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Free Classes, Programs & Exhibitions · Bronx/Manhattan/Staten Island · Fall 2017 · NYPL.ORG

EXHIBITION Honor the Black Power movement. p. 15

Reading Is for All Ages!

Story times & family literacy workshops p. 16 DON’T MISS!

Staff Picks: Discover your next read with our book finder. p. 4

FREE EVENT Explore the Library after hours. p. 7

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WELCOME TO

The New York Public Library

From the President This fall promises to be an exciting time at the Library. Renovations are under way to turn Mid-Manhattan Library into the state-of-theart hub New Yorkers deserve (p. 27), and our interim location—Mid-Manhattan Library at 42nd Street—is now open on the ground floor of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building (p. 8). With school back in swing, the Library is a key resource for students of all ages. This season, we’ve introduced brand new tech clubs, where kids and teens can sharpen their creative skills and more (p. 17). Our programs held after school are the go-to place for homework help (p. 18). We’ve also expanded our Family Literacy Workshops to nearly every Library location, setting up our youngest learners for a lifelong love of reading (p. 16). Our research centers have made many remarkable additions to their collections in recent years. We congratulate the Schomburg Center for acquiring the archives of James Baldwin and Sonny Rollins (p. 13). We’re also excited about new materials at the Library for the Performing Arts, including set designs for major musicals such as In the Heights and Guys and Dolls. These will be featured alongside other recent acquisitions from across our collections in an exhibition opening at the Schwarzman Building (p. 14). We look forward to seeing you at the Library this fall.

Tony Marx President, The New York Public Library

Connect with the Library for top book recommendations, events, and exhibitions: nypl.org/enews

Mid-Manhattan Library is currently closed for a major renovation and is expected to reopen in early 2020. An interim location is now open across the street on the ground floor of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.

Fall 2017

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Staff Picks What’s On This Season

UPCOMING EVENTS 6 Author Talks, Lectures & Classes 10 Performing Arts & Music 12 Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture 14 Exhibitions: Fall Highlights EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES 16 Kids & Teens 20 Job Search, Small Business & Financial Planning 22 Computers & Tech Training 24 Adult Education & More Resources GET STARTED 26 Using the Library 26 Directory of Locations 28 Kids Zone! Note: Visit nypl.org or call ahead for the latest information, as programs and hours are subject to change or cancellation.

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STAFF PICKS

What to Read Next Looking for your next great read? We’ve got you covered with our podcast on all things bookish, The Librarian Is In, and our online book finder. Get started with these titles, then find more online: nypl.org/staffpicks

Staff Picks Book Finder Psychological Autumn Ali Smith A Separation Katie Kitamura Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore Matthew Sullivan

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST The Librarian Is In is The New York Public Library’s podcast about books, culture, and what to read next. Join librarians Gwen and Frank every other week as they discuss what they’re reading, the literary zeitgeist, and the world of libraries—and welcome special guests.

Historical The Blood of Emmett Till Timothy B. Tyson The Night Ocean Paul La Farge The Secret History of Wonder Woman Jill Lepore

Offbeat All Our Wrong Todays Elan Mastai The Apostle Killer Richard Beard The Woman Next Door Yewande Omotoso

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“PURE DELIGHT!” –Ilex_NC “Charmingly nerdy (in the best way)” –Julie248 “I’m hooked.” –Biblionerd

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True Stories Russ & Daughters: Reflections and Recipes from the House That Herring Built Mark Russ Federman Robert Lowell: Setting the River on Fire Kay Redfield Jamison The Best We Could Do Thi Bui

Zach Gross

What’s On This Season Learn how to fortify your finances at Financial Planning Day. P. 21

Catch Van Jones at LIVE from the NYPL on October 10. P. 7

SimplyE DISCOVER 300,000+ FREE E-BOOKS Borrow and read Library e-books anywhere with NYPL’s free e-reader app. P. 26

Get lost in a live performance at the Library for the Performing Arts. P. 10

Explore recent acquisitions from the Library’s research collections. P. 14

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Get ready for college with programs and resources for teens. P. 19

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Author Talks, Lectures & Classes Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

SPOTLIGHT ON

STEPHEN A. SCHWARZMAN BUILDING

For more, visit: nypl.org/schwarzman/events

Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street

The building’s historic Rose Main Reading Room is a must-see location for researchers and visitors alike with its majestic 52-foot ceilings, vibrant murals, and world-class research holdings.

Index 4, Mariposas Nocturnas (Princeton University Press, 2017) © Emmet Gowin

One of New York City’s most iconic landmarks, the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building is known for its beautiful architecture and world-renowned research collections. The “People’s Palace” also offers an array of resources for visitors of all ages, from author talks and classes to free exhibitions (p. 14) and a Children’s Center.

Wayfinding Teresita Fernández takes the stage with curator and professor Isolde Brielmaier and writer Eliot Weinberger to discuss the first complete overview of her work. WED, NOV 8 | 6:30 PM

Author Talks Fantasyland Studio 360 host Kurt Andersen joins Kwame Anthony Appiah to offer a new understanding of our post-truth world and explain Americans’ belief in make-believe, from P.T. Barnum to Disneyland. Photographer Emmet Gowin shares his work Oct. 18.

Conversations from the Cullman Center Former fellows of the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers discuss their work with other writers. Learn more: nypl.org/conversations

Free docent-led building tours are available Monday–Saturday at 11 AM and 2 PM (and 2 PM on Sundays from September through June). In addition, visitors can take a free audio tour, watch our Visitors Film, or visit the Library Shop.

The Mountain Paul Yoon & Katie Raissian

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WED, OCT 11 | 7 PM

The Library Shop Browse all things book-related plus exclusive NYPL designs. Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street shop.nypl.org

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THURS, SEPT 28 | 7 PM

What She Ate: Six Remarkable Women and the Food That Tells Their Stories Laura Shapiro & Francine Prose

Art Talks Lewis Hine: When Innovation Was King Judith Gutman, a researcher-in-residence at NYPL, discusses her latest book on pioneering activist photographer Lewis Hine with award-winning historian Sean Wilentz.

TUES, SEPT 5 | 6:30 PM

Greater Gotham Mike Wallace speaks with Jelani Cobb about the latest installment of his Pulitzer Prize-winning history of New York City. TUES, OCT 3 | 6:30 PM

Red Famine Pulitzer Prize winner Anne Applebaum speaks with Commentary editor John Podhoretz about her revelatory history of one of Stalin’s greatest crimes. WED, OCT 25 | 6:30 PM

Issues & Ideas Future Perfect: Recording the History of Now Sam Tanenhaus moderates a discussion with New Yorker writers Kelefa Sanneh and Amy Davidson in the latest installment of the series exploring how writers tell stories in this era of uncertainty. MON, OCT 23 | 7 PM

THURS, OCT 12 | 6:30 PM

Co-presented by the CUNY Writers’ Institute

Mariposas Nocturnas: A Study of Diversity and Beauty Emmet Gowin’s book is a dazzling document of his longtime project photographing nocturnal moths around the world. He talks about his work with Joel Smith.

The Path Forward Library president Tony Marx leads a challenging and frank conversation with author and sociologist Arlie Hochschild on some of the most complicated sociopolitical questions of our time.

WED, OCT 18 | 6:30 PM

THURS, NOV 2 | 6:30 PM

The Cullman Center is made possible by a generous endowment from Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman in honor of Brooke Russell Astor, with major support provided by Mrs. John L. Weinberg, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, The Estate of Charles J. Liebman, John and Constance Birkelund, The Samuel I. Newhouse Foundation, and additional gifts from The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, Helen and Roger Alcaly, The Rona Jaffe Foundation, The Mrs. Giles Whiting Foundation, William W. Karatz, Mary Ellen von der Heyden, Merilee and Roy Bostock, The Arts and Letters Foundation, Lybess Sweezy and Ken Miller, and Cullman Center Fellows.

Upcoming Events

More Discussions & Workshops

THE LIBRARY AFTER HOURS

Join in the conversation, get hands-on research help, and more.

Book Events

Researching Vital Records & the Census

Old Books, Rare Books Learn everything you need to know before buying or selling an old book.

TUES, OCT 3 & WED, NOV 29 | 12 NOON

WED, SEPT 13, OCT 18, NOV 15, DEC 13 | 3 PM

WED, OCT 11, NOV 15 | 2 PM

Discuss Great Books in a Great Space Discuss the classics with fellow bookworms. September’s event features Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited. Preregistration required.

