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Central Library

(318) 746-1693
2206 Beckett Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Aulds Library Branch

(318) 742-2337
3950 Wayne Avenue
Bossier City, LA 71112
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Benton Library Branch

(318) 965-2751
115 Courthouse Drive
Benton, LA 71006
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Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Tue: 9:00am-7:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

East 80 Library Branch

(318) 949-2665
1050 Bellevue Road
Haughton, LA 71037
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Haughton Library Branch

(318) 949-0196
116 West McKinley
Haughton, LA 71037
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

History Center

(318) 746-7717
2206 Beckett Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Plain Dealing Library Branch

(318) 326-4233
208 East Mary Lee Avenue
Plain Dealing, LA 71064
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Tooke Library Branch

(318) 987-3915
451 Fairview Point Road
Elm Grove, LA 71051
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Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

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Laptops & Tablets

Laptops & Tablets are available to be checked out by adults with their library card and ID for a period of 1 week.  Find available laptops & tablets by simply typing "laptop" or "tablet" in the search bar.  Requires a 6-month checkout history with the library.

Launchpads

Explore, learn, play, and stay sharp with a tablet experience created just for you!  These durable tablets are pre-loaded with apps and are ready to use anytime, anywhere!  A selection of these tablets are available at all locations and can be checked out by adults with their library card for a period of 1 week.  Find available launchpads by simply typing "launchpad" in the search bar.  Requires a 6-month checkout history with the library.

WiFi Hotspots

Hotspots are available at all locations and can be checked out by adults with their library card and ID for a period of 1 week.  Find available hotspots by typing "mobile hotspot" in the search bar.  Requires a 6-month checkout history with the library.

BookClub Kits

Are you part of a book club?  Having trouble finding your next good read?  We can help!  The library offers book club kits that contain 12 copies of a book with reader’s guides.  Kits come in all age ranges and can be checked out by a book club leader for a period of 1 month.  Find available kits by searching for "book club kit" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!

Backpack Kits

Backpack kits contain a DVD, books at various reading levels, and activities focused on a STEAM topic.  Available at all locations and can be checked out by adults with their library card for a period of 2 weeks.  Find available kits by searching for "backpack kit" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!

Phonics Kits

Phonics kits contain several books that help build reading skills using phonics.  Available at all locations and can be checked out by anyone with their library card for a period of 2 weeks.  Find available kits by searching for "phonics kit" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!

History Center Time Travel Kits

Kits contain books and education materials related to local history.  Available at the History Center and can be checked out by adults with their library card for a period of 3 weeks.  Find available kits by searching for "history center kit" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!

Playaways

Full audiobooks on an mp3 player.  Available at all locations and can be checked out by anyone with their library card for a period of 2 weeks.  Requires headphones and one AAA battery.  Find available titles by searching "playaway" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!

VOX Books & WonderBooks

VOX Books & WonderBooks are printed books that provide full professional audio narration using a unique audio reader attached to the book. Studies have shown that incorporating audible narration helps users improve their reading comprehension by 75% and improve their reading accuracy by over 50%.  Find available titles of Vox Books by searching "vox books" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!  Find available titles of WonderBooks by searching "wonderbooks" in the search bar, or ask a staff member!

Board Games & Puzzles

Board games, gaming consoles, and puzzles are available for use inside select locations.  Ask library staff for more info!

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Jun 10 2023 Sat

Saturday Sprouts Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
This event is in the "Benton Library Branch" group.
Jun 10 2023 Sat

Saturday Sprouts Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Library Branch: Benton Library Branch
Room: Benton Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Come join the fun! Saturday Sprouts Storytime is the place to be on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month!  Enjoy music, movement, and more! Storytime and crafts! Don't miss out!!   ...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Walking Club

9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Walking Club

9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Personal Improvement
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Walking Club

9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Walking Club

9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Personal Improvement
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Fine Beaded Bracelets

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Fine Beaded Bracelets

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, Summer Experience
Event Details:
Together, we'll make beaded bracelets to showcase our various personal styles.   ...
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Chicken Foot Dominoes

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

Chicken Foot Dominoes

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Enjoy refreshments while you mingle and have an enjoyable time playing dominoes. ...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

All Together Now: McGehee Bees and Art Apiary: Beekeeping

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Jun 12 2023 Mon

All Together Now: McGehee Bees and Art Apiary: Beekeeping

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food, Health & Sciences, StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for an exciting event learning all about bees! A local bee farming company will present. All ages are welcome. ...
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