Homeownership Education & Literacy Program
Friday, October 11, 9 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Focused on military service members, veterans and family members, this one day event will help you learn about some of the greatest challenges faced with homeownership. You'll learn about:

Credit and Why it is Important
Managing Your Money
Goal Setting
Banking Services
Establishing and Maintaining Good Credit
Thinking Like a Lender
And so much more!
Breakfast and Lunch is provided. Free and open to the public.

Sponsored by the USA Homeownership Foundation
Adult Game Night at the Library
Friday, October 11, 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. Don't forget our future game nights on the 2nd Friday of each month.

Hispanic Heritage Concert: Gumby Navedo y Su Tumbao
Sunday, October 13, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Don Taft University Center
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Gumby Navedo y Su Tumbao as they perform Charanga Cuban Music, a type of Cuban dance music performed by an ensemble using instruments such as piano, bass, violins, and flutes.

Computer Camp: Blogging for Beginners
Tuesday, October 15, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
First Floor, Children's Computer Lab
Blogging is a great way to share your thoughts with the world. See examples of blogs, learn how to blog, and even create your own for free with Tumblr. You will need an email account to create your blog. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Workshop: Citation Resources
Wednesday, October 16, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Lab A
Learn about library resources that are available to help you cite using APA, MLA, Chicago, or APSA styles.

This workshop will demonstrate how to use citation resources that are available through the library. The following styles will be discussed during the specific times during the workshop:

12:00pm-12:20pm APA
12:20pm-12:40pm MLA
12:40pm-1:00pm Chicago/APSA

(This workshop is repeated on Oct 24.)

Cash Flow – How To Get Out Of The Rat Race
Thursday, September 18 , 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Second Floor, Room 2053
Learn how to manage your money by playing a fun and engaging game and that teaches you skills about investing and budgeting to get out of the rat race!

Register or call 954-262-5477.

Circle of Friends Presents: Books and Brews
Wednesday, October 23, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Alvin Sherman Library
Join us for Preview Day at the 28th Semi-Annual Used Book Sale with thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, and more while enoying a beer! Complimentary Admission for Circle of Friends Members, NSU Faculty, NSU Staff, and NSU Students. Must be 21+ years of age and show prper ID. $25 for non-members. Admissions includes 1 drink ticket. Register online or call 954-262-4593 by October 18th.
Proceeds help fund programs and resources at the NSU Alvin Sherman Library.

28th Semi-Annual Used Book Sale
Wednesday, October 23 - Saturday, October 26
Alvin Sherman Library
Thousands of books at LOW prices! Gently used textbooks, fiction, non-fiction, hardcover, children's books, CDs, video games, and more! Cash and checks only. No scanners allowed on presale day.
Presale Day: Wednesday, October 23, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. NSU Faculty, staff, and Circle of Friends only.
The Used Books Sale will be open to the NSU community as well as the general public:
Thursday, October 24, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday, October 25, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
If you would like more information or to donate items to our book sale, contact the Alvin Sherman Library's Collection Development Department at 954-262-4542.

Women’s Business Conference and Expo
Friday, October 25, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Come listen to engaging speakers at this professional networking and educational event for female business owners, executives and entrepreneurs in Broward County. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

All Write 2019
Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery
Join the Florida chapter of Mystery Writers of America at our library for FREE writing workshops to improve your skills and encourage creativity. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Build It! Make It! Play It! (Grades 1 - 5)
Tuesdays, October 1, 8, 9*, 15, 18*, 22, 29, 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.
*Wednesday, October 9, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
*Friday, October 18, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Raise a Reader @ Sharkey’s Storytime! (Ages 3-5)
Wednesdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
October 2: Fall for the Seasons!
October 9: Out-of-this-world Storytime!
October 16: Uniquely You!
October 23: Woodland Creatures!
October 30: Monster Bash!

Raise a Reader @ Little Minnows Storytime! (Ages 18-36 months)
Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills!

Paco Moreno and Friends: Hispanic Heritage Month Concert for Kids (Ages 6+)
Monday, October 7, 6:30 p.m.- 7:15 p.m.
Musician/Educator Paco Moreno and his young students perform authentic music and dances from Spanish-speaking countries throughout the world.

Little Monster Tales, presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory
Friday, October 18, 10:30 a.m.- 11:20 a.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Get ready for Halloween with delightfully funny stories from children’s books about monsters, children and other squiggly creatures with comedy, puppets, music - even a headless butler who can juggle!

Don’t be afraid! LITTLE MONSTER TALES is the "trick" to make reading a "treat"! This show tickles your funny bone and sends everyone running to the library for more books by the same authors! The program ends with a hilarious monster dance to Thriller.

STEM for Tweens ( Ages 8-12)
Monday, October 21, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First Floor, Room 1017
Explore STEM concepts with awesome activities, excellent experiments, dynamic demonstrations and phenomenal guest presenters. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Wags and Tales (Ages 5-12)
Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.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.

Trick or Treat! Silly, Not-So-Spooky Stories with the Shermanettes
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 a.m.- 11:15 a.m.
First Floor, Public Library Services
Celebrate Halloween with the Shermanettes! This special show is for children of all ages! Enjoy silly, not-so-spooky stories and a trick-or-treat parade! Costumes encouraged.

Teen Takeover - Gaming & Social Meetup
Thursday, October 3, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Come enjoy snacks, games, and crafts, or just hang out in the program room or teen room.

Teen Advisory Board (Ages 13 -18)
Saturday, October 12, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Join this active group and help us plan and implement library programs while having fun and earning community service hours.

Teen Maker Night
Friday, October 18, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Use your creative energy to make fun crafts and projects while celebrating DIY culture. Register online or call 954-262-5477.

Day of the Dead Clay Animation Workshop
Saturday, October 19, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
The Day of the Dead Clay Animation Workshop For Teens, in support of the Florida Day of the Dead Celebration, blThe Day of the Dead Clay Animation Workshop For Teens, in support of the Florida Day of the Dead Celebration, blends the elements of cultural literacy, hands-on art, expanding vocabulary and writing skills through scripting, and a 21st Century technology learning experience that will intrigue and illuminate. Ages 13-18. Registration is required!

Day of the Dead Clay Animation Workshop
Sunday, October 20, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
The Day of the Dead Clay Animation Workshop For Teens, in support of the Florida Day of the Dead Celebration, blThe Day of the Dead Clay Animation Workshop For Teens, in support of the Florida Day of the Dead Celebration, blends the elements of cultural literacy, hands-on art, expanding vocabulary and writing skills through scripting, and a 21st Century technology learning experience that will intrigue and illuminate. Ages 13-18. Registration is required!

Drop In Research Help
Sunday, October, 27, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
First Floor, Program Room 1017
Are you working on a research project or paper? Do you need help finding resources? Writing a thesis? Formatting your works cited page in MLA syle? Drop in for help with any of your research related questions!