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Extended Hours: Saturday, October 7 - Friday, October 13, 7 am -12 am everyday October 2018

adults

All Write 2018
Saturday, October 6, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Room 2053
Join us for this FREE 6-hour workshop that is open to all ages and genres of writers, from beginners to experienced. You’ll learn the fine points of crafting saleable fiction from professional authors. Presented by the Mystery Writers of America, Florida Chapter.

The First 5 Things To Do With Your New Test Results
Genealogical Society of Broward County Monthly Program
Sunday, October 7, 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

This webinar is presented By Blaine Bettinger, PH.D., J.D., a professional genealogist specializing in DNA evidence. 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. All meetings are free and open to the public. Parking $1.00/hour on the first level of the parking garage.

Storytelling: A Great American Read Program
Saturday, October 7, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2nd Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Presentation by NSU professor Dr. Marlisa Santos on the deep cultural roots and draw of storytelling, going back to myth and folktale. and will feature titles from the Great American Read that are iconic because of these archetypal patterns.
Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Foundations and Grants Workshop
Tuesday, October 9, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Lab A
learn to use the Foundation Center’s grants database, get an overview of the Alvin Sherman Library’s grants resources, and participate in an assisted open lab search session to explore grant possibilities specific to their area of interest. Basic computer skills are required.
Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Get the Job: Enhance Your LinkedIn Profile with Lynda.com
Saturday, October 13, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Lab A
LinkedIn.com allows you to manage your professional identity by building and engaging with your professional network. Learn how you can use your library card to log into Lynda.com and add certifications to your profile. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Chiranga Tipica Tropical: Hispanic Heritage Month Concert
Sunday, October 14, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Miniaci Theater
Move out of your seat with infectious Charanga Latin Salsa music. Register online for your free tickets or call 954-262-5477. Parking $1.00/hour on the first level of the parking garage.

Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Reflection and Resource Center Tour

Monday, October 15, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Mr. Craig Weiner, founder of the 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. Click here to RSVP by October 12

or call 954-262-4578.

Computer Camp: Downloading books, audiobooks and magazines

Tuesday, October 16, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

First Floor, Children�s Computer Lab

Learn to download books, audiobooks and magazines to your mobile device from cloudLibrary, RBdigital, ComicsPlus and Flipster. For the class you will need your Alvin Sherman Library card and the ability to download the apps to your device. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

I Love Yarn Day: Stitch It Forward with Head Huggers
Friday, October 19, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
First Floor, Room 1017
Use your knitting or crocheting skills to help someone in need! We’ll be making warm, soft caps for people who have undergone hair loss due to chemotherapy, brain surgery, or other medical condition. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Gear-Up: Data Visualization

Wednesday, October 24, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fourth Floor, Room 4009

Presented by Dr. Phyllis Chasser. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

25th Semi-Annual Used Book Sale!
Wednesday, October 24 - Saturday, October 27
Thousands of books at LOW prices! Gently used textbooks, fiction, nonfiction, hardcover & paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs, and video games! Cash and checks only. No scanners allowed on presale day.

(Presale day*) Wednesday, October 24, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
*NSU faculty, staff and Circle of Friends only
The Used Book Sale will be open to the NSU community as well as the general public:
Thursday, October 25, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 27, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

If you would like to donate items to our book sale or would like more information,contact the Alvin Sherman Library’s Collection Development department at 954-262-4542.

The Expo 2018: Navigating Your Journey
Saturday, October 27, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This free family-friendly event provides an amazing opportunity to have fun and learn about services, resources, products and information for persons of all ages and with any disability! This Expo is FREE and open to the public. No registration required.

For more info, visit http://www.theexpofl.com/

exhibits

tools for success!

children

Build It! Make It! Play It! (Grades 1 - 5)
Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
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, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017

Oct. 3: ¡Celebramos! A bilingual storytime to honor Hispanic Heritage Month.

Oct. 10: In and Out, Up and Down!

Oct. 17: On the Water! Let's sail away with stories and songs!

Oct. 24: Spinning Webs!

Oct. 31: Celebrate Halloween with the Shermanettes!

Raise a Reader@Little Minnows Storytime! (Ages 18-36 months)
Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18, *25, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017

Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills!
*Oct. 25: Bring your early learners to hear the fabulous Miss Penny of WBPT2 South Florida PBS read this year’s Read for the Record© book, Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy!

Wags and Tales (Ages 5-12)
Monday, October 8, 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.  Please bring a book or choose a library book that your child will read from when reading to our 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.

Hispanic Heritage Month Concert for Kids
Tuesday, October 9, 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Celebrate with Musician/Educator Paco Moreno as he shares authentic music and dances from Spanish-speaking countries throughout the world. Children will have an opportunity to touch and play handmade Andean musical instruments in this interactive celebration. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Younger siblings welcome with caregiver.

S.T.E.M. for Tweens (Ages 8-12)

Monday, October 15th — 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
First Floor, Program Room 1017

Join us as we explore S.T.E.M. concepts with awesome activities, excellent experiments, dynamic demonstrations and phenomenal guest presenters.

Online registration required for each child attending this program.

Day for Children Health Fair
Sunday, October 21, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
First Floor
NSU’s Health Care Centers will be providing FREE assessments for hearing and balance, vision, speech-language, dental health, nutrition tips, and more! Please come share the day with us in celebrating all children 15 years of age and under (including infants and toddlers) and their families.
For more information, call 954-NSU-CARE (678-2273).

Trick or Treat! Silly, Not-So-Spooky Stories with the Shermanettes!
Wednesday, October 31, 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Public Library Services
Celebrate Halloween with the Shermanettes! This special show is for children of all ages! Enjoy silly, not-so-spooky stories and a trick-or-treat parade! Costumes are encouraged.

teens (ages 13 - 18)

Teen Maker Thursday
Thursday, October 4, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
First Floor, Room 1017
Use your creative energy to make fun crafts and projects while celebrating DiY culture! Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Teen Read Week: Solar System Charms
Thursday, October 11, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
First Floor, Room 1017
In honor of Teen Read Week, create a solar system necklace or keychain using wire and beads! Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Drop In Research Help

Thursday, October 18, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

First Floor, Room 1017
Are you working on a research project or paper? Do you need help finding resources? Writing a thesis?

Exploring Art for Homeschoolers

Monday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

First Floor, 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.

Read it on Flipster!

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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