Calendar

Adult Coloring

Join us at Atkins to color and relax.

Movie Monday "Office Space"

Join us at Atkins for a Monday Movie for a showing of Office Space!

Leap Prep @ the Library

Spring Story Time with free movement

The children will learn about Spring through rhymes, fingerplay, and movement.

Easter Egg Hunt

Join us at Atkins for a Easter Egg Hunt! For ages 3-7!

Leap Prep @ the Library

Let's Get Creative

Let's get creative! Children will use paint, crayons, and other materials to create.

Basic Computer Class

Join us at Atkins for the beginner adult computer class!

The Dinosaur Experience

Come along and join The Dinosaur Experience as we take you on a journey through time. During this hour long adventure you can expect lots of fun and laughter as Ranger Martin introduces you to some of his friendly (but not always behaving) dino friends!

The Dinosaur Experience

Freestyle Art (Teens)

Come let your artistic expression shine in freestyle art!

Spring Story Time with free movement

The children will learn about Spring through rhymes, fingerplay, and movement.

Sunflower Patch

Join us at Atkins to help start our sunflower patch! For all Ages.

Explore Earth Cam

Want to see the world? Come explore the world with the Earth Cam!

Basic Computer Class

Join us at Atkins for the beginner adult computer class!

April Fool Story Time

The children will learn about Spring through rhymes and fingerplays.

Cuddly Wash Cloth Bunnies

Story Time

Springtime Gnome Paint Party

Story Time

Composting Cupcakes

Story Time

Story Time

Celebrate Earth Week!!

Saturday Story Time: Unicorns

Children and their caregivers will have a magical time at this unicorn story time. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Broadmoor Uke Jam

All skills welcome. Bring your ukulele and join our jam session. Beginners' class starts at 4:30pm followed by the Uke Jam at 5:00pm.

Teen Tuesday: Galaxy Eggs

Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to join us as we try our hand at galaxy art..... but on Easter eggs !

Preschool Story Time

Children and their caregivers are invited to this fun story time with age appropriate stories and activities. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Whippersnapper Wednesday: Rock Painting

Children (5 to 11 years old) are invited to put their art skills to the test to paint rocks ! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Baby Bounce: A Lapsit Story Time

This story time is designed especially for babies (newborn to 18 months) and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and stories. Older siblings are welcome to join and are encouraged to bring their own “baby” stuffed animal. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Computer Class: Basic Computer

Please contact the Information Services Department for more information or to register for this class.

Craft Happens! Upcycled Raindrop Wall Art

Join us at Broadmoor where we will upcycle magazines to create a raindrop framed print! Registration is required, please contact Information Services at 318-869-0120 for questions and registration.

Teen Tuesday: Little Bits Kits

Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to continue learning about circuitry and engineering with our Little Bits Kits.

Fiction Book Club

Join us monthly for the Fiction Book Club, facilitated by Laura Flett. This month we will be reading "Rules of Civility" by Amor Towles.

Fiction Book Club

Join us monthly for the Fiction Book Club, facilitated by Laura Flett. This month we will be reading "Rules of Civility" by Amor Towles.

Preschool Story Time: Children's Book Festival

Children and their caregivers are invited celebrate the upcoming Children's Book Festival with fun stories by one of the featured authors.... Brian Lies !! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

The Dinosaur Experience

Come along and join The Dinosaur Experience as we take you on a journey through time. During this hour long adventure you can expect lots of fun and laughter as Ranger Martin introduces you to some of his friendly (but not always behaving) dino friends! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Baby Bounce: A Lapsit Story Time

This story time is designed especially for babies (newborn to 18 months) and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and stories. Older siblings are welcome to join and are encouraged to bring their own “baby” stuffed animal. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Computer Class: Graphic Design Tools

Please contact the Information Services Department for more information or to register for this class.

Saturday Story Time: Frogs

Children and their caregivers will have a toad-ally awesome time at this frog story time. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Beginners' Genealogy Class 2

Join us in the Large Meeting Room for a follow-up to the Beginners' Genealogy Class. We will emphasizing basic sources of information for Genealogical research. Individual assistance will be provided as time permits.

Fantasy Writing Club (Creative Writing)

This program is focused on all forms of creative writing with a focus on fantasy and fiction! Join us as we write, read, and discuss each other’s work.

Twisted Stitchers

Bring your works-in-progress and questions to Twisted Stitchers. All yarn & needle crafts & all skill levels welcome! Please contact the Information Services Department for more information or to register for this class.

National Earth Day: Plant Swap

Is your indoor jungle overgrowing your space? Do you have cuttings to give away? Do you want to trade for something new or just donate/adopt a new little plant friend? Join us on April 18th as we celebrate National Earth Day with a Broadmoor Plant Swap!

Teen Tuesday: Earth Day

Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to celebrate Earth Day by painting and decorating their own planter pots.

Grounds for Murder Book Club

Join us monthly for the Grounds for Murder Book Club. Each month we will select a murder/mystery themed book. This month's book selction is "Are You Sara?" by S.C. Lalli.

