Calendar

Adult Coloring

Join us at Atkins to relax and let creativity flow.

Movie Monday "Black Panther"

Join us at Atkins for a Monday Movie for a showing of Black Panther to appreciate the African culture within the film.

Atkins Staff

Black History Story Time

The children will learn through song and fingerplays. All about black leaders and inventors to celebrate black history month.

Grow a Rainbow! International Day of Women & Girls in Science (Childrens)

Come Grow a Rainbow! Join in a this colorful and fun experiment to celebrate International Day of Women & Girls in Science!

Basic Computer Class

Join us at Atkins for the beginner adult computer class!

Shapes and Shadows Story Time

The children will learn through song and fingerplays. All about shapes, shadows, and the fun things you can do.

Open Mic (Teens)

Join us at Atkins for an open mic for creative expression!

African American Read-In

Children can celebrate Black History Month at Atkins with a story time and a craft with a touch from the past! For ages 2-10.

Atkins Staff

Mardi Gras Bulbs

Let the Good times roll! Come decorate a Mardi Gras bulb for your Mardi Gras Tree!

Black History Story Time

The children will learn through song and fingerplays. All about black leaders and inventors to celebrate black history month.

International Day of Women & Girls in Science (Teens)

Join us at Atkins for an experiment to celebrate International Day of Women & Girls in Science!

Basic Computer Class

Join us at Atkins for the beginner adult computer class!

Story Time

Louisiana Mardi Gras Collage

Story Time

Women in Science - Who Am I?

International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Who am I? Come and discover Rosalind Franklin. a British Biophysicist. Also make a DNA sample.

Story Time

Story Time

Family Game Day

Legal Assistance Program - Wills / Estate Planning

Belcher Library will host a Legal Assistance Program on Wills / Estate Planning. This program is conducted by the Shreveport Bar Foundation and is free.

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: African American Read-In

Children and their caregivers are invited to celebrate Black History Month during our African American Read-In. The National African American Read-In (AARI) is a groundbreaking effort to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

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.

Teen Tuesday: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to test out their circuitry skills and practice with our Snap Circuits! While we build, we will have a discussion about famous women in science with a focus on the impacts made by Black Women scientists.

Computer Class: Basic Internet

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

Preschool Story Time: Science !

Children and their caregivers are invited to hear stories about science to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Whippersnapper Wednesday: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Children (5 - 11 years old) are invited to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science by decorating their own mini terrarium. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. *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*

Computer Class: Basic Computer

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

Genealogy: Ancestry Library Edition

Class attendees will be instructed on how to navigate and use the Ancestry Library Edition website. Please register with the Genealogy department.

Saturday Story Time: Valentine's Day

Children and their caregivers will love this Valentine's Day themed story time. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Ark-La-Tex Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting

Please join the Ark-La-Tex Genealogical Society for their monthly meeting. Free and open to the public. Option to become a member is available.

Craft Happens!

Join us for Craft Happens! This month we will be creating out of this world galaxy paintings. Registration is required, please contact Information Services at 318-869-0120 for questions and registration.

Teen Tuesday: Color Your Heart

Valentine's Day is all about celebrating passion and love. Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to create a work of art that displays your passion and what you love about yourself !

Fiction Book Club

Join us monthly for the Fiction Book Club, facilitated by Laura Flett. This month we will be reading "A Well-Tempered Heart" by Jan-Philipp Sendker.

Fiction Book Club

Join us monthly for the Fiction Book Club, facilitated by Laura Flett. This month we will be reading "A Well-Tempered Heart" by Jan-Philipp Sendker.

Preschool Story Time: Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day may have been yesterday, but we still think you'll love this Valentine's Day themed story time !! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Whippersnapper Wednesday: Silent Library

Children (5 - 11 years old) are invited to celebrate National Quiet Day with a fun game of Silent Library !! *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 I

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

Saturday Story Time: Polar Bears

Polar bear, polar bear what do you see? I see a polar bear themed story time looking at me !! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

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.