Writing Your Family History

THURS, SEPT 21, OCT 19, NOV 16, DEC 21 | 2 PM

FREE MONTHLY EVENT

Researching Your NYC Home

Join us on select Fridays for music, food and drinks, performances, and behind-the-scenes collections tours.

THURS, OCT 12 | 12 NOON

Ship Passenger Lists & Maritime Research TUES, OCT 17 & WED, DEC 6 | 2 PM

Genealogy Workshops

Finding Clues in Family Photos

Getting Started in Genealogy

WED, NOV 1 & THURS, DEC 7 | 2 PM

TUES, SEPT 12, NOV 7 & WED, DEC 13 | 2 PM

NOV 3

Introduction to Jewish Genealogy

TUES, OCT 24 | 12 NOON

African-American Genealogy: Resources & Research Methods

PART 1: WED, NOV 8 | 2 PM

Researching Naturalization Records

TUES, NOV 14 | 2 PM

The Library After Hours is made possible by the generous support of Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos.

More Workshops

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THURS, SEPT 14, NOV 9 | 2 PM

ENGAGE WITH THE BRIGHTEST

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Salman Rushdie

Nicole Krauss

Atul Gawande

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Salman Rushdie

Frederick Wiseman | Errol Morris

Van Jones

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Atul Gawande | Elizabeth Alexander

SEPT 14

Olafur Eliasson

SEPT 7

SEPT 21

Nicole Krauss

Muhammad Yunus

SEPT 11 All events begin at 7 PM.

View the season’s full schedule: nypl.org/live Tickets: $25–50

Tim Llewellyn

Goni Riskin

Beowulf Sheehan

FALL SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

Conversations with notable writers, artists, and leaders, hosted by NYPL’s Paul Holdengräber

MENU MADNESS

#NYPLafterhours

Researching with E-Resources: Newspapers & Periodicals

THURS, SEPT 28 | 12 NOON

HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE

AGES 21+ | ID REQUIRED Newspapers in Genealogy Research

Irish Genealogy: Resources & Research Methods

MAPPING NYC

PART 2: WED, NOV 29 | 1:30 PM

TUES, SEPT 26 | 2 PM

WED, SEPT 27 & THURS, DEC 14 | 2 PM

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Stephen Greenblatt SEPT 28

OCT 10

Casey Neistat OCT 11

Daniel Mendelsohn | Rebecca Mead NOV 15

Naomi Klein DEC 5

Download NYPL podcasts featuring LIVE guests and more: nypl.org/podcast

LIVE from the NYPL is made possible with generous support from Celeste Bartos, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, and the Margaret and Herman Sokol Public Education Endowment Fund. Stephen Greenblatt is co-presented by the Holberg Prize. Daniel Mendelsohn and Rebecca Mead are co-presented with the Onassis Cultural Center New York. Naomi Klein and Olafur Eliasson are co-presented with the Royal Danish Library.

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Author Talks, Lectures & Classes SPOTLIGHT ON

MID-MANHATTAN LIBRARY AT 42ND STREET Interim location at the 42nd Street entrance of the Schwarzman Building

Mid-Manattan Library at 42nd Street New location, same great programs. Find out the latest details on events at our new Mid-Manhattan Library at 42nd Street location: nypl.org/mml/events

Contemporary Classics Book Discussion Read a new work each month, then dive into a deep discussion with fellow book lovers. Born a Crime by Trevor Noah This memoir from The Daily Show host gives a captivating account of his childhood in apartheid-era South Africa with his trademark blend of humor and raw candor. FRI, SEPT 15 | 2 PM

In August, Mid-Manhattan Library’s permanent location on Fifth Avenue closed for a longawaited and much-needed full renovation. During this closure, all staff and services have relocated to nearby Midtown locations, including Mid-Manhattan Library at 42nd Street, an interim space on the ground floor of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. This interim space—accessible via the 42nd Street entrance—holds Mid-Manhattan’s circulating collections, including a vast choice of new books, movies, and music, a collection of older and classic fiction, and selections of large-print books and graphic novels. The nonfiction collections cover everything from art and literature to history and psychology to cookbooks, travel, and more. An extensive World Languages Collection offers books, DVDs, and periodicals in more than 50 languages. Mid-Manhattan Library at 42nd Street also offers computers, program spaces, and tables for quiet study. nypl.org/mml

NOTICE

FIFTH AVENUE LOCATION CLOSED FOR RENOVATION Mid-Manhattan Library’s permanent location is closed for renovation. It is expected to reopen in early 2020. For more information, see p. 27 or visit: nypl.org/midtown

The Strange Library by Haruki Murakami Trapped in a twisted, fantastical library, a lonesome boy and the people he meets along the way come together to plan their escape. FRI, OCT 20 | 2 PM

My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman When her fairytale-spinning grandmother leaves seven-year-old Elsa with an important quest, Elsa begins to see the heroes Granny loved—and the villains she battled against— with new eyes.

What Are You Reading? Meet some of New York’s most avid readers for a free-flowing book discussion. On the second Friday of each month, come ready to share your latest recommendation, hear from others about what they’re reading, and join in an animated discussion.

FRI, NOV 17 | 2 PM

FRI, SEPT 8, OCT 13, DEC 8 | 2 PM

FRI, DEC 15 | 2 PM

The Wheels of Chance by H.G. Wells Written at the height of the cycling fad, The Wheels of Chance follows a young man on a bicycle trip through southern England.

LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAMS Mid-Manhattan Library is a vital hub for people looking to expand their skills in speaking, reading, and writing in various languages. Basic Chinese Conversation: Level I Learn Mandarin and perfect your pronunciation with the help of an experienced instructor and the Library’s online language resources. THURS, SEPT 7, 14, 21, 28, OCT 5, 19, 26, NOV 2, 9, 16 | 6:30 PM

English Conversation Hour: Intermediate and Advanced Drop in for a casual chat. Englishlanguage learners can discuss life in New York City, art, music, food, culture, and more. Check online for a full list of dates and times.

For more information about English classes, programs, and services available across the Library, visit p. 24 or check online: nypl.org/english 8 The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017

Upcoming Events

53rd Street Library

Book Groups

Literature, drama, and music collide at 53rd Street Library. For more programs, visit the branch online: nypl.org/53rd/events

Life at the Library revolves around reading. That’s why more than 40 branches host discussion groups on books, poetry, and other writing once a month—or more! Get inspired by these upcoming titles, then find more online: nypl.org/bookgroups

The acclaimed Haiyun Chorus performs at 53rd Street Library on Nov. 18.

Author & Book Events Diverse Book Talks Local authors share their favorite diverse reads. All ages are welcome.

Instant Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors Enjoy a staged reading of the Bard’s farce at its finest—a slapstick story of madness, mischief, and mistaken identities.

MON, OCT 2, NOV 13, DEC 4 | 5:30 PM

SAT, SEPT 9 | 1 PM

Novel Destinations Shannon McKenna, author of Novel Destinations: A Travel Guide to Literary Landmarks from Jane Austen’s Bath to Ernest Hemingway’s Key West, guides readers through a worldwide literary journey.

Parts Unknown The Voyage Theater Company showcases new plays from around the world in 53rd Street Library’s state-of-the-art atrium.

TUES, OCT 24 | 6:30 PM

Nuevo Sanjo: Korean Masters of Traditional and Contemporary Music Festival and Symposium Watch a performance of a traditional Korean fan dance, followed by a lecture and live music.

How to Publish Your Own Children’s Book: A Beginner’s Guide Aram Kim, author of Cat on the Bus, details how to get your children’s book published from research and idea development to finding a critique group, agent, and publisher. WED, NOV 1, 8 | 5:30 PM

Theater & Music Over the Barriers: Reflections on Love Literary Theater Dialogue presents a staged reading—in Russian—of a play based on Boris Pasternak’s book Doctor Zhivago. The performance is followed by a discussion with the playwright and performers, moderated by the editor-in-chief of The New Review. WED, SEPT 6 | 7:15 PM

I Saw a Man by Owen Sheers Morris Park Library, Bronx SAT, SEPT 9 & TUES, SEPT 12 | 11 AM

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library, Manhattan WED, SEPT 20 | 5:30 PM

Infomocracy by Malka Older St. George Library Center, Staten Island SAT, OCT 14 | 10:30 AM

THURS, OCT 26, DEC 14 | 7 PM

Under the Midnight Sun by Keigo Higashino Parkchester Library, Bronx TUES, OCT 17 | 6 PM

It Can’t Happen Here by Sinclair Lewis St. Agnes Library, Manhattan

FRI, OCT 27 | 2 PM

MON, OCT 30 | 4:30 PM

Instant Shakespeare: Macbeth By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes: a staged reading of the Scottish Play.

Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson Hudson Park Library, Manhattan SAT, NOV 11 | 10:30 AM

SAT, NOV 4 | 1 PM

Haiyun Chorus: Chinese Musical Arts Hear a dynamic performance from the group that has been recognized since 1984 for its outstanding vocal music and its promotion of Chinese culture, arts, and tradition. SAT, NOV 18 | 6 PM

American Heiress by Jeffrey Toobin Riverdale Library, Bronx WED, NOV 15 | 1 PM

Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris Morris Park Library, Bronx TUES, DEC 12 | 11 AM The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017 9

Performing Arts & Music Library for the Performing Arts

SPOTLIGHT ON

LIBRARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Hear the works of Leonard Bernstein come to life, catch exclusive interviews with movers and shakers in the performing arts, and more: nypl.org/lpa/events

The Library for the Performing Arts (LPA) features one of the world’s most extensive combinations of circulating, reference, and rare archival collections in the fields of music, dance, theater, and film. LPA is known particularly for its large collections of historic recordings, videotapes, autographed manuscripts, correspondence, sheet music, stage designs, posters, and photographs. The library also presents exhibitions and public programs. TICKET POLICY Unless otherwise noted, tickets for programs in the Bruno Walter Auditorium are distributed at the Amsterdam Avenue entrance an hour before each event. Limit one ticket per person.

Armen Elliott

Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center 40 Lincoln Center Plaza

Get creative with the International Contemporary Ensemble on Oct. 19.

CELEBRATING BERNSTEIN NYPL’s exhibition honoring Leonard Bernstein’s life opens December 9 (see p. 15). Celebrate his 100th birthday all fall long with these great programs.

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts gratefully acknowledges the leadership support of Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman. Additional support for exhibitions has been provided by Judy R. and Alfred A. Rosenberg and the Miriam and Harold Steinberg Foundation.

West Side Story Comes Home: A 60th Anniversary Celebration* West Side Story returns to the place where the action first unfolded: the Upper West Side. Join original cast members for a look at rare documents from the show’s creators, and sing along to live performances.

nypl.org/lpa

TUES, SEPT 26 | 7 PM

THERE’S MORE! For exhibitions at the Library for the Performing Arts, see p. 15.

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Bernstein Findings: Copland’s Keys Live performance, conversation, and historic documents illuminate Leonard Bernstein’s first encounter with American Modernism, through Aaron Copland’s music. Pianist Michael Boriskin performs.

Concerts & More International Contemporary Ensemble at the Library* Get drawn into the ensemble's radical archiving experiment, where composers, performers, and the audience all share in the process of creating a new work. THURS, OCT 19 | 7 PM

Pianist Phillip Dyson International concert pianist Phillip Dyson returns to the Library for the Performing Arts to present some of the world’s most popular piano classics. SAT, OCT 21 | 2:30 PM

Jane Austen’s Music Library This innovative digital archive project from the University of Southampton shares Jane Austen’s personal music library with the world. The ensemble Broadwood Junction performs on instruments of Austen’s era, including the square piano. SAT, OCT 28 | 2:30 PM

SAT, NOV 4 | 2:30 PM

Bernstein Findings: Lenny on the Town* Hear a sonic portrait of Leonard Bernstein’s early years in New York, from early adventures alongside Stella Adler and Marlon Brando to his creation of the Broadway sensation On the Town.

Anyone Who Had a Heart: The Burt Bacharach Songbook Russian American pianist Sasha Papernik and her ensemble explore the songbook of Burt Bacharach and Hal David, plus music influential to Bacharach, from Darius Milhaud to Dizzy Gillespie.

MON, NOV 13 | 6 PM

THURS, NOV 16 | 6 PM

Upcoming Events

Bronx Library Center

Radio Maestro: Toscanini and the NBC Symphony Orchestra Hear Toscanini’s record-breaking inaugural radio concert as conductor of the NBC Symphony Orchestra on Christmas 1937 and other broadcasts of the era.

Explore the many ways books, music, and culture intersect in the Bronx. For more, visit BLC online: nypl.org/blc/events

SAT, NOV 18 | 11 AM

American Encounters: New Century Voices The New York Classical Players launch a new season of “Encounters” concerts exploring the rich holdings of American chamber music in LPA’s collections, beginning with works from Aaron Copland and Samuel Barber. SAT, DEC 2 | 2:30 PM

Navidad Flamenca Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana II thrills audiences with the rich holiday customs of the Spanish-speaking world. Music, carols, and dance reflect the influence of Spanish culture throughout the Americas. MON, DEC 4 | 6 PM

El Festival del Libro | Festival of Books Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this festival promoting Latino writers and authors in all genres of the written word. FRI, SEPT 15 | 11 AM–6 PM Learn more about Katherine Dunham’s activism in motion on Nov. 30.

Shelf Life: New Works, Made from the Archives* New School students present their new music and theater works inspired by the Library’s archives.

League of Professional Theatre Women: Oral History Project This conversation with producer Daryl Roth continues the League of Professional Theatre Women's ongoing series that chronicles and documents the contributions of significant women in theatre.

THURS, DEC 7 | 6 PM

MON, NOV 6 | 6 PM

Toscanini’s American Anthems* Hear what America sounded like in the wake of the Pearl Harbor attack with a radio collage of the NBC Symphony Orchestra broadcast from December 13, 1941, featuring Toscanini’s own arrangement of The Star Spangled Banner.

Moving America: Katherine Dunham* Author Joanna Dee Das shares her new book, Katherine Dunham: Dance and the African Diaspora, which asserts that Dunham was more than a dancer—she was a feminist intellectual and activist who used dance to fight for racial justice. Das illuminates how Dunham saw dance as a tool of liberation and a way for people of African descent to reclaim their history and forge a new future.

WED, DEC 13 | 7 PM

Holiday Songbook Stop in for a concert of new holiday music by Broadway composers and lyricists, sung by Broadway vocalists. SAT, DEC 16 | 2:30 PM & MON, DEC 18 | 6 PM

Conversations Laurie Anderson’s Listen List* Visual artist, composer, poet, and much more—Laurie Anderson is one of the world’s most imaginative and engaged artists. In this exclusive interview, get to know Anderson’s life and perspectives through the music that is most meaningful to her. MON, OCT 16 | 6 PM

THURS, NOV 30 | 6 PM

History by Michael John LaChiusa* Michael John LaChiusa is a five-time Tony Award-nominated composer, lyricist, and librettist for his Broadway productions of The Wild Party, Marie Christine, and Chronicle of a Death Foretold. To celebrate the Library’s acquisition of his papers, LaChiusa sits at the piano and joins a conversation about his life, works, and process. MON, DEC 11 | 6 PM

*Preregistration recommended: nypl.org/lpa

Sponsored by AfterDark CATV PRO/La Fortaleza Project

Rafael Hernandez Music Festival Honor the musical legacy of one of Puerto Rico’s most prolific composers. SUN, SEPT 24 | 2 PM Sponsored by the Association for Puerto Rican Hispanic Culture Inc.

Tongue Shakers Poet Margie Shaheed discusses her book featuring narratives about speaking one’s native tongue in a multicultural society. THURS, OCT 5 | 6 PM

Scattered: A Mostly True Memoir Author Justine Hope Blau shares the story of her turbulent childhood. SAT, OCT 7 | 2:30 PM

INDIE AUTHOR DAY SAT, OCT 14 | 2:30 PM Bronx Library Center presents the second annual Indie Author Day, dedicated to the celebration and advancement of independent authors in all forms. Discover your next great page-turner, meet authors and agents, find inspiration for your next book, and get tips on how to transform your own story from original idea to finished manuscript. Check online for a full schedule of events: The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017 11 nypl.org/blc/events

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture SPOTLIGHT ON

SCHOMBURG CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN BLACK CULTURE 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street)

Literature, History & Music Hear writers, filmmakers, and more at ongoing series at the Schomburg. For more, visit: schomburgcenter.org/events

Between the Lines Sing Unburied Sing National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward discusses her new novel, which grapples with ugly truths at the heart of America’s story. Ward will be joined by Lisa Lucas, Executive Director of the National Book Foundation. WED, SEPT 6 | 6:30 PM

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture houses one of the world’s premier research collections of materials documenting black life and the history and culture of peoples of African descent. A focal point of Harlem’s cultural life, the Schomburg Center also serves as a venue for lectures, concerts, films, educational programs, and much more. Please note: The Schomburg Center is wrapping up a major renovation that will bring an updated facade, auditorium, and gift shop, as well as several new reading rooms when completed. PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR ALL PUBLIC PROGRAMS: schomburgcenter.eventbrite.com Schomburg Center programs and exhibitions are supported in part by the City of New York; the State of New York; the New York City Council Black, Latino and Asian Caucus; the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus; the Rockefeller Foundation Endowment for the Performing Arts; and the Annie E. and Sarah L. Delany Charitable Trusts.

