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Bossier City, LA 71111
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3950 Wayne Avenue
Bossier City, LA 71112
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(318) 965-2751
115 Courthouse Drive
Benton, LA 71006
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1050 Bellevue Road
Haughton, LA 71037
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116 West McKinley
Haughton, LA 71037
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(318) 326-4233
208 East Mary Lee Avenue
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
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451 Fairview Point Road
Elm Grove, LA 71051
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Time Sun (3/27) Mon (3/28) Tue (3/29) Wed (3/30) Thu (3/31) Fri (4/01) Sat (4/02)
All Day
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

Take and Make: Caterpillar Craft

10:00am - 10:00am
Children
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Mar 28 2022 Mon

Take and Make: Caterpillar Craft

10:00am - 10:00am
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Kids will learn about the life cycle of a caterpillar and make a craft. Resources will be provided. Ages 3-5. Kits will be limited. Kits are held inside of the lobby. ...
10 am
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

Chair Exercise

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Chair Exercise

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences
Event Details:
Join us for our Chair Exercise program Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am for adults. No registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.

Ages 0-5 years, Preschool Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Ages 0-5 years, Preschool Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
**Seating is limited, please call or come by our branch to sign up for this program.** Children have an opportunity to learn socialization skills with others in our Learning Centers. Enjoy a story read aloud, sing songs, and make a craft or do ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children, Tween (Middle School), Adult
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Mar 30 2022 Wed

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children, Tween (Middle School), Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts, DIY, & Games, STEAM, StoryTime
Event Details:
Shakers, scarves, and stories, Oh my! This storytime is geared to young lovers of stories, songs, and dance!  ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

Chair Exercise

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Mar 31 2022 Thu

Chair Exercise

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences
Event Details:
Join us for our Chair Exercise program Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am for adults. No registration is required. ...
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Baby Lap Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Apr 1 2022 Fri

Baby Lap Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
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Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Engage your little one in new ways! Join us for books, rhymes, music, movement, and more! Boost your baby's ability to learn. (0-2years old) ...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Crochet Angels

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Apr 1 2022 Fri

Crochet Angels

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
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Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
We meet every Friday and work on a project together. ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

Coffee & Community

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Coffee & Community

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Join us Saturday mornings for a nice cup of joe and some good company. Available activities include adult coloring, puzzles, and other games. This program is intended for adults aged 18+. No registration is required. For more info please give us a...
11 am
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Seated Exercise

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Seated Exercise

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Personal Improvement
Event Details:
Every Tuesday we alternate between yoga, cardio and weights. ...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Special Storytime with the Shreveport Opera!

11:00am - 11:45am
All Ages, Children
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Mar 30 2022 Wed

Special Storytime with the Shreveport Opera!

11:00am - 11:45am
All Ages, Children
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Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
This will be a special storytime performed by Shreveport Opera Xpress! Leo the Lyin’ Lion – Leo learns about honesty, trustworthiness and good character. ...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Mar 30 2022 Wed

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Kids Zone
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for books, songs, and activities.  ...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Baby & Me

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Mar 31 2022 Thu

Baby & Me

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Kids Zone
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for a special storytime just for baby full of songs, books, and a designated play time, where caregivers can connect with one another while baby explores.  ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

Shreveport Opera Express: Operatizer

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Mar 31 2022 Thu

Shreveport Opera Express: Operatizer

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Shreveport Opera Express will perform a 30-45-minute concert of Opera arias and Broadway show tunes designed to expose upper-elementary, middle & high school students to opera and musical theater.  This event is free and open to...
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Apr 1 2022 Fri

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
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Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for Preschool Storytime! Knowing lots of words will help children understand what they read. Reading books to children will help them learn new words! Come enjoy books, fun stories, rhymes, letter recognition, crafts, music, movement, and mor...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Happy Hour

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Happy Hour

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
We have cards, dominoes, and board games set out to enjoy every other Saturday at 11! ...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Saturday Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Saturday Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Kids Zone
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us on the first and third Saturday of each month at 11 am for family story time. Each week we will explore a different theme through stories, songs, and crafts. All ages welcome! ...
12 pm
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

