Calendar

One Book One Parish

October 22, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Atkins Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss Michelle Obama's "Becoming". Appellate Judge of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, Judge Shonda D. Stone will facilitate a lively discussion about work, parenting and politics and how to balance it all.

Adult DIY Projects with Cement Series

October 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Atkins Meeting Room

Whoever thought that using cement could be so much fun! If you are interested in learning how to make planters, pots and other cool things, join us in this DIY Workshop series.

Poetry Knack for Teens

October 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Atkins Youth Services Area

Teens will enjoy the word play in this program. Building Poetry from Scratch will encourage youth to build their expression from not just the words around them but from materials around them as well. Join us as we learn to express ourselves with words and other materials.

Adult Guided Meditation Class & Workshop

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Atkins Meeting Room

An introductory meditation workshop for adults gives participants insight on what meditation can do for them. This workshop and class can teach you how to begin meditating to improve focus, perspective and mental well-being.

Make and Go: KEVA Mazes

October 30, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Atkins Meeting Room

Children ages 5-10 are invited to become a maze master by combining precision-engineered KEVA planks with a variety of nifty maze-making apparatus to build a 3D puzzle of your design. Please join us!

Family Fall Fun Fair

October 31, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM @ Atkins Meeting Room

If you are looking for a fun-filled evening with the family, come join us while we indulge in a few tricks and a few treats. This program will have something for the entire family to enjoy!

Paint Party - a Jack o’Lantern or Pumpkin to Paint

October 24, 2019, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ Belcher-Wyche

Join us Friday afternoon in painting a Jack-O-Lantern or a Pumpkin that you can use all Fall. All supplies will be provided. I'm not an artist so come paint with me. It'll be FUN!!

HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Belcher-Wyche

It's HALLOWEEN!!! Come Trick-or-Treating at the Belcher Branch Library.

Drop in Story time: Fall!

October 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

We will be reading books like, Nursery Rhymes, Pumpkin Pumpkin, Fall Leaves, It's Pumpkin Time and Moonlight the Halloween Cat. We will also have optional Flannel board stories and puzzle and color sheet handouts.

Drop in Story time: Fall!

October 23, 2019, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

We will be reading books like, Nursery Rhymes, Pumpkin Pumpkin, Fall Leaves, It's Pumpkin Time and Moonlight the Halloween Cat. We will also have optional Flannel board stories and puzzle and color sheet handouts.

Drop in Story time: Fall!

October 24, 2019, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

We will be reading books like, Nursery Rhymes, Pumpkin Pumpkin, Fall Leaves, It's Pumpkin Time and Moonlight the Halloween Cat. We will also have optional Flannel board stories and puzzle and color sheet handouts.

Music & Movement Story Time

October 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Story time for toddlers with a focus on movement, music, rhythm, and rhyme.

Music & Movement Story Time

October 22, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Story time for toddlers with a focus on movement, music, rhythm, and rhyme.

Ask-A-Lawyer

October 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Shreve Memorial Library Broadmoor Branch, in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) and the Louisiana Library Association (LLA), is presenting its sixth annual “Lawyers in Libraries” statewide program on Oct. 22nd. Attorney Angela Waltman will provide free individual consultations on legal issues (the clinic DOES NOT handle criminal cases) beginning at 1:00pm. The program is free and open to the public.

TACT: TeenTober Arts & Crafts

October 22, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Story Room

Teens between the ages of 11-17 are invited to TACT. Each month, teens will be challenged to create original pieces using different mediums.

One Book One Parish: Movie Screening

October 22, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

One Book One Parish unites Caddo Parish by promoting one book title throughout Shreve Memorial Library’s 21 branches during the month of October. The public was given an opportunity to select this year’s title from July 22 to August 4, and the winning title selected was Becoming by Michelle Obama. Broadmoor will be will have a movie screenings of Southside With You (PG-13), the romantic retelling of Michelle and Barack Obama’s first date. Discussion will follow the film.

Little Listeners Story Time

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Enjoy an interactive story time with your child that includes Early Literacy fun with books, songs, and body movement.

Little Listeners Story Time

October 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Enjoy an interactive story time with your child that includes Early Literacy fun with books, songs, and body movement

Gamer Wednesday

October 23, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Children & Teens are invited to play multi-player games on the Nintendo Wii or Nintendo Switch.

Broadmoor Song Circle

October 23, 2019, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Join us for an acoustic jam! Everyone is welcome!

How to Conduct an Effective Meeting

October 23, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Are you tired of going to meetings where nothing is accomplished? Have you even thought, “There was 10 minutes of learning, but the meeting took two hours?” Through the techniques of brainstorming, multi voting and building a consensus, ideas can be shared, quickly identified, and prioritized, and everyone leaves with a to do and on the same page. These techniques have numerous applications.

Presented by Ardie Cesario

Baby Bounce: A Lapsit Story Time

October 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Story time designed especially for babies and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and stories. Recommended for newborns to approximately 18 months. Older siblings are welcome to join and are encouraged to bring their own “baby” stuffed animal.

Preschool Story Time

October 24, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Preschool Story Time is geared towards children 3-5 years old. Age-appropriate book selections are enhanced by music, movement, crafts, and other activities.

Pokemon Trainer Club

October 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

This program is a free play and open Pokemon Trading Card Game event focused on trading, battling, and discussion. Occasional tournament events will be held. Patrons can bring their own cards or use one of the library's decks.

Teen Scene: Scary Movie Night

October 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Story Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to Scary Movie Night in the Youth Services Story Room.