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My Soul Looks Back Jessica B. Harris, culinary scholar of the African Diaspora, discusses her memoir about friendships and her encounters with cultural icons, in conversation with chef and television host Carla Hall. WED, SEPT 13 | 6:30 PM This is an official Brooklyn Book Festival Bookends event, presented in collaboration with PEN America.

Bunk Schomburg Director Kevin Young traces the history of the hoax as a peculiarly American phenomenon. TUES, NOV 7 | 6:30 PM

A Good Cry Discover Nikki Giovanni’s latest poetry collection in an interview with MSNBC correspondent Joy-Ann Reid. THURS, NOV 9 | 6:30 PM

Theater Talks

Open Archive: Negro Ensemble Company (NEC) Collection Join Schomburg Center librarians and archivists as they unveil our latest pop-up exhibition featuring items from our coveted collection of archival materials. Be the first to get up close and personal with selected items and enjoy an audience Q&A with the collection’s curators. MON, OCT 2 | 1 PM

Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert: Martha Redbone Martha Redbone brings the sounds of her award-winning blend of Native American soul, Appalachian folk, and Piedmont blues to the Schomburg Center.

MON, OCT 2 | 6:30 PM

MON, NOV 13 | 7 PM

Black LGBT Health in the United States Join us for a reflection on the findings from this new book and the influence politics and culture can have on black LGBT health.

2017 Visual AIDS Day With(out) Art: Alternate Endings, Radical Beginnings The 28th installment of the Day With(out) Art project presents seven artists who share their short videos about the HIV/AIDS crisis that prioritize black narratives from the ongoing epidemic.

TUES, OCT 24 | 6:30 PM

MON, DEC 4 | 6:30 PM

Talks at the Schomburg

Presented in partnership with Native Son.

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More Programs

Douglas Turner Ward and 50 Years of the Negro Ensemble Company Ward made a black repertory company a reality. Celebrate the Negro Ensemble Company’s 50th anniversary with archival video footage alongside noteworthy artifacts. The program is presented in partnership with the Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre.

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Hear the music of Martha Redbone on Nov. 13.

Upcoming Events

Celebrating the Archives

Schomburg Education

Explore and celebrate the Schomburg’s latest acquisitions from the archives of James Baldwin, Sonny Rollins, and more.

Sonny Rollins, c. 1979, Milestone Records, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture/Photographs and Prints Division.

But Then You Read: Baldwin Join us for a daylong reading of James Baldwin’s work to celebrate the Schomburg’s recent acquisition of Baldwin’s personal papers. The archives include his published writings alongside biographical sketches, correspondence, interviews, and more. SAT, SEPT 23 | 11 AM Presented in collaboration with TimesTalks.

Our Man in Jazz: Sonny Rollins Tribute Enjoy a moving tribute to tenor saxophonist, jazz legend, and Harlem native Sonny Rollins and view items from the newly acquired archives, documenting his life and career over the past 60 years. WED, SEPT 27 | 6:30 PM

Supersonic Blackness: The Archive of the Future The Schomburg Center and the Rebuild Foundation present an exploration with sculpture and performance artist Theaster Gateson of the past, present, and future of the black archive and his pioneering work. Enjoy a tribute to jazz legend Sonny Rollins on Sept. 27.

LAPIDUS CENTER CONFERENCE Reckoning with Slavery

MON, OCT 30 | 6:30 PM

Meet award-winning author Jayson Reynolds on Dec. 1.

Conversations in Black Freedom Studies This dynamic adult education series features provocative scholars and community members engaging in dialogue about civil rights historiography and black freedom studies. This season centers on “The Strange Career of the Jim Crow North” and examines the structures of racial inequality and segregation outside of the South. For more, visit: blackfreedomstudies.org THURS, SEPT 7, OCT 5, NOV 2, DEC 7 | 6 PM

YA Author Talk: Ibi Zoboi & Jayson Reynolds Don’t miss the captivating conversation between award-winning authors Ibi Zoboi (A Is for Ayiti) and Jayson Reynolds (When I Was the Greatest, As Brave as You). FRI, DEC 1 | 10:30 AM

THERE’S MORE! For more Schomburg Education programs, visit: schomburgcenter.org/education

THURS, NOV 16 | 6:30 PM FRI, NOV 17 & SAT, NOV 18 | 9 AM–5 PM The Lapidus Center for the Historical Analysis of Transatlantic Slavery presents its inaugural conference, “Reckoning with Slavery: New Directions in the History, Memory, Legacy, and Popular Representations of Enslavement.” The conference will present new research on abolition, the Civil War and Reconstruction, gender and sexuality, archives, memory and identity, photography, the search for freedom, and public history. Learn more: lapiduscenter.org

SUPPORT THE SCHOMBURG CENTER The Schomburg Society is made up of committed men and women who are passionate about preserving the Schomburg’s vital mission. Membership includes exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs. For more information, call 212-491-2252 or visit: schomburgcenter.org/support The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017 13

Exhibitions: Fall Highlights STEPHEN A. SCHWARZMAN BUILDING

What’s New? Recent Acquisitions OCT 13, 2017–FEB 11, 2018 Wachenheim Gallery and Rayner Special Collections Wing

This two-part exhibition peeks into our collections across the four research centers of The New York Public Library to highlight select items from among the hundreds of objects added since 2012. NYPL curators tell the stories behind our newest holdings, from a book printed in Peru 500 years ago, to notes James Baldwin wrote while preparing one of his novels, to the set design for the musical In the Heights. Visit the Wachenheim Gallery on the first floor to explore recent acquisitions from across the Library’s collections, then head up to the third floor for more newly acquired prints and photographs from our world-renowned Wallach Division.

LEFT Natalia Goncharova, illustration for Aleksandr Pushkin’s Tales of Tsar Sultan (Paris: Éditions de La Sirène, 1921), NYPL, Spencer Collection Support for The New York Public Library’s Exhibitions Program has been provided by Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos Exhibitions Fund, Jonathan Altman, and the continuing generosity of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach.

COLLECTION DISPLAYS Don’t miss our series of rotating displays featuring select highlights from the Library’s collections. For more, visit: nypl.org/exhibitions

Picturing the City: Illustrated Maps of the NYC

Sources of Inspiration: Celebrating Library Lions 2017

SEPT 13, 2017–APR 9, 2018

OCT 17–NOV 5

Map Division

McGraw Rotunda

Travel through 180 years of creative mapmaking in this display guest-curated by Katharine Harmon, author of You Are Here NYC: Mapping the Soul of the City.

See what inspires the literary and artistic luminaries that the Library is proud to honor this year with our annual Library Lions award.

The Russian Revolution: American Perspectives

The Real Winnie-the-Pooh & Friends

NOV 8–19

ONGOING

McGraw Rotunda

Children’s Center

Explore points of view from the United States on the revolution that dismantled Russian tsarist regimes and paved the way for the Soviet Union 100 years ago, guest-curated by CUNY professor Susan Smith-Peter.

Meet the real Winnie-the-Pooh and his pals! Recently restored and newly “stuffed with fluff,” these are the original toys that inspired the popular children’s books.

RIGHT (TOP) H. (Henry) Wellge, Greatest New York, 1911, NYPL, Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division (BOTTOM) Winnie-the-Pooh and Friends, on view in the Children’s Center at the Schwarzman Building 14 The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017

FOR MORE, VISIT NYPL.ORG/EXHIBITIONS

SCHOMBURG CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN BLACK CULTURE

Black Power! THROUGH DEC 31 Main Exhibition Hall

Though it only lasted 10 years, the Black Power movement had a more significant impact on issues of identity, politics, culture, art, and education than any prior movement. This multimedia exhibition contextualizes and interprets the Black Power movement through organizations, coalitions, political prisoners, aesthetics, education, international dimensions, popular culture, publications, and the Black Arts Movement.

