Closing

Delayed Opening-East 80 Branch

9:00am–11:00am
Branches:
East 80 Library Branch
Description:

The East 80 Branch will have a delayed opening at 11 AM due to staff training.

Jane Austen's 250th Birthday Pop-Up

9:00am–5:00pm
Aulds Library Branch
All Ages
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Author Event, Community Engagement & Outreach, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Please come join the Aulds' Staff in celebrating all things Jane Austen!

Homeschool Connections

11:00am–12:00pm
Benton Library Branch
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Food, Health & Sciences, STEAM
Event Details:

The Benton staff will facilitate an academically-themed, hands-on hour of activities for area homeschooled students.

Jane Austen Pop Up

11:00am–6:00pm
Central Library Complex
All Ages, Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Teen
Age Group: All Ages, Teen (High School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Food, Health & Sciences, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate 250 years of Jane Austen! We'll have tea and snacks, craft kits and themed merch!

All ages are welcome!

Tranquil Tuesdays

2:00pm–3:00pm
Haughton Library Branch
All Ages
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Personal Improvement
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday at 2:00 pm for low impact exercise, gentle yoga, and stretch.

Jane Austen's High Tea

2:00pm–4:00pm
Benton Library Branch
Adult
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

It is a truth universally acknowledged… that a good cup of tea is best enjoyed in Regency attire! Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday with us at the library on December 16th from 2–4 PM.

Crochet Club

5:00pm–6:45pm
Benton Library Branch
All Ages
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Whether a beginner or an expert, you're welcome to join our Crochet Club. If you're looking to try a new hobby or just hang out with friends while making cool creations, this might just be the club for you!

Chess Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Library Complex
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess? Or would you like to brush up on your chess skills? All players are welcome no matter the skill level. Come to learn or come to play! For more information, call the library at (318) 746-1693!

Master Gardeners at the Library

6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Library Complex
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn gardening practices from the trained volunteers of the Louisiana Master Gardener Program, offered by the LSU AgCenter