Preschool Story Time: Earth Day

Children and their caregivers are invited to celebrate Earth Day by hearing fun stories about gardening. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Whippersnapper Wednesday: Earth Day

Children (5 - 11 years old) are invited to celebrate Earth Day by making flower bombs. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

RPG: Pathfinder

Pathfinder is a pen, paper, and dice roleplaying game where players take on the roles of heroes they create in a fantasy setting. The group is currently full. Please contact Broadmoor Information Services if interested in adding your name to an interested party list for future game play.

Baby Bounce: A Lapsit Story Time

This story time is designed especially for babies (newborn to 18 months) and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and stories. Older siblings are welcome to join and are encouraged to bring their own “baby” stuffed animal. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Saturday Story Time: Earth Day

Children and their caregivers are invited to love the world at this fun Earth Day story time !! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

"Witness to Change" discusses “Rising"

Join us for Witness to Change: Community Conversations on Coastal Impacts, which will feature a discussion on "Rising" by Elizabeth Rush. The guest speaker for the evening’s conversation will be Dr. Amy Erickson. Currents is a program of the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities and is made possible by the State of Louisiana.

Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board

Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to share their programming ideas at our Teen Advisory Board ! This program will provide attending teens an hour of volunteer work. For more information, call the Broadmoor Youth Services desk at 318-869-0120.

Queer as Fluff Book Club

All are welcome! Join us each month for a new queer happily every after! This month we will be reading "This Way Out" by Tufayel Ahmed. Please contact the Information Services Department for more information.

Preschool Story Time

Children and their caregivers are invited to this fun story time with age appropriate stories and activities. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Genealogy: Civil War Defenses of Shreveport

This month's program will cover how Shreveport prepared for the possibility of Union attack during the Red River Campaign of 1864. We will show where the forts and batteries were located around the city, and the soldiers who manned them.

Whippersnapper Wednesday: Little Bits Kits

Children (5 - 11 years old) will use science, engineering and problem solving skills to create carious projects with our Little Bits Kits. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Baby Bounce: A Lapsit Story Time

This story time is designed especially for babies (newborn to 18 months) and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, bounces, and stories. Older siblings are welcome to join and are encouraged to bring their own “baby” stuffed animal. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Computer Class: Excel II

Please contact the Information Services Department for more information or to register for this class.

Saturday Story Time: Spring

Children and their caregivers will sprout joy at this fun spring themed story time !! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Bricks n' Flicks

Do you love Legos? All ages are invited to join us to build with Legos while watching a TV show or movie. Movie/TV selections vary each month but are rated from G to PG.

Lecture & Tech Computer Series

Are you interested in a learning a new computer skill or honing existing ones? Then join our free computer classes! Adults will learn basic to advanced computer skills and techniques. Each class will include an introductory lesson and a scheduled follow-up session on the computer with an instructor. For more info, please contact us @ (318) 868-3890.

Teen Tuesday: Poetry Night

April is National Poetry Month! Come find your inner poet and see what sparks imagination. Prompts will be provided and types of exercises include paint swatch poetry, blackout poetry, and AI-generated poetry.

Beginner Spanish Class

Are you interested in learning Spanish or practicing your Spanish skills with others? Gilda Rada, English/Spanish writer & translator, will lead the classes.

Storytime: Bats in the Library

"Storytime is just the thing / to rest a play-exhausted wing," so join us as we celebrate Brian Lies' classic "Bats at the Library" with stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft. Don't forget to see Brian Lie and many other authors in person at the Children's Book Festival on May 6!

Elementary Fun: Bug Hotels

Children in grades 1-5 are invited to join us in learning about some of the bugs in the Louisiana ecosystem and making bug hotels to observe them!

Library Closed

All SML locations closed for the holiday weekend.

Library Closed

All SML locations closed for the holiday weekend.

Library Closed

All SML locations closed for the holiday weekend.

Red River Readers Book Club

Red River Readers Book Club reads and discusses a variety of fiction and non-fiction selections. Join us this month to discuss The Boys From Biloxi by John Grisham.

The Dinosaur Experience

Come along and join The Dinosaur Experience as we take you on a journey through time. During this hour-long adventure you can expect lots of fun and laughter as Ranger Martin introduces you to some of his friendly (but not always behaving) dino friends!

Beginner Spanish Class

Are you interested in learning Spanish or practicing your Spanish skills with others? Gilda Rada, English/Spanish writer & translator, will lead the classes.

Toddler Time: Rainy Day

Join us for stories, songs, sensory exploration, and a craft, all about rainy days! This program is geared towards children 18-36 months old, but families with kids of all ages are invited to attend.

Red River Readers Book Club

Red River Readers Book Club reads and discusses a variety of fiction and non-fiction selections. Join us this month to discuss The Boys From Biloxi by John Grisham.

Senior BINGO

Do you love playing bingo? Looking for a way to connect with other seniors in the community? You are invited to join us for a special bingo day, just for seniors! For large groups, please call ahead to make sure there will be space to accommodate your whole group.