Power in Print: Posters of the Black Power Movement THROUGH MAR 31, 2018 Latimer/Edison Gallery

Discover the art of the Black Power movement through graphic design in print. This exhibition features a wide array of posters showcasing a variety of aesthetics, styles, and messaging strategies during the movement’s peak in the 1960s and 70s.

LIBRARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center | Shelby Cullom Davis Museum

Hilary Knight’s Stage Struck World EXTENDED THROUGH OCT 14 Plaza Corridor Gallery

Best known as the illustrator of the American children’s classic Eloise, Hilary Knight takes center stage with a comprehensive showcase of his work. Get an up-close look at Knight’s original poster artwork; theatrical illustrations for Vanity Fair magazine, where he remains a contributing editor; Knight’s most recent work, including three-dimensional portraits in stage-like settings; and one-of-a-kind costume and set designs.

Leonard Bernstein at 100 OPENING DEC 9 Donald and Mary Oenslager Gallery

Coming this December, Leonard Bernstein at 100 is a major retrospective celebrating the centennial of America’s greatest classical composer and conductor. RIGHT From Hilary Knight’s Stage Struck World Hilary Knight’s Stage Struck World is made possible by the generous support of Terry Allen Kramer. Leonard Bernstein at 100 is curated by The GRAMMY Museum® at L.A. LIVE. Additional support is provided by Howard and Sarah Solomon and Dasha Epstein.

ABOVE From Power in Print, ©Emory Douglas/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Kids & Teens Babies, Toddlers & Preschool The Library is an essential partner for parents and caregivers of young children, offering a wide range of programs and resources to help children develop early literacy skills—from story times to family literacy workshops and more. For locations and information, visit: nypl.org/abc

Story Time It’s never too early to start reading. From learning new shapes and sounds to beginning to read independently, our story times are designed for young children from birth to preschool. Visit us online to find a story time near you. • Baby Story Time (Birth–18 months) • Toddler Story Time (18 months–3 years) • Preschool Story Time (3–5 years)

Family Literacy Workshops Explore the Five Senses Get ready for some ooey-gooey family fun in this new five-session workshop! Held at select locations for preschool children and their caregivers, these sessions are hands-on explorations of hearing, touch, smell, taste, and sight. For more: nypl.org/abc

Now held at almost every NYPL branch, these workshops teach families how to read, talk, sing, write, and play with their children to help them build essential literacy skills. Plus, pick up the Library’s free early literacy kit, including a board book with rhymes and fingerplays, and other engaging materials available in Spanish, Chinese, Bengali, and French at select locations.

Staff Picks: Young Children Boost your child’s reading skills with these picture books chosen by our expert librarians.

The Feelings Book by Todd Parr

Round Is a Mooncake: A Book of Shapes by Roseanne Thong

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The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt & Oliver Jeffers

Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell

Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes

Educational Resources

Kids in Grades K–6

Staff Picks: K–6

The Library offers a variety of programs for kids of all ages, from tech programs to science workshops, book discussions, games, and more. For details, ask at your local branch or visit: nypl.org/kids

Check out these titles chosen by our expert librarians to keep you ahead of the game during the school year. The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn The first day of school scares Chester Raccoon. Luckily, his mom is there to help him in a special way. The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi Unhei’s first day of school sets her and her classmates on a quest to find her a new name.

Programs for Kids Book Discussions & Read Alouds

Computers & Technology

Talk about books in a fun and informal setting.

Learn about the internet, do homework, and find new resources.

Chess, Games & Gaming

Arts & Crafts

Play board games of all types, plus Wii, PS3, and Xbox.

Make fun hands-on projects using a variety of materials.

NEW! Tech Clubs for Kids & Teens Make digital music, create inventions with electronics and code, craft solutions to problems with 3D design, produce animations, and more in our new tech clubs for kids and teens! Join friends to tinker with exciting new technology tools while learning some basics; receive guidance in making things that matter to you; and advance your coding, digital media, or design thinking skills. Clubs launch at six branches in October. Find a club site or other new tech programming near you: nypl.org/kids

Wonder by R.J. Palacio Auggie tries to fit in at his new school despite his unique appearance.

Ellray Jakes the Recess King by Sally Warner Ellray auditions classmates for the role of his spare best friend. The Last Fifth Grade Class of Emerson Elementary by Laura Shovan Fifth graders try to save their school through writing. Saving Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea Students rely on a teacher to help mend their friendship but discover he’s the one who needs saving.

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Kids & Teens After-School Programs for Kids & Teens Discover essential educational resources offered at select libraries. Groups meet at least twice a week after school. Sessions begin in late September and run through the school year. For more details and information about how to register, call the phone numbers listed below or visit: nypl.org/ost

Enrichment Zones

Literacy Leaders

GRADES 1–8 This customized homework-help program lets students sharpen math and reading skills through one-on-one tutoring and specialized computer software.

GRADES 11–12 High school students earn school credit while training as literacy coaches to help first and second graders improve their reading comprehension and phonics skills.

BRONX Baychester Library 347-697-9909 Francis Martin Library 347-933-3420 High Bridge Library 347-933-1320 Hunts Point Library 718-617-0339 Jerome Park Library 347-277-4839 Mott Haven Library 347-952-8016

BRONX Mosholu Library 347-277-4413

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STATEN ISLAND Port Richmond Library 347-697-9937 West New Brighton Library 347-277-4591

GRADES 1–2: STAY TUNED! First and second graders can get paired with one of our trained high school literacy coaches next season. Check back in January 2018 for registration information.

Kid

MANHATTAN Inwood Library 347-821-8388 Seward Park Library 917-821-4878

MANHATTAN Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library 347-697-9911 Hamilton Fish Park Library 347-326-2312 Washington Heights Library 347-697-9967

Homework Resources Need help? The Library offers a wide array of online resources that can help you find the information you need to succeed with your homework, school projects, and more. Visit nypl.org/databases where you can browse by subject or search by keyword.

Kids Zone! Turn to the back page to find out about more resources at the Library. See below for answers. Don’t peek!

Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences. Additional major support is provided by the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services. Additional support is provided by Beth and Christopher Kojima; The Jason and Susanna Berger Fund; the Estate of Charles J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; The Morris and Alma Schapiro Fund; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; Mrs. Frederick P. Rose; and The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation. Major support for after-school programming is provided by Arthur W. Koenig; the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences; Stavros Niarchos Foundation; the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services; the E.H.A. Foundation Endowment for Literacy Programming; The Frederick P. & Sandra P. Rose Foundation; The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development; The Bok Family Foundation; Booth Ferris Foundation; The New York Life Foundation; The Pinkerton Foundation; The Joseph H. Flom Foundation; News Corp; Con Edison; and The Walt Disney Company, with additional support from the Estate of Brooke Russell Astor and the Estate of Mary McConnell Bailey. Support for the Early Literacy Initiative was generously provided by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences,The Lisa E. Javitch Early Literacy Initiative, the Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation, the Gray Foundation, New York State Library’s Family Literacy Library Services Program, the NYPL Council Committee for Education, HBO®, The Sirus Fund, and an anonymous donor, with additional support through City’s First Readers, an initiative made possible with funding from the New York City Council, Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Council Member Antonio Reynoso and Council Member Stephen Levin.

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Educational Resources

Teen Programs

Staff Picks: Teens

This fall, teens can start getting ready for college, celebrate gaming with friends, and more. For more programs and information: nypl.org/teens

Our librarians selected these six great book titles for teens to help you stay sharp and keep you reading all school year long.

The Place for Teens The Library has tons of programs and resources for teens, from technology workshops to leadership opportunities. What’s more, many of our locations have dedicated spaces for teens, where you can do homework, explore Library resources, and hang out with friends. Visit one of these locations, ask a librarian, or go online for more. Grand Concourse Library, Bronx Countee Cullen Library, Manhattan Grand Central Library, Manhattan

Hamilton Grange Library, Manhattan Washington Heights Library, Manhattan St. George Library Center, Staten Island

Friends with Boys by Faith Erin Hicks Starting high school is hard enough, but Maggie must also confront the ghost that’s haunting her.

