B OOKS & B REAKFAST
with Children’s Author
SATURDAY APRIL 12 10:30am–12pm
Meet picture book author Minh Lê for a book talk and signing, plus light breakfast of fruit and xôi, Vietnamese sweet sticky rice. Families will receive their own copy of Drawn Together
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Register at nolalibrary.co/minh-le or by scanning the QR code. Registration for Books & Breakfast is recommended to help us plan supplies.
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
EARLY LITERACY EVENTS
BABY STORYTIME*
Bond with your baby through books, bouncy rhymes, and songs in this baby storytime that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language development. This program is designed for newborns to pre-walkers.
Mondays from 10:30am – 11:30am
Alvar Library Nix Library
STORYTIME
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Tuesdays
from 10:30am – 11:30am
Algiers Regional Library
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
Main Library
Norman Mayer Library
Robert E. Smith Library
Wednesdays from 10:30am – 11:30am
Alvar Library
Central City Library
Children’s Resource Center Library Nix Library
Thursdays from 10:30am – 11:30am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Mid-City Library
EVENING STORYTIME
For children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Tuesdays from 5pm – 6pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Thursdays from 5pm – 6pm Nora Navra Library
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 Construction Zone
• Let’s Play Ice Cream Shop
• Let’s Play with Puppets
• Let’s Play Movie Theater
• Let’s Play Science Lab
• Let’s Play Camping
• Let’s Play Barber Shop and Beauty Salon and more!
Visit nolalibrary.co/ playtime or scan the QR code to get times and locations.
SUPERHEROES UNITE!:
AN EARLY LITERACY ADVENTURE*
Practice developing early literacy skills with crafts, hands-on activities, and snacks. A fun superhero-themed program for children ages 2 - 5 and their families.
Friday, April 11 from 10:30am – 11:30am Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
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. This smaller and adaptive play and exploration program is inclusive and accessible to all, including children who are physically and developmentally aged 2 - 5.
Register at nolalibrary.co/sensory-play
Mondays in April from 10:30am – 12pm Algiers Regional Library
CHILDREN’S EVENTS
MARTES EN MID-CITY
CON LA FAMILIA / FAMILY FUN NIGHT*
Hang out time for Spanish-speaking/bilingual families with free activities, snacks, and books. Tiempo para pasar juntos en familia. Actividades gratuitas que incluyen merienda y libros de regalo. In partnership with the Stone Center for Latin American Studies at Tulane University.
Register at nolalibrary.co/martes to help us plan supplies.
Tuesday, April 8
from 5:30pm – 6:30pm Mid-City Library
STEAM
CLUB
Experiment, create, or craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
This month’s activities include
• Art Smarts – Blackout Poetry
• Art Smarts – Protest Art
• DIY Mini Greenhouses
• Seed Dispersal
Visit nolalibrary.co/STEAM for times and locations.
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.
Saturday, April 19
from 2pm – 3:30pm Main Library
BOOK PARTY: SPIES
Celebrate diferent spy-themed book series with secret codes, invisible ink, challenges, and themed snacks. This program is for children ages 6 - 12 and their caregivers.
Register at nolalibrary.co/spies to help us plan supplies.
Saturday, April 5 from 10:30am – 12pm Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
BLACK HISTORY MONTH ART CONTEST AWARD CEREMONY (ALL AGES)
Celebrate the winners of this year’s Black History Month Art Contest. Winning art pieces will be displayed and refreshments will be provided.
Thursday, April 3 from 5:30pm – 7pm | REACH Center
TEEN 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.
Visit nolalibrary.co/teen-dropin for times and locations.
LIBRARY LINK-UP: MONTHLY QUEER TEEN HANGOUT WITH NOLAHYPE*
Enjoy games, activities, pizza, and wellness discussions each month at this drop-in event for teens ages 11 - 18.
Thursday, April 10 from 4pm – 5:30pm Main Library
TEEN VOLUNTEER DAY
Serve your community, be creative, socialize, and earn service-learning hours. Teen Volunteer Day is open to teens ages 14 - 18. Registration is required.
