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Share your love of the library on social media!

We love our community of social media fans, and that is why we invite you to become a social media ambassador! Becoming an SML Ambassador is one way for you to help us show the library's value and introduce others to the great services at the library. Read more...
Celebrate Earth Day with fun programs at the library

Come celebrate Earth Day with events encouraging you to recycle, plant seeds, and be a good steward of the planet. Earth Day is held on April 22 to bring awareness to the negative effects of pollution and encourage all to take care of the environment. Read more...
Shreve Memorial Library to host Second Annual Children's Book Festival

Save the date! Our Second Annual Children’s Book Festival takes place Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at LSU Shreveport. The family-friendly event will feature children’s book authors and illustrators, costumed characters, fun activities and more. Read more...
Submissions now open for 2019 Author Fair

We are excited to announce our 2019 Author Fair will be held Monday, May 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Broadmoor Branch. This year's Author Fair theme is Romance. We are currently accepting submissions from local authors who want to be a part of the event! Read more...
David Raines Branch to host Lupus Awareness event

May is Lupus Awareness Month, and David Raines Branch is helping you to learn more about this disease. Join us on Friday, May 10 at 1 p.m. for “Put On Purple Day” to learn more about lupus, its signs and symptoms, with Delebra Hudson, a lupus advocate. Read more...
Folk duo Friction Farm to perform at the library

Hear the quirky fun songs of modern folk duo Friction Farm at our branches on Tuesday, May 21! The husband and wife group will visit our Cedar Grove/Line Ave. Branch and Hamilton/South Caddo Branch for an afternoon of music at the library. Read more...
Borrow e-books from anywhere with your library card

Read on the move with your Shreve Memorial Library card! We have options for you to borrow e-books without visiting a library. Services such as Overdrive, Hoopla, and Tumblebooks offer e-books on your phone, tablet, or digital device. Get started today. Read more...
SML partners with LSU-Shreveport for MLA Lecture Series

This spring, we are excited to partner with LSU-Shreveport for a free lecture series at our Broadmoor Branch and Hamilton/South Caddo Branch! The MLA Lecture Series will feature faculty discussing their expertise in presentations for a general audience. Read more...
Join us for health programs this April at the library

We want you to be healthy and in-the-know when it comes to your healthcare. This April, we are hosting three health and wellness programs, including a seminar on the dangers of alcohol and drugs, a mini health fair, and a class on medical identity theft. Read more...
Sci-Port passes now available at Shreve Memorial Library

The motto for Shreve Memorial Library is “Dream. Discover. Do.” And a new program at our library gives a whole new meaning to “Do,” as patrons can now check out an experience — a visit to Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center. Read more...
Research your family history with our Genealogy Department

Do you want to discover your family’s roots? Let our Genealogy Department help you! Housed at Broadmoor Branch, the SML Genealogy Department offers classes and individual instruction to help you learn about genealogy resources at the library and online. Read more...
Read more by listening to audiobooks

Audiobooks are a great way to sneak reading into your busy schedule. We have plenty of options for you to read on the go with our audiobooks selection. Read on to learn about the formats we have for you to borrow so you can meet your learning goals. Read more...
SML Art Club Spotlights Seurat and Earle in April and May

Have you attended an SML Art Club program? We are introducing patrons to the works of famous artists and providing a chance to express your creativity. SML Art Club meets at different branches each month, and no previous artistic experience is needed. Read more...
Make a necklace for Mother’s Day with artist Karen LaBeau

Children and teens are invited to make a gift for a special someone with local artist Karen LaBeau. She will host necklace making workshops at branches this April and May before Mother’s Day. All supplies will be provided for these free hands-on programs. Read more...
Get free tutoring and study resources with your library card

What’s the secret to success at school? Using your library card! You can access tutoring and study resources online or in the library. Read on to discover Homework Louisiana, Learning Express, Lynda.com and more resources to help you learn and study. Read more...
Code your own video game this April at SML!

