Testing, Presented by Libby Copeland, 4-5:30 PM, Register January 28 - Book Discussion: An American Sunrise

by Joy Harjo, 4-5PM, Register January 30 - A Conversation with Joy Harjo: Join U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo, for an online reading, conversation and Q&A discussion, 2-3PM, Register

CHILDREN & TEENS EVENTS January 7 - Kick-off Event: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples: Featuring Lakota and Anishinaabe storyteller/artist/educator Kevin Locke, families welcome, 2-3PM, 2-3PM, Register January 16 - Out of Wonder Book Discussion: Celebrate poets from around the world, recommended for ages 8-12, 1-2PM, Register January 16 - The Magic of Detail Poetry Workshop: 2020 South Florida Youth Poet Laureate Anna Bayuk leads this interactive poetry workshop for teens, recommended for ages 13-19, 2-3:30PM, Register January 29 - Poetry is Power: A Teen Spoken Word Hour: Join Broward County Library as teen poets show off their original works. Sharing is highly encouraged and welcome from all attendees, 1:30-2:45PM, Register January 30 - Storytelling through Digital Comics: Create a comic strip inspired by Native American poetry, recommended for ages 12-17, 3:30-4:30PM, Register NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

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Business, Careers & Finance January 13 - How to Successfully Manage Your Business’ Reputation: Create and manage a positive perception of a brand, business or person online, 5-6PM, Register January 14 - Built in Broward - Growth Hacking for Beginners: Learn out-of-the-box, “lean” marketing techniques and how to apply them to your business, 6-7:15PM, Register January 19 - Insurance Matters - Auto: Explore your best options when selecting insurance plans in today’s marketplace, 1-2PM, Register January 19 - Project Management Quick Start Guide: Learn the basics of project management, from idea to implementation, 5:30-6:30PM, Register January 20 - Employability Information Workshop with Joyce Mandel: Everything you need to know to get and keep a job, 2-3PM, Register January 20 - Job Seekers Workshop - Resumé & More: Learn how to conduct a successful job search and create a great resumé, cover letter, work history document, and access free library and community resources, 2-3PM, Register

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.

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January 21 - Built in Broward: Instagram Masterclass: Learn the ins and outs of building and growing your brand’s presence on Instagram, 6-8PM, Register January 25 - Credit Matters: Explore the best practices for student loans and more, presented by WE Florida Financial, 5:30-6:30PM, Register January 27 - Career Exploration – Entrepreneur: Teen CEO Mikaila Ulmer discusses her book, Bee Fearless: Dream Like a Kid , and how to start and run a successful business, 5-6PM, Register January 28 - Built in Broward - SEO Training for Startups & Beginners: Learn how to rank your website at the top of search engines, 6-8PM, Register

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In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. January 14 - Life and Thoughts of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in a Climate of Change: Bestselling author and scholar Dr. Terriel Byrd discusses his book, By This Shall We Be Known, drawing connections between King’s words and our current socio-political climate, 6:30-7:30PM, Register January 15 - Who Was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr? Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in this tribute performance featuring his words and stories, 2-3PM, 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 will be considered for this special South Florida archive.

January 21 - Virtual Respect - Soul Music and the Civil Rights Movement: Explore the words, images and sounds of the Soul music that became the soundtrack of the civil Rights Movement, presented by author/professor John Capouya, 2-3PM, Register January 23 - Seeking Common Ground: Panel discussion to share ideas and identify ways to advance common values, presented by Humanity Project, 2-3:30PM, Register January 23 - “Conozca” a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. y Cree una piedra de ensueño: onozca a esta importante figura social y aprenda sobre los derechos civiles en los Estados Unidos de America. “Meet” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, make a dream rock and learn about this important social activist figure and learn about civil rights in USA, 4-5PM, Register

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Writing Workshops & Clubs

January 11 - NEA Big Read: Express Yourself! Poetry Workshop: Join poet, director, artist and educator Darius V. Daughtry, for an interactive and creative event that will awaken your inner voice, 2:30-3:45PM, Register January 14, 21, 28 - Pen to Page Writing Workshop Series. Interactive online creative writing class series focusing on “Truth to Power – Poetry,” 5:30-7PM, Register January 19 - Poetry Club: Share your poems, explore the world of poetry and improve your skills, 2-3PM, Register 6 JANUARY 2021