New & Notable

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Mar 28 2022 Mon

New & Notable

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Author Event, Book Club, Community Engagement & Outreach, Food, Health & Sciences, Movies & Film
Event Details:
Books, movies, current events, and more! Join Cody & Heidi and learn what's New & Notable at BPL Benton Branch. ...
1 pm
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Reading to Duke

1:00pm - 2:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Reading to Duke

1:00pm - 2:00pm
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Personal Improvement, StoryTime
Event Details:
Duke is such a great listener and is also a licensed therapy dog. Children of all ages may come and read to him.   ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

Anime and Manga Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Anime and Manga Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
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Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies & Film
Event Details:
Come and watch new anime shows and movies from Japan Talk about your favorite shows and manga series Snacks and drinks will be provided! Club meetings will take place every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. This club is intended for twee...
2 pm
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Teen Anime Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen (High School)
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Teen Anime Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen (High School)
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Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (High School)
Program Type: Movies & Film
Event Details:
Do you like Anime or want to find out about Anime? Come out to the Benton branch and join the Teen Anime Club! Meet other teens as we will watch and discuss Anime. We will meet the 1st Saturday of each month at @ 2pm. You do not want to miss out on t...
3 pm
This event is in the "History Center" group.

Practical Preservation

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen (High School), Adult
Closed
Required
This event is in the "History Center" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Practical Preservation

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen (High School), Adult
Closed
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Library Branch: History Center
Room: History Center Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (High School), Adult
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 64
Event Details:
Are you looking to organize your photos, properly store your collectibles, and protect your family heirlooms for future generations?  Join History Center curator, Randall Palmer, as he discusses the enemies of preservation and what you can do...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Jackbox Games

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Mar 30 2022 Wed

Jackbox Games

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
All you need is your smartphone or tablet to join in the fun! Call for the code if you want to play at home ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

Read with PRIDE Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Closed
Required
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Apr 2 2022 Sat

Read with PRIDE Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Closed
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Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
A retelling of Homer's epic poem The Iliad, The Song of Achilles focuses on the relationship between Achilles, the strong and swift Greek hero, and Patroclus, a young prince in exile. Trained in the art of war from youth, their skills are tested when...
4 pm
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.

Once Upon A Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Once Upon A Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us on our Facebook page every Tuesday for a new Storytime and craft. This year’s thee is the alphabet, so we will be reading a new book to go with each letter A to Z! Craft kits are made available on a monthly basis at the Tooke front desk. Pick...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

Bellevue Tabletop Gaming Society

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Apr 1 2022 Fri

Bellevue Tabletop Gaming Society

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Join us for a chill afternoon of tabletop gaming. This program is intended for persons aged 9-17. No registration is required. For more information, please give us a call and ask for Jonah. ...
5 pm
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Compassion for Lives - IT Training

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Compassion for Lives - IT Training

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:
COMPASSION FOR LIVES has developed an exciting program to train individuals in their pursuits in information technology careers. It provides the necessary training to assist individuals pass CompTIA’s A+, Network+ and Security+ as well as Micros...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

SHREVEPORT OPERA XPRESS PRESENTS: LEO THE LYIN' LION!

5:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

SHREVEPORT OPERA XPRESS PRESENTS: LEO THE LYIN' LION!

5:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
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Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture, STEAM, StoryTime
Event Details:
Join the East 80 Branch for an opera about lessons in honesty, trustworthiness, and good character! ...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Compassion for Lives - IT Training

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Mar 31 2022 Thu

Compassion for Lives - IT Training

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:
COMPASSION FOR LIVES has developed an exciting program to train individuals in their pursuits in information technology careers. It provides the necessary training to assist individuals pass CompTIA’s A+, Network+ and Security+ as well as Micros...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Central Paint Night

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Adult
Closed
Required
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Mar 31 2022 Thu

Central Paint Night

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Adult
Closed
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Back Room 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us at Central to create art. Beginners and pros alike are welcome! All materials will be supplied, and refreshments will be served. ...
6 pm
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Mar 29 2022 Tue

Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Chess Club
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, stop by the Reference Desk or call the library at (318...

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