Storytimes near Duson Branch Library

Large Meeting Room, South Regional Library

Shake out your sillies with a morning of dance, movement, and sing-able books! Ages 2-6. The book we will be reading this week is: I Saw an Ant on the Railroad Track by Joshua Prince Book titles will be posted at the storytime entrance. Occasionally, substitutions do occur. If you have questions about Bibliobop, please call the children's information desk at (337) 988-3412.

Carencro Welcome Center, North Regional Library

Learn simple hand sewing stitches while making a dinosaur plushie. Ages 7-12. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program start date. Carencro Welcome Center (409 Veterans Dr.)

Main Library

Come build some cool take home projects with our friends from the Home Depot! Ages 5-12. Registration is required.

Large Meeting Room (ERL), East Regional Library

Scoot your boots over to the East Regional Library for some line dancing lessons and fun! Be sure to wear hard-soled shoes that you can slide in. Ages 18 & up only; no registration required. Thursdays, June (except for 11 & 18), July, & August, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (except August 13 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM)​​​​​​, at East Regional Library

WRL Conference Room, West Regional Library

Learn how to access audio and e-books with cloudLibrary. Ages 18 . Registration required and begins 2 weeks prior.

Maker Space / Tech Lab (3rd), Main Library

Open access time allows patrons to explore and experiment as they independently work on projects of their choosing. Self-guided online tutorials are available for most applications. Open to all ages; no registration required. Tuesdays - Thursdays at the Main Library, 1:00 pm - 7:30 pm.

Meeting Room (2nd), Main Library

Use our craft supplies or bring your own and indulge your creativity in a freestyle art project. Bring your own journal to get started. Ages 18 and up; registration is required.

Story Time Room, East Regional Library

Personalize a canvas zipper bag into your perfect pouch to fit your pencils, pens, makeup, or other small items. Ages 12 - 18 Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program date.

Large Meeting Room, South Regional Library

NEW TIME! - We meet on Thursdays from 2:00pm to 4:00pm... Mah Jongg Open Play welcomes all players who know the rules for American Mah Jongg. Players will need to bring their own Mah Jongg player card.

Milton Branch, Milton Branch

Build unique LEGO creations based on a given theme. Ages 5-12.

WRL Large Meeting Room, West Regional Library

Explore and experiment as you independently work on projects of your choosing. Self-guided online tutorials are available for most applications. Open to all ages; no registration required. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00pm-5:30pm, at West Regional Library (except July 28 and August 13).

Large Meeting Room (ERL), East Regional Library

Begin your child's literacy education with a star-studded lineup of stories, music, fingerplays, and other activities. This program is designed to be inclusive of all ages and families. Book titles will also be posted at the storytime entrance. Occasionally, substitutions do occur. The books we will be reading this week are as follows: Penguinaut! by Marcie Colleen Aliens in Underpants Save the World by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort How to Catch a Star by Oliver Jeffers If you have questions about Storytime, please call (337) 445-3168.

Large Meeting Room (ERL), East Regional Library

Learn the basics of Historical Fencing with a group of dedicated practitioners. Protective gear provided. New classes start on the first Thursday of the month. Contact Jeff Harris at Jefshar1@Juno.com for more information Ages 8 & up; no registration required. Thursdays, June (except for 11 & 18), July, & August, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM at East Regional Library

Craft Room (1st), Main Library

Each month, we'll learn about a different artist, then create our own masterpieces inspired by their work! Ages 7-12. Registration is required. The artists we will learn about are: June - The Ancient Greeks July - The Cave Painters August - Georges Seurat

Meeting Room (2nd), Main Library

Enjoy nostalgic movies at the Main Library. No registration required. Light refreshments will be served. Ages 14 and up. June: Superman (1978), Batman Begins (2005); July: Jurassic Park (1993), Jurassic World (2015); August: Catch Me If You Can (2002), Hidalgo (2004).

