Urban Self-Reliance Series
May 7, 2013 – 10:57 am | No Comment

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 …

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Game Design and Animation Workshops
Game Design and Animation Workshops

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 …

SRL Sci-Fi Fantasy Book Club
SRL Sci-Fi Fantasy Book Club

Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for the South Regional Sci-Fi Fantasy Book Club!
2nd Tuesday, 6:30 pm, South Regional Library
June 11
Uncertain Places
by Lisa Goldstein
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July 9
After the …

Community Legal Education Series
Community Legal Education Series

Local attorneys Greg Landry and Sachida Raman with nonprofit law firm Acadiana Legal Service Corporation will speak (and answer your questions) on the following topics.
Wednesday, June 12
6:30-7:30 pm
North Regional Library
Wills and Estates
(Greg Landry, Sr. Attorney, …

Dinosaur Surprise
Dinosaur Surprise

Calliope Puppets and award-winning puppeteer Karen Konnerth “Dig Into Reading” as they search for fossils on a fantastical and scientific exploration in the land of dinosaurs. The show includes a demonstration of the Victorian era …

Put on Your Inner Dancer: Hip Hop!
Put on Your Inner Dancer: Hip Hop!

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 …

Pompom Ant Chip Clip
Pompom Ant Chip Clip

Friday, June 14
2:00 pm
South Regional Library (981-1028)
Ages 5-12. Make a handy digger to keep your chips fresh! Children ages 5 to 7 will need an adult helper. Register for this craft online using the link above beginning May …

Chess Club for Tweens
Chess Club for Tweens

Ages 8-12. This program provides basic instruction to kids who want to learn how to play chess and play with others who know how. Space is limited and registration is required. Register online using the …

Teen Performance Troupes: Creativity Workshops and Performances
Teen Performance Troupes: Creativity Workshops and Performances

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 …

Mitch Richard’s Magic Show
Mitch Richard’s Magic Show

Ages 3 and up. This local performer will put on a fun and interactive show full of comedy and magic.
Saturday, June 8
6:30-8:30 PM
Jefferson Street Branch (Special ArtWalk Show!)
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Tuesday, …

SRL Sleuths Mystery Book Club
SRL Sleuths Mystery Book Club

Join us as we discuss great mysteries at our South Regional Sleuths Mystery Book Club on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.
June 18
Grave Secrets
by Kathy Reichs
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Teen Movie Nights
Teen Movie Nights

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 …

Think Positive with Hip-Hop
Think Positive with Hip-Hop

Ages 5 and up. With the help of dance duo “Rhythm and Soul” (Terrence Morgan and Tyler Wilson), children will learn about a variety of dance styles within the hip-hop genre, as well as with the …

Lego Club
Lego Club

Ages 7 and up. Children will build projects based on a theme. The program begins with sample Lego models and books based on the theme. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limit one session …

Author’s Alley Book Sale and Signing
Author’s Alley Book Sale and Signing

Sunday, June 23
1:30-4:00 PM
South Regional Library
Meet and support local authors as they gather to sell and sign their books. Authors may reserve a table at the South Regional Library by calling 981-1028. Reservations must be …

4th Annual NRL Anime Festival for Tweens
4th Annual NRL Anime Festival for Tweens

Ages 7-12. Tweens will view animated features and complete craft activities. Registration begins on Monday, June 3 online utilizing the links below or by calling the North Regional Library at 896-6323.
Monday, June 24
2:00 PM
North Regional …

Fourth Annual NRL Anime Festival for Teens
Fourth Annual NRL Anime Festival for Teens

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 …

“The Soul of Louisiana” Collage, Mixed Media by Bryant Benoit
“The Soul of Louisiana” Collage, Mixed Media by Bryant Benoit

“The Soul of Louisiana”
Collage, Mixed Media by Bryant Benoit
Exhibit Dates: June 26 – August 27, 2013
Galerie Lafayette in the Jefferson Street Branch
Bryant Benoit is a self-taught artist, born and raised in Lafayette. His multi-layered collages …

Mummy Dude
Mummy Dude

Thursday, June 27
2:00 PM
South Regional Library
Ages 9-12. Make a miniature mummy that can hang out in your locker! Register for this craft starting Monday, June 10 online using the link above or by calling South …

Geebo the Clown
Geebo the Clown

Ages 3 and up. Geebo the Clown will entertain one and all with his magic bag of tricks and pets!
Friday, June 28
Youngsville Branch
9:30-10:15 AM
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Milton Branch
11:00-11:45 AM
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Independence Day: Libraries Closed
Independence Day: Libraries Closed

In honor of Independence Day, all Lafayette Public Libraries will be closed on Thursday, July 4.