Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Elf on the Shelf Contest

All Day 12/15
Larose - Circulation Area at Larose Branch

Program Type:

Giveaways & Contests

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

The Larose Library has an elf loose in the library. Can you help us find our Elf on the Shelf, Buddy?  Find Buddy daily to receive an entry to win a prize.  Only one...

Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Circulation Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Giveaways & Contests
Event Details:

The Larose Library has an elf loose in the library. Can you help us find our Elf on the Shelf, Buddy?  Find Buddy daily to receive an entry to win a prize.  Only one entry per person, per day.  The winner will be pulled at the

Coffee Crafting Corner: Holiday Woodwork

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lockport - Meeting Room at Lockport Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Social

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy coffee and crafts. Bring your own project or make ours! Today we’re using wood and string to make a holiday themed woodworking craft.Age Group:  AdultsProg...

Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Social
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy coffee and crafts. Bring your own project or make ours! Today we’re using wood and string to make a holiday themed woodworking craft.

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Adult Painting Hour: Christmas Pop Art (L12)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Thibodaux - Conference Room 120 at Thibodaux Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Beginner friendly acrylic painting in a fun group environment. This month we are painting some Christmas art! Age Group:  AdultsProgram Type:  (L12) Limited to the f...

Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Conference Room 120
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Beginner friendly acrylic painting in a fun group environment. This month we are painting some Christmas art! 

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Cajun Heirlooms Crocheting with Rachel Bellanger

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Gheens - Children's Area at Gheens Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Learn the timeless art of crocheting with local artisan Rachel Bellanger! This hands-on class welcomes all ages and all skill levels- from beginners learning the basics to intermed...

Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Learn the timeless art of crocheting with local artisan Rachel Bellanger! This hands-on class welcomes all ages and all skill levels- from beginners learning the basics to intermediate crafters looking to refine their stitches.

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Fix Santa’s Sleigh Escape Room (L10)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Larose - Meeting Room at Larose Branch

Program Type:

Play & Games, Social

Age Group:

Kids, Teens

Event Details:

Help us fix Santa’s sleigh in time for his big trip by solving riddles and finding clues. Come join in the fun! Age Group:  Ages 8-16Program Type:  (L10) Limited to ...

Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Play & Games, Social
Event Details:

Help us fix Santa’s sleigh in time for his big trip by solving riddles and finding clues. Come join in the fun! 

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Adult Painting Hour: Christmas Pop Art (L12)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thibodaux - Conference Room 120 at Thibodaux Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Beginner friendly acrylic painting in a fun group environment. This month we are painting some Christmas art! Age Group:  AdultsProgram Type:  (L12) Limited to the f...

Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Conference Room 120
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Beginner friendly acrylic painting in a fun group environment. This month we are painting some Christmas art! 

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Elf on the Shelf Contest

All Day 12/16
Larose - Circulation Area at Larose Branch

Program Type:

Giveaways & Contests

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

The Larose Library has an elf loose in the library. Can you help us find our Elf on the Shelf, Buddy?  Find Buddy daily to receive an entry to win a prize.  Only one...

Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Circulation Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Giveaways & Contests
Event Details:

The Larose Library has an elf loose in the library. Can you help us find our Elf on the Shelf, Buddy?  Find Buddy daily to receive an entry to win a prize.  Only one entry per person, per day.  The winner will be pulled at the

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Diamond Art (L15)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Choctaw - Meeting Room at Choctaw Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Enjoy conversation with friends while completing diamond art. Age Group:  Ages 18+Program Type:  (L15) Limited to the first 15 participants

Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy conversation with friends while completing diamond art. 

  • Age Group:  Ages 18+
  • Program Type:  (L15) Limited to the first 15 participants
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Homeschool Hangout: Story Time + Santa's Bag Escape Room

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Gheens - Children's Area at Gheens Branch

Program Type:

Homeschool Hangout, Play & Games, Story Times

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Enjoy a festive Santa-themed story time, then take on our holiday escape room challenge, “Santa’s Bag!” Work together to follow clues and solve puzzles that reveal a special holida...

Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Homeschool Hangout, Play & Games, Story Times
Event Details:

Enjoy a festive Santa-themed story time, then take on our holiday escape room challenge, “Santa’s Bag!” Work together to follow clues and solve puzzles that reveal a special holiday word.  A merry mix of reading, teamwork, and Christmas fun!

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Gingerbread Garland

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Choctaw - Meeting Room at Choctaw Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Cute tasty looking gingerbread cut outs will be decorated and added to ribbon. Hang your garland to add an extra whimsical touch to your holidays.Age Group:  All AgesProgram T...

Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Cute tasty looking gingerbread cut outs will be decorated and added to ribbon. Hang your garland to add an extra whimsical touch to your holidays.

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Peppermint Candy Guessing Game

All Day 12/1–12/30
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Choctaw Branch
Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Main Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Giveaways & Contests, Play & Games
Event Details:

Take a guess at how many peppermints are in the jar. The person that guesses the closest without going over wins the jar of peppermints.

Elf on the Shelf Contest

All Day
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Larose Branch
Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Circulation Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Giveaways & Contests
Event Details:

The Larose Library has an elf loose in the library. Can you help us find our Elf on the Shelf, Buddy?  Find Buddy daily to receive an entry to win a prize.  Only one entry per person, per day.  The winner will be pulled at the

Children’s Weekly Craft: Straw Christmas Tree

All Day 12/15–12/18
Kids
Larose Branch
Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Front Tables
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Each week new craft supplies will be available for the latest craft.

