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MARCH 2017       

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seussFestHemingway: 3 Views

LIBRARY EXTENDED HOURS: Saturday, February 25 - Friday, March 3 (7:00 AM - 12:00 AM every day)

World War I and America

 

Adult programs

Circle of Friends Welcome Reception

Wednesday, March 8, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Second Floor, Room 2053

Join the Circle of Friends for a Pre-Event Welcome Reception before On Hemingway: Three Views. Complimentary for Circle of Friends members. Non-members $20 a person*

Please RSVP by March 1st: https://www.nova.edu/cof/hemingway

Become a Circle of Friends member, please join by visiting: https://www.nova.edu/cof/membership

 

On Hemingway: Three Views

Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery

Florida Humanities CouncilPresented by the Circle of Friends for the NSU Alvin Sherman Library, this Chautauqua program by Betty Jean Steinshouer examines the author of machismo, from a woman’s point of view. The three-act program features Steinhouser as Gertrude Stein, Willa Cather and Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.

  

RSVP HERE or call 954-262-4627.

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – PARKING $1/HR

This program is sponsored by the Florida Humanities Council (www.floridahumanities.org) with funds from the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs.

This event is part of the Circle of Friends, series.

 

Gear-Up: Technology Lightning Round

Thursday, March 9, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Second Floor, Lab A

gear up logoJoin several NSU Librarians as they discuss a few of the many tools they use to streamline their professional and personal lives.

Register online or at the Alvin Sherman Library to attend.
  

This event is part of the , series.

 

'Let's Speak Truth' Poetry and Spoken Word

Friday, March 10, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery

  

Don't miss the 4th Annual "Let's Speak Truth," Poetry & Spoken Word Night event!

     

Audre Lorde wrote, “Poetry is not only dream and vision; it is the skeleton architecture of our lives”. 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 any questions, please contact the Public Library Services Reference Desk at 954-262-5477.

  

This event is part of the series.

Historical Novel Writing

Join Alyssa Maxwell as she discusses writing historical mysteries and successfully blending fact with fiction. She will cover how to choose a setting, using historical events and figures, research, and looking at setting as a character.

Alyssa MaxwellAlyssa Maxwell is the author of the historical mystery series, The Gilded Newport Mysteries, featuring sleuth Emmaline Cross, a less-well-heeled relation of the Vanderbilt family, who solves murders committed at the posh estates along Bellevue Avenue in Newport, RI. Visit her at alyssamaxwell.com.

Please register online or call 954-262-5477.
   

This event is part of the series.

 

Genealogical Evidence
Sunday, March 12, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Second Floor, Computer Lab A . Lecture in Room 2053 

 

Join other fellow genealogy enthusiasts and explore the different kinds of evidence in genealogy: how to use them to prove identities, relationships and accuracy.

  

Please note this is the 2nd Sunday of the month due to the Dr. Suess event on the first Sunday in March. The Genealogical Society of Broward County (GSBC) meets monthly at the NSU Alvin Sherman Library on the first Sunday of every month except when there is a holiday.

 

Open Lab: 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

General meeting: 1:30 PM

Presentation: 2:00 PM

African American Special Interest Group Meeting: April 5, 3:30 PM.

Visit www.gsbcfl.org for more information about GSBC. Parking $1.00/hour on the first level of the parking garage.

        

Meetings are free and open to the public.

Moabit: Migration into a Berlin Community
CAHSS Intellectual Conversations – Winter 2017: Migration

Thursday, March 16, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery

A talk by Stephen R. Levitt, NSU Associate Professor in the Department of History and Political Science.

Settled in the 17th century by Huguenots fleeing persecution in France, Moabit became home to a large Berlin Jewish community in the 19th and early 20th century, corresponding with rapid industrialization. This lecture explores Moabit’s transitions over four hundred years with a focus on the district’s role in housing minorities and migrants. It will consider to what extent Huguenot, Jewish, Turkish and other minority and migrant groups became integrated in Prussian or German society and conclude with an analysis of the recent influx of Syrian refugees articulating how this might affect municipal politics and priorities.

Please email levitts@nova.edu or call 954-262-8210 for any questions.
  

This event is part of the series.

Crafternoon at the Library

Friday, March 17, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

First Floor, Program Room 1017

Tap into your creative juices by trying your hand at a make and take craft. Stop by the library and learn about our many resources. Drop in anytime during the program for make-and-take crafts.

 

Vision Board Workshop

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First Floor, Program Room 1017

    

Paste images on poster board that reflect your goals. Add clarity and feeling to the life you envision for yourself.

  

Seating is limited. Please register online or call 954-262-5477.

