EARLY LITERACY EVENTS
The New Orleans Public Library ofers storytimes for children from birth to age 5 at all of our locations. DIY Storytimes coming to locations near you from August 19 – 28.
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 Farm
• Let’s Play Bakery
• Let’s Play Gardener
• Let’s Play Camping
• Let’s Play with Puppets
• Let’s Play Market and more!
Visit nolalibrary.co/playtime or scan the QR code to get times and locations.
THINK IT! CREATE IT! BUILD IT!*
Spark creativity and promote imaginative play. Children choose building materials, think about what they want to build, draw what they want to create, and use the chosen materials to build what they designed. This program is for children 2 - 5 years old to enhance their Library experience through loose parts play and encourage communication, cooperation, and problem-solving skills.
Wednesdays in August from 10:30am – 12pm Algiers Regional Library
Sensory-Friendly Storytime*
Families looking for a welcoming and comfortable space for neurodivergent children can join us for an inclusive and interactive storytime. Space is limited.
Register at nolalibrary.co/sensory-storytime.
Saturdays in August from 10:30am – 11:30am Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
CHALK ABOUT IT*
Get colorful at this fun and creative outdoor chalk adventure. All materials will be provided. Just bring your imagination.
Tuesday, August 5 from 2pm – 3pm Nora Navra Library
Tuesday, August 12 from 2pm – 3pm Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
CAMP NOPL: AN EARLY LITERACY ADVENTURE*
Practice developing early literacy skills with crafts, hands-on activities, and snacks. A fun camp-themed program for children ages 2 - 5 and their families.
Friday, August 8 from 10:30am – 11:30am Central City Library
Did you know we have ABC Mouse for Free?
Use your Library card to create your account and enjoy access to this global education initiative whose goal is to help children build a strong foundation for future academic success. Get started at nolalibrary.org/early-literacy.
CHILDREN’S EVENTS
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, August 9 from 12pm – 4pm Nora Navra Library
STEAM CLUB –DIY LIGHT SWITCH*
Learn about circuits and conductivity while constructing a working light switch with everyday household items and Makey Makey circuit kits.
Visit nolalibrary.co/STEAM for additional STEAM Club projects, times, and locations.
MARTES EN MID-CITY CON LA FAMILIA / FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Noche de diversión para familias bilingües/hispanohablantes*
Hang out time for Spanish-speaking/ bilingual families with free activities, snacks, and books. Tiempo para pasar juntos en familia. Actividades gratuituas que incluyen merienda y libros de regalo.
Register at nolalibrary.co/martes to help us plan supplies.
Tuesday, August 12 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Mid-City Library
Family Drop-In, Stories & STEAM
Drop in and hang out with the Library Saturday mornings for some stories, STEAM activities, and a Snack.
Saturday, August 2
from 10:30am – 12:00pm Desire / Florida Multi-Service Center
NOPL AT OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART
FREE FAMILY DAY CELEBRATING HOA TAY (FLOWER HANDS)
Find your Library at Ogden’s free admission day, exploring Vietnamese-American art & culture with a museum-wide scavenger hunt, activities, community resources & family-friendly entertainment.
Saturday, August 16 from 10am – 2pm Ogden Museum of Southern Art
TEEN & TWEEN EVENTS
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:
• Back to School Bracelets
• DIY Squishy Stress Ball
• Pony Bead Keychains
• Comic Book Magnets
Best Buy Teen Tech Center
AUTHOR DAY FOR KIDS & TEENS
LOCAL AUTHOR SHOWCASE OF CHILDREN’S AND TEENS’ BOOKS*
Meet and purchase books by local children’s and teens’ book authors, along with book related crafts and author readings.
Saturday, August 16 from 2pm – 4pm
Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
CATURDAY*
Louisiana SPCA cats and kittens are headed to the Library. Kids and families can meet these flufy visitors and craft toys to go back with them to the shelter.
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-workout.
Wednesday, August 20 from 4:30pm – 6pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
DIY: DOG TOY
Get ready for International Dog Day by making a toy for your favorite pup. Learn how to make recycled yarn from t-shirts and craft a sturdy macramé style tug toy. All materials provided.
Saturday, August 23 from 3pm – 4:30pm Hubbell Library
Visit nolalibrary.co/teen-drop-in for times and locations.
