All Library locations will close at 5pm on Wednesday, November 27, and will reopen on Saturday, November 30, in observance of Thanksgiving.

Good Rockin's Rhythm & Blues in the French Quarter

Eric Seiferth will discuss rhythm & blues as it relates to the French Quarter and the development of rock ‘n roll through recordings, radio, and live performance. Seiferth is a curator and historian at The Historic New Orleans Collection focusing on 20th-century New Orleans and the musical heritage of the city. Since joining the Collection, he has co-curated a number of exhibitions including "Storyville: Madams and Music," awarded “Exhibition of the Year” by the LEH in 2017, and "New Orleans Medley: Sounds of the City." He is also currently directing the New Orleans Civil Rights Oral History Project, funded in part through a National Park Service Grant. He earned his BA and MA in American history from Tulane University.

Algiers Regional Library

Monday, November 25 from 6pm - 7:45pm

April's Crafty Hands

Knit, crochet, and share ideas. This group also donates blankets and children's accessories to the Louisiana Foster Care organization. For more information, contact Eileen at eryan@tulane.edu.

Milton H. Latter Memorial Library

Tuesday, November 26 from 5pm - 6:30pm

Serving People Experiencing Homelessness

Regi Reyes, public relations coordinator for the Harry Tompson Center, will speak about the Center's work for people who are experiencing homelessness. Reyes is a former volunteer and started working with the Harry Tompson Center in September of 2015. She will speak about the Center's evolution, from when it opened in 1999 as the Pastoral Center, next door to the Immaculate Conception rectory on Baronne Street, to where it operates today at Tulane and Claiborne Avenues, and about the many services the HTC offers today.

Norman Mayer Library

Tuesday, November 26 from 6pm - 7pm

Restore and Relax

Meditation can reduce stress, improve concentration, and help manage emotions. Unplug and unwind in the meeting room with this mid-day meditation session. Register online or call 504-596-2596. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library.

Mid-City Library

Wednesday, November 27 from 12pm - 1pm

Hubbell Library Christmas Tree Sale and Holiday Fest

Get a beautiful, fresh Christmas tree from North Carolina, enjoy a gift market featuring local artists and artisans, and listen to a story at 10:30am, followed by mermaid crafts. When you get your beautiful fresh North Carolina Christmas tree from the Friends of Hubbell, you help support Library programming throughout the year. Various sizes available. Cash & credit card accepted. Free delivery to Algiers Point. Sponsored by the Friends of Hubbell Library.

Cita Dennis Hubbell Library

Saturday, November 30 from 9am - 2pm

Occasionally, event dates and times change. To ensure you are viewing the most current event information, visit nolalibrary.org or contact the Library.

Last Week to Donate Clothing Clothing

Throughout the month of November, all 15 Library locations will serve as drop-off points for clothing donations to benefit Covenant House New Orleans, an organization that provides housing and supportive services to youth facing homelessness.

The following items are needed: new men’s and women’s undergarments, bras, or sports bras; new or gently used winter weather clothing (hats, scarves, gloves, and jackets).