Teen Advisory Board

Teens are requested to assist our librarians! Help create buttons, prepare crafts, and plan future programs in exchange for volunteer hours. Future service opportunities will be announced at the meeting.

Pajama Storytime: Earth Day

Celebrate our planet for Earth Day in your jammies at Pajama Storytime!

Lecture & Tech Computer Series

Are you interested in a learning a new computer skill or honing existing ones? Then join our free computer classes! Adults will learn basic to advanced computer skills and techniques. Each class will include an introductory lesson and a scheduled follow-up session on the computer with an instructor. For more info, please contact us @ (318) 868-3890.

Teen Tuesday: Earth Day Movie and Craft Night

Celebrate Earth Day at the CGLA Branch! Come watch Wall-E and make compostable flower balls!

Beginner Spanish Class

Are you interested in learning Spanish or practicing your Spanish skills with others? Gilda Rada, English/Spanish writer & translator, will lead the classes.

AARP Presents: Six Pillars of Brain Health Workshop

It’s never too late to focus on your brain health! In this interactive session, you will learn about the six pillars of brain health and activities that support brain health. You'll also be armed with the latest research on brain health, lifestyle suggestions, and resources. Pre-registration with AARP is encouraged but not required to attend. To register, please visit this link: https://events.aarp.org/event/d86474b2-e51e-4a0d-804a-823a495ce636/summary

SMArtY: Recycled Bottle Bubble Art

Children in grades 1-5 are invited to join us in creating colorful bubble art and learn about the importance of recycling for Earth Day!

Cedar Grove Crafters’ Circle: Upcycled Crafts

Adults are invited to celebrate Earth Day with us and make upcycled crafts from household items.

Shades of Hue Book Club

This book club is for adult patrons and discusses books by authors of varying shades and hues. This month's selected book is "On the Rooftop" by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton. It tells the story of a mother who has dreams of stardom for her three musical daughters, but the four don't share the same vision.

Beginner Spanish Class

Are you interested in learning Spanish or practicing your Spanish skills with others? Gilda Rada, English/Spanish writer & translator, will lead the classes.

Preschool Storytime: Bats at the Library

"Storytime is just the thing / to rest a play-exhausted wing," so join us as we celebrate Brian Lies' classic "Bats at the Library" with stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft. Don't forget to see Brian Lie and many other authors in person at the Children's Book Festival on May 6!

CHAIR-BASED EXERCISE: Let's Move in Libraries

Adults will build strength and flexibility during this chair aerobics class.

Game Knights: Play to Win!

Do you like playing video and board games? You are invited to come out to our gaming night, where you have a chance to relax and show your skills. Roblox tournaments are once a month. Don't forget to bring a friend!

Preschool Storytime: 'Eggcited' For Easter

Preschool children ages 3-5 are asked to join us for this very 'Eggciting' Easter Storytime. This story time will feature Easter songs, and rhymes. Afterwards, children will decorate their own Easter egg.

Game Knights: Play to Win!

Do you like playing video and board games? You are invited to come out to our gaming night, where you have a chance to relax and show your skills. Roblox tournaments are once a month. Don't forget to bring a friend!

The Dinosaur Experience

Come along and join the Dinosaur Experience as we take you on a journey through time. During this hour long adventure you can expect lots of fun and laughter as Ranger Martin introduces you to some of his friendly (but not always behaving) dino friends!

CHAIR-BASED EXERCISE: Let's Move in Libraries

Adults will build strength and flexibility during this chair aerobics class.

Teen Earth Day Celebration: DIY Sustainable Tote and 'Compost' Cupcakes

Teens will decorate tote bags that families can use instead of plastic bags! Teens will also engage in a discussion about ecology and conservation. Afterwards teens will make 'Compost' Cupcakes using a mixture of ingredients.

Game Knights: Play to Win!

Do you like playing video and board games? You are invited to come out to our gaming night, where you have a chance to relax and show your skills. Roblox tournaments are once a month. Don't forget to bring a friend!

Preschool Storytime: All About Spring

Preschool children ages 3-5 are asked to join us as we prepare for the upcoming changes of seasons. Let's read about nature, and what plants and animals do as the cold weather leaves and the spring weather comes in! Afterwards, children will make their own caterpillar on the leaf.

"Seedy Adventure": Sunflower Planting Program for Children

Northside Elementary 3rd graders will listen to stories about gardening. Afterwards, children will go outside to plant the sunflowers. Children will also take home their very own sunflower to watch it grow. All materials will be provided.

Adult Bingo!

All adults are welcome to join us for BINGO! Come socialize and play with your chance to win prizes!

Game Knights: Play to Win!

Do you like playing video and board games? You are invited to come out to our gaming night, where you have a chance to relax and show your skills. Roblox tournaments are once a month. Don't forget to bring a friend!

Preschool Storytime: Children Book Festival Celebration

Children ages 3-5 will join the free-for-all fun with the book loving bats! Shape shadows on the wall, frolic in the water fountain, and roam the book-filled halls until it's time for everyone, young children will settle down into the enchantment of this bat storytime.