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, August 5 from 4pm – 6pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Tuesday, August 12 from 4pm – 6pm Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
Saturday, August 23 from 2pm – 4pm Algiers Regional Library
The Best Buy Teen Tech Center is an interest-based learning environment for teens to experiment and master various new technologies with help from their peers and adult mentors. The center is equipped with technology and multimedia tools that can be used for music and video production, interactive programming, graphic design, and more.
The Best Buy Teen Tech Center is designed to be a safe, comfortable, and engaging space for teens. Learn more about free membership at bbttc.nolalibrary.org.
Visitors of all ages are welcome to our Open House on Tuesday, August 5 from 1pm – 5:30pm at
ADULT EVENTS
NIXIES AND NIGHTGAUNTS: DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS*
Adults of all ages, experience the adventure, grandeur, and thrills of Dungeons and Dragons tabletop roleplaying.
Register at nolalibrary.co/nixies beginning on July 19.
Saturday, August 2
from 1:30pm – 4:30pm Nix Library
JOB1 CAREER RESOURCE
Meet with JOB1 Business and Career Solutions, a Library partner. This agency ofers employment and training services to provide employers with a skilled workforce and to link job seekers to employment.
Tuesday, August 5, 19 from 10am – 2pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Tuesday, August 12, 26 from 10am – 2pm Algiers Regional Library
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR MONEYAND BOOST YOUR FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE
Three free financial wellness events led by a savvy Regions Bank Associate. Get practical tips, real answers, and the confidence to make money moves that actually make sense.
Registration encouraged but not required at nolalibrary.co/financial-wellness.
Tuesday, August 5, 12, 19 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Norman Mayer Library
NUNEZ COMMUNITY COLLEGE RESOURCES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND NEXT STEPS
Chat with Nunez Community College to find out how, regardless of your education or professional experience, you can be on a path to a high-wage, high demand career.
Tuesday, August 12 from 10am – 12pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Wednesday, August 13 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm East New Orleans Regional Library
AUTHOR NIGHT AT HUBBELL LIBRARY:
MADELAINE BRAUNER LANDRY CARO GIOVANNI (DEAR JOHN)
A blend of truth and fiction, this historical novel was inspired by the World War II correspondence between Landry’s father, a U.S. infantryman, and a woman living in Mussolini’s Italy.
Tuesday, August 12 from 6:30pm – 7:30pm Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
SEASONAL VEGETABLE AND HERB GARDENING WITH MASTER GARDENER DOV BLOCK
Get ready for our autumn planting season with a one-hour class highlighting the best things to plant for the season.
Thursday, August 14 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Nora Navra Library
THE BLACK SCHOOL PRESENTS COLLECTIVE POWER
COMMUNITY CONTROL THROUGH CREATIVE ACTIVISM
Sing and learn at a Black Masking Indian song class led by Spy Boy Walter, and explore creative activism with a process card game.
Saturday, August 16 from 10am – 12pm REACH Center
JAPANESE
BOOK BINDING
Learn to bind a simple, elegant notebook or sketchbook using a historical Japanese bookbinding method. All supplies provided.
Friday, August 22 from 11am – 12:30pm Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Wednesday, August 27 from 5pm – 6:30pm Nix Library
SELF-PUBLISHING
WITH PRESSBOOKS
SONGWRITING WORKSHOP
WITH PAUL FAITH*
Calling all songwriters! Bring a work in progress to discuss in a non-judgmental songwriting workshop lead by local songwriter Paul Faith. Participants will share their work and give each other constructive feedback and encouragement.
Register to share a song at nolalibrary.co/songwriting beginning on August 14. You do not need to register if you do not want to share a song.
Thursday, August 28 from 5pm – 6:30pm Robert E. Smith Library
In this webinar, learn how to create a professional-quality e-book or print-ready book file using Pressbooks Public. This is a hybrid event conducted over Zoom with both virtual and in-person access.
Register for the Zoom meeting at nolalibrary.co/self-publishing.
Tuesday, August 26 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Algiers Regional Library
Are you looking for your next read?
Want to find a community to talk about literature? The New Orleans Public Library has a book club for you!
Visit nolalibrary.org/book-clubs to find yours!
