Library Updates

Temporary Branch Closures:

• Support Services Center: Reopen Date 3.8.21

Update: 3.4.21

Shreve Memorial Library's Support Services Center is closing today at 3 p.m. and will remain closed tomorrow for cleaning.

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Update: 2.25.21

Shreve Memorial Library observes READ AN eBOOK WEEK March 7-13

Grab your Kindle, Nook, or iPad and read an eBook! Shreve Memorial is encouraging everyone to read an eBook in observance of “Read an eBook Week,” March 7 through 13. “Read an eBook Week” is an opportunity for book ...

SML & The Hub Partner to Fill the Bin

Shreve Memorial Library is partnering with The Hub: Urban Ministry to help fill the bin for those in need. Now through March 31, the public can help Shreve Memorial Library fill the bin with nonperishable food items to be donated to The Hub’s Ea...

Shreve Memorial Library Celebrates Youth Art Month

Shreve Memorial Library celebrates Youth Art Month during the month of March. All month, children will create art with “Grab and Go Crafts Kits.”  The “Grab and Go Crafts Kits” may be picked up at any libra...

Celebrate Women's History Month this March with SML

Since 1987, March has been observed as Women’s History Month celebrating the contributions of women to history, society and culture. In 2020, the month celebrated “Valiant Women of the Vote” in honor of the centennial anniver...

SML Blanchard Branch Reopens January 26

Shreve Memorial Library will once again welcome patrons at the Blanchard Branch. The branch, located at 344 Alexander Avenue in Blanchard, has been closed since October 2020 for renovations. The Blanchard Branch will reopen to the public tomorrow, January...

SML Hosts Making Movies: The Craft, The Secrets, The Fun Feb. 9

Shreve Memorial Library is inviting the public to join them for a fun and interactive Q&A session entitled “Making Movies: The Craft, The Secrets, The Fun,” with filmmakers Tom Capps, Phil Russell and Janelle Tedesco. The three wil...

SML Continues Book Club Traditions Virtually

Book clubs have long been ways for people with shared interests to gather to socialize and discuss books and authors. Prior to the pandemic, book clubs regularly met at Shreve Memorial Library branches and covered a wide variety of genres and interests in...

SML Offers COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Assistance

In coordination with the Louisiana Department of Health Office of Public Health Region 7, Shreve Memorial Library will offer assistance to those needing help registering to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Library staff at all Shreve Memorial Library branche...

Shreve Memorial Library and Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park present “Saturday Morning Animal

Shreve Memorial Library in partnership with Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park invites everyone to take a virtual walk in the park and appreciate nature. The library along with park officials will present “Saturday Morning Animal Adventures&a...

Flipster Magazine Titles Updated for 2021

Flipster is a free service you can use with your library card to download magazines to your smartphone or tablet. We recently updated our collection of magazines on Flipster for 2021! Download the app to your device to get started today.

Our collection now...

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...

Get a Library Card!

Forgot your PIN or need to get a library card? No worries! We've got you covered. Here you can retrieve your PIN or sign up for a new library card to unlock all of Shreve Memorial Library's digital resources.

Existing Shreve Memorial Libr...

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...