'Da' Wire Man: Science On The Go!

All ages are invited to make your own dancing Wireman!! Materials will be provided.

Jazz & Tea Paint Party

Coffee, Tea, & Adult Coloring.

Adult Coloring, Children and YA welcome. Word Search, Puzzles, and Tons of fun.

Black and White Movie

Coffee, Tea, & Adult Coloring.

Adult Coloring, Children and YA welcome. Word Search, Puzzles, and Tons of fun.

Poetry Slam and Open Mic /National Poetry Month

Coffee, Tea, & Adult Coloring.

Adult Coloring, Children and YA welcome. Word Search, Puzzles, and Tons of fun.

National Library Week

Coffee, Tea, & Adult Coloring.

Adult Coloring, Children and YA welcome. Word Search, Puzzles, and Tons of fun.

Magical Math: It's About Time!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs, and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! This month's theme is Time! This program is for children ages 6-10.

Teen Time: Maker Mania Monday

Teens are welcome to join us for Maker Mania Monday and stretch their creative muscles with craft making, painting, etc.

Crafternoon: Decorating Peat Pots for Easter

Join us for a fun craft for Easter. We will be decorating peat pots. All supplies are provided. Registration is required.

Teen Time: Turn-up Tuesdays!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games, board games, and video games etc. Ages 12-18.

Pajama Storytime: Spring!

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Spring!" We will be sharing books all about Easter bunnies and spring! Children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and create kid-friendly crafts! Pajama story time is an evening program for families with children of all ages. Children are invited to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite stuff animals!

Teen Time: Wednesday Words of Wisdom

Teens are invited to hear guest speakers present on a wide range of topics and lived experiences! Ages 12-18.

Computer Basics: Practice Keyboarding Skills

Participants will learn about keyboarding and typing skills. Registration required.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Easter, Library Day, a buntasticle adventure and celebrating authors from SML's annual Children's Book Festival! This program is for families with children 2-5.

Teen Time: STEAM Thursday!

Teens are invited to create and learn through experimentation under the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, and math) umbrella.

Closed for Good Friday

Closed for Easter Holidays

Excel I

Students will gain a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel and its potential uses. Registration required.

The Dinosaur Experience!

Come along and join The Dinosaur Experience as we take you on a journey through time. During this hour-long adventure you can expect lots of fun and laughter as Ranger Martin introduces you to some of his friendly (but not always behaving) dino friends!

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Pajama Storytime: Spring!

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Spring!" We will be sharing books all about Easter bunnies and spring! Children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and create kid-friendly crafts! Pajama story time is an evening program for families with children of all ages. Children are invited to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite stuff animals!

Library Pocket Journal

Participants will create a journal using library pockets. Registration is required.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Computer Basics: Learn to manage Email

Participants will learn about managing emails. Registration required.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Easter, Library Day, a buntasticle adventure and celebrating authors from SML's annual Children's Book Festival! This program is for families with children 2-5.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

50+Digital Skills: Freelancing and Finding Gig work

The participants will learn about freelancing and finding Gig work which is finding work online. Registration required.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Magical Math: It's About Time!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs, and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! This month's theme is Time! This program is for children ages 6-10.

BINGO

Join us for a fun game of BINGO and win prizes!

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Pajama Storytime: Spring!

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Spring!" We will be sharing books all about Easter bunnies and spring! Children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and create kid-friendly crafts! Pajama story time is an evening program for families with children of all ages. Children are invited to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite stuff animals!

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Easter, Library Day, a buntasticle adventure and celebrating authors from SML's annual Children's Book Festival! This program is for families with children 2-5.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Magical Math: It's About Time!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs, and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! This month's theme is Time! This program is for children ages 6-10.

Let's Celebrate Earth Day!

In honor of Earth Day, children are invited to create their own Crayon artwork!

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Learn the Basics of Google Drive

Get to know how to store and share files in Google Drive. Discover how Google Drive keeps files safe and secure. Practice using your Drive, and get helpful tips about how to keep it organized. This workshop is designed for learners who are new to digital tools. In this workshop we’ll discuss and practice how to: Add files and folders to your Google Drive, Move files and folders, Search for files and folders, and Share files and folders with other people. Registration required.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Pajama Storytime: Spring!

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Spring!" We will be sharing books all about Easter bunnies and spring! Children are invited to enjoy stories, songs and create kid-friendly crafts! Pajama story time is an evening program for families with children of all ages. Children are invited to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite stuff animals!

Autism Awareness Craft: Jellyfish Craft

The participants will make a jellyfish in honor of Autism Awareness. All supplies are provided. Registration required.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Basic Computer: Digital Cams and WebCams

Participants will learn about digital cameras and webcams. Learn the difference between them and how to properly use them. Registration required.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Easter, Library Day, a buntasticle adventure and celebrating authors from SML's annual Children's Book Festival! This program is for families with children 2-5.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Teen Time: Game Day!

