Tag: Alvin Sherman Library

Library Holds Inaugural Donor Recognition Breakfast

On Friday, December 2, 2022, NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library hosted its inaugural Donor Recognition Breakfast. The event was part of the library’s continuing celebration of its 20th year of service to the NSU and the local community.

“The breakfast will be a recurring event held the first week of December going forward,” said James Hutchens, the Vice President for Information Services and University Librarian.

James Hutchens, the Vice President for Information Services and University Librarian, addresses the breakfast attendees.

The breakfast was held in the library’s Adolfo and Marisela Cotilla Gallery, a “beautiful space used to showcase engaging exhibits celebrating themes of belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion,” Hutchens said.

Piya Chayanuwat, Ph.D., Associate University Librarian of Collections and Library Information Systems, addressed the gathering on the never-ending importance of libraries and their bountiful resources.

“Libraries are critical to the fabric of our society,” he said. “The American Library Association cites several examples of the societal role of libraries, showing their positive impact on their local communities, quality of life, and civic engagement.”

Posted 12/11/22

Explore Science in the Time of Conspiracies, Nov. 8

The Farquhar Honors College and the Alvin Sherman Library present “The Open Classroom: The Science of Science.”

Join us for an open discussion on conspiracies surrounding COVID and autism, and the distrust that people of the general public have about the way science progresses.

  • When: Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 12:30 p.m.
  • Where: Cotilla Gallery, Alvin Sherman Library, 2nd floor
  • Free and open to the public
  • Register here

The Open Classroom series features conversations with scholars from various disciplines who share their expertise on important issues and provide insightful perspectives rarely seen in the media.

Posted 11/06/22

Art of Duty Military Veterans’ Exhibit Through Jan. 8, 2023

Art of Duty showcases the talents of post-9/11 military veterans. Join us in celebrating their artwork and achievements. The exhibit is curated by the Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, NSU Military Affairs, and the National Association of Women Artists – Florida Chapter. The exhibit is free and open to the public.

  • Opening Reception: Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 5-7 p.m.
  • Ask the Artist: Monday, November 7, 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Register at lib.nova.edu/gallery

Posted 10/06/22

Library’s Semi-Annual Used Book Sale Returns Oct. 26-29

After a three-year hiatus, the 29th Semi-Annual Used Book Sale is back! Thousands of gently used fiction, nonfiction, hardcover, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and video games will be on sale at incredibly low prices!  Many items will be $5 or less and a great way to add to your own personal collection while supporting your library. Proceeds raised from this event support the “Donald E. Riggs Library Education Assistance Fund”.

  • Wednesday, October 26 | 4–7 p.m. (Presale day for NSU faculty, staff, students and Circle of Friends members only)
  • Thursday, October 27 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Friday, October 28 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Saturday, October 29 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Location: Alvin Sherman Library, Second floor, Cotilla Gallery

Accepted forms of payment: Cash, Check or Credit Card (Visa or MC).

Posted 10/14/22

‘A Day for Children’ Was a Day to Remember on Campus

NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library hosted a wonderfully successful “A Day for Children” event on October 2 at Nova Southeastern University’s Davie campus, offering free and low-cost health and wellness services to children 16 and younger.

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital served as the title sponsor for this year’s annual health literacy event. About 2,000 people participated in A Day for Children, which was emceed by Julie Guy and Tamara G from 101.5 LITE FM. NSU’s Radio X served as the event DJ. Several performers, including KidVision’s Miss Penny and Clifford the Big Red Dog, the South Florida Cloggers, Broward Center Spotlights, the Girl Choir, and This is Improv entertained the audience.

Feeding South Florida distributed food at this year’s event. The organization had about 32 volunteers who worked a total of 96 hours. In total, the organization distributed 10 pallets of produce which is about 7,500 pounds of food. The food items handed were collard greens, tomatoes, apples, zucchini, lettuce, eggplant, sweet potatoes, watermelons, and cucumbers. Free pizza and hot dogs also were served courtesy of Hungry Howies.

For nearly 20 years, more than 100,000 residents have attended the event to receive and learn about basic medical information to help them make informed decisions for their children and families. Health care education and activities for vision, medical, speech, behavior, and dental health as well as physical and occupational therapy was provided through NSU Health Centers. Students and faculty from several of NSU’s colleges and centers held activities for the children attending this event. In addition to NSU Health’s clinical options, there were government agencies such as law enforcement, as well as for-profit and non-profit healthcare options.

Amidst all the activities, dozens of people signed up for library cards and the library gave away about 800 books. Nearly 200 student volunteers assisted during the event, and their efforts were coordinated by NSU faculty member Mark Jaffe.

