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It is my pleasure to welcome you to our Circle of Friends. Since May 5, 1999, the Circle of Friends has been instrumental in supporting the intellectual and cultural resources of the Alvin Sherman Library on Nova Southeastern University’s main campus. At its core, this support has helped create a unique and distinctive cultural center for Broward County residents and the NSU community. Through initiative and creative visioning, the Circle of Friends has helped the Alvin Sherman Library in many ways:

  • Supported materials for library autism program
  • Launched a genealogy collection
  • Expanded and enhanced our academic collections
  • Funded capital expenditures
  • Acquired world class artwork and glass sculptures

Our members enjoy a wide array of programs and events designed to entertain, inspire and support the world of information and education. These events range from bestselling authors, internationally renowned musicians to world leaders…and we like to hold them at our state of the art facility, one of the largest library building in the State of Florida. As a matter of fact, our concerts are held in our majestic five-story, acoustically perfect atrium at the Alvin Sherman Library!

So, come visit us and be part of our Circle of Friends. Find out how much more a library adds to your life and the Broward and Metropolitan South Florida Communities. I look forward to meeting you!

Sincerely,

Ray Ballotta - President
Circle of Friends of the Alvin Sherman Library

Thanks for Giving

To Marianne Ferro

Marianne Ferro (right) with Ann Leon The Ferro Arts Series, Live at the Sherman Library, established in 2007 with a generous gift from Board Member Marianne Ferro, gives children a fun interactive experience in the library with free innovative programs in the arts. The series continues on Saturday,  February 11, 2012 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Live at the Sherman Library! Sherlock Holmes & the Opera Mystery: Atlantic Coast Theatre for Youth (All ages with caregiver)

To Ann Porterfield

Ann Porterfield, a long-time Circle of Friends member, has made a generous donation  to support collection development in the area of Exercise and Sport Science, which is one of the new curriculum areas at NSU.

If you are interested in making a contribution or naming opportunities at the Alvin Sherman Library, please contact Elaine Blattner, Director of Development - South Florida at (954) 262-2409 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Databases

One of the many benefits created by  the joint-use agreement between Nova Southeastern University and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners is the ability to access the Alvin Sherman Library's many resources including its more than 300 electronic databases. These databases provide a wide array of information that can help you personally and professionally.  Out of the 300 electronic databases, 130  can be accessed remotely 24/7 from your home or office computer or mobile device.   Click here for a list of these remote databases. Click here for a list of all databases available from the Library.   You must use an Alvin Sherman Library card to access our electronic databases. Anyone living, working or going to school in Broward County can apply online or at our first floor circulation desk for a card.