Teens are invited to unwind and play a variety of card games and board games, etc. Ages 12-18.

Magical Math: It's About Time!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs, and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! This month's theme is Time! This program is for children ages 6-10.

Easter Egg Hunt

For children. Join the fun and come hunt Easter eggs filled with surprises--inside of the library.

Earth Day Celebration

For all ages. Celebrate Earth Day all week. Drop by any day this week and plant something with us. We’ll have seeds, soil, and containers available.

Tea Talk

Join us at Higginbotham for a cup of tea (or coffee) and talk about community events, books, favorite authors, and more.

Creative Minds: Find a Rainbow

In celebration of National Find a Rainbow Day, children will get the opportunity to create their own unique foil artwork using a rainbow of colors. Ages 6-11.

THINK TEEN:READY SET READ!

Teens patrons will read a short story and answer discussion questions when finished. Ages 12-18.

Little Adventures: Quack, Quack, Quack

Make way for the ducklings! Babies and toddlers are invited to an early literacy, interactive storytime all about ducks. Ages 0-5.

Little Adventures: The Dinosaur Experience

Come along and join The Dinosaur Experience as we take you on a journey through time. During this hour long adventure you can expect lots of fun and laughter as Ranger Martin introduces you to some of his friendly (but not always behaving) dinosaur friends. All ages are welcome!

Creative Minds: Money, Money, Money!

Everyone needs to know about money. Children will get the opportunity to play money based board games and discuss the importance of making wise financial decisions. Ages 6-11.

Teen Tuesday: TECH ABOUT IT!

Teen Patrons will learn how to navigate the Library systems and the services offered to them at the Library. Ages:12-18.

Little Adventures: Children's Book Festival Author (Brian Lies) Spotlight

Babies and toddlers are invited to a fun filled story time highlighting one of the authors that will be featured at this year's Children's Book Festival Saturday, May 6 on the beautiful campus of LSU Shreveport. Ages 0-5.

The Smart Eaters Way Program

Patrons will experience a cooking demonstration on how to prepare a tasty dish a healthier way!

Computer Class: Basic Keyboarding

Adults will learn basic keyboarding and how to use the mouse. They will also be introduced to several basic keyboarding sites! Ages: 19+

Creative Minds: Earth Day is Everyday

In celebration of Earth Day, children are invited to create an Earth Day coffee filter craft. Ages 6-11.

Little Adventures: Spring Garden

In recognition of Earth Day, we discover how we get such beautiful plants and flowers? Babies and toddlers will get the opportunity to learn about a spring garden and how plants grow during an early literacy, interactive, and fun filled story time. Ages 0-5

DIY: Trash to Treasure

In recognition of Earth Day, adults will have an opportunity to create a vision board using old or recycled magazines, newspapers and other recyclable items. Ages: 19+

Super Saturday:TECH ABOUT IT!

Young patrons will learn how to navigate the Library systems and the services offered to them at the Library. Ages 6-11.

Creative Minds: Whatcha' Reading?

Children will get the opportunity to use the library website to search for accelerated reading (AR) books as well as search the shelves of the library for their books. Ages 6-11.

Little Adventures: Rainy Day Fun

Babies and toddlers are invited to an interactive, fun filled storytime to find out why... drip, drop, splash... raindrops fall from the sky. Ages 0-5.

Daily Activities for You

Come and get your Calm on with us while engaging in conversation. Plenty of activities to choose.

Words of Wisdom

Come check out our display board with new and encouraging words of wisdom. The tried and true phrases and sayings from noteworthy speakers will enlighten your day.

Adults Painting of cherry blossoms

Water color painting of a Cherry Blossom TREE. Have some fun with your time.

Wednesday Morning Movie

Always a splendid time to relax and watch a movie that may or may not have a special theme to it. Come enjoy this free movie time with us.

Let it Be Coffee or Tea

Let it Be the incentive for getting through the end of the week. Join us for the latest news on happenings of the town. Grab a muffin, biscuit or cake and sit a spell to relax and enjoy a cup of your choice, coffee or tea

Scavenger Hunt

Where is it? Search the library to find the hidden items. Win a prize. Come and see what we have hidden.

Daily Activities for You

Come and get your Calm on with us while engaging in conversation. Plenty of activities to choose.

Drop In for Story time

Do you love to hear stories? I love to read them. Share this time with us and color a picture or make a craft that goes along with the reading.

Hexagon Rack wall hanging

Create this nifty wall rack using craft sticks.

Let it Be Coffee or Tea

Let it Be the incentive for getting through the end of the week. Join us for the latest news on happenings of the town. Grab a muffin, biscuit or cake and sit a spell to relax and enjoy a cup of your choice, coffee or tea

Time for Teens

We are here for you; to explore your interests, expand your knowledge and create something that you enjoy! Join us for your time at the library to be pleasing and remarkable. Something different for you each month.

Daily Activities for You

Come and get your Calm on with us while engaging in conversation. Plenty of activities to choose.

