Image of Director of Libraries Sonal Rastogi, wearing a blue blouse and sitting in front of a plant.

From the Director's Chair...

This November, cozy up with a good book at Norfolk Public Library! We have many wonderful events lined up, including Homemade for the Holidays, where you can spread love and craft a gift from the heart. November is also Native American Heritage Month, and we encourage you to visit our website for a select list of books and videos that will help you learn more about Native American culture and history. Sonal Rastogi

A person in a red plaid shirt and black beanie cooks over a pot on a portable stove in a classroom. Nearby are cooking ingredients on a table.

Elderly person wearing a colorful traditional shawl stands proudly in a wheat field under a blue sky. The Book title is "Project 562: Changing the Way We See Native America."

NAHM Facts in a Flash

Nov. 1-30

All November we'll be making special posts on Instagram, Facebook and X (Twitter) to share fascinating facts on various Native American cultures and peoples. Together, we'll celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning. Keep an eye out for hashtag #NAHMFactsinaflash2025 when looking through our social media channels!

Christmas card remix flyer with festive card designs, promoting an event at Mary D. Pretlow Library on Saturday, Nov. 15 at noon. Contact info included.

The Soul of Langston flyer that shows event details: final performance on Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Attucks Theatre, featuring Daron P. Stewart. Colorful background with logos

What's happening!

Native American Life Now...and Then

Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. - noon

Join educators from the Eastern Division of the Chickahominy Indian Tribe at The Downtown Branch at Slover as they share an authentic display of artifacts, tools and other items made by Chickahominy Tribe members—that are still used today! Register at norfolk.libcal.com.

Author Chat and Paint

Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 3-5 p.m.

Local author Roze Worrell is doing a short reading and chat about her book, "Hearts: Finding Unexpected Signs of Hope, Comfort, and Joy." at Blyden Branch! After, you can customize a glass tumbler by painting your chosen life symbol(s). Two copies of the author’s book will be raffled to patrons in attendance. Register at norfolk.libcal.com.

Native American Heritage Month Celebration

Saturday, Nov. 22 from noon-2 p.m.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch with a screening of Mankiller (2017, NR). This true story about Wilma Mankiller, an advocate for women and Native Americans, showcases how she defied all odds to become the Cherokee Nation's first female principal chief. Refreshments will be served!

Thrill Me Book Club

Tuesday, Nov. 25 from 3-4 p.m.

Check out this month's pick at Blyden Branch, "The Perfect Ruin" by Shanora Williams. In this captivating story, the author to investigates both the glamorous—and dark sides—of Miami. Nothing is what it seems in this twisted story when one wronged woman seeks to destroy the seemingly perfect life of one of the city’s most revered socialites! (Ages 16+)

Charmed Tassels: Earring Making Workshop

Saturday, Nov. 29 from 1-2 p.m.

Visit Richard A. Tucker Memorial and learn how to make two different types of tassels and combine them with charms to create your own earrings!

Book Recommendations

Banner for Native American Heritage Month featuring a selection of book covers. Text highlights the celebration of Native American culture and history in November.

Community Outreach

Where We're Going in November!

Graphic image: For more information about Community Outreach, contact Rebecca Davis Rebecca.davis@norfolk.gov | 757-664-7328 ext. 314

Looking Forward!

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Winter Holiday Musical Concert

Visit Richard A. Tucker Memorial for a concert featuring choirs and local musicians on Saturday, Dec. 13!

Merry Market

Get in the holiday spirit on Saturday, Dec. 13 at Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch! Make and buy art from several local artists and celebrate the season with crafts!

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