September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

September is Library Card Sign-up Month! This year, we are truly excited to feature author and artist Denise Gallagher’s whimsical art on our limited-edition library art card.

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Storytime with Denise Gallagher: Alternate Route Due to Downtown 8K

September is Library Card Sign-up Month! Join us this Saturday, September 23 at 10:30 am in the Main Library for a special guest storytime with this year’s selected artist, Denise Gallagher. She has created our 2023 limited-edition library art card. Recommended for families with children Ages 2 – 6; no registration is required for this special storytime!

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AcA Adds Free Family Admission to Library Museum Pass Program
AcA Adds Free Family Admission to Library Museum Pass Program

Join us at the Center! The Acadiana Center for the Arts (AcA) is now part of our Library Museum Pass program. You may call any library location to reserve a pass, or visit one of …

LPL Makerspace: Open Access Hours
LPL Makerspace: Open Access Hours

Makerspace Open access time allows patrons to explore and experiment as they independently work on projects of their choosing. Self-guided online tutorials are available for most applications. For more information about the Makerspaces and a …

Fabricadabra!
Fabricadabra!

 Learn the “magic” of sewing while watching these YouTube tutorials and making small, beginner projects! Ages 14 & up.

Book Buddy Grab & Go
Book Buddy Grab & Go

Stop by East Regional Library or West Regional Library to pick up a craft based on your favorite book characters. While you’re there, be sure to grab a book or two to read with your new …

Bistro Disc Coasters
Bistro Disc Coasters

Pick up a kit containing materials, while supplies last, to make two coasters made of CDs or DVDs

Tech Assistance by Appointment
Tech Assistance by Appointment

Have a technology question? Have a device and want to learn how to use it? Tech Assistance to the rescue!

Makerspace Grab & Go Crafts
Makerspace Grab & Go Crafts

Grab & Go bags will include all the supplies you’ll need plus instructions, you can pick yours up at the Main Library Makerspace during Open Access Hours. Recommended for teens and adults.  No registration necessary; available while …

Board Game Brouhaha
Board Game Brouhaha

It’s time for another bracket contest! This time, we’re asking what is the best board game. Here’s your chance to scientifically prove that your favorite is the greatest game ever invented! (Note: no actual science …

Drop-In Gaming
Drop-In Gaming

Join old and new friends to play on various gaming consoles or tabletop games. Ages 12-18.

After School Special
After School Special

 
Join us for afternoon fun at the next scheduled After School Special, which features a different surprise activity every time. Ages 5-12.

Free Zumba at the Library!
Free Zumba at the Library!

Join licensed Zumba instructor Sahra Arabaca for an energetic hour of movement and excitement! All Ages.

LEGO Club
LEGO Club

Build unique LEGO creations based on a given theme! Ages 5 – 12.

Friday Afternoon Films presents…
Friday Afternoon Films presents…

Join us on Fridays at South Regional Library for various themed movies. Ages 14 & up.

Mah Jongg at the Library
Mah Jongg at the Library

Players of all experience levels can join us for a game of Mah Jongg at the library. Ages 18 & up.

Café Bibliothèque
Café Bibliothèque

It’s Café Bibliothèque! Join library staff for a cup of coffee and a side of coffee knowledge on the third Friday of every month.

Passport to Japan
Passport to Japan

Learn about Japanese culture and folklore, create paper koinobori (carp streamer), and make candy sushi! Ages 5 – 12. Registration is required.

Little Scientists
Little Scientists

Explore the wonders of science with a themed story and activity! Dress for a mess. Ages 3 – 5. Registration is required.

Strange Cinema
Strange Cinema

Join us on Saturday afternoons as we screen horror films and other oddities from all corners of the cinematic universe. Ages 18 & up.

Bridge Lessons
Bridge Lessons

Dion Dubois from the Acadiana Bridge Club will be here to teach the game of bridge. Ages 18 & up; registration is required. This will be a seven-week course starting on September 9 and running through …

Roblox Studio with Code Ninjas
Roblox Studio with Code Ninjas

Learn basic Roblox Studio software usage, how to create your own Roblox worlds/obbies, and introductory scripting in Roblox! Ages 8 – 12. Registration is required.