History Center-New Operating Hours

The History Center will have new hours beginning, December 15, 2025.
Their hours will be Monday-Friday 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM.
Saturday services will be scheduled by appointment. 
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Lou Smith Book Signing

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Large Meeting Room at Central Library Complex
Purpose of Meeting:

Book signing with presentation 

Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Large Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Book signing with presentation 

Watch new shows and movies, Participate in artistic activities 3rd Friday each month.

Anime and Manga

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Age Group:
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)

Come watch new show and movies, participate in artistic  activies. Meet on the 3rd Friday each month at 4 - 5 P.M.

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Come watch new show and movies, participate in artistic  activies. Meet on the 3rd Friday each month at 4 - 5 P.M.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Central Library Complex, Aulds Library Branch, Benton Library Branch, East 80 Library Branch, Haughton Library Branch, History Center, Plain Dealing Library Branch, Tooke Library Branch

All Bossier Parish Libraries will be closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Central Library Complex, Aulds Library Branch, Benton Library Branch, East 80 Library Branch, Haughton Library Branch, History Center, Plain Dealing Library Branch, Tooke Library Branch
Description:

All Bossier Parish Libraries will be closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 

Book Club

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Plain Dealing Branch at Plain Dealing Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
FAMILY STORYTIME

Family Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Bring your little ones along for an interactive session of stories, songs, movement, rhymes, activities, or crafts!

Family Story Time is held on the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10AM

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your little ones along for an interactive session of stories, songs, movement, rhymes, activities, or crafts!

Family Story Time is held on the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10AM

Women's Wisdom Hour

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plain Dealing Branch at Plain Dealing Library Branch
Program Type:
Community Engagement & Outreach, Personal Improvement
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Engagement & Outreach, Personal Improvement
DISCOVERY PLAY Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM Age Group: Children Event Details: Caregivers, if you can’t make it to our Family Storytimes, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with a range of fun and educational activities for children to enjoy and learn through play. From sensory items to building blocks, shakers, magna tiles, and process crafts, there's something for everyone, from babies to tweens and homeschoolers.

Discovery Play

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween (Middle School)

DISCOVERY PLAY

Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Age Group: Children

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Event Details:

DISCOVERY PLAY

Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Age Group: Children

Legos updated 10-30-25

LEGOⓇ Club, ages 6 -11

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Aulds Library Meeting Room at Aulds Library Branch
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children

4:00 - 4:45PM

LEGOⓇ Club, ages 6 -11*

*Children under the age of 13, must have a parent or guardian, 16 years or older stay in the building while their children are enjoying the program.

 

Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

4:00 - 4:45PM

LEGOⓇ Club, ages 6 -11*

*Children under the age of 13, must have a parent or guardian, 16 years or older stay in the building while their children are enjoying the program.

 

kindergarten readiness storytime

Kindergarten Readiness Storytime, ages 3, 4, & 5

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Aulds Library Meeting Room at Aulds Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

KINDERGARTEN READINESS STORYTIME

This program is designed for children ages 3, 4, and 5.  A child may join the program after their 3rd birthday.  A child transitions out of the program after their 6th birthday.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

KINDERGARTEN READINESS STORYTIME

This program is designed for children ages 3, 4, and 5.  A child may join the program after their 3rd birthday.  A child transitions out of the program after their 6th birthday.

crochet

Crochet Angels

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Haughton Branch at Haughton Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
Adult

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

4th Friday / 10 AM - 4 PM Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Drop in anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM for Creative Friday! Each month features a new hands-on craft—past projects include mini model houses, canvas painting, beadwork, and other surprise creations. You’ll also have full access to our art supplies, so you can personalize the month’s craft or create something entirely your own. Whether you're a homeschooler, a hobby artist, or someone who simply loves to make things, this self-guided creative space

Creative Friday

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages

4th Friday / 10 AM - 4 PM

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Event Details:

4th Friday / 10 AM - 4 PM

Story Time

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Plain Dealing Branch at Plain Dealing Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Come out and join into the book club. Read your books and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and fellowship with others. Come out to socialize anf relax.