Twisted Stitchers

October 24, 2019, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Broadmoor Study Room A

Bring your works in progress and questions to Twisted Stitchers! All levels and all needle and yarn crafts welcome. Please contact Information Services for more information.

Builder Club

October 25, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Families and children will build using LEGO and Duplo blocks. Individuals will have the choice to either build along our weekly theme or build something from their own imagination.

Mystery Science Theater 3000 Movie Night

October 25, 2019, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us After Hours at Broadmoor for some cheesy movie fun as the crew of Mystery Science Theater 3000 takes on this gem from 1976 about man-eating worms! This program is age-appropriate for viewers 12 and up, though because it is an after-hours event patrons under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have a signed permission slip (please call Broadmoor Information Services at 318-869-0120 for details).

Saturday Story Time

October 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Saturday Story Time is geared towards families who work during the week. Join us as we read stories, sing songs and even make a fun craft as you create memories with your little ones.

Family Game Day

October 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Join us in the Youth Services Department for a Family Game Day. Feel free to bring your own game or play one from our selection of board games and card games. This program is perfect for families and children of all ages.

Blast-Off Bingo

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Calling all kids and teens- Join us for bingo to win a prize that is out of this world!

Genealogy Class: Find a Grave

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Broadmoor Tech Center

Class attendees will be instructed on how to navigate and use the Find A Grave website, to include registering for an online account, conducting varies searches and how to add a memorial. Please RSVP with the Genealogy Department.

Guided Meditation

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Join us for an hour of guided meditation, brought to you by Sahaja Yoga Meditation. All levels of expertise welcome - beginner through advanced - no previous experience needed!

Author Book Signing: Ian Loftin

October 26, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Come meet local author Ian Loftin and purchase a signed copy of his new book "Nightmare Salad", an anthology of novellas featuring an ample mixture of horror and humor, just in time for Halloween!

Scratch Saturday: Game Design

October 26, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Broadmoor Tech Center

Youth ages 8 - 15 are invited to join in our Scratch programming course. We will be using the Google CS Game Design curriculum. Sign up is required. Maximum of 10 participants.

Depression Exhibit Reception

October 27, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Broadmoor Reading Room

Dr. Lucienne Simon's artwork inspired by the Stock Market Crash and Great Depression will be displayed for the public viewing and will run through December 5th.

Computer Class: Gale Legal Forms

October 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Broadmoor Tech Center

Class space is limited and registration is required. Please contact the Information Services Department for more information or to register for this class.

MLA Lecture Series

October 28, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

[We have two talks scheduled this evening, featuring two of our thesis students; each talk will be 20 minutes long, with questions afterwards]

Speaker: Sarah Hamer: “Dr Butler and the Shreveport Narcotics Clinic”

A historian, story-teller, and writer, Sarah Hamer found the MLA program at LSUS to be the perfect fit for her. She also teaches various forms of fiction writing at the Continuing Education Department at LSUS.

Speaker: Lucy Medvec: “The History of the Strand Theater”

Lucy Medvec is the current National Director of Membership and Development for the American Rose Society headquartered in Shreveport, Louisiana. With over 27 years in nonprofit experience, she is passionate about the arts and life in our community. She is currently working on her thesis in the Master of Liberal Arts program at LSU-Shreveport and in her spare time is an avid reader of all literary genres.

Music & Movement Story Time

October 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Story time for toddlers with a focus on movement, music, rhythm, and rhyme.

Music & Movement Story Time

October 29, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Story time for toddlers with a focus on movement, music, rhythm, and rhyme.

TACT: TeenTober Arts & Crafts

October 29, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Story Room

Teens between the ages of 11-17 are invited to TACT. Each month, teens will be challenged to create original pieces using different mediums.

Cut the Craft! club

October 29, 2019, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Indulge your inner craftiness with Broadmoor's Cut the Craft! club. This month we will create a wine bottle jack-o-lanterns. Space is limited and registration is required. Please contact the Information Services Department for more information or to register for this program.

Little Listeners Story Time

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Enjoy an interactive story time with your child that includes Early Literacy fun with books, songs, and body movement.

Little Listeners Story Time

October 30, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Enjoy an interactive story time with your child that includes Early Literacy fun with books, songs, and body movement

Gamer Wednesday

October 30, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Children & Teens are invited to play multi-player games on the Nintendo Wii or Nintendo Switch.

Genealogy Class: Black Civil War Veterans

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Study Room A

This presentation will talk about the black soldiers who were part of the Union Army during the Civil War and settled in Caddo Parish after the War. There will be information on how to research their service.

Halloween Movie Night

October 30, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Broadmoor Meeting Room

Just for Halloween we'll be showing THE MONSTER SQUAD! If the Goonies ever had to fight monsters, it would go a little something like this... This movie is rated PG-13.

Mad Hatter Tea Party

October 31, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

Children and their caregivers are invited to a Mad Hatter Tea Party. Join us as we watch Alice in Wonderland, enjoy refreshments, and make a fun Mome Rath craft. Call the Broadmoor Branch at 318-869-0120 for more details.

Fall Fest & Trunk-or-Treat

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Broadmoor

In partnership with the residents of Captain Shreve and Shreve Island, Broadmoor will be hosting a trunk-or-treat as part of our fall Fest. The library will provide games, crafts, and activities for all ages. This event is free and open to everyone.

Pokemon Trainer Club

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Area

This program is a free play and open Pokemon Trading Card Game event focused on trading, battling, and discussion. Occasional tournament events will be held. Patrons can bring their own cards or use one of the library's decks.

Teen Scene: Fall Fest

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Broadmoor Youth Services Story Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to Teen Fall Fest in the Youth Services Story Room. We will have Halloween inspired games.