Teen Tuesday: Mardi Gras Madness

Teens (12 - 18 years old) are invited to learn about Mardi Gras while making fun masks and props for the upcoming parades and celebrations !

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 "All Her Little Secrets" by Wanda M. Morris.

Preschool Story Time: Mardi Gras

Children and their caregivers will love Mardi Gras with every "bead of their heart" after this Mardi Gras story time !! *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

Genealogy: The First French Families of Shreveport

This program will detail the first families that immigrated from France and settled in Shreveport in the mid to late 1800's. We will cover family histories and details like occupations and residences.

Whippersnapper Wednesday: National Embroidery Month

Children (5 - 11 years old) are invited to celebrate National Embroidery Month by making their own embroidery piece! Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. *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*

Genealogy: Your Family's Story: An African-American Family History Workshop

An introduction to African American Genealogy Research. We will discuss tracing your lineage from slavery into current day. There will be a one hour break for lunch.

Saturday Story Time: Tooth Fairy

What is the Tooth Fairy's favorite Christmas song ? All I want for Christmas is your two front teeth !! Children and their caregivers will enjoy this magical Tooth Fairy story time. *Children under 10 must have a responsible person present in programs*

"Witness to Change" discusses “Bayou Farewell"

Join us for Witness to Change: Community Conversations on Coastal Impacts, which will feature a discussion on "Bayou Farewell" by Mike Tidwell. The guest speaker for the evening’s conversation will be Dr. Cheryl White. 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 "A Dash of Salt and Pepper" by Kosoko Jackson in celebration of Black History Month. Please contact the Information Services Department for more information.

First Friday Crafts: Mardi Gras Paintings

Adults are invited to join us for fun crafts on the first Friday of every month. This month we are making Louisiana-themed paintings for Mardi Gras.

Elementary Fun: I Heart Science

Children in grades 1- 5t are invited to join us in exploring the science of the cardiovascular system! We will have a demonstration of the science behind a heart pumping and make a blood slime model!

Family Movie Day

Families are invited to join us for a special showing of The Princess and the Frog (G) as part of our Black History Month celebrations. Set in 1920s Louisiana and featuring Tiana, the first black Disney princess, this film is fun for the whole family! Refreshments will be provided.

Elementary Experiments: Girls in STEM

Kids in grades 1 - 5 are invited to join us in exploring the contributions of women in science! We will unravel the DNA of a strawberry, and decode a binary message.

Teen Tuesday: Girls in Science

Teens are invited to join us in exploring women's contributions to science throughout history! We will unravel the DNA of a strawberry, and decode a binary message.

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

Join us for stories, songs, sensory exploration, and a craft, all in celebration of Valentine's Day! This program is geared towards children 18-36 months old, but families with kids of all ages are invited to attend!

Finding Your Roots: Getting Started with African American Genealogy

Celebrate Black History Month by discovering your roots. Adults are invited to join us as we discuss how to navigate ancestry sites and discover their family history.

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 Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng.

Teen Tuesday: PALentine's Game Night

No date? No problem! Teens bring your pals and go head to head in games like RocketLeague, MarioKart, Uno, and Jenga.

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 Yoga

Join us for as we explore yoga with stories! This program promotes fitness, mindfulness, and early literacy. This program is designed so children as young as 3 can participate, but families with kids of all ages are welcome!

SMArtY: Mardi Gras Mask

Children ages 6-11 are invited to join us in making colorful Mardi Gras masks!

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.

Pajama Storytime: National Muffin Day

Celebrate National Muffin Day! Join us in your coziest pajamas for a nighttime story time sure to tucker you out.

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: African American Read-In

Children are invited to join us for this early literacy program as we celebrate Black authors with books, songs, rhymes, and a craft! This storytime is geared for children under 5, but kids of all ages are welcome!

