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Bossier City, LA 71111
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(318) 742-2337
3950 Wayne Avenue
Bossier City, LA 71112
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(318) 965-2751
115 Courthouse Drive
Benton, LA 71006
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(318) 949-2665
1050 Bellevue Road
Haughton, LA 71037
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(318) 949-0196
116 West McKinley
Haughton, LA 71037
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2206 Beckett Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
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(318) 326-4233
208 East Mary Lee Avenue
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
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(318) 987-3915
451 Fairview Point Road
Elm Grove, LA 71051
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All Day
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

All ages Game Day

All Day
All Ages
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Sep 17 2022 Sat

All ages Game Day

All Day
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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. We will meet every 3rd Saturday of the month!! C'mon!! Don't miss out!! ...
9 am
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Closing

DELAYED OPENING - AULDS BRANCH

9:00am - 11:00am
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

DELAYED OPENING - AULDS BRANCH

9:00am - 11:00am
Branches:
Aulds Library Branch
Description:
Our Aulds Branch will be delayed in opening for emergency preparedness training.  Aulds will open at 11am.  All other locations will maintain regular operation hours. Thank you for your patience as we train our staff in these...
10 am
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

BINGO

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 12 2022 Mon

BINGO

10:00am - 11:00am
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: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Fun, free bingo games for small prizes ...
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.
Sep 13 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 "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Chair Dancing Fitness

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Chair Dancing Fitness

10:00am - 11:00am
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:
Seated, low impact exercising and yoga every Tuesday at 10am ...
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.

Kindergarten Readiness, ages 3,4, & 5

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Closed
Required
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Kindergarten Readiness, ages 3,4, & 5

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Closed
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
KINDERGARTEN READINESS This new program is designed for children ages 3, 4, and 5.  A child must be age 3 by Oct. 31, 2022 Our time together will be focused on learning to listen, sharing, cooperating, crafts, activities, and having fun!&n...
This event is in the "History Center" group.

World War II's Day - Coffee Chat

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
This event is in the "History Center" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

World War II's Day - Coffee Chat

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: History Center
Room: History Center Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:
Come join us for “java and sidearms” (coffee and the fixings) on the second Tuesday of every month. Learn or discuss something new about the Second World War in a friendly and informal environment. Come every month or just drop in on the days you can...
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.
Sep 15 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 "Haughton Library Branch" group.

"Good Books" Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

"Good Books" Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
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: Book Club
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.
Sep 16 2022 Fri

Crochet Angels

10:00am - 11:00am
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: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Come work on various crochet projects as we learn together!  If you want to learn as a beginner - we will be glad to help you.   ...
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Lil' Literacy Learners Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Sep 16 2022 Fri

Lil' Literacy Learners Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Welcome to Lil' Literacy Learners Storytime! This storytime is geared for preschool aged children. We will introduce life skills, social skills, sensory and motor, phonics techniques and more. We will have a great time with stories, music, movemen...
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Adult Book Club Saturday

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Sep 17 2022 Sat

Adult Book Club Saturday

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:
Calling all adults to join us at the BPL Benton branch! Every 3rd Saturday 10a-12noon. If you missed the book club Wednesday evening,perhaps Saturday is a better option. Join us as we explore and discuss various books and different genres. We would b...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Walkers, Wigglers and Crawlers Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 17 2022 Sat

Walkers, Wigglers and Crawlers Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
A fun new Saturday storytime with books, songs, movement and puppets! We will do this every 3rd Saturday. ...
11 am
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Get Crafty!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Closed
Required
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Get Crafty!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Closed
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: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Get your craft on with projects for novices and experts alike! All materials provided along with in-person instruction. September we are making fall themed encouragement jars. ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Cancelled

Don't Be Scammed!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adult
Required
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Cancelled

Don't Be Scammed!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Business, Law, & Money
Event Details:
Do you want to learn how to avoid scams?  If so, join us for this informational session on various scams, especially those that target our senior citizens.  A representative from the Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office will be here to share som...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Elegant Crafts

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Elegant Crafts

11:30am - 12:30pm
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: Crafts, DIY, & Games
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Cancelled

Painter Wednesday

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Required
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Sep 14 2022 Wed

Cancelled

Painter Wednesday

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, STEAM, StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for a Fall themed story time! We will have stories, songs, movement, and painting! Registration is required to participate in the program. Parents/Caregivers must remain with their children during program. Spaces are limited. Ages 12 month...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 14 2022 Wed

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Stories, songs and crafts ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

Design with a Librarian: Dye Swirl and Floral Resin Coasters

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Closed
Required
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

Design with a Librarian: Dye Swirl and Floral Resin Coasters

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Closed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Join us for another program in our Design with a Librarian series. We will make dye swirl and floral designed coasters made from the organic substance, Resin. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required to participate in the program. Space...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.