Books and Brews

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
East 80 Conference Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

Come and join in to discuss your book with tea or coffee and relax.

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come and join in to discuss your book with tea or coffee and relax.

yarn club, updated 10-30-25

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Aulds Library Meeting Room at Aulds Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
All Ages

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Calling all crocheters, knitters, weavers, and anyone else who works with yarn.  Join us for yarning and chatting!

Bring your supplies and work on an existing project or start a new one.

Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Calling all crocheters, knitters, weavers, and anyone else who works with yarn.  Join us for yarning and chatting!

Bring your supplies and work on an existing project or start a new one.

4th Wednesday / @ 10 AM - 11 AM Age Group: Children Event Details: Join Us for Bilingual Storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities in English and Spanish. Perfect for young learners and families!

Bilingual Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

4th Wednesday / @ 10 AM - 11 AM

Age Group: Children

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, Storytime
Event Details:

4th Wednesday / @ 10 AM - 11 AM

Age Group: Children

DISCOVERY PLAY Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM Age Group: Children Event Details: Caregivers, if you can’t make it to our Family Storytimes, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with a range of fun and educational activities for children to enjoy and learn through play. From sensory items to building blocks, shakers, magna tiles, and process crafts, there's something for everyone, from babies to tweens and homeschoolers.

Discovery Play

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween (Middle School)

DISCOVERY PLAY

Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Age Group: Children

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Event Details:

DISCOVERY PLAY

Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Age Group: Children

kindergarten readiness storytime

Kindergarten Readiness Storytime, ages 3, 4, & 5

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Aulds Library Meeting Room at Aulds Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

KINDERGARTEN READINESS STORYTIME

This program is designed for children ages 3, 4, and 5.  A child may join the program after their 3rd birthday.  A child transitions out of the program after their 6th birthday.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

KINDERGARTEN READINESS STORYTIME

This program is designed for children ages 3, 4, and 5.  A child may join the program after their 3rd birthday.  A child transitions out of the program after their 6th birthday.

crochet

Crochet Angels

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Haughton Branch at Haughton Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
Adult

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Story Time

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Plain Dealing Branch at Plain Dealing Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
DISCOVERY PLAY Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM Age Group: Children Event Details: Caregivers, if you can’t make it to our Family Storytimes, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with a range of fun and educational activities for children to enjoy and learn through play. From sensory items to building blocks, shakers, magna tiles, and process crafts, there's something for everyone, from babies to tweens and homeschoolers.

Discovery Play

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Tween (Middle School)

DISCOVERY PLAY

Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Age Group: Children

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Personal Improvement, STEAM
Event Details:

DISCOVERY PLAY

Every Wednesday from 1 PM - 4 PM

Age Group: Children

crochet

Crochet Angels

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Haughton Branch at Haughton Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
Adult

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Story Time

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Plain Dealing Branch at Plain Dealing Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Anime and Manga come and watch new show and movies. Participate in artistic activies Meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday each month 4 P.M.-5 P.M.

Anime and Manga

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Age Group:
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)

Watch new shows and movies, participate in artistic activities. Every 1st and 3rd Friday each month. 4-5 P.M.

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Event Details:

Watch new shows and movies, participate in artistic activities. Every 1st and 3rd Friday each month. 4-5 P.M.

Lucy

Reading with Lucy

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Haughton Branch at Haughton Library Branch
Program Type:
Personal Improvement, Reading with Animals
Age Group:
Children

Lucy is a registered therapy dog that children can come and read to with no judgment. She is at our library every 2nd Saturday of the month at 11:00.

Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Personal Improvement, Reading with Animals
Event Details:

Lucy is a registered therapy dog that children can come and read to with no judgment. She is at our library every 2nd Saturday of the month at 11:00.