NYPL Connect: Fall into reading with the Library

From the best books of the season to remote after-school activities and more, the Library has you covered this fall! [View in browser]( [Forward]( [Donate]( Get SimplyE, the Library's free e-reader app! [SimplyE on iOS]( [SimplyE on Android]( This fall, the Library has you covered, no matter what you're looking for. Find everything from our top book recommendations of the season to vital career resources and back-to-school activities. This week, we're excited to release our Fall 2020 Staff Picks, curated by our expert librarians and available to download from home or request for pickup at one of our 50 grab-and-go locations. Readers can also check out our exciting lineup of author talks and events, featuring Brit Bennett, Jill Lepore, and more. Plus, families won't want to miss our remote after-school activities, designed to keep kids engaged and supported throughout the academic year. --------------------------------------------------------------- In the Spotlight [Just Released: Fall 2020 Staff Picks]( Just Released: Fall 2020 Staff Picks Need a new read, but don't know where to start? Take advantage of the Library's recommendations with our Fall 2020 Staff Picks—available for reservation through our 50 open grab-and-go locations, or on our free SimplyE e-reader app. Our expert librarians have compiled over 150 titles for adults, teens, and kids, ranging from bestsellers to under-the-radar releases you won't want to miss. [Explore the List]( [Read the Book, Meet the Author: Brit Bennett]( Read the Book, Meet the Author: Brit Bennett Thursday, October 1 | 7 PM Don't miss our conversation with New York Times–bestselling author Brit Bennett, hosted by WNYC's Alison Stewart as part of our Get Lit with All of It book club. Bennett's latest novel is a multigenerational tale that follows mixed-race twins, one who passes as white and the other who lives as a Black woman, and the ties that bind their family together. Download it on SimplyE now to avoid wait times (today's your last chance!) to participate in our librarian-led discussions about the book and tune in for a livestream event with the author herself, where Bennett will discuss The Vanishing Half and take audience questions. Plus, keep an eye out for our next book club pick announcement, coming soon! [Learn More]( [Introducing NYPL After School—Now Online]( Introducing NYPL After School—Now Online Fun and enrichment don't have to stop at the end of the school day, whether in-person or remote. Beginning this week, the Library is proud to present a fresh lineup of free after-school activities and resources for kids from kindergarten through middle school. Check back each week for new activities and videos that will help kids navigate—and enjoy!—remote learning, excel in class with homework help, discover STEAM subjects from home, and discover the array of remote resources available to them through the Library. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- LIVE from NYPL [LIVE from NYPL]( If Then: Jill Lepore with Martine Powers Thursday, October 1 | 8 PM Join The New Yorker writer Jill Lepore to explore just how collecting and manipulating our data became the norm for companies like Facebook, Google, and Cambridge Analytica. Together with The Washington Post's Martine Powers, Lepore discusses her new book, If Then, about one of the first companies in America dedicated to using computer technology to predict and alter the future. [Register]( Bestiary: K-Ming Chang Monday, October 5 | 8 PM K-Ming Chang, a National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree, will discuss her debut novel, Bestiary, in which she blends the fantastical elements of folklore with a queer love story to uncover the myths of home. She will be joined by author Charles Yu to examine this multigenerational story of a family's migration from Taiwan to America. [Register]( All About the Story: Leonard Downie Jr. with Judy Woodruff, Kevin Merida, and Elizabeth Green Thursday, October 8 | 8 PM At a time when journalism's role in political life has never been more critical, legendary Washington Post editor Leonard Downie surveys his 40-plus years searching for the truth at one of the nation's major newspapers. [Register]( All We Can Save: Women at the Forefront of Climate Justice Tuesday, October 13 | 8 PM The debut of All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis brings together leading women in the arts, sciences, journalism, economics, and more to illuminate the future of climate in the United States. Join us as marine biologist and writer Ayana Elizabeth Johnson draws on the wide range of expertise from the book's contributors for an in-depth discussion on one of the world's most pressing issues. [Register]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Back to School [Flor Bromley: Stories of Harvest]( Flor Bromley: Stories of Harvest Tuesday, October 6 | 3:30 PM Join storyteller, musician, and puppeteer Flor Bromley as she shares stories and music from classic children's tales, such as "The Three Sisters" and "The Goose Who Tried to Keep the Summer," to