A drop in program serving hot drinks, and even hotter gossip on what's new at the library, and in your community. Join us and find out what's going on here at your Haughton branch, and at your other Bossier Parish Libraries.

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.

Walk with us at Tall Timber's Park and get some exercise and fresh air. This is the perfect time for meeting new people and socializing. You can get your morning started bright and early.

Improve flexibility, enhanced balance, increased strength, reduced stressed and anxiety. Wear comfortable clothing that allows for movement.

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

Join us for stories, crafts, songs, and dance! We will be reading all about different letters of the alphabet.

Thank you for showing an interest in our Basic Computer Skills course. We have designed this program to accommodate the various needs of our users. Sign-up is Required. 

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

Welcome to Lil' Literacy Learners' Storytime!  This storytime is geared towards preschool-aged children where they'll learn to sit, listen, share and communicate with others their age in a fun environment. 

Calling all adults! This is a "Senior Social, " BUT you don't have to be a senior to qualify! It’s a lot of fun! We may craft, recipe swap, play games, etc. Come see us & bring a friend! 

Join us and create a diamond masterpiece. 

Adults: Register to Decorate Your Own Fall Scarecrow!

Get creative this fall by painting your very own ceramic scarecrow. All supplies are provided.

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

Wiggles are back! Come get your wiggles out every Wednesday starting at 11:30 in the Children’s Activity Room. We'll enjoy reading a fun story each week. 

Sign up for Sit and Fit, a chair exercise that is low impact and low mobility, but helps to keep you active!

Sit and Fit meets on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of each month. For adults only.

Registration is required. 

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

This month we will be discussing The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.

This month we will be discussing The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton

Visit the library every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30 P.M. inside the East 80 Meeting room, for our Discovery Play program!

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

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

Calling all adults to join us at the Benton Branch!  Join us as we explore and discuss various books and different genres.  Everyone reads a book of their choice and shares their thoughts and input!  We would be happy for you to sto

Read to a therapy dog! We have trained therapy dogs available who are ready to hear some stories. 

Come unwind and decompress after school with some relaxing art therapy, free snacks included! Decorate fall candles or relax with some coloring and origami!

Drop by the teen area anytime between 4-7 PM.

Ages 12-18

Teens can watch new Anime shows and movies, talk about their favorite shows and Manga series, and show off their Cosplay! You don't need to register. Snacks will be provided. 

Meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

Children, Tweens, and Teens welcome to The Youth Chess Club at Benton Branch! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced chess player, feel free to join this group. Chess boards are provided, but bringing your own helps!

Join us for a monthly adventure! We invite you to Travel the World with us. We'll explore a new destination each month, discovering fascinating facts, tasting a local snack, enjoying music, and creating a craft inspired by each unique location.

Making a homemade bird feeder, creating by binding bird seed to binder with peanut butter. 

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!

Teens are invited to come hang out and share their interests with one another! Teen scene is influenced by the teens and what they want to see and do.

Join us at Central to create art. Beginners and pros alike are welcome! All materials will be supplied and refreshments will be served.

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!

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