Teens are invited to visit our branches in April for a lesson in coding and gaming. Teens can create their very own video games as well as play some of their favorite games. Programs will be held at various branches and are open to teens age 11 to 17. Read more...
Learn how to knit at your library this April

Join us for Beginners Knitting Workshops at our branches! This class is for newbie knitters, knitter-wanna-bes, and lapsed knitters who need a refresher. Knitting guru, Peggy Svee, will teach you how to get started knitting and pass on the knit-know-how. Read more...
Get rid of test stress during Brain Yoga at the library

Testing can be stressful. That’s why we’re hosting Brain Yoga with Little You Yoga at our branches this April to ease the tension for students. Children in grades 3rd through 8th can join us to learn how to decrease stress with yoga and breathing. Read more...
Learn a new language using your library card

Did you always want to learn a new language? Get started using Pronunciator! Pronunciator is a free online learning tool available with your library card that has lessons in 98 languages. We have books, audiobooks and videos for you to learn languages. Read more...
Get cooking at your library with upcoming classes!

We are cooking this spring at the library by hosting recipe swaps and baking classes. Food lovers are invited to visit our North Caddo Branch and Main Branch for upcoming cooking classes. We also have a large assortment of cookbooks for you to borrow. Read more...
Access your library account on the go with the BookMyne App

Want to renew items or search the library catalog on your smartphone? Download the BookMyne app and get started today. This free app is available for iOS and Android devices and will let you access your library account from the palm of your hand. Read more...
Travel the world and learn about new cultures during our new reading challenge

Beginning March 1, 2019 through March 1, 2020, children ages 6-10 can sign up for the Read Around the World reading challenge at the library. The goal of the program is for children to read books that broaden their view of other cultures and places. Read more...
Puzzled by our digital services? Learn about them using our online tutorials!

Have you ever used any of our online services? Our Shreve Memorial Library Academy has free videos and instructions on how to use our online resources. Make sure to use them and you will be reading e-books and searching our databases in no time! Read more...
Have a question? Use Ask-A-Librarian!

Did you know that we have a handy way for you to ask us questions on the go? Use our Ask-A-Librarian service to chat or text with a librarian in real time if you have a question you need answered. Read more...
Learn new job skills and more at Lynda.com!

We will now offer access to lynda.com's library of instructional videos, making it easy for you to learn new skills and boost your resume. You can access lynda.com content from a computer with a web connection by entering your library card number and PIN. Read more...
Get your child reading with 1000 Books Before Kindergarten!

Shreve Memorial Library is excited to announce a program to encourage early children’s literacy — 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! The goal of the program is to read to your child every day and reach 1000 books before your child enters kindergarten. Read more...
After-School Feeding & Enrichment Programs return to library branches on August 13

As Caddo Parish students return to school on Monday, August 13, we will again offer an after-school feeding and enrichment program in partnership with the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Select branches will offer the program to children up to age 18. Read more...

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Apr 23
Preschool Story Time
Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!
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Bilingual Story Time-Ages 0-4
This program is held for children ages 0-4 and will develop their literacy skills while learning to ...
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Apr 24
Nursery Rhyme Story Time
Join us for Nursery Rhyme Time, an interactive story time geared towards young children ages 1 1/2 -...
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Mother Goose Storytime
Parents and caregivers, bring your children ages 0-3 years. We offer Mother Goose Rhymes, stories, a...
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Apr 25
30/30 Dance-a-cise for Seniors
Seniors will enjoy 30 minutes of light exercise followed by 30 minutes of healthy nutrition and food...
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Preschool Story Time
Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!
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Apr 26
Medical Identity Theft for Adults
An affiliate of AARP will explain to participants what medical identity theft is, what to do if it h...
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Advanced Computer Club
Intro to Publisher 1
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Apr 27
Learn to Speak Spanish
Are you interested in learning to speak Spanish? If so join us on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. Through thi...
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Chess Club
All ages and all levels of expertise are welcome. Come to the IS desk on 1st floor.
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