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Raise a Reader @ Sharkey’s Storytime (Ages 3-5 with caregiver)
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Enjoy books, songs & activities that enhance early literacy skills and explore the world online with kid-friendly websites recommended by librarians.
10:30-11:00 AM: Stories & Songs
11:00-11:15 AM: Crafts & Family Literacy University
11:15-11:30 AM: Little Learners’ Computer Lab
March 5 : Florida Fun!
March 12 : Get Ready for Saint Patrick’s Day!
March 19 : Davie Fire Rescue Visits Storytime!
March 26 : Women’s Words!
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Raise a Reader@ Little Minnows Storytime! (Ages 18-36 months with caregiver)
Thursdays,10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Inspire your future reader with stories and songs featuring rhythm, repetition, and rhyme. Raise a Reader: learn about early literacy skills.
10:30-10:50 AM: Stories & Songs
10:50-11:15 AM: Raise a Reader & Free Play
March 6, 13, 20, 27
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Seussfest!
Sunday, March 2: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Come celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with storytelling, crafts and entertainment.

Afterschool S.T.E.M: Women of Science SPECIAL (Grades 4-6)
Thursday, March 6, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Afterschool S.T.E.M. welcomes Dr. Emily Schmitt, Ph.D., Associate Director and Professor at NSU’s Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, Division of Math, Science and Technology and coordinator of NSU’s Science Alive! Program. Join us for an afternoon of hands-on science fun with Dr. Schmitt and her NSU science students as we honor the women of science, past, present and future!! Pre-registration required beginning February 20th at 9 AM. Register by calling 954-262-5477.
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Wags & Tales (Ages 5-12)
Monday, March 10: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wags & Tales enables children to have fun reading an age-appropriate short story to an Animal Assisted Therapy Dog. Offered in partnership with the Humane Society of Broward County. To reserve your spot,
please call 954-262-5477 or visit the Public Library Services Reference Desk starting Monday, February 24 at 9 AM.
First Floor - Program Room #1017

All Star Storytime (Ages 3-5 with ASD )
Saturday, March 15: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
A special opportunity for parents of children who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to experience a library storytime with their child. Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required. Call 954-262-5477 beginning on March 1st at 9 am to register your child. Cick here for more information
First Floor - Program Room #1017

I Lobe the Brain (All ages with caregiver)
Saturday, March 15: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Come meet Fred the Head and learn about the 4 lobes of your brain through an interactive talk where you can touch and feel what’s going on inside your head! Brain crafts and stories will also be featured. Presented by The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences.
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Afterschool S.T.E.M: Women of Science SPECIAL (Grades 1-3)
Thursday, March 20, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon of hands-on science fun with Dr. Schmitt and her NSU science students as we honor the women of science, past, present and future!! Pre-registration required beginning March 6 at 9 AM. Register by clicking here or call 954-262-5477.
First Floor - Program Room #1017

LEGO Builders Club for Children with Special Needs (Ages 6 and Up)
Thursday, March 27, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Children with special needs can build and create with the library’s LEGOs gaining experience with social interactions while encouraging creativity, cooperative play and fine motor skills. Bring your camera to photograph your child’s creations. To reserve your spot, please call 954-262-5477 or visit the Public Library Services Reference Desk beginning Thursday, March 13 at 9 AM.
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Teen Photo Exhibit (Ages 13-18)
March 6 Through March 13: All Day
Photographs taken by teens expressing their perspectives is the focus of this exhibit which features the works of NSU’s Upper University School Digital Arts students.
First Floor - Atrium

Photography Workshop (Ages 13-18)
Thursday, March 13: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A teen photography workshop sponsored by NSU’s Upper University School.
Registration required. Please call 954-262-5477 to reserve your spot!
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Dream Board Workshop
Saturday, March 1: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Celebrating Women’s History Month, this dream board workshop encourages participants to follow in the footsteps of women throughout history who have set and reached goals. We’ll combine pictures and words to create a vision of our goals. All materials provided. Pre-Register by clicking here or call us at 954-262-5477. Fourth Floor - Conference Room #4009

