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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

Thursday, June 13
2:00-3:00 PM
North Regional Library
Tuesday, June 25
2:00-3:00 PM
South Regional Library
Beneath the surface lies a dancer, so put on your dancing shoes and learn how to hip hop with a local dance instructor. Sessions take …

Teen volunteers are needed for voice actors, puppeteers, and behind-the-scenes help for puppet shows to be performed for families. Performances will be held at 10:30. Teens can choose dates they wish to participate. Sign up …

Come and watch these great films with other teens! All films rated PG-13.
Wednesday, June 19
5:30–7:30 pm
Beautiful Creatures (2013) 124 min.
A teen boy meets a mysterious new girl and, together, they uncover dark secrets about their …

Join us June 24–26! Films will be shown at 6:00 pm at the North Regional Library. All films are rated PG-13.
Monday, June 24
King of Bandit Jing (2002)
Master thief Jing and his talking albatross sidekick attempt to …

Monday, July 8
2:00–3:30 pm
South Regional Library
Teens can show off their gaming skills through participation in Super Smash Bros. Brawl or Just Dance Wii games! Register online using the link above beginning Friday, June 21.

Culinary artist Alesa Davis from Louisiana Technical College will show teens the ins and outs of cupcake decorating, from filling to icing. All workshops take place from 2:00–3:00 pm. Register online utilizing the links below …

Saturday, July 13
1:00–3:00 pm
South Regional Library
Teens will work together in teams to figure out who the murderer is in this murder mystery party! Register online using the above link beginning Friday, June 21.

Saturday, July 20
10:30 AM–4:30 PM
South Regional Library
UL Lafayette’s Anime Club is back again this summer to host an amazing day of cosplay, anime-related workshops and snacks, and a drawing contest. Teen participants should bring a …

Wednesday, July 31
6:00–7:30 pm
North Regional Library
Teens will watch clips from new Anime and discuss Manga favorites. Refreshments will be provided. Send me an email reminder about this program.

If you received an e-reader for the holidays you might be interested in the library’s Overdrive e-book service. You can download free ebooks checked out for 7 to 14 days. You can place electronic holds …