Finding Your Roots: Getting Started with African American Genealogy

Celebrate Black History Month by discovering your roots. Adults are invited to join us as we discuss how to navigate ancestry sites and discover their family history.

Shades of Hue Book Club: Of Love and Dust by Ernest J. Gaines

This monthly book club is opened to adult patrons. Each month we will discuss a different book by authors of various shades and hues. This month's selection is Of Love and Dust by Ernest J. Gaines.

Teen Tuesday: Black History Month Trivia

Teens can go head to head for prizes in a Kahoot! trivia game all about Black History Month.

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.

CHAIR-BASED EXERCISE: Let's Move in Libraries

Please join us for a fun and easy no impact workout. Develop your cardio fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility.

Teen Anime Club Mondays

Do you like watching anime? Love to talk about anime? What are you waiting for? Come enjoy some anime and hang out with your friends!

Preschool Storytime: African American Read-In

Preschoolers ages 3-5 will hear stories, poems, and songs written by African American authors. Special community guest will read selections aloud. There will also be games played that involve inventions by African Americans.

Teen Black Trivia & Mancala Game Night

It's Black History Month! How much do you know about Black History? Join us for a fun filled evening of trivia! Test your knowledge! Did you know Mancala originated in Africa? We also invite you to stay as we play and learn the history of this ancient game. This program is for ages 12-18.

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 Valentine Storytime: Let's Celebrate Friendship!

Our preschool and Valentine’s Day storytime is about love, and friendship! Each storytime consists of books, activity with rhymes, songs, and a craft.

International Day of Woman and Girls In Science

This day will focus on the females of the world that have made, or still making a difference in the field of science. Girls will be given materials to Invent an Art Machine or Invent a Security Machine.

Love Is Lit: Teen Valentine's Day Circuits

We're getting lit for Valentine's Day! Come make your special someone (whoever that may be) a festive card that lights up when the circuit is completed. This program is for ages 12-18.

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 Mardi Gras Storytime and Parade: Let's Make Some Noise!

Preschoolers ages 3-5 will enjoy a special Cajun Interactive Storytime. They will also have fun making a Mardi Gras Paper Plate Tambourine. Afterwards, everyone will parade outside/inside to the Mardi Gras Mambo as we second line dance to the music!

CHAIR-BASED EXERCISE: Let's Move in Libraries

Please join us for a fun and easy no impact workout. Develop your cardio fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility.

Black History Plinko

For Black History Month, play a game of Black History Plinko that facilitates discussions on race, features acts of kindness, and offers opportunities to learn about Black visionaries, leaders, and artists! You can win cool prizes!

Adult Black History Plinko

Adults are invited to join us as we play a game of Black History Plinko that facilitates discussions on race, features acts of kindness, and offers opportunities to learn about Black visionaries, leaders, and artists. You can also win cool prizes!

Black History Program: Black Resistance: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future

You are invited to join us for our 2023 Black History Program. We will focus on the theme, Black Resistance: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future. There will also be special recognition for those who participated in the civil rights struggle here in Shreveport. Our special guest speaker is, Pastor Maurice White of Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Ruston, Louisiana.

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: Africa!

Ages 3-5 are invited to join us for our Africa theme storytime. There will be stories and books about African animals and songs from Swaziland. Children will also enjoy special music and movement.

African-American Read-In

Come on in the library and find yourself a good African-American read to enjoy!

Paint Party!

Dive into painting at our paint party! Come by and create your own work of art!

Paint Party!

Dive into painting at our paint party! Come by and create your own work of art!

Coffee, Tea, & Adult Coloring.

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

Read Aloud

Enjoy a read aloud at the library!

Black and White Movie!

Enjoy a classic black and white film at the library!

Coffee, Tea, & Adult Coloring.

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

Black and White Movie!

Come watch a classic black white film at the library!

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and African American Read-In! 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.

