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Don’T Miss!new Exhibition on Motown at the schomburg Center p. 15

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4 From our shelves: What’s Hot & staff Book Picks5 Don’t-Miss List: What’s on This Winter

UPCoMinG EVEnTs6 Author Talks, Lectures & More10 Performing Arts & Film12 schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture14 Exhibitions: Winter & spring Highlights

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WELCoME To The new York Public Library!

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From the Presidentthe beginning of a new year is always an exciting time. at nypl, we’re celebrating the brand-new mariners harbor library on staten island, the borough’s 13th branch and nypl’s 92nd location (right).

we’re also looking forward to two vibrant exhibitions that will bring the exuberance of 1960s music to the library. beginning in february, the library for the performing arts at lincoln center will unveil Ladies and Gentlemen…The Beatles. and at the schomburg center in harlem, visitors can explore Motown: The Truth Is a Hit (p. 15).

other highlights this season include the launch of the library’s newest educational program for teens, nypl bridgeup (p. 16), and upgraded desktop and laptop computers at all of our libraries (p. 23).

these are just some of the exciting programs and resources available this season. we hope to see you soon!

Tony Marxpresident, the new york public library

the brand-new mariners harbor library, on the north shore of staten island, opened in december.

CoMinG soon! nYPL Books at noon, a new series featuring interviews with authors, debuts march 5 at the schwarzman building. see page 7.

nypl.org/nyplatnoon

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sTAFF BooK PiCKs

if you enjoyed Khaled Hosseini’s And the Mountains Echoed, try these other well-crafted family sagas:the end of the point: a novel, Elizabeth Graverthe house of tides: a novel, Hannah Richell the purchase, Linda Spaldingthe son, Philipp Meyer

From our shelves: What’s Hot

Recent fiction and nonfiction:The Abundance: A Novel, Amit Majmudar between friends, Amos Oz latino americans: the 500-year legacy that shaped a nation, Ray Suarez the red and the white: a family saga of the american west, Andrew R. Graybill

Top Adult Booksand the mountains echoed, Khaled Hosseini

inferno, Dan Brown

gone girl, Gillian Flynn

revenge wears prada, Lauren Weisberger

gone, James Patterson

Top E-Booksallegiant, Veronica Roth

the book thief, Markus Zusak

sycamore row, John Grisham

the circle, Dave Eggers

divergent, Veronica Roth

Top Children’s Books subway, Anastasia Suen

june b., first grader series, Barbara Park

minnie and moo and the haunted sweater, Denys Cazet

cork and fuzz series, Dori Chaconas

Top Teen Books naruto series, Masashi Kishimoto

bleach series, Tite Kubo

catching fire, Suzanne Collins

fairy tail series, Hiro Mashima

allegiant, Veronica Roth

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Don’t miss the new Readers & Writers shop at the schwarzman Building on 42nd street! every purchase supports the library.

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if you enjoyed Khaled Hosseini’s And the Mountains Echoed, try these other well-crafted family sagas:the end of the point: a novel, Elizabeth Graverthe house of tides: a novel, Hannah Richell the purchase, Linda Spaldingthe son, Philipp Meyer

Don’t-Miss List: What’s on This Winter

bRowse ouR full calendaR: nypl.oRg/eventsget nypl now! e-mail updates: nypl.oRg/now connect with the libRaRy:

see Ladies and Gentlemen…the Beatles! at the library for performing arts to mark the 50th anniversary of the fab four’s first north american tour p. 15

visit the brand-new mariners harbor library on staten island, the borough’s 13th branch p. 3

heaR james mcbride and his good lord bird band, plus more top writers and thinkers, this season at live from the nypl p. 7

listen to the sounds of motown as part of the schomburg center’s new Motown: The Truth Is a Hit exhibition p. 15

BoosT academic and literacy skills at one of nypl’s free after-school programs for kids and teens p. 16

EXPLoRE the bold graphics and documents in Why We Fight: Remembering AIDS Activism at the schwarzman building p. 14

attend financial empowerment day at the science, industry and business library to get your personal finances in order p. 21

discoveR the library’s great resources for researching new york city history at the first-ever nyc history day p. 7

taKe a techconnect computer class and get one-on-one help at dozens of libraries p. 22

shop at the new readers & writers shop at the stephen a. schwarzman building, which features an expanded selection of books and more p. 4

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one of new york’s most beautiful and best loved landmarks, the stephen a. schwarz-man building features the elegant rose main reading room, 15 public service and special collections units, and free museum-quality exhibitions. the “people’s palace” also provides space for scholars and writers, hosts an array of public programs, and is home to the children’s center at 42nd street (see page 18).

visit astor hall, just inside the fifth avenue entrance, for a guide to the schwarzman building. free tours are available every day (check at the information desk). nearby, ’wichcraft café offers sandwiches, coffee and tea, cold drinks, and signature cream’wich cookies. and don’t forget to stop at the recently expanded readers & writers shop, which stocks a range of books, book-related gifts and accessories, and more (see page 4). nypl.org/schwarzman

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Author Talks, Lectures, & More

Literary Happenings, Discussions & Crafts seriesfor the full calendar, visit nypl.org/schwarzman/events.

Author Talks, Lectures & Classes

hear a scholar’s reflections on Romeo and Juliet on april 17.

Artist Dialogues Hear discussions with artists, authors, and critics such as Calvin Tompkins (Jan. 29) and Eric Fischl (Mar. 12).Jan. 15, 29, feb. 26, maR. 5, 12, apR. 9 | 6 p.m.

Children’s Literary SalonExplore children’s literature past and pres-ent; topics include the challenges of cen-sorship and children’s literary podcasting.Jan. 4, feb. 1, maR. 1, apR. 19 | 2 p.m.

Discuss Great Books in a Great SpaceJoin librarian-led discussions of classic British and American fiction. Jan. 16, feb. 20, maR. 20, apR. 17 | 2 p.m.

Register online: nypl.org/calendar

Handmade CrafternoonWork on a DIY project with a guest crafter, and look at books from NYPL’s collections.maR. 15, apR. 19 | 2 p.m.

Register by e-mail: [email protected]

Knickerbocker Book CircleDiscuss Island of Vice by Richard Zacks. Jan. 25 | 4 p.m.

Register online: nypl.org/calendar

Literary Livesdiscover these writers’ novels and plays.George Bernard Shaw Jan. 17 | 2:15 p.m.

Jane Austen feb. 21 | 2:15 p.m.

Edith WhartonmaR. 14 | 2:15 p.m.

ShakespeareapR. 25 | 2:15 p.m.

Lunchtime Lectures from nYPL’s Research Roomshear lectures by researchers who use the library’s study centers; in honor of shakespeare’s birthday (april 23), seven programs during the month explore aspects of the bard’s plays and poetry.apR. 3, 10, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 | 1:15 p.m.

ConVERsATions FRoM THE CULLMAn CEnTERformer fellows of the dorothy and lewis b. cullman center for scholars and writers discuss their work with other writers.

Made possible by a generous endowment from Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman in honor of Brooke Russell Astor, with major support provided by Mrs. John L. Weinberg, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, The Estate of Charles J. Liebman, John and Constance Birkelund, The Samuel I. Newhouse Foundation, and additional gifts from The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, Helen and Roger Alcaly, Mel and Lois Tukman, The Mrs. Giles Whiting Foundation, The Rona Jaffe Foundation, William W. Karatz, Mary Ellen von der Heyden, The Arts and Letters Foundation, Merilee and Roy Bostock, Lybess Sweezy and Ken Miller, and Cullman Center Fellows.

For more information and reservations: nypl.org/conversations


Greg Grandin and Philip Gourevitch tues., Jan. 21 | 7 p.m.

south court auditorium

Carla Kaplan and Hilton Als mon., feb. 3 | 7 p.m.

berger forum

Rivka Galchen and Karen Russell

date and time to be announcedcheck nypl.org/conversations for date and location.

additional programs will be announced; for a full schedule of conversations from the cullman center, visit nypl.org/conversations.

new york city insurance maps have street and building details.

