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Blue Dog Back to School Bash

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lockport - Meeting Room at Lockport Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Play & Games, Social, Special Events & Promotions, Story Times

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Let’s celebrate going back to school with our favorite blue dog character! Join us for story time, dancing, and a fun-filled craft to get you back in mood for school. Our special g...

Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Games, Social, Special Events & Promotions, Story Times
Event Details:

Let’s celebrate going back to school with our favorite blue dog character! Join us for story time, dancing, and a fun-filled craft to get you back in mood for school. Our special guest, the blue dog, will also be available for photos!

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DIY Wooden Bookmarks (L20)

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Choctaw - Meeting Room at Choctaw Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Create a keepsake wooden bookmark. This workshop is limited to the first 20 participants. Age Group:  Ages 18+Program Type:  (L20) Limited to the first 20 participan...

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

Create a keepsake wooden bookmark. This workshop is limited to the first 20 participants. 

  • Age Group:  Ages 18+
  • Program Type:  (L20) Limited to the first 20 participants
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Story Time: Playful Pets

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bayou Blue - Meeting Room at Bayou Blue Branch

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Get your move on at story time with stories, exercise, and a simple craft.Age Group:  All AgesProgram Type:  No Registration/Limit

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
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Intro to Glowforge - Custom Pencils (L10)

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108 at Thibodaux Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.Age Group:  AdultsProgram Type:  (L10)...

Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.

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Blue Dog Back to School Bash

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gheens - Main Area at Gheens Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Play & Games, Social, Special Events & Promotions, Story Times

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Let’s celebrate going back to school with our favorite blue dog character! Join us for story time, dancing, and a fun-filled craft to get you back in mood for school. Our special g...

Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Main Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Games, Social, Special Events & Promotions, Story Times
Event Details:

Let’s celebrate going back to school with our favorite blue dog character! Join us for story time, dancing, and a fun-filled craft to get you back in mood for school. Our special guest, the blue dog, will also be available for photos!

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Intro to Glowforge - Custom Pencils (L10)

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108 at Thibodaux Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.Age Group:  AdultsProgram Type:  (L10)...

Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.

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Homeschool Hangout: Kindness Rocks

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Gheens - Children's Area at Gheens Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Outdoors, Homeschool Hangout

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Join us in painting kindness rocks to share in our community.Age Group:  All AgesProgram Type:  No Registration/Limit

Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Outdoors, Homeschool Hangout
Event Details:

Join us in painting kindness rocks to share in our community.

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

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bayou Blue - Meeting Room at Bayou Blue Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Kids

Event Details:

Paint a rock buddy. Age Group:  KidsProgram Type:  No Registration/Limit

Library Branch: Bayou Blue Branch
Room: Bayou Blue - Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paint a rock buddy. 

  • Age Group:  Kids
  • Program Type:  No Registration/Limit
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Story Time: Starstruck

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lockport - Meeting Room at Lockport Branch

Program Type:

Story Times

Age Group:

Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Event Details:

Everyone is invited to join us in a morning of movement, singing, and stories. Come join the fun! Age Group:  All AgesProgram Type:  No Registration/Limit

Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Everyone is invited to join us in a morning of movement, singing, and stories. Come join the fun! 

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

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Thibodaux - YA Area at Thibodaux Branch

Program Type:

DIY & MakerSpace

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

This is the perfect place for anyone just starting out in crochet. We go over beginner stitches and simple projects. Let’s learn together! Age Group:  AdultsProgram Type:...

Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - YA Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

This is the perfect place for anyone just starting out in crochet. We go over beginner stitches and simple projects. Let’s learn together! 

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Intro to Glowforge - Custom Pencils (L10)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.

Intro to Glowforge - Custom Pencils (L10)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.

Crochet Club Beginners

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - YA Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

This is the perfect place for anyone just starting out in crochet. We go over beginner stitches and simple projects. Let’s learn together! 

Crochet Club Intermediates

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - YA Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Great for anyone who has already learned the basic crochet stitch to explore new stitches and beginner-friendly projects!

Kids Can Crochet (L8)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Conference Room 120
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner’s class and learn the basics of crocheting. 

  • Age Group:  Ages 10-15
  • Program Type:  (L8) Limited to the first 8 participants

Cajun Heirlooms Crocheting

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Gheens Branch
Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Rachel Bellanger with Cajun Heirloom Crocheting will hold beginners’ workshops. Children will have hands-on instruction in learning different crocheting techniques.