College Access at the Library Questions about college? Teens can discover resources to help get ready for college and learn about the application process. Visit the following College Access Hubs, or go online: nypl.org/collegeaccess

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie Junior leaves his reservation for a very different high school.

Bronx Library Center, Bronx Grand Concourse Library, Bronx Columbus Library, Manhattan Hamilton Grange Library, Manhattan St. George Library Center, Staten Island

Spontaneous by Aaron Starmer Mara’s senior year was fairly normal, until her classmate Katelyn blew up during third period.

FEATURED EVENT

College Fair Whether you’re taking your first step into the college search process or trying to narrow down your options, come to the Library to find out which colleges could be right for you. Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Manhattan FRI, SEPT 29 | 10 AM–2 PM

The Accidental Genius of Weasel High by Rick Detorie Freshman Larkin Pace documents his dramatic life in preparation for his Hollywood career.

CELEBRATING GAMES International Games Day Get your game on with other teens in your community during this worldwide celebration of games—from board games to video games and more. Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Manhattan SAT, NOV 18 | 11 AM–5 PM

For more: nypl.org/teenlive TeenLIVE programs are sponsored by the Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

Outrun the Moon by Stacey Lee When an earthquake destroys Mercy Lee’s home, she takes saving San Francisco into her own hands. Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass by Meg Medina Piddy Sanchez is being threatened by Yaqui and her crew, but she has no idea why.

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Job Search, Small Business & Financial Planning SPOTLIGHT ON

SCIENCE, INDUSTRY AND BUSINESS LIBRARY 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street)

NYPL’s Science, Industry and Business Library is a research and circulating library with extensive business, finance, and popular science print resources as well as premium online databases. Patrons can book a consultation with a librarian for help using SIBL’s research collections, which include historical periodical back files and comprehensive government information. Within the Science, Industry and Business Library, vetted and trained experts from partner organizations offer unique advisory services. Patrons can get business advice from experienced mentors as well as free career and financial counseling sessions with credentialed professionals. Visit SIBL online to make an appointment.

Science, Industry and Business Library Discover events and resources to help with your career, business, or finances. For a full program listing, visit: nypl.org/sibl/events

Small Business Online Customer Acquisition Series Digital marketing expert Maisha Walker shares her expertise. Online Branding, Fan Building & Social Media Content THURS, SEPT 21 | 6 PM

American Dream Job: Demystifying the American Job Search Process WED, OCT 4 | 6 PM

Envisioning Your Ideal Entertainment Career & Creating an Action Plan to Get There WED, OCT 25 | 6 PM

Google & Other Analytics THURS, OCT 19 | 6 PM

Careers in International Trade THURS, OCT 26 | 6 PM

Start Your Blog on Wordpress Learn how to set up and run a blog for your business using the Wordpress platform.

Health Care Jobs: What They Are, Where They Are & How to Get Them

THURS, NOV 30 | 6 PM

THURS, NOV 9 | 6 PM

Make 2018 Your Most Productive Year Ever! Get tips and techniques for becoming uber productive in the next year, and learn about tools that can help make it happen.

Interview Intervention: The Self-Recruiter® Interview Checklist

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FREE ONLINE CLASSES AT HOME WITH YOUR LIBRARY CARD Learn new skills and make yourself more marketable with over 2,000 online video courses—now available for free any time, anywhere to all New York Public Library cardholders. For more, visit: nypl.org/lynda

THURS, DEC 14 & TUES, DEC 19 | 6 PM

Job Search Managing Your Job Search Inner Game: Key Strategies to Stay Strong, Avoid Self-Sabotage & Enhance Results WED, SEPT 6 | 6 PM

How to Jump-Start a Stalled Job Search WED, SEPT 20 | 6 PM

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WED, DEC 27 | 6 PM

CEO SERIES Learn from the best and brightest minds in the business! Join CEOs and noteworthy authors in business, self-development, and leadership as they share their valuable insights. For the fall speaker lineup, dates, and to register: nypl.org/ceoseries

Educational Resources Financial Planning How to Find the Right College & Pay for It* SAT, SEPT 23 | 12 NOON

The Spirituality of Financial Planning TUES, OCT 10 | 6 PM

Do I Need an Estate Plan?* SAT, OCT 14 | 12 NOON

Let’s Get Your Financial Life in Order!* TUES, OCT 17 | 6 PM

How to Structure Your Small Business for Legal Protection and Tax Savings SAT, OCT 28 | 12 NOON

Introduction to Medicare TUES, NOV 28 | 6 PM

How to Be a Smart Consumer of Financial Advice* SAT, DEC 2 | 12 NOON

Preparing Your Finances for the Golden Years* SAT, DEC 9 | 12 NOON *Presented by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Career & College Readiness Programs Learn more about these and tons of other career events hosted by NYPL’s Career and Education Information Services: nypl.org/ceis CAREER READINESS WORKSHOPS AT BRONX LIBRARY CENTER For Adults Job Search & Resume Clinic DAILY | 11 AM–4 PM

Applications: What’s New? MON, SEPT 4, OCT 2, NOV 13 | 11 AM

Effective Communication: Honing My Customer Service Skills MON, SEPT 18, OCT 9, DEC 4 | 11 AM

8TH ANNUAL JOB EXPO Bronx Library Center

Pathway Towards Reaching My Career Destination

WED, SEPT 27 | 11 AM–3 PM

MON, SEPT 25, OCT 16, NOV 13 | 11 AM

RECRUITMENT EVENTS Macomb’s Bridge Library, Manhattan

For Emerging Adults & Teens Effectively Balancing Work & School

WED, SEPT 13, OCT 11 | 11 AM

MON, SEPT 11, OCT 16, NOV 6 | 3 PM

Jerome Park Library, Bronx MON, OCT 2, NOV 6, DEC 4 | 11 AM

What’s in a Resume? MON, SEPT 18, OCT 23, NOV 20 | 3 PM

Eastchester Library, Bronx MON, OCT 9, NOV 6 | 11 AM

Preppin’ for the Interview MON, SEPT 25, OCT 30, NOV 27 | 3 PM

Bronx Library Center, Bronx WED, OCT 18, NOV 15 | 11 AM

FINANCIAL PLANNING DAY @ SIBL FRI, OCT 20 | 10 AM–5 PM HEAR FROM THE EXPERTS Twelve classes on life and financial issues EXPLORE THE LIBRARY’S RESOURCES Tools for finding and comparing your investment options MEET WITH THE COUNSELORS Specialists in credit crisis, Medicare, and financial planning BROWSE THE FINANCIAL FAIR Information from government agencies and nonprofit organizations

Money Matters in Your Neighborhood Whether you’re signing up for benefits or jump-starting your new business, NYPL offers helpful finance and small business programs across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Check the web for dates and locations in your neighborhood: nypl.org/moneymatters

PERSONAL FINANCE

SMALL BUSINESS

A, B, C’s of Medicare

10 Steps to Start Your Own Business

Understanding Your Social Security Benefits

Expanding Your Business Globally Business Financial Management

Understanding & Improving Your Credit

Mastering Marketing

Curing Medical Insurance Problems

Restaurant Management Bootcamp

Sponsored in conjunction with the Financial Planning Association of New York.

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Computers & Tech Training TechConnect

Connect with your future at the Library—for free. TechConnect offers more than 80 technology classes at NYPL branches throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. It also provides computer labs across the city and helpful online resources.

ONLINE RESOURCES

Learn at your own pace with video tutorials and class handouts in English, Spanish, Chinese, French, and Russian. Want to measure your progress? Use TechConnect’s online assessments to test your knowledge on hardware, software, and other skills you learn in class.

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES From learning the basics of how to use a computer to mastering essential business software, there is a class for every student at every level. Many classes are also taught in Spanish and Chinese. To see a full list and find a class near you, visit: nypl.org/computers

Computer Basics

Software & More

ALL ABOUT COMPUTERS Computer Basics Learn to Type & Use a Mouse PC vs. Mac Windows Basics

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2010 Advanced MS Excel 2010 Advanced MS Word 2010 Excel Genius Workshop MS Excel 2010 for Beginners MS PowerPoint 2010 for Beginners

INTERNET, EMAIL & MORE Advanced Internet Searching Digital Media Basics Email for Beginners Getting More out of Google Protecting Your Privacy & Security SOCIAL MEDIA Google+ LinkedIn for Job Seekers Twitter Basics DIGITAL DEVICES Android Basics Apps on Tablets Everything You Need to Know About Your Smartphone or Tablet iPad/iPhone Basics Making Music with GarageBand

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GET CREATIVE 3D Modeling for 3D Printing Create a Website with HTML & CSS iMovie: Green Screening & Effects Photoediting for Beginners Programming Fundamentals with Python MAC CLASSES Illustrator for Beginners Mac Computers for Beginners Photoshop for Beginners Stop Motion Animation

Classes By Audience Ages 50+ Job Seekers People with Disabilities* *Available at the Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library

Educational Resources

COMPUTER LABS Our computer labs offer handson training and one-on-one help with TechConnect experts. During designated hours with extended computer sessions, students can ask questions, practice new skills, create an email account, polish a resume, and more.

