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Family Flannel Fluency Hour

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benton Branch at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages

It's Family Flannel Fluency Hour! After an energizing Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime, have fun with flannel (felt) story pieces as a family!

Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

It's Family Flannel Fluency Hour! After an energizing Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime, have fun with flannel (felt) story pieces as a family!

Old Tyme Music Jam

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Benton Branch Meeting Room at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adult

Old time and bluegrass musicians meet together to play acoustic music - gospel, bluegrass, old time, old country. Come join us in our music jam! 

Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Old time and bluegrass musicians meet together to play acoustic music - gospel, bluegrass, old time, old country. Come join us in our music jam! 

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Steeped-n-Stories

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
East 80 Conference Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

We keep things simple and relaxed. Instead of assigning a single book or category, everyone reads what they enjoy and comes ready to share.

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

We keep things simple and relaxed. Instead of assigning a single book or category, everyone reads what they enjoy and comes ready to share.

Mini Musicians

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Kids Activities Room at Central Library Complex
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Children

Come and join the excitement at our Grown-Up and Me story time where we will explore and play music in the
Activity Room for Mini Musicians on Feb. 10 and 24 @11:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 0 - 5

Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Kids Activities Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Come and join the excitement at our Grown-Up and Me story time where we will explore and play music in the
Activity Room for Mini Musicians on Feb. 10 and 24 @11:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the fun! Ages 0 - 5

Crochet Club

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Benton Branch at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
All Ages

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!

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!

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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Haughton Branch at Haughton Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Stories, letters, numbers, and early concepts for pre-schoolers.

Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, letters, numbers, and early concepts for pre-schoolers.

Wiggle Wednesday

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Kids Activities Room at Central Library Complex
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Get ready to move and groove because Wiggle Wednesdays is back! Every Wednesday at 11:30 AM, join us in the Activity Room for a fun-filled session designed for little ones.

Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Kids Activities Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready to move and groove because Wiggle Wednesdays is back! Every Wednesday at 11:30 AM, join us in the Activity Room for a fun-filled session designed for little ones.

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, April 29, 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

Evening Book Club

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Benton Branch at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

Benton Branch has another book club! If you're interested in joining a group that shares your enthusiasm for a good book and interesting conversation, look no further. Each month, the group selects an intriguing read to enjoy and discuss.

Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Benton Branch has another book club! If you're interested in joining a group that shares your enthusiasm for a good book and interesting conversation, look no further. Each month, the group selects an intriguing read to enjoy and discuss.

Story Time

Friday, May 1, 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

Old Tyme Music Jam

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Benton Branch Meeting Room at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adult

Old time and bluegrass musicians meet together to play acoustic music - gospel, bluegrass, old time, old country. Come join us in our music jam! 

Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Old time and bluegrass musicians meet together to play acoustic music - gospel, bluegrass, old time, old country. Come join us in our music jam! 

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, May 1, 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.

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Game Day

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Benton Branch at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
All Ages

Let's have some friendly competitive fun playing games! Board games, digital games, gaming devices, educational games, and more! Join the Benton gang and have a blast. C'mon! Don't miss out!

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

Let's have some friendly competitive fun playing games! Board games, digital games, gaming devices, educational games, and more! Join the Benton gang and have a blast. C'mon! Don't miss out!

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Reading with Lucy

Saturday, May 2, 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.

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The Enchanted Beehive Book Club

All Day
Benton Branch Online at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

Welcome to The Enchanted Beehive, where stories buzz with magic, mystery, and a touch of heat. ✨ Join our Online Fantasy & Paranormal Book Club for Adults — no meetings, no deadlines, just you and the tales that enchant, thrill, and tempt.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Welcome to The Enchanted Beehive, where stories buzz with magic, mystery, and a touch of heat. ✨ Join our Online Fantasy & Paranormal Book Club for Adults — no meetings, no deadlines, just you and the tales that enchant, thrill, and tempt.

Crochet Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Benton Branch at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
All Ages

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!

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!

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Chess Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library Complex
Program Type:
Crafts, DIY, & Games
Age Group:
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult

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!

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!

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Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Haughton Branch at Haughton Library Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Stories, letters, numbers, and early concepts for pre-schoolers.

Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, letters, numbers, and early concepts for pre-schoolers.

Wiggle Wednesday

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Kids Activities Room at Central Library Complex
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Get ready to move and groove because Wiggle Wednesdays is back! Every Wednesday at 11:30 AM, join us in the Activity Room for a fun-filled session designed for little ones.

Library Branch: Central Library Complex
Room: Central Kids Activities Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready to move and groove because Wiggle Wednesdays is back! Every Wednesday at 11:30 AM, join us in the Activity Room for a fun-filled session designed for little ones.

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, May 6, 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

Story Time

Friday, May 8, 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
BEAN BAG BASEBALL 2nd Friday @ 11 AM - 12 PM Age Group: Adult Event Details: Join us for about nine rounds of Bean Bag Baseball, followed by a fun potluck lunch! Bring a dish to share—or just bring yourself. Beginners are definitely welcome and encouraged!

Beanbag Baseball

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
East 80 Meeting Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Community Engagement & Outreach, Food, Health & Sciences, Personal Improvement
Age Group:
Adult

BEAN BAG BASEBALL

2nd Friday @ 11 AM - 12 PM

Age Group: Adult

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Engagement & Outreach, Food, Health & Sciences, Personal Improvement
Event Details:

BEAN BAG BASEBALL

2nd Friday @ 11 AM - 12 PM

Age Group: Adult

Old Tyme Music Jam

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Benton Branch Meeting Room at Benton Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adult

Old time and bluegrass musicians meet together to play acoustic music - gospel, bluegrass, old time, old country. Come join us in our music jam! 

Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Old time and bluegrass musicians meet together to play acoustic music - gospel, bluegrass, old time, old country. Come join us in our music jam! 

4th Friday / 10 AM - 4 PM Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Boost your child’s reading skills and confidence—or simply help them unwind—by signing up for a cozy 20-minute reading session with a shelter cat! We offer six sessions each day, so advanced registration is required. Spots fill quickly, but cancellations do happen, so be sure to join the list—you might just get lucky!

Read to Shelter Cat

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East 80 Conference Room at East 80 Library Branch
Program Type:
Reading with Animals
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult

4th Friday / 10 AM - 4 PM

Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Program Type: Reading with Animals
Event Details:

4th Friday / 10 AM - 4 PM