Monday, June 1st - 10:00 a.m. - Main Branch Join us for a Dinosaur-Themed Children’s Storytime. We will read books, sing songs, and enjoy a craft.

This is a fun interactive program that features a live Saxophonist, Drums, Step-Dancing, & Street Dance. All ages and families welcome!

Create a project while learning basic art techniques with Artist, Cindy Wiley.  Best for ages 6 and up.  Our younger friends may need their caregivers help. Supplies will be provided Please register online.

Tuesday, June 2nd - 2:00 p.m. Children ages 5 and up are invited to paint a birdhouse. We recommend participants wear old clothes. Younger participants will need help from their caregiver. Space is limited. Online registration opens on April 30th. Registration is now closed.

Join us for a fun play and informational session with Francheska Peterson from Families Helping Families. We will learn some dynamic ways to engage children and have family play time. No registration is required. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to cancel this program. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Thursday, June 4th at 11:00 a.m. MAIN BRANCH Join us for a T. Rex Tea Party inspired by the book Tea Rex. We will read the book and enjoy tea and cake. Participants will also enjoy dinosaur-themed crafts, a visit from our special T. Rex guests, and a tour of the Main Library’s secret garden. […]

Let’s learn how to create delicious meals like a pro while exploring new flavors and ingredients! Participants will be introduced to basic kitchen safety and cooking skills, all guided by a representative from the LSU AgCenter. Register online and please list any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Friday, June 5th at 1:00 - Main Branch Add some sparkle to your shelves! Bring a favorite book, journal, or planner—and give it a rhinestone makeover! We’ll provide the gems, glue, tools, and ideas; you bring a book and creativity. We will be by the windows in the children’s section. Registration is encouraged.

  Bring the whole family and join us for an “Animal Edventure” program. We will meet exotic animals and learn all about them. No registration is required.

Bring the whole family and join us for an “Animal Edventure” program. We will meet exotic animals and learn all about them. No registration is required.

Experience the magic of dance at The Ballet Soiree’ — a celebration of classical elegance and vibrant new works. Enjoy delightful excerpts including Puss in Boots and Little Red Riding Hood from Sleeping Beauty, the graceful swans of Swan Lake, the lively ballroom scene from Cinderella, and the bouncy fun of the contemporary piece Beach […]

Does it sink or does it float? Join us for a Dinosaur-Themed Children’s Storytime with a water activity afterward. Bring your towel and flip-flops.

Bring the whole family and join us for an engaging dino-themed show from The Story Ship. Diggery’s dinosaur experiment goes wildly wrong when a secret machine brings dinosaurs back to life! Join the audience on a time-traveling adventure to reunite a baby dinosaur with its mother — and save the world! No registration is required.

Bring the whole family and join us for an engaging dino-themed show from The Story Ship. Diggery’s dinosaur experiment goes wildly wrong when a secret machine brings dinosaurs back to life! Join the audience on a time-traveling adventure to reunite a baby dinosaur with its mother — and save the world! No registration is required.

African Tales Main Branch 10:00 a.m. Tall Tales South Branch 1:00 p.m. Discover the magic of storytelling with Phyllis Jason, fondly known as Mama SaBa! For over 30 years, Mama SaBa has brought stories to life through wordplay, song, and dance, inspiring and entertaining audiences of all ages. Children, teens, and families welcome. No registration […]

African Tales Main Branch 10:00 a.m. Tall Tales South Branch 1:00 p.m. Discover the magic of storytelling with Phyllis Jason, fondly known as Mama SaBa! For over 30 years, Mama SaBa has brought stories to life through wordplay, song, and dance, inspiring and entertaining audiences of all ages. Children, teens, and families welcome. No registration […]