SIT & FIT with Ms. Sandra!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

SIT & FIT with Ms. Sandra!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences, Personal Improvement, STEAM, Summer Experience
Event Details:
Adults 18+ are invited to be a part of a fun interactive group fitness experience that incorporates a variety of low impact movement.  ...
12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Adults Bingo

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Adults Bingo

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
All adults are welcome to join us at BPL Benton Branch for BINGO! Come socialize and play for your chance to win prizes! Check our website calendar and join our BPL Benton Branch FB page for so many more activities going on all year round. ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Reservation

Ed Gayle's Olde Tyme Jam

1:00pm - 3:00pm
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

Ed Gayle's Olde Tyme Jam

1:00pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting
Music jam...
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.
Sep 17 2022 Sat

Anime and Manga Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
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: 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.

Painting With Friends

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Painting With Friends

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:
Join "Painting with Friends" as we paint and craft together!!!  Join us here! ...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Elegant Crafts

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 17 2022 Sat

Elegant Crafts

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Saturday craft time!  All supplies provided.  This project is geared toward adults. ...
3 pm
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

LSU AgCenter: Youth Nutriton Lessons

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Closed
Required
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Sep 12 2022 Mon

LSU AgCenter: Youth Nutriton Lessons

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Closed
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Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Room: Plain Dealing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences, Personal Improvement
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:
LSU AgCenter will present FREE lessons on MyPlate, the different food groups, food safety, handwashing, smart snacking, and physical activity. Kids will have the opportunity to sample new foods and receive prizes for participating. Kids are encour...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Jackbox Games

3:30pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 14 2022 Wed

Jackbox Games

3:30pm - 4:30pm
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: Computers & Technology, Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Games on your tablet or smartphone in the library ...
4 pm
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.

Reading Time with Therapy Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Sep 14 2022 Wed

Reading Time with Therapy Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Mrs. Sandy and friends therapy dogs are eager for children to come and read to them.   Children under the age of 10, must have a parent or guardian, 16 years or older stay with them during the program. ...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Tween & Teen Edition

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Sep 14 2022 Wed

Dungeons & Dragons Tween & Teen Edition

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Conference Room
Age Group: Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Join us for monster of the week. Beginners and experts are welcome. ...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.

Creative Minds

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tween (Middle School)
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

Creative Minds

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tween (Middle School)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children, Tween (Middle School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
All supplies provided for crafts ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.

Line Dancing!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Sep 16 2022 Fri

Line Dancing!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Engagement & Outreach
Event Details:
Join us for some line dancing fun! We will have a volunteer show you how to line dance. Adults only ...
5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "History Center" group.

R & R with History - Other Powers: the Age of Suffrage, Spiritualism, and the Scandalous Victoria Woodhull

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen (High School), Adult
Closed
Required
This event is in the "History Center" group.
Sep 12 2022 Mon

R & R with History - Other Powers: the Age of Suffrage, Spiritualism, and the Scandalous Victoria Woodhull

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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: Book Club, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
This event is in the "History Center" group.

Trailblazer Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
This event is in the "History Center" group.
Sep 13 2022 Tue

Trailblazer Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: History Center
Room: History Center Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Engagement & Outreach, Food, Health & Sciences
Event Details:
Trailblazer RC&D is a locally sponsored and directed organization that provides assistance to improve the quality of life in local communities.  ...
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.

Tweens Book club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tween (Middle School)
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Sep 15 2022 Thu

Tweens Book club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tween (Middle School)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch
Age Group: Tween (Middle School)
Program Type: Book Club, Crafts, DIY, & Games, Movies & Film
Event Details:
Calling all TWEENS to join Miss Chelsea in Tween's Book Club at the BPL Benton branch. Be ready for fun book discussions, book ideas/suggestions, Jeopardy, Trivia games and so many more possibilities. We encourage all attendees to sign up at our...

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