Basic Computer Skills

October 22, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

TeenTOBER Tuesdays: Halloween Wreaths!

October 22, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Explore your creative ability and create a Halloween wreath with paper crafts! Ages: 11-17

Toastmasters Public Speaking Class

October 22, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Join us for a free public speaking class and learn how to speak and present compellingly, think quickly and clearly, listen effectively, and become a strong leader. For more information call 868-3890.

Basic Computer Skills

October 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

Bricks!

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Kids will free build with Legos, K-nex and other building blocks.

Learn to Speak Spanish

October 23, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Are you interested in learning to speak Spanish? If so join us on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Through this class you will learn about the Spanish culture as well as the language. Classes are for teens and adults. For more information call 868-3890.

Basic Computer Skills

October 24, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

Basic Computer Skills

October 25, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

Fall Fest @ The Grove

October 25, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Come out and join us for our annual Fall Fest. We will have a story walk, games, and crafts. Fun for the whole family. For more information call 868-3890.

Learn to Speak Spanish

October 26, 2019, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Are you interested in learning to speak Spanish? If so join us on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. Through this class you will learn about the Spanish culture as well as the language. Classes are for teens and adults. For more information call 868-3890.

Cinema Saturdays!

October 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

These three witches are known for stirring up trouble! Join us as we watch Hocus Pocus (Rated PG)! All ages

Basic Computer Skills

October 28, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

Mad Hatter Un-Birthday Tea

October 28, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Join us in the land where things become curiouser and curiouser! We will create wacky crafts and enjoy a movie and loads of other fun! For ages 4-11. Seating is limited. For more information call 868-3890.

Basic Computer Skills

October 29, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

TeenTOBER Tuesdays: Paint a Pumpkin!

October 29, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Teens will express their creativity by decorating small foam pumpkins in the spirit of Halloween! Ages: 11-17

Toastmasters Public Speaking Class

October 29, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Join us for a free public speaking class and learn how to speak and present compellingly, think quickly and clearly, listen effectively, and become a strong leader. For more information call 868-3890.

Basic Computer Skills

October 30, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

Bricks!

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Kids will free build with Legos, K-nex and other building blocks.

Learn to Speak Spanish

October 30, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Are you interested in learning to speak Spanish? If so join us on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Through this class you will learn about the Spanish culture as well as the language. Classes are for teens and adults. For more information call 868-3890.

Basic Computer Skills

October 31, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Youth Services Area

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? If so join us for a one-on-one computer class. For more information call 868-3890.

YPR- Young People in Recovery

October 31, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Cedar Grove / Line Avenue Meeting Room

Are you or someone you know struggling with alcohol or substance addiction? Young People in Recovery along with Shreve Memorial Library Cedar Grove/ Line Ave. Branch will host Young People in Recovery Meetings every other Thursday from 5:00 PM -6:00 PM. YPR-Shreveport chapter engages young people in seeking recovery and their allies in communities across the country to take a stand for recovery. The Shreveport Chapter supports young people in seeking recovery by empowering them to obtain stable employment, secure suitable housing, and continue and complete their educations. The Shreveport Chapter also advocates on the local and state levels for better accessibility of these services and other effective recovery resources. This program is free and open to the public. For more information please contact Z. Washington @318-573-5408 or email Z.washington@youngpeopleinrecovery.org.

Craft Corner

October 22, 2019, 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Children & Teens are invited to get creative at our after school craft corner.

Tech Assistance

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ David Raines Tech Center

Do you need assistance with your phone, tablet, or other device? Make an appointment for one-on-one help with your device! Appointments will be available between 10 AM and 3 PM every Wednesday. Please sign up at the David Raines Branch or give us a call at 318-222-0824.

Make&Go: KEVA Mazes

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

“Children ages 5-10 are invited to become a maze master by combining precision-engineered KEVA planks with a variety of nifty maze-making apparatus to build a 3D puzzle of your design.”

Computer Classes

October 23, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ David Raines Tech Center

Basic to advanced computer class

Jack-O-Lantern Painting

October 24, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Join us as we paint a Jack-O-Lantern!

Teen Time: Boardgame Night

October 24, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Teens are invited to come play boardgames. We have a variety of different games. From classics like Candyland and Clue to card games like Uno, we have a game for everyone.

PreK Storytime

October 25, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Bring your child (ages 2-4) out to enjoy a fun, interactive read aloud!

Coding in Scratch

October 25, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ David Raines Tech Center

Join us for the fourth of four classes in coding this October. Open to ages 8-15. Space is limited, so please register by classing the branch at 318-222-0824.

Family Game Night

October 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Spend time with family and friends playing a variety of games!

Bingo

October 26, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Join us for a fun-filled morning of Bingo!

Coffee & Coloring

October 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Adults are invited to join us for Coffee, Coloring and Conversation. Coloring Books and coffee provided.

Computer Classes

October 28, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ David Raines Tech Center

Basic to advanced computer class

Recycled Planters

October 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Join us in making an eco-friendly and adorable recycled plastic bottle planter.

Backpacks and Study Snacks

October 29, 2019, 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Teens are invited to come to the library to work on homework in a quiet environment. Snacks will be provided to all who participate.

Tech Assistance

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ David Raines Tech Center

Do you need assistance with your phone, tablet, or other device? Make an appointment for one-on-one help with your device! Appointments will be available between 10 AM and 3 PM every Wednesday. Please sign up at the David Raines Branch or give us a call at 318-222-0824.

Creative Writing Meet Up

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Love to write? Never tried it? Come hang out with us at Raines where we'll work together to encourage and strengthen our writing abilities. Ages 11-18 welcome!

