New Orleans Public Library: This Month at the Library Issue 10
RESOURCES, SERVICES, AND EVENTS
From municipal records to genealogy, newspapers to Carnival, the City Archives & Special Collections keeps our culture and history safe and accessible. Learn more about what they do at nolacityarchives.org.
Randy Bibb, seasoned tour guide and instructor of Delgado Community College’s professional tour guiding program, traces the rise of New Orleans’ horror tour industry.
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Main Library
219 Loyola Avenue (504) 596-2570
Algiers Regional Library
3014 Holiday Drive (504) 596-2641
Alvar Library 913 Alvar Street (504) 596-2667
Central City Library
2020 Jackson Avenue, Suite 139 (504) 596-3110
Children’s Resource Center Library 913 Napoleon Avenue (504) 596-2628
Desire / Florida Satellite Location 3250 Industry Street
East New Orleans Regional Library 5641 Read Boulevard (504) 596-0200
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library 725 Pelican Avenue (504) 596-3113
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
4300 South Broad Avenue (504) 596-2660
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library 1611 Fats Domino Avenue (504) 596-2695
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library 5120 Saint Charles Avenue (504) 596-2625
Norman Mayer Library 3001 Gentilly Boulevard (504) 596-3100
Mid-City Library
4140 Canal Street (504) 596-2654
Nora Navra Library
1902 Saint Bernard Avenue (504) 596-3118
Nix Library 1401 South Carrollton Avenue (504) 596-2630
REACH Center
2022 St. Bernard Avenue, Building C (504) 256-6983
Robert E. Smith Library 6301 Canal Boulevard (504) 596-2638
EARLY LITERACY EVENTS
The New Orleans Public Library ofers storytimes for children from birth to age 5 at all of our locations. Visit nolalibrary.org/early-literacy for more information.
PLAYTIME AT THE LIBRARY*
Imagine and play with Library-provided toys, dress-up clothes, puppets, and more. For children ages 2 – 5 and their families.
This month’s themes include:
•Let’s Play Pizzeria
•Let’s Play Construction Zone
•Let’s Play Science Lab
•Let’s Play Camping
•Let’s Play with Puppets
•Let’s Play Ice Cream Shop and more!
Visit nolalibrary.co/playtime or scan the QR code to get times and locations.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT*
Dance, wiggle, and stretch as we use music and movement to practice early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers.
Mondays in October from 5pm – 5:30pm Mid-City Library
SENSORY PLAY*
Families looking for a welcoming and comfortable space for neurodivergent children can join us for inclusive and interactive sensory play and exploration activities.
Register at nolalibrary.co/sensory-play.
Saturdays in October from 10:30am – 12pm
Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
BLUE HOUSE MUSIC*
Explore natural connections between language and music through singing and storytelling during this music and early literacy workshop.
Saturday, October 11 from 10:30am – 11am East New Orleans Regional Library
SPOOKY FUN: AN EARLY LITERACY ADVENTURE*
Practice developing early literacy skills with crafts, hands-on activities, and snacks. A fun, spookythemed program for children ages 2 – 5 and their families.
Friday, October 17 from 10:30am – 11:30am Mid-City Library
LITTLE STEAMERS*
Indulge your child’s curiosity with this fun and interactive program featuring STEAM concepts. For ages 3 – 5 and their families.
Register at nolalibrary.co/little-steamers.
Saturday, October 18 from 10:30am – 11:30am Norman Mayer Library
Little Stompers*
Explore New Orleans music and culture during this 6-week interactive program series designed for children ages 1 – 5 years and their caregivers.
Themes include: Big Easy Rascals, Swamp Stompers, Mardi Gras Mambos
Register at nolalibrary.co/little-stompers.
