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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 /nolalibrary @nolalibrary
EARLY LITERACY EVENTS CHILDREN’S 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.
Explore natural connections between language and music through singing and storytelling during this music and early literacy workshop.
Saturday, December 6
from 10:30am – 11am
Norman Mayer Library
CREATE & PLAY: WINTER WONDERLAND*
Practice developing early literacy skills with crafts, hands-on activities, and snacks. A fun winter-themed program for children ages 2 - 5 and their families.
Friday, December 19
from 10:30am – 11:30am
Robert E. Smith Library
LPO’s Musical Story Hour
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Each month during this winter series, an LPO musician and reader will provide a unique storytime experience at the Library for early learners and their families. In December, bassoonist Michael Matushek will accompany a reading of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Saturday, December 13 from 10:30am – 11am Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
STEAM CLUB*
Experiment, create, or craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
This month’s activities include:
• Graham Cracker Houses and Ice Cream Cone Trees
• Art Smarts: Mystical Masterpiece –Hilma af Klint
• Birdseed Ornaments
• Dungeons & Dragons
• Phonics Fun
• Pequeñas Creaciones / Small Creations
• Art Smarts: Musical Masterpieces –Wassily Kandinsky
• Holiday Ornaments and Cards
• Faux Stained Glass
• Cardboard Gingerbread House
• Art Smarts: Donut Masterpieces
Visit nolalibrary.co/STEAM for times and locations.
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, December 20 from 10:30am – 11:30am
Norman Mayer Library
BABY DISCO*
Read, play, and boogie at the Baby Disco. Stories, crafts, and music under the disco light for children ages 0 - 2 with their caregivers. We’ll see you on the dance floor!
Monday, December 29 from 10:30am – 11:30am Robert E. Smith Library
CHESS CLUB*
Beginner and experienced players are welcome at Chess Club. Each session includes instruction as needed but focuses on playing against other participants or Library staf. Practice problem-solving and develop critical thinking at this hands-on STEAM program for ages 6 – 12.
Wednesdays from 4pm – 5pm
Algiers Regional Library Nix Library
Now Weekly on Thursdays from 4pm – 5pm Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
BLUE HOUSE MUSIC
CHOOSE YOUR OWN CRAFT ADVENTURE
WITH ARTIST BASQO BIM*
Come ready to create art or artsy gifts for the holidays. Bring your creativity—all supplies will be provided. Open to children 6 – 12 years of age and their families. Program will be bilingual in English and Spanish.
Register at nolalibrary.co/craft-adventure.
Saturday, December 6 from 2pm – 3:30pm Alvar Library
DIVERSIÓN BILINGÜE EN FAMILIA / BILINGUAL FAMILY FUN TIME
TAMALES WITH NADINA MELARA* 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/diversion-bilingue.
Wednesday, December 17 from 5pm – 6:30pm Central City 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, December 13 from 12pm – 4pm Norman Mayer Library
LUNAR
NEW
YEAR
CELEBRATION - YEAR OF THE HORSE FOR KIDS WITH VIET*
Welcome the Lunar New Year with joy and creativity. Kids can enjoy hands-on activities and crafts, and discover which zodiac animal represents their birth year.
Register at nolalibrary.co/lunar-new-year.
Saturday, December 20 from 11am – 12:30pm Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
CATURDAY
CAT MEET & GREET BY LOUISIANA SPCA WITH THEMED CRAFTS*
Louisiana SPCA cats and kittens are headed to the Library. Kids and families can meet these flufy visitors, craft toys to go back with them to the shelter, and leave with an animal themed book.
Saturday, December 20 from 2pm – 3:30pm Mid-City Library
TEEN & TWEEN EVENTS
TWEEN GINGERBREAD
HOUSE DECORATING WITH DELGADO CULINARY ARTS
Get ready for a sweet and creative adventure. Tweens are invited to design and decorate their very own gingerbread house using colorful candies, icing, and festive toppings.
Register at nolalibrary.co/gingerbread-decorating.
Saturday, December 6 from 11am – 12pm Nora Navra Library
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
Tuesday, December 9 from 5pm – 6:30pm East New Orleans Regional Library
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:
•Origami Art
•Perler Beads
•DIY Gift Wrap and Tags
Visit nolalibrary.co/teen-drop-in for times and locations.