Computer Classes

October 30, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ David Raines Tech Center

Basic to advanced computer class

Crochet Academy: Mini Pumpkin

October 31, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Bring your favorite orange yarn and H hook and join us as we learn how to crochet a cute little pumpkin!

Fall Fun Fest

October 31, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ David Raines Meeting Room

Celebrate Halloween with cotton candy and puffy slime!

Movie Event

October 24, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Gilliam

Come join us for a showing of the movie "Lion" with popcorn!

Spider Web Craft & Goody Bags

October 28, 2019, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM @ Gilliam

Come make a simple DIY Spiderweb craft and enjoy some early Halloween candy with treat bags!

2019 Halloween Family Fall Fest

October 22, 2019, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Families are invited to our 2019 Halloween Fall Fest from 5:00pm-7:00pm, Come out and enjoy crafts, games, photo op, and other fun activities. Don't forget to stop by our Mad Scientist Lab to make some spooky science creations!

Mother Goose Storytime: Teddy Bear Picnic

October 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Parents and caregivers, bring your children ages 0-3 years for adventures in learning! We offer Mother Goose Rhymes, stories, process art with lots of movement and activity.

Mother Goose Playtime!

October 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

This program is for families with children ages 0-3. The child will be exposed to music and activities with a Mother Goose theme to help develop gross and fine motor skills while increasing vocabulary and other literacy skills.

Just 4Teens: Play It Loud! Game Day

October 23, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to come and experience games from the Xbox to Wii. There will also be card and board games.

DAT Balloon Show

October 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Make&Go: Handmade Light-Up Greeting Cards

October 24, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Adults are invited to get creative with Handmade Light-Up Greeting Cards. Attendees will decorate a greeting card and learn how to light it up using paper circuits. All supplies will be provided

Just 4Teens: Thrilling Thursday, STEAM On!

October 24, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Tens ages 11-17 are invited to our Engineering Challenge. The challenge will be to see how tall a freestanding tower you can build using just index cards.

Author Talk & Book Signing: Shaun Cooper

October 24, 2019, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Reading Room

Join the Hamilton/South Caddo Branch and author, Shaun Cooper, as he discusses his new book, "The Journey to Greatness." The book signing and author talk will take place on Thursday, October 24 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Unmasking Domestic Violence - Awareness Program

October 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Join us for a Domestic Violence Awareness Program featuring special guests and speakers including:

• Dr. Raymond Hicks, Educational & Management Consultant
• Deputy Vicki Johnson, Caddo Sheriff's Department
• Norma Whitaker, President and CEO of You Are Not Alone
• Sandra Carr, Domestic violence survivor
• Jidedra Williams & Chanel Willis, Project Celebration
• and Elizabeth Gibson, Attorney

Adult Coloring Program

October 25, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Coloring is not just for kids! Come have fun and relax! All supplies will be provided -- No registration required

Just 4Teens: Teen Scary Movie Matinee, Truth or Dare (Rated PG-13)

October 25, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Gather your friends and come to the library for a scary movie! Popcorn and juice will be served. This program is appropriate for ages 11-17.

Meditation Workshop

October 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Please join us for a free Meditation Workshop. Find peace within by learning how to meditate. Presented by Sahaja Yoga, this is a guided session to help you relax and balance yourself. No experience or special equipment needed. For more information www.dfwmeditation.org.

Super Science Saturday

October 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Join us for fun stories, songs and all kinds of STEAM activities to help develop higher-level thinking skills!!!!!

Author Event: Ramona Freeman

October 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Reading Room

Join us for an author talk and book signing featuring Ramona Freeman, author of Prayer: My Incense to God. Her book is a composition of prayers created over the years for various topics. Copies of the book will be available to purchase.

LGBT+ Book Club

October 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Rhino Coffee - Uptown

Join us for a lively discussion of books related to LGBT+ issues. This month we are reading Little and Lion by Brandy Colbert. All are welcome!

Bingo for Seniors

October 26, 2019, 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Come and join us for bingo, and a chance to win some great prizes. Even if you have never played before, bingo is fun and easy to master.

Technology Class: Publisher 2016 (Creating 2020 Calendars) Part 2 of 3

October 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Tech Center

Students will be continue to create the 2020 calendar putting in pictures and adding quotes to their calendars.

Just 4Teens: Maker Mania Monday, Oil & Chalk Pastel Pictures

October 28, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to join us for a chalk and oil pastel picture comparison. All supplies will be provided.

"Make&Go": KEVA Mazes"

October 28, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

"Children ages 5-10 are invited t become a maze master by combining precision-engineered KEVA planks with a variety of nifty maze-making apparatus to build a 3D puzzle of your design."

Resin Art

October 29, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Join us for Resin Art! Participants will choose from a variety of shapes to create including paperweights, pen cups, jewelry trays, and more! All supplies are provided, registration is not required. Geared towards adults.

Just 4Teens: Healthy Eating/Healthy Living Seminar Series

October 29, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to our Healthy Eating/Healthy Living Seminar series. Pre-teens and teens will learn how to make healthy food choices when at home and school. There will also be a different healthy snack served during each series session.

Pajama Time Storytime: Monsters!

October 29, 2019, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Pajama Time is an evening program for families with children of all ages. We play and inform through stories, crafts, games, movies, and other fun activities. Come in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal!

Mother Goose Storytime: Bats & Owls/Forest Animals

October 30, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

Parents and caregivers, bring your children ages 0-3 years for adventures in learning! We offer Mother Goose Rhymes, stories, process art with lots of movement and activity.

Mother Goose Playtime!