Tickets are $25 general public; $15 Friends of the Library, seniors, and students with valid iD.

for live tickets, visit nypl.org/livetickets or call 888.71.tickets (888.718.4253).

join friends of the library for as little as $40 a year to get a 40% discount and waived service fee on live general admission tickets: nypl.org/join.

Made possible with generous support from Celeste Bartos, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, and the Margaret and Herman Sokol Public Education Endowment Fund.

provocative programs featuring notable authors, artists, and thinkers in conversation with nypl’s paul holdengräber.

Auster on Poe: A Conversation with Paul Auster and isaac GewirtzthuRs., Jan. 16 | 7 p.m.this event takes place at the morgan library.

Rebecca Meadwed., Jan. 29 | 7 p.m.

unless otherwise noted, all programs take place in the

celeste bartos forum.

From the Collections: Lectures & Workshopsfor more, visit nypl.org/schwarzman/events.

paul auster rebecca meadjames mcbride

For the full calendar, visit nypl.org/live. Get updates by e-mail! Visit nypl.org/enews.

nEW! nYPL BooKs AT noon this brand-new series presents weekly midday interviews with such authors as joyce carol oates and eve ensler.wednesdays, maR. 5–may 7 | 12 noon

for more information, visit nypl.org/booksatnoon.

WoRLD BooK niGHT on the eve of world book night us, garrison keillor, malcolm gladwell, and esmeralda santiago talk about their love of books and libraries at nypl. held annually on april 23, the event celebrates books and reading with free book distribution across the u.s. in addition, 20 nypl branches will offer free poetry-writing workshops.

Reading in the South Court tues., apR. 22 | 6 p.m.

Poetry-Writing Workshopswed., apR. 23 | vaRious locations

and times

check nypl.org/worldbooknight for details.

sPECiAL LiTERARY EVEnTs

NYC History Daysat., apR. 5 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

For a full schedule of programs devoted to NYPL’s resources about New York City, visit nypl.org/nychistoryday.

Citizen Cartography @ NYPL Workshops Building a Virtual Atlas of New York

tues., Jan. 7 | 6 p.m.

also: feb. 4, maR. 4, apR. 1 | 6 p.m.

Discovering Local Histories

tues., Jan. 14 | 6 p.m.


Exploring New York’s Past and Present

tues., Jan. 21 | 6 p.m.


GenealogyResearching the History of Your New York City Home

wed., feb. 5 | 6 p.m.

also: apR. 26 | 2 p.m.

Uncovering Your Family History: Researching Vital Records and the Census

thuRs., maR. 6 | 3:15 p.m.

Uncovering Your Family History: Researching Immigration Records

thuRs., maR. 20 | 3:15 p.m.

Uncovering your Family History: Using Handbooks in Genealogy

thuRs., apR. 17 | 3:15 p.m.

More ClassesResearching with E-Resources: Periodicals and Newspapers

thuRs., Jan. 9 | 2 p.m.


Old Books, Rare Books: Learning About the Value of Your Books

wed., Jan. 15 | 3 p.m.


stephen A. schwarzman Building Upcoming Events


fRi., Jan. 24 7 p.m.

James McBride and the Good Lord Bird Band

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new York City Virtual Tour of Jewish Harlemtour guide marty schneit looks at the history of harlem before the renaissance, when the area was home to such residents as richard rogers, harry houdini, and milton berle.

wed., Jan. 15 | 6:30 p.m.

new York City: A Food Biographyauthor andrew f. smith showcases the big apple’s culinary innovations, diversity, and influence over the past 400 years.

thuRs., feb. 20 | 6:30 p.m.

The Routes not Taken: A Trip Through new York City’s Unbuilt subway systemwriter joseph b. raskin delves into the underbelly of the nyc subway system to reveal the tunnels and stations that might have been.

tues., maR. 11 | 6:30 p.m.

The nature of Urban Design: A new York Perspective on Resiliencedesigner alexandros washburn offers a road map for how to redefine the urban design process so that it allows citizens to play a greater role in shaping their cities.

tues., apR. 1 | 6:30 p.m.

Murals of new York Cityartist glenn palmer-smith and photographer joshua mchugh offer an overview of new york’s best public paintings.

mon., apR. 7 | 6:30 p.m.

inside the Dream Palace: The Life and Times of new York’s Legendary Chelsea Hotelauthor sherill tippins charts the history of the chelsea hotel and generations of artists who have lived and created there, including bob dylan, dylan thomas, thomas wolfe, arthur miller, janis joplin, and sid vicious.

thuRs., apR. 10 | 6:30 p.m.

History and Current AffairsPresent shock: When Everything Happens nowmedia theorist douglas rushkoff explores today’s always-on society and how this new temporal landscape influences media, cul-ture, economics, and politics.

wed., Jan. 8 | 6:30 p.m.

Just Babies: The origins of Good and Evilscholar paul bloom discusses his research on babies’ and toddlers’ ability to judge good-ness and to feel guilt and shame.

thuRs., Jan. 30 | 6:30 p.m.

Author @ the Library: Book Talks from health care reform to new york landmarks, there’s something for everyone this season. for the full calendar, visit nypl.org/mml/events.

MiD-MAnHATTAn LiBRARY455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th street)

mid-manhattan library houses nypl’s largest circulating collections, including a vast choice of new books, movies, and music, a collection of older and classic fiction, and selections of large-print books and graphic novels. the non-fiction collections cover everything from art and literature to history and psychology to cookbooks, travel, and more.

the extensive world languages collection offers books, dvds, and periodicals in more than 50 languages. the library is also home to the picture collection, which contains more than 1 million circulating and reference images for artists, students, and researchers.

open every day for more hours than any other nypl location (88 hours a week, with extended 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. hours monday through thursday), the library also presents art exhibitions, numerous computer classes (see page 23), films, and public programs with writers, artists, and scholars.

nypl.org/mml

THERE’s MoRE!

For exhibitions at the schwarzman Building and at Mid-Manhattan Library, see page 14.

lucienne bloch painted the mural The Evolution of Music at george washington high school in 1938. see apr. 7.

Author Talks, Lectures & Classes


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The American Way of Eating journalist tracie m. mcmillan reports on her experiences working undercover at walmart, applebee’s, and on farms in california in order to investigate the nation’s food system.

mon., feb. 10 | 6:30 p.m.

scarcity: Why Having Too Little Means so Much scholar eldar shafir examines how scarcity—and our flawed responses to it—shapes our lives, our society, and our culture.

thuRs., feb. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

Catastrophic Care: How American Healthcare Killed My Father and How to Fix itauthor david goldhill argues that health care reform, including the affordable care act, won’t make care cheaper and improve health.

tues., maR. 4 | 6:30 p.m.

Candy: A Century of Panic and Pleasureauthor samira kawash chronicles the cultural history of candy, how candy became food, and how food became more like candy.

tues., maR. 18 | 6:30 p.m.

Empty Mansions: The Mysterious Life of Huguette Clark and the spending of a Great American Fortune journalist bill dedman reveals the story of eccentric heiress huguette clark, who owned multiple houses but lived in a manhattan hospital for more than a decade.

tues., apR. 22 | 6:30 p.m.

Humor and the ArtsLooking at Ansel Adams: The Photographs and the Manauthor and former adams collaborator andrea g. stillman presents an overview of the famed photographer’s life and work.

tues., Jan. 7 | 6:30 p.m.

The Modern Art Cookbookscholar mary ann caws looks at how artists and writers have eaten, cooked, and depicted food in the visual arts and literature.

mon., Jan. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

How Architecture Works: A Humanist’s Toolkitarchitect and author witold rybczynski discusses how good—and not-so-good—buildings are designed and constructed.

thuRs., maR. 6 | 6:30 p.m.

Comedy in society: satire, Censorship & swearing author david misch explores the relationship between comedy and morality throughout history, from the satirists of ancient rome to The Daily Show.

wed., apR. 23 | 6:30 p.m.

many libraries host monthly book discussion groups led by trained facilitators. the groups are open to anyone who loves books. here are a few to get you started! for the full list, visit nypl.org/bookgroups.