Wednesday Morning Movie

Always a splendid time to relax and watch a movie that may or may not have a special theme to it. Come enjoy this free movie time with us.

Let it Be Coffee or Tea

Let it Be the incentive for getting through the end of the week. Join us for the latest news on happenings of the town. Grab a muffin, biscuit or cake and sit a spell to relax and enjoy a cup of your choice, coffee or tea

Daily Activities for You

Come and get your Calm on with us while engaging in conversation. Plenty of activities to choose.

SML 100 year celebration craft

Come and celebrate our SML 100th anniversary each month with a craft at our Hosston branch.

Make your planet Earth

Show us what you know about the Earth, and layer your planet completing this craft

Let it Be Coffee or Tea

Let it Be the incentive for getting through the end of the week. Join us for the latest news on happenings of the town. Grab a muffin, biscuit or cake and sit a spell to relax and enjoy a cup of your choice, coffee or tea

All Libraries Closed

Mooretown Movies and More!!! (mo, Mo, & MO!!!)

During this cold time of year, the Mooretown meeting room is the perfect place for the kids to unwind and have fun. Movies are shown as well as Arts & Crafts and games.

Basic Computer Class

Read Me A Story

Senior Chair Exercise

Chair Exercises

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Teens)

Let's Color

Mooretown Movies and More!!! (mo, Mo, & MO!!!)

During this cold time of year, the Mooretown meeting room is the perfect place for the kids to unwind and have fun. Movies are shown as well as Arts & Crafts and games.

The Dinosaur Experience

Not Your Mother's Book Club

Microsoft Word Class

Read Me A Story

Senior Chair Exercise

Seated Pilates Class

This class is designed for those who wish to safely get in better shape with a low impact workout.

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Teens)

Let's Color

Anime Club

Teens can come and enjoy all things Anime here at Mooretown. We will have a wide range of activities from crafts to watching and discussing shows.

Mooretown Movies and More!!! (mo, Mo, & MO!!!)

During this cold time of year, the Mooretown meeting room is the perfect place for the kids to unwind and have fun. Movies are shown as well as Arts & Crafts and games.

Internet Class

Read Me A Story

Senior Chair Exercise

Chair Exercises

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Teens)

Let's Color

Sistah Circle Book Club

GUIDED MEDITATION

Mooretown Movies and More!!! (mo, Mo, & MO!!!)

During this cold time of year, the Mooretown meeting room is the perfect place for the kids to unwind and have fun. Movies are shown as well as Arts & Crafts and games.

Read Me A Story

Senior Chair Exercise

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Teens)

Let's Color

Anime Club

Teens can come and enjoy all things Anime here at Mooretown. We will have a wide range of activities from crafts to watching and discussing shows.

MOVIE TIME!!!

This day is for movie lovers! Come see a movie on the BIG SCREEN! Feel free to bring your own snacks. On the last Saturday of each month we will do a craft too.

UKULELE

You can learn how to play ukulele. All you need is the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

PEA-PODS STORYTIME

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and books are just right for your little one! Build a foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time!

TAI CHI for core strength

Looking for balance and peace? Learn how to start your day with meditation and calmness. With Tai Chi, discover other benefits too.

TEEN IN 3D

Welcome to the place where FUN and LEARNING collide!!!!

Rhythm Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Beginning Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

IMAGINEERS

Use your creative engine to design and build your imagination!

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

PEA-PODS STORYTIME

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and books are just right for your little one! Build a foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time!

TAI CHI for core strength

Looking for balance and peace? Learn how to start your day with meditation and calmness. With Tai Chi, discover other benefits too.

TEEN IN 3D

Welcome to the place where FUN and LEARNING collide!!!!

Rhythm Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Beginning Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

IMAGINEERS

Use your creative engine to design and build your imagination!

GAME DAY

MOVIE TIME!!!

This day is for movie lovers! Come see a movie on the BIG SCREEN! Feel free to bring your own snacks. On the last Saturday of each month we will do a craft too.

UKULELE

You can learn how to play ukulele. All you need is the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

PEA-PODS STORYTIME

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and books are just right for your little one! Build a foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time!

TAI CHI for core strength

Looking for balance and peace? Learn how to start your day with meditation and calmness. With Tai Chi, discover other benefits too.

TEEN IN 3D

Welcome to the place where FUN and LEARNING collide!!!!

Rhythm Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Beginning Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

IMAGINEERS

Use your creative engine to design and build your imagination!

B I N G O ! ! ! ! !

GAME DAY

MOVIE TIME!!!

This day is for movie lovers! Come see a movie on the BIG SCREEN! Feel free to bring your own snacks. On the last Saturday of each month we will do a craft too.

UKULELE

You can learn how to play ukulele. All you need is the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

PEA-PODS STORYTIME

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and books are just right for your little one! Build a foundation for lifelong reading and learning with this engaging story time!

TAI CHI for core strength

Looking for balance and peace? Learn how to start your day with meditation and calmness. With Tai Chi, discover other benefits too.

TEEN IN 3D

Welcome to the place where FUN and LEARNING collide!!!!

