Events & Programs

Don't miss our fall open house. Meet the Library staff, learn about our services and our collection. Take a behind-the-scene tour of the Library, browse the library's adult and children's collection, take advantage of a special book sale while enjoying popcorn and beverages, and enter a raffle for movie tickets.

Plus... An afternoon of learning and fun:

Need help searching our catalog or need reference help?
Drop by the reference desk and learn how to find reserve materials, journal articles online, books, subject guides on your topic of research, and how to manage your citations.

ART ON VIEW: Meet the artist 13h30 - 14h30 & 17h00 - 18h00
Explore the exhibit Otherness: Outside the Borders intertwining and overlapping Latin letters, English words and Arabic writing with artist and calligrapher Abdessatar Jmei.

Behind-the-Scenes Tours: 14h30, 15h30 and 16h30
Learn more about the history of The American Library in Paris and get the scoop on what else goes on in the Library beyond public view. There is more to the Library than meets the eye!

In the Research Center: Calligraphy workshop 15h00 - 16h30 (ages 8-12)
Discover the world of artist and calligrapher Abdessatar Jmei. Make your own ink and learn the basics of calligraphy. Parents welcome to join in!

In the Children's Room: Throughout the afternoon, drop in and meet acting children's librarian Celeste Rhoads. Discover the world of books, DVDs and programs available for kids and teens.

Find out how you can use the Library and how to become a member. Join us!