BRonX The Mango Bride by Marivi solivenwest farms library

sat., feb. 1 | 11:30 a.m.

American Creation by Joseph Ellisriverdale library

wed., apR. 16 | 1 p.m.

MAnHATTAnThe Round House by Louise Erdrichbattery park city library

tues., Jan. 21 | 6 p.m.

The Dinner by Herman Kochcountee cullen library

wed., feb. 19 | 6 p.m.

sTATEn isLAnDThe Expats by Chris Pavonest. george library center

sat., apR. 26 | 10:30 a.m.

Read in spanish!the bronx library center and new dorp library also have spanish book groups.

Book Groups at nYPL

story Time for Grown-Ups @ MM hear captivating stories read aloud by librarian lois moore; in february, she focuses on stories for black history month.

eveRy otheR monday, Jan. 13 –apR. 21 | 7 p.m.

eveRy otheR wednesday, Jan. 8 –apR. 16 | 1 p.m.

Mid-Manhattan Library Upcoming Events

Concerts, silent Films, and Discussionsfrom live music to discussions about the performing arts, here’s just a sampling of what’s on this season. for more, visit nypl.org/lpa/events.

ConcertsFantasiespianist sofia melikyan explores the world of dreams and the subconsciousness in music.

sat., Jan. 25 | 2:30 p.m.

Vienna and Parispianist raj bhimani performs works by beethoven, franck, ravel, and roussel.

sat., feb. 1 | 2:30 p.m.

Con Brio EnsembleThe ensemble plays pieces by Schumann, Brahms, and Schubert.

sat., feb. 15 | 2:30 p.m.

Homage: A Program of Music Inspired by Music Pianist Paul Barnes presents old and new works inspired by other pieces of music, including the premiere of a piece by New York composer Victoria Bond.

sat., apR. 5 | 2:30 p.m.

Dance HistoryWar on the HomefrontAuthor Suzanne Carbonneau discusses and screens excerpts of dances by Paul Taylor that explore the nature of war.


Dixieland Jazzthe gotham jazzmen offer weekly concerts.

tuesdays, Jan. 7–apR. 29 | 12 noon

Life Upon the Wicked stage: new Books in the Performing Arts The Real Toscanini: Musicians Reveal the Maestro with Cesare Civetta


Lucille Ball FAQ with James Sheridan and Barry Monush

mon., maR. 3 | 6 p.m.

The new York opera Forum hear concert versions of classic operas by mozart, puccini, wagner, and verdi.

sat., maR. 22 | 12:30 p.m.

sat., Jan. 18, feb. 22, apR. 19 | 1:30 p.m.

silent Clowns Film seriesCelebrate Chaplin’s 125th Birthday! Chaplin at Keystone (1914)

sat., maR. 1 | 2:30 p.m.

Chaplin at Essanay (1915)

sat., maR. 8 | 2:30 p.m.

Chaplin at Mutual (1916–17)

sat., apR. 12 | 2:30 p.m.

songbook @ LPAarts and artists at st. paul, directed by john Znidarsic, presents new music by broadway composers and lyricists.mon., Jan. 27, feb. 24, maR. 31, apR. 21

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LiBRARY FoR THE PERFoRMinG ARTs Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center40 Lincoln Center Plaza

the library for the performing arts (lpa) features one of the world’s most extensive combinations of circulating, reference, and rare archival collections in the fields of music, dance, theater, and film. it is known particu-larly for its large collections of historic record-ings, videotapes, autographed manuscripts, correspondence, sheet music, stage designs, posters, and photographs. the library also presents exhibitions and public programs.

TiCKET PoLiCYtickets for programs in the bruno walter auditorium (except for dixieland jazz) are distributed at the amsterdam avenue entrance an hour before each event. limit one ticket per person; no advance reservations or reserved seats.

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts gratefully acknowledges the leadership support of Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman.

The LPA Cinema Series is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

nypl.org/lpa

THERE’s MoRE!

For exhibitions at the Library for the Performing Arts, see page 15.

Performing Arts & Film


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in a solo recital, pianist sofia melikyan performs pieces in the fantasy genre. see jan. 25.

Performances at the Bronx Library Centerfind your groove, from mariachi to opera. for more, visit nypl.org/blc/events.

many neighborhood libraries show new and classic movies on a weekly or monthly basis. here are a few to get you started! for the full list, visit nypl.org/movies.

BRonX 42west farms library

fRi., feb. 7 | 10 a.m.

wed., feb. 26 | 12 noon

MAnHATTAnnetworkjefferson market library

mon., feb. 24 | 6 p.m.

Divine secrets of the Ya-Ya sisterhoodkips bay library

fRi., maR. 21 | 1 p.m.

The Boxer58th street library

fRi., Jan. 10 | 2 p.m.

sTATEn isLAnDoblivionhuguenot park library

wed., Jan. 15 | 3 p.m.

Music Mariachi Real de Mexico in ConcertThe troupe performs a rich repertoire of mariachi music, which originated in the Mexican state of Jalisco.

sat., Jan. 4 | 2:30 p.m.

A Jazz Concert Harlem’s New Amsterdam Musical Association presents a trio of piano, bass, and drums accompanying a vocalist singing jazz standards.

sat., feb. 8 | 2:30 p.m.

Celia Cruz High School Chamber OrchestraThe borough’s noted music high school performs seasonal selections.

sat., maR. 15 | 2:30 p.m.

Flamenco Music and DanceMembers of Arts Flamenco present a celebration of flamenco music, dance, and culture.

sat., apR. 5 | 2:30 p.m.

The New York Opera Forum The ensemble performs concert versions of classic operas by Mozart, Puccini, Wagner, and Verdi.

satuRdays | 2:30 p.m.

Jan. 11, feb. 15, maR. 29, apR. 26

Staged ReadingTo Kill a MockingbirdActors read scenes from Harper Lee’s novel accompanied by music from the film score of the 1965 screen adaptation.

sat., feb. 1 | 2:30 p.m.

A Division of Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. • Tim Swank, PresidentMovie Licensing USA

A Division of Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. • Tim Swank, PresidentMovie Licensing USA

More Film series

More Music Around nYPLThe new York opera Forum96th street library, manhattan

satuRday | 12 noonmaR. 8

satuRdays | 1 p.m.Jan. 4, feb. 8, apR. 12

see arts flamenco perform on april 5.

Library for the Performing Arts & More Locations Upcoming Events

Before 5 enjoy wednesday book talks and more.

feb. 26, maR. 26, apR. 23 | 2 p.m.

Between the LinesRebecca Walker the author reads from and talks about her debut novel, ADÉ.

mon., Jan. 27 | 6:30 p.m.

Sylviane Dioufthe schomburg center’s curator of digital collections discusses her new book, Slavery’s Exiles: The Story of American Maroons.

thuRs., feb. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

Chimamanda Adichie the author of Half a Yellow Sun discusses her latest novel, Americanah.

thuRs., maR. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

Films at the SchomburgClosure this documentary explores one woman’s experience with transracial adoption. Co-presented by Adoptive Families with Children of African Heritage and Their Friends (AFCAF/NY) and The Donaldson Adoption Institute. Co- sponsored by Families with Children from China New York.

sat., Jan. 25 | 6:30 p.m.

Jamel Shabazz Street Photographera portrait of shabazz’s life and career, this film chronicles hip-hop, street culture, and urban life in new york city over 30 years.

mon., feb. 10 | 6:30 p.m.

First Fridays this monthly social gathering features music, drinks, and exhibition hours until 8 p.m.

Jan. 3, feb. 7, maR. 7, apR. 4 | 6 p.m.

Talks at the SchomburgRacial History of the American Criminal Justice System author michelle alexander discusses her book, The New Jim Crow, with schomburg director khalil gibran muhammad.

tues., feb. 18 | 6:30 p.m.

The New Negro Renaissance Beyond Harlemdavarian baldwin and minkah makalani talk about their book, Escape from New York: The New Negro Renaissance Beyond Harlem.

wed., maR. 5 | 6:30 p.m.