Valentine Heart Wreath Collage

Patrons will glue Valentine themed scrapbook paper and stickers to a wooden, heart-shaped wreath and add a decorative bow in this fun craft for all ages to enjoy.

Teen Time: Friday Film Review

Teens are invited to watch a variety of movies!

Magical Math!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! Ages 6-10.

STEM Saturday in the Technology Center

Club Kemet partners with Hamilton-South Caddo to host STEM programs for school age children. The first Saturday of the month is dedicated to coding. Come learn the basics of coding as we explore the aspects to design a game. Please register at www.clubkemet.org.

Teen Time: Maker Mania Monday

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

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: Love

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Love!" We will be sharing books all about love! 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

International Day of Women & Girls!

To celebrate International Day of Women & Girls in Science join us as we create lava lamps and explore color and chemical reactions! Registration required.

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.

Louisiana Mardi Gras Collage

Patrons of all ages will use Mardi Gras themed stickers and paint to create a Louisiana-shaped collage just in time to let the good times roll!

Computer Basics 10-week class: Using Job Search Engines

Continuing our 10 week series, participants will learn how to use job search engines. Registration required.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and African American Read-In! 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.

50+ Digital Skills: Handling Information

Seniors will learn how to handle their personal information on the computer. Registration required.

Teen Time: International Day of Women & Girls!

In honor of International Day of Women & Girls in Science, we will have a special showing of Hidden Figures. Hidden Figures follows the true story of three women who all began their journey working at NASA as a part of the West Computers, a segregated group of African American women hired to process aeronautic data in the Space Race era.

Magical Math!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! Ages 6-10.

Teen Time: Maker Mania Monday

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

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: Love

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Love!" We will be sharing books all about love! 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

Cultural Series: Mardi Gras Craft Charger Plate

The participants will create a Mardi Gras charger using beads and charger plates. All supplies are provided. Registration required.

Discover SML: Online Tutorials

Join us for an informative computer class about Shreve Memorial Library's many online tutorials. Learn about the digital library services you can access for free at home.

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 Basic 10-week class: Files and Images

The participants will learn about files and images. They will learn the basics of storing and saving files and images. Registration required.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and African American Read-In! 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.

Magical Math!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! Ages 6-10.

STEM Saturday

Club Kemet partners with Hamilton-South Caddo to host STEM programs for school age children. The third Saturday of the month has hands-on activities to demonstrate the wonders of the world to curious minds. Please register at www.clubkemet.org.

Senior Bingo

Come join us for a great hour of Bingo! Win assorted fun prizes.

Crafternoon: Decorating a wooden box

Patrons will paint and decorate a little wooden craft box. Classes are limited and sign up is required. All materials are furnished. Geared towards adults.

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: Love

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Love!" We will be sharing books all about love! 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

Black History Month Craft: Kindness Heart Wreath

The participants will create a wreath with hearts and ribbon to create a kindness heart wreath. All supplies required. Registration required.

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.

Terrific Thursday Storytime!

Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and crafts! This month we will be exploring Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and African American Read-In! This program is for families with children 2-5.

Mixed Media Art Journal: Create your own masterpiece

The participants will be introduced to mixed media art journal and create their own masterpiece. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Teen Time: STEAM Thursday

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

Decorate Your Own Wine Glass

We will be painting wine glasses. You will have the freedom to choose what you want to do with it! All supplies are provided. Geared towards adults. Please register at the Information Services Desk.

Teen Time: Friday Film Review

Teens are invited to watch a variety of movies!

Magical Math!

Children are invited to experience math as never before! Using stories, songs and games children will enjoy math in a fun unique way! Ages 6-10.

Teen Time: Maker Mania Monday

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

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: Love

Please join us for Pajama story time! This month's theme is "Love!" We will be sharing books all about love! 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

African American Read In

Join us in reading a children’s book by an African American author.

Teen Movie Day

Come watch The Call of the Wild with us from 4pm-5:30pm.

