This Week at the Library for Adults

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How to Buy a Home: An All About Housing Workshop

Are you interested in buying a home, but don’t know where to start? Are you concerned about your credit score or the lack of funds to make a down payment? This homebuyer education class is for you. Get more information here.

About the series: Whether you rent or own, housing is an issue that affects us all. The All About Housing series will provide information on first-time homebuying, fair housing training for landlords, and fair housing rights for renters.

Nora Navra Library

Monday, March 9 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm

JOB1 Career Solutions at Your Library

Looking for employment or skills training? Let JOB1 make the connection. Staff will be on hand to connect you to resources and opportunities. Assistance provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Get more information here.

In partnership with the JOB1 Office of Workforce Development and the City of New Orleans Office of Youth and Families.

Algiers Regional Library

Tuesday, March 10 from 10am - 2pm

East New Orleans Regional Library

Wednesday, March 11 from 10am - 2pm

Everyday Hustling: A Financial Fitness Workshop

Led by Deneka Vallius of Tulane Canal Neighborhood Development Corporation and Capital One, this series will teach the importance of saving, budgeting, investing, and credit & financial independence. Get more information and register here.

Nora Navra Library

Tuesday, March 10 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Celebrating the 19th Amendment Centennial Movie & Discussion

Honor 100 years of women's constitutional right to vote by screening a film about Shirley Chisholm’s 1972 presidential run, followed by a discussion.

Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center

Wednesday, March 11 from 6pm - 7:30pm

Equity in Entrepreneurship: Business Start Up

Nearly 8 out of 10 women-owned businesses launched in the last 9 years were started by women of color. SCORE New Orleans' class targets this growing group of entrepreneurs. Get more information here.

Norman Mayer Library

Thursday, March 12 from 6pm - 7:30pm

Women Artists In New Orleans

In celebration of Women's History Month, Judith Bonner, senior curator and curator of art for The Historic New Orleans Collection, will discuss the history of women artists in New Orleans.

Nix Library

Friday, March 13 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Count on Libraries

On March 12, the United States will begin the process of counting every person living in the nation. It's important, and the Library is here to help. Complete your online census at the Library, get information about the process and its effects, and more. Ask a staff member to get started.

Ask About the Census

Are you interested in getting paid as a census taker? Do you have questions about the census? Get the answers at personalized, one-on-one educational drop-ins.

Alvar Library
Tuesdays from 3pm - 5pm and Thursdays from 11am - 1pm through April 2

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Thursdays from 5pm - 7pm and Saturdays from 1pm - 3pm through April 30

Census Social

April 1 is Census Day. Celebrate with a social hour. A census expert will present information and answer questions about the 2020 census. Complimentary snacks and drinks provided.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Wednesday, April 1 from 6pm - 7pm