Visually Speaking Kamoinge at 50photographers shawn walker, russell fredricks, and june truesdale of the african-american photographers group kamoinge talk about the collective’s publications and exhibitions over the past five decades.

mon., Jan. 13 | 6:30 p.m.

schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

Discover new Worlds explore current affairs, performing arts, and literature at these ongoing series at the schomburg. for more, visit schomburgcenter.org/events.

sCHoMBURG CEnTER FoR REsEARCH in BLACK CULTURE515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th street)

the schomburg center for research in black culture houses one of the country’s premier research collections of materials document-ing black life and the history and culture of peoples of african descent. a focal point of harlem’s cultural life, the center also serves as a venue for lectures, concerts, films, educational programs, and much more.

PLEAsE REGisTER in ADVAnCE FoR ALL PUBLiC PRoGRAMs: schomburgcenter.eventbrite.com.

Schomburg Center programs and exhibitions are supported in part by the City of New York; the State of New York; the New York City Council Black, Latino and Asian Caucus; the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus; the Rockefeller Foundation Endowment for the Performing Arts; and the Annie E. and Sarah L. Delany Charitable Trusts.

schomburgcenter.org

THERE’s MoRE!

For exhibitions at the schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, see page 15.

Chimamanda Adichie’s novel Americanah was named one of The New York Times’s 10 best books of 2013. see Mar. 13.


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Support the Schomburgthe schomburg society is a member-ship group made up of committed men and women who are passionate about preserving the schomburg’s vital mission. members receive exclusive year-round benefits. for more information, visit schomburgcenter.org/support or call 212.491.2252.

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Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert: Alicia Olatujathe vocalist performs a program that mixes elements of classical, jazz, gospel, and pop music.thuRs., Jan. 16 | 7 p.m.

Black History Musicten musicians perform a poetry-prose drama written and directed by amiri baraka. sat., feb. 8 | 7:30 p.m.

tickets are $25; to order, visit showclix.com or 888-71-tickets or 212.491.2206.

Voices of Crisis: X(cluded)leading muslim voices discuss the role of muslims in the struggle for racial and religious equality at home and abroad.thuRs., feb. 20 | 6:30 p.m.

cosponsored by the new school, which is hosting additional lectures in the voices of crisis series. for details, see schomburgcenter.org/events.

The Malcolm X Museum Annual Commemoration of the Anniversary of the Assassination of Malcolm X/Al-Hajj Malik El-Shabazzfor more information, contact the malcolm x museum at 212.340.8502.fRi., feb. 21 | 6:30 p.m.

Harlem Opera Theatrethe annual salute to black history month features soprano morenike fadayomi and tenor everett suttle under the direction of gregory hopkins.thuRs., feb. 27 | 7:30 p.m.

tickets are $25; to order, visit harlemoperatheater.org or call 212.592.0780.

Carnegie Hall's Neighborhood Concert Series is a program of Weill Music Institute and is sponsored by Target.

sPECiAL EVEnTs!

Upcoming Events

Celebrate Motownto complement the exhibition Motown: The Truth Is a Hit (see page 15), the schomburg center presents discussions on the american music movement.

The Broadway production of Motown The Musical features performers singing classics immortalized by the Jackson Five.

Women’s Jazz Festival

the schomburg’s 21st annual celebra-tion of women musicians and vocalists includes performances by the spelman jazz ensemble and a tribute to the women of jazz and the blues. tickets are $25*; to order, visit showclix.com or call 888.71.tickets or 212.491.2206.

mondays | 7 p.m.

maR. 10, 17, 24, 31

*members of the schomburg society receive a discount on all tickets.

Theater Talks at the SchomburgMotown The Musicalthe cast and production team of the broadway show talk about the theatrical production and celebrate such singers as diana ross and michael jackson.

mon., feb. 24 | 6:30 p.m.

Talks at the Schomburg Motown + Fashiondesigner emilio sosa (esosa) and others explore the history and legacy of motown on the world of fashion.

thuRs., apR. 17 | 6:30 p.m.

Exhibitions: Winter & spring Highlights

Why We Fight: Remembering AiDs Activism thRough apR. 6, 2014sue and edgar wachenheim iii gallery

recognizing the work of all aids activists, Why We Fight focuses on the grassroots response to the epidemic in new york city in the 1980s.

WHY WE FiGHT FiLM sERiEssee five programs of rare, activist films from the library’s archives.

Jan. 8, 29, feb. 5, 19, 26 | 7 p.m. in the schwarzman building

for more Why We Fight–related programs, including how to act up (jan. 14 at 7 p.m.), a discussion about the group’s methods of political engagement, visit nypl.org/whywefight.

ALso on ViEWThe ABC of it: Why Children’s Books MatterthRough maR. 23, 2014

d. samuel and jeane h. gottesman hall

Play Things: 600 Years of Games and other MerrimentsthRough maR. 16, 2014

print and stokes galleries

Rose Family seder BookapR. 11–may 4, 2014

mcgraw rotunda

Heather Dewey-Hagborgstranger Visions: Two ExhibitionsJan. 7–apR. 2, 2014

art wall on third & art in the windows (on view 24/7)

Artist Dialogue feb. 1 | 2:30 p.m.

Gabriel Barcia-Colombosecret society of Forbidden LiteratureJan. 9–may 22, 2014

art in the corner room

What inspires Artists feb. 15 | 2:30 p.m.

for more, visit nypl.org/mml/artists.


Support for The New York Public Library’s Exhibitions Program has

been provided by Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos Exhibitions Fund, and Jonathan Altman.

Additional support for the abc of it has been provided by the

Bertha and Isaac Liberman Foundation, Inc., in memory of

Ruth and Seymour Klein.

play things has been made possible by the continuing generosity of

Miriam and Ira D. Wallach.

stephen A . schwarzman Building

Mid-Manhattan Library

is the Lead Corporate Sponsor of the why we fight exhibition and related programming.

why we fight is made possible through the generosity of Hermes Mallea and Carey Maloney, with additional support from

the LGBT Initiative of The New York Public Library. Time Warner is a founding supporter of the LGBT Initiative.

left: stranger visions installation

for more, visit nypl.org/exhibitions

Feb. 1–July 26, 2014Exhibition Hall

Motown founder Berry Gordy said, “The TRUTH is a hit.” This exhibition traces the story of Motown Records and the Gordy family within the larger narrative of the African-American journey, revealing how the company transcended its origins as an entertainment vehicle to become the voice of an entire generation.

For programs presented in conjunction with The Truth Is a Hit, see page 13.

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funky turns 40Feb. 5–June 14, 2014

Latimer/Edison Gallery

meet the CuratorsLoreen Williamson and Pamela Thomas present an insider’s perspective on Funky Turns 40, which explores the artistry of black animated characters in the late 1960s and early 1970s.Feb. 4 | 7 p.m.

Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! is presented by The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles, California.

Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! is supported in part by the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation.

Additional support for exhibitions has been provided by Judy R. and Alfred A. Rosenberg and the Miriam and Harold Steinberg Foundation.

ladies and gentlemen… the beatles!Feb. 6–may 10, 2014Donald & Mary Oenslager Gallery

This multimedia exhibition marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic band’s arrival in the United States— and the launch of “Beatlemania.” Featuring Beatlesmemorabilia, records, and photographs, Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! documents the tremendous impact the Fab Four had on American society.

Also on vieWpioneering poet of light: photographer florence vandamm & the vandamm studioThrough Feb. 28, 2014

Vincent Astor Gallery

28 great Artists at Work: portraits of the American praemium imperiale laureatesJan. 14–Feb. 22, 2014

Plaza Corridor Gallery

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library for the performing Arts Dorothy AnD leWis b. CullmAn Center | shelby Cullum DAvis museum

schomburg Center for research in black Culture

Northern Trust presents Motown: The Truth Is a Hit in partnership with the Schomburg Center, Motown Museum, and Motown the Musical.

Photo by Bob Bonis www.BobBonis.com © Not Fade Away Gallery.