October 30, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Small Meeting Room

This program is for families with children ages 0-3. The child will be exposed to music and activities with a Mother Goose theme to help develop gross and fine motor skills while increasing vocabulary and other literacy skills.

Just 4Teens: Play It Loud! Game Day

October 30, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to come experience games from the Xbox to Wii. Grab a friend and also play your favorite board and card games!

Preschool Storytime: " Monster Ball"

October 31, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Nurture your child’s love of books and the public library while having a great time! Have fun with your child by engaging in stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts and so much more. This program is geared towards children ages 3 to 5 years old accompanied by their favorite adult.

Just 4Teens: Monthly Movie Matinee, Happy Death 2 You (Rated PG-13)

October 31, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Large Meeting Room

Teens ages 11-17 are invited to bring a friend and enjoy our monthly movie matinee!

Word 2016 (Thanksgiving cards)

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Hamilton / South Caddo Tech Center

Students will be personalizing Thanksgiving cards while they are learning to use the Word 2016 program.

Kid's Cafe - After School Feeding Program

October 22, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for a snack and lots of FUN after school! Ages 0-18 Welcome!

DAT Balloons Around the World

October 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Balloons Around the World Day celebrates marvels we have all experienced! Balloons are amazing with DAT!

Kid's Cafe - After School Feeding Program

October 23, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for a snack and lots of FUN after school! Ages 0-18 Welcome!

Kid's Cafe - After School Feeding Program

October 24, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for a snack and lots of FUN after school! Ages 0-18 Welcome!

Coffee & Conversation

October 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for morning coffee and pastries as we visit with people in our community.

Kid's Cafe - After School Feeding Program

October 29, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for a snack and lots of FUN after school! Ages 0-18 Welcome!

Kid's Cafe - After School Feeding Program

October 30, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for a snack and lots of FUN after school! Ages 0-18 Welcome!

Kid's Cafe - After School Feeding Program

October 31, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Higginbotham-Bryson

Join us for a snack and lots of FUN after school! Ages 0-18 Welcome!

Preschool Story-Time: Five Senses

October 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Learning can be fun! come and learn about the 5 senses at our preschool story-time. Story-time will consist of reading, singing and dancing.

Senior Movie Day

October 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Join us for movie and popcorn. We will be showing "Ma".

Preschool Story-Time: Five Senses

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Learning can be fun! come and learn about the 5 senses at our preschool story-time. Story-time will consist of reading, singing and dancing.

SML Make & Go: Make Your Own Kaleidoscope (TeenTober)

October 23, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Teens will learn how to make their own colorful kaleidoscopes to explore light, reflections, and symmetry. Ages 10-17.

Bingo Day

October 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

You are invited. Let's play bingo! Ages 18 and over.

Mixed Mind Monday: Lego Club

October 28, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Join us for Lego club. Children will use their imagination to build and create. Ages 5-10

Preschool Story-Time: I Like Me

October 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Come join us. You are invited! A preschool story-time about self love. There will be reading, singing and dancing.

Trick or Treat Tuesday: Halloween Crafts

October 29, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Trick or Treat Tuesday! Join us for Halloween craft making. Ages 5-10

Preschool Story-Time: I Like Me

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Come join us. You are invited! A preschool story-time about self love. There will be reading, singing and dancing.

TeenTober: Scary Nights

October 30, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Hollywood / Union Avenue Meeting Room

Teens are invited to come out and listen to scary stories. Do you have a scary story that you would like to tell, if so come out and share your spooky story.

Monster Masks

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM @ Hosston

Who is your favorite Monster? Children are in invited to come in and decorate your favorite Monster Mask.

Monster Masks

October 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM @ Hosston

Who is your favorite Monster? Children are in invited to come in and decorate your favorite Monster Mask.

Make a Mummy

October 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM @ Hosston

Children are invited to come in and make there own mummy using yarn.

Make a Mummy

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM @ Hosston

Children are invited to come in and make there own mummy using yarn.

Lawyers in Libraries: Ask-A-Lawyer

October 22, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

Ebonee Norris with the Norris Law Group will be here to answer your questions about civil law. Call us at 226-5897 to sign up for a spot. Criminal law questions will not be answered, only civil law will be discussed.

Computer Basics Class

October 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Main Library Tech Center: Classroom

Learn computer basics and how to use a keyboard and mouse and how to use the internet. No registration required, but there will be no entrance allowed after the class has begun.

Books & Brats Book Club

October 24, 2019, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ The Missing Link

This month's book will be Shreve Memorial Library's 2019 One Book, One Parish book titled "Becoming" by Michelle Obama.

Lawyers in Libraries: Ask-a-Lawyer

October 24, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

Local lawyers will be here to answer your civil law questions.

Legobration

October 24, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ 2nd Floor

Legos, coloring and crafts available at your kids' convenience!

Magic Carpet Storytime: Halloween Fun!

October 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Main

We talk, sing, read, write, and play at this preschool storytime! We will open with a song, read two Halloween stories, sing "It's Halloween Time", and do a pumpkin craft. Featuring the titles Pete the Cat Trick or Pete by James Dean and Clifford's Halloween by Norman Birdwell.

Lawyers in Libraries: Workshop on Estate Planning

October 25, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

Ebonee Norris with the Norris Law Group will be here to give a presentation on on estate planning.

Girls Who Code

October 25, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Main Library Tech Center: Classroom

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology. Our programs educate, equip, and inspire girls with the computing skills they’ll need to pursue 21st century opportunities.

Sahaja Yoga & Meditation

October 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Main Library Eaves Room

Sahaja Yoga Meditation is good for the heart, mind, body and soul. It reduces stress and increases wellness. While revitalizing the Inner Energy, it helps you achieve a state of Thoughtless Awareness when your mind is calmed. You’ll enjoy better focus and balance. Anyone can do it!