Conference Room 1, South Regional Library

What are you reading when you hit the sand or lie by the pool this summer? Looking for suggestions? Drop in and discuss what makes a good Beach Read.

Large Meeting Room, South Regional Library

Meet a firefighter and tour a fire truck! Ages 3-12.

Large Meeting Room (ERL), East Regional Library

This moderate exercise and strength training class offers older adults a fun and active way to stay fit. Seated/Chair Exercising is available. YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONER BEFORE STARTING THIS OR ANY OTHER EXERCISE PROGRAM. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, and assume all risk of injury to yourself. Space is limited. Participation is not guaranteed and may be restricted for safety concerns. Ages 55 & up

Carencro Welcome Center, North Regional Library

Come stomp with us using your new dino-feet! You'll have fun making and wearing them. Ages 3-6. Registration is required and begins 2 weeks before the program start date. Carencro Welcome Center (409 Veterans Dr.)

Large Meeting Room (ERL), East Regional Library

This moderate exercise and strength training class offers older adults a fun and active way to stay fit. Seated/Chair Exercising is available. YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONER BEFORE STARTING THIS OR ANY OTHER EXERCISE PROGRAM. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, and assume all risk of injury to yourself. Space is limited. Participation is not guaranteed and may be restricted for safety concerns. Ages 55 & up

Large Meeting Room (ERL), East Regional Library

Essential oils are enjoyable, versatile, and natural products with a multitude of uses beyond their scents alone. Discover the basics of how essential oils support health and learn how to build your own essential oil kit. Participants will be able to make their own essential oils-based body care product to take home! Taught by Valerie Willis, MS RDN LDN Ages 18 & up Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program start date.

WRL Large Meeting Room, West Regional Library

Love dinosaurs? Us too! Come to the library and celebrate all things dinosaurs with crafts, trivia, a dino dig, and more! Ages 5-12. No registration required.

WRL Makerspace Room, West Regional Library

Create artwork inspired by different artists each month. June artist: Shantell Martin; July artist: Lorna Simpson; August artist: Derrick Adams. No registration required.

Teen Area Main Library, Main Library

Join old and new friends to play on various gaming consoles. Ages 12-18.

Large Meeting Room, South Regional Library

After-hours scavenger hunt style escape room. You've got 90 minutes... can you escape the park before the dinosaurs catch you? Ages 18 and up. Registration Required. Registration is required and begins via phone and in-person June 26th at 9am. For over-the-phone, please call South Regional Library at (337) 981-1028.

Meeting Room (2nd), Main Library

Recapture the joys of childhood with a series of retro games and activities. No registration required. Ages 18 and up.

Conference Room Teen (1st), Main Library

Eat, drink, and be merry. Enjoy fine meats, cheeses, and sparkling beverages. Snacking is the entire agenda No registration required Ages 12-18.

Story Time Room, East Regional Library

Learn artistic techniques while you create a unique painting project. Ages 18 & up Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program start date. East Regional Summer 2026 Painting Projects Mondays June 8: Bottle Painting Summer Fruits Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM ***NEW DATE June 15: Small Town Sky on Canvas (Please note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been rescheduled from June 22 to its new date, June 15.) Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM June 29: Buzz & Bloom on Canvas Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM July 13: Night Sky Fireflies on Canvas Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM (This Listing) Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM July 20: Wood Flower & Insect Jars Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM August 3: Colors of Acadiana Wood Sign Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM August 24: Sunlit Lemons on Canvas Session 1: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

NRL Carencro Community Center, North Regional Library

Ages 3 and up. This fun filled, hands-on encounter includes an educational demonstration meeting and learning about mammals, birds, invertebrates, and reptiles! Guests will get a chance for a Q & A with our handlers.

Milton Branch, Milton Branch

Begin your child's early literacy education with a star-studded lineup of storytelling, music, fingerplays, and other activities. Ages 3-6. This week we will be reading Stormy Night by Salina Yoon. Book titles will also be posted at the storytime entrance. Occasionally, substitutions do occur.