Photo courtesy of the Motown Museum.

motown: the truth is a hit

After-school programs at the libraryStudents of all ages can explore new ideas and find the help they need in three educational programs at the Library. Groups meet 2 to 3 days a week after school. For more information, ask a librarian at one of the branches listed below or visit nypl.org/afterschool.

innovation labsgrades 10–12Earn high school credit and work with your friends to create blogs, podcasts, and videos that explore community issues. Courses begin in February.

literacy leadersgrades 1–2 First and second graders work one-on-one with trained high school literacy coaches to improve reading comprehen-sion and phonics skills. Courses begin in February.

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enrichment Zonesgrades 1–8Get an academic boost with this customized homework-help program. Tutoring sessions and specialized computer software reinforce key concepts and make learning fun.

Major support for after-school programming is provided by Arthur W. Koenig; the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services; the E.H.A. Foundation Endowment for Literacy Programming; and The Pinkerton Foundation, with additional support from the Estate of Brooke Russell Astor and the Estate of Mary McConnell Bailey.

Kids & teens

What’s your favorite Animal?Children’s book illustrators Nick Bruel, Tom Lichtenheld, and Peter McCarty host a morning of art, animals, and activi-

ties that celebrate their new collaborative picture book.

mAnhAttAnStephen A. Schwarzman BuildingCeleste Bartos Forum

Tues., Jan. 21 | 10:30 a.m.

For more, visit nypl.org/kidslive.KidsLIVE programs are sponsored by the Katerina and

Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

nypl bridgeupgrade 8 Recruiting now! This new after-school mentoring program features academic help, field trips, lectures, and a focus on individual and group projects.

At five locations in the Bronx and Man-hattan. For details, call 212.340.0958 or contact [email protected].

The NYPL BridgeUp Program has been made possible thanks to the Helen Gurley Brown Revocable Trust.

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for teAChers

tAp into booKs AnD more from nypl! Teachers throughout the city can get books and more delivered directly to their schools, thanks to mylibrarynyC, an innovative new partnership between public libraries and the Department of Education made possible by Citi.

Teachers from participating schools can access curated book sets that support the NYC school curriculum; both teachers and students enjoy fine-free borrowing.

To see if your school participates, visit mylibrarynyc.org.

Proud Partner of MyLibraryNYC.

Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services.

Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

Additional support is provided by Beth and Christopher Kojima; the Estate of Charles J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; The Morris and Alma Schapiro Fund; Good Samaritan, Inc.; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; Con Edison; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; Sandra Priest Rose; Mr. and Mrs. George T. Votis; The Walt Disney Company; U.S. Bank Foundation; The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation; and anonymous donors.

far out physicsPerform experiments while learning about speed, momentum, and force.

bronxHunt’s Point Library

Thursdays, Jan. 9–mar. 27 | 4 p.m.

Mott Haven Library

Tuesdays, Jan. 7–mar. 25 | 4 p.m.

mAnhAttAnbloomingdale libraryseleCT mondays,

Jan. 13–mar. 31 | 3:30 p.m.

healthy lifestylesDiscover how the body works and why it is important to make smart choices.

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Jan. 13–mar. 17 | 3:30 p.m.

Art AdventuresBring textures, shapes, lines, and patterns to life in these hands-on workshops!

mAnhAttAn96th Street Library

FrIdays, Jan. 10–apr. 11 | 11 a.m.

modern mastersExplore the mediums, messages, and tech-niques of modern and contemporary artists.

mAnhAttAnBattery Park City Library

wednesdays, Jan. 15–apr. 30 | 4 p.m.

nature DetectivesMeet live animals, play games, and work on fun projects that focus on the natural world.

bronxRiverdale Library

FrIdays, Jan. 10–mar. 28 | 3:30 p.m.

mAnhAttAnHamilton Grange Library

seleCT mondays, Jan. 13–mar. 31 | 4 p.m.

Jefferson Market Library

Tuesdays, Jan. 7–mar. 25 | 3:30 p.m.

Mulberry Street Library

seleCT mondays, Jan. 13–mar. 31 | 4 p.m.

paper bag players WorkshopsMembers of the Paper Bag Players teach young performers the basics of movement, costume creation, and how to make a story funny.

mAnhAttAnHamilton Fish Park Library

FrIdays, Jan. 10–mar. 28 | 3 p.m.

hAnDs-on leArning From crazy chemistry to the wonders of water, learning is serious fun at these after-school workshop series. For ages 5–12. For more information on these programs and others, visit kids.nypl.org.

educational resources


ongoing progrAms for KiDsNYPL offers activities and events for kids at neighborhood branches throughout the week. For details, ask at your branch or visit kids.nypl.org.

baby story timebIrTh–18 monThs

toddler story time18 monThs–3 years

preschool story time3–5 years

early Childhood programs

grades K–6Arts & CraftsCelebrate fall with fun hands-on projects using a variety of materials.

reading AloudHear librarians read favorite stories.

games, Chess & gamingPlay board games of all types, plus Wii, PS3, and Xbox.

Plus:Computers & technology book Discussionsmovies, music & more!

CelebrAte KiDs booKs!Don’t miss the wonderful world of chil-dren’s literature at the Library’s popular exhibition The ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter, on view at the Schwarz-man Building.

Meet the real Winnie-the-Pooh, follow Alice’s adventures in Wonderland, and hang out in the great green room from Goodnight Moon! See page 14.

ChilDren’s Center At 42nd streetA haven for kids and families in the middle of Midtown, the Children’s Center at 42nd Street, in the Schwarz-man Building, is NYPL’s premier children’s room. The bright and welcoming space offers a large collection of books and regular programming for children of all ages, including story hours, science workshops, music, films, and crafts.

For more, visit nypl.org/childrenscenter.

look on the back! Don’t miss our fun, new activities just for kids.

nypl Kids Zone!

nypl’s Andrew heiskell braille and talking book library hosts programs for kids and teens, including story times, arts and crafts, and more. See page 25.

Accessible programs


Kids & teens

Lewis Carroll’s unforgettable Alice comes to life in The ABC of It.


Calling All teens!Neighborhood libraries across NYPL offer an array of programs just for teens every week. For a full calendar, go to nypl.org/teens. Or visit our teen blog, Stuff for the Teen Age, at nypl.org/sta.

teen literACy supportLiteracy Connection is NYPL’s pre-GED program for young adults ages 16–24 who are out of school or unemployed.

Students take classes, receive help from a case manager, and participate in service learning or job-shadowing opportunities. The full-time program begins January 6 and runs for 12 weeks at multiple locations. For details, call 718.579.4208.

teen Advisory groupshomework labsteen book loungesteen moviesArts and Crafts

spoken Word and poetry Computers and technologybook Discussionsgames, Chess, and gamingand more!

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Anime Wednesdayswednesdays | 4 p.m.

Chess Clubmondays | 4 p.m.

Don’t miss!

College fairLearn about financial aid, get tips on tests, and meet representatives from local colleges.wed., apr. 16 | 2 p.m.

grand Concourse library

teen CaféFrIdays | 4 p.m.

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teen Advisory groupone Tuesday a monTh | 4 p.m.

hamilton grange library

tae Kwon Dowednesdays | 3:30 p.m.

pearls for teen girlsevery oTher Tuesday | 5:30 p.m.

stAten islAnDst. george library Center

Web Wednesdayswednesdays | 3:30 p.m.

teen game timeTuesdays and Thursdays | 3:30 p.m.

teen CentersVisit one of NYPL’s special teen hubs to see what’s happening, or check in at your local branch! For a full calendar, visit nypl.org/teens.

teenlive reaches teens culturally, artistically, inspira-tionally, technologi-cally, and more with the biggest, best, and brightest stars.

90-second newbery film festival

Watch clever, short film synopses of winners of this famous book award.

MAnHAttAnStephen A. Schwarzman BuildingCeleste Bartos Forum

saT., mar. 22 | 3:30 p.m.

get the full schedule at nypl.org/teenlive.

TeenLIVE programs are sponsored by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

look on the back! Don’t miss our fun, new activities just for kids.

nypl Kids Zone!



special program!six Weeks to a storyDevelop your own story with Lois Metzger, author of the thriller, A Trick of the Light.

