The endless possibility of creativity starts @SloverLibrary's Maker Studio! From sewing to 3-D printing and scanning and soldering stations, The Maker Studio has something for everyone! Experience innovation at your fingertips. Learn more at: sloverlibrary.com/maker-studio

The Slover will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 9 a.m.

#NorfolkVA City offices are closed Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, including NorfolkPublicLibrary & @SloverLibrary, rec centers, Norfolk Animal Care Center, courthouse, Commissioner of Revenue, Treasurer's Office & Norfolk Dept. of Public Health. ➡️ tinyurl.com/mrx26vhx

Mark your calendars for our second annual Essence of Heart & Soul Festival! NPL is partnering with Tidewater Waves, Noir Art, Made in Norfolk, CLTRE VGN JT and the Business Center at Slover for a celebration of Black history, culture and art.

Today, The Slover pays tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a champion who fought tirelessly for justice, equality, and peace. On #MLKDay, let's draw inspiration from his legacy, working towards a world where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Don't miss our panel discussion on "The State of Black Businesses in the 757" as part of Norfolk Public Library’s Essence of Heart & Soul Festival. Mark your calendars and join us for two sessions in Room 375 on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. NorfolkPublicLibrary

Did you know? NorfolkPublicLibrary has memory kits available at Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch for those with memory loss or dementia-related illness courtesy of the Hampton Roads Community Foundation. Call for details: 757-823-4800

SAVE THE DATE for the 2nd Annual Essence of Heart & Soul Festival, a celebration of Black history, culture and art at the Downtown Branch @SloverLibrary ! 🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 10 🕰️ 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. ☎️ (757) 431-7491 📍 Downtown Branch at Slover (235 E. Plume St.)

Your business network is about to expand! Join us for our quarterly Business Resource Workshop on Thursday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to noon. Connect like-minded business professionals for tips and resources like Dyteya Lewis and Nikki Southall from the City of Norfolk.

Join us at The Slover on Feb. 22 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 650 for a lecture and book signing with Dr. Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander on "Exploring Virginia's Waterways and the Underground Railroad." Register now at bit.ly/3OCgQEv. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

During Black History Month, The Slover recognizes the diversity that strengthens the Norfolk community. Let's honor the achievements of the trailblazers and visionaries who have shaped our history #together and take steps toward #unity and understanding.

Did you know? Your Norfolk Public Library card gives you access to FREE business tools and resources like Gale Business: Plan Builder. Learn more about this valuable database at bit.ly/3ThMFFM.

Sign up for one-on-one consultations at the Roy E. Hendrix Business Center with our expert, Tonya Fentress. 🗓️ She is available for appointments Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Book now! 📧 Email: [email protected]., or 📞 Call (757) 431-7473. #Goals

Longing for those sun-kissed balcony days? Us too! Warmer days are coming! Plan your springtime escape to The Slover, where sunshine and breathtaking views of downtown Norfolk await on our 3rd and 6th-floor terraces. Learn more at sloverlibrary.com/events. #Venue #events

Registration is now open through 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23. Join Rosie Riveters for a free hands-on, project-based STEM program! Participants explore everything from circuits & physics to chemistry & coding. Go to norfolk.gov/RosieRiveters #rosieriveters City of Norfolk, VA @SloverLibrary

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Slover will be closed on Monday, Feb. 19, in observance of Washington's Birthday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 9 a.m.

It's time to achieve your #EntrepreneurialGoals! Sign up for one-on-one consultations at the Roy E. Hendrix Business Center. Appointments are available Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Book now! Email: [email protected] or call (757) 431-7473.

Dreams do come true! Kevin Tomas' dream of owning his own business became a reality with the tools and resources within The Slover Business Center. For more information, visit norfolk.gov/BusinessCenter