Coffee & Conversation

Enjoy a cup of coffee as we talk about books, local culture, and more.

Creative Minds: Engineer Extravaganza

Children will get the opportunity to learn about the woman who helped with construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. Children will use their critical thinking skills to construct their own bridges. Ages 6-11

Teen Tuesday: "Get in Gear to Become an Engineer!

Teens will to learn about the woman (Emily Roebling) who helped with the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. They will use their critical thinking skills to construct their own bridges! Ages: 12-18

Little Adventures StoryTime: Will You Be My Friend?

There's nothing better than making new friends. Babies and toddlers are encouraged to attend this early literacy, interactive storytime all about how to be a good friend. Ages 0-5

The Smart Eaters Ways

Patrons will experience a cooking demonstration on how to prepare a tasty dish a healthier way presented by LSU Ag Center!

Computer Class: Online Resources

Patrons will have an opportunity to discover Shreve Memorial Library's online resources. Ages: 19+

Craft Activity

Come and enjoy making candle light jars while listening to soft music. Ages: 19+

Creative Minds: Poetry for All

To encourage literacy and public speaking, children are invited to come read and listen to poetry by African American authors. Books and copies of poetry will be provided. Ages 6-11

Teen Tuesday: Yarn Wrapped Heart Craft

Teens will enjoy time together making fun and creative yarn art hearts! Ages: 12-18

Little Adventures Storytime: Choose Kindness

It is never too early to learn about kindness. Babies and toddlers are invited to an interactive, early literacy storytime all about the importance of being kind. Ages 0-5.

Craft: Louisiana Mardi Gras Paint Collage

Patrons of all ages will use Mardi Gras themed stickers and paint to create a Louisiana-shaped collage just in time to let the good times roll! Ages: 19+

Creative Minds: Black History Trivia

Children will get the opportunity to play black history trivia against each other to test their knowledge of some common and interesting facts. Ages: 6-11

Senior Movie

The film, " King in the Wilderness" is a searing portrait of the last 18 months of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life. It captures the Civil right leader's selfless and harrowing spiritual journey. Ages: 19+

Teen Tuesday: Black History Kahoot!

Kahoot! is a game-based learning platform, used as educational technology. Teens will celebrate Black History with a bit of trivia playing short games with Kahoot on computers! Ages: 12-18

Little Adventures: Dance Party

Babies and toddlers will get the opportunity to explore dance as a form of exercise in an interactive, fun-filled storytime. Ages 0-5.

Black History: National Theme: "Black Resistance"

In celebration of Black History month and the National 2023 theme: "Black Resistance." speaker, Joe Shyne, will share the struggles that the Hollywood and Mooretown communities had to overcome. Ages: 19+

Creative Minds: Get Moving!

To celebrate Heart Health Month, children will learn the importance of keeping fit by participating in some simple heart healthy exercises. Ages 6-11.

Teen Talk Time - What's on your MindZ?

Teens will be given an opportunity to discuss issues that are important or relevant to them and their peers. Ages: 12-18

Words of Wisdom

True and well proven phrases that will make your day brighter and lighter. Come pick out your favorite saying from our board.

Daily Activities for You

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

Teen Movie Day

Movie today special feature. Join us!

Daily Activities for You

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

Black History Trivia

What can you tell me about Jazz or Graffiti? Select a question and then find the answer, (Unless you know it or use our resources to obtain it.) Have fun and expand you knowledge.

Daily Activities for You

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

Daily Activities for You

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

Coffee Time

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

Valentine Day Volcano

Come have fun with your friends making a Valentine Day Volcano.

Coffee Time

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

Mardi Gras Collage

Patrons of all ages will use Mardi Gras themed stickers and paint to create a Louisiana-shaped collage just in time to let the good times roll!

Coffee Time

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

Love Potion

Come enjoy a fun program with your friends and check out some books and movies.