MAnHAttAnJefferson Market Library

wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 12 | 3:30 p.m.

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making talking About yourself easy: your pitch Explore techniques for developing a basic pitch that can be easily modified for any audience with Win Sheffield.

wed., mar. 12 | 6 p.m.

self-Assessment and Career goalsLearn how to assess your individual skills and position them in today’s marketplace with Eileen Sharaga.

FrI., apr. 4 | 12 noon

building your professional network with linkedinGet the tools you need to use LinkedIn for networking and expanding your job search with John Crant.

Tues., apr. 22 | 6 p.m.

Check out John Crant’s other self-recruiter® classes on Jan. 3, 29, Feb. 7, 19, mar. 5, 26, apr. 7

public speaking: from freak-out to funImprove your presentation skills using your natural strengths with Nancy Ancowitz.

wed., apr. 23 | 6 p.m.

Job seArCh progrAmsAdvanced linkedin: Jump-start your CareerLearn advanced techniques to leverage LinkedIn with Rob Hellmann.

Tues., Jan. 21 | 6 p.m.

the indisputable laws to becoming a successful leader and expanding your Career Boost your job search results with strategies from Theodore Henderson.

FrI., Jan. 31 | 12 noon

network your Way into a JobDevelop a new way of networking more confidently with David Lees.

wed., Feb. 5 | 6 p.m.

the essentials of a good resumeGet tips for writing a winning resume with Win Sheffield.

Tues., Feb. 18 | 6 p.m.

staying motivated throughout the Job search process at siblReevaluate your career and job search strategy with Kristina Leonardi.

mon., mar. 10 | 12 noon

science, industry and business libraryFind the career, financial, and business help you need at NYPL. Here’s a sampling of this season’s many programs. For more, visit nypl.org/sibl/events.

Job search, financial planning & small business

there’s more! See page 22 to learn about online video courses available at sibl.


sCienCe, inDustry AnD business librAry (sibl)188 madison Avenue (at 34th street)

NYPL’s Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) is a circulating and research library that features extensive business and finance resources, job search help, and small business support. It houses business, trade, and popular science periodicals, plus premium online business and finance databases.

Visit SIBL’s Job Search Central and Financial Literacy Central for free one-on-one career and financial coaching and counseling. SIBL’s services for start-ups and established small businesses include mentoring by business executives and the New York StartUP! Business Plan Competition.

Financial literacy programming is made possible by the generous support of

nypl.org/sibl

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science, industry and business libraryFind the career, financial, and business help you need at NYPL. Here’s a sampling of this season’s many programs. For more, visit nypl.org/sibl/events.

smAll business progrAms @ siblbusiness legal structures* Learn how to determine which type of entity is most suitable for your business.

Thurs., Jan. 23 | 6 p.m.

Date your leads and marry your Customers with lifecycle marketingExplore best practices in getting prospects to become customers and customers to become lifelong customers with Ramon Ray.

Thurs., Feb. 27 | 6 p.m.

business marketing: low-Cost, effective ideas for your business Find out how to create a successful market-ing strategy using low-cost and free resources with Helena Escalante.

Thurs., mar. 20 | 6 p.m.

the "WoW” factor: the Art of the Killer pitchDiscuss how to craft the "perfect pitch" for any audience with Precious L. Williams.

Thurs., apr. 17 | 6 p.m.

selling to Why: brain-based sellingGet practical tips on how to grow your business with Jeremy Rawitz.

Thurs., apr. 24 | 6 p.m.

*Presented by the IRS

finAnCiAl plAnning progrAms @ siblhealth Care reform: What it means to you

Tues., Jan. 14 | 6 p.m.

tax tips for your 2013 return*

Tues., Feb. 11 | 6 p.m.

optimizing your irA and 401(k)*

Tues., Feb. 25 | 6 p.m.

legal and financial planning and Alzheimer’s Disease

Tues., mar. 18 | 6 p.m.

Credit scores and identity theft: What Can hurt you?*

Tues., apr. 1 | 6 p.m.

*Presented by the Financial Planning Association of New York.

business plan Competition

new york sTarTup! 2014

Win up to $15,000 to start your new business!

last chance to attend an orientation sessionScience, Industry and Business Library

saT., Jan. 11 | 12:30 p.m.

for more, visit nypl.org/bizplan.

Sponsored by Citi Foundation

financial empowerment Day FrI., apr. 25 | 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Classes Mortgages, investments, your parents and their finances, retirement planning, and Social Security

CounselingPrivate 30-minute sessions

Database Demonstrations Personal finance resources

financial fair Information from government agencies

Held in conjunction with the Financial Planning Association of New York.

Job search, financial planning & small business



money mAttersFind more job search and financial planning programs offered at neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

For a full lineup, visit nypl.org/moneymatters.

Career Advisory services expand in the bronx and upper manhattan

NYPL recently expanded its career and job search resources to six new locations across the Bronx, plus one in Upper Manhattan. The new locations are:

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• Hamilton Grange Library

For more, contact Robyn Saunders at [email protected] or 718.579.4260.

more help for Job seeKers

bronx library CenterBLC’s Career, Education and Informa-tion Services offer classes, services, and electronic resources for job seekers and career changers. Get one-on-one coaching, plus resume help and online application support. For more informa-tion, visit nypl.org/blc/jobs.

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nypl techConnectThe New York Public Library’s new TechConnect program offers more than 80 technology classes at libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—all absolutely free!

Computers & tech training

free online ClAsses At the librAryLearn new skills and make yourself more marketable with 2,200 online video courses available free through lynda.com. Available at the science, industry and business library, lynda.com offers beginner to advanced classes on topics that range from new computer programs to project management.

For more, call 917.ASK.NYPL.

beginner ClassesBlogging for BeginnersComputer BasicsDigital Media BasicsE-Mail for BeginnersFacebook BasicsInternet for BeginnersiPad BasicsLearn to TypeMac for BeginnersPC vs. Mac Tablet Buying Guide BasicsWindows 7 Basics

software training MS AccessMS Excel for Beginners & AdvancedMS PowerPoint for Beginners & AdvancedMS PublisherMS Word for BeginnersPhoto Editing for Beginners

e-mail & the internet Advanced E-MailConnecting to the Cloud Create Your Own Website

Downloading NYPL E-BooksGoogle Drive/DocsSkype & Video Chatting

Job search & other ActivitiesFinding a Job OnlineGet Your Resume RightLearn a Language with MangoLinkedIn for Job SeekersOnline BankingSaving and Recovering DataShopping Online

hands-on helpOne-on-One Open Lab

online hoW-to viDeosTechConnect provides an array of instructional videos related to NYPL’s tech training classes at youtube.com/nypltechConnect.

Classes are available for all skill levels and are held throughout the week at most NYPL locations. Learn everything from word processing to photo editing. Start with keyboarding basics and work your way up to creating your own website. Some classes are also taught in Spanish and Chinese. Ask for a schedule at your local library, visit nypl.org/techconnect, or call 917.ASK.NYPL.


Major Support for the Library’s adult literacy, English language programs, and technology training is provided by the Mayor’s Office of Adult Education as part of the New York City Adult Literacy Initiative; Arthur W. Koenig; The Pasculano Foundation; The Lois M. Collier Endowment Fund; The JPB Foundation; the Joseph and Sylvia Slifka Foundation, Inc., and the Federal Workforce Investment Act, Title II funding administered through the New York State Education Department.

Additional support provided by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development; Mr. and Mrs. Arnold M. Goldstein; New York City Center for Economic Opportunity; Altman Foundation; Funding from the Mayor’s Young Men Initiative administered through the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development; the Kagan Fund; New York State Coordinated Outreach Services Program; The Bailey Endowment for English Language Learning Programs; Richard Roth Foundation; New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Library Services grant program; The Staten Island Foundation; Murray G. and Beatrice H. Sherman Charitable Trust; and anonymous donors.