Storytime Station

October 26, 2019, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM @ Main > Main Library Youth Services Area

Come in anytime between 10:30 am and 3:30pm for a story. For children ages 4-8.

Drop-in & Craft-out

October 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Main-Youth Services Area 2nd Floor

Stop by anytime between 11am and 4pm and do some crafting. This program is for teens and tweens

Anime Club featuring Utakoi and The Royal Tutor

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

Engaging old and new fans of Japanese animation into Japanese culture through viewing Japanese cartoons, movies, language lessons, and Japanese snack tasting.

Computer Basics Class

October 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Main Library Tech Center: Classroom

Learn computer basics and how to use a keyboard and mouse and how to use the internet. No registration required, but there will be no entrance allowed after the class has begun.

Computer Basics Class

October 30, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Main Library Tech Center: Classroom

Learn computer basics and how to use a keyboard and mouse and how to use the internet. No registration required, but there will be no entrance allowed after the class has begun.

Fan Favorites Double Feature

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

"Corpse Bride" and "Beetlejuice" will be shown.

Marvel-ous Thursdays

October 31, 2019, 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

We will be watching the whole series of Marvel Movies one per week. To wrap up our series we'll be screening "Captain Marvel" and "Avengers: Endgame"

Halloween: Trick or Treat With Us

October 31, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ Main Library Eaves Room

Celebrate Halloween with us with face painting, a selfie station, treat bag decorations, and trick or treating.

Legobration

October 31, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ 2nd Floor

Legos, coloring and crafts available at your kids' convenience!

Mad Hatter Un-Birthday Tea Party

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Come join us for a Mad Hatters Un-Birthday Tea Party and finish your Mad Hatter scratch board project.

Coffee Time

October 25, 2019, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Join us for a special homemade treat, coffee, fellowship and a time for checking out books.

Halloween Party

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Come join us for a Halloween Party that includes drawing jack o lanterns and painting them with watercolors,

Read Me A Story! Ages 0-4

October 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Using the five simple practices recommended by Every Child Ready to Read Organization, Read Me A Story helps Children ages 0-4 to develop important pre-literacy skills. Come join us at Mooretown Branch.

Email Class

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Register for an Email Account. Learn how to send and attach files. Registration is Required.

Game Time!

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Children ages 5-10 can enjoy friendly competition and stimulate their brains with board games, PS-4 games, Air Hockey, and more @ Mooretown Branch Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 5:00 P.M.

TEENTober: S.T.E.A.M.

October 23, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Using S.T.E.A.M. principles, Tweens and Teens will create their very own Comic Book at Mooretown Branch on Wednesday, October 23 from 5:00PM to 6:00PM.

30/30 Dance-a-cise for Seniors

October 24, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Seniors will enjoy 30 minutes of light exercise followed by 30 minutes of healthy nutrition and food choices to enhance their changing lifestyle.

Bust-A-Move for Health-Ages 5-10

October 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Exercise helps youth develop physically and psychologically, so, let's Bust a Move for Health! Learn new dance moves and have fun while you exercise!

Adult Coloring Class with Dr. Brenda Richardson

October 25, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Free Adult Coloring Class at Mooretown Branch. Coloring supplies will be available. Come and reduce your stress and relax your mind.

Mad Hatter's Un-Birthday Party

October 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Don't be late for this very important date! Join us for a fun Mad Hatter Un-Birthday Party at Mooretown Branch on Friday, October 25th from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. We will have crafts, games, and karaoke. Ages 11 and Under.

TEENTober: Game Day

October 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Teens and Tweens can enjoy friendly competition and stimulate their brains with board games, PS 4 games, air hockey, and more at Mooretown Branch.

Sistah Circle Book Club - Two Down the Inconvenient Truth

October 26, 2019, 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Members will review the novel "Two Down the Inconvenient Truth" by Suzetta Perkins

Artist Trading Card Club

October 28, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Patrons of all ages can create Artist Trading Cards they can then trade with other patrons at other branches of the SML System. Join us at Mooretown every Monday for an afternoon of art and fun!

Read Me A Story! Ages 0-4

October 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Using the five simple practices recommended by Every Child Ready to Read Organization, Read Me A Story helps Children ages 0-4 to develop important pre-literacy skills. Come join us at Mooretown Branch.

Game Time!

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Children ages 5-10 can enjoy friendly competition and stimulate their brains with board games, PS-4 games, Air Hockey, and more @ Mooretown Branch Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 5:00 P.M.

30/30 Dance-a-cise for Seniors

October 31, 2019, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Seniors will enjoy 30 minutes of light exercise followed by 30 minutes of healthy nutrition and food choices to enhance their changing lifestyle.

Bust-A-Move for Health-Ages 5-10

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Mooretown Meeting Room

Exercise helps youth develop physically and psychologically, so, let's Bust a Move for Health! Learn new dance moves and have fun while you exercise!

Senior Games

October 22, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Mooringsport

Join local seniors and play cards, Dominoes and other games.

Senior Games

October 24, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Mooringsport

Join local seniors and play cards, Dominoes and other games.

TEEN CAFE

October 25, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Mooringsport

Local teens come together for coffee/tea to socialize and unwind after school.

Senior Games

October 29, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Mooringsport

Join local seniors and play cards, Dominoes and other games.

Handmade Light-Up Greeting Cards

October 29, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Mooringsport

“Adults are invited to get creative with Handmade Light-Up Greeting Cards. Attendees will create a Halloween card and learn how to light it up using paper circuits. All supplies will be provided.”

