Join the Lafayette Public Library as we celebrate the first Big Library Read, sponsored by OverDrive! The Big Library Read is a pilot program in which libraries worldwide offer a single eBook to their patrons. …

Teens! “Beneath the
Surface
” is the theme for the Lafayette Public Library 2013 Summer Reading Program. The South Regional branch will be offering a Summer Volunteer Program to students entering 8th – 11th grades in the 2013-2014 academic …

Ages 8–12. This program provides basic instruction to kids who know little or nothing about the game and wish to learn. This program will also provide an environment for tweens to play chess with others …

Get practical, the Acadiana way! Sustain your household by consuming less and saving more. In our Urban Self-Reliance series, featuring speakers from the Lafayette Parish Master Gardeners, you’ll learn how to help your garden grow …

Join us at the South Regional Library on the third Tuesday at 6:30 PM for the SRL Sleuths Mystery Book Club!
May 21
Shinju
by Laura
Joh Rowland
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Encourage your child to Dig Into Reading this summer with the Lafayette Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Children (and adults and teens, too*) can win prizes for reading and enjoy a full lineup of free …

Mixed Media by Shirley Gauthier, Kay Jeansonne, Ann Ella Joubert, Mary Oakley and Theresa Trahan
Exhibit Dates: April 24-June 25
Galerie Lafayette in the Jefferson Street Branch
“Friends in Art”
began in the spring of 2011 as a group of five …

Ages 5-12 at the South Regional Library! Join us for free showings of the films and enjoy some popcorn!
Monday, June 3
2:00-4:00 pm
City of Ember
(2008) 90 min Rated PG
For generations, the City of Ember flourished, …

For all ages! Join us at the North Regional Library for Family Movie Matinees!
Monday, June 3
2:30 pm
Antz
(1998) 83 min Rated PG
A rather neurotic ant tries to break from his totalitarian society while trying to win the …

This interactive storytelling adventure reminds you to believe in your dreams and know that “Nothing is Impossible!” Kids will decorate a treasure chest to take home. Registration is required. Participants can register online below or by calling the library. …

Saturday, June 1
1:00-2:00 pm
South Regional Library Auditorium
Daniel Hammer from the Williams Research Center in New Orleans will discuss the history and architecture of the Big Easy’s oldest and most iconic cemeteries, which date back as …

Dr. David T. Palmer, a professor of anthropology at UL Lafayette, will discuss the results of two field seasons of archaeological research on the Marsh Sugar Plantation, an antebellum agro-industrial complex on Avery Island.
Wednesday, June 5
6:30-7:30 pm
South Regional …

Thursday, June 6
6:00-7:00 PM
North Regional Library
Dig out from under the clutter in 45 days! Become a busy bee this summer and discover easy groundbreaking tips from “Be Organized” specialist Lisette Moses. Learn how simple steps can help us make …

Thursday, June 6
2:00-4:00 PM
North Regional Library
Thursday, June 13
2:00-4:00 PM
South Regional Library
Thursday, July 25
2:00-4:00 PM
Jefferson Street Branch
Local artist Johnathon Wilson will demonstrate his unique art style and then walk teen participants through creating their own street …

Aussie storyteller and musician Paul Taylor will introduce children to the eclectic cultures of Australia through the story of Matilda, using an exciting blend of songs, poetry, dance and didjeridoo.
Friday, June 7
10:30-11:15 am
North Regional Library …

Check out Hunger Games Week! The week begins with a showing of the film, and then later in the week, teens can participate in trivia games and survival skills based upon the Hunger Games trilogy. …

Ages 5-12. Kids will create a cool “I Spy” board game by gluing a shiny penny, bug stickers, “jewels” and sparkly sequins on a colorful background. Registration is required for this craft. Call your library …

Ages 7-12. North Regional Library 896-6323
Registration required. Call the library or register online using the links below.
Nature Notebook
Tuesday, June 11 2:30-3:30 pm
Registration begins Tuesday, June 4.
Still-Life Drawing
Tuesday, July 16 2:30-3:30 pm
Registration begins Tuesday, July 9.

All ages! This contest is fun for the whole family! Beginning June 11, spot the gnomes (like the one pictured here) at various locations throughout Lafayette Parish, and you will be entered in a drawing …

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment will host two teen tech workshops: Animation: Learn how to animate 3D characters and make a video to show your friends! and Game Design: Learn how to design a robot …