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Two internationally renowned performers – cellist Evan Drachman and pianist Richard Dowling – will be in Metairie on Tuesday, December 13 at 7pm Show at East Shore Regional Library at 4747 W Napoleon Blvd.
Drachman received his BMA from the Curtis Institute of Music in 1988. In 1997, at the invitation of Mstislav Rostropovich, Drachman traveled to Russia as a soloist with the St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Rostropovich. He established the Piatigorsky Foundation in 1990 in memory of his grandfather, Gregor Piatigorsky, who believed in the healing and inspiring power of classical music.
Dowling has been a member of the Piatigorsky Foundation’s roster of artists since 1994 and has given nearly 1,200 recitals in 23 states as a soloist and with Drachman and other Piatigorsky artists. Career highlights include a sold-out New York Orchestra debut at Lincoln Center, a recital at Carnegie Hall, and a special award from the American Music Club Federation for excellence in American music .
More December music events include:
- December 13th at 7pm: Piatigorski concert. Internationally renowned performers Evan Drachmann, cellist, and Richard Dowling, pianist.
- December 14th at 7pm: American Legion Post 377 Band. The band performs standard and festival music.
- December 15th at 7pm: New Aurora Saxophone Ensemble. The saxophone-only group played a variety of tunes.
- December 19th at 7pm: Presented by Mike Scorsone. Musician and teacher Scorsone brings an evening of music for young performers.
- December 20 at 1pm: memory channel. Jean, Richard and Sam play holiday music and popular tunes.
- December 22nd at 7pm: Jefferson Parish Community Band. The band of around 50 musicians returns with a full musical program for all ages.
Children’s Book Festival: “Writing Louisiana for Everyone” is the theme for the 2022 Holiday Children’s Book Festival, which will be held at the East Shore Regional Library on Wednesday, December 7 from 6-8 pm.
The theme reflects the growing diversity of characters and plots in children’s literature by New Orleans authors, and why it is important for children to experience characters, plots, and dialogue different from the ones they already know.
Susan Larson, host of WWNO’s “Life of Reading”
Susan Larson will host a panel featuring three local children’s authors: Chris Clarkson, Marti Dumas and Johannette Downing (Johnette Downing).
Larson is the host of the WWNO-FM radio show “The Reading Life” and the author of “The Reader’s Guide to New Orleans.” From 1988 to 2009, she was the book editor for The New Orleans Times-Picayune.
In 2007, she received the Louisiana Humanities Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the literary community.
Children’s book author Marti Dumas in New Orleans on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. (Photo: Chris Granger | The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate)
Dumas is a mother, teacher, author and creative entrepreneur from New Orleans. An expert in child literacy, Dumas has spent the past 15 years working with children and teachers across the country to promote an early love of reading. Her bestselling “Jaden Toussaint, the Greatest” series combines literacy with STEM skills and humor.
Chris Clarkson
Clarkson, whose debut novel was “That Night in Frenchman Street,” received a BA in English Literature from the University of Maryland. He serves as an outreach coordinator and regularly assists with diversity initiatives.
Roots musician Johnette Downing is the author of a series of children’s books.
New Orleans native Downing, an award-winning singer, musician, composer, author and poet, presents Louisiana Roots concerts and author visits for children, as well as keynotes and workshops for educators worldwide .
Her presentations about children’s interests in an engaging, interactive, educational, entertaining and culturally respectful manner have earned her the reputation of a “Children’s Music Ambassador” and “Piper of the Louisiana Musical Tradition.”
Many other children’s authors will be in attendance to discuss and sell books. They include: Karen Konnerth, Denise Walter-McConduit, Shannon Kelley Atwater, Laura Roach Dragon, Gary Alipio, MH Herlong, Leah Eskine, Laura Michaud, Michelle D. Jackson, Gideon Hodge, Anthony Figaro, Louie Duet and more.
Free computer help: Northstar Digital Literacy is a service that defines the essential skills needed to perform tasks on a computer and online, and library patrons can access its instructional modules.
“People without basic computer literacy are at a disadvantage when looking for jobs because employers expect basic computer skills for most jobs, including many entry-level positions,” said Jefferson Parish Librarian Jessica Stynes. “We joined Northstar because it will help our customers have a better chance of finding a job and being successful.”
The online self-directed module assesses an individual’s ability to perform tasks based on these skills. These include basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in three main areas:
- Basic computer skills (basic computer skills, Internet basics, using email, Windows, Mac OS).
- Basic software skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Use technology in everyday life (social media, information literacy, and creative job search).
JPL patrons can take the test online at www.digitalliteracyassessments.org. At the end of each test, users receive a page of results listing skills learned and areas for improvement.
The modules are based on a basic set of benchmarks of computing competence. These standards help ensure that computing courses teach adult learners the skills they need to succeed in the workplace.
To gain a certificate for one or more modules, adults must take the exam at an approved exam venue in a supervised environment.
Basic computer skills classes at the East Shore Regional Library (4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie) include:
- December 7th 10am-noon: Internet Basics
- Dec. 12, 10am-noon: Basic computer skills
- December 14th 10am-11:30am: basic computer skills
- December 19, 10am-noon: Microsoft Excel
- December 19, 2pm-4pm: Microsoft Word
- December 29, 10am-11:30am: Internet Basics
Basic computer skills classes at West Bank Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey include:
- December 9, 10am-noon: Microsoft Word
- December 16, 10am-noon: Microsoft Excel
- December 20th 10am-noon: basic computer skills
December Book Club: Below is a synopsis of upcoming book club discussions at East and West Coast libraries.
“I’m not crazy” Lakisha Johnson: 6:12 p.m., Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road, Marrero.
“Wild Seeds” By Octavia Butler: December 12, 6:30pm to 7:30pm, Rosedale Library, 4036 Jefferson Highway.
“Gigi and the Cat” Colette: Dec. 12, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., East Shore Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie
Reader’s Choice: December 14, 6-7 pm, West Shore Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey. Read any book, bring it to the event, and be ready for a discussion.
“Four Winds” By Kristin Hannah: December 20, 2:30pm-4pm, Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Road.
“Look Home, Angel” By Thomas Wolfe: December 20, 7-8 pm, East Shore Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie.
“Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow” By Gabrielle Zevin: December 21, 10:30am-12:30pm, Gretna Library, 102 Gretna Willow Drive.
“Catherine de’ Medici” By Leonie Frieda: Tuesday, December 27, 1pm-2pm, Live Oak Library, 125 Acadia Drive, Waggaman.
Chris Smith is the Adult Programs Manager at the Jefferson Parish Public Library.
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