Senior Games

October 31, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Mooringsport

Join local seniors and play cards, Dominoes and other games.

Tai Chi

October 22, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Learn how Tai Chi can improve your core strength and balance. Be a healthier version of you.

Classic Matinee

October 22, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Come enjoy a great movie: Stagecoach. Classics and great movies you want to see again.

Kid Cafe

October 22, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Game Day

October 22, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Game Day is open to all ages! We play video, card, and board games as well as several other fun things!

Kid Cafe

October 23, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Kid Cafe

October 24, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Imagineers: Chemical Reactions

October 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Come explore of world of STEAM! We will be investigating Chemical Reactions! For Ages 10 and Under

The Quilting Club

October 25, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Learn basic rotary cutting, piecing techniques and other sewing tips. This class is free and supplies are available on site.

Kid Cafe

October 25, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Cooking With Mrs. Rose

October 26, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cooking with Mrs. Rose, Saturday at 10:00 AM. You don't want to miss this! Mrs. Rose will teach wonderful, you can do at home, recipes. All recipe supplies provided.

Pinterest DIY Crafts

October 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

We'll explore the fascinating world of do-it-yourself projects. Discover new and interesting ideas. We will be making Santa Skeletons.

Family Movie Matinee

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Come enjoy a family friendly movie! Open to all ages. Showing: Shazam!

Jack O Lantern/ Pumpkin Paint Party

October 28, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Don't miss a great fall fun time program. Stop by the North Caddo Branch and enjoy the Jack O Lantern/ Pumpkin Paint Party. We have the canvas, paints, brush, and you add the fun.

Computer Class

October 28, 2019, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM @ North Caddo Computer Area

Learn to navigate the internet and understand the computer. Bring your simple or more complex questions. We are here to help!

Kid Cafe

October 28, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Teens in 3D: Photo Editors Class

October 28, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

The teens will be given a their photos to edit into a Halloween themed photo of their choice. Ages 11 to 17.

Beginner Guitar Classes

October 28, 2019, 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM @ North Caddo Computer Area

We will be hosting beginner guitar classes for ages 6 and older. We have a limited amount of guitars that can be borrowed but feel free to bring your own as well!

Tai Chi

October 29, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Learn how Tai Chi can improve your core strength and balance. Be a healthier version of you.

Classic Matinee

October 29, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Come enjoy a great movie: Queen of Katwe. Classics and great movies you want to see again.

Kid Cafe

October 29, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Game Day

October 29, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Game Day is open to all ages! We play video, card, and board games as well as several other fun things!

Kid Cafe

October 30, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Kid Cafe

October 31, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Caddo

Kid Cafe is our after school feeding program where children and teens are welcome to come in and have an after school snack thanks to the North Western Food Bank. It is open to ages 17 and younger.

Imagineers: Chemical Reactions Pt. 2

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ North Caddo Meeting Room

Come explore of world of STEAM! We will be investigating chemical reactions for Halloween! For Ages 10 and Under

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 22, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Story Time-Bats at the Library

October 22, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Babies and Toddlers will learn about bats with stories and songs. We will even finger paint a bat night- scape.

Make&Go: KEVA Mazes

October 22, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Children ages 4-10 are invited to become a maze master by combining precision-engineered KEVA planks with a variety of nifty maze-making apparatus to build a 3D puzzle of your design.

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 23, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Adventures in Crochet

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Come have Coffee and Crochet with us! Basic supplies are provided. Patrons can bring their own projects.

Teen Space: Coding!

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport Tech Center

Teen Space: Coding with Scratch! Scratch is a beginner coding program where stories, games, and animations can be created. Ages 10- 17.

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 24, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 25, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Eat. Speak. Listen.: Becoming by Michelle Obama Book Experience

October 25, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Enjoy Michelle Obama's favorite foods and music as we discuss her book Becoming. Reading the book before will enhance your experience and is encouraged as a part of our One Book, One Parish event but not required to participate in this program. Join us for a fabulous afternoon.

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 26, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Tie Dyed Sharpie Coasters

October 26, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Create your very own tie dyed coasters using wall tiles with sharpie markers and alcohol. Limited spots available, Registration is required. Please drop by the branch or call 318-674-8172 to register.

Manta Based Vipassana Meditation Practice for Beginners

October 26, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

We talk about meditation, and I demonstrate a technique and practice meditation for 20 minutes.

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 28, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Library League-LEGO Night

October 28, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Come build a Spooky LEGO creation just in time for Halloween display. LEGOs invite creative play, develop fine motor skills, engage problem solving and finally allow children to produce something they can be proud of. Bring your children ages K-5th grade and participate in this "Spooktacular event". All created pieces are displayed for a week. Join the fun!

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 29, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Story Time-Five Little Pumpkins

October 29, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Babies and Toddlers celebrate pumpkins with songs, rhymes, and finger puppet play time!

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 30, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Adventures in Crochet

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Come have Coffee and Crochet with us! Basic supplies are provided. Patrons can bring their own projects.

Teen Space: Halloween Movie and Snacks!

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ North Shreveport Meeting Room

Join us for the classic Halloween comedy, "Beetlejuice"! Popcorn and scary snacks included. Ages 10-17.

Freedom Tree Photo Collection

October 31, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ North Shreveport

If you or your loved one have served or presently serve in the military, we would love to have a picture to place on our November Freedom Tree. Our Freedom Tree lights will be turned on on Veteran's Day with a celebration starting at 10:30. We will collect photos throughout the month of October. Please help us honor you or your loved one by sharing your photo with us.

