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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-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
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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Streaming & Downloadable eBooks, eAudiobooks, Magazines, Movies, & More

Access to all of these is FREE with your library card!  If you need a little help figuring out how to use any of these resources, we have easy online tutorials available for you.

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Libby by OverDrive

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With Libby by OverDrive, you can borrow and enjoy free eBooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, and more from your library’s digital collection directly to your mobile device or tablet.  All you need to get started is an internet connection and a library card.  You get to keep digital items you’ve borrowed for two weeks and your items simply expire from your device at the end of your borrowing period.  Not finished with it yet?  No problem, you can immediately borrow it again as long as there is no waiting list.

Hoopla

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Instantly borrow free digital movies and music 24/7.  From Hollywood blockbusters to best-selling artists you’ll soon discover that hoopla provides you the freedom to explore and enjoy what you want, when you want it.  While downloading is possible, it is not required.  Simple to access and easy to use, without the hassle of having to return the items you’ve borrowed, all you need is your library card, Internet access, and a smart phone or tablet to get started.

Kanopy

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Stream thousands of thoughtful films.  Your library and Kanopy make it easy for you to enjoy incredible films for free every month. Start watching today and discover your new favorite films.

Flipster

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Love magazines but hate them cluttering your recycling bin when you’re done?  Go digital!  Flipster is a digital magazine newsstand that provides free access to popular magazines on your computer, mobile device or tablet.  All you need is Internet access and a library card!

Pronunciator

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Habla español?  Parlez-vous français?  Deutsch sprechen?  The world’s largest language learning service, Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of over 150 different languages with self-directed lessons, live teachers, movies, music, and more.  Learn online with your library card and get the mobile app for your mobile device!

Novelist

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Know what types of books you like to read but don’t know exactly which book to read?  Like a cozy mystery, a sarcastic teen, a strong female lead, or a quirky detective?  Want to find similar books?  NoveList has been helping readers find their next favorite book for more than 20 years.  Simply create a profile with your library card and select your preferences and NoveList will search the catalog of books to help pick out ones that match your criteria.  We know there are too many books to sort through on your own, let us help!

Tumblebooks

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Who of us hasn’t imagined our favorite books coming to life?  With Tumblebooks they do just that!  An online collection of animated picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love.  Tumblebooks are created by taking existing picture books and adding animation, sound, music, and narration to produce an electronic picture book which you can read, or have read to you.  All you need is a library card and Internet access!

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Once Upon A Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Once Upon A Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us on Tuesdays to read fun stories, make neat crafts, and sing and dance! We now meet once in the morning at 10 a.m. and in the afternoon at 4 p.m. Every month there is a different theme around which we pick our books and crafts. We hope you joi...
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Chair Exercises

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Chair Exercises

10:00am - 10:45am
Adult
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Personal Improvement
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

T-Shirt Quilting

10:30am - 1:00pm
Adult
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

T-Shirt Quilting

10:30am - 1:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Come out and let's make a t-shirt quilting with different size blocks. Please register in advance there are only 5 spots available, first come first served. If the spot is full you are able to put your name on the list, if anyone should cancel you wi...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Line Dancing

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages, Adult
Cancelled
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Cancelled

Line Dancing

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages, Adult
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Back Room 1
Age Group: All Ages, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Personal Improvement
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Feb 7 2023 Tue

Chess Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (Middle School), Teen (High School), Adult
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library
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...
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
This event is in the "East 80 Library Branch" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Library Branch: East 80 Library Branch
Room: East 80 Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, STEAM, StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for Family Story Time for ages 0-8! We will have storytelling, songs, STEAM activities, crafts, movement, and more. ...
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
This event is in the "Haughton Library Branch" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Library Branch: Haughton Library Branch
Room: Haughton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games, StoryTime
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs and crafts! ...
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Wiggle Wednesdays

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Central Library" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Wiggle Wednesdays

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Kids Zone
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Event Details:
Ready to get the wiggles out? Join us for Wiggle Wednesdays every Wednesday at 11 AM for this high energy storytime where we will dance, sing, and read a fun book.  ...
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Reading Time with Therapy Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Feb 8 2023 Wed

Reading Time with Therapy Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
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 "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Feb 9 2023 Thu

Chair Exercises

10:00am - 10:45am
All Ages
This event is in the "Plain Dealing Library Branch" group.
Feb 9 2023 Thu

Chair Exercises

10:00am - 10:45am
All Ages
Library Branch: Plain Dealing Library Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Personal Improvement
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Feb 9 2023 Thu

Kindergarten Readiness, ages 3,4, & 5

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Open
Registration
This event is in the "Aulds Library Branch" group.
Feb 9 2023 Thu

Kindergarten Readiness, ages 3,4, & 5

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Open
Library Branch: Aulds Library Branch
Room: Aulds Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: StoryTime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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!&...
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Feb 9 2023 Thu

Crochet Crew

10:30am - 11:30am
Teen (High School)
This event is in the "Tooke Library Branch" group.
Feb 9 2023 Thu

Crochet Crew

10:30am - 11:30am
Teen (High School)
Library Branch: Tooke Library Branch
Room: Tooke Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (High School)
Program Type: Crafts, DIY, & Games
Event Details:
Feeling crafty? Come learn how to crochet in this beginner-friendly class! Yarn and crochet hooks provided, but feel free to bring your own!   Join us as we continue working on scarves! ...
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