TechConnect is funded in part by Bank of America.


reserve A Computer NYPL has thousands of computers across its 92 locations. Reservations are not required, but can be made up to a day in advance at pcreserve.nypl.org. Each session generally lasts 45 minutes.

Desktop computers provide connections to the Internet, word-processing software, and printing for patrons with a library card. Branches also offer laptops for use at the library on a first come, first served basis. Free Wi-Fi access is available at all locations during library hours.

neW Computers At All librAry loCAtions!To offer even better service to NYPL computer users, the Library has replaced more than 2,600 desktops and laptops and made upgrades to nearly 4,200 additional computers throughout its 92 locations. The hardware and software improvements include a new operating system, up-to-date versions of several web browsers, and such programs as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Quicktime, RealPlayer, Windows Media Player, and more.

The Library is also introducing Macintosh computers to select locations; Mac desktops are available at Mulberry Street Library and Mariners Harbor Library.

other Computer hubsVisit one of these large libraries to find extended hours and numerous public- access computers and computer classes.

bronx library Center310 East Kingsbridge Road

open 9 a.m.–9 p.m. mon.–saT.;

12 noon–6 p.m. sun.

More than 30 computer classes a month, including classes in Spanish

mid-manhattan library455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street)

open 8 a.m.–11 p.m. mon.–Thurs.;

8 a.m.–8 p.m. FrI.; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

saT. & sun.

More than 50 computer and technology classes a month

stephen A. schwarzman building Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street

open 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Tues. & wed.;

10 a.m.–6 p.m. mon. & Thurs.–saT.;

1–5 p.m. sun.

Dedicated Wi-Fi reading room

science, industry and business library 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street)

open 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Tues.–Thurs.;

11 a.m.–6 p.m. mon., FrI. & saT.

Specialized business databases



bronx bronx library Center310 East Kingsbridge Road

mon., Jan. 13 | 12 noon or 6 p.m.

Tues., Jan. 21 | 12 noon or 6 p.m.

Wakefield library (for classes at Wakefield library only)4100 Lowerre Place

Thurs., Jan. 9 | 11 a.m. or 6:30 p.m.

mAnhAttAnharlem library9 West 124th Street

wed., Jan. 15 | 1 p.m. or 6 p.m.

tompkins square library331 East 10th Street

mon., Jan. 13 | 12:30 p.m. or 6 p.m.

stAten islAnDst. george library Center5 Central Avenue

Tues., Jan. 21 | 1 p.m. or 6 p.m.

Winter 2014 informAtion sessions

english & Adult literacy Classes

english ConversAtion groupsESOL students have a chance to perfect pronunciation and hold conversations about current events, New York City, family life, holidays, and much more.

bronx mosholu library mAnhAttAn67th street library

Columbus library

science, industry and business library

Webster library

For more, visit nypl.org/englishconversation.

english ClassesNYPL offers free English classes for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at nearly 30 locations, including all Adult Learning Centers. Classes are offered year-round and run 10 weeks. The winter session starts in January.

To begin, students must attend an information session and schedule an assessment. The next session begins in April 2014 (with information sessions also in April). Space is limited. For a full list of class locations, ask your local librarian, call 917.ASK.NYPL, or visit nypl.org/english.


there’s more! See page 19 to find out about literacy Connection, nypl’s literacy support program for young adults.


Adult literacy ClassesNYPL provides free adult literacy classes and tutoring for adults who speak English but have difficulty reading and writing.

Classes are run on the same 10-week schedule as the ESOL classes. To begin, students must attend an information session (see Winter 2014 Information Sessions, below).

For more, call 917.ASK.NYPL or visit nypl.org/english.


bronx Acting for the fun of it! Morris Park Librarywednesdays, mar. 12–may 7 | 10 a.m.

bronx senior theatrical projectBaychester Librarymondays, Feb. 24–apr. 21 | 1 p.m.

telling stories: yours, theirs, and ours using Digital photographyHunt’s Point LibrarysaTurdays, Jan. 4–mar. 1 | 11 a.m.

Writing through memory: memoir and storytelling Kingsbridge Librarywednesdays, Feb. 5–apr. 2 | 12 noon

mAnhAttAnCan’t toss it? Collage it!Bloomingdale Library

Tuesdays, Jan. 21–mar. 18 | 11 a.m.

Clay sculpture 101 67th Street Librarymondays, apr. 21–Jun. 23 | 11 a.m.

Drawing from experienceInwood Librarymondays, Jan. 27–mar. 31 | 11 a.m.

Drawing from lifeRiverside Librarymondays, mar. 24–may 19 | 10:30 a.m.

i remember When: using storytelling and Collage to turn personal history into ArtKips Bay LibraryTuesdays, mar. 18–may 13 | 1 p.m.

poetry inside out: bridging Cultures through languageSt. Agnes LibraryFrIdays, mar. 21–may 16 | 1 p.m.

stAten islAnDQuilting essentials for beginners and beyondGreat Kills Library mondays, mar. 3–apr. 28 | 11 a.m.

opportunities for the 50+ CommunityNYPL offers an array of activities geared specifically to older adults, including art and fitness classes. Ask a librarian for information about programs at your branch or visit nypl.org/50plus. Here are a few of this season’s highlights.

midlife & beyond

for more information and to register for classes, contact the host library.

finD the help you neeDNYPL strives to meet the needs of all readers, including users who can’t visit in person or have vision or hearing loss.

lArge-print booKsMost libraries carry large-print books. Ask a librarian for more information.

booKs by mAilHomebound patrons can get books and other materials delivered to their homes. See nypl.org/booksbymail for details.

brAille AnD tAlKing booK librAryThe only library of its kind in the city, this branch features free talking books and machines for qualified patrons, braille books and magazines, and accessible programs for all ages.

Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library40 West 20th Street nypl.org/talkingbooks



Art for A lifetime The 2014 classes include chances to explore visual and performing arts classes and writing.


Free library cards are available to anyone who lives, works, attends school, or pays property taxes in New York State. Cards provide access to the Library’s collections, computers and printers, and downloadable e-books, movies, music, and more at nypl.org.

Get an application at any location or begin the process online at nypl.org/librarycard.

Researchers who want to use collections at the Schwarzman Building, the Library for the Performing Arts, the Schomburg Center, and SIBL should visit nypl.org/researchcollections.

To make an appointment with a research specialist, call 917.ASK.NYPL.

library Cards

The New York Public Library is made up of 88 neighborhood branches and four research libraries throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

here are some basics to get you started!

using the library

Desktop computers offer free Internet access for patrons with a valid library card. Sessions usually last for 45 minutes each. Reservations are not required, but can be made up to one day in advance at pcreserve.nypl.org.

All locations offer free Wi-Fi and most branches also lend laptops to patrons for use in the library for designated periods of time.

NYPL offers more than 880,000 free e-books. To download e-books and other materials, visit nypl.org/ebooks.

For downloading help or to find a class on using handheld devices, visit nypl.org/ebookcentral.

For more, check out nypl.org/ ereadingroom.


Computer Access

researchmaterials

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Discover and explore more than 700,000 items from NYPL’s vast and highly visual collections—including photographs, manuscripts, maps, sheet music, video, and more—at digitalcollections.nypl.org.

To buy prints of selected images from NYPL’s archives, visit nytstore.com/nypl.

Digital Collections & prints

All locations will be closed on January 1 and 20, February 17, and April 20.

Ask NYPL, the Library’s virtual reference service, answers questions by phone, text, chat, and e-mail. Call 917.ASK.NYPL or text 66746. To ask a question via chat or e-mail, visit nypl.org/asknypl.

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share your love of the library and make a donation today! nypl relies on both private and public support. your contribution will help nypl continue to provide free programs, computers, and books to patrons of all ages.

Become a friend of the library for as little as $25. You’ll enjoy special benefits such as exhibition previews and dis-counts at the Readers & Writers Shop and on tickets to LIVE from the NYPL.

To join, visit nypl.org/join or call 212.930.0653.