Visit nolalibrary.co/ teen-volunteer-day or scan the QR code to get times and locations.
ADULT EVENTS
MUSIC CENSUS SESSIONS
Designed for folks with all levels of experience, these in-person and virtual workshops, roundtables, and networking events will give you practical tools to build, grow, and sustain your music career. In partnership with the Mayor’s Ofce of Nighttime Economy and the Ella Project.
BUILDING A MUSIC BUSINESS
PLAN
Learn how to treat your music career like a business by creating a structured plan for growth.
Wednesday, April 2 from 2pm – 4pm Nora Navra Library
TOURING TIPS FOR LOCAL MUSICIANS: EXPAND BEYOND NEW ORLEANS
Ready to take your music on the road? This session will provide practical advice on booking shows, budgeting for travel, promoting your tour, and building a fanbase beyond New Orleans.
Wednesday, April 9 from 2pm – 4pm East New Orleans Regional Library
MAXIMIZING REVENUE STREAMS FOR MUSICIANS
Diversify your income and make the most of your music career. Explore strategies for earning through digital streaming, sync licensing, live performances, merchandise, crowdfunding, and more.
Wednesday, April 16 from 2pm – 4pm Algiers Regional Library
CITIZENSHIP CLASS WITH THE NEW NEIGHBOR PROJECT
Learn the steps of the citizenship application process. In collaboration with USA LEARNS, The New Neighbor Project provides the tools you need to take the exam and to be prepared for your citizenship interview.
Thursdays through August from 4pm – 5pm REACH Center
POETRY NIGHT AT LATTER LIBRARY: READINGS FROM RENEWED*
Celebrate National Poetry Month with readings from local poets published in the New Orleans Public Library’s own anthology, RENEWED.
Thursday, April 3
from 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
PLANT SWAP*
Bring your clippings, propagations, cast of plants, unused seeds, and spare pots to swap and share with others. Make your own seed bomb to propagate local wildflowers.
Saturday, April 5
from 10:30am – 12:30pm Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
Saturday, April 22
from 10:30am – 12:30pm Mid-City Library
THE LIBRARY AT THE SEXUAL HEALTH, EDUCATION & RIGHTS BLOCK PARTY
Free resources, services, food & music at the 2nd annual block party, including a pop-up library and giveaways.
Saturday, April 5 from 11am – 4pm Fred Hampton Free Store (5523 St Claude Avenue)
GenFest*
Celebrate the power of place and how it shapes our community. This year’s GenFest will feature over 50 local genealogical, cultural, historical and preservation groups; four educational speakers; and a panel discussion from experts and partners.
Saturday, April 5 from 10am – 3:30pm Dillard University Professional School, 24 East Road
FREE PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS WITH CHERYL GERBER*
Update your LinkedIn with a free professional headshot by local photographer Cheryl Gerber. Business or professional attire is strongly recommended. A professional backdrop will be available.
Tuesday, April 15 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
MENDING WORKSHOP
Learn basic hand-sewing techniques to mend, extend, and bring new life to your clothing and accessories.
Register at nolalibrary.co/mending beginning April 8
Tuesday, April 29 from 5pm – 6:30pm Mid-City Library
JOB SEARCHING FROM A TO Z: GETTING THE JOB YOU WANT AND NEED
FIND YOUR FIT IN THE JOB MARKET
Identify your work preferences. List key skills to include on your resume. Calculate your target income. Research jobs and employers that match your preferences, skills, and income needs.
Visit nolalibrary.co/job-search Thursday, April 3 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm Nora Navra Library
GLASS RECYCLING* NEW LOCATION
Bring your clean glass to recycle it. Glass is turned into sand and cullet for coastal restoration, disaster relief, eco-construction, and more. Glass is only accepted during program hours. Please do not drop of glass outside of program hours. Unattended glass on the premises is unsafe for everyone and has to be thrown away.
3rd Mondays beginning April 16 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm East New Orleans Regional Library
Visit nolalibrary.co/glassroots to view glass recycling locations and times.