  • Age Group:  Kids
  • Program Type:  No Registration/Limit

Crafty Kids Corner: DIY Ornament

All Day 12/15–12/18
Kids
Bayou Blue Branch
Library Branch: Bayou Blue Branch
Room: Bayou Blue - Circulation Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Visit our Crafty Kids Corner to make a cute project. 

  • Age Group:  Kids
  • Program Type:  No Registration/Limit

Creation Station: Lacing Snowflake

All Day 12/15–12/18
Kids
Choctaw Branch
Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and create a craft at our new Creation Station. Each week new craft supplies will be available for the latest craft. Crafts are perfect for ages 6-11.

Creative Station: Christmas Ornament

All Day 12/15–12/18
Kids
Raceland Branch
Library Branch: Raceland Branch
Room: Raceland - Main Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and create a craft at our new Creative Station. Each week new craft supplies will be available for the latest craft. Crafts are perfect for ages 6-11.

Doodle & Do: Merry & Bright - Jingle Bell Bracelets

All Day 12/15–12/18
Kids
Gheens Branch
Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Perfect for ages 6-11, Doodle & Do is a drop-in program where kids can unleash their creativity. A new hands-on project will be waiting each week -just doodle, do, and have fun!

Story Time: Winter Wonderland

11:00am–12:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Bayou Blue Branch
Library Branch: Bayou Blue Branch
Room: Bayou Blue - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Get your move on at story time with stories, exercise, and a simple craft.

  • Age Group:  All Ages
  • Program Type:  No Registration/Limit

Coffee Crafting Corner: Holiday Woodwork

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Lockport Branch
Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Social
Event Details:

Join us as we enjoy coffee and crafts. Bring your own project or make ours! Today we’re using wood and string to make a holiday themed woodworking craft.

STEAM Sit-Down

1:00pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Choctaw Branch
Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Reading Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, & have fun with cool STEAM resources at the library every Monday-Thursday, 1-5 PM.

  • Age Group:  All Ages
  • Program Type:  No Registration/Limit

STEAM Sit-Down

2:30pm–4:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Bayou Blue Branch
Library Branch: Bayou Blue Branch
Room: Bayou Blue - Circulation Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, & have fun with cool STEAM resources at the library every Monday – Thursday from 2:30-4 PM.

Kids' Café: Meals

2:30pm–4:30pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens
Raceland Branch
Library Branch: Raceland Branch
Room: Raceland - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Kids' Cafe
Event Details:

Enjoy a tasty afternoon snack or meal at your library in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank.  All food must be consumed on library premises.  While supplies last. 

Kids' Café: Snacks

2:30pm–4:30pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens
Bayou Blue Branch
Library Branch: Bayou Blue Branch
Room: Bayou Blue - Circulation Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Kids' Cafe
Event Details:

Enjoy a tasty afternoon snack or meal at your library in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank.  All food must be consumed on library premises.  While supplies last. 

Kids' Café: Snacks

2:30pm–4:30pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens
Choctaw Branch
Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Main Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Kids' Cafe
Event Details:

Enjoy a tasty afternoon snack or meal at your library in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank.  All food must be consumed on library premises.  While supplies last. 

Adult Painting Hour: Christmas Pop Art (L12)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Conference Room 120
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Beginner friendly acrylic painting in a fun group environment. This month we are painting some Christmas art! 

STEAM Sit-Down

3:00pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Gheens Branch
Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, and have fun with cool STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) resources at the library every Monday-Thursday from 3 PM - 5 PM.

STEAM Sit-Down

3:00pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lockport Branch
Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Computer Lab
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, and have fun with cool STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) resources at the library, every Monday-Saturday from 3:00 PM—5:00 PM.

STEAM Sit-Down

3:00pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Children's Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, & have fun with cool STEAM resources at the library every Monday - Thursday from 3-5 PM.

STEAM Sit-Down

3:00pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Raceland Branch
Library Branch: Raceland Branch
Room: Raceland - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, & have fun with cool STEAM resources at the library every Monday - Thursday from 3-5 PM.

STEAM Sit-Down

3:30pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Larose Branch
Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Front Tables
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Code, construct, create, & have fun with cool STEAM resources at the library every Monday – Thursday, 3:30 - 5 PM.

Adventure Kits Fun Play

4:00pm–5:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Choctaw Branch
Library Branch: Choctaw Branch
Room: Choctaw - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, Play & Games, STEAM, Tech
Event Details:

Did you know LPPL has Adventure Kits available for check out? Join us to learn about and explore our Adventure Kits then take one home.

Cajun Heirlooms Crocheting with Rachel Bellanger

4:15pm–5:15pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Gheens Branch
Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Learn the timeless art of crocheting with local artisan Rachel Bellanger! This hands-on class welcomes all ages and all skill levels- from beginners learning the basics to intermediate crafters looking to refine their stitches.

Fix Santa’s Sleigh Escape Room (L10)

4:15pm–5:15pm
Kids, Teens
Larose Branch
Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Play & Games, Social
Event Details:

Help us fix Santa’s sleigh in time for his big trip by solving riddles and finding clues. Come join in the fun! 

Game Night Bingo

4:30pm–5:30pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Raceland Branch
Library Branch: Raceland Branch
Room: Raceland - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Play & Games
Event Details:

Join us for a classic Bingo game where you can win across, up and down, diagonal, and four corners.

  • Age Group:  All Ages
  • Program Type:  No Registration/Limit