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Have you ever played 18 holes of mini-golf inside a library? Themed after children's classic books, you, your family and friends, can play putt-putt throughout the first and second floors of the library for just $5 on Sunday.Most importantly, all monies raised at this event help support the NSU Alvin Sherman Library. As you are probably aware, this library supports not only the NSU community but Broward County as well.
Every day we see hundreds to thousands of people who use the library to study, research, play or just read a good book. We are very grateful for the support of our Friend's group who last year alone, funded new chairs and tables, StoryFest, an adult writer's workshop, a girl's robotic program and new digital signage, plus more! To RSVP, visit lib.nova.edu/minigolf .
MAY 2019
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Circle of Friends Annual Meeting
Wednesday, May 1, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Keynote Speaker Ronnie Shashoua, NSU University School student and program leader for Girls in Robotics, a pilot program in collaboration with the NSU Alvin Sherman Library, University School & South Florida Girl Scouts. Register online or call 954-262-4593.
How To Write Humor with Miriam Auerbach
Saturday, May 4, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Fourth Floor, Room 4009
This workshop will help writers set loose their inner comedian. We will examine six principles of humor writing.
Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Parkland: Inside Building 12
Saturday, May 4, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
As part of the American Creed series and its participation in the Broward County programming for 10 Days of Connection, the Library will show Parkland: Inside Building 12, a documentary about the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shootings. The film will be followed by a discussion.
Register online
or call 954-262-4613.
Writing your Family Story
Using Databases For Genealogy Research
Sunday, May 5, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Presented by Alison Schlyen, a Reference Librarian who specializes in genealogy research
The 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.
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. - Open Lab (Lab A)
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
Adult Game Night at the Library
Tuesday, May 10, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., First Floor, Program Room 1017
Come to our fun, beginner friendly and engaging gaming event where you’ll cheer, groan and laugh over a sheet of cardboard and a bunch of shiny dice. You’ll play assorted new and classic games. Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Paint the Universe Exhibit Awards Reception
Saturday, May 11, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Join Gold Coast Watercolor Society (GCWS) for an awards ceremony and reception. The event free and open to the public. For more information call 954-262-4613.
Computer Camp: Library Databases
Tuesday, May 21, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., First Floor, Children’s Computer Lab
In this class we give an overview of many of the library’s databases that people don’t often know about such as Flipster, RBdigital, Lynda.com and cloudLibrary.
Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Scholarships and Awards Workshops
Tuesday, May 21, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Second Floor, Lab A
Identify scholarships and grants using Foundation Center resources at these free workshops with an open lab.
Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Raise a Reader @ Sharkey’s Storytime! (Grades 1-5, all ages welcome with caregiver)
Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
May 1: To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Children’s Book Week, we will be reading and doing activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
May 8: Storytime Graduation!Storytime Graduation! This is the last storytime before our summer break. Families who have learned all five early literacy skills will graduate from storytime! Everyone is welcome for this special event.
Raise a Reader@Little Minnows Storytime! (Ages 18-36 months)
Thursdays, May 2, 9, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m., First Floor, Program Room 1017
Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills!
May 9: Storytime Graduation! This is the last storytime before our summer break. Families who have learned all five 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
Saturday May 4, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., First Floor
Celebrate Star Wars with activities and games. Fun for the whole family!
Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Wags and Tales (Ages 5-12)(Grades 1 - 5)
Monday, May 6, 4:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m., First Floor, Room 1017
Make reading fun by boosting your child’s confidence as they read their favorite book out loud, to an Animal Assisted Therapy Dog! Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Build It! Make It! Play It! (Grades 1 - 5)
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 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.
Teen Maker Thursday
Thursday, May 2, 4:00 p.m. - 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.
Drop In Research Help
Saturday, May 11, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., First Floor, Program Room 1017
Are you working on a research project or paper? Do you need help finding resources? Formatting your Works Cited page in MLA style? Drop in for help with any of your research related questions! Ages 13-18.
Supersized Board Game Sunday
Sunday, May 12, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., First Floor, Program Room 1017
Come join us as we play super-sized versions of classic board games and card games! Register online or call 954-262-5477.
Homeschool Advisory Board
Monday, May 20, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., First Floor, Program Room 1017
The Homeschool Advisory Board is a program for teens who want to help with library programs and offer input into library collection
and program development. Earn volunteer service hours while helping your community and having fun!
Register online or call 954-262-5477.
