The Lafayette Public Library is celebrating 75 years of serving Lafayette Parish this year! On Tuesday, August 6, 1946, the parish library opened its doors.
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Congratulations, Lafayette Parish! You did it! With your help and reading, we reached a community goal of 2,042,717 minutes read since June 1. This year, there were 3,244 participants that completed the reading challenge. Read the full story »Join old and new friends to play on various gaming consoles or play board games. Ages 12-18.
Lafayette Public Library will be hosting Digital Storytime on Facebook each Monday at 10:00 AM! Tune in each week for stories, songs, and laughter!
Calling teen artists of all skill levels! Come meet at the library to exchange ideas, techniques, and banter while you draw. Some art supplies provided.
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss books of a historical nature. Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm.
August 10 - The Gatekeepers by Chris Whipple
In the market for a new job or career? See the great resources our libraries have for job seekers and grab a take-home job fair kit that includes information on job searches, resume writing, skill-building, …
Join us for one-shot sessions of Dungeons & Dragons (5th edition). Bring your own (level one) character, or use one of our pre-built sheets!
Lafayette Public Library provides computer classes for those wishing to brush up on their computer and related technology skills. Ages 18 and up. Registration begins 2 weeks before program date.
Join us virtually as we read the first few chapters of a story, then check it out to continue! Find us on YouTube.
Find the book in our catalog!
Stop by East Regional Library every Wednesday 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 book buddy! Available …
Get into creative writing with our biweekly workshops, meeting virtually over Zoom. We offer support and guidance in your writing efforts. Ages 18 & up.
Patrons will learn computer skills via Zoom. This summer the focus will be on the Google suite.
Wednesdays: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
August 11 - Introduction to Google Drive
Learn to create some easy recipes! Amaze your friends and families with the snacks you can make. Ages 12-18.
Builders and brick enthusiasts assemble! Explore the basics of robotics engineering with LEGO WeDo kits. Take building to a new level! Ages 8 – 12. Registration is required.
Share some time with Bob Ross Certified instructor, Myke Magyck, as you learn how to create a beautiful painting inspired by one of America’s favorite television hosts. Ages 14 and up. Registration begins 2 weeks before program …
She’s ba-ack! After many months away, Sahra Arabaca and friends are back to lead energizing (and free!) Zumba session. Ages 14 & up; no registration required.
Grab a stick of sidewalk chalk and get creative outside the library. Every kid will have their own square to create a chalk masterpiece. Ages 5-12. Registration is required.
Show off your knowledge with this week’s trivia challenge!
Check back every other Friday to take our fun quizzes on some of your favorite books, games, and moves to see how you stack up against other kids in …
Teens– No need to be bored this summer! Swing by any of the library drive-thrus (Main Library and Regional Libraries), and grab a bag full of fun! Each bag contains supplies needed for the craft …
Swing by a Lafayette Public Library drive-thru (Main Library and all Regional Libraries) and pick up a bag full of fun! Grab & Go bags will include most of the supplies you’ll need plus instructions …
Swing by a Lafayette Public Library drive-thru (Main Library and all Regional Libraries) and pick up a bag full of fun! Grab & Go bags will include all the supplies you’ll need plus instructions and …