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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month and the Library has tons of books, movies, programs, and more to help you celebrate.
October 30, 2026
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It’s Spooky Season at the Library
Break out your pumpkins and don your witch hats, it’s that time of year again. From scary stories to creepy crafts, eerie eats, and more, the New Orleans Public Library has everything you need to make the most of spooky season.
October 7, 2026
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Staff Recommendations: Banned Books Week
This Banned Books Week, we’re taking an international look at government censorship and the dangers that come from inhibiting free expression.
October 7, 2026
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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month at the Library
The Library is celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month through Oct. 15 with reading recommendations, events, and more.
September 15, 2026
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Voting Resources
November 2026 elections are around the corner. Get informed with nonpartisan voting resources from the New Orleans Public Library.
August 25, 2026
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19th Amendment: Examining the Louisiana Women’s Suffrage Movement Through Historic Newspapers
Explore controversy during the women’s suffrage movement in Louisiana through a peak into historic newspapers.
August 19, 2026
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Staff Recommendations
Staff Recommendations: Succeed in School with Your Library Card
The New Orleans Public Library has tons of great digital and electronic resources to help students of all ages succeed in school this year. Check out some of our staff favorites.
August 5, 2026
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House of Schlock: Christmas in July with Dr. M. A. Dewey
Dr. M.A. Dewey is celebrating Christmas in July with a special screening of the 1964 cult classic “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians.”
July 23, 2026
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Beyond Juneteenth: The Road to Emancipation
As we celebrate Juneteenth, African American Resource Librarian Kim Coleman presents a timeline to better understand the road to emancipation.
June 18, 2026
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Celebrate Pride Month with the Library
Celebrate Pride Month with events, activities, and reading recommendations from the New Orleans Public Library.
May 28, 2026
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