At the Pratt—programs and exhibits at neighborhood branches

EXHIBIT
“Sisters, Soldiers: Black Women and the Modern Military.” An exhibit exploring the role African American women have played in the military since the Civil War. Presented in partnership with the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture. Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Ave., through December 15.
PROGRAMS
Wednesday, November 11
All Pratt libraries are closed for Veterans Day.
Thursday, November 12
The Knitting and Crocheting Circle. For people of all skill levels, an interactive exchange of ideas and tips. Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Rd., 2 p.m.
Just for Teens: Wii Play Tournament. Call 410-396-1168 to register. Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Rd., 4 p.m.
Meeting, Friends of the Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue, 6:30 p.m.
Sheilah Kast and Jim Rosapepe talk about their new book, “Dracula is Dead: How Romanians Survived Communism, Ended It, and Emerged Since 1989 as the New Italy.” Central Library, Poe Room, 400 Cathedral St., 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 14
Children’s Book Celebration Extravaganza, the beginning of a week of family programs celebrating the Coretta Scott King awards honoring African American authors and illustrators. 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Central Library, 400 Cathedral St.
Meet illustrator Floyd Cooper, winner of the 2009 Coretta Scott King award for “The Blacker the Berry,” noon – 1 p.m., Meyerhoff Children’s Garden.
How to Start and Finance a Business, presented by representatives from the Small Business Administration. Herring Run Branch, 3801 Erdman Ave., 11 a.m.
Saturday Storytime. Stories and a craft for the whole family. Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Ave., 11:30 a.m.
Epilepsy Awareness Month. Representatives from the Epilepsy Foundation talk about this disorder – symptoms, treatment options, and how to deal with seizures. Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Ave., 1 p.m.
Film: “Tekkon Kinkreet,” based on the 1993 manga by Taiyo Matsumoto. Directed by Michael Arias, 2006. In Japanese with English subtitles. Central Library, Wheeler Auditorium, 400 Cathedral St., 2 p.m.
Tuesday, November 17
Online Job Application Tutorial. Practice filling out an online job application. Call 410-396-5317 to register. Central Library, 400 Cathedral St., 10 a.m.
Live Music: The Social Security Chorus performs show tunes, rock ‘n roll hits and popular holiday songs. Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Ave., 10:30 a.m.
Just for Teens: DTLR Book Discussion. Read and discuss “Ender’s Game” by Orson Scott Card. Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Ave., 4 p.m.
Wednesday, November 18
Meet the Author: Steve Luxenberg talks about his book, “Annie’s Ghost: A Journey Into a Family Secret.” Brooklyn Branch, 300 E. Patapsco Ave., 6:30 p.m.
Pratt Advisory Council meets in the Poe Room of the Central Library, 400 Cathedral St., 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, November 19
Just for Teens: Wii Open Play. Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Ave., 5 p.m.
Just for Teens: Ice Cream Social. Hang out with friends while enjoying ice cream. Orleans Street Branch, 1303 Orleans St., 6 p.m.
Native Americans: Maryland’s First Residents. Jeff Korman, Manager of the Central Library’s Maryland Department, talks about Maryland’s Native Americans, how they lived and interacted with early explorers and settlers of the Chesapeake. Light Street Branch, 1251 Light St., 6:30 p.m.