Let's Talk About It: Muslim Journeys-Connected Histories
Session 4: Leo Africanus. By Amin Maalouf
Tuesday, March 4: 1:00PM - 2:00 PM
A reading and discussion series with five books on the theme Connected Histories led by Professor Tim Dixon, NSU Farquhar College.
Second Floor - Conference Room #2046

Crafternoon at the Library
Friday, March 7: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
March is National Craft Month! Stop by the library and learn about the resources we have that will help you celebrate all month long. Drop in anytime during the program for make-and-take crafts. Pre-Register here!
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Let’s Chat!
Tuesday, March 11: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
A Housein the Sky
Join us for a discussion to talk about the best and worst parts of books. This month’s pick is A House in the Sky. The e-Audio for this book is available online. Register by clicking here or by calling
954-262-5477
First Floor - Program Room #1017

Let’s Speak Truth’ Poetry & Spoken Word Night
Thursday, March 13: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Second Floor - Cotilla Gallery)
Poetry is an intimate affair and the best way to experience it is to see it performed in person. Listen to local spoken word artists and poets during this celebration of creativity. For more information, contact Christie Williams at wlchrist@nova.edu or 954-262-2106.

Circle of Friends Annual Pre- LitLIVE! Brunch
Sunday, March 16: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Author Discussion, Book Sale and Signing with Charles Zelden, Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University Professor at the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences and Author of Thurgood Marshall: Race, Rights, and the Struggle for a More Perfect Union. Complimentary Admission for Circle of Friends members/ $15 per person non-members (Reservations required, walk-ins not permitted). RSVP by Friday, March 7th at 954.262.4627 or libdev@nova.edu or online here. Second Floor - Room #2002

LitLive!
Sunday, March 16: 11:30 PM - 5:00 PM
LitLive! is a series of lectures, book sales and signings by some of our nation's bestselling authors held in conjunction with the Broward County Literacy Feast. Free and open to the public. For a list of authors visit: bplfoundation.org

Let's Talk About It: Muslim Journeys-Connected Histories
Session 5: In an Antique Land. by Amitav Ghosh.
Tuesday, March 18: 1:00PM - 2:00 PM
A reading and discussion series with five books on the theme Connected Histories led by Professor Tim Dixon, NSU Farquhar College.
Second Floor - Conference Room #2046

Scholarship Resources
Tuesday, March 18: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Attendees will get an overview of the library’s scholarship resources using Foundation Center database to locate scholarships specific to their area of study. Basic computer skills required. Session limited to 25 attendees. Registration begins March 3. For more information e-mail sc1169@nova.edu or call 954-262-4649
Second Floor - Lab A

An Uncomfortable Liberty: America's History of Religious Intolerance
Sunday, March 23: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Lecture by Professor Harry Coverston, University of Central Florida, Orlando. Presented by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association with additional support from the Florida Humanities Council.
Free and open to the public but RSVP's recommended. To RSVP click here or call 954.262.4613. For more information on Muslim Journeys visit http://nova.campusguides.com/muslimjourneys

Adults- Tuesday Night Movie: I’m Carolyn Parker
I'm Carolyn Parker

Tuesday, March 25: 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Join us for movie night! Celebrate Women’s History Month with a Point of View documentary by Academy Award®-winning director Jonathan Demme.
RSVP by clicking here.

Computer Basics for Absolute Beginners
Saturday, March 15, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn basic computer skills in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
Spaces are limited. Click here to register or call us at 954-262-5477 Second Floor- Lab B

Instagram
Tuesday, March 18: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Bring your iPad or iPhone and learn how to use one of the more popular photo apps, Instagram. Broadcast your memories in a fast, fun way to family and friends.
Spaces are limited. Please register here or call us at 954-262-5477.
Second Floor- Lab B

Streaming Videos
Friday, March 21: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Learn how to search for online resources and stream videos. Basic computer skills Required, and active e-mail account to participate, Alvin Sherman Library card or Broward County Library Card. Zinio account holders: Please bring your log in information to this class. Register here or call us at 954-262-5477.
Second Floor- Lab B