Monday, May 20, 2019

This Week at the Library for Adults

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Adult Events

Relax and Restore

Meditation can reduce stress, improve concentration, and help manage emotions. Unplug and unwind in the meeting room with this mid-day meditation session. Registration encouraged. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

Mid-City Library
Wednesday, May 22 from 12pm - 1pm

Mayor's Office Business Information Session

Join this free education and information session on topics relevant to business owners and entrepreneurs, presented by the Mayor’s Office of Community and Economic Development.

East New Orleans Regional Library
Wednesday, May 22 from 1:30pm - 3pm

NAMI: In Our Own Voice

Representatives from the National Alliance on Mental Illness will speak openly about their own experiences with mental illness, with an opportunity for dialogue, questions, and resources. This presentation will provide:
  • An opportunity to hear open and honest perspectives on a highly misunderstood topic.
  • A chance to ask presenters questions, allowing for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and dispelling of stereotypes and misconceptions.
  • The understanding that people with mental health conditions have lives enriched by hopes, dreams, and goals.
  • Information on how to learn more about mental health and get involved with the mental health community.
  • In partnership with NAMI New Orleans. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.
In partnership with NAMI New Orleans. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

Alvar Library
Wednesday, May 22 from 6pm - 8pm

Bingo

It's time to take a moment for yourselves and have some fun. For senior citizens ages 65 & over only. No cash prizes.

Nora Navra Library
Friday, May 24 from 2pm - 3:30pm

Mental Health Matters

For Mental Health Awareness Month, local professionals and organizations will be on hand to provide mental health information and resources. There will be raffle prizes and light refreshments. In partnership with 504HealthNetCatholic Charities Archdiocese of New OrleansDaughters of Charity, Family Service of Greater New OrleansJackson Hands of ChangeMetropolitan Human Services District, and Odyssey House Louisiana. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

Algiers Regional Library
Saturday, May 25 from 11am - 3pm

More Events

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