Teens Create Market*
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, December 2 from 4pm – 6pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Tuesday, December 9 from 4pm – 6pm Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
Wednesday, December 17 from 4pm – 6pm Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
Tuesday, December 23 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. December’s theme is Cozy Winter Crafting
Register at nolalibrary.co/express-yourself to help us plan supplies.
Thursday, December 11 from 4:30pm – 5:30pm Main Library
Visit with local teen authors and artists at our first Teens Create Market. Books, zines, and art will be available for purchase. We have an open call for teen authors and artists to sign up starting November 1st until filled. Sign up online.
Stopping by Teens Create Market? Register in advance at nolalibrary.co/teen-market to receive a tote.
Saturday, December 13 from 2pm – 4pm Main Library
ADULT EVENTS
POP-UP HOLIDAY CARDS AND 3D GIFT TAGS
Learn cutting and folding techniques, and get creative making a unique holiday card or gift tag for someone special.
Tuesday, December 2 from 11am – 12:30pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Thursday, December 11 from 5pm – 6:30pm Nix Library
AUTHOR NIGHT AT LATTER LIBRARY: JUST WRITE - READINGS OF POETRY AND PROSE*
Enjoy readings by local writers and members of the Just Write virtual creative writing workshop at this end-of-year celebration. Light refreshments served.
Thursday, December 4 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
HONEYBEES IN OUR GARDENS WITH MASTER GARDENER
MIRANDA BRADSHAW
Learn about honeybee biology, the roles within the hive, and what you can do in your own garden to help honeybees thrive.
Monday, December 8 from 1pm – 2pm Nora Navra Library
AUTHOR NIGHT AT HUBBELL LIBRARY:
DAVID MICHAEL SCHNEIDER
CRIME IN COLONIAL NEW ORLEANS: TERROR ON THE FRONTIER
Schneider takes readers into the crime history of colonial New Orleans, where things were very tense, very wild, and full of fascinating tales of life on the edge of empire.
Tuesday, December 9 from 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
BEYOND BOOKSNON-TRADITIONAL
RESOURCES
AT THE LIBRARY
Get more than books with your Library card. Discover some of the Library’s non-traditional resources, including the Culture Pass Program, Cake Pan Collection, and Seed Libraries.
Wednesday, December 10 from 3pm – 4pm
Robert E. Smith Library
Thursday, December 18 from 3pm – 4pm
Norman Mayer Library
INDIE AUTHOR PROJECT EXPERT SESSION
HOW TO USE ROLE-PLAYING GAMES TO WRITE YOUR FIRST DRAFT
Award-winning urban fantasy novelist S.G. Tasz explains how you can borrow concepts from role playing games like Dungeons & Dragons to get words on the page and complete your first draft.
Register for this virtual event at nolalibrary.co/expert-session.
Thursday, December 11 from 3pm – 4pm
Stream New Orleans’ only free music service, Crescent City Sounds and look out for a new class of musicians joining the platform this winter.
New Service! Community Puzzle Exchange
Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle! Community Puzzle Exchanges now open at Algiers Regional, Alvar, Central City, East New Orleans Regional, Hubbell, Keller, Latter, Mid-City, and Smith Libraries.
SPEED PUZZLING COMPETITION*
Teams of up to 4 participants compete to see who can finish their puzzle the quickest to win amazon gift cards. 1st prize is $100, 2nd prize is $60, 3rd prize is a Library Tote Bag. Registration begins at 12:30-1pm or until full.
Saturday, December 13 from 12pm – 3pm East New Orleans Regional Library
BIKING AFTER DARK*
Safety Workshop with BikeEasy
Learn how to be safer biking at night at this free workshop. Topics covered include:
• Legal Requirements
• Lights, Reflectors, and High Visibility Gear
• Strategies for Biking in Dark and Dim Conditions
Attend the entire session and bring your own bike to receive a free set of bike lights.
Thursday, December 18 from 5:30pm – 7pm REACH Center
LEARN
TO TYPE WITHOUT LOOKING - AND HAVE FUN TOO! Learn typing skills, including the ability to find keys on the keyboard. Increase your comfort level in using a computer. For all ages 16 years and up and all computer skill levels.
Registration suggested but not required at nolalibrary.co/typing.
Tuesdays in December from 10am – 11am Main Library
TECHCONNECT
Book a one-on-one appointment to develop confidence, build computer skills, and grow more comfortable in today’s digital world.
Register at nolalibrary.co/techconnect or by calling 504-596-3501.
Tuesdays from 10am – 12pm Wednesdays from 3pm – 5pm East New Orleans Regional Library