welcome the fall season! [Watch]( [125 Books We Love for Teens: Books to Fit Your Mood]( 125 Books We Love for Teens: Books to Fit Your Mood Have you checked out our latest anniversary list, 125 Books We Love for Teens? It features our favorite YA picks, ranging from classics to new releases. Not sure where to start? Find books on the list to match your mood, whether you’re looking to laugh, cry, or leave your comfort zone behind! [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Your Community [Hispanic Heritage Month at the Library]( Hispanic Heritage Month at the Library Wednesday, September 30 | 6 PM Tune in tonight for an event full of music and celebration in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month with Billboard Award–winner JuanMa Morales of the one-man band Sonido Costeño. Plus, find more special events in the coming weeks and a wide array of resources from the Library to help commemorate and investigate all aspects of Hispanic heritage—from genealogy to LGBTQ history to current popular culture. [Explore]( [Don't Wait Any Longer! Take the Census Today]( Don't Wait Any Longer! Take the Census Today There's no better time than now to complete your 2020 Census. Right now, New York City only has a 60.8% response rate, but we know we can do better! Just answer 10 questions online or by phone, no citizenship questions or mailing code required. Don't wait for New York City to get left behind. Complete the census today—and make sure your friends, family, and neighbors do the same. [Take the Census]( --------------------------------------------------------------- More Resources & Events [Fighting for the Franchise: A Century of Struggle for Voting Rights]( Fighting for the Franchise: A Century of Struggle for Voting Rights Thursday, October 1 | 6:30 PM The ability to vote for elected representatives is supposed to be a hallmark of a democracy, but for most of U.S. history, many have been denied the right to vote. The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture hosts authors Carol Anderson, Ari Berman, Martha S. Jones, and Liz Theoharis for an examination of voter suppression and Black people's protracted struggle to gain, protect, and expand voting rights in this country. [Register]( Doc Chat: Printing the Boston Massacre Thursday, October 1 | 3:30 PM Tune in to tomorrow's episode of Doc Chat, our series exploring the treasures hidden in our collections, to see what one iconic image from the American Revolution can tell us about the rivalry between patriot Paul Revere and Henry Pelham. How did their competition shape the narrative of America's path to independence? Join Liz Covart, host of the award-winning podcast Ben Franklin's World, and NYPL expert Madeleine Viljoen to find out! [Register]( How to Become a Bestselling Author in Two Weeks or Less Thursday, October 1 | 6 PM Dr. Fred Jones will share his method so that you can learn how to become a self-published, bestselling author. He'll share the stage with a panel of first-time authors whose books reached number one on the Amazon bestsellers list. Don't miss the opportunity to ask them all your questions! [Register]( Resume Renovation: Get Your Resume Working for You! Tuesday, October 6 | 6 PM Career coach John Crant discusses how you can edit your resume to make the most out of your experience and be seen as a stand-out candidate during your job search. [Register]( Taking the Mystery Out of Retirement Planning Wednesday, October 7 | 12 Noon Many people have employer-sponsored retirement accounts, but they often don’t understand the benefits. Learn how to take advantage of your plan’s flexibility. Certified financial planner Carol O’Rourke shares retirement planning tips and explores the various types of 401(k) and qualified plans. [Register]( --------------------------------------------------------------- New & Noteworthy [Care & Feeding: Books for New Plant Parents]( Care & Feeding: Books for New Plant Parents Congratulations, it's a...plant! There are many excellent books on helping you learn to be a better plant parent. Here is a list of some to get you started and help your plants thrive. [Learn More]( The Librarian Is In: Getting Ready for Spooky Season Join Rhonda and Frank as they discuss The Black Prince by Iris Murdoch and The Changeling by Victor LaValle. Don't forget to tune in next week for our next book club episode, where Frank and Rhonda will discuss The Turn of the Screw by Henry James, featured on our 125 Books We Love anniversary list. [Learn More]( Inspired By Beyoncé's Black Is King: Creativity from Across the African Diaspora From The Wiz to afrobeat music to books on Afrofuturism, this recommendation list is inspired by Beyoncé's latest project. [Learn More]( Help Us Improve Our Online Resources! With our online resources, you can access everything from the latest issues of popular magazines like The New Yorker and People to scholarly articles and more. Take this brief survey to help us ensure that these—and a host of other tools—are easily accessible to you. It only takes a few minutes! 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