Shreve Memorial Library offers free Virtual Yoga Sessions in December

The holidays can be demanding, especially during a pandemic. Therefore, Shreve Memorial Library and Little You Yoga are encouraging everyone to take a moment and exhale with virtual yoga classes this December.

Starting Saturday, December 5 and continuing e...

SML Branches to Open for Curbside Only November 28

All Shreve Memorial Library branches will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27, and as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the area, Shreve Memorial Library is taking extra precautions to prevent further s...

SML & Students to Scientists Present Biology STEM Session Dec. 5

Shreve Memorial Library and Students to Scientists founder, Ashini Modi, are partnering to present virtual science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) mentoring sessions this fall. Each session will introduce elementary and middle school students to ...

Santa Visits Shreve Memorial Library via the Internet

The pandemic can’t keep Christmas from coming, nor Santa from visiting children throughout Caddo Parish.  Although Santa will not be making in-person visits at the library this year, children and children-at-heart can expect a visit fro...

SML Branches Used as Polling Places Dec. 5

On Saturday, December 5, several Shreve Memorial Library branches will be used as polling places for the upcoming election. While voting is taking place, no library services will be available. The following Shreve Memorial Library branches will be closed ...

SML Broadmoor Branch Hosts LifeShare Blood Drive Dec. 2

Shreve Memorial Library’s Broadmoor Branch is teaming up with LifeShare Blood Center to host a blood drive on Wednesday, December 2. According to the LifeShare Blood Center website, every two seconds someone somewhere needs blood and one in seven hospital...

SML “Food for Thought” Amnesty Days Fine Forgiveness November 23 – December 23

During these uncertain times, Shreve Memorial Library will once again offer amnesty to customers with overdue fines. “Food for Thought” Amnesty Days will begin Monday, November 23 and continue through Wednesday, December 23. Library cu...

SML Author Chats Continue Dec. 3 with Libby Copeland

Shreve Memorial Library continues its Virtual Author Chat Series on Thursday, December 3, with an interactive conversation with award-winning journalist and author, Libby Copeland. The Author Chat is the fourth in the series and will begin at 6:00 p.m. vi...

SML Main Branch Reopens with Limited Services Nov. 9

Shreve Memorial Library’s Main Branch, located in downtown Shreveport, is reopening with limited space and services. The branch, which is currently undergoing renovations, will reopen to the public on Monday, November 9. Library services will be confined ...

SML Encourages Participation in National Novel Writing Month

Shreve Memorial Library is encouraging patrons to participate in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) this November. NaNoWriMo was created in 1999 as a daunting, yet straightforward challenge to write a 50,000-word novel in only 30 days. Each November...

SML Blanchard Branch to Close for Renovations October 8

Renovations continue this week at the Shreve Memorial Library Blanchard Branch. The branch, located at 344 Alexander Avenue in Blanchard, will be closed until further notice beginning Thursday, October 8. The renovations are expected to be completed by mi...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) SML Updates

Temporary Branch Closures:

• Blanchard Branch (Closed for renovations with plans to reopen mid November)
• Support Services Center (Reopen Date: 11.24.2020)

Update: 11.23.20

Shreve Memorial Library's Support Services Center is closed af...

Enjoy Reading Programs For Early Learners At Shreve Memorial Library

As children begin to head back to school, Shreve Memorial Library is encouraging young readers to continue reading with reading programs such as the new Beanstack Virtual Field Trips program and 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten.

Starting September 1, childr...

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Guide

As concern for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak continues to grow, we’ve put together this list of reputable resources to provide you with the most accurate information currently available. This list includes links to the Center...

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 will let patrons keep track of how many books their children read. The goal of the program is to read to your child every day a...

Borrow e-books from anywhere with your library card

You can use your library card from anywhere with our digital services. If you love e-books, we have many options available for you to borrow them from Shreve Memorial Library. Services such as Overdrive, Hoopla, and Tumblebooks offer you a variety of e-bo...

Stream movies and TV shows online with your library card

Make it a movie night tonight with your library card! While we always have DVDs available for you to borrow, did you know we also have a number of options for you to stream movies online? Check out Hoopla and Overdrive for a collection of movies and TV sh...

Borrow comics at the library or online with your library card

Catch up on your favorite superheroes using your library card! Visit your local branch to read single issues of comics or borrow graphic novel collections. We also have a huge collection of graphic novels and comics available online on Hoopla Digital and ...

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 our Broadmoor Branch, the SML Genealogy Department can assist you with resources at the library and online to help you uncover your past. They also hos...

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.

Audiob...

Get free tutoring and study resources with your library card

What’s the secret to success at school? Using your library! With your Shreve Memorial Library card, you can access tutoring and study resources online or in the library. Read on to find out about Homework Louisiana, Learning Express, Lynda.com a...

Learn a new language using your library card

Did you always want to learn a new language? Get started with language lessons for free with Pronunciator! Pronunciator is a free online resource available through the State Library Database page that has lessons in 98 languages. We also have e-books, aud...