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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

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Book Clubs & Discussions January 11 - Jewish Book Review Series: The Plot Against America by Philip Roth, an alternative history in which Franklin D. Roosevelt is defeated in the presidential election of 1940 by Charles Lindbergh. 10AM-11AM, Register January 13 - Bonding with Books Online Book Chat: Love to talk books? So do we! Meet fellow book lovers online and share your latest read, 10:30AM-Noon, Register January 14 - Yiddish Book Discussion Series: Lost in Translation: A Life in a New Language by Eva Hoffman traces the struggles of the author as she is uprooted as a teenager, from her native Poland to Canada, 1-2PM, Register January 14 - Director’s Book Club: Rest in Power: Disuss The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin, a memoir

by Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, the parents of a teenager whose shooting death drew nationwide protests against racial violence, with Broward County Library Director Kelvin Watson, 3:30-5PM, Register

January 14 - NEA Big Read: American Sign Language Book Discussion: An American Sunrise: Poems by Joy Harjo, presented by The Bridge Outreach for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 4-5PM, Register January 19 - Book Bunch: A Well-Tempered Heart by Jan-Philipp Sendker, the inspiring and empowering followup to The Art of Hearing Heartbeats, 3:30-4:30PM, Register January 20 - Readers Online Book Club: Anxious People

by Fredrik Backman, a novel about a crime that never took place and eight anxious strangers with more in common than they ever imagined, 4-5PM, Register January 26 - Broward County Library Spanish Book Club: Cuentos completos de Marvel Moreno, 4-5PM, Register January 26 - Dear Dreamer: Interactive Book Discussion: For Every One by Jason Reynolds, an inspirational poem and rallying cry to the young dreamers of the world; talk about following your dreams and share your original art and writing, 5-6PM, Register January 28 - NEA Big Read Book Discussion: An American Sunrise: Poems by Joy Harjo, 4-5PM, Register January 30 - NEA Big Read: A Conversation with Joy Harjo: Join U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo, for an online reading, conversation and Q&A discussion, 2-3PM, Register

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Art, Music & More January 7 - NEA Big Read Kick-off Event: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples: Featuring Lakota and Anishinaabe storyteller/artist/educator Kevin Locke. Families welcome, 2-3PM, Register January 9 - NEA Big Read-ArtLit 2021: Rhythms & Rhymes: Free, all-ages celebration of art and literature featuring a non-stop cavalcade of live interactive art creation, music, craft demonstrations, special performances and more, 10AM-2PM, Facebook Live January 9 - Chopin for All-Evren Ozel: Conversation and exclusive performance “watch party” with Evren Ozel, the Silver Medal winner from the 2020 National Chopin Piano Competition, 3-4PM, Register January 16 - NEA Big Read-Connectivity and Healing in Art Making: Join artists, Iretta Tiger and Dante Blais-Billie in a discussion and demonstration of how the active practice of cultural and art traditions can strengthen our resilience and improve mental health, 11AM-12:30PM, Register January 19 - 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 January 23 - NEA Big Read: Dramatic Poetry Readings inspired by the 2021 NEA Big Read books. See the pages come alive in your mind as the Scholarship for South Florida, Inc. hosts today’s readings, all ages, 1-2PM, Register January 26 - NEA Big Read-The Cultural Phenomenon of Home DNA Testing presented by Libby Copeland. 4-5PM. Register January 28 - 6th Annual Virtual Power Publishing Day: Learn about where to publish, open access publishing, avoiding predatory publishing and other areas of interest, features presentations by academic publishing professionals, 9AM-6PM. Register beginning January 1, 2021

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class Everything needed to help you pass your interview!

January 12, 19, 26 5:45-6:45PM, Register

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

Beginning January 8, 15, 22, 29 - 2-2:45PM, Register (Limited to 10 participants) Intermediate January 5, 12, 19, 26 - 4-5:30PM, Register January 6, 13, 20, 27 - 10:30AM-Noon, Register January 6, 13, 20, 27 - 12:30-1:30PM, Register (Limited to 15 participants) Advanced January 4, 11, 25 -10:30AM-Noon, Register (Space limited)

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CONGRATULATIONS CRAIG MOODY! The ‘49 Indian, a novel by Craig Moody, is one of two Florida winners of the 3rd annual Indie Author Project Regional Contest. The Indie Author Project is a publishing community that connects library customers with aindie-published books, and their annual contest helps local authors get the recognition they deserve.