Posted 10/09/22

Explore Pan-African Religion and Environmentalism, Oct. 11

The Farquhar Honors College and the Alvin Sherman Library present “The Open Classroom: Ancestors, Orishas, and Ocean Conservation: The Rhetoric of (Mami) Water in Afro Diasporic Environmentalist Education in Florida.”

Join us for an open discussion on the connections between African Diasporic Religions and environmentalism and how climate change threatens these connections.

  • When: Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 12:30 pm
  • Where: Cotilla Gallery, Alvin Sherman Library, 2nd floor
  • Free and open to the public
  • Register here

The Open Classroom series features conversations with scholars from various disciplines who share their expertise on important issues and provide insightful perspectives rarely seen in the media.

Posted 10/06/22

Library Presents A Day for Children Event on October 2

KIdVision’s Miss Penny

NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library will be hosting A Day for Children, which offers free and low-cost health and wellness services to children 16 and younger.

This annual health literacy event will be held on Sunday, October 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at NSU’s Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. NSU is proud to have Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital serve as this year’s title sponsor.

For nearly 20 years, more than 100,000 residents have attended the event to receive and learn about basic medical information to help them make informed decisions for their children and families. Health care education and activities for vision, medical, speech, behavior, and dental health as well as physical and occupational therapy will be provided through NSU Health Centers. Students and faculty from several of NSU’s colleges and centers will provide activities for the children attending this event. In addition to NSU Health’s clinical options, there will be government agencies, for-profit and non-profit healthcare options.

Our community’s food security poses an extreme threat to the wellbeing of children and their families. The good news is Feeding South Florida will be distributing food at this year’s event. Free pizza and hot dogs also will be served courtesy of Hungry Howies.

A Day for Children isn’t just informative and impactful, it’s fun! The event will be emceed by Julie Guy and Tamara G from 101.5 LITE FM. NSU’s Radio X will serve as the event DJ. Several performers, including KidVision’s Miss Penny and Clifford the Big Red Dog, the South Florida Cloggers, Broward Center Spotlights, the Girl Choir, and This is Improv, as well as mother and daughter authors Anabelle and Krystal Wallick, will entertain the audience.

Posted 09/25/22

Crossing Borders Exhibit Takes You Around the World June 16 -Aug. 11

Join the Alvin Sherman Library in collaboration with the Khawam Gallery to celebrate the opening of Crossing Borders: Artists from the Middle East & the Americas, an exhibit of art and personal stories of the cultural heritage of immigrant artists from Turkey, Israel, Syria, the UK, Cuba, Haiti, Columbia, and Venezuela. At the reception, you’ll experience “A Taste of the Middle East, and Latin America,” and engage in a facilitated dialogue focusing on building cultural understanding, dispelling stereotypes, and fostering awareness of immigrants from the Middle East, the Americas and beyond with stories of their history in the U.S. This will be shared through videos, photos, and text as it contributes to the American fabric.

Thursday, June 16 at 6:00 p.m. in the Cotilla Gallery on the second floor. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Registration recommended. Register HERE.

Posted 05/26/22

Library Features ‘Krik! Krak! Dance A Story,’ May 14

Be energized by Lucrèce Louisdhon-Louinis in this fun storytelling show that includes live drumming and clapping games for families in English and some French and Haitian-Kreyol.

Celebrate Haitian Heritage month with interactive tales, songs, and rhythms from Haiti on Saturday, May 14 from 2 to 2:40 p.m. at the Alvin Sherman Library Public Library Services on the first floor.

Please note in-person events are subject to cancellation or rescheduling. Online events will continue to be available for a wide variety of topics. Explore our calendar of events: lib.nova.edu/events
This program is generously funded by the Erwin and Barbara Mautner Charitable Foundation.

Posted 05/11/22

Explore Queer History Exhibit at Library Through June 4

In partnership with the Stonewall National Museum & Archives in Fort Lauderdale, the Queer History exhibition explores the LGBTQ civil rights movement from the first part of the 20th century to the present day.

Drawing on Stonewall’s vast archive of more than six million pages of materials, including many serials and publications, we look at a time when it was illegal for gay people to congregate together. We see how in the 1950s the first gay civil rights movement developed, and many people found ways to communicate, network, and support each other. We see the impact of the 1960s cultural revolution on LGBTQ rights which led to the Stonewall uprising in 1969.

The 1970s brought about an age of enlightenment and cultural growth. The 1980s saw a continuation of the fight for legal rights, while at the same time, gay men were confronted with a new and terrifying deadly disease. Despite continued opposition, progress continued, and changes were made to state laws. LGBTQ people began to see success in their professional and personal lives which ultimately led to the US Supreme Court recognizing the right to marry and prevention of discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Visit now until June 4, 2022 in the Cotilla Gallery. For upcoming programs and exhibits, go to lib.nova.edu/gallery

Posted 04/20/22

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