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Dongan hills 1617 Richmond Road 718-351-1444

great Kills 56 Giffords Lane 718-984-6670 +

huguenot park 830 Huguenot Avenue 718-984-4636 +

mariners harbor 206 South Avenue 212-621-0690 +new Dorp 309 New Dorp Lane 718-351-2977

port richmond 75 Bennett Street 718-442-0158

richmondtown 200 Clarke Avenue 718-668-0413

south beach 21–25 Robin Road 718-816-5834 +

st. george library Center 5 Central Avenue 718-442-8560 +stapleton 132 Canal Street 718-727-0427

todt hill–Westerleigh 2550 Victory Boulevard 718-494-1642

tottenville 7430 Amboy Road 718-984-0945 +West new brighton 976 Castleton Avenue 718-442-1416

bronx

Allerton 2740 Barnes Avenue 718-881-4240

baychester 2049 Asch Loop North 718-379-6700 +belmont 610 East 186th Street 718-933-6410

bronx library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road 718-579-4244

Castle hill 947 Castle Hill Avenue 718-824-3838

City island 320 City Island Avenue 718-885-1703

Clason’s point 1215 Morrison Avenue 718-842-1235 +eastchester 1385 East Gun Hill Road 718-653-3292

edenwald 1255 East 233rd Street 718-798-3355

francis martin 2150 University Avenue 718-295-5287

grand Concourse 155 East 173rd Street 718-583-6611 +

high bridge 78 West 168th Street 718-293-7800 +

hunt’s point 877 Southern Blvd. 718-617-0338 +

Jerome park 118 Eames Place 718-549-5200 +

Kingsbridge 291 West 231st Street 718-548-5656 +melrose 910 Morris Avenue 718-588-0110

morris park 985 Morris Park Avenue 718-931-0636

morrisania 610 East 169th Street 718-589-9268

mosholu 285 East 205th Street 718-882-8239 +

mott haven 321 East 140th Street 718-665-4878 +

parkchester 1985 Westchester Avenue 718-829-7830 +

pelham bay 3060 Middletown Road 718-792-6744 +

riverdale 5540 Mosholu Avenue 718-549-1212 +sedgwick 1701 University Avenue 718-731-2074

soundview 660 Soundview Avenue 718-589-0880

spuyten Duyvil 650 West 235th Street 718-796-1202 +throg’s neck 3025 Cross Bronx Expy Ext 718-792-2612

tremont 1866 Washington Avenue 718-299-5177 +van Cortlandt 3874 Sedgwick Avenue 718-543-5150

van nest 2147 Barnes Avenue 718-829-5864

Wakefield 4100 Lowerre Place 718-652-4663

West farms 2085 Honeywell Avenue 718-367-5376

Westchester square 2521 Glebe Avenue 718-863-0436

Woodlawn heights 4355 Katonah Avenue 718-519-9627

Woodstock 761 East 160th Street 718-665-6255

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58th street 127 East 58th Street 212-759-7358

67th street 328 East 67th Street 212-734-1717

96th street 112 East 96th Street 212-289-0908 +115th street 203 West 115th Street 212-666-9393

125th street 224 East 125th Street 212-534-5050 (scheduled to reopen in spring 2014)

Aguilar 174 East 110th Street 212-534-2930 +Andrew heiskell braille and talking book library 40 West 20th Street 212-206-5400

battery park City 175 North End Avenue 212-790-3499 +

bloomingdale 150 West 100th Street 212-222-8030 +Chatham square 33 East Broadway 212-964-6598

Children’s Center at 42nd street Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street 212-621-0208

Columbus 742 Tenth Avenue 212-586-5098 +Countee Cullen 104 West 136th Street 212-491-2070

epiphany 228 East 23rd Street 212-679-2645 + fort Washington 535 West 179th Street 212-927-3533

george bruce 518 West 125th Street 212-662-9727

grand Central 135 East 46th Street 212-621-0670

hamilton fish park 415 East Houston Street 212-673-2290

hamilton grange 503 West 145th Street 212-926-2147 +harlem 9 West 124th Street 212-348-5620

hudson park 66 Leroy Street 212-243-6876

inwood 4790 Broadway 212-942-2445

Jefferson market 425 Avenue of the Americas 212-243-4334

Kips bay 446 Third Avenue 212-683-2520 +macomb’s bridge 2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard

212-281-4900

mid-manhattan library 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street) 212-340-0863

morningside heights 2900 Broadway 212-864-2530 +muhlenberg 209 West 23rd Street 212-924-1585

mulberry street 10 Jersey Street 212-966-3424 +new Amsterdam 9 Murray Street 212-732-8186

nypl for the performing Arts 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (at 65th Street) 917-275-6975

ottendorfer 135 Second Avenue 212-674-0947

riverside 127 Amsterdam Avenue 212-870-1810 +

roosevelt island 524 Main Street 212-308-6243 +schomburg Center for research in black Culture 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street) 212-491-2200

science, industry and business library 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street) 917-275-6975

seward park 192 East Broadway 212-477-6770 +

st. Agnes 444 Amsterdam Avenue 212-877-4380 +stephen A. schwarzman building Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street 917-275-6975

terence Cardinal Cooke–Cathedral 560 Lexington Avenue 212-752-3824

tompkins square 331 East 10th Street 212-228-4747

Washington heights 1000 St. Nicholas Avenue 212-923-6054 (scheduled to reopen in early 2014)

Webster 1465 York Avenue 212-288-5049

yorkville 222 East 79th Street 212-744-5824

All library locations are handicap accessible unless otherwise noted.

Partially accessible Non-accessible Closed for renovation/repair + Return library materials from any branch to an outdoor book drop 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For hours and directions, visit nypl.org/locations.

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photo CreDits

COVER: Clockwise from top left: Guillermo Cano; Chia Messina; Jonathan Blanc; Photo by Bob Bonis www.BobBonis.com © Not Fade Away Gallery.

INSIDE: Peter Aaron: p. 6 (Schwarzman Building); Jonathan Blanc: pp. 3 (Mariners Harbor Library), 4 (children’s books), 5, 8 (Mid-Manhattan), 14 (Why We Fight), 16, 17, 18 (all children; Alice in Wonderland display), 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27; Bob Bonis www.BobBonis.com © Not Fade Away Gallery: p. 15 (top); Ivara Esege: p. 12 (Adichie); Jane Hoffer: p. 18 (Children’s Center); Rick Lew: p. 20 (SIBL interior); Chia Messina: p. 7 (James McBride); Motown Museum: p. 15 (bottom); Joan Marcus for Motown The Musical: p. 13 (top); Dani Piderman: p. 12 (Schomburg Center); Herb Scher: p. 20 (woman reading); Beowulf Sheehan: p. 25 (woman with art).

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great stories never grow oldThe fun-filled activities on this page are inspired by classic books from the Library’s newly released list of 100 great Children’s books, 100 years. For the full list, visit nypl.org/childrens100. Happy reading!

nypl Kids Zone!

Visit kids.nypl.org for more resources for kids, parents, and teachers! Get updates on kids programs by e-mail at nypl.org/now.

KiDs.nypl.org

Discover new books! find the underlined words from these titles featured on our list of great children’s books. how many do you know?

see pages 16–19 for library programs for KiDs and teens!

Did you know? you can visit the reAl Winnie-the-pooh at the library’s exhibition The

ABC of It: Why Children’s Books Matter, through

march 23. see page 14.

For the best kids books from 2013, check out the Library’s picks of 100 great titles for reading and sharing at nypl.org/childrens2013.

the very hungry Caterpillar

Corduroy

madeline

olivia

pippi longstocking

the snowy Day

swimmy

tar beach

Where the Wild things Are

Winnie-the-pooh

Create your own story!think of your own words to fill in the blanks below to create your very own take on classic fairy tales. When you’re done here, keep going on your own piece of paper to finish the story you’ve started—and get your character back home!

Once upon a time, there was a

named who lived in a far, far away in .

One day, found a stone on the ground.

When picked up the stone—whoosh! was whisked

all the way to where there were lots of . . .

(color) (animal)

(funny name) (city or country)

(same name)

(type of house)

(another country) (plural noun)

(same name)

(color)

(size)

(shape)

(same name)

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NYPL Now! Winter 2014