“Two Eyes on Nature”
Photography by Gary Meyers and Kerry Griechen
September 30 through January 5, 2017
Main Library

“In and Out”
Paintings by Susan Hamilton
September 30 through January 5, 2017
Main Library

Come MAKE with us the Main and South Regional Libraries! Our Makerspaces and Tech Labs offer classes in digital media, paper/textile arts, electronics, robotics, and fabrication (3D Printing, Laser Cutting, etc..). Open access hours are also …

Join these table sessions to improve your Cajun and standard French speaking skills through casual conversation, film viewing, basic instruction, and personal testimony. Adults only, please. Registration begins Monday, September 19.
Saturdays: October 1 and October 15
9:30 …

Saturday, October 1
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Main Library Conference Room
It’s almost election time! Are you registered to vote? Adults are invited to learn about absentee voting options, see a voting machine and register to vote.

The Lafayette Genealogical Society presents “Genealogy 101″ on the first Saturday of each month at 9:30 AM. Anyone interested in genealogy or local history may attend these presentations.
Lafayette Genealogical Society monthly meeting
The Lafayette Genealogical Society …

The Lafayette Public Library is pleased to offer multiple book clubs for its patrons at various libraries. We offer book clubs at the Main Library, South Regional Library, North Regional Library, and East Regional Library.
Main …

North Regional Library
Join us for stitching fun at North Regional Library! All skill levels welcome: bring your current project.
Wednesday, October 19
1:00 – 2:00 PM
North Regional Library

The Southern Louisiana accordionist’s family will discuss his music.
Wednesday, October 5
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Main Library

In observance of Halloween, the film Call of Cthulhu (2005, 45 min., Not Rated) based on the story by H.P. Lovecraft will be shown.
Wednesday October 5
7:00 – 8:00 PM
South Regional Library
Thursday October 13
7:00 – 8:00 …

Learn how to make fun fabric pumpkins that are perfect decorations for fall! Registration begins Monday, September 19. Adults only, please.
Thursday, October 6  
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Main Library Conference Room

Celebrate World Smile Day! Need something to smile about? Then come by the library to sample popcorn from It’z Pop-a-Licious, plus receive a bag of plain popcorn (while supplies last).
Friday, October 7
4:00 – 6:00 PM
South Regional Library

Set up a free guest account, build your basic family tree, and search genealogical databases. An active email address is required, and please have the names and birthdates of your parents and grandparents. Registration begins Monday …

The Alexandre Mouton House/Lafayette Museum Present:
Claire Manes, author of “Out of the Shadow: The Carville Letters and Stories of the Landry Family”, will talk about the history of leprosy treatment at the public hospital in …

Join us for the annual Friends of the Lafayette Public Library Author Dinner, featuring guest author Dixie Poché. The UL journalism graduate is the author of “Classic Eateries of Cajun Country.” She will be signing …

Celebrate National Handbag Day by converting a book into a purse! Adults only, please. Registration starts Monday, September 19.
Monday, October 10
2:00 – 4:00 PM
South Regional Library

Visit the South Regional lobby to view an exhibit of a variety of political pins!
October 10 – November 30
South Regional Library

Meet authors and discover new books in this series from the Center for Louisiana Studies.
Tuesday, October 11
6:30-8:00 PM
Jean-le-Chasseur et Ses Chiens by Barry Ancelet (en français)
Main Library (Meeting Room)

A chance to practice your chess moves on others. All playing levels welcome. Ages 8 & up. Registration begins Monday, September 19.
Wednesday, October 12
6:00 – 7:00 PM
South Regional Library 

Your focus and creativity will be your utensils, while we provide a plethora of prints and colored pencils. Adults only, please. No registration required.
North Regional Library
Wednesday, October 12
1:00 – 2:00 PM
East Regional Library
Tuesday, October 18
6:00 …