*Who Dat Door Hanger

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Larose Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults will make a cute decoration for their home.  

  • Age Group:  Ages 18+
  • Program Type:  *Registration Required

*Who Dat Door Hanger

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Larose Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Larose Branch
Room: Larose - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults will make a cute decoration for their home.  

  • Age Group:  Ages 18+
  • Program Type:  *Registration Required

Sleepy Time Soap

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Lockport Branch
Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Beauty & Self-Care, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

For this project, we’ll be making some luxurious melt and pour soap with lavender.

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

*Sewing for Kids: Beginner Sewing – Crinkle Cat Toy

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Teens
Thibodaux Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - MakerSpace
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

A beginner friendly sewing lesson in the Makerspace designed to introduce children and teens to using a sewing machine and some basic hand sewing.  Learn how to sew a crinkle cat toy.

*Sewing for Kids: Expert Sewing – Headbands

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids, Teens
Thibodaux Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - MakerSpace
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

A sewing class for children and teens who have taken multiple sewing lessons or already know how to sew and are ready for more advanced sewing challenges.  Learn how to sew a headband.

Intro to Glowforge – Leather Leaf Barrette (L10)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.

Cajun Heirlooms Crocheting: Beginner's Workshop

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Gheens Branch
Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Rachel Bellanger with Cajun Heirloom Crocheting will hold beginners’ workshops. Children will have hands-on instruction in learning different crocheting techniques.

Intro to Glowforge – Leather Leaf Barrette (L10)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Computer Lab Room 108
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Come learn about our Glowforge! A fun laser-printer that allows you to cut, score, and engrave on many different types of materials.

Sewing Social

3:00pm–6:00pm
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Activity Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace, Social
Event Details:

Celebrate National Sewing Month by pulling out those unfinished (or never-started) projects and bring them with you to the library!

*Sewing for Kids: Beginner Sewing – Crinkle Cat Toy

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Thibodaux Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - MakerSpace
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

A beginner friendly sewing lesson in the Makerspace designed to introduce children and teens to using a sewing machine and some basic hand sewing.  Learn how to sew a crinkle cat toy.

Crochet Club Beginners

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - YA Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

This is the perfect place for anyone just starting out in crochet. We go over beginner stitches and simple projects. Let’s learn together! 

One Card, Endless Possibilities: 3D Printer Demo

10:30am–11:30am
Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lockport Branch
Library Branch: Lockport Branch
Room: Lockport - Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners, Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace, Tech
Event Details:

One Card, Endless Possibilities!  Explore what's possible @ your library in celebration of Library Card Membership Month!

Crochet Club Intermediates: Hogwarts House Bookmark

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - YA Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Great for anyone who has already learned the basic crochet stitch to explore new stitches and beginner-friendly projects!  Create a Hogwarts House Bookmark in this workshop.

Kids Can Crochet (L8)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Teens
Thibodaux Branch
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - Conference Room 120
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Join us for a beginner’s class and learn the basics of crocheting. 

  • Age Group:  Ages 10-15
  • Program Type:  (L8) Limited to the first 8 participants

Cajun Heirlooms Crocheting: Beginner's Workshop

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Gheens Branch
Library Branch: Gheens Branch
Room: Gheens - Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Event Details:

Rachel Bellanger with Cajun Heirloom Crocheting will hold beginners’ workshops. Children will have hands-on instruction in learning different crocheting techniques.

*Adult Sewing Class – Glasses Case

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - MakerSpace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

A beginner-friendly sewing lesson designed to introduce adults to using a sewing machine and some basic sewing techniques! Learn how to sew a glasses case.

*Adult Sewing Class – Glasses Case

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Thibodaux Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - MakerSpace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Clinics, DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

A beginner-friendly sewing lesson designed to introduce adults to using a sewing machine and some basic sewing techniques! Learn how to sew a glasses case.

*Sewing for Kids: Expert Sewing – Headbands

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Thibodaux Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Thibodaux Branch
Room: Thibodaux - MakerSpace
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

A sewing class for children and teens who have taken multiple sewing lessons or already know how to sew and are ready for more advanced sewing challenges.  Learn how to sew a headband.