Saturdays beginning October 4 from 10:15am – 10:45am, 11am – 11:30am or 11:45am – 12:15pm Algiers Regional Library
CHILDREN’S EVENTS
STEAM CLUB*
Experiment, create, or craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
This month’s activities include:
• Making Shadow Puppets
• Dungeons & Dragons
• Fizzy Painting
• Cardboard Telescope
• Art Smarts: Powerful Disguises –Faith Ringgold Mask Making
• Paper Plate Tambourines
• Phonics Fun
• Mini Lava Lamps
• Art Smarts: Spooky Stories –Edward Gorey Illustrations
• Frankentoys for Kids
• Watercolor and Plastic Painting
• Skeleton Hand
• Yayoi Kusama Infinity Pumpkins
Visit nolalibrary.co/STEAM for times and locations.
CHESS CLUB*
Beginner and experienced players are welcome at Chess Club. Each session includes instruction as needed but focuses on playing. For ages 6 – 12.
Wednesdays in September from 4pm – 5pm Algiers Regional Library Nix Library
Thursday, September 4 and 18 from 4pm – 5pm Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
COMMUNITY ARTMAKING BY WHOLE VILLAGE ART THERAPY*
Make art and enjoy community at this event where all are welcome. Drop-in between 12 pm and 4 pm. All art materials are provided.
Saturday, October 11 from 12pm – 4pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Reading Buddies x Wee Write for Kids
WITH 826 NOLA*
MATH WORKOUTS FOR KIDS WITH MAKE IT COUNT MATH*
Up your math skills and learn some fun games to continue at home. Light dinner provided. Open to rising 3rd –6th graders.
Register at nolalibrary.co/ math-workouts.
Tuesday, October 14 from 5pm – 6:30pm Robert E. Smith Library
DIVERSIÓN BILINGÜE
EN FAMILIA / BILINGUAL FAMILY FUN TIME*
Tiempo para pasar juntos en familia. Actividades gratuitas que incluyen merienda y libros de regalo. Hang out time for Spanish-speaking/bilingual families with free activities, snacks, and books.
Register at nolalibrary.co/miercoles to help us plan supplies.
Wednesday, October 15 from 5pm – 6:30pm Central City Library
WATER WONDERFUL WORLD: COLORING AND COMICS, NOLA STYLE FOR KIDS AND TEENS*
Meet the local teen creators of the Water Wonderful World reading / coloring book and Trinity City Comics. Pick up free books, learn about water in New Orleans, and make a “snoball in a bag.”
Saturday, October 25 from 1pm – 2:30pm Mid-City Library Central City Library
Have fun while building literacy skills. Kids in grades K – 2 read, write, and play games with teen mentors to strengthen literacy skills through creative storytelling, writing, and reading activities.
Register at nolalibrary.co/ readingbuddies.
Wednesdays beginning October 22 from 5pm – 6:15pm Norman Mayer Library
TEEN & TWEEN
TEEN DROP-IN*
Hang out, play games, make art, learn a new hobby, or explore new tech at this program for teens ages 11 – 18.
This month’s activities include:
• DIY Votive Candles
• Frankentoys
• Shrinky Dinks: Draw and Shrink
Visit nolalibrary.co/teen-drop-in fo r times and locations.
TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY:
Reading Buddies x Wee Write WITH 826 NOLA*
Have fun while volunteering with kids at the Library. Teens in grades 8 – 12 may sign up to volunteer as a Big Reading Buddy this fall to help early readers (in grades K – 2) become more independent readers.
Register at nolalibrary.co/readingbuddies.
Wednesdays beginning October 15 from 4:45pm – 6:30pm Norman Mayer Library
EVENTS
TEEN VOLUNTEER DAY*
Serve your community, be creative, socialize, and earn service-learning hours. Teen Volunteer Day is open to teens ages 14 – 18.
Register at nolalibrary.co/ teen-volunteer-day .
Tuesday, October 7 from 4pm – 6pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Tuesday, October 14 from 4pm – 6pm Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
Wednesday, October 15 from 4pm – 6pm Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
Tuesday, October 28 from 4pm – 6pm Algiers Regional Library
EXPRESS YOURSELF!
MONTHLY TRANS & QUEER TEEN HANGOUT WITH THE NEW ORLEANS PRIDE CENTER*
Enjoy games, activities, and pizza each month at this drop-in event for teens ages 11 – 18.