Set in the1980s, The ’49 Indian is a timeless coming-of-age love story exploring the relationship between two young men guided by a connection that transcends their understanding.

Moody was born and raised in Pembroke Pines, Florida, and is the author of the multi-award-winning debut novel, The ’49 Indian and the follow-ups, His Name Was Ezra and The Stars of Locust Ridge. Moody currently resides in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with his boyfriend Gable and 24 year old cockatiel, Alley.

“Broward County Library congratulates Craig Moody on this much-deserved honor,” says Broward County Library Director, Kelvin Watson. “The Indie Author Project allows us to increase awareness of and access to local authors and their work, which is part of Broward County Library’s commitment to providing our customers with a diverse and inclusive collection that reflects our community.”

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CHILDREN AND TEENS

Stories & Fun

January 7 - NEA Big Read Kick-off Event: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples: Featuring Lakota and Anishinaabe storyteller/artist/educator Kevin Locke, families welcome, 2-3PM, 2-3PM, Register January 7, 14, 21, 28 - Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories: Explore a blend of traditional and original songs and new interpretations of folktales each week in English and Spanish, 11-11:30AM, NSU-Alvin Sherman Library Facebook Live

January 8 - Bookopoly: Fun Story Trivia with Kahoot!

Listen to a retelling of the classic story The Mitten followed by book trivia. ages, 11AM-Noon, Register January 12 - STEM Games - The Reasons for the Seasons: Work as a team to escape a STEM-themed virtual breakout room, Recommended for ages 6 and up, 11AM-Noon, Register January 21 - Literary Pet Parade: Enjoy a retelling of Mo Willem’s, Pigeon Wants a Puppy, then show off your pet/dream pet, all ages, 5:30-6:30PM, Register

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Art, Music & More

January 6 - DIY Instruments: Learn how to make musical instruments out of ordinary household objects.

Recommended for ages 8 and under, 5-5:45PM, Register January 9 - NEA Big Read: ArtLit 2021: Rhythms & Rhymes: Free, all-ages celebration of art and literature featuring a non-stop cavalcade of live interactive art creation, music, craft demonstrations, special performances and more, 10AM-2PM, Facebook Live January 17 - My First Fine Arts - Family Concert with Red Yarn and Puppet Friends: Livestreamed concert for preschoolers featuring puppetry and folk songs, recommended for ages 3-5, 2-2:30PM, Register January 23 - STEM for Kids - The Art of Animation: Make a short animation using basic materials or free online tools, recommended for ages 6 and up, 11AMNoon, Register January 30 - NEA Big Read: Storytelling through Digital Comics: Create a comic strip inspired by Native American poetry, recommended for ages 12-17, 3:304:30PM, Register

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CHILDREN AND TEENS

Book Clubs & Discussions

January 5, 12, 19, 26 - Tweens & Teens Anime Club: Discuss graphic novels, television, movies, illustration and pop culture related to Japanese animation, 3:15-3:45PM, Register January 16 - NEA Big Read Book Discussion: Out of Wonder by Kwane Alexander. Celebrate poets from around the world, recommended for ages 8-12, 1-2PM, Register January 16 - NEA Big Read: The Magic of Detail Poetry Workshop: 2020 South Florida Youth Poet Laureate, Anna Bayuk, leads this interactive poetry workshop for teens, recommended for ages 13-19, 2-3:30PM, Register January 23 - Virtual ‘Tween Book Club: Fish in a Tree

by Linda Mullaly Hunt, recommended for ages 8-12, 2-3PM, Register January 26 - Imagine Your Story Virtual Book Club: Read, write, draw and talk about favorite books and authors, recommended for ages 10-15, 4-5PM, Register January 29 - NEA Big Read Poetry Is Power: A Teen Spoken Word Hour: Join Broward County Library as teen poets show off their original works. Sharing is highly encouraged and welcome from all attendees, 1:302:45PM, Register

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COLLEGE Attention high school juniors and seniors – get college-ready with free workshops on scholarships, test prep and more! Register January 5 Creating Winning Essays for Scholarships 4-6PM January 12 How to Apply for Scholarships 4:30-6PM January 19 Applying for College, It’s Never Too Late, 4:30-6PM

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