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May 2018
Tuesday, May 1 - Saturday, May 5, 2018: Extended Hours (7:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.)

The Library will close at 4 p.m. on May 19th and will be closed Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day.

adults

Frugal is the New You! Couponing with Gena
Tuesday, May 1, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
University Archivist Gena Meroth is ready to give you some tips and get you started on how to work with coupons. Attendees will be eligible for a drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate courtesy of the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation to be used at an American Thrift Store in Broward County. This program is co-sponsored by Thinking Money.

Circle of Friends for the NSU Alvin Sherman Library invites you to its Annual Meeting for a celebration of this past year’s achievements, the recognition of outgoing board members and the installation of incoming board members & officers. Keynote Speaker Nadine Gonzalez. Open to all Circle of Friends members and their friends.

Making Sense of the New Tax Law
Thursday, May 3, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
NSU Shepard Broad College of Law Professor Donna Litman will explain how the new Federal tax law, TCJA, effective in 2018, will impact individuals. This program is co-sponsored by Thinking Money.

Thinking Money Financial Fair
Saturday, May 5, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Learn from the experts! Meet representatives from various local agencies and nonprofit organizations, such as the Cooperative Extension Service, a nonprofit consumer credit counseling agency, local credit unions, the United Way, and others. This program is co-sponsored by Thinking Money.

Lilavati: The Intersection of Dance and Mathematics
Saturday, May 5, 5:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m.
Performance Theatre located at the Don Taft University Center
The ancient Sanskrit text “Lilavati” comes to life solving quadratic equations and combination problems through Indian dance, music and multimedia. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Genealogical Society of Broward County Monthly Program

Sunday, May 6, 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Noon to 1:15 p.m.: Open Lab
1:30 p.m.: General Meeting: Second Floor, Room 2053
2:00 p.m.: Program Presentation
3:30 p.m.: African American Special Interest Group

The Genealogical Society of Broward County (GSBC) meets monthly at the NSU Alvin Sherman Library on the first Sunday of every month except on holidays.Parking $1.00/hour on the first level of the parking garage.

Visit www.gsbcfl.org for more information about GSBC.

Meetings are free and open to the public.

Surviving Skokie-Documentary and Panel Discussion
Wednesday, May 9, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery

Surviving Skokie-a documentary Before Charlottesville and Gainesville there was Skokie. But today more than ever, our country is faced with a rise in anti-antisemitism and racism. We invite you to join us for a screening of the award winning film followed by a panel of NSU Faculty and community leaders for a thought provoking discussion. Register online or call 954-262-4613.

Rock and Roll Into Art: Gold Coast Watercolor Society Exhibit (GCWS)
Opening reception and awards
Tuesday, May 15, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m

Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery

Join the GCWC as for its awards ceremony and reception for the “Rock and Roll into Art” exhibit which coincides with the Alvin Sherman Library’s 2018 Summer Reading Program, “Libraries Rock.” open to the public. Register online or call 954-262-4613.

Computer Camp: Managing Money on the Web
Tuesday, May 15, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Second Floor, Lab A
It’s easy to manage your money using online tools. We’ll explore how to use resources such as online banking, PayPal, budgeting apps and more!

Scholarships and Awards Workshops
Tuesday, May 15, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Floor, Lab A
Identify scholarships and grants using Foundation Center resources at these free workshops with an open lab. Learn about resources available to start your search, tips for an efficient search, and find scholarships. Registration begins on May 1, 2018
Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Holocaust Reflection and Resource Center Tour

Thursday, May 17, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Second Floor, Holocaust Reflection and Resource Center

Mr. Craig Weiner, founder of the Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection and Resource Center gives a very thought provoking tour of this important moment in history. The tour must have a minimum of 12 people and will be limited to no more than 28 persons. For questions, please email lv297@nova.edu call 954-262-4578.

Circle of Friends "Boots for Books" Annual Gala and Fundraiser

Saturday, May 19, 6:30 p.m.

Alvin Sherman Library Atrium

It's that time again to join us for our annual fundraising event. This year, you cowboy boot can put on your cowboy hats and boots for a fun evening dancing to the sounds of Southern Horizons. So, mosey on down and bring your friends. Register online or call 954-262-4593. Tickets are required for this event.

exhibits

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children

Build It! Make It! Play It! (Grades 1 - 5)
Tuesdays, May 1 and 8
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Drop in for hands-on fun and activities! Join us on Tuesdays for fun activities, which may include board games, building with the library’s LEGO blocks, or simple crafts.

Raise a Reader @ Sharkey's Storytime
(Ages 3 - 5 with caregiver)
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017

May 2: A SHARKEY’S STORYTIME SPECIAL: Krik! Krak! Dance-A-Story! Celebrate Haitian Heritage Month with performer Lucrece Louisdhon-Louinis with stories, songs and rhymes from Haiti.

May 9: Storytime Graduation! Families who have learned early literacy skills will graduate from storytime! Everyone is welcome for this special event.

Raise a Reader @ Little Minnows Storytime!
(Ages 18-36 months with caregiver)
Thursdays May 3, 10
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017

May 3: Enjoy books, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

May 10: Storytime Graduation! Families who have learned early literacy skills will graduate from storytime! Everyone is welcome for this special event.

May the Fourth Be With You! It’s Star Wars Day
Friday, May 4, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Jedi or Sith? Rebel Alliance or Galactic Empire? Experience The Force as you play games and make crafts related to the series from a galaxy far, far away. Recommended for children of all ages!

Wags and Tales (Ages 5 - 12)

Monday, May 14, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m
First Floor, Program Room 1017

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 at 954-262-5477.

teens (ages 13 - 18)

Teen Maker Thursdays
Thursday, May 3, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Use your creative energy to make fun crafts and projects while celebrating DIY culture. Register online or by calling 954-262-5477.

Exploring Art
Saturday, May 12, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Each month we will learn about a different artist, and then complete an art project that emulates the artist’s style and/or theme.
Register online or call 954-262-5477.

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The Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust
Reflection and Resource Center

The Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection and Resource Center

For those visiting this center, its mission is to :

REMIND – us of the deadliest genocide in history - done by humans to humans.

REMEMBER – and honor the six million Jewish children, men and women who perished.

REFLECT – on our moral conscience, our individual responsibility and role in making for a better future.

Through your visit to this Center, and seeing and understanding what results from hate, let us all learn to be better people and think more carefully when making our daily life choices. For more information on The Holocaust Reflection and Resource Center visit: sherman.library.nova.edu/holocaust

To schedule a tour, contact : HRRR@nova.edu or 954-262-4578

For assistance in researching additional information about the Holocaust, contact a Librarian through our Reference Department: 954-262-4613

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