MANHATTAN 58th Street Library 67th Street Library Columbus Library Countee Cullen Library Science, Industry and Business Library Washington Heights Library STATEN ISLAND Richmondtown Library St. George Library Center

Find the Classes That Are Right for You

Visit our 11 specialized locations to receive help, practice independently, or gain access to more online learning.

Not sure which classes are for you? Take the online What’s Your Tech Profile? quiz to find out, then pick up a class checklist from your local library. To find out more, visit: nypl.org/computers

BRONX Bronx Library Center Parkchester Library Tremont Library

Basic User

Series-Based Courses

Business User

Gain an in-depth understanding of coding and more with these ongoing courses. Online registration is required—classes fill up quickly, so secure your spot today! To register or learn more about our series-based courses, visit: nypl.org/computers

Creative User

Office Readiness

Coder Games

Improve your tech skills to help advance your career.

Teens compete with each other while learning video game creation.

Project <Code>

Code Your Story

Learn coding languages used to build websites.

Made for kids! Code stories, games, and animations.

Make It. Print It. Sell It. Make 3D products and learn how to sell them online.

Plus! Go at your own pace with these TechConnect self-guided series. • Design 360 • Excel Genius

Major Support for the Library’s adult literacy, English language programs and technology training is provided by the Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development; Arthur W. Koenig; The Pasculano Foundation; NYC Connected Communities, a program of the New York City Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications; The Lois M. Collier Endowment Fund; The JPB Foundation; the Joseph and Sylvia Slifka Foundation, Inc.; and the Federal Workforce Investment Act, Title II funding administered through the New York State Education Department. Additional support provided by the New York City Center for Economic Opportunity; Altman Foundation; Funding from the Mayor’s Young Men Initiative administered through the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development; the Kagan Fund; New York State Coordinated Outreach Services Program; The Bailey Endowment for English Language Learning Programs; New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Library Services grant program; Murray G. and Beatrice H. Sherman Charitable Trust; and anonymous donors. NYPL TechConnect is funded in part by:

Curious User Job Seeker Lifestyle User Tech Fanatic

Public Computers & Reservations NYPL has thousands of computers across its 92 locations, including new desktops and laptops, plus many more recently upgraded computers. Computer sessions generally last 45 minutes. Free Wi-Fi is also available at all locations. Reservations for desktop computers are not required, but can be made up to a day in advance: pcreserve.nypl.org The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017 23

Adult Education & More Resources Adult Literacy Classes NYPL provides free adult literacy classes and tutoring for adults who speak English but have difficulty reading and writing. New students who want to sign up for classes must first attend an information session (see below left for locations). For more, call 917-ASK-NYPL or visit: nypl.org/english

Citizenship Resources Learn about these resources and more: nypl.org/citizenship

English Classes NYPL offers free classes in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at more than 40 locations across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Registration for the fall 2017 session takes place September 16–30. Fall classes begin the week of October 2 and run for 11 weeks. The winter 2018 session begins in January and runs for 10 weeks. Space is limited. To begin, students must attend an information session (see locations below) and schedule an assessment. For the latest information, call the branch or visit: nypl.org/english

INFORMATION SESSION LOCATIONS BRONX Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road 718-579-4244

MANHATTAN Aguilar Library 174 East 110th Street 212-534-2930

STATEN ISLAND St. George Library Center 5 Central Avenue 718-442-8560

Harlem Library 9 West 124th Street 212-348-5620

Tompkins Square Library 331 East 10th Street 212-228-4747

NYCitizenship provides free legal help with citizenship applications: • Meet one-on-one with a trusted lawyer for free • Apply for citizenship easily • Find out if you can apply for free • Get free, confidential financial counseling

NYCITIZENSHIP LOCATIONS BRONX Bronx Library Center MANHATTAN Inwood Library Science, Industry & Business Library STATEN ISLAND St. George Library Center

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PLUS! DROP-IN ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUPS Drop-in groups are a great choice if you already know some English and want to practice speaking with others. No registration needed. Find your nearest group: nypl.org/english

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Available in all 88 NYPL neighborhood branches, New Americans Corners connect immigrants with books, brochures, and more resources about citizenship and other related topics.

Educational Resources

Midlife & Beyond Find a full list of programs in your community: nypl.org/50plus

CLASSES & EVENTS Opera Concert Series The New York Opera Forum performs complete concert versions of operas with piano accompaniment at the Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library in Manhattan. Programs with plot summaries are provided in large print and braille. SAT, SEPT 16, OCT 28, NOV 11, DEC 9 | 1 PM

Art for a Lifetime Get to know others from the 50+ community and learn a new craft! Classes are available at 12 locations across the city. Find the one nearest you: nypl.org/artforalifetime w

Stay Well Exercise for Seniors Join a movement class for all levels and abilities. See online for dates, times, and locations.

ORAL HISTORY & MORE NYC Trans Oral History Project Hear the Library’s collection of oral histories from our city’s trans and gender-nonconforming communities: oralhistory.nypl.org Community Conversations Listen and be heard. Meet locals and discuss what matters most to you. View the growing list of conversations, all guided by local librarians: nypl.org/communityconversations

Accessibility AUDIO ACCESSIBILITY For patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing, ASL interpretation or CART captioning is available for any NYPL program.

ANDREW HEISKELL BRAILLE & TALKING BOOK LIBRARY The only NYC library created to serve people with print disabilities, Heiskell Library offers free braille, talking books and magazines, book machines, and home delivery service, plus accessible cultural programs, assistive technology coaching, and tech training.

Please request two weeks in advance: accessibility@nypl.org

• 70,000 professionally narrated talking books

BOOKSHARE Instantly get 500,000 accessible e-audiobooks with simultaneous text on screen, free for all eligible users!

• Instant downloads from the Library website or app

Learn more or apply today: nypl.org/printdisabilities BOOKS BY MAIL Eligible patrons can get books and other materials delivered right to their homes. Visit: nypl.org/booksbymail

• No late fees or item limits • On-demand requests and automatic delivery of your favorite genres • Programs for all ages 40 West 20th Street Manhattan nypl.org/talkingbooks | 212-206-5400

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Using the Library The New York Public Library is made up of four research libraries and 88 neighborhood branches throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Here’s an introduction to some key resources.

Library Cards

Get Help

Library cards provide access to NYPL’s collections, computers and printers, e-books, and more. Free library cards are available to anyone who lives, works, attends school, or pays property taxes in New York State.

Need assistance? We’re here to answer your questions. Ask NYPL is the Library’s virtual reference and support service. Contact us via email, chat, phone (917-ASK-NYPL), or text (66746). For more information, visit: nypl.org/asknypl

Apply at any library location or online: nypl.org/librarycard

SimplyE SimplyE, the Library’s e-reader app, makes it easy to browse, borrow, and read more than 300,000 free e-books available at the Library. All you need is a New York Public Library card. To learn more about the app and get started, visit: nypl.org/SimplyE SimplyE has been made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Digital Collections

Research Materials Researchers can use NYPL’s research collections at our four research centers.

