There’s a lot coming up for little learners at New Orleans Public Libraries. Options range from Halloween themes to STEAM activities to adaptive play.
Check out the schedule:
- SPOOKY FUN: Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to a spooky early literacy adventure at Mid-City Library, 4140 Canal St., on Oct. 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Attendees will practice developing early literacy skills with crafts, hands-on activities, and snacks in this Halloween-themed program.
- ADAPTIVE PLAY: Families looking for a welcoming and comfortable space for neurodivergent children are invited to Keller Library, 4300 S. Broad St., every Saturday in October from 10:30 a.m. to noon for sensory play. This smaller and adaptive play and exploration program is accessible to all, including children who are physically and developmentally aged 2-5. Registration is required. Go to nolalibrary.co/sensory-play to sign up.
- FULL STEAM AHEAD: Every Saturday through Nov. 8, children ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to explore science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics at the Little STEAMers series from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Norman Mayer Library, 3001 Gentilly Blvd. Each week will feature a story and an activity that focuses on a different concept. Space is limited. Registration is required at nolalibrary.org/early-lit.
AUTHORS AND AWARDS: Self-published authors can learn how to boost their books’ visibility by submitting them to win awards in a webinar on Oct. 16 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., hosted by the New Orleans Public Library and the Indie Author Project.
Librarian and consultant Tiffany Duck will help writers identify the right awards for their books, prepare a compelling submission and avoid common pitfalls.
Whether you’re a first-time author or a seasoned indie publisher, this session will equip you with the tools to navigate the world of book awards with confidence.
Visit events.nolalibrary.org to register for this virtual event, which will take place on Zoom.
AFRICAN DANCE AND MOVEMENT: Every Tuesday in October, the REACH Center will host a free traditional West African dance class.
Attendees will learn African dance movements, techniques, history, and folklore with Director Myienie Caesar, certified from the Republic of Guinea.
This 1 1/2-hour workshop is open to the public. All ages and levels are welcome. No prior dance experience is required.
On Saturdays in October, the REACH Center will host “Wellness Through Movement,” a fall dance and fitness series from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. October’s theme is hip-hop dancing. In November, attendees will learn chair yoga.
The center is at 2022 St. Bernard Ave., Corpus Christi Building C.
NOBEL PRIZE WINNER: Malala Yousafzai, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, will visit the New Orleans Public Library via Zoom on Oct. 22 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Yousafzai will discuss her memoir, “Finding My Way,” her reintroduction to the world that shares how she navigated life as someone whose darkest moments threatened to define her narrative — while seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is.
Visit nolalibrary.co/malala to register and to submit your questions for the author.
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