Rhythm Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Beginning Guitar

You can learn how to play the guitar. All you need are the right steps and these free lessons.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

Sewing and Cricut Class

Register and join our sewing and Cricut classes. They are taught by Mrs. Ellen, an experienced and skillful team member of the library.

IMAGINEERS

Use your creative engine to design and build your imagination!

Homeschoolers Book Club (Ages 6 to 10yro)

We will meet to discuss the book for this month.

Homeschoolers Book Club (Ages 11 to 13yro)

We will meet to discuss the book we read for this month.

GAME DAY

Make and Take - Bunny/Egg Wreath

Kids ages 6 - 11 will make an Easter wreath using colorful cardstock eggs and a bunny and a paperplate.

Maker Space: LEGO

Calling all kids! It's Maker Space LEGO! Drop by and attempt the weekly challenge or create your own masterpiece! All builds are displayed in the branch for one week.

Storytime: Bunny Hop

Babies through preschoolers will enjoy an interactive storytime all about bunnies with stories, songs, and an egg hunt! Bring your basket and hop on by!

Adventures in Crochet

Looking for a new hobby? Crochet is relaxing and fun! Bring your own project or start one here. Beginners are welcome! Basic supplies are provided.

Teen Space: Pokemon Movie Night

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us for a Pokemon movie night. We will be watching Pokemon movies and coloring pokemon pictures!

Reel Time At North Shreveport

Adults will watch the film, Woodlawn. Film tells the true story of the 1973 Woodlawn High School football team in Birmingham and how a spiritual revival that starts within the team — despite the turbulent times around them — spreads throughout the school and into the community.

Maker Space: LEGO

Calling all kids! It's Maker Space LEGO! Drop by and attempt the weekly challenge or create your own masterpiece! All builds are displayed in the branch for one week.

Storytime: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Babies through preschoolers will enjoy this interactive storytime and craft featuring everyone's favorite, Eric Carle's Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Adventures in Crochet

Looking for a new hobby? Crochet is relaxing and fun! Bring your own project or start one here. Beginners are welcome! Basic supplies are provided.

Line Dance for Beginners: Keep on Rolling

Ready to have fun! Beginners, come learn to line dance. Adults will learn the basic steps to song, Keep On Rolling. Registration Required. Stop by or call the circulation desk to register, (318) 674-8172.

Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers

In this introduction to computers, adults will learn what a computer is and how it functions. Learn the basic parts of a computer, including the monitor, mouse, and keyboard.

Maker Space: LEGO

Calling all kids! It's Maker Space LEGO! Drop by and attempt the weekly challenge or create your own masterpiece! All builds are displayed in the branch for one week.

Storytime: Bats at the Library!

Babies through preschoolers will enjoy an interactive program featuring the stories of Children's Book Festival author, Brian Lies.

Adult Computer Class: Introduction to Computers

In this introduction to computers adults will learn what a computer is and how it functions. Learn the basic parts of a computer, including the monitor, mouse, and keyboard.

Adventures in Crochet

Looking for a new hobby? Crochet is relaxing and fun! Bring your own project or start one here. Beginners are welcome! Basic supplies are provided.

Teen Space: Clay Imprints

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us in celebrating Earth Day by creating Plant Clay Imprints! All supplies provided.

National Earth Day: Blossom Branch

For Earth Day, adults will be making a beautiful blossom branch using tissue paper and branches from outside. Registration is required. Seating is limited. Stop by or call our circulation desk to register (318) 674-8172

North Shreve Homeschool Program: Earth Day

Local homeschool students are invited to celebrate Earth Day while learning about mason bees and why they are so important, and constructing a mason bee house. Registration required. Call the North Shreveport Branch to sign up 647-8172.

Maker Space: LEGO

Calling all kids! It's Maker Space LEGO! Drop by and attempt the weekly challenge or create your own masterpiece! All builds are displayed in the branch for one week.

Storytime: Duck, Duck, Goose!

Babies to preschoolers will enjoy an interactive springtime program all about ducks!

Adventures in Crochet

Looking for a new hobby? Crochet is relaxing and fun! Bring your own project or start one here. Beginners are welcome! Basic supplies are provided.

Name the plant at the Library (in honor of Earth Day)

Come to the Oil City branch and examine our Poinsettia it has grown quite a bit over the years, we are letting our patrons come up with a name for it and on Thursday, April 27th the first name we draw out of the box wins!

Easter Egg Hunt

We are having an Easter Egg Hunt for the children in the stacks at the Oil City library on Thursday, April 06, 2023 come and enjoy the hunt

Armchair Pilates

A gentle workout that can be done by all ages and ability levels. Work on balance, strength, flexibility, coordination and core stability.

Coffee Break

Come join us for coffee and visit with friends and neighbours.

Armchair Pilates

A gentle workout that can be done by all ages and ability levels. Work on balance, strength, flexibility, coordination and core stability.

The Country Crafters Club

We will be meeting every month to make fun crafts and projects. Come join the club and let us know what crafts you are interested in.