  

Computer Camp: iPhone Photography
Tuesday, March 21, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Second Floor, Lab A
  

Learn techniques to take incredible photos with your iPhone.

Please register online or call 954-262-5477.

 

This event is part of the series.

   

World War I and America: Told by the Americans Who Lived It

Why Fight?

The Experience of War

2017 marks the centennial of the entry of the United States into World War I.  Learn more about the impact this had on everyday lives and the making of America today. 

World War I and America

Join others in  a reading and discussion group developed by the Library of America  as we explore excerpts of essays, speeches, books, poems and letters about World War I .

Led by Timothy Dixon, J.D., Associate Professor, NSU College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of History and Political Science.

Click here for a complete listing of events in this series.

For any questions, please contact the Reference Desk at 954-262-4613.

 

Scholarships & Awards Workshops

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Scholarships & Awards WorkshopIdentify scholarships and grants using Foundation Center resources at these free workshops with an open lab. Learn about resources available to find scholarships, tools to start your search, how to tailor your search based on your field of study, and tips for an efficient search.

  

Please register online or call 954-262-4613.

  

This event is part of the series.

 

 

Gear Up: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Predatory Publishing

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gear up logoAre you unsure how to determine if a journal or publishing company is legitimate or predatory? This session will focus on resources and methods for appraising journals and publishers.

Register online or at the Alvin Sherman Library to attend.

This event is part of the , series.

 

Read It Before You Eat It

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First Floor, Program Room 1017

  

Learn how to read nutrition labels so you can choose the best foods for you and your Baptist Healthfamily.

Featuring a Baptist Health Registered Dietitian speaker. Space is limited and registration is required.

Please email Programs@BaptistHealth.net or call 786-596-3812 to register.

 

 

Raise a Reader@ Sharkey's Storytime!
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM - 11 :15 AM

First Floor, Program Room 1017

Ages 3 - 5 years with caregiver

 
Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Recommended for children ages 3 – 5 years with their caregivers.
   

Raise a Reader@ Little Minnows Storytime!
10:30 AM - 11 :15 AM

First Floor, Program Room 1017

Ages 18 - 36 months with caregiver

Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

10:30-11 AM: Stories & Songs
11-11:15 AM: Raise a Reader & Free Play

 

Cat-n-Hat LogoSeussFest!

SeussFest is a special event celebrating Dr. Seuss’sbirthdayandthe joy ofreading. Our celebration is specifically designed as an early childhood literacy event, and focuses primarily on activity skills, music, and storytelling for ages 4 to 8, but all family members are welcome to join in the fun!

Please help us anticipate how many people will attend SeussFest by RSVP-ing. Every family who RSVPs will be entered in a special drawing for a chance to win a giant Cat in the Hat plush doll. Winner will be notified by email.

Click here to RSVP on our SeussFest website!

This event is part of the , , series.

 

Wags and Tales
Monday, March 6, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

First Floor, Program Room 1017
For children ages 5-12

Read to a dog at the library! This program enables children to read an age-appropriate short story to an Animal Assisted Therapy Dog. The intent of the program is to make reading fun and boost the child’s confidence in reading out loud.

  

Register online or call 954-262-5477.

 

afternoon adventuresAfterschool Adventures!
Tuesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

First Floor, Program Room 1017

Join us on Tuesdays for fun activities designed for children in grades 1 – 5

  
Tuesday, March 7:  Crafternoon for Kids

Tuesday, March 14: Builders Club

Tuesday, March 21: Story Explorers

Tuesday, March 28: S.T.E.M. Fun
   

Katie Adams’ Make Believe Theater presents Anansi and the Tree of Life

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First Floor, Program Room 1017

AnansiA collection of African tales told through puppetry, storytelling and audience participation.

Katie uses colorful puppets, a large-sized Baobab tree with shadow puppets, and African music to bring Anansi stories to life.

This event is part of the series.

First Floor, Program Room 1017

 

 

Teen Tech Week 2017

Teen Crafternoon: Pixel Magnets
Thursday, March 2, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

First Floor, Teen Room 1035
      

Use perler beads to create pixelated art pieces!
      

Register online or call 954-262-5477.

  

This program is in celebration of Teen Tech Week 2017.

  

Young Authors Writing Group (Ages 13-18)
Saturday, March 18, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

First Floor, Program Room 1017

  
Want to get feedback on your writing? Come to the monthly Young Authors Writing Group! Share your words with others and get constructive criticism on how to revise to make it better. Facilitated by teacher and writer Jodi Turchin.

      

Register online or call 954-262-5477.

  

This event is part of the .

     

 

Exhibits

Afrotopia

cult of personality exhibit

Saturday, March 18 - Sunday, May 28, 2017

 

Homework Helpers

Women's History monthhomework help

 


 

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