Register at nolalibrary.co/express-yourself to help us plan supplies.
Thursday, October 9 from 4:30pm – 5:30pm Main Library
SPOOKTACULAR
CUPCAKE DECORATING FOR TWEENS WITH DELGADO CULINARY ARTS CHEF ALEX HAMMAN
Pipe creepy cobwebs, craft monster faces, and add ghoulishly fun toppings to create cupcakes that are as festive as they are delicious.
Register at nolalibrary.co/cupcake.
Saturday, October 25 from 11am – 12pm Norman Mayer Library
ADULT EVENTS
TRADITIONAL WEST AFRICAN DANCE
CLASS*
Learn African dance movements, techniques, history, and folklore with Director Myienie Caesar, certified from the Republic of Guinea.
Tuesdays in October from 6pm – 7:30pm REACH Center
THE CREATIVE RETREAT WRITE. CREATE. IDEATE.*
Dedicate time to your artistic and creative practice, surrounded by BIPOC creative community. This intentional space is designed for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to develop and dedicate focused time to their creative projects, whether that’s writing, drawing, building pitch decks, or planning businesses.
Register at nolalibrary.co/creative-retreat.
Saturdays in October from 10am – 12:50pm REACH Center
AUTHOR NIGHT: AMANDA JONES IN CONVERSATION WITH MEGAN HOLT
THAT LIBRARIAN: THE FIGHT AGAINST BOOK BANNING IN AMERICA
Part memoir, part manifesto, it’s the inspiring story of a Louisiana librarian who found herself at the center of a vicious defamation campaign after speaking out against book censorship in libraries.
Thursday, October 2 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Norman Mayer Library
SURPRISE! JUMP-STARTING YOUR WRITING: POETRY WORKSHOP WITH BRAD RICHARD*
Get started writing or refresh your writing practice with activities designed to surprise your imagination and make you think in new ways. Bring a playful spirit to your poetry or any kind of writing.
Friday, October 3 from 11am – 1pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
FREE PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS WITH CHERYL GERBER*
Update your LinkedIn with a free professional headshot by local photographer Cheryl Gerber. Business / professional attire is strongly recommended. A professional backdrop will be available.
Tuesday, October 14 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm East New Orleans Regional Library
FRIGHT NIGHT: AN EVENING OF TERRIFYING TALES
Local authors Adrian Van Young, SueBird Sparrow, and Dawn Chartier celebrate spooky season by reading their most macabre manuscripts. Costumes encouraged.
Submit your two-sentence story at nolalibrary.co/fright-night .
Tuesday, October 14 from 6:30pm – 7:30pm Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
BRING THE OUTDOORS INSIDE: CREATING TINY TERRARIUMS*
Discover the joy of creating your own miniature ecosystem as you learn to design and assemble beautiful terrariums with NOLA Artist Incubator.
Register at nolalibrary.co/terrariums.
Thursday, October 16 from 11am – 12pm Nora Navra Library
Monday, October 20 from 11am – 12pm Algiers Regional Library
PAINTED SCARVES
Using paints that flow like ink, decorate a silky scarf outlined with the design from this year’s Summer Fun & Reading Challenge tote bag, designed by local artist Sean G. Clark.
Register at nolalibrary.co/painted-scarves.
Saturday, October 18 from 11am – 1pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Friday, October 24 from 11am – 1pm Main Library
HOUSE OF SCHLOCK: HALLOWEEN
DOUBLE
FEATURE*
CARNIVAL OF SOULS (1962) AND DEMENTIA 13 (1963)
The mad doctor returns to the House of Schlock with a spooky double feature, complete with history and trivia in the style of the classic horror hosts. Refreshments will be served.
Saturday, October 25 from 1pm – 4:30pm Algiers Regional Library
CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH
CRACK THE CASE & PROTECT YOUR SPACE Dr. Golden Richard, cybersecurity expert and LSU professor, leads a hands-on digital mystery. Follow strange clues, uncover hidden files, and sharpen your cybersecurity skills.
Tuesday, October 28 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm Algiers Regional Library