Coffee Break

Come join us for coffee and visit with friends and neighbours.

Armchair Pilates

A gentle workout that can be done by all ages and ability levels. Work on balance, strength, flexibility, coordination and core stability.

Coffee Break

Come join us for coffee and visit with friends and neighbours.

Armchair Pilates

A gentle workout that can be done by all ages and ability levels. Work on balance, strength, flexibility, coordination and core stability.

Coffee Break

Come join us for coffee and visit with friends and neighbours.

Dance Class

Come dance to the latest grooves with Carolyn Jones.

Storytime:

Join us in storytime where we will be reading stories,singing and dancing and sometimes a craft.

Dance Class

Come dance to the latest grooves with Carolyn Jones.

Storytime:

Join us in storytime where we will be reading stories,singing and dancing and sometimes a craft.

YA: Earth Day Sunflower Cups

Teens can celebrate Earth Day by painting their favorite sunflower design on a plastic cup.

Storytime:

Join us in storytime where we will be reading stories,singing and dancing and sometimes a craft.

Beauty and the Ballot Box

This play is presented by Carloyn Jones.

Dance Class

Come dance to the latest grooves with Carolyn Jones.

Storytime:

Join us in storytime where we will be reading stories,singing and dancing and sometimes a craft.

Teen Expression Workshop

Join in as we engage in the art of expression.

Marvel Movie Monday

Join us for "Free Popcorn" & our showing of "Thor Love and Thunder"

Computer Class-Library Digital Services

Come to class and learn more about 24/7 digital services. Read. Watch. Download. Explore your library at Home and On the Go!

Lady J and the Royal Scholars story time

Join Lady J for a fun interactive story time. We will be reading," The Easter Bunny that Overslept" by: Priscilla and Otto Friedrick.

Movie-Risen (PG-13)

Come out for Easter Break and watch the movie that witnessed a manhunt that changed the course of human history.

"Life Fruits" Children Club

Join us as we launch the "Life Fruits" children club. In this club we will be teaching children how to do life, one fruit at a time. Children will learn how to incorporate these life principles into every day life. We will do crafts, have interactive discussion and even act out various fruits we learn, for retention. Hope to see you there!

Lady J and the Royal Scholars story time

Join Lady J for story time, she will be reading, " The Spring Book" by Todd Parr Hope to see you there and bring a friend along.

Interactive Book Talk Presenting: " Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia

Join in on an interactive book talk featuring one of the most fascinating young characters in the world of fiction, Tristan Strong! Through this talk you will learn details about this wonderful book, that will inspire you to check it out for yourself. See why this book is such a favorite among young readers across the country today. Hope to see you there!

Wild Out Movie Night at West Shreve Branch

Come out and celebrate with us as we prepare for Earth Day! We will be showing the movie "The Day the Earth Stood Still." Enjoy adult movie night along with popcorn.

National Scrabble Day-Game Day for Seniors

Come out and share your "Wisdom" and "BRAINAC" skills in a challenging vocabulary word game, and win a prize for your brilliance.

Let's go to the movies! Now showing: " Home"

Join us for movie night with the family. We will be watching " Home", After a hive-minded alien race called the Boov conquers the Earth, they relocate the planet's human population -- all except for a little girl named Tip (Rihanna), who's managed to hide from the aliens. This movie is full of laughs and a heartwarming storyline. This movie depicts friendship.

Family fun for everyone! Game Night

Back by popular demand, it is family game night! Bring the whole family and join in on some fun. We will have puzzles, board games, legos for our builders, and some new items. You will not want to miss it, hope to see you there!

Computer Class

Come in and learn basic internet skills.

Beginners Yoga

Come join us for beginners yoga.

Computer Class

Come in and learn basic computer skills.

Herbal Showcase

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day! We will be learning about the benefits of aloe and peppermint and also planting our own.

Herbal Showcase

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day! We will be learning about the benefits of aloe and peppermint and also planting our own.

Children's "Come Grow with us" Workshop

Have you ever wanted to grow your own flowers? Well here is your chance! Join us as we plant various seeds that you are able to take home and watch grown before your very eyes. You also learn how to maintain your flowers to ensure healthy growth. Hope to see you there!

Paper Pottery & Plant Based Nachos for Teens

Join us as we "D.O.T." (Do One Thing) to fight climate change.

Summer Reading Registration Begins!!!

It is officially registration day for our Summer Reading Program! You are able to stop by the branch or register your family online. Summer reading begins 6/1/2023-7/31/2023.

Sip Tea and Paint

Come join us while we sip tea and paint beautiful masterpieces.

Sip Tea and Paint

Come join us while we sip tea and paint beautiful masterpieces.

Coffee and Coloring

Come Unite and join us for coffee and coloring.

Teen Laser Tag

Let's play some Teen Laser Tag!

Karaoke

Come and join us for a fun filled night of Karaoke.

Don't Stress Play Chess Club

Join us as we enjoy the fun and strategic game of Chess. This club is available to all ages and all levels. Hope to see you there!

Election Day