Make & Go- Mobile Makerspace at the Oil City Branch KEVA Planks

October 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Oil City

Children ages 5-10 are invited to become a maze master by combining precision-engineered KEVA planks with a variety of nifty maze-making apparatus to build a 3D puzzle of your design.”

Fall Fest Program

October 31, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Oil City

Happy Fall !!! We are making pumpkin treats and lollipop people today ! Join us today at the Oil City branch library and receive a treat and do a craft !

DAT Balloon Show

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Rodessa

Coffee and Books

October 24, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Rodessa

Come have coffee and talk about what you're reading or check out some new books.

Coffee and Books

October 31, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Rodessa

Come have coffee and talk about what you're reading or check out some new books.

Preschool Story Time

October 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!

After School Feeding

October 22, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Teen Time @ Wallette: WII Game Day

October 22, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Teens will come out and play wii games.

Preschool Story Time

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!

After School Feeding

October 23, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Teen Time @ Wallette: BINGO

October 23, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Teens will play Bingo for snack and candy prizes

Preschool Story Time

October 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!

After School Feeding

October 24, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Spooky Silhouettes

October 24, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette to paint spooky silhouettes for October!

ZUMBA

October 24, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Come and experience ZUMBA with EL DOCO LOCO Dance Studio sponsed by: Healthy Blue.

After School Feeding

October 25, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Teen Time @ Wallette: Movie Day ( Aladdin rated G)

October 25, 2019, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Teens will watch a movie and enjoy snacks

Make & Go: Make Your Own Light Up Greeting Card

October 26, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Handmade Light Up Greeting Cards (patrons will learn about simple circuits and create a greeting card)

SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION

October 26, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Free Guided Meditation classes and workshops with SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION DFWMEDITATION.ORG

Movie Screening: Southside With You

October 28, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us for a screening of Southside With You, a film detailing the early life of Michelle and Barack Obama. Rated PG-13

After School Feeding

October 28, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Preschool Story Time

October 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!

After School Feeding

October 29, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Teen Time @ Wallette: Halloween Tote Bag

October 29, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Teens will make a halloween treat bag.

Preschool Story Time

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!

After School Feeding

October 30, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

Teen Time @ Wallette: Halloween Perler Craft

October 30, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Teens will make a halloween perler craft.

Preschool Story Time

October 31, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Wallette Meeting Room

Join us at Wallette for Preschool Story Time! We will dance, sing, and listen to wonderful stories!

Halloween Bash

October 31, 2019, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

After School Feeding

October 31, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ Wallette Meeting Room

North West Louisiana Food Bank will be providing after school snacks for children ages 0-18.

ComeUnity Coffee & Coloring Time

October 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ West Shreveport Reading Room

Join us in our meeting room area for a fun and unique way to unwind! Coloring is a great way to relax! Coffee and colored pencils will be provided.

Kids Cafe

October 22, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ West Shreveport > West Shreveport Meeting Room

After school feeding program sponsored by Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Children and teens are welcome to come in to enjoy an after school snack and do some fun activities! This program is open to youth ages 17 and younger.

Teen Game Night: Taboo

October 22, 2019, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Come to game night at West Shreve and play the game Taboo, the Game of Unspeakable Fun.

Miss Ladybug's Story Time

October 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ West Shreveport Youth Services Area

Children of all ages are invited to join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts. No sign up required and day-cares are welcomed! See you at the library!

Kids Cafe

October 24, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ West Shreveport Meeting Room

After school feeding program sponsored by Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Children and teens are welcome to come in to enjoy an after school snack and do some fun activities! This program is open to youth ages 17 and younger.

Guided Meditation

October 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sahaja Yoga Meditation Group from Dallas Tx. is either leading a meditation in person or by podcast. All are welcome from beginners to advanced. Come join us and see the difference meditation can make in your life, from reducing stress to lowering your blood pressure

One Book One Parish Gardening Experience

October 26, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ West Shreveport Meeting Room

Get out your gardening gloves and learn how Michelle created a community garden at the White House. Make a DIY wildflower seed bomb to attract birds, butterflies and bees to your garden or backyard! (Activity provided while supplies last).

Brick Builders

October 28, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ West Shreveport Youth Services Area

Come in, relax, and start building at our weekly Brick Builders Club! Open to all children ages 2 to 11 in the Youth Services Center. Duplo blocks will be available for children under 4 years old. All LEGOs will be provided, just bring your imagination!

Monday Movie Mania

October 28, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ West Shreveport Meeting Room

Join us in our large meeting room for a movie and popcorn we will be showing the movie Us starting @5:30 pm!

Kids Cafe

October 29, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ West Shreveport > West Shreveport Meeting Room

After school feeding program sponsored by Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Children and teens are welcome to come in to enjoy an after school snack and do some fun activities! This program is open to youth ages 17 and younger.

Teen Movie Night: Twitches and Coloring

October 29, 2019, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ West Shreveport Meeting Room

It's time to color and chill. Come watch the Halloween movie, Twitches, and color Halloween and Day of the Dead themed coloring pages with markers, colored pencils or crayons!

Job Search and Resume Builder Class

October 30, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ West Shreveport Tech Center

This class is for those who need to create resumes and for individuals who need another person to proofread their completed resumes/ cover letters.

Mad Hatter Un-Birthday Tea Party

October 30, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ West Shreveport Meeting Room

Join us for Mad Hatter Un-Birthday Tea Party!

Kids Cafe

October 31, 2019, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ West Shreveport > West Shreveport Meeting Room

After school feeding program sponsored by Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Children and teens are welcome to come in to enjoy an after school snack and do some fun activities! This program is open to youth ages 17 and younger.