The Library’s Digital Collections, a database with more than 700,000 items, includes photographs, manuscripts, maps, and more, plus historical public domain images. All are available online, with new materials added regularly: nypl.org/digitalcollections

For guidelines and to inquire about making an appointment with a research specialist, call 917-ASK-NYPL or visit: nypl.org/researchcollections

Directory of Locations

IDNYC Cards The Library is proud to serve as an enrollment site for IDNYC, the City’s free municipal identification card. Patrons can apply for this government photo ID at two NYPL locations: Bronx Library Center and Grand Central Library. For more, visit: nypl.org/idnyc

For hours and directions, visit: nypl.org/locations

Grand Central · 135 East 46th Street · 212-621-0670

New Amsterdam · 9 Murray Street · 212-732-8186

Hamilton Fish Park · 415 East Houston Street · 212-673-2290

Ottendorfer · 135 Second Avenue · 212-674-0947

53rd Street · 18 West 53rd Street · 212-714-8400

Hamilton Grange · 503 West 145th Street · 212-926-2147

Riverside · 127 Amsterdam Avenue · 212-870-1810

58th Street · 127 East 58th Street · 212-759-7358

Harlem · 9 West 124th Street · 212-348-5620

Roosevelt Island · 524 Main Street · 212-308-6243

67th Street · 328 East 67th Street · 212-734-1717 96th Street · 112 East 96th Street · 212-289-0908

Harry Belafonte–115th Street · 203 West 115th Street 212-666-9393

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture* 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street) · 212-491-2200

125th Street · 224 East 125th Street · 212-534-5050

Hudson Park · 66 Leroy Street · 212-243-6876

Aguilar · 174 East 110th Street · 212-534-2930

Inwood · 4790 Broadway · 212-942-2445

Science, Industry and Business Library* · 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street) · 917-275-6975

Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library 40 West 20th Street · 212-206-5400

Jefferson Market · 425 Avenue of the Americas 212-243-4334

Seward Park · 192 East Broadway · 212-477-6770

Battery Park City · 175 North End Avenue · 212-790-3499

Kips Bay · 446 Third Avenue · 212-683-2520

Bloomingdale · 150 West 100th Street · 212-222-8030

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building* · Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street · 917-275-6975

Chatham Square · 33 East Broadway · 212-964-6598

Library for the Performing Arts* · 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (at 65th Street) · 917-275-6975

Children’s Center at 42nd Street · Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street · 212-621-0208

Macomb’s Bridge · 2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard 212-281-4900

Columbus · 742 Tenth Avenue · 212-586-5098

Mid-Manhattan Library at 42nd Streetª · 476 Fifth Avenue (at 42nd Street) · 212-340-0863 (Interim location)

Washington Heights · 1000 St. Nicholas Avenue 212-923-6054

Morningside Heights · 2900 Broadway · 212-864-2530

Webster · 1465 York Avenue · 212-288-5049

Muhlenberg · 209 West 23rd Street · 212-924-1585

Yorkville · 222 East 79th Street · 212-744-5824

MANHATTAN

Countee Cullen · 104 West 136th Street · 212-491-2070 Epiphany · 228 East 23rd Street · 212-679-2645 Fort Washington · 535 West 179th Street · 212-927-3533 George Bruce · 518 West 125th Street · 212-662-9727 26 The New York Public Library Now! Fall 2017

Mulberry Street · 10 Jersey Street · 212-966-3424

St. Agnes · 444 Amsterdam Avenue · 212-877-4380

Terence Cardinal Cooke–Cathedral · 560 Lexington Avenue 212-752-3824 Tompkins Square · 331 East 10th Street · 212-228-4747

*NYPL Research Center ª For more information on renovations: nypl.org/midtown

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CURRENT MAJOR PROJECTS Woodstock Library

Woodstock Library reopened in spring 2017 after closing in 2014 for a full interior renovation. Improvements to the more than 100-year-old branch, one of the first Carnegie libraries, include expanded programming space, a larger children’s area, a new teen space, technology upgrades, and improved ADA accessibility.

Mid-Manhattan Library Mid-Manhattan Library is now closed to the public to undergo a much-needed renovation. Expected to reopen in early 2020, the branch will feature a multistory wall of bookshelves, an employment skills center, a full floor dedicated to separate libraries for children and teens, a free public roof terrace, and hundreds of additional seats.

Schomburg Center

The Schomburg Center recently completed work on a new main exhibition space and gift shop, which opened to the public this year. This project was part of an ongoing $20 million renovation, which will also include an updated facade, auditorium, and several new reading rooms upon its completion.

Services offered at Mid-Manhattan Library have relocated to other nearby Midtown locations, including an interim space on the ground floor of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building across Fifth Avenue, called Mid-Manhattan Library at 42nd Street, where users can find Mid-Manhattan’s circulating collections, public computers, tables for quiet study, and more.

Hunts Point Library

NYPL is renovating historic Hunts Point Library in the Bronx. Currently in the planning stages, the project will modernize the branch while preserving its historical elements. The approximately 17,000-square-foot Carnegie library is slated to receive a new garden area and improvements to its entrance vestibule, in addition to other upgrades.

For more information, visit: nypl.org/midtown

Port Richmond Library

Currently in the planning stages, Port Richmond Library will receive a complete renovation, which will modernize the 112-year-old library while preserving its historical elements. Expected to close in late 2018 and reopen in 2020, it is one of five historic Carnegie branches to receive renovations as part of an investment by the City in 2016.

Capital projects at The New York Public Library are made possible by the generous support of elected officials at the city, state, and federal levels. For more information on funding for specific projects, visit: nypl.org/capitalprojects

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS | Please note: All locations will be closed Sept. 3–5, Oct. 10, Nov. 11, Nov. 24, and Dec. 24–26, 2017. BRONX Allerton · 2740 Barnes Avenue · 718-881-4240

Morrisania · 610 East 169th Street · 718-589-9268 Mosholu · 285 East 205th Street · 718-882-8239

STATEN ISLAND

Mott Haven · 321 East 140th Street · 718-665-4878

Dongan Hills · 1617 Richmond Road · 718-351-1444

Baychester · 2049 Asch Loop North · 718-379-6700

Parkchester · 1985 Westchester Avenue · 718-829-7830

Great Kills · 56 Giffords Lane · 718-984-6670

Belmont · 610 East 186th Street · 718-933-6410

Pelham Bay · 3060 Middletown Road · 718-792-6744

Huguenot Park · 830 Huguenot Avenue · 718-984-4636

Bronx Library Center · 310 East Kingsbridge Road 718-579-4244

Pelham Parkway–Van Nest · 2147 Barnes Avenue 718-829-5864

Mariners Harbor · 206 South Avenue · 212-621-0690

Castle Hill · 947 Castle Hill Avenue · 718-824-3838

Riverdale · 5540 Mosholu Avenue · 718-549-1212

Port Richmond · 75 Bennett Street · 718-442-0158

City Island · 320 City Island Avenue · 718-885-1703

Sedgwick · 1701 University Avenue · 718-731-2074

Richmondtown · 200 Clarke Avenue · 718-668-0413

Clason’s Point · 1215 Morrison Avenue · 718-842-1235

Soundview · 660 Soundview Avenue · 718-589-0880

South Beach · 21–25 Robin Road · 718-816-5834

Eastchester · 1385 East Gun Hill Road · 718-653-3292

Spuyten Duyvil · 650 West 235th Street · 718-796-1202

Edenwald · 1255 East 233rd Street · 718-798-3355

Throg’s Neck · 3025 Cross Bronx Expy Ext · 718-792-2612

St. George Library Center · 5 Central Avenue 718-442-8560

Francis Martin · 2150 University Avenue · 718-295-5287

Tremont · 1866 Washington Avenue · 718-299-5177

Stapleton · 132 Canal Street · 718-727-0427

Grand Concourse · 155 East 173rd Street · 718-583-6611

Van Cortlandt · 3874 Sedgwick Avenue · 718-543-5150

High Bridge · 78 West 168th Street · 718-293-7800

Wakefield · 4100 Lowerre Place · 718-652-4663

Todt Hill–Westerleigh · 2550 Victory Boulevard 718-494-1642

Hunts Point · 877 Southern Boulevard · 718-617-0338

West Farms · 2085 Honeywell Avenue · 718-367-5376

Jerome Park · 118 Eames Place · 718-549-5200

Westchester Square · 2521 Glebe Avenue · 718-863-0436

Kingsbridge · 291 West 231st Street · 718-548-5656

Woodlawn Heights · 4355 Katonah Avenue · 718-519-9627

Melrose · 910 Morris Avenue · 718-588-0110

Woodstock · 761 East 160th Street · 718-665-6255

New Dorp · 309 New Dorp Lane · 718-351-2977

Tottenville · 7430 Amboy Road · 718-984-0945 West New Brighton · 976 Castleton Avenue · 718-442-1416

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The Library has everything you need to succeed in school. Have fun with the activities below, then visit p. 19 to find out how the Library can help you throughout the school year!

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