Coffee Time

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

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 Day: " Love Dont Cost A Thing"

Resume Builder Class

This class is geared for those interested in tweaking their current resume or creating a new resume.

Jimez Alexander presents "Actors Lunch Break"

African American Read In!

Microsoft Word Class

Senior Chair Exercise

International Day of Women & Girls in Science

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.

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Teens)

Let's Color

African American History Month 2023 " Black Resistance"

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.

Not Your Mother's Book Club

Internet Class

Senior Chair Exercise

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.

Email Class

Senior Chair Exercise

Black History Month: Mancala (Teens)

Gamers Unite Day (Children)

Gamers Unite Day (Teens)

Let's Color

Saturday Storytime

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.

Stitch Markers

Pinterest Party

Crafty Cricut

Game Day

Craft Day

Beans N Books

IMAGINEERS

Use your creative engine to design and build your imagination!

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

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 ! ! ! ! !

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

Mardi Gras: A Fleur De Lis Mosaic

In celebration of Mardi Gras, adults will create a mosaic art piece of a Fleur De Lis using Mardi Gras beads. Space is limited. Registration is required. Please come by the branch or call 674-8172 to register.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Robots!

Kids 6+ are invited to build and test a robotic throwing arm in celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Storytime: The Snowy Day

Children will sing songs, play, and listen to stories starring "Peter", the first African American child featured in a mainstream American storybook. Join us for African American Read In 2023!

Teen Space: Apollo 13 Capsules

Join us for International Women and Girls in Science by creating Apollo 13 capsule models while learning about Katherine Johnson. The woman who helped bring Apollo 13 back to earth!

Adventures in Crochet

Join us for Adventures in Crochet! Bring your own project or start one with us! No experience necessary. Basic supplies provided.

Reel Time: Have a Little Faith

It's Reel Time! Adults will be watching Have a Little Faith, a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie. Movie is based on Mitch Albom's best-selling, nonfiction book of the same name and based on a true story.

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: Be My Valentine

Babies through preschoolers will enjoy an interactive Valentine's Day program with stories, songs, play, and craft.

Adult Computer Class: Email Basics

Electronic mail, or email, is the most frequently used service on the Internet. In this overview, adult patrons will get an email introduction and will learn what is needed to set up an account.

Valentine Heart Wreath Collage

Patrons will glue Valentine themed scrapbook paper and stickers to a wooden, heart-shaped wreath and add a decorative bow in this fun craft for all ages to enjoy.

Adventures in Crochet

Join us for Adventures in Crochet! Bring your own project or start one with us! No experience necessary. Basic supplies provided.

Teen Space: Movie Night

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us for movie night. We will be showing the 1997 Cinderella; which features actress Whoopi Goldberg and singer Brandy!

North Shreve Homeschool Program: Mixed Media Polar Bear

Local homeschool students are invited to create a unique winter polar bear using mixed media. Registration required. Call the branch at 674-8172 to sign up.

Make and Take - Picasso Portraits

Kids will design cubism portraits like Pablo Picasso using different facial parts and different head templates.

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: Owl Babies

Babies through preschoolers will enjoy learning all about owls with stories, songs, and interactive play.

Adventures in Crochet

Join us for Adventures in Crochet! Bring your own project or start one with us! No experience necessary. Basic supplies provided.

National Black History Month: Clementine Hunter Inspired Artwork

For National Black History Month, adults will view a short documentary video and create a painting, inspired by American Folk artist Clementine Hunter. Space limited. Registration required. To register stop by or call our circulation desk, (318) 674-8172.

Adult Computer Class: Email Basics

Electronic mail, or email, is the most frequently used service on the Internet. In this overview, adult patrons will get an email introduction and will learn what is needed to set up an account.

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.

Pajama Storytime

Babies through preschoolers are invited to wear pajamas and bring a snuggly friend for this interactive storytime all about sleep.

Black History Month Heroes

Join us today at the Oil City branch library for Black History Month as we handout biographies of Black American Heroes to honor Black History Month.

African American Read-In (children)

Drop by the library for an African American Read-In for children and see if we can pack the branch and read a book!

International Women's Day- (children & teens)

Decorate a pennant we provide and help us hang a banner long enough to go around the entire Oil City library today! Celebrate International Women's day by paying tribute to the woman of your life

Mardi Gras Parade in the stacks!

Come to the Oil City branch library and march through the stacks and throw beads to the children for a Mardi Gras parade today

Walk at the Library

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.

Walk at the Library

Walk at the Library

Walk at the Library

Saturday D&D

Storytime: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

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

Adult Valentine's Plate

Adult's please join us and celebrate Valentine's Day by decorating a plate.

International Day Of Women & Girls in Science: Mae Jamison

Teens can come and learn about Mae Jamison.

Storytime: Valentine's

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

Valentine's Day Pillow

Teens can come in and learn to sew a Valentine's Pillow.

Adult Movie "Misery" Rated R

Storytime: Black History

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

Black History Month: African Trade Beads Bracelet Or Necklace

Teens come in and let's learn to make African Trade Beads.

Saturday D&D

Storytime: African American Read-In

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

Black History Month: Project Alma Thomas

Teens come in and learn about Alma Thomas and do some of her art.

Story time: " I am Ruby Bridges"

Join Lady J for an amazing story. She will be reading " I am Ruby Bridges" in honor of black history month. Hope to see you there!

Teen Time: (STEAM) Paper Towel Roses

Join us for a STEAM activity as we create paper towel roses to celebrate National Rose Day!

Pinterest

Please come join us in making decorative gold Mardi Gras Platters.

NASA Moon Craft

Join us as we take a creative journey to the moon. Hope to see you there. Bring a friend along for the fun!

Valentine Heart Wreath Collage

Join us for a fun valentine craft. This craft can be given to someone you are dreamy about or kept for yourself. Patrons will glue Valentine themed scrapbook paper and stickers to a wooden, heart-shaped wreath and add a decorative bow in this fun craft for all ages to enjoy. Hope to see you there!

Celebrating International Day Of Women & Girls In Science

Join us to watch "Hidden Figures," a movie that focuses on the first black women whose brilliant work launched John Glenn into orbit in 1962.

Dance Class

Come join us on Tuesday for a dance class.

STEAM: Tornado in a bottle!

Have you ever wanted to learn more about tornados? How they are formed and what they may look like? Join us as we learn more and make our very own hurricane in a bottle. Hope to see you there!

Louisiana Mardi Gras Collage

Join us as we "Let the good times roll" with a Mardi Gras themed craft. Patrons of all ages will use Mardi Gras themed stickers and paint to create a Louisiana-shaped collage just in time to let the good times roll! Hope to see you and the rest of the family there!

Teen Book Club

"Playing The Cards You're Dealt" by Varian Johnson

Basic Computer Skills

Please come join us for a lesson in basic computer skills.

Dance Class

Come join us on Tuesday for a dance class.

" I will take black history for $200, Alex"

It's jeopardy time, with a twist. Bring the whole family along to test your trivia skills. It will be lots of fun, hope to see you there!

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

Join us as we watch the Lion King and enjoy a tasty treat. Hope to see you there!

Don't Stress Play Chess! Club

It's that time again, Chess time! Join us for our monthly chess club meeting as we revisit the fundamentals of the game and have friendly one on one battles. Hope to see you there!

KING RICHARD

Come watch and enjoy some popcorn with the Williams sisters, Venus and Serena make history in the game of Tennis.

Story time: "Moving Forward" by Chris Barton

It is the best hour of the day, story hour. Bring all the little ones and not so little ones to the story time as we read " Moving Forward" in celebration of black history month. Hope to see you all there!

(Teen Tech) TikTok Talk

Join in as